08/11/2020Niagara �� MINUTES
City Council Meeting
C Tuesday, August 11, 2020
C A N Al) A Council Chambers/Zoom App at 1:00 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 Wayne Campbell
COUNCIL ABSENT: Councillor Carolynn loannoni
STAFF PRESENT: Alex Herlovitch, Erik Nickel, Jim Boutilier, Trent Dark, Kathy Moldenhauer,
Serge Felicetti, Ed Lustig, Tiffany Clark, Ken Todd, IT Support, Suzanne
Anderson (Via Zoom App)
Bill Matson, Shawn Oatley (Chambers)
IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL -12:00 PM
a) Resolution to go In -Camera
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council enter into an In -Camera
session.
Carried Unanimously
2 CALL TO ORDER
O Canada -Performed by 7 local musical talents (recorded version)
3 ADOPTION OF MINUTES
a) Council Minutes of July 14, 2020
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of July 14, 2020 be approved
as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
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vote .
b) Council Minutes of Special Council Meeting -July 20, 2020
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of July 20, 2020 be approved
as recommended.
Carried Unanimously_(Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent 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 Lococo indicated a pecuniary interest, cheque number
438739 (dated June 30, 2020 for $7500.00) made payable to the
Niagara Falls Art Gallery, where she sits on the board as a resident.
b) Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque # 438860, refund
to himself.
c) Councillor Kerrio indicated a pecuniary interest on the in -camera item on
the Cultural Hub, he has an interest in a property with on of the people
tendering on the sods.
d)
Councillor Kerrio indicated a
pecuniary interest
to report TS -2020-22 -
Centre Street Closure, as he
owns a property on Victoria Avenue.
5 MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati welcomed Connor Michael Robert Nicholson, new baby
for Peter and Kyra Nicholson.
b) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Fred Hall, a
retired firefighter.
c) Mayor Diodati acknowledged Councillor Mike Strange's 50th birthday on
August 6th.
d) Mayor Diodati extended condolences to the family of Julianne Miszk a
friend of the community who was recognized for her achievements in
running and she will be dearly missed.
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e) Mayor Diodati recognized the COD-19 Testing Centre for Tourism
employees which is located at the Scotiabank Centre, This Centre
supports safety and peace of mind in our tourism sector for employees
and their families as well as visitors, while not causing unnecessary
back-ups at other testing sites in our City.
f) Mayor Diodati recognized Clifton Hill and the closure of the parking lane
for additional spacing for pedestrians.
g) Mayor Diodati recognized Minister MacLeod's visit and indicated they
are closely watching and supporting Niagara Falls.
h) Mayor Diodati indicated that the AMO conference will be held virtually
which will include virtual delegations.
i) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Mike Strange for attending the
Illumination of the falls with the Egyptian Ambassador.
j) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday September 15th,
2020,
APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS/REPORTS
All speakers are reminded that they have a maximum of 5 minutes to make
their presentation.
a) Appointment Request -Incidents of Injustice
Niagara Regional Councillor Bob Gale, along with Sherri Darlene, whom
represents "Justice4Blacklives" shared their opinions in an effort to
educate others.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council receive the presentation from Sherri
Darlene forinformation and referthe "Justice4Blacklives"group to the
Anti -racism Committee and to also include an opportunity for Sherri
Darlene the use of temporary office space to be arranged with City Staff.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
b) MW -2020-16
Residential Urban Drainage Assistance Policy and Pilot Program
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The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve of the Residential Urban Drainage
Assistance Policy and Pilot Program as outlined in report MW -
2020 -16; and further,
2. That Council direct Staff to allocate a maximum of $50,000 from
prior operating budget contributions towards implementation of
qualifying residential drainage improvement projects to be
undertaken in the 2021 calendar year.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
PLANNING MATTERS
a) Public Meeting
PBD -2020-47
AM -2020-003, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5841-5851 Victoria Avenue (Parcel 1)
5082 Magdalan Street (Parcel 2)
Proposal: Two, 10 storey Additions to the Existing Hotel on Parcel
1 With Off -Site Parking on Parcel 2
Applicant: A Varalli & Family Ltd.
Agent: Broderick and Partners (Italia Gilberti) and Peter Lesdow
The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law
amendment application to rezone Parcel 1 a site specific Tourist
Commercial (TC) zone to permit the construction of two, 10 storey wings
to the existing 10 storey hotel on Parcel 1, and a portion of the required
parking to be provided off-site on Parcel 2, subject to the regulations
outlined in this report.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the recommendations in
the report and work with the applicant or their agents in the site plan
process to address their concerns with
A 1.8 metre high wood screening fence and retaining current
grassed areas in a 6 metre wide landscape strip along the west
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lot line abutting residential properties;
A 3 metre wide strip to be reduced to a 1 metre wide strip as
shown on the site plan along the south-east lot line, within 30
metres of Magdalen Street.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor CarolVnn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote .
REPORTS
a) CAO -2020-02
Regional Request for Support of "Coalition of Inclusive
Municipalities" Initiative
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receive this report and consider supporting the
Niagara Region's application to join the Coalition of Inclusive
Municipalities in pursuit of the ultimate goal of making Niagara
region an inclusive and supportive community for all residents
and visitors;
2. That in order for regional municipalities to participate, the
Coalition of Inclusive Municipalities has requested that each
municipal Council pass a motion of support and participate in a
media release and possible media event (as coordinated by
Niagara Region with the municipalities) at a date to be
determined;
3. That the Mayor sign the Declaration on behalf of the City of
Niagara Falls to support the Region joining the Coalition of
Inclusive Municipalites.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote .
b) F-2020-38
COVID-19 Financial Update
The report recommends that the report entitled "COVID-19 Financial
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Projections Update" be received for information.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council receive for information.
Carried Unanimousl�(Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
c) PBD -2020-48
26CD-11-2018-001
Request to Modify Conditions of Draft Plan Approval
Badger Condominium, 7712 Badger Road
Applicant: 1962855 Ontario Inc. (Lucy Borghesi)
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council amend the conditions of Draft Plan Approval to
remove the words "a sidewalk to Badger Road and" from
Condition 6 and remove Condition 16 in its entirety; and
2. That Council extend draft plan approval until April 24, 2022.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
d) PBD -2020-52
26CD-11-2017-007, Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
Request to Remove Condition of Draft Plan Approval
4552 Portage Road
Applicant: Sleek Developments Inc.
The report recommends the following:
1. That subject to subsection 51(47) of the Planning Acf, 1990
R.S.O., Council consider passing the resolution on today's
agenda to deem the changes requested by Sleek Developments
Inc. to conditions of approval for the Draft Plan of Vacant Land
Condominium at 4552 Portage Road to be minor; and determine
that no further notice is required; and
2. That the request to delete Condition 16 from the conditions of
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draft approval for the Plan of vacant Land Condominium on 4552
Portage Road be approved.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote),
e) R&C-2020-04
Construction of Cultural Hub
Megan Torza, Consultant with dtah, will be available to answer any
question that Council may have.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council award the contract to Garritano Brothers Ltd. for the
construction of the Culture Hub & Farmers' Market at the
tendered price of $11,679.280.00 plus HST.
2. That Council approve an additional budget of $1,200,00.00
bringing the total budget for the Culture Hub project from
$14,050,000.00 to $15,250,000.00 with the additional
$1,200,000.00 to be funded from debentures.
3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute this
Agreement.
4. That Council approve the name of Niagara Falls Exchange for the
new facility.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried UnanimouslylCouncillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
f) TS -2020-22
Centre Street Closure -Update
The report recommends that the following report be received for the
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formation of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive for information.
Carried Unanimously with Councillor Kerrio declaring a conflict
(Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the vote).
g) MW -2020-21
Fallsview Pedestrian Walkway Extension to Robinson Street
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council authorize the expenditure of $250,000 from the
Fallsview Parkland Reserves for the construction of the Fallsview
pedestrian walkway extension to Robinson Street as outlined in
Report MW -2020-21.
2. That Council authorize the extension of current maintenance
contracts with Gauboc Construction Ltd. and Lawns and More
Inc. order to complete the works.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor CarolVnn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
h) MW -2020-20
Chippawa Sewer Relief Summary
The report recommends that Council receive the following report for
information containing a summary of efforts and dollars spent to deal
with ongoing sanitary sewer servicing issues within the Chippawa Area.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council direct Staff to move forward with a
Chippawa Servicing Strategy specifically including gravity drainage to
the new (proposed) Wastewater Treatment Plant, eliminating the
pumping of sewage across the Welland River, including allowance for
future servicing capabilities. And that this resolution be provided to the
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Region for their support and possible inclusion in their ongoing planning
and development efforts.
Carried Unanimous lv (Councillor Carolvnn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote).
81. 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 -2020-05
Fee Waiver Application
Celebrate Our Downtown — Cruising on the Q
The report recommends that Council approve the Fee Waiver Application for:
1. Celebrate Our Downtown's annual Cruising on the Q car shows taking
place on Queen Street in the amount of $2,700.00 for the road closure
labour and materials costs.
F-2020-35
Monthly Tax Receivables Report—June
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2020-37
Municipal Accounts
The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling
$5,526,250.59 for the period June 25, 2020 to July 15, 2020.
MW -2020-17
Firemen's Park Tender Award/Update
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The report recommends the following:
1. That contract 2020-487-19 Firemen's Park Amphitheatre Improvements
be awarded to the lowest bidder C.R.L Campbell Construction and
Drainage LTD. at the tender bid price of $290,049.00 + applicable taxes.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
contract documents.
3. That Council authorize a 2021 a 2021 pre -budget allocation of $250,000
to be used as additional funding to complete additional Phase 1
Improvements works to Firemen's Park,
MW -2020-18
Weinbrenner Road Extension Improvements
The report recommends the following:
1. That Staff be directed to complete the Weinbrenner Road Extension
Improvements in conjunction with cost sharing with the development of
the Legends Phase 3 Vacant Land Condominium.
2. That Council authorize Staff to execute a temporary access agreement
and land transfer swap agreement with the Niagara Parks Commission
for the proposed extension and turnaround on Weinbrenner Road.
3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute all necessary
legal agreements and/or temporary licence documents.
MW -2020-19
Neighbourhood Parks Improvements Contract 2020-506-20
Supply and Installation of Playground Equipment Award
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council award the Neighbourhood Parks Improvements Contract
2020-506-20 for playground area site improvements to the lowest
compliant bidder, Peters Excavating Inc. for $892,626.00 + applicable
taxes.
2. That Council direct staff to allocate an additional $120,000 in Capital
Special Purpose Reserve funding to the 2020 Playground Improvement
Program.
3. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
documents.
PBD -2019-50
Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee
2020 Designated Property Grant
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James Oswald House — Stucco Restoration North Elevation
The report recommends that Council approve the proposed alteration and a
grant in the amount of $4915.50 to assist with the cost of the restoration of the
stucco cladding on north elevation as it will not alter the reasons for
designation and assist in the preservation of the building.
PBD -2020-51
DOW -2017-005, Request for Extension of Commercial Building and
Fagade 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 Fagade Improvement Grant Agreement for
Application DOW -2017-005, 4463 Queen Street to August 1, 2021.
PBD -2020-53
PLC -2020-002, Request for Removal of Part -Lot Control
Block 139 in Plan 59M417
Shaw Street
Applicant: 800460 Ontario Limited
The report recommends that Council approve the request and pass the by-law
included in today's agenda to designate Block 139, Registered Plan 59M-417
as exempt form part -lot control for a period of one year.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the vote).
COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
a) Letter from Minister Steve Clark, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing -Protecting Tenants and Strengthening Community
Housing Act, 2020 (Bill 184)
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kunio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously_(Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
b) Niagara Regional Housing
Niagara Regional Housing (NRH) Quarterly Report (April 1 - June 30,
2020) - 2nd Quarter Report.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
c) Regional Niagara -Various Correspondence
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
d) Niagara Region -Resolution
Resolution attached from the Niagara Region regarding the signing of
the AMO -Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres -
Declaration of Mutual Commitment and Friendship with Niagara Region
and Friendship Centre Support.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council Support the efforts of the Niagara
Region.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
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Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council support the efforts of the
Niagara Region.
Carried Unanimouslv
e) City of Sault Ste Marie -Resolution: Canadian/United States
Border Closure
Attached is a resolution adopted by the City of Sault Ste Marie regarding
the Canadian/United States Border Closure.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council receive and file the correspondence
for information.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Staff contact the Federal Government
regarding any steps that are being taken by the Canadian Border
Services to allow for monitored border crossings, including students that
may need to cross the border for the purposes of schooling and if no
such steps are in place, that City Council encourage the implementation
of a system whereby safe entry and exit to the border can take place.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
f) City of St. Catharines -Resolution
Attached is a resolution from St. Cathainres' City Council regarding the
City of St. Catharines' endorsement of the joint statement and call to
action from AMO, LUMCO and MARCO regarding the call from Ontario
Mayors and Chairs requesting emergency financial support.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file for the
information of Council.
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Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
vote),
g) Willow Road Issues
Resident seeking various documents.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council Refer the matter to Staff.
ORDERED on the
motion of
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded
by
Councillor Wayne
Campbell
that Council refer the matter to staff:
Carried Unanimously�Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
h) Niagara Falls Canada Hotel Association (NFCHA)
Letter of appreciation to Mayor and Council sent from Doug Birrell,
Executive Director of the Niagara Falls Canada Hotel Association.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerno that Council receive and file the correspondence
for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
i) Proclamation -National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Day
The Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation (PKD Foundation) is
requesting support from the City of Niagara Falls by recognizing Friday,
September 4th, 2020 as National Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Awareness Day with a proclamation, flag raising and by lighting up the
falls.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City proclaim Friday, September 4th,
2020 as "National Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Day."
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the request to recognize
September 4th, 2020 as National Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
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Awareness Day and that a flag raising be held on the same day,
September 4th, 2020,
Carried Unanimous ly_(Councillor Carolyn" Ioannoni was absent from the
vote).
j) Flag -Raising Request -Positive Living Niagara
Positive Living Niagara is requesting the City of Niagara Falls to
recognize AIDS Awareness Week (November 23 - December 1), World
Aids Day (December 1st) and Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week
(December 1 - December 5th). The request is to schedule an official
flag -raising ceremony for Monday, November 23rd and to have the
flag remain up for the the duration of AIDS Awareness (November
23rd - December 5th),
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that a flag raising be held on Monday,
November 23rd and remain up for the duration of AIDS Awareness
(November 23 - December 5) to support Positive Living Niagara.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillor Carolvnn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote).
k) Flag -Raising Request -Independence Day of India
Permod Goyal is requesting that the City of Niagara Falls recognize
"Independence Day of India" by raising a flag on Saturday, August 15,
2020,
RECOMMENDATION: That Council Approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Sfrange approve the request by holding a flag raising
ceremony on Saturday August 15th, 2020 in recognition of
Independence Day of India.
Carried Unanimously
(Councillor Carolvnn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote .
Special Occasion Permit - Cafe54 - 3643 Portage Road
The cafe is celebrating its 1st Anniversary on August 22nd and would
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like to serve some local beer.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the celebration as an
"Event of Municipal Significance" in order to assist Cafe54 with obtaining
their liquor licence.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council approve the celebration as an
'Event of Municipal Significance" in order to assist Cafe54 with obtaining
their liquor licence.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolvnn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote).
m) Lundy's Lane BIA -Addition to the Board of Directors
The LLBIA is requesting to add Silvia Grattola to the Lundy's Lane
Board of Directors for the remainder of the 2018-2022 term.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council appoint Sylvia Granola to the
Lundy's Lane BIA Board of Directors.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolvnn Ioannoni was absent from the
vote .
n) Request for a Temporary Extension of Draft Plan Approval -
Grottola Court Subdivision
City File 26T-11-2016-004
A request fora 6 month temporary extension of Draft Plan Approval is
being sought at no charge to allow for additional time to clear the
conditions necessary to finalize and register the plan of subdivision that
was set to expire on September 20, 2020,
RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Consideration
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council approve a 6 month temporary
extension of Draft Plan Approval at no charge to allow for additional time
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to clear the conditions necessary to finalize and register the plan of
subdivision that was set to expire on September 20, 2020.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
o) Niagara Falls Public Library Report
Detailing Library Activities during the COVID-19 closures.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council receive the information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
p) Integrity Commissioner's Final Report -Code of Conduct
Complaint
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council
that Council refer the matter to staff for a report on the cost of the code
of conduct complaint and that the report address whether the
complainant and the identification of the applicant should remain
confidential or not as well as guidelines on what can or cannot be
released by the integrity commissioner.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
10 RATIFICATION OF IN -CAMERA
a) Ratification of In -Camera
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that direction be given to staff regarding
advice that is subject to solicitor -client privilege, as well as that Council
authorize staff to offer additional insurance at a cost of $33,500.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
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vote .
BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
A by-law to authorize the payment of $5,526,250.59 for General
Purposes.
A by-law to amend By-law No.
79-200,
to permit the
use of the lands
and the existing building for a
place of
worship (AM -2020-004).
(AM -2020-001).
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.
A by-law
to amend By-law No.
79-200,
to permit the use the lands for a
three
storey, 18 unit apartment
building.
(AM -2020-001).
A by-law to amend
By-law No.
79-200,
to permit the use of the Lands for
a 6 storey, 102 unit
apartment
dwelling
(AM -2019-026) and to repeal By-
law No. 2018-74.
A
by-law
to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit
the use of the lands for
7
storey,
104 unit apartment dwelling (AM -2019-025).
registered plan
A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to permit the use of the Lands for
4 apartment dwellings containing a total of 60 dwelling units (AM -2019-
024).
A by-law
to designate Lots
25, 26, 44, 45,
46 and 47, Plan 31
to be
deemed
not to be within a
registered plan
of subdivision (DB -2020-005).
A
by-law
to
designate Lots 34, 35, 36 and 37, Plan 67 to be deemed not
to
be
within
a registered plan of subdivision (DB -2020-006).
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A by-law to designate Block 139, Registered Plan 59M-417, not to be
subject to part -lot control (PLC -2020-002).
A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate
parking and traffic on City Roads. (Stop Signs at Intersections, Yield
Signs at Intersections).
A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
meeting held on the 11th day of August, 2020.
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 (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
11 NEW BUSINESS
a) Support for Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Call for Drug
Decriminalization
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell WHEREAS on July 9, 2020, the Canadian
Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) recommended the
decriminalization of personal possession of illicit drugs; and
WHEREAS communities like Niagara Falls see a significant impact from
drug use, none more so than on the user themselves; and
WHEREAS criminalization of drug use has not led to a decrease in drug
use, only an increase in the number of individuals in our criminal justice
system, and is therefore not a successful harm reduction strategy,' and
WHEREAS the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP)
believe that drug consumption is best treated as a public health, rather
than criminal, matter, and
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WHEREAS decriminalization should lead to increased funding and
access to healthcare, treatment and social services to divert people
struggling with substance use or addiction away from the criminal justice
system;
THEREFORE be it resolved that Niagara Falls City Council endorses
the CACP's call for both the decriminalization of personal possession of
illicit drugs and also the treatment of drug use as a public health
challenge; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor send a letter with this
endorsement to the Prime Minister of Canada, the Minister of Public
Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the Premier of Ontario, the
Minister of Health, local MPs and MPPs, the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
The motion was discussed and no vote was taken
Councillor Lococo and Councillor Campbell withdrew the motion
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that staff talk to Positive Living and other
similar groups to bring back to Council more information on the topic.
Carried Unanimouslv (Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
b) July 14. 2020 -Amending Minutes
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Item 7.5 PBD -2020-45 (Request to remove
condition of Draft Plan Approval: St. Thomas More Subdivision) on the
July 14th, 2020 Minutes be amended by omitting the term 'it' and
replacing with 'a requested condition.'
Carried Unanimously
(Councillor Carolvnn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
c) Cannabis Legislation
ORDERED on the motion of
Councillor
Victor Pietrangelo,
Seconded
by
Councillor Mike Strange that
staff come
back with a report
on the
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Cannabis Operations in Niagara Falls,
Carried Unanimously (Councillor CarolIn" loannoni was absent from the
vote .
d) Downtown BIA Appointment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council appoint Councillor Chris
Dabrowski and Councillor Wayne Campbell to the Downtown BIA.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote).
e) Road Side Lawn Sign Program
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that staff purchase more signs for the road
side lawn sign program with an expenditure of up to $5000 and that staff
report back on further cost options and messaging design options for the
signs.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
12 ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the meeting be adjourned at 4:20 PM.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Carolynn loannoni was absent from the
vote .
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