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PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE MINUTES
MARCH 22, 1993
The Public Works and Transportation Committee met this date under the Chairmanship of Alderman
J. Smola with the following members present: Alderman G. Lorentz, Alderman C. Weylie and
Alderman M. Wagner. Alderman T. Galloway and Alderman J. Ziegler were in attendance for part of
the meeting.
Others Present:
Messrs. J. O'Rourke, D. Suzuki, B. Musselman, D. Snow, S. Gyorffy, B.
Liddle, F. Graham, R. Schurm, E. Kovacs, T. McKay and L.F. Parkhouse.
This meeting of the Public Works and Transportation Committee commenced at 9:35 a.m.
1.DOTR 92-31 - School Pedestrian Safety - Canadian Martyr's Separate School
Mr. D. Snow presented an informational report concerning traffic conditions in and around Canadian
Martyr's Separate School. A video was shown to demonstrate the severity of the problems
encountered. The report, as presented, also outlined the Action Plan which has been
implemented to overcome these problems.
When questioned by Alderman C. Weylie, it was noted that staff do work with the two School Boards
in an attempt to ensure that traffic concerns are addressed early in the planning stage for a new
facility.
2.DOTR 93-9 -On-Street Parkinq Meters - David Street
The Committee considered a report which recomends that 23 additional on-street metered parking
spaces be developed on the west side of David Street between Joseph Street and Courtland
Avenue. These new meters are located across David Street from the Victoria School
Community Centre and the Kitchener Housing development.
On motion by Alderman G. Lorentz-
It was resolved:
"That two (2) hour limit parking meters be installed on the west side of David Street between Joseph
Street and Courtland Avenue, and further,
That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly."
3.1992 Road Proqram
The Committee considered a report which indicates that the Ministry of Transportation has advised
that the 1993 road subsidy allocation will be $3,641,800.00. It was noted that this is a
decrease of approximately 1.7% from the 1992 allocation.
On motion by Alderman C. Weylie -
It was resolved:
"That the Clerk be authorized to execute the Program of Proposed Expenditures of highway
improvements for the 1993."
4.Recycled Tire Transition Collars for Manhole Covers
On February 15, 1993, Alderman G. Lorentz requested a report regarding a new product made from
recycled tires which is installed as a manhole transition collar.
Mr. S. Gyorffy, Director of Operations, presented a report in this regard and noted that a major
concern is the cost of approximately $1,000.00 per installation. The process presently used
has a cost of approximately $175.00.
The report, as presented, suggests the installation of 5 of these new collars on a trial basis which will
allow them to be evaluated for possible future use.
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4.Recycled Tire Transition Collars for Manhole Covers (Cont'd)
When questioned by the Committee, it was noted that these collars have been installed in
municipalities, mainly in the Toronto area, and these municipalities will be contacted to obtain
their comments.
The members of the Committee suggested that the available product information should be
forwarded to the Regional Engineering Committee for their consideration.
Alderman T. Galloway entered the meeting at this time.
5.Snow Removal
Several members of the Committee requested information regarding actions which could be taken
against homeowners who blow or plow snow from their driveways onto City streets. It was
noted that this is an offence under the Highway Traffic Act and, accordingly, charges must be
laid by the Regional Police.
In regard to the snow removal budget it was pointed out that there is a very slight over-expenditure at
the present time.
Alderman J. Ziegler entered the meeting at this time.
6.1992 Annual Report - Department of Public Works
For information purposes, Mr. D. Suzuki introduced the 1992 Annual Report of the Department of
Public Works. As part of his presentation, Mr. Suzuki highlighted the 1993 objectives for the
Department.
7.Adjournment
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 10:15 a.m.
L.F. Parkhouse, AMCT
Deputy City Clerk