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2004-04-05_Minutes--Procès-verbal 90-511 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 At a meeting of the Common Council, held at the City Hall in The City of Saint John, on Monday, the 5th day of April A.D. 2004, at 5:00 o'clock p.m. present Shirley McAlary, Mayor Deputy Mayor White and Councillors Ball, Chase, Court, Desmond, Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick, Teed, Titus and Trites - and - 1. Totten, City Manager; J. Nugent, City Solicitor; A. Beckett, Commissioner of Finance and 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; P. Woods, Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk. Etaient presentes a une reunion du conseil communal qui a eu lieu a l'h6tel de ville de The City of Saint John, Ie lundi 5 avril 2004 a 17 h, les personnes suivantes : Shirley McAlary, maire; Ie maire suppleant White et les conseillers Ball, Chase, Court, Desmond, Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick, Teed, Titus et Trites; - et- 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; P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe. 1. Meeting Called To Order - Prayer Mayor McAlary called the meeting to order with Father Joe Arsenault offering the opening prayer. 1. Ouverture de la seance - priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McAlary, et Ie pere Joe Arsenault recite la priere d'ouverture. 2. Approval of Minutes On motion of Councillor Desmond Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on March 22, 2004 be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2. Approbation du proces-verbal de la derniere reunion Proposition du conseiller Desmond Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzpatrick QUE Ie proces-verbal de la reunion du conseil communal du 22 mars 2004 soit adopte. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 90-512 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 3. Approval of Agenda On motion of Councillor Desmond Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be approved with item number 34, Land Issue 10.2(4)(d) referred to the next closed Committee of the Whole meeting. Question being taken, the motion was carried. The Mayor welcomed Abel LeBlanc, MLA and advised that the Water and Wastewater item will be placed on the agenda for the April 13 Council session. On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that items number 18, Water and Wastewater Strategy, and number 31, City of Saint John Environment Committee Supporting Water and Wastewater Strategy, on tonight's agenda be brought forward. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 3. Adoption de I'ordre du jour Proposition du conseiller Desmond Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White QUE I'ordre du jour de la presente reunion so it adopte moyennant Ie report du point 34, probleme lie au terrain 10.2(4)d), a la reunion privee en comite plenier. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le maire accueille M. Abel LeBlanc, membre de l'Assemblee legislative et, affirme que la question relative a I'eau et aux egouts est inscrite a I'ordre du jour de la reunion publique du conseil du 13 avril. Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE Ie point numero 18 relatif ala strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts et Ie point numero 31 relatif au Comite sur I'environnement de The City of Saint John appuyant la strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts, inscrits a I'ordre du jour de la presente reunion, soient examines. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 18. Water and Wastewater Strategy On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that Common Council appoint a small ad-hoc committee of Council for the sole purpose of taking whatever action is required to source out $84 million from the other levels of government to ensure that the City's Water and Wastewater Strategy can be implemented, as proposed, and further that this ad hoc committee report back to Council on a regular basis. The Mayor advised that the committee will be appointed through the Nominating Committee and that interested Council members should advise her. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 18. Strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites QUE Ie conseil communal nom me un comite special restreint, dans I'unique but d'entreprendre to utes les actions requises afin d'attribuer 84 millions de dollars provenant d'autres paliers gouvernementaux afin d'assurer que la strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts de la Ville puisse etre mise en 90-513 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 03uvre telle que prevue et, de plus, que ce comite special transmette periodiquement ses rapports au conseil. Le maire affirme que les membres du comite seront nommes par Ie Comite des candidatures et elle demande aux membres du conseil interesses a y sieger de s'adresser a elle. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 31. City of Saint John Environment Committee Supporting Water and Wastewater Strategy On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that the letter from The City of Saint John Environment Committee supporting the Water and Wastewater Implementation Strategy and requesting to present to Council be acknowledged and a presentation date be approved for April 13, 2004. Councillor Teed raised a point of order stating that the item has been tabled until next week and there should not be discussion at this time, to which the Mayor ruled that Councillors could speak on the issue and the meeting continued. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 31. Comite sur I'environnement de The City of Saint John appuyant la strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White QUE la lettre reyue du Comite sur I'environnement de The City of Saint John appuyant la strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts ainsi que la demande en vue de faire une presentation devant Ie conseil, soient acceptees et que la presentation so it tenue Ie 13 avril 2004. Le conseiller Teed souleve une objection relativement a ce point inscrit a I'ordre du jour de la semaine prochaine et indique qu'aucune discussion ne do it etre entamee en ce moment; Ie maire declare que les conseillers sont libres d'examiner la question et la reunion se poursuit. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 4(a). Saint John City Market (b) Letter from Tenants of the Saint John City Market Consideration was given to a report from the City Manager having initially been presented at the March 8, 2004 Council meeting. The report outlined the City's responsibilities with regard to the City Market as being to: protect the historical integrity of the facility; ensure that the facility is properly maintained and that proper access and egress for the general public is ensured at all times, and take whatever actions are required to promote this facility so that it serves as a draw to the entire uptown region. The report made reference to a commissioned study, "Vision for the City Market" prepared by Robert Boyce, advising that the information contained in that report has been reviewed, and to a report from the tenants of the City Market, "From the Perspective of the Tenants", with comments by the City Manager, and is included as part (b) of this item. With the aid of photographs, the City Manager presented inconsistencies occurring at the City Market with regard to site lines, installation of coolers, and inappropriate storage. He noted there is a problem with security and hours of operation and outlined details of a proposed solution to the issues facing the City Market and presented recommendations as detailed in the report. Discussion followed with Councillors giving input to the issues brought forward in the City Manager's report and the tenant's document, noting issues such as the uniqueness of the City Market; inappropriateness of certain businesses located there; dollars budgeted for Market promotion should be spent locally; and problems with hours of operation. 90-514 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 Several Councillors objected to the proposed hiring of a manager from outside the organization and noted a probable incompatibility between the roles of promoter and that of rules enforcer which is proposed for the new manager. Councillor Teed pointed out that the Saint John City Market is the only Common law market granted by a Charter in Canada. Councillor Titus expressed his preference for the original recommendation made by the City Manager that the City remove itself from all aspects of managing the City Market, except to protect the historical asset, and that the City Market should not be a cost to the taxpayer Councillor Chase called attention to several ideas in the report, "Vision for the City Market" which would generate revenue for the Market. He also proposed an amendment which was seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald to include in recommendation number 5 a review of the appropriate site lines. Question being taken on the amendment described above, the motion was defeated. The City Manager explained that if the recommendations submitted are approved, he would be having discussions with the tenants and report back to Council within 60 days. On motion of Councillor Ball Seconded by Deputy Mayor White 1 ) RESOLVED that Common Council adopt the following statements as being reflective of the City's Vision for the Market. "The City Market is the heart of a vibrant and thriving uptown shopping community. People from the greater Saint John region are drawn to the Market by its unique atmosphere of history and tradition. - a special place to gather with friends and family and engage with the community at large. The Market is known as a hub of activity particularly on weekends and special occasions. The Market has a reputation for a wide selection of high quality, fresh foods and great service. The Market is also famous for a great selection of unique eateries and quality craft and gift shops - a great place to meet for lunch and I or pick up a special gift for a special person. The City Market also serves as the premier tourist attraction in the greater Saint John region. Visitors are drawn to the Market by its unique combination of a first rate, vibrant and modern market operating in an immaculately preserved, historically significant building. Guests can enjoy a unique dining or shopping experience or simply stroll around and take in all the history of this exceptional landmark by viewing the interpretation stations located throughout the Market that tell the stories of the Market in words and pictures. The constant bustle in the Market caused by the strong local trade adds greatly to the appeal for visitors. Guests are delighted by the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by merchants and local customers alike who obviously appreciate their presence in the Market. The Market is comprised primarily of small, well-run operated businesses. The majority of merchants are food related - either fresh or prepared. Food vendors are complemented by a variety of interesting merchants and craftersl artisans selling quality giftware, art, crafts, clothing, and flowers and so on. A large stable of part-time tenants rotate through a number of temporary locations throughout and around the Market on weekends." 2) That Common Council in an effort to more fully realize this Vision for the Market, authorize staff to seek the services of an individual or firm (for a contracted period of time) to fulfill the responsibilities of Promotions and Leasing Manager of the Market as per the submitted advertisement and general responsibilities. 3) In order to ensure that visitors to the Market are ensured of a consistent product when the Market is open, Common Council authorize the Mayor to communicate directly with tenants that all tenants must comply with the hours of operations and all other Rules and Regulations as found in Schedule "B" of the Bylaw. 90-515 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 (Proposed letter submitted); and that the City Manager be instructed to report back to Council within 60 days with respect to compliance. 4) Given that Council has adopted a new by-law regarding Sunday shopping on the premise that the entire Municipality is a tourist destination, Council notify the tenants that the Market will be open every Sunday from the fourth Sunday in May until December 251h from the hours of 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and any other days as permitted in the by-law. 5) That Common Council request that the City Solicitor review the existing by-law as to its relevance and with the intent of eliminating sections that should be otherwise covered in lease agreements or could simply be authorized by a resolution. 6) In recognition of concerns expressed by tenants regarding the number of hours that all tenants must remain open, the City Manager be instructed to explore the possibility of introducing the concept of "reduced core operating" hours, beyond which tenants could choose to open or not, and report back to Council no later than December 31,2004. 7) In recognition of tenants concerns related to security, should they choose not to open beyond the core hours, the City Manager be authorized to seek expertise for the design of bench covers that would add to the historical look of the facility while at the same time providing some level of security to bench tenants. Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillors Court, Fitzgerald and Titus, voting nay. 4a) Marche municipal de Saint John b) lettre rec;ue des locataires du marche municipal de Saint John Examen d'un rapport du directeur general, presente a I'origine a la reunion du conseil du 8 mars 2004. Le rapport souligne les responsabilites suivantes que do it assumer la Ville relativement au marche municipal: de proteger I'integrite historique de I'emplacement; d'assurer que I'emplacement est adequatement entretenu, de fournir au public des voies d'acces et de sortie adequates en tout temps et d'entreprendre toutes les actions necessaires afin de promouvoir cet emplacement pour qu'il attire les residents de toute la region du centre-vi lie. Le rapport mentionne une etude de commande, intitulee << Vision du marche municipal >>, redigee par Robert Boyce, affirmant que les renseignements contenus dans ce rapport ont ete examines et, un rapport prepare par les locataires du marche municipal intitule << Le point de vue des locataires >>, incluant des commentaires soumis par Ie directeur general, et ledit rapport est inclus comme paragraphe b) sous ce point. A I'aide de photographies, Ie directeur general souligne certaines inconsistances presentes au marche municipal relativement aux limites du terrain, a I'installation de glacieres et a I'entreposage inadequat. II indique I'existence d'un probleme visant la securite et les heures d'operation, souligne certaines solutions proposees aux questions visant Ie marche municipal et presente des recommandations telles qu'elles ont ete detaillees dans Ie rapport. Une discussion s'ensuit parmi les conseillers qui ajoutent des commentaires sur les questions sou levees dans Ie rapport du directeur general et celui des locataires, sur certains points, tels que Ie caractere unique du marche municipal; Ie caractere inadequat de certains commerces situes sur les lieux; les sommes d'argent prevues pour la promotion du marche devant etre distribuees dans la region; et les problemes lies aux heures d'operation. Plusieurs conseillers s'opposent a I'embauche prevue d'un gestionnaire provenant de I'exterieur de I'organisation et indiquent qu'une incompatibilite est envisageable entre la promotion et I'application des regles, roles prevus du nouveau gestionnaire. Le conseiller Teed souligne que Ie marche municipal de Saint John est Ie seul marche de common law, constitue en vertu d'une Charte au Canada. 90-516 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 Le conseiller Titus indique qu'il prefere la recommandation d'origine soumise par Ie directeur general voulant que la Ville se desiste de toute forme de gestion relative au marche municipal, a I'exception de la protection du bien historique, et qu'aucuns couts relatifs au marche municipal ne doivent etre assumes par les contribuables. Le conseiller Chase souligne plusieurs concepts etablis dans Ie rapport intitule << Vision du marche municipal >> qui pourraient engendrer des recettes pour Ie marche. II propose egalement une modification, appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald, d'inclure a la recommandation numero 5, un examen des limites adequates du terrain. La proposition de modification susmentionnee est soumise au vote et rejetee. Le directeur general indique que si les recommandations soumises sont approuvees, il entamera des discussions avec les locataires et soumettra son rapport au conseil dans une periode de 60 jours. Proposition du conseiller Ball Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White 1) QUE Ie conseil communal adopte les enonces suivants en vue de refleter la vision de la Ville relative au marche municipal. << Le marche municipal est Ie creur d'une collectivite vibrante et croissante qui aime magasiner. Les residents de la region du Grand Saint John sont attires au marche en raison de son ambiance historique et traditionnelle unique - un lieu special pour rencontrer les amis et la famille et s'entretenir avec I'ensemble de la collectivite. Le marche est considere comme un centre d'activites, surtout en fin de semaine et lors des evenements speciaux. Le marche beneticie d'une bonne reputation, off rant de nombreux choix d'aliments frais de haute qualite et un excellent service. Le marche est renomme ega/ement pour ses cafes et restaurants uniques et ses boutiques d'artisanat et de cadeaux de qualite - un excellent endroit pour se reunir, prendre Ie dejeuner et acheter un cadeau special pour une personne exceptionnelle. Le marche municipal est ega/ement Ie premier site d'attraction touristique dans la region du Grand Saint John. Les visiteurs sont attires au marche en raison de la combinaison unique d'un marche vibrant et modeme situe dans un edifice impeccablement preserve qui beneticie d'une signification historique. Les invites peuvent jouir d'une experience culinaire ou de magasinage uniques ou i1s peuvent tout simplement se promener et beneticier de I'histoire entourant ce repere terrestre en visionnant les kiosques d'interpretation situes partout dans Ie marche et qui racontent son histoire a I'aide de texte et d'images. L'affairement continuel dans Ie marche en raison du vigoureux commerce local ajoute beaucoup de charme pour les visiteurs. Les invites sont enchantes par I'ambiance cha/eureuse et accueillante creee par les marchands ainsi que par la clientele locale qui apprecient evidemment leur presence au marche. Le marche comprend principa/ement de petits commerces tres bien geres. La plupart des marchands off rent des aliments - soit frais, soit appretes. Les marchands de denrees sont accompagnes de divers commerqants, artisans et artistes qui vendent des articles de cadeaux de qualite, des reuvres d'art, de I'artisanat, des vetements, des f1eurs, etc. Un grand nombre de locataires a temps partiel occupent, a tour de role, certains emplacements temporaires a I'interieur et autour du marche en fin de semaine. )) 2) Que Ie conseil communal, dans un effort de realiser plus amplement cette Vision du marche, autorise les employes a solliciter les services d'une personne ou d'une entreprise (pour une periode determinee par contrat) afin d'assurer les responsabilites Iiees a la promotion et a la gestion de la location du marche en fonction de la publicite presentee et des responsabilites generales. 3) Afin de prevoir que les visiteurs au marche reyoivent un produit consistant lorsque Ie marche est ouvert, que Ie conseil communal autorise Ie maire a communiquer directement avec les locataires, que les locataires se conforment aux heures d'ouverture et a tout autre reglement ou regie inscrite a I'annexe << B >> de I'arrete. (Soumission de la 90-517 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 lettre proposee); et que Ie directeur general soit charge de soumettre son rapport au conseil dans un delai de 60 jours relativement a la conformite. 4) Vu que Ie conseil a adopte un nouvel arrete relatif au magasinage du dimanche, en partant du principe que la municipalite entiere est une destination touristique, que Ie conseil avise les locataires que Ie marche sera ouvert tous les dimanches a partir du quatrieme dimanche du mois de mai jusqu'au 25 decembre, de 12 h a 17 h, et tout autre jour permis en vertu de I'arrete. 5) Que Ie conseil communal demande a I'avocat municipal d'etudier I'arrete en vigueur relativement a la pertinence de ce dernier et dans Ie but de radier les articles qui devraient plutot etre incorpores dans une convention de location ou simplement autorise par une resolution. 6) En reconnaissance des preoccupations formulees par les locataires relatives au nombre d'heures que leur commerce do it etre ouvert, que Ie directeur general so it charge d'etudier la possibilite de presenter Ie concept de reduction d'heures d'ouverture de base, en dehors desquelles les locataires pourraient choisir d'ouvrir ou de fermer leur commerce, et qu'il transmette son rapport au conseil avant Ie 31 decembre 2004. 7) En reconnaissance des preoccupations des locataires relatives a la securite, s'ils devaient choisir de ne pas laisser leur commerce ouvert en dehors des heures de base, que Ie directeur general so it autorise a solliciter les conseils d'experts concernant la conception de couverts pour les bancs qui pourraient ajouter une allure historique a I'emplacement tout en fournissant un certain niveau de securite aux locataires de bancs. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee, les conseiller Court, Fitzgerald et Titus ayant vote contre. 5. Design & Construction Management Watermain and Sanitary Renewal, Storm Sewer Installation - Mount Pleasant Avenue East On motion of Councillor Trites Seconded by Councillor Ball RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager the proposal of Crandall Engineering Ltd. for engineering services (design and construction management) for Mount Pleasant Avenue East - Water Main and Sanitary Sewer Renewal, Storm Sewer Installation and Street Reconstruction be accepted, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute appropriate documentation in that regard. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5. Gestion de la conception et de la construction de conduites d'eau principales et renouvellement de I'infrastructure sanitaire et installations d'egouts pluviaux sur I'avenue Mount Pleasant Est Proposition du conseiller Trites Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE la proposition de Crandall Engineering Ltd., relative aux services d'ingenierie (gestion de la conception et de la construction) visant la reparation de conduites d'eau et d'egouts sanitaires et I'installation d'egouts pluviaux sur I'avenue Mount Pleasant Est, ainsi que la reconstruction de la rue, so it acceptee et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation afferente. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6. Easement Acquisition - 120 St. James Street On motion of Councillor Desmond Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that The City of Saint John acquire an 87 square metres :t easement for municipal services in PID Number 1891 from Mr. Thomas Craft for the sum of $870.00 (plus HST if applicable) as generally shown on the submitted plan subject to the following: 90-518 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 1) The City of Saint John pay for and prepare any plan of survey required; 2) The City of Saint John shall pay to a maximum amount of $400.00 towards the legal fees (inclusive of HST and applicable registrations fees) incurred by Mr. Craft to finalize this transaction; and 3) The City of Saint John shall indemnify and hold harmless Mr. Craft from any actions, claims, expenses and demand arising from this construction in or on the aforementioned easement area located on PID Number 1891, 120 St. James Street; and 4) The Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign any document required to finalize this transaction. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6. Acquisition d'une servitude situee au 120, rue St. James Proposition du conseiller Desmond Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE The City of Saint John acquiere une servitude, aux fins de services municipaux, d'une parcelle d'une superficie d'environ 87 metres carres portant Ie NID 1891, appartenant a Thomas Craft, pour la somme de 870 $ (TVH en sus, s'il y a lieu) comme Ie montre de fayon generale Ie plan presente, sous reserve des conditions suivantes : 1) que The City of Saint John prepare les plans d'arpentage necessaires et qu'elle en assume les frais; 2) que The City of Saint John assume les frais juridiques jusqu'a concurrence de 400 $ (incluant la TVH et les frais d'enregistrement applicables) que M. Craft a encourus pour conclure cette transaction; 3) que The City of Saint John indemnise et degage de toute responsabilite M. Craft de toute action, reclamation, depense ou sommation resultant de ladite construction sur la servitude susmentionnee ou autour de cette derniere, situee au 120, rue St. James et portant Ie NID 1891. 4) Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer tous les documents requis afin de conclure cette transaction. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 7. Land Acquisition, Easement and Right-of-way - 41-49 Ocean Court On motion of Councillor Fitzgerald Seconded by Councillor Ball RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager: 1) The City of Saint John purchase a 26,300 sq. ft. +1- portion of PID number 55013908 as well as a 20 ft. wide right-of-way in favour of The City of Saint John and an easement for municipal services in PID Numbers 399402 and 399394 (as generally shown on the submitted sketch) from David Peacock for $27,500.00 Cdn. (plus HST if applicable); 2) As part of the transaction the City shall: a) prepare and pay for any plan of survey necessary to finalize this transaction; b) fence the site to control access to the stand pipe; c) landscape the site to a "utilitarian standard"; and 3) further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign any document necessary to finalize this transaction. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 90-519 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 7. Acquisition de terrain, de servitude et de droit de passage situes au 41-49, impasse Ocean Proposition du conseiller Fitzgerald Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general QUE: 1) The City of Saint John acquiere une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 26300 pieds carres et portant Ie NID 55013908, ainsi qu'un droit de passage de 20 pieds de largeur en faveur de The City of Saint John et une servitude aux fins de services municipaux, d'une parcelle de terrain portant les NID 399402 et 399394 (comme Ie montre de fayon generale Ie dessin presente) appartenant a David Peacock, pour la somme de 27 500 $ canadiens (TVH en sus, s'il ya lieu); 2) Les modalites suivantes font partie de la transaction et la Ville s'engage a : a) preparer tous les plans d'arpentage requis afin de conclure ladite transaction et acquitter les frais afferents; eriger une cloture afin de controler I'acces a la cheminee d'equilibre; effectuer un amenagement paysager afin de respecter une norme b) c) utilitaire; 3) Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer toute la documentation requise afin de conclure cette transaction. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 8. Land Acquisition - Sydney St. - CNR On motion of Councillor Ball Seconded by Councillor Desmond RESOLVED that The City of Saint John acquire the fee simple interest in a 23,522 sq. ft. +1- portion of PID Number 6000969 as generally shown on the submitted "Schedule A" from Canadian National Railway Properties Inc. for $58,005.00 CDN. (plus HST if applicable), upon the following terms and conditions. The City of Saint John will: 1) execute the attached Offer to Purchase and return to CNR Properties Inc. with deposit attached in the amount of $5000.00 +HST; and further 2) that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute any necessary documents to finalize this transaction. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 8. Acquisition de terrain - rue Sydney - CNR Proposition du conseiller Ball Appuyee par Ie conseiller Desmond Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general QUE The City of Saint John acquiere I'interet en fief simple d'une partie du terrain portant Ie NID 6000969, d'environ 23 522 pieds carres, comme I'indique de maniere generale 1'<< annexe A >> presentee, appartenant a Canadian National Railway Properties Inc., pour la somme de 58 005 de dollars canadiens (TVH en sus, s'il ya lieu), selon les modalites suivantes : The City of Saint John s'engage : 1) a signer I'offre d'achat jointe et ala renvoyer a CNR Properties Inc. accompagnee d'un depot s'elevant a 5000 $, TVH en sus; 2) a s'assurer que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer les documents necessaires pour conclure cette transaction. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 90-520 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 9. Residential Infrastructure Assistance Number 26 - Westside Estates, Manchester Avenue On motion of Deputy Mayor White Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that Common Council approve Residential Infrastructure Assistance for: Number 26 North Star Holdings Ltd., development of Westside Estates Subdivision with the potential of 71 lots and an estimated 2004 expenditure of $120,000. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9. Demande nO 26 relativement aux successions Wests ide, avenue Manchester, dans Ie cadre du programme d'aide a I'infrastructure residentielle Proposition du maire suppleant White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general QUE Ie conseil communal approuve I'aide a I'infrastructure residentielle pour: la demande nO 26 de North Star Holdings Ltd., relativement au developpement du lotissement de Westside Estates, prevoyant 71 lots et des couts prevus s'elevant a 120000 $ pour 2004. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10. Agreement with The Province of New Brunswick - Communications Service Musquash Fire Department On motion of Councillor Desmond Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve the submitted 'Agreement Respecting Communications Service' between the Department of Environment and Local Government for the Province of New Brunswick and The City of Saint John, relative to services provided to the Musquash Fire Department, subject to a final review of the document as to form by the Legal Department, and authorize the Mayor and Common Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Councillor Fitzpatrick requested a report from the City Manager on the breakdown of costs with regard to the operation of the unit. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10. Entente entre la province du Nouveau-Brunswick et Ie Service de communications du service d'incendie de Musquash Proposition du conseiller Desmond Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE Ie conseil communal approuve 1'<< entente liee au service de communication >> etablie entre Ie ministere de l'Environnement et des Gouvernements locaux du Nouveau- Brunswick et The City of Saint John soumise, qui porte sur les services offerts au service d'incendie de Musquash, sous reserve de la revision finale du document, conformement aux exigences, par Ie service juridique, et autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier communal a signer I'entente au nom de la Ville. Le conseiller Fitzpatrick demande au directeur general de produire un rapport sur la repartition des couts lies a I'exploitation de I'unite. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 90-521 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 11. Agreement with the Town of Grand Bay-Westfield - Communications Service On motion of Councillor Desmond Seconded by Councillor Ball RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve the attached 'Agreement Respecting Communications Service' between the Town of Grand Bay/Westfield and The City of Saint John, relative to services provided to the Grand Bay/Westfield Fire Service, subject to a final review of the document as to form by the Legal Department, and authorize the Mayor and Common Clerk to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11. Entente entre les municipalites de Grand Bay et de Westfield - Service de communications Proposition du conseiller Desmond Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE Ie conseil communal approuve 1'<< entente liee au service de communication >> etablie entre les municipalites de Grand Bay, de Westfield et The City of Saint John jointe, qui porte sur les services offerts au service d'incendie de Grand Bay et de Westfield, sous reserve de la revision finale du document, conformement aux exigences, par Ie service juridique et, autorise Ie maire et Ie greffier communal a signer I'entente au nom de la Ville. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 12. Saint John Salvage Corps and Fire Police - Admission of New Members On motion of Councillor Ball Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager Common Council issue a warrant for the following new members: Gerald Dugay, Ronald Hooper and Geraldine Gallant. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 12. Services de police, d'incendie et de corps de sauvetage de Saint John - admission de nouveaux membres Proposition du conseiller Ball Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, QUE Ie conseil communal accorde la procuration necessaire aux nouveaux membres suivants : Gerald Dugay, Ronald Hooper et Geraldine Gallant. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13. Proposed Mini Home on Undeveloped Section of Paisley Street Consideration was given to a report on a proposed mini home on an undeveloped section of Paisley Street having been initially submitted to Council on March 8, 2004 resulting in advise to the applicant that a permit could not be approved because satisfactory arrangements had not been made for the supply of the necessary street access and services in this subdivision. On motion of Councillor Ball Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that Common Council not approve the development on an undeveloped section of Paisley Street as originally proposed, but exercise its discretion under the Mobile Homes Parks By-law to permit this proposed unit on a temporary basis. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 90-522 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 13. Projet relatif a la construction d'une mini-maison sur une parcelle de terrain non amenagee de la rue Paisley Examen d'un rapport portant sur Ie projet relatif a la construction d'une mini-maison sur une parcelle de terrain non amenagee de la rue Paisley qui a initialement ete presente au conseille 8 mars 2004; Ie demandeur a ensuite ete avise que I'approbation du permis est impossible puisque aucune disposition satisfaisante n'a ete prise pour assurer I'acces necessaire a la rue et aux services dudit lotissement. Proposition du conseiller Ball Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites Comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general QUE Ie conseil communal refuse I'approbation de la demande initiale d'amenagement sur une parcelle de terrain non amenagee de la rue Paisley, mais utilise sa discretion en vertu de I'arrete sur les parcs pour maisons mobiles pour allouer cette habitation proposee de fayon temporaire. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 14. Resolution from the Atlantic Mayors' Congress On motion of Councillor Ball Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that the resolution adopted on March 26, 2004 by the Atlantic Mayors' Congress as follows: Whereas the February 2nd, 2004 speech from the Throne announced the Federal Government's intention to forge a new relationship with Canadian municipalities, known as the "New Deal," and Whereas, the federal government also announced that as part of the New Deal, there will be new revenue-sharing arrangements for municipalities, and Whereas, the Government of Canada repeated its intentions in its March 23rd, 2004 Budget Address, but did not layout a specific timetable for negotiations with the Provinces and Territories to share a portion of the Fuel Tax, or other similar mechanism, with municipalities Therefore, be it resolved that the Chair of the Atlantic Mayors' Congress be instructed to write to Prime Minister Martin, urging his government to initiate such negotiations immediately, to ensure completion by the end of 2004, and Be it further resolved that the Chair of the Atlantic Mayors' Congress be instructed to write to Prime Minister Martin, urging his government to provide protection mechanisms so that Provinces may not be able to claw back or recapture new municipal revenue flow, and Be it further resolved that funds to Canadian municipalities under the new revenue- sharing arrangements be included in the federal government's 2005/2006 Budget or sooner. be endorsed and forwarded to Prime Minister Paul Martin. Discussion followed with Councillor Trites stating that any such funds which would be received by the City should be used to service debt, and should not be used to replace money that was lost due to the cuts of the Province, with Council still seeking infrastructure dollars for projects such as waterfront development and water and wastewater strategic implementation. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 14. Resolution du congres des maires de la region de l'Atlantique Proposition du conseiller Ball Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White QUE la resolution adoptee comme suit Ie 26 mars 2004 par Ie congres des maires de la region de l'Atlantique : 90-523 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 Attendu que Ie discours du Trone, Ie 2 fevrier 2004, indique I'intention du gouvernement federal de construire une nouvelle relation avec les municipalites canadiennes, intention connue en tant que << nouvelle entente >>; Attendu que Ie gouvernement federal a egalement annonce que, dans Ie cadre de la nouvelle entente, de nouvelles dispositions de partage des recettes seront etablies avec les municipalites; Attendu que Ie gouvernement du Canada a reitere ses intentions formulees dans son discours sur Ie budget prononce Ie 23 mars 2004 sans toutefois etablir un calendrier precis pour les negociations avec les provinces et les territoires pour Ie partage d'une partie de la taxe sur Ie carburant et d'autres elements semblables avec les municipalites; En consequence, que Ie president du congres des maires de la region de l'Atlantique so it charge d'ecrire une lettre au premier ministre Paul Martin pour inciter son gouvernement a amorcer immediatement lesdites negociations pour en assurer I'achevement d'ici la fin de 2004. Et en consequence, que Ie president du congres des maires de la region de l'Atlantique so it charge d'ecrire une lettre au premier ministre Paul Martin pour inciter son gouvernement a offrir des mecanismes de protection pour eviter que les provinces retiennent ou reprennent Ie nouveau flux monetaire des municipalites. Par consequent, que Ie financement offert aux municipalites canadiennes en vertu des nouvelles dispositions de partage des recettes soit inclus au budget 2005/2006 du gouvernement federal ou au budget precedent; so it appuyee et transmise au premier ministre Paul Martin. Une discussion se poursuit, Ie conseiller Trites affirmant que tout financement reyu par la Ville en raison de cette resolution devrait servir a I'amortissement de la dette et non au remplacement de la somme perdue a la suite des coupures provinciales, au moment ou Ie conseil tente toujours de regrouper I'argent necessaire a I'infrastructure de projets tels que Ie developpement du secteur riverain et la strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 15. Violation of By-laws and Penalty Benefits On motion of Councillor Teed Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that a report on the amount of revenue the City receives through the imposition of penalties for violation of City By-laws; on the present schedule of fines with minimum if any and present maximums, and the costs incurred by the City in enforcement of by-laws in relation to fines recovered, be submitted to Council as part of the financial statements. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 15. Infraction aux arretes et avantages des sanctions Proposition du conseiller Teed Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE Ie rapport sur la somme des recettes que la Ville reyoit grace a I'imposition de sanctions pour I'infraction aux arretes de la Ville; portant sur la liste actuelle d'amendes minimales, Ie cas echeant, et maximales, et sur les couts encourus par la Ville pour I'execution des arretes lies au recouvrement des amandes, soit presente au conseil avec les etats financiers. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 90-524 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 16. Report of Federation of Canadian Municipalities - National Board of Directors March 2004 Meeting On motion of Councillor Teed Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Teed regarding terms of reference and other information regarding the report of Federation of Canadian Municipalities National Board of Directors March meeting be forwarded to Lorne Mitton, President of the Cities Association of New Brunswick. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 16. Rapport de la Federation canadienne des municipalites - Rencontre du Bureau national de direction en mars 2004 Proposition du conseiller Teed Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites QUE la lettre du conseiller Teed portant sur Ie mandat du rapport de la rencontre du Bureau national de direction de la Federation canadienne des municipalites en mars et les autres renseignements qui y sont lies soient transmis a D.M. Mitton, president de l'Association des cites du Nouveau- Brunswick. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 17. Fredericton Region Community Growth Strategy 2004-2007 On motion of Councillor Teed Seconded by Councillor Ball RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Teed with attached portion of the Community Growth Strategy 2004-2007 for the Greater Fredericton Region dealing with Tourism be referred to Enterprise Saint John for a comparison in respect to equivalent categories in the Saint John publication. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 17. Strategie de croissance communautaire de la region de Fredericton de 2004 a 2007 Proposition du conseiller Teed Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball QUE la lettre du conseiller Teed a laquelle est jointe une partie de la Strategie de croissance communautaire de 2004 a 2007 pour la region du Grand Fredericton et qui porte sur Ie tourisme so it transmise a Entreprise Saint John aux fins de comparaison aux categories equivalentes de la publication de Saint John. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 19. Dangerous Site - Main Street, North End On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Fitzpatrick regarding the issue of the dangerous site and debris left on the corner of Main Street in the North End as a result of a fire be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 19. Emplacement dangereux - rue Main, secteur nord Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites QUE la lettre du conseiller Fitzpatrick portant sur Ie probleme d'emplacement dangereux et des debris laisses dans Ie secteur nord, au coin de la rue Main, a la suite d'un incendie so it transmise au directeur general. 90-525 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 20. Unconditional Grant On motion of Councillor Fitzpatrick Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Fitzpatrick regarding the recent announcement of the Provincial Government to freeze the unconditional grant be referred to the next closed Committee of the Whole meeting. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 20. Subvention inconditionnelle Proposition du conseiller Fitzpatrick Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites QUE la lettre du conseiller Fitzpatrick portant sur la recente annonce du gouvernement provincial du gel de la subvention inconditionnelle so it soumise a la prochaine reunion privee en comite plenier. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 21. First and Second Readings - Parking Meters and Pay and Display Machines By-law On motion of Councillor Desmond Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend A By-law with Respect to Parking Zones and the Use of Parking Meters and Pay and Display Machines" be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend A By-law with Respect to Parking Zones and the Use of Parking Meters and Pay and Display Machines". On motion of Councillor Seconded by Councillor RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend A By-law with Respect to Parking Zones and the Use of Parking Meters and Pay and Display Machines" be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend A By-law with Respect to Parking Zones and the Use of Parking Meters and Pay and Display Machines". 21. Premiere et deuxieme lectures - Arrete relatif aux parcometres et aux systemes de paiement a console d'affichage Proposition du conseiller Desmond Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete relatif aux zones de stationnement et a I'utilisation de parcometres et de systemes de paiement a console d'affichage >> 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 relatif aux zones de stationnement et a I'utilisation de parcometres et de systemes de paiement a console d'affichage >>. 90-526 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 Proposition du conseiller Appuyee par Ie conseiller QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete relatif aux zones de stationnement et a I'utilisation de parcometres et de systemes de paiement a console d'affichage >> fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif aux zones de stationnement et a I'utilisation de parcometres et de systemes de paiement a console d'affichage >>. 22. Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 52-54 Collins Street and 506-510 Prospect Street West On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that the application for municipal plan amendment located at 52-54 Collins Street and 506-510 Prospect Street West be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and the necessary advertising be authorized in this regard with a public hearing to take place on June 7, 2004. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 22. Projet de modification du plan municipal relatif aux terrains situes au 52-54, rue Collins et au 506-510, rue Prospect Ouest Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White QUE la demande relative a la modification du zonage du terrain situe au 52-54, rue Collins et au 506-510, rue Prospect Ouest soit soumise au Comite consultatif d'urbanisme en vue de I'etablissement d'un rapport et de la presentation de recommandations, que la publication des avis a cet effet soit autorisee et qu'une audience publique soit tenue Ie 7 juin 2004. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 23. Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 612-616 Ready Street On motion of Councillor Trites Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the application for municipal plan amendment located at 612-616 Ready Street be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and the necessary advertising be authorized in this regard with a public hearing to take place on June 7, 2004. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 23. Projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 612-616, rue Ready Proposition du conseiller Trites Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus QUE la demande relative a la modification du zonage du terrain situe au 612-616, rue Ready soit soumise au Comite consultatif d'urbanisme en vue de I'etablissement d'un rapport et de la presentation de recommandations, que la publication des avis a cet effet soit autorisee et qu'une audience publique soit tenue le7 juin 2004. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 24. By-law Respecting the Numbering of Buildings On motion of Deputy Mayor White Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-law Respecting the Numbering of Buildings in The City of Saint John" be read a first time. 90-527 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A By-law Respecting the Numbering of Buildings in The City of Saint John". On motion of Deputy Mayor White Seconded by Councillor Ball RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-law Respecting the Numbering of Buildings in The City of Saint John" be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A By-law Respecting the Numbering of Buildings in The City of Saint John". 24. Arrete relatif a la designation de numeros de voirie aux batiments Proposition du maire suppleant White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete relatif a la designation de numeros de voirie aux batiments de The City of Saint John >> fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete relatif a la designation de numeros de voirie aux batiments de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du maire suppleant White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ball QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete relatif a la designation de numeros de voirie aux batiments de The City of Saint John >> fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete relatif a la designation de numeros de voirie aux batiments de The City of Saint John >>. 25. Second and Third Reading Translated By-law MV-17 a By-law Respecting Weight Restrictions - First Reading Given March 1, 2004 On motion of Councillor Trites Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number MV-17, A By-law Respecting Weight Restrictions within The City of Saint John Enacted under the Authority of Section 262(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act" be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number MV-17, A By-law Respecting Weight Restrictions within The City of Saint John Enacted under the Authority of Section 262(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act" On motion of Deputy Mayor White Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number MV-17, A By-law Respecting Weight Restrictions within The City of Saint John Enacted under the Authority of Section 262(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act" be read a third time, enacted and the Corporate Common Seal be affixed thereto. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a third time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number MV-17, A By-law Respecting Weight Restrictions within The City of Saint John Enacted under the Authority of Section 262(1) of the Motor Vehicle Act" 90-528 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 25. Deuxieme et troisieme lectures de I'arrete numero MV-17 relatif aux restrictions en matiere de poids - Premiere lecture en date du 1 er mars 2004 Proposition du conseiller Trites Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete numero MV-17 relatif aux restrictions en matiere de poids edicte en vertu du paragraphe 262(1) de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur>> fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture de I'arrete intitule <<Arrete numero MV-17 relatif aux restrictions en matiere de poids edicte en vertu du paragraphe 262(1) de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur>>. Proposition du maire suppleant White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete numero MV-17 relatif aux restrictions en matiere de poids edicte en vertu du paragraphe 262(1) de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur>> fasse I'objet d'une troisieme lecture, que ledit arrete soit edicte et que Ie sceau communal y so it appose. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Troisieme lecture de I'arrete intitule <<Arrete numero MV-17 relatif aux restrictions en matiere de poids edicte en vertu du paragraphe 262(1) de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur>>. 26 Council Meetings - Summer Schedule On motion of Councillor Trites Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick RESOLVED that the submitted Council Meeting Schedule from May 25 to September 7, 2004 be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Reunions du conseil - horaire d'ete Proposition du conseiller Trites Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzpatrick QUE I'horaire des reunions du conseil pour la periode du 25 mai au 7 septembre 2004 so it approuve. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 27. Committee of the Whole - Step Adjustment on Pay Scale - City Solicitor On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that Common Council approve a one step increase on the management pay scale for the City Solicitor to Group M, Step 4 effective January 1, 2004. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 27. Comite plenier - modification a I'echelon de I'echelle de remuneration - avocat municipal Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE Ie conseil communal approuve que les honoraires pour services rendus par I'avocat municipal passent a I'echelon superieur de I'echelle de remuneration des cadres (echelon 4 du Groupe M) a compter du 1 er janvier 2004. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 90-529 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 28. Committee of the Whole Report - Re-naming of Church Street On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Trites RESOLVED that Church Street be re-named Grannan Lane in recognition of Mr. Paul Grannan who has made a considerable contribution to the quality of life in Saint John with a ceremony to be held at a later date. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 28. Rapport du comite plenier - changement de nom de la rue Church Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Trites QUE Ie nom de la rue Church soit change a I'allee Grannan en reconnaissance a la contribution importante apportee par M. Paul Grannan a la qualite de vie de Saint John dans Ie cadre d'une ceremonie tenue a une date ulterieure. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 29. Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission - Auditor's Report and Financial Statements - Year Ending December, 31, 2003 On motion of Councillor Trites Seconded by Councillor Fitzpatrick RESOLVED that the submitted auditor's report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2003 of the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 29. Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission (Commission de gestion des dechets solides de la region de Fundy) - etats financiers 2003 et rapport du verificateur- Exercice financier termine Ie 31 decembre 2003 Proposition du conseiller Trites Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzpatrick QUE Ie rapport du verificateur et les etats financiers soumis pour I'exercice financier termine Ie 31 decembre 2003 lies a la Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission (Commission de gestion des dechets soli des de la region de Fundy) soient acceptes a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 30. Saint John Transit Auditor's Report - Year Ending December 31, 2003 On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor White RESOLVED that the letter from Saint John Transit Commission reporting that the Commission has received and approved its auditor's report for the year ending December 31, 2003 and advising that the $30,000. capital funding previously authorized from the City's budget is no longer required as a result of strong revenues in the final quarter, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 30. Commission des transports - rapport du verificateur pour I'exercice financier termine Ie 31 decembre 2003 Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant White QUE la lettre de la Commission de transport de The City of Saint John indiquant que la Commission a reyu et approuve Ie rapport du verificateur pour I'exercice financier termine Ie 31 decembre 2003 et affirmant que Ie financement de 30 000 $ autorise au prealable du budget de la Ville n'est plus 90-530 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 20004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 necessaire puisque des recettes importantes ont ete recueilles au cours du dernier trimestre, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 31. City of Saint John Environment Committee Supporting Water and Wastewater Strategy Item addressed earlier in this meeting. 31. Comite sur I'environnement de The City of Saint John appuyant la strategie de distribution d'eau et d'egouts Point traite au prealable dans Ie cadre de cette reunion. 32. Safety Issues - Martinon Area On motion of Deputy Mayor White Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that the letter from Arnold Taylor regarding the absence of a sidewalk between the River Valley Co-op and the Martinon Community Center and the lack of a crosswalk at the head of Mellinger Crescent be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 32. Problemes lies a la securite - region de Martinon Proposition du maire suppleant White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE la lettre d'Arnold Taylor portant sur I'absence de trottoir entre la Co-op de River Valley et Ie centre communautaire de Martinon et sur I'absence d'un passage pour pietons a I'entree du croissant Mellinger soit transmise au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 33. 2006 Union of Municipalities of New Brunswick Annual Conference On motion of Councillor Trites Seconded by Councillor Fitzgerald RESOLVED that the letter from the Union of the Municipalities of New Brunswick inquiring if The City of Saint John intends to join its Union be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 33. Conference annuelle de l'Union des municipalites du Nouveau-Brunswick en 2006 Proposition du conseiller Trites Appuyee par Ie conseiller Fitzgerald QUE la lettre de l'Union des municipalites du Nouveau-Brunswick demandant si The City of Saint John prevoit joindre l'Union soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 34. Land Issue 10.2(4)(d) See item number 3. 34. Questions relatives aux terrains - alinea 10.2(4)d) Voir Ie point numero 3. 90-531 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL APRIL 5, 2004/LE 5 AVRIL, 2004 Adiournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m., and advised that the next meeting of Council will be Tuesday, April 13, 2004. Cloture de la reunion Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 19 h 45 et precise que la prochaine reunion du conseil aura lieu Ie mardi 13 avril 2004. Common Clerk/greffier communal