Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (24 motions)
21 carried, 3 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add the delegation of Pankaj Panchal, Unity in Diversity, regarding fireworks during Diwali, to the Agenda as Item 6.5.
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That the Rules of Procedure be suspended to add the delegation of John Colville, regarding Report PDS-041-24 - Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning for 74 Residential Units at 922 Green Road, Bowmanville, to the Agenda as Item 6.6.
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Carried
That status quo remain, regarding a request by Pankaj Panchal to remove the requirement for a permit for Diwali fireworks, and That Staff report back on the number of permits issued and the outcomes of those permits (i.e. complaints).
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That the Council recess for 10 minutes.
Moved by Councillor Elhajjeh, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Carried
That the Agenda be altered to consider Report PDS-041-24 - Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning for 74 Residential Units at 922 Green Road, Bowmanville (Item 6.1 of the Planning and Development Committee Minutes), at this time.
Moved by Councillor Zwart, seconded by Councillor Rang
Carried
That Report PDS-041-24 and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the Zoning By-law Amendment application submitted by 1494339 Ontario Limited be approved with minor modifications and the By-law contained in Attachment 1 to Report PDS-041-24 be approved; That the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision S-C-2022-0001 submitted by 1494339 Ontario Limited be supported, subject to the conditions approved by the Deputy CAO of Planning and Infrastructure Services; That once all conditions contained in the Clarington Official Plan and Zoning By-law 84-63 with respect to the removal of the (H) Holding Symbol and the conditions of the Subdivision and Site Plan are satisfied, the By-law authorizing the removal of the (H) Hold Symbol be approved by the Deputy CAO of Planning and Infrastructure Services; That the Region of Durham Planning and Economic Development Department and Municipal Property Assessment Corporation be forwarded a copy of Report PDS-041-24 and Council’s decision; and That all interested parties and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision..
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Carried
That the minutes from the regular meeting of Council dated September 23 2024, be adopted.
Moved by Councillor Elhajjeh, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Carried
That the minutes from the General Government Committee meeting dated October 7, 2024, be approved.
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That the minutes from the Planning and Development Committee meeting dated October 21, 2024, be adopted with the exception of Items 7.1 and Item 6.1 which was considered earlier in the meeting.
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Zwart
Carried
That Report CAO-006-24, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That Staff be directed to negotiate an agreement with Shared Tower Inc. for the construction and operation of telecommunication towers at Fire Station 1, Fire Station 3, and South Courtice Arena as identified in Report CAO-006-24; That Staff be directed to negotiate an agreement with Shared Tower Inc. for the construction and operation of a telecommunications antenna / tower system to support addressing cellular coverage gaps in north Bowmanville, subject to identifying an appropriate Municipally owned property location; That the CAO be delegated the authority to execute the agreements or any other required documents, in a form satisfactory to the Deputy CAO, Legislative Services / Solicitor; That Staff be directed to support Shared Tower Inc. in seeking the necessary carrier agreements to advance licensing and construction of the antenna systems as quickly as possible; That Staff be directed to negotiate agreements with Shared Tower Inc. for the construction and operation of telecommunication towers at Solina Community Hall and Tyrone Community Centre and that the respective Hall Boards be engaged and consulted as part of the process. That all interested parties listed in Report CAO-006-24, and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision.
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Rang
Carried
That all Items listed in Section 7.2, be approved on consent in accordance with the agenda, with the exception of Item 7.2.8.
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That the m inutes from the Clarington Diversity Advisory Committee meeting dated October 17, 2024, be received for information.
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That the PRC Master Plan give some priority to identifying a space for a proper cricket pitch given that the demand for such a pitch is growing and the current pitch is not useable.
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Rang
Lost
That leave be granted to introduce By-laws 2024-045 to 2024-049; and That the said by-laws be approved.
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That By-law 2024-044, be
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Referred
That leave be granted to introduce By-law 2024-044; and That the said by-law be approved.
Moved by Councillor Woo, seconded by Councillor Rang
Carried
That Report CAO-007-24, and any related delegations or communication items, be received; That the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, attached to Report CAO-007-24, as Attachment 1, be endorsed; That the CAO be directed to develop a five-year action plan, inclusive of a financing strategy, to address top short-term priorities identified in the Parks, Recreation and Culture Master Plan, and report back to Council in Q1 2025; That Council recognize and consider feedback received as part of the community survey related to special projects and prioritizing future investment; That all interested parties listed in Report CAO-007-24, and any delegations be advised of Council’s decision. Yes (6) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Zwart, Councillor Rang, Councillor Elhajjeh, and Councillor Woo Absent (1) Councillor Traill
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Carried
In favour (6): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Woo, Councillor Zwart
That the foregoing Resolution #C-122-24 be amended by adding the following: That the CAO, on behalf of Council, explore opportunities that may present itself to meet the cultural needs of the community for a large field suitable for Ribfest, concerts, and cultural events.
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
Whereas at the September 16, 2024, Special General Government Committee, PUB-012-24 provided the following recommendation: “That Council consider the financial investment required to stabilize the cafeteria building as part of future plans for the Jury Lands; and any decision be
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Deferred
That Council authorize Staff to implement the recommendations of the Bowmanville Zoo Lands Master Plan by issuing a Request for Proposal to select a qualified consultant to advance the Master Plan concept into detailed design for Phase I – Trails; and That Council allocate $1,112,500.00 for Phase I – Trails to start construction in 2025 with a trail opening to the public in 2026. Yes (6) Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Zwart, Councillor Rang, Councillor Elhajjeh, and Councillor Woo Absent (1) Councillor Traill
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Woo
Carried
In favour (6): Mayor Foster, Councillor Anderson, Councillor Elhajjeh, Councillor Rang, Councillor Woo, Councillor Zwart
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001 , as amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing a matter that deals with the following: a matter that deals with litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; and a matter that deals with advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary .
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That leave be granted to introduce By-law 2024-050, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of Clarington at a regular meeting held on the 28th day of October, 2024; and That the said by-law be approved.
Moved by Councillor Rang, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh
Carried
That the meeting adjourn at 10:33 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Zwart, seconded by Councillor Anderson
Carried
That, in accordance with Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the meeting be closed for the purpose of discussing the following: a matter that deals with litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; and a matter that deals with advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary .
Moved by Councillor Anderson, seconded by Councillor Elhajjeh