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2007/09/10 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE AGENDA TWELTH MEETING Monday, September 10, 2007 4:30 p.m. City Hall, Committee Room #2A & B 1) Approval of the July 23, 2007 Community Services Minutes. 2) REPORTS: STAFF CONTACT: a) MW-2007-95 Corwin Avenue Traffic Operations Review Karl Dren b) MW-2007-101 Pitton Road at Lynhurst Drive Intersection Control Review Karl Dren c) MW-2007-102 Badger Road at Echo Circle/Kendale Court Intersection Control Review Karl Dren d) MW-2007-103 Intersection improvements Victoria Ave and Clifton Hill Geoff Holman e) MW-2007-105 Canadian Association of Fire Chief's Conference Transit Charter Service Request Karl Dren f) MW-2007-109 Proposed Extension of Young Road (West of Morris Rd.) Request for Development Agreement Geoff Holman g) MW-2007-96 Tender #152-05 Weightman Bridge Rehabilitation Geoff Holman h) R-2007-14 Naming and Renaming Parks Policy Denyse Morrissey 3) NEW BUSINESS: 4) ADJOURNMENT: MINUTES OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING MONDAY, JULY 23, 2007, CITY HALL, ROOM 2 AT 4:30 p.m. PRESENT: Chair -Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Mayor Ted Salci, Councillor Jim Diodati, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Bart Maves, Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Janice Wing, Councillor Shirley Fisher STAFF: John MacDonald, Geoff Holman, Ken Burden, Ken Beaman, Denyse Morrisseey, Bill Matson, Todd Harrison, Geoff Holman, Trent Dark, Marzenna Carrick, Marianne Tikky -Secretary GUESTS: Faith Lowe - 4239 Brookdale Drive, Sandy Giancarlo - 8242 Lexington Court, Carol Bilodeau - 8246 Lexington Court, Jean Grandoni, Derek Costello. PRESS: Corey Larocque, Niagara This Week MINUTES It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Councillor Maves that the July 9, 2007 minutes be approved with the following amendments; 1. Councillor Wing be noted as having a conflict with the following motion for report MW-2007-62 -Union Marsh Drain. It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio and seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo that a grant be provided for residents of Niagara Falls for works associated with the Union Marsh Drain. Also that the motions for the above noted report should be noted as two separate motions rather than an amendment to the original motion. 2. Councillor Wing be noted as having a conflict with the following motions for report MW-2007-79 -Sign By-law. It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Maves and seconded by Mayor Salci that the sign by-law be deferred. It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo and seconded by Mayor Salci that staff approach the Niagara Parks Commission regarding the Niagara Parks Commission Act with respect to the regulating of signs. Also that the motions for the above noted report should be noted as two separate motions rather than an amendment to the original motion. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. -2- REPORTS a) MW-2007-87 Kalar Road Pump Station Service Area Municipal Class EA It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Councillor Kerrio that; 1) City Council adopt the recommendations set out in the Environmental Study Report for the Kalar Rd. Pump Station Sanitary Service Area Municipal Class EA; 2} That staff be directed to advertise the Notice of Study Completion as set out in the Municipal Class EA process; 3) That the temporary pump, fencing and related overflow piping be permanently removed from the site and the subject lands restored to its original condition. 4) That staff report on the cost estimates for the implementation of the recommendations contained in the report as soon as possible. Motion: Carried Action: _ Recommendation submitted to Council 20 7- 0 07 23. b) MW-2007-78 Maitland Street Parking Restriction It was ORDERED on the motion of Mayor Salci and seconded by Councillor Thomson that the existing parking restriction, on the south side of Maitland Street, be extended from Leonard Avenue to a point 86 metres west of Leonard Avenue. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. c) MW-2007-82 Cherryhill Drive at Cherrygrove Road Intersection Control Review It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Fisher and seconded by Councillor Kerrio that; 1) That a stop sign be installed facing eastbound motorists on Cherryhill Drive at Cherrygrove Road; 2} That a corner parking restriction be installed on the southwest side of Cherrygrove Road between Cherryhill Drive and a point 22 metres to the southeast; 3) That a corner parking restriction be installed on the southwest side of Cherrygrove Road between Cherryhill Drive and a point 22 metres to the northwest; 4) That a corner parking restriction be installed on the north side of Cherryhill Drive between Cherrygrove Road and a point 22 metres to the west; 5) That a corner parking restriction be installed on the south side of Cherryhill Drive between Cherrygrove Road and a point 22 metres to the west, and; -3- 6) That a stop bar and crosswalk be painted on the west approach of Cherryhill Drive. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. d) MW-2007-94 Chair-A-Van NCDSB Pilot Project It was ORDERED on the .motion of Councillor Thomson and seconded by Councillor Didodati that; 1) That City of Niagara Falls enter into a ten (10) month agreement to supply Chair-A-Van service to the Niagara Catholic District School Board, as a pilot project for Special Needs Student Transportation; 2) That a driver and bus monitor, be hired on contract, for a ten (10) month period; 3) That scheduling software be purchased to assist in scheduling Chair-A-Van Services; and, 4) That the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary agreement. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. e) MW-2007-92 QuickView Professional 24 Zoom Camera It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio and seconded by Mayor Salci that this report be received and filed for information. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. f) R-2007-16 The Centennial Water Molecule It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati and seconded by Councillor Thomson; 1. That the Centennial WaterMolecule, currently located atthe Hi-Tech Material Handling Company site, Niagara-on-the-Lake, (Virgil) be returned to the City of Niagara Falls and the Agreement enforced. 2. That the Centennial Water Molecule be installed on a permanent basis to the new 4 pad community arena once constructed. 3. That the City take appropriate legal action if the molecule is not returned. Motion: Carried Opposed: Councillor Wing (would like the Water Molecule returned straight away) Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. -4- g) R-2007-21 The Park in the City Committee It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wing and seconded by Mayor Salci that; 1. The revised Terms of Reference for the Park in the City Committee be approved. 2. A review of the implementation of a permit and appropriate fee for the widening of residential driveways be undertaken to provide greater protection of City trees; 3. The amendment of Schedule "B"from the City of Niagara Falls Tree Planting List of Acceptable Species in By-Law 2004-73 -Application for Permit to Injure, Destroy or Plant Trees on Public Property and remove of the following species from the list: • Norway Maples and its cultivars (Schwedler and Crimson King) as the species is invasive. • Ashes as a precautionary measure given the expectation that the Emerald Ash will eventually reach the Niagara region. 4. That the Park in the City Committee be established by September 2007. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. 3) NEW BUSINESS It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Fisher and seconded by Councillor Kerrio that staff comment on the cost and effectiveness of speed bumps verses stop signs as traffic calming measures in the City of Niagara Falls. Motion: Carried Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson and seconded by Mayor Salci that Council provide a letter of support to the Niagara Peninsula Hungarian Cultural Sports Complex and Niagara Strings to reinstate their charitable status. Motion: Carried Opposed: Councillor Wing (would like additional information on the organization before sending letter of support) Action: Recommendation submitted to Council 2007-07-23. 4) ADJOURNMENT 6:35 p.m. It was ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Maves and seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo that Committee enter into an In-Camera session. Motion: Carried September 10, 2007 MW-2007-95 ~'lii~~S n~~~~~~ Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Chair and Members of the Community Services Committee City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Members: Re: MW-2007-95 Corwin Avenue -Traffic Operations Review RECOMMENDATION: That Corwin Avenue not be closed south of Lundys Lane (Parts Source store) and no further action be taken. BACKGROUND: City Council directed staff to prepare a report on the Parts Source retail store at the northwest corner of Lundys Lane and Corwin Avenue in response to residents' parking/traffic concerns. Petitions were received by the City on May 3, 2007, prior to the opening of the store. A road closure for Corwin Avenue was requested at the residential/commercial boundary. Prior to the redevelopment of the property, it operated as a Salvation Army office until it was vacated for a few years. One driveway, via Lundys Lane serviced the site. A site plan application was approved in 2006 for a commercial development on the southwest cornerof Lundys Lane and Corwin Avenue. Anew building was erected forthe automobile parts business. Given that the property was already zoned for the new development, the application proceeded straight to the site plan stage. In order for deliveries to be made to the site, an access was permitted via Corwin Avenue. A condition of site plan approval was to implement various parking and traffic controls on Corwin Avenue to prevent operational problems from developing on Corwin Avenue, including methods to minimize the occurrences of cut-through traffic from utilizing the abutting subdivision. The three regulatory signing conditions included: 1. the installation of "no parking" signs alongside the development on the west side of Corwin Avenue with a 18-metre gap for bus parking in the morning; Community Services Department Transportation Services ~~z"~ - September 10, 2007 _2_ MW-2007-95 2. the posting of a "no heavy vehicle" restriction on Corwin Avenue. The restriction prohibits heavyvehicle operators from using the residential streets to arrive or depart from the site. However, drivers to this retail outlet will be permitted to use the short section of Corwin Avenue from Lundy's Lane to the access to enter the site. An additional "no heavy vehicle" sign will be installed beyond the Corwin Avenue access to reinforce the restricted zone; and, 3. the installation of an outbound "no right turn" restriction at the Corwin Avenue driveway. All site traffic is required to exit toward Lundy's Lane. These measures have been recommended by staff, as a condition of site plan approval, as a proactive step, in order to minimize the traffic impacts on the adjacent residential neighbourhood. The developer had also made concessions by agreeing to use a smaller 45-foot long truck for deliveries instead of the standard 70-foot truck which the Parts Source franchise normally utilizes for their sites. Lundy's Lane is under the jurisdiction of the Region of Niagara. Staff works closely with Regional staff in development applications where sites front onto roads from both agencies. Access management principles play an important role for businesses to thrive. Sole access onto one street, particularly smaller lots as the subject parcel, is not conducive for all business operations. Past experience has shown that truck drivers will block a traffic lane if the site is not designed for larger vehicles. This creates safety issues including congestion, weaving and reduced sight lines. In order for the developer to fulfill all current design guidelines, particularly containing all deliveries on the site itself, a second driveway was justified. It would be difficult to achieve this development proposal without a second driveway. The grand opening of the Parts Source store was Saturday, May 19, 2007. The business proprietors held an opening event which was advertised through the local newspaper and radio outlets. Collecting traffic data immediately upon the store's opening would have produce inflated traffic figures which could be expected with shoppers enticed to the outlet with discount prices. Instead, traffic studies were carried out in July to capture prevailing conditions that would be expected on a routine basis. The data was collected over a 7-day period, including overnight and on the weekend. The Parts Source store is open seven days a week, with shorter operating hours on the weekend. Corwin Avenue has a 7.0 metre pavement width with a 1.5 metre grass/gravel boulevard and a continuous concrete sidewalk on both sides. Corwin Avenue is residential except for the side frontages of the two properties at Lundy's Lane. Motorists can travel two- blocks from Lundy's Lane to Barker Street, at which point, they must stop for an all-way stop control. This is a distance of 250 metres. Spence Street is a local residential roadway that extends two-blocks from Dorchester Road to Carlton Avenue. Both mid-blocks on Spence Street are less than 200 metres in length and are separated by a stop sign facing east and westbound motorists at Corwin Avenue. Existing traffic volumes on Corwin Avenue abutting the residential zone has stayed fairly consistent with the traffic volumes collected in 2005 and 2006. The 24-hour traffic volume recorded in the previous studies were 639 and 635 vehicles respectively. This indicates that the traffic profile on Corwin Avenue has remained consistent throughout the year. September 10, 2007 _3_ MW-2007-95 Data collected in July 2007 identified daily volumes during the weekday ranging between 570 and 644 vehicles, while the Saturday had 582 vehicles. The lowest traffic volumes were recorded on Sunday - 453 vehicles. From the chart below, the highest hourly volume recorded was 56 vehicles which coincided with the afternoon peak hour. The aforementioned regulatory controls appear to have minimized the occurrence of traffic infiltrating the abutting neighbourhood. Spence Street carries less than 350 vehicles daily with peak hour volumes of 30 Corwin Avenue be#ween Lundy's Lane and Spence S#ree# 24 Hour Traffic Prof le 80 i 70 ~ 60 - o 50 - j ~ j ~ 40 --------------1 c •a° 30 - c.~ m =a 20 'cm 10 i 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 cy ~ ~ Cp 1~' cp C7j O n. r ~ n' ~ r ~ Oj N~ N N• Q Hour i=nding ~-.-.July 2006 Data July 2007 Data bidirectional vehicles. This also coincides with the afternoon peak hour. A resident of Spence Street identified concerns regarding motorists using the area roads as acut-through route when the nearby Dorchester Road/Lundy's Lane intersection is congested. Northbound queues normally extend up to and beyond Spence Street. The approved Dorchester Road Environmental Assessment identifies an expansion of Dorchester Road to five lanes north of Spence Street. The additional intersection capacity will assist in improving the level of service whereby the option of shortcutting may diminish. The operating speed obtained on Corwin Avenue was at or below 50 km/h for each day of the study. The speed limit on Corwin Avenue is 50 km/h. Similarly, Spence Street September 10, 2007 _q._ MW-2007-95 between Dorchester Road and Corwin Avenue had an operating speed below 50 km/h. In both cases, a speeding problem was not observed. Residents have the option of participating in the Neighbourhood Speed Watch Program. This is a safety awareness program intended to give motorists a friendly reminder of their speed when traveling through the neighbourhood. Residents have the opportunity to help make the neighbourhood safer by volunteering to participate in this program. Often, drivers who speed in residential areas are unaware of the effect their actions have on the peace and safety of others. The radar board displays the actual speed of the passing car (whether it is speeding or not) and helps the specific violator become aware of their excessive speed and lets them learn from the experience, without the consequence of a fine. Staff reviews the data collected and the Niagara Regional Police may further assist if a speeding problem is noted. The Parts Source store contains 37 parking spaces, per the City's Zoning by-law. Several site investigations noted an average lot occupancy of less than 20 vehicles. On occasion, vehicles were also observed parked on both sides of Corwin Avenue within the permitted parking zone. Patrons of the Flying Saucer Restaurant on the east side of Corwin Avenue also utilize the on-street parking next to the business. A permit parking zone is already established abutting the residential zone which prohibits customers from parking in front of a residence. In conclusion, Staff's findings reveal that: • thetrafficvolumeshcve remained consistentwith pre-developmentlevels, indicating minimal traffic infiltration in the surrounding neighbourhood; • the operating speed is below 50 km/h, identifying that a speeding problem does not exist; and, a overflow parking into the residential area was not observed. Therefore, no further action is recommended at this time. , /1, j J Recommended by: ' - arl Dren, Director of Transportation Services Approved by: Ed Dujlovic, Exe e irector of Community Services Respectfully submitted: ` n MacDonald, Chief Administrative Officer 8 J. Grubich S:\TPS\TPS 1.00 Administration\TPS 1.06 Reports\2007 Community Services\09 Sep 10\MW-2007-95 Corwin Avenue.wpd _ ~ _ . Y ~ LS + ~F ~ ~ ~ ~`f. { :i 9 ~'d R k O r q a 'i }rk ~ ~ I ~1 A J ~f ~ ~ ~`R x 'dr ~ it ~ ~ ~ B ~ ~ 3 1 V.. max' Y a ~ dti;.rZ "~~zi f fY j ~ .z_. 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BACI~(GROUND: At the request of area residents, staff conducted a review at the intersection of Pitton Road and Lynhurst Drive. The concern at this location stems from motorists travelling in excess of the legal speed limit on Pitton Road. Pitton Road is a north/south local roadway consisting of two travel lanes, one in each direction. Lynhurst Drive is an east/west local roadway also consisting of one travel lane in each direction. Both roadways have sidewalks present on each side for pedestrian use. Parking is permitted on both sides of both roadways. In the study area, Pitton Road contains a reverse curve to the south of Lynhurst Drive. A visibility study conducted at the intersection reveals sight lines to be adequate while viewing traffic to the north and south on Pitton Road. There are sharp curve signs advising motorists of the geometric changes on Pitton Road, complemented by advisory speed tabs indicating the recommended travel speed of 30 km/h around the curves. Vehicles were observed parking on both sides of both roadways as parking is permitted. A collision review conducted for the previous three years for the intersection as well as the mid-block sections of both roadways reveals that a collision problem does not exist. A petition was delivered to all homes within 75 metres of the intersection. Of the thirty-two (32) delivered questionnaires, 16 (50%) were returned. In order for the residential component of the City of Niagara Falls Residential All-Way Stop Warrant to be fulfilled, at least 80% of the residents within. 75 metres of the intersection must favour the installation of the all-way stop control. It should also be noted that a petition was submitted to the City Community Services Department , h R ~ ~ W03'JCl12g TOgBt~ZCl' t0 SBYVB OlIY COlltmlli2lZy Transportation Services ~ ~ ~ a September 10, 2007 - 2 - MW-2007-101 . with twenty-two (22) homeowner signatures, in favour of implementing an all-way stop at Pitton Road and Lynhurst Drive. A speed study was also conducted on Pitton Road, the through roadway, in order to determine whether a speed problem exists. This speed study revealed that the 85`h percentile speed, the speed at which the majority of motorists travel at or below, is 55 km/h. Given the 50 km/h speed limit, the results obtained identify that the operating speed is slightly above the speed limit but not considered to be excessive. Past experience has shown that the installation of unwarranted all-way stop controls, where the traffic volumes between the two roads are unequal, may not achieve the results expected by the local community. Motorists may disregard the signs, as the infrequency of side street traffic may promote this occurrence as the need to stop is not evident to the road user. Speeds are normally reduced within a 30-metre threshold of the intersection, but may actually increase beyond the 30-metres. Also, as drivers decelerate/accelerate, this increases air and noise pollution, and delays emergency vehicle operators, which are required to stop for the signs. Based on this information, it is recommended that the existing yield sign on Lynhurst Drive be replaced with a stop sign, rather than an all-way stop control. Recommended by: ~~:~i% arl Dren, Director of T nsportation Services Approved by: Ed Dujlovic, Executi Director of Community Services I~ ` p submitted. ~ r~--~ Res ectfull ~ , Y n MacDonald, Chief Admi istrative Officer B. 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BACKGROUND: In reply to a request, staff conducted an intersection control review at the intersection of Badger Road at Echo Circle/Kendale Court. Presently, the study intersection is controlled by the basic right-of-way rule. The subject intersection is located in the Westwood Viiiage Subdivision. Badger Road is a minor collector roadway that extends in an east/west direction from Montrose Road to Charnwood Avenue. Echo Circle and Kendale Court are minor local cul-de-sacs that form a cross intersection with Badger Road. Stop signs are typically installed on minor roadways at cross intersections to clearly allocate the right-of-way to approaching motorists. The signs necessitate all motorists on the minor roadway to complete a full legal stop and ensure that it is safe to proceed prior to entering the intersection. Therefore, staff is recommending that a stop sign be installed on the minor approaches of Badger Road at Echo Circle/Kendale Court. 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BACKGROUND: On March 19, 2007, Council authorized the engagement of Urban & Environmental Management Incorporated (UEM) to complete the detailed design of the Victoria Avenue and Clifton Hill intersection. Staff worked with UEM over the past few months to arrive at a design that would seem to be feasible both physically and financially. During the design period staff and UEM consulted with HOCO Limited and the Clifton Hill/Victoria/Centre BIA to ensure that the interests of all stakeholders were considered. A public meeting was held on August 16, 2007 to ensure that any residents in the surrounding area had an opportunity to review the project and make comments. Through discussionswith all stakeholders (HOCO, BIA's) itwas made veryevidentthat Fall construction would be preferred as opposed to Spring construction. City staff in prior reports had planned on construction being performed in 2008 and, therefore, had not included this project in the 2007 capital budget. City staff is in a position to tender and construct the subject improvements should approval be granted. Preliminary estimates have been compiled to determine the funding requirements. The required intersection improvements have been estimated at a cost of $450,000.00. Should approval of this report be granted construction would be scheduled to commence after Thanksgiving weekend. 4 Worki~zg Together to Serve Oacr Community Community Services Department ~~L " Municipal Works ~w~~ 4~S ~~~p: r + ~•-n September 10, 2007 - 2 - MW-2007-103 This project was included in the 2006 Capital Budget and was intended to be funded from debentures. The project was omitted in the 2007 Capital Budget due to uncertainty about the timing of the project. The source of funding has not changed. Council's concurrence with the recommendation made would be appreciated. L R Approved by: Geoff Holm n, Dir ctor of Municipal Works Recommended by: Ed Dujlovic, xecutive Director of Community Services Respectfully submitted: v-~~-~~° John MacDonald, Chief Administrative Officer F. Tassone S:\REPORTS\2007 Reports\MW-2007-103 Intersection Improvements Clifton Hiil & Victoria.wpd September 10, 2007 - _ _ iViW-2007-105 ,r'° ~ ~ . c~Il~ Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Chair and Members of the Community Services Committee City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Members: Re: MW-2007-105 Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs Conference - Transit Charter Service Request RECO~IIMEIVDATIOiV: For the consideration of City Council. BACKOROUiVD: Niagara Falls was chosen to host the 2007 Canadian Association of Fire Chief's Conference. Fire Chiefs from all across Canada will visit Niagara Falls during the week of September 23 to 29, 2007. Niagara Falls Fire Services is requesting that Niagara Transit donate the use of buses for special event transportation for delegates and their companions. Event Dates and Shuttle Bus Times Requested: Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007 1 - 50 passenger Bus Approx - 4 Hrs = $300.00 + $18.00 (GST) _ $31$,00 Monday, Sept. 24, 2007 CHARTER 1 - 1 - 50 passenger bus 6 hrs & 30 min = $487.50 + $29.25 (GST) _ $515.75 CHARTER 2 - 2 - 50 passenger buses 4 hrs per bus X 2 buses = 8 hours = $600.00 = $36.00 (GST) _ $635.00 Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2007 1 - 50 pass~t~ger bus 6 hrs = $5.0.00 + 27.00 (GST) _ $477.00 Working Together to Serve Ozzr Conzmzznity _ ~ Community Services Departrr ~b~ ~ Transportation Services { September 10, 2007 -2- MW-2007-105 Estimated cost for the 3 day event : I', Regular Charter rate is $75/hr./bus X 24.5 hrs = $1,837.50 + $110.25 GST = $1,947.75 Cost to operate Charter is $51/hr./ bus X 24.5 hrs = $1,249.50 + $74.97 GST = $1,324.47 The local organizing committee is requesting that Council consider providing a grant forthe charter fees for Niagara Transit Bus service for this event. ~ ~n - Recommended by: arl Dren, Director of ransportation Services r 1 Approved by: Ed ujlovic, Executive Director of Community Services ~ Respectfully submitted: J MacDonald, Chief Administrative Officer S:\TPS\TPS 1.00 Administration\TPS 1.06 Reports\2007 Community Services\09 Sep 10\MW-2007-105 Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs Confernce.wpd September 10, 2007 MW-2007-109 f 6' ~ ~ ~ S Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Chair and Members of the Community Services Committee City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Members: Re: MW-2007- 109 Request to Open Road Allowance -Young Road (West of Morris Road) RECOMMENDATION: That staff be directed to prepare a Development Agreement between the City and Eric Wiens Construction Ltd. that will set out the terms for the construction of Young Road (West of Morris Road) to the current municipal standard at the proponent's expense. BACKGROUND: Municipal Works staff received a letterdated August 8, 2007 from Eric Wiens Construction Ltd. requesting permission to extend a municipal roadway within the current unopened road allowance on Young Road, west of Morris Road in a rural area of the former Crowland Township (see attached plan). The proponent owns the properties on both sides of the road allowance but the lands do not have frontage on an open road thereby precluding the construction of a residential dwelling on the property. The current policy requires the proponent to enter into a Development Agreement with the City to ensure that a proper standard roadway is constructed at the developer's expense. 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File: RR #3, LCD2, 3705 9th St. Louth St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 6P9 Telephone: 905-684-3214 August 7, 2007 Mr. Geoff Holman, C.E.T. ~ 1~ Director of Municipal Works City of Niagara Falls ~,q 4310 Queen Street ~ Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E 6X5 ff, ~ ~ ~ Dear Geoff: ~ Re: Request to t)pen Raad Allowance ~'onng Road -Nest of lYlorris Road (Crowiand 'I'orvnship). The purpose of this letter is to request permission from the City of Niagara Falls to extend Young Road west of Morris Road in order to provide access to a parcel of land currently in my ownership. I acknowledge that the City will require me to enter into a Development Agreement for the proper constniction of the roadway to full municipal standards at my expense. I would also like permission to commence filling activities along the unopened road allowance as soon as possible. Please advise as to the next steps in the approval process so that the works can be completed this Fall. 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September 10, 2007 MW-2007-96 ~ ; - ~ ~i,~lls Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Chair and Members of the Community Services Committee City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Members: Re: MW-2007-96 Weightman Bridge Rehabilitation (Portage Road crossing Welland River) Status Report -Scope of Work and Schedule RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. That this report be received for information regarding issues/progress and investigations to date on the above noted project; 2. That Council approve the scheduling of a Public Information Center for this Fall to introduce the project to the interested/affected public and stakeholders and to solicit input on construction staging alternatives. 3. That Council approve the potential delaying of construction of the proposed Bridge Rehabilitation from 2008 to 2009 based on the reasons contained in this report; 4. That Council authorize the investigation and assessment of alternatives for the replacement and relocation of the existing watermain crossings on the current bridge structure based on the rationale as outlined in this report. 5. That this investigation is to follow the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process for a Schedule "B" project 6. That the Municipal Class EA be undertaken in-house by City staff; BACKGROUND: Previous Reports In the 2004 Municipal Bridge/Culvert Appraisal Study, the Weightman Bridge, (Portage Road at the Welland River), was found to be in poor condition. The road surface, the expansion joints and sections of the railings, concrete deck and sidewalks are in poor condition. Also, the steel girders have areas of medium to severe corrosion. In June 2005, Council approved the recommendations in Report MW-2005-81, in which Ellis Engineering Inc. was retained to complete a deck condition survey and pre-design analysis on the Weightman Bridge. The Bridge Load Capacity Evaluation and Rehabilitation Analysis Report was completed by Ellis Engineering in January 2006. _ Community Services Department Working Together to Serve Our Commacnity Municipal Works ~ ~ s ; r~ r~~ s y ~ .n.., September 10, 2007 - 2 - MW-2007-96 From the field and deck condition survey conducted by Ellis Engineering Inc., it was determined that the reinforced concrete bridge deck and hollow core slabs are generally in poor condition, with severe wide cracking and areas of severe deterioration throughout the hollow core slabs. The structural steel girders are generally in good condition with isolated areas of severe corrosion. The expansion joints are in poor condition with active leakage and damage along the roadway. The existing bridge was structurally evaluated. The results indicate that a load limit will need to be placed on the bridge, if the bridge is not rehabilitated. Three rehabilitation strategies were investigated: 1. Bridge Deck Replacement 2. Patch, Overlay, Waterproof and Pave 3. Patch, Waterproof and Pave Based on the load capacity evaluation, rehabilitation analysis and life cycle analysis Ellis Engineering Inc., a recommended strategy is the "Bridge Deck Replacement" at an estimated cost of $2,400,000. Council approved Report MW-2006-13 in February 2006 in which the above noted information was received and authorization granted to proceed to retain a Consultant to complete the Engineering design forthe recommended Bridge Rehabilitation. In April 2006 Council approved Report MW-2006-32 recommending that Ellis Engineering Inc. be retained to completed the engineering design for the contemplated Bridge Rehabilitation. Proposed Work and Schedule The proposed Bridge Rehabilitation Works being developed consist of the following: • Removal and replacement of the reinforced concrete bridge deck • Removal and replacement of the precast hollow core slab girder center span • Semi-integral expansion joint conversion at the abutments • Clean and coat the Structure! Steel girders • Concrete patch repairs to deteriorated areas on the abutments, piers and wing walls • Replacement of the bearings In order to undertake the entire Rehabilitation Project at once, the bridge would need to be closed, and all crossing traffic detoured for an anticipated construction period of five or six months. Due to the critical location of the bridge, the amount and type of traffic that utilize it, and the location of potential detour routes and their impacts, it may be impractical to close the Bridge during the construction period. As such, the bridge would need to stay open to two (2) lanes of traffic and one sidewalk at all times. This would necessitate the completion of the Bridge rehabilitation in two (2) stages to maintain traffic and pedestrian service across the bridge. This requirement would extend the time frame for construction to approximately nine to 10 months (4+ months to complete each stage, plus a two to three-week window between stages for the changeover of utilities and traffic control devices/barricades). This time frame, togetherwith temperature/weather issues affecting when certain portion of the works can be completed, would confine the construction window to beginning in February and completion by the end of October or the beginning of November. There are inherent advantages and disadvantages to either construction staging option. Due to their varied impacts on the local populace and businesses, it is recommended that September 10, 2007 - 3 - MW-2007-96 interested and potentially affected residents and stakeholders be afforded the opportunity to provide input into the decision-making process as to which option is implemented. It is therefore proposed to schedule a Public Information Center in regard to the Weightman Bridge Rehabilitation Project. Information will be made available for attendees to review the proposed Rehabilitation works, the options regarding construction staging, and the anticipated benefits and impacts of each. Municipal Works staff and the Engineering Consultant would be in attendance to answer questions and record feedback and commentary. The information received would be taken into consideration when determining the preferred course of action regarding implementation. If approved, the Public Information Center would be scheduled for this Fall. Utility and Approval Issues Currently, the following utilities are located on the Bridge structure: • Bell conduits on the east side within the existing sidewalk • Enbridge Gas pipeline on the west side of the bridge within the existing sidewalk • Two (2) - 300 mm (12-inch) diameter watermains hanging under the sidewalk (one on each side). The scope of rehabilitation work and the location of the existing utilities necessitates that they will need to be removed and replaced during the bridge construction. These utilities will need to somehow maintain service across the River during construction. In particular, the two existing watermains are the only source of potable water for the community of Chippawa on the south side of the Welland River. Depending on which side of the bridge deck will be replaced during the first stage of construction, either the Bell or Gas will need to provide for a temporary service across the bridge along with a temporary watermain. Additionally, the other utilities (Niagara Falls Hydro, Cogeco Cable, and Niagara Broadband Network) are requesting to have new crossings implemented as part of the Bridge deck replacement. Space limitations on the new bridge deck will now become an issue with the congestion of utility crossings. In light of the above noted issues, a site meeting was held with representatives of Bell and Enbridge to discuss the potential of relocating the replacement utilities off the new Bridge deck by boring new crossings under the Welland River. There are many advantages to implementing this scheme, but most importantly this work could be done in advance of the Bridge Rehabilitation providing more flexibility in the construction schedule, as well as freeing up space on the replacement bridge deck. The comparative costs would be similar because of the elimination of the need to provide temporary servicing during construction of the new Bridge deck. Also, from the perspective of the replacement watermains, by relocating one or both of the crossings off the Bridge it creates additional security for the supply source to the south side of the Welland River. The location of the replacement River crossing could be strategically investigated in an attempt to improve the overall water distribution network operation, service delivery and maintenance efficiency. A map of the existing watermains in the Chippawa area is attached for reference. It should be noted that the only other watermain crossing of the Welland River in the area is a 300-mm (12-inch) diameter watermain on the Stanley Avenue bridge, which extends only a short distance south of the crossing. However, a number of impacts to the Bridge Rehabilitation project result from pursuing this alternative: • Increased Approval requirements, particularly as it pertains to the Municipal Class September 10, 2007 - 4 - MW-2007-96 Environmental Assessment Planning and Design Process • The feasibility of a bored River crossing requires additional investigation due to possible bedrock conflicts and the cost implications created • The above two points possibly delaying the construction schedule by up to a full year and the implications on the structural condition of the existing bridge The Consultant for this project has confirmed that if the existing watermains are replaced in the same location as part of the Bridge deck replacement work that the project would fall under Schedule "A" of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process. These types of projects are Pre-Approved, meaning design and construction can proceed without any additional work required under this process. If the replacement watermains are relocated off the Bridge through the implementation of new bored River crossings, this part of the project would fall under Schedule "B" of the Municipal Class EA process. This requires various alternatives to proceed through a screening process, and requires mandatory consultation with Review Agencies and the affected Public. A comprehensive list of viable options regarding the form and location of the replacement watermain crossings will be formulated and considered, taking into account input and feedback received during the screening and consultation process. To complete this process would require in the order of four to nine months during which time the design of the Bridge Rehabilitation could onl be minimal) a v danced. It is therefore hi hl unlike) th t t Y y a he g Y Y current target construction start date in February of 2008 can be achieved. Additional Investigations Due to the implications detailed above, staff deemed it prudent to request an opinion from the Consultant regarding the current structural capacity of the Bridge structure and the potential impacts, if any, of delaying the Rehabilitation work to 2009. This would require an underside (via a boat) inspection of the bridge's critical elements namely the precast concrete center span and the connection and support points onto the steel girders. Also, some preliminary investigation regarding the existing soil profile of the River underwater was critical in the determination of the feasibility of any type of bored River crossing. Borehole Geotechnical information is available from when the bridge was last reconstructed in 1968 indicating more than sufficient soil overburden above bedrock level to accommodate a bored crossing. However, there was concern that erosion and possible dredging in the River due to Hydro diversion of flows in this portion of the River may have impacted the depth or existence of the soil overburden. It was again deemed prudent that at the same time an underwater investigation of the current condition of the River and soil overburden be undertaken. The output from these investigations provides a critical decision point in the process, as a negative result from either assessment would severely limit the merit of pursuing this alternative any further. These investigations took place on June 28, 2007 and a report (attached) was received from the Consultant on July 12, 2007. In summary, the report findings are that the bridge construction can be delayed to 2009, and that a thin layer of soil overburden does exist in the River sections surveyed. The consultant is recommending that ongoing (every six months) monitoring of the structural condition of the bridge be undertaken, and that further geotechnical investigation is required to confirm bedrock levels. ELLIS Engineering lnc. July 11, 2007 EXISTING STRUCTURE ANALYSIS An inspection and analysis was completed on the existing components of Weightman's Bridge to determine the capacity of the structure. It was found in the Load Capacity Evaluation that the existing structure was slightly under the design capacity. At this time the structure was evaluated to determine if the structure had sufficient capacity to delay construction to 2009. A top side inspection of Weightman's Bridge was completed on June 22, 2007 by ELLIS Engineering Inc. The underside inspection of the structure was completed on June 28, 2007 by ELLIS Engineering lnc. with the assistance of ASI Group Inc. by means of a boat. The asphalt roadway over the structure is in poor condition as the riding surface is rough with cracking throughout. The steel girders are generally in good condition. However, there are isolated areas of severe corrosion near the joints. The concrete deck soffit above the steel girders is generally in fair to good condition with cracking and several light to medium spalls. The soffit of the precast girders is in fair to poor condition with medium to severe delaminations and spalls at the ends, near the expansion joints. The exterior precast girders have rotated slightly, so that the external side is lower then the interior side, appearing to be due to the dead load of the sidewalk and the watermain. The rotation appears to have stabilized. An evaluation was completed on the critical parts of the bridge to ensure that they had sufficient capacity for two years. The shear capacity of the precast concrete girders was analyzed, as there is loss of cross-sectional area at the supports. It was found from the drawings that the stirrups were #4 bars spaced at 305mm. However, end section of the girders that had spatted had #4 reinforcing steel at approximately 102mm spacing. The shear capacity of the girders was found to be 941kN with the bars spaced at 305mm and 2103kN with the bars spaced at 102mm. The loading used on the girders was one wheel line of a CL-625-ONT Truck. The reaction at the end of the girder was found to be a maximum factored load of 339kN for the interior girders and 363kN for the exterior girders. Therefore the existing concrete girders have sufficient capacity in shear. An evaluation was also completed on the steelwork connection between the precast girders and the steel girders. The shear capacity of the bolt connection between the steel bearing seat and the steel girders was analyzed as it is a critical connection. Twelve 28mm diameter bolts are used to support the bearing seat between two steel girders which supports approximately 2 '/2 precast girders. The bolted connection was found to have a resistance of 1,874kN in shear and 3,346kN in tension. The factored loads on the connection were found to be 722kN in shear and 102kN in tension. Therefore, the bolt connection has sufficient capacity in shear and tension, and in combined shear and tension. It was found that for the connection to fail at least seven bolts would have to fail or all 12 bolts would have to loose 10.9mm of there diameter. Also the shear capacity of the welds were evaluated and it was found that there was sufficient capacity in the welds to carry the precast girders and the live load. Page 1 of 6 ELLIS Engineering Inc. July 11, 2007 We conclude that the rehabilitation work could be delayed to 2009, as we foresee no structural capacity problems before that time. At this time we recommend patch repairing the asphalt over the expansion joints and that the structure topside and underside be inspect every 6 months to monitor for further deterioration. Underwater Investigation and Sounding Profile In the Underwater investigation the river bed was found to be very steep on the banks and lined with large rock between 200mm to 300mm in size. Near the south pier the riverbed was found to have a 3-4 inches layer of granular/sand on the top of a stiff clay. Near the north pier there was a very thin layer of granular/sand with areas of exposed stiff clay. The centre 20 feet (approx.) of the river bed could not be inspected by the diver as the current was too strong for the diver to safely inspect. Four profiles of the river bed were taken were completed, using sounding, to determine the depth of the river bed on the east side of the structure. Profile 1 gives the river bed elevations just east of the structure. The three other profiles were taken at 10 metre intervals east of Profile 1. The depth of the water at the centre of the river was 34 feet. Existing drawings of the structure have borehole information on the approaches only, that show that bed rock is at an approximate elevation of 526.2 feet. Using the existing drawings it was determined that the present elevation of the river bed is 526.21 feet. Theoretically, since no bedrock was observed in the underwater inspection, there is still a thin layer of overburden on the bedrock. The depth of this layer will have to be determined by drilling. There is a possibility that the bedrock may be deeper in the centre of the river. The following page shows riverbed profiles from the soundings taken. Included on the profile sheet is the bridge deck soffit, piers, abutments and water level elevations and approximate bed rock elevation. The datum for the elevations used was taken from the existing 1966 construction drawings. The elevation for water level was measured from a known point on the bridge deck to the water surface on June 28, 2007. Depths of the water were taken from the water surface to give the profile of the river bed. Existing Borehole Information Drawing B-65131-B-2 "Boreholes, Bridge over Welland River, Village of Chippawa" Included in the existing structure drawings gives information from previous borehole logs. It was noted that the drawing contains two different borehole investigations. We believe the original boreholes were complete before the Truss bridge was removed. At this time the bridge span was only 82 feet and the boreholes labelled "Hole #1, Hole#2, Hole #3 and Hole#4" were drilled. The information shows that the bed rock elevation at the existing South abutment is at 525.6 feet and 526.4 feet at the existing North abutment. The river is believed to have been widened by approximately 238 feet when the existing piers were constructed. We believe that the second set of boreholes were completed before the rehabilitation of the existing bridge. At this time 5 bore holes were drilled and labelled "B.H.#3, B.H.#4, B.H.#5, B.H.#6, B.H.#7". B.H. #4 was drilled to refusal which was at an elevation of 525.2 feet on the south abutment. Page 2 of 6 ELLIS Engineering Inc. July I I, 2007 ~uv~u~~~~ ~~fe~~ ~B~~~f~~f~° ~3~~d~~ 580.00 _ i 570.00 - -~-Profile 1 Profile 2 560.00 ~ Profile 3 a ~ --~-Profile 4 -~-Bridge Soffit 550.00 - Water Level ~ Bed Rock a~ ~ ~ N. Abutment 540.00 -e- N. Pier i S. Pier S. Abutment 530.00 a - i 520.00 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 ~ocataon f~~o~a N~~h Aba~t~e~t (feet) Page 3 of b ELLIS Engineering Inc. July 11, 2007 F x~ .pr.- ~ ~ 5:. w ~ ~ Y ; . ~s- gbh 2s e~ ' N ;;3' H v - _ ~.y ~ t ` 3~rb r . ~ ~j r s ~ ; . `il~' F~= Photograph 1 -North centre span joint between the prestressed girders and steel girders ~ ! ' r~ z ~ Y`c' tai d _„~,N.2~ ~ ~ ~ .,fir ~a v ~~~-f ~~~i - , . _ _ 1~~ ~ to A. rb~.~ - ~ ,z,, R~~ irk ..3 } 4 `fin L ~L]i ~1 yr5 ~ _ _ ~ s ~ J ~I J `1 e Phot - o ra h 2 Eas f l g p tend of North centre span ~omt Page 4 of 6 ELL1S Engineering lnc. July i 1, 2007 ~ - ~M. , ~ ~ ..~1 ~ ,'y ~ 'i ~ i~ _ ~ a. 5::" . r~' ~ i Photograph 3 -East side of South centre span joint ;r! l~ I'=~ = . a it ~f .A`t FY.. 6 ~ ~ 4 f~ ~ ~ _ _ ~ ~'r ~ y ti~ ;a. ~ _ '~:Ym rr Y ,5 "rye ~ j k ~ lFj '4' ~~~jy _.o-s-"~' ~ A s.'bf~ 5 h s. T Photograph 4 -East end of South centre span joint Page 5 of 6 ELL1S Engineering Inc. July 11, 2007 L:~ ~ ~ r ° ~ F , ~ ~ ii . 3/i4~, i _a t r~ t ~ ~YT~., ,f. r t ~ t syn.., _ - t ~ { f'` ~ ~g~` 'n fir. , ~ sY~ 3' ~tr&E i s~.~ _ ~ r,~9 r ~ t t Photograph 5 -South end of second prestressed concrete girder in from the west side showing exposed steel reinforcing spaced at 4 inches ~ u - n; .fT~~ c. ` ~ ~ i ~Y 3; - r N-_. F ~ -;n - 1. l~,1 Photograph 6 - Weightman's Bridge looking north east Page 6 of 6 :ieptember 10, 2007 R-2007-14 _ cell c~~~~~~ Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Chair and Members of Community Services Committee City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Members: Re: R-2007-14 -Naming & Renaming Parks Policy RECOMMENDATION: That the revisions to the Naming & Renaming Parks Policy (1000.32) be approved. BACKGROUND: The policy for naming parks and facilities was created in 1982, and updated in 1995. Given a number of recent requests received for the naming, as well as renaming of parks, coupled with the fact that the Civic Committee is no longer in existence, a review of the policy was completed. Staff also researched the policies of several other municipalities (including the models or committee structures for evaluating requests and the administration of requests) in order to develop an updated policy (attached) which would be more comprehensive. The recommended policy includes that the Park In the City Committee serve as the committee responsible for this evaluation. The policy also has placed a greater focus on the process of evaluation whereby community issues are central to the review particularly with a request to rename a park. Recommended by: r-- • ~ ~~~1'~ S` Deny~e Morrissey,~Dir for of Parks, Recreation & Culture Approved by: Ed Dujlovic, Ex~utive Director of Community Services , Res ectfull submitted: P Y J ~hn .MacDonald, Chief Adrr~nistrative Officer RL Attachments -y~`'~ Working ~'ogether to Serve Our Community Community Services Department Parks, Recreation & Culture Wis. " , DEPARTMENT: DATE EFFECTED: POLICY: COMMUNITY SERVICES APRIL 13, 1982 Naming and Renaming of PARKS, RECREATION Parks & CULTURE DATE REVISED: August 28, 1995 Report: R-2007-14 September 10, 2007 SECTION:1000.32 Page 1 of 7 POLICY Purpose• The purpose of this policy is to outline a procedure for the commemorative naming or renaming of parks/open spaces, and component features as part of the acquisition and/or management of these spaces by the City of Niagara Falls. Commemorative Naming refers to the naming of a property in honour of outstanding achievement, distinctive service, or significant community contribution, generally without financial consideration. Objective: 1. To provide a consistent process for the City of Niagara Falls to recognize significant Local events, people and geographic features through the naming of parks/open spaces, and features; 2. To provide the guidelines by which names will be chosen for new City parks/open spaces, and features, and by which these features will be renamed, if necessary; 3. To include community involvement in the naming/renaming, and dedication ofparks/open spaces, and features through a clearly defined process. Definition of Terms The following terms are provided for greater clarity. Component Feature -means all substantial structures or recreational aspects of a park which includes, but is not limited to, such things as sport fields, ball diamonds, hard surface courts, tennis courts, lawn bowling greens, bocce courts, gardens, playgrounds, washrooms and skateboard park facilities, etc. Commemorative Naming -naming rights granted to honour outstanding achievement, distinctive service, or significant community contribution. Commemorative naming will not be tied to a financial contribution. Individual and Community Organization Commemorative Naming -naming rights granted to an individual, group of individuals, family foundation, or anon-profit community organization in recognition of significant philanthropy. Page 2 of 7 Open Space -includes, but is not limited to, trails, pathway systems, utility features such as storm- watermanagement ponds, and other like structure under the jurisdiction of the City of Niagara Falls. Parkland- means all parkland designations including, but not limited to, dedicated parkland, city- wide parks, community parks, neighbourhood parks, parkettes, open space, etc. owned by and/or under the jurisdiction of the City of Niagara Falls. Significant Financial Gifts means a monetary donation reflective of the total capital cost or appraised value of the amenity being considered for naming. Criteria• 1.0 Commemorative Name Designation Associated with Functional Use, Geographic Location or Historical Significance. 1.1 Staff may assign a name based on the adjacent street, functional use, geographic feature, community name or historic significance. Examples include: Alpine Park -adjacent to Alpine Drive Lundy's Lane Battlefield -Historical Significance 1.2. Chosen names within this designation shall be assigned by Staff and may remain unchanged until a formal request for a name change has been approved by Council. 1.3 The chosen name shall not conflict with similar names, in whole or in part. For example, if a park is named Oakes Park, no other similar name shall be used, such as Red Oak Park. 1.4 Generall chosen names shall reflect the adjacent street name. For exam le Ontario Park - Y~ J p majority of street frontage on Ontario Avenue. This is to ensure continuity and minimize conflicts for emergency services. 2.0 Commemorative Name Designation Associated in Honour of Individuals or Groups. 2.1 This section applies to any request to: a) naming b) renaming a park/open space, or component feature in honour of individuals or groups. 2.2 Council shall approve all names in honour of individuals or groups. All requests for naming, designating or renaming in honour of individuals or groups shall be submitted in writing, with supporting explanation and/or justification to the Chair of the Park in the City Committee, care of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture. Staff will forward a report with the Committee's recommendations to Council for consideration. Pa e 3 of 7 g 2.3. Names for c hall e th se o distin ui he onsideration s b o f g s d persons, organizations, corporations, foundations or families: a) where there has been significant contribution to the quality of life, well being of the City of Niagara Falls; or b) where the person/group is perceived as a role model and open to close scrutiny relative to their character, integrity and values; or c) demonstrated excellence, courage or exceptional service to the citizens of the City of Niagara Falls; or d) to memorialize or otherwise recognize substantial gifts and significant donors, individuals designated by donors, or individuals who have made exemplary or meritorious contributions to the City of Niagara Falls; or, e) where there is a strong historical or cultural connection to the City and has a major contribution to the historical or cultural preservation of the City; or, f) where there is a strong contribution toward environmental preservation, conservation or enhancement of the City; or, g) where there is a major contribution made to the acquisition, development or conveyance of land or building in question and/or its subsequent development; or f) where there is a direct relationship or association that exists between the place or former place of residence of the person or group and the facility/park to be named. 2.4 Naming in honour of elected or appointed public officials, City officials, or Staff shall normally occur only after the public service or City employment has concluded. 2.5 Not withstanding the above, Council, by resolution, may approve a name or name change in honour of individuals or groups when circumstances justify such an action. Council may also remove the original name designation when circumstances justify such action. 3.0 Commemorative Names of Provincial, National or International Significance 3.1 Council may approve a name or name change in honour of individuals or groups who have made an outstanding contribution provincially, nationally, or internationally. 3.2 In such instances, and prior to approving the use of any name of individuals or group, Staff shall investigate anyprotocoland/or requirements of anyprovincial, national or international agency or organization. 4.0 Names Derived from Significant Financial Contributions 4.1 In selected instances where a naming request has been proposed as a result of receiving a unique and extraordinary financial, or other significant contribution, towards the acquisition, creation or redevelopment of a property or park consideration will be given to the sponsorship contribution being provided. The merits and value of each such naming will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. It should not be assumed that a financial contribution guarantees that a park is named after the service club/business/individuaUorganization. Page 4 of 7 5.0 Renaming Existing Parks 5.1 Renaming of parks and open spaces carries with it a much greater burden of process compared to initial naming. Tradition and continuity of name and community identification are important community values. Each application must meet the criteria in this policy, but meeting all criteria does not automatically ensure renaming. 5.2 Critical examination will be conducted to insure that renaming the park will not diminish the original justification for the name or the prior contributors. Renaming will follow the same procedures as naming apark/open space, or component feature: a) Onlyparks and facilities named for geographic location, outstanding feature or subdivision should be considered for renaming. Parks that have been named by deed restriction shall not be considered for renaming. b) Parks and facilities named after individuals shall not be changed unless it is found that because of the individual's character the continued use of their n ame would not be m the best interest of the community. 5.3 Existing names will not be changed without the consideration of: a) the historical significance of the existing name b) the impact on the individual or organization associated with the existing name c) the cost and impact of changing existing signage, rebuilding community recognition and updating records (data bases, maps, promotional materials, etc.). 5.4 Only nominations having a direct relevance to the park/open space, or a component feature within the space in question will be considered for renaming. 5.5 Renaming of a park/open space, or component feature may occur i£ a) the policy criteria are met; and b) a valid justification for renaming the facility is provided; and c) changing the name will not cause undue confusion within the community; and d) an appropriate level of community support exists. 6.0 Inventory of Names 6.1 Parks, Recreation & Culture shall be responsible for maintaining an inventory of names for parks/open spaces, and component features. 6.2 Proposals for names that will not be given consideration or counted as part of the inventory include: a) names that cause confusion for the public or emergency services due to duplication with an existing name b) names that duplicate a school or facility name that is not directly adjacent to the area to be named Page 5 of 7 c) names that are meaningful only to a few members of the community d) the proposal suggests a name after a specific builder or developer e) the proposed name advertises a product or private company. 7.0 Signage 7.1 The City will be responsible for coordinating the public presentation of Signage to acknowledge the naming/renaming designation. Costs associated with naming/renaming of a park/open space, or component feature as outlined in this policy, will be assumed by the City of Niagara Falls. 7.2 The City will have final approval for the selection and location of any Signage, including Signage text and design. 7.3 The addition of flowers, plant material, other signage and/or ornaments/memorials near the sign, by the public, is prohibited. 7.4 The City will bear the responsibility of ongoing maintenance for the Signage. Procedures: 1. Any individual or group wishing to submit a request for naming/renaming any park/open space, or component feature must provide a written proposal to the Park in the City Committee, care of the Director of Parks, Recreation & Culture and should include at least the following minimum information: i) name of the applicant; and ii) identification of the parks/open spaces or park features to be named/renamed; and iii) proposed name; and iv) background information describing the accomplishments and/or legitimacy of the name designation; and Proposals are encouraged to include letters of endorsement supporting the application. 2. When there is a local neighbourhood association or community group associated with the area in which the park/open space, or component feature in question is to be named, Parks, Recreation & Culture will circulate the proposal to those parties. 3. When possible, if a request to name/rename is directly associated with, or is on land that has been donated to the City, the original donor or family will be advised. 4. When a naming/renaming request is submitted, Staff shall conduct a historical review of the current name prior to recommending approval. 5. When anaming/renaming request is submitted, staff will ensure that the nominee being honoured is in agreement with the naming proposal (if they are living), or by their legal representative should they be deceased. Page 6 of 7 6. Naming/renaming requests will also be appear on the City's website allowing for thirty calendar days for written comments from the public to the Park in the City Committee. 7. Parks, Recreation & Culture will convene a meeting of the Park in the City Committee, as appropriate, to review the request. Staff will consult and request comments from all other divisions that have jurisdiction relative to the amenity in question. Staff will forward the recommendation(s) of the Park in the City Committee via a report to Council. 8. When a request proposes the naming/renaming of a park/open space, or component feature after an individual or group, the report shall be dealt with in-camera, similar to a personnel matter. This will ensure the integrity of the process and avoid any potential embarrassment. 9. Parks, Recreation & Culture will notify the applicant of Council's decision. S:\Policies\Policy & Procedures Manual\1000.32 Naming and Renaming of Parks.wpd ~i Page 7 of 7 City of Niagara Falls Parks, Recreation and Culture 7150 Montrose Road, Unit # 1 ~la~`c`iPc`i~'tY~1S Niagara Falls, Ontario L2H 3N3 Telephone: 905-356-7521, ext. 3330 Fax: 905-356-7404 _ E-maN: prc@niagarafalls.ca Website~ w~rrrd:niagarafalls:ca N:1MIiyU / RI~',NA1lING REQUEST OF A PAKIt/OYI?N SPACE OIZ PARK°FEATURI? Date of Submission: N~b1I~;OFYOb1INA'TOR Contact intormation of the gerson5ubmittine the recluast. Name: Address: City: Postal Code: Telephone Number-Day: Evening: Email Address: NADIG OE iYOM[NGC Contact iliformation ofthc nominea, or iii the cvcnt of a posthumous nomination the contact ulfoimation of theneat of kin.' Name of Nominee: Address: City: Postal Code: Telephone Number-Day: Evening: Email Address: Letter of consent from nominee or next of kin attached: ? Yes ? No 721i~QUEST DE:TAiLS Phase iirdiaite the hpe ofreciue 51 you are makiii~. Rc sate to comi~Icte i'aits n B. PART A -Type of Request d Naming -Request to name an amenity not currently named. ? Renaming -Request to rename an existing named amenity. For renaming requests only -Please indicate the existing name that you are requesting be changed. PART B -Type of Amenity to be considered: ? ParWOpen Space/Trail ? Park Feature Specific Location/Address of Park/Open Space/Trail: PIZOPOSbD iYAMF, FOR CONSIllERAT1ON: Reasons for Nomination and History of Nominee. Please attach a written submission stating the reasons for the nomination. Be sure to include sufficient information as to how the proposed name satisfies the criteria of the policy. This may include, but is not limited to, background and/or biographical information and supporting documentation including letters of support, newspaper articles, etc. Please submit the completed application package, with all accompanying documents to: Parks, Recreation and Culture 71Gl1 i~iTnn*rnco 71A TTn:f 1 Ninno nn T'nll~ !1N T 7TS 4N2 DEPARTMENT: DATE EFFECTED: POLICY: APRIL 13, 1982 Naming and Renaming of Parks and COMMUNITY SERVICES - Facilities PARKS, RECREATION & DATE REVISED: CULTURE Au ust 2$,1995 SECTION: 1000.32 Page 1 of 1 These policies and procedures apply to the naming or renaming of: • municipal parks • municipal recreation facilities The following guidelines shall apply: 1. All names suggested for consideration must be submitted on a standard Nomination Form for Naming or Renaming of a Park or a Recreation Facility (attach), outlining in detail the information necessary to support the designation, including the reasons for submission. Forms are available from the Clerk's Department. 2. All Names nominated for designation should fit into one of the following categories: a) A local individual who has made a significant contribution to the well being of the City, Region, Province or Country. b) A geographic location which best describes the area in which the park is located, or a name which describes the topographic, ecological, or unique characteristics of the site. Preference for naming neighbourhood parks will be given to the street on which the park fronts. c) A name that addresses the historical significance of the immediate area in terms of famous pioneers, settlements and/or events. 3. The Clerk's Department will provide completed nomination forms to City Council, with a recommendation to refer the request to the Civic Committee. The Civic Committee will review the nomination and forward a recommendation report regarding the request to City Council. If deemed appropriate, the Civic Committee may request that a survey of area residents surrounding the subject park or facility be undertaken regarding the proposed name or renaming. 4. If the suggested name is that of a living or recently deceased individual, the report shall be dealt with in-camera, similar to a personnel matter. This will ensure the integrity of the process and avoid any potential embarrassment. 5. Any names nominated but not immediately recognized will be kept on record in the Clerk's Department for consideration for future designation. In the case of a request to rename an existing named park or facility, only nominations having a direct relevance to the park or facility in question should be considered. Due to the costs involved in changing park and facility signage, the merits of any renaming must be carefully considered. S:\Policies\Policy & Procedures Manual\1000.32 Naming and Renaming of Parks and Facilities.wpd City Hall 4310 Queen Street Niagara Falls, Ontario ~ir`l~aY'c~~a11S L2E 6X5 C 111D,1 TELEPHONE: (905) 356-7521 FAX: (905) 356-0759 NOMINATION FOR NAMING OR RENAMING OF A PARK OR A RECREATION FACILITY DATE: I, ,submit the following name to be considered when naming , in the City of Niagara Falls: NOMINEE: REASONS FOR NOMINATION AND HISTORY OF NOMINEE: I Name: Signature: Address: City: Postal Code: Telephone No. -Please submit the completed form to the Clerk's Department - S:\Policies\Policy & Procedures Manual\1000.32 Naming and Renaming of Parks and Facilities.wpd I The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario Resolution No. Moved by Councillor Seconded by Councillor WHEREAS all meetings of Council are to be open to the public; and WHEREAS the only time a meeting or part of a meeting maybe closed to the public if the subject matter falls under one of the exceptions under s. 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT on September 10"', 2007, Niagara Falls Council will go into a closed meeting to consider matters that fall under the subject matter of 239(2)(c), a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land, and 239(d), labour relations or employee negotiations, of the Municipal Act, 2001. AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed. DEAN IORFIDA R. T. (TED) SALCI CITY CLERK MAYOR