12/08/2015 TWENTIETH MEETING
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
December 8, 2015
Council met on Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 at 5:05 p.m. for the purpose of
considering Regular Business matters. All members of Council were present.
The National Anthem was sung by Lauren Kelly.
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ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Morocco that the minutes of the November 24th, 2015 meeting be approved, as printed.
Carried Unanimously
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DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTERESTS
No Disclosures.
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DEPUTATIONS/ PRESENTATIONS
OFSAA Gold Medalist
Julianne Miszk, was recognized by Council for winning OFSAA para-athlete 3000
metre cross-country race.
AMCTO AODA 10th Anniversary Championship Award
Brian Kon, a member of the City's Accessibility Committee, was recognized for
leadership in bringing awareness on accessibility issues and presented with a plaque.
A Christmas Light Story
Don Tellier was recognized by Council for his holiday initiative benefitting Project
SHARE.
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REPORTS
CONSENT AGENDA
THE CONSENT AGENDA IS A SET OF REPORTS THAT COULD BE APPROVED IN ONE
MOTION OF COUNCIL. THE APPROVAL ENDORSES ALL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS
CONTAINED IN EACH OF THE REPORTS WITHIN THE SET. THE SINGLE MOTION WILL
SAVE TIME.
PRIOR TO THE MOTION BEING TAKEN, A COUNCILLOR MAY REQUEST THAT ONE OR
MORE OF THE REPORTS BE MOVED OUT OF THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE
CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
F-2015-47 — Approval of Interim 2016 Spending Limits
The report recommends that, in the absence of an adopted 2016 General Purposes
Budget, City Council approves that City departments be allowed to incur costs to a level
of 50% of the departments' expenditure budget of the prior year.
MW-2015-34 — QEW Watermain Crossing — Kinsmen to Oakwood Emergency
Replacement Project— Engineering Phase
The report recommends the following:
1. That staff be authorized to proceed with the engineering design and approvals for
the replacement of the watermain crossing the QEW, and;
2. That the 2015 Capital Budget be amended to include this project and be
allocated from Capital Reserves, and;
3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract
documents and easement agreements
MW-2015-39- Lundy's Lane Battlefield Park Landscape Development ( North Side
of Lundy's Lane) Tender Award, Contract No., 2015-384-15
The report recommends the following:
1. The contract be awarded to the lowest bidder Seawaves Development Services,
Hamilton Ontario, for the tendered price of$235,390.00 plus HST.
2. That the 2015 Capital Budget be awarded to reflect the new costs and revenues.
3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract
documents.
MW-2015-40 — Driveway Windrow Cleaning
The report recommends that the City not institute a windrow cleaning program; and that
any individuals, in need of the service, be directed to the program administered by
Community Support Services of Niagara.
PBD-2015-55 — Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee, Alteration to a
Designated Property, 6590 Dunn Street— Spencer Weaver House
The report recommends that Council approve the addition of a sunroom/conservatory to
the east elevation of the Spence Weaver House at 6590 Dunn Street.
TS-2015-34 — RFP for Advertising Opportunities on Handrails and On-Street
Waste Receptacles
The report recommends the following:
1. That council award the contract for on-street recycling receptacle bins and
pedestrian barriers to Creative Outdoor Advertising for a period of five (5) years.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement.
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TS-2015-36 — Taxi Platform Lease Agreement
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the award for the Bus Terminal Taxi Platform Lease
Agreement to Coventry Connections Inc. for a five year term.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor Campbell
that the report be approved as recommended.
Motion Carried
with Councillor Pietrangelo opposed to MW-2015-40.
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MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Diodati extended condolences to Kenny Nalezinski, brother of Kathy Petonoquot,
a city employee and to former Councillor Janice Wing, on the passing of her father-in-
law, Layton Colclough.
The Mayor advised of recent events: Skylon 50th Anniversary Celebration, Our Lady of
Mount Carmel Catholic 50th Anniversary, 13th Annual Toys for Tots at Stamford Lions
Hall, Niagara Concerts presentation of Matt Dusk Christmas Concert, the official
opening of Thorold Stone Road Extension, the Fire Department Long Service Medal
Ceremony and Linus Hand's Production of Mary Poppins.
Mayor Diodati advised of upcoming events: Toys for Tickets and the Community Skate
for Fourth Avenue and area residents.
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COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1. National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) — requesting that
February 1st — 7t , 2016 be proclaimed as "Eating Disorder Awareness Week"
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that the request be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
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BY-LAWS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Strange that the by-laws be given a first reading.
Motion Carried
with Councillor Craitor opposed to 2015-148
2015-146 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to add a three storey, 9 unit
apartment building a permitted use on the Lands (AM-2015-007).
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2015-147 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Section 37 Agreement with
2451513 Ontario Inc. pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act
respecting the provision of certain facilities, services and matters by
2451513 Ontario Inc. in return for an amendment to By-law No. 79-200 for
an increase in density to allow the development of a three storey, nine unit
apartment building on lands owned by 2451513 Ontario Inc. and located
on Huron Street, in the City of Niagara Falls.
2015-148 A by-law to provide for the adoption of Amendment No. 121 to the City of
Niagara Falls Official Plan (AM-2014-004).
2015-149 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, in accordance with a Decision
issued by the Ontario Municipal Board dated November 17, 2015, to
rezone the Lands to a site-specific R5C zone to permit the development of
two apartment buildings having a total of 154 dwelling units (AM-2015-04).
2015-150 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to regulate the development of a
commercial plaza on the Lands (AM-2015-008).
2015-151 A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
2015-152 A by-law to hereby authorize the Mayor and Treasurer to execute a Letter
of Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of
Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of
Ontario (the "Ministry") and the City of Niagara Falls (the "Municipality")
Related to Funding Provided by the Province of Ontario (the "Province") to
the Municipality under the Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public
Transportation Program.
2015-153 A by-law to amend By-law 89-155 and adopt a Schedule of Meetings.
2015-154 A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
meeting held on the 8th day of December, 2015.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Craitor that the by-laws be given a second and third reading.
Motion Carried
with Councillor Craitor opposed to 2015-148
NEW BUSINESS
Fernwood Subdivision
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor by
Councillor loannoni that a stop sign be installed at the intersection of Fernwood,
Hendershot Blvd and Fiddlehead Lane.
Carried Unanimously
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Hendershot Trail
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor loannoni
that the trail be added to the snow clearing list.
Carried Unanimously
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor
Thomson that the meeting be adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
Carried Unanimously
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DEAN IORFID A , CI CLERK JAMES M. DIODATI, MAYOR
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