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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil - 2005-03-21COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 CITY OF KITCHENER The Council of the City of Kitchener met this date with all members present, except Councillor C. Weylie. The meeting began with the singing of "O Canada" by Taylor Jasztrab, King School of Vocal. On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz, the minutes of the regular meeting held February 28, 2005 and special meetings held February 28 and March 7, 2005, as mailed to the Mayor and Councillors, were accepted. COMMUNICATIONS REFERRED DIRECTLY TO FILE - NIL Mr. L. Gordon, Director of Purchasing, was in attendance with respect to the tenders listed on the Committee of the Whole agenda. Messrs. Rohid Bansal and Pino Finelli, Four Seasons Site Development Limited, attended in opposition to awarding Tender T05-001, Concrete Sidewalk and Curb Construction and Repairs, to Sousa Concrete, Branchton, Ontario. Mr. Bansal stated that his company had submitted the lowest bid but was disqualified on the basis that it was not complete as a Letter of Release from the Ministry of the Environment for an approved dump site was not included. Mr. Bansal commented that no specific form was enclosed in the tender documents and that he telephoned the City to inquire if a letter from his company holding the City harmless for dumping materials was sufficient. He explained that he was advised that such a letter would suffice. He pointed out that his company has done similar projects to the satisfaction of many customers and does not anticipate any difficulty in disposing of removed materials. He reiterated that he believed their bid to be complete and asked that Council consider awarding the tender to them. Mr. L. Gordon advised that submissions requirements set forth in the contract document required submission of the Letter of Release from the Ministry of the Environment and it should have been included in the Four Seasons bid. He added that instructions were provided to all bidders that clearly indicate inquiries are to be made to the City's Purchasing Division in writing and in return, the Purchasing Division will provide written response to all bidders. Mr. Gordon pointed out that no contact, verbal or written, was made with the Purchasing Division prior to the opening of the bids. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That Expression of Interest E05-008, Consultant Services, Brentwood Avenue Reconstruction (Sheldon Avenue North to the Outlet at Montgomery Park) be awarded to Totten Sims Hubicki Associates, Kitchener, at their estimated fee of $150,628.93, including a contingency of $12,797.70 and 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." - and - "That Tender T05-001, Concrete Sidewalk and Curb Construction and Repairs, be awarded to 410754 Ontario Limited o/a Sousa Concrete, Branchton, Ontario at their tendered price of $810,314.48, including contingencies of $25,525.00 and G.S.T.; and further, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor." - and - "That Tender T05-002, Road and Surface Construction, be awarded to Capital Paving Inc., Guelph, Ontario at their tendered price of $3,347,209.79 including contingencies of $53,370.75 and G.S.T.; and further, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor." COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 63 - CITY OF KITCHENER - and - "That Tender T05-006, Cooling System Upgrade-Your Kitchener Market, be awarded to Brenner Mechanical Inc., Waterloo, Ontario at their tendered price of $602,410.00, including P.S.T. & G.S.T.; and further, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor." - and - "That Tender T05-012 Natural Gas Regulator Replacement Program, be awarded to Lakeside Performance Gas Services, Brampton, Ontario, at their tendered price of $2,264,098.60 including G.S.T.; and further, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor." Carried. Mr. Paul Tambeau, Volunteer, United Way of Kitchener-Waterloo, attended in support of the staff recommendation listed as Item B.l.iii) on the Committee of the Whole agenda this date, advising of no objection to issuance of a Provincial lottery licence for a social gaming event to be held June 17, 2005. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to a Provincial Lottery Licence being issued to the United Way of Kitchener-Waterloo to conduct a Social Gaming Event at the Walper Terrace Hotel, 1 King St. W., Kitchener, on June 17, 2005." Carried. Messrs. Ron Williams, Mill-Courtland Community Centre and Chris Smith, Cedar Hills Community Group, attended on behalf of Carolann Mackie, Highland-Stirling Community Group, to thank Council for a new portable facility installed at the Mill-Courtland Community Centre. Mr. Williams advised that the portable provides much needed programming space and invitations will be extended to Council in the Spring to view the portable in use. Mr. Nisar Jafferi attended in opposition to Clause 4 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report of this date, concerning denial of his appeal to the decision of the Manager of Licensing not to issue him a licence to operate a refreshment vehicle at 2191 Kingsway Drive. Mr. Jafferi stated that operation of the refreshment vehicle was intended to be his livelihood and he was prepared to abide by all by-law requirements. It was noted at the March 7, 2005 Finance and Corporate Services Committee (FCS) meeting, that a refreshment vehicle at 2191 Kingsway Drive would not meet the requirements of By-law 2004-258 with respect to separation from Places of Refreshment and other Refreshment Vehicles. In addition, two delegates attended the March 7, 2005 FCS meeting in opposition to the appeal by Mr. Jafferi, citing reasons of hardship experienced by businesses in the area due to closure of the Franklin Street bridge during the Highway 8 reconstruction, which have just started to recover. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That Clause 4 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report of this date be adopted." Carried. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 64 - CITY OF KITCHENER Moved by Councillor J. Gazzola Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That the report of the Development and Technical Services Committee be adopted." Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola Carried. "That the report of the Community Services Committee be adopted." Councillor G. Lorentz advised that the recommendation contained in Clause 3 of the report, dealing with a grant request by the Royal Canadian Legion, Polish Veterans' Branch 412, to cover costs associated with the closing of part of Johnston Street for parking purposes, was deferred and referred to the Council meeting this date to allow additional information to be provided regarding a lease agreement for parking. In this regard, Council was in receipt this date of a memorandum (F. McCrea), dated March 14, 2005, in which the additional information as requested is provided. On motion by Councillor J. Smola, seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz, it was agreed to approve the request of the Royal Canadian Legion, Polish Veterans' Branch 412, for a $3,227.13 grant to cover the City's costs to close part of Johnston Street for parking purposes and to provide an annual lease fee of $1., subject to the Legion continuing to own and operate their facility at 601 Wellington Street North. The Community Services Committee report was then voted on Clause by Clause. Clause 3 - Carried. Balance of report - Carried. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That the report of the Finance and Corporate Service Committee be adopted." Voted on Clause by Clause. Clause 4 - Dealt with under Delegations and Carried. Balance of report - Carried. Mr. Jeff Willmer, Director of Planning, provided an update on negotiations for a land exchange between the City and JHS Properties Inc. relative to lands within the Pioneer Tower West Community on which the Schoerg Family Homestead and Barn are situate. Mayor C. Zehr disclosed a pecuniary interest and abstained from all discussion concerning the Schoerg Family Homestead and Barn, as he owns property in the area. Councillor G. Lorentz assumed the Chair. Mr. J. Willmer advised that negotiations regarding the land exchange are nearing completion and while fragile, it is anticipated that a satisfactory conclusion can be reached. At issue is the City's desire to have the developer commit to transferring ownership of the lands on which the barn foundation is situate to the City, prior to making recommendations for site plan and draft subdivision plan approvals; whereas, the developer is not willing to commit unless conditions of subdivision approval are satisfactory to them. He noted that several issues are still under discussion, being: a request from the developer to revert to the City's former sidewalk policy wherein the developer would be required to install sidewalks only on one side of the street and not on cul-de-sacs; and, to allow storm water management to be located within the JHS subdivision rather than be supplied from an adjacent subdivision; and, COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 65 - CITY OF KITCHENER differing conclusions concerning a structural engineer's report as to the quality of the farmhouse, it being the City's position that there is no reason the house could not be renovated for residential occupancy. Mr. J. Willmer advised that it is anticipated that staff will be in a position to table a report regarding the land exchange and draft subdivision plan approvals by the end of May. In response to questions, Mr. Willmer advised that negotiations for acquisition of the barn materials are being considered by staff as separate and apart from those regarding the land exchange and discussions are ongoing with Kieswetter Demolition Inc., to whom the barn materials were sold. He added that staff will report to the April 4, 2005 Development & Technical Services Committee meeting as to the status of the land exchange and barn materials. Mayor C. Zehr assumed the Chair. Council was in receipt this date of Development & Technical Services Department report DTS-05- 043, dated March 16, 2005, concerning the design of the proposed Highway 401 pedestrian / cyclist bridge, to be located east of Homer Watson Boulevard in the Cities of Kitchener and Cambridge. This project is in joint partnership with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo and the City of Cambridge. It is noted in the report that Council's direction is requested on the treatment of the pedestrian enclosure, resulting from concerns raised with respect to its appearance and provides the following options: · proceed with the original design, including the heavy-gauge metal wire enclosure; or, conduct a 'design ideas competition' to solicit ideas for aesthetic enhancements to the pedestrian enclosure and for future enhancements to other 'non-enclosure' aspects of the bridge and the trail crossing. Mayor C. Zehr advised that at its next meeting, Regional Council will consider a recommendation to proceed with the original design but also continue to investigate options and ideas for aesthetic enhancements. A motion by Councillor G. Lorentz, seconded by Councillor J. Smola, to advise the Regional Municipality of Waterloo that the City of Kitchener supports Option 1, being to proceed with the original design of the Highway 401 pedestrian / cyclist bridge, including the heavy-gauge metal wiring enclosure, was brought forward for consideration. Mr. G. Stewart, General Manager of Development & Technical Services, responded to questions advising that staff's concerns with regard to a design competition relate to budget constraints and potential to disappoint public expectations in submitting designs that may not be implemented. Councillor G. Lorentz commented that of primary concern to him is the functionality and safety of the bridge enclosure and suggested that the project should proceed as originally designed. Councillors B. Vrbanovic and J. Gazzola spoke in favour of conducting a design competition to determine if enhancements could be made within the parameters of the existing budget and without compromising functionality or safety. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the Regional Municipality of Waterloo be advised that the City of Kitchener supports proceeding with the original design, including the heavy-gauge metal wire enclosure, for the proposed Highway 401 pedestrian / cyclist bridge, east of Homer Watson Boulevard in the Cities of Kitchener and Cambridge." Carried. Councillor B. Vrbanovic requested to be recorded as opposed to the motion respecting the design of the proposed Highway 401 pedestrian / cyclist bridge. Councillor B. Vrbanovic advised that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) recently released a two-part plan to co-ordinate municipal government efforts to help tsunami-ravaged communities rebuild following the December disaster. In this regard, he advised that he would COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 66 - CITY OF KITCHENER present an abbreviated version of the plan for Council's information at the April 11, 2005 Council meeting. Mayor C. Zehr advised that this is the last Council meeting Mr. F. Pizzuto will attend as General Manager of Community Services, having accepted the position of CAO in the Town of Amherstburg. Mayor Zehr thanked Mr. Pizzuto for his many contributions during his five years of service, in particular, his integral role in downtown projects and wished him well in his new career. Mr. F. Pizzuto thanked Council for the opportunity extended to him and staff to undertake development projects of an exemplary nature and he looked forward to visiting the City upon their completion. Council agreed to a request of G. Sosnoski, General Manager of Corporate Services & City Clerk, to add a zoning amending by-law for three readings this date relative to Clause 6 of the Development & Technical Services Committee report. Moved by Councillor J. Smola Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws, namely: (a) Being a by-law to licence Street Vendors on property owned by The Corporation of the City of Kitchener in Victoria Park and at specific street intersections expiring December 31, 2005. (b) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Bryan Court as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (c) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Gregg Court as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (d) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Colton Circle as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (e) To further amend By-law No. 88-170 being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (f) To further amend By-law No. 88-171 being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. (g) 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. (h) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Part of Block 25, Registered Plan 1822, Wilderness Drive. (i) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Part of Block 2, Registered Plan 58M-167, Deer Ridge Court. (J) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Part of Blocks 1 and 6, Registered Plan 58M-171, Bridlewreath Street & Max Becker Drive. (k) Being a by-law to amend By-law Number 2004-265 of The Corporation of the City of Kitchener being a by-law to repeal and replace Chapter 530 of The City of Kitchener Municipal Code with respect to Dogs. (I) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. (m) Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - King Street West. and that the same be taken as read a first time and stand referred to the Committee of the Whole." Carried. MARCH 21, 2005 COUNCIL MINUTES - 67 - CITY OF KITCHENER On motion, the Council resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole to consider its agenda and Mayor C. Zehr appointed Councillor G. Lorentz as Chair. On motion, the Council rose from the Committee of the Whole and Mayor C. Zehr occupied the Chair. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "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 J. Smola Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That the by-laws listed on the agenda for third reading, namely: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Carried. Being a by-law to licence Street Vendors on property owned by The Corporation of the City of Kitchener in Victoria Park and at specific street intersections expiring December 31, 2005. (By-law No. 2005-50) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Bryan Court as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (By-law No. 2005-51) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Gregg Court as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (By-law No. 2005-52) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Colton Circle as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (By-law No. 2005-53) 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. 2005-54) 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. 2005-55) 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. 2005-56) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Part of Block 25, Registered Plan 1822, Wilderness Drive (By-law No. 2005-57) MARCH 21, 2005 COUNCIL MINUTES - 68 - CITY OF KITCHENER (i) d) (k) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Part of Block 2, Registered Plan 58M-167, Deer Ridge Court (By-law No. 2005-58) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control - Part of Blocks 1 and 6, Registered Plan 58M-171, Bridlewreath Street & Max Becker Drive (By-law No. 2005-59) Being a by-law to amend By-law Number 2004-265 of The Corporation of the City of Kitchener being a by-law to repeal and replace Chapter 530 of The City of Kitchener Municipal Code with respect to Dogs. (By-law No. 2005-60) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. (By-law No. 2005-61) (m) Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener - King Street West. (By-law No. 2005-62) be taken as read a third time, be finally passed and numbered serially by the Clerk." Carried. On motion, the meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. MAYOR CLERK MARCH 21, 2005 COUNCIL MINUTES - 69 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE - 1. That on-street parking be prohibited from January 1st to March 31st of each year on the east side of College Street from Ahrens Street to Weber Street West; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly. That the Uniform Traffic Control By-Law be amended to incorporate the following existing "Permit Only Parking" locations: On the south side of Patricia Avenue from Spadina Road West to a point 121 metres east thereof; On the west side of Spadina Road West from Patricia Avenue to Belmont Avenue West; On the east side of Spadina Road West from Belmont Avenue West to 50 metres north thereof. That demolition control application DC 05/01/G/CB requesting permission to demolish one single detached dwelling located at 715 Fischer Hallman Road, legally described as Tract German Company Part Lot 47, be approved. That the recommendations related to the Cedar Hill Study, contained within Development and Technical Services report DTS-05-037, be received and tabled for public review and comment, to be brought back for approval on April 4, 2005. That demolition control application DC 05/02/C/SR requesting permission to demolish one three-unit multiple dwelling located at 103 - 105 Courtland Ave E, legally described as Lot 3, Plan 419, be approved, subject to the following condition: That prior to the issuance of a demolition permit, the owner submits a site plan application to the City's Planning Division, and obtains approval thereof from the City's Supervisor of Site Plan Development, for the proposed eight-unit multiple dwelling. That Zone Change Application ZCO3/O1/K/TB, proposing a change in zoning from "Warehouse District Zone (D-6),138 U,9H" to "Warehouse District Zone (D-6), 343U, 423R", be approved, in the form shown in the "Proposed Bylaw", dated February 14, 2005, attached to Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-05-026, without conditions. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign an agreement, satisfactory to the City Solicitor, with Michael Martz for golf professional services and other related matters for both City of Kitchener golf courses, as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-05-033. That the Manager of the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex (The Aud) and the Director of Enterprise Division be authorized to sign Event Co-promotion Agreements with promoters for events at The Aud, satisfactory to the City Solicitor. That the request of the Royal Canadian Legion, Polish Veterans' Branch 412, for a grant in the amount of $3,227.13 to cover the City's costs to close part of Johnston Street for parking purposes, be approved; and further, That staff in considering the terms of the lease agreement for parking include provision for an annual fee of $1.00, subject to the Legion continuing to own and operate their facility at 601 Wellington Street North. That the Community Services Department review current sidewalk snow clearing policies as part of the 2005 Joint Accessibility Plan for the City of Kitchener (Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Bill 125) prior to 2007 to improve sidewalk accessibility for persons with disabilities; and further, MARCH 21, 2005 COUNCIL MINUTES - 70 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - (CONT'D) 4. (Cont'd) That sidewalk snow clearing be provided along a portion of sidewalk on Ottawa Street South between King Street East and the rear entrance to K-W Habilitation Services (108 Sydney Street South) to ensure safe pedestrian access for adults with developmental disabilities who work at, and / or visit, this facility. FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE - That the request of the Doon Pioneer Park Community Association to hold an outdoor garage sale at 150 Pioneer Drive on May 7, 2005 be approved, provided the necessary licence is obtained. That the request of the 45th Kitchener Scouts to operate a refreshment stand at the annual Country Hills Recreation Association Family Fun Day on April 10, 2005 at 100 Rittenhouse Road be approved, provided the necessary licence, including Health and Fire approvals, is obtained. That an exemption from Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code be granted to Basics Office Products at 50 Washburn Drive, from 6 a.m. on Friday April 15, 2005, to 8:00 a.m. on Monday April 18, 2005, in order to move products into their newly construction warehouse from their previous location. That the appeal of Nisar Ali Jafferi of the decision of the Manager of Licensing not to issue a licence to operate a Refreshment Vehicle at 2191 Kingsway Drive, be denied. (Dealt with under Delegations and Carried.) That continuation of the Licensing Review Committee, as established to address applications for renewal of licensed lodging houses, as outlined in Corporate Services Department report CRPS-05-042, be approved. That the supply component of the natural gas rates be increased to 25.9 cents per cubic meter from 23.9 cents per cubic meter for system gas customers of the City of Kitchener effective April 1,2005; and, That the transportation component of the natural gas rates be decreased to 4.076 cents per cubic meter from 4.613 cents per cubic meter for system gas customers of the City of Kitchener effective April 1,2005, to reflect the interim rates charged by TransCanada Pipelines as previously approved by the National Energy Board; and further, That the delivery components of the natural gas rates be changed as proposed in Appendix A of Financial Services Department report FIN-05-007, for all Kitchener delivery customers effective April 1, 2005. That the City of Kitchener implement a KVV Tourism membership program commencing March 1, 2005 based on the rates outlined in the 'KVV Tourism Membership Program' pamphlet attached to Chief Administrative Officer report CAO-05-002; and, That KVV Tourism continue to pursue discussions with the City of Waterloo to provide shared services for visitor information; and further, That KW Tourism continue to pursue opportunities to work in partnership with Cambridge Tourism, the City of Waterloo, and industry members, to develop a co-operative destination marketing program. COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 71 - 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. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS- 1. Various Licences i) Social Gaminq Event - Beth Jacob Congregation Council considered Corporate Services Department report CRPS-05-043 (J. Kalbfleisch), dated March 15, 2005, advising of no objection to the issuance of a Provincial Lottery Licence regarding an event to be held June 22, 2005. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener has no objection to a Provincial Lottery Licence being issued to the Beth Jacob Congregation to conduct a social gaming event at the Beth Jacob Synagogue, 161 Stirling Ave. S., Kitchener, on June 22, 2005." ii) Request to Sell Food and Souvenirs at Peter Hallman Ball Yards on June 24, 25 & 26, 2005 Council considered Corporate Services Department report CRPS-05-045 (J. Kalbfleisch), dated March 16, 2005 granting a request for a licence to sell food and souvenirs at an event on June 24, 25 & 26, 2005. It was resolved: "That the request of the Angels Softball Club to sell food and souvenirs during their tournament at Peter Hallman Ball Yards on June 24, 25 & 26, 2005 be granted provided the necessary licence is obtained, including Health and Fire approvals; and further, That the Special Event licence fee be applicable." iii) Social Gaminq Event - United Way of Kitchener-Waterloo. Dealt with under Delegations. 2. Various Tenders Dealt with under Delegations. 3. Consent to Refinance - 141 Whitney Place (Cityworks / Globe Studios) Council considered Financial Services Department report FIN-05-013 (R. Lebrun / S. de Morbe), dated March 16, 2005 regarding refinancing of a property located at 141 Whitney Place. It was resolved: "That Council consent to the refinancing of the property located at 141 Whitney Place, Kitchener, Ontario by Cityworks Development and Management Inc. and Globe Studios (K-W) based on the parameters outlined in Financial Services Department report FIN- 05-013.'' COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 72 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE B. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS - (CONT'D) 4. Uncollectible Receivables Write-Off Council considered Financial Services Department report FIN-05-010 (J. Evans), dated March 16, 2005, regarding uncollectible receivable accounts. It was resolved: "That Uncollectible Receivables, amounting to $566,534.25, be written off against the Allowance for Doubtful Sundry Receivables and the Allowance for Doubtful Utility Receivables." 5. Uncollectible Utility Accounts Write-Off Council considered Financial Services Department report FIN-05-009 (J. Evans), dated March 8, 2005, regarding uncollectible utility accounts It was resolved: "That Uncollectible Utility Accounts, amounting to $140,320.15 be written off against the Allowance for Doubtful Sundry Receivables and the Allowance for Doubtful Utility Receivables." 6. Committee of Adiustment Decision Council considered minutes and other background information from D. Gilchrist, Secretary-Treasurer, Committee of Adjustment, regarding a meeting held March 8, 2005. It was resolved: "That the application of the Region of Waterloo (SG 2005-005 - Joseph Schneider Haus, 464-466 Queen Street South) requesting permission to replace an existing ground sign with a new ground sign having a height of 2.38 m (7.8 ft.) rather than the permitted height of 1.5 m (4.92 ft.) to be located 2.6 m (8.53 ft.) from Queen Street rather than the required 3 m (9.8 ft.), and to erect 2 signs on the existing fence along the entry to the Queen Street parking lot whereas signs on fences are not permitted in the Sign By-law, on Part Lot 11, Plan 58, being Part 1, Reference Plans 58R-1262, Part 1, Reference Plan 58R-4772, and Part 1, Reference Plan 58R-6239, 464-466 Queen Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED." 7. Extension of Purchase Order #0200815 - Stanley Park Community Centre Council considered Corporate Services Department report CRPS-05-044 (L. Proulx), dated March 7, 2005 recommending extension of the original Purchase Order amount corresponding to the approved increase in the overall project budget. It was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener's Purchase Order # 0200815 dated July 17, 2002 to Levitt Goodman Architects be extended from its original amount of $141,454.00 including GST to $353,583.64 including GST to facilitate payments for consultant services to meet the City's contractual obligation with respect to an increase in project scope, energy consultant fees and delay costs." COUNCIL MINUTES MARCH 21, 2005 - 73 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE B. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS - (CONT'D) 8. Expropriation of Land Doon Village Road Diversion (Sestan Electric Construction Limited) Council considered a matter arising from an in-camera meeting held this date regarding Corporate Services Department report CRPS-05-046 (F. McCrea), dated March 16, 2005, concerning expropriation of land for the Doon Village Road Diversion. It was resolved: "That the City Solicitor be and is hereby authorized to negotiate a settlement of the claim for compensation made by Sestan Electric Construction Limited in respect of the expropriation of part of its lands described as Part Lot 2, Biehn's Tract, being Part 1 on Expropriation Plan 1563041, City of Kitchener, Regional Municipality of Waterloo, on terms approved of by Council."