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1994-10-03_Minutes 84-866 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 At a meeting of the Common Council, held at the City Hall in the City of Saint John, on Monday, the third day of October, AD. 1994, at 7:00 o'clock p.m. present Thomas J. Higgins, Mayor Councillors Chase, Coughlan, Gould, Knibb, McAlary, Rogers, Trites, A Vincent and M. Vincent - and - Messrs. 1. Totten, City Manager; F. Rodgers, City Solicitor; D. Wilson, Commissioner of Finance; C. Robichaud, Commissioner of Municipal Operations; J. C. MacKinnon, Commissioner of Environment and Infrastructure Services; P. Groody, Commissioner of Human Resources; S. Bedford, Commissioner of Development Services; W.D. Todd, Director of Housing and Property Management; D. Logan, Purchasing Agent; B. Steeves, Building Inspector; J. Baird, Manager - Development Division, Planning; W. Edwards, Manager of Works; G. Seaman, Land Information Coordinator, Planning; G. Tait, Fire Chief; B. Fillmore, Assistant Deputy Chief of Police; Mrs. M. Munford, Common Clerk; and Ms. C. Joyce, Assistant Common Clerk. 1. MeetinQ Called To Order - OpeninQ Prayer Mayor Higgins called the meeting to order, and offered the opening prayer. 2. Approval of Minutes On motion of Deputy Mayor McAlary Seconded by Councillor Coughlan RESOLVED that minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on September 26, 1994, be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 3. Mavor's Remarks The Mayor commented on his attendance earlier this date at Fort Howe where high school students were involved in the planting of trees on the hillside, and commended the teachers and students of the Fundy Region for their involvement in this tree planting event throughout the area, including Saint John Vocational School, Bellisle Regional High School, Simonds High School, Hampton High School, St. Vincent's High School, Saint John High School, Centre Scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain, Kennebecasis Valley High School and Saint Malachys Memorial High School; noted the success of the September 26 - 27 Saint John Port Days and the September 27 McHappy Day in the Saint John-Fundy Region area, the latter which raised in excess of $12,620 for the Ronald McDonald House; also commented on the Saturday, October 3 christening of the HMCS Charlottetown; and proclaimed October 9 to 15 to be Fire Prevention Week in the City of Saint John. Deputy Mayor McAlary expressed concern about the discontinuance of the VIA passenger rail service to the City of Saint John commencing on December 15, and encouraged the citizens of Saint John to send letters and petitions to VIA Rail in an effort to see if they can persuade VIA to at least have a day liner that will operate between Moncton and Saint John six days a week. On motion of Deputy Mayor McAlary Seconded by Councillor Coughlan RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of Saint John request the Federal Minister of Transport and VIA Rail to 84-867 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 support a day liner service between Moncton and Saint John to connect to the Ocean rail line. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 4. Zoning By-Law Text Amendment 1121 ManawaQonish Road The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to a proposed Zoning By-Law text amendment to amend Section 520(2)(e) by adding the following as Section 520(2)(e)(iii): "(iii) notwithstanding subclause (i), a motel may be located at 1121 Manawagonish Road.", to permit the existing motel to expand and make structural renovations to the exterior of the building, as requested by Doug King, and that no written objections were received in this regard. No person was present with respect to the proposed amendment. Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of the Planning Department's report considered at the Committee's September 27 meeting at which no one appeared, nor were any letters received; and recommending that Common Council amend the City of Saint John Zoning By-Law with respect to the subject property, located at 1121 Manawagonish Road, also identified as NBGIC Number 397430, by amending Section 520(2)(e) by adding the following as Section 520(2)(e)(iii): "(iii) notwithstanding subclause (i), a motel may be located at 1121 Manawagonish Road.". On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that the by-law to amend the Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John, by amending Section 520(2)(e) by adding the following as Section 520(2)(e)(iii): "(iii) notwithstanding subclause (i), a motel may be located at 1121 Manawagonish Road.", be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time the by-law to amend the Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOLVED that the by-law to amend the Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John, by amending Section 520(2)(e) by adding the following as Section 520(2)(e)(iii): "(iii) notwithstanding subclause (i), a motel may be located at 1121 Manawagonish Road.", be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time the by-law to amend the Zoning By-Law of the City of Saint John. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Deputy Mayor McAlary RESOLVED that the above report from the Planning Advisory Committee be received and filed. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 84-868 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 * Added Item On motion of Councillor M. Vincent Seconded by Councillor Knibb RESOLVED that the City Manager's report on the tender for road salt (copies of which were forwarded to Council members as an information item) be added to the agenda of this meeting for consideration as item 5A. Question being taken, the motion was carried. In response to Councillor Gould's query about an accident involving a woman who fell in the area of the Reversing Falls stairway, Mr. Robichaud advised that, having heard about the accident and also that there was a sprained ankle report last year in the same area with the insurance company's suggestion being that at least a sign be posted, he visited the site earlier this date and, while the sign is not up as yet, it is staff's intent to do that as soon as possible; and commented on an area at the foot of the stairs which is an outcropping of rock that is rather steep and his suggestion that people should stay away from it as it is dangerous. On motion of Councillor Coughlan Seconded by Councillor A. Vincent RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of Saint John extend congratulations to Mr. Michael Caddell on his appointment as Acting General Manager of Harbour Station and wish him well in his new assignment. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5. Site of Old DVA Hospital. Lancaster Avenue On motion of Councillor Rogers Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Rogers regarding the property on Lancaster Avenue known as the site of the old DVA Hospital be referred to The Honourable Jim Lockyer, Minister of Supply and Services, for a detailed report on what the future intent of this site will be. Question being taken, the motion was carried. *5A. Tender For Road Salt On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOLVED that the report from the City Manager responding to a request at the September 26 Council meeting for a relevant analysis and comparison of the cost of salt and trucking -- be received and filed. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 7. Progress Payment - Install Condenser Unit. Stu Hurlev Arena On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Rogers RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, authority be granted for payment of the following construction progress certificate, namely:- 84-869 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 1. Contract PC0001 00777 Higgins & Wilson Refrigeration Install condenser unit, Stu Hurley Arena Original estimated value of contract Total work done, Estimate Number One Retention Payments previously approved Sum recommended for payment, Progress Estimate Number One, dated September 26, 1994 Holdback release. $33,729.00 34,795.73 Nil 29,576.37 $ 5,219.36 Question being taken, the motion was carried. 8. Tender For LandscapinQ Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising the result of staff's inquiry into why only one company, Maritime Sod Ltd., responded to the tender for landscaping and why its price of $31,450 was so much greater than the architect's estimate of $19,000; and submitting a recommendation in this regard. On motion of Councillor Coughlan Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, the tender of Maritime Sod Ltd., for landscaping pedway land, not be accepted, and that staff be authorized to negotiate with Maritime Sod Ltd. to establish a cost for this project more in keeping with its estimated value and to report the result of that negotiation to Council within one week for approval. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9. Tender For Contract 94-21 ManawaQonish Road Watermain On motion of Councillor Coughlan Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, contract 94-21, lining 600 mm diameter watermain - Manawagonish Road, be awarded to Fairville Construction Ltd., at the tendered price of $197,665, as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10. Tender For Demolition Of Former Old Black River Road School Property Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising that the Province of New Brunswick has acquired the former Old Black River Road School property and, having requested the City to tender for its demolition, two tenders were received and the City will be reimbursed for the cost of the demolition, plus $300 for its costs; and submitting a recommendation for the award of the tender. On motion of Councillor M. Vincent Seconded by Deputy Mayor McAlary RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, the tender of Gould's Trucking Ltd., in the amount of $4,922, be accepted for the demolition of the former Old Black River Road School property at 740 Old Black River Road (NBGIC Number 340372). Question being taken, the motion was carried. 84-870 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 12. Staff For Bv-Law Enforcement Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising that, while designation for enforcement of the Zoning and Building By-Laws is normally held by the Building Inspector and the Deputy Building Inspector who are authorized to issue orders and commence proceedings in Provincial Court for violations under these By- Laws and an argument was raised in a recent court case concerning the authority of the Building Inspector to lay a charge in Provincial Court, the Judge found he did have this authority; however, in order to avoid the same argument being raised again, it is recommended that Common Council adopt the submitted resolution. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Deputy Mayor McAlary RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, the following resolution be adopted, namely:- "WHEREAS the Common Council of the City of Saint John has enacted certain by-laws under and pursuant to the authority of the Community Planning Act of New Brunswick, including the Zoning By-Law and the Building By-Law: BE IT RESOLVED that the Building Inspector and the Deputy Building Inspector are designated as persons who may commence proceedings in the Provincial Court of New Brunswick with respect to offences which are listed in Section 95 of the Community Planning Act and occur within the City of Saint John.". Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13. Request To Be Removed From DouQlas Avenue Preservation Area Read a report from the City Manager outlining, in response to William and Brenda James' request to Council on September 6 to withdraw their property from the Douglas Avenue heritage area, the procedure for a property to be removed from a preservation area; noting that an extensive public process was carried out prior to designation of only properties interested in being included in the Douglas Avenue Preservation Area and a Certificate of Appropriateness was issued and a grant in the amount of $1,023.26 was paid out in 1993 for work completed on the rehabilitation of the verandah of the subject property; and submitting a recommendation in this regard. On motion of Councillor Rogers Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Council direct the City Manager to (1) proceed with the process required under the Municipal Heritage Preservation Act, Chapter M-21.1, to amend the Preservation Areas By-Law with respect to the removal of 65-67 Clarendon Street and (2) to refer this item to the Preservation Review Board for a report and recommendation. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 4A. CANTEC - General Hospital Site Consideration was given to correspondence from CANTEC outlining its qualifications for a Saint John New Brunswick redevelopment program involving the old General Hospital site, with Phase I to focus on finalizing project financing, the resurrection of the General Hospital and establishing the building products plants which will not only make the resurrected General Hospital very special in terms of its energy efficiency, operating costs and habitability, but will also become export industries, with Phase II having five main elements, all of which are major projects which would continue the economic revitalization begun in Phase I, transforming Saint John into a leader in green industries and a major centre in the global transportation network, and position the Port of Saint John to take maximum advantage of shipping industry trends; and requesting to make a presentation to Council on the development of the General 84-871 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 Hospital site. Messrs. Peter AD. Mill, Chairman of CANTEC and Peter Jardine, Vice President of Products for CANTEC, were present at the meeting, and Mr. Jardine commented on the background of how CANTEC arrived at the position of wanting to present this proposal which involves removal of everything that was built after the original two wings and the tower between them which was built in the late 1920s and the retention and resurrection of the original structure; also commented on the financing on the basis that it would mean no increase in City taxes to complete the project and its structure on a 25-year reducible lease-back arrangement; and requested that Council consider starting the process by providing CANTEC with a letter of interest to allow CANTEC to set in motion the procedure which will bring to the City the people who control the money and, while CANTEC would not be involved in those negotiations from that point on, the moment that Council signs an agreement to take advantage of that financing and allow the project to proceed, CANTEC would undertake very quickly, within 24 or 48 hours, to secure the site, ensure that back taxes on the site are paid, and guarantee to Council that the Police Department will occupy the new Police facilities on that site before the expiry of its current lease. Mr. Jardine elaborated on the two phases of the project, noting the anticipated total job creation from manufacturing in the region of 600 permanent jobs, and an estimated 500 to 600 man- years of work on the redevelopment of the building itself; and explained that CANTEC is, essentially, the project manager of a consortium of companies, all of which have a long history and currently involved in their own independent projects but which come together for a project like the General Hospital under the CANTEC umbrella, in such a way that allows the bringing together of the best possible expertise for the job at hand, and that some of the consortium members, in fact, have already worked in Saint John on the Market Square project and the representative of these companies and of CANTEC in Saint John will be Mr. Gardner from Gardner Electric, and CANTEC is in the process of opening up an office along side Gardner Electric to establish its presence in the City. Mr. Mill, through a slide presentation, provided details of the CANTEC proposal for the old General Hospital which would be built at a cost 10 per cent less than anyone on the market, provide a building that would give 25 per cent less operating costs, a 50 per cent reduction in energy consumption in a new building and a one-third longer life because of the monitoring systems that would be put into the building, with no cost to the City for upfront funding; commented on the financial arrangements and CANTEC's offer of green technology; suggested that, while he would deal with Phase I of the project, Phase II could be referred to the City Manager and Enterprise Saint John for investigation and a report to Council with a clearer demonstration of the full value of the details being put forward in these long-term projects; and apprised Council, if a letter of interest is approved and a subsequent agreement is entered into between the City and the financial group, of the project schedule through to completion in 1996. Mr. Mill showed slides depicting the subject site and the manner in which the land would be allocated, including placement of the buildings, as well as buildings in which CANTEC has been involved; advised the anticipated qualities relative to the building's performance, the building cost data, and the types of technology that would be brought into the City; and summarized his presentation to the effect that CANTEC is not only indicating that it wants to look after the safeguard of the old part of the building but is asking Council to consider the added value that it would get, including assurances of 600 man-years in the sense of the building process, the retention of a heritage piece of architecture and getting rid of all the other pieces, new technologies in the industry and manufacturing side that would take up presently vacant warehouses, new jobs and training, and the opening of a gateway of confidence in City staff to look at the other proposals on the table. Messrs. Mill and Jardine responded to Council queries relative to CANTEC's principals and proposal, including the extent of its approach to the Province; financing for the project and the manner in which a cost of $50 million was arrived at, including an allocation of $10 million for each of the court and police station, $10 million for refurbishment of the wing and tower and $20 million for the infrastructure and the retirement homes; the green building concept; the timing relevant to the project schedule presented above; and its involvement with the Port Corporation on pre-fab housing, as well as with regard to a bicycle project. Mr. Mill clarified for Mr. Totten an indication that a slab would be created on which the City would build a Police station; and, in response to Mr. Wilson, advised that CANTEC would be prepared to give the City fixed contract prices on, for example, just the Police station, noting the above amounts given by him. 84-872 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 The Mayor thanked Messrs. Mill and Jardine for their presentation, and it was noted that Council would consider a motion in this regard later in the meeting. (The Mayor withdrew from the meeting whereupon Deputy Mayor McAlary assumed the chair.) 6. Saint John Civic NumberinQ Bv-Law Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising that the Government of New Brunswick has approved implementation of the NB 9-1-1 emergency service for the Province which will provide enhanced emergency response to all residents of New Brunswick and enable the system to generate the address of the caller in the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Centre so that it is not necessary for callers to be able to identify their location as the system will do this automatically through an Automatic Location Identifier (All) which ties the telephone number to a specific address; and also that the City of Saint John has established a working partnership with the Department of Municipalities, Culture and Housing, NBTel and Andersen Consulting, the three key partners in the NB 9-1-1 project; commenting on the City's present engagement in a 9-1-1 Civic Address Program in that civic addressing is the corner stone of the enhanced 9-1-1 system; and recommending that Council adopt the submitted Saint John Civic Numbering By-Law. Mr. Seaman, through a slide presentation, explained the NB 9-1-1 emergency service for the Province, and the City's action with respect to its Civic Address Program, and responded to Council queries relevant to vacant lots and buildings, street naming, and provision of numbers and signage; and, in response to Councillor A. Vincent's concern about private roads, staff was asked to look into the manner in which private roads will be handled with respect to civic numbering. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOLVED that the Saint John Civic Numbering By-Law be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor A. Vincent voting "nay". Read a first time the Saint John Civic Numbering By-Law. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that the Saint John Civic Numbering By-Law be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor A. Vincent voting "nay". Read a second time the Saint John Civic Numbering By-Law. (The Mayor re-entered the meeting and reassumed the chair.) 11. Cafe Au Lait - Change Of Location In City Market On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, (a) the lease between the City of Saint John and Cafe au Lait for stall #5 in the City Market be terminated, effective November 12, 1994; and (b) a lease be approved between the City of Saint John and Cafe au Lait for stall #8 in the City Market for a period of twenty-five and one half (25.5) months (November 14, 1994 - December 84-873 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 31,1996). During discussion Mr. Robichaud commented on the three proposals received from each of Cafe au Lait, Stilwell Foods Ltd., and Wendy Gallant of Old Market Greetings and Gifts, and explained staff's consideration of tenant mix and tenant concerns in evaluating applications for space at the City Market, and also that new proposal requests would be issued for the space to be vacated by Cafe au Lait; and reference was made to a letter from Mr. G. Stilwell of Stilwell Foods Ltd. (copies of which were forwarded to Council members on an individual basis) which referred to a letter hand-delivered to him by Deputy Market Clerk P. Palmer and to not having been given an opportunity to expand on his proposal, and Mr. Robichaud expressed the understanding that the unsuccessful applicants had dialogue with City staff, although he is not sure of the extent of that dialogue in that the fact is that they both submitted in writing what they intended to do with the space and, looking at those letters, he does not see any more need for extensive dialogue, and Mr. Totten suggested that, given Council's concerns over the process, Council could table the matter for staff to have further discussion, and advised that he cannot say at this time that, after the proposals were submitted, staff went back once again to check with the applicants to elaborate on the proposals. On motion of Councillor A. Vincent Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that the above matter be laid on the table for one week for the City Manager and the Deputy Market Clerk to meet with Mr. Stilwell. Question being taken, the tabling motion was carried. 14. Environment Canada/Airport Weather Office Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager outlining operational changes at the local office of Environment Canada, located at the Saint John Airport, which will have a significant impact on the Works Department snow control operations; and submitting a recommendation in this regard. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, a letter be sent to the Federal Minister of the Environment to request that the operational changes which have occurred and are scheduled to occur at the Saint John Airport Weather Office be reconsidered and that a meteorological service similar to the past be provided whereby the local weather office will have access to and ability to collect climatological data relative to the City of Saint John and be able to provide the requested information in a timely fashion, and also that the City consult with the District 6 and 8 School Boards and the Provincial Department of Transportation for support in this regard. (Councillor Coughlan withdrew from the meeting.) At Councillor Trites' suggestion, the mover and seconder agreed to add to the motion that consultation be held with the District 6 and 8 School Boards as the operational changes will have an effect on the transportation systems within the schools, as well as to consult with and get the support of the Provincial Department of Transportation. Question being taken, the motion was carried. (Councillor Coughlan re-entered the meeting.) 15. SinQle-Fare Schedule For Taxis Consideration was given to a report from the City Solicitor referring to the Taxi Committee's letter considered by Council on August 8 dealing with the requirement for a single fare schedule as the basic assumption of a meter system and requesting 84-874 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 Council to petition the Minister to allow Council to set a limit on the number of taxi licenses which the City may issue, and advising that there is presently no authority in the Municipalities Act for Council to enact a by-law containing the foregoing provisions and, if Council wishes to proceed on this matter, enabling legislation should be obtained through a Provincial amendment to the Act. The report also advises that the Cities of New Brunswick Association in February 1994 did not adopt the resolution to ask the Minister of Municipalities, Culture and Housing to amend the Act to allow for minimum fees, and he has been informed that the Province is not considering at this time any amendments to the Municipalities Act dealing with the taxi industry. On motion of Councillor Chase Seconded by Deputy Mayor McAlary RESOLVED that Council immediately request the Minister of Municipalities, Culture and Housing to amend the Municipalities Act to allow for minimum fees for taxi cabs and to enable the City to deal with meters, and also that the matter be referred for consideration at the forthcoming Cities of New Brunswick Association. The Mayor made the observation that the above report indicates that the Province is not considering at this time any amendments to the Municipalities Act dealing with the taxi industry. Question being taken, the motion was carried with the Mayor voting "nay". 16. Committee of the Whole Report Read report of the Committee of the Whole (as follows) To the COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Saint John The Committee of the Whole reports Your Committee reports that it sat on September 26, 1994, when there were present Mayor Higgins and Councillors Chase, Coughlan, Knibb, McAlary, Rogers, Trites and M. Vincent, and your Committee submits the following recommendations, namely:- 1. That as recommended by the City Manager, the City acquire from Dr. Sean Keyes a portion of his property at 661 Dever Road, containing about 5,400 square feet as illustrated of the submitted plan, on the following terms and conditions:- (1) the purchase price to be $12,000 plus G.S.T.; and (2) the City will be responsible for the preparation of the necessary survey plan and any legal costs incurred by Dr. Keyes. 2. That as recommended by the City Manager, the City acquire a 20-foot easement from the owners of 239 Morrison Road, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Henry, to permit the installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of a storm sewer at a total cost of $6,000. 3. That as recommended by the City Manager, Public Works Canada be given an option to purchase the property on Carleton Street, as illustrated on the submitted plan, on the following terms and conditions:- (1) the purchase price will be $165,000; and (2) the City execute the submitted "Option to Purchase" with the following additions and amendments: (i) the option will be for a 180-day period commencing October 1, 1994; (ii) during the option period, Public Works is authorized to make any necessary applications for amendments to the Zoning By-Law, such authorization neither implicitly or explicitly obligating Common Council to approve such amendments; and (iii) the transfer of title shall take place within 30 days of notice from the Minister of Public Works Canada of its intention to exercise the option. 4. That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council authorize the following actions required for the acquisitions of property for the Manawagonish 84-875 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 Creek sewer: (1) acquisition of all rights of Canadian Pacific Limited to a portion of the former Shoreline Road Line having an area of 5.75 acres, as illustrated on the submitted plan, for a price of $17,250; (2) acquisition of an easement having an area of about 10,300 square feet from Cedar Hill Greenwood Cemetery Company over its property identified as P.I.D. No. 395004; (3) acquisition of the interests of Central Guarantee Trust Company, in a portion of the former right-of-ways as illustrated on the submitted plan, having an area of about 64,144 square feet for a price of $1,200 plus all costs required to complete the transaction; and (4) the City Solicitor or his designate be authorized to initiate and proceed with all steps necessary to expropriate from the owner or owners, the fee simple absolute title in and to a portion of the former Shoreline Rail Line illustrated as Parcel B on a Plan of Survey prepared by Hughes Surveys and Consultants dated April 5, 1994. October 3, 1994, Saint John, N.B. Respectfully submitted, (sgd.) Thomas J. Higgins, C h air man. 16(1). Acquisition of Property On Dever Road On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Rogers RESOLVED that section 1 of the above report be adopted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 16(2). Acquisition of Storm Sewer Easement. 239 Morrison Road On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Deputy Mayor McAlary RESOLVED that section 2 of the above report be adopted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 16(3). Sale of Land On Carleton Street On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Coughlan RESOLVED that section 3 of the above report be adopted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 16(4). Easement For ManawaQonish Creek Sewer On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Deputy Mayor McAlary RESOLVED that section 4 of the above report be adopted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 17. Municipal and Public Utility Service Easements. 5 Golden Grove Road On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor Coughlan RESOLVED that as recommended by 84-876 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 the Planning Advisory Committee, Common Council rescind its July 25, 1994 assent of the previous submission and assent to the proposed municipal services and public utility easements as shown on the submitted photo-reduced subdivision plan with regard to 5 Golden Grove Road. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 18. Subdivision. 121 Crowlev Road On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that as recommended by the Planning Advisory Committee, (1) Common Council assent to the submitted photo- reduced subdivision plan of Lots 94-1 to 94-3, as well as to any required municipal services or public utility easements with regard to 121 Crowley Road; (2) Common Council assent to a 223-square metre (2,400-square foot) parcel of land to be consolidated into the Pelton Road right-of-way; and (3) a cash-in-lieu dedication be accepted for the required land for public purposes. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 19. Support Of Marco Polo Proiect On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that the letter from the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission (Enterprise Saint John) submitting a copy of its letter to the Premier of New Brunswick regarding the Marco Polo Project -- be received and filed with appreciation, and Council endorse Enterprise Saint John's letter of support to the Premier. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 20. Eric L. Teed - Open-Air Military Museum On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that the letter from Mr. Eric L. Teed suggesting that the City should give serious consideration to ascertain if a large number of ship anchors of various sizes could be obtained and placed in an open-air museum within the City -- be referred to the City Manager for advice. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 21. Wellness Festival 1994 On motion of Councillor Coughlan Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that the letter from the Co-Chair of Wellness Festival 1994 requesting a contribution -- be referred to the City Manager for consideration. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 22. Lovalist City Festival - Lovalist Plaza On motion of Councillor Chase Seconded by Councillor Coughlan RESOLVED that the letter from Loyalist City Festival expressing the opinion that the Loyalist Plaza is not fulfilling the 84-877 COMMON COUNCIL OCTOBER 3, 1994 function for which it was intended and that a permanent form of stage, possibly with provision for additions to be made for large events, would be of considerable benefit and would attract many more activities then presently exists -- be received and Loyalist City Festival be invited to meet with Council in this regard. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 4A. On motion of Councillor M. Vincent Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that Council thank Messrs. Peter A. D. Mill and Peter Jardine of CANTEC for their presentation on the matter of the development of the old General Hospital site, and refer the matter to the City Manager and appropriate staff, as well as to Enterprise Saint John for consideration. Question being taken, the motion was carried. On motion of Councillor Knibb Seconded by Councillor M. Vincent RESOLVED that this meeting be adjourned. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Common Clerk