06/04/2019Niagara MINUTES
Fa1�S� City Council Meeting
C A N A D A Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Council Chambers 5:00 PM
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COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Carolynn loannoni,
Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Councillor Mike Strange,
Councillor Wayne Thomson, Councillor Chris Dabrowski, and Councillor Lori
Lococo
COUNCIL ABSENT:
COUNCIL LATE:
IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 3:30 PM
1.1. In -Camera Resolution
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council enter into an In -Camera
session.
Carried Unanimouslv
2. CALL TO ORDER
O Canada -Performed by: The River View Choir
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3.1. Council Minutes of May 14, 2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the minutes of May 14, 2019 be
approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimouslv
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made
for the current Council Meeting at this time.
a) Councillor Strange indicated a pecuniary interest, cheque number
426536 made payable to himself.
b) Councillor Pietrangelo indicated a pecuniary interest, cheque number
00219-0003 and cheque number 00216-0003, both payable to his
employer, the Niagara Catholic District School Board.
c) Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest, cheque number 426225,
made out to himself.
d) Councillor Lori Lococo indicated a pecuniary interest, cheque number
426321 (dated: April 25, 2019 for $24,866.67) and cheque number
426668 (dated: May 8, 2019 for $1449.87.
e) Councillor Carolynn loannoni indicated a pecuniary interest, cheque
number: 42629 and cheque number: 426654, both payable to herself.
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Daniel Lodboa,
father of Chris Lodboa, who is a volunteer firefighter at Station 4; Mark
Simmonds, father-in-law of Teresa Simmonds, Communications Officer
and David Harold Ross, brother of Phil Ross of Fire Services.
b) Mayor Diodati would like to offer congratulations to CAO Ken Todd and
HIS wife, Judy, on the birth of their granddaughter, Annie Catherine
Farrell, born earlier on June 4th, weighing 8 Ibs, 13 oz.
c) Mayor Diodati congratulated Councillor Wayne Campbell and his lovely
wife Helga, whom are celebrating 50 years of marriage this week on
June 7th.
d) Mayor
Diodati congratulated
Councillor
Mike Strange on his induction in
to the
Canadian Boxing Hall
of Fame in
May.
e) Mayor Diodati welcomed, congratulated and introduced the following
Senior Staff who have officially been established in new roles:
• Bill Matson, City Clerk
• Tiffany Clark, Director of Finance & City Treasurer
• Sam Valeo, Director, Building & Municipal Enforcement Services
Also welcomed our new Municipal Works Director, Erik Nickel.
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• Erik is an engineer and has worked with the City of Welland since
2008 where he comes from his role as General Manager of
Infrastructure and Development Services.
• He was born in Niagara Falls and has lived in the Niagara Region
all of his life.
• He has 2 children, a daughter (11) and a son (13).
• He enjoys camping and plans to camp this weekend.
f) Mayor Diodati advised of the recent event of the Annual FCM
(Federation of Canadian Municipalities) Conference that took place in
Quebec City over the past weekend (May 30 - June 2, 2019). The
conference was attended by Councillors Lococo, loannoni, Campbell,
Strange and himself.
g) Mayor Diodati advised of the following upcoming events:
• Women's Place Book Riot (Wednesday, June 5th from 4:00 -
8:00 PM at the Gale Centre), Canada's biggest and best used
book sale. More than just books: cd's, dvd's, games, puzzles
and more..... This event supports Women's Place
• Niagara Falls Comic Con (Friday, June 7- Sunday, June 9th at
the Scotiabank Convention Centre). Tickets online at
"nfcomiccon.com."
• Niagara for Niagara Mental Health Event and Fundraiser
(Sunday, June 9th from 2:00 - 8:00 PM at TAPS Brewery on
Queen Street). Proceeds to the Katey Marie Campbell Fund.
Live music, raffles and draws. Donations welcome at door.
h) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Dabrowski for attending the
following events: Niagara Industrial Association Showcase; Annual
Ching Ming Festival; Goodwill Niagara's 25th Anniversary Flag Raising;
Pride Flag Raising and the Fire Department Station 6 Volunteer Recruit
Graduation.
Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Mike Strange for attending the Ride
of Silence Bike event.
j) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Pietrangelo for attending the
following events: Ride of Silence Bike event; Niagara Giris Minor
Softball Association 50th Anniversary Opening Ceremonies; Niagara
Falls Soccer Club 60th Anniversary Opening Ceremony; Sensei
Deborah Toth's Retirement Open House and for presenting a certificate
for Loretto Class of 1969 50th Anniversary Reunion.
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k) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 25th, 2019.
6. APPOINTMENTS /PRESENTATIONS
6.1. MYAC (Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee) -Year End Deputation
MYAC co-chairs, Daniel Krowchuk and Chantelle Tran, along with the
MYAC team, made their year-end deputation. Daniel and Chantelle,
along with Tom Mitchinson, presented the Jim Mitchinson Scholarship
Award to Amal Qayum, Waheebah Ahmed and Sarah Chan provided
an update from the Giving Back Committee. Jade Bilodeau provided an
update from the Just for Fun Committee and Shreeya Patel and
Vanessa George provided an update from the Youth Voice Committee.
Daniel and Chantelle made 2 other cheque presentations:
1) to the Education Foundation of Niagara, Nicole Smith and
2) to the Niagara Foundation for Catholic Education, Jim Marino
6.2. Cheque Presentation: Millennium Recreation Trail -Rotary
StoryWalk Pathway - Naming Request
The following Rotarian Presidents asssisted in the the cheque
presentation as both Rotary Clubs combined have contributed $75,000
towards the build.
In attendance from the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise: David
Berry, Assistant Governor of Rotary District 7090; BJ Romans,
President of the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise and Nancy
Tkachuk, President Elect of the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise.
The Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise contributed $25,000.00.
In attendance from the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Foundation: Ernie
Morgan, Secretary; Bruce Henning, Treasurer; Monika Seymour. Board
member and John Bever, Board Member. The Rotary Club of Niagara
Falls Foundation contributed $50,000.00.
The report recommends that Council approve the request to recognize
both the Rotary Club of Niagara Falls Sunrise and the Niagara Falls
Rotary Club by naming section five of the Millennium Recreational Trail,
the "Rotary StoryWalk® Pathway'
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council approve the report as
recommended.
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Carried Unanimously
6.3. 2021 Canada Summer Games -Niagara
Vittoria Wikston and Dr. Barry Wright, on behalf of Doug Hamilton,
Chairman of the 2021 Canada Games Host Society, presented to
Council a "State of the Games" address by providing information
pertaining to the community impact of the 2021 Canada Games.
The report recommends the following:
1. That the Mayor and Council be authorized to execute the Niagara
2021 Canada Summer Games Venue Agreement for the use of
Oakes Park and Kalar Road Park once the venue agreement has
been submitted to staff.
2. That staff report back to Council regarding the W.L. Houck
proposed legacy baseball project once the Canada Summer
Games legacy projects and funding have been finalized.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
6.4. Niagara Recycling (Presentation and article added)
Norman Kraft, Niagara Recycling's CEO, provided a brief presentation to
Council to outline the work their social enterprise does from their
Niagara Falls' facility.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that further information be assembled by
staff to pass on to residents regarding recycling.
Carried Unanimously
6.5. Day of 1000 Musicians
Paul Brockwell and Paul Lemire addressed Council asking for support
and endorsement of the upcoming event to be held at the Gale Centre
on Saturday, July 20, 2019.
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CD -2019-07
Fee Waiver Applications
Day of 1000 Musicians / Oasis Showcase of Arts & Culture
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the Fee Waiver Applications for:
i. Day of 1000 Musicians event in the amount of
$3167.28.00 for the waiver of fees associated with rentals
at the Gale Centre.
i. Oasis- Showcase of Arts &Culture event in the amount of
$400.00 for the road closure labour and materials costs.
2. That Council declare the Oasis Showcase of Arts &Culture as an
"Event of Municipal Significance" in order for the requester to
obtain a Special Occasion Liquor Licence from the ACCO.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the recommendations in the report be
approved and for staff to report back the request for shuttle service and
the use of the city -yard parking lot at the Service Centre for overflow
parking and that staff promote the event on the City's website.
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. Public Meeting (Presentation added)
PBD -2019-35
AM -2018-019, Revised Zoning By-law Amendment Application
6666 Mountain Road
Applicant: Emilie and Brian Wetherall
Agent: Peter Colosimo
The report recommends that Council approve the revised Zoning By-law
amendment application to rezone the lands Residential 1 D Density (R1 D) to
allow the creation of 10 new lots for detached dwellings.
Ken Mech, Manager of Current Planning, gave an overview of the background
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report PBD -2019-35.
Peter Colosimo, agent for the applicant, was in attendance to answer
questions and to support the recommendations in report. No questions were
asked.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously
8. PRESENTATIONS
8.1. Municipal Works Presentation (Presentation forthcoming)
Kent Schachowskoj, Infrastructure and Asset Manager, Municipal
Works, presented to Council 'Introduction to Asset Management."
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive the presentation made
by Kent Schachowskoj, Infrastructure and Asset Manager, Municipal
Works.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo absent from the vote)
9. REPORTS
9.1. CAO -2019-08
Funding Request for Walk-in Mental Health Clinic for Youth in
Niagara Falls
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the request for one-time funding of $20,000
and enter into an agreement to support a new mental health
service for youth in Niagara Falls, in partnership with Pathstone
Mental Health; and
2. That the City secure a space to hold the clinic in Niagara Falls
that will be safe, accessible and ensure patient and family
confidentiality.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrange lo was absent from the vote)
9.2. F-2019-24
OLG Funding Report - Capital Projects
The report recommends the following:
That Council amend the 2019 Capital Budget to include the
additional projects proposed in Attachment 1 totalling $6,134,200
to be funded as follows:
O eratin
$ 72,500
Water
900,000
OLG
3,297,660
Reserves
1_1268,800
_
External
595,240
Total
$6,134,200
2. That Council approve the transfer of $479,137 or 2% of the OLG
funding to the Future Hospital Reserve Fund.
3. That Council approve the payment of $250,000 of OLG funding to
the YMCA as a contribution towards the Phase 2 refresh as
presented to Council on May 14, 2019, which included the
YMCA's offer to extend the free track use for Niagara Falls
residents to be year round.
4. That Council reconsider the earlier requested recommendation
from February 26, 2019 to approve the ordering of one (1) fire
tanker in 2019 with payment, funding and delivery to occur in
2020 for a total of $550,000.
5. That staff report back during the summer with a full reconciliation
of the OLG reserve under the new agreement to date, including
confirmation of spending allocations to date per the Council
adopted five key areas of expenditures that funds should be used
for. These include:
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1. Property Tax Relief
2. Future Niagara Falls Hospital
3. Capital Asset Investments
4. Economic Development Initiatives
5. NRPS funding.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council approve recommendations #1,
#2 and #5.
Carried Unanimouslv
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council defer recommendation #3 and
come back with future information from Staff.
Carried Unanimouslv
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that Council defer recommendation #4
(approving the order of one (1) fire tanker).
Motion defeated (with Councillors loannoni Thomson Dabrowski,
Lococo and Strange opposed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve recommendation #4
from report.
Carried Unanimouslv
9.3. F-2019-25
Development Charges Background Study
Jackie Hall, of Hemson Consultants, will be in attendance for questions
if necessary.
The report recommends the following:
1. THAT Council determines that no further public meeting under
Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c.
27 is necessary with respect to the Development Charges
Background Study dated March 29, 2019, as amended (the
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"Study') or the proposed Development Charge By-law after
having considered the submissions received at the public
meeting held on April 30, 2019 in connection with the Study and
taking into consideration any changes made to the proposed
Development Charge By-law following the said public meeting,
and further
THAT Council determines that the increase in the need for
services attributable to the anticipated development as
contemplated in the Study including any capital costs, will be met
by updating the capital budget and forecast for the City of
Niagara Falls, where appropriate, and further
3. THAT Council directs that the future excess capacity identified in
the Study shall be paid for by the development charges
contemplated in the said Study, or other similar charges, and
further
4. THAT Council approves the Study and proposed rate structure in
the By-law included in tonight's agenda.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve the recommendations
in report.
Carried Unanimouslv
9.4. MW -2019-15
Cropp Street Infrastructure Replacements
The report recommends that Council approve payment of the City share
n the amount of $1,413,769.50 by December 31st, 2019 to be funded
from pre -approval of a portion of the 2020 Capital Budget for the Cropp
Street and Pettit Avenue Infrastructure Replacements.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the recommendation in
report.
Carried Unanimously
9.5. TS -2019-20
MADD Canada Memorial Sign Request
Bob Pieroway and Robin Edwards briefly spoke to the report.
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The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the installation of the MADD Canada
Memorial Sign on Biggar Road, following the applicant providing
all of the required supporting documentation outlined in the
Ministry of Transportation, Ontario policy document.
2. That Council approve the sign to be installed for duration no
greater than 5 -years or until such time that the sign is in poor
condition and needs to be removed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Council approve the
recommendations in the report and that staff draft a letter of support to
the Region regarding the request for a sign at the Regional intersection
of Mountain Road and Taylor Road.
Carried Unanimously
10. 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-2019-22
Monthly Tax Receivables Report —April
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2019-23
Municipal Accounts
The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totalling
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$31,923,514.20 for the period April 11, 2019 to May 15, 2019.
TS -2019-16
Marco Crescent at Moretta Drive
Giovina Drive at Emma Street
Intersection Control Reviews
The report recommends that a stop sign is installed facing traffic south -
eastbound on Marco Crescent at Moretta Drive and facing south -westbound on
Giovina Drive at Emma Street.
TS -2019-17
Ailanthus Avenue — Parking Review
The report recommends that parking be prohibited on both sides of Ailanthus
Avenue at the three centre median islands between Sunnylea Crescent and
Frontenac Street.
TS -2019-18
Forestview Boulevard — Speed Control Review
The report recommends the following:
1. That the speed control plan consisting of two (2) speed cushions and
one (1) raised pedestrian crossover on Forestview Boulevard St Michael
Avenue and Parkside Road be approved; and,
2. The construction of the speed cushions and raised pedestrian crossover
on Forestview Boulevard is referred to the 2020 Capital Budget
deliberations.
TS -2019-19
School Crossing Guard Reviews
The report recommends the following:
That school crossing guard supervision
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1. Provided at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Valley Way for the
start of the 2019/2020 school year;
2. Discontinued at the intersection of Drummond Road at Morrison Street
at the end of the 2018/2019 school year; and,
3. Discontinued at the intersection of St. Paul Avenue at Church's Lane
immediately.
TS -2019-21
Church's Lane at Whirlpool Road
Intersection Control Review
The report recommends that a stop sign is installed facing eastbound traffic on
Church's Land at Whirlpool Road.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
11. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
Lundy's Lane BIA -Requesting approval of the 2019 budget.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the LLBIA 2019 Budget.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the LLBIA 2019
Budget.
Carried Unanimously
11.2. Main &Ferry BIA -Requesting approval of the Main &Ferry
BIA 2019-
2020 budget.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the Main &Ferry
BIA
2019-2020 budget.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the Main & Ferry BIA
2019-2020 budget.
Carried Unanimouslv
11.3. Ontario Government's Cuts to Ontario Library Services
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
Alicia Subnaik Kilgour, CEO/Chief Librarian, spoke to Council and
indicated that she would have a report coming forward to Council in July
regarding library matters.
11.4. Niagara Falls Public Library -Chippawa
Letter attached detailing the library needs at the Chippawa Library
location.
RECOMMENDATION: That the matter be referred to Staff.
ORDERED on the
motion of
Councillor Lori
Lococo, Seconded
by
Councillor Wayne
Thomson
that the matter
be referred to Staff
Carried Unanimouslv
11.5. Opposition to Bill 108
Council Resolutions from various municipalities, opposing Bill 108.
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Staff for a report.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council receives and files the
correspondence and to have staff report back on the outcome of Bill
108.
Carried Unanimouslv
11.6. Ontario's Housing Supply Action Plan
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Letters from Minister Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the correspondence be received for the
information of Council but that staff report back with what other
municipalities are doing including the City of Hamilton's "tiny house"
initiative.
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that staff bring a report back to Council on
the status of vacation rentals and AirBNB's in the City of Niagara Falls.
Carried Unanimously
11.7. Athletics Niagara -Oakes Park
RECOMMENDATION: That the matter be referred to Staff.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the matter be referred to staff for a report
back to Council.
Carried Unanimously
11.8. Regional Niagara -Various Correspondence
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the correspondence be received and filed by
Council.
Carried Unanimously
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11.9. Niagara District Airport Commission - Appointment of Auditors for
2019
As per the Municipal Operating Agreement, the Commission is seeking
approval of Council that the audit firm of Crawford, Smith & Swallow be
appointed as auditors for the 2019 financial year.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve of the appointment of
Crawford, Smith & Swallow as the external auditor of record for the
Niagara District Airport Commission during the 2019 financial year.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council approve the appointment of
Crawford, Smith & Swallow as the external auditor of record for the
Niagara District Airport Commission during the 2019 financial year.
Carried Unanimously
11.10. Flag -Raising - Filipino -Canadian Association of Niagara is
requesting a flag -raising ceremony on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 to
recognize and celebrate the Philippines Independence Day to
commemorate this important event.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve the request by holding
a flag raising ceremony on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 in recognition
and celebration of the Philippines Independence Day to commemorate
this important event.
Carried Unanimously
11.11. Proclamation Request -Stamford Kiwanis Club
Stamford Kiwanis Club of Niagara Falls will be celebrating its 60th
(Diamond) Anniversary in June. The proclamation request is to
recognize June as "Stamford Kiwanis Month" in the City of Niagara
Falls,
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council approve the request by
declaring the month of June as "Stamford Kiwanis Month."
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Carried Unanimously
11.12. Flag -Raising and Proclamation Request -National Access
Awareness Week - 2019
On behalf of the Mayor's Accessibility Advisory Committee, the
committee has requested the week of May 28 to June 3, 2019 be
officially proclaimed as "National Accessibility Awareness Week."
Also requesting the flag to be raised on May 28, 2019 and flown until
June 3, 2019 in recognition of the efforts of Canadians who are actively
removing barriers and ensuring persons with disabilities have an equal
chance to participate in all aspects of Canadian society.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council approve the request by declaring
the week of May 28 —June 3, 2019 as "National Accessibility Awareness
Week and approved request for a flag raising on May 28th, 2019 and
flown until June 3, 2019 in recognition of the efforts of Canadians who
are actively removing barriers and ensuring persons with disabilities
have an equal chance to participate in all aspects of Canadian society."
Carried Unanimously
11.13. NPCA -Niagara Region Motion
RECOMMENDATION: That Council submit the name of one (1)
representative as their recommendation to the Niagara Region to be
appointed as the community representative on the Niagara Peninsula
Conservation Authority Board.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Rick Brady be appointed as the City's
representative to the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Board
for the remainder of the 2019-2022 term.
Carried Unanimously
11.14. Audit and Accountability Fund
RECOMMENDATION: For consideration of Council.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannont, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that staff contact the province with Council's
intention to apply with a free audit.
Carried Unanimously
12. RATIFICATION OF IN -CAMERA
13. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration. (2 additional by-laws added)
2019- A by-law to authorize the payment of $31,923,514.20 for General
63- Purposes.
2019-
A by-law to authorize
the appointment
of Tiffany Clark to the position of
64-
City Treasurer.
dwelling
(AM -2019-003).
2019- A by-law to authorize the execution of a Purchase of Service Agreement
65- with the Regional Municipality of Niagara with respect to the provision of
services for the administration, inspection and enforcement of adult
entertainment establishments and body rub parlours within the Niagara
Region.
2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200 to place additional portions of the
66 - Lands under a site specific Extractive Industrial (EI) zone that permits a
waste disposal site and associated renewable natural gas facility, to
place a watercourse and valley on a portion of the Lands under an
Environmental Protection Area (EPA) zone, to make the use of the
whole of the Lands subject to the site specific regulations contained in
By-law Nos. 81-181, 92-21 and 2007-91 and to repeal By-law Nos. 81-
181 and 2007-91 (AM -2019-001).
2019-
A
by-law to amend ey-law
No. 79-200, to permit the use of the Lands for
67 -
asemi-detached
dwelling
(AM -2019-003).
2019-
A by-law to amend By-law No.
80-114, being a
by-law to designate
68 -
private roadways as fire routes
along which no
parking of vehicles shall
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be permitted.
2019-
A by-law
to establish Development Charges for the
City
of Niagara Falls.
69 -
of City Council at its
71 -
meeting
held on the 4th
2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2019-17, being a by-law to provide for
70 Council Member appointments to certain Boards, Commissions and
Committees.
2019-
A by-law
to adopt, ratify
and
confirm
the actions
of City Council at its
71 -
meeting
held on the 4th
day
of June,
2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously
14. NEW BUSINESS
a) Letter of Appreciation -John and Marcy McCall
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that a letter of appreciation and thanks be
sent from the Mayor and Council to John and Marcy McCall MacBain,
acknowledging their generous donation of giving seven Niagara Falls
High School grads a combined $32,000.00 over four years to pursue
their undergraduate degrees. Additionally, they gave eight students
from the city's five high schools grants of $1000.00 each towards
university.
Carried Unanimously
b) Mount Carmel Marker Wall - Letter of Appreciation to Stewart
Branscombe
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that staff send a letter of appreciation to Stewart
Branscombe, President of River Realty, for covering the costs to rebuild
and replace the crumbling brick walls that announce the Mount Carmel
subdivision, sparing the homeowners the cost of maintenance; and that
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staff report back on how maintenance of these types of walls will be
carried out in the future.
Carried Unanimously
c) Trailers -Parking in driveways
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that the Acting
CAO, Trent Dark, come back with an update on trailers parked in
driveways.
Carried Unanimouslv
d) Tall Grass Complaints -Enforcement
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that staff come back with a report outlining
the current policies that are enforced regarding tall grass complaints and
provide strategies and suggestions as to how to streamline the process
Mile maintaining good customer service.
Carried Unanimouslv
e) Niagara Falls Tourism
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Victor Pietrangelo that resolution be sent to NFT stating that
City Council representatives have a minimum of 2 votes on the NFT
board.
Carried Unanimouslv
f) Tactile Warning Plates- City of Niagara Falls
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council requests a staff report to
provide other options for tactile warning plates on sidewalks in Niagara
Falls.
Carried Unanimously
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g) Special Closed Council Meeting
ORDERED on Lite motion of Councillor Victor Pietrangelo, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Niagara Falls City Council will be
going into a Closed Meeting on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at 4:00 PM to
consider matters that fall under Section 239 (2) (f), advice that is subject
to solicitor -client privilege related to properties within Niagara -South
Condominium 98,
Carried Unanimouslv
15. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the meeting be adjourned.
Carried Unanimouslv
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