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COUNCIL
MEETING
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Order of Business
and Agenda Package
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 10, 2014
PRAYER: Councillor Fisher
ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Council Minutes of May 27, 2014
DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the
current Council Meeting at this time.
REPORTS 5:00-6:30 P.M.
1. F-2014-30 - City of Niagara Falls Energy Management Plan
2. F-2014-08 - 2014 Municipal Utility Budget (HANDOUT)
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PRESENTATIONS/ DEPUTATIONS 6:30 P.M.
Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee
Co-Chairs Stephanie Philpott and Natalie Janvary of the Mayor's Youth Advisory
Committee will outline the committee's activity over the school year and will make a
presentation of a cheque, from their Masquerade for Mental Health event, to the Niagara
Suicide Prevention Coalition.
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PLANNING MATTERS 7:00 P.M.
Public Meeting
26T-11-2014-001 , Southgate Estates Draft Plan of Subdivision
6690 Montrose Road
Owner: Fernando Pingue
Agent: Doug Darbyson, Darbyson Planning Associates
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Background Material:
Recommendation Report: PBD-2014-33
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MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
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COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1 . Main & Ferry B.I.A. - requesting approval of their 2014 budget.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
2. Lundy's Lane B.I.A. - requesting approval of their 2014 budget.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
3. Victoria Centre B.I.A. - requesting use of the City owned promenade for their
"Summer of Thrills" Event.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council.
4. Velo Quebec Voyages- requesting relief from the Noise By-law, temporary signage
and grants equal to permit fees.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council.
Additional items for Council's Consideration:
The City Clerk will advise of any items for council consideration.
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CONSENT AGENDA
THE CONSENT AGENDA IS A SET OF RE PORTS THAT COULD BE APPROVED IN
ONE MOTION OF COUNCIL. THE APPROVAL ENDORSES ALL OF THE
RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED IN EACH OF THE REPORTS WITHIN THE SET.
THE SINGLE MOTION WILL SAVE TIME.
PRIOR TO THE MOTION BEING TAKEN, A COUNCILLOR MAY REQUEST THAT ONE
OR MORE OF THE REPORTS BE MOVED OUT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE
CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
F-2014-28 - Low Income Seniors' Water Rebate/Property Tax Rebate
F-2014-29 - 2014 Schedule of Fees for Services
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FS-2014-01 - Regional Fire Investigation Tracking Database
MW-2014-17 - George Bukator Park - Information Update
MW-2014-25 - Huron Street Sewer Separation, Watermain Replacement and Road
Reconstruction Project - Additional Funds
MW-2014-26 - Willoughby Drive (Charles Ruch) Bridge Rehabilitation
PBD-2014-34 - PLC-2014-002, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control Lot 31,
Registered Plan 59M-52, Parts 1 and 2, Plan 59R-6962 ( 6673-6675 Dawson Street)
Dorchester Square Subdivision. Applicant: Joseph & Carmela Bruni
PBD-2014-35 - DRU-2014-004, 5793 Main Street, Facade Improvement Grant &
Commercial Building Grant. Applicant: Karen Zimakas
PBD-2014-36 - PLC-2014-003, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control, Block 81,
Registered Plan 59M-388. 8713-8719 Dogwood Crescent, Warren Woods Phase 1
Subdivision. Applicant: 1340258 Ontario Inc. (Warren Woods)
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BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
2014-68 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Amendment Agreement with
Niagara Falls Curling Club Limited respecting amendments to the existing
Lease Agreement.
2014-69 A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking
and traffic on City Roads. (Speed Limits on Highways - Part 2 (60 km/h),
Speed Limits on Highways - Part 3 (70 km/h), Speed Limits on Highways -
Part 4 (80 km/hr))
2014-70 A by-law to amend By-law No. 80-114, being a by-law to designate private
roadways as fire routes along which no parking of vehicles shall be permitted
2014-71 A by-law to designate Lot 31 , Registered Plan 59M-52, not be subject to part-
lot control (PLC-2014-002).
2014-72 A by-law to designate Block 81 , Registered Plan 59M-388, not be subject to
part-lot control (PLC-2014-003).
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2014-73 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit a four storey, 39 unit
apartment dwelling on the Lands, and to repeal By-law No. 2008-102 (AM-
2013-008).
2014-74 A by-law to provide for the adoption of Amendment No. 114 to the City of
Niagara Falls Official Plan (AM-2014-001).
2014-75 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit two, 3 storey apartment
dwellings, containing a total of 72 units, subject to the removal of a holding (H)
symbol and to repeal By-law No. 81-283 (AM-2014-001).
2014-76 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the Lands to be used for
commercial purposes (AM-2014-003).
2014-77 A by-law to fees and charges for various services, licences and publications
for the City of Niagara Falls.
2014-78 A by-iaw to amend by-law 89-2000, a by-iaw regulating parking and traffic on
City Roads.
2014-79 A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
held on the 10' day of June, 2014.
NEW BUSINESS
rF-2014-30
NiagaraJ7alls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls
SUBMITTED BY: Finance Department
SUBJECT: F-2014-30
City of Niagara Falls Energy Management Plan
RECOMMENDATION
That Council adopt the Energy Management Plan.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Niagara Falls is required like all Ontario Municipalities, to adopt an Energy
Management Plan for its municipal buildings. Ontario's Regulation 397/11 of the Green
Energy Act requires municipalities to perform two main tasks. First, the municipality was
required to submit Niagara Falls baseline energy consumptions by July 1 , 2013. This was
completed and submitted within the timeline.
Secondly, the municipality is required to adopt and Council approve an energy
management plan which establishes reductions in energy consumption from the original
baseline submission.
The City's five year plan establishes a target reduction of 1 .5% per year for energy
consumption. In addition, the plan identifies operational initiatives as well as capital
projects that will result in the achievement of those targets. The capital projects will be
considered within the City's Asset Management Plan and future years capital budgets.
BACKGROUND
The Province of Ontario developed Regulation 397/11 of the Green Energy Act requiring
all municipalities to develop energy plans to establish operating and capital initiatives that
results in reduced energy use.
The City partnered with Niagara Peninsula Engergy Inc. (NPEI) to establish a workplan to
achieve the required goals. Meratech & Associates was engaged to provide the data
required to meet the first phase of the requirements. This data was submitted July 2013
and established the baseline energy consumption in the 30 city facilities. The baseline
energy consumption is based on gas and electricity needed to heat and cool city faciliities.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
Detailed analysis of energy consumption were provided in this report. The Energy Plan
identifies a series of work initiatives that will result in reductions in energy use. The plan
is attached for Council's perusal.
June 10, 2014 - 2 - F-2014-30
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The City spent approximately$1.975 million on gas and electricity in 2012. This represents
slighty less than 2% of the overall budget. The City's Energy Plan looks to reduce energy
consumed by 1.5% per annum.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Five Year Corporate Energy Management Plan Report
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Recommended by:
Todd Harrison, Director of Finance
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Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
City of Niagara Falls
5 Year Corporate Energy Management
Plan
Final Report
May 16, 2014
Table of Contents
Preface
Executive summary
Background
Process
Energy Management
Goals for Future Energy Management
Generation
Conclusion
Appendix A - City of Niagara Falls' 2011 Energy Reporting Template
Appendix B - Ontario Regulation 397/11
City of Niagara Falls- Municipal Energy Plan Page 2
Preface
The Energy Management Plan was the result of internal reviews by municipal staff with the City
of Niagara Falls, led by Carmen Mignelli, Kathy Moldenhauer and Todd Harrison. Their analysis
was facilitated by Sue Forcier, Sean Perry, and Katie Potts from Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc.
The resulting Energy Management Plan represents a considered and careful plan to understand
and manage the Energy needs of the municipality for the period from 2014 to 2018.
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 3
Executive Summary
This report outlines the Energy Management Plan ("EMP") for the City of Niagara Falls ("Niagara
Falls") located in the Golden Horseshoe area of Ontario.
The EMP will comply with the requirements of Ontario Regulation 397/11 Energy Conservation
and Demand Management Plans under the Green Energy Act ("GEA Regulation"). The first
requirement was met on July 1, 2013 with Niagara Falls' submission of baseline energy
consumption (electricity and natural gas) for the "heated or cooled" municipal facilities. This
exercise involved the tracking and reporting of energy usage for the year 2011.
This report, and the data analysis that took place in compiling this report, represents the
second requirement under the GEA Regulation, and is due by July 1, 2014. This report contains
a summary of the 2012 energy consumption data which must be filed with the Ministry of the
Environment ("MOE"), as well as a five year Energy Management Plan outlining planned
activities for the period from 2014 to 2018.
The exercise has spawned an interest in a more structured approach to energy management,
tracking both consumption and spending, utility rates and project results. Although Niagara
Falls has been proactive in the past regarding energy efficiency, this initiative provides more
structure and format to the on-going activities.
Plan Development
As part of the initial task in 2013, Niagara Falls worked closely with its utility Niagara Peninsula
Energy Inc. ("NPEI"). An energy plan blueprint was developed focusing on the largest energy
consuming sites of the municipally-owned facilities. This provided a starting point which has
been expanded upon over the course of the past year. In-depth staff interviews and group
meetings were conducted. Input has been provided by all staff, from finance to operators to the
management team. As a result, the EMP has been brought together as a comprehensive plan
that is both practical and achievable.
The Result
Together with our allies, the City of Niagara Falls staff has been able to identify goals, actions
and measures that will ensure our City maintains the services that are needed, while using
energy in the most responsible manner. Our success over the next five years will be measured
against a target energy savings of 1.5% per year (7.5% reduction by 2018) and that success will
be achieved by setting a standard payback period for investments in energy efficiency of 5 to 6
years as outlined in this report.
City of Niagara Falls— Municipal Energy Plan Page 4
Background
Niagara Falls is located in the Golden Horseshoe area of Ontario, and is a border city with two
border crossings, situated along the western bank of the Niagara River. Niagara Falls is a strong
tourist city, dominated by the Niagara Falls, a world famous set of three large waterfalls on the
Niagara River. This natural spectacle attracts millions of tourists to Niagara Falls annually,
Niagara Falls' population was 82,997 at the 2011 census, and occupies a land area of 81 square
miles, with a population density of 1,025 per square mile. The City of Niagara Falls was
originally incorporated in 1856 under the "Town of Clifton", changed to "Town of Niagara Falls"
in 1881, then amalgamated with the Village of Niagara Falls (Drummondville or Niagara Falls
South) in 1904 and incorporated as the "City of Niagara Falls".
Niagara Falls has 30 municipal buildings that are heated or cooled, with the GEA Regulation
requiring energy consumption for these 30 buildings to be reported annually to the MOE. The
total energy costs (electricity and natural gas) in 2012 for these 30 facilities were approximately
$1,975,000. 54% of the total energy use of the 30 facilities is consumed by two locations,
specifically the McBain Community Center and the Gale Center.
Niagara Falls is faced with increasing infrastructure costs for roads and bridges, increasing
energy costs and the burden of downloaded provincial costs. As such, Niagara Falls must
explore all avenues for cost savings, including energy efficiency projects.
The Process
As part of the preparation of the 2013 submission, Niagara Falls began a planning exercise to
develop an EMP blueprint. This document served as a framework of activities for the past year.
It included input from staff and allies, targeting the larger energy users and identifying viable
energy efficiency projects.
Discussion also began regarding target levels for energy reduction, renewable energy options,
and a structured approach to energy tracking as well as the measurement and evaluation of
project impacts.
With the assistance of a consulting firm, Metatech and Associates, this blueprint and a number
of Level 1 energy audits were completed one year ago.
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 5
For the past 12 months staff has participated in numerous activities to drill deeper into the
topic and determine specific areas to be included in the EMP.
These steps included:
• Five detailed energy audits of large facilities.
• Surveys of past and future activities.
• Interviews with key staff.
This process has contributed to the building of a common vision with respect to energy, has
enhanced staff understanding of the costs and impact of energy on the Niagara Falls' finances
and has identified practical steps to move forward.
Measuring Energy Consumption
This report contains a brief summary of the data filed by Niagara Falls in compliance with the
GEA Regulation. The data demonstrates that utility and energy related costs are a significant
part of overall operating costs:
• Reported Utility costs for heated and/or cooled facilities in 2011 were approximately
$1,975,000.
• The Municipality's Energy Use Indices ("EUI") was 40.6 ekWh/SF.
• The 'baseline" for targets is 2011, the first year that Niagara falls reported to the
Ministry.
In the year 2012, Niagara Falls spent approximately $1,900,000 on natural gas and electricity for
its heated and/or cooled facilities. Total energy costs spent by the municipality are lower even
though the cost per unit of energy increased over 2011. This was partially due to weather but
also partially due to some energy conservation initiatives that were done by Niagara Falls in an
effort to lower energy consumption and costs. It can be difficult to compare energy costs year
over year due to the impact of weather on air conditioning and heating load. However, it is
typical for municipalities to see an increase in energy costs as they expand existing facilities or
add new services.
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 6
Major changes in 2012:
• The full time operation of the Niagara Falls History Museum. The new museum opened
near the end of 2011 using only a small amount of energy in 2011 (79,253 ekwhs).
However, full time use in 2012 produced an increase in energy use to 622,982 ekwhs,
which would be a 2.2% increase in all City consumption.
• Niagara Falls staff has also been concentrating on operational processes at the Gale
Center, a four pad ice rink built to concentrate most community ice needs into one
central facility.Through a number of operational improvements implemented in 2012,
the Gale Center decreased energy use by 12% from 2011, or a reduction of over
1,500,000 ekwhs. This energy reduction more than offset the increased load created by
the opening of the Niagara Falls Historical Museum.
Overall, there is a substantial variance in energy intensity of the facilities operated by Niagara
Falls. Some are within and beating the normal range of like municipal facilities, but others are
higher than the municipal average for similar facilities.
A number of current and future projects are planned to tackle the challenge of the higher
energy intensity facilities, which will be discussed in more detail later in this document. The
graph below illustrates where energy is used throughout Niagara Falls facilities:
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 7
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Guiding Principles of Energy Management
Energy Management Plan Process and Development
The EMP is meant to serve as a basis for energy and utility-related decisions in the coming
years. The main goal is to outline the strategies for implementing improvements to facilities
and operations that reduce energy costs, affect positive environmental changes and to provide
improve returns when spending taxpayers' dollars.
City of Niagara Falls- Municipal Energy Plan Page 8
Taking a Strategic Approach
While the municipality actively manages energy costs by implementing opportunities as they
are identified and quantified, Niagara Falls significantly improves its energy-related
performance by acting strategically. Internalizing energy management into our organization's
every-day decision-making and operating procedures has helped to assure substantial and long-
lasting reductions in energy use and improve the financial bottom line by optimizing the money
spent on energy.
Obtaining Solid Economic Returns
Energy management investments will yield solid economic returns that often meet Niagara Falls
' standard requirements (Internal Rate of Return of 18%) when applied through the Niagara
Falls' capital budgeting process. Niagara Falls will apply consistent financial analysis methods
that consider life-cycle to reduce total cost of facility ownership and operation.
The Business Case for Strategic Energy Management
Below are the central business rationales for Niagara Falls' pursuit of strategic energy
management.
Improved Financial Health and Operating Cost Reduction
Strategic energy management presents a highly leveraged opportunity to reduce operating
costs and positively impact Niagara Falls' bottom line as well as decrease the tax base levy paid
by constituents. Further, investments in energy projects are easier to forecast reliably than
savings or revenue increases expected from other investments. The bottom line is that
reducing operating costs on Niagara Falls facilities directly affects the taxes paid by property
owners.
Strengthened Community Leadership and Environmental Stewardship
Energy management is a visible and public commitment to the community and environment.
Through strategic energy management, Niagara Falls can provide leadership in promoting
sustainable communities, efficient business practices, and environmental stewardship.
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 9
Establishing Purchasing Specifications for Energy Efficient Equipment and Services
Consider establishing and consistently using purchasing specifications that minimize life-cycle
costs for energy efficient equipment and services.
• Establish efficiency specifications for standard equipment routinely replaced (e.g. lights,
motors, and unitary HVAC equipment).
• Establish efficiency standards for design and construction, and for building operations
and maintenance services.
Improving the Performance of Building Operations
Understanding where and when each facility uses energy is paramount to sound energy
management. Throughout this document e discuss possible capital projects and capital funding
mechanisms, but it is extremely important to manage the energy use of the existing equipment
that is already efficient. By only operating equipment when it is needed, substantial energy
reductions can be accomplished. An excellent example is the decision made in 2012 to only
keep three ice pads operating throughout shoulder and summer months at the Gale Center.
There was not enough community demand for ice rental to justify keeping all of the ice pads
operational for 12 months of the year, and substantial energy use was avoided by following
through with that decision.
There are quite possibly numerous other opportunities to implement low or no cost measures
and processes to reduce energy use.
Past Energy Management Activities
Niagara Falls has historically been very active and aware of energy and sustainability initiatives.
In 2011, Niagara Falls completed numerous lighting retrofits at smaller facilities, by taking
advantage of the Small Business Lighting program incentives offered by the Ontario Power
Authority ("OPA"). Niagara Falls also took a major step forward at City Hall, by completing a
detailed energy audit on the entire facility in 2011, and following this up with a Detailed
Engineering Study on equipment replacements and other upgrades for the HVAC system
including the cooling plant. Construction of this project began in 2013 with completion targeted
for mid 2014.
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 10
The five-year EMP represented in this report provides an excellent opportunity to both reflect
upon past successes and develop plans for future initiatives.
The GEA Regulation requires the year 2011 or 2012 to be the baseline upon which a
municipality is measured for achieving further targeted energy savings. This creates an artificial
starting point and can have the effect of downplaying the significance of prior energy efficiency
efforts. It is important to point out, therefore, that Niagara Falls has been active in pursuing
energy efficiency in 2012 or years prior. Therefore, 2011 is the baseline year for this plan.
A list of completed projects that were specifically implemented to lower energy costs include:
• Energy efficient lighting upgrades at nineteen sites using the OPA Small Business
Lighting initiative.
• Energy audit and Detailed Engineering Study at City Hall.
• Energy audit completed at Coronation Center.
• LED lighting retrofit at City Hail.
• Operational changes at Gale Center to significantly lower energy use.
• Lighting retrofits at four Fire Halls.-
Niagara Falls has also been active in the year 2013 and a list of partially completed projects that
were specifically implemented to lower energy costs include:
• City Hall HVAC system re-design including cooling plant replacement, ventilation and
pumps equipment replacement, variable frequency drives, building automation.
• Lighting retrofits at two Fire Halls.
Behavioural and Cultural Initiatives
Often lost in a more technical analysis of energy needs are the "soft" initiatives that involve
behavioural change. As with the "Culture of Conservation" the Province of Ontario is
attempting to achieve, Niagara Falls has always been cognizant of the need to conserve energy.
A list of the types of actions that have led to tangible, but difficult to quantify savings are as
follows:
• Staff routinely turn off lights in unused areas.
• Efforts are made to consider energy use in all aspects of day to day operations.
• Municipal Council has played a lead role by clearly demonstrating its interest in
innovation, energy efficiency and maximizing the use of energy resources.
Present Energy Initiatives
The GEA Regulation focusses on heated or cooled municipal facilities and, therefore, does not
include consideration of measures related to outdoor lighting. Nevertheless, most forward
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 11
thinking municipalities are tackling the challenge of streetlights. This includes Niagara Falls,
whose current plans for 2014 include a major investment for the replacement of 200 high
intensity discharge street lights with new LED units. While it is understood this initiative is
outside of the scope of the present EMP, the projected savings of approximately 132,000 kWh
represents a financial savings to Niagara Falls of$26,500 per year at current rates. The project
was also facilitated by one-time capital incentives from OPA, facilitated by NPEI, of$6,800.
Another major energy efficiency project is the building of a new transit/bus terminal. Members
of Niagara Falls Council and staff worked with the architects and were adamant that the new
building was designed to be energy efficient, showing excellent long term vision to manage and
lower energy costs for years to come. The project has been pre-approved through the OPA's
High Performance New Construction ("FIPNC") incentive, and upon post project measurement
and verification, the project could be eligible for between $30,000 and $40,000 in incentives
under the HPNC program. Energy use Simulations have forecasted energy savings of over
3,600,000 ekWhs compared against the energy use of a base case building.
Goals for Future Energy Management
Niagara Falls is hoping to set an annual energy reduction target of 1.5% of all energy reduced
annually, which would result in a five-year reduction from the baseline of 7.3%.
The goal is based on a list of potential projects that have been identified, but also showing
regard for the fact that implementation of these projects is dependent upon funding, which has
a finite limit.
Niagara Falls has limited capital reserves to fund capital projects to improve energy efficiency,
so each project would have to receive council approval based upon cost and pay-back period
prior to any commitment to move ahead with the project.
The table on following page lists current and proposed future energy efficient projects, with
retrofit costs, incentives available, energy reductions, cost savings, and the year the project is
planned to be completed.
City of Niagara Falls— Municipal Energy Plan Page 12
Project Cost "Incentives I ekWhs ***Energy 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Reduced Savings
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Gale Center HVAC $300,000 $80,000 1,428,200 $122,000 X
Central Library
Lighting $25,000 $3,500 70,000 $9,000 X
Chippawa Arena
Lighting $12,000 $1,300 25,000 $3,300 X
Gale Center Lighting 1 $300,000 $44,000 I_457,000 $60,000 X
*McBain Lighting $70,00.0 $7,200 116,000 $14,500 X
Fire Stations Lighting
& Controls $90,000 $30,000 84,000 $11,000 X
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Controls $200,000 $25,000 420,000 $30,200 X
Coronation center
RTU/HVAC $20,000 $4,200 21,000 ! $2,700 x
Soccer Club boilers-
fuel conversion $80,000 $2,000 80,000 I $12,000 '
Armoury Boiler $15,000 , $1,000 65,000 $2,000 I X
Willoughby Town Hall I
Boiler j $15,000 $1,000 65,000 $2,000 I X
Chippawa Town Hall '
Boiler I; $15,000 $1,000 65,000 $2,000 X
Street Lighting LED I l
retrofit Pilot $200,000 $7,000 132,000 S26,500 X
Central Library RTUs I $80,000 $4,000 60,000 $8,000 X
City Hall Chiller,VFDs
and HVAC $1,000,000 $56,000 280,000 $37,000 X
*- Niagara Falls pays only 20% of the operating costs of McBain Community Center, the above
numbers reflect only 20% of the business case metrics for the project.
** Incentive amounts based on OPA 2011-2014 incentive programs
*** Energy Cost Savings based on 2013 rates and do not include escalated rates over time
City of Niagara Falls- Municipal Energy Plan Page 13
Capital Funding
In this current age of low interest rates and low yields on bonds and investments, a 20% or
higher return on investment is an attractive proposition. Reviewing the above table the
majority of the proposed projects ROI are in the 20% + range.
Some municipalities have capital reserve fund accounts that can be utilized to borrow capital
funds from to pay for energy efficiency projects. Niagara Falls does not have a capital reserve
fund specifically for energy efficiency projects. Each proposed project is scrutinized by senior
staff and Council to ensure it is a viable and profitable project over the long term. As
infrastructure capital needs needs far outweigh the available capital funding available, this is
the most cost effective and responsible way to manage the use of Niagara Falls' capital funds.
NPEI, through the OPA's "saveONenergy" conservation programs provides capital incentives for
undertaking energy-reducing capital projects. The sixteen capital projects proposed in the
above table could provide over$400,000 in capital incentive rebates. Niagara Falls may roll the
incentives forward to put towards future energy efficiency projects.
Occasionally capital projects that needed to be completed due to failing or the end of life
expectancy of the equipment, can be turned into an energy efficiency project. The three boiler
projects in the table above represent this type of efficiency project. The capital plan and
condition assessment call for the replacement of the equipment, however, by upgrading the
new equipment to an energy efficient model, it becomes an energy efficient project. Only the
incremental capital required to upgrade to an efficient model over the base case model needs
to be attributed to the energy project payback. Due diligence in the procurement stage is
necessary though, to ensure that only proposals for an efficient replacement are considered in
awarding the project to a successful bidder or contractor.
There are sixteen potential capital project options above; thirteen of which has a return on
investment within typical municipal payback expectations. These thirteen projects could
reduce Niagara Falls energy consumption by 12% over 5years should they all be implemented
as proposed. However, it is questionable that all can be completed due to capital shortfalls.
Niagara Falls will attempt to contemplate each project and move ahead only with the projects
that most feasible given the capital resources available.
City of Niagara Falls —Municipal Energy Plan Page 14
Why Set Energy Reduction Targets?
This report sets a reduction target of 1.5% annually. The graph below demonstrates the
potential financial reward of forward-thinking energy reduction. The graph shows the
differences in the total annual cost of energy in 20 years' time, using a variety of annual energy
rate increases of 3%, 6%, 8% and 10%, respectively. The graph compares those projected costs
with, and without, achieving the energy reduction target set out in this report. Assuming a 6%
increase in the cost of energy, the difference in total cost of energy in 20 years between zero
conservation and 1.5% annual conservation is approximately $1,400,000 annually. That
represents a huge opportunity, given that the total energy costs in 2012 were $1,900,000.
City of Niagara Falls Annual Utility Costs of Facilities in 2031
$12,000,000
No Energy Use Reductions
$10,000,000
With 1.5% Annual Energy Use Reduction
$8,000,000
$6,000,000
$4,000,000
$2,000,000
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2012 Costs 3%Ann. Increase 6%Ann.Increase 8%Ann. Increase 10%Ann.Increase '..
City of Niagara Falls— Municipal Energy Plan Page 15
Other Energy Matters
The Guideline on Preparing an Energy Management Plan requires a municipality to turn its
mind beyond targets to address other matters related to energy. In the case of Niagara Falls ,
two matters are worth addressing related to backup generation and renewable energy
generation.
Backup Generation
Niagara Falls is currently reviewing its back up power needs at a number of its facilities.
Fire Halls are presently well protected with back up gen sets capable of keeping them
functioning as required during short of long duration outages.
The City Hall gen set is due for replacement in the short term future. Sizing of the gen set and
capacity requirements are presently under review. Fuel source is a second consideration being
considered, the option of natural gas and its related benefits may make it a more suitable
choice. Futher, the suitability of natural gas gen sets' flexibility as a peak load operating unit
may provide the additional benefits to make it the preferred option.
The McBain Center presently utilizes an appropriately sized gen set to provide proper exit given
an outage, as well as limited operating capabilities. Consideration may be given to add
generator capacity to this site if the business case and payback is deemed acceptable. This
possibility will be considered within the five year EMP activity.
There may be an opportunity to utilize these assets to participate in the Demand Response
("DR3") initiative with the OPA. This initiative may be transferring to the Independent Electrical
System Operator ("IE5O") within the next year. With either entity, the potential benefit of
operating the backup generator during peak times of provincial load may prove beneficial. A
change to the Certificate of Air ("CofA") would be required, as would slight modifications to the
equipment itself. The simple payback of such actions would appear to be within acceptable
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limits for Niagara Falls. This option may be studied in more depth as part of the five year plan
activity.
Should there be an opportunity to work with NPEI , Niagara Falls would be willing to entertain
being part of an aggregated pool of gen sets that could be bid into a program such as the
present DR3 initiative.
Renewable Generation
The GEA Regulation states specifically: Within the five year plan, the municipality will provide
• A description of any renewable generation facility operated by the public agency and the
amount of energy produced on an annual basis by the facility.
• A description of the ground source energy harvested, if any, by ground source heat pump
technology operated by the public agency.
• The solar energy harnessed, if any, by thermal air technology or thermal water
technology operated by the public agency.
• The PROPOSED PLAN, if any, to operate heat pump technology, thermal air technology
or thermal water technology in the future.
Niagara Falls currently has zero renewable energy projects, with no projects using renewable
power nor any renewable energy generation projects.
Solar options exist to lease rooftop space and remove the performance risk from Niagara Falls
and put it onto the solar developer. This option provides guaranteed payments for 20 years
and requires absolutely no investment from Niagara Falls. Larger roof footprints such as the
community centre or arenas could be investigated as options.
Niagara Falls may decide to investigate options for the implementation of other renewable
technology projects at the facilities. The initiatives may take a variety of forms from ground
source heat pump to solar thermal systems retrofitted into existing sites.
Technology such as solar thermal may be viable for the larger water consuming facilities. These
systems require no waiting time or connection to outside entities and are simple and effective.
This technology may be studied further for its application within Niagara Falls.
Opportunities may exist at various sites for the implementation of ground or water source heat
pump systems. A viable option may be an existing site that is in need of a replacement for its
heating/cooling system. Given the maturation of the technology of the past ten years and the
decent payback of five to eight years it would appear to fit within the required ROI.
City of Niagara Falls - Municipal Energy Plan Page 17
Conclusion
The government of Ontario has reported that electricity prices will increase over the next five
to ten years. What we don't know is exactly how high electricity prices will rise. On the same
day in December 2013, three media reports all claimed substantial electricity price increases
over the next three to ten years. The Financial Post reported prices will increase 33% over the
next three years, The Toronto Sun reported price increases of 42% over five years, and 54%
over the next nine years, and CTV reported price increases of almost 50%over the next three
years. All three media outlets wrote these reports after the unveiling of Energy Minister's long
term energy plan.
Knowing that these three differing reports were derived from the same information, an
accurate prediction of energy price increases cannot be made, except for knowing that it will be
substantial. Municipalities face a fundamental problem in keeping up with these increasing
.costs as their revenue will not increase near the rate of energy price increases.
The most efficient way for municipalities to tackle these price increases, without lowering
municipal service levels, is to decrease the amount of energy used.
Niagara Falls is well aware of the mounting pressures ahead on finances, and have become
proactive in completing a five year energy management plan with a target of reducing energy
by over 7.5 % during the next five years. A number of preliminary energy audits and studies
have already been undertaken, with more planned in the years to come.
Niagara Falls takes the mandated requirements of the GEA Regulation very seriously and will
comply with these regulations. Niagara Falls also takes the issue of fiscal responsibility to the
taxpayer revenue very seriously; with the goal of merging these two objectives in an efficient
and effective manner. The key to hitting these targets will be the availability of capital to
complete many of the proposed energy efficiency projects. Niagara Falls staff understands the
importance of controlling and managing energy use wisely and will continue to do their best to
conserve wherever possible.
Niagara Falls fully plans on achieving the energy reduction targets, and will work hand in hand
with NPEI and Enbridge Gas for additional conservation expertise and incentive funding to
reach this goal.
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Appendix "A"
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Appendix "B"
Ontario Regulation 397/11
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Green Energy Act, 2009
ONTARIO REGULATION 397/11
ENERGY CONSERVATION AND DEMAND MANAGEMENT PLANS
consolidation Period: Row Jaauury I, 7012 w the c-Laws currcocv date.
No amendments.
This is the English version of a bilingual regulation.
Definitions
I. In this Regulation,
"municipal secs ice hoard"means,
(a) a municipal service board or joint municipal service board established or continued under the,thutictpe/.Ict, 2017!,
(h) a city hoard or joint city board established or continued under the City of Toronto Act, 2006. or
(a) a joint board established in accordance with a transfer order made under the Municipal Water-an,l Soitvr - 1-arafer
Ace, 1997; (`commission de services municipaux")
'post-secondary educational institution" means a university in Ontario,a college of applied arts and technology in Ontario or
another post-secondary educational institution in Ontario, if the university, college or institution receives an annual
operating grant; ("ctahlissemcnt d'enseignement postsecondairc"1
'public hospital"means,
(a) a hospital within the meaning of the Public Hospitals Act, or
(b) the University of Ottawa I[earl institute/Institut de cardiologic do I'Uuisersitc d'Ottawa; ("hupital public')
`school board" looms a board within the meaning of the Education Act, (Amused scolaire"1 O. Reg. 397/1 1, s. 1.
Application
2. Sections 4, 5 and 6 apply only to public agencies prescribed by section 3. O. Reg. 397.'1 I,s. 2.
Public agencies
3. [he following arc prescribed as public agencies for the purposes of the Act:
. Every municipality,
2 Every municipal service hoard.
3. Lo cry post-secondary educational institution.
a Pvory public hospital.
5. Every school hoard, 0. Reg. 397/11, s. 3.
Energy conservation and demand management plans
4. (I) A public agency shall prepare, publish, make available to the public and implement energy conservation and
demand management plans or joint plans in accordance with sections 6 and 7 of the Act and with this Regulation. O. Reg.
397//11, s, 4(I),
(2) An energy conservation and demand management plan is composed of two parts as follows:
I. A summary of the public agency's annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions for its operations.
2. A description of previous, current and proposed measures for conserving and otherwise reducing the amount of energy
consumed by the public agency's operations and for managing the public agency's demand for energy, ineludiag a
forecast of the expected results of current and proposed measures. O. Reg.397/I I,s. 4 (2).
Summary of annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
5. (1) Subject to subsection (2), a summary of the public agency's annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas
emissions must include a list of the energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions for the year with respect to each of the
public agency's operations that aro set out in Table I of this Regulation for the type of public agency to which the public
agency belongs and that are conducted in buildings or facilities the public agency owns or leases that,
la) are heated or cooled and in respect of which the public agency is issued the invoices and is responsible for making the
payments 'br the building or facility's energy consumption; or
(b) arc related to the treatment or punting of water or sewage, whether or not die'building or facility is heated or cooled,
and in respect of which the public agency is issued the invoices and is responsible for snaking the payments For the
building or facility's energy consumption. 0. Reg. 397/11,s. 5 (I).
(22) tf only part of a building or facility where an operation is conducted is heated or cooled, the public agency's summary
referred to in subsection (I) most only include energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions for the part of the building
or facility where the operation is conducted that is heated or cooled. 0. Reg. 307/1 I, s_5 Qf
(31 'he public agency's summary referred to in subsection (I) most he prepared using the form entitled "Energy
Consumption and Greenhouse nhouse Gas Emissions Template" that is available from the Ministry and must include the following
information and calculations for each of the public agency's operations:
L The address at which the operation is conducted,
2. the type of operation.
3. The total floor area of the indoor space in which the operation is conducted.
4_ A description of the days and hours in the year during which the operation is conducted and, if the operation is
conducted on a seasonal basis, the period or periods during the year when it is conducted.
5. the types of energy purchased for the year and consumed in connection with the operation.
(i. The total amount of each type of energy purchased for the year and consumed in connection with the operation.
7. 'the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions for the year with respect to each type of energy purchased and
eensunted in connection with the operation.
8. rho greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption for the year from conducting the operation, calculating,
i. the annual mega watt hours per mega htre of water treated and distributed, if the operation is a water works,
ii. the annual mega watt hours per mega litre of sewage treated and distributed, if the operation is a sewage works,
or
iii. per unit of floor space of the building or facility in which the operation is conducted, in any other case. 0. Keg.
307/11,s. 5(3).
(4) it a pnbfic agency conducts, in the stupe building or facility, more than one operation set out in Table I of this
Regulation for the type of public agency to which the public agency belongs, i; shad make a reasonable allocation of the
amount of energy purchased and consumed For the year among each of those operations. 0. Reg. 397/1 I, s. 5(4).
(5) In preparing its annual Energy Constu.iption and Greenhouse Gas [(mission Template, a public agency may exclude its
energy consumption and green house gas emissions relating to its temporary use of an emergency or hack-up generator in
order to continue operations. O. Reg. 397/3 I, s. 5 (5).
(o) On or before July I. 2013, every public agency shall submit to the Minister, publish on its website and Intranet site, if
it has either or both, and nuke available to the public in printed Conn at its head office the public agency's Energy
Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emission Template for operations conducted in 2011. 0. Reg. 397/I I, s. 5(6).
(7) On or before July I of each year after 201 3, every public agency shall submit to the Minister, publish on its website
and intranet site, if it has either or both,and make available to the public in printed form at its head office the public agency's
Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emission Template for operations conducted in the year following the year to
which the last annual Template related. O. Reg. 397/11, s_5 (7).
(8) The following information, if applicable, must also be submitted, published and made available to the public with
every Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emission Template:
1. If the operation is a school operated by a school board,
i. the number of classrooms in temporary accommodations at the school during the year, and
ii. whether there is an indoor swimming pool in the school.
2. if the public agency is a public hospital, whether a facility operated by the public hospital is a chronic or acute care
facility. or both. 0. Reg. 397/11,s. 5 (8).
Energy conservation and demand management measures
6. (I) On or hetbre July I, 2014, every public agency shall publish on its website and intranet site, 1f it has either or both,
and make available to the public in printed Form at its head office,
(a) the intorur tial referred to in subsection 6 (S) of the Act with respect to each of the public sae rcy'.s operations set out
in Table 1 of lhi: Regulation for the type ofpublic agency to which the public agency belongs;
(b) the inorrttion referred to in paragraph 2 of subsection 4 (_) of this Regulation with respect to each or the public
agency's Operations set out in Table I or this Regulation fpr the type of public agency to which the public agercc
belongs; and
(c) rhe following information:
(i) information on the public agency's annual energy consumption during the last year for which complete
information is available for a 6th year,
(ii) the public agency's goals and objectives for conserving and otherwise reducing energy consumption and
managing its demand for energy,
(hit the public agency's proposed measures under its energy conservation and demand managent;:ai pf.u:,
(iv) cost and saving estimates for its proposed measures,
(v) a description or any renewable energy generation facility operated by the public agency and rhe amoiint of energy
produced on an annual basis by the facility,
(vi) a description oh,
(A) the ground source energy harnessed, if any, by ground source heat pump technology operated by the public
agency,
(13) the solar energy harnessed, if any, by thermal air technology or thermal water technology ope'ntea by the
public agency,and
(C) the proposed plan, if any, to operate heat pump technology, thermal air technology or thermal water
technology in the future,
(vii) the estimated length of time the public agency's energy conservation and demand management measures will he
in place, and
(viii) confirmation that the energy conservation and demand management plan has been approved by the public
agency's senior management. O. Reg. 397)11, s. 6 (I).
(2) In addition to publishing aand making available the required information with respect to the operations pardoned is
clauses (l) (a) and (b), a public agency may also publish information with respect to any other over not Mat n
O. Reg. 397/1 1,s. 6(2). conducts.
(31 On or before July I, 2019 and on or before every fifth anniversary thereafter, every public agency shall publish an its
u hsite and intranet site, if it has either or both, and make available to the public in printed form at its head office all (lithe
i nloi paha t that is required to be published and made available under subsection (1) the Energy Consumption anti
Greenhouse (,as 1(mission Template that is required to be submitted and published on or before fitly I of that year and the
Following inFormation:
I. A d scrip ion of current and proposed measures for conserving and otherwise reducing energy consumption and
managing its demand for energy.
2. ARP.iced Iureeast of the expected results of the current and proposed measures.
3. A report of the actual results achieved.
4. A description of any proposed changes to be made to assist the public agency in reaching any targets it has established
or forecasts it has made. O. Reg. 397/I1, s.6 (3).
(4) If a public agency initiated energy conservation measures or energy demand management measures hclore July I.
2014, the public agency may also include in its first plan information on the results of those measures. O. Reg. 397/11_
s. 6 (4).
7. O.Atri t lit PROVIIThS FOR COMING IN ID FORCE OF PROVISIONS of ruts REGIII.AIION). O. Reg. 397)11, s. 7.
TABLE I
Column I Column 2
[tem lupe of public aeencv (column 3
Operation
I. Municipality
I. Administrative prices and related facilities, including municipal ceuncr
chambers.
2. Public libraries.
3 Cultural il fa iliti s indoor recreational facilities and community centres,
including,art galleries,pei lunnutg arts tau irie;,audnormnin,indoor sports
arenas,indoor ice rinks,indoor swimonng pools, gyms
and Indoor colJris
for playing,ennis,basketball or other sports.
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4. Ambulance stationsand associated offices and fueilities.
5. Fire stations and associated offices and facilities.
6. Police stations and associated offices and facilsics, repaired or
7. Storage facilities where equipment or vehiclesarerep nmintained,
stored.
4 Buildings or facilities related t r the treatment or[lumping orteat r or
sewage.
n Parking arages.
I— Vteal i tl;...vice board I Buildings or facilities related to the treatment or pumping of w,.tt.r or
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sa
�� Administrative offices and related facilities.
Pest-'econdary educa.ional institution 2. Classrooms and related facilities.
3. Sdnt l
4. Stutudere Student�,- sten s that have more than three storeys or a building area of
more than 600 square metres
5 Student recreational facilities and athletic feed ides.
6. Libraries.
7. Parkingu.ara es.
-- —— - — --
q Schou) board I. Schools.
2. AdmimsL ante oiTices and r^^_late,faci!it_es.
7------1-Public hospital I. Facilities used for hospital purposes.
2 nititr lave offices and relttad tneilincs.
O. Reg. 397/11,Table I.
Franyais
Beek to trip
Dean Iorfida
From: Beth Angle
Sent: Wednesday, April 09, 2014 11:23 AM
To:
Dean Iorfida
Cc:
Subject: Bill Matson; Teresa Fabbro
June Council Meeting
Hello Dean
Could you please add MYAC to the June 10th Council Meeting Agenda for their annual year end deputation?
Thanks a lot!
Beth X 3336
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Niagarrafalls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Finance
SUBJECT: F-2014-08
2014 Municipal Utility Budget
RECOMMENDATION
1 . That Council approve the City's 2014 Municipal Utility Budgets and the water and
sewer rates for 2014.
2. That Council agree to partner with the Niagara Region on an unbilled water loss
audit.
3. That Council direct staff to prepare a rate structure review for 2015 Utility Budget.
4. That Council approve the 5 year forecast required for the City's water licence.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City is required to approve annually the water and wastewater utility budgets. This
year's budgets reflect a number of initiatives that have been completed and some that will
be completed in 2014. Specifically, the Region completed its review of Regional water and
waste water delivery and have resolved to maintain the existing delivery system. This will
provide certainty to the City as Regional costs account for 54% (water) and 64%
(wastewater) of the respective utility budget.
Likewise, the City undertook a process to return the water billing responsibility to the City
from NPEI. This has been completed effective May 1 , 2014. The reductions in operating
costs will be fully utilized in 2015, however, the increased operational performance,
information collection and inter department improvements will occur in 2014.
The City is partnering with the Region on an audit of unbilled water loss with the municipal
system. This will address the higher than acceptable unbilled water loss in the City's
network. This will be completed in 2014 and will hopefully have a positive impact on the
2015 budgets.
Staff is recommending adjustments in the variable rates so that the water volumetric
charges increase by 2.96%to $0.9628 per cubic meter from $0.9351 while the wastewater
rate is increased by 4.5% to $1 .0646 from $1 .0187 per cubic meter. These changes result
in the combined volumetric rate increasing by 3.77% to $2.0274 from $1.9538/m3. The
primary reason for the increase in rates is the reduced volumes of water and waste water
sold.
The City's fixed monthly charges are determined on meter size and is a graduated rate
structure wherein the larger meters owners are charged a larger proportion than the
smaller meter owners. The combined increase of the smaller meter typical of the average
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home owner is remaining the same as 2013 at $42.28.
The combined impact on the users of both volumetric and fixed rates is as follows. For a
low use family, an increase of$7.36 or 1.04% per year increase and for a higher residential
user, a $26.49 increase or 2.18%
BACKGROUND
The municipality develops an annual utility budget for the operation of its water and sewer
distribution systems. The City is dependent upon the Region of Niagara for the supply of
potable water and the treatment of wastewater. The City has responsibility to bill its
residents for the use of both water and wastewater. The user fees consist of both a fixed
monthly service charge and variable charge based on consumption. The City's variable
charge is developed to cover the cost charged by the Region for potable water and for the
treatment of sewage. The City's fixed meter charges recover the City's operating costs
and capital spending. This rate methodology has been in place since the inception of
residential meters in 2001 .
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
There are two separate utility budgets. There is the Water budget and the Wastewater
budget. The analysis of the budgets are separated by the rates charged.
Water Volumetric Rate
The water volumetric rate is established to capture all of the regional costs of water
purchased by the City. The rates established are impacted by a number of factors.
1 . The Regional price for potable water is a direct cost to the City and is
incorporated into the variable rate. The Region charges the City based on a 75-25%
split between variable and fixed rate. The variable portion of the Regional charge
was not changed and remains at $0.537 per/m3. The fixed portion of the Regional
charge increased to $2,889,027 from $2,885,676 or $3,351. The variable cost of
Regional purchases depends on the annual flows.
2. The estimated volume that the City will purchase from the Region. The volume
of water sold to the City by the Region reduced by 842,620 m3 or 5.13% in 2013.
Staff is projecting that water purchases from the Region will remain at the same
levels as 2013.
3. The estimated volume that the City will sell to its users. The volume of water
sold by the City to its users was reduced by 1,684,941 m3 or 12.6%. The actual
amount of water billed in 2013 was negatively impacted by the completion of the
OPG Tunnel project and an error in billing volumes with a couple of large accounts.
The errors have been corrected on a go forward basis in mid-2013. The estimated
billing volume used for 2014 reflects these factors.
4. The un-billed water volumes. Un-billed water can be defined as the percentage
of water that is not billed by the City but has been purchased from the Region. In
2013 the actual billed percentage decreased to 74.5% of water purchased, which
was less than the estimated amount of 78.5% used in the determination of the
volumetric rate for 2013. The loss is attributable to the discovery of this billing error.
The inspection program of commercial meters is ongoing and staff is cautiously
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optimistic that this program will reap benefits in 2014. For the purposes of the 2014
budget staff used the factor of 74.5%. In addition, the City is partnering with
Regional staff to audit our distribution system for waterloss. This will assist in
addressing this ongoing program.
5. Transfers to Reserve for Rate Stabilization. The schedule below, shows a deficit
on the volumetric billing in 2013. This is offset by a larger surplus in the water
service charge net revenues. The impact of both operating results is shown in
Chart 1 attached to this report. In 2014, a portion of this surplus is being used to
offset the rate increase required for the volumetric rate. The balance of water rate
stabilization reserve remains at approximately $1.1 million.
The chart below summarizes the revenues and expenses for the water volumetric segment
of the water budget. Included in this summary are the 2013 actual preliminary results. The
results will not be finalized until the 2013 audited financials are completed.
Water Volumetric Rate 2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actuals
Revenues $11,175,487 $11 ,723,297 $10,931,786
Regional Purchases Volume $8,366,450 8,576,421 $8,365,583
Regional Purchases Fixed $2,889,027 2,885,676 $2,885,676
Transfer to (from) Reserves ($80,000) 261,200 ($319,473)
Residual $0 $0 $0
Water Fixed Monthly Service Rates:
The purpose of the fixed service charge is to collect the revenues necessary to offset the
municipality's cost for the maintenance of the water distribution system in the City. All of
the City's costs for the distribution network including an annual transfer to capital are
financed through the service charges. The service charge is based on the meter size at
every property. The fixed monthly charges increase with the size of each meter.
The City's water expenditures are outlined in Chart 1 . In 2013, a surplus was generated
from this billing function due to lower operating expenditures and higher than expected
sundry revenues. The projected net annual expenditures for the City's water operation are
projected to increase to $9,090,909 from $9,009,221 increase by 0.9%.
The main drivers of this cost increase include:
• an increase of insurance to reflect claims increases
• a continued investment in capital infrastructure of $4.1M
• an increase in infrastructure repairs in contracted services
It should be noted that the reinvestment costs associated with water asset replacements
is borne completely by the fixed service charges. This is the funding source for the Capital
Budget and will remain at $4.1 million annually. As previously provided to Council, staff are
preparing an Asset Management Plan. The initial information indicates that the $4.1 million
annual investment is adequate. It should be noted that the transition of the water billing to
the City occured effective May 1, 2014. The anticipated annual savings from this transition
will be realized in the 2015 Utility budget as the transition costs will offset these savings in
2014.
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Wastewater Volumetric
The volumetric rate for wastewater is established to capture all of the Regional costs of
wastewater treatment. There are three factors that impact the volumetric wastewater rate
charged to all residents.
1 . The Regional waste water request. The amount charged by the Region to the
lower tiers is a 100% fixed amount. The budget request for 2014 consists of two
components. The cost of treatment for 2014 of$12,810,818 and the cost of the 2013
Reconciliation of Regional costs is $1,063,951. Thus the budget amount is the total
of $13,874,769 which is up from $12,652,307 in 2013. This represents an increase
of 9.66%.
2. The estimated water volume that the City will sell to its users. The volume of
water sold impacts the revenues generated for waste water since residents are billed
for wastewater based on the water consumed. The quantity of wastewater was
reduced sharply due to an overestimate of billing volumes attributed to the OPG
Tunnel project and the billing error. This has more of a significant impact since the
Regional costs are 100%fixed. Thus a reduced water billing volume sharply reduced
waste water revenues generated.
3. Transfers to Reserve for Rate Stabilization. In 2011, the City received a significant
rebate from the Region from the reconciliation of actual flows from 2008, 2009, and
2010. This money was reserved for future use in meter replacement or combined
with rate stabilization reserve. It is necessary to utilize this reserve to offset the
realized shortfall in 2013 and to mitigate the 2014 rate increases. The starting
balance of this reserve is $5.4 million so there is an adequate amount to
accommodate the required transfers.
The chart below shows the year over year budget comparison, and the 2013 preliminary
actuals.
2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actuals
Revenues $11,710,818 $12,652,307 $11 ,202,850
Less: 2011 Variance rebate $0 ($249,000) $0
Regional Fixed Charge $13,874,769 $12,403,307 $12,336,931
Transfer to (from) Stabilization ($2,163,951) $0 ($1 ,134,081)
Reserves
Residual $0 $0 51)
Wastewater Fixed Service Charges
The fixed service charge is based on the municipality's cost for the maintenance of the
wastewater distribution system in the City. All of the City's costs for the distribution network
including an annual transfer to capital is financed through the service charges. The service
charge is based on the meter size at every property. Similar to the water service charge,
the monthly charges increase with the size of each meter.
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The details of the City's wastewater expenditures are outlined in Chart 2 and highlighted
in the chart below. The projected net annual expenditures for the City's wastewater
operation is projected to decrease by less than 1.0% or $25,399 to $8,910,425 from
$8,935,824 budgeted in 2013. Similar to water, the service charges will remain the same.
Ancillary revenue is used to offset the amount required from the fixed service charge. The
revenue streams included sewer lateral charges, flat rate billing accounts during
construction and a transfer from the development charge reserve to offset 100% the
debenture cost associated with the growth related pumping stations.
The table below summarizes Chart 2, 2013 Wastewater Utility Budget in the appendix which
is a detailed cost of operations.
Wastewater Budget 2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actuals
Operating Expenditures $8,910,425 $8,935,824 $8,801,395
Ancillary Revenues 1,169,391 1,180,497 1,190,232
Revenues Collected by 7,741,034 7,755,327 7,721,933
Service Charges
Transfer to (from) Reserve $0 $0 $110,774
Stabilization Reserve
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The analysis of the 2013 operations and the proposed 2014 budgets indicates that rate
increases are required for consumption rates while no increases are required on the
monthly fixed charges. The chart below illustrates the rate increases required:
Volumetric Rate per Cubic Meters
2014 2013 $ Change
Water Rate $0.9628 $0.9351 $0.0277
Sewer Rate 1.0646 1.0187 0.0459
Total $2.0274 $1 .9538 $0.0736
Alternatively the Fixed services on a 1" residential meter is shown in the chart below.
Combined Fixed Service Charges on 1" Meter
2014 2013 $ Change
Water Charge per month $22.25 $22.25 $0.00
Sewer Charge per month 20.03 20.03 0.00
Total $42.28 $42.28 $0.00
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Chart 3 highlights the comparative rates amongst area municipalities for residential users.
Within this chart is the impact on two types of residents, one a lower user consuming a
household amount of 100 m3 annually vs. higher user of 300 m3. This is summarized below:
Type of Residential User 2014 2013 $ Change % Change
Low household user $710.00 $702.74 $7.36 1 .04%
High household user $1 ,237.22 $1 ,210.73 $26.49 2.18%
The impact on account holders will vary depending on the volume of water used. Since the
increase in rates are primarily in the volumetric rates, account holders with increasing
volumes of water will have the greater increases. The combined volumetric rates will
increase from $2.0274 m3 from $1.9538 or a 3.76% increase.
Included this year is a summary chart that highlights the differences in residential water use
amongst other municipalities. The chart compares a low residential user (100 m3/year) vs.
high user (300 m3/year). As this shows, there is a variety of methodologies used for billing
residential homeowners amongst municipalities.
It should be noted that the low water user is expected to pay $710.00 in 2014. This
compares to the annual charge of $618.42 in 2000 when residential meters were
introduced. This represents an annualized increase of 1.05% since 2000. This includes
increased annual expenditures of $5 million in capital funding as well as a significant
increase in Regional charges since that time.
Council will recall that two programs exist to assist homeowners. The low income seniors
rebate provide $100 rebate for qualified seniors, while the low flow toilet program provides
incentives to property owners to reduce water consumption. Both programs remain in this
budget.
There is annual requests for rate structure review and changes. Staff have indicated in
previous budget years that any rate structure review should wait until the Regional review
is completed. Any review should be comprehensive and should include all municipal
stakeholders and rate payers. This would require significant consultation and this activity
is consistent with a new term of Council and its strategic priorities.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Chart 1 - Water Budget
Chart 2 - Wastewater Budget
Chart 3 - Comparable Residential Charges - Regional Municipalities
Chart 4 - 5-Year Water Forecast n If
Recommended by: 1 'v 1
Todd Harrison, Director of Finance
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Respectfully submitted: } " �
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
2014 Water Utility Budget Chart 1
2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actual
Service Charge Expenditures
Salaries and Wages $ 1.822.579 $ 1,856.683 $ 1.796.156
WSIB, Health, Safety, Wellness 52.000 52.000 40.000
Employee Benefits 505,000 505.000 489.391
Long Term Debt Interest - - -
Materials 377,660 388.100 372.188
Personnel Development 25,000 30.000 20.676
Memberships and Conference - 5,000 14
Advertising 18,000 20,000 5.437
Insurance 184.448 170.000 138.066
Utilities 32,000 32.000 31.141
Contracted Services 1,669,000 1.522,000 1.304 239
Financial Expenses 125,000 125.000 76.512
Long Term Debt Principal - - -
Transfers to Own Funds 4.100,000 4.100.000 4100.000
Internal Transfer 180.222 203.438 188.718
1 6 percent $ 9.090.909 $ 9.009.221 $ 8.562.538
Service Charge Revenues
Water Stand Pipe Revenue $ 90,000 $ 103.000 $ 92.951
Water Transfer and Shut-off fees 34.500 37.000 32.817
Sundry Revenue 192,500 130.000 234.130
Service charge from meters 8.773.909 8,739,221 8.624.608
$ 9.090.909 $ 9,009,221 $ 8.984.506
Service Charge(Surplus) Deficit $ - $ - $ (421.968)
2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actual
Volumetric Charge Expenditures
Regional Water Purchases Variable $ 8,366,460 8.576.421 $ 8.365.583
Regional Water Purchases Fixed 2.889,027 2,885,676 2.885 676
Transfer to reserves (80.000) 261.200 -
$ 11,175,487 $ 11.723.297 $ 11.251,259
Volumetric Charge revenues 11,175.487 11,723,297 10.931 786
Volumetric (Surplus) Deficit $ - $ - $ 319.473
All Sources (surplus) deficit $ - $ - S (102.495)
2014 Wastewater Utility Budget Chart 2
2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actual
Service Charge Expenditures
Salaries and Wages $ 804.834 $ 825,477 $ 830.896
WSIB, Health. Safety, Wellness 10,411 35.000 $ 9.400
Employee Benefits 205,624 205.624 $ 227.570
Long Term Debt Interest 445,714 469,819 $ 458.862
Materials 121.700 123,850 $ 135.930
Memberships, professional develop am 2,500 8,425 $ -
Insurance 132,971 122,690 $ 135.795
Insurance Claims 55,000 55,000 $ 95.000
Contracted Services 1.445,000 1.388,500 $ 1.230 702
Financial Expenses 200.000 200,000 $ 172.351
Long Term Debt Principal 598.678 598,678 $ 598.678
Transfers to Own Funds 4,730,000 4,730,000 $ 4.730 000
Internal Transfers 157,993 172,761 $ 176.207
$ 8,910.425 $ 8.935.824 $ 8.801 391
Service Charge Revenues
Sewer Lateral Cleaning $ 25,000 $ 25.000 S 22.010
Flat Rate charges 100,000 87,000 S 99.725
Transfer from Reserve 1,044,391 1.068,497 S 1.068,497
Revenue from meters 7.741,034 7.755,327 $ 7.721 933
$ 8.910.425 $ 8,935.824 S 8.912,165
Service Charge(Surplus) Deficit $ - $ - S (110774)
2014 Budget 2013 Budget 2013 Actual
Volumetric Charge Expenditures
Regional Sewer Charge 12,810,818 12,652.307 $ 12.336 931
Regional reconcilaition adjustment 1,063,951 (249.000) -
Transfer to (from) reserves (2,163,951) - -
$ 11,710,818 $ 12.403 307 $ 12.336.931
Volumetric Charge revenues 11.710.818 12.403.307 11.202.850
Volumetric (Surplus) Deficit $ - $ - $ 1.134.081
All Sources (surplus) deficit $ $ - $ 1.023.307
Comparison of Niagara Municipalities Chart 3
Residential Property Owners Water and Waste Water Rates
A B
City/Town Water Service Water Consumption Sewer Service Sewer Consumption Date Per 100 cm/3 Per 360 cm/3
Fort Erie $ 24.27 $ 1.1230 $ 39.85 $ 1.2390 01-Jan-14 $ 1,005.64 $ 1,619.76
Grunsby $ 20.92 $ 1.1900 none none 01-Jan-14 $ 370.04 n/a
Lincoln 5 2.87 $ 2.0230 $ 2.66 5 2.3250 01-Jan-14 $ 501 16 $ 1,370.76
NOTL $ 21.79 $ 1.3160 $ 23.84 $ 0.9072 01-Jan-14 $ 769.88 5 1,347.91
Pelham $ 11.15 5 1.3275 $ 13.17 $ 0.9199 01-Jan-14 $ 516.58 5 1,100.90
Port Colborne $ 23.76 $ 1.0930 $ 26.94 5 1.1740 01-Jun-14 $ 835.10 $ 1,424.52
St.Catharines $ 12.50 $ 1.1990 5 7.00 $ 1.7730 01-Jan-14 5 531.20 $ 1,303.92
Thorold $ 14.79 $ 1.2070 5 16.45 $ 1.3410 01-Jan-14 $ 629.68 $ 1,292.16
WVainfleet no muncipal water UVALUEl
Welland $ 7.31 $ 1.5625 $ 9.89 $ 2.6301 01-Jan-14 $ 625.66 $ 1,715.74
West Lincoln $ 10.31 $ 1.1100 $ 23.77 $ 1.4200 01-Jul-14 $ 661.96 $ 1,319.76
Niagara Falls $ 22.25 $ 0.9628 $ 20.03 $ 1.0646 $ 710.10 $ 1,237.22
Column A represents anually comsumption of low water user 100 m/3 per year
Column B represents anually comsumption of large water user 360 m/3 per year
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Statement of Financial Operations - Water
Chart 4
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Water Total Revenues
Rate Revenues 20,201,318 20,029,396 20,496,081 20,973,640 21,462,325 21,962,398
Miscellaneous 531,200 237,000 242,522 248,173 253,955 259,872
Total Revenues 20,732,518 20,266,396 20,738,603 21,221,812 21,716,281 22,222,270
Water Total Expenses
Operating Expenses
Regional Charges 11,462,097 11,255,487 11,480,597 11,710,209 11,944,413 12,183,301
Contracted Services 1,522,000 1,669,000 1,710,725 1,753,493 1,797,330 1,842,264
Labour 1,856,683 1,822,579 1,868,143 1,914,847 1,962,718 2,011,786
Employee Benefits 557,000 557,000 570,925 585,198 599,828 614,824
Rents and Financial Expenses 125,000 125,000 128,125 131,328 134,611 137,977
Insurance Premiums 170,000 184,448 189,059 193,786 198,630 203,596
Electricity 32,000 32,000 32,800 33,620 34,461 35,322
Materials 388,100 377,660 387,102 396,779 406,699 416,866
Miscellaneous Expenses 519,638 143,222 146,803 150,473 154,234 158,090
Total Operating Expenses 16,632,518 16,166,396 16,514,278 16,869,732 17,232,925 17,604,026
Debt Charges
Debt Charges - Interest Payments
0 0 0 0 0 0
Amortization Expenses
Water Assets 1,817,264 1,853,609 1,890,681 1,928,495 1,967,065 2,006,406
Total Expenses 18,449,782 18,020,005 18,404,960 18,798,227 19,199,989 19,610,432
Annual Surplus/Deficit 2,282,736 2,246,391 2,333,643 2,423,585 2,516,291 2,611,838
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Statement of Cash Flow/Cash Receipts - Water
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Total Revenues 20,732,518 20,266,396 20,738,603 21,221,812 21,716,281 22,222,270
Cash Paid For
Operating Costs 16,632,518 16,166,396 16,514,278 16,869,732 17,232,925 17,604,026
Debt Repayment - Debt Interest 0 0 0 0 0 0
Cash Provided From Operating Transactions 4,100,000 4,100,000 4,224,325 4,352,080 4,483,356 4,618,244
Capital Transactions
Acquisition of TCA 4,100,000 4,100,000 4,100,000 4,100,000 4,100,000 4,100,000
Finance Transactions
Proceeds from Debt Issues 0 0 0 0 0 0
Proceeds from DCs 0 0 0 0 0 0
Proceeds from Other Sources 0 0 0 0 0 0
Debt Repayments - Principal 0 0 0 0 0 0
Increase/(Decrease) in Cash Equivalents
0 0 124,325 252,080 383,356 518,244
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning Balance 2,453,538 2,453,538 2,453,538 2,577,863 2,829,943 3,213,299
Cash and Cash Equivalents at Ending Balance 2,453,538 2,453,538 2,577,863 2,829,943 3,213,299 3,731,543
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Statement of Financial Position - Water
Financial Assets
Cash
Liabilities
Debt - Principal Outstanding
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
2,453,538 2,453,538 2,577,863 2,829,943 3,213,299 3,731,543
0 0 0 0 0 0
Net Financial Assets 2,453,538 2,453,538 2,577,863 2,829,943 3,213,299 3,731,543
Non -Financial Assets
Tangible Capital Assets 69,828,902 71,749,197 73,722,300 75,749,663 77,832,779 79,973,180
Cash as a % of Net Fixed Assets
3.5% 3.4%
3.5% 3.7%
4.1% 4.7%
Debt as a % of Net Fixed Assets
0.0% 0.0%
0.0% 0.0%
0.0% 0.0%
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PBD-2014-33
June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development
SUBJECT: PBD-2014-33
26T-11-2014-001
Southgate Estates Draft Plan of Subdivision
6690 Montrose Road
Owner: Fernando Pingue
Agent: Doug Darbyson, Darbyson Planning Associates
RECOMMENDATION
1. That the Southgate Estates Plan of Subdivision be draft approved subject to the
conditions in the attached Appendix "A".
2 That the Mayor or designate be authorized to sign the draft plan as "approved" 20
days after notice of Council's decision has been given as required by the Planning
Act, provided no appeals of the decision have been lodged.
3 That draft approval be given for three years, after which approval will lapse unless
an extension is requested by the developer and granted by Council.
4. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Subdivision Agreement
and any required documents to allow for the future registration of the subdivision
when all matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Fernando Pingue has applied to subdivide the lands known as 6690 Montrose Road into
30 lots for single detached dwellings, 5 lots for semi-detached dwellings (10 units in total),
and 1 block for stormwater management on a cul-de-sac. Planning Staff recommends the
application for the following reasons:
• The lands are designated Residential in the City's Official Plan. The proposed
subdivision is comprised of lots for single detached and semi-detached dwellings
which are the primary form of housing expected in the City;
•
The lands are zoned a site specific Residential Mixed (R3-972) zone in accordance
with the City's Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 2012-133. The
proposed lots conform with the Zoning By-law;
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Under special circumstances Fire Services will accept cul-de-sacs that exceed 150
. metres in length with additional fire safety measures. These measures incue
sprinklering all houses beyond the 150 metre point or an alternative fire safety
measure to the satisfaction of Fire Services; and
. Acoustic barriers, brick construction and air conditioners will ensure noise levels are
attenuated to within Ministry of the Environment standards.
A range of conditions of draft plan approval are recommended in accordance
with
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Regional and relevant agency standards. The conditions of approval
Appendix "A".
BACKGROUND
Proposal
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Land Uses
A vacant multi residential building is located on the subject lands.Approximately 2 hectares
(5 acres) of the property is covered in trees, however, these trees do not constitute a
significant woodland.
The abutting property to the north is a hydro corridor and further north are residential uses
(Bambi Estates Extension Subdivision). To the west are residential uses (Greenway
Estates Subdivision) and to the east is the Queen Elizabeth Way Highway (Q.E W )
Lands to the south are intended to be developed for industrial purposes. Some lands
contain active industrial uses, but others are under utilized.
Circulation Comments
• Regional Municipality of Niagara
No objections from a Regional and Provincial perspective, subject to meeting
the Regional conditions in Appendix 1 .
• Fire Services
Under special circumstances Fire Services will accept cul-de-sacs that
exceed 150 metres in length with additional fire safety measures. These
measures include sprinklering all houses beyond the 150 metre point or an
alternative fire safety measure to the satisfaction of Fire Services. A
condition to this effect has been included in Appendix 1.
• Municipal Works, Transportation Services, Parks Design, Enbridge, Bell Canada,
Canada Post, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
No objections. Requested conditions included in Appendix 1.
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ANALYSIS
1 . Official Plan
In 2012, Council adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 109, to change the
designation of the lands from Industrial to Residential. Residential lands are
intended to be developed with a variety of compatible housing forms to provide a
full range of housing opportunities to meet the needs of residents. Low density
forms of housing are expected to be the primary form. The proposed development
consists of lots for single detached and semi-detached dwellings. These forms of
low density housing are in keeping with the Residential policies.
According to the Official Plan, streets that terminate in a cul-de-sac are not normally
to extend beyond 150 metres. The proposed cul-de-sac is about 230 metres in
length. As the lands to the south are not designated for residential purposes it is
not possible to develop a crescent street which would provide a second means of
access to Montrose Road.
The City continues to receive subdivision applications that include excessively long
cul-de-sac streets contrary to the Official Plan. In some cases developers have
agreed to alter the design of their plans to reduce the length of these streets (i.e.
Deerfield Phase 10 Subdivision along Kalar Road, south of Lundy's Lane).
In preliminary discussions the developer was initially agreeable to a condition
requiring the installation of sprinklers in the 12 dwellings beyond 150 metres from
Montrose Road. His position on sprinkers recently changed. The Fire Department
would accept sprinkers or alternative fire protection measures that would allow for
firefighting should the long cul-de-sac be blocked. Although the sprinklering of
dwellings is not specified in the Official Plan, Ontario Building Code or Fire Code,
Fire Services is of the opinion that an additional level of protection is necessary to
ensure the safety of residents in the subdivision. It should be noted that Niagara-
on-the-Lake has either required houses to be sprinkered or alternative means of
addressing safety for streets longer than 90 metres. A condition to address this is
included in Appendix "A".
2. Zoning By-law
In 2012, Council changed the zoning of the subject lands from a site specific
Prestige Industrial zone (PI-527) to a site specific Residential Mixed (R3-972) zone,
in accordance with By-law No.2012-133. The current zoning provides appropriate
provisions for development of lots for single detached and semi-detached dwellings.
The R3-972 zone has two site specific regulations, namely a 14 metre setback for
all buildings and structures from QEW right of way (affecting Lots 17 and 18), and
a 20 metre setback for dwellings from the south property line (affecting lots 19 to 35
inclusive). The first regulation is the Ministry of Transportation's requirement, while
the second regulation is ensure a proper separation distance ,as mandated in the
Ministry of the Environment D-6 Guidelines, between residential uses and industrial
uses to the south. The affected lots have been appropriately sized to meet the site
specific zoning standards.
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3. Conditions of Approval
Due to the proximity of the development to the QEW and Montrose Road, the
applicant was required to submit a noise study with the application. The study
recommends the erection of an acoustic barrier between 2.2 metres and 4.5 metres
in height, upgraded building construction and central air conditioning for the lots in
proximity to the QEW. A 2.3 metre high acoustic barrier is recommended along the
side and rear lot lines of the lots in proximity to Montrose Road. A warning clause
regarding potential noise impacts is recommended to be registered on all the lots.
The Region has also requested a 2.3 metre high wood fence be erected adjacent
to the south lot line to screen the future residents from the industrial uses to the
south. Conditions have been included in Appendix "A" to ensure the necessary
fencing and acoustic barriers are provided.
The applicant submitted a tree preservation report with the application. This report
notes that the trees on the property are expected to be removed to accommodate
the development and recommends that native street trees be planted to
compensate for the loss of the trees. A condition has been added to this effect.
The balance of the conditions in Appendix"A"are standard conditions of subdivision
approval and include the dedication of cash-in-lieu of parkland, the dedication of
necessary road widenings and daylight triangles, provision of utilities to the
subdivision and the naming of the street (Marpin) to the satisfaction of the City.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The proposed development will generate development charge contributions and property
tax revenue for the City. There are no other financial implications.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The proposed subdivision complies with the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
• Schedule 1 - Location Map
• Schedule 2 - Subdivision Plan
• Appendix A - Conditions for Draft Plan Approval
Recommended by:
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development
Respectfully submitted:
Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer
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SCHEDULE 1
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APPENDIX A
Conditions for Draft Plan Approval
1. Approval applies to the Southgate Estates Draft Plan of Subdivision prepared by
Matthews, Cameron, Heywood - Kerry T. Howe Surveying Ltd.. dated October 21 .
2013, showing 30 lots for single detached dwellings, 5 lots for semi-detached
dwellings, 1 block for stormwater management purposes and 1 block for a road
widening.
2. The developer enter into a registered Subdivision Agreement with the City to satisfy
all requirements, financial and otherwise, related to the development of the land.
Note: Should any other body wish to have its conditions included in the Subdivision
Agreement, they may be required to become party to the Subdivision Agreement
for the purpose of enforcing such conditions.
3. The developer submit a Solicitor's Certificate of Ownership for the subdivision land
to the City Solicitor prior to the preparation of the Subdivision Agreement.
4. The subdivision be designed and constructed in accordance with City standards
which; in part, includes the following:
(a) roadways and sidewalks to municipal requirements;
(b) dedication of a 3 metre road widening along the frontage of Montrose Road
(Block 1 on the draft plan) as a public highway;
(c) dedication of daylighting triangles with 7 metre legs at the intersection of
Street A (Marpin Court) and Montrose Road;
(d) dedication of the road allowance to the City as public highway, with the road
allowance and turning bulb radius to the City's satisfaction, and the street
name (Marpin Court) to the City's satisfaction;
(e) provision of water distribution, sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems in
accordance with the City Engineering Standards Manual, as amended;
(f) dwellings to be installed with sump pumps, with discharges directed to the
storm sewer;
(g) provision of an overland stormwater flow route, designed and constructed in
accordance with the City Engineering Standards Manual as amended: and
(h) Lot grading design and construction in accordance with the City Engineering
Standards Manual as amended.
5. The developer submit a Geotechnical Report prepared by a Soils Consultant to the
satisfaction of Municipal Works.
6. That the Subdivision Agreement contain measures requiring that dwellings located
beyond the 150 metre distance from Montrose Road be sprinklered, or requiring the
implementation of alternative fire protection measures to the satisfaction of Fire
Services.
7. The developer demonstrate to Fire Services' satisfaction that adequate water supply
for fire fighting purposes is available and accessible with sufficient volume and flow
to facilitate fire fighting operations prior to obtaining Building Permits.
8. That the subdivision agreement include a condition identifying that parking is to be
restricted on the entire south side of Marpin Court, the north side of Marpin Court
from Montrose Road to a point 30 metros oast of Montrose Road, and the entire
extent of the turning basin of the cul-de-sac.
June 10, 2014 - 8 - PBD-2014-33
9. The developer submit servicing plans to Municipal Works and Fire Services for
review and approval.
10. The developer pay the Development Charges in force at the time of execution of the
Subdivision Agreement.
11 . The developer grant the City and public utility companies any easements required
to service the subdivision.
12. The developer provide tender documents and digital data in accordance with the
Niagara Peninsula Standard Contract Document format and Regional and City CAD
standards to be submitted to the City for compliance to current PSAB requirements.
13. The developer accommodate the provision of one boulevard tree per lot and two
boulevard trees per corner lot and pay to the City $300 per tree for this provision,
in accordance with the City policy.
14. The developer pay the required fees for Engineering Inspection and Administration
for the subdivision.
15. The developer pay the City cash-in-lieu of 5% parkland dedication as determined
by a qualified appraiser.
16. That, should the developer propose any landscaping, fencing or entry features, the
developer submit a landscape plan and details to the satisfaction of Parks Design.
17. That recommendations of the Tree Preservation Report submitted by the developer
be addressed to the satisfaction of Parks Design.
18. The developer provide three calculated plans and a letter prepared by an Ontario
Land Surveyor to Planning, Building & Development confirming that all lots and
blocks comply with the Zoning By-law.
19. The developer provide five copies of the pre-registration plan to Planning, Building
& Development and a letter stating how all the conditions imposed have been or are
to be fulfilled.
20. That the developer agree, in the subdivision agreement, in words satisfactory to Bell
Canada, to grant to Bell Canada any easements that may be required for
telecommunication services. Easements may be required subject to final servicing
decisions. In the event of any conflict with existing Bell Canada facilities or
easements, the developer shall be responsible for the relocation of such facilities
or easements.
21 . That the developer provide Bell Canada the necessary conduits of sufficient size
from each unit to the room(s) in which the telecommunication facilities are situated
and one or more conduits from the room(s) in which telecommunication facilities are
located to the street line.
22. That a Community Mail Box (CMB) be located next to the rear of lot 1, facing west,
or in an alternative location if determined by Canada Post, and that the developer
identify this site on a display in the sales office prior to offering any units for sale.
June 10, 2014 - 9
PBD-2014-33
23. The developer include in all offers of purchase and sale, a statement that advises
the prospective purchasers that mail will be delivered via a Community Mail Box
(CMB). The developer will be responsible for officially notifying affected
homeowners of any established easements granted to Canada Post to permit
access to the CMB.
24. The developer satisfy all requirements of Canada Post regarding concrete pads for
CMBs, temporary CMBs, walkways to CMBs, curb depressions for wheelchair
access, timing of construction and identification of CMBs and related works on
engineering servicing drawings.
25. The following wording be added to the subdivision agreement:
"Fernando Pingue covenants and agrees to provide the City of Niagara Falls with
evidence that satisfactory arrangements, financial or otherwise, have been made
with Canada Post Corporation for the installation of Community Mail Boxes (CMB)
as required by Canada Post Corporation and as shown on the approved
engineering design drawings/draft plan, at the time of sidewalk and/or curb
installation. The developer further covenants and agrees to provide notice to
prospective purchasers of the locations of CMBs and that home/business mail
delivery will be provided via CMB, provided Fernando Pingue has paid for the
activation and equipment installation of the CMBs."
26. The developer salsify the requirements of Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. with
respect to service and meter installation details, installation of gas piping prior to
commencement of landscaping and paving and any necessary relocation of gas
mains or installation of temporary gas pipes.
27. The developer grade all streets to final elevation prior to installation of the gas lines
and provide Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. with the necessary field survey
information and all approved municipal road cross sections, identifying all utility
locations, prior to the installation of gas piping.
28. The developer provide Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc.with the necessary easements
to replace the existing easement located on the land, and if any gas lines need to
be installed outside of the proposed road allowances.
29. That a lot grading and drainage plan, showing existing and final grades, be
submitted to Hydro One Networks Inc. (HONI) for review and approval. Drainage
must be controlled and directed away from the hydro transmission corridor.
30. That the developer install temporary fencing prior to the start of construction and
permanent fencing along the boundary of the abutting HONI transmission corridor,
both at the developer's expense and to the specifications and satisfaction of HONI.
31. Immediately following notice of draft plan modification, the developer submit a letter
to Hydro One acknowledging: I) that the abutting transmission corridor is not to be
used without express written permission of Hydro One; ii) that during construction,
there will be no storage of materials or mounding of earth or other debris on the
transmission corridor; and iii)the developer will be responsible for restoration of any
damage to the transmission corridor or facilities thereon resulting from construction
of the development. Furthermore, the costs of any relocations or revisions to Hydro
One facilities which are necessary to accommodate this subdivision will be borne
by the developer.
June 10, 2014 - 10 - PBD-2014-33
32. Should any access or road crossing be necessary on the HONI transmission
corridor for the construction of the subdivision, that the developer make the
necessary legal arrangements to the satisfaction of HONI and/or Ontario
Infrastructure and Lands Corporation.
Note: The transmission lines abutting this subdivision operate at 500,000, 230,000
or 115,000 volts. Section 186 — Proximity — of the Regulations for Construction
Projects in the Occupational Health and Safety Act, require that no object be
brought closer than 6 metres (20 feet) to an energized 500 kV conductor. The
distance for 230 kV conductors is 4.5 metres (15 feet), and for 115 kV conductors
it is 3 metres (10 feet). It is the proponent's responsibility to be aware, and to make
all personnel on site aware, that all equipment and personnel must come no closer
than the distance specified in the Act. They should also be aware that the
conductors can raise and lower without warning, depending on the electrical
demand placed on the line.
33. Following completion of any site remediation, if required, the Owner file a Record
of Site Condition (RSC) on the Ministry of the Environment's Brownfields
Environmental Site Registry in accordance with Ontario Regulation 153/04, as
amended by Ontario Regulation 511/09, and that the Owner provide a copy of the
Ministry of the Environment's written acknowledgement of the filing of the RSC to
the Niagara Region Planning and Development Services Department(Development
Services Division).
34. The subdivision agreement between the Owner and the City contain provisions
whereby the Owner agrees to implement the recommendations outlined in the Noise
Feasibility Study, prepared by Howe Gastmeier Chapnik (HGC) Engineering and
dated September 3, 2013 (revised May 20, 2014), as reviewed and approved by the
Region of Niagara, including but not limited to:
a. Construction of the specified acoustic barriers:
b. Installation of specified ventilation requirements;
c. Upgraded building facade construction;
d. Inclusion of Warning Clauses in all Offers of Agreements of Purchase and
Sale or Lease;
e. Receipt of confirmation from a Professional Engineer qualified to provide
acoustical engineering services in the Province of Ontario that:
(i) The noise control measures have been incorporated into the floor and
elevation plans for Building Permit issuance;
(1) The noise control measures have been property constructed and comply
with the Ministry of the Environment noise criteria.
35. The subdivision agreement between the Owner and the City contain a provision
requiring the installation of 2.3 metre high solid fencing along the south lot line of
lots 21 to 34. inclusive.
June 10, 2014 - 11 - PBD-2014-33
36. The owner dedicate, free and clear of mortgages, liens and other encumbrances, and
agree to pay for all associated costs related to a 3.0 metre road widening to the
Regional Municipality of Niagara along the frontage of Regional Road 98.
37. The owner dedicate free and clear of mortgages, liens and other encumbrances, and
agree to pay for all associated cost related to a 4.5 x 4.5 metre daylighting triangle
at the corner of Regional Road 98 and the proposed street.
38. The owner deed a 0.3 metre reserve to the Regional Municipality of Niagara along
Lots 1 and 35, abutting Regional Road 98.
39. Prior to any construction taking place within the Regional road allowance, the owner
shall obtain a Regional Construction Encroachment and/or Entrance Permit.
Applications must be made through the Permits Section of the Niagara Region
Public Works Department (Transportation Services Division).
40. The owner provide a letter of credit, or an acceptable alternative, and enter into a
legal agreement for the water and wastewater portion of the Regional Development
Charges within 12 months of this modification for the portion of the draft approved
plan for which Ministry of the Environment servicing approvals have not been
issued, unless evidence of a complete Ministry of the Environment application for
servicing has been received by the Region within this time, to the satisfaction of the
Niagara Region Planning and Development Services Department (Development
Services Division).
41 . Prior to final approval for registration of this plan of subdivision, the owner shall
submit the design drawings, with calculations, for the sanitary and storm drainage
systems required to service this development and obtain Ministry of the Environment
Compliance Approval under the Transfer of Review Program.
Note: Under the Ministry of Environment Transfer of Review Program, general
sanitary and storm systems are reviewed. Any specialized systems and/or
stormwater management will require direct application to the MOE office in Toronto.
Please note that any additional approvals required from any other agency (NEC,
NPCA. MTO. etc.) as part of the application must be obtained prior to submission
of the ECA application. The developer should discuss any items with an
engineering consultant.
42. That detailed drawings showing the proposed lateral connections to the local
infrastructure be submitted to the Niagara Region Planning and Development
Services Department (Development Services Division) for review and approval to
ensure the protection of the Regional infrastructure
43. Prior to approval of the final plan or any on-site grading, the owner shall submit an
updated stormwater management plan and report for the subdivision and the
following plans designed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer in
accordance with the Ministry of the Environment documents entitled Stormwater
Management Planning and Design Manual, March 2003 and Stormwater Quality
Guidelines for New Development, May 1991, or their successors to the Niagara
Peninsula Conservation Authority for review and approval, with a copy provided to
the Niagara Region Planning and Development Services Department(Development
Services Division):
June 10, 2014 - 12 - PBD-2014-33
a. Detailed lot grading and drainage, storm servicing, and stormwater
management plans, noting both existing and proposed grades and the
means whereby overland flows will be accommodated across the site; and,
b. Detailed construction erosion control plans.
Note: The Regional Municipality of Niagara may request the Niagara Peninsula
Conservation Authority to review the plans on the Region's behalf and to submit
comments to the Niagara Region Planning and Development Services Department
(Development Services Division) regarding the approval of these plans and the
subsequent clearance of related conditions by the Development Services Division.
Please also note that NPCA's fee for review of stormwater management plans is in
addition to the Regional Municipality of Niagara's final clearance fee.
44. That the subdivision agreement between the owner and the City contain a provision
whereby the owner agrees to obtain a certificate from an Ontario Land Surveyor
stating that all existing and new survey evidence is in place at the completion of the
development.
Notes to Regional Conditions:
a. Prior to granting final plan approval, the City must be in receipt of written
confirmation that the requirements of each condition have been met and all
fees have been paid to the satisfaction of the Niagara Region.
b. Prior to final approval for registration, a copy of the executed subdivision
agreement for the proposed development should be submitted to the
Niagara Region Planning and Development Services Department
(Development Services Division) for verification that the appropriate clauses
pertaining to any of these conditions have been included.
Note: The Niagara Region Planning and Development Services Department
(Development Services Division) recommends that a copy of the draft
agreement also be provided in order to allow for the incorporation of any
necessary revisions prior to execution.
c. As required as part of the following Conditions of Approval, the format for all
drawings, studies and reports to be submitted to the Niagara Region
Planning and Development Services Department (Development Services
Division) shall be two hard copies and a PDF digital copy.
45. That the developer submit to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation for their review
and approval, a stormwater management report indicating the intended treatment
of the calculated runoff and the impacts of drainage on the QEW right-of-way.
46. That the developer submit detailed grading, storm servicing, stormwater
management, and construction erosion control drawings to the Niagara Peninsula
Conservation Authority (NPCA) for review and approval.
47. That the developer submit an updated stormwater management report to the NPCA
for review and approval.
June 10, 2014 - 13 - PBD-2014-33
Clearance of Conditions
Prior to granting approval to the final plan, Planning & Development requires written notice
from applicable City Divisions and the following agencies indicating that their respective
conditions have been satisfied:
Bell Canada for Conditions 20 and 21
Canada Post for Conditions 22 to 25 inclusive
Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. for Conditions 26 to 28 inclusive
Hydro One Networks Inc. (HONI) for Conditions 29 to 32 inclusive
Regional Municipality of Niagara for Conditions 33 to 44 inclusive
Ontario Ministry of Transportation for Condition 45
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority for Conditions 46 and 47
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APPROVED
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REVENUES
$ 55,000 Levy
$55,000 TOTAL
EXPENDITURES
$ 25,000 Contribution to City (third of four) purchase and demolition of
Serbian Hall property for Farmers' Market
$ 3,000 Auditor
$ 2,000 Directors' Insurance
$ 25,000 Beautification: Includes Christmas decorations and associated
storage, hanging baskets and planters, additional plantings in
the curbside beds
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Dean lorfida
City Clerk
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls. Ontario
L2E 6X5
Request to Council for temporary use of City owned land (Promenade) on Victoria Avenue, in Niagara Falls.
Dear Mr. lorfida,
The Victoria/Centre BIA is requesting the temporary use of City owned land; on the north-easterly side, and south-
easterly side of Victoria Avenue — see street diagram below.
The land, known as the Promenade, formerly the railway line; would be used to compliment. and facilitate a safe
pedestrian viewing area for The Niagara Summer of Thrills Experience. Tentatively scheduled to begin June 27.
2014; thru to September 1, 2014, the event will showcase two major thrill acts, with four shows daily five days per
week; for approximately ten weeks —see weekly schedule below.
The 'Motorcycle on a High Wire", Thrill Act#1 positioned on the North-westerly side of Victoria Avenue, will be
elevated between Tussaud's billboard sign, and the top of the Days Inn, approximately 330 foot span. on an
incline.
The "Wheel of Destiny". Thrill Act#2; on the South-westerly side of Victoria Avenue, will be elevated on the 10
storey Imperial Hotel.
In addition to the two major thrill acts, professional street performers will complement the event by further
animating the street at strategically schedule times, before the four major performances
Each thrill show will start off on the Promenade, with a Professional Street Performer gathering a crowd. The Street
Performer will perform for 20 to 30 minutes, and at the end of his performance, will draw the crowd's attention to the
major thrill acts across the street, on private property.
The total daily time use of the Promenade would be 1 hour, and 20 minutes (2 shows; 40 minutes each).
The Victoria/Centre BIA would also have the City of Niagara Falls, listed on the insurance policy, as is customary for
City wide events.
Should you have any further questions or concerns regarding this proposed event, please feel free to contact me at
905-357-8646.
Sincerely,
Vince Ferro,
Victoria Centre BIA Events
Cell: 905-357-8646 Fax:905-354-6127 Email: vfarrro(thcogeco.net
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Street Performers 16:00 16:00 16:00 No No 16.00 16:00
Thrill Act# 2 16:30 16:30 16:30 Show Show 16:30 16:30
Street Performers 18:00 18:00 18:00 No No 18:00 18:00
Thrill Act# 1 18:30 18:30 18:30 Show Show 18:30 18:30
Street Performers 20:00 20:00 20:00 No No 20:00 20:00 -
Thrill Act # 2 20:30 20:30 20:30 Show Show 20:30 20:30
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Velo Québec
VOYAGES
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Montreal, June 3rd 2014
Mayor Mr. James M. (Jim) Diodati
Members of City Council
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 6X5
PURPOSE: Authorization for the Grand Tour Desjardins at the St-Paul Catholic High School
and the Firemen's Park, August 5 to 8, 2014
Introduction: Event Profile
The Grand Tour Desjardins is a veritable happening with 1800 cyclists and 250 (staff and
volunteers) during one week. The basic pattem is that every evening, we stop in a different
municipality where we set up a Village on grounds belonging to a school or college or some
other institution. The package includes camping accommodations, meals, luggage
transportation, emergency mechanical repairs, and on-site entertainment, afternoons and
evenings.
Teamwork
Passage of the Grand Tour Desjardins mostly relies on a synergy between municipalities, their
institutions, their chambers of commerce and their tourist organizations. It is in this spirit that the
organization of the Grand Tour Desjardins wants to collaborate with representatives of each
party. To provide the services we want our participants according to our quality standards, Velo
Québec as some authorizations to ask to the council.
1. The Grand Tour Village and some of its services such as the Bistro. We have several
entertainment normally ends at 11:00 pm. So we would ask an extension of the noise by
law from 9 to 11 pm (August 6 and 7, 2014) at St-Paul Catholic High School ;
2. We would like to be relief from paying building permit application fee for the Bistro and
food service tent (at St-paul Catholic High School). Respectively 60'x60' and 60'x100'.
ASSOCIATION E D I T I O N E, EVENEMENTS VOYAGES
1251. rue Rachel Est, Montréal (QC) H2J 2J9 Canada Tel.: 514 521-8356 Telec :514 521-5711 www.velo.qc.ca
Montreal, June 3rd 2014
Mayor James M. (Jim) Diodati (page 2)
Members of City Council
3. We would like to relief from the sign by law to place our temporary route signs on city
poles along the route being taken through the city. We want to use street fixtures (posts,
trees, fences, lamp posts) to hang our 1.5' X 2' coroplast signs as we shown at the last
meeting in May. Signs are installed the day before the Grand Tour arrives and removed
on the day of departure.
It is with great enthusiasm that the Grand Tour's team wishes to join forces with the people of
Niagara Falls. We hope that the experience of welcoming the Grand Tour Desjardins in Niagara
Falls will be most positive for all the community and it is in the same spirit that we wish to
establish the foundations of our collaboration. We thank you for your invaluable cooperation.
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Events Coordinator
CC Mr. Serge Feliceti, Director of Business Development, City of Niagara Falls
Mr. Dean lorfida, City Clerk, City of Niagara Falls
Mrs. Kathy Livinski, Manager- Facilities, NCDSB
Mrs. Susan Morin, Tourism Niagara
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Niagara ails June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Finance
SUBJECT: F-2014-28
Low Income Seniors' Water and Property Tax Rebate
RECOMMENDATION
For the information of Council.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report is being provided regarding the annual Low Income Seniors'Water Rebate and
the Low Income Seniors' Property Tax Rebate program. Included in the 2014 Utility
Budget and Operating Budgets are amounts of $65,000 (water) and $16,000 (tax). Staff
are providing this report to identify for Council that the applications for both rebate
programs will be available July 2, 2014 and similar to last year, the application period will
end October 31, 2014. Applications for both rebates are available at City Hall or on-line.
BACKGROUND
Included in the 2014 Municipal Utility Budget, is an amount for the Low Income Seniors'
Water Rebate for the 2014 year. This rebate provides qualifying seniors a rebate of$100.
To qualify for this rebate, a senior must have a municipal water account with the City of
Niagara Falls and be a recipient of the Guaranteed Income Supplement. The purpose of
the grant is to offset some of the increases in water and wastewater charges. Similarly, in
2011 . Council approved a low income seniors' property tax rebate.
Qualified applicants for the Property Tax Grant would be any property owner who receives
the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement, owns a primary resident in Niagara Falls and
is a senior.
City staff will take applications from residents that may qualify for either program starting
July 2, 2014. Applications are available at City Hall and at the customer service office at
the MacBain Centre. The City will be notifying the general public through the upcoming
water and sewer bills, as well as through newspaper advertising.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The budget impacts of each program is different. The Low Income Senior's Water Rebate
impacts the Municipal Utility Budget and the expenditure is included in the rates to all
users. The budget expenditure included in the 2014 Utility budget is $65,000. In 2013 the
cost was $43,000.
Alternatively, the Low Income Property Tax Rebate impacts the General Purposes Budget.
I he cost in 2013 was $16,920.
June 10, 2014 - 2 - F-2014-28
Recommended by: �/�.'�'.' . .c-� � "� � -�-�-
Todd Harrison, Dire4tor of Finance
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Respectfully submitted:
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Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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NiagaraJtlls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Finance
SUBJECT: F-2014-29
2014 Schedule of Fees for Services
RECOMMENDATION
That the Schedule of Fees as presented in the attached schedule, be approved effective
July 1. 2014.
BACKGROUND
The City has a significant number of user fees that are-charged for the delivery of services.
The fees are reviewed regularly to ensure that the amount charged are reflective of the
objectives of the division and corporation. The attached list of fees require Council
approval. The effective date of the new fees will be July 1 , 2014, except where otherwise
applicable. The new booklet will reflect the new building permit fees and cemetery fees
previously approved in separate presentations to Council.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
User fees provide approximately 5% of the annual revenues generated by the City and
offer an opportunity for the City to offset operating costs without tax increases.
The 2014 user fee booklet is being compiled and will be published by the Finance Division.
Changes in respect to the individual user fees for 2015 will be considered as an integral
part of the 2015 Budget process.
As per the Municipal Act, 2001 , a copy of the Schedule of Fees booklet will be available
for public inspection.
ATTACHMENTS
Schedule of Fees - July 1 , 2014
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' lam.
Recommended by: y�=
Todd Harrison-, Director of Finance
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Respectfully submitted:
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
FS-2014-01
NiagarapaIIs June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: His Worship Mayor Jim Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Fire Department
SUBJECT: FS-2014-01
Regional Fire Investigation Tracking Database
RECOMMENDATION
That Council authorizes the Fire Chief to execute the multi-lateral agreement between the
Region of Niagara and the other lower-tier municipal partners in Niagara for the purpose
of sharing access to the Fire Investigation Tracking Application (database) that has been
developed by the Region of Niagara.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The 12 fire services in Niagara Region wish to share access to a fire cause and origin
database application developed and provided by the Niagara Region. Such a database
will be helpful in tracking fire trends and in particular, may assist in identifying
commonalities for deliberately set fires that occur in multiple municipalities. Arson fires are
on the rise in some municipalities and this application will give the regional fire services
another tool to identify these occurrences and to develop strategies to prevent them.
Niagara Region requires the execution of a formal agreement to specify the conditions
under which the database will be maintained by the Region and the responsibility for the
data stores in the database. All cost for the database will be undertaken by the Region.
BACKGROUND
The Niagara Regional Fire Chiefs Association (The Association) is comprised of Fire Chief
and Deputy Fire Chief representatives from all 12 lower-tier municipalities in the Niagara
Region.
Each municipality is responsible for the provision of fire protection services in their
municipality in accordance with their municipality's"needs and circumstances"as stipulated
in the Fire Protection and Prevention Act (The Act). Each municipal fire department is
required by The Actto investigate and report to the Province every fire, including the cause
and origin of that fire.
In 2012, The Association requested the Region to develop a shared database where
information on fires could be stored and analyzed. The Region's information Technology
Department agreed to host a database application that would satisfy this need. This
database has since been developed by the Region's Information Technology staff.
June 10, 2014 - 2 - FS-2014-01
The Region requires that each user of the database execute an Agreement, primarily to
define the terms of use of the database and to assign responsibility for the information
contained therein.
ANALYSIS
It has been noticed by the Fire Chiefs in Niagara that trends in the cause and origin of fires
are not confined by municipal borders. This is also the case for deliberately set (Arson)
fires. Awareness of these trends can be valuable information in developing strategies to
lower the incidence of all fires. Information can also assist in identifying cases of arson
and in catching perpetrators.
The Region has agreed to develop and cover the cost of providing access to a shared
database application for tracking fire statistics. The Region possesses the expertise and
existing software platforms to deliver and support the database application. Access to the
database will be through internet portal.
A number of years ago. the Niagara Region agreed, though the Regional Fire
Coordinator's position, to assist lower-tier municipalities in coordinating some fire
protection activities where there was a clear common benefit to doing so. Although this
assistance is very modest in scope and cost, opportunities such as development of this
shared database are perfect examples of the level of cooperation between all
municipalities in the Niagara Region, in this case for public safety.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The Regional Municipality of Niagara will be financially responsible for development,
maintenance, technical support and training of Fire Services staff and ongoing software
costs. These costs are stipulated at$5,500 in the first year and $4,000 annually thereafter.
Local fire service personnel will be responsible for populating and retrieving information
from the data base. Other than staff time to enter and analyze data, there will be no direct
financial cost to the City of Niagara Falls.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The agreement will assist the municipalities in identifying fire trends, including arson fires,
to develop strategies to prevent them and contribute to a healthy and safe community.
Recommended by: r
Lee Smith, Fire Chief
Respectfully submitted:
en Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
L. Smith tc
MW-2014-17
Niav ✓ ('.{N 4UA araFa1ls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works
SUBJECT: MW-2014-17
George Bukator Park - Information Update
RECOMMENDATION
1. That this report be received for information.
2. That the proposed improvements at George Bukator Park be referred to future
Capital and Operating budgets for consideration.
3. That City staff be directed to assist the Niagara Falls Rowing Club to develop a
business plan to locate its facility a George Bukator Park.
4. That City staff pursue (both monetary and/or in-kind funding) partnerships to
achieve the proposed improvements to George Bukator Park.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Situated along the north bank of the Welland River between Stanley Avenue and the
Ontario Hydro Canal, George Bukator park is 10.88ha (26.88 acres) in size. The park
provides a service to the public as one of only a few public accesses to the Welland River
Waterfront.
George Bukator Park continues to experience negative issues with respect to; motorized
vehicle trespass, illicit after-hours activities and illegal dumping. Over the years, City staff
have completed improvements to help mitigate the negative issues. Staff are proposing
future additional investments into the George Bukator Park to encourage more positive
public use and deter the negative actions of some people. Funding for any proposed
improvements will be submitted for consideration in future annual capital budget
deliberations.
Staff will continue to pursue partnership opportunities (like the Niagara Falls Rowing Club
and the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority) to assist in achieving needed
improvements at George Bukator Park.
June 10, 2014 Page 2 MW-2014-17
BACKGROUND
History
Originally known as the Welland River Park, Niagara Falls City Council on July 30`h 1984
dedicated the land as George Bukator Park. This dedication was in honour of his 35 years
of community service that included; Reeve of Chippawa (1949-1958), Niagara Falls MPP
(1958-1971) and Mayor of Niagara Falls (1973 -1978). This park was primarily selected
due to George Bukator's work in preserving waterways and their shores.
Extending from Stanley Avenue (on the east) to the Ontario Hydro Canal (on the west)
George Bukator Park contains 10.88ha (26.88 acres) of parkland. Within George Bukator
Park, there is a great wealth of natural heritage. The City of Niagara Falls Official Plan has
the park designated as an Environmental Protection area. Furthermore the park is also
host to significant wetlands. See attachment #1. A 2013 visit to the forested portions of
George Bukator Park by the Niagara Falls Nature Club found excellent bio-diversity.
Use and Issues
George Bukator Park has been a popular recreational spot for residents over the years.
These recreational activities have included; hiking, bird watching, fishing and picnicking.
The park offers some low sloping shorelines in which people have used to launch their
small pleasure boats. Another activity that should not be overlooked is that the 3 existing
park parking lots are used as a lunch time relaxation space for area employees.
George Bukator Park continues to this day to experience longstanding activities that are
in contravention with the City of Niagara Falls Parks By-law (No. 71-57 as amended).
These activities include;ATV use, motorcycle use, bonfires,waste dumping and illicit after-
hours activities. Shoreline erosion is another issue being experienced at the park.
Over the years City staff have made efforts to control access to the park from motorized
vehicles. Armourstone and precast concrete New Jersey barriers have be placed
throughout the park. The last of these measures were placed in the winter of 2009. These
barriers have had some success in limiting some truck and car access. Unfortunately
controlling ATV and motorcycle access has been much more difficult with only the areas
where barriers are continuous (with no significant gaps) have barriers worked.
In addition to the site access controls, a number of small parking areas have been
removed. This has helped to limit access into the park for unwanted activities, but has not
done much to address the overall issues due to easy after-hours access to the remaining
parking lots. City staff have contracted private security companies to patrol George
Bukator park for numerous years. The security contractors have had some success in
breaking up occasional bonfires and other after-hours gatherings but has done little to
address the big issue of illegal dumping. The materials dumped in the park are typically
household garbage and construction debris. In most years the cost of cleaning up the
illegal dumping is approximately $35,000. Additional costs for security patrols average
approximately $6,000 annually.
The issue of shoreline erosion requires some attention at George Bukator Park. Much of
the erosion is due to lack of proper vegetation along the waterfront. This is also
compounded by the rutting and damage caused by motorized vehicles.
June 10, 2014 Page 3 MW-2014-17
OPG Licence Agreement
City owned parcels comprise approximately 2% with 0.21 hectares (.51 acres) and the
remaining 98% of ownership with Ontario Power Generation (OPG). See Attachment#2.
Historically the City has licenced the OPG owned property for public use.
In 2007 Niagara Falls City Council renewed the Licence Agreement with OPG for an
additional 10yrs (R-2007-28 George Bukator Park Agreement & Park Location.) This
report also explored the possibility of not renewing the licence and renaming another park
in Chippawa as George Bukator Park. Much of the negative issues and positive benefits
of George Bukator Park that are discussed earlier in this report were also weighed in the
2007 Staff report.
The current licence agreement has an expiry date of June 1, 2017.
Niagara Falls Rowing Club
In July of 2013, City staff were approached by Mr. Anthony Arcuri regarding the possibility
of locating the newly formed Niagara Falls Rowing Club to George Bukator Park. The
Niagara Falls Rowing Club currently operates from a private residence along the Lyons
Creek and publicly accessible purpose designed facility is needed to sustain and grow the
club. City staff will continue to work with Mr. Arcuri to refine his proposal for the rowing
facility. Once outstanding details have been worked out in his proposal, staff will bring
forward a separate report to City Council on this matter for consideration.
A.N. Myer Cleanup
42 A.N. Myer students conducted a cleanup at George Bukator Park as a DECA Creative
Marketing Project on October 19, 2013. The cleanup was successful in making the park
much more attractive as well as drawing public attention to the issue of illegal dumping in
George Bukator Park.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
City Staff have recently completed an assessment of improvements needed at George
Bukator Park utilizing good park design practices as well as CPTED principles. We found
that to better address the negative issues while maintain the important functions of Geoge
Bukator Park the improvements would need to accomplish the following:
• Promote positive public use of the Park. Create a more enjoyable space that looks
attractive provided needed public access to the Welland River. The more people
using the park positively will encourage negative uses to be reduced.
• Control access to the park. Keep unwanted vehicles out of the natural areas and
promote a pedestrian friendly natural environment on hiking trails. Reduce the
opportunity for after-hours access to the park.
• Encourage public stewardship of George Bukator Park. Provide information on the
special natural features associated with the park as well as the great things you can
do at the park.
• Undertake initiatives to ensure the natural environment is sustainable.
June 10, 2014 Page 4 MW-2014-17
With the above design objectives in mind, City staff have outlined the some specific short-
term and long-term tasks to improve George Bukator Park.
Short-Term (See attachment #3.)
• Provide a continuous vehicular barrier (approximately 3.0km long) that would
address ATVs and motorcycles. This would most likely be wood rail fence or post
and cable highway barrier. (The anticipated cost is $144,000.)
• Reduce the number of parking lots from 3 to 2. The 2 lots that would remain will be
the main parking lot to the east and the west parking lot (boat launch.) These
remaining parking lots would receive gates to help control access. (The anticipated
cost is $24,000.)
• Restore eroded shoreline areas as well as closed parking lots with appropriate
native trees and shrubs. This work could be assisted by the Niagara Peninsula
Conservation Authority. (The anticipated cost is $11,000.)
• Explore the possibility of the proposed Niagara Falls Rowing Club facility. This
facility has the potential to bring a good deal positive public use to the park.
(Funding issues will be will be addressed in a future proposal.)
• Improve signage on-site (and possibly on the City's website) to educate the public
about George Bukator Park. (The anticipated cost is $3,000.)
• Review the existing dirt hiking trails and make improvements where needed to
enhance public enjoyment and safety. (The anticipated cost is $8,000.)
Long-Term
• Integrate George Bukator Park into the larger trail system for the City in keeping
with the spirit of the Trails and Bikeway Master Plan. (The costing would need to
be determined.)
• Explore opportunities to integrate George Bukator Park into the future development
of the neighbouring Thundering Waters Area. (The costing would need to be
determined.)
• Establish additional waterfront enhancements to improve public access to the water
for boating and public enjoyment. (The costing would need to be determined.)
At its meeting on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 the Recreation Committee supported the
recommendations set out in this report.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The 2014 Capital Budget does not include funding for improvements to George Bukator
Park. Any funding requests will be brought forward for Council's consideration through
future annual capital budget deliberations. Staff will continue to work with possible funding
partnerships to improve George Bukator Park.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Promote awareness and opportunities for active living by:
• Continuing to implement the recommendations from the 2007 Strategic Plan for the
Provision of Parks, Recreation, Arts, and Culture.
• Providing accessible recreational facilities and green space for Niagara Falls
residents.
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LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
1 . George Bukator Park Environmental Features Map
2. George Bukator Park Land Ownership Map
3. Proposed Short Term Improvements Concept Plan
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Niagara/a/4 June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works
SUBJECT: MW-2014-25
Huron Street Sewer Separation, Watermain Replacement and
Road Reconstruction Project — Additional Funds
Project File #329-13
RECOMMENDATION
1. That $16,500 in additional funds required to retain AMEC Earth and Environmental
(AMEC) to complete a Hydrogeological Assessment in support of a Permit to Take
Water (PTTW) from the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) be approved; and
2. That the 2014 Capital Budget be amended to reflect the additional costs associated
with the completion of this project.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This project is part of the City's Combined Sewer Separation Program and is part of the
approved 2014 Capital Projects Budget. The project will include the decommissioning of
the combined sewer. design of a new trunk storm sewer, as well as watermain
replacement and full road reconstruction. Kerry T. Howe Engineering Limited (KTH) was
assigned the design of the infrastructure, and subsequently retained AMEC Earth and
Environmental (AMEC) as a sub-consultant to complete the Geotechnical Investigation.
The combined budget for the design and geotechnical works is $68,000. The budget did
not include costs for a Hydrogeological Assessment.
Groundwater elevations observed during the Geotechnical Investigation indicate that a
Hydrogeological Assessment is required due to the recorded groundwater level in relation
to the expected depth of the storm sewer invert. The Ministry of the Environment (MOE)
requires a Permit to Take Water (PTTW) for groundwater takings in excess of 50,000
L/day. Subsequently, AMEC provided a proposal to complete the Hydrogeological
Assessment, provide recommendations for groundwater disposal, and complete the
PTTW application. It is recommended that $16,500 in additional funds be awarded to
retain AMEC, through the City's Consultant KTH, to complete the Hydrogeological
Assessment in support of a PTTW.
June 10, 2014 - 2 - MW-2014-25
BACKGROUND
In 2008, Huron Street was reconstructed from Victoria Avenue to First Avenue. The
reconstruction included the separation of the combined sewer, installation of a new trunk
storm sewer, repurposing of the existing combined sewer into a dedicated sanitary sewer,
replacement of the existing cast iron watermain with a new polyvinyl chloride pipe, and full
road reconstruction. As part of the 2008 works, an 825mm concrete storm sewer stub was
provided at First Avenue. The current Huron Street Project will extend the trunk storm
sewer from First Avenue to Fourth Avenue. The invert of the concrete storm sewer stub is
174.8m, or approximately 5.6m below ground. Excavation for the storm sewer is
expected to exceed 6m.
AMEC is completing a Geotechnical Investigation on Huron Street from First Avenue to
Fourth Avenue. As part of the Geotechnical Investigation, groundwater levels were
recorded in the boreholes at an elevation above the expected storm sewer invert. The
anticipated groundwater pumping requirements may result in the need for a PTTW. The
MOE requires a PTTW when excess of 50,000 L/day of groundwater is pumped from a
single location. A PTTW cannot be obtained without the completion of a supporting
Hydrogeological Assessment.
The proposed Hydrogeological Assessment will include a desktop review of available
hydrogeological records, the installation of groundwater monitoring wells and sampling,
construction dewatering requirements, recommendations for mitigation and on-going
monitoring, and recommendations for groundwater disposal. The proposal did not include
a cost for removal of the monitoring wells or for the groundwater monitoring during and
after construction. It is anticipated that the wells could be placed so that they may be
utilized for on-going monitoring. Cost estimates for during and after construction
monitoring will be included with the construction budget. The proposed fees for the
Hydrogeological Assessment and preparation of the PTTW application and supporting
documentation are $12,000.
The proposed Hydrogeological Assessment did not include a cost for a detailed analysis
on the potential for impacts to existing structures from consolidation settlements related
to construction dewatering. It is not anticipated that a more detailed analysis will be
necessary; however, if the potential for relatively large settlements is indicated from
analysis of the encountered soil conditions and/or the presence of nearby settlement
sensitive structures, then a more detailed analysis may be required for a fee of $1,500.
The proposed Hydrogeological Assessment included the completion of the PTTW
application form and the required supporting documentation but did not include the MOE
application processing fee. Assuming a Category 3 permit is required, the application fee
is $3,000.
June 10, 2014 - 3 - MW-2014-25
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The Hydrogeological Assessment will be issued with the tender to provide bidding
Contractor's with a means of bidding construction dewatering requirements, trench
support and disposal fees. Failure to identify dewatering requirements in advance of
tender and construction may have potential health and safety, schedule and financial
repercussions. Failure to obtain a PTTW, where one is later deemed necessary, could
result in costly fines, work stoppages and/or claims.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
This project was approved in the 2014 Capital Budget for an expenditure of $68,000. As
outlined earlier in the report, the project requires additional work be completed. This
requires an additional expenditure of$16,500. The funding source for the expanded work
plan will be derived from the Sewer Capital Reserve. The Capital Budget Sheet has been
amended to show both the increase in expenditure and funding.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Implementation of this Capital Project meets the intent of Council's Strategic Priorities to
establish infrastructure investment priorities, and to strengthen and promote economic
development within the City.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
1. Location Map - Huron Street from First Avenue to Fourth Avenue
2. Revised 2014 Capital Budget Worksheet
Recommended by:
Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works
Respectfully submitted:
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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Project Name Huron Street Sewer Separation Included in 10 year n
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Project Description Huron Street from First Avenue to Fourth Avenue
Sewer Separation.Watermain Replacement and Road Reconstruction
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Niagarafalls June 10`h, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works
SUBJECT: MW-2014-26
Willoughby Drive (Charles Ruch) Bridge Rehabilitation
(Contract 2014-227-09) - Tender Award
RECOMMENDATION
1. The contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Jarlian Construction Inc. at the lowest
price of $554,487.00.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract
documents.
3. That the 2014 Capital Budget be amended to reflect the increase in funding for the
project.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Willoughby Drive Bridge, also known as the Charles Ruch Bridge has been identified
as a structure in need of immediate rehabilitation as determined through a number of
comprehensive inspections and a load capacity evaluation.
The preferred rehabilitation alternative, as advanced through the detailed design phase,
provides the greatest value and is expected to extend the structure life by 75 years while
eliminating any need for permanent load restrictions.
Tenders for this contract were opened on Thursday, May 22nd, 2014 and the lowest bid of
$554,487.00, received from Jarlian Construction Inc. is being recommended for
acceptance.
Should the rehabilitation works be delayed for any reason, load restrictions on the bridge
must be posted. This will impact routine operational maintenance and emergency
response along this roadway.
BACKGROUND
The Willoughby Drive Bridge is known to local residents as the Charles Ruch Bridge after
the long standing Willoughby Roads Superintendent who held the position for 21 years
between 1945 and 1966. The bridge is very important to Mr. Ruch's family; as a young
child, Cathy Dunnett attended the ceremony to dedicate the bridge in her grandfather's
name and remembers the plaque unveiling. Specifications within the contract have been
made to preserve the original plaque and have it remounted on the rehabilitated structure.
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Constructed in 1963, the Charles Ruch Bridge is a single 9.6m span prestressed concrete
girder structure that is 10.0m wide and carries two lanes of traffic over Ussher's Creek on
Willoughby Drive between Willick and Weaver Roads.
A routine visual inspection of the bridge in 2007 identified an aging asphalt surface, light
settlement of the approaches, evidence of leakage through the deck causing concrete
deterioration, concrete cracking and badly corroded steel railings.
In 2009 a Deck Condition Survey (DCS) was undertaken that included field sampling and
laboratory testing of the structure in view of rehabilitating the deck and eliminating the joints
making the bridge semi-integral with the approach slabs. The most significant findings of
the DCS was that the bridge lacked a concrete overlay on the multi - beam deck as
recommended in the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code (CHBDC-CAN/CSA-56-06)
and that leakage associated with the poor condition of the waterproofing system was
contributing to the accelerated concrete girder deterioration.
To that end, the engineering consultant retained by the City, Ellis Engineering Inc. (EEI),
conducted a Load Capacity Evaluation (LCE) in 2011 to confirm that the existing structure
could support a concrete overlay. EEI also evaluated three (3) potential rehabilitation
alternatives based on the results of the LCE and specifically recommended that the
Charles Ruch Bridge be rehabilitated within the next two (2) years, or by the end of 2013.
Moreover, EEI recommended that Load Restrictions be posted at the bridge immediately.
The preferred rehabilitation alternative, as advanced through the detailed design phase,
provides the greatest value and is expected to extend the structure life by 75 years while
eliminating any need for permanent load restrictions. Ellis Engineering Inc. completed the
design drawings and assisted in the preparation of the contract documents including
specifications.
The tender was advertised in the local papers and on the City's website. Despite the
specialized nature of the work, the tender documents were picked up by seven (7)
contractors and six (6) bids were received.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The Tender Opening Committee, in the presence of the City Clerk, Dean lorfida, and the
Project Manager, Sherri-Marie Millar, opened tenders on May 22nd, 2014.
The Engineer's estimate for this project was $560,000.00. The following is a summary of
the totalled tender prices (excluding HST) from the contractor submissions, complete with
corrections as noted.
Contractor City Tender Price Corrected Bid
Innovative Civil Constructors Inc. Niagara Falls $585,925.00 -
Rankin Construction Inc. St. Catharines $587,405.00 -
Carlington Construction Inc. Stoney Creek $568,505.00 -
Clearwater Structures Inc. Ajax $782,554.00 -
Jarlian Construction Inc. Milton $554,487.00 -
Prnvinrial Construction Limited Niagara Falls $589,203.22 $589,203.17
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The lowest tender price and the only bid to come in below the Engineer's estimate was
received from Jarlian Construction Inc. (Jarlian) in the amount of $554,487.00.
A tendering discrepancy was identified during the analysis of the submitted bids,
specifically that Jarlian inadvertently missed a unit price within the Schedule of Quantities
and Unit Prices. The total item value, deemed to be minor in nature based on the average
of the remaining five submissions, is approximately $5,000.00. Jarlian has agreed to
absorb the expense of this missing item at no additional cost to the contract and in all other
respects meets the necessary requirements to be eligible for contract award.
Jarlian Construction Inc. has performed similar bridge rehabilitation projects for regional
municipalities including the Niagara and York Regions as well as a number of structures
for the Ministry of Transportation. Based on past experiences and the recommendation
by Ellis Engineering Inc., enclosed, staff are of the opinion that this contractor is capable
of successfully rehabilitating the Charles Ruch Bridge and that their aggressive tender price
provides the best value for the municipality. Moreover, the decision to accept Jarlian 's
tender in spite of the line item price omission does not impact the City's duty to provide a
fair and transparent tendering process specifically as it relates to the Rights of the
Municipality clause within the Special Instructions to Bidders.
The bridge rehabilitation works are scheduled to be completed within seventy-five (75)
consecutive working days following mobilization to site and shall not extend beyond -
December 2014.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
Funding for the Willoughby Drive Bridge Rehabilitation was approved in the 2014 Municipal
Works Capital Budget for an estimated total $490,000 based on the `pre-detailed design'
estimate.
The actual costs of the Charles Ruch Bridge rehabilitation based on the revised Engineer's
estimate and reflected in the contractor's tender submissions has resulted in a $85,000
shortfall.
Council may award the Charles Ruch Bridge Rehabilitation to Jarlian Construction Inc. in
the amount of$554,487.00 (excl. HST) and authorize the transfer of an additional$85, 000
of gas tax funding necessary to complete the project in 2014.
Alternatively, Council may consider cancelling the project until `full' funding is secured
through the 2015 Capital Budget deliberations, recognizing that Load Restrictions must be
immediately posted at the Charles Ruch Bridge for the duration of any delay and that a
2015 tender could result in higher overall construction costs.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Implementation of the Capital Project meets the intent of Council's Strategic Priorities to
establish infrastructure investment priorities, and to strengthen and promote economic
development within the City.
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LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
1 . Location Plan - Willoughby Drive Bridge
2. Dedication Plaque Photos
3. Consultant Recommendation
4. Revised Capital Budget Worksheet
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Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works
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Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
Sherri-Mane Millar. P.Eng.
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Attachment 3 — Consultant Recommendation
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Attention: Sherri-Marie Millar.
Project Manager, Municipal %%orks
Reference: Contract No. 2014-227-09
Willoughby Drive (aka Charles Ruth)
Bridge Rehabilitation (Site No. 51158)
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\V: hate rc%towed the tender analysis. completed by the Lir, of Niagara Falls. for the
abo e mentioned project and confirm that Jarhan Construction., of Burlington. Ontario, is
the lowest bidder with a total Contract price of S 554.46 .00. excluding ftS.i .
Basad on our past construction projects we believe that larlian C.onstruetion is generally
capable of completing the work tun the structure rehabilitation in accoradance with the
Contract Drawings and Documents. We ther:titre recommend that the contract be awarded
to larlian Construction.
Yours truly.
ELLIS Engineering Inc.
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Attachment 4— Revised Capital Budget Worksheet
Capital Budget Worksheet
2014
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Capital Plan (y/n)
Project l.D. #: BC7; 227-09 12-3-315007-030000
Project Description: Bridge Rehabilitation - Construction
Projected Start Date: 3rd/4th Quarter
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PBD-2014-34
NiagaarraJalls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development
SUBJECT: PBD-2014-34
PLC-2014-002, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control
Lot 31, Registered Plan 59M-52
Parts 1 and 2, Plan 59R-6962 (6673-6675 Dawson Street)
Dorchester Square Subdivision
Applicant: Joseph & Carmela Bruni
RECOMMENDATION
1 . That Council approve the request and pass the by-law included in tonight's agenda
to designate Lot 31 on Registered Plan 59M-52, as exempt from Part Lot Control
- for a period of two years.
2. That the applicant be required to notify the City when the new deeds for the lots
have been registered.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Joseph and Carmela Bruni have requested that Council pass a by-law to exempt Lot 31
Plan 59M-52 (6673-6675 Dawson Street) from being subject to Part Lot Control to allow
the sale of the individual dwelling units in an existing semi-detached dwelling. The request
can be supported based on the following:
• the use of this Planning Act mechanism is an acceptable alternative to a consent
because the lot is located within a registered subdivision;
• the zoning permits the proposed parcels sizes; and
• the by-law will permit a deed to be created for each parcel containing a dwelling unit
and permit each property to be sold.
BACKGROUND
Proposal
Joseph and Carmela Bruni have submitted a request to have Part Lot Control removed
from Lot 31 (north side of Dawson Street) Plan 59M-52, in the Dorchester Square
subdivision. The subject lands are illustrated on Schedule 1 . The removal of Part Lot
Control is a planning tool that is intended to allow the creation of separate parcels for each
of the existing semi-detached dwelling units. Refer to Schedule 2 for further detail.
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ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The subject lands are located within the Dorchester Square subdivision (59M-52) which
was registered in 1977. The subdivision contains a mix of lots for one family detached
dwellings and semi-detached dwellings. The subject semi-detached dwelling and the
proposed parcels are shown on the attached reference plan (Schedule 2).
The subject lands are zoned Residential Single and Two Family (R2) by Zoning By-law No.
79-200. The semi-detached dwelling and the proposed parcels comply with the zoning
regulations.
Part Lot Control provisions under the Planning Act prevent lands that are within a
registered plan of subdivision from being further divided. Municipalities have the ability to
exempt lots and blocks from Part Lot Control to allow lot lines to be reconfigured or pad
of a lot or block to be conveyed without a consent. Approval of a Part Lot Control by-law
is requested so that each semi-detached dwelling unit can be sold with its own parcel of
land. Part Lot Control has been requested to be lifted for two years to allow for flexibility
in scheduling real estate closing dates and to consider market absorption of the units.
The applicant should be required to notify the City when the new deeds have been created
in order to update municipal records.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
As the semi-detached dwelling already exists, there are no financial implications.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Council's priority is to strengthen and promote economic development in the City. The
application is consistent with this priority.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Schedule 1 - Location Map
Schedule 2 - Proposed Lots
Recommended by: '` '
Alex
He�rlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development
Respectfully submitted:
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S.\PDR\2014\PBD-2014-34. PLC-2014-002. Lot 31. Plan M-52. 6673-6675 Dawson Street.wpd
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PBD-2014-35
NiagaarraaJ7aIls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development
SUBJECT: PBD-2014-35
DRU-2014-004, 5793 Main Street
Facade Improvement Grant & Commercial Building Grant
Applicant: Karen Zimakas
RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve the Facade Improvement Grant and Commercial Building
Improvement Grant Applications for 5793 Main Street (Karen Zimakas) subject to the
owner satisfying the program requirements.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
These applications can be supported because:
• the renovation will result in the conversion of a residential dwelling to an office use
and apartment in conformity with the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law;
• the renovation and new commercial use may encourage other improvements in the
area;
• the facade improvements and commercial building works comply with the City's
grant program; and
• the facade improvement grant and building improvement grants total $20,000 with
the City contributing one half and the Region of Niagara contributing one half. The
funding is provided in the 2014 Operating Budget.
BACKGROUND
The subject property is currently used as a residence. The Applicant proposes to continue
the residential use as a second floor apartment while utilizing the ground floor as office
commercial space. The office commercial use is permitted within the City's Official Plan
and Zoning By-law. It is the intent of the Applicant to improve the building facade and
complete an electrical upgrade to residential and commercial codes.
Facade Improvement Grant
The Applicant proposes to rehabilitate and replace the porch, pillars, railings and improve
landscaping of the property. A total of 11 single hung vinyl windows, outdoor lighting and
a new door are also proposed. The estimated total cost of the improvements is
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$231334.00. A photo of the existing facade with the proposed replacement items is
included in Appendix 2. The Facade Improvement Grant can provide a total of 50% of the
estimates or $10,000 whichever is lesser. The City and Region would each contribute
$5,000 towards the $10,000 facade improvement grant.
Commercial Building Improvement Grant
A complete electrical upgrade is proposed for the building to bring the main floor up to
commercial electrical code and the second floor to residential electrical code. The total
rewiring for all levels and the exterior building lighting, as well as the provision of
emergency lighting and interconnected smoke detectors for all floors is included in the
upgrade. The estimated cost of the extensive electrical upgrade is $28,600. The
Commercial Building Improvement Grant can provide a total of 50% of the estimates or
$10,000 whichever is lesser. The City and Region would each contribute $5,000 towards
the $10,000 building improvement grant.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The improvements requested under these applications are all eligible under the
Commercial Building and Facade Improvement Program for the Historic Drummondville
Area. The conversion of the residence to a office with an apartment is consistent with the
land use envisioned for the property under the City's Planning documents and it is
anticipated that the improvement of the building will encourage the continued revitalization
of the area.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
In the 2014 Operating Budget, an amount of$100,000 was budgeted for CIP grants for the
Historic Drummondville Area. The City portion of grants proposed to this applicant is
$10,000 and is within the budgeted amount for 2014. Property taxes are up to date on this
property.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The approval of the application will satisfy Council's strategic priority by implementing the
financial incentive programs within the Historic Drummondville CIP and will assist in the
ongoing revitalization of the Drummondville area.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Appendix 1 - Location Map
Appendix 2 - Facade Photos 5793 Main Street
Recommended by:
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development
Respectfully submitted: I
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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Niagaraf1alls June 10, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development
SUBJECT: PBD-2014-36
PLC-2014-003, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control
Block 81, Registered Plan 59M-388
8713-8719 Dogwood Crescent
Warren Woods Phase 1 Subdivision
Applicant: 1340258 Ontario Inc. (Warren Woods)
RECOMMENDATION
1. That Council approve the request and pass the by-law included in tonight's agenda
to designate Block 81 on Registered Plan 59M-388, as exempt from Part Lot
Control for a period of three years.
2. That the applicant be required to notify the City when the new deeds for the parcels
have been registered.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1340258 Ontario Inc. has requested that Council pass a by-law to exempt Block 81 on Plan
59M-388 from being subject to Part Lot Control to allow the sale of the individual dwelling
units in a four unit, on-street townhouse dwelling. Rear yard access easements for the
middle two units are also being created through this process. The request can be
supported based on the following:
• the use of this Planning Act mechanism is an acceptable alternative to a consent
because the block is located within a registered subdivision;
• the zoning permits the proposed parcels sizes; and
• the by-law will permit deeds to be created for each new parcel and permit them to
be sold.
BACKGROUND
Proposal
1340258 Ontario Inc. has submitted a request to have Part Lot Control removed from Block
81 in the Warren Woods Phase 1 plan of subdivision. Block 81 is located on west side of
Dogwood Crescent, opposite Nightshade Street. A four unit, on-street townhouse dwelling
has been constructed on the block The dwelling is known as 8713-8719 Dogwood
Crescent. The subject lands are illustrated on Schedule 1 . The removal of Part Lot Control
is a planning tool that is intended to allow the creation of separate parcels for each of the
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existing on-street townhouse dwelling units. Rear yard access easements for the middle
two units are also being created through this process. Refer to Schedule 2 for further
detail.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The subject block is located within the Warren Woods Phase 1 plan of subdivision (59M-
388) which was registered in 2012. The subdivision contains a mix of lots for detached
dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, and blocks of land for on-street townhouse and group
townhouse dwellings. The subject block has an on-street townhouse dwelling (4 units)
constructed thereon; the proposed parcels are shown on the attached reference plan
(Schedule 2) to separate the 4 units.
The subject block is zoned Residential Mixed (R3-854) by Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as
amended by By-law No. 2009-51. A Building Permit was issued to allow the on-street
townhouse dwelling to be constructed in accordance with the R3-854 zone.The proposed
parcels comply with the zoning regulations.
Part Lot Control provisions under the P/anning Act prevent lands that are within a
registered plan of subdivision from being further divided. Municipalities have the ability to
exempt lots and blocks from Part Lot Control to allow lot lines to be reconfigured or part
of a lot or block to be conveyed without a consent. Approval of a Part Lot Control by-law
is requested so that each unit in the on-street townhouse dwelling can be sold with its own
parcel of land. Rear yard access easements for the middle two units are also being
created through this process. Part Lot Control has been requested to be lifted for three
years to allow for flexibility in scheduling real estate closing dates and to consider market
absorption of the units.
The applicant should be required to notify the City when the new deeds have been created
in order to update municipal records.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
As the on-street townhouse dwelling already exists, there are no financial implications.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Council's priority is to strengthen and promote economic development in the City. The
application is consistent with this priority.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
• Schedule 1 - Location Map
• Schedule 2 - Proposed Parcels
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Alex Herlovi h, Director of P'.nning, Building & Development
Respectfully submitted:
Ken To , Chief Administrative Officer
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By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Amendment Agreement with Niagara Falls
Curling Club Limited respecting amendments to the existing Lease Agreement.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. A Lease Amendment Agreement dated the 10' day of June, 2014, and made
between Niagara Falls Curling Club Limited as Landlord, and The Corporation of the
City of Niagara Falls as Tenant, respecting an amendment to the description of the
Leased Premises, and an amendment to the covenant with respect to snow
removal, as attached hereto, is hereby approved and authorized.
2. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the said Lease Amendment
Agreement.
3. The Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver the
said Lease Amendment Agreement.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014.
Second Reading: June 10, 2014.
Third Reading: June 10, 2014.
THIS LEASE AMENDMENT AGREEMENT made this 10th day of June, 2014.
BETWEEN:
NIAGARA FALLS CURLING
CLUB LIMITED
Hereinafter referred to as the "Landlord"
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THE CORPORATION OF THE
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
Hereinafter referred to as the "Tenant"
OF THE SECOND PART.
WHEREAS this Agreement is supplemental to a Lease (the"Lease")dated the 31st day of
July, 2006, granted by the Landlord to the Tenant of the lands and premises as described
in the Lease, for a term of ten (10) years commencing the 1st day of May, 2006;
AND WHEREAS the parties intend to vary certain provisions of the Lease in the manner
set out below.
NOW THEREFORE THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSETH that in consideration of the mutual
covenants, conditions and agreements herein contained, the parties agree as follows:
1. The provisions of the Lease are amended as of the 101" day of June, 2014, in the
following manner:
(a) Paragraph 1 of the Lease is deleted and replaced as follows:
WITNESSETH that in consideration of the rent, covenants and agreements
hereinafter reserved and contained on the part of the Tenant, to be paid,
observed and performed, the Landlord has demised and leased and by
these presents does demise and lease unto the Tenant that portion of the
Landlord's Premises as shown in heavy outline on the sketch attached
hereto as Schedule "A" (the "Leased Premises");
(b) Schedule "A" of the Lease is deleted and replaced with Schedule 'A"
attached hereto; and
(c) The second paragraph of paragraph 9 of the Lease is deleted and replaced
as follows:
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The Tenant shall be responsible for the removal of snow from the Leased
Premises. The Tenant hereby covenants to, at its own cost, remove the
snow plowed by the Tenant, the Landlord or by the Landlord's agents onto
the Leased Premises. It is understood that the Tenant shall not be required
to remove snow immediately after each snow plowing of the Landlord's
Premises, but wilt remove snow from the area along the fence line on the
Landlord's Premises to the north, when reasonably required.
2. The Lease, as amended, shall continue in full force and the covenants, conditions
and provisions contained in the Lease, in all other respects, are confirmed.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have hereunto executed this Lease
Amendment Agreement.
NIAGARA FALLS CURLING
CLUB LIMITED
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BY-LAW
Number 2014 -
A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000,
being a by-law to regulate parking and
traffic on City Roads. (Speed Limits on
Highways - Part 2 (60 km/h), Speed Limits on
Highways - Part 3 (70 km/h), Speed Limits on
Highways - Part 4 (80 km/hr))
The Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls hereby ENACTS as follows:
1. By-law No. 89-2000, as amended, is hereby further amended:
(1) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule W2 thereto the following items:
SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAYS
(PART 2 - 60KM/HR)
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
HIGHWAY BETWEEN MAXIMUM SPEED (KM/H)
Beechwood Road Brown Road and McLeod Road 60
Crowland Avenue Biggar Road and Lyons Creek Road 60
Misener Road Schisler Road and Carl Road 60
Upper's Lane Beechwood Road and Thorold Townline Road 60
Young Road Montrose Road and Morris Road 60
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(2) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule W3 thereto the following items:
SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAYS
(PART 3 - 70KM/HR)
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
HIGHWAY BETWEEN MAXIMUM SPEED(KM/H)
Carl Road McCredie Road and West City Limit 70
Morris Road Schisler Road and Grassy Brook Road 70
(3) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule W4 thereto the following item:
SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAYS
(PART 4 - 80KM/HR)
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
HIGHWAY BETWEEN MAXIMUM SPEED (KM/H)
Beechwood Road McLeod Road and Upper's Lane 80
(4) by deleting from the specified columns of Schedule W4 thereto the following items:
SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAYS
(PART 4 - 80KM/HR)
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
HIGHWAY BETWEEN MAXIMUM SPEED(KM/H)
Beechwood Road Brown Road and Upper's Lane 80
Upper's Lane The Town Line Road (between Niagara Falls/Thorold) 80
and Beechwood Road
(5) by deleting from the specified columns of Schedule W3 thereto the following item:
SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAYS
(PART 3 - 70KM/HR)
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
HIGHWAY BETWEEN MAXIMUM SPEED(KM/H)
Carl Road Montrose Road and McCredie Road 70
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(6) by deleting from the specified columns of Schedule W2 thereto the following item:
SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAYS
(PART 2 - 60KM/HR)
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
HIGHWAY BETWEEN MAXIMUM SPEED (KM/H)
Crowland Avenue Carl Road to a point 180m south of Schisler road 60
This By-law shall come into force when the appropriate signs are installed.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to amend By-law No. 80-114, being a by-law to designate private roadways as
fire routes along which no parking of vehicles shall be permitted.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1 . By-law No. 80-114 is amended by deleting Schedule "A"and Schedule "A" attached
hereto shall be inserted in lieu thereof.
2. By-law No. 80-114 is amended by adding Schedule "B-83" attached hereto.
3. By-law No. 80-114 is amended by adding Schedule "B-84" attached hereto.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014.
Second Reading: June 10, 2014.
Third Reading: June 10, 2014.
SCHEDULE "A"
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
SITE LOCATION SCHEDULE "B"
NUMBER
Thorold Stone Mall 6161 Thorold Stone Road Schedule "B-1°
Stamford Green Plaza Portage Road Schedule "B-2"
Town & Country Plaza 3648 Portage Road Schedule "B-3"
Drummond Square Drummond Road Schedule "B-4"
Towers Plaza Morrison Street Schedule "3-5"
Lundy's Lane Plaza 6460 Lundy's Lane Schedule "B-6"
Niagara Square 7555 Montrose Road Schedule "3-7"
Finbows Plaza 6734 Lundy's Lane Schedule "B-8"
Electronic Supermarket 6282 Lundy's Lane Schedule "B-9"
Southway Plaza Drummond and Dunn Schedule "B-10"
Skylon Tower 5200 Robinson Street Schedule "B-11"
Pyramid Place 5400 Robinson Street Schedule "B-12"
Maple Leaf Village Falls Avenue (Oneida Lane) Schedule "B-13"
Canadian Tire 6840 McLeod Road Schedule "3-14"
Y.M.C.A. 4261 Fourth Avenue Schedule "B-15"
Summerlea Acres 6767 Thorold Stone Road Schedule "B-16"
Stamford Collegiate Drummond Road and Leonard Schedule "B-17"
Avenue
Victoria Meadows Townhomes Monastery Drive Schedule "B-18"
Niagara South Condominium Kalar Road and Coventry Road Schedule "B-19"
Corporation No. 21
YWCA Residential Complex Ailanthus Avenue Schedule "B-20'
Niagara Crossing Factory Oakwood Drive Schedule "13-21"
Stores
St. Paul Driving Range St. Paul Avenue Schedule "B-22"
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
SITE LOCATION SCHEDULE "B"
NUMBER
Brockway Business Centre Montrose and Thorold Stone Schedule "B-23"
Roads
Niagara South Condominium 5100 Dorchester Road Schedule "B-24"
No. 28
Niagara South Condominium 5150 Dorchester Road Schedule "B-25"
No. 19
Brookside Village Co-Operative 8175 McLeod Road Schedule "3-26"
Homes Inc.
Niagara South Condominium 4230 Meadowvale Drive Schedule "B-27"
Plan No. 43
Factor Forms Niagara Ltd. 8481 Earl Thomas Avenue Schedule 13-28"
Zehrs Markets Morrison Street and Dorchester Schedule "B-29"
Road
Ameri-Cana Resort 8444 Lundy's Lane Schedule -B-30"
Niagara South Condominium 3955 Portage Road Schedule "3-31"
Corporation #2
Kingsbridge Village 3516 Main Street Schedule "B-32"
Non-Profit Housing Corporation 8055 McLeod Road and 8065 Schedule "3-33"
McLeod Road
Pine Meadows Builders 5088 Drummond Road Schedule "3-34"
Townhouse Condominium
Project - 35 Townhouses
21 Unit Townhome Mewburn Road Schedule "B-35"
Development
Niagara South Condominium 6453 Colborne Street and Schedule "B-36"
Corporation No. 1 6476 Huggins Street
Edscha of Canada 5795 Don Murie Street Schedule "3-37"
First Professional Management 7190 Morrison Street Schedule "B-38"
Inc.
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
SITE LOCATION SCHEDULE "B"
NUMBER
Orchard Grove Estates Magnolia Drive Schedule "B-39"
Extension Access to Lots 30 - 33, 36 - 39,
42 - 45 and 48 - 51
Econo Lodge Hotel 7514 Lundy's Lane Schedule "B-40"
Montrose Gardens Montrose Road Schedule "B-41"
Orlando Drive Condominium 3797 Orlando Drive Schedule "B-42"
Micron Installations 6501 Kister Road Schedule 13-43"
Rosemount Condominium Montrose Road Schedule "B-44"
Mount Carmel Centre Montrose Road Schedule '3-45"
Great Lodge Resort Victoria Avenue at Leader Schedule "B-46"
Lane
Burnfield Lane Condominium 3241 Montrose Road Schedule "B-47"
Niagara South Condominium 5200 Dorchester Road Schedule "B-48"
Niagara South Condominium 7001 Casey Street Schedule13-49"
Corp. #42
Niagara South Condominium 2684 Mewburn Road Schedule "B-50"
Corp. #57
Promenade Condominiums 3300 Montrose Road Schedule "B-51"
Home Depot 7190 Morrison Street Schedule "B-52"
The Courtyard at Meadow 8142 Costabile Drive Schedule `B-53"
Creek
Falls Masonry Ltd. 5595 Drummond Road Schedule "3-54"
Townhouse Condominiums
Feliciano Pingue 6012 Frontenac Street Schedule "3-55"
Proposed Condominium
Feliciano Pingue 6430 Montrose Road Schedule "B-56"
Proposed Condominium
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
SITE LOCATION SCHEDULE "B"
NUMBER
Canada One Factory Outlet 7500 Lundy's Lane Schedule "B-57"
Mall
Niagara South Condominium 3322 Addison Street Schedule "B-58"
Corporation No. 4 - Park Royal
Niagara Catholic District 3900 Kalar Road Schedule "B-59"
School Board - West Niagara
Falls Catholic Elementary
School
Secord Mills 8918 Sodom Road Schedule "B-60"
Modern Landfill Inc. 2025 Fruitbelt Parkway Schedule "3-61"
Ashton Heights Condominium Drummond Road and Murray Schedule "B-62"
Street
Courtyard Apartments 4658 Drummond Road Schedule "B-63"
MacBain Community Centre 7150 Montrose Road Schedule "B-64"
Victoria Park Towers 6521 Drummond Road Schedule "B-65"
Imperial Towers 6563 Drummond Road Schedule "B-66"
6390 Huggins Apartments and 6390 and 6400 Huggins Street Schedule "B-67"
6400 Huggins Apartments
Rock Spring Gardens 6334 Desanka Avenue Schedule °B-68"
Condominium
West Meadow Phase II 4399 Montrose Road Schedule "B-69"
Delphina Gardens 6753 O'Neil Street Schedule "B-70"
Adeline Apartments 6420 Montrose Road Schedule "3-71"
Panoramic Properties Inc. 7591 Scholfield Road Schedule "B-72"
1251549 Ontario Limited and 6167-6175-6181 Dorchester Schedule `B-73"
623381 Ontario Inc. Road
Condominium
Omada Homes Inc. 6928 Ailanthus Avenue Schedule "B-74"
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3
SITE LOCATION SCHEDULE "B"
NUMBER
Brighton Condominiums 3915 Portage Road Schedule13-75"
Thundering Waters 6000 Marineland Parkway Schedule `B-76"
Condominiums
Langendoen Homes Ltd. - 2634 St. Paul Avenue Schedule "B-77"
Meadowcreek Homes
Marken Homes 9440 Eagle Ridge Drive Schedule "B-78"
Weinbrenner Place Inc. 3401 - 3421 Weinbrenner Schedule "B-79"
Road
Niagara South Standard 6263 Valley Way Schedule "6-80"
Condominium Corporation No.
104 (Valley Way Townhomes)
The Bonnengton Apartments 4218 Portage Road Schedule "3-81"
Frank Costantino Construction 6186 Dorchester Road Schedule "3-82"
Ltd. Condominium
People Movers Bus 8208 Heartland Forest Road Schedule -B-83"
Maintenance and Storage
Facility
Niagara South Condominium 2720 Mewburn Road Schedule "B-84"
Corporation No. 25
(Mount Forest Village)
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By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to designate Lot 31 , Registered Plan 59M-52, not be subject to part-lot control
(PLC-2014-002).
WHEREAS subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, provides. in part. that the
council of a local municipality may by by-law designate lands that would otherwise be
subject to part-lot control, not be subject to such part-lot control;
AND WHEREAS such by-laws are required under subsection 50(7.1) of the Planning Act
to be approved by the appropriate approval authority, that being the Regional Municipality
of Niagara as per subsection 51(5) of the Planning Act, subsequently delegated to the City
of Niagara Falls by Regional Municipality of Niagara By-law No. 8819-97;
AND WHEREAS the said lands are zoned by By-law No. 79-200 to permit the erection of
a semi-detached dwelling thereon;
AND WHEREAS the owner of the said lands proposes to divide the lot into two parcels
down the common wall between the existing semi-detached dwelling units so that each
dwelling unit may be sold separately;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls deems it
expedient to designate that the said lands not be subject to part-lot control.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1 . That subsection 50(5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, not apply to Lot 31 of
Registered Plan 59M-52. in the City of Niagara Falls. in the Regional Municipality
of Niagara.
2. This by-law shall remain in full force and effect for two years from the date of
passage of this by-law, after which time this by-law shall expire and be deemed to
be repealed and of no effect.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
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CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to designate Block 81, Registered Plan 59M-388, not be subject to part-lot control
(PLC-2014-003).
WHEREAS subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, provides, in part, that the
council of a local municipality may by by-law designate lands that would otherwise be subject
to part-lot control, not be subject to such part-lot control;
AND WHEREAS such by-laws are required under subsection 50(7.1) of the Planning Act to
be approved by the appropriate approval authority, that being the Regional Municipality of
Niagara as per subsection 51(5) of the Planning Act, subsequently delegated to the City of
Niagara Falls by Regional Municipality of Niagara By-law No. 8819-97;
AND WHEREAS the said lands are zoned by By-law No. 2009-51 to permit the erection of
an on-street townhouse dwelling thereon;
AND WHEREAS the owner of the said lands proposes to divide Block 81 into a total of four
parcels down the common wall between the existing on-street townhouse dwelling units so
that each dwelling unit may be sold seperately and to create rear yard access easements
for the middle two units;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls deems it
expedient to designate that the said land not be subject to part-lot control.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS
FOLLOWS:
1 . That subsection 50(5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, not apply to Block 81,
Registered Plan 59M-388, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality
of Niagara.
2. This by-law shall remain in full force and effect for three years from the date of
passage of this by-law, after which time this by-law shall expire and be deemed to be
repealed and of no effect.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
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CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit a four storey, 39 unit apartment dwelling on
the Lands, and to repeal By-law No. 2008-102 (AM-2013-008).
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS
FOLLOWS:
1. The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by-law are
described in Schedule 1 of this by-law and shall be referred to in this by-law as the
"Lands". Schedule 1 is a part of this by-law.
2. The purpose of this by-law is to amend the provisions of By-law No. 79-200, to permit
the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by that by-law.
In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by-law and any existing
provision of By-law No. 79-200, the provisions of this by-law are to prevail.
3. Notwithstanding any provision of By-law No. 79-200 to the contrary, the following
uses and regulations shall be the permitted uses and regulations governing the
permitted uses on and of the Lands.
4. The permitted uses shall be the uses permitted in a R5D zone
5. The regulations governing the permitted uses shall be:
(a) Maximum number of dwelling 39
units
(b) Minimum westerly interior side 4.8 metres
yard width
(c) Minimum rear yard depth 21 metres
(d) Maximum building height of 16 metres and 4 storeys, including
building or structure the pitched roof, as required by
clause (e) of this section and subject
to section 4.7 of By-law No. 79-200
(e) Pitched roof the apartment dwelling shall have a
pitched roof which has a height of not
less than 3.5 metres above the top
storey. The pitched roof shall not
contain a place of occupancy
(f) Minimum number of parking 1.3 spaces per dwelling unit
spaces
(g) Minimum landscaped open space 28% of the lot area
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(h) Fencing requirements a wood privacy fence with a
minimum height of 1 .8 metres shall
be provided along the rear and side
lot lines, save and except where the
lot line abuts the front yard of an
adjoining parcel
(i) The balance of regulations specified for a R5D use
6. All other applicable regulations set out in By-law No. 79-200 shall continue to apply
to govern the permitted uses on the Lands, with all necessary changes in detail.
7. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use.
8. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations.
9. The provisions of this by-law shall be shown on Sheet 05 of Schedule "A" of By-law
No. 79-200 by redesignating the Lands from R5B and numbered 828 to R5D and
numbered 1003.
10. Section 20 of By-law No. 79-200 is amended by adding thereto:
20.1 .1003 Refer to By-law No. 2014- .
11. By-law No. 2008-102 is repealed.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
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CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to provide for the adoption of Amendment No. 114 to the City of Niagara Falls
Official Plan (AM--2014-001).
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS, IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE PLANNING ACT, 1990, AND THE REGIONAL
MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA ACT, HEREBY ENACT AS FOLLOWS:
1 . The attached text and map constituting Amendment No. 114 to the City of Niagara
Falls Official Plan is hereby adopted.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
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First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
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PART 2 - BODY OF THE AMENDMENT
All of this part of the document entitled PART 2 - BODY OF THE AMENDMENT, consisting
of the explanatory text and attached map, designated Map 1 , and attached hereto.
constitute Amendment No. 114 to the Official Plan of the City of Niagara Falls.
DETAILS OF THE AMENDMENT
The Official Plan of the City of Niagara Falls is hereby amended as follows:
1 . MAP CHANGE
Schedule "A" to the Official Plan - Future Land Use, is hereby amended by
redesignating the lands identified on Map 1 attached hereto, and forming part of the
amendment, from Open Space, in part, and Niagara Escarpment Plan Area, in part,
to Residential and identified as Special Policy Area "67".
2. TEXT CHANGE
PART 2, SECTION 13 - SPECIAL POLICY AREAS is hereby amended by adding
the following new subsection:
13.67 SPECIAL POLICY AREA "67"
Special Policy Area "67" applies to 1.159 hectares (2.9 acres) of land on the
northwest corner of Stanley Avenue and Portage Road. Notwithstanding the
density provisions of Part 2, Section 1, policy 1 .15.5 (ii), this land may be
developed with apartment dwellings up to a maximum height of 3 storeys
and a maximum density of 62 units per hectare.
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By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit two, 3 storey apartment dwellings,
containing a total of 72 units, subject to the removal of a holding (H) symbol and to repeal
By-law No. 81-283 (AM-2014-001).
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS
FOLLOWS:
1. The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by-law are
described in Schedule 1 of this by-law and shall be referred to in this by-law as the
"Lands". Schedule 1 is a part of this by-law.
2. The purpose of this by-law is to amend the provisions of By-law No. 79-200, to permit
the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by that by-law.
In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by-law and any existing
provision of By-law No. 79-200, the provisions of this by-law are to prevail.
3. Notwithstanding any provision of By-law No. 79-200 to the contrary, the following
uses and regulations shall be the permitted uses and regulations governing the
permitted uses on and of the Lands.
4. The permitted uses shall be the uses permitted in a R5B zone
5. The regulations governing the permitted uses shall be:
(a) Minimum lot area 160 square metres for each dwelling
unit
(b) Minimum front yard depth 6.4 metres
(c) Maximum height of building or 13.1 metres and 3 storeys, subject to
structure section 4.7 of By-law No. 79-200
(d) Maximum balcony projection into 1 .8 metres
a side yard
(e) Maximum number of apartment 2
dwellings on one lot
(f) The balance of regulations specified for a R5B use
6. All other applicable regulations set out in By-law No. 79-200 shall continue to apply
to govern the permitted uses on the Lands, with all necessary changes in detail.
7. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use.
8. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations.
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9. The holding (H) symbol that appears on Schedule 1 attached hereto is provided for
in the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan pursuant to Section 36 of the Planning Act.
No person shall use the Lands described in section 1 of this by-law and shown
hatched and designated R5B(H) and numbered 1004 on the plan Schedule 1
attached hereto for any purpose, prior to the H symbol being removed pursuant to the
Planning Act. Prior to the H symbol being removed, the landowner or developer shall
submit a quantitative air quality study to the satisfaction of the Regional Municipality
of Niagara and shall file a Record of Site Condition with the Ministry of the
Environment.
10. The provisions of this by-law shall be shown on Sheets Cl and C2 of Schedule "A"
of By-law No. 79-200 by redesignating the Lands from OS and numbered 79 to
R5B(H) and numbered 1004.
11. Section 20 of By-law No. 79-200 is amended by adding thereto:
20.1.1004 Refer to By-law No. 2014-
12. By-law No. 81-283 is repealed.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
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By-law No. 2014 -
A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the Lands to be used for commercial
purposes (AM-2014-003).
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1 . The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by-law are
described in Schedule 1 of this by-law and shall be referred to in this by-law as the
"Lands". Schedule 1 is a part of this by-law.
2. The purpose of this by-law is to amend the provisions of By-law No. 79-200, to
permit the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by that
by-law. In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by-law and
any existing provision of By-law No. 79-200, the provisions of this by-law are to
prevail.
3. Notwithstanding any provision of By-law No. 79-200 to the contrary, the following
uses and regulations shall be the permitted uses and regulations governing the
permitted uses on and of the Lands.
4. The permitted uses shall be the uses permitted in a GC zone
5. The regulations governing the permitted uses shall be:
(a) Minimum building setback from 30 metres
any lot line adjacent to a railway
(b) Minimum height of a berm adjacent 2.5 metres
to a railway
(c) Minimum fencing adjacent to a railway a chain link fence with a minimum
height of 1 .83 metres
(d) The balance of regulations specified for a GC use
6. All other applicable regulations set out in By-law No. 79-200 shall continue to apply
to govern the permitted uses on the Lands, with all necessary changes in detail.
7. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use.
8. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations.
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9. The provisions of this by-law shall be shown on Sheet C3 of Schedule "A" of By-law
No. 79-200 by redesignating the Lands from PI to GC and numbered 1005.
10. Section 20 of By-law No. 79-200 is amended by adding thereto:
20.1.1005 Refer to By-law No. 2014- .
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
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Applicant 6387 Morrison Inc.
Assessment #; 272577771009790
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CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014-
A bylaw to fees and charges for various services, licences and publications for the City of Niagara
Falls.
WHEREAS it has been the municipality's practice to consolidate fees and charges in a booklet for
the ease of the public; and
WHEREAS all the charges contained within the by-law and booklet were previously approved by
Council; and
WHEREAS a copy of this by-law, in the form of a booklet, will be available at City Hall for public
consumption.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the fees and charges for various services licences and publications for the City of
Niagara Falls are hereby imposed as set out in Schedule A, attached to this by-law.
2. That By-laws 2013-114 is hereby repealed.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10. 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading June 10, 2014
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Table of Contents
Clerks & By-law Services 1
Finance 4
Legal Services 6
Business Development 6
Planning, Building & Development 7
City Development Charges 15
Municipal Works 16
• Cemetery Services 18
Columbarium 21
Fire Services 23
Recreation & Culture
• Arenas 25
• Room Rentals - MacBain Community Centre 25
• Room Rentals - Gale Centre, Chippawa Arena 26
• Public Skating 26
• Swimming Lessons 26
• Special Events 26
• Athletic Field Turf 27
• Playing Field 27
• Artificial Field Lighting 28
• Coronation 50 Plus Recreation Centre 28
• Museums 29
Transportation Services 30
Notes 34
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Licence S Rate S HST Expiration Date
Amusement Place, Etc. 45.00 N/A April 30
Auctioneers 65.00 N/A December 31
Bake Shops 30.00 N/A December 31
Barber Shops. Hair Dressing and Esthetician Establishments 30.00 N/A December 31
Bill and Sign Positing and Installation 100.00 N/A December 31
Billiard, Bagatelle and Pool Establishments 70.00 N/A December 31
•Plus rate per table 20.00 N/A December 31
Bowling Alleys-per lane 20.00 N/A December 31
Butchers 30.00 N/A December 31
Camping Establishments 110.00 N/A April 30
Commercial Parking Lots 100.00 N/A December 31
Dealers in Old Gold or Other Precious Metals 110-00 N/A December 31
Driving Schools 60.00 N/A December31
Driving Instructors 25.00 N/A December 31
Exhibitions, Etc. 45.00 N/A April 30
Flea Markets for first 3 consecutive days 650.00 N/A December 31
•Plus additional rate per day 100.00 N/A to a maximum of 51,150 In
one calendar year
Food Premises 30.00 N/A December 31
Laundrymen. Laundry Companies. Dry Cleaners. Etc. 30.00 N/A December 31
Motels per room 40 00 N/A April 30
•Plus rate per room 5.00 N/A April 30
Pawn Brokers 110.00 N/A December 31
Pedlars
(1) Resident 110-00 N/A December31
(2) Non-Resident 650-00 N/A December 31
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Licence $Rate $HST Expiration Date
Photographers December 31
(1) Resident 65.00 N/A
(2)Non-Resident 140.00 N/A
Public Garages, Automobile., Service Stations December 31
(1) Garages 30.00 N/A
(2)Auto Service Stations 30-00 N/A
Public Halls December 31
(1) Grade I -Capacity 1,000+ 45.00 N/A
(2)Grade II-Capacity 600-999 40.00 N/A
(3)Grade III -Capacity 300-599 35.00 N/A
(4) Grade IV-Capacity 299-under 30.00 N/A
Refreshment Vehicles April 30
(1) Motorized 185.00 N/A
(2) Non-Motorized 100.00 N/A
Restaurants 40.00 N/A April 30
Specific Location Daily Sales
(1) Resident 150.00 N/A to a maximum of 51.000 in one
(2) Non-Resident for the first day 500.00 N/A calendar year
•Plus additional rate per day 100.00 N/A
(3) Charitable Groups for first 3 days 325.00 N/A to a maximum of 5575 in one
• Plus additional rate per day 50.00 N/A calendar year
Tattoo and Body Piercing Parlours 100.00 N/A December 31
Theatres 110.00 N/A December 31
Therapeutic Massage 75.00 N/A December 31
Massagist(R_M.T.) 25 00 N/A December 31
Tourist Homes, Bed &Breakfasts 65.00 N/A April 30
Second Level Lodging 200.00 N/A December 31
Group Homes 25.00 N/A December 31
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Marriage Licence Fees $Rate $HST Expiration Date
Marriage Licence(payable at the time of application) 125.00 N/A
Other Licences/Fees $Rate $HST Expiration Date
Recording of City Council Meeting DVD 30.97 4.03 Total 535.00
Adult Entertainment Licence Fees $Rate $HST Expiration Date
Owner of a Body-Rub Parlour 2,500.00 N/A
Operator of a Body-Rub Parlour 400.00 N/A
Body-Rubber at a Body-Rub Parlour 250.00 N/A
Owner of an Adult Entertainment Parlour 2,500.00 N/A
Operator of an Adult Entertainment Parlour 750.00 N/A
Entertainer at an Adult Entertainment Parlour 125.00 N/A
Owner of an Adult Store 200.00 N/A
Seasonal Business Services Licences $Rate $HST Expiration Date
Seasonal Business Services Licence 1,200.00 N/A valid from Victoria Day
weekend until Canadian
Thanksgiving
Monthly Business Services Licence 300.00 N/A valid for four(4)consecutive
weeks
Administrative Fee' 300.00 N/A
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By-law Services $Fee $HST $Total
Sign Removal Administration Fee 50.00 N/A 50.00
By-law Booklets 5.00 65 5.65
Litter By-law Administration Fee 300.00 N/A 300.00
Variances and Appeals to By-laws(General) 250-00 N/A 250 00
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Finance
Water Rates
Service Charge"-Water(See table below)
Service Charge"-Sewer(See table below)
' Service Charges are based on the meter service size.
Consumption Charge-Water -50.9351 per cubic meter
Consumption Charge-Sewer-51.0187 per cubic meter
Rate Table for Monthly Service Charges Water Sewer
$Fee $Fee
Meter Size
15 mm (0.58) 22.25 20 03
18 mm (0 75) 22.25 20.03
25 mm (1-00) 2225 20 03
37 mm (1.50) 66.75 60-09
50 mm (2.00) " 133.50 120.18
75 mm (3.00) 267.00 240 35
100 mm (4-00) 489.50 440 65
150 mm (6.00) 934.50 841.24
200 mm (8.00) 1.668.75 1.502.21
250 mm (10.00) 2.33625 2.103 09
'Rates displayed assumes payment on or before due date-Payments received subsequent to due dates are subject to a Late Payment Charge of 5%.
Please Note.All water accounts are being billed and collected by Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. Please remit payments to Niagara Peninsula Energy
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Finance
Water $Fee $HST $Total
New Account Set Up Fee 9.00 N/A 9.00
Collection Charge-overdue water bills 9.00 N/A 9.00
Returned Cheque Fee-per account 35.00 N/A 35.00
Shutting Off or Turning On Water Supply(Arrears&Seasonal)
•during Normal Working Hours 55.00 N/A 55.00
•outside Normal Working Hours 175.00 N/A 175.00
Shutting Off or Turning On Water Supply(Maintenance)
•during Normal Working Hours 34.00 N/A 34.00
•outside Normal Working Hours 175.00 N/A 175.00
Administration Fee for Water Arrears Transferred to Property Taxes 22.00 N/A 22.00
Note: For the purpose of this By-law. normal working hours shall mean Monday to Friday(exclusive of
observed holidays)between 8 a.m. and 4 pm.
Tax Information $Fee $HST $Total
Tax Certificate per Property 50.0
00 N/A 50 00
Tax Information per Property 40.00 N/A 40.00
Registration Fees-Costs plus
•Mortgage Letter 35.00 N/A 35.00
•Farm Debt Letter 35.00 N/A 35.00
•Final Letter 35.00 N/A 35.00
Interest/Penalty on Tax Arrears 1.25% 1.25%
Extension Agreements 500.00 N/A 500.00
Provincial Offences Act-Admin. Fee 35 00 N/A 35.00
Personal Tax Information Copy
•Current Year no charge no charge
•One Year 1.00 N/A 1.00
•Two Years and Prior 15.00 N/A 15.00
Mortgage Company Administration Fee 10.00 N/A 10.00
Licences $Fee $HST $Total
Dog Licence
•Neutered 20.00 N/A 20.00
•Non-neutered 40.00 N/A 40.00
Miscellaneous $Fee $HST $Total
Returned Cheque Fee per Account 35.00 N/A 35.00
Address Change Request 314.29 40.86 355.15
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•Description $Fee* $HST $Total
Preparation of Subdivision Agreement 3,500.00 N/A 3,500.00
Preparation of Development Agreement 3,500.00 N/A 3.500.00
Preparation of Condominium Agreement 3,500.00 N/A 3.500.00
Preparation of Site Plan Agreement 1,500.00 N/A 1.500.00
Preparation of Amending Site Plan Agreement 650.00 N/A 650.00
Preparation of Section 37 Agreement 1.000.00 N/A 1.000.00
Preparation of Conservation Easement Agreement 750.00 N/A 750.00
Preparation of Encroachment Agreement 500.00 N/A 500.00
Preparation of Easement Agreement 500.00 N/A 500.00
Preparation of Lease/Licence Agreement with the City 500.00 65.00 565.00
Preparation of Release of Easement 150.00 N/A 150.00
Preparation of Registration Documentation for Part Lot Control By-law 200.00 N/A 200.00
Preparation of Registration and Discharge of Property Standards Order 150.00 N/A 150 00
Preparation of All Other Agreements • 1,500.00 195.00 1 695.00
Preparation of Release and/or Discharge of Agreement 150.00 N/A 150.00
Property Inquiry Fee 500.00 N/A 500.00
*Subject to Applicable Disbursements
Business Development
Description $Fee $HST $Total
Stanley Avenue Business Park Association 500.00 65.00 565.00
Annual Sign Panel Fee for Third-Party Advertising
-5500.00 (for 4 panels)
Term October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2015
Payment Due Date-Aug. 1. 2014
Planning, Building & Development Vfaga a'°"`
Official Plan Amendment Application $Fee $HST $Total
Official Plan Amendment Application 12.200.00 N/A 12,200.00
Aggregate Resource Extraction Full Cost N/A Full Cost
Recovery Recovery
Zoning Amendment Application $Fee $HST $Total
High Rise Hotels 14.500 00 N/A 14.500.00
Complex 12.200.00 N/A 12.200 00
Standard 5.600.00 N/A 5.600 00
Official Plan&Zoning Amendment(Combined) $Fee $ HST $Total
High Rise Hotels 16.200.00 N/A 16.200 00
All Other Lands 13.500.00 N/A 13,500.00
Site Plan Application $Fee $HST $Total
High Rise Hotels 6.000 00 N/A 6.000.00
All Other Lands(including Testamentary Devise) 4.000.00 N/A 4.000.00
Amendment to Site Plan Agreement 1,500 00 N/A 1,500.00
Plan of Subdivision Application $Fee $HST $Total
Residential Plan 13.500.00 N/A 13.500.00
Modifications to Draft Plan Approval 2,500.00 N/A 2.500.00
Extension to Draft Plan Approval 1.000.00 N/A 1.000.00
Plan of Condominium $Fee $FIST $Total
Vacant Land 10.000.00 N/A 10.000.00
Conversion 2.500.00 N/A 2.500.00
Standard 1,500.00 N/A 1.500.00
Extension of Draft Plan 1.000.00 N/A 1.000.00
Modification of Draft Plan-Vacant Land Condominium 2.500.00 N/A 2.500.00
Modification of Draft Plan-Standard/Conversion 1.225.00 N/A 1,225.00
Part Lot Control $Fee $FIST $Total
Separation of Semi-detached/On-street Townhouse Units 1.500.00 N/A 1.500.00
Deeming By-law 1.500 00 N/A 1.500.00
Property Relotting 3.400.00 N/A 3,400.00
Public Notification $Fee $HST $Total
Mailing Renotification 300.00 N/A 30000
Reassessment Requiring a further report 400.00 N/A 400.00
Newspaper Renotification($600 deposit payable with application) Actual Cost N/A Actual Cost
Notes.Additional fees are required for Regional Planning review of most applications. Additional fees may be required for Niagara Peninsula Conservation
Authority and Regional Niagara Health Department review,where applicable
Notes: Additional fees from the Legal Department are required for applications requiring agreements and registration of some by-laws.
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Committee of Adjustment $Fee $HST $Total
Consent Application 3,400.00 N/A 3.400.00
Change of Conditions 200.00 N/A 200.00
Minor Variance 2,100.00 N/A 2,100.00
Renotification/Rescheduling (ConsenUMinor Variance) 200.00 N/A 200.00
Concurrent Consent/Minor Variance Application 4.125.00 N/A 4,125.00
Concurrent Consent Applications-First Application 3.400.00 N/A 3.400.00
Each additional application for the same lands 510.00 N/A 510.00
Sign By-law $Fee $HST $Total
Variance to Sign By-law 2,100.00 N/A 2,100.00
Sign By-law Amendment 5,600.00 N/A 5,600.00
Sidewalk Cafes $Fee $HST $Total
Application for Sidewalk Cafe 500.00 N/A 500.00
Compliance Letters $Fee $HST $Total
Site Plan Compliance Letter 200.00 N/A 200.00
Environmental Request Letter 200.00 N/A 200.00
Zoning Confirmation Letter 200.00 N/A 200.00
Publications $Fee $HST $Total
Official Plan - 39.82 5.18 45.00
Zoning By-law 79-200(as amended) 39.82 5.18 45.00
Urban Woodlot Study 26.55 3.45 30.00
Accommodations&Attractions Inventory 22.12 2.88 25.00
Garner Neighbourhood Secondary Plan 13.28 1.72 15.00
Tourism Policy Review 13.28 1.72 15.00
Tourist Area Development Strategy 13.28 1.72 15.00
Tourist Area Development Application Guide 4.43 .57 5.00
Sign By-law Review Study 13.28 1.72 15.00
Streetscape Master Plan 13.28 1.72 15.00
Reverse Lot Frontages Interim Guidelines(1989) 8.85 1.15 10.00
Site Plan Policy& Standards (copy included with application) 8.85 1.15 10.00
Smart Growth in Niagara 4.43 .57 5.00
High-rise Hotel Development Inventory No Charge
Heritage Walking Tours No Charge
Copies of Out-of-Print Materials 35.40 4.60 40.00
Photocopying-4 pages or more-Black&White 24 03 27
Community Improvement Plans $Fee $HST $Total
Brownfield CIP 8.85 1.15 10.00
Brownfield Strategy No Charge
Pilot Project Area No Charge
Financial Incentives No Charge
Main&Ferry SWOT Analysis Report No Charge
Historic Drummondville CIP 8.85 1.15 10.00
Downtown CIP 8.85 1.15 10.00
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Group A-Assembly Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
School. Church, Restaurant(over 30 seats), Library, Theatre, Educational 516.52 517.01
or Recreational Facility and Occupancies of a similar nature.
Casino 26.79 27.59
Group B-Institutional Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 perm2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Hospital, Nursing Home. Reformatory, Prison, and Occupancies of a similar nature. 16.52 17.01
Group C-Residential Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Single detached semi-detached, duplex dwelling 10.75 11.07
Triplex. Fourplex. Townhouse Dwellings 10.21 10.51
Additional fee for finished basement, in any of the above 3.14 3.23
Apartment Building 9.99 10.29
Hotel/Motel/Bed& Breakfast 16.52 17.01
Group D-Business&Personal Service Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee per
per m2 m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Office or Medical Building, Financial Institutional and Occupancies of a similar nature:
Finished 16.52 17.01
Architectural Shell 13.22 13.62
Group E-Mercantile Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 perm2
July 1,2014 Jan. 1,2015
Low Rise Retail Store. Strip Plaza. Small Restaurant of 30 seats or less. and Occupancies of a similar nature.
Finished 13.44 13.84
Architectural Shell 10.76 11.08
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Group F-Industrial Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per.m2
July 1,2014 Jan. 1,2015
Factory Plant,Warehouse. Industrial Building, and Occupancies of a similar nature. 6.55 6.74
Offices in Industrial Building 12.31 12.68
Parking Garage 4.70 4.84
Service Station. Car Wash 11.21 11.55
Accessory Structures to Group C-Residential Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Attached Garage/Carport 8.39 8.64
Other Accessory Buildings(detached garage/carport, shed) 3.46 3.56
Covered Deck/Porch 3 06 3.15
Uncovered Deck/Porch (flat tee) 15000 150 00
Sunroom/Solarium 8.39 8.64
Private Pool
-above ground -Flat Fee 150.00 150.00
-inground 200.00 200.00
Special Categories/Designated Structures Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Agricultural Building (barn, greenhouse) 3.30 3.40
Air Supported Structure, Tent,Temporary Fabric Structure(use aggregate area for multiple tents)
Under 250 m2 150.00 150.00
250 m2 or more 1.35/m2 1.35/m2
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Other Permits Continued... Permit Fee per m2
Conversion of interior of existing building to Casino $13.89
Signs-Under 10 m2 150.00 flat fee
Signs-10 m2 or more 300.00 flat fee
Trailer(construction trailer, sea container) 200.00 flat fee
Relocatable Building/Portable(support structure included) 475.00 flat fee
Communication Tower 225.00 flat fee
Unenclosed Public Swimming Pool/Spa (pool or spa only) 475.00 flat fee
Wind Turbine Structure/On Ground Solar Collector 350.00 flat fee
Roof Mounted Solar Panels 250.00 flat fee
Other Designated Structure as listed in Division A 1.3.1.1 of the Building Code 250.00 flat fee
Mobile Homes Permit Fee per m2
CSA Certified Mobile Home(foundation not included) $250.00 flat fee
Uncertified Mobile Home(foundation included) 6.24
Mobile Home Foundation 1.79
Alterations&Repairs
Group A-Assembly Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Including plumbing AND mechanical $9.91 510.21
Including plumbing OR mechanical 9.09 9.36
Excluding plumbing AND mechanical 8.26 8.51
Group B-Institutional Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m'
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Including plumbing AND mechanical 59.91 $10.21
Including plumbing OR mechanical 9.09 9.36
Excluding plumbing AND mechanical 8.26 8.51
Group C-Residential Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1, 2014 Jan.1,2015
Including plumbing AND mechanical $6.45 56.64
Including plumbing OR mechanical 5.91 6.09
Excluding plumbing AND mechanical 5.38 5.54
Foundation Only 2 69 2 27
Group D-Business and Personal Service Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Including plumbing AND mechanical
$9.91 519.31
Including plumbing OR mechanical
9.26 8.5
Excluding plumbing AND mechanical 8.26 8.511
Group E-Mercantile Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m2 per m2
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Including plumbing AND mechanical $8.06 $8.30
Including plumbing OR mechanical 7.39 7.61
Excluding plumbing AND mechanical 6.72 6.92
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Group F-Industrial Occupancies Permit Fee Permit Fee
per m' perm'
July 1,2014 Jan.1,2015
Including plumbing AND mechanical S3.93 $4.04
Including plumbing OR mechanical 3.60 3.71
Excluding plumbing AND mechanical 3.28 3.37
General Alterations-All Classifications
Roof Structure.(replace, modify or alter structure) 51.75 51.75
Installation of drainage layer and weeping tile system 5200.00 flat fee $200.00 flat fee
Minor Alteration (not requiring plans) $150.00 flat fee $150.00 flat fee
Demolition Permit Fee per m2
Building less that 275m2 in gross floor area $150.00 flat fee
All other demolitions $0.29
Miscellaneous WorksPermit Fee per m2
Underpinning(per linear metre) $29.00
Stages(Temporary) 275.00 flat fee
Demising Wall/Party Wall Installation 150.00 flat fee
Fireplace/VVoodstove 150.00 flat fee
Commercial Kitchen Hood &Fire Suppression System 275.00 flat fee
Fire Alarm System Upgrades/Installations 275.00 flat fee
Sprinkler and/or Standpipe System Upgrades/Installations 275.00 flat fee
Conditional/Partial Permits Permit Fee
Building Foundation
Complete to grade, including all underground services 15%
Completed Structural Shell
Complete exterior shell without any interior finishes 55%
Complete Architectural Shell
Complete exterior shell including interior finishes on exterior and structural walls 80%
Complete Building
Includes all tenant improvements and complete interior finish 100%
Conditional Building Permit Agreement(in addition to permit fees)-
Not Registered 1,500.00
Registered on title 2,000.00
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Administration/Permits Fee
Transfer of Permit 5150.00
Moving of a Building 100.00
Deferral of Permit Revocation 100.00
Building/Property/Zoning Report 100.00
Compliance Letter 200.00
Liquor Licence Inspection Report(collect$160 for the NFFD in addition to the$150 building fee=5310) 150.00
Limiting Distance Agreement(registered on title) 1,000
Change of Use Permit
Under 400 m2 150.00 flat fee
400 m2 or more $0.76 per sq. m
No Const.required 75.00 flat fee
Partial Occupancy Permit of an Unfinished Building 150.00 flat fee
Inspection/Plans Examination Fee
Non Routine Inspection 575/hour
Unprepared for Inspection 75.00
Off Hours Inspection $150/hour
Stock Plans Review(model plans reviewed without building permit application) 350.00
Off Hours Plans Examination/Review of Alternative Solution Submission(minimum 4 hours) $125/hour
Secondary Plans Review $75/hour
Review of Revisions/Amendments to Permits 5100/hour
Plumbing and Sewer(Exclusive of other construction)
Single,Semi-Detached,Duplex,Triplex, Fourplex,Row Houses Permit Fee
All plumbing contained inside of a building:
First seven (7) fixtures $100.00 flat fee
Per additional fixtures 58/fixture
All Other Buildings Permit Fee
All plumbing contained inside of a building.
First five(5)fixtures 5200.00 flat fee
Per additional fixtures S8/fixture
Sewer&Water Main Installation Permit Fee
All buried piping on private property outside of a building
First 15 m 5100.00 flat fee
Per additional 15 m $35.00
Backflow Preventer installation 150.00 flat fee
Back water valve installation 150.00 flat fee
Sump Pit installation(weeping tile installation included) 200.00 flat fee
Grease/Oil Interceptor installation 200.00 flat fee
Note. Plumbing and Sewer permits are only required for plumbing works done exclusive of any other permit work. Where work is done in relation to
works permitted under a building permit, a separate Plumbing and Sewer permit is NOT required.
Security Performance Deposits
Single Permit Deposit Deposit Value
Detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, duplex,triplex, fourplex, townhouse (per dwelling) $1,000 00
Multiple Permit Deposit Deposit Value
Detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, duplex, triplex. fourplex. townhouse $10,000.00
Fees Based on Value of Construction
For categories not listed above, the permit fee shall be calculated at a rate of$15.00 for each $1.000.00 of valuated construction cost. or portion
thereof. A minimum permit fee of$150.00 shall be charged for all work, unless otherwise indicated or prescribed "flat fee"has been assigned within the
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Other Permit Deposit Deposit Value
Addition(s)to buildings described above where excavation is required $750.00
Miscellaneous construction accessory to the buildings described above with a construction value greater than
$3,500 500.00
Construction projects other than those described above involving buildings or additions where a Site Plan IS
required 1,250.00
Construction projects other than those described above involving buildings or additions where a Site Plan IS
NOT required 2.500.00
Demolition Project 750.00
Moving a Building 1,000.00
Conditional Building Permit Deposit 10% of constr value
Lot Grading Deposit Value
Any type of dwelling in a plan of subdivision that has NOT already been assumed by the City (per dwelling) $1,000 00
Any type of dwelling proposed to be placed on an infill lot 1,500.00
Refunds
Stage of Permit %of Fees Paid
Where only administrative functions have been completed (application received, cost analysis complete and 90%
application is entered into Building Services Database)
Where only administrative and zoning functions have been completed 80%
Where only administrative, zoning and plans examination functions have been completed 60 •
Where the permit has been issued and field inspections have yet to be performed, subsequent to permit 50%
issuance
Where the calculated refund is less than the minimum permit fee application to the work, no refund shall be made of the fees paid.
Where a request for refund is made twelve(12)months or more after the issuance of the permit,there shall be no fees refunded.
Other Applicable Fees
Item Fee
Water Meter $211.15
911 Sign 132.21
Market Fees $Fee $HST $Total
NIAGARA FALLS FARMERS MARKET
PARK STREET MARKET(CURRENTLY INACTIVE)
Stall 1 to 37 inclusive -Daily 30.00 3.90 33.90
-Monthly 75.00 9.75 84.75
-Yearly 125.00 16.25 141.25
SYLVIA PLACE MARKET
Stalls 1 to 43 inclusive -Daily 30.00 3.90 33.90
-Monthly 75.00 9.75 84.75
-Yearly 125.00 16.25 141 25
Stalls 1, 2&3 -Yearly 1,000.00 130.00 1.130.00
Stall 4 -Yearly 500.00 65.00 565.00
Crafters'Tables- Daily 10.00 1.30 11.30
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Planning, Building & Development
City Development Charges 2013 - 2014
Subject to annual change due to CPI as per By-law-Fees effective Aug. 1/13
Development charges against land to be developed for residential use shall be based upon the following designated services within the corresponding
area provided by the City. and in proportions applicable to each service:
Designated Services Urban Area Non-Urban Area
Mun-Wide(%) Urban Services(%) City-Wide Only(°/)
Development Related Studies 2.74% 0.00% 6.68%
Roadways& Related 14.51% 0.00% 35.35%
Transit 2.95% 0.00% 7.21%
Parks& Rec. 18.48% 0.00% 45.03%
Library 2.35% 0.00% 5.73%
Sanitary Sewer 0.00% 29.97% 0.00%
Storm Water Management 0.00% 23 16% 0.00%
Sidewalks 0.00% 1.31% 0.00%
Water 0.00% 4.53% 0.00%
Total 41.03% 58.97% 100.00"%
Subject to the provisions of this part and this By-law 2009-120,development charges against land to be developed for residential use shall be calculated
and collected at the following base rates.
Development Type Urban Area Non-Urban Area
Residential $Per Dwelling Unit $Per Dwelling Unit
Single and Semi Detached Dwelling 10509 4313
Townhouse Dwelling 7006 2875
Apartment Dwelling 5718 2345
Commercial $Per sq.in.
Tourist Core 20.585
Outside Tourist Core 50.114
Non Urban Area 17.920
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Municipal Works araJuI
Private Sewer Lateral Cleaning $Fee $HST $Total
Monday to Sunday(exclusive of observed holidays)between 8.00 a.m. and 7.15 pm. 100.00 N/A 100.00
Monday to Sunday(exclusive of observed holidays)between 715 pm. and 8:00 pm. 130.00 N/A 130.00
Monday to Sunday(exclusive of observed holidays)between 8.00 pm. and 8:00 a.m. 255.00 N/A 255.00
Observed Holidays 255.00 N/A 255.00
"No Action"or False alarm (exclusive of observed holidays)between 8.00 a m. and 7.15 p.m 30.00 N/A 30.00
"No Action"or False alarm (exclusive of observed holidays)per lines 2 and 3 above 255.00 N/A 255.00
Video Inspection of a Private Sewer Service(only during times as per line one above) No charge
Copy of DVD of video inspection 10.00 N/A 10.00
Note: Payment can be made by cash, cheque. or credit card in advance of doing any work.
Purchase Water Meters $Fee $HST $Total
5/8'' 209.70 N/A 209.70
5/8"x 3/4" 211.15 N/A 211.15
3/4" 246.65 N/A 246.65
1" 333.60 N/A 333.60
1.5' 653.62 N/A 653.62
2"compound 2,442.80 N/A 2.442.80
3"compound 3.258.10 N/A 3.258 10
4"compound 4.878.63 N/A 4.878.63
6"compound 8.879.85 N/A 8,879.85
4"protectus 8.745.38 N/A 8,745.38
6"protectus 10.444.56 N/A 10.444.56
8"protectus 13.961.52 N/A 13.961.52
10"protectus 19,683.84 N/A 19,683.84
Wall Transmitter 207.85 N/A 207.85
Pit Transmitter 262.58 N/A 262.58
Water $Fee $HST $Total
Installation of Water Service or Meter Installations:
• 3/4" Residential Water Service Actual Cost N/A Actual Cost
•over 3/4"Water Service-Deposit required based on estimated costs Actual Cost N/A Actual Cost
City supervised tapping fees
•3/4"-5/8" up to and including 1"service 100.00 N/A 100.00
•2"service and above 400.00 N/A 400.00
Meter Removal Re-/Installation
•during normal working hours (per hour/per city employee)-Actual Cost 40.00 N/A 40.00
•outside normal working hours(per hour/per city employee) 100.00 N/A 100.00
Meter Removal/installation For Testing
•deposit 75.00 N/A 75.00
• actual costs additional if meter is functioning
Hydrant Flushing/Testing
•per hydrant 50.00 N/A 50.00
Request for Meter Change
City Approval, City Meter returned &Actual cost of new meter
Request for Hydrant re-locating-Actual Cost&City Approval
Bulk Water Distribution System 15.00 N/A 15.00
•purchase card
Note: For the purpose of this By-law, normal working hours shall mean Monday to Friday(exclusive of observed holidays) between 8 a.m. and 4 p m
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\iagaraJ'ui/s
Municipal Works
Subdivision Plans Prints $Fee $HST $Total
Full Size Prints 4.43 57 5 00
Photocopies (per page) 24 03 27
Letters of Compliance 13.28 1.72 15.00
Tender Documents 44.25 5.75 50.00
Engineering Manuals and Reports 22.12 2.88 25.00
Water/Sewer Maps/Reports Subdivision Plans Prints $Fee $HST $Total
Horizontal&Vertical Control Book(free update for 3 years) 44.25 5.75 50.00
Prints/Plots(1 m or less) 4.43 .57 5.00
(per 0.5 m after) 89 11 1.00
Road Occupancy Permit $Fee $HST $Total
Application 300 N/A 300
Security deposit required upon approval of application
Site Alteration Permit $Fee $HST $Total
Application 50.00 N/A 50.00
Curb Cut per linear foot(minimum cut fee$65.00) 23.00 N/A 23.00
Sidewalk Repair per sq. foot 8.50 N/A 8.50
Curb Repair per linear foot(minimum repair fee S75.00) 38.00 N/A 38.00
Site Alteration
$Fee
Application:
1"Year
N/C
2"`Year(plus security deposit- 10%estimated value of work up to$250 maximum) 50.0000
Miscellaneous $Fee $HST $Total
Cost of providing CD(if picked up) 5.30 70 6.00
Cost of providing CD(if mailed) 13.27 1.73 15.00
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Municipal Works
Cemetery Services - Resident Lot Sales
Interment Rights Cemetery Care& $Total
$Fee Maintenance $Sub-Total $ HST Fee
$Trust Fee
Adult-Single Lot 770.40 513.60 1.284.00 166.92 1.450.92
Preferred Adult-Single Lot 842.40 561.60 1,404.00 182.52 1.586.52
Adult Two Lot Plot 1,540.80 1.027.20 2,568.00 333.84 2.901.84
Preferred Adult-Two Lot 1.684.80 1.123.20 2.808.00 365.04 3.173.04
Adult-Three Lot Plot 2.311.20 1.540.80 3.852.00 500.76 4.352.76
Adult-Six Lot Plot 4,622.40 3.081.60 7,704.00 1.001.52 8.705.52
Child/ Infant-Single Lot(Fairview)-Size: 3'x 5' 216.00 144.00 360.00 46 80 406.80
Cremation Plot-Four Lots 453.60 302.40 756.00 98.28 854.28
Preferred Cremation Plot 537.60 358.40 896.00 116.48 1.012.48
Cremation Scattering (Memorial Woods&Remembrance Garden) 0.00 25.00 25.00 3.25 28.25
One Time Care &Mtnce Fee"Per Lot(grave) 0.00 120.00 120.00 15.60 135.60
Cemetery Services - Non-Resident Lot Sales
Interment Rights Cemetery Care& $Total
$Fee Maintenance $Sub-Tota! $ HST Fee
$Trust Fee
Adult-Single Lot 1,059.30 706.20 1,765.50 229.52 1.995.02
' Adult-Two Lot Plot 2,118.60 1.412.40 3,531.00 459.03 3.990.03
Adult-Three Lot Plot 3.177.90 2.118.60 5.296.50 688.55 5.985.05
Adult-Six Lot Plot 6.355.80 4.237.20 10,593.00 1.377.09 11,970.09
Child/Infant-Single Lot(Fairview)-Size 3'x5' 297.00 198.00 495.00 64.35 559.35
Cremation Plot-Four Lots 680.40 453.60 1.134.00 147.42 1,281.42
Cremation Scattering(Memorial Woods& Remembrance Garden) 0.00 25.00 25.00 3.25 28.25
One Time Care &Mtnce Fee"Per Lot(grave) 0.00 120.00 120.00 15.60 135.60
Cemetery Services - Resident Burial Fees
Interment Services Cemetery $Sub-Total $ HST $Total
$Fee
Adult Casket Burial 1,266 16 1266.16 164.60 1.430.76
Child /Infant Casket Burial 341.36 341.36 44.38 385.74
Cremains Urn Burial 388.96 388.96 50.56 439.52
Cremains Scattering 198.56 198.56 25.81 224.37
Cremains Urn Burial-Double(Admin. Fee) `Companion Urn* 82.96 82.96 10.78 93.74
Cremains-Partial 68.00 68.00 8 84 76.84
Interment Cancellation-Casket 408.00 408.00 53.04 461.04
Interment Cancellation-Urn 170.00 170.00 22.10 192.10
Cemetery Services - Non-Resident Burial Fees
Interment Services
Cemetery $Sub-Total $ HST $Total
$Fee
Adult Casket Burial 1,898.56 1,898.56 246.81 2,145.37
Child/Infant Casket Burial 511.36 511.36 66.48 577.84
Cremains Urn Burial 579.36 579.36 75 32 654.68
Cremains Urn Burial-Double(Admin. Fee)*Companion Urn* 70.00 70.00 9.10 79.10
Cremains Scattering 289.68 289.68 37.66 327.34
Cremains-Partial 68.00 68.00 8.84 76.84
Interment Cancellation -Casket 612.00 612.00 79.56 691.56
Interment Cancellation -Urn 254.32 254.32 33.06 287.38
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Niagara/1111s
Municipal Works
Cemetery Services
PLEASE NOTE:
•All Committal Service scheduling is at the approval of the Cemetery Section based on location,weather. staff availability and the number of services
requested by Funeral Directors per day.
•Monday to Friday Interment Services(except on statutory or City holidays) may be scheduled between 10.00 a.m. and 3'.15 pm. only.
•Saturday Services may be scheduled between 10:00 a.m. and 2.00 pm. only.
•Sunday and Statutory Holiday Interment Services may be scheduled between 11 00 a m. and 2:00 p.m.
•A"Scheduled"Funeral late arrival and other interment surcharges will apply as indicated in the Cemetery Fee Schedule-"interment Surcharges".
• Funeral late arrivals(arriving after the scheduled time)will be subject to an additional'Funeral Crew Standby"fee.
•Funeral Directors are responsible for advising families, in advance. of potential funeral late charges and applicable surcharges.
•One Time Care&Maintenance Fee is charged for an interment(Full Body or Cremation)that takes place in a lot(grave)that was purchased prior to
1955
Administration Services $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
Interment Rights Transfer 68.00 8.84 76.84
Interment Rights Exchange 68.00 8.84 76.84
Interment Rights/Sell Back 68.00 8.84 76.84
Interment Rights Replacement/Duplicate 34.00 4.42 38.42
Cremains Urn Burial-Double(Admin. Fee) *COMPANION URN' 70.00 9.10 79.10
Cemetery Records Search (charge per hour) 34.00 4.42 38.42
Memorial Program $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
Memorial Tree with 4"x 2 1/2" name tag 408.00 408.00
Memorial Bench with 3"x 6"plate installed on back of bench 1,700.00 1.700.00
Memorial Bench with bronze plaque(8"x 10")and stand 2,176.00 2.176 00
Memorial Marker-Maple Grove Memory Lane(includes inscription) 476.00 476.00
Foundation I Marker Installation Services $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
Concrete Foundation Per Cubic Foot. -Supply and Install 19.00 2.47 21.47
Foundation Installation (Minimum Charge) 223.00 28.99 251.99
Foundation Removal 204.00 26.52 230.52
Veteran Upright Marker Setting 108 80 14.14 122.94
Small Flat Marker Setting-under 172 sq. in. 68.00 8.84 76.84
Large Flat Marker Setting -over 172 sq. in. 108.80 14.14 122.94
Corner Markers Setting (Per set of 4) 61.20 7.96 69.16
Marker Care&Maintenance $Care&Maintenance Fee $HST $Total
Flat Marker-Over 172 sq. in. 50.00 6.50 56 50
Upright Marker including base up to 4 ft. high/long 100.00 13.00 113.00
Upright Marker including base over 4 ft. high/long 200.00 26.00 226.00
Dis-Interment Services $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
Adult/Child-Dis-interment only* 1,224.00 159.12 1.383 12
Adult/Child-Dis-interment and Re-interment 2.216.80 288.18 2.504.98
Infant-Dis-interment only 408.00 53.04 461.04
Infant-Dis-interment and Re-interment 680.00 88.40 768.40
Cremains-Dis-interment only* 204.00 26.52 230.52
Cremains-Dis-interment and Re-interment 476.00 61.88 537 88
'Remains are removed from Municipal Cemetery
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Municipal Works a :,r"'''l''
Cemetery Services
Interment Surcharge $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
Funeral Crew Standby-Monday to Saturday-Funeral procession arrives after scheduled 40.80 5 30 46.10
time(charge per 1/4 hour)
Funeral Crew Standby-Sunday& Holidays-Funeral procession arrives after scheduled time 54.40 7.07 61.47
(charge per 1/4 hour)
Late arrival scheduled after 3'.15 pm Monday to Saturday, 2'.00 pm. Sunday&Holidays 100.00 13.00 113.00
Sunday and Holiday Casket Burial-Scheduled between 11.00 a.m. &2.00 p.m. 714.00 92.82 806.82
Sunday& Holiday Cremains Burial-Scheduled between 11.00 a.m. &2:00 p.m. 380.80 49.50 430.30
Tent Rental $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
All Interment Services 272.00 35.36 307.36
Less Than 8 Working Hours Casket Burial Order 238.00 30.94 268.94
Less Than 8 Working Hours Cremains Burial Order 122.40 15.91 138.31
Lower and Seal Concrete Vault/Liner Lid 54.40 7.07 61.47
Lower Concrete Vault/Liner Box 95.20 12.38 107.58
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Municipal Works ;;, ; ;
Cemetery Services - Inurnment Rights - Resident
Maple Grove - Trillium Court Columbarium
Niche Level $Cemetery Fee $Care&Maintenance $Total Fee $HST $Total
(80%) (20%)
A&B(Double Niche) 1,056.00 264.00 1.320.00 171.60 1.491.60
C-F(Double Niche) 1,200.00 300.00 1.500.00 195.00 1.695.00
Cemetery Services - Inurnment Rights - Non-Resident
A& B (Double Niche) 1.584.00 396.00 1.980.00 257.40 2,237.40
C -F(Double Niche) 1.800.00 450.00 2.250.00 292.50 2.542.50
Product $Fee $HST $Total
Bronze Wreath-includes inscription & installation 598.4 77.79 676.19
Cemetery Services - Inurnment Rights - Resident
Maple Grove - Primrose & Perriwinkle Lanes Columbarium
Niche Level $Cemetery Fee $Care&Maintenance $Total Fee $HST $Total
(80%) (20%)
A&B(Double Niche) 816.00 204.00 1.020.00 132.60 1,152.60
C-F(Double Niche) 912.00 228.00 1,140.00 148.20 1.288 20
Cemetery Services - Inurnment Rights - Non-Resident
A& B (Double Niche) 1,224.00 306.00 1,530.00 198.90 1.728.90
C-F(Double Niche) 1.368.00 342.00 1.710.00 222.30 1.932.30
Product $Fee $HST $Total
Bronze Wreath -includes inscription& installation 598.4 77.79 676.18
Fairview - Maple Grove
Opening&Closing Service $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
RESIDENT-Single Inurnment 283.00 36 79 319.79
NON-RESIDENT-Single Inurnment 419.00 54.47 473.47
Double Cremain Inurnment' 79.00 10.27 89.27
Dis-Inter Niche Urn 68.00 8.84 76 84
'Administration Fee for the second inurnment if taking
place the same time as the first and in the same Niche
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Municipal Works Niagara/1E
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Cemetery Services - Inurnment Rights - Resident
Stamford Green Heritage Columbarium
Niche Level $Cemetery Fee $Care&Maintenance $Total $HST $Total
(80%) (20%) Fee
A-B(Single Niche) 456.00 110.00 570.00 74.10 644.10
A-B(Double Niche) 1056.00 264.00 1320.00 171.60 1,491 60
C-F(Single Niche) 576.00 144.00 720.00 93.60 813.60
C-F(Double Niche) 1.200.00 300.00 1.500.00 195.00 1.695.00
Cemetery Services - Inurnment Rights - Non-Resident
A-B(Single Niche) 681.60 170.40 852.00 110.76 962.76
A-B(Double Niche) 1.584.00 396.00 1,980.00 257.40 2,237.40
C-F(Single Niche) 864.00 216.00 1,080 00 140.40 1.220.40
C-F(Double Niche) 1,800.00 450.00 2,250.00 292.50 2.542.50
Opening&Closing Service $Cemetery Fee $HST $Total
RESIDENT-Single Inurnment 283.00 36.79 319.79
NON-RESIDENT-Single Inurnment 419.00 54.47 473.47
Double Cremain Inurnment/Companion Urn * 79.00 10.27 89.27
*Administration Fee for the second inurnment if taking
place the same time as the first and in the same Niche
Product $Fee $HST $Total
Glass-Single Niche 47.60 6.19 53.79
Glass-Double Niche 81.60 10.61 92.21
Bronze-Single Niche 598.40 77.79 676.19
Bronze-Double Niche 761.60 99.01 860.61
Key FOB (extra) Stamford Green 13.60 1.77 15.37
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Fire
\iagar,jkxri,
On-Site Inspections $Fee $HST $Total
Home Day Care, Respite Homes 100.00 13.00 113.00
Nursery Schools 120.00 15.60 135.60
Boarding Room & Lodging &Bed& Breakfast 225.00 29.25 254.25
Residential -(1-4 Units)-First Unit 120.00 15.60 135.60
-Each Additional Unit 75.00 9.75 84.75
Multi-Units -Apartments'. 1-4 Units 225.00 29.25 254.25
-Over 4 Units, rate per unit 75 00 9.75 84 75
Hotels/Motels- 1-10 Units 325.00 42.25 367.25
-Over 10 Units, rate per unit 75.00 9 75 84.75
•Commercial& Industrial. < 1.000 sq. m 120.00 15.60 135.60
•For each additional 1.000 sq. m. 35.00 4.55 39 55
•Care Occupancies 500.00 65.00 565.00
Miscellaneous $Fee $HST $Total
General File Search 100.00 13.00 113 00
Reproduce Existing Documents 60.00 7.80 67.80
Security Key Boxes 80.00 10.40 90.40
Fire Route Signs 28.00 3.64 31.64
Fire Safety Plan Review and Approval-per submission 50.00 N/A 50.00
Additional required review of a Fire Safety Plan 25.00 N/A 25.00
Letters& Produce Incident Reports to Insurance 70.00 N/A 70.00
LLBO Letters of Compliance 160.00 N/A 168.00
Special Events (Approval Letter) 70.00 N/A 70.00
Fireworks Displays(Approval Letter) 70.00 N/A 70.00
Emergency Procedure Signs 2.25 .29 2.54
Fire Safety Boxes 120.00 15.60 135.60
Lock for Fire Safety Boxes 12.00 1.56 13.56
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation 35.40 4.60 40.00
Providing and installing a listed smoke alarm 15.00 1.95 16.95
Title Searches 35.00 4.55 39 55
Corporate Profiles 35.00 4.55 39.55
Fire Safety Lecture
• Business-min. of 4 hours)-Per hour 50.00 N/A 50 00
• Non-Profit Group No Charge
Fire Extinguisher Training
• Business-per employee 5.00- 150.00 N/A 5.00- 150 00
• Non-Profit Group No Charge
Supervision of Fire Drills
•Business-per employee 55.00 55.00
• Non-Profit Group No Charge
Plan Examinations, per$1 of permit value .10 N/A .10
Zoning Amendments, per$1 of application fee .10 N/A 10
Site Plan Review, per 61 of application fee .10 N/A 10
Committee of Adjustments, per$1 of application fee 10 N/A 10
Subdivision Plans, per$1 of application fee .10 N/A .10
Municipal Licencing on Site Inspection 55.00 N/A 55.00
Municipal Licencing Fire Safety Checklist Review 28.00 N/A 28.00
Non-Resident Motor Vehicle Response
•per apparatus for first hour or part thereof 350.00 N/A 350.00
•per piece of equipment for each additional half-hour or part thereof 175.00 N/A 175.00
Second Response for Open Air Burning
•per apparatus for the first hour or part thereof 350.00 N/A 350.00
•per apparatus of equipment for each additional half hour or part thereof 175.00 N/A 175.00
Re-inspection Fee for outstanding violations for the second and each subsequent re-inspection 100.00 N/A 100.00
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Fire
Risk Safety Management Plan(RSMP)Review-Propane $Fee $HST $Total
Existing Facility-5000 USWG or less 250.00 N/A 250.00
New/Modified Facility-5000 USWG or less 500.00 N/A 500.00
Existing Facility-More than 5000 USWG 1,250.00 N/A 1_.250.00
New/Modified Facility-More than 5000 USWG 2,500.00 N/A 2.500.00
Equipment Malfunctions $Fee $HST $Total
First Two Alarms, written warning after 2""alarm No Charge
Third Alarm 300.00 N/A 300.00
Fourth Alarm 400.00 N/A 400.00
Fifth Alarm 800.00 N/A 800.00
Note. Each subsequent false alarm will result in the set fine of$800.00 with no limit.
For false alarms that are a result of repeated preventable alarms of fire.a warning letter will be provided indicating we have been to this location for
repeated false alarms that are a result of malfunctioning equipment. Any additional false alarms of the same nature within the calendar year
subsequent fees will be charged in accordance with our false alarm By-law.
Requested inspection, outside of regular business hours, on weekends or holidays, is $150.00 per hour,with a minimum fee of$300.00.
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Recreation & Culture "'c'r'y""'
Note. Commercial Groups/Community Groups Non-Profit
•Prime Hrs. are Monday-Friday 5:00 p m - 11:00 pm., Saturday-Sunday 7:00 a.m. -close
•Non-Prime Hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. & 11:00 p.m. - 1200 a.m.
•Statutory Holidays are charged at prime rates.
•Summer Ice Rates are applicable from May 1"through Aug. 31.
•Exact dates of opening and closing to be determined each year.
Cancellation Fee $Fee $HST $Total
•Arenas. playing fields and MacBain Community Centre rentals 20 2.6 22 6
Ice/Floor Rentals $Fee $HST $Total
Fall/Winter(effective Sept. 1, 2014 to Apr. 30, 2015)
Adult Ice Rental
•Prime Time 194.52 25.28 219.80
• Non-Prime Time 100.00 13.00 113.00
Youth Ice Rental
•Prime Time(Resident) 129.56 16.84 146.40
• Prime Time (Non-Resident) 164.79 21.41 186.20
• Non-Prime Time 82.70 10.75 93 45
Youth Tournament Prime Time(non-tenant) 149.34 19.41 168.75
Education Rate(all elementary schools) 50.00 6.50 56.50
Floor Rental
•Adult 63.14 8.21 71 35
•Youth 60.13 7.82 67.95
•Non-Resident 75.75 9.85 85.60
Spring/Summer(effective May 1, 2014 to Sept. 1, 2014)
All Users
• Prime Time 194.56 25.29 219.85
•Non-Prime Time 128.76 16.74 145.50
Tenant Groups
• Prime Time 159.16 20.69 179.85
• Non-Prime Time 106.11 13.79 119.90
Youth Tournament(non-tenant) Prime Time 149.34 19 41 168.75
Education Rate(all schools) 51.50 6 70 58.20
Floor Rental
•Adult 65.04 8.46 73 50
•Youth 61.95 8 05 70.00
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MacBain Community Centre Room Rental Fees
Room $Hourly Rate $HST $Total $Day Rate $HST $Total
For Profit Rental Fees
Multi-Purpose Room A 25.00 3.25 28.25 125.00 16.25 141.25
Multi-Purpose Room D 60.00 7.80 67.80 300.00 39.00 339.00
Multi-Purpose Room E 60.00 7.80 67.80 300.00 39.00 339.00
Multi-Purpose Room D/E(Together) 120.00 15.60 135.60 600.00 78 00 678.00
Community Board Room 25.00 3.25 28.25 125.00 16.25 141.25
Coronation Programming Room 60.00 7.80 67.80 300.00 39.00 339.00
Not For Profit Rental Fees
Multi-Purpose Room A 12.50 1.63 14.13 60.00 7.80 67.80
Multi-Purpose Room D/E(Together) 60.00 7.80 67.80 300.00 39.00 339 00
Multi-Purpose Room D 30.00 3.90 33.90 150.00 19.50 169.50
Multi-Purpose Room E 30.00 3.90 33.90 150.00 19.50 169.50
Coronation 30.00 3.90 33.90 150.00 19 50 169.50
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Recreation & Culture Nia' '�
Gale Centre/Chippawa Room Rental Fees
Room $Hourly Rate $HST $Total $Day Rate $HST $Total
Memorial Room
Not for Profit Community Group 50.00 6.50 56.50 200.00 26.00 226 00
For Profit Commercial Use 100.00 13.00 113.00 400.00 52.00 452.00
Birthday Parties-Per Booking 75.00 9.75 84.75
Boardrooms
Not for Profit Community Group N/A N/A
For Profit Commercial Use 25.00 3.25 28.25 125.00 16.25 141.25
Chippawa Community Room
Per Booking 75.00 9.75 84.75
Note. Per day is for an 8 hr. period. Special provisions for tournaments can be made through contract rental.
The Special Event Rental rates are for the basic use and services of the facility only. Additional charges will be added for staff. equipment rental and
any other facility requirements that are requested. Organizations serving alcoholic beverages must comply with the City's Alcohol Risk Management
Policy
Public Skating $Fee $HST $Total
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Adult(16 years and over) 3.32 .43 3.75
Child/Student (15 years and under) 2.65 .35 3.00
Family Pass (2 adults, 3 children) 6.19 .81 7.00
Swimming Lessons $Fee $HST $Total
30 Minutes 33.63 4.37 38.00
45 Minutes 35.40 4.60 40.00
60 Minutes 38.05 4.95 43.00
Swim Team 70.79 9.21 80.00
Special Events
NOTE. All rates are per day rates. All rentals are from 12.01 a.m. to 11159 pm. Rates are the same for all facilities
Commercial Groups
Arenas $Fee $HST $Total
Weekday 2,514.23 326.85 2,841.08
Weekend 2.938 59 382.02 3.320.65
Community Groups(Registered Non-Profit)
Arenas $Fee $HST $Total
Ice In 2.389.60 310.65 2.700.25
Ice Out 1.261.75 164.03 1.425.78
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Additional Services $Fee $HST $Total
Installation and removal of portable floor(per ice pad) " 3,000.00 390.00 3.390.00
Removal and re-installation of side glass" 2.800.00 364.00 3,164.00
Removal and re-installation of end glass(per end) ** 3,000.00 390.00 3.390.00
Ushers/doormen (based on 2 or 3 hrshow, per 3,800 spectators) "' 1,600.00 208.00 1,808.00
Electrical services are extra. Rental must use the arena electrical contractor.
First Aid medical services are extra and a responsibility of the rental.
-Where rentals work consecutively. City will portion installation and removals between different rentals.
"'Assumes staff required to work for maximum of 4 hours for any one show and facility filled to stands and floor capacity. City will negotiate rates
proportional to established attendance.
Multi-purpose Artificial Turf Field $Fee $HST $Total
Resident Minor/Youth Sport Organization 72.08 9.37 81.45
Non-Resident Minor/Youth Sport Organization 87.88 11.42 99.30
Resident Adult Not-For-Profit, Sport Organization 103.01 13.39 116.40
Non-Resident Adult Not-For-Profit, Sport Organization 133.89 17.41 151.30
Commercial, Private Clubs or For Profit 164.78 21.42 186.20
Education rate 56.64 7.36 64.00
Lighting (one hour) 16.73 2.17 18.90
Lighting (two hours) 27.88 3.62 31.50
Lighting (per four hour block) 55.76 7.24 63.00
Playing Fields $Fee $HST $Total
Youth per participant, includes practices, games and tournaments 6.55 .85 7.40
Senior per participant. includes practices.games and tournaments 6.55 .85 7.40
Adult per team (new), includes practices and games(tournaments not included) 93.89 12.21 106.10
Track-Exclusive Use(Oakes Park)-per day 20.62 2.68 23.30
Per Hour Options $Fee $HST $Total
A Category Playing Fields
Resident youth 5.31 69 6.00
Non-resident youth 12.74 1.66 14.40
Resident adult 10.62 1.38 12.00
Non-resident adult 31.81 4.14 35.95
Commercial 42.43 5.52 4795
B Category Playing Fields
Resident youth 4.24 .56 4.80
Non-resident youth 10.62 1.38 12 00
Resident adult 8.50 1.10 9.60
Non-resident adult 21.24 2.76 24.00
Commercial 31.81 4.14 35.95
C Category Playing Fields
Resident youth no charge
Non-resident youth 4.78 ..62 5.40
Resident adult 5.31 .69 6.00
Tournament Day Rate(day= 10 hours/field)
Resident youth 26.50 3.45 29.95
Non-resident youth 74.56 9.69 84.25
Resident adult 26.50 3.45 29.95
Non-resident adult 127.30 16.55 143.85
Commercial 254.60 33.10 287.70
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Lighting $Rate $HST $Total
Lighting -One hour 16.73 2.17 18 90
Lighting -Two hours 27.88 3.62 31.50
Lighting -Per four hour block 55.76 7.24 63.00
Coronation 50 Plus Recreation Centre
effective Sept.6/11
Program Fees $Fee $HST $Total
55c Program Drop In 49 06 55
80d Program Drop In 71 09 80
51.10 Drop In -97 -13 1.10
52-15 Drop In 1.90 25 2.15
52.50 Reg Fit Class 2.21 29 2.50
$3.50 Advanced Fit Class 3.10 40 3.50
Bingo& Lunch -Member 3.54 46 4.00
Bingo& Lunch - Non-Member 4.42 58 5.00
Drop In Pass 9 73 1.27 11.00
Yoga/Aqua per session 4.87 63 5.50
Zumba per session 3.98 52 4.50
Wetness Pass 17.70 2.30 20.00
Tai Chi per month 10.62 1.38 12.00
Computer Lessons 4.42 58 5.00
Assessment& Program 17.70 2.30 20.00
$2.50 Fit Class Pass 22.12 2.88 25.00
$3.50 Fit Class Pass 30.97 4.03 35.00
Membership Fee $Fee $HST $Total
Resident 23.01 2.99 26.00
Non-Resident 27.43 3.57 31.00
Miscellaneous $Fee $HST $Total
Newsletters 66 09 75
Photocopies 13 02 15
Advertising in Newsletter $Fee $HST $Total
Bus. Card per issue 15.00 1.95 16.95
Bus. Card per year 80 00 10.40 90.40
1/4 Page per issue 20.00 2.60 22.60
1/4 Page per year 110.00 14.30 124-30
112 Page per issue 35.00 4.55 39.55
1/2 Page per year 200.00 26.00 226.00
Full Page per issue 60.00 7.80 67.80
Full Page per year 300.00 39.00 339.00
Room Rentals $Fee $FIST $Total
Blue Room-Min. 4 hrs. (1/2 Day) 25.00 3.25 28.25
Blue Room-Over 4 hrs. (Full Day) 40.00 5.20 45.20
New Auditorium - Min. 4 hrs (1/2 Day) 50.00 6.50 56 50
New Auditorium-Over 4 hrs. (Full Day) 75.00 9.75 84.75
Main Auditorium-Min-4 hrs-(1/2 Day) 75.00 975 84.75
Main Auditorium-Over 4 hrs. (Full Day) 100.00 13-00 113.00
Lower Auditorium-Min-4 hrs. (1/2 Day) 50-00 6.50 56.50
Lower Auditorium-Over 4 hrs. (Full Day) 75.00 9.75 84.75
Room Set Up Charge 25.00 3.25 28.25
Cancellation Fee 20.00 2.60 22.60
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Museums Fee Schedule
Niagara Falls History Museum Attendance $Fee $HST $Total
Adult(20+) 4.42 58 5.00
Student(6-19 years old or with valid ID) 3.54 .46 4.00
Under 6 years old Free
Family(up to 5 people-max. 3 adults) 13.27 1.73 15.00
Battle Ground Hotel Museum&Willoughby Historical Museum $Fee $HST $Total
Admission by Donation
Educational Programs(minimum 15 participants) $Fee $HST $Total
School program (approx. 90 mins.)/student 4.42 .58 5.00
School-self guided tour/student 1.77 .23 2.00
45 Minute Museum or Battlefield Experience (school)/student 2.65 35 3.00
45 Minute Museum or Battlefield Experience(group)/person 4.42 .58 5.00
90 Minute Museum & Battlefield Experience(school)/student 3.54 .46 4.00
90 Minute Museum & Battlefield Experience(group)/person 7.08 .92 8.00
Additional Tour of Battle Ground Hotel I person 1 77 23 2.00
Full Day Educational Outreach 221.24 28.76 250.00
1/2 Day Educational Outreach 132.74 17.26 150.00
Special Events $Fee $HST $Total
Drummond Hill Cemetery Tours/person 11.5 1.5 13
Photographic Reproductions $Fee $HST $Total
Digital Copy(e-mailed) 8.85 1.15 10.00
Image to disc 13.27 1.73 15.00
Colour copy of image 2.65 .35 3.00
Photocopy(b&w) .17 .03 20
Additional charges apply to newly created data
Membership $Fee $FIST $Total
Individual Membership/year 13.27 1.73 15.00
Family Membership/year 22.12 2.88 25.00
Other $Fee $HST $Total
Educational Kit rental/week 8.85 1.15 10.00
Research Request/first hour Free
Research Request-additional research/hour 44.25 5.75 50.00
Rentals(regular hours of operation) $Fee $HST $Total
Theatre(per hour) 30.00 3.90 33.90
Theatre(Day) 125.00 16.25 141.25
Use of audio-visual equipment(one time fee) 20.00 2.60 22.60
Courtyard (per hour) 30.00 3.90 33.90
Courtyard (per day) 125.00 16.25 141.25
Research Room Free
Cancellation Fee (one time fee) 20.00 2.60 22.60
Rentals(After hours) $Fee $HST $Total
The Museum (per hour) 150.00 19.50 169.50
Use of audio-visual equipment(one time fee) 20.00 2.60 22.60
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Permits $Fee $HST $Total
Commercial Vehicle
Loading Permit-Annually
• First such motor vehicle 50.00 6.50 56.50
•Second such motor vehicle-under same registered owner as the first permit 10.00 1.30 11.30
• Each additional such motor vehicle under the same registered owner as the 1"and 2""permits. 5.00 65 5.65
Oversize/Overweight Load Permit-Single Trip 25.00 3.25 28.25
-Annually 150.00 19.50 169.50
On-street Overnight Parking Permit-Annually 50.00 6.50 56.50
Newspaper Box Permit-Annually 20.00 N/A 20.00
On-Street Parking Fees(per hour) .88/1.11/1.77 .12/.14/23 1.00/125/2.00
Parking Meter Bagging(per meter per day)-minimum' 10.00 1.30 11.30
'Actual lost revenue cost applies if bagged longer than 3 days.
Residential On-Street Permit/Replacement Cost 10.00 1.30 11.30
Parking Lots-Municipal Parking $Fee $HST $Total
Lot 1 -per month 25.00 3.25 28.25
Lot 2-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 2-per hour 89 11 1 00
Lot 3-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot3-perhour .89 i1 i.00
Lot 4-per hour 1.77 23 2.00
Lot 4-per 8 hours 8.89 1.16 10.05
Lot 5-per hour 1.77 .23 2.00 -
Lot 7-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 8-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 9-per month 25.00 3.25 28.25
Lot 9-per hour .89 11 1.00
Lot 10-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 10-per hour .89 11 1.00
Lot 11 -per hour .89 11 1.00
Lot 12-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 12 -per hour 89 .11 1.00
Lot 13-per month 25.00 3 25 28.25
Lot 13 -per hour 89 .11 1.00
Lot 14-per month 25.00 3 25 28.25
Lot 14 -per hour .89 11 1.00
Lot 15-per month 55.00 7.15 52.15
Lot 15-per hour 1.77 23 2.00
Lot 17-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 18-per hour 1.77 23 2.00
Lot 18-per 8 hours 8.85 1.15 10.00
Lot 19-per month 40.00 5.20 45.20
Lot 19-per hour 89 .11 1 00
Lot 20-per hour 1.77 .23 2.00
Lot 20-per 8 hours 8.85 1.15 10.00
On Street Rate
Commercial/Business 1.11 .14 1.25
Hospital 1.33 17 1.50
Tourist 221 29 2.50
Parking Lot Permit Replacement Cost
• 1-15 days Full Cost of Lot
• 16-31 days Half Cost of Lot
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Parking Violations $Fee $HST $Total
Parked Overtime-Meter Zones 20.00 N/A 20.00
Parked Expired Meter-Designated Metered Zones 12.00 N/A 12.00
Parked Facing Wrong Way 25.00 N/A 25.00
Over 30 cm From Edge of Roadway 25.00 N/A 25 00
Parked on a Boulevard 25.00 N/A 25.00
Obstructing a Sidewalk 50.00 N/A 50.00
Parked in a Taxi Stand 40.00 N/A 40.00
Obstructing Lane or Driveway 25.00 N/A 25.00
Parking within 20"of a Crosswalk 50.00 N/A 50.00
Parking between 2.00 am-6.00 am 25.00 N/A 25.00
Parking in a Bus Stop 50.00 N/A 50.00
Stopping in No Stopping Zone 50.00 N/A 50.00
Parking Hwy Vehicle Overnight 80.00 N/A 80.00
Obstruction Fire Lane 95.00 N/A 95.00
Handicapped Parking Only 300.00 N/A 300.00
Parking Control Photos .50 N/A 50
Parking Infraction Record Information 5.00 N/A 5.00
NSF Fees 35.00 N/A 35.00
Court Conviction Costs 16.00 N/A 16.00
Traffic/Engineering Information $Fee $HST $Total
8 Hour Intersection Traffic Count-per location 200.00 26.00 226.00
24 Hour Automatic Traffic Recorder(ATR)-per location 75.00 9.75 84.75
Spot Speed Study-Radar Gun-per location 50.00 6.50 56.50
24 Hour Speed Study(ATR) -per location 100.00 13.00 113.00
Motor Vehicle Collision Summary Report-per location 50.00 6.50 56.50
Intersection Capacity Analysis-per location 100.00 13.00 113 00
Traffic Signal Timing Plan Summary-per location 50.00 6.50 56.50
Disabled Parking Sign 25.00 3.25 28.25
Disabled Parking Tab(5300 Fine) 10.00 1.30 11.30
6 foot Telespar Post 30.00 3.90 33.90
24 Hour Automatic Traffic Recorder(ATR)-Season-appr. 150 locations 1.000.00 130.00 1,130.00
Commercial Parking Lot Sign 55.00 7.15 62.15
Administrative Penalties . $Fee
Hearing Non-appearance Fee 550.00
Late Payment Fee 20.00
MTO Search Fee 15.00
Screening Non-appearance Fee
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Niagara Falls Transit Fare Structure $Fee $HST $Total
Cash Fares(Exact Change)
Adult 2.50 N/A 2.50
VIP-Senior-65&older 2.25 N/A 2.25
Student-13 to 19 yrs- 2.25 N/A 2.25
6 to 12 yrs. 1.25 N/A 1 25
5 and under Free
10 Ride Pass
Adult 23.00 N/A 23.00
VIP-Senior-65&older 20.50 N/A 20.50
Student- 13 to 19 yrs. 20.50 N/A 20.50
30 Day Passes
Adult 70.00 N/A 70.00
VIP-Senior-65&older 54.00 N/A 54.00
Student- 13 to 19 yrs. 54.00 N/A 54.00
High School Semester
Student 192 N/A 192
WEGO-Visitor Transportation System
Adult-24 hour pass 6.20 80 7.00
Adult-48 hour pass 10.18 1.32 11.50
Child-6 to 12 yrs. -24 hour pass 3.54 46 4.00
Child-6 to 12 yrs. -48 hour pass 7.08 92 8.00
5 and under Free
Bus Charter
Bus Charter-per hour 100 13 113
minimum charter time-2 hours
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Niagarcafalls
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
(905) 356-7521
www.niagarafalls.ca
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014
A by-law to amend by-law 89-2000, a by-law regulating parking and traffic on City Roads.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. Section 1001.01 is deleted replaced with following, hereto:
Any fine imposed or offence created by this by-law is subject to the provisions of the
Municipal Act with the exemption of the fine for disabled parking infractions which
is subject to the provisions of the Provincial Offences Act.
2. That the amendment comes into effect on July 1, 2014.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2014-
A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the
101h day of June, 2014.
WHEREAS it is deemed desirable and expedient that the actions and proceedings of
Council as herein set forth be adopted, ratified and confirmed by by-law.
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF
NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. The actions of the Council at its meeting held on the 10`h day of June, 2014
including all motions, resolutions and other actions taken by the Council at its said
meeting, are hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed as if they were expressly
embodied in this by-law, except where the prior approval of the Ontario Municipal
Board or other authority is by law required or any action required by law to be taken
by resolution.
2. Where no individual by-law has been or is passed with respect to the taking of any
action authorized in or with respect to the exercise of any powers by the Council,
then this by-law shall be deemed for all purposes to be the by-law required for
approving, authorizing and taking of any action authorized therein or thereby, or
required for the exercise of any powers thereon by the Council.
3. The Mayor and the proper officers of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls are
hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said
actions of the Council or to obtain approvals where required, and, except where
otherwise provided, the Mayor and the Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to
execute all documents arising therefrom and necessary on behalf of the Corporation
of the City of Niagara Falls and to affix thereto the corporate seal of the Corporation
of the City of Niagara Falls.
Passed this tenth day of June, 2014.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: June 10, 2014
Second Reading: June 10, 2014
Third Reading: June 10, 2014