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09/10/2019 City of Niagara Falls Agenda City Council Meeting Tuesday, September 10, 2019 @ 5:00 PM Council Chambers Page 1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 4:00 PM 2. CALL TO ORDER O Canada - Performed by: William Fieghen 3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 3.1. Council Minutes of August 13, 2019 City Council - 13 Aug 2019 10 - 31 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. 5. MAYOR'S REPORTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS 6. APPOINTMENTS / PRESENTATIONS 6.1. Alzheimer Society Ann Radojcic, Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer Society Niagara Foundation will present information to Council with updated statistics on dementia in the Niagara Region and will be encouraging the community to take part in this year's Coffee Break Campaign. Wendy will also be presenting a Coffee Break Kit to Mayor Diodati. 32 Page 1 of 146 Alzheimer Society - Coffee Break Poster 6.2. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Proclamation Request Brett Wales, father of Reed Wales, the Marshall for the Canada Day Parade, will address Council regarding supporting Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by proclaiming the month of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Brett will further discuss other initiatives to raise awareness including a request to gain permission to place a gold painted child's bike at the MacBain Centre in recognition of children diagnosed with cancer. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.msg 33 - 34 6.3. CampOut for Cancer Pam Isaak, organizer of the CampOut for Cancer event, will address Council to explain the upcoming fundraiser event, CampOut for Cancer at Fireman's Park. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 19th, 2019 (9 AM) until Sunday, October 20th, 2019 (1 PM). This fundraising initiative helps send kids with cancer and their families to Camp Trillium. CampOut for Cancer - Isaak Family Proposal 35 - 36 6.4. Lymphoma Illumination Declaration Tiffany Aello, founder of Team Niagara Lymphoma of Niagara Falls will present to Council reviewing the events surrounding the Lymphoma Awareness weekend on September 13-15, 2019 and to make an announcement for the proclamation of the Illumination of the Falls in lime green on Sunday, September 15, 2019 in support of Lymphoma Awareness. 6.5. Waste Collection Tender/RFP timelines Charlie Burland, President of Niagara Clifton Group, will speak to Council to discuss the timelines related to the waste contract. Waste Collection - Letter from Charlie Burland 37 - 51 6.6. United Way Campaign Quinton Ascah, Campaign Associate for United Way, will address Council about the United Way Campaign. United Way Campaign 52 Page 2 of 146 7. PLANNING MATTERS 8. REPORTS / PRESENTATIONS 8.1. PBD-2019-42 Telecommunication Facility Consultation 6501 Kister Road, ForbesBros Limited, on behalf of Rogers Communications; and 8699 Stanley Avenue, Signum Wireless (contract to Fontur International) PBD-2019-42, 6224 Progress, 6501 Kister and 8699 Stanley, Proposed Towers Correspondence from Sean Ogilvie Signum Wireless - Letter to Mayor RE Third Party Towers 53 - 63 8.2. CD-2019-09 Civil Marriage Ceremonies CD-2019-09 Civil Marriage Ceremonies 64 - 65 8.3. MW-2019-21 Rapids View Drive & Bukator Drive Project Update MW -2019-21 - Rapids View Dr & Bukator Dr Project Update MW -2019-21 - Attachment #1 Preliminary Alignments MW -2019-21 - Attachment #2 Location Plan MW -2019-21 - Attachment #3 Capital Budget Sheet 66 - 75 8.4. PBD-2019-55 Matters Arising from Council Discussion of the MHBC Boarding House Study and Affordable Housing PBD-2019-55, Matters Arising from Council discussion of the MHBC Boarding House Study and Affordable Housing PBD-2019-55, Appendix 2 76 - 87 8.5. PBD-2019-57 88 Page 3 of 146 Appeal of Notice to Repeal the Designating By-law for the Former Parks, Recreation & Culture Building 7565 Lundy’s Lane PBD-2019-57, Former Parks Recreation & Culture Building Appeal Received to Notice of Repeal 8.6. TS-2019-29 Additional Funding for the Replacement of two (2) Specialized Chair-A-Van Vehicles TS-2019-29 Additional Funding for the Replacement of 2 Specialized Chair A Van Vehicles 89 - 90 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. F-2019-34 Monthly Tax Receivables Report – July F-2019-34- Tax Receivables Monthly Report (July) F-2019-34- Attachment 91 - 94 MW-2019-22 Kalar Road Sports Park – Parking Lot Reconstruction City Contract 2019-403-16 MW -2019-22 - Kalar Road Sports Park - Contract 2019-403-16 Tender Award MW -2019-22 - Attachment #1 - Location Map MW -2019-22 - Attachment 2 - Budget Sheet 95 - 99 MW-2019-24 100 - 102 Page 4 of 146 2019 Vehicle and Equipment Procurement Update MW -2019-24 - 2019 Vehicle and Equipment Procurement Update MW -2019-24 - Attachment #1 - Chart - 2019 Fleet Capital Progress PBD-2019-56 Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee Proposed Alteration to Battle Ground Hotel Museum 6137 Lundy’s Lane PBD-2019-56, Matters Arising from MHC, Battle Grnd Hotel Museum Roof 103 - 105 R&C-2019-20 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductions R&C-2019-20- 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductions R&C-2019-20 -Attachment #1 Background Information on 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductees 106 - 109 TS-2019-25 Regulatory Sign Installations in New Subdivisions TS-2019-25 Regulatory Sign Installations in New Subdivisions 110 - 112 TS-2019-26 Buchanan Avenue at Forsythe Street Intersection Control Review TS-2019-26 Buchanan Avenue @ Forsythe Street - Intersection Control Review 113 - 114 TS-2019-27 Armoury Street at Crysler Avenue Intersection Control Review TS-2019-27 Armoury Street at Crysler Avenue - Intersection Control Review 115 - 117 10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 10.1. Resolution - Request for Provincial Response to address Gas Well 118 - 119 Page 5 of 146 Issues Council Resolution from Norfolk County. RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. Norfolk County - Leaking Gas Wells - Request for Provincial Response 10.2. Resolution - Never Forgotten National Memorial Council Resolution from the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, supporting the Never Forgotten National Memorial Resolution. RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the Resolution. NEVER FORGOTTEN NATIONAL MEMORIAL - Resolution 2019-275 120 - 121 10.3. Special Occasion Permit Request - Campark Resort - Haunt Manor Phil Van Kleef, from Campark Resorts, is requesting that the City declare the annual event to be held on Saturday, September 28, 2019 to Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 as "municipally significant" in order to assist with obtaining a Special Occasion permit from the AGCO. RECOMMENDATION: For the approval of Council. CAMPARK RESORTS - HAUNT MANOR 122 - 123 10.4. Correspondence - Niagara Region Letter from Mr. Ron Tripp, Acting Chief Administrative Officer, Niagara Region to Mr. Richard Epp, of Stevensville regarding the Stevensville - Douglastown Lagoons and the new wastewater treatment plant in South Niagara Falls. RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. Ron Tripp - SNF - Resident Response 124 - 126 10.5. Noise By-law Exemption - Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR57 at St. James Avenue Request from Doug Sills, from Peters Construction Group, that a Noise By-law exemption be granted to complete the construction on Thorold Stone Road for the connection of services for the Wendys Restaurant on the corner of St. James Avenue and Thorold Stone Road. The Region will only allow work to be completed after 11:00 PM and will take 5-6 hours to complete. The request is for a Thursday evening on any given week. 127 - 131 Page 6 of 146 RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the request. Road Closure-6457 RR57 at St. James Avenue 10.6. Noise By-law Exemption - Taps Brewery Request from Taps Brewery seeking a noise by-law exemption for the following events: • Every Tuesday from June 4 to October 15, 2019 - Brew and Browse outdoor market and car show (most events finished before 9 PM but may have live music a bit later on one or two nights. Not past 11 PM). • Thursday, August 29th, 2019- Niagara Institute of Music and Arts/Wendy Leard School of Dance Concert and Fundraiser from 4 PM to 11 PM. • Either Thursday, September 19th or Thursday, September 26th, 2019 - 4680Q Fundraiser featuring Rick Rose Bands and NIOMA students from 5 PM to midnight. • Saturday, September 21st, 2019 – Super Heroes of Autism Day -Talent Show and Fundraiser from 4 PM to 9 PM.(Talent Show and Live Entertainment) • Sunday, September 22nd, 2019 – No One Goes Hungry Fundraiser in Conjunction with Revel Realty Inc. Live Bands 4 PM to 11 PM. • Saturday, September 28th, 2019 – CDC Entertainment Concert and Fundraiser – 5 PM to Midnight. • Friday, October 19th, 2019 and Saturday, October 20th, 2019 - HallowQueen in conjunction with Downtown BIA. (Live entertainment from noon until 11 PM each day) RECOMMENDATION: For the approval of Council. TAPS - NOISE BY-LAW EXEMPTION 132 10.7. Resolution - Municipal Amalgamation Council Resolution from the Municipality of Hastings Highlands regarding municipal amalgamation. RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. Hastings Highlands Resolution Amalgamation 133 - 134 10.8. Correspondence - City of St. Catharines' Motion City of St. Catharines passed a motion regarding Vacant Home Tax. 135 - 136 Page 7 of 146 RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. Notification - City of St. Catharines Motion - Vacant Home Tax (Local Municipalities) 10.9. Department of Canadian Heritage - Funding Decision The letter attached is from the Department of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism regarding their funding decision. RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. Department of Canadian Heritage - Approval Letter 137 10.10. Town of Grimsby - Whistleblowing Policy RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. Town of Grimsby -Letter - Whistleblowing Policy 138 - 139 11. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA 12. BY-LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-law listed for Council consideration. 2019-100 - A by-law to permanently close part of a highway. By-law - Permanently Close Part of Road Allowance 140 2019-101 - A by-law to declare Lot 14 and Block 24 on 59M327, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, as surplus. By-law - Declare Surplus Lot 14 & Block 24 on 59M327 141 2019-102 - A by-law to declare Lot 16 and Block 25 on 59M327, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, as surplus. By-law - Declare Surplus Lot 16 & Block 25 on 59M327 142 2019-103 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stopping Prohibited, Parking 143 - 145 Page 8 of 146 Prohibited, Stop Signs at Intersections, Yield Signs at Intersections, Pedestrian Crossovers) TS-2019-25 By-law 2019-104 - A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 10th day of September, 2019. 09 10 19 Confirming By-law 146 13. NEW BUSINESS 14. ADJOURNMENT Page 9 of 146 MINUTES City Council Meeting Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Council Chambers 5:00 PM COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Chris Dabrowski, and Councillor Lori Lococo COUNCIL ABSENT: Councillor Victor Pietrangelo COUNCIL LATE: STAFF PRESENT: Alex Herlovitch, Donna Jaques, Erik Nickel, Heather Ruzylo, Jim Boutilier, Karl Dren, Kathy Moldenhauer, Ken Todd, Serge Felicetti, Suzanne Anderson, and Tiffany Clark 1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 4:00 PM 1.1. In-Camera Resolution ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that Council enter into an In -Camera session. Carried Unanimously 2. CALL TO ORDER O Canada - Performed by: Jaiden Atkinson 3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES a) MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - TS-2019-22 from July 16th, 2019 Council Meeting ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that the minutes from July 16th, 2019 Council, Report TS-2019-22 be amended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) Page 1 of 22 Page 10 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that Report TS-2019-22 - Inter-municipal Transit Coordinating Committee Update: Establishment of Common Fare Structure be amended to reflect the age of 65 for free bus rides. Carried Unanimously ((Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that Senior Citizens (65 years and older) are provided free transit all day, every day, for a three month trial period starting September 1st, 2019 on Niagara Falls Transit systems and that Council approve a common Region wide fare structure and strategy, effective January 1, 2021. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 3.1. Council Minutes of July 16, 2019 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of July 16, 2019 be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 3.2. Council Minutes of July 29, 2019 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of July 29, 2019 be approved as recommended. Carried ((Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote and Councillor Ioannoni abstained from the vote). 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. a) Councillor Lori Lococo indicated a pecuniary interest to the following cheques: cheque #428770, dated July 10, 2019, payable to herself for $133.42 (reimbursement of expenses); cheque #429260, dated July 24, Page 2 of 22 Page 11 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 2019, payable to Project Share for $24,866.67 (sits on board) and cheque #429228, dated July 24, 2019, payable to Niagara Falls Art Gallery for $2,332.34 (sits on the board as a resident). b) Councillor Wayne Campbell indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque #428616, in the amount of $1,721.94, payable to himself for travel/mileage. c) Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque #429147, payable to himself. 5. MAYOR'S REPORTS / ANNOUNCEMENTS a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Paulina Volpini, mother of Rick Volpini, retired from our Municipal Works Department; Rae Dianne Iorfida, mother of Dean Iorfida, former City Clerk; Clemente Della Marca, father of Ed Della Marca of our Cemetery Division; Gennaro Stranges, father of Mary Stranges of our Cemetery Division and Patrick Grindlay, school crossing guard. b) Mayor Diodati acknowledged the following birthdays: -to Councillor Mike Strange on Tuesday, August 6th -to Councillor Vince Kerrrio on Thursday, August 15th -to Councillor Wayne Campbell on Friday, August 23rd c) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Mike Strange for organizing a very successful event - 9th Annual Heater’s Heroes Run for Children held at Oakes Park on Saturday, August 10th. d) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Pietrangelo for attending the following events: Grand Opening of Griffiths Performance Physiotherapy and Athletic Development; Day of 1000 Musicians and the Laying of the Wreath at the Annual Commemorative Service for the Battle of Lundy’s Lane. e) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Thomson for attending the following events: the 60th Wedding Anniversary Certificate Presentation to John and Donna Campisano; Hilde Mercenik’s 90th Birthday and the 75th Wedding Anniversary of Lieutenant Joseph Montgomery & Carol Tomlin. f) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Dabrowski for attending the Niagara Falls Mental Health Fair. Page 3 of 22 Page 12 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 g) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Strange for attending the following events: Canadian Jumpstart Recognition Event at Heartland Forest and the Grand Opening of T-Reality. h) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 10th, 2019. 6. APPOINTMENTS / PRESENTATIONS 6.1. The Shelley Gautier Para-Sport Foundation Suzanne Letourneau, Event Coordinator and Dr. Joanne McKinley- Molodynia presented to Council information pertaining to a dinner fundraiser they are organizing on Thursday, October 17th, 2019 at Club Italia with the intent of asking Council to help by purchasing tickets. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that each Council Member purchase their own ticket to the event. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 6.2. Refuse To Lose Against PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Dan Giancola addresed Council with the intent to educate Council and the community about the "Refuse to Lose Against PTSD Organization" in an effort to help this organization raise awareness about the debilitating effects of those affected by this disorder. This organization raises money for the treatment of first responders in the Niagara Region. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that each Council Member purchase their own ticket to the event. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 7. PLANNING MATTERS 7.1. Public Meeting PBD-2019-51 (Presentation added) AM-2019-011, 26CD-11-2019-001 Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium Vacant Parcel between 7154 Adams Avenue and 6680 Hawkins Street Applicant: Habitat for Humanity Page 4 of 22 Page 13 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 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 zone (R4), to permit 16 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 das 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-2019-51. Frank Deluca, of 4341 Kinsmen Place spoke in opposition of the development. Craig Rohe from Upper Canada Consultants, representing the Applicant, Habitat for Humanity spoke in support of the staff report. Tom Richardson, Senior Counsel from Sullivan Mahoney in St. Catharines, spoke to Council regarding the land amalgamation. Mark Carl, Chief Executive Officer of Habitat for Humanity, spoke in favour of the development. The Public Meeting was Closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve allowing Mr. Deluca an extra 5 minutes to complete his address to Council. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) Page 5 of 22 Page 14 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the Zoning By-law Amendment AM- 2019-011 and the Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium 26CD-11- 2019-001 be deferred to allow Habitat for Humanity to work with the neighbours and bring back an application with a lower density. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 7.2. Public Meeting PBD-2019-47 AM-2019-006, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 5940 Carlton Avenue Applicant: Alvi Properties Inc. Proposal: 19 Unit Townhouse Development The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application to rezone the lands to a site specific Residential Low Density, Grouped Multiple dwellings (R4) zone, to permit a 19 unit townhouse development. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an overview of the background report PBD-2019-47. Brad Pifiefer, of 5966 Carlton Avenue spoke in opposition of the development. Nanette Reyes, of 5941 Carton Avenue spoke in opposition of the development. Mr. Michael Allen, spoke on behalf of the Applicant, Alvi Properties Inc, supporting the development. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 7.3. Public Meeting PBD-2019-48 Page 6 of 22 Page 15 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 AM-2018-028, Zoning By-law Amendment Application 4174-4204 Portage Road Applicant: 2451513 Ontario Inc. (Drew Toth) Proposal: 6 Storey Mixed Use Building (52 dwelling units and 175 square metres of commercial floor space) The report recommends the following: 1. That Council approve the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application to add a Specific Policy are a designation to the lands and to rezone them a site specific General Commercial (GC) zone to permit a 6 storey mixed use building with 52 dwelling units and 175 square metres of commercial space; and 2. That the passage of the amending zoning By-law be conditional on the execution of a Section 37 agreement to secure contributions to public capital facilities. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an overview of the background report PBD-2019-48. Mr. David Fast, of 8169 Michael Street, spoke in opposition of the development. Mr. Randy Mounsey, of 4197 Carroll Avenue, spoke in opposition of the development. Mr. Kevin Maves, of 4173 Carroll Avenue, submitted a written letter and spoke in opposition of the development. Ms. Susan O'Keefe, of 4181 Carroll Avenue, spoke in opposition of the development. Terrence Glover, representing the Applicant, 2451513 Ontario Inc., was in support of the staff report and asked for the support of Council. Drew Toth, owner/founder of Toth Group Real Estate, spoke in favour of the development. The Public Meeting was closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that Council deny the Zoning By-law Page 7 of 22 Page 16 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Amendment Application AM-2018-028 due to its height, density for the site and increased traffic volume. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 7.4. Public Meeting PBD-2019-49 (Report added) 26CD-11-2019-002 Legends Phase 2 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium Willoughby Drive South of Weinbrenner Road Applicant: 800460 Ontario Inc. (Fred Costabile) The report recommends the following: 1. That the Legends Phase 2 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. Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave an overview of the background report PBD-2019-49. Jennifer Vida,of Upper Canada Consultants, was present to speak to the development. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 8. REPORTS / PRESENTATIONS 8.1. CD-2019-08 Page 8 of 22 Page 17 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Fee Waiver Applications Project Share – Travelling Tapas & Good News Breakfast The report recommends that Council approve the Fee Waiver Applications for: 1. Project Share's Travelling Tapas' event in the amount of $2,888.05 for the waiver of fees associated with the donation of four (4) Niagara Falls Transit buses on Sunday, October 6th, 2019. 2. Project Share's Good News Breakfast and North vs. South Challenge event in the amount of $10,944.05 for the use of buses and staff to operate by collecting donations of food, funds and gifts for the Christmas program. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that the recommendations in the report be approved. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 8.2. MW-2019-20 (Report added) Permission to Enter Agreement with Rankin Construction Inc. for use of Baden-Powell Park and other City-owned land as part of MTO Contract 2018-2013 for the replacement of QEW bridges over the Welland River The report recommends that Council authorize the Director of Municipal Works/City Engineer to enter into and execute a Permission to Enter Agreement with Rankin Construction Inc. for the use of Baden-Powell Park as part of MTO Contract 2018-2013 for the replacement of QEW bridges over the Welland River, subject to form and content of the agreement satisfactory to the Director of Municipal Works/City Engineer and City Solicitor. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the recommendation in the report be approved. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 8.3. PBD-2019-42 Page 9 of 22 Page 18 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Telecommunication Facility Consultation 6501 Kister Road, ForbesBros Limited, on behalf of Rogers Communications; and 8699 Stanley Avenue, Signum Wireless (contract to Fontur International) The report recommends that Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) be advised that the City of Niagara Falls supports one (1) telecommunication tower in the Stanley Avenue Business Park and, concurs that in order to advance the economic development interest of the City, the 40 metre monopole at 8699 Stanley Avenue is the preferred location. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council defer the report to the September 10, 2019 Council Meeting. Carried (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote and Councillor Kerrio was opposed). 8.4. PBD-2019-46 Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee 2019 Designated Property Grant Glenview Mansion, 4223 Terrace Ave – 3 windows Stone Barn at the Halfway, 2358 Portage Road – 2 windows The report recommends the following: 1. That Council approve the proposed alteration and a grant in the amount of $5,000 to assist with the cost of the restoration of the 3 windows at the Glenview Mansion, 4223 Terrace Avenue, as it will assist in the overall preservation of the House. 2. That Council approve the proposed alteration and a grant in the amount of $500.00 to assist with the cost of the restoration of 2 windows at the Stone Barn at the Halfway, 2358 Portage Road, as it will assist in the overall preservation of the barn. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the recommendations in the report be approved. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) Page 10 of 22 Page 19 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 8.5. PBD-2019-52 Telecommunication Facility Consultation 3200 Stanley Avenue Applicant: Metrolinx The report recommends the following: 1. That Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) be advised that the City of Niagara Falls concurs with the construction of a 75 metre (246ft.) self-supporting telecommunication structure with an equipment shelter at its base and perimeter security fencing on the lands known as 3200 Stanley Avenue; and 2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and execute a License Agreement with Metrolinx for this site. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that the recommendations in the report be approved. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was 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. F-2019-32 Monthly Tax Receivables Report – June The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for information purposes. F-2019-33 Municipal Accounts Page 11 of 22 Page 20 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling $29,223,255.74 for the period June 27, 2019 to July 31, 2019. L-2019-15 Delegation of Authority By-law Our File No. 2018-162 The report recommends that Council pass a by-law to delegate the authority to approve and execute agreements to members of City Staff. R&C-2019-16 2019 Sports Wall of Fame Inductees The report recommends that Council approve the following 2019 Sports Wall of Fame Inductees; Pre 1990 Era: Name Category Sport David Conte Builder Hockey Larry Gardner (Automatic) Athlete Swimming Mike Macgillivray Builder Hockey 1991 - Present Era: Name Category Sport Ray Barkwill (Automatic) Athlete Rugby Todd Simon Athlete Hockey L-2019-14 Permanently Close and Declare Surplus Part Road Allowance bisecting 9615 Warner Road Our File No. 2017-177 The report recommends the following: 1. In the event that Council determines that it is in the public interest to do so, that Part of the Road Allowance bisecting 9615 Warner Road and legally described as Part Unopened Road Allowance between Township Lots 9 & 10 and between Lot 9 and Gore Lot 12 Stamford; designated as Part 7 on 59R3619, (hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Lands"), Page 12 of 22 Page 21 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 as shown in red on the attached location map, be permanently closed and declared surplus to the City's needs. 2. That any sale of the Subject Lands be conditional upon the lands conveyed being merged in title with the abutting lands. 3. That the Mayor and Clerk and City Solicitor, be authorized to take whatever steps and sign whatever documents are required to carry out Recommendations 1 and 2 above. PBD-2019-53 (Report added) DOW-2017-005, Request for Extension of Commercial Building and Façade Grant Approval for 4463 Queen Street Applicant: Intellectual Inventive Inc. The report recommends that Council approve an extension of one year for the Commercial Building and Façade Improvement Grant Agreement for Application DOW -2017-005, 4463 Queen Street. TS-2019-03 Traffic Signal Maintenance and Operations Agreement The report recommends the following: 1. That the agreement with the Regional Municipality of Niagara for the operation and maintenance of all traffic control signals and systems owned by the City of Niagara Falls be approved. 2. The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the required agreements. 3. That the Director of Transportation Services or designate be provided delegated authority to amend the agreement as new traffic control systems or devices come online. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the reports are approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 10.1. R&C- Memo re: Cultural Hub and Market Hall Funding Page 13 of 22 Page 22 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 RECOMMENDATION: That the Mayor and Council confirm approval of contribution of $6,198,494.00 (projected 49.5% of the project cost) for the funding of the Cultural Hub and Market Hall, as outlined in the initial projected project cost. And if the full requested amount is not received from CCSF, City Council will approve funding additional funds to offset any potential shortfall. Staff will continue to research additional project funding sources. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo that the recommendation in memo be approved. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.2. Environics Research - Regional Governance Review Survey Detailed Report Information is being shared with various local municipalities. RECOMMENDATION: That Council receive the report for information. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that the City of Niagara Falls work towards strategic priorities for our next term and will include homelessness, housing and drug action plans, among other priorities. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.3. Resolution - Opposition to Changes in 2019 Provincial Budget and Planning Act Council Resolution from the City of Stratford, opposing changes. RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council support the resolution regarding the opposition to changes in 2019 Provincial Budget and Page 14 of 22 Page 23 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Planning Act from the City of Stratford. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.4. Correspondence - City of Thorold Letter to Premier Ford regarding Bill 115 - Beer Retailing in Ontario RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.5. Niagara Region - Various Corresondence (Regional Council Report added) RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve Councillor's Carolynn Ioannoni and Lori Lococo attending the Symposium for Goodness' Sake in Austin, Texas at a cost of $1500.00 each and that Regional staff be encouraged to attend. The objective is to learn the essentials behind the inner workings of Community First! Village and how they can go about getting started on a similar project with purpose. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.6. Town of Fort Erie - Whistleblowing Policy RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Staff for a report. Page 15 of 22 Page 24 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that the matter be referred to Staff for a report. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.7. Amendment to City's By-laws to include gyms Carla Rienzo, resident of Niagara Falls, is making a recommendation to City Council to have the City amend its Licencing By-laws to include gyms. RECOMMENDATION: That Council receive for information. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that Staff come back to Council with a report. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.8. Message from Minister Steve Clark - Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing The letter attached is regarding proposed changes to the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS). The PPS is an important part of Ontario's land use planning system, setting out the provincial land use policy direction. RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.9. Town of Halton Hills - Resolution regarding reducing litter and waste RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that Council receive and file the Page 16 of 22 Page 25 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 correspondence for information. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.10. Municipal Amalgamation - Township of McKellar RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Mike Strange that Council support the resolution from the Town of McKellar regarding municipal amalgamation. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.11. Rainbow Crosswalk Letters attached to support the request for a rainbow crosswalk at Queen and Erie Streets. RECOMMENDATION: That the matter be referred to staff for a report back. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the matter be referred to staff for a report to come back to Council. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.12. Flag-Raising - CARP Niagara (Canadian Association of Retired Persons) CARP Niagara is requesting a flag-raising ceremony on Tuesday, October 1st, 2019 at 12:00 noon. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council approve the request to hold a flag raising ceremony on Tuesday, October 1st, 2019 in recognition of CARP Niagara (Canadian Association of Retired Persons). Page 17 of 22 Page 26 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.13. Proclamation Request - CN Rail Safety Week The proclamation request is to recognize "Rail Safety Week 2019" which will take place from September 23-29, 2019. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the City proclaim "Rail Safety Week 2019" which will take place from September 23 -29, 2019. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from th e vote) 10.14. Proclamation Request - 19th Annual Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day The proclamation request is to recognize Thursday, October 24, 2019 as the 19th Annual Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. This will be a day of recognition for the many people who work providing early learning and child care se rvices in our community. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that the City proclaim Thursday, October 24, 2019 as the "19th Annual Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day." Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.15. Proclamation Request - Prostate Cancer Awareness Month The proclamation request is to recognize September 2019 as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Vince Kerrio that the City recognize September 2019 as "Prostate Cancer Awareness Month." Page 18 of 22 Page 27 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.16. Noise By-law Exemption and Special Occasion Event - Livestock Niagara Music and Arts Festival. Request from Rafik Guiruis, CEO, Livestock Niagara, seeking an exemption from Council to the City's Noise By-law to allow entertainment until 12:00 AM on Friday, August 23rd, 2019 and until 12 AM on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 for the Livestock Niagara Music and Arts Festival. The event is to be held at the Niagara Falls History Museum/Farmer's Market. Furthermore, to obtain a Special Occasion Permit from the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), to recognize the event as a public event of municipal significance. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the request be approved as recommended to allow entertainment until midnight on both August 23rd and 24th, 2019 and to deem the Festival as an Event of Municipal Significance. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 10.17. Special Occasions Permit - Studio Vine Glass A request is being made to have a special event at Studio Vine Glass taking place on Saturday September 28, 2019 at 5535 Slater Avenue, be declared by Council as an Event of Municipal Significance in order to assist with their request for a liquor licence through the AGCO. RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council approve the request to deem the event on Saturday, September 28, 2019 as an Event of Municipal Significance. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 11. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA Direction of staff to follow up on requests from the Niagara YMCA a well as a request from properties within the Niagara South Condominium 98. Page 19 of 22 Page 28 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 12. BY-LAWS The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by- law listed for Council consideration. 2019- 91 - A by-law to permanently close part of a highway. 2019- 92 - A by-law to declare Part Unopened Road Allowance between Township Lots 9 & 10 and between Lot 9 and Gore Lot 12 Stamford; designated as Part 7 on 59R3619, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, as surplus. 2019- 93 - A by-law to delegate the authority to approve and execute agreements to members of City Staff. 2019- 94 - A by-law to authorize the execution of a Renewal of Agreement with Streetseen Media, respecting the renewal of the contract for the supply and installation of advertising on the exterior and interior of Niagara Falls Transit buses. 2019- 95 - A by-law to authorize the payment of $29,223,255.74 for General Purposes. 2019- 96 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Limited Parking, Parking Meter Zones) 2019- 97 - A by-law to regulate the requirements for fire access routes and emergency vehicle access to buildings and properties within the City of Niagara Falls. 2019- 99 - A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 13th day of August, 2019. 2019- 98 - 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. Page 20 of 22 Page 29 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the by-laws be read a first, second and third time and passed. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 13. NEW BUSINESS a) Homelessness in Niagara Falls ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council allow Angela Peebles, resident of Niagara Falls, to speak to Council regarding homelessness. Carried (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote and Councillor Campbell opposed) ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni that staff bring back a report to Council with alternate places to sleep for the homeless in Niagara Falls. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni, Seconded by Councillor Lori Lococo that Council allow the meeting to go past the 10:00 curfew. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) b) Honouring John Turcotte ("King of Duff") ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Campbell that something is done to honour the recently deceased, John Turcotte, known as the "King of Duff" for his long standing volunteer work and to include the Winter Festival of Lights and Niagara Parks Commission. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) c) Thorold Tunnel ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by Councillor Wayne Thomson that a resolution be sent to the Minister of Page 21 of 22 Page 30 of 146 City Council August 13, 2019 Transportation and to the St. Lawrence Seaway to increase lighting within the Thorold Tunnel to improve safety. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) 14. ADJOURNMENT a) Adjournment ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the meeting be adjourned at 10:03 pm. Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote) Mayor City Clerk Page 22 of 22 Page 31 of 146 ~ C O F F E E C O M PANY ~ COFFEE GENEROUSLY PROVIDED BY Support the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Regionwww.alzheimerniagara.ca/coffeebreak Scott St. & Welland Ave. Page 32 of 146 1 Heather Ruzylo Subject: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month From: mike strange <mikestrange@hotmail.com> Sent: Thursday, August 15, 2019 11:19 AM To: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Cc: BRETT WALES >; Jim Diodati <jdiodati@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Fwd: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Hey Bill,I was talking to Brett Wales earlier this month about a project to have Gold Bikes placed for a project for recognition of Childhood cancer month,this is message below from Brett.His som Reed was the Marshall for the Canada Day Parade in Niagara Falls in july.Thanks.Mike Get Outlook for iOS From: BRETT WALES < > Sent: Thursday, August 15, 2019 11:07 AM To: mstrange@niagarafalls.ca Subject: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Good morning Mike, I was hoping to pass this along through you as I think I have missed the August Council meeting. This goes with the #goldbikeprojectcanada idea I spoke to you about earlier: An Open Proclamation 2019 City Council/Public works Department. Proclamation Of September As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month In Canada, 1,700 children and youths between the ages of birth and 19 years of age are diagnosed with cancer each year. Although strides in treatment and care have been made, childhood cancer is still the leading disease- related cause of death for Canadian children. At present over 10,000 children in Canada are living with cancer. While over 75% of children survive cancer, more than 50% of survivors of childhood cancer face late effects of their disease and treatment, including neurocognitive impairments, sterility and secondary cancers. There is a global movement to have monuments, buildings, fountains etc. light up gold in the September in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Within Ontario, the Peace Tower at Parliament Hill, the Page 33 of 146 2 CN Tower and the Skylon Tower, Cambridge City sign, Burlington Pier, Niagara Falls, Hamilton City sign plus numerous others Go Gold. I am asking that the city of Niagara Falls continues to support Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by lighting a City monument or sign gold for a month, week or even a day in September and proclaiming September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In addition to landmark lighting, I would like to ask permission to place a gold painted child's bike at City Hall in recognition of children diagnosed with cancer who spend their days in hospitals instead of being children. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this initiative and my interest in it. Thank you for your attention to my request. Regards, Brett Wales in support of other Childhood Cancer Families and Supporters and Organisations supporting those families Globally. Page 34 of 146 CampOut for Cancer Saturday, October 19th, 2019 WHAT IS CAMPOUT FOR CANCER? CampOut for Cancer is a fundraising initiative which helps send kids with cancer and their families to Camp Trillium. Niagara-area families, including the team called ‘Burnt Marshmallows’ led by the Isaak Family, are registered to raise money to support Camp Trillium. One hundred percent of every dollar fundraised for CampOut for Cancer supports Camp Trillium. WHAT IS CAMP TRILLIUM? Camp Trillium is committed to providing meaningful, fun and enriching camping experiences to families impacted by childhood cancer. They are a home away from home, a place where families can come to relax, to share, to have fun and to forget about cancer even if just for a little while. They are a registered Canadian charity, and all of their programs are free to families. They are generously funded through donations from individuals, service clubs, businesses, and foundations. WHY SHOULD YOU CARE? Cancer robs children of their childhood and families of their time together. While undergoing treatment, many kids spend long hours at the clinic or in the hospital. They often miss school and play time with friends. This year alone, more than 450 families in Ontario will receive this life-altering diagnosis. For many, it is a moment they will never forget, one which immediately alters their day-to-day routine, and often signifies the start of a long medical road ahead. CampOut for Cancer is Camp Trillium’s signature event, helping to raise funds and awareness to send for kids with cancer to camp. At camp, everyone understands what it’s like to be impacted by cancer. Parents, siblings, and patients alike, are temporarily free from the burden of disease. Your support can help us raise funds and awareness to continue delivering our programs free of cost to families all across Ontario. WHO GOES TO CAMP TRILLIUM? We recognize that childhood cancer can impact all members of a family. For this reason, Camp Trillium welcomes all family members including kids with and affected by childhood cancer as well as their brothers, sisters and their caregivers. Families don’t come because they have cancer, they come to forget about cancer, even if just for a little while. A variety of families from Niagara communities including Niagara Falls, Chippawa, Wainfleet, Port Colborne, St. Catharines, Grimsby and Welland all benefit from Camp Trillium programming. Page 35 of 146 WHAT MAKES CAMP TRILLIUM UNIQUE? Camp Trillium has over 30+ years of experience supporting families across all stages of their cancer journey. Since inception, they have provided more than 53,000 camping experiences to families across all stages of the cancer journey. They are fiscally responsible and resourceful. And last but not least, most of their staff members and volunteers used to be past campers who are committed to the organization. REQUEST TO THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS Team ‘Burnt Marshmallows’, led by the Isaak Family, is humbly requesting that the City of Niagara Falls provide, at no cost, use of Fireman’s Park in Niagara Falls to allow CampOut for Cancer fundraising families to enjoy one-night of fun, fundraising and camping. Date: Saturday, October 19th at 9am until Sunday, October 20th at 1pm Number of campers: 20-50 people, 3 to 10 Camp Trillium families, friends and guests Activities may include: - Outdoor games - Fishing - Cooking over an open campfire - Pitching and sleeping in tents - Use of restrooms, pavilion and playground - Use of parking lot Points of note: - This is an alcoholic-free event - Only families registered to attend will be permitted to sleep on site - This event will not be publicized widely, but rather promoted directly to Camp Trillium families living in Niagara FOR MORE INFORMATION: - CampOut for Cancer Fundraising Page: https://campoutforcancer.com/ - Team Burnt Marshmallows Fundraising Page: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/trillium-childhood-cancer-support-centre- centre-trillium-d/p2p/campoutforcancer2019/team/burnt-marshmallows/ - Camp Trillium: https://camptrillium.com/ - Pam Isaak, Burnt Marshmallows Captain: mobile 905-931-4830, email pam.vail@gmail.com Page 36 of 146 Bur and,President OHEYMOO -(lIFTS- www. %'a//mm Celebratingover 90 yearsin business. -% ay .47’T4’?E4115 RESTAURANT Charlie Burland,President 4943 Clifton Hill,Niagara Falls,Ontario,Canada L2G 3N5 Tel:905-357-2200 ext.6604 Fax:905-357-6505,cbur|and@fal|s.com Burland Investments Limited Beefeater (Niagara)Limited Niagara Clifton Motor Inn Limited 775571 Ontario Inc. 1108978 Ontario Inc. August 26,2019 Bill Matson City Clerk City of Niagara Falls 4310 QueenStreet, P.O.Box 1023 Niagara Falls,ON. L2E 6X5 Re:Commercial Waste Fee -Optout Dear Mr.Matson I would like to have the opportunity to speak before Council this upcoming September 10"‘on the “Commercial Waste Fee”charge that is automatically added to our municipal taxes,whether businesses use this public service or not. I have been working with the CAO’s of?ce over the past few months and they have instructed that my next step is to put it before Council. Given the Region is currently overhauling its waste collection system I believe this is the right time that this issue be dealt with. Currently many businesses in Niagara Falls,and the entire Region for that matter,use and pay for 3rd party private collection, however are still required to pay the “Commercial Waste Fee”on their taxes.Businesses are required to use 3“parties as the public system is not designed to handle the specialized needs businesses require,yet currently carmot optout as (I believe)they could 30 years ago. Yours truly, Charlie Beefeater (Niagara)Limited CLIF Page 37 of 146 enicke|@niagarafal|s.ca ktodd@niagarafa||s.ca brad.white|aw@ niagararegio enicke|@niagarafa||s.ca catherine.haberrnebl?niagararegionca Iydia.torbicki@niagararegiomca ‘ennifenmazurek@niagararegion.ca sherri.tait@niagararegion.ca cburIand@fa|ls.com From:Ken Todd <ktodd@niagarafalls.ca> Sent:July 30,2019 3:08 PM To:cburland@fa|ls.com Cc:Erik Nickel Subject:Fwd:waste collection tender/rfp timelines Hi Charlie: Just an update on the timelines related to the waste contracts. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From:Erik Nickel <> Date:July 24,2019 at 9:09:37 AM EDT To:Ken Todd <> Subject:FW:waste collection tender/rfp timelines Good Morning Erik: Yes,the release of the Region’s RFP has been expedited Sincerely, Brad Whitelaw,BA,CIM,CPM,P.Mgr.,CAPM Program Manager,Waste Policy &Planning Waste Management,Public Works Hi Ken, The Region responded on the timelines for the waste collection RFP,and they have indicated that they are expediting this contract to award in October or November 2019,after which time,the local area municipalities will decide on their Enhanced Services. Your message to Charlie Burland may need to be revisited so that he has the correct information and a new timeline to address Council if that is his desire.I'd be happy to clarify this in an email to Charlie if you want. From:Whitelaw,Brad <> Sent:Wednesday,July 24,2019 9:04 AM To:ErikNickel <> Cc:Habermebl,Catherine <>;Torbicki,Lydia <>;Mazurek,Jennifer <>;Tait,Sherri <> Subject:RE:waste collection tender/rfp timelines n.ca Page 38 of 146 araregi enickel@niagarafa||s.ca brad.whitelaw@niagararegion. catherine.habermebI@niagararegion.ca lydia.torbicki@niagararegion.ca ‘enni azurek@niagavaregion.ca sherri.tait@niagararegion.ca brad.whitelaw@niagararegia enickel@niagarafa||s.ca catherine.habermebl@niagararegion.ca lydia.torbicki@niagararegion.ca ‘en azurek n’ t@niagararegion.ca ETETE i0 C3 Niagara Region 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way,PO Box 1042 Thorold,ON L2V 4T7 Phone:905-980-6000 ext.3316 To||—free:1-800-263-7215 Fax:905-687-8056 CAUTION:This email originated from outside of the Niagara Region email system.Use caution when clicking links or opening attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Subject:RE:waste collection tender/rfp timelines Good Afternoon Erik: Sorry for the delay in responding to your request. With current timelines,we intend to award in October or November 2019,after which time,the local area municipalities will decide on their Enhanced Services. Please let me know if you require anything further. Sincerely, Brad Whitelaw,BA,CIM,CPM,P.Mgr.,CAPM Program Manager,Waste Policy &Planning Waste Management,Public Works www.niaq on.ca Thanks for the update Brad Our earlier reports to council indicated a 2020 timeframe for tender receipt.Have the timeframes been accelerated? From:Erik Nickel <> Sent:Tuesday,July 23,2019 3:59 PM To:Whitelaw,Brad <> Cc:Habermebl,Catherine <>;Torbicki,Lydia <>;Mazurek,Jennifer <>;Tait,Sherri <> Subject:RE:waste collection tender/rfp timelines ca From:Whitelaw,Brad <> Sent:Tuesday,July 23,2019 3:42 PM To:Erik Nickel <> Cc:Habermebl,Catherine <>;Torbicki,Lydia <>;Mazurek,Jennifer <>;Tait,Sherri <> n.ca Page 39 of 146 iagarareg brad.whitelaw@ niagararegionca catherine.habermeb|@niagararegion.ca enicke|@niagarafal|s.ca wvvw.niagarafalls.ca Niagara Region 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way,PO Box 1042 Thorold,ON L2V 4T7 Phone:905-980-6000 ext.3316 Toll-free:1-800-263-7215 Fax:905-687-8056 Sent:Friday,July 19,2019 9:45 AM To:Whitelaw,Brad <> Cc:Habermebl,Catherine <> Subject:waste collection tender/rfp timelines CAUTION:This email originated from outside of the Niagara Region email system.Use caution when clicking links or opening attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.- Hi Brad, Could you please advise on the latest timelines for your upcoming waste collection tender/rfp timelines?Specifically I am looking for timing that this will come back to our Municipal Council for a decision on the enhanced collection options we had asked for. Thanks, The City of Niagara Falls Con?dentiality Notice The information contained in this communication including any attachments may be con?dential,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 noti?ed 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 The Regional Municipality of Niagara Con?dentiality 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 noti?ed that any dissemination,distribution,disclosure,or copying of this communication,or any of its contents,is strictly prohibited.If you have received this communicationin 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. 3 |0I'I.Ca <enickel@niagarafa||s.ca |Director of Municipal Works /City Engineer |Municipal Works |City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street I Niagara Falls,ON L2E 6X5 I (905)356-7521 ext.4219 I Fax 289-296-0048 | Erik Nickel,P.Eng. Page 40 of 146 www.niagarafalls.ca The City of Niagara Falls Con?dentiality NoticeThe information contained in this communication including any attachments may be con?dential,is intended onl yfortheuseoftherecipient(s)named above,and may be legally privileged.If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,you are hereby noti?ed 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 Page 41 of 146 bilImatson@niagarafa||s.ca Charlie Burland From:Ken Todd <ktodd@niagarafal|s.ca> Sent:July 19,2019 1:39 PM To:‘Charlie Burland‘ Cc:ErikNickel;Tiffany Clark;BillMatson Subject:RE:Commercial Waste Fee Attachments:MW—2019—O6—Region of Niagara Waste 2020 Collection Contract_Proposed Changes 81 Niagara Falls Enhanced Collection Services.pdf;MW—2019—O6—Attachment 1 —Waste Proposal —Audit data.pdf;MW—2019-06—Attachment 2 -Waste Proposal -Designated Business Area Maps.pdf From:Charlie Burland <cburland@fal|s.com> Sent:Wednesday,July 17,2019 10:51 AM To:Ken Todd <ktodd@niagarafa||s.ca> Subject:FW:Commercial Waste Fee Good morning Ken,I sent this out back in March I have heard nothing back from the City,it is possible my email was blocked as it does happen from time to time with some City email addresses,I will also drop off a hard copy this time too,Thanks Charlie Good morning Charlie I don't know how this fell through the cracks,but my apologies. As you are aware the Region is responsible for Waste Collection in the region and setting the collection parameters for that contract.The waste collection contract is currently under review,and the Regional staff recently made a presentation to Council.I have attached the reports for your review.The Region is currently going through the process of developing a new Waste contract and going out to an RFP .After the completion of the RFP,the Region will present the options back to the City.At that time the City could consider changing the level of service to Commercial/ Industrialusersabovethecurrentcontract.This would be the time to address Council.The RFP review will take place throughout 2020 with the new contract commencing in 2021.Service level changes would therefore be occur in 2021. If you would like to address Council on the service levels and costs to Commercial owners related to the current contract,then coming to Council prior to the 2020 budget deliberations would be the best time because this would affect the 2020 tax levy.Budget deliberations occur at the end or the year and into the new year,so the timing of a presentation would be the fall of 2019. Again,I apologize for the delay in response,and email back if you have any further questions.Appointments to Council can be made by contacting City Clerk Bill Matson at Page 42 of 146 cburland@falls.com ktodd@niagarafa||s.ca cbur|and@fa||s.com brad.white|aw@niagararegion.ca catherine.habermebl@niagararegionca brad.whiteIaw@niagararegion.ca cburla nd@faI|s.com catherine.hz-Jbermebl@niagararegion.ca From:Charlie Burland <> Sent:March 14,2019 11:26 AM To:‘Ken Todd’<> Subject:FW:Commercial Waste Fee Good morning Ken, Who would you suggest I contact at the City regarding my garbage fees,Also the Region says they are not going to make any changes at the Region level however I believe with all the changes they are looking at with waste collection this item is something the City might want to address with them as many business in the City pay for waste collection through the tax levy however pay on top of that for private waste collection as the current region system does not work for them, Thanks Charlie From:Charlie Burland <> Sent:March 14,2019 11:20 AM To:'White|aw,Brad‘<> Cc:‘Habermebl,Catherine‘<> Subject:RE:Commercial Waste Fee Thanks Brad,I will talk to the City of Niagara Falls to see what they have to say,Charlie From:Whitelaw,Brad <> Sent:March 12,2019 1:50 PM To:Charlie Burland <> Cc:Habermebl,Catherine <> Subject:RE:Commercial Waste Fee Good Afternoon Charlie Thank-you for your email. The amount of the waste management costs levied to the property owners of each local area municipality (LAM)is based on the values provided by the Region’s Waste Management Division (WM)and are approved each year through the WM operating budget.For WM,once the annual levy amount is approved by Regional Council and the assessment roll from MPAC has been delivered, the Region will establish the annual tax policy decisions for the year.These tax policy decisions will be utilized in the development of the Region’s general levy and WM tax rates and also utilized by each LAM. As part of the annual tax policy process,each tax class (i.e.,residential,commercial,industrial,multi -res,etc.)will have a separate tax ratio established,which may differ from one tax class to the other.From there,the WM tax rates are determined based on the interactions between the total assessed values of each property class in a municipality (as determined by MPAC),the established tax ratios,and the approved waste management levy assigned to each municipality.This process is not something that the Region is looking at changing for the next collection contract. Since property taxes are levied to property owners by the LAMS,you would need to contact the City of Niagara Falls tax department to discuss your request for any tax rebate or to have it removed from your property taxes. Page 43 of 146 www.nIagararegIon.ca ca habermeb|@ garareg‘a regio Please let me know if you have any further questions. Sincerely, Brad Whitelaw,BA,CIM,CPM,P.Mgr.,CAPM Program Manager,Waste Policy &Planning Waste Management,Public Works Niagara Region 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way,PO Box 1042 Thorold,ON L2V 4T7 Phone:905-980-6000 ext.3316 Toll-free:1-800-263-7215 Fax:905-687-8056 Subject:Commercial Waste Fee Good morning Catherine and Brad, I don't know if either of you are the right person to contact but I thought I would start with the 2 of you as I was at Niagara Falls City Council on Jan 15”‘for another matter and watched your presentation. I have an number of Tourism commercial businesses in Niagara Falls and am charged about $18,000.00 (2018)on my Taxes for COM WASTE,however all my waste is picked up privately through Modern at a cost of about $35,000.00 (2018). My question is can I get a tax rebate or have it removed from my taxes and possibly retroactively. And if not should this be something the Region should look at moving forward given the current restructuring process of the Regions Waste Management plan. Thanks Charlie Burland Cell 905-658-2200 The Regional Municipality of Niagara Confidentiality Notice The information contained in this communication including any attachments may be confidential,is intended only for the use of the recipient(s)named above,and may be legally privileged.If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient,you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution,disclosure,or copying of this communication,or any of its contents,is strictly prohibited.lf you have received this communication in error,please re—sendthis communication to the sender and permanently delete the original and any copy of it from your computer system.Thank you. From:Charlie Burland <> Sent:Thursday,March 07,2019 11:38 AM To:Habermebl,Catherine <>;Whitelaw,Bra cbur|and@fal|s.com Page 44 of 146 Z/3 i=lg5=|l‘aF.‘!!!.$ Residential Prouerties (Low Densiw Residential 1-6 units): Multi-Residential reater than 6 units : Outside Designated Business Areas: Inside Designated Business Areas: MW-2019-06 N February 12,2019 REPORT TO:Mayor James M.Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY:Municipal Works SUBJECT:MW-2019-06 Region of Niagara 2020 Waste Collection Contract Proposed Changes and Niagara Falls Enhanced Collection Services RECOMMENDATION That Council provide feedback to the Regional Municipality of Niagara on the following items related to the 2021 Waste Collection Contract: Every other week garbage collection Increase from one bag to two bag limit per every other week (EOW)collection Recycling and organic bin collection weekly Establishment of four (4)large item per residential unit,per collection Appliance pick-up and scrap metal pick-up to be discontinued 1.The City’s enhanced service and extra payment for front-end garbage collection at multi- residential properties (currently 155 containers) 2.The City’s enhanced service and extra payment for front-end garbage collection at multi- residential condominium properties (currently 54 containers)- Industrial/Commercial/Industrial-MixedUses 1.Every other week garbage collection 2.Decrease number of bags per week from six (6)to four (4),or eight (8)containers bi-weekly 3.Recycling and organic bin collection weekly Industrial/Commercial/lndustrial-MixedUses 1.Weekly garbage collection 2.Decrease number of bags per week from seven (7)to four (4)per week Page 45 of 146 Other City Services: As such the followinq are staff recommendations reiated to the above items MW-2019-06 February 12,2019 .The City’s enhanced service and extra payment for Public Space recycling program .The City's litter receptacles in Designated Business Areas (DBA)and extra payment for seven (7)day a week collection from mid-May to mid-October Mandatory use of clear bags Staff encourage the continuation of weekly recyclables and organic green bins in order to increase the amount of material diverted from local landfills. Staff supports the continued weekly collection of garbage inside the Designated Business Areas. Staff supports the Region obtaining pricing on every other week collection and status quo (weekly)collection,however,costing of these items will not be known until after the tender process is completed.As such,staff would recommend that the Region share these costs with the City prior to a decision being made. Staff supports the inclusion of the establishment of a four (4)large item pick-up as part of base service. Staff would also recommend continuation of the City’s enhanced service and payment for public space recycling and the enhanced service for litter receptacles in DBA from mid-May to mid-October. Staff would also recommend that the City ask the Region to provide costing through the ' tender process regarding enhanced sen/ice for multi-residential (greater than 6 units)and for multi-residential condo units prior to Council making a final determination on this matter. BACKGROUND At the Council meeting held on January 15,2019 staff from the Regional Municipality of Niagara presented information to Council regarding the consultation process that has been undertaken to assist the Region with preparing the Request for Proposal (RFP)regarding the 2021 Waste Collection contract. The following is a brief synopsis of the public consultation results,received from Niagara Falls residents. 74%believe diversion through the Region’s recycling program is important 44%currently put out one (1)bag of garbage per week 0 61%do not use additional bags 0 65%believe we need to continue weekly garbage pick-up o 36%indicated they would be able to manage with every other week pick-up 45%probablylwould support mandatory clear garbage bags o 79%believe weekly recycling should continue Page 46 of 146 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE: Base Co?ection Ogtions MW-2019-06 February 12,2019 The Region has asked for feedback from the local area municipalities by February 20,2019. This report and attachments included on this agenda are intended to give Council background information on the process in order to make comments to the Region by the deadline date. The Region of Niagara oversees all aspects of Waste Management for the Local Area Municipalities (LAM). This includes,but is not limited to,curbside collection of waste,recycling and organics collection as well as the disposal of these materials (Landfill sites,household hazard waste,recycling facility and organic processing locations). The annual cost for the Region’s Waste Management collection is charged back to the LAM’s based on the municipality’s percentage of the total Regional households.For Niagara Falls,the 2018 waste management levy totalled $6,750,000.This was broken down into approximately $6,084,000 in base service and $665,795 in enhanced service. The Region is preparing for a new collection contract that will be awarded in 2020 and will start in 2021.Prior to the approval of the new contract and its proposed changes,the Region is consulting with Niagara residents,businesses,the local municipalities and other stakeholders. The proposed options being considered by Niagara Region for the 2021 contract are categorized into base collection options and enhanced collections options. Terminology used throughout to describe the different property sectors are as follows LDR:Low Density Residential property (i.e.1 to 6 residential units) MR:Multi Residential property (greater than 6 residential units) |C&l:Industrial,Commercial and Institutional property MU:Mixed Use property (i.e.IC&Iwith a residential component) Inside DBAs Property is located within the Designated Business Areas (includes the Queen Street,Lundy's Lane,Victoria/Clifton,Main/Ferry and Fallsview BIA’s and Chippawa business area -see appendix I maps) Outside DBAs:Property is located outside of the Designate Business Areas 1 Every-other-week (EO\/\I)garbage collection for all properties located outside DBAs. Properties located inside DBA’s willcontinue with weekly service. Weekly collection of recycling and organics to continue for all properties both inside and outside of DBA’s.Garbage container limitwould double for those with EOW collection. Page 47 of 146 Page 48 of 146 Collection , 5. Enhanced 6 MW-2019-06 February 12,2019 The same audit for all five Niagara Falls DBA’s (See Appendix II,Page 2)indicates the average number of garbage bags/containers set out is 2.7 (|C&l)and 1.8 (MU) per pick-up day.The number of recycling containers set out is 2.0 (lC&l),or 61%of properties participating,and 1.3 (MU),or 46%of properties participating.The average number of organics containers set out is 1.3 (lC&l),or 11%participating, and 1.0 (MU),or 11%participating. Change weekly garbage container limits for Mixed Use properties located outside Designated Business Areas from six (6)to four (4)containers under weekly collection,or to eight (8)containers under Every-Other-Week garbage collection. This would standardize the base collection limits across similar sectors,as well as increase participation in the Region’s diversion programs.The average number of garbage containers placed out per week at MU properties outside DBAs across the City is 2.1.The average lC&l recycling participation rate is 50%and organics participation rate is 18% Options The City currently provides enhanced service to one hundred and fifty-four (155)front end bin collection of the one hundred and ten (110)Multi-residential(MR)Apartment Buildings (garbage disposal dumpsters)located city-wide. The City also provides front end bin collection of fifty-four (54)containers at the thirty-six (36)Condominium complexes city-wide. Provision of a new enhanced service for large item collection to those households in Mult iResidentialbuildingsandMixedUsepropertiesthatreceivetheRegion’s base curbside garbage collection sen/ice. These properties must be participating in the Region’s diversion programs (i.e.: recycling and organics),in order to qualify to receive this service. This service would be provided in a manner that is parallel to the approved service for the Low Density Residential sector. Applies to the following properties: Page 49 of 146 FINANCIAL CONSIDERATION: MW-2019-06 February 12,2019 Property Type No.of BuildingsIProperties Curbside MU with one or more residential units 89 (152 Units) Curbside MR with 7+residential units 140 (4,876 res.Units) Total 229 8 Any other additional enhanced collection options,such as additional garbage container limits,increased garbage or recycling collection frequency,street litter,front-end garbage, etc. Other additional enhanced collection options requested by Niagara Falls City Council will come at an increased cost to the Municipality over-and-above the base service collection cost. Upon request,Regional staff are willing to include other options in the upcoming tender,in order to obtain pricing.These items will come back to Niagara Falls Council for approval. The explanation and reason for the proposed changes are fully explained in Attachment III to this Report (FAQ for Proposed Collection Service Options for Niagara Falls Designated Business Areas). Based on discussion with the Region,changes recommended are based on audits of actual numbers of large items/appliances or bags/containers actually put out and should have little to no impact to users,but will provide a reduction in the quantities to be tendered in the 2021 contract. Overall,if accepted by Regional Council,the proposed base service changes will help avoid future cost increases in Waste Management costs.Other municipalities that implemented Every-Other-Week garbage collection realized annual contract savings between $200,000 and $12 million,depending on the size of their contract and other contract changes that were implemented.For example,Region of Waterloo’s annual contract savings by switching over to Every-Other-Week garbage collection was $1.5 million. In 2018 the total cost to the City for base service was $6,084,000.The 2018 Enhanced Collection Sen/ices to the City were $665,795.Additional costs would be incurred for the new enhanced service for bulky goods collection to those households in Multi Residential buildings with seven (7)or more residential units and Mixed Use properties with one (1)or more residential unit,that receive the Region’s curbside base garbage collection. Page 50 of 146 Page 51 of 146 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Quinton Ascah Subject:RE: 2019 United Way Campaign From: Quinton Ascah <quinton@unitedwayniagara.org> Sent: Tuesday, July 23, 2019 10:11 AM To: Jason MacLean <jmac@niagarafalls.ca> Cc: Selene Tudini <studini@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: 2019 United Way Campaign Hello Jason, I hope this email reaches you well. I wanted to say thank you to yourself, your team, and the Mayor for taking the time to meet with my colleague Tamara and I yesterday in regards to the important partnership between the City of Niagara Falls and United Way Niagara. I just wanted to follow up on a few action items: 1) We discussed having a meeting with senior management staff to discuss the important of giving, our leadership and other matches, and do a “poverty simulation” for staff. Do you have a date, preferably in mid to late August, where we could host this presentation? 2) We also had discussed a presentation to City Council – I am looking at upcoming dates for Council meetings and I believe September 10th would work best. Who should I contact in order to have our presentation placed on the meeting agenda? Thank you for all of your hard work and I look forward to speaking to you soon! Kind regards, Quinton Ascah Campaign Associate Tel: 905.688.5050 ext. 2104 | Fax: 905.688.2997 www.unitedwayniagara.org Page 52 of 146 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2019-42 Telecommunication Facility Consultation 6501 Kister Road, ForbesBros Limited, on behalf of Rogers Communications; and 8699 Stanley Avenue, Signum Wireless (contract to Fontur International) RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) be advised the City of Niagara Falls supports one (1) telecommunication tower in the Stanley Avenue Business Park and, concurs that in order to advance the economic development interest of the City, the 40 metre monopole at 8699 Stanley Avenue is the preferred location. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City received three proposals for telecommunication towers within the Stanley Avenue Industrial Park all to be located within an approximate distance of one kilometre. The proposals have been assessed concurrently to identify the location and design which best meet the Municipality’s guidelines. The proposal for a 40 metre tall telecommunication monopole tower on the lands identified as 6501 Kister Road meets the City’s location criteria. The other tower proposal at 8660 Stanley Avenue could also meet the same criteria through a relocation of the tower further from the Stanley Avenue road allowance. BACKGROUND Fontur International Inc., the agent for Signum Wireless, originally submitted two proposals for telecommunication towers within the Stanley Avenue Industrial Park. ForbesBros Limited, has also submitted a tower proposal on a property located between the Fontur proposals, also within the Industrial Park. Page 53 of 146 2 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 Figure 1: Proposed telecommunication tower locations within the Stanley Avenue Industrial Area A – 6224 Progress Street Signum Wireless has withdrawn the tower proposal for 6224 Progress Street (A) through a written submission dated June 20, 2019, and therefore this report does not address this tower. The proposed towers at 6501 Kister Road (B) and 8699 Stanley Avenue (C) are designated for industrial use in the Official Plan and are zoned General Industrial (6501 Kister Road) and Prestige Industrial (8699 Stanley Avenue). Industrial zones are appropriate areas for communication towers as per the City’s criteria. B - 6501 Kister Road ForbesBros Limited has submitted a proposal for a 40 metre (131 ft.) tall monopole tower with an 8 m x 10 m (26 ft. x 32.8 ft.) fenced compound area on behalf of Rogers Communications Ltd. The tower would be located approximately 74 metres (242 ft.) west of Kister Road. It would supply coverage to the area surrounding Chippawa Parkway, Stanley Avenue and the QEW. The tower will provide co -location opportunities to other licensed carriers. A location plan and photo-simulation of the tower is attached as Appendix 1. C - 8699 Stanley Avenue Signum Wireless has revised the original proposal for a 60 metre (197 ft.) tall tri-pole steel lattice tower to be a 40 metre (131 ft.) tall white monopole tower on behalf of Niagara Page 54 of 146 3 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 Regional Broadband Network (NRBN). The tower would be located approximately 10.5 metres (35 ft.) west of Stanley Avenue. The tower would serve the area and support co- location for other carriers. A location plan and photo-simulation for the original proposal is attached as Appendix 2. A revised plan has not been submitted. The closest existing tower to the proposed two towers is a 40 metre (131 ft.) tower to the southwest at 7089 Reixinger Road at a distance of more than 2 km. PUBLIC CONSULTATION ISED is responsible for the licensing and approval of telecommunication equipment and facilities. As part of the application process, proponents of new systems are required to consult with local municipalities and the public in accordance with local protocols. The City is a commenting authority. The City adopted a Consultation Process for Radio Telecommunication Facilities in July, 2008. This process was updated in April 2019 with regard to extension requests and siting design criteria. The protocol requires the proponent of a facility to hold a public information meeting and to forward any written or oral concerns/issues received from the public to the City to form part of their deliberation of the proposal. If concerns have been raised, the method by which the proponent has dealt with it must also be forwarded to the City. The decision of Council serves as a written response to Industry Canada on behalf of the City for the proposal. Public Consultation in compliance with the City’s process has been completed for both tower proposals and the following summary of written or verbal submission have been received by the City, which satisfies the City’s criteria. 6501 Kister Road Notification for the tower at 6501 Kister Road was mailed out to property owners within 120 metres on February 25, 2019, a Public Information Session was held on March 27, 2019 and the public comment period ended on March 31, 2019. Comments were received from an abutting property tenant seeking assurances regarding the frequency interference and vibration issues that may affect their business. ForbesBros has confirmed that there would be no interference from the Rogers antenna equipment and that the only vibration to occur would be potentially during construction which will be coordinated with the neighbouring tenant to confirm any necessary preventative vibration measures prior to construction. The applicants have noted that they would accept conditional support pending the results of any geotechnical testing required to determine foundation design/potential for vibration surrounding the site. 8869 Stanley Avenue The public commenting period for 8869 Stanley Avenue started April 19, 2019 and ended May 24, 2019. Notice for the Public Information Meeting held on May 9, 2019 was mailed out to all property owners within 180 metres (i.e. 3X height of the original proposed tower). No comments were received from the public. Page 55 of 146 4 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The Planning Justification reports for both tower proposals identify a need for improved area coverage and have tower designs that permit co -location for different carriers to avoid the proliferation of towers as per City criteria. The towers are proposed within the Stanley Avenue Industrial Area and will provide service to the same geographical area and end users. Consequently, a comparative analysis of the proposals through a single report is being provided for the benefit of Council. Co-location Under ISED and City location policies, towers must be separated from others and service carriers must explore all opportunities to locate on existing towers before proposing a new facility. Therefore, only 1 tower can be allowed. Support for a single tower will dictate where and when services for this area will be provided. A licensed service carrier would be subject to the construction schedule of a third party tower – a window of up to 3 years after ISED approval. Signum Wireless’s primary carrier is to be Niagara Regional Broadband Network (NRBN). The ForbesBros proposal for 6501 Kister Road has been made on behalf of Rogers Communications which will locate on the tower. Both applications could accommodate additional carriers on the towers. Tower Siting In accordance with the City’s policies for the siting of tower facilities, both of the tower proposals are located outside of sensitive land uses such as residential areas or parks and will not interfere with natural areas. The policies also note a preference for the placing of towers at the maximum distance possible on a lot from municipal road allowances to minimize their visual impact at a streetscape level. The Kister Road tower (B) satisfies this criteria as it is 74 metres (242 ft.) from the road allowance. The Stanley Avenue tower (C) is proposed to be setback 10.5 metres (35 ft.) west of Stanley Avenue but could be shifted further from the road on the 8 ha (20ac) parcel. Height & Tower Design The City’s Site and Design policies state that towers should:  be designed to accommodate more than one service carrier in order to minimize the number of towers in each area;  be as unobtrusive as possible and take advantage of tower design (e.g. monopole); and  take advantage of topography and existing vegetation to minimum visual impact. Where a tower is clearly visible at street level a visual buffer area of planted deciduous and coniferous trees should be provided. With the design revisions proposed to the 8699 Stanley Avenue tower, both towers would meet the City’s height and design criteria. The Kister Road tower (B) is well setback from Page 56 of 146 5 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 the front lot line however the Stanley Avenue tower (C) remains adjacent to the road allowance and should provide a visual buffer area of planted deciduous and coniferous trees. OPTIONS Multiple towers within close proximity would be contrary to the intent of the design and siting policies of both the City and of ISED. Consequently, it is recommended that only one of the proposed towers be given licence to operate by ISED as both tower proposals target the same coverage area for service. It is staff’s recommendation that, based on economic development considerations and the fact that the primary carrier on the Stanley Avenue tower will be NRBN, the tower at 8699 Stanley Avenue be recommended as the preferred location. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS There is no financial, staff, or legal implications with the City as a result of the request for support for a telecommunication tower. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The proposal is supported by the Well Planned City Strategic Priority in that it provides telecommunication services in an area of the City which is currently underserviced. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Appendix 1 – 6501 Kister Road, Location Map and photo-simulation  Appendix 2 – 8699 Stanley Avenue, Location Map and photo -simulation shows a tripole although a monopole is proposed. Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer A.Herlovitch:cr Attach. S:\PDR\2019\PBD-2019-42, 6224 Progress, 6501 Kister and 8699 Stanley, Proposed Towers.docx Page 57 of 146 6 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 APPENDIX 1 6501 Kister Road Page 58 of 146 7 PBD-2019-42 September 10, 2019 APPENDIX 2 8699 Stanley Avenue (original design) Page 59 of 146 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Clerk Subject:RE: You have received a new response for your survey Delegations and Appointments to Council From: Reports <reports@surveyanyplace.com> Sent: Friday, August 30, 2019 9:33 AM To: Clerk <clerk@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: You have received a new response for your survey Delegations and Appointments to Council Survey Data Title: Delegations and Appointments to Council URL: hucteexd Date and Time: 30 August 2019 at 09:33 am Question 1 Question: A maximum of five (5) Appointments shall be permitted per meetingA written request for an Appointment to address Council shall include:the person’s name;address;telephone number;the name, address and telephone number of the person or organization the requester represents (if applicable); anda detailed brief of the topic to be discussed and the request/direction the presenter is seeking from Council.A written Appointment request will form part of the official record of the proceedings of Council and will be considered to be a public document.Delegations and Appointments shall be limited to not more than five (5) minutes to address Council, unless otherwise determined by Council.Delegations and Appointments shall not be permitted on the following topics:labour relations;union negotiations;any employee relations;advertisements for products or services; andelection campaigning.Do you agree to the above? Answer: Yes Question 2 Question: Your information Name: Sean Ogilvie Address: Telephone Number: Name, Address and Telephone Number of the person or organization the requester represents (if applicable): Forbes Bros Ltd. (same as above) Email Address: Detailed brief of the topic to be discussed and the request/direction the presenter is seeking from Council.: Proposed Rogers Communications Inc. mobile base station proposal ("cell tower") at 6501 Kister Road in Niagara Falls. Forbes Bros Ltd. on behalf of Rogers is seeking a recommendation of "concurrence" for our complete submission/consultation for this proposed site submitted in April 2019. Page 60 of 146 2 Delegation or Appointment?: 1-Delegation (24 hour advance notice) What date are you requesting to attend the City Council Meeting?: 2019-09-10 Page 61 of 146 70 East Beaver Creek, Suite 22 Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 3B2 Phone: 647-777-8440 Email: info@signumwireless.com August 26, 2019 Mayor & Council City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 Re: Proposed Third Party Telecommunication Tower at 8699 Stanley Avenue Signum Wireless Site ID: ON1209 Dear Mayor & Members of Council, As the proposed Signum Wireless telecommunication tower at 8699 Stanley Avenue is set to return to council, it is important to note the benefits of a third-party telecommunication tower relative to a carrier owned tower. Third party telecommunication towers, such as those operated by Signum Wireless, are designed to accommodate infrastructure from multiple wireless operators. This not only includes cellular carriers, but other operators such as wireless internet service providers, two-way radio operators, Internet of Things (IoT) networks, Smart City network providers. In the case of Signum’s telecommunication tower at 8699 Stanley Avenue, in addition to flexibly accommodating antennas from Rogers at the height they require, other operators have expressed their interest in writing to collocate on the tower including Niagara Region Broadband Network (NRBN) and Sigfox Canada. Additionally, capacity has already been built into the tower to ensure that Bell Mobility and Freedom Mobile are able to collocate on the tower. Carrier owned towers are purpose built for their networks as their primary purpose. While they do engage in tower colocation, it can take on average 12-36 months to process a co-location application from a competitor, reducing the viability of co-location as a primary source to deploy antennas. In these cases, arrangements are considered reciprocal tower sharing between carriers. In cases where there is not a possibility for a reciprocal tower sharing agreement, such as smaller operators, the process for colocation becomes significantly more onerous, costly and often, impossible. There is no regulation that requires a carrier share their tower infrastructure with non-cellular carrier entities. Third party towers promote greater competition and coverage since they provide straightforward access for co-location without delay to any and all operators. A Signum Wireless tower is developed with the sole purpose of co-locating as many telecommunications operators in one site as possible. It is incentivised to enable the quick deployment of a potential tenant’s equipment Page 62 of 146 70 East Beaver Creek, Suite 22 Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 3B2 Phone: 647-777-8440 Email: info@signumwireless.com which can help foster innovation and opportunity in any municipality where they are erected. Access to infrastructure can be an impediment for smaller operators and neutrally owned and operated options alleviate these issues. As a third-party tower builder, Signum Wireless operates not just for the major wireless carriers, but acts as a neutral owner for other wireless providers including IOT sensors and base stations. We take a strategic planning approach to telecommunications and are providing the infrastructure for future technologies that can help foster innovation and competition that results in choice for the residents of Niagara Falls. Kind Regards, Robert Lane CEO Signum Wireless Page 63 of 146 CD-2019-09 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: City Clerk SUBJECT: CD-2019-09 Civil Marriage Ceremonies RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council reconsider its decision of October 18, 2004 to not offer civil marriage services; and, 2. That the Clerk, or delegated staff, be authorized to perform civil marriage ceremonies. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2004, the Marriage Act was amended to allow municipal clerks to perform civil marriages. Since that time, many municipalities have implemented these services as a way to provide a low cost, simple alternative to traditional costly wedding ceremonies. Currently, there are several other municipalities within the Niagara Region who are now offering this service at fees ranging from $200 to $300; St. Catharines, Welland, Fort Erie, Grimsby, Thorold and Pelham. Based on demand and a structure that requires minimal staff resources, it is felt that the City should now reconsider this revenue generating customer service improvement. BACKGROUND The Regulation authorizing municipal clerks to perform civil marriages, Ontario Regulation 285/04 to the Marriage Act was announced on September 24, 2004, creating for the first time in Ontario a class of persons authorized to perform civil marriage ceremonies other than Justices of the Peace and Judges. As a result Council considered report CD-2004-21, Municipal Clerks Performing Civil Marriage Ceremonies. In the report, staff recommended that civil marriages not be offered at that time due to an unwillingness of Niagara Area Clerks wishing to add to their workload, service s currently offered by others in the community and no suitable location available in City Hall to hold a ceremony. Page 64 of 146 2 CD-2019-09 September 10, 2019 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE It is staff’s opinion that circumstances have changed such that this service should be reconsidered at this time. The demand for the service has increased and other Niagara Clerks have taken on the service of offering ceremonies. Although there is an established industry in the City of persons offering this service, the demand has shifted to expressed interest in having ceremonies performed at City Hall. Clerk’s staff are referring the public on an almost daily basis to other service providers or neighbouring municipalities. This practice can continue should City staff not be able to accommodate the volume of requests it may receive and will also likely continue for those looking for this service outside of normal business hours. It is also felt that due to the availability of Council Chambers and space within the Civic Square in front of City Hall, that the previous concern over space is not an issue. Staff is recommending implementation of this service as an opportunity to increase customer service and generate revenue. Under the Municipal Act, the Clerk may delegate his or her authority to anyone other than a member of Council. If Council approves the recommendations in this report, an appointment by-law will come back to council to officially authorize the civil marriage solemnization service and the establishment of related fees. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS/BUDGET IMPACT Above and beyond the cost of a Marriage Licence, a service we currently do provide, the cost of a Marriage Ceremony would be considered additional revenue for the City. The amount of revenue received will be dependent upon the volume of requests for this service. Recommended by: Bill Matson, City Clerk Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 65 of 146 MW-2019-21 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2019-21 Rapids View Drive & Bukator Drive Project Update RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council receive this report for information 2. That additional funds of $128,000 be allocated to MS 34 Rapids View Drive and Bukator Drive sewer separation project from Capital Special Purpose Reserves. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Rapids View Drive and Bukator Drive Project was initiated in response to basement flooding and maintenance concerns. The City retained Associated Engineering Consultants (AE) to review the existing conditions and recommend new storm and sanitary sewer alignments (i.e., Phase 1). AE’s initial feasibility report outlined a preferred alignment for a new sanitary sewer extending from Rapids View Drive across an existing easement to Mechanic Street, eliminating the section of sewer across private property. The preferred storm alignment extends from Rapids View Drive and connects to the existing 900mm sewer on the Niagara River Parkway. As part of Phase 1, the following investigative tasks were completed:  Review of Background Information;  Topographic Survey and Resident Basement Questionnaire;  Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Investigations;  Flow Monitoring;  Geotechnical Investigation;  Hydrogeological Investigation; and  Field Locates. After completion of investigative tasks preliminary storm and sanitary alignments were provided to the Niagara Region and Niagara Parks Commission for review and comment. However, to progress the project to construction, additional Phase 2 tasks Page 66 of 146 2 MW-2019-21 September 10, 2019 such as detailed design, production of tender drawings and specifications, etc., must be completed. Phase 2 fees are estimated at $68,000. The preferred alignment for the sanitary sewer requires a future replacement of the existing sewer along Macklem Street from Mechanic Street to 7857 Niagara River Parkway. To ensure proper coordination with the Niagara Region and the Niagara Parks Commission regarding future projects in the area, commencement of Phase 3 tasks; design and tender services for the sanitary sewer along Macklem Street, are recommended. Phase 3 fees are estimated at $60,800. Additional funding for this project can be allocated from the Capital Special Purpose Reserves. Proceeding with the reallocation of $128,000 towards this project will allow for construction of the work starting in 2020 subject to budget and Council approval. BACKGROUND The Bukator Drive and Rapids View Drive Project was initiated in response to the following issues:  Frequent calls from residents who have experienced basement flooding. Past flooding has been attributed to the shallow depth of the sewer which does not allow for connection of the laterals at the mainline pipe’s spring line, as well as the existence of a combined sewer system.  Due to the shallow sewer depth, as well as the insufficient pipe slope, the sewer requires more frequent maintenance activities such as flushing; however, access to the full sewer is restricted due to partial alignment across private property.  Unknown flow quantities due to the existence of pumped flows from the Niagara Parks Commission, as well as unknown stormwater flow contributions. The City retained Associated Engineering Consultants (AE) to complete Phase 1 tasks for the Bukator Drive and Rapids View Drive Project. Phase 1 tasks included a review the existing conditions and alignment recommendations for both a new storm and sanitary sewer, collection and analysis of site specific information to confirm viability of preferred alignments and preliminary design of the final preferred alignments. The feasibility report outlined a preferred alignment for a new sanitary sewer which would eliminate the section through private property. The preferred sanitary alignment would extend from Rapids View Drive and across an existing easement to Mechanic Street, including the replacement of the sewer on Mechanic St. In addition to this, the preferred storm alignment would extend from Rapids View Drive, along Bukator Drive, connecting to the existing Niagara Parks Commission 900mm storm sewer located on Page 67 of 146 3 MW-2019-21 September 10, 2019 the Niagara River Parkway. A plan outlining the preliminary alignments is enclosed as Attachment 1. Although the preferred alternatives were classified as Schedule ‘A+’ tasks, consideration was given to the possibility that the preferred alternatives may not be viable and alternate options for both storm and sanitary were identified. Should the preferred sanitary alternative include a pumped solution, or should the preferred storm alternative include a new storm outlet, the project will be elevated from a Schedule A+ to a Schedule B or C Environmental Assessment, requiring additional reporting and public consultation. To avoid possible future project delays, AE was asked to carefully document the review and evaluation process as part of the Phase 1 tasks. The initial feasibility study was completed at a high level and, in order to progress the new sanitary and storm sewers systems from conceptual, theoretical alignments to constructible preliminary designs, the need for additional site specific information and analysis of the existing systems was identified and the following tasks were completed:  Review of Background Information – All available City of Niagara Falls, Niagara Parks Commission and Niagara Region engineering drawings were reviewed.  Topographic Survey and Resident Basement Questionnaire – A topographical survey was completed for the entire area, including all located storm outlets along the river. As part of the survey work, City of Niagara Falls staff conducted resident survey. Residents were contacted via letter and encouraged to schedule an appointment with surveyors. The survey and questionnaire was designed to assist the Consultants when recommending a depth for the new sewer system.  Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Investigations – CCTV was requested and provided for all sanitary and storm sewers in the area, with the exception of some storm sewers which could not be accessed due to their proximity to the river. Several areas of the existing combined system have been identified as having a poor or worse condition rating.  Flow Monitoring – Three (3) flow monitors were installed in strategic locations from August to December, 2018, to quantify and classify flow contributions from the Niagara Parks Commission, as well as storm events. The data was collected and analysed for use in the design.  Geotechnical Investigation – A geotechnical investigation was initiated in October, 2018, and provided information on soil classification and quality, water table elevations, soil disposal alternatives, trench support, etc.  Hydrogeological Investigation – A hydrogeological investigation was initiated in March, 2019, after high water table values were recorded during the geotechnical investigation. Monitoring wells were sampled to provide an estimate of construction dewatering flow rates. Final recommendations included modified construction procedures in lieu of water taking permits. Page 68 of 146 4 MW-2019-21 September 10, 2019  Field Locates – Test pitting was completed on two separate occasions in May and June, 2019, to confirm the exact location and depth of Regional transmission mains along Mechanic Street. Regional transmission depths verified during field locates confirmed that the preferred alternative for the sanitary system (Mechanic Street) is feasible. The Consultant provided the Niagara Region and the Niagara Parks Commission with a preliminary alignment and is further revising the preliminary sanitary alignment to reflect comments received. The revised alignment, reflecting collective comments, will be provided to both the Niagara Region and the Niagara Parks Commission for final review. The preferred storm sewer alternative (connection to the 900mm sewer) is also feasible and a preliminary alignment was provided for Niagara Region and Niagara Parks Commission review along with the sanitary alignment. The Consultant is currently completing the preliminary design of the storm sewer. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Preliminary designs for both new sanitary and storm sewer systems will be complete at the end of the Phase 1 tasks. To progress the project to construction the following additional Phase 2 tasks must be completed:  Detailed design of the proposed storm and sanitary sewer systems; including production of all tender drawings, specifications, and quantities, as well as procurement of the required environmental compliance approval.  Inclusion of the detailed design of a new watermain and road along Rapids View Drive and Bukator Drive; including production of all tender drawings, specifications, and quantities.  Easement transfer with the Niagara Region and all associated tasks including a new legal survey. An existing easement exists; however, it is not sufficient to encompass the new sanitary sewer, as well as the existing watermain.  Coordinate with the Niagara Region to ensure proper support and clearances when crossing Regional transmission watermains.  Coordinate with the Niagara Parks Commission and Ontario Power Generation to ensure appropriate consideration to all connections, including the proposed forcemain extension on Bukator Drive. The preferred alignment for the sanitary sewer maintains the sewer connection for 3599 Macklem Street (Drinking Water Treatment Plant) and 7857 Niagara River Parkway (former Inn on the Parkway Motel) from the Niagara River Parkway. A future replacement of this sanitary sewer, including an extension to 7857 Niagara River Page 69 of 146 5 MW-2019-21 September 10, 2019 Parkway within the road allowance, will be required to maintain service to both properties. To accommodate future development of the 7857 Niagara River Parkway property and to maintain proper coordination with the Niagara Region regarding the future drinking water intake project, as well as coordination with the Niagara Parks Commission regarding future road improvements extending along the Niagara Parkway and Macklem Street, the following Phase 3 tasks are recommended:  Design of a new sanitary sewer system; including production of all tender drawings, specifications, and quantities, as well as procurement of the required environmental compliance approval.  Provisional inclusion of full road reconstruction along the City’s road allowance. Please note that this is provisional due to timing. It may be more efficient to complete this work as part of a later project.  Completion of necessary predesign activities including topographic survey, CCTV inspection, geotechnical/hydrogeological investigations, field locates, etc. A location plan outlining the project areas, Phases 1 to 3, is illustrated in Attachment 2. Subject to Council approval of funding and provincial approvals, completion of the remaining design phases is expected to be complete by mid-to-late 2020 upon which time the project will be ready for construction. Budget allocation for construction will be included in the 2020 Capital Budget. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The total funding requested for all Phase 2 related expenses is as follows: Phase 2 Tasks Estimated Fees Engineering Design & Tendering $49,500 Supplemental Investigations $ 8,500 Land Transfer $10,000 Total Excluding HST $68,000 The total funding requested for all Phase 3 related expenses is as follows: Phase 3 Tasks Estimated Fees Engineering Design & Tendering $42,300 Predesign Investigations $18,500 Total Excluding HST $60,800 Page 70 of 146 6 MW-2019-21 September 10, 2019 Additional funding for this project can be allocated from the Capital Special Purpose Reserves. A new 2019 Capital Budget Sheet is enclosed as Attachment 3. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Implementation of this Capital Works project meets the intent of Council’s Strategic Priorities to establish infrastructure investment priorities, achieve infrastructure stability, and strengthen and promote economic development within the City. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Phase 1 Preliminary Alignments 2. Location Plan 3. 2019 Capital Budget Worksheet Recommended by: Erik Nickel, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 71 of 146 MW-2019-21 Attachment 1 Phase 1 Preliminary Alignments LEGEND Existing Sanitary Sewers Existing Storm Sewers Phase 1 Preliminary Sanitary Alignment Phase 1 Preliminary Storm Alignment Page 72 of 146 MW-2019-21 Attachment 2 Location Plan LEGEND Phase 1 & 2 Project Area Phase 1 & 2 Easement Phase 3 Project Area Page 73 of 146 Department MUNICIPAL WORKS Priority (1-3)1 Project Name Rapids View Dr & Bukator Dr Sewer Separation Included in 10 year y Capital Plan (y/n) Project I.D. # MS34 Project Description Sewer separation/replacement, watermain replacement and road improvements on Rapids View Drive and Bukator Drive, including sanitary sewer replacements on Mechanic Street and Macklem Street/Niagara River Parkway. Projected Start Date:Sep-19 YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Opening Balance-Jan 01 (surplus)/deficit - 3,510,900 3,510,900 3,510,900 EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees/Design/Studies 118,800 Land/Building/Furniture/ Equipment 10,000 Construction Roads 1,032,200 Storm Sewers 797,200 Water 347,800 Sanitary Sewers 1,053,700 Sitework/Landscaping Contingency Other 280,000 Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES 128,800 3,510,900 - - - FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserves Capital Holding Reserve Reserve Fund Transfer from Operating Development Charges Debentures Gas Tax Provincial/Federal Grants External Contributions Interest Earned Other TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES - - - - - Closing Balance-Dec 31 (surplus)/deficit 128,800 3,510,900 3,510,900 3,510,900 3,510,900 Capital Budget Worksheet 2019 Page 74 of 146 Department MUNICIPAL WORKS Priority (1-3)1 Project Name Rapids View Dr & Bukator Dr Sewer Separation Included in 10 year y Capital Plan (y/n) Project I.D. # MS34 Project Description Sewer separation/replacement, watermain replacement and road improvements on Rapids View Drive and Bukator Drive, including sanitary sewer replacements on Mechanic Street and Macklem Street/Niagara River Parkway. Projected Start Date:Sep-19 YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Opening Balance-Jan 01 (surplus)/deficit - - - - EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees/Design/Studies 118,800 Land/Building/Furniture/ Equipment 10,000 Construction Roads Storm Sewers Water Sanitary Sewers Sitework/Landscaping Contingency Other Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES 128,800 - - - - FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserves Capital Holding Reserve Reserve Fund Transfer from Operating Development Charges Debentures Gas Tax Provincial/Federal Grants External Contributions Interest Earned Other TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES - - - - - Closing Balance-Dec 31 (surplus)/deficit 128,800 - - - - Capital Budget Worksheet 2019 Page 75 of 146 PBD-2019-55 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2019-55 Matters Arising from Council Discussion of the MHBC Boarding House Study and Affordable Housing RECOMMENDATION That Council receive the report as direction to Staff. BACKGROUND Council considered the MHBC Boarding House Study on June 25, 2019. Following the presentation by the Consultants, Council adopted a number of motions. It is the purpose of this report to address the directions of Council. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Policies/Zoning Council motion: ‘that single room occupancy designation continue to go through a zoning by-law application and that Council look at revising the policies in place’. A review of the draft policies presented through the MHBC Boarding House Study to address Single Room Occupancy Units is underway. Once refined, the Consultants will meet with the affected business community and report back by the end of the year. The National Housing Strategy Council direction: ‘that the City contact the Niagara Region, Provincial Government and Federal Government regarding the announcement of the fifty five billion dollar fund for affordable housing’ and ‘that the City engage MP’s and staff come with a report to Council’. The National Housing Strategy is a 10 year, $55+ billion strategy using a mix of funding, grants and loans to create affordable, stable and livable communities. Targets have been set under the strategy to cut chronic homelessness by 50%, remove 530,000 families from housing need, renovating and modernizing 300,000 homes and building 125,000 new homes. Canada Housing and Mortgage Corporation (CHMC) is leading and will deliver the National Housing Strategy Initiatives. Several funding opportunities are available to Municipalities through the Strategy: a) low cost loans and capital contributions for new construction or housing repair, b) the Federal Page 76 of 146 2 PBD-2019-55 September 10, 2019 Lands Initiative, designed to identify and transfer surplus federal lands and buildings to eligible proponents, and c) an Affordable Housing Initiative, which funds unique ideas and innovative building techniques. A brief outline of all the Initiatives and their associated funding opportunities are included in Appendix 1. An Affordable Housing Study for Niagara Falls Council direction: ‘that the City advertise for any property owners interested in making application for affordable housing components’. That City is currently working together with the Region to develop Terms of Reference for an affordable housing development on Park Street. If the project is succ essful, the process can be applied to future projects, including those on privately owned lands or through public/private partnerships. It is suggested that an Affordable Housing Strategy Study be undertaken for Niagara Falls and that the study be identified as a Strategic Priority. The study would include input from the Region, Builders and Housing Agencies, as well as CHMC. The Study would, among other things:  establish a working definition of ‘affordable’ in the context of Niagara Falls;  identify the specific needs for the City in terms of target populations, housing types and ownership, geographical areas most in need and suitable to support affordable housing;  examine potential funding programs at the Federal, Provincial or local levels;  establish a process to identify suitable lands; and  identify avenues of Council support for affordable housing (such as the identification of surplus lands (Federal, Regional, Municipal) for affordable housing, the use of inclusionary zoning, policies directed towards the identification of affordable housing through plans of subdivision or multiples developments); and  fund opportunities for affordable housing Community Improvement Plans Council Direction: ‘that staff investigates the use of a community improvement plan (CIP) for affordable housing’. There are currently three Community Improvement Plans (CIPs) through which the City offers incentives for the creation of new residential units. Within the Downtown and Historic Drummondville CIPs, new units above commercial uses or as stand-alone buildings can qualify for a 0% interest loan. This program has been successfully used in the Downtown to support two housing projects and for mixed use residential (units over commercial) development. Although not specifically targeted towards a specific level of affordability, the incentives do provide the opportunity to create smaller units filling a housing need for the City. Page 77 of 146 3 PBD-2019-55 September 10, 2019 The Region is currently examining its CIP Programs and incentives. City Staff should work closely with the Region to develop programs that encourage affordable housing opportunities. Residential Tenancy Act Council direction: ‘that staff gather information from the Province to review the Landlord and Tenant Act’. The Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) came into effect on January 31, 2007. The intent of the Act was create a rental housing system that protects tenants, helps landlords and promotes investment in Ontario’s rental housing market. A Guide to the Residentia l Tenancies Act is attached as Appendix 2. The Guide outlines the responsibilities of both tenants and landlords with regards to unit rentals as well as a process for dealing with disputes. Landlords have encountered issues with sections of the Act that have made it difficult for them to manage the risk associated with renting their units and have, as a result, increasingly moved towards the short -term vacation rental market to avoid the pitfalls of dealing with bad tenants. This in t urn has had an impact on the availability of rental units in the City. The City recently passed a By-law to prohibit short term vacation rental units from residential zones in an effort to protect and return some of those units to the long term rental market. A similar restriction at the Provincial level could further assist in protecting rental stock. It is suggested that request be made to the Province to consider a review of the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, to better protect both tenants and landlords, and to take measures to regulate short term vacation rentals. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Appendix 1 – National Housing Strategy Overview  Appendix 2 – A Guide to the Residential Tenancies Act Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer F.Berardi:cr Attach. S:\PDR\2019\PBD-2019-55, Matters Arising from Council discussion of the MHBC Boarding House Study and Affordable Housing.docx Page 78 of 146 4 PBD-2019-55 September 10, 2019 APPENDIX 1 NATIONAL HOUSING STRATEGY OVERVIEW WHAT IS THE STRATEGY? A $55 + billion, 10 year plan that will bring together the public, private and non-profit sectors to re-engage in affordable housing. The Plan focuses on and prioritizes:  the social sector, including the community housing sector with non-profit and co- operative housing providers;  partnerships and collaboration between governments, non -profits, co-operatives, academics and the for-profit sector; and  housing that exceeds mandatory minimum requirements related to affordability, environmental efficiency, and accessibility. National Housing Targets:  cutting chronic homelessness by 50%  removing 530,000 families from housing need  renovating and modernizing 300,000 homes  building 125,000 new homes INITIATIVES: Create New Housing Supply Funding and financing opportunities to build new affordable housing in Canada  the City could take advantage of low cost loans for building new affordable housing shelters, transitional and supportive housing or the Federal Lands Initiative*. *The Federal Lands Initiative is a $200 million fund that supports the transfer of surplus federal lands and buildings to eligible proponents. Through this initiative, the Federal Government will identify its surplus properties and, after completing its due diligence and assessing the appropriateness of the lands for affordable housing, post the property for sale on its website. Applications are then accepted and a winning project is chosen. There are currently no lands listed for the Initiative within the Niagara Region.  other incentives available for unique ideas and innovative building techniques housing and the construction of sustainable rental apartment projects. Page 79 of 146 5 PBD-2019-55 September 10, 2019 Modernize Existing Housing Funding and financing opportunities to re-new and/or renovate the existing affordable housing stock  the City could take advantage of low cost loans for repairing/renewing affordable housing shelters, transitional and supportive housing or gain funding for unique ideas and innovative building techniques that revolutionize the affordable housing sector. Resources for Community Housing Providers Technical assistance, tools and funding opportunities to increase capacity and support the community housing sector  subsidies for federally administered housing providers, tools for community housing providers, and funding for local organizations helping tenants on housing options, financial literacy and management. Innovation & Research Promoting excellence, innovation and funding opportunities, in the housing research and data sector  awards for impactful housing research, scholarships for early-career researchers, research and planning fund for NGOs, a research network and solu tion labs. Page 80 of 146 Page 81 of 146 Page 82 of 146 Page 83 of 146 Page 84 of 146 Page 85 of 146 Page 86 of 146 Page 87 of 146 PBD-2019-57 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2019-57 Appeal of Notice to Repeal the Designating By-law for the Former Parks, Recreation & Culture Building 7565 Lundy’s Lane RECOMMENDATION For the direction of Council. BACKGROUND Former Parks, Recreation & Culture Building, 7565 Lundy’s Lane Further to the staff Report MW -2019-18, Proposed End Use for Former Parks, Recreation & Culture Building, wherein Council approved staff’s recommendation to repeal the Designating Heritage by-law from the above noted property, the public notification process under the Ontario Heritage Act has been followed. As a result two appeals have been received by the City Clerk within the 30 day appeal period. These appeals must now be forwarded to the Conservation Review Board. PROCESS Council now has the option to withdraw the Intention to Repeal or continue with the repeal process by directing staff to forward the appeals to the Conservation Review Board. Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer P.Boyle:pb S:\PDR\2019\PBD-2019-57, Former Parks Recreation & Culture Building Appeal Received to Notice of Repeal.docx Page 88 of 146 TS-2019-29 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2019-29 Additional Funding for the Replacement of two (2) Specialized Chair-A-Van Vehicles RECOMMENDATION 1. That the request for additional capital funding in the amount of $30,000 for the purchase of two (2) replacement specialized Chair-A-Van vehicles be pre- approved to be funded from capital special purpose reserves. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In 2017, two Ram Promaster vans were purchased to replace older, full-sized paratransit buses. These smaller vans addressed access concerns at various medical facilities, allowing better access at these facilities. With two (2) Chair-a-Van vehicles requiring replacement in 2019, it was determined that the Ram Promaster vans would replace larger older vans that have met their useful service life. Prior to purchasing the replacement vehicles, staff identified concerns with the limited wheel chair capacity on the additional Ram Promaster vans being added to the fleet. In their place, a slightly larger vehicle was identified that would still give the ability to access tighter driveways and lower overhangs, while allowing more capacity for wheelchairs. This midsize (7 metre) cutaway paratransit bus is available from the vendor awarded the Metrolinx TPI contract for paratransit buses. The cost per replacement vehicle is slightly higher than the original amount budgeted for ($$115,000 per vehicle versus budgeted amount of $100,000 per vehicle ), therefore, additional funding of $30,000 from capital special purpose reserves is requested to purchase the larger vehicle option. BACKGROUND In 2017, two (2) Ram Promaster vans with rear mounted wheel chair lifts were purchased to replace older full-sized (8 metre) paratransit buses. Smaller vans were purchased in an effort to enable Chair-A-Van to have vehicles with the ability to access tighter driveways and lower over hangs at medical buildings. During the 2019 capital budget preparation process, two (2) more Ram Promaster vans with rear mounted wheel chair lifts were identified to replace older full-sized paratransit Page 89 of 146 2 TS-2019-29 September 10, 2019 buses. After the 2019 capital budget was approved by the Council and the purchasing process began, the issue was raised that the Ram Promaster vans had proven to be easier to operate for ambulatory passengers, but have limited wheel chair capacity. In order to provide more wheelchair capacity, It was determined that a midsize (7 metre) cutaway paratransit bus be purchased through the Metrolinx TPI contract (RFP-2018- TPI-068) for paratransit buses. The purchase of two of these bus would still give the ability to access tighter driveways and lower over hangs a t medical buildings, and allow for more capacity for wheelchairs. However the purchase price for the midsize buses is an additional $30,000 over the $200,000 amount approved in the 2019 Capital Budget. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE After analysis, regarding the 2019 purchase of two Chair-a-Van replacement vehicles, it has been determined that due to increased wheelchair capacity needs that the original proposed purchase of two Ram Promaster vans would not be suitable to meet the ongoing service needs. Therefore, a vehicle with more wheelchair capacity would better accommodate Chair-A-Van passengers. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS This request of an additional $30,000 in funding can be accommodated through capital special purpose reserves. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Committed to employing a safe, accessible, convenient, integrated and fiscally responsible transportation system that provides realistic travel options to the auto, thereby, creating a City that is truly accessible to locals and visit ors. LIST OF ATTACHMENT Recommended by: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 90 of 146 F-2019-34 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Finance SUBJECT: F-2019-34 Monthly Tax Receivables Report – July 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 July 31, 2019 were $15.5 million compared to $15.4 million in 2018. During July, tax receivables as a percentage of taxes billed decreased from 29.7% in 2018 to 29.5% in 2019. The City’s finance staff has begun the collection process for properties that are subject to registration for 2019. There are currently five 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. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Tax collection for 2019 lags slightly behind the collection history for 2018 for the month of July. Table 1 shows that taxes outstanding at July 31, 2019 are $15.5 million. This represents an increase from $15.4 million in arrears for the same period in 2018. This table also breaks down the taxes outstanding by year. 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 the residential and commercial property class. The chart shows the taxes owing from the residential property class has increased slightly from a year ago where as the commercial property class has decreased slightly. Finance staff takes specific collection actions for properties that are subject to registration. At January 1, 2019, 293 properties were subject to registration. Table 3 summarizes the progress of these actions after seven months of activity. This table shows 87.7% of the tax accounts or 257 properties have been paid in full or the owners have made suitable payment arrangements. During July, four accounts were paid in full. In addition, the number of accounts with suitable payment arrangements including paid in full increased from 82.9% (June) to 87.7% (July). Page 91 of 146 2 F-2019-34 September 10, 2019 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 July, two registered properties were redeemed. The outstanding taxes for registered properties represents 0.2% of the total taxes to be collected. 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 July 31, 2019 is 29.5%, which is slight decrease from 2018’s value of 29.7%. 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 July 31, 2019 Table 2 Taxes Receivable by Property Class at July 31, 2019 Table 3 Number of Properties Subject to Registration Table 4 Scheduled Tax Sales Dates for Registered Properties Recommended by: Tiffany Clark, Director of Finance Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer A. Ferguson Page 92 of 146 TABLE 1 Taxes Receivable at July 31, 2019 2019 2018 Outstanding Taxes @ June 30, 2019 20,539,125$ 20,182,577$ Penalty Charged in July 161,305$ 160,851$ Taxes Collected during July 5,231,558$ 4,926,660$ Outstanding Taxes @ July 31, 2019 15,468,872$ 15,416,768$ Taxes Billed and Due September 30, 2019 28,553,392$ 27,321,776$ Total Taxes to be Collected 44,022,264$ 42,738,544$ Outstanding Taxes by Year: 3 Years and Prior 932,747$ 878,765$ 2 Year 1,753,629$ 1,566,937$ 1 Year 4,716,163$ 4,904,412$ Current 36,619,725$ 35,388,430$ Total 44,022,264$ 42,738,544$ TABLE 2 Taxes Receivable by Property Class at July 31, 2019 2019 % of Class 2018 % of Class Taxes Owing Taxes Owing Residential 39,410,234$ 89.52%37,099,455$ 86.81% Multi-Residential 68,688$ 0.16%119,579$ 0.28% Commercial 4,069,950$ 9.25%4,904,837$ 11.48% Industrial 356,503$ 0.81%519,496$ 1.22% Farmlands 116,888$ 0.27%95,177$ 0.22% Total Receivables 44,022,264$ 100.00%42,738,544$ 100.00% Page 93 of 146 TABLE 3 Number of Properties Subject to % Registration as at July 31, 2019 Initial Amount (January 1, 2019)293 Paid in Full 80 27.3% Payment Arrangements 177 60.4% Ongoing Collection 36 12.3% Action Registered 0 0.0% 293 100.0% TABLE 4 November 2019 2 51,777$ May 2020 3 47,826$ Totals 5 99,604$ Scheduled Tax Sales Dates for Registered Properties Number of Properties Taxes Outstanding Amount Page 94 of 146 MW-2019-22 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of the Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2019-22 Kalar Road Sports Park – Parking Lot Reconstruction City Contract 2019-403-16 RECOMMENDATION 1. That the contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Brennan Paving & Construction Limited in the amount of $676,375. 2. That council authorize the Treasurer to enter into cost-sharing agreements with the Niagara Catholic District School Board and District School Board of Niagara. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Kalar Road Sports Park – Parking Lot Reconstruction Project aims to provide safe and modern parking facilities for the users of the Kalar Road Sports Park including Kate S. Durdan & Loretto Catholic Elementary Schools, the Niagara United Soccer Club and the general public by reconstructing the two existing main parking lots. In general, the existing parking lots currently consist of gravel-surfaces, do not provide stormwater drainage and require frequent maintenance efforts. The south parking lot is currently being utilized by the two above mentioned elementary schools as a pick-up and drop-off location for students. The school boards governing the two schools: Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) and District School Board of Niagara (DSBN) have agreed to contribute 1/3rd of the costs of construction for the south lot up to a maximum of $143,333 each. Construction of the south parking lot is proposed to commence this fall, and be must be substantially completed by the end of 2019, and the north lot is to be completed by the end of May, 2020. The purpose of this report is to seek council’s approval to award the tender to the lowest bidder, Brennan Paving & Construction Limited in the amount of $676,375 and authorize the Treasurer to enter into cost-sharing agreements with the NCDSB and DSBN. Page 95 of 146 2 MW-2019-22 September 10, 2019 BACKGROUND Kalar Road Sports Park is located at 6775 Kalar Road. It is a large City-owned park that offers a shelter/pavilion, soccer pitches and other amenities. Parking is provided on-site via two large rectangular parking lots accessible from, and separated by, an asphalt driveway that connects to Kalar Road. The north parking lot is primarily used by the Niagara United Soccer Club that operates from a clubhouse building fronting onto this parking lot. The south parking lot, located adjacent to the joint-elementary schools Kate S. Durdan & Loretto Catholic is also used by the soccer association and its members, but during school season also functions as a pick-up and drop-off facility for the schools. Traffic volumes in the south parking lot during peak pick-up and drop-off times are significant. The constant turning movements, stopping and acceleration of vehicles deteriorates the conditions of the gravel surface quickly, resulting in the requirement for regular and on-going maintenance efforts by City staff. Due to the lack of a finished, graded surface or storm sewer system, the surface of the parking lots quickly becomes muddy and messy during rainfall events. During winter months, ponding water freezes and creates slippery, hazardous conditions. Over the past few years, both schools have voiced concerns regarding the conditions of these parking facilities and have conveyed messages to City staff from concerned parents that use the facilities to get their children to and from school. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE In order to provide a safe and accessible parking area for Kate S. Durdan & Loretto Catholic Elementary Schools, the Niagara United Soccer Club and the general public, City staff have engaged the services of Wood PLC to review the current conditions of the parking lots and provide a detailed engineering design for their reconstruction. The proposed design includes the removal of the existing granular materials, new concrete curbs, bio-swale stormwater management systems, new pathways, a signed pick-up and drop-off route in the south lot and asphalt paving. Plans for the proposed reconstruction have been circulated to the Niagara United Soccer Club, NCDSB, DSBN and the City’s Transportation Department for review and comment in order to ensure the new design would meet the requirements of all parties for years to come. Comments and feedback received were incorporated into the design wherever possible and feasible. Since the south parking lot is heavily used by traffic associated with the two elementary schools, the respective school boards (NCDSB & DSBN) have agreed to each contribute up to 1/3rd of the capital construction costs for the south lot up to a maximum of $143,333. Page 96 of 146 3 MW-2019-22 September 10, 2019 This results in a total upset limit of external funding of $286,666. Upon the completion of the project, the actual costs associated with the south parking lot will be divided into three parts and each school board will be invoiced for their share up to the agreed-upon maximum amount. Senior officials of each school board have confirmed their commitment for their share of the funding as outlined above. Under this cost-sharing agreement, the City would be responsible for 1/3 rd of the costs of the south parking lot, and any potential overages beyond the construction estimate and 100% of the costs for the north lot. It is anticipated that the implementation of this project will enhance the safety, accessibility and functionality of the parking lots and also reduce on-going maintenance costs. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Funding for this project was approved in the 2019 Capital Budget – OLG Amendment in the amount of $860,000. There is sufficient funding available to complete this project. Cost sharing agreement and invoicing upon completion of the project will require the assistance of the legal and finance departments, respectively. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Implementation of this project meets the intent of Council’s Strategic Priorities by ensuring that investments in infrastructure maximize benefits, reduce risk and provide satisfactory levels of service to the public. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Location Map 2. Capital Budget Worksheet Recommended by: Erik Nickel, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Eric Lallouet Page 97 of 146 6775 Kalar Road NORTH LOT SOUTH LOT ATTACHMENT NO.1 - LOCATION MAPPage 98 of 146 Department CEMETERIES & PARKS Priority (1-3)1 Project Name Kalar Road Sports Park Reconstruction Included in 10 year y Capital Plan (y/n) Project I.D. # P 48 Project Description Reconstruction of the two existing parking lots at the Kalar Road Sports Park including stormwater management. Projected Start Date:Q3/Q4 2019 YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Opening Balance-Jan 01 (surplus)/deficit - - - - EXPENDITURES Engineering Fees/Design/Studies 90,000 Land/Building/Furniture/ Equipment Construction Roads 685,000 Storm Sewers 85,000 Water Sanitary Sewers Sitework/Landscaping Contingency Other Interest Expense TOTAL EXPENDITURES 860,000 - - - - FUNDING SOURCES Special Purpose Reserves Capital Holding Reserve 430,000 Reserve Fund Transfer from Operating Development Charges Debentures Gas Tax Provincial/Federal Grants External Contributions 430,000 Interest Earned Other TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES 860,000 - - - - Closing Balance-Dec 31 (surplus)/deficit - - - - - Capital Budget Worksheet 2019 Page 99 of 146 MW-2019-24 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Municipal Works SUBJECT: MW-2019-24 2019 Vehicle and Equipment Procurement Update RECOMMENDATION That Council receive for information Report MW-2019-24 regarding an update on 2019 Vehicle and Equipment Procurement. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On March 19, 2019 Niagara Falls City Council approved the 2019 capital budget, including a total of $3,052,000 for replacement of 37 vehicles and pieces of heavy equipment. As of the date of preparation of this report 83% of these items have been tendered, totalling approximately $2,347,000 based on actual tender prices (excluding taxes). BACKGROUND In 2014, the City’s Asset Management Plan (AMP) prepared by Public Sector Digest evaluated the current funding for all general assets against the sustainable funding level and respectively graded Vehicles and Machinery, Equipment and Furniture categories both with an “Infrastructure Report Card Grade” of D. Although not specifically calculated in the AMP, the recommended 2014 target annual funding for replacement of vehicles and heavy equipment is estimated to be $4.25 million annually, not including transit vehicles. In 2019 dollars, this amount is now estimated to be closer to $4.7 million. By comparison, the City’s average annual funding has been approximately $1.2 million annually between 2014 and 2018. Due to limited funding, and generally as a good practice, prioritization for the replacement of individual vehicles and equipment is constantly under review by Municipal Works Staff in accordance with changing operational needs, vehicle and equipment condition, repurposing and redeployment of vehicles, optional equipment and market value for replacements. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE In recognition of the funding gap applicable to vehicle and equipment, the allocation was increased to $3,052,000 for fleet vehicles and equipment as part of the 2019 Capital Budget process. This total represents replacement cost estimates available at the time Page 100 of 146 2 MW-2019-24 September 10, 2019 of budget preparation in late summer 2018 based on a summary of prioritized vehicle and equipment needs. As of the date of preparation of this report, approximately 83% of vehicles and equipment have successfully been tendered, representing over $2,347,000 based on actual tender prices (excluding taxes). Details relating to the specific vehicles and equipment are included in Attachment 1. In light of both market conditions and operational needs, small adjustments to the procurement schedule have been implemented. It remains Staff’s objective to seek best value to the City in both the procurement of new and replacement vehicles and occasionally this may include the prolongation of their useful life or repurposing elsewhere when it is operationally and financially appropriate to do so. Being respectful of the budgetary limitations, Staff have also prioritized the procurement schedule to proceed swiftly with replacement of units most critical to the operations, and leaving less critical units until later in the year (or even at all) in the event that the budget limit is reached. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS Capital budget in the amount of $3,052,000 has been committed through the 2019 Capital Budget process. As of the date of this report, an estimate total of $2,347,000 in vehicle and equipment has been tendered, broken down by approximately $1,647,000 of authorized purchases and another $700,000 of recently closed tenders under review (all amounts exclude taxes). CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The recommendations contained within this report are in keeping City Council's Strategic Priorities of efficient and effective delivery of municipal services and use of resources. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Chart: 2019 Fleet Capital Progress Recommended by: Erik Nickel, Director of Municipal Works Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 101 of 146 2019 FLEET CAPITAL PROGRESS N/R Qty Unit Description Notes Date Tenders Received Budget Estimate Tender Price (Before Taxes)Variance Other Funding Replace 2 315 & 306 4x4 Pickups Street Supervisor replacement vehicles.4/16/2019 54,000.00$ 62,600.00$ (8,600.00)$ Replace 4 NEW Gator Machines Two Heavy Duty models #229,263,260,267 2 gators removed from this list since they were duplicated in the small equipment/tools budget. (procured separately) Gator specs changed to more heavy duty UTV diesel units due to operational requirements and durability. 5/7/2019 70,000.00$ 24,059.15$ 45,940.85$ Add New 1 NEW Gator for Fireman's Park 5/7/2019 11,000.00$ 10,041.00$ 959.00$ DC Replace 3 N/A Ride On Mowers 5/9/2019 54,000.00$ 53,700.00$ 300.00$ Add New 3 NEW Ride On Mowers 5/9/2019 54,000.00$ 49,950.09$ 4,049.91$ DC Replace 1 Billy Goat Leaf Vacuum Machine Tow-behind used for tidying up parks. Replaces old equipment. 5/21/2019 12,000.00$ 11,750.00$ 250.00$ Add New 1 NEW Haul-all Type Truck Previously shared 1 truck between cemeteries and parks. Existing truck to stay with cemeteries, new truck for parks. 5/23/2019 140,000.00$ 146,403.62$ (6,403.62)$ DC Replace 1 #131 Tandem Plow Sander Truck End of useful life. Higher than estimate due to tarriffs and US exchange 5/30/2019 239,000.00$ 281,917.12$ (42,917.12)$ Replace 1 #130 Single Axle Plow sander Truck End of useful life. Higher than estimate due to tarriffs and US exchange 5/30/2019 210,000.00$ 243,159.47$ (33,159.47)$ Replace 1 #80 Single axle Plow Sander Truck End of useful life. Higher than estimate due to tarriffs and US exchange 5/30/2019 210,000.00$ 243,159.47$ (33,159.47)$ Replace 1 SUV Assistant Fire Chief vehicle End of useful life 6/25/2019 47,000.00$ 43,050.00$ 3,950.00$ Replace 1 #124 One Ton Dump End of useful life 7/6/2019 52,000.00$ 55,000.00$ (3,000.00)$ Replace 1 #153 HD One Ton Dump End of useful life 7/6/2019 52,000.00$ 55,000.00$ (3,000.00)$ Replace 1 #282 4x4 Tractor with Loader Replacement of parks tractor at end of useful life.7/16/2019 75,000.00$ 73,450.00$ 1,550.00$ Replace 1 #112 Forestry Chipper Crane Truck End of useful life. Very competitive pricing 7/18/2019 285,000.00$ 215,990.00$ 69,010.00$ Replace 1 #187 Utility Truck 8/13/2019 75,000.00$ 39,100.00$ 35,900.00$ Replace 1 #113 (#157) HD Pickup truck with Cap 8/13/2019 45,000.00$ 39,100.00$ 5,900.00$ Replace 1 #214 Loader End of useful life 8/15/2019 265,000.00$ Under review Replace 1 #211 Back-Hoe / Wheel Excavator HD Backhoe at the end of its life. Replacing with wheel excavator to improve operational efficiency. 8/15/2019 230,000.00$ Under review Replace 1 #208 Back-Hoe End of useful life 8/15/2019 140,000.00$ Under review Replace 1 #60 One Ton / Crane Truck End of useful life 8/20/2019 65,000.00$ Under review Replace 1 #295 Sidewalk Snow Plow 160,000.00$ Replace 1 #299 Sidewalk Snow Plow 160,000.00$ Replace 1 #292 Walk behind Rough Cut Mower Change to Front Mount Attachment to tractor, instead of walk-behind. Will provide more efficienct and safer operations. Tender to be issued shortly. 6,000.00$ Replace 1 #280 4x4 Tractor with 12 foot cutter Reviewing specs for cutter options and operational needs. Tender to be issued shortly. 70,000.00$ 0.781455 2 NEW Muli-Purpose Tractors / Cemetery Required due to growth. Reviewing specs with cemeteries for future tendering. 90,000.00$ DC 2,533,160.00$ Replace 1 #65 Sign Utility Truck On hold until year-end review of budget vs. actual 86,000.00$ Replace 1 #472 &464 Sidewalk Sweeper Reducing inventory from 2 to 1. Second unit was back-up only, and never used. On hold until year- end review of budget vs. actual 95,000.00$ 37 Total Units (Revised to 35)Subtotal 3,052,000.00$ 1,647,429.92$ 37,570.08$ 83% 29 Tendered to Date HST cost 1.76% 28,994.77$ Total (with HST share)3,052,000.00$ 1,676,424.69$ 8,575.31$ Replacement mowers and new mowers to support parks and roads mowing. Add'l parklands require additional equipment End of useful life. Replace with smaller units for better operational flexibility. Tender to be issued shortly. Parks vehicles. #113 ok to stay in service for remainder of year. Change to Unit #157 which has already been pulled off the road due to safety/maintenance concerns. Proceeding with 2 new 4x4's with utility caps and plows to also peform winter maintenance at transit stops and crosswalks (new initiative). as of August 28, 2019 Variance to be used to purchase utility caps Page 1 of 1Page 102 of 146 PBD-2019-56 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Planning, Building & Development SUBJECT: PBD-2019-56 Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee Proposed Alteration to Battle Ground Hotel Museum 6137 Lundy’s Lane RECOMMENDATION That Council approve the proposed alteration of the cedar shingle roof with new cedar shingles on the T shaped roofs and small rear porch roof as it will not alter the reasons for designation. BACKGROUND Battle Ground Hotel Museum c. 1836 A request to alter the existing cedar roof by replacing the cedar shingles is being made by the City’s facilities Project Manager and Suzanne Moase, Museum Curator. The existing cedar shingles were installed during the time of restoration in 2000 so are 18 years old and in need of replacement. The property and several others around it were donated to the City by Ruth Redmond in 1996 and an Easement Agreement was then entered into between the City and the Ontario Heritage Trust ensuring the land and building’s preservation. Restoration of the building began in 1996 leading to its designation in 1999 by By-law No. 99-109 and subsequently updated By-law No. 2014-97. In 1836, Adam Fralick purchased the land for the purpose of constructing a tavern. The tavern’s location on the Historic Lundy’s Lane Battlefield and the nearby observation tower demonstrated the City’s earliest form of tourism as tourists came to view the Battlefield. The tavern offering lodging, food and drink began as a simple storey and a half dwelling and was expanded to accommodate a growing number of tourists . Originally the building was a “T” shaped structure, the T shape voids were later filled in by two single storey structures with lean-to roofs behind the east and west wings. The T shaped roofs are clad in cedar shingles. The lean-to structures behind the east and west wings have metal roofing to avoid weather complications associated with their shallow pitch. Page 103 of 146 2 PBD-2019-56 September 10, 2019 ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The City Facilities Manager in coordination with the Manager of Museums and Curator requested specifications for the project from Mark Shoalts, of Shoa lts Engineering. The specifications as outlined by Mark Shoalts were reviewed and are supported by the Municipal Heritage Committee. The Municipal Heritage Committee met on August 28, 2019 and made the following motion: “That the Committee supports the restoration of the cedar shingles on the front section and higher central roof and small rear porch roof as it will assist in the continued preservation of the building and will not alter the reasons for designation of the property.” FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The cost of the project has been included in the Recreation and Culture capital budget. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS  Schedule 1 – Photo of Battle Ground Hotel Museum  Schedule 2 – Specifications of Project, Mark Shoalts Recommended by: Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building & Development Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer P.Boyle:gd Attach. S:\PDR\2019\PBD-2019-56, Matters Arising from MHC, Battle Grnd Hotel Museum Roof.docx Page 104 of 146 3 PBD-2019-56 September 10, 2019 SCHEDULE 1 Page 105 of 146 R&C-2019-20 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Recreation & Culture SUBJECT: R&C-2019-20 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductions RECOMMENDATION 1. That Council approve the following 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductees: Karen Fraser Joan Howitson McMahon Brothers, Kevin & Michael Christina LaRose EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Arts & Culture Committee oversees the selection of Inductees for the Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Wall of Fame. Induction into the Wall of Fame is a special acknowledgement recognizing the contributions and achievements of citizens, past and present that reflect the best of Niagara Falls. This year’s Induction Ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2019, at the Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue. BACKGROUND On August 16, 2019, the Arts & Culture Committee reviewed the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame nomination forms and selected nominees for induction into the 201 9 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame. The objectives of the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame are: 1. To serve as a visual memory of artistic and cultural contributions in the City of Niagara Falls; 2. To ensure that both past and present residents receive due recognition for their artistic and cultural contributions. Page 106 of 146 2 R&C-2019-20 September 10, 2019 Inductees must illustrate the following to be inducted into the Wall of Fame: a) Outstanding achievement in their artistic or cultural field; b) A measurable impact on the Niagara Falls community must be illustrated municipally, provincially, nationally, or internationally; c) A person must have resided in Niagara Falls and/or have Niagara Falls as the main venue for their art for an extensive period of time; d) Community Sponsors must have a minimum of five (5) ye ars of significant contribution. Nominees who have met the minimum criteria; and have been recognized by their peers with a prestigious award such as a Juno, where such an award exists; or have been recognized for their art through national or international acclaim will be eligible for automatic induction. The Wall of Fame was previously housed at Niagara Square. It is currently being housed at the Niagara Falls Public Library on Victoria Avenue with plans to incorporate it into the Cultural Hub facility once completed. The Wall of Fame has done an excellent job at highlighting the achievements of many residents. It highlights those who have achieved fame on a glo bal scale, as well as those who have contributed out of the spotlight, but are essential to the ongoing cultural community of Niagara Falls. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE The purpose of the Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Committee is to foster, develop, and unite artistic and cultural activities in the community. Through the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame, the Committee is able to recognize individuals, groups, community builders, community sponsors, and works of art that have contributed to enriching the lives of Niagara Falls residents, our communities, environment, and economy. The Arts & Culture Wall of Fame continues to raise awareness and the profile of culture’s contribution to our daily lives and will hopefully inspire future artists, com munity builders, and community sponsors. The City of Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Committee is pleased to acknowledge the contributions of individuals and groups that have contributed to the culture of Niagara Falls. The nominees that were selected to be inducted meet all of the requirements for induction. The Rationale for the changes to the policy include the desire to permit attention at the award ceremony and on the wall for the most worthy of candidates and ensure that those that do contribute greatly to our community are properly highlighted and given the attention that they deserve. Page 107 of 146 3 R&C-2019-20 September 10, 2019 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS City Staff will coordinate the Induction Ceremony and have budgeted $3,600.00 from the Arts & Culture Committee budget for framing of bios and photos , keeper plaques for inductees and the ceremony. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT The City’s Recreation & Culture Department has a commitment to provide optimum leisure service delivery in the City of Niagara Falls which enhances the quality of life, health and well-being of our people, our communities, our environment and our economy. LIST OF ATTACHMENTS 1. Background Information on 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductees Recommended by: Kathy Moldenhauer, Director of Recreation & Culture Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 108 of 146 Background Information on 2019 Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Inductees Karen Fraser Karen Fraser is well known for her work with the Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Committee, helping to develop the Awards Policy, Niagara Music Awards, Volunteer Recognition Nights, Santa Claus and Canada events and concerts, and Arts & Culture fundraising projects. She has also worked with Scouts Canada, the Winter Festival of Lights, Community Arts Ontario, Niagara Falls Artsfest and the Regional Arts, Culture and Heritage Committee. She was instrumental in the initiation and development of the Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Wall of Fame. Joan Howatson Joan Howatson’s life was about people and art. She is best known for her work with the Niagara District Art Association, working tirelessly and holding numerous executive positions. As Workshop Chairwoman she recruited new members, conducted workshops and demonstrations, organized the Canada Day art show and developed new creative programming. She was one of the first members of the Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Commission. A very accomplished and enthusiastic artist, she received numerous awards. Joan Howatson passed away in January of 2002. Dr. Christina Le Rose Dr. Christina Le Rose is an international award-winning classical pianist who has performed extensively throughout Europe and North America and has taught music at the university, secondary and elementary levels. An avid supporter of giving back to the community in which she resides, she has given hundreds of performances over the past two decades at churches, schools, service clubs, retirement residences and for charitable organizations in the Niagara Region. While maintaining an active performing career, she shares her passion for music with piano and theory students of all ages at her music studio in Niagara Falls. McMahon Brothers Brothers, Kevin McMahon and Michael McMahon were both born and grew up in Niagara Falls. Together they formed Primitive Entertainment, a documentary film company based in Toronto in 1990. Primitive Entertainment focuses on documentary feature films and television series which have won more than forty domestic and international awards, including numerous Genie and Gemini Awards. Page 109 of 146 TS-2019-25 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services SUBJECT: TS-2019-25 Regulatory Sign Installations in New Subdivisions RECOMMENDATION That the regulatory signs outlined in this report be approved for the fifth phase (first stage) of the Warren Woods Subdivision. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parking and Traffic Bylaw 89-2000 needs to be amended to reflect the additional traffic and parking controls in the fifth phase (first stage) of the Warren Woods subdivision. BACKGROUND Approval has been granted for both the fifth phase (first stage) of the Warren Woods subdivision. The street system has been constructed and building permits have been issued for new homes to be built. Conditions have been imposed through the subdivision agreement for the installation of stop signs, yield signs and parking prohibited signs. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE A breakdown of the regulatory signs is as follows: Stop Signs That a stop sign be installed facing traffic: 1. Westbound on Sourgum Avenue at Garner Road; 2. Westbound on Warren Woods Avenue at Garner Road; 3. Northbound on Dockweed Drive at Sourgum Avenue; 4. Northbound on Redbud Lane at Sourgum Avenue; 5. Northbound on Shagbark Avenue at Sourgum Avenue; Page 110 of 146 2 TS-2019-25 September 10, 2019 6. Eastbound on Sourgum Avenue at Tupelo Crescent; 7. Southbound on Redbud Lane at Dockweed Drive; 8. Eastbound on Dockweed Drive at Shagbark Avenue; 9. Westbound on Tupelo Crescent at Shagbark Avenue; 10. Northbound on Sassafras Trail at Warren Woods Avenue; 11. Northbound on Sycamore Drive at Warren Woods Avenue; 12. Eastbound on Warren Woods Avenue at Butternut Boulevard; and, 13. Westbound on Warren Woods Avenue at Butternut Boulevard. Yield Signs That a yield sign be installed, when the traffic circle is constructed, facing traffic: 1. Eastbound on Warren Woods Avenue at Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue; 2. Westbound on Warren Woods Avenue at Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue; 3. Northbound on Odell Crescent at Warren Woods Avenue; and, 4. Southbound on Shagbark Avenue at Warren Woods Avenue. Pedestrian Crossovers That pedestrian crossovers be installed at: 1. Warren Woods Avenue at the existing Warren Woods Trail, west of Sassafras Trail; and, 2. Warren Woods Avenue at the east limit of the proposed park block. Parking Prohibited Signs That a “no parking” restriction is installed on: 1. Both sides of Garner Road from a point 380 metres south of McLeod Road to Brown Road; 2. Both sides of Warren Woods Avenue between Garner Road and a point 120 metres east of Garner Road; 3. Both sides of Warren Woods Avenue between a point 190 metres east of Garner Road and a point 70 metres east of Odell Crescent (East Intersection); and, 4. Both sides of Warren Woods Avenue between a point 140 metres east of Odell Crescent (East Intersection) and the east limit of Warren Woods Avenue. Page 111 of 146 3 TS-2019-25 September 10, 2019 Warren Woods Avenue has been constructed with directional 6.0 metre lanes, separated by a wide centre median. The parking prohibition on both sides of the roads is to satisfy a condition of Fire Services. Stopping Prohibited Signs That a “no stopping” restriction is installed on: 1. Both sides of Warren Woods Avenue between a point 120 metres east of Garner Road and a point 190 metres east of Garner Road; and, 2. Both sides of Warren Woods Avenue between a point 70 metres east of Odell Crescent (East Intersection) and a point 140 metres east of Odell Crescent (East Intersection). Stopping prohibitions are required on approach to and following a pedestrian crossover. FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS All costs associated with the sign purchase and labour costs have been incorporated into the subdivision agreements and have been paid in full by the developer. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Encourage multi-modal travel and active transportation initiatives, and enhance motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety. Recommended by: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 112 of 146 TS-2019-26 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2019-26 Buchanan Avenue at Forsythe Street Intersection Control Review RECOMMENDATION That an all-way stop be installed at the intersection of Buchanan Avenue at Forsythe Street. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY An all-way stop is recommended due to an increase in vehicular collisions at the intersection of Buchanan Avenue at Forsythe Street. BACKGROUND Buchanan Avenue and Forsythe Street are classified as local type roadways. The study intersection is in a “cross” configuration, consisting of north, south, east and west approaches. The surrounding land uses consist of a residential subdivision, as well as a commercial sector located west of the intersection along Stanley Avenue. Saint Ann Roman Catholic Church is located on the southeast corner of Buchanan Avenue and Forsythe Street generating additional traffic volumes. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Transportation Engineering Staff were requested to review the intersection of Buchanan Avenue at Forsythe Street to determine whether intersection operational safety has been compromised. A review of the collisions for the previous four year time frame revealed that a total of six collisions have occurred. All recorded collisions identified an angle type pattern. An all-way stop is recommended which will require that all drivers complete a full legal stop, with drivers taking turns entering the intersection, subsequently minimizing collision potential. Page 113 of 146 2 TS-2019-26 September 10, 2019 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the signs is to be carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour and material costs are accounted for in the approved 2019 General Purposes Budget. Installing the all-way stop control is estimated to cost approximately $250. 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 Page 114 of 146 TS-2019-27 September 10, 2019 REPORT TO: Mayor James M. Diodati and Members of Municipal Council City of Niagara Falls, Ontario SUBMITTED BY: Transportation Services Department SUBJECT: TS-2019-27 Armoury Street at Crysler Avenue Intersection Control Review RECOMMENDATION That a stop sign is installed facing eastbound traffic on Armoury Street at Crysler Avenue. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A stop sign is warranted to properly assign the right-of-way amongst motorists. BACKGROUND City Staff has received a request to investigate the feasibility of installing a stop sign on the minor street approach for traffic eastbound on Armoury Street at Crysler Avenue. This intersection currently operates under the basic right-of-way rule. ANALYSIS/RATIONALE Study results indicate that a stop control is warranted at this intersection. The approach sight triangle requirement for an uncontrolled crossing is not met, thus warranting additional traffic control. This is common in developed residential areas where vegetation, fences and dwellings are present within the visibility clear zone. A collision review revealed that a collision problem does not exist at this intersection for the previous five years. The installation of the stop sign will ensure motorists on the Armoury Street stop and yield the right-of-way to motorists on the Crysler Avenue. Page 115 of 146 2 TS-2019-27 September 10, 2019 FINANCIAL/STAFFING/LEGAL IMPLICATIONS The installation of the stop sign is to be carried out by Transportation Services staff. The labour and material costs will be accounted for in the 2019 General Purposes Budget. It is estimated that the cost to install the sign is approximately $250. CITY’S STRATEGIC COMMITMENT Encourage multi-modal travel and active transportation initiatives, and enhance motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety. Recommended by: Karl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Respectfully submitted: Ken Todd, Chief Administrative Officer Page 116 of 146 TS-2019-27 Armoury Street at Crysler Avenue Intersection Control Review - Proposed Stop Sign Page 117 of 146 Page 1 of 2 August 13, 2019 The Honourable Jeff Yurek Toby Barrett – MPP Haldimand – Norfolk Ministry of the Environment, 11th Floor Conservation and Parks 77 Grenville St. 5th Floor Toronto, ON M5S 1B3 777 Bay St. Toby.barret@pc.ola.org Toronto, ON M7A 2J3 Jeff.yurek@pc.ola.org The Honourable John Yakabuski Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Whitney Block Suite 6630 6th Floor 99 Wellesley St. W Toronto, ON M7A 1W3 john.yakabuski@pc.ola.org Re: Request For Provincial Response to address Gas Well Issues Norfolk County Council, at their meeting of July 9 2019, approved Resolution No. 4 which reads as follows: Res. No. 4 THAT THAT Staff Report HSS 19-31, Leaking Gas Wells - Ministry of Natural Resources Funding Update, be received as information; AND THAT Council approve the proposed plan and direct staff to obtain required approvals and licensing from the required Ministries; AND THAT Council exempt staff from the quotation and tendering procedures for goods and services outlined in Norfolk County Policy ECS-02 in accordance with single source and emergency purchase provisions, as required, for the work described in this report for remediation at the site located at 1925 Forestry Farm Road, Langton and further research for the broader hydrogeological challenges in the area; AND THAT Council authorizes the General Manager, Health and Social Services and/or the General Manager, Public Works to enter into the necessary contracts with the appropriate suppliers, contractors and sub-contractors to complete the work; AND THAT Council authorizes staff to amend the 2019 Capital Plan for the 1925 Forestry Farm Road, Langton project once external funding has been secured at which time the project can proceed. Page 118 of 146 Page 2 of 2 AND THAT the Mayor and Council provide a letter to the Honourable John Yakabuski, MNRF, Mike Harris, Parliamentary Assistant to the MNRF and Toby Barret, Haldimand Norfolk MPP, demanding immediate funding for municipal extraneous costs to implement the permanent solution for the leaking gas well at 1925 Forestry Farm Road, Langton and the broader hydrogeological research; AND THAT the Mayor and Council provide a letter to the Honourable Jeff Yurek, MECP, Andrea Khanjin, Parliamentary Assistant to the MECP and Toby Barrett, Haldimand Norfolk MPP requesting engagement with Norfolk County, other Ministries and the experts to advance the knowledge of the leaking gas wells and its impacts and to demand funding for municipal extraneous costs of the air quality monitoring affecting the health and wellbeing of the residents and the remediation of the environmental impacts; AND THAT Council be made aware of any future requests to the County for additional seismic exploration in Norfolk County prior to permission being granted; AND FURTHER THAT copies of this resolution be sent to Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Health, Ontario Geological Survey and all Ontario Municipalities. The staff report may be viewed online on the County’s Website, (Item 5 b) i), July 9, 2019). Yours Truly, Andrew Grozelle County Clerk cc. The Honourable Christine Elliott, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care christine.elliott@pc.ola.org Renée-Luce Simard, Acting Director, Ontario Geological Survey renee-luce.simard@ontario.ca Page 119 of 146 13radfordTownofBradfordWestGwillimburyvest100DissetteSt.,Units7&8G’willin-iburyP.O.Box100,Bradford,Ontario,L3Z2A7Telephone:905-775-5366AGrowingTraditionFax:905-775-0153www.townofbwg.comAugust14,2019VIAEMAILRoyalCanadianLegionOrvilleHandBranch521115BackStreetBradford,OntarioL3Z1W8DearLt.Col.FergusonMobbsandmembersoftheRoyalCanadianLegion,AtitsmeetingofAugust6,2019,theCouncilofTheCorporationofTheTownofBradfordWestGwillimburypassedthefollowingmotionwithrespecttotheNeverForgottenNationalMemorial.Resolution2019-275Leduc/ContoisWHEREAStheresidentsofBradfordWestGwillimburyhaveaproudtraditionofhonouringthosewhomadethesupremesacrificeonbehalfofCanadainarmedconflictsacrosstheworld;ANDWHEREAStheNeverForgottenNationalMemorialFoundationhasbeenestablishedtodevelopcommemorativeprogramming,exhibitsandmonumentsatasiteonCapeBretonIslandasaplaceofremembranceandthanksforthosebraveindividualswholosttheirlivessofarfromhome;ANDWHEREAStheOrvilleHandBranch521oftheRoyalCanadianLegionhasendorsedtheNeverForgottenNationalMonumentProgram;ANDWHEREAStheFoundationisseekingthesupportofbusinesses,agencies,governmentorganizations,andindividualsacrossCanadatobringlifetothisimportantnationalmemorial;NOWTHEREFOREBEITRESOLVEDthattheCouncilofTheCorporationoftheTownofBradfordWestGwillimburysupportseffortstodeveloptheNeverForgottenNationalMemorialandsoadvisesMr.ScotDavidson—MemberofParliament,theHonorableCarolineMuironey—MemberofProvincialParliament,theFederationofCanadianMunicipalitiesandallmunicipalitiesinOntario.CARRIED.Page 120 of 146 erelY<2AlanaSchriederAdministrativeAssistantC:ScotDavidson,MPHon.CarolineMuironey,MPP,York-SimcoeFederationofCanadianMunicipalities,andallmunicipalitiesofOntariowww.townofbwg.comPage2of2Page 121 of 146 1 Suzanne Anderson From:Suzanne Anderson Sent:Monday, August 19, 2019 3:06 PM To:Suzanne Anderson Subject:RE: Event Request From: Phil Van Kleef Sent: Monday, August 12, 2019 8:49 AM To: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: Re: Event Request Hi Bill, Its Phil from Campark Resorts again. I am offering a cider beer and concession area in our outdoor event pavilion during Haunt Manor. This will be limited to 3 drinks max and piloted out by me this season. I will need a letter for AGCO stating Haunt Manor is an event of Municipal Significance in the city please. The details will be testing at our outdoor concession area and stage having a Fall Craft or regular alcoholic cider to give guests who are already coming here from the bar a safe area to stay for a few hours. It is in out 20x30 event pavilion and all usual regulations and storage are followed. We have successfully done this with our 5K run for 7 years now. Thank you for your support, looking forward to helping bring in more people to the city for tourism in 2019, we are a large draw reaching past 10,000 guests and majority are from out of town. This event will be from September 28 until Nov 2 this year. If you need any other details let me know. 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Oo:mm2m=o:man._um:G_Z_mmm$DEERO38 Page 126 of 146 1 Heather Ruzylo To:Heather Ruzylo Subject:RE: Sep.10th: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave From: douglas@petersgroup.ca <douglas@petersgroup.ca> Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 12:30 PM To: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Cc: Heather Ruzylo <hruzylo@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Hi Bill We would prefer in august but understandably we could make September 12th work. And it would be for only 1 night From: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Sent: August 13, 2019 10:45 AM To: 'douglas@petersgroup.ca' <douglas@petersgroup.ca> Cc: Heather Ruzylo <hruzylo@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Doug, Do you have a date(s) in mind? I know you say any given week but would it just be one night and were you hoping to do this in August or September? The reason I ask is that there is a Council meeting tonight but the agenda went out last week. To get this on the next Council agenda would be fine but that won’t be until September 10th. Does that work with your timing? Bill Matson | City Clerk | Director of Clerks Services | City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street | Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 | (905) 356-7521 ext 4342 | Fax 905-356-9083 | billmatson@niagarafalls.ca From: douglas@petersgroup.ca <douglas@petersgroup.ca> Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 9:40 AM To: Bill Matson <billmatson@niagarafalls.ca> Subject: FW: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Hi Bill Would it be possible to have a Noise by-law exemption proposed to council for the works on Thorold stone rd for the connection of services for the Wendys on the corner of st.james avenue and Thorold stone rd. The region will only allow the work to be completed after 11pm at night. Page 127 of 146 2 We feel that this work would be completed within 5-6hrs. We would like to coordinate this work for a Thursday evening of any given week. Let me know if there is anything else I can provide I have included the email chain from the region below Thanks From: Heather Ruzylo <hruzylo@niagarafalls.ca> Sent: July 30, 2019 2:08 PM To: 'douglas@petersgroup.ca' <douglas@petersgroup.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Good afternoon Doug: Thanks for sending along this correspondence. I have discussed the issue with our CAO, Ken Todd, and he feels it best that it gets presented at Council on August 13th. It is likely best if the Region sends the Noise by-law exemption request through to our City Clerk, Bill Matson at billmatson@niagarafalls.ca. An email stating the start date and times should be included. I trust you will send this along to the appropriate contact at the Region? Heather Ruzylo | Clerks & Council Services Coordinator | Clerks Services | City of Niagara Falls 4310 Queen Street | Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 | (905) 356-7521 ext 4203 | Fax 905-356-9083 | hruzylo@niagarafalls.ca From: Macdonald, Kevin [mailto:Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca] Sent: July 3, 2019 10:30 AM To: Allan Horning <allan@petersgroup.ca> Subject: FW: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Hi Allan, see below comments Kevin Macdonald (C.Tech) BA, PG Transportation Corridor Technician, Permitting & By-Law Enforcement Transportation Systems & Planning, Public Works Niagara Region Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3267 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 www.niagararegion.ca From: Tassone, Frank <frank.tassone@niagararegion.ca> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 10:15 AM To: Macdonald, Kevin <Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Page 128 of 146 3 11pm to 7am and they need to get a noise by-law exemption from the CNF. Frank Tassone, C.E.T. Associate Director, Transportation Engineering Niagara Region, Public Works 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way PO Box 1042 Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3349 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 Cell: 905-401-9124 Fax: 905-685-0013 www.niagararegion.ca From: Macdonald, Kevin <Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 9:58 AM To: Tassone, Frank <frank.tassone@niagararegion.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Thanks Frank, any suggestion on the time frame? 7, 8 pm to start? Kevin Macdonald (C.Tech) BA, PG Transportation Corridor Technician, Permitting & By-Law Enforcement Transportation Systems & Planning, Public Works Niagara Region Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3267 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 www.niagararegion.ca From: Tassone, Frank <frank.tassone@niagararegion.ca> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 9:51 AM To: Macdonald, Kevin <Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca> Cc: Milne, Cam <cam.milne@niagararegion.ca>; Guthrie, Graeme <graeme.guthrie@niagararegion.ca>; Alkarawi, Sulaf <Sulaf.Alkarawi@niagararegion.ca>; Vujic, Petar <petar.vujic@niagararegion.ca>; Ryall, Carolyn <Carolyn.Ryall@niagararegion.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Kevin, To go 8m deep in the middle of TSR is not possible without lane reductions. I would approve this as a night time lane reduction and make them stage it as follows: Lanes: #1, westbound curb lane #2, westbound center lane #3, eastbound center lane #4, eastbound curb lane Stage 1, from property to the south edge of lane #1 Page 129 of 146 4  Lane #1 closed  West bound traffic reduced to lane #2  East bound traffic unaffected Stage 2, from the south edge of lane #1 to the storm main (south edge of lane #3)  Lane #2 & #3 closed  West bound traffic reduced to lane #1  East bound traffic reduced to lane #4 These lane reductions should be posted on our website and social media venues and I also feel it would be wise to get this in the paper in order to reduce the volume of traffic as much as possible. From: Macdonald, Kevin <Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 9:25 AM To: Tassone, Frank <frank.tassone@niagararegion.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Middle 2 lanes so 1 eastbound and 1 westbound. They first have to cross from the north side. The storm sewer pipe is very close the centerline of the road Kevin Macdonald (C.Tech) BA, PG Transportation Corridor Technician, Permitting & By-Law Enforcement Transportation Systems & Planning, Public Works Niagara Region Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3267 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 www.niagararegion.ca From: Tassone, Frank <frank.tassone@niagararegion.ca> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 9:20 AM To: Macdonald, Kevin <Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca>; Guthrie, Graeme <graeme.guthrie@niagararegion.ca>; Milne, Cam <cam.milne@niagararegion.ca> Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave What lane is this in? From: Macdonald, Kevin <Kevin.Macdonald@niagararegion.ca> Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2019 9:15 AM To: Guthrie, Graeme <graeme.guthrie@niagararegion.ca>; Tassone, Frank <frank.tassone@niagararegion.ca>; Milne, Cam <cam.milne@niagararegion.ca> Subject: Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR 57 at St James Ave Hi Guys, Just a quick question since both of my supervisors are currently not in the office. Peters excavating is servicing the new Wendy’s at St James and RR 57 Thorold Stone Road. They need to access a storm sewer I believe that is 8 meters deep which will require a large open hole in the center of the Page 130 of 146 5 road. I told them we do not approve closing our roads for servicing such as this. And based on current traffic volume on RR 57, it would be really difficult to detour everyone smoothly. Peters is mentioning that it would be difficult to not close the road due to the hole that would be in the center of the road and unsafe for cars to drive around it if they kept the road open. Can one of you comment on this from experience? See attached drawing for your reference. They also mentioned they can close it during the evening and work overnight and re open it in the AM. But I mentioned it would still be unfeasible Thank you, Kevin Macdonald (C.Tech) BA, PG Transportation Corridor Technician, Permitting & By-Law Enforcement Transportation Systems & Planning, Public Works Niagara Region Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3267 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 www.niagararegion.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. Page 131 of 146 Taps Brewing Company Inc. 4680 Queen Street Niagara Falls, ON L2E 2L8 289-477-1010 City of Niagara Falls, As we do each year, Taps would like to request relief from the Amplified Noise By-Law for a couple of additional outdoors events. Details of the events we have planned, including the times are below. Thanks Very Much  Every Tuesday from June 4 to October 15 – Brew and Browse outdoor market and car show (most events finished before 9 pm but we may have live music a bit later on one or two nights. Not past 11pm)  Thursday, August 29th - Niagara Institute of Music and Arts/Wendy Leard School of Dance Concert and Fundraiser. 4pm to 11pm  Either Thursday Sep 19th or Thursday September 26th – 4680Q fundraiser featuring Rick Rose Bands and NIOMA students. 5pm to Midnight  Saturday September 21st – Super Heros of Autism Day of Talent Show and Fundraiser. 4pm to 9pm(Talent Show and Live Entertainment  Sunday September 22nd – No One Goes Hungry Fundraiser in Conjunction with Revel Realty Inc. Live Bands 4pm to 11pm  Saturday September 28th – CDC Entertainment Concert and Fundraiser – 5pm to Midnight  Friday Oct 19, Saturday, Oct 20. HallowQueen in conjunction with Downtown BIA. (Live entertainment from noon until 11pm each day) Eric Martin Taps Brewing Company Inc. Page 132 of 146 1 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mayor Vic A. Bodnar The Municipality of Hastings Highlands Mayor P.O. Box 130, 33011 Hwy 62, Maynooth, ON K0L 2S0 613 338-2811 Phone Suzanne Huschilt 1-877-338-2818 Toll Free Municipal Clerk August 17, 2019 Hon. Doug Ford, Premier Legislative Building Rm 281, Queen’s Park Toronto, Ontario M7A 1A1 premier@ontario.ca Dear Premier Ford, Re: MUNICIPAL AMALGAMATION ______________________________________________________________________________________ Please be advised that at its Regular Meeting of Council held on August 14, 2019 the Council of the Municipality of Hastings Highlands supported the Township of McKellar and passed the following resolution: Resolution 533-19 WHEREAS there are 444 municipalities in Ontario that are very efficient and well governed, and who respond quickly to ratepayer’s needs; AND WHEREAS in the 1990’s the Conservative Government forced many municipalities to amalgamate on the guise they would become more efficient, effective, save money, lower taxes and ultimately reduce the provincial deficit; AND WHEREAS there has never been a valid evidence-based study that supported these outcomes; AND WHEREAS forced amalgamation actually accomplished just the opposite: ill feelings, increased animosity and mistrust, job losses, rise in local taxes and an increase in the provincial deficit; AND WHEREAS there are many positive examples of small rural and northern municipalities working together in a Page 133 of 146 2 collaborate and cooperative manner via shared agreements that responds to local needs without amalgamation and provincial interference; AND WHEREAS the Provincial Government has a large deficit due to their own decision-making; AND WHEREAS recently the same Conservative Government recently reduced one large regional municipal government by 50%, without “consultation”; AND WHEREAS this same Conservative Government is presently reviewing other provincial regional governments through a purported “consultative” approach with a view to reduce or eliminate them; AND WHEREAS the Provincial Government should investigate all other internal ways of reducing their deficit and becoming more fiscally responsible over time rather than downloading to the one level of government that is the most efficient, has the lowest cost and is closest to the electorate which will not put a dent in the provincial deficit; AND WHEREAS the Province could look at what other provinces have done to reduce the debt with one singular education system, organizing unorganized municipalities, controlling OPP costs, substantially increase fines, and find a way to collect millions and millions of dollars in unpaid fines and instead, invest in the north to create jobs and stimulate and enhance economic development; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that before the Provincial Government forces amalgamation in any of the 444 municipalities in Ontario, our AMO Organization go beyond requesting “consultation” and “demand” that the Provincial Government do the following: Hold a local referendum letting the citizens decide to amalgamate or not Conduct an evidence-based study to show that amalgamation actually saves costs, jobs, lowers taxes and reduce the provincial deficit Allow those municipalities to work out their own local collaborative agreement that best suit their local needs and to be permitted to do so on their own time line and volition To ensure that there is absolutely no conflict of interest in this consultative process To emphasize the political reality of forcing amalgamation on the many rural and northern municipalities across Ontario AND FURTHER that a copy of this resolution be sent to Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario; Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier; Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs; Andrea Horwath, Leader of the New Democratic Party; and Daryl Kramp, MPP. AND FURTHER that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), Rural Ontario Municipalities Association (ROMA), the Township of McKellar and all municipalities in Ontario. CARRIED Sincerely, Suzanne Huschilt Municipal Clerk Page 134 of 146 August 29, 2019 Sent via email Re: Vacant Home Tax To whom it may concern, Please be advised that the Council of the City of St. Catharines, at its meeting held on August 12, 2019, passed the following motion: WHEREAS St. Catharines currently has a years-long waiting list for social housing, extremely low apartment vacancy rates, rising apartment costs, a need for more shelter spaces and transitional housing, and a resident ial real estate market that has seen house values grow exponentially in a short period of time; and WHEREAS these factors combined have resulted in St. Catharines becoming an unaffordable place to live for many, particularly those on fixed incomes, social assistance and those who earn less than the living wage; and WHEREAS jurisdictions such as British Columbia and Vancouver have successfully implemented vacant property taxes to not only collect more revenue for social housing projects, but also to encourage real estate speculators to rent out vacant homes; and WHEREAS the Regional Municipality of Niagara has the authority to implement a vacant home tax in St. Catharines (and all other lower-tier municipalities within Niagara); THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of St. Catharines endorse the concept of a vacant home tax and vacant residential land tax and call upon the Niagara Region to investigate a vacant home tax that specifically: • Addresses vacant residential units in St. Catharines • Encourages turning empty St. Catharines homes into good housing for people • Raises revenue that will directly support affordable housing in St. Catharines BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be circulated to the Office of the City Clerk at the Niagara Region, Niagara Region Housing, the local area municipalities and the City of St. Catharines City Treasurer / Director of Financial Management Services and the Director of Planning and Building Services. FORTHWITH Page 135 of 146 If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at extension 1524. Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, City Clerk Legal and Clerks Services, Office of the City Clerk :kn Page 136 of 146 Page 137 of 146 Town of Grimsby Administration Office of the Town Clerk 160 Livingston Avenue, P.O. Box 159, Grimsby, ON L3M 4G3 Phone: 905-945-9634 Ext. 2015 | Fax: 905-945-5010 Email: skim@grimsby.ca August 29, 2019 SENT VIA EMAIL Niagara Region 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way P.O. Box 1042 Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 Attention: Ann-Marie Norio, Regional Clerk Dear Ms. Norio: Re: Whistleblowing Policy At its meeting of August 26, 2019, the Town of Grimsby Council passed the following resolution: Moved by Councillor D. Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Whereas the Town of Grimsby has policies in place to ensure that it is accountable to the public for its actions and that its actions are transparent to the public, Whereas whistleblowing by employees in local governments can bring critical knowledge about misconduct and failed policy outcomes and priorities to the attention of politicians and/or the public, and Whereas the provincial government, as well as other municipalities and agencies in Ontario, have in place policies and/or legislation that provide legal protection from discriminatory or disciplinary action for employees who disclose wrongdoing of any kind in the context of their workplace in good faith and to a competent authority, and Page 138 of 146 Whereas voters in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, including the Town of Grimsby, sent a strong message on October 22nd, 2018 for the need for accountability and transparency in the way local governance is conducted, and Whereas it is always desirable to build upon and enhance existing policies that further strengthen public trust in the accountability and transparency of the way their local government functions; Now therefore be it resolved, That: Council directs staff to prepare a report with respect to a whistleblowing policy for the Town of Grimsby, and further That: The Municipal Council of the Town of Grimsby fully supports whistleblowing and is committed to protecting whistleblowers, the important information they provide and more widely, the integrity of the whistleblowing processes. All persons who are considering reporting their concerns in good faith can be assured that their concerns will be taken seriously, their identity will be protected and, as an employee of our municipality, that they will be protected from detrimental treatment, retaliation or employment harassment, and further That: This resolution be circulated to Niagara Regional Council, the Councils of the Local Area Municipalities within the Regional Municipality of Niagara. CARRIED Regards, Sarah Kim Acting Town Clerk cc. Local Area Municipalities, sent via email Page 139 of 146 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2019 - A by-law to permanently close part of a highway. WHEREAS Section 34 of the Municipal Act, provides, in part, that the Council of every municipality may pass by-laws to permanently close any highway; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls now deems it expedient to pass this by-law; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Lots 14 and 16 and Blocks 24 and 25 on 59M327 , in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, is hereby permanently closed. 2. The Mayor and City Clerk and City Solicitor are hereby authorized to execute all documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this by-law and the City Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal thereto and to deliver such documents. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this tenth day of September 10, 2019. ................................................................ ................................................................ WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 140 of 146 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2019 - A by-law to declare Lot 14 and Block 24 on 59M327, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, as surplus. WHEREAS City of Niagara Falls By-law No. 2003-16, as amended by 2005-123, governing the sale of land by the City of Niagara Falls provides that prior to selling any land, the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls shall by by-law or resolution declare the land to be surplus; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, at its meeting of September 10, 2019, adopted the Recommendations of Council Report L- 2019-19, to permanently close and declare surplus Lot 14 and Block 24 on 59M327; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls now deems it expedient to pass this by-law; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Lot 14 and Block 24 on 59M327, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, is hereby declared surplus. 2. The Mayor and City Clerk and City Solicitor are hereby authorized to execute all documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this by-law and the Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal ther eto and to deliver such documents. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this tenth day of September, 2019. ................................................................ ................................................................ WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 141 of 146 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. 2019 - A by-law to declare Lot 16 and Block 25 on 59M327, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, as surplus. WHEREAS City of Niagara Falls By-law No. 2003-16, as amended by 2005-123, governing the sale of land by the City of Niagara Falls provides that prior to selling any land, the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls shall by by-law or resolution declare the land to be surplus; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls, at its meeting of September 10, 2019, adopted the Recommendations of Council Report L- 2019-19, to permanently close and declare surplus Lot 16 and Block 25 on 59M327; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls now deems it expedient to pass this by-law; THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Lot 16 and Block 25 on 59M327, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, is hereby declared surplus. 2. The Mayor and City Clerk and City Solicitor are hereby authorized to execute all documents that may be required for the purpose of carrying out the intent of this by-law and the Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the corporate seal ther eto and to deliver such documents. Read a First, Second and Third time; passed, signed and sealed in open Council this tenth day of September, 2019. ................................................................ ................................................................ WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 142 of 146 THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS BY-LAW Number 2019 - A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stopping Prohibited, Parking Prohibited, Stop Signs at Intersections, Yield Signs at Intersections, Pedestrian Crossovers) --------------------------------------------------------------- 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 (a) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule A thereto the following items: STOPPING PROHIBITED COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN TIMES OR DAYS Warren Woods Both A point 120 metres east of Garner Road and At All Times Avenue a point 190 metres east of Garner Road Warren Woods Both A point 70 metres east of Odell Crescent and At All Times Avenue a point 140 metres east of Odell Crescent Page 143 of 146 (b) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule C thereto the following items: PARKING PROHIBITED COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 COLUMN 3 COLUMN 4 HIGHWAY SIDE BETWEEN TIMES OR DAYS Garner Road Both A point 380 metres south of McLeod Road and At All Times Brown Road Warren Woods Both Garner Road and At All Times Avenue a point 120 metres east of Garner Road Warren Woods Both A point 190 metres east of Garner Road and At All Times Avenue a point 70 metres east of Odell Crescent Warren Woods Both A point 140 metres east of Odell Crescent and At All Times Avenue the east limit of Warren Woods Avenue (c) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule P thereto the following items: STOP SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 INTERSECTION FACING TRAFFIC Garner Road & Sourgum Avenue Westbound on Sourgum Avenue Garner Road & Warren Woods Avenue Westbound on Warren Woods Avenue Sourgum Avenue & Dockweed Drive Northbound on Dockweed Drive Sourgum Avenue & Redbud Lane Northbound on Redbud Lane Sourgum Avenue & Shagbark Avenue Northbound on Shagbark Avenue Sourgum Avenue & Tupelo Crescent Eastbound on Sourgum Avenue Redbud Lane & Dockweed Drive Southbound on Redbud Lane Shagbark Avenue & Dockweed Drive Eastbound on Dockweed Drive Shagbark Avenue & Tupelo Crescent Westbound on Tupelo Crescent Warren Woods Avenue & Sassafras Trail Northbound on Sassafras Trail Warren Woods Avenue & Sycamore Drive Northbound on Sycamore Drive Butternut Boulevard & Warren Woods Avenue Eastbound on Warren Woods Avenue Butternut Boulevard & Warren Woods Avenue Westbound on Warren Woods Avenue Page 144 of 146 (d) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule Q thereto the following items: YIELD SIGNS AT INTERSECTIONS COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 INTERSECTION FACING TRAFFIC Warren Woods Avenue & Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue Eastbound on Warren Woods Avenue Warren Woods Avenue & Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue Westbound on Warren Woods Avenue Warren Woods Avenue & Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue Northbound on Odell Crescent Warren Woods Avenue & Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue Southbound on Shagbark Avenue (e) by adding to the specified columns of Schedule AB thereto the following items: PEDESTRIAN CROSSOVERS COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 HIGHWAY LOCATION Warren Woods Avenue Between Sassafras Trail and Odell Crescent (East Intersection) Warren Woods Avenue Between Garner Road and Odell Crescent/Shagbark Avenue This By-law shall come into force when the appropriate signs are installed. Passed this tenth day of September, 2019. ............................................................... ........................................................... WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR First Reading: September 10, 2019 Second Reading: September 10, 2019 Third Reading: September 10, 2019 Page 145 of 146 CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS By-law No. A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 10th day of September, 2019. WHEREAS it is deemed desirable and expedient that the actions and proceedings of Council as herein set forth be adopted, ratified and confirmed by by-law. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. The actions of the Council at its meeting held on the 10th day of September 2019 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. Read a first, second, third time and passed. Signed and sealed in open Council this 10th day of September, 2019. .............................................................. ............................................................. WILLIAM G. MATSON, CITY CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR Page 146 of 146