2015/02/10 Schedule for February 10, 2015
4:00 In Camera Meeting Committee Room # 1
5:00 Council Meeting Council Chambers
CITY OF. ,' .CANADA
NIAGARA f1._
The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Resolution
No.
Moved by
Seconded by
WHEREAS all meetings of Council are to be open to the public; and
WHEREAS the only time a meeting or part of a meeting may be closed to the public if the
subject matter falls under one of the exceptions under s. 239(2)of the Municipal Act, 2001;
and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT on February 10, 2015 at 4:00 p.m., Niagara Falls
Council will go into a closed meeting, prior to their regularly scheduled meeting at 5:00 p.m.
to consider a matter that falls under the subject matter of 239(c)a proposed
acquisition or disposition of lands and 239(f), advice that is subject to solicitor-client,
related to 4320 bridge Street, 4327 Bridge Street and 4601 Park Street.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
DEAN IORFIDA JAMES M. DIODATI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
Niag araFalls
COUNCIL MEETING
February 10, 2015
PRAYER: Councillor Kerrio
ADOPTION OF MINUTES: The January 27th minutes will be included in the next agenda
package.
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 P.M.
6740 Marshall Road
Council will hear from the following regarding the property noted above:
Margaret Pirosko
Eric Gillespie
Rocky Vacca, on behalf of LKQ Corporation
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Background memo from the City Clerk
Strategic Planning 2015 - 2018
A presentation finalizing Council's Strategic Priorities for the 2015 - 2018 Council
term will take place.
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Capital Asset Management
A presentation regarding the Capital Asset Management Plan will take place.
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F-2015-06, Capital Management Asset Plan
F-2015-05, 2014 Capital Projects Update
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MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
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COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1. Fresh Air Fund - requesting that March 20th be proclaimed "Fresh Air Fund" day in
the City of Niagara Falls.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
2. Municipal Heritage Committee - requesting that the week of February 16th to 22nd
be proclaimed "Municipal Heritage Week".
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
3. Memo from City Clerk-providing information on cold weather alerts and homeless
shelters in the community.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
Additional items for Council's Consideration:
the City Clerk will advise of any items for council consideration.
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RATIFICATION OF "IN CAMERA" MATTERS
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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.
CD-2015-03, Decals on City Vehicles
L-2015-05, Toneguzzo Estate, 4106 Hickson Avenue Lot 175, Plan 304, Delivery of
Deed. File No. 2014-168
L-2015-06, Ministry of Transportation Ontario and the City Lease Extension and
Amending Agreement Kitchener StreetNictoria Avenue Parking Lot
MW-2015-02, Blackburn Parkway Extension Development Agreement with Cantex
Distribution Inc.
MW-2015-03, Assumption of Various Subdivisions
PBD-2015-08, AM-32-2005, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
4311 Mann Street, Block 95, Plan 59M-395, Chippawa West Phase 2 — Stage 1 Plan
of Subdivision) Applicant: Rosehaven Homes (Niagara-Towns Homes Inc.)
Removal of Holding (H) Symbol
PBD-2015-09, DRU 2014-005, 5501 Ferry Street, Commercial Building & Facade
Improvement Grant, Applicant: Pina Abbruscato
TS-2015-03 Pavement Markings
PRESENTATIONS/DEPUTATIONS 6:30 P.M. 1
A.N. Myer Senior Football Team
The A.N. Myer Senior Boys Football team will be recognized on winning the
O.F.S.A.A. Bowl Championships.
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REPORTS 7:00 P.M.
TS-2015-04 Caledonia Street— Speed Control Review
RESOLUTIONS
1. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Niagara Falls City Council authorize staff to
submit an application to the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program,
through FedDev Ontario, related to economic development initiatives in the
municipality.
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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.
2015-20 A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking
and traffic on City Roads. (Stopping Prohibited, Parking Prohibited, Stop
Signs at Intersections, Yield Signs at Intersections)
2015-21 A by-law to amend By-law No. 2006-205 which amended By-law No. 79-200,
to remove the holding symbol (H) on Block 95, Plan 59M-395 located on the
north side of Mann Street, west of Sodom Road, to allow a townhouse
project to proceed (AM-32/2005).
2015-22 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Extension and Amending
Agreement with the MTO respecting the use of a parking lot located at
Kitchener Street and Victoria Avenue.
2015-23 A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting
held on the 10th day of February, 2015.
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NEW BUSINESS
CLERKS DEPARTMENT
Inter-Departmental Memo
To: Mayor James M. Diodati & Members of Council
From: Dean lorfida, City Clerk
Date: February 10, 2015
Re: 6740 Marshall Road
On this evening's agenda is a deputation from Margaret Pirosko, Willodell Road
property owner, and legal counsel retained by her, Eric Gillespie. The deputation is
related to concerns regarding the address noted above, the former Queensway Auto
Wreckers, now owned by LKQ Corporation. Rocky Vacca will be representing LKQ at
the meeting.
The following is provided for background information to Council.
6740 Marshall Road is the location of the (former) Queensway Auto Wreckers, a legal
non-conforming wrecking yard, licensed through the Region, which has been in
existence since the 1960's. The property was sold in 2014 to LKQ Corporation, a multi-
national corporation that operates scrapyards and auto parts distribution throughout the
world. LKQ has already increased the staff on-site to sixteen and have expressed their
desire to expand the operation on the property.
Part of the property was farmed over the years. The farmer who leased the land was
given his notice at the conclusion of the recent growing season. In late 2014, LKQ
started scraping about six inches of topsoil on the agricultural lands. The dirt has been
moved into piles/berms along the property, most notably adjacent to the Pirosko's farm
to the south. LKQ has indicated that the soil removal is related to the expansion of their
operation and to improve drainage. A subsequently submitted plan shows the berm,
adjacent to the Pirosko's property, being kept, with other berms being temporary. Also,
the southern berm will provide a natural barrier between the nearby agricultural
properties and this legal non-conforming use.
Residents in the area brought their concerns to the attention of City staff when the land
was being scraped in late November. The residents feel that the legal non-conforming
wrecking yard should be limited to the footprint it occupied and should not be allowed to
expand. LKQ has been open that it has every intention to expand the existing operation
within the boundaries of the property.
A Great City ... For Generations To Come
The City does have a Site Alteration By-law, which regulates the placing or dumping of
fill, the removal of topsoil and the alteration of the grade of land within the City of
Niagara Falls. The by-law contemplates a permit through Municipal Works for any site
alteration works. LKQ did proceed with site alteration works without first applying for a
permit.
Staff met with principals from LKQ prior to Christmas. The company engaged a land
surveyor and provided an appropriate plan that has been circulated to commenting
agencies, such as the NPCA (Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority). The plan will
be reviewed to ensure that any alteration does not have an adverse effect on
neighbouring properties and that proper drainage is maintained. As per Council's
direction at the previous meeting, staff has not approved the plan. Municipal works staff
has met with nearby neighbours regarding the plan, including a representative of
Pirosko's Farms.
There have been additional complaints registered by neighbours. Allegations of
eliminating a watercourse or dumping of materials in water courses have been referred
to the NPCA and MOE (Ministry of the Environment), respectively. Similar complaints
occurred during the former ownership.
There have been complaints that the business is a "24-7" operation. The wrecking yard
operates during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), however, vehicles are
occasionally delivered in the evenings. LKQ is willing to alter delivery routes and times
so as to not upset the neighbours on Willodel Road and minimize truck impact on the
road.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
A Great City ... For Generations To Come
01/15/2015 THU 11: 29 FAX IZ002/003
ERIC K. GILLESPIE PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
EKG BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS
Eric K Gillespie,LL.B.
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Direct Tel:416.703.6362
Email;egillespiet gillespielaw.ca
Delivered Email and Fax
Mr. Dean lorfida
City Clerk
Clerk's Office
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street, Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mr. lorfida:
RE:6740 Marshall Road
We are the lawyers for Joseph Pirosko and Pirosko Farm that owns land adjacent to the above
referenced address.
A limited portion of 6740 Marshall Road is used as an automobile wrecking yard and/or for the
collection, storage and sale of inoperable automobiles and their parts. The majority of the land is used
for agriculture, which is consistent with the current zoning at the site.
While auto wrecking yards are generally prohibited in most areas of the City of Niagara Falls, in this case,
the use is historic and protected by section 34(9) of the Planning Act because it is legally non-
conforming.
We understand the property was recently sold to LKQ Inc., a publically traded multi-national corporation
that provides replacement parts, components and systems needed to repair cars and trucks.
Our clients are concerned that LKQ Inc. has the intention of expanding the area of the subject property
used as an auto wrecking yard.
As you are aware, the legal non-conforming status of a use is limited.The courts have found the
intensification or expansion of the legal non-conforming uses that create undue additional or
aggravated problems are inconsistent with the acquired rights of legal non-conforming uses.'
For example, LKQ Inc. recently erected berms at the edges of its property.These revisions to the site
have caused significant flooding on our client's land. This flooding interferes with our client's ability to
use its land for agriculture.
.S'ainr-Romauld(C.'iry)v. Olivier,2001 SCC 57 al paras. 34 and 36.
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01/15/2015 THU 11: 28 FAX X003/003
ERIC K. GILLESPIE PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
EKG
BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS
Further, the intensification of auto-wrecking and the storage of inoperable auto parts at 6740 Marshall
Road is likely to invite added pollution to a nearby conservation area, congestion, noise and other
noxious effects.
Such impacts have been held by courts in Ontario as being inconsistent with the rights acquired by
section 34(9) of the Planning Act thereby preventing certain intensification of uses.2
Our firm will present these concerns and others to the Council of the City of Niagara Falls at its January
27, 2015 meeting.
We will ask the City to take appropriate steps in order to prevent the expansion and Intensification of
auto-wrecking at 6470 Marshall Road. In the interim, in our respectful submission, no further steps
should be taken by the City in relation to this matter.
Yours very truly,
ERIC K.GILLESPIE
PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
Per:
Eric K. Gillespie
C: James M. Diodati, Mayor
Wayne Campbell, Councillor
Kim Craitor,Councillor
Carolyn loannoni,Councillor
Vince Kerrio, Councillor
Joyce Morocco, Councillor
Victor Pietrangelo,Councillor
Mike Strange, Councillor
Wayne Thompson,Councillor
Ken Beaman,City Solicitor
2 Kirk(c.o.b, Lakeshore Automotive) v. Larnhton,2012 ONCJ 809; Oilari'u (Cl,';) v Spirak, [2009] O.J.No. 5859.
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STRATEGIC
PRIORITIES
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01/30/2015 DRAFT DOCUMENT
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Economic nowt
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Goa We are committed to be a City that will attract and retain business investment,
create employment, diversify the economy and broaden the tax base.
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_coed t: _:C "a e redo ,i; i,%\,estmert and economic growth
-:_, :7 Foster business investment and job creation through existing Community Improvement Plans
(CIP) and the establishment of a City-Wide CIP
• A City-wide CIP would encourage employment through expansion or new investment in
targeted sectors such as manufacturing; information/communication technology. creative
industries. research & development. major tourism attractions across the City. The program
would maximize tax benefits and reduce development fees
• Promote appropriate residential intensification in nodes and corridors and in brownfield areas
to strengthen commercial opportunities
• Facilitate future development of greenfield areas through the preparation of secondary plans
to direct new growth
Develop an implementation strategy for the Niagara Economic Gateway Zone
• Complete the Economic Gateway Zone strategy and promote the zone
• Establish Niagara as a free trade zone with advantages such as duty free and tax relief
Ensure Montrose Business Park is Shovel-Ready for Development
• Complete the tree study for the business park site
• Clear and grade the entire site for development to make it marketable to potential clients
• Complete site servicing of the park
Identify and implement new "business friendly" initiatives, and establish a one-window
approval process with clear timelines
_. , ,, 3 ..,_ .i'_ N a-11r_3 FE-;' 3, C..,ta c ._ .pte r-_e es r e moq dest "ration
e.-: .- = Strengthen the two Casinos in Niagara Falls and lobby for expansion of the gaming industry
in Niagara Falls
• Strive to improve the competitiveness and prosperity of the City s two casinos for the long term
• Ensure measures are in place to stay competitive with American casinos
Continue to pursue the Modernization of Casino Niagara
• Actively icoby the OLG and provincial government to modernize Casino Niagara
Encourage the Development of a new 7,000 Seat Entertainment Complex
• Ar RFC,' 'noes released in spring 2014 for the development of the theatre. Continue to meet Nth
the OL. and Province to push for the release of the RFP in 2015
• r>>eet ,Kith ail Provincial ministries that have the capacity to move the initiative forward
Eàónomic
Growth
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_; . - .. . j'; ..iiiiil GO Ira. SE. , . _ t., Niagara PaIls to le.rerage the economic
', N ?'r F:a!ls to the GTA
• Continue to work with N1etrolinx, the Seaway Authority. the Region and other agencies to
promote the business case for year round GO Train service
• Establish the appropriate development environment to support a multi-modal
transportation hub
9 + ii, (7-, F`'y¢.'.'i' t,,,..? ir.; yo-_,:`h a,'d *'act youth from across the world to Niagara Falls by
c a ,`,ii; (1,,-at u i and oi-ireet opportunities
V`. , n -. Develop a Post-Secondary Educational Hub and Entrepreneurial Village in Niagara Falls
• Continue to lobby the Provincial government for support of a Post-Secondary Educational
Hub and Entrepreneurial Village in Niagara Falls
• Pursue relationships with potential university and college partners
• Develop business incubators - establish Niagara Falls as a centre for excellence in
innovation and entrepreneurship
• Review the use of CIPs to support these initiatives
Identify and Implement Strategies to Encourage Innovation and Small Business Start-Ups
• Build on the launch of the small business incubator to promote success stories to college
and university students
• Leverage opportunities with colleges, universities, centres of excellence. research
institutions and cultural institutions to foster innovation
• Foster an entrepreneurial culture that ensures existing and ensures that existing and
start-up businesses are being adequately supported on an ongoing basis and positioned
as a key input to the City's economic growth in the future
• Develop a business mentoring program by creating an on-line platform to link existing
business expertise with new businesses and provide useful resources
• Develop a plan for -etarning entrepreneurs once they have graduated from the incubators
--_` • Leverage Niagara Fallsunique brand strength. exploring development partnerships that
are of the same caliber
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• Work collaboratively with area municipalities on facilitating and supporting further
integration of a region-wide transportation network
• Focus on investment/attraction lead generation. innovation and entrepreneurship.
economic research and analysis, and advocacy
Infrastructure Sustainabilit
Infrastructure is critical to the competitiveness of our economy, the quality
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of life citizens enjoy, and the delivery of public services. We are committed
to ensure that investments in infrastructure maximize benefits, reduce risk,
and provide satisfactory levels of service to the public.
,p f,-,+e ', -Itairs and (^' d„ the t t',' s irfrast, oct,.are and other assetsin an
eiand intec,rated way
--"S Implement a Preventative Maintenance Program for all City Facilities
• Adopt as new" standard for maintenance level for City facilities
• Implement a regular inspection program for major City buildings
• Approve facility preventative maintenance city wide contracts
• Ensure facilities meet the escalating requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with
Disabilities Act (AODA)
Develop a plan for the replacement of the Municipal Works Service Centre
• Implement a phased approach to the replacement of the Municipal Works Service
Centre facility
Complete the WEGO Transportation System Facility
• New WEGO Niagara Falls Transit building will be completed in early 2015
• Complete reports for Provincial and Federal governments
• Review redevelopment opportunities for the existing transit garage
Complete the LED Street Lighting Study, and make recommendations on the replacement of
lighting infrastructure city-wide
Ensure sufficient infrastructure capacity is available to accommodate commercial and
industrial employment growth forecasts.
Review gaps in broadband/fiber optic connectivity so businesses can operate on a global
platform
Address Basement Flooding Issues in Flood Prone Areas of the City
• Continue implementation of Weeping Tile Removal Assistance Program (WRAP)
• Educate the community about the effects of Fats Oils and Greases ("FOG) on sanitary
sewer pipes
• Implement recommendations developed in the Master Drainage Plan and Pollution
Control Plan Update Studies
Infrastructure Su
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, _. .. Continue the implementation of the Cemeteries Business Plan
Continue the implementation of the Strategic Plan for the Provision of Parks, Recreation,
Arts & Culture including development of the City-wide trail system
Develop and implement a strategy for reducing non-revenue water losses and establish a
program for water meter replacement, using best practices
Work in close cooperation with the Niagara Region to complete critical infrastructure
projects such as;
• Low Lift Pump Station Upgrade and Storage Facility
• Thorold Stone Road Extension — Phase 1 and 2
• Stanley Avenue Road Reconstruction Project
• Water Loss, later Balance Project
• Railway Relocation Study
• klewburn Road Bridge Replacement
• Bridge Street Re-construction
r . 'Financial Stability
Go al We are committed to be financially responsible to the residents of Niagara
Falls by practicing prudent fiscal management of existing resources, and
by making sound long-term choices that allow core City programs and
services to be sustainable now and into the future.
J: '‘:' D _e i i;c Asset Mariagement Plans that Px ) . t.i.ze Projects based on need
U -. :' • Upgrade capital asset plan annually and ensure that capital reinvestment decisions
are consistent with the asset management plan
• Review municipal facilities viability as part of Asset Management Plan
f t; -r', .a"'a . iprig-term ,iscai heath and administrative effectiveness through
res aor•s;hle financi:e ste'+iardshp and robust internal administrative structures
and processes
J ' r,r_. Establish utility rates that ensure long term sustainability of infrastructure investment
• Perform rate structure review of sewer and water rates
Review fee-for-service and grant arrangements for community groups and agencies
• Review all user fees and fees-for-service to ensure appropriate recovery rates
Rationalize City owned assets
• Undertake City Fleet Optimization and financing review
Develop a risk management framework
• Develop and implement an risk management framework that assists Council and
staff in strategically assessing and addressing the various risks facing the City over
time and incorporate risk management into budget process
Implement a debt management plan
• Review the debt management strategy in conjunction with the Asset Management
Plan
• Implement debt management strategies to lower the City's debt while addressing
risks and financial flexibility
Develop a strategy to maximize non-tax revenue
• All user fees and service charges will be reviewed to maximize tax payer
subsidization of service delivery
• Alternative sources of revenue will be identified and assessed
• An ad hoc committee will be struck to review the Recreation & Culture fee schedule
including playing field and ice rental rates
• Develop and promote new revenue opportunities including sponsorship
epccr-t cities and advertising programs
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.. Organizational Effectiveness
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', We are committed to being efficient and effective in our delivery of
municipal services and use of resources, and accountable to our citizens
and stakeholders.
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k �' .;-ii.-- '1'.'''S • Review the City's use of the Cartegraph Operations Management System (OMS)
technology
• Improve election processes through a review of the 2014 election. Make appropriate
recommendations for the 2018 elections in areas such as the number of polls. and
consider new technoiogy such as teiepnone and e-voting etc.
• Ongoing focus on continuous improvement
• Utilize Process Mapping to examine and solve specific problems
• Update the City s Retention By-law
• Improve By-law enforcement through updates of standards. protocols and practices
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*'= . _ • Undertake a review of Niagara Falls Public Library system
• Review and revise the mandates goals and protocols of committees of Council
• Undertake a review of Niagara District Airport governance structure and engage in
discussions on the regionalization of this asset
• Deelop and impler,ent a Talent Management strategy that incorporates Human
Resources metrics;benchmarKs. succession planning and leadership development
.with a focus on eo-ployee engagement. developing leaders and talent. fostering a
healthy organization recruitr�.ent. and rewarding and recognizing employees
• Cortinue the impiementation of the Municipal Energy Plan, prepared in 2014
• Implement a paperless Council agenda with supporting technology for Council & Senior
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uomer Service Excellence
G; c ' The efficient handling of customer inquiries and issues and the provision
of information to the public, through collaborative efforts of staff, is
fundamental to customer satisfaction. We are committed to achieve
excellence in customer service satisfaction and to actively promote citizen
engagement.
• ..ri z mr.i 1 , _ „r e -{:'ranted culture and
tiTE: St'1; :e f tne
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J %5 • Investigate online payment options (credit cards) for city services
• Review customer service hours at all facilities
• Continue to make accessibility improvements at all City facilities
H., an Resources system recruitment.
p ot:c t u ' c 3 .:1 leadership deielopment
r<2:,, A c:` s • Monitor evaluate and reinforce the City's Customer Service Standards
• Benchmark;evaluate staff engagement
.� . - _ ., t y ,...o"` ir,J nicat4cn's Plain
• Initiate new communications tools including weekly advertisements. monthly
e-news and Council Updates
• Enhance internal communications and employee engagement
• Optimize communications functions across the organization
t �� ams a^r] senitoes
• Launch a new and improved City of Niagara Falls website including enhancement
of the community calendar and optimization of the website for better user
experience and responsiveness and a simplified approach for residents and
businesses to contact staff
• Update the Business Development Section of City's VVebsite to provide features
and tools that will meet the needs of the target audience - site selectors.
investors. developers local business and other levels of government
• Ensure multiple ways to get information to and from community members new
E-engagement technologies emerge daily.
• Train staff to respond to Freedom of Information Requests
• De,eiop and !mpieir"ent a Crmmunity Engagement strategy
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._,. . .. ._ • ._.::........ , . , . .0,-_:,;_- : We are committed to supporting a high quality of life and contributing to
the well-being of residents and visitors by ensuring a healthy, safe, and
secure community.
t-X + _ i ., •y-i- r - °' ,,, 1'1 ' '1 "I Ho , .r ! tilt uxii tile Planfu :.1 a .d
,H iT` ._. _• • Reconfirm the City's commitment to the new hospital
• Participate on the Planning Committee for the new hospital
• Facilitate development of the hospital and expedite any required permits and processes
• Commence planning of a medical business park adjacent to the hospital site
r • f-\d .. .fit.. fi .i ,I f?c j.t.At_ ,, r; r .,'7% are deb ier,y in Niagara Faikk
.�, .=� • Liaise with and lobby other levels of government to retain core hospital services in our
community
• Advocate for improved health care delivery within the City
• Attract new primary care physicians to serve our residents.
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: .c-, _. .-"`" Ensure legislated requirements for fire and life safety are met
• Continue efforts in public education inspection and enforcement to strengthen community
defense against preventable fires
• Provide educational opportunities to maintain currency and competency throughout the
transition from Ontario Fire College Standards to National Fire Protection Association
(NFP.A') and other related standards, and implement E-Learning component to facilitate
adult learning
Ensure adequate resources are available for emergency response
• Ensure current resources meet industry standards,best practices and the needs or
Niagara Falls Continuously evaluate apparatus and equipment to identify gaps in
industry standards and meet Personal Protective Equipment lifecycle renewals of 5 - 7
years for self- contained breathing apparatus
Ensure adequate facilities are available for emergency response and training
• Continue the deveiupn ent )f Station 7 and address related staffing and equipment
requ!rements
Ensure timely emergency response throughout Niagara Falls.
• Research, obtain and in-clement necessary equipment and technology to maintain
industry test craptices rn, cis carer vapabil!ties
• Anali,, r,-,sponse statistics in the full time and volunteer districts
• 6 r .:r ,ve- _yes to maximize retention of our volunteer personnel and encourage the
rt r jK- int ,n reprinting efforts
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Sustainable Trans • ort ion
G.-.).,1,' We are committed to employing a safe, accessible, convenient, integrated
and fiscally responsible transportation system that provides realistic travel
options to the auto, thereby, creating a City that is truly accessible to
locals and visitors.
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k" ' - - • Implement the Transportation Beyond Tomorrow 2031 Sustainable Transportation
Master Plan
• Increase Transit ridership through the continued implementation of the Strategic
Business Plar
• Improve the City transportation system to support multi-modal mobility and
encourage Regional and Provincial partnerships
• Improve local and regional transit systems to support the implementation of GO train
Service to Niagara Falls
• Review and implement opportunities to improve existing hubs and to establish a
central hub location. to better facilitate throughout transportation network
E _ . c- 3 P au c .y
h E=y 4 -* _ • Replacement of existing buses that do not meet AODA standards
• Implement accessible bus stops through a phased-in approach
• Develop neer' operating policies/guidelines for the Chair-A-Van program
• Ensure barrier free accessibility at new signalized intersections andior rebuilds
• Rescl')e the issue of rails av crossings bisecting the City creating lengthy delays for
emergency vehicles noon eniencing residents and compromising public safety
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= • Review the implementation of new technologies to better support customers and
residents
• Improve the process for overnight parking on City streets
• undertake a ser,ice review of Parking Enforcement to enhance customer service
and ambassadorship
• Undertake a review of i'vlunicioal Parking Lots to determine operating viability
• Undertake a review of the Field Operations area to determine efficiencies
Convenient, AcAn
• Sustainable Trans . °nation
and
• Continue to implement Trails Master Plan and Active Transportation Master Plan by
improving the trail network and including bike lanes
• Plan for and implement complete streets which provide for alternate forms of
transportation
• Where possible. ensure subdivisions provide for alternate access routes in the evert
of emergencies
• Develop way finding system for City trails
• Broaden awareness of bike safety through partnerships with the Niagara Region.
Share the Road Bicycle Coalition & Bicycle Friendly Communities
• Encourage active transportation in new developments
• Implement and promote school safety initiatives by collaborating with and engaging
various agencies and organizations
• Review and develop warrants for providing safe pedestrian crossing opportunities
• Evaluate new speed control technologies and develop policies for their
implementation
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supports an active, connected, and creative community.
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r 1- _ Continue to implement the recommendations from the 2007 Strategic Plan for the Provision
of Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture
• Evaluate analyze and prioritize all initiatives and projects to be completed over the next
four years
• Continue to foster environmental stewardship throughout the community through events
and communications
Coordinate a Ten Year(2017 —2027) Recreation and Culture Strategic Plan
• Continue to track sport registration numbers and facility utilization
• Monitor trends and new facility requests
Continue to implement the Battleground Master Plan
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings
• Finalize plan (include input from additional stakeholders;)
• Examine opportunities in the Main Street;Ferry Street area to create a cultural hub
Continue to develop a strategy for the revitalization of the Niagara Falls Farmers Market
• De,ielop ne,nr market and building designworking sivitb market stakeholders
• Develop Market marketing plan
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• Present the 2014 Culture Plan recommendations and develop a phased plan for
implementation based on Council direction
• Facilitate the de;eiooment of new events and festivals in partnership with BIAs and
community stakeholders and continue to build on the strength of current festivals and
events.
■ Coordinate new special event procedures (special event bylaw)
■ Investigate and coordinate outdoor celebration site
• Undertake a Municipal Comprehensive Review for growth to ensure the Official Plan is
consistent with the Regional Plan and the Provincial Growth Plan
• Update the Official Plan to incorporate contemporary policies for commercial
development and employment lands
• Streamline and simplify the architectural review policies and refine process of approval
for high -ise buildings hotels,
• Provide opportunities for alternative forms of housing to cater to various demograpnics,
• iiviD t .oilacorativeiy with the Region to identify strategic nodes and corridors as places of
jrowth : r'd employment.
F-2015-06
Niagaraanlls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Finance
SUBJECT: F-2015-06
Capital Management Asset Plan
RECOMMENDATION
For the adoption of Council.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
All municipalities in Ontario are required by the Province to develop and maintain Asset
Management Plans for the City's core municipal infrastructure. The municipal assets
included in this requirement are in the following operational areas; water systems,
bridges, roads and sewers, both sanitary and storm. The City engaged Public Sector
Digest to work with staff to complete the project.
This Asset Management Plan (AMP) for the City of Niagara Falls meets all requirements
as outlined within the provincial Building Together Guide for Municipal Asset
Management Plans. It will serve as a strategic, tactical and financial document, ensuring
the management of the municipal infrastructure follows sound asset management
practices and principles while optimizing available resources and establishing desired
levels of service. It provides Council, staff and residents with an initial framework that
can be used in successive years to guide reinvestment decisions into critical
infrastructure replacement. Reliable and well-maintained infrastructure assets are
essential for the delivery of critical core services for the citizens of Niagara Falls.
Since municipal assets are not limited to the infrastructure assets required by the
province, the City of Niagara Falls initiated a second infrastructure plan to include all
municipal infrastructure. Assets like City owned buildings, municipal fleet and busses,
as well as street lighting, need to be replaced and an asset management plan for those
reinvestments is also needed. This report is being finalized and will be provided with the
2015 Capital Budget.
BACKGROUND
In 2009, accounting changes required for all municipalities, known as PSAB 3150, were
instituted. These requirements resulted in all municipalities identifying, valuing and
depreciating the infrastructure assets that the municipality is responsible for and
including them on the municipal financial statements. Staff have invested significant
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time and resources to complete this task. In 2012, the provincial government required
that municipalities develop an AMP based on core infrastructure assets. These included
water, sewer (sanitary and storm), roads and bridges. The AMP provides a
consolidation of asset values, an evaluation of condition, an estimate of replacement
values and identification of resources needed to reinvest in the assets.
While there is not a formal requirement for an AMP for other municipal assets such as
buildings, fleet and transit, many prudent municipalities are using a similar framework to
plan for these reinvestment decisions. The City is finalizing an additional AMP for these
assets and will provide this with the 2015 Capital Budget.
ANALYSIS
The AMP attached is a snapshot in time of the asset conditions. It is a model that many
municipalities in Ontario have used and provides a starting point for decision making for
future budgets and Councils. The model presented in the AMP before Council tonight is
based on 2012 conditions. In the period of time since then, significant reinvestments
have occurred on infrastructure assets and these will be reflected when the plan is
updated.
The quality of the model is based on the information available at the time of
engagement. Likewise, capital reinvestments are a continual, ongoing action as
evidenced by the information provided in F-2015-05.
The template used by Public Sector Digest breaks down the asset valuations,
reinvestment requirements and current funding allotments by infrastructure asset
groupings.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The AMP objective is to provide Council with an initial roadmap for addressing
infrastructure reinvestment decisions. Governments across all of Canada, at all levels
are identifying that the funds being spent on asset replacement is inadequate and are in
agreement that significant reinvestments are required. The AMP's developed for the
City has resulted in the same conclusions and indicates that significant reinvestments
are necessary in future years. An effective AMP must be integrated with financial
planning and long term budgeting.
Future investment decisions will be based on:
a) available funding from third parties including sources from upper levels of
government so as to leverage City funding
b) improving data in the asset model to provide better investment alternatives
c) reviewing core service delivery
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d) reviewing and rationalizing assets as necessary
e) reviewing revenue options for the City including levy and user fee increases
f) the review of debt management plan
The adoption of this plan is a requirement of the Ontario Community Infrastructure
Fund. Reporting objectives on the implementation of individual AMP's are being
implemented through the City annual Financial Information Return. Similarly, there are
indications that there will be further reporting requirements in the future. All of these
requirements suggest that AMP will become integral to the availability of upper level
infrastructure funding.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Executive Summary of the Asset Management Plan for the City of Niagara Falls
prepared by Public Sector Digest.
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Recommended by:
Todd Harrison, Director of Finance
Respectfully submitted:
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
PUBLIC SECTOR DIGEST
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London,Ontario,N6A 5P3
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December 2013
The City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls,Ontario, L2E 6X5
We are pleased to submit the 2013 Asset Management Plan (AMP) for the City of Niagara Falls.This AMP complies with
the requirements as outlined within the provincial Building Together Guide for Municipal Asset Management Plans. It will
serve as a strategic,tactical,and financial document,ensuring the management of the municipal infrastructure follows
sound asset management practices and principles,while optimizing available resources and establishing desired levels
of service.Given the broad and profound impact of asset management on the community,and the financial&
administrative complexity involved in this ongoing process,we recommend that senior decision-makers from across the
organization are actively involved in its implementation.
The performance of a community's infrastructure provides the foundation for its economic development,
competitiveness,prosperity,reputation,and the overall quality of life for its residents.As such,we are appreciative of
your decision to entrust us with the strategic direction of its infrastructure and asset management planning,and are
confident that this AMP will serve as a valuable tool.
Sincerely,
The Public Sector Digest Inc.
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Matthew Dawe Israr Ahmad
Vice President Managing Editor
mdawe@publicsectordigest.com iahmad@publicsectordigest.com
1 .0 Executive Summary
The performance of a community's infrastructure provides the foundation for its economic development,
competitiveness,prosperity, reputation, and the overall quality of life for its residents. Reliable and well-
maintained infrastructure assets are essential for the delivery of critical core services for the citizens of a
city.
A technically precise and financially rigorous asset management plan, diligently implemented,will mean
that sufficient investments are made to ensure delivery of sustainable infrastructure services to current and
future residents.The plan will also indicate the respective financial obligations required to maintain this
delivery at established levels of service.
This Asset Management Plan (AMP) for the City of Niagara Falls meets all requirements as outlined within
the provincial Building Together Guide for Municipal Asset Management Plans. It will serve as a strategic,
tactical, and financial document, ensuring the management of the municipal infrastructure follows sound
asset management practices and principles,while optimizing available resources and establishing desired
levels of service.Given the expansive financial and social impact of asset management on both a city,
and its citizens,it is critical that senior decision-makers,including department heads as well as the chief
executives, are strategically involved.
Measured in 2012 dollars,the replacement value of the asset classes analyzed totaled$1.8 billion for
Niagara Falls.
2012 Replacement Value by Asset Class
Total: $1 ,821 ,460,205
Road Network,
$431,357,964,24%
Storm Sewer Network,
$507,483,928,34%
Bridges&Culverts,
$94,631,462,5%
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$491,178,957,27%
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While the City is responsible for the strategic direction, it is the taxpayer in Niagara Falls who ultimately bears
the financial burden. As such,a 'cost per household' (CPH) analysis was conducted for each of the asset
classes to determine the financial obligation of each household in sharing the replacement cost of the
City's assets.Such a measurement can serve as an excellent communication tool for both the
administration and the council in communicating the importance of asset management to the citizen. The
diagram below illustrates the total CPH, as well as the CPH for individual asset classes.
Infrastructure Replacement Cost Per Household
Total:$51 747 oer household (exclucles gravel)
r Road Network(excludes Sidewalk)
Total Replacement.Cost:$364,194,367
Cost Per Household:$10,347
Sidewalks
Total Replacement Cost:$67,163,597
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In assessing the City's state of the infrastructure,we examined, and graded, both the current condition
(Condition vs. Performance) of the asset classes as well as the City's financial capacity to fund the asset's
average annual requirement for sustainability (Funding vs. Need). We then generated the City's
infrastructure report card.The City received a cumulative GPA of'D+',with an annual infrastructure deficit
of$18,793,000.
Niagara Falls performed relatively well on the Condition vs. Performance dimension for each of the asset
classes addressed. The City received a 'D+' in its roads, a 'C' in its storm classes, a C+for its bridges &
culverts, a 'D+' in its sanitary network,while receiving a 'B' in the water network class.
In order for an AMP to be effectively put into action,it must be integrated with financial planning and long-
term budgeting. We have developed scenarios that would enable Niagara Falls to achieve full funding
within 5 years or 10 years for the following: tax funded assets,including road network (paved roads and
sidewalks), bridges & culverts,storm sewer network, and: rate funded assets, including water network, and
sanitary sewer network.
The average annual investment requirement for paved roads,bridges &culverts, and storm sewers is
$21,372,000. Annual revenue currently allocated to these assets for capital purposes is$ 6,322,000 leaving
an annual deficit of$15,050,000.To put it another way, these infrastructure categories are currently funded
at 30%of their long-term requirements.
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Niagara Falls has annual tax revenues of$54,615,000 in 2013.Full funding would require an increase in tax
revenue of 27.6%aver time. We recommend,with key qualifications (See the Financial Strategy section for
a full discussion) the 10 year option which involves full funding being achieved over 10 years by:
1; when realized,reallocating the debt cost reductions of$1,664,000 to the infrastructure deficit as outlined above.
b increasing tax revenues by 2.5%each year for the next 10 years solely for the purpose of phasing in full funding to the
asset categories covered in this section of the AMP.
c) allocating the$2,521,000 of gas tax revenue as illustrated in table 1.
d; increasing existing and future infrastructure budgets by the applicable inflation index on an annual basis in addition to
the deticit pnase-in.
The average annual investment requirement for sanitary services and water services is$12,573,000. Annual
revenue currently allocated to these assets for capital purposes is$8,830,000 leaving an annual deficit of
$3,743,000.To put it another way, these infrastructure categories are currently funded at 70%of their long-
term requirements.
In 2013, Niagara Falls has annual sanitary revenues of$12,403,000 and water revenues of$1 1,723,000.
Without consideration of any other sources of revenue, full funding would require a 14.7%increase to
sanitary and a 16.9%increase to water over time.
We recommend the 5 year option in table 6b that includes the reallocations for sanitary services and the 10
year option for water services.This involves full funding being achieved over 5 years and 10 years by:
a) when realized,reallocating the debt cost reductions of$231,000 for sanitary services to the applicable infrastructure
deficit.
b) increasing rate revenues by 2.5%for sanitary services each year for the next 5 years solely for the purpose of phasing in
full funding to the asset categories covered in this section of the AMP.
c) Increasing rate revenues by 1.69%for water services each year for the next 10 years solely for the purpose of phasing in
full funding to the asset categories covered in this section of the AMP.
d) ensuring that any surpluses experienced are allocated to the appropriate reserves.
e) increasing existing and future infrastructure budgets by the applicable inflation index on an annual basis in addition to
the changes recommended above.
Although this option achieves full funding on an annual basis in 5 years for sanitary services and 10 years for
water service and provides financial sustainability over the period modeled (to 2050),the
recommendations do require prioritizing capital projects to fit the resulting annual funding available. As of
2013, age based data shows a pent up investment demand of$66,724,000 for sanitary services and
$23,959,000 for water services. Prioritizing future projects will require the age based data to be replaced by
condition based data. Although our recommendations include no further use of debt,the results of the
condition based analysis may require otherwise.The City's reserves,totaling approximately$1 1,6 million,
are available for use by applicable asset categories during the phase-in period to full funding.This,
coupled with Niagara Falls'judicious use of debt in the past, allows the scenarios to assume that,if
required, available reserves and debt capacity can be used for high priority and emergency infrastructure
investments in the short to medium-term.
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Niagaraaalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Finance
SUBJECT: F-2015-05
2014 Capital Projects Update
RECOMMENDATION
That Council receive the 2014 Capital Projects Update for information purposes.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This report is being provided to update Council on the status of capital projects
approved in previous years Capital Budgets. This update includes projects completed,
those underway and those not currently started. As Council may recall, the 2014
Capital Budget was approved in March 2014. The projects that have been completed as
of December 31, 2014 have been identified and will be included in the City's capital
assets as part of the year end process. Projects that are not completed will be included
in the work in progress account at year end. The final cost summaries of projects
identify that some of the completed projects are overspent, while others are
underspent. Comments have been provided for all projects. The overspent projects
with balances remaining will be funded by capital reserves while projects with surpluses
will see these transfer to capital reserves for future projects.
BACKGROUND
As a continued exercise to improve fiscal reporting staff are providing this report to
identify the status of capital projects as at December 31, 2014. The intention is to
provide these reports annually.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The projects listed are either completed, have construction in progress, or are in the
planning stages. The financial position of each project has been identified for Council.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
This report provides an update on all approved capital projects. This report is connected
to the discussion on the Asset Management Plan which is on the tonight's agenda. The
projects underway that are asset replacement, will, once completed, will be included in
these plans. At present, the plans reflected the condition, age and need of the asset
prior to re-investment.
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LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Capital Project Status Report
Recommended by:
Todd Harrison, rector of F nance
Respectfully submitted:
P Y
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS F-2015-05
Capital Project Status Report
at December 31, 2014
Percent of
Budget Approved Budget Budget spent
Project# Passed Amount at Dec.31/14 Comments
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
New Financials& Equipment Cl On-going 680,000 96% in progress
Development Charges Update Study G2 on-going in progress
Battlefield School Property G11 2012 900,000 104% Project Complete
FIRE SERVICES
Marine Equipment F3 2014 30,000 85% In progress
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) F9 2012 10,000 99% Project complete
Specialized Rescue Equipment F12 201 2 20,000 99% Project complete
Training Grounds F18 2012 20,000 89% In progress
Bunker Gear F38 201 2 100,000 99% Project complete
Diesel Fumes Extraction Systems F45 2012 45,000 99% Project complete
PPV Fans/Smoke Ejectors F48 201 2 12,000 92% Project complete
Renovations to Station 3 2012 15,000 \
Renovations to Station 2 F49 201 2 25,000 45% I in progress
Safety Renovations-Stations 2 & 3 201 2 50,000 /
Traffic Preemption F50 201 2 1 50,600 1 04% Project complete
Rehab Equipment F51 2013 20,000 92% Project complete
Station 1 Parking Lot Improvements F52 2014 20,000 107% Project complete
Station 7 Design F53 2014 680,000 117% In progress
Exterior Lighting Stations 1 &6 F54 2014 38,000 58% In progress
MUNICIPAL WORKS
New Sidewalk Construction R6 2012 125,000 86% In Progress
Asphalt Overlay R24 2012 1,510,000 92% 2014 contracts Phase 1 complete,
Phase 2 under construction
Kalar Rd. Reconstruction-Lundy's Lane to R27 2011 2,443,627 75% Under design
Be ave rd ams
Dixon Street/Cleveland R37 2012 1,734,860 44% Completed
Sidewalk Replacement R39 2013 250,000 73% Under construction
Surface Treatment R40 201 2 400,000 94% No contract in 2014, funding not
approved
Drummond Road Reconstruction R44 2009 5,831,979 79% Phase 1, 2 (City) completed
Downtown CIP- Public Realm- Phase 1 &2 R51 2006 5,985,995 100% Phases 1 &2 completed
River Lane Improvements R55 2009 1,1 53,951 100% Construction Completed
Fruitbelt Parkway Reconstruction R56 2011 1,032,084 45% Construction Completed
Oakwood Dr- McLeod R61 2010 2,023,861 100% Construction Completed
Street Light Upgrade R64 2011 50,000 100% Project Complete
McLeod Road - Kalar to Pin Oak R66 2011 461,030 86% Construction Completed
Thorold Stone Road Extension R67 2012 3,968,1 55 5% Construction yet to start
Lundy's Lane Streetscaping R68 2012 30,000 1 00% Construction Completed
Mountain Road- Phase 3 R69 2012 466,000 62% Construction completed
Victoria Avenue Streetscaping R71 201 2 328,800 56% In Progress
Buchanan, Desson,Slater Reconstruction R73 201 3 100,000 70% Under design
Valley Way Road Widening R75 2014 454,100 45% Phase 1 construction completed
Brown & Heartland Roads R76 2014 1,550,000 57% Construction Completed
Beck Road Bridge Rehab BCI 2012 42,500 30% Requesting in 201 5 a top up to
reflect a full replacement
McKenny Road Bridge Rehab BC2 201 1 25,000 42% Concrete condition assessment
complete
Stanley Ave (Somerville) Bridge Rehab BC3 2011 25,000 71% Requesting in 2015 funding for
both design, rehab&construction
Lemon Rd Bridge Replacement BC4 2011 771,850 58% Maintenance period complete
Willodell Rd Bridge Replacement BC6 2011 36,925 105% Requesting in 201 5 for bridge
removal
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Capital Project Status Report
at December 31, 2014
Percent of
Budget Approved Budget Budget spent
Project# Passed Amount at Dec.31/14 Comments
Willoughby Dr(Chas Ruch) Bridge Rehab BC7 2011 645,000 83% Construction complete
Gonder Rd Bridge Removal BC8 2011 30,250 1% Bridge removed
Mewburn Road Bridge BC9 2011 401,824 30% EA completed
Chippawa Parkway Culvert Rehab BC10 2012 32,500 24% Reqesting in 201 5 funding for
detailed design
Miller Road Bridge replacement BC1 1 2012 708,208 72% Maintenance period complete
Ridge Road Culvert replacement BC1 2 2014 30,000 98% Design underway
Ferry Street(Stanley to Temperance)& Main MS1/MS4 2011 6,008,445 103% Construction complete
Street Watermain &Streetscaping
Bridge Street Sewer&Watermain MS6 2011 2,985,500 Project cancelled
Oneida Lane Rehab MS7 201 2 397,000 109% Complete
Second/First/ Bridge MS8 2009 2,154,362 100% Complete
McRae Street (Ph 2) MS10 2011 1,739,700 65% Complete
Second& Hamilton MS11 2011 1,601,900 59% Complete
Spring Street Watermain MS1 2 2011 1,679,500 85% Complete
Hamilton Street MS13 2012 92,225 44% Design complete
Beaverdams Rd Storm&Watermain MS14 2011 291,900 Project cancelled
Kalar Rd (Rideau to LL)- see also R27 MS1 5 2011 75,000 66% Complete
Drummond Rd- PH 3 (Lundy's Lane) MS16 2012 1,954,254 105% Complete
Buckley Ave (Park to Queen) MS1 7 2012 1,396,530 4% Construction to start January 2015
Fallsview Boulevard MS1 9 2012 154,300 42% In progress -Transportation EA
First Avenue (Bridge to North) MS20 2012 434,400 59% Construction complete; entering
maintenance period
Furlong Street(Catell to Limit) MS21 2012 854,716 47% Under construction
Level Avenue MS22 2012 137,738 29% Design
Portage Road MS23 2012 232,000 36% Design complete
Strang MS24 2012 648,654 71% Under construction
Fifth Ave. (Bridge to North Limit) MS25 2014 63,000 75% Design complete
Sixth Ave. MS26 2014 63,000 89% Design complete
Huron St. MS27 2014 68,000 47% Design 50%complete
Second Ave. MS28 2014 30,000 14% Design 50%complete
Stanley Ave., TSR to Valleyway(Region) 201 3 60,376 0% Under construction
Twin Tower Development 201 3 1 90,000 0% Design
Kalar Road Sanitary Sewer SS1 9 2008 4,288,756 81% Complete
Waterloo Drive SS20 2009 630,672 110% Complete
Catell Drive Sewer SS21 2010 3,006,796 6% Regional project-under construction
Buchner Place SS25 2012 30,100 9% Project was re-scoped
Gunning& Mears PS SS26 201 2 180,000 1 5% Design underway
Lamont SS27 2012 123,300 10% Under construction
Maple Street SS28 2013 1,858,800 66% Construction complete, entering
maintenance period
Robinson St. - Main to Stanley SS29 201 3 2,346,395 28% Under construction
Sylvia Place SS30 2013 1,224,275 64% Under construction
Crescent Road SS31 2013 98,000 28% Design complete
Chippawa Sewer Analysis SS32 2013 50,000 101% Complete
Brookfield Ave. SS33 2014 262,500 12% Design is progressing, waiting for
recommendations from MDP
Kitchener St. SS34 2014 90,000 33% Design is progressing
North Street SS35 2014 103,125 57% Design is progressing
Niagara Falls Pollution Control Plan Update 5536 2014 300,000 5% Phase 1 Flow Monitoring complete,
Phase 2 RFP stage
Maranda St. SS37 2014 1 74,570 22% Design
Stanton Ave. SS38 2014 21,000 0% Under design
Ellis St. SS39 2014 14,000 0% Under design
Ralph Ave. SS40 2014 36,750 45% Under design
Corwin Ave. SS41 2014 106,500 27% Under design
Robinson St. Stanley to Jolley SS42 2014 102,300 35% Under design
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Capital Project Status Report
at December 31, 2014
Percent of
Budget Approved Budget Budget spent
Project# Passed Amount at Dec.31/14 Comments
Colborne St. Portage to St.fames SS43 2014 60,000 45% Under design
Balmoral/Maureen/Timothy SS44 2014 108,875 65% Under design
Allendale SS - Ferry to Robinson SS45 2014 67,500 64% Under design
Grey Ave. - Ferry to Peer SS46 2014 67,500 0% Under design
Portage Road-Stanley to Mtn SS47 2014 426,645 1% Regional project-under construction
Chrysler/St. Lawrence SS SS48 2014 127,500 21% Under design
Oakwood Dr. Pumping Stn Upgrade STMS4 2008 1,375,951 53% Project complete
Metrus/Montrose Business Park
Warren Creek Watershed STMS1 5 2010 5,710,216 94% Project complete
Boyers Creek Municipal Drain STM524 2011 85,000 50% Design
Hiram Street Sewer Separation STMS29 2010 241,100 89% Project complete
McBain Centre SWM/MacLeod Road STMS30 2010 925,329 101% Project complete
City Wide Master Drainage Plan STMS31 2012 300,000 17% Study underway
North Street/Forsythe STMS32 2012 1,786,270 78% Construction complete
Beaverdams SWM Pond STMS33 201 2 70,000 77% EA in progress
St.john's Marsh Drain STMS34 2013 75,000 21% Design
Chippawa Flood Relief/Riverside Park Storage STMS35 201 3 100,000 70% Design
Buttery St. Sewer Outfall STMS36 201 3 790,000 1 00% Completed
Young Municipal Drain 2011 107,230 Design
Marinelli Subdivision STMS38 2013 26,140 82% Completed
Warren Woods Subdivision STMS39 2014 839,685 101% Completed
Stanley-Whirlpool to TSR 201 3 100,000 0% Regional project construction
completed
Orchard Grove Pond Expansion EA Study 2014 100,000 0% In progress
Ridge Road Culvert Replacement 2014 440,000 0% Under design construction
pending in 201 5
Baldwin/Mulhern W21 2012 1,641,600 39% Construction in progress
Corwin Crescent Watermain W24 2011 334,400 51% Construction complete
Oakwood Drive North Watermain W25 2011 585,200 85% Construction complete
Bridgewater Street Watermain W26 201 2 6,600 160% Design complete -construction on
hold
Chippawa Parkway Watermain/Flynn Court W27 2011 696,900 72% Project complete
Bulk Water Filling Station W28 201 2 1 50,000 93% Project complete
Ailanthus Avenue W29 2012 1,292,580 61% Project complete
Arad Street(Heximer to Brant) W30 201 2 720,600 38% Project complete
Varsity Ave.Watermain W32 2013 230,000 62% Under construction
Watermain Replacement Program W33 201 3 90,000 47% To be tendered in 1st quarter of
2015
Watermain Cleaning& Relining W34 2013 300,000 6%
Portage Road- Norton to Maclem W35 2014 820,500 3% Project re-scoped
Chippawa West Phase 2 Subdivision 2013 21,855 0% Under construction
Mountain Road Landfill Closure LH 2011 35,000 0% Consultation with Region
Vehicle Replacement TR1 2011 4,415,070 71% In progress
/2012
CEMETERY
Fairview Section V Development C4 2011 60,000 91% Project complete
Fence Replacement C6 2012 85,400 112% Project complete
Cemetery Business Plan C8 201 2 20,000 1 38% Project complete
Stamford Green Columbaria C9 201 3 18,000 79% Project complete
Section V Scattering C10 2013 6,000 91% Project complete
Drummond Hill Cemetery Monument Rest. Cl 1 2014 220,000 91% Project complete
PARKS
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Capital Project Status Report
at December 31, 2014
Percent of
Budget Approved Budget Budget spent
Project# Passed Amount at Dec.31/14 Comments
Leash Free Dog Park P43 2011 135,000 99% Project complete; new work
proposed in 201 5
Baden Powell Park Improvements P44 2011 24,000 76% Project complete
Playspace Improvement Program P46 201 2 41 9,000 99% Project complete
Chippawa Boat Dock P47 201 2 1 70,000 68% Project complete
Kalar Park GHFS Imprvmts P48 2012 80,100 45% In progress
Don Johnson Parking Lot P49 201 2 1 50,000 2% In progress
Deerfield Park Development P51 2012 445,000 98% In progress
Edgewood Estates Park P52 2011 140,000 91% Project complete
Prince Charles Park P53 201 3 536,000 93% In progress warranty period not
complete
Woodlot Assessment& Inventory P54 2013 5,000 28% In progress
Chippawa Boat Dock Playground P55 2011 17,000 52% Project complete
Parks Sports Field& Park Building Infra P56 201 3 30,000 14% In progress
Chippawa Boat Dock Improvements P58 2014 130,000 2% In progress
Lion's Legacy Trail P59 2014 587,000 8% In progress
Patrick Cummings B-ball field Exp P60 2014 40,000 94% In progress
Fernwood Park&Trail P62 2014 365,000 58% In progress
Warren Woods Park&Trail Ph 1 P63 2014 225,000 65% In progress
Oakes Park Electronic Scoreboard P64 2014 29,811 97% Project complete
Battlefield Historic Site Planning& Dev 2014 270,000 0% In progress
FJ Miller Park Improvements 2014 19,000 0% In progress
Heritage Park Improvements 2014 1 7,000 0% In progress
Ontario Park Improvements 2014 19,000 0% In progress
NF Lions Park Accessible Park Washroom 2014 9,000 0% In progress
Patrick Cummings Complex 2014 5,000 0% In progress
Rosberg Family Park Improvements 2014 17,000 0% In progress
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Transit- Bus Purchases T1 2012 11,160,244 98% In progress-to purchase in 201 5
Transit- CAV buses T6 2011 290,000 61% Purchased& received
Transit- Next Stop Announcement T8 2012 390,000 110% Complete
Customer Connection Terminal T10 2011 250,000 8% In progress
ITS Equipment T11 2014 50,000 0% Complete
Portable Washroom/Luncheon Facilities T12 2014 100,000 0% to be purchased in 2015
Bus Refurbishment Program 2014 100,000 0% In progress
Retail Centre Hub Enhancements 2014 100,000 0% In progress
Conventional Bus Purchase 2014 500,000 0% In progress-to purchase in 201 5
Transit AODA Compliance 2014 25,000 0% In progress
Visitor Transportation System (VTS) VTS2-7 201 2 30,328,006 96% Nearing Completion
Traffic Signal Rebuilds/Upgrades TSP]6 201 2 962,922 90% On order
Parking Lot Resurfacing (Lot 17) PRKG20 2011 50,000 1% Postponed
Livingston Connection EA TSP22 201 2 150,000 26% EA is in progress
Handheld Ticketing Units PRKG9 201 2 80,000 97% Complete
Municipal Parking Lot#7 2014 7,500 0% Complete
Transportation Master Plan TSP18 2011 445,008 104% Complete
Historic Drummondville Parking Strategy TSPI 9 2011 80,000 1 00% Complete
Speed Message Boards TSP24 2013 41,000 38% DOW.u�Ville!eu, nuianauuu nui
Drummond Road EA TSP25 2014
150,000 0% EA has commenced
Niagara Falls Airport TSP26 2014 89,861 84% In progress
Traffic Signal Design TSP27 2014 100,000 10% In progress
Traffic Signal Controllers/Signal Head 2014 36,000 0% Equipment ordered
Traffic Video Detection 2014 50,000 0% Equipment ordered
CITY FACILITIES
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Capital Project Status Report
at December 31, 2014
Percent of
Budget Approved Budget Budget spent
Project# Passed Amount atDec.31/14 Comments
City Hall Renovations BP3 2014 100,000 28% Concept drawing stage
Condtion Assessment of City Buildings BP4 2011 75,000 44% In progress
Service Centre Improvements BP5 2012 545,000 71% In progress
Community Resource Building Improvements BP6 2011 40,000 93% In progress
Sylvia Place market Redevelopment BP7 2011 550,000 95% In progress
Bus Terminal Roof BP8 2012 20,000 116% Project Complete
Council Chambers Improvements BP10 2012 30,000 101% Project Complete
City Hall HVAC BP1 1 2012 1,655,160 91% In progress
City Hall Exterior Brick- Engineering BPI 2 201 2 150,000 10% In progress
Serbian Cultural Centre Demolition BP1 3 2012 146,000 71% Project Complete
Willoughby Town Hall Improvements BP1 4 2013 21,000 131% Project Complete
Chippawa Town Hall/Petersons BPI 5 201 3 10,000 98% Project Complete
Accessible Public Washroom City Hall BP1 6 201 3 40,000 73% Project Complete
Fire Hall Theatre Improvements BP1 7 2014 50,000 6% In progress
Fire Station 2 - Female Washrooms BP1 8 2014 60,000 57% Project Complete
RECREATION&CULTURE
Chippawa Arena Roof RF8 2011 111,000 90% In Progress
Bob Gale Arena RF9 Project complete
Soccer Clubhouse - Mitchelson Park RF14 2012 20,000 0% Not started
Gale Centre Rubber Flooring RF1 5 201 2 26,000 87% Project Complete
Chippawa Rooftop Heating RF1 6 2011 45,000 56% Project complete
Glycol Repairs at Gale Centre RF1 7 2013 150,000 213% Project complete
Gale Centre -Security Camers RF1 8 201 3 35,000 88% Project complete
Gale Centre Improvements RF19 201 3 124,200 85% In Progress
Culture Master Plan RF20 201 3 75,000 99% Project complete
MacBain Centre Renovations RF21 2014 100% Project complete
Chippawa Arena Rubber Floor RF22 2014 26,000 87% Project complete
Gale Centre Energy Report Improvements RF23 2014 293,800 4% In Progress
Michelson Pool Liner RF24 2014 110,000 0% In Progress
Chippawa Arena Shower Refurb RF25 2014 15,000 76% Project complete
Battle Ground Hotel Accessibility Upgrades 2014 5,000 0% In Progress
MacBain Centre Security Cameras 2014 15,500 0% In Progress
Lundy's Lane Museum Expansion M1 2009 11,601,305 95% Project complete
Total Number of Projects and Budget 223 $ 254,51 7,370
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Dear Mayor Diodati,
This year, The Fresh Air Fund looks forward to its 139th summer of serving children. The
Fresh Air Fund, an independent not-for-profit agency, has provided free summer
experiences to more than 1.8 million New York City children from low-income
communities since 1877. Each summer, close to 4,000 children visit volunteer host families
in rural, suburban and small town communities across 13 states from Virginia to Maine to
Canada. The city of Niagara Falls continues to provide a beautiful setting for the hundreds
of Fresh Air children who visit each year.
We would appreciate your help with reaching out to prospective families who might
enjoy hosting Fresh Air Fund children this summer by proclaiming March 20th, 2015
"Fresh Air Fund Day" in Niagara Falls.Your participation will be a great help to the host
recruitment efforts of our volunteer leaders in your state.
Fresh Air Fund children leave hot city streets behind and take part in simple summertime
fun - running barefoot through the grass, swimming for the first time and gazing at star-
filled skies. For many of these children, a free Fresh Air experience is their first time away
from the inner-city, and host families tell us that they often gain more from the experience
than their Fresh Air visitor. With your help, we hope to create these special bonds for more
Niagara Falls families and New York City children, through the proclamation of"Fresh Air
Fund Day" on March 20th.
Attached please find a sample proclamation and background materials for your review.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Laura Ann Morris Jenny Morgenthau
Port Colborne, ON Executive Director
905-941-2896 The Fresh Air Fund
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FACTS ABOUT THE FRESH AIR FUND
THE FRESH AIR FUND,an independent, not-for-profit agency,has provided free summer experiences to more
than 1.8 million New York City children from low-income communities since 1877.
Close to 9,000 New York City children enjoy free Fresh Air Fund programs annually. Each summer, nearly
4,000 children visit volunteer host families in rural,suburban and small town communities across 13 states
from Virginia to Maine and Canada. 3,000 children also attend five Fresh Air camps in the summer on a
2,300-acre site in Fishkill, New York. Close to 2,000 young people participate in year-round educational
programs at camp and in New York City.
FRESH AIR CHILDREN
Children are selected to participate in The Fresh Air Fund's programs based on financial need.Children are
from low-income communities. Fresh Air youngsters are registered by more than 90 social service and
community organizations in all five boroughs of New York City.
FRESH AIR FUND VOLUNTEER HOST FAMILY PROGRAM
Fresh Air boys and girls from six to 18 years old visit over 300 rural,suburban and small town communities,
called Friendly Towns,during the summer. Fresh Air children on first-time visits to Friendly Town host
families are six to 12 years old and stay for one to two weeks. Sixty-five percent of all children are reinvited to
stay with the same host families,year after year. Reinvited youngsters may continue with The Fresh Air Fund
through age 18,and many spend the entire summer in the country. Fresh Air children and volunteer families
often form bonds of friendship that last a lifetime.
VOLUNTEER HOST FAMILIES
Fresh Air Fund volunteer host families open their homes to inner-city children for one to two weeks or more
in the summertime. Each Friendly Town community is supervised by a committee of volunteer leaders.
Committee members select host families after reviewing their applications,visiting them in their homes and
checking their personal references.
There are no financial requirements for hosting a Fresh Air child.The majority of hosts simply want to share
their homes with inner-city youngsters. Host families are not paid.The Fresh Air Fund has a program for
placing children who have special physical or emotional needs.
FRESH AIR FUND CAMPING PROGRAM
3,000 New York City youngsters, ages eight to 15,attend five Fresh Air camps on a 2,300-acre site in Fishkill,
New York. Camp Hidden Valley is for boys and girls with and without special needs,eight to 12 years old;
Camp Tommy is for 12-to 15-year-old boys; Camp Hayden-Marks Memorial is for nine- to 12-year-old boys;
Camp Mariah is a coed camp for 12-to 14-year-old career campers; and Camp Anita Bliss Coler is for girls,
nine to 15 years old. For 13- to 15-year-olds at Camp ABC,The Fresh Air Fund has established the Precious
Center for Teen Leadership intended to give young women a safe, nurturing environment to focus on their
futures.Additionally, many young people participate in year-round weekend camping experiences. Special
features shared by all camps include a planetarium, model farm,wilderness trail and ropes course. Camp
Tommy is named in honor of designer Tommy Hilfiger for his dedication and support of Fresh Air children.
CAREER AWARENESS PROGRAM
The Fresh Air Fund's innovative Career Awareness Program is designed to help New York City youngsters
understand the relationship between school and work and how to make choices that will determine their
futures. In New York City, 7th- to 9th-graders participate in job shadowings that offer close-up views of
business, receive after-school tutoring with volunteer tutors, and attend a career fair.The year-round program
includes weekend camping trips and an intensive three-and-a-half week summer session at the Career
Awareness Camp - Camp Mariah, named in honor of Board member/singer Mariah Carey for her dedication,
support and commitment to Fresh Air youngsters.After 9th grade,participants continue to receive support
through College Connections and benefit from the guidance of volunteer mentors.
FRESH AIR FUND HISTORY
In 1877, the Reverend Willard Parsons, minister of a small rural parish in Sherman, Pennsylvania,asked
members of his congregation to provide country vacations as volunteer host families for children from New
York City tenements.This was the beginning of The Fresh Air Fund tradition. By 1884, Reverend Parsons was
writing about The Fund for New York's Herald Tribune,and the number of children served grew. In 2014,
more than to 9,000 New York City children experienced the pure joys of summer in Friendly Town and at five
Fresh Air Fund camps in upstate New York.
FRESH AIR FUND CONTRIBUTIONS
The Fresh Air Fund is a not-for-profit agency,depending primarily on support from private contributions. It
costs The Fresh Air Fund $940.00 for a visit with a volunteer host family and $1,656.00 to send a child to Fresh
Air camp. Over 75% of The Fund's contributions come from individual donors.Tax-deductible contributions
may be sent to The Fresh Air Fund,633 Third Avenue, 14ti, Floor, New York, NY 10017. Families who wish to
be hosts, or parents who would like to sign up their children, may call The Fresh Air Fund at(800) 367-0003
or visit www.freshair.org.
NEW YORK CITY VOLUNTEERS
The Fresh Air Fund has an active group of New York City volunteers. Metropolitan area volunteers help reach
out to New York City parents and children,support Camping, Career Awareness and Volunteer Host Family
programs and seek in-kind donations.To volunteer,call (212) 897-8900 or visit www.freshair.org.
SPOKESPERSON FOR THE FRESH AIR FUND
Jenny Morgenthau, Executive Director
(212) 897-8898
PUBLICITY CONTACTS
Hannah Beck, Director of Public Relations
(212) 897-8890
Andrea Kotuk,Andrea&Associates
(212) 353-9585
The Fresh Air Fund • 633 Third Avenue, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10017 • (800) 367-0003 • www.freshair.org
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS The Fresh Air Fund provides free summer experiences in the country to more
than 9,000 New York City children each summer, and
WHEREAS The Fresh Air Fund allows city children to visit the homes of volunteer host
families in 13 states from Virginia to Maine to Canada, and
WHEREAS Niagara Falls families have been participating in The Fresh Air Fund's Volunteer
Host Family Program for over 130 years, and
WHEREAS The Fresh Air Fund allows New York City children to enjoy Niagara Falls
backyards, parks, and wide open spaces, and
WHEREAS The Fresh Air Fund is celebrating its 139th summer,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor James M. Diodati, and Niagara Falls
City Council, do hereby proclaim March 20, 2015 to be:
"FRESH AIR FUND DAY"
in Niagara Falls, in recognition of the valuable summertime experiences offered by The
Fresh Air Fund.
PLANNING, BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT
Inter-Departmental Memo
To: Dean lorfida
City Clerk
From: Peggy Boyle
Assistant Planner
Ext. 4334
Date: January 29, 2015
Re: 2015 Heritage Week Proclamation
At the Municipal Heritage Committee meeting on January 27, 2015 the following motion was
adopted:
That Council is requested to declare the week of February 16-22, 2015 as Heritage
Week 2015.
As part of Heritage Week activities, a Heritage Information Day is planned for Saturday
February 21, 2015 at the Niagara Falls History Museum where various heritage groups with
gather and hear a keynote address from Melanie Battell who will speak on the History of Hydro.
A proclamation is to be included in the Council agenda for February 10, 2015.
Since 1974, Heritage Canada, a national organization has recognized the third Monday in
February as Heritage Day. In 1985, the Ontario government expanded the day to a full week in
order to recognize Ontario's rich and diverse heritage. According to the Ontario Heritage Trust,
many heritage-based organizations and municipalities have used the Heritage Day and Ontario
Heritage Week as a vehicle to stimulate awareness of heritage resources and heritage related
issues within their communities.
As the Municipal Heritage Committee recognizes the importance of the City's heritage, they
welcome this week as a time to share their enthusiasm and excitement with the residents of
Niagara Falls and hope to heighten the awareness of the City's heritage through events such as
the Heritage Info Event at the Niagara Falls History Museum and would encourage all to attend.
To this end, the Municipal Heritage Committee would ask that Council proclaim the week of
February 16-22, 2015 as Heritage Week in the City of Niagara Falls.
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A Great City ... For Generations To Come
February 21, 2015
1pm-4pm
Niagara Falls History Museum
5810 Ferry Street
Municipal Heritage Committee Presents
HYDRO
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AFTERNOON
INFORMATION
EVENT
If you are interested in
hearing about the history
of the development of hydro
in the City of Niagara Falls,
please join the Municipal
Heritage Committee and
our guest speaker who will
narrate this amazing journey
from it% beginnings in the
early 1900's through
to the present day.
This afternoon event will
also feature the awarding
of the first annual
recognizing properties
in Niagara Falls that have
done an outstanding job
of preserving a portion of
the history of the City.
TORONTO POWER GENERATING STATION, NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO
Attend:11g dlt['j ex iai t+iiC� !i;u ts.
• Local Business Improvement Associations
• Local heritage related groups:
Scouting Museum
Lundy's Lane Historical Society
Friends of Stamford Village
Willoughby Historical Society
Niagara Military Museum
Niagara Falls Public Library
Niagara Parks Commission
BME Church, and others
• Heritage Contractors
• Designated and Listed Property Owners
• Area Heritage Committees
Please join us for this free informative afternoon!
Licht refreshments will be served.
For more information contact Peggy Boyle
pboyle@niagarafalls.ca 905.356.7521 x4334
Melanie is known
to the City of
Niagara Fails for
it her work research-
ing and writing heritage
reports for the Planning
Department. During her
wor* fpr the City she wrote
a report on the Ontario
Power Company Distribution
buikling on Murray Hill, the
present site of the Fallsview
Casino. Melanie has con-
tinued to write architectural
and heritage reports for the
City, of Thorold and is a regu-
lar speaker at the Thorold
and Beaverdams Historical
Society and the Lundy's Lane
Historical Society. Melanie
also sits on a number of local
historical boards including
the Friends of Beaverdams
Church, the City of Thorold
War of 1812 Committee and
the Thorold and Beaverdams
Historical Society.
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The City of Niagara Falls
Municipal Heritage Committee
c/o City of Niagara Falls
Planning, Building &
Development Division
4310 Queen Street, Niagara Falls
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CLERKS DEPARTMENT
Inter-Departmental Memo
To: Mayor James M. Diodati & Members of Council
From: Dean lorfida, City Clerk
Date: February 10, 2015
Re: Cold Weather Alert/ Homelessness
At the January 27th Council meeting, Council passed a motion for staff to report back on
warming centres for the homeless during extreme cold alerts.
The issues of weather alerts and homelessness are handled through the Regional
Municipality of Niagara. As a result, Staff has prepared the following memo in FAQ
format based on information we have received from the Region. Additional information
was gleaned from a related recent article in the Niagara Falls Review.
Who issues Cold Weather Warnings?
The Region's Medical Officer of Health declares a severe cold weather alert.
What is entailed in a cold weather alert?
The alert mobilizes community agencies and outreach workers. It also provides
precautions for the general public and identifies those susceptible to the extreme cold
(homeless, seniors, outdoor workers, people in homes without the proper necessities of
life, such as heat).
Who is in charge of shelters or warming centres?
The Region's Social Services department. The Region does not directly operate
shelters but they contract with various agencies.
Who would a member of the public contact regarding warming centres or
shelters?
The public is encouraged to call 2-1-1, which is the phone number which refers people
to programs and services available in the community. 2-1-1 will refer the individual to
the closest centre.
A Great City ... For Generations To Come
Are there emergency shelters in Niagara Falls?
The YWCA offers emergency lodging for single women and single women with children
in Niagara Falls. The Boys & Girls Club has shelter service for youth. The closest
centre for men or two parent families is in St. Catharines.
How would an individual get to a shelter in St. Catharines?
Community organizations such as the Salvation Army and the Out of the Cold program
on St. Lawrence Avenue, will help arrange for transportation.
Are there statistics on shelter usage/demand in Niagara Falls?
Cathy Cousins, Director Operational Support Services at Niagara Region, reports the
following:
In 2014, the shelter system supported 327 unique households, of which 92% were
singles and 60% were female.
In 2014, the outreach services, including mobile outreach and food truck served 54
unique households, of which 78% were singles and 57% were female.
Approximately 90 meals are served daily at lunch and again at dinner at the Out of the
Cold meal program. Based on our experience and conversations with the program
staff, the split is about 50/50 between homelessness individuals and working poor that
attend the meal programs.
There are many other programs that the Region does not operate or support financially
for which we do not have statistics.
Is there any possibility of a shelter for men in Niagara Falls?
Previous calls for applications for grants have been put out by the Region, however, no
Niagara Falls agencies previously came forward. Nonetheless, in the related Niagara
Falls Review article, Elisabeth Zimmerman of the YWCA indicated that her organization
is working with other community organizations regarding such a facility.
Is Niagara Falls appropriately served by services for the homeless?
It would appear that there are services available, most notably the Out of the Cold
program. In a severe cold weather alert, the Red Cross would also be called upon to
assist with evacuation/reception centres, if requested. Obviously, there is a gap with
regard to shelter services for men and two parent families.
A Great City ... For Generations To Come
What more can be done, especially at the lower-tier municipal level?
Social Services at the Region and the community organizations quoted in the Niagara
Falls Review have encouraged more public information. City staff can work with the
Region's Social Services staff to post appropriate information on our website. Although
the homeless would not have internet access, the more residents and business people
are aware of the process and services, the greater likelihood of individuals being
directed properly to the right resources. Also, the more open dialogue, the less stigma
associated with the issues of homelessness.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
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Niagaraaalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Clerks Department
SUBJECT: CD-2015-03
Vehicle Decal Policy
RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve the "Requests from Not-for-Profit or Government Programs to
Permit Placement of Decals on City Vehicles" Policy.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In light of recent requests from organizations to display decals on City vehicles, staff
has prepared a policy, which sets appropriate standards and conditions for such
requests.
BACKGROUND
In 2014, the City received two requests from organizations to place decals on City
vehicles. In July, Council approved report R&C 2014-09, which was a request from
CAA to display "Share the Road" decals on City vehicles to promote a more bicycle-
friendly community.
In September, Council received a deputation from Crime Stoppers of Niagara. As part
of the deputation, the organization requested the City's participation in their "Driving the
Message Home" campaign, which incorporates a bumper sticker component. Council
referred the request to staff.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
In light of the municipality receiving multiple requests, staff felt it was appropriate to
prepare a policy, as opposed to dealing with the requests in an ad-hoc fashion.
Communications staff prepared the attached policy, which provides City control,
standardized sizing of decals and no financial cost to the municipality. Also, the request
will be for a maximum, limited duration of six (6) months and will be for not-for-profit or
government initiatives.
The proposed policy was circulated to the Fleet Manager in the Municipal Works
department. The Manager was supportive of the policy and indicates that the decals
will be easily removable with a heat gun.
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January 27, 2015
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The policy requires the requesting organization to provide decals at their own cost.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The report is in keeping with the City's strategic commitment to encourage planned
external communication strategies. Also, the requests to date encourage a Safe and
Healthy community (Watch for Bikes, Crime Stoppers).
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
• The proposed "Requests from Not-for-Profit or Government Programs to Permit
Placement of Decals on City Vehicles" Policy.
• Crime Stoppers' request.
• R&C-2014-09
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Recommended by: 1:2M6--
Dean lorfida, Ci Clerk
Respectfully submitted: 2-4-4141j-
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
Department Division
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Subject Requests from Not-for-Profit P°I"y#'
tiiagarapills or Government Programs to
Permit Placement of Decals
on City Vehicles
Issue Date Revision Date
February 10, 2015
® Policy ❑ Procedure Page 1 Page 1 of 1
Purpose
City Council periodically receives requests from not-for-profit organizations or government programs
asking that promotional decals be placed on City vehicles.
This policy outlines the procedure that should be followed in granting such requests.
Procedure
Not-for-profit organizations or government program promotional programs decals are permitted on City
Vehicles if they meet the following criteria:
1. The not-for-profit organization or government program makes a written request to City Council.
2. A copy of the proposed decal must be included. The decal size must be that of a standard
bumper sticker (approx. 11.5 in x 3.75 in) or smaller. Oversized decals will not be permitted.
3. City Council must approve the request. A maximum of two (2) requests, for any organization,
will be allowed for each six (6) month period.
4. If the request is approved, the following conditions apply:
a) the decal would run for a maximum of 6 months
b) the decal would be placed on a select number of City vehicles (not the entire fleet)
c) all decals must be provided by the organization leading the campaign at their cost
d) the positioning of the decal on City vehicles will be determined by the City
Director Date
Submitted by
CAO Date
Recommended by
Report# Bylaw# Date
❑ Approved by Council
Dean lorfida
From: Program Manager;Crime Stoppers of Niagara <pm@niagaratips.com>
Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2014 10:34 AM
To: Dean Iorfida
Subject: RE: Appear at Council
Dean,
Thank you. Overall it's a presentation on the Who, What Why and How of what we are and do.
If we can insert "asks" then they would be;
• To develop a working relationship with the Communications Department on a joint message campaign
(online/social media & print),
• Approval/consideration for the involvement in our Driving the Message Home (bumper sticker) campaign, and
• To inform council of our upcoming annual fundraising gala Saturday October 18th
Michael White CPP CRM
Program Manager; Crime Stoppers of Niagara
Tell us What you know. Not who you are.
CRIME/'1
STOPPERS
Warning:The information contained in this electronic mail message,including attachments,is confidential,may be privileged and is intended for the use of the
above-named individual or entity only. If you are not the intended recipient,please notify us immediately by return e-mail,or by telephone 905.932-4655,then
delete this email and any copies from your system. Any dissemination,distribution or copying of this message or its contents's strictly prohibited.
From: Dean lorfida [mailto:diorfida@niagarafalls.ca]
Sent: September 3, 2014 10:05 AM
To: 'Program Manager; Crime Stoppers of Niagara'
Subject: RE: Appear at Council
Thanks for your flexibility, Michael. Deputations are usually at 7:00 p.m. If you wish to do a powerpoint presentation,
send it to me by noon hour of the 23rd, so I can have it loaded onto our Council Chambers' computer.
Do you have a particular"ask" of Council or anything they should have in their Council agendas? Or is it just an
information presentation?
Thanks
Dean
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Niagaraaalls July 8, 2014
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
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SUBMITTED BY: Recreation & Culture
SUBJECT: R&C-2014-09
Share The Road Application - Bicycle Friendly Community
RECOMMENDATION
1 . That Council support the Share The Road application for the City of Niagara Falls
to be recognized as a bicycle friendly community.
2. That Council approve a partnership with CAA to receive complimentary Share The
Road decals and Watch for Bikes stickers to be placed on City fleet vehicles.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Bicycle Friendly Community Award (BFC) Program was launched by the Share The
Road Cycling Coalition in Canada in 2010 to promote safe cycling and to help
municipalities recognize weaknesses and strengths related to cycling in their community.
Municipalities in the Niagara Region, the Cities of Welland, St. Catharines, Thorold and
Pelham have applied and received bicycle friendly designations through this program. The
BFC Program is free to participate. The program provides incentives, hands on
assistance and award recognition for communities who actively support bicycling. Installing
Share the Road Decals and Watch of Bikes stickers on fleet vehicles will leverage the
City's application in achieving a higher bicycle friendly rating designation and will also
create awareness throughout the community about bicycle safety.
BACKGROUND
The Share the Road Cycling Coalition is a provincial cycling advocacy organization created
to unite cycling organizations from across Ontario and work with and on behalf of
municipalities to enhance their ability to make their communities more bicycle-friendly. The
organization's mandate is province-wide with a specific focus on developing public policy
at the provincial level. The Coalition is developing partnerships with like-minded
stakeholders across Ontario. Some partnerships include the Ministry of Transportation,
Ontario Provincial Police, CAA National, Heart & Stroke Foundation, Green Communities
Canada, the Bike Train and numerous cycling clubs.
The organization developed and administers a "Bicycle Friendly Community” designation
program, where municipalities are invited to participate. The designation entails a
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elaborate application process that can also be utilized as a self assessment on how the
community rates in terms of accommodating bicycles and bike safety/awareness. To date,
24 communities in Ontario have received a Bicycle Friendly Designation, with 4 of these
municipalities located within the Niagara Region (see attachment #1). The application is
free to submit and concentrates on 5 main areas; Engineering, Encouragement, Education,
Enforcement, Evaluation and Planning. Applicants, if successful will receive either a gold,
silver or bronze designation. The Share The Road Coalition will also publicly recognize the
successful applicants. Successful applicants will receive support materials such as a
highway quality "Bicycle Friendly Community" road sign, complimentary use of "Bicycle
Friendly Community" graphics for print and online promotion, a community profile on the
Share The Road website and yearbook and a comprehensive feedback report to help
future planning and programming related to cycling within the community.
To help support the City's application, CAA was contacted by Staff to investigate options
regarding having free access to fleet vehicle stickers that promote bicycle safety. Locally,
this method of awareness is currently used on fleet vehicles in the Town of Pelham, City
of Welland, City of Port Colborne, Town of Wainfleet. (see attachments #2 & #3) The
Niagara Region designs and prints their customized vehicle sticker. CAA has confirmed
with City Staff that they will partner with the City to provide the stickers free of charge.
The Share The Road application is due for submission on Friday, July 11, 2014.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
Various municipalities have taken a proactive stance in support of cycling, cycling safety
and the need for increased resources to ensure that residents can share the road The
City can take a leadership role and make a positive contribution to ensure people are safe
on their bicycles while on roadways.
The Share The Road application is a first step in analysing the City' strengths and
weaknesses related to cycling and active transportation. The application and program was
discussed at the January 15, 2014 Park in the City Committee meeting. The Committee
supports the initiative, with one member helping to develop the application.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The no cost application process comes with an extensive feedback report from the
organization that staff can utilize to plan for the future. The free CAA stickers are a cost
efficient means of promoting the Share The Road philosophy.
The municipality can purchase"Bicycle Friendly Community" signs through the Share The
Road Coalition at cost ($60 per sign) if so desired. One complimentary sign will be given
if successful. Training workshops for staff are available at a cost range from $500 to
$2,500
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CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Convenient, Accessible and Sustainable Transportation: Continue to ensure that
environmental, health and social benefits direct transportation planning and design
decisions relating to walking, cycling and public transit.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment #1 - Designated Ontario Municipalities
Attachment #2 - CAA Share the Road Decals
Attachment #3 - Watch For Bikes Stickers
Recommended by: ce
Kathy Moldenhauer
Director of Recreatiory& Culture
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' Ken Todhiefinistrative Officer
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L-2015-05
Niagaraaalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services
SUBJECT: L-2015-05
Toneguzzo Estate
4106 Hickson Avenue
Lot 175, Plan 304
Delivery of Deed
Our File No. 2014-168
RECOMMENDATION
1. That the City provide a Deed to the title of 4106 Hickson Avenue, Niagara Falls,
to Eleanor Toneguzzo and David Toneguzzo, Trustees of the Estate of Gemma
Toneguzzo.
2. That the Mayor and Clerk and City Solicitor be authorized to execute any and all
documentation required to carry out Recommendation No. 1.
BACKGROUND
Attilio and Gemma Toneguzzo purchased 4106 Hickson Avenue, in the City of Niagara
Falls, from the City in 1953, as described in the attached extract from the Finance
Committee Minutes of June 8, 1953, which was located with the able assistance of the
Clerk's Department.
The terms of the sale required that the Toneguzzos construct a house on the property.
The house was constructed many years ago and the Toneguzzos have been paying
taxes to the City on the property since that time. The original purchasers are now both
deceased. The Estate Trustees of Gemma Toneguzzo, who was the last survivor of the
two purchasers, wish to sell the property but are unable to do so unless the City
provides the Estate with a Deed, to provide the Estate ownership of the property.
FINANCIAL/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The City is obligated to provide the Deed, in any event. There is minimal cost to the
City.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The proposed transaction is in keeping with Council's commitment to customer service
excellence, organizational efficiency and effectiveness, and the creation of a well
planned City.
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ATTACHMENT
• Excerpt from the Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting held on June 8,
1953
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Ken Beaman, City Solicitor
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effect bossing such publtey-ansd utLltbiere and .eterprd.ea at the mamma
or the tanager* of the enMolpalitl.n;
AM Menu mecd awieents to Dominion end
Prp+inoial Legi.lation whereby certain padmonto in lieu of twt1on Say be
made, pertiely recognizes the prletiple tot all sasooeamnta maid be taxable;
Maw Therefore Be It Resolved Th.t true De dntec
end Provincial Goverment. be revealed to sward ta. Btstat., s. y 10 allow
municipalities to tux utilities and green propertlee en the Hen basis ar
privately -owned or operated otllitia, mapendoe and propertioe; a copy of
thir resolution be fo:umslei t0 the Mt.r6. Municipal AseacLatten for consid-
eration during their fertheoming eeaventien; and the Boma of tba Corporation be
berme affixed.
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No. 4965 - To amend By-law Number 4134, being a by-law to provide for install.
alien of parking eaters.
ORDERED mein motion of 114. NXin1. and Mower• that Ald. !tiller
be granted the privilege of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the
filet reading. - Carried.
MIMED on the action of Ald. Martin and McKinley that Rule 36 (2)
of the Stemming Rule of Common be toyrrnrl3y swryended Md the by -lar be
given the second reeding.. Carried.
Third Reading - Ale. Mowers and NaoDoneld - Carried.
No. 4964 - 7o authorise the exsoulien of • deed.
MOLD on the emotion of did. Mowers and MacDonald that Ald, McKinley
ben
eraeQ the privilege
Carried.
ege of introducing the by-law end the by-law be given the
first edl,ng,
ONLIM13 on the motion or Old. Miller and MacDonald that Rale 36 (2)
or the Standing Rules of Council be temporarily omepended and the bl-low be given
the .wood reading. - Carried.
Third *..ding - Ald. 4,Oomeld and Martin - Carried.
No. 4967 - To authorise the execution of en agreement for male end deed.
022MRCD on the xoom• of Add. Mowers and Nartin that Ald. McKinlay bi
v'.nt.d thrpririlsge of introducing the by-law and the by-law be given the fire6
reeding. -Clare/ed.
ORINBOD
EM Su on the motion of Ald. Mowers and Miller !jut Rule 36 (2) of
the mooed time. - CCaarriedeil be tapormrly impendedimpendedend the by -Inv be rand
Third leading . Ald. 1U ,.,.l. and Mower. . Carried.
Th. Council adjourned t. finance fleeting on the settee of Aid. MacDonald and Miller.
NEAR AND AMMO, 155), tonne, 1953.
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:he Ptmmnre Meeting vee held on Monday. 9th 1,uw, 1955 for lite
M sparer -ton apt also passing the Various sttsuntt which had been prop• lv pose
certified mrd placed before then. All amber' of the r
with the exception of filo Morro
Committee sun foie.,
Aldi 1lSller, pe'OeitlelMoyer Nrdnne• AeLi,tg tlrlrae, o! fnre.e•,
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Sundry Aacounte submttted, in the mounter 946,)66.32 were approved t0•
the Connie,.
The Acnouhe ehdaittod, being peened or otherwise dealt .with, worn
ordered placed in the many bylaw for p,.eontation to the Council on the motion
of Aid. McKinley and 6 .Donald.
Colder* for .nifeme for the fire Dopermot, received at the meting «
Sure let end referee: for tal,el,eti.n, vera agate o.nsiderrd, along with the
&iteary of sue. 0110=1 on the notion of Aid. Mowers and McKinley that the
tendert $d5. oral rteaps at Maralrall.. Meana Strop, for the puppy of o,4ta, at A aoolatt
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Urn L:Min *Minter
T. Baton Co, Ltd, nupon vetbel rer.OmmrdaUAt of the Mr Mvesg..', !het
be accepted. 0111 5* en the notion of A • ld,
,i/M'rttn3and for the
.appy of tender .
evd.:itted by 5w4 /teeter", for the apply of ehlrta, at Netball, an O the tender
imitated. •0wtatien of 33,61 by
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the applieatiee of A. Martin, ter a building peewit to construct a ons -
rem addltien 10 the front of hie dwelling at 5n foramen Street, et an oetLnts4
coot of 31,000. laid over font die protons anetl.ng, a, again pneented for oon-
sid reties. ton the reCm.nbtallon of the
Property
and Atd. Msa0eneld and Winter it vas ordered that eapplieermemo ea the motion
tempted. end Psfmlt Sieved. ppileaLtrvr M received and
The offer al ty 7enefu. sig t. Punch... 1.5 M3. a
fat the ew .f 12S$. w.a premed 1 for consideration. VTpiii-�w Ilioiaat ire.
the Property Committee and on the notion of tad. Marrs enJ urn ona1, ,t, Zinn of
ordered that tM udder be reeelved and meepted wtb the Condit St vas
dwelling Of At 1...6 $4,070. value be Onet.4 'lest to the Within
period a
of six menthe. npet the ptarLLses Mlh1n ►period
The Report of the Property Committee on the above m►ttere .ma order
remind mid filed of nho action of Ald. Mowers end hiaDonald.
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Niagaraaalls
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Legal Services
SUBJECT: L-2015-06
Ministry of Transportation Ontario and the City
Lease Extension and Amending Agreement
Kitchener Street/Victoria Avenue Parking Lot
Our File No. 2005-53
RECOMMENDATION
1. That the City enter into a Lease Extension and Amending Agreement with the
Ministry of Transportation Ontario ("MTO"), with respect to the use of the
Kitchener StreetNictoria Avenue parking lot located between Victoria Avenue
and Second Avenue to the east and west, respectively, and Falls Avenue and
Kitchener Street to the north and south, respectively.
2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute said Lease Extension and
Amending Agreement.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Term: 5 years from the 1st day of July, 2014, to the 30th day of June, 2019.
Fee: $5.00 per annum, together with 50% of the net revenue from the operation of the
parking lot on the property.
BACKGROUND
The City first leased this property from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation in 2005.
Since that time, it has been operated as a successful parking lot. The property has
been leased under a series of five year terms. The current term expired on July 1,
2014. Parking and Traffic report that in the 2014 year, the lot generated a net revenue
of $14,345.00 Parking and Traffic hope to incorporate the use of this lot into future
innovations in the operation of the WEGO system. Parking and Traffic believe it is in
the public interest to continue to operate this parking lot.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The original Agreement is reported to be a success and all affected parties support
renewal.
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
In the 2014 year, the lot generated a net revenue of$14,345.00.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The proposed transaction is in keeping with Council's commitment to financial
sustainability, customer service excellence, organizational efficiency and effectiveness
and the creation of a well-planned City.
ATTACHMENT
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Niagaraaalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works
SUBJECT: MW-2015-02
Blackburn Parkway Extension
Development Agreement with Cantex Distribution Inc.
RECOMMENDATION
1. That the City enter into a Development Agreement with Cantex Distribution Inc. for
the construction of Blackburn Parkway including the extension of sanitary sewers,
and
2. That the Capital Budget for this project be increased by $12,245, and
3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Development
Agreement.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Site Plan and off-site servicing requirements for this industrial development located
in the Montrose Business park have received the necessary approvals for the project to
proceed to construction. The developer, Navid Qureshi, has agreed to a cost sharing
formula to complete additional off-site works on behalf of the City. The purpose of this
report is to seek Council approval to enter into this Development Agreement that will
reflect the actual tendered price and increase to construction work costs. There will be
an accompanying by-law for the execution of this agreement on the agenda tonight.
BACKGROUND
This development will require the extension of the existing sanitary sewer as well as the
existing road in order to comply with zoning requirements. The developer has agreed to
tender the external services with the site servicing to ensure the co-ordination of their
completion in a timely and expeditious manner.
The Development Agreement sets out the scope of work and costs to be paid by the
City to the Developer which is based on tendered prices and final construction
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quantities. City staff have completed the design, acquired all approvals and will inspect
the off-site works to ensure municipal interests are protected.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The project was tendered privately with documents that had been reviewed and
accepted by City staff. Nine (9) local contractors were invited to bid which resulted in
seven (7) bids being submitted.
The tenders were opened on January 27, 2015 at City Hall in the presence of the
Developer and City staff.
The lowest tender was received from Gibbons Contracting Ltd. for the works within the
municipal right of way in the amount of $127,075 including HST. The City's share of
this cost is $123,870 including HST with the Developer paying the cost of sanitary
laterals within the road allowance, at $3,205 including HST. This contractor has
performed similar type projects for the City. Staff are of the opinion that this contractor
is capable of successfully completing these works. The project is scheduled to be
completed within twenty (20) days of construction start.
FINANCIAL/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The project was approved in the 2014 Capital Budget for the amount of $114,195 that
resulted in a funding deficit of $12,245 including HST. The City's final share of the cost
will be determined once the construction is completed. The tendered price is greater
than the budget. Therefore, Council approval to increase the project budget is needed
with the required $12,245 being funded from the 2015 Capital Budget.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The recommendations are consistent with the Council's Strategic Priority to strengthen
and promote economic development within the City and achieve the goal of
infrastructure sustainability.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
1. Location Plan
2. Budget Sheet
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Recommended by:
Geoff H. man, l irector of Municipal Works
Respectfully submitted: 4411-Al
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Project Name Blackburn Parkway Extension-Avertex Development Included in 10 year
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Project Description BD generarted project in the business Park-involves the extension of the road and sanitary sewer
to service the Centex Development
Projected Start Date: First quarter
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2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
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EXPENDITURES
Engineering
Fees/Design/Studies
Land/Building/Furniture/
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Construction
Roads 9,675
Storm Sewers
Water
Sanitary Sewers
S itework/Landsca ping
Contingency 2,570
Other
Interest Expense
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 12,245 -
FUNDING SOURCES
Special Purpose Reserves
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Development Charges
Debentures
Gas Tax
Provincial/Federal Grants
External Contributions
Interest Earned
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TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES - - - -
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(surplus)/deficit 12,245 -
MW-2015-03
Niagaraaalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works
SUBJECT: MW-2015-03
Assumption of Various Subdivisions
RECOMMENDATION
That the City formally assume the Subdivisions listed in this report.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The assumption of these developments will allow the City to formally recognize the
developers have met their obligations in the Subdivision Agreement and place it on the
regular maintenance schedule.
BACKGROUND
The City's standard Subdivision Agreement sets out the Developers obligations to
ensure services are constructed according to City standards. Once all deficiencies are
corrected and the maintenance periods have expired, the City will grant Final
Assumption status to the development. According to the terms in the Subdivision
Agreement, the City shall issue a Certificate of Assumption to the following subdivisions:
REGISTRATION PLAN SUBDIVISION
59M-310 Creekside Court
59M-335 Futino Estates
Once the resolution is passed by Council a certificate will be issued to each developer
and a formal notice sent to the Operations staff for their records.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The Subdivider's Agreement sets out the developer's responsibilities from services
design to construction completion which results in the City's assumption once the
maintenance period expires and all deficiencies addressed to the City's satisfaction.
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ASSET Breakdown
Subdivision Roads Sidewalks Storm Sanitary Watermain
(m) (m) Sewer(m) Sewer(m) (m)
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Court 60 N/A 288 70 60
Futino
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Total m 310 N/A 514 324 357
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FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The Subdivider Agreement sets out the Final Assumption criteria as follows:
"Final assumption of Subdivision: Final assumption of the Subdivision shall define the
date when all of the obligations and securities of the Subdivider for the subdivision are
released and all maintenance responsibilities passed on to the City."
"Certificate of Assumption: A Certificate of Assumption will be issued by the City after
carrying out final maintenance inspection and approval of each Class of Works,
including final assumption of the subdivision."
The developers have met their responsibilities as set out in their Subdivision
Agreements and therefore it is appropriate for the City to formally assume these
subdivisions and issue the Certificates of Assumption. The securities for these
developments have been returned to the Subdividers as all the works have been
completed to the City's satisfaction.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
Implementation of these works 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 Plan — Creekside Court Subdivision
2. Location Plan - Futino Estates
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Niagara)alis February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development
SUBJECT: PBD-2015-08
AM-32/2005, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
4311 Mann Street
Block 95, Plan 59M-395
(Chippawa West Phase 2 — Stage 1 Plan of Subdivision)
Applicant: Rosehaven Homes (Niagara-Towns Homes Inc.)
Removal of Holding (H) Symbol
RECOMMENDATION
That Council pass the by-law appearing on tonight's agenda to remove the holding (H)
symbol from Block 95, Plan 59M-395.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
• Block 95 in the Chippawa West Phase 2 Plan of Subdivision is zoned R4(H)-761 by
By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 2006-205. The holding (H) symbol is
in place to ensure sufficient servicing capacity exists before the lands are developed.
• The applicant wishes to remove the (H) symbol and develop of the land for
townhouse dwellings under the R4 zone.
• The holding (H) symbol can be removed from the by-law because the Regional
Municipality of Niagara and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment are satisfied
there is capacity to service this stage.
BACKGROUND
Proposal
Rosehaven Homes has submitted a request to remove of the holding (H) symbol that
applies to Block 95 in the Chippawa West Phase 2 Plan of Subdivision. Refer to Schedule 1
to locate the subject lands which are known as 4311 Mann Street. The subject lands are
zoned Residential Low Density, Grouped Multiple Dwellings (R4(H)-761) in accordance with
Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 2006-205. A site plan control
application for 45 townhouse dwelling units is imminent. The subject block is within the
Stage 1 subdivision plan, which was registered in October, 2012.
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Due to the limited servicing capacity in Chippawa a holding (H) symbol was included in the
by-law to ensure development would not occur in the subdivision until sufficient water,
sanitary and stormwater servicing capacity was available and approvals were received from
the City, the Region and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment (MOE).
The Region, on behalf of the MOE, has indicated that there is servicing capacity for this
project. As such, the developer wishes to proceed and is requesting the holding (H) symbol
be removed from the Zoning By-law so that the townhouse dwellings can be built.
The Holding provision has already been lifted from the balance of the Stage 1 subdivision
plan (59M-395.
Circulation Comments
The Planning Act requires notice of the removal of a holding (H) symbol to be given to
landowners affected by it and any members of the public or agencies that have submitted a
written request for the notice. In accordance with regulations, notice regarding the removal
of the holding (H) symbol was circulated to the applicant and the Regional Municipality of
Niagara. The Region of Niagara has no objections to the request.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The Region and the City's Municipal Works Section indicate there is sufficient capacity in
the sanitary system to service the 45 units. The servicing infrastructure necessary to
service this block has been constructed. As the requirements of the holding (H) symbol
have been met, it can be removed from the lands.
The holding symbol will remain on the unregistered stages of the draft approved subdivision
until sufficient servicing capacity becomes available. The infrastructure works under
construction by the Region in the Chippawa area are expected to be complete late this year
and will assist in providing additional servicing capacity for the area.
Staff will work with developer to promote the next phase of the subdivision to be along
Emerald Drive. The extension of Emerald Drive south to Willick Road will provide a second
means of access for the subdivision.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
Development Charges will be payable prior to Building Permit issuance.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
The request does not affect any of the City's strategic commitments.
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LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Appendix 1 — Location Map
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Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development
Respectfully submitted:
Ken T d, Chief Administrative Officer
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PBD-2015-09
Niagaraaalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development
SUBJECT: PBD-2015-09
DRU-2014-005, 5501 Ferry Street
Commercial Building & Facade Improvement Grant
Applicant: Pina Abbruscato
RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve the Facade Improvement Grant and Commercial Building
Improvement Grant Applications for 5501 Ferry Street subject to the owner satisfying the
program requirements.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The application can be supported because:
• the renovation will result in the revitalization of an idle commercial property to a
new restaurant use in conformity with the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law;
• the renovation and new use continue improvements on the corner of Ferry Street
and Stanley Avenue and 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 $20,500 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 vacant and was previously occupied by the Sicilian
Gardens Restaurant. Facade improvements are sought to accommodate the new use.
Other works already done on the building include a roof repair to address a leak. As a
result of the leaking roof and a pump sump issue, mould was identified inside the building.
A mould assessment and clean-up of the whole building was completed for the benefit of
the residential units above the commercial floor. The restaurant use is permitted within
the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law.
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Facade Improvement Grant
The Applicant wishes to replace the store front and vestibule windows, paint the façade
and exposed side walls, remove the secondary window canopies and frame both
windows, replace the soffit board and install molds to improve the roof line appearance,
repair the wooden columns and replace the tiles along the front bottom of the building
front. A photo of the existing facade with the identification of improvements is included
as Appendix 2.
The Historic Drummondville Facade and Commercial Building Improvement Plan offers a
$10,000 grant for façade improvements. The grant may be increased with an additional
$5,000 (for a total of $15,000) in specific instances including where a side wall is highly
visible from Ferry Street or Lundy's Lane. In this case, the westerly side wall of this
property is entirely exposed and visible along Ferry Street as it abuts the parking area of
the adjacent lands and is considered eligible for the additional grant. The estimated total
cost of the eligible improvements, including the west side wall, is approximately $21,000.
The Facade Improvement Grant can provide a total of 50% of the estimated cost of
improvements ($21,000 x 50% = $10,500) or $15,000 whichever is lesser. As such the
total eligible grant would total $10,500 towards which the City and Region would each
contribute $5,250.
Commercial Building Improvement Grant
The second storey of 5501 Ferry Street contains two residential units. The Owners were
required to repair a leaking roof when the application was submitted. As a result of the
leaking roof, mould was found within the structure and an environmental investigation
required immediate remediation for the sake of the occupants. A total of $27,608 was
spent on the environmental clean-up of the structure which included the removal of walls
and new drywall. A site inspection of the structure was completed by the City's Property
Standards Department prior to any works being initiated. Staff recognizes that the mould
clean-up could not have been put off until the consideration of Council for the commercial
building portion of this grant as is outlined in the CIP application process.
The clean-up of the mould was required as a health and safety measure which is
recognized as an eligible expense under the Commercial Building Improvement
Grant. The Grant can provide a total of 50% of the estimates ($27,608 x 50% = $13,804)
or $10,000 whichever is lesser. The eligible commercial building improvement grant
would therefore be $10,000 towards which the City and Region would each contribute
$5,000.
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 start-up of a new restaurant within this existing space would be highly
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desirable for the busy Stanley Avenue/Ferry Street intersection which currently has a few
vacant properties. The restaurant use is in compliance with City's Planning documents
and it is hoped that the improvement of the building will encourage the continued
revitalization of the area.
FINANCIAL 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
$10,250 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 Improvement Photo
Recommended by: /`� ` ki`
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development
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Respectfully submitted:
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
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Niagaraplls
February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services
SUBJECT: TS-2015-03
Pavement Markings — Contract Extension
On-Street Truck Mounted and Small Machine
RECOMMENDATION
That the tenders for the Application of Pavement Markings (RFT04-2012 and RFT05-
2012) be extended until December 31, 2015 at the 2014 unit prices.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The extension of a contract award may be granted if agreed to by the City and the
Contractor as per clause 49 (Instructions to Bidders - Extension of Contract Award) in
Tender RFT04-2012 and Tender RFT-05-2012. The extension of these contracts for
one year, will provide for pavement marking services in 2015 by Provincial Maintenance
at 2014 prices.
BACKGROUND
Tenders for the application of pavement markings on city streets is tendered every three
years. Two tenders are issued; one tender is for the application of markings using a
centreline machine; another tender is for the application of markings using a hand
machine. Both tenders were issued in 2012 and had expired December 31 2014.
Provincial Maintenance was the successful bidder for both tenders and had
satisfactorily completed the pavement marking program.
Provincial Maintenance has offered to extend pavement marking services for 2015 at
the 2014 bid prices. Both tenders that were bid for in 2012 reference a clause
pertaining to granting an extension to the contract if agreed to by the City and the
Contractor, subject to the prices for work are the same as stated on the Form of Tender
pages. In this situation, the contractor has agreed to maintain 2014 prices for the 2015
pavement marking season.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
On-street pavement markings are essential for vehicle safety and regulation of traffic.
Provincial Maintenance has provided services for labour, materials and equipment for
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applying pavement markings on-street throughout the city for the duration of the last
tender and have been carrying out pavement marking services for the city for over
fifteen years. Provincial Maintenance was the successful bidder in 2012 on both
tenders and their combined bid price was significantly lower (60% less) than the next
lowest competing bid.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
Based on 2014 unit prices the contracted service for pavement markings on city streets
in 2015 will be $255,280.00. This amount has been allocated in the 2015 General
Purposes Budget.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
To maintain the city standards of safety and operational needs.
Recommended by:
Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services
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Respectfully submitted:
Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer
Attachments:
Correspondence from Provincial Maintenance
Provincial Maintenance Inc.
7739 Drummond Road
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 4P9
905-357-3398(0)
905-357-6151(f)
promain@cogeco.net
January 6, 2015
The City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON
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Re: RFT 04-2012 and RFT 05-2012 Pavement Marking for Truck Mounted and Hand Machine
Dear Marzenna Carrick:
I would like to thank you for our participation in the pavement marking for the 2014 season.
I understand that are contract is finished and the 2015 season will be put forth for tendering again.
I am writing this letter to request the possibility of the contract to be extended to Provincial
Maintenance Inc. for the 2015 season at the same unit price as 2014.
I understand if this is not your policy and will look forward to participating in the 2015 tendering
procedure.
Regards,
Ralph Terrio
Community Services Department
Recreation & Culture
Inter-Department Memorandum NlilaC'ilrLl11.S
TO: Cathy Crabbe DATE: February 10, 2015
Mayor's Office
• FROM: Lori Albanese
Community Development Coordinator
Ext. 3332
RE: Awards at Council - Tuesday, February 10, 2015
A.N. Myer Senior Boys Football Team - O.F.S.A.A. Champions
The A.N. Myer Senior Boys Football Team had one goal this year - to make the playoffs.
After their first game, they realized that their goal was achievable and also started to
believe they could win. They adopted the NFL slogan "Why not us?".
The commitment put forth by the players and coaches was "nulli secundus" (second to
none),just like their school motto. Congratulations to the A.N. Myer Senior Boys Football
Team on winning the O.F.S.A.A. bowl championship.
The following players were voted to the All-Conference Team for 2014: Zyer Harris, 2014
defensive MVP, Michael Casciano,Tyrell Ford, Shaun DeGaust, Ryan Wach, and Zack
Spadafora. The entire team is listed below and also attached with their player numbers.
Tre Ford Troy Colosimo Matthew Burns
Tyler Wood Husayn Abou Ardat Matthew Peacock
Faiz Meghani Tyler Fuentes Noah Rodrique
Michael Matovic Mitchell Poole Michael Bailey
Ryan Wach Ryan Montgomery Luca Mihelic
Mykola Molodynia Julian Canali
Michael Casciano Tanner loannoni Coaches:
Donovan Venegas Zachary Spadafora Dave Buchanan
Shawn DeGaust Denver Cormos Nico Marino
Elijah Finlay Miodrag Jovkovic Bobby Ford
Joshua Paterson Steven Medveski Rob Colosimo
Ryan Cote John Adams Kyle Stephenson
Tre Parmer Kyle Whalen Ralph Scholz
Tyrell Ford Lucas Robson-Menger Dave Girodat
Tyler Scholz Matthew Jackson Glenn Timlock
Cody Maves Cameron Bauer Jamie French
Austin Potter Alexander Noel! Gary MacDonald
Taggart Rive Richard Deschatelets
Zyer Harris Aaron Wilkinson
Working Together to Serve Our Community
Municipal Works • Fire Services • Parks, Recreation &Culture • Business Development • Building&By-Law Services
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2014 Football Bowl Games Player Registration
School Association Sweater Colours Team Name
A.N.Myer S.S. 1 SOSSA _ White/Purple Marauders
Coaching Staff Position Name(First) (Last)
Head Coach(Offensive Dave Buchanan
Coordinator) —
Assistant Coach(Defensive Nico Marino
Coordinator)
Assistant Defensive Bobby Ford
Coordinator
Special Teams Rob Colosimo
Defensive Backs Kyle Stephenson
Line Ralph Scholz
Dave Girodat
Glenn Timlock
Assistant Coach Jamie French
Player Development Gary MacDonald
Number Name(First) (Last) Height Weight Position Grade
1 Tre Ford 6'0" 155 QB 11
2 Tyler Wood 5'8" 150 WR 12
4 Faiz Meghani 5'7" 135 Safety 12
7 Michael Matovic 5' 10" 180 OLB/DB 11
8 Ryan Wach 5' 10" 150 WR/DB 12
9 Mykola Molodynia 6'0" 155 K 11
10 Michael Casciano_ 6'5" 190 WR 11
15 Donovan Venegas j 6' 1" 225 LB/G 11
16 Shawn DeGaust 5' 10" 145 DB 11
17 Elijah Finlay 6'3" 190 WR ! 12
19 Joshua Paterson 6'0" 170 I K 12
24 Ryan Cote _ 5'8" 165 OLB/DB 12
26 Tre Farmer 6' 1" 185 } RB 12B
30 Tyrell ( Ford 5'10" 145 i DB/WR 11
31 Tyler Scholz 6'3" 170 ! WR/DB 11
32 Cody Maves 6'0" 160 DB 12
34 Austin Potter 6' 1" 185 DE 11
36 Ta__art Rive 6' 1" T 190 MLB 12
38 Zyer _ Harris 5'8 175 _ ' MLB/RB 12
40 Tro Colosimo 5'8" 170 f DT 11
41 Husayn Abou Ardat 5' 11" 300 DT 12
42 T ruler Fuentes 5' 11" 160 I OLB 11
43 Mitchell Poole { 5'9" 130 1 S 11
44 Ryan [Montgomery 5' 11" 235 DT 11
48 Julian Canali 6'2" 155 DE 11
49 Tanner loannoni L 6'2" 285 OL 11
50 Zachary Spadafora 15' 11" 220 G 12B
52 — ; Denver ; Cormos 5' 10" 175 OL 11 ,
53 Miodra Jovkovic 1 5' 10" 255 G 11
56 Steven Medveski 6' 1" 170 MLB 11
57 John Adams 5' 11" _ 215 DT/OT 12B
58 Kyle Whalen 5' 11" 205 DT/C 12B
62 I Lucas Robson-Menger 6'0" 235 OT/DT 12B
66 i Matthew Jackson 6'1" 240 OL 12
67 Cameron Bauer __ 5'9" 130 I OLB 11
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68 Alexander Noell — 5' 11" 220 OL 11 _
77 _j Richard Deschatelets 6'1" 190 } DT ---411
80 j Aaron Wilkinson 6'0" ' 190 { DE 12
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88 Matthew Peacock6' 1" 205 r WR/DE 12B
95 Noah Rodrique 6' 1" 230 OL 11
97 1 Michael Bailey 6' 1" 250 OL _ 11
99 t Luca M ihelic 5'6" 150 } OLB/DB 12
TS-2015-04
NiagaraFalls February 10, 2015
REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati
and Members of Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department
SUBJECT: TS-2015-04
Caledonia Street— Traffic Operations Review
RECOMMENDATIONS
That Council approve the traffic mitigation plan for Caledonia Street consisting of:
1. The application of a yellow centre line between Dunn Street and Dorchester
Road;
2. White edge line markings between Dunn Street and Dorchester Road to define
the traffic lanes;
3. Painted medians at various intersections;
4. A marked traffic circle at the eastern intersection of Caledonia Street and
Margaret Street;
5. Enhanced pedestrian crosswalks for the all-way stop at the western intersection
of Caledonia Street and Margaret Street;
6. Installing secondary left side stop signs with red/white object markers for the all-
way stop at the western intersection of Caledonia Street and Margaret Street;
7. Continuing to liaise with the Niagara Regional Police in enforcing fail-to-stop
violations at the Caledonia Street and Margaret Street all-way stop; and,
8. Staff monitoring the traffic operations on Caledonia Street and report back 6
months after implementation.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Staff completed a traffic operations review for Caledonia Street in response to a request
to review the speed of traffic, driver compliance of the all-way stop control and the
amount of non-local "cut-through" traffic. Findings of the traffic review and a
recommended plan of action was shared with residents that attended a Public
Information Session held on October 2, 2014.
The public consultation phase yielded responses from eleven (11) homeowners on
Caledonia Street out of 82 residences. All respondents identified that some action is
required to mitigate their traffic concerns. The preference that secondary stop signs be
installed and the pavement markings are enhanced to further attract the attention of
drivers of the existing all-way stop location was identified by the most number of
respondents followed by narrowing the road through the line painting scheme.
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Transportation Staff is recommending that Council approve the traffic mitigation plan
Staff prepared and presented at the public meeting. The plan converts a wide, long
section of road into narrower, shorter sections broken up by an array of techniques.
BACKGROUND
City Staff were requested by a group of residents to review the speed of traffic, driver
compliance of the all-way stop control and the amount of drivers using Caledonia Street
to bypass the traffic signals on Drummond Road and Dorchester Road while travelling
to and from the shopping centres on McLeod Road. This request was as a result of a
motor vehicle collision whereby a motorist did not stop for the posted stop sign and
struck a residential dwelling.
Caledonia Street is a collector road that extends approximately 925 metres from Dunn
Street to the north and Dorchester Road to the west. Drivers have the right-of-way from
Dunn Street to the western intersection of Margaret Street, at which point, they must
stop for an all-way stop. Beyond Margaret Street, drivers have the right-of-way until
they encounter a stop sign at Dorchester Road.
Caledonia Street has an 11.0 metre pavement width and contains a 1.5 metre wide curb
face sidewalk on each side. Light standards are provided on the west side providing
night-time illumination. The road is level but curves gradually several times throughout
its length. There are currently no parking restrictions.
Staff carried out various technical studies, including speed and volume studies, stop
sign compliance, an origin-destination survey, sight line reviews, a review of the existing
signs and collision history to address the concerns.
Speed studies carried out in September 2014, which are summarized below, reveal that
the average operating speed on Caledonia Street is 46 km/h. Given the 50 km/h speed
limit, a speeding problem was not observed. A summary of the speed study results is
provided in the table below.
Location Operating Speed
Between Dunn Street& Margaret Street(East) 51 km/h
Between Margaret Street(East) &Jolley Crescent 40 km/h
Between Jolley Crescent& Margaret Street(West) 39 km/h
Between Whitman Avenue &Churchill Street 46 km/h
Between Adams Avenue & Whitman Avenue 50 km/h
Between Hagar Avenue &Adams Avenue 49 km/h
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Traffic volume data collected reveal that Caledonia Street carries approximately 800
vehicles on a daily basis, split evenly between the east and westbound directions.
Afternoon peak hour volumes do not exceed 75 vehicles. Caledonia Street is classified
as a collector road in the City's Official Plan. The traffic service function of this type of
street is to carry traffic between local and arterial streets. The average daily traffic
expected for this type of road ranges between 1,000 and 5,000 vehicles. The average
daily traffic volumes on Caledonia Street are below the expectations of an urban minor
collector roadway.
Origin-destination studies were carried out on a Friday evening and Saturday afternoon
at major access points to the neighbourhood. The purpose of the origin-destination
studies was to identify if Caledonia Street is being utilized as a "cut-through" route by
non-local traffic wishing to bypass the traffic signals on Drummond Road and
Dorchester Road to/from the shopping centres on McLeod Road. The results of the
origin-destination study revealed that ninety-five (95) percent of the traffic on Caledonia
Street is local and five (5) percent entered and left the neighbourhood within a few
minutes. Over an 8-hour period, 83 motorists were recorded to shortcut through the
neighbourhood, whereas 1,628 drivers were origin or destination based in the
neighbourhood. This averages to be approximately 10 drivers cutting through the
neighbourhood per hour. This amount is considered to be within a tolerable threshold.
Result of the stop sign compliance study revealed that on average seventy (70) percent
of motorists (considering that the vast majority of drivers passing through the
intersection are local to the area) do not complete a full, legal stop for the all-way stop at
the intersection of Caledonia Street at Margaret Street. The Niagara Regional Police
has been requested to enforce the fail-to-stop violations at this intersection.
Existing signs were visually inspected to ensure they are in good condition and located
properly. All of the signs along Caledonia Street are in acceptable condition. Red/white
object markers have been installed below each stop sign at the Caledonia Street and
Margaret Street all-way stop to enhance its conspicuousness.
A collision review revealed that there is not a collision problem on Caledonia Street for
the previous three years. A single motor vehicle collision occurred at the western
intersection of Caledonia Street & Margaret Street in August 2014 that resulted in the
driver striking a residence at approximately 2:20 a.m. The motorist was traveling
southbound on Margaret Street and failed to stop for the posted stop sign at Caledonia
Street. The roads were dry at the time. No injuries were sustained.
A sight line review noted that the stop sign posted on Margaret Street at Caledonia
Street is clearly visible from 175 metres away, which is more than double the minimum
requirements for it to be seen by an approaching motorist. Driver sight lines throughout
Caledonia Street are adequate.
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On-street parking is permitted on Caledonia Street during the day. Vehicles were
observed to be parked on Caledonia Street in the study area. Parked vehicles narrow
the travelled portion of the roadway, which reduces the lateral clearance available to
drivers and may assist in reducing traffic speeds.
Neighbourhood Meeting
Staff hosted a Public Information Centre at the MacBain Centre on October 2, 2014.
Residents were informed of the meeting through a letter that was hand-delivered to all
82 households that front on Caledonia Street two weeks in advance. The meeting
notice was also posted on two occasions in the Niagara Review and was on the City's
website. The meeting was to present the study findings, present potential alternatives
and recommendations; and solicit input from the residents of Caledonia Street regarding
their preferred alternative.
Although the results of the traffic review on Caledonia Street did not warrant any
additional traffic or speed control devices, Staff identified that the pavement width on
Caledonia Street is considerably wider than a typical urban residential collector road
(11.0 metres versus 9.15 metres). A suggestion to reduce the wide platform was
presented at the meeting, which included roadway narrowing treatments such as
painted edge lines, centerline, and marked medians. These treatments can assist in
narrowing wide roads into defined lanes.
Residents from ten (10) homes on Caledonia Street and the immediate area attended
the public meeting and comments from each homeowner were received. For those that
were unable to attend the public meeting, the displays from the public meeting and a
comment form was accessible via the City's website following the meeting and various
methods to provide a response were offered. This garnered comments from an
additional three (3) residents.
In total, comments were received from 13 residents. Eleven (11) responses from
Caledonia Street homeowners were received out of 82 residences (13 percent response
rate) and two (2) responses were received from persons that reside on nearby streets.
Six respondents reside within 75 metres of the all-way stop at the western intersection
of Caledonia Street and Margaret Street.
Residents were requested to offer their input on existing traffic conditions, which is
summarized as follows:
- 11 residents feel that compliance of the stop signs are low;
- 10 residents identified that they are concerned with traffic speeds;
- 7 residents identified that traffic volumes are high, or are increasing; and,
- 3 residents are concerned with cut-through traffic.
Further, residents were asked to identify their preferred solution. A summary of the 13
responses are as follows:
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- 13 residents feel that some action is needed to mitigate their traffic concerns
on Caledonia Street;
- 9 residents preferred that secondary stop signs be installed and the
pavement markings are enhanced to improve the conspicuousness of the
existing all-way stop location;
- 6 residents identified that they prefer that the concept plan of narrowing the
road through the line painting scheme be implemented;
- 4 residents identified that they prefer additional all-way stops along
Caledonia Street, with the majority identifying the eastern intersection of
Caledonia Street and Margaret Street being the preferred location;
- 4 residents identified that speed humps should be installed on Caledonia
Street; and,
- 3 residents identified that the area needs to be enforced.
ANALYSIS/RATIONALE
The traffic assessment determined that:
- There is not a speeding problem on Caledonia Street;
- Caledonia Street carries approximately 800 vehicles on a daily basis, with
afternoon peak hour volumes not exceeding 75 vehicles. These volumes are
below the expectations of an urban minor collector roadway;
- Five percent of the traffic observed are drivers that do not have either an origin or
destination in the neighbourhood (i.e. cut through traffic);
- The majority of drivers are not carrying out a full legal stop at the all-way stop
located at Caledonia Street and Margaret Street;
- There is not a collision pattern or problem along Caledonia Street;
- Driver sight lines throughout Caledonia Street are adequate; and,
- The road is wider than a typical collector road.
The public consultation phase yielded responses from eleven (11) homeowners on
Caledonia Street out of 82 residences. This represents a 13 percent response rate.
Two (2) responses were received from persons that reside on others streets in the
subdivision. All respondents identified that some action is required to mitigate their
traffic concerns. The preference that secondary stop signs be installed and the
pavement markings are enhanced to further attract the attention of drivers of the
existing all-way stop location was identified by the most number of respondents followed
by narrowing the road through the line painting scheme.
Given the foregoing, Staff is recommending that Council approve the traffic mitigation
plan Staff prepared and presented at the public meeting. The plan converts a wide,
long section of road into narrower, shorter sections broken up by an array of techniques.
Transportation Staff believes that the plan will create a neighbourhood environment that
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supports and encourages the use of non-auto modes of travel such as walking and
cycling and enhance its liveability. The plan does not restrict driveway access or affect
snow ploughing or other street maintenance. The line painting will be carried out in the
spring.
FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
The installation of the auxiliary stop signs for the all-way stop at the western intersection
of Caledonia Street and Margaret Street and implementing the traffic mitigation plan for
Caledonia Street is to be carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour and
material costs are accounted for in the 2015 General Purposes Budget. Cost studies
estimate that the cost to install the signs and apply the road markings is approximately
$2,500.
CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT
This initiative is supported by Council's Strategic Priorities, which include ensuring that
environmental, health, and social benefits direct transportation planning and design
decisions related to walking, cycling, and public transit.
LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
October 2, 2014 Public Meeting Notice
October 2, 2014 Public Meeting Displays
Recommended by:
Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services
Respectfully submitted: 14/44A)
Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer
NOTICE OF PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE
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NiagaraJalIs Traffic Operations Study
Residents and stakeholders are invited to attend a public open house to address traffic safety
concerns City Staff has received on Caledonia Street. Please refer to the map and outlined
study area below. This meeting is to allow interested persons the opportunity to provide
comments and input on existing traffic operations and potential solutions in this
neighbourhood. The City's Transportation Staff will be on hand to share the results of the
technical data compiled on Caledonia Street and to answer questions.
The meeting will be an Open House format and it is scheduled for:
Thursday, October 2, 2014
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
MacBain Community Centre
Multi-Purpose Room D - 2nd Floor
7150 Montrose Road
Niagara Falls, ON L2H 3N3
If you cannot attend the open house but would like to provide comments, please forward
them by October 10, 2014 to Mathew Bilodeau at mbilodeau(a�niagarafalls.ca or by calling
(905)356-7521 extension 5202. The material provided at the Open House will be available
on the City's website following the meeting.
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BACKGROUND
Traffic concerns were expressed by local residents
Speed of traffic is the primary concern
Low compliance for traffic control devices, especially with drivers not
stopping for the stop signs at the Caledonia Street & Margaret Street all-way
stop
Speed control devices are being requested to mitigate driver speeds
Caledonia Street is very wide
THE STUDY AREA
The limits of the study area is Caledonia Street from Dorchester Road to
Dunn Street.
Caledonia Street is a minor urban collector roadway with a posted speed of
50 km/h. Its function is to primarily serve the residential neighbourhood.
There are three (3) elementary schools, James Morden Public School,
Heximer Avenue Public School, and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic
School with walking boundaries within the study area.
There is also a place of worship, Kingdom Hall Jehovah's Witness on
Caledonia Street.
There are no transit routes on Caledonia Street. School buses from the
Pubic and Catholic School Boards have routes on Caledonia Street.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Traffic Volume
Traffic volumes were collected on Caledonia Speed in September 2014. The
results below indicate an average daily traffic volume of approximately 650 to
900 vehicles, which is less than the typical minor urban collector roadway. The
average daily traffic on minor urban collectors ranges between 1 ,000 and 5,000
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TECHNICAL DATA
Traffic Speeds
Traffic speeds were collected on Caledonia Street in September 2014. The results below
indicate the operating speeds along Caledonia Street are generally less than the posted
speed of 50 km/h. The highest occurred between Dunn Street and Margaret Street, with a
combined operating speed of 51 km/h.
Caledonia Street does not qualify for the installation speed control devices, which are
warranted when the operating speeds are in excess of the posted speed by 10 km/h or
more.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Collision Review
Collision history for the previous five years (2010 - Present) reveals four (4)
collisions occurring on Caledonia Street.
• Ali of the collisions resulted in property damage only;
• Two (2) collisions involved motorists exiting their driveway and colliding
with a motorist traveling on Caledonia Street;
• One (1 ) collision involved a single motor vehicle near the intersection of
Caledonia Street & Margaret Street (East Intersection), in which alcohol
was a factor; and
• Recently, a single motor vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of
Caledonia Street & Margaret Street (West Intersection).
• The recent collision occurred on Monday, August 18, 2014 at 2:30 am. A
motorist was traveling southbound on Margaret Street and failed to stop at
the intersection of Caledonia Street, and struck a residence. Alcohol/drugs
was not a factor in the collision.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Stop Sign Compliance Review
A stop sign compliance review was conducted at the all-way stop on
Caledonia Street at Margaret Street.
The results indicate that:
• The majority of drivers, 61 % (AM) and 56% (PM) are practically stopping
or are carrying out a "rolling stop" at the intersection;
• 27% (AM) and 35% (PM) of drivers are fully stopping, either voluntarily or
by traffic; and
• Most importantly, 13% (AM) and 9% (PM) of drivers are not stopping.
Based on these findings, additional enforcement and / or
improvements will be considered for this intersection to increase the
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NEIGHBOURHOOD TRAFFIC REVIEW
The neighbourhood traffic review should be undertaken in consideration
of the following goals:
• Enhance the quality of life and livability in City of Niagara Falls'
neighbourhoods through the use of traffic management measures, such as
speed humps, that reduce or control the impact of vehicle traffic;
• Change the culture of neighbourhood street use from 'cars first' to 'people
first';
•Create neighbourhood environments that support and encourage the use of
non-auto modes of travel such as cycling, walking and transit; and
•Develop a transportation system that recognizes and accommodates to the
greatest extent possible, the multitude of activities that take place along the
roadway.
The process should involve:
'Public consultation and input in all aspects of the process;
•A process that is fair, balanced and equitable and reflects the needs of all
users; and
•A process that reflects the City of Niagara Falls funding capabilities.
Specific objectives of the neighbourhood traffic review are to:
•Improve safety and convenience for all users of the street;
•Reduce the number and severity of collisions;
-Reduce the volume and/or speed of motorized traffic;
•Reduce the volume of traffic that has neither its origin or destination within the
residential neighbourhood;
'Minimize effects on the adjacent or nearby local residential streets; and
•Reduce motor vehicle emissions.
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PRELIMINARY STAFF FINDINGS
1 . That stop sign compliance is poor at the intersection of
Caledonia Street and Margaret Street. Additional
enforcement and / or devices may be installed to help
mitigate the problem. Potential devices are presented for
consideration.
2. Caledonia Street is exceptionally wide compared to a
typical minor urban collector roadway. Potential
improvements to reduce the width along Caledonia
Street are presented for input.
3. That operating speeds are low and not exceeding the
speed limit by 10 km/h or more. At this time, speed control
devices will not be recommended by Staff on Caledonia
Street.
4. City staff will continue to monitor traffic speeds along
Caledonia Street. Speed control devices may be explored
at a later date, if operating speeds increase.
5. Encourage residents to participate in the Neighbourhood
Speed Watch program
Recommendations will be finalized once all
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ALL-WAY STOPS
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The purpose of an all-way stop is to provide alternating right-of-way to two roadways with similar volume
and operating characteristics. An all-way stop should not be used as a speed control device.
Cost: Approximately $3000 per intersection (signs and pavement markings)
City Warrant
The City of Niagara Falls Residential Multi-way Stop criteria not only addresses technical criteria
(geometry & land use, traffic & pedestrian volume, collisions, visibility), but also involves residents who
will be directly affected by the installation of the signs through a questionnaire process. An all-way stop is
warranted if both sections are fulfilled.
Inappropriate use of all-way stops may lead to:
Increased environmental impacts (traffic noise, emissions, fuel consumption)
Negative impact on emergency vehicles (fire vehicles, ambulance and police must abide by all
provincial traffic laws)
Does not alleviate a speeding problem or cut-through traffic issue in the neighbourhood
Drivers tend to roll through the intersection or fail to stop if it is perceived that the stop signs are
unnecessary
Creates disrespect for stop signs are other traffic control devices, believing those signs are installed
under similar pretenses
False sense of security to pedestrians who cross at the intersection
Are All-Way Stops effective in reducing speeds . . . NO
All-way stops do not achieve the results the community expects
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ENHANCED CROSSWALK
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What are enhanced crosswalks?
A crosswalk that has longitudinal stripes to enhance the delineation of pedestrian crossings.
These locations define pedestrian crossing locations and serves as a visual clue to motorists of
pedestrian crossing priority. Enhanced crosswalks should be prioritized at location with high
pedestrian volumes, risk and exposure to motor vehicle conflicts.
Cost:
Approximately $100 per intersection
Cost may vary depending on crosswalk width and materials used
Advantages:
Enhanced visibility of pedestrian crossings
No impacts on local access or on-street parking
Disadvantages:
Over time, the contrasting colour of the crosswalk becomes less distinct
Enhanced crosswalks can also be a significant maintenance issue
These devices have no significant traffic calming benefit relative to speed and
volume. They are intended to provide additional emphasis to pedestrian crossing
locations, especially school crosswalks and playground locations.
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CORNER RADIUS REDUCTION
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The reduction of intersection curb radii is intended to slow turning vehicles and reduce pedestrian
crossing distances.
Cost: $3000 or more, depending on the radius of the original curb, drainage
requirements, presence of utilities, etc.
Advantages:
Speed of right turning motorists is reduce
Pededestrians have a narrower road to cross
Has no effect on resident access, bicycle travel, on-street parking, street sweeping
No significant environmental affects
Disadvantages:
Does not reduce traffic volumes
Emergency vehicles and other larger vehicles (such as school buses) may have difficulty
negotiating turns at intersections with small curb radii
Are corner radius reductions effective in reducing speeds ... YES
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RAISED MEDIANS
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What are raised medians?
A raised median is an elevated median constructed on the centre-line of a two way road to
reduce the overall width of the adjacent traffic lanes. Raised medians reduce vehicle speeds
and pedestrian-vehicle conflicts. They may be installed at entrances to a traffic calmed area to
act as a gateway, or at pedestrian crossing locations.
Cost: $5,000 to $10,000 per island
Advantages:
Speed of traffic reduced at median since lane widths are reduced to 3.0 metres
Pedestrians have a narrower road to cross, acts as a refuge for wider streets
Does not significantly slow emergency response time
Provides opportunity for street beautification with tree and shrubbery planting
Have no effect on bicycle travel
Disadvantages:
May require removal of on-street parking in proximity of raised median islands
May restrict resident access to/from one direction
Are Raised Medians effective in reducing speeds .., YES, however they are
most effective when used in combination with other devices
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LINE PAINTING
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Line painting, or pavement markings can assist in narrowing wide roads into defined lanes.
Normally, the excess lane width is converted into a bike lane.
Cost: $1,000 to $5,000 per project
Advantages:
Reduces the lateral clearance, or comfort level to motorists
Separates automobile and non-automobile traffic on a roadway
Encourages bicycle travel
Does not affect emergency response time or maintenance
Disadvantages:
Unless part of an global network, isolated bike paths are undesirable and leave cyclists
vulnerable at the end of a marked bike lane
May require parking restrictions to achieve uninterrupted bike lane paths
Regular maintenance of signs and markings are required
Bike lanes are not necessary a traffic calming concept, however, they are reviewed
as an option when considering traffic calming in subdivisions
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NEIGHBOURHOOD
SPEED WATCH PROGRAM
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equipment and identify speeding vehicles in the
neighbourhood. The Neighbourhood "Speed Watch" Program
is intended to give motorists a "friendly reminder" of the speed Watch
in residential areas.
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Temporary Speed Humps are rubber mounds installed on residential streets for the
purposes of reducing vehicular speeds. Speed humps are generally round or flat-topped
encouraging motorists to drive over them at speeds of 30-40 km/h.
Cost: Approximately $1000 per installation
Advantages:
Reduces speed of motorists to below the speed limit
• Have the advantage of being self-enforcing
• May reduce number & severity of collisions
Safer conditions for cyclists and pedestrians
Quality of snow ploughing service will remain the same
• A parking restriction is not required at the speed hump location
• Discourages cut-through traffic
• Temporary construction
• Lower cost than constructed speed humps
Disadvantages:
Could increase traffic noise & air pollution (decelerating & accelerating)
Increases emergency vehicle response time
Possible traffic diversion to neighbouring residential side streets
Signs are required to identify each speed hump
Are Temporary Speed Humps effective in reducing speeds . . . YES
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SPEED HUMPS vs . SPEED BUMPS
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Encourages speeds of ... 30 - 40 km/h 10 km/h or less
Legal on Public Roadways YES NO
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NEXT STEPS
• Your input is important! Please take the time to comment on the
initial study findings and potential treatments by either completing
the comments sheet or getting in touch with one of the project team
members.
• Talk to your neighbours who could not attend tonight and
encourage them to provide their input so that we can establish a
consensus for the neighbourhood.
• Comments should be provided by Friday, October 17, 2014.
• Staff will incorporate and/or address the comments and
suggestions received from this meeting in the final
recommendations.
• All residents within the study area and those attending tonight's
open house will be provided with a letter outlining the final results
with recommendations.
Thank you for taking the time in
attending this public open house.
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The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Resolution
No.
Moved by
Seconded by
WHEREAS the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program, through FedDev Ontario
is a program that supports the long-term development of stronger, more diverse economies
in southern Ontario communities; and
WHEREAS IRD leverages unique regional assets and local expertise to attract new
investment and opportunities for economic growth and development; and
WHEREAS the upcoming intake of the IRD is expected to target investment in more
economic-development related projects; and
WHEREAS Niagara Falls City Council's Strategic Priorities include economic vitality. growth
and prosperity.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Niagara Falls City Council authorize staff to submit an
application to the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program, through FedDev
Ontario, related to economic development initiatives in the municipality; and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that Niagara Falls City Council authorize staff to investigate
possible partnerships related to the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
DEAN IORFIDA JAMES M. DIODATI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
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CITY or. ►CANADA
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THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
BY-LAW
Number 2015 -
A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000,
being a by-law to regulate parking and
traffic on City Roads. (Stopping Prohibited,
Parking Prohibited,Stop Signs at Intersections,
Yield Signs at Intersections)
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 A thereto the following items:
STOPPING PROHIBITED
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4
HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN TIMES OR DAYS
Butternut Boulevard Both A point 45 metres south of Hickory Lane and At All Times
a point 72 metres south of Hickory Lane
Elderberry Drive Both A point 45 metres west of Goldenrod Trail and At All Times
a point 110 metres west of Goldenrod Trail
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(2) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule C thereto the following items:
PARKING PROHIBITED
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4
HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN TIMES OR DAYS
Black Forest Crescent North Garner Road and the east limit of Black Forest At All Times
Crescent, including the entire turning basin
Hickory Lane Both Butternut Boulevard and Cottonwood Drive At All Times
Jeffrey Court South Kate Avenue and the east limit of Jeffrey Court, At All Times
including the entire turning basin
Kate Avenue East Eva Boulevard and Jeffrey Court At All Times
Optimist Lane South Stacey Drive and the west limit of Optimist Lane, At All Times
including the entire turning basin
Optimist Lane South Victor Drive and the east limit of Optimist Lane, At All Times
including the entire turning basin
Primrose Lane Both Butternut Boulevard and Cottonwood Drive At All Times
(3) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule P thereto the following items:
STOP SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2
INTERSECTION FACING TRAFFIC
Black Forest Crescent&Garner Road Westbound on Black Forest Crescent
Cottonwood Drive& Dogwood Crescent(North Intersection) Northbound on Cottonwood Drive
Cottonwood Drive& Dogwood Crescent(South Intersection) Southbound on Cottonwood Drive
Elderberry Drive& Kalar Road Eastbound on Elderberry Drive
Eva Boulevard&Kalar Road Eastbound on Eva Boulevard
Eva Boulevard&Kate Avenue Westbound on Eva Boulevard
Goldenrod Trail&Elderberry Drive Northbound on Goldenrod Trail
Goldenrod Trail&Mulberry Drive Southbound on Goldenrod Trail
Hickory Lane&Butternut Boulevard Eastbound on Hickory Lane
Hickory Lane&Cottonwood Drive Westbound on Hickory Lane
Kate Avenue&Angie Drive Southbound on Kate Avenue
Madison Crescent&Shoveller Drive Southbound on Madison Crescent
Marinelli Drive& Lucia Drive Southbound on Marinelli Drive
Mulberry Drive&Kalar Road Eastbound on Mulberry Drive
Nightshade Street&Cottonwood Drive Eastbound on Nightshade Street
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2
INTERSECTION FACING TRAFFIC
Nightshade Street& Dogwood Crescent Westbound on Nightshade Street
Primrose Lane&Butternut Boulevard Eastbound on Primrose Lane
Primrose Lane&Cottonwood Drive Westbound on Primrose Lane
Shapton Crescent& Forestview Boulevard (East Intersection) Southbound on Shapton Crescent
Shapton Crescent& Forestview Boulevard (West Intersection) Southbound on Shapton Crescent
Shoveller Drive&Osprey Avenue Westbound on Shoveller Drive
Stacey Drive&Optimist Lane Northbound on Stacey Drive
Stacey Drive&Victor Drive Eastbound on Stacey Drive
Sumac Court&Goldenrod Trail South eastbound on Sumac Court
Victor Drive&Optimist Lane Northbound on Victor Drive
(4) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule Q thereto the following items:
YIELD SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2
INTERSECTION FACING TRAFFIC
Butternut Boulevard&Dogwood Crescent/Elderberry Drive Northbound on Butternut Boulevard
Butternut Boulevard& Dogwood Crescent/Elderberry Drive Southbound on Butternut Boulevard
Butternut Boulevard& Dogwood Crescent/Mulberry Drive Northbound on Butternut Boulevard
Butternut Boulevard & Dogwood Crescent/Mulberry Drive Southbound on Butternut Boulevard
Dogwood Crescent&Butternut Boulevard Eastbound on Dogwood Crescent
Dogwood Crescent&Butternut Boulevard Eastbound on Dogwood Crescent
Elderberry Drive& Butternut Boulevard Westbound on Elderberry Drive
Mulberry Drive&Butternut Boulevard Westbound on Mulberry Drive
This By-law shall come into force when the appropriate signs are installed.
Passed this tenth day of February, 2015.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: February 10, 2015
Second Reading: February 10, 2015
Third Reading: February 10, 2015
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2015-
A by-law to amend By-law No. 2006-205 which amended By-law No. 79-200, to remove
the holding symbol (H) on Block 95, Plan 59M-395 located on the north side of Mann
Street, west of Sodom Road, to allow a townhouse project to proceed (AM-32/2005).
WHEREAS By-law No. 2006-205 includes land use holding prohibitions that have the
effect of zoning the lands R4(H) 761;
AND WHEREAS 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.
AND WHEREAS the purpose of this by-law is to remove the land use holding prohibitions
set out in By-law No. 2006-205 on the Lands, to have the effect of zoning the Lands R4
761;
AND WHEREAS the purpose of this by-law is to amend By-law No. 2006-205 such that the
provisions of By-law No. 2006-205 concerning the permitted uses and governing
regulations for the Lands will be of full force and effect from the date of this by-law;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the City of Niagara Falls is satisfied that the purpose of the
holding provisions of By-law No. 2006-205 with respect to the Lands, has been achieved
and that the condition required for the removal of the holding provisions of By-law No.
2006-205 has been fulfilled;
AND WHEREAS it is and has always been the intent of the Council of the City of Niagara
Falls that the holding provisions of By-law No. 2006-205 would be removed and the
permitted uses and regulations set out in the by-law would be implemented once the
condition(s) set out in By-law No. 2006-205 had been fulfilled;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the City of Niagara Falls is proceeding in accordance with
subsection 36 (4) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990 c. P.13.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS
AS FOLLOWS:
1. The holding provisions of By-law No. 2006-205 are hereby declared to be of no
force and effect on the Lands.
2. The holding symbol (H) is hereby removed from the zoning designation of the
Lands.
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3. The balance of By-law No. 2006-205 is hereby declared to be in full force and effect
on the Lands.
Passed this tenth day of February, 2015.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: February 10, 2015
Second Reading: February 10, 2015
Third Reading: February 10, 2015
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CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2015 —
A by-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Extension and Amending Agreement
with the MTO respecting the use of a parking lot located at Kitchener Street and Victoria
Avenue.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. A Lease Extension and Amending Agreement dated January 7, 2015, and made
between Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of Ontario As Represented By The
Minister Of Economic Development, Employment And Infrastructure and Her
Majesty The Queen In Right Of Ontario As Represented By The Minister of
Transportation For The Province Of Ontario, as Landlord and The Corporation of
the City of Niagara Falls, as Tenant, respecting the use of a parking lot located at
Kitchener Street and Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, for a term of five years
ending June 30, 2019, as attached hereto, is hereby approved and authorized.
2. The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the said Lease Extension
and Amending Agreement.
3. The Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver
the said Lease Extension and Amending Agreement.
Passed this tenth day of February, 2015.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: February 10, 2015.
Second Reading: February 10, 2015.
Third Reading: February 10, 2015.
Rental Unit: A75050 Land ID: P61648
Lease ID: M74076 Property Code: N60805
File ID: T-08930 Region: LAND
LEASE EXTENSION AND AMENDING AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made in sextuplicate as of January 7,2015.
BETWEEN:
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF ONTARIO AS
REPRESENTED BY THE MINISTER OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT, EMPLOYMENT AND
INFRASTRUCTURE
-and—
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF ONTARIO AS
REPRESENTED BY THE MINISTER OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO
(the"Landlord")
OF THE FIRST PART
-and—
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
(the"Tenant')
OF THE SECOND PART
WHEREAS:
By Order-in-Council No. 1487/2005, approved and ordered September 21. 2005.all of the
powers and duties of the Chair of the Management Board of Cabinet(the"Chair") relating
to real property matters of the Government of Ontario pursuant to the Ministry of Government
Services Act,R.S.O. 1990,c.M.25,as amended,were transferred and assigned to the Minister
of Public Infrastructure Renewal (the"MPIR").
By Order-in-Council No. 1617/2008. approved and ordered September 17. 2008. all the
powers and duties of the MPIR relating to real property matters of the Government of Ontario
pursuant to the Ministry ofGovernment Services Act,R.S.O. 1990,c.M.25,as amended,were
transferred and assigned to the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure("MEI").
By Order-in-Council No. 1320/2010, approved and ordered September 15, 2010, all the
powers and duties of MEI relating to real property matters of the Government of Ontario
pursuant to the Ministry of Government Services.Act. R.S.O. 1990,c.M.25,as amended,are
transferred and assigned to the Minister of Infrastructure (now known as the "Minister of
Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure")(the"Minister").
Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation ("OILC") has been delegated the Minister's
authorities and responsibilities with respect to real property in the name of the Minister
subject to certain conditions by Delegation of Authority of Ontario Infrastructure and Lands
Corporation under the Ministry c f Infrastructure Act,2011 dated June 6,2011.
A. By a lease dated May 10,2005(the"Original Lease"),the Landlord Her Majesty the Queen
in right of Ontario as represented by the Chair of the Management Board of Cabinet and
Her Majesty the Queen in right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Transportation
for the Province of Ontario leased to the Tenant the premises known as all of Lots 498 to
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502,Part of lots 506 to 513. Registered Plan 746, now known as Plan 9, City of Niagara
Falls and all of Lot 496 and Part of Lot 496,Registered Plan 34,now known as Plan 297.
City of Niagara Falls.in the Province of Ontario,comprising an area of I.44 acres more or
less having the legal description as set out in Schedule "A" and as outlined on the plan
attached to the Original Lease as Schedule"B"thereto(the"Lands")for a term of Five(5)
years,commencing on July 1,2004 and expiring on June 30,2009(the"Original Term"),
in addition to other terms and conditions as set out therein.
B. Pursuant to the terms of the Original Lease,the Tenant was entitled to extend the Original
Term for one(1)additional term of five(5)years each.
C. The Tenant exercised its first right to extend the Original Term by a Lease Extension
Agreement dated January 23, 2008 (the "First Lease Extension Agreement") with an
extension term commencing on July 1. 2009 and expiring on June 30, 2014 (the "First
Extension Term").
D. The Tenant has requested and the Landlord has agreed to extend the Original Term in
accordance with the terms of the Original Lease,as amended and extended,with a further
extension term commencing on July 1,2014 and expiring on June 30,2019(the"Second
Extension Term").
F. The Landlord and the Tenant have agreed to amend the Original Lease as hereinafter
provided.
F. The Original Lease, as previously amended and extended and as amended and extended
herein, is hereinafter collectively referred to as the"Lease",except as specifically set out
herein.
NOW THEREFORE THIS AGREEMENT WITNESSES that in consideration of the
mutual promises hereinafter set forth and other good valuable consideration, the receipt and
sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged by the parties hereto, the parties hereto agree as
follows:
1. CONFIRMATION OF RECITALS
The parties hereto confirm that the foregoing recitals are true in substance and in fact.
2. EXTENSION OF LEASE
The parties hereto agree that:
(a) The Lease is hereby extended for the"Second Extension Term".
(b) The Second Extension Term shall commence on July 1. 2014 and expire on June
30,2019.
3. RENT FOR THE SECOND EXTENSION TERM
The Annual Rent payable for the Second Extension Term shall be Five($5.00)per annum,
the first of such monthly instalments to be due and payable on July 1,2014 as well as Fifty
Percent(50%)of the Net Revenue payable on or before the 31st day of January of each and
every year of the Second Extension Term as further detailed in the Original Lease.
4. AMENDMENT OF LEASE
The extension contemplated in this Lease Extension and Amending Agreement is subject
to all the covenants and conditions contained in the Original Lease, as amended, renewed and
extended from time to time,save and except that:
(a) Section 2.0.5 of the Original Lease is hereby deleted and replaced with the following:
"Environmental Contaminant(s)"means(a) any substance which, when it exists in the
Premises or the water supplied to or in the Premises,or when it is released into the Premises
or any part thereof,or into the water or the natural environment,is likely to cause,at any
time, material harm or degradation to the Premises or any part thereof, or to the natural
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environment or material risk to human health, and includes, without limitation, any
flammables. explosives, radioactive materials, asbestos, lead paint, PCBs, fungal
contaminants (including, without limitation, and by way of example. stachybotrys
chartarum and other moulds), mercury and its compounds, dioxins and furans, chlordane
(DDT), polychlorinated biphenyls, chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydro-
chlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), volatile organic compounds (VOCs). urea formaldehyde
foam insulation, radon gas, chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity,
pollutants. contaminants, hazardous wastes, toxic or noxious substances or related
materials,petroleum and petroleum products.or(b)any substance declared to be hazardous
or toxic under any Environmental Laws now or hereafter enacted or promulgated by any
Authorities.or(c)both(a)and(b).
"Environmental Laws" means any federal, provincial or local law, statute, ordinance.
regulation, policy, guideline or order and all amendments thereto pertaining to health,
industrial hygiene, environmental conditions or Environmental Contaminants, including.
without limitation, the Environmental Protection Act. R.S.O. 1990, c. E.19, the
Environmental Assessment Act. R.S.O. 1990, c. E.18, the Ontario Water Resources Act,
R.S.O. 1990. c. 0.40, the Occupational Health and Safety.4ct. R.S.O. 1990. c. 0.1, the
Sale Drinking Water Act, 2002, S.0. 2002, c.32, and applicable air quality guidelines, as
such statutes,regulations and guidelines may be amended from time to time.
(b) From and after July 1, 2010, Section 2.13 of the Original Lease is hereby deleted and
replaced with the following:
"Sales Taxes" — collectively and individually, all business transfer, multi-usage sales,
sales, goods and services, harmonized sales, use, consumption, value-added or other
similar taxes imposed by any governmental authority upon the Landlord,or the Tenant,or
in respect of this Lease, or the payments made by the Tenant hereunder or the goods and
services provided by the Landlord hereunder including,without limitation,the rental of the
Premises and the provision of administrative services to the Tenant hereunder.
(c) Section 1.01 (j) of the Original Lease is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following address for the Landlord for purposes of payment of rent:
Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation
c/o DEL Management Solutions Inc.
310 Highway 7,Green River
Locust Hill,Ontario LOH IJO
Attention: OILC PLMS Accounts Receivable
Fax:(905)472-2784
(d) Section 1.01 (i) of the Original Lease is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the
following address for the Landlord for the purposes of delivering notices in accordance
with Section 17.07 of the Original Lease:
Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation
900 Bay Street
First Floor, Unit#M1-34i, Macdonald Block
Toronto.Ontario M7A 1N3
Attention: Vice President,Asset Management
Fax: (416)212-1623
With a copy to:
Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation
777 Bay Street,Suite 900
Toronto,Ontario M5G 2C8
Attention: Director. Legal Services(Real Estate and Leasing)
Fax:416-326-2854
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And an additional copy to:
CBRE Limited
18 King Street East,Suite 1100
Toronto,Ontario M5C 1 C4
Attention: Director.Lease Administration—OILC
Fax: (416)775-3989
And an additional copy to:
DEL Management Solutions Inc.
310 Highway 7,Green River
Locust Hill,Ontario LOH 1J0
Attention: Lease Administration
Fax: (905)472-2784
(e) A new section to the Original Lease shall be added as follows:
Section 17.18 Conflict of Interest
The Tenant and any of its successors,administrators,permitted assigns,directors,officers,
employees. agents, servants, and representatives shall not engage in any activity where
such activity creates a conflict of interest, actual or potential. in the sole opinion of the
Landlord, with the Lease or the exercise of any of the rights or obligations of the Tenant
hereunder. The Tenant shall disclose to the Landlord in writing and without delay any
actual or potential situation that may be reasonably interpreted as either a conflict of interest
or a potential conflict of interest.
For clarification, a "conflict of interest" means, in relation to the performance of its
contractual obligations pursuant to the Lease, the Tenant's other commitments,
relationships or financial interests (a) could or could be seen to exercise an improper
influence over the objective,unbiased and impartial exercise of its independent judgement,
or(b)could or could be seen to compromise, impair or be incompatible with the effective
performance of its contractual obligations pursuant to the Lease."
5. GENERAL
(a) The Landlord and the Tenant hereby mutually covenant and agree that during the
Second Extension Term they shall perform and observe all of the covenants,
provisos and obligations on their respective parts to be performed pursuant to the
terms of the Lease.
(b) The Landlord and the Tenant acknowledge that there shall be no further right to
extend Term of the Lease beyond the Second Extension Term as set out in Section
2(a)of this Lease Extension and Amending Agreement.
(c) This Lease Extension and Amending Agreement is subject to the condition that,
within sixty(60)days from the date of the Landlord's receipt of this executed Lease
Extension and Amending Agreement by the Tenant, the Landlord shall have
obtained all required approvals and signatures by its Senior Management or,where
applicable,its Board of Directors.
This condition has been inserted for the sole benefit of the Landlord and may be
waived by the Landlord at its sole discretion,or by its solicitors on its behalf. The
condition shall be waived or fulfilled within the time limit,if any,as set out herein.
If the condition is not fulfilled within the applicable time period and the Landlord
fails to notify the Tenant or the Tenant's solicitors that the condition has been
waived or fulfilled within the applicable time period, this Lease Extension and
Amending Agreement shall be null and void,notwithstanding any intermediate acts
or negotiations,and,neither the Landlord nor the Tenant shall be liable to the other
for any loss,costs or damages.
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The execution of this Lease Extension and Amending Agreement by the Landlord
waives the above condition.
(d) The Lease shall be binding upon and enure to the benefit of the parties hereto and
their respective heirs,executors,administrators, successors and assigns, subject to
the express restrictions contained therein.
(e) Capitalized expressions used herein, unless separately defined herein, have the
same meaning as defined in the Original Lease,as amended and extended.
(f) The provisions of this Lease Extension and Amending Agreement shall be
interpreted and governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario.
THE REMAINDER OF THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.
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(g) The Tenant acknowledges and agrees that the commercial and financial information
in this Lease Extension and Amending Agreement is subject to the Freedom of
Intormution and Protection of Privacy Act.R.S.O. 1990,c.F.31,as amended.
EXECUTED by each of the parties hereto under seal on the date written below.
SIGNED,SEALED AND Dated this day of ,20 .
DELIVERED
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF
ONTARIO AS REPRESENTED BY THE
MINISTER OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT, EMPLOYMENT AND
INFRASTRUCTURE, AS REPRESENTED
BY ONTARIO INFRASTRUCTURE AND
LANDS CORPORATION
Per:
SAMANTHA MISS
General Manager,Central Region-GTA
Authorized Signing Officer
Dated this day of ,20 .
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF
ONTARIO AS REPRESENTED BY THE
MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION FOR
THE PROVINCE OF ONTARIO
Per:
PETER VEROK
Regional Director
Authorized Signing Officer
Dated this day of ,20 .
THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF
NIAGARA FALLS
Per:
Name:
Title:
Per:
Name:
1'itle:
Authorized Signing Officers)
I/We have authority to bind the Corporation.
CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS
By-law No. 2015 -
A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the
10th day of February, 2015.
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 10th day of February, 2015
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 February, 2015.
DEAN IORFIDA, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
First Reading: February 10, 2015
Second Reading: February 10, 2015
Third Reading: February 10, 2015