TOWN OF GRIMSBY
Council Agenda
Monday, September 16, 2019 6:30 p.m.
Town Hall Council Chambers 160 Livingston Avenue
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1. Call to Order
2. Disclosure of Interest
3. Adoption of Previous Council Minutes
5 - 18 a) Council, August 26, 2019 Special Council, August 28, 2019 Special Council, September 4, 2019
4. Delegations
19 - 58 a) Megan McGlashan, Senior Research Associate from Environics • Governance Survey
59 - 62 b) Maureen Shantz, Board Member of the Alzheimer Society Niagara Region • 24th Annual Coffee Break campaign
63 - 70 c) Janet Handy, Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara • New programming
71 - 98 d) Alexandria Tikky and Alexander Morrison, Planners with Niagara Region Planning and Developing Services • Regional Official Plan Amendment No. 13 (ROPA 13)
99 - 106 e) Carolyn Ryall, Director of Niagara Regional Transportation Services Division • 5 year forecast
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5. Reports
107 - 111 a) DRS 19-43 Peach King Centre Facility Expansion
112 - 113 b) ITSI 19-03 Microsoft Licensing Agreement
6. Updates
a) A. Boncori, Acting Director of Building & By-law • New Site Alteration (verbal update)
7. Approval of Committee Minutes
114 - 118 a) Planning & Development, September 10, 2019
119 - 121 b) Public Works, September 11, 2019
8. Notice of Motion
122 a) Requested by Councillor Ritchie • Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee reporting
9. Correspondence
123 - 124 a) CN Corporate Services • Request to declare Rail Safety Week September 23 to 29, 2019
125 - 126 b) City of St. Catharines • Vacant Home Tax
127 - 128 c) Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority • Mandate of Conservation Authorities
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129 a) 19-81 To authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Upper Canada Consultants for the Engineering Component and Soil-Mat Engineers & Consultants Ltd. for the Geotechnical Component of the Subsurface Utility Investigation Services for the 2022 Downtown Watermain Rehabilitation Project
130 b) 19-82 To authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Sacco Construction Ltd. for the 2019 Sidewalk Construction and Spot Repairs (Contract PWC19-02-32005)
131 c) 19-83 To authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Ontario Concrete Raising Ltd. for the 2019 Concrete Sidewalk Mudjack-Lifting Contract
132 d) 19-84 To authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Ellis Engineering Inc. for the Bridge, Culvert and Retaining Wall Structure Inspections Contract
133 e) 19-85 To authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Upper Canada Consultants for the Engineering Consulting Services for the 2020 Capital Watermain Rehabilitation Project
134 f) 19-86 To authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Rankin Construction Inc. for the Woolverton Road Retaining Wall Construction Contract
135 - 136 g) 19-87 To stop up and close a portion of the Road Allowance between Concessions 1 and 2, Lot 17, in the former Township of North Grimsby, in the Town of Grimsby, Regional Municipality of Niagara, designated as Part 2 on Reference Plan 30R-15374
11. New Business
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12. Next Meeting
a) The next Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 7, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers, 160 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby.
13. Closed Session
a) Closed Session under Section 239(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - and Section 239(2)(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees and Section 239(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; • Conveyance of unopened road allowance • Appointment of GEDAC members • 153 Mud Street, Grimsby
b) Closed Session Council meeting minutes August 26, 2019 August 28, 2019 September 4, 2019 Closed Session Planning & Development meeting minutes September 11, 2019
14. By-laws
a) 19-88 To confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting of September 16, 2019
15. Adjournment
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
Council Meeting Minutes
Town Hall Council Chambers 160 Livingston Avenue August 26, 2019
Present: Mayor J.A. Jordan Councillor D. Bothwell Councillor J. Dunstall Councillor R. Freake Councillor D. Kadwell Councillor K. Ritchie Councillor D. Sharpe Councillor R. Vaine Councillor L. Vardy Regional Councillor W. Fertich
Acting Town Clerk, S. Kim
Also Assistant Director of Finance & Deputy Treasurer, S. Bovan (part Attending: time)
1. Call to Order
a) The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.
2. Disclosure of Interest
a) There were no disclosures of interest.
3. Adoption of Previous Council Minutes
a) Council, July 15, 2019 Special Council, July 15, 2019 Special Council, July 29, 2019 Special Council, August 12, 2019 Special Council, August 22, 2019 C-19-273 Moved by Councillor Dunstall; Seconded by Councillor Bothwell; Resolved that the following Council Minutes are approved: • Regular Meeting of July 15 • Special Meeting of July 15
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• Special Meeting of July 29 • Special Meeting of August 12 • Special Meeting of August 22 CARRIED
4. Delegations
a) Grimsby Power Inc. President & CEO Remy Fernandes and Board Chair Phil Besseling • Update CEO Remy Fernandes provided a presentation on the 2018 operational status of GPI’s current state. He stated that electricity bills are made of 4 components and GPI controls and retains the delivery charge only which is approximately 25% of the total bill. Since 2016 residential customers have seen a raise of $2.35 to maintain utilities. He further stated the priorities of 2019 and future projects driven by customer feedback. Board Chair Phil Besseling also highlighted several points including its mission as board to proactively guide GPI to strong financial status. The Board and management are concerned that borrowing capacity is at its limit and that their priority is to establish a priority strategic plan. C-19-274 Moved by Councillor Dunstall; Seconded by Councillor Bothwell; Resolved that update from Grimsby Power Inc. be received. CARRIED
b) Boulevard Strategy Group, Erin O'Hoski, Principal / Lead Consultant • Council Strategic Priority Lead Consultant Erin O’Hoski provided a presentation regarding Council Strategic Priority Setting. She outlined the work plan overview, which comprises of 6 phases. She will work to see what is important to Council and engage 3 groups: first Council through individual and collective input; Senior Management Team; and finally get ideas from staff. Information will be used to see where there is consensus and where Council wants to go. C-19-275 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Dunstall; Resolved that the Council Strategic Priority Presentation from Boulevard Strategy Group be received. CARRIED
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5. Approval of Committee Minutes
a) Planning & Development, August 13, 2019 C-19-276 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Vardy; Resolved that the Planning & Development Committee meeting minutes of August 13, 2019 be received and that the recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED
b) Public Works, August 14, 2019 C-19-277 Moved by Councillor Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor Dunstall; Resolved that the Public Works Committee meeting minutes of August 14, 2019 be received and that the recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED
6. Reports
a) DPW19-35 Release of Part of Town Storm Drainage Easement being Part 1 on Plan 30R-3515 to the Owner of 27 Bal Harbour Drive C-19-278 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Bothwell; Resolved that Report DPW19-35 dated August 21,2019 regarding the 'Release of Part of Town Storm Drainage Easement being Part 1 on Plan 30R-3515 to the owner of 27 Bal Harbour Drive' be received and the transfer of easement ownership to the owner of 27 Bal Harbour Drive be approved and, further that the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a By-law, the Transfer Agreement and any necessary documents. CARRIED
7. Resolutions
a) Grimsby Museum Fundraiser • moved by Councillor Dave Sharpe C-19-279 Moved by Councillor Sharpe; Seconded by Councillor Vaine; Resolved that a dinner table is purchased for Council to support the Grimsby Museum Fundraiser on November 2, 2019 and that the funds will be allocated from the Dividend Reserve. WITHDRAWN
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b) Whistleblowing Policy • moved by Councillor Bothwell
Town of Fort Erie • Whistleblowing Policy
City of Thorold • Whistleblowing Policy C-19-280 Moved by Councillor Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor Freake; Whereas the Town of Grimsby has policies in place to ensure that it is accountable to the public for its actions and that its actions are transparent to the public, Whereas whistleblowing by employees in local governments can bring critical knowledge about misconduct and failed policy outcomes and priorities to the attention of politicians and/or the public, and Whereas the provincial government, as well as other municipalities and agencies in Ontario, have in place policies and/or legislation that provide legal protection from discriminatory or disciplinary action for employees who disclose wrongdoing of any kind in the context of their workplace in good faith and to a competent authority, and Whereas voters in the Regional Municipality of Niagara, including the Town of Grimsby, sent a strong message on October 22nd, 2018 for the need for accountability and transparency in the way local governance is conducted, and Whereas it is always desirable to build upon and enhance existing policies that further strengthen public trust in the accountability and transparency of the way their local government functions; Now therefore be it resolved, That: Council directs staff to prepare a report with respect to a whistleblowing policy for the Town of Grimsby, and further That: The Municipal Council of the Town of Grimsby fully supports whistleblowing and is committed to protecting whistleblowers, the important information they provide and more widely, the integrity of the whistleblowing processes. All persons who are considering reporting their concerns in good faith can be assured that their concerns will be taken seriously, their identity will be protected and, as an employee of our municipality, that they will be protected fromdetrimental treatment, retaliation or employment harassment, and further That: This resolution be circulated to Niagara Regional Council, the Councils of the Local Area Municipalities within the Regional Municipality of Niagara. CARRIED
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8. Correspondence
a) Committee of Adjustment, August 6, 2019 C-19-281 Moved by Councillor Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor Dunstall; Resolved that the Committee of Adjustment meeting minutes of August 6, 2019 be received and filed. CARRIED
b) Resignation from GEDAC (1) C-19-282 Moved by Councillor Dunstall; Seconded by Councillor Freake; Resolved that the Resignation from GEDAC from John Hanson be received. CARRIED
c) Resignation from GEDAC (2) C-19-283 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Vaine; Resolved that the Resignation from GEDAC from William C. Davies be received. CARRIED
d) Resolutions from Other Municipalities
Town of Pelham • Second-Hand Smoke
City of Thorold • Bill 115 - Beer Retailing in Ontario
C-19-284 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Bothwell; Resolved that the Resolutions from Other Municipalities be received. CARRIED
e) Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority • Wetlands C-19-285 Moved by Councillor Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor Kadwell; Resolved that the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority report from July 24, 2019 be received. CARRIED
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f) Region of Niagara • Niagara Housing Statement Summary Report C-19-286 Moved by Councillor Vaine; Seconded by Councillor Kadwell; Resolved that the Niagara Housing Statement Summary Report of July 10, 2019 be received. CARRIED
g) Region of Niagara proposed Provincial Restructuring of Location Public Health Agencies C-19-287 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Bothwell; Resolved that the Region of Niagara proposed Provincial Restructuring of Location Public Health Agencies from July 19, 2019 be received. CARRIED
9. By-laws
a) 19-63 To adopt procedures to appoint Community members to advisory committees and boards of Council for the Town of Grimsby
b) 19-72 To amend By-law 14-45 as amended (89 Main Street East)
c) 19-73 To amend By-law 14-45, as amended (12-16 Concord Place)
d) 19-74 To authorize the conveyance of a part of a Town storm drainage easement at 27 Bal Harbour Drive being Part 1 on Plan 30R-3515 in the Town of Grimsby to Murphy, Paul & Linda.
e) 19-75 To amend Traffic By-law No. 89-2000 of the Town of Grimsby (Sobie Road)
f) 19-76 To appoint the Chief Administrative Officer (Harry Schlange) C-19-288 Moved by Councillor Vaine; Seconded by Councillor Sharpe; Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law Nos. 19-63, 19-72, 19- 73, 19-74, 19-75, 19-76 and 19-77 read for a first time. CARRIED
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10. Next Meeting
a) The next regularly scheduled Council meeting is set for Monday, September 16, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers, 160 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby.
11. Closed Session
a) Closed Session under Sec. 239(2)(f) advise that is subject to solicitor- client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; • LPAT Appeal, 33 Victoria Terrace • Moratorium on the Issuance of Site Alteration Permits • 153 Mud Street C-19-289 Moved by Councillor Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor Vaine; Resolved that Council meet in Closed Session under Sec. 239(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,including communications necessary for that purpose • LPAT Appeal, 33 Victoria Terrace • Moratorium on the Issuance of Site Alteration Permits • 153 Mud Street CARRIED
12. Open Session
a) Open Session C-19-290 Moved by Councillor Bothwell; Seconded by Councillor Freake; Resolved that items arising from closed session in regards to: • Moratorium on the Issuance of Site Alternation permits; and • 153 Mud Street be deferred to August 28, 2019 Special Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. with legal Counsel present; or at the earliest available time of the counsel; and,
that the Director of Building & By-law Enforcement proceed with directions arising from the Closed Session. CARRIED
13. By-laws
a) 19-77 To confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting of August 26, 2019 C-19-291 Moved by Councillor Sharpe; Seconded by Councillor Vaine; Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law Nos. 19-63, 19-72, 19-
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73, 19-74, 19-75, 19-76 and 19-77 read a first time now be read a second and third time and finally passed; and that the Mayor and Town Clerk do sign and seal the same; any rule of Council to the contrary notwithstanding. CARRIED
14. Adjournment
a) The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
______J. Jordan, Mayor S.Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
Council Meeting Minutes
Town Hall Council Chambers 160 Livingston Avenue August 28, 2019
Present: Mayor J.A. Jordan Councillor R. Freake Councillor D. Kadwell Councillor K. Ritchie (part time) Councillor D. Sharpe (part time) Councillor R. Vaine Councillor L. Vardy Regional Councillor W. Fertich
Acting Town Clerk, S. Kim
Absent: Councillor D. Bothwell Councillor J. Dunstall
Also Acting Director of Building, A. Boncori Attending:
1. Call to Order
a) The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
2. Disclosure of Interest
a) There were no disclosures of interest.
3. Closed Session
a) Closed session under Sec. 239(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor- client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; • Moratorium on the Issuance of Site Alteration Permits • 153 Mud Street• Site Alteration Bylaw C-19-292 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Sharpe; Resolved that Council meet in Closed Session under Sec. 239(2)(f) advise that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose;
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• Moratorium on the Issuance of the Site Alteration Permits • 153 Mud Street • Site Alteration Bylaw CARRIED C-19-293 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Vardy; Resolved that the Director of By-law prosecutions proceed with the directions arising from the Closed Session. CARRIED
4. By-laws
a) 19-78 To confirm the proceedings of the Special Council meeting of August 28, 2019 C-19-294 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Kadwell; Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law No. 19-78 and that same be read a first time. CARRIED C-19-295 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Freake; Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law No. 19-78 read a first time be now read a second and third time and finally passed; and that the Mayor and Town Clerk do sign and seal the same; any rule of Council to the contrary notwithstanding. CARRIED
5. Adjournment
a) The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
______J. Jordan, Mayor S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
Special Council Meeting Minutes
Town Hall Council Chambers 160 Livingston Avenue September 4, 2019
Present: Mayor J.A. Jordan Councillor J. Dunstall Councillor R. Freake Councillor D. Kadwell Councillor K. Ritchie Councillor D. Sharpe (part time) Councillor L. Vardy (part time)
Acting Town Clerk, S. Kim CAO, H. Schlange
Absent: Councillor D. Bothwell Councillor R. Vaine
1. Call to Order
a) The Mayor called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m.
2. Disclosure of Interest
a) There were no disclosures of interest.
3. Presentations
a) Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. • Town of Grimsby Development Charges Background Study C-19-296 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Ritchie; Resolved that Watson & Associates Economists Ltd Presentation for the Town of Development Charges Background Study be received. CARRIED
C-19-297 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Vardy;
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Resolved that Council approves maintaining the current methodology to continue to calculate D.C.'s on a Town-wide basis for all services except water, wastewater and stormwater; and,
That Council approves maintaining the current methodology to continue to calculate water, wastewater and stormwater D.C.'s on an urban serviced area basis. CARRIED
4. Resolutions
a) Motion requested by Councillor Ritchie • Rural Economic Development Fund Application (RED) C-19-298 Moved by Councillor Ritchie; Seconded by Councillor Kadwell; Whereas GEDAC is proposing that the Town of Grimsby support an OMAFRA Rural Economic Development (RED) grant application for a Business Retention and Expansion Study ;
And whereas, the application deadline is September 9, 2019 for the RED Grant’s 2020 grant;
And whereas, GEDAC will provide Council with the final grant submission along with other supporting documentation at the October 7, 2019 Council meeting;
And whereas, if the RED application is denied, the Grimsby Business Retention & Expansion program will be brought back to Council for further consideration;
And whereas, if the RED application is approved, the Town of Grimsby may wish to consider increasing the scope of the RED application to include a contracted individual to augment staff resources to oversee and administer the study and action plan created from within the Town’s staff;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Town of Grimsby support the implementation of a Grimsby Business Retention & Expansion program through RED’s support;
And further resolved that the anticipated cost of the program is approximately $30,000 and that the Town of Grimsby support $15,000 and be matched by OMAFRA (50/50), to be allocated in the 2020 budget.
CARRIED
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5. Adoption of Previous Minutes
a) Parks, Recreation & Culture, September 3, 2019 C-19-299 Moved by Councillor Dunstall; Seconded by Councillor Kadwell; Resolved that the Parks, Recreation & Culture Committee meeting minutes of September 3, 2019 be received and that the recommendations contained therein be approved. CARRIED
6. Closed Session
a) Closed Session under Sec. 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act, 2001, advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose • Site Alteration Permits By-law C-19-300 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Ritchie; Resolved that Council meet in Closed Session under Sec. 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act, 2001, advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose •Site Alteration Permits By-law (153 Mud Street, Grimsby)
CARRIED
7. Open Session
a) Direction from Council C-19-301 Moved by Councillor Freake; Seconded by Councillor Vardy; Resolved that legal counsel be directed to take such action as necessary, including any court application to the Superior Court of Justice, for the purpose of achieving compliance in this matter • 153 Mud Street East, Grimsby CARRIED
8. By-laws
a) 19-79 To provide to impose a Moratorium on the issuance of Site Alteration Permits with the Town of Grimsby from July 9, 2019 until January 2020
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C-19-302 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Ritchie; Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law Nos. 19-79 and 19-80 read for a first time. CARRIED
b) 19-80 To confirm the proceedings of the Special Council meeting of September 4, 2019 C-19-303 Moved by Councillor Kadwell; Seconded by Councillor Ritchie; Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law Nos. 19-79 and 19-80 read a first time now be read a second and third time and finally passed; and that the Mayor and Town Clerk do sign and seal the same; any rule of Council to the contrary notwithstanding. CARRIED
9. Adjournment
a) The meeting adjourned at 5:07 p.m.
______J.A. Jordan, Mayor S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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Page 18 of 136 Regional Governance Review Survey Detailed Report REGION OF NIAGARA JULY 15, 2019 Page 19 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Slide Executive Summary 3 Research Overview and Methodology 4 Perceptions of Current Governance 9 Preference for Different Models of Governance 23 Key Takeaways 37 Respondent characteristics 38 Page 20 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Positive perceptions of the current structure of governance.
Overall, Niagara region residents have positive perceptions of current governance. • The majority say they receive good value for tax dollars at both the lower-tier (76%) and Regional levels (67%). • Most (50%) of those who have reached out to their municipal government say they have rarely or never encountered confusion over the division of responsibilities between their local municipal government and regional government. Only a quarter (27%) have sometimes or often encountered confusion. • The majority (76%) feel well-served by the current two-tier structure of municipal government. The majority (57%) feel that the current structure of elected officials is effective at Page 21 of 136 representing their interests when making decisions for Niagara Region. At the same time, Niagara Region residents are evenly split between preferring separate councillors elected at the lower-tier and regional level (44%) versus one set of councillors elected for both (46%).
Of all 12 lower-tier municipalities, Wainfleet residents tend to have consistently less Agenda item a) positive perceptions of the current governance structure.
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Mixed opinions of the outcome of larger government.
Niagara region residents hold mixed opinions regarding the impact on service delivery of amalgamating their local municipality into a larger government. Specifically, around half (48%) anticipate it would result in a decline in service, while four-in-ten (42%) say it would result in improvements. When asked about the importance of different aspects of governance, efficient delivery of services and ease of access to service are most often identified as important (74% and 71% respectively). Page 22 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 4 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Opinions lean toward the current governance structure as best delivering on areas of responsibility. Niagara residents were asked to select between three distinct governance models (current structure, partial amalgamation or total amalgamation) which they believe can best deliver on eight different areas of municipal government responsibility. A resident’s preference for a model was determined by that resident selecting the model for a majority of the eight areas of responsibility tested: • Only one-in-five residents prefer either amalgamation structure (20% and 19% respectively) in a majority of instances. Half (50%) and close to half (45%) never opt for partial or total amalgamation respectively for any area of responsibility. • Two-in-five (38%) residents prefer the current structure in a majority of instances. A third (33%) of residents never opted for the current structure for any area of responsibility.
Page 23 of 136 Preference for the current structure is more common among those saying they are well served by it (57%) and those believing they receive very good value for municipal (55%) and regional tax dollars (52%). Conversely, preference for total amalgamation is more common among those saying the current structure of elected officials is
ineffective (27%) and those believing they receive poor value for municipal (29%) and Agenda item a) regional tax dollars (26%).
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 5 Research Overview & Methodology Page 24 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 6 RESEARCH OVERVIEW AND METHODOLOGY
Overview. Niagara Region, in partnership with its 12 lower-tier municipalities, commissioned Environics Research to conduct a representative survey of residents across the Region. The research objectives included understanding attitudes towards municipal and regional governance, representation, and the potential of amalgamation.
Methodology. A telephone survey was fielded among a random sample of Niagara Region residents. This report is based on 832 interviews. The average interview length was 13 minutes. The survey data are weighted by age and gender according to 2016 Census data. Quotas based on census subdivisions ensured geographical representation. • A sample of 832 produces results that are statistically reliable to within ±3.4 percentage points, 19 times out of 20 (that is, at a 95% confidence interval). The margin of error is larger for smaller sub-segments of the total sample.
Page 25 of 136 Field dates. May 30 to June 17, 2019.
Notes: • In this report, results are expressed as percentages unless otherwise noted. Agenda item a) • Results may not add to 100% due to rounding or multiple responses.
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 7 SURVEY REPRESENTATION ACROSS NIAGARA
Actual 2016 sample Census (unweighted) (weighted) Niagara-on- the-Lake Gender n=50 St. Men 45% 48% Catharine’s Women 55% 52% n=152 Grimsby Lincoln Age n=58 n=57 18-34 12% 24% Thorold Niagara 35-54 22% 31% n=54 Falls Pelham n=136 55+ 66% 45% n=54 West Lincoln n=50 Welland n=68
Fort Erie n=61
Page 26 of 136 Wainfleet Port Colborne n=41 n=51 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 8 Survey Findings: Perceptions of Current Governance Page 27 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 9 DELIVERY OF TWO-TIER GOVERNMENT Three-quarters of Niagara Region residents feel well-served by the current two-tier structure of municipal government. Holding the opinion of being well served declines with age.
Well served: 76% Not well served: 19%
26% 50% 15% 4%4%
Very well served Somewhat well served Not very well served Not at all well served Don’t know
MOST LIKELY TO SAY:
Well Served Not Well Served • 18 to 34 years old (86%) • 55 years and older (26%) • Believe receive good value for lower-tier municipal • Say receive poor value for lower-tier municipal tax Page 28 of 136 tax dollars (86%) dollars (51%) • Believe receive good value for regional tax dollars • Say receive poor value for regional tax dollars (48%) (89%) • Say current structure is ineffective at representing • Say current structure is effective at representing interests (42%) interests (91%) Agenda item a) Q1. As you may know,
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 10 WELL SERVED BY TWO-TIER GOVERNMENT Residents of Wainfleet are least likely to say that they are well-served by the current structure, while those in Lincoln are most likely.
% Very/somewhat well served
Compared to most other lower-tier municipalities, significantly fewer
Page 29 of 136 Wainfleet residents say they are very/somewhat well served by the current two-tier structure.
Minimum value Maximum value 55% 87% Agenda item a) Q1. As you may know,
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 11 EFFECTIVENESS OF GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE A majority of residents feel that the current structure of elected officials is effective at representing their interests when making decisions for Niagara Region. Effective: 57% Ineffective: 35%
11% 46% 20% 14% 9%
Very effective Somewhat effective Somewhat ineffective Very ineffective don’t know/no opinion
MOST LIKELY TO SAY:
Effective Ineffective
• 18 to 34 years old (70%) • 35 to 54 years old (42%) & 55 years and older • Believe receive good value for lower-tier (35%) municipal tax dollars (65%) • Believe receive poor value for lower-tier
Page 30 of 136 • Believe receive good value for regional tax municipal tax dollars (64%) dollars (70%) • Believe receive poor value for regional tax • Prefer separate sets of councillors (68%) dollars (65%) • Prefer one set of councillors (45%)
Q2. Niagara Region is made up of five cities, five towns and two townships, each of which have elected local councils governing them.
Each community also elects Regional councillors, who along with the elected mayor, make decisions for Niagara Region. The num ber of Agenda item a) regional councillors elected depends on the size of the community.
Setting aside your political views, how effective or ineffective do you feel this structure of elected officials is at repres enting your interests when they are making decisions for Niagara Region? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 12 EFFECTIVE GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE Residents of West Lincoln and Wainfleet are the least likely to say the current structure is effective at representing their interest. The majority of residents in other municipalities feel it is effective.
% Very/somewhat effective Significantly more Niagara-on-the - Lake residents say the current structure of elected officials is very effective (29% versus 12% or less in other lower-tier municipalities) Page 31 of 136
Minimum value Maximum value 44% 62% Agenda item a)
Q2. Setting aside your political views, how effective or ineffective do you feel this structure of elected officials is at repre senting your interests when they are making decisions for Niagara Region? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 13 REASONS FOR EFFECTIVENESS Residents who consider the current structure effective say that there is always room for improvement, that they have no complaints, or that officials are connected to and represent the local community.
There is always room for improvement/ 20% experienced issues with service
No complaints/ 17% no problems with service
9% Officials are connected to the local community/ 13% decisions represent us
Elected officials are responsive to needs/ 11% get things done
Elected officials are easy to contact/ 11% 57% accessible/consider local input
35% Elected officials serve our best interests/ 6% we elected them
Officials are proportionate to the population/ 5% system is fair Page 32 of 136
Elected officials are knowledgeable/ 4% Competent
Other 3%
Don’t know/no opinion 27% Agenda item a)
Q3A. Why do you say the structure of elected officials is effective at representing your interests when they are making decisions for Niagara Region? Base: current structure is effective (n=466)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 14 REASONS FOR INEFFECTIVENESS Residents who consider the current structure ineffective say the elected officials don’t consider local input, or that the elected officials are ineffective.
Elected officials don't consider local input/ 31% don't listen
Elected officials are ineffective/ 25% politics are too bureaucratic
9% There are too many elected officials/ 19% Positions
Experience issues with public services/ 16% infrastructure (general)
Elected officials only act in their own interests 14% 35% Taxes are too high 7% 57% Elected officials don't manage the budget effectively/waste money 6%
Page 33 of 136 Elected officials are difficult to contact/ 5% not accessible Elected officials don't always make the right 2% decisions
Other 4% Agenda item a) Don’t know/no opinion 5%
Q3B. Why do you say the structure of elected officials is effective at representing your interests when they are making decisions for Niagara Region? Base: current structure is ineffective (n=295)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 15 VALUE FOR TAX DOLLARS Three-quarters of residents say they receive good value for their tax dollars from their local municipality, while two-thirds say the same of Niagara Region.
Very/fairly good
Local municipality 26% 50% 12% 9% 3% 76%
Region of Niagara 19% 48% 18% 12% 3% 67%
Very good Fairly good Fairly poor Very poor Don’t know Page 34 of 136
Q4. Thinking about all the programs and services you receive from
Q5. And thinking about all the programs and services you receive from the Region of Niagara, would you say that, overall, you receive very good, fairly good, fairly poor or very poor value for your tax dollars? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 16 GOOD VALUE FOR LOCAL MUNICIPAL TAX DOLLARS Residents of Grimsby are the most likely to say they receive good value for lower-tier municipal tax dollars, while Welland residents are the least likely to say so. Compared to some lower-tier % Very/fairly good value municipalities, significantly more Niagara-on-the-Lake residents say they receive very good value for local municipal tax dollars.
Compared to some lower-tier municipalities, significantly fewer Welland residents say they receive very/fairly good value for local municipal tax
Page 35 of 136 dollars.
Minimum value Maximum value 61% 84% Agenda item a)
Q4. Thinking about all the programs and services you receive from
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 17 GOOD VALUE FOR REGIONAL TAX DOLLARS Residents of Lincoln, Thorold and Niagara Falls are the most likely to say they receive good value for regional tax dollars, while Wainfleet residents are the least likely to say so.
% Very/fairly good value
Significantly fewer Wainfleet residents say they receive very poor value for regional tax dollars (29% versus 18% or less in other lower-tier municipalities).
Compared to most other lower-tier
Page 36 of 136 municipalities, significantly fewer Wainfleet residents say they are receive very/somewhat good value for regional tax dollars.
Minimum value Maximum value 44% 72% Agenda item a)
Q5. And thinking about all the programs and services you receive from the Region of Niagara, would you say that, overall, you receive very good, fairly good, fairly poor or very poor value for your tax dollars? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 18 REPRESENTATION PREFERENCE Niagara Region residents are closely split between a preference for separate councillors elected at the lower-tier and regional level and one set of councillors elected for both.
9% MOST LIKELY TO SAY:
Separate
44% • 18 to 34 years old (57%) • Female (50%) • Believe receive very good value for lower-tier municipal tax dollars (55%) 46% • Believe receive good value for regional tax dollars (49%)
One set
Page 37 of 136 • 35 to 54 years old (57%) & 55 years and older Separate Councillors elected to represent residents at (47%) [lower-tier municipality] and regional levels • Male (52%) One set of Councillors elected to represent residents • Believe receive poor value for lower-tier at both [lower-tier municipality] and regional levels municipal tax dollars (55%) Don’t know/no opinion • Believe receive poor value for regional tax Agenda item a) dollars (55%)
Q6. When you think about how you are represented at both the
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 19 REPRESENTATION PREFERENCE There is a preference for one set of councillors among residents of the plurality of lower-tier municipalities.
Port Colborne 44% 45% 12% Mixed Wainfleet Preference 43% 42% 15% Niagara Falls 40% 47% 13% Thorold 44% 52% 4%
St. Catharines 42% 49% 9% Preference for one set of Pelham 40% 57% 3% *Significantly * higher than most councillors Lincoln 38% 57% 5% other lower-tier * municipalities West Lincoln 37% 49% 14% Fort Erie 61% * 36% 2%
Page 38 of 136 Preference Welland 52% 37% 11% for separate councillors Grimsby 50% 44% 6% Niagara-on-the-Lake 50% 34% 16%
Separate Councillors One set of Councillors Don't Know Agenda item a)
Q6. When you think about how you are represented at both the
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 20 CONFUSION OVER RESPONSIBILITIES Only one-quarter of Region residents report they have sometimes or often experienced confusion as a result of the division of responsibilities between local and regional governments. Encountering confusion is more often associated with residents saying the receive poor value for tax dollars.
Never/rarely: 50% Sometimes/often: 27%
32% 18% 20% 7% 24%
Never Rarely Sometimes Often Never had to reach out to local municipality or Niagara Region MOST LIKELY TO SAY:
Page 39 of 136 Never/Rarely Sometimes/Often • Believe receive good value for local municipal • Male (34%) tax dollars (53%) • Poor value for local municipal tax dollars • Believe receive good value for regional tax (41%) dollars (56%) • Poor value for regional tax dollars (44%) Agenda item a)
Q7. Have you encountered a situation where the division of responsibilities between the [local municipality] and the region h as been a source of confusion, etc.? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 21 ENCOUNTERED CONFUSION OVER RESPONSIBILITIES Residents of Wainfleet are the most likely to say they have encountered confusion over the division of responsibilities, while Niagara Falls residents are the least likely to say so.
% Sometimes/often Compared to some lower-tier municipalities, significantly fewer Niagara Falls residents say they are sometimes or often confused. Compared to some lower-tier municipalities, significantly more Wainfleet residents say they are often confused
Page 40 of 136 (16% versus 2% of residents in Fort Erie, Lincoln and West Lincoln).
Minimum value Maximum value 19% 41% Agenda item a)
Q7. Have you encountered a situation where the division of responsibilities between the [local municipality] and the region h as been a source of confusion, etc.? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 22 Survey Findings: Assessing Different Models of Governance Page 41 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 23 EFFECT OF LARGER GOVERNMENT ON SERVICES Overall, residents are closely split in their expectations of the quality of service delivered if their local municipality became part of a larger municipal structure. A plurality lean towards an expectation of a decline in service, of which one- quarter anticipate the decline would be significant.
Improvement: 42% Decline: 48%
13% 29% 23% 25% 10%
A significant improvement A moderate improvement A moderate decline A significant decline Don’t know/no opinion
MOST LIKELY TO SAY:
Improvement Decline
• 18 to 34 years old (51%) • 55 years and older (54%)
Page 42 of 136 • Believe receive very poor value for lower-tier • Believe receive very good value for lower-tier municipal tax dollars (62%) municipal tax dollars (55%) • Believe receive poor value for regional tax dollars • Say current structure is effective at representing (51%) interests (50%) • Say current structure is ineffective at • Prefer separate councillors (58%) representing interests (52%) Agenda item a) • Prefer one set of councillors (53%)
Q24. If [MUNICIPALITY] was reorganized to make it larger would that result in an [improvement/decline] in the quality of serv ice delivery to [MUNICIPALITY]? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 24 EFFECT OF LARGER GOVERNMENT ON SERVICES The majority of residents in most lower-tier municipalities anticipate a larger government would result in a decline in service quality. The majority of Welland residents alone say it results in improvements
Fort Erie 41% 47% 12%
Mixed St. Catharines 43% 42% 14% Opinion Port Colborne 46% 48% 6%
Niagara Falls 48% 42% 9%
Niagara-on-the-Lake 22% 55% 23% Grimsby 30% 60% * 10% *Significantly higher than most West Lincoln 32% 51% 17% other lower-tier municipalities Decline Pelham 38% 55% 7%
Wainfleet 39% 54% 8%
Page 43 of 136 Thorold 40% 56% 4%
Lincoln 43% 50% 8% Improvement Welland 59% * 37% 4%
Improvement (Significant + Moderate) Decline (Significant + Moderate) Don't Know Agenda item a)
Q24. If [MUNICIPALITY] was reorganized to make it larger would that result in an [improvement/decline] in the quality of serv ice delivery to [MUNICIPALITY]? Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 25 REASONS FOR SAYING SERVICE IMPROVEMENT Residents who anticipate a service improvement resulting from larger government believe it would be more effective, would achieve better efficiencies, and would benefit from more people generating ideas.
A larger government would be more effective 27% More people involved / More ideas 18% 51%: be more effective MORE LIKELY TO BE: Better access to services 13% • 51%Female (59%) Attract more business / people 13% • Prefer separate councillors (64%) More employment opportunities 10% More services offered 5%
Better Efficiency 19% 29%: be more efficient Fewer government officials / staff 12% MORE LIKELY TO BE: Reduce costs 9% • Male (40%) Less bureaucracy 9% • 29%35 years and older (36%)
Page 44 of 136 • Prefer one set of councillors Tax Savings 7% (37%) Will streamline processes 6%
Other 10%
Like it / Makes sense 4% Agenda item a) Don’t know 10%
Q25. Why do you believe a larger government will represent an improvement of service delivery in [MUNICIPALITY]? Base: Improvement in Q24 (n=328)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 26 REASONS FOR SAYING DECLINE IN SERVICE Residents who anticipate a decline in the quality of services resulting from a larger government believe there would be less representation, that it would be less in touch, and would be difficult to manage.
Less local representation / Less caring / 40% Focus taken away from my municipality 51%36%: be less representative* Less in touch with citizens / Less personable 25%
Too difficult to manage / Too big an area 24%
Too many people / too many opinions 19%
Less efficient 16% 51%42%: be less efficient/effective* Lack/Loss of services 15%
More bureaucracy 9%
Increase costs 7% 51%3%: Increased cost* Page 45 of 136 Higher taxes 5%
Don't like it / Should stay as is 10% Experience / Lived through an amalgamation / Saw what happens in other cities 9% *No significant differences by demographic
Don’t know/ no opinion 5% characteristics or perception of current Agenda item a) structure. Other 2%
Q25. Why do you believe a larger government will represent a decline of service delivery in [MUNICIPALITY]? Base: Decline in Q24 (n=420)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 27 CITIZEN PRIORITIES When considering aspects of local government that are of importance, Niagara Region residents prioritize efficient delivery and easy access to services.
Mean score
Efficient delivery of services 74% 22% 3% 8.3
Easy access to services 71% 24% 4% 8.2
A strong sense of community where people feel they 67% 27% 4% 8.0 belong Governing in a way that is environmentally 66% 27% 4% 8.1 responsible and sustainable Easy access to your Councilor when you have an 63% 29% 5% 7.9 issue
Delivering infrastructure that supports growth 62% 30% 6% 7.7
Supporting populations in need through 60% 32% 5% 7.8 infrastructure and support services Page 46 of 136 Ability to attract businesses and talent to the area 60% 31% 8% 7.6
Important (10-8) (7-4) Not important (3-1) Don't know/no opinion Agenda item a)
Q8-Q15. Using a ten-point scale where one means “not at all important” and ten means “extremely important”, please indicate how important each of the following are to you personally when thinking about your local government. Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 28 DEFINITIONS OF POTENTIAL STRUCTURES Residents were given the following descriptions of potential municipal governance structures before proceeding to subsequent questions.
As you may know, the provincial government is currently undertaking a review of the governance, decision-making and service delivery functions of Ontario’s regional municipalities, including the Niagara Region and its twelve municipalities. Some possible outcomes from this review could include the following: Current Structure. The province may decide to leave the current structure in place where the
Page 47 of 136 discussed earlier and get your sense of which of these three municipal models you think would do the best job of delivering services in a way that meets your expectations. To recall, the three options are: • The current structure, or two-tier model, in place now in Niagara Region; • The partial amalgamation of a few municipalities into one municipality • A total amalgamation of all of the municipalities currently within Niagara Region. Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 29 PREFERRED GOVERNMENT STRUCTURE Majorities of residents express a preference for the current structure when considering delivering a strong sense of community and providing easy access to Councillors.
Current structure Partial amalgamation Total amalgamation
Most important Efficient delivery of services 42% 28% 24% 7% rated attribute
Easy access to services 45% 27% 21% 7%
A strong sense of community where people feel 54% 22% 18% 6% they belong Governing in a way that is environmentally 36% 25% 30% 9% responsible and sustainable Easy access to your Councilor when you have an 55% 21% 16% 8% issue
Delivering infrastructure that supports growth 33% 30% 28% 9%
Supporting populations in need through Page 48 of 136 38% 28% 26% 8% infrastructure and support services Least important Ability to attract businesses and talent to the area 32% 30% 30% 8% rated attribute
Don’t know Agenda item a)
Q16-Q23. Which of the three models would do the best job of… Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 30 Governance Structure Options - Analysis Support for amalgamation structures is limited and diffuse, while preference for current two-tier structure is articulated frequently.
Niagara residents were asked to select between three distinct governance models which they believe can best deliver on different areas of municipal government responsibility. They were permitted only one selection for each area of service, governance and representation.
When examining the frequency with which each structure was chosen across all eight (8) areas of responsibility, the following was observed:
• 33% of residents never selected “current structure” for any of the 8 areas of responsibility
• 45% of residents never selected “partial amalgamation” for any of the 8 areas of responsibility
• 50% of residents never selected “total amalgamation” for any of the 8 areas of responsibility
By comparison:
• Only one-in-five residents opted for either amalgamation structure for more than half of the 8 areas of responsibility (20% and 19% respectively) Page 49 of 136 • The “current structure” option was selected for more than half of all 8 areas of responsibility by two-in-five residents (38%).
• One-in-five residents showed mixed preference as they did not opt for any one option for more than half the 8 areas of responsibility (18%). Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 31 PREFER CURRENT STRUCTURE The majority of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Lincoln and Grimsby residents show a preference for the delivery of responsibilities via the current structure.
Residents opted for the Current Structure for more 38% than half of the 8 areas of responsibility.
Niagara-on-the-Lake 57% MOST LIKELY TO SAY: Lincoln 54% • 55 years and older (46%) • Female (42%) Grimsby 53% • Say very well served by two-tier Wainfleet 46% structure (57%) Port Colborne 44% • Believe receive very good value for lower-tier municipal tax dollars (55%) Fort Erie 43% • Believe receive very good value for regional tax dollars (52%) West Lincoln 42% • Say Current structure is effective at Thorold 42% representing interests (44%)
Page 50 of 136 Pelham 38% • Prefer separate councillors (50%) • Compared to some other lower-tier Niagara Falls 33% municipalities, significantly more St. Catharines 29% Niagara-on-the-Lake (57%), Lincoln (54%) and Grimsby (53%) residents Welland 19% opted for the current structure for more than half of the 8 areas of responsibility. Agenda item a)
Q16-Q23. Which of the three models would do the best job of… Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 32 PREFER PARTIAL AMALGAMATION Preference for partial amalgamation is more common among residents of Pelham and Niagara Falls, and least common among Lincoln residents.
Residents opted for the Partial Amalgamation for more 20% than half of the 8 areas of responsibility.
Pelham 30% Niagara Falls 27% Port Colborne 25% Fort Erie 23% MOST LIKELY TO SAY: Welland 21% • Compared to some other lower-tier municipalities, significantly more Pelham Grimsby 21% (30%) and Niagara Falls (27%) residents opted for the partial amalgamation for West Lincoln 19% more than half of the 8 areas of responsibility. Page 51 of 136 Wainfleet 19% St. Catharines 16% Thorold 14% Niagara-on-the-Lake 10% Agenda item a) Lincoln 9%
Q16-Q23. Which of the three models would do the best job of… Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 33 PREFER TOTAL AMALGAMATION Preference for total amalgamation is more common among residents of Welland and St. Catharines, and least common among Niagara-on-the-Lake and Grimsby residents.
Residents opted for Total Amalgamation for more than 19% half of the 8 areas of responsibility.
Welland 31% St. Catharines 26% MOST LIKELY TO SAY: Wainfleet 19% • Male (25%) • Believe receive poor value for lower- Niagara Falls 19% tier municipal tax dollars (29%) Thorold 19% • Believe receive poor value for regional tax dollars (26%) Pelham 18% • Say current structure is ineffective Fort Erie 17% at representing interests (27%)
Page 52 of 136 • Prefer one set of councillors (30%) Port Colborne 17% • Compared to some other lower-tier Lincoln 16% municipalities, significantly more Welland (31%), and St. Catharines West Lincoln 13% (26%) residents opted for the Niagara-on-the-Lake 7% current structure for more than half of the 8 areas of responsibility. Agenda item a) Grimsby 5%
Q16-Q23. Which of the three models would do the best job of… Base: all respondents (n=832)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 34 POST-AMALGAMATION TAX INCREASE Six in ten Niagara Region residents would be strongly opposed to a increase in property taxes to support service delivery by a new amalgamated municipality.
Support: 20% Oppose: 75%
4% 15% 17% 58% 5%
Strongly support Somewhat support Somewhat oppose Strongly oppose Don’t know/no opinion
MOST LIKELY TO SAY:
Support Oppose
• 18 to 34 years old (32%) • 35 years and older (78%) • Male (23%) • Own home (79%) • Renters (40%) • Lived in local municipality for 4 to 15 years (74%) or more than 15 years (78%) • Lived in local municipality for fewer than 4 Page 53 of 136 years (23%) • Believe receive poor value regional tax dollars (78%) • Prefer one set of councillors (26%) • Prefer separate councillors (81%) • Say quality of service would improve with larger government (32%) • Say quality of service would decline with larger government (87%) Agenda item a)
Q26. If
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 35 OPPOSITION TO POST-AMALGAMATION TAX INCREASE Across lower-tier municipalities, the majority would oppose a property tax increase to support service delivery by a new amalgamated municipality.
% Somewhat/strongly oppose
Compared to some lower-tier municipalities, significantly fewer Niagara-on-the-Lake and Thorold residents say they are strongly/ somewhat opposed to a tax increase. Page 54 of 136
Minimum value Maximum value Agenda item a) 65% 86%
Q26. If
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 36 Key Takeaways
▶ Residents generally express confidence in the current state of representation in Niagara Region; they feel well-served by current political representation, feel their interests are well represented by the two-tier system and derive value for the taxes they pay to both tiers of municipal government.
▶ There are small pockets of evidence of a limited appetite for some changes to the two-tier system. A significant proportion of Niagara Region residents anticipate efficiencies derived from one set of councilors to represent residents at both municipal levels. However, this sentiment is limited as it runs into opposition from a majority of residents who believe a larger government will result in a decline in service delivery and who strongly oppose any increase in property taxes to fund a new, larger municipality.
▶ Support for the current government structure translates into confidence that existing representation can best deliver important services and community character. Amalgamation scenarios receive diffused support
Page 55 of 136 for the delivery of some municipal responsibilities, however the overall tone of support for the current structure, and pronounced opposition to any changes that would negatively impact service delivery or taxation suggest that resistance to change would be vocalized should amalgamation be imposed throughout the region. Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 37 Respondent Characteristics Page 56 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 38 DEMOGRAPHICS (WEIGHTED)
Gender Male 48% Female 52% Age 18 to 34 24% 35 to 54 31% 55 and older 45% Homeownership Rent 19% Own 77% Prefer not to answer 4% Time living in municipality 0-4 years 9% 5-14 years 24% 15+ 66% Prefer not to answer 1%
Page 57 of 136 Household income Under $40,000 19% $40,001 to $60,000 16% $60,001 to $80,000 12% $80,001 to $100,000 9% $100,001 to $150,000 16% Agenda item a) More than $150,000 10% Prefer not to answer 17%
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 39 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS CONTACT:
Jodi Shanoff Megan McGlashan VICE PRESIDENT, SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE CONSULTATION AND ENGAGEMENT Tel: 437.774.9674 Tel: 416.969.2456 Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected] Page 58 of 136 Agenda item a)
NIAGARA REGION | REGIONAL REVIEW SURVEY | DRAFT REPORT | 40 Agenda item b)
Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region – 24th Annual Coffee Break
Town of Grimsby, Mayor Jeff Jordan Presenter: Maureen Shantz Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region September 16, 2019 – 6:30 pm
Mayor Jordan, members of council, Town staff and members of the public, my name is Maureen Shantz, Director of the Alzheimer Society Niagara Region. Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you this evening and share information about our Annual Coffee Break campaign, now in its 24th year.
Coffee Break kicks off Friday, September 20th in St. Catharines at the Niagara Regional Headquarters with coffee and treats with this year’s Honourary Chair, Jim Bradley, Regional Chair of Niagara. There will be an official flag raising and from 10 to 11 am you are invited to come enjoy a coffee and treats while supporting the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region.
Alzheimer’s disease, already the seventh-leading cause of death in Canada, continues to grow as a public health concern as the number of Canadians with dementia rises. The latest statistics from Alzheimer Canada indicate that as of today, there are over half a million Canadians living with dementia - plus about 25,000 new cases diagnosed every year. Roughly 56,000 Canadians with dementia are being cared for in hospitals, even though this is not an ideal location for care. The combined health- care system and out-of-pocket caregiver costs are estimated at $10.4 billion per year to care for people living with dementia.
Dementia doesn’t discriminate – it can affect anyone regardless of background, education, lifestyle or status. It is not a normal part of aging. It’s one of the fastest-growing diseases of our time, but still has no cure or effective treatments. Dementia is also a health condition with important social implications that impacts our communities. There is often a lack of awareness and understanding of dementia, resulting in stigmatization and barriers to diagnosis and care.
1 Page 59 of 136 Agenda item b) In the Niagara Region, there are over 10,000 people experiencing a progressive dementia and the number of cases continues to grow. Last year, we saw 2,056 new referrals to our Society and educated more than 12,500 Niagara residents and frontline staff. Our service provision includes all individuals impacted by the diagnosis of dementia - spouses, families, children and friends who also need education and support to facilitate lifestyle, health and wellness changes for their family member.
The Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region is a recognized leader in the field of Dementia Care. Our vision is a community where individuals with dementia and their care partners are fully supported to maximize their quality of life and well-being. We enhance safety and independence within the home and community, strengthen resilience and coping capacity, and ensure that people living with dementia continue to participate in family and community life for as long as possible.
We offer people living with dementia a welcoming place where they can access information and support, as well as connect with others who share a similar experience. By accessing education, personalized in-home support services and wellness programs, families can better understand dementia, navigate the health system and access the resources they need when they need them at every stage of the dementia journey.
We have had wonderful success with our many programs and services offered out in the community such as Brain Wave Cafes, Support Groups, Minds in Motion, Friendly Visiting, Tele-care friendly visiting, Aging and Dementia Simulations and numerous other educational series. Our Family Support Counsellors do in-home visits in every municipality in the Niagara Region.
To support a large variety of programs that are provided at no charge to individuals or their families, our Society must raise over $500,000 each year and Coffee Break is one of our biggest events.
Coffee Breaks are an opportunity to invite your friends, family, neighbours, co-workers, clients or customers to come together to enjoy a cup of coffee or other beverage and even treats at a break time or another social get-together in exchange for making a donation to support the work of your local Alzheimer Society.
2 Page 60 of 136 Agenda item b) Hosting a coffee break is easy to organize and provides a fun social opportunity. Our Society supplies each host with a free kit, while hosts supply the people and place. The kit includes coffee for that first pot, supplied locally by Barclay & Todd’s, signage and literature, as well as a donation box to support each event and some promotional items from our sponsors Giant Tiger St. Catharines locations, J&L Flooring and Seniors on The Move.
September 21st is World Alzheimer Day and popular attractions across the country are “Going Blue For Alz”. In Niagara, The Falls, The Peace Bridge and Welland Canal Bridge 13 are going to be illuminated blue. We invite you to wear blue that day in support of those living with dementia and perhaps even host your own Coffee Break on World Alzheimer Day.
Coffee Break events are held in homes, work places, community centres, schools, churches, city halls, stores, and businesses – just about anywhere you can imagine a social gathering taking place, and where coffee, other beverages, or food and goodies can be served and a donation collected. Some of the most successful events have been a result of doing something a little different. Whether it’s a barbecue, open house, raffle, dress-down days, selling coffee cup cut outs or rounding up your bill at the cash register.
The campaign runs from September through to December, so you can choose an event date that is convenient for you. No Coffee Break event is too big or too small and each one truly makes a difference in the lives of those living with the effects of dementia in the Niagara Region!
Thanks to this Council and over 100 hosts including Shalom Manor & Gardens, St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church and West Lincoln Memorial Hospital, to name a few we raised close to $60,000 last year.
Organizing or taking part in a Coffee Break event in your community not only raises much-needed funds, but it can raise awareness and encourage discussion about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. You ensure that individuals and their families – your loved ones, friends and neighbours, know that they are not alone in their journey.
Please consider hosting a Coffee Break event this year and ‘make your coffee count’. It’s a fun and easy way to show your support for the Alzheimer Society. 3 Page 61 of 136 Agenda item b) Anyone can register for a free Coffee Break kit by calling the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region at 905-687-3914 or by visiting the website at www.alzheimerniagara.ca/coffeebreak
Thank you for your time this evening and your consideration in making a difference in your community today and making memories matter.
Mayor Jordan, may I please present you with your Coffee Break Host Kit? (present kit). Thank you.
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Page 70 of 136 Response to the Grimsby Council Resolution for Regional Official Plan Amendment No. 13
Page 71 of 136 (Transportation Policies) Agenda item d) Strategic Transportation Planning Regional Official Plan Amendment No. 13 and Niagara Region Transportation Master Plan Page 72 of 136 Agenda item d) Purpose of Regional Official Plan Amendment 13
The Amendment is being brought forward to develop a clear and focused set of transportation policies that aligns with Provincial land use policy and the recommendations of the TMP. Page 73 of 136 Agenda item d) Components of the Amendment
Repeal, replace, and enhance the policies in Chapter 9 of the Regional 1 Official Plan, and update existing definitions in Chapter 15.
Add a new Schedule E1 (Existing Transportation Infrastructure) and 2 Schedule E2 (Strategic Cycling Network) to the Regional Official Plan.
Add sight-triangle specification standards to Table 9-1 of the Regional
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November June 2017 2018
September January June
Page 75 of 136 2017 2018 2019 Agenda item d) PROVINCIAL PLANNING POLICY Transportation Planning Provincial Policy Statement, Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan, Niagara Escarpment Plan Policy Framework
Niagara Region Official Plan Transportation Official Plan Amendment 13 Master Plan
Town of
Page 76 of 136 Grimsby Livingston Avenue Extension EA Official Plan Agenda item d) Introduction: Transportation Master Plan (2017)
• Strategic planning document outlining the Region’s transportation infrastructure requirements.
• Prepared as per the requirements of the Ontario Environmental
Page 77 of 136 Assessment Act (EAA). Agenda item d) Introduction: Transportation Master Plan (2017) Page 78 of 136 Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension
History of King’s Highway 8 1918 – 2015 Page 79 of 136 Agenda item d) DOH report concluded that Town constructed a Commencement of Route plans prepared Highway 8 was no sanitary sewer line the Livingston for a Highway 8 through longer considered a Grimsby Traffic along ROW as part Avenue Extension Wentworth and Lincoln. through highway due Study identified of Provincial put on hold pending Designated a Provincial to the parallel QEW Livingston Avenue Sewage Works the completion of Highway in 1925. route. as an arterial road. Program. the TMP. 1918 1964 1971 late-1970’s 2015
pre-1900’s 1957 1970 mid-1970’s 1995 2017
Highway 8 formed by Ofield Orchard Highway 8 was Livingston Avenue Transportation TMP approved by the prehistoric Lake subdivision approved transferred to the ROW corridor Study undertaken Regional Council, which
Page 80 of 136 Iroquois, making it which included Niagara Region and expropriated to by Town of recommended the one of the oldest Livingston Avenue from renamed Regional preserve the cultural Grimsby, which extension of Livingston corridors in Ontario. Casablanca Boulevard Road 81 character of Highway 8. recommended the Avenue for the 2017-2021 to west of Emily Street. extension of Capital Planning period. Livingston Avenue. Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension (1970 – 1980)
In 1971, the Grimsby Traffic Study identified a Recommended Street Plan to accommodate forecasted traffic flows by 1990, which identified Livingston Avenue from Main Street West
Page 81 of 136 to Oaks as an arterial road. Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension (1970 – 1980)
In the mid 1970’s, building on previous Department of Highway studies, lands were expropriated for the Livingston Avenue ROW corridor to Oakes Road for the purpose of
Page 82 of 136 preserving the heritage/cultural character of Highway 8. Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension (1970 – 1980)
In the late 1970’s, Town used the ROW to construct a sanitary sewer line along Livingston Avenue Extension from Casablanca Boulevard to Hunter Road as part of Provincial
Page 83 of 136 Sewage Works Program. Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension (1980 – 2000)
Importantly, in 1995, the Town of Grimsby Transportation Study recommended the extension of Livingston Avenue (RR 512) between Casablanca Boulevard (RR 10) and Oaks Road / Main
Page 84 of 136 Street West (RR 81). Agenda item d) Local street access: Main Street West v. Livingston 22 Access Livingston Ave. 2 Access Main Street West • Garden Dr. (1954) • Linden Ave. (2000) Page 85 of 136 Agenda item d) Town of Grimsby Official Plan Policy
5.4.7 Future Road Connections 12.4 Transportation Policies 5.4.7.1 The following future road connections are 12.4.4 Planned Road Improvements and Connections planned: v) Livingston Avenue Extension: Depending on the evolution Connect Livingston Avenue east of of traffic patterns in the area, there may be a need to Casablanca Boulevard, to Regional Road extend Livingston Avenue west of Casablanca Boulevard. No. 81. The proposed intersection The Region has maintained this as an opportunity for configuration would encourage the use of improving east-west connectivity and providing relief to Livingston Ave. and discourage the use of the congested South Service Road. The Region should Main Street West. An Environmental protect for this opportunity in the secondary plan in the Assessment is required for the future event that it is required over the long term. The Region Livingston Avenue road extension. Page 86 of 136 may also need to consider protecting the option for a second access point off of Livingston Avenue. Given the sensitive environment in this area, the road extension would undergo an Environmental Assessment and will be ecologically-designed to minimize impact on the woodlot
and its habitat and hydrology. Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension (2000 – 2015)
• In 2015, Niagara Region commenced a Class Environmental Assessment Study for Casablanca Blvd and Livingston Avenue Extension in response to planned development levels along North Service Road and the proposed Grimsby GO Station.
• The EA study was stopped pending Niagara Region undertaking a
Page 87 of 136 Transportation Master Plan as well as the GO Service Extension to Niagara Region and associated Planning Studies. Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension (2000 – 2017)
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GETTING STARTED EXPLORING THE OPTIONS THE RIGHT WAY FORWARD Page 90 of 136 Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension Background Studies
Several background studies have been undertaken in support of the Environmental Assessment, including: • Transportation Assessment • Cultural and Archaeological Heritage Studies • Natural Heritage Assessment, including: • Ecological Land Classification • Breeding Bird Survey • Aquatic Assessment Page 91 of 136 • Botanical Inventory • Wildlife Observations • Socio-Economic Impacts Assessment Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension Transportation Assessment Page 92 of 136 Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension Background Studies The Cultural Heritage Study identified 17 cultural heritage resources, all of which are concentrated along Regional Road 81/Main Street. Page 93 of 136 Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension Workshop (2019) Page 94 of 136 Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension ECA Area Page 95 of 136 Agenda item d) Town of Grimsby Studies approved in 1971 and 1995, envisioning the Livingston Avenue Extension to Traffic Studies Oakes Road.
Niagara Region Comprehensive strategic plan for the Niagara Region, envisioning the Livingston Transportation Avenue Extension to Oakes Road. Master Plan
Regional Official Plan Amendment to the Niagara Region Official Plan initiated following the approval of the Amendment No. 13 Transportation Master Plan. Awaiting Council adoption and Provincial approval.
Page 96 of 136 Livingston Avenue Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process re-initiated in 2018, currently in Extension final phases of process with study report expected in Winter 2020. Agenda item d) Policy 9.H.2 of ROPA 13
The Niagara Region and its local municipalities will ensure the protection of lands adjacent to “ or near major goods movement facilities and corridors, including those outside of settlement areas and/or within the Greenbelt Area for the expansion of infrastructure and uses ancillary to that of the principle major goods movement facility and/or corridor use while:
a) requiring a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment to demonstrate the need and alternative options for the infrastructure required for the expansion;
Page 97 of 136 b) avoiding specialty crop areas, and other prime agricultural areas in that order of priority, unless need has been demonstrated and it has been established that “ there is no reasonable alternative for the location of the infrastructure as determined through the applicable Municipal Class Environment Assessment; Agenda item d) Livingston Avenue Extension EA (2019)
Next Steps Ongoing • Finalize the Transportation Assessment and Socio-Economic Assessment • Finalize development and evaluation of alternative solutions • Consult with Stakeholders, Agencies etc.
Fall 2019 - PIC #3 • Alternatives Solution Analysis and Preferred Solution Page 98 of 136 December 2019 – Final ESR • Preliminary Design and Environmental Study Report Agenda item d) Agenda item e)
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Niagara Region’s Capital Budget is broken down into four (4) main areas:
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Regional Road 10 Casablanca Boulevard From Main Street to North Service Road ) • Road widening
RR 10 (Casablanca Boulevard) looking north to Vine Street Page 101 of136 Agenda iteme) 1-5 Year Capital Forecast
Forty Mile Creek Bridge Structure Rehabilitation Forty Mile Creek Bridge – looking west Page 102 of136
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Regional Road 12 Mountain Street From Ridge Road to Oak Street ) • Retaining Wall Rehab
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Regional Road 81 Main Street ) • Road reconstruction from • Road reconstruction from Oakes Road Cabernet Street to Baker Road North to Casablanca Boulevard RR 81 (Main Street) looking west to RR 81 (Main Street) looking east to Hunter Road Vanderburgh Lane Page 104 of136 Agenda iteme) Regional Vision
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Safety Initiatives Page 105 of136 Niagara Escarpment Crossing Agenda iteme) Developments Thank-you Page 106 of136 Agenda iteme) Agenda item a) Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee DRS19-43
REPORT TO: Mayor J. Jordan and Members of Council
SUBJECT: Peach King Centre Expansion Report DRS19-43
DATE: Monday, September 16, 2019
Recommendation Resolved that the Peach King Centre Expansion Report DRS19-43 be received for information and that staff be authorized to proceed with an expedited process for the project as outlined, with the intention of making an application to the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
Background In late August a funding announcement was announced through the Provincial and Federal government. The funding program, Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – Community, Culture and Recreation (ICIP), has a deadline for applications of November 12, 2019. An excerpt from the Program Guideline describes the funding stream: The Community, Culture and Recreation stream supports projects that improve access to and / or quality of community, cultural, and recreation priority infrastructure projects. Priority is given to projects that are community-oriented, non-commercial and open to the public. Projects must be completed prior to 2027-28. In addition to federal criteria, Ontario’s objectives for the current proposed Community, Culture and Recreation stream project intake are noted below. Projects will be assessed based on their alignment with these objectives: • Meets community and user needs or service gap • Promotes good asset management planning • Represents good value for money • Fosters greater accessibility
The funding program has 2 streams that are defined as follows: Multi-Purpose Category: This project category focuses on the principle of integrated service delivery to address identified service gaps. The individual project cap will generally be $50 million in total project cost, but exceptions may be made in some cases. Eligible projects consist of: -new build / construction projects -larger scale renovation -expansion of existing facilities. Rehabilitation and Renovation Category: This project category focuses on maximizing the funding impact of small-scale projects that would improve the condition of existing facilities. The individual project cap is $5 million in total project cost. Eligible projects consist of: -renovation and rehabilitations to address functionality and use of existing facilities -small-scale improvements to address accessibility (e.g., hand rails, ramps, accessible doors/parking/elevators, wayfinding and signage etc.)
1 Page 107 of 136 Agenda item a) Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee DRS19-43 -small new build / construction projects of recreation, cultural or community centre infrastructure (e.g., playing fields, tennis courts, small community squares) The funding model for this grant is: Federal Contribution 40% Provincial Contribution 33.33% Applicant Contribution 26.67% Town of Grimsby Application to the ICIP Program Staff are preparing to submit an application for the ICIP Program – Multi Purpose category for the Expansion of the Peach King Centre. Through the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, which was finalized in March 2019, it has been identified that there is a need to improve opportunities for community recreation and address some service gaps. These needs have also been in discussion with staff and Council for at least 6 yrs. At the Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee Meeting in July, approval was given to proceed with a feasibility study for a Peach King Centre expansion project (DRS19-35). Due to the timing of the funding program, that study will not proceed and staff will instead be focusing efforts towards preparing a grant application for the Multi-Purpose Category, using the data collected through the Master Plan. The following figure from the PRC Master Plan indicates the areas of greatest need for recreation / leisure space. The majority of these needs identified could be addressed through a facility expansion project at the Peach King Centre.
2 Page 108 of 136 Agenda item a) Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee DRS19-43 We know from the PRC Master Plan that there is good support and interest for expanded recreation space.
When the community was asked ‘What improvements or changes are need to Grimsby’s current offering of programs?’ the following responses were given. The top 4 responses can be addressed, at least in part, by the facility expansion.
3 Page 109 of 136 Agenda item a) Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee DRS19-43 The following is the scope of the project for the purposes of the grant submission (further detailed work would follow if the grant is approved, some of which can be incorporated into the grant funding): Peach King Centre expansion and renovation that would include: Walking Track Single or Double gymnasium Multi-purpose room (s) that could potential offer performance space Improved common areas for gatherings, events, patron passive use and also concession Improvements to accessibility and inclusivity throughout the facility Improvements and updates to changerooms and dressing rooms. Improved office space to accommodate the Departmental needs and provide better service delivery Note: initial impressions from consultants are that the space cannot additionally accommodate an indoor swimming pool, additional ice pad or curling rinks. Those items would need to be considered for future opportunities at other locations.
Additional work: Review and integration of accessibility improvements throughout the facility Parking analysis for the site Cost estimates for detailed design and construction costs Cost estimates for operations Emergency management integration (back up power sources and space design to enable the Centre to support emergency management space needs) Eligible project costs include project management, detailed design work and capital construction costs. Projects will have to incorporate accessibility requirements, current energy standards, and demonstrate evidence of financial stability. Eligible projects that exceed $10 million or more will also have to incorporate a climate lens assessment into the project as the project is carried out. Financial Impacts In order to submit an application for this grant, which will be a very competitive process, we must expedite our plans for this project rapidly. This will require that we sole source a Project Manager and other consultants towards the preparation of concept designs that meet the key elements of this grant submission. The estimated cost for this is $35,000. Costs for these expenses will be funded through reserves. Funds for this project had been allocated in development charges, however they cannot be used for this project if we receive the grant funding. This means that the municipal funding for this project would have to come from Gas Tax funding, reserve funding, outside contributions or incurring some debt.
4 Page 110 of 136 Agenda item a) Parks, Recreation and Culture Committee DRS19-43 Initial project cost estimations, based upon very preliminary consultant feedback for the scope of project, is anticipated to be $12 - $17 million. This will represent a Municipal contribution in the range of $3.2 – 4.5 million. Next Steps With the support of Council to proceed with the concept, staff will secure the services of a Project Manager and Architect for purposes of conceptual designs and work in scope. An initial meeting to ensure project fit and availability has occurred. A further presentation to Council outlining potential options will be presented, towards approval for project submission. If a project is submitted and the project is selected for federal review we will be notified in Winter 2020, and then if the project is approved we will be notified in Spring/Summer 2020. Projects will then be required to be substantially completed by March 31, 2027. Conclusion Funding opportunities such as these do not arise often. An expansion of the Peach King Centre would provide the community with a tremendous resource for recreation and wellness opportunities. The project could also align well to a legacy project for the Town of Grimsby, to celebrate the municipal centennial anniversary (2022) and also celebrate an upcoming anniversary of 100 years of hockey in the Grimsby community.
Respectfully Submitted,
S. Sweeney, Director Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture
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REPORT TO: TOWN COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
SUBJECT: MICROSOFT LICENSING AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDATION
That Town Council approve:
That staff be authorized to enter into an agreement under Ontario Education Collaborative Marketplace (OECM) Software License Products and Related Services #2018-318-01 with Softchoice Canada Inc. for the provision of software licenses.
BACKGROUND
In 2016, the Town of Grimsby entered into a three year Microsoft software licensing agreement. The agreement was a standard offering in the form of an Enterprise Agreement (EA) with Compugen Inc. as the authorized reseller. The Town took advantage of an inter-governmental co-operative purchase program through the Province of Ontario’s Ministry of Government and Consumer Services (MGCS). The Town’s Microsoft Licensing agreement started in September 2016 and runs through September 2019. The Enterprise Agreement requires the Town to reconcile its software licensing usage annually (known as true-ups).
In evaluating options for renewal of the Town’s Microsoft licensing the Information Technology and Services Innovation Department reviewed the costs of renewal under various scenarios including; - Status Quo: EA renewal using the Provincial Vendor of Record (VOR) through the MGCS - EA renewal using Ontario Education Collaborative Marketplace (OECM) pricing - Converting to another type of licensing agreement
Results of the analysis are presented below (see Financial).
The Town of Grimsby leverages many different Microsoft products to operate its desktop and network infrastructure including desktop and server products. With this planned renewal ITSI staff will also be testing new software offerings which would enable better collaboration between staff.
Entering into an EA agreement is a common practise in the municipal space and provides added benefits outside of licensing Microsoft software including free training on Microsoft products, consulting services, and technical support.
FINANCIAL
The projected costs of the new agreement are currently budgeted for in the ITSI Department operating budget.
The Town of Grimsby spent $42,729.83 for the last 12 months of the agreement. The new agreement is projected to cost $ $44,961.04 over 12 months. Therefore over the term of this agreement (three years), the Town is expected to spend $134,883.12. Although there is a $2,231.21 increased annual cost, most of that 1 Page 112 of 136 Agenda item b) The Corporation of the Report No. ITSI19-03 TOWN OF GRIMSBY
increase is attributable to the addition of software licenses. The new agreement also includes licenses for new products which allow ITSI to test new software and features. This type of agreement guarantees the pricing for each software product within it to stay consistent over the entire term. Therefore, any increased costs to the Town for Microsoft software licenses are expected to come from added quantities as a result of deploying additional technology and/or extending our network services to more staff.
CONCLUSIONS
With Council’s approval of the staff recommendation, the Town will be stabilizing its Microsoft software licensing costs. The Town will leverage a collaborative sourcing partner available to the broader public sector to obtain consistent pricing over the next three years.
Information Technology and Service Innovation staff recommend Town of Grimsby Council approve entering into an agreement under Ontario Education Collaborative Marketplace Software License Products and Related Services #2018-318-01 with Softchoice Canada Inc. for the provision of software licenses.
Prepared and respectfully submitted by;
F. Janicas Director, Information Technology and Service Innovation
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Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Town Hall Council Chambers
160 Livingston Avenue
September 10, 2019
Present: Councillor D. Bothwell, Chair Councillor L. Vardy Councillor K. Ritchie Councillor D. Sharpe Member K. Agnew Member J. Warner Member E. Stubbing
Regrets: Mayor J. Jordan Staff: W. Basic, Acting Director of Planning, A. Shanks, Senior Planner, N. Simon, Zoning/Administrative Assistant, CAO, H. Schlange & Acting Chief Building Official, A. Boncori, also in attendance part time Treasurer, S. Gruninger
1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest Councillor Sharpe noted that he had declared pecuniary interest in writing and verbally with respect to the zoning amendment application at 226-228 Main Street East and that he would not be voting on the public meeting minutes.
3. Delegation
Donald Smith - Conveyance of Part 2 Plan 30R-15374 - 400 Main Street West Mr. Smith was in attendance representing his brother Duncan Smith who is the owner of the property. Mr. Smith noted that the application for conveyance was made in July and he expressed concerns about the length of time taken to deal with the matter and potential for additional legal costs.
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5. Reports
Report P.A. 19-33 - Proposed Changes to the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) Ms. Shanks provided an overview of the report regarding proposed changes to the Provincial Policy Statement. PD 19-68 Moved by Member K. Agnew; Seconded by Councillor K. Ritchie; Resolved that Report P.A. 19-33 regarding proposed changes to the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) be received for information. CARRIED
DBE 19-12 - Proposed Purchase of a Used High Density Filing System Mr. Boncori, Acting Chief Building Official gave an overview of the proposed purchase. Committee Members expressed concerns regarding costs associated with installation and the need to transition to electronic filing. DBE 19-11 Moved by Councillor K. Ritchie; Seconded by Councillor D. Sharpe; Resolved that, Building and Enforcement Department receive approval to purchase two banks of used high density lockable filing systems in the amount of $14,800.00 which include $9,800 plus HST for the filing system and a $5000.00 contingency for the dismantling and reinstallation. Funds for the system are to be approved from the Building & By-law reserve fund. DEFEATED
DBE 19-13 - Senior Building Inspector/Plans Examiner Attendance at Firestop Contractors International Association - FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show for Training and Development Mr. Boncori gave an overview of the trade show for training and development purposes. DBE 19-12 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor K. Ritchie; Resolved that Report DBE 19-13, regarding a recommendation that the Senior Building Inspector/Plans Examiner attend the FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show be received;
AND THAT the Senior Building Inspector/Plans Examiner’s request to attend the 2019FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show be approved at a maximum cost of $2,500. CARRIED
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Report P.A. 19-34: Request for Extension of Draft Plan Approval 1671228 Ontario Inc. (15 Lake Street, Foran's Marina) Mr. Basic gave an overview of the application. He noted that the developer is requesting a six month extension to allow time to clear the final conditions and that staff recommend a three month extension to enable consultation with interested agencies. PD 19-69 Moved by Councillor Vardy; Seconded by Member Stubbing; Resolved that Report P.A. 19-34 regarding a request for Extension of Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium approval, 1671228 Ontario Inc. 15 Lake Street, Town of Grimsby, be received; And that the draft approval be extended for a three month period to December 18, 2019. CARRIED
6. Minutes
Public Meeting Minutes - Zoning Amendment Application 226-228 Main Street East Member Stubbing noted that the portion of the minutes which relates to the consultant regarding amendment of side and rear yard setbacks should say a “verbal commitment made by the consultant”. PD 19-70 Moved by Councillor K. Ritchie; Seconded by Member K. Agnew; Resolved that the following Public Meeting minutes be adopted as Schedule "A" to the Planning & Development Committee minutes, dated September 10, 2019. Schedule "A": Public Meeting Minutes, dated August 27, 2019 Regarding a Zoning Amendment Application 26Z-16-1902, for 226-228 Main Street East, as amended CARRIED
Minutes of the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Meeting of September 3, 2019 The Chair noted that the Committee recommended proceeding with a study of the Cultural Heritage Landscape for Grimsby Beach. PD 19-71 Moved by Member K. Agnew; Seconded by Councillor K. Ritchie; Resolved that Minutes of the Heritage Meeting of September 3, 2019 be received as information. CARRIED
Minutes of the Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting of August 28, 2019
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Councillor Ritchie noted that the application for the RED Grant was approved by Council and that the application has been submitted to the Region. PD 19-72 Moved by Member J. Warner; Seconded by Councillor L. Vardy; Resolved that the GEDAC minutes of August 28, 2019 be received as information. CARRIED
5. Closed Session
Closed Session under Section 239(f) Advice that is subject to solicitor- client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - conveyance of unopened road allowance
Closed Session under Section 239, b), personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees - Appointment of GEDAC members PD 19-73 Resolved that the Planning & Development Committee move to Closed Session with respect to Items 6(a) and 6(b). CARRIED 6. Open Session PD 19-74 Moved by Councillor K. Ritchie; Seconded by Councillor D. Sharpe; Resolved that the Committee return to Open Session. CARRIED PD 19-75 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Member J. Warner; Resolved that Report P.A. 19-25, request to close and convey, Part of an Unopened Road Allowance being Part 2 of Plan 30R-15374, be received; And that, a by-law be forwarded to Council for approval to authorize the conveyance of Part 2, Plan 30R-15374, in the Town of Grimsby, Regional Municipality of Niagara, to the registered owner of the lands to the south, municipally known as 400 Main Street West. CARRIED
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7. New Business
Status Report Planning Activity for Applications Deemed Complete September 2019 – Committee Members commented on the unsightliness of 8 Lake Street. Staff indicated that they would discuss with the Acting Chief Building & By-law Officer, from a property standards viewpoint.
Verbal Budget Update - Advertising Budget Mr. Basic noted that $6,000 of the $20,000 budget has been utilized to this point.
Verbal Update- Development Charges- Presentation to Council It was noted that the presentation was recorded for the information of Committee members and will be circulated accordingly.
Downtown Parking Study – it was noted that due to workload and staffing constraints this item has not yet been addressed. Staff agreed to bring an update forward at the October meeting.
The Chair also noted as per the new procedural by-law Lay Members would now be referred to as Committee Members.
9. Adjournment
The next meeting of the Planning & Development Committee is for Public Meetings on September 24, 2019. The meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m.
Councillor D. Bothwell, Chair W. Basic, Acting Director of Planning
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
Public Works Committee Meeting Minutes
Town Hall Lakeside Room
160 Livingston Avenue
September 11, 2019
Present: Councillor D. Kadwell, Chair Councillor R. Freake Councillor L. Vardy Town Manager, H. Schlange
Staff: Director of Public Works, R. LeRoux Assistant Director of Public Works, B. Wartman EHS Compliance Manager, T. Hodgson Operations Manager, R. Sparham
Absent: Councillor R. Vaine
1. Call to Order The Public Works Committee Meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m.
2. Disclosure of Interest None declared.
3. Reports
a) DPW19-36 - Award of Subsurface Utility Investigation Services for Grimsby Downtown PW19-52 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Resolved that Report DPW19-36 dated September 5, 2019 regarding ‘Award of Subsurface Utility Investigation Services for Grimsby Downtown’ be received and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to award the engineering component of the project to Upper Canada Consultants in the total estimated amount of $102,014 (excluding HST) and the geotechnical component to Soil-Mat Engineers & Consultants Ltd. in the total estimated amount of $7,790 (excluding HST). CARRIED
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b) DPW19-37 - Award of Tender Sidewalk Construction and Spot Repairs PW19-53 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Resolved that that the Public Works Committee recommends Report DPW19-37 dated September 5, 2019 regarding the ‘Award of 2019 Sidewalk Construction and Spot Repairs’ be received and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to award the project to Sacco Construction Ltd. in the total amount of $198,050 (excluding HST) and further, that the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the contract documents. CARRIED c) DPW19-38 - Award of 2019 Concrete Sidewalk Mudjack-Lifting PW19-54 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Resolved that that the Public Works Committee recommends Report DPW19-38 dated September 5, 2019 regarding the ‘Award of 2019 Concrete Sidewalk Mudjack-Lifting’ be received and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to award the project to Ontario Concrete Raising Ltd. in the total amount of $18,000 (excluding HST). CARRIED d) DPW19-39 - Award of Bridge, Culvert and Retaining Wall Structure Inspections PW19-55 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Resolved that Report DPW19-39 dated September 5, 2019 regarding ‘Award of Bridge, Culvert and Retaining Wall Structure Inspections’ be received and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to award the project to Ellis Engineering Inc. in the total estimated amount of $13,600 (excluding HST). CARRIED e) DPW19-40 - Award of Consulting Services for 2020 Capital Watermain Rehabilitation PW19-56 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Resolved that Report DPW19-40 dated September 6, 2019 regarding ‘Award of Consulting Services for 2020 Capital Watermain Rehabilitation’ be received and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to award the engineering project to Upper Canada Consultants in the total estimated amount of $99,340 (excluding HST). CARRIED
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f) DPW19-41 - Award of Woolverton Road Retaining Wall Construction PW19-57 Moved by Councillor L. Vardy; Seconded by Councillor R. Freake; Resolved that Report DPW19-41 dated September 6, 2019 regarding ‘Award of Woolverton Road Retaining Wall Construction’ be received and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to award the project to Rankin Construction Inc. in the total estimated amount of $774,987 (excluding HST) and further, that the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the contract documents. CARRIED
4. Next Meeting The next scheduled Public Works Committee meeting will be held Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Lakeside Room.
5. Adjournment The Public Works Committee meeting was adjourned.
Councillor D. Kadwell, Chair R. LeRoux, Director of Public Works
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TOWN OF GRIMSBY
NOTICE OF MOTION
INTRODUCTION DATE: September 16, 2019
SUBJECT: Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee Reporting
REQUESTED BY: Councillor Ritchie
SECONDED BY: Councillor Kadwell
Whereas many Councillors expressed an interest for this committee to report directly to Council; and
Whereas the Grimsby Economic and Development Advisory Committee works and operates in the best interest of the town; and
Whereas more emphasis is being put on the Town and its Economic and Development; and
Whereas the Committee needs to operate more efficiently and effectively; and
Whereas it would be desirous for the Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee to report directly to Council to allow a more efficient and effective Committee, that emphasizes the direction and wishes of the Town of Grimsby’s Economic and Development Strategy and its Council;
Therefore be it resolved that staff be directed to bring forward a report on the process for Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee to report directly to Council.
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Corporate Services Services corporatifs trJ Stephen Covey Chief of Police Chef de la Police and Chief Security Officer et de la sécurité
935 de La Gauchetière Street West 935 rue de La Gauchetière Ouest 15th Floor 1 5" étage Montreal, Quebec H3B 2M9 Montréal (Québec) H3B 2M9 Canada Canada
June 28,2019
Office of the Clerk JUL 1 2û19 Town of Grimsby I 160 Livingston Avenue Grimsby ON L3M 4G3
Dear Sir/ Madam
2019 is a very special year for CN as it marks our 100th anniversary. From the start, on June 6; 1919, safety has always been a core value at CN.
We are on a journey to become the safest railroad in North America. ln addition to reinforcing a strong safety culture among our 25,000 employees, we collaborate with communities and local authorities to help prevent accidents and injuries at rail crossings, and ensure everyone's safety on and around railroad infrastructure.
This year, Rail Safety Week will be held in Canada from September 23-29. Hand in hand with Operation Lifesave¿ CN Police Service officers and other CN employees will be in communities conducting hundreds of safety initiatives throughout the week. As proud partners, our commitment is to keep communities safe by raising rail safety awareness year- round.
Safety is a shared responsibility Last year, your council joined the safety efforts of many other Canadian municipalities by adopting a resolution in support of Rail Safety Week. For this initiative, I thank you.
Rail safety is everyone's responsibility and, by looking out for each other and working together, we can help keep our communities safe and prevent fatalities and injuries on or near railway property.
Your council can continue to be a powerful ally in this effort to save lives by once again adopting the enclosed draft resolution. Please send a copy of your resolution by mail or e- mail to [email protected] and let us know how you will be promoting rail safety in your community this year. For additional information about Rail Safety Week 2019, please consult www. cn. ca I ra i I saf ety or www. o pe rat i o n I if esave r. ca.
Yours sincerely, .( ? --ì x Stephen Covey 100 .?CI trJ OPERATION Encl. TIFESAVER Page 123 of 136 Agenda item a)
(Draft Resolution)
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF RAIL SAFETY WEEK
Whereas Rail Safety Week is to be held across Canada from September 23 to 29, 2019;
Whereas it is in the public's interest to raise citizens' awareness of the dangers of ignoring safety warnings at level crossings and trespassing on rail property to reduce avoidable deaths, injuries and damage caused by incidents involving trains and citizens;
Whereas Operation Lifesaver is a public/private partnership whose aim is to work with the public, rail industry, governments, police servíces, media and others to raise rail safety awareness;
Whereas CN has requested City Council adopt this resolution in support of its ongoing efforts to raise awareness, save lives and prevent injuries in communities, including our municipality;
It is proposed by Councillor
seconded by Councillor
It is hereby RESOLVED to support national Rail Safety Week to be held from September 23 to 29,2019.
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August 29, 2019
Sent via email
Re: Vacant Home Tax
To whom it may concern,
Please be advised that the Council of the City of St. Catharines, at its meeting held on August 12, 2019, passed the following motion:
WHEREAS St. Catharines currently has a years-long waiting list for social housing, extremely low apartment vacancy rates, rising apartment costs, a need for more shelter spaces and transitional housing, and a residential real estate market that has seen house values grow exponentially in a short period of time; and
WHEREAS these factors combined have resulted in St. Catharines becoming an unaffordable place to live for many, particularly those on fixed incomes, social assistance and those who earn less than the living wage; and
WHEREAS jurisdictions such as British Columbia and Vancouver have successfully implemented vacant property taxes to not only collect more revenue for social housing projects, but also to encourage real estate speculators to rent out vacant homes; and
WHEREAS the Regional Municipality of Niagara has the authority to implement a vacant home tax in St. Catharines (and all other lower-tier municipalities within Niagara);
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of St. Catharines endorse the concept of a vacant home tax and vacant residential land tax and call upon the Niagara Region to investigate a vacant home tax that specifically:
arines
people
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be circulated to the Office of the City Clerk at the Niagara Region, Niagara Region Housing, the local area municipalities and the City of St. Catharines City Treasurer / Director of Financial Management Services and the Director of Planning and Building Services. FORTHWITH
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If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at extension 1524.
Bonnie Nistico-Dunk, City Clerk Legal and Clerks Services, Office of the City Clerk :kn
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Sent via E-mail: [email protected]
August 21, 2019
The Honourable Jeff Yurek Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks 777 Bay Street, 5th Floor Toronto, ON M7A 2J3
Honourable Minister:
The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) is in receipt of your letter dated August 16, 2019 regarding the mandate of conservation authorities.
It is important to state that NPCA has been fully involved in the Province's review of The Conservation Authorities Act leading up to the Royal Assent of Bill 108.
We have supported the Province's vision regarding our mandate as defined by Bill 108 - natural hazards (flooding), conservation lands and drinking source water protection. We continue to work with Conservation Ontario, our municipalities and the Province to ensure that our communities are safeguarded from flooding, have clean drinking water and have conservation lands that are protected and maintained.
However, we are concerned with the reference that conservation authorities should start to "wind down" programs if they are not mandated, for the following reasons:
1. The Province was to provide further information on mandated programs, through regulations, which were to be circulated for consultation. Without this, we do not know the details of specific programs that are mandated versus non-mandated.
2. Bill 108 allows all conservation authorities to establish MOUs with our municipalities and partners for non-mandated programs. We are just embarking on our 2020 budget discussions which will include the opportunity to discuss MOUs.
3. As our Board of Directors is awaiting further information from the Province, we have not had the opportunity to discuss the specifics of mandated versus non-mandated programs with our Board of Directors, who consist of both elected and citizen appointees representing watershed municipal and community interests.
4. As the Province now contributes around 8% (number to be confirmed by noon tomorrow) of our total budget, we believe that our participating municipalities and Board should have, at minimum, the next several months to determine which programs should be considered through our 2020 budget discussions. We understood that a transition period was part of the ongoing review of mandated versus non-mandated programs.
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Minister, we look forward to our ongoing dialogue and consultation with the Province, our municipalities and all of our partners as we craft an important mandate and vision for the future of conservation authorities.
Sincerely,
Original Signed by
Dave Bylsma, Chair Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
Copy: NPCA Board of Directors Watershed MPP’s Watershed Regional Chair and Mayors Watershed Clerks and CAOs Kim Gavine, General Manager, Conservation Ontario
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The Gorporation of the Town of Grimsby
By-law 19-81
A By-law to authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Upper Canada Gonsultants for the Engineering Component and Soil-Mat Engineers & Consultants Ltd. for the Geotechnical Component of the Subsurface Ufility lnvestigation Services for the 2022 Downtown Watermain Rehabilitation Project
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
1. That an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Upper Canada Consultants for the Engineering Component and Soil-Mat Engineers & Consultants Ltd. for the Geotechnical Component of the Subsurface Utility lnvestigation Services for the 2022 Downtown Watermain Rehabilitation Project is hereby approved and authorized.
2. fhal the Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the said Agreement after the same has been signed by Upper Canada Consultants and Soil-Mat Engineering & Consultant's Ltd. and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the Corporate Seal thereto and to deliver the same.
Read a first time this 16th day of September 2019.
Read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of September 2A19.
J. Jordan,.Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
By-law 19-82
A By-law to authorize an Agreement between the Gorporation of the Town of Grimsby and Sacco Construction Ltd. for the 2019 Sidewalk Construction and Spot Repairs (Gontract PWC19-02-320005)
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
That an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Sacco Construction Ltd. for the 2019 Sidewalk Construction and Spot Repairs (Contract PWC19-02-320005) is hereby approved and authorized.
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the said Agreement after the same has been signed by Sacco Construction Ltd and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the Corporate Seal thereto and to deliver the same.
Read a first time this 16th day of September 2019.
Read a second and third time and finally.passed this 16th day of September 2019.
J. Jordan, Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
By-law 19-83
A By-law to authorize an Agreement between the Gorporation of the Town of Grimsby and Ontario Concrete Raising Ltd. for the 2019 Concrete Sidewalk Mudjack-Lifting Gontract
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
That an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Ontario Concrete Raising Ltd. for the 2019 Concrete Sidewalk Mudjack-Lifting Contract is hereby approved and authorized.
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the said Agreement after the same has been signed by Ontario Concrete Raising Ltd. and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the Corporate Seal thereto and to deliver the same.
Read a first time this 16th day of September 2019
Read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of September 2019.
J. Jordan, Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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The Gorporation of the Town of Grimsby
By-law 19-84
A By-law to authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Ellis Engineering lnc. for the Bridge, Gulvert and Retaining Wall Structure Inspections Gontract
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
That an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and.Ellis Engineering lnc. for the Bridge, Culvert and Retaining Wall Structure lnspections Contract is hereby approved and authorized.
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the said Agreement after the same has been signed by Ellis Engineering lnc. and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the Corporate Seal thereto and to deliver the same.
Read a first time this 16th day of September 2019.
Read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of September 2019.
J. Jordan, Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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The Gorporation of the Town of Grimsby
By-law 19-85
A By-law to authorize an Agreement between the Gorporation of the Town of Grimsby and Upper Canada Consultants for the Engineering Gonsulting Services for the 2020 Gapital Watermain Rehabi litation Project
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
That an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Upper Canada Consultants for the Engineering Consulting Services for the 2020 CapitalWatermain Rehabilitation Project is hereby approved and authorized.
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the said Agreement after the same has been signed by Upper Canada Consultants and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the Corporate Seal thereto and to deliver the same.
Read a first time this 16th day of September 2019.
Read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of September 2019.
J. Jordan, Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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Agenda item f)
The Corporation of the Town of Grimsby
By-law 19-86
A By-law to authorize an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Rankin Construction lnc. for the Woolverton Road Retaining Wall Construction Contract
Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
That an Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby and Rankin Construction lnc. for the Woolverton Road Retaining Wall Construction Contract is hereby approved and authorized.
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the said Agreement after the same has been signed by Rankin Construction lnc. and the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the Corporate Seal thereto and to deliver the same.
Read a first time this 16th day of September 2019.
Read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of September 2019.
J. Jordan, Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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By-law No. 19-87
A by-law to stop up and close a portion of the Road Allowance between Concessions 1 and 2, Lot 17 , in the former Township of Nodh Grimsby, in the Town of Grimsby, Regional Municipality of Niagara, designated as Part 2 on Reference Plan 30R-15374
WHEREAS subsection 2B(2)(a) of the Municipal Act S. 2001 C.25, provides, that a local municipality has the jurisdiction over all road allowances located in the municipality that were made by the Crown Surveyors;
AND WHEREAS Section 30 of the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, C25, provides that a highway is owned by the municipality that has jurisdiction over it;
AND WHEREAS Section 34 of the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, C25, provides that a highway that is owned by a municipality may be permanently closed provided it does not abut on land, including land covered by water, owned by the Crown in right of Canada; or leads to or abuts on a bridge, wharf, dock, quay or other work owned by the Crown in right of Canada;
AND WHEREAS the said lands do not abut on land, including land covered by water, owned by the Crown in right of Canada; or lead to or abut on a bridge, wharf, dock, quay or other work owned by the Crown in right of Canada;
AND WHEREAS Section 43 of the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, C25, provides that a highway that has been'permanently closed may be conveyed if it is not covered with water without the consent of the Ministry of Natural Resources;
AND WHEREAS the said lands are not covered with water;
AND WHEREAS Section 66(1) of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, C25, provides that if a highway was opened on land in the place of all or part of an original road allowance and compensation was not paid for the land, the owner of the land appropriated for the highway or the successor in title to the owner is entitled to the soil and freehold of the original road allowance and to d conveyance of the original road allowance;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Grimsby enacts as follows:
That the portion of the road allowance between Concessions 1 and 2, in Lot 17, in the former Township of North Grimsby, in the Town of Grimsby, Regional Municipality of Niagara, designated as Part 2, Reference Plan 30R-15374,be and the same is hereby stopped up and closed
2. fhat the Clerk is hereby authorized to proceed with the conveyance of the said lands to the abutting property owner to the south.
3. That this by-law shall not take effect until a certified copy of the by-law is registered in the proper Land Registry Office.
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Read a first time this 16th day of September, 2019
Read a second and third time and finally passed this 16th day of September,2019.
J. Jordan, Mayor
S. Kim, Acting Town Clerk
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