1998-05-04_Minutes
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MAY 4,1998
At a meeting of the Common Council, held at the City Hall in the City of
Saint John, on Monday, the fourth day of May, AD. 1998, at 4:00 o'clock p.m.
present
Shirley McAlary, Mayor
Councillors Arthurs, Ball, Brown, Chase, Fitzpatrick, Gould,
Knibb, Trites, Vincent and Waldschutz
- and -
Messrs. 1. Totten, City Manager; J. Nugent, City Solicitor; A
Beckett, Commissioner of Finance and Commissioner of
Corporate Services; P. Woods, Deputy City Manager; J. C.
MacKinnon, Commissioner of Environment and Development
Services; P. Groody, Commissioner of Municipal Operations; W.
Butler, Commissioner of Community Services; J. Baird, Manager
of Community Planning; S. Lodhi, Manager of Real Estate and
Facility Management; W. Edwards, Building Inspector; G. Tait,
Fire Chief; C. Cogswell, Chief of Police; Mrs. M. Munford,
Common Clerk; and Ms. C. Mosher, Assistant Common Clerk.
1. MeetinQ Called To Order - OpeninQ Prayer
Mayor McAlary called the meeting to order, and Reverend George Davis,
Pastor of the Saint John Alliance Church, offered the opening prayer.
2. Approval of Minutes
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that minutes of the
meeting of Common Council, held on April 27, 1998, be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
3. Mavor's Remarks
Mayor McAlary noted the mulch pick-up for citizens on May 9 at
Rockwood Park for a donation to the Salvation Army; and proclaimed May 4 to 10 as
Elizabeth Fry Week in the City of Saint John in recognition of her efforts in prison
reform and her inspiration of the formation of the Elizabeth Fry Society to support
women and girls in conflict with the law. Mayor McAlary also proclaimed May 10 to 16
as National Police Week in the City of Saint John.
The Mayor recognized the presence at the meeting of Co-Chairs of the
Play Ball 98 Committee Andy MacGillivray and Paul McGraw who, having distributed
information packages on the 10th Anniversary of Play Ball for St. Joseph's, addressed
Council in turn in this regard, extending an invitation for participation in this event to be
held at the Forest Hills Ball Fields on Saturday, June 13. It was noted that Mayor
McAlary was the Honourary Chairman of the 1998 Play Ball fund-raiser.
Mayor McAlary called upon Trevor Holder, Vice President of the United
Empire Loyalists Association for the New Brunswick Branch, who commented on the
annual flag raising ceremony and the Mayor's reception on May 18 in celebration of
Loyalist Day and the City's birthday. The opening of Loyalist House on May 18 was
noted.
The Mayor noted that there would be no Council meeting on May 11
which is the date of the municipal election, and that the next regular meeting of
Common Council would be held on Tuesday, May 19.
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Mr. Butler apprised Council of the efforts of six City of Saint John Visitor
and Information Centre staff in attaining the Canadian Tourism Human Resource
Counsel Certification - Tourism Visitor Information Counsellor, a nationally-recognized
standard of professional competence in the tourism industry, becoming the first
municipal employees in the Province of New Brunswick to achieve this qualification,
these six people being Paula Harris, Jeanne Dykeman, Ngaire Nelson, Krista
Bjurstrom, Alexis Kinley and Sue Galley; and extended congratulations to them.
Tourism Officer Shirley Elliott and Mayor McAlary presented certificates to Mmes.
Harris, Dykeman, Nelson, Bjurstom and Kinley.
Mayor McAlary noted that two members of Common Council were not
reoffering for election; and recognized, in turn, the services to the City of Saint John of
Councillors Gould and Knibb, each to whom she presented a plaque in recognition of
their contribution to the City, followed by a standing ovation. In accepting their plaques,
Councillors Gould and Knibb spoke on their experience in serving on Common Council.
4. Re Public HearinQs
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Arthurs
RESOLVED that the matter of holding
public hearings in open session of Council prior to Council receiving the
recommendation from the Planning Advisory Committee be referred to the City Solicitor
and appropriate staff to review the issue and a report to Council with a view to delaying
Common Council's public hearing on the matter until such a time that the Planning
Advisory Committee's recommendation was available.
Councillor Fitzpatrick noted that, with regard to the proposed re-zoning of
property on McAllister Drive for which the public hearing was held on March 30, there
were people who requested to address Council at the April 27 meeting when Council
received the Planning Advisory Committee's recommendation; and expressed the view
that holding a public hearing and postponing a decision because of not having the
Committee's recommendation frustrated the individuals who would like to speak after
the fact and it was not fair to them or to Council to hold a public hearing without the
Committee's recommendation. The Mayor asked that staff's report make Council fully
aware of the time delay if the suggested process were adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5. Building By-Law Amendment
Re National BuildinQ Code
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that the report from the City
Manager regarding the Minister of Municipalities, Culture and Housing's indication that,
effective May 1, 1998, the Province of New Brunswick would formally adopt the 1995
National Building Code of Canada and, this being the case and pursuant to the Metric
Conversion Act, the City of Saint John was obliged to adopt the new Code; and
recommending that (1) Common Council give first and second readings to the
submitted By-Law to Amend a By-Law Respecting the Construction, Repair and
Demolition of Buildings and Structures in the City of Saint John; and (2) the proposed
By-Law be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a written response; and (3)
receive and file this report -- be received and referred to the Planning Advisory
Committee for a written response.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-
Law To Amend By-Law Respecting The Construction, Repair And Demolition Of
Buildings And Structures In The City Of Saint John", with regard to the 1995 National
Building Code, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a first time the by-law entitled, "A By-Law To Amend By-Law
Respecting The Construction, Repair And Demolition Of Buildings And Structures In
The City Of Saint John".
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A
By-Law To Amend By-Law Respecting The Construction, Repair And Demolition Of
Buildings And Structures In The City Of Saint John", with regard to the 1995 National
Building Code, be read a second time.
Deputy Mayor Chase asked the difference between the 1995 National
Building Code and the 1990 Code and if the adoption of the 1995 Code was of a
housekeeping nature in order to keep up with the Building Code of Canada or if there
were substantive changes to be effected and enforced, to which Mr. Edwards, in
offering to make available to Council a copy of the approximate 600-page 1995
National Building Code, advised that the amendment would be both housekeeping as it
would keep the City up to date with the current standard in Canada, and make
substantive changes, some which would be more and some which would be less
restrictive. The Mayor suggested that Council could be advised of the major changes
prior to third reading, to which Mr. Edwards advised that he would undertake to do so.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a second time the by-law entitled, "A By-Law To Amend By-Law
Respecting The Construction, Repair And Demolition Of Buildings And Structures In
The City Of Saint John".
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the City Manager's report in
the above regard be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6. Purchase Of Municipal Services
Easement At 47 Colpitts Avenue
Read a report from the City Manager advising of the City's need for an
easement and rights to enter upon the property located at 47 Colpitts Avenue owned by
Theodore and Josephine Lomax to give the City rights to maintain, repair and replace
the existing water and sewerage services to 48 Colpitts Avenue which were
inadvertently installed on the Lomax property; and submitting a recommendation in this
regard.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the City Manager, Common Council authorize the purchase of an easement for water
and sewer services and rights to enter upon approximately 21 square metres of
property owned by Theodore and Josephine Lomax at 47 Colpitts Avenue to maintain,
repair and replace existing water and sewer lines, for $800 plus any applicable taxes,
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provided
that, whenever excavation is made upon the easement, the City shall at its expense
restore and replace the asphalt driveway from the point of excavation to the City street
line; that the City pay reasonable legal expenses incurred by the owners; and that the
Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute all documentation necessary to
give effect to this resolution.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
7. Purchase Of Municipal Services
Easement at 667 Tippett Drive
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising of
the City's need for an easement through three Tippett Drive properties to construct,
maintain, repair and replace a storm sewer, together with the rights when necessary to
enter upon the property to carry out the work required to construct, maintain, repair and
replace such a storm sewer, and submitting a recommendation in this regard.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council authorize the purchase of (a) an approximately 34-
square metre easement on Tippett Drive for a storm sewer and the rights to enter upon
the easement owned by Lawrence and Marion Brown to construct, maintain, repair and
replace a storm sewer, for $440 plus any applicable taxes, provided that the concrete
slab located within the easement, which must be removed, will be replaced with asphalt
and the driveway from the former concrete slab to the street be paved with asphalt; (b)
an approximately 57-square metre easement on Tippett Drive for a storm sewer and
the rights to enter upon the easement owned by Suzanne Pelletier and Leonce Sonier
to construct, maintain, repair and replace a storm sewer, for $900 plus applicable taxes,
provided that the utility building located within the easement will be replaced back to its
original position if the owners request the same, and the owners will be permitted to
maintain the said utility building and fences within the easement provided, however, the
building is not to have a concrete foundation or concrete slab floor and, prior to
construction, a survey be done of the condition of the foundation of the owner's
residence; (c) an approximately 121-square metre easement on Tippett Drive for a
storm sewer and the rights to enter upon the easement owned by Edward St. Coeur to
construct, maintain, repair and replace a storm sewer, for $705 pus applicable taxes,
provided that an existing storm drain on the owner's property be discontinued and the
owner be allowed to place fill over this pipe; and (d) the City pay reasonable legal
expenses incurred by the owners and the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to
execute all documentation necessary to give effect to this resolution. ((a) Rescinded
July 27, 1998 Bk. 87 Pg. 125 )
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
8. Purchase Of Land For Street
RiQht-Of-Wav. 96 CraiQ Crescent
Read a report from the City Manager advising that the City was recently
made aware of the encroachment of the street on the property located at 96 Craig
Crescent, and that Ruth and Terrance Saulnier have accepted an offer of $35 per
square metre plus legal expenses for the approximately 6 square metres of land
required by the City to eliminate the encroachment; and submitting a recommendation
in this regard.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council authorize the purchase of approximately 6 square
metes of land at 96 Craig Crescent from Ruth and Terrance Saulnier for $35 per
square metre plus applicable taxes, and the City pay reasonable legal expenses
incurred by the owner, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute
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all documentation necessary to give effect to this resolution.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9. Subdivision To Create "Skaling Court"
And Parcel B & Sale Of Parcel B
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising that
the new owner of Millidgefield Apartments, SAI Properties Ltd., wants to resolve the
encroachment of Unit 6 upon Skaling Court, such matter never settled shortly after the
City granted an easement for this encroachment on January 18, 1988 although shortly
thereafter a plan illustrating the new Skaling Court was prepared; submitting a copy of
a new plan which more accurately illustrates an alignment for Skaling Court which both
encompasses the asphalted surfaces of the road and eliminates the encroachment of
building Unit 6; and setting out a recommendation for Council's consideration.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council authorize (a) by way of subdivision, the creation of a
public street known as "Skaling Court" and Parcel B, as generally shown on the
submitted plan; (b) the sale of Parcel B to SAI Properties Ltd. for the purchase price of
one dollar plus applicable taxes and related land transfer fees; and (c) the Mayor and
Common Clerk to execute the required documentation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10. HIP Applications #61 & #62
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council approve the following Housing Incentive Program
applications: HIP #61 - Sierra Supplies Ltd. for an estimated grant of $12,000 for a
development on Martha Avenue; and HIP #62 - Eastcan Trading Ltd. for an estimated
grant of $36,200 for a development on Honeysuckle Drive.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11. Requests For Extension To
Water Distribution System
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the report from the
City Manager referring to the numerous requests over the years for extension of the
City's water services, most recently from two areas - Ragged Point Road and Cottage
Road where individual citizens seek to have services extended to their homes, and Old
Black River Road (adjacent to Cottage Road) which was also been identified as one of
a number of other areas for possible extension; advising of the estimated costs
associated to provide water and sewerage services to Ragged Point Road and to
provide water services to Cottage Road and Old Black River Road; and concluding that
the Saint John Water Strategy, slated for completion in September, would include an
evaluation of the issue of extensions to the existing water distribution system to areas
currently not serviced and, with the help of that study, criteria should then be
established by Council policy for evaluating any and all requests for water service
extension -- be received and filed and a copy be forwarded to the citizens concerned.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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12. Private Sewage Disposal System
At 945 Old Black River Road
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager submitting
the following pieces of correspondence further to the request at the last meeting for a
written response from Public Health Services with respect to the sewage disposal
system at 945 Old Black River Road: (1) the original January 8, 1998 comments made
when the re-zoning application was being considered, as included in the staff report
concerning the re-zoning; (2) a further comment dated May 1, 1998 concerning the
nature of the investigation being undertaken at that time; and (3) a general response
dated April 30, 1998 concerning the potential contamination of private wells, as well as
a plan prepared to illustrate the relative locations of the property at 945 Old Black River
Road, Walter Peterson's property and the present water tower and line; and
recommending that this report be received and filed and a copy be forwarded to Mr.
Peterson.
Councillor Knibb proposed a motion, which was seconded by Councillor
Fitzpatrick, to adopt the City Manager's recommendation to receive and file the above
report and forward a copy to Mr. Peterson.
Councillor Brown expressed the view that the above-mentioned letter of
January 8, 1998 from the Public Health Inspector said absolutely nothing in that the
Inspector indicated that he was not sure if the two on-site sewage systems were
installed to standards, although, based on the fact that he had not received complaints
that either was malfunctioning, the situation was a fait accompli, no new buildings or
on-site systems were permissable, those that existed did not appear presently to be
causing nuisance problems and, with this in view, he did not presently have any
grounds for opposing the re-zoning application. Councillor Brown suggested that this
had to change or the City would be no further ahead in future situations, and that staff,
thorough the City Manager, should open the line of communication with the Board of
Health and the Department of the Environment and try to bring to the table a little more
structure to this and also that permits granted by the Department of the Environment
were part of the City's structure when granting a building permit on these lots, and that
nothing should go ahead until the three of them tie together. Upon Councillor Brown's
indication that he would like to propose a motion to the latter effect or an amendment to
the motion, the Mayor suggested that it would have to a separate motion as it did not
go with the motion that was on the floor. Councillor Trites advised his intent to vote
against the motion, although it could be withdrawn, as he had much the same concern
as that expressed by Councillor Brown, and noted that, as far as indepth knowledge
about what was on the site in question was concerned, the May 1, 1998 letter from the
Public Health Inspector indicated that, as far as he could determine speaking with the
previous health inspector for the area and examining the records, this system was not
approved by the Department of Health and Community Services or finally inspected by
a representative of the Department before it was covered. Councillor Trites suggested
that there was something wrong in terms of the City's ability and the Departments of
Health and the Environment's ability or desire to properly protect the groundwater in all
areas of the Province, not just the property in question, and that the matter should be
referred to the District Medical Health Officer with the City's concern that the present
system of inspection and approval, or the ability to carry on without approval, was
something that had to be looked at.
The proposed motion was withdrawn with the consent of the mover and
seconder.
On motion of Councillor Brown
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the above matter be
referred to the City Manager to start communication among City staff, the District
Medical Health Officer and the Department of the Environment to see if there is a way
to tie together the application for building and placement of septic systems and the
protection of groundwater so that everyone is communicating at the time when
development is happening, and also refer the matter to the Cities of New Brunswick
Association.
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Question being taken, the referral motion was carried.
13. Municipal Plan Amendment And Re-Zoning
Of 162 And 177-187 Manners Sutton Road
Read a letter from the Common Clerk advising that, following the
procedure for amendments to the Municipal Plan, the necessary advertising and public
presentation have been completed with regard to the submitted application of Hughes
Surveys & Consultants Ltd. on behalf of G.A (Sandy) Robertson, and that the date for
written objections expired on April 29, 1998 with written objections having been
received from Janet E. Beyea and Donald J. Beyea and Janet and Michael Donahue,
as well as a letter from H. Sauerteig in this regard.
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Waldschutz
RESOLVED that the application of
Hughes Surveys & Consultants Ltd. on behalf of G.A (Sandy) Robertson for a
Municipal Plan amendment and re-zoning of property at 162 and 177-187 Manners
Sutton 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 Monday, June 15, 1998, at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillors Trites and Waldschutz withdrew from the meeting as they
were not present for the March 30 public hearing for the proposed re-zoning of property
at 111-113 McAllister Drive.)
14. Zoning By-Law Amendment To
Re-Zone 111-113 McAllister Drive
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled,
"By-Law Number C.P. 100-469 A Law To Amend The Zoning By-Law Of The City Of
Saint John", insofar as it concerns re-zoning a parcel of land accommodating the first
phase of the proposed development (including area for a future street right-of-way)
located at 111-113 McAllister Drive, having a frontage of approximately 230 feet on
McAllister Drive, a depth of approximately 300 feet, and an area of approximately 1.6
acres, also identified as a portion of NBGIC Number 307397, from "P" Park to "SC"
Shopping Centre classification, be read a third time and enacted and the Corporate
Common Seal be affixed thereto:
AND FURTHER that pursuant to Section 39 of the Community Planning
Act, the said re-zoning be subject to the following conditions: (a) the use of the site is
limited to the proposed Phase 1 development, consisting of a restaurant and
associated parking area, together with an area reserved for a future 66-foot street right-
of-way adjacent to the Simonds Arena property; (b) the developer must pave all parking
areas, loading areas, manoeuvring areas and driveways with asphalt and enclose them
with cast-in-place concrete curbs to protect the landscaped areas and facilitate proper
drainage; (c) adequate site drainage facilities must be provided by the developer in
accordance with a detailed drainage plan, prepared by the developer and subject to the
approval of the Chief City Engineer; (d) access to the Phase 1 development from
McAllister Drive is limited to the signalized intersection; (e) all utilities, including power
and telephone, must be provided underground; (f) all areas of the site not occupied by
buildings, driveways, walkways, parking or loading areas must be landscaped by the
developer, and the landscaping must extend onto the City street right-of-way to the
edge of the City curb/sidewalk; (g) the site shall not be developed except in accordance
with a detailed site plan and building elevation plan, prepared by the developer and
subject to the approval of the Development Officer, indicating the location of all
buildings, parking areas, driveways, loading areas, signs, exterior lighting, landscaped
areas and other site features, including those listed above, and no building permit will
be endorsed by the Development Officer (except site preparation and foundation) until
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the required site plan is approved, and such site plan will be attached to the building
permit for the development; (h) all site improvements as shown on the approved site
and drainage plans, except for landscaping, must be completed prior to the opening of
the facility for business, and landscaping must be completed within one year of building
permit approval; and (i) the 66-foot-wide area adjacent to the Simonds Arena property
must be developed as a public street by the Exhibition Association when commercial
development occurs to the rear of the subject site, to the rear of the Simonds Arena
property or on the land currently owned by the Exhibition Association on the opposite
side of McAllister Drive.
The by-law entitled, "By-Law Number C.P. 100-469 A Law To Amend
The Zoning By-Law Of The City Of Saint John", was read in its entirety.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillors Gould and
Vincent voting "nay".
(Councillors Trites and Waldschutz re-entered, and Councillor Vincent
withdrew from the meeting as he was not present for the April 27 public hearing for the
proposed re-zoning of property at 42 Clarendon Street.)
15. Zoning By-Law Amendment To
Re-Zone 42 Clarendon Street
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-
Law Number C.P. 100-470 A Law To Amend The Zoning By-Law Of The City Of Saint
John", insofar as it concerns re-zoning approximately 1860 square metres (20,022
square feet) of land situated at 42 Clarendon Street (NBGIC Number 380527), being at
the intersection of Clarendon Street and Douglas Street, from "IL-1" Neighbourhood
Institutional to "RM-1" Three-Storey Multiple Residential classification, be read a third
time and enacted and the Corporate Common Seal be affixed thereto::
AND FURTHER that pursuant to Section 39 of the Community Planning
Act the said re-zoning be subject to conditions that would: (a) require the existing
driveway in front of the attached garage and the new driveway (for the proposed
parking area) from the street parallel to the front facade of the attached garage to be
paved; and (b) the work mentioned in clause (a) be completed within six (6) months
from the issuance of the required building permit for the proposed apartment building.
The by-law entitled, "By-Law Number C.P. 100-470 A Law To Amend
The Zoning By-Law Of The City Of Saint John", was read in its entirety.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillor Vincent re-entered the meeting.)
16. Planning Advisory Committee - Subdivision
Re Municipal Services And Public Utility
Easements - 111-113 McAllister Drive
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the Planning Advisory Committee, Common Council assent to a subdivision plan for the
proposed lot at 111-113 McAllister Drive with respect to any required municipal services
easements and public utility easements.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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17. B.S. Scott - Concern
Traffic On Broad Street
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the letter from B.S.
Scott expressing concern about the ever-increasing traffic on Broad Street in that, with
the re-routing of salt trucks, normal living was almost an impossibility; and expressing
the hope that Common Council would endeavour to reduce, not increase, traffic on
Broad Street -- be referred to the City Manager.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
18. Garry Prosser Re (a) Water Run-Off, (b) Common
Land, (c) Sidewalk Required, (d) Integrity Of
Red Head Road FrontinQ - Harbourview Subdivision
18{a)
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the letter from Garry
Prosser asking for attention to a safety and health concern with regard to blocked
surface water run-off creating a small pond on City property in Harbourview Subdivision
-- be referred to the City Manager.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
18{b)
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the letter from Garry
Prosser asking for a response with regard to the issue of no common land having been
allowed in the Harbourview Subdivision -- be referred to the City Manager.
Councillor Knibb initially proposed a motion, which was not seconded, to
receive and file the above letter.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
18{c)
On motion of Councillor Vincent
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from Garry
Prosser asking for assurance that a sidewalk would be built opposite the school bus
staging area in the Harbourview Subdivision -- be referred to the City Manager for a
report to Council.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
18{d)
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from Garry
Prosser asking for an update on the integrity of the Red Head Road fronting on the
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Harbourview Subdivision and a replacement road, both emergency by-pass and a new
road -- be referred to the City Manager and the Provincial Government.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
19. Sandra L. Wood - Application To
Re-Zone 1925 Golden Grove Road
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Waldschutz
RESOLVED that the application of
Sandra L. Wood for the re-zoning of property at 1925 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
Monday, June 15, 1998, at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
20. Greater Saint John Economic Development
Commission, Incorporated - Receipt Of
Common Council Resolution April 14. 1998
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from Greater Saint
John Economic Development Commission, Incorporated, confirming receipt of Common
Council resolution of April 14, 1998 authorizing the Commission to undertake certain
activities on behalf of the City and adopting the strategies of the Commission, as well
as authorizing funding for the Commission for the balance of 1998 -- be received and
filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
21. Barbara Munroe - Follow-Up To
April 27 Presentation Re Extension
Of Water Services. RaQQed Point Road
On motion of Councillor Waldschutz
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Chase
RESOLVED that the letter from
Barbara Munroe in follow-up to her April 27 presentation to Council regarding the
extension of water services down Ragged Point Road; advising that she was still
waiting for a response to her questions in her letter considered by Council on March 16
and any other questions she had previously submitted -- be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
22. Janet Doiron - Replacement Of
Front Lawn - 366 Woodville Road
On motion of Councillor Vincent
Seconded by Councillor Arthurs
RESOLVED that the letter from Janet
Doiron of 366 Woodville Road advising that five years ago the City dug up her front
lawn in order to replace water and sewage pipes and that, while over the last five years
she has on dozens of occasions made calls asking that the lawn be replaced to the
state it was in before the work was done, she received no response whatsoever up until
last year when she had several calls with the Mayor and had supervisors from the City
to her property on one occasion; and requesting that she be given a load of topsoil and
lawn seed, although she did not feel it was up to her to repair something that was in
excellent condition before the work was done -- be referred to the City Manager.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried.
23. Cruise Saint John Meet &
Greet Committee - Request
For City Participation
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that the letter from the
Cruise Saint John Meet & Greet Committee requesting the City of Saint John's
participation in its program in 1998 -- be received and filed and Council confirm the
City's $5,000 commitment and assistance to the Committee in the cruise ship visits this
year.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
23A. Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission
Re Diversion Committee Pilot Project
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Vincent
RESOLVED that the letter from Don
Shaw, Waste Diversion Coordinator of the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission,
apologizing for his neglect in asking for permission to place signs at the entrances to
Champlain Heights for the Fundy Region Diversion Committee pilot project; submitting
photographs of these signs, and advising that similar signage was planned for the
Lorneville entrance and at the depot locations -- be received and filed and permission
be granted for the sign placement.
During Councillor Vincent's questions about a tanker truck hauling
residual water from the Crane Mountain landfill to a site on Fairville Boulevard, the
Mayor made the observation that the above letter was dealing with a recycling project
and not particularly with the Crane Mountain site. Councillor Trites, on a point of order,
noted that Councillor Waldschutz was given the latitude to introduce blowing and piling
of salt and a crossing guard under item 17 which dealt with traffic, and suggested that
the same privilege should be extended to other Councillors. The Mayor noted the
motion on the floor, and called for the question.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
23B. H. Sauerteig Re East Side Welding
Ltd.. 945 Old Black River Road
On motion of Councillor Gould
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from H. Sauerteig
referring to recent correspondence to Council from the City Manager and the City
Solicitor regarding East Side Welding Ltd. at 945 Old Black River Road, as well as a
presentation by Eric Teed to Council in this regard; and suggesting that a second legal
opinion should be obtained before this ends up in court -- be referred to the City
Manager for response.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Adjournment
On motion of Councillor Knibb
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that this meeting be adjourned
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and a Committee of the Whole meeting of Council be held.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Common Clerk