Community and Corporate Services Committee Meeting
Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Monday, September 12, 2016
Time:
1:00 p.m. and reconvening at 6:30 p.m., if required
Location:
Council Chambers Level 2, City Hall
Members Present:Blair Lancaster, Marianne Meed Ward, Rick Craven, John Taylor, Jack Dennison, Paul Sharman, and Mayor Rick Goldring
  
Staff Present:James Ridge, Joan Ford, Chris Glenn, Angela Morgan, Nancy Shea-Nicol, Mary Lou Tanner, and Lisa Palermo

Visited2.1Delegation from Anissa Hillborn, President, Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation regarding Joseph Brant Hospital "Our New Era Campaign" update. (CCS-06-16)

Anissa Hillborn provided an update on the Joseph Brant Hospital Capital Campaign. The Hospital has entered the Public/Community Phase. Hillborn provided some details about the Join the J public campaign launch and the attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Records for the world's largest human letter.

Visited2.2Delegation from Karen Candy, Executive Director, Carpenter Hospice regarding Compassionate Cities Charter (CCS-09-16)

Karen Candy provided an overview of the Hospice's charter, framework and services and highlighted the need for community outreach. Candy discussed the Compassionate City Charter and the upcoming events related to Compassionate City week. Candy encouraged the community and city to work together to increase awareness about services related to death and dying.

Visited2.3Delegation from Robert Missen regarding funding for Lowville Festival (CCS-07-16)

Robert Missen, Lorretta Bailey and Barbara Anderson-Huget provided information about the Lowville Festival including, community partners, budget, attendance and highlights of the festival program. Missen, Bailey and Anderson-Huget requested council's financial support for the community festival.

Visited2.4Delegation from Liz Benneian, Trumpeter Swan Coalition regarding LaSalle Park Marina Association business case review (F-28-16) and wave break project update (CM-13-16)

Benneian spoke in support of recommendations one, two, three and five in city manager's report CM-13-16. Benneian indicated that LaSalle Park is home to trumpeter swans and other natural amenities. Benneian does not support the Marina expansion and expressed concerns about the lack of public consultation.

Visited2.5Delegation from David Groves, Burlington Able Sail regarding LaSalle Park Marina Association business case review (F-28-16)

David Groves spoke in support of a permanent wave break at LaSalle Park Marina. Groves indicated that the capital equipment / boats used by Burlington Able Sail are currently at risk with the floating wave break.

Visited2.6Delegation from Douglas Bryant, Burlington Sailing and Boating Club regarding LaSalle Park Marina Association business case review (F-28-16)

Douglas Bryant, Burlington Sailing and Boating Club spoke in support of proceeding with the development of the wave break design in order to continue with the environmental assessment and subsequent environmental remediation. Bryant relayed that members of the boating club are concerned with the safety of the boats in the marina.

Visited2.7Delegation from John Birch, LaSalle Park Marina Association regarding LaSalle Park Marina Association business case review (F-28-16)

John Birch spoke in opposition to the findings outlined in finance department report F-28-16. Birch expressed concerns with the lack of communication between the Marina Association and finance staff over the past several months. Birch provided financial and background information about the LaSalle Park Marina Association and relayed the need for a safe harbor in Burlington.

Visited2.8Delegation from James Thomson regarding LaSalle Park Marina wave break project update (CM-13-16)

James Thomson spoke in support of the report recommendations. Thomson does not support expansion of the marina. Thomson relayed his support for more public consultation with all park users prior to a marina expansion.

Visited2.9Delegation from John Birch, LaSalle Park Marina Association regarding LaSalle Park Marina wave break project update (CM-13-16)

John Birch clarified information that he felt was erroneous in the staff reports. Birch expressed that the risks outlined in the reports have been overstated. Birch relayed the association's views regarding the 80% policy for marina users and discussed specific clauses in the joint venture agreement. Birch advocated for a safe harbor in Burlington.

Visited2.10Delegation from Gloria Reid, BurlingtonGreen Environmental Association regarding LaSalle Park Marina Wave Break project update (CM-13-16)

Gloria Reid expressed opposition to expansion of the marina. Reid suggested direction be given to staff to commence a master plan process for the park in order to gain public input and guide decisions about appropriate activities and infrastructure for the park. Reid also expressed concerns for the trumpeter swans.

Visited2.11Delegation from Albert Faccenda regarding character area studies and site plan approval for low density residential areas (PB-70-16)

Albert Faccenda relayed that the development community reacted positively to the removal of the site plan approval process for low density residential areas. Faccenda relayed opposition to a number of the recommendations in the staff report including, recommendations regarding severances, lot coverage, number of garage doors, and the installation of balconies.

Visited2.12Delegation from Ken Crew regarding character area studies and site plan approval for low density residential areas (PB-70-16)

Ken Crew spoke on behalf of the Shoreacres Arbour Community. Crew expressed gratitude for staff's consideration of public input. Crew expressed concerns about the tree bylaw not offering protection for the tree canopy. Crew also expressed concerns with the revised floor area ratio. Crew expressed his desire to maintain the current character of the neighbourhood.

Visited2.13Delegation from Mary Alice St. James regarding character area studies and site plan approval for low density residential areas (PB-70-16)

Mary Alice St. James spoke as a resident of the Shoreacres community. St. James indicated that she has attended all meetings throughout this process. Alice expressed concerns with the public engagement process and lack of collaboration with the residents. St. James relayed the negative impact that continuous construction in her nieghbourhood has had on her family's quality of life over the past year.

Visited2.14Delegation from Dianne Bonnell, Chair, Roseland Community Organization regarding character area studies and site plan approval for low density residential areas  (PB-70-16)

Dianne Bonnell thanked staff for their work on this matter. Bonnell supports parts of the staff report related to garages, lot widths, front architectural features, balconies, etc. Bonnell expressed concerns with the elimination of the site plan process, the removal of the word 'historic' from the description of the character areas and the revised floor area ratio.

Visited2.15Delegation from Don Baxter regarding character area studies and site plan approval for low density residential areas (PB-70-16)

Don Baxter expressed the need for a tree bylaw to protect the tree canopy and the character of the area. Baxter recommends maintaining the word 'historic' in the description of the Roseland character area. Baxter also recommends that residents be permitted to work with the committee of adjustment to review their processes.

Visited3.Consent Items:

Moved byCouncillor Craven
CARRIED
Visited3.1Insurance litigation report as of July 31, 2016 (F-34-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Craven

Receive and file finance department report F-34-16 regarding insurance litigation as of July 31, 2016.

CARRIED
Visited3.2Quarterly status report as of June 30, 2016 (F-32-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Craven

Receive and file finance department report F-32-16 providing the quarterly status report as at June 30, 2016.

CARRIED
Visited3.3Authorizations related to transfer of insurance program (L-18-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Craven

Authorize the City Solicitor to commence, defend and/or settle legal proceedings deemed necessary by the City Solicitor, for claims up to the amount of the city’s insurance deductible for the various policies of insurance; and

Authorize the City Solicitor and/or designate to sign any agreements, releases, indemnities, minutes of settlement and other documents required for the settlement of any insurance claims, demands, actions or other proceedings commenced by or against the City of Burlington irrespective of the amount of the City’s insurance deductibles; and

Authorize the City Solicitor to be added as a signatory on all accounts related to the insurance reserve.

CARRIED
Visited4.2Electronic voting for recorded votes (CCS-08-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Taylor

Refer memorandum CCS-08-16 regarding electronic voting for recorded votes to the Development and Infrastructure Committee meeting to be held September 13, 2016.

CARRIED
Visited4.3LaSalle Park Marina Association business case review (F-28-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Sharman

Refer finance department report F-28-16 regarding the LaSalle Park Marina Association business case review to the Council meeting to be held October 3, 2016.

LOST
Moved byMayor Goldring

Receive and file finance department report F-28-16 reviewing the business case for LaSalle Park Marina.

CARRIED
Visited4.4LaSalle Park Marina Wave Break project update (CM-13-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Sharman

Refer city manager's office report CM-13-16 regarding LaSalle Park Marina Wave Break project update to the Council meeting to be held October 3, 2016.

LOST
Moved byCouncillor Meed Ward

Direct the City Manager, in consultation with the Director of Finance, to take carriage of project planning, and financial analysis including an assessment of the project’s alignment with the Strategic Plan and the relative priority for capital funding; and

Direct the City Manager to retain outside consultant services to complete the following:

  • A complete financial assessment of the viability of the marina operations with and without capital upgrades.
  • Detailed costing and funding options and a recommended strategy if the assessment indicates that the marina is not viable without a permanent wave break and marina expansion; and
 

Direct the City Manager to report back on the results of the above analysis including next steps; and

Direct the City Manager to consult with the LPMA and make recommendations to Council of compensating LPMA for costs they have incurred to date in leading this project; and

Direct the City Solicitor and the Director of Parks and Recreation to undertake a review of the Joint Venture Policy (JVP) particularly with respect to the undertaking and funding of capital projects and report back on any recommended changes.

CARRIED
Visited4.5Character area studies and site plan approval for low density residential areas (PB-70-16)Attachment Icon
Moved byCouncillor Meed Ward

Endorse the amendments to the official plan, as contained in Appendix A, which relate to the implementation of the Roseland, Indian Point, and Shoreacres Character Studies; and

Endorse the amendments to the zoning bylaw, as contained in Appendix B, which relate to the implementation of the Roseland, Indian Point, and Shoreacres Character Studies, along with the elimination of the site plan process for low density residential areas; and

Endorse the amendments to the site plan bylaw, as contained in Appendix D, which relate to eliminating the requirement for site plan approval in low density residential areas; and

Direct the Director of Planning and Building to provide public consultation in accordance with the Planning Act prior to bringing the amendments forward for enactment at a statutory public meeting; and

Direct the Executive Director of Capital Works to amend the Site Alteration Bylaw to include the review of grading and drainage matters in low density residential areas and bring forward for enactment at the above noted statutory public meeting.

CARRIED
Visited4.6Funding for Lowville Festival (CCS-07-16)
Moved byCouncillor Taylor

Provide $4,000 in one-time funding to Lowville Festival from the tax rate stabilization fund.

CARRIED
Visited5.1Contingency report as of July 31, 2016 (F-33-16)
Moved byCouncillor Taylor

Receive and file finance department report F-33-16 providing the status of the Reserve for Contingencies as of July 31, 2016.

CARRIED
Visited5.2Quarterly litigation report (May 1-July 31, 2016) (L-20-16)
Moved byCouncillor Taylor

Proceed in accordance with the instructions sought in matters 8, 10 and 13, and receive and file the balance of legal department report L-20-16.

CARRIED
Visited5.3Confidential property matter (CM-12-16)
Moved byCouncillor Taylor

Authorize the City Manager to implement the recommendations contained in city manager's report CM-12-16.

CARRIED
Visited6.1Motion to proceed into closed session.
Moved byCouncillor Craven

Move into closed session in accordance with the following provisions under the Municipal Act, section 239 (f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose, with respect to legal department report L-20-16 regarding quarterly litigation report (May 1-July 31, 2016) and confidential appendix B to city manager report CM-3-16 regarding LaSalle Park Marina; and

Move into closed session in accordance with the following provisions under the Municipal Act, section 239 (c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board, with respect to city manager report CM-12-16 regarding a property matter.

CARRIED
Visited6.2Motion to proceed beyond the hour of 10:30 p.m.
Moved byCouncillor Dennison

Suspend the rules of procedure to allow the meeting to proceed beyond the hour of 10:30 p.m., in accordance with procedure by-law 37-2014 s. 36.1.

IN FAVOUR:
OPPOSED:
ABSTAIN:
CARRIED
Visited7.Information Items:

Moved byCouncillor Meed Ward

Receive and file the following thirteen items, having been given due consideration by the Community and Corporate Services Committee.

CARRIED
Visited10.Adjournment:

2:33 p.m. (closed), 4:04 p.m. (public), 4:10 p.m. (recessed), 6:30 p.m. (reconvened), 7:57 p.m. (recessed), 8:04 p.m. (reconvened)

Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:42 p.m.

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