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Council Minutes

Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
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Council Members (in Chambers or MS Teams) | Members of the Public (MS Teams)
Present Were:
  • Mayor A. Foster,
  • Councillor G. Anderson,
  • Councillor R. Hooper,
  • Councillor J. Jones,
  • Councillor J. Neal,
  • Councillor C. Traill,
  • and Councillor M. Zwart
Staff Present:
  • A. Allison,
  • G. Acorn,
  • S. Brake,
  • -,
  • R. Maciver,
  • M. Marano,
  • T. Pinn,
  • G. Weir,
  • M. Chambers,
  • and J. Gallagher

Mayor Foster called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Councillor Neal led the meeting in a moment of reflection.

Councillor Neal recited the Land Acknowledgement Statement.

Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Item 1a of the General Government Committee Report (Minutes of the Bowmanville Business Improvement Area dated September 15, 2020).

Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Item 5 of the General Committee Report (Report LGS-003-20 December Parking)

Members of Council announced upcoming community events and matters of community interest.

  • Suspend the Rules

    Resolution #C-458-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add Dave Bass as a delegation to the Agenda.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-459-20
    Moved byCouncillor Traill
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Council held on November 2-3,2020, be approved.

    Carried

John Henry, Regional Chair, Regional Municipality of Durham, was present via electronic means to address the Members of Council and citizens on 2020 Regional activities and provided an overview of the 2020 Regional initiatives.  He made a verbal presentation to accompany a video.  Chair Henry thanked the Members of Council for the opportunity to provide the presentation and the Mayor and Regional Councillor's for being on the Regional Committees.  Chair Henry highlighted the key accomplishments in Clarington which included the GO Lakeshore East Extension becoming closer to a reality, Durham Region Transit On Demand Services, Durham Region Farm Fresh supporting agriculture communities, and recent announcements for Provincial and Federal funding for broadband improvements to improve broadband throughout the Region.  He noted that this is the first year that the annual update is coming in the form of a video and stated that he hoped everyone enjoys the presentation Link to Video Presentation.  Chair Henry thanked the Bowmanville Hospital for working towards the potential expansion along with Clarington Hospice.  He added that Clarington is still very much open for business.  Chair Henry concluded by thanking the first responders, day care and health care workers and the Clarington residents for following the regulations for COVID-19.  He encouraged the residents to continue to shop local and order curb side pick ups whenever possible.  Chair Henry thanked the Member of Council and wished everyone all the best for the holiday season.

Laurel Kahler was present via electronic means regarding Agenda Item 14.1, reducing the Speed Limit in the Northglen Community.  She explained that she moved from Toronto to Bowmanville and quickly discovered that the speeding in her neighbourhood was an issue. Ms. Kahler noted that she has been in contact with Members of Council and Staff.  She was provided a Traffic Study from February 2019 which she believes it no longer valid.  Ms. Kahler explained that Staff advised her that a By-law would be required to lower the speed limit.  She noted that there are no stop signs on her street which results in excessive speeding.  Ms. Kahler believes the 50 kilometers per hour in  a residential area is too high and would like to see the speed limits lowered to 35-40 kilometers per hour.  She continued by requesting that speed bumps and stop signs be installed on William Fair Drive, that their be a dedicated school bus zone, lines painted on the road at the stop signs on Kenneth Cole Drive, and and updated Traffic Study.  Ms. Kahler concluded that after 15 months she have been advised a video speed sign will be installed on William Fair Drive.  She answered questions from the Members of Council. 

Laura Markovic was present via electronic means regarding Public Access to Municipal Property east of Mearns Avenue at Longworth Avenue. She advised Council that she is a local resident and expressed her concerns regarding a matter that was brought before Council at the September 28, 2020 General Government Committee meeting which resulted in a fence being installed at the east end of Longworth Avenue.  Ms. Markovic noted that the majority of the residents in the area do not support the decision to install the fence and feels the decision was made based on the request of two homeowners.  She responded to the concerns raised by some of the residents which included garbage, parties, access to the storm water pond, trespassing and ATV's being used in the area.  Ms. Markovic explained that this area is used and maintained by many of the area residents as an unofficial trail and they take pride in the care of this greenspace.  She believes fencing off the area will result in teenagers taking the train tracks and noted that she has never been disturbed by any parties being held in this area.  Ms. Markovic is concerned that a decision was made basis of the opinions of two of the 22 homeowners in the area.

  • Suspend the Rules

    Resolution #C-460-20
    Moved byCouncillor Anderson
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the delegation of Laura Markovic be extended for an additional two minutes.

    Carried

    Ms. Markovic continued by listing her recommendations for the fence at the east of Longworth Avenue:

    • Open the entrance at Longworth Avenue and remove the trespassing signs
    • Remove the fencing entirely
    • Repair the fence along the train tracks
    • Install no dumping signs
    • Install storm water pond warning signs
    • Install no motorized vehicle signs
    • Install LED light posts at the entrances
    • Plant trees for privacy
    • Install signs advising to keep pets on leashes

    She concluded by asking the Members of Council to consider these requests.  Ms. Markovic answered questions from the Member of Council.


Carl Van Belle was present via electronic means regarding the Proposed Motion to Remove the Greenbelt Condition on Ministerial Zoning Order for 2423 Rundle Road, Bowmanville.  He explained that he is the owner of Van Belle's and lives directly beside his business.  Mr. Van Belle advised that they received notice to provide comments regarding a proposed Ministerial Zoning Order for 2423 Rundle Road, Bowmanville.  He added that he then proceeded to speak to both Staff and a Member of Council.  Mr. Van Belle explained that, after speaking with Staff, he felt his questions were answered sufficiently and did not feel the need to attend the meeting.  He continued by stating that, after the meeting, he was advised additional amendments were added to review and include this area in the Greenbelt.  Mr. Van Belle stated that, after he received this information, he called his local Councillors and the Mayor and was advised that this resolution was sent to Minister Steve Clark.  He was advised that this was only a review but still has concerns that 200+ properties were added in one zoning change. Mr. Van Belle expressed his concerns with transparency and accountability and believes they were not given enough time to digest the amendment.  He added that proper notice and consultation should have been given.  Mr. Van Belle explained that a meeting of the homeowners took place and a petition of the homeowners concerns was submitted to the Municipality.  He stated that Staff have a responsibility to consult with the property owners and that he believes that the properties being added to the Greenbelt will limit existing property owners. Mr. Van Belle concluded by asking for the letter to the Minister to be recalled and for Paragraph three to be deleted.

Jim Hamilton was present via electronic means regarding Agenda the Proposed Motion to Remove the Greenbelt Condition on Ministerial Zoning Order for 2423 Rundle Road, Bowmanville.  He explained that he is the owner of Welcome Feeds and has been at their current location for 11 years after applying for a Zoning By‑law amendment.  Mr. Hamilton is asking for Paragraph 3 to be rescinded and for the Ministerial Zoning Order (MZO) to be resubmitted with no amendments.  He stated that he is concerned with the lack of public consultation, transparency and public consultation and does not feel that 200+ properties should be impacted by this MZO. Mr. Hamilton added that if the Greenbelt condition is added it will drastically reduce the property values.  He concluded by asking the Members of Council to reconsider the MZO without any amendments. Mr. Hamilton answered questions from the Member of Council.

Dave Bass was present via electronic means regarding reducing speed limits on residential streets.  He thanked the Members of Council for allowing him to speak as a delegation.  Mr. Bass explained that he is asking for the speed limit to be reduced on Granville Drive in Courtice.  He explained that this is a newer community and the speeding has become increasingly worse since 2014.  Mr. Bass explained that an electronic speed sign with temporarily installed but he does not believe the results were accurate as it stated the average speed was 36 kilometers per hour.  He noted the residents in the area are concerned with speeding and they have tried to install their own signs, which were removed.  Ms. Bass explained they have tried to speak to their neighbours and even park on the road to make people slow down.  He requested that a stop sign be installed at William Ingles Drive and Granville Drive.  Mr. Bass believes that putting up stop signs and posting a lower speed limit will help to reduce the speed. He concluded by advising the Members of Council that these changes will reduce speeding in the area and prevent any accidents.  Mr. Bass answered questions from the Member of Council.

  • Alter the Agenda

    Resolution #C-461-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That the Agenda be altered to consider Agenda Item 14.1 - Laurel Kahler regarding Reducing the Speed Limit in the Northglen Community, Item 13.3 - Proposed Motion regarding Public Access to Municipal Property, and Item 13.1 - Proposed Motion to Remove the Greenbelt Condition, at this time.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-469-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That Communication Item 9.1 - Petition regarding the Removal of the Greenbelt Condition for the Ministerial Zoning Order for 2423 Rundle Road, Bowmanville and Communication Item 9.2 - Petition regarding the Removal of the fence at Mearns Avenue at Longworth, be received for information; and

    That the submitters of the petitions be advised of actions taken regarding the respective matters.

     

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-470-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That Communication Item 9.3, be received for information.

    Referred
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-471-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-470-20 be referred to the end of the Agenda to be considered during Closed Session.

  • Resolution #C-472-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That Communication Items 10.1 to 10.8 be be approved on consent with the exceptions of Items 10.1, 10.6, 10.7, and 10.8 as follows:

    That Correspondence Item 10.2 from Chris Darling, Chief Administrative Officer, CLOCA, regarding Bill 229, An Act to Implement Budget Measures and to Enact, Amend and Repeal Various Statutes, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington.

    That Correspondence Item 10.3 from Linda J. Laliberte, CAO/Secretary/Treasurer, Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, regarding Bill 229 Section 6, Proposed Amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act, be endorsed by the Municipality of Clarington.

    That Correspondence Item 10.4 from Memo from Trevor Pinn, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer regarding ONE JIB Investment Returns, be referred to the consideration of Item 6 of the General Government Committee Report.

    That Correspondence Item 10.5 from Devon Daniell, Kaitlin Corporation, Regarding Report PSD-051-20 Update to Jury Lands (Camp 30) and Draft Amendment No. 121 to the Clarington Official Plan, be referred to the consideration of Item 2 of the Planning and Development Committee Report.

     

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-473-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That Correspondence Item 10.1, Memo from Steve Brake, Director of Public Works regarding Found Farm Road Closure – Additional Information, be referred to the consideration of Item 13 of the General Government Committee Report. 

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-474-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Traill

    That Correspondence Item 10.6 from Melissa Knight regarding Public Access to Municipal Property east of Mearns Avenue at Longworth Avenue, be received for information and Ms. Knight be advised of the actions taken on Item 13.3.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-475-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That the Correspondence from Jim Hamilton regarding Council's Support of Resolution #C-418-20, regarding the Ministerial Zoning Order to Change the Zoning of 2423 Rundle Road Bowmanville, be received for information and Mr. Hamilton be advised of the actions taken on Item 13.1.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-476.20
    Moved byCouncillor Zwart
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That Correspondence Item 10.8 from Wendy Bracken regarding a Discrepancy in Dioxin and Furan's between Dillon Consulting 's Presentation and the Posted DYEC Reports be referred to the December 7, 2020 Planning and Development Committee meeting.

    Carried
Councillor R. Hooper left the meeting at 10:11 PM.
Councillor R. Hooper joined the meeting at 10:15 PM.
Councillor R. Hooper left the meeting at 10:15 PM.
Councillor C. Traill left the meeting at 10:15 PM.
Councillor R. Hooper joined the meeting at 10:16 PM.
Councillor C. Traill joined the meeting at 10:16 PM.
  • Resolution #C-478-20
    Moved byCouncillor Zwart
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That the recommendations contained in the General Government Committee Report of November 9, 2020, be approved on consent, with the exception of items 1a, 5, 3, 4, 6 and 8.

    Carried
  • Item 1a - Minutes of the Bowmanville Business Improvement Area dated September 15, 2020

    Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Communication Item 1a of the General Government Committee Report as he is a member of the Bowmanville Business Improvement Area. Councillor Hooper muted his video and audio and refrained from discussion on this matter.

    Resolution #C-479-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That the Minutes of the Bowmanville Business Improvement Area dated September 15, 2020, be received for information. 

    Carried
  • Item 5 - December Parking

    Councillor Hooper declared a direct interest in Item 5 of the General Government Committee Report (Report LGS-003-20) as he is a member of the Bowmanville Business Improvement Area. Councillor Hooper muted his audio and video and refrained from discussion on this matter.

    Resolution #C-480-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That Report LGS-003-20 be received;

    That courtesy parking for Downtown Bowmanville be provided for the month of December 2020;

    That Staff will work with the Bowmanville BIA to develop a further parking recommendations for downtown Bowmanville; and

    That all interested parties listed in Report LGS-003-20 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.

    Carried as Amended
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-481-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Zwart

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-480-20 by amending Paragraph 2 as follows:

    "That the words "for the month of December 2020" be replaced with the words "until March 15, 2021"; and

    That the word "time limited" be inserted in front of the word "courtesy"."

    Yes (3)Councillor Jones, Councillor Neal, and Councillor Traill
    No (3)Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, and Councillor Zwart
    Motion Lost on a recorded vote (3 to 3)
  • Councillor Traill left the meeting due to technical issues.

    Amendment:
    Resolution #C-482-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-480-20 by amending Paragraph 2 as follows:

    "That the words "for the month of December 2020" be replaced with the words "until February 15, 2021"; and

    That the word "time limited" be inserted in front of the word "courtesy"."

    Yes (4)Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
    No (1)Councillor Zwart
    Absent (2)Councillor Hooper, and Councillor Traill
    Carried on a recorded vote (4 to 1)

    The foregoing Resolution #C-480-20 was then carried as amended on a recorded vote.

    Councillor Traill returned to the meeting. 

    Councillor Hooper returned to the meeting.


  • Recess

    Resolution #C-483-20
    Moved byCouncillor Anderson
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That the Council recess for five minutes to allow for Staff to ensure all Members of Council are connected remotely to the meeting.

    Carried

    The meeting reconvened at 10:18 p.m. with Mayor Foster in the Chair.


  • Item 3 - Delegation of Patrick McNeil, Chair of the Board of Directors, Elexicon Corporation, Lesley Gallinger, President & Chief Executive Officer, Elexicon Energy, and Karen Fisher, Interim President & CEO, Elexicon Group, Regarding Elexicon Update

    Resolution #C-484-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That the Delegation of Patrick McNeil, Chair of the Board of Directors, Elexicon Corporation, Lesley Gallinger, President & Chief Executive Officer, Elexicon Energy, and Karen Fisher, Interim President & CEO, Elexicon Group, regarding Elexicon Update, be received with thanks.

    Carried
  • Item 4 - Orono Town Hall Elevator Project – Additional Funding

    Resolution #C-485-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Zwart

    That Report CSD-012-20 be received; and

    That additional funds as indicated in Report CSD-012-20 be approved.

    Carried
  • Item 6 - Investment Options Update

    Resolution #C-486-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That Report FND-038-20 be referred to the November 30, 2020 General Government Committee meeting.

    Carried
  • Item 8 - Emergency Services Master Plan Update

    Resolution #C-487-20
    Moved byCouncillor Hooper
    Seconded byCouncillor Zwart

    That Report FND-040-20 be received;

    That Pomax Consulting Inc. with a bid amount of $69,400.32 (net HST rebate), providing the lowest overall cost and meeting the passing threshold and all terms, conditions and specifications of RFP2020-8, be awarded the contract for the provision of Consulting Services as required to complete the Fire Master Plan Update;

    That the funds required for this project in the total amount of $69,400.32 (net HST rebate) is in the approved budget allocation as provided, be funded from the following account; and

    Description

    Account Number

    Amount

    EMS-Admin.-Consulting

    100-28-280-00000-7160

    $69,400

    That all interested parties listed in Report FND-040-20 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.

    Yes (5)Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Traill, and Councillor Zwart
    No (2)Councillor Jones, and Councillor Neal
    Carried on a recorded vote (5 to 2)
  • Resolution #C-488-20
    Moved byCouncillor Anderson
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the recommendations contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report of November 16, 2020 be approved on consent, with the exception of items 1a, 1b, and 2.

    Carried
  • Item 1a - Memo from Amy Burke, Acting Manager of Special Projects, Regarding PM2.5 Monitoring at St. Marys Cement – Bowmanville Site

    Resolution #C-489-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Zwart

    That the Memo from Amy Burke, Acting Manager of Special Projects, Regarding PM2.5 Monitoring at St. Marys Cement – Bowmanville Site, be received for information.

    Carried
  • Item 1b - Correspondence from Ravi Mahabir, Partner, Dillon Consulting Limited, Responding to Wendy Bracken’s Concerns Regarding a Discrepancy in Dioxin Furan Between Dillon Consulting’s Presentation and Posted DYEC Reports

    Resolution #C-490-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the Correspondence from Ravi Mahabir, Partner, Dillon Consulting Limited, Responding to Wendy Bracken’s Concerns Regarding a Discrepancy in Dioxin Furan Between Dillon Consulting’s Presentation and Posted DYEC Reports, be received for information.

    Referred
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-491-20
    Moved byCouncillor Zwart
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-490-20 be referred to Staff.

    Carried
  • Item 2 - Update on Jury Lands (Camp 30) and Draft Amendment No. 121 to the Clarington Official Plan

    Resolution #C-492-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That Report PSD-051-20 be received;

    That the Community Vision for Jury Lands, Urban Design Master Plan + Design Guidelines for former Ontario Boys Training School and WWII Prison of War Camp 30 by DTAH dated April 2019 be accepted;

    That Official Plan Amendment 121 and the Block Master Plan implement the Community Vision by DTAH;

    That Official Plan Amendment 121 prohibit private residential development buildings within the ring road of the Jury Lands;

    That the consulting team for Soper Hills Secondary Plan be retained to assist with refining draft Official Plan Amendment No 121;

    That Staff continue to work with the land owners on other issues to be brought forward a subsequent report; and

    That all interested parties listed in Report PSD-051-20 and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.

    Carried Later in the Meeting, see following motion
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-493-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-492-20 be amended by adding the following:

    "That Council appoint an ad hoc committee consisting of staff, 3 members of council, and a member of the Jury Lands Foundation to negotiate in earnest with the owner of the lands to attempt to resolve any issues such that the land can be conveyed from the owner, along with a payment of funds as previously agreed to."

     

    Motion Withdrawn, Motion Divided
  • Suspend the Rules

    Resolution #C-494-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting for an additional hour.

    Carried

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-492-20 was then put to a vote an carried. 


  • Resolution #C-495-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That the recommendations and minutes contained in the Audit Committee meeting of November 16, 2020 be approved.

    Carried

None

  • Resolution #C-467-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That, in accordance with subsection 10.12.17 of the Procedural By-Law, Resolution #C-418-20, regarding Council’s support of the Ministerial Zoning Order to change the zoning of 2423 Rundle Road Bowmanville, previously adopted by Council at the Special Council Meeting of October 26, 2020, be amended to delete Paragraph 3, which reads:

    “That the Province commit to reviewing the lands south of
    Highway 2 between Hwy 418 and Maple Grove Road for inclusion in the Greenbelt based on their contributions to the systems of agriculture, natural heritage and water resources”

    That the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised of:

    (i) the foregoing deletion;

    (ii) that the letter dated October 27, 2020 which was forwarded to the Minister regarding Resolution C-418-20 is withdrawn and rescinded; and

    (iii) a replacement letter be sent advising the Minister of Resolution C-418-20, but not containing the language in the foregoing paragraph requesting the Province to review the said lands for inclusion in the Greenbelt.

    Yes (7)Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Jones, Councillor Neal, Councillor Traill, and Councillor Zwart
    Carried on a Recorded Vote Later in the Meeting, See following Motions (7 to 0)
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-468-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Traill

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-467-20 be amended with the following changes to Paragraph 2 (ii):

    "That the words "letter dated October 27, 2020 which was forwarded to the Minister regarding Resolution C-418-20 is" be replaced with the word "letters which were forwarded to the Minister regarding Resolution

    C-418‑20 be"

    Carried

    The foregoing Resolution #C-467-20 was then carried as amended on a recorded vote.


  • Resolution #C-496-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Jones

    That, in accordance with subsection 10.12.17 of the Procedural By-Law, Resolution #C-418-20, regarding Council’s support of the Ministerial Zoning Order to change the zoning of 2423 Rundle Road Bowmanville, previously adopted by Council at the Special Council Meeting of October 26, 2020, be amended to remove the conditions of support by deleting Paragraphs 2, and 4, which read:

    That the applicant carrying out the necessary studies and implementing the recommended works from:

      • Traffic Study;
      • Hydrological/Hydrogeological study;
      • Environmental Impact Study;
      • Servicing Study; and
      • Storm water management plan;

    That should the Bowmanville site be redeveloped, the applicant commit that 25% of the units be developed as affordable housing units (for low income families).

    That the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised of:

    (i) the foregoing deletion;

    (ii) that the letter dated October 27, 2020 which was forwarded to the Minister regarding Resolution C-418-20 is withdrawn and rescinded; and

    (iii) a replacement letter be sent advising the Minister of Resolution C-418-20, as amended above.

    Referred
  • Closed Session

    Resolution #C-497-20
    Moved byCouncillor Anderson
    Seconded byCouncillor Hooper

    That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing two matters that deal with the following:

    • a matter that deals with litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality of local board; and
    • a matter that deals with advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.
    Carried

    Rise and Report

    The meeting resumed in open session at 12:10 p.m.

    Mayor Foster advised that two item was discussed in “closed” session in accordance with Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and one resolution was passed on a procedural matter and one resolution was passed to provide direction to staff.


  • Resolution #C-498-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That Item 13.2 regarding Motion to Amend Something Previously Adopted (Proposed Motion to Remove All Remaining Conditions), be referred to the December 14, 2020 Council meeting.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-499-20
    Moved byCouncillor Zwart
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That foregoing resolution #C-471-20 be amended as follows:

    "That a Special Planning and Development Committee Meeting be scheduled to discuss the litigation matter."
    .

    Carried

    The foregoing Resolution C-471-20 was then put to a vote and carried as amended.


  • Suspend the Rules

    Resolution #C-500-20
    Moved byCouncillor Hooper
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to extend the meeting for an additional 5 minutes.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-464-20
    Moved byCouncillor Anderson
    Seconded byCouncillor Zwart

    That, in accordance with subsection 10.12.17 of the Procedural By-Law, Resolution #GG-325-20 from the General Government Committee meeting of September 28, 2020, regarding public access to municipal property east of Mearns Avenue at Longworth Avenue, previously adopted by Council at the Council Meeting of November 2, 2020, be amended to replace Paragraph 6, which reads:

    “That Staff install signage, similar to the signage in place on the fence at Mearns/Longworth, indicating the property is Municipal/EP property and that no trespassing is permitted;”

    With the following paragraphs:

    “That the gate be removed from the chain link fence installed at the terminus of Longworth Avenue, east of Crough Street;

    That Public Works Staff be directed to install a removable bollard inside the opening in the chain link fence to deter entry by motorized vehicles;

    That existing signage posted on the chain link fence be removed and replaced with signage to indicate that motorized vehicles are prohibited, and users enter at their own risk;”

    Yes (7)Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Hooper, Councillor Jones, Councillor Neal, Councillor Traill, and Councillor Zwart
    Carried on a Recorded Vote Later in the Meeting, See following Motions (7 to 0)
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-465-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Traill

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-464-20 be amended by adding the following at the end:

    "That Staff report back regarding installing stairs going into the ravine near Mearns Avenue and Longworth Avenue."

    Yes (4)Councillor Anderson, Councillor Jones, Councillor Neal, and Councillor Traill
    No (3)Mayor Foster, Councillor Hooper, and Councillor Zwart
    Carried on a recorded vote (4 to 3)
  • Recess

    Resolution #C-466-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That the Council recess for 10 minutes to ensure all Members of Council are connected remotely to the meeting.

    Carried

    The meeting reconvened 9:12 p.m. with Mayor Foster in the Chair.

    The foregoing Resolution #C-464-20 was then carried as amended on a recorded vote.


  • Resolution #C-462-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That the delegations of Laurel Kahler and Dave Bass, be received with thanks;

    That Staff report back to the February 16, 2021 General Government Committee Meeting on decreasing the speed limit to 40km/h on all Clarington Neighbourhood Collector B roads; and

    That all interested parties be notified, including the Clarington Active Transportation Safe Roads Committee.

    Carried as Amended
  • Amendment:
    Resolution #C-463-20
    Moved byCouncillor Jones
    Seconded byCouncillor Neal

    That the foregoing Resolution #C-463-20 be amended by adding at the end of Paragraph 2:

    "and consideration be given for a three-way stop at Granville Drive and William Ingles Drive in Courtice.”

    Carried

    The foregoing Resolution #C-462-20 was then put a vote and carried as amended.


  • Resolution #C-502-20
    Moved byCouncillor Hooper
    Seconded byCouncillor Anderson

    That leave be granted to introduce By-law 2020-081, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held on the 23rd to 24th day of November, 2020; and

    That the said by-law be approved.

    Carried
  • Resolution #C-503-20
    Moved byCouncillor Neal
    Seconded byCouncillor Zwart

    That the meeting adjourn at 12:18 p.m.

    Carried