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k City Council Meeting
A N !A n A Tuesday, April 9, 2019 Council Chambers 5:00 PM
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Carolynn loannoni,
Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange,
Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Chris Dabrowski, and Councillor Lori
Lococo
COUNCIL ABSENT:
COUNCIL LATE:
1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 3:30pm
1.1. In Camera Resolution
ORDERED on
the motion of Councillor Carolynn
loannoni, Seconded
by
Councillor Lori
Lococo that Council enter into an
In Camera session.
Carried Unanimouslv
2. CALL TO ORDER
O Canada -Performed by: Giancarlo Feltrin
In honour of National Poetry Month, a poem was recited by Amanda Schilz
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of March 19, 2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of March 19, 2019 be
approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made
for the current Council Meeting at this time.
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a) No Disclosures
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati recognized April as Cancer Awareness Month.
• Daffodil sales taking place throughout the City at grocery stores
and various locations.
• Visit cancer.ca for all the details.
• You can support the cause with your donation and by wearing a
daffodil pin.
• Council Members have all been given a daffodil pin—you can
proudly wear your pin to show your support.
• Last year alone the Canadian Cancer Society was able to help
nearly 250,000 Canadians through services like their cancer -help
line.
b) Mayor Diodati extended birthday wishes to CAO Ken Todd on April 12th
and Councillor Carolyn loannoni on April 13th.
c) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Campbell for attending Trans Meet
& Greet, presenting a certificate to Irene Monteith in celebration of her
90th Birthday and for attending a ribbon cutting ceremony for the 40th
Anniversary of the Wonders of Wood show.
d) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Mike Strange for attending the
Niagara Training and Employment Agency Recognition Night, the Paul
Harris Fellow Recognition Event and for attending the Flag Raising for
Autism Awareness.
e) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Chris Dabrowski for attending the
Canadian Critical Incident Stress Foundation Conference.
f) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, 2019.
6. APPOINTMENTS /PRESENTATIONS
6.1. Citizen Recognition -Jim Boutilier, Fire Chief &Mayor Diodati
recognized 3 citizens, Brian Clark, Steve Heinrich and Marie Fleming
with a Fire Chief Challenge Coin for their rescue efforts at a recent
apartment fire.
6.2. Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee -Daniel Krowchuk and Chantelle
Tran, representatives from the committee spoke in support of staff report
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6.3
R&C-2019-05, Elimination of Plastic Straws and Stir Sticks in City
Facilities.
The report recommends:
That the City of Niagara Falls eliminate the use and distribution of
plastic straws and plastic stir sticks in all City owned facilities and
at City events to complement the existing plastic beverage bottle
ban.
2. That staff develop and recommend an implementation plan with
input from stakeholders.
3. That staff create and implement an educational component to
support the ban and raise awareness regarding reduction of all
single use plastics.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the recommendations contained in the
report be approved and that Regional Council invite the Mayors Youth
Advisory Committee (MYAC) to make a presentation to Regional
Council to consider that the Region of Niagara eliminate the use and
distribution of plastic straws and plastic stir sticks in all Regional owned
facilities and at Regional events.
Carried Unanimously
Niagara Falls Cultural Hub &Farmers Market -Architectural,
Operating &Business Plan
Megan Torza of dtah Consulting, presented on the detailed design of the
project.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the design of the cultural and market
facility.
2. That Council approve the finalization of the construction drawings
and direct staff to commence with the tendering process. And
that staff report back to Council with the tender results.
3. That Council direct staff to apply for the Infrastructure Funding:
Culture and Recreation stream, Heritage Canada: Cultural
spaces Canada Fund and other related provincial and federal
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infrastructure grants. And to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the required documents on behalf of City Council,
That Council receive the Operating and Business an Report for
the cultural and market facility.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive the presentation and
approve the recommendations.
Carried Unanimously
a)
Public
Meetings not due to start until 6:00 p.m.
Moved to 8.5 D-2019-
04)
04) on
agenda.
C D-2019-04
Licensing of Commercial Parking Lots for 2019 & Deputation
Request
Tim Parker, Office Administrator with the Victoria Centre BIA spoke to
Council on this matter.
The report recommends that Council receive the report for information
and direct staff to enforce the applicable Commercial Parking Lot
licensing by-laws for 2019.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended
and to enforce the City's sidewalk by-law prohibiting businesses from
using Municipal property, in particular, sidewalks for the purpose of
signage or setting up any aspect of their business.
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. Public Meeting
PBD -2019-16
AM -2018-009, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
8100 McLeod Road
Applicant: Lally Homes Ltd (John Lally)
Proposal: 6 Storey 55 Unit Apartment Building
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The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment
application to rezone the lands to a site specific Residential Apartment 5B
Density (R513) zone, in part, and the Environmental Protection Area (EPA)
zone, in part, to permit a 6 storey, 55 unit apartment building on a portion of
the lands and protect the Provincially Significant Wetlands (PSW) located on
the balance of the lands.
Alex Herlovitch,
Director of Planning, Building
and
Development gave an
overview of the
background report PBD -2019-16.
John Lally, representing Lally Homes Ltd., was in support of the staff
report and asked for the support of Council.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.2. Councillor Carolyn loannoni left at 6:26 p.m. and did not return.
Public Meeting
PBD -2019-17
AM -2018-027, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
8488 and 8550 Oakwood Drive
Proposal: Proposed Site Specific Prestige Industrial Zone
Applicant: Robert Montgomery and
T.T. & H Montgomery Construction (Niagara) Limited
Agent: Chris Cristelli
The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment
application to rezone the majority of the lands to a site specific Prestige
Industrial (PI) zone and a portion of the lands containing Warren Creek and the
associated buffer (top of stream bank setback) Environmental Protection Area
(EPA), subject to adding an office and a production and data processing
establishment to the list of permitted uses, and subject to the other regulations
outlined in this report.
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Alex Herlovitch,
Director of Planning, Building
and
Development gave an
overview of the
background report PBD -2019-17.
Chris Cnstelli, representing the Applicant, was in support of the staff report and
asked for the support of Council.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor loannoni was absent from vote)
7.3. Public Meeting
PBD -2019-18
AM -2019-001, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
2800 Thorold Townline Road and 3081 Taylor Road
Proposal: Renewable Natural Gas Facility
Applicant: Walker Environmental Group Inc.
The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law
amendment application to place 3 additional parcels under a site
specific Extractive Industrial (EI) zone that applies to the majority of the
property and permits a waste disposal site and associated renewable
natural gas facility, and to place a portion of the watercourse and valley
that crosses the land under an Environmental Protection Area (EPA)
zone, subject to the regulations outlined in this report.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an
overview of the background report PBD -2019-18.
Graham Guest, General Manager, Energy &Technical Services from
Walker Environmental Group Inc. and Joe Tomaino, Development &
Approvals Manager from Walker Environmental, representing the
Applicant, was in support of the staff report and asked for support of
Council.
The Public Meeting was closed.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimous lv (Councillor lcannon i was absent from vote)
7.4. Public Meeting
PBD -2019-19 (report added)
AM -2017-020 & 26T-11-2017-004
Beaver Valley Corridor Draft Plan of Subdivision and
Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Former Highway 420 Extension Corridor and 5140 Kalar Road
Applicant: Centennial Developments (Niagara) and Centennial
Construction and Contracting (Niagara) Inc. (Domenic DiLalla)
Agent: Upper Canada Consulting (William Heikoop)
The report recommends the following:
1. That the Beaver Valley Corridor Plan of Subdivision 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 approva
will lapse unless an extension is requested by the developer and
granted by Council.
4. That the application to amend the Zoning By-law be approved as
detailed in this report.
5. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
Subdivision Agreement and any required documents to allow for
the future registration of the subdivision when all matters are
addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an
overview of the background report PBD -2019-19.
William Heikoop from Upper Canada Consulting, representing the
Applicant, was in support of the staff report and asked for the support of
Council.
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The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor loannoni was absent from the vote)
7.5. Public Meeting
PBD -2019-14
AM -2018-016, 26CD-11-2018-008
Zoning By-law Amendment and a Draft Plan of Vacant Land
Condominium
Vacant Parcel between 2294 and 2472 Thompson Road
Applicant: Hunain Siddiqui
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to
rezone the lands to a site specific Residential Low Density, Grouped
Multiple Dwellings (R4), to permit 53 townhouse dwelling units and a
semi-detached dwelling on the subject lands;
2. That the Plan of Vacant Land Condominium be draft approved subject
to the conditions in Appendix A;
3. 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;
4. 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
5. 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 condominium when all matters are addressed
to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an
overview of the background report PBD -2019-14.
• Carmen Bertone, speaking on behalf of his parents, Luigi and
Josephine Bertone, of 2294 Thompson Road, spoke in opposition of
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the development citing concerns of safety and high density issues.
• John Bertone of 2498 Thompson Road, spoke in opposition of the
development citing concerns of garbage, drainage and safety issues.
• Rennie Taylor of 2426 Stanley Avenue, spoke in opposition of the
proposed development due to high density concerns.
• Nick and Jackie Langley, of 1974 Portage Road, spoke in opposition of
development citing concerns of safety with increased traffic, sewage
and the conservation of wildlife issues.
• Paul and Joan Moore of 2250 Portage Road, spoke in opposition of
development citing concerns of high density issues.
• Rebecca Coleman of 2343 Jessie Court, spoke in opposition of
proposed development citing safety concerns for her children as a
result of increased traffic.
• Zach Langley, of 1974 Portage Road, spoke in opposition of
development citing concerns of safety issues.
• Troy Milinkovich of 2162 Portage Road, spoke in opposition of
development citing concerns relating to high density, increased strain
on infrastructure and sewage issues.
• Miki Richardson of 2701 Thompson Road, spoke in opposition of the
development citing high density issues and not being properly informed
of proposal as a local citizen. A petition signed of neighbours was
submitted to the Council.
• Diane Cyr, of 2098 Portage Road, spoke in opposition of the proposed
development.
Scott Arbuckle, spoke on behalf of the Applicant, provided an overview to
outline the proposal.
The Public Meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council deny the application.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Parol
nn loannoni was absent from the
vote
8. REPORTS/PRESENTATIONS
8.1,
Jim Bruzzese of BMA Consulting presented the Water and
Wastewater Long -Range Financial Plan
Recommendation: That
Council
approve
the Water &Wastewater Long
Range Financial Plan as
outlined
by BMA
Consulting.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
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Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and approve the Water &
Wastewater Long Range Financial Plan as outlined by BMA Consulting,
Carried Unanimously- (Councillor loannoni was absent from vote]
8.2. Niagara Falls Water System Overview
Presentation by James Sticca, Manager of Environmental Services
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receive the presentation made by
James Sticca, Manager of Environmental Services for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor loannoni was absent from vote)
8.3. MW -2019-12
Water Meter Replacement Program
The report recommends that Council authorizes staff to enter into
contract negotiations with Neptune Technology Inc. and/or Evans
Supply Limited, the sole supplier of Neptune Water meters, to negotiate
a Water Meter Replacement Project, subject to a report back to Council
for financial approval.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously- (Councillor loannoni was absent from vote)
8.4. MW -2019-13
Water Conservation Programs
The report recommends the following:
1. That the current bi-annual Rain Barrel Sale be changed to an
annual Rebate program and administered jointly by the Municipal
Works and Finance departments.
2. That the Alert Labs "Flowie" pilot rebate program be implemented
and added to the suite of Water Conservation Programs being
offered by the City.
3. That staff be directed to develop a means to review and assess
the benefits and participation in the various Water Conservation
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programs over the remainder of 2019. Further, that an annual
report be provided regarding the ongoing effectiveness of the
various component programs, including recommendations on any
modifications or additions to them.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillor loannoni was absent from vote)
8.5. Moved 8 (e) or 8.5 up in agenda under Appointments/Presentations
(d).
C D-2019-04
Licensing of Commercial Parking Lots for 2019 &Deputation
Request
Tim Parker, Office Administrator with the Victoria Centre BIA has
requested to speak to Council on this matter. (moved up in agenda, see
above).
8.6. PBD -2019-20
Section 20 Development Charge Act Appeal
3615 Gunning Drive
Applicant: Anthony Vacca (of 8075 Oakridge Drive) spoke to Council.
The report recommends that Council approve the appeal by the owner
of 3615 Gunning Drive and issue a full Development Charge credit for
the proposed use as a single dwelling unit.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the appeal by the
owner of 3615 Gunning Drive and issue a full Development Charge
credit for the proposed use as a single dwelling unit, in the amount of
$12,594.18, plus interest.
Carried Unanimously
(Councillor loannoni was absent from vote)
8.7. PBD -2019-26
Demolition of Former Court House and City Hall
4310 Queen Street
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Shayne Chesney, Owner of Ontario Environmental & Safety Network
spoke to the condition of the building.
The report recommends that Council approve the demolition of the
former Court House/City Hall building as approved in the 2019 Capital
Budget.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council approve the demolition of the former
Court House/City Hall building as approved in the 2019 Capital Budget
and to preserve a portion of the building such as a piece of the facade,
cornerstone, etc...
Carried Unanimously (Councillor loannoni was absent from the votel
8.8. Councillor Wayne Campbell left at 8:48 p.m. and did not return.
PBD -2019-23
Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee
Former Old City Hall, 4300 Queen Street
Former Parks Building, 7565 Lundy's Lane
The report recommends that the heritage attributes in place at the time
of designation of the former Parks, Recreation & Culture building at
7565 Lundy's Lane still exist and that the Committee would oppose any
decision to remove the heritage designation.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council oppose any decision to remove
the heritage designation of the former Parks building at 7565 Lundy's
Lane at this time; and furthermore, that staff report back on the
feasibility of full rehabilitation of the site, including possible future uses,
such as housing a columbarium within the existing building; and that
Ontario Environmental & Safety Network be hired to complete a full
condition assessment of the interior and exterior of the building; and that
staff report on the cost of remediation work and determine if the building
is structurally sound.
Carried (Councillors loannoni and Camobelll were absent from vote)
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council allow Felix Pingue to speak to
address his concerns.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell absent from
vote
8.9. PBD -2019-21
Boarding House Interim Control By-law Study Update
The report recommend the following:
1. Council receive the public comments/input contained in this report; and
2. That the planning and licensing documents be refined in accordance with
the comments/input received and be brought to a statutory public meeting
before Council in June.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended
and to also notify all BIA's and any other interested parties of the public
meeting to be held in June.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
8.10. L-2019-07
Boarding House Enforcement
File No. 2019-04
The report recommends that Council direct Staff to investigate the
allegations contained in the complaint received February 5, 2019, with
respect to the use of a residential dwelling as a Boarding House.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as
recommended and to report back to Council.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell absent from
vote
MW -2019-11
Millennium Recreation Trail Section 2
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South of Mcleod Road
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receive this report for information.
2. That Council approve the development of Section 2 along the
east side of the OPG Power Canal and eliminate the proposed
pedestrian bridge crossing. Further, that staff be directed to
arrange a public open house for public consultation and input in
this regard.
3. That Council approve the revised 2019 Capital Budget Form for
the Millennium Recreation Trail Section 2 (attachment 4).
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried with Councillor Kerrio opposed and Councillors Campbell and
loannoni absent from the vote.
9. 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 -2019-03
Fee Waiver Applications
St. Paul High School & Celebrate Old Downtown
The report recommends the following:
That Council approve the Fee Waiver Applications for:
1. St. Paul High School for their annual Food Truck event in the amount of
$150.00 for the waiver of any Specific Location Daily Sales business
licence.
2. Celebrate Old Downtown's annual Cruising on the Q car shows taking
place on Queen Street in the amount of $6300.00 for the road closure
labour and materials costs.
CAO -2019-06 Integrity Commissioner
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The report recommends that ADR Chambers (Mr. Edward McDermott) be
appointed, effectively upon ratification, to act as the Integrity Commissioner for
the City of Niagara Falls.
BDD-2019-02
Support for all Wine and Beer Made in Ontario as Part of Modernizing
Alcohol Sales
The report recommends that a letter be sent to the Provincial Government and
area MPPs requesting the Provincial Government include in its retail channel
regulation specific policies that support and expand growth of all wine and beer
made in Ontario including wine made from 100% Ontario Grapes, VQA and
International Canadian Blends (ICB).
MW -2019-10
Assumption of Edgewood Estates Subdivision
The report recommends that City Council formally assume Edgewood Estates
Subdivision.
R&C-2019-06
Sports Wall of Fame Committee Membership
The report recommends that Council approve the following new member to the
Niagara Falls Sports Wall of Fame Committee:
• Dr. William Leskiw
TS -2019-04
Multiple Locations -Speed Control Follow Up Review
The report recommends that the following report be received for the
information of Council.
TS -2019-08
Accessible Parking By-law Update
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The report recommends the following:
1. That the updated Accessible Parking By-law be approved;
2. That the existing regulations prescribed in Accessible Parking By-law
94-262 as amended by By-law 2002-175 remain in effect for existing
accessible parking spaces; and,
3. That the City discontinue using the parking standards in the Facility
Accessible Design Standards (FADS) document.
TS -2019-10
Canadian Corps of Commissionaires
Contract Renewal
The report recommends the following:
1) That Council approve a three (3) year extension to the Canadian Corps
of Commissionaires (Hamilton) contract for the supply of Parking Control
Services and Building Security Services; and;
2) That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
agreement.
PBD -2019-25
Demolition Charge Fee Waiver
By-law 2017-62 Area
The report recommends that Council amend the fee by-law to waive the
demolition permit fee for vacant and/or buildings in poor condition for a period
of 18 months, as outlined in this report.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor
Mike Strange that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent from
the vote
10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
10.1. Drummond Road Canal Overpass
A request for the installation of a barrier along Drummond Road at the
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canal overpass.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council refer the matter to Staff and that
Staff come back with a report for all accessible crossings over the hydro
canal.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council refer the matter to staff and
that staff come back with a report for all accessible crossings over the
hydro canal.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from the vote)
10.2. Flag Raising - Zonta Club of Niagara Falls is requesting a flag raising
ceremony on Thursday May 23, 2019 in recognition of the centennial
anniversary of Zonta International and the 100 years of service and
advocacy for women.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the City of Niagara Falls will hold a Flag
Raising on Thursday, May 23, 2019 in recognition of the centennial
anniversary of Zonta International and the 100 years of service and
advocacy for women.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from the vote)
Niagara Regional Housing - 4th Quarter Report
The NRH Board of Directors has requested that the Quarterly Reports
be sent to Municipal Councils for information, to keep them apprised of
the work of the NRH and to assist with questions from constituents as
they arise.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori LOCOCO, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive and file the Niagara
Regional Housing - 4th Quarter Report for the information of Council.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from the vote)
10.4. Snow Removal By-law
Niagara Falls resident, Jaclyn Page, is requesting that Council consider
a sidewalk snow removal bvdaw.
RECOMMENTION: That the correspondence be referred to staff for a
report back to Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the correspondence be referred to
staff for a report back to Council.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from the vote)
10.5. Special Occasions Permit -Ride to Conquer Cancer
A request is being made on behalf of The Enbridge Ride to Conquer
Cancer that Niagara Falls City Council declare the annual event as
"municipally significant" in order to assist with obtaining a Special
Occasions Permit for serving alcohol at the event on June 9, 2019.
RECOMMENDATION: For the approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the communication be approved as
requested.
Carried Unanimously
(Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from the vote)
Special Occasions Permit - NF Men's Fastball Association
A request is being made on behalf of Niagara Falls Men's Fastball
Association to hold their 2019 Annual Invitation Tournaments at Ker
Park. The request is that Niagara Falls City Council declare the annual
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event as "municipally significant" in order to assist with obtaining a
Special Occasions Permit for serving alcohol at the tournaments taking
place:
May 24-26, 2019
August 16-18, 2019
September 6-8, 2019
RECOMMENDATION: For the approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the communication be approved as
requested.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from the vote)
10.7. Special Occasions Permit -Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise
Ribfest
A request is being made on behalf of Niagara Falls Rotary to hold their
2019 Ribfest. The request is that Niagara Falls City Council declare the
annual event as "municipally significant" in order to assist with obtaining
a Special Occasions Permit for serving alcohol at the event taking place
June 14, 15&16,2019.
RECOMMENDATION: For the approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the communication be approved as
requested.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from the vote)
Special Occasions Permit -Studio Vine Glass
A request is being made on behalf of Studio Vine Glass to hold a BBQ &
Open House at their studio on Slater Avenue. The request is that
Niagara Falls City Council declare the event as "municipally significant"
in order to assist with obtaining a Special Occasions Permit for serving
alcohol at the event taking place May 4, 2019,
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RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the communication be approved as
requested.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from the vote)
10.9. Request for Fee Waiver -Committee of Adjustment Application
A request from Mr. Mario Castrilli to have a fee waiver of $2100 for a
variance application through Committee of Adjustment to recognize
previous addition built on his home.
RECOMMENDATION: For the consideration of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the request to have a fee waiver of
$2100.00 for a variance application through the Committee of
Adjustment to recognize the previous addition built on his home be
approved.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from the vote)
10.10. Noise By-law Exemption -Request from Taps on Queen seeking an
exemption from Council to the City's Noise By-law for the playing of live
music outdoors during the attached list of events taking place at Taps
Brewing Company, 4680 Queen Street,
RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Consideration
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the request be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from the vote)
10.11. Proclamation Request -Niagara Regional Labour Council
The proclamation request is being made to assist in the observation of
the National Day of Mourning, April 28, 2019 to remember those who
have suffered and died on the job.
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RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrie that the City observe the National Day of
Mourning on April 28, 2019 to remember those who have suffered and
died on the job.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
10.12. Township of Wainfleet -Provincial Government Review of Regional
Government
Correspondence from the Township, forwarded to the Local Area
Municipalities.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council receive the correspondence for
information.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrie, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
10.13. The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management /
Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services -
Request for Host Community Support
The Ministry is asking the City to consider being a 'Host Community' for
the 2019 James Bay flood season in the event that the Province needs
to provide emergency response assistance to First Nations
Communities.
RECOMMENDATION: That the correspondence be referred to Staff for
a report.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrie that the correspondence be referred to Staff for
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a report.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
10.14. "The Sundowner 50th Anniversary" taking place Sunday June 9th 12
noon to 11:OOpm at 8870 Lundy's Lane. The event is being produced
by the Rudan family and is a celebration of their history.
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council and that Council
approve the request to declare event as "municipally significant" in order
to assist with obtaining a Special Occasions Permit.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the request.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
11. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
2019- A by-law to authorize the execution of a Lease Amending Agreement
39 - with BTB Mortgage Solutions Inc., respecting an amendment to the
Lease between the City and BTB Mortgage Solutions Inc.
2019-
A
by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use
of the Lands for
40 -
3
apartment dwellings containing a total of 54 units (AM -2018-026).
public highway to be known
2019-
A
by-law to establish Reserve
Block 21 on Registered Plan
59M-327 as
41 -
a
public highway to be known
as, and to form part of Lucia
Drive.
2019-
A
by-law to establish Reserve
Block 22 on Registered Plan 59M-327 as
42 -
a
public highway to be known
as, and to form part of Colangelo Drive.
2019- A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with Dr. Karim
43 - Vefji, respecting the physician's commitment to practice medicine in the
City of Niagara Falls.
2019- A By-law to require owners and operators of off-street parking facilities
44 - to provide designated parking spaces reserved for the sole use of
vehicles operated by or carrying persons with disabilities.
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2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
45- employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
2019-
A by law
to adopt, ratify
and
confirm
the
actions of City Council at its
46-
meeting
held on the 9th
day
of April,
2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from vote
12. NEW BUSINESS
a) Adult Entertainment Appeal Committee
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Emma Murphy and Polinah Ouskova apply
to the Niagara Regional Police Services Board for their Adult
Entertainment licenses and that the existing charges not impede the
issuance of said licence applications.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
b) MP Rob Nicholson -Recognition
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that staff send a congratulatory letter to MP
Rob Nicholson and to invite MP Rob Nicholson to an upcoming Council
to be recognized for his years of service.
Carried Unanimously (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
c) Request for Tree Inventory
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that staff present a tree inventory and
report to Council detailing the City's current tree canopy and future
targets and to invite members of the Park in the City Committee to a
future Council meeting for a presentation.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
d) Provincial Government Review
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrie that staff prepare a plan of action to address our
municipality's concerns and representation for any forthcoming
amalgamation.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from the vote)
e) Niagara Falls Canucks Jr. B Hockey Team
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that staff send a congratulatory letter to the
Niagara Falls Canucks A 8 Hockey Team for their achievement of
becoming the Golden Horseshoe Conference Champions and to
publicize their home games on our City's website.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors Campbell and loannoni were absent
from the vote)
13. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that fhe meeting be adjourned at 9:42 p. m.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillors loannoni and Campbell were absent
from vote
Mayor
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City Clerk
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