01-14-2020 Niagara MINUTES
City Council Meeting
Fails Tuesday, January 14, 2020, Council Chambers
cANAIA 5:00 PM
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor
Wayne Thomson, Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Councillor Lori Lococo,
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Councillor Wayne
Campbell
COUNCIL ABSENT:
COUNCIL LATE:
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1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 3:30 PM
1.1. Resolution to go In-Camera
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council enter into an In-Camera
session.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
2. CALL TO ORDER
0 Canada - Performed by: Stela Trudeau
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of December 10, 2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of December 10, 2019 be
approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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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 #433501, payable to herself, dated December 4, 2019
for $384.02 (reimbursement of expenses); cheque #432467, payable to
herself, dated November 1, 2019 for$425.00 (reimbursement of
expenses for Texas session); cheque #432581, payable to herself,
dated November 6, 2019 for $792.87 (reimbursement of expenses for
Texas session); cheque #432333, payable to herself, dated October 31,
2019 for $115.34 (reimbursement of expenses); cheque #433317,
payable to board that she sits on, dated November 27, 2019 for
$2,333.33 (payable to Niagara Falls Art Galle for ry); cheque #433341,
payable to board that she sits on, dated November 27, 2019 for
$24,866.66 (payable to Project Share) and cheque #433541, payable to
board that she sits on, dated December 4, 2019 for $515.84 (payable to
Project Share).
b) Councillor Carolynn loannoni indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque
#432466, payable to herself.
c) Councillor Victor Pietrangelo indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque
#433111, payable to himself, for materials.
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended his wishes hoping that everyone had a restful
holiday and further discussed New Year's Eve in Niagara Falls and its
great success:
• Performances by Bryan Adams, Walk Off The Earth and Valerie
Borghesi.
• More than 60 thousand attendees.
• Two fireworks shows.
• Great nationally televised coverage on CBC.
• CBC said they had "won the night" with more viewers tuning in to
their broadcast in Canada than to Times Square with Ryan
Seacrest.
• Thank you to Serge Felicetti, the team at the Niagara Parks
Commission and great organizing committee.
b) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Eric Spink,
retired City employee, from our Municipal Works Department.
Mayor Diodati also extended condolences on the passing of Alex Luey,
son of Cat Luey of our Finance Department stating that everyone has
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likely read about Alex's journey and that he is in a better place now. Our
community sends love to his family.
c) Mayor Diodati recognized the OPG Winter Festival of Lights as it came
to a close this past Sunday, January 12, 2019. Highlights of the
Festival: interactive displays/instagrammable/sharable lighting that
engaged the public in the festival.
d) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Pietrangelo for attending the 5th
Annual New Year's Levee at the Niagara Falls Armoury.
e) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 28, 2020.
6. APPOINTMENTS / PRESENTATIONS
All speakers are reminded that they have a maximum of 5 minutes to make
their presentation.
6.1. Retirement Presentation - Sherman Zavitz, City Historian
Mayor Diodati recognized Sherman Zavitz, City of Niagara Falls' City
Historian, for his many years of service.
Mayor Diodati made the following presentation:
• Today—we say goodbye to our long-time official city historian,
Sherman Zavitz.
• This is actually a historic moment in itself, as Sherman has been
in this role since before 1995.
• We have been so fortunate to have had Sherman in this role,
acting as an ear for questions from residents, visitors, political
officials and history buffs of all kinds for more than 25 years.
• Sherman taught school for 35 years, mostly grades 4, 5 and 6 at
several Niagara Falls schools.
• Sherman has always been interested in Canadian history, in
particular the history of Niagara Falls and area.
• He has also been the official historian for the Niagara Parks
Commission for many years.
• He has been actively involved in many heritage organizations for
more than forty years, holding various positions including: past
president of the Lundy's Lane Historical Society and past chair of
the City of Niagara Falls Board of Museums.
• Sherman served on both the Local Architectural Conservation
Authority Committee and on the Board for the Canadian Canal
Society.
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• Sherman is an accomplished and popular local history tour guide
and is frequently in demand as a speaker.
• He has hosted countless local walking tours, appeared frequently
on TV, films and radio and presented a series of historical
vignettes on the radio station CJRN.
• Being a local heritage expert, Sherman has written several
illustrated books about Niagara Falls.
• He also contributed to weekly local history columns called A
Niagara Note, for The Niagara Falls Review between 1991 and
2017.
• For more than 10 years, he produced a photo feature known as
Niagara Then & Now starting in 1994.
• According to Sherman, one of the highlights of his career was
being chief editor of a book that came out in 2004 called Images
of a Century, commemorating the City's 100th anniversary.
• Sherman's contributions to the City of Niagara Falls have been
recognized both city-wide and provincially with volunteer service
awards for his commitment to furthering our knowledge and
appreciation of both this city and our region's fascinating history.
• Sherman will be thanked and officially recognized by the
community at a public celebration at the Niagara Falls History
Museum on the evening of March 4th which I hope you all will
attend.
• At that time we look forward to presenting Sherman with a key to
the city of Niagara Falls.
• As well—I am pleased to announce that we will officially name
the theatre at the Museum, "The Sherman Zavitz Theatre!"
• Please join me in congratulating Sherman and thanking him for
all he has given to our community over these many years.
• Jim Diodati, Wayne Campbell, Carolynn loannoni, Vince Kerrio,
Victor Pietrangelo, Mike Strange, Wayne Thomson, and Chris
Dabrowski
o This board is hand-made at our very own Heartland Forest
in Niagara Falls.
o Many of you know that Heartland Forest is a special place
in our community
• uses natural and outdoor resources to educate
young people
• and especially provide a place where people with
special needs can get engaged, participate and
hone their skills in certain areas.
o The Heartland Forest woodworking shop is one of those
areas.
o We are so pleased to support that good work by
presenting gifts that are created at Heartland Forest.
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o For us they have a special meaning when they are made
there, also paying homage to the environment and Niagara
landscape around us using local wood and locally sourced
materials.
o Sherman, we hope you enjoy this gift made especially for
you –with the crest of Niagara Falls carved in the wood,
as a reminder of your fond days as our official historian.
6.2. Retirement Presentation - Kevin Dallman
Mayor Diodati recognized Niagara Falls native, Kevin Dallman on his
recent retirement from professional hockey.
Mayor Diodati made the following presentation:
• We are pleased to recognize Kevin Dallman today on his robust
and successful hockey career.
• Kevin recently retired from professional hockey.
• He played several seasons in the NHL for the Boston Bruins, St.
Louis Blues and LA Kings.
• Eventually he made the hard decision to leave the NHL and go
over to the KHL in Russia.
• In his first season there he beat all of the defensive records in the
league.
• He also made the All Start tream in the league for the next
several years.
• He was named captain of his team, the "Astana Barys" in
Kazakhstan.
• After 10 years in the KHL Kevin decided to retire and remains in
the top 10 all time point leaders in the KHL.
• Kevin played for the Niagara Falls Canucks back in 1996-1998
winning the Sutherland Cup.
• At this time we would like to present Kevin with a framed Niagara
Falls print, photographed by Niagara's own Paul Augustino. Jim
Diodati, Wayne Campbell, Carolynn loannoni, Vince Kerrio, Victor
Pietrangelo, Mike Strange, Wayne Thomson, and Chris
Dabrowski
• Kevin—your community is proud of you and wish you all the best
in your retirement from professional hockey!
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6.3. Heart Niagara
Dr. Stafford Dobbin, Heart Niagara, updated Council on the Healthy
Heart Schools' Program and the 2020 Roaring Twenties Gala. The goal
of the Gala is to celebrate the contributions of Heart Niagara, showcase
the community profile while raising money for the delivery of the Healthy
Heart Schools' Program. The dollars raised through participation,
sponsorship and corporate patrons will be specifically invested in
strategies focused on residents in the Niagara Region and their families.
The 2020 Roaring Twenties Gala will be held on Friday, February 7,
2020 at the Americana Conference Resort Spa and Waterpark.
6.4. Austin, Texas Presentation - Community First program
Councillor Carolynn loannoni and Councillor Lori Lococo updated
Council on what they learned at the Texas workshop relating to the
Community First program.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Council designate a staff member with
a social lens to be specifically responsible for addressing and
researching the emerging needs of homelessness and housing
solutions.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution - Homelessness Funding (Moved up in agenda from 17 - 18
Item 9, 3rd resolution)
Councillor Lococo would like to propose the following resolution
regarding Homeless Funding provided from the Province.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded
by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the resolution be approved.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution - Homelessness Funding
7. REPORTS
7.1. TS-2020-06
Rainbow Crosswalk Request
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The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the installation of a rainbow crosswalk at
the intersection of Queen Street and Erie Avenue on a single
approach (west side).
2. That Council approve the funding required to undertake this
request at the estimated cost of$14,000.
Resident Falynn Shaw addressed Council by speaking in favour of the
recommendation.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council refer the matter back to Staff to meet
with the Downtown BIA to cover half of the cost of the crosswalk on the
south side of the intersection of Queen Street and Erie Avenue and to
investigate alternative means of financing and report back to Council by
January 28, 2020. Furthermore, that Staff also continue to meet with
other BIA's for proposed locations and cost-sharing.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
7.2. TS-2020-01
Bridgewater Street - Parking Review
Residents may wish to speak to the report
The report recommends the following:
1. expand the pavement width on Bridgewater Street between Dock
Street and the southwestern terminus of Bridgewater Street to the
City's local road standard of 8.0 metres by undertaking a full
width road rehabilitation with hot-mix asphalt. That the project
with anticipated costs of$330,000 be referred to the 2021 capital
budget deliberations.
2. Prohibit parking at all times on the southeast (residential side)
side of Bridgewater Street between Dock Street and the western
limit of Bridgewater Street including the entire turning basin at the
end of the street;
3. Prohibit drivers from parking in the parking areas established on
the river side near Sophia Avenue, except for vehicles that are
parked parallel and alongside Bridgewater Street;
4. Staff continue enforcing all existing parking bylaws.
The following residents addressed Council speaking to this matter:
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1) Peter Elia, of 4116 Bridgewater Street spoke in opposition to the
widening of the road and recommended that parking is allowed on the
house side of street.
2) Nathalie Boyd, of 3800 Bridgewater Street agrees that the street
needs to be addressed and that parking is an issue.
3) Paul Walker, of 4019 Main Street spoke in opposition to the widening
of the street.
4) Rob Booth, of 4104 Bridgewater Street agrees that parking should
be allowed on the river side of street.
5) Mary-Ann McKinley, of 4092 Bridgewater Street spoke addressing
the need for parking to be allowed on the river side of street.
6) Charles Aquilina, of 3892 Bridgewater Street spoke in opposition to
any road widening.
7) Randy Somerville, of Bridgewater Street spoke stating that he does
not see parking as a problem.
8) Natalie Boyd, of 3800 Bridgewater Street, addressed Council a
second time with a recommendation/proposed option of creating a one-
way street.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council refer Staff to come back with a
report considering comments raised by residents and to extend the
study area to include the northerly limit to Portage Road.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
7.3. F-2020-03
2017 Consolidated Financial Statements
The report recommends for the information of Council.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be received and filed and
approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Mayor Diodati and
Councillor Mike Strange was absent from the vote).
7.4. PBD-2020-07
AM-2018-023, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5510-5526 & 5536 Ferry Street, 5916 Allendale Avenue & 5943
Stanley Avenue
Modifications to Previously Approved Mixed Use Development
Revised Proposal: 6 Storey Hotel (148 rooms), 7 Storey Mixed Use
Building (65 dwelling units and 893 square metres of commercial
floor space) & 30 Storey Apartment Building (285 dwelling units)
Applicant: La Pue International Inc. (Pawel Fugiel)
Agent: Michael Allen
The report recommends the following:
1. That subject to subsection 34(17) of the Planning Act, Council
determine that the changes to the proposed by-law for the
development are minor in nature and that no further notice is
necessary and pass the resolution regarding this matter included
in tonight's agenda; and
2. That Council pass the amending zoning by-law included in
tonight's agenda.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried (Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Mayor Diodati, Councillor Mike
Strange and Councillor Chris Dabrowski were absent from the vote and
Councillor Thomson was opposed).
8. 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.
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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-2020-01
Fee Waiver Applications
Social and Racial Tolerance & The Book Riot
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2020-01
Monthly Tax Receivables Report— November
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2020-02
Municipal Accounts
The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling
$25,073,267.43 for the period October 25, 2019 to December 4, 2019.
TS-2020-04
Ferguson Street— Parking Review
The report recommends that the existing 'No Parking' zone on the southeast
side of Ferguson Street from River Road to a point 19 metres southwest of
River Road be extended to a point 33 metres southwest of River Road.
TS-2020-05
Brady Street/ Fairway Road @ Glengowan Crescent
Intersection Control Review
The report recommends that a stop sign facing westbound motorists on
Glengowan Crescent be installed at Brady Street/Fairway Road.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor
Lori Lococo that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni and Councillor Chris
Dabrowski was absent from the vote).
The following 3 reports were pulled from the Consent Agenda: 19 - 21
PBD-2020-01
AM-2017-021, Exemption Request to 2-Year
Waiting Period for Minor Variance
Legends Phase 3 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
South Side of Weinbrenner Road East of Willoughby Drive
Applicant: 800460 Ontario Limited (Fred Costabile)
Agent: Upper Canada Consultants (Craig Rohe)
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 800460 Ontario Limited to file an application to the City's
Committee of Adjustment for their Plan of Vacant Land Condominium on the
subject lands.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended and to
include the correspondence from resident Linda Manson by adding her letter to
Council to the minutes.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni and Councillor Chris
Dabrowski was absent from the vote).
Legends 2-year Exemption Request
TS-2020-02
Sarah Street, Ussher Street, Chipman Crescent,
Parkway Drive, Breadner Crescent
Parking Control Review
The report recommends that a 'No Parking' restriction be established on:
1. both sides of Sarah Street between Main Street and the eastern
terminus of Sarah Street;
2. the east side of Ussher Street between Sarah Street and Chipman
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Crescent;
3. the west side of Chipman Crescent between Sarah Street and Cattell
Drive;
4. the east side of Parkway Drive between Callan Street and Cattell Drive;
and
5. the west side of Breadner Crescent between Parkway Drive (north) and
Parkway Drive (south).
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by Councillor
Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the vote).
TS-2020-03
Fing land Street— Speed Control Review
The report recommends the following:
1. That the speed control plan consisting of four (4) speed cushions on
Fingland Street between Drummond Road and Morrison Street be
approved;
2. That flexible delineators be installed to narrow the opening of Fingland
Street at Drummond Road;
3. That heavy vehicles be prohibited on Fingland Street between
Drummond Road and Morrison Street; and,
4. That construction of four (4) speed cushions and the installation of the
flexible delineators be referred to the 2021 Capital Budget deliberations.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as recommended but
that recommendation #4 be changed to allow for the construction of four(4)
speed cushions and the installation of the flexible delineators be referred to the
2020 Capital Budget deliberations to be paid for out of the OLG funding or
other funds if available.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the vote).
9. RESOLUTIONS
Resolution - AM-2017-021, Exemption Request to 2-Year
Waiting Period for Minor Variance
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Legends Phase 3 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
South Side of Weinbrenner Road East of Willoughby Drive
Applicant: 800460 Ontario Limited (Fred Costabile)
Agent: Upper Canada Consultants (Craig Rohe)
Resolution - AM-2018-023 -
Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5510-5526 & 5536 Ferry Street, 5916 Allendale Avenue & 5943 Stanley
Avenue
Modifications to Previously Approved Mixed Use Development
Revised Proposal: 6 Storey Hotel (148 rooms), 7 Storey Mixed Use
Building (65 dwelling units and 893 square metres of commercial floor
space) & 30 Storey Apartment Building (285 dwelling units)
Applicant: La Pue International Inc. (Pawel Fugiel)
Agent: Michael Allen
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by Councillor
Wayne Campbell that the resolutions be approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the vote).
10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
10.1. City of Stratford - Resolution in Support of Conservation
Authorities
Strafford City Council recently adopted a resolution in support of
continuation of programs of Ontario Conservation Authorities and
requesting the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks give
clear direction regarding what is considered mandatory or non-
mandatory and how programs will be funded.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
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10.2. 2020 Niagara Icewine Festival
Niagara Grape & Wine Festival is requesting that the City declare their
new Icewine event, the "Snow Globe Soiree," taking place from January
16 through to February 16, 2020 as "municipally significant" in order to
assist with obtaining a Special Occasion permit from the AGCO.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council approve as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
11. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
2020- A by-law to authorize the payment of$25,073,267.43 for General
1 - Purposes.
2020- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
2 - employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
2020- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the development of
3 - stacked townhouse dwellings and townhouse dwellings on the Lands
(AM-2019-009).
2020- A by-law to designate Part of Lots 43, 44, 45 and 47 and Lots 46, 48, 49,
4 - 50, 51, 52, 61, 62, 63, 64 and 65, Plan 273, to be deemed not to be within a
registered plan of subdivision (DB-2020-001).
2020- A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with Canadian
5 - Niagara Hotels Inc. pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c. P.13 respecting the provision of certain facilities, services and
matters by Canadian Niagara Hotels Inc. in return for an amendment to
By-law No.79-200.
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2020- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200 to permit the construction of a 6
6 - storey hotel, a 7 storey mixed use building and a 30 storey apartment
building on the Lands (AM-2018-023).
2020- A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with La Pue
7 - International Inc. pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c. P.13 respecting the provision of certain facilities, services and
matters by La Pue International Inc. in return for an amendment to By-
law No.79-200.
2020- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
8 - meeting held on the 14th day of January, 2020.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
12. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA
None to report.
13. NEW BUSINESS
a) Mewburn Bridge
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Staff address the speed limits on Mewburn
Road and consult with Niagara-on-the-Lake to do the same.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
b) Coldest Night of the Year
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council request that the City puts together a
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team to sponsor the Coldest Night of the Year to be held on February
22, 2020.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
14. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the meeting be adjourned at 8:17 pm.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
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The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Resolution
January 14, 2020
No.
Moved by:
Seconded by:
WHEREAS Niagara Regional government has recognized the needs of Niagara's
homeless in this council's strategic plan.
WHEREAS faced with growing service demands and inadequate funding, Niagara
Regional council has repeatedly placed a spotlight on these needs and additionally
increased its own funding to address local homelessness and poverty.
WHEREAS despite highlighting disparities, the current Provincial homelessness funding
formula has not evolved to address changing economic conditions across the province,
or reflect local need. Funding allocations should be aligned with a mix of indicators to
reflect community need, such as population, caseloads on social assistance (Ontario
Disability Support Program and Ontario Works), and deep core need as examples.
Municipality Population—2016 Census 2019/2020 Funding Allocation Funding Per Capita
Windsor 398,953 $10,703,752 $26.83
Hamilton 536,917 $19,645,911 $36.59
Waterloo 535,154 $10,682,886 $19.96
Region of Niagara 447,888 $7,847,786 $17.52
WHEREAS Niagara is similar to much of southern Ontario whereby our shelter system is
operating at over 100 per cent capacity consistently. However, where Niagara differs is
the significant change in our rental vacancy rates, putting increasing pressures on
shelters, as individuals and families cannot exit the system to affordable rental and
housing options. Specifically, vacancy rates that would support singles demonstrate a
significant challenge to find housing.
Primary Rental Market Vacancy Rates(Niagara Falls)
2015 2016 2017 2018
Bachelor unknown 0.0 0.0 unknown
1 Bedroom 2.0 3.6 1.8 unknown
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Note: unknown means insufficient or unreliable data for that type of unit for that period.
WHEREAS lower vacancy rates, combined with rising house prices and a significant
senior's population, have further challenged the homelessness system in Niagara, along
with the community agencies that deliver support services in partnership with the Region.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED That the City of Niagara Falls asks that the
homelessness funding be reviewed by the Provincial government as well as the Regional
Municipality of Niagara to align to local indicators of need (population, core housing,
social) through a realignment of existing funding, or through allocations of new/future
funding.
AND FURTHER that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Minister of Municipal Affairs
and Housing, Steve Clark, MPP Wayne Gates, MPP Sam Oosterhoff, MPP Jennie
Stevens, MPP Jeff Burch, Niagara Regional Council, Niagara Region Commissioner
Community Services Adrienne Jugley, Niagara Region Chair Jim Bradley, Niagara
Region Acting CAO Ron Tripp and all Local Area Municipalities of Niagara.
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
WILLIAM G. MATSON JAMES M. DIODATI
CITY CLERK MAYOR
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TO: Wayne Campbell,Wayne Thomson cc: Victor Pietrangelo, Alex Herlovitz
RE: (Tonight)January 14th,2020 Council Meeting
8. CONSENT AGENDA...
PBD-2020-01 (pages 201 -206)
AM-2017-021,Exemption Request to 2-Year Waiting Period for Minor Variance
Legends Phase 3 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
I am writing to ask that you remove the above consent agenda item from the initial vote...
In order to make a public correction—to ensure it does not happen again going forward.
I have no objection to staff recommendation to grant exemption of the 2-year waiting period for
Minor Variance(it's only two months early); and no objection to sending the variance request to
the very capable Committee of Adjustment.
What I object to is what's missing in two sections of the text and on the(2)maps:
SCHEDULE 2-MAP(page 205):
The centre area between top and bottom PROVINCIALLY SIGNIFICANT WETLANDs ...
*Should be clearly marked:"TO BE PRESERVED PART OF EPA"in same size font as PSWs.
Instead,it is shown only as"PHASE 3"(which should be removed as misleading).
—The developer had every intention of developing this section on its initial application.
—We,the people,fought hard to save this vital interior forest.
—Council approved it as EPA on the Zoning By-Law.
—It is essential information to be considered in any decision making.
*Same applies to a smaller area in the lower right corner of this map.
SCHEDULE 3 -MAP(page 206)
Area below units 12-16 should be marked"TO BE PRESERVED PART OF EPA"
BACKROUND ... Proposal(First paragraph, 3rd-to-last line)
"Road while protecting a wetland(zoned EPA)and interior forest areas(to be preserved part of
EPA)on the parcel." —needs to be added
ANALYSIS ... Second paragraph,2'line)
... and from 6 metres to 3 metres(measured to an EPA zone)for units 11 13, 14 and 15..."
—needs to be added
Thank you for your attention to this,and best wishes to all for a great 2020.
Linda Manson
P.S. I am attaching the map sent with notification of the original public meeting on this request
(scheduled for the Jan 28th council meeting). Strangely, it included the EPAs.
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