2006/10/20
Council Information
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*for period ended October 20, 2006*
*Municipal*
1. CAO letter to Ernie Coetzee
2. GO Train Service
3. Places to Grow
4. OMB, OPA Amendment #161, Miller Road
5. OMB, Claws & Paws
6. Chippawa Remembrance Day Service on November 5th
7. Public Meeting Notice, October 30th Re: 4037 Longhurst Ave.
8. Public Meeting Notice" October 30thRe: Hilton Hotel
9. Recreation Committee Minutes
10. Arts & Culture Committee Minutes
11. Letter from Helene Andrews re: Downtown
12. Robert (Deacon) Brooks' Letters
13. Rotary Telethon
*Provinciall A.M.O.*
1. Good Roads Notice re: proposed Amendments to Municipal Act
2. OMB Citizen's Liaison Office
3. I mmigration Settlement
4. Long Term Care Legislation
5. Submission to Standing Committee on Finance
6. Provincial Infrastructure
7. Provincial-Municipal Fiscal & Service Review
8. MPAC Emuneration
9. Residential Tenancies Act
10. Sustainable Communities
11. Electoral Reform
12. Ontario Southwest Municipal Conference
13. Backflow Seminar
14. Environmental Review Tribunal, N. Falls Water Pollution Control
15. Ontario Power Generation
*~egional*
1. Claw Back Percentages
2. Council Highlights
3. Police Services Board Report
4. Niagara Regional Housing
*Resolutions*
1. Public Sector Accounting Board Conversion
2. MPAC/ Assessment
3. Aggregate Levy
4. Disaster Relief
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October 20, 2006
Mr. Ernie Coetzee
I DS Delcor Inc.
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I Thank you for your recent e-mails. I will attempt to respond to all of your concerns.
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Record of Site Condition
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As I am sure you can appreciate, the Record of Site Condition (RSC) process is a process dictated
by the Ministry of the Environment (MOE), not the City.i RSC's are in response to a specific
proposal for land use. As you are aware, the process to obtain an RSC on the Cytec property began
I long pefore the City received a proposal from lDS. Despite any negotiations with your company,
I Council directed staff and our consultants to continue with plans, design work and the seeking of
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I requisite approvals for the twin pad on the Cytec site.
I It is unfortunate that you left Wednesday night prior to the conclusion of the information session as
you would have heard the discussion on the RSC in its proper context. The comments were that it
would be unlikely that an altered design concept would be '~ble' to rely on the anticipated RSC. The
assumption being that an OHL facility, of sufficient capacity, would require a different footprint and
substantial excavation than the City's current twin pad proposal.
The suggestion that an OHL facility could delay opening up to a year was strictly a presentation of
the worse case scenario. As you have not provided any design details, we could not reasonably
assess the impact your proposed design would have on the RSC approval process. Regardless,
although some of the raw data from thecurtent environmental studies could be relied upon, a
substantially altered design and the use of property outside of the current study area would,
undoubtedly, require an amended or new R~C.
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I Finally, it should be noted, at no time did Mr. Schram, myself or any other staff, suggest that the
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RSC for the twin pad would apply to your proposal for an OHL facility. It is unfortunate if that was
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N e~otiations
Paragraph 1.1 which indicates "the purpose of this Memorandum is to set forth certain non-binding
understandings and certain binding agreements between the:!City and JDS. Except for the obligations
described in Section 15, nothing contained ini.this'Memorandum is intended to constitute a legally
binding or enforceable obligation or agreement."
Yon are correct that Clause 7.1 indicates that the City "shall construct the Centre for opening on or
before September 1, 2008". However, this would, obviously, be contingent upon an appropriate
review of your specific architectural submissions.
It should be stressed that IDS and the City are engaged in a process that has seen a proposal from
I your company, followed by a counter-offer from the City. It would be difficult to describe what has
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occurred to date as anything but negotiations.
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I I understand that you have forward the e-mail you sent to me to individual Council Members, and,
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I further, that you have requested a meeting with the Mayor to discuss the details of your proposal.
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As you are aware, Council directed Alderman Kerrio to be their representative on the Negotiating
Committee. As a result, the Mayor has indicated to me that he does not wish to be in conflict with
Council's direction and would prefer that you meet with the Negotiating Committee.
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! Alderman Kerrio has agreed to make himself available next week for a meeting. We are under the
. , impression that you will be providing a response:totheIG~,ty'S counter proposal for review by our
Committee. Presenting a similar proposal, that does not adhere to the principles articulated by
Council's direction on September 25th, would seem to be futile.
Similarly, Council has been explicit in how negotiations are to take place. In addition to the
participation of Alderman Kerrio, at its July 31, 2006 In Camera Session, Council clarified that
"staff' continues to negotiate with JDS and report back". Under the assumption that discussions take
place next week, the Negotiating Committee would report to Council at the "In Camera" session,
on October 30th, in accordance with the Municipal Act.
Y our suggestion that you anticipate making a'presentatibn to Council at its October 30,2006 meeting
is contrary to the process outlined above. Atno time has CoUncil directed that negotiations take place
in open Council. As a result, no time has been allocated in open Council on October 30th to discuss
this matter.
Document Reguest
In reference to your request to be provided with a copy of the consultants' PowerPoint presentations
from last evening's information session, copies are attached to this e-mail. Regarding your request
for a copy of the "Final Report - Risk Assessment for Cytec Canada Inc. Former Niagara Plant Site",
this is a very large document and we do not have extra copi~s. The document is available for public
viewing in Clerk's Office and at the Public Library. . \;.'
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cbief Administrative Offtcet
cc: Mayor Ted Salci
From: "Serge Felicetti" <sfelicetti@niagarafalls.ca>
To: <diorfida@niagarafalls.ca>
Date: 9/28/2006 5:05:57 PM
Subject: Go Train Service
Dean,
I spoke to staff at Go and they confirmed that an expanded service area study had been completed and
the attached report was submitted to their board on Sept 8 which precipitated the articles in the Toronto
media as indicated by alderman Diodati. Go staff indicated that the report did look at Niagara, specifically
Niagara Falls and St. Catharines and identified strong potential rider ship from this jurisdiction. Staff
indicated no further action regarding NF is taking place beyond the report as it pertains to NF. Go Staff
indicated that they would need direction and funding from the Province to move forward on the Niagara
rubber tire service. I have asked if the attached report could be provided to our council but have not
received a response to my request.
Thanks,
Serge
... Transit TO: Board Members BOARD
SUBMISSION
FROM: Gary McNeil Meeting No. 95
Managing Director & CEO September 8, 2006
Item E-8
GREATER
TORONTO
TRANSIT
AUTHORITY
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SUBJECT: Bus Service Studies - Beyond Current Service Area
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Board receive this report, which provides an overview of recently-completed studies looking at
the potential for extension of GO commuter bus service to Cambridge/Guelph/Kitchener- Waterloo,
Niagara Falls, and Peterborough.
BACKGROUND:
In March 2003, the Federal Government announced $385M of funding under the Canada Strategic
Infrastructure Fund (CSIF) for improvements to the GO Transit system. One of the components of the
announcement was the potential expansion of the GO bus network beyond the GO service area (GTA
and Hamilton). The service was identified as the introduction of GO "bus-rail" service to Cambridge,
Guelph, Kitchener- Waterloo, Niagara Falls, and Peterborough. It was expected that these bus-based
services would grow ridership over time to a point where rail services could be justified.
Aside from existing GO services to Guelph, GO has not considered services to these areas as they are
outside GO's current service area, which includes theCities of Toronto and Hamilton, and the Regional
Municipalities of Halton, Peel, York and Durham. Under the GO Transit Act, a change to the Provincial
Regulation would be necessary to expand the service area. However, growth in these areas is occurring;
along with road congestion, and commuter-based trips between these areas and the GT A are expected to
grow.
Extension of GO services is, in many instances, a logical evolution of GO service. GO receives many
customer requests for the introduction of service to these communities, and there has been strong
municipal support for the extension of GO service to their respective communities. Furthermore,
extension of services would support the Province's Places to Grow growth plan for the Greater Golden
Horseshoe.
GO Transit initiated three separate studies by geographic area to assess the feasibility of introducing GO
commuter services to these areas. Each study was carried out in two phases, with the first phase
considering the potential for short-term introduction of commuter bus services, and the second phase
considering the longer term migration from bus services to commuter rail services. The first phase of
each study has been completed and the reports are being finalized. The second phase is underway and
nearing completion. It is recognized that rail extensions will be in the order-of-magnitude of $1 00
million of capital costs; however, the critical element of the second phase is to identify future station
locations and work with municipalities to protect for those future stations.
The studies use a base service concept for analysis purposes, in order to provide an indicator of ridership
potential and financial performance. However, this would not necessarily be the "opening day" service.
If a service were to be introduced, it could be a very basic, low cost, starter service that would evolve
based on the market and how successful the service is. For example, GO's 407 bus service has gone
through more than 20 iterations in just 6 years of operation, and has grown to over 550 daily trips
carrying over 12,000 passengers per day. It should also be noted that the actual financial performance of
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the new services could be somewhat better than indicated in the studies, as GO would refine the service
plan to lower costs and improve revenue. In addition, the revenue figures do not capture secondary
benefits to GO. (Only the revenue earned on the bus segment is allocated to that segment. GO would
also generate new revenue from customers who completed their trip on another GO train or bus service.)
The principal results of the Phase 1 studies are as follows:
Cambridge, Guelph, and Kitchener- Waterloo
These are large urban centres that have high growth rates with further growth anticipated over the next
20 years, and they also have strong links with the GTA. While commuting to downtown Toronto is
relatively minor component of the curren~ travel patterns, commuting to Peel and Halton Regions is
significant, as is commuting from the western GT A to these communities.
A market was identified for commuter bus services in both directions that connect these communities
with the Milton GO train service and other Gq bus services, as well as major activity centres such as the
Mississauga City Centre. The primary market is traditional work trips and post-secondary school trips.
The service concept used for analysis purposes would initially cost approximately $2.1M per year to
operate, with a net operating subsidy of $1.3M. This would decline over time as ridership grows. The
service could carry 800-1,200 riders per day and expected revenues would cover approximately 40% of
operating costs. The capital cost would be about $7M, primarily for additional buses, and some
enhanced park and ride facilities.
The attractiveness of the service would be enhanced by park and ride facilities, additional high
occupancy vehicle (HOY) lanes and additional bus bypass shoulders (BBS) along the 400 series
highways, wherever possible.
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, and Grimsby are also large urban centres experiencing significant growth,
with strong links to the GT A. Commuting to and from Hamilton and the western GT A (Halton and
Peel), and with Hamilton in particular, is significant.
A market was identified for commuter bus services between these communities and Hamilton, where
riders can also transfer to other GO train and bus services.
The service concept used for analysis purposes would cost approximately $3.5M per year to operate.
The service could carry approximately 2,800 riders per day and expected revenues would cover
approximately 50-75% of operating costs, depending upon the service levels provided. The capital cost
would be about $9M for additional buses and park and ride facilities.
The attractiveness of the service would be enhanced by park and ride facilities, additional high
occupancy vehicle (HOY) lanes and additional bus bypass shoulders (BBS) along the QEW, wherever
possible.
Peterborough
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Although Peterborough is a relatively large urban centre, it has a high degree of self-containment and
future growth is anticipated to be low.
The primary market is commuting trips to downtown Toronto. However, the distance from
Peterborough to downtown Toronto is 123 km and, as a result, the number of people commuting is
relatively small. Although there is a much higher level of commuting between Peterborough and the. '
eastern GTA, these trips are quite dispersed and more difficult to serve well with transit.
The service concept used for analysis purposes would cost approximately $1.4M per year to operate.
The service would carry 125-275 riders per day and expected revenues would cover approximately 30%
of operating costs. Ridership would not grow significantly by 2025. The capital cost would be about
$9M for additional buses and park and ride facilities.
Commentary
In isolation, the studies indicate that there is a reasonable market potential for GO commuter bus service
to Cambridge, Guelph, Kitchener- Waterloo, and Niagara Region. The initial financial performance falls
within the range that GO normally expects for a new service, and there is good potential for the
performance to improve as the service grows. Wit:q. respect to Peterborough service, GO would not
normally introduce a service with low initial perforlnance and limited future potential.
At the present time, there is a considerable latent demand for GO services within GO's existing service
area, and the primary barrier to introduction of additional service is operating budget limitations. From
this perspective, GO could not support using scarce operating resources for new initiatives outside the
current service area when GO lacks the resources to meet existing demand, unless the Province chooses
to specifically increase GO's operating subsidy on an on-going basis. To extend services under current
operating budget circumstances would aggravate existing service deficiencies, and impact existing
customer satisfaction.
Although the CSIF announcement included some funding for these services, very few costs are eligible
for CSIF funding. The tri-party agreement between the Federal Government, Province of Ontario, and
GO Transit contains funding exclusions, which are dictated by the Federal CSIF program. For example,
operating costs, property, and the feasibility studies themselves are all ineligible for CSIF funding.
If there is a Provincial objective to introduce new commuter bus services to an expanded GO service
area and additional operating budget were made available, GO could implement small, low cost initial
steps which would move towards this objective and also help address latent demand within the existing
service area. Staff have identified and have been working on a number of these initiatives and, subject
to provincial operating subsidy allocations in the 2007/08 fiscal year, staff may be advancing the
following initiatives:
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a) Waterloo Re2ion:
GO services in the Milton corridor now terminate at Milton (service to Guelph now occurs by way of the
Georgetown corridor through bus services to Acton and Guelph). Unlike other GO rail corridors, the
Milton corridor does not have train-meet services at the railhead.
In 2007/08, staff will consider implementing the first phase of extended bus services to Waterloo Region
through the introduction of a park and ride lot in the Campbellville area and at "Old" Highway 6, off
Highway 401. GO acquired lands in the area of Highway 6/401 in anticipation of extending commuter
bus services and has had discussions with Greyhound on developing a joint bus terminal facility.
Greyhound would continue to provide east-west intercity services, with express service to downtown
Toronto, while GO would extend the service area of the Milton corridor to Guelph, making connections
between Waterloo Region and MississaugalToronto more convenient.
CAMBRIDGE/GUELPH/KITCHENER WATERLOO
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Over time, as demand grows, services would be extended further west to Cambridge and, eventually
Kitchener- Waterloo, if the Province agreed to extend the GO service area further.
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b) Nia2ara Re2ion:
The Niagara Falls - Toronto market is now well served by intercity bus companies. However, there is a
growing market for commuter bus services between Niagara Region communities and Hamilton, as well
as the western GT A.
In the next few years, changes to the Lakeshore West train services will allow GO to consider expanding
its commuter bus service to the Burlington station. Extension of all-day service to Aldershot and the
construction of a parking garage at the Burlington station should free-up parking areas for expanded bus
service needs. As well, additional off-peak train services (moving towards half-hour frequency) will
increase the market potential for expanded commuter services. If desired, intercity carriers from Niagara
could also serve the Burlington GO station.
Therefore, in the 2007/08 fiscal year, staff will consider implementing the first phase of extended bus
services to Niagara Region through the introduction of bus services with park and ride facilities along
the Stoney Creek section of the QEW. This will be a train-meet service that will extend into the
Burlington station.
NIAGARA REGION I
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c) Durham Reeion and Peterboroueh:
The eastern region of GO's service area is growing and extension of Lakeshore East rail service to
Bowmanville has long been contemplated. Recently, GO introduced a bus park and ride lot in
Bowmanville on GO-owned lands, and the commuter parking lot at the Oshawa GO station is now
"beyond full".
GO has identified in the 2007/08 capital budget, the environmental assessment study for extension of rail
services to East Oshawa (one station extension). In conjunction with this study, GO will be looking at
more extensive train-meet service into the new Oshawa East railhead, as more frequent off-peak and
peak services will further increase GO's market potential. The extension of bus services to the east will
indirectly benefit Peterborough residents and support future bus and train extensions easterly.
DURHAM REGION I
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Submitted by:
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Director, Customer Services
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October 3, 2006
The Honourable David Caplan
Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal
4th Floor, 777 Bay Street
Toronto ON M5G 2E5
Dear Minister:
Re: Places to Grow
A Guide to the Growth Plan
for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Urban Growth Centres
Niagara Falls City Council read with great interest the recent document produced
by your Ministry, A Guide to the Growth Planfor the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
The Council was especially interested in the section regarding Urban Growth
Centres.
Although the City of Niagara Falls may not meet the current criteria to be
identified as an Urban Growth Centre, there has been much work done locally to
revitalize our Downtown. Attached please find an overview of plans and actions
undertaken by our City Council, as well as approved reports related to a
Community Improvement Plan and a Strategic Implementation Plan. It was a
pleasure to meet with you recently at the annual A.M.O. conference to apprise you
of the work done to date. We look forward to presenting our business case for our
Downtown in the near future.
Based on the exciting plans for our Downtown, Niagara Falls City Council recently
passed the following motion:
That the City petition the Provincial Government to identify Niagara Falls as
an urban growth centre in the Province's "Places to Grow" document.
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Although the City may not meet the current criteria to be identified as an Urban
Growth Centre, it would be our hope that the Ministry monitor the efforts and
development in Downtown Niagara Falls.
Thank you, in advance, for taking an interest in this matter.
Sincerely,
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R. T. (Ted) Salci
Mayor
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c: John MacDonald, Chief Administrative Officer
Dean Iorfida, City Clerk
Doug Darbyson, Director of Planning and Development
Serge Felicetti, Director of Business Development
Bob Bolibruck, Community Improvement Co-Ordinator
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Ministry of the Ministitre du
Attorney General Procureur general
Legal Services Branch Direction des services juridiques
Ministry of Ministere des Affaires
Municipal Affairs and Housing municipales et du Logement
16th Floor, 777 Bay Street 16e etage, 777, rue Bay Ontario
Toronto, Ontario M5G 2E5 Toronto, Ontario M5G 2E5
Writer's direct line: Ligne directe du redacteur:
Tel: (416) 585-6135 Tel: (416) 585-6135
Fax: (416) 585-4003 Telec: (416) 585-4003
September 13, 2006
Mr. Dean Iorfida
Clerk
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Attention: Mr. Dean Iorfida
Dear Mr. Iorfida:
Re: OMB Case No. PL020796
OMB File No. 0020137
Regional Municipality of Niagara OPA No. 161, Miller Road
Please be advised that the appeal made by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing against the
adoption of Official Plan Amendment #161 to the Region of Niagara Official Plan was withdrawn.
As such, the Board has cancelled the 3 day hearing that was scheduled to commence on Wednesday
September 27, 2006.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Please contact the undersigned at (416) 585-6135, should you have any questions.
Mary MacNeill
Counsel
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Legal Services Branch
Cc:
Mr. Doug Darbyson, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning and Development Mr. Bruce Banting
City of Niagara Falls Director Legal Services
4310 Queen Street Regional Municipality of Niagara
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 2210 St. David's Road
P.O. Box 1042
Ms Sarah Daniel Thorold, ON L2V 4 T7
5668 Main St.
Niagara Falls ON L2G 5Z4 David Gillis
Property Manager
June Scott and Jim Sauer Niagara Parks Commission
10535 Niagara Parkway P. O. Box 150
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S6 7400 Portage Road
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2
Mr. Dean Iorfida
Clerk Janice Emeneau, Planner
City of Niagara Falls Planning and Development Department
4310 Queen Street Regional Municipality of Niagara
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5 2201 St. David's Road
P.O. Box 1042
Mr. Phil Fisher Thorold, ON L2V 4T7
9 Burgar Street, Suite 204
WeIland, ON L3B 2S6 Greg Hynde
Hynde Paul & Associates
Ms. Marie Middlemiss 170 King Street
3627 Rapids View Dr. St. Catherines, ON L2R 3J5
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 7N8
Gary F ansolato Drew Semple
10655 Niagara Falls Parkway Senior Planner
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S6 Regional Municipality of Niagara
3550 Schmon Parkway
Mr. B. Sinclair P.O. Box 1042
Barristers & Solicitors Thorold, ON L2V 4T7
6617 Drummond Road
Niagara Falls, ON L2G 4N4 K. Kelly
City Solicitor
!vIr. Victor Doyle, Manager City of Niagara Falls
Community Planning & Development P.O. Box 1023
Municipal Services Office - Central Ontario 4310 Queen Street
777 Bay Street, 2nd Floor Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Toronto, ON M5G 2E5
Brian C. Wilcox
Andy and Gail Morellato 6617 Drummond Rd.
2482 Miler Road Niagara Falls, ON L2G 4W4
R.R.#3
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S6
Ontario Commission des HH1G.FALLSCLERKS'0610B 1(~
Municipal aftaires municipales
Board de l'Ontario
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Toronto, ON M5G 1E5 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E5
Tel (416) 326-6800 Tel (416) 326-6800 ~-,....
Toll Free: 1-866-887-8820 Sans Frais: 1-866-887-8820 Ontario
Fax (416) 326-5370 Telee (416) 326-5370
www.omb.aov.on.ca www.omb.aov.on.ea
October 11 , 2006
Wayne Thomson
Thomson & Associates
Consulting, Expediting, Immigration
6305 Stonefield Park
Niagara Falls ON L2J 4K1
Dear Mr. Thomson:
Re: O.M.B. Case No.: PL050950
O.M.B. File No.: R050252
Reference: 9304 McLeod Rd., Mr. Ralph Terrio
Municipal File No. City File No. AM-46/2004, City of Niagara Falls
Hearing Date: October 19,2006
The Ontario Municipal Board has received your written request to adjourn the
above-noted hearing.
The Board has granted your request. The hearing scheduled to commence on
Thursday, October 19, 2006, for two (2) days, has been adjourned.
You are directed to notify all persons who were notified of this hearing date, that
this matter has been adjourned, and to provide the Board at the earliest, written
confirmation that you have complied with this direction.
You are directed to provide mutually agreed dates in February 2007, and the
Board will endeavour to reschedule this matter.
Yours truly,
r'J_lA)~
~ Maria Fernandes
Hearings Co-ordinator
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cc Dean lorfida
Mr. Ken Beaman, Assistant City Solicitor
Mr. Robert Miller
Mr. B. Parsa
Mr. Murray H. Chusid
~ The Royal Canadian Legion
Ontario Branch 396, Chippawa
3860 Legion Street
Niagara Falls; Ontario
L2G 6C9
(905) 295-4451
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Mayor Ted Said September 29, 2006
City Hall
4310 Queen 8t.
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 6X5
Dear Mayor SaId;
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 396, "Chippawa" is holding our annual
Remembrance Day Service on November 5, 2006 at 2:00 p.m.
We thank you again for allowing us to hold this service in the Chippawa-
Willoughby Memorial Arena and extend an invitation to you and City Council to attend
this ceremony and to enjoy the hospitality at the Branch afterwards.
Please R.S.V.P. by October 20,2006.
Yours Truly,
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Vem Anslow,
President
Branch 396
(905) 295-4451
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
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ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION
CITY FILE: AM-33/2006
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE PLANNING ACT
You are invited to attend a public meeting where City Council will consider an application
to amend Zoning By-law No. 79-200. The meeting will be held on:
Monday, October 30, 2006 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 4310 Queen Street.
The amendment is requested for the land known as 4037 Longhurst A venue, as shown on Schedule
1. The Stamford V 6lunteer Fireman's Association service club building exists on the site. The
amendment is requested to permit this building to be used as a community building (day programs
for developmentally handicapped adults). Schedule 2 shows the existing development.
The lands are zoned Residential Single Family IE Density (RIE). A site specific amendment to this
zoning is requested to add a community building as a permitted use.
The meeting is being held to inform you about the application and to provide you with an opportunity
to express your views. Your comments may be given verbally or as a written submission. Written
comments should be submitted to the Director of Planning and Development, City Hall, 4310
Queen Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 6X5 prior to October 17, 2006. Please refer to City
File AM-33/2006.
The comments you provide, as well as the report of City staff, will help Council make a decision on
the application. Council may ask for revisions to the proposal or attach conditions to its decision. If
you wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed amendment you must make a written request
to the Director of Planning & Development.
If you disagree with Council's decision on the application, you can appeal it to the Ontario Municipal
Board (O.M.B.). However, under the terms of Ontario's Planning Act, if you have not expressed your
views at the public meeting or sent written comments before the proposed zoning by-law is
adopted, the O.M.B. may of your appeal.
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A copy of the Planning and Development Division's Recommendation Report on the application will
be available after 4:00 p.m. on October 24, 2006.
Additional information related to the application and the proposed amendments may be obtained from
the Planning and Development Division, second floor, City Hall, between the hours of8:30 a.m. and
4:30 p.m. or by telephoning (905) 356-7521, extension 4232.
This notice is dated at Niagara Falls, Ontario this 29th day of September, 2006.
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Director of Planning & Development
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PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
REVISED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION
CITY FILE: AM-35/2003
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE PLANNING ACT
You are invited to attend a public meeting where City Council will consider a revised
application to amend Zoning By-law No. 79-200. The meeting will be held on:
Monday, October 30, 2006 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 4310 Queen Street.
The amendments are requested for the lands at 6361 Fallsview Boulevard, site of the Hilton Hotel, and
6408 Stanley A venue, both shown as Parcel 1 on Schedule 1 and two associated parcels, being the
former Jungleland mini-putt site and a portion of the Hydro corridor west of Allendale A venue, shown
as Parcels 2 and 3, respectively, on Schedule 1.
In 2004, City Council adopted and the Region approved Official Plan Amendment No. 56, permitting
the development of a new 58 storey hotel and convention centre on Parcell, in addition to the existing
15 storey and 32 storey hotels on the property. Council also approved the related zoning amendment
application in principle. As a result of a number of changes to the proposal a further public meeting
is required. The proposed changes are summarized as follows:
. an increase in the gross floor area from 130,000 square metres (1,410,000 square feet) to
159,200 square metres (1,714,000 square feet);
. an increase in height from 172 metres (564 feet) to 193 metres (633 feet) to accommodate taller
floors in the podium and a taller roof (no additional storeys for accommodation or public usage
are being added); and
. revised massing and architectural detailing of the new tower and the podium, as shown on
Schedules 2 and 3.
No changes are proposed to the design and the usage of the off-site parking lots, shown as Parcels 2 and
3 on Schedule 1 and on Schedule 4 atld 5, intended to be used for permanent and temporary off-site
parking facilities respectively on Parcell.
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Parcell is zoned Tourist Commercial (TC and TC-455). Special Provision 455 permits the current
development. Parcel 2 is zoned Tourist Commercial (TC). Parcel 3 is zoned TC, in part and
Institutional (I), in part. The applicant is requesting a new site specific zoning to be applied to the
subject lands to permit the proposed development and off-site parking.
The meeting is being held to inform you about the application and to provide you with an opportunity
to express your views. Your comments may be given verbally or as a written submission. Written
comments should be submitted to the Director of Planning and Development, City Hall, 4310
Queen Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2E 6X5 prior to October 17, 2006. Please refer to City
File AM-35/2003.
The comments you provide, as well as the report ~f City staf:f, will help Council make a decision on the
application. Council may ask for revisions to the proposal or attach conditions to its decision. If you
wish to be notified of the adoption of the proposed amendment you must make a written request to the
Director of Planning & Development.
If you disagree with Council's decision on the application, you can appeal it to the Ontario Municipal
Board (O.M.B.). However, under the terms of Ontario' s Planning Act, if you have not expressed your
views at the public meeting or sent in your written comments before the proposed zoning by-law is
adopted, the O.M.B. may dismiss all or part of your appeal.
A copy of the Planning and Development Division's Recommendation Report on the application will
be available after 4:00 p.m. on October 24,2006.
Additional information related to the application and the proposed amendments may be obtained from
the Planning and Development Division, second floor, City Hall, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and
4:30 p.m. or by telephoning (905) 356-7521, extension 4232.
This notice is dated at Niagara Falls, Ontario this 29th day of September, 2006.
b~-
Doug Darbyson
Director of Planning & Development
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RECREATION COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JUNE 13,2006
AT 6:00 P.M.
MACBAIN COMMUNITY BOARD ROOM
MINUTES OF MEETING
Present: Don Jackson, Chair, Glen Mercer, Paisley Janvary-Pool, Pat Mascarin, Mick Wolfe, Joe
Talarico, Rich Merlino, Alderman Jim Diodati, Rob DeGiuli, Dolores Shwedyk (Secretary), Denyse
Morrissey (Staff)
Reerets: Paul Campigotto, Enzo Della Marca, Reg Jones
Absent: Mike Verma
1. Adoption of Minutes
Recreation Committee Meeting of May 9,2006
IT W AS MOVED BY Glen Mercer, seconded by Mick Wolfe, that the minutes of the meeting
of May 9, 2006, be approved as written.
Motion Carried
2. Business Arisine from the Minutes of May 9" 2006
a) Update on Arena Fundraising Campaign for Additional Seating
Mick reported that the fundraising and seat sale is ongoing. Meetings will be held once a
month. He advised that the seat sale campaign will be relaunched in the Fall when vacations
are over and hockey leagues have resumed.
IT WAS MOVED BY Joe Talarico, seconded by Pat Mascarin, that the above verbal report
be accepted.
Motion Carried
3. Communications
N/A
4. "Action Required" Items
a) City of Nia~ara Falls Provincial" National" International Competition Grant
Application
i) Under 17 Years Football Canada Cup Tournament to be held in Manitoba from
July 7 - July 15, 2006. Julian Tropea is applying for funding.
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IT WAS MOVED BY Paisley Janvary-Pool, seconded by Rich Merlino that the above
applicant be denied funding because the application does not adhere to the policy.
Motion Carried
5. Unfinished Business
a) Update on Danielle Golf/Dinner Benefit
Mick reported that the golftoumament was a huge success and the Daniele Family presented Mick
Wolfe, on behalf of the Recreation Committee, a cheque in the amount of $10,000.00 to be put
toward the Activity Subsidy Fund For Physically, Mentally, or Socially Challenged Individuals.
After a short discussion, the Recreation Committee agreed that the Daniele Family be invited to
attend the next Council meeting to formally present the $10,000.00 cheque to the Recreation
Committee and at the same time, the Committee will present the Daniele Family with a VIP seat in
memory of their son, Matthew Daniele to be installed in the New Twin Pad Arena.
IT WAS MOVED BY Paisley Janvary-Pool, seconded by Pat Mascarin that Rich Merlino be
reimbursed $195.00 for representing the Recreation Committee at the Daniele Memorial Golf
Tournament held on Sunday, June 11, 2006.
Motion Carried
b) Update on Challenge Day 2006
Don Jackson advised the Committee that he received four responses from Committee members who
participated in some type of activity on Challenge Day.
A discussion took place regarding the recent release from Statistics Canada that Ontario children
have a higher obesity rate than the national average. Parks, Recreation & Culture intend to develop
a program where children in Niagara Falls will be encouraged to participate in simple community
activities for a period of 30 minutes daily.
6. New Business
Paisley Janvary-Pool announced the 75th Anniversary of Oakes Park will be celebrated on June 24,
2006, with activities running from 9:00 - 11 :00 p.m. If anyone is interested in volunteering, please
contact Lori Albanese.
7. Next Committee Meetin2
Tuesday, September 12, 2006, or at the Call of the Chair
MacBain Community Centre Board Room
8. Adiournment
IT WAS MOVED BY Glen Mercer, seconded by Joe Talarico that the meeting be adjourned
at 7 :45 p.m.
Motion Carried
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RECREATION COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2006
AT 7:00 P.M.
MACBAIN COMMUNITY BOARD ROOM
MINUTES OF MEETING
Present: Don Jackson, Chair, Glen Mercer, Paisley J anvary-Pool, Pat Mascarin, Mick Wolfe,
Joe Talarico, Paul Campigotto, Rob DeGiuli, Rich Merlino, Dolores Shwedyk
(Secretary), Denyse Morrissey (Staff)
Re2rets: Enzo Della Marca, Alderman Jim Diodati, Reg Jones
Absent: Mike Verma
1. Adoption of Minutes
Recreation Committee Meeting of June 13, 2006
IT WAS MOVED BY Glen Mercer, seconded by Rob DeGiuli, that the minutes of the meeting
of June 13, 2006, be approved as written.
Motion Carried
2. Business Arisine from the Minutes of June 13~ 2006
Don Jackson informed everyone that the Daniele Family attended Council on Monday, July 10,
2006, and presented the Recreation Committee with a cheque in the amount of $10,000.00
representing the proceeds from the "Matthew Daniele Memorial Golf Toumament".
a) Update on Arena Fundraising Campaign for Additional Seating
Mick Wolfe advised that the Arena Fundraising Committee is on hold until a decision is made
on the OHL proposal. He also advised that if the OHL proposal is supported by Council and a
larger arena is built under a public/private partnership, the $700,000 in donations that the
Fundraising Committee collected would likely have to be returned to the respective donor~. He
also stated he has some large donations waiting in the wings to go toward the 3000 seat arena.
It was noted that JDS presented their proposal to Council on September 11, 2006. Council
referred it to Staff to prepare a report to Council which is expected to be provided In Camera on
September 25, 2006. Staff continues to proceed as planned with the twin pad 3000 seat arena
project as per approval of Council.
Denyse Morrissey indicated that the site assessment has been filed with the Ministry of
Environment.
IT W AS MOVED BY Joe Talarico, seconded by Pat Mascarin that the above verbal report
be accepted.
Motion Carried
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3. Communications
a) E-mail dated August 31, 2006, regarding 2nd Annual Adam Vitatema Memorial
Fundraising Event
b) Letter dated September 1, 2006, from Mike Strange Olympic Dream Team
Committee
IT WAS MOVED BY Paisley Janvary-Pool, seconded by Rich Merlino, that a letter be
forwarded to the Mike Strange Olympic Dream Campaign Committee thanking them for their
generous donation and once a decision has been made on how the money will be distributed
they will be advised.
Motion Carried
IT WAS MOVED BY Glen Mercer, seconded by Paul Campigotto, that the above
communications be received and filed for information.
Motion Carried
4. V olunteer Reco~nition Evenin~ - Tuesday, October 24, 2006, Club Italia
Symposium: 5:30 p.m.
Dinner: 6:30 p.m.
Memo from Lori Albanese dated August 31, 2006, together with Task Sheet
George MacPhail Award
A list of Nominations for the George MacPhail A ward was handed out. After a short
discussion, it was agreed by all in attendance that nominations and a vote would be conducted
bye-mail and Don Jackson would forward the results to Dolores.
A late Nomination from the GNBA was also handed out but was denied because it was
submitted past the deadline.
IT WAS MOVED BY Paisley Janvary-Pool, seconded by Paul Campigotto that the GNBA
nomination be kept on file and a letter be forwarded advising them that the nomination was
denied because it did not meet the deadline.
Motion Carried
5. Unfinished Business
a) Mick advised that the Meridian Golf Tournament has been cancelled due to the fact that
there were not enough golfers but will still donate $3,000.00 to the Activity Subsidy
Fund.
6. New Business
Don Jackson advised that the Strategic Plan Steering Committee meeting is scheduled for
Thursday, September 21, 2006, and he will update everyone at the next meeting. The Public
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meeting will be held on the 28th of September 2006 at the MacBain Centre.
Pat Mascarin raised - screen volunteer implement a code or policy or guidelines
Rich Merlino advised that he still had the left over prizes from the golf tournament from last
year which were to be used for the Meridian Golf tournament. It was decided that since the
Meridian Golf Tournament has been cancelled the prizes would be given to Vitatema Family
for their golf tournament.
6. Next Committee Meetine
Tuesday, October 10, 2006, 6:00 p.m.
MacBain Community Centre Board Room
7. Adjournment
IT WAS MOVED BY Glen Mercer, seconded by Joe Talarico that the meeting be adjourned
at 8:05 p.m.
Motion Carried
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The City of .
Niagora Falb ARTS & CULTURE COMMITTEE
Canada ~
~ THURSDAY, JUNE 22,2006
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7:00 P.M.
MacBAIN COMMUNITY BOARD ROOM
(7150 Montrose Road)
MINUTES
Present: Karen Akalu (Chair), Winston Heron, Philomena McCracke n, George VaHo, John
Harkness, Brian Smylski, Barbara Buetter, Mark Matthews, Dolores Shwedyk (Secretary)
Regrets: Colleen McLaughlin, Rick Rose, Cynthia Roberts (Staff), Alderman Wayne Campbell
1. Adoption of Minutes
. Minutes of April 27, 2006
IT WAS MOVED BY Barbara Buetter, seconded by George Vallo, that the minutes of the
meeting of April 27 , 2006, be approved.
Motion Carried
2. Business Arising
. V olunteer Recognition Evening
. 2008 CAO Conference
No Motion was made. The Committee decided to defer this issue to the September meeting.
. Water Molecule
. Staff Update
3. Communications
. V olunteer Service A wards Letter of Recognition - Winston Heron
. Challenge Day 2006 - Wednesday, May 26, 2006
. Report # R-2006-17, Arts & Culture Wall of Fame Policy & Procedures
. 2006 Crystal Beach Art Festival & Entry Form - Sunday, June 25,2006
. N.C.D.S.B. - Learning through the Arts Curriculum Program Advertisement
. Volunteer Opportunities.. Sundae in the Park, G.N.B.A. 75th Anniversary
. Kiwanis Festival Thank You Letter
. Neto Hatinakwe Onkwehowe Native Arts Invitation To Speak
. Artscapes Gallery Custom Framing Studio Ontario Contact
. 75th Anniversary of Oakes Park Flyer Saturday, June 24, 2006
. Niagara Falls Art Gallery 2005 Annual Report
. Rick Rose- resignation from Committee
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. Peterson's Community Workshop - Wall of Fame Space Request
. Niagara Falls Downtown Living History Project Brochure
. Memo from Mayor Ted Salci Re: Ontario Heritage Foundation Award Presentation-
to Peter McKenna on Canada Day, July 1, 2006
IT W AS MOVED BY Winston Heron, seconded by John Harkness that the above
communications be received and filed.
Motion Carried
4. Sub-Committee Reports
a) Planning Committee
. Report dated June 12, 2006
IT W AS MOVED BY Winston Heron, seconded by Philomena McCracken that the Arts &
Committee recommends to City Council that Arts & Culture Committee members serve a term
for two years in order to fulfill their commitments.
Motion Carried
IT WAS MOVED BY Mark Matthews, seconded by Barbara Buetter to receive and file the
Planning Report.
Motion Carried
b) Program & Public Relations
. Community Arts Ontario Conference Report
. ArtF est
. Marketing Plan Committee Report
IT WAS MOVED BY Barbara Buetter, seconded by George Vallo, that the Community Arts
Ontario Conference Report and the Marketing Plan Committee Report be received and filed.
Motion Carried
c) Awards
. Report dated June 13,2006
IT W AS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by Barbara Buetter, that the Young
Family Endowment Fund Application for students be revised by adding the following: "I give
permission to the Arts & Culture Committee to use all or a part of my essay for promotional
purposes."
Motion Carried
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IT WAS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by George Vallo, that the above report
be received and filed with changes made to the Motion.
Motion Carried
d) Finance
No report.
e) Strategic Plan Update
No report.
f) Regional Arts, Culture & Heritage Ad Hoc Committee
Karen Akalu reported that the Regional Data Base is still ongoing and they are working on a
cultural policy for the Region.
5. New Business
. Niagara Falls Independent Music Festival
Mark Matthews advised the Committee that he and Rick Rose are putting together a Music
Festival to be held on August 19,2006. It will be located at Centre Street and Victoria Avenue.
The purpose of the music festival is to promote local musicians and also the Arts & Culture
Committee. He is requesting that the Committee put forth $2,800.00 to promote the CD "Spirit
of the Falls" and the Arts & Culture Committee will be named as the presenters of the Music
Festival. Additionally, it was indicated by Mark that a banner will be erected to say, "Niagara
Falls Arts & Culture Committee Presents..... "
IT WAS MOVED BY Brian Smylski, seconded by Barb Buetter, that the Arts & Culture
Committee use the $2,800.00 allocated to the CD advertising in the 2006 Budget to present the
Spirit of the Falls Music Festival which will promote the Arts & Culture CD, Spirit of the Falls.
Motion Carried
6. Pending Items
7. Information Sharing (Display Table)
. St. Catharines & Area Arts Council Newsletters
. Parkway Artists Guild, Art, Flower & Garden Shows
. Niagara Concerts 2006-07 Season Brochure
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8. Adjournment
IT WAS MOVED BY Mark Matthews, seconded by Barbara Buetter that the meeting be
adjourned at 9:30 p.m. and that the next meeting be held on September 28, 2006.
Motion Carried
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Niagara Falls
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~ THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2006
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7:00 P.M.
MacBAIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY ROOM A
(7150 Montrose Road)
MINUTES
Present: Karen Akalu (Chair), Philomena McCracken, Brian Smylski, Barbara Buetter, Mark
Matthews, George Vallo, Dolores Shwedyk (Secretary) Cynthia Roberts (Staff)
Regrets: John Harkness, Alderman Wayne Campbell, Winston Heron
Absent: Colleen McLaughlin
Assoc. Members: Carol Cowlishaw
Guest: Wendy Sturgeon
Karen Akalu introduced Wendy Sturgeon and advised that she will be spearheading the Artfest on
behalf of this Committee.
Karen also thanked Colleen McLaughlin for hosting the summer barbeque.
1. Adoption of Minutes
. Minutes of June 22, 2006
IT W AS MOVED BY George Vallo, seconded by Mark Matthews, that the minutes of the
meeting of June 22, 2006, be approved.
Motion Carried
2. Business Arising
. Water Molecule Update- Council Decision - Hi-Tech was given one year to relocate their
offices back to Niagara Falls or return the art to the City if they don't move back to Niagara
Falls within the one-year period.
. "Dett Lane" Update - Motion required to request placement on list for new streets.
IT WAS MOVED BY Barb Buetter, seconded by George Vallo that the name
"N athaniel Dett be placed on the "new street list".
Motion Carried
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3. Communications
. E-Mail- Removable Room (Portable Artlab) Presentation Request
. Lundy's Lane Historical Society Events & Meetings
. Parks, Recreation & Culture Strategic Plan - Thursday, September 28,2006
. Ontario Contact Conference
. Memo, Lori Albanese - Volunteer Recognition Evening
. Email, Lori Albanese - Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee re Film Festival
Accomplishments
. General Brock Parkway Naming Ceremony
. Focus Niagara Film Festival
. Email, Lisa Whitaker, YWCA Niagara Region - Request for Display
- "Finding Our Voices - Healing Our Wounds".
. A Cappella Niagara Presents "Everything Old Is New Again"
. Downtown Urban Design Guidelines and Official Plan/Zoning Provisions
- Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006,4:00 p.m.
. Downtown Western Gateway Class Environmental Assessment Study
- Thursday, Sept. 21,2006, 5:00 p.m.
IT W AS MOVED BY George Vallo, seconded by Mark Matthews, that the communications be
received and filed.
Motion Carried
4. Sub-Committee Reports
a) Planning Committee
. Report dated September 11, 2006
IT WAS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by Barb Buetter to accept the Planning
Report.
Motion Carried
b) Program & Public Relations
. ArtFest
IT W AS MOVED BY Mark Matthews, seconded by George Vallo, that this Committee will host
a one day Artfest at Niagara Square on Saturday, November 4, 2006, and Wendy Sturgeon will
act as lead volunteer.
Motion Carried
IT WAS MOVED BY Barb Buetter, seconded by Philomena McCracken, that a budget for the
Artfest be set at a limit of $1,500.00.
Motion Carried
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c) Awards
. Report
IT W AS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by George Vallo, to accept the wall
location at Niagara Square (Winners mall entrance) for the Arts & Culture Wall of Fame.
Motion Carried
It was agreed that Peterson's Community Workshop would receive a letter thanking them for
proposing the Wall be located at their venue.
IT WAS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by Mark Matthew, that the Wall of
Fame launch be held on Saturday, November 4,2006, Niagara Square at 10:00 a.m.
Motion Carried
IT W AS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by George Vallo, that the initial number
of inductees for the launch be changed from six to "up to twelve".
Motion Carried
IT W AS MOVED BY Philomena McCracken, seconded by Brian Smylski, that the Awards
Committee review and approve Phase 1 graphic designs for the Wall of Fame.
Motion Carried
IT WAS MOVED BY Barb Buetter, seconded by Mark Matthews, that the above report be
received and filed with the exception of no. 4 which is being deferred to the next meeting.
Motion Carried
d) Finance
. Grant Applications (4 copies to committee)
. 2006 Financial Expenditure Update
e) Strategic Plan Update
Barb Buetter advised that she attended a Steering Committee meeting for the Strategic Plan
and briefly highlighted the consultant's findings with respect to the Arts & Culture
Committee. She advised that the draft Final Report will be available through the City
Website and also advised everyone of the Open House which will take place on Thursday,
September 28,2006, at the MacBain Community Centre at 7:00 p.m.
Post note: The Final Report will not be available until Council Members have received a copy. The
Public Presentation, however, will be posted on the web page in the interim.
1) Regional Arts, Culture & Heritage Ad Hoc Committee
. November Forum - One day Conference held by the Region to introduce the Cultural
Policy and the Cultural Asset Mapping for the Niagara Region.
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5. New Business
. E-mail: Transforming Niagara Through Culture Conference November 8, 2006
Cynthia Roberts handed out a draft agenda for the above Conference which will be held on
Wednesday, November 8,2006, at the MacBain Community Centre. She advised that the
Region is coordinating this Conference and all committee members can participate by attending
the Conference at a cost of $60.00, which cost will be paid through the Arts & Culture
Committee. She also advised that everyone can also volunteer for various activities or possibly
put up a display table.
. Arts & Culture Week
IT W AS MOVED BY Mark Matthews, seconded by George Vallo, that the week of October 30
to November 4, 2006, be declared as Arts & Culture Week.
Motion Carried
6. Pending Items
7. Information Sharing (Display Table)
. Thank you card from Giancarlo Feltrin
. Neto Hatinakwe Onkwehowe Traveler's Guide to Indigenous Peoples Events & Venues
. Fall Art & Craft Show
. Thorold's Christmas Art & Craft Show
. Art By the Falls - Fall Festival
. Art By the Falls - Christmas Festival
. Niagara Symphony 2006/07 Season
. Niagara Children's Museum Exhibitions & Programs
. Niagara Youth Gallery
. Culture News - City of S1. Catharines
. 32nd Annual Ball's Falls Thanksgiving Festival
8. Adjournment
IT WAS MOVED BY George Vallo, seconded by Barb Buetter, that the meeting be adjourned
at 9:35 p.m. and that the next meeting be held on October 26, 2006.
Motion Carried
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For Thursday October 26, 2006
ARTS & CULTURE COMMITTEE
PENDING ITEMS
Item Date Action/Descriotion Responsibilitv
Singing of National Need line up in by Find local talent to sing Mark Matthews
Anthem at Council Nov. 7 & 28 National Anthem at Council Get Bio' s ahead of
Meetings. schedule to Staff
Community Mailing List Ongoing Members to update current forward info to
contact list Staff
Website April, 2006 Decision on purchase of new Program & Public
domain & name Relations
AR TSCENE Articles May 30, 2006 One article per member All Members
Marketing Plan 2006 Develop Brian & Colleen
Art Inventory Sept. 2006 Compose Inventory of all Ad-hoc: Brian,
Public Art Received by the Barb, Phil & Staff
Corporation.
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13th Annual Rotary TV Auction.
The dates and times of the auction will be Friday, November 17th from
6:00 p.m. to midnight and Saturday, November 18th, 2006 from 3:00 p.m.
to midnight. We anticipate that the starting and ending time's may be
earlier or later to ensure the proper auctioning of all items.
The past twelve auctions have been highly successful, both for the funds
raised by the event and the community participation. In addition,
businesses such as yours have commented that they have received
compliments on providing products for and participating in the auction.
The Rotary Clubs and their supported charities and programs wish to
thank you for your past support and look forward to continuing this
relationship for our mutual benefit and the benefit of the community and
world wide projects. I will be contacting you shortly to discuss your
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Bill 130, Amendments to The Municipal Act:
Impact on Roads
Bill 130, The Municipal Statute Law Amendment Act, 2006 was introduced by the Minister of
Municipal Affairs and Housing on June 15, 2006. The Bill is expected to receive Second
Reading and be referred to a Standing Committee for consultation this fall.
How Bill 130 Affects Roads
The Act extends the /lbroad powersll of municipalities. Single-tier municipalities are granted the
ability to provide any service or thing that the municipality considers necessary or desirable for
the public. II
Two-tier municipalities are given the same broad authority and the spheres of jurisdiction are
used to divide these powers. Bill 130 contains 11 spheres of jurisdiction and among them is
/lhighways, including parking and traffic on highways.1I In his report to OGRA, Fred Dean,
Municipal Solicitor, notes that /lit is not necessary therefore to maintain the same number of
prescriptive provisions as is found in the current Act. Thus Bill 130 amends some sections,
repeals and replaces other sections, and outright repeals a number of sections. II
The following sections are to be repealed by Bill 130:
Sub-section 31. 1 Establishing a highway
Section 33 Repeal of bylaw establishing a highway
Section 41 Prohibiting motor vehicles on highways
Section 42 Delegation to close temporarily
Section 47 Naming highways
Section 49 Disabled parking permits
Section 57 Closing lower-tier highways
Several of these sections can be repealed since the specific powers are now accommodated
under the broad powers.
The specific issues of IIdelegation to close temporarilyll and lithe temporary closing of a highwat'
can now be dealt with under the delegation power contained in section 23.2. The broad authority
now includes licensing powers and this would include the disabled parking permit system.
ONTARIO GOOD ROADS ASSOCIATION .../2
6355 KENNEDY ROAD, UNIT #2, M ISSISSAUGA, ON L5T 2L5
TEL: (905) 795-2555 FAX: (905) 795-2660 EMAIL: info@ogra.org
The broad powers also mean that several sections are to be repealed and replaced.
The following sections have been repealed and replaced
Section 34 Highway Closing Procedures
Section 35 Removing and restricting Common-Law Right of Passage
Section 36 Controlled Access Highways
Section 37 Closing of Private Roads
Section 38 Permanently closing Existing private Roads
S ecti on 39 Appeal
A new Section 35 reads:
Without limiting Sections 9, 10, and 11, a municipality may pass bylaws removing or
restricting the common-law right of passage by the public over a highway and the
common-law right of access to the highway by an owner of land abutting the high way_
It is also important to note that the provisions dealing with notice have substantially
changed. Bill 130 proposes that municipalities will now determine those situations requiring
notice, including matters affecting roads.
OGRA is pleased to note that Bill 130 does not include amendments to Section 44
which deals with minimum maintenance standards,
OGRA will submit comments to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
Please advise Diana Summers, Manager of Policy and Research at OGRA, of
any concerns or comments regarding Bill 130 as soon as possible:
JJJi!~a@og~~~~rg or call 905-795-2555.
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Ontario CommissioW'tftf~LLS (:LERK~:; 1'06"1002 '11:00
Municipal affaires municipales
Board de l'Ontario
Office of the Chair Bureau du President
655 Bay St Suite 1500 655 rue Bay Bureau 1500
Toronto, ON M5G 1E5 Toronto, ON M5G 1 E5
Tel (416) 326-6800 Tel (416) 326-6800
Fax (416) 326-5370 Fax (416) 326-5370
www.omb.aov.on.ca www.omb.aov.on.ca
September 27, 2006
To all Municipal Clerks and OMB Municipal Stakeholders:
I am writing to advise you that the Ontario Municipal Board (OMS) will open a Citizen
Liaison Office effective October 2, 2006 that will provide information and assistance to
the pu blic.
The Citizen Liaison Office will help the public to understand the OMB's processes and
be better informed on how to participate at OMB hearings. It will complement the
changes to planning legislation as the government proceeds with OMB reform.
The Citizen Liaison Office will:
. Provide information to the public about the OMB, such as how to file an
appeal, the hearing process, and the issuance of decisions;
. Develop information materials about the OMB to assist the public;
. Be available to the public, either in person or by phone;
. Provide recommendations to the Board on how to improve access to the
OMB and the transparency of its operations.
The OMB plays a critical role in Ontario's land-use planning process, ensuring that there
is an independent, public body to settle land-use disputes. The Citizen Liaison Office
will assist the public to participate effectively in the process.
The Citizen Liaison Office will be staffed and operating effective October 2, 2006. This
office may be contacted at (416) 326-6800 or toll free 1-866-887-8820, or in person at
655 Bay Street, Suite 1500, Toronto.
Sincerely,
Marie Hubbard
Chair
Ontario Municipal Soard
~bt. 393 University Ave, Suite 1701
Toronto, ON M5G 1E6
Tel.: (416) 971-9856 I Fax: (416) 971-6191
Association of Municipalitil5 of Ontario E-mail: arro@arro.on.ca
MEMBER COMMUNICATION FYI NO: 06/013
To the attention of the Clerk and Council FOR I\IIORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
October 16, 2006 Petra Wolfbeiss
AMO Senior Policy Advisor
(416) 971-9856 ext329
Citizenship and Immigration, Ontario Region,
Request for Expression of Interest arid Pre-Qualificatio n for
Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program Funding
Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Ontario Regi on is seeking to create a list of pre-
qualified potential service providers who are qualified and suitable to deliver Immigrant
Settlement and Adaptation Programs (ISAP) in On tario. Responses to this Request for
Expressions of Interest and Pre-Qualificatio;n (RFEIP) will be evaluated against established
criteria. Applicants must clearly demonstrate that they meet each element of the essential
criteria, by providing examples and references in their sub,missions. The list will be valid for a
minimum of three years from the date of creation.
Qualified and suitable provider s will then be contacted when applications and lor calls for
proposals are issued for their geographical service area orfield of client service expertise.
To be eligible to receive funding through contri bution agreements for the purpose of providing
ISAP services, the recipient must be a business, a non-profit corporation, a non
governmental organization, a community group, an educational institut ion (including school
boards, districts and divisions), an individual, a provinciallt~rritorial government ora municipal
government. Umbrella organizations are eligible to receive contributions for the purpose of
sub-contracti ng with other organizations to provide ISAP services on a province-wide basis.
For more information please visit the Settlement.ora website.
This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at
www.amo.on.ca .
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1-1 Municipalities of Ontario ~t1J-l
~bt. 393 University Ave. Suite 1701
Toronto,ON M5G 1E6
Tel.: (416)971-9856 I Fax: (416) 971-6191
Associationof MunicipalitiES of Ontario E-mail: arro@arro.on.ca
MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 06/054
To the attention of the Clerk and Council FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
October 13. 2006 Petra WoItbeiss, AWO Senior Policy Advisor
(416) 971-9856 ext 329
Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Tables
New. Long Term Care Legislation
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Issue: On October 3,2006 the Government of ()'ntariq ifltrodu:86d .BiII 140, legislation that would, if
passed, govern all long term care homes ,in the Province..
Background:
Bill 140 would replace the Nursing Homes Act, the Charitable Homes Act and the Homes for the Aged
and Rest Homes Act.
AMO is supportive of the principles of Bill 140 tha~ are concerned with the care and safety of long term
care residents.
AMO is concerned with a number of areas in the proposed legislation. Of immediate interest are the
following; section 57. (6).2 which prohibits members of municipal councils to participate on Family
Councils, section 133 pertaining to orders for renovations and section 156 relating to compliance and
enforcement.
Even more troubling is section 67 of the Bill which would make members of homes for the aged, boards
of management or committees of management, "guilty of an offence" for failing to, "to take all reasonable
care to ensure that the corporation complies with .all requirements of this Act" (and regulations). The
implication is that municipal officials could be found guilty of an offence for infractions of administrative
requirements that have no connection to the well-being of residents.
AMO strongly advised the government against induding these provisions on the proposed legislation.
AMO's concerns lie specifically with issues of fairness and a heavy handed approach set out in the
proposed legislation partiaJlarly asmunicipalitie s continue to be leaders and significant contributors in
the provision of long term care in Ontario.
It must also be kept in mind that the Government's commitment ~9 increase operating funding to $6,000
per resident has yet to be achieved. Increases to date by the Government have reached less than
$2,000 per resident. Given this, increased provincial powers and expectations for compliance to the
legislation induding renovations in an under-funded dimate seem unreasonable.
Action: AMO will be convening its Long Term Care Working Group to review the proposed legislation in
detail.
This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amO.on.C8.
Association of r~l!t.
1-1 Municipalities of Ontario l . f J
.bte 393 University Ave, Suite 1701
Toronto, ON MSG 1E6
Tel.: (416)971~9856 I Fax: (416) 971-6191
Associationof Municipalities of Ontario E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca
MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO; 06-055
To the attention of the Clerk and Council, FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
and Municipal Waste Managers or Recycling Mlena Avramovic,
AIv10 Senior Policy Advisor
Coordinators (416) 971-9856 ext 342
October 13, 2006
Your Support for the AMOPiosltion 'o:n the Roll out of the
Deposit Return '
(TIME SENSITIVE REQUEST)
Issue: AMO / AMRC propose clarifications and suggestions for a smooth transition to,
and maximizing the benefitsofLCBO Deposit Return. The government listened to Ontario
municipalities in respect to the Depo~it Return, which we appreciate. Now the government
needs to hear from you, our members, th:a~ the roll out, proposed by AMO/AMRC is a
supportable concept.
Background: .\'
Fundamental reality checks to keep in mind about the LCBO Deposit Return and the
Blue Box:
. Removing LCBO containers will not reduce blue box fixed costs BUT itwill reduce
variable costs, which are directly related to the quantity of the material being handled;
. Removal ofLCBO containers will create capacity in the blue box to collect other
materials that have lower collection costs and higher revenues thus reducing the net
blue box system costs;
. Some stakeholders have raised the concept of "stranded assets" resulting from diverting
materials through Deposit Return. This concemis no supported, given the following:
0 The province has established a goal of60% dive~sion and we are not there yet;
0 We need to divert more material not less; and
0 This is about making the blue box bigger and better and increasing overall waste
diversion at lower cost.
AMO I AMRC suggestions and recommendations for implementation:
1. The LCBO 2007 Blue Box fees
The $5 million voluntary contribution should not change, as we will not know the effect of
LCBO Deposit Return in 2007 until the blue box cost, revenue and tonnage data is compiled
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Member Communication
in 2008. Therefore, the retrospective use of2005 cost data to set 2007 fees remains valid
and avoids opening up the 2007 fee formula and issues wi!~ blue box stewards.
2. The LCBO Deposit Return and LCBO BlueBoxp~yments beyond 2007
The 2008 blue box fees will be based on "best practices" in accordance with the decision of
the Minister of the Environment. Therefore, the stewards' pay-in and the municipal pay-out
models included in the original Blue-Box Program Plan will both fundamentally change.
Having said that, there must be some recognition of the effects ofLCBO Deposit Return in
2007 on 2008 fees. LCBO payments should be "ra tcheted" down as LCBO Deposit Return
increases in performance.
AMO / AMRC propose that for every 1 0% in measured LCBO Deposit Return performance
in 2007, LCBO blue box payments drop by 10% in 2008. At the 85%-90% recovery level,
LCBO payments should go to o. Otherwise fee calcul~tions ,remain unchanged.
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The 2007 blue box data used for 2009 wifl reflect changes"lh materi al mix, costs, revenues
and LCBO payments associated with 11 months ofLCBO Deposit Return and increased
blue box capacity for other materials.
3. Ensuring High Rates of Recovery
AMO / AMRC recommend that the Province and LCBOengage in aggressive public
education to ensure that LCBO customers know of the Deposit Return program, rationale for
change and return locations. Ontario municipalities stand ready to assist in such
communications and to encourage home owners to utilize freed-up blue box capacity to
recycle more.
Secondly, we strongly recommend that high deposit rate be established to encourage
returns. The deposit should be relative tothe, value of the p;roduct in the container.
Further, arrangements with the Beer Store should stipulate that it must accept bulk returns
of un-broken LC BO containers, especially those recovered by municipal blue box recycling
programs with payment of the refund directly to the municipality.
Finally, there must be assur ance that orphaned containers are covered by this program.
4. Municipal Glass Beneficiation
We encourage and recommend that the Beer Store issue an RFQ (Request for Quotation)
to obtain quotes from potential suppliers to process and market LCBO containers. This will
permit glass beneficiation projects for municipal glass to proceed and potentially achieve
economies of scale by co-processing some Beer Store,recqyered containers.
AMO / AMRC will encourage municipalities who are currently part of glass beneficiation
projects to consider proceeding with those projects, where viable. Glass beneficiation refers
to improving the value of glass.
5. Measuring LCBO Deposit Return performance
AMO / AMRC believe that the deposits collected and redeem ed must be transparent
between LC BO and the Beer Store in order that recovery rate s can be clearly determined.
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Member CommunicaUon
We recommend that final disposition of mate rials recovered by The Beer Store be fully
reported.
We also recommend that costs and revenues associated with the environmental
management of various materi als recovered by The Beer Store be fully reported.
Action:
AMO asks its members to pass a resolution at Council conveying its support of the above-
noted suggestions and recommendations for implementation of the LCBO Deposit Return to
the Premier of Ontario, and the Ministers of Municipal Affa irs and Housing, Environment,
Finance and Public Infrastructure Renewal.
Please fOlW8rd your municipality's resolution as Soon as possible, directly to the following:
Hon. Dalton McGuinty
Premier of Ontario "
Legislative Bldg, Room 281
Quee n's Park
Toronto ON M7A1A1
Hon. John Gerretsen Hon. Greg Sorbara
Minister of Municipa I Affairs & Housing Minister of Finance
17th Floor Frost Bldg S,7th Floor
777 Bay St 7 Queen's Park Cres
Toronto ON M5G2E5 Toronto ON M7A1Y7
Hon. Laurel Broten Hon. David Caplan
Minister of the Environment Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal
12th Floor . Mowat Block, 6th Floor
135 St Clair Ave W 900 Bay St
Toronto ON M4V1 P5 Toronto ON M7 A1L2
This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO web site at
www.amo.on.ca .
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3-3 Municipalities of Ontario! . it !
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.bte 393 University Ave, Suite 1701
Toronto, ON M5G 1E6
Tel.: (416) 971-98561 Fax: (416) 971~6191
Association of Municipalities of Ontario E-mail: amo@amo.on.ca
MEMBER COMMUNICATION ALERT NO: 06/052
To the attention of the Clerk and Council FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
September 27, 2006 Patricia Swerhone, AMO Senior Policy Advisor
(416) 971-9856 ext 323
AMO's Submission to Standing Co'mmittee on Finance
Issue: AMO President Doug Reycraft presented AMO's pre-budget submission yesterday to
the Standing Committee on Finance in Ottawa. In his speech, President Reycraft
identified the upcoming Federal Budget as an opportunity to renew Federal interest in
the priorities of municipal government and address key issues facing local
communities today.
Background: , i
The House of Commons Standing.Committee on Finance (FINA) launched its public
hearings on the 2006 pre-budget consultations to be held from Septe.mber 18 - October 27,
2006. The title of the consultation is "Canada's Place in a Competitive World" with a focus
on the future of Canada as a nation and ensuring the future prosperity of all citizens and
business.
AMO's submission to the Standing Committee focused on the following key areas:
~ Federal-Provincial Fiscal Imbalance:
The Municipal Sector supports Premier McGuinty's position on the Federal-
Provincial fiscal imbalance, and that Federal funding programs should be allocated
to the provinces and territories on a per capita basis. We recognize that fixing the
Federal-Provincial fiscal imbalance will further the Ontario Provincial government to
end its reliance on the municipal property tax base to the tune of over $3 - Billion a
year.
~ Stable Funding and Cooperative Relations:
The Municipal Sector requires long-term sustainaQle funding approaches to respond
to a variety of needs of our local communities and meaningful participation and
cooperation of all three orders of government to support Ontario communities to be
liveable, sustainable and competitive in the national and global marketplace.
Full versions of AMO President Revcraft's speech are available on the AMO website.
Action: For your information.
This information is available in the Policy Issues section of the AMO website at www.amo.on.ca.
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POR T COLBORNE 66 CHARLOTTE STREET
PORT COLBORNE, ON L3K 3C8
October 16th, 2006.
Municipa lities of Ontario I
Dear Councils: it
City of Port Colborne Resolution Re MPAC
At its meeting of August 28th, 2006, the Council of the Corporation of the City of Port Colborne
resolved as follows:
WHEREAS, MPAC currently has an annual budget of approximately $146 million
dollars;
AND WHEREAS, the taxpayers of Niagara pay approximately $5 million a year towards
this annual budget including $200,000 from the taxpayers of Port Colborne;
AND WHEREAS, MPAC is now requesti1)g a $16 million dollar increase (or 11 %) to
their overall budget to hire an additional 225 staffand establish a larger bureaucracy;
AND WHEREAS, the additional funding will do nothing to fIx the root of the problems
facing the present assessment program for property values and provide no relief to the
taxpayer;
N OW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the Corporation of The
City of Port Colborne hereby objects to any further downloading of costs for MP AC to
the local taxpayer and hereby urges the Provincial government to take immediate action
and fIx the flaws of the property assessment system.
AND FURTHER, that Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Greg Sorbara, Minister of
Finance, Tim Hudak, MPP, Peter Kormos, MPP, Kim Craitor, MPP, Jim Bradley MPP,
AMO and FCM, Regional Council and all municipal ities in the N iaga ra Region be so
advised.
The above noted resolution is being circulated to all municipalities in Ontario and your
favourable consideration of Council's request for support would be greatly appreciated.
Janet Beckett
City Clerk.
City of Port Colborne
Telephone: (90S) 835-2900 Em ail: ianbecket t(alcitv. oortcol borne.on. ca Fax: (905) 834-5746
E-Mail to Councillors and Heads of Councils
RE: Provincial-Territorial Meeting on Infrastructure
Septem ber 20, 2006
Administrative staff: Should this e-mail from Minister John Gerretsen reach you instead of the elected
officials for whom it is intended, please forward it along. Thank you.
Dear Heads and Members of Councils,
Today in Yellowknife for a provincial-territorial meeting of ministers of local government, I presented
federal Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Lawrence Cannon, with a number of
recommendations on infrastructure renewal.
From Ontario's perspective, the priority is that the federal government address the fiscal imbalance in
a way that is fair for all Canadians, including the 39 per cent who live in Ontario.
Ontario must be allocated its fair share of infrastructure funding if Ontario and Canada are to continue
to compete and prosper in a global economy. Ontario also supports the move to make the federal gas
tax transfer to municipalities permanent.
My colleagues and I made a number of other recommendations to Minister Cannon on federal
infrastructure funding and program development, including greater consultation on program design,
recognition of local priorities and respect for existing reporting and accounting mechanisms.
I know many of you share our government's position on the fiscal imbalance issue. Infrastructure
funding is an important component. To date, more than 100 municipal resolutions have been passed
supporting Ontario I s position on the fiscal imbalance.
In the coming weeks, Minister Cannon will make recommendations to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty
regarding the future of federal infrastructure programs which affect us all. I encourage you to join me
in calling on these Ministers to deliver permanent, fairly distributed infrastructure funding to ensure
our long-term economic and service sustainability.
I hope you are finding these electronic updates useful. To change your contact information or to
remove your name from the distribution list, please send an e-mail to jennifer.fong@mah.gov.on.ca
(Ministry staff will not receive your e-mail if you simply reply to this message.) If you would prefer to
receive my updates by fax, please let us know that as well.
Finally, to reach me on ministry matters, please email me at minister@mah.gov.on.ca or send a letter
to
John Gerretsen, Minister
Municipal Affairs and Housing
777 Bay Street, 17th Floor
Toronto, ON MSG 2ES
Sincerely,
John Gerretsen
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Ontario
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY
ERNIE HARDEMAN, M.P.P. Queen's Park. Office: Constituency Office:
Oxford Room 413, legislative Bldg. 12 Perry Street
Toronto, Ontario Woodstock, Ontario
M7A lAB N4S 3Q
Tel. (416) 325-1239 Tel. (519) 537-5222
Fax (416) 325-1259 Fax (519) 537-3577
September 25, 2006
Mayor Ted Sa1ci
City of Niagara Falls
PO Box 1023
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mayor Sa1ci,
Today the Ontario Legislature debated and passed my resolution to provide relief to
municipalities. The resolution, which I have enclosed, called on the provincial government to
balance the delivery of municipal services with the ability to pay, by expediting the promised
Provincial-Municipal Fiscal and Service review. ,-
I am writing today to ask you and your council to add your support by passing a resolution, such
as the one enclosed, asking the provincial government to provide real relief for municipalities
and taxpayers before the next municipal budget cycle.
I believe that the need to balance the delivery of municipal services with the ability to pay is
urgent.
The last study of Provincial-Municipal services was completed almost ten years ago. Our Party
understands that since then the cost of delivering services has increased substantially and
municipalities have been left \vith the additional cost. Municipal expenses are expected to again
increase substantially once the government passes the Clean Water Act.
We understand the pressures that our municipalities are facing and the difficult choices you are
left with - to raise property taxes or cut services to try to make ends meet.
Since the announcement of the Provincial-Municipal review, over six weeks ago, there has been
no news of progress - not even the appointment of a single member to the committee to conduct
the review. We believe that if the government had started working on the problem immediately,
significant progress could have already made.
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Unfortunately, the Liberal government has decided that municipalities and ratepayers can wait
another 18 months for relief. They demonstrated this belief by voting against my resolution to
conduct the review expediently.
Despite the Liberal party's opposition the members of the Legislature (both Progressive
Conservative and New Democratic) made it clear that we want this resolved quickly and before
the next provincial election.
Our party will continue pressing the government to complete the review quickly. We would
appreciate your support in this effort. I ask that if your council passes a resolution urging the
government to move more quickly, such as the one enclosed, that you forward a copy to my
office.
Ernie Hardeman
M.P.P. for Oxford
Progressive Conservative Critic for Municipal Affairs
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Sample resolution for l\'1unicipal Council
WHEREAS the gap between the transfers from the province and the cost of social
programs is growing and is now estimated by the Association of Municipalities at over $3
Billion; and
WHEREAS delays in balancing the cost of delivering services with the ability to pay are
resulting in delayed maintenance of infrastructure, reduced municipal services and
property tax increases across the province; and
THERFORE BE IT resolved that in the opinion of the Council of (name of municipality)
that the provincial government's currently proposed Provincial-Municipal Fiscal and
Service Delivery Review (which will not be completed until February 2008, after the next
provincial election) is needlessly drawn out and that a full review to balance the delivery
of service with the ability to pay should be completed much more expediently, in order to
avoid hitting taxpayers with unsustainable property tax hikes or significant reductions in
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LEGISLA TIVE ASSEMBLY
Ernie Hardeman ~IPP
Oxford
F or immediate release
September 28, 2006
Ontario PC Resolution Calling For A Faster Solution for l\-funicipalities Passes Despite
Liberal Opposition
QUEEN'S PARK - Today the Ontario Legislature passed a resolution calling for a quicker
review of the fiscal relationship between the province and the municipalities, despite Liberal
opposition. The resolution was introduced by Ernie Hardeman M.P.P. for Oxford and
Progressive Conservative critic for Municipal Affairs.
"John Tory and I have been calling on the government to give municipalities the resources to
deal with increasing costs, instead the Liberals have continued to heap more expenses onto
municipalities," said Ernie Hardeman. "Municipalities have been forced to raise property taxes to
try and make ends meet."
The last study of municipal services was completed almost ten years ago. Since that time costs
have increased substantially. The Association of Municipalities of Ontario now,. estimates that the
gap between municipal transfers and the cost of social programs is over $3 Billion. This amount
is expected to increase substantially once the government passes the Clean Water Act.
On August 14, 2006 the McGuinty government committed to study the problem with a report
due in spring 2008, in order to dodge the issue until four months after the provincial election.
"Municipalities, taxpayers and all three parties in this legislature know what the problem is -
local service costs have increased and provincial transfers haven't kept pace," said Hardeman.
"Now is not the time for another long drawn out study. Now is the time to take action to protect
municipalities and ratepayers."
Mr. Hardeman's Private Members' resolution called on the government to complete the
Municipal-Provincial Fiscal and Service review expediently and take action to balance the
delivery of services with the ability to pay. In a recorded vote the resolution was supported by
the Progressive Conservative and New Democratic parties and opposed by the Liberal party.
"By delaying the review the Liberals once again proven that they will say anything to get
elected but won't take real action to help Ontario's communities," said Hardeman "It is clear
from today's vote that the members of the Ontario Legislature want this resolved before the next
election."
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F or more information, contact:
Ernie Hardeman, MPP Oxford
(416) 325-1239
RESOLUTI01V
Introduced by Ernie Hardeman, M.P.P. for Oxford
Passed by the Ontario Legislature September 28, 2006
That, in the opinion of this house, the proposed Provincial-Municipal Fiscal and Service
Delivery Review, which will not be completed until February 2008, after the next provincial
election, is needlessly drawn out and that a full review to balance the delivery of service with the
ability to pay should be completed much more expediently, in order to avoid hitting Ontario
taxpayers with unsustainable property tax hikes or significant reductions in service.
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October4, 2006
To: All Ontario Municipal Clerks
From: Cad Isenburg
President and Chief Administrative Officer
Subject: The Ontario Otnbudsman's Recommendations
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lam writing to provide you with a copy of our six-month report detailing the progress the
Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MF AC) has made in implementing the
reco1l'1II1endations contained in the Ombudsman's Report of March 28,2006.
As you will see in the report, work has begun on every one of the 20 recommendations
that are within our jurisdiction. Weare also reviewing our Mission, Visioll, and Values
and K.ey Perfonnance Indicators to ensure that property taxpayer interests area priority.
When the Ombudsman released his report last March, we determined that mQst of the
recommendations could be implemented with minimal impact on existing budgets.
However, we said that three recommendations (11, 15 and 20) had significant cost
implications. These three recommendations are highly interdependent and deal primarily
with field office staff levels, increased property inspections to improve data accuracy and
better local access to MP AC representatives.
Cancellation of the 2006 and 2007 province-wide assessment updates provides MP AC
with some additional resources to implement the Ombudsman's recommendations. By
2009, the additional co~t as a result of implementing the recommendations will be $15 to
$16 million a year, apprbximatelyan 11 per cent increase over MPAC's 2006 operating
budget.
Because of the cost implicat1ons,MPAC's Board of Directors made a commitment to
consult municipalities before proceeding further than the initial phase on
Recol11111endations 11, 15 and 20 that represent the bulk of the additional costs.
Following discussions with the. Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), we have
developed a consultation process that ensures that every municipality in the province will
have the opportunity to provide input onthe$;erep()~endations.
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September 27,2006
To: Municipal Clerks and Treas~rers
From: Arthur Anderson
Director, Municipal Relations
Subject: Municipal Enumeration Update #2
I would like to update you about our ongoing post-enumeration activities in support the
Supplem entary voter list products.
We continue to receive new information through Occupancy Questionnaires, the institutional
enumeration (retirement/nursing homes, Canada Forces Bases, campgrounds and student
residences) and our annual Tenant Information Program. The new information has been
captured on the Septem ber Supplementary Preliminary List of Electors and/or Voter
Notification Files. These files were delivered last week to those municipalities that requested
copies. A second supplementary product will be delivered before October 20. The
supplementary lists will also include the names of all persons that have purchased property in
your municipality since mid-July.
Since the new data has been collected over a short period of time, we may not have been able
to confIrm the citizenship status for many of the new names appearing on the supplementary
lists. We are, however, matching our data with Elections Canada information to verify
citizenships and obtain missing birth dates.
If you have requested a copy of the October Supplementary List of Electors, you will also
receive an updated copy of the Exceptions Voter Notification File and Elector Differences
Found Report. In addition to new electors, thes e files identify those names that appeared on
the July list, but no longer qualify to vote in your jurisdiction. The files also include any
changes affecting existing electors, such as school support changes or address corrections.
Municipal Clerks and Treasurers
Septem ber 27, 2006
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I appreciate the opportunity to update you about our election-rela ted activities. If you have
any questions or suggestions, please contact me at 1 877635-6722 extension 6993 or your
Municipal Relations Representative.
Yours truly,
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Arthur Anderson
Director, Municipal Relations
Copy Carl Isenburg, President and Chief Administrative Officer, MPAC
Rosalie Penny, Vice-President, Customer Relations, MPAC
Account Managers, Municipal Relations
Municipal Relations Representatives
Municipal Liaison Group - Elections
News Release @ Ontario
Communique
Ministry of Ministere des
Municipal Affairs Affaires municipales
And Housing et du Logement
For Immediate Release
October 20, 2006
RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES ACT TAKES EFFECT JANUARY 31,2007
Balanced Protection For Tenants And Landlords
QUEEN'S PARK - Legislation that will provide balanced protection to tenants and landlords while
keeping our rental housing market strong takes effect January 31, 2007, Minister of Municipal
Affairs John Gerretsen said today.
"The Residential Tenancies Act implements a fair rental housing system that benefits good tenants
and good landlords," said Gerretsen. "Weare building stronger communities that offer a range of
housing choices to meet the diverse needs of Ontarians."
Once proclaimed, the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 will eliminate the current unfair eviction
process, ensure fairer rent increases for tenants, help landlords protect their investment and
encourage a healthy investment climate. To reflect a new mandate of enhanced customer service
and accessibility, the Ontario Rental Housing Tribunal becomes the Landlord and Tenant Board.
Information about the act, the Landlord and Tenant Board and service fee reductions will be
available at all Service Ontario outlets, Ontario Rental Housing Tribunal Offices, Publications
Ontario and online at www.mah.gov.on.ca by clicking on Residential Tenancies.
"Weare ushering in a new era of tenant and landlord relations characterized by fairness and
accessibility," added Gerretsen. "The Residential Tenancies Act will provide tenants and landlords
the protection they need to ensure that Ontario's rental housing system works for everyone."
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Contact:
Patti Munce Sonya Rolfe
Minister's Office Market Housing Branch
416585-6333 416585-7398
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For more information visit www.mah.gov.on.ca
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Document d'information
Ministry of Ministere des
Municipal Affairs Affaires municipales
and Housing et du Logement
October 20, 2006
RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES ACT, 2006
The McGuinty government is providing balanced protection for tenants and landlords while
keeping Ontario's rental housing market healthy by setting January 31, 2007 as the
proclamation date for the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006.
The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006
The Residential Tenancies Act received Royal Assent on June 22. Beginning January 31
2007, the act will:
. Eliminate the unfair eviction process, so that every tenant will have an
opportunity to go to a hearing or mediation
. Base the annual rent increase guideline on a real cost indicator - the Consumer
Price Index for Ontario
. Require rent reductions for sitting tenants when utility costs go down, if a unit's
rent had been increased to reflect high utility prices
. Require rent reductions for sitting tenants when a capital expenditure such as a
new roof has been paid for, if a tenant's rent had been increased to pay for those
costs
. Permit the Landlord and Tenant Board to disallow all rent increases if a landlord
has failed to maintain his/her building
. Create a fast-track eviction process for tenants who vandalize their units or
buildings or cause serious problems when the apartment is in a small complex
where the landlord also lives
. Continue to exempt rental units built since 1991 from rent controls, and allow
new tenants and landlords to negotiate starting rents in private rental units.
The Landlord and Tenant Board
The Tribunal's name will be changed to the Landlord and Tenant Board to reflect its renewed
mandate of enhanced customer service and accessibility for tenants and landlords.
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The Landlord and Tenant Board cont'd
Service fee reductions include:
. Photocopying fees will be cut in half from $1 to 50~ per page
. Fees for audio recordings of hearings reduced from $25 to $15
. Fees for application for above guideline rent increases will be reduced from $500
for the first unit plus $5 for each additional unit to a maximum of $1,000 to $200
for the first 10 units and $10 for each additional unit to a maximum of$I,OOO.
Improving the availability, afford ability and quality of housing
The Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 is just one way the McGuinty government is addressing
the housing needs of Ontario families. Other ways that the government is improving the
availability, affordability and quality of housing in Ontario with a particular focus on helping
vulnerable groups, such as low-income tenants, include:
. Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program will fund up to 15,000 units of
affordable housing and provide housing allowances for some 5,000 lower-income
families in Ontario. The program provides units for vulnerable Ontarians such as
victims of domestic violence, persons with mental illness, families on social
assistance and the working poor. To date, more than 6,500 units have been built, are
under construction, or in the planning approval stage.
. Ontario Rent Bank Program promotes housing stability by helping low-income
tenants avoid eviction for non-payment of rent due to an unforeseen crisis. Since
2004, approximately 6,000 Ontario households have received assistance for short-
term rent arrears.
. Ontario Strong Communities Rent Supplement Program assists low-income
households to obtain housing. To date, 6,670 low-income households have received
rent supplements.
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Contact:
Sonya Rolfe
Market Housing Branch
(416) 585-7398
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Communique
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Municipal Affairs Affaires municipales
and Housing et du Logement
For Immediate Release
October 19, 2006
ONTA.RIO PRO\7IDING l\,fORE TOOLS TO
SITPPORT SIJST AINABLE COl\1l\'IITNITIES
Legislature Passes Planning Reform, Legislalion
TORONTO - Legislation to reform Ontario's land-use planning system and promote sustainable
develoPlnent has been passed by the Ontario legislature.
"This legislation provides nlunicipalities \vith nlore tools to support good planning and vvell-
designed cOlunlunities/' said l\1unicipal Affairs and Housing l\finister John Gerretsen. ""It includes
important reforms to Ontario ]\funicipal Board processes, \vhich emphasize local planning and
provide the board \vith a more eth:ctive role in helping to ensure well-planned growth.
The Planning and Conservation Land Statute La\v Amendment L-\ct, 2006, enables development of
the l110re cOlllpact, energy efficient and transit-friendly cOllununities that Ontario needs to
maintain its prosperity and quality of life. By establishing clear requirements for information and
consultation at the frout-end of the planning process, it provides 1110re opportunity for public
involvell1ent into ho\v comlllunities grow. Through land-use planning tools, lllunicipalities will
be able to consider architectural features, innovative technologies and sustainable design, to
improve the look and feel of our communities.
"This is part of our governlnent's cOlnprehensive plan to 111anage gro\vth in a lnore strategic and
intelligent manner," said Genetsen. "Our planning refOlms will work together with our Cn'eenbelt
Plan, our Gro\vth Plan and our ini tiatives prOlnoting clean \-vater, green energy and better transit~
to build better conlmunities."
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Contacts:
Patti Munce .Audrey Bennett
Minister's Oftice Provincial Planning and
416 585-6333 En.vironmental Service Branch
416585-6014
416 585-6182
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The Ontario Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform
Be a part of history in the making
Something remarkable is happening in Ontario. It started quietly in April 2006 when Elections Ontario
sent 124,000 letters to randomly selected registered voters. The letters asked people to respond if they
were interested in being part of the Ontario Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform-a first for the
province. About 12,000 people responded, 1,200 of whom were invited to attend selection meetings
across the province. At the meetings, one person from each riding was selected randomly to sit on the
Citizens' Assembly.
The atmosphere at selection meetings was electric. As attendees learned more about the Assembly's
mandate, they became even more committed to the process. When their names were drawn, Assembly
members expressed surprise and excitement. The first member chosen, a young student, said that she
felt like she had won the lottery-and she was right, given the odds.
This group of teachers, IT specialists, students, and small business owners, to name a few, is the face of
Ontario. Each member will bring his or her own personal voice to the Assembly. Together, their voices
and yours may change the shape of our democracy.
What is the Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform?
The Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform has the responsibility of assessing Ontario's electoral
system, and others, to recommend whether Ontario should retain its current system or adopt a new one.
This is a role usually reserved for expert panels or royal commissions.
Electoral reform is on the agenda in many countries, but few have given such a direct voice to citizens. In
Ontario, the Citizens' Assembly will discuss the options we have when we vote, and how our votes are
translated into seats for Members of Provincial Parliament. If the Assembly recommends a change, all
Ontario voters will have their say in a referendum to be held by October 2007.
The Assembly is independent of government. Including the Chair, George Thomson, who was appointed
by the government, there are 52 males and 52 females on the Assembly. At least one member of the
Assembly is Aboriginal. George Thomson is an educator, and former judge and deputy minister. The
Chair has no vote unless one is needed to break a tie.
What will the Assembly do?
From September to December 2006, Assembly members will spend six weekends in Toronto learning
about electoral systems. They will participate in a rigorous learning program led by Dr. Jonathan Rose,
associate professor of political science at Queen's University.
Through the winter, Assembly members will consult with fellow Ontarians through a series of public
meetings. They will also invite written submissions. The consultation process is a chance for all Ontarians
to have their say about Ontario's electoral system.
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Equipped with what they've learned about electoral systems, and the opinions they've heard from across '"
the province, Assembly members will return to Toronto in February 2007, for another six weekends, to
deliberate and form their recommendation. Their recommendation will be outlined in a report due to the
government by May 15, 2007.
Different electoral systems produce different results, so Assembly members will have to consider what's
important for Ontario. The Assembly's regulation directs it to consider eight principles in assessing
electoral systems. These are:
. Legitimacy
. Fairness of Representation
. Voter Choice
. Effective Parties
. Stable and Effective Government
. Effective Parliament
. Stronger Voter Participation
. Accou ntability
The regulation also allows the Assembly to consider any other principles and characteristics it believes
are important.
How can the public get involved?
All Ontarians have a stake in this process and the Citizens' Assembly will offer many opportunities for
members of the public to have their say. Public consultation is scheduled to begin in November 2006.
Details about the consultation process will be available in the fall, once Assembly members have had an
opportunity to discuss a consultation plan.
Members of the public can follow the Assembly's progress by subscribing to The Ballot, the Citizens'
Assembly newsletter, or visiting the Citizens' Assembly website to access learning materials.
What's the timeline for this initiative?
May 27 - June 25,2006 103 Ontarians selected by Elections Ontario to sit on the Citizens'
Assembly
September 9, 2006 First Citizens' Assembly meeting takes place in Toronto
September 2006 - November 2006 Citizens' Assembly members attend six weekend meetings to
learn about electoral systems:
. September 9 -10
. September 30 - October 1
. October 14 -15
. October 28 - 29
. November 11 - 12
. November 25 - 26
November 2006 - February 2007 Citizens' Assembly members attend and participate in public
consultation meetings, and review written submissions
February - April 2007 Citizens' Assembly members meet in Toronto for six weekends to
deliberate and form their recommendation
May 15, 2007 Citizens' Assembly submits its report to the government
Contact us: 416-325-0758 /1-866-317-3208 or info@citizensassembIV.Qov.on.ca
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" Villamil Bernard
From: Planche_Ron [rplanche@liberal.ola.org]
Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2006 10:40 AM
To: List not disclosed
Subject: LOCAL WOMAN APPOINTED TO RE-EXAMINE ONTARIO'S ELECTORAL SYSTEM
Media Release:
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, August 15,2006
LOCAL WOMAN APPOINTED TO RE-EXAMINE
ONTARIO'S ELECTORAL SYSTEM
Niagara Falls Citizen To Be Part Of Citizens' Assembly On Electoral Reform
Niagara Falls - Local citizens will be represented on the Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform by
Salvaci6n Villamil a City of Niagara Falls resident, Niagara- Falls MPP Kim Craitor announced today.
"Our Government believes that the shape of Ontario's democracy is a matter for Ontarians to decide,"
Craitor said, "that's why we're appointing these members of the Citizens' Assembly."
The 52 female and 51 male assembly members representing each of Ontario's ridings were randomly
selected from the Permanent Register of Electors for Ontario by Elections Ontario.
"On behalf of the citizens of Niagara Falls I offer congratulations and thanks to Salvacion for accepting
the opportunity to join the Citizens' Assembly," said Craitor "This is an unprecedented opportunity for
Ontarians to participate in strengthening Ontario's democracy."
Co-incidentally Villamil, said Craitor is the mother of Bernie Villamil, a candidate in the upcoming
municipal election. The selection process was entirely random and not a political one, said Craitor but
knowing the Villamil's passion for the democratic process I know this riding will be well served by this
selection.
The assembly operates independently of government. If the assembly recommends a change in the
electoral system, that recommendation will be put to a referendum within the government's current
mandate.
"These 103 randomly selected people are at the centre of the process, but I'm hoping that all
Ontarians will take advantage of the opportunities we are developing for them to express their views
to the assembly," said George Thomson, chair of the Citizens' Assembly on Electoral Reform.
The Citizens' Assembly is a first for Ontario. It gives citizens a direct vote in determining the options
we have when we vote and how our votes are translated into seats for Members of Provincial
Parliament, Craitor outlined.
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LOCAL WOMAN APPOINTED TO RE-EXAMINE ONTARIO'S ELECTORAL SYSTEM Page 2 of2 .
He said, "The Assembly will identify what principles Ontarians value most in their electoral system. ..
And it will hold public consultations to hear what other citizens value. Based on what the Assembly
hears and learns, it will recommend whether Ontario should keep its current electoral system or
change to a new one.
The first meeting of the Citizens' Assembly will be held on September 9, 2006.
The assembly will issue its final report outlining its recommendation on or before May 15, 2007.
For more information about the Citizens' Assembly and its members go to the assembly's website at
www.citizensassembly.gov.on.ca.
Craitor has high hopes that this group of independent citizens can come up with new ideas that will
increase voter participation and respect for the electoral process. "This is democracy in action - a
democracy that belongs to the citizens of Ontario, not just their elected officials," said Craitor.
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BACKGROUND
Niagara Falls
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Salvacion Villamil was born in the Philippines and moved to Niagara Falls almost 30 years ago. She
. is married to Bernardo and they have one daughter, two sons and three grandchildren. Salvaci6n
completed her Master's in the Philippines and obtained a diploma in reading from McGill University;
she taught English and science for many years. Retired now, Salvaci6n is a member of the Canadian
Federation of University Women of Niagara Falls and enjoys reading, playing bridge and taking
cruises. Salvaci6n says she hasn't missed an election since becoming a Canadian citizen and wants
"to be on this journey for electoral reform to achieve progress in her adopted country."
For More Information Contact:
Ron Planche
Executive Assistant to
Kim Craitor, MPP
Parliamentary Assistant (Corrections)
Ministry of Community Safety and Corrections
Phone: (905)357-0681
Queen's Park (416)325-0790
Mobile: (905) 401-5699
Home: (905) 357-0809
Email: l];!'-an.Gh~-,@U.~eral.ol~.org
Email2 ronplanche@cogeco.ca
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PLACES for People and Prosperity
Friday, December 8,2006 . Best' Western Lamplighter Inn · London, ON
The Southwestem Municipal Services Office of the Mi nistry of Municipal Affairs and Housing along with the
Association of Municipalitie s of Ontario (AMO) are pleased to invite, y()u to attend the 2006 Ontario Southwest
Municipal Conference Places for People & Prosperity on Friday, December 8, 2006 at the Best Westem
Lamplighter Inn and Conference Centre in London.
There will be a number of cone urrent sessions on timely topics of interest to municipalitie s in our region
including: Performance Measurement, A Municipal, Prov incial and Federal Perspective on Affordable Housing,
Downtown Revitalization: A Small Community Perspective, New Provincial Planning Initiatives: Changes to the
Planning Act and New Regulations, Broadening Your Authority, Green Buildings and Development: M
Emerging Trend, and Bill 43: Clean Water Act.
We will also be providing the following three training and education opportunities on December 7, 2006 : Asset
Management: Everything you need to know to be ready!, Essentials of Municipal Fire Protection, and Who are
These People and Why do I Have to be Nice to Them (Council-Staff Relations).
Further complimenting this year's theme of Places for People & Prosperity, best-selling author David Chilton,
will deliver the keynote address. Mr. Chilton will speak about believing in yourself, overcoming mistakes (many
of his are truly hilarious) and, most importantly, he will discuss perspective - the missing ingredient in many
people's lives. ":;, \
Long-standing service awards to recognize municipally elected officials with at least 25 years of service will be
presented during the luncheon.
Registration forms are available on the AMO web site at www.amo.on.ca under the link: "AMO Conferences."
Please send completed Registration forms (attached) with payment by cheque payable to:
Association of Municipalitie s of Ontario
Attention: Mastazia Kmeta
393 University Ave., Suite 1701
Toronto, Ontario M5G 1E6
Completed forms with payment by credit card can also be faxed to AMO at (416) 971-9372.
If you require hotel accommodations, a block of rooms at a special rate starting from $99.00 per night have
been set aside until November 7, 2006 at:
The Best Westem Lamplighter Inn
591 Wellington Road South
London, Ontario N6C 4R3
Phone: (519)-681-7151 or 1-888-232-674 7
If you have any questions, please contact conference chair Erick Boyd at (519) 8734025, or toll free at
1-800-265473 6.
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Online registration is available at www.amo.on.ca
Please type or print clear1y. Use one form per registrant. Payment MUST accompany registration.
First name Last name
Title Municioalitv/Oraanization
Address
Citv Prov. Postal Code
Phone Fax Email
REGISTRATION FEE -INCLUDES LUNCH AND GST
December 7,2006 Sessions:
Please check the session you would like to attend- see December 7, 2006 Session Descriptions for details.
0 Essentials of Municipal Fire Prot~ction (cost $25.00)
Location: 659 Exeter Road, Learning Ce:ntre
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Who are These People and Why do I Have to be NIce to Them
(Council-Staff Relations) (cost $60.00) Location: Best Western Lamplighter Inn,
Royal Palm Room
0 Asset Management: "Have you positioned your Community to meet the Challenge?"
(cost $60.00) Location: Four Points Sheraton, The Balmoral Room
GST Registration # R 106732944
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ONLY PAYMENT BY CREDIT CARD MAY BE FAXED TO 416-971-9372
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Decem ber 7, 2006 Description
Full Day Sessions
Essentials of Municipal This seminar is designed for municipal decision-makers, (elected officials and senior
Fire Protection municipal staff), and will highlight the fundament als of municipal fire protection service
delivery . Participants. will come. away with an enhanced understanding of fire protection
(Click for Full Descriotion) needs, obligations, and legislated requirements. They will also leam how to plan for fire
protection and prevention services and will have a better understanding of the options
available for the delivery of these services, based on local needs and circumstances. This
one-day intensive seminar will use case studies, sample by-laws, and a facilitated
guidebook, to enhance leaming. Don't miss the opportunity to be one of the first to
participate in a sneak preview of this new edu'Catlonal experience!
Who are these people This session will build upon the success of Ted Mouradian's Spring 2006 session with Chief
and why do I have to be Administrative Officers from the Southwes t region. If you attended the Spring "warm up"
nice to them? session, you'll want to attend the % day session. If you missed the earlier session, here's
your chance to take in the whole event.
(Click for Full Descriotion) In this session, Ted Mouradian will teach you about the fundamental principles for managing
(Click for Link to The personal and professional relationships. Ted's practical skills will enable you to meet the
changes and challenges of this decade and beyond. His humour and real-life strategies,
Mouradian G rouo) combined with a perfect blend of wisdom, compassion and practical experience demonstrate
how to achieve a greater quality of life.
Asset Management: Recognizing that municipalities have varying asset management needs and are at various
"Have you positioned stages of implementatio n, this session has been specifically designed to benefit financial,
your Community to meet technical and administrative staff to ensure the integrated implementation of PSAB 3150
the Challenge?" accounting and reporting and all aspects of asset management.
(Click for Full Descriotion) Expert speakers will discuss the infrastructure Iifecycle, PSAB 3150 accounting and
reporting, improved financial management as well as the implication of the ne\^l standards on
municipal asset management plans.. The practica I application of the various concepts of
asset management, including creating inventories, data collection, evaluation methods,
sustainability and financial modeling will also be explored.
This session will also highlight the importanc e of integration between municipal financial,
technical and administrative staff and explore effective communication methods with council
to ensure the support required for successful implementation of an asset management plan.
Ontari 0 Southwest Municipal Conference
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Association of Municipalitie s of Ontario
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P LA CE S for People and Prosperity
Friday, December 8, 2006 . Best Westem Lamplighter Inn · London, ON
Online registration is available at www.amo.on.ca
Please type or print clearly. Use one form per registrant. Payment MUST accompany registration.
First name Last name
Title Municipalitv/Or aanization
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Address
Citv Prov. Postal Code
Phone Fax Email
I REGISTRATION FEE -INCLUDES LUNCH. $150.00 ($141.51 + $8.49 GST) I
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December 8, 2006 Sessions
Please check off your morning and aftemoon session preferences - see attached for details.
Mornina Session - Choose One Afternoon' Session - Choose One
o A Municipal, Provincial and Federal Perspective o Performance Budgeting:
on Affordable Housing Using Performance Measurement in Resource
Allocation (Session 2 of 2)
o Downtown Revitalization: A Small Community
Perspective o "Green" Buildings and Development:
An Emerging Trend
o New Provincial Planning Initiatives
o Bill 43: Clean Water Act
o Performance Measurement:
How to Do It, How to Use It (Session 1 of 2) o MPMP Web tool
o Broadening Your Authority: Bill 130
PAYMENT
Registration forms CANNOT be processed unless accompanied by proper payment.
ONLY PAYMENT BY CREDIT CARD MAY BE FAXED TO 416-971-9372
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Card #
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393 University Ave., Suite 1701, Toronto,
ON MSG 1E6 Expiry Date
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Friday, December 8, 2006 . Best Western Lamplighter Inn · London, ON
December 8 Description
Morning Sessions
A Municipal, Provincial and The intent of this session is to bring the latest word on Affordable Housing from leaders at each
Federal Perspective on level of govemment. This is an excellent opportunity for municipal delegates to learn more
Affordable Housing about what progress is being made across Canada, the latest news in Ontario, and specifically
the work municipalities in southwestem Ontario are doing on affordable housing.
Downtown Revitalization: A This session will highlight the theory and practice of creating a downtown revitalization strategy
Small Community within a smaller community. It will focus on the steps and stages involved in successful action
Perspective planning. Also, leam how individual communi~ie$ have mobilized their organizations.
New Provincial Planning This session will examine the proposed legisl!afive changes to the Planning Act and the
Initiatives: Changes to the implementing Regulations. Among the changes are: refonns to the' Ontario Municipal Board,
Planning Act and New the ability for municipalities to set up local appeal bodies, requirements for enhanced public
Regulations participation, and the requirement for municipa Iities to have up-to-date Official Plans and
Zoning By-laws.
Perfonnance Measurement: Perfonnance measurement is a tool to assist in making strategic, operational and financial
How to Do It, How to Use It decisions. Using examples from real municipal services, we'll discuss a simple step by step
(Session 1 of 2) method to develop perfonnance measurements' for municipal services and programs and how
it can be used in a variety of management decision making processes.
Broadening Your Authority: Broad powers, electronic meeting participation, and accountability matters are some of the
Bill 130 proposed amendments to the Municipal Act. This session will look at Bill 130 and what the
proposed changes to the Municipal Act may mean, for municipalities in the Southwest.
Decem ber 8 Description
Afternoon Sessions
Perfonnance Budgeting: Session 1 dealt with how to develop good performance measurements. What do we do with
Using Performance that data? How is perfonnance measurement used to help make budget decisions? Leam
Measurement in Resource about a variety ways to improve resource allocation, including perfonnance budgeting, making
Allocation a business case to back up resource requests, coping with declining budgets, and identifying
(Session 2 of 2) and analyzing budget issues.
"G reen" Buildings and The intent of this session is to infonn delegat es of the latest technologies and opportunities
Development: An Emerging available in the "Green" Building and Development sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for
Trend municipal delegates to leam more about what oppor tunities are available from private initiatives
to public programs currently underway to help improve and promote environmental leadership.
Bill 43: Clean Water Act The Clean Water Act will, if passed, playa majo r role in fulfilling the Provincial Govemment's
commitment to ensure that all Ontarians hayel.~ccess to safe drinking water. Protecting water
at its source is the first step in ensuring safe diinking water. It means stopping contaminants
from getting into sources of drinking water -lakes, rivers and aquifers. Under the proposed
legislation, communities will be required to work together to create and carry out a plan to
protect their drinking water sources.
MPMP Web Tool The Municipal Perfonnance Measuremen t Program (MPMP) web tool provides municipalities
that are looking for a convenient and' relevant way to examine and analyze MPMP data. The
web tool will be an interactive and user-friendly application that will allow municipalities to
easily query the MPMP database and compare results with other municipalities.
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0 Learn about the new 2006 Ontario Building Code changes and how they may effect your work
0 Find out what the Ontario Water Works Association (OVWJA) is doing with respect to
Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control
0 Learn the proper procedures of Selecting and Maintaining Backflow Prevention Devices
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BACKFLOW 101
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Everything you want to know about backflow and more.
~. The following topics will be covered:
..... 1. C.S.A. Standard B.64.10
.r ~ 0 Michael Birks - Committee Chair
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. ;;;i;~K> 0 What is their role?
o What will change under the new Ontario Building Code?
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o Tester certification
IIF1IF 0 New Ontario Testers Database
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o Why use them
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o choosing the correct style and size for the device
~ 0 Canadian climate and enclosures
IIIIIW 5. Selection and Maintenance of Devices
~ 0 Bill Pennock - Pennex Backflow Prevention
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Environmental Review Tribunal Tribunal de l'environnement ~
P.O. Box 2382 C.P.2382 ~-,.
2300 Yonge St 2300, rue Yonge Ontario
Suite 1700 Bureau 1700
Toronto ON M4P 1 E4 Toronto ON M4P 1E4
Tel: (416) 314-4600 Tel.: (416) 314-4600
Fax: (416) 314-4506 Telec.: (416) 314-4506
www.ert.aov.on.ca wwvv. ert. aov. on. ca
Case No.: 06-091
NOTICE OF PRELIMINARY HEARING
In the matter of an appeal by the Regional Municipality of Niagara filed
August 10, 2006 for a Hearing before the Environmental Review Tribunal
pursuant to section 100 of the Ontario Water Resources Act, R.S.O. 1990,
c. 0.40, as amended, with respect to Amended Certificate of Approval No.
1695-6QQGVQ issued by the Director, Ministry of the Environment, on
July 28, 2006 under section 53 of the Ontario Water Resources Act, regarding
approval of modifications to the Niagara Falls Water Pollution Control Plant
for the collection, transmission, treatment and disposal of domestic sewage at
the Plant located at 3450 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls City, Regional
Municipality of Niagara, Ontario.
The purpose of the Hearing is to enable the Tribunal to determine whether it shall confirm, alter
or revoke the Director's Decision that is the subject matter of the Hearing, and may by order
direct the Director to take such action as the Tribunal considers appropriate. The Tribunal may
substitute its opinion for that of the Director.
Preliminary Hearine::
A Preliminary Hearing (which will form part of the Hearing) will be held on Friday, October
27,2006 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, City of Niagara Falls, 4310 Queen
Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario and will be conducted by a member of the Tribunal. The
purpose of the Preliminary Hearing will be to receive submissions from groups and individuals
who are seeking Party, Participant or Presenter status and to rule thereon; to identify the
preliminary issues to be considered at the main Hearing; to establish the pre-Hearing process
(information and document exchange, meetings of Parties and their legal and technical
representatives, scoping of issues, and planning of the main Hearing), to deal with any other
preliminary matters that may be raised by Parties, Participants or Presenters; establish dates for
the main Hearing and to finalize and issue procedural orders.
How to Participate:
Groups or individuals interested in participating in the Hearing may express either their private
concerns or their concerns regarding the public interest. They may participate as a Presenter,
Participant or Party.
The Tribunal will consider requests for Party, Participant, or Presenter status at the Preliminary
Hearing. Anyone who wishes to request that the Tribunal grant them Party, Participant or
Presenter status should notify the Case Manager in writing (or electronically) by 4:00 p.m. on
Friday, October 20, 2006. Contact the Case Manager for further details. A request for status
may also be made at the Hearing provided that the proceeding has not terminated in the interim
(whether due to a settlement, withdrawal by the Appellant or revocation of the decision that is
the subject of the proceeding).
There will be no reporting services provided by the Environmental Review Tribunal for the
Hearing. If Parties consider that they require a transcript of the proceedings they may obtain
such service at their o\vn expense.
If you require the Hearing to be translated into French, or if you have special needs that must be
accommodated, please advise the Case Manager as soon as you receive this notice. Collect calls
are accepted.
Si vous avez besoin de services en fran9ais, veuillez appeler Ie Tribunal de l'environnement au
416-314-4600. Les appels a frais vires sont acceptes.
TAKE NOTICE that the Preliminary Hearing date is peremptory to all Parties. If you do not
attend at this Hearing and identify yourself to the Tribunal, the Environmental Review Tribunal
may proceed in your absence and you may not receive any further notice in these proceedings.
For more information, please review the appropriate legislation, the Rules of Practice and
Practice Directions of the Environmental Review Tribunal, and "A Guide to Appeals under the
Environmental Protection Act, the Nutrient Management Act, 2002, the Ontario Water
Resources Act, the Pesticides Act, and the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002", all of which are
available on the Tribunal's website at www.ert.gov.on.ca.
DATED at TORONTO, this 11th day of September, 2006.
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Gaye McCurdy /- .
Tribunal Secretary "
Information Contact:
Tracee Wessam, Case Manager Tel: (416) 314-4681
Environmental Review Tribunal Fax: (416) 314-4506
2300 Y onge Street, 17th Floor Tribunal website: www.ert.gov.on.ca
Toronto, Ontario M4P 1 E4 Case Manager's Email: tracee. wessam@ert. gov .on.ca
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'" Environmental Review Tribunal Tribunal de I'environnement lij
P.O. Box 2382 C.P. 2382
2300 Yonge St 2300, rue Yonge
Suite 1700 Bureau 1700
Toronto ON M4P 1E4 Toronto ON M4P 1 E4 ...."
Ontario
Tel: 416/314-4600 Tel.: 416/314-4600
Fax: 416/314-4506 Telec.: 416/314-4506
www.ert.aov.on.ca www.ert.aov.on.ca
NOTICE TO ALL OWNERS OF NEARBY LANDS:
Enclosed is a Notice of Hearing for an appeal before the Environmental Review Tribunal. You are being
notified of this hearing because you are an owner of land near the facility or property in question.
It is the Tribunal's policy to notify all owners of nearby lands to allow interested persons or groups of
individuals the opportunity to participate at the Hearing. You are not required to attend the hearing,
but if you do choose to participate, there are four ways in which you may do so. They are as follows:
1. You may attend the hearing and observe the proceedings, but not actively participate.
2. You may request the hearing panel to grant you presenter status at the hearing. As a presenter,
you will be able to provide your testimony under oath or solemn affinnation at the hearing, and be
cross-examined by all parties. You may also file written material in addition to your oral
presentation.
3. You may request that the Tribunal grant you participant status at the hearing. As a participant,
you will be able to provide your testimony under oath or solemn affirmation at the hearing, and be
cross-examined by all parties. You may also file written material in addition to your oral
presentation. Participants, however, are expected to attend each day of the hearing so that any
submissions made to the Tribunal will reflect the evidence given by all the parties, and others,
during the course of the entire hearing.
4. You may request that the Tribunal grant you party status. This means that you have the right to
present evidence through witnesses, cross-examine witnesses and make submissions. Parties are
often represented by legal counsel. Parties are expected to attend all hearing days, including days
allocated to final argument.
Should you wish to participate in these proceedings, you should immediately write, fax or e-mail the
undersigned to indicate your intention. You should visit the Tribunal's website to obtain a copy of the
Rules of Practice and Practice Directions of the Environmental Review Tribunal. The Tribunal's website is
located at www.ert.gov.on.ca. If you do not have Internet access, a copy of the Rules of Practice and
Practice Directions will be mailed upon request.
Yours truly,
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Gaye McCurdy {l
Tribunal Secretary
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Environmental Review Tribunal Tribunal de I'environnement
P.O. Box 2382 C.P. 2382 ~-,.
2300 Yonge St 2300, rue Yonge Ontario
Suite 1700 Bureau 1700
Toronto ON M4P 1 E4 Toronto ON M4P 1 E4
Tel: (416) 314-4600 Tel.: (416) 314-4600
Fax: (416) 314-4506 Telee.: (416) 314-4506
WWW.ert.aov.on.ea www.ert.aov.on.ea
Case No.: 06-091
NOTICE OF PRELIMINARY HEARING
In the matter of an appeal by the Regional Municipality of Niagara filed
August 10, 2006 for a Hearing before the Environmental Review Tribunal
pursuant to section 100 of the Ontario Water Resources Act, R.S.O. 1990,
c. 0.40, as amended, with respect to Amended Certificate of Approval No.
1695-6QQGVQ issued by the Director, Ministry of the Environment, on
July 28, 2006 under section 53 of the Ontario Water Resources Act, regarding
approval of modifications to the Niagara Falls Water Pollution Control Plant
for the collection, transmission, treatment and disposal of domestic sewage at
the Plant located at 3450 Stanley A venue, Niagara Falls City, Regional
Municipality of Niagara, Ontario.
The purpose of the Hearing is to enable the Tribunal to determine whether it shall confirm, alter
or revoke the Director's Decision that is the subject matter of the Hearing, and may by order
direct the Director to take such action as the Tribunal considers appropriate. The Tribunal may
substitute its opinion for that of the Director.
Preliminary Hearine:
A Preliminary Hearing (which will form part of the Hearing) will be held on Friday, October
27,2006 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City Hall, City of Niagara Falls, 4310 Queen
Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario and will be conducted by a member of the Tribunal. The
purpose of the Preliminary Hearing will be to receive submissions from groups and individuals
who are seeking Party, Participant or Presenter status and to rule thereon; to identify the
preliminary issues to be considered at the main Hearing; to establish the pre-Hearing process
(information and document exchange, meetings of Parties and their legal and technical
representatives, scoping of issues, and planning of the main Hearing), to deal with any other
preliminary matters that may be raised by Parties, Participants or Presenters; establish dates for
the main Hearing and to finalize and issue procedural orders.
How to Participate:
Groups or individuals interested in participating in the Hearing may express either their private
concerns or their concerns regarding the public interest. They may participate as a Presenter,
Participant or Party.
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'"
The Tribunal will consider requests for Party, Participant, or Presenter status at the Preliminary
Hearing. Anyone who wishes to request that the Tribunal grant them Party, Participant or
Presenter status should notify the Case Manager in writing (or electronically) by 4:00 p.m. on
Friday, October 20,2006. Contact the Case Manager for further details. A request for status
may also be made at the Hearing provided that the proceeding has not terminated in the interim
(whether due to a settlement, withdrawal by the Appellant or revocation of the decision that is
the subject of the proceeding).
There will be no reporting services provided by the Environmental Review Tribunal for the
Hearing. If Parties consider that they require a transcript of the proceedings they may obtain
such service at their own expense.
If you require the Hearing to be translated into French, or if you have special needs that must be
accommodated, please advise the Case Manager as soon as you receive this notice. Collect calls
are accepted.
Si vous avez besoin de services en franc;ais, veuillez appeler Ie Tribunal de l'environnement au
416-314-4600. Les appels a frais vires sont acceptes.
TAKE NOTICE that the Preliminary Hearing date is peremptory to all Parties. If you do not
attend at this Hearing and identify yourself to the Tribunal, the Environmental Review Tribunal
may proceed in your absence and you may not receive any further notice in these proceedings.
For more information, please review the appropriate legislation, the Rules of Practice and
Practice Directions of the Environmental Review Tribunal, and "A Guide to Appeals under the
Environmental Protection Act, the Nutrient Management Act, 2002, the Ontario Water
Resources Act, the Pesticides Act, and the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002", all of which are
available on the Tribunal's website at www.ert.gov.on.ca.
DA TED at TORONTO, this 11 th day of September, 2006.
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Gaye McCurdy (
Tribunal Secretary \
Information Contact:
Tracee Wessam, Case Manager Tel: (416) 314-4681
Environmental Review Tribunal Fax: (416) 314-4506
2300 Y onge Street, 17th Floor Tribunal website: www.ert.gov.on.ca
Toronto, Ontario M4P 1 E4 Case Manager's Email: tracee. wessam@eli.gov.on.ca
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ONTARIOFOiiER NIAl'" ~AU c. C! ER~(C' 'fY" .j ill rj (~.::l:4~
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James F. Hanktrtson
GENERATION President & Chief Executive Officer
700 University Avenue Toronto, ON M5G lX6 Tel: 416-592-2121 Fax: 416-592-2174
E-mail: jhankinson@opg.com
September 29, 2006
Mr. Dean lorfida
City Clerk
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen St
PO Box 1023 Stn Main
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Dear Mr. lorfida:
Enclosed you will find Ontario Power Generation's (OPG) semi-annual performance report
"It's All About Performance". The report covers OPG's performance during the first half of
2006, provides updates on our key generation projects and offers some observations for the
remainder of the year.
I am sending you this report because as a provincially-owned commercial company and
the largest electricity generator in the Province, we believe it is important that we keep you
regularly informed about our operations.
OPG is dedicated to being a company that is open, accountable and transparent in its
operations; committed to continuously improving our performance; and focused on
enhancing our efficiency so that we can better deliver more electricity and new generation
initiatives to meet demands from homes, schools, hospitals and institutions, businesses
and industry.
This report documents in a straightforward manner how we are striving to achieve these
objectives.
I hope you find it useful and informative. To find out more about OPG, please go to our
Web site at www.opg.com.
Sincerely,
~~
Jim Hankinson
President and CEO
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2 It's All About Performance
Production Continues to be Strong
Helped by increased output from our nuclear facilities, our production in the first
half of 2006 nted for 71.5 per cent of Ontario's electricity demand.
Nuclear performance strong Improvements continued
Our nuclear generating stations produced Recognizing that every megawatt (MW) Electricity Production
12 per cent more electricity than in the first counts when it comes to.meeting Ontario's 60 53.9 54.3
six months of 2005. Pickering A, Unit 1, electricity needs, OPC continued to 50 I I
which returned to service last fall, con- implement improvements to strengthen . Nuclear
40
tributed significantly to this increase. A performance and increase capacity at several 30 Fossil
warmer winter, combined with a cooler of our generating facilities. These included TWh 12.;3
20 Hydroelectric
June compared to June 2005,* reduced major planned maintenance outages ~
demand which, in turn, contributed to involving nuclear units at Pickering and 10 1n If",13
lower fossil-fuelled production during the Darlington; equipment upgrades to increase 0
2006 2005
first half of 2006. The increased production capacity at our Abitibi Canyon, Caribou 01-02 01-02
During the first half of 2006, OPG produced more electricity from
from our nuclear facilities also reduced the Falls, and Ranney Falls hydroelectric stations; its lower cost nuclear stations than it did in the first half of 2005.
need for higher-priced fossil output, and and equipment improvements to our
this helped moderate the price of electricity Nanticoke coal-fired station. By the end of June 2006, OPG's j
for Ontario consumers. Hydroelectric pro- nuclear plants had produced nearly
24 TWh of electricity against a
duction fell slightly as a result of lower Staying cool when the heat was on year-end target of about 50 TWh.
water levels at some of our plants. On three consecutive days in late July/early With two nuclear units returned
August, electricity demand in Ontario from major planned outages and ~
With 2006 electricity demand to date weaker exceeded 25,800 MW - including reaching the majority of our units operating
than predicted, we have revised downward a record high of 27,005 MW on August 1. at 90 per cent or above capability,
our year-end production forecast from 112.5 During this time, OPC stations produced a we expect to meet this target,
TWh to 109 TWh. ** We expect continuing total of 1.1 TWh. Total Ontario energy assuming our nuclear units perform
well for the rest of the year.
reliable performance from our nuclear units demand over the same period was 1.6 TWh.
during the balance of the year. We are proud of how our stations and * Environment Canada called June 2005 "one of the hottest
employees performed during this period of Junes ever" whereas temperatures in June 2006 were
Station reliability continued to be solid unprecedented electricity demand. "normal to two degrees above normal."
** One terawatt hour (TWh) is one billion kWh. A kilowatt hour
Among our nuclear units, total unit capa- (kWh) is a measure of electricity demand per hour by customers.
bility factor improved by about three per One kilowatt hour is the energy expended by ten 100 watt
lights burning for one hour. The average Ontario household
cent. Our Darlington and Pickering A uses approximately 1,000 kWh per month.
nuclear plants each improved their unit
capability factors, while Pickering B's
declined as a result of longer-than-planned
outages. Our hydroelectric stations were
available to produce electricity well over 90
per cent of the time, which by industry
standards is very positive performance. The
ability of our fossil-fuelled stations to pro-
duce electricity when needed improved by
20 per cent. Improved equipment reliability
at the Nanticoke coal-fired station was a
strong contributor to our fossil group's
improved reliability. Equipment improvements at OPG's Abitibi Canyon hydroelectric facility in Northeast Ontario added 10 MW to the station's capacity this year.
It's All About Performance 3
Financial Performance
Continues to Improve
OPG production moderates electricity prices for consumers.
Strong financial results enhance Our improved net income in the first half of In August 2006, Dominion Bond Rating
our ability to: 2006 reflects an increase in gross margin Service issued a rating report affirming
· Invest in our operations to improve from electricity sales due primarily to higher OPG's debt rating and short-term
performance of our existing plants and to nuclear generation compared to the same commercial paper long-term rating of
contribute new electricity supply to Ontario; period in 2005, together with the introduc- 'A (low)' and 'R-l (low)' respectively,
· Provide appropriate returns to our tion of regulated prices and other related with a stable outlook.
shareholder, the Province of Ontario; regulatory changes that carne into effect on Average Ontario Electricity Price:
· Help strengthen Ontario's economy in the April 1, 2005. January through June 2006
form of taxes, customer rebates, dividends, 8
and purchases of goods and services from OPG's rating is upgraded 7
provincial businesses. In May, OPG's improving financial per- 6
formance and prospects were recognized by 5.0
tj;/kWh 5
financial performance improved in the Standard & Poor's (S&P). The credit rating 4
first and second quarters agency upgraded OPG's short-term 3
In the first quarter, OPG earned net income Canadian scale Commercial Paper debt 2
of $199 million compared to a net loss of rating to 'A-I (low)' from 'A-2.' S&P cited
$38 million for the same period in 2005. In the following factors as their rationale: a 1
the second quarter, our net income was significant improvement in our ability to 0
Weighted Average Average Price
$143 million compared to $63 million in manage cash flow pressures; a formal process Hourly Ontario Spot OPG Received
Q2 2005. Our total net income for the first for project review and obtaining financing Electricity Market Price for its Generation
half of 2006 was $342 million compared to from the Ontario Electricity Financial With almost 95 per cent of its output subject to either rate
regulation or a revenue limit, OPG continued to exercise a
$25 million for the same period in 2005. Corporation; and a reduction in intra-month moderating effect on Ontario electricity prices.
cash volatility through better working capital " OPG's financial profile showed
management. S&P also affirmed OPG's significant improvement in 2005"
OPG Net Income 'BBB+' long-term credit rating. Standard & Poor's Press Release, May 25, 2006
400
350 $342
300
250
200
150
$ Million
100
50
0
-50
-100_ 2006 2005
(01-02) (01-02)
OPG's net income for the first half of 2006 improved over that of
2005. However, net income in the first half of 2005 was reduced
by such factors as impairment charges totalling $265 million and The control room at the Pickering A generating station. The strong performance of OPG's nuclear units contributed significantly to OPG's
the elimination of a net future income tax asset of $74 million. financial results during the first half of 2006.
4 It's All About Performance
Nuclear: A Major Future Supply Option
On June 13, the Ontario Government These directives recognize OPG's expertise be reviewed by OPG's management and
directed OPG to: in preparing for regulatory processes such as Board of Directors, who have set standards
· Undertake feasibility studies for refurbishing environmental assessments and in our and conditions that must be met before
units at our Pickering B and Darlington ability to manage and effectively run our any decision to invest in refurbishing
facilities and; nuclear assets. To progress on these direc- Pickering B is made.
· Begin the necessary work for an environ- tives, we have taken the following steps:
mental assessment for the construction of
new units at an existing nuclear facility. Assessing the business case for New nuclear
nuclear refurbishment As directed by Ontario's Minister of Energy,
In February, we established a team of OPG has also initiated an environmental
Nuclear Unit Capability Factor employees dedicated to exploring the busi- assessment process required for the building of
Six Months Ended June 30 ness case for the potential refurbishment of new nuclear units at an existing nuclear site.
100.00 our nuclear plants. Following the govern- The work needed to meet this directive is
87.4 87.1 87.8
ment's June directive, OPG submitted on under way. While it has yet to be determined
80.0 June 15 a letter of intent and project if this site will be an OPG
description to the Canadian Nuclear "The strong safety site, we believe our
60.0 record and exceptional
% Safety Commission (CNSC) asking corporate citizenship Darlington facility is the
40.0 the CNSC if a federal environmental demonstrated by best place for new build
assessment (EA) would be needed as OPG has given our units to be constructed.
20.0 part of the business case for potential community a very
refurbishment of Pickering B. The positive attitude toward Challenges
0.0 CNSC confirmed that an EA is nuclear technology In the first half of 2006,
Darlington Pickering A Pickering B required, and OPG is now proceed- leading to high support OPG experienced extend-
for OPG operations in
Unit capability is a key indicator for measuring nuclear I ing with the EA as part of its busi- the host communities." ed planned outages on
performance. Of OPG's 10 nuclear reactors, six operated ness case study on the feasibility of two of our nuclear units.
during this period with capability factors above 90 per cent. Durham Region Chair, Roger
The total unit capability of OPG's nuclear operations in the refurbishing and extending the life of Anderson Valuable production time
first half of 2006 was 83.6 per cent against a year end target
of 87.3. Longer than planned outages, however, may Pickering B. The business case study will was lost as a result. While our forced outage
unfavourably impact our ability to meet this target. systematically and comprehensively review performance in nuclear has been good, we are
the safety, environmental, financial and logis- taking measures to improve our performance
tical costs and other aspects of refurbishment in planned outages. Improvements are
and extended operation. The study will take necessary to sustain trust and confidence in
place over the next year-and-a-half. It will our nuclear operations.
The Darlington nuclear station is an excellent location for nuclear The Pickering B nuclear station (right half of photo), currently under consideration for refurbishment. OPG is encouraging public input into
new build in Ontario given the size of the site, the expertise of the environmental assessment for the Pickering B refurbishment process. Over the next year, open houses and workshops will be periodi-
its workforce, and the strong community support it enjoys. cally held by OPG. Refurbishment information is also available on OPG's web site, www.opg.com.
It's All About Performance 5
New Supply Initiatives
are Gaining Momentum
OPG is expanding its generating capacity rough a
number of power projects that will add 0 rio's
energy supply. The Portlands Energy Centre site in Downtown Toronto is
currently being cleared in preparation for construction.
Niagara Tunnel: Moving to the Lac Seul: Construction is progressing will be concluded in September, 2006. In
next stage OPG is also building a new, small 12.5 MW August, OPG signed a Final Settlement
Scheduled for completion in 2009, the hydroelectric station at Lac Seul in Agreement on past grievances with the
Tunnel will carry additional water under the Northwest Ontario. A design-and-build, Long Lake #58 First Nation. These agree-
City of Niagara Falls for 10.4 kilometres to turnkey contract was awarded to SNC ments help open the door to future hydro-
OPG's Beck hydroelectric stations, enabling Lavalin in the first quarter of 2006 and electric development.
them to produce 14 per cent more electricity. work has progressed on the construction of
During the first half of 2006, the Tunnel a water conveyance tunnel and an intake Helping Toronto meet its energy needs
Boring Machine (TBM) was delivered and cofferdam. We expect this facility to be OPG, along with its partner TransCanada
assembled on site. Over the next two years, in-service at the end of 2007. Energy Ltd., is also moving forward with
it will bore bore through an average of the Portlands Energy Centre (PEC), a 550
about 15 metres of rock per day. The TBM Building strong relations with MW combined cycle natural gas plant
was officially dedicated in August by Ontario first Nations located in the portlands area of downtown
Premier Dalton McGuinty. o PG is also exploring other potential Toronto. This high-efficiency, cogeneration
hydroelectric opportunities in northern capable facility will help meet the energy
Lower Mattagami: 450 MW of Ontario to determine if they are economi- shortfall that Toronto is predicted to face by
hydroelectric power cally feasible. Building strong relationships 2008. PEC recently negotiated an Accelerated
This proposed project involves the redevel- with First Nation communities is critical to Clean Energy Supply contract with the
opment of four OPG hydroelectric stations future hydroelectric development. These Ontario Power Authority. PEC is being
on the lower Mattagami River system in relationships will be based on commercial commissioned in two phases, will produce
Northeast Ontario. In June 2006, we moved principles, mutual respect, and mutual its first power by the summer of 2008, and
to the "Definition Phase" which includes: benefit. In the first half of the year we be fully operational by 2009.
· discussions with First Nations regarding signed agreements with several First Nations
their participation in the project; to work together on hydro development.
· detailed engineering and requests for These include agreements with the
proposals for project design and construction; Mattagarni First Nation and the Taykwa
· negotiation of a power purchase agreement; Tagamou Nation. On June 23, 2006, OPG
· environmental Assessment related work. signed an Agreement in Principle resolving
A business case for this project is being past grievances with the Lac Seul First
developed for submission to the OPG Board. Nation. The Final Settlement Agreement
In May, OPG and the Taykwa Tagamou First Nation "Big Becky;'
I signed a Memorandum of Understanding that the machine that will
could lead to a commercial relationship between bore the Niagara
- the parties to pursue the development of clean, Tunnel, is the largest
renewable hydro power on the Abitibi River in hard rock tunnel
northern Ontario. Agreements like these have the boring machine in
potential to deliver long-term benefits to First the world.
Nation communities and can help OPG build a
solid foundation for hydroelectric development.
6 It's AU About Performance
Our Safety Focus . Stronger than Ever
IS
Left: Employees of OPG's
Northwest Plant Group
achieved six years without
a lost time accident in May.
Accomplishments like this
exemplify OPG's strong
commitment to workplace
safety.
Right: OPG President and
CEO Jim Hankinson,
student Zachary Sleep,
and Power Workers' Union
President Don McKinnon
were among the participants
in an event promoting
young worker safety at the
Toronto District School
Board. The event was part
of a simulcast involving a
number of high schools in
the Greater Toronto Area.
OPG continues to follow high standards of public and
workplace safety at all its facilities.
Our ongoing goal is to build a strong safety Workplace safety challenges Broadening our safety commitment
culture. Its defining features include striving While OPG has set increasingly aggressive to the community
for zero injuries and creating a work envi- safety targets for 2006, a few of our opera-
ronment where employees take personal tions in Nuclear and Fossil have experienced OPG is also committed to communicating
responsibility to consistently build safety challenges in meeting their objectives in the its safety message to young workers in the
into every task they perform. This commit- first half of 2006. In response, focused communities where we operate. On April
ment extends to the community at large, recovery plans have been developed to 28, a team from OPG participated in a
where we participate in programs to raise address the issues that are negatively affect- Young Worker Safety simulcast involving
public awareness of safety issues. ing their performance - including 24 Greater Toronto Area high schools.
Major safety successes increased employee vigilance on workplace
In the first six months of 2006, a number safety and developing strategies to prevent
of OPG sites reached significant safety musculoskeletal disorders and hand injuries.
milestones by working extensive periods
without a lost time accident. Some of
these included:
· Darlington Field Engineering In its latest "Report Card on Nuclear Plant Performance" posted on its web site
Department (10 years) in July, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission graded the nuclear safety
· Otto Holden hydroelectric station (7 years) performance of each of OPG's three nuclear stations in 42 categories, for a total
· Stewartville hydroelectric station (10 years) of 126 separate grades. OPG's nuclear stations received six A's; 114 B's; and six C's,
indicating we are exceeding or meeting requirements in a large majority of areas
but need to improve in some areas. OPG is committed to sustaining and enhanc-
ing its performance in those areas where it is strong and to improving its perform-
ance in those areas where we need to do better.
It's All About Performance 7
Meeting Environmental Commitments
OPG strives to reduce, a report open , its e nvi mental impact.
Sustainable Development Report Operating our coal-fired plants in an Lakeview demolition
In June, OPG issued its seventh annual environmentally responsible way OPG also moved ahead with the decommis-
Sustainable Development (SD) Report. During the second quarter, the Ontario sioning of our Lakeview coal-fired station in
The report documents OPG's 2005 envi- Government referred to the Ontario Power Mississauga. Lakeview was permanently shut
ronmental performance in the areas of Authority the matter of how best to replace down in April 2005. This past June, we
regulatory compliance, air emissions, land coal-fired generation in Ontario in the began dismantling the station by demolishing
and water management, and biodiversity. earliest practical time frame. This means its most distinctive feature - its four smoke-
OPG's economic and social contribution to that OPG's coal-fired plants will continue stacks, known as the "Four Sisters." We are
the communities where it operates is also to operate past their previously mandated now clearing the site of remaining equipment
covered in the report. Through publications closing date. For as long as they operate, and buildings and preparing it for potential
like the SD Report, OPG strives to be an OPG will meet all environmental regula- future energy development.
open, transparent and accountable company tions that pertain to these plants. We will
to its many stakeholders. also make additional, prudent investments Enhancing our nuclear waste
in environmental equipment and systems management capability
~ Reducing emissions to further improve their environmental OPG is looking forward to a Federal
~
For the first six months of 2006, OPG's total performance. Government decision on the Nuclear Waste
~ acid gas emissions (gross) were 54,900 tonnes Management Organization's proposal for an
I compared to 78,600 tonnes during the same Adaptive Phased Management approach for
~ period in 2005.* About half of this reduction the long-term management of used nuclear
is due to reduced generation and half is due fuel in Canada. Currently, we are expanding
to improved acid gas emission rates. OPG's our interim dry used fuel storage capability
total acid gas (gross) limit for 2006 is at the Bruce, Darlington and Pickering sites
236,000 tonnes. We are on track to perform to support the ongoing operation of our
better than this regulatory requirement. plants. In addition, our partnership with the
Municipality of Kincardine to develop and
* 2005 NOx results, previously reported as NO, have been license a deep geologic repository on the
restated as N02 for comparison with 2006 data which are
reported as N02. Total acid gas emissions (NOx + S02) for Bruce site for the long-term management of
2005 reflect this change.
I low and intermediate level waste is entering
the environmental assessment stage.
"Creating an accurate and under-
~ I standable report takes significant
effort, and OPG is to be commended
OPG's Sustainable Development 2005 Report is available on for a clear and concise Sustainable
, OPG's web site, wwwopg.com. Development 2005 Report."
John Roberts, Director, Environment and Energy,
Conference Board of Canada
The emission reduction equipment at OPG's Lambton fossil-
fuelled generating station reduces sulphur dioxide and nitrogen On June 12, the four stacks of OPG's Lakeview coal-fired generating station were demolished before a large crowd of onlookers and
oxide emissions. Testing recently confirmed that this equipment dignitaries. The decommissioned station is currently being dismantled, and OPG and its partners are exploring the potential development
also significantly reduces mercury emissions. of a gas-fuelled electricity generating station at the site.
Strivi ng to Earn the
Trust of Communities
The communities that host our facilities give us
our licence to operate. OPG is committed to building
trust in these communities every day through
employee volunteerism, charitable donations,
sponsorships, outreach, and other initiatives.
Kakabeka Falls 100th anniversary; Pickering 2005 Local Business
Award; Pickering Walk employee volunteers.
Community commitment hosted picnics, barbecues and open houses Community recognition
During the first six months of 2006, OPG for members of their communities. In May, the City of Pickering awarded
supported 434 local community, educational OPG its 2005 Local Business Award. In
and environmental initiatives. Employees at o PG also builds trust by being open, trans- presenting the award, Pickering Mayor
our sites continued to give generously of parent and communicative with its neigh- Dave Ryan praised OPG for being "much
their time and expertise, acting as mentors, bours. In May, more than 200 OPG more than simply our most well-known
coaches, hospital volunteers, fundraisers and employee volunteers visited approximately corporate citizen. It's also one of our most
in many other roles. 7,500 homes in the Pickering area providing generous corporate citizens. "
residents with information about OPG and
Community outreach answering questions about our operations. OPG will continue to focus on earning
Our community outreach activities community trust through our performance
included at least two open houses cele- In addition, over the course of this summer, both as an electricity generating company
brating milestone anniversaries at our OPG sponsored two summer camps organ- and as an open, transparent and committed
Pickering nuclear and Kakabeka Falls ized under the auspices of the Lieutenant community participant.
hydroelectric stations. These stations have Governor of Ontario. The OPG-sponsored
been part of their communities for 40 camps were at Wabaseemoong Independent "We are proud of the open and
years and 1 00 years respectively. In hon- Nation and the Moose Cree First Nation. transparent relationship that we
our of the 100th anniversary of public These Aboriginal Summer Literacy Camps have with OPG."
electricity in Ontario, many OPG stations were well received by these communities. Clarington Mayor John Mutton
Where to go for more information OPG's Management, Discussion and Ontario Ministry of the Environment at:
about OPG Analysis of our 2006 performance at: www.ene.gov.on.ca
Recent OPG press releases, speeches and www.sedar.com Ontario Ministry of Energy at:
details of our 2006 performance at: Other sites of interest www.energy.gov.on.ca
www.opg.com The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission The Ontario Power Authority at:
OPG's 2005 Annual Report and at: www.cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca www.powerauthority.on.ca
Sustainable Development 2005 Report Independent Electricity System Operator
are also available at:
at: www.ieso.ca
www.opg.com ONTARIOFiiifiiER
OPG employment opportunities at: Ontario Energy Board at:
www.mypowercareer.com www.oeb.gov.on.ca GENERATION
,
Niagara.lI Region Office of the Regional Clerk
2201 St. David's Road, P.O. Box 1042, Thorold ON L2V 4T7
Tel: 905-685-1571 Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215
Fax: 905-687-4977
pam. gi I roy@regional.niagara.on.ca
www.regional.niagara.on.ca
September 8, 2006
City of Niagara Falls
4310 Queen Street
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X5
Att: Mr. Dean lorfida. Municipal Clerk
The Council of the Regional Municipality of Niagara, at its meeting of September 7, 2006 approved
the following recommendation of its Corporate Services Committee:
"That Report CSD 105-2006, August 30, 2006, respecting 2006 Claw Back Percentages and
Municipal Tax Adjustments, be received; and
That the percentage claw back for the affected property classes, under section 330 (1) of the
Municipal Act, be established as follows:
. Multi-Residential 60.06730/0
. Commercial 68.9676%)
. I nd ustrial 11.2526%
and;
That the Region act as a banker, under section 330 (6) of the Municipal Act, on October 13,
2006 for the 2006 Municipal Tax Adjustments; and
That the Regional Clerk be instructed to prepare the necessary by-laws to implement the
recommendations contained in the report.
Carried. "
A copy of Report CSD 105-2006 is enclosed for your information.
Yours truly,
.
~y~
Regional Clerk
Cc: J. Bergsma
Building Community, Building Lives.
CSD 105-2006
August 30, 2006
Niagara.1I Regio.n
REPORT TO: Chair and Members of the
Corporate Services Committee
SUBJECT: 2006 Claw Back Percentages and Municipal Tax Adjustments
RECOMMENDATION
1. !h~t the percentage claw back for the affected property classes, under section 330
(1) of the Municipal Act, be established as follows:
/--- Multi-Residential 60.06730/0
,,-
f
~. Commercial 68.96760/0
Industrial 11.2526 %
2. That the Region act as a banker, under section 330 (6) of the Municipal Act, on
October 13, 2006 for the 2006 Municipal Tax Adjustments.
3. That the Regional Clerk be' instructed to prepare the necessary by-laws. to
implement th~ recommendations contained in the report.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Capping is a provincially mandated program that applies to the multi-residential,
cC?m~ercial and industrial classes, arid limits property tax in~reases to a prescribed
maximum percentage each year. The Province provided additional capping tools
beginning in the 2005 taxation year, in response to Municipal appeals for a tool to move
properties to CV A taxation more quickly. Regional Council adopted the maximum limits
allowable on these capping tools as part of 2006 tax policy. The use of maximum limits
brings the property closer to CV A value for taxation purposes. The amount of claw back
experienced by properties in the Region has been mitigated by the adoption of the
additional capping options.
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
There are no financial implications to the Region as a short fall did not occur in any of the
protected property classes.
PURPOSE
This report is intended to provide information regarding the 2006 claw back percentage for
each mandated capped property class and the 2006 Municipal Tax Adjustments pursuant
to Ontario regulations affecting the Provincial government's mandated capping program.
REPORT
Background
A mandated capping program has been in place since 1998. It was initially introduced as
a three year program (10-5-5) to mitigate reform-related property tax increases for the
multi-residential, commercial and industrial classes of property. On the completion of this
program, Bill 140 was introduced to continue the transition towards current value
assessment beyond the year 2000. 'Property tax increases were limited to 5% per year.
The 50/0 limit was calculated each year based on the previous year's annual taxes. The
Budget Measures Act, 2004 introduced new capping options for the 2005 taxation year. /
Each of these options, has been adopted by Regional Council, they provide local flexibility i
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to determine tax capping protection, accelerated progress to eVA, reduced claw back
percentages and the phasing out of protection for eligible new construction properties.
OPT A - Capping Calculations
The Ontario Property Tax Analysis Tool (QPTA) provided by the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing, has been utilized by Niagara Region to calculate the appropriate claw
back percentages. The Area Municipalities also use OPT A to prepare property tax billings
for the capped classes. In consultation with the Area Treasurers a data cut-off date of
April 28, 200~ was selected. Adjustments such as ARB decisions, supplementary and
omitted assessments from MPAC are processed up to and including this date by OPT A.
Including these adjustments on the OPTA system before billing allows for fewer post-billing
adjustments required by the area municipalities.
Finalization of the data on OPT A was completed by staff of the Area Municipalities, the
Region, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and MPAC, allowing OPTA to successfully freeze
the tax and assessment data as of June 26, 2006.
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Funding the Cap in Niagara Region
The revenue neutral method of funding the capping program claws back tax decreases
from properties in order to fund capped property tax increases within the same class. This
method of funding the mandatory capping program has been used each year in Niagara
Region. It ensures that all businesses, in the same class, across the Region are treated
equally by applying a uniform claw back 'percentage.
In order to ensure that a surplus or shortfall does not occur in any of the Region's Area
Municipalities as a result of property tax adjustments, section 330(6) of the Municipal Act,
permits the Region of Niagara to act as a banker. In this capacity the Region invoices
those Area Municipalities in a surplus position and produces cheques for those Area
Municipalities in a shortfall position, achieving a neutral dollar impact for each municipality.
Uniform Claw back Percentaqes
The revenue neutral approach of funding the capping program requires tax decreases for
properties within the three capped classes be limited. In this respect, sufficient claw back
percentages have been calculated using OPTA's June 26, 2006 frozen data. It is the
Region's responsibility to establish these claw back percentages in a by-law.
The 2006 claw back percentages for Niagara Region are as follows:
Multi-Residential 60.06730/0
Commercial 68.9676%
Industrial 11.2526 %
Municipal Tax Adiustments
The municipa.l ~ax adjustments have been calculated. by the OPT A system. A list of the
dollar impacts by Area Municipality and capped property class is provided in Appendix A.
It is recommended that the Region's banking date be set to coincide with the Region's final
levy date of October 13, 2006. On this date invoices and ,cheques for the banking
requirements will be due. The total amounts by municipality and date are provided in
Appendix B.
There will be no impact to interest earnings as the Region will invoice those Area
Municipalities that are in a surplus position and date cheques for those in a deficit position
for the same day.
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Impact - Adopting Additional Capping Options
Additional capping options were introduced in the Budget Measures Act (2005), to provide
municipalities with added flexibility and with the poten.tial of accelerating the progression of
properties to full CV A. Consultation with Area' Treasurers resulted in recommendations
that each of. the available options be adopted at their maximum level. The impacts of
adopting the additional capping options are summarized in Tables A and 8.
Table A
Number
of Capped
Properties
Capped properties - before options 2,332
Options
1. Annual cap increased from 5% to 10% of
the previous year's annualized taxes. (662)
2. Annual'capincreased from' 0% to 5% of
previous year's annualized CV A-level taxes (99)
3. Capped properties moved directly to CVA if
within $250 ( 594 )
Total reduction in capp~d properties (1,355)
Capped properties - after options 977
The total number of capped properties was reduced by 1,355. These options also result in
reduced claw back percentages by decreasing. the amount of taxes capped.
Table 8
Number of
. Clawed Back
Pro pe rti es
Clawed Back properties - before option 4,989
4. Clawed Back properties moved directly to
CVA if within $250 {1,815}
Clawed Back properties - after option 3,174
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/ ,,- I n total, 1,815 properties were within $250 of their CV A taxes. These properties are no
i. longer clawed back as they have been moved directly to CV A.
5. The minimum threshold for properties which become eligible for New
Construction/New to Class treatment in 2006 was increased from 70% to 80%. On
a go forward basis this option will assist in reducing the level of protection and claw
back percentage. An impact can not be estimated for this option.
Due to the lower number of capped properties, the amount capped has decreased in total
$2.6 million. A breakdown by property class may be found in Chart A.
Chart A
Tax adjustments for
Capped Properties
Multi-reside'ritial ($336,879)
Commercial ($2,182,248)
Industrial ($126,858)
Total ($2,645,985)
The above reduction in tax adjustments results in decreased claw back percentages
/" (Chart 8) required to fund the. capped properties.
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Additional Capping Options Adopted
Property Class No Yes Decrease
Multi-residential 100.0001<, 60.070/0 -39.93%
Commercial 85.82% 68.97% -16.86%
Industrial 12.98%' 11.25% -1.72%
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Submitted by:
John Bergsma
Commissioner of Corporate Services
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Appendix B
2006 Municipal Tax
Adjustments
T eta I
Municipality Net
Adjustment
Niagara Falls ($2,838,609)
NOTL ($950,283 )
Fort Erie ($181,764)
Grimsby ($60,929)
Lincoln ($48,204 )
Wainfleet ($13,015)
West Lincoln $51 ,352
Pelham $176,743
Thorold $271 ,363
Port Colborne $275,008
Weiland $1,293,243
St Catharines $2,025,094
Niagara Region $0
Total $0
Positive lower tier amounts under Net
. Adjustment column represent payments due
from lower tier municipality to upper tier.
Negitive lower tier amounts under Net
Adjustment column represent payments due
from upper tier to lower tier municipality.
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Tax Ratios 1.758600 Tax Ratios' '1.758600
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Region General 0.01187600 35.0D% Region General 0.01187600 34.45%
Waste Mgmt 0.00102717 Education 0.01592891 46.20%
Education 0.01592891 43.21 % General 0.00667073 19.35%
General 0.00667073 21.79% 0.03447564 100.00%
UrbServArea 0.00136187 [~~~~""",-' u ~
0.03686468 100.00% Region General 0.01187600 35.92%
I{@nltlll'S,'l1l"v~~~t~~~~ Education 0.Q1592891 48.18%
Region General ' 0,01187600' 35.19% General 0.00525901 15.91%
Waste Mgmt 0..00098645 0.033D6392 100.00%
Education' 0.01592891 43.58% 1~m:~J~6\f~it1- -~, "-...."..
General' 0.00525901 21.23% Region General 0.01187600 34.11%
Sewer Maintenance 0.00250096 Education 0.01592891 45.75%
0.03655133 100.00% General 0.00701367 20.14%
Ili;lmitl~Ig;,y~"'r.~:'~ ~~ 3ill~ ~ 0.03481858 100.00%
Region General 0.01187600 35.96% 1!/1l;~!!a:a\iHJ"tl!m.~Il1Ia;It~_6'.fl(f~u~i!.L . =..
Waste Mgmt 0.00100756 Region General 0.01187600 37.87%
Education 0.01592891 44:46% Education 0.01592891 50.79%
General 0.00701367 19.58% General 0.00355451 11.33%
0.03135942 100.00%
0.03582614 100.00% Ir$lt~<;ttrnat'fJil~~;\t6~~~""""""'" -- .......
llNl~~~~ Region General 0.01187600 32.61%
Regi'on General 0.01187600 37.09% Education 0.01592891 43.73%
Education 0.01592891 49.75% General 0.0086'1800 23.66%
General 0.00355451 13.16% 0.03642291 100.00%
Streetlighting 0.00018624 ~~!iti.lI~ll'J:J:mlli;ii.l~~~__
NUSA Sewer 0.00009650 Region General 0.01187600 33.25%
St Davids Storm Sewer 0.00037492 Education 0.01592891 44.60%
0:03201708 100.00% General 0.00791027 22.15%
f[$.'f!l/fatJij.aurll'<<_~'l'L""-,_'mt" n,,,,, m:n.- 0.03571518 100.00%
Region General . 0.01187600 33-.79% 1~Q;l.iHq(il\lJ>lrJ'iL~Sl"'~1ll~" ""~
Waste Mgmt 0.00141456 Region General 0.01187600 29.53%
Education 0.01592891 40.50% Education 0.01592891 39.60%
General 0.00861800 25.70% General 0.01241507 30.87%
City USA 0.00128752 0.04021998 100.00%
Reg. U.S.A 0.00020368 -_lin:t!tf!e:m~~... ...........Rfl .....a
0,03932867 100.00% Region General 0.01187600 31.34%
~.nti~1i~~ -~- Education 0.01592891 42.04%
Region General 0,Q1.187600 35.72% General 0.01008458 26.62%
Waste Mgmt 0.00136989 0.03788949 100.00%
Education 0.01592891 42.95% I~U~Jit.~(R>_,~ ,I
General 0.00791027 21.33% Region General 0.01181600 29.35%
Education 0.01592891 39.37%
0.03708507 100.00% General 0.01265881 31.28%
~1.w~~~Wi!:llf!Il:~l~""'IIIF'L"- . iIII 0.04046372 100.00%
Region General 0:01187600 32.87% Illil~W.riamnm!Iiii2W~~ ,,;;.-
Waste Mgmt 0.002e0530 Region General 0.01187600 32.50%
Education 0.01592891 37.72% Education 0.01592891 43.59%
General 0.01241507 29;40% General 0.00873952 23.91 %
I[TililW~~~jJ~'l:! 0.03654443 100.00%
0.04222528 100.00% - -iI~
.{M_l~."'4l~~ c ; ~.&t1ljj~' L ",- Region General 0.01187600 33.21 %
Region General 0.01187600 33.53% Education 0.01592891 44.55%
Waste Mgmt 0.00124376 Ge'neral 0.00795235 22.24%
Education 0.01592891 40.70% 0.03575726 100.00%
General 0.01008458 25.77% nmlf1j~~A~iW8l - fILM
Region 'General 0.01187600 33.03%
0.03913325 100.00% Education 0.01592891 44.31%
1;\M:E;1:Ja1lt&~1~;'_. ~Lil.:..1IIB1_ _.~~ General 0.00814734 22.66%
Region. General 0.01187600 32.59% 0.03595225 100.00%
Waste Mgmt 0.00194407
Education 0.01592891 37.56%
Generai 0.01265881. 29.85%
0.04240779 100.00%
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Region General' 0.01187600 31.46%
Education 0.01592891 42.20%
General 0.00873952 26.35%
UrbServArea 0.00120611
0.03775054 100.00%
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Regioh Geryeral 0.01187600 33.84%
Waste Mgmt 0.00120424
Education 0.01592891 41.21%
General 0.00795235 2~.95%
UrbSetvArea 0.00169323
0.03865473 100.00%
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Region. General 0.01187600 34.87%
Waste Mgmt . 0.00101415
Education 0.01592891 43.09%
General 0.0081.4734 22.04%
0.03696640 100.00%
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Bill 81 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA
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From the September 28, 2006 Meeting of Regional Council
Volume 14, Issue 13
UNITED problems, issues, opportunities and
WAY CORPORATE alternatives. The project's purpose is to
CAMPAIGN LAUNCH expand the capacity of the
transportation system within the
Regional Council was advised of the corridor. The Ministry has initiated the
launch of the Niagara Region United Individual Environmental Assessment
Way Corporate Campaign which was (EA) process to identify the long-term
kicked off with the Fall Feast Lunch on provincial transportation needs and
September 26, 2006. The Niagara improvements in the Niagara to GT A
Region United Way Corporate Corridor. Phase 1 of the study -
Campaign exceeded its goal last year Transportation System Planning:
and is hoping to do the same this year. determines the area transportation
system needs (problems and
NIAGARA TO GTA CORRIDOR ' opportunities); evaluates and selects
transportation system modal
alternatives th at include a
Regional Council received an update Transportation Development Strategy.
from the Ministry of Transportation as The Ministry discussed the
to the status of the Niagara to GT A consultation framework as well as the
Corridor. The Ministry of consultation tools that will assist in
Transportation is conducting a study to ensuring the process is flexible and
support the transportation objectives responsive.
set out in the Growth Plan which
identifies the Niagara to GT A Corridor T REKZONE Challenge
as an important transportation /
economic link between the GT A and
other urban growth centres within the Regional Councillors were encouraged
Greater Golden Horseshoe and to take part in the TREKZONE
addresses the municipal development Challenge, on September 28th at
and planning pressures. The current 10:15 a.m. at the Glenridge Quarry
approach addresses all transportation Naturalization Site. The challenge is a
issues in the corridor; examines all very exciting initiative within our
modal options for expanding the "Community Strategy for a Healthy,
transportation capacity within the Active Niagara". The launch provides
corridor; commits to determining need Niagara Region with its first opportunity
for specific improvements and the role to demonstrate leadership and
those improvements would play in commitment to the implementation of
adding capacity to the corridor and the various initiatives within the
emphasizes on the public and TREKZONE strategy report. The
stakeholders being engaged early and launch activities included the official
often in a full discussion of the
For further information contact the
Regional Clerk's office at
(905) 685-1571 or 1-800-263-7215
www.regional.niagara.on.ca
--~-
unveiling of Niagara's first TREKZONE trail W AINFLEET
signs and a short TREK around the EA TERMS OF
Naturalization site (1.9 km loop, approximately REFERENCE APPROVEDI
25 minutes). Regional Council was advised that the Minister
REGIONAL of the Environment has approved the Wainfleet
CHAIR LEADS A Environmental Assessment Terms of
DELEGATION TO OTTAWA Reference.
Regional Chair Partington will lead a small Councillor Harry on behalf of the residents of
delegation to Ottawa October 2nd and 3rd to the Township of Wainfleet thanked in particular
meet with Federal Cabinet Ministers and Mr. Chado Brcic, Director, Water and
members of the shadow cabinet to discuss a Wastewater and his staff for their assistance
variety of issues of concern to our Region during this phase of the project.
including the Western Hemisphere Travel SMART
Initiative and border issues, sustainable GARDENING PROGRAM
Federal funding for infrastructure, potential LAUNCHED
partnerships related to our obesity prevention
strategy, and smart growth. Niagara Region launched the Smart Gardening
ECONOMIC IMPACT ANAL YSIS OF THE Program in April 2006, which is designed to
motivate Niagara residents, businesses and
recreational property owners to implement
NIAGARA TO GTA CORRIDOR environmentally friendly lawn and garden
Regional Chair Partington informed Regional practices.
Council of Niagara Economic Development TRANS
Corporation RFP process which was carried FAT TASK FORCE'S
out to identify an experienced consulting firm to RECOMMENDATIONS SUPPORTED
carry out the Economic Impact Analysis of the
Niagara to GT A Corridor and as a result of that Regional Council supported the
process the RFP Selection Panel unanimously recommendations of the Trans Fat Task Force
chose the firm of Wilbur Smith. regarding acceptable levels of trans fat in the
NIAGARA'S. TRANSPORTATION food supply and the phasing-in period be
enacted into law, along with allocation of
resources adequate to follow through, including
EQUIPMENT AND AUTOMOTIVE RELATED resources for supporting food ind ustry
INDUSTRIES STRATEGY 2006.2007 innovation and public education, as well as for
Regional Council received an update on monitoring of the food supply for trans fat
Niagara'~ Automotive Strategy for 2005-2006 levels.
which focused on assisting existing automotive SWING BACK INTO THE '60'S - WITH
suppliers to explore new market and product
opportunities and on promoting Niagara as a L YNDESFARNEI -- OCTOBER 13
location for investment for Tier 2 and Tier 3
auto parts manufacturers from Asia and North Lyndesfarne Theatre Productions presents a
America and the details of Niagara's gala evening to benefit the work of Women's
Transportation Equipment and Automotive Place. Featuring Live Celebrity Auction,
Related Industries Strategy 2006-2007, which Gourmet Hors D'Oeuvres, Live Music, Dancing,
will focus on business retention and expansion Gift Bags, Libations, Prize for Best Dressed
and investment marketing. Guy & Gal. Friday, October 13 from 8:00 PM at
Market Square, King Street, St. Catharines.
. BOARD REPORT
REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF NIAGARA POLICE SERVICES BOARD
Board Chair
Contents of this report relate to the activities RE.PORTS FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE. .
of the Niagara Police Services Board as an Chief Wendy Southall reported on the following tOpiCS: Larry A. Iggulden, C.A.
outcome of the public meeting held
September 28, 2006. This information is made Operation 'Lifesaver' Initiatives - Operation 'Lifesaver'
available to members of the police service and issued over 5 400 Provincial Offences Notices. Chief
interested members of the public. Southall expr~ssed gratitude to the NRPS Divisional Board Vice-Chair
Commanders and front line officers for their diligence
during the initiative. Doug Martin
Also in support of Operation Lifesaver, on August 25th
and 26th the NRPS and Canada Border Services Board Members
personnel conducted a joint operation through traffic
stops and border-point examinations in order to reduce
impaired drivers and criminals from entering into Vance Badawey
Canada. Bob Bentley
William Smeaton
2006 Police Memorial - On September 22nd, Canadian Larry Tufford
Police gathered at the Ottawa Police Memorial to Malcolm Woodhouse
honour fallen officers, commemorating the great
sacrifice made over the years. Chief Southall, Deputy +++
REPORTS FROM THE CHAIR Chief Beaulieu and Superintendent Dagenais attended
Chair Larry Iggulden reported on the following with 50 NRPS officers and the NRPS Pipes and Drums
topics: to show respect to those who have lost their lives. Board Staff
Leave of Absence - Board Member Vance Statistics - Homicides - To date, the 2006 total
Badawev - Board Member Vance Badawey has remains at 4, with previous year's to-date comparison Deb. Mon.on
taken an unpaid leave of absence from the Police for 2005 at 10; and year-end totals for 2005 at 14, 2004 ExecutIve DIrector
Services Board as he has registered in the at 7 and 2003 at 6.
upcoming municipal election. Mr. Badawey is a . . Sandi Taylor
provincial appointee on the Board and is required to JOint Exercise - ~RPS/St. Lawrence t~eawav Executive Assistant
refrain from his duties as a Police Services Board Manaaement Corooratlon - On September 20 ,the St.
member while running for municipal office The Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation and the D M
. N' R' I P I' S' f II awn oses
Board wishes him well during his election campaign lagara eglona 0 Ice ervlce success u y
. completed a large-scale emergency response training Board Clerk
2006 NRPS Community Policina Symposium exercis~. The ev~nt enta.i1ed a sim~lated radiological
The Board received an invitation to attend the Improvised Explosive Device (lED) hidden on board a +++
NRPS 1 ih Annual Community Policing Symposium lak~r vessel. The simulation exercise brought about a
being held on Saturday, October 14th from 8:30 a.m. senes of events that tested emergency response For further
to 1 :30 p.m. at the Double Tree Hotel in Niagara procedures and preparedness. information contact:
Falls. The guest lecturer is Inspector Heinz Kuck, . . .
Toronto Police Service, who is a renowned expert in A.s part of the training scenano, a crewman Regional Municipality of
graffiti crime prevention strategies Member Bill disembarked from a 730-ft. laker vessel at Port AI' P I' S . B rd
. C Ib d h rtl th ft b " xt I '11" Iv/agara 0 Ice ervlces oa
Smeaton will be attending and will provide greetings 0 orne an s o. y erea er ecame e reme y I .
on behalf of the Police Services Board. ~mer~en?y ~ervlces were. contacted, and upon
investigation It was determined that the symptoms 68 Church Street
OAPSB/OACP Zone 4 Meetina - The Ontario su~gested radiation poisoning. This findi~g spur~ed a St. Catha rines, Ontario
Association of Police Services Boards and the senes of emergency responses. The exercise continued L2R 3C6
Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police held its for five (5) hours, culminating with the successful
quarterly zone meetini in Halton Region on removal of the lED and the apprehension of the Bus: (905) 685-0321
Tuesday, September 26. The Board's Executive perpetrators. Fax: (905) 688-0036
Director, Chief Southall, Deputy Chief Moody and . . .
Superintendent Kane were in attendance A number of objectives were achieved over the course .
. of this exercise, including the opportunity to participate Emall: nrpboard@nrps.com
.. in a real-time training scenario, wherein employees
CAPB Police Executive Workshop - The were able to demonstrate their abilities to respond to a Website:
Canadian Association of Police Boards, in major security threat against a marine facility and a www.nrps.com
partnership with the Canadian Police College, is vessel. '
offering a Police Executive Workshop, 'Finding
Common Ground: Making the Governance Participants in the exercise included the Niagara
Relationship of Police Services a Success'. The Regional Police Service, St. Lawrence Seaway
workshop is for police executives and board Management Corporation, Transport Canada, CBRN
members, and will be held in Calgary, Alberta, from Niagara, local fire departments and Emergency Medical
November 15th - 1 th, 2006. Board members are Services, Seaway Marine Transport and Canada
asked to contact the Executive Director should they Steamship Lines.
wish to attend.
.
Suspicious Envelope Discovered at Brock University - On 1. National drug strategy and drug treatment courts;
September 20th, Emergency Services personnel attended at 2. Disclosure legislation;
Brock University after employees on the 12th Floor of the 3. Injuring or killing law enforcement animals;
Schmon Tower had received a suspicious postcard. The 4. Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear funding
postcard contained text that referenced a web-site address that for municipal police forces;
was perceived as a threat in relation to a dangerous substance. 5. Funding gap between federal and municipal counter
terrorism and national security efforts and responses
Concurrent to the receipt of the postcard, a small quantity of to terrorists events;
white powder was also located by an employ~e a~ another 6. Non-returnable warrants;
locat~o~ within t~e Walker Complex. at the Unrverslty. The 7. Coordinated action on cyber crime;
SUSPI~IOUS material was later determined to be Whey Powder 8. Police cost related to the administration of justice;
(Protein Powder). 9. Support of new deal for policing;
. . 10. Support of police funding'
Testing also revealed that no harm-causing agents were ,
discovered on or in relation to the envelope/postcard. The FBI 11. Support of enhancemen~ t? young,persons necessary
indicated there were similar mailings of postcards originating in to support the Youth Crlmmal JustIce A~ , .
South Carolina that had been received by a number of U.S. 12. Support of amendments to the Youth Crlmmal JustIce
universities. The receipt of the postcard at Brock University is A~t, . . . .
not believed to be an actual threat, but rather an advertisement 13. Criminal records checks - standard gUIdelines,
style mass mailing that directs recipients to a web-site, in an 14. Hate and bias crime;
attempt to raise funds for an individual impending a lawsuit 15. Police training programs for mental health;
against a former employer. 16. Sharing of funding for municipal police departments;
and
The investigation also concluded that both the postcard and the 17. Support for Bill C-19 - Street Racing.
white powder incidents were coincidental and not believed to
be related in any way. ONTARIO ASSOCIAION OF POLICE SERVICES BOARDS
PSB Minute #156. - The Board received the 'OAPSB
Mischief to Niaaara Children's Safety Villaae - On Bulletin Board' newsletter for September 2006 providing
September 17th, d~mage. was discovered a~ the, Niagara policing information relative to civilian governance in Ontario.
Children's Safety Village In YVe~land. The Children s ~afety Topics of interest follow.
Village is a non-profit organrzatlon located next to Niagara
College on Woodlawn Road. whe~e young children are taught Ontario's First Maior Crime Court _ The Attorney General
street safety awareness. Thirty Windows and four doors on the announced that the courtroom at 361 University Avenue,
building were damaged as well ~s a small school bu~. The Toronto, has become Ontario's first Major Crime Court. The
total cost for repairs was approximately $10,OO~. Fo~ultously, accommodations were designed for hearings as they pertain to
actor Dan Ackroyd donated $10,000 to the Children s Safety large, complex gang-related trails. Extra security measures will
Village at the time of the occurren~e and although th.e funds be in place given the circumstance that surround involved
could have benefited the program In a more be.neficlal way, persons. They include multiple-accused prisoner boxes and
the money was applied toward the cost of the repairs. holding cells, and a separate entrance for witness protection
purposes. Specialized technical equipment has been installed
In conclusion, two (2) Weiland residents were arrested and to allow for the presentation of a large volume of evidence with
charged. much of the extra features having ability to be mobile for
shared use across the province.
Mariiuana Grow Operations. Robberies and Traffic
Fatalities Statistics Construction to the courthouse began in August and it is
Grow Operation Takedowns to September 28th, 2006: expected that the facility will be operational by fall 2006 with a
. $5,282,200 (estimated street value seized); (bringing second location in North Toronto being constructed by fall
the total number of operations to 27, with 33 arrests); 2007.
Robberies from August 24h - September 28th: Proiect 'Protect' - Officer's Guide to Combatina Credit and
· 17 robberies. 9 cleared (53%); Debit Card Fraud - Over the next few weeks, police services
throughout Ontario will be receiving a comprehensive crime
Fatalities to August 2Efh: prevention, educational awareness package on financial credit
. 20 fatalities, same period 2005 and debit card fraud and forgery. The correspondence is being
forwarded from the Ministry of Community Safety and
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF POLICE BOARDS Correctional Services.
PSB Minute #155. - The Board received the CAPB's Bulletin .
. f' 17th The Ministry partnered with the OPP Anti-Rackets Section to
of Septembe~ 6, 2006 announcing the . succ~ss 0 Its produce the 'Protect' Project Guide and sought input from the
Annual. Meetmg and Co~f~re~ce and Incl~dlng the 2006 law enforcement community, the private industry, major
Resolutions. The ~ssoclatlon s 17 .resolutl~ns that ~~re financial institutions in Canada and the Regional Council of
approved cover a Wide range of .tOPICS relative t? ~ollClng Canada on financial card fraud and forgery. It is expected that
governance and will be share~ With feder~I, proVinCial and the guide will serve as a valuable training tool for front-line
territorial departments responsible for public safety. They officers as well as enhance educational and preventative
relater to the following issues: training for the public sector.
Volume 5, Issue 9 September 2006
Page #2
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Fiohtina Online Crimes Aaainst Children - In the Ministry's Canadian Police Knowledae Network (CPKN) - Online
attempt to fight crimes against children that are committed over Officer Trainino The Ontario Police College has partnered
the Internet, it has developed a unified provincial team of with the CPKN to provide police officers the ability to receive
municipal, regional, and OPP officers; crown attorneys and online training. The CPKN is a non-profit organization that was
victim service providers to work together to combat Internet founded in March 2004 and included partnering representatives
child pornography and luring. This is in addition to the from the Canadian police community, the National Resources
undercover team of officers that continue to investigate this Council and the Justice Knowledge Network. The courses are
behaviour by monitoring chat rooms while looking for suspects developed in direct partnership with police subject matter
and potential victims. The Province is also committed to help experts to ensure that officers are trained in police-specific
fund a dedicated child-victim tip line and referral service situations, protocols and tactics. This is the first time ever that
through the Crime Stoppers Program, and to offer crown officers will have the opportunity to receive training online
attorneys, who prosecute Internet child exploitation offences, through the OPC.
additional training and support. These initiatives were created
by a group of police officials assigned to develop a strategy for BROCK UNIVERSITY CAMPUS SECURITY SERVICES
fighting online crime. The development phase lasted over a PSB Minute #157. - The Board considered Service report
year and has gained monetary support from the Ministry in the 197/2006 from Brock University, Campus Security Services,
amount of $5 million dollars. providing information regarding complaints, use of force,
Law Aoainst Child Exploitation (LACE) - New Software discipline and arrests relating to Special Constables employed
through Brock University Campus Security Services. The
Testino - A new Canadian made software that may make it report forms part of a protocol agreement between Brock and
easier for police to track child-porn predators, as well as their the Police Services Board and pertains to the University's 2nd
young, anonymous victims is currently being testing by York quarter of operations.
Regional Police's technological crime, child abuse and forensic
units. The program, Law Against Child Exploitation, or LACE, It was noted in the report that throughout the 2nd quarter there
takes a more human approach to cross-referencing images. It were no reports of inappropriate conduct, no need to utilize a
can recognize the mirror image of a picture by identifying use of force option, no formal discipline administered and no
features about one photo that might be common to another. members of the compliment were arrested for an offence.
This capability will allow images from old cases to be linked to
existing cases through police databases and will lessen the NRPS COMMUNITY POLICING COMMIlTEES
time commitment of investigators having to compare images PSB Minute #162. - The Board received Service report
from old files manually by two-thirds. 192/2006 providing the Niagara Regional Police Service
Central Database for Mariiuana Grow Houses - Ontario's Community Policing Manual entitled, " Enhancing the
Community Safety Minister is considering a centralized Community-Police Partnership'~
database for tracking homes once used to make drugs. In January 2006, Sergeant Debbie Beaulieu of the Community
Ministry officials are currently evaluating implementation of the
registry with the objective to make potential homebuyers aware Services Unit recruited a group of students, from the
as to whether any illegal drug making was ever performed in 2005/2006 Niagara College Police Foundations course, to
the home. This illegal act can have detrimental effects on the review the existing community policing models in an effort to
safety of a residence by causing poor air quality and faulty create a "made for Niagara" community policing manual.
wiring hazards. Under the direction of Sergeant Beaulieu, the groups' objective
was to develop strategies that would allow for consistent and
Minister Kwinter has not specified a time frame for the progressive gUidance for community/police-related initiatives
registry's launch as it is still in the consideration and planning now, and in the future.
phase.
Ontario Police Arbitration Commission (OPAC) - An In September, the finished project was submitted to Sergeant
Beaulieu for review and for final approval and presentation. In
announcement was made by the OPAC in July advising that it addition, the manuals will be distributed to the Community
is introducing an enhancement to its conciliation/mediation Policing Committees at the 2006 Community Policing
service by implementing a Workplace Relationship Symposium on October 14th and to NRPS Senior Officers at the
Improvement Program (WRIP). The program is designed to
assist police boards and associations who are experiencing October Senior Management Team meeting.
difficulties in their ongoing labour/management relationships by Recognition is extended to the following students for
providing a facilitator team. The assigned team will be
comprised of individuals who are trained and well-experienced volunteering their time to partake in this important endeavor
in workplace relationship improvement processes. Team that will provide mandate and guidelines to the members of
members will work jointly with board and association members Niagara's community policing committees and to Niagara's
to identify the existing problems affecting the relationship and officers as they head into the 21st century:
from there they will develop a number of problem solving
approaches that will be applied to address and resolve . Shannon Braun;
conflicting relationship issues. The costs for the facilitators will . Matt Froese;
be paid by the OPAC and all other expenses are the . Margaret Geurtz;
responsibilities of the boards and the associations. . Ben Rushton;
. Jessica Soul; and
It was also noted that the WRIP is not designed to revise the . Chris Wilson.
terms of collective agreements, exiting board policies or to
resolve ongoing grievances.
Volume 5, Issue 9 September 2006
Page #3
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NRPS POLICE FACILITIES STRATEGIC PLAN The Board concluded that past approval of such initiative
Chair Iggulden reported that the Board, at its September 28th incentives have not indicated a substantial increase in
confidential meeting, received a presentation of the long-term membership participation. Therefore, the Board denied the
NRPS facilities strategic plan, which outlined a number of request and received the report for its information.
options from status quo to one centralized facility. Further to
the presentation, the Board authorized the Service to 2006 OACP Substance Abuse Conference 'No Community
investigate the provision of a cost-benefit analysis by an is Immune' - The Drua Pandemic
external consultant. PSB Minute 1165. - The Board considered Service report
195/2006 requesting consideration for sponsorship to the
At the conclusion of the presentation, the Board received the upcoming 2006 Substance Abuse Conference themed 'No
rep?~ for information and. further ?irect~~. that an u.ltimate Community is Immune' The Drug Pandemic. The conference
decIsion on a course of actIon on thiS FacIlities Strategic Plan is being hosted by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police
report be deferred until the satisfactory completion of the public and is scheduled for November 6-8, 2006 in Niagara Falls.
and k~y stakehold~r consultation exercise. The Board also Niagara's own Deputy Chief Donna Moody serves as Chair to
authorized the ServIce to recommend the names of consultants the OACP Substance Abuse Committee. It is anticipated that
at its October Board meeting that may provide a cost-benefit 250 law enforcement officers from Canada and the United
analysis. States will be in attendance to hear presentations by leading
experts in current drug culture and enforcement.
NETWORK UPGRADES - FUNDING INITIATION
PSB Minute 1163. . The Board considered Service report The Board received the information and authorized a donation
190/2006 requesting the approval to initiate upgrades to the at the 'Silver' Level in the amount of $1,000.
existing network infrastructure throughout the Service's
facilities. Women's Place of South Niaaara - Annual Bi-National
Peace Bridae Walk
The communication network that currently provides the PSB Minute 1166. - The Board considered a memorandum
necessary technical support to the Service has been in use for from Deb Morton, Executive Director, PSB, providing a letter
approximately six (6) years. Throughout that period, the received from Ms. Tamara Coleman-Lawrie, Development
network has seen the addition of equipment and cabling to Officer, Women's Place of South Niagara, requesting
many areas on an as needed basis. Approval to initiate the sponsorship of the 3rd Annual Bi-National Peace Bridge Walk.
project will allow a thorough review of all locations of the
Service and its existing hardware. It will also assist in the The walk will commemorate the hundreds of individuals that
development of plans for the equipment upgrades at the continuously work to put an end to violence against women and
identified locations. children and will recognize the dedication of these advocacy
workers. The funds raised will go towards the ongoing
Upon consideration of the request, the Board approved the operations to provide safe shelters and programs to the women
initiation of Project ZP00501, Network Upgrades of $300,000 and children who falls victims to abuse.
with an expenditure budget of up to $300,000. Financing for
the project will consist of the issuance of debenture debt with a The Board received the information and authorized a donation
term of 1-5 years. at the 'Bronze' sponsorship level in the amount of $250.
NRPS VARIANCE REPORT ANNUAL REPORTS
PSB Minute 1167 . The Board considered Service report The Adequacy Standards Regulation requires that police
206/2006 providing a financial overview and forecast for both services boards and police services meet minimum standards
the Service and the Board to August 31,2006. for what are adequate and effective police services. This
provision is a mandated responsibility of police services boards
The consolidated variance analysis and forecast for 2006 was which includes the developing and adopting of approximately
based on results of operations for August year-to-date. At this 80 performance standards, a vigorous training program, and an
time, no significant areas of concern have been identified. Any ongoing skills development plan.
future impacts on the achievements of the budget will be
reflected in upcoming monthly variance reports and reported on As a minimum, these policies require compliance with both the
in accordance to their developments. regulation and guidelines and in addition, provide the Board
with reports in order to continually assess compliance. The
DONATIONS reporting requirements also assist in future budget processes,
2006 NRPS In-House United Way Camoaian business plans, and in assessing the needs of the police
PSB Minute 1164. - The Board considered Service report service on an ongoing basis.
193/2006 requesting consideration for assistance to the . . .
Service's In-house 2006 United Way Campaign. Annual report(s) received thIS month relate to the follOWing
subject matter and were prepared by the noted Service
In 2005, the Board approved six (6) time-off incentives, totaling member(s):
80 hours, to encourage Service members to participate in an . .. .
in-house campaign contribution program. + Preliminary Perimeter Control & Containment
PSB Minute #159
In September 2006, the NRPS United Way Committee began Service Report 19~/2006 .
its 2006 annual campaign. Once again, in an attempt to gain Inspector Bob Wright, Emergency Services
support from the members of the NRPS, the committee
requested the Board authorize a repeat of the 2005 incentive + Major I~cident Command
program to further increase membership participation. PSB Mmute #160
Service Report 187/2006
Inspector Bob Wright, Emergency Services
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.~ 3340 Schmon Parkway Maintenance Line: 905-682-1755
NFlH P.O. Box 344 Toll Free: 1-800-232-3292
Thorold, Ontario L2V 3Z3
Tel: 905-682-9201 www.nrh.ca
Niagara Regional Housing Fax: 905-687-4844
MEMORANDUM
To: Office of the Clerk
Cities/Towns/Townships of Niagara Region
From: Denise Papaiz, Resource Unit Manager
Niagara Regional Housing
Date: ' October 20, 2006
Re: Niagara Regional Housing offices are moving
Enclosed you will find Move Cards with our new contact information
for the staff we contact regularly in your municipality. Can you please
circulate a card to the staff in your- planning, economic"development,
administration and Mayor's offices?
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Thank you for your assistance in this regard.
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We're Moving
As of November 10, 2006, our offices at
Schmon Parkway and Carlton Street will be
relocating. We're moving to the Campbell
East section of the Regional Administration
~ Building at 2201 St. David's Road, Thorold.
Use these phone and fax numbers:
Niagara Regional Housing Main Phone Line: 905-682-9201
Fax - General: 905-687-4844
www.nrh.ca Fax - Contractors: 905-682-8301
Fax - Applications: 905-935-0476
Office of the de-rleSCLERKS'061ifJ413:40
September 29, 2006
Honourable John Gerretsen
Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing
17th Floor, 777 Bay St
Toronto, ON M5G 2E5
Honourable and Dear Sir:
Re: PubUc Sector Accounting Board Conversion
At the Council meeting of September 25, 2006 the following resolution was passed
respecting the above referenced matter:
WHEREAS at the recent AMO Conference, Ontario municipalities were advised to begin immediately the
comprehensive but necessary work required to implement the new PSAB requirements for local
governments regarding tangible capital assets, and
WHEREAS the Canadian-Ontario Municipal Rural Infrastructure Fund (COMRIF) was established to
enhance and renew Ontario's aging infrastructure, improve the quality of the environment, protect the health
and safety of citizens, support long term economic growth and build strong sustainable communities by
giving municipalities the tools they need, and
WHEREAS correspondence from the Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs acknowledges that the new PSAB
amendments are designed to promote improved asset management and reporting practices and that
COMRIF funding of $5.96 million will be available to assist, and
WHEREAS during the first two rounds of COMRIF announcements, the majority of submissions were not
supported because of limited funding, and
WHEREAS the selection process for COMRIF is to be seamless and non political, and
WHEREAS Ontario municipalities will incur considerable expenditures, including staffing, software,
equipment, auditing and other consulting expertise, to implement the PSAB changes within the required
timeframe.
WHEREAS many Ontario municipalities approved their 2006 budgets prior to the approval of the PSAB
changes and do not have funding set aside for resources in 2006, and
WHEREAS smaller municipalities do not have sufficient in-house expertise to begin implementing the
conversion to PSAB and need to begin recruitment for staff and consultants.
NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Municipal Council of the Town of Fort Erie hereby requests the
provincial government to notify municipalities of their COMRIF funding allocation for 2006 for the PSAB
conversion, and to commit additional funding for 2007/2008 so that municipalities may acquire the
necessary resources to begin planning and implementation.
THAT: A copy of this resolution be forwarded to the appropriate persons, including the Area Municipalities.
Mailing Address: The Corporation of the Town of Fort Erie
Municipal Centre, 1 Municipal Centre Drive
Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada L2A 256
Office Hours 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 n.m. Phone (905) 871-1600 Fax (905) 871-4022 Web-site: www.forterie.on.ca
Honourable John Gerretsen Page two
Your early attention to this matter will be appreciated.
arolyn . Kett, A.
Town Clerk
ckett@Jfortene.on.ca
CJK/dlk
c.c. Kim Craitor, M.P.P.
Tim Hudak, M.P.P.
Regional Municipality of Niagara
Niagara Area Municipalities
Pat Vanini, Executive Director, AMO
H. Schlange, Chief Administrative Officer
M. Neubauer, Director of Corporate Services
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6 CITY OF PORT COLBORNE
..,:t~i. .. 66 CHARLOTTE STREET
POR T COLBOR,NE PORT COLBORNE, ON L3K 3C8
October 16th, 2006.
Municipalities of Ontario
Dear Councils:
City of Port Colborne Resolution Re MP AC
At its meeting of August 28th, 2006, the Council of the Corporation of the City of Port Colbome
resolved as follows:
WHEREAS, MP AC currently has an annual budget of approximately $146 million
dollars; .
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AND WHEREAS, the taxpayers of Niagara pay approximately $5 million a year towards
this annual budget including $200,000 from the taxpayers of Port Colbome;
AND WHEREAS, MP AC is now requesting a $16 million dollar increase (or 11 %) to
their overall budget to hire an additional 225 staff and establish a larger bureaucracy;
AND WHEREAS, the additional funding will do nothing to fix the root of the problems
facing the present assessment program for property values and provide no relief to the
taxpayer;
NOW THEREFORE BE ITRESOL VED,' thai ti{~ Council of the Corporation of The
City of Port Colbome hereby objects to any further downloading of costs for MPAC to
the local taxpayer and hereby urges the Provincial government to take immediate action
and fix the flaws of the property assessment system.
AND FURTHER, that Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Greg Sorbara, Minister of
Finance, Tim Hudak, MPP, Peter Kormos, MPP, Kim Craitor, MPP, Jim Bradley MPP,
AMO and FCM, Regional Council and all municipalities in the Niagara Region be so
advised.
The above noted resolution is being circulated to all municipalities in Ontario and your
favourable consideration of Council's request for support would be greatly appreciated.
Janet Beckett
City Clerk.
City of Port Colbome
Telephone: (905) 835-2900 Emai1: i anbeckettraici tv. bortcolb'drlle.on.ca Fax: (905) 834-5746
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TOWN OF CALEDON w-332.. -2006
Date: September 12, 2006
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Moved by: ~~ Secnnded by: U
WHEREAS the Town of Caledon has been the recipient of the aggregate levy for 15 years;
AND WHEREAS the cost of ~ggregate, fuel and other costs have risen in the 15 year period;
AND WHEREAS the levy remitted to the TO"'1n is used exclusively for road projects;
AND WHEREAS the value of the levy is depreciated in its purchasing power for these projects;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council for the Corporation of the Town of Caledon
request that the Province of Ontario increase the Town portion of the levy from 4 cents per
tonne to 8 cents per tonne beginning on January 1, 2007;
AND FURTHER THAT this motion be circulate to the Region of Peel and other major lower tier
aggregate producers in southern Ontario.
The Corporation of the Town of Caledon Mayor: '~~:f/~~
63 II Old Church Road
Caledon, Ontario
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(905) 584-2272 IV Carried I I
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TOWNSHIP OF ADMASTON!BROMLEY
477 Stone Road, RR 2
Renfrew, ON K7V 3Z5
September 11, 2006
Please be advised that the Council for the Township of Admaston/Bromley at its meeting of September 7,
2006, adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS on July 4th, 2006 a portion of the Township of Admaston/Bromley experienced a tornado
assessed by Environment Canada as an F1 and possible F2, and;
WHEREAS to date, 29 damage reports filed with the municipality total $1,007,404.00 in damages, and,
WHEREAS insurance claims will cover only $332,988.00 of said damage recovery, and,
WHEREAS under formula the Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance ,Program would possibly cover
$449,611.00 of the damage recovery, and,
WHEREAS the municipality, small businesses, farmers and rural residents affected would be required to
raise $224,805.00 which would be an impossibility, and,
WHEREAS it would appear that severe weather such as that experienced this summer may well be a trend
for the future,
NOW THEREFORE BE AND IT IS HEREBY RESqL VED:
1. THAT the Government of Ontario be advised that the present Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance
Program formula is ineffective and unworkable, and,
2. THAT the Government of Ontario be requested to review and revise the present Ontario Disaster
Relief Assistance Program to make it more economically feasible for use by Ontario municipalities,
their rural residents and their respective businesses, farms and properties, and,
3. THAT copies of this resolution be forwarded to The Hon. John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal
Affairs & Housing, The Hon. Greg Sorbara, Minister of Finance, and Julian Fantino, Commissioner
of Emergency Management, Community Safety and Correctional Services, and circulated to the
local member of Provincial Parliament and to all municipalities in Ontario through the Association
of Municipalities of Ontario urging their support.
Please forward your endorsement to the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing, Minister of Finance,
Commissioner of Emergency Management of Community Safety and Correctional Services and your local
MPP.
Sincerely,
Beverly Briscoe
Clerk-Treasurer
Phone 613-432-2885 Fax Number 613-432-4052