08/13/2019 Niagara MINUTES
Falls City Council Meeting
Tuesday, August 13, 2019 Council Chambers 5:00
C NADA PM
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Jim Diodati, Councillor Wayne Campbell, Councillor Carolynn loannoni,
Councillor Vince Kerrio, Councillor Mike Strange, Councillor Wayne Thomson,
Councillor Chris Dabrowski, and Councillor Lori Lococo
COUNCIL ABSENT: Councillor Victor Pietrangelo
COUNCIL LATE:
STAFF PRESENT: Alex Herlovitch, Donna Jaques, Erik Nickel, Heather Ruzylo, Jim Boutilier, Karl
Dren, Kathy Moldenhauer, Ken Todd, Serge Felicetti, Suzanne Anderson, and
Tiffany Clark
1. IN CAMERA SESSION OF COUNCIL - 4:00 PM
1.1. In-Camera Resolution
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council enter into an In-Camera session.
Carried Unanimously
2. CALL TO ORDER
0 Canada - Performed by: Jaiden Atkinson
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
a) MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - TS-2019-22 from July 16th, 2019
Council Meeting
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the minutes from July 16th, 2019
Council, Report TS-2019-22 be amended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Report TS-2019-22 - Inter-municipal
Transit Coordinating Committee Update: Establishment of Common
Fare Structure be amended to reflect the age of 65 for free bus rides.
Carried Unanimously ((Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Senior Citizens (65 years and older)
are provided free transit all day, every day, for a three month trial period
starting September 1st, 2019 on Niagara Falls Transit systems and that
Council approve a common Region wide fare structure and strategy,
effective January 1, 2021.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
3.1. Council Minutes of July 16, 2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of July 16, 2019 be approved
as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
3.2. Council Minutes of July 29, 2019
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the minutes of the Special City Council
Meeting of July 29, 2019 be approved as recommended.
Carried ((Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote and
Councillor loannoni abstained from the vote).
4. DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Disclosures of pecuniary interest and a brief explanation thereof will be made
for the current Council Meeting at this time.
a) Councillor Lori Lococo indicated a pecuniary interest to the following
cheques: cheque #428770, dated July 10, 2019, payable to herself for
$133.42 (reimbursement of expenses); cheque #429260, dated July 24,
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2019, payable to Project Share for $24,866.67 (sits on board) and
cheque #429228, dated July 24, 2019, payable to Niagara Falls Art
Gallery for $2,332.34 (sits on the board as a resident).
b) Councillor Wayne Campbell indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque
#428616, in the amount of$1,721.94, payable to himself for
travel/mileage.
c) Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque #429147,
payable to himself.
5. MAYOR'S REPORTS /ANNOUNCEMENTS
a) Mayor Diodati extended condolences on the passing of Paulina Volpini,
mother of Rick Volpini, retired from our Municipal Works Department;
Rae Dianne lorfida, mother of Dean lorfida, former City Clerk; Clemente
Della Marca, father of Ed Della Marca of our Cemetery Division;
Gennaro Stranges, father of Mary Stranges of our Cemetery Division
and Patrick Grindlay, school crossing guard.
b) Mayor Diodati acknowledged the following birthdays:
-to Councillor Mike Strange on Tuesday, August 6th
-to Councillor Vince Kerrrio on Thursday, August 15th
-to Councillor Wayne Campbell on Friday, August 23rd
c) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Mike Strange for organizing a very
successful event - 9th Annual Heater's Heroes Run for Children held at
Oakes Park on Saturday, August 10th.
d) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Pietrangelo for attending the
following events: Grand Opening of Griffiths Performance
Physiotherapy and Athletic Development; Day of 1000 Musicians and
the Laying of the Wreath at the Annual Commemorative Service for the
Battle of Lundy's Lane.
e) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Thomson for attending the
following events: the 60th Wedding Anniversary Certificate Presentation
to John and Donna Campisano; Hilde Mercenik's 90th Birthday and the
75th Wedding Anniversary of Lieutenant Joseph Montgomery & Carol
Tomlin.
f) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Dabrowski for attending the
Niagara Falls Mental Health Fair.
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g) Mayor Diodati recognized Councillor Strange for attending the following
events: Canadian Jumpstart Recognition Event at Heartland Forest and
the Grand Opening of T-Reality.
h) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 10th,
2019.
6. APPOINTMENTS / PRESENTATIONS
6.1. The Shelley Gautier Para-Sport Foundation
Suzanne Letourneau, Event Coordinator and Dr. Joanne McKinley-
Molodynia presented to Council information pertaining to a dinner
fundraiser they are organizing on Thursday, October 17th, 2019 at Club
Italia with the intent of asking Council to help by purchasing tickets.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that each Council Member purchase their
own ticket to the event.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
6.2. Refuse To Lose Against PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Dan Giancola addresed Council with the intent to educate Council and
the community about the "Refuse to Lose Against PTSD Organization"
in an effort to help this organization raise awareness about the
debilitating effects of those affected by this disorder. This organization
raises money for the treatment of first responders in the Niagara Region.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that each Council Member purchase their
own ticket to the event.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
7. PLANNING MATTERS
7.1. Public Meeting
PBD-2019-51 (Presentation added)
AM-2019-011, 26CD-11-2019-001
Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Vacant Land
Condominium
Vacant Parcel between 7154 Adams Avenue and 6680 Hawkins
Street
Applicant: Habitat for Humanity
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The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment application
to rezone the lands to a site specific Residential Low Density,
Grouped Multiple Dwellings zone (R4), to permit 16 townhouse
dwelling units and a semi-detached dwelling on the subject lands;
2. That the Plan of Vacant Land Condominium be draft approved
subject to the conditions in Appendix A;
3. That the Mayor or designate be authorized to sign the draft plan
as "approved" 20 das after notice of Council's decision has been
given as required by the Planning Act, provided no appeals of the
decision have been lodged;
4. that draft approval be given for three years, after which approval
will lapse unless an extension is requested by the developer and
granted by Council; and
5. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
Condominium Agreement and any required documents to allow
for the future registration of the condominium when all matters
are addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave
an overview of the background report PBD-2019-51.
Frank Deluca, of 4341 Kinsmen Place spoke in opposition of the
development.
Craig Rohe from Upper Canada Consultants, representing the
Applicant, Habitat for Humanity spoke in support of the staff report.
Tom Richardson, Senior Counsel from Sullivan Mahoney in St.
Catharines, spoke to Council regarding the land amalgamation.
Mark Carl, Chief Executive Officer of Habitat for Humanity, spoke in
favour of the development.
The Public Meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve allowing Mr. Deluca
an extra 5 minutes to complete his address to Council.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the Zoning By-law Amendment AM-
2019-011 and the Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium 26CD-11-
2019-001 be deferred to allow Habitat for Humanity to work with the
neighbours and bring back an application with a lower density.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
7.2. Public Meeting
PBD-2019-47
AM-2019-006, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
5940 Carlton Avenue
Applicant: Alvi Properties Inc.
Proposal: 19 Unit Townhouse Development
The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law
amendment application to rezone the lands to a site specific Residential
Low Density, Grouped Multiple dwellings (R4) zone, to permit a 19 unit
townhouse development.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an
overview of the background report PBD-2019-47.
Brad Pifiefer, of 5966 Carlton Avenue spoke in opposition of the
development.
Nanette Reyes, of 5941 Carton Avenue spoke in opposition of the
development.
Mr. Michael Allen, spoke on behalf of the Applicant, Alvi Properties Inc,
supporting the development.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
7.3. Public Meeting
PBD-2019-48
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AM-2018-028, Zoning By-law Amendment Application
4174-4204 Portage Road
Applicant: 2451513 Ontario Inc. (Drew Toth)
Proposal: 6 Storey Mixed Use Building (52 dwelling units and 175
square metres of commercial floor space)
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the Official Plan and Zoning By-law
amendment application to add a Specific Policy area designation
to the lands and to rezone them a site specific General
Commercial (GC) zone to permit a 6 storey mixed use building
with 52 dwelling units and 175 square metres of commercial
space; and
2. That the passage of the amending zoning By-law be conditional
on the execution of a Section 37 agreement to secure
contributions to public capital facilities.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development gave an
overview of the background report PBD-2019-48.
Mr. David Fast, of 8169 Michael Street, spoke in opposition of the
development.
Mr. Randy Mounsey, of 4197 Carroll Avenue, spoke in opposition of the
development.
Mr. Kevin Maves, of 4173 Carroll Avenue, submitted a written letter and
spoke in opposition of the development.
Ms. Susan O'Keefe, of 4181 Carroll Avenue, spoke in opposition of the
development.
Terrence Glover, representing the Applicant, 2451513 Ontario Inc., was
in support of the staff report and asked for the support of Council.
Drew Toth, owner/founder of Toth Group Real Estate, spoke in favour of
the development.
The Public Meeting was closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Council deny the Zoning By-law
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Amendment Application AM-2018-028 due to its height, density for the
site and increased traffic volume.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
7.4. Public Meeting
PBD-2019-49 (Report added)
26CD-11-2019-002
Legends Phase 2 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
Willoughby Drive South of Weinbrenner Road
Applicant: 800460 Ontario Inc. (Fred Costabile)
The report recommends the following:
1. That the Legends Phase 2 Plan of Vacant Land Condominium be
draft approved subject to the conditions in Appendix A;
2. That the Mayor or designate be authorized to sign the draft plan
as "approved" 20 days after notice of Council's decision has been
given as required by the Planning Act, provided no appeals of the
decision have been lodged;
3. That draft approval be given for three years, after which approval
will lapse unless an extension is requested by the developer and
granted by Council; and
4. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
Condominium Agreement and any required documents to allow
for the future registration of the subdivision when all matters are
addressed to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
Alex Herlovitch, Director of Planning, Building and Development, gave
an overview of the background report PBD-2019-49.
Jennifer Vida,of Upper Canada Consultants, was present to speak to the
development.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the report be approved as
recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
8. REPORTS / PRESENTATIONS
8.1. CD-2019-08
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Fee Waiver Applications
Project Share — Travelling Tapas & Good News Breakfast
The report recommends that Council approve the Fee Waiver
Applications for:
1. Project Share's Travelling Tapas' event in the amount of
$2,888.05 for the waiver of fees associated with the donation of
four (4) Niagara Falls Transit buses on Sunday, October 6th,
2019.
2. Project Share's Good News Breakfast and North vs. South
Challenge event in the amount of$10,944.05 for the use of buses
and staff to operate by collecting donations of food, funds and
gifts for the Christmas program.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
8.2. MW-2019-20 (Report added)
Permission to Enter Agreement with Rankin Construction Inc.
for use of Baden-Powell Park and other City-owned land as part of
MTO Contract 2018-2013 for the replacement of QEW bridges over
the Welland River
The report recommends that Council authorize the Director of Municipal
Works/City Engineer to enter into and execute a Permission to Enter
Agreement with Rankin Construction Inc. for the use of Baden-Powell
Park as part of MTO Contract 2018-2013 for the replacement of QEW
bridges over the Welland River, subject to form and content of the
agreement satisfactory to the Director of Municipal Works/City Engineer
and City Solicitor.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the recommendation in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
8.3. PBD-2019-42
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Telecommunication Facility Consultation
6501 Kister Road, ForbesBros Limited, on behalf of Rogers
Communications; and 8699 Stanley Avenue, Signum Wireless
(contract to Fontur International)
The report recommends that Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada (ISED) be advised that the City of Niagara Falls
supports one (1) telecommunication tower in the Stanley Avenue
Business Park and, concurs that in order to advance the economic
development interest of the City, the 40 metre monopole at 8699
Stanley Avenue is the preferred location.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council defer the report to the
September 10, 2019 Council Meeting.
Carried (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote and Councillor
Kerrio was opposed).
8.4. PBD-2019-46
Matters Arising from Municipal Heritage Committee
2019 Designated Property Grant
Glenview Mansion, 4223 Terrace Ave — 3 windows
Stone Barn at the Halfway, 2358 Portage Road — 2 windows
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the proposed alteration and a grant in the
amount of$5,000 to assist with the cost of the restoration of the 3
windows at the Glenview Mansion, 4223 Terrace Avenue, as it
will assist in the overall preservation of the House.
2. That Council approve the proposed alteration and a grant in the
amount of$500.00 to assist with the cost of the restoration of 2
windows at the Stone Barn at the Halfway, 2358 Portage Road,
as it will assist in the overall preservation of the barn.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
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8.5. PBD-2019-52
Telecommunication Facility Consultation
3200 Stanley Avenue
Applicant: Metrolinx
The report recommends the following:
1. That Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
(ISED) be advised that the City of Niagara Falls concurs with the
construction of a 75 metre (246ft.) self-supporting
telecommunication structure with an equipment shelter at its base
and perimeter security fencing on the lands known as 3200
Stanley Avenue; and
2. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign and execute a
License Agreement with Metrolinx for this site.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that the recommendations in the report be
approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
9. 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-2019-32
Monthly Tax Receivables Report— June
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables
report for information purposes.
F-2019-33
Municipal Accounts
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The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling
$29,223,255.74 for the period June 27, 2019 to July 31, 2019.
L-2019-15
Delegation of Authority By-law
Our File No. 2018-162
The report recommends that Council pass a by-law to delegate the authority to
approve and execute agreements to members of City Staff.
RSC-2019-16
2019 Sports Wall of Fame Inductees
The report recommends that Council approve the following 2019 Sports Wall of
Fame Inductees;
Pre 1990 Era:
Name Category Sport
David Conte Builder Hockey
Larry Gardner (Automatic) Athlete Swimming
Mike Macgillivray Builder Hockey
1991 - Present Era:
Name Category Sport
Ray Barkwill (Automatic) Athlete Rugby
Todd Simon Athlete Hockey
L-2019-14
Permanently Close and Declare Surplus
Part Road Allowance bisecting 9615 Warner Road
Our File No. 2017-177
The report recommends the following:
1. In the event that Council determines that it is in the public interest to do
so, that Part of the Road Allowance bisecting 9615 Warner Road and
legally described as Part Unopened Road Allowance between Township
Lots 9 & 10 and between Lot 9 and Gore Lot 12 Stamford; designated
as Part 7 on 59R3619, (hereinafter referred to as the "Subject Lands"),
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as shown in red on the attached location map, be permanently closed
and declared surplus to the City's needs.
2. That any sale of the Subject Lands be conditional upon the lands
conveyed being merged in title with the abutting lands.
3. That the Mayor and Clerk and City Solicitor, be authorized to take
whatever steps and sign whatever documents are required to carry out
Recommendations 1 and 2 above.
PBD-2019-53 (Report added)
DOW-2017-005, Request for Extension of Commercial Building and
Façade Grant Approval for 4463 Queen Street
Applicant: Intellectual Inventive Inc.
The report recommends that Council approve an extension of one year for the
Commercial Building and Façade Improvement Grant Agreement for
Application DOW-2017-005, 4463 Queen Street.
TS-2019-03
Traffic Signal Maintenance and Operations Agreement
The report recommends the following:
1. That the agreement with the Regional Municipality of Niagara for the
operation and maintenance of all traffic control signals and systems
owned by the City of Niagara Falls be approved.
2. The Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the required agreements.
3. That the Director of Transportation Services or designate be provided
delegated authority to amend the agreement as new traffic control
systems or devices come online.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the reports are approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10. COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
10.1. R&C- Memo re: Cultural Hub and Market Hall Funding
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RECOMMENDATION: That the Mayor and Council confirm approval of
contribution of$6,198,494.00 (projected 49.5% of the project cost) for
the funding of the Cultural Hub and Market Hall, as outlined in the initial
projected project cost. And if the full requested amount is not received
from CCSF, City Council will approve funding additional funds to offset
any potential shortfall. Staff will continue to research additional project
funding sources.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that the recommendation in memo be approved.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietranqelo was absent from the vote)
10.2. Environics Research - Regional Governance Review Survey
Detailed Report
Information is being shared with various local municipalities.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council receive the report for information.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that the City of Niagara Falls work towards
strategic priorities for our next term and will include homelessness,
housing and drug action plans, among other priorities.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietranqelo was absent from the vote)
10.3. Resolution - Opposition to Changes in 2019 Provincial Budget and
Planning Act
Council Resolution from the City of Stratford, opposing changes.
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded
by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council support the resolution
regarding the opposition to changes in 2019 Provincial Budget and
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Planning Act from the City of Stratford.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.4. Correspondence - City of Thorold
Letter to Premier Ford regarding Bill 115 - Beer Retailing in Ontario
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.5. Niagara Region - Various Corresondence (Regional Council Report
added)
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council approve Councillor's Carolynn
loannoni and Lori Lococo attending the Symposium for Goodness' Sake
in Austin, Texas at a cost of$1500.00 each and that Regional staff be
encouraged to attend. The objective is to learn the essentials behind
the inner workings of Community First! Village and how they can go
about getting started on a similar project with purpose.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.6. Town of Fort Erie - Whistleblowing Policy
RECOMMENDATION: Refer to Staff for a report.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that the matter be referred to Staff for a report.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.7. Amendment to City's By-laws to include gyms
Carla Rienzo, resident of Niagara Falls, is making a recommendation to
City Council to have the City amend its Licencing By-laws to include
gyms.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council receive for information.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Staff come back to Council with a report.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.8. Message from Minister Steve Clark - Ministry of Municipal Affairs
and Housing
The letter attached is regarding proposed changes to the Provincial
Policy Statement (PPS). The PPS is an important part of Ontario's land
use planning system, setting out the provincial land use policy direction.
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that Council receive and file the
correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.9. Town of Halton Hills - Resolution regarding reducing litter and
waste
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that Council receive and file the
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correspondence for information.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.10. Municipal Amalgamation - Township of McKellar
RECOMMENDATION: For the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Mike Strange that Council support the resolution from the
Town of McKellar regarding municipal amalgamation.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.11. Rainbow Crosswalk
Letters attached to support the request for a rainbow crosswalk at
Queen and Erie Streets.
RECOMMENDATION: That the matter be referred to staff for a report
back.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the matter be referred to staff for a
report to come back to Council.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.12. Flag-Raising - CARP Niagara (Canadian Association of Retired
Persons)
CARP Niagara is requesting a flag-raising ceremony on Tuesday,
October 1st, 2019 at 12:00 noon.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that Council approve the request to hold a flag
raising ceremony on Tuesday, October 1st, 2019 in recognition of CARP
Niagara (Canadian Association of Retired Persons).
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Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.13. Proclamation Request - CN Rail Safety Week
The proclamation request is to recognize "Rail Safety Week 2019" which
will take place from September 23-29, 2019.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the City proclaim "Rail Safety Week
2019"which will take place from September 23-29, 2019.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.14. Proclamation Request - 19th Annual Child Care Worker& Early
Childhood Educator Appreciation Day
The proclamation request is to recognize Thursday, October 24, 2019
as the 19th Annual Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator
Appreciation Day. This will be a day of recognition for the many people
who work providing early learning and child care services in our
community.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Vince Kerrio, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that the City proclaim Thursday, October
24, 2019 as the "19th Annual Child Care Worker& Early Childhood
Educator Appreciation Day."
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.15. Proclamation Request - Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
The proclamation request is to recognize September 2019 as Prostate
Cancer Awareness Month.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Vince Kerrio that the City recognize September 2019 as
"Prostate Cancer Awareness Month."
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Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.16. Noise By-law Exemption and Special Occasion Event - Livestock
Niagara Music and Arts Festival.
Request from Rafik Guiruis, CEO, Livestock Niagara, seeking an
exemption from Council to the City's Noise By-law to allow
entertainment until 12:00 AM on Friday, August 23rd, 2019 and until 12
AM on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 for the Livestock Niagara Music and
Arts Festival. The event is to be held at the Niagara Falls History
Museum/Farmer's Market. Furthermore, to obtain a Special Occasion
Permit from the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), to
recognize the event as a public event of municipal significance.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Lori Lococo, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the request be approved as
recommended to allow entertainment until midnight on both August 23rd
and 24th, 2019 and to deem the Festival as an Event of Municipal
Significance.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
10.17. Special Occasions Permit - Studio Vine Glass
A request is being made to have a special event at Studio Vine Glass
taking place on Saturday September 28, 2019 at 5535 Slater Avenue,
be declared by Council as an Event of Municipal Significance in order to
assist with their request for a liquor licence through the AGCO.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the request.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Chris Dabrowski, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that Council approve the request to deem
the event on Saturday, September 28, 2019 as an Event of Municipal
Significance.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
11. RATIFICATION OF IN-CAMERA
Direction of staff to follow up on requests from the Niagara YMCA a well as a
request from properties within the Niagara South Condominium 98.
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12. BY-LAWS
The City Clerk will advise of any additional by-laws or amendments to the by-
law listed for Council consideration.
2019- A by-law to permanently close part of a highway.
91 -
2019- A by-law to declare Part Unopened Road Allowance between Township
92 - Lots 9 & 10 and between Lot 9 and Gore Lot 12 Stamford; designated
as Part 7 on 59R3619, in the City of Niagara Falls, in the Regional
Municipality of Niagara, as surplus.
2019- A by-law to delegate the authority to approve and execute agreements
93 - to members of City Staff.
2019- A by-law to authorize the execution of a Renewal of Agreement with
94 - Streetseen Media, respecting the renewal of the contract for the supply
and installation of advertising on the exterior and interior of Niagara
Falls Transit buses.
2019- A by-law to authorize the payment of$29,223,255.74 for General
95 - Purposes.
2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate
96 - parking and traffic on City Roads. (Limited Parking, Parking Meter
Zones)
2019- A by-law to regulate the requirements for fire access routes and
97 - emergency vehicle access to buildings and properties within the City of
Niagara Falls.
2019- A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
99 - meeting held on the 13th day of August, 2019.
2019- A by-law to amend By-law No. 2002-081, being a by-law to appoint City
98 - employees, agents and third parties for the enforcement of provincial or
municipal by-laws.
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the by-laws be read a first, second and
third time and passed.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
13. NEW BUSINESS
a) Homelessness in Niagara Falls
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that Council allow Angela Peebles, resident
of Niagara Falls, to speak to Council regarding homelessness.
Carried (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote and Councillor
Campbell opposed)
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Carolynn loannoni that staff bring back a report to Council
with alternate places to sleep for the homeless in Niagara Falls.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Carolynn loannoni, Seconded by
Councillor Lori Lococo that Council allow the meeting to go past the
10:00 curfew.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
b) Honouring John Turcotte ("King of Duff")
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Mike Strange, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Campbell that something is done to honour the
recently deceased, John Turcotte, known as the "King of Duff"for his
long standing volunteer work and to include the Winter Festival of Lights
and Niagara Parks Commission.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
c) Thorold Tunnel
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Campbell, Seconded by
Councillor Wayne Thomson that a resolution be sent to the Minister of
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Transportation and to the St. Lawrence Seaway to increase lighting
within the Thorold Tunnel to improve safety.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote)
14. ADJOURNMENT
a) Adjournment
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Wayne Thomson, Seconded by
Councillor Chris Dabrowski that the meeting be adjourned at 10:03 pm.
Carried Unanimously (Councillor Pietrangelo was absent from the vote]
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