10/01/2019 Niagara MINUTES
City Council Meeting
Falls Tuesday, October 1st 2019 Council Chambers 5:00
XN; AnA PM
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Mike Strange,
Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Councillor Lori
Lococo, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
COUNCIL ABSENT: Councillor Wayne Campbell and Councillor Carolynn loannoni
COUNCIL LATE:
STAFF PRESENT: Alex Herlovitch, Donna Jaques, Erik Nickel, Jim Boutilier, Karl Dren, Kathy
Moldenhauer, Trent Dark, Ken Todd, Serge Felicetti, Tiffany Clark, Heather
Ruzylo
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 Wayne Thomson that Council enter into an In-Camera
session.
Carried Unanimously
2. CALL TO ORDER
Playing of 0 Canada
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of September 10, 2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the minutes of September 10, 2019 be
approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
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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 #429831, payable to herself, dated August 14, 2019
for $340.00 (AMO Conference per diem); cheque #430082, payable to
herself, dated August 21, 2019 for $117.76 (reimbursement of cell and
internet); cheque #430357, payable to herself, dated August 28, 2019
for $526.62 (reimbursement of AMO expenses); cheque #430791,
payable to herself, dated September 11, 2019 for $260.34
(reimbursement of cell, internet and expenses); cheque #430388,
payable to Niagara Falls Art Gallery, dated August 28, 2019 for
$2,333.34 (sits on the board as a resident) and cheque #430408,
payable to Project Share, dated August 28, 2019 for $24,866.66 (sits on
board as a resident).
b) Councillor Mike Strange indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque
#429894 and to cheque #430654, payable to himself (AMO
Conference).
c) Councillor Victor Pietrangelo indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque
#00233-0003, payable to NCDSB (employer).
d) Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque #429777 payable
to himself.
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS /ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Maria Baldinelli,
mother of Louie Baldinelli of our Building Department and Stan Socha,
father of Stan Socha, Fire Services Captain.
b) Mayor Diodati acknowledged Councillor Wayne Thomson's 80th
Birthday and extended congratulations to Councillor Thomson, for being
honoured as the very first, inaugural recipient of the Niagara Falls
Tourism Wall of Fame.
c) Mayor Diodati recognized the recent event, Niagara Falls Prayer
Luncheon, which was held this past Friday, September 27th, 2019. At
the event, guest speaker, basketball hall-of-famer and co-founder of the
NBA's Orlando Magic, Pat Williams was welcomed. Mayor Diodati
offered congratulations to the organizers of this very successful event.
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d) Mayor Diodati also recognized the Line of Duty Memorial Ceremony
which was also attended by Councillor Thomson.
e) Mayor Diodati spoke to the Hockey Canada Foundation Announcement
that was made on October 1st, 2019.
- the major Hockey Canada Fundraising event will take place in Niagara
Falls next June.
- Exciting to host this in Niagara Falls.
- This event is typically in an NHL City/last year in Edmonton.
- Thanks given to Larry Landon and his team for their coordination and
efforts to bring this here.
- 50% of funds will stay here as a legacy in our Region.
f) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Kerrio for attending the Ribbon
Cutting at Silvergate Homes, Legends on the Green.
g) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Thomson for attending the Terry
Fox Run.
h) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Dabrowski for attending the
Palfinger's 30th Anniversary and the 49th Annual Reunion of the
National Association of VanValkenburgh Families Opening Ceremonies.
i) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Strange for attending the PetSmart
September Adoption Weekend.
j) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Campbell for attending the Grand
Re-opening of the Niagara Scouting Museum.
k) Mayor Diodati extended well wishes to all in advance for a Happy
Thanksgiving.
I) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22nd,
2019.
6. APPOINTMENTS / PRESENTATIONS
All speakers are reminded that they have a maximum of 5 minutes to make
their presentation.
6.1. Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre
Janet Handy, Executive Director of the Kristen French Child Advocacy
Centre Niagara, made a presentation to Council regarding new and
ongoing programming at the Centre.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive the presentation made
by Janet Handy of the Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara.
Carried Unanimously
6.2. Community Crew (Presentation added)
Sarah Pritula, Community Crew Director and Grant McArthur, board
member of Community Crew provided a brief overview of their program,
which provides a Hope one Healthy Lunch to children who come from
food insecure families. The purpose of the presentation was to inform
Council and our local community about the services they offer.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council direct staff to come back with a
report to see what is being done in other communities and provide
suggestions as to how we can support Community Crew.
Carried Unanimously
6.3. The Steve Ludzik Celebrity Roast
Tim Housser, Director of the Steve Ludzik Foundation, spoke to Council
to ask for their support of the upcoming Steve Ludzik Celebrity Roast,
on Friday, October 18, 2019 at Club Italia.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Councillors have an option to purchase
individual tickets for the Steve Ludzik Celebrity Roast on Friday, October
18, 2019 from funds within their Councillor expense allowance.
Carried Unanimously
6.4. 5G Presentation - (previous arrangements were made to allow a 10
minute presentation on this matter)
(Written submission attachment added)
Meg Sears, PhD, Ottawa scientist, Chair of Prevent Cancer Now and
Frank Clegg, Canadians for Safe Technology Environmental Health
Trust, gave a review of the September 30th Open House session that
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was held at the MacBain Centre.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive the presentation made
by Meg Sears and Frank Clegg and to have staff invite Health Canada
to make a presentation at a future Council meeting to present their
perspective on this matter.
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo that Council
consider the following suggested actions:
1.Councillors commit to educate themselves about health effects of all
"generations"of wireless telecommunications
2.Provide public education as to safer options and use of digital devices
3.Request Niagara Region Public Health (in conjunction with OPH) to start
monitoring and reporting on the exposure to, and related health effects of RF
radiation
4.Require proof of liability insurance against harmful effects of RFR on health
from all telecommunications companies deploying wireless technologies
5.Require public notice and consultation for all cellular antennae until Safety
Code 6 is updated using the international standards of scientific review 1
6.Place a moratorium on the installation of small cell antennae on city owned
property until Safety Code 6 is updated using the international standards of
scientific reviewl
Motion Defeated
6.5. Winter Festival of Lights
Tina Myers, Executive Director of the Ontario Power Generation Winter
Festival of Lights, addressed Council to recognize the staff from WFOL
for their accomplishments over the last few years and to share their
recent awards and recognition received.
7. PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. PUBLIC MEETING
PBD-2019-58
Am-2019-14, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
6170 Fallsview Boulevard
Proposal: 12 Storey, 230 Room Hotel
Applicant: Canadian Niagara Hotels. (Dino DiCienzo)
Agent: API Development Consultants Inc. (David Barnard)
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The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application
to rezone the land a site specific Tourist Commercial (TC) zone to
permit a 12 storey, 41-metre tall hotel, subject to the regulations
outlined in this report; and
2. That the passage of the amending zoning by-laws be conditional
on the execution of Section 37 agreement to secure a
contribution for streetscape improvements along the land's
frontage on Fallsview Boulevard and the design of the project.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave
an overview of the background report PBD-2019-58.
Linas Saplys, representing Saplys Architects, spoke in support of the
staff report.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
8. REPORTS / PRESENTATIONS
8.1. MW-2019-27
John N Allan Park Tennis and Basketball Courts Development
Contract Award
The report recommends the following:
1. That the tender for John N Allan Park Tennis and Basketball
Courts Development be awarded to the lowest bidder, CRL
Campbell Construction and Drainage Inc., Wainfleet ON. in the
amount of$668,525 +HST.
2. That additional funds in the amount of$110,000 be allocated to
the 2019 Tennis and Basketball Court Improvements Program
budget from the pre-approval of 2020 Capital budget OLG funds.
3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
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documents.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
8.2. PBD-2019-60
AM-2015-011, Exemption Request to 2-Year
Waiting Period for Minor Variances
4552 Portage Road
Sleek Developments Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
Owner: Sleek Developments Inc.
Agent: Jennifer Vida, Upper Canada Consulting
The report recommends that subject to subsection 45(1.4) of the
Planning Act, 1990 R.S.O., Council consider passing the resolution on
tonight's agenda to grant an exemption to the 2-year waiting period for
minor variances and thereby allow Sleek Developments Inc. to file an
application to the City's Committee of Adjustment for their Plan of
Vacant Land Condominium.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
8.3. PBD-2019-61
AM-2018-024, Exemption Request to 2-Year
Waiting Period for Minor Variance
8196 McLeod Road
Proposal: Vacant Land Condominium - 7 Dwelling Units
Owner: Bruno Galante c/o 1992277 Ontario Inc.
Agent: William Heikoop, Upper Canada Consulting
The report recommends that subject to subsection 45(1.4) of the
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Planning Act, 1990 R.S.O., Council consider passing the resolution on
tonight's agenda to grant an exemption to the 2-year waiting period for
minor variances and thereby allow Bruno Galante to file and application
to the City's Committee of Adjustment for their Plan of Vacant Land
Condominium.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
8.4. R&C-2019-21
Niagara Falls Farmers Market Temporary Relocation
The report recommends that Council approve the temporary relocation
of the Niagara Falls Farmers' Market beginning spring 2020 to the
MacBain Community Centre parking lot pending the approval of the new
Cultural Hub and Farmers Market Project.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
8.5. TS-2019-32
Government of Ontario Decision regarding the dedicated Gas Tax
for Public Transportation (Gas Tax) Program
The report recommends:
Wheras the Government of Ontario unilaterally cancelled a planned two
cent incremental increase to gas tax transfers to municipalities; and
Whereas transit systems will not be able to meet the needs of Ontarian
Commuters if they do not have operational funding to provide
convenient, affordable and reliable services; and
Whereas the dedicated Gas Tax for Public Transportation Program has,
since its inception in 2004, become an irreplaceable source of capital
and operational funding that Ontario transit systems of all sizes count on
to serve their communities; and
Whereas transit systems have, since the program became permanent in
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2014, experienced year-over-year ridership increases as a result of
service level improvements; and
IT IS RESOLVED THAT THIS COUNCIL:
Request that the Government of Ontario continue to support transit
systems across the province, recognizing the economic, environmental,
and social benefits of public transit investments.
Request that the Government of Ontario make evidence-based
decisions when considering the effectiveness of current gas tax
transfers to municipalities in growing transit ridership across Ontario.
Request that the Government of Ontario preserve and continue existing
gas tax transfers to municipalities as a dedicated source of funding for
public transit.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council supports the recommendation from
report.
Carried Unanimously
9. RESOLUTIONS
9.1. Resolution - AM-2015-11, Exeption to 2-Year Waiting Period for
Minor Variance
4552 Portage Road
Owner: Sleek Developments Inc.
Agent: Jennifer Vida, Upper Canada Consulting
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the resolution be approved.
Carried Unanimously
9.2. Resolution - AM-2018-024, Exemption to 2-Year Waiting Period for
Minor Variance
8196 McLeod Road
Proposal: Vacant Land Condominium - 7 Dwelling Units
Owner: Bruno Galante c/o 1992277 Ontario Inc.
Agent: William Heikoop, Upper Canada Consulting
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the resolution be approved.
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Carried Unanimously
10. CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda is a set of reports that could be approved in one motion of
council. The approval endorses all of the recommendations contained in each
of the reports within the set. The single motion will save time.
Prior to the motion being taken, a councillor may request that one or more of
the reports be moved out of the consent agenda to be considered separately.
CD-2019-11 (Applications added)
Fee Waiver Applications
St. Paul High School and Hallow Queen Fright Fest
The report recommends that Council approve the Fee Waiver Applications for:
1. St. Paul High School for their annual Food Truck event in the amount of
$150.00 for the waiver of an Specific Location Daily Sales business
licence.
2. Hallow Queen Fright Fest, Niagara's Largest Halloween-Inspired
Festival taking place on Queen Street in the amount of$500.00 for the
road closure labour and materials costs.
F-2019-35
Monthly Tax Receivables Report— August
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2019-36
Municipal Accounts
The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling
$41,115,049.08 for the period August 1, 2019 to September 11, 2019.
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MW-2019-26
Water Meter Replacement Program: Update
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receive the Water Meter Replacement Program Update
report for information purposes.
2. That Council authorize Staff to execute the agreement with Neptune
Technology Group.
PBD-2019-59
DB-2019-002, Deeming By-law Application
Lots 14 and 16 and Blocks 24 and 25, Plan 59M-327
2441 Colangelo Drive and 6580 Mountain Road
Applicant: City of Niagara Falls
Proposed: 2 Parcels for Detached Dwellings
The report recommends that Council pass the by-law appearing on tonight's
agenda to deem Lots 14 and 16 and Blocks 24 and 25, Plan 59M-327, to no
longer be within the registered Plan of Subdivision, to enable the four parcels
of land to merge into two parcels for detached dwellings.
RSC-2019-22
Proposed Revision to Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee Terms of
Reference
The report recommends that Council approve the proposed revision to Mayor's
Youth Advisory Committee Terms of Reference.
TS-2016-28
Jepson Street at Second Avenue - Intersection Control Review
The report recommends that an all-way stop control be installed at the
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intersection of Jepson Street at Second Avenue.
TS-2019-30
Stanley Avenue Industrial Park
Intersection Control Reviews
The report recommends that a stop sign is installed in the minor street
approach at each intersection as outlined in the report.
TS-2019-31
Vine Street
Parking Control Review
The report recommends that an "Except by Permit" tab be added to the
existing No Parking Monday to Friday from 6:00PM to 8:00Pm and Saturday
and Sunday 8:00AM to 1:00PM between May and October on both sides of
Vine Street from a point 40 metres west of Dayman Avenue and a point 144
metres east of Dayman Avenue.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
11.1. Project Share - Out of the Cold (Updated budget added)
Requesting funds.
RECOMMENDATION - For Council's Consideration
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approves the $20,000.00
request to help cover the salary for a manager at the Out of the Cold
homeless shelter.
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Carried Unanimously
11.2. Niagara Region - Various Correspondence (Regional Report added)
• Regional Report - PHD 17-2019 Respecting Mental Health and
Addictions Collaborative Work - Niagara Region's
Involvement.The report is being circulated to all Local Area
Municipalities for information.
• Regional Report - PDS-34-2019 Re: Grants and Incentives
Review
RECOMMENDATION - For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council receive and file the correspondence
for information.
Carried Unanimously
11.3. Niagara Region 2020 Legislative Schedule of Regular Meetings
Regional Council at its meeting held on September 19, 2019, approved
the 2020 Legislative Schedule of Regular Meetings.
RECOMMENDATION - For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
11.4. Greater Niagara Circle Route Committee
The Region has requested that Council appoint one (1) member as a
representative on the GNCRC.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council select a representative to the
Committee
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the request be forwarded to the
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Recreation and Park in the City Committees to ask for a representative
and to further add the request to our website.
Carried Unanimously
11.5. Resolutions - City of Kitchener
i) Single Use Disposable Wipes
ii) Producer Requirements for Packaging in Ontario
Council resolutions from the City of Kitchener.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
11.6. Resolution - Municipality of Chatham-Kent regarding Provincial
Funding Cuts to Legal Aid Ontario
Council resolution from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council supports the resolution.
Carried Unanimously
11.7. Proclamation Request - "Fire Prevention Week"
Fire Chief, Jim Boutilier, is requesting the week of
October 6 to October, 12, 2019 proclaimed as "Fire Prevention Week."
This year's theme is, "Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice
Your Escape."
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
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Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the City declare the week of October 6
to October 12, 2019 as "Fire Prevention Week."
Carried Unanimously
11.8. Proclamation Request - "Waste Reduction Week"
The proclamation request is to recognize "Waste Reduction Week"
which will take place from October 21-27, 2019.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the City declare the week of "October 21-27,
2019 as "Waste Reduction Week."
Carried Unanimously
11.9. Proclamation Request - "National Disability Employment
Awareness Month"
The proclamation request is to recognize October as "Disability
Employment Awareness Month."
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the City recognize October as "Disability
Employment Awareness Month."
Carried Unanimously
11.10. Proclamation Request - British Home Children 150th Anniversary
Requesting the City to declare Saturday, September 28th, 2019 as
"British Home Children - 150 Anniversary Day."
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the City declare Saturday, September 28th,
2019 as "British Home Children - 150 Anniversary Day."
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Carried Unanimously
11.11. Proclamation Request -World Bullying Prevention Awareness Day
Request for Council to declare Monday, October 7th, 2019 as World
Bullying Prevention Day.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the City dec/are Monday, October 7, 2019
as "World Bullying Prevention Day."
Carried Unanimously
11.12. Matthew Daniele Memorial Fundraiser
"An Enchanted Evening," In loving memory of Matthew Daniele to be
held on Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 at John Michael's Banquet &
Conference Centre.
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Councillors have an option to purchase
individual tickets for the Matthew Daniele Memorial Fundraiser on
Saturday, November 2, 2019 from funds within their Councillor expense
allowance and to provide a gift for the auction table at the event.
Carried Unanimously
11.13. Lake Ontario Water Levels
The attached correspondence from various municipalities within the Bay
of Quinte region highlights the concerns surrounding water levels in
Lake Ontario. The support of municipalities along the shores of Lake
Ontario is being sought to apply greater pressure to the International
Joint Commission and the Provincial and Federal Governments for the
revocation of the Lake Ontario - St. Lawrence River Plan 2014.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
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Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council supports the initiatives of the Lake
Ontario water levels as explained in correspondence.
Carried Unanimously
11.14. Portage Road - Resident Petitions
Portage Road residents seeking assistance from Council to intervene in
an effort to stop/control the noise/speed issues at the corner of Thorold
Stone Road and Portage Roads.
RECOMMENDATION: That the matter be referred to staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the matter be referred to staff and that
staff inform the Niagara Region and the NRP to investigate what can be
done.
Carried Unanimously
11.15. Niagara Falls Public Library - Interlibrary Loan Borrowing/Support
for SOLS/OLS North
The memo attached contains information for Council on the Interlibrary
Loan Borrowing Service at the Library.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the Motion.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council supports the endeavors of the
Niagara Falls Public Library in support of continued and sustained
funding to the Ontario Library Services agencies, so that equitable
Library Services remain accessible to all members of our community.
Carried Unanimously
11.16. Special Occasions Permit -The Great Canadian Caesarfest Niagara
Falls
A request is being made to have a special event, "The Great Canadian
Caesarfest Niagara Falls," taking place on Saturday, November 2nd at
the Scotiabank Convention Centre, be declared by Council as an Event
of Municipal Significance in order to assist with their request for a liquor
licence through the AGCO.
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RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the request to have a
special event, "The Great Canadian Caesarfest Niagara Falls,"be
declared an Event of Municipal Significance.
Carried Unanimously
11.17. Noise By-law Exemption - Proposed Road Closure 6457 RR57 at St.
James Avenue
Second 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 Wendy's
Restaurant on the corner of St. James Avenue and Thorold Stone Road.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the request for a noise by-law
exemption be denied for the construction on Thorold Stone Road and
St. James Avenue for the connection of services for the Wendy's
Restaurant.
Carried Unanimously
12. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA
a) Ratification of In-Camera
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council direct staff to proceed with offers to
purchase land within the Montrose Business Park.
Carried Unanimously
13. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
2019- A by-law to authorize the payment of$41,115,049.08 for General
106 - Purposes.
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2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
107 - employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate
108 - parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stop Signs At Intersections)
2019- A by-law to designate Lots 14 and 16 and Blocks 24 and 25, Plan 59M-
109 - 327, to be deemed not to be within a registered plan of subdivision (DB-
2019-002).
2019- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
110 - meeting held on the 1st day of October, 2019.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously
14. NEW BUSINESS
a) Bike Lanes
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that staff report back to increase the service
standards for street cleaners/sweepers to clean debris within bike lanes
more than once per year.
Carried Unanimously
15. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the meeting be adjourned at 7:15 pm.
Carried Unanimously
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