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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-04-11COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 CITY OF KITCHENER The Community and Infrastructure Services Committee met this date, commencing at 1:45 p.m. Present: Councillor K. Galloway - Chair Mayor C. Zehr and Councillors S. Davey, J. Gazzola, Y. Fernandes, P. Singh, B. Ioannidis, F. Etherington, D. Glenn-Graham. Staff: C. Ladd, Chief Administrative Officer J. Willmer, Deputy CAO, Community Services D. Chapman, Deputy CAO, Finance & Corporate Services P. Houston, Deputy CAO, Infrastructure Services R. Regier, Executive Director, Economic Development G. Murphy, Director of Engineering S. Turner, Director of By-law Enforcement T. Beckett, Fire Chief G. Mann, Deputy Fire Chief S. Usher, Deputy Fire Chief T. Ruggle, Chief Fire Prevention Officer J. Sheryer, Assistant City Solicitor D. Lupsa, Manager, Design & Construction Project K. Woodcock, Manager, Service Coordination & Improvement K. Carmichael, Supervisor of Traffic and Parking R. Willms, Supervisor of Administration D. Ritz, Supervisor, Design/Development W. Sleeth, Landscape Architect D. Gilchrist, Committee Administrator 1. CSD-11-045 - AGREEMENT WITH MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION - AUTHORIZED REQUESTOR The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-11-045, dated April 4, 2011, recommending that the City enter into an agreement with the Ministry of Transportation which will allow City staff electronic access to the Ministry’s vehicle ownership database. In response to a question from Councillor Gazzola, Mr. Turner advised that privacy is an element that is covered in the agreement; further, there are many situations in which this information would be useful beyond derelict vehicles. On motion by Councillor B. Ioannidis - it was resolved: “ That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an Authorized Requestor Agreement with the Ministry of Transportation, subject to the satisfaction of the Office of the City Solicitor, to obtain vehicle ownership information relating to by-law enforcement investigations.” 2. DELEGATION - BY-LAW ENFORCMENT - INVOICE ISSUE - 195 HIGHLAND ROAD EAST Mr. Stilling addressed the Committee about a letter he received from Mr. S. Turner concerning an invoice for clean-up of 195 Highland Road. He stated that the property can not be seen from the road. He advised that he received a copy of a plan from Ms. L. Ross of the City’s Planning Division and from that plan he was able to determine that staff cleaned up land that was not actually part of 195 Highland Road. Consequently, he sent Mr. Turner an invoice for $1842.00 for cleaning up someone else’s property. Councillor Galloway advised that if Mr. Stilling is disputing the invoice he received, he has legal options and that Council does not get involved in this type of issues. 3. CSD-11-049 - 2011 COMMUNITY GRANTS - TIER 2 REQUESTS - NERUDA PRODUCTIONS - STECKLE HERITAGE FARM The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-11-049, dated April 6, 2011, providing information about the amount of grant funding recommended and approved for Neruda Productions and Steckle Heritage Farm in 2011. A delegation from each of these COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 28 - CITY OF KITCHENER 3. CSD-11-049 - 2011 COMMUNITY GRANTS - TIER 2 REQUESTS - NERUDA PRODUCTIONS - STECKLE HERITAGE FARM (CONT’D) organizations was in attendance this date, as they had not been able to attend this Committee’s March 21, 2011 meeting, when Tier 2 Grants were considered. Ms. K. Woodcock th presented this report, noting that at its March 28 meeting Council approved all the Tier 2 grants, including the grants for Neruda Productions and Steckle Heritage Farm. Today the Committee can hear the delegations from each of these organizations; however, can not make any changes to the grant amounts. If a member of the Committee wishes to have the grant amount changed, they can give notice of motion that they wish to reconsider the grant at next week’s Council meeting. Ms. I. Cisterna, Neruda Productions, was in attendance to represent their Tier 2 grant application. She advised that Neruda Productions has been working in this Region for the last 10 years and the City has been indispensible to them. They have played an important part in the revitalization of the downtown and have contributed to the life of many immigrants. Ms. Cisterna advised that 80% of their programming is in Kitchener and this year they are planning 4 productions, 6 workshops and 2 festivals. Ms. Cisterna advised that they are not here to ask for more money but are requesting that Council remove the conditions attached to the $6,000 th, grant that was approved on March 28as $3,000 for the freedom festival is not enough. In response to Councillor Fernandes’ question about the Creative Enterprise Enabling Organization, Ms. Cisterna advised that she has participated in their workshops and will work with them in an administrative way; however, they will not be ready to fund Neruda in time as this funding is needed right away. In response to Mayor Zehr’s question about the Kites of Joy Festival, Ms. Cisterna advised that every year Tapestry decreases funding and this year the decrease is significant. So, if they can not do a really good job, it is not worth doing. Mayor Zehr questioned Neruda’s potential income, as identified in their application and Ms. Cisterna advised that they received and $8,000 cash grant from the City of Waterloo, $5,000 for programming and $3,000 for operating. Mayor Zehr then questioned where they would use the $6,000 grant if the conditions are removed and Ms. Cisterna advised that they would like to put the money where it is most th needed. As this year is their 10 anniversary, they are doing extra performances with performers from out of town and in order to put these shows together they need flexibility. Councillor Etherington stated that Neruda’s productions are excellent and he would like the City to provide them with more support. He questioned Ms .Cisterna as to what amount of funding they would like if they can not have the full amount of their grant request. Ms. Cisterna responded that they need at least $6,000 for the festival, so in total they would like to have $12,000. Councillor Etherington gave Notice of Motion that he will introduce a motion at the April 18, 2011 Council meeting that Council reconsider the 2011 Community Grant Tier 2 in the amount of $6,000 for Neruda Productions for Arts, Culture and Community. Councillor Gazzola stated that Ms. Cisterna had offered to compromise on the grant already awarded by Council, if she could use the money as she saw fit. Ms. Cisterna advised that if Neruda does not receive its necessary funding from the City of Kitchener, it is a sign that the City does not live by what it says with respect to community and diversity. Councillor Fernandes referred to the City staff costs for Kites of Joy and Councillor Glenn- Graham suggested that Council could choose to give an in-kind grant for that amount. Ms. K. Cressman-Buck, Steckle Heritage Farm, was in attendance to represent their grant application and in opposition to staff’s recommended grant. Ms. Cressman-Buck advised that the farm is not solely an educational or recreational facility and what they do at the farm is incredibly important in terms of community and family building.Also, this farm is one of the COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 29 - CITY OF KITCHENER 3. CSD-11-049 - 2011 COMMUNITY GRANTS - TIER 2 REQUESTS - NERUDA PRODUCTIONS - STECKLE HERITAGE FARM (CONT’D) very few urban farms that exist. She stated that the Steckle Heritage Farm is just as important as The Museum. She advised that they are endeavouring to improve the community and the farm is a community resource. Ms. Cressman-Buck advised that the property was donated to the foundation by Jean Steckle and it was clarified that part of the land was donated by the City of Kitchener. Councillor Gazzola questioned what is different in their situation this year. Ms. Cressman- Buck advised that they are trying to create a space that is an integralpart of Kitchener. She stated that when Jean Steckle was alive she paid for the operation of the farm but now the foundation needs to create long term partnerships. She stated that the farm is just as important as Doon Heritage Crossroads and it is something that no other municipality has. In response to a question about funding from other municipalities, Ms. Cressman-Buck advised that they do not receive funding from any other governments except for $1,500 from the province for a summer job placement. Respecting the school boards, Ms. Cressman-Buck advised that they pay when their students come to the farm. Councillor Gazzola questioned whether the farm is eligible for a grant for the cost of taxes and Ms. Cressman-Buck was encouraged to contact the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation concerning their charitable status. A brief discussion then took place concerning the timing for giving Notice of Motion. 4. INS-11-019 - ANNUAL AUDIT REPORT 2010 - MASTER STORMWATER MANAGEMENT POLICY The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-11-019, dated March 16, 2011, concerning the 2010 Annual Audit report on Stormwater Management. Mr. G. Murphy introduced the report and Ms. N. Weber of AECOM presented the annual audit. Mayor Zehr questioned how often a stormwater management pond is cleaned or retrofitted. Ms. Weber responded that retrofits are only required when a pond has not been designed to current guidelines. As for cleaning, this is done every 7 to 20 years and depends on the type of use draining into the pond. Councillor J. Gazzola questioned if the audit is required every year or if there is potential to increase the time in between to 3 years. Mr. G. Murphy advised that Council’s policy currently provides that an audit be done annually. He noted, however, that there may be potential for some components of information to be audited less often. Mr. Murphy suggested that as part of the policy review in 2011, the frequency and what is actually audited be re-visited, following which recommendations could be brought forward for Council’s consideration as to the potential to extend the timing of an audit. Councillor Gazzola questioned how the cash-in-lieu fee is derived and was advised that the fee is based on the cost to construct/retrofit SWM quality control facilities in a specific area and in 2009 the calculation was modified to include land costs with the costs of construction of the SWM pond on the basis of a charge per ha. Councillor Gazzola inquired if the public has opportunity to give input into the cash-in-lieu fee, raising concerns with the public being subject to this fee, as well as monthly SWM rates. Mr. Murphy advised that all fees are approved annually by Council through a public process and pointed out that while the cash-in-lieu fee has increased over the past 3 years, it is still not in reach of the target level of $75,350/ha derived through cost analysis. He stated that at this time, it is uncertain what an appropriate balance should be between the target figure and the actual fee to be charged but suggested the fee should be no more than the true costs associated with construction of the SWM pond. Mr. Murphy further clarified that the cash-in- lieu fee is directly related to infill/redevelopment sites driven by development and what is required to implement SWM quality control at those locations; whereas, the monthly SWM rates relate to maintenance of existing operations and associated capital projects which are outside of growth development. Councillor Gazzola requested clarification of the increase in expenditures in 2009 and was advised that opportunity for installation of 5 oil/grit separator COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 30 - CITY OF KITCHENER 4. INS-11-019 - ANNUAL AUDIT REPORT 2010 - MASTER STORMWATER MANAGEMENT POLICY (CONT’D) units in conjunction with road reconstruction projects occurred, together with retrofit of the Kriszanderson Pond. Councillor Gazzola inquired if new development contributes to the cost of installations. Mr. Murphy advised it does not, pointing out that this fee does not apply to greenfield development but rather only to infill / redevelopment sites. Councillor Fernandes questioned whether there has been a reduction in chloride in the water and was advised that there has not been a significant drop this year, with Montgomery and Schneider Creeks being the most affected. Part of the program is to track this over time. On motion by Councillor B. Ioannidis - it was resolved: “That the 2010 Stormwater Management Annual Audit Report, prepared by AECOM be received and endorsed; and further, That staff review Stormwater Management Policy I-1135, dated December 10, 2001 and present recommendation to Council on or before December 31, 2011.” 5. INS-11-035 - UPPER CANADA DRIVE - TRAFFIC CALMING The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-11-035, March 25, 2011, recommending traffic calming measures for Upper Canada Drive along with parking and stopping prohibitions on specified portions of the street. It was noted that residents of Upper Canada Drive had been invited to attend this meeting. Mr. K. Carmichael presented this report. On motion by Councillor Y. Fernandes- it was resolved: “That the following traffic calming measures be installed on Upper Canada Drive: Spring/summer/fall speed hump near #25 Upper Canada Drive; and, Raised crosswalk in front of Pioneer Park Public School (near #60 Upper Canada Drive); and, Speed hump near #76 Upper Canada Drive; and, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended to prohibit: stopping between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday on the west side of Upper Canada Drive between a point 280 metres north of Doon Village Road and Farrier Drive; and, stopping at anytime on both sides of Upper Canada Drive between Doon Village Road and a point 15 metres north thereof; and, parking at anytime on the east side of Upper Canada Drive from a point 75 metres north of Doon Village Road to a point 45 metres north thereof.” 6. CSD-11-052 - ARTS AND CULTURE SUSTAINABILITY FUND The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-11-052, dated April 6, 2011, recommending which arts and culture organizations should receive funding from the Arts and Culture Sustainability Fund in 2011. Mr. J. Willmer presented this report, noting that Council has already approved the total amount for the Sustainability Fund through the budget process. The purpose of the fund is to develop community vitality to help attract talent to this City. He advised that this year 10% of the fund is being recommended as an investment for the Enabling Organization. He also advised that the Region and the City of Waterloo are in agreement with this approach and are following our example. Further, the new CAO of the Enabling Organization will be bringing forward a strategy this fall. Mr. Willmer thenbrought forward a slight revision to the staff COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 31 - CITY OF KITCHENER 6. CSD-11-052 - ARTS AND CULTURE SUSTAINABILITY FUND (CONT’D) recommendation: the Creative Enterprise Enabling Organization’s funding be changed to $20,000 and the Symphony’s funding be changed to $40,000. Councillor Gazzola questioned what has already been approved by Council and Mr. Willmer advised that the following 2011 Tier 1 grants have been approved: The Art Gallery - $244,000, the Symphony - $184,000 and The Museum - $107,000 in-kind. In response to questions from the Committee, Ms. Ladd advised that the Enabling Organization does not deal with recreational grants but looks at the sustainability of arts and culture organizations. Further, the new CAO is aggressively looking at an investment strategy. Councillor Gazzola requested a summary of the grants given by the City over the last 5-6 years: arts, culture and recreational grants. Ms. Ladd stated that it was clear from the introduction of the Creative Enterprises Organization that they had no intention of replacing municipal funding. Over the next 2 years this will be an on-going discussion. Councillor Davey asked that in addition, staff provide a comparison with grant funding by other municipalities for the same time period as Councillor Gazzola has asked for. Councillor Etherington requested clarification as to whether the sustainability funding has been divided between these groups in the same proportion as their Tier 1 grants. Ms. Ladd responded that the Symphony and the Art Gallery have received more money from the City on an on-going basis. The Museum receives in-kind grants and is catching up with respect to cash grants. She stated that we are all trying to give the same amount. Further, the private sector will match what the municipalities contribute. Councillor Fernandes noted that the recommendation states that the grants are to be one time grants; however, Ms Ladd is stating that they will be annual grants. Mr. Willmer responded that at this time the staff recommendation is for one time grants. In response to Councillor Singh, Ms. Ladd advised that the Region and the City of Waterloo are giving $1 per capita and the City of Cambridge will start to do so in 2012. She stated that she does not know who the region and city of Waterloo are funding. Further, the funding amounts were decided last year through discussions with the other municipalities. As a group it was decided that it is important to sustain our anchor organizations. Councillor Singh questioned why some of this funding is going to the Creative Enterprise and Ms. Ladd advised there are on-going discussions as to whether this organization will have a creative arm. Mr. D. Struke, President, The Museum, was in attendance and advised that The Museum is one anchor organization that has no operating funding in anyone’s base budget. He stated that in order to get funding they reviewed their strategy and moved away from being only a children’s museum. They also changed their board of directors. Councillor Gazzola questioned the $107,000 in operating funding that The Museum received from the City of Kitchener and Mr. Struke responded that an in-kind grant is provided by the City for building maintenance. Ms. J. Stephens-Wells, President of the Board of Directors for the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation. She spoke of the benefits the art gallery offers this community. In response to questions from Councillor Fernandes, Ms. Stephens-Wells advised that their annual operating grant from the City is $244,000. If the additional $40,000 is not approved, the art gallery will have to reduce the services it provides to the community. Ms. Stephens-Wells advised that they are aggressive in their fundraising and they are trying to get funding from the Region. COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 32 - CITY OF KITCHENER 6. CSD-11-052 - ARTS AND CULTURE SUSTAINABILITY FUND (CONT’D) Ms. G. Twomey, Executive Director, Kitchener Waterloo Symphony, was in attendance and thanked the City for its annual operating grant. She advised that they have strengthened significantly over the last few years and have been able to reduce their debt. She noted that the additional funding of $40,000 has allowed them to partner with Mosaic. Mayor Zehr put forward the recommendation in the staff report as amended by Mr. Willmer this date. He stated that it is important to support our anchor organizations and noted that they have tried to increase their own revenues. He urged Council to support his motion. Councillor Gazzola stated that he did not support this fund at budget and will not support it at this time. He advised that his difficulty is that he does not understand what is being done. He was of the understanding that sustainability would be offered to all arts groups. He advised that he needs to truly understand what the City is being asked to do. He then requested a recorded vote. Councillor Fernandes put forward a motion of deferral, to next week’s Council meeting, pending receipt of the information requested earlier in this meeting. Councillor Etherington advised that he agrees with the Mayor’s motion; however, he continues to be puzzled by what the Enabling Organization does and is intended to do. Mayor Zehr stated that a great deal of information has been given and the City is giving these grants this year pending the development of a mechanism and strategy being developed by the Creative Enterprise Organization. Further, it is through the Creative Enterprise Organization that we are trying to leverage additional funding from the private sector. Carried Councillor Fernandes’ motion of deferral was on a recorded vote as follows: Mayor C. Zehr and Councillors D. Glenn-Graham, B. Ioannidis, Y. Fernandes, K. Galloway, S. Davey, and P. Singh voting in favour and Councillors J. Gazzola and F. Etherington voting in opposition. On motion by Councillor Y. Fernandes - it was resolved: “That consideration of the following recommendation from Community Services be referred to the Council meeting of April 11, Department report CSD-11-052, 2011, pending receipt of a report from staff to provide a summary of grants given by the City over the last 5-6 years in the areas of arts and culture and recreation, as well as a comparison of grant funding over the same period with other municipalities: ’That a one-time allocation of the following investment amounts be made from the Arts and Culture Sustainability Fund: Creative Enterprise Enabling Organization $ 20,000 The Museum $120,000 Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery $ 40,000 Kitchener Waterloo Symphony $ 40,000; and further, That the new Creative Enterprise Enabling Organization provide a report to Council by October 2011 detailing its strategy for use of the Arts and Culture Sustainability Fund in 2012.’“ 7. CSD-11-039 - AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 630 (FENCES) The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-11-039, dated April 4, 2011, recommending amendments to City of Kitchener Municipal Code Chapter 630 (Fences). The amendments include clarification of wording and powers of entry provisions as provided for in the Municipal Act, 2001. Mr. S. Turner presented this report. In response to questions from Councillor Gazzola, Mr. Turner advised that if Council does not agree to staff entering onto private property, staff will continue to rectify the situation by court COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 33 - CITY OF KITCHENER 7. CSD-11-039 - AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 630 (FENCES) (CONT’D) action which does not necessarily rectify the fence problem. Mr. Turner was directed to provide Councillor Gazzola a copy of the Fence By-law showing where these word changes would take place. On motion by Councillor B. Ioannidis - it was resolved: “That a by-law be enacted to amend Chapter 630 (Fences) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code to reflect housekeeping amendments relating to the enforceability of the by-law, as well as powers of entry and undertaking remedial actions on private property, as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-11-039.” 8. CSD-11-050 - EMERGENCY SERVICES POLICY - NEW DEVELOPMENTS The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-11-050, dated January 18, 2011, recommending that Council’s existing Emergency Services Policy (I-1035) be repealed and replaced. In the report staff explains that this revised policy is necessary to provide greater clarity and to include some existing practices that are not currently included in the policy. Mr. T. Beckett introduced this report and Mr. T. Ruggle provided background on the policy, noting that extensive consultation has taken place. On motion by Councillor Y. Fernandes- it was resolved: “That Council Policy I-1035 Emergency Service Policy be repealed and replaced with the Emergency Service Policy attached to Community Services Department report CSD-11-050.” 9. CSD-11-051 - FIRE ACCREDITATION UPDATE The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-11-051 dated March 31, 2011, explaining that in 2008 the Kitchener Fire Department entered into the Commission of Fire Accreditation International program and in March 2011 was successfully re-accredited for another 5 years. The report also explains what is required to become reaccredited. Messrs. T. Beckett and S. Usher presented this report. Mr. Beckett advised that many of the components are things that already have to be done; however, this process opens the department up to outsider review. In response to questions, Mr. Beckett advised that the process resulted in 25 recommendations, some of which will require a budget and they will come to Council for approval through the budget process. The recommendation respecting automatic aid will come to Council for direction. In response to Councillor Fernandes, Mr. Usher advised that although there is a very formal process this is also an informal process to gain input from the average firefighter. Mr. Beckett advised that there are peer assessors in our own department, which is a commitment we have made, and we learn many things from these site visits. On motion by Councillor D. Glenn-Graham - it was resolved: “That Community Services Department report CSD-11-051 (Fire Accreditation Update) be received as information.” 10. INS-11-028 - MULTI-USE PATHWAY (COMMUNITY TRAIL) MASTER PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-11-028, dated March 28, 2011, presenting the draft Multi-use Pathways Master Plan and Implementation Strategy. Mr. J. Cranstone of MMM Group wasin attendance to present the draft report. It COMMUNITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES COMMITTEE APRIL 11, 2011 - 34 - CITY OF KITCHENER 10. INS-11-028 - MULTI-USE PATHWAY (COMMUNITY TRAIL) MASTER PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY (CONT’D) was noted that the purpose of presenting the draft plan at this time is to answer any questions from the Committee and to receive suggestions and direction. Mayor Zehr questioned how this master plan will coincide with the Parks Master Plan. Mr. Ritz advised that the Parks Master Plan recommended completing the trails study. He stated that the key is to put strategies and regulations in place which are needed for new developments, so that we do not get further behind. Councillor Fernandes advised that the language in the draft document is very repetitive and she wants clearer language and clear action statements. She stated that the city has spent a lot of money on plans which should have been done together. Councillor Fernandes advised that in 2008 Mr. Nichol gave a presentation on a heritage trail along the Grand River but there is no mention of it in this plan. Councillor Fernandes then gave the opinion that trying to get final approval of this plan by May is too soon. Councillor Galloway stated that if this Committee thinks that more input is required in May, something can be done at that time to defer final approval. Councillor Galloway then questioned whether the Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee has been asked for input on this plan and was advised by Mr. Cranstone that they are part of the stakeholder group with 2 individuals representing them. Councillor Galloway then stated that other than accessibility for the physically challenged, there is a need for visual contrast and for large print. Councillor Galloway also stated that in new, multi-phase developments, trails should be installed at the beginning. In response to a question from Councillor Galloway, Mr. Sleeth advised that he would like to receive questions and comments from this Committee within 2 weeks. Following discussion, Ms. Houston advised that staff will table the final draft of this plan on th May 30 and obtain final approval at a subsequent meeting. This will give Council and the public ample opportunity to read and comment on the final draft. Councillor Fernandes questioned when the Environmental Committee will receive this draft plan and Mr. Sleeth responded that they received the previous draft at their last meeting and put together a working group to comment on it. Mr. Sleeth was directed to provide the Environmental Committee members with this current draft prior to their next meeting. 11. INS-11-037 - PROPOSED NAME FOR CONSOLIDATED MAINTENANCE FACILITY (CMF) The Committee considered Infrastructure Services Department report INS-11-037, dated April 6, 2011, recommending that the consolidated maintenance facility be named “Kitchener Operations Facility”. Ms. P. Houston presented this report. On motion by Mayor C. Zehr - it was resolved: “That the City of Kitchener’s new consolidated maintenance facility (CMF) be named Kitchener Operations Facility.” 12. ADJOURNMENT On motion, the meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m. Dianne Gilchrist Committee Administrator