That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the delegation of Jim McEwen for an additional 5 minutes.
Jim McEwen expressed concerns regarding the lack of discussion on pedestrian movements along both shoulders of Bowmanville Avenue, between Longworth Avenue and Stevens Road, and noted the absence of a cumulative traffic impact analysis. Jim suggested that Clarington retain its own traffic consultant to review all development proposals within the Brookhill area, emphasizing that the Traffic Impact Analysis conducted for the Brookhill Secondary Plan Update was completed without knowledge of the total number of new residential units proposed. J. McEwen also expressed concerns about the Hydrogeological Report prepared by Palmer, stating it lacked consideration of potential well interference at the Linden Lane community. Jim noted that three properties on Linden Lane, including his own, rely on the deep aquifer for potable water, while one relies on the upper water table, and pointed out that there are no nearby watermains available should the wells be impacted. J. McEwen stressed the importance of future well monitoring during construction and recommended that well monitoring be included as a draft plan condition. Jim further requested that the municipality require a letter of credit specific to well interference as part of the draft plan conditions. J. McEwen questioned how the diversion of 0.64 hectares of drainage area from the Bowmanville Creek watershed to the Brookhill Creek watershed is possible, given that the land slopes from Bowmanville Avenue toward Bowmanville Creek and answered questions from Members of Committee.
Jim Derlatka was present and noted that he had delegated at the Public Meeting in January. Jim thanked Staff for reducing the number of units within the proposed development by 50%. J. Derlatka questioned whether the community efforts, such as door knocking and petitions, had contributed to the reduction, and if so, whether a similar approach could be used as a formula to reduce residential unit counts in future developments. Jim answered questions from Members of Committee.
Thorsten Kosek was present and suggested the use of artificial intelligence tools to help residents identify elements of development proposals that may not align with best practices. T. Kosek expressed concern that the traffic study was conducted during the pandemic, potentially affecting its accuracy, and emphasized that any safety concerns raised should be reviewed by qualified experts. Thorsten also noted that wildlife studies may not have included all relevant species and answered questions from Members of Committee.
Mark Jacobs, Associate, The Biglieri Group, was present on behalf of Tribute Communities. Using an electronic presentation, Mark provided an overview of the site and surrounding area, planning policy context, and Brookhill Neighbourhood Secondary Plan. M. Jacobs outlined the revisions in the proposed development since January 2025, conceptual renderings, medium-density corridor concept plan, proposed zoning regulations, and answered questions from Members of Committee.
The Public Meetings concluded at 7:54 p.m.