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2008/01/28SECOND MEETING REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers January 28, 2008 Council met on Monday, January 28, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of considering Regular Business matters. All members of Council except Councillors loannoni and Pietrangelo were present. Councillor Thomson offered the Opening Prayer. ADOPTION OF MINUTES ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Fisher, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the minutes of January 14, 2008 be approved. Carried Unanimously DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest for the current Council meeting. * * * ** DEPUTATIONS /PRESENTATIONS Niagara Falls Big Brothers Big Sisters Jon Braithwaite, Executive Director, addressed Council regarding current iniatives including the 100 men initiative, which is attempting to provide 100 Big Brothers in Niagara Falls. He also advised of the upcoming Annual Tim Hortons Bowl for Kids Sake Campaign. The event will be held on February 16 2008. Councillors will be contacted through the Mayors Office inviting any interested parties to be part of a team in the annual bowling fundraiser. Regional Budgets Regional Councillor Norm Puttick was present and spoke of various issues related to amalgamation and NEDCO.. Niagara Falls Lions Park PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE MATTERS Don Wallace, Project Chairman provided an overview and showed a brief video outlining the plans for redevelopment of the Niagara Falls Lions Park. Key features of the re- designed park are accessibility and year -round amenities. The park plan was developed in partnership with the Lions, who are funding the project over the next 15 years. Don Wallace along with Gabe Marinelli, President and Craig Robinson, Past President presented a cheque for the first installment to Mayor Salci for $10,000. - 2 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes R- 2008 -04 - Niagara Falls Lions Park Redevelopment - Information Update It is recommended for the information of Council. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Mayes that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously R- 2008 -06 -Arena Fundraising Task Force Volunteers: Update. It is recommended that (1) the list of Arena Task Force Fundraising Volunteers be approved, (2) That a member of the Hospitality /Tourism Sectors be sought and confirmed and (3) That a member of Council be appointed to the Task Force. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the Arena Task Force Fundraising Volunteers be approved and that Councillor Pietrangelo be offered the opportunity to be the Council representative. Failing his involvement, Councillor Diodati will volunteer. PD- 2008 -02 - Chief Administrative Officer - AM- 35/2007, Zoning By -law Amendment Application, Southwest Corner of McLeod Road and Wilson Crescent, Applicant: Donna Brown, Proposed 2 1 /2 Storey, 12 Unit Apartment Dwelling The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and provided the following information: Background The applicant has requested an amendment to Zoning Bylaw 79 -200 for .18 ha (.48 ac) parcel of land on the southwest corner of McLeod Rd and Wilson Cres. Applicant proposes to develop a 2 1/2 storey, 12 unit apartment building The applicant is requesting the land be rezoned to Residential Apartment 5A density with site specific reductions to: ► the required lot area per dwelling unit; ► the required front yard depth; and, ► the required exterior side yard width Planning Analysis Provincial Policy PLANNING MATTERS Carried Unanimously Recent changes to the Planning Act require City planning decisions to comply with Provincial policy documents. The Provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe stipulates that by the year 2015, the City is to achieve 40% of new residential growth within existing built boundaries. This proposal is in keeping with the above intensification goals as it is of a type and scale appropriate for the neighbourhood. Official Plan Land is designated Residential. Well suited for an apartment development due to its: ► location at the periphery of a residential neighbourhood; ► convenient access to an arterial road; ► access to public transit; and, ZONING Conclusion ► proximity to a minor commercial district. - 3 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes Requested amendment is acceptable for the following reasons: ► Density of the project at 70 un /ha (28 un /ac) is in the range contemplated by the Official Plan for properties along McLeod Rd. ► Site has convenient access to an arterial road with minimal impact on surrounding low density residential properties. ► Site is close to a wide range of services and amenities. ► Proposed apartment building has been designed in terms of massing, height, and setbacks to be compatible with and complimentary to surrounding single detached dwellings. ► As long as adequate landscaping is provided along the south property line to buffer the adjacent dwelling from the parking lot, the proposed development is appropriate for the site. Land is zoned TRM. This zoning was applied to the land to encourage land assembly and redevelopment for apartments. The site specific R5B zone standards are appropriate as follows: ► Reduction in lot area per dwelling unit from 200 sq m (2153 sq ft) to 140 sq m (1507 sq ft) is acceptable as it results in a density of 70 un /ha which is in keeping with a density contemplated by the Official Plan. ► Zoning bylaw currently protects for a future widening on McLeod Rd. which is greater than that identified in the Official Plan and Regional Policy Plan. ► Permitting a covered porch to project 2.5 m (8.2 ft) into the exterior side yard is similar to porch projections already permitted on Wilson Cres. ► Landscaping strip of 3 m (9.7 ft) along the rear property line will help buffer the adjacent dwelling. There is adequate room on the site to shift both the building closer to McLeod Rd and the parking closer to the apartment building to accommodate this landscaping. A 1.8m (5.9 ft) closed board wooden fence should be required along this lot line to further screen the adjacent residence. ► It is recommended that a 3 m landscape strip be required between the parking area and Wilson Cres. to reflect the front yard landscaping on adjacent residences. This can be accomplished by eliminating an extra parking space at the northwest corner of the parking area. The requested Zoning Bylaw amendment to develop a 12 unit apartment dwelling on the property can be supported for the following reasons: ► It conforms to the Provincial policies and with the Official Plan policies that apply to the area. ► The property is zoned TRM in anticipation of land assembly and development with multiple unit dwellings. ► Zoning regulations will ensure the proposed building will fit in with adjacent dwellings in terms of scale and massing. ► The proposed development will not adversely impact on surrounding dwellings provided additional landscaping is provided between the parking area and the property to the south and Wilson Crescent, as recommended. Recommendation That Council approve the Zoning Bylaw amendment application to permit a 2/2 storey, 12 unit apartment building on the land, subject to the development standards recommended in the staff report. - 4 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes Sam Paonessa, 4978 Portage Road, representing his parents, who own property south of the proposed apartment dwelling, expressed concerns with the current height of the fence. He requested that the applicant put a 7ft high fence and that evergreen trees be placed along the fence closest to his parents property. Mr. Paonessa also expressed concerns with the proposed location of the garbage enclosure and requested that it be placed furthest away from his parents house. Donna Brown, 11179 Niagara River Parkway, the applicant, advised that the property is an investment property and they intend to provide a high quality product. She requested that the landscaping along Wilson be reduced to 1.8 metres. This will allow them to place the garbage enclosure further from the Paonessa property but need the decreased landscaping to allow garbage trucks to access the property. Mrs. Brown advised that they are willing to put up a 7ft fence or whatever height is stipulated by staff and agreed upon by the neighbours. The Public Meeting was Closed. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor Thomson that the recommendation report be approved with the amendment of 1.8 metre landscaping along Wilson Crescent and that the residents be included in the site plan process. Carried Unanimously PD- 2008 -04 - Chief Administrative Officer AM-31/2007, Zoning By -law Amendment Application, 7901, 7913 & 7933 Thorold Stone Road, Application: Reichmann Acquisitions Corporation, Proposed Retirement Home The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and provided the following information: Background Applicant has requested an amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 79 -200, as amended, for a .77 ha (1.9 ac) parcel of property near the corner of Thorold Stone Rd and Cardinal Dr. The applicant proposes to develop a 3 to 4 storey retirement home with 83 suites. Current zoning of the land permits development of 25 unit townhouse dwelling units and one single detached dwelling. Applicant is requesting all subject land be placed under a new site specific R4 zone to permit the development of the retirement home. Site specific proposal requests a reduction to the required front yard depth, an increase in permitted building height and the establishment of a site specific parking requirement. Planning Analysis Official Plan Land is designated Residential and identified as a residential infill area under the Northwest Community Secondary Plan. A number of ancillary uses, including retirement homes are permitted on lands designated Residential. Ancillary uses are to be designed to be compatible and sensitive to surrounding development in terms of density, height gradation, massing and arrangement, setbacks and appearance. Appropriate buffering and landscaping are to be employed. The proposal meets the policies and guidelines as follows: ► Site is located at the intersection of an arterial road and a collector road, in close proximity to a major commercial area, parks, recreational trails and schools - 5 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes ► Not expected to generate a significant amount of traffic nor impact surrounding dwellings, as the site has ready access to Thorold Stone Rd. ► Building is stepped in height with the highest part of the building (3 -4 storeys) adjacent to the apartment building to the west; stepped down to a 2 -3 storey structure along Cardinal Dr to fit in with the single detached character of Cardinal Dr. Setbacks in the range of 20 -40 m. (65 to 130 ft) well in excess of the minimum setbacks required for similar sized apartment buildings are provided from the single detached dwellings to the north and west, to mitigate potential impacts on these dwellings and to avoid any overshadowing of these dwellings. A building setback of 6 m (19.7 ft) should be maintained along the Cardinal Dr. frontage in order to be consistent with the minimum setback requirements of adjacent dwellings. The proposal has been designed with extensive landscaping and buffering, similar to what would be expected for a comparable apartment building. Single detached dwellings to the north and west are buffered by a landscape strip between 3m (10 ft) and 7 m (23 ft) in width. These strips will be sufficient to contain the necessary fencing and landscaping to screen adjacent residences. The proposal will assist in meeting the housing mix targets for this area as stipulated by the Northwest Community Secondary Plan. A number of blocks of land intended by the Plan for townhousing and apartments (including Fatima Court and the southwest corner of Mount Carmel Blvd and Cardinal Dr.) have instead been developed with single detached dwellings. Zoning Site is already zoned Residential (R4) which would provide for townhouse development. Applicant has requested a new site specific R4 zone with the following site specific standards: ► The increase in height from 10 m (32.8 ft) to 16 m (52 ft) is appropriate given the slope of the land, the building setbacks and the peaked roof. ► The reduction in the front yard setback reflects the required widening requirements for Thorold Stone Rd. as set by the Official Plan and is consistent with other development that fronts onto Thorold Stone Rd. ► The reduction in the interior (easterly) side yard setback from 8m (26 ft) to 5m (16.4 ft) allows a greater setback to be established from the single detached dwellings to the west. ► The City's typical parking requirement for retirement home parking is .6 spaces per suite. The applicant has requested a site specific requirement of .65 spaces per suite (56 spaces for the development) which will provide a few extra spaces. ► Staff recommend a minimum exterior side yard setback of 6m (19.7 ft) be applied to the proposal. Conclusion The requested Zoning Bylaw amendment to develop a retirement home on the property can be supported for the following reasons: ► It complies with the Official Plan with respect to locating ancillary uses in residential areas and providing an appropriate housing mix in neighbourhoods. - 6 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes ► It complies with the Northwest Community Secondary Plan with respect to locating compatible development in infill areas and providing an appropriate housing mix in neighbourhoods. ► Provided the recommended setback to Cardinal Dr. is implemented, the proposed development will respect the neighbourhood character and will not adversely impact on surrounding properties. ► The proposal will add to the choice of housing available to residents. Recommendation That Council approve the Zoning Bylaw amendment application to permit the proposed retirement home, subject to the provision of a 6 m. (19.7 ft) building setback along Cardinal Drive. Councillor Wing left Chambers. Sean Harrigan, of Reichmann Seniors Housing Development Corporation, advised that Reichmann is a privately owned company that has been building retirement homes across the country. On behalf of Reichman, they are excited and proud for the opportunity to come and build to the Niagara Region. The retirement home will consist of comfortable and affordable units. The Public Meeting was Closed. ORDERED on the motion Councillor Maves, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended. Councillor Wing returned. Background Carried Unanimously PD- 2008 -07 - Chief Administrative Officer AM- 2912007, Official Plan and Zoning By -law Amendment Application, Applicant: Carmela D'Angelo, Agent: Gustino Jim D'Angelo, Proposed Office. The Director of Planning and Development reviewed the recommendations and provided the following information: Applicant is requesting an amendment to the Official Plan and the Zoning Bylaw for a 550 sq m (5,915 sq ft) parcel of land at 4067 Drummond Rd. Applicant is proposing to convert the existing 107 sq m (1150 sq ft) dwelling into an office and provide the required parking in the rear yard. Official Plan Land is designated Residential in an area intended to be redeveloped for multiple unit dwellings. The subject property, while contiguous to the Five Corners commercial node, is flanked by residential properties to the north and south and a stable residential neighbourhood to the west. Until the whole block fronting onto Drummond Rd is consolidated to round out the commercial node, it would be premature to designate the subject property Major Commercial as it would impact on the adjacent residential uses. As an alternative, allowing only an office use through a Special Policy provision within the OP can be considered for the following reasons: 7 January 28, 2008 Council Minutes ► property is contiguous to an established Major Commercial node - does not perpetuate strip commercial development. ► retaining the Residential designation would allow the property to merge with adjacent properties in the future to be developed as part of a multiple unit development. ► limiting the office use to the existing dwelling will retain the character of the area and ensure the scale remains small to lessen the impact ► dwelling has a floor area of 107 sq m (1,150 sq ft) and is not expected to have a significant impact on the commercial vacancy rate of the area. Residential designation remain and a Site Specific Policy be applied to allow the existing dwelling to be used as an office as alternative to residential use. This will protect the long term intent of the planning program that the area redevelop for multi- family units or redevelop through a comprehensive review once properties are consolidated. Zoning Land is zoned Transition Residential Multiple (TRM) Applicant has requested a change to General Commercial which would allow for the existing dwelling to be used for a variety of commercial purposes. As the subject property is a small lot and adjacent to sensitive land uses, the requested full retail and commercial operations should not be permitted. In addition to limiting the use of the property to an office: ► To better regulate traffic flow and reduce impacts on abutting properties, only one, two way driveway should be allowed on the south side of the building; ► As much of the front yard landscaping as possible should be retained to maintain the existing character of the street; ► The rear yard parking area should not be paved to lessen overland drainage and better protect existing trees. In addition, a 1.2 m. (4.0 ft) landscape strip should be provided to buffer the abutting residents to the west, allow for retention of existing trees and provide an area for snow clearance ► A 1.8 m (6.0 ft) closed board fence is to be required around the parking lotto screen the abutting residential properties. A NC zone, with Special Provisions is recommended. As the intended use of the property is for an office, and given the small size of the property and to ensure compatibility with the abutting residential properties, it is recommended that the property be zoned NC with the following site specific provisions: ► Restrict the use of the lands to an office or one or two residential units within the dwelling ► Require the front yard landscaping to be retained except for the driveway ► Require a 1.2 m (4.0 ft) wide landscape strip along the west property line and require a 1.8m (6.0 ft) high fence along the lot lines between the parking lot and the residential properties. Conclusion The proposed office can be supported by establishing a Special Policy Area designation and a site specific NC zone on the lands, for the following reasons: ► A limited office used is in conformity with the Official Plan criteria for considering land use changes. ► The long term intent of the Official Plan to consolidate adjacent properties that front - 8 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes onto Drummond Rd. for future multiple unit development is maintained. ► Provided the recommended measures to mitigate impacts on adjacent residential properties are implemented, the proposed office use is appropriate and will provide a transition in between adjacent major commercial and residential uses. Recommendation That Council approve the proposal to convert the existing dwelling into an office, by adding a Special Policy Area designation and policies for the property and limiting its use through a site specific Neighbourhood Commercial zone. Todd Reid, 4079 Drummond Road, expressed concerns that the property may not have adequate water drainage and he didn't see the need for the proposed driveway change. He wanted to know about the lights in the driveway. Judy Chimenti, 6239 Crawford Street, was present to express her concerns about the new proposed paved areas and the impact on the five mature trees surrounding the property. She expressed the opinion that the development could have an affect on parking on Crawford Street. Jim D'Angelo, 7860 Bernadette Cres., applicant, indicated that the business is a Mortgage Company catering to the Chinese speaking population. He indicated that business hours would be traditionally in the daytime hours, there would only be 2 or 3 cars at a time, the parking lot light would be on a sensor and trees would not be taken down. Mr. D'Angelo advised that they are willing to work with staff on any issues or concerns that his neighbours may have. Hong Qun Liu, applicant, a Mortgage Broker, advised Council that he and his partner were moving to Niagara Falls from Toronto to improve their business. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the report be approved and the residents be included in the site plan process. Carried Unanimously MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Salci extended condolences to the family Marianne Tikky, a City employee, whose father John DeMarsh recently passed away and to Liberato DiPardo, a city employee, whose father Angelo DiPardo passed away. Mayor Salci advised of recent events: Provincial Minister of Tourism Peter Fonseca visited our City this past week; the Mayor participated in Literacy Week with our school boards; the 13 Annual Niagara Icewine Festival Gala took place at the Fallsview Casino Resort; and he attended a Niagara IceDogs where he dropped the ceremonial puck. Mayor Salci advised of some upcoming events: Cavendish Manor is holding a fundraiser dinner on Saturday, February 2, 2008 and the Mayor and Council's Chili Cook - off is set to take place February 5, 2008. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK 1. CHD Awareness Week - requesting that February 7- 14 2008 be proclaimed as " Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week" in the City of Niagara Falls. RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wing, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the communication be approved. Carried Unanimously 9 January 28, 2008 Council Minutes REPORTS RATIFICATION OF COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE MATTERS ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the actions taken in Community Services Committee, on January 28, 2008 be approved. Carried Unanimously 1) The minutes of the January 14, 2008 meeting be approved. 2) F- 2008 -06 Audited Financial Statements - Niagara Falls Transit Commission The audited statements be received and filed and that Councillor Bart Mayes act as a liaison between staff and out of town bus operators to promote transit services. 3) MW- 2008 -03 2008 New Sidewalk Program The report be received and filed. 4) MW- 2008 -05 Winter Maintenance Update - January 2008 1. That Council approve the updated Winter Maintenance Policy Plan (Jan. 2008) 2. That the sidewalk on Bridgewater from Willoughby Manor to Cummington Square be ploughed. 3. That the sidewalk on Carlton Street between Lundy's Lane and Culp Street and Corwin Crescent to Ash Street be ploughed. 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. MW- 2008 -01- Funding Agreement with Region of Niagara Combined Sewer Overflow ManagementAction Plan It is recommended that Council accept the terms and conditions of the Funding Agreement for the 2007 Combined Sewer Overflow Management Action Plan (CSO -MAP) with the Region of Niagara and that staff be directed to execute the appropriate documents to access the available funding under this program. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wing, seconded by Councillor Kerrio that the report be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously F- 2008 -03 - Borrowing By -law It is recommended that Council approve the borrowing of up to a maximum sum of $24,000,000 for current expenditures. F- 2008 -04- Property Tax Grant - Low Income Seniors It is recommended that Council approve the same application process for both Property Tax and Water Rebate for low- income seniors, as was done in 2007. - 10 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes F- 2008 -05 - 2008 Interim Tax Levy It is recommended that Council approve the 2008 Interim Tax Levy calculation; and the passing of a by -law providing for a 2008 Interim Tax Levy F- 2008 -07 - Approval of Interim 2008 Spending Limits It is recommended that in the absence of an adopted 2008 Current Budget, City Council approves the following: (1) City divisions be allowed to incur costs to a level of 50% of the divisions' expenditure budget of the prior year and (2) New capital items deemed essential by a division be approved by City Council prior to purchase and (3)Thatthis policy be communicated to all Commissions, Boards and Agencies, and that City contributions not exceed a monthly pro rata share of the prior year's support. IS- 2008 -01 - School Board Agreements It is recommended that (1) That the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls enter into a Data Sharing Agreement with the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB); and (2) That the Corporation of the City of Niagara Falls enter into a Data Sharing Agreement with the District School Board of Niagara (DSBN); and (3) That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the attached agreements. L- 2008 -04 - Historic Niagara Development Inc. and the City Lease Agreement Elgin Block, Ontario Avenue, Niagara Falls It is recommended that the City enter into a Lease Agreement with Historic Niagara Development Inc. with respect to the lease of a suite within the premises referred to as the Elgin Block and municipally known as 4673 Ontario Avenue, Niagara Falls and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute said Lease Agreement. R- 2008 -01 - M.F. Ker Park Agreement It is recommended that the City of Niagara Falls enter into a renewal license agreement with Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario for the hydro property adjoining M.F. Ker Park commencing January 1, 2008, and ending December 31, 2013 and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the agreement. R- 2008 -02 - Don Johnson Park Agreement It is recommended that the City of Niagara Falls enter into a renewal license agreement with Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario for the Hydro property adjoining the Don Johnson Park commencing July 1, 2007 and ending June 31, 2012; and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the agreement. R- 2008 -03 - 2008 Proposed Cemetery Fees It is recommended that the changes to the 2006 Cemetery Fees, as That the changes to the 2006 Cemetery Fees, as specified in the attached Cemetery Fee Schedule, be approved effective March 1, 2008 and that the 2008 Cemetery Fee Schedule be forwarded to the Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, Cemeteries Branch, for review and approval. TS- 2008 -11 - Changes to Pay Parking Minimum Fees It is recommended that this report be received for the information of Council and that the by -law appearing later on tonight's agenda be approved. TS- 2008 -14 - Request for Reduced Charter Rate Transit Service International Society of Arboriculture - Ontario It is recommended that a grant be approved to compensate Niagara Transit for providing a charter service at a reduced rate. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Diodati, seconded by Councillor Maves that the reports be approved as recommended. Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Fisher, seconded by Councillor Diodati that the by -laws be given a first reading. 2008 -09 BY -LAWS Carried Unanimously A by -law to authorize the execution of a Lease Agreement with Historic Niagara Development Inc. respecting the lease of a suite within the premises referred to as the Elgin Block and municipality known as 4673 Ontario Avenue, Niagara Falls. 2008 -10 2008 -11 A by -law to amend By -law No. 79 -200, to permit the development of two apartment dwellings on the land. AM- 35/2005 2008 -12 A by -law to provide for the adoption of an amendment to the City of Niagara Falls Official Plan. AM- 35/2005 (OPA No. 78) 2008 -13 A by -law to repeal By -law No.2004 -183 and amend By -law No. 79 -200, as amended to permit the existing building to be used for a dwelling unit and a private garage and either a martial art school, a dance or music studio, a calisthenics studio or an art studio. AM- 26/2007 2008 -14 A by -law to authorize temporary borrowing. 2008 -15 A by -law to provide an interim levy of realty taxes. 2008 -16 A by -law to amend By -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. (Pettit Avenue, Pine Oak Drive) 2008 -17 A by -law to amend BY -law No. 89 -2000, being a by -law to regulate parking and traffic on City Roads. ( Metered Areas) 2008 -18 A by -law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its meeting held on the 28 day of January, 2008. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor of Councillor Fisher, seconded by Councillor Thomson that the by -laws be read a second and third time and passed. Carried Unanimously Niagara Ice Dogs Bill 28 y � D AN IO - 11 - January 28, 2008 Council Minutes A by -law to amend By -law No. 2002 -081, being a by -law to appoint City employees, agents and third parties for parties for the enforcement of provincial or municipal by -laws. NEW BUSINESS ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Thomson that the City purchase 100 game tickets and distribute them to Big Brothers /Big Sisters and Boys & Girls Club for deserving kids to get a chance to see a game. Carried Unanimously ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Fisher that staff report back on Bill 28, An Act to amend the Assessment Act with respect to Homesteads. ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Mayes that the meeting be adjourned at 9:05 p.m. Carried Unanimously Carried Unanimously IDA, CITY CLERK R.T. (TED) SALCI, MAYOR