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2017/07/11 Niagarq lls C A N A D A COUNCIL MEETING July 11, 2017 O Canada to be sung by Milana and Ivana Mascia ADOPTION OF MINUTES: Council Minutes of June 13, 2017 and June 22, 2017. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made for the current Council Meeting at this time. DEPUTATIONS/PRESENTATIONS Ethan Zahn — Act of Bravery On behalf of Council, the Mayor will recognize 12 year old Ethan Zahn, a recent grade 7 student of St. Vincent de Paul Elementary School, for his act of bravery in coming to the assistance of Ms. Linda Valade of Niagara Falls. Steve Ludzik Celebrity Roast Steve Ludzik will address Council regarding the annual Celebrity Roast scheduled for August 19, 2017 at the Scotiabank Convention Centre. CAO-2017-04 — Code of Conduct for Members of Council and Integrity Commissioner Appointment Process Ken Todd, CAO, will speak to an updated Code of Conduct. 1 PLANNING MATTERS 6:30 P.M. Public Meeting: 26CD-11-2017-004 Oldfield Phase 4 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium North Side of Oldfield East of Dorchester Road Applicant: Mountainview Homes( Niagara) Ltd. ( Mark Basciano) Agent: Upper Canada Consulting ( Jennifer Vida) Background Material: Recommendation Report: PBD-2017-24 Public Meeting: Official Plan Amendment No. 118 Grand Niagara Secondary Plan Background Material: Recommendation Report: PBD-2017-26 -AND- Correspondence from Dr. John Bacher Correspondence from Frank Fohr 2 CONSENT AGENDA THE CONSENT AGENDA IS A SET OF REPORTS THAT COULD BE APPROVED IN ONE MOTION OF COUNCIL. THE APPROVAL ENDORSES ALL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED IN EACH OF THE REPORTS WITHIN THE SET. THE SINGLE MOTION WILL SAVE TIME. PRIOR TO THE MOTION BEING TAKEN, A COUNCILLOR MAY REQUEST THAT ONE OR MORE OF THE REPORTS BE MOVED OUT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY. CD-2017-03 — Update on Licenced Charitable Bingo Operations F-2017-27 — Monthly Tax Receivables — May F-2017-28 — Municipal Accounts FS-2017-02 — Amendments to the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Management Program and Emergency Plan MW-2017-27 — Tender Award for Harvard Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement MW-2017-29 — Thorold Stone Road Extension — Project Update MW-2017-30 — Crysler Ave & St. Lawrence Ave, Phase I & II, Watermain Replacement, and Road Reconstruction. MW-2017-32 — Tender Award for Contract 2017-08, 2017 Surface Treatment MW-2017-33 — Garner Trail ( McGarry Dr. to McLeod Rd), Project Construction Proposal and Easement Agreement with NCDSB ( HAND OUT) MW-2017-34— Tender Award for Locate Service Provider PBD-2017-27 — Matters Arising from the Municipal Heritage Committee. Proposed Demolition of John Misener House, 5491 Robinson Street TS-2017-26 — Jill Drive — Parking Review TS-2017-27 — Lamont Avenue — Parking Review MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS 3 COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 1. Livestock Niagara — 3`d Annual Music & Arts Festival on July 22, 2017, requesting waiver of fees related to road closure, exemption to the city's noise by-law and a special occasion permit. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council 2. Niagara Falls History Museum — Request relief to the City's Noise by-law for Niagara Falls Night of Art Annual event September 21, 2017 RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council 3. Niagara Arts Showcase— holding a festival Sept 15, 16 & 17, 2017 at Fireman's park and are requesting a waiver of fees associated with the event. RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 4. Lundy's Lane BIA— requesting approval of the 2017 budget RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 5. Victoria Centre BIA— requesting approval of the 2017 budget RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 6. Clifton Hill BIA — requesting approval of the 2017 budget RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 7. Main & Ferry BIA— requesting approval of the 2017 budget RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council 8. Fallsview BIA— requesting approval of the 2017 budget RECOMMENDATIN: For the Approval of Council 9. Niagara Tinting, Joedy Burdett — request for extension of a revitalization grant agreement for 4480 Bridge Street. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council 10.Niagara Region — Draft Regional Development Charges Update RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council 4 Additional items for Council's Consideration: The City Clerk will advise of any items for council consideration BY-LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-law listed for Council consideration. 2017-82 A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. ( Heavy Vehicles) 2017-83 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to maintain a site specific range of General Industrial uses on the Lands and to add a medical marijuana facility to the list of uses permitted on the Lands (AM-2017-003). 2017-84 A by-law requiring an emergency management program for the protection of public safety, health, the environment, critical infrastructure and property, ad to promote economic stability and a disaster- resilient community. 2017-85 A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by-laws. 2017-86 A by-law to appoint Deputy Lottery Licensing Officers, repealing By-law No. 2014-057. 2017-87 A by-law to authorize the payment of$10,318,757.92 for General Purposes. 2017-88 A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 11`h day of July, 2017. NEW BUSINESS 5 July 11 — Milana and Ivana Mascia sisters Today we have The Mascia Sisters. Both girls attend St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Elementary School where Milana will enter grade 7 and Ivana will be a grade 4 student in September. The Mascia sisters, who have been performing together for four years, enjoy singing lessons, piano lessons, violin lessons and competitive dance. Ivana was the recent recipient of a Kiwanis scholarship for violin. Milana is currently part of an all new Toronto girl band called Girl Power. The band's goal is to empower youth through music and dance. The Mascia sisters are delighted to sing our National Anthem tonight. I I Teresa Fabbro From: Jessica Potts <jessica@inspiredstrategy.ca> Sent: Wednesday,July 05, 2017 9:12 AM To: Teresa Fabbro Subject: Ludzy Celebrity Roast pres to Council -July 11 Thanks again T! Great catching up :) I'll watch for the agenda when it's ready. The date of the roast is Saturday, August 19 at SVC. Jess :) L A/5 CAO-2017-04 Niagara,Falls July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Chief Administrative Officer SUBJECT: CAO-2017-04 Code of Conduct for Members of Council and Integrity Commissioner Appointment Process RECOMMENDATION 1. The Code of Conduct for Members of Council and the Integrity Commissioner appointment process attached to this report as Addendum 1 be approved. 2. That Council choose one of the following options related to implementation of penalties: • Option 1: Council impose the penalties under Section 223 of'the Municipal Act. • Option 2: The Integrity Commissioner be delegated authority to impose penalties under Section 223 of the Municipal Act. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: In May, 2012 Council approved a Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest Policy related to all Employees and Elected Officials. This was a result of the 2011-2014 Strategic Priorities identifying the need to develop a Corporate Code of Ethics to assist with the Corporation committing to a values based corporate culture. Subsequently in November 22, 2016 Council approved a report from the City Clerk (CD- 2016-03) directing staff to prepare an independent Code of Conduct for Council Members and report back on the hiring of an Integrity Commissioner. This report addressed that recommendation. BACKGROUND: In 2006, the Municipal Statue Law Amendment Act, 2006 (Bill 130), amended the Municipal Act to give municipalities the authority to appoint various accountability officers. One of the possible accountability officers, an Integrity Commissioner, reports to Council, in an independent manner, on the application of Code of Conduct and other procedures, rules and policies governing ethical behaviour for members of council and local boards. i i' 2 CAO-2017-04 June 13, 2017 In 2014, the Public Sector and MPP Accountability and Transparency Act (Bill 8) was passed. As of January 1, 2016 the Ontario Ombudsman was given expanded jurisdiction over municipalities, in addition to being the de facto Closed Meeting Investigator, if a municipality did not hire their own investigator. In the first three months of the increased oversight, the Ombudsman's Office received 266 complaints. The majority of the complaints were related to Councillor or committee member conduct. In these cases, the Ombudsman's Office will not intercede but has recommended municipalities adopt a Code of Conduct and hire an Integrity Commissioner. Bill 68, Modernizing Ontario's Municipal Legislation Act, 2017 received Royal Assent on May 30, 2017. This Act includes a requirement that "a municipality shall establish codes of conduct for members of the municipality and of its local boards." The amendments also require the municipality to appoint an Integrity Commissioner who reports to Council and who is responsible for performing in an independent manner the functions assigned by the municipality as outlined in the Act. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE An Integrity Commissioner reports directly to Council and is responsible for performing, in an independent manner, investigations regarding application of the municipality's Code of Conduct and other procedures, rules and policies governing ethical behaviour for members of councils and local boards. Section 223,4 (5) of the Municipal Act provides that penalties may be imposed including a reprimand or suspension of pay for a period of up to ninety (90) days. Some limited remedial measures may also be outlined in a Code of Conduct, such as an apology or return of municipal property, if improperly used. In other municipalities, the Integrity Commissioner may also be expected to provide ethical advice to Councillors and deliver an annual report on their activities. Codes of Conduct form the basis of an Integrity Commissioner review. Codes address a broad range of issues, including how to handle gifts and benefits, proper use of municipal resources, social media conduct, proper conduct at council meetings and how to behave when acting on behalf of the municipality. The City of Niagara Falls has an approved Code of Ethics (HR-2012-03). The Code of Ethics has references to elected officials related to conduct, use of position, receipt of gifts and adherence to the provisions of the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. As a result of the recent changes to the Municipal Act (Bill 68), it is appropriate to develop a Councillor-specific Code of Conduct. 3 CAO-2017-04 June 13, 2017 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Penalties under a breach of a Code of Conduct are limited to a reprimand or a suspension of pay of up to ninety (90) days. The engagement of an Integrity Commissioner will require payment for conducting investigations. Common arrangements in other municipalities include fixed hourly rates, sometimes coupled with an annual retainer. An RFP process will be carried out by staff and a subsequent report will be presented to Council on the appointment of an Integrity Commissioner. In the meantime, the City Solicitor will seek out qualified individuals to conduct such investigations until a formal appointment is made. STRATIGIC COMMITMENT Organizational Effectiveness and Efficiency: ensuring that governments are appropriate, effective and accountable to its citizens. Respectfully submitted: 1 4j4z� Ken todd, Chief Administrative Office Attachment: Code of Conduct for Members of Council I i i i I C r i I Code of Conduct for Members of Council PREAMBLE Members of Council have the privilege of attaining elected office. That privilege carries significant responsibilities and obligations with respect to the public trust. In order to strengthen the role of Council and to enhance public trust with respect to the obligations of its Members, this Code is established to govern and regulate the ethical conduct of all Members and also supplements existing superior legislation, municipal by-laws and related corporate policies that govern Members' conduct. 1. PURPOSE AND PRINCIPLES 1.1 The Code sets out and identifies the City's expectations for its Members and establishes rules for appropriate conduct. 1.2 The public expects the highest moral and ethical standards of conduct from Members that it elects. The behaviour and actions of Members is expected to reflect the principles of accountability, transparency, and public trust. Adherence to these standards will protect and maintain the City's reputation and integrity. 1.3 The key statements of principle that underline this Code are as follows: (a) the decision-making process of Council is open, accessible and equitable and respects the City's governance structure; (b) public office is not to be used for the personal financial benefit of any Member; (c) City residents should have confidence in the integrity of their local government and of their Members; (d) the conduct of each Member is of the highest standard; and (e) the conduct of each Member demonstrates fairness, respect for differences and a duty to work with other Members together for the common good. 2. DEFINITIONS i 2.1 In this Code: (a) "Clerk" means the Clerk of the City or his/her designate; I i (b) "Code" means the "Code of Conduct for Council Members" as established by Council pursuant to Section 223.2 of the Municipal Act, 2001; (c) "Committee" means a committee, board, task force or other body constituted and appointed by Council; (d) "community groups and organizations" means any group, club, society, or organization and any non-profit or charitable group or organization operated for social welfare, civic improvement, pleasure, recreation or any other purpose except profit. Including but not limited to registered charities and non-profit organizations as defined by the Canada Revenue Agency. (e) "complainant" means a person who has filed a complaint in accordance with this Code; (f) "complaint" means a written objection filed with the Integrity Commissioner pursuant to this Code respecting a Member; (g) "confidential information" means any information in the possession of or received in confidence by the City that the City is prohibited from disclosing or has decided to refuse to disclose under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act or other legislation, which includes but is not limited to: (i) information that is disclosed or discussed at a meeting that is closed to the public pursuant to subsection 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001; (ii) information that is given verbally in confidence in preparation for or following a meeting that is closed to the public pursuant to subsection 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 ; (iii) personal information as defined in subsection 2(1) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; (iv) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege or information that concerns litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the Town; (v) information that concerns any confidential matters pertaining to personnel, labour relations, or items under negotiation; (vi) price schedules in contract tenders and information about suppliers provided in contract tender or requests for information, quotation or proposal submissions, if such information is given in confidence, implicitly or explicitly; (vii) sources of complaints where the identity of the complainant is given in confidence; (viii) information circulated to Members and marked "confidential"; or (ix) any information lawfully determined by the Council to be confidential or required to remain or be kept confidential by legislation or order. (h) "Council" means the Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls; (i) "gift" means cash, fees, admission fees, advances, vouchers, invitations, objects of value, services, offers, personal benefits, travel and accommodation or entertainment that are provided to and retained by a Member, that could be seen to be connected directly or indirectly to the performance of the Member's duties; (j) "harassment" or "harass" involves engaging in a course of behaviour, comment or conduct, whether it occurs inside or outside the work environment, that is or ought reasonably to be known to be unwelcome. It includes but is not limited to any behaviour, conduct or comment by a Member that is directed at or is offensive to another person: i) on the grounds of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, age, handicap, sexual orientation, marital status, or family status, as well as any other grounds under the provisions of the Human Rights Code; or ii) which is reasonably perceived by the recipient as an intention to bully, embarrass, intimidate or ridicule the recipient. (k) "Integrity Commissioner" means the Integrity Commissioner appointed by Council pursuant to Section 223.3 of the Municipal Act, 2001; (1) "meeting" means any legally-constituted meeting of Council or a Committee; (m) "Member" means a Member of Council of the City and includes the Mayor, and Regional Councillors; (n) "social media" means web-based applications and on-line forums that allow users to interact, share and publish content such as text, links, photos, audio and video; (o) "staff' means direct employees of the City whether full-time, part-time, contract (including employees of staffing agencies) or casual (including students and volunteers); (p) "City" means the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls; and (q) "City property" includes, but is not limited to, all real and personal property, facilities, vehicles, equipment, supplies, services, staff, documents, intellectual property, computer programs or technological innovations belonging to the City. 3. CONDUCT OF MEMBERS A Member shall at all times conduct themselves with propriety, decency and respect and with the understanding that all members of the public, other Members and staff are to be treated with dignity, courtesy and empathy, recognizing that a Member is always a representative of the City and of their elected office. A Member shall at all times conduct themselves with decorum and in accordance with the City's Procedural By-law during any meetings and in a manner that demonstrates fairness, respect for individual differences, and an intention to work together for the common good and in furtherance of the public interest. 4. COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE OF CONDUCT 4.1 This Code applies to every Member. 4.2 A Member shall: (a) observe and comply with every provision of this Code, as well as all other policies and procedures adopted or established by Council affecting the Member, acting in his or her capacity as a Member; (b) respect the integrity of the Code and inquiries and investigations conducted under it; and (c) co-operate in every way possible in securing compliance with the application and enforcement of the Code. 4.3 No Member shall: (a) undertake any act of reprisal or threaten reprisal against a complainant or any other person for providing relevant information to the Integrity Commissioner or any other person; or (b) obstruct the Integrity Commissioner, or any other municipal official involved in applying or furthering the objectives or requirements of this Code, in the carrying out of such responsibilities, or pursuing any such objective. 5. TRANSPARENCY AND OPENNESS IN DECISION MAKING Members shall: (a) conduct Council business and their duties in an open and transparent manner so that stakeholders can understand the process and rationale which has been used to reach decisions; (b) ensure the public has input and receives notice regarding Council's decision making processes in accordance with the Procedure By-law; (c) ensure compliance with the Municipal Act, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and other applicable legislation regarding open meetings, accountability and transparency. 6. ACCESS TO INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY 6.1 A Member shall: (a) only be entitled to have access to information in the possession of the C it y that is relevant to matters before Council or a Committee or that is relevant to their role as Members of Council. Otherwise, they have the same access rights to information as any member of the public. (b) have a continuing obligation to keep information confidential, even if the Member ceases to be a Member. 6.2 No Member shall: (a) obtain access, or attempt to gain access, to confidential information in the custody or control of the City except in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; (b) disclose, release or publish by any means, including social media any confidential information acquired by virtue of his or her office, in any form, except when required or authorized by Council or otherwise by law to do so; (c) provide to any other person to disclose, release, publish any confidential information acquired by virtue of his or her office, in any form, except when required or authorized by Council or otherwise by law to do so; (d) use confidential information for personal or private gain or benefit, or for the personal or private gain or benefit of any other person or body; or (e) disclose or discuss, through written, electronic or verbal communication, to any individual or corporate third party, any information that has been or will be discussed at a closed session meeting of Council or a Committee until such time that Council or a Committee has determined or has been advised by staff that the matter, or any part of the matter, can be made public subject to review by the head or designate under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act or if directed to do so by a court. 7. UNDUE USE OF INFLUENCE No Member shall use their status as a Member of Council to improperly influence the actions or decisions of Staff or others to the private advantage of the Member or his or her family, staff, friends or associates, business or otherwise. 8. STAFF RELATIONS 8.1 A Member shall: (a) respect staff and acknowledge that staff is required to provide objective advice while remaining neutral, carry out directions of council as a whole, and administer the policies of the town without undue influence from any Member. (b) respect the administrative structure and direct any staff performance concerns through the appropriate supervisory staff. 8.2 No Member Shall: (a) maliciously or falsely impugn the professional or ethical reputation of any staff; (b) compel staff to engage in partisan political activities, or subject staff to threat or discrimination for refusing to engage in such activities; or (c) use their authority or influence to threaten, intimidate, or coerce staff or improperly interfere the lawful exercise of the duties of staff. 9. GIFTS 9.1 No Member shall accept a gift or personal benefit that is connected directly or indirectly with the performance of their duties unless authorized by one of the exceptions below. 9.2 Notwithstanding Section 9.1 the following exceptions are applicable: (a) gifts received as an incident of protocol or social obligation that normally accompany the responsibilities of elected office; (b) gifts that are not connected directly or indirectly with the performance or duties of office; (c) compensation authorized by law; (d) a reimbursement of reasonable expenses incurred and honorariums received in the performance of activities connected with a legitimate municipal purpose; (e) political contributions that are otherwise offered, accepted and reported in accordance with applicable law; (f) services provided without compensation by persons volunteering their time; (g) a suitable memento of a function honouring the Member or the City; (h) food, lodging, transportation and entertainment provided by provincial, regional and local governments or political sub-divisions of them, and by the federal government or the government of a foreign country; (i) food, beverages and/or admission fees provided by banquets, receptions or similar events if attendance is the result of protocol or social obligation consistent with the responsibilities of office, and the person extending the invitation has done so infrequently and that person or a representative of the organization is in attendance; and (j) communications to offices of a Member including subscriptions to newspapers and periodicals. 10. USE OF CITY PROPERTY 10.1 A Member shall: (a) only use City property for activities relevant to their role as Members of Council; and (b) no member shall obtain any personal financial gain or advantage from the use of town property. 11. POLITICAL ACTIVITY I 11.1 Members may not use town resources for any type of political activity as outlined in the "use of corporate resources and election campaign activities policy" including promoting or opposing the candidacy of any person to elected k office in any municipal, provincial and federal campaign. i E t f i I 12. PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS AND THEIR EVENTS 12.1 A Member shall be entitled to: (a) organize, establish, participate in and support community groups and organizations and their associated events, (b) hold positions, including positions on governing boards, within community groups and organizations, and be subject to the published rules of each applicable organization; (c) solicit donations on behalf of community groups and organizations; (d) use their discretionary expense budget to support community groups and organizations and their events. (e) use staff in the executive offices, or additional staff as required in consultation with the CAO for organizing and supporting events and meetings connected to their role as Members of Council. 12.2 Members shall: (a) seek Council approval for the use of their name or position and title in the official name of any event where fundraising activities occur; (b) seek Council approval for the use of corporate resources beyond those provided for in Section 11.1 in support of any event organized by the Member where fundraising activities occur. The request shall be reviewed by the CAO, and a report provided to Council with an assessment of the associated costs; (c) ensure that any funds for external or non-Member organized community groups or organizations are not received using Town staff, Town email, or other Town resources; (d) ensure that any funds, goods, or services received for community group or charitable events are not used for any other purpose; (e) respect the need for transparency with respect to their involvement in community groups and organizations and their events and perform their community service in a manner that promotes public confidence. 13. HARASSMENT 13.1 No Member shall harass any other member, any staff, or any member of the public. 13.2 Any complaint of harassment involving a member shall be referred to the Integrity Commissioner and the complaint will be dealt with in accordance with Section 17 of this Code. 14. ENCOURAGEMENT OF RESPECT FOR THE CITY AND ITS BY-LAWS 14.1 No Member shall use the influence of their office for any purpose other than for the lawful exercise of their official duties and for municipal purposes. 14.2 A member shall: (a) encourage the public, prospective contractors and lobbyists, and their colleagues to abide by the City's by-laws and policies, including this Code; and (b) accurately communicate the decisions of Council even if they disagree with the majority decision of Council, and by so doing affirm the respect and integrity in the decision-making processes of Council. 15. SOCIAL MEDIA 15.1 A Member shall: (a) adhere to all City policies and guidelines, regarding social media use; and (b) always identify themselves without any attempt to cover, disguise or mislead as to their identity or status as an elected representative of the C it when using social media. 15.2 No Member shall: (a) use social media to publish anything, or allow anything to be published on their social media sites, that is dishonest, untrue, offensive, disrespectful, constitutes harassment, is defamatory or misleading in any way. 16. ROLE OF THE INTEGRITY COMMISSIONER 16.1 The City shall appoint an Integrity Commissioner under Section 223.3 of the Municipal Act, 2001 who is an independent officer and who will report directly to Council and be responsible for carrying out his or her functions in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001 and any other functions assigned by Council, in an independent manner. 16.1 The Integrity Commissioner may provide some or all of the following services as determined by the City: (a) education and training; (b) investigation of a complaint, including a decision not to investigate and a summary dismissal of a complaint; (c) investigation reports and recommendations, including periodic, interim or final reports and annual reports; (d) information to the public regarding the Code and the obligations of Members under the Code and other ethical guidelines or policies; and (e) proactive guidance upon request from Council or a Member. 16.2 Notwithstanding the services in Section 16.1 above, the Integrity Commissioner shall not provide advice or opinions to any Member with respect to the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. 17. COMPLAINT PROCESS 17.1 A complaint that a member has contravened the Code may be initiated by any person, any Member of Council, or by Council as follows: (a) a complaint shall be made in the form attached as Appendix A and is to be sent directly to the Integrity Commissioner by mail, e-mail, fax or courier (if required, pre-addressed and postage paid envelopes are available from the Legal Department); (b) a complaint shall be made in writing and must be signed and dated by the complainant who shall be an identifiable individual (complaints may not be submitted by any group, organization or corporation); (c) the alleged violation shall have taken place within sixty (60) days of filing the complaint with the Integrity Commissioner; (d) a complaint shall include: (i) an explanation, with specific reference to sections of the Code, as to why the issue raised is alleged to be a contravention of the Code; (ii) any evidence in support of the allegation; and (iii) any witnesses in support of the allegation must be identified. 17.2 The Integrity Commissioner shall undertake an initial review of a complaint that has been filed and shall determine whether the matter relates to non- compliance with the Code or other corporate policy applying to Members. The Integrity Commissioner shall have no power or jurisdiction to investigate or otherwise deal with the complaint, if the complaint is not alleging a contravention of the Code or other corporate policy applying to Members or if the complaint relates to the following matters: (i) Criminal Matter — if the complaint relates to an allegation of a criminal nature consistent with the Criminal Code, the complainant shall be advised that pursuit of such an allegation must be made through the appropriate police service; (ii) Municipal Conflict of Interest — if the complaint relates to a matter under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, the complainant shall be advised to review the matter with his or her own legal counsel; and (iii) Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy — if the complaint relates to a matter under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the complainant shall be referred to the Clerk. (iv) Municipal Elections Act — if the complaint relates to the enforcement of the Municipal Elections Act, the complainant shall be referred to the Compliance Audit Process if the matter relates to campaign finances or to such other avenues of investigation as dictated by that Act. 17.3 If the Integrity Commissioner determines they do not have jurisdiction as described in Section 17.2 the Integrity Commissioner shall advise the complainant in writing accordingly. 17.4 The Integrity Commissioner may dispose of a complaint on the basis that it is not within the jurisdiction of the Integrity Commissioner in a summary manner and may report same to Council. The Integrity Commissioner may also seek further information or clarification from the complainant and shall endeavour to apprise the complainant of subsequent steps and the processing of the complaint and any ensuing investigation. 17.5 If the Integrity Commissioner is of the opinion that a complaint is frivolous or vexatious or is not made in good faith, or that there are no grounds or insufficient grounds for conducting an investigation, the Integrity Commissioner may choose not to investigate or, if already commenced, may terminate any investigation, or may dispose of the complaint in a summary manner. The Integrity Commissioner shall advise the complainant in writing of his or her decision and reasons for not undertaking an investigation or terminating it. I i 17.6 If the Integrity Commissioner has decided to commence an investigation of a complaint (except where otherwise required by the Public Inquiries Act, 2009, if applicable), the Integrity Commissioner shall provide a copy of the complaint and supporting evidence to the Member whose conduct is in question with a request for a written response to be provided within ten (10) days. The Integrity Commissioner may provide the response from the Member to the complainant with a request for a written reply within ten (10) days. 17.7 The Integrity Commissioner shall review the written responses and may, if necessary discuss the matter with anyone that the Integrity Commissioner considers is relevant to the complaint. The Integrity Commissioner may access and examine any of the information described in subsections 223.4(3) and (4) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and may access any Town workplace relevant to the complaint, including any documents or records under the custody or control of the Town. 17.8 Before finalizing a report to Council which recommends sanctions, the Integrity Commissioner shall provide the Member with the basis for their findings and any sanctions that may be recommended. The Member shall have the opportunity to comment either in writing, verbally or in person to the Integrity Commissioner on the proposed findings and sanctions. 17.9 Upon conclusion of a complaint investigation, the Integrity Commissioner shall: (a) issue a report to Council on the findings of the investigation and, where there has been a contravention of the Code, the report shall contain the detailed findings, any recommended sanctions, or any settlement; and (b) provide a copy of the final report to the Member at the same time as the final report is made available to the Clerk and to the complainant at the same time as the report becomes public. 17.10 The Integrity Commissioner's report on a complaint shall be placed on an agenda for consideration at a public meeting of the Committee of the Whole or Council, in accordance with the Procedure By-law, as determined by the Clerk in consultation with the Integrity Commissioner. 18. PENALTIES 18.1 Upon receipt of a final report and the recommendations of the Integrity Commissioner, Council may, where the Integrity Commissioner has determined there was a violation of the Code, impose either of the following two (2) penalties: (a) a reprimand; or (b) suspension of remuneration paid to the Member in respect of his or her services as a Member for up to ninety (90) days. 19. INTERPRETATION 19.1 This code shall be interpreted as follows: (a) the headings in the Code form no part of the Code but shall be deemed to be inserted for convenience of reference only; (b) all changes in number and gender shall be construed as may be required by the context; (c) the reference to any City official shall be deemed to include the City official who performs the duties of such referenced person from time to time, including their delegates; (d) the reference to Integrity Commissioner shall be deemed to include any person who has been delegated powers and duties by the Integrity Commissioner in accordance with subsection 223.3(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001; (e) the reference to a statute or regulation, except as may be otherwise provided, shall be deemed to include such statute or regulation as may be amended or re-enacted from time to time or its successor legislation, and, in each case, the regulations made from time to time pursuant thereto; (f) the reference to a by-law, resolution, policy or guideline made, enacted, established or adopted by the City, including the Code, except as may be otherwise provided, shall be deemed to include such by-law, resolution, policy or guideline as may be amended or re-enacted from time to time or its successor by-law resolution policy or guideline made, enact, established or adopted from time to time; and (g) if a court of competent jurisdiction should declare any section or part of a section of this Code to be invalid, such section or part of a section shall not be construed as having persuaded or influenced Council to pass the remainder of this Code and it is hereby declared that the remainder of this Code shall be valid and remain in force. 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ATTESTATION I Upon the adoption of this Code of Conduct and thereafter at the beginning of each term, Members of Council will be expected to sign two copies of the Code of Conduct (one for themselves and one for the Clerk's Office) to convey to I each other and all stakeholders that they have read, understood and accept it. i 0 i Code of Conduct for Members of Council Code Complaint Form I, hereby request the Integrity Commissioner for the City of Niagara Falls to conduct an inquiry pursuant to Part V.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001 about whether or not the following member(s) of Council has (have) contravened the Council Code of Conduct applicable to the member(s): I have reasonable and probable grounds to believe that the above member(s) has (have) contravened the Council Code of Conduct by reason of the following (please insert date, time and location of conduct, including the Rules contravened, together with particulars and names of all persons involved, and of all witnesses, and information as to how they can be reached, (if more space is required, please attach additional pages as needed): I hereby request the Integrity Commissioner to conduct an inquiry pursuant to the provisions of section 223.4 of the Municipal Act, 2001 with respect to the above conduct. Attached are copies of documents and records relevant to the requested inquiry. Please mail, fax, e-mail, or otherwise deliver this request to: Integrity Commissioner City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6X5 Phone: Fax: E-mail: Date: (Signature of Requester) Name: Address: Telephone: Fax: Cell: E-mail: Code of Conduct for Members of Niagara Falls City Council ATTESTATION I have read and understood this document and agree to abide by its terms. I understand that I may approach the Integrity Commissioner for binding confidential guidance and advice on interpretation of its provisions to prospective decisions that I might make. With my signature, as a Member of Council, I confirm that I have read, understood and accept this Code of Conduct. Signature Date r D Z Z Z D m m M N —_-%—� PBD-2017-24 NiagaraFails July 11, 2017 ✓ CANADA '.. REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2017-24 26CD-11-2017-004 Oldfield Phase 4 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium North Side of Oldfield Road East of Dorchester Road Applicant: Mountainview Homes (Niagara) Ltd. (Mark Basciano) Agent: Upper Canada Consulting (Jennifer Vida) RECOMMENDATIONS 1. That the Oldfield Phase 4 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium be draft approved subject to the conditions in Appendix A; 2. That the Mayor or designate be authorized to sign the draft plan as "approved" 20 days after notice of Council's decision has been given as required by the Planning Act, provided no appeals of the decision have been lodged; 3. That draft approval be given for three years, after which approval will lapse unless an extension is requested by the developer and granted by Council; and 4. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Condominium Agreement and any required documents to allow for the future registration of the subdivision when all matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Mountainview Homes (Niagara) Ltd. (Mark Basciano) is proposing to develop a 0.87 ha parcel of land located to the west of the Oldfield Subdivision, on the north side of Oldfield Drive, as a Plan of Vacant Land Condominium. The condominium will divide the land into 35 units of land with a common private road, visitor parking and amenity areas. The condominium will allow the individual ownership of the townhouse dwelling units. Planning staff recommends the applications for the following reasons: The development is in conformity with the City's Official Plan and Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended and varied, and will be compatible with the surrounding development; The condominium will assist in providing housing choices and will contribute to the City's required short term housing supply (3 years); and City, Regional and NPCA interests will be addressed through the fulfillment of the conditions contained in Appendix A. 2 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 BACKGROUND Proposal Mountainview Homes (Niagara) Ltd. proposes to register a Vacant Land Condominium on the subject land. This plan will permit the creation of vacant land units (parcels) for the future sale of the 35 townhouse dwelling units that are proposed. Schedule 1 shows the proposed unit layout. Site Conditions and Surrounding Land Uses The subject land was originally intended to serve as a stormwater management pond for the Oldfield plan of subdivision. The infrastructure design in the Oldfield subdivision rendered the stormwater management pond unnecessary. The land is currently being used to store topsoil that was stripped from the subdivision. A power line corridor owned by Hydro One Networks Inc. is located to the north and north-west. Beyond this corridor is a variety of housing, including apartment buildings, townhouse dwellings and single detached and semi-detached dwellings. A Provincially Significant Wetland is located to the south of Oldfield Road. The Oldfield Phase 3 plan of subdivision, consisting of on-street townhouse dwellings, is located to the east. Circulation Comments • Regional Municipality of Niagara (the Region) No objections. The Region provided several conditions to address standard development requirements. These conditions have been incorporated into Appendix A. • Municipal Works, Transportation Services, Parks Design, Fire Services, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA), Hydro One Networks Inc. (HONI), Enbridge Gas, Bell Canada, and Canada Post No objections. Requested conditions included in Appendix A. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE 1. Official Plan The subject land is designated Residential in the City's Official Plan and is subject to Special Policy Area No. 56. Residential lands are permitted to be developed with a variety of housing types, including block and on-street townhouses, up to a density of 40 units per hectare, with higher densities permitted along arterial roads such as Oldfield Road. Special Policy Area No. 56 permits these lands to be developed in advance of a secondary plan for the Thundering Waters Area, and stipulates that residential development is to contribute to the densities required 3 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 under the Provincial policies (currently 53 jobs and persons per hectare) on a secondary plan basis. The proposed development conforms to the Official Plan as follows: The proposed townhouses will have an overall density of 40 units and about 100 persons per hectare, which conforms to the Official Plan and will assist in meeting the required densities for the future secondary plan; and The proposed development will be compatible with surrounding multiple forms of housing. 2. Zoning By-law The subject land is zoned Residential Low Density, Grouped Multiple Dwellings (R4-1031), in accordance with Zoning By-law No. 79-200, as amended by By-law No. 2016-112. A Minor Variance (A-2017-018) from this zone was granted by the Committee of Adjustment, on June 6, 2017, to reduce the required lot area from 250 square metres per dwelling unit to 249 square metres per dwelling unit. This approval has the effect of permitting one additional townhouse dwelling unit on the land. The development conforms to this zone as varied. 3. Condominium Design and Conditions of Approval The plan of condominium will accommodate the intended division of the land into vacant units of land that can be owned separately. The plan will facilitate the sale of the townhome dwelling units to be built on them. The plan includes a private common road off of Oldfield Road, visitor parking and amenity areas. The scale and height of the proposed dwellings will be compatible with the surrounding dwellings. The developer q g will be required to enter into a condominium agreement with the City. The agreement will address any necessary works and warning clauses. Land that is developed as a vacant land condominium is not made subject to Site Plan Control because the development matters (i.e. site servicing/grading, landscaping, lighting, fencing, and waste disposal) are addressed in the j condominium agreement. Appendix A includes the recommended conditions of approval including the review of drainage and storm servicing by the NPCA and HONI and installation of the necessary facilities and services for Canada Post, Bell ( Canada and Enbridge. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The proposed development will generate development charge contributions and property tax revenue for the City. There are no other financial implications. I 4 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The proposed condominium complies with the City's Official Plan. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ➢ Schedule 1 — Location Map ➢ Schedule 2 — Condominium Plan ➢ Appendix A — Conditions for Draft Plan Approval Recommended by: &CV Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: I Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer A.Bryce:m b Attach. S:\PDR\2017\PBD-2017-24, 26CD-11-2017-004,Oldfield Phase 4 Condominium.docx 5 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 SCHEDULEI Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium - 26CID-11-20:1.7-004 Mountainview Homes Niagara Ltd. North Side of Oldfield Road East of Dorchester Road Location MaD IM 31 JILL DKI 31U DR IT J + ® FFERN N AV i I—A L J 1E N SE % ', _......13M T ,m :2 � r ULSON CR OLDIFIELD RD April301] Subject Land 6 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 SCHEDULE2 OLDFIELD ESTATES PHASE 4 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS m top i -- ., - �.r". " FH.1tEa .. �1 .n4 r' ie: r•,j � — PLO, BLOB 1 I ss at. a P1 a+•..e, 1 nu' a '.\ y+".� ___—_ ,s>..i..0 '` iax r OWflE40 ROAD (.ORIGINiSk R4AiF'JritoVlAiJCE-HEi54'cEN-i6WNSHIP-Cb'i�-.:488-�&- 198).,.--.. .—.-.— .___-�_... 7 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 APPENDIX A Conditions for Draft Plan Approval 1. Approval applies to the Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium prepared by Upper Canada Consultants, dated March 7, 2017, showing 35 units of vacant land for townhouses as well as a common private road, visitor parking and amenity areas. 2. The developer submit to the City's Senior Zoning Administrator all necessary drawings and information, including but not limited to, site, elevation and landscaping drawings to confirm zoning compliance. 3. The developer provide five copies of the pre-registration plan to Planning, Building & Development and a letter stating how all the conditions imposed have been or are to be fulfilled. 4. The developer enter into a Vacant Land Condominium Agreement with the City, to be registered on title, to satisfy all requirements, financial and otherwise, related to the development of the land. Note: Should any other body wish to have its conditions included in the Vacant Land Condominium Agreement, they may be required to become party to the Vacant Land Condominium Agreement for the purpose of enforcing such conditions. 5. The developer submit a Solicitor's Certificate of Ownership for the Condominium land to the City Solicitor prior to the preparation of the Vacant Land Condominium Agreement. 6. The developer provide a landscape plan, prepared by a Landscape Architect (OALA), showing fencing, entrance features, streetscape treatment, internal landscaping/lot landscape design, patios, driveway locations and garbage enclosures/collection areas. i 7. The roadways, services, lot grading and construction shall all be designed and constructed in accordance with City standards. The developer ensure that the existing municipal infrastructure will adequately service the development as proposed. E Note: No looping connections of the existing watermain will be permitted at any point within the development (i.e. single connection to municipal distribution network only). One of the two 150 mm diameter watermain stubs will be required to be capped at the property line and the existing valve box removed. 8. The developer submit a lighting plan prepared by a professional engineer. The design is to be independently powered and metered. Photometric plans are to be submitted demonstrating zero impact on neighbouring properties. i r 8 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 9. The developer provide the City with the proposed site servicing and grading scheme for the subject property to Municipal Works for review and comment prior to approval of the plans for construction. 10. The developer confirm that the proposed contribution from this site to the Oldfield Road storm sewer does not exceed the quantities as stated for the entire site design. 11. The developer pay the applicable development charges in place at the execution of the Vacant Land Condominium Agreement and at Building Permit issuance in accordance with By-law No. 2014-87, as amended. 12. The developer pay the City the applicable required fees for administration. 13. That the following condition be placed in the Vacant Land Condominium Agreement: "Owners shall be required to have their Engineering Consultant provide written acceptance that the works completed conform with the City's accepted drawings and in accordance with NPSCD and City construction specifications." 14. The developer submit the necessary servicing drawings, identifying the locations of the fire hydrants, in accordance with section 3.2.5.7 of the Ontario Building Code. 15. The developer submit a request to the Fire Department to designate, through municipal by-law, a fire access route on the property; provide a drawing illustrating the fire route's compliance with sections 3.2.5.4., 3.2.5.5. and 3.2.5.6. of the Ontario Building Code; and post the necessary `No Parking' signs. NOTE: parking shall be prohibited on both sides of the access road. 16. The developer provide the necessary servicing drawings to Fire Services, to confirm compliance of the development with Section 3.2.5.7 of the Ontario Building Code, including the location of the fire hydrants. Fire hydrants to be identified will be private hydrants and as such need to be tested and maintained in accordance with the requirements of the Ontario Fire Code. 17. The developer agree in the Vacant Land Condominium Agreement, in words satisfactory to Bell Canada, to grant to Bell Canada any easements that may be required, which may include a blanket easement, for communication/telecommunication infrastructure. In the event of any conflict with existing Bell Canada facilities or easements, the developer shall be responsible for the relocation of such facilities or easements. 18. The developer meet the requirements of Enbridge Gas Distribution with respect to the provision of their facilities to the subject lands including providing necessary easements, any necessary relocation of the gas main, provision of an exclusive use location for a pressure reducing regulator station, installation of gas piping and 9 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 subsequent completion of landscaping, grading and paving, and service and meter installation details. 19. That a Community Mail Box (CMB) be located on the site to the rear of units 22 and 23, facing the municipal sidewalk, or in an alternative location if determined by Canada Post, and that the developer identify this site on a display in the sales office prior to offering any units for sale. 20. The developer include in all offers of purchase and sale, a statement that advises the prospective purchaser that the mail delivery will be from a designated Community Mail Box (CMB) and that the developer will be responsible for officially notifying the purchasers of the exact CMB locations and easements granted to Canada Post prior to the closing of any home sales. 21. The developer satisfy all requirements of Canada Post regarding temporary and permanent CMB locations and associated works, engineering servicing drawings, installation, notification of the start of construction and providing mail service information to property owners. 22. The condominium agreement between the developer and the City contain the following clause: "The developer agrees to include a warning clause in all offers and agreements of purchase and sale that advises the prospective purchasers of nearby industry and that its operations may occasionally cause nuisance by way of noise, or dust, which may interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants." 23. The developer submit a written undertaking to Niagara Region indicating that draft approval of this condominium does not include a commitment of servicing allocation by the Regional Municipality of Niagara as this servicing allocation will be assigned at the time of registration and any pre-servicing will be at the sole risk and responsibility of the owner. 24. The developer submit a written undertaking to Niagara Region indicating that all Offers and Agreements of Purchase and Sale or Lease, which may be negotiated j prior to registration of this condominium, shall contain a clause indicating that a servicing allocation for this condominium will not be assigned until the plan is registered, and a similar clause be inserted in the condominium agreement j between the owner and the City. 25. The developer ensure that all streets and development blocks can provide an access in accordance with Niagara Region's waste collection policy and by-laws relating to the curb side collection of waste, throughout all phases. In order to satisfy this, submission of an updated plan to address the deficiencies (i.e. showing the truck turning movements for reduced curb radii and showing the j locations of the pads to ensure that the standards for Regional collection are met) is required. If the condominium plan is to be phased, Regional staff will be 10 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 required to approve the temporary turnarounds required to facilitate waste collection and emergency access. 26. The condominium agreement between the developer and the City of Niagara Falls contain provisions whereby the developer and/or subsequent owner agrees to comply with the Niagara Region's waste collection policy, and enter into an Indemnity Agreement with the Region prior to commencement of waste collection on private property. If Regional waste collection requirements are not met as outlined in the previous condition, a warning clause to advise potential purchasers that private waste collection will be required at the cost of the condominium corporation will be required at the cost of the condominium corporation will be required to be included in the condominium agreement instead. N otes: 1. Prior to granting final plan approval, the City must be in receipt of written confirmation that the requirements of each condition have been met and all fees have been paid to the satisfaction of the Niagara Region. 2. Prior to final approval for registration, a copy of the draft condominium agreement for the proposed development should be submitted to the Niagara Region for verification that the appropriate clauses pertaining to any of these conditions have been included. A copy of the executed agreement shall be provided prior to registration. 3. As required as part of the aforementioned Conditions of Approval, the format for all studies and reports to be submitted to the Niagara Region shall be one hard copy and a PDF digital copy. 27. The developer submit to the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) for review and approval, detailed grading, storm servicing, and construction sediment control plans. 28. That condition 27 above be incorporated into the condominium agreement between the developer and the City, to the satisfaction of the NPCA. The City shall circulate the draft condominium agreement to the NPCA for its review and approval. 29. Prior to final approval, the developer shall make arrangements satisfactory to Hydro One Networks Inc. (HONI) for lot grading and drainage. Two copies of the lot grading and drainage plans (true scale), showing existing and proposed final grades, shall be submitted to HONI for review and approval. 30. At the developer's expense, temporary fencing shall be installed along the edge of the transmission corridor prior to the start of construction and permanent 1.5 metre fencing shall be installed along the mutual property line after construction is completed. 11 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 31. The developer agrees that HONI transmission corridor shall not be used without express written permission of HONI on the behalf of Ontario Infrastructure & Lands Corporation (OILC). During construction there shall be no storage of materials or mounding of earth, snow or other debris on the transmission corridor. The developer shall be responsible for restoration of any damage to the transmission corridor or HONI facilities thereon resulting from construction of the condominium. 32. The costs of any relocations or revisions to HONI facilities that are necessary to accommodate the proposed condominium be borne by the developer. 33. The following warning clause be added to the condominium agreement: "The transmission lines abutting this condominium operate at 500,000, 230,000 or 115,000 volts. Section 188 — Proximity — of the Regulations for Construction Projects in the Occupational Health and Safety Act, require that no object be brought closer than 6 metres (20 feet) to an energized 500 kV conductor. The distance for 230 kV conductors is 4.5 metres (15 feet), and for 115 kV conductors it is 3 metres (10 feet). It is the proponent's responsibility to be aware, and to make all personnel on site aware, that all equipment and personnel must come no closer than the distance specified in the Act. They should also be aware that the conductors can raise and lower without warning, depending on the electrical demand placed on the line. 34. That the developer acknowledge conditions 29 to 33 inclusive above should in no way be construed as permission for or an endorsement of proposed location(s) for any road crossing(s) contemplated for the proposed development. This permission may be specifically granted by OILC under separate agreement(s). Proposals for any secondary land use include road crossings on the transmission corridor are processed through the Provincial Secondary Land Use Program (PSLUP). HONI will review detailed engineering plans for such proposals separately, in order to obtain final approval. Should approval for a road crossing be granted, the developer shall then make arrangements satisfactory to OILC/HONI for the dedication and transfer of the proposed road allowance directly to the City of Niagara Falls. Access to, and road construction on the HONI transmission corridor is not to occur until the legal transfer(s) of lands or interests are completed. Clearance of Conditions Prior to granting approval to the final plan, Planning, Building & Development requires written notice from applicable City Divisions and the following agencies indicating that their respective conditions have been satisfied: Planning Division for Conditions 1 to 3 (inclusive) - Legal Services for Conditions 4 and 5 12 PBD-2017-24 July 11, 2017 Parks Design for Condition 6 Municipal Works Department for Conditions 7 to 13 (inclusive) Fire Services for Conditions 14 to 16 (inclusive) Bell Canada for Condition 17 Enbridge Gas for Condition 18 Canada Post for Conditions 19 to 21 (inclusive) Regional Niagara Public Works Department for Conditions 22 to 26 (inclusive) Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority for Conditions 27, 28 Hydro One Networks Inc. for Conditions 29 to 34 (inclusive) PBD-2017-26 Niagara, Is July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2017-26 Official Plan Amendment No. 118 Grand Niagara Secondary Plan RECOMMENDATION That Council receive this report for the purpose of: 1. accepting input made at the mandatory Public Meeting; and 2. staff continuing with its review and bringing the Secondary Plan back to Council for a decision at a later date. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Grand Niagara Secondary Plan Area is approximately 330ha in area �a and extends south of the Welland River to Biggar Road and from the QEW west to Grand Niagara Drive (formerly Crowland Avenue). 1 2 --r1YP IaVY N �. Official Plan Amendment No. 118, the Grand Niagara Secondary Plan, is a proposed amendment to the Official Plan that will provide a detailed set of policies to guide, primarily, the p redevelopment of the existing golf course lands into a residential f neighbourhood. urhood. It will also provide policy direction for the future development l � � of the urban lands adjacent to the golf course resulting in a complete community of residential, commercial, institutional and employment uses. At build-out the Plan Area will have a population of approximately 3,800 to 4,600 people and generate approximately 3,800 jobs. The Residential and Mixed Use areas will provide between 1,460 and 1,900 dwelling units. 2 PBD-2017-26 July 11, 2017 The review of the draft Secondary Plan by City staff and agencies is proceeding. The statutory public meeting is being held to receive public comments which will be considered by staff in this review. The secondary plan will be brought back to Council at a future date to be considered for adoption. BACKGROUND Rand Investments (Rand) began consultation with Secondary Plan Process City staff and agencies in 2015 on the process of developing a secondary plan for the area referred to as the Grand Niagara Secondary Plan Area. Rand Initiation are the owners of the existing Grand Niagara golf Meet to discuss the project, course and associated lands and propose to studies required, public consultation program redevelop the golf course lands. The Secondary Plan Area is approximately 330ha in area (see above for location map). The Plan Area includes vacant lands, several existing uses (residential, ES Fox, Minacs, for Open House#1 (December, 2015) example) as well as the lands for the proposed South Introduces public to the project, the process. Niagara Hospital. It should be noted that while the Receive initial public hospital lands are included in the Plan Area, the comments. planning for the hospital is following its own provincially-lead planning process. The golf course lands are currently designated Open Preparation of background studies Space and Environmental Protection Area in the Open House#2 (June, 2016) Official Plan. Special Policy Area #69 provides Receive public comments specific policy direction for development of the golf course and associated residential and accommodation uses. Release of impact studies and draft The Plan Area is within the urban boundary; Biggar secondary plan gg Open House#3 (January, Road marks the southern extent of the urban area. In 2017) addition the lands are within the Built-up Area — as Receive public comments such the majority of the development in the Plan Area will be considered intensification and does not have to comply with the Greenfield density requirement of 53 Statutory Public Meeting residents and jobs per hectare. In addition the Plan Statutory public meeting Area is serviced through the Grassybrook Pumping before Council Station. It is because of these attributes that staff is Receive comments and able to consider a Secondary Plan at this time. continue with staff and agency review The Secondary Plan Process Secondary Plans are amendments to the Official Plan and provide a detailed set of policies and schedules Adoption of Secondary Plan that guide and direct growth, establish design criteria • Finalization of secondary plan and protect natural heritage. and bring before Council for adoption 3 PBD-2017-26 July 11, 2017 The Planning Act requires that amendments provide for at least one open house and one statutory public meeting prior to the adoption of the amendment. In the case of preparing a secondary plan there are numerous issues that have to be studied and addressed; accordingly, additional public consultation has been incorporated. The process, being followed, is outlined in the flow chart above. Public comments received to date at the open houses have primarily involved: • Natural heritage protection; • Servicing of lands on Biggar Road; Creation of an integrated open space and trail system; • Mixed use zoning for arterial road frontages; and • Distance separation from existing industry. The latter point will be expanded on later in this report. Overview of the Secondary Plan The draft Land Use Plan for the Plan Area is attached as Appendix 1. The draft Plan illustrates the following: Residential lands — the majority of the existing golf course lands will be designated for low to medium residential uses that include single and semis- detached houses as well as street, block and stacked townhouses. These lands should yield approximately 1,100 to 1,400 dwelling units. Mixed Use — located along Biggar and Montrose roads, lands under the Mixed Use designation are intended to provide opportunities for commercial and service commercial uses as well as residential in either single-use or multi-use buildings. • Natural Heritage — lands under the Natural Heritage designation include Provincially Significant wetlands, woodlands and valleylands as well as significant wildlife habitat. Buffer lands are included in this designation. Development except for conservation uses is not permitted. Employment — lands designated Employment are intended to provide a wide i range of uses including manufacturing, research facilities, laboratories and offices. • Hospital Employment Campus — includes the proposed South Niagara hospital I lands and those adjacent and is intended to provide for a mix of uses i (employment, commercial, residential) that will support the proposed hospital. I r At build-out the Plan Area will have a population of approximately 3,800 to 4,600 people and generate approximately 3,800 jobs. The Residential and Mixed Use areas will provide between 1,460 and 1,900 dwelling units. Overall the Plan Area will develop as a complete community of residential, commercial, institutional and employment uses. 4 PBD-2017-26 July 11, 2017 During the review of the proposed Secondary Plan and the associated studies two main issues have arisen. Separation from adjacent industry A land use compatibility assessment has been undertaken by Rand as part of the studies submitted to support the golf course redevelopment proposal. The purpose of the assessment was to determine if the proposed residential component would impact the operations of the existing industry. Those immediately adjacent on Montrose Road are sufficiently separated so as not to be impacted by residential development. Cytec Canada, Cytec Ares located within the northwest quadrant of n°agarajy!!? j Grand Niagara Delineation Chippawa Creek ! N Road and Garner Road, is a 5 manufacturer of - phosphine products and given this and its relative proximity to the Plan Area, has to ep be considered in �"^ • +, terms of land use compatibility. `"�•, e 6 Currently, Special a Policy Area #69 and the complementary site specific zoning - g by-law that affects the �`� 4 Grand Niagara lands ¢ prescribe an arc, 1.09km from the s ,° intersection of pqa Chippawa Creek Road and Garner a Road, within which i there can be no residential, oaa.YW accommodation or assembly uses. Special Policy Area "'Im o4l•,�, , #69 was the subject M of an appeal by Cytec to the Ontario Municipal Board (the Board). The 1.09km arc was a negotiated solution and was approved by the Board based on evidence given by Cytec's planner and the City's planner that the arc represented good planning. 5 PBD-2017-26 July 11, 2017 Subsequently, during the review and approval of the Garner South Secondary Plan a separate 2km arc was prescribed, this time from the location of the phosphine storage tanks. The 2km arc was negotiated by the City and Cytec and incorporated into the Garner South Plan. As can be seen from the above diagram, the 2km arc, when extended south, impacts the Grand Niagara lands however to a lesser extent than the 1.09km are. It is the position of Rand that the 2km arc be utilized in this instance as it represents a more recent assessment of the separation distance and has been applied to Garner South, which is currently under development. At the time of the writing of this report Cytec had not provided formal comments; however its planning consultant has advised that Cytec's position is that the 1.09km arc should be maintained and there should be no residential, accommodation or assembly uses permitted within this arc. Given the opposing position of the parties, it is staff's opinion that, at this time, the area between the two arcs be deferred and that the remainder of the Plan Area proceeds through final review towards adoption. This will allow more time to negotiate a solution between the parties and also allow for the vast majority of the Plan Area to develop. Natural Heritage The Natural Heritage System is illustrated on the draft Land Use Plan (Appendix 1). As noted above, it is comprised of a number of features: Provincially significant wetlands Significant woodlands Significant valleylands Significant wildlife habitat Areas of natural and scientific interest (ANSI's) Hazard lands Other natural features Enhancement/restoration features Through the proposed redevelopment of the golf course lands, a limited amount of non- significant natural heritage features will be removed. This is shown on Appendix 2. However, the loss of these features will be compensated through the establishment of man-made features and the restoration of existing natural features. The compensation measures, shown in Appendix 3, provide a greater than 1:1 removal to replacement ratio and are on lands that are owned by Rand and are in the same sub-watershed as the lands where removal will take place. Notably, the preservation of the existing features together with the restoration activities will result in: The maintenance, restoration and enhancement of ecological features and functions of the Natural Heritage System; Improve landscape connectivity and forest/wetland patch size; Create interior forest habitat >100m from forest edges; and 6 PBD-2017-26 July 11, 2017 • Improve habitats from species of conservation concern. The restoration works will be guaranteed through an agreement with Rand. The agreement will contain the details such as specific location of the man-made features, timing of the restoration works in relation to vegetation removal and development, plant species and performance measures of the works. A Letter of Credit will also be provided by Rand for the works. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE At this juncture, the proposed Secondary Plan is under final review by staff and agencies. However, based on the review to date, staff is supportive of the proposed Plan as it represents a detailed policy framework that will guide the development of the Plan Area over the next 10 to 20 years. Development of the Secondary Plan Area will contribute to the provision of long term growth. Natural heritage will be protected and enhanced resulting in an overall improvement of the ecological health of the Natural Heritage System. Staff and the agencies will complete the review of the secondary plan taking into consideration of the comments received at the public meeting and bring the amendment to Council for adoption likely in the fall of this year. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial/staffing/legal implications with this report. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The Grand Niagara Secondary Plan contributes to Council's commitments to a well- planned city and economic prosperity. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ➢ Appendix 1 — Draft Land Use Plan ➢ Appendix 2 —Vegetation Retention and Re oval Plan ➢ Appendix 3 — Ecological Restoration Opp _unities Plan Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Dirbctor of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer J.Barnsley:jb Attach, S:\PDR\2017\P13D-2017-26,OPA#118, Grand Niagara Secondary Plan.docx 7 PBD-2017-26 July 11, 2017 APPENDIX 1 ag eye IV E=S N c p LL v o = � OD 60 (Q z Z z <` t 4 a E � //��CCy C E n o r cJ c = 5 u p a LL! 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Most significantly, it impacts a number of species at risk,These include the Monarch Butterfly,the Eastern Wood Pewee, the Wood Thrush, and rare Odantes, (damsel files and dragonflies). Forests here also provide habitat to a number of seriously declining species in Ontario, such as the Western Chorus Frog, The°forests that in the 1970s were still part of the vast Niagara Falls industrialparkare a treasure house of bio-diversity, it of urgent national importance that they be protected,buffered and expanded.The Grand Niagara'Secondary Plan offers a great opportunity to:do this.This is in keeping with policies of the Niagara Region and City of Niagara Falls official plans to expand Environmental Protection Areas (EPAs) through the more detailed information provided by an Environmental Impact Study.,(EIS) 2. EcologCal Baseline Study Provided Good Basis For Protecting Grand Niagara Ecology Thefinal revised version of the Ecological Baseline Study 20 released in May 2016, provided a good preliminary basis for an ecological enhancement strategy for Grand Niagara.The highlight of this approach is Figure 10, the Preliminary Natural Heritage Map. The dark shading on this map indicates Significant Wildlife Habitat. Its conclusions, had they been adopted, would have been an excellent core strategy to protect threatened species diversity. 3. Baseline Recommendations Later Compromised Unfortunately,the sound "Preliminary" strategy of May 2016 would be compromised on January 17, 2017 (at a public open house). This was when map of the Draft Natural Heritage Strategy was unveiled.The major difference between the two strategies is that-areas of Significant Woodlands, designated as Environmental Conservation Areas (ECAs) in the region's and city' s official plans,were omitted from the proposed protected area. i I ECEIV JUN 272017 E 4 PLAN N:iN Ca 8, DEVELOPMENT The open house was attended by myself and about twenty other concerned area residents and environmentalists. At this event there was no explanation offered for the omission of significant woodlands from the protected area. The reasons however, appeared in the release of the EIS the following month. Although I and others had signed in and requested to be kept in touch regarding future studies nobody received notice of the EIS. The EIS endorsed development on 11.4 hectares of ECA land, which the baseline study had concluded was Significant Wildlife Habitat. (p.33)Among the species negatively impacted by the reduction was the Wood Thrush. This is a Species At Risk,which requires large intact blocks of forest. It has a documented nesting site in the area that the EIS justifies deforestation. 4. EIS Justifies Compromises Based on Offsetting The EIS essentially justified the destruction of 11.4 hectares of Significant Wildlife Habitat on the basis of offsetting. It proposes to create a swamp forest and marsh near the corner of Crowland Avenue and Biggar Road. Since none of the 11.4 hectares are Provincially Significant Wetlands (PSW) the offsetting proposal may be considered under Ontario law. However,the law requires at this stage of the development process that the adjacent non-provincially significant wetlands to be at first re-assessed.This has not happened. Some 4.3 hectares of this wetland area threatened by destruction are adjacent and should be re- assessed. 5. Peer Review of Thundering Waters EIS Reveals Need to Expand Protected Wetlands in Grand Niagara Secondary Plan It is unfortunate that the findings of the peer review of the draft EIS of Thundering Waters regarding wetland complexing were not considered for the Grand Niagara Project.This study by Leah Lefler an Ecologist with North South Environmental was completed on July 15, 2016. Lefler pointed out how EIS studies should reassess non-PSW wetlands on the site of proposed development, Lefler found that"Non-PSW wetlands that are contiguous with a PSW wetland unit should be evaluated using the Ontario Wetland Evaluation System [OWES] to determine if they should be complexed as part of the Niagara Falls Slough Forest Wetland Complex PSW. Furthermore, wetlands that are regulated by NPCA and are larger than 2.0 ha in size should be identified and classified as Environmental Protection Area (EPA), per City of Niagara Falls Official Plan policy 11.2,13. Based on the current policy framework in the City of Niagara Falls,development is generally not permitted within land designated as EPA." The 4.3 hectares of non-PSW wetlands that are adjacent to the protected wetlands in Grand Niagara should be evaluated using OWES methodology to see if they are part of a Provincially Significant Wetland complex.The failure of the EIS to recommend this shows why this study needs to be subjected to an independent peer review. Lefler's comment were accepted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, (MNRF)As a result the protected wetland area in Thundering Waters was expanded in late 2016 following on site investigations The fact that the Baseline study found that the 4.3 hectares of contiguous non-PSW wetlands were significant wildlife habitat is good evidence of why it should be now re-evaluated. On page 36 it is indicated that these areas support "Woodland amphibian breeding habitat,"Such species include the Western Chorus Frog and the Gray Tree Frog.The EIS on page 30 notes that, "South of Grassy Brook Road the large PSW units and railway PSW units may serve as a movement corridor" for such amphibians. It is in forests and wetlands in contiguous with this area that much of the significant wildlife habitat proposed for removal and offsetting exists. 6. Dry Forest Significant Wildlife Habitat Should Also Be Protected The 7.1 hectares of dry forest should through a revised EIS be made part of the protected EPA designation of the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan. It has been identified through the Baseline Study as Significant Wildlife Habitat. The claims that the ecological functions of this area made in the draft EIS can be accomplished through offsetting are absurd. How can it for example be demonstrated that in twenty years after a mature canopy forest is actually established through offsetting, that Wood Thrush nesting will take place? Some of this area characterized by tall beech, oak and hickory trees, exhibits old growth characteristics. This cannot be replicated through offsetting. It is also inappropriate that the 7.1 hectares are not mapped clearly in the EIS. They are identifiable only through an comparison of the concept plans with the current proposed natural heritage system and the earlier bigger area suggested for protection in the Baseline report. 7. Buffers are Inadequate The Peer Review of the Thundering Waters proposal also illustrates why the proposed 10 meter buffer for the areas of Significant Woodlands which are proposed to be retained as protected EPA are not adequate. Lefler stresses that, In our opinion a 30m buffer is necessary where woodlands or treed wetlands become surrounded by development in order to mitigate the increased stresses associated with urban land uses, particularly residential development.One of the reasons such buffers are needed is to discourage the "dumping of yard waste." 8. Road Network Should Be Re-Designed and Provincially Significant Wetland Should Be Connected to Weiland River One of the most ecologically significant features of the Grand Niagara Secondary Plan area is a protected PSW on the north side of Grassy Brook Road. Contrary however,to the principles of MNRF's Natural Heritage Guidelines,which stress the need for connectivity of natural habitats, this important swamp forest is proposed to be surrounded by urban development. The hedge row to the north of the PSW feature should be given EPA protective designation.This designation should also be extended to the Welland River in a connecting corridor. Although this will truncate a proposed road, it should become divided through this protective feature. Dividing the road will slow traffic, important as a safety measure for both people and wildlife. Grassy Brook Road should also be divided south of the PSW. Doing so would connect the PSW to an old growth forest. One of the problems with the failure to make the 11.4 hectares of Significant Wildlife Habitat as EPA is that it will encourage in itself more habitat fragmentation by roads. Restoring the protection sought in the Baseline Study and connecting the Grassy Brook Road PSW to a north south corridor through the Secondary Plan area are important measures to protect bio-diversity from the stresses of urbanization. This will be corrective of the problems of wildlife mortality, which was well documented by Lefler in her peer review of Thundering Waters.She indicated that amphibian mortality in a comparable situation in Ontario resulted in death tolls of around 700 amphibians annually. 9. Modest Changes Will Make Better Development The changes in this brief amount to three simple and modest measures.One is expansion of EPA protections by around 10 per cent.This EPA expansion is based on the original recommendations of the Baseline Report and a connecting corridor to prevent the isolation of a PSW.. The other is the establishment of 30 meter buffers for forests and streams as well as PSWs. Another are two divisions of roads to protect wildlife movement. It is to be hoped in the interest of all parties that buffering, changes to the road system and an expansion of the protected area will be agreed to quickly. Failure to do so may result in protracted peer review,wetland re-evaluation and possible ultimate provincial arbitration. Hopefully the vision will be seized upon quickly to protect large habitat blocks to safeguard species diversity. June 24", 2017 5701 MacPherson Cres Niagara Falls, ON L2J1 Z9 Director of Planning, Building and Development 4310 Queen St Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Regarding Grand Niagara Secondary Plan Thank you for sending a copy of the Grand Niagara Secondary Plan which I had requested through the Park in the City Committee. My comments below are in regard to natural heritage and active transportation. I was pleased to see that the secondary plan addresses both of these issues, and my comments are meant as suggestions to perhaps improve the quality of the overall plan. With climate change an ever-more serious concern,we need to be increasingly vigilant in the manner in which we build. I have walked the entire Greater Niagara Circle Route and bicycled sections of it. It provides a wonderful 150 km loop through Niagara Region. However a formal link between the Port Robinson ferry over the Welland Canal and Niagara Falls would enhance the route and make it more practical for a one day bicycle trip. I was pleased to see that the Secondary Plan includes a proposed multi-use trail between Montrose Rd and Crowland Ave as well as a proposed bicycle network. I am wondering about the multi-use trail at the eastern end along Grassy Brook Rd and want to confirm it is an actual trail, distinct from the road.Appendix VIII-C of the Plan shows the trail on the south side of the road, which would require crossing the road when the trail turns right(north). I am wondering whether the multi- use trail might be better placed on the north side of the road in order to avoid the road crossing. A few year's ago when I owned a canoe, I found it difficult to find public space to launch my canoe into the Welland River. There is an opportunity here to make this possible along this stretch of river which is ideal for canoeing. The water here is not as fast-flowing as it is downstream of the hydro canal.A park is proposed near the western end of Grassy Brook Rd,near Crowland Ave which could include a small launch for non-motorized watercraft. It is good to see that natural heritage features such as river and steam edges and forests are being protected. However to properly protect these features requires appropriate setbacks as well as fencing to avoid residential encroachments into the natural areas. I believe it is now city policy to fence natural areas from residential areas to avoid the encroachments that have occurred in other developments in the city. Hopefully these will be adhered to. It is also good to see the additional tail network which will link schools, parks and the new hospital site, Hopefully these can be built as part of the initial infrastructure before houses are built, since it is sometimes more challenging to build these features after the fact. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this plan. Sincerely, // RECEI VEED FrankFohr ��_i044 JUN 2 9 20'7 resident member of the Park in the Cit Committee Niagara Falls srden and -member Y PLANNING & D.EVELOPMENT / CD-2017-03 Niagara�alls July 11, 2017 AN REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Clerks Department SUBJECT: CD-2017-03 Update on Licenced Charitable Bingo Operations RECOMMENDATION 1. That Niagara Falls City Council receives report CD-2017-03, Update on Permited Charitable Bingo Operations, for information. 2. In addition to the ACCO eligibility criteria, that Council endorse preference to Niagara Falls based groups when allocating bingo permits. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This annual report is being presented to council to highlight the benefits of Bingo in our community as well as providing information on the various charitable groups involved with bingo operations. Staff is currently carrying out a compliance audit of all organizations receiving bingo proceeds. All groups must be compliant with mandated regulations defined by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission (AGCO). BACKGROUND Municipalities have the authority to issue licences for most events including Bingo Events, Raffles, Break Open Ticket Events and Media Bingo Events. The municipality's responsibility is to administer lottery licencing in the municipality, report any information required by the registrar, enforce licencing policies, ensure the licensees comply with the terms and conditions of the licences (including reporting) and investigate any breaches of the terms and conditions. The Lottery Licensing Coordinator determines if and organization is eligible to raise funds through a lottery licensing scheme in Ontario, issue and administer licences, ensure the licences meet the requirements of the Criminal Code, Order in Council and the terms and conditions of their licence. In accordance with Section 17 of Order in Council 1413/08, the maximum fees that may be charged for the issuance of a licence or authorization are prescribed by the Registrar. The City of Niagara Falls currently charges the maximum of 3% of the prize board for Bingo Events, Break Open Tickets and Raffles. i 2 CD-2017-03 July 11, 2017 This report focuses on the eligibility requirements that groups in the City of Niagara Falls must follow for Bingo events. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE For over 30 years, bingo operations in The City of Niagara Falls has helped countless charitable organizations better their programs and services through the charitable proceeds. There is an extensive eligibility process that an organization must go through before the Municipality deems them eligible. An organization must have a charitable mandate as defined by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), that falls within one of the four classifications of charitability: a) The relief of poverty b) The advancement of education c) The advancement of religion d) Other charitable purposes beneficial to the community; such as - The promotion of arts and cultural activities - Cultural, ethnic, native, historic or heritage pursuits; - The improvement of the quality of health through medical research; - Treatment programs and preventative programs - Youth sporting activities; and - Community projects undertaken by service organizations Once it has been established that an organization has a charitable mandate it must also meet other criteria as outlined by the AGCO, including: - It must provide a charitable benefit to the residents of Ontario - Benefit the public at large and not a private group - Does not restrict access to its benefits - Its income is not paid to or used for the personal benefit of its members, its members' relatives or anyone who is not at arm's length from the organization, - Projects with a charitable purpose or object are one of its main aims and normal activities. Through the years we have seen many charities come and go due to organizations withdrawing or mandates changing and no longer carrying out charitable activities. Currently we have 93 organizations that hold a bingo permit here in the City of Niagara Falls. 3 CD-2017-03 July 11, 2017 Clerks staff have been working with these charity groups to reassess their eligibility requirements, particularly with their scheduled Bingo events. Recently all groups have received a letter from the Lottery Licensing Coordinator to inform them that an audit was underway and that groups who do not meet the eligibility criteria may no longer receive a bingo permit. As part of this report, attached as Appendix 1, is a full list of the current charity groups that are permitted to conduct bingo events, the number of bingo sessions they attend, the funds raised last year, as well as the projections for 2017/18. There is an extensive history outlining why some groups have been assigned more bingo sessions than others. Mainly, those groups that have been in existence for longer periods, some dating back to when the City had 4 operating Bingo Halls, have a full allotment of 36 bingo sessions per year. As some groups dissolve or simply back out of their sessions, some new groups that may be on a wait list become licenced or existing groups take on additional sessions. We have had some cases of out of town groups that still offer charitable benefits to the Niagara Region, added to the list however, when a local group is on a wait list, they take priority over out of town groups. Each group and each allotment of sessions represent countless moments in time where the ever- evolving distribution of sessions have been decided on. Each with a particular set of circumstances that staff deal with. Going forward staff may be revisiting the process by which bingo sessions will be distributed based on the groups submitting to the City their budgets for the year. During this past year, Clerks staff have begun a more comprehensive review of each group's eligibility based on the AGCO's guidelines listed earlier in this report. The eligibility is not only to obtain their bingo permit but also in how they are spending their eligible proceeds. As time progresses, some groups that have been obtained permits for a number of years, will still be subject to a review and their previous years of eligibility don't automatically carry over from year to year. A group that has no charitable purpose for example may not be eligible to receive a bingo permit even though they donate all of their bingo proceeds to other eligible charities. Some of the groups that current) hold a Bingo permit have their office based out of S 9 9 p Y Niagara Falls but offer services to Niagara Falls residents. They may have a satellite offer a service that no other Niagara Falls s running in Niagara Falls or off office or ro ram 9 � programs 9 g groups offer. For any groups that staff feel would not be Niagara Falls based, they will j be capped at a lower amount of bingo sessions. Staff will be reporting back on an annual basis to update Council on the permitted charitable bingo operations as well as other licensed operations such as the sale of Nevada tickets and raffle lottery licences. In the meantime, staff will continue to investigate best practices for all permit based and licenced charitable operations. t t i i 4 CD-2017-03 July 11, 2017 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Bingo events here in Niagara Falls have generated over $877,000 in the past year for charities in the Niagara Region that often lack funding to run programs and services that impact the members of our community. The City of Niagara Falls collects 3% of the Adjusted Net Gaming Win, and from April 2016 — March 2017 this generated $114,151.85 revenue for the City. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Charitable gaming events provide economic stability and continued financial viability to the local bingo industry. In turn, charitable organizations continue to be able to raise monies through bingo. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Appendix 1 — List of Bingo Charitable Organizations Recommended by: Bill Matson, Acting City Clerk Respectfully submitted: JJ-JAJ� Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer APPENDIX 1 — List of Bingo Charitable Organizations BINGO SESSIONS Funds raised with Bingo 2016-2017 Projected 2017- 2018 income based on $500 share Mandate _ Executive # GROUP NAME CADETS 18 • $9,333.88 $9,000.00 The aim of this organization is to raise funds for, and to support 2835 • Royal Canadian Artillery Cadet Corps Chairman - Chris Bateman Vice Chair - Larry MacKinnon Treasurer - Wendy Greco Secretary N ancytJy ohnson-Manels -- 30 2835 ROYAL CDN ARMY 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 - To initiate, facilitate and coordinate safe gymnastic activities at a non- prohibitive cost to all. C- Treasurer - Stacy Duerden Secretary - Lisa Benard ing i tor - ie White mingntoorde Shantz 62 ACROCATS GYMNASTICS OF NIAGARA . 18 - $9,333.88 _ $9,000.00 to provide information about Alzheimers Disease to the public to to provide guidance and assistance to the families having members afflicted with Alzheimer Disease and related disorders. G ers Vice President - Darrell Neufeld Treasurer - Heather Willems Secrary - CathyMiller 8 ALZHEIMER SOCIETY SISTERS OF NIAGARA 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 commit to Canada's young people that we will be leaders in providing them with the highest quality, volunteer based mentoring programs. Secret Jodi hy Vice President - Frank Ruberto Treasurer - Melissa Fraone Secretary - Catharine Gray 55 BIG BROTHERS/BIG GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA 36 $17,299.84 $18,000.00 Committed to assisting children and youth to reach their own potential, based on the Club's core values, and its ability to create opportunities in an encouraging, fun safe environment President - Margaret Pirosko Vice President HR - Anne Hepplewite - Executive Director -Joanne Turner 29 BOYS AND ASSOCIATION 13 $4,438.59 $6,500.00 To foster measures to promote quality care, education, research and prevention of head injury President - Dr Sherrie Bieman-Copland Treasurer -Anthony Finucci Secretary - Art Weaver 31 BRAIN INJURY 18 $9,333.88 $9,000.00 To promote and support amateur hockey in the niagara region . President - Fred Sacco Executive Director- Bill Leskiw Treasurer - Buddy Lowe 77 C.A.A.A. CORPS UNIT 104 16 $8,248.25 $8,000.00 To establish and maintain and conduct a club for the accomodation, convenience and recreation of war vetrans and their friends President - Les Jarvis 1st Vice President- Bill Stevens 2nd Vice President - Harold Maclauria 3rd Vice President- Larry Thomas 52 CANADIAN 83 CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH NIAGARA 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 To improve the treatment and rehabilitation services for the mentally iII President - Stuart Dorricott Vice President - Jennifer Fisk Treasurer - Karla Gilmore Admin Coordinator - Margaret Rankin 91 CHERRYWOOD ACRES SCHOOL 13 $5,174.45 $6,500.00 To focus on literacy and numeracy achievement and creating an envoronment where we are working together on our goal of success for every student. Chair - Paula Rogers Principal - Sally Cocco Treasurer - Shelly Mousseau Secretary -Joanne Krick 2 CHIPPAWA LIONS CLUB 36 $17,002.28 $18,000.00 To take an active interest in the civic commercial social and moral _ welfare of the community President - Scott Langford Vice President - David JJ Fast Treasurer- Rick Smith Secretary - Greg Sims 61 CHIPPAWA VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER: 18 $8,626.60 $9,000.00 a social association of volunteer firefighters. Fundriasing for minor sports, scholarships and community projects. President - Tim Koabel Vice President - Ray Anderson Treasurer - Ken Prohaszka 7 CITY BOXING 20 $11,421.24 $10,000.00 to train high risk youths & to deal with these youths in such a way that is beneficial to the community President - Sherry Boone Vice President - Brodie Boone Legal - Brandon Boone Director - Marylou Berman 35 CLUB ITALIA 26 $13,541.12 $13,000.00 To encourage the dissemination of Italian culture in Canada President- Felix Pingue Vice President - Sal Florio Secretary - Tony Rosati 24 CLUB RICHELIEU 13 $5,873.02 $6,500.00 aims to help individuals and organizations in the Froncophone - community President - Michel Cayouette Vice President- Manon Otis Treasurer - Harold Lavoie Secretary -Suzanne Coutu 58 CRIME STOPPERS OF NIAGARA _ 12 $5,104.97 $6,000.00 To promote community welfare and lessen the burdens of government on the citizens of Niagara, by assisting law emforcement agencies in the apprehension and conviction of criminals through making funds available for use in offering rewards Chair - Ernie Slbbett Vice Chair -Sandie Bellows Treasurer - Barry Diamond Secretary -Ashley Anderson 64 CYSTIC FIBROSIS 24 $12,274.58 $12,000.00 To aid those afflicted with sytic fibrosis President - Gary Donovan Vice President - Nancy Clayton Treasurer -Joanne Dubas Secretary - Colleen McIntyre 71 DAVID GREGORY 21 $11,739.27 $10,500.00 encouraging education and advocacy for families affected by kidney disease, scholarshops for higher education and acquisition of essential medical support and equipment, through sustained fund raising nad public contributions. President - Michelle MacKinnon Vice President - David MacKinnon Treasurer - Peter Kotsilidis . Secretary- Mike Sharpe 92 ECOLE LAMARSH 13 $5,778.43 $6,500.00 To offer a trench education from junior kindergarten to grade 8. President - Genevieve Lallier Vice President - Corinna Ward Treasurer - Paul McBride 36 EPILEPSY NIAGARA 20 $10,290.86 $10,000.00 Dedicated to improving the quality of life for those living with, and affected by epilepsy. President - Mike Silkstone Treasurer - Sarah Flonders Secretary - Amber Wilson 23 FALLSVIEW HOSE BRIGADE 36 $8,895.31 $18,000.00 to volunteer time time and effort in support of the Community at large. In doing so it is our purpose to aid Minor Sports, Health Organizations and Individuals within our Community President - Adam Murphy Vice President - Dale Romanuk Treasurer - Brian Brooks Secretary- Rick Oswald 16 FATHER HENNEPIN 13 $6,327.76 $6,500.00 Shall create a forum for fellowship and fraternalism among the teachers, parents and those persons who are interested in Catholic Education and in particular the Father Hennepin Community Principal - Amanda Cybula Chair - Vilma Gilmer Treasurer- Christina Winny 15 FREE LANCERS PARENT AUXILIARY 13 $4,753.10 $6,500.00 assisting, supporting and co-operating with the Commanding Officer of 126 Swuadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets, their successors or assigns, where required, to promote, organiza, co-ordinate, carry out and conduct the activities of 126 Squadron Royal Canadian Air Cadets, 26 G.N.B.A. 17 $8,416.48 $8,500.00 To foster and improve the game of baseball for minor age groups in the City of Niagara Falls President - Vito Scaringi Vice President - Bob Pysher Treasurer - Dino Pozzobon Secretary- Joe D'Abramo 25 GREEK CANADIAN COMM. ASSOC. 18 $9,260.50 $9,000.00 To advance the knowledge, appreciation and awareness of Greek culture, language, history, traditions and arts on the part of the Canadian public in general and the citizens of Niagara Falls Ontario in particular. President - Jeana Dicomenico Treasurer - Jeana Didomenico Secretary- Clara Georgalis 78 HEART NIAGARA 18 $7,994.85 $9,000.00 To introduce and carry on a community coronary care programme within the Regional Municipality of Niagara Executive Director - Karen Stearne Chair - Sheila Hosking Treasurer - Mary Catherine Lindberg 87 JAMES MORDEN SCHOOL 19 $8,858.49 $9,500.00 To provide innovative programs to address the needs of all our students, and our students participate in experiences and opportunities that encourage the development of excellence, integrity and respect. Principal - Sheila Welsh Vice Principal - Kate Fish Secretary- C. Weibe 5 JOHN HOWARD SOCIETY 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 to asist those who have been, are or who are at significant risk to come into conflict with the law, by providing services, coundselling and other assistnace to such individuals on a non-profit basis President - Tracy Sacco Vice President - Ron Cuthbert Treasurer - Greg Mcdonald Secretary -Jay Gemmell 70 KIDS KASTLE CO-OP NURSERY SCHOO 13 $6,447.57 $6,500.00 . to maintain a co-operative non-profit school, To provide a well supervised program to enrich the chil's pre-school years President - Christine Snads-Vizzari Vice President - Shannon Condle Treasurer-Jennifer McLaughlin 59 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 36 $17,715.71 $18,000.00 strive to help the unfortunate in this community and around the globe Grand Knight - Gerry Sheehan Deputy Grand Knight- Stan Steves Treasurer- Jim Citringo Secretary- Garry Tappay 41 LEARNING DISABILITIES OF NIAGARA 18 $8,263.75 $9,000.00 To assist learning disabled persons and their fmailies in meeting their expressed needs by providing support, guidance and resource information, the opportunity for the sharing of information and common President - Dawn Lagesten Director - Steve Kamay Secretary-Jayne Morrish 86 LIGHTNING GYMNASTICS 15 $6,612.94 $7,500.00 To initiate, facilitate and coordinate safe gymnastic activities at a non- prohibitive cost to all and to meet the recreational and competitive needs of the membership President - JoAnne McCulligh Volunteer Coordinator - Nancy Theriault Treasurer - Lynn Schmidt Secretary- Suzie Game 32 MARY WARD SCHOOL 13 $6,327.76 $6,500.00 Through the charisms of faith, social justice, support and leadershop, nurtures an enriching Catholic learning community for all to reach their . full potential and become living witnesses of Christ. To stimulate and support research on Multiple Sclerosis (and allied disease) and create a fund therefor by public and private contributions President-Amanda Leon Principal - Joseph Tournabuono Treasurer - Robyn Pearson 82 MS SOCIETY 13 $5,442.59 $6,500.00 Chair - Sharon Mills Secretary - Maryke Durrant Member at Large - Kim Latour 39 N.F. VOLUNTEER FIRE STATION #6 16 $8,416.48 $8,000.00 designed to solicit and raise moneys to be disrtibuted to organizations and groups of people in accordance with our Association's constitution as deemed appropriate by the Association Membership. President - Phil Roberto Vice President - Jim McKenney Treasurer - Don McCauley 43 N.P.C.H.C.S.C. 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 to preserve the Hungarian languare, culture, customs and traditions, and to further debelop them by means of passing them on to the young people of all ethnic backgrounds/to create facilities for sports and to President -John Szoke Treasurer - Simon Csoli Secretary- Paul Kovacs 67 NATIVITY OF THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD 17 $9,126.55 $8,500.00 A Roman Catholic Parish Chair - John Burtniak Vice Chair - Walter Wasyluk Treasurer- Doreen Wasyluk 27 NAVY LEAGUE OF NIAGARA 36 $18,859.38 $18,000.00 To promote, organise, sponsor, support and encourage the education and training of the youth of the country through Cadet movbements and other youth groups with a maritime orientaiton, and through the provision of recreational opportunities and training to promote the President - Mike Powell Treasurer - Lezlie Leduc Secretary - Shane Matthews 20 NIAG. FALLS LABOUR CHAR. FDN 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 To receive and maintain a fund or funds and apply from time to time all or part thereof and the income therefrom for charitable purposes President - Kim Craitor Vice President - Al Greatrix Treasurer - Tary Norton Secretary - Tary Norton 63 NIAGARA FALLS ART GALLERY 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 To promote and exhibit works of art for the benefit of the people of the City of Niagara Falls and Surrounding areas President- Barbara Buetter Vice President - John Burtniak Treasurer - Jill Hampson Secretary - Karen Sawada-Crown 76 NIAGARA FALLS BOXING CLUB 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 To promote amateur boxing and general fitness in our community President - Colleen Gallen Head Coach - Ron Gallen Exec Member - Stephanie VanZandwyk Exec Member - Rhonda Saylor 90 NIAGARA FALLS HUMANE SOCIE I I Y 19 $8,467.99 $9,500.00 To prevent cruelty to and to encourage consideration for animlas by encouraging and assisting in the enforcement of all laws; conduct a wider spay -neuter program as a permanent solution to community concerns about the proliferation of unwanted animals. President - Kathleen Mann Vice President -Jill Anderson Treasurer - Matt Grenville 79 NIAGARA FALLS MINOR HOCKEY 18 $9,333.88 $9,000.00 To organize, develop, and promote minor ice hockey for the youth of the City of Niagara Falls in the Province of Ontario President- Butch Sacco Vice President - Vito Scaringi Treasurer - Nancy Kuusela Secretary - Marion Miller 89 NIAGARA FALLS RINGETTE 13 $5,294.55 $6,500.00 To foster, encourage and improve all organized amateur Ringette within the area under its jurisdiction President - Tony Royston Treasurer - Sherri Smith Secretary - Karin Smith 10 NIAGARA FALLS ROWING CLUB 10 NEW $5,000.00 To bring the opportunity for health, wellness and physical activity to the community. President - Anthony Arcuri Vice President - Wernher Verbracken Treasurer - Mike Duerden Secretary -Joanne Santini 75 NIAGARA FALLS SKATING ACADEMY 22 $11,444.36 $11,000.00 . To encourage the instrucion, practice, enjoyment and advancement of its members in all aspects of skatin in accordance with the Rules and policies of Skate Canada President -Tracy Ellwood Vice President - Charleen Ferron Treasurer - Charleen Ferron Secretary- Matina Assimakopoulos 49 NIAGARA GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATIC 10 NEW $5,000.00 To foster and improve amateur softball in Niagar aalls and Surrounding districts/ to organize and develop minor girls' softball competition in the City of Niagara Falls President- Greg Fortushniok Vice President - Bret Biamonte Treasurer - Tina Marchese Secretary- Shannon Tanner 4 NIAGARA MEMORIAL MILITAIRES 13 $6,327.76 $6,500.00 providing a living memorial to the fallen service people of the Niagara Region, Promoting interest in marching bands and music related activities President - Tom Garrett Vice President - Mary Anne Walton Treasurer - John Hunt Secretary-Angela Aniol 96 NIAGARA MILITARY MUSEUM 13 $6,902.78 $6,500.00 To preserve the military heritage of the Niagara Area. President -Jim Doherty Vice President - Bemdt Meyer Treasurer - Paul Kovacs Secretary- Kathy Doherty 56 NIAGARA REGION SEXUAL ASSAULT CE 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 To provide information and education concerning sexual assault Chair- Leanne Vanderlaan Co-Chair- Dianne Warkentin Treasurer - Sharon Pazzaglia 44 NIAGARA STRINGS 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 a registered nonprofit organization for: Orchestra, Choir and ChessClub President - Simon Csoli Vice President - Peter Nagy Treasurer-John Szoke 11 NIAGARA SYMPHONY 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 a strong advocate for cultural development in the Niagara Region. President- howard Slepkov Vice Chair - Dr Terry Boak Vice Chair - Monique Charette Treasurer - Malcolm Smith 40 NIAGARA TEN CLUB 36 $17,769.90 $18,000.00 a holding organization for use by non profit organizations and their functions. President - Frank Van Der Heyden Vice President - John Perham Treasurer - David Gillies Secretary -Brian W. Radford 81 NIAGARA UNITED SOCCER 13 $4,610.25 $6,500.00 To promote, develop and govern all phases of soccer for girls in the Niagara Falls area President- Vince Chieca Vice President -Anthony Di Cienzo Treasurer - Felice Di Pietro Secretary - Kenneth Seibel 18 NIAGARA WASPS RUGBY 27 $13,598.44 $13,500.00 to establish, maintain and conduct a club for rugby football and to promote among the members of the Corporation and others an interest in rugby football President - Chris Hodgson Vice President - Erin Risto Treasurer - Scott Wade Secretary - Jana Nadon 28 NIAGARA YOUTH ORCHESTRA 26 $8,416.48 $13,000.00 To promote among the youth of the Niagara Region an interest in and understanding of orchestral music. President- Jim Stangier Vice President - Steven Hilton Treasurer - Jean Wang Secretary- Susan Baker 3 NOTRE DAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 18 $9,119.12 $9,000.00 Promote and enhance ecademic ecsellence at Norte Dame Catholic. School Principal-Jeff Lafontaine Treasurer - Jodi DiDomenico Volunteer - Monique Fabregas Volunteer-Jennifer Biamonte 12 OPTIMIST CLUB OF NIAGARA FALLS 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 to promote an active interest in good government and civic affairs; to inspire respect for law and order; to promote patriotism; to work for international accord and friendship President - Mike Carey Treasurer - John Adams Secretary - Bryn James Knowles 72 ORCHARD PARK SCHOOL 12 $4,704.19 $6,000.00 committed to personal growth, productive citizenship and lifelong learning for all. President - Hollyce Nunnenmacher Parent Council Rep - Heidi Boland Treasurer - Sherry Mannella Secretary - Melissa Proccopio 13 OUR LADY OF PEACE CHURCH 16 $7,993.08 $8,000.00 edicated to the preservation of national shrine of peace for all of Canada Pastor - FR. Thomas Hakala CO -Chair- John F Pellegrino Treasurer- Ruth Ibey Secretary - Claudia Parm 53 OUR LADY OF SCAPULAR 18 $9,138.43 $9,000.00 committed fo proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ by witnesing to His truth, justics, love and mercy. President - Fr. Paul MacNeil Vice President- Nancy White Treasurer - Ken Parr Secretary - Gayle Kozina - 42 P.A.H.A. 12 $4,340.08 $6,000.00 The establishment and operation of an amateur hockey association for the purpose of promoting interest in amateur hockey, arranging matches and cpmpetitions, establishing and granting prizes, awards and distinctions, establishing and maintaining equipment and facilities President - Frank Pietrangelo Vice President - Kim Pietrangelo Treasurer- David Pietrangelo Secretary- Jessica Pietrangelo 65 PETERSON COMMUNITY WORKSHOP 13 $6,443.01 $6,500.00 To educate and instruct people of all ages in the creative field of crafts and allied free time activities Chair - Jennifer Missen Spironello Volunteer Coordinator - Emily Edwards Treasurer - James Heppner 94 PRINCESS MARGARET SCHOOL 13 $3,574.13 $6,500.00 To look for additional ways to support, nurture and educate our students, always encouraging the students to strive for excellence, whether it is in their academics, or in one of the many extra -curricular activities. Chair - Tanya Royston Principal - Michael Riordon Treasurer - Tanya Royston Secretary- Catharine Christian 38 PROJECT SHARE 18 $9,346.91 $9,000.00 To provide emergency food for residents of the City of Niagara Falls whose income falls below the poverty line, as shown by Statistics Canada figures Chairman - Brian Pellow Vice Chairman - Anna Luciano Treasurer - Mick Wolfe Secretary- Lori Lococo 45 R.C.L. BRANCH 479 36 $18,573.76 $18,000.00 To constitute an association of those who have served or are serving in Her Majesty's armed forces or any auxiliary force and of others who support the purposes and objects of the Legion President - Diane Condon Vice President - Dave Ugucionni Treasurer - Malcolm Smith Secretary- Maryanne Hipfner 68 RED ROOF RETREAT 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 To foster measures to promote quality care, education, research and rehabilitaion in respoct to persons experiencing disabilities and handicap conditions following neurological impairment known as aquired injury to the brain Executive Director - Stephanie Bjorgan Chairman - Bill Francombe Treasurer - Ken Janzen Administration - Michelle Madden 73 - RIVERVIEW SCHOOL 13 $4,511.68 $6,500.00 - provide an outstanding education for21st-century learners Principal - Sue Donofrio Secretary - Diana Theriault Treasurer- MaryLynne Cashmore Teacher-Jen Bouchard 80 RUSSELL MASTERSON AMATEUR ATHLETIC 18 $9,128.88 $9,000.00 TO operate, equip, assist, support and maintain the Niagara Falls Canucks Junior"B" Hockey Club and any successor hockey club President - Tim Masterson Vice President - Terry Masterson Treasurer-Janette Masterson Secretary-Janette Masterson 17 S.C.V.F.A. 36 $17,965.80 $18,000.00 a community based service club with our focus being the City of Niagara Falls President - Glen Mercer Vice President - Steve Toth Treasurer - Tony Toluk Secretary- Bob Prentice 66 SACRED HEART CHURCH 18 $9,444.64 $9,000.00 - A local church offering services in the Catholic faith President- Rev Paul McDonald Treasurer - Julia Mein Secretary - Julia Mein 34 ST ANN'S CHURCH 25 $13,358.75 $12,500.00 to impact and renew Niagara Falls, Ontario and beyond with the transforming message of Jesus Christ through words and actions. Chairman - Gildo Luvison Vice President - Anthony Romano Treasurer-Anthony Romano Secretary - Francesca Azano 95 ST. ANDREW'S UNITED CHURCH- 16 $12,023.24 $8,000.00 To present Christ and classic Christianity in a creative and attractive style, encouraging contagious faith and concern for all people Chairperson - Kathleen Skinner Treasurer- Robbie Robertson Secretary - Cathy Cushman Diamond 54 ST. ANTOINE CHURCH 18 $9,819.43 $9,000.00 serving the Niagara Falls community and seeking, engaging, and encouraging others through a life-changing Christian journey. President - Pierre O'Reilly Reverend - Rev. William Derousie Secretary- Rita Ouellette 57 ST. ANTOINE SCHOOL 13 $5,834.97 $6,500.00 a school environment that allows them to develop their personal values, to become aware of others and to respect the differences. It offers study programs from kindergarten to Grade 8 and in order to promote President - Kimberly Gold Vice President - Vice President Treasurer-Angela Alberga 93 ST. DAVID'S & DISTRICT LIONESS CLUB 13 $6,327.76 $6,500.00 a service club that raises funds for a variety of organizations focusing its activities in assisting visually impaired persons as well as conditions that cause visual impairments such as Diabetes. President - Anna Marie Warriner Vice President - Janet Orr Treasurer- Connie Venneri Secretary- Grace Bissonette 97 ST. GABRIEL LALEMONT SCHOOL 18 $8,811.40 $9,000.00 Strive to provide the bet learning environment and education strategies to foster the development of all children to their potential Principal - Sheri Bassett Parent Representative - Tracy Walls Secretary - Christine Slms 14 ST. GEORGE/ST. ARCHANGEL CHURCH 18 $9,333.88 $9,000.00 to advanceiand teach the relicious tenets, doctrines, observances and cuture associated with the Serbian Orthocox Church President - Denise Mateyk Vice President- Michael Surla Treasurer - Milan Velemirovich Secretary - Dusan Kolundzic 60 ST. JOHN AMBULANCE 12 $8,215.35 $6,000.00 To enable Canadians to improve their health, safety and quality of life by providing training (first aid) and dommunity services (health and safety) Chair - Tom LEtourneau Vice Chair - Mark Newman Past Chair - Harvey Freel 69 ST. MICHAEL HIGH SCHOOL 13 $6,417.96 $6,500.00 dedicated to the embodiment of Catholic ideals and beliefs for its students, staff and parents to the end that its graduates may carry with them learning that is Christ -centered and motivated by Christian principles. Principle Officer - Shawn Gratton Principle Officer - Brian Carter Principal - Ken Griepsma Family Chairperson -Anna Racine 19 ST. PATRICK CHURCH 36 $18,263.08 $18,000.00 the advancement of religion Pastor- Gerard J. Power Treasurer- Patricia Hudson Secretary- Patricia Hudson 9 ST. PAUL FAMILY 18 $8,453.43 $9,000.00 create a forum for fellowship and graternalixm among the teachers, parents and those persons who are interested in Catholic education and in particulat the Saint Paul Principal - Brad Johnstone President - Melanie Oatley Treasurer - Melanie Oatley Secretary- Victoria Weglin 6 ST. THOMAS MORE CHURCH 18 $9,483.56 $9,000.00 the advancement of the Roman Catholic Faith for Evangelization Executive Officer - Bill Mann Executive Officer - Don Manion Treasurer - Rev. Peter T. Rowe 33 ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY 18 $8,895.31 $9,000.00 To live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy President- Muriel Lafford Treasurer - Diane Cummings Secretary- Betty Woodruff 98 STAMFORD COLLEGIATE 12 $4,652.85 $6,000.00 provide a welcoming, supportive and engaging learning environment which simultaneously challenges and assists students in reaching their own individual academic goals Principal - Ann Gilmore Chair Parent Council - Sara Taylor 22 STAMFORD LIONS 18 $8,895.31 $9,000.00 To encourage service -minded people to serve their community without personal financial reward, and to encourage efficiency and promote high ethical standards in commerce, industry, professions, public works and private endeavors President - Paul Rylett Vice President - Mike Harris Treasurer - Mike Davey Secretary - Stan J Mach Jr 37 SUPPORTERS OF WESTLANE 12 $4,936.51 $6,000.00 To enhance education and extracurricular opportunities provided for the students of Westlane Secondary School President- Gordana Rakonjac Vice President - Barb Worman-Purnell Treasurer- Jamie Coull Secretary - John Kennedy 46 UKRAINIAN ORTH. CHURCH STS. PETER AND PAUL 12 $5,475.87 $6,000.00 A Ukranian Orthodox church serving Niagara Falls President - Kathy Konshin Mykytiuk Vice President - Walter Tritchew Treasurer - Yagoda Anne Tritchew Secretary -Yagoda Anne Tritchew 74 VICTORIA SCHOOL 13 $6,306.76 $6,500.00 Committed to education and provides many extra -curricular opportunities that encourage the development of excellence, integrity and respect. Principal - Elizabeth Tulloch Secretary - Virginia McGrath Advisory Council Chair - Cherie Willis 1 WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGRA 18 $9,333.88 $9,000.00 To end abuse and violence by empowering women and their children through the provision of safe shelter, counselling, education and community partnerships President - Deborah Richards Vice President -Alison Ryder Treasurer - Mary Battey Secretary- Kristine Canniff 47 Y.W.C.A. 17 $8,318.15 $8,500.00 the spiritual, mental, social, educational and physical welfare and improvement of young women and girls President - Jennifer Bonato Vice President - Laurie ANdrews Treasurer- Liz Isaak 21 ZONTA 11 $4,796.53 $5,500.00 To work for the advancement of understanding, goodwill and peace through a world fellowshop of members President - Christine Filipowich Vice President - Nicky Inch Treasurer - Elaine Farr TOTALS 1816 $877,622.60 $908,000.00 —_ 42 F-2017-27 Niagara ails July 11, 2017 ✓ f.A 2A A '... REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F-2017-27 Monthlx Tax Receivables Re ort— Ma RECOMMENDATION That Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report is prepared monthly to provide Council with an update on the City's property tax receivables. Outstanding taxes as of May 31, 2017 were $18.9 million compared to $21.0 million in 2016. During May, tax receivables as a percentage of taxes billed decreased from 24.5% in 2016 to 21.6% in 2017. The City's finance staff has had continued success in resolving properties that are subject to registration for 2017. At this stage 82.1% of properties have developed payment arrangements or have paid in full. There are currently twenty properties scheduled for tax sale in the next two years. BACKGROUND This report is being provided as part of the monthly financial reporting to Council by staff. It is also submitted to our banking institution for compliance with our banking agreement. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Tax collection for 2017 improved during the month of May. Table 1 shows that taxes outstanding at May 31, 2017 are $18.9 million. This represents a decrease from $21.0 million in arrears for the same period in 2016. Finance staff continues to actively pursue property owners in arrears. Table 2 provides the breakdown of outstanding taxes by assessment class. The majority of outstanding taxes are for residential and commercial properties. The chart shows that the taxes owing for both the commercial property class and the residential property class have decreased from a year ago. I. t i i f i 2 F-2017-27 July 11, 2017 Finance staff takes specific collection actions for properties that are subject to registration. These action steps have been outlined in previous reports. At January 1, 2017, 317 properties were subject to registration. Table 3 summarizes the progress of these actions after five months of activity. This table shows 82.1% of the tax accounts or 260 properties have been paid in full or the owners have made suitable payment arrangements. During May, ten accounts were paid in full. In addition, the number of accounts with suitable payment arrangements including full payments increased from 78.5% (April) to 82.1% (May). Finance staff continues to make every effort to have accounts paid in order to avoid the registration process and the associated costs related to that process. Table 4 identifies the properties and associated tax arrears scheduled for tax sales in the future. During the month of May, three registered properties were redeemed. The outstanding taxes for registered properties represents 3.9% of the total outstanding taxes at month end. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Tax arrears as a percentage of taxes billed in a year is a performance measure that stakeholders utilize to analyse an organization's financial strengths. Niagara Falls, due to its high reliance on commercial assessment, is traditionally higher compared to municipalities of similar size. The percentage of taxes outstanding to taxes billed as at May 31, 2017 is 21.6% which is a decrease from 2016's value of 24.5%. The municipality has a record of full collection and earns significant penalty revenues to offset the higher measure. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Table 1 Taxes Receivable at May 31, 2017 Table 2 Taxes Receivable by Property Class at May 31, 2017 Table 3 Number of Properties Subject to Registration Table 4 Scheduled Tax Sales Dates for Registered Properties i Recommended by: JO-) Todd Harrison, Director of Finance I Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer A.Felicefti TABLE Outstanding Taxes @ Aril 30, 2017 $ 25,781,451 $ 28,360,142 Pena ty char ed in May $ 176,052 $ 194,696 Taxes Collected during May $ 7,033,601 $ 7,533,397 Outstanding Taxes @ May 31, 2017 $ 18,923,902 $ 21,021,441 Taxes Past Due I $ 18,923,902 $ 21,021,441 TABLE 2 r. 2017 %of Class 2016 %of Class Taxes Owing Taxes Owing Residential $ 10,162,106 53.70% $ 11,370,222 54.09% Multi-Residential $ 376,549 1.99% $ 410,209 1.95% Commercial $ 7,623,448 40.28% $ 8,505,169 40.46% Industrial $ 703,583 3.72% $ 682,278 3.25% Farmlands $ 58,216 0.31% $ 53,563 0.25% Total Receivables $ 18,923,902 100.00%1 $ 21,021,441 100.00% t I t i it TABLE 3 YF W 0 r . MUNIM r n Initial Amount 317 317 Paid in Full 85 95 30.0% Payment Arrangements 164 165 52.1% Ongoing Collection 67 56 17.7% Action Registered 1 1 0.3% 317 317 100.0% TABLE 4 u November 2017 10 $ 390,244 May 2018 10 $ 346,074 Totals 20 $ 736,317 F-2017-28 Niagara,Falls July 11, 2017 cnnan♦ REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F-2017-28 Municipal Accounts RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the municipal accounts totaling $10,318,757.92 for the period May 24, 2017 to June 23, 2017. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The accounts have been reviewed by the Director of Finance and the by-law authorizing payment is listed on tonight's Council agenda. Recommended by: �5A Todd Harrison, Director of Finance Respectfully submitted: Ken odd, Chief Administrative Officer I i I i I i r f I f4E Page 1 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount '.. 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATH 405396 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,216.55 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATH 405593 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,876.32 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATH 405195 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 2,388.58 1578917 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A WILLIAMS PLUMBING AND HEATH 405007 31-May-2017 SERVICES 4,691.55 1650759 ONTARIO INC 405008 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 452.00 '.. 1776415 ONTARIO LTD O/A PURE WATER NIAGARA 404812 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 17.25 '.. 1776415 ONTARIO LTD O/A PURE WATER NIAGARA 405196 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 17.25 '.. 1776415 ONTARIO LTD O/A PURE WATER NIAGARA 405009 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 40.00 1776415 ONTARIO LTD O/A PURE WATER NIAGARA 405397 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 47.25 2030688 ONTARIO LTD 404813 24-May-2017 LEASES AND RENTS 9,473.13 2095527 ONTARIO LTD 404814 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,423.80 2156914 ONTARIO INC O/A IDEAL PLUMBING&HEATING 405594 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 2,556.06 2348441 ONTARIO INC O/A MR QUICK CAR WASH 404815 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 135.60 2348441 ONTARIO INC CIA MR QUICK CAR WASH 405595 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 196.62 2430174 ONTARIO INC.O/A MUNICIPAL EQUIPMENT 405010 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 19,845.01 2442923 ONTARIO INC 404816 24-May-2017 REFUND 1,123.74 407 ETR EXPRESS TOLL ROUTE 405197 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#151#45 60.80 942352 ONTARIO LIMITED O/A BRISK ALL GLASS 405198 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 361.60 '.. 984265 ONTARIO LTD o/a CIRCLE P PAVING 404817 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 7,687.62 '.. 984265 ONTARIO LTD o/a CIRCLE P PAVING 405596 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 129,503.82 A B C RECREATION LTD 405013 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 4,969.34 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH&SECURITY 405199 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 75.95 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH&SECURITY 405597 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 166.68 AAA BIGGAR'S LOCKSMITH&SECURITY 405011 31-May-2017 SERVICES 175.15 ABBY'S CAFE 405012 31-May-2017 SERVICES 47.46 ABLE PRINTING INC 405014 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 649.75 ACCESSIBIL-IT 405398 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 621.50 ACCOUNTANT OF SUPERIOR COURT OF JUSTICE 405598 21-Jun-2017 SURPLUS FUNDS 130,852.89 ACCU LOCK AND SECURITY 405399 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 192.10 '.. ACCU LOCK AND SECURITY 404818 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 605.06 ACCU LOCK AND SECURITY 405015 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 764.11 '.. ACEVEDO BURITICA,SOFIA 405634 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 50.00 '.. ADVANCE TOWING 404819 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 305.13 ADVANCE TOWING 405400 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 350.30 ADVANCE TOWING 405016 31-May-2017 SERVICES 508.50 ADVANCE TOWING 405599 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 785.35 ADVANCE TOWING 405201 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 977.45 ADVANTAGE RESTAURANT SUPPLY&SERVICE 405017 31-May-2017 SERVICES 5,085.00 ADVENTUREMANIA INFLATABLES 405600 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,405.72 AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD 405401 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 96.85 AFFILIATED CUSTOMS BROKERS LTD 405202 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 272.10 AFTERMARKET PARTS COMPANY LLC 405203 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 260.79 AFTERMARKET PARTS COMPANY LLC 405402 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,663.77 AFTERMARKET PARTS COMPANY LLC 405601 21-Jun-2017 . MATERIALS 1,837.85 AFTERMARKET PARTS COMPANY LLC 405018 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 2,021.98 AFTERMARKET PARTS COMPANY LLC 404820 24-May-2017 STORES/INVENTORY, 5,906.34 AGL GRASS 404821 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 61,103.06 AGRETTE,MICHAEL 405403 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 50.00 AIR CARE SERVICES 405019 31-May-2017 SERVICES 1,967.51 AJ STONE COMPANY LTD 405204 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 359.62 ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 404822 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 16,063.15 ALFIDOME CONSTRUCTION 405404 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 33,482.70 ALISON'S SPORTS AWARDS&PROMOTIONS 405205 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 18.11 ALISON'S SPORTS AWARDS&PROMOTIONS 405020 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 27.69 ALISON'S SPORTS AWARDS&PROMOTIONS 405405 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 49.66 ALL PRO RENTALS 405604 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,130.00 ALLEGRA,LEO 405603 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 200.00 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 405602 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 576.48 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 405406 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 711.90 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 405206 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 728.16 ALLEN'S LANDSCAPE SUPPLY DEPOT INC 405021 31-May-2017 MATERIALS - 792.23 ALSOP,RON 405605 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 450.00 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION#1582 00086-0001 05-Jun-2017 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 4,663.89 AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION#1582 00088-0001 19-Jun-2017 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 4,665.36 - AMCTO 405606 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 565.00 ANASTASIO APPLIANCE 405207 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 90.40 ANDREWS,DALE 405607 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 350.00 ANDREWS,EMILY 405208 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,200.00 ANTHONY'S EXCAVATING CENTRAL INC 405407 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 317.81 ANTHONY'S EXCAVATING CENTRAL INC 404823 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 8,552.69 ANTHONY'S EXCAVATING CENTRAL INC 405609 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 14,921.65 ANTONIO,SAMANTHA 405610 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 100.00 APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES INC 405408 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 4,197.95 AQUA PLANS AQUATIC CONSULTANTS INC. 404824 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,243.00 Page 2 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS _ MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount AQUAFOR BEECH LIMITED 405209 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,302.33 AQUAFOR BEECH LIMITED 405409 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 7,141.27 ARCHER TRUCK CENTRE(WELLAND)LTD 404825 24-May-2017 MATERIALS-TANKER#6 46.10 ARIVA 404826 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 79.78 ARIVA 405611 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 79.78 ARIVA 405022 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 797.78 ARIVA 405210 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 991.93 ARTISTA DESIGN&PRINT INC 405612 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 331.94 ARTISTA DESIGN&PRINT INC 405023 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,758.00 ASHCON EXCAVATING INC 405410 14-Jun-2017 REFUND 750.00 ASHFORD,AUGUSTUS 405211 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 143.08 ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING(ONT)LTD 405411 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 482.27 AUTOMATION DEVICES CANADA LIMITED 405613 21-Jun-2017 VEH ID#211 470.34 B&B LIFT TRUCK SERVICE 405619 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 291.13 B&B LIFT TRUCK SERVICE 405215 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#67 2,241.84 BAGLIERI,CAREY 405412 14-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 77.69 BAGLIERI,CAREY 404827 244ay-2017 MATERIALS 148.90 BAIN PRINTING LIMITED 405212 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 135.60 BAIN PRINTING LIMITED 405614 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 276.85 BAKER 405615 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 148.31 BAKER 404828 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 324.79 BAKER 405413 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 718.75 BAKER 405213 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,540.90 BARGAIN KING CUSTOM APPAREL 405616 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,841.90 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 405024 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 286.61 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 405414 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,028.48 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 405214 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 3,027.77 BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS 405617 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 4,253.95 BAUER,ERIC 405618 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 200.00 BEAMAN,KEN '404829 24-May-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 85.32 BEC COMPANY 405216 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#204 76.77 BELL CANADA 405218 07-Jun-2017 UTILITIES 46.04 BELL CANADA 405026 31-May-2017 UTILITIES 88.71 BELL CANADA 404831 24-May-2017 UTILITIES 799.02 BELL CANADA 405622 21-Jun-2017 UTILITIES 799.02 BELL CANADA-PUBLIC ACCESS 405217 07-Jun-2017 UTILITIES 169.50 BELL MOBILITY INC.(RADIO DIVISION) 405027 31-May-2017 SERVICES 11,404.34 BELL MOBILITY INC.(RADIO DIVISION) 405623 21-Jun-2017 UTILITIES 11,404.34 BELLAMY,DAN _ 405415 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 19.96 BELLAMY,DAN 405621 21-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 62.10 BEN BERG FARM&INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 405624 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS-UNIT F7142 566.12 BEN BERG FARM&INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 405416 14-Jun-2017 VEH ID#253,254,F1142 810.04 BEN BERG FARM&INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 405028 31-May-2017 VEH ID#240 885.68 BEN BERG FARM&INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 405219 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#254 997.84 BEN BERG FARM&INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT LTD 404832 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 34,352.00 BENCHMARK CUT&CORE 405417 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 316.40 BENNETT,CATHARINE 405625 21-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 210.00 BERNAT,CLARK 405221 07-Jun-2017 TRAVEUMILEAGE 251.04 BERNIER EXCAVATING 405418 14-Jun-2017 REFUND 750.00 BERTIE PRINTERS LIMITED 405222 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,666.75 BERTIE PRINTERS LIMITED 404833 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 4,613.79 BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC 405419 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 41.72 BICKLE MAIN INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INC 405029 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,006.12 BILODEAU,MATHEW 405030 31-May-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 111.78 BILODEAU,MATHEW 405627 21-Jun-2017 TRAVEUMILEAGE 192.24 BIRD'S MOVING&STORAGE 405223 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 932.25 BLENDTEK FINE INGREDIENTS 405032 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 3,358.36 BLUE,KELLIE 405420 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 50.00 BOB ROBINSON&SON CONSTRUCTION 405033 31-May-2017 SERVICES 1,330.71 BOB ROBINSON&SON CONSTRUCTION 405225 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,885.52 BOB ROBINSON&SON CONSTRUCTION 405422 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 5,468.96 BOB ROBINSON&SON CONSTRUCTION 405629 21-Jun-2017 REFUND 14,148.26 BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD 405224 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#1549 120.48 BOBCAT OF HAMILTON LTD 405421 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,745.08 BOOKSTORE-ANNEX PUBLISHING AND PRINTING 404834 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 223.99 BOYER,RUTH 405226 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 38.93 BOYS&GIRLS CLUB OF NIAGARA 404835 24-May-2017 GRANT 16,500.00 BRAINKITE 405630 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 3,955.00 BRAND BLVD INC 404836 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 495.05 BREAKA WAY CONCESSIONS 405631 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,130.00 BRENNAN PAVING LTD. 404837 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 20,786.53 BRINKS CANADA LTD 404838 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,733.94 BROADCAST SERVICES INTERNATIONAL 404839 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 31,675.78 BROCK FORD 405423 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 38.85 Page 3 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS '.. MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount BROCKFORD 405632 21-Jun-2017 VEH I13#560 398.64 BROCKFORD 405227 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 412.50 BROCKFORD 404840 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,184.85 BROCKFORD 405035 31-May-2017 VEH ID#722 4,397.38 BROCKUNIVERSITY 405036 31-May-2017 SERVICES 2,825.00 BRUCATO,JOHN&BRUCATO,SUSAN 405037 31-May-2017 REFUND 750.00 BRUNNING,MARGARET 405424 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 130.00 '.. BUREY,LAURA-LEE 405229 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 4,500.00 BURKE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS 405228 07-Jun-2017 TRAINING 90.40 BURLEY,RON 405038 31-May-2017 TRAVEUMILEAGE 204.90 BURNETT,MIKE 405425 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 150.00 BUSINESS LINK MEDIA GROUP 404841 24-May-2017 ADVERTISING 395.50 BUTLER,ANGUS 405039 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 175.00 BUTYNIEC,DAVE 405230 07-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 70.20 CVS MIDWEST TAPE 405445 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS - 1,022.29 CVS MIDWEST TAPE 405052 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 2,308.89 CVS MIDWEST TAPE 405651 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 4,375.59 C.M.EQUIPMENT ONTARIO INC 405246 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 138.52 CALDWELL,ERIN 405635 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 100.00 CALE SYSTEMS INC 405040 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,125.48 CALE SYSTEMS INC 404842 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,649.80 CANADA POST CORPORATION 00086-0002 05-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 629.16 CANADA POST CORPORATION 00088-0002 19-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,908.76 CANADA POST CORPORATION 00087-0001 12-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 9,976.34 CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY NIAGARA 405427 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 474.60 CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 405232 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 223.16 CANADIAN DOOR DOCTOR 405041 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 3,395.65 CANADIAN LINEN&UNIFORM 405428 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 418.18 CANADIAN LINEN&UNIFORM 404845 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 424.33 CANADIAN LINEN&UNIFORM 405638 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 485.01 CANADIAN LINEN&UNIFORM 405233 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 758.41 CANADIAN MUSEUM OF HISTORY 405637 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 8,898.75 CANADIAN NATIONAL 405234 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 305.10 CANADIAN NATIONAL - 404846 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,930.60 CANADIANA PRODUCTIONS INC 405636 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 282.50 CANALI,JULIANO 404844 24-May-2017 MATERIALS - 71.17 CANCORE INDUSTRIES INC O/A HAMILTON RADIATOR SERVICE 404843 24-May-2017 -STORES/INVENTORY 1,867.83 CANON CANADA INC. 405426 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 466.69 CANON CANADA INC. 405231 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 798.32 CANTEC SECURITY SERVICES INC 405639 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 27120 CAPPA,JONAH 405640 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 50.00 CARLETON UNIFORMS INC 405235 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 390.92 CARPENTER,GREG 405429 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 50.00 CARR MCLEAN 405042 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 125.48 CARRICK,MARZENNA 404848 24-May-2017 PETTY CASH 637.10 CARRIER CENTERS 404847 24-May-2017 MATERIALS-UNIT 538 625.12 CASARELLA,KEENA 405236 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 2094 CASTLE MECHANICAL 405641 21-Jun-2017 MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS 749.55 CASTLE MECHANICAL 405430 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 2,016.64 CBM N.A.INC 405237 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 197.30 CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS 405238 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 548.05 TRAINING 1,022.03 405043 31-May-2017 CERMINARA,JAMES CERMINARA NI COLE 405643 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 150.00 Q CERVUS EQUIPMENT 405644 21-Jun-2017 VEH ID9475/476 110.02 CERVUS EQUIPMENT 405239 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#476 569.12 CERVUS EQUIPMENT 404850 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,873.72 CHAKE,MITCHELL 404851 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 50.83 CHAN,SARAH 405432 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 1,500.00 CHAPTER 2 BLASTING 405044 31-May-2017 SERVICES 4,746.00 I CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 405240 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 368.39 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 405645 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,012.42 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 404852 24-May-2017 STORES/INVENTORY 3,661.62 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 405045 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 4,264.12 CHARLES JONES INDUSTRIAL LTD 405431 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 4,436.98 CHIEFS HEAVY TRUCK COLLISION 405241 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#683 1,964.97 CHIPPAWA LIONS PARK 405433 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 35,000.00 (, CHOIR NATION 405646 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 678.00 CIBC ELECTRONIC BANKING OPERATIONS 405242 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 1,294.84 CIBC MORTGAGES INC 405647 21-Jun-2017 REFUND 4,259.32 CIMA CANADA INC 405434 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 6,935.38 CIMA CANADA INC 405243 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 16,094.62 r. CIMA CANADA INC 405648 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 79,803.18 CIMCO REFRIGERATION 405435 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 3,983.39 CITY OF ST CATHARINES 404853 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 25.00 Page 4 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount CITY OF ST.CATHARINES 405244 07-Jun-2017 TRAINING 900.00 CITY PARENT 405649 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 224.87 CJ GLOBAL INVESTMENT LTD 00085-0001 29-May-2017 LEASES AND RENTS 7,967.64 CLAIRE GREGORY 404892 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 500.00 CLARK,MICHAEL 405436 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 50.00 CLAY,JOELLE 404854 24-May-2017 REFUND 158.80 CLAYDON,JEFF 405245 07-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 174.42 CLOCKWORK SYSTEMS INC - 404855 24-May-2017 SERVICES 639.02 COBURN,DARRIN 405046 31-May-2017 SERVICES 135.60 CODE 4 FIRE&RESCUE INC 405047 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 2,650.98 COGECO CONNEXION INC. 405437 14-Jun-2017 LEASES AND RENTS 847.50 COLOUHOUN,LAURA 405247 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 192.07 COLVOY ENTERPRISES 2012 LTD 404856 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 593.25 COMMISSIONAIRES 405438 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 16,093.66 COMMISSIONAIRES 405048 31-May-2017 SERVICES 17,171.65 CONDOTTA MERRETT&CO INSURANCE BROKERS 405248 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,733.40 CONTINENTAL TIRE CANADA INC 404857 24-May-2017 STORES/INVENTORY 4,913.87 COTTON INC 405440 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 144,276.83 COVENTRY TRANSPORTATION 405441 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 3,596.82 COX,RICHARD 404858 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 150.00 CRAITOR,KIM 405442 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 135.54 CRAWFORD&COMPANY(CANADA)INC 405050 31-May-2017 SERVICES 299.00 CRAWFORD&COMPANY(CANADA)INC 405650 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,725.00 CRAWFORD&COMPANY(CANADA)INC 405249 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,863.00 CRAWFORD&COMPANY(CANADA)INC 405443 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 2,035.50 CRAWFORD SMITH&SWALLOW 405250 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 19,775.00 CRESTLINE COACH LTD 405444 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 449.55 CRS CONTRACTORS RENTAL SUPPLY 405051 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 57.96 CRS CONTRACTORS RENTAL SUPPLY 405251 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,209.88 CRS CONTRACTORS RENTAL SUPPLY 404859 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 22,224.08 CTM MEDIA GROUP LTD 404860 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 3,107.50 CUMMINS EASTERN CANADA LP 405252 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 3,860.00 CUMMINS EASTERN CANADA LP 404861 24-May-2017 STORES/INVENTORY 5,879.31 CUPE LOCAL 133 00086-0003 05-Jun-2017 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 9,810.21 CUPE LOCAL 133 00088-0003 19-Jun-2017 PAYROLL REMITTANCE 10,068.03 D K TECHNICAL SERVICES INC 404867 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 271.20 D K TECHNICAL SERVICES INC 405657 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 452.20 D K TECHNICAL SERVICES INC 405452 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 599.85 DAMIANO,ANTONELLA&DAMIANO,NICOLA 405446 14-Jun-2017 REFUND 1,000.00 DANIEL J MCDONALD BARRISTER&SOLICITOR 404917 24-May-2017 REFUND 15.00 DANYLUCK,JON 405053 31-May-2017 TRAINING 268.11 DARCH FIRE 405054 31-May-2017 VEH ID#536 192.21 DAVIDSON ENVIRONMENTAL 405652 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 31.64 DAVIDSON ENVIRONMENTAL 404862 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 126.56 DAVIDSON ENVIRONMENTAL 405055 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 189.84 DELL,KELLY - 405447 14-Jun-2017 TRAVEUMILEAGE 293.23 DEMAR CONSTRUCTION INC. 405448 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 129,397.83 DEMOL'S TIRE SALES&SERVICE 405056 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 10.00 DEMOUS TIRE SALES&SERVICE 404863 24-May-2017 VEH ID#251 304.36 DEMOL'S TIRE SALES&SERVICE 405653 21-Jun-2017 VEH ID#266 1,999.96 DENNIS,JOSEPH&DENNIS,TERESA 405654 21-Jun-2017 REFUND 467.49 DEPENDABLE EMERGENCY VEHICLES 405253 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 244.08 DESIGN ELECTRONICS 405655 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 239.51 . DESIGN ELECTRONICS 405254 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 27,560.67 DESIGN ELECTRONICS 405449 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 27,740.91 DEVRON SALES LTD 405656 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 10,380.07 DICAN DIGITAL INSTRUMENTS CANADA INC 404864 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 237.30 DICKSON ACCOUNTING&TAX SERVICES 405450 14-Jun-2017 REFUND 750.00 DICKSON,BRIAN 404865 24-May-2017 TRAINING TUITION 235.00 DIGITAL POSTAGE ON CALL 405451 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 9,944.00 DIODATI,JIM 404866 24-May-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 1,155.00 DIS DIGITAL IMAGING SOLUTIONS INC. 405057 31-May-2017 SERVICES 6,667.00 DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF NIAGARA 00088-0004 19-Jun-2017 REFUND 1,250.00 DOMSON ENGINEERING&INSPECTION LTD 404868 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 4,457.29 DREN,KARL 405255 07-Jun-2017 TRAVEUMILEAGE 280.80 DROLLIS SAFETY SUPPLY CO LTD 404869 24-May-2017 STORESIINVENTORY 228.15 DROLLIS SAFETY SUPPLY CO LTD 405453 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 3,627.30 DROUIN,JASMINE 405256 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 193.81 DUBE,JUSTIN 405454 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 1,500.00 DUFF,YVETTE 405659 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 300.00 DUFFERIN CONCRETE 405658 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 3,382.12 DUJELA,ANGELA&DUJELA,FABIO 404870 24-May-2017 REFUND 51.68 DUMONT SECURITY 405058 31-May-2017 SERVICES 1,049.19 DYCHTIAR,PETER 406660 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 150.00 Page 5 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS '.. MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount '.. DYNACARE 405455 14-Jun-2017 SERVICES 67.00 '.. DYNAMIC DISPLAYS LTD 405661 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 3,135.75 E S FOX LIMITED 404875 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 10,701.10 E3 LABORATORIES 405662 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,721.39 EARTHTONES PRODUCTS 405456 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 59.85 EASTLAND,MARI-LYNNE 405663 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 67.80 '.. EASTLAND,MARI-LYNNE 405257 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 2,067.90 ECCO ELECTRIC LIMITED 405258 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,587.31 ED LEARN FORD LINCOLN LTD 405259 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 176.50 ED LEARN FORD LINCOLN LTD 405664 21-Jun-2017 MAINTENANCEIREPAIRS 259.34 EDMONSON,PATRICIA LYNN 404871 24-May-2017 REFUND 837.28 ELITE PLUMBING&REPAIR 405260 07-Jun-2017 SERVICES 1,372.99 ELLIS ENGINEERING INC, 404872 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 36,516.63 ELLIS,JULIE 405059 31-May-2017 SERVICES 74.60 EMCO CORPORATION 405457 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,498.15 '.. EMCO CORPORATION 405665 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,821.51 EMCO CORPORATION 404873 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 3,870.75 '.. EMCO CORPORATION 405261 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 4,064.15 EMCO CORPORATION 405060 31-May-2017 SERVICES 5,775.42 ENBRIDGE 00086-0004 05-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 112.55 '.. ENBRIDGE 00085-0002 29-May-2017 MATERIALS 781.70 ENBRIDGE 00088-0005 19-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,652.02 '.. ENBRIDGE 00087-0002 12-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 5,694.96 ENBRIDGE 00086-0005 05-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 15,126.83 '.. 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FOUR SEASONS CONSTRUCTION 405679 21-Jun-2017 SERVICES 847.50 �. 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71.50 STAMFORD LIONS CLUB INC 405361 07-Jun-2017 GRANT 4,000.00 STAMFORD VOLUNTEER FIREMAN'S ASSOCIATION 405561 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 20,000.00 STANCO SIGNS INC. 405807 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 406.80 STANGUS ENVIRO LAWN CARE 405808 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 107.35 STANTEC CONSULTING LTD 405158 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 14,016.44 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 405162 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 211.40 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 405362 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 632.75 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 405809 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,724.83 STEELE,BRADLEY 405562 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 1,500.00 STEVE GOODTIME SHOW 405810 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,000.00 STEVE LUDZIK FOUNDATION 405564 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,000.00 STEVENS,LINDA 405563 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 75.00 STEVENSVILLE LAWN SERVICE INC 405811 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 21,534.01 STIRLING,SANDI"CASTLE" - 405812 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 950.00 STITCH IT CANADA'S TAILOR 404973 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 20.34 STOKES INTERNATIONAL 405164 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 179.10 STOKES INTERNATIONAL 405363 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 399.96 STORAGE NIAGARA 405364 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 273.38 STRANGES,LOU 405814 21-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 198.72 STREAMLINE UPHOLSTERY INC 405815 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 175.15 STREAMLINE UPHOLSTERY INC 405565 14-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 262.16 STUART,SARA LOU 405165 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,000.00 SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA 00086-0009 05-Jun-2017 REMITTANCE 428,357.08 SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA-BILLING AND CO 405567 14-Jun-2017 REMITTANCE 4,616.44 Page 13 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No Cheque Date Purpose Amount SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP 405167 31-May-2017 FUEL 44,234.14 SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP 405365 07-Jun-2017 FUEL 44,328.26 SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP 405566 14-Jun-2017 FUEL 44,927.93 SUNCOR ENERGY PRODUCTS PARTNERSHIP 405816 21-Jun-2017 FUEL 51,226.50 SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. 405171 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 93.80 SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. 404976 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES SC 159.90 SUPERIOR LAUNDRY SERVICE LTD. 405818 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 388.74 '.. SUPERIOR PROPANE 404975 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 33.62 '.. SUPERIOR PROPANE 405817 21-Jun-2017 FUEL 37.58 SUPERIOR PROPANE 405170 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 154.69 SUPERIOR PROPANE 405568 14-Jun-2017 FUEL 746.71 SUPERIOR WHOLESALE FOODS 405169 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 651.44 SUTTON,YVONNE E 405366 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 160.05 SWISH MAINTENANCE LIMITED 405819 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS-UNIT 473 1,098.19 SWYRICH CORPORATION 404977 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 2,593.35 TALK WIRELESS INC 405172 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 779.70 TALK WIRELESS INC 404978 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,220.40 TALK WIRELESS INC 405367 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,402.13 TAXITAB 405173 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,277.95 TAYLOR,PAUL 405368 07-Jun-2017 REFUND 524.00 TAYLORS WATER SERVICE 405820 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 300.00 TO CANADA TRUST 405174 31-May-2017 REFUND 20.46 TECHNICAL STANDARDS&SAFETY AUTHORITY 405369 07-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 105.00 TELLS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY 404979 24-May-2017 SERVICES 248.60 TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY 405370 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 248.60 TELUS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY 405569 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 248.60 TELLS COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY 405175 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 21,131.00 TERRY,SUK 405166 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 38.37 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ST.CATHARINES FIRST ON- 405049 31-May-2017 SERVICES 762.75 THOMPSON,JEFF 404980 24-May-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 226.96 THOMSON REUTERS CANADA 404981 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 37.80 THOMSON REUTERS CANADA 405372 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 215.14 THOMSON REUTERS CANADA 405821 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 410.96 TIKKY,MARIANNE 404982 24-May-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 208.32 TIM HORTONS STORE#30 404983 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 271.86 TIM HORTON'S STORE 1922 405176 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 107.00 TOAL,PETER A 404984 24-May-2017 REFUND 48.74 TOLLER,PETER 405570 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,500.00 TOOLBOX 405373 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 51.86 TORBRAM ELECTRIC SUPPLY 404985 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 9.22 TOROMONT INDUSTRIES LTD 405822 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 898.20 TOROMONT INDUSTRIES LTD 405177 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 1,066.65 TOROMONT INDUSTRIES LTD 405571 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,136.20 TOTAL LAND CARE SERVICES 405178 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 9,068.25 TRANSAXLE PARTS(HAMILTON)INC. 405374 07-Jun-2017 STORES/INVENTORY 1,184.57 TRANSAXLE PARTS(HAMILTON)INC. 405572 14-Jun-2017 STORES/INVENTORY 2,113.57 TRANSAXLE PARTS(HAMILTON)INC. 405823 21-Jun-2017 STORESANVENTORY 3,424.74 TRANSAXLE PARTS(HAMILTON)INC. 404986 24-May-2017 STORES/INVENTORY 4,437.39 405179 31-May-2017 STOR ESANVENTORY 4450.36 LE PARTS HAMILTON INC. Y TRANSAXLE (HAMILTON) AI TRANSPORTATION SAFETY TRAINING 405573 14-Jun-2017 TRAINING 1,423.80 TRANSPORTATION SAFETY TRAINING 405824 21-Jun-2017 TRAINING 1,751.50 TRENCHLESS UTILITY EQUIPMENT INC 405825 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,830.60 TRUGREEN 405826 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 472.34 TRUGREEN 405375 07-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 596.75 TRUGREEN 405574 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,285.94 TURF CARE PRODUCTS CANADA LIMITED 405180 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 143.23 TURF CARE PRODUCTS CANADA LIMITED 405827 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 545.23 TWARDAWSKY,NICK 405376 07-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 95.04 TWO SISTERS VINEYARDS 405377 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 5,109.00 UAHL FUNDRAISING AT THE FORT ERIE NATIVE FRIENDSHIP CEI 405378 07-Jun-2017 GRANT 200.00 j ULINE CANADA CORPORATION 405181 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 69.18 ULINE CANADA CORPORATION 404987 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 572.25 UM,TAE-CHAEL 404988 24-May-2017 REFUND 161.00 UNISYNC GROUP LTD 405828 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 112.89 UNITED RENTALS 405575 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,314.19 I UNITED RENTALS 405829 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,246.00 UNITED ROTARY BRUSH CORPORATION OF CANADA 405830 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,127.18 ((( UNITRADE ASSOCIATES 405576 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 651.66 f UPPER CANADA CONSULTANTS 405182 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES- 4,890.75 r UPPER CANADA CONSULTANTS 405831 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 14,193.37 UPS CANADA 405577 14-Jun-2017 COURIER 16.97 k URBAN&ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC 405379 07-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 2,271.30 URBAN&ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC 405183 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 10,846.70 USVALDO,MICHAEL 405832 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 40.00 Page 14 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount V GIBBONS CONTRACTING LTD 404993 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,943.17 V GIBBONS CONTRACTING LTD 405184 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 52,405.80 VALLEE,STEPHAN&VALLEE,KRISTINE 404990 24-May-2017 REFUND 168.64 VALUE MUFFLER&BRAKE CENTRE 405833 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 80.90 VAN BERGEN,MICHAEL JAMEY 405578 14-Jun-2017 REFUND 750.00 VAN HOUTTE COFFEE SERVICES INC 405579 14-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 243.70 VANDEN BUSSCHE IRRIGATION 405834 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 234.95 VANDEN BUSSCHE IRRIGATION 404991 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 307.97 VECTOR TOOLING 405580 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 203.40 VECTOR TOOLING 405835 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 706.25 VERKUYL,COREY 404992 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 56.03 VIKING SECURITY 405380 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 457.65 VINCE,ASHLYNNE 405185 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 200.00 VISTA PYROTECHNICS 405581 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,378.65 VORMITTAG,CHRISTINE - 405582 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 50.00 W.E.ENTERPRISES LIMITED 405585 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,818.16 WACHS CANADA LTD 405836 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 4,065.30 WAJAX EQUIPMENT#30 404994 24-May-2017 VEH ID#214 257.22 WALK SAFE CONCRETE GRINDING 405838 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 79.09 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 405381 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,278.17 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 405382 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 2,571.73 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 405186 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 3,733.30 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 404995 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 5,545.01 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 405837 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 6,947.71 WALKER AGGREGATES INC 405583 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 7,112.98 WALKER ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC. 405383 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 103.73 WALL,LISA 405187 31-May-2017 REFUND 1,000.00 WALSH,JOHN 405839 21-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 120.00 WALSH,SARA 405584 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 125.00 WARD,BRANDON 405840 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 65.07 WASHINGTON,DEBORAH 405841 21-Jun-2017 TRAVEUMILEAGE 130.00 WASTE MANAGEMENT 404996 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 325.56 WATER CONCEPTS 405188 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 169.50 WATERS,LYDIA 405384 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 90.22 WEINMANN LIMITED 405189 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,633.65 WELDDARE METAL WORKS LTD 405586 14-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 73.45 WERNER'S TREE SPADE 405190 31-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 480.25 WEST,MARK DAVID&WEST,MANDY LYNN 404997 24-May-2017 REFUND 32.07 WHITE,JAMES 405842 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 50.00 WHITEHEAD,STEPHEN 405587 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 50.00 WHITEHOTS INC. 404998 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 812.40 WHITEHOTS INC. 405385 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,421.53 WHITEHOTS INC. 405191 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,842.63 WHITEHOTS INC. 405588 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS - 3,645.07 WHITFIELD PLUMBING 405843 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,900.00 WIENS,COREY 405589 14-Jun-2017 GRANT 45.00 WILLOUGHBY VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS'ASSOCIATION 404999 24-May-2017 LEASES AND RENTS 7,161.38 WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 405192 31-May-2017 GRANT 28,500.00 WOMEN'S PLACE OF SOUTH NIAGARA INC 405000 24-May-2017 GRANT 1,612.50 WOOLNOUGH,CHRIS 405844 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 80.00 WORKAUTHORITY 405001 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,050.00 WORKAUTHORITY 405386 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 1,050.00 WORK EQUIPMENT LTD 405387 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 935.99 WORLDWIDE TURF INC 405845 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 107,489.67 WSIB 405389 07-Jun-2017 REMITTANCE 783.49 WSIB 405002 24-May-2017 REMITTANCE 3,691.06 WSIB 405590 14-Jun-2017 REMITTANCE 4,185.22 WSIB 405193 31-May-2017 REMITTANCE 5,278.07 WSIB 405388 07-Jun-2017 REMITTANCE 46,072.82 WSIB POLICY PUBLICATIONS 405390 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 78.75 WSP CANADA GROUP LIMITED 405846 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACTED SERVICES 20,690.68 XPLORNET COMMUNICATIONS INC 405003 24-May-2017 SERVICES 96.04 YELLOW PAGES GROUP 405391 07-Jun-2017 ADVERTISING 530.49 YMCA OF NIAGARA 405194 31-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,774.01 YMCA OF NIAGARA 405004 24-May-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 3,389.18 YMCA OF NIAGARA 405847 21-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 6,168.23 YMCA OF NIAGARA 405392 07-Jun-2017 CONTRACT SERVICES 8,503.28 YOUSSEF,NEHRON 405393 07-Jun-2017 TRAVEL/MILEAGE 91.26 YWCA NIAGARA REGION 405005 24-May-2017 GRANT 4,277.75 ZAMBITO,JO 405394 07-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 645.02 ZAMBONI COMPANY LTD 405848 21-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 302.75 ZAMBONI COMPANY LTD 405592 14-Jun-2017 MATERIALS 457.56 ZAMBONI COMPANY LTD 405395 07-Jun-2017 VEH ID#921 4,188.98 ZAVITZ,SHERMAN 405006 24-May-2017 MATERIALS 1,500.00 Page 15 of 15 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS VENDOR NAME Cheque No. Cheque Date Purpose Amount ZHANG,GUANGLI 405849 21-Jun-2017 MEMBERSHIP 450.87 Total 10,318,757.92 III I I C C FS-2017-02 Niagarapalls July 11, 2017 fANA�A REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Fire Department SUBJECT: FS-2017-02 Amendments to the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Management Program and Emergency Plan RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Council approve the by-law on tonight's agenda respecting the City's Emergency Management Program, in keeping with Provincial regulations. BACKGROUND The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act 2.1(1) requires that, "Every municipality shall develop and implement an emergency management program and the council of the municipality shall, by by-law, adopt the emergency management program". A required component of this emergency management program, as per Section 3(1) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act is that "Every municipality shall formulate an emergency plan governing the provision of necessary services during an emergency and the procedures under and the manner in which employees of the municipality and other persons will respond to the emergency and the council of the municipality shall by by-law adopt the emergency plan." The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, Ontario Regulation 380/04 10.(1) states that, "Every municipality shall designate an employee of the municipality or a member of the council as its emergency management program coordinator". O.Reg. 380/04 11.(1) states that "Every municipality shall have an emergency management program committee". O.Reg. 380/04, s. 11(2) states that, "The committee shall be composed of the municipality's emergency management program coordinator, a senior municipal official appointed by the council, such members of the council as may be appointed by the council, such municipal employees who are responsible for emergency management functions, as may be appointed by the council". O Reg. 380/04, s. 11.(4) states that, "The council shall appoint one of the members of the committee to be the chair of the committee". O. Reg. 380/04, s. 14 (1) states that, "Every municipality shall designate an employee of the municipality as its emergency information officer". 2 FS-2017-02 July 11, 2017 The Emergency Management Program has been reviewed and approved by members of the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Management Program Committee who, once approved, will be the body responsible for oversight and direction of the Emergency Management Program as required by Ontario Regulation 380/04. The revised Emergency Plan reflects the implementation of the Incident Management System (IMS) and a coordinated approach among municipalities and the Region. The existing program and Emergency Plan are established under By-law No. 2005-112, as amended by By-law 2014-159, which will be repealed. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE As mandated by the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, the. City of Niagara Falls has developed, implemented and maintained an Emergency Management Program. A key component of this program is the Emergency Plan. The reiteration of the Emergency Plan contains changes that reflect the adoption of the Incident Management System (IMS) which is considered best practice in managing an emergency event. The IMS is an operational framework for emergency response. The system facilitates communication, response activities and cooperation within and between organizations, as well as allows for incidents to be managed in a cohesive manner. The Municipal Emergency Control Group (MECG), Emergency Management Program Committee, Emergency Management Program Coordinator (also known as the Community Emergency Management Coordinator or CEMC), Committee Chair, and Emergency Information Officer are required to be appointed by Council, see O.Reg. 380/04, s. 10-14). In 2012, Emergency Management Coordinators throughout the region voted to adopt the practice of IMS in their programs. Standard Operating Guidelines implementing the IMS structure have been developed. These guidelines describe processes and procedures for the Emergency Operation Centre (EOC). In order to have an effective Plan, each participant in the EOC must be aware of the Plan's contents as well as their assigned functions and responsibilities. Numerous training courses have been developed and implemented in order to ensure that the EOC personnel understand their roles and responsibilities, as well as a developing understanding of the IMS structure. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The implementation of this Plan will require a full day of IMS training and the exercising of the Plan on a yearly basis. The MECG will be involved in both activities. 3 FS-2017-02 July 11, 2017 CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The update of the City's Emergency Management Program and Emergency Plan will provide compliance with the Provincial requirements and will increase organizational efficiency and effectiveness within the Corporation in the event of a large-scale emergency. Recommended by: im Boutilier, Fire Chief Respectfully submitted: I Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer J. Boutilier:tc ` MW-2017-27 Niagaraj7alls July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2017-27 Tender Award Contract No. 2017-449-17 Harvard Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement RECOMMENDATION 1. That the contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Centennial Infrastructure (Niagara) Inc. at the corrected tender price of$1,396,225. 2. That the total expenditure amount of$1,700,796 for all project-related expenses be approved and funded from pre-approval of 2018 Capital Budget. 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY At the April 25th, 2017 meeting of Council, municipal works staff were directed to undertake the design and tendering of a new sanitary sewer system on Harvard Avenue in order to resolve issues with flooding and sewer back-ups in the area. City staff have worked with WSP Canada Inc. to develop a permanent solution that will involve the removal of the existing sanitary sewer and the installation of a new system on Harvard Avenue from approximately McGill Street to Wiltshire Boulevard and the two downstream sewer segments on Brian Crescent. The purpose of this report is to seek Council's authorization to award the contract, approve the source of funding and complete the proposed construction. The lowest tendered price is $1,396,225. It is recommended that all anticipated project-related expenditures in the amount of$1,700,796 be funded from pre-approval of 2018 Capital r Budget. i BACKGROUND i' A section of the sanitary sewer system on Harvard Avenue experienced a back-up on (' April 21st, 2017 resulting in flooding and other issues. Emergency sewer repairs took place from April 21St to April 23rd. During the emergency repair work, severe adverse ground conditions were encountered that prevented the completion of an effective i permanent repair. i i i' July 11, 2017 - 2 - MW-2017-27 At the April 25th meeting of Council, municipal works staff were directed to undertake the design and tendering of a new sanitary sewer system on Harvard Avenue in order to permanently resolve issues with flooding and sewer back-ups in the area. City staff engaged the services of WSP Canada Inc. to complete the following work: a CCTV inspection of the existing sewers, updated survey, geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations, detailed engineering design, specifications and tender documents. The CCTV inspection of the existing sewers was used to determine the limits of the proposed sewer replacements. It was found that the existing sanitary sewer system on Harvard Avenue from Approximately McGill Street to Wiltshire Boulevard and one length of sewer on each leg of Brian Crescent would have to be replaced in order to resolve all of the sewer issues in this area. The total length of sanitary sewer main to be replaced is approximately 325m. The replacement of all sanitary service laterals and water services to the property line have also been proposed within the project limits. WSP also commissioned an updated geotechnical and hydrogeological investigation for the area. The results provided valuable information about the existing ground conditions including the elevation of the water table. This information was taken into consideration by WSP during the design process. During construction, the City will be required to monitor the construction site dewatering operations and provide information to the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC). In order to ensure compliance with the proposed design and to assist in meeting the MOECC requirements, it is recommended to procure contract administration and inspection services from WSP. The costs of these services are estimated to be approximately $65,000. Additionally, extensive materials testing will be required during construction. It is recommended to budget $25,000 in order to cover these expenses. The Tender Opening Committee in the presence of the Acting City Clerk, Bill Matson and the Project Manager, Eric Lallouet, opened tenders on Tuesday June 27th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. for the above noted contract. Tender documents were picked up by four (4) contractors and three (3) bids were received. Listed below is a summary of the tender prices, excluding HST, received from the Contractors. CONTRACTOR CITY TENDER PRICE CORRECTED BID Centennial Infrastructure Niagara-On-The-Lake $1,398,205.00 $1,396,225.00 Blackstone Construction Stouffville $1,520,804,25 Alfidome Construction Niagara Falls $1,501,606.40 July 11, 2017 - 3 - MW-2017-27 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The sewer back-up and flooding issues on Harvard Avenue and sections of Brian Crescent have been very disruptive to residents in this area. The implementation of this capital project will eliminate these issues in a timely and effective manner as well as reduce the risk of future flooding issues, and subsequently, claims to the City. The lowest tender was submitted by Centennial Infrastructure (Niagara) Inc. in the amount of$1,396,225. This contractor has performed similar type projects for the City. We are of the opinion that this contractor is capable of successfully undertaking this project. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The total funding requested for all project-related expenses is as follows: $85,151 Engineering Design & Tendering $1,396,225 Construction Contract (Corrected Bid) $65,000 Contract Administration & Inspection Services $25,000 Construction Materials Testing $100,000 Contingency $29,420 City Share HST $1,700,796.00 Total This project was commissioned as a result of an unexpected emergency situation and as such, dedicated funding was not included in the 2017 Capital Budget. Staff recommends that the total expenditure amount of $1,700,796 be approved and funded from pre-approval of 2018 Water & Sewer capital contribution to the 2018 Capital Budget. In combination, the two budgets provide approximately $8.85 million towards capital projects and this project can be accommodated in this budget. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendations are consistent with Council's Strategic Priority to achieve the goal of infrastructure sustainability. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Location Map 2. 2017 Capital Budget Worksheet G Recommended by: Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: [�4 Ke Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Eric LalloueUGeoff Holman DORCHESTER RD - -- I � I I I I ; I �I - __.- X11 _ � _- _._.__ ._ I W I � ' I a U c I Q ILJ ie 41 it si o-1 ijLLJ 31 'Y __ .._-_. VJ Q C � U) -- Q ------ 1 N�/ 5 _ W Q 31 Q 1 i�tt 3 3j '€I I I 1 Ii P� I I'. 1 €i I ' I a I BAKER CR . I _ — z MW-2017.27 Capital Budget Worksheet 2017 Department Municipal Works Priority(1-3) F-11 Project Name Harvard Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Included in 10 year Capital Plan(y/n) Project I.D.# SS67 Project Description This project includes the detailed design,tendering and construction of a new sanitary sewer system on Harvard Avenue as a result of on-going issues with flooding in the area. Projected Start Date: C13 2017 YEAR YEAR YEAR YEARYEAR 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 '.. Opening Balance-Jan 01 (surplus)ldeflcit 1,700,796 0 0 () EXPENDITURES Engineering FeeslDesign/Studies 175,151 Land/BuddinglFurmturel Equipment canstruction Roads 441,369 Storm Sewers water 82,211 Sanitary Sewers 872,645 '.. Sitework/Landsc,ping Contingency 100,000 Other 29,420 Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,700,796 - FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserves Capital Holding Reserve Reserve Fund Transfer from Operating 1,700,796 Development Charges Debentures Gas Tax Provincial/Federal Grants External Contributions Interest Earned Other TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES 1,700,796 - - Closing Balance-Dec 31 (surplus)ldeficit 1,700,796 0 0 0 0 I MW-2017-29 July 11, 2017 NiagaraFalls nr A REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2017-29 Thorold Stone Road Extension — Project Update RECOMMENDATION 1. That council receive this report for information purposes. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Thorold Stone Road Extension — Stage 1 is a Regional construction project with the primary objective of extending Thorold Stone Road from Stanley Avenue to approximately the east limit of the of the Gale Centre property. Due to the need to re-confirm the preferred solution for extending Thorold Stone Road to Bridge Street/Victoria Avenue, and to avoid potential risks and cost overruns, the Niagara Region is proposing to conclude the project at its current location, at Gale Centre entrance. This proposal also defers the construction of municipal services on Fourth Avenue. Servicing through the Fourth Avenue corridor could be budgeted and undertaken in the future as part of the second stage of this project. The purpose of this report is to inform Council of the Niagara Region's proposed plan to conclude Stage 1 of the Thorold Stone Road Extension project approximately 10m (+/-) east of the Gale Centre entrance and to defer the construction of municipal services on Fourth Avenue to a future phase. BACKGROUND This project is the first stage of a proposed multi-phase plan for the extension of Thorold Stone Road. The preferred alternative investigated during the Class EA process j ultimately provides for a roadway connection from Stanley Avenue to Victoria j Avenue/Bridge Street. The project was staged as follows: i Stage 1 — (currently under construction) extends Thorold Stone Road from Stanley i j r i F u fE f 2 MW-2017-29 July 11, 2017 Avenue to the east limit of the Gale Centre property and includes a cul-de-sac. Stage 2 — is for the balance of the proposed road work continuing from the Stage 1 limit including the construction of a roundabout at Victoria Avenue/Bridge Street and the removal of the previously constructed cul-de-sac. Thorold Stone Road Extension — Stage 1 is a Regional construction project with the primary goal of extending Thorold Stone Road from Stanley Avenue to approximately 200 metres east of the Gale Centre entrance. The project includes the proposed construction of a four-lane roadway east of the Stanley Avenue intersection, remediation of impacted soils within the right-of-way, the installation of municipal services including storm and sanitary sewers, water mains, street lighting and a pathway along the south boulevard of Thorold Stone Road. The Niagara Region has entered into two separate agreements with Cytec Canada Limited (Cytec) and Falls Community Developments (FCD). As outlined in these agreements, the extension of Thorold Stone Road including municipal servicing is being undertaken by FCD's contractor. The Niagara Region has agreed to share in the cost of the road construction while the City of Niagara Falls has agreed to contribute for its share of the municipal servicing. The extension of Thorold Stone Road from Stanley Avenue to the Gale Centre entrance was completed and opened to the public in November of 2015. However, municipal servicing along Fourth Avenue and the further extension of Thorold Stone Road to the contract limits (approx. 200m east of the Gale Centre entrance) remains incomplete. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The redevelopment of brownfields carries significant risks including potential impacts to project schedules, budgets and the environment. During construction, numerous set-backs were encountered involving unforeseen conflicts with old building foundations, contaminated materials beyond the original estimates and the collapse of an existing storm sewer that was intended to serve as an outlet for a portion of the new road. Concrete foundations were removed and stored on site and a temporary storm sewer overflow system was installed to assist with drainage at the east limit of the new roadway until such time that a new storm outlet could be established. Additional contaminated materials were discovered in the unopened road allowance at the north limit of Fourth Avenue. This material has been estimated to cost anywhere from $300,000 - $600,000 to remove and dispose at a licenced facility. This material was not identified during the design phase and therefore the costs of removal were not taken into consideration in the capital budget. Currently, the proposed installation of 3 MW-2017-29 July 11, 2017 municipal services through this area of impacted materials has been deferred. Additionally, the Niagara Region has identified a need to re-confirm that the planning alternative solution/preferred design recommended in the Thorold Stone Road Extension Class EA is still relevant today, due to changing circumstances involving the proposed purchase of lands from CNR, reduced CNR activity through the railway corridor, new development opportunities, the potential for added costs associated with the remediation of contaminated materials and the imminent arrival of GO Train services. As a result of the circumstances encountered throughout the construction of the first stage of this project, and the need to further review the preferred alternative, the Niagara Region is proposing a revision to the project scope and schedule that they will be bringing forward to Regional Council for approval in late July 2017. The proposed revisions to the project scope generally involve the following: - Complete the construction of Stage 1 at its current limit. This will involve constructing the proposed cul-de-sac at a suitable location east of the gale Centre Entrance. No further road construction or servicing will be undertaken as part of Stage 1. - The complete installation of street lighting along the newly constructed road and proposed cul-de-sac. - Commissioning of the watermain in the north boulevard, including maintenance/flushing point at the east end. - The installation of a pathway/sidewalk along the south side of the roadway from Stanley Avenue to the Gale Centre. - Grading and seeding the boulevards along the roadway. - Construction of a fence along the property boundary on the north and south sides of the entire roadway, including around the cul-de-sac. - General site clean-up including the removal of concrete, excavated materials, debris, etc. - Proposed servicing on Fourth Avenue will be deferred and budgeted in future phases of the project. - All work is to be completed by August 11, 2017. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The City will contribute financially up to the agreed amount of$2,000,000 by cost sharing I on the project with the Niagara Region. [ CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT E This report is in support of Council's strategic priority to establish infrastructure sustainability by working in close cooperation with the Niagara Region to complete critical infrastructure projects. i f. 4 MW-2017-29 July 11, 2017 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Project Completion Proposal — Niagara Region 2. Location Map Recommended by: - Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: 1 4x Ken IToda, Chief Administrative Officer Eric Lallouet/Geoff Holman Niagara Region Public Works Transportation 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, PO Box 1042,Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 Telephone:905-980-6000 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 Fax:905-685-0013 '.. www.n i agararegion.ca June 22, 2017 Via e-mail: rob@baioccoconstruction.com Mr. Rob Baiocco Baiocco Construction 305-393 Rymal Road W Hamilton, ON 1_91? IV2 Dear Mr. Baiocco: Thorold Store Road Extension Brownfield Redevelopment and Regional Road Extension On Former Cytec Industrial Site ',.. In the City_ of Niagara "a.ls Our File: ®.01.04 77 057 0610 Further to our numerous meetings regarding the above, we have not seen any on-site construction activity '.. for some time now. Notwithstanding the storm sewer outlet issue and transfer of surplus lands (Region's triangular parcel fronting Stanley Avenue) there are upcoming events planned for late August at the Gale Centre Arena and as such,the Region and City are desirous to complete this work as soon as possible. In an effort to complete the project in a timely fashion the Region/City propose the following: I. Completion of Phase I works a. Complete environmental requirements (i.e. clean ROW envelop on Thorold Stone Road extension) to limit of original ROW per Agreement. b. Turning Circle Construction I. Relocate the proposed turning circle to the existing east limit of Thorold Stone Road Extension (i.e. just east of the Gale Centre entrance). Construct a revised turning circle (design to be provided by Niagara Region) including concrete curbs, spillways, granular materials, hot mix asphalt, fencing and gate, guiderail, restoration and other associated works. Notwithstanding the terms of the Agreement, no further construction of the roadway beyond this point shall be undertaken. ii. Complete surface course asphalt, pavement markings and sign installation to the relocated turning circle. c. Watermian 1. Complete, test and commission watermain including hydrants to limit of j relocated turning circle. C G i i' Rob Baiocco Thorold Stone Road Extension June 22, 2017 Page 2 d. Streetlight Installation I. Complete the installation of the electrical system(s) along Thorold Stone Road Extension from Stanley Avenue to the limits of the relocated turning circle. Any additional light poles shall be delivered to the City of Niagara Falls Works Yard. e. Sidewalk/Path Construction 1. Complete all proposed sidewalk and path from Stanley Avenue to the Gale Centre entrance on the south side of Thorold Stone Road Extension. f. Boulevard Grading and Seed/Sod i. Clean-up and grade the boulevards along the north and south side of Thorold Stone Road Extension. Supply and place topsoil per original agreement and seed. g. Install Security Fence I. Install security fence per original agreement to encompass new road limit (i.e. relocated turning circle). h. General site clean-up (Concrete, Excess Excavated Materials, Debris, etc.) i. Remove all excess construction materials including fill, concrete, steel, rebar, granular, garbage, etc. ii. Remove temporary fencing, site office, etc. 2. Fourth Avenue a. The original construction agreement included the construction of sanitary, storm and water infrastructure on Fourth Avenue, extending from approximately the Gale Centre to Thorold Stone Road Extension and the decommissioning of the stormwater management pond located to the east of the Gale Centre (PT LOT 76, 59R5204 PT 01) shall be abandoned. Any work on the proposed construction of municipal services or roadway extensions on Fourth Avenue will be budgeted and undertaken in future project phases. 3. Schedule a. All site work to be completed by August 11, 2017. b. No construction equipment or materials on site beyond August 11, 2017, 4. Financial Considerations a. The total agreed financial contributions from the Region and City is $4,500,000 plus cost of streetlights and associated electrical work ($150,000). b. The Region and City agree to fulfill the contractual cost sharing obligation. The balance of the agreed to financial contribution will be paid upon completion of the revised scope of work by the date specified above. c. Upon completion and acceptance of the revised scope of work as detailed above, the road extension project and Agreement thereof shall be considered fulfilled by all parties. Rob Baiocco Thorold Stone Road Extension June 22, 2017 Page 3 No further work, with the exception of warranty deficiencies, or payments, with the exception of the security holdback, shall be considered after this point. We look forward to meeting with you on June 26, 2017 to discuss the revised scope of work and project completion. In the meantime, should you have any questions on the revised work scope or schedule, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, X John Rizzo, C.E.T. Project Manager Transportation Engineering JR/aw c: D.DiCienzo,FCD G.Holman,Director of Municipal Works,City of Niagara Falls L:\Engineering\Regional Road 57(Niagara Falls)\E0610 Thorold Stone Road Extension east of Stanley Avenue\Correspondence\2017-06-22ALSAOutstanding WorkABaiocco.docx I r i ti I I N Y� � � J y. BRIDGE- E LWST MAPL-E S, MW-2017-30 MaigiaFalls July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2017-30 Crysler Avenue & St. Lawrence Avenue, Phase I & II Sewer Separation, Watermain Replacement and Road Reconstruction Tender Award - Contract No. 2017-348-14 RECOMMENDATION 1. The contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Nexterrra Substructures Inc. at the corrected tendered price of$3,849,468.55. 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. 3. That the 2017 Capital Budget be amended to reflect the additional costs associated with the completion of these projects. Also, the additional funding will be an allocation of 2018 Utility Budget capital funding. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In response to stakeholders comments, City staff has organized the tender into two phases of construction. The proposed phasing of the work will allow the City to better manage the project and the concerns of stakeholders while still allowing the City to benefit from current funding opportunities. Phase I will include Crysler Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street as well as storm sewer works on Huron Avenue from Crysler Avenue to St. Clair Avenue. Phase II will include St. Lawrence Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street, Ellis Street from I St. Lawrence Avenue to Crysler Avenue as well as storm sewer works on Huron E Avenue from St. Lawrence Avenue to Crysler Avenue. The lone tender price exceeds the budgeted cost for Phase I and II work. Staff recommends that the contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Nexterrra Substructures Inc. at the corrected tendered price of $3,849,468.55 and that the 2017 Capital Budget be amended to reflect the additional costs and that the funding shortfall of $652,500 be allocated from a preapproval of capital funding from the 2018 Water and Wastewater i capital program. i 2 MW-2017-30 July 11, 2017 Pending receipt of all required approvals, construction may begin on Phase I by August 15, 2017. Phase II will begin dependant on Phase I progression and the receipt of Phase II approvals. Construction is expected to take one hundred and eighty (180) working days. BACKGROUND Urban and Environmental Management Inc. (UEM) was retained by City of Niagara Falls (City) staff to complete the design for this project. The design scope included the separation of the existing combined sewer system, replacement of the existing watermain and full road on Crysler Avenue and St. Lawrence Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street. To complete the sewer separation, additional works were proposed on Ellis Street from Crysler Avenue to St. Lawrence Avenue and on Huron Street between St. Lawrence Avenue and St. Clair Avenue. After engaging stakeholders and soliciting comments on the proposed scope of work, City staff has decided to complete the work in two separate phases of construction. The proposed phasing of the work will allow the City to better manage the project and the concerns of stakeholders while still allowing the City to benefit from current funding opportunities. A location plan has been provided as Attachment 1 and highlights the construction limits of both project phases. Phase I, highlighted in red on the location plan, will include Crysler Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street as well as storm sewer works on Huron Avenue from Crysler Avenue to St. Clair Avenue. Phase I will begin upon receipt of all outstanding approvals. Phase 11, highlighted in blue on the location plan, will include St. Lawrence Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street, Ellis Street from St. Lawrence Avenue to Crysler Avenue as well as storm sewer works on Huron Avenue from St. Lawrence Avenue to Crysler Avenue. Phase II will begin in 2018. Timing for Phase II will be dependent on the progression of Phase I as well as receipt of all outstanding Phase II approvals. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The project tender documents were picked-up by four (4) construction firms; three (3) bids were submitted and one bid was disqualified. The Tender Opening Committee, consisting of the Acting City Clerk, Bill Matson, and the Project Manager, Livia McEachern, opened tenders on Tuesday, June 27`h, 2017. The following is a summary of the totalled tender prices (excluding HST) from the contractor submissions, complete with corrections as noted. 3 MW-2017-30 July 11, 2017 Contractor CCS Tender Price Corrected Price Nexterra Substructures Inc. Niagara Falls $3,852,608.55 $3,849,468.55 Centennial Construction Inc. Niagara-on-the-Lake $4,577,014.40 $4,577,814.40 Provincial Construction Ltd. Niagara Falls Disqualified The lowest tender price was received from Nexterrra Substructures Inc. in the amount of$3,849,468.55. Nexterrra Substructures Inc. has successfully completed many projects of this scale within the Niagara Region and for the City of Niagara Falls; they are capable of undertaking and completing this project. Pending receipt of all required approvals, construction of Phase I may begin by August 15, 2017. Construction of both Phase I and Phase II is expected to take one hundred and eighty (180) working days. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Funding for construction of both the Crysler Avenue and St. Lawrence Avenue Sewer Separation, Watermain Replacement and Road Reconstruction Projects was approved in the 2017 Capital Budget. Partial funding was approved under the Infrastructure Ontario Clean Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF) and the Niagara Region's Combined Sewer Overflow Control Policy Funding. The Ione tender price exceeds the budgeted cost for Phase I and II work. Staff recommends that the 2017 Capital Budget be amended to reflect the additional costs and that the funding shortfall of$652,500 be allocated from a preapproval of 2018 Utility Budget allocated for capital works. In total, the two utility budgets provide approximately $8.85 million. The additional funding for this project can be accommodated in this amount. A revised Capital Budget Sheet has been included as Attachment 2. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Implementation of this Capital Works project meets the intent of Council's Strategic Priorities to establish infrastructure investment priorities, and to strengthen and promote economic development within the City. i C 4 MW-2017-30 July 11, 2017 LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Location Plan 2. Crysler and St. Lawrence Avenue Capital Budget Sheet Recommended by: l Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: 1411-1-1 Ken 11 Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Livia McEachern o .- ti � o E N -C U ERIE AVE '. c ONTARIO AVE O , d V ST:GLAIR AVE G 'a Q d -a U J E U) 4'S d BUCKLEYAVE U o VIOTORIA AVE_ V} d§ 0 N FIRSTA-VE ' �f.3��� CL L U d J N SECOND AVE m Mn o ;r TWR➢AVE i it MW-2017-30 Capital Budget Worksheet 2017 Department Municipal Works Priority(1-3) El Project Name Crysler and Sl.Lawrence Avenue Sewer Separation Included in 10 year M Capital Plan(y/n) Project I.D.#SS48 Project Description Road Reconstruction,Sewer Separation(New Storm Sewer and Replace Sanitary Sewer)and Watermain Replacement on Crysler Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street,St.Lawrence Avenue from Queen Street to Simcoe Street and Ellis Street,including New Storm Sewers on Huron Street from St.Lawrence Avenue to St.Clair Avenue Projected Start Date: .Aum.2017 YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Opening BalanceJan 01 - 652,500 - - - (surplus)/deficit EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees/Design/Studies Land/Building/Furniture/ Equipment Construction Roads Storm Sewers 115,000 Water 131,600 Sanitary Sewers 405,900 Sitevmrk/Landscaplrg Contingency Other Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES 652,500 - - - - FUNDING SOURGES Special Purpose Reserves Capital Holding Reserve Reserve Fund Transfer from Operating 652,500 Development Charges Debentures Gas Tax Provincial/Federal Grants Exlemal Conidbulicm Interest Eames Other TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES - 652,500 - - - Closing Balance-Dec 31 652,500 - - - - (surplus)/deficit __ MaQalls MW-2017-32 NiaJune 22, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2017-32 Tender Award Contract No. 2017-08 2017 Surface Treatment RECOMMENDATION 1. The contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Norjohn Contracting and Paving Limited, with authorization to spend up to the approved budgeted amount. 2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The surface treatment contract consists of paved and unpaved roads primarily in the rural area that require rehabilitation due to the deterioration of the roadway surface. The approved budget for Surface Treatment in the 2017 Capital Budget is $1,300,000. t ( Additional surface treatment work for the Third Avenue Laneway Construction is included which received funding as part of the 2017 OLG Municipality Contribution Agreement Reserve. Construction is proposed to begin no later than August 2017 and is expected to take r fifty (50) working days. BACKGROUND I' r if The intent of the surface treatment program is to provide regular maintenance to roads that do not meet the classification criteria for asphalt paving. These roads are typically located in the rural area of the City and consist of previously surface treated areas that are now deteriorating as well as existing unpaved (gravel) roads. The surface treatment of gravel roads also helps to reduce maintenance costs by eliminating the need for regular maintenance activities including grading, re-shaping and the placement of dust suppressant. 2 MW-2017-32 June 22, 2017 On roads where an existing surface treatment layer exists, the work generally consists of the placement and compaction of recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) followed by the application of a single layer of surface treatment. On existing gravel or unpaved roads, the work generally consists of grading and leveling the surface of the roadway and the application of a double surface treatment layer. The following streets have been included in the 2017 Surface Treatment contract: 65mm RAP & SINGLE SURFACE TREATMENT STREET FROM • Baker Road Soddom Road Willoughby Drive Carl Road Crowland Avenue Misner Road Crowland Avenue Carl Road Young Road Mcleod Road Thorold Townline Rd Beechwood Road Misner Road Young Road Schisler Road Sauer Road King Road Ort Road Somerville Road Sodom Road East Asphalt Limit Steele Road St. Paul Avenue Limit Young Road Misner Road Montrose Road Crowland Avenue Yokum Road Lincoln Street Marshall Road Ort Road Sodom Road Ort Road Marshall Road Marshall Road 3 MW-2017-32 June 22, 2017 DOUBLEGRADE & STREET FROM TO Bossert Road Willoughby Drive 20 Service Road Misener Road Yokum Road 700m South of Ridge Road Gonder Road Willodell Road Beck Road McKenney Road Grassy Brook Road South Gran Limit Willoughby Drive Somerville Road Morningstar Road Somerville Road Willoughby Drive West Gran Limit Lapp Rd Baker Rd South Gran Limit Baker Rd Lapp Rd King Rd Ridge Rd McKenney Rd East Limit URBAN: Mill Area, 65mm RAP & SINGLE SURFACE TREATMENT STREET FROM • Hagar Avenue Dunn St Caledonia St Third Avenue Laneway: 300mm Full Excavation, DOUBLE300mm Granular "A" & TREATMENT STREET • TO Laneway Jepson Street South Limit Laneway Second Avenue Third Avenue 4 MW-2017-32 June 22, 2017 The following provisional street list to be considered for the 2017 Surface Treatment program as budget permits: STREET FROM TO Ridge Road Crowland Avenue Misener Road Ridge Road Misener Road Montrose Road Ort Road Rexinger Road Willick Road Carl Road Misener Road Crowland Avenue Marshall Road Ort Road Stanley Avenue Beck Road Marshall Road Bossert Road ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The project tender documents were picked-up by two (2) construction firms. Two (2) bids were submitted. The Tender Opening Committee, in the presence of the acting City Clerk, Teresa Fabbro, Manager of Supply and Services, Dave Butyniec, Project Manager, Nick Golia and the Construction Services Supervisor, Joe D'Agostino, opened tenders on Tuesday, June 20th, 2017. The following is a summary of the totalled tender prices (excluding HST) from the contractor submissions: Contractor City Tender Price Corrected Bid Norjohn Contracting and Niagara Falls $ 1,427,300.00 N/A Paving Limited Circle P Paving Inc. Stevensville $ 1,499,510.00 N/A The lowest tender price was received from Norjohn Contracting and Paving Limited in the amount of$1,427,300.00. Norjohn Contracting and Paving Limited has successfully completed many projects of this scale for the City of Niagara Falls and other municipalities; they are capable of undertaking and completing this project. 5 MW-2017-32 June 22, 2017 Construction is proposed to start no later than August 2017 and take an estimated fifty (50) working days to complete. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Funding for the Surface Treatment Contract was approved in the 2017 Capital Budget in the amount of$1,300,000. Additional surface treatment work for the Third Avenue Laneway Construction is included which received funding as part of the 2017 OLG Municipality Contribution Agreement Reserve. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Implementation of this Capital Works project meets the intent of Council's Strategic Priority to establish infrastructure sustainability within the City. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Location Maps (1-1 — L11) Recommended by: Geoff Holman, Director of Municipal Works f IRespectfully submitted: � Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer i Joe D'Agostino,C.E.T. I' I' c i. BAKER ROAD from Sodom Rd to Willoughby Dr E S 1:4]06 ' 0 F 0 c IN m x m 0 A f F E CARL ROAD from Crowland Ave to Misner Ave 1:4]06 E 1 n r � � m 5 m z s p p o L1 CROWLAND AVENUE from Carl Rd to Young Rd -77 77 { L.1:9412 E' CARL-RDtARGRDG OUNG-RD _... O OUNG-RO YONNGitP - CROWLAND AVENUE from Yokum Rd to Lincoln St R � YDK KOM-RD t YDKOM-RP'.:' 1:9412 YO i m Z A -]NGDLN-S7 p v i '-.I aL L2 MARSHALL ROAD from Ort Rd to Sodom Rd -1 O 1:9412 f 0 3 EI%iNGER-RD - a 0 A iJ O EAVER-RD.' 0 y O O F p 3 L-0GAWRD a 3 . P.. NILiER RD.� McLOED ROAD from Thorold TL Rd to Beechwood Rd 1:9412 L3 MISNER RD from Young Rd to Schisler Rd i Y I .YOUNG-RD _. .. . 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AKER—RD .. 14285 W f i; i r f c L8 McKENNEY ROAD from Grassy Brook to South Gran Limit �., 6N[PPAWA{SEEK-RD ' GASSY-BROOK-RD RASSR�P�K+RD RASSY_8RDQK--R0 3 z v A 2 D �1 m tiA p z 1 A �J Y BIGGAR-RD s, BIGGAR-RD - IGGARAD MISNER ROAD from Yokum to 700m South of Ridge Rd $ m _ < $ O y ' Y-0Kflhi-RD OKOM-RD YDKDhhRD o EMDN-RD 1:18824 3 O 2 rn o AUER-RD PGABEHiD ,GGLN-Si L-INGOLiJ-ST� 3 e, O y A Q 3 O ON m p ~2 m r p A O O v � GHNEIDER-RD� -RIDGE-RD IDGE-RD 0.IDGE-RD DGE-RD a I m i m 1 W 2 O A L9 RIDGE ROAD from McKenny to East limit m 1:4706 o D _ t WILLOUGHBY DRIVE from Sommerville Rd to South Limit L � SOMER41L1{RD SOMERVILaf RD 1:9 12 i rp j Y 4 [ � ---=,tORN1NGSl'�A,-RD - i I' L10 HAGAR AVENUE from Dunn St to Caledonia St iARw DUNN 5 �„_.pUNN-ST---�uNN�7' pUNN ST —L--D UNN-5T UNN-ST 1:4706 'a m a a ARGYkL-fp w z c MAR. n i o � n x d A ,. i BONNIE-ST ^�! P n. v < HU". 1 w ( . K, 3 WHIR 3 J F P z 6ENTENNIAL 6 D R4C 1. h-C'R,. c a z o HAWIONSST H:. 3rd Avenue Laneway Construction �•. JEPSON 5T ._ 1 ]EPSONST 4940 49304924 4918 4904 4 2 4 n 5012 50021 4992 " 4980 4972 •1960 1.1176 . 5130 5127 5128 i 5136 5117 5136 5144 5195 5149 5050 5151 m 5152 5152 m O 5160 5161 0 5160 < 5170 5168 5171 5176 L 5183 51845197985: 4941 493549274921491149054879:50715063.5055'5097 : 4975 4963 C-RAE�ST L11 —_� MW-2017-34 Ni gars q is July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2017-34 Locate Service Provider Contract Award RECOMMENDATION 1. That award RFT 42-2017 to Canadian Locators Inc. as the successful bidder in the provision of locating services. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2013, Council authorized staff to complete the application to register with Ontario One Call and to investigate and implement practices for the provision of infrastructure location services. In 2014, Council approved report MW-2014-23, Ontario One Call — Registration and Service Provision. This report recommended retaining PVS Contractors Inc. as the City's locate service provider. In Q2 of 2017, the contract with PVS Contractors Inc. expired and Staff issued RFT 42-2017 to obtain pricing for the next two years. The City's locate service provider will respond to requests directly from Ontario One Call. The City will receive regular reports on types of calls, volume and billing based on each request processed, and any other individual reports the City may require. BACKGROUND E `r The City has nine types of infrastructure that can potentially be damaged by excavators: • water mains • sewer laterals • water services • sewer mains • water valves astorm mains i' • water shut off boxes/stops • traffic signals • street light electrical sources The Ontario Underground Infrastructure Notification System Act 2012 In June 2012, the Ontario Legislature passed the Ontario Underground Infrastructure Notification System Act, 2012 to ensure that a comprehensive infrastructure location and r r July 11, 2017 - 2 - MW-2017-34 notification system will be in place. The Act requires infrastructure owners to mark, diagram and report back to locate requesters the location of underground infrastructure. The Act also specifies timelines for completing locate requests based on the urgency of the work being performed, including emergency situations which require a two hours or less response time. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Award of Tender 2017-42 Request for Tender 2017-42 for the provision of underground utility locating closed June 1, 2017. Four contractors bid on this service to provide locates based on the number of locate requests made through Ontario One Call from June 2014 to December 2016. Staff analysed the bids, and based on 2016 locate data, the results are as follows: Canadian Locators Inc., Calgary $ 245,226.40 Multiview, Mississauga $ 252,447.35 PVS Contractors Inc., St. Catharines $ 474,416.61 Fairway Electrical Services, Ancaster $3,532,895.80 Staff recommends that Canadian Locators Inc. be awarded the contract for a two-year period with the option of three, one-year extensions if necessary, for the provision of locate services. Canadian Locators Inc. currently provides locating services for the Town of Markham, the City of Ottawa, and the Regional Municipality of York. Staff have reviewed their references and have determined their suitability. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendations in this report ensure adherence to Provincial Legislation and are consistent with the City's strategic commitment to efficient and effective operations. Recommended by: Geoff Holman, Director ofMunicipal Works Respectfully submitted: I 444_111 Koh Todd, Chief Administrative Officer James Sticca — PBD-2017-27 Niagara,Falls July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2017-27 Matters Arising from the Municipal Heritage Committee Proposed Demolition of John Misener House 5491 Robinson Street RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the demolition permit for the property at 5491 Robinson Street. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY At the June 28, 2017 meeting of the Municipal Heritage Committee the following motion was adopted: "That the Committee does not object to the demolition of the structure at 5491 Robinson Street and that best efforts are used to salvage structural items for use in other heritage properties". ANALYSIS/RATIONALE i John Misener House, 5491 Robinson Street, c. 1799 A request was received by the Municipal Heritage Committee regarding the proposed demolition of the house at 5491 Robinson Street. The house is listed on the Municipal Register of Heritage Properties and as such an owner shall provide the City with 60 days' f notice in writing of the proposed demolition. The owner provided this request to the i Committee on June 22, 2017. I Upon review of the information known about the property the Committee does not object to the demolition as the house is not in its original location as it was built at the corner of Main and Peer Streets and moved to its present location sometime in the early 20tH i" century; was built using simple construction techniques, likely used elsewhere in the City; its associative value was limited to the original owner, John Misener (d.1860); is not considered a landmark on Robinson Street, so has no contextual value. For these reasons, the Committee does not object to its demolition. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS ➢ Appendix 1 — Photograph of 5491 Robinson Street 2 PBD-2017-27 July 11, 2017 Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: i Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer P.Boyle:mb Attach. S:\PDR\2017\PBD-2017-2, Matters Arising from MHC, Proposed Demolition of 5491 Robinson St..docx 3 PBD-2017-27 July 11, 2017 APPENDIX 1 w. K �I Y i i i I TS-2017-26 ,Falls July 11, 2017 Niagara REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2017-26 Jill Drive — Parking Review RECOMMENDATION That the permit parking zone on the south side of Jill Drive between a point 72 metres west of Sunhaven Drive to a point 85 metres west of Sunhaven Drive be removed. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The on-street permit only parking space in front of 7020 Jill Drive was meant for use solely for the previous occupant that had a special needs child. Given that the signs are no longer required for their intended purpose, City Staff is recommending that the signs be removed. BACKGROUND A permit parking zone was established in 2000 in front of a residence on Jill Drive to resolve on-street parking issues that arose due to the special needs of a family. The family has since moved. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Removing the permit parking zone will allow for anyone to park in this space. There are no other signed parking controls on Jill Drive. Jill Drive between Dorchester Road and Jubilee Drive is served by Niagara Fall Transit bus route #103, with two stops on the north side only. The removal of the permit parking zone will have no impact on bus service. I I 2 TS-2017-26 July 11, 2017 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The removal of the signs is to be carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour is accounted for in the approved 2017 General Purposes Budget. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Encourage multi-modal travel and active transportation initiatives, and enhance motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Study Area drawing Recommended by: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Respectfully submitted: An Todd, Chief Administrative Officer ob ep WWI pc .. . . • R-',ftk :. * JyMer titer•^ :� r -s;.c- ',�.y° �at t 4 ,`a'a° - :. � k V ke. Pte"' ,�y `A IN a -1Y a t aF -[� �� Afff s _ � � l f r z F � rq �i -1;AAlll C. cp CL 32 r AN }- � � q +lA� _ �"'-n ,�'�` J� � �� ���5 _ may✓ X ' E y _ ";� ,A 3 l s; ry > 05441 N EU il Vkl .won.�� s r 5i .. c �. r _ £ -'^:.' .,;r d "? 7 -•+'1 .:szr t r .r,;. armOf, � r TS-2017-27 Niag9/20 July 11, 2017 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2017-27 Lamont Avenue - Parking Review RECOMMENDATION That a no parking zone is established on the southwest side of Lamont Avenue from a point 63 metres southwest of Mundare Crescent to a point 79 metres southwest of Mundare Crescent. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The parking prohibition will prevent drivers from parking in front of three homes within the outer portion of the turning basin where there is insufficient space for a parked vehicle. BACKGROUND A "no parking" restriction was installed on the inner side of both Mundare Crescent and Lamont Avenue in early 2017. The restriction was recommended to enable unobstructed emergency and maintenance vehicle access, improve visibility at the curves and permit simultaneous bi-directional travel. Upon installation of the signs, concerns were raised by a homeowner residing in the outer portion of the turning basin in the north end. The narrow front yards of a demi- detached home cannot fit a parked vehicle without it encroaching over a driveway. An abutting single detached home has a fire hydrant within the boulevard. Staff had regular enforcement carried out but this did not address the problem. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE i I Drivers are not permitted to park within 1.5 metres (5 feet) of a driveway to allow residents access in and out of the property, or within 3 metres (10 feet) of a fire hydrant. The resulting space cannot fit a vehicle in front of these three homes. Staff is recommending the establishment of a no parking zone on the southwest side of Lamont E i 2 TS-2017-27 July 11, 2017 Avenue from a point 63 metres southwest of Mundare Crescent to a point 79 metres southwest of Mundare Crescent to clearly define to drivers that they are not permitted to park in this area. The three affected homeowners were advised of Staff's recommendation. No comments or objections were received. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the signs is to be carried out by Transportation Services staff. T The labour and material costs are accounted for in the approved 2017 General Purposes Budget. Installing the signs is estimated to cost approximately $500. CITY'S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Encourage multi-modal travel and active transportation initiatives, and enhance motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS Study Area drawing Recommended by: Karl >Dren, Director of Transportation Services Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer i" a 0 y d h Q 7 CL coW n r. r AN zk � Y A J' N f 3F v f d ©EE NUN PQ ink A is � y �vI9 ria. - EE E. � Y q A F'Y h I � is Teresa Fabbro From: Bill Matson Sent: Thursday,June 22, 2017 1:35 PM To: Teresa Fabbro Subject: FW: Road Closures/Noise Exemption Livestock 2017 Attachments: Livestock Map.pdf Teresa, Livestock Niagara will be holding their 3`a Annual Music&Arts Festival on July 22, 201$in Downtown Niagara Falls and are requesting: - A waiver of fees related to the road closure (in the vicinity of Taps Brewery) - Exemption to the City's Noise By-law from 10:00am to 12 midnight The affected area is highlighted on the attached map. This would be for the Consideration of Council at the July 111"Council Meeting. Bill From: Dean Iorfida Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 1:07 PM To: Bill Matson Subject: FW: Road Closures/Noise Exemption Livestock 2017 From: Rafik Guirguis [mailto•rafik(d)livestockniagara.com] Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2017 4:46 PM To: Mathew Bilodeau Cc: Clark Bernat; Dean Iorfida ( Subject: Re: Road Closures/Noise Exemption Livestock 2017 I Thank you very much for this information Mathew, I would like to kindly request for a waiver of the fees related to this closure - our event is operated as a non- profit community initiative. II I will submit the permit, insurance forms and a detailed information package within two weeks from today! l ( Greatly appreciate your time, Rafik On Thu, Jan 19, 2017 at 10:28 AM, Mathew Bilodeau<mbilodeau@ iagarafalis.ca>wrote: r Hello Rafik, Let's schedule a planning meeting in the Spring with all of the affected stakeholders to determine the conditions necessary to facilitate the event. In the meantime, please complete the attached special events application form (for use of the road allowance) and the insurance form. Please note that the City will only accept our insurance certificate to be completed. It will need to cover your event for at least$5 million liability aggregate. There is no cost to obtain a City special event permit,though there may be costs involved in the road closures, police supervision, and/or acquiring additional approvals. An estimate will be provided once the details of your event are known. Please let me know if you have any question or concerns. Regards, -Mathew Mathew Bilodeau, C.E.T. (905)356-7521 ext. 5202 mbilodeau@niagarafalls.ca From: Dean Iorfida Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2017 9:11 AM To: Rafik Guirguis (rafik@livestockniagara.com) Cc: Mathew Bilodeau; Clark Bernat Subject: FW: Road Closures/Noise Exemption Livestock 2017 Hi Rafik: 2 Attached please find a special events application blank related to the road closure. I have copied Mathew Bilodeau in our Transportation Services section. Mat will set up a meeting with appropriate stakeholders related to the road closure. Last year, I recall, Celebrate Old Downtown put in a request for a waiver of the fees related to Livestock's road closure. I assume you will be making a similar request this year, Rafik? Thanks for forwarding this nice and early. I will bring forward the requests to a future Council meeting. Thanks Dean From: Rafik Guirguis [ma ilto:rafik(cblivestockniagara.com] Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2017 12:35 AM To: Dean Iorfida Subject: Road Closures/Noise Exemption Livestock 2017 Hi Dean, Hope the holidays have treated you well! I I'd like to put in a request for two road closures and a noise exemption for the 2017 Livestock Music Festival. !' DATE: SATURDAY,JULY 22nd, 2017 TIME: I OAM-12AM !' CLOSURE REQUESTS: Valley Way between Victoria Ave and Queen St. Buckley Ave between Valley Way and Huron St. f NOISE EXEMPTION: LOAM-12AM 3 We would like to set up a fenced perimeter, outlined in red in the map attached to this email. The road closure request is outlined in yellow on the map. Thank you! Ralik Guirguis Board Chair/Director Livestock Niagara Ralik Guirguis Board Chair/Director Livestock Niagara 4 H� a i a vi LQ �`15 V11 int x Y A, f Y Qo z zi�s 06 € o c. 2 Q '0 '< ujx 0 Q I LU Ln z x o .0 o o , r v , !iJ G u Q W o ❑ a- I d Q F ggxmn W QLU ui f�' tim. I J O U Teresa Fabbro From: Bill Matson Sent: Tuesday,July 04, 2017 5:08 PM To: Clark Bernat Cc: Olivia Hope;Teresa Fabbro Subject: RE: SOP and noise by-law Clark, We will add it to the Agenda. Bill From: Clark Bernat Sent: Tuesday, July 04, 2017 11:40 AM To: Bill Matson Cc: Olivia Hope Subject: SOP and noise by-law Bill,just realized, I need this in now because of the lack of council meetings. Hoping you can get this in next week if possible (August might/would be too late for the 30 days SOP notice). Looking for council recognition of the following. Thanks—let me know if you have any questions Whereas Niagara Falls Night of Art is an annual event where various art forms come together on one night to showcase the best of Niagara artistic talent on September 21'`,2017 and Whereas this is the sixth year that the Niagara Falls Museums has hosted this event Whereas the event is expected to attract 600-1000 audience members from across Southern Ontario and Western New York Whereas this event will support and promote the artistic talents of residents of Niagara Falls and the Niagara Region and Whereas to obtain a Special Occasion Liquor Licence from the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), the event requires a resolution of Council recognizing it as a public event of municipal significance. Therefore be it resolved that Niagara Falls City Council grants the Niagara Falls History Museum relief to the City's Noise By-law to allow entertainment until 11:00 pm Clark Bernat Culture & Museums Manager City of Niagara Falls 5810 Ferry Street 1 November 25, 2016 I Clerks Office, City of Niagara Falls, I 4310 Queen Street, box 1023 1 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Attention: Dean lorfida Dean: I am writing on behalf of the Niagara Arts Showcase a non-profit organization whose current mandate is to promote Arts and Culture in Niagara Falls. The board was formed in 2015 with the express intention to take over the former Mt. Carmel Art Festival that ran annually for four years at the Mt Carmel Centre. In 2017 we will hold the Festival Sept. 15, 16& 17th at Fireman's Park on Mountain Road, Niagara Falls. The 3 day festival will run from 7 p.m.—11 p.m. on Friday, 9:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 9:00 a.m—4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Participants will include local and regional artisans, local and regional musicians,and high school arts programs. Events other than the artisan show and sale will include a Friday evening Soiree (indoors), outdoor concerts (daytime only), children's programs and activities,juried art shows and raffles. Firemans Park will provide food sales and alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments. In addition we would like to invite food trucks to offer some more diverse food outside of the Fireman's Park kitchen. We are also hoping to be considered for the Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund to which we will be applying for in 2017 and also deemed a Special Event by City Council As the Facilities Chair, I would like to inquire at this time what special permits we may need to achieve compliance with The City of Niagara Falls. We anticipate having a large outdoor tent that can house vendors and musicians, individual outdoor vendor tents, bouncy castles,food trucks and portable toilets. We will also need guidance in the area of parking,garbage and recycling, fire codes for booths indoor and outdoor. Niagara Arts Showcase currently holds an insurance policy for special events. We cannot at this time give you an exact number of how many people will attend our event but our goal this year will be to reach over 1,000 attendee's and possibly 100 plus artists. Thank you in advance for your consideration,we look forward to hearing back from you. Sincerely, Jenifer Cass, Facilities Chair, Niagara Arts Showcase, 5200 Morrison St., Niagara Falls, L2E 2E4 I (905) 708-2231 I I I Teresa Fabbro From: Kathy Moldenhauer Sent: Wednesday, July 05, 2017 10:32 AM To: Bill Matson; Mathew Bilodeau; Philip Rudachuk; Brian Dickson; Sam Valeo;Tammy Agnoletto; Lydia Picca; Clark Bernat; Dana Villeneuve;Anna Morocco Cc: 'lori.lococo@bell.net';Teresa Fabbro; 'jen@gobeweekly.com' Subject: RE: Niagara Arts Showcase Good morning As stated in the attached letter the Niagara Arts Showcase applied to the Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund and received $9,700.00 for the fall event . Kathy Moldenhauer Director of Recreation & Culture Department City of Niagara Falls MacBain Community Centre 7150 Montrose Road, Unit#1 Niagara Falls, ON L2H 3N3 905-356-7521 ext 3346 kmolden hauer(aD.niag arafal Is.ca www.niagarafalls.ca From: Bill Matson Sent: Monday, July 03, 2017 1:33 PM To: Mathew Bilodeau; Philip Rudachuk; Brian Dickson; Sam Valeo; Tammy Agnoletto; Lydia Picca; Clark Bernat; Kathy Moldenhauer; Dana Villeneuve; Anna Morocco Cc: 'lori.lococo@bell.net'; Teresa Fabbro; 'jen@gobeweekly.com' Subject: FW: Niagara Arts Showcase Staff, The attached letter will be listed on the Council Agenda for July 11th so that Council may wish to declare the event (planned for Sept. 15-17`h at Fireman's Park) a "Special Event" I Please review the letter and comment on any requirements you see that the Facilities Chair would need to be made C aware of. Bill Matson Acting City Clerk/Manager of Clerks Services The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls billmatson(@niagarafalls.ca 905-356-7521 ext.4342 I' 905-658-0411 cell i From: Bill Matson Sent: Monday, June 05, 2017 10:45 AM To: Bill Matson Subject: FW: Niagara Arts Showcase From: Lori Lococo [mailto:lori lococo@bell net] Sent: Tuesday, May 02, 2017 10:14 PM To: Bill Matson Cc: Teresa Fabbro Subject: FW: Niagara Arts Showcase Hi Mr. Matson I was following up with Dean regarding the attached. I received an email to contact you. We have been patiently waiting and would like to set up the meetings required and also attend at a council meeting to speak to this. Can you please help? Thanks Lori Lori Lococo Home: 905 357 5902 Cell: 905 931 6370 From: Dean Iorfida [mailto:diorfida@niaaarafalls.ca] Sent: Monday, March 27, 2017 3:33 PM To: 'Lori Lococo' Cc: Teresa Fabbro; 'jen@gobeweekly.com' Subject: RE: Niagara Arts Showcase Jennifer/Lori: Apologies on the lack of response. I'm so used to dealing with matters that are closer at hand that something in September seems a far way off. Nonetheless, I can appreciate that from the perspective of the organizers,you want to deal with things the sooner the better. I have been trying to have the appropriate staff reach out to you to set up a meeting because there are aspects of your event that require a response from multiple departments (Fire,Traffic, Building etc.). My aspect would be related to the business licence requirements/food truck vendors. I hope to have something scheduled before the end of the month. Thanks Dean From: Lori Lococo [mailto:lori lococo@bell.net] Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2017 4:22 PM 2 CLERKS DEPARTMENT Inter-Departmental Memo To: Mayor James M. Diodati & Members of Council From: Bill Matson, Acting City Clerk Date: July 11, 2017 Re: Various Business Improvement Association Budget Requests Each year, the various Business Improvement Associations (BIA's) within the City are required to submit their annual budgets, as approved at their Annual General Meeting, for Council Approval. Once approved by Council, Finance staff will then apply a levy to the affected properties based on the annual budget. Of the 6 active BIA's the following 5 have submitted their budgets to staff and are effectively listed on tonight's Council Agenda: • Lundy's Lane BIA • Victoria Centre BIA • Clifton Hill BIA • Main & Ferry BIA • Fallsview BIA RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council A Great City ... For Generations To Come LLBIA 2017 Annual Budget - Approved by LLBIA Board 2016 2016 2017 REVENUE Budget Actual Budget Tax Levy Requisition from City 256,613.00 256,613.00 256,613.00 Supplemental Taxes 1,715.00 Taxes written off by City 4,585.00 4,000.00 Net Tax Levy 256,613.00 253,743.00 252,613.00 Investment Income 2,000.00 1,644.00 1,600.00 TOTAL REVENUE 258,613.00 255,387.00 254,213.00 Marketing Website 2,500.00 25.00 5,000.00 Rev-Wego Infotainment 4,000.00 4,065.32 4,000.00 Rev- Local + Dinning 5,000.00 6,875.00 6,000.00 Niagara This Week - Niagara Life 3,240.00 2,849.00 3,240.00 Digital Ads-Sun Media/Adfuel/Other 5,000.00 - 5,000.00 NFT Shopping & Dinning Guide 4,000.00 3,561.00 3,560.00 NFT Visitor Guide 4,500.00 4,579.00 4,580.00 Artwork& Production 10,000.00 4,650.00 10,000.00 Social Media Ads, Blog Writing, Online Reputation 10,000.00 - 10,000.00 TODS Signage 10,000.00 9,586.00 9,586.00 Website Hosting 600.00 742.00 750.00 Event Advertising- Radio, Online, Print 10,000.00 - 5,000.00 Media Library 5,000.00 529.00 5,000.00 NFT Website Link 12,000.00 12,211.00 12,211.00 Mobi Maps 2,240.00 2,279.00 2,280.00 CTM Maps 2,100.00 2,140.00 2,140.00 Billboard Campaign 25,000.00 21,689.00 27,000.00 Contingency 5,000.00 - 5,000.00 Total Marketing 120,180.00 75,780.32 120,347.00 Events 2016 2016 2017 Budget Actual Budget Scotia Bank Sponsorship 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00. New Years Eve 7,500.00 7,500.00 7,500.00 W FO L 15,000.00 15,264.00 15,000.00 Live With Kelly& Ryan 2017 Only - - 7,500.00 Good News Breakfast 3,000.00 3,052.00 3,050.00 Event Sponsorship 25,000.00 16,883.00 25,000.00 Falls Illumination Fund ($6K/YR for 5 YR) 6,000.00 6,000.00 6,000.00 Total Events 59,500.00 51,699.00 67,050.00 Memberships &Conferences 2016 2016 2017 Budget Actual Budget OBIAA 310.00 339.00 310.00 OBIAA Convention 1,000.00 1,099.00 1,000.00 FEO 265.00 - 294.00 FEO Convention - - - GreaterNiagaraChamberofCommerce 600.00 234.00 600.00 Niagara Sports Commission 3,500.00 3,561.00 3,500.00 NET 550.00 560.00 560.00 Total Membership & Conferences 6,225.00 5,793.00 6,264.00 Beautification Banners & Brackets- 30,000.00 49,207.00 5,000.00 Hanging Baskets & Planters 39,000.00 41,716.00 45,000.00 Repairs to Banner& Basket Arms 2,500.00 - 500.00 Street Landscaping/ Maintenance 2,500.00 2,500.00 Street- Benches/Waste Recepticles 5,000.00 n/a Total Beautification: 79,000.00 90,923.00 53,000.00 Administration 2016 2016 2017 Budget Actual Budget Project Administrator 31,836.00 32,730.00 32,500.00 Project Administrator- Expenses 1,000.00 1,016.00 1,000.00 Audit Expense 3,200.00 3,967.00 3,967.00 Bank Charges & Interest 150.00 131.00 150.00 Book Keeping 3,000.00 3,048.00 3,050.00 Insurance- Director's Liability$5M 2,500.00 2,515.00 2,515.00 Legal Fees 1,000.00 - 1,000.00 Mail Box 200.00 159.00 200.00 Meeting Expenses 1,000.00 635.00 1,000.00 Member Communications 1,000.00 - 1,000.00 Misc Expenses 500.00 64.00 500.00 Printing & Postage 300.00 343.00 300.00 Office Expense 400.00 51.00 400.00 Telephone 200.00 - 200.00 Total Administration 46,286.00 44,659.00 47,782.00 Total Operational Expense 311,191.00 268,854.32 294,443.00 NET OPERATIONAL INCOME - 52,578.00 - 13,467.32 - 40,230.00 Reserve Fund (Expenditures) Capital Project Fund Battlefield Archway Illuminated Street Fixtures Pole Painting Street Signs- Intersections Total Reserve Fund Expenditures III I I I I i i I i VICTORIA CENTRE BIA 2016 2017 Approved Approved Budget Budget BIA t E\/1' 475,00,0- 475;0,00 .. ,., Office/Administration/Consultants Salary 70,000 5,000 Administration Salary - 30,000 Travel Expense 250 200 Audit Expense 3,500 4,000 Bank charges 100 100 Office and miscellaneous 5,000 6,000 Business Luncheons 600 300 Conference attendance - - Telephone/internet service 800 800 Association Memberships 1,100 1,200 Professional/Consulting Fees 2,000 1,000 83,350 ' 48,600 Marketinq/Events Marketing Consultant - 24,000 Website Management (incl. with consultant fees) 15,000 - Website banner (NFT) 12,000 12,000 Marketing/Advertisitng 32,000 10,000 Street Banners - 15,000 59;000,:' ."....61,000:' Convention Centre (commitment to 2021) 100,000 100,000 Infrastructure - - Streetscaping (commitment to 2020) 50,000 50,000 Falls Illuminations 25,000 25,000 Beautification -flowers, area maintenenace 33,000 43,000 Event Sponsorships - 25,000 Winter Festival of Lights 50,000 50,000 New Year's Eve 50,000 50,000 NPC Fireworks - - II Casino Consulting - - Contingency 9,650 6,400 HST 15,000 16,000 332,650 365,400 i TOTAL 475,000 475,000 I r i r k E Clifton Hill BIA 4960 Clifton Hill, Box 60 Niagara Falls, Ontario; L2E 688 (905) 357-5911 email: hoakes@cliftonhill.com Memo To: Dean lorfida diortida(d)niagarafalls.ca City of Niagara Falls Frons: Harry. Oakes Date: April 25, 2017 Re: 2017 Budget Please find attached our 2017 budget request for city council consideration. 2017 Budget TQDS Highway Signage $12,000 Streetscape Maintenance 10,000 Accounting & Contingency 3.000 Budget Total $25,000 2017 Tax Levy Request $25000 i i "PMAIN & FERRY BUSINESS I MPRO VEMENTASSO CIATION 6060 MAIN ST. NIAGARA FALLS, ONT. LOG 5Z9 Monday May 1, 2017 Mr. Dean Iorfida City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6X5 Dear Mr. Iorfida, The Main &Ferry Business Improvement Area held its Annual General Meeting on April 27' 2017. At the AGM,the motion of a flat-rate levy was made and was voted upon unanimously. Therefore, we respectfully request each property within the Main &Ferry BIA district be assessed $500.00 per property, setting a$40,000 budget. REVENUES $ 40,000 Total Levy EXENDITURES $ 15,000 Beautification (hanging baskets) $ 15,000 Holiday decorations $ 4,000 Streetlight banners (Canada 150) $ 2,000 Insurance $ 3,000 Auditor 1,000 Miscellaneous $ 40,000 As always, if you have any questions,please do not hesitate to contact me personally. Kind regards, Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg Chair,Main&Ferry BIA Teresa Fabbro From: Bill Matson Sent: Wednesday,July 05,2017 9:25 AM To: Teresa Fabbro Subject: FW: Falsview BIA Budget Attachments: 2017 budget to city.xlsx Fallsview From: Sue Mingle [mailto:suemingle@fallsviewboulevard.com] Sent:Thursday, June 29, 2017 3:58 PM To:Todd Harrison Cc: Army Felicetti; Bill Matson Subject: RE: Falsview BIA Budget Here you go... have a wonderful Canada Day weekend !!! Please note:a rewi finder to change dour contacts with my updated h an+e/ewail,!'postal addresses. Thank tJ-ou. Sue Mingle (McDowell) Ducudve Director Fallsview B.I.A. FALLSVIEW BOULEVARD 6815 Stanley Ave. Niagara Falls, Ontario L2G 3Y9 Cell: 905 348 4880 Tel: 905 357 7000 z:7210 Visit us at www.fallsviewboulevard.com `Like' us on It happens on the Boulevard! From:Todd Harrison [mailto:tharrison@niagarafalls.ca] Sent:Tuesday,June 20,2017 11:56 AM To: 'suemcdowell@fallsviewboulevard.com' <suemcdowell@fallsviewboulevard.com> Cc:Anny Felicetti <afelicetti@niagarafalls.ca>; Bill Matson <blllmatsonCd)nlagarafaIIs.ca> Subject: Falsview BIA Budget Hi Sue, I am just sending this email as a friendly reminder that the City must have the approved Fallsview BIA Budget for 2017 no later than June 30, 2017, so that it can be approved by Council on July 111h. If the City does not receive the budget and have it approved at the Council meeting,the city will be unable to include any levy for the BIA expenses in the final 1 2017 tax bill for the BIA members. If you are not requesting a levy for 2017 this timeline is not relevant, however council would still require a budget for its approval. Similarly,the city cannot advance any funds until it receives the budget. Lastly, can you provide me an update on the 2016 audited F/S for the BIA as the City requires that work be completed for the city's audit. If you have any questions please contact Army or me. Thanks for your prompt attention to these items. Have a great day. Todd Todd Harrison CPA, CMA Director of Finance City of Niagara Falls Phone: 905-356-7521 x4286 Fax: 905-356-0759 tharrison(@niagarafalis.ca d www.nia> arafalls.ca The City of Niagara Falls Confidentiality Notice The information contained in this communication including any attachments may be confidential,Is intended only for the use of the recipient(s)named above,and may be legally privileged.If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,you are hereby notified that any dissemination,distribution,disclosure or copying of this communication,or any of its contents is strictly prohibited.If you have received this communication in error,please re-send this communication to the sender and permanently delete the original and any copy from your computer system.Thank you 2 Levy Allocations 2017 Category Item F-aIlS1��Ctit/" ` Administration Salary $70,450.00 Wages Payroll deductions $3,000.00 Telephone/Internet $1,700.00 Office and Miscellaneous $3,600.00 Conference Attendance $2,000.00 Audit Expense $5,000.00 Insurance Premiums $3,000.00 WSI B $600.00 Bank Charges $120.00 Business Luncheons $300.00 Streetscaping - Flower baskets $28,000.00 Skylon Reimbursement Professional Fees $1,000.00 Hydro $1,000.00 Web Hosting $650.00 sub-Total $120,420.00 Marketing & Illumination Project $87,700.00 Sponsorship various marketing &Online Pres $30,000.00 New Years Eve Winter Festival of Lights $155,000.00 Fireworks (summer) $52,000.00 Association Membership $1,150.00 Contingency $3,730.00 Ice Wine Festival $25,000.00 sub-Total $354,580.00 anticipated Write-offs (property tax appeals fro $16,000.00 Convention Centre $1,000,000.00 HST $9,000.00 sub-Total $1,025,000.00 GRAND TOTAL $1,500,000.00 to come from Reserves Live with Kelly $204,000.00 Write-offs (property tax appeals from 2016) $41,000.00 Write-offs (property tax appeals from 2017 over allocated amount above) I PLANNING, BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT Memo To: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council From: Alex Herlovitch Director of Planning, Building & Development Date: July 11, 2017 Re: Extension request to a Revitalization Grant Agreement for 4480 Bridge Street under the Downtown Community Improvement Plan Applicant: Joedy Burdett Application: RGP-2006-01 A request for an extension of a Revitalization Grant Agreement for 4480 Bridge Street has been submitted to the attention of the Mayor and Council and has been placed under Communications in tonight's Council Agenda. This memorandum provides additional background information for the consideration of Council BACKGROUND The original application for a revitalization grant under the Downtown CIP was submitted in 2006. This proposal to add 4 storeys to the existing automobile tinting operation was approved by Council and an agreement was entered into with the property owner dated June 25, 2007. Under the terms of the Revitalization Grant agreement rehabilitation is to commence within five (5) years and be completed within seven (7) years of the signing of the agreement (i.e. June 25, 2014). The Owner submitted a request for a 3 year extension to the terms of the agreement in 2014. Planning report PBD-2014-23 did not support the extension request. Although there were circumstances that contributed to the delay of the completion of the project, Staff noted that the time period of 7 years should be sufficient to complete the project of this extent. It was the decision of Council that: "Mr. Burdett be granted an extension of 3 years, to complete his development, for the approved revitalization grant". Current Extension Request Mr. Burdett has requested a further extension to the end of 2017 (and possibly more, if Council 'is generous') to complete his building. This would represent an 11 year (or more) construction period for this project. A Great City ... For Generations To Come FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS Once the redevelopment project is complete and reassessment has occurred, a tax increment based incentive would be provided over a 10 year term. The annual grant is based on a decreasing sliding scale of the percentage of the increased portion of tax assessment. The current agreement estimated a grant total of $11,521.87 based on the 2005 assessment value of the property and a 2007 projected post rehabilitation assessment value. The actual grant amount is confirmed at the time of project completion and cannot exceed the actual costs of rehabilitation, which at the time of the initial application, was estimated to be $111,256. It is noted that since 2007, the property has been reassessed by MPAC three times: in 2008, 2012 and 2016. It is not the intent of the program that increases in tax assessment based on MPAC reviews should factor into the calculation of the tax grant as it does not necessarily reflect the improvement of the property resulting from eligible improvements under the CIP. Any extension of the grant approval agreement should give consideration to the maximum amount of the grant offered and the impact on the City's contribution to the CIP programs. Council should consider this information in conjunction with the request by Mr. Burdett. A,. 1 � k AH:FB:mb A Great City ... For Generations To Come '17 05-25 A1409:39 G 9b 05/24/17 To the Mayor and City Council Back in 2014 you granted me an extension to my Revitalization Grant Agreement,CIP Application RGP-01/2006.That extension was requested because,from the time I had sighed the agreement it took 3 years to get the permit to start the project. I had thought I could finish the project in those extra three years (expires June 2017) but it's not going to happen, I am so close though, I am fairly certain that if I had the remainder of 2017 to complete the project that would be enough time, I just need one more summer/fall season period. If you could see your way to grant me at least till the end of the year(more if your feeling generous) I would really appreciate it. It is a person goal to finish the building to completion all by myself,qualifying for the Revitalization Grant Agreement upon completion would certainly be an added bonus. I have even done a few extras, such as switch to underground electrical service (to improve the overall appearance of the site) and construct the 250 m/2 roof to be"green"ready. Thanks, Joedv Burdett,4480 Bridge ST, Niagara Falls Niagara Tintin i i Teresa Fabbro From: Bill Matson Sent: Monday,July 03, 2017 1:12 PM To: Teresa Fabbro Subject: FW: Regional Report CSD 35-2017 re Draft Regional Development Charges By-law Update -Transition Provisions Attachments: CSD 35-2017 Distribution List.pdf Council Communications—Forthe Information of Council. From: Norio, Ann-Marie [mailto:Ann-Marie.Norio@niagararegion.ca] Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 10:02 AM To: Ashley Grigg; Bill Matson; Bonnie Nistico-Dunk; Carmela Radice; Carolyn Langley; Donna Delvecchio; Hazel Soady- Easton; Laura Bubanko; Meredith Kirkham; Nancy Bozzato; Peter Todd; Tara Stephens; William Kolasa; Imishka@gncc.ca'; 'dolores@niagarafallschamber.com'; 'dolores@wellandpelhamchamber.com'; 'info@forteriechamber,com'; 'info@niagarahomebuilders.ca'; 'dolores@pcwchamber.com'; info@greaterthoroldbusinesscouncil.com Cc: Chamberlain, Helen; Murphy, Margaret; Burgess, Jason; Lowe, Shelley Subject: Regional Report CSD 35-2017 re Draft Regional Development Charges By-law Update -Transition Provisions Please be guided by the attached letter. If you have questions, please feel free to contact me. Ann-Marie Norio, BA, Dipl. M.A., CMM II Legislative Coordinator Administration - Office of the Regional Clerk Niagara Region Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3479 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 Fax: 905-687-4977 www.niagarareg ion.ca The Regional Municipality of Niagara Confidentiality Notice The information contained in this communication including any attachments may be confidential, is intended only for the use of the recipient(s) named above, and may be legally privileged. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, disclosure, or copying of this communication, or any of its contents, is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please re-send this communication to the sender and permanently delete the original and any copy of it from your computer system. Thank you. i Administration p IQn Office of the Regional Clerk Niagara Region 1815 Sir Isaac Brocl<Way, PO Box 1042,Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 Telephone: 905-685-4225 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 Fax:905-687-4977 www.n iagararegion.ca June 15, 2017 CL 8-2017, June 8, 2017 CSC76-2017, May 31, 2017 Report CSD 35-2017 DISTRIBUTION LIST SENT ELECTRONICALLY Draft Regional Development Charges By-law Update Transition Provisions CSD 35-2017 Regional Council, at its meeting of June 8, 2017, approved the following recommendation of its Corporate Services Committee: That Report CSD 35-2017, dated May 31, 2017, respecting Draft Regional Development Charges By-law Update - Transition Provisions, BE RECEIVED and the following recommendation BE APPROVED: That a copy of Report CSD 35-2017 BE CIRCULATED to the local area municipalities, local Chambers of Commerce and the Niagara Home Builders Association. That the following motion BE REFERRED to staff to provide a cost analysis of maintaining the current program for another five years: That Niagara Region CONTINUE with the current Regional Development Charge reduction program for five years. A copy of Report CSD 35-2017 is enclosed for your information. Yours truly, i Natasha L. Devos Acting Regional Clerk amn i i The Regional Municipality of Niagara June 8, 2017 Page 2 cc: Local Area Municipalities M. Balsom, President/CEO, Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce K. Marcil,Acting Operation Manager, Greater Fort Erie Chamber of Commerce D. Fabiano, Executive Director, Niagara Falls Chamber of Commerce, Port Colborne/Wainfleet Chamber of Commerce,Welland/Pelham Chamber of Commerce C. McShane, Niagara Home Builders'Association Greater Thorold Business Council M. Murphy,Associate Director, Budget Planning &Strategy H. Chamberlain, Director, Financial Management and Planning J. Burgess,Acting Commissioner, Enterprise Resource Management Services S. Lowe, Executive Assistant to the Commissioner, Enterprise Resource Management Services Niagaraw�`f Region CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 1 Subject: Draft Regional Development Charges By-Law Update - Transition Provisions Report to: Corporate Services Committee Report date: Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Recommendations 1. That the Transition Provisions No. 1, as set out in Appendix 1" BE INCLUDED for consideration in the Draft Regional Development Charges (RDC) by-law. 2. That a copy of this report BE CIRCULATED to the local area municipalities, local Chambers of Commerce and the Niagara Home Builders Association. Key Facts • On July 5, 2012, Council passed By-law 62-2012, "A By-law to Establish Development Charges for the Regional Municipality of Niagara", which includes Development Charges reductions for brownfields and development within designated exemption areas. The By-law expires on August 31, 2017. • Staff recently circulated for public review a new draft RDC by-law that, once adopted, will be in force and effect from September 1, 2017 to August 31, 2022. • The draft RDC By-law, prepared by Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. (Watson), contains revised exemptions for brownfield development up to the eligible costs of remediation. In addition, the program permits brownfields and development within Designated Exemption Areas to receive a refund of up to 50% of development charges for meeting the 2014 Smart Growth Design Criteria. • Staff has been requested by some local area municipalities and developers to continue with the existing Development Charges reductions or to provide transition provisions permitting continuation of the existing exemptions for development in Brownfields and Designated Exemption Areas. • The key issue relates to developments that would, under the existing By-law, obtain Development Charge exemptions exceeding the actual cost of remediation. • Staff is recommending Transition Provisions that expire December 31, 2018 coincidental to completion of the Regional Incentives Review (a full review of all regional incentives programs including the RDC reduction programs). • Staff has identified several properties that are currently under construction or in planning that have received or have requested grandfathering of RDC exemptions under the current Development Charges By-law. The cost of fully funding (grandfathering) all of these properties is estimated at over$56 million based on new rates. ! • Watson and regional staff have also refined the definition of brownfield, updated Schedules "D" and "E" and proposed some additional edits to the by-law to take into consideration other matters identified during the consultation process (highlighted in Appendix 2 attached) I CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 2 Financial Considerations It is important to note, that when RDCs are reduced, Council must either fund these reduction amounts back to the RDC reserves or reduce RDC reserve allocations to eligible capital projects and fund the shortfall with tax/rate funding. This means some eligible capital projects may be decreased or eliminated, which may in turn slow the provision of services required for growth. Funding sources to pay back the RDC reserves are usually in the form of tax levy or rate contributions, as required under the Development Charges Act. While $127 million ($25.4 million/year) in RDCs have been collected since 2012, approximately $20.5 million ($4.1 million/year) in RDC discretionary reductions have been granted (these do not include the Industrial and Non-Profit RDC grants), resulting in fewer dollars being allocated to growth capital projects. Staff is proposing a more focused objective program of reductions in the draft RDC by-law. Schedule "D" of the draft RDC by-law (Appendix 2) proposes to enhance the reduction for brownfield development up to 100% of the DC charge (up from 50% and 75% for development in urban area and designated community improvement plan areas, respectively). However, it limits the reduction to eligible costs of remediation. The reduction program is intended to create a level playing field between properties that require remediation and those that do not. This program is similar to the city of Hamilton ERASE Development Charge Reduction Program. The uptake of this program is unknown and the source of funding has not been identified. Schedule "E" of the RDC by-law (Appendix 2) proposes to further reduce the development charges payable for development in Designated Exemption Areas and brownfields provided the 2014 Smart Growth Design Criteria or LEED certification are achieved. Similar to Schedule "D", the uptake of this program is unknown and the source of funding has also not been identified. Some local area municipalities and developers have requested continuation of the existing Program or new Transition Provisions permitting continued use of the current Program. Understanding the impacts the changes may have on development already underway, a Transition Provision is being recommended to the Schedule D and E provisions to continue the current by-law reductions for qualifying developments until December 31, 2018, at which time, the new by-law will apply to all development. Staff has identified properties, based on previous discussions and correspondence, that may qualify under the proposed Transition Provisions, as well as, the costs in forgone development charges revenue associated with these projects, as identified in Appendix "3". However, staff is concerned that this list is not all-inclusive as many applications are not received until construction of a development is complete. Therefore, the uptake of this program is unknown and the source of funding has also not been identified. The proposed Transitional Provisions, based on development information currently on hand, could have a potential impact of$56 million ($11.2 million per year) in RDC reductions. This represents an average increase to the Tax Levy of 2% per year, and an CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 3 average increase to the WatedWaste Water Rate requisition of 3.0% per year in order to fund the RDC Reserves for the amount of the reduction. Currently there is no budget to support the funding proposed for Schedule "D" and "E" or Transition Provisions, which means staff will be required to reduce DC Reserve funding allocations to eligible capital projects, or a base budget increase will be required to fund these amounts back to the DC Reserve. Table 1 compares the impact of the proposed RDC by-law to the current by-law, exclusive and inclusive of the proposed transition provisions for a sample development when remediation costs are greater or less than the RDC payable. A transition policy is not required when remediation costs are above the RDC payable as the new by-law provides an enhanced reduction at 100% of the amount payable. Under the proposed by-law, lands with higher remediation costs are more fully compensated for those costs. This comes closer to leveling the playing field with non-brownfield development. The proposed Transition Provisions offer a greater RDC reduction than the proposed by-law but not to the extent of a development with remediation costs higher than the RDC payable. If the cap at remediation costs is eliminated in the new by-law zero net RDCs would be payable by the Developer ($82,545 additional reduction using the example below) therefore increasing the growth funded by Regional tax/rate funding. CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED Development Scenario: BY-LAW BY-LAW TRANSITION PROVISIONS -15 residential units -Brownfield Remediation Remediation Remediation Remediation costs costs do no limit costs below costs above below applicable RDC reductions applicable RDC applicable RDC RDC Eligible Remediation Costs N/A 50,000 300,000 50,000 Total Applicable RDCs 157,260 285,090 285,090 285,090 Demolition Credit (20,000) (20,000) (20,000) (20,000) Brownfield Reduction' (68,630) (50,000) (300,000) (68,630) RDC's payable by developer at Building Permit 68,630 215,090 1 0 196,460 Smart Growth Reduction (68,630) (132,545) 0 (132,545) Net RDCs Paid by Developer 0 82,545 0 63,915 TOTAL RDC REDUCTIONS '... (EXCLUDING DEMO CNEINr) (137,260) (182,545) (265,090) (201,175) ' Brownfield Reduction equals the amount eligible under the current by-law or eligible remediation costs, whichever is more to the limit of applicable RDCs. CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 4 Analysis A Development Charge Reduction Program was introduced in 2002. It provided development charge reductions for brownfields and Community Improvement Plan areas, and also incorporated a program for a refund based on very modest smart growth design criteria requirements. The Development Charges Reduction Program approved by Regional Council in May 2014 included revised smart growth design criteria, as well as, a Transition Policy allowing continued use of the 2002 criteria instead of the revised criteria for qualifying properties. The need for the 2014 Transition Policy was determined in consultation with representatives from the development community and the local area municipalities, and upon review of Council's objectives with respect to increasing building permit and assessment growth. The main concern expressed was that financial decisions (land purchase, etc.) are made by developers based on policies existing at that time and would be penalized by needing to comply with the more rigorous 2014 criteria. The Transition Policy required that development meet specific requirements in order to qualify, and in particular, that a building permit be issued prior to December 31, 2014. Staffs focus in preparing the new RDC by-law has shifted from providing a reduction in RDCs for land within the Designated Exemption Areas (CIPs) and for Smart Growth Design requirements to providing remediation and redevelopment of brownfields. The Regional Incentives Review, to be completed in 2018, will examine incentive programs for the Designated Exemption Areas (CIPs) and Smart Growth, and recommend new or revised programs for Council approval (outside of the RDC by-law). The present brownfield RDC reduction program has been in effect since 2002. The intent of the program was to provide properties with the ability to recover the cost of remediation, promote brownfield redevelopment and provide competitive equality between properties that require remediation and those that do not. It is submitted that the current by-law does not accomplish this particularly when remediation costs are minimal. By way of example, in one existing case there are two properties in proximity to each other; Property A is not a brownfield, while Property B is a brownfield with limited site remediation. Today, Property A will be paying full RDCs averaging $4,650/dwelling and has no opportunity to apply for a Smart Growth Design reduction. As a brownfield, Property B receives a reduction at building permit issuance of$2,325/dwelling (which more than covers the cost of remediation), and further, is eligible to meet the Smart Growth criteria and receive a further 50% refund reducing RDCs to $0. During the 2017 RDC study, meetings were again held with the local area municipalities, non-governmental stakeholders and internal staff. It was identified that with increased demand being placed on development charges to fund incentives, the current by-law must be refined to focus on Council's objectives and priorities. Other matters were also identified, including: CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 5 • The continued expansion and creation of new Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Areas across the Region that put an increased demand on limited funding sources; • The change in market conditions in Niagara since 2002, particularly with respect to low density residential development, which questions the true need of the RDC reduction program under current market conditions; • The appropriateness of the RDC reduction program related to smart growth criteria being included within a development charges by-law; and • The need to review all regional incentives programs. As a result of these discussions, Watson with support from Regional staff, developed modified RDC reductions (Schedules D and E in Appendix 2) and Transition Provisions (Appendix 1). Staff has proposed the Transition Provisions in recognition of a number of brownfield redevelopment sites unable to pull building permits prior to the lapsing of the current by- law (Appendix 3). Staff recommends consideration of the attached 2017 Development Charges Reduction Transition Provisions (see Appendix"1"). The following principles have been applied to the Transition Provisions: 1. Establish criteria to determine eligibility; 2. Be fiscally responsible/sustainable, 3. Establish a clear expiration date; 4. Identify that developments grandfathered under the 2017 Transition Provisions will not be given further extension beyond its expiry date; and 5. Level the playing field with non-Brownfield sites to the extent feasible. Other Modifications to the Draft Regional Development Charges By-law In response to stakeholders' comments, Watson and staff have recommended a number of modifications to the draft proposed RDC by-law as identified in Appendix 2. Recommended wording refinements in the proposed by-law include revised definitions for brownfields and Eligible Costs of Remediation. These refinements have expanded the definition of brownfield to include Agricultural, and Institutional developments. Further, brownfields will be specifically identified as those sites that require remediation. The MOECC has confirmed that golf courses are considered to be a commercial use which falls under the current By-Law's brownfield definition; therefore no refinements are required to deal specifically with golf courses. CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 6 Alternatives Reviewed 1. Implement the recommended Transition Provisions No. 1 as set out in Appendix 1 which expires December 31, 2018. RECOMMENDED 2. Expand the Transition Provisions in Appendix 1 to extend the expiry date to December 31, 2020 and provide option to prepay RDC (see Transition Provisions No. 2 in Appendix 4). NOT RECOMMENDED, as the costs to fund this program are high, it would not accomplish the original intent of the program and it may be perceived as favouring a particular development which may be interpreted as bonusing. 3. No Transition Provisions - NOT RECOMMENDED as this would possibly delay developments underway (in their final stages) to complete their project. 4. Continue with the current RDC reduction program for five years — NOT RECOMMENDED as the costs to fund this program are high, it would not accomplish the original intent of the program to encourage development in specific locations and it may be perceived as favouring a particular development which may be interpreted as bonusing. Relationship to Council Strategic Priorities The refinements to the RDC By-Law are based on Council's Strategic Priorities to promote growth in those areas where appropriate funding assistance is required, such as brownfields. Other Pertinent Reports PDS 14-2014 Smart Growth Design Criteria and Application May 2014 Process for Development Charge Reductions in designated Areas CSD 35-2017 May 31, 2017 Page 7 Prepared by: Recommended by: Margaret Murphy Jason Burgess Associate Director Acting Commissioner Budget Planning & Strategy Enterprise Resource Management Services Submitted by: Carmelo D'Angelo, BSc, MPA Chief Administrative Officer This report was prepared in consultation with Marilyn Radman, Associate Director, Development Planning and Urban Design and Stephen Chisholm, Legal Counsel, Legal and Court Services and reviewed by Helen Chamberlain, Director, Financial Management and Planning Appendices Appendix 1 Regional Development Charges Reduction Transition Provisions No. 1 Appendix 2 Revised Draft RDC By-law Appendix 3 Potential Development Charges Reductions Appendix 4 Alternative Regional Development Charges Reduction Transition Provision No. 2 i E i i i CSC 35-2017 Appendix 1 May 31, 2017 Regional Development Charges Reduction TRANSITION PROVISIONS NO. 1 Please Note All of the Following: • This Transition Provision expires on December 31, 2018. • Development grandfathered under this policy will not receive further extension. • Grandfathering is not transferable through change in land ownership after August 31, 2017. 1. In order to be eligible for the Development Charge Reduction contained in Development Charges By-law 62-2012, Schedule B1 (a) and calculated using the RDC rate in effect on August 31, 2017 all of the following conditions must be met: a. Application shall be received prior to the expiry of Development Charges By-law 52- 2012 on August 31, 2017 and shall contain the following required documentation: i. Proof of land transaction/ownership of land; ii. A completed Phase 2 ESA'for the subject site that identifies mandatory remediation to meet MOECC Standards; iii. Proof that remediation is in progress or a contract awarded; b. Proof that a complete planning/development application has been received by the local municipality, as required for site development prior to December 31, 2017. c. Upon verification of Sections 1(a) and 1(b) (above) and prior to December 31, 2017, an agreement in form acceptable to the Niagara Region must be executed that contains, inter alio, the following terms: i. A Building Permit for the development must be issued prior to December 31, 2018, otherwise the agreement becomes null and void. ii. The Transition Provision only applies to the applicant identified in Section 1(a) (above) and is not transferable through change in land ownership. 2. The Development Charge Reductions contained in Development Charge By-law XX-2017, Schedule E is based on Smart Growth Design Criteria approved by Regional Council in May 14, 2014 and applicable until December 31, 2018. 3. Calculation of the applicable RDC will be as follows: 'Prepared and signed by a Qualified Person(QP)as per Ontario Regulation 153/04,as amended. 2 Complete application in accordance with the Planning Act and related Regulations. a. The Development Charge rate payable will be the rate in effect at the time of issuance of the building permit; b. Less the potential amount that may be refunded based on Development Charges By- law 62-2012,Schedule B1 (a) and the Council approved 2014 Smart Growth Design Criteria or LEED certification. By way of example,the method for calculating RDCs shall be calculated as follows: F p i Development Charges Amount to be paid at time of Building Permit issuance=A—B i !I Amount that may be refunded based on Smart Growth Design Criteria or LEED certification=C !I ii Total Development Charges Payable Demolition DC CreditIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIE [A (based on 2017 By-law) ;i 50 ii Total Development Chag (Brownfield Reduction based on By- j calculated at August 31,20177 law 62-2012,Schedule 61(a)) ! i 50% (Smart Growth Design Criteria I ) '! Reduction based on 2014 Criteria) ! I ! i i Page 2 Transition Provision#1 Pa g i The Corporation of the Region of Niagara By-law Number _-2017 A BY-LAW TO ESTABLISH DEVELOPMENT CHARGES FOR THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA AND TO REPEAL BY-LAW 62- 2012 WHEREAS subsection 2(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended c. 27 (hereinafter called "the Act") provides that the council of a municipality may pass By- laws for the imposition of development charges against land for increased capital costs required because of the need for services arising from development in the area to which the by-law applies; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Regional Municipality of Niagara has given Notice on April 28, 2017 according to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, of its intention to pass a by-law under Section 2 of the Act; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Regional Municipality of Niagara has heard all persons who applied to be heard no matter whether in objection to, or in support of, the development charge proposal at a public meeting held on June 8, 2017; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Regional Municipality of Niagara had before it a report entitled Development Charge Background Study dated April 28, 2017 prepared by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., wherein it is indicated that the development of any land within the Regional Municipality of Niagara will increase the need for services as defined herein; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Regional Municipality of Niagara on June 29, 2017 approved the applicable Development Charge Background Study, inclusive of the capital forecast therein, in which certain recommendations were made relating to the establishment of a development charge policy for the Regional Municipality of Niagara pursuant to the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Regional Municipality of Niagara on June 29, 2017 determined that no additional public meeting was required to be held as part of the approval process; NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Regional Municipality of Niagara enacts as follows: Watson&Associates Economists Ltd, https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx DEFINITIONS 1. In this By-law: "Act" means the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27, as amended; "agricultural use" means use or intended use for bona fide farming purposes where the proposed development will qualify as a farm business operating with a valid Farm Business Registration Number issued by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and/or be assessed in the Farmland Realty Tax Class by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation; (a) including (but not limited to): (i) cultivation of crops, whether on open land or in greenhouses, including (but not limited to) fruit, vegetables, herbs, grains, field crops, marijuana, sod, trees, shrubs, flowers, and ornamental plants; (ii) raising of animals, including (but not limited to) cattle, horses, pigs, poultry, livestock, fish; and (iii) agricultural animal husbandry, dairying, equestrian activities, horticulture, fallowing, pasturing, and market gardening; (b) but excluding: (i) retail sales activities; including but not limited to restaurants, banquet facilities, hospitality facilities and gift shops; (ii) services related to grooming, boarding or breeding of household pets; and (iii) marijuana processing or production facilities. "apartment" means any residential building containing more than four dwelling units where the units are connected by an interior corridor, but does not include a special care/special need dwelling unit/room, or dormitories; "back-to-back townhouse dwelling" means a building containing more than two dwelling units separated vertically by a common wall, including a rear common wall, that do not have rear yards; "bedroom" means a habitable room larger than seven square metres, including a den, study, or other similar area, but does not include a living room, dining room, kitchen or bathroom. Watson 8 Associates Economists Ltd. https://escribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_20171eSCRIBE DocumentsAeSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx j "board of education" means a board as defined in the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.2, as amended; "brownfield" means land located within the urban areas as defined from time to time in the Regional Official Plan, upon which there has been previous agricultural, industrial, institutional, or commercial or open lands use or other use as prescribed under Ontario Regulation 153/04, as amended from time to time, and for which site remediation is required in accordance with a Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment, and for which a Record of Site Condition has been filed on the Province's Brownfields Environmental Site Registry in order to permit a change of use pursuant to the Environmental Protection Act, R.S.O. 1990 and Ontario Regulation 153/04, as amended from time to time; "building permit" means a permit pursuant to the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c. 23, as amended; "calculation date" means the date on which the first building permit is issued by the local municipality; "commercial purpose" means used, designed or intended for use for or in connection with the purchase and/or sale and/or rental of commodities; the provision of services for a fee; or the operation of a business office, and includes hotels and motels; "development" means the construction, erection or placing of one or more buildings or structures on land or the making of an addition or alteration to a building or structure that has the effect of increasing the size or usability thereof, and includes redevelopment; notwithstanding the foregoing, development does not include temporary structures, including but not limited to, seasonal hoop structures, seasonal fabric structures, tents, or produce sales stands; "dwelling room" means either a) each bedroom used, designed or intended for use by one or more persons living together in a lodging home, dormitories, or b) in the case of a special care/special dwelling unit/room, each individual room or suite of rooms used, designed or intended for use by one or two persons with or without exclusive sanitary and/or culinary facilities. "dwelling unit" means one or more rooms used, designed or intended to be used by one or more persons as a residence and which has access to culinary and/or sanitary facilities. A "dwelling unit" does not include a Park Model Trailer Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.//escnbe.niagararegion.calCorpomte Services Committee_May3l_2017/eSCRIBE Docaments/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2097 Appendix 2.docx conforming to National Standard of Canada #CAN/CSA - Z241.0-92 or similar standard; "eligible costs of remediation" means work related to the following categories: (a) Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments; (b) Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments; (c) Environmental Remediation Work; and (d) Indirect Remediation Costs, all as detailed in the listing of eligible remediation costs by category in Schedule " F. "existing industrial building" means a building or buildings existing on a site in the Regional Municipality of Niagara as of July 6, 2012 or the buildings or structures constructed and occupied on a vacant site pursuant to site plan approval under section 41 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 (the "Planning Act") subsequent to the July 6, 2012 was passed for which development charges were exempted or paid for and means a building used for or in connection with: (a) manufacturing, producing, and processing goods for a commercial purpose, as well as storing and or distribution of the goods manufactured, produced or processed on site; (b) research or development in connection with manufacturing, producing or processing something; (c) retail sales by a manufacturer, producer or processor of something they manufactured, produced or processed, if the retail sales are at the site where the manufacturing, production or processing takes place; (d) office or administrative purposes, if they are: i (i) carried out with respect to manufacturing, producing, processing, storage or distributing of something; and I (ii) in or attached to the building or structure used for that i manufacturing, producing, processing, storage or distribution; r i t Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_20177eSCRIBE DOcuments7eSCRIBE Raw Attachment&121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx r; "granny flat" means a one-unit detached, temporary residential structure, containing culinary and sanitary facilities that is ancillary to an existing residential structure and that is designed to be temporary; "gross floor area" means the total floor area, measured between the outside of exterior walls, virtual walls or between the outside of exterior walls or virtual walls and the centre line of party walls dividing the building from another building, of all floors and mezzanines, above and below the average level of finished ground adjoining the building at its exterior walls; "group home" means a dwelling for the accommodation of three to eight residents, supervised by agency staff and funded wholly or in part by any government or its agency and approved or supervised by the Province of Ontario under any Act. "industrial use" means land, buildings or structures used for or in connection with manufacturing by: (a) manufacturing, producing, and processing goods for a commercial purpose, as well as storing and or distribution of goods manufactured, produced or processed on site; (b) research or development in connection with manufacturing, producing or processing good for a commercial purpose; (c) retail sales by a manufacturer, producer or processor of goods they manufactured, produced or processed, if the retail sales are at the site where the manufacturing, production or processing takes place; (d) office or administrative purposes, if it is: (i) carried out with respect to manufacturing, producing, processing, storage or distributing of something; and (iv) in or attached to the building or structure used for that manufacturing, producing, processing, storage or distribution; "institutional" means lands, buildings or structures used or designed or intended for use by an organized body, society or religious group for promoting a public or non-profit purpose and offices where such uses are accessory to an institutional use. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:77escribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments1211CS0 35-2017Appendix 2.docx "live/work unit" means a unit which contains separate residential and non- residential areas intended for both residential and non-residential uses concurrently, and shares a common wall or floor with direct access between the residential and non-residential areas. "local board" means a municipal service board, transportation commission, public library board, board of health, police services board, planning board, or any other board, commission, committee, body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes of one or more local municipalities or the Region, but excluding a board of education, a conservation authority, any municipal services corporation that is not deemed to be a local board under O. Reg. 599/06 made under the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended; "local municipality" means any one of the municipalities of the Town of Fort Erie, Town of Grimsby, Town of Lincoln, City of Niagara Falls, Town of Niagara-on- the-Lake, Town of Pelham, City of Port Colborne, City of St. Catharines, City of Thorold, Township of Wainfleet, City of Welland, and the Township of West Lincoln; "lodging home" means a boarding, lodging, or rooming house in which lodging is provided for more than four persons in return for remuneration or for the provision of services, or for both, and in which the lodging rooms do not have both bathrooms and kitchen facilities for the exclusive use of individual occupants. "long term care home" means homes, nursing homes or homes for the aged where the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care funds the care provided in such homes and application for accommodation is made through a Community Care Access Centre. "mezzanine' means an intermediate floor assembly between the floor and ceiling of any room or storey and includes an interior balcony; "mixed-use building" means a building or structure used for both residential and non-residential use; "multiplex dwelling" means a residential building containing three or more dwelling units, each of which unit has a separate entrance to grade; "municipal housing project facilities" has the same meaning as that specified in the Region's Municipal Housing Facility By-law (No. 34-2004), as may be amended; Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https://escribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May3e20171eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx "non-residential building" means a building or structure used exclusively for non- residential use; "non-residential use" means use or intended use for any purpose other than human habitation and includes, but is not limited to, an institutional use, an industrial use, and a commercial use; "other multiple' means all residential units other than a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling, apartment dwelling or a dwelling room, including, but not limited to, row dwellings, multiplex, back-to-back townhouse dwelling, stacked townhouse dwelling, and the residential component of live/work units; "parking structure' means buildings or structures uses for the parking of motor vehicles; "place of worship" means any building or part thereof that is owned by a church or religious organization that is exempt from taxation as a place of worship pursuant to the Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. A.31, as amended; "premise" means one or more dwelling units and/or one or more square feet used for non-residential use; "Region" means The Regional Municipality of Niagara; "Regulation" means O. Reg. 82/98 under the Act, as amended; "residential building" means a building used exclusively for residential use, including but not limited to a single detached dwelling, a semi-detached dwelling, a row dwelling, stacked townhouse dwelling, back-to-back townhouse dwelling, a multiplex dwelling, an apartment dwelling, a dwelling room; or the residential component of a live/work unit; "residential use' means use or intended use for human habitation and ancillary purposes, and includes such use related to agricultural use, but does not include a hotel/motel use; for purposes of this definition "ancillary purposes' includes (but is not limited to) vehicle storage and equipment storage; "row dwelling" means a residential building containing three or more dwelling units separated by vertical division, each of which units has a separate entrance to grade; Watson 8 Associates Economists Ltd. https:/7escribe.niagararegion,calCorpomte Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Docaments7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments1211CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx "semi-detached dwelling" means a dwelling unit in a residential building consisting of two dwelling units having one shared vertical wall, but no other parts, attached; "single detached dwelling" means a residential building containing one dwelling unit and not attached to another structure. Where it is attached to another structure by footings or below grade walls only, it shall be considered a single detached dwelling for the purposes of this by-law; and "special care/special dwelling unit/room" means a residence a) containing two or more dwelling rooms, which rooms have common entrance from street level; and b) where the occupants have the right to use in common with other occupants, halls, stairs, yards, common room and accessory buildings; and c) that is designed to accommodate persons with specific needs, including but not limited to, independent permanent living arrangements; and where support services, such as meal preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, housing, nursing, respite care and attending services are provided at various levels; and includes but is not limited to retirement homes or lodges, group homes, dormitories, and hospices. "stacked townhouse dwelling" means a building containing two or more dwelling units where each dwelling unit is separated horizontally and/or vertically from another dwelling unit by a common wall or floor; "use" means either residential use or non-residential use. "wind turbine' means a part of a system that converts energy into electricity, and consists of a wind turbine, a tower and associated control or conversion electronics. A wind turbine and energy system may be connected to the electricity grid in circuits at a substation to provide electricity off-site for sale to an electrical utility or other intermediary, where there is a rated output of more than 3 kilowatts. RULES 2. For the purposes of complying with section 6 of the Act: Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx (a) The rules for determining if a development charge is payable in any particular case and for determining the amount of the charge shall be in accordance with sections 4 through 9, and 20 and 21. (b) The rules for determining exemptions, relief, credits and adjustments shall be in accordance with sections 10 through 17. (c) The rules for determining the phasing in of development charges shall be in accordance with section 8. (d) The rules for determining the indexing of development charges shall be in accordance with sections 20 and 21. (e) The rules respecting the redevelopment of land shall be in accordance with sections 18 and 19. LANDS AFFECTED 3. This By-law applies to all lands in the geographic area of the Region, being all of the lands shown on Schedule "K. APPROVALS FOR DEVELOPMENT 4. (1) Development charges under this By-law shall be imposed against all development if the development requires: (a) the passing of a zoning by-law or of an amendment to a zoning by-law under section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended; (b) approval of a minor variance under section 45 of the Planning Act; (c) a conveyance of land to which a by-law passed under subsection 50(7), of the Planning Act applies; (d) the approval of a plan of subdivision under section 51 of the Planning Act; (e) a consent under section 53 of the Planning Act; (f) the approval of a description under section 50 of the Condominium Act, 1998, S.O. 1998, c. 19, as amended; or (g) the issuing of a permit under the Building Code Act in relation to a building or structure. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescnbe.niagarategion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx (2) That nothing in this By-law prevents Council from requiring, in an agreement under section 51 of the Planning Act or as a condition of consent or an agreement respecting same under section 53 of the Planning Act, that the owner, at his or her own expense, install such local services related to or within the area to which a plan of subdivision or consent relates, as Council may require, in accordance with the Region's applicable local service policy in the effect at the time. DESIGNATION OF SERVICES 5. A development charge shall include: (a) a charge in respect of general government, police services, emergency medical services, health services, P.O.A. services, long-term care, social housing, waste diversion, public works and services related to a highway; (b) if water service is available, a charge in respect of water; and (c) if wastewater service is available, a charge in respect of wastewater. AMOUNT OF CHARGE Amount of Charge — Residential 6. For development for residential purposes, development charges shall be imposed on all residential development, including a dwelling unit accessory to a non-residential development and the residential component of a mixed-use building, including the residential component of a live/work unit, according to the number and type of dwelling units on the lands as set out in Schedule "C". Amount of Charge— Non-residential 7. For development for non-residential purposes, development charges shall be imposed on all non-residential development and, in the case of a mixed-used building, on the non-residential component of the mixed-use building, including the non-residential component of a live/work unit, according to the type and gross floor area of the non-residential component as set out in Schedule "C". Phasing in of Development Charges & The development charge schedule in Schedule "C" is not phased in. I TIMING AND CALCULATION AND PAYMENT I Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:/7escribe.niagamregion.calCorporate Services I' Committee May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments1211CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx 9. (1) The development charge under this By-law shall be calculated using the rate effective on the calculation date with respect to such development and shall be payable on the issuance of the first building permit with respect to such development. (2) No Chief Building Official of any local municipality shall issue a building permit in respect of a development for which a development charge is payable pursuant to this By-law, until such development charge is paid. (3) The Region may, by agreement pursuant to section 38 of the Act, permit an owner to perform work that relates to a service to which this by-law applies in lieu of the payment of all or any portion of a development charge. The Region will give the owner who performed the work a credit towards the development charge in accordance with the agreement and subject to the requirements of the Act. In addition, the Region may, in the case of development located outside of the existing service area, require payment of an appropriate share of the costs of the required infrastructure within the existing service area, in addition to the costs external to the service area. EXEMPTIONS 10. The following are exempt from the payment of development charges under this By-law by reason of section 3 of the Act: (a) lands and buildings owned by and used for the purposes of any local municipality or the Region or any local board unless such buildings or parts thereof are used, designed or intended for use primarily for or in connection with any commercial purpose; and (b) land and buildings owned by and used for the purposes of a board of education unless such buildings or parts thereof are used, designed or intended for use primarily for or in connection with any commercial purpose. 11. Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, no development charge is imposed under this By-law respecting: (a) granny flats; (b) parking structures; (c) non-residential lands and buildings used for agricultural use; Watson 8 Associates Economists Ltd. https:7/escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachmentsi21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx (d) that portion of a place of worship which is used exclusively as a place of worship for religious services and any reception and meeting areas used in connection with, or integral to the worship space. (e) lands and buildings used or intended to be used as municipal housing project facilities, as set out in section 110 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.0. 2001 c. 25, O.Reg.603/06 under the Municipal Act 2001, and the Region's Municipal Housing Facility by-law, all as may be amended; (f) lands and buildings used for affordable housing projects that receive funding through an agreement with Niagara Regional Housing or a department or designated agency of the Niagara Region, provided that: (i) this exemption shall only apply to that proportion or number of units in a development which are designated or identified as affordable housing and (ii) the owner of the lands continues to use the lands and buildings for affordable housing. If the owner ceases to use the proportionate share of the lands and buildings for affordable housing, the development charges exempted under this section shall become due and payable. The owner shall be required to enter into an agreement with the Region under section 27 of the Act respecting the timing and calculation of payment of development charges, notice of which the owner shall register on the title to the lands at its sole cost and expense with the intention that the provisions shall bind and run with title to the lands. and (g) canopies including gas station canopies and those intended for the; parking; and loading or unloading of vehicles; Partial Exemptions 12. Notwithstanding any other provision of this By-law, the development charge imposed under this By-law respecting the development of a long-term care home shall be reduced by 50%. Rules with Respect to Brownfield Development located within the Urban Areas 13. The rules with respect to Brownfield Development located within the Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction are set out in Schedule "D" and supporting Schedules D1-11. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.✓lescribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_2017MSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachment&121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Rules with Respect to Development located within the Designated Exemption Areas and Brownfield Development within the Urban Areas 14. The rules with respect Development located within the Designated Exemption Areas and to Brownfield Developments within the Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction are set out in Schedule "E" and supporting Schedules E1 to E10. Rules with Respect to Exemptions for Intensification of Existing Housing 15. Pursuant to the Act, no development charge is payable if the development is only the enlargement of an existing dwelling unit. 16. Pursuant to the Act and Regulation, no development charge is payable if the development is only the creation of: (a) one or two additional dwelling units in a single detached dwelling, where the total gross floor area of the additional dwelling unit or units is less than or equal to the gross floor area of the existing dwelling unit; (b) one additional dwelling unit in a semi-detached dwelling or row dwelling, where the gross floor area of the additional dwelling unit is less than or equal to the gross floor area of the existing dwelling unit; or (c) one additional dwelling unit in a dwelling other than a single detached dwelling, semi-detached dwelling or row dwelling, where the gross floor area of the additional dwelling unit is less than or equal to the gross floor area of the smallest existing dwelling unit in the residential building. Rules with Respect to Exemptions for Industrial Enlargement 17. (1) Pursuant to the Act, and notwithstanding any other provision of this by- law, there shall be an exemption from the payment of development charges for one or more enlargements of existing industrial buildings on a site, up to a maximum of fifty percent of the gross floor area before the first enlargement for which an exemption from the payment of development charges was granted pursuant to the Development Charges Act or this section. The development need not be an attached addition or expansion of an existing industrial building, but rather may be a new standalone structure, provided it is located on the same parcel of land. Development charges shall be imposed in accordance with this by-law with respect to the amount of floor area of an enlargement that results in the gross floor area of the industrial building on the site being increased by Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calColporate Services Committee_May3l_20177eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2097 Appendix 2.docx greater than fifty per cent of the gross floor area of all the existing industrial buildings on the site. (2) If the gross floor area is enlarged by more than 50 percent, the amount of the development charge in respect of the enlargement is the amount of the development charge that would otherwise be payable multiplied by the fraction determined as follows: 1. Determine the amount by which the enlargement exceeds 50 percent of the gross floor area before the enlargement. 2. Divide the amount determined under paragraph 1 by the amount of the enlargement. Rules With Respect to Redevelopment— Demolitions 18. (1) If application is made for a building permit in respect of a parcel of land upon which a premise existed within five years prior to the date of such application, but which premise has been demolished or destroyed before the date of such application, then the amount of development charges payable upon issuance of the said building permit shall be reduced by the net amount, calculated pursuant to this By-law at the current development charge rates, that would be payable as development charges in respect of the demolished or destroyed premise, provided that such reduction shall not exceed the development charges otherwise payable. For purposes of this subsection, "net" means the excess of the development charges for premises constructed, over the development charges for premises demolished or destroyed. (2) If, at the time of payment of development charges in respect of a parcel of land, the owner of the said land provides written notification of his/her intention to demolish (within five years) a premise existing on that parcel at the time of such payment, then upon the subsequent assurance by the Treasurer of the relevant local municipality (or his or her designate) to the Region's Treasurer, within five years after such payment, that such premise on such parcel has indeed been so demolished (and the particulars of such demolished premise), the Region shall refund to such owner a reduction in the development charges paid, which reduction is the amount, calculated pursuant to this By-law or a predecessor by- law of the Region, at the development charge rates in effect at the time of such payment, that would have been payable as development charges in respect of the premise demolished, provided that such reduction shall not exceed the development charges actually paid. 4 Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:77escribe.niagararegion.ca7Corporate Services Committee_May31_20177eSCRIBE Documents7aSCRIBE Raw Attachments1217CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx P t (3) Where demolition takes place on a brownfield, the above conditions apply however, an application may be made to the Regional Treasurer for an extension of time for the redevelopment credit of up to three additional years if the redevelopment has not been able to proceed due to delays in completing the remediation works. This application must be received prior to the expiry of the initial five year period as provided in section 18. (1) of this by-law. This application will be considered by Regional Council for approval. (4) Where the first use of a premises would be exempt from development charges by operation of s.10 of this By-law, the reduction available under 18.(1), 18(2), and 18(3) above shall be determined by assessing the first use of the premises at the Institutional rate set forth in Schedule "C' to this By-law. Rules With Respect to Redevelopment— Conversions 19. (1)If a development includes the conversion of a premise from one use (the "first use") to another use, then the amount of development charges payable shall be reduced by the amount, calculated pursuant to this By-law at the current development charge rates, that would be payable as development charges in respect of the first use, provided that such reduction shall not exceed the development charges otherwise payable. (2)Where the first use of a premises would be exempt from development charges by operation of s.10 of this By-law, the reduction available under 19.(1) above shall be determined by assessing the first use of the premises at the Institutional rate set forth in Schedule "C' to this By-law. INDEXING 20. The amounts of development charges imposed pursuant to this By-law, as set out in Schedule "C' shall be adjusted annually without amendment to this By-law, in accordance with the Statistics Canada Quarterly Construction Price Statistics (catalogue number 62-007). 21. For greater certainty, on January 1St of each year, the annual indexation adjustment shall be applied to the development charge as set out in Schedule "C", plus the accumulated annual indexation adjustments from previous years, if any. GENERAL 22. The following schedules to this By-law form an integral part of this By-law: Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.//escrihe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "A" — Map of the Regional Municipality of Niagara Schedule "B" — Components of Services Designated in Section 5 Schedule "C" — Development Charges Schedule "D" — Rules with Respect to Brownfield Development located within Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) Schedule "D1" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — Town of Fort Erie Schedule "D2" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — Town of Grimsby Schedule "D3" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/Waiver (subject to section 14) —Town of Lincoln Schedule "D4" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — City of Niagara Falls Schedule "D5" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake Schedule "D6" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/Waiver (subject to section 14) —Town of Pelham Schedule "DT' — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — City of Port Colborne Schedule "D8" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — City of St. Catharines Schedule "D9" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/Waiver (subject to section 14) — City of Thorold i i I I I Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https./7escrihe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services 4 Committee_May312017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments1217CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx i i f Schedule "D10" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/Waiver (subject to section 14) — City of Welland Schedule "D11" — Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 14) — Township of West Lincoln Schedule "E" — Rules with Respect to Development located within the Designated Exemption Areas and Brownfield Developments within the Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction Program (subject to section 14) Schedule "E1" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) —Town of Fort Erie Schedule "E2" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) —Town of Grimsby Schedule "E3" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) —Town of Lincoln Schedule "E4" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) — City of Niagara Falls Schedule "E5" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) —Town of Pelham Schedule "E6" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) — City of Port Colborne Schedule "ET' — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) — City of St. Catharines Schedule "E8" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) — City of Thorold Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescrihe.niagararegion.calCorpomte Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E9" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) — City of Welland Schedule 'E10" — Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges (Partial) Exemption/ Waiver (subject to section 13) —Township of West Lincoln Schedule 7" — Development Charges Reduction Program for Brownfield Redevelopment; Eligible Remediation Cost 23. This By-law shall come into force and effect on September 1, 2017, 24. Pursuant to the Act, and unless it is repealed earlier, this By-law shall expire five years after the date it comes into force. 25. Each of the provisions of this By-law is severable and if any provision hereof should, for any reason, be declared invalid by the Ontario Municipal Board or a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. 26. By-law 62-2009 is hereby repealed effective September 1, 2017. THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA (Regional Chair) (Regional Clerk) Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.//escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_20177eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx '.. Schedule"A" Aliagara��`f Region m Map of the Regional Municipality of Niagara 6 1 dako Ontara Niagare _ - .an.the-Lakes C.rimshy St.Catharines Lincoln Thorold West Lincoln Niagara Falls d Pelham V''11"1 Welland Wainneet Fart tris Port Colborne [e�Srte Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.✓/escribe.niagararegion.calCorpomte Services Committee_May312017/eSCRIBE DocumentsreSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule B To By-Law No. _-2017 Region of Niagara Components of Services Designated in Section 5 100% Eligible Services Police Services • Facilities • Vehicles • Equipment Services Related to a Highway • Services Related to a Highway • Services Related to a Highway — Related Vehicles • Services Related to a Highway — Related Facilities • Services Related to a Highway— Previously Completed Unfunded Works Water Services • Supply • Storage • Treatment • Distribution • Previously Completed Unfunded Works Wastewater Services • Collection • Treatment • Previously Completed Unfunded Works 90% Eligible Services Emergency Medical Services • Ambulances • Facilities Health Services • Facilities Provincial Offences Act (P.O.A.) • Facilities '.. Social and Child Services • Facilities '.. Long-term Care • Facilities Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.✓/escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_20171eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule B To By-Law No. _-2017 Region of Niagara Components of Services Designated in Section 5 Social Housing • Facilities Waste Diversion • Facilities • Vehicles and equipment • Other equipment • Containers General Government • Growth-related Studies Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:/7escribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May3l_2017/eSCRIBE DOcuments7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx N O m N h r r F N m m M LO M M V M N r r m r �O M N o p o O N N N (O m N M O O O d N a l0 h V N N N N N r N V tO r M IZp � ° O 3 c n ° Q i W z cn o a M Q y t0 M p O o M Ol N D7 V a' 'L O O V O o o O O o O o IpO (h (V to 4) ELL E d o Q c o n d Uva � p O w m O � u ao K d CO d ° 'm 3 �! d W W d m ❑ c U � i' h r V M to m h M m o 0 o M co _I m O 10 m M o V N d' LO [F N m O V ` 0 10 �O m �- N N M N N N M M m M U d 0 a r W M N N m M L r R O 3 dl t d U rn E N Q Z O C N �m0 N m N c0 m f0 rm V r N r m U O d c U Q Q a u m o 0_ N = W d K yy O 6 m O v Q CE m N N N 0 V r O [9 M r d O IU N N_ E ° c C n a A d am a d 9 L N M N N C V — — d N Zi _ c. d d � c •� 0 in d y 0 5@ N L U U ¢ !9 W u ¢ d Z S oci m v M u m J ¢ W u_ O O Q c� c w a c9 J a 2 m w <n k4 M 3 3 9 qa h ° Q F- G9 U' Q t t i Schedule "D" Rules with Respect to Brownfield Development located within the Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) For all Development Charges reductions pursuant to this Schedule "D", the total amount of the reduction shall not exceed the total eligible cost of remediation. For confirmation that a development is to be considered a Brownfield development, costs associated with remediation of brownfields may be subject to verification, third party review, or independent audit for reasonableness that costs are attributable to expenses related to remediation costs, at the expense of the applicant, if required by the Region. . Brownfield Development Located within the Urban Areas (a) The applicable development charge shall be reduced, after any demolition credits are applied, by the total eligible cost of remediation for brownfield development located within the approved urban area as set out in Schedules "D1 to D11" to this By-law, as may be amended from time to time; as approved by Council of the Region, without amendment to this By-law. (b) In the case of a qualifying project under this schedule, the eligible costs of remediation may be applied to other Regional, local or Provincial programs but only for those eligible costs over and above eligible costs not applied to the reduction of development charges under Schedule "D". (c) Where funding for eligible costs have been or will be compensated from another funding source, the funding will be deducted from eligible costs of remediation under Schedule "D". Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagamregion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D1" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) Town of Fort Erie ala8a�+ flHsgion FORT ERIE URBAN AREA OUGLASTO ,; � � QEvv � •` -- T TEVEN V LL - T" 21 Mi I 19 t 122 / y fes+ � � � ii t•r�y�'� -�'�r) -�? ( it � a 147 H Jll �1 LOCALROADS REGIONALROADS PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY Ls MUNICIPAL 90UNOARI ES ORBAN AREA SOUNOARIE3 t7 M? Mal Region and Its aappllero, Prpit"Won Is VVA, NAD$3,Zane 17 Nel Region makes no fapreeanlapens or waaantel whatwell,er,either exprmaed er Implied,as to the accuracy,oumptelehesc,read lity,nummay or cthewiiea of the information shown an this map. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Y/e scribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachmentsi2l/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D2" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) Town of Grimsby 407- Taloa ( GRIMSBY URBAN AREA otw r 1 r l rk Iz« r r QEwor E ' g x It t � � r r L �-_ _ 771, ADS seasons IGWWAYI4�J UNDARIES BOUNDARIES i ( fl ca 2017 Matters Region end Is sUppllom PmWit n Is UTtk NAD 93,Tone 17. Mows Rt Wn makes no rtproxntaUons or warranties whataaaver,wither expressed or Implied,as to the accuracy,oompleleness,reEebility,cummay or otherwise of the inhmnedon shown on this neap. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:7/escribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments211CSID 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D3" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) Town of Lincoln nt1a +� t4� LINCOLN URBANAREAS I RUDHOMME3 I e gEvy �.. laseassFiAFA s LL � JORDAN STA71O ep Y t - /- 1 �i y f 4 VIN IAN U, �V`14ELAi�ND SOUTH.- 4 a RDANII I_ I 7 I to I � — �- A�IPDEN I. 1. L.J.-' Th , r REGIONALROADSmairsess —�-- Y PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY MUNIGPALBOVNDARIES _ - - URaAN AREA a0UN4ARIk.S 77 I I I F5 21)17 Niigata Region and Its aVFpters, Ptooewn Is VTM, NAP 63, Zone 17. Nipliva ReGI makes no teproianmllon5 or waaanses whateoevar,either expressed or Implied,as II accuracy,mmpteienass,rehatility,currency erotherwise al the information shown op this map. I E Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services I Committee May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx I t Schedule "D4" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) City of Niagara Falls N;=+IIjrra (NIAGARA FALLS URBAN AREA r S C Tf1 MIN�9 t� — 7 3d xy E OROLP NORTH r._ 11 P 9 t92 .eb q ` - II iaa �q Y ¢$ I OR LDS UTNZ ¢ 1 i , IA—;ec,r P; I F iaeraROaar REGIONALROADS PROIANCIALNIGWW.AY 4— �-' i P I ; s;MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES ��-- URGANAREAEPUNDARIES rr1 2017 Menem Rant and as aVppllara. Projed on Is UTM, NAG E.3, Zane 17 NlaI Ream makes no reprosentallone at warranties whatsoever,either expressed or implied,as to the accuracy,compreteness,reaatility,aunenoy orotherrdss afthe information shown on this map. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescrihe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments211CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D5" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charge's Reduction (subject to section 14) Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE URBAN AREAS NIAGARA.1N- � E 70 N.. -� l �` t7' >. mole4 y [ y QUEENSTLID �t j L v f 7 LOCAL ROADS RBGIONALROADS IOII � PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY 1 _ ` ��MUNIGiPAL80UNOARIES 1 9,, .. to , IIRSANARFA SOVN(1ARI£S0 LD to Q al? Niagam Region and Rs suppllom Pralechon Is VTM,NAD 07,Zone 1T. Niagara R%wn makes no mprosantatiom or wwoniJes whatsoever,either expressed or implied,as to the aow cy,completeness,w5abilky,ounemy or otherxisa of the intormetton shown on this map. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:7/escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE DOcuments7eSCRIBE Raw Attachmentsr21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "136" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) Town Pelham NIal;ara+ aeglnn I PELHAM URBAN AREAS II y Sdd9 ._ t sf �R wv_�__ A - l I I 4 1 1 j 1 - L_ -� ILL LE i I IF��fIGK I � 4 f YY � § � tt t _ — LOCALROADS REGIONALROADS `? ] PROVINCIALHIGHNMY r "ter MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES — 4 URBAN ARBA BOVNDARIES I 7x 0 In Q 2017 Niagara Region and Its suppliers. projection Is VTF4, NAI)03, Zone 17 Map= Region molten no represcMa414ns or werronlies whatsoever,either expressed or Implied,as to the accuracy,compteieness,w1ability,currency or otherwise of the information shown on this map. Watson$Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/217CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "DT' Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 94) City of Port Colborne r�; +l��est>oe (PORT COLBORNEURBAN AREA 4614A w-J Illl I - - - f _ -b_ 1 . NE J �_ rYggqppp� i .. T, F t � 1 — LOCA1_.ROADS REGIONALROADS PROVINCIAL HIGHWAY MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES URBAN AREA SOUNDARIES Q$1117 Nisgsra Revlon and jts suppliers,projection to UTM.NAD $3,Zone 17 Macara Region makes no 4epresenibllans PF wananties whatsoever,either expressed or implied,as to the aocwacy,comr^tsteness.reliability,currency arolher mss of the intoonation shown on this heap. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:77escribe.niagamregion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_20177eSCRIBE DocumentsleSCRIBE Raw Attachments1217CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D8" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) City of St. Catharines Nlap 41IV glon ( ST.CATHARINES URBAN AREA a71 s� sl �ti sl Fad -. QEW 39 € l= 01 t WT 46 LEN A� i f ol- "I 1'V `, re ie LOCAL ROADS Ai - REGtONALftDAOS PROVINCIALWIGNWAY MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES URBAN AREA BDVNDARIES V 2017 Magam Region and Ms soppllore. Projechon Is U7M. NAD 03,Zone 17 Niagara Regmp makes no repmsenlalrons w wananlias whatsoever,either expressed or implied,as tolha accuracy,cnmptelenest,faMsMlily.cuaencl orolheraise ofthe information shown on this map. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D9" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) City of Thorold N 4M�k i9rt ITHOROLD URBAN AREAS u � - .. ,.. _.,7717 _ 7j 1 10 _i I'll 1 - 7U ( , g§qL - ���-�� �� •rte � - f I I REGIONAL ROADS PORT R0 N wisoloff PftaVlNC1AL111 .MUNICInALBQUNDARIES Qy85rNnAsouNcuz1110 ELLJ►NAt sp 2437 Niagara Region ono ns supMlora. Rraleceon Is UTM,NAD 03,Zone 17 Niagara Regwn makes no rwpresaniatlens or ws"rones Whatsoever.either expressed or inn item,as to the ri u cy,connikieness,Tenability.currency or othervAse of the information shown on this roan. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Y7escribe.niagamregion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw AttachmentS21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D10" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) City of Welland wl�oalo� (WELLANDURBAN AREAS t _ FdIl►LL ¢QRT RO, Lb�_ � I 7 1 _v - 14 — �� pp , 1L E 9 `t y,, 1E ( .. t �''F �T f i I 1 p� I ---.-._ LOCAL ROADS I v REGIONALROADS PROViNC7ALHIGHNMY f MUNICIPAL BOUNDARIES � COL RN URBAN AREA dOyNDARIES S , B 2417 Niagam Region and H5 suppilere, ProJefto Is LI M. NAD 43,Zone 17 Niagara RagMn mol{ no representations w woRinbes whatsoever,idlhea expressed ar implied,as to the accuracy,campleleness,re$alalily,currency cr agiera m M the inbrmation shown on this map. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Y/escrihe.niagararegion.ca/Coiporate Services Committee_May31_20177eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "D11" Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) Township of West Lincoln Niagara 7/i/ Region WEST LINCOLN URBAN AREA M LLSV1 17 41 �ylr L_ .. F f ( BMITHVIILiL F� I I t —= R€GiONALROi1D5 `'�r, r ' `'s. i,' 1+_ PftoV7NCtAL KICrKWBY 41 gAfl1NiC3PALBOUNOARI ES I_ 1 Ot1F2@AN dRE"A 90UN6ARIES q 2017 Nionsfa Rion and us suppliers. PtoleCtien Is VTM, NAD g3,Zone 17 Niagara Rsgg on (pekes no repts%entations of wanarll,es Whatsoever,either expressed or implied as to the accuracy;compleieness,regability,cure"or olherMse of the intonation shown on this hrap. t IWatson&Associates Economists Ltd. https://escribe.niagararegion.ca7Corporate Services Committee May31_2017/e SCRIBE Documents7eSCRBE Raw Attachments/217CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx i I, Schedule "E" Rules with Respect to Development located within the Designated Exemption Areas and Brownfield Developments within the Urban Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 14) (a) For all development located within the Designated Exemption Areas, as set out in Schedules "E1 to E10" and to Brownfield Developments within the Urban Areas, as set out in Schedules D1 to D11 to this By-law, a maximum 50% reduction in Development Charges, after any demolition credits are applied, will apply provided the Smart Growth Design Criteria endorsed by Council of the Region and/or any level of LEED certification are achieved. (b) The Smart Growth Design Criteria may be amended or eliminated at the discretion of Regional Council in which case the development charge reductions granted under this Schedule may also be amended or eliminated without amendment to this by-law.. (c) In the case of a project that qualifies for reduction under both Schedule D and E, the total benefit under Schedules D and E shall not exceed the total Development Charges payable. 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Schedule "E2" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) Town of Grimsby 4 r ^r t t, r'; i r -• -k j f t f ir. rI r r 0 r r r ' a � 4 Jr' _ r .f _i u j 'tate Y 109 200 Meters ra^ Designated Exempt Area Watson B Associates Economists Ltd. https://escrihe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments721/CSO 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E3" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) Town of Lincoln 7IQ � rc' Ve 4�av SUeet .� � Cnrll�rcrl w y°^ qq � b' k 0 125 250 Maters 01 0 125 250 Metors hi/f7�a Str C7 F, I y �_. 1 cfia" g rel CZ,.e .. F,X— ���it -� `fa f x^.taYfrntlg lyre:« ..� _ ..d J - �'—J'J d ,— Von .Inhnwnn Str.•t°t� ! "z IJ LAO .} -J J 0 900 200 Melern Designated Exempt Area Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE DocumentsfeSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E4" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) City of Niagara Falls S —ZA ,,P 100 200 Me L---------J 0 MIM,bull 0" 0� L 01� 0 175 M Meters MDesignated Exempt Area Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee-May31201716SCRIBE DocumentsleSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E5" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) Town of Pelham r 3 fi+tri'{t-NAll ? .J J PJ J —J„�...J„-.� =J 1 1.r - 2Cc�al�V 0 .�L 50 100 Meters ' a ti a J r ' y J r �1 l � � JJ'- J J � -d J � —J-IJAIAR � J 1 0 50 10D l.1elers l 1 1 Designated Exempt Area Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https://escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE DocumentsA)SCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E6" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) City of Port Colborne LI i i � � � ) i ,� �f iURatyStree1 �9s1 111 ! i 2a LAO r 0 250 504 Meters �' 0.y..+'.•w' I I Designated Exempt Area Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https://escrihe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services Committee_May312017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E7" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) City of St. Catharines 119 J I t� M IL , l l lam. a 590 1,000 Meters t Designated Exempt Area Watson 8 Associates Economists Ltd. https.//escrihe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E8" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) City of Thorold 71 ' Y x t .r � t 1 n _ a 7 i -M1fL dim sway 58 ° Niagara B08 R We fif 0 259 $W Meters v I I f Designated Exempt Area Watson 8 Associates Economists Ltd. https://escrihe.niagararegion.ca/Corporate Services '.. Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments211CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E9" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) City of Welland Y `x � R;.r rrt Sir, r Lam_ h ri � W � •ne a� r� N' � G �. _ � 1 a...✓" n SIS @,qO-b� c 11 .r.a.^ Y`ru/iq u.et ®� �J.F FL Ohl L r mf :IWit h frCrf S ti C I rrtt -iF Ir' 9�1 11 y F1k��FIIlIt q C f ` F tSirca I 1 . ^III I'�Slrrv{-1 r _ u m4e _- T� 0 250 $90 Meters Designated Exempt,Area Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilesciibe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "E10" Designated Exemption Areas for Regional Development Charges Reduction (subject to section 13) Township of West Lincoln e' � ♦ 7 r -a� � »e.rr r `A. / 3 { Eine'L� 7 Ij , CoU,z..'aj..! < r"Sej,F11 �-:' -1 �r"�i�.•n��'r J r � ..7 ;citr{tCd", $tll..I-n. J r• Jaz Ji �_ ,7 1 t yl 1 T ..y � c• . ,� t� r J w a j . i LAG •;t S J Us -Y,a b 'I YF) _ 250PAf.IBfS f'� `d i t t J v Designated Exempt Area f( f Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https./7escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee May3120177eSCRIBE Docaments/eSCRIBE Raw Attachmentsr21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Schedule "F" Development Charges Reduction Program for Brownfield Redevelopment Eligible Remediation Cost Potential Eligible Remediation Costs have been defined as work related to the following categories: 1. Phase One Environmental Site Assessments; 2. Phase Two Environmental Site Assessments; 3. Environmental Remediation Work; and 4. Indirect Remediation Costs. NOTE: The costs listed in this document represent a guideline only, and do not constitute an exhaustive list of all possible eligible remediation costs. All invoices submitted as part of the Development Charges Reduction Program (Schedule "D") are subject to internal and external review and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 1. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (E.S.A.) • Documents Review o FOI Request o Aerial Photos and mapping (over time, development, topographic maps, physiographic maps, geological maps, well records). o Previous environmental studies o Relevant Government Information (Certificate of approval, certificates of property use, inventory of coal gasification plants, National Pollutant Release Inventory, waste management inventory, retail fuel storage tank info, etc.) o Other relevant documents (Insurance, ownership/land title) • Interviews • Site Reconnaissance Conceptual Model Development(Per O. Reg. 511/09). • Report NOTE: It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all Phase 1 E.S.A. work is conducted in accordance with the O.Reg 153/04 (as amended) under the Environmental Protection Act (E.P.A.). Applicants should refer to the Regulation for specific Phase 1 requirements. 2. Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment • Field Work o Site Visit/Investigation o Utility locates Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:/7escribe.niageraregion.calCorporate Services Committee_May3l_2017/eSCRIBE DOcuments7eSCRIBE Raw Adachments121/CSD 352017 Appendix 2.docx o Drilling/excavation/other methods of intrusive sampling o Geological Study • Soil Sampling —Stockpile sampling/sampling of excavation • Test Pit Excavation and observation • Geophysical testing o Hydrogeology Study • Water level and Well Condition survey • Observation of Borehole Drilling, Well abandonment, Well Repairs • Surveying — Elevation survey of wells and associated data analysis • Groundwater Sampling o Field Supervision (monitoring, sample selection and quality control) o Field Equipment (consumables) • Data Compilation/Analysis o Data Reduction, Analysis and Review o GIS Support, Site Plans Preparation • Contract/Laboratory Fees o Soil and Water chemical analysis • Administrative Assistance • Disbursements • Reporting • Qualified Person Review • Supplemental Phase 2 o Delineation of contamination Project Management o Meetings o Bid Preparation o Region Application o Bid Preparation • Peer Review o Data Gap Analysis NOTE: It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all Phase 2 E.S.A. work is conducted in accordance with the O.Reg 153/04 (as amended) under the Environmental Protection Act (E.P.A.). Applicants should refer to the Regulation for specific Phase 2 requirements. 3. Environmental Remediation Work Environmental remediation work identified in a remediation work plan, excluding work completed prior to 12 months of filing an application under the Development Charges Reduction Program for brownfield redevelopment. Remediation work would include, but is not limited to: a) Remedial Action Plan/ Remedial Work Plan (Prepared by a Qualified Person as defined by Ontario Regulation 153/04) • Options Review/Assessment Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescrihe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services '.. Committee_May3e20177eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachmentsr211CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx • Remedial Cost Analysis • Development of Plan b) Risk Assessment (Prepared by a Qualified Person as defined by Ontario Regulation 153/04) • Preliminary RA data gap analysis • Risk Assessment Pre-Submission for o Site Characterization o Report Review o Data Evaluation o Preparation of Figures o Toxicological Profiles o Report Preparation o Project Management • Data Gap Assessment o Service clearances o Surveying o Drilling Services o Monitoring Well Supplies o Chemical Analysis o Field equipment • Analysis o Hydrogeological Assessment o Ecological Risk Assessment (ERA) o Human Health Risk Assessment (HHRH) o Risk Management Plan o Public Communication Plan o Reporting and MOE Submission c) Environmental Rehabilitation Defined as the use of various techniques to reduce, eliminate or mitigate contaminates of concern or designated substances in the ground (soil, water) or buildings to allow for the filing of a Record of Site Condition (RSC) and fulfilling the conditions of a Certificate of Property Use (CPU) if applicable. • Alternative Techniques (Not intended to be a comprehensive list.) o Activated Carbon Treatment o Air Stripping o Bioremediation o Capping o Chemical Dehalogenation o Chemical Oxidation o Soil Excavation o Fracturing o In-Situ Flushing Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents/eSCRIBE Raw Attachments/21/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx o In-Situ Thermal Treatment o Incineration o Monitored Natural Attenuation o Permeable Reactive Barriers o Phytoremediation o Pump and Treat o Soil Vapour Extraction and Air Sparging o Soil Washing o Solidification/Stabilization o Solvent Extraction o Thermal Desorption o Vitrification • Geotechnical studies and shoring costs associated with the environmental rehabilitation; and • The treatment of Designated Substances on a case-by-case basis, where required to address other contamination. "Designated Substance" means a biological, chemical or physical agent or combination thereof prescribed as a designated substance to which the exposure of a worker is prohibited, regulated, restricted, limited or controlled; (Occupational Health and Safety Act). O.Reg. 490/09 Designated Substances. O. Reg. 278/05 Designated Substances -Asbestos on Construction Projects and in Building and Repair Operations. d) Risk Mitigation Measures (R.M.M.$) Risk Management Measures (R.M.M.$) are those measures required on a specific site in order to allow filing a Record of Site Condition and outlined by a Certificate of Property Use (C.P.U.). • Pump and Treat Systems • Capping (must be remediation related) o Hard cap, soil cap, landscaping • Monitoring o Indoor Air Monitoring Plan o Groundwater o Soil Vapour o Outdoor Air • Soil and Groundwater Management Plan • Health and Safety Plan • Subsurface barriers Note: Only the costs associated with the implementation of these measures (such as the design costs, capital costs and installation) will be considered eligible. Operating and maintenance costs are not eligible. Determination of eligibility will be made on a case by case basis. Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.Ilescribe.niagamregion.calCorporate Services Ali Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx Note: If capping is required on the site for remediation purposes as well as redevelopment, the applicant should be prepared to demonstrate what percentage of the cost is attributed to the remediation of the site and not the overall landscaping plan. Eligible costs will be limited to the basic elements needed to meet the technical requirements of the cap as per the CPU. e) Disposal of contaminated soil Soil that does not meet the applicable generic Ontario Ministry of Environment (MOE) site condition standards (SCS) for soil as defined in Ontario Regulation 153/04 (as amended) OR the lowest effects-based property specific standards (PSS) developed through the use of a risk assessment approach completed in accordance with Ontario Regulation 153/04 (as amended), whichever is less stringent • Tipping Fees • Trucking Feesp Note: Costs related to the disposal of contaminated soil may be subject to the submission and review of a Soil Management Plan. Costs related to "impacted soil' are not eligible. Applicants should be prepared to provide documentation related to the segregation and tracking of contaminated soil (including hours and weigh tickets). Inadequately tracked activities may be deemed ineligible. Impacted Soil is defined as soil that does not meet the revised Ontario Ministry of the Environment Table 1 "Full Depth Background Site Condition Standards" BUT does meet the applicable generic M.O.E. site condition standards (S.C.S.) as defined in Ontario Regulation 153/04 (as amended) under the Environmental Protection Act of Ontario OR the lowest effects-based property specific standards ("P.S.S.") developed through the use of a risk assessment in accordance with Ontario Regulation 153/04 (as amended) for the purposes of filing of a RSC with the MOE in accordance with Ontario Regulation 153/04, whichever is less stringent. f) Placing of clean fill and grading g) Building demolition related to remediation Note: The applicant should be prepared to demonstrate how the demolition was required as part of the remedial plan and not simply part of the overall redevelopment of the site. 4. Indirect Remediation Costs • Planning fees • Insurance Premiums • Assessment Estimates • Preparation of Record of Site Condition and Certificate of Approval Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https.//escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services Committee_May31_2017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachments121/CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx i Watson&Associates Economists Ltd. https:7/escribe.niagararegion.calCorporate Services [ Committee_May312017/eSCRIBE Documents7eSCRIBE Raw Attachmentsr217CSD 35-2017 Appendix 2.docx C t E CSD-35-2017 Appendix 3 May 31, 2017 Potential Development Charges Reductions for Properties in the Planning Pre-Application, Planning and Building Stages Development Charges Name& Residential Units & Designated Potential Reductions Non-Res. Floor Exemption Area & Status Address Area Brownfield Current By- Proposed law By-law Residential: 21, Stone Mill Inn 30 1-bdrm units Under Hartzel Rd Merritton 271-289 Merritt 12 2-bdrm units CIP Project Area& construction $87,013 $87,013 Street, St. (received 75% 42 unit apt bldg Brownfield Catharines reduction) Commercial: 12,600 sq ft Residential: Under 215 Pelham Western Hill CIP 6 1-bdrm units construction— Road, Project Area& -- o $25,580 $25,580 St. Catharines 16 2-bdrm units Brownfield (received 75/o _= 22 unit apt bldg reduction) Artisan Ridge Residential: Remediation is 181 Queen St 207 detached Thorold Centre CIP underway 1522 241 towns Project Area& $3,985,623 $8,008,135 Beaverdams 60 apt units Brownfield Draft plan has �= Road, Thorold 508 units been approved Q r` Site has been 22 John St Residential; Downtown Grimsby excavated and is m-r CIP Project Area& Grimsby $74,416 $196,480 16 3-bdrm towns Brownfield ready for development Residential: Model home on- 26 Oakdale Central Area & site, need to Avenue, St. 6 semi-detached obtain building $298,779 $626,344 Catharines 37 towns Brownfield permits for 43 units remainder of site 31 permits issued for singles/semis (received 50% $162,502 $162,502 Marz Homes Residential: reduction) 47 singles/semis South Coast 12 apt units 16 singles—to be Villa e at Brownfield issued prior to 9 59 units Sept 2017 $167,744 $167,744 Crystal Beach (Phase 2), Fort Commercial: Erie Mixed use building 5,000 sq ft of commercial and apartments is not $116,412 $204,460 proposed before August 31, 2017 1 CSD-35-2017 Appendix 3 May 31, 2017 Residential: `. 51 1-bdrm units queenston Brickyard 161 2-bdrm units Neighbourhood Pre-consultation 40 Woodburn $1,037,173 $2,511,796 11 3bdrm units And Remediated St. Catharines 223 units Brownfield 7� N: 2 apt Bldgs Potential Brownfield Reductions: $5,955,242 $11,990,054 2 CSD-35-2017 Appendix 3 May 31, 2017 Designated Development Charges Name & Residential Units & Exemption Area& Status Address Non-Res. Floor Area Brownfield Current By- Proposed law By-law Residential: Site Plan 11 Blain Place, 4 3-bdrm units Oakdale-Moffatt CIP Application is in St. Catharines Project progress, does $46,510 $122,800 - 6 2-bdrm units 1 not have ter: 10 unit apt bldg Building Permits Building permits 3 Hainer Street, Residential: Western Hill CIP have not been St. Catharines Project Area obtained—does $25,500 $55,384 4 2-bdrm units not require Site Plan Approval New proposal 27 John Street, Residential: Downtown Grimsby discussed at Community $401,625 $872,298 Grimsby 63 unit apt pre-consultation rQ Improvement Area (May 4, 2017) rY = Residential: = 15 Highway 20 14 2-bdrm units Central Area of the New owner o ' Town of Pelham (CIP expected to $106,867 $211,227 East, Pelham Commercial: Project Area u" 1 ) bring forward a W 3,445 sq ft new proposal G F building permit Q Thorold Centre obtained in 2016 61 Ormond Residential: Community Street South, $32,557 $32,557 ` Thorold 14 1-bdrm units Improvement Plan Area (First 50% has been obtained) Residential: Renaissance 18 studio units Retirement 49 1-bdrm units Residences 35 2-bdrm units Central Area No building $535,002 $1,011,862 5695-5698 102 units permits obtained Main Street, Niagara Falls Commercial: 5,000 sq ft Lincoln Square Residential: Subdivision 120 senior apt units Central Area Site Plan $951,485 $2,378,024 (Blocks 113 & 69 towns Approved 114), Lincoln 189 units Potential Designated Exemption Areas Reductions: $2,099,546 $4,684,152 3 CSD-35-2017 Appendix 3 May 31, 2017 Development Charges t Name & Residential Units & Designated w Address Non-Res. Floor Area Exemption Area Status&Brownfield Current By- Proposed By- >-� law law a 3 Residential: 75-190 semis/singles 130-405 towns 615-1090 apt units Prudhommes 820-1685 units Drafting Landing (West Brownfield- Secondary $11,600,308 $24,446,407 Side), Lincoln Commercial: Plan w zn� 161,459 sq ft O Employment: 165,764 sq ft Residential: 135 towns l .✓„, 1014—2& 3-bdrm Preliminary 5”Wheel, apt units Brownfield Pre $6,276,663 $14,979,110 Grimsby 1149 units consultation Meetings Pr Commercial: 57,667 sq ft Potential Other: $17,875,971 $39,425,517 Potential Brownfield Reductions: $5,955,242 $11,990,054 Potential Designated Exemption Areas Reductions: $2,099,546 $4,684,152 Potential Other: $17,875,971 $39,425,517 Total $25,930,759 $56.099.723 4 CSD 35-2017 Appendix 4 May 31, 2017 Alternative Regional Development Charges Reduction TRANSITION PROVISIONS NO. 2 Please Note All of the Following: • This Transition Provision expires on December 31, 2020. • Development grandfathered under this policy will not receive further extension. • Grandfathering is not transferable through change in land ownership after August 31, 2017. 1. In order to be permitted the continued use of Development Charge Reductions contained in Development Charges By-law 62-2012, Schedule 31 (a) and calculated using the RDC rate in effect on August 31, 2017 all of the following conditions must be met: a. Application shall be received prior to the expiry of Development Charges By-law 62- 2012 on August 31, 2017 and shall contain the following required documentation: i. Proof of land transaction/ownership of land; ii. A completed Phase 2 ESA'for the subject site that identifies mandatory remediation to meet MOECC Standards; iii. Proof that remediation is in progress or a contract awarded; b. Proof that a complete planning/development application2 has been received by the local municipality, as required for site development prior to December 31, 2017. c. Upon verification of Sections 1(a) and 1(b) (above) and prior to December 31, 2017, an agreement in a form acceptable to the Niagara Region must be executed that contains, inter alio,the following terms: i. A Building Permit for the development must be issued or development charges prepaid prior to December 31 2020 otherwise the agreement becomes null and void. ii. The Transition Provision only applies to the applicant identified in Section 1 (above) and is not transferable through change in land ownership. iii. The Regional Development Charges (RDC) payable will be adjusted at the time of building permit issuance. 'Prepared and signed by a Qualified Person (QP)as per Ontario Regulation 153/04,as amended. 2 Complete application in accordance with the Planning Act and related Regulations. 2. The Development Charge Reductions contained in Development Charge By-law XX-2017, Schedule E is based on Smart Growth Design Criteria approved by Regional Council in May 14, 2014 and applicable until December 31, 2020. 3. Calculation of the applicable RDC will be as follows: a. The Development Charge rate payable will be the rate in effect at the time of issuance of the building permit or the date of prepayment; b. The RDC payable will be adjusted at the time of building permit issuance less any amount prepaid on or before December 31, 2020; c. Less the potential amount that may be refunded based on Development Charges By- law 62-2012, Schedule B1 (a) and the Council approved 2014 Smart Growth Design Criteria or LEED certification . By way of example,the method for calculating RDCs shall be calculated as follows: Development Charges Amount to be paid at time of Building Permit issuance=A—B i p g ; � 3 Amount that may be refunded based on Smart Growth Design Criteria or LEED certification=C l I Total Development Charges Payable Demolition DC Credit (based on 2017 By-law) z Total Development Charges 50 (Brownfield Reduction based on By- B calculated at August 31, 2017 law 62-2012,Schedule BI(a)) II u j� 50% A i (Smart Growth Design Criteria C Reduction based on 2014 Criteria) 9 i Transition Provision#1 Page 2 i r THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS BY-LAW Number 2017 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Heavy Vehicles) --------------------------------------------------------------- The Council of the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls hereby ENACTS as follows: 1. By-law No. 89-2000, as amended, is hereby further amended by repealing the definition of heavy vehicle and substituting the following definition thererof; "Heavy Vehicle" means a commercial motor vehicle having a registered gross weight greater than 4,500 kilograms, but does not include a passenger vehicle, an emergency vehicle, a school bus, any vehicles owned and operated by Niagara Falls Transit, a privately-owned commercial motor vehicle making a delivery to or a collection from a bona fide destination which cannot be reached via a highway or highways upon which heavy vehicles are not prohibited by this by-law and taking the most direct route to such a destination or part of a highway upon which heavy vehicles are not prohibited by this by-law; This By-law shall come into force immediately. Passed this eleventh day of July, 2017. ............................................................... ..................................................... BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11,2017 Second Reading: July 11,2017 Third Reading: July 11,2017 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2017- A by-law to amend. By-law No. 79-200, to maintain a site specific range of General Industrial uses on the Lands and to add a medical marijuana facility to the list of uses permitted on the Lands (AM-2017-003). THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The Lands that are the subject of and affected by the provisions of this by-law are described in Schedule 1 of this by-law and shall be referred to in this by-law as the "Lands". Schedule 1 is a part of this by-law. 2. The purpose of this by-law is to amend the provisions of By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the Lands in a manner that would otherwise be prohibited by that by-law. In the case of any conflict between a specific provision of this by-law and any existing provision of By-law No. 79-200, the provisions of this by-law are to prevail. 3. Notwithstanding any provision of By-law No. 79-200 to the contrary, the following uses and regulations shall be the permitted uses and regulations governing the permitted uses on and of the Lands. 4. The permitted uses shall be: (a) The uses permitted in a GI zone, save and except a kennel for the boarding and breeding of dogs and cats and the cleaning, curing, storing or tanning of fresh or green hides (b) Medical marijuana facility 5. The regulations governing the permitted uses shall be the regulations specifiedecified for a GI use. 6. All other applicable regulations set out in By-law No. 79-200 shall continue to apply to govern the permitted uses on the Lands, with all necessary changes in detail. 7. No person shall use the Lands for a use that is not a permitted use. 8. No person shall use the Lands in a manner that is contrary to the regulations. i c 9. The provisions of this by-law shall be shown on Sheet C6 of Schedule "A" of By- law No. 79-200 by renumbering the Lands from 32 to 1048. 2 10. Section 19 of By-law No. 79-200 is amended by adding thereto: 19.1.1048 Refer to By-law No. 2017-_ Passed this eleventh day of July, 2017. ............................................................... ..................................................................... BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11, 2017 Second Reading: July 11, 2017 Third Reading: July 11, 2017 SAZON I NGW MS\2017\By-laws\Byam003.docx SCHEDULE 1 TO BY-LAW No. 2017- Subject Lands: 70 91.44m '..,.. GI 1048 3 3 91.44m '.., MURIEv-SjT- Amending Zoning By-law No. 79-200 N II; Description: PCL 11-1 Sec M67; Lt II PI M67 Niagara Falls; Niagara Falls i s Applicant: 2538352 Ontario Ltd. I:NTs AM-2017-003 Assessment#: 272511000106300 i K:\GIS_Requests\2017\Schedule\Zoning\03\mapping.map lune 2017 i { I' t CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2017- A by-law requiring an emergency management program for the protection of public safety, health, the environment, critical infrastructure and property, and to promote economic stability and a disaster-resilient community. WHEREAS Section 2.1 of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.9, as amended, (the "Act"), requires that every municipality shall develop and implement an emergency management program and the Council of the municipality shall by by-law, adopt the emergency management program; AND WHEREAS Section 3(1) of the Act requires that every municipality shall formulate an emergency plan governing the provision of necessary services during an emergency, and the procedures under and the manner in which employees of the municipality and other persons will respond to the emergency, and the Council of the municipality shall by by-law adopt the emergency plan; AND WHEREAS this Act requires the emergency management program to conform to standards promulgated by Emergency Management Ontario in accordance with international best practices, including the four core components of emergency management, namely: mitigation/prevention, preparedness, response and recovery; and also makes provision for the municipality and Council to develop and implement an emergency management program to protect public safety, public health, the environment, critical infrastructure and property, and to promote economic stability and a disaster-resilient community; AND WHEREAS O. Reg. 380/04, Section 11(1) requires that every municipality shall have an emergency management program committee; AND WHEREAS O. Reg, 380/04, Section 11(2) requires that the committee shall be composed of the emergency management program coordinator (CEMC), a senior municipal official, such members of Council as may be appointed by Council, and municipal employees who are responsible for emergency management functions, and may include other persons representing organizations and industry; AND WHEREAS O. Reg. 380/04, Section 11(4) requires that the Council appoint one of the members of the program committee to be the chair of the committee; AND WHEREAS the Act makes provision for the Head of Council to declare that an emergency exists in the community, or in any part thereof, and also provides the Head of Council with authority to take such action or make such orders as he/she considers necessary and not contrary to law, to implement the emergency response plan and respond to an emergency; 2 AND WHEREAS Section 13(3) of the Act provides that the Council of a municipality may make an agreement with the Council of any other municipality or with any persons for the provision of any personnel, service, equipment or material during an emergency; AND WHEREAS the Act provides for the designation of one or more members of Council who may exercise the powers and perform the duties of the Head of Council during his/her absence or his/her inability to act; AND WHEREAS the Act authorizes employees of a community to respond to an emergency in accordance with the emergency response plan where an emergency exists but has not yet been declared to exist; AND WHEREAS the emergency management program and emergency response plan have been substantially revised and amended; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That an emergency management program be developed and implemented in accordance with the standards published by Emergency Management Ontario, in accordance with international best practices. 2. That the Head of Council or designated alternate, as provided in the emergency response plan, be empowered to declare an emergency and implement the emergency response plan. 3. That certain appointed officials or their designated alternates, as provided in the approved emergency response plan, are empowered to cause an emergency notification to be issued to members of the municipal emergency control group, and to respond to an emergency in accordance with the emergency response plan where an emergency exists but has not yet been declared to exist. 4. That the emergency management program committee will cause the emergency management program to be reviewed annually and to recommend changes to the program, as considered appropriate, and refer recommendations to Council for further review and approval. 5. That the City of Niagara Falls emergency management program (Schedule "A"), be approved. 6. That the City of Niagara Falls emergency response plan (Schedule "B") and the municipal emergency control group members (Schedule "C"), be approved. 7. That the City of Niagara Falls emergency management program committee and the committee members (Schedule "D"), be established. 3 8. That the Fire Chief be designated as the City of Niagara Falls emergency management program coordinator. 9. That the emergency management program coordinator is approved as the chair of the City of Niagara Falls emergency management program committee. 10. That the City of Niagara Falls Manager of Strategic and Corporate Initiatives is designated as the emergency information officer. 11. That By-law Nos. 2005-112 and 2014-159 are hereby repealed in their entirety. 12. This by-law shall come into force and effect on the day it is passed. Passed this eleventh day of July, 2017. ..................................................... ......................................... BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11, 2017. Second Reading: July 11, 2017. Third Reading: July 11, 2017. SCHEDULE "A" to By-law 2017- CITY OF NIAGARA FALL Emergency Management Program 2017 ;ANGAN C Niagara 1 r CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 1 . INTRODUCTION The Act requires that "2.1(1) Every municipality shall develop and implement an emergency management program and the council of the municipality shall by by-law adopt the emergency management program.2002,c.14,s4". The Act further requires that "2.1 (2) The emergency management program shall consist of, (a) an emergency plan as required by section 3; (b) training programs and exercises for employees of the municipality and other persons with respect to the provision of necessary services and the procedures to be followed in emergency response and recovery activities; (c) public education on risks to public safety and on public preparedness for emergencies; and (d)any other element required by the standards for emergency management programs set under section 14,2002,c.14,s.4" The Program implemented within the City of Niagara Falls allows for continuous improvement to develop, implement, maintain and evaluate emergency management and the continuity of operational programs that address prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery that meet and exceed all of the necessary requirements of the Act The City of Niagara Falls Program includes the following: • An Emergency Management Plan ("EMP") • Designation of a Community Emergency Management Program Coordinator ("CEMC") and Alternate CEMC, by Council • A community Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment ("HIRA") and Critical Infrastructure (CI) identification • Implementation of the Incident Management System (IMS) model • Training programs for Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) personnel • Exercises for EOC personnel and key stakeholders • Public education on risks, safety and preparedness • Guidance and advice from the Emergency Management Program Committee (EMPC) • Identification of City of Niagara Falls EOC Personnel • Identification and equipping of a primary and alternate EOC • Emergency Information Officer • Updates when necessary to respond to changes to applicable legislation, policies, regulatory requirements, directives, standards and codes of practice made at various levels of government and other decision making authorities. 2 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 2. EMERGENCY PLAN The City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan will guide the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls in managing an appropriate response to any emergency situation either occurring within or impacting within regional boundaries. 3. HIRA AND CI IDENTIFICATION The Act requires each municipality to identify and assess the various hazards and risks to public safety and identification of facilities and infrastructure that may be affected by these risks. The Program, in partnership with key stakeholders, annually identifies and monitors the hazards that can have an impact on operations and areas of responsibility. Hazards from the following three categories are considered: 1. Natural, 2. Human, and 3. Technology. The Program provides for an annual HIRA review that includes evaluating the likelihood of a hazard or combination of hazards occurring, taking into account factors such as threat analysis, frequency, history, trends, and probability. The risk assessment includes data on the impact of the risk event on the Region and on City of Niagara Falls citizens, property and the environment. The HIRA is developed and maintained in cooperation and collaboration with the Region of Niagara and forms an annex of the Region's HIRA. The Cl is identified based on critical categories for Region and the City of Niagara Falls. It includes identification of ownership and contact information for each infrastructure which is reviewed on an annual basis and updated as required. 4. IMS MODEL To manage an incident, the Program has established and implemented the IMS Model to direct, control and coordinate operations during and after an emergency. IMS assigns specific organizational roles, titles and responsibilities for each incident management function, and procedures for coordinating response, continuity and recovery activities. 5. TRAINING AND EXERCISE PROGRAMS The Program has developed, implemented and maintained a competency-based training and educational curriculum to support the EOC personnel. The objective of the curriculum is to create awareness and enhance the skills required to develop, implement and execute the program within the IMS model. 3 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM The Program evaluates program plans, procedures, and capabilities through a review, testing and an annual exercise. Exercises are designed to test individual essential elements, interrelated elements, or the entire plan. Additional evaluations are based on post-incident analyses and reports, lessons learned and performance evaluations. Procedures are established to correct and improve on any areas identified during evaluation. Training records of EOC personnel are maintained. For each exercise, an after action report identifying the strengths, opportunities and improvement plan is developed and shared with the EMPC. 6. PUBLIC EDUCATION Public awareness and public education programs are implemented to increase the capacity of the public to be prepared for; respond to; and recover from an emergency incident. Where the public is potentially impacted by a hazard, procedures are developed to communicate information and respond to requests from internal and external audiences, including media, for pre-incident information. 7. EMPC As a provincially mandated body, the EMPC oversees the implementation and operation of the Program as required by the Act. 8. Municipal Emergency Control Group The City of Niagara Falls Emergency Control Group is made up of City of Niagara Falls senior staff and technical specialists as well as key stakeholders in the region. The IMS model implemented in the City of Niagara Falls provides for the identification of primary and alternate designated Control Group personnel for all sections within the structure. EOC personnel are trained both generally on the principles of IMS and specific training is provided based on the Section, including Management Team, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance and Administration. Operating Guidelines (OGs) have been developed and distributed, which include an overview of the IMS model, position checklists, contact information and required forms. In addition, the City of Niagara Falls has trained Scribes to support the key personnel in the EOC with documentation. 9. EOC The City of Niagara Falls has designated a primary as well as an alternate EOC. Both EOCs are equipped with resources required by the EOC personnel including telecommunications systems to ensure effective communication in an emergency. The EOC is utilized during exercises to increase familiarity with the layout and resources available. 4 4 i CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 10. EMERGENCY INFORMATION OFFICER The emergency information officer will ensure the following: • A central point of contact for the media, • Procedures to gather, monitor, and disseminate emergency information, • Pre-scripted information bulletins, • Procedures to coordinate and approve information for release, • Procedures to communicate with special needs populations, and • Protective action guidelines for shelter-in-place and evacuation. 5 SCHEDULE "B" to By-law 2017- CITY 017-CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS EMERGENCY PLAN Niaga CANADA Enacted under By-law No. 2005-112, as amended i I i i k City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Table of Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 LEGAL AUTHORITY 1 1.2 EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN 2 1.3 EMERGENCY PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS 3 2.0 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS 5 2.1 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE 5 2.2 EMERGENCY SITE OPERATIONS 6 2.3 EMERGENCY SUPPORT OPERATIONS 6 3.0 INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 7 3.1 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE (EOC) MANAGEMENT TEAM 7 3.2 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE (EOC) GENERAL STAFF 9 4.0 EMERGENCY DECLARATIONS 11 4.1 MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY DECLARATION 11 4.2 REGIONAL EMERGENCY DECLARATION 11 4.3 PROVINCIAL EMERGENCY DECLARATION 12 5.0 EMERGENCY INFORMATION 13 5.1 MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION OFFICER 13 5.2 REGIONAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION OFFICER 13 6.0 RECOVERY AND ASSISTANCE 14 6.1 RECOVERY PLAN 14 6.2 EMERGENCYASSISTANCE 14 it City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan 7.0 TRAINING AND EXERCISES • • • 16 7.1 TRAINING RESPONSIBILITY 16 7.2 TRAINING PRODUCTS 16 7.3 EXERCISE RESPONSIBILITY 16 7.4 EXERCISE TYPES 16 8.0 MAINTENANCE AND DISTRIBUTION 18 8.1 PLAN MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY 18 8.2 PLAN DISTRIBUTION 18 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan 1.0 Introduction This Emergency Management Plan will guide the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls in managing an appropriate response to any emergency situation either occurring within or impacting within regional boundaries. 1.1 Legal Authority In the Province of Ontario, municipalities are mandated and empowered to prepare for, respond to, and recover from, emergency situations as follows: Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (R.S.O. 1990) This legislation requires that all municipalities within the Province of Ontario have both an Emergency Management Program and an Emergency Plan (Sections 2.1 and 3.1 respectively). Both the Program and the Plan must be empowered by municipal by-law. Ontario Regulation 380/04 This regulation sets in place the standards for municipal emergency management programs and details the essential program components. Those essential components include the following: • Emergency Program Coordinator • Emergency Program Committee • Emergency Control Group • Emergency Operations Centre • Emergency Information Officer • Emergency Response Plan Municipal By-Law Through ratification of By-law #2005-112, as amended, the Council of the City of Niagara Falls has empowered an Emergency Management Program, this Emergency Management Plan and the authority to enter into Emergency Mutual Assistance Agreements under the authority of the above legislation. Emergency Program Coordinator The responsibility for coordination of the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Management Program is assigned to the staff of the Fire Department. The Fire Chief serves as the Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) with the Deputy Chiefs (2) serving as Alternate CEMCs. ® Page 1 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Emergency Program Committee The Community Control Group serves as the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Program Committee. 1,2 Emergency Response Plan This Emergency Management Plan meets the expectations of the emergency response plan requirement under provincial mandate. This Plan will define: • An emergency within the municipal context, • The emergency incident management structure • The emergency operations structure • The procedure for declaring an emergency to exist, and • The emergency assistance structures that may be employed This Plan has been designed to be flexible and adaptable to any emergency or crisis situation. However, in order for it to be operationally sound, identified municipal departments, emergency services and other key stakeholder agencies must: • maintain familiarity with the Plan contents • remain committed to participation in annual mandated training and exercises • ensure any required supporting or departmental plans are in place as required • contribute to the annual Plan review to ensure its contents remain current This Plan is supported by operational emergency plans, procedures, or protocols as required by assisting departments, emergency services, and associated agencies. Definition of Emergency The Emergency Management & Civil Protection Act defines emergency as: "a situation or an impending situation that constitutes a danger of major proportions that could result in serious harm to persons or substantial damage to property and that is caused by the forces of nature, a disease or other health risk, an accident or an act whether intentional or otherwise." Therefore, any situation occurring within or impacting within the City of Niagara Falls that meets the above definition may precipitate the activation of this Plan. Emergency Plan Alignment Because the Niagara Region is an upper tier municipality, it provides region wide services to the twelve local area municipalities. Therefore, it is essential that the Regional Emergency • Page 2 - City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan . . . Plan align with this Emergency Plan, specifically as it relates to the provision of regional services during emergency situations. To this extent it is a requirement of the Emergency Management & Civil Protection Act that the emergency plans of a lower tier (local area municipality) conform to the emergency plan of the upper tier municipality and are to have no effect to the extent of any inconsistency (Section 5). Emergency Plan Activation This Plan is considered activated at any time Emergency Operations Centre personnel are instructed to assemble and conduct operations under the Incident Management System. Emergency Plan Solidarity Any time this Plan is activated, all decisions made and actions taken by Emergency Operations Centre personnel from that point forward are made under the authority of the EOC Director as empowered by provincial legislation. All contribute to the decision making process during emergency operations within their defined role. However, once any decision is made by the EOC Director under the Incident Management System, all agree to collectively support that decision under public scrutiny from that point forward. 1.3 Emergency Planning Assumptions This Plan has been developed based on the following assumptions: Normal Emergency Operations In the course of normal business operations, various municipal departments may be required to respond to an impeding threat and/or hazardous situation. A normal emergency event is one that can be effectively managed and mitigated by a department operating independently or in coordination with other departments. When these events occur, normal emergency operations are conducted and do not require activation of this Plan. I Rapid Escalation Emergencies An emergency event within the context of this Plan may occur with little or no warning and escalate in short order. When these events occur, immediate management of the event rests l with the emergency services or municipal departments with jurisdiction over the event where it occurs. Control of these events and their impact on the community at large remains with the site response personnel until such a time that a local municipal emergency plan is activated. is ® Page 3 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Extraordinary Emergency Measures An emergency event that overwhelms or threatens to overwhelm municipal resources (response capacity) and that has a significant impact on the community at large will precipitate the activation of this Plan. When these events occur, the overarching aim of this Plan is to provide the foundation for effective and appropriate municipal control of extraordinary actions and measures that must be taken to mitigate the emergency. ® Page 4 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan 2.0 Emergency Operations Emergencies require a controlled and coordinated response effort by multiple agencies, under the direction of appropriate officials. For these emergency operations to be successful, clear lines of control, communication and reporting must be established and maintained between the various locations and stakeholder groups. Emergency operations may be conducted at any of the following locations. 2.1 Emergency Operations Centre An Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) serves as the communications hub for the control, facilitation and administration of any emergency response from multiple agencies. Emergency Operations Centre(s) can exist at three levels of government in the Province of Ontario applicable to the City of Niagara Falls as follows: • Municipal Emergency Operations Centre(s) • Regional Emergency Operations Centre(s) • Provincial Emergency Operations Centre Municipal Emergency Operations Centre The Municipal Emergency Operations Centre is where the local response to any emergency event is managed within, or impacting within, local boundaries. Recognizing that an emergency can occur at any location, the City of Niagara Falls has designated and equipped both a Primary and Alternate location at two geographically distanced facilities. Regional Emergency Operations Centre The Regional Emergency Operations Centre is where the regional response to any emergency event is managed occurring within, or impacting within, regional boundaries. Recognizing that an emergency can occur at any location, Niagara Region has designated and equipped both a Primary and Alternate location at two geographically distanced facilities. Provincial Emergency Operations Centre This is the location where Provincial Government staff and Provincial Ministry Actions Groups (MAG) coordinate the Provincial response and support to any localized emergency occurring within, or impacting, the Province of Ontario. ® Page 5 i I City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • The Provincial Emergency Operations Centre is located in Toronto and maintained by Emergency Management Ontario. 2.2 Emergency Site Operations During any emergency situation where the hazard location is specific and identifiable, emergency responders will congregate where the emergency exists and work together to accomplish the following: • Protect the life, health and safety of emergency response personnel • Protect the life, health and safety of the public • Mitigate/remove the danger/hazard presented by the emergency • Where possible minimize damage to personal property • Restore the site to its pre-emergency condition These emergency site operations are controlled and coordinated to make the most efficient use of personnel and equipment and may be operated with the support of an Emergency Operations Centre. 2.3 Emergency Support Operations During any emergency situation, various emergency support operations may be required based on the hazard and its impact on the community. These support operations may be located within the emergency site, adjacent to the emergency site, or at other locations within the community and may include: • Evacuation/Reception Centre(s) • Assisting Departmental Operations Centres (DOCs) • Cooperating Agency Emergency Operations Centres • Equipment Staging Areas and other support locations as required ® Page 6 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan . . . 3.0 Incident Management System Upon assembly, the City of Niagara Falls Emergency Operations Centre personnel will assume and perform functional roles under the Incident Management System model of operations. Best Practices The Incident Management System is the best practices model of emergency operations. It is comprised of a standardized model that is flexible, scalable and adaptable to any situation. The model includes clearly defined roles and accountabilities to manage the use of personnel, facilities, equipment, and any other required resources during any emergency. The IMS model of operations is supported by Niagara Region working in cooperation with the twelve Local Area Municipalities. It is also the model of operations for emergency management agencies of the Provincial Government and its member Ministries. 3.1 Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Management Team The EOC Management Team is responsible for overall emergency policy and coordination, public information and media relations, agency liaison, and risk management procedures through the joint efforts of local government agencies and private organizations. The Incident following Management Team is composed of the foil gositions:p I Y EOC Director Deputy Director Liaison Officer Information Officer f Risk Management Officer k . Operations Section Chief • Planning Section Chief 6 Logistics Section Chief Finance/Admin Section Chief r EOC Director i" The EOC Director has overall authority and responsibility for the activities of the EOC, and for ensuring organizational effectiveness. The EOC Director is also responsible for direct supervision of the EOC Management Team and may choose to appoint a Deputy Director to act on his/her behalf when required. The EOC Director, in conjunction with the EOC Management Team, sets out priorities and objectives for each operational period and ensures ® Page 7 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • they are carried out. Additional responsibilities of the EOC Director include liaising with the Policy Group and approving emergency information releases. Risk Management Risk Management is responsible for monitoring, assessing and recommending modifications to safety conditions and halting unsafe operations in the EOC. Risk Management also provides legal support and identifies liability and loss exposures to personnel and property. Liaison Officer The Liaison Officer is responsible for inviting required or requested agencies to the EOC, as identified by the EOC Director and EOC Management Team, and for maintaining contact with external agencies and other EOCs. Information Officer The Information Officer is responsible for establishing and maintaining media contacts; preparing news releases; coordinating interviews, news conferences or media briefings; developing public information materials; providing messaging to the public; establishing communications strategies for internal and external purposes; and liaising and coordinating messages with other Information Officers. Operations Section Chief The Operations Section Chief oversees the Operations Section and usually represents the lead agency involved in the response and recovery efforts. Planning Section Chief The Planning Section Chief oversees the Planning Section. The Planning Chief does not have to represent the lead agency involved in the response or recovery efforts. Ideally, the Planning Chief should be knowledgeable of the municipality's geography, capabilities of its various departments/agencies, resource capabilities and infrastructure. Logistics Section Chief The Logistics Section Chief oversees the Logistics Section and ensures the overall Logistics function is carried out in support of the EOC Action Plan. The Logistics Chief does not have to represent the lead agency involved in the response or recovery efforts. Ideally, the Logistics Chief should be knowledgeable of the municipality's various departments/agencies, resource capabilities and infrastructure. ® Page 8 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Finance & Administration Section Chief The Finance and Administration Section Chief oversees the Finance and Administration Section. This position has both financial and management responsibilities and does not have to represent the lead agency involved in the response or recovery. 3.2 Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) General Staff Operations Section The Operations Section is responsible for overall emergency site support. This includes gathering current situation information, sharing it with the Incident Management Team as appropriate, and coordinating resource requests from the site level. The Operations Section may be comprised of the following positions: • Operations Section Chief • Fire Branch Coordinator • Police Branch Coordinator • EMS Branch Coordinator • Emergency Social Services Branch Coordinator • Public Health Branch Coordinator • Public Works Branch Coordinator • Utilities Branch Coordinator • Transit Branch Coordinator Planning Section The Planning Section is responsible for collecting, processing, evaluating and displaying information within the EOC and maintaining all EOC documentation. The Planning Section is also responsible for anticipating long range planning needs including the demobilization and recovery phase. The Planning Section may be comprised of the following positions: • Planning Section Chief • Situation Unit Coordinator Y GIS Unit Coordinator l • Resources Unit Coordinator j • Documentation Unit Coordinator • Advance Planning Unit Coordinator i Demobilization Unit Coordinator • Recovery Unit Coordinator f • Technical Specialists Unit Coordinator I • Page 9 - i City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan Logistics Section The Logistics Section provides and acquires resources requested to support the emergency including personnel, facilities, equipment and supplies. This section is also responsible for ensuring the EOC is operational, including arranging access to technological and telecommunications resources, as well as providing other support services such as arranging for food, lodging and transportation. The Logistics Section may be comprised of the following positions: • Logistics Section Chief • Information Technology Branch Coordinator • Telecommunications Unit Coordinator • Computer Systems Unit Coordinator • EOC Support Branch Coordinator • Security Unit Coordinator • Supply Unit Coordinator • Personal Unit Coordinator • Transportation Unit Coordinator Finance & Administration Section The Finance and Administration Section is responsible for financial and administrative activities. This section monitors the expenditure process and response and recovery costs. In addition, it is responsible for coordinating claims and compensation, contracts and procurement agreements, timekeeping, and cost estimates and analysis. The Finance and Administration Section may be comprised of the following positions: • Finance and Administration Section Chief • Time Unit Coordinator • Procurement Unit Coordinator • Compensation and Claims Unit Coordinator • Cost Accounting Unit Coordinator ® Page 10 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • 4.0 Emergency Declarations An emergency declaration promotes a sense of urgency to the community regarding the severity of an emergency situation and the danger it presents. An emergency declaration should be made if any Ontario Municipality must take "extraordinary" actions to protect life, health, safety and property of residents and to formally engage the powers granted through the Emergency Management & Civil Protection Act. The Act empowers emergency declarations at three levels of government in the Province of Ontario as follows: • Municipal Emergency Declarations • Regional Emergency Declarations • Provincial Emergency Declarations 4.1 Municipal Emergency Declaration The Mayor (or designated alternate) of the City of Niagara Falls has the authority to declare an emergency to exist within the boundaries of the municipality. Municipal Emergency Declaration - Consultation Any decision by the Mayor to declare a municipal emergency will be done in consultation with the EOC Director and the members of the Emergency Operations Centre Management Team. Irrespective of the advice given, the Mayor does have the final authority for deciding to (or not to) declare a municipal emergency to exist. 4.2 Regional Emergency Declaration The Regional Chair (or designated alternate) has the authority to declare a regional emergency to exist anywhere within the boundaries of the Niagara Region. Regional Emergency Declaration - Jurisdiction Although the Regional Chair is empowered to declare a regional emergency at any location within regional boundaries, the Chair does NOT have the power to declare an emergency on behalf of any local area municipality. That power rests only with the Mayor/Lord Mayor of each specific municipality and their respective designated alternates. ® Page 11 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • 4.3 Provincial Emergency Declaration The Premier of the Province of Ontario (or designated alternate) has the authority to declare a provincial emergency to exist within the boundaries of the Province of Ontario. Provincial Emergency Declaration - Jurisdiction In addition to a provincial declaration, the Premier also has the authority to declare an emergency on behalf of any community within provincial boundaries and may also at any time declare that an emergency has terminated on behalf of any Ontario municipality. ® Page 12 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan 5.0 Emergency Information At any time this Plan is activated, there will be the need to communicate appropriate and factual information to area residents, local area municipalities, strategic partner agencies, or municipal staff directly. This information may include issuing staff action directives, responding to requests for information, and providing information to the mass media. Emergency Information Officer Under provincial mandate every municipality must designate an Emergency Information Officer responsible for management of all information for the public and the media during an emergency. 5.1 Municipal Emergency Information Officer The City of Niagara Falls has designated an Emergency Information Officer to facilitate emergency information functions during municipal emergency operations. Designated Spokespersons In support of emergency information operations, the following are designated as media spokespersons during any activation of this Plan: • Mayor as the voice of Niagara Falls City Council (Primary Spokesperson) • City of Niagara Falls CAO as voice of the Corporation (Secondary Spokesperson) • Designated senior staff(subject matter experts) as required 5.2 Regional Emergency Information Officer Niagara Region has designated the Associate Director, Corporate Communications as the Emergency Information Officer to facilitate emergency information functions during regional emergency operations. The Corporate Communications team supports the Emergency Information Officer in fulfilling their duties as described within the Incident Management System, Standard Operating Guidelines. • Page 13 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • 6.0 Recovery and Assistance Emergency recovery operations commence once any emergency has been successfully mitigated (danger/hazard removed). At that time, emergency operations may shift from the management of the emergency itself to management of the impact/ aftermath of the emergency. Recovery operations focus on restoring the community to its pre- emergency state and can vary in time from a few hours to several months. 6.1 Recovery Plan To ensure recovery operations occurs in a seamless and coordinated manner, the Emergency Operations Centre Management Team will determine the appropriate time to shift operations to resource demobilization and recovery. 6.2 Emergency Assistance During emergency operations, the Emergency Operations Centre Management Team will determine the need for assistance in support of an emergency site(s), local municipal emergency operations or other emergency support functions within the boundaries of Niagara Region. Emergency assistance under this context is specific to resources that are not available through normal operations at the direction of municipal officials. Types of Assistance The above emergency assistance may include the following types: • Personnel with special expertise • Specialized equipment with trained operators • Any other type of service%xpertise required to support emergency operations Assistance Between Levels of Government During emergency operations, the City of Niagara Falls may be requested to provide assistance to local area municipalities, regional municipality, critical infrastructure partners, critical business, industry and/or non-governmental community support agencies. • The City of Niagara Falls participates as a partner with the Local Area Municipalities and the Niagara Region for the provision of emergency assistance as per the terms and conditions of the Mutual Assistance Agreement developed for this purpose. ® Page 14 City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan . . . It is also possible that the City of Niagara Falls may make appeals for assistance from higher levels of government (Provincial or Federal) agencies, neighbouring communities and/or cross- border partners to support regional emergency operations. i I Y t I • Page 15 - II. i City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan 7.0 Training and Exercises This Plan details the City of Niagara Falls response structure for managing any emergency occurring within or impacting within municipal boundaries. Therefore, in order for this Plan to be effective: • All key Municipal staff with responsibilities defined in this Plan must be trained in its content, its implementation, emergency operations including the Incident Management System Standard Operating Guidelines and participate as requested in training exercises 7,1 Training Responsibility The Niagara Falls Fire Department is responsible for facilitation of emergency management training opportunities and promoting other external training opportunities that support the professional development of emergency operations staff. 7.2 Training Products Training will be provided using a variety of training products. Training may be delivered in- house or through external opportunities including: • Municipally facilitated training courses • Regionally facilitated training courses • Provincial facilitated training courses • Cross- Border partner facilitated training courses Other specialty or risk specific training opportunities 7.3 Exercise Responsibility The Niagara Falls Fire Department is responsible for coordination of the annual emergency exercises to test the provisions of this Plan or to test the provisions of any other component of the Municipal Emergency Management Program. 7.4 Exercise Types Exercises simulate emergency conditions that require activation of this Plan (in whole or in part) and assembly of emergency operations staff. The basic types of exercises include: • Tabletop (Case Study, Paper or Static) ® Page 16 ® City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • • Functional (Telecommunications, Alerting or Equipment Specific) • Field (Fully Functional Generic, Hazard Specific or Specialty) Exercises vary in duration and complexity by type beginning with the basic static exercises to the most complex field functional exercises. Fire Department staff will provide or promote a variety of exercise opportunities using a variety of products that may be delivered in-house or through external opportunities including: • Municipal Exercises (of varying complexity) • Regional Exercise (of varying complexity) • Department/Service Specific Exercises • Other External Emergency Exercises • Cross Border Exercises ® Page 17 ® City of Niagara Falls Emergency Plan • • • 8.0 Maintenance and Distribution This Plan is considered a living document and therefore must remain current. It will be, as a minimum, reviewed and updated on an annual basis to ensure operational sustainability in alignment with the provincial mandate. 8.1 Plan Maintenance Responsibility It is the responsibility of the Niagara Falls Fire Department to maintain this Plan and to facilitate all revisions to the Plan contents. It is the responsibility of all stakeholders to ensure that the Niagara Falls Fire Department is notified of any department specific changes, revisions or additions that affect the contents of this Plan. 8.2 Plan Distribution This Plan is considered a public document as per the provisions of the Emergency Management & Civil Protection Act. As such, it will be posted on the City of Niagara Falls website to be available to anyone wishing to review it. Requests for paper copies of this Plan can be made through the Clerk's Office or through Fire Department staff. • All paper or electronic copies in general circulation will carry the current year date Paper copies of this Plan will be maintained as part of the standard Municipal Emergency Operations Centre equipment cache. Those plans will be replaced annually upon revision of the document in accordance with the provincial mandate. Paper or electronic copies are current as of the cover date. It is the responsibility of the Plan holder to ensure their Plan copy is current and to replace it annually. ® Page 18 SCHEDULE "C" to By-law 2017- Municipal Emergency Control Group Members Chief Administrative Officer Fire Chief/CEMC Deputy Fire Chief/Alternate CEMC (2) Manager of Strategic and Corporate Initiatives Director of Municipal Works Director of Finance Director of Transportation Manager of Risk Management Manager of G.I.S. Services Manager of Supply & Services Executive Secretary Fire Department Administrative Assistant Fire Department I SCHEDULE "D" to By-law 2017- City of Niagara Falls Emergency Management Program Committee and the Committee Members CAO Fire Chief/CEMC/EMPC Chairman Deputy Fire Chief (2) Director of Finance Director of Municipal Works Manager of Strategic and Corporate Initiatives CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2017 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by-laws. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1 . By-law No. 2002-081 is amended by deleting Schedule "A", and that Schedule "A" attached hereto shall be inserted in lieu thereof. Passed this eleventh day of July, 2017. ............................................................... ........................................................... BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11, 2017. Second Reading: July 11, 2017. Third Reading: July 11, 2017. SCHEDULE "A" 1. Chief Building Official: Salvatore Valeo 2. Inspectors: Tammy Agnoletto Louie Baldinelli Jim Boutilier James Cerminara Luciano Chieca Frank Devereaux Brian Dickson Effat Effat Sandro Elia Adam Horton Kellie Kubik Matthew Lane Christel Meyer Carmen Mignelli Nick Pietrangelo Roger Pigeon Phil Ross Ellen Roupas Fred Sacco Ben Trendle Ron Waters Brian Sparks Jo Zambito 3. Property Standards Officers: James Cerminara Doug Evans Brian Sparks CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2017 - A By -law to appoint Deputy Lottery Licensing Officers, repealing By -law No. 2014 - 057. WHEREAS Order in Council 1413/08 provides that every municipality may issue licenses of lotteries in accordance with government regulation and legislation; and WHEREAS Section 227 of the Municipal Act, 2001 c.25, provides guidelines on roles of officers and employees of a municipality; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That Anna Morocco, Bill Matson and Teresa Fabbro are hereby appointed Deputy Lottery Licensing Officer for the City of Niagara Falls, Ontario, effective the date of the passing of this By -law. 2. That Anna Morocco, Bill Matson and Teresa Fabbro shall hold office during the pleasure of the Council and shall exercise all the authority, powers and rights and shall perform all the duties and obligations which by Statute or by -laws are or may be conferred or imposed upon the Deputy Lottery Licensing Officer and any other duties that may be imposed by Council. 3. By -law No. 2014 - 057 passed on the 13th day of May, 2014, is hereby repealed. Passed this 11th day of July, 2017. ........................................................ ........................................................... BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11, 2017. Second Reading: July 11, 2017. Third Reading: July 11, 2017. CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2017 - A by-law to authorize the payment of$10,318,757.92 for General Purposes. THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to pay the attached list of disbursements for the period of from May 24, 2017 to June 23, 2017. Passed this eleventh day of July, 2017 ..................................................... ................................................................. BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11, 2017 Second Reading: July 11, 2017 Third Reading: July 11, 2017 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2017 - A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 11th day of July, 2017. 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 11`h day of July, 2017 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 eleventh day of July, 2017. .............................................................. ................................................................ BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: July 11, 2017 Second Reading: July 11, 2017 Third Reading: July 11, 2017