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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Minutes - 2004-01-26COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 CITY OF KITCHENER The Council of the City of Kitchener met this date with all members present. The meeting began with the singing of "O Canada" by Brenda Braun-Whiteman, King School of Vocal. Councillor J. Smola introduced the 24th Kitchener Scout Troop, under leadership of Mr. Mark Dobbin, who were in attendance to observe the Council proceedings this date. On motion by Councillor J. Gazzola, the minutes of the regular meeting held January 12, 2004 and special meetings held January 12 and 19, 2004, as mailed to the Mayor and Councillors, were accepted. COMMUNICATIONS REFERRED DIRECTLY TO FILE - (a) Letter dated January 7, 2004 from Scott White, Board Chair, Ontario Realty Corporation, concerning Council's resolution regarding the relocation of the existing sanitary and storm sewer easement(s) on lands of Voisin Developments Limited. (b) Letter dated January 13, 2004 from M. Bredeson, Executive Correspondence Officer, Office of the Prime Minister, acknowledging receipt of Council's resolution regarding improvements to the North Mainline railway. In the absence of Mr. L. Gordon, Director of Purchasing, Mr. J. Fielding, Chief Administrative Officer, spoke to the tender listed on the Committee of the Whole agenda and clarified that the staff recommendation was for the sale of Lots 59 to 68 inclusive and that Lots 14 to 24 inclusive would be re-tendered at a later date. Councillor J. Gazzola requested clarification respecting the number of lots included in the tender. Mr. J. Fielding believed the total number of lots included several single lots but would confirm the exact number of lots and report back to members of Council. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That Tender T03-049, 'For Sale By Tender, The Municipal Properties Known As: Lots 14 to 24 inclusive, and Lots 59 to 68 inclusive, of Registered Plan No. 1248, Ralgreen Crescent, Kitchener', be awarded to Savic Homes Limited, Kitchener, Ontario, at their tendered price of $448,000., plus G.S.T., for Lots 59 to 68 inclusive." Carried. Mr. J. Willmer, Director of Planning, advised that the City received the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects Regional Merit Award in recognition of the City's role in integrating trees and woodlands in new developments through its Tree Management Policy. He pointed out that Brian Page, Landscape Architect, and Barbara Steiner, Environmental Planner, were instrumental in development of the policy. Mayor Zehr then presented the Award to Brian Page and commended staff for their effective stewardship in developing and maintaining the policy. Mr. Jeff Stager, Past President, Waterloo Federation of Agriculture, attended to present the Federation's Annual Report, an Economic Impact Study of Agriculture and Food-Related Sectors in Waterloo Region and an agriculture census. His presentation highlighted statistical information designed to recognize the importance of the food system in creating healthy communities and to assist the broader community to better understand the nature and economic significance in terms of dollars and jobs of the local agricultural economy and food system. Mr. Stager brought forward 8 recommendations on behalf of the Federation encompassing initiatives relative to smart growth; promotional activities based on a 'Buy Local, Buy Fresh' campaign; and a public health communications campaign. He encouraged the City to support the agricultural industry by purchasing ethanol fuel for the entire City fleet and locally grown food for its community events, as well as work with the Federation in garnering support for a local distribution system to produce food products. Mr. John MacDonald, Festival of Neighbourhoods, attended in support of the Safe and Healthy Community Advisory Committee report of this date, concerning the Festival's 2004 operating grant request. Councillor B. Vrbanovic advised that the Committee supports the request on the basis that the organization's initiatives meet the objectives of the Committee's Terms of Reference and COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 22 - CITY OF KITCHENER Compass Kitchener. Mr. MacDonald gave assurance that the additional funding requested over and above the dollar amount recommended by staff is a one-time request as it will enable the organization to move forward with plans to develop alternate funding sources through community partnerships. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz, the Safe and Healthy Community Advisory Committee report was brought forward for consideration. At the request of Mayor C. Zehr, it was agreed to amend the report to provide that grant approval be subject to final approval as part of the 2004 Operating Budget process. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz "That the report of the Safe and Healthy Community Advisory Committee be adopted, as amended, to provide that approval of the grant request be subject to final approval as part of the 2004 Operating Budget process." Carried. The following delegations attended in support of Clause 3 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report of this date, concerning the proposed partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University (WLU) to locate the University's Faculty of Social Work to the former St. Jerome's High School site: · Mr. Frank Pizzuto, General Manager of Downtown Development & Community Services; · Mr. Luke Fusco, Dean, Faculty of Social Work- WLU; · Mr. Richard Haldenby, Director, School of Architecture, University of Waterloo; · Mr. Hans Pottkamper, Chair, Economic Development Advisory Committee; · Mr. Rych Mills, Waterloo Historical Society; and, · Mr. Marty Schreiter, Kitchener Downtown Business Association (KDBA). Council was previously circulated with a letter from Mr. Doug Craig, Mayor, City of Cambridge, respecting Clause 3 and also received this date additional documentation, as follows: Strategic Services Department report SS-04-001 (G. Borovilos), dated January 22, 2004, advising of the Economic Development Advisory Committee's support for the proposed partnership with WLU; and, Letters from: Rev. L.A. Keasey, Congregation of the Resurrection, dated January 21,2004 Mr. Chris Friel, Mayor, City of Brantford, undated Mr. Dimitri Nenkov, a resident of Kitchener, dated January 19, 2004. Mr. F. Pizzuto presented an overview of the proposed partnership with WLU, commenting that the Faculty of Social Work would provide a long term, stable institutional presence in the Downtown and is desired because of its high potential for economic and social benefits. He pointed out that over 300 students and professional staff would relocate to the site, bringing an estimated $1.5M annual economic injection into the Downtown. He advised that WLU will contribute $1.1M toward the project and in addition, will lead a $3M fundraising campaign in which the City will be a participant. Mr. Pizzuto noted that the project also provides an opportunity to protect and restore an historically significant building. Timelines for fundraising and completion of building restoration were provided, with the opening of the facility anticipated by September 2006. Mr. Pizzuto responded to a number of questions concerning the relocation project, commenting on the advantage of municipal participation in the fundraising campaign and how the funds will be used; and, the City's commitment to subsidize student parking by providing parking at University rates (currently $25./month vs. City rate of $40./month). Mr. Luke Fusco stated that the Faculty of Social Work is proud to be part of a proposal for Downtown revitalization and historic restoration. He clarified the intended use of the $3M to be raised, as follows: $1M towards completion of building renovations, including furnishings; $1M for an academic development fund; and $1M toward operating costs of the facility. In response to questions, he advised that the University will pursue funding from all levels of government; however, he noted that it is unknown at this time as to what funding programs the new Provincial government will provide. Mr. Pizzuto added that by waiting to determine if funding will be made available by senior levels of government, the project could be delayed another full year. COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 23 - CITY OF KITCHENER Mr. Richard Haldenby commented on similar relocation of the School of Architecture to the Downtown core of the City of Cambridge, noting that as a result, Cambridge experienced a significant spur in economic activity and is witness to a renewed spirit of community. He suggested that relocation of the Faculty of Social Work to Downtown Kitchener will make the core more attractive for others to promote and will benefit both the University and the City. In response to questions, Mr. Haldenby suggested that the WLU proposal is comparative to the relocation of the School of Architecture and outlined financing for the latter, as follows: total project cost - $27M; municipal contribution - $8.9M; Provincial/Federal contributions - $8.2M; and private funds raised - $12.5M. Mr. Hans Pottkamper spoke on behalf of the Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC), advising that the Kitchener Downtown Business Association (KDBA) had requested an opinion from the Committee with respect to the WLU proposal. He stated that the Advisory Committee unanimously supports the relocation project as a positive move towards Downtown revitalization. In response to questions, he advised that EDAC was not asked by the KDBA to comment on potential contributions from the business community. Mr. Rych Mills expressed support for the WLU proposal, commenting on the importance of preserving the City's history and in particular, the St. Jerome's building. He asked that WLU consider creating an entranceway that would remain accessible to the public and incorporate into the entrance an historical display to chronicle St. Jerome's community contributions for enjoyment of the community at large. Mr. L. Fusco advised that WLU intends to ensure that the entranceway remains open and welcoming to the community and agreed to further pursue the suggestion of Mr. Mills. Mr. Marty Schreiter commented on the residual effects of professional sector redevelopment within the core, noting that depending on organizational cultures direct or indirect benefits may be realized. He stated that the WLU proposal will provide a strong foundation within the core and has the potential to foster a renewed sense of community. In response to questions, Mr. Schreiter stated that the KDBA has not considered a financial contribution to the project; however, they have been responding to a number of inquiries from the development industry interested in potentially developing student housing. Mr. F. Pizzuto added that projects such as the WLU proposal are being actively pursued to provide stability for existing businesses and opportunities for their growth. Mayor C. Zehr and Councillors J. Smola, G. Lorentz, B. Vrbanovic, M. Galloway and C. Weylie spoke in favour of entering into the proposed partnership with WLU, commenting on the potential to strengthen and further revitalize the Downtown core; preserve and protect an historical building; spur economic growth; and foster a sense of community. Councillor J. Gazzola spoke in opposition, commenting that while he did not disagree the proposal is a good opportunity, he could not support the City paying for the total of capital costs involved. He stated that he would support approval conditional on contributions being made by senior levels of government and the business community. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That Clause 3 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report of this date be adopted." A recorded vote was requested. In Favour: Mayor C. Zehr and Councillors J. Smola, G. Lorentz, B. Vrbanovic, M. Galloway and C. Weylie. Contra: Councillor J. Gazzola Motion Carried. Mr. Bob McColl attended with respect to Clause 1 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report concerning granting of an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the Municipal Code to permit Conestoga College to remove snow from its parking lot prior to 6:00 a.m. on an as required basis. Mr. McColl requested that this matter be deferred to allow representatives of the Lower Doon Neighbourhood Association and area residents to meet with City staff and representatives of the College to discuss issues of concern. COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 24 - CITY OF KITCHENER Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That Clause 1 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report of this date be deferred and referred to the February 9, 2004 Council meeting, to provide for further discussion between affected parties." Carried. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That the report of the Development and Technical Services Committee be adopted." Council acknowledged receipt this date of a letter from Mr. Richard Haalboom, dated January 26, 2004, concerning Clause 7 of the report and staff were requested to respond to the issues raised in his correspondence. Councillor J. Gazzola stated that he was not in support of the process outlined in Clause 7 of the report as Council previously directed that the survey not be sent out for a specified period of time following opening of the road diversion; the timeframe for which has not yet expired. On motion by Councillor C. Weylie, seconded by Councillor M. Galloway, it was agreed to amend Clause 7 of the report to change the date in the third paragraph to February 16, 2004 from February 2. The Development and Technical Services Committee report was then voted on clause by clause. Clause 7 - Carried, as Amended. Balance of report - Carried. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the report of the Community Services Committee be adopted." Carried. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That the report of the Finance and Corporate Service Committee be adopted." Council was in receipt this date of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-04-016 (S. Turner), dated January 22, 2004, concerning Clause 2 of the report dealing with proposed amendments to Chapter 408 (Animals) of the Municipal Code regarding the keeping of pigeons. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, seconded by Councillor M. Galloway, it was agreed to defer and refer Clause 2 of the report to the February 9, 2004 Council meeting as Mr. Ronson Sandham, listed as a delegation on the Council agenda, was not able to attend this date. Councillor B. Vrbanovic referred to Clause 5 of the report dealing with a request from the owner of 141 Holborn Drive for an exemption with respect to Chapter 408 (Animals) of the Municipal Code regarding the keeping of pigeons. Mr. Shayne Turner, Director of Enforcement, advised that the exemption request resulted from a complaint by a neighbouring property owner. He stated that the owner of the subject property has another facility where the pigeons could be moved to, however, has not asked that this application be withdrawn. He further advised that area residents were notified of the application to give them an opportunity to raise concerns, and no response was received. Councillor B. Vrbanovic questioned if, in keeping with proposed amendments under Clause 2 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report, this exemption could be approved subject to a review in one years time. Ms. L. MacDonald, City Solicitor, advised that such a condition is not a requirement under the current regulations of Chapter 408 and as proposed amendments have not yet been dealt with, it would be questionable as to whether or not the applicant could be compelled to comply with the proposed review. COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 25 - CITY OF KITCHENER On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, seconded by Councillor M. Galloway, it was agreed to amend Clause 5 of the report to change the date of deferral to February 9, 2004 to allow the exemption request to be considered in conjunction with the proposed amendments to Chapter 408. The Finance and Corporate Services Committee report was then voted on clause by clause. Clause 1 - Dealt with under Delegations and deferred and referred to the February 9, 2004 Council meeting for further consideration. Clause 2 - Deferred and referred to the February 9, 2004 Council meeting for further consideration. Clause 3 - Dealt with under Delegations and Carried. Clause 5 - Carried, as Amended. Balance of report - Carried. Councillor J. Gazzola advised that it was his authority to municipal Councils to increase the involve the Province. He stated that, in his understanding that the new Municipal Act provides size of their Council representation without having to opinion, the current size of Kitchener Council was insufficient and requested that the City Clerk be directed to report on the process that would be involved to have the number of Council representatives increased prior to the 2006 municipal election. Councillor G. Lorentz asked that staff investigate to ensure it is not necessary to seek a Provincial Order of Council in order to achieve the desired increase. Mayor C. Zehr referred to recent correspondence respecting the annual Communities in Bloom competition and Mr. F. Pizzuto agreed to provide information to Council regarding plans for the 2004 program. NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor C. Weylie gave notice that at the February 2, 2004 special Council meeting she would introduce a Motion to Reconsider Council's resolution of December 15, 2003, regarding Zone Change Application ZC 02/06/H/BS (DGF Investments Limited). Moved by Councillor J. Smola Seconded by Councillor C. Weylie "That (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (0 (g) leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws, namely: To further amend By-law No. 88-170 being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. To further amend By-law No. 88-171 being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. To further amend By-law No. 88-172 being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by physically handicapped persons, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof. Being a by-law to provide for a 2004 Interim Tax Levy and for the payment of 2004 Interim Taxes. Being a by-law to authorize borrowing for current expenditures in 2004. Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Lots 101 and 102, Registered Plan 1773 - Schueller Street. To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 26 - CITY OF KITCHENER and that the same be taken as read a first time and stand referred to the Committee of the Whole." Carried. On motion, the Council resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole to consider its agenda and Mayor C. 7ehr appointed Councillor J. Gazzola as Chair. On motion, the Council rose from the Committee of the Whole and Mayor C. 7ehr occupied the Chair. Moved by Councillor J. Gazzola Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That the proceedings and the recorded pecuniary interests and conflicts taken in the meeting of the Committee of the Whole held this date, as attached hereto and forming part of these minutes are hereby adopted and confirmed." Carried. Moved by Councillor J. Smola Seconded by Councillor C. Weylie "That the by-laws listed on the agenda for third reading, namely: (a) To further amend By-law No. 88-170 being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (By-law No. 2004-13) (b) To further amend By-law No. 88-171 being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. (By-law No. 2004-14) (c) To further amend By-law No. 88-172 being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by physically handicapped persons, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof. (By-law No. 2004-15) (d) Being a by-law to provide for a 2004 Interim Tax Levy and for the payment of 2004 Interim Taxes. (By-law No. 2004-16) (e) Being a by-law to authorize borrowing for current expenditures in 2004. (By-law No. 2004-17) (f) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Lots 101 and 102, Registered Plan 1773 - Schueller Street. (By-law No. 2004-18) (g) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. (By-law No. 2004-19) be taken as read a third time, be finally passed and numbered serially by the Clerk." Carried. JANUARY 26, 2004 COUNCIL MINUTES - 27 - On motion, the meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. CITY OF KITCHENER MAYOR CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 28 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE 1. That on-street parking be prohibited at any time on the east side of Holborn Drive from Old Chicopee Drive to a point 45 metres north thereof; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. 2. That the Region of Waterloo be requested to include the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Riverbend Drive and Wellington Street North in their 2004 new signal program; and, That a temporary all-way stop control be installed at the intersection of Riverbend Drive and Wellington Street North, to be removed upon the installation of traffic control signals; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That on-street parking be prohibited at anytime on the north (inside curve) side of Pine Martin Crescent from a point 55 metres west of Wilderness Drive (east intersection) to a point 30 metres west thereof; and, That on-street parking be prohibited at anytime on the north side (inside curve) of Pine Martin Crescent from a point 195 metres west of Wilderness Drive (east intersection) to a point 45 metres west thereof; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. 4. That Mr. Patrick ©'Toole be appointed Co-Chair of the Environmental Committee for a term to expire on November 30, 2004; and further, That Mr. Derek Lippert be appointed to the Environmental Committee for a term to expire on November 30, 2004. That Zone Change Application ZC03/05/L/TB, proposing a change in zoning from General Industrial Zone (M-2) and Residential Eight Zone (R-8) with Special Use Provision 177U and Special Regulation 166R and Holding Provision 21H to Residential Six Zone (R-6) with revised Special Use Provision 177U and Holding Provision 21H, Residential Eight Zone (R-8) with revised Special Use Provision 177U and Holding Provision 21 H, Residential Six Zone (R-6) with revised Special Use Provision 177U and Holding Provision 47H, Residential Six Zone (R-6) with Special Use Provision 334U and Holding Provision 48H, on lands legally described as P376 L461 PT L460 PTL 464 TO PTL466 PT526 TO PTL533 PT PARK LOT L PART ADAM ST CLOSED; Plan 376 PT LOTS 464,465,466; PLAN 376 PT PARK M & N RP 55R1275 PARTS; and PLAN 376 PT PARK LOT M 58R4897 PART 1; P376 L461 PT L460 PTL 464 TO PTL466 PT526 TO PTL533 PT PARK LOT L PART ADAM ST CLOSED; and PLAN 376 PT PARK M & N RP 55R1275 PARTS 1 & 2; PLAN 376 PT LOT 459 PT LOT 460 and PLAN 376 PT LOT 460; PLAN 376 PT LOT 458 PT LOT 459; in the City of Kitchener, be approved, in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law" attached to Report DTS-03-185, dated January 5, 2004, without conditions; and further, That prior to the acceptance of a Site Plan or Plan of Subdivision application for the lands subject to Zone Change Application ZC 03/05/L/TB, a community consultation process be conducted involving adjacent residents, property owners, interested parties, Planning staff, and the Adam Blucher Development Corporation with the objective of preparing a development concept for the redevelopment site to address compatibility between the subject lands and adjacent land uses. That the Executive Summary attached to Report DTS-03-211, for the 2003 Annual Audit Report for the period November 2002 - October 2003, which has been prepared to indicate that the stormwater management (SWM) facilities being provided meet the volume of stormwater resulting from infill/redevelopment sites be received for information; and, That the actions for the original recommendations, from the Master Stormwater Management Policy - Dec 2001, as outlined in Section 5 of the Executive Summary, which have been updated accordingly be endorsed; and, COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 29 - REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE (CONT'D) 6. CITY OF KITCHENER (Cont'd) That the additional recommendations, as outlined in Section 6.0 of the Executive Summary be approved and be incorporated as part of the Annual Audit included in subsequent reports; and, That the services of Totten Simms Hubicki be retained to undertake the Annual Audit review and Creek Monitoring for the years 2004 - 2006 for an upset limit of $19,990 per year, respectively, as per recommendations 10, 11 and 12 of the Master Stormwater Management Policy, and in the event that additional funding is provided for this work, staff be authorized to extend the work program and purchase orders accordingly; and further, That Report DTS-03-211 be forwarded to the GRCA, Region of Waterloo and any other applicable agencies for their information. That staff in the Transportation Planning division review the questionnaires returned from the Doon Village Road traffic study, for analysis; and, That in order to maintain the integrity of the survey, that results of the survey be broken down and analyzed separately for both Upper Doon Heritage District and Wyldwoods Community; and further, That based on the results of the analysis that staff prepare a report with their recommendations to be presented to the Development and Technical Services Committee on February 16, 2004. (As Amended) COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - 1. That the City of Kitchener provide interest free loans to current Farmers' Market vendors for the purchase of refrigeration equipment to be used at Your New Kitchener Market; and, That loan agreements be developed subject to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and further, That the City provide a further subsidy of 3 months free rent for each current refrigeration vendor for the period January 1 - March 31,2005. 2. That the name 'Kitchener Minor Soccer Inc.' be removed from the list of approved minor sport organizations named as insured on the City's Minor Sport Liability Insurance Policy; and further, That Kitchener Minor Soccer Inc. be removed as an Affiliated Minor Sport Group. 3. That the 2004 Annual Minor Sport Grants, as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-04-009, be approved to respective minor sport groups in the amount of $569,602., representing a 2% increase over the 2003 budget. FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE - That an exemption to Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code be granted to Conestoga College from January 26 to April 15, 2004, to permit the college to remove snow from their parking lots prior to 6 A.M. on an as required basis. (Dealt with under Delegations and Deferred and Referred to the February 9, 2004 Council meeting for further consideration) COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 - 30 - REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 2. CITY OF KITCHENER That a by-law be enacted to amend Chapter 408 (Animals) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code to remove the provisions in the Chapter that authorize Council to grant exemptions for the purposes of keeping pigeons in the City, and to provide for the grandfathering of previously approved exemption applications, as outlined in Corporate Services Department Report CRPS-03-198. (Deferred and referred to the February 9, 2004 Council meeting for further consideration) That the City of Kitchener enter into a partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University (VVLU), including a maximum contribution by the City of up to $6.5M, to locate the WLU Faculty of Social Work at the former St. Jerome's High School; and, That the draft Memorandum of Understanding, attached to Community Services Department report CSD-04-014, be approved in principle; and, That the City agree to acquire the two St. Jerome's properties from Wilfrid Laurier University at the price equal to all reasonable costs incurred by WLU in the acquisition of said property (approximately $1,250,000) in the event the City and WLU fail to reach an agreement as to their respective contribution to the partnership or should WLU decide not to proceed with the development and further; That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a final Memorandum of Understanding with Wilfrid Laurier University in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. (Dealt with under Delegations and Carried) That pursuant to Section 325 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, an exemption from City taxation be granted to properties owned by or leased to Legions and Veterans' Service Clubs for the period of January 1,2004 to December 31,2009. That consideration of the application of the owner of 141 Holborn Drive for an exemption from City of Kitchener Municipal Code Chapter 408 (Animals) to allow 6 pigeons to be kept at the subject property, as outlined in Corporate Services Department report CRPS-03-206, be deferred and referred to the Council meetinq of February 9, 2004. (As Amended) That the work plan for the investigation of a new Kitchener Public Library as a Downtown Renewal Initiative, as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-04-010, be endorsed, including the hiring of consultants and architects at a cost of $15,000. to be paid from Capital Contingency; and further, That staff report to the Finance and Corporate Services Committee on March 1, 2004 on the outcome of the investigation. That the increased expenditure of $67,089. for consultant services for Expression of Interest E01-125, Consultant Services - Waterloo Street Reconstruction resulting from City initiated changes be approved, with the City to recover $30,550. of this increased expenditure from the City of Waterloo. That the public participation process for the 2004 budget, as outlined in Financial Services Department report FIN-04-005, be endorsed. COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 26, 2004 -31 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL SAFE AND HEALTHY COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE - That the Safe and Healthy Community Advisory Committee supports the request of the Festival of Neighbourhoods for a 2004 annual operating grant in the amount of $11,177. over and above the staff recommended grant of $4,823. (total of $16,000.), being a one-time contribution to assist with the Festival's 2004 operations, subject to final approval as part of the 2004 Operating budget process. (Dealt with under Delegations and Carried, as Amended) JANUARY 26, 2004 COUNCIL MINUTES - 32 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CITY OF KITCHENER A= B= BY-LAWS LISTED ON THE AGENDA - 2ND READING - It was resolved: "That the by-laws considered by this Committee be taken as read a second time and be recommended for enactment." ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS - 1. Licences = = = = i) Adult Entertainment Parlour Attendant It was resolved: "That Tanya Joncas and Michelle Mader, employed at 2271 Kingsway Dr., Kitchener, (Phoenix) be granted a 2004 Adult Entertainment Parlour Attendant Licence." - and - "That Suzette Topy and Melissa Yanchus, employed at #4-808 Courtland Ave. E., Kitchener, (Taj Mahal) be granted a 2004 Adult Entertainment Parlour Attendant Licence." Various Tenders Dealt with under Delegations. Social Gaminq Event - Beth Jacob Conqreqation Council was in receipt of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-04-012 (J. Koppeser), dated January 16, 2004. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to a Provincial Lottery Licence being issued to the Beth Jacob Congregation to conduct a social gaming event at the Beth Jacob Synagogue, 161 Stirling Ave. S., Kitchener, on June 23, 2004." Sale of Tickets - Princess Marqaret Hospital Foundation Council was in receipt of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-04-011 (J. Koppeser), dated January 15, 2004. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, 610 University Ave., Toronto, ON, MSG 2M9, being granted permission to sell tickets in the City of Kitchener for a series of draws to be held starting February 2, 2004." Sale of Tickets - Canadian Red Cross Society Council was in receipt of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-04-013 (J. Koppeser), dated January 16, 2004. JANUARY 26, 2004 COUNCIL MINUTES - $$ - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS - (CONT'D) 5. Sale of Tickets - Canadian Red Cross Society - (Cont'd) It was resolved: CITY OF KITCHENER "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to the Canadian Red Cross Society, 5700 Cancross Court, Mississauga, ON, L5R 3E9, being granted permission to sell tickets in the City of Kitchener for two draws to be held on June 11 & 25, 2004, and taking place at the offices of Bearing Point, 200 Consumers Rd., Ste. # 500, Willowdale, ON." Sale of Tickets - Kniqhts of Columbus Council was in receipt of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-04-015 (J. Koppeser), dated January 20, 2004. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to the Knights of Columbus Councils 1504 and 9172, 110 Manitou Dr., Kitchener, Ontario, N2C 1L3, being granted permission to sell tickets in the City of Kitchener for the Knights of Columbus Ontario State Council's raffle draw to be held at the International Plaza Hotel, 655 Dixon Rd., Etobicoke, Ontario on May 23, 2004."