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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFinance & Admin - 1997-08-11FAC\1997-08-11 AUGUST 11, 1997 FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES CITY OF KITCHENER The Finance and Administration Committee met this date commencing at 10:10 a.m. under the Chairmanship of Councillor J. Ziegler with the following members present: Mayor R. Christy, Councillors T. Galloway, M. Wagner, M. Yantzi, John Smola, Jake Smola, B. Vrbanovic, C. Weylie and K. Taylor- Harrison. Others present: Ms. P. Houston, Ms. L. MacDonald, Ms. V. Gibaut, Ms. L. Pasternak, Mrs. J. Koppeser, Ms. D. Arnold, Messrs. J. Gazzola, R. W. Pritchard, L. F. Parkhouse, J. Shivas, R. Arnot, L. Gordon, R. Wyatt, G. Nixon and G. Sosnoski. 1. LIABILITY CLAIM - GOLF BALL DAMAGE (KEATING) The Committee was in receipt of correspondence from Ms. Carolyn Keating requesting compensation for damages to her home adjacent to the Rockway Golf Club resulting from an errant golf ball. They were also in receipt of a report from N. Chambers dated August 1, 1997 recommending no action on the claim, as well as a report from G. Kett dated August 5, 1997 commenting on the City's current policy with respect to golf ball damage at the Rockway Golf Club. Ms. Carolyn Keating appeared to appeal the staff decision denying her claim, noting that several of her neighbours have received compensation for golf ball damage and questioned why she has been treated differently. Ms. Keating advised that the incident resulted in damage to a window at her residence and various remedial actions required to deal with glass splinters. She pointed out that this is not the first time her property has been damaged, and that she ignored a previous incident involving golf ball damaged to her car. In response to a question from Councillor Ziegler she advised that a neighbour on Bedford Road received compensation within the last year for damage when the golfer who struck the ball could not be identified. Mr. Arnot advised that he was not aware of any window damage claims addressed by the City and pointed out that the Risk Manager also has no record of such claims being granted. He further advised that several years ago the City took steps to adjust the alignment of the third hole abutting Ms. Keating's property in an effort to reduce the number of golf balls falling on to private property. Councillor Ziegler suggested a possible surcharge to golfers to cover damages where compensation is merited and the individual golfer cannot be identified. He asked that the matter be referred to Mr. Kett for a response. Councillor Jake Smola questioned whether damage has occurred at any of the City-owned baseball diamonds and how this was handled. Mr. Arnot acknowledged that there have been instances of damage, but he was not aware of any claims paid in this regard. Councillor Galloway stressed that if the City is going to set a precedent by paying for golf ball damage claims it should also consider related incidents at other City-owned facilities, and suggested that the issue at hand is whether the City has any responsibility at all in regard to damages by individuals using City facilities. Councillor John Smola put forward a motion to grant the claim of Ms. Keating in the amount of $188.55 on a without prejudice or precedent basis. Mr. Gazzola pointed out that the City has insurance to protect it in instances such as these, and if there is no liability should not pay claims irrespective of their amount as this suggests an admission of responsibility. He noted that a precedent could be set which may be unfavourable in the event of more costly or serious damage in the future. Councillor Vrbanovic offered the opinion that the City should make every attempt to identify the golfer responsible, but if this is not possible is ethically if not legally responsible for damages. Councillor Yantzi questioned whether a policy could not be established with respect to paying only small claims in minor amounts as a matter of good public relations. Mr. Shivas advised that if the golf course is properly designed to meet established standards, the owner has no obligations, noting that the course has been redesigned and meets such standards. He pointed out that admitting liability in this instance will prejudice future claims. Mr. Shivas further advised that if Council is inclined to pay this claim it should await comment from the insurer before finally passing a resolution, and at minimum should indicate in the motion that the City is acknowledging no legal obligation in this regard and is paying the claim purely for public relations reasons. 1. LIABILITY CLAIM - GOLF BALL DAMAGE (KEATING) - CONT'D FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 - 106 - CITY OF KITCHENER Councillor Wagner enquired as to the number of claims received annually, and Mr. Arnot indicated he would provide this information, though to the best of his knowledge there are few such claims. On a motion by Councillor Jake Smola, it was resolved: "That consideration of the golf ball damage claim of Ms. Carolyn Keating be deferred and referred to either a Council caucus meeting on August 18 or September 8, 1997 to allow for staff discussion with the City's insurer and a report as to the impact of favourably considering this and other claims for damage related to City-owned property." 2. COMMUNITY LOAN PROGRAM/LOAN REQUEST The Committee was in receipt of a report from B. MacDonald dated August 8, 1997 recommending criteria for eligibility under the Community Assistance Loan Plan. They were also in receipt of a report and recommendation from P. Houston dated August 6, 1997 concerning the awarding of an interest free loan to the Mount Hope-Breithaupt Park Neighbourhood Association to purchase projection equipment. Ms. Trudy Beaulne appeared in support of the loan request and to suggest a modification to the proposed loan criteria. Ms. Beaulne advised that she was concerned that the criteria reflect that the asset purchased using the loan would in effect become the property of the municipality rather than the Neighbourhood Association. She suggested a change in wording to reflect that the loan is to purchase equipment to run neighbourhood programs and does not constitute a donation to the City. Mr. Gazzola advised that staff do not wish to restrict the organization; however, there are some advantages to City ownership, including the fact that the asset would be insured under the City's plan and would be eligible for a reduced G.S.T. rate. Mr. Gazzola also suggested that the City can make the equipment exclusively available to the Neighbourhood Association. Councillor Ziegler questioned what would occur in the event the Neighbourhood Association wished to sell or replace the asset, and Mr. Gazzola replied that he would be amendable to crediting the new asset they wish to acquire. Ms. Beaulne also advised that she was in attendance in support of the loan request from the Mount Hope-Breithaupt Park Neighbourhood Association, with this amount to be used to purchase projection equipment in conjunction with their movie night program. Councillor Galloway suggested that the Loan Plan criteria should be modified to reflect that Neighbourhood Associations are extensions of the municipal corporation, on the basis that the municipality encourages and facilitates their organization. He also suggested adding a clause to recognize the unique relationship of Neighbourhood Associations with the municipality, and reflecting that in the event of asset disposal the item would return to the City, but would otherwise be owned by the Association. Ms. Houston replied that all of the concerns raised this date can be dealt with through the required loan agreement. Councillor Ziegler referred to the "General" section of the proposed eligibility criteria and questioned why the upset figure for a loan was set at $200,000.00. He questioned whether this was simply due to the amount of the loan previously provided for Victoria Park lighting, and suggested that the amount should be reduced to $100,000.00. Ms. Houston replied that the amount in the criteria is based on both on past loans and on an estimate of the size of the fund required to administer the Loan Plan. Councillor M. Wagner put forward a motion to adopt the staff recommendation with respect to eligibility criteria for the Community Assistance Loan Plan as well as to amend the upset figure for loans by reducing it from $200,000.00 to $100,000.00, on the understanding that if an amount was required in access of $100,000.00 a case could be presented directly to Council. Councillor COMMUNITY LOAN PROGRAM/LOAN REQUEST - CONT'D Galloway requested that the funding limit be voted on separately, as in his opinion reducing the amount would discourage applications. FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 - 107 - CITY OF KITCHENER That portion of Councillor Wagner's motion dealing with a reduction in the upset limit for loans from $200,000.00 to $100,000.00 was voted on and was Lost. Moved by Councillor M. Wagner, "That the criteria for eligibility with respect to loans under the Community Assistance Loan Plan be adopted as outlined in Appendix A of the report of B. MacDonald dated August 8, 1997; and further, That any special arrangements with respect to access to the Plan by Neighbourhood Associations, or credit for the sale or replacement of assets purchased under the Plan, be dealt with through the loan agreement." Councillor Galloway repeated his earlier comments concerning specific reference to Neighbourhood Associations indicating the municipality's support and to ensure that the Association retains ownership of the asset until such time as it is sold or replaced. Councillor Ziegler suggested that the "Applicant" section could be amended to indicate exclusive use of equipment by the Neighbourhood Association. Ms. Houston suggested that it should be left to the Neighbourhood Association to decide whether they wish to retain ownership or have the City purchase on its behalf, and Mr. Gazzola advised that such an arrangement can be accommodated in each separate agreement. The motion by Councillor M. Wagner to adopt the staff criteria was then voted on and Carried. The Committee then voted on the staff recommendation with respect to the loan request from the Mount Hope-Breithaupt Park Neighbourhood Association. On a motion by Councillor John Smola, it was resolved: "That a loan in the amount of $4,000.00 under the Community Assistance Loan Plan be provided to the Mount Hope-Breithaupt Park Neighbourhood Association for the purchase of projection equipment; and further, That the loan be repaid in three instalments commencing July 1, 1998." CHIP WAGON RELOCATION - JUNGLE FRIES The Committee was in receipt of a written submission from Mr. Chris Wynes dated July 22, 1997 requesting permission to relocate his Chip Wagon from the current King Street location to the Hogg Fuel depot on the corner of Strasburg Road and Battler Road. Mr. Wynes was in attendance this date in support of his application and circulated a drawing illustrating the proposed new location. Moved by Councillor T. Galloway, "That subject to meeting all Licensing requirements, and obtaining the owner's permission, Chris Wynes, Jungle Fries, be granted permission to relocate his chip wagon from the present King Street location to the Hogg Fuel depot on the corner of Strasburg Road and Battler Road, and in this regard a temporary, one year licence be granted and enforcement of the Zoning By-law waived for the one year period; and further, That the applicant is advised that should he receive permission to continue to operate at the above location beyond the one year term, the owner of the subject lands will be required to submit an application to have said lands appropriately zoned." CHIP WAGON RELOCATION - JUNGLE FRIES - CONT'D Mr. McCabe advised that staff continue to have concerns that Council is no longer using the temporary occupancy provisions and is instead directing that the Zoning By-law not be enforced. He pointed out that the Planning and Development Department cannot sign off on the licence application if the zoning is incorrect. FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 - 108 - CITY OF KITCHENER The previous motion by Councillor T. Galloway to allow relocation of the Chip Wagon owned by Jungle Fries to the corner of Strasburg Road and Battler Road was voted on and Carried. LICENCE REQUEST - SALE OF REFRESHMENTS\WINDOW WASHING Mr. Richard Petrie was registered as a delegation this date to request approval for a licence to sell beverages on City lands and to provide window washing services on City streets, but did not attend the meeting. It was noted that staff cannot issue a licence to sell beverages on City lands as these lands are not recognized as locations in the by-law. Similarly the request with respect to window washing on City streets cannot be addressed by staff as this activity is not recognized in the existing licencing categories. Councillor Galloway enquired as to how other municipalities are approaching the licencing of individuals providing car window washing services, and who have been referred to in the press as "Squeegee Kids". Mrs. Koppeser replied that Toronto controls this activity through its traffic by- law. Councillor Vrbanovic suggested that licencing staff contact the City of Ottawa with respect to their process for allowing this activity in certain areas of the City and within established criteria. LICENSING OF COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH THERAPIES The Committee was in receipt of correspondence from Mr. Donald Bisson, Chair of the Ontario College of Reflexology, dated July 25, 1997 voicing objection to the licencing and regulation of Reflexologists. Mr. Don Reid, Certified Reflexology Practitioner, was in attendance to voice his objection and the objections of practitioners in other natural health modalities concerning the proposed by-law to regulate non-sexual\non-erotic body rub parlours. Mr. Reid referred to an additional package of reference information which was made available to the Committee. He also advised that Ms. Carol Kraft, who registered as a delegation this date, was in attendance, but was satisfied to let him speak on her behalf. Mr. Reid advised that he is not in favour of licencing Reflexologists or any other complementary health therapies and is particularly opposed to Clause #16 in the draft by-law requiring that a record be kept of the names of patients and be made available to a licencing inspector, which he advised violates his Association's code of ethics and his client's right to privacy. He also noted that in this regard the Human Rights Commission has indentified five possible areas of complaint. Mr. Reid explained that reflexology is already regulated by its own association which has the authority to discipline or remove certification, the latter meaning that a Reflexologist would not be eligible to receive payment for services through an insurance company. He further noted that the City of Waterloo has dealt with this situation by adding a new category for complementary health therapies, and the City of Toronto has created a new classification for individual health modalities. In closing, Mr. Reid asked that Council recognize that the authority under the Municipal Act was not intended to regulate complementary health therapies such as reflexology, carefully examine how the City of Waterloo has approached this issue, request that the Province amend the definitions in Municipal Act, and finally, to exempt Reflexologists from licencing under any City by- law. Councillor Ziegler enquired whether Waterloo has in effect exempted Reflexologists by its actions and Mr. Reid replied in the affirmative, noting that a motion was passed to recognize that certain therapies do not fall under the category of erotic massage and therefore do not require a licence. LICENSING OF COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH THERAPIES - CONT'D Moved by Councillor M. Yantzi, "That when the Finance and Administration Committee considers the enacting of new body rub parlour by-laws on September 8, 1997 they will only consider an erotic\sexual body rub parlour by-law and not a non-erotic\non-sexual body rub parlour by-law as previously recommended by staff." FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 - 109 - CITY OF KITCHENER Mr. Shivas advised that what is needed is an exemption under Section 224 of the Municipal Act, but at present such an exemption would apply to Registered Massage Therapists but not Reflexologists. He added that Council should consider whether or not in respect to complementary health therapies it wishes to exercise its licencing authority, adding that one of the options is to enact only a by-law applying to erotic\sexual body rub parlours. The previous motion by Councillor M. Yantzi to take no action on September 8 as regards the enacting of a non-erotic\non-sexual by-law was voted on and Carried. Ms. Margaret Deptulski, the owner of a massage studio known as Cleopatra, was in attendance and the manager of her establishment read a written submission dated July 25, 1997 which was previously circulated to members of Council. The submission suggests that Cleopatra meets all of the City's business licence~zoning requirements and objects to the City in effect closing down a legal business which they themselves had previously approved and licensed. She also referred to the petition appended to her written submission and signed by a number of neighbouring businesses attesting that Cleopatra is a welcome addition to the business section of the Victoria Street North property it presently occupies. Ms. Deptulski further advised that she is able to open a similar studio in London at any time, but chose to locate in Kitchener in the belief that the existing prohibition on nudity and sexual services would allow her to operate in a more appropriate manner. Ms. Nina Troezka, owner of the body rub parlour known as Victoria's, appeared and suggested that with respect to the planned reduction in the number of the currently licensed body rub parlours, each operator should be required to provide a written proposal which would include an outline of the operator's experience and background as well as statements as to why they should be allowed to continue operating in Kitchener, and that this process should function similar to the City's tendering process. Councillor Wagner suggested that the City already has a process in place for selecting the two body rub parlours which would remain, and Mr. Shivas suggested that staff take Ms. Troezka's comments under advisement and report back at the September 8, 1997 Finance and Administration Committee meeting. Councillor Ziegler suggested that at that time staff should also be prepared to outline a possible selection process. Councillor Jake Smola also asked for an indication from staff as to the number of massagists currently licensed in the City as it was his understanding there would be a net reduction in their numbers following the reduction in body rub parlours and not simply a consolidation of existing services. GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES Council was in receipt of a report from L. Parkhouse dated August 6, 1997 outlining the response to an advertisement in the K-W Record to fill the existing vacancy on the Grand River Hospital Board of Trustees. They were also in receipt, under separate cover, of resumes from the individual applicants. Councillor Galloway outlined the process followed by the Hospital Board in regard to nominations. He advised that at this time Council would send one or more names to the Nominating Committee which would consider these in conjunction with applicants for other municipal vacancies and return the name of a recommended individual for Council consideration, at which time Council could either accept this recommendation or substitute another individual. Councillor Galloway put forward Mr. Orlan C. Wood, currently a term trustee, to fill the Kitchener vacancy. The names of the following were also put forward by the GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES - CONT'D respective Councillors: Councillor Yantzi - Peter J. Naus; Councillor Vrbanovic - Jacques R. C. Moul; Councillor Weylie - Harold J. Chapman; Councillor Ziegler - Peter Cameron. On a motion by Mayor R. Christy, it was resolved: "That Kitchener City Council recommends that the following individuals be considered by the Nominating Committee to fill the current City vacancy on the Grand River Hospital Board of Trustees: Orlin C. Wood; Peter J. Naus; Jacques R.C. Moul; Harold J. Chapman; FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 -110- CITY OF KITCHENER 10. and, Peter Cameron." CHARITABLE BARBEQUE REQUEST - HOSPICE OF WATERLOO REGION Mrs. Koppeser advised that the request has been withdrawn as the event has been cancelled. REFRESHMENT VEHICLES The Committee was in receipt of a report from J. Koppeser dated August 8, 1997 concerning a July 7, 1997 Council request with respect to separation distances and licence fees for refreshment vehicles as well as provision for set fines. On a motion by Councillor Jake Smola, it was resolved: "That staff submit, for consideration at the September 8, 1997 Finance and Administration Committee meeting, a comprehensive report with respect to Chapters 557 (Lunch Counter, Restaurant Refreshment Stand) and Chapter 586 (Refreshment Vehicles) of the City's Municipal Code, including the issues of separation distances, the amount of licencing fees and provision for set fines." LICENCE REQUEST - NON-EROTIC\NON-SEXUAL BODY RUB PARLOUR The Committee was in receipt of a report from J. Koppeser dated August 7, 1997 recommending that the licence request be granted and several housekeeping amendments be made to the current by-laws. On a motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, it was resolved: "That James Harrison be granted a 1997 licence for the operation of a Body Rub Parlour at 1167 King Street East, Kitchener, and that the Legal Department be instructed to prepare the necessary amendment to Chapter 560 (Massagists and Body Rub Parlours) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code; and, That the Legal Department be instructed to prepare an amendment to By-law 97-47 to change "1 .Section 530.3.3 of Chapter 560" to read "1 .Section 560.3.3 of Chapter 560"; and further, That the Legal Department also be instructed to prepare an amendment to By-law 97-110 to change the last line of #1. from "Subsection (I)" to "Subsection (i)"." MUNICIPAL STATUTORY REFORM - LIABILITY PROTECTION The Committee was in receipt of a joint report from J. Shivas and N. Chambers dated August 1, 1997 recommending that the City urge the Province to provide further relief from liability to municipalities. 10. MUNICIPAL STATUTORY REFORM - LIABILITY PROTECTION - CONT'D On a motion by Councillor M. Yantzi, it was resolved; "WHEREAS municipalities remain targets for claims for liability due to their perceived deep pockets, as well as joint and several liability; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener urges the Province of Ontario, during its current review of the Municipal Act, to provide further relief from liability to municipalities by granting reasonable statutory protection in the areas of building inspection and occupiers liability; FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 -111 - CITY OF KITCHENER 11. AND FURTHER, that municipalities be relieved from joint liability, leaving them with several liability only; AND FURTHER, that this resolution be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and local M.P.P.'s." SKATEPARK FACILITY - TENDER AND FINANCING The Committee was in receipt of a joint report from R. Wyatt and G. Nixon dated August 5, 1997 recommending the awarding of a tender for the construction of a skatepark at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium and related financing. Councillor Taylor-Harrison referred to a summary of comments she had received from constituents and staff with respect to construction of the skatepark facility and a number of unaddressed items. She relayed concerns expressed by some area residents that the process followed was inadequate and also noted concerns expressed with regard to safety, the proposed lack of supervision and parking requirements. Councillor Taylor-Harrison requested that either further action with regard to the skatepark be deferred until the Spring of 1998 or a list of possible additions to the skatepark be considered at this time. She then put forward this list in motion form comprising the addition of a perimeter track and fence, establishment of a contingency fund, undertaking a parking study, installing a telephone and first aid kit, and continuing discussion with respect to development of a code of conduct and provision for policing the facility. Councillor Vrbanovic noted that a perimeter track had been considered in the past but that the suggestion was discarded and asked for staff comment. Mr. Wyatt advised that the track could be included as the design allows for this addition; however, there are a number of operational concerns aside from the cost, most of these safety related. Mr. Nixon added that one of the problems with a perimeter track is that it will be difficult to confine in-line skaters to the track and this would create a conflict zone. Also, since the skatepark is a multi-use facility including bicycles and skateboards the perimeter track could be used by bikes and would have to be crossed by other users. Councillor Vrbanovic noted that provision of a contingency fund is automatic in instances such as these and Mr. Wyatt confirmed that this would be an annual item in the Parks and Recreation Department budget which would be considered at budget approval time. Councillor Ziegler suggested considering the addition of a track in 1998 after the facility has been in operation, though funds could be allocated prior to this review. Councillor Taylor-Harrison accepted the suggestion of Councillor Ziegler with respect to a perimeter track as a friendly amendment to her motion. Mr. Nixon advised that only two facilities researched by staff were fenced, one of these for the purpose of a possible conversion to tennis courts. Councillor Taylor-Harrison accepted, as a friendly amendment, a suggestion that the facility operate for one year before a decision is made on fencing, or alternatively this issue could be brought forward sooner at the discretion of the Ward Councillor. The main motion was then voted on, as amended. 11. SKATEPARK FACILITY - TENDER AND FINANCING - CONT'D On a motion by Councillor K. Taylor-Harrison, it was resolved: "That with regard to the proposed skatepark facility at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, consideration be given to the following: a) allocation of $5,000.00 toward construction of a perimeter fence, with evaluation of the need for such fence to take place within one year of the start of operation, or at the discretion of the Ward Councillor; and, b) allocation of $9,000.00 toward the addition of a track around the perimeter of the facility to assist novice skateboarders and encourage adult participation, with this addition to be FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 -112- CITY OF KITCHENER 12. 13. 14. 15. evaluated in 1998; and, c) establishing an annual contingency fund of $6,000.00 for maintenance of the facility; and, d) immediately undertaking a parking study to address concerns raised by neighbouring residents over on-street parking during Memorial Auditorium events, with said study to include observations of the residents directly affected; and, e) installation of a telephone outside the building in the event of an emergency; and, f) discussion among skateboarders, area residents and Parks and Recreation Department staff concerning development of a code of conduct for the facility and enforcement of same; and, g) further discussion regarding the availability of a first aid kit for use in the event of accidents; and further, That Councillor Karen Taylor-Harrison work with the Neighbourhood Association and Waterloo Regional Police Services to identify a means of monitoring the skatepark site." Mr. Arnot asked for clarification of the parking issue referred to Councillor Taylor-Harrison's motion and how this would impact the skatepark facility. She replied that parking is a recurring complaint among neighbouring residents and is often triggered by developments such as these. She noted that between 65 and 70 parking spaces will be lost due to the construction of the skatepark, and Mr. Arnot suggested that this could be addressed under the site plan approval process. On a motion by Councillor T. Galloway, it was resolved: "That Tender T97-93 for the construction of a skatepark at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium be awarded to Gateman-Milloy Inc. at the tendered price of $194,848.03; and, That related costs in the amount of $27,000.00 be debited from the savings realized through the Wilson Roof Capital Project (Index #646466); and, That the City fund the approximate $20,000.00 shortfall in fundraising through a separate account to be repaid within one year through additional fundraising efforts; and further, That the project be funded as follows: $150,000.00 as previously approved by Council; $27,000.00 from Index #646466; and, $50,000.00 from donations." INFORMATION REPORT - MONTE CARLO LICENCES The Committee received, as information, a report dated August 6, 1997 listing the Monte Carlo events recently approved by Licencing staff. 1998 PRO-FORMA BUDGET On a motion by Councillor M. Yantzi, it was resolved: "That the presentation on the 1998 Pro Forma Budget be deferred and referred to the September 8, 1997 meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee and be listed as the first item of discussion following delegations." NEXT MEETING The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee will be held on Monday, September 8, 1997. ADJOURNMENT On motion, the meeting adjourned at 12.40 p.m. FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 11, 1997 -113- CITY OF KITCHENER G. Sosnoski Manager of Corporate Records/Assistant City Clerk