2001-06-18_Minutes
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At a meeting of the Common Council, held at the City Hall in the City of
Saint John, on Monday, the eighteenth day of June, AD. 2001, at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
present
Shirley McAlary, Mayor
Deputy Mayor White and Councillors Ball, Court, Desmond,
Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick, Teed, Titus and Trites
- and -
Messrs. 1. Totten, City Manager; J. Nugent, City Solicitor; A
Beckett, Commissioner of Finance and Commissioner of
Corporate Services; P. Groody, Commissioner of Municipal
Operations; W. Edwards, Building Inspector; D. Logan,
Purchasing Agent; C. Campbell, Planner; 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 - Prayer
Mayor McAlary called the meeting to order and offered the opening
prayer.
2. Approval of Minutes
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor White
RESOLVED that minutes of the meeting
of Common Council, held on June 11, 2001, be approved.
Councillor Teed advised that, with regard to the Mayor's reference to the
Reversing Falls Restaurant during discussion of item 12 at the last meeting, the correct
name is the Falls Restaurant.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5. City Market WeiQh Scales
Consideration was given to a letter from Councillor Teed commenting on
the City Market as the oldest common law market in Canada, a heritage building and the
number two attraction in the City, as well as on its past utilization of two large scales for
weighing produce such as beef carcasses; and setting out a resolution in this regard.
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the matter of having
the City Market scales developed, as an attractive and educational feature which can be
used by visitors on a demonstration concept, be referred to the City Manager for a report
on the cost and restoration and the means of operation of such scales.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6. Availability Of Permanent Outdoor
StaQe For Presentations Bv OrQanizations
Read a letter from Councillor Teed noting that, when the Loyalist Plaza
was first designed, it had a centre kiosk for the purpose of allowing small presentations
of events to the public and that, with the subsequent removal of this kiosk, there is now
no available practical outdoor stage for presentations; referring to Festival By The Sea's
summer construction for a limited time period of a large stage for visible presentations
which has cost some $35,000 each year for erection, dismantling and storage; and
setting out a resolution on the basis that, rather than this annual expense for the
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temporary staging, it might be feasible to have a permanent outdoor stage at Loyalist
Plaza which could be used for many events, including fairs, festivals and presentations
by a variety of organizations throughout the year.
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the City Manager be
requested to investigate and report on the feasibility, the cost and respective usage of a
permanent outdoor stage available for presentations by organizations for the interest
and enjoyment of Saint John citizens and others.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
7. Benches For Boardwalk Area
Consideration was given to a letter from Councilor Teed noting that there
is no provision for benches on which persons can rest and enjoy the view and Port
activities from the boardwalk to the south and west of the Hilton Hotel, and that a
reasonable number of benches placed along the seaward side of the boardwalk, and
including the lower level, in such a manner as will not hinder any fire lanes which may be
required would be of benefit to many citizens and senior citizens, in particular.
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the matter of provision
of a reasonable number of suitable benches for the benefit of those persons who wish to
relax and enjoy the Harbour vista from the boardwalk be referred to the City Manager for
a report on cost and feasibility of implementation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
8. City Representation At Functions
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor
Teed advising that, at the Mayor's request, he represented the City and extended
greetings at the observance of International Environment Day on June 5, 2001 and,
following the flag-raising ceremony and sounding of a memorial bell, a reception was
held by the assembly in the ACAP office on Germain Street; and noting the significance
of the City of Saint John being represented at this type of function as it indicates the
City's clear interest in environmental matters, be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9. Notice Of Motion Re Capital FinancinQ
Read a report from the City Manager submitting a Notice of Motion as the
first step in the permanent financing of certain capital projects, and noting that, at this
stage, it is not necessary to set limits with respect to coupon rate or terms for which
bonds are to be issued as these will be established at a later date and will be related to
the market conditions at the time.
Her Worship the Mayor gave the following Notice of Motion:
"I do hereby give notice that I will, at a meeting of Common Council held
after the expiration of thirty days from this day, move or cause to be moved, the following
resolution, namely:
RESOLVED that occasion having arisen in the public interest of the
following public civic works and needed civic improvements, that is to say:
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GENERAL FUND:
General Government
Protective Services
Transportation Services
Environmental Health
Environmental Development
Recreation and Culture
$ 139,000
$ 912,000
$3,247,000
$ 961,000
$2,193,000
$ 598,000
$ 8,050,000
WATER & SEWERAGE UTILITY
Water System
Sewer System
$2,900,000
$1,346,000
Public Transit
Saint John Energy
$ 4,246,000
$ 376,000
$ 0
$12,672,000
THEREFORE RESOLVED that debentures be issued under provisions of
the Acts of Assembly 52, Victoria, Chapter 27, Section 29 and amendments thereto, to
the amount of $12,672,000."
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Deputy Mayor White
RESOLVED that the above report from
the City Manager be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10. Tender For Supplv Of Computers
On motion of Deputy Mayor White
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, the tender submitted by Cox Electronics & Communications be accepted
for the establishment of a supply agreement for the provision of desktop computers,
notebook computers, peripherals and printers, for a period of 36 months, with an option
for review and extension by Council for an additional term of up to 36 months.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11. Tender For GVWR Cab & Chassis
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, the tender of Bayview International Trucks Ltd., Saint John, N.B., in the
amount of $160,693.84 plus 15% HST, be accepted for the supply of two 2002
International #2574 4x2, 41,000 cab & chassis.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12. Funding Request Of Simonds Middle School
Refurbishment Of Area Adjacent To Ball Field
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Council (1) support the development of Simonds Middle School recreation
complex as proposed to Council on June 11, 2001; (2) authorize the City of Saint John
to contribute matching funds up to $35,262.98 from the Land for Public Purposes Trust
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Fund in support of this development; and (3) such funding be contingent upon receipt of
a certificate from the Superintendent, District #8 stating that the property to be used for
the development is school property and that the recreation complex will be open for the
recreational use and enjoyment of the general public.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
3. ACAP Saint John - Project Update
Peter McKelvey, President, and Sean Brilliant, Executive Director of
Atlantic Coastal Action Program (ACAP) Saint John, were present at the meeting and,
following Mr. McKelvey's comments on ACAP Saint John in its aim to preserve and
enhance the aquatic environment in Saint John and its appreciation that the City of Saint
John has made full treatment of its sewerage a major priority through a coordinated plan
toward a long-term goal as funds become available, Mr. Brilliant, through a computer-
aided presentation, highlighted ACAP's areas of focus on (1) education through projects
such as water quality monitoring, beach tours, various presentations at conferences and
schools, HHM education, skywatchers and drain painting; (2) research with projects
involving a study on the health of intertidal whelks and of the health of flat fish in the
Saint John Harbour, the value residents place on a clean Harbour, tools for community-
based hydrocarbon monitoring, and mechanisms to encourage proper tire inflation; and
(3) action through projects such as beach-sweep, creek sweep, urban stream
restoration, Marsh Creek remediation, and Red Head debris clean-up, and outlined
ACAP's future plans for a national harbours sewage strategy and its 2001/2002 projects.
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the project update
presented on behalf of Atlantic Coastal Action Program (ACAP) Saint John be received
and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
13. Public Hearing Process For Re-Zoning
Of Property At 248 DouQlas Avenue
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager advising that,
further to Council's June 4, 2001 referral to the Planning Advisory Committee of the
application of Scott Darling for the re-zoning of 248 Douglas Avenue, the public
advertisement for the July 9 public hearing included NBGIC Numbers 37290 and
55119281 as indicated in the application; however, upon the applicant's subsequent
submission of a detailed site plan of the property (copy submitted), the site plan
indicates that the driveway giving access to the applicant's property is located partially
on the adjoining property at 254 Douglas Avenue (NBGIC Number 368613) and, as this
was not included in the original application, it was not included as part of Council's June
4 referral. The report submits a letter from the owner of the adjoining property
authorizing the application for re-zoning of the driveway area; and also advises that, in
light of this new information, it is necessary to cancel the July 9, 2001 public hearing,
refer the revised application, which would include the portion of NBGIC Number 368613,
to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation, and authorize
advertising for a new public hearing on July 23, 2001.
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
City Manager, Common Council (a) cancel the July 9, 2001 public hearing for the
proposed re-zoning of 248 Douglas Avenue; (b) refer the revised application for re-
zoning of 248 Douglas Avenue, including the driveway area that encroaches onto a
portion of NBGIC Number 368613, to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and
recommendation; and (c) authorize advertising for a public hearing to be held on
Monday, July 23,2001, at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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14. Tender For Contract 2001-8
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the City Manager, Contract 2001-8, curb and sidewalk construction, be awarded to the
low tenderer, Fairville Construction Ltd., at the tendered price of $286,871, as based
upon estimated quantities, and the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute
the necessary contract documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
* Added Item
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that a report from the City
Manager (copies of which were distributed to Council members at this meeting)
regarding the public hearing for the proposed re-zoning of Chown Field, be added to the
agenda of this meeting for consideration as item 14A.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
*14A. Public HearinQ For Proposed Re-ZoninQ Of Chown Field
Read a report from the City Manager advising that he received on the
afternoon of June 18, 2001 the submitted letter from the Chairman of the Saint John
Board of Police Commissioners asking that the City withdraw its application to the
Planning Advisory Committee dealing with the suitability of Chown Field as the possible
site for a new police facility as the Board wishes to have additional time to deal with the
community's concerns raised during the last few months; and recommending that
Common Council advise the Planning Advisory Committee of its desire to withdraw its
application for the re-zoning of Chown Field scheduled to be heard by the Planning
Advisory Committee on June 19, 2001.
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Deputy Mayor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by
the City Manager, Common Council advise the Planning Advisory Committee of its
desire to withdraw its application for the re-zoning of Chown Field scheduled to be heard
by the Planning Advisory Committee on June 19,2001, and the public hearing
scheduled for June 25, 2001 for the proposed Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law
amendments with respect to the subject property located at the corner of Crown and
Paul Harris Streets be cancelled.
Upon Mrs. Munford's observation that Council should also cancel the
public hearing scheduled for June 25, 2001, the motion to adopt the City Manager's
recommendation was changed accordingly with the consent of the mover and seconder.
Councillor Titus advised that he wanted the public hearing to proceed in order to have
the issues discussed publicly and Council decide whether or not to re-zone Chown Field
for that particular purpose as the issues are already there and he does not see how time
could change that.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Titus voting
"nay".
4. Environment Committee - EnerQV ManaQement & Efficiencv
Terry Gray, Chairman, and Susan Johnson, a member of the City of Saint
John Environment Committee were present at the meeting to present the next in a series
of draft policy documents regarding Part Three of the Municipal Plan, this presentation
on energy management and efficiency and Ms. Johnson, through a computer-aided
presentation, reviewed the Committee's previously-submitted brief, highlighting the
highlights of the New Brunswick Energy Policy, the concerns in this regard related to
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climate change, acid rain, Canada-wide standards and electric power generation
facilities, and proposing energy policies for the City as Section 3.5.2 Energy
Management in the City of Saint John Municipal Plan, with the City's objectives to be as
follows: (1) to support steps to ensure a secure, reliable and cost-effective energy supply
for residential, commercial, industrial and transportation uses, (2) to promote energy
efficiency in land use and development and (3) to strongly encourage steps to enhance
the environment. Ms. Johnson presented the proposed policies for each of the
objectives, as set out in the Committee's brief.
The Mayor thanked the Environment Committee for its presentation.
15. ParkinQ Meter Bv-Iaw & Traffic Bv-Iaw Amendments
Read a report from the City Solicitor submitting for Council's consideration
of third reading amendments to both the Parking Meter By-law and Traffic By-law
increasing fines, which was given first and second readings on June 11, 2001.
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the by-laws entitled, "A By-
law To Amend A By-law Respecting Traffic On Streets In The City Of Saint John Made
Under The Authority Of The Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, And Amendments Thereto" and
"By-law Number M-118-13 A By-law To Provide For The Reservation 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 Or Devices", with
regard to increasing fines, be read a third time and enacted and the Corporate Common
Seal be affixed thereto.
The by-laws entitled, "A By-law To Amend A By-law Respecting Traffic
On Streets In The City Of Saint John Made Under The Authority Of The Motor Vehicle
Act, 1973, And Amendments Thereto" and "By-law Number M-118-13 A By-law To
Provide For The Reservation 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 Or Devices", were read in their entirety.
(Councillor Court withdrew from the meeting during the reading of the
above By-laws.)
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillors Fitzgerald and Teed withdrew from the meeting as they were
not members of Council on March 19,2001, being the date of the public hearing of the
proposed re-zoning of 41-43 Montgomery Crescent.)
16(a) Hughes Surveys & Consultants Ltd. I Rhonda King
Re-ZoninQ Of 41-43 MontQomerv Crescent; (b) 3rd ReadinQ
Read a letter from Hughes Surveys & Consultants Ltd. regarding the
application on behalf of Rhonda King for the re-zoning of property at 41-43 Montgomery
Crescent, which was tabled by Council on April 2, 2001 at the request of Hughes
Surveys & Consultants Ltd. while its client resolved some matters; submitting a
confirmation by Rhonda King and the Carleton Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses to
the effect that they have agreed to have the process completed; and requesting that this
matter be submitted to Council for consideration of third reading.
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor White
RESOLVED that the above letter from
Hughes Surveys & Consultants Ltd. be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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16{b)
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-570 A Law To Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John",
insofar as it concerns re-zoning a parcel of land located at 41-43 Montgomery Crescent
(NBGIC Number 55152995, formerly portion of NBGIC Number 00024471), having an
area of approximately 1,228 square metres (13,219 square feet), from "RM-2" High Rise
Multiple Residential and "IL-1" Neighbourhood Institutional to "R-2" One and Two Family
Residential classification, be read a third time and enacted and the Corporate Common
Seal be affixed thereto.
The by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-570 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.
(Councillors Fitzgerald and Teed re-entered the meeting, and Councillors
Ball, Fitzpatrick and Trites withdrew from the meeting as they were not present for the
June 11, 2001 public hearings for the proposed re-zoning of properties located on
Lakewood Avenue West and 139 Germain Street.)
17. Zoning By-law Amendment To Re-Zone
And Impose Section 39 Conditions
Property On Lakewood Avenue West
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled,
"By-law Number C.P. 100-571 A Law To Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint
John", insofar as it concerns re-zoning a portion of land located along the west side of
Lakewood Avenue West, having an area of approximately 3.97 hectares (9.8 acres),
also identified as being a portion of NBGIC Number 00315838, from "RS-2" One and
Two Family Suburban Residential to "IL-2" Major Institutional 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) restrict the use of the
subject site to a church, church school and associated residence; (b) require the sanitary
sewer service to be provided and maintained as a private system directed to the existing
City sewer on Mountain Road; (c) require the subject site to be developed and
maintained in accordance with a detailed site plan prepared by the developer and
submitted to the Development Officer for approval, illustrating location of buildings,
driveway access, parking area, exterior lighting and landscaping, and the approved plan
must be attached to the application for the building permit; (d) require the driveway and
parking areas to be paved, and that site drainage be in accordance with a detailed plan
approved by the Chief City Engineer; (e) in lieu of curbing and related street
improvements along Lakewood Avenue West, the property owner of the subject site
(proposed Lot 01-1) pay the sum of thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) to the City of Saint
John when street work is undertaken along the frontage of the subject site; (f) require
landscaping along the developed frontage to be extended onto the existing street right-
of-way to the shoulder of the existing paved street; and (g) require all public utilities to be
provided by underground conduits from the existing facilities to any building.
The by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-571 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.
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18. Zoning By-law Amendment To
Re-Zone Property 139 Germain Street
On motion of Deputy Mayor White
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-572 A Law To Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John",
insofar as it concerns re-zoning a parcel of land located at 139 Germain Street (NBGIC
Number 10942), located at the intersection of Germain and Princess Streets, having an
area of approximately 333 square metres (3,585 square feet), from "B-3" Central
Business to "B-2" General Business classification, be read a third time and enacted and
the Corporate Common Seal be affixed thereto.
The by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-572 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.
(Councillors Ball, Fitzpatrick and Trites re-entered the meeting.)
On a matter of procedure, Councillor Teed expressed the view, while the
statute says that a Council member must leave the Council Chamber on a conflict of
interest, the matter of Council members having to leave the Council Chamber because
they were not present for a public hearing and therefore unable to vote should be
reexamined because that is not a conflict of interest and the Council members
concerned, while unable to vote, should not have to leave the Council Chamber. The
Mayor, noting the practice that has been followed whereby Council members withdraw
from the meeting in either instance, suggested that Councillor Teed should check with
the City Solicitor in this regard.
19. Committee Of The Whole Report
Read the 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 Monday, June 11, 2001, when there
were present Mayor McAlary, Deputy Mayor White and Councillors Chase, Court,
Desmond, Fitzgerald, Teed and Titus, and your Committee submits the following
recommendations, namely:
1. That as recommended by the City Manager, the City of Saint John grant a
1,440:t m2 easement over NBGIC Number 429530 at 150 Old Black River Road to
Irving Oil Limited for $11,520 + HST, subject to the following terms: (1) Irving Oil Limited
must attain approval for the project from the Department of Environment; (2) the City of
Saint John will retain unencumbered rights to construct a public street over the
easement, with Irving Oil Limited responsible to relocate, repair and replace the anode
bed or its infrastructure as deemed necessary to satisfy the City's needs regarding
development of said public street; (3) Irving Oil Limited must construct the anode bed as
proximate as possible to the existing drainage ditch to minimize the encumbrance of 150
Old Black River Road; (4) the City of Saint John retains it continued right to use the site
(150 Old Black River Road) not limited to dumping of snow on said site; and (5) Irving Oil
Limited must indemnify/hold harmless the City of Saint John from any liability
whatsoever arising from, or connected with, directly or indirectly, this easement.
2. That as recommended by the City Manager, the City of Saint John
purchase from Irving Oil Company, Limited, the fee simple interest in a 312 :t m2 portion
of NBGIC Number 306423, as generally shown on the submitted plan, for the price of
$43,680 (plus HST if applicable), for street widening purposes at the corner of McAllister
Drive and Westmorland Road; and, as part of the transaction, the City of Saint John will
prepare any plan of subdivision required and, where applicable upon completion of the
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work, reinstate the subject property to the same or better condition as existed prior to
construction, including the relocation of hydro poles and related street signs.
3. That as recommended by the City Manager, the City of Saint John
purchase from Scottish Enterprises Ltd. the fee simple interest in 442 :t m2 of NBGIC
Number 00436675, as generally shown on the submitted plan, for the purchase price of
$40/sq. m., being in total the sum of $17,680 (+ HST if applicable), for the widening of
McAllister Drive between Loch Lomond Road and Westmorland Road; and, as part of
the transaction, the City of Saint John will prepare any subdivision plan required; pay to
a maximum of $300 for the legal costs incurred by Scottish Enterprises Ltd. to complete
this transaction; and, where applicable, reinstate the subject property to the same or
better condition as existing prior to construction, including the relocation of hydro poles
and related street signs.
June 18,2001,
Saint John, N.B.
Respectfully submitted,
(sgd.) Shirley McAlary,
C h air man.
19.1. Easement - 150 Old Black River Road
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that section 1 of the above
report be adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
19.2. Acquisition Of Land For Street Widening
Corner Of McAllister Drive & Westmorland Road
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that section 2 of the above
report be adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
19.3. Acquisition Of Land For McAllister Drive WideninQ
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that section 3 of the above
report be adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillor Court re-entered the meeting.)
20. Planning Advisory Committee - Assent To
Public Utilitv Easements. Lakewood Avenue West
On motion of Deputy Mayor White
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
Planning Advisory Committee, Common Council assent to the submitted tentative
subdivision plan of property at Lakewood Avenue West, and to any required public utility
and municipal services easements.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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21. Transit Commission - 2000 Annual Report
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the Annual Report of the
Saint John Transit Commission, for the year ended December 2000, be received and
filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
22. Saint John Board Of Police Commissioners
Saint John Police Force 2000 Annual Report
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Teed
RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint
John Board of Police Commissioners submitting the Saint John Police Force Annual
Report for the year ended December 2000 be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
23. Saint John Canada Day Celebration Committee
FundinQ For Julv 1. 2001 Fireworks Displav
Councillor Desmond proposed a motion, which was not seconded, that
the request for funding of the Saint John Canada Day Celebration Committee be
referred to the City Manager to see if funds are available in unspecified grants,
whereupon the Mayor expressed the understanding that money was available and
Council could make the decision.
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that, with regard to the letter from
the Saint John Canada Day Celebration Committee requesting financial support to help
defray the cost of the July 1, 2001 fireworks display, and submitting a copy of the budget
for this year's Canada Day event, a grant of $1,000 be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
24. Lorne Middle School Students - Clean-Up Of Fallsview Park
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the letters from students of
the Lorne Middle School advising that they have been studying about the Reversing
Falls and Saint John's history in their social studies class, and that they support the
people who asked to have the Fallsview Park cleaned up and made more attractive for
tourists, be received and filed and the students be thanked for their interest.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
25. Rookie's Pub And The Great Canadian Pub
Request To Have Outdoor Events On Union Street
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the letter from Rookie's
Pub and The Great Canadian Pub requesting permission for three special licensed
outdoor events to be held in the parking lot adjacent to the Pubs on Union Street on July
21, August 4 and September 1, 2001, be referred to the City Manager for a report to
Council.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried.
26. Town Of Grand Bav-Wesfield - ConQratulations
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the letter from Mayor
Grace Losier of the Town of Grand Bay-Westfield congratulating the Mayor and Council
on their recent election, and advising that she looks forward to working cooperatively
with each municipality in the region during the new term of office with its many
challenges, be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
27. Natalie Dutchak - Concert At Mispec Park
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the letter from Natalie
Dutchak advising that she is very pleased that Council listened to the suggestion of the
volunteers of Mispec that the Blue Rodeo concert be moved to the beach, and asking
that the trails be cleaned before Canada Day, be received and filed and Ms. Dutchak be
thanked for her concern.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
28. Gordon Dalzell - Complaint Re Skateboarders
& Bicvcles On Sidewalks. And SpeedinQ Cars
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Deputy Mayor White
RESOLVED that the letter from Gordon
Dalzell submitting a letter he received during the election campaign from J. K. Gibbs, a
senior citizen, complaining about skateboarders and bicycles on sidewalks, along with
speeding cars, making it difficult for him to cross the streets, and requesting that
someone provide Mr. Gibbs with a written response to his letter, with a copy to him,
be received and filed.
Councillor Trites proposed a motion that was not seconded to refer the
above matter to the Police Commission.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Titus voting
"nay".
29. David McCormick - Mobile Home 1290 Grandview Avenue
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the letter from David
McCormick asking Council to grant a one-year renewal for the mobile home at 1290
Grandview Avenue, be referred to the City Manager for a report at the next meeting.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
30. Multicultural Association Of Saint John, Inc.
National AboriQinal Dav - June 21. 2001
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from Multicultural
Association Of Saint John, Inc. bringing to Council's attention the observance of National
Aboriginal Day on June 21, 2001, be received and filed.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried.
31. Loch Lomond Villa Residents Council
State Or Lack Of Sidewalks In Area
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the letter from the Loch
Lomond Villa Residents Council commenting on the state or lack of sidewalks adjacent
to the Loch Lomond Villa complex, including Ellerdale, Valley and Victoria Streets and
Loch Lomond Road, be referred to the City Manager.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Adjournment
The Mayor advised that the regular meeting of Common Council in open
session scheduled for June 25,2001 would commence at 6:00 o'clock p.m., with public
hearings to commence at 7:00 o'clock p.m. on that date, and declared the meeting
adjourned.
Common Clerk