OTTAWA CITY COUNCIL
23 february 2011
ANDREW S. HAYDON HALL
10:00 a.m.
MINUTES 7
The Council of the City of Ottawa met at Andrew S. Haydon Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, on 23 February 2011 beginning at 10:00 a.m.
The Mayor, Jim Watson, presided and led Council in prayer.
The National Anthem was performed by the Our Lady Peace Choir.
Announcements/Ceremonial Activities
RECOGNITION – CITY BUILDER AWARD
Mayor Watson presented the Mayor’s City Builder Award to Mrs. Elizabeth Gravelle, in recognition of over 31 years of dedicated service to the community, as a volunteer with the Crystal Beach-Lakeview Community Association.
Roll Call
ALL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT EXCEPT COUNCILLOR J. HARDER.
Confirmation of Minutes
The regular Minutes of the meeting of 9 February 2011 were confirmed.
Declarations of interest including those originally arising from prior meetings
No declarations were received.
Communications
The following communications were received:
· Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO):
- Government will introduce new Ontario Works Funding Model for Administration
Regrets
Councillor J. Harder advised she would be absent from the Council meeting of 23 February 2011.
Motion to Introduce Reports
MOTION NO. 7/1
Moved by Councillor S. Qadri
Seconded by Councillor M. McRae
That the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Report 2, Environment Committee Report 2, Planning Committee Report 3A; Interim Transit Commission Report 3 (In Camera) and Transportation Committee Reports 2A be received and considered.
And that Planning Committee Report 5 be received and considered pursuant to Subsection 33 (5) of Procedure By-law 2006-462.
And That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to receive and consider a report from the Deputy City Manager, Infrastructure Services and Community Sustainability Report entitled “Economic Stimulus Fund Program - Status Update”, in accordance with Council’s direction to provide quarterly reports on this program directly to Council.
CARRIED
Postponements and Deferrals
CITY COUNCIL – 9 FEBRUARY 2011
AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT 1
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6. DEVELOPMENT OF A SHOPPER’S DRUG MART/DOCTORS OFFICE COMPLEX AT 5230 MITCH OWENS RD
AMÉNAGEMENT D’UN COMPLEXE COMPRENANT UNE PHARMACIE SHOPPER’S DRUG MART ET UNE CLINIQUE MÉDICALE AU 5230, CHEMIN MITCH-OWENS
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve that the City of Ottawa consent to an order deleting the following conditions on the basis that the Owner provides a letter agreeing that such is without prejudice to the City seeking to impose similar conditions on a subsequent development application.
These are the conditions that the City should not defend:
a. Condition 1, which in effect, requires the granting of road widenings from the Gas Bar property to the City of Ottawa;
b. Condition 2, which in effect, requires the granting of a corner sight triangle from the Gas bar property to the city of Ottawa;
c. Condition 3, requiring the removal or relocation of underground storage tanks from the land conveyed for the road widening and sight triangle;
d. Condition 4, requiring an agreement between the Owner of the Gas Bar lands and the City of Ottawa, with respect to Condition 3;
e. Condition 5, requiring the Owner of the Gas Bar lands to post security with the City of Ottawa respecting the performance of Conditions 3 and 4;
f. Condition 6, which in effect, requires a Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment on the Gas Bar property and the Crossroads property; and,
g. Condition 7, which requires the Owner of the Gas Bar property to add the City as an additional insured on the Crossroads property.
MOTION NO. 6/2
Moved by Councillor E. El-Chantiry
Seconded by Councillor D. Thompson
WHEREAS staff have requested that this item be deferred to permit them additional time to work with the proponent on a possible resolution to this matter;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT consideration of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee Report 1, Item 6, Development of a Shoppers Drug Mart/Doctors Office Complex at 5230 Mitch Owens Road be deferred to the Council meeting of 23 February 2011.
DEFFERAL CARRIED
CITY COUNCIL – 23 FEBRUARY 2011
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee Report 1, Item 6, Development of a Shopper’s Drug Mart/Doctors Office Complex at 5230 Mitch Owens Rd was put to Council and CARRIED with Councillor E. El-Chantiry dissenting.
Reports
deputy city manager, infrastructure services and community sustainability’s Report
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ECONOMIC STIMULUS FUND STATUS UPDATE
programme du fonds de stimulation Économique – rapports d’Étape
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REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS
That Council receive the Economic Stimulus Fund (ESF) Q4 2010 status report.
RECEIVED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORT 2
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1. DOWDALL MUNICIPAL DRAIN - REPORT ON STATUS OF DRAINAGE WORKS PURSUANT TO THE DECISIONS OF THE COURT OF REVISION AND ONTARIO DRAINAGE TRIBUNAL
INSTALLATIONS MUNICIPALES DE DRAINAGE DOWDALL – RAPPORT D’ÉTAPE DES TRAVAUX DE L’ACCORD DU TRIBUNAL DE RÉVISION ET DE LA COMMISSION
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council receive this report for information.
RECEIVED
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2. ZONING – 115 Walgreen Road
ZONAGE – 115, chemin walgreen
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve an amendment to the Zoning By-law 2008-250 to change the zoning of 115 Walgreen Road from Rural General Industrial Subzone 4 (RG4) to Rural General Industrial Subzone 4 exception [XXXr] (RG4[XXXr]), as shown in Document 1 and as detailed in Document 2.
CARRIED
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3. EXTENSION OF THE CUMBERLAND rh INTERIM CONTROL BY‑LAW - WASTE PROCESSING AND TRANSFER FACILITIES IN FORMER CUMBERLAND
PROLONGATION DE LA DURÉE DU Règlement de restriction provisoire des zones RH de Cumberland – INSTALLATIONS DE TRAITEMENT ET DE TRANSFERT DES DÉCHETS SUR LE TERRITOIRE DE L’ANCIENNE VILLE DE CUMBERLAND
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve an amendment to Interim Control By-law 2010-258, as amended by 2010-277, and known as the Cumberland RH Interim Control By-law, to extend the date of the said by-law to May 25, 2011 in order to permit the completion of the interim control study on waste processing and transfer facilities in Cumberland.
CARRIED
ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE Report 2
1. AUDIT REPORT - FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR IN-HOUSE SOLID WASTE COLLECTION – 2010
APPORT DE VÉRIFICATION – ÉTATS FINANCIERS POUR LA COLLECTE DES DÉCHETS SOLIDES PAR LA VILLE – 2010
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council receive this report for information.
RECEIVED
2. WAIVER OF TIPPING FEES - WABANO ABORIGINAL HEALTH CENTRE
Renoncement des frais de deversement – centre pour la sante des autochtones wabano
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council accept soils at the Trail Road Landfill Facility for 272-274 Bradley Road and 297-299-307 Montreal Road without the application of a tipping fee to facilitate the expansion of the Wabano Aboriginal Health Centre.
CARRIED
PLANNING COMMITTEE Report 3a
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1. ZONING - 1408 WOODROFFE AVENUE
ZONAGE - 1408, AVENUE WOODROFFE
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Committee recommendation
That Council approve an amendment to the Zoning By-law 2008-250 to change the zoning of 1408 Woodroffe Avenue from MC[1331] F(1.0) H(34) to MC[xxx] F(1.0) H(34), as detailed in Document 2.
CARRIED
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2. APPLICATION TO ALTER 52-54 BOLTON STREET IN THE LOWERTOWN WEST HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
dEMANDE EN VUE DE MODIFIER LA PROPRIéTé SITUéE AU 52‑54, RUE BOLTON, DANS LE DISTRICT DE CONSERVATION DU PATRIMOINE DE LA BASSE-VILLE OUEST
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Committee recommendationS
That Council:
1. Approve the alteration of 52-54 Bolton Street in the Lowertown West Heritage Conservation District according to plans submitted by Douglas Hardie Architect on December 17, 2010 and included as Documents 7 and 8.
2. Issue the heritage permit with a two-year expiry date from the date of issuance.
3. Delegate authority for minor design changes to the General Manager of the Planning and Growth Management Department.
(Note: The statutory 90-day timeline for consideration of this application under the Ontario Heritage Act will expire on March 15, 2011)
(Note: Approval to Alter this property under the Ontario Heritage Act must not be construed to meet the requirements for the issuance of a building permit.)
CARRIED
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3. APPLICATION TO DEMOLISH 340 MCLEOD STREET, A PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CENTRETOWN HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
demande en vue de détruire le 340, rue mcleod, propriété située dans le District de conservation du patrimoine du Centre-ville
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Committee recommendationS
That Council:
1. Approve the application to demolish 340 McLeod Street, a property located in the Centretown Heritage Conservation District and designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act, in accordance with the application submitted by Natalie Hughes, FoTenn Consultants Inc. received on December 6, 2010.
2. Issue the Heritage Permit with a two-year expiry date from the date of issuance.
(Note: The statutory 90-day timeline for consideration of this application under the Ontario Heritage Act will expire on March 9, 2011)
(Note: Approval to Alter this property under the Ontario Heritage Act must not be construed to meet the requirements for the issuance of a building permit.)
CARRIED
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4. APPLICATION TO ALTER 73 CRICHTON STREET, A PROPERTY DESIGNATED UNDER PART V OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT AND LOCATED IN THE NEW EDINBURGH HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT
DEMANDE EN VUE DE MODIFIER LA PROPRIÉTÉ SITUÉE AU 73, RUE CRICHTON, DÉSIGNÉE EN VERTU DE LA PARTIE V DE LA LOI SUR LE PATRIMOINE DE L’ONTARIO ET QUI SE TROUVE DANS LE DISTRICT DE CONSERVATION DU PATRIMOINE DE NEW EDINBURGH
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Committee recommendations
That Council:
1. Approve the application to alter 73 Crichton Street, in accordance with the plans submitted by James Colizza, James A. Colizza Inc. as received on January 20, 2011 as show in Document 3;
2. Delegate authority for minor design changes to the General Manager, Planning and Growth Management Department;
3. Issue the heritage permit with a two-year expiry date from the date of issuance.
(Note: The statutory 90-day timeline for consideration of this application under the Ontario Heritage Act will expire on March 17, 2011)
(Note: Approval to Alter this property under the Ontario Heritage Act must not be construed to meet the requirements for the issuance of a building permit.)
CARRIED
PLANNING COMMITTEE Report 5
1. ZONING – 2225 MER BLEUE ROAD, PART OF 2168 TENTH LINE ROAD AND PART OF 2233 MER BLEUE ROAD
ZONAGE – 2225, CHEMIN MER BLEUE, PARTIE DU 2168, CHEMIN TENTH LINE ET PARTIE DU 2233, CHEMIN MER BLEUE
Committee recommendation
This matter is Subject to Bill 51.
That Council approve an amendment to the Zoning By-law 2008-250 to change the zoning of 2225 Mer Bleue Road, Part of 2168 Tenth Line Road and Part of 2233 Mer Bleue Road from MC13, MC[1573] and R4A[1572] to MC[XXXX], as shown in Document 1 and as detailed in Document 2.
2. ZONING – 89-91 NEPEAN STREET
ZONAGE - 89-91, RUE NEPEAN
Committee recommendation
This matter is Subject to Bill 51.
That Council approve an amendment to the Zoning By-law 2008-250 to change the zoning of 89 to 91 Nepean Street from R5B (482) F(3.0) (Residential Fifth Density Subzone B, Exception 482, FSI 3.0) to R5B-h (xxxx) H(83.0) (Residential Fifth Density Subzone B Exception xxxx, Height 83.0 – Holding Provision) as shown on Document 1 and as detailed in Document 2.
CARRIED
INterim transit commission Report 3 (in camera)
1. TRANSIT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING MANDATES – IN CAMERA – REPORTING OUT DATE: NOT TO BE REPORTED OUT
NĖGOCIATION COLLECTIVE DU TRANSPORT EN COMMUN – À HUIS CLOS – DATE DE DIFFUSION: N’A PAS À ÊTRE PRÉSENTÉ
This item was dealt with In Camera pursuant to Subsection 13 (1)(d), (e) and (f) of Procedure By-law 2006-462. This report cannot be reported out for the following reasons:
Pursuant to direction of Council provided at Motion 89/4 on 12 May 2010, the subject matter of this report centres around consideration of labour relations and negotiations with the ATU 279 and CUPE 5500. More specifically, it relates to establishing mandates for, and directing staff in relation to, bargaining for the renewal of collective agreements expiring on March 31, 2011, in respect of which each of the unions has served Notice to Bargain.
In accordance with the provisions of Subsection 239(2)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as well as Subsection 13(6) of the Procedure By-law, the subject matter of this report deals with “labour relations and employee negotiations.” Therefore, the report may be received and considered by the Transit Commission and City Council, and direction given to staff, in closed session.
It is presently expected that collective bargaining with these unions will continue for some time. Further, the City will be engaging in collective bargaining with its remaining unions in 2012, as their respective agreements expire on December 31, 2011. As the disclosure of the City’s collective bargaining strategies and mandates for these two Transit unions would likely impact on negotiations with the City’s remaining unions, making this report public may detrimentally affect the City’s overall labour relations interests. As such, this report will not be made public.
Council resolved In Camera later in the meeting to consider this item but the dispositionof same is shown directly below for ease of reference.
MOTION NO. 7/2
Moved by Councillor S. Qadri
Seconded by Councillor M. McRae
BE IT RESOLVED that Council resolve In Camera pursuant to Subsections 13. (1) (d) labour relations or employee negotiations; (e) litigation or potential litigation, affecting the City, including matters before a tribunal; and (f) the receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, of Procedure By-law 2006-462, with respect to Interim Transit Commission Report 3 (In Camera), Item 1, Transit Collective Bargaining Mandates, to receive an update on the City’s preparations and proposed mandates for collective bargaining with the ATU Local 279 and CUPE Local 5500.
CARRIED
Council resolved In Camera at 11:15 a.m.
IN CAMERA SESSION
IN COUNCIL
Council resumed in open session at 12:45 p.m.
Upon resuming in open session, Mayor Watson that Council had met In Camera to deal with the Interim Transit Commission Report 3 (In Camera), Item 1, Transit Collective Bargaining Mandates, specifically to receive an update on the City’s preparations and proposed mandates for collective bargaining with the ATU Local 279 and CUPE Local 5500. The details of this report cannot be reported out for the reasons stated above. There were no votes taken during the In Camera session, other than to give direction to staff regarding the negotiations or to deal with procedural matters.
transportATION COMMITTEE Report 2A
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1. East-West segregated bike lane pilot project
PROJET PILOTE DE VOIE CYCLABLE SÉPARÉE EST-OUEST AU CENTRE-VILLE
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AS AMENDED
That, subject to funding approval in the 2011 Budget, Council:
1. Approve the implementation of an East-West Segregated Bike Lane Pilot Project on Laurier Avenue West as described in this report and shown in Documents 1 and 2;
2. Direct staff to amend the Traffic and Parking Bylaw No. 2003-530 in conjunction with the implementation of the proposed changes to the stopping, parking and loading areas within the study area;
3. Direct staff to undertake performance monitoring as part of the pilot project, including a Traffic Impact Assessment Report, and to report these findings back to Transportation Committee within 24 months after the pilot has been implemented;
4. Direct staff to pursue a multi-use pathway for public use through the development application process at 422 Slater Street as indicated in the City of Ottawa Escarpment District Plan and shown in Document 1; and
5. Delegate authority to the Manager, Roads and Traffic Operations and Maintenance of the Public Works Department to allow the closure of the bike lanes if conditions are unsafe (i.e. black ice).
6. Direct staff to consult with businesses as required during the detailed design phase of the SBL project with a goal to resolve individual concerns related to the roadway design and access to commercial buildings.
MOTION NO. 7/3
Moved by Councillor D. Holmes
Seconded by Councillor M. McRae
WHEREAS the 46 existing on-street parking spaces on Laurier between Bay and Bronson will be removed as a result of the Segregated Bike Lane Project;
AND WHEREAS many residents are senior citizens and visitor parking is essential for personal care workers, deliveries, repair services as well as family members and friends;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff from Planning and Growth Management, Real Estate and Public Works continue to be involved in the process to identify parking opportunities near Laurier Avenue West between Bay Street and Bronson Ave.
CARRIED
Motion NO. 7/4
Moved by Councillor M. Wilkinson
Seconded by Mayor J. Watson
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that in Item # 6 add after the word “businesses”, “and residents.”
CARRIED
Transportation Committee Report 2A, Item 1, as amended by Motion Nos. 7/3 and 7/4 and as set out in full below, was then put to Council.
That, subject to funding approval in the 2011 Budget, Council:
1. Approve the implementation of an East-West Segregated Bike Lane Pilot Project on Laurier Avenue West as described in this report and shown in Documents 1 and 2;
2. Direct staff to amend the Traffic and Parking Bylaw No. 2003-530 in conjunction with the implementation of the proposed changes to the stopping, parking and loading areas within the study area;
3. Direct staff to undertake performance monitoring as part of the pilot project, including a Traffic Impact Assessment Report, and to report these findings back to Transportation Committee within 24 months after the pilot has been implemented;
4. Direct staff to pursue a multi-use pathway for public use through the development application process at 422 Slater Street as indicated in the City of Ottawa Escarpment District Plan and shown in Document 1; and
5. Delegate authority to the Manager, Roads and Traffic Operations and Maintenance of the Public Works Department to allow the closure of the bike lanes if conditions are unsafe (i.e. black ice).
6. Direct staff to consult with businesses and residents as required during the detailed design phase of the SBL project with a goal to resolve individual concerns related to the roadway design and access to commercial buildings.
7. Direct staff from Planning and Growth Management, Real Estate and Public Works to continue to be involved in the process to identify parking opportunities near Laurier Avenue West between Bay Street and Bronson Ave.
CARRIED with Councillors A. Hubley and S. Blais dissenting.
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2. TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR RICHMOND ROAD/WESTBORO
PLAN DE MISE EN OEUVRE DE LA GESTION DU TRANSPORT POUR LE SECTEUR DU CHEMIN RICHMOND/WESTBORO
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That, subject to funding approval in the 2011 Budget, Council approve the Transportation Management Implementation Plan for Richmond Road/Westboro as outlined in Document 1.
CARRIED
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3. ON-STREET PARKING REGULATIONS - SOMERSET CHINATOWN BIA
Règlements sur le stationnement sur rue ZAC du quartier chinois Somerset
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
That Council approve that the current temporary conditions of allowing for free on-street parking on Saturdays on Somerset Street between Bronson and Preston Streets be extended until January 2012.
CARRIED
Motion to Adopt Reports
MOTION NO. 7/5
Moved by Councillor S. Qadri
Seconded by Councillor M. McRae
CARRIED
Motions of Which Notice has been Given Previously
MOTION NO. 7/6
Moved by Councillor B. Monette
Seconded by Councillor R. Bloess
WHEREAS Canada Post closed Orléans’ only corporate post office outlet on Youville Drive on July 31, 2010 despite the protest and petitions signed by thousands of Orléans’ residents and businesses; and
WHEREAS our federal MP Royal Galipeau has written numerous letters supporting the reopening of an Orléans Post Office; and
WHEREAS Canada Post has failed to live up to its obligations as outlined in the Canada Postal Service Charter by failing to engage and listen to the community; and
WHEREAS business customers who used the corporate post office on Youville Drive to purchase and drop-off their admail now must travel to the Ottawa Alta Vista or Vanier facilities; and
WHEREAS the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has agreed to finance the costs associated with relocating the corporate postal outlet in the same general area on St-Joseph Boulevard through its joint union-management fund used to finance innovation and expansion projects under Appendix “T” of its collective agreement, thus limiting the risks to the Corporation to a minimum;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Ottawa City Council encourage the Canada Post Corporation to reconsider the Canadian Union of Postal Workers’ offer to finance the relocation of the Orléans corporate post office under Appendix “T” of the collective agreement.
CARRIED
MOTION NO. 7/7
Moved by Councillor M. McRae
Seconded by Councillor S. Desroches
WHEREAS the City of Ottawa has successfully hosted numerous national and international major events to the benefit of the local economy;
WHEREAS the bid deadline of end of February does not allow for a staff report to Committee and Council for consideration;
AND WHEREAS local hotel and conference facilities and ScotiaBank Place will be in a position to host the 2013 Canadian Curling Trials;
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ottawa formally support the bid by Senators Sports and Entertainment to host the 2013 Canadian Curling Trials, scheduled for December 1 - 8, 2013;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council authorize funding contribution of approximately of up $400,000 (in cash and in-kind services);
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that staff report back to Finance and Economic Development Committee on any funding needs over and above the proposed City of Ottawa contribution to the 2013 Canadian Curling Trials.
CARRIED
Motions Requiring Suspension of the Rules of Procedure
MOTION NO. 7/8
Moved by Councillor M. Wilkinson
Seconded by Councillor S. Qadri
That the rules of procedure be waived to consider the following motion due to time constraints.
WHEREAS the Government of Canada has provided settlement partnership funds for programs that operate in public libraries across Canada, enabling new Canadians opportunities to more rapidly integrate into Canadian society; and
WHEREAS the Ottawa Public Library has successfully used the moderate funds allocated to provide many services to new Canadians from many countries of the world; and
WHEREAS despite an increase in demand for such services, the Government of Canada has reduced the settlement partnership grant to the City of Ottawa by 20% and such reductions have been made in settlement partnership grants across Canada; and
WHEREAS the Ottawa Public Library supports the resolution before Council;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Ottawa urge the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to strongly request the Government of Canada to maintain current funding for the Library Settlement Partnership program currently operating in public libraries across Canada.
CARRIED with Councillor A. Hubley dissenting.
Notices of Motion (For Consideration at Subsequent Meeting)
MOTION
Moved by Councillor M. McRae
Seconded by Councillor M. Taylor
WHEREAS the City of Ottawa, through Schedule 2 of its Licensing By-law 2002-189, licenses driving school operators and driving instructors;
AND WHEREAS in 2007, Council amended Schedule 2 to prohibit driving instruction within a defined area adjacent to the Ministry of Transportation test facility at 5303 Canotek Road in order to address on-going issues with increased traffic and potential safety concerns in the residential area adjacent to the test facility;
AND WHEREAS for several years similar issues have been on-going in the residential area adjacent to the driving test facility at 1570 Walkley Road;
AND WHEREAS City staff has, on two occasions in the last year, notified in writing driving school operators and driving instructors of the issues and requested cooperation in directing driving instructors to cease using specified residential streets for student instruction, but no improvement in the situation has been demonstrated;
AND WHEREAS City staff support restricting driving instruction in the Ridgemont Community;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council waive the notice requirements prescribed by By-law No. 2002-522 respecting public notice, as amended; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council approve amendments to Schedule 2 of By-law 2002-189, as detailed in the attached amending by-law, to prohibit driving instruction within a defined area adjacent to the Ministry of Transportation test facility at 1570 Walkley Road, and to correct a minor typographical error in the description of Area A (area surrounding test facility at 5303 Canotek Road).
MOTION
Moved by Councillor D. Thompson
Seconded by Councillor M. Taylor
WHEREAS the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, in partnership with the Rideau Carleton Raceway, has operated slot machines at the Raceway’s location since the year 2000; and,
WHEREAS the former City of Gloucester and the former Regional Municipality of Ottawa-Carleton supported the successful application for slot machines at the Rideau Carleton Raceway; and
WHEREAS in 2009, City Council supported the successful application of the Rideau Carleton Raceway to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to open a new charity bingo hall; and
WHEREAS the Rideau Carleton Raceway has contributed over $37 million to the City since the introduction of slots in 2000; and over $4.4 million in 2010 to the City of Ottawa as part of a long-standing revenue sharing agreement; and
WHEREAS the Rideau Carleton Raceway is seeking a two-year pilot project to establish table games that would increase its contributions to the City of Ottawa Treasury by approximately $2 million per year; and
WHEREAS there are other economic development, tourism development and spin-off employment opportunities that will benefit the community as gaming tables are introduced alongside slot machines at the Rideau Carleton Raceway; and
WHEREAS Section 207.1 of the Criminal Code stipulates that the Provinces are responsible for gaming in Canada and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation has the authority to provide for the operation of gaming premises in Ontario;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT City Council communicate its support in principle of the petition to the Province of Ontario by the Rideau Carleton Raceway to direct the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation to permit gaming tables at the Raceway as a two-year pilot project, subject to any required rezoning and any relevant legislation such as the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999.
Motion to Introduce By-laws Three Readings
MOTION NO. 7/9
Moved by Councillor S. Qadri
Seconded by Councillor M. McRae
That the following by-laws be enacted and passed.
2011-52 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 of the City of Ottawa to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 1408 Woodroffe Avenue.
2011-53 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to establish certain lands as common and public highway and assume them for public use.
2011-54 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2010-277 of the City of Ottawa to extend interim control on lands zoned with the RH zone code in the area of the former City of Cumberland.
2011-55 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 of the City of Ottawa to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 115 Walgreen Road.
2011-56 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 of the City of Ottawa to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2225 and part of 2233 Mer Bleue Road and part of 2168 Tenth Line Road.
2011-57 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 of the City of Ottawa to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 89 and 91 Nepean Street.
2011-58 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at 87 to 105 (odd) Bandelier Way as being exempt from Part Lot Control.
2011-59 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at 500 to 522 Leita Place as being exempt from Part Lot Control.
2011-60 A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2003-499 respecting fire routes.
CARRIED
Confirmation By-law
MOTION NO. 7/10
Moved by Councillor S. Qadri
Seconded by Councillor M. McRae
THAT By-law 2011-61 to confirm the proceedings of Council be enacted and passed.
CARRIED
Adjournment
Council adjourned the meeting at 12:50 p.m.
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