06/13/2017SIXTH MEETING
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
June 13, 2017
Council met on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. in a Closed Meeting related
to the items noted in the resolution below. All members of Council were present.
MOROCCO STRANGE- Therefore be it resolved that on June 13, 2017, at 4:30 p.m.,
Niagara Falls City Council will go into a closed meeting, prior to their regularly
scheduled meeting at 5:00 p.m., to consider a matters that fall under s. 239(2)(c), a
proposed disposition of land pertaining to and s. 239(f), advice that is subject to
solicitor -client privilege, related to City owned lands known as Montrose Business Park.
Carried Unanimously
Council met on Tuesday, June13, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of
considering Regular Business matters. All members of Council were present.
Kylie Mason sang the National Anthem.
ADOPTION OF COUNCIL MINUTES
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Kerrio that the minutes of the May 9, 2017 meeting be approved.
Carried Unanimously
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTERESTS
Councillor Pietrangelo indicated a conflict to a wire transfer made to the Niagara
Catholic District board, his employer.
Councillor loannoni indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque number 404153, made
payable to family member.
Councillor Craitor indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque number 404508 made
payable to the Niagara Catholic District School Board, where a member of his family is
employed; and to wire transfers 000790006 and 008100007 made out to a family
member.
Councillor Morocco indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque numbers 404182 and
404161 made out to her spouse and to cheque 404743, payable to herself for OSUM.
Mayor Diodati indicated a pecuniary interest to cheque number 403936, made payable
to himself.
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DEPUTATIONS
Niagara Selects U17 Girls Basketball Team
Mayor Diodati recognized the Niagara Selects U17 Girls Basketball Team for
winning the Ontario Provincial Championships and presented awards.
Niagara Falls Red Raiders Novice Boys Basketball Team
Mayor Diodati recognized The Niagara Falls Red Raiders Novice Boys
Basketball team will be recognized for winning the Ontario Provincial Championships.
Mayors Youth Advisory Committee
Members of the MYAC made a presentation to Council providing their annual
update.
Foundation for a Drug Free World
Mayor Diodati recognized the contest winners from the essay and poster contest
"Why 1 Want a Drug -Free Community".
Scotiabank Convention Centre
Noel Buckley provided Council with an update on the Scotiabank Convention
Centre.
PRESENTATIONS
Pollution Prevention Control Plan Update
Kent Schachowskoj, Infrastructure and Asset Manager for the City along with
Dave Watt, PPCP Project Manager made a presentation to Council on the Study.
MW -2017-23 — City of Niagara Falls Pollution Prevention Control Plan Update
Study
The report recommends the following:
1. That this report be received by Council, and that staff be directed to finalize the City
of Niagara Falls Pollution Prevention Control Plan (PPCP) Update Study report and
supporting documents and post them for the mandated 30 day review period in
accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process.
2. That staff be directed to integrate the recommendations contained in the PPCP
Update Study into the Municipal Works departmental priorities including future
Capital and Operating budgets.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Craitor, seconded by Councillo Pietrangelo
that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
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Allister Young Arts & Culture Endowment Fund Recipient
Mayor Diodati and Clark Bernat, Culture and Museums Manager made a cheque
presentation to the 2017 Recipient, Sara Lou Stuart.
-And-
R&C-2017-07 — Allister Young Arts & Culture Endowment Fund 2017 Recipient
The report recommends that Council acknowledge Sara Lou Stuart as the 2017 Allister
Young Arts & Culture Endowment Fund recipient.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING MATTERS
Public Meeting
PBD -2017-18, AM -2017-003, Zoning By-law Amendment Application. 6471 Kister
Road. Proposal: Medical Marijuana Facility, Applicant: Alexei Chinkarenko.
Agent: John Hendricks, Niagara Planning Group
The report recommends that Council approve the Zoning By-law amendment
application to site specifically amend the General Industrial (GI -32) zone of 6471 Kister
Road to add a medical marijuana facility to the list of permitted uses on the property.
Clarke Bitter spoke about being in favour of Staff's report.
Rocky Vacca, & Alexei Chinkarenko answered questions from Council on the proposal.
The Public Meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor
loannoni that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
Public Meeting
PBD -2017-20, 26CD-11-2017-003 & AM -2017-002
Plan of Vacant Land Condominium and Zoning By-law Amendment Application
7736 and 7746 Beaverdams Road. Applicant: Debbie Scappaticci
Agent: Susan Smyth ( Quartek Group Inc)
The report recommends the following:
1. That the 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.
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4. That the application to amend the Zoning By-law be approved as detailed in this
report.
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.
Greg Hynde, Senior Consulting Planner with Quartek Group Inc., representing Mark and
Debbie Scappaticci, was in support of the staff report and recommendations.
The Public meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor loannoni, seconded by Councillor
Strange that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
Public Meeting
PBD -2017-22 — AM -2016-018, Zoning By-law Amendment Application. Derelict
Dwellings in the Tourist Core. Applicant: City of Niagara Falls
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the City initiated amendment to Zoning By-law No. 79-200
to apply a site specific Tourist Commercial (TC) zone to the lands, shown on
Schedule 1, that permits the zoning of the lands to be changed to Deferred
Tourist Commercial (DTC) conditional on any dwelling located on the lands being
demolished within two years; and
2. That Council pass the related amending by-law appearing in tonight's agenda.
The Public Meeting was Closed.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Thomson, seconded by Councillor
Morocco that the report be approved.
Motion Carried
With Councillor Campbell opposed.
Public Meeting
PBD -2017-17 — Official Plan Amendment No. 124 and Zoning Amendment AM -
2017 -007. City Initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to Implement
Source Water Protection Policies.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the City initiated amendments to the Official Plan and
Zoning By-law No. 79-200 to add new policies to protect the City's source of
drinking water from potential sources of contamination as outlined in this report.
2. That Council adopt Official Plan Amendment #124 listed on tonight's agenda.
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3. That Council pass the implementing zoning by-law amendment on tonight's
agenda.
The Public Meeting was Closed
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Morocco that the report be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
PRESENTATIONS 7:00 P.M.
Update from Integrity Commissioner
Mr. Brian Duxbury, The Integrity Commissioner appointed by Council addressed
Council and presented his report.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that Council provide the Minister of Municipal Affairs, Bill Mauro with a
summary of what has taken place, including a copy of the report, and ask that
consideration be given to make changes in the Municipal Act that would impose more
severe penalties, including removal from office, similar to penalties that already exist in
the Conflict of Interest Act.
Motion Carried
With Councillor loannoni declaring a conflict
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Kerrio, seconded by Councillor Morocco
that the following be approved.
A recorded vote was requested.
1. That Councillor loannoni be asked to apologize to her peers on Council, to staff
and to the public.
2. That because of Councillor loannoni's failure to cooperate with the Integrity
Commissioner's investigation, who was appointed by this Council, that City Staff
be directed to decline to answer any further questions that the Councillor has or
may have with respect to the investigation.
3. To remove Councillor loannoni from all boards and committees of Council,
including Niagara Falls Hydro Holding Corporation, effective immediately.
4. To impose a 90 -day pay penalty to offset the funds that taxpayers have had to
pay to conduct this investigation.
5. To ask for the resignation of Councillor loannoni and
6. Further, that the actions of W2, as described in the report of the Integrity
Commissioner be referred to the appropriate authorities for investigation and
response, including a review of any possible benefits or financial gain that W2 or
her family might have received from having learned the leaked information.
Councillor Campbell In Favour Councillor Pietrangelo In Favour
Councillor Craitor In Favour Councillor Strange In Favour
Councillor loannoni Conflict Councillor Thomson In Favour
Councillor Kerrio In Favour Mayor Diodati In Favour
Councillor Morocco In Favour
Carried Unanimously
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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. .
CAO -2017-03 — Niagara District Airport Governance Model
The report recommends that Council authorize staff to proceed with the completion of a
Phase II Environmental Assessment and an Asset Valuation for the Niagara District
Airport at the proportionate rate outlined in the report and upon completion of these
processes report back to Council with options for the divesting of the Niagara District
Airport.
CD -2017-02 — Municipal Election Modernization Changes
The report recommends That Niagara Falls City Council receives report CD -2017-02,
Municipal Election Modernization Changes, for information.
F-2017-20 — General Insurance Report
The report recommends that Council approve the 2017-2018 Comprehensive Insurance
Program from Frank Cowan Co. Ltd.
F-2017-21 — Monthly Tax Receivables Report — April
The report recommends that Council receive the Monthly Tax Receivables report for
information purposes.
F-2017-22 — Municipal Accounts
The report recommends that Council approve the municipal accounts totaling
$30,202,198.46 for the period April 11, 2017 to May 23, 2017.
F-2017-23 — 2017 Schedule of Fees for Service
The report recommends that the Schedule of Fees as presented in the attached
schedule, be approved effective July 1, 2017
F-2017-24 — Low Income Seniors' Water and Property Tax Rebate
The report is recommended for the information of Council.
MW -2017-21 — Hamilton Street, Homewood Avenue and Menzie Street Sewer
Separation, Watermain Replacement and Road Reconstruction Tender Award —
Contract No. 2017-393-16.
1. The report recommends The contract be awarded to the lowest bidder at the
corrected tendered price, subject to confirmation of funding eligibility from the Clean
Water and Wastewater Fund.
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract
documents.
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3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary easement
transfer documents, and authorise the closing of the current easement agreement.
4. That the 2017 Capital Budget Sheet be amended to reflect the reallocation of funds
from Engineering Fees to Land Fees.
MW -2017-22 — Fallsview Boulevard ( Murray St. to Ferry St.), Transportation EA
Status Report
The report recommends the following:
1. That the Fallsview Boulevard Transportation Environmental Assessment be
deferred pending the impact assessment of proposed development anticipated in
the Core Tourist Area; and
2. The staff advance the engineering design phase for the replacement of municipal
infrastructure excluding the offset intersection at Ferry St./Fallsview Blvd.
MW -2017-24 — 6800 Montrose Road, Can -Eng Furnaces International Ltd
Waterservice Replacement Access Agreement
The report recommends the following:
5. That staff be authorized to enter into an access agreement with Can -Eng Furnaces
International Ltd for the construction of a new fire and domestic waterservice
including all required abandonment of the original QEW watermain crossing, and;
6. That the Mayor, City Clerk and City Solicitor be authorized to execute the necessary
contract documents and agreements.
MW -2017-25 — George Bukator Park Trail Improvements Information Update on
Trail Surface Upgrade
The report is recommended for the information of Council.
MW -2017-26 — Ontario Park and FJ Miller Park Improvements Project Contract
Award 2017-446-17
The report recommends that the tender for Ontario Park and FJ Miller Park
Improvements with the revised scope of work be awarded to Stevensville Lawn Service
Inc. in the amount of $315,256.00 (excl. HST); and that the Mayor and Clerk be
authorized to execute the necessary tender contracts.
PBD -2017-19 — AM -2017-005, Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
Application Regulating Vacation Rental Units and Bed and Breakfasts
The report recommends that Council provide direction to staff to proceed with
scheduling an Open House for public, stakeholders, agencies and others to obtain
further feedback prior to a statutory public meeting of Council to consider amendments
to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law No. 79-200, based on the approach outlined in
this report.
David Vitaterna of Roger Crescent in Niagara Falls, expressed concern about an
operating vacation rental unit at 7195 Roger Crescent.
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PBD -2017-21 — Matters Arising from the Municipal Heritage Committee, 2017
Designated Property Grants.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council approve the alteration and grant to the Spence -Weaver Homestead for
the replacement of the cedar shingle roof on the scullery and single storey addition
at the rear of the house as it will assist in the preservation of the structure.
2. That Council approve the alteration to the Glenview Mansion with the first phase of
the window restoration as it will assist in the preservation of the structure.
3. That Council approve the alteration to the Orchard Cadham House with the
replacement of the asphalt shingle roof with asphalt shingles as it will assist in the
preservation of the structure.
PBD -2017-23 — PLC -2017-001, Request for Removal of Part Lot Control Lots 49 &
51 and Blocks 57 & 55, Plan 59M-426, Chippawa West Phase 2 Subdivision.
Applicant: 1392927 Ontario Inc. ( aka Lancaster Homes)
The report recommends that Council approve the request and pass the by-law included
in tonight's agenda to designate Lots 49 & 51 and Blocks 57 & 65 Registered Plan 59M-
426, as exempt from Part Lot Control for a period of two years.
PBD -2017-25 - RFP -21-2017, Professional Services Contract, For Building
Renovation Design at the 4343 Morrison Street.
The report recommends the following:
1. That Council award the Professional Services contract, 4343 Morrison Street
Renovation to Raimondo + Associates Architects Inc. in the amount of $149,205
plus non-refundable H.S.T;
2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract
documents.
R&C-2017-08 — Revised Artificial Turf Field Allocation Policy
The report recommends that Council approve the revised Artificial Turf Field Allocation
Policy effective September 1, 2017.
R&C-2017-09 — Street Performance Pilot Project
The report recommends that a pilot project be initiated to introduce approved street
performers in designated BIA's. This project will run until December 2018
TS -2017-09 - Morrison Street at Optimist Square/ Adam's Centre Traffic
Operations Review
The report recommends that the installation of traffic control signals on Morrison Street
at Optimist Square / Adam's Centre be referred to the 2018 Capital Budget
deliberations.
TS -2017-17 — Update to Parking and Traffic By-law 89-2000 Regulatory Sign
Installations in New Subdivisions
The report recommends that the regulatory signs outlined in this report be approved for
the Southgate Estates Subdivision, second phase (third stage) of the Chippawa West
Subdivision and the second and third phases of the Oldfield Estates Subdivision.
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TS -2017-20 — School Bus Exemption to Heavy Vehicle Prohibitions
The report recommends that the definition of a "heavy vehicle" in Parking and Traffic
By-law 89-2000 be amended to exempt school buses from roads that are prohibited to
heavy vehicles.
TS -2017-21 — Cycling Facilities
The report is recommended for the information of Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor
Strange that the reports on the Consent agenda be approved as recommended.
Carried Unanimously
TS -2017-23 — McLeod Road at Wilson Crescent — Intersection Control Review
The report recommends that the information be received by Council.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Craitor, seconded by Councillor Morocco that
the recommended installation of a traffic signal, intersection pedestrian signal or a
pedestrian crossover at the intersection of McLeod Road at Wilson Crescent be sent
back to Regional Council, through Public Works, for cost sharing of this work.
Carried Unanimously
TS -2017-15 — Disabled Warning Signs
1. The report recommends That customized signs indicating specific physical,
developmental or behavioural conditions not be installed.
2. That the generic "Disabled Child — Person Area" sign continue to be installed
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Craitor, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo the matter be deferred to a future Council meeting.
Carried Unanimously
MAYOR'S REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Diodati extended condolences, to Deputy Fire Chief Jo Zambito on the
passing of his father Charlie Zambito; to Angela Davidson, a city employee on the
passing of her grandmother Claire Davidson and to the family of Rosemary Sharpe, a
retired city employee.
Mayor Diodati advised of recent events: Live with Kelly & Ryan such a great
success and look to host a show every year; Ottawa visit with CN officials to work on
solutions to CN rail lines dissecting City; GO announces travel packages to Niagara
Falls in celebration of Canada's 150th Metrolinx has partnered with Ripleys
Entertainment and The Niagara Parks Commissio. The next Council meeting will be
July 11, 2017.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Strange, seconded by Councillor
Campbell that Council support city staff to invite and work with international and
Canadian talk shows to help bring one show to Niagara Falls each year.
Carried Unanimously
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COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
1. Niagara Region— 2017 Tax Capping Policy
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Strange, seconded by Councillor Pietrangelo
that the information be received.
Carried Unanimously
2. Canadian Food Inspection Agency — Inspectors will be initiating a summer
residential survey for the Plum Pox Virus ( PPV)
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that the information be received.
Carried Unanimously
3. Canadian Deafblind Association Ontario Chapter — Request that the month of
June 2017be proclaimed as "Deafblind Awareness Month" in the City of Niagara
Falls.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor
Pietrangelo that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
4. Mental Health & Addictions — Hepatitis C Care Clinic — Request that July 28th
2017 be proclaimed as " 2017 World Hepatitis Awareness Day".
RECOMMENDATION: For the Approval of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councilor
Pietrangelo that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
5. Niagara Region — Bill 73 Requirement: Planning Advisory Committee.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Stange that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
6. Committee of Adjustment Vacancy — Attached memo from Acting City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Strange that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
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7. Niagara Region — Correspondence from the Ministry of Finance
correspondence regarding the Contraband Tobacco Trade
RECOMMENDATION: For the Information of Council
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ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Morocco that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
8. Regional Development Charges By-law — Refer to Correspondence from City of
Welland.
RECOMMENDATION: That Council endorse the City of Welland's recommendation
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Strange
that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
9. Relief to Noise By-law - 80th Birthday Party, 5926 Valley Way, Niagara Falls.
RECOMMENDATION: For the Consideration of Council
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor Kerrio
that the communication be approved.
Carried Unanimously
BY-LAWS
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Campbell that the by-laws be given a first reading.
Carried Unanimously
2017-55 A by-law to set and levy the rates of taxation for City purposes, for
Regional purposes, and for Education purposes for the year 2017.
2017-61 A by-law to authorize the execution of a Licence Renewal Agreement with
Her Majesty The Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by The
Minister of Infrastructure, respecting the use of the Hydro corridor adjacent
to City lands known as Don W. Johnson Park, for recreational purposes.
2017-62 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to rezone Lands DTC conditional
on the dwellings that are located on the Lands being demolished and
removed within two years of the passing of this by-law (AM -2016-018)
2017-63 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to regulate the Grotolla Court plan
of subdivision on the Lands (AM -2016-023).
2017-64 A by-law to provide for the adoption of Amendment No.124 to the City of
Niagara Falls Official Plan (AM -2017-007).
2017-65 A by-law to amend By-law No. 79-200, to prohibit certain uses through
regulatory provisions on the Lands identified as the source intake area for
drinking water in the City of Niagara Falls and to introduce new definitions
(AM -2017-007).
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2017-66 A by-law to designate Lots 49 and 51 and Blocks 57 and 65, Registered
Plan 59M-426, not be subject to part -lot control (PLC -2017-001).
2017-67 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.
2017-68 A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with Our Lady of
Mount Carmel Catholic Elementary School respecting the Adopt -A -
Program public service program for volunteers.
2017-69 A by-law to amend By-law No. 2005-070, being the Fence By-law.
2017-70 A by-law to amend by-law 2015-33, being a by-law to provide for citizen
appointments to certain Committees and Boards.
2017-71 A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with Niagara Falls
Soccer Club Inc., respecting the use of E.E. Mitchelson Park, located on
Springdale Avenue in the City of Niagara Falls.
2017-72 A By -Law to Authorize an Extension Agreement Relating to Inter -
Municipal Transit Services Within the Niagara Region.
2017-73 A by-law to authorize an application to The Regional Municipality of
Niagara for the issuance of debentures for The Corporation of the City of
Niagara Falls for the purpose of paying for the replacement of HVAC
system at the Niagara Falls Public Library main branch.
2017-74 A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking
and traffic on City Roads. ( Parking Prohibited, Limited Parking, Stop
Signs at Intersections) Dorchester Oldfield
2017-75 A by-law to amend By-law No. 89-2000, being a by-law to regulate parking
and traffic on City Roads. ( Parking Prohibited, Limited Parking, Stop
Signs at Intersections) Subdivision Agreements
2017-76 A by-law to fees and charges for various services, licences and
publications for the City of Niagara Falls.
2017-77 A by-law to authorize the payment of $30,202,198.46 for General
Purposes.
2017-78 A by-law to adopt, ratify and confirm the actions of City Council at its
meeting held on the 13th day of June, 2017.
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Pietrangelo, seconded by Councillor
Campbell that the by-laws be given a second and third reading.
NEW BUSINESS
Traffic on McLeod Road
Carried Unanimously
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Craitor, seconded by Councillor Morocco
that a letter be sent to Niagara Regional Police to address the traffic concerns in the
area of the City and ask for a heightened police presence and enforcement.
Carried Unanimously
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FCM Softwood Lumber Resolution
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Morocco, seconded by Councillor
Campbell that Council endorse the resolution that Niagara Falls City Council calls on the
Minister of Natural Resources to act immediately in mitigating the impact of U.S.-
imposed softwood lumber duties by providing emergency loan guarantees to assist
affected facilities, and to ensure adequate supports are provided to affected communities
and workers, including enhanced income and transition supports as well as special
Employment Insurance provisions, extended benefit periods and retraining supports for
advanced technologies in the forestry industry.
Carried Unanimously
Affordable Housing
ORDERED on the motion of Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor
Strange that staff reach out to the City of St. Catharines to look into the matter of an
Affordable Housing Action Plan and report back to Council.
Carried Unanimously
OREDERED on the motion of Councillor Strange, seconded by Councillor
Morocco that the meeting be adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
BILL MATSON, ACTING CITY CLERK
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Carried Unanimously
JAMES DIODATI, MAYOR