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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil - 2006-04-24COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 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 Joann Mendler, Ashley Dean and Allison Flannagan of Resurrection Catholic Secondary School. Mayor C. Zehr acknowledged National Volunteer Week (April 23-29, 2006) and encouraged Council and senior staff to wear ribbons distributed this date in support of volunteerism. On motion by Councillor M. Galloway, the minutes of the regular meeting held April 3, 2006 and special meeting held April 10, 2006, 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. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "That Tender T06-034, Ice Rink Board System - KMAC Kiwanis Rink, be awarded to Sport Systems Unlimited Corp., Waterloo at their tendered price of $100,473.00, including G.S.T." -and- "That Tender T06-042, Hazardous Material Abatement -Forsyth Building, be awarded to Reitzel Bros. Asbestos Removal Ltd., Breslau at their tendered price of $143,915., including G.S.T." -and- "That Expression of Interest E05-089, Consultant Services, Environmental Consultant Services in the Areas of Site Assessment, Remediation Services, Hydrogeology and Designated Substance Surveys be awarded to the following consulting firms as required: AMEC Earth and Environmental, AMC Earth & Environmental a division of AMEC Americas Limited, Waterloo, Conestoga-Rovers & Associates, Waterloo, Frontline Environmental Management Inc, Kitchener, MacViro Consultants Inc., Markham, Ontario, Naylor Engineering Associates, Kitchener, Shaheen & Parker Consulting Engineers Limited, Waterloo, Water and Earth Science Associates Ltd., Kitchener, XCG Consultants Ltd., Kitchener." Carried. Mr. Ron Charie, President and CEO, Kitchener-Wilmot Hydro Inc. (KWHI) / Kitchener Power Corporation, attended to present the 2005 Annual Report. A summary document highlighting aspects of the Annual Report was circulated this date. Mr. Charie presented the highlights of the financial report noting a 1 % decrease in local rates resulting in an overall increase of 8% when factoring in the OEB rate increases. A $1.2M increase in net income was realized from 2004 with an increase of approximately $4.3M in total shareholders' equity. The increase in net income was attributed in part to a legislated change in accounting practices and deferral of OMERS and Ontario Energy Board expenses. Mr. Charie commented on the significant increase in kilowatt hour sales due to higher than average summer temperatures and an increase in the number of customers by 2,204 over 2004. He further advised that controllable expenses are the lowest of the large utilities in comparison to the Provincial average, resulting in an expense to customer ratio of $128.79. Mr. Charie concluded his presentation advising that KWHI is in a good financial position, continuing to re-invest in its infrastructure and providing excellent service to its customers at the lowest residential rate of the large utilities in the Province. Mr. Charie then presented the 2006 Reforestation Grant of $35,000., a $5,000. increase over 2004, representing KWHI's commitment to replenish trees removed as a result of maintenance of its hydro lines. He also presented a dividend cheque in the amount of $1,476,559. In answer to questions raised by Council, Mr. Charie noted that the utility is financially well-positioned for the future and is pursuing opportunity to produce electricity locally in connection with the Northland Power project on COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 114 - CITY OF KITCHENER Fairway Road. It was also noted that efforts are continuing towards establishing WiFi service throughout the Region. Mr. Terrence Green, Green & Vespry Law Offices, and his client Tom Price, attended to appeal the decision of the Dog Designation Appeal Committee (DDAC) in regard to a dog owned by Mr. Price, as listed under Item 2 on the Committee of the Whole agenda this date. Mr. Green circulated this date a packet of information in support of the appeal which included: the DDAC decision; DDAC minutes of March 20, 2006; Pitbull identification; and comparison of the dog "Rocky" to other dogs. Mr. Green alleged that the evidence provided to DDAC was not sufficient or complete enough to allow the Committee to give a decision that would best fit an appropriate description of the dog in question. He suggested that the characteristics of a Pitbull as defined in Chapter 530 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code are only partial and that identification of mixed breeds such as the dog in question is very difficult. Mr. Green provided articles written by Mike McBeth, an international all-breed dog show judge, to support his argument regarding the difficulty in identifying the types of mixed breeds. He referred to pictures included in the appeal package which compare "Rocky" with other types of dogs; and in particular, a comparison with a Great Dane, suggesting that "Rocky" has more similarity to a Great Dane than a Pitbull. He requested that Council overturn the decision of DDAC and replace it with a Council decision, or refer the matter back to DDAC to allow review of the evidence presented this date. In response to questions, Mr. Green suggested that Mr. Price was either not aware of, or did not have the means with which to compile a proper defence prior to the DDAC meeting. Councillor J. Smola advised that an additional meeting of DDAC was scheduled for May 8, 2006 to hear a matter deferred earlier this date due to time constraints and suggested this would be the earliest date the matter could be re-considered by the Committee. At the request of Councillor G. Lorentz, it was agreed that all members of Council be invited and encouraged to attend the May 8 DDAC meeting to hear the evidence presented. Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the decision of the Dog Designation Appeal Committee (DDAC) regarding an appeal filed by Tom Price wherein the Committee affirms the designation of Prohibited Dog applied to `Rocky', a dog owned by Tom Price, be referred back to the May 8, 2006 DDAC meeting to allow consideration of new information provided this date by Mr. Terrence Green, solicitor for Mr. Price." Carried. Mr. Yan Wu, resident, circulated this date an article dated April 5, 2006, as published on the Falun Dafa Association and Clearwisdom website by the Integrated Committee to Investigate the Secret Sujiatun Concentration Camp and The Facts of the Persecution of Falun Gong in China. Mr. Wu asked that Council consider any assistance it may provide in regard to this matter, in light of the serious nature of the alleged incidents involving harvesting organs from live Falun Gong practitioners for transplant. Council directed staff to report to the May 1, 2006 special Council meeting with a draft resolution to request that senior levels of government investigate the issues raised by Mr. Wu. Moved by Councillor J. Gazzola Seconded by Councillor G. Lorentz "That the report of the Development and Technical Services Committee be adopted." Carried. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the report of the Community Services Committee be adopted." Carried. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 115 - CITY OF KITCHENER Moved by Councillor B. Vrbanovic Seconded by Councillor M. Galloway "That the report of the Finance and Corporate Service Committee be adopted. Council was in receipt this date of Chief Administrator's Office report CAO-06-028 (J. Miller) in regard to Clause 9 of the report, which outlines revisions made to Phases 2 and 3 of the Centre Block Citizens' Forum based on input provided by Council at the April 10, 2006 Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic, seconded by Councillor M. Galloway, it was agreed to amend the second paragraph of Clause 9 of the Finance and Corporate Services Committee report by providing that approval of Phases 2 and 3 of the Centre Block Citizens' Forum, as outlined in report CAO-06-025, be amended to incorporate revisions to the public consultation process as outlined in report CAO-06-028. The Finance and Corporate Services Committee report was then voted on clause by clause. Clause 9 -Carried, as Amended. Balance of report -Carried. Moved by Councillor M. Galloway Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the report of Heritage Kitchener be adopted." Carried. At the April 10, 2006 Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting, Councillor M. Galloway gave notice that he would introduce a motion this date to reconsider a previous decision of Council regarding the 2006 budget; listed as Item 7(a) under New Business on the Council agenda this date. In regard to this matter, Council was in receipt this date of a memorandum (P. Houston), dated April 21, 2006, outlining options for allocation of the 2005 year-end operating surplus. Moved by Councillor M. Galloway Seconded by Councillor B. Vrbanovic "WHEREAS the City's 2005 financial statement shows a surplus of $3,366,000; and, WHEREAS at the time the final 2006 Budget was presented for Council's consideration the surplus was estimated at $1,500,000; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council reconsider its motion to adopt the 2006 operating and capital budgets passed on January 30, 2006." Carried Unanimously by all members of Council present, on a recorded vote. Councillor M. Galloway advised that in order to now proceed, notice of a public meeting advising of Council's intent to reconsider the 2006 budget must be given in accordance with regulations under the Municipal Act. Accordingly, a public meeting will be advertised to coincide with the May 8, 2006 Council meeting at which time full discussion and debate of the issue will proceed. Councillor J. Gazzola requested that consideration be given to passing a resolution to request that the senior governments consider revising the system of excise tax on gasoline as it relates to how the tax is calculated and any potential to impose restrictions as to when gasoline prices can be adjusted. Councillor Gazzola expressed concerns with regard to the frequent fluctuations in gas prices, suggesting that prices should be regulated in similar fashion as utilities and hydro. He asked that in addition to senior levels of government, any resolution of Council in regard to this matter be forwarded to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and other municipalities to garner their support. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 116 - CITY OF KITCHENER Mayor C. Zehr questioned if the excise tax is based on the pricing of gasoline on a per gallon /litre basis. Councillor J. Gazzola asked that staff research this matter and report back with a draft resolution. Councillor M. Galloway commented that similar municipal resolutions may have already been brought to the AMO that could be reviewed for their content. Councillor B. Vrbanovic noted that the FCM Annual General Meeting is being held at the end of May and while the deadline for submitting resolutions has passed, a request could be made to have Council's resolution added as an emergency item. Staff were directed to report to the May 1, 2006 special Council meeting with a draft resolution concerning the issues raised by Councillor Gazzola regarding gasoline prices. Councillor G. Lorentz referred to the relocation of the Canada Post Office from is current location at Gaukel Street to 618 King Street East. Councillor Lorentz suggested that the new location was not appropriate, expressing the opinion that the postal office should remain located in a prominent location within the Downtown. He asked that Mayor C. Zehr make inquiries with officials of Canada Post Corporation and / or local MPs to determine if a better location could be found that would better serve the Downtown area. Council agreed to a request of Mr. R. Gosse, City Clerk, to add two additional by-laws for three readings this date, the first being an exemption for Part Lot Control on certain lots on Woodhaven Road; and the second related to Clause 2 of the Development and Technical Services Committee report concerning regulation of setting open air fires. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws, namely: (a) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control -Part of Blocks 2 and 3, Registered Plan 58M-295 - Woodsmere Drive. (b) To further amend By-law No. 88-170, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. (c) To further amend By-law No. 88-171, being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. (d) 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. (e) Being a by-law to amend Chapter 110 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code regarding By-law Enforcement (f) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Activa Avenue as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (g) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. (h) Being a by-law to regulate open air burning in the City of Kitchener. (i) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control -Part of Block B, Registered Plan 849 -Woodhaven Road. 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 M. Galloway as Chair. On motion, the Council rose from the Committee of the Whole and Mayor C. Zehr occupied the Chair. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 117 - CITY OF KITCHENER Moved by Councillor M. Galloway 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." Carried. Moved by Councillor G. Lorentz Seconded by Councillor J. Smola "That the by-laws listed on the agenda for third reading, namely: (a) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control -Part of Blocks 2 and 3, Registered Plan 58M-295 - Woodsmere Drive. tBy-law No. 2006-89) (b) To further amend By-law No. 88-170, being a by-law to prohibit unauthorized parking of motor vehicles on private property. tBy-law No. 2006-90) (c) To further amend By-law No. 88-171, being a by-law to designate private roadways as fire routes and to prohibit parking thereon. tBy-law No. 2006-91) (d) 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. tBy-law No. 2006-92) (e) Being a by-law to amend Chapter 110 of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code regarding By-law Enforcement tBy-law No. 2006-93) (f) Being a by-law to provide for the establishing and laying out of part of Activa Avenue as a public highway in the City of Kitchener. (g) To confirm all actions and proceedings of the Council. (h) Being a by-law to regulate open air burning in the City of Kitchener. tBy-law No. 2006-94) tBy-law No. 2006-95) tBy-law No. 2006-96) (i) Being a by-law to exempt certain lots from Part Lot Control -Part of Block B, Registered Plan 849 -Woodhaven Road. tBy-law No. 2006-97) be taken as read a third time, be finally passed and numbered serially by the Clerk." Carried. On motion, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 11$ - CITY OF KITCHENER MAYOR CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 119 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE - 1. That the closure of a portion of Irvin Street, namely, Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-8232 that was taken as a road widening as part of Zone Change Application 91/19/I/JW be approved, and that Legal Services be instructed to proceed with the preparation of the by-law, the necessary advertising in the newspaper, the conveyance of the said portion of Irvin St to the registered owner of 48 Irvin Street at no cost to the registered owner; and further, That during the next update of the City's Official Plan, Appendix D be revised to remove the requirement fora 20 metre right of way on Irvin Street. 2. That a By-law to regulate the setting of open air fires as attached to Development and Technical Services Report DTS-06-049 be adopted. 3. That the standard sidewalk requirement for Plan of Subdivision 30T-98204 (Woodhurst Court), be waived in favour of a modified sidewalk location as set out in Development and Technical Services Report DTS-06-068, dated March 29, 2006; and, That the subdivider provide a Letter of Credit (LC) equal to the difference in costs between the modified sidewalk installation and the cost of installing a required sidewalk in the normal boulevard location across the front of the lots on Woodhurst Court; and further, That the LC is to be applied to a use that is agreed upon between the new residential owners of the lots on the Court and the City. 4. That staff proceed with initiating development applications (City-initiated Zone Change and potential Municipal Plan Amendment), on lands owned by Weber Supply Inc. and municipally known as 675 Queen Street S. and 48 Woodside Avenue with the intent to consider removing heavier industrial uses and the addition of business office, retail and other appropriate uses along with consideration of the future use of an approximately 10.62m wide portion of land at the current westerly limit of the adjacent property (municipally known as part of 52 Woodside Avenue); and further, That staff bring forward the appropriate amendments for the consideration of Council. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE - 1. That aone-time grant in the amount of $1000. ($500. cash and $500. in-kind services for transportation of topsoil and sod stripping), be approved to the J. Steckle Heritage Homestead Garden Group, to cover costs related to the start-up of the J. Steckle Heritage Homestead Community Garden. 2. That the Waterloo Rugby Football Club, be approved as an affiliated minor sport group under the City of Kitchener Minor Sport Affiliation policy; and further, That the Waterloo Rugby Football Club, be approved as an insured group under the City of Kitchener Minor Sports Third Party Liability Insurance program. 3. That a one time Community Development Infrastructure Program (CDIP) grant in the amount of $12,700., be approved to the Centre for Research and Education in Human Services, to cover costs associated with conducting a community needs and resource assessment for the Paulander Drive community, as outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-06- 048. 4. That an over expenditure of the 2006 Special Events Operating Budget in the amount of $20,000. ($10,000. cash and $10,000. in-kind services), be approved to assist Kitchener Blues Community Inc., with costs related to providing the 2006 Blues Brews and BBQ's Festival. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 120 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE - 1. That the City of Kitchener has no objection to a liquor licence being issued to the Holy Spirit Festival Association of Kitchener-Waterloo for an event to be held on June 9-11, 2006 at 1548 Fischer-Hallman Road East, Kitchener; and further, That this event be declared a "Community Festival" for the purpose of applying for a liquor licence, since this is a traditional Portuguese celebration of their heritage and promotes unity and understanding within our community. 2. That the Greek Orthodox Community of Saints Peter and Paul Church Kitchener-Waterloo & District, be granted permission to operate a Place of Refreshment on their premises at 527 Bridgeport Road East, Kitchener on June 10 & 11, 2006 provided the necessary licence is obtained, including Health and Fire approval; and further, That since this Festival is a celebration of our ethnic diversity it be declared a "Community Festival". 3. That the request of the 32"d Kitchener Scouts group to operate a refreshment stand at the annual Country Hills Recreation Association Family Fun Day on April 23, 2006 at 100 Rittenhouse Road be approved, provided the necessary licence, including Health and Fire approvals, is obtained. 4. That the licence fee for the Herb Fair and Perennial Exchange on April 29, 2006 and the Heart and HandWerk Event on September 16, 2006 taking place at the Joseph Schneider Haus, 433 Queen Street South, Kitchener, be reduced to $37.40 for each event. 5. That the request of the Forest Heights Community Centre to operate a barbecue at 1700 Queen's Blvd. on June 10, 2006 be approved, provided the necessary licence, including Health and Fire approvals, is obtained. 6. That Homeniuk Rides Inc. be granted permission to operate a Midway at the Optimist Sports Park, 120 Pioneer Drive on May 25-28, 2006, subject to the following: Date of O eration Hours of O eration Thursda , Ma 25 3:30 m - 10:00 m Frida , Ma 26 3:30 m - 10:00 m Saturda , Ma 27 10:00 am - 11:00 m Sunda , Ma 28 Noon - 9:00 m That the music at the Midway be turned down at 8:00 p.m. excepting those evenings preceding a school day when it shall be turned off at 9:00 p.m.; and, That the music be turned off one hour before closing time on the evenings preceding anon- school day; and further, That the required licence be obtained prior to operating the Midway. 7. That Homeniuk Rides Inc. be granted permission to operate a Midway at Zellers, 245 Strasburg Road, from May 31 to June 4, 2006, subject to the following: Hours of operation; and, Date Start Close Wednesda , Ma 31 3:30 m 10:00 m Thursda ,June 1 3:30 m 10:00 m Frida ,June 2 3:30 m 11:00 m Saturda ,June 3 10:00 am 11:00 m Sunda ,June 4 Noon 9:00 m COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 121 - CITY OF KITCHENER REPORTS ADOPTED BY COUNCIL FINANCE AND CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE - 7. (Cont'd) That the music at the Midway be turned down at 8:00 p.m. excepting those evenings preceding a school day when it shall be turned off at 8:00 p.m.; and, That the music be turned off one hour before closing time on the evenings preceding anon- school day; and, That the required licence be obtained prior to operating the Midway. 8. That approval be granted to sports organizations that are holding tournaments, during the months May through November, 2006 and have received Field Rental Permits/contracts from Community Services at the sports fields listed on Schedule `A" attached to Corporate Services Department Report CRPS-06-058; to run a concession which may include the sale of hamburgers, hot dogs, pop, water, packaged foods, etc. as well as souvenirs, provided the necessary licence, including Health and Fire approval, is obtained. 9. That staff proceed with the Phase 1: Pre-Forum Public Consultation (April 14 -May 16, 2006) portion of the Centre Block Citizens' Forum, as outlined in Chief Administrator's Office report CAO-06-025; and further, That Phases 2 and 3 of the Centre Block Citizens' Forum, as outlined in Chief Administrator's Office report CAO-06-025 be endorsed, as amended to incorporate revisions to the public consultation process based on Council input outlined in report CAO-06-028. (As Amended) 10. That no consideration be given, at this time, to increasing the budget for the Employee Recognition Program, as outlined in Chief Administrator's Office report CAO-06-024; and further, That staff present a report at the May 1, 2006 Finance and Corporate Services Committee meeting on the process and timing for an employee survey. 11. That a by-law be enacted to amend Chapter 665 (Property Standards) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code to require unused or abandoned swimming pools to be drained and kept clear of stagnant water and/or be filled in as required. 12. That up to $70,000 be allocated from the Economic Development Investment Fund for the completion of a boundary and condition survey together with a Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment on the City owned property known as Water Street South -Lot 3, King Street West -Lot 6 and Hall's Lane -Lot 16. HERITAGE KITCHENER - 1. That pursuant to Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application HPA 2006-IV-003 (748 Zeller Drive) be approved, to permit the construction of aone-storey frame addition to the rear of the existing farmhouse and to replace the existing asphalt shingles on the rear veranda roof with cedar shingles as shown on the design drawings as attached to Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-063. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 122 - 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. Execution of Engineering Agreement - Lotco 11 Limited It was resolved: "That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement satisfactory to the City Solicitor for the provision of professional engineering services made between the City of Kitchener and KMK Consultants Limited, regarding Armenian Court, Draft Plan #30T-05203." 2. Dog Designation Appeal Committee Decisions -Various It was noted that the appeal by Tom Price in respect to the designation applied to his dog "Rocky" was dealt with under Delegations. It was resolved: "That the decision of the Dog Designation Appeal Committee regarding an appeal filed by Bruce Boyd wherein the Committee hereby affirms the designation of Prohibited Dog applied to `Juvenile', a dog owned by Bruce Boyd pending the receipt of documentation at the June 19, 2006 Committee meeting establishing 'Juvenile' as being a registered Staffordshire Terrier with the Canadian Kennel Club, be ratified and confirmed." -and- "That the decision of the Dog Designation Appeal Committee regarding an appeal filed by Chris Jodouin wherein the Committee hereby affirms the designations of Prohibited Dogs applied to `Rex', 'Chopper' and 'Smallz', all owned by Chris Jodouin, be ratified and confirmed." -and- "That the decision of the Dog Designation Appeal Committee regarding an appeal filed by Jamie McMahon wherein the Committee hereby substitutes the designation of Prohibited Dog and applies the designation of Restricted Dog to `Montana', a dog owned by Jamie McMahon, be ratified and confirmed." 3. Request to Operate Hot Dog Carts - 273 Stoke Drive 1112 Wexford Crescent - During Community Garage Sale - Mav 6, 2006 It was resolved: "That the request of Les Halat to operate two hot dog carts at 273 Stoke Drive and 112 Wexford Crescent during the annual Community Garage Sale on May 6, 2006, be approved, provided the necessary licence is obtained including Health and Fire approvals." 4. Various Tenders Dealt with under Delegations. COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2006 - 123 - CITY OF KITCHENER COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE B. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS - (CONT'D) 5. Applications for Cancellation, Refund, Reduction or Levv of Taxes Council considered Financial Services Department report FIN-06-013 (P. Houston), dated April 13, 2006. It was resolved: "That pursuant to Section 357 of the Municipal Act, the applications to City Council for cancellation, reduction, refund or levy of taxes, totaling $40,167.54, as attached to Financial Services Department report FIN-06-013, be approved." 6. Tri-Pride Community Association -Request to Sell Refreshments and Operate Beer Tent -Victoria Park Island -June 4.2006 Council considered Corporate Services Department report CRPS-06-064 (P. Harris dated April 13, 2006. It was resolved: "That the request of the Tri-Pride Community Association to locate a beer tent in Victoria Park for the Tri-Pride Celebration on June 4, 2006 be approved; and, That the Tri-Pride Community Association be permitted to invite a maximum of 40 food and merchandise vendors to sell in Victoria Park during the Tri-Pride Day Celebration on June 4, 2006, provided the necessary licence is obtained; and, That the Tri-Pride Community Association be granted an exemption from Chapter 450 (Noise) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code in conjunction with an event at Victoria Park on June 4, 2006; and, That the Tri-Pride Community Association comply with Chapter 502 (Adult Entertainment Parlours); and further, That since this event is a celebration of community harmony and diversity, it be designated as an event of `municipal significance' for the purpose of applying for a liquor licence."