May 19, 2005 General Committee
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A. | Roll Call | ||
B. | Declarations of Conflicts of Interest | ||
C. | Approval of Agenda | ||
D. | Delegations/Presentations | ||
E. | Reports and Communications | ||
F. | Other Business | ||
G. | In Camera Matters | ||
Adjournment |
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL GENERAL COMMITTEE M I N U T E S GC-2005-6 |
The Regional General Committee met on May 19, 2005 at 1:26 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Dr., Brampton.
Members:
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E. Adams, G. Carlson, C. Corbasson, S. DiMarco, S. Fennell*¨, A. Groves, N. Iannicca, E. Kolb, D. Lyons, K. Mahoney*, H. McCallion¨, G. Miles, E. Moore, M. Morrison, P. Mullin, P. Palleschi*¨, M. Prentice¨, J. Sprovieri, N. Stewart |
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Members
Absent:
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F. Dale, due to other municipal business; R. Paterak, due to other municipal business; P. Saito, due to other municipal business |
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Also
Present:
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R. Maloney, Chief Administrative Officer; P. Graham, Commissioner of Health; D. Labrecque, Treasurer and Commissioner of Finance; N. Tunnacliffe, Commissioner of Planning; K. Ward, Commissioner of Housing & Property; M. Zamojc, Commissioner of Public Works; M. Goldrup, Acting Commissioner of Corporate Services; J. Menard, Acting Commissioner of Social Services; P. O'Connor, Acting Regional Solicitor; Dr. H. Shapiro, Acting Medical Officer of Health; C. Gravlev, Regional Clerk; C. Thomson, Legislative Co-ordinator |
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* See text for arrivals ¨ See text for departures |
Regional Chair E. Kolb presided.
Councillor Fennell arrived at 1:27 p.m.
Councillor Mahoney arrived at 1:29 p.m.
B. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
Councillor Mahoney declared a conflict of interest with respect to approval of the May 19, 2005 General Committee agenda, as a family member is employed with Mahoney International.
Councillor Palleschi arrived at 1:38 p.m.
Chair Kolb advised that four additional delegations have requested to be added to the agenda with respect to the Region-wide Organics Program.
Discussion took place related to the appropriateness of adding delegations that pertain to a matter not listed on the day's agenda. It was noted that the delegations should be heard at the May 26 Regional Council meeting as the related previously adopted motion will be heard at that time.
Chair Kolb ruled that the four additional delegations would be heard at the May 26, 2005 Regional Council meeting.
Councillor Sprovieri moved a friendly amendment to Chair Kolb's ruling that the staff presentation regarding information regarding the Region-wide Organics Monitoring Program, requested at the May 5, 2005 Regional Council meeting, be added to the agenda.
Further to discussion by Members of Council, Chair Kolb ruled that the staff presentation by Mitch Zamojc, regarding a Region-wide organics monitoring program, would be heard at the May 26, 2005 Regional Council meeting.
RECOMMENDATION GC-119-2005:
That the agenda for the May 19, 2005, General Committee meeting be approved.
Chair Kolb advised that the opening of Credit Valley Hospital's new Cancer Centre
is scheduled for June 9, 2005 at 10:30 a.m., noting that a General Committee
meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. that day. An informal poll of members planning
to attend the Credit Valley Hospital event was taken and it was determined that
the June 9, 2005 General Committee meeting would proceed as scheduled.
Councillor Morrison questioned the In Camera nature of Item G1. Clarification was provided by P. O'Connor, the Acting Regional Solicitor. Several members additionally raised concern regarding the timing of such a report. Roger Maloney, Chief Administrative Officer, indicated the report was simply for the information of Members. Chair Kolb stated the matter would be dealt with at Section G of the agenda.
Councillor McCallion departed at 2:07 p.m.
D1. Roger Maloney, Chief Administrative Officer, Presenting the American Public Works Association (APWA) Top Ten Public Works Leaders Award to Mitch Zamojc, Commissioner of Public Works
Received
Councillor Morrison, on behalf of the Town of Caledon, congratulated Mitch Zamojc and acknowledged him as a visionary leader who is a positive motivator for his staff. She also acknowledged the good work of the staff of Public Works.
Councillor Prentice, on behalf of the Mayor and Council of Mississauga, extended her congratulations to Mitch Zamojc and noted that it was a proud day for the Public Works Department and the Region of Peel.
Councillor Miles, on behalf of the Mayor and Council of the City of Brampton, acknowledged the public works portfolio as one of the most difficult, and congratulated Mitch Zamojc for the recognition received through this award.
Chair Kolb extended his congratulations to Mitch Zamojc on behalf of all of Regional Council.
D2. Bruce Brunton, Canadian Public Works Association (CPWA), Ric Robertshaw, Director, Operations and Maintenance, and Shaun Hewitt, Director, Business and Information Services, Updating Council Members on Public Works Achievement Awards including the Canadian Public Works Association (CPWA) Award for the Region of Peel 2003 Public Works Week Celebration and the Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA) Bruce Brunton Award for the Region of Peel 2004 Public Works Week Celebration
Received
Councillor Palleschi departed at 2:30 p.m. due to other municipal business
D3. Janet McDougald, Chair, Peel District School Board, Ralph Borrelli, Superintendent of Programs, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and Taufic Saliba, Youth Crime Coordinator, Peel Regional Police and Gayle Bursey, Director, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention, Presenting the School Health Survey
Received
Items Related to Human Services - Item HS-B1 was dealt with.
HS-B1. Comprehensive School Health Update
RECOMMENDATION GC-120-2005:
That the Commissioner of Health collaborate with the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and the Peel District School Board using the results of the School Health Survey to improve the health of Peel youth through programming in schools;
And further, that the health survey analysis be provided to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and agencies with an interest in youth issues such as Peel Children's Centre, Peel Regional Police, Catholic Family Services of Peel, Canadian Mental Health Association and Family Services of Peel for their use in priority setting and funding proposals.
Councillor Fennell departed at 2:56 p.m.
D4. Peter Drake, Vice-Chair, PAWGOAH, Ray Applebaum, Former Chair, PAWGOAH and Patricia Chrisjohn, Staff Coordinator, PAWGOAH, Providing an Update on the Accomplishments and 2005 Planned Activities of the Peel Advisory Working Group on Older Adults' Housing (PAWGOAH)
Received
Items Related to Housing and Property - Item HO-A1 was dealt with.
HO-A1. Peel Advisory Working Group on Older Adults' Housing (PAWGOAH): Update Report
RECOMMENDATION GC-121-2005:
That the Progress Report, including future key activities, as set out in Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Housing and Property and General Manager, Peel Living, dated April 26, 2005, titled "Peel Advisory Working Group on Older Adults' Housing (PAWGOAH): Update Report", be approved;
And further, that the PAWGOAH recommendations presented to the provincial Advisory Committee on Seniors' Housing, as set out in Appendix IV of the subject report, be supported.
Chaired by Councillor P. Mullin |
HO-A. Housing
HO-A1. Peel Advisory Working Group on Older Adults' Housing (PAWGOAH): Update Report
HO-B. Property
HO-B1. Amendment to the Peel Region Office Systems Furniture Contract for Interim Space Requirements
RECOMMENDATION GC-122-2005:
That Document 2004-132P for the supply and installation of office systems furniture and project management services with Herman Miller Canada Inc., be amended in the estimated amount of $408,000.00 for a combined total new commitment of $658,000 for the 2005 period (all exclusive of applicable taxes), in accordance with Purchasing By-law 62-2001;
And further, that staff be authorized to increase/extend this contract for similar requirements to the lowest responsive and responsible Vendor as required, based on the unit pricing received for this and subsequent periods, where the actual annual requirements exceed the estimates to the limits of the individual budget amounts for the periods indicated;
And further, that the required documents be executed by the Region's duly authorized signing officers.
HO-B2. Disposal of Region Owned Surplus Land Former Chinguacousy Well Number Five, Site West Side of Torbram Road, South of Countryside Drive - City of Brampton, Ward 9
RECOMMENDATION GC-123-2005:
That the lands described as Part of Lot 14, Concession 5, East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton (formerly Township of Chinguacousy), Regional Municipality of Peel, more particularly described as Part 1 on Plan RD-49 be declared surplus to the needs of the Regional Municipality of Peel.
RECOMMENDATION GC-124-2005:
That The Regional Municipality of Peel, as vendor, enter into an agreement with Partacc Developments Inc., as purchaser, for the fee simple purchase of lands described as Part of Lot 14, Concession 5, East of Hurontario Street, City of Brampton (formerly Township of Chinguacousy), Regional Municipality of Peel, more particularly described as Part 1 on Plan RD-49 for a purchase price of $70,000;
And further, that net proceeds from the sale be deposited to Reserve R0241 (Capital Finance Stabilization - Water).
HO-C. COMMUNICATIONS
HO-C1. Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Letter dated April14, 2005, Responding to Chair Kolb's Letter dated February 4, 2005, Regarding Rent Supplement Funding (Resolution 2005-77)
Received
See also Items HO-C2 and HO-C3
HO-C2. News Release: From the Government of Ontario, dated April 29, 2005, Announcing the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Agreement in which $602 Million will be Allocated Towards Affordable Housing in Ontario
Received
See also Items HO-C1 and HO-C3
HO-C3. News Release: From the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), dated May 2, 2005, Regarding the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program Announcement made by Joe Fontana, Minister of Labour and Housing and David Caplan, Minister of Public Infrastructure and Renewal on April 29, 2005
Received
See also Items HO-C1 and HO-C2
HO-C4. Pat Saito, Acting Mayor, City of Mississauga, Ward 9, Letter dated April 28, 2005 to John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Minister Responsible for Seniors, Regarding Resolution 0098-2005 Adopted by The Council of the Corporation of the City of Mississauga, Endorsing the Recommendations Presented by the Peel Advisory Working Group on Older Adults' Housing to the Government of Ontario
Received
Chaired by Vice-Chair A. Groves |
HS-A. INTERDEPARTMENTAL
HS-A1. Smog Summit 2005
RECOMMENDATION GC-125-2005:
That the Region of Peel's 2005 Actions to Improve Air Quality as outlined in Appendix I to the report of the Acting Medical Officer of Health; Commissioners of Health; Planning; Public Works; People, Information and Technology; Social Services; the Commissioner of Housing and Property and General Manager, Peel Living; the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Regional Solicitor and the Treasurer and Commissioner of Finance dated April 22, 2005, titled "Smog Summit 2005", be approved;
And further, that the Region of Peel's 2005 Actions to Improve Air Quality as outlined in Appendix I to the subject report be communicated at the 2005 Smog Summit.
HEALTH
HS-B. Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention
HS-B1. Comprehensive School Health Update
HS-C. Long-Term Care
HS-C1. Nurse Call System for Davis Centre
RECOMMENDATION GC-126-2005:
That replacement of the obsolete nurse call system included in the 2005 Capital Budget and 2005 to 2014 Capital forecast as Capital Project 05-5451 in the amount of $100,000 be advanced from 2006 to 2005 to ensure the safety of the Davis Centre's residents, smooth integration of the fire alarm system with the nurse call system, and to take advantage of potential cost savings by replacing both the fire alarm and the nurse call systems at the same time;
And further, that the necessary funds for Capital Project 05-5451 in the amount of $100,000 be financed from the Long Term Care Equipment Reserve (R2291).
HS-C2. Medical Equipment and Supplies Request for Proposal - Award
RECOMMENDATION GC-127-2005:
That Document 2005-006P for the Provision of Medical Supplies, Equipment and Services required by Long-Term Care (LTC) and Public Health (PH) be awarded to Futuremed Health Care Products L.P. (Futuremed) in the estimated amount of $1,085,000 (excluding applicable taxes) for a 34 month term commencing July 1, 2005 and expiring on April 30, 2008 being the most cost-effective solution in accordance with Purchasing By-Law 62-2001;
And further, that the award to Futuremed be increased to purchase medical equipment and supplies related to any unforeseen operational issues up to the limit of the approved budget;
And further, that the contract be extended for two additional 12 month periods, based on satisfactory service, performance, and pricing, in an amount not to exceed the approved operating budgets in the Health Department for medical supplies, equipment and services for each optional year.
Councillor Prentice departed at 3:09 p.m.
SOCIAL SERVICES
HS-D. General Services
HS-D1. Canada Social Transfer: Proposal to Federation of Canadian Municipalities
RECOMMENDATION GC-128-2005:
That the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' resolution titled "Canada Social Transfer" attached as Appendix I to the report of the Commissioner of Social Services, dated April 19, 2005, titled "Canada Social Transfer: Proposal to Federation of Canadian Municipalities, be endorsed;
And further, that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities be requested to encourage the Federal government to include a municipal representation in the review process for Canada Social Transfer;
And further, that a copy of the subject report be submitted to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for consideration at its annual meeting in June 2005;
And further, that copies of the subject report be forwarded to the Canadian Council for Social Development, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and all Peel area MPs and MPPs.
HS-E. Ontario Works in Peel
HS-E1. Ontario Works Advanced Case Management and Development Program: Supporting Employment in Casework
Received
HS-E2. Ontario Works - Consolidated Verification Process
RECOMMENDATION GC-129-2005:
That the Regional Chair write the Minister of Community and Social Services recommending the province-wide improvement of Consolidated Verification Process (CVP) risk factors and integration of same within the provincial Service Delivery Model Technology (SDMT), using the process utilized successfully in Peel Region as set out in the report of the Commissioner of Social Services dated May 1, 2005 titled "Ontario Works - Consolidated Verification Process";
And further, that the Province be requested to provide 80 per cent of the cost incurred by Peel for this project.
HS-F. COMMUNICATIONS
HS-F1. John Kaldeway, President and Chief Executive Officer, Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Letter dated April 19, 2005, Responding to a Letter from Chair Kolb on the Health Risk Assessment Study at Toronto Pearson International Airport (Resolution 2005-290)
Received
Chaired by Councillor G. Miles |
EXECUTIVE OFFICE
MA-A. Chief Administrative Officer
MA-A1. Report of the Joint Use Facility (JUF) Steering Committee (JUFSC-2005-2) Meeting held on May 5, 2005
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDATION JUFSC-2-2005:
That the agenda for the May 5, 2005, Joint Use Facility Steering Committee meeting be approved.
Additional Item
Distribution of Joint Use Facility Agenda Material (Oral)
Received
2. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONSa) Chris Bullock, Manager Development and Construction, Housing and Property, Providing an Update on the Terraprobe Soils Investigation, and Reviewing the Schedule of Building Tours for the Purpose of Reviewing Furniture Configuration Layouts
Received
Item 2d was dealt with.
d) Ross Carter-Wingrove, Project Manager, Housing and Property, Reviewing Four Principal Parking Options with Anticipated Associated Costs
Received
b) Carl Blanchaer, WZMH Architects, Discussing Building Linkage Options; the Impact on Cost and Physical Implications Associated with these Options; Comments on Integration of Building Systems; Emergency Preparedness and; Review of Escalation of Project CostsReceived
c) Jeff MacCrae, Director of Finance, Housing and Property, Regarding the Identification of Staff Projections and Associated Service Functions; Discussion of Process Related to Assembly and Reporting of Data
Received
d) Ross Carter-Wingrove, Project Manager, Housing and Property, Reviewing Four Principal Parking Options with Anticipated Associated Costs
3. REPORTS
4. COMMUNICATIONS
5. NEXT MEETINGThe next meeting date of the Joint Use Facility Steering Committee is scheduled for May 12, 2005, at 8:00 a.m. at the Creekside facility. A map to the facility will be distributed with the agenda.
6. OTHER BUSINESS / QUESTION PERIODa) Scheduling of Joint Use Facility Steering Committee Meetings (Oral)
Received
b) Tour of Creekside Facility (Oral)
Received
MA-A2. Report of the Joint Use Facility (JUF) Steering Committee (JUFSC-2005-3) Meeting held on May 12, 20051. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDATION JUFSC-3-2005:
That the agenda for the May 12, 2005, Joint Use Facility Steering Committee meeting be approved.
2. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONSa) Chris Bullock, Manager, Development and Construction, Housing and Property, Presenting the Geotechnical Results
Received
b) Carl Blanchaer, WZMH Architects, Presenting the following information in relation to Parking:
i. Overview
ii. Zoning vs. Market Consideration
iii. Schematic Expanded Footprint Plan (previous presentation Option 2)
iv. 150 Central Park DriveReceived
c) Jeff MacCrae, Director of Finance, Housing and Property, Regarding Staffing as it Relates to Proposed Move-in Populations and Functions:
i. (JUF)) with Staff Activities (Direct Program Delivery vs. Proposed Move-in (relocation to Joint Use Facility Administration)
ii. Leased Facilities (not relocating to JUF) with Staff Activities (Direct Program Delivery vs. Administration)
iii. Currently at 10 Peel Centre Dr. (not relocating to JUF) with Staff Activities (Direct Program Delivery vs. Administration)Received
3. REPORTS
4. COMMUNICATIONS
5. NEXT MEETINGThe next meeting date of the Joint Use Facility Steering Committee is scheduled for Thursday, May 19, 2005, at 8:00 a.m., Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Dr..
6. OTHER BUSINESS / QUESTION PERIODa. Workstation Tour
Received
b. Cafeteria Tour
Received
c. General discussion regarding tours:
i. Typical Workstation Partition Heights
ii. Existing Furniture
iii. Lighting
iv. Coat StorageReceived
FINANCE
MA-B. Corporate Finance
MA-B1. Municipal Performance Measurement Program 2004 Results
Received
MA-B2. Section 300 - Service Improvements and Barriers to Improvement
RECOMMENDATION GC-130-2005:
That the report of the Treasurer and Commissioner of Finance, dated May 4, 2005, titled "Section 300 - Service Improvements and Barriers to Improvements" be received;
And further, that the subject report, confirming compliance by the Region of Peel with Section 300 of the Municipal Act, 2001, be made available to the public by publication on the Region of Peel website;
And further, that a copy be forwarded to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
MA-B3. Funding of Capped Property Tax Increases
RECOMMENDATION GC-131-2005:
That the necessary by-law be presented to Regional Council for approval which notifies of the amounts of reductions to tax decreases required to fund the capped tax increases of properties in the commercial, industrial and multi-residential classes.
MA-B4. Regional Position on Changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997
RECOMMENDATION GC-132-2005:
That the report of the Treasurer and Commissioner of Finance titled "Regional Position on Changes to the Development Charges Act, 1997" dated May 19, 2005 be amended to include a separate heading and commentary specifically addressing hospital funding;
And further, that the subject report be forwarded to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing ("MMAH").
MA-C. COMMUNICATIONS
MA-C1. Malcolm Bates, Director, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Letter dated February 28, 2005, to Mayor McCallion, Advising of a Joint Committee of Members of the Emergency Health Services Branch, the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) and the Office of the Fire Marshal, Studying the Role of Fire Services in Emergency and Tiered Responses
Received
MA-C2. Garry W. Morden, Fire Chief, City of Mississauga, Memorandum dated March 9, 2005 to Mayor McCallion, Responding to a letter from Mr. Bates dated February 28, 2005
Received
MA-C3. Cheri Cowan, Clerk, Town of Caledon, Letter dated April 12, 2005 to John Gerretsen, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and Minister Responsible for Seniors, Requesting an Amendment to the Municipal Act, 2001 to Clearly State that Enactment of the Legislation Does not Change the Allocation of Powers between Upper-Tier and Lower-Tier Municipalities, and a Revision to the Table Accompanying Subsection 1(2) of Bill 111
Received
MA-C4. Steve Shaw, Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Greater Toronto Airports Authority, Letter dated April 22, 2005, Advising of the Persons Selected for Appointment to the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) Board of Directors
Received
MA-C5. Alert: Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), dated April 22, 2005, Urging Municipalities to Contact their Federal MPs to Support the Passage of the Federal Budget Bill
Received
MA-C6. News Release: Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), dated April 22, 2005, Urging the Federal Government to Make Passage of the Budget a Priority
Received
MA-C7. Neil T. McKerrell, Chief, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, Letter dated April 25, 2005, Congratulating the Region of Peel on its Implementation of an Essential Level Emergency Management Program and Requesting a Date for a Formal Presentation
Received
MA-C8. Marie Bountrogianni, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration and Minister of Children and Youth Services, Letter dated April 27, 2005, Responding to a Letter from Chair Kolb on Bill 118 and Congratulating the Joint-Peel Caledon Accessibility Advisory Committee and the Regional Municipality of Peel for their Continued Contributions to Improving Accessibility in Ontario (Resolution 2005-202)
Referred to the Joint Peel-Caledon Accessibility Advisory CommitteeMA-C9. News Release: Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, dated April 29, 2005, Recognizing the Dedication of Municipally Elected Officials in Central Ontario, including Chair Kolb and Mayor McCallion during the Ontario Municipal Conference in Niagara Falls on April 29, 2005
Received
MA-C10. Ralph Goodale, Minister of Finance, and John Godfrey, Minister of State, Infrastructure and Communities, Providing an Update on the 2005 Federal Budget and the New Deal for Cities and Communities
Received
MA-C11. Member Communication: Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), dated May 4, 2005, Providing an Update on the Federal New Deal for Municipalities
Received
Chaired by Councillor E. Moore |
PL-A. Planning Policy and Research
PL-A1. Peel Region's Interest in Hydro Corridor Lands for Secondary Uses
RECOMMENDATION GC-133-2005:
That the report of the Commissioner of Planning dated April 27, 2005 titled "Peel Region's Interest in Hydro Corridor Lands For Secondary Uses" be endorsed as the Region's submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on the Province's Hydro Corridors Secondary Land Use Project;
And further, that the Province be notified that submissions by the Cities of Mississauga and Brampton do not conflict with the Region's submission;
And further, that the Province be requested to provide municipalities with the opportunity to express their interest in transferred hydro corridors not mapped during the current exercise;
And further, that the Province be requested to give preferential treatment to the public sector for secondary uses in all hydro corridors, and not just the hydro corridors transferred on December 31, 2002;
And further, that the Province be requested to not dispose of hydro corridor lands and instead reserve them for future public uses, and give public uses priority over private uses, licenses, or easements;
And further, that the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing be requested to establish a regular review process for secondary uses in the hydro corridors, coincident with official plan reviews, to ensure relevance with municipal initiatives;
And further, that the Province be requested to notify municipalities of decisions made on provincial and municipal expressions of interest in the hydro corridors, including the rationale used in such determination;
And further, that the Province be requested to ensure inter-regional public transit as a priority for secondary uses in the hydro corridors where feasible;
And further, that the Province be requested to consider storm water management ponds to facilitate intensification, car pool parking lots, and wind mills as appropriate public secondary uses in all hydro corridors, where technically feasible;
And further, that municipalities be requested to forward for Provincial consideration, the results of studies currently underway that may influence a municipality's interest in the hydro corridors for secondary uses;
And further, that a copy of the subject report be circulated to area municipalities in Peel, the Greater Toronto Area Regions, the Cities of Toronto and Hamilton, Conservation Authorities in Peel Region, Municipal Programs and Education Branch of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for information.
PL-B. COMMUNICATIONS
PL-B1. Brian Penman, Chair, Conservation Halton, Letter dated April 8, 2005, Requesting Municipalities to Forward a Letter of Concern to the Minister of Natural Resources Regarding Efforts to Re-invest in Ontario's Conservation Authorities
Received
PL-B2. J. Greg Ashbee, Senior Project Engineer, GO Transit Rail Improvement Program, Letter dated April 27, 2005, Advising of the Notice of Study Commencement, Georgetown Corridor (Halton Subdivision) Rail Expansion, Environmental Assessment and Preliminary Design
Received
PL-B3. Don Scott, Chair, Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC), Letter dated April 26, 2005, Acknowledging the Vision and the Guiding Principles for the Growth Plan and Emphasizing that the Principles of "Vision for 2031" should Guide Planning for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
Received
Regional Chair Kolb presided. |
PW-A. Water and Wastewater Treatment
PW-A1. Purchase of Laboratory Equipment, Project Number 02-2010, Document 2004-681T
RECOMMENDATION GC-134-2005:
That Document 2004-681T for the purchase of a Liquid Chromatograph and Mass Spectrometer for the Region of Peel Environmental Control Laboratory be awarded to Agilent Technologies Canada Inc., located in Mississauga, in the estimated amount of $211,410.42 (excluding applicable taxes), under Capital Project 02-2010 (Equipment for Environmental Control), in accordance with Purchasing By-law 62-2001;
And further, that additional funds in the amount of $31,350 be provided to Capital Project 02-2010 financed from the Wastewater Capital Financing Stabilization Reserve R0242.
PW-B. Waste Management
PW-B1. 2005 First Quarter Waste Management Tonnage Report
Received
PW-C. COMMUNICATIONS
PW-C1. Leona Dombrowsky, Minister of the Environment, Letter dated April 14, 2005, Responding to Chair Kolb's Letter Regarding Amendments to Newspaper Stewards In-Kind Contributions Under the Blue Box Program Plan (Resolution 2005-279)
Received
PW-C2. Bruce Hollands, The Rothwell Group Inc., Letter dated April 22, 2005, Acknowledging the City of Ottawa's Use of Large Diameter Vinyl Pipe for Water Transmission Mains
Referred to Public Works staff
G. IN CAMERA MATTERS
Chaired by Regional Chair E. Kolb
Committee moved In Camera at 3:29 p.m.
G1. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose
G2. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose
Committee moved out of In Camera at 3:34 p.m.
The following motion was placed with respect to in camera matters, Item G2 and voted upon in accordance with Section 239(6)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001:
RECOMMENDATION GC-135-2005:
That staff be directed to lodge a complaint with Professional Engineers Ontario respecting George R. Wesko, P. Eng. and the preparation for Carosi Construction Limited of a report dated November 5, 2004, to include a complaint of unprofessional conduct in the preparation of the report.
The meeting adjourned at 3:35 p.m.