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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Minutes - 1997-03-24COUNCIL\1997-03-24 MARCH 24, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES CITY OF KITCHENER The Council of the City of Kitchener met this date with all members present. The meeting began with the playing of "O Canada" by the St. Stephen Lutheran Church Choir under the direction of Chris Brambel. Councillor M. Yantzi thanked the Choir and their leader for their rendition of the National Anthem. On motion by Councillor K. Redman, the minutes of the regular meeting held March 3, 1997, and the special meetings held March 3 and 17, 1997, as mailed to the members, were accepted. COMMUNICATIONS REFERRED DIRECTLY TO FILE - (1) Letter dated March 11, 1997 from the Honourable Ernie Eves, Q.C., Minister of Finance, commenting on City Council's resolution of November 12, 1996 regarding fuel taxes. Ms. Fran Rider, Executive Director of the Ontario Women's Hockey Association and Chairperson of the 1997 Women's World Championship, appeared and outlined the upcoming event to be held at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium involving Women's Hockey Clubs competing for the right to attend the Olympic Games in Japan. Ms. Rider thanked the volunteers and staff involved for their hard work, and specifically mentioned Ms. Caroline Oliver and Mr. Keith Baulk. Ms. Oliver distributed award championship pins to members of Council. Councillor T. Galloway noted that the City is over-subscribed with volunteers for this event, which speaks well for Kitchener's volunteer base. He advised that approximately $3,000,000 in direct economic benefit to the community is expected as a result of the event, and thanked Ms. Rider, staff and all of the organizers and volunteers involved for their hard work. Councillor J. Ziegler introduced the 25th Kitchener Scout Group of Country Hills who were in attendance this date with their leaders to observe the meeting. Mr. J. Witmer, Director of Building, Zoning & Inspection, was in attendance this date concerning the compilation report for the Ralgreen Crescent area. Council was in receipt this date of a report and recommendation from Mr. Witmer dated March 22, 1997 with respect to the services of Heath Consultants Limited and the cost of the compilation report. Mr. Witmer confirmed that the City is expected to pay 50% of the amount referred to in the staff recommendation. In response to a further question from Councillor G. Lorentz, Mr. Witmer advised that he expects a final report to be available within eight weeks time. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Ziegler "That Council authorize staff to further retain the services of Heath Consultants Limited for the purpose of preparing a final compilation report for the Ralgreen Crescent area and hereby waives the requirement under Chapter 170 (Purchasing and Materials Management) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code to call for expressions of interest; and further, That Council agrees to pay Heath Consultants Limited $34,550, exclusive of taxes, which represents the cost for the compilation of historical information, chronology and summary of actions taken, summary of test results, analysis and preparation of recommendations and the preparation and attendance at a public meeting, analysis and preparation of the report, done on the understanding that the cost is to be shared equally with the Ministry of Environment and Energy." Carried. Mr. L. Gordon, Manager of Purchasing, appeared as a delegation to answer any questions regarding the tenders listed on the Committee of the Whole agenda of this date. MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -IR7- CITY OF KITCHENER Moved by Councillor J. Ziegler Seconded by Councillor K. Redman "That quotation Q97-27, Food Products be awarded to Bruce Edmeades Sales Limited, Kitchener at their adjusted price of $62,177.62 plus G.S.T. and PS.T." -and- "That tender T97-5, Louisa Street Reconstruction (King Street West to Moore Avenue), be awarded to Sierra Construction (Woodstock) Limited, Woodstock, Ontario at their adjusted tendered price of $246,741.57." -and- "That tender T97-24, Watermain Cleaning, be awarded to Jackson-Tkach Inc., Burlington, Ontario, at their tendered price of $124,916.40, plus G.S.T." -and- "That tender T97-21, Maintenance Agreement for a Rolm Mocel CBX 9000 and Redwood System, be awarded to Norstan Canada Inc., London, Ontario, for a two year period, at their tendered price of $91,802. plus G.S.T." -and- "That tender T97-32, Recycling of Asphalt and Concrete, be awarded to Vanzwol Trucking, Waterdown, Ontario at their tendered price of $134,050. plus G.S.T. and P.S.T." -and- "That Expression of Interest E97-27 Consultant Services - King Street/Cedar Street Reconstruction, be awarded to Paragon Engineering Ltd., Kitchener, at an upset fee of $185,200. plus G.S.T." Councillor J. Ziegler enquired as to the maintenance agreement outlined in T97-21 and relating to the City's voice mail and switching equipment. He expressed surprise that the contract amount for maintenance costs appears to be half as much annually as the cost to purchase the entire voice mail system. Mr. Gordon clarified that the major costs relate to the switching system, and that maintenance of the voice mail system alone costs approximately $5,000. Councillor T. Galloway enquired as to Tender T97-24 (Watermain Cleaning) and asked whether the recommended contractor has done this type of work before and recognizes the importance of the public relations component of the job. Mr. Gordon replied that this is the first time the City has used this particular contractor, but all references suggest that they are capable of performing the work. Councillor Galloway stressed that it is important the contractor clearly understand the need to advise residents of the project including the work dates and expected conditions. Mr. Gordon replied that this was dealt with indepth at the pre-bid meeting. The previous motion by Councillor J. Ziegler, seconded by Councillor K. Redman, to adopt the tender recommendations on the Committee of the Whole agenda of this date was voted on and Carried. Mr. D. Mansell, Manager of Engineering Development, and Ms. Carla Ladd, Manager of Community Planning and Development Review, were in attendance concerning Clause 8 of the Committee of the Whole agenda of this date, and specifically to answer any questions concerning Staff Report PD 97/29 concerning Provincial Bill 98 with respect to development costs and charges. Mr. Mansell referred to the concerns of staff with respect to the proposed legislation and their specific recommendations which they are asking be forwarded to the Minister of Municipal Affairs & Housing. Ms. Carla Ladd reviewed the suggested revisions to the draft legislation and noted that if endorsed by Council, these would be submitted to the Province for standing committee review. Ms. Ladd reviewed the report attached to the agenda and the recommendations therein. She highlighted three major changes in the proposed Development Charges Act which warrant emphasis; namely, the proposed reduction in the extent of municipal capital works which are eligible for financing through development charges; the requirement for a municipal contribution toward capital servicing projects; and changes to the front-ending MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 1~8- CITY OF KITCI:IENER provisions for municipal capital works. Ms. Ladd reviewed each of the issues in the report and the staff team recommendations. Councillor T. Galloway referred to the transition regulations and enquired how it would be determined whether a project falls under the new or the old by-law. Mr. Mansell replied that if the environmental assessment alone has been completed, but the project has not gone to tender, it would fall within the transition period. However, if it has gone to tender, it would be subject to the provisions of the current Development Charge By-law. Mr. Mansell also noted that the City has eighteen months after the Provincial legislation is enacted to create a new development charge by-law. Councillor Galloway enquired as to the status of community trail development in the by-law, and Mr. Mansell replied that he believed it would be included in future. Councillor Galloway referred to the proposed requirement for a municipal contribution toward eligible services and the approximate $1,000,000 a year in lost or rearranged capital referred to previously by Ms. Ladd. Mr. Mansell responded that a rough calculation suggests that approximately $600,000 will be required for hard services and $400,000 for soft services. Councillor Galloway referred to the issue of industrial exemptions and expressed his interest in seeing businesses benefit from a full, and cumulative 10,000 square foot exemption as opposed to a one-time 5,000 square foot exemption. He suggested this would be more helpful in encouraging the expansion of existing buildings and businesses. Councillor M. Wagner questioned a figure provided earlier which indicated that the estimate of lost capital as a result of the new legislation would be approximately $15,000,000. Mr. Mansell reponded that the $1,000,000 figure in the staff report is based on a calculation involving the 1991 Development Charge By- law and that the total cost would be $1,000,000 per year for a total of $10,000,000 over the term of the capital forecast. He pointed out that this does not include grants and industrial exemptions which could increase this figure significantly. Councillor Wagner noted that Bill 98 results from significant lobbying of the Provincial Government by the development industry. He questioned what safeguards would be put in place to ensure that the $1,000,000 annual loss to the municipality would not simply be absorbed by the developers as profit and not be passed along to customers, specifically home buyers. Councillor Wagner commented that under the proposed legislation, all taxpayers would pay a part of the cost of new growth, and that this is at odds with the premise that new growth, if warranted, should pay for itself. He questioned what other municipalities are doing in response to this legislation. Ms. Ladd advised that staff were asked to prepare a joint submission with the Region, but have decided to wait until the Bill is further along in the Legislature before considering a joint response from area municipalities. It is anticipated that substantial changes will take place prior to the Bill's consideration for final reading. Moved by Councillor T. Galloway Seconded by Councillor K. Redman "That clause 8 of the Committee of the Whole agenda of this date be adopted." Councillor T. Galloway suggested an amendment to the recommendation in the industrial exemptions section which would allow employers to take full advantage of the 10,000 square foot exemption, with this exemption to be cumulative and not a one-time occurrence. Mr. Mansell replied that this adjustment could be made; however, it would be at a cost to the City. Ms. Ladd suggested that reference be made in the recommendation to the building as it exists on the date the City's by-law is enacted. Councillor Galloway advised that he does not support the intent of Bill 98, but notwithstanding this, would like to see hospitals kept within the Act as he feels they are worthy of development charges, and suggested this issue be discussed at Regional Council. He also advised that he supports the staff report with the single exemption referred to earlier. Councillor Jake Smola suggested that the recommendations and report before Council be circulated to the municipalities within the Region. Moved by Councillor T. Galloway Seconded by Councillor K. Redman "That the recommendation under the sub-heading 'Industrial Exemptions' in Planning and Development Department report PD 97/29 relating to Bill 98 be amended as follows: "That Section 2(3)(c) be revised as follows: 'Permit cumulative enlargements of an industrial building to a maximum of 50% of the gross floor area of the existing industrial building, but in no case to exceed a total of ten thousand square feet. For the purpose of this provision, 'existing' is defined as the gross floor area of the industrial building on the date a municipality passes a Development Charge By-law MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 1~9- CITY OF KITCHENER under this Act."' Carried. The main motion by Councillor T. Galloway, seconded by Councillor K. Redman, to adopt clause 8 of the Committee of the Whole agenda of this date was then voted on and Carried. Chad Krulicki and Patrick Wilken appeared and provided an update on The Korova (Student Coffee House) located on Joseph Street. Mr. Krulicki advised that the Cafe is planning to explore the feasibility of creating a small outdoor patio as a smoking area during the summer months. Smoking would then be prohibited in the cafe proper, and it is hoped that this expansion will satisfy the need for a smoking area, as well as increase the client base and as a result the viability of the cafe. Mr. Krulicki also indicated that the operators are researching replacement windows as a number of these have been damaged due to break-ins and vandalism. He stated that the cafe plans to seek out sponsors who would donate funds to replace one or more windows. Improvements to the existing flooring are also being contemplated. Mr. Krulicki suggested that the proposed improvements would hopefully attract a greater variety of patrons to the cafe. Mr. Wilkins explained the cafe's practice of booking underground bands, noting that the Korova has a good reputation among musicians, who have indicated that they enjoy playing there because the environment is non-alcoholic and staff have good control over patron behaviour. Mr. Wilkins elaborated on a proposed music celebration in Victoria Park which would be used to raise money for the Korova. He added that the celebration could occur in conjunction with a display of student art in Victoria Park and a writer's anthology based on selected themes. Mr. Krulicki advised that if the music festival proceeds, staffing and other assistance may be required of the City. He also asked that Councillor M. Yantzi serve as a Council liaison in developing the festival concept. Mr. Wilkins suggested that the event could be held in late June or early July, subject to the availability of Victoria Park. Mayor R. Christy suggested that the delegation work with Parks & Recreation staff and the Mayor's Advisory Council on Youth to develop the ideas presented this date and the related costs. Moved by Councillor K. Redman Seconded by Councillor J. Ziegler "That Councillor M. Yantzi and staff work with the operators of the Korova Student Coffee House to develop the proposal for a music festival in Victoria Park and report back with a proposal for consideration by Council." Carried. Mr. Paul Britton, MacNaughton Hermsen Britton Clarkson Planning Limited, appeared on behalf of Hallman Aberdeen Limited, and in support of clauses 6-16 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date concerning the Doon South Community Plan. Council was also in receipt this date of a written submission from Mr. Richard Haalboom dated March 24, 1997 expressing concern that the development lands west of Tilt Drive are to be given temporary access to Doon Village Road and Tilt Drive as service roads. Ms. Jean Haalboom gave a presentation on the heritage of the Doon South Community, as well as traffic and heritage conservation issues involving the proposed Community Plan. In this regard, she circulated a presentation document dated March 24, 1997 entitled "The Land Beneath the Plan". Ms. Haalboom asked that subsection 6.13 of clause 7 of the Planning & Economic Development Committee report of this date be amended so as to identify construction of the diversion between Bechtel Drive and Tilt Drive as a high priority in the Five as opposed to the Ten Year Capital Forecast. She asked that Council adhere to the policies of the Heritage Conservation District Plan with regard to traffic and deal with the traffic issue immediately as it is the principle concern of area residents. She further suggested that temporary vehicular access to the Hallman Aberdeen lands west of Tilt Drive could be obtained via Tilt Drive and the existing Doon Village Road. Finally, Ms. Haalboom asked that Council defer consideration of subsections 6.9 and 6.10 of the Plan for Legal and Planning opinions, as these clauses appear to be in conflict. Mr. McCabe responded that Ms. Haalboom's earlier reference to the Five Year Capital Forecast reflects MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 130- CITY OF KITCI:IENER the fact that in the past the City changed its forecasting from five to ten years. He suggested that her concerns could be addressed by amending subsection 6.13 to indicate the first five years of the City's Ten Year Capital Forecast. He indicated that there is no need to defer subsections 6.9 and 6.10 as suggested as the access being provided is only temporary in nature and is based on an agreement with Hallman Aberdeen Limited. He suggested that he would have no problem with inserting Ms. Haalboom's history of the area into the introduction portion of the Community Plan. Mr. Britton indicated his agreement with the comments made by Mr. McCabe and his support for both the staff and the heritage recommendations before Council this date. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That clause 7 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date be adopted." Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That within the Introduction section of the Doon South Community Plan, reference in the first sentence of the second paragraph to 'rolling topography' be changed to 'ice stagnation topography related to the retreat of the last ice sheet' so that the sentence reads: 'In addition to the array of significant natural features, the Doon South Community is characterized by ice stagnation topography related to the retreat of the last ice sheet and the presence of many cultural and heritage features associated with early settlement of the Kitchener (Doon) area."' Carried. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That subsection 6.13 of clause 7 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date be amended to reflect that construction of a portion of the Doon Village Road diversion between Bechtel Drive and Tilt Drive, will be considered as a high priority in the first five years of the City's Ten Year Capital Forecast." Carried. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That subsection 6.1 of clause 7 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date be amended to insert the words 'and heritage resources' after the words 'environmental features'." Carried. Councillor T. Galloway stated that in his estimation the Doon South Community Plan is probably one of the finest planning documents of any community in Ontario and thanked those who participated in its creation. The motion by Councillor C. Weylie, seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi, to adopt Clause 7 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date was then voted on and Clause 7 was Carried, as amended. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That clause 6 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date be adopted." Carried. MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -131- CITY OF KITCI:IENER Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That clauses 8 through 16, inclusive, of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date be adopted." Carried. Mr. Dwight Storring appeared concerning Clause 11 of the Community Services Committee report of this date relating to the proposed skateboard park. Mr. Storring requested a delay of the decision on the location of the skateboard facility for two weeks to allow a second public meeting for the purpose of hearing residents concerns. Mr. Storring advised that he represents his neighbourhood association and advised that most residents do not oppose the skateboard facility; however, they have a number of concerns relating to its operation. He referred to the short notice provided by staff to neighbourhood residents through a flyer which was received on March 17 notifying of a meeting to take place on March 19, which actually was held on the 18th. He suggested that there was no indication in the flyer that it was a City document and its appearance suggested a skateboard park advertisement. Mr. Storring noted that the meeting was poorly attended and that a number of residents did not receive the flyer at all, including Councillor K. Redman. Council then heard a staff presentation with regard to the skateboard facility and public participation. Mr. John Cooper, Supervisor of Athletics, referred to a number of opportunities for public input including a February 5, 1997 public meeting at the Victoria School Centre for which 1,000 flyers were distributed. He added that 70 citizens attended and expressed a positive response to the initiative. Mr. Cooper advised that a committee of eight skateboarders participated in discussions leading to the design of the facility. The latest public meeting was the one referred to earlier by Mr. Storring. Mr. Roger Wyatt, Manager of Athletics/Community Arenas/Design and Development, referred to an earlier study of possible skateboard facility locations and the criteria used for site selection. He noted that in the course of design a number of assumptions changed and as a result the Auditorium seemed the most logical site. Mr. Grant Nixon, Landscape Architect, provided an overview of the facility design. In response to questions, Mr. Nixon advised that there is a 300 foot berm between the proposed facility and the houses on Stirling Avenue. Councillor T. Galloway suggested that trees be planted on this berm in a fashion similar to the berm on the other side of the proposed park and Mr. Nixon suggested that this would not be a problem. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor T. Galloway "That clause 11 of the Community Services Committee report of this date be adopted." Councillor K. Redman asked that the motion be amended to include reference to a public meeting to obtain additional input from the community on the operation and design of a skateboard facility, and her suggestion was accepted as a friendly amendment. Council was also in receipt of two letters this date with respect to the proposed facility from Kathryn Storring and Elizabeth Coulthard Roe. Councillor J. Ziegler referred to one of the letters and the concerns raised over the open concept of the proposed park and the need for a strong risk management program. The letter suggests that the facility should not be open for use until the City addresses the specific recommendations of its Solicitor in this regard. Councillor Ziegler expressed his expectation that the City Solicitor would address the risk management initiative in the near future. Mayor R. Christy asked that the Legal Department take the comments of Councillor Ziegler under advisement. Councillor Jake Smola suggested that the location is an excellent one and that the site should be made available to any neighbourhood association in the City wishing to provide skateboard and rollerblade programming. Councillor K. Redman complimented staff on their efforts to date and referred to the skateboarders who were involved in the process, noting that a number of them attended the meeting this date. She stressed the importance of treating the skateboard park as a community facility. The motion by Councillor G. Lorentz, seconded by Councillor T. Galloway, to adopt clause 11 of the Community Services Committee report was then voted on and Carried, as amended. Councillor C. Weylie referred to a report from Ms. Valerie Gibaut, Director of Economic Development which was circulated to Council this date and contains a recommendation to be substituted for clause 2 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date. The report advises that MARCH 24, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 132- CITY OF KITCI:IENER subsequent to the March 17 Committee meeting, a new price was negotiated with the purchaser and the recommendation of no action may be inappropriate. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That the staff recommendation concerning an Offer to Purchase submitted by Lydia Fitzgerald as outlined in the report of V. Gibaut dated March 24, 1997 be substituted for clause 2 of the Planning and Economic Development Committee report of this date." Carried. 1. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That the report of the Planning and Economic Development Committee of Council of this date be adopted." Voted on Clause by Clause. Clause #2 - Carried. Clause #7 - Dealt with under Delegations and Carried, as amended. Clauses 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 & 16 - Dealt with under Delegations and Carried. Balance of Report - Carried. 2. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor T. Galloway "That the report of the Community Services Committee of this date be adopted." Voted on Clause by Clause. Clause #9 - Carried. Clause #11 - Dealt with under Delegations and Carried, as amended. Clause 18 - Carried. Balance of Report - Carried. Declared pecuniary conflicts of interest and abstentions: Clause 9 - Councillor T. Galloway as he is employed by the Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club. 3. Moved by Councillor T. Galloway Seconded by Councillor Jake Smola "That the report of the Environmental Committee of this date be adopted." Councillor J. Ziegler suggested an amendment to clause 1 to reflect that the deposit return system apply to non-refillable cans, and this was accepted as a friendly amendment by the mover and seconder. The report of the Environmental Committee of this date was then voted on and Carried, as amended. 4. Moved by Councillor J. Ziegler Seconded by Councillor Jake Smola MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 133- CITY OF KITCHENER "That the report of the Finance and Administration Committee of this date be adopted." Councillor J. Ziegler suggested a change in the wording of Clause 3 to reflect that Mr. Witmer's report is being received rather than accepted. He stressed that Council is not endorsing the report on the requirements of mandatory inspections at this time, but is awaiting a further report. Councillor Jake Smola asked that Clause 3 be dealt with in two parts, suggesting the second part of the motion is redundant at this time based on Council's previous approval of the hiring of two contract employees to clear the inspection backlog. Councillor J. Ziegler amended the second part of clause 3 to indicate that the report in question would be prepared at the end of the 1997 building season. The report of the Finance and Administration Committee was then voted on clause by clause. Clause #3 - Voted on in two parts; first part - Carried, as amended; second part - Carried, as amended. Balance of Report - Carried. Moved by Councillor M. Wagner Seconded by Councillor T. Galloway "That the report of Heritage Kitchener (Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee) of this date be adopted." Carried. Moved by Councillor John Smola Seconded by Councillor M. Wagner "That the report of the Public Works and Transportation Committee of this date be adopted." Councillor T. Galloway proposed a change in the wording of Clause 4 to include the statement in Mr. Snow's report that the four-way stop is being installed on a temporary basis until the completion of the Fischer-Hallman Road Extension to Westmount Road by the year 2000. The mover and seconder accepted the suggestion of Councillor Galloway as a friendly amendment. The report of the Public Works and Transportation Committee was then voted on clause by clause. Clause 4 - Carried, as amended. Balance of report - Carried. Moved by Councillor J. Ziegler Seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz "That Council extend the appointment of Mr. John Gazzola as the City's Interim Chief Administrative Officer to May 12, 1997." Carried. In response to a question from Councillor G. Lorentz, Mr. R.W. Pritchard advised that a staff meeting involving the Clerks of the municipalities of Cambridge, Guelph and Waterloo will be held on March 26 to pursue the direction given by Council regarding the feasibility of a joint public meeting to hear public input on charitable casinos. Mr. Pritchard indicated that he hoped to report to the Finance and Administration Committee in two weeks time with recommendations as well as comment from Mr. Shivas. Mayor R. Christy further advised that he had contacted the Mayors of Cambridge, Guelph and Waterloo and all were prepared to participate in this initiative. Councillor G. Lorentz pointed out that the rink in the Civic Square is scheduled to close today, and asked for Council's consideration in keeping it open for one more week to allow use over the Easter holiday. Mr. Clancy advised that the combined cost of operating the rink for a further week is approximately $3,715. He asked that if Council agrees to the extension of use that staff be left with the discretion to close the rink earlier if required due to weather or the need to remove painted Iogos below the ice surface. MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 134 - CITY OF KITCI:IENER Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor John Smola "That Parks & Recreation Department staff be permitted to over-spend the account for operation of the rink in the Civic Square so as to allow it to remain open for an additional week." Carried. Councillor J. Ziegler indicated his surprise that the cost of operating the rink is $85,000 a year, as it was his understanding this was the total cost for the rink and the reflecting pool. He requested a report confirming the amount and showing a breakdown of the cost involved in operating the rink. Councillor B. Vrbanovic referred to a presentation given by Fire Chief Hancock and Deputy Chief Kuntz at the March 18 meeting of Woolwich Township Council. The presentation was intended to convince Council to continue allowing the City of Kitchener to perform fire dispatch services for the Township. As a result, Council is now reconsidering their CAO's recommendation that the City of Cambridge undertake this service. Councillor B. Vrbanovic outlined a recent integrated case exercise undertaken by the Wilfrid Laurier University School of Business in which both he and Fire Chief Hancock participated. The subject of the case exercise was the City's proposed residential alarm monitoring system. Councillor Vrbanovic advised that a number of teams developed marketing ideas and products, and thanked Fire Chief Hancock for his assistance in the case exercise. Fire Chief Hancock also noted that staff are currently compiling the material received from Wilfrid Laurier University and will bring these back to Council at the April 21 Finance and Administration Committee meeting. He further advised that the results of the survey will hopefully be available by the April 7 Committee meeting. In conjunction with the proposed meeting concerning charitable casinos, Councillor Jake Smola asked that information be compiled for each of the municipalities of Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph and Cambridge, as to the number of Monte Carlo events held annually and associated revenue, the numbers and revenue for break-open tickets as well as bingos. Councillor Smola pointed out that the revenues currently raised through these events are all generated and spent within each community. Councillor M. Wagner referred to a recent newspaper article regarding concerns over election planning as a result of delays with respect to Provincial legislation and regulations. Mr. R.W. Pritchard replied that he had spoken with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, and to date, the City does not have the prescribed forms or the regulations required on April 1, 1997. He pointed out that the former mechanism for determination and distribution of school board trustees has been shelved, and the numbers cannot be determined until legislation is enacted at the Provincial level. He also advised that there has been no word from the Province as to the prescribed candidate's fee. Councillor J. Ziegler referred to a June Council resolution concerning the creation of a Code of Conduct for staff and asked for a report at the next Finance and Administration Committee meeting as to the status of this project. Mr. R.W. Pritchard reported that 2 1/2 months ago, Management Committee considered Council's direction and appointed a staff team to develop a recommended policy. That policy was approved in principle by Management Committee and was sent to each department for further staff input. Mr. Pritchard advised that he is still awaiting return of the departmental responses, but added the sub- committee will meet in mid-April and bring a report back to the Finance and Administration Committee shortly thereafter. Councillor Ziegler asked that April 21 be considered a target date for either the report or an update. Councillor B. Vrbanovic noted that information has been received concerning a consultation paper on the new Municipal Act, and that the municipality has until April 8 to register to comment and until May 9 to remit final written submissions. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Yantzi "That a staff committee be struck, and report to the Finance and Administration Committee on April 7, 1997, with comments on the presentation paper which would lead toward preparation of a written submission." Carried. MARCH 94, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -135- CITY OF KITCI:IENER Councillor K. Redman referred to a letter received from Ms. Lirondel Hazineh, ROOF Program Manager, dated March 12, 1997, requesting membership on the Safe City Committee to fill the vacancy created by her former co-worker Susan Dube. Moved by Councillor K. Redman Seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz "That Ms. Lirondel Hazineh be appointed to fill the current vacancy on the Safe City Committee and for a term to expire November 30, 1997." Carried. Councillor John Smola asked for an update on the status of the staff submission to the Region of Waterloo with respect to the possible transfer of water and waste water responsibilities. Mr. Gazzola replied that staff are in the process of compiling the final details with respect to the City of Kitchener operation and hope to provide these to the Committee shortly. He stated that he would advise the Public Works and Transportation Committee when all of the information is available, but due to the large amount of data involved he is not sure when this can be presented. He pointed out that Kitchener has a problem in that it has such a fully integrated system for gas and water that some of the staff economies and savings may not materialize. He explained that with regard to meter reading, it is the City's practice to read both gas and water meters in a single visit; however, if the Region is responsible for reading water meters, and the City for gas meters, it will not be possible to reduce the number of staff. Councillor John Smola questioned whether an interim report would be possible, and Mr. Gazzola indicated that he would provide an update and whatever information is available at the April 7, 1997 meeting of the Public Works and Transportation Committee. Moved by Councillor John Smola Seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz "That leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws, namely: (a) Being a by-law to close part of Old Chicopee Drive shown as Parts 1, 2 and 3, Plan 58R- 10614, sell Parts 1 and 2 and retain Part 3 thereof, in the City of Kitchener 7. (Cont'd) (b) Being a by-law to amend By-law 93-200 being a by-law to establish an Emergency Plan governing the provision of necessary services during an emergency (c) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Northforest Trail as a public highway in the City of Kitchener (d) Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - Monarch Construction Ltd. - Resurrection Drive at University Avenue - No. 96/39/R/PB (e) Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 85-1 - G. & P. Hess - Frederick Street - No. 96/1 I/F/JW (f) Being a by-law to license Street Vendors in Victoria Park and at specific street intersections, expiring December 31, 1997 (g) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council 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 R. Christy appointed Councillor K. Redman as Chair. On motion, the Council rose from the Committee of the Whole and Mayor R. Christy occupied the Chair. MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -136- CITY OF KITCI:IENER Moved by Councillor K. Redman 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." Moved by Councillor John Smola Seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz "That the by-laws listed on the agenda for third reading, namely: (a) (b) (c) Carried. Being a by-law to amend By-law 93-200 being a by-law to establish an Emergency Plan governing the provision of necessary services during an emergency (By-law No. 97-51) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Northforest Trail as a public highway in the City of Kitchener (By-law No. 97-52) Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - Monarch Construction Ltd. - Resurrection Drive at University Avenue - No. 96/39/R/PB (By-law No. 97-53) (Cont'd) (d) (e) (f) (g) Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 85-1 96/11/F/JW - G. & P. Hess - Frederick Street - No. Being a by-law to license Street Vendors in Victoria Park and intersections, expiring December 31, 1997 To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council (By-law No. 97-54) at specific street (By-law No. 97-55) (By-law No. 97-56) Being a by-law to amend the City of Kitchener Municipal Code - Chapter 320 imposing a special charge on classes of buildings that impose or may impose a heavy load on the sewer or water system (By-law No. 97-57) be taken as read a third time, be finally passed and numbered serially by the Clerk." Carried. On motion, the meeting adjourned. MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -137- CITY OF KITCI:IENER MAYOR CLERK PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - That the City accept, and the Mayor and Clerk execute an Offer to Purchase submitted by KIMBIL Distribution Inc. with respect to land in Phase III of the Huron Business Park and being composed of Parcel 1 shown on the sketch attached to the March 10, 1997 report from the Economic Development Division and marked "ATTACHMENT A" and being a configuration of site 135 and consisting of approximately 3.0 acres at a total purchase price of approximately $225,000.00 based on a purchase price of $75,000/acre, and further, The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute any other necessary documentation required by the City Solicitor. That the City accept, and the Mayor and Clerk execute, an Offer to Purchase submitted by Lydia Fitzgerald with respect to Part of Site 130C in Phase 1 of the Huron Business Park for a total purchase price of $33,740 based on .446 acres at $75,000 per acre and 0.058 unuseable acres at $5,000 per acre; and further, The Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute any other necessary documentation required by the City Solicitor. That the draft "Urban Design Guidelines and Standards" attached to Planning and Development Staff Report PD 97/22 be tabled for information, and the Departments of Planning and Development and Parks and Recreation be directed to circulate the draft document to all City Departments, appropriate Advisory Committees, the development/consulting industry, and other interested parties for input. That Kitchener Council support an extension to the deadline for fulfilling conditions of approval for Zone Change Application 94/06/K/CL (Dr. V.B. Rao) to August 6, 1997. 1) That the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Plan Summary Report (January, 1997) be received for information. 2) That Kitchener Council formally request the Regional Municipality of Waterloo to conduct a suitable land owner consultation process as part of the preparation and approval of the implementation plan for the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study. That City Council approve Municipal Plan Amendment MP 97/1/D/LM (Doon South Community), with the revised Schedule "A" dated March 5, 1997, being an amendment to the Kitchener Municipal Plan to: (i) revise Map 5 - Land Use by refining the delineation of the Open Space, Low Rise Residential, Limited Service Residential and Neighbourhood Commercial districts within Doon South, as shown on Schedule "A"; (ii) revise Map 4 - Transportation by deleting the transportation network within Doon South and replacing it with the revised transportation network, as shown on Schedule "B"; and, (iii) add the following new policy iii) to Part 3, Policy 12.5: "Further to Part 2, Section 7.5.2, in order to reduce development impacts on other significant natural, cultural and heritage features, a new local road crossing of the Doon South Creek provincially significant wetland complex shall be permitted west of Tilt Drive and north of the proposed West-South Collector Road. Construction of this road crossing shall be subject to the preparation of appropriate environmental and design studies which emphasize mitigation but shall not be subject to further review of alternatives." It is the opinion of this Committee that approval of this Amendment to the City's Municipal Plan is proper planning for the City. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) That City Council adopt PD 97/16, being a new Community Plan for the Doon South area, as outlined hereunder: That within the Introduction section of the Plan, reference in the first sentence of the second MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -139- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 139- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL paragraph to 'rolling topography' be changed to 'ice stagnation topography related to the retreat of the last ice sheet' so that the sentence reads: 'In addition to the array of significant natural features, the Doon South Community is characterized by ice stagnation topography related to the retreat of the last ice sheet and the presence of many cultural and heritage features associated with early settlement of the Kitchener (Doon) area.' The following policies will guide the development of the Doon South Community. They will provide the basis for the evaluation of proposals for the future development of the area. GENERAL POLICIES 1.1 That the Doon South Community Plan shall conform to and implement the Regional Official Policies Plan and the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan. 1.2 That the Doon South Community Plan Land Use Map shall comprise the land use plan for the Community. 1.3 That development within the Doon South Community shall conform to all applicable development and implementation standards adopted by the City of Kitchener. Exceptions may be considered where feasible to implement specific urban design proposals which incorporate the unique topographic and cultural characteristics of the Doon South Community. 1.4 That as a condition to any Draft Plan of Subdivision, any alteration, filling or construction within a watercourse, flood plain, pond or wetland will require a "Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterway Permit" from the Grand River Conservation Authority prior to any grading or construction and prior to the registration of plans of subdivision. 1.5 That the Net Residential Density be calculated by dividing the number of residential units by the area of residential land. Residential land excludes all E.S.P.A. areas and hazard lands but includes all internal roads, one half of bounding roads and one quarter of boundary intersections but does not include bounding trunk roads. 1.6 That through the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study, the City of Kitchener and the Regional Municipality of Waterloo will explore alternative servicing options and increased residential densities for the lands designated Limited Service Residential within Phase 2 of the Doon South Community. However, the pending resolution of servicing and density issues for Phase 2 shall not preclude the processing of plans of subdivision on lands within the Blair Creek subwatershed but designated within Phase 1 of this Community Plan. 1.7 That buried services within Phase 1 shall be of sufficient capacity to accommodate Phase 2 lands should it prove necessary through the outcome of the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study. 1.8 That the widely recognized, publicly accessible and panoramic views obtained from the Neighbourhood Park located at the intersection of Street C with Street D be considered in any decisions regarding the placement, height and massing of new buildings and structures within the Doon South Community. Further, that new development give consideration to the creation of new views and vistas through road layout, use of natural topography, preservation of environmental, heritage and cultural features, and the strategic siting of new community landmarks. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -140- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 140- CITY OF KITCI:IENER 1.9 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL That notwithstanding the Low Density Residential designation given to the Caryndale settlement located east of Caryndale Drive and north of Street E, existing undeveloped lots and blocks of record may develop with private individual sanitary services subject to the approval of the Regional Medical Officer of Health. RESIDENTIAL That the Low Density Residential category permit single detached, semi-detached, duplex, street townhouse and multiple dwellings at a maximum net residential density of 25 units per hectare. That the Multiple Residential category permit street townhouse and multiple dwellings at a net residential density range of 26 to 60 units per hectare. That the Limited Service Residential category permit single detached, semi- detached and duplex dwellings with private septic systems and piped municipal water services as specified in the City's Municipal Plan on an individual site basis. The creation of new lots shall not be permitted within the Limited Service Residential designation until the completion of the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study and the resolution of density and servicing issues for Phase 2 of the Community. That no new residential lots be created which require direct vehicular access to Stauffer Drive or those portions of Tilt Drive, Groh Drive and Reidel Drive which are shown on Map 1 as part of the Scenic Road Community Trail Network and which are scheduled to be closed to vehicular traffic. That multiple residential sites be encouraged where there is direct access to public transit service and where natural features such as topography, woodlots or recharge areas would be best accommodated or preserved by development with fewer buildings and minimal site coverage rather than development with one or two unit dwellings which require extensive site coverage. That multiple residential uses, including street townhouse, be permitted within the Neighbourhood Commercial designation to a maximum density of 100 units per hectare and a maximum floor space ratio of 1.0. The maximum height shall be 18 metres or six storeys. Where development is proposed at or near the maximum height, consideration shall be given to maintaining views from the Neighbourhood Park located at the intersection of Street C with Street D as well as the preservation of visual skylines from the Upper Doon Heritage Conservation District. That private home day care, home businesses and small residential care facilities shall be permitted within all residential land use categories. That within the Limited Service Residential designation located south of New Dundee Road, passive recreational uses and facilities which are private or open to members only may be permitted provided that they are compatible with limited service residential uses and conserve the functions and features of E.S.P.A. 39 and the provincially significant wetlands. Permitted outdoor recreational uses shall include commercial riding stables, equine boarding services, tennis, lawn bowling, shuffle board, swimming pools, and horse shoe pits. Recreational uses which shall not be permitted include snow mobiling, trail biking, go-carting, arcades, miniature golf, golf driving ranges, water slides, wave machines, amusement parks and other similar uses. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 141 - CITY OF KITCHENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 141 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL 7. Cont'd All such development envisioned by this policy shall only be permitted subject to the approval of an Environmental Implementation Report in accordance with the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan and will be subject to site plan or subdivision approval. Circulation and consultation with property owners within 500 metres shall occur on any recreational development proposal prior to consideration for approval by City Council. INSTITUTIONAL 3.1 That Neighbourhood Institutional uses be located as shown on the Land Use Map. Permitted uses shall include elementary schools, religious institutions, day care facilities, small residential care facilities, single detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, duplex dwellings and street townhouse dwellings. 3.2 That a public elementary school site of approximately 3 hectares be located on the north side of Street F adjacent to Tilt Drive. Should the designated school site be declared surplus in the future, alternate land uses will be restricted to other permitted Neighbourhood Institutional uses. COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS PARK 4.1 That Convenience Commercial facilities be located as shown on the Land Use Map. 4.2 That the Restricted Business Park category permit a full range of business uses together with accessory retail and office components. Those uses which benefit from the high exposure of this area to Highway 401 will be encouraged and permitted buildings will be of a scale which is compatible with limited service residential development. Uses considered to be incompatible with high exposure business park locations and adjacent residential areas, including those uses which emit noise, odour or other pollutants, shall be prohibited. 4.3 That any business park uses to be located adjacent to an existing or designated residential areas shall be planned with adequate separation and buffering between the two uses. 4.4 That the Service Commercial category shall permit service commercial and office uses as well as computer, electronic or data processing businesses, research and development establishments, and scientific, technological or communications establishments. Those uses which benefit from the high exposure of this area to Highway 401 and Homer Watson Boulevard will be encouraged and permitted buildings will be of a scale which is compatible with limited service residential development. 4.5 That the Neighbourhood Commercial category shall permit a broad range of retail, commercial, office and institutional uses as well as multiple residential uses up to 100 units per hectare and a floor space ratio of 1. The Neighbourhood Commercial designation as shown on the Land Use Map shall function as a multi-use, community focal point to be planned and developed as a unit. It is recognized that while the Neighbourhood Commercial designation is comprised of three distinct land areas around the intersection of Street A and Street B, permitted uses may be mixed or developed independently within any of the three land areas. The amount of gross leasable commercial floor space for the entire designation shall range from a minimum of 5000 square metres to a maximum of 13,500 square metres and may be developed in phases. MARCH 94, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -149- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 149- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND PARKS 5.1 That park dedication in the amount of 5 percent of the total of all land being developed be required for development or subdivision of land for residential and institutional purposes. 5.2 That park dedication in the amount of 2 percent of the total of all land being developed be required for the development or subdivision of land for commercial purposes. 5.3 That where parks or eligible open space areas are to be provided on lands other than those subject to a particular development application, as determined by the Land Use Map, the City of Kitchener may require a cash in lieu dedication in the amount of 5 percent for residential and institutional development and 2 percent for commercial development. 5.4 That all hazard lands and wetlands, including specified buffers, shall be reserved from development. These lands shall not be accepted towards fulfilment of the required parkland dedication as set out above. 5.5 That open space linkages be established between the Strasburg Creek, Doon South Creek and Blair Creek subwatersheds to provide recreational opportunities for residents, visual amenities for communities, and to provide habitat and suitable movement corridors for small wildlife. These linkages shall, where feasible, make use of upland woodlots, Environmentally Sensitive Policy Areas, hedgerows, storm water management areas, and the vegetation within and adjacent to the Scenic Road Community Trail Network. 5.6 That a Neighbourhood Park of approximately 2 hectares be located at the southwest corner of Stauffer and Groh Drives in conjunction with the Ontario Hydro corridor as shown on the Land Use Map. 5.7 That a Neighbourhood Park of approximately 2.5 hectares be located at the northwest intersection of Street C with Street D as shown on the Land Use Map. 5.8 That a Neighbourhood Park of approximately 2 hectares be located in conjunction with the Ontario Hydro corridor at Street H, as shown generally on the Land Use Map. 5.9 That a tot lot of approximately 0.5 hectares be established in conjunction with the open space designation generally within the area located west of Tilt Drive and south of Strasburg Creek, as shown on the Land Use Map. 5.10 That play facilities and other recreational and/or sports facilities be developed in conjunction with the public elementary school site. 5.11 That the width of protective wetland buffer areas and specific implementation methods and management techniques for tributary enhancement, wetland and creek crossing mitigation, and terrestrial linkages, as identified in the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan, shall be determined through a scoped Environmental Implementation Report prepared by the development proponent and required during the development approval process. 5.12 That the scoped Environmental Implementation Report required by Policy 5.11 MARCH 94, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -143- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 143- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL above, shall be completed for all development proposals within 120 metres of high constraint wetland edges, 30 metres for medium constraint wetland edges, and PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd 15 metres for all other wetland edges as specified in the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan. 5.13 That the requirements and content of any scoped Environmental Implementation Report shall be governed by the Doon South Creek Subwatershed Management Study and the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan and will be approved by the City of Kitchener Department of Planning and Development in consultation with the affected Agency. 5.14 That it be recognized that the Hallman Aberdeen lands west of Tilt Drive and the portion of the Chalon Estates land holdings north of Evenstone Avenue shall be serviced by municipal sanitary sewer and water connections in a westerly direction to existing trunk sewer and watermain facilities. The exact alignment and any necessary mitigative measures shall be established through appropriate environmental study or studies. 5.15 That the cost of primary walk links and bridges providing direct links from residential areas to schools, parks and transit routes be funded by the development proponent. Such primary links will be identified through the subdivision review process. 5.16 That upland forest areas, excluding required wetland buffer areas, which are designated within the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan for urban development but designated on the Community Plan Land Use Map as Open Space in accordance with the Greenspace Management Plan, shall be considered eligible as part of the required parkland dedication provided all active park areas, as shown on the Land Use Plan, can be satisfied through the required parkland dedication for each respective subdivision. 5.17 That with the approval of Ontario Hydro, the hydro corridor be utilized as open space linkage to connect the Scenic Road Community Trail Network with park facilities and other designated community trails. 5.18 That where feasible and appropriate, existing topography and vegetation be incorporated into the design and development of the Doon South Community. 5.19 That the Environmental Implementation Report submitted by the proponent at the time of submission of development applications include an overview of treed areas. Further, prior to any site grading or tree removal, the proponent shall submit a Grading and Tree Management Plan in accordance with the City's Tree Management Policy and the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan. This plan will describe treed areas to be saved and methods by which treed areas will be protected. 5.20 That prior to grading or construction on any site, the development proponent shall prepare plans to illustrate how topsoil or silt will be prevented from entering any wetland or water body for the approval of the City's Department of Public Works in consultation with the Grand River Conservation Authority. 5.21 That development within or contiguous to any Environmentally Sensitive Policy Area shall be subject to the requirements of the Regional Official Policies Plan and the City's Municipal Plan. Accordingly, any Environmental Implementation Report MARCH 94, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -144- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 144- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL required by the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan shall also satisfy the Regional policy requirements with respect to Environmentally Sensitive Policy Areas. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd 5.22 That the City may require the dedication of up to 5 metres of land adjacent to the designated Scenic Road Community Trail Network in order to protect and/or enhance significant existing vegetation located beyond the road right-of-way. Such land shall be considered eligible towards fulfilment of the required parkland dedication. 5.23 That, where feasible and appropriate, all terrestrial linkages/rehabilitation areas identified in the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan shall be designated as Open Space on the attached Land Use Map and shall be subject to the City's Tree Management Policy and specific management techniques as determined through the preparation of a scoped Environmental Implementation Report for abutting lands. 5.24 That the community trail network generally identified in the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan be implemented at the time of development of the lands in which the proposed community trail are located or at the time of development of lands immediately abutting the proposed community trail. Subject to appropriate amendments to the Development Charges By-law being approved by City Council, if sufficient funds are not available to the City to construct such community trails at the time new development is underway, the development proponent may be required to front-end finance and construct such trails with credits to be granted through the provisions of the Development Charge By-law. Failing the approval of the required amendments to the Development Charges By-law, the community trail system shall be implemented by the City subject to the availability of sufficient funds. 5.25 That the Neighbourhood Park located at the northwest intersection of Street C with Street D be recognized for its provision of publicly accessible, distant panoramic views of the City and the Grand River valley. TRANSPORTATION 6.1 That the planning, design and construction of all roads and walkways within the Doon South Community have regard to protection of existing environmental features and heritage resources, and the creation of a continuous linked open space system. 6.2 That Homer Watson Boulevard be recognized as Regional Road No. 28 and be designated as a Primary Arterial Road with a right-of-way of 45.7 metres. It is recognized that Homer Watson Boulevard is further designated as a Controlled Access - Prohibited roadway by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. 6.3 That New Dundee Road be recognized as Regional Road No. 12 and designated as a Primary Arterial Road with a right-of-way of 30.5 metres. 6.4 That all Major and Minor Collector Roads be designed and constructed as front- lotted roads accommodating on-street parking and public transit and with a standard right-of-way of 20 metres. The width of the carriageway within the right-of-way will be determined at the time of detailed road design. 6.5 That the rights-of-way for Street A and Street B be permitted to exceed the MARCH 94, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -145- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 145- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL established width of 20 metres within the Neighbourhood Commercial designation at the developers cost in order to achieve urban design objectives and attractive streetscapes. 6.6 That Reidel Drive, with the exception of that portion designated as part of the Scenic Roads Community Trail Network and proposed to be closed to vehicular PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd traffic, shall be re-constructed as the future southward extension of Strasburg Road and shall be designated as a Secondary Arterial Road with a right-of-way of 26 metres. 6.7 That local roads be designed with a standard right-of-way of 20 metres. Reductions in accordance with Council policy will be considered for minor roads and cul de sacs. 6.8 That the portions of Tilt Drive, Stauffer Drive, Groh Drive and Reidel Drive identified on the Land Use Map as being part of the Scenic Roads Community Trail Network shall be closed to vehicular traffic and incorporated into the open space system as Community Trails. The closure of these roads will be staged in sequence with the development of abutting lands and the construction of the new collector road network as identified on the Land Use Map. The staging of such road closures will generally occur in conformity with sequence and requirements set out in Schedule 1, "Staging of Scenic Road Closures". 6.9 That the roadways within the Scenic Roads Community Trail Network identified in Policy 6.8 above may be used to access new subdivision development on a temporary basis until such time as a permanent collector and local road network is in place to access such development in accordance with City policy. Where access is permitted on a temporary basis, it is recognized that such roads will be maintained as close as possible to their existing state. With the exception of new tar and chip surface treatments in keeping with the scenic road designation, no engineering improvements shall be permitted. Development proponents for abutting lands requiring temporary access to these roads shall submit a detailed road base assessment of the scenic road up to and including the intersection of Tilt Drive and Daan Village Road, for the approval of the General Manager of Public Works prior to issuance of draft plan approval. The number of new residential units may be limited until permanent alternative access is provided if in the opinion of the General Manager of Public Works, after a review of the required road base assessment, the existing roadways cannot accommodate the projected increase in traffic. 6.10 That, temporary vehicular access to the Hallman Aberdeen lands west of Tilt Drive may be obtained via Tilt Drive and existing Daan Village Road subject to the approval of a road base assessment as identified in Policy 6.9 above. The primary permanent means of access to these lands shall be through a local road connection across Tilt Drive from the terminus of Street F. Further, a second temporary connection shall be permitted from the Hallman Aberdeen lands to Tilt Drive in order to provide a second means of access until such time as a permanent connection is achieved southward to connect with Street E. 6.11 That, through the review of subdivision applications for the lands west of Tilt Drive and north of Street E, the City shall seek to achieve a road system which provides an efficient and direct public transit link between Tilt Drive and Street E. 6.12 That at the time of the development of lands abutting the Scenic Road Community Trail Network, signage be erected at the developer's cost which clearly sets out the City's intention to close the affected road at some point in the future and include the right-of-way within the community trail network. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 146- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 146- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL 6.13 That through traffic be diverted around the village of Upper Doon by way of the diversion of Doon Village Road (Street A) southerly to cross Strasburg Creek and Tilt Drive to connect with the extension of Doon South Drive (Street B). The exact location of the Doon Village Road Diversion crossing of Strasburg Creek will be determined by the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process as outlined in the Environmental Assessment Act. Further, the construction of the PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd portion of this road between Bechtel Drive and Tilt Drive will be considered as a high priority in the first five years of the City's Ten Year Capital Forecast/Development Charge Fund. 6.14 That a local road crossing of Doon South Creek be permitted to the west of Tilt Drive and to the north of Street E subject to the completion of a design study for mitigation and the preparation of suitable creek enhancements in accordance with the Doon South Greenspace Management Plan and the Doon South Creek Subwatershed Management Plan. The required design study shall emphasize the mitigation of expected impacts and not further review of alternatives. 6.15 That it be recognized that Street E is a proposed Major Collector Road acting to collect local traffic within Doon South as well as providing a direct link through the Doon South Community from Strasburg Road to New Dundee Road. The remainder of the collector road network shall be designed so as to discourage traffic cutting through the community while allowing route choices for internal traffic. Innovative local street networks which allow for diversity and choice of routes will be encouraged. 6.16 That portions of Pinnacle Drive, Groh Drive and Dodge Drive are recognized for their scenic qualities and shall, where feasible, be maintained with their existing alignment, width and surface treatment. Every effort will be made to maintain and conserve existing vegetation and landforms within and immediately adjacent to the right-of-way. Accordingly, new development proposals will be reviewed to ensure that impacts on these roads are minimized. 6.17 That the northernmost portion of Tilt Drive between the Doon Village Road Diversion (Street A) and existing Doon Village Road remain open to vehicular traffic in order to provide access to the village of Upper Doon. Any engineering improvements to this section of Tilt Drive will be in accordance with the Upper Doon Heritage Conservation District Plan. 6.18 That all planned new road crossings of the Scenic Road Community Trail Network be subject to specific design studies which recommend mitigative measures such as enhancement plantings, surface treatment, location of municipal services, maintenance, etc. Such studies shall be undertaken by the development proponent as part of the development approval process and will conform to the general recommendations of the Doon South Scenic Roads Study and Greenspace Management Plan. 6.19 That in the development of a transportation network, consideration be given to all forms of transportation including walking, cycling, public transit and the automobile. This will be accomplished through measures such as: The creation of street networks and pedestrian links suitable to alternate transportation modes. MARCH 94, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -147- CITY OF KITCHENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 147 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL The use of site planning and urban design techniques to foster attractive pedestrian streetscapes and environments. Minimizing walking distances between housing, schools, transit stops, parks, open space and other local destinations. PUBLIC TRANSIT 7.1 That public transit in Phase 1 of the Doon South Community be recognized as essential. Accordingly, community design shall consider the City's "Guidelines for PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd the Design of New Residential Development with Respect to the Provision of Transit Service". 7.2 That future development in the area recognize the proposed future transit routing for Daan South as shown on Schedule 2, "Proposed Transit Service". Interim transit routes will be determined at the time of subdivision review until such time as the ultimate transportation system is constructed. Where feasible, land uses, local streets and primary walk links and bridges will be designed such that 95 percent of development is within 450 metres of transit service. 7.3 That the ultimate transit routing identified on Schedule 2, "Proposed Transit Service", be based on a community transit route within the Daan South area connecting to a timed transfer terminal. 7.4 That site design in Doon South have regard for convenient and safe pedestrian access between on street transit facilities and buildings, particularly within the Neighbourhood Commercial and multiple residential designations. 7.5 That land uses generating higher transit usage such as office, commercial or institutional uses be located adjacent to transit routes. 7.6 That local streets and walkways be designed to provide convenient and direct pedestrian access to transit routes. 7.7 That it is recognized that transit service will not be available to the area within Phase 2 currently designated for Limited Service Residential development. SERVICING AND UTILITIES 8.1 That all new development within Phase 1 be serviced by municipal water, sanitary and storm sewers. Development within Phase 1 will be serviced by the Doon South Trunk Sanitary Sewer or the Strasburg Creek Trunk Sanitary Sewer as determined by the natural drainage shed boundaries. 8.2 That the level and type of sanitary services within Phase 2 shall be determined following the completion of the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study. 8.3 That the Doon South Creek Subwatershed Management Plan and the Strasburg Creek Master Watershed Study be the guiding documents for servicing, storm water management and environmental protection within Phase 1 of the Doon South Community. 8.4 That the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study become the MARCH 24, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES -148- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 148- CITY OF KITCI:IENER 8.5 REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL guiding document for servicing, storm water management and environmental protection within Phase 2 of the Doon South Community and within those parts of Phase 1 which are located within the Blair Creek subwatershed. That storm water management practices in the Doon South Community be in compliance with the "Interim Storm Water Management Guidelines for New Development" and "Stormwater Management Practices, Planning and Design Manual" documents published by the Ontario Ministry of Environment and Energy in 1994. The design of storm water management facilities shall also be in accordance with the City's "Design Principles for Storm Water Management Facilities, August, 1996" PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. Cont'd 8.6 That the exact location and detailed design of the Doon South Trunk Sanitary Sewer be determined in conjunction with the subdivision approvals process under the Planning Act or, if necessary, by the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process under the Environmental Assessment Act. 8.7 That with the approval of Ontario Hydro and the City of Kitchener, the Ontario Hydro corridor be used in conjunction with adjacent uses in accordance with the attached Land Use Map. HERITAGE RESOURCES 9.1 That recognition be given to the Upper Doon Heritage Conservation District, including the entire length of Tilt Drive, and consideration to these features be given in the design, siting and massing of development on abutting lands. 9.2 That properties listed on the municipal data base of heritage resources and identified on Schedule 3, "Heritage Structures" be subject to Policies 5.3.14 and 5.3.15 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan. Accordingly, a Heritage Impact Assessment shall be required to be approved prior to or concurrent with issuance of draft plan approval in conformity with the City's process dealing with the conservation of heritage resources within the plan of subdivision process. The required Heritage Impact Assessment shall be completed in accordance with the City of Kitchener Heritage Impact Assessment Guidelines and will identify a recommended strategy for the conservation of the heritage resource. 9.3 That in accordance with Policy 5.3.17 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan, consideration will be given to the effects of public works on all heritage resources, including the scenic road corridors identified on the Land Use Map. 10. NOISE 10.1 That Highway 401, Homer Watson Boulevard, Strasburg Road and New Dundee Road be recognized as major traffic corridors potentially generating significant amounts of noise. 10.2 That site plans, acoustical barriers, architectural design and building construction features be used in attenuating noise impact. It is the opinion of this Committee that the approval of this Community Plan is proper planning for the City and is in conformity with a recommended Amendment (Doon South Community) to the City's Municipal Plan. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 149- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 149- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL (As Amended) That the Department of Planning and Development be directed to revise the Doon South Community Plan - Land Use Map as included in PD 97/16 to reflect the existing Municipal Plan land use designations within Phase 2 of the Doon South Community Plan. That no action be taken on Clause i) of the Environmental Committee Response to PD 97/16 - Doon South Community Plan. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 10. That no action be taken on Clauses 2 and 4(b) of the Heritage Kitchener Response to PD 97/16 - Doon South Community Plan, and further, That the following be added to PD 97/16 Doon South Community Plan: a) "That the natural topography, vegetation, scenic vistas and historical features of Doon South be retained in their natural state to the greatest degree possible and incorporated into subdivision design and development", and further, b) That the remainder of Groh Drive, from Street 'H' to Dodge Drive, as shown on the 'Doon South Community Plan Land Use Map', be designated as a scenic road, and further, That the following corrections and additions be made to "Schedule 3 - Heritage Resources", of PD 97/16 Doon South Community Plan: (a) (b) (c) (d) 320 Didge Drive be changed to 320 Dodge Drive 388 New Dundee Road be changed to 398 New Dundee Road 828 New Dundee Road be changed to 628 New Dundee Road 1478 New Dundee Road, 1 Oregon Drive, 103 Dodge Drive and 371 Dodge Drive be added to the Inventory of Heritage Buildings and "Schedule 3 - Heritage Resources". 11. That Clause 3 of the Heritage Kitchener Response to PD 97/16 - Doon South Community Plan be amended as follows and approved by City Council: "That the Director of Traffic and Parking be directed to immediately initiate the process to temporarily close Doon Village Road at an appropriate location, with the impacts of such closure to be reviewed after one year; and further, That the Director of Traffic and Parking be requested to undertake a further analysis of traffic patterns affecting the Village of Upper Doon and possible alternative closures of Doon Village Road be considered with subsequent stages of development within Doon South". 12. That the Department of Planning and Development be directed to revise the proposed Doon South Community Plan - Land Use Map as included in PD 97/16 to reflect the extent of the Limited Service Residential designation as set out in Draft Plan of Subdivision Application 30T-95025. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 150- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 150- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL 13. That City Council supports the construction of the Doon Village Road Diversion between Bechtel Drive and Tilt Drive as a high priority within the 1999 Capital Work Program and requests the City Clerk to convey this position to the 1998 - 2000 Council. 14. That the property known municipally as 508 New Dundee Road be removed from "Schedule 3 - Heritage Resources" of the Doon South Community Plan. 15. That the Department of Planning and Development be requested to amend the Doon South Community Plan - Land Use Map to reflect the approved boundaries of the Upper Doon Heritage Conservation District. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 16. That the following be added as a policy in the Doon South Community Plan: 'That due diligence be exercised with regard to possible archaeological issues relative to the Fisher Residence on Oregon Drive and the Stauffer log house on Tilt Drive, when potential development of these properties is under consideration.' 17. That Zone Change Application ZC 96/39/R/PB (Monarch Construction Limited) rezoning property on Resurrection Drive from C-1 (Convenience Commercial Zone) to R-4 (Residential Four Zone) be approved in the form shown in the attached "Proposed By-law", dated February 12, 1997 without conditions: It is the opinion of this Committee that approval of this application is proper planning for the City and is in conformity with the City's Municipal Plan. 18. That Demolition Control Application DC 96/7AN/RM (Region of Waterloo) requesting approval for the demolition of a single family dwelling located at 265 Weber Street legally described as Part Lot 23, Registered Plan 131 be approved. It is the opinion of this Committee that approval of this application is proper planning for the City. 19. That consideration of Planning and Development Staff Report PD 97/10 (Downtown Retail Action Plan) be deferred and referred to the April 7, 1997 Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting. 20. That the 1996 Annual Report of the Department of Planning and Development be tabled and considered at the April 7, 1997 Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - That we approve a 1997 grant to Art Works! in the amount of $8,000.00 less the $1,600.00 overexpenditure from 1996, and further, COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 151- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 94, 1997 - 151- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL That we recommend to future Councils the following grants for Art Works!: 1998 - $6,000.00; 1999 - $4,000.00; 2000 - $2,000 and 2001 - $0. That we approve a 1997 grant to the Kitchener-Waterloo Area Visitor and Convention Bureau in the amount of $180,500.00. 3. That we approve a 1997 grant to the K-W Multicultural Centre Inc. in the amount of $9,620.00. 4. That we approve a 1997 grant to the Kitchener Horticultural Society in the amount of $91,000.00. 5. That we approve a 1997 grant to the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery in the amount of $120,657.00. That we approve a 1997 grant to the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra Association Inc. in the amount of $147,409.00. That the City of Kitchener Traffic and Parking Division retain the responsibility for providing and installing all traffic and parking control for all City of Kitchener Special Events, and further, COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 7. (Cont'd) That all affected budgets be adjusted and special event charges to charitable organizations for traffic and parking control services be consolidated into the operating budget of the Traffic and Parking Division, and further, That the Traffic and Parking Division annually table a consolidated special events report to the Community Services Committee, itemizing previous year's actual expenditures and budget estimates for the Committee's approval prior to budget deliberations, and further, That for 1997, a consolidated budget of $13,500.00, for special event traffic and parking control services, be approved for events listed in Appendix II of the report of Mr. E. Kovacs, General Manager, Department of Public Works, dated February 18, 1997. That a grant in the amount of $8,002.00 be approved in 1997 for the House of Friendship to assist with the operation of the Chandler Mowat Community Centre, from March to December 1997, and further, That a yearly grant in the amount of $10,670.00 be approved for the House of Friendship to assist with the operation of the Chandler Mowat Community Centre with the funds to come from the Annual Grants. That staff be authorized to enter into discussions with the Kitchener Rangers for the expressed purpose of developing an agreement for the provision of advertising at the 5 community arenas and 2 municipal golf courses, and further, That the particulars of the agreement be presented at a future Community Services Committee meeting for discussion and approval. 10. That the City of Kitchener host the 30th Annual Athletic Awards Banquet on or about February 26, 1998, utilizing the same format as the 1997 Banquet, and further, That the same amount of funds be included in the 1998 budget as in 1997, in order to recognize an estimated 300 athletes. 11. That the outdoor skatepark facility be constructed at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex site, and further, MARCH 24, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 152- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 152- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL That a public meeting be held at the Memorial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on April 8, 1997 to hear community input on the operation and design of the skateboard facility. (Dealt with under Delegations and Carried, as amended) 12. That the City of Kitchener enter as a municipal participant in the Communities in Bloom - Ontario Rating Program for the 1997 competition, and further, That staff submit an application to the Communities in Bloom - Ontario Program organizers with the entry fee payment of $500.00. 13. That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign an agreement with Michael Martz, substantially similar to the draft agreement, dated March 14, 1997, satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 14. That we approve a cash grant in the amount of $1,500.00 for the Twin City Spinners Inc. Tournament Committee to assist with hosting the 1997 Canadian Junior and Mini Basket Wheelchair Basketball Finals on April 18 - 20, 1997. 15. That the City of Kitchener is open to the idea, in principle, of having a carousel in Victoria Park, subject to certain criteria and subject to the proponent, Mr. Constantine Issighos, exploring possible partnerships with or support from the business community and local service clubs. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 16. That the YW City Kids daycare be permitted to use the Civic Square on June 7, 1997, for their fundraiser, with the organization doing their own set-up and staff doing the clean-up, and further, That staff report to the Community Services Committee if there are any additional charges. 17. That we approve an in-kind facility rental grant in the amount of $500.00 to the Golden Triangle Rose & Garden Society for use of the Breithaupt Centre on June 28, 1997, for their Annual Rose Show. 18. That no action be taken on the request of the Canadian Mental Health Association of Waterloo Region for an in-kind grant in the amount of $475.42 to waive the rental fee of the Rotunda for the Art Auction which was held on November 7, 1996. 19. That Council supports the efforts of the Department of Parks and Recreation to send staff, on a volunteer basis, to assist the Town of Durham to reclaim their parks which have been damaged by recent floods. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE - That the City of Kitchener requests the Province of Ontario to enact legislation respecting a workable deposit/return system for soft drink and other beverage containers that promotes refillables or is 100% refillable, and that the deposit return system should apply to non-refillable cans; and further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Honourable Norm Sterling, Minister of Environment and Energy, Wayne Wettlaufer, MPP - Kitchener-Wilmot, Gary Leadston, MPP - Kitchener, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Toronto Environmental Alliance. (As Amended) FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE - That the submission of Mr. Stephen R. Grant on behalf of his client, Mr. John Savvidis, owner of Transfers Restaurant concerning proposed alterations to the Kitchener Transportation Centre and the rental rate for the current and proposed premises be referred to the staff negotiating team for a report to be considered in a caucus meeting of Council on or before April 21, 1997, with said MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 153- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 153- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOI~ED BY COUNCIL report to include the team's evaluation of the long-term benefits to the City of the proposed renovations, and information as to what other tenants are paying the City for rent as well as rental rates for comparable restaurant space in the Downtown core. That no action be taken on the request of Mr. Arnold Attwooll, Reggies Deli, for permission to operate a hot dog cart at a second location in Downtown Kitchener as outlined in his correspondence dated February 14, 1997. That Council receive the report of J. Witmer dated February 19, 1997 concerning the requirements for mandatory inspections as contained in Subsection 2.4.5 of the Ontario Building Code; and further, That at the end of the 1997 building season, staff report on the City's potential liability given the current inspection situation, and recommend how the City can address mandatory inspections which are not currently performed. (As Amended) That the City of Kitchener continue the delivery of the Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program (RRAP) until March 31, 1998, and that the request for a temporary Loans Program Officer in 1997 to assist with program delivery be referred to the Interim Chief Administrative Officer for consideration as to the feasibility of using gapping as a means to fill this position; and further, That the Program be marketed outside of the Downtown core as well as through Project Lift. FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) That Council waive the Specific Location Daily Sales Licence fees for the Fire Fighters' Muster to be held May 24, 1997 at the Daan Heritage Crossroads. That the City of Kitchener has no objection to a Refreshment Stand Licence being issued to the Daan Heritage Crossroads to operate three refreshment stands during the Fire Fighters' Muster, May 24, 1997, at the reduced fee of $1.00. That Council waive the required licence fees for the Waterloo County Craft Show and Fair to be held at the Joseph Schneider Haus on August 23, 1997. 8. That the Legal Department prepare a 1997 Street Vendors By-law similar to that enacted in 1996. HERITAGE KITCHENER (LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE) - 1. That the study area boundary for the proposed Heritage Conservation District in Pioneer Tower West be revised in accordance with the plan dated March 1997, as considered by Heritage Kitchener (LAC.AC.) on March 7, 1997, and further That the Legal Department be directed to prepare the necessary by-laws. PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE - That an all-way stop be installed at the intersection of Biehn Drive and Black Walnut Drive, and further, That, after the installation of the all-way stop, the intersection be further reviewed to determine if the adult crossing guard is still warranted, and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That an all-way stop be installed at the intersection of Connaught Street and Franklin Street, and further, MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 154 - CITY OF KITCHENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 154- CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL That an all-way stop be installed at the intersection of Connaught Street and Fifth Avenue, and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That transit vehicles be exempt from the designated westbound right turn only lane on Wilson Avenue at Fairway Road, and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That an all-way stop be installed on a temporary basis at the intersection of Williamsburg Road and Pinedale Drive, until completion of the Fischer-Hallman Road extension to Westmount Road by the year 2000, and further, That the speed limit on Williamsburg Road be reduced from 50 km/h to 40 km/h, and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. (As Amended) That the Parking Strategic Plan, as tabled with the Public Works and Transportation Committee on January 27, 1997, be adopted. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 155 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE BY-LAWS AS 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." REPORT OF THE INTERIM CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - 1. Minutes of Settlement - STANLEY PARK WARD It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the "Minutes of Settlement" relating to the assessment appeal launched by Jayne Gimbel and Karen Northey and settled by the Regional Assessment Commissioner for Region #21 and the owners." 2. Execution of Enqineerinq Aqreements It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement for the provision of professional engineering services made between the City of Kitchener and Paragon Engineering Limited, regarding Brembel Crescent Subdivision, Draft Plan 30T-94014." -and- "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement for the provision of professional engineering services made between the City of Kitchener and Wright- Dietrich, regarding Glencliffe Court Subdivision, Draft Plan 30T-96007." -and- "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement for the provision of professional engineering services made between the City of Kitchener and Planning Initiatives Ltd. regarding the construction of Fairview Avenue from King Street East to Samuel Street." -and- "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement for the provision of professional services made between the City of Kitchener and Proctor and Redfern Limited regarding the reconstruction of Chapel Street from Lancaster Street to East Avenue." 3. Encroachment Aqreements It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an Encroachment Agreement with M.G.I. Packers Inc. to permit the installation and maintenance of communication cables under the Arnold Street road allowance." -and- "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an Encroachment Agreement with the Bank of Montreal to permit the construction and maintenance of a City owned bus shelter and concrete pad which will extend five (5) metres, more or less, along the King Street East frontage to a depth of two and a half (2.5) metres, more or less, onto the property municipally known as 1074 King Street East." COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 156- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 156- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 156 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE B. REPORT OF THE INTERIM CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - (CONT'D) 4. Licenses It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to the Guelph, Cambridge and Kitchener- Waterloo Branches of the Canadian Diabetes Association, 243 King Street South, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 1R5, being granted permission to sell raffle tickets in the City of Kitchener for a draw to be held at the Guelph Civic Centre, Guelph, Ontario, on November 12, 1997." -and- "That the Ron Day's Kitchener Kicks Martial Arts Academy, a registered non-profit organization, 11-300 Gage Avenue, Kitchener, be granted permission to obtain a Raffle Lottery Licence for a draw to be held at the Conestoga College Recreation Centre, Doon Valley Road, Kitchener, during the 20th Anniversary Tournament on May 3, 1997." -and- "That the KW Harmonizers, 31 Montrose Avenue, Kitchener, a registered non-profit organization, be granted permission to obtain a Raffle Lottery Licence for a draw to be held at The Centre In The Square, 101 Queen Street North, Kitchener, on October 25, 1997." -and- "That Massagist licenses for the year 1997 be granted to the following: Ms. Michaela Duma, Ms. Eleanor Bianchi, Ms. Tammy Hoffman, Ms. Dawn MacPherson, Ms Kelly Casey and Ms. Tara Wagner." 5. Certification of Title Application - SOUTH WARD It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Consent and Waiver of Notice and draft reference plan to expedite a Certificate of Titles Act Application by Huron Woods Development Corporation respecting lands described as Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 on the draft reference plan." 6. Volunteer Appreciation - Imprintinq of Mail It was resolved: "That in conjunction with the declaration of Volunteer Week in Kitchener the third week of April, the City Clerk be authorized to direct the imprinting of mail processed through the City's postage meter during the month of April with the message: Thank You Volunteers 'Kitchener's Good Luck Charms'. It being understood that any costs associated herewith will be charged to the Parks and MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 157- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 157- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL Recreation Department." 55 Plus Personnel Placement Proqram Council was in receipt this date of correspondence from Bev Aikenhead, Manager of Seniors, Leisure Programs and Support Services dated March 21, 1997 requesting a minor change in the wording of the recommendation so as to delete the word "Ontario" and replace it with "Canada". COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 157 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT OF THE INTERIM CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - (CONT'D) 7. 55 Plus Personnel Placement Proqram (Cont'd) It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an Agreement with Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, as represented by Human Resources Development Canada and The Corporation of the City of Kitchener under the 55 Plus Personnel Placement for the period April 1997 to March 1998, for a grant in the amount of $45,606.00." 8. Bill 98 Dealt with under Delegations. 9. Aqreement - Canada Employment Insurance Commission It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with the Canada Employment Insurance Commission for the purpose of obtaining funding for two research assistants/community workers to assist members of the Kitchener Downtown Inter- Community Health Centre Steering Committee in the completion of the Kitchener Downtown Inter-Community Health Centre Needs Assessment Study. Said Agreement to be to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor." 10. Tenders Dealt with under Delegations. 11. Elections Canada- Lease Aqreement It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the lease agreement for the lease of space formerly occupied by Information Services at City Hall to Elections Canada with occupancy to begin 01 April 1997." 12. Raffle Lottery - Joseph Schneider Haus MARCH ~4, 1997 COUNCIL MINUTES - 158- CITY OF KITCI:IENER COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH ~4, 1997 - 158- CITY OF KITCI:IENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL Council was in receipt this date of a memorandum from J. Koppeser, Manager of Licensing, dated March 20, 1997 supporting the request. It was resolved: "That the Friends of Joseph Schneider Haus, 466 Queen Street South, Kitchener, be granted permission to obtain a Raffle Lottery Licence for a draw to be held at Joseph Schneider Haus, on September 1, 1997." 13. Monster Binqo - Biq Brothers of Kitchener-Waterloo Council was in receipt of a report from J. Koppeser, Manager of Licensing, dated March 20, 1997, in support of the organization's request for a Provincial licence to hold a Monster Bingo. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 24, 1997 - 158 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT OF THE INTERIM CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - (CONT'D) 13. Monster Binqo - Biq Brothers of Kitchener-Waterloo (Cont'd) It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to a Provincial Licence being issued to the Big Brothers of Kitchener-Waterloo, 451 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener, N2M 3P6, for a Monster Bingo to be held in the Kiwanis Arena at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex on October 13, 1997."