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TENTH MEETING
Monday, August 11, 2003
From 4:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B
Approval of the 2003 07 14 Community Services Committee Minutes as amended.
PRESENTATION:
Mr. John Fisher - Walker Brothers Ltd. -
Landfill Expansion Environmental Assessment
DEPUTATION:
Residents wishes to speak on Dorchester Road Improvements
between Thorold Stone Road and Mountain Road
REPORTS:
MW-2003-140 -
MW-2003-143 -
Dorchester Road EA Update
Request for Taxi Sttmds on Victoria Avenue
PRESENTATION:
Falls Management Company (FMC) - Mr. John Roce
Casino Sign Application
MW-2003-149
REPORTS:
MW-2003-146
MW-2003-137-
MW-2003-138-
d) MW-2003-147-
Fallsview Boulevard Reconstruction
Joint Casino/City Road Works
Calaguim Estates ~ Phase 2 Subdivision Agreemant
with Kybala Ventures/Canadian National Railway
New Catholic Elementary School - Kalar Road
Roadway, Dr~inage and Watermain Looping Cost
Sharing Agreements Details
Cost Sharing and Financing Arrangements St. David's
Sanitary Servicing Project, Stanley Avenue North
Sewer Extension
e) R-2003-55 -
f) MW-2003-150 -
5) NEW BUSINESS
6) ADJOURNMENT
Proposed Drop Off and Pick Up Area for
Princess Margaret School
Ministry of Transportation Demolition of
Structure #7 - Closure of Highway 420
STAFF CONTACT:
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Duj lovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Ed Dujlovic
Adele Kon
Ed Dujlovic
MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, June 16, 2003, City Hall, Room 2 at 4:00 p.m.
PRESENT:
REGRETS:
STAFF:
PRESS:
Chairman Victor Pietrangelo, Mayor Wayne Thomson, Alderman Wayne
Campbell, Alderman Kim Craitor, Alderman Art Federow, Alderman Ken
Feren, Alderman Shirley Fisher, Alderman Carolynn Ioannoni, Alderman
Paisley Janvary-P0ol, Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Alderman Norman
Puttick, Alderman Selina Volpatti and Alderman Janice Wing
Alderman Judy Orr
John MacDonald, Tony Ravenda, Adele Kon, Ed Dujlovic, GeoffHolman, Ray
Kallio, Lee Smith, Dean Iorfida, Alex Herlovitch, Todd Harrison, Sue Forcier,
Joanna Daniels.
Corey Larocque, Niagara Falls Review
'1) MINUTES:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN JANVARY-POOL and seconded by Alderman Feren, that the
minutes of the June 16, 2003 meeting be approved.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
DEPUTATIONS:
2)
Charnwood Avenue Petition
Several residents from the Charnwood area were in attendance and a petition was presented
indicating their concerns regarding sidewalk construction. Following a lengthy discussion, it was
apparent that there was diversity in what was wanted by the residents. Concerns were also
mentioned regarding drainage and ponding as it related to the nearby Hydro field.
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, seconded by Alderman Feren, that staffmeet with
residents of Chamwood Avenue to come to a resolution as to sidewalk location.
Motion:
Action:
Carried
Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
b) Canadian Niagara Hotels - Proposed Spiderman Sign
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN PUTTICK, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that the
proposed "Spiderman" sign be approved.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
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c) Niagara Falls Taxi
Cammie Bateman was in attendance on behalf of Niagara Falls Taxi. Ms. Bateman requested that
Niagara Falls Taxi be allowed to use the two bus stops on Victoria Avenue on a temporary basis.
Representatives from the Victoria Avenue BIA, the Clifton Hill BIA and Mike Maroney of S-O Taxi
were in attendance at the meeting and indicated their opposition to this request from Niagara Falls
Taxi. Following a lengthy discussion, no consensus was arrived at.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN PUTTICK, SECONDED BY Alderman Janvary-Pool, that the
request from Niagara Falls Taxi for use of the two bus stops on Victoria Avenue be tabled for two
weeks for a staffreport.
Motion:
Opposed:
Action:
Carded
Aldermen Ioarmoni, Janvary-Pool, Puttick and Wing
Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
d) Lundy's Lane Motel Owners
Several motel owners from the Lundy's Lane area were in attendance at the meeting. Due to the
downturn in tourism, the owners requested assistance in the form of tax relief. Staff advised that
arrangements couM be made to deferpayment, however, by law, penalty and interest charges could
not be waived. The motel owners asked the City to petition the Federal and Provincial governments
to provide an interest-free loan to cover the penalty and interest costs for all sectors of the
community that have been hurt by the downturn in the economy.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CRAITOR, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that the Federal
& Provincial governments be requested to consider interest-free loans to all sectors in Niagara Falls
as a result of the economic downturn.
Motion:
Opposed:
Action:
Carded
Aldermen Janvary-Pool, Puttick and Volpatti
Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
3) PRESENTATIONS:
a) Grey Avenue Environmental Assessment
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN PLrrTICK, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that Option 6 -
Partial Closure/Reversal as identified in the Grey Avenue EA be tabled to September 8, 2003.
Motion: Carded
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
b) Walker Brothers Ltd.
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN PUTTICK, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that the
Walkers Brothers Ltd. presentation re the Landfill Expansion Environmental Assessment be tabled
to September 8, 2003.
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Motion:
Action:
a)
Carded
Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
REPORTS:
MW-2003-124 - Request to Purchase Surplus City-Owned Land
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, SECONDED BY Alderman Campbell that staffent~r
into negotiations for the sale of 0.659 HA on the west side of Girls' Home for Soccer to Silvestri
Inveslments for fair market value; Silvestri to pay for all costs associated with purchase.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
b) M'vV-2003-131 - Greenway Estates Subdivision
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, SECONDED BY Mayor Thomson, that
the City utilize securities provided to complete remaining Class Ill Works for the Greenway Estates
Subdivision.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
c) R-2003-46 - Increased Park Surveillance
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that Report
R-2003-46 re increased park surveillance be received for information.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
d) M3V-2003~134 - Casino Road EA Update
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that Report
MW-2003-134 - Casino Roads EA, be received for information.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
e) MW-2003-135 - Casino Roads Reconstruction Contract Issues
IT WAS MOVED BY MAYOR THOMSON, SECONDED BY Alderman Volpatti, that Staffbe
authorized to include a bonus/penalty clause in the contract for road reconstruction for the new
casino.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
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5) NEW BUSINESS:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN VOLPATTI, SECONDED BY Alderman Ioannoni, that a grant
of $300 each be given to John Gallo and Vince Lepiane, two local soccer players who will be
competing in Korea.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN CRAITOR, SECONDED BY Alderman Campbell, that
consideration of a speed bump on Alpine and Senior parking signs be referred to the Parking &
Traffic Committee.
Motion: Carried
Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2003-07-14
6) ADJOURNMENT:
IT WAS MOVED BY ALDERMAN IOANNONI, SECONDED BY Alderman Feren, that the
regular meeting of the Community Services Committee be adjourned at 6:15 p.m. and that a
Committee-of-the-Whole Session be convened.
Motion: Carried
] Dean Iorfida - Dorchester Road Improvements ......... ~1
From:
To:
Date:
Subject:
"David Redekop" <davirede@enoreo.on.ca>
<diorfida@city. niag ara falls.on.ca>
8~6~03 9:40AM
Dorchester Road Improvements
Dear Mr. Iorfida:
I would respectfully request that you allow me to make a short presentation at the Community
Services Community Meeting next Monday (August 11th) in order to address sedous safety concerns that
my wife and I have in regards to the work being presently completed on Domhester Road. Thanking you in
advance for any assistance you are able to offer, I am,
Gratefully,
David T. Redekop
3855 Domhester Road
Niagara Falls, ON
L2J 3A8
905-357-4613
Please send a copy of this request to all elected councilors for the city of Niagara Falls.
Marianne Tikk~/- Re: Dorchester Road Improvements Page, 1 ~
The City of ~l~llt
Niagarq~:i~s ll~__ean Iodide
CQnad(~o: .,~ll~avid Redekop
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~ ~ Re: Dorchester Road Improvements
Mr. Redekop:
Thank you for your e-mail. If you could be at the Community Services Meeting for 4:15 p.m.
The meeting is held in the basement of City Hall in Committee Room ~ZA/2B.
See you Monday.
Sincerely,
Dean Iorfida
City Clerk
>>> "David Redekop" <davirede@enoreo.on.ca> 08~06~03 09:39AM >>>
Dear Mr. Iorfida:
I would respectfully request that you allow me to make a short presentation at the Community
Services Community Meeting next Monday (August 11th) in order to address serious safety concerns that
my wife and I have in regards to the work being presently completed on Dorchester Road. Thanking you in
advance for any assistance you are able to offer, I am,
Gratefully,
David T. Redekop
3855 Dorchester Road
Niagara Falls, ON
L2J 3A8
905-357-4613
Please send a copy of this request to all elected councilors for the city of Niagara Falls.
CC: Marianne Tikky
Community Services Departmont
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Niagara Falls I'~1~,, P'°' Box 1023
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MW-2003-140
Ed Dujlovic
Director
August 11, 2003
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Mernbers of the Community Services Com~ttee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2003-140
Dorehsster Rond Environmental Assessment - Update
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Domhester Road Preferred Design, "Reconstruct Dorchester Road to
a 4/5 Lane Hybrid and Morris~yn Street to a basic 4 Lane Cross Section," be accepted; AND THAT STAFF
INVESTIGATE ALL OPTIONS WITHIN THE EA PROCESS REGARDING CENTRE MEDIANS ON MORRISON
BACKGROUND: STREET AND DORCHESTER ROAD.
As the Committee is aware, a Domhester Road Class Environmental Study update was presented to
the Committee on Monday, November 18, 2002 by the project consultant. The presentation
summarized the studyprogress to date, outlined the studyissues, public consultation and stakeholder
concerns, and provided a synopsis of a number of alte:matives developed to address those concerns.
At the time of the presentation, the issue of providing bicycle lanes as part of the preferred plan was
presented as a tradeoff against the need to acquire additional property, the removal of a larger
number of mature frees, and higher conslrucfion costs. The Committee's decision to request the
consultant to examine the bicycle lane issue in more detail was carried forward and a third Public
Information Centre (PIC) was held on Thursday, Sanuaty 16, 2003 to present the results to the public.
An oral presentation and a variety of presentation boards were provided es part of the PIC. The PIC
was advertised in the local newspapers, letter notices were hand-delivered, and a further notice was
provided to 61 agencies and interested stakeholdcxs. A total of 110 individuals attended the PIC
(afmrncon and evening sessions). A total of 56 comment sheets were received. The major issues
that were brought forward by the public included:
The majority supported reconstructing Domhester Road to a 4/5 Lane Hybrid and Morrison
Street to a basic 4 Lane cross section as presented at the PIC;
Forty-seven comment sheets were received regarding the bicycle lanes and boulevards on
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Dorchester Road. Of these comments, 74% were against the implementation of bicycle lanes and
boulevards along Dorchester Road; and
Additional issues that were commented on by a number of the public at the PIC included the
extension of Morrison Street over the QEW with/without access to the QEW, railway grade
separations on Dorchester Road and Morrison Street, the installation of traffic signals at the
Dawson Street intersection, and the impact to existing mature trees and property as a result of
the proposed road widening.
Subsequent to the input received from the Committee and from the public at PIC No. 3, an additional
seven design alternatives were developed, for a total of eleven design alternatives, for Dorchester
Road, in order to evaluate additional bicycle and boulevard options. In order to fully reflect the input
received, the evaluation criteria was "re-weighted" and all the design alternatives were reevaluated.
As a result of the public's input, additional emphasis was placed on property impacts, compatibility
with land use, and the natural environment while less emphasis was put on traffic operations and
impacts to municipal services. Individual categories were also condensed and the weighting for the
"user safety" category was subdivided to better represent vehicle, pedestrian, and cyclist safety.
A new Preferred Design for Dorchester Road was selected from the updated comparative evaluation
of the design alternatives. The new Preferred Design provides a 4/5 Lane Hybrid with a basic four
lane cross section from Thorold Stone Road to Lundy's Lane. Mordson Street will also be widened
to a basic four lane cross section from Domhester Road to Drummond Road. This design also
includes various roadway operational improvements at Thorold Stone Road, Morrison Street and
Dawson Street. New traffic signals will be placed at the intersection of Dawson Street and centre
median islands will be provided at key intersections to improve traffic safety. Boulevards and a
continuous 3.0 metre multi-use walking and bike pathway will be installed in areas where property
restrictions will allow. A sidewalk and boulevard of varying width will be installed in sections with
significant property restrictions. The Preferred Design will require the purchase of property in several
locations and will have some impact to the existing trees, however, this alternative minimizes that
impact while still providing a pedestrian realm, boulevards, and bicycle facilities.
Subsequent to PIC No. 3, those individual stakeholders affected by the extension of existing or
placement of new centre median islands as part of the Preferred Design were contacted to solicit
comments. Issues arising from these concerned stakeholders continue to be addressed as part of the
Environmental Assessment process.
At this point in the process, Council is being asked to endorse the Preferred Design plan. Once this
endorsement is provided and the concerns of the stakeholders related to the medians are addressed,
the Environmental Study Report will be completed and filed in the public record for a 30-day review
period. During that time, issues arising out of the study will continue to be addressed where
necessary. Once the 30-day review period is completed, aNotice of Completion will be advertised
and the Class Environmental Assessment will be concluded.
August ll, 2003 -3 - MW-2003-140
Council's concurrence with the recommendation would be appreciated.
Prepared by:
Bob Darrall
Project Manager
Respectfully submitted:
John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
Community Services Department
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Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: edujlovi~city, niagarafalis.on.ca
RECL:WED & FZLED]
MW-2003-143
Ed DuJlovic
Director
August l 1, 2003
Alderman Victor Pielrengelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Conununity Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Oata~o
Member:
RE: MW-2003-143
Request for Taxi Stands along Victoria Avenue
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that this report be received for the information of thc Conununity Services
Committee.
BACKGROUND:
Council at its July 14, 2003 meeting, requested that staffreport on the i~ue of Taxi Stands along
Victoria Avenue.
At its June 16, 2003 meeting Council approved the following recommendation from thc Municipal
Parking and Traffic Committee:
"It is recommended that staff'be directed to contact Falls Management Company to possibly
use a small portion of the Old CP Rail lines to setup two taxi stands, and further to setup a
meeting as soon as possible with the Taxi Companies and Clifton Hill and Lundy's Lane
B.I.A. committee representatives."
On July 7, 2003, Staffmet with Alderman Kim Craitor and representatives of Niagara Falls Taxi,
5-0 Taxi, Niagara Air Bus and the BIA's. The discussion focussed around whether taxi stands
should be established on-street or should be provided on private property in the Clifton Hill and
Victoria/Centre areas. There was not a consensus amongst the group, therefore, Niagara Falls Taxi
indicated that they were going to approach Council regarding the establishment of temporary Taxi
Stands at the two bus stops on Victoria Avenue.
In addition, thc OLG-C has responded to Council's request to establish two taxi stands on their lands
(former C.P. Rail Lands), along thc cast side of Victoria Avcnuc. The attached correspondence
indicates that thc OLGC will not provide two taxi stands on their Victoria Avenue property. For
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Staff has been advised by BIA representatives that Niagara Falls Taxi has not approached any of the
area business owners to make arrangements to establish taxi stands on their properties. However, 5-0
Taxi has made arrangements with several business owners. The BIA representatives have indicated
that there are a number of businesses that would be willing to do so.
The Taxi Companies as well as the BIA representatives have been invited to attend this meeting.
The Committee' s concurrence with the recommendation outlined in this report would be appreciated.
Prepared by:
Karl Dren
Manager of Traffic & Parking Services
Approved by:
~Ed~
Director of Municipal Works
Respectfully Submitted by:
~John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
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Municipal Works
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Niagara Falla,
Ontario f,2E 6X5
Attention: Ed Dujlovic
Director of Municipal Works
De~lovi~c
RE: Victoria Avenue lmprovemeats
Railway ROW Imid~
Forthcr to your Icttcr of July 04, 2003., and our subsequent meeting of July 21, 2003.
Tlnank you for your prompt atteution to the parking problems, tho sig~xs have had the
desired affect.
At our meeting we discussed thc possibility ot providing a taxi stand on th6 Victoria
Road £rontage, we support the general position that this would not be acceptable due to
potential congestSon and continued fret:dom of traffic ~low. Wc further understated that
local properties would bc available for this pinT, ese.
Please cm~tact me if you require further details or clarifications.
Yours yew truly
D~t ,~ Dc-,,clopmenl
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Mr. Karl Dren
Traffic & Parking Services Manager
Cib/of Niagara Fails
4210 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, Ontario
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TRAFFIC/PARKING
JUN 0 2 2002
RECE.,q/ED
Dear Karl:
Further to our discussions last week regarding the issue of taxi stands in the Victoria - Centre
BIA area, please be advised that the Board of Management has decided to refrain from
allowing designated taxi stands.
Several Board members had several concerns. In the experience of some Board members
who have/had taxi stands near their properties noticed they have served as a waiting area
until a call is received for service at another location rather than a pick up poinL The exhaust
from idling taxis is unpleasant, Parking and delivery of goods is critical in this area and at this
time we do not wish to remove the customer parking spots and/or loading zones necessary
to provide room for taxis.
We suggest the transportation companies contact the individual hotel owners regarding this
and negotiate a designated area on said property.
Thank you for your time in this matter and for considering the needs of this area.
Sincerely,
LMrs. Sue McDowell
P O. Box 841, Niagara Fails, Ontario L2E 6V6
9r tel: 905-358-7137 fax: 905-358-5891 ~lr
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MW-2003-149
John Caatrilli
Director
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chair
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2003-149 - Casino Niagara - Sign Variances
RECOMMENDATION:
That Committee recommends the sign variances to Council subject to the attached conditions and
ss o .
BACKGROUND:
The new Casino pmjeet is proposing a number of signs that do not meet the requiremcats of the Sign
By-law. The By-law allows for a maximum of six signs, none of which may be located within the
mad allowance.
A total of twenty-three signs are proposed, some of which are considered direotional, internal non
advertising signs. The proposed pylon or ground sign on Fallsview Boulevard is a video screen 723
sq.ii., 48 ii. high and will be located entirely on the municipal road allowance, whereas the
maximum allowed is 200 sq. i~., 25 it high and not permitted on the road allowance. Eight other
smaller ground signs are proposed on Fallsview Boulevard and four on Murray Stteet, the majority
of which are considered to be directional type but are on the mad allowances. The remaining signs
are internal directional with minor advertising areas.
Staff has had several meetings regarding these signs and would recommend the fi~llowing be
imposed as conditions of approval;
1)
All signs be placed in such a manner away fi'om thc traveled portion of the road so as to
reduce any conflicts in impact and visibility,
2) Any LED on the smaller directional signs be restricted to messages pertaining to parking
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4)
5)
6)
availability (ie. "Lot Full") etc.,
Liability insurance along with an indemnification clause be included,
If it is found, the signs are causing unsafe conditions (ie. Interfering with traffic signal
operations, creating collision problems, etc.) that they be removed/relocated within 60 days,
at the owners expense upon written notification,
If any sign is interfering with any necessary road works/repair/maintenance the sign(s) be
removed (and reinstalled) at the owners expense,
An annual "rental fee" or "licensing fee" be considered for those signs that are located on the
municipal road allowance, and,
It is anticipated that Falls Management Company will be attending the Community Services
Committee to speak to the deferral motion.
Respectfully submitted:
John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Recommended by:
~& Bylaw Services
Ed Dujlovic, F. Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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MW-2003-146
Ed Dujlovic
Director
August 11, 2003
.Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re: MW-2003-146 - Fallsview Boulevard Reconstruction
Joint Casino / City Road Works
RECOMMENDATION:
That Staff be authorized to negotiate with PCL for the construction of works within the road
allowance adjacent to the Casino building.
BACKGROUND:
As Council may be aware, Falls Management Company (FMC) is responsible for constructing the
landscaping adjacent to the casino in accordance with the site plan. However, in order for them to
proceed, certain City works must be completed. The City works are the curb, power ducts, signal
pole bases, streetlight pole bases and catch basins.
PCL and FMC are ready to complete their portion of the work, however, the City work is not yet
ready. In order to allow them to proceed, staff is recommending that we negotiate a price with PCL
for the work and remove those specific items from the City tender.
In addition to allowing the work to proceed, it will also allow us to clearly delineate the areas of
responsibility (i.e., the curbline) between PCL and the future City contractor. This is important under
Ministry of Labour Regulations.
We have estimated the value of this work to be less than $150,000 of the total estimated contract
price of $7,000,000.
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Committee's concurrence with this recommendation would be appreciated.
MW-2003-146
Prepared
Manager of Engineering Services
Respectfully submitted:
~John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Approve~c~by:
/~Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
Community Services Department
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MW-2003-137
Ed Dujlovic
Director
August 11, 2003
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
MW-2003-137 - Calaguiro Estates - Phase 2 Subdivision
Agreement with Kybala Ventures/Canadian National Railway
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Council authorize the execution of an agreement between The Corporation
of The City of Niagara Falls, Canadian National Railway Company and Kybala Ventures Inc.
pertaining to the development of the Calagniro Estates Phase 2 Subdivision.
BACKGROUND:
The Calaguiro Estates Phase 2 of Subdivision is situated between Dorchester Road and St. Paul
Avenue and is bordered along the north limit by the Canadian National Railway line. One of the
conditions of draft approval for the development was for the proponent to enter into an agreement
to ensure that design issues pertaining to noise, vibration and safety impact mitigation measures were
adequately addressed.
Due to the fact that these measures involve lands that were subsequemly dedicated to the City (i.e.,
pump station, storm water management facility, storm drainage easements), it is necessary for the
City to become a party to the agreement.
Municipal Works Department and Legal Department staff has reviewed the documents and have
found everything to be in order. Accordingly, staff is recommending that we proceed with the
execution and reg/stration of this agreement at the developer's expense.
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Prepared by:
Geoff Holman, C.E.T.
Manager of Development
Respectfully submitted:
(~ John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Approved by:
Ed Dujlovic, P.Eng.
Director of Municipal Works
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Tel.: (905) 356-7521
Fax: (905) 356-2354
E-mail: edujlovi@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
MW-2003-138
Ed DujlovJc
Director
August 11, 2003
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re.'
MW-2003-138 - New Catholic Elementary School - Kalar Road
Roadway, Drainage and Watermain Looping
Cost Sharing Agreement Details
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the cost sharing for the necessary roadway improvements, storm sewer and
watermain looping required for the new Catholic Elementary School on Kalar Road be included in
the Site Plan Agreement as described in this report.
BACKGROUND:
The Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) is planning the construction of a new
elementary school on the east side of Kalar Road, north of Thorold Stone Road which is expected
to be open by September 2004. Municipal Works staff has been working with the architects and
engineers to assess the impacts of this new development on the existing infrastructure and have
identified a servicing strategy that involves the following improvements.
1. Watermain Loop (Kalar Road to Forest Glen Drive)
During the design of the Forest Glen Estates Plan of Subdivision (Plan 59M-130), provisions were
made to extend the 200-mm diameter watermain westerly through a future roadway that would
connect out to Kalar Road. The school proposal effectively cuts off the roadway, however the
extension of the watermain can be achieved by constructing approximately 103 meters of pipe
through an easement that is situated just north of the new building. The cost sharing for this
component is as follows:
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NCDSB - share
City of Niagara Falls - share
$ 3,000.00 (13.5%)
$19,274.00 (86.5%)
Total $22,274.00
It is proposed that the contractor for the NCDSB will construct the watermain and the City will pay
upon satisfactory completion using funds from the 2003 Watermain Program.
2. Storm Sewer (Outlet to Shriner's Creek)
The storm drainage collected on the school property will outlet into Shriner's Creek however given
the City's intentions to upgrade Kalar Road and remove the ditches it was agreed that it would be
more cost effective to build one storm sewer to service both the road and the school property. Cost
sharing for this component was based on an Area and Runoff Coefficient Formula that works out
as follows:
NCDSB - share
City of Niagara Falls - share
$20,608.00 (64%)
$11,592.00 (36%)
Total $32,200.00
The design and construction of the storm sewer will be coordinated by City staff with the City's
portion being funded from the Development Charges Reserve.
3. Kalar Road Improvements (Thorold Stone Road to Shriner's Creek)
Since development in this short section of Kalar Road is effectively complete and the increase in
pedestrian and vehicular activity resulting from this project will propagate the need for higher road
safety levels, it would be prudent to reconstruct the roadway to a full urban road standard. The City
identified the need for growth-related improvements in this general area in its 1999 Development
Charges Background Study. The traffic impact study prepared for the school project identified a
need to extend the southbound left turn lane by 60 meters. Municipal Works staff is currently
completing the design stage of this component of the project but intend to have the road work
complete prior to the school opening next September. The road reconstruction is to be funded from
the Development Charges Reserve with an additional contribution by the NCDSB for the turning
lane extension in the amount of $6,038.00.
In conclusion, Municipal Works staff has been working with the NCDSB and consulting team to
complete this work in a friendly and cost-effective manner and with the Council's endorsement of
this cost sharing proposal, we can proceed with the completion of the Site Plan Agreement.
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Prepar~ .
Geoff Holman, C.E.T.
Manager of Development
Respectfully submitted:
John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Director of Municipal Works
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MW-2003-147
Ed Dujlovic
Director
August 11, 2003
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
MW-2003-147 - Cost Sharing and Financing Arrangements
St. David's Sanitary Servicing Project Stanley Avenue North
Sewer Extension
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City of Niagara Falls authorize the construction of a sanitary sewer on
Stanley Avenue (Hwy. 405 to Portage Road) and that staff be directed to enter into negotiations with
the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and any benefitting property owners for an appropriate cost
sharing and cost recovery arrangement.
BACKGROUND:
The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake has embarked on a sanitary sewage scheme for the community
of St. David's that involves the conveyance of flows to the Stanley Avenue Wastewater Treatment
Plant in Niagara Falls. Municipal Works staff has reported to City Council on two occasion's
December 4, 2001 (MW-2001-171) and February 3, 2003 (MW-2003-24) to seek confirmation of
the City's support for this initiative. This proposal would enable the City to extend a sanitary sewer
to approximately 17 unsewered properties currently within the Urban Area.
The Town has awarded a design-build contract to a consortium made up of Dillon Consulting Ltd.
and D'Orazio Construction Ltd. and although some fine details are outstanding, the physical
construction phase is imminent. Prior to commencing construction in the City of Niagara Falls it
is necessary to finalize the financing plans for the City's share of the works.
Municipal Works staff sent out notices and advertised a Public Meeting that was held on
Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. - City Hall. This meeting was poorly attended (only four
residents) however, there has been some correspondence with property owners that they may be
interested.
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There are a couple of key issues that have arisen out of staffs discussions with interested parties.
Currently approximately 17 properties are serviced with municipal water but have private
sewage systems (i.e., septic tanks or holding tanks)
The City is not aware that any of these private systems are malfunctioning or are creating a
health risk.
Once the sanitary sewer is installed to the property line the homeowner is NOT under any
legal obligation to connect to the sewer system (unless the condition of the private system
deteriorates and an Order to Connect is issued by the Regional Niagara Health Unit).
Once the sanitary sewer is installed to the property line the homeowner is ENTITLED to
connect subject to the provisions of the Public Utilities Act and payment of reasonable costs
established by the municipality.
Although most of the properties to be serviced are currently used for low density residential
purposes, the entire service area is designated Industrial in the City's Official Plan and a mix
of Light, Prestige and Extractive Industrial uses in the City's Zoning By-law 79-2000.
It follows then, that the financing plan for this project must have some flexibility to cover a portion
of the cost from current users with the ability to assess a supplementary charge when, and if, these
properties redevelop.
At this point in the process the final cost breakdown is still under review however given the urgency
of the schedule for construction, staff is recommending that we authorize completion of the works
now and resolve the financial issues through a cost sharing agreement as the information becomes
available.
Alternatively, staff should be directed to notify the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake to defer
construction pending the reconciliation of costs and cost sharing schemes.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Prepared by:
~eo f~Hol(man, C.E.T. ~
Manager of Development
Respectfully submitted:
John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
Approved b~
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Director of Municipal Works
Community Services Department
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E-mail: akon@city.niagarafalls.on.ca
R-2003-55
Adele Kon
Director
August 11, 2003
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
Re: R-2003-55 Proposed Drop Off and Pick Up
Area for Princess Margaret School
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that Committee support the utilization of a portion of the A.G. Bridge Park
parking lot as a drop off and pick up point for the students of Princess Margaret School and that staff
be directed to finalize a License Agreement with the District School Board of Niagara.
BACKGROUND:
Parks, Recreation & Culture staffrecently met with the District School Board of Niagara who has
requested permission to utilize a portion of A.G. Bridge Park parking lot for the purposes of
dropping off and picking up students of Princess Margaret School. The school currently experiences
high volumes of traffic at the beginning and end of the school day when parents drop off and pick
up students. It is expected that the volumes of traffic will increase as a result of the transfer of
approximately 120 students from the former Diamond Jubilee School.
In the meeting with the school board representatives, they agreed that they would open an area along
the existing boundary fence adjacent to the parking lot, create a walkway and ensure the proper
maintenance of the parking lot, including winter snow plowing. Appendix 1 shows the location of
A.G. Bridge Park parking lot in relation to the school.
The City's Legal Department has prepared a draft agreement between the City and District School
Board of Niagara which addresses such issues as the term of the agreement, maintenance of the
parking lot and liability insurance.
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Conclusion
The Committee's support to allow the District School Board of Niagara to utilize a portion of the
existing parking lot at A.G. Bridge Park will help alleviate the traffic congestion experienced at
Princess Margaret School before and after school.
Recommended by:
~ Adele Kon
Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture
Respectfully submitted:
-~ John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
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Proposed Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up Area
for Princess Margaret Elementary School
Appendix 1
August 2003
Community Services Department
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MW-2003-150
Ed Dujlovic
Director
August 11, 2003
Alderman Victor Pietrangelo, Chairperson
and Members of the Community Services Committee
City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Members:
Re:
MW-2003-150 - Ministry of Transportation
Demolition of Structure # 7
Temporary Closure of Hwy. 420
RECOMMENDATION:
That this report be received for information.
BACKGROUND:
The Ministry of Transportation has advised the City that Structure #7 must be demolished and
replaced. Structure #7 is the bridge that hms from Highway 420 West bound to QEW Toronto
bound. Originally this structure was to be repaired, however, the condition now requires replacement·
In order to demolish the structure, Highway 420 ( West bound to Montrose Road ) beneath it must
be closed. The closure is for the demolition only and will nm from Tuesday, August 12, 2003 until
the end of the day Thursday, August 14, 2003.
Prep~r~d~y:
J~Eng.
Manager of Engineering Services
Appro
Director of Municipal Works
Respectfully submitted:
~John MacDonald
Chief Administrative Officer
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