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2)
3)
4)
b)
e)
TWELFTH MEETING
Monday, November 18, 2002
From 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
Approval of the 2002 10 21 Community Services Committee Minutes
DEPUTATION
R-2002-67 - Construction of Slo-Pitch Complex
Bill Miller
STAFF CONTACT
Adele Kon
Casino Niagara Exterior Sign Package
Falls Management Company - Action - Refer to Staff
Ed Dujlovic
PRESENTATION
MW-2002-139 -
Presenter:
REPORTS
Dorchester Road Environmental Assessment -
Update
Delcan and Bob Darrall
BBS-2002-14 -
BBS-2002-16 -
MW-2002-149-
MW-2002-150-
MW-2002-153-
Tender for Demolition of Unsafe Building
at 5972 Grey Avenue
Embassy Suites - Fallsview Boulevard
Sign Variance
Brookfield Court Subdivision -
Storm Sewer Cost Sharing Proposal
Grey Avenue Traffic Review
Environmental Assessment Review -
Consultant Engagement
Beaver Valley Subdivision Phase 2,
Clearance of Draft Plan #7, Cost Sharing
Green Avenue Extension
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
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R-2002-68 - Chippawa Outdoor Swimming Pool
R-2002-69 - Request for a Fence Encroachment
Andrew & Mary Morgan - 6397 Jupiter
NEW BUSINESS
Adele Kon
Adele Kon
6) ADJOURNMENT
MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING,
Monday, October 21, 2002, CITY HALL, ROOM 2 at 5:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Chairman Victor Pietrangelo, Mayor Wayne Thomson, Alderman Paisley
Janvary-Pool, Alderman Shirley Fisher, Alderman Selina Volpatti, Alderman Janice
Wing, Alderman Carolynn Ioannoni, Alderman Art Federow, Alderman Judy Orr,
Alderman Kim Craitor Alderman, Norm Puttick, Alderman Wayne Campbell,
Alderman Ken Feren
STAFF:
John MacDonald, Tony Ravenda, Adele Kon, Ed Dujlovic, Dean Iorfida,
Pat Burke, Ken Burden, Sue Forcier, Paul Pingue, Lynn Molloy, Steve
Norris
ABSENT:
PRESS:
GUEST:
Ray Kallio
Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review
Residents of Gunning Drive and Tim Matthews representing Scared Heart
School
1) MINUTES
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN FISHER, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
minutes of the October 7, 2002, meeting be accepted.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 200210 21
2) REPORTS
a)
MW-2002-126 - Gunning Drive New Petition for New Sidewalk &
Public Meeting
After a lengthy discussion the residents of Gunning Drive and surrounding area
advised Committee that they were not in favour of sidewalks being installed in an
established neighbourhood. The residents were willing to compromise and have curb
faced sidewalks installed which would require the removal of eleven healthy trees that
line Gunning Street on the north side. Staff expressed concerns regarding snow
plowing and that it was not City policy to remove healthy trees. Committee taking into
account all the aspects of safety and not wanting to cause too much of a disruption to
the neighbourhood, .motioned that curb faced sidewalks to be installed and a three way
stop at the corner of Gunning Street and Mear Crescent be referred to the Parking &
Traffic Committee.
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IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Feren that a curb-
faced sidewalk be constructed on Gunning Drive from Willoughby Drive to Oliver
Street on the north side. That a three-way stop be considered at Gunning Drive and
Mear Crescent and that staff consider existing driveways.
Motion:
Conflict:
Opposed:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Pietrangelo
Alderman Puttick
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
b)
F-2002-58 - Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes under
Section 442 and 443 of the Municipal Act
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI, seconded by Alderman Janvary-Pool
that the cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes on the various accounts per attached
summary be approved and granted to the individuals listed.
Motion:
Conflict:
Carried
Alderman Fisher - Daughter employed by HOCO Ltd.
Alderman Wing - Jointly own property with a Niagara Parks employee
Alderman Craitor - Employed by the Regional Municipality of Niagara
Alderman Pietrangelo - Employed by the Catholic School Board
Alderman Campbell - Employed by the Niagara District School Board _
Alderman Federow - Spouse employed by the Catholic School Board
Action:
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
c) F-2002-59 - Municipal Accounts
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN FEREN, seconded by Mayor Thomson that the
Community Services Committee approve the municipal accounts totalling
$13,634,212.87 for the period ending October 21, 2002.
Motion:
Conflict:
Carried
Alderman Campbell
Alderman Ioannoni
Alderman Craitor
Alderman Feren
#270940 - Wayne Campbell
#270950 - Carolynn Ioannoni
#270876 - Carmine Ioannoni
#270967 - Regional Municipality of Niagara
#270785 - Regional Municipality of Niagara
#270731 - Regional Municipality of Niagara
#270983, Regional Municipality of Niagara
#270850 - Feren Sign Systems
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Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
October 21, 2002
d) R-2002-56 - Proposed Facility Increases
Following some discussion issues were raised regarding budget and subsidy to lower
income families. Further that free skate times should be implemented as with public
swimming pools. The following motions were passed.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, seconded by Alderman Fisher that City
Council approve the fees of 2003/2004 season.
Motion:
Opposed:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Pietrangelo
Alderman Ioannoni
Alderman Orr
Alderman Craitor
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN WING, seconded by Alderman Ioarmoni that a
seasonal pass be established.
Motion:
Opposed:
Action:
Carried
Alderman Orr
Alderman Puttick
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
e) R-2002-57 - Family Passes for Public Skating
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
above report be filed for the information of Council.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
R-2002-58 - Tender TR15-2202 for the Landscape Beautification and
Irrigation of the Queen Street Gazebo Area
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that the
contract be awarded to Touchstone Site Contractors Inc. for a total contract price of
$22,650.46.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
Community Services Committee
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g)
R-2002-60 - Coronation 50 Plus Recreation Centre -
2003 Membership Fees
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that
Council endorse the recommendation of the Advisory Committee of the Coronation 50
Plus Recreation Centre.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
h) IS-2002-02 - System Upgrades
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Volpatti that
Council approve the upgrades for a total cost of $74,077.82.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2002 10 21
3) ADJOURNMENT
MEETING WAS ADJOURNED, MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by
Alderman Campbell at 6:15 p.m.
Community Services Department
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Conodo"-- Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-7404
E-mail: akon@city, niagarafalls.on.ca
R-2002-67
Adele Kan
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2002-67
Construction of Slo-Pitch Complex
RECOMMENDATION:
That the cost ($ 530,000) to construct 4 "A" calibre slo-pitch diamonds and a parking lot in Chippawa
Willoughby Community park be referred to the 2003 Capital Construction Budget.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Niagara Falls, in conjunction with the Niagara Falls Optimist Club and Slo-Pitch
National has been hosting the Molson Slo-Pitch Provincial Championships in Niagara Falls since
1988. The Championships in 1988 were held over two weekends and in 1991 expanded to a three
weekend format, starting the first weekend after Labour Day. The City also successfully hosted
Molson's National Tournament in August since 1992 and the next National Tournament in Niagara
Falls will be in 2003.
The organizer of this tournament is concemed with the current slo-pitch facilities in Niagara Falls
and he has expressed an urgent need to construct new facilities.
As Members of Council are aware, approximately 40 acres of land that is adjacent to Chippawa
Willoughby Memorial Arena was donated to the City by River Realty. The community parkland has
been designed to accommodate eight (8) "A" Calibre slo-pitch diamonds, with lighting on four (4)
of the diamonds, parking lots, and other recreation amenities. Phase 1 of this development will
include construction of four unlit baseball diamonds and an auxiliary parking lot at an approximate
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cost of $530,000. The remaining four (4) lit diamonds will be referred to the 2004 budget and the
remaining recreation amenities will be phased in over a five (5) to ten (10) year period.
Economic Impact of Molson Slo-Pitch Program
City Staff, in cooperation with the Niagara Falls Optimist Club and Slo-Pitch National conducted
an Economical Impact Study in 1994. The results of the study showed a significant financial benefit
for the City of Niagara Falls by hosting these events. The total impact of the National Tournament
was $1.3 Million and the Provincial Slo-Pitch Tournament is $13 Million, annually. The study also
showed the important link between the tournaments and the tourism industry in Niagara Falls.
The organizers of the Provincial Championships have received numerous complaints from teams
about playing at facilities out of town which required up to two hours travel time to and from the
Tournament Headquarters.
"Teams are sent to neighbouring towns (Niagara-on-the-Lake - 20 minutes away, Port Colborne -
45 minutes away) due to the lack of facilities in Niagara Falls. When teams are sent out of town,
they take their money with them, thus impeding any spending that would have taken place at local
businesses in Niagara Falls."
SPN currently hosts the Provincial and National Championships out of the Niagara Falls Optimist
Park, which has eight slo-pitch diamonds. Of the eight diamonds that are located at Optimist Park,
seven are used at each tournament. We are limited as to what calibre we can play on each diamond
due to the advancement of skills in the game (for example, recreational players are now able to hit
the ball, an average of 275-300 feet). Due to the advancement in skills by most players, nets had to
be erected to prevent the balls from being hit into the neighbouring back yards. Because of the
advancement of players skills, the organizer can now only schedule the lowest divisions at Optimist
Park, and thus we have to send higher calibre teams to diamonds outside of the city to play their
games.
In 2002, approximately 800 men's and women' s teams participated in the Provincial Championships.
With the exception of the first weekend, there was little room to expand this number based on the
current number of diamonds available.
During the second weekend of the tournament, of the 42 diamonds scheduled for the event, only 20
were directly controlled/owned by the City and only four (4) of the City diamonds were able to
accommodate "A" calibre games.
With the exception of John Allen Park (2 diamonds) there have been no "A" calibre slo-pitch
facilities built in the City of Niagara Falls in over 10 years and the tournament continues to draw
more and more teams into the community each year for the Provincial and National Tournaments.
Teams are complaining about the slo-pitch facilities in Niagara Falls and SPN's competitor actually
uses the lack of diamonds in Niagara Falls as a reason for teams to come and compete in their
Provincial tournaments which are held in London, Ontario.
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Teams travel to Niagara Falls from all provinces and territories across Canada for the National
Championships. The organizer of the Tournament has stated that in comparison to other National
Championship venues across Canada, the City diamonds are quite substandard. When bidding to
host National Championships, the facility conditions are always a concern of voting delegates, and
if there are no new facilities built in Niagara Falls, there may come a time when we are unable to
successfully obtain National Championship tournaments.
In addition to the Provincial and National tournaments that are hosted in Niagara Falls, multiple local
tournaments and 75+ local league teams use the slo-pitch facilities in Niagara Falls. The local
leagues and tournaments would like to increase their participation numbers, however, are limited to
this because of the lack of local slo-pitch facilities.
Conclusion
The City of Niagara Falls is the Home for the Molson Slo-Pitch Championships. The average slo-
pitch player has improved and with the advanced bat technology available to players, the diamonds
that were ideal ten years ago are now outdated. To continue to host this event and allow room for
expansion, new "A" calibre diamonds are crucial at this time. Staff is of the opinion that the
economic impact of the Molson Program to the City of Niagara Falls is of great financial benefit to
our community and to facilitate the expansion of adult slo-pitch leagues justifies the construction of
a new Slo-pitch Complex with eight "A"calibre diamonds.
Adele Kon i . --
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
Respectfully submitted:
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No bike lanes are proposed
The sidewalk will be adjacent to the curb and gutter in many areas with no boulevards.
The proposed 4/5 lane hybrid design, was recommended as presented, since it had the least amount
of impact on property acquisition and tree removals. Bike lanes and a 1.5 m boulevard would require
an additional 8,528 m2 of property, from 85 property owners and the removal of 77 more trees.
Council's concurrence with the recommendation made would be appreciated.
Project Manager
Respectfully submitted:
~mDiOn~sa~rdative Officer
Ed Dujlovic
Director of Municipal Works
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The City of
Niagara Falls
Canada
Community Services Department
Building & By-Law Services
4310 Queen Street
~P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6×5
web site: www.city, niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.:
Fax:
E-mail:
(905) 356-7521
(905) 374-7500
melb@city.niagarafalls.on,ca
BBS-2002-14
Mel Brown
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo; Chair
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
BBS-2002-14, Tender for Demolition of
Unsafe Building at 5972 Grey Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Director of Building and By-law Services be authorized to call for tenders for the
demolition of the unsafe dwelling at 5972 Grey Avenue.
BACKGROUND:
The building at the above location is an old existing dwelling in a residential neighbourhood and has
been unoccupied and derelict for several years. It is in a considerable state of decay due to age, lack
of maintenance and upkeep, intrusion and frequent vandalism. It is a significant eyesore and a
potential fire hazard and has had to be boarded up on many occasions by City forces to prevent
access to the interior.
On August 15, 2002, an Unsafe Building Order, under the Building Code Act, was issued to the
owner, requiring demolition or evaluation by an engineer and repair, followed by an Order
Prohibiting Occupancy on August 21, 2002. Both of these Orders were sent by registered mail and
posted on the property. Both Orders are now final and binding as neither has been appealed. The
owner has made no attempt to comply or take any other remedial action.
The Building Code Act authorizes a Chief Building Official to undertake the demolition or repair,
of a building at the owner's expense where an Unsafe Building Order, which is final and binding,
has not been complied with. In default of payment, the cost of the demolition may be added to the
taxes of the property. The owner has been advised accordingly.
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Prepared by:
or Mel Brown
Director of Building & By-Law Services
Respectfully submitted:
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The City of
Niagara Falls
Canada
Community Services Department
Building & By-Law Services
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.:
Fax:
E-mail:
(905) 356-7521
(905) 374-7500
melb@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
BBS-2002-16
Mel Brown
Director
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo; Chair
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
November 18, 2002
Members:
Re: BBS-2002-16 -Embassy Suites, 6700 Fallsview Boulevard
Variance to Sign By-Law No 6661, as amended
RECOMMENDATION:
That the variance to By-law 6661, as amended for three proposed wall signs be approved.
BACKGROUND:
The building, on which the proposed signs are intended to be located, is a new hotel currently under
construction. The owner wishes to erect three wall signs, each having an area of 255 square feet on
the North, South and East elevations of the building approximately 215 feet above ground level. The
signs are to be individual letters spelling out the name of the hotel plus the company logo.
By-law 6661, as amended, restricts the size of wall signs to not more thanl50 square feet in area,
or 25% of the wall area of the building, whichever is greater. However, if the wall area is greater than
1,200 square feet, the sign may exceed the maximum if approved by Council. Each of the three
walls in question has an area in excess of 1,200 square feet and the proposed signs occupy less
thanl0% of the area of each wall.
The proposed signs are not inconsistent with general nature of the existing buildings or the current
development of the area.
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Director of Building & Bylaw Services
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The City of
Niagara Falls
Canada
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6×5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: eduilovi~.cit¥.nia~arafalls.on.
MW-2002-149
Ed Dujlovic
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re:
MW-2002-149
Brookfield Court Subdivision
Storm Sewer Cost Sharing Proposal
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City of Niagara Falls enter into a cost sharing agreement with the developer of the
Brookfield Court Subdivision for the construction of a new storm sewer that will serve as the
outlet for this project and allow the City to separate storm drainage from the existing combined
sewer located on Clare Crescent.
BACKGROUND:
Municipal Works staff, in their technical review of the engineering for the Brookfield Court Plan of
Subdivision, has examined a number of alternatives to provide a storm outlet to the new
development and have recently been requested to consider an option that would involve a cost
sharing solution with the developer.
The Brookfield Court project is located on 1.712 hectares (4.23 acres) site situated on the north side
of Clare Crescent, between Brookfield Avenue and the Hydro Canal. The 13-lot subdivision received
Drat't Plan approval earlier this Spring subject to satisfying a number of conditions. The issue of
securing a suitable storm drainage outlet has been problematic despite its proximity to the adjacent
Hydro Canal. Efforts by the developers' consultants to negotiate easement and access fights through
the Hydro property could not be achieved in a timely or cost-effective manner. In addition, the
conditions and responsibilities imposed by O.P.G would be transferred to the City once the outlet
subdivision was completed and assumed.
Municipal Works staff is now reviewing an alternative that would require the construction of
approximately 338 m of storm sewers that would collect the flows fi.om the new development and
convey them southerly along Clare Crescent into the existing storm sewer outlet at Coach Drive
Most of Clare Crescent is not currently serviced with an adequate storm sewer and surface drainage
from the roadway and front yards are directed into the combined sewer. By extending the new storm
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Niagara Falls, ON
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GeoffHolman
Manager of Development
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 6X5
November 12, 2002
Dear Geoff:
Re: Storm Sewer on Clare Cres.
Cost Sharing between the City and
Brookfield Court Subdivision
Further to our discussions &November 11, 2002 please accept this letter as our
agreement on the following items:
1)The Storm sewer outlet for the Brookfield Crt. Subdivision will be the existing 48"
diam. storm sewer at Coach drive.
2)The city and the developer will share equally in the construction costs of the new
storm sewer on Clare Cres. from the new street coming from the subdivision (Cuviello
Court) to Coach Drive.(est. size- 450 mm diam)
3) The developer will include in the drainage area of the subdivision storm sewer the rear
yards of the homes on Brookfield Ave. and approx. 1 acre area to the north of the
subdivision.
4)The City and the developer will share equally in the engineering fees for the storm
sewer on Clare Cres.
5)The Engineering Design will be carried out by V&S Engineering Group.
6) The city will pay 100% of the cost to re-connect the existing catchbasins into the new
storm sewer
Attached is a cost estimate of the new storm sewer. Thank you for your help in this matter.
Yours truly
The City of
Niagara Falls
Canada
Community Services Department
Municipal Works
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
web site: www.city.niagarafalls.on.ca
Tel.:
Fax:
E-mail:
(905) 356-7521
(905) 356-2354
edujlovi@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
MW-2002-150
Ed Dujlovic
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: Re:
MW-2002-150
Grey Avenue Traffic Review
Environmental Assessment Review
Consultant Engagement
RECOMMENDATION'
It is recommended that the consulting firm SRM Associates be engaged to conduct the
Environmental AsSessment review of the Grey Avenue traffic management problems in
accordance with their proposal dated November 6, 2002.
BACKGROUND:
The Municipal Parking and Traffic Committee at its meeting on October 15, 2002 considered report
MW-2002-124 and passed the following resolution regarding the restriction of buses on Grey
Avenue.
"It is recommended that the Environmental Assessment Review process for the reversal of
traffic flow for Grey Avenue begin immediately and that funds for the E.A. be allocated in the 2003
Capital Works budget."
Municipal Works staff has selected a qualified firm and has met to discuss the scope of the work and
a project schedule. If the project can commence shortly, the process can be completed by the end of
February 2003 at an estimated cost of $10,500 including G.S.T.
While it is acknowledged that the 2003 Capital Works budget has not been formally approved the
relatively minor expense should be easily accommodated. Given the history of this problem and
anticiPation of a simple solution, staff is requesting your favorable consideration.
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Manager of Development
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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~/Chief Administrative officer
MW-2002-150
Municipal Works
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November 6, 2002
The City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
P.O. Box 1023
Niagara Falls, ON
L2E 6X5
Attention Mrs. Ma~enna Carrick C.E.T. ~
Dear Ma~enna:
RE: Grey Avenue Traffic Management
Proposal for Class EA Study Consulting
SRM02-~
Back.qround
This is a proposal for transportation consulting services to assist the City of Niagara
Falls in determining the preferred solution to the problem of heavy vehicles using
Grey Avenue along the southerly portion of the roadway where residential
development exists. Grey Avenue a narrow roadway serves pdmadly residential
development except for two commercial properties fronting Ferry Street, a Regional
Road. Currently traffic flow is restricted to one-way in the southbound direction.
The goal of this study is to develop a traffic management solution that mitigates the
traffic impacts associated with commercial development in proximity to a residential
neighbourhood.
In an effort to resolve the matter of heavy vehicle traffic infiltration, staff met with the
residents and commercial proprietors on several occasions. Although many
solutions were discussed, and preference was given to the reversal of one-way
traffic flow, the City has resolved to complete the traffic management review by
undertaking a.Class Environmental Assessment. This study will determine if a one-
way traffic reversal is the preferred solution or if other alternatives will better serve
the interests of all stakeholders.
Why A Class EA Study Process
Projects for which there is the potential for some adverse environmental impacts
such as traffic calming are subject to a screening process including consultation with
those who may be directly affected. As you know, traffic calming projects or traffic
operations measures that may affect more than the local stakeholders are subject to
the Class EA process. Based on your description of the scope of issues, we
recommend this study be undertaken following a Schedule 'B' classification.
Projects qualify under Schedule 'B' if the cost of improvements or alterations is not
going to exceed $1,500,000 and the impacts are predictable and may be mitigated.
Mrs. Marzenna Carrick, C.E.T.
Grey Avenue Traffic Management Review
Proposal for Consulting Services
November 6, 2002
Page 2
The Class EA is a self-assessment process and does not require the Ministry of the
Environment to sign-off before following through on the undertaking unless concerns
remain unresolved. We will however notify them of the study commencement.
Preposed Study Tasks
A Class EA study formalizes the four-step problem solving process as documented
by the Municipal Engineers Association, June 2000. The conduct of a Schedule 'B'
Class EA includes screening of alternatives and mandatory public contact at project
milestones. Schedule 'B' projects require the completion of only 'Phase 1 -
Preblem' and 'Phase 2 -Alternative Solutions'. In terms of legal obligation, the
selection of a preferred solution will fulfill the Class EA requirements. We
understand however, that the City wishes to develop the alternatives and the
preferred solution in greater detail. This is justified since the alternatives must be
evaluated for their impacts and benefits in order to make a rationale selection.
The study tasks apprepriate to the specific circumstances will emphasize
documentation of the operational problems and evaluation of the alternative
solutions. In this regard, the preferred solution will be conceptualized and estimates
of cost presented in a final report.
PHASE 1 - PROBLEM
Step 1 - Problem Statement
The problem(s) may or may not be obvious to the public but it is necessary to
document factors, which lead to the conclusion that an improvement or change is
needed. This phase will therefore lead to the development of a clear statement of
the problem being addressed. From the problem statement, the rest of the project
will be developed.
The nature of traffic management concerns on Grey Avenue demands a careful
examination of traffic flows, circulation patterns, and accessibility, in order to
document the reasons why buses and trucks exit the Super 8 Hotel and adjacent
commercial developments using Grey Avenue. In this regard, the following data are
to be colle.cted:
Description of Data Timing of Collection Data Collector
Traffic Volume
· Two-way flows Grey Avenue and · U.S. Thanksgiving Hose machine
Ferry Street weekend counts by City
· Vehicle classification Grey Avenue · Christmas week
Mrs. Marzenna Carrick, C.E.T.
Grey Avenue Traffic Management Review
Proposal for Consulting Services
November 6, 2002
Page 2
Description of Data Timing of Collection Data Collector
Mapping/Assessment
· Aerial photos
· Plan and Profile drawings with
r.o.w. At study commencement City archives
· Recent site plans
· Property database for Grey Avenue
and surrounding addresses
Traffic Collisions At study commencement City database
Traffic Circulation and Pattems
· Access, bus circulation, parking Phase 1 fieldwork SRM
distribution November 29/30 Associates
· Telephone and on-site interviews
Step 2 - First Public Consultation
In order that the public may be involved at this stage in defining the problem and
formulating the problem statement a public meeting is proposed. Normally at this
step only a notice of study commencement is required. In this case the notice will
include and invitation to the first of two public meetings.
Prior to the public meeting, and with your consent, we propose to telephone contact
the study area residents to solicit their input on defining the problem(s). We believe
this will both engender the trust of the stakehOlders and provide the best possible
feedback to focus our study activity. We will also give notice of the upcoming public
meeting at that time.
The format of the meeting, which we expect will be scheduled in Mid-January, will
be a drop-in centre. We will prepare documentation of the local conditions and
display the data collected to define the problem(s). The purpose of the meeting will
be to gain consensus of the problem statement through solicitation of input from the
stakeholders. A second objective is to document all the possible solutions to the
problem with input from the public.
At the conclusion of the meeting we will have a complete list of alternative solutions
to carry forward to 'Phase 2 - Alternative Solutions' where each option will be
evaluated. All reasonable and feasible solutions shall be identified and briefly
described and/or illustrated.
At this stage in the study the following alternatives have been identified:
· Do Nothing
· Heavy Vehicle Restrictions
· One-way Street Reversal
· Partial Reversal
Mrs. Marzenna Carrick, C.E.T.
Grey Avenue Traffic Management Review
Proposal for Consulting Services
November 6, 2002
Page 2
· Closure or Partial Closure (with or without reversal)
These are preliminary alternatives, however, and will be reviewed and confirmed
during the consultation and in Phase 2.
We have assumed that the City will provide advertisement printing and posting
services and a venue for the meeting(s). Our Mr. Mark Lenters, P. Eng, will facilitate
the drop-in centre assisted by our Mr. Bob Gilchrist, P.Eng. Our translator Dina
Cannella will also be on-hand to assist if necessary.
PHASE 2 - ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS
Following the procedures outlined in Phase 2 will lead to the conclusion that the
project is approved subject to screening (Schedule B).
Step 1 - Evaluation of Alternatives
Identification of the magnitude of the net poSitive and negative effects of each
alternative solution, with respect to the environmental factors and operational
measures of effectiveness will be documented. This Step will lead to the preliminary
identification of a recommended solution to be conveyed to the public and the
review agencies. The Identification of measures to mitigate any anticipated
negative impacts associated with the preferred alternative will also be identified and
documented.
It is important to note that the recommended solution will be presented as a
preliminary preference based on a rational evaluation.of available information. The
consultation that follows will assist in confirming or influencing the final outcome.
Step 2 - Second Public and Agency Consultation
This is the first mandatory point of contact with the public according to the Class EA
process; however, in the interests of open communication and transparent problem
solving process, this will be the second, of two, information meetings.
The detailed considerations that will be addressed during the evaluation of
alternatives, the final list of alternative solutions being considered and their impact
on the environment, together with the evaluation itself, will come to light at the
second public drop-in centre.
Step 3 - Selection the Preferred Solution
This step involves selection or confirmation of the preferred solution taking into
consideration input and comments received from the review agencies and the public
and after evaluation of the net environmental effects of the various alternatives. As
Mrs. Marzenna Carrick, C.E.T.
Grey Avenue Traffic Management Review
Proposal for Consulting Services
November 6, 2002
Page 2
indicated from our partial list of alternative solutions, the preferred solution may
involve a combination of alternative solutions rather than a single outcome.
Step 4 - Documentation
To complete the Schedule 'B' process, a Notice of Completion shall be submitted to
review agencies and the public and a period of at least 30 calendar days shall be
allowed for comment and input.
We understand that you require a camera-ready copy of the report, 10 hard copies
and electronic copies in Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 and Word Perfect format.
Schedule
The anticipated sChedule depends on the availability of reasonable count data from
the U.S. Thanksgiving weekend, November 28th to December 2nd. Prior to that
date we can collect stakeholder feedback and receive assembled land use and
engineering documentation from your files.
The first public meeting is anticipated for mid-January, and the subsequent
information meeting approximately four weeks later.
Fees
The fee estimate based on the above work program has been divided as follows:
Tasks
Phase 1 Study (including two meetings with staff)
Public Information Meeting #1
Phase 2 Study Tasks (including one meeting with staff)
Public Information Meeting #2
Draft and Final Report (including one meeting to present findings)
Disbursements (printing, materials, phone, fax, mileage)
G.S.T.
Total
Upset Limit
Fee
$2,600.00
$1,500.00
$2,300.00
$1,500.00
$1,500.00
$400.00
$686.00
$10,486.00
In addition to the above, we estimate a provisional sum of $350.00 to present the
study findings to Council if necessary.
Streamlined Study Approach
A Schedule 'B' Class EA does not strictly require two public information meetings;
however, we understand that the matter may be too sensitive as your cOmments
indicated. However, an alternative approach that could reduce consulting costs and
be nearly as effective would be to stage only one public meeting supplemented by
the telephone surveys as the first public contact, preceded by an advertisement or
Mrs. Marzenna Carrick, C.ET.
Grey Avenue Traffic Management Review
Proposal for Consulting Services
November 6, 2002
Page 2
hand-out notice. In such a case, the alternate study fee would be $8,880.00
including G.S.T.
We trust that this work program addresses the City's expectation for the consulting
assistance necessary to resolve the subject matter. If you are in agreement with the
proposed work program and fee, please signify your acceptance on the attached
sign-back form.
SRM Associates greatly appreciates the opportunity to support the City's initiatives
to improve traffic operations for its residents and visitors.
Yours truly,
SRM Associates
Mark S. Lenters, P. Eng.,
General Manager
Sign-back to be attached
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Niagara Falls
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Community Services Department
Municipal Works
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Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
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MW-2002-153
Ed Dujlovic
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo
and Members of the Municipal Council
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members: 'Re:
MW-2002-153
Beaver Valley Subdivision - Phase 2
Clearance of Draft Plan Condition//7
Cost Sharing - Green Avenue Extension
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the developer of the Beaver Valley Subdivision - Phase 2 be required to
modify the entrance at the intersection of Beaver Valley Way and Beaverdams Road to
accommodate traffic coming from the undeveloped lands to the west instead of having to
construct a new roadway across the CN Rail line and extending Green Avenue.
BACKGROUND:
In June of 1998, the developer of the Beaver Valley Subdivision received Drat~ Plan approval for
the construction of 56 single family homes just north of the first phase which is currently nearing
completion. To the east of the subject lands under different ownership is a 17.9 acre parcel of land
that is constrained from access by the M.T.O. property to the north and east and the CN Rail line to
the south. The original plans for this area contemplated the construction of a second permanent
access that would link with the extension of Green Avenue, the costs of which were to be shared by
the two developers.
Condition #7 of the Draft Plan approval states:
"That the developer share the cost of constructing a rail crossing and the extension of Green
Avenue with the landowners to the east on a prorated basis, to the satisfaction of the City of Niagara
Falls."
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Municipal Works staff, having considered the concems raised by residents at the recent Beaverdams
Rd. Traffic Calming workshop revisited this matter and sought the input of CN Rail. In their
response, dated September 4, 2002 they discouraged proceeding with the original plan for the
following reasons;
"Another crossing in this vicinity would ultimately result in four grade crossings in a span
of only 0.69 miles, from Kalar Road to Montrose Road. The introduction of an additional crossing
for the proposed extension of Green Avenue increases the potential for problems in the future. It
does not represent good planning and it would not be in the best interest of the existing and future
residents, City nor the Railway."
Given this position, which is also shared by the two developers, staff requested the completion of
an Operational Review study to see what changes would have to be made to handle all of the traffic
through the one existing outlet on Beaver Valley Way. A study was completed by Paradigm
Transportation Solutions Ltd. which identified that, with some minor modifications to entranceway,
the extension to Green Avenue could be avoided. These modifications include the removal of the
first center median and the addition of lane markings to allow for a left and right tum onto
Beaverdams Road. Also, identified was the possible need for a right tum lane or taper on the west
bound approach of Beaverdams Road. These modifications also include the restriction of on-street
parking in this area. Staff is recommending that these new costs be shared between the two
developers which will be significantly less than the other altemative.
The servicing for the Beaver Valley Subdivision-Phase 2 is now complete and this condition requires
clearance in order to register the final Plan. The solution appears to be mutually beneficial for all
parties.
The Committee's favorable conSideration of this recommendation is appreciated.
Prepared by:
Manager of Development
Respectfully submitted:
fJohn MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Approved by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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4 September 2002
Mr. Geoff Holman
Manager of Development
Cib/of Niagara Falls
P.O. Box 1023~ 4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls ON 1.2E 6X5
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Tomato, Ontario
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Telephone: (416) 217-6961
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Dear Mr. Holman:
Rel
Proposed Hew At Grade Crossing - Extension of Green Lane Avenue
Proposed Draft Plans Of Subdivision
Beaver Valley Extension 1 (Phase 2) - 26T-95016 (Revised)
Beaver Valley EXtension 2:- 26T-9701B (Revised)
North of Beaverdams Road; east of Kalar Road
We have reviewed your letter dated 26 .July 2002, regarding the above noted matter.
As you may be aware~ the Railway previously met with fl~e City in July 2001 to review safely and
access issues with the existing Kalar Road and Beaverdam Road mil crossings. Due to concerns
expressed by the Cib/and existing residents In the area, urban gmwth~ schools in dose proximity
to the railway right-of-way and train speed variance all parties attending agreed to pursue ga~es
and grade crossing predictors for both crossings, currently equipped with flashers,
Another crossing in this vlcinlb/would ulLimately resu~c In four grade crossings in a span of only
0.69 miles, from Kalar Road [o Nontrose Road. The inl~oductJon of an additional grade crossing
for the proposed extension of Green lane Avenue increases the potenUa[ for problems in the
future, ]~t does not represent good planning principles and would not be in the best In~re.~ of
existing and future residents~ the Qb/or the Railway.
Based on the information provided, it is not clear that detailed transportation s~udies have been
completed and alternaUve access mutes thoroughly explored. CN is not In favour of another at
grade crossing at this location and strongly prefers that an existing crossing be utilized.
Should you require any further questions, please do not hes~te to con~act me at (416) 217-6961.
Yours truly,
Geoff Woods, B.E.S.
Development Review Coordinator
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R-2002-68
Adele Ken
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re'.
R-2002-68 Chippawa Outdoor Swimming Pool
RECOMMENDATION:
That the additional cost to construct the swimming pool be referred to the 2003 Capital Construction
Budget.
BACKGROUND:
In the 1997, Feasibility Study report presented to Council by F.J. Galloway & Associates Inc., it was
recommended that an outdoor swimming pool be constructed in Chippawa at an approximate cost
of $600,000 and that the cost be equally shared between the City and the Chippawa Swimming Pool
Committee. Council agreed to this recommendation and each year has matched what has been
fundraised by the Community Group.
In a report dated July 15, 2002, Council supported a smaller, and therefore, less costly swimming
pool being constructed in Chippawa Lions Park. The approximate cost was $150,000. Staff was of
the understanding that the existing building in the park would be used for washroom purposes and
a small change room with an on deck shower would be constructed. However, staff recently
discovered that according to Ontario Building Code we are constructing a Class A Public Pool and
as such, we are required to provide dressing rooms, showers, washrooms and a drinking fountain
adjacent to the swimming pool. Therefore, we cannot use the existing building which would require
the public to walk a short distance of 95 metres to public restrooms. The proposed new building
would be similar to the building at Lions Park swimming pool located on Drummond Road. It has
been estimated that the cost for the project will now increase to $350,000. This figure is still
substantially lower than the original 1997 estimate of $600,000.
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The Chippawa Swimming Pool Committee has worked very hard and has raised approximately
$75,000. They are willing to work toward raising the additional dollars but realize that with all the
competition they are facing, it will be difficult to raise these funds within the next few years. The
Committee is therefore asking Council to provide the additional required funding.
Adele Kon
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
Respectfully submitted:
//John MacDonald
.~/ Chief Administrative Officer
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R-2002-69
Adele Kon
Director
November 18, 2002
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: R-2002 - 69
Request for a Fence Encroachment - Andrew & Mary Morgan
- 6397 Jupiter Blvd.
RECOMMENDATION:
']'~at Council approve the entering into an encroachment agreement with Andrew and Mary Morgan
to allow the extension of a fence along the Haulage Road Trail.
BACKGROUND:
On November 4, 2002 Council approved the entering into encroachment agreements for those
residential properties having encroachments along the Haulage Road Trail. The City has received
a letter from Andrew and Mary Morgan for a request to extend their fence onto the Haulage Road
Trail property to meet the other residential fences currently encroaching into the park property (see
attached photo). The Morgan's recently purchased the property and staff received calls from Mr.
Morgan wanting to relocate his fence. Mr. Morgan was advised not to move the fence as Council
would be considering the encroachment issue along the Haulage Road Trail area.
Based upon the recent decision of Council, and the fact that the fence on the Morgan property is the
only fence in that vicinity that is not encroaching, it is recommended that Committee and Council
approve the entering into an encroachment agreement with' the Morgan's to allow their fence to
encroach on City property and create a straight fence line.
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Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
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Attachment
Respectfully submitted:
ohn MacD~o~
~dministrative Officer
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