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COUNCIL PRESENT:
MINUTES
City Council Meeting
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Council Chambers/Zoom App - 4:00 PM
Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Carolynn loannoni,
Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange,
Councillor Wayne Thomson, and Councillor Chris Dabrowski
COUNCIL ABSENT:
COUNCIL LATE:
1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL
1.1. Resolution to go In -Camera
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange 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: Emily and Alana Kapitanchuk (Recorded version)
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of March 23, 2021
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the minutes of March 23, 2021 be approved
as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made
for the current Council Meeting at this time.
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a) Councillor Victor Pietrangelo indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque
#00331-0043 made out to NCDSB, his employer; declared a conflict to
PBD -2021-18, as family owns land in the Montrose and Lyons Creek
area which is close proximity to some of the identified maps; declared a
conflict to PBD -2021-013, 6400 and 6420 Kalar Road as family involved
in ownership; and declared a conflict to Resolution AM 2019-19 which is
tied to PD 2021-13.
b) Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict of interest to Report CD -
2021 -01 - Waiving of Business Licence fees, as he owns a business and
to Report L-2021-07 Encroachment Agreement with the City, 6361
Fallsview Blvd.(neighbouring business).
c) Councillor Lori Lococo indicated a pecuniary interest to the following
cheques:
• Cheque #'144188, dated March 8, 2021 for $122.12.
• Cheque #444628, dated March 24, 2021 for $127.77.
Councillor Lococo declared a conflict of interest to the following:
• Item #7.8 - Queen Street - 2021 Promenade Proposal
• Item #9.18 - Downtown BIA C - CIP Funding, Spouse, former
employer.
• Item #6.1 - PBD -2021-18 - City of Niagara Falls Employment
Lands Strategy, Phase 2 Report.
d) Mayor Jim Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to the following
cheques:
• Cheque #444038
• Cheque #444603
• Cheque #444436, cheque is payable to a family member.
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati recognized the following Staff/Councillor birthdays:
• Councillor Chris Dabrowski - Wednesday, March 31st
• CAO, Ken Todd - Monday, April 12th
• Councillor Carolynn loannoni - Tuesday, April 13th
b) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Frank
Devereaux, father of Frank Devereaux Jr, Captain of Fire Prevention;
John James, Retired Platoon Chief in Fire Services; Tommaso Mussari,
father of retired City Employee Tom Mussari and William Matson, father
of our City Clerk, Bill Matson.
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c) Mayor Diodati recognized the following current events:
Passing of Prince Philip [photos]
• Falls illuminated in purple to honour his passing [photo]
• Flags at City Hall and city buildings were at half-staff in his
honour
• 1951 visit to Niagara Falls [photo]
• His long service to the commonwealth, the queen and his country
Ryker homecoming [photos]
• March 31st NF resident, Ryker Burbidge came home from Sick
Kids
• 1 year of being treated at Sick Kids – was well cared for there
• After a terrible accident left him burned over 80% of his body
• Thanks to our Fire Department for their help to welcome him
home
• Some of the same staff who attended as first responders at
Ryker's accident were able to welcome him home
• Thank you to Mr. Folino and staff at Cherrywood for organizing
Ms. Edith McLeod – intro to video presentation
• Had the honour of making a special historic presentation
• Edith McLeod, NF resident lost her brother in WWII
• Harry Gregory Farrington, WWII flying officer—died March, 1943
• His plane was shot down and crashed in the Netherlands
• Recently the plane wreck was resurrected by the government
there
• A bronze statue is being erected there in honour of the sacrifice
• The Mayor of Almere, a small municipality in the Netherlands,
reached out to ask me to make a presentation to Edith McLeod
• Please watch this special presentation
Premier in Niagara Falls
• Monday, March 29th
• Accompanied by
o Minister of Tourism Lisa MacLeod &
o Minister of Finance, Peter Bethlenfalvy
• Announcement to support tourism
• Thank government for continued support and contributions to our
sectors that are hurting
15 Downtown grand openings
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• Kudos to the BIA—innovative idea!
• Welcomed 15 incredible new businesses
• Opening their doors in challenging times
• Wish them each much success!
Falls Illumination for Steve Ludzik
• April = Parkinson's Awareness month & honouring Steve Ludzik
• Sunday, April 11th
• Falls illuminated red
• Successful surgery yesterday, Mon Apr19
• #29 Ludzy Strong
Vaccination Clinic returning to MacBain Centre
• Back to MacBain Centre
• Thursday, April 22- Tuesday, April 27 &
• Thursday, April 29- Friday, April 30th
• Look forward to another successful rotation at this clinic
• Thank the community for their cooperation – Reminder:
o coming just 5 minutes prior to vaccination time
o prepared with health card/ following rules when there
TVO documentary
• Tripping the Niagara
• Popular immersive series
• Highlighting 24 kilometers of Niagara River, highlighting:
o Historic forts
o Vineyards
o Orchards
o White water and the falls
• Premiered on TVO on Friday, April 2nd
• Streaming now at tvo.org
d) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 11, 2021.
6. PRESENTATIONS
6.1. PBD -2021-18
City of Niagara Falls Employment Lands Strategy
Phase 2 Report
Councillors Lococo and Pietrangelo left the meeting as they both declared
a conflict of interest to this matter.
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Adam Fisher and Jamie Cook, Consultants from Land Economics, made
a presentation to Council.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receive the presentation regarding the City of Niagara
Falls Employment Lands Strategy Phase 2 Report attached as
Appendix I.
2. That Council direct staff to proceed to Phase 3 of the Strategy
including consultation with the community.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council receive the presentation
regarding the City of Niagara Falls Employment Lands Strategy, Phase
2 Report and that Council direct staff to proceed to Phase 3 of the
Strategy including consultation with the community.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lococo and Councillor Pietrangelo
declared a conflict).
7. REPORTS
7.1. L-2021-07
Encroachment Agreement with the City
6361 Fallsview Boulevard and exterior canopy encroachment into
the Fallsview Boulevard road allowance (Steadfast Hospitality Inc.)
Our File No. 2020-146
John Pellegrino, representing the Hilton, was on standby by was not
required to speak on this matter.
The report recommends the following:
1. In the event that Council determines it is in the best interest to do
so, that Steadfast Hospitality Inc. be permitted to construct an
exterior canopy that will extend into the City's road allowance,
being a portion of Fallsview Boulevard, which abuts 6361
Fallsview Boulevard.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the required
Encroachment Agreement.
3. That the City Solicitor be authorized to register the Encroachment
Agreement on title to 6361 Fallsview Boulevard and the applicable
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parcel for the affected portion of the Fallsview Boulevard road
allowance in the Land Registry Office.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict of
interest).
7.2. CD -2021-01
Potential Waiver of 2021 Municipal Business Licence Fees to
Support COVID-19 Recovery
The report recommends that Municipal Business Licence fees for 2021
be waived for the following business types:
Amusement Place, Auctioneers, Barber Shops - Hair Dressing, and
Esthetician Establishments, Bowling Alleys, Exhibitions (museum
licence(s) on Clifton Hill), Cottage Rentals, Lodging Houses (B&B's),
Motels, Pawn Brokers, Public Halls, Restaurants, Tattoo and Body
Piercing Parlours, Theatres.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Vince Kerrio declared a conflict of
interest).
7.3. F-2021-15
2020 Sleep Cheap Event and WonderFalls Pass
The report recommends for the information of council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receive the report for information.
Carried Unanimously
7.4. F-2021-25
Tax and Water Rebate Programs for People with Disabilities
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The report recommends the following:
1. That, if Council wish to proceed with the rebate programs, Council
select option 1, and specify with or without program stacking.
2. That, if Council wish to proceed with the rebate programs and
recommendation 1 is not approved, Council select option 2 and
specify with or without program stacking.
3. That, if Council do not wish to proceed with the rebate programs, this
report is for the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council direct staff to implement the tax
and water rebate programs for people with disabilities in the 2021 fiscal
year, with no stacking provisions. The program will be funded by the tax
levy and any year end water surplus as outlined in option 2 of the report.
Carried Unanimously
7.5. F-2021-26
2021 Property Tax Penalty and Interest Rate
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the return of the property tax penalty and
interest rate from 0.5% to 1.25% per month, effective July 1, 2021.
2. If council do not approve recommendation 1, wishing to continue
at 0.5% lower rate, council approve a 2021 budget amendment to
increase the property tax levy by $250,000 to cover decreased
penalty and interest revenue.
3. That, at a future date, Staff submit a report to Council outlining a
comprehensive reserve policy that consolidates reserve balances
and aligns a reserve funding strategy with the long-term goals and
objectives of the City.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve the continuance of the
property tax penalty and interest rate at 0.5% per month until September
30, 2021 and staff incorporate the estimated revenue difference for this
period into the tax levy. Staff will provide council with a budget variance
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report in August 2021 to determine if Council wish to continue at 0.5%
for the balance of 2021.
Carried Unanimously
7.6. HR -2021-03
Ontario Living Wage Network Initiative
The report recommends that City Council receive the following
information on the Ontario Living Wage Network certification and the
potential financial impact of becoming a "Living Wage Employer". An
analysis of some of the benefits and challenges of becoming a living
wage employer are also included in this report.
Councillor Carolynn Ioannoni requested a recorded vote.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the City of Niagara Falls become a
certified Living Wage Employer by December 31, 2024 and have staff
report back with updates.
Motion Defeated. (Councillors loannoni, Campbell and Lococo voted in
favour. Councillors Dabrowski, Kerrio, Pietrangelo, Strange, Thomson
and Mayor Diodati were opposed to the vote).
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that a motion to reconsider the city as a
certified Living Wage employer be introduced to a lesser degree.
Carried Unanimously (All Councillors voted in favour).
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the City of Niagara Falls pay a living
wage as per the Ontario Living Wage Network, of at least $18.12 to full
time and part time employees, excluding students, and that staff come
back with a full report within 6 months time.
Carried (Councillors Dabrowski and Kerrio were opposed and
Councillors Campbell, loannoni, Lococo, Pietrangelo, Strange, Thomson
and Mayor Diodati were all in favour).
7.7. HR -2021-04
City Council Training
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Angela Peebles addressed Council to inform them of another option to
consider as part of their Council training: the Workplace Restoration
Program.
The report recommends that City Council receive the following
information and options for an in -camera training and education session
on the City's code of conduct and teambuilding.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski
that Council choose Option #3 within the staff report HR -2021-04, which
involves a training session to include Mr. McDermott, the City's Integrity
Commissioner, focusing on the Council Members' Code of Conduct,
followed by a facilitated session on teambuilding, with no time limit
allotted to the sessions; furthermore, that Council consider the
Workplace Restoration program if deemed necessary.
Carried Unanimously
7.8. MW -2021-26 (Correspondence from residents/business owners
added)
Queen Street — 2021 Promenade Proposal
Councillor Lori Lococo left the meeting prior to the discussion.
Joe Mrkalj, from Grand Central, was granted the link to
participate,however, he did not speak to Council.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council receive for information the attached request from
the Queen Street BIA requesting the following:
a. the placement of eight (8) permanent road closure gates
on Queen Street;
b. periodic road closures on Queen Street for two (2) blocks:
Valley Way to St. Lawrence Avenue, and St. Lawrence
Avenue to Crysler Avenue;
c. nightly closures on the affected blocks on weekdays
between 5:OOpm and midnight; and on weekends from
Friday at 5:OOpm until Sunday at midnight;
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d. financial support in the amount of $6,500;
and further;
2. That Council approve a pilot program in 2021 the installation of
four (4) gates necessary to close a single block of Queen Street
between St. Lawrence Avenue and Crysler Avenue, on the
evenings and weekends requested by the Downtown BIA,
starting in May 2021 and continuing to the end of December
2021; and further,
3. That Council approve 50% of the Downtown BIA funding request
in the amount of $3,250 for costs associated with supply and
installation of the gates at the St. Lawrence Avenue and Crysler
Avenue intersections only; and further;
4. That Council direct Staff to report back to Council upon the
completion of this pilot program with any findings, observations,
comments, concerns, and recommendations in regards to the
potential for future installations along the Queen Street corridor.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the matter be deferred and to have
staff come back with a report at the May 11, 2021 Council meeting with
3 or 4 options with how various road closures could possible work,
including closing one side, both sides or no road closure.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lori Lococo declared a conflict of
interest).
7.9. MW -2021-29
Block 92 Chippawa West Utility Easement
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve Staff coordinating the required easements
for Bell Canada and Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. as outlined in
the this report; and further,
1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute all
necessary agreements in order to grant the easements.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
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Carried Unanimously
7.10. PBD -2021-013
AM -2019-019, Exemption Request to 2 -Year
Waiting Period for a Minor Variance
6400 & 6420 Kalar Road
Owner: 2670279 Ontario Inc. (Lise Danecker)
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 2670279 Ontario Inc. to file an
application to the City's Committee of Adjustment for the proposed
development.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Victor Pietrangelo declared a conflict
of interest).
7.11. PBD -2021-014
AM -2010-009
Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Vacant Land on West Side of Montrose Road between McLeod Road
and Charnwood Avenue
Applicant: Gemini Corps.
Agent: IBI Group
Removal of Holding (H) Symbols
The report recommends that Council pass the by-law appearing on tonight's
agenda to remove the holding (H) symbol and related regulations from the
vacant land on the west side of Montrose Road between McLeod Road and
Charnwood Avenue, which are currently zoned Residential Apartment 5C
Density (R5C(H)-912), to permit the development of the property for residential
purposes.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.12. PBD -2021-16
SBA -2021-001 Amended Location of Electronic Sign
Owner: Walker Industries Holdings Ltd
Agent: Vann Media Advertising (Larry Vann)
North side of Thorold Stone Road West of Garner Rd
The report recommends that Council determine that the proposed
changes to the by-law with respect to setback from another billboard is
minor in nature and that no further notice is necessary and pass the
resolution regarding this matter included in tonight's agenda.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
7.13. PBD -2021-19
Municipal Service Centre Renovations
3200 Stanley Avenue
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council award the tender for Project RFT12-2021, Municipal
Service Centre Renovation, to Bromac Construction Inc. in the
amount of $2,799,000.00 plus non-refundable HST;
2. That Council authorizes Staff to engage ARC Engineering Inc. in
the amount of $175,000.00 plus non-refundable HST for Contract
Administration for the duration of the Municipal Service Centre
Renovation project;
3. That Council amends the previously approved Capital budget of
$4,971,000, and approve the new proposed Capital Budget of
$5,547,395 for the additional costs.
4. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary contract documents.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended.
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Carried Unanimously
7.14. R&C-2021-05 (Letter from Tony Baldinelli added)
Niagara Military Museum Lease and
Consent to Subletting of Lease
The report recommends the following:
1. That City Council approve the five year Lease Agreement for the use
of the Armoury by the Niagara Military Museum;
2. That City Council also approve the Consent to Subletting of Lease;
3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease and
Consent to Subletting of Lease.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council defer this matter and have staff
come back with a report which includes an improved operating plan.
Carried Unanimously
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.
Prior to the motion being taken, a councillor may request that one or more of the
reports be moved out of the consent agenda to be considered separately.
F-2021-23
Monthly Tax Receivables Report — March
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2021-24
Municipal Accounts
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The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling
$51,891,976.85 for the period February 13, 2021 to March 30, 2021.
F-2021-27
Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Taxes
Under Section 357 and 358 of The Municipal Act, 2001
The report recommends that Council approve the cancellation, reduction or
refund of taxes on the various accounts per the attached summary and granted
to the property owners listed.
MW -2021-21
Assumption of Various Subdivisions
The report recommends that City Council formally assume Oldfield Estates
Phase 1 - Plan 59M-417, Oldfield Estates Phase 2 - Plan 59M-421, Fernwood
Estates Phase 3 - Plan 59M-408, German Village - Plan 59M-411, Warren
Woods Phase 3 Stage 1 & 2- Plan 59M-416, Warren Woods Phase 3 Stage 3 -
Plan 59M-420, Warren Woods Phase 4 Stage 1- Plan 59M-422 & Miller Road
Estates North — Plan 59M-362.
MW -2021-22
Tender Award
Contract No. 2021-08: 2021 Surface Treatment
The report recommends the following:
1. That Contract 2021-08 for 2021 Surface Treatment be awarded to the
lowest bidder Norjohn Contracting and Paving Limited, in the amount of
$487,888.00 plus applicable taxes; and further,
2. That Council approve a budgetary increase of $26,474.83 to the existing
$470,000.00 amount approved in the 2021 Capital Budget, resulting in a
total project budget of $496,474.83; and further,
3. That Council approve of the use of the Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund
in order to accommodate the requested budgetary increase; and further,
4. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
contract documents.
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MW -2021-23
Garner Road — Speed Limit Review
The report recommends that the speed limit on Garner Road between
Mountain Road and a point 1,450 metres north of Thorold Stone Road be
reduced from 80 km/h to 60 km/h.
MW -2021-24
Fingland Street & Forestview Boulevard
Speed Control Follow-up Review
The report recommends that the following report be received for the
information of Council.
MW -2021-25
Rapids View Drive
Parking Control Review
The report recommends that a No Parking At All Times Except by Permit, Tow
Away Zone restriction be established on both sides of Rapids View Drive
between Bukator Drive and the southern terminus of Rapids View Drive.
MW -2021-27
Sixth Avenue between Morrison Street & Willmott Street
Parking Review
The report recommends that a "No Parking" restriction be established on the
east side of Sixth Avenue between Morrison Street to Willmott Street.
MW -2021-28
4500 Park Street Tender Award
The report recommends the following:
1. That the contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Baiocco Construction
Corp. at the corrected bid price of $733,800.87 plus applicable HST.
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2. That the contract administration, inspection and environmental oversight
during construction be direct appointed to Dragun Corporation in the
amount of $191,600 plus applicable HST.
1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
contract documents.
PBD -2021-17
Development & Housing Monitoring Report, 2020 Year in Review
The report recommends that Council adopt the Development & Housing
Monitoring Report which reviews the status of development and growth
management activity in the City for the year 2020.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
9. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
9.1. Resolution - Town of Lincoln - Support for McNally House Hospice
and End of Life Care
The attached resolution from the Town of Lincoln Council is requesting
support for the McNally House Hospice and End of Life Care.
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
9.2. Open Letter to Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (ORFA)
Members and Industry Employers
On behalf of Cathy Seguin, President of the Ontario Recreation
Facilities Association (ORFA), she requests Council to receive the
following correspondence for awareness.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
9.3. Historic Drummondville BIA (Main & Ferry) 2021 Budget
Attached is the Historic Drummondville BIA's (Main & Ferry) proposed
2021 budget.
RECOMMENDATION: For Council's Approval.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the Historic
Drummondville (Main & Ferry) 2021 Budget.
Carried Unanimously
9.4. Thank you letter from Sleek Developments Inc - re: Millennium
Towns
Attached is a thank you letter for the City of Niagara Falls Council and
staff to acknowledge the City's role in making the Millennium Towns
project become a reality.
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
9.5. Health Canada Canabis Consultation - Open for Comment until May
7, 2021
Health Canada has invited Canadians and Municipalities to share their
perspectives on the factors that may be considered for refusal or
revocation of a cannabis registration on public health and public safety
grounds. Get your municipal comments in before closing on May 7
2021.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
9.6. Tourist Exemption for Retail Holiday Openings
The Regional Clerks Office is looking for the City to offer its comments
on the current application for Lowe's Home Improvement, Niagara Falls
location, to open on all holidays (except Christmas).
RECOMMENDATION: That Council support the Tourist Exemption for
Retail Holiday Openings request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council support the Tourist Exemption
for Retail Holiday Openings request.
Carried Unanimously
9.7. Regional Correspondence
The following items have been sent from the Niagara Region for
information.
1) 2021 Niagara Employment Inventory Status Update
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously
9.8. Recognition of Doctor's Day - Request to turn City Hall Blue
On May 1st, 2021 the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) is asking
Ontarians to show their appreciation for doctors on the frontlines of the
COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the campaign, the OMA is asking
municipalities across Ontario to turn the colours shining on their City
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Hall to blue. The CN Tower and Niagara Falls will also shine blue on
May 1st.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request to turn the
colours on City Hall to blue on Saturday, May 1st.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council recognize "Doctor's Day" by
approving the request to turn the colours on City Hall blue on Saturday,
May 1st, 2021 and to encourage staff to wear blue on April 30th to show
appreciation for doctors on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carried Unanimously
9.9. Monarch Ultra Run Across Ontario Inspires Pollinator Protection
The attached informs us of the Monarch Ultra Relay Run, a 21 -day
running event across southern Ontario to raise awareness of monarch
butterflies and as a call to action to protect the environment. The
organization is also raising funds for Camp Kawartha, a non-profit
organization committed to nature education and environmental
stewardship.
The Monarch Ultra 21 day Relay Run will be passing through Niagara
Falls on September 23, 2021.
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
9.10. Proclamation - April - BeADonor Month - Green Shirt Day
April is a month dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging
registration for organ and tissue donation in order to save more lives
through transplant. Inspired by Logan Boulet, an organ donor and
member of the Humboldt Broncos hockey team who died tragically,
"National Green Shirt Day" celebrates organ and tissue donation across
Canada. Jim Lowes, resident of Burlington, donated his kidney to a
complete stranger on January 20, 2021 and is requesting that the City
of Niagara Falls proclaim April 7th, 2021 as "National Green Shirt Day,"
to help promote organ donations.
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RECOMMENDATION: For the City of Niagara Falls to proclaim April 7,
2021 as "National Green Shirt Day" to help promote organ donations
and to proclaim the month of April as BeADonar Month.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council proclaim April 7, 2021 as
"National Green Shirt Day" in the City of Niagara Falls to help promote
organ donations and to proclaim the month of April as "BeADonor
Month."
Carried Unanimously
9.11. Proclamation Request - Medical Laboratory Week
COVID-19 has made this a difficult year for all Ontarians. Laboratories
have gone above and beyond processing over 12M Covid-19 tests
through this challenging time. They are also key to the economic
recovery of our communities.
This request is to have the City of Niagara Falls celebrate the great
work of these hidden heroes by recognizing that April 11-17 is Medical
Laboratory Week in Ontario and across the country.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City of Niagara Falls celebrate the
great work of these hidden heroes by recognizing that April 11-17 is
"Medical Laboratory Week" in Ontario and across the country.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council proclaim April 11-17, 2021 as
"Medical Laboratory Week" in Ontario and across the country by
having the City of Niagara Falls celebrate the great work of these
hidden heroes.
Carried Unanimously
9.12. Proclamation Request - Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week
The Canadian Skin Patient Alliance (CSPA), HS Heros, and the
Hidradenitis & Me Support Group, respectfully request June 7-13,
2021 to be proclaimed/recognized as Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Awareness Week in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City of Niagara Falls proclaim the week
of June 7-13, 2021 as Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness Week.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the City of Niagara Falls proclaim the
week of June 7-13, 2021 as "Hidradenitis Suppurativa Awareness
Week."
Carried Unanimously
9.13. Proclamation Request - National Public Works Week
Attached is a request for Council to consider proclaiming the week of
May 16-21, 2021 as "National Public Works Week." The theme this
year is "Stronger Together."
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request to proclaim
the week of May 16-21, 2021 as "National Public Works Week."
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the request to proclaim
the week of May 16-21, 2021 as "National Public Works Week."
Carried Unanimously
9.14. Proclamation/Greeting Letter Request/Flag-Raising Request for
29th Falun Dafa Day Anniversary
The attached letter is a request for the City of Niagara Falls to proclaim
May 13, 2021 as "Falun Dafa Day" and to provide a greeting letter in
recognition of Falun DafaDay for this year. In addition, there is a request
for a flag -raising ceremony in May. This is an annual celebrationof 29
years spreading of Falun Dafa to the public, the contributions of the
Falun Dafa community in Canada and to honor the values of
Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City of Niagara Falls proclaim May 13,
2021 as "Falun Dafa Day", to provide a greeting letter in recognition of
Falun Dafa Day and to arrange for a flag -raising ceremony in May.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the City of Niagara Falls proclaim May
13, 2021 as "Falun Dafa Day" by providing a greeting letter in
recognition of Falun Dafa Day and to arrange for a flag -raising
ceremony in May.
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Carried Unanimously
9.15. Proclamation Request - Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness
Month
The attached proclamation request is to ask the City of Niagara Falls to
declare the month of April as Limb Difference Awareness Month in
Niagara Falls.
RECOMMENDATION: That the City of Niagara Falls declare the month
of April as "Limb Difference Awareness Month" in Niagara Falls.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the City of Niagara Falls declare the
month of April as "Limb Difference Awareness Month" in Niagara Falls.
Carried Unanimously
9.16. Park in the City Committee - Motion regarding additional signage
on trails
Motion brought forth from the Park in the City Committee to endorses
the installation of signage throughout City trails and parks and other
utilization of educational components to make the public aware of the
dangers that ticks present to the public in terms of Lime disease.
Additionally, that Staff look into options for safe treatments that can be
used to minimize exposure.
RECOMMENDATION: To Refer the Matter to Staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council refer the matter to staff with
direction to have staff come back with a report to include ideas around
signage that promotes awareness and education, perhaps using QR
codes on the signage, and to also include effective ways to treat areas
to prevent ticks.
Carried Unanimously
9.17. Correspondence from Kenneth Westhuis (re: Niagara Grandview
Manor Rezoning Application)
Attached is correspondence from Kenneth Westhuis regarding Niagara
Grandview Manor's rezoning application.
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RECOMMENDATION: To Refer the Matter to Staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that any new application for rezoning come to
Council by June 1, 2021 and if a new application is not submitted by
that date that Council revisit the latest rezoning application.
Carried (Councillor Wayne Campbell was opposed to the vote).
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that staff continue to investigate and track
any bylaw violations.
Carried Unanimously
9.18. Downtown BIA — Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Funding
RECOMMENDATION: To Refer the Matter to Staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the matter be referred to staff.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Lori Lococo declared a conflict of
interest).
9.19. Correspondence from Jim Bechkos - a concerned citizen
Attached is an email from Jim Bechkos expressing his concerns
regarding the location of a cannabis store.
RECOMMENDATION: To Refer the Matter to Staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the matter be referred to staff.
Carried Unanimously
10. RESOLUTIONS
10.1. Resolution - AM -2019-019
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That subject to subsection 45(1.4) of the Planning Act, 1990 R.S.O.
Council consents to an exemption to the 2 -year waiting period for minor
variances and thereby allows 2670279 Ontario Inc. to file an application
to the City's Committee of Adjustment for the development of the their
Plan of Vacant Land Condominium that is regulated by By-law No.
2020-57.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the resolution be approved.
Carried Unanimously (Council Victor Pietrangelo declared a conflict of
interest).
10.2. Resolution - SBA -2021-001
That Council determines that the change to the proposed sign by-law for
SBA -2021-001 is minor and does not require further notice.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the resolution be approved.
Carried Unanimously
11. RATIFICATION OF IN -CAMERA
a) Ratification of In -Camera
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council deny the offer to purchase
4500 Park Street (Municipal Parking Lot #10 - Former Market) and the
unopened road allowance between Beachwood Road and Thorold
Townline Road and Upper's Lane; furthermore, that Council give
direction to staff to begin discussions with the Library Board Chair, the
Chief Librarian and the City's CAO on a new memoranda of
understanding (MOU) to outline services and supports that the
municipality agrees to provide to the public library board.
Carried Unanimously
12. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
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2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
44 - employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
2021- A by-law to provide for the levy and collection of sums required by the
45 - Main and Ferry Business Improvement Area for the year 2021.
2021- A by-law to appoint Jason Burgess as the Chief Administrative Officer
46 - (CAO) for the City of Niagara Falls.
2021- A by -law to appoint the Fire Chief for the City of Niagara Falls.
47 -
2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2010-132, which amended By-law No.
48 - 79-200, to remove the holding symbol (H) on the lands on the west side
of Montrose Road between Charnwood Avenue and McLeod Road, to
permit them to be developed (AM -2010-009).
2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2021-24, being a by-law to prohibit or
49 - regulate the placing or erecting of signs, notices, and advertising
devises on public and private property within the City of Niagara Falls.
(SBA -2021-001).
2021- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2019-44, being a by-law to require
50 - owners and operators of off-street parking facilities to provide
designated parking spaces reserved for the sole use of vehicles
operated by or carrying persons with disabilities, and to amend By-law
2014-65, being a By-law to establish a System of Administrative
Penalties respecting the stopping, standing or parking of vehicles in the
City of Niagara Falls.
2021- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
51 - meeting held on the 20th day of April, 2021.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
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April 20, 2021
Carried Unanimously
13. NEW BUSINESS
a) Overnight Parking By-law
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the matter be referred to staff with the
hopes of changing the overnight parking by-law to address the
complications surrounding the on -street parking permits
Carried Unanimously
b) Downtown Parking Review
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that staff investigate parking options in an
effort to find additional parking in the downtown area.
Carried Unanimously
14. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the meeting be adjourned at 8:36 pm.
Carried Unanimously
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