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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCIS Minutes - 2017-03-06 COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 CITY OF KITCHENER The Community and Infrastructure Services Committee met this date, commencing at 10:30 a.m. Present: Councillor B. Ioannidis - Chair Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors S. Davey, Y. Fernandes, K. Galloway-Sealock, J. Gazzola, Z. Janecki, S. Marsh, D. Schnider and P. Singh. Staff: J. Willmer, Chief Administrative Officer D. Chapman, Deputy CAO, Finance and Corporate Services M. May, Deputy CAO, Community Services C. Fletcher, Interim Executive Director, Infrastructure Services J. Readman, Interim Executive Director, Infrastructure Services C. Bluhm, Interim Executive Director, Economic Development J. Rehill, Fire Chief K. Kugler, Director, Sport & Cemeteries D. McGoldrick, Director, Operations Environmental Services K. Carmichael, Interim Director, Transportation Services S. Allen, Manager, Engineering Design and Approvals N. Gollan, Manager, Stormwater Utility K. Woodcock, Manager, Service Coordination & Improvement J. Young, Interim Manager, Downtown Development Event Specialist A. Mick, Utilities Water Engineer M. Parris, Landscape Architect R. Willms, Supervisor, Administration C. Goodeve, Committee Administrator D. Saunderson, Committee Administrator Pursuant to Chapter 25 (Procedure) of the Municipal Code, a motion was brought forward by Councillor Y. Fernandes to discuss Item 1, Councillor S. Marsh to discuss Item 2, and Councillor J. Gazzola to discuss Item 3, listed on the Agenda as Consent items, which were voted on and Carried. 1. INS-17-001 SUMMARY WATER REPORT JANUARY 1 DECEMBER 31, 2016 The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-001, dated February 1, 2017 regarding the 2016 City of Kitchener Summary Drinking Water report. Ms. A. Mick responded to questions from the Committee. On motion by Councillor Y. Fernandes - it was resolved: That the 2016 City of Kitchener Summary Drinking Water Report be received for information as required by O.Reg. 170/03 Schedule 22 of the Safe Drinking Water Act; and further, That the City of Kitchener provide a copy of the Summary Drinking Water report to the Township of Woolwich and the City of Waterloo as required by Schedule 22 of O.Reg. 170/03, as outlined in Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-001. 2. INS-17-016 NOISE EXEMPTION REGION OF WATERLOO STAGE 1 LIGHT RAIL PROJECT The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-016, dated February 9, 2017 recommending approval of a noise exemption to the Region of Waterloo for Stage 1 of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) project from February 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017. Councillor S. Marsh advised in the past she has had to deal with multiple noise complaints related to construction activities. She indicated in advance of the March 20, 2017 Council meeting, she will work with staff to determine if any further noise mitigation measures could be included as conditions to granting the requested exemption. On motion by Councillor Y. Fernandes - it was resolved: COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 9 - CITY OF KITCHENER 2. INS-17-016 - NOISE EXEMPTION REGION OF WATERLOO STAGE 1 - LIGHT RAIL PROJECT ( That the Region of Waterloo and its contractor(s) be exempt from the provisions of Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code Article 6 Construction Work during the Region of Waterloo Stage 1 Light Rail Project in the City of Kitchener, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. for the period of February 1, 2017 and ending December 31, 2017, as outlined in Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-016. 3. INS-17-019 REGIONAL LANDFILL LEACHATE FORCEMAIN The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-019, dated February 23, 2017 recommending approval of agreements with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo to run a Regional landfill leachate forcemain within City road allowances and corridors. Ms. Linda Churchill and Mr. Jerry Borovicka, Region of Waterloo, were in attendance and spoke in support of the recommendation contained in Report INS-17-019. Mr. Borovicka confirmed through this work the Region would provide improvements to the trail network, such that an existing gap in the trail would be completed. He added signage would be installed to direct pedestrian traffic to a detour while the work is being undertaken. He noted the project is scheduled to commence at the end of June 2017 and would last for approximately six months. On motion by Councillor Y. Fernandes - it was resolved: That the Chief Administrative Officer or a Deputy Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute agreements with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo related to the construction, operation and maintenance of a sanitary forcemain for the purposes of sewer east of Resurrection Park provided that any agreements or ancillary documents are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, as outlined in Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-019 4. INS-17-018 BALZER CREEK TRAIL The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-018, dated February 13, 2017 recommending approval for construction of a multi-use pathway as part of the Balzer Creek Restoration project. Messrs. N. Gollan and M. Parris gave a presentation, advising this project was initiated in 2014 to address significant risk to critical infrastructure and severe stream erosion, exposing existing sewer infrastructure. One of the objectives was to connect the existing trail system in reaches 1 and 3 of the study area with the proposed trail through reach 2 as identified in the Multi-use Pathways and Trails Master Plan. Mr. Parris advised during the study, some concerns were raised by residents about the proposed multi-use trail along reach 2, which is proposed to be located near the rear property lines homes on Brisbane Drive and Brisbane Court. He indicated that in response to those concerns, the trail was moved to the furthest location possible from the rear yards while maintaining access to manholes and staying on City property. He added enhanced plantings are proposed to provide a visual and physical buffer between the rear yards and the trail. He noted the staff recommendation provides an opportunity to connect multiple communities, achieves the goals of the Multi-use Pathway Master Plan, and is supported by the Cycling and Trails Advisory Committee. Mr. Karl Wolf, area resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed multiuse pathway within Balzer Creek Greenway, expressing concerns related to: increased pedestrian traffic; access to rear yards; invasion of privacy; possible decrease in property value; and, a perception that there may be an increased potential for vandalism and theft. He indicated that home owners adjacent to Balzer Creek Greenway paid an $18,000. lot upgrade charge for the benefit of backing onto Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) protected land, and it was COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 10 - CITY OF KITCHENER 4. INS-17-018 BALZER CREEK TRAIL ( communicated to them at purchase, nothing would ever be built on this land. He commented the residents of Brisbane Drive and Brisbane Court do not question need for access to sewer features and concede that access routes must be built on the easement to protect infrastructure. He suggested an alternative to ensure trail connectivity could be to omit the boardwalk section and direct pedestrian traffic to utilize the sidewalks on Brisbane Drive and Brisbane Court. He added parking could be prohibited on the south side of those streets to enable the installation of a bicycle lane. He noted sidewalks could be utilized all year and the proposed alternative route would result in cost reduction as there would be no need to construct the boardwalk. He asked that should the City decide to move forward with the staff chain link fence along the rear yards of the effected properties. He suggested that alternatively the City could provide for and engineering approval for residents if they chose to build individual retaining walls and/or fence options. In response to questions, Mr. Parris advised the proposed trail is similar to other trails installed delineate pathways from the rear yards of residential properties. Councillor P. Singh entered the meeting. In response to questions regarding the alternative route proposed by Mr. Wolf, Ms. D. McGoldrick advised, in consultation with Transportation Services, concerns were identified with this proposal in relation to the change in elevation from the maintenance access trail to Brisbane Court. She noted while it would be feasible to direct cycling and pedestrian traffic to use the sidewalks, this is not ideal given the grade differential. A motion was brought forward by Councillor J. Gazzola to approve the alternative route proposed by Mr. Wolf to provide for the maintenance access, but utilize the sidewalks on Brisbane Drive and Brisbane Court. Councillor P. Singh requested that information be provided in advance of the March 20, 2017 Council meeting regarding the potential cost of installing fencing. Questions were raised regarding the proposed plantings that would be used to provide a visual barrier and Mr. Parris agreed to work with area residents to review the kinds of vegetation that would be utilized to address privacy concerns. Councillor Gazzola requested that his motion be considered on a recorded vote. Councillor motion was voted on and was LOST on a recorded vote, with Councillors J. Gazzola and Z. Janecki voting in favour; and, Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors K. Galloway-Sealock, S. Marsh, Y. Fernandes, D. Schnider, P Singh, S. Davey and B. Ioannidis voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was not in attendance and accordingly did not vote. Councillor K. Galloway-Sealock brought the recommendation contained in Report INS-17-018 forward for consideration. Responding to questions, Ms. C. Fletcher agreed to provide additional information prior to the th March 20 Council meeting regarding possible fencing options to assist with mitigating the concerns raised by the effected residents. The following motion was voted on and was Carried on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors K. Galloway-Sealock, S. Marsh, Y. Fernandes, Z. Janecki, D. Schnider, P Singh, S. Davey and B. Ioannidis voting in favour; and, Councillor J. Gazzola voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was not in attendance and accordingly did not vote. On motion by Councillor K. Galloway-Sealock - it was resolved: COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 11 - CITY OF KITCHENER 4. INS-17-018 BALZER That the proposed type 2 multi-use pathway along reach 2 of Balzer Creek, located between Homer Watson Boulevard and Fallowfield Drive, be approved, as outlined in Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-018. 5. INS-17-008 BALL DIAMOND IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-008, dated February 23, 2017 recommending improvements to the ball diamonds at Upper Canada Park and the installation of lights at two ball diamonds at Breithaupt Park. nt inventory of ball diamonds is insufficient to meet short and medium term needs of user groups. He stated the City requires an additional 1.5 diamonds to meet current demand; and, an additional 6 diamonds are required to meet demand by 2021. He added this could be addressed by building new diamonds or lighting existing facilities. He indicated through a Diamond Time Allocation Review it was identified an equivalent 0.5 gain in inventory could be achieved by shifting the schedule and re-allocating booking opportunities. He added the equivalent of 1 additional diamond could be gained by adding lights to two diamonds at Breithaupt Park. He noted this is the most cost-effective means to increase the diamond inventory. Mr. Ron Mooibroek, Kitchener Minor Baseball Association (KMBA), gave a presentation in support of the installation of the lights at Breithaupt Park. He advised registration has increased year over year and is projected to keep growing. He noted players are being turned away each year due to lack of fields and Rep teams have lost the opportunity to practice in Kitchener during the season. He stated by adding lights to Breithaupt Park additional diamond times are available and they could accommodate more players. He added it would also keep the Park active longer into the evening thereby reducing the opportunity for vandalism. In response to questions, Mr. Mooibroek confirmed the oldest players in the KMBA are 18 years old, noting it is mostly children and their parents who attend the games. He advised KMBA has a strict code of conduct for our players and fans, and acknowledged that most games would be over by 10:00 p.m. He indicated that he would be open to applying a time limit to the games that would be played under the lights. He further agreed to direct people to utilize the parking lot at the community center, as oppose to area streets. Mr. Evan Cancelliere and Ms. Patti Moses addressed the Committee and submitted a petition signed by 44 area residents opposed to the installation of lights at Breithaupt Park. They indicated baseball diamonds currently represent an extreme disruption to the neighbourhood, such as noise, littering, trespassing, constant pinging of balls, traffic and cars blocking driveways, public intoxication and urination. It was suggested those issues would be exacerbated by extending playing hours of the baseball diamonds through the installation of lights. Concerns were expressed that adding lights would extend an already disruptive 12 hours of play over the summer, with no respite in the evenings to allow residents to enjoy their yards in peace. In response to questions, Ms. Moses advised that banning parking on the area streets could potentially address the issue of cars blocking driveways; however, the other issues would still exist. She expressed concerns that it may not be possible to mitigate those issues. Responding to questions, Ms. D. McGoldrick advised the City had received very few complaints and staff were not aware of the extent of those concerns. She stated that some issues could be potentially addressed through maintenance, such as the addition of portable toilets, while others would require the involvement of By-law Enforcement staff. She noted staff are committed to working with residents to address their issues. Responding to questions regarding the current ball diamond inventory, Ms. K. Kugler indicated there are currently no other locations where lights could be installed that would not negatively impact other user groups and yield an increase in the overall inventory. She stated the only other alternative would be to build more ball diamonds. COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 12 - CITY OF KITCHENER 5. INS-17-008 A motion was brought forward by Councillor S. Marsh to defer consideration of Clause 2 of the recommendation contained in Report INS-17-008 to the March 20, 2017 Council meeting to allow time for staff to consult with area residents regarding possible measures to mitigate the impact of the proposed lights at Breithaupt Park. Carried. Concerns were expressed that two weeks would not provide a sufficient amount of time to deal with the issues raised by the residents and it might be preferable to have this matter come back to the April 3, 2017 Committee meeting. Councillor S. Marsh brought forward a motion to reconsider her previous deferral to extend the timing to April 3, 2017, which was voted on and was Carried by the required 2/3 of members present. A motion was brought forward by Councillor Marsh to defer consideration of Clause 2 to the April 3, 2017 Community and Infrastructure Services Committee meeting, which was voted on and was Carried. Councillor Y. Fernandes requested that Clause 1 of the recommendation contained in Report INS-17-008 be considered on a recorded vote. Clause 1 was voted on and was Carried Unanimously on a recorded vote by all members present. On motion by Councillor S. Marsh - it was resolved: That the four ball diamonds and one blast ball diamond located in Upper Canada Park be realigned with upgraded playing fields, back stops, irrigation and infrastructure for future lights, as outlined in Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17-008; and further, That consideration of the following motion be deferred to the April 3, 2017 Community and Infrastructure Services Committee meeting: to allow time for staff to consult with area residents regarding possible measures to mitigate the impact of the proposed lights: That lights be installed at two ball diamonds in Breithaupt Park to address the immediate need for ball diamond inventory and to begin to close the gap between demand and availability of diamond inventory as part of a longer term, city-wide ball diamond inventory management strategy, as outlined in Infrastructure Services Department report INS-17- 6. CSD-17-017 KITCHENER FIRE DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN 2017-2022 The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-17-017, dated February 16, 2017 recommending approval of the Kitchener Fire Department Master Plan (KFDMP) as the guiding document for the Kitchener Fire Department. Mr. Pete Lennox, Community Representative, Kitchener Fire Department Master Plan Project Team, addressed the Committee in support of the recommendation contained in Report CSD- 17-017. He stated this process gave him personal insight into how the Fire Department operates and the valued service it provides to the community. perspective, the community is well served by this organization, noting he looks forward to the benefits that will materialize as a result of the Kitchener Fire Master Plan. Due to time constraints, it was identified that this matter would need to be referred to the April 3, 2017 Committee meeting. COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 13 - CITY OF KITCHENER 6. CSD-17-017 KITCHENER FIRE DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN 2017- On motion by Mayor B. Vrbanovic - it was resolved: That consideration of the following motion be deferred to the April 3, 2017 Community and Infrastructure Services Committee meeting: Appendix A to Community Services Department report CSD-17-017, be approved as the guiding document for the Kitchener Fire Department; and that staff be directed to refer implementation of the strategic and operational actions to the departmental business planning process as The Committee recessed at 1:32 p.m. and reconvened at 2:13 p.m., Chaired by Councillor B. Ioannides with all members present, except Councillors F. Etherington and K. Galloway-Sealock. 7. CSD-17-016 2017 COMMUNITY GRANTS TIER 2 The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-17-016, dated February 16, 2017 recommending approval of the 2017 Tier 2 Community Grants and that specific organizations move to the Tier 1 grant process for the 2018 grant year. Ms. R. Willms and Mr. J. Young were in attendance and responded to questions from the Committee. In addition, the Committee was in receipt this date of information materials from the following appeal groups: The Royal Medieval Faire; For Hungarians in Canada Association; The Healing of the 7 Generations; and, the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region. Ms. K. Woodcock provided an overview of the Report, noting to ensure fairness and equity in the application process late applications are not accepted or reviewed. She indicated the deadline date and times are firm and communicated frequently. She further advised the review committee is of the opinion that applicants should not be permitted to provide additional, revised and/or new information on appeal to Council, stating it would provide those groups additional time to revise their submissions, which is unfair to other applicants that prepared their materials in full and submitted them by the application deadline. Ms. Sue Nally, Irish Real Life Festival, addressed the Committee in opposition to the Peer & Staff Review Com group not receive funding through the 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant Program. She provided an overview of the Festival for 2017, noting she had reviewed the concerns raised by the Peer & Staff Review Committee and acknowledged there may have been some lack of clarity in her application. In response to questions, Ms. Nally advised she did not submit the necessary financial statements with the grant application. She further advised she could circulate financial statements breaking down the cost of the performers scheduled for their events prior to the Council meeting. Councillor K. Galloway-Sealock entered the meeting at this time. Ms. Marie-Pascale Desjardins, Ms. Karen Oddson and Ms. Givera Brown, Royal Medieval Faire, addressed the Committee in opposition to the Peer & Staff Review Com recommendation that the group not receive funding through the 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant program. Ms. Brown noted the Royal Medieval Faire has received grant funding for three years starting in 2014 and in her opinion the only reason the application was not considered for funding in 2017 was due to a submission error related their application and the application being deemed incomplete. She noted Council was in receipt this date of an updated budget statement for the Faire and requested that their application be reconsidered on its entire merits. Questions were raised regarding the event location, Ms. Oddson advised currently the event is a one-day event held in Waterloo Park. She noted they would not be opposed to consider having the event in Kitchener if an opportunity was presented. COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 14 - CITY OF KITCHENER 7. CSD-17-016 Ms. Kathy Takacs, For Hungarians in Canada Association, addressed the Committee in opposition to the Peer & Staff Review Com group not receive funding through the 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant Program. She played a video presentation highlighting the Hungarian ia, noting the grant funding would assist with the concert tour, including accommodations, transportation and meals, noting it is anticipated that the H will host two free events in Kitchener that are open to the public. Mr. Marc Lecompte, Night\\Shift Placehacking Festival, addressed the Committee in opposition to the recommended allocation of $7,500. ($4,000. cash; $3,500. in-kind), noting they were hoping to receive a larger cash contribution to their grant fund than was being proposed. He stated it would be their preference to receive $7,500. ($5,000. cash; $2,500. in-kind). Ms. Sara Casselman and Ms. Joan Tuchlinsky, Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region, addressed the Committee in opposition to the Peer & St recommendation that the group not receive funding through the 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant Program. Ms. Tuchlinsky advised their requested grant funding is intended to help support their Male Allies Program, which in their opinion, fits under community services and development and reflects the City of Kitchener Strategic Plan for Safe & Thriving Neighbourhoods. She provided a brief overview of the program, noting the funding would assist with staffing/benefits and resources to operate the program that currently has a wait-list of participants. Ms. Casselman advised further the program is intended to transform systems which promote gender-based and create safer communities. Ms. Rebecca Sargent and Ms. Donne Dubie, The Healing of the 7 Generations, addressed the Committee in opposition to the recommended allocation of $1,000. (cash), noting they were requesting $10,000. to host events, purchase medical devices for Indigenous Seniors and funding to operate a food bank for Indigenous Persons. Ms. Arlene Thomas and Ms. Amanda Lowry, The Multicultural Theatre Space, addressed the Committee in opposition to the Peer & Staff Review Com group not receive funding through the 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant program. Ms. Thomas advised the Peer & Staff Review Committee denied the grant request on the grounds the project was deemed part of regular activities that are already receiving funding through the Tier 1 Community Grant program. She stated although they already receive grant funding for the IMPACT festival, their Tier 2 Community grant request is intended to expand the IMPACT festival beyond its regular programming to include a new segment entitled Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA), noting they were seeking in-kind support for facility rentals, printing, signage, transportation and parking. In response to questions, Councillor S. Marsh advised in-kind grant support could not be offered through the Tier 2 Community Grant program for facility space offered by the Kitchener Public Library (KPL). She noted the KPL often partners with organizations to offer in-kind facility space at the library and offered to connect The Multicultural Theatre Space with staff from the library that may be able to assist them with in-kind support for the expansion of the IMPACT festival. Councillor J. Gazzola brought forward the motion to approve the recommendation as outlined in Report CSD-17-016. motion to allocate a 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant in the amount of $4,000. (cash) to the Irish Real Life Festival; a 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant in the amount of $1,500. (cash) to Royal Medieval Faire; a 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant in the amount of $7,500. ($5,000. cash; $2,500. in-kind) rather than the Peer recommendation of $7,500. ($4,000. cash; $3,500. in-kind) for Night\\Shift Placehacking Festival; and, to transfer the remaining balance to the Special Events Division to assist with a City event for the Canada 150 celebration. Councillor Y. Fernandes brought forward a further amendment to Councillor motion to approve a 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant for The Healing of the 7 Generations in the amount of $2,000. (cash) rather than the Peer recommendation of $1,000. (cash). COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 15 - CITY OF KITCHENER 7. CSD-17-016 approve a 2017 Tier 2 Community Grant in the amount of $2,500. ($1,000. cash; $1,500. in- kind) to the For Hungarians in Canada Association. For Hungarians in Canada Association was then voted on and LOST on a tie on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors B. Ioannidis, P. Singh, S. Marsh and Y. Fernandes voting in favour, and Councillors S. Davey, D. Schnider, K. Galloway-Sealock, Z. Janecki and J. Gazzola voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was absent and accordingly did not vote. of the 7 Generations was then voted on and Carried on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors B. Ioannidis, P. Singh, S. Marsh, K. Galloway-Sealock and Y. Fernandes voting in favour, and Councillors D. Schnider, Z. Janecki, J. Gazzola and S. Davey voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was absent and accordingly did not vote. Carried on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors B. Ioannidis, P. Singh, S. Marsh, K. Galloway-Sealock and Y. Fernandes voting in favour, and Councillors D. Schnider, Z. Janecki, J. Gazzola and S. Davey voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was absent and accordingly did not vote. Councillor S. Carried on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors B. Ioannidis, P. Singh, S. Marsh, K. Galloway-Sealock and Y. Fernandes voting in favour, and Councillors D. Schnider, Z. Janecki, J. Gazzola and S. Davey voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was absent and accordingly did not vote. \\Shift Placehacking Festival was then voted on and Carried on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors B. Ioannidis, S. Marsh, S. Davey, K. Galloway-Sealock and Y. Fernandes voting in favour, and Councillors D. Schnider, Z. Janecki, J. Gazzola and P. Singh voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was absent and accordingly did not vote. Councilluse of the balance of the funding was then voted on and LOST on a tie on a recorded vote, with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors B. Ioannidis, P. Singh, S. Davey and S. Marsh voting in favour, and Councillors D. Schnider, Y. Fernandes, K. Galloway-Sealock, Z. Janecki and J. Gazzola voting in opposition. Councillor F. Etherington was absent and accordingly did not vote. The following motion was then voted on and was Carried Unanimously on a recorded vote with all members present. On motion by Councillor J. Gazzola - it was resolved: That 2017 Community Grants Tier 2 in the amount of $161,736. be approved, as outlined in Appendix A attached to Community Services Department report CSD-17- 016, with the following changes: a. That Lost & Found Theatre Inc. has withdrawn its grant request ($2,000.); b. That the 2017 Community Grant Tier 2 to the Healing of the 7 Generations be increased from $1,000. (cash) to $2,000. (cash); c. That the Irish Real Life Festival be granted a 2017 Community Grant Tier 2 in the amount of $4,000. (cash); d. That the Royal Medieval Faire be granted a 2017 Community Grant Tier 2 in the amount of $1,500. (cash); COMMUNITY &INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEEMINUTES MARCH 6, 2017 - 16 - CITY OF KITCHENER 7. CSD-17-016 e. That the 2017 Community Grant Tier 2 for Night\\Shift Placehacking Festival be amended from $7,500. ($4,000. cash; $3,500. in-kind) to $7,500. ($5,000. cash; $2,500. in-kind); and, That the following organizations be approved to move to the Tier 1 grant process effective the 2018 grant year: Bring on the Sunshine; Chicopee Outreach Program (COPS); Inter Arts Matrix; K-W Poetry Slam; Strong Start Charitable Organization; WMB Church (The Dwelling Place); and further, That the outstanding balance of $24,818. remaining in the account be posted as a positive variance at the end of the year and then transferred into the Tax Stabilization Reserve Fund (TSRF). 8. ADJOURNMENT On motion, this meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m. C. Goodeve D. Saunderson Committee Administrator Committee Administrator