1996-02-26_Minutes
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FEBRUARY 26, 1996
At a meeting of the Common Council, held at the City Hall in the City of
Saint John, on Monday, the twenty-sixth day of February, AD. 1996, at 7:00 o'clock
p.m.
present
Shirley McAlary, Mayor
Councillors Arthurs, Ball, Brown, Chase, Fitzpatrick, Gould,
Knibb, Vincent and Waldschutz
- and -
Messrs. 1. Totten, City Manager; F. Rodgers, City Solicitor; C.
Robichaud, Commissioner of Municipal Operations; J. C.
MacKinnon, Commissioner of Environment and Development
Services; P. Groody, Commissioner of Human Resources; W.
Butler, Commissioner of Community Services; P. Woods, Deputy
Commissioner of Finance; J. Baird, Manager, Community
Planning; D. Logan, Purchasing Agent; D. Sherwood, Chief of
Police; G. Tait, Fire Chief; Mrs. M. Munford, Common Clerk; and
Ms. C. Joyce, Assistant Common Clerk.
1. MeetinQ Called To Order - OpeninQ Prayer
Mayor McAlary called the meeting to order, and Reverend David Warren
of Saint John Foursquare Gospel Church offered the opening prayer.
2. Approval of Minutes
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Arthurs
RESOLVED that minutes of the meeting
of Common Council, held on February 19, 1996, be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
3(a) Zoning By-Law Amendment To
Re-Zone 381 Churchland Road
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was
completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land measuring 100 feet
by 100 feet and having an area of 10,000 square feet, located at 381 Churchland Road
(NBGIC Number 352427), from "RF" Rural to "RFM" Rural Mobile Home classification,
to permit the existing mobile home to remain on the property, as requested by Ms.
Janet Brockway, and 3{c) letters of opposition were received from David and Angela
Millett, Jim Knox of RE/MAX Professionals Inc., and Lorri and Tim Denton.
3{b)
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory
Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report and other correspondence
considered at the Committee's February 20 meeting at which the applicant spoke in
support of the re-zoning application and indicated her intent, if re-zoning were denied,
to consider renovating the mobile home to convert it to a one-family dwelling, and one
person spoke against the application; and recommending that (1) the re-zoning be
denied; and (2) Common Council approve the temporary placement of a mobile home
on the subject property for an additional six months.
Appearing in support of the above application, Ms. Irene Whitney of 401
Churchland Road expressed the opinion that the applicant's dwelling has not taken
anything from the value of her property and also that the applicant has done a lot of
work on both the land and the dwelling and should be allowed to stay there.
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Mr. Gordon Brockway introduced himself as Janet Brockway's father;
and spoke in support of her application on the basis of the improvements she has
made to the property and also as she was allowed to put a mobile home on the
property when she bought it; and asked Council to try to make some sort of
arrangements and compromise in this matter.
Mr. Alan Todd of 147 Owens Road advised his support of the application
and, having commented on the improvements to the property, suggested that this is not
a case of a trailer being put into a new subdivision as there is a variety of different
priced housing in the area and also that the lot is small and probably only suited for a
mobile home.
Mr. Gary Jacquard of Churchland Road spoke in support of the
application; made the observation that there are five other trailers in the area, none of
which has a foundation; and expressed the opinion that the subject property, in view of
the work done by the applicant, looks better than it has looked in a very long time.
Ms. Janet Brockway of 381 Churchland Road, appearing in support of
her application, commented on her financial situation, being on fixed income, and the
repairs made on her property; and, in response to Council queries, advised that, if she
had another year, she would do her best with respect to putting a foundation under the
mobile home, and also that she was aware of the one-year period upon placement of
her mobile home on the property and that the property was not zoned for the use to
which it was being put.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Arthurs
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
Planning Advisory Committee, the application of Ms. Janet Brockway for the re-zoning
of 381 Churchland Road be denied:
AND FURTHER that Common Council approve the temporary placement
of a mobile home at 381 Churchland Road for an additional one-year period.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
4. Municipal Plan Amendment
430 Prince Street
Public presentation was made of a proposed Municipal Plan amendment
to redesignate on Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use Plan, a property located at 430
Prince Street (NBGIC Numbers 55113427 and 55113435), lying between Prince Street
and the Saint John Throughway and having an area of approximately 1.75 hectares
(4.3 acres), from Major Institutional and Low Density Residential to District Centre
Commercial classification, to permit the re-zoning of the property to a "B-2" General
Business zone and subsequent conversion of the former Red Cross Lodge building on
the property to a combination of apartments and inn accommodations, together with
dining and reception facilities for residents and guests, as requested by Richard & Co.
Architecture Inc.
5. Lorneville Community & Recreation Association
Concerns Re Paddvs Hill And Project H.O.P.E.
Mr. Patrick Donovan, President of the Lorneville Community &
Recreation Association, addressed Council; and, having clarified that the purpose of
the presentation was not to seek Council's intervention in the landfill siting process as it
is recognized that Council is no longer involved in it, advised the Association's concerns
about the power given by the Province to the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission,
without the necessary checks and balances that one would find in a civic government,
in that, for example, the Commission could possibly choose to expedite the process by
awarding the construction contract directly to another subsidiary of IPS, effectively
shutting out local contractors, and choose to accept trash from a major United States
city. Mr. Donovan also expressed concern about Lorneville's designation as a Port,
and the lack of knowledge on the design for a landfill site; and asked, as the
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Commission would have no obligation to listen and it would do little good for the
Association to come before Council because the Province has taken all authority for
such matters out of Council's hands, to whom Lorneville residents could complain if the
level of sanitation service should fall below acceptable levels, referring to the
previously-submitted brief to indicate the level of regard the Commission has shown
toward the Province to date. Mr. Donovan asked Council to take the necessary steps
to remove the Port designation from Lorneville as this designation causes some
concern as to what could possibly happen in the future, and to consider the
Association's concerns and, if Council feels that the rest of its constituents would prefer
elected accountable representation to have some greater degree of control, to let
Fredericton know this in as clear a voice as possible as, although the legislation is in
place, legislation can be changed.
Mayor McAlary, Chairman of the Fundy Region Solid Waste
Commission, noted Council's position on the issue of re-tendering for the MaxRF and
landfill site, as well as the fact that the City of Saint John has only one vote on the
Commission; and advised that the Commission has neither met in the past few weeks
nor had the teach-in as the Province has yet to make a decision and the Commission
would wait until it knows if there is to be a landfill in the area concerned. The Mayor
made the observation that the City would have a major role, should the Province make
the decision to have a landfill site in Lorneville, in that the Planning Advisory Committee
would impose the terms and conditions, as would the Province.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that the brief presented on
behalf of the Lorneville Community & Recreation Association be received and filed and
the Association be thanked for its presentation and assured that it will be kept informed
in this regard, and also that a copy of the presentation be forwarded to the Planning
Advisory Committee.
During discussion the Mayor advised that she is aware of no design
change, although IPS would have to negotiate with the Commission on the details of
the design and so on, and this negotiation would not take place until the site is
determined; and Mr. MacKinnon commented on the matter of waste being transported
from outside the country to the Charlotte County facility in order to increase volume so
as to make it viable, as well as on the size of the proposed landfill with respect to
capacity. Mr. Totten made the observation that, as the EIA process was done on the
basis that recycling was not to be a part of the landfill and there is now a commitment
by the Commission and Council that recycling would be an integral part of any
proposed landfill, it was acknowledged that design would have to change, and that this
would eventually come to staff and the Planning Advisory Committee.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6. Loyalist Days Inc.
Heritage Celebration '96
1995 Financial Statement
Ms. Valerie Evans, President of Loyalist Days Inc., addressed Council
concerning the plans for Heritage Celebration '96 beginning July 14, as well as the
budget in this regard totalling $31,550, as detailed in the previously-submitted brief;
and requested from the City a grant of $20,000 towards the anticipated expenses for
Heritage Celebration '96. Ms. Evans noted the presence at the meeting of members of
the Board of Directors Leo Mulholland, Jule Scott, Reginald Wanamaker, Hal Dallon,
Jamie Anderson, Brenda Farren and Sharon Horgan, and also acknowledged
Councillor Knibb as Secretary of the Board.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that a grant of $20,000 be
approved for Loyalist Days Inc. with respect to Heritage Celebration '96 beginning July
14, 1996.
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Councillor Ball noted his previous submission to Council on February 12
of alternatives with regard to Loyalist Days activities.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
7. Mavor's Remarks
Mayor McAlary proclaimed March 1996 as Kidney Month on behalf of the
Kidney Foundation of Canada, and Ms. Beverly Franklin addressed Council in this
regard. The Mayor also proclaimed March 1996 as Nutrition Month, as well as Red
Cross Month in the City of Saint John; and noted the anticipated visit to Saint John on
April 28 of His Royal Highness Prince Charles. Councillor Vincent extended
condolences to the family of the late Mr. Ernest Ramsay, who passed away on
February 24, 1996. Deputy Mayor Chase noted that the Imperial Theatre will be
featuring the Saint John Theatre Company's production of the Shakespearean play,
The Taming of the Shrew, from February 28 to March 2. Councillor Brown commented
on the Red Cross fund-raising campaign to be launched on March 1.
8. Tender For Asphaltic Concrete Mixes
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the City Manager, the tender of LaFarge Canada Inc., at the prices as indicated in the
submitted summary of bids, be accepted for the supply of asphaltic concrete mixes for
a period ending not before November 30, 1996.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10. Tender For Traffic Paint
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Arthurs
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, the City of Saint John join with the City of Fredericton in accepting the
tender of Laurentide Chemicals Ltd. for the supply of traffic paint, at the prices as
indicated in the submitted summary of bids.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11. Provision Of Mastercard Payment Services
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the City Manager, the City enter into an agreement with the Bank of Montreal for the
provision of Mastercard payment services, and the Mayor and Common Clerk be
authorized to sign all related documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12. Parking Meter By-Law
Amendment Re Meter Rates
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the report from the City
Manager recommending that the submitted Parking Meter By-Law amendment with
regard to meter rates be given first and second readings and referred to the Legal
Department for appropriate action -- be received and filed and the recommendation
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adopted:
AND FURTHER that the by-law entitled, "A By-Law To Amend A By-Law
To Provide For The Preservation Of Certain Streets Or Portions Thereof For Parking
Purposes And To Charge And Collect A Fee For The Use Or Occupation Of The Same
By Means Of Mechanical Appliances", be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Gould
voting "nay".
Read a first time the by-law entitled, "A By-Law To Amend A By-Law To
Provide For The Preservation Of Certain Streets Or Portions Thereof For Parking
Purposes And To Charge And Collect A Fee For The Use Or Occupation Of The Same
By Means Of Mechanical Appliances".
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Waldschutz
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled,
"A By-Law To Amend A By-Law To Provide For The Preservation Of Certain Streets Or
Portions Thereof For Parking Purposes And To Charge And Collect A Fee For The Use
Or Occupation Of The Same By Means Of Mechanical Appliances", be read a second
time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Gould
voting "nay".
Read a second time the by-law entitled, "A By-Law To Amend A By-Law
To Provide For The Preservation Of Certain Streets Or Portions Thereof For Parking
Purposes And To Charge And Collect A Fee For The Use Or Occupation Of The Same
By Means Of Mechanical Appliances".
13. 125 Station Street - Lease
Canadian Hockev Association
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising that,
as was indicated to Council on February 5, the Canadian Hockey Association has
reached an agreement with VIA Rail Canada to purchase the former VIA Rail Station at
125 Station Street, which will house the Atlantic Centre of Excellence, and, as the
building is located on land owned by the City and partly on land owned by Canadian
National Railway, with Council's approval staff has been discussing a lease agreement
with the Canadian Hockey Association for the land occupied by the building; and
submitting a recommendation in this regard.
On motion of Councillor Arthurs
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, the City enter into a lease agreement with the Canadian Hockey
Association for the land occupied by the former VIA Rail Station at 125 Station Street,
including the areas used as sidewalks, landscaping, etc., and that the Mayor and
Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents, with the said lease
to contain the following terms and conditions:- (a) the term of the lease be ten years
less one day; (b) the annual rent be $1 for as long as, in the opinion of Common
Council, the building is owned by the Canadian Hockey Association and being used for
non-profit purposes; (c) the lease provide for a ten-year less one-day renewal at the
end of the first term under terms to be approved by Common Council; (d) the Canadian
Hockey Association to pay the annual property taxes on all improvements located on
the leased land; (e) the lease is not assignable without the prior approval of Common
Council; (f) the effective date of the lease be as agreed to by the Manager, Real Estate
and Facility Management; (g) the Canadian Hockey Association sign a memorandum of
agreement with Harbour Station respecting the use of Harbour Station land for access
and parking; (h) the Canadian Hockey Association be responsible for maintenance of
the leased land including all existing improvements; and (i) the Canadian Hockey
Association be responsible for the repair and maintenance of all overhead and
underground utility services, which service the former VIA Rail Station building, located
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on the leased land and the land of Harbour Station.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
14. Amendment To August 14,1995 Council
Resolution Re Closure Of Walter Street
And Subsequent Sale Of Portions Thereof
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager referring to
Common Council resolution of August 14, 1995 regarding the closure of Walter Street,
between Ford and Rothesay Avenues, and the subsequent sale of portions thereof to
Robert and Isabel Jeffrey; and recommending an amendment to the said resolution as
the Jeffreys have requested that the sale of the land be to Jeffrey Investments Ltd., a
family-owned business.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council resolution of August 14, 1995, concerning the closure
of Walter Street and subsequent sale of portions thereof to Robert and Isabel Jeffrey,
be amended by deleting the names Robert and Isabel Jeffrey and inserting the name
Jeffrey Investments Ltd.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
15. Amendment To October 10, 1995 Resolution
Re Sale Of Land At 51-53 St. James Street
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager referring to
Common Council resolution of October 10, 1995 authorizing the sale of land at 51-53
St. James Street to Robert Young acting in his capacity as Power of Attorney for
Marion Irwin; and recommending an amendment to the said resolution as Marion Irwin's
solicitor has now requested that the name be changed to reflect the sale to Marion
Irwin.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council resolution of October 10, 1995 concerning the sale of
the land at 51-53 St. James Street to Robert Young in his capacity as Power of
Attorney for Marion Irwin, be amended by (a) deleting the name Robert Young and
inserting the name Marion Allison Irwin; and (b) extending the deadline for taking title to
the property to April 30, 1996.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
16. Committee Of The Whole Report
To the COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Saint John
The Committee of the Whole
reports
Your Committee reports that it sat on February 19, 1996, when there
were present Mayor McAlary and Councillors Arthurs, Ball, Brown, Fitzpatrick, Gould,
Knibb and Trites, and your Committee submits the following recommendation, namely:-
1. That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve
the submitted Policy #121 Workers' Compensation Program Option - Firefighters:
AND FURTHER that as recommended by the City Manager, Common
Council remove from the table the matter of the Manual of Rules and Regulations and
Discipline Code for the Saint John Fire Department.
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February 26, 1996,
Saint John, N.B.
Respectfully submitted,
(sgd.) Shirley McAlary,
C h air man.
16.1. POL #121 Workers' Compensation Program
Option - Firefighters & Rules And
ReQulations & Discipline Code Fire Department
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that the above report be
received and filed and the recommendation therein be adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Fire Department Rules And ReQulations & Discipline Code
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Brown
RESOLVED that Common Council
approve the Manual of Rules and Regulations and Discipline Code for the Saint John
Department, as submitted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
17. Council AQenda Review Committee Report
Consideration was given to the report of the Council Agenda Review
Committee, which was tabled on January 29 for full discussion and debate at this
meeting, such report recommending that: (1) notwithstanding the three areas covered
under the three Ls - Land, Legal and Labour as areas for exemption from public debate
due to their very makeup, other issues outside should be dealt with in open session of
Council to afford the citizenry the opportunity to hear the elected representatives' input
and their stand on such issues; (2) the City Manager be requested to contact the
various Council-appointed committees with a view to determining if they foresee
difficulties in having their business open to the public so that the citizenry could be
more informed on the activities of these committees; (3) consideration be given to open
session discussion by Council when dealing with the budgetary process, possibly
including the goals and objectives being recommended by staff for the coming year and
the estimated costing or expenditures to be considered; and (4) the fifteen numbered
items within the Committee's report be addressed by Council and positions established
on each issue listed.
Councillor Vincent, Chairman of the Council Agenda Review Committee,
highlighted the above report, following which Deputy Mayor Chase and former
Councillor Joseph Coughlan, members of the Committee, commented briefly in this
regard.
During discussion Deputy Mayor Chase expressed appreciation to the
Common Clerk, the City Solicitor, the City Manager and the Commissioner of Human
Resources for their input to the Committee report.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the Council Agenda Review
Committee be asked to submit for Council's consideration specific recommendations, in
order of priority, in the above regard.
Councillor Vincent proposed that the Committee would submit
recommendations based on the dialogue at this meeting, working with the Common
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Clerk, the City Solicitor and the City Manager.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
18. Environment Committee
Re Environment Award{s)
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the letter from the
Environment Committee advising its intent to advertise for nominations for the
Committee's City of Saint John Environment Award(s) to be presented during
Environment Week June 3 to 7, 1996 -- be received and filed.
The initial motion to refer the above matter to the Nominating Committee
was changed to that above upon the Mayor's observation that, as the Environment
Committee would be looking after nominations for the Award, the matter would not
have to go to the Nominating Committee.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
19. Planning Advisory Committee
Boundarv Adjustment 7 AnQus Street
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the Planning Advisory Committee, Common Council authorize a boundary line
adjustment between the property at 7 Angus Street and the adjacent land for public
purposes property, identified as Lot 10 and Lot 11 (LPP), respectively, on a subdivision
plan named Phase 1 Angus 1. Melanson and Elda M. Melanson, registered on
December 12, 1973, File 54, No. 100, that would accurately describe the existing
developed area of Lot 10 (Civic #7 Angus Street).
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
20. Greater Saint John Economic Development
Commission (Enterprise Saint John)
Confirmation Of Terms Of Members
Consideration was given to a letter from the Greater Saint John
Economic Development Commission (Enterprise Saint John) noting that, at the time of
the initial appointment of the Board, no terms were established; and submitting, as the
Board is of the belief that a resolution of Council confirming the terms of its members is
the appropriate and only way of satisfying the legislation incorporating the Commission,
a draft resolution which establishes the terms of the initial members of the Board,
confirms the reappointment of those appointed for one year, and confirms the term of
individuals who have replaced members who have resigned.
Mayor McAlary noted that the Nominating Committee, in recommending
persons to replace members on the Board, may want such persons to serve for three
years because, in some cases if the Board's request were approved, it could mean that
a person would be appointed for only a year or six months; and suggested that a
motion would be in order indicating that Council would agree to having staggered terms
for directors and that no director could be on the Board for more than six years.
(Councillor Vincent withdrew from the meeting).
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that Council agree to staggered
terms for members of the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission and
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that members serve no more than six years on the Commission.
Mr. Rodgers advised that the legislation presently provides for staggered
terms and gives Council the right to stagger the terms, although Council did not do so
in the initial appointments.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that a person replacing a
member of the Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission who has
resigned be appointed for the remainder of the unexpired term of the member being
replaced.
(Councillor Vincent re-entered the meeting.)
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
21. Minister Of Economic Development And Tourism
Sales Tax Exemption For Convention DeleQates
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the letter from The
Honourable Camille H. Theriault, Minister of Economic Development and Tourism,
commenting on Common Council resolution of October 10, 1995 on the matter of sales
tax exemption for convention delegates, further to Premier Frank McKenna's response
to Council in this regard on November 27, 1995 -- be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
22. FCM - UN International Day For
Elimination Of Racial Discrimination
On motion of Councillor Vincent
Seconded by Councillor Gould
RESOLVED that the letter from the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities submitting correspondence on the UN
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21 and the FCM
Race Relations Award; and suggesting activities Council could undertake to observe
March 21 so as to continue to demonstrate leadership in this important task and set an
example in the entire community -- be received and filed and Council proclaim March
21, 1996 as the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination in the
City of Saint John.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
23. James Wilcox - Christmas Tree Mulch
On motion of Deputy Mayor Chase
Seconded by Councillor Waldschutz
RESOLVED that the letter from Mr.
James Wilcox asking that, if deemed feasible, Common Council direct the City
Manager to explore the various options outlined in his letter with regard to the Annual
Christmas Mulch to ensure greater participation in this beneficial environmental
endeavour -- be referred to the Environment Committee.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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24. ADI Group Inc. Re Fundv ReQion Landfill
On motion of Councillor Vincent
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the letter from ADI
Group Inc. submitting a copy of a letter it has sent to the Fundy Region Solid Waste
Commission offering to design, build, own and operate a landfill for the Fundy Region
for a fee of $38.90 per tonne plus applicable taxes; and noting a newspaper story in
January 1996 stating that the Commission had awarded an untendered contract to IPS
Wheelabrator for design, construction and operation of the landfill -- be referred to the
Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
25. Royal Canadian Legion
Lancaster Branch No. 69
Request For Assistance
Councillor Vincent proposed a motion, which was not seconded, to refer
to the City Manager the request of the Royal Canadian Legion for assistance regarding
a convention.
On motion of Councillor Waldschutz
Seconded by Councillor Gould
RESOLVED that the letter from the Royal
Canadian Legion Lancaster Branch No. 69 requesting assistance in its hosting of the
70th Convention of N.B. Command of the Royal Canadian Legion on August 30 to
September 1, 1996 -- be received and filed and a grant in the amount of $1,000 be
approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
26. Saint John Retired Members Association
Proposed Amendments To City's Pension Act
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the letter from the
Saint John Retired Members Association regarding the City's intent to petition the
Spring Session of the New Brunswick Legislature to propose amendments to the City of
Saint John Pension Act; and requesting Council to appoint a committee of Council to
hear its proposals for amendments to the Act -- be referred to the Board of Trustees of
the City of Saint John Pension Plan.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
27. Michael & Susan Wallace
HeritaQe Award Recipients
On motion of Councillor Vincent
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the letter from
Michael and Susan Wallace expressing appreciation for being recognized as Heritage
Award Winners this year; and acknowledging the assistance given by the City's
Heritage Planner, Jim Bezanson, as they proceeded with their renovations -- be
received and filed and Mr. Bezanson be advised of their comments.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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28. William H. Watts - Police Commission
On motion of Councillor Vincent
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the letter from Mr.
William H. Watts, Barrister and Solicitor, giving his opinion on the practical aspects of
the Police Act respecting the distinction between the Police Commission and the City in
relation to the City Police Force -- be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
29. Brookville Torryburn Association
Deliverv Of Water To Renforth
On motion of Councillor Arthurs
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from the Brookville
Torryburn Association expressing support to the recent initiatives being discussed with
regard to supplying City water to the communities of Brookville and Torryburn en route
to the Renforth and Kennebecasis Park areas; and suggesting that, at the same time, it
would be most appropriate to discuss the laying of sewerage lines to Brookville and
Torryburn -- be referred to the City Manager.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
30. Dante Foriere - Application
To Re-Zone 31 Golden Grove Road
On motion of Councillor Brown
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the application of Mr.
Dante Foriere for the re-zoning of 31 Golden Grove Road be referred to the Planning
Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and the necessary advertising be
authorized in this regard, with the public hearing to be held on Tuesday, April 9, 1996,
at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Adjournment
On motion of Councillor Waldschutz
Seconded by Councillor Gould
RESOLVED that this meeting be
adjourned.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Common Clerk