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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Minutes - 2001-02-12FEBRUARY 12, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES CITY OF KITCHENER The Council of the City of Kitchener met this date with all members present. The meeting began with the singing of "O Canada" by Carrie Schultz and Silvina Oliveria, King School of Vocal. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, page 28 of the minutes of the regular meeting held on January 29, 2001 was amended to change the word "Centre" to "Association" in the second line of Clause 3 of the Community Services Committee report. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, the minutes of the regular meeting held January 29, 2001, as amended, and special meetings held February 2 and 5, 2001, as mailed to the Mayor and Councillors, were accepted. COMMUNICATIONS REFERRED DIRECTLY TO FILE- (a) Correspondence from P. Brodeur, Senior Special Assistant, Office of the Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, dated January 18, 2001, acknowledging receipt of Council's resolution concerning the Supporting Community Partnership Initiative and advising the resolution has been forwarded to the Minister of Labour. (b) Correspondence from A. Telegdi, MP - Kitchener-Waterloo, dated January 19, 2001, acknowledging receipt of Council's resolution concerning the Supporting Community Partnerships Initiative and clarifying that funds will be allocated to projects across the entire Region of Waterloo. (c) Correspondence from J. Bouchard, Correspondence Co-ordinator, Office of the Minister of Labour, dated January 26, 2001, acknowledging receipt of Council's resolution concerning the Supporting Community Partnerships Initiative. COMMUNICATION REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - (a) Letter dated February 7, 2001, from G. Sosnoski, City Clerk, relative to applications for cancellation, refund, reduction or levy of taxes. Mr. L. Gordon, Manager of Purchasing, appeared as a delegation with respect to the tenders listed on the Committee of the Whole agenda. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Ziegler "That Expression of Interest E00-108, Consultant Services - Peter Hallman Ball Yard Building Facility and Site Servicing Design, be awarded to Earth Tech (Canada) Inc., Kitchener at their estimated fee of $85,450., including G.S.T., based on a satisfactory contract being negotiated and an upset fee being established." - and - "That Expression of Interest E00-109, Consultant Services - Development of a Call Centre Concept for the Community Services Department, be awarded to Pacornrn Consulting Services, Whitby, Ontario at their estimated fee of $32,100., including G.S.T., based on a satisfactory contract being negotiated and an upset fee being established." - and - "That Tender T00-116, Supply of Domestic Water Meters (Individually Packaged), be awarded to Badger Meter Inc., Milwaukee, Wisconsin at their tendered price of $65,130., plus P.S.T. & G.S.T." - and - "That Tender T00-010, Pumper/Tanker for the Fire Department, be awarded to Luveme Fire Apparatus, Brandon, South Dakota, at their reduced tendered price of $557,896.15, plus G.S.T." - and - COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 45 - CITY OF KITCHENER "That Expression of Interest E00-105, Consultant Services - Organizational Review of the Fire Department, be awarded to KPMG LLP Chartered Accountants, Waterloo at their estimated fee of $107,000., including G.S.T., based on a satisfactory contract being negotiated and an upset fee being established; and further, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor." Carried. Mr. G. Borovilos, Director of Economic Development, appeared and advised of the Marketing Awards recently presented to the City by the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO), namely: · Award of Distinction in the Non-Illustrated General Publications Category for the "Industrial Land Strategy" publication; · Award of Excellence in the Non-Illustrated Business Directory Category for the "Business Directory" publication; · Award of Excellence in the Non-Illustrated Community Profile Category for the "Community Profile" publication; · Award of Distinction in the Illustrated Newsletter Category for the "Ground Breaker" publication; · Award of Distinction in the Tourism Category for the "Visit Us!" publication; and, · Award of Excellence in the Non-Traditional Promotion Category for the "Sky Dancer" publication. Mr. Borovilos pointed out that the City had competed among 240 entries in 15 categories including larger municipalities such as Toronto, Hamilton, Mississauga and Ottawa. He acknowledged the following individuals from the Department of Business and Planning Services, together with the Economic Development Division, who had participated in a team effort to produce the winning publications: B. Stanley, S. Amarelo, P. Bacon, J. Bannon, K. Bissell, T. Boutilier, D. Corks, K. Dever, T. Fox, C. Heal, M. Hodgins, A. Kanji and R. Morgan. Mr. Borovilos then introduced an air balloon caricature named "Bendy Bones" which is to be used by the Economic Development Division for educational purposes. He announced two additional awards received from EDCO for "City Postcards" and an advertisement published in German in the Canadian German Business Directory. He also noted an Award of Excellence received by Canada's Technology Triangle with whom the City is a partner of their "Passport to Success" mail campaign. Mr. Borovilos then presented the Awards to Mayor C. Zehr and Councillor C. Weylie, Chair, Economic Development Advisory Committee, who accepted on behalf of Council. Both extended congratulations to the Department of Business and Planning Services and the Economic Development Division for a job well done. Councillor B. Vrbanovic also acknowledged the Communications Division's participation in designing the winning publications. Mr. Orville Thacker, appeared on behalf of the Waterloo Regional Council of Union Retirees, other members of which were also in attendance. He stated his opposition to the wage and benefit package recently approved for members of Council and referred to the written submission circulated this date. Mr. Thacker disagreed with the manner in which the wage increase had been dealt with, suggesting that opportunity for public input had been denied as the matter had not been included on a regular Council agenda. He also suggested that the composition of the Ad Hoc Committee which reviewed the compensation issue was not broadly representative of the citizens of Kitchener. Mr. Thacker questioned the rationale of increased workload as justification for Council's decision to increase wages as it has been his experience that City staff are very efficient in resolving citizen complaints, and suggested that Councillors would better serve their constituents by directing them to appropriate staff. Mr. Thacker referred to opinions expressed in recent news articles suggesting that the position of Councillor was never meant to be full-time. He also suggested that the benefit package should be paid for by the elected official rather than subsidized by the taxpayer as one-third of Council remuneration is tax free. Mr. Thacker further suggested that the Mayor's comments relative to lack of Council pension benefits are misleading as the taxpayers pay into Canada Pension on behalf of elected officials. He commented that members of Council knew before being elected that their workload would increase; however, did not campaign on the basis of a proposed salary increase. Mr. Thacker stated that in his view, public opinion does not support the wage increase and pointed out that there are many in less fortunate situations who should not be expected to subsidize FEBRUARY 12, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES - 46 - CITY OF KITCHENER the wage increase through increased taxes. Mr. Thacker stated that the intent of reducing the number of Councillors was to reduce costs and provide savings for the taxpayer, and requested Council to reconsider its decision. He added that in his view a modest increase reflecting cost of living is warranted. Mayor C. Zehr stated that he wished to clarify that it had been erroneously reported in the local newspaper that this matter had not been included on a regular agenda when, in fact, it had. The Mayor advised that the item was listed on the agenda of the January 29th Council, adding that the report from the Citizens' Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Council Compensation was given to members of Council the day of the meeting. Councillor G. Lorentz referred to his union background and expressed disappointment that an organization of union retirees is supporting the Tory party agenda. Councillor Lorentz pointed out that Council honourariums have not increased in ten years and he now has the equivalent of two Wards to represent. He suggested that Mr. Thacker's comments contravene the union principle of equal pay for work of equal value. Councillor Lorentz pointed out that during the election campaign many constituents had remarked on the increased size of his Ward and he had suggested to them that compensation adjustments would have to be considered. Councillor Lorentz further suggested that the salary increase does not compare to financial compensation and benefits received by members of the Provincial Parliament. In addition, he advised that he is not compensated by his employer when time is taken off work to attend City business and this has affected his pension during his terms of office. Mr. Ernest Lawrence also appeared in opposition to Council's remuneration increase and admonished Council for rewarding themselves rather than doing something about unemployment and homelessness. Mr. Lawrence also took exception to Council not campaigning on the basis of a salary increase and felt Council has acted without integrity or moral responsibility. Mayor C. Zehr thanked both delegations and gave assurance that such comments are taken seriously. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor J. Ziegler "That the report of the Planning and Economic Development Committee be adopted." Carried. Councillor C. Weylie noted that she was requesting consideration of a recommendation arising from the February 8, 2001 meeting of the Downtown Advisory Committee, a copy of which was circulated to members of Council this date. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the report of the Downtown Advisory Committee be adopted." Carried. Mayor C. Zehr advised that he had been in contact with the School Board and a public information meeting in regard to the school closures under discussion will be held at City Hall on April 5, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That the report of the Community Services Committee be adopted." Carried. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway FEBRUARY 12, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES - 47 - CITY OF KITCHENER "That the report of the Environmental Committee be adopted." Moved by Councillor J. Ziegler Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway Carried. "That the report of the Finance and Administration Committee be adopted." Councillor C. Weylie referred to Clause 2 of the report and advised that this recommendation is no longer required as the owner of 161 Ottawa Street South has removed the waste material. Councillor J. Smola referred to Clause 1 and advised that derelict vehicles are also being left on the road right-of-way across from the subject property. In this regard, he requested that staff ensure that all vehicles are removed and Mr. S. Gyorffy agreed to take the necessary action. The report was then voted on Clause by Clause. Clause 2 - Motion redundant and not considered as the owner of 161 Ottawa Street South has removed the waste material. Clause 4 - Carried. Balance of Report - Carried. Recorded pecuniary interest and abstention: Clause 4 - Councillor B. Vrbanovic as he is a member of an organization that receives proceeds from bingos. Moved by Councillor J. Smola Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That the report of the Public Works and Transportation Committee be adopted." Carried. Councillor G. Lorentz referred to a recent weather storm that had caused substantial flooding and sewer backups in his Ward and thanked staff for their efforts in assisting property owners. He questioned if staff intend to investigate the cause to determine if there are ways to prevent further occurrences. Mr. S. Gyorffy advised that approximately 130 homes were affected and staff will be investigating with a report on their findings to follow. Councillor Lorentz questioned if a meeting with the board of Kitchener Power Corporation would be scheduled in the near future to discuss issues of concern, and, in particular referred to the pruning of trees around hydro wires. Mayor Zehr stated that a formal meeting will be arranged in March/April with an interim report after the year-end financial audit is completed. Mayor Zehr referred to a communication received from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing relative to the Building Regulatory Advisory Group and questioned what impact the recommendations of the Group would have on the municipality. Mr. Witmer advised that a report will be brought forward to the Planning and Economic Development Committee in early March outlining the issues and impacts. He stated that he had been involved with the Committee dealing with these issues and as a result, many of these have already been addressed. Mayor Zehr referred to a letter from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission in regard to the liquor licence application of the Golden Lions Club. The Commission has declined to add the conditions suggested by Council to the licence as the applicant has agreed to comply. Mayor Zehr stated that he was of the understanding that Council wished the conditions to be added to provide recourse if the applicant failed to comply. In this regard, Mayor Zehr questioned what recourse Council may have. Mr. J. Shivas stated that he would be prepared to give advice relative to this matter in caucus. COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 48 - CITY OF KITCHENER Mayor C. Zehr then referred to a resolution received from the City of Windsor petitioning the Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations to move forward with proposed changes to the Liquor Licence Act as outlined in the discussion paper entitled "Building Safer Communities - Safer Communities Through Cooperative Enforcement". It was agreed to refer this matter to the City's Liquor Licence Review Committee for their comment. Moved by Councillor J. Ziegler Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That an in-camera meeting of City Council be held immediately following this regular meeting to consider two personal matters, one of which is also subject to solicitor-client privilege, and an additional matter subject to solicitor-client privilege." Carried. Mayor C. Zehr provided Council with a brief update on issues involving Regional Council, noting that initial budget reports suggest a tax adjustment just under four percent. He advised that Regional Council is waiting for additional information and several more meetings are anticipated prior to a budget being approved. In addition, Mayor Zehr pointed out that the impact of property re- assessment and changes in tax policy relative to class shifts have not been considered as part of the City or Regional budgets. Council agreed to the request of Mr. G. Sosnoski to remove the by-law listed on the Council agenda as Items 10(a) and 13(a) as it is no longer required since the owner has removed the waste material from 161 Ottawa Street South. Moved by Councillor C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor J. Ziegler "That leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws, namely: (a) To further amend By-law No. 88-170 being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (b) To further amend By-law No. 88-171 being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. (c) To further amend By-law No. 88-172 being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by physically handicapped persons, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof. (d) To further amend By-law No. 2000-159, being a by-law to regulate traffic and parking on highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener. (e) Being a by-law to fully repeal By-law No. 90-239 - Part Lots 11 and 14, Registered Plan 343 - Belmont Avenue West. (f) Being a by-law to provide for the widening of part of Heiman Street as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (g) Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener- S. Filiatrault - Maple Hill Drive. (h) Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - Voisin Developments Limited - Fischer-Hallman Road. (i) Being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 34 to the Municipal Plan - Voisin Developments Limited - Service Commercial. (J) Being a by-law to amend Chapter 101 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code regarding Appointment - Staff Provincial Offences Act. (k) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. FEBRUARY 12, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES - 49 - CITY OF KITCHENER and that the same be taken as read a first time and stand referred to the Committee of the Whole. Carried. On motion, the Council resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole to consider its agenda and Mayor C. Zehr appointed Councillor B. Vrbanovic as Chair. On motion, the Council rose from the Committee of the Whole and Mayor C. Zehr occupied the Chair. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "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 C. Weylie Seconded by Councillor J. Ziegler "That the by-laws listed on the agenda for third reading, namely: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) 10. (g) (h) Carried. To further amend By-law No. 88-170 being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (By-law No. 2001-22) To further amend By-law No. 88-171 being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. (By-law No. 2001-23) To further amend By-law No. 88-172 being a by-law to authorize certain on-street and off-street parking of vehicles for use by physically handicapped persons, and the issuing of permits in respect thereof. (By-law No. 2001-24) To further amend By-law No. 2000-159, being a by-law to regulate traffic and parking on highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener. (By-law No. 2001-25) Being a by-law to fully repeal By-law No. 90-239 - Part Lots 11 and 14, Registered Plan 343 - Belmont Avenue West. (By-law No. 2001-26) Being a by-law to close and sell the public lane, for pedestrian use only, between Larkspur Crescent and Fischer-Hallman Road in the City of Kitchener. (By-law No. 2001-27) Being a by-law to provide for the widening of part of Heiman Street as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (By-law No. 2001-28) Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener- S. Filiatrault - Maple Hill Drive. (By-law No. 2001-29) FEBRUARY 12, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES - 50 - CITY OF KITCHENER (i) (J) (k) Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - Voisin Developments Limited - Fischer-Hallman Road. Being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. Developments Limited - Service Commercial. (By-law No. 2001-30) 34 to the Municipal Plan - Voisin (By-law No. 2001-31 ) Being a by-law to amend Chapter 101 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code regarding Appointment - Staff Provincial Offences Act. To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. (By-law No. 2001-32) (By-law No. 2001-33) be taken as read a third time, be finally passed and numbered serially by the Clerk." Carried. On motion, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. MAYOR CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 51 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE That Zone Change Application ZC 00/27/M/ZJ (84 Maple Hill Drive - Shirley Filiatrault) requesting a change in zoning from Residential Two Zone (R-2) to Golf Course Zone (P-4) on Part of Lot 11, Registered Plan 877, be approved in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law" attached, dated December 22, 2000 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. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - That the Enterprise Division of the Community Services Department proceed to deliver its food and beverages services as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-01-022 (Enterprise Division Food & Beverage Services); and, That a food and beverage consultant be retained to assist with the development and design of the tender process and also assist with management of the call for proposals for the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex; and further, That the final recommendation with respect to food and beverage service operators be approved by Council prior to awarding the contract(s). That the City of Kitchener acknowledge the work of the Millennium Steering Committee and Lorna Ferguson, Millennium Projects Co-ordinator, for their efforts in the millennium projects initiative; and further, That the Mayor send letters of acknowledgment to all Steering Committee members. DOWNTOWN ADVISORY COMMITTEE - That City Council, in view of Compass Kitchener's emphasis on healthy downtown neighbourhoods, take whatever steps are necessary to prevent the closing of any inner-city schools. ENVIRON MENTAL COM M ITTEE - That Council endorse the Kitchener-Guelph Traffic Reduction Initiative sponsored by the Ontario Public Interest Research Group (OPIRG) through local chapters Waterloo Public Interest Research Group (WPIRG) and OPIRG - Guelph; and, That subject to development of criteria on which to base funding of external environmental initiatives under the Terms of Reference of the Community Environment Stewardship Fund, Council approve 'in principle' a cash grant in the amount of $3,000., funded from the Stewardship Fund; and, That WPIRG provide a progress report to the Environmental Committee within one year of commencement of the Kitchener-Guelph Traffic Reduction Initiative; and further, That WPIRG provide a presentation of this Initiative to Waterloo Regional Council. That Mr. B. Krafchek and Mr. J. Smola be appointed as representatives of the Environmental Committee to the Organizing Committee dealing with Earth Day events. WHEREAS it has been established that coal fired power plants are major contributors of air pollutants that harm human health and the environment; COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 52 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 3. (Cont'd) AND WHEREAS the Ontario Power Generation proposal to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides from its coal fired power plants is not sufficient to meet reduced nitrogen oxide emission rates to the levels targeted by the United States and could result in undermining negotiations for an international agreement between Canada and the United States to reduce transboundary ozone air pollution; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Kitchener's Environmental Committee and City Council endorse Clause No. 5 as contained in Report No. 7 of the Toronto Board of Health adopted by Toronto City Council, which reads as follows: 'That Council urge the Premier of Ontario and the Ontario Minister of the Environment to move immediately to establish regulations that will ensure the conversion of coal fired power plants to natural gas; and, That Council encourage all other municipalities with populations greater than 25,000 to do the same by forwarding a copy of this clause.'; FURTHER that Kitchener's Environmental Committee and City Council endorse the recommendations of the Ontario Clean Air Alliance as contained in their report entitled 'Countdown Coal Report', dated October 2000, requesting the Provincial Government to establish regulations which will lead to the complete phase-out of coal fired power plants by the year 2012; AND FURTHER that this resolution be circulated to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Environment, the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE - That Council re-affirm its resolution of October 2, 2000 authorizing the execution of an encroachment agreement with the property owner and tenant of 355 Riverbend Drive to permit access across City owned land located immediately behind 355 Riverbend Drive and east of the Conestoga Expressway and to permit the installation and maintenance of a chain link fence and gate to the east of the Region's pumping station on a portion of the said City land; and, That the operator of Riverbend Recyclers be directed to remove the wrecked vehicles located in front of the pumping station and in the area obstructing access to underground services by February 15, 2001 failing which the City will make arrangements for the removal and disposal of the vehicles and the restoration of this portion of the site, with any costs to be borne by the operator of Riverbend Recyclers; and That public works and legal staff discuss timing to remove all other vehicles stored on the remaining City owned lands and approaches as to how to secure the embankment and report back to a future Finance & Administration Committee meeting in sufficient time in order that the site can be fully restored by June 30, 2001; and further, That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an encroachment agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor with the property owner and the tenant of 355 Riverbend Drive to legalize the existing wooden fence located on the City owned land across the front of the property and along the side leading to the area by the pumping station. That City Council consider a by-law at its meeting of February 12, 2001 authorizing the removal of waste material from 161 Ottawa Street South, at the property owner's expense, if this has not been done by the owner on or before February 11,2001. (Motion redundant and not considered as waste removed by the owner) COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 53 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) That the City of Kitchener grant the request of Doon Heritage Crossroads to reduce the required Temporary Vendor's Licence Fee to $10.00 for a show referred to as "Seedy Saturday" to be held on Saturday, February 17, 2001. That the request of Max Rausch on behalf of the Charities Bingo Committee for a waiver or reduction in Bingo Licence Fees be refused and the fees remain at 3% for the period January 1 - April 30, 2001; and further, That staff report to the Finance and Administration Committee at the end of the licensing period on the status of Bingo revenues at which time the Committee will consider whether relief is warranted. That the City seek the services of a Consultant to study the merits of a Central Maintenance Facility and to look at the Corporation's outside storage needs and practices; and further, That staff provide the Terms of Reference for this study to Council as soon as possible in order that they can be reviewed prior to the February 12, 2001 City Council meeting. PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE - That staff of the Department of Public Works install directional signage at the developers expense in the locations shown on Appendix 'A' attached to staff report PW-01-009 to clearly identify the renamed portion of Autumn Ridge Trail to Forest Edge Trail; and further, That the directional signs be consistent with existing decorative signs in the Wyldwoods Subdivision. That the current three (3) hour parking time limit on the north east side of Hugo Crescent be replaced with a ' No Parking Anytime, January 1st to March 31st' winter parking prohibition; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That Council enter into an agreement with Ontario Seed Co. Limited to operate a public parking lot at 68 Victoria Street South; and further, That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a lease agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor with Ontario Seed Co. Limited. That parking be prohibited anytime on the east side of Activa Avenue, between Fischer- Hallman Road and Bush Clover Crescent / Wilderness Drive; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That the Purchasing Division be authorized to increase the Utilities Division marketing initiatives existing $100,000. limit by $50,000. to $150,000. on the City's blanket purchase order with Quarry Integrated Communications. That the Department of Public Works install a paved asphalt pad behind the curb drop on Kingsway Drive at Greenfield Avenue to create a permanent walking surface for pedestrians to utilize when accessing Fairview Park Mall; and further, That the curb drop and paved asphalt pad be added to the Snow Clearing Program to be cleared at the same time as the existing pedestrian crosswalk on Kingsway Drive. COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 54 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE A. BY-LAWS LISTED ON THE AGENDA - 2ND READING - It was resolved: "That the by-laws considered by this Committee be taken as read a second time and be recommended for enactment." B. REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - 1. Licences i) Adult Entertainment Parlour Attendant Licences It was resolved: "That Judy Oliveira and Dushinka Garcia, employed at 2271 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener, be granted 2001 Adult Entertainment Parlour Attendant Licences." - and - "That Cathryn Jantzi, employed at 1127 King Street East, Kitchener be granted a 2001 Adult Entertainment Parlour Attendant Licence." 2. Compliance with Restrictions/Quit Claim Deed - 50 and 60 Alpine Court It was resolved: "That on February 12, 2001, the property described as Parts 1 and 4 on Plan 58R- 12613, municipally known as 60 Alpine Court, Kitchener, and the property described as Parts 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 on Reference Plan 58R-12613, municipally known as 50 Alpine Court, Kitchener, complied with the restrictions set out in Schedule "A" to Instrument No. 296987; and further, That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute Quit Claim Deeds releasing all rights of the City contained in paragraphs 5.(a) and 5.(b) of Schedule "A" to Instrument No. 296987 respecting Parts 1 and 4 on Plan 58R-12613, municipally known as 60 Alpine Court, and Parts 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 on Plan 58R-12613, municipally known as 50 Alpine Court." Land Acquisition/Easement - Huron Woods Development Corporation/Maple Leaf Foods Inc. It was resolved: "That the City accept a conveyance from Huron Woods Development Corporation, In Trust, of the land described as Part of Lot 11, Biehn's Tract, designated as Parts 4 and 5 on Reference Plan 58R-12807 for storm water management purposes and an easement over Part of Lot 11, Biehn's Tract, designated as Part 6 on Reference Plan 58R-12807 for sanitary sewer purposes; and further, That the City accept an easement from Maple Leaf Foods Inc. over Part Lot 17, Registrar's Compiled Plan 1471 being Part 1 on Plan 58R-12807 for storm water management purposes and easements over Part Lot 17, Registrar's Compiled Plan 1471 being Parts 2 and 7 on Plan 58R-12807 for sanitary sewer purposes." FEBRUARY 12, 2001 COUNCIL MINUTES - 55 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - (CONT'D) 4. Declaration of Surplus Land - Homer Watson Boulevard It was resolved: "That Council declare surplus to the City's needs Part 7 on Plan 58R-9738 in the City of Kitchener for the purpose of an easement to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo." 5. City of Kitchener Web Site Improvements It was resolved: "That Council approve the following in respect to improvements to the City of Kitchener web site as outlined in staff report CAO-00-001 (P. Sinnott/M. Grummett), dated January 22, 2001; and the additional information provided by M. Grummett on February 2, 2001 entitled 'Implementing a New Web Site Strategy': a) Creation of a Dynamic Content Programmer position in the Information Services Division, effective February 2, 2001; b) A $100,000. increase in the 2001 Operating Budget of the Information Services Division relative to the above new staff position; and for additional staff training and monthly software fees; c) A Capital Budget allocation of $100,000. in 2001 and $50,000. in each of the years 2002 and 2003 to purchase required hardware and software." 6. Market Continqencies It was resolved: "That the two staff positions identified in Corporate Services Department report CRPS- 01-008 (B. Baker), dated January 22, 2001, be granted market contingencies in the amounts indicated and for a twelve month period ending December 31, 2001; and further, That this is on the understanding that these temporary rates will have no impact on any sick leave payout." 7. Tenders Dealt with under Delegations. Mayor C. Zehr inquired whether staff feel the Peter Hallman Ball Yard project will be completed on schedule and in anticipation of upcoming tournaments. He also inquired as to the status of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) approvals. Mr. F. Pizzuto responded that staff are confident the December 31, 2001 target will be met and the City will be able to hold the International Championship and other events in the summer of 2002. He further advised that a successful design charette was recently held, and that the GRCA does not foresee a problem in regard to any necessary approvals. 8. Sale of Raffle Tickets - Victorian Order of Nurses Council was in receipt of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-01-018 (J. Koppeser), dated January 31, 2001, recommending approval of a request to sell raffle tickets in the City. COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 56 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE B. REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - (CONT'D) 8. Sale of Raffle Tickets - Victorian Order of Nurses - (Cont'd) It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to the Victorian Order of Nurses Waterloo- Wellington-Dufferin Branch, 255 Woodlawn Rd. W., Suite 201, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 8J1, being granted permission to sell tickets in the City of Kitchener for a series of raffle draws to be held from March 9, 2001 to June 28, 2001 at 255 Woodlawn Rd. W., Suite 201, Guelph, Ontario." 9. Sale of Raffle Tickets - Princess Marqaret Hospital Foundation Council was in receipt of Corporate Services Department report CRPS-01-019 (J. Koppeser), dated February 2, 2001, recommending approval of a request to hold draws in the City. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, 610 University Ave., Toronto, ON M5G 2M9, being granted permission to sell tickets in the City of Kitchener for a series of draws to be held at several locations in Ontario starting on May 3, 2001 ." 10. TaR Day Request - Royal Canadian Sea Cadets #94 WARSPITE Council was in receipt of correspondence from D. Chapelle, Fund Raising Chairman, K-W Navy League Branch, dated January 11, 2001, requesting permission to conduct Tag Days on March 1 - 3, 2001. It was resolved: "That the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets #94 WARSPITE, Kitchener-Waterloo Branch, be granted permission to hold Tag Days on March 1, 2 and 3, 2001, at various malls, grocery stores, and liquor store entrances in the City, provided permission is obtained from the manager or owner." 11. Transfer of Responsibilities Council was in receipt this date of Community Services Department report CSD-01-026 (F. Pizzuto/R.W. Pritchard), dated February 9, 2001, recommending the hiring of a full- time custodial/maintenance person in the Facilities Management Division to replace the present part-time staff and contracted services. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener approve an increase in the staff complement of one Maintenance I position at no additional cost, with this position reporting to the Facilities Management Division as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-01- 026 (F. Pizzuto/R. Pritchard), dated February 9, 2001." 12. Applications for Cancellation, Refund, Reduction or Levy of Taxes - February 12, 2001 Hearinq Council was in receipt of correspondence from G. Sosnoski, City Clerk, dated February 7, 2001, relative to applications for cancellation, refund, reduction or levy of taxes. COUNCIL MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2001 - 57 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE B. REPORT OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - (CONT'D) 12. Applications for Cancellation, Refund, Reduction or Levy of Taxes - February 12, 2001 Hearin.q - (Cont'd) It was resolved: "That the applications attached hereto and forming part of these minutes relative to cancellation, reduction, refund or levy of taxes be disposed of as recommended therein." 13. Joint Buildinq Code Enforcement - Kitchener/Wilmot Township Council was in receipt this date of Business and Planning Services Department report BPS-01-024 (J. Witmer/B. Stanley), dated February 8, 2001, recommending temporary assistance to Wilmot Township until their new Chief Building Official is hired. It was resolved: "That Council approve the offer of plan examination/building inspection services to the Township of Wilmot to assist in permit processing and inspection, with Kitchener's Chief Building Official to assume enforcement duties under the Building Code Act for both municipalities until a new Wilmot Township Chief Building Official is hired." 14. Execution of Aqreement - Monitorinq Wells (Estate of William H. Kaufman Inc.) Council was in receipt this date of Legal Department report LEG-01-021 (L. MacDonald), dated February 12, 2001, requesting a change to an earlier Council resolution, and in regard to two further monitoring wells on City road allowances. It was resolved: "That Council's resolution of February 5, 2001 authorizing the execution of an amending agreement to permit the construction of additional monitoring wells, be amended to acknowledge that the agreement will be with XCG Consultants Ltd. rather than Ernst & Young Inc., Trustee for the Estate of William H. Kaufman Inc.; and further, That permission to construct two more monitoring wells on City road allowances be granted and incorporated into the same agreement."