2003-10-20_Minutes--Procès-verbal
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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 20th day of October AD. 2003, at 5:15 o'clock p.m.
present
Shirley McAlary, Mayor
Councillors Ball, Chase, Court, Desmond, Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick,
Teed, Trites and Titus.
- 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; J. Baird, Commissioner of Planning and
Development; W. Edwards, Commissioner of Buildings and
Inspection Services; R. Simonds, Fire Chief; C. Cogswell, Chief
of Police; S. Galbraith, Director of Works, and P. Woods,
Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and Ms. E. Gormley,
Assistant Common Clerk.
Etaient presentes a une reunion du conseil qui a eu lieu a I'hotel de ville de The
City of Saint John, Ie lundi 20 octobre 2003 a 17 h 15, les personnes suivantes :
Shirley McAlary, maire;
les conseillers Ball, Chase, Court, Desmond, Fitzgerald,
Fitzpatrick, Teed, Titus et Trites;
- et-
MM. 1. Totten, directeur general; J. Nugent, avocat municipal;
A Beckett, commissaire aux finances et aux services
administratifs; P. Groody, commissaire aux operations
municipales; J. Baird, commissaire a I'urbanisme et au
developpement; W. Edwards, commissaire aux services
d'inspection et des batiments; R. Simonds, chef du service
d'incendie; C. Cogswell, chef de police; S. Galbraith, directeur
des travaux publics, et P. Woods, greffier et directeur general
adjoint; ainsi que Mme E. Gormley, greffiere adjointe.
1. MeetinQ Called To Order - Prayer
Mayor McAlary called the meeting to order and offered the opening
prayer.
1. Ouverture de la seance - priere
La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McAlary qui recite la priere
d'ouverture.
2. Approval of Minutes
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the minutes of the meetings of
Common Council, held on October 6th and October 14th, 2003, be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
2. Approbation du proces-verbal de la derniere reunion
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE les proces-verbaux des reunions du conseil
du 6 et du 14 octobre 2003 soient adoptes.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
3. Approval of AQenda
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be
approved, with the addition of 4A, Lantic Sugar, 330 Charlotte Street.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
3. Adoption de I'ordre du jour
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE I'ordre du jour de cette reunion so it adopte,
moyennant I'ajout du point 4A relatif au terrain de Sucre Lantic situe au 330, rue
Charlotte.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
4. Proclamation
Mayor McAlary proclaimed the week of October 20, 2003 as "Public
Libraries Week" in The City of Saint John.
4. Proclamation
Le maire McAlary declare la semaine du 20 octobre 2003 << Semaine des
bibliotheques publiques >> dans The City of Saint John.
4A. Lantic SUQar - 330 Charlotte Street
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the City waive the requisition upon title
delivered to Lantic Sugar Limited respecting the restrictive covenants affecting Parcel
identified by PID Number 55147482 and set out in the Deed from CNR to Lantic Sugar
Limited dated September 29, 1999 and registered in the Saint John County Registry
Office on October 5, 1999 in Book 2075 at Page 256 ff. as Number 10527480; the
Agreement of Purchase and Sale between The City of Saint John and Lantic Sugar
Limited, the execution of which was authorized by Common Council on September 22,
2003 as amended pursuant to Council resolution adopted on October 14, 2003, be
further amended by adding paragraph 2.1 as follows:
2.1 That the transfer of the lands identified in paragraphs 1 and 2 hereof shall include in
Schedule "A": "The Transferor covenants and agrees not to use the specified parcels for
the purposes of receiving raw or refined sugar, the warehousing of raw or refined sugar,
the refining of raw sugar, the blending of sugar and/or the re-packaging of raw or refined
sugar."
AND FURTHER that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to
execute the aforesaid amendment.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Teed voting
nay.
4A. Terrain de Sucre Lantic situe au 330. rue Charlotte
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la Ville annule la requisition sur Ie titre cede a Sucre
Lantic Limitee concernant les clauses restrictives visant la parcelle portant Ie NID
55147482 et precisees dans I'acte de transfert du CN a Sucre Lantic Limitee, date du 29
septembre 1999 et enregistre au bureau d'enregistrement du comte de Saint John Ie 5
octobre 1999 a la page 256 ff. du registre 2075 au N I D 10527480; Ie contrat de vente
entre The City of Saint John et Sucre Lantic Limited, dont Ie conseil a autorise la
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signature Ie 22 septembre 2003 avec modifications conformement a la resolution du
conseil adoptee Ie 14 octobre 2003, soit modifie par I'ajout du paragraphe 2.1 suivant:
2.1 Que Ie transfert des terrains identifies aux paragraphes 1 et 2 doive comprendre a
I'annexe <<A >> : << Le cedant s'engage et consent a ne pas utiliser les parcelles vi sees
pour recevoir du sucre brut ou raffine, pour entreposer de sucre brut ou raffine, pour
raffiner du sucre brut, pour melanger du sucre ou pour remballer du sucre brut ou
raffine >>.
ET QUE Ie maire et Ie greffier soient autorises a signer la modification
susmentionnee.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee, Ie conseiller Teed ayant
vote contre.
12. Tender for Sweeper Attachments
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the tender of Saunders Equipment Ltd., in the amount of $19,589.18, plus tax,
per unit for the supply of two loader mounted sweeper attachments be accepted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12. Soumission relative aux balayeuses
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
la soumission de Sauders Equipment Ltd., au montant de 19589,18 $ chacune, taxes
en sus, pour la fourniture de deux balayeuses installees sur chargeuse, so it acceptee.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
13. Tenders for Plow and WinQ Attachments
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, tenders for the supply and installation of new plow and wing assemblies be
awarded to the lowest bidder to meet the specifications of the tender as follows: 1)
Tender Number 2003-389504T for 1 plow and wing assembly for vehicle 633 to Craig
Manufacturing Ltd. at a unit cost of $29,679. plus tax; and 2) Tender Number
2003-389506T for 3 plow and wing assemblies for vehicles 620, 657 & 658 to Craig
Manufacturing Ltd. at a unit cost of $29,679. plus tax.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
13. Soumission relative a un assemblage
de chasse-neiQe et d'aileron chasse-neiQe
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
les contrats relatifs a la fourniture et a I'installation de nouveaux assemblages de
chasse-neige et d'aileron chasse-neige soient accordes au soumissionnaire
moins-disant en vue de respecter les specifications de la soumission comme suit: 1)
soumission 2003-389504T pour la fourniture d'un assemblage de chasse-neige et
d'aileron chasse-neige pour Ie vehicule 633 a Craig Manufacturing Ltd. au cout unitaire
de 29 679 $, taxes en sus; et 2) soumission 2003-389506T pour la fourniture de 3
assemblages de chasse-neige et d'aileron chasse-neige pour les vehicules 620, 657 et
658 a Craig Manufacturing Ltd. au cout unitaire de 29 679 $, taxes en sus.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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14. Tender for New Cascade System
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the tender from Breathing Air Systems a Division of Connors Diving Services
Ltd., in the amount of $56,557.60, plus tax, for the supply of a new cascade system in
the Number 8 Fire Station, be accepted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
14. Soumission relative au nouveau systeme en cascade
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
la soumission de Breathing Air Systems, une division de Connors Diving Services Ltd.,
au montant de 56 557,60 $, taxes en sus, pour la fourniture d'un nouveau systeme en
cascade a la caserne de pompier numero 8, soit acceptee.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
15. Municipal PoolinQ of Insurance
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the cost of approximately $23,822., being our share of the $100,000 fee for
the implementation of Phase II be accepted and further that the Commissioner of
Finance be authorized to reallocate funds from other areas of the 2003 Operating
Budget to cover this cost.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
15. ReQroupement d'assurance des municipalites
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie cout d'environ 23 822 $, correspondant a notre part des frais de 100 000 $ pour la
mise en 03uvre de la phase II, so it accepte et que Ie commissaire aux finances so it
autorise a reaffecter des fonds provenant d'autres postes du budget de fonctionnement
de 2003 afin de couvrir ce montant.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
16. Easement Acquisition - 385 Rothesay Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John
1. Acquire a 450 .:!:. m2 easement for municipal services PID Number 55145031,
from 607797 N.B. Ltd. for $25. per square metres plus H.ST, as generally
shown on the submitted sketch;
2. Prepare any plan of survey required for conveyance purposes; and
3. Pay to a maximum $500. the legal fees incurred by 607797 N.B. Ltd. to finalize
this transaction;
4. Grant a release of easement in favour of 607797 N.B. Ltd. as generally shown in
the submitted plan;
5. Where applicable reinstate the subject property to same or better condition as
existed prior to construction; and
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6. The Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign any document necessary
to finalize this transaction.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
16. Acquisition d'une servitude au 385. avenue Rothesay
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
QUE The City of Saint John
1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux d'environ 450 m2, portant Ie
NID 55145031, de 607797 N.B. Ltd. au montant de 25 $Ie metre carre, TVH en
sus, comme Ie montre, de fayon generale, Ie croquis presente;
2. prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires aux fins de transfert;
3. acquitte les frais juridiques, jusqu'a concurrence de 500 $, engages par 607797
N.B. Ltd. pour mener a bien cette transaction;
4. accorde une liberation de servitude au profit de 607797 N.B. Ltd., comme Ie
montre, de fayon generale, Ie plan presente;
5. retablisse Ie terrain en question dans I'etat ou il etait avant la construction ou en
ameliore I'etat, s'il ya lieu;
6. autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier a signer tous les documents necessaires pour
mener a bien cette transaction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
17. Easement Acquisition - 401 Rothesay Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John
1. Acquire a 685.:!:. m2 easement for municipal services in PID Number 55161475,
from Keary Coyle Holdings Ltd. for $25. per square metre plus H.ST, as
generally shown on the submitted sketch and subject to the following:
2. Prepare any plan of survey required for conveyance purposes;
3. Abandon in place the existing sewer line and install a new service approximately
2 metres closer to Rothesay A venue;
4. Pay to a maximum $500. the legal fees incurred by Keary Coyle Holdings Ltd. to
finalize this transaction;
5. Where possible place heavy equipment on Rothesay Avenue to perform the work
on the subject property;
6. Weather permitting reinstate the asphalt on PID Number 55161475 within seven
(7) days of completing the work;
7. Where applicable reinstate the subject property to same or better condition as
existed prior to construction; and
8. The Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign any document necessary
to finalize this transaction.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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17. Acquisition d'une servitude au 401. avenue Rothesay
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE The City of Saint John
1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux d'environ 685 m2, portant Ie
NID 55161475, de Keary Coyle Holdings Ltd. au montant de 25 $ Ie metre carre,
TVH en sus, comme Ie montre, de fayon generale, Ie croquis presente, sous
reserve des conditions suivantes :
2. prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires aux fins de transfert;
3. abandonne la canalisation d'egout existante et installe un nouveau service
environ 2 metres plus pres de I'avenue Rothesay;
4. acquitte les frais juridiques, jusqu'a concurrence de 500 $, engages par Keary
Coyle Holdings Ltd. pour mener a bien cette transaction;
5. place de I'equipement lourd sur I'avenue Rothesay pour realiser les travaux sur
Ie terrain en question, lorsque cela est possible;
6. pose a nouveau I'asphalte sur Ie terrain portant Ie NID 55161475 dans un delai
de sept (7) jours apres la fin des travaux, si Ie temps Ie permet;
7. retablisse Ie terrain en question dans I'etat ou il etait avant la construction ou en
ameliorer I'etat, s'il y a lieu;
8. autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier a signer tous les documents necessaires pour
mener a bien cette transaction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
18. Easement Acquisition - 407 Rothesay Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John
1. Acquire a 350 .:!:. m2 easement for municipal services in PID Number 55150007,
from Val-u-Drive (Saint John) Ltd. for $25. per square metre plus H.ST, as
generally shown on the submitted sketch;
2. Prepare any plan of survey required for conveyance purposes;
3. Abandon in place the existing sewer line and install a new service approximately
2 metres closer to Rothesay A venue;
4. Pay to a maximum $500. the legal fees incurred by Val-u-Drive (Saint John) Ltd.
to finalize this transaction;
5. Where possible place heavy equipment on Rothesay Avenue to perform the work
on the subject property;
6. Weather permitting reinstate the asphalt on PID Number 55150007 within seven
(7) days of completing the work;
7. Where applicable reinstate the subject property to same or better condition as
existed prior to construction; and
8. The Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign any document necessary
to finalize this transaction.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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18. Acquisition d'une servitude au 407. avenue Rothesay
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE The City of Saint John
1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux d'environ 350 m2, portant Ie
NID 55150007, de Val-u-Drive (Saint John) Ltd. au montant de 25 $ Ie metre
carre, TVH en sus, comme Ie montre, de fayon generale, Ie croquis presente;
2. prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires aux fins de transfert;
3. abandonne la canalisation d'egout existante et installe un nouveau service
environ 2 metres plus pres de I'avenue Rothesay;
4. acquitte les frais juridiques, jusqu'a concurrence de 500 $, engages par
Val-u-Drive (Saint John) Ltd. pour mener a bien cette transaction;
5. place de I'equipement lourd sur I'avenue Rothesay pour realiser les travaux sur
Ie terrain en question, lorsque cela est possible;
6. pose a nouveau I'asphalte sur Ie terrain portant Ie NID 55150007 dans un delai
de sept (7) jours apres la fin des travaux, si Ie temps Ie permet;
7. retablisse Ie terrain en question dans I'etat ou il etait avant la construction ou en
ameliore I'etat, s'il ya lieu;
8. autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier a signer tous les documents necessaires pour
mener a bien cette transaction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
19. Easement Acquisition - 411 Rothesay Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John
1. Acquire a 125.:!:. m2 easement for municipal services in PID Number 55145049,
from Action Consulting Group Ltd. for $25. per square metre plus H.ST, as
generally shown on the submitted sketch;
2. Prepare any plan of survey required for conveyance purposes;
3. Pay to a maximum $300. the legal fees incurred by Action Consulting Group Ltd.
to finalize this transaction;
4. Where applicable reinstate the subject property to same or better condition as
existed prior to construction; and
5 the Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign any document necessary to
finalize this transaction.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
19. Acquisition d'une servitude au 411. avenue Rothesay
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE The City of Saint John
1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux d'environ 125 m2, portant Ie
NID 55145049, de Action Consulting Group Ltd. au montant de 25 $ Ie metre
carre, TVH en sus, comme Ie montre, de fayon generale, Ie croquis presente;
2. prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires aux fins de transfert;
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3. acquitte les frais juridiques, jusqu'a concurrence de 300 $, engages par Action
Consulting Group Ltd. pour mener a bien cette transaction;
4. retablisse Ie terrain en question dans I'etat ou il etait avant la construction ou en
ameliore I'etat, s'il ya lieu;
5 autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier a signer tous les documents necessaires pour
mener a bien cette transaction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
20. Easement Acquisition - 415 Rothesay Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John
1. Acquire a 100.:!:. m2 easement for municipal services in PID Numbers 55074892
and 305763 from Lastwood Products Ltd. for $25. per square metre plus H.ST,
as generally shown on the submitted sketch;
2. Prepare any plan of survey required for conveyance purposes;
3. Pay to a maximum $300. the legal fees incurred by Lastwood Products Ltd. to
finalize this transaction;
4. Where applicable reinstate the subject property to same or better condition as
existed prior to construction; and
5. The Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign any document necessary
to finalize this transaction.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
20. Acquisition d'une servitude au 415. avenue Rothesay
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE The City of Saint John
1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux d'environ 100 m2, portant les
NID 55074892 et 305763, de Lastwood Products Ltd. au montant de 25 $ Ie
metre carre, TVH en sus, comme Ie montre, de fayon generale, Ie croquis
presente;
2. prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires aux fins de transfert;
3. acquitte les frais juridiques, jusqu'a concurrence de 300 $, engages par
Lastwood Products Ltd. pour mener a bien cette transaction;
4. retablisse Ie terrain en question dans I'etat ou il etait avant la construction ou en
ameliore I'etat, s'il ya lieu;
5. autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier a signer tous les documents necessaires pour
mener a bien cette transaction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
21. Easement Acquisition - 419 Rothesay Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John
1. Acquire a 210 .:!:. m2 easement for municipal services in PID Numbers 303966
from 010808 N.B. Ltd. for $25. per square metre plus H.ST, as generally shown
on the submitted sketch;
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2. Prepare any plan of survey required for conveyance purposes;
3. Pay to a maximum $300. the legal fees incurred by 010808 N.B. Ltd. to finalize
this transaction;
4. Where applicable, the City will reinstate the subject property to same or better
condition as existed prior to construction; and
5. The Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign any document necessary
to finalize this transaction.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
21. Acquisition d'une servitude au 419. avenue Rothesay
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE The City of Saint John
1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux d'environ 210m2, portant Ie
NID 303966, de 010808 N.B. Ltd. au montant de 25 $ Ie metre carre, TVH en
sus, comme Ie montre, de fayon generale, Ie croquis presente;
2. prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires aux fins de transfert;
3. acquitte les frais juridiques, jusqu'a concurrence de 300 $, engages par 010808
N.B. Ltd. pour mener a bien cette transaction;
4. retablisse Ie terrain en question dans I'etat ou il etait avant la construction ou en
ameliore I'etat, s'il ya lieu;
5. autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier a signer tous les documents necessaires pour
mener a bien cette transaction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
22. Surplus Properties
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John deem the
following lands surplus to the needs of The City of Saint John and authorize the
advertising for the purpose of soliciting bids for the sale of the lands listed below;
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1. 40 Baker Street 55157705
2 199 Cranston Avenue 31401
3 26 Lockhart Street 24927
4 13 Foulis and 131 Pugsley Avenue 371948 and 411876
5 Churchill Boulevard 55160691
6 Pidgin Terrace / McLaren Blvd. 55054761
7 50-54 Main Street 37074 and 55159693
8 224-228 Main Street 374256
9 217 Victoria Street 375956
10 Millidge at Somerset 47381
11 Eldersley Avenue (4 Lots) 55155048,55155055,55155071
and 55055089
12 128 St. John Street West 365338 and 365346
13 643 Fundy Drive - portion 415141
14 360 Ludlow Street 55008155 and 55062087
15 93 Duke Street West 361667
16 Sea Street 394973
That The City of Saint John deem the following lands surplus to the needs of The City of
Saint John and authorize the advertising for the purpose of soliciting proposals for the
sale and development of the lands listed below, and
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1.
2
Gibson Avenue
Eagle Boulevard (portion)
55158760
456590
Upon the review of the various submissions, staff will report back to Council with the
results and make an appropriate recommendation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
22. Surplus de terrains
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE The City of Saint John considere les terrains
suivants comme des excedents aux besoins de The City of Saint John et autorise la
publication d'avis en vue de lancer un appel d'offres pour la vente des terrains suivants :
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1. 40, rue Baker 55157705
2 199, avenue Cranston 31401
3 26, rue Lockhart 24927
4 13, cour Foulis et 131, avenue 371948 et 411876
Pugsley
5 Boulevard Churchill 55160691
6 Terrasse Pidgin / Boulevard McLaren 55054761
7 50-54, rue Main 37074 et 55159693
8 224-228, rue Main 374256
9 217, rue Victoria 375956
10 Avenue Millidge, au coin de la rue 47381
Somerset
11 Avenue Eldersley (4 terrains) 55155048,55155055,55155071
et55055089
12 128, rue St. John ouest 365338 et 365346
13 643, promenade Fundy - parcelle 415141
14 360, rue Ludlow 55008155 et 55062087
15 93, rue Duke ouest 361667
16 Rue Sea 394973
QUE The City of Saint John considere les terrains suivants comme des excedents aux
besoins de The City of Saint John et autorise la publication d'avis en vue de solliciter des
propositions pour la vente et I'amenagement des terrains suivants :
1.
2
Avenue Gibson
Boulevard Eagle (parcelle)
55158760
456590
A I'examen des soumissions, Ie personnel presentera ses conclusions au conseil et fera
une recommandation pertinente.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
23. Request to Stop-up and Close Portions of Lakewood Drive,
Huxtable Street and Gibson Avenue
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Council authorize the publishing of a notice of its intention to consider the
passing of a By-law to stop-up and close: 1. all that portion of Lakewood Drive and
Huxtable Street situated northwest of Willie Avenue, as generally shown on the
submitted plan; and 2. Gibson Avenue in its entirety, as generally shown on the
submitted plan.
Councillor Desmond questioned the closing of Lakeview Drive noting that
it could cause difficulty for future sale of land in that area.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Desmond
voting nay.
23. Demande d'interruption de la circulation et de fermeture de tronc;ons de la
promenade Lakewood. de la rue Huxtable et de I'avenue Gibson
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie conseil autorise la publication d'un avis indiquant son intention d'adopter un arrete
visant a interrompre la circulation et a fermer: 1) tout Ie tronyon de la promenade
Lakewood et de la rue Huxtable situe au nord de I'avenue Willie, comme Ie montre, de
fayon generale, Ie plan presente; et 2) I'avenue Gibson en entier, comme Ie montre, de
fayon generale, Ie plan presente.
Le conseiller Desmond remet en question la fermeture de la promenade
Lakeview, indiquant que cette fermeture pourrait rendre difficile la vente de terrain dans
ce secteur.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee, Ie conseiller Desmond ayant
vote contre.
24. Sale of City Land - Mountain View Drive
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John (the
"Vendor")
1. Sell PID Numbers 55147532 and 55116966, being land owned by the City
situated along Mountain View Drive to North Star Holdings Ltd. (the "Purchaser")
for $20,000. (plus HST, if applicable) with a deposit of one thousand ($1,000.)
dollars hereby acknowledged, to close on or before March 31, 2004 on the terms
and conditions contained in the submitted Agreement of Purchase and Sale.
2. Upon the transfer of PID Numbers 55147532 and 55116966 to North Star
Holdings Ltd., grant North Star Holdings Ltd. a 24-month option to purchase PID
Numbers 313429 and 426452 upon the terms and conditions outlined in the
same submitted Agreement of Purchase and Sale; that any sale is subject to a
7 metre wide easement for municipal services over a portion of PID Number
426452, as generally shown on the submitted plan; and
3. The Mayor and Common Clerk are authorized to sign the Agreement of
Purchase and Sale and any subsequent agreements and transfer documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillor Ball entered the meeting.)
24. Vente d'un terrain municipal sur la promenade Mountain View
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE The City of Saint John (<< vendeur >>)
1. vende les terrains portant les NID 55147532 et 55116966, appartenant ala Ville
et situes Ie long de la promenade Mountain View, a North Star Holdings Ltd.
(<< acquereur >>) pour 20 000 $ (TVH en sus, s'il ya lieu), moyennant un depot
reconnu de mille dollars (1 000 $), au plus tard Ie 31 mars 2004 selon les
conditions que renferme Ie contrat de vente presente.
2. au moment du transfert des terrains portant les NID 55147532 et 55116966 a
North Star Holdings Ltd., accorde a North Star Holdings Ltd. une option d'achat
de 24 mois sur les terrains portant les NID 313429 et 426452 selon les
conditions enoncees dans Ie meme contrat de vente presente; que la vente soit
assujettie a une servitude pour services municipaux de 7 metres de largeur sur
une parcelle du terrain portant Ie NID 426452, comme Ie montre, de fayon
generale, Ie plan presente.
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3. Ie maire et Ie greffier soient autorises a signer Ie contrat de vente, ainsi que les
contrats ulterieurs et les documents de transfert.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le conseiller Ball se joint a la reunion.)
25. Capital FinancinQ
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager including
Notice of Motion prepared as a first step in the permanent financing of certain capital
projects. It was noted that the giving of this Notice of Motion does not commit the City to
any further action, but places the City in a position to take action after the expiry of
30 days at such time as bond market conditions and opportunities permit.
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:
RESOLVED that occasion having arisen in the public interest for the
following Public Civic Works and needed Civic Improvements, that is to say:
Purpose of Issue
GENERAL FUND
General Government $ 780,000.
Protective Services $ 200,000.
Transportation Services $ 2,860,000.
Environmental Health $ 1,530,000.
Environmental Development $ 55,000.
Recreation and Culture $ 515,000.
$ 5,940,000.
WATER & SEWERAGE UTILITY
Water System $ 4,880,000.
Sewer System $ 7,800,000. $12,680,000.
TOTAL $18,620,000.
THEREFORE RESOLVED that a debenture be issued under provisions of the Acts of
Assembly 52, Victoria, Chapter 27, Section 29 and amendments thereto, to the amount
of $18,620,000.
On motion of Councillor Fitzgerald
Seconded by Councillor Teed
RESOLVED that the above report from the City
Manager be received and filed.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
25. Financement d'immobilisations
Examen d'un rapport du directeur general, incluant un avis de requete
prepare a titre de premiere etape du financement permanent de certains projets
d'investissement. On souligne que la presentation de cet avis de requete n'engage pas
la Ville a prendre d'autres initiatives, mais oblige la Ville a prendre des mesures apres Ie
delai de 30 jours si la conjecture du marche des obligations et les occasions Ie
permettent.
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Le maire donne lecture de I'avis de requete suivant : << La presente vise a
informer qu'au cours d'une reunion du conseil tenue apres I'expiration du delai de trente
jours a compter d'aujourd'hui, je presenterai ou ferai presenter la resolution suivante :
Compte tenu de la necessite, dans I'interet public, de proceder a
I'execution de travaux publics et d'apporter certaines ameliorations municipales,
relativement aux elements enumeres ci-dessous :
Objet de I'emission
FONDS D'ADMINISTRATION
Services de protection
780 000 $
200 000 $
Administration generale
Services de transport
2 860 000 $
1 530 000 $
Salubrite de I'environnement
Mise en valeur de I'environnement
55 000 $
Services de loisirs et culturels
515000 $
5940000 $.
RESEAU D'AQUEDUC ET D'EGOUTS
Reseau d'aqueduc
4 880 000 $
Reseau d'egouts
7 800 000 $
12680000 $.
18620000 $.
TOTAL
IL EST RESOLU que des obligations soient emises conformement aux dispositions de la
Loi 52 de l'Assemblee, Victoria, chapitre 27, article 29, ainsi que les modifications
afferentes, pour la somme de 18 620 000 $.
Proposition du conseiller Fitzgerald
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Teed
QUE Ie rapport susmentionne du directeur general
so it accepte et classe.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
26. The Best of Saint John
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager Council authorize the barricading of so-called South Market from 9:30 p.m.,
Friday, November 7,2003, until 12:00 Noon, Sunday, November 9th, 2003; the City issue
a license to Here Publishing Inc. to use and occupy the Atrium attached to the south side
of the building housing the City Market between 6:00 p.m., Saturday, November 8,2003,
and 2:00 a.m., Sunday, November 9th, 2003, for the purpose of celebrating the winners
of the annual "Best of Saint John" survey, according to the submitted terms.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
26. Le meilleur de Saint John
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie conseil autorise la fermeture du secteur communement appele South Market du
vendredi 7 novembre 2003 a 21 h 30 au dimanche 9 novembre 2003 a 12 h; la Ville
emet un permis a Here Publishing Inc. I'autorisant a utiliser et a occuper I'atrium attenant
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au cote sud du batiment abritant Ie marche municipal du samedi 8 novembre 2003 a 18
h au dimanche 9 novembre 2003 a 14 h afin de permettre Ie couronnement des
gagnants de I'enquete annuelle intitulee << Le meilleur de Saint John >>, d'apres les plans
presentes.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
27{a). Fluoridation - Municipal Water Services
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager Council endorse that the target level for fluoride in Saint John drinking water
continue to be 0.9 parts per million, until such time as Health Canada advises otherwise.
Councillor Desmond noted that there was no representation from Council
on the Committee established in 2001 to review the incidences of fluorosis in the Saint
John area, and to advise on the appropriate dosage level for the addition of fluoride to
the Saint John water system, and questioned whether up-to-date information was used.
Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillors Chase
and Desmond voting nay.
(b). Letter and Attachments ReQardinQ Water Fluoridation (Councillor Chase)
On motion of Councillor Chase
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that Council suspend the water
fluoridation program in The City Of Saint John.
Councillor Chase referred to submitted reports, to emphasize his
opposition to using fluoride in the City water supply pointing out that the City's supplier
who draws its product from the phosphate fertilizer industry which contains carcinogenic
chemicals including arsenic, and that studies indicate that silicofluoride-treated
community water elevates lead blood levels in children particularly in cities with older
buildings with lead pipes.
Question being taken, the motion was defeated.
27{a) Fluoration - Services d'approvisionnement en eau de la Ville
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie conseil confirme que Ie niveau cible de fluorure dans I'eau potable de Saint John
demeure a 0,9 partie par million jusqu'a ce que Sante Canada avise du contraire.
Le conseiller Desmond souligne que Ie conseil n'etait pas represente au
comite constitue en 2001 pour etudier les repercussions de la fluorose dans la region de
Saint John et pour offrir des conseils sur Ie niveau approprie de fluorure a ajouter au
reseau d'aqueduc de Saint John, et se demande si on a eu recours a des
renseignements a jour.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee, les conseillers Chase et
Desmond ayant vote contre.
(b). Lettre et pieces jointes concernant la fluoration de I'eau (conseiller Chase)
Proposition du conseiller Chase
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
QUE Ie conseil suspende Ie programme de
fluoration de I'eau dans The City of Saint John.
Le conseiller Chase fait reference aux rapports presentes pour exprimer
son opposition a I'utilisation du fluorure dans Ie reseau d'aqueduc de la Ville, indiquant
que Ie produit du fournisseur de la Ville provient de I'industrie des engrais phosphates et
contient des produits chimiques cancerigenes, dont I'arsenic, et que les etudes indiquent
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que I'eau de la communaute traitee aux silicofluorures augmente Ie niveau de plomb
dans Ie sang des enfants, particulierement dans les vi lies comportant de vieux batiments
munis de tuyaux de plomb.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est rejetee.
28. Sale of Stopped-up and Closed Portion of Sunnyside Avenue
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, The City of Saint John sell a 1,770 m2 :t portion of the former Sunnyside
Avenue to Saint John Commercial Developers Ltd. for $20,510. (plus HST), subject to a
Municipal Services Easement reserved over the entire parcel, on or before March 31,
2004; Council assent to the Municipal Services Easement; and the Mayor and Common
Clerk be authorized to sign transfer documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
28. Vente d'un troncon de I'avenue Sunnyside ferme a la circulation
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
The City of Saint John vende un tronyon de I'ancienne avenue Sunnyside, mesurant
environ 1 770 m2, a Saint John Commercial Developers Ltd. pour la somme de 20 510 $
(plus TVH) au plus tard Ie 31 mars 2004, sous reserve d'une servitude pour services
municipaux reservee a toute la parcelle; Ie conseil approuve la servitude pour services
municipaux; et que Ie maire et Ie greffier soient autorises a signer les documents de
transfert.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
29. Sale of Former Wilson Street
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED as recommended by the City
Manager, The City Of Saint John sell PID Number 55041495 (formerly an undeveloped
portion of Wilson Street) to Destiny Travel Ltd. for $23,571. plus HST on or before
December 31, 2003; and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute
transfer documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
29. Vente de I'ancienne rue Wilson
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
The City of Saint John vende Ie terrain portant Ie NID 55041495 (anciennement un
tronyon non amenage de la rue Wilson) a Destiny Travel Ltd. pour la somme de
23571 $, plus TVH, au plus tard Ie 31 decembre 2003; et que Ie maire et Ie greffier
soient autorises a signer les documents de transfert.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
30. Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment and
Re-zoninQ N.B. Southern Railway near Greenhead Road Overpass
On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that Council table the report from the
City Manager regarding the proposed Municipal Plan amendment and re-zoning of the
New Brunswick Southern Railway with Section 39 conditions near Greenhead Road
Overpass, for two weeks.
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Question being taken, the tabling motion was carried, with Councillors
Ball, Chase, Teed and Trites voting nay.
30. Projet de modification du plan municipal et de rezonage
du couloir du chemin_de fer du Sud, Nouveau-Brunswick,
pres du passaQe superieur du chemin Greenhead
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE Ie conseil reporte de deux semaines Ie
rapport du directeur general concernant Ie projet de modification du plan municipal et de
rezonage du couloir du chemin de fer du Sud, Nouveau-Brunswick, pres du passage
superieur du chemin Greenhead, au moyen des conditions de I'article 39.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee, les conseillers Ball, Chase,
Teed et Trites ayant vote contre.
41. Third Reading of (a) Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment and (b) Proposed
Re-zoninQ of N.B. Southern Railway near Greenhead Road Overpass
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that third reading of the proposed
Municipal Plan Amendment by amending Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use Plan by
redesignating a portion of the New Brunswick Southern Railway corridor, extending from
west of the Greenhead Road overpass to McKiel Street, having an area of approximately
1 hectare (2.5 acres), also identified as being a portion of PID Number 55109813 and
00036657 from Low Density Residential to Heavy Industrial classification with Section 39
conditions, be tabled for two weeks.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
41. Troisieme lecture du b) projet de modification du plan municipal et du b) projet
de rezonage du couloir du chemin de fer du Sud, Nouveau-Brunswick, pres du
passaQe superieur du chemin Greenhead
Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la troisieme lecture du projet de modification
du plan municipal visant a modifier I'annexe 2-A, relative au plan d'utilisation future des
terres, en vue de changer la designation d'une partie du couloir du chemin de fer du
Sud, au Nouveau-Brunswick, allant de I'ouest du passage superieur du chemin
Greenhead a la rue McKiel, d'une superficie d'environ 1 hectare (2,5 acres) et faisant
partie des terrains portant les NID 55109813 et 00036657, pour la faire passer de zone
residentielle de faible densite a zone d'industrie lourde au moyen des conditions de
I'article 39, so it reportee de deux semaines.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
31. City Hall- Expression of Interest
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager which
included a "Discussion Paper" on the issue of the Future Plans for City Hall as well as an
"Expression of Interest" for the development of a new Saint John City Hall.
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager Council authorize the City Manager to issue the document entitled, "Expression
of Interest for the Development of a New Saint John City Hall", and refer to the
Nominating Committee to appoint 3 representatives of Council to work together with staff
on this issue.
Discussion followed on the need to ensure that all options, including the
viability of the City purchasing the present City Hall Building, be presented to Council,
with the City Manager noting that issuing the "Expression of Interest" will provide an
opportunity for Council to gain information in order to explore all the options.
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Councillor Teed objected to the notion that City Hall should be located in
the uptown area as noted in the submitted report.
Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Teed voting
nay.
31. Hotel de ville - Declaration d'interet
Examen d'un rapport du directeur general qui renferme un << document de
travail >> sur la question des plans futurs de I'hotel de ville et une << declaration d'interet >>
relative a I'amenagement d'un nouvel hotel de vi lie pour Saint John.
Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie conseil autorise Ie directeur general a presenter un document intitule << Declaration
d'interet relative a I'amenagement d'un nouvel hotel de ville pour Saint John >> et a
s'adresser au comite des candidatures afin de nom mer 3 representants du conseil qui
travailleront avec Ie personnel sur cette question.
Les conseillers discutent ensuite de la necessite de s'assurer que toutes
les options, y compris la viabilite du projet d'achat par la Ville de I'hotel de ville actuel,
soient presentees au conseil. Le directeur general souligne que la presentation d'une
<< declaration d'interet >> fournira une occasion au conseil de recueillir de I'information
permettant d'explorer toutes les options.
Le conseiller Teed s'oppose a I'idee que I'hotel de ville so it situe au
centre-vi lie, comme I'indique Ie rapport presente.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee, Ie conseiller Teed ayant vote
contre.
32. Saint John City Market Vision 2003-2004
Consideration was given to a report entitled, "Saint John City Market
Vision 2003-2004" prepared by Robert L. Boyce as requested by Council to assist the
City, the tenants, and other community stakeholders in creating a Vision for the City
Market for the next decade.
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the report entitled, "The Saint John City Market Vision 2003-2004" be received
for information and the report be widely circulated for written comment from various
interested parties.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
32. Vision 2003-2004 du marche municipal de Saint John
Examen d'un rapport intitule << Vision 2003-2004 du marche municipal de
Saint John >>, prepare par Robert L. Boyce a la demande du conseil afin d'aider la Ville,
les locataires et d'autres groupes d'interet communautaires a elaborer une vision pour Ie
marche municipal pour la prochaine decennie.
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie rapport intitule << Vision 2003-2004 du marche municipal de Saint John >> so it accepte
a titre d'information et que Ie rapport so it largement distribue en vue de recevoir des
commentaires par ecrit des differentes parties interessees.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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33. MusQuash Watershed
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager the services of SGE Acres International be retained to prepare a full
assessment of the requirements of The City of Saint John to negotiate the proposal
submitted to the City by the Provincial Department of Natural Resources and Energy
concerning the Musquash Watershed for the quoted price of $49,100. plus HS1.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
33. Bassin versant MusQuash
Proposition du conseiller Teed
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
les services de SGE Acres International soient retenus afin de preparer une evaluation
complete des exigences de The City of Saint John en vue de negocier la proposition
presentee a la Ville par Ie ministere provincial des Ressources naturelles et de l'Energie
au sujet du bassin versant Musquash au prix propose de 49 100 $, plus TVH.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
34. SiQnaQe Installation Central Peninsula
Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager on signage
installation in the Central Peninsula advising that the installation of sign poles is now
approximately 80% complete with an anticipated completion date of November 15, 2003.
The report noted that more poles than originally estimated are required at an
approximate cost of $27,000.; that an extensive public education campaign is prepared
to coincide with the installation of signs; that Saint John Transit has been requested to
provide enhanced service during "snow bans", and that discussions have taken place
with the Saint John Police Force regarding the enforcement of the By-law.
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the report on Signage
Installation in the Central Peninsula be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
34. Installation de panneaux de siQnalisation dans la peninsule centrale
Examen d'un rapport du directeur general sur I'installation de panneaux
de signalisation dans la peninsule centrale, indiquant que I'installation de poteaux de
signalisation est maintenant terminee a environ 80 % et que la date prevue
d'achevement des travaux est Ie 15 novembre 2003. Le rapport souligne qu'on doit
installer plus de poteaux que prevu pour une somme d'environ 27 000 $; qu'une vaste
campagne publique de sensibilisation est organisee afin de co"lncider avec I'installation
des panneaux; qu'on demande a la Commission de transport de Saint John d'offrir un
service ameliore durant I'interdiction de stationner dans les rues et qu'on engage des
discussions avec Ie service de police de Saint John concernant I'execution de cet arrete.
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzpatrick
QUE Ie rapport sur I'installation de panneaux de
signalisation dans la peninsule centrale soit accepte a titre d'information.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
35. TenderinQ Process - Construction Contracts
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick
RESOLVED that the report from the City Manager
on Tendering Process - Construction Contracts be tabled.
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Question being taken, the tabling motion was carried.
35. Processus d'appel d'offres relatif a des contrats de construction
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzpatrick
QUE Ie rapport du directeur general sur Ie
processus d'appel d'offres relatif a des contrats de construction so it reporte.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
36. Provincially DesiQnated HiQhways - 5-Year Capital Improvement ProQram
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the submitted Provincially
Designated Highways 5-year Capital Improvement Program for the years 2004-2008 be
adopted by Council and submitted to the Director of Design, Department of
Transportation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
36. Routes provinciales designees -
ProQramme QuinQuennal d'amelioration des immobilisations
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE Ie programme quinquennal d'amelioration
des immobilisations relatif aux routes provinciales designees pour les annees 2004 a
2008 soit adopte par Ie conseil et presente au directeur de la conception du ministere
des Transports.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
37. Contract No. 2003-29 Hickey Road - Water Main Renewal Across Little River
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Contract 2003-29 Hickey Road - Water Main Renewal Across Little River, be
awarded to the low tenderer, Debly Enterprises Ltd., at the tendered price of $75,277.30,
as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common
Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
37. Contrat 2003-29 : Renouvellement de la conduite principale d'eau traversant
Little River a la hauteur du chemin Hickey
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie contrat 2003-29, relatif au renouvellement de la conduite principale d'eau traversant
Little River a la hauteur du chemin Hickey, soit accorde au soumissionnaire
moins-disant, Debly Enterprises Ltd., au prix offert de 75 277,30 $, etabli a partir de
quantites estimatives, et que Ie maire et Ie greffier soient autorises a signer les
documents necessaires.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
38. Contract No. 2003-22 University Avenue
Water PumpinQ Station and Pressure ReducinQ Chambers
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager Contract 2003-22: University Avenue Water Pumping Station and Pressure
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Reducing Chambers be awarded to the low tenderer, Fairville Construction Ltd., at the
tender price of $1,440,404. as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further
that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract
documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
38. Contrat 2003-22 : Poste de pompage de I'eau et chambre de detente de
pression de I'avenue Universite
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie contrat 2003-22, relatif au poste de pompage de I'eau et ala chambre de detente de
pression de I'avenue Universite, soit accorde au soumissionnaire moins-disant, Fairville
Construction Ltd., au prix offert de 1 440 404 $, etabli a partir de quantites estimatives,
et que Ie maire et Ie greffier soient autorises a signer les documents contractuels
necessaires.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
39. 2003 Water and SeweraQe Utility Fund Capital ProQram
On motion of Councillor Ball
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Council approve the revisions to the 2003 Water & Sewerage Utility Fund
Capital Program as outlined in the submitted report.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
39. Programme d'investissement du fonds du
reseau d'aQueduc et d'eQouts pour 2003
Proposition du conseiller Ball
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
Ie conseil approuve les ajustements au programme d'investissement du fonds du reseau
d'aqueduc et d'egout pour 2003, comme Ie souligne Ie rapport presente.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
5. Presentation - Uptown Saint John
Mike McGraw, President of Uptown Saint John presented his
organization's 2004 Operating Budget on behalf of the Board of Directors and the
Business Improvement Area (BIA) Membership requesting a 1.1 cent increase for a total
of 16 cents per $100.00 of property assessment. He presented Uptown Saint John
Inc.'s achievements in 2003, and objectives for the future to include the hiring of a
festival coordinator with the cooperation of partners. He advised that a general
membership meeting was held on September 26, 2003, with more than the required
"two-thirds of the non-residential users in attendance" at which time the budget of
Uptown Saint John was approved.
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that advertising be done for the
submitted Uptown Saint John budget reflecting an increase of 1.1 cents for a total of 16
cents per $100.00 of property assessment in the BIA levy.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5. Presentation - Uptown Saint John
Mike McGraw, president de Uptown Saint John, presente un budget de
fonctionnement annuel pour I'annee 2004, au nom du conseil d'administration et des
membres de I'organisation de la zone d'amelioration des affaires, la Business
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Improvement Area (BIA) et demande une augmentation de 1,1 cent par tranche de
100 $ d'evaluation, pour un total de 16 cents. II mentionne certains accomplissements
de Uptown Saint John Inc. pour I'annee 2003 et les objectifs vises pour I'avenir, y
compris I'embauche d'un coordonnateur de festivals avec Ie concours des partenaires.
II affirme qu'une assemblee generale des membres a eu lieu Ie 26 septembre 2003 a
laquelle << ont assiste un nombre superieur aux deux-tiers exiges parmi les utilisateurs
non residentiels >> et que Ie budget de Uptown Saint John a ete approuve.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
QUE la publication des annonces so it effectuee
relativement au budget soumis par Uptown Saint John refletant une augmentation de
contribution a la zone d'amelioration des affaires de 1,1 cent par tranche de 100 $
d'evaluation, pour un total de 16 cents.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6(a). Presentation - Roly Mcintyre, MLA and Delegation - Red Head Road
(b). Letter from Councillor Chase (c) Report from City ManaQer
The Mayor acknowledged MLA's, Abel LeBlanc and Roly Mcintyre
present in the Chamber, and introduced Mr. Mcintyre who proceeded to deliver a
presentation on behalf of a delegation on the issue of Red Head Road.
Mr. Mcintyre expressed concern for the condition of the Red Head Road
due to ongoing erosion and the anticipated further deterioration as a result of the major
multi purpose docking facility being constructed in connection with the Liquid Nitrogen
Gas (LNG) project at Canaport. He emphasized the need to work together with partners
to construct a secondary access road, as well as ensure that routine maintenance is
performed on the current roadway.
Reference was made to a report from the City Manager attaching a
previously submitted report dated July 3,2003 where it was recommended that a future
alternative access to the Red Head area be considered.
Councillor Chase referred to his submitted letter on the Red Head Road
issue which arose from his attendance at a meeting of concerned Red Head residents
and representatives of LNG/Orimulsion/lrving Oil Limited.
On motion of Councillor Chase
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that Council authorize the City
Manager to enter into discussions with regard to constructing a Red Head Secondary
Access Road with all stakeholders in the LNG/Orimulsion project.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6(a) Presentation - Roly Mcintyre, membre de l'Assemblee legislative,
accompagne d'une delegation, concernant Ie chemin Red Head
(b) Lettre du conseiller Chase (c) Rapport du directeur Qeneral
Le Maire remercie les membres de l'Assemblee legislative, Abel LeBlanc
et Roly Mcintyre, presents a la Chambre et presente M. Mcintyre qui fait la presentation
au nom d'une delegation relativement au chemin Red Head.
M. Mcintyre exprime son inquietude relativement au chemin Red Head en
raison de I'erosion continue et de la deterioration imminente prevue resultant de la
construction de convenances de carenage multifonctionnelles pour Ie projet de gaz
naturelliquefie (GNL) propose a Canaport. II insiste sur la necessite de travailler de
concert avec des partenaires pour construire une voie d'acces secondaire et assurer un
entretien periodique sur Ie chemin actuel.
II est egalement fait mention d'un rapport du directeur general, incluant un
rapport soumis Ie 3 juillet 2003, qui recommandait qu'une autre voie d'acces so it
consideree a I'avenir pour la region de Red Head.
Le conseiller Chase mentionne la lettre qu'il sou met relativement a la
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question de Red Head qui provient d'une reunion a laquelle il avait assiste comprenant
des residents inquiets de Red Head et des representants de projets d'orimulsion et de
gaz naturelliquefie/GNL de Irving Oil Limited.
Proposition du conseiller Chase
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE Ie conseil autorise Ie directeur general
d'entamer des discussions relativement a la construction d'une voie d'acces secondaire
a Red Head avec toutes les parties interessees du projet GNL/orimulsion.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
7{a). Public HearinQ - Proposed ZoninQ By-law Amendment 16-39 Kidd Road
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that Council accept the letter from
Cindy Kidd and have the application for a Zoning By-law amendment at 16-39 Kidd
Road withdrawn.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
7(a) Audience publique - projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage d'une
parcelle de terrain situee au 16-39, chemin Kidd
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
QUE Ie conseil accepte la lettre de Cindy Kidd et
rejette la demande de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain
situee au 16-39, chemin Kidd.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
8{a). Public HearinQ - ZoninQ By-law Amendment -1433 Loch Lomond Road
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was
completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 1433
Loch Lomond Road (Blackall Lake), having an area of approximately 7.28 hectares
(17.99 acres), also identified as being PID Numbers 55088058 and 00312587 from
"RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family
Residential as illustrated in the submitted plan to permit the commencement of an
approved subdivision development as requested by Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc.
on behalf of Folkins Estates Ltd. and no written objections were received in this regard.
8{b). Report from PlanninQ Advisory Committee -1433 Loch Lomond Road
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory
Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's
October 15' 2003 meeting at which it resolved to adopt the staff recommendation; and
recommending that Council re-zone parcels of land located to the west of Blackall Lake,
having an area of approximately 7.28 hectares (17.99 acres), also identified as being
PID Numbers 55088058 and 00312587, from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban
Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential, and that pursuant to Section 39 of
the Community Planning Act, the development of a residential subdivision on the parcels
of land located to the west of Blackall Lake, having an area of approximately 7.28
hectares (17.99 acres), also identified as being PID Numbers 55088058 and 00312587,
be subject to the following conditions: (a) Development shall be limited to a maximum of
forty-four (44) serviced residential lots; and (b) The construction of semi-detached
buildings be prohibited.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the
re-zoning with no one presenting.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favor of the
re-zoning with Mr. Rick Turner of Hughes Surveys expressing his support for the
re-zoning on behalf of Folkins Estates Ltd.
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On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "A By-law To
Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John ", by re-zoning an area of land
located at 1433 Loch Lomond Road (Blackall Lake), from "RS-2" One and Two Family
Suburban Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential classification, pursuant
to Section 39 of the Community Planning Act as recommended by the Planning Advisory
Committee 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 the Zoning
By-law Of The City Of Saint John".
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "A By-law To
Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John ", by re-zoning an area of land
located at 1433 Loch Lomond Road (Blackall Lake), from "RS-2" One and Two Family
Suburban Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential classification, pursuant
to Section 39 of the Community Planning Act as recommended by the Planning Advisory
Committee be read a second time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a second time the By-law entitled, "A By-law To Amend the Zoning
By-law Of The City Of Saint John".
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the correspondence regarding the
above re-zoning be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
8(a). Audience publique - modification de I'arrete
sur Ie zonaQe du terrain situe au 1433, chemin Loch Lomond
Le greffier declare que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au
projet de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1433, chemin Loch Lomond (Lac
Blackall), d'une superficie d'environ 7,28 hectares (17,99 acres) et faisant partie du
terrain portant les NID 55088058 et 00312587 afin de faire passer la designation s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales
<< RS-2 >>, comme Ie montre Ie plan presente, afin de permettre I'amenagement d'un
lotissement approuve en vertu de la demande de Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc.,
au nom de Folkins Estates Ltd. et, aucune objection par ecrit n'a ete reyue a cet effet.
8(b). Rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme
relativement au terrain situe au 1433, chemin Loch Lomond
Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne
d'une copie d'un rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie a la reunion du
15 octobre 2003 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'adopter la recommandation du
personnel et recommandant que Ie conseil procede au rezonage d'une parcelle de
terrain situee a I'ouest du lac Blackall, d'une superficie d'environ 7,28 hectares
(17,99 acres), et faisant partie du terrain portant les NID 55088058 et 00312587 afin de
faire passer la designation s'y rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations
unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >>, a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et
bifamiliales << R-2 >> et, en vertu de I'article 39 de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, que
I'amenagement d'un lotissement residentiel sur les parcelles de terrain situees a I'ouest
du lac Blackall, d'une superficie d'environ 7,28 hectares (17,99 acres), et faisant partie
des terrains portant les NID 55088058 et 00312587, soit assujetti aux conditions
suivantes : (a) que I'amenagement so it limite a un nombre maximal de
quarante-quatre (44) lots residentiels amenages; (b) que la construction de jumeles so it
interdite.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son opposition au projet de
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rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son appui au projet de rezonage
et M. Rick Turner s'adresse au conseil afin d'appuyer Ie rezonage au nom de Folkins
Estates Ltd.
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100-631
modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage
d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1433, chemin Loch Lomond (lac Blackall), afin de
faire passer la designation s'y rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations
unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et
bifamiliales << R-2 >>, conformement a I'article 39 de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, tel que
recommende par Ie comite consultatif d'urbanisme, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Premiere lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant Ie zonage de The
City of Saint John >>.
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
QUE I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100-631
modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage
d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1433, chemin Loch Lomond (lac Blackall), afin de
faire passer la designation s'y rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations
unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et
bifamiliales << R-2 >>, conforment a I'article 39 de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, tel que
recommende par Ie comite consultatif d'urbanisme, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Deuxieme lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant Ie zonage de The
City of Saint John >>.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la correspondance relative au projet de
zonage precite so it acceptee a titre d'information.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9{a). Public HearinQ - ZoninQ By-law Amendment - 2 First Street
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was
completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of an area of land located at 2 First
Street East, the Former East Saint John School, by 1. adding the following to the list of
zones in Section 30(1): "special zones (SZ # 11), and 2. adding the following as Section
740 (11): Special Zone # 11 (SZ # 11); (a) Uses - Any land, building or structure may be
used for the purpose of and for no other purpose than, (i) the following uses: all uses
permitted in Section 310(1)(a); (ii) the following uses subject to such terms and
conditions as may be imposed by the Committee: school; church; all uses permitted in
Section 310(1)(b), subject to any applicable conditions contained in Section 310(2); (iii)
subject to Section 830, an accessory building, structure or use, incidental to a use,
building or structure permitted in this zone; and (b) Zone Standards - Standards for
development in Special Zone # 11 shall be as set out in Section 310(3), and Section 810
to 910 where this zone shall be considered an "RM-1" zone, an "RM" zone, an "R" zone,
or a residential zone, as the case may be; and 3. re-zoning a parcel of land located at 2
First Street East, having an area of approximately 6430 square metres (1.6 acres), also
identified as being PID Number 347864, from "IL-1" Neighbourhood Institutional to "SZ#
11" Special Zone # 11 in the manner illustrated on the submitted plan as requested by
Full Gospel Assembly. The purpose of the proposed changes is to permit the reuse of
the former East Saint John Elementary School as a private school and senior citizens
apartments.
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9{b). Report from PlanninQ Advisory Committee - 2 First Street
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory
Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's
October 15, 2003 meeting at which it resolved to adopt the staff recommendation; and
recommending that Council re-zone an area of land located at 2 First Street East, the
Former East Saint John School as described above.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the
re-zoning with no one presenting.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favor of the
re-zoning with Reverend Lindsey J. Burt - 34 Mount Pleasant Avenue East, expressing
his support for the re-zoning.
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law to
Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City of Saint John", by re-zoning an area of land
located at 2 First Street East pursuant to a resolution under Section 39 of the
Community Planning Act as described above, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a first time, the By-law entitled, "By-law to Amend The Zoning
By-law Of The City of Saint John".
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law to
Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City of Saint John", by re-zoning an area of land
located at 2 First Street East pursuant to a resolution under Section 39 of the
Community Planning Act as described above, be read a second time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the correspondence regarding the
above re-zoning be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9(a). Audience publique - Modification de I'arrete
sur Ie zonaQe relativement au terrain situe au 2, rue First
Le greffier confirme que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au
projet de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 2, rue First est, I'ancienne ecole
East Saint John, de la fayon suivante : 1) en ajoutant les zones suivantes a la liste
figurant a I'article 30(1) : << zones speciales >> (SZ # 11) et 2) en ajoutant I'article
740 (11), qui se lit comme suit: Zone speciale nO 11 (SZ # 11); a) Utilisations : Tout
terrain, batiment ou structure ne peut etre affecte i) qu'aux utilisations suivantes : toutes
les utilisations permises a I'alinea 310(1)a); ii) qu'aux utilisations suivantes, sous reserve
des modalites et conditions imposees par Ie Comite : ecole; eglise; toutes les utilisations
permises en vertu de I'alinea 310(1)b), sous reserve des conditions stipulees au
paragraphe 310(2); iii) en vertu de I'article 830, qu'a une utilisation auxiliaire ou
accessoire liee a une utilisation, un batiment ou une structure permis dans cette zone; b)
Les normes de zones - Les normes d'amenagement dans la zone speciale nO 11
doivent etre conformes aux dispositions du paragraphe 310(3) et des articles 810 a 910,
et la zone en question do it etre consideree en tant que zone << RM-1 >>, zone << RM >>,
zone << R >> ou zone residentielle, selon Ie cas; 3) Ie rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain
situee au 2, rue First est, d'une superficie d'environ 6430 metres carres (1,6 acre) et
portant Ie NID 347864, de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >> a zone speciale nO 11
<< SZ#11>> comme Ie montre Ie plan presente, a la demande de Full Gospel Assembly.
Les modifications sont proposees afin de permettre I'utilisation de I'ancienne ecole
primaire East Saint John pour abriter une ecole privee et des logements pour personnes
agees.
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9 (b). Rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme
relativement au terrain situe au 2, rue First
Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne
d'une copie d'un rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie a la reunion du
15 octobre 2003 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'adopter la recommandation du
personnel; recommandant que Ie conseil procede au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain
situee au 2, rue First est, I'ancienne ecole East Saint John, tel qu'indique ci-dessus.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son opposition au projet de
rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son appui au projet de
rezonage. Le pasteur Lindsey J. Burt, residant au 34, avenue Mount Pleasant, s'adresse
au conseil afin d'appuyer Ie projet de rezonage.
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete modifiant I'arrete de
zonage de The City of Saint John >>, en modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain
situee au 2, rue First est visant une resolution en vertu de I'article 39 de la Loi sur
I'urbanisme precitee, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Premiere lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete de zonage
de The City of Saint John >>.
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete modifiant I'arrete de
zonage de The City of Saint John >>, en modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain
situee au 2, rue First, visant une resolution en vertu de I'article 39 de la Loi sur
I'urbanisme precitee, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la correspondance relative au projet de
zonage precite so it acceptee a titre d'information.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10(a). Public Hearing - Section 39 Resolution Amendment
100 Prince Edward Street
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was
completed with regard to the proposed amendment to Section 39 Resolution at 100
Prince Edward Street imposed on May 9, 1972 (as amended), also identified as PID
Number 55158133 as identified in the submitted plan to redevelop an existing common
space consisting of concrete planters and walkways into an above ground paved parking
area as requested by Tidan Inc.
10{b). Report from PlanninQ Advisorv Committee - 100 Prince Edward Street
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory
Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's
October 15, 2003 meeting recommending the Section 39 amendment to permit the
redevelopment of a plaza area into an asphalt parking area as illustrated on the
submitted plan, and recommending that the application for the Section 39 amendment
be denied.
10{c). Letters in Support of Amendment - 100 Prince Edward Street
Letters were received from residents and businesses in the Prince
Edward Square complex in support of the amendment.
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The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the
re-zoning with the following presenters.
Ms. Kitty Buschlepp of 85 University Avenue appeared before Council
offering a history of Prince Edward Square and stating that a well maintained park was in
place and she objected to the removal of the green space.
Ms. Bertha Wood-Holt submitted a petition containing 19 names
expressing objection to the amendment.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favor of the
re-zoning with the following presenters.
Mr. Keith Thomas, General Manager of Prince Edward Square spoke in
favour of the amendment saying that changes are sometimes required to meet the
needs of the area, noting that with the changes they plan to make, there will be a
re-introduction of green space. He also spoke about the contribution made by his
company to enhance the area's green spaces, in particular the space around Prince
Charles School, in partnership with other businesses. Mr. Thomas emphasized the
need for additional parking necessitated by the parking needs of the call centre and
apartment complex located at Prince Edward Square, as well as the anticipated
re-Iocation of a new retail operator at this location. In response to Councillor concerns,
Mr. Thomas assured Council that they would do everything possible to establish as
much green space as possible at the site.
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the proposal, adopted by
Common Council on May 8, 1972 pursuant to Section 39 of the Community Planning Act
in conjunction with the "ID" Integrated Development zoning of Prince Edward Square,
identified as being PID Number 55158133, be amended to permit the redevelopment of
a plaza area into an asphalt parking area enclosed with concrete curbing for twenty-one
(21) vehicles as generally illustrated on the submitted site plan.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10(a). Audience publique - Article 39, Modification de resolution -
100, rue Prince Edward
Le greffier affirme que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement a la
proposition de modification de la resolution visee par I'article 39, relativement au
100, rue Prince Edward, imposee Ie 9 mai 1972 (telle que modifiee), portant Ie
NID 55158133, comme Ie montre Ie plan presente pour Ie reamenagement d'une place
publique existante composee de jardinieres et d'allees en beton en un parc de
stationnement aerien asphalte, a la demande de Tidan Inc.
10{b). Rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme -100, rue Prince Edward
Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne
d'une copie du rapport du personnel de planification etudie au cours de la reunion du
comite Ie 15 octobre 2003, appuyant la modification de I'article 39 afin de permettre Ie
reamenagement d'une place publique en un parc de stationnement asphalte, tel
qu'indique au plan soumis et recommandant que la demande de modification a
I'article 39 soit refusee.
10{c). Lettre a I'appui d'une modification - 100, rue Prince Edward
Certains residents et entreprises au complexe Prince Edward Square ont
expedie des lettres au conseil a I'appui d'une telle modification.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son opposition au projet de
rezonage, les personnes suivantes ayant pris la parole.
Madame Kitty Buschlepp, du 85, avenue University, s'est presentee
devant Ie conseil pour raconter I'histoire de Prince Edward Square et attester qu'un parc
bien entretenu est en place et qu'elle s'oppose a la disparition de I'espace vert.
Madame Bertha Wood-Holt sou met une petition comprenant les noms de
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19 personnes qui s'opposent a la modification.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son appui au projet de
rezonage, les personnes suivantes ayant pris la parole:
M. Keith Thomas, directeur general de Prince Edward Square, se dit en
faveur de la modification, declarant que des changements sont parfois necessaires afin
de repondre aux besoins du quartier, indiquant qu'un espace vert sera reintroduit selon
les projets de modifications prevues. II avance les contributions apportees par son
entreprise pour ameliorer les espaces verts du quartier, I'espace autour de I'ecole Prince
Charles en particulier, en partenariat avec d'autres entreprises. M. Thomas souligne Ie
besoin de stationnement supplementaire necessaire occasionne par Ie centre d'appels
et Ie complexe d'appartements situes au Prince Edward Square, ainsi que I'arrivee
prevue d'un nouveau detaillant sur Ie site. En reponse aux inquietudes des conseillers,
M. Thomas assure Ie conseil que son entreprise prendrait toutes les mesures
disponibles pour amenager autant d'espace vert que possible sur ce site.
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
QUE la proposition, adoptee par Ie conseil
municipal Ie 8 mai 1972, en vertu de I'article 39 de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, de concert
avec Ie zonage de developpement integre << ID >> de Prince Edward Square, et portant Ie
NID 55158133, soit modifiee pour permettre Ie reamenagement d'une place publique en
un parc de stationnement asphalte, entoure de bordure de beton, pour vingt et une (21)
voitures, comme Ie montre de fayon generale Ie plan presente.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11 (a). Public HearinQ - ZoninQ By-law Amendment - 124 Meadowbank Avenue
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was
completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 124
Meadowbank Avenue having an area of approximately 910 square metres (9795 square
feet), also identified as PID Number 422915 from "R-1A" One Family Residential to
"IL-1" Neighbourhood Institutional classification as illustrated in the submitted plan to
increase the number of senior occupants in an existing group home from six to eight
persons as requested by Joyce Elizabeth McGee with a petition from citizens in favor of
the re-zoning.
11 (b). Report from PlanninQ Advisorv Committee - 124 Meadowbank Avenue
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory
Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's
October 15,2003 meeting at which it resolved to recommend re-zoning of 124
Meadowbank Avenue pursuant to the provisions of Section 39 of the Community
Planning Act, the proposed development of an area of land located at 124 Meadowbank
Avenue with an area of approximately 910 square metres (9,795 square feet), also
identified as being PID Number 422915, with a group care facility be subject to the
condition that the use of the re-zoned area is limited to the applicant's proposal to
establish a group care facility for a maximum of 8 senior citizens, and further that upon
the re-zoning the area, the land and any building or structure thereon must be developed
and used in conformity with the proposal and condition identified. Consideration was
also given to the final report from the Planning Advisory Committee recommending that
the re-zoning application be denied.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the
re-zoning with the following presenters.
Mr. Sid Lodhi, 139 Meadowbank Avenue indicated his support for the
existing number of residents in the group home, but objected to the number being
increased saying that it would cause increased traffic on the street impacting the safety
of the children, and discomfort to the neighbours.
Mr. Barry Roderick, 138 Meadowbank Avenue expressed his concern
with the proposed re-zoning noting that there is a vacant lot on the street which could be
used for other institutional purposes should the re-zoning be permitted.
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Mr. Ray Glennie, 170 Meadowbank Avenue addressed Council with the
fear that the street would be open to other businesses in the future.
Mr. Erin Trafton spoke in opposition to the proposed rezoning citing
anticipated increased traffic.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favor of the
re-zoning with the following presenters.
Ms. Michelle Bruzak spoke on behalf of Joyce McGee, the applicant,
advising Council that there is a waiting list of 55 elderly individuals in New Brunswick
waiting to secure space in a home like Ms. McGee's. She added that the cost of a
hospital room for individuals who are waiting for group home space, is $600.00 per day
as opposed to $65.00 per day in a home. Ms. Bruzak further explained that Ms. McGee
is the Owner/Operator of the home living in a separate apartment in the house; that the
house is large enough to accommodate two additional residents; that there is parking
space for 5 vehicles, and Ms. McGee has never received any complaints about parking;
that the concerns expressed by the opponents of the re-zoning can be addressed with
the Section 39 conditions accompanying the application.
Ms. Marie-Christian Patel, 100 Meadowbank Avenue spoke in favor of the
re-zoning saying that she has not witnessed any problems from the group home nor
does she anticipate any should the property be re-zoned.
Mr. Gerald Vickers, 111 Meadowbank Avenue received clarification that
the property could not be into converted into a half-way house, then expressed his
support for the re-zoning.
Mr. Harold Miller, 116 Meadowbank Avenue informed Council that he
lived directly next door to the home in question, and reported that Ms. McGee went
door-to door to each neighbour and invited them to visit the home, which he did, and
noted that the home is very clean and conducive to supporting the elderly of the
community, and that he is in favour of the re-zoning.
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that Council table the proposed re-zoning for
two weeks to enable the Owner/Operator to provide more detailed drawings of the house
at 124 Meadowbank Avenue.
Question being taken, the tabling motion was carried.
11 (a). Audience publique - modification de I'arrete
sur Ie zonaQe du terrain situe au 124, avenue Meadowbank
Le greffier indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au
projet de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 124, avenue Meadowbank, d'une
superficie d'environ 910 metres carres (9795 pieds carres), et portant Ie NID 422915, de
zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales << R-1A >> a quartier a vocation collective
<< IL-1 >>, comme Ie montre Ie plan presente, afin d'augmenter Ie nombre de personnes
agees residant dans un foyer de groupe existant, de six a huit personnes, a la demande
de Joyce Elizabeth McGee, appuyee par une petition de citoyens en faveur du
rezonage.
11 (b). Rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme - 124, avenue Meadowbank
Examen d'un rapport du comite accompagne d'une copie du rapport du
personnel de planification qui a ete etudie a la reunion du comite Ie 15 octobre 2003,
recommandant Ie rezonage de 124, avenue Meadowbank, conformement aux
dispositions de I'article 39 de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, Ie reamenagement propose d'une
parcelle de terrain situee au 124, avenue Meadowbank, d'une superficie d'environ
910 metres carres (9752 pieds carres), et portant Ie NID 422915, pour inclure un foyer
de groupe pour un nombre maximal de huit personnes agees, et de plus, qu'a la suite du
rezonage du secteur, Ie terrain et tout immeuble ou structure qui s'y trouve soient
amenages et utilises conformement a la proposition et aux conditions stipulees.
Examen egalement du rapport final du comite consultatif d'urbanisme recommandant
que la demande de rezonage soit rejetee.
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Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son opposition au projet de
rezonage, les personnes suivantes ayant pris la parole.
M. Sid Lodhi, du 139, avenue Meadowbank, appuie Ie nombre existant de
residents au foyer de groupe mais s'oppose a I'augmentation du nombre, affirmant que
la circulation augmenterait dans la rue pour toucher la securite des enfants et gener les
voisins.
Monsieur Barry Roderick, du 138, avenue Meadowbank, exprime ses
inquietudes relatives au rezonage propose indiquant qu'il existe un terrain vacant sur
cette rue qui pourrait etre utilise pour d'autres objectifs a vocation collective, si Ie
rezonage eta it permis.
Monsieur Ray Glennie, du 170, avenue Meadowbank, s'adresse au
conseil et exprime sa crainte que d'autres entreprises pourraient s'installer dans la rue, a
I'avenir.
Monsieur Erin Trafton exprime son opposition au rezonage propose en
raison de I'augmentation prevue de la circulation.
Le maire invite Ie public a venir exprimer son appui au projet de
rezonage, les personnes suivantes ayant pris la parole:
Madame Michelle Bruzak prend la parole en faveur de Joyce McGee, la
demanderesse, affirmant qu'il existe une liste d'attente de 55 personnes agees au
Nouveau-Brunswick qui cherchent a se trouver une place dans un foyer comme celui de
Madame McGee. Elle ajoute qu'un lit d'hopital coute 600 $ par jour pour une personne
qui attend d'etre placee dans un foyer de groupe ou Ie prix n'est que de 65 $ par jour.
Madame Bruzak ajoute que Madame McGee est la proprietaire et la gerante du foyer et
qu'elle habite un appartement separe a I'interieur de la maison; que la maison est
suffisamment grande pour y loger deux residents supplementaires; que cinq voitures
peuvent y stationner et que Madame McGee n'a jamais reyu de plaintes relatives au
stationnement; que les inquietudes qu'expriment les adversaires au rezonage sont
traitees aux conditions stipulees par I'article 39 joint a la demande.
Madame Marie-Christian Patel, du 100, avenue Meadowbank, parle en
faveur du rezonage attestant qu'elle n'est au courant d'aucun probleme provenant du
foyer de groupe et qu'elle n'en prevoit aucun si la propriete devait etre rezonee.
M. Geral Vickers, du 111, avenue Meadowbank reyoit I'assurance que
ladite propriete ne pourrait etre convertie en maison de transition et il exprime son appui
au rezonage.
Monsieur Harold Miller, du 116, avenue Meadowbank avise Ie conseil
qu'il habite la maison juste a cote du foyer en question et il affirme que Madame McGee
est allee de porte a porte, chez chacun des voisins pour les inviter a visiter Ie foyer, ce
qu'il a fait, et, il indique que Ie foyer est tres propre et s'apprete au soutien des
personnes agees de la collectivite et qu'il est en faveur du rezonage.
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
QUE Ie conseil reporte de deux semaines Ie rezonage
propose pour permettre a la proprietaire et gestionnaire de fournir des dessins plus
detailles de la maison situee au 124, avenue Meadowbank.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition visant a reporter I'examen de cette
question est adoptee.
40. Third Reading of Proposed Zoning By-law
Amendment - 193 Westmorland Road
On motion of Councillor Fitzgerald
Seconded by Councillor Teed
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-632, A Law To Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John,
by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 193 Westmorland Road, having an area of
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approximately 1,070 square metres (11,517 square feet), also identified as PID Number
320564, from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential classification, be read.
The By-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-632, A Law To Amend The
Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John" was read in its entirety.
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-632, A Law To Amend The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John,
by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 193 Westmorland Road, having an area of
approximately 1,070 square metres (11,517 square feet), also identified as PID Number
320564, from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential classification, be read a third time
and enacted and the Corporate Common Seal be affixed thereto.
Read a third time the By-law Number C.P. 100-632, A Law To Amend
The Zoning By-law Of The City Of Saint John".
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
40. Troisieme lecture du projet de modification
de I'arrete sur Ie zonaQe du terrain situe au 193, chemin Westmorland
Proposition du conseiller Fitzgerald
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Teed
QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete nO C.P. 100-632
modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage
d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 193, chemin Westmorland, d'une superficie d'environ
1 070 metres carres (11 517 pieds carres) et portant Ie NID 320564, afin de la faire
passer de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R2 >>, fasse
I'objet d'une lecture.
L'arrete intitule << Arrete nO C. P. 100-632 modifiant Ie zonage de The City
of Saint John >> est lu integralement.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete nO C.P. 100-632
modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage
d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 193, chemin Westmorland, d'une superficie d'environ
1 070 metres carres (11 517 pieds carres) et portant Ie NID 320564, afin de la faire
passer de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R2 >>, fasse
I'objet d'une troisieme lecture.
Troisieme lecture de I'arrete intitule Arrete nO C. P. 100-632 modifiant Ie
zonage de The City of Saint John.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
42. Application of Fundy Bay Holdings for
Municipal Plan Amendment - 2260 Loch Lomond Road
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Teed
RESOLVED that the application for re-zoning of
property located at 2260 Loch Lomond 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, December 1,
2003.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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42. Demande de Fundy Bay Holdings concernant la modification du plan
municipal relativement au terrain situe au 2260, chemin Loch Lomond
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Teed
QUE la demande relative a la modification du
zonage du terrain situe au 2260, chemin Loch Lomond so it soumise au comite
consultatif d'urbanisme en vue de I'etablissement d'un rapport formulant des
recommandations, que la publication des avis a cet effet soit autorisee et qu'une
audience publique soit tenue Ie lundi 1 er decembre 2003.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
43(a). Saint John Board of Police Commissioners - Telegraph Journal Building
(b). Re-zoninQ Chown Field
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, The City of Saint John authorize the Saint John Police Commission to initiate
an application to amend the Municipal Development Plan and Zoning By-law with
respect to Chown Field to permit the development of a Police Headquarters
acknowledging that the above consent does not implicitly or explicitly obligate Council to
approve any zoning or other applications arising from the consent herein.
Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillors Chase
and Teed voting nay.
43(a). Bureau des commissaires de la police de Saint John - Immeuble Telegraph
Journal
(b). RezonaQe du terrain Chown
Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE
The City of Saint John autorise a la commission de police de Saint John d'entamer une
demande de modification au plan de developpement municipal et a I'arrete de zonage
relativement au terrain Chown afin de permettre I'amenagement d'un quartier general du
service de police, affirmant que Ie consentement precite n'oblige pas Ie conseil de fayon
implicite ou explicite a approuver aucune demande de zonage ou autres demandes en
vertu dudit consentement.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee, les conseillers Chase et
Teed ayant vote contre.
44. Saint John Board of Police Commissioners 2003 BudQet Update
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the submitted report of the Saint
John Police Force Operating Budget for the period ended August 31, 2003 in
accordance with Section 7(3) of the New Brunswick Police Act, be received for
information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
44. Mise a jour du budget 2003 du bureau des commissaires
de la police de Saint John
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE I'etat financier soumis par Ie bureau des
commissaires de la police de Saint John relatif a la situation financiere du corps de
police en ce qui concerne son budget pour I'exercice financier se terminant Ie
31 aout 2003, conformement a I'article 7(3) de la Loi sur la police pour Ie
Nouveau-Brunswick, soit accepte a titre d'information.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
45. PlanninQ Advisory Committee - Street VestinQ 900-1620 Sandy Point Road
On motion of Councillor Fitzgerald
Seconded by Councillor Teed
RESOLVED that as recommended by the
Planning Advisory Committee, Council assent to one or more subdivision plans that
would vest the following parcels of land as being part of the Sandy Point Road public
street right-of-way: (a) The front portion of the Timothy and Mee Yong Jones property
situated at 1620 Sandy Point Road, also being identified as a portion of PID Number
55072979, having an approximate area of 72 square metres (775 square feet); (b) The
front portion of The City Of Saint John property situated at 1675 Sandy Point Road, also
being identified as a portion of PID No. 00418129, having an approximate area of 1012
square metres (10,893 square feet); (c) The majority of the front portion of the Jennifer
Brittain property situated at 1700 Sandy Point Road, also being identified as a portion of
PID Number 0050849, having an approximate area of 680 square metres (7320 square
feet); and (d) The front portion of two City Of Saint John properties situated at 900-1000
Sandy Point Road, also being identified as portions of 55059067 and 55059083, having
an approximate total area of 4923 square metres (52,992 square feet).
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
45. Comite consultatif d'urbanisme recommandant
I'inclusion d'une rue du 900 au 1620, chemin Sandy Point
Proposition du conseiller Fitzgerald
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Teed
Comme Ie recommande Ie comite consultatif
d'urbanisme, QUE Ie conseil approuve un ou plusieurs plans de lotissement pour inclure
les parcelles de terrain suivants au droit de passage public du chemin Sandy Point:
a) La partie avant de la propriete de Timothy et de Mee Yong Jones situee au
1620, chemin Sandy Point, une parcelle du terrain portant Ie NID 55072979, d'une
superficie d'environ 72 metres carres (775 pieds carres); b) La partie avant de la
propriete de The City of Saint John situee au 1675, chemin Sandy Point, une parcelle du
terrain portant Ie NID 00418129, d'une superficie d'environ 1 012 metres carres
(10 893 pieds carres); c) La partie avant de la propriete de Jennifer Brittain situee au
1700, chemin Sandy Point, une parcelle du terrain portant Ie NID 0050849, d'une
superficie d'environ 680 metres carres (7 320 pieds carres); d) La partie avant de la
propriete de The City of Saint John situee au 900-1000, chemin Sandy Point, une
parcelle du terrain portant les NID 55059067 et 55059083, d'une superficie d'environ
4923 metres carres (52 992 pieds carres).
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
46. Council Reduction
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Teed
RESOLVED that the item, Council Reduction,
tabled on January 7, 2002 be lifted from the table.
Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillors Court,
Desmond, Fitzpatrick and Trites voting nay.
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Chase
RESOLVED that the number of Councillors be
reduced to 8 for the next municipal election.
Question being taken, the motion was defeated.
46. Reduction de la taille du conseil
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Teed
QUE Ie point presente Ie 7 janvier ayant trait a la
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reduction de la taille du conseil so it soumis aux fins de discussion.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee, les conseillers Court,
Desmond, Fitzpatrick et Trites ayant vote contre.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Chase
QUE Ie nombre de conseillers so it reduit a huit en
prevision des prochaines elections municipales.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est rejetee.
47. Uncovered Gravel Trucks
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED the letter from Councillor Teed
regarding the use of covers for transport trucks carrying loose material to prevent the
spillage of the contents be referred to the Police Commission for enforcement.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
47. Bennes a Qravier decouvertes
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
QUE la lettre du conseiller Teed, relative a
I'utilisation de couverts pour les camions transportant des materiaux laches, afin de
prevenir Ie deversement du contenu, so it reportee au commissaire de la police aux fins
de mesures coercitives.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
48. ExpeditinQ Rothesay Avenue Street Work
Councillor Teed proposed a motion which was not seconded concerning
expediting road work on Rothesay Avenue.
48. Acceleration des travaux routiers sur I'avenue Rothesay
Le conseiller Teed presente une proposition, qui n'est pas appuyee,
relativement aux travaux routiers sur I'avenue Rothesay.
49. Noise Control
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Teed
regarding the noise control by-law respecting jake brakes and motorcycles on City
streets be referred to the City Manager for a report.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
49. Lutte contre Ie bruit
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la lettre du conseiller Teed, relativement a
I'arrete portant sur la lutte contre Ie bruit provenant des freins Jacobs et des
motocyclettes dans les rues de la ville, soit reportee au directeur general aux fins de
rapport.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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50. AmalQamation of Police Force
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that Council disclaim any effort by
the present Police Commission to involve or promote a Metropolitan Police Force until
such time as the Police Commission has contacted Council and gives full information
and receives a policy directive from Council
The Mayor informed Council that the Police Commission have had
informal discussions on this matter, but have not formally made any contacts, at which
time Councillor Titus withdrew his second to the motion.
50. Fusion des services de police
Proposition du conseiller Teed
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
QUE Ie conseil rejette tout effort de la part de la
commission de police d'impliquer ou de promouvoir les services de la police municipale
actuelle jusqu'au moment ou Ie service de police communique tous les renseignements
au conseil et qu'il reyoive des directives de politique de la part du conseil.
Le maire indique au conseil que la commission de la police a eu des
discussions informelles sur la matiere mais qu'elle n'a pas procede a des
communications formelles, Ie conseiller Titus a donc retire son appui a la proposition.
51. Future Medical School
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the recognition of Saint John as
the appropriate location for the expansion of medical services into a full Faculty of
Medicine be a topic to be discussed with the MLA's of the Metro region at the next
conference.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
51. Future ecole de medecine
Proposition du conseiller Teed
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
QUE la reconnaissance de Saint John en tant
qu'emplacement approprie pour I'expansion des services medicaux menant a la creation
d'une faculte de medecine complete fasse I'objet de discussions aupres des membres
de l'Assemblee legislative de la region metropolitaine lors de la prochaine conference.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
52. Council Operation
On motion of Councillor Teed
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that items submitted by Councillors in
accordance with the Municipalities Act be given early listing in the Council agenda.
The Mayor advised Council that the City Manager and the Common Clerk
will present a report to include this issue at which time Councillor Titus withdrew his
motion.
52. Fonctionnement du conseil
Proposition du conseiller Teed
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
QUE les points presentes par les conseillers en
vertu de la Loi sur les municipalites soient inscrits en priorite a I'ordre du jour du conseil.
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Le maire informe Ie conseil que Ie directeur general et Ie greffier
presenteront un rapport pour aborder cette question, apres quoi Ie conseiller Titus retire
sa proposition.
53. Celebration Saint John 400 Request for Advance
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the request from Celebration
Saint John 400 Committee for an advance of $6,600. from the $13,000. previously
requested for the 2004 budget to allow the Committee to continue its work towards
planning the many activities associated with Celebrations 400, be referred to the City
Manager for a report.
The Mayor noted that a budget should be submitted to Council by
Celebration Saint John 400 Committee.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
53. Demande de versement d'une avance dans Ie cadre des celebrations des
400 ans de Saint John
Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
QUE la demande du comite des celebrations des
400 ans de Saint John relative au versement d'une avance de 6 000 $ sur les 13 000 $
deja demandes dans Ie cadre du budget de 2004 pour permettre au comite de continuer
ses travaux de planification de nombreuses activites associees avec les celebrations,
so it transmise au directeur general en vue de la presentation d'un rapport.
Le maire souligne que Ie comite des celebrations des 400 ans de Saint
John do it presenter un budget au conseil.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
54. Saint John Community Loan Fund Request to Present
On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the request from the Saint John
Community Loan Fund to present to Council at the November 3rd meeting be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
54. Fonds de pret communautaire de Saint John -
Demande de presentation devant Ie conseil
Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la demande du fonds de pret
communautaire de Saint John en vue de faire une presentation devant Ie conseil durant
la reunion du 3 novembre so it approuvee.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
55. Request from Canadian Diabetes Association
to Conduct a Door to Door CampaiQn
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Trites
RESOLVED that the request from the Canadian
Diabetes Association to conduct a door-to-door campaign from October 14 to November
28, 2003, be approved, and that the Mayor send a letter to the Association with such
approval.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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55. Demande de l'Association canadienne
du diabete en vue de mener une campaQne porte a porte
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites
QUE la demande de l'Association canadienne du
diabete en vue de mener une campagne porte a porte du 14 octobre au 28 novembre
2003 soit approuvee et que Ie maire envoie une lettre a l'Association pour confirmer
I'approbation.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
56. Saint John Community Arts Board Request to Present
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the request from the Saint John
Community Arts Board to present to Council be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
56. Conseil des arts communautaires de Saint John -
Demande de presentation devant Ie conseil
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
QUE la demande du conseil des arts
communautaires de Saint John en vue de faire une presentation devant Ie conseil so it
approuvee.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
57. Application of Barsa Ventures Ltd. for
Re-zoninQ of Property at Woodward Avenue
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald
RESOLVED that the application for re-zoning of
property located at Woodward Avenue (PID Numbers 55162812, Portion of 55162820
and Portion of 55147326) 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 December 1, 2003.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
57. Demande de Barsa Ventures Ltd. au sujet
du rezonaQe d'un terrain situe sur I'avenue Woodward
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald
QUE la demande relative a la modification de
zonage du terrain situe sur I'avenue Woodward, portant Ie NID 55162812 et faisant
partie des NID 55162820 et 55147326, so it soumise au comite consultatif d'urbanisme
en vue de la presentation d'un rapport et d'une recommandation, que la publication des
avis a cet effet so it autorisee et qu'une audience publique so it tenue Ie
1 er decembre 2003.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
58. Letter from Uptown Saint John
SupportinQ Tourism Saint John's 2004 BudQet
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the letter from Uptown Saint
John Inc. supporting Tourism Saint John's 2004 operating budget be received for
information.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried.
58. Lettre d'appui de Uptown Saint John
concernant Ie budQet de Tourisme Saint John pour 2004
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
QUE la lettre d'appui de Uptown Saint John Inc.
concernant Ie budget de fonctionnement de Tourisme Saint John pour 2004 soit
acceptee a titre d'information.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
59. Letter from Loch Lomond Villa Residents Council - State of Sidewalks
On motion of Councillor Desmond
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from Loch Lomond
Villa Residents Council regarding the condition of sidewalks adjacent to the Loch
Lomond Villa apartment complex be referred to the City Manager.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
59. Lettre du conseil des residents de Loch Lomond Villa
au sujet de I'etat des trottoirs
Proposition du conseiller Desmond
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
QUE la lettre du conseil des residents de Loch
Lomond Villa au sujet de I'etat des trottoirs adjacents au complexe de logements de
Loch Lomond Villa soit transmise au directeur general.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
60. Letter and Budget from Human Development Council
and Request for Financial Support
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Ball
RESOLVED that the letter from the Human
Development Council requesting continued financial support from The City of Saint John
in the amount of $27,500. for 2004 be referred to Budget Deliberations.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
60. Lettre et budget du Human Development
Council et demande de soutien financier
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball
QUE la lettre du Human Development Council
demandant Ie soutien financier continu de The City of Saint John au montant de
27 500 $ pour 2004 fasse partie des discussions relatives au budget.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
61. Letter from The Friends of John Cabot
ReQuestinQ June 24, 2004 be Proclaimed Discoverv Day
On motion of Councillor Trites
Seconded by Councillor Desmond
RESOLVED that the letter from the Friends of
John Cabot requesting that June 24, 2004 be proclaimed Discovery Day in honor of
John Cabot be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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61. Lettre de The Friends of John Cabot demandant que Ie 24 juin 2004 soit
proclame Jour de la Decouverte
Proposition du conseiller Trites
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond
QUE la lettre de The Friends of John Cabot
demandant que Ie 24 juin 2004 soit proclame Jour de la Decouverte en I'honneur de
Jean Cabot soit approuvee a titre d'information.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Adjournment
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned, advising that the next
meeting will be a Committee of the Whole Meeting open to the public scheduled for
October 27,2003 at 5:00 p.m.
Cloture de la reunion
Le maire declare que la seance est levee et precise que la prochaine
reunion sera une reunion publique en comite plenier qui se tiendra Ie 27 octobre 2003 a
17 h.
Common Clerk/greffier communal