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2004-12-06_Minutes--Procès-verbal 91-171 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN CITY HALL - DECEMBER 6, 2004, 5:00 p.m. present Norman McFarlane, Mayor Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus and White - and - 1. Totten, City Manager; B Cullinan, Solicitor; A. Beckett, Commissioner of Finance and Corporate Services; P. Groody, Commissioner of Municipal Operations; R. Pollock, Planner; W. Edwards, Commissioner of Buildings and Inspection Services; R. Simonds, Fire Chief; A. Bodechon, Chief of Police; P. Woods, Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk. REUNION DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN TENUE A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 A 17 H Sont presents: Norman McFarlane, maire Ie maire suppleant Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White et 1. Totten, directeur general; B. Cullinan, avocat; A. Beckett, commissaire aux finances et aux services administratifs; P. Groody, commissaire aux operations municipales; R. Pollock, urbaniste; W. Edwards, commissaire aux services d'inspection et des batiments; R. Simonds, chef du service d'incendie; A. Bodechon, chef de police; P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe. 1.1 Meeting Called To Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order with Pastor Dave Nicholson offering the opening prayer. 1.1 Ouverture de la seance - priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane, accompagne du pasteur Dave Nicholson qui recite la priere d'ouverture. 1.2 Approval of Minutes On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on November 22 and 24, 2004, be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 1.2 Approbation du proces-verbal de la derniere reunion Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton QUE les proces-verbaux des reunions du conseil communal tenues les 22 et 24 novembre 2004 soient approuves. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-172 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 1.3 Approval of Agenda On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be approved with item 10.0, Presentation Brief from Civic Employees Local 18, 61, 486 and IAFF Local 771, be brought forward after Members' Comments. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 1.3 Adoption de I'ordre du jour Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus QUE I'ordre du jour de la presente reunion so it adopte moyennant I'examen du point nO 10.0, Presentation informative organisee par les employes de la fonction publique, membres des sections locales 18, 61, 486 et 771 de l'Association des pompiers de Saint John, a la suite des commentaires formules par les membres. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 1.4 Proclamations The Mayor proclaimed the week of December 1-7,2004 "National Safe Driving Week", and the week of February 27 to March 5, 2004 "Saint John High Week". The Principal of Saint John High School presented the Mayor with a copy of "A Tradition of Excellence" commemorating the 200th anniversary of Saint John High School. 1.4 Proclamations Le maire declare que la semaine du 1 er au 7 decembre 2004 est la semaine de la prudence au volant et que la semaine du 27 fevrier au 5 mars 2004 est la semaine de I'ecole secondaire de Saint John. Le directeur de I'ecole secondaire de Saint John presente au maire un exemplaire d'un document intitule << A Tradition of Excellence >> [Une tradition d'excellence] pour commemorer Ie 200e anniversaire de I'ecole secondaire de Saint John. 1.5 Members' Comments Councillor White advised that he had recently attended a meeting of the Federation of Municipalities, where he received information on the possibility of obtaining funds for environmental projects. Councillor Farren congratulated Uptown Saint John organizers and volunteers for the successful Santa Olympics held on December 4, 2004. Giving an update on Council's visit to Ottawa, His Worship thanked Council members for their participation, and commented that he was proud of the Councillors and staff for enduring a very busy schedule while there. He advised that Council met with eight ministers, and that he met with seven others as well as the Leader of the Opposition, Stephen Harper, Jack Layton and the Prime Minister. He added that among the items discussed while in Ottawa were: harbor clean-up, coast guard site development, heritage, ACOA funding and immigration. The Mayor remarked that the Council was recognized in the House and that he attended a dinner in honor of the President of the United Stated, George W. Bush. The Mayor recognized Member of Parliament, Paul Zed present in the Council Chamber; thanked him for his assistance with the successful visit to Ottawa, and invited him to speak to Council. Mr. Zed commended Council for its leadership and teamwork, and commented that he believes positive results will be realized for Greater Saint John from the Ottawa visit in areas such as water and wastewater, harbor clean-up, coast guard site development and culture. 91-173 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 1.5 Commentaires presentes par les membres Le conseiller White indique qu'il a recemment assiste a une reunion de la Federation canadienne des municipalites et qu'il a obtenu de I'information en vue d'obtenir du financement pour les projets environnementaux. Le conseiller Farren felicite les organisateurs et les benevoles de Uptown Saint John relativement au succes qu'ont connu les jeux olympiques des peres Noel tenus Ie 4 decembre 2004. Le maire presente un aperyu du voyage a Ottawa entrepris par Ie conseil, remercie les membres du conseil de leur participation et mentionne qu'il est fier des conseillers et des employes puisqu'ils ont dCl suivre un itineraire tres mouvemente. II indique que Ie conseil s'est reuni avec huit ministres et, qu'en plus, il en a personnellement rencontre sept autres, ainsi que Ie chef de I'opposition, Stephen Harper, Jack Layton et Ie Premier ministre. II ajoute que les sujets suivants ont ete discutes au cours du sejour a Ottawa: Ie nettoyage du havre, I'amenagement d'un emplacement pour installer les bureaux de la Garde cotiere, Ie patrimoine, Ie financement octroye par I'APECA et I'immigration. Le maire mentionne que la presence du conseil a ete reconnue en chambre et qu'il a assiste a un sou per en I'honneur du president des Etats-Unis, George W. Bush. Le maire reconnalt la presence dans la salle du conseil du depute Paul Zed et Ie remercie de sa contribution au succes du voyage a Ottawa et I'invite a se presenter devant Ie conseil. M. Zed felicite Ie conseil du leadership et du travail d'equipe dont il fait preuve et indique qu'a son sens des resultats positifs se feront ressentir dans la region du Grand Saint John a la suite de ce voyage a Ottawa dans les domaines du reseau d'aqueduc et des eaux usees, du nettoyage du havre, de I'amenagement d'un emplacement pour installer les bureaux de la Garde cotiere et de la culture. 10.0 Presentation Brief from Civic Employees Local 18, 61, 486 and IAFF Local 771 On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that this item be tabled and referred to the Common Clerk to schedule a presentation from Civic Employees Local 18, 61, 486 and IAFF Local 771 as soon as possible after reports are presented from the Pension Board and the Actuary. Question being taken, the tabling motion was carried. 10.0 Presentation informative organisee par les employes de la fonction publique, membres des sections locales 18, 61 et 486 ainsi que la section locale 771 (IAFF) de l'Association des pompiers de Saint John Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que Ie present point so it reporte et transmis au greffier communal afin de fixer une date de presentation par les employes de la fonction publique, membres des sections locales 18, 61 et 486 ainsi que la section locale 771 (IAFF) de l'Association des pompiers de Saint John, Ie plus tot possible apres que soient presentes les rapports rediges par la Commission des pensions et I'actuaire. A I'issue du vote, la proposition visant a reporter I'examen de cette question est adoptee. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that items 5.7, Proposed Skateboard Park, and 9.1, Harbour Station Commission - Skateboard Park, be brought forward. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que les points 5.7, Projet d'amenagement d'un planchodrome et 9.1, Commission de Harbour Station, relativement au planchodrome, soient examines des maintenant. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-174 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 2.1 Presentation - Skateboard Park Referring to a submitted electronic slide presentation, and a letter with attachments addressed to the General Manager of Harbour Station from Constable Jim Fleming, Mara Mallory, Stephanie Bell, and Constable Fleming, members of the Skateboard Park Association, and Daniel Glenn, Landscape Architect & Park Planner addressed Council. Ms. Mallory outlined goals of economic renewal for Saint John and explained how a skateboard park on the waterfront complements the goal of attracting business and retaining citizens. She advised that skateboarding is the second fastest growing sport industry in the world and that it is a culture within itself. She added that a variety of individuals participate in a $US 63 million market with 900,000 skateboarders. Security concerns were addressed and the presenters outlined benefits to the proposed site in the area under the viaduct. 2.1 Presentation relative au projet d'amenagement d'un planchodrome Mara Mallory, Stephanie Bell, Jim Fleming, agent de police, certains membres de l'Association des planchistes et Daniel Glenn, architecte-paysagiste et planificateur en amenagement de parcs, se presentent devant Ie conseil, a I'aide d'une presentation electronique de diapositives et d'une lettre et pieces jointes adressees au directeur general de Harbour Station et expediees par I'agent Fleming. Mme Mallory souligne les objectifs du renouveau economique de Saint John et explique qu'un planchodrome situe dans Ie secteur riverain complete I'objectif qui vise a attirer Ie commerce et retenir les citoyens. Elle indique que la planche a roulette est en deuxieme position de rapidite de croissance dans I'industrie mondiale du sport et qu'elle represente une culture en soL Elle ajoute qu'une diversite de personnes participent a ce marche d'une valeur de 63 millions de dollars americains qui vise 900 000 planchistes. Des preoccupations sont sou levees relativement a la securite et les presentateurs soulignent les avantages lies a I'emplacement propose sur les lieux situes en dessous du viaduc. 5.7 Proposed Skateboard Park On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that: 1. Common Council give permission to proceed with the construction phase of a skate park under the Main Street Viaduct; 2. Appropriate staff be directed to address any necessary land agreements; 3. The firm of Daniel K. Glenn Landscape Architects & Park Planners be engaged to provide the necessary construction documents and to work with the various stakeholders to address their concerns, and 4. Funds in the amount of $25,000. (plus HST) be provided from the LPP Fund to cover the construction drawings, and preparation of the tender documents. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.7 Projet d'amenagement d'un planchodrome Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU : 1. que Ie conseil communal accorde sa permission afin d'entamer la phase de construction d'un planchodrome situe en dessous du viaduc de la rue Main; 2. que les employes autorises soient charges de rediger toute convention relative aux biens-fonds; 3. que les services de la firme d'architectes Daniel K. Glenn Landscaping Architects and Park Planners soient retenus afin de completer la documentation exigee relativement a la construction et de travailler de concert avec les divers intervenants pour repondre a leurs preoccupations; 4. que Ie montant de 25 000 $ (TVH en sus) so it retire du fonds destine aux terrains d'utilite publique afin d'acquitter les couts lies aux dessins d'execution et a la preparation de la documentation de soumission. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-175 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 9.1 Harbour Station Commission - Skateboard Park On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the letter from Harbour Station Commission expressing concern over the potential loss of parking spaces to the proposed skateboard park be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.1 Commission de Harbour Station relativement au planchodrome Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la lettre reyue de la Commission de Harbour Station exprimant ses inquietudes relatives a la perte potentielle d'espaces de stationnement au profit du planchodrome, so it acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 2.2 Presentation - Uptown Saint John Referring to a submitted electronic slide presentation, Dick Daigle, President of Uptown Saint John, presented the organization's 2005 budget and reviewed its structure, role and the business improvement levy outlook as follows: $0.16 per $100. of property assessment; 15 years of declining assessments in BIA ($190 million to $146 million); 2005 assessments in the BIA declined by $2.1 million over 2004. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the necessary advertising be done for the Business Improvement Levy By-law amendment as submitted, and a public hearing be scheduled for January 4, 2005. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2.2 Presentation - Uptown Saint John Se reportant a la presentation electronique de diapositives soumise, M. Dick Daigle, president de Uptown Saint John, presente Ie budget de 2005 de I'organisme et precise la structure, Ie role et les perspectives visant la taxe d'amelioration des affaires audit budget comme suit: 0,16 $ sur 100 $ d'evaluation fonciere; I'evaluation en baisse pendant 15 ans relativement a la zone d'amelioration des affaires (de 190 M$ a 146 M$); I'evaluation relative a la zone d'amelioration des affaires de 2005 est reduite de 2,1 M$ au cours de 2004. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White QUE les avis necessaires soient pubies concernant I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la contribution pour I'amelioration des affaires >>, et qu'une reunion publique soit prevue pour Ie 4 janvier, 2005. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 2.3 Presentation - Governance System Citizens' Committee Report Jason Stephen, Chair of the Governance System Citizens Committee which was created by Council on July 5, 2004 to gather input from citizens on their preference for a governance system for Saint John, addressed Council. Referring to a submitted presentation, Mr. Stephen updated Council on the background of the Committee's work highlighting the method used to gather citizens' input, the models considered, the principles of governance, systems of elections, and ward boundaries, and offered the Committee's recommendation as follows: The total number of Councillors remains at ten with the Mayor elected at-large. 91-176 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 Council adopts a mixed system, whereby more Councillors would be elected by ward than at-large. Ward boundaries be established based upon the natural boundaries of the City reflecting population size. Council establishes without further delay another committee to determine the distribution of a mixed system. No further referendum be held to address this issue. Councillor Court questioned the validity of the outcome based on the approximately 200 citizens who attended the meetings. Councillor Titus thanked the committee for its work and remarked that it is now disbanded. 2.3 Presentation du rapport du Comite des citoyens sur Ie systeme de gouvernance Jason Stephen, president du Comite des citoyens sur Ie systeme de gouvernance, cree par Ie conseille 5 juillet 2004, afin de recueillir des commentaires aupres des citoyens relativement a leurs preferences visant Ie systeme de gouvernance de Saint John, se presente devant Ie conseil. Se reportant a la presentation soumise, M. Stephen informe Ie conseil quant a I'historique du travail effectue par Ie comite et souligne la methode utilisee pour recueillir les commentaires des citoyens, les modeles etudies, les principes de gouvernance, les systemes electoraux, et les circonscriptions electorales et, offre les recommandations suivantes formulees par Ie comite : que Ie nombre de conseillers demeure a dix et que Ie maire soit elu par Ie public; que Ie conseil adopte un systeme mixte au moyen duquelles conseillers sont elus par les citoyens de leur circonscription plutot que par Ie public en general; que les circonscriptions electorales soient etablies en fonction des limites naturelles de la ville en refletant Ie nombre des citoyens qui y resident; que Ie conseil cree sans delai un second comite afin de determiner la repartition d'un systeme mixte; qu'aucun referendum supplementaire ne soit tenu afin d'adresser cette question. Le conseiller Court questionne la validite des resultats obtenus lors des reunions auxquelles ont assiste environ 200 citoyens. Le conseiller Titus remercie Ie comite de son travail et mentionne que ce dernier est maintenant dissous. 4.1(a) Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 41 Ross Street 4.1 (b) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to proposed Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law amendments by amending Schedule 2-C, the Future Land Use Plan, a parcel of land located at 41 Ross Street, also identified as PID Number 1644 from Medium Density Residential to Approved Commercial Development classification, and to re-zone the same parcel of land from "RM-IF" Multiple Residentiallnfill to "B-1" Local Business classification to permit re-zoning of the site and the subsequent establishment of a business office within the existing building as requested by Elizabeth Vickers. 4.1 (c) Report from Planning Advisory Committee Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at its November 30, 2004 meeting at which the Committee decided not to recommend approval of the proposal as set out in the staff recommendation; and recommending that Common Council deny the proposed Municipal Plan and re-zoning amendments. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with Lucy Doucet and Roy Flowers of 43 Ross Street advising Council that they are concerned 91-177 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 with increased traffic, parking problems and possible damage to their property if the application is approved. They also noted that the property at 41 Ross Street is for sale. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favor of the re-zoning with Elizabeth Vickers, the applicant, advising Council that her business is a home care agency and that there would only be three employees working in the building as the other employees would be just dropping off time sheets. She indicated that there is space for three parking spaces in the back of the building with concrete abutments. She added that she put the house up for sale in case the proposed amendment is denied. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law To Amend the Municipal Plan By-law", amending Schedule 2-C, the Future Land Use Plan, by re-designating a parcel of land with an area of approximately 186 square metres, located at 41 Ross Street, also identified as being PID Number 1644, from Medium Density Residential to Approved Commercial Development be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law To Amend the Municipal Plan By- law". On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law To Amend the Municipal Plan By-law", amending Schedule 2-C, the Future Land Use Plan, by re-designating a parcel of land with an area of approximately 186 square metres, located at 41 Ross Street, also identified as being PID Number 1644, from Medium Density Residential to Approved Commercial Development be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law To Amend the Municipal Plan By-law" . On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" amended by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 41 Ross Street, also identified as PID Number 1644 from "RM-IF" Multiple Residentiallnfill to "B-1" Local Business classification be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" amended by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 41 Ross Street, also identified as PID Number 1644 from "RM-IF" Multiple Residentiallnfill to "B-1" Local Business classification be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Ferguson RESOLVED that the documents regarding the above matter be received for information, and that third reading not be given to the by- law until Section 39 conditions are satisfactory to Council. Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Titus voting nay. 91-178 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 4.1a) Projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 41, rue Ross 4.1 b) Projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage Le greffier communal indique que les avis necessaires ont ete publies relativement aux modifications proposees au plan municipal et a I'arrete sur Ie zonage en modifiant a I'annexe 2-C du plan d'amenagement futur des terres, la designation d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 41, rue Ross, portant Ie N I D 1644, en vue de la faire passer de zone residentielle a densite moyenne a zone d'amenagement commercial approuve et, la designation de la meme parcelle en vue de la faire passer de zone d'edification de logements multiples sur terrain intercalaire << RM-I F >> a zone commerciale locale << B- 1 >>, afin de permettre Ie rezonage du terrain et I'amenagement subsequent d'un bureau commercial a I'interieur du batiment existant, a la demande de Elizabeth Vickers. 4.1c) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen d'un rapport presente par Ie Comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel de planification, etudie lors de la reunion du 30 novembre 2004, a laquelle Ie comite a pris la decision de ne pas recommander I'approbation de la proposition, telle que redigee dans la recommandation du personnel, et recommandant que Ie conseil communal rejette Ie plan municipal propose et les modifications relatives au rezonage. Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition quant au rezonage et Lucy Doucet et Roy Flowers, residant au 43, rue Ross, se presentent devant Ie conseil et indiquent qu'ils sont preoccupes par I'augmentation de la circulation, les problemes de stationnement et les dommages eventuels causes a leurs proprietes si la demande est approuvee. lis indiquent egalement que la propriete situee au 41, rue Ross est a vendre. Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son appui quant au rezonage et Elizabeth Vickers, la demanderesse, indique au conseil que son entreprise est un organisme qui offre des soins de sante a domicile, que trois personnes seulement travailleraient dans I'immeuble et que les autres employes ne se presenteraient que pour deposer leurs feuilles de temps. Elle indique qu'il y a trois espaces de stationnement a I'arriere de I'immeuble, y compris des aboutements en beton. Elle ajoute qu'elle a mis sa maison a vendre au cas ou la modification proposee est rejetee. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Chase QUE I'arrete intitule <<Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>, visant a modifier, a I'annexe 2-C du plan d'amenagement futur des terres, une parcelle de terrain situee au 41, rue Ross, d'une superficie d'environ 186 metres carres et portant Ie N I D 1644, pour la faire passer de zone residentielle de densite moyenne a zone d'amenagement commercial approuve, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>, visant a modifier, a I'annexe 2-C du plan d'amenagement futur des terres, une parcelle de terrain situee au 41, rue Ross, d'une superficie d'environ 186 metres carres et portant Ie NID 1644, pour la faire passer de zone residentielle de densite moyenne a zone d'amenagement commercial approuve, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> en modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 41, rue Ross et portant Ie N I D 1644, en vue de la faire passer de zone d'edification de logements multiples sur terrain intercalaire << RM-IF >> a zone 91-179 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 commerciale locale << B-1 >>, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU 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 41, rue Ross et portant Ie N I D 1644, en vue de la faire passer de zone d'edification de logements multiples sur terrain intercalaire << RM-IF >> a zone commerciale locale << B-1 >>, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson RESOLU que la documentation relative au sujet susmentionne soit acceptee a titre informatif et que la troisieme lecture de I'arrete n'ait lieu que lorsque les conditions imposees par I'article 39 repondent aux exigences du conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Titus vote contre la proposition. 4.2(a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment - 2400 Westfield 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 2400 Westfield Road, having a total area of approximately 7730 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 290585, from "IL-1" Neighborhood Institutional to "B-2" General Business classification, to permit the existing church building to be converted to a cabinetry shop, showroom and dwelling as requested by Derek Logan. 4.2(b) Report from Planning Advisory Committee Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at its November 30, 2004 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval of the proposal as set out in the staff recommendation; and recommending that Common Council re-zone a parcel of land located at 2400 Westfield Road, having a total area of approximately 7730 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 290585, from "IL-1" Neighborhood Institutional to "B-2" General Business classification subject to the submitted Section 39 conditions. 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 no one presenting. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", amended by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 2400 Westfield Road, having a total area of approximately 7730 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 290585, from "IL-1" Neighborhood Institutional to "B-2" General Business classification with Section 39 conditions be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 91-180 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", amended by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 2400 Westfield Road, having a total area of approximately 7730 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 290585, from "IL-1" Neighborhood Institutional to "B-2" General Business classification with Section 39 conditions be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the documents regarding the above matter be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that item 9.2, Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission Requesting to Present Budget on Dec. 6, 2004, be brought forward and that Council hear its presentation at this time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.2 Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission - Proposed Operating Budget 2005 Referring to a submitted electronic slide presentation, Jack Kier, General Manager of Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission presented the 2005 operating budget for the Commission as $4,928,624. He projected an increase in municipal solid waste by 3,000 tonne for 2005 for an additional $330,000. in revenue. He added that revenue for sale of recyclables is projected at $100,000. Concluding his presentation, Mr. Kier noted that first time cell construction will be done without borrowing; equipment reserve for landfill, recycling and composting continues; debt will continue to decrease, and there will not be a need for future borrowing for any of the current programs. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Common Council approve the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission's 2005 operating budget as submitted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 4.2a) Projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au 2400, chemin Westfield Le greffier communal affirme que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au rezonage propose d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 2400, chemin Westfield, d'une superficie totale d'environ 7 730 metres carres et portant Ie NID 290585, afin de la faire passer de zone de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >> a zone commerciale generale << B-2 >>, dans Ie but de permettre que I'eglise existante soit amenagee afin d'installer un atelier d'ebenisterie, une salle d'exposition et un logement, a la demande de Derek Logan. 4.2b) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel de planification qui a ete etudie lors de la reunion du 30 novembre 2004 a laquelle Ie comite a resolu de recommander I'approbation de la proposition, comme I'enonce la recommandation du personnel; et recommandant que Ie conseil communal: procede au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 2400, chemin Westfield, d'une superficie d'environ 7 730 metres carres et portant Ie NID 290585, afin de la faire passer de zone de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >> a 91-181 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 zone commerciale generale << B-2 >>, sous reserve des conditions imposees par I'article 39, telles que presentees. Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition quant au projet de rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son appui quant du projet de rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> en modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 7 730 metres carres, situee au 2400, chemin Westfield et portant Ie NID 290585, en vue de la faire passer de zone de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >> a zone commerciale generale << B-2 >>, sous reserve des conditions imposees par I'article 39, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> en modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 7 730 metres carres, situee au 2400, chemin Westfield et portant Ie NID 290585, en vue de la faire passer de zone de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >> a zone commerciale generale << B-2 >>, sous reserve des conditions imposees par I'article 39, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la documentation relative au sujet susmentionne soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.2 Budget d'exploitation de 2005 propose par la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy Voir Ie point nO 9.2 suivant Ie point nO 4.2. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que Ie point nO 9.2, Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy, relativement a la demande visant a presenter son budget devant Ie conseille 6 decembre 2004, soit examinee des maintenant et que la commission procede a ladite presentation devant Ie conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Se reportant a une presentation electronique de diapositives, Jack Kier, directeur general de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy, presente Ie budget d'administration de 2005 de la commission au montant de 4 928 624 $. II prevoit une augmentation de 3 000 tonnes de matieres usees solides municipales en 2005 representant des recettes additionnelles de 330 000 $. II ajoute que les recettes provenant de la vente du materiel recyclable sont prevues atteindre 100000$. 91-182 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 En terminant sa presentation, M. Kier indique que la construction de la premiere cellule d'enfouissement sera effectuee sans avoir recours aux emprunts financiers; I'equipement est toujours reserve pour I'enfouissement, Ie recyclage et Ie compostage; la dette continuera a s'effacer et il ne sera pas necessaire d'emprunter a I'avenir pour aucun programme actuel. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil communal approuve Ie budget de 2005 de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees soli des de la region de Fundy. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.1 Amending Resolution - License to Encroach Upon Lower Cove Loop On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager Common Council amend its resolution of October 12, 2004 pertaining to the granting of a licence to encroach upon Lower Cove Loop by deleting, "the Toronto Dominion Bank" where it occurs and inserting in its place "Beers Neal Inc., Ning Developments Inc., and Paleta Management Ltd."; and that all other aspects of the resolution remain the same. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.1 Resolution modificatrice relative au permis d'empietement sur la boucle Lower Cove Loop Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal modifie sa resolution en date du 12 octobre 2004, relative a I'octroi d'un permis d'empietement sur la boucle Lower Cove Loop, en supprimant to utes les occurrences du nom << Banque Toronto-Dominion >> et en Ie remplayant par les noms << Beers Neal Inc., Ning Developments Inc. et Paleta Management Ltd. >>, et que tous les autres elements de la resolution demeurent inchanges. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.2 Easement and Right-of-Way - Minnette Street On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager The City of Saint John accept the granting of an easement and right-of-way from the Saint John Port Authority, under the terms and conditions contained in the submitted agreement; and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the document. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.2 Servitude et droit de passage relatifs a la rue Minnette Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John accueille la cession d'une servitude et d'un droit de passage par l'Administration portuaire de Saint John sous reserve des modalites et conditions prevues par les dispositions de la convention presentee, et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation exigee. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-183 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 5.3 Amending Resolution - 385 Rothesay Avenue On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager Common Council amend its resolution of October 20, 2003 by deleting: "1. Acquire a 450+/-m2 easement for municipal services in PID Number 55145031, from 607797 N.B. Ltd. for $25. per square meter plus H.ST, as generally shown on the submitted sketch;" and inserting in its place: "1. Acquire a 587+/-m2 easement for municipal services in PID Number 55145031, from 607797 N.B. Ltd. for $15,175. (+HST if applicable), as shown on the submitted revised sketch;" with all other elements of the resolution remaining unchanged. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.3 Resolution modificatrice relative au 385, avenue Rothesay Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal modifie la resolution du 20 octobre 2003 en supprimant ce qui suit: "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; et en Ie remplayant par ce qui suit: "1. acquiere une servitude pour services municipaux du bien-fonds portant Ie NID 55145031, appartenant a 607797 N.-B. Ltee, au montant de 15,175 $Ie metre carre (TVH en sus, Ie cas echeant) comme Ie montre Ie croquis revise presente; et que tous les autres elements de la resolution demeurent inchanges. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.4 2005 Insurance for The City of Saint John On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Tait RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager Common Council accept the insurance package offered by the Frank Cowan Company Limited, and approve payments as follows: Huestis Commercial Insurance Limited $935,350. Consisting of Insurance Premiums of Agreed Agency Fee of Total $898,350. $ 37,000. $935,350. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.4 Assurances pour The City of Saint John en 2005 Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Tait RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil accepte I'offre d'assurances proposee par Frank Cowan Company Limited, et approuve les paiements suivants : Huestis Commercial Insurance Limited 935 350 $ 91-184 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 Comprenant les primes d'assurance de 898 350 $ Frais d'agence etablis a 37 000 $ Total 935 350 $ A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.5 Landlord's Waiver - Infusion Tea Co. Ltd. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John accept the terms and conditions contained in the "Landlord's Waiver" as submitted by the Bank of Montreal and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign the waiver. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.5 Renonciation du bailleur relative a I'entreprise Infusion Tea Co. Ltd. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John se conforme aux modalites et conditions enoncees dans la << renonciation du bailleur >> telle que presentee par la Banque de Montreal et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer ladite renonciation. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.6 Maintenance Costs for Harbour Passage On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the report from the City Manager reporting on financial requirements for the maintenance of Harbour Passage as a result of a November 22, 2004 request from Council, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.6 Frais d'entretien relatifs au Passage du port Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que Ie rapport presente par Ie directeur general relatif aux exigences financieres visant I'entretien du Passage du port, suite a la demande formulee par Ie conseille 22 novembre 2004, so it accepte a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.7 Proposed Skateboard Park See item 5.7 following item 2.1 5.7 Projet d'amenagement d'un planchodrome Voir Ie point nO 5.7 suivant Ie point nO 2.1. 6.1 Proposed Levy On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that The City of Saint John send the concept of a 1 % levy on people working in a city or town, but living outside of its boundaries, as a resolution to the Cities of New Brunswick Association and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, for action with the Government of Canada and the Provinces for implementation as a solution for the good of all our communities. Question being taken, the motion was denied. 91-185 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 6.1 Proposition de taxe Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que The City of Saint John expedie a l'Association des cites du Nouveau-Brunswick et a la Federation canadienne des municipalites, Ie projet relatif a la taxe de 1 % imposee aux personnes qui travaillent dans une ville ou une cite, mais qui demeurent a I'exterieur des limites de ces dernieres, sous forme de resolution, afin que Ie gouvernement du Canada et les provinces entreprennent des demarches pour mettre en 03uvre des solutions qui avantageraient to utes nos collectivites. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est rejetee. 6.2 City Market - Hours of Operation On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the process of altering hours of operation for the Saint John City Market be referred to the City Manager for a report to Council. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.2 Heures d'ouverture du marche municipal Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la question relative a la modification des heures d'ouverture au marche municipal de Saint John soit transmise au directeur general aux fins de rapport a I'intention du conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 7.1 The City of Saint John v. Mario Charlebois On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the report from the City Solicitor updating Council on the court proceedings of The City of Saint John v. Mario Charlebois, and resulting in the Court finding Mr. Charlebois' corporation guilty of the parking ticket, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 7.1 Mario Charlebois c. The City of Saint John Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que Ie rapport de mise a jour presente par I'avocat municipal relatif aux procedures judiciaires visant I'affaire The City of Saint John c. Mario Charlebois, dans laquelle la cour a conclu que I'entreprise appartenant a M. Charlebois etait coupable d'une contravention de stationnement, soit accepte a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 7.2 J.D. O'Connell Trust Fund - Application to Vary Terms On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the report from the City Solicitor updating Council on the varying of the terms of the J.D. O'Connell Trust to enable the disbursement of the $1,700 income earned by the Trust, to be paid to the Empty Stocking Fund, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 91-186 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 7.2 Requete en modification des dispositions de la fiducie J.D. O'Connell Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que Ie rapport de mise a jour presente par I'avocat municipal relatif aux modifications proposees ala fiducie J.D. O'Connell afin de permettre Ie versement de la somme de 1 700 $, soit les revenus provenant de ladite fiducie, au fonds du bas de Noel, so it accepte a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 8.1 Traffic By-law Amendment - Brentwood Crescent On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John Made under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and Amendments Thereto", respecting Brentwood Crescent 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 Respecting Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John Made under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and Amendments Thereto". On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John Made under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and Amendments Thereto", respecting Brentwood Crescent 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 Respecting Traffic on Streets in The City of Saint John Made under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and Amendments Thereto". 8.1 Modification de I'arrete concernant la circulation relativement au croissant Brentwood Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >> relativement au croissant Brentwood, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >>. Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >> relativement au croissant Brentwood, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Troisieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >>. 9.1 Harbour Station Commission - Skateboard Park See item 9.1 following 2.1. 91-187 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 9.1 Commission de Harbour Station relativement au planchodrome Voir Ie point nO 9.1 suivant Ie point nO 2.1. 9.2 Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission - Proposed Operating Budget 2005 See item 9.2 following item 4.2. 9.2 Budget d'exploitation de 2005 propose par la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy Voir Ie point nO 9.2 suivant Ie point nO 4.2. 9.3 Saint John Development Corporation - Continued Support On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John Development Corporation advising of continued support from partners be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.3 Appui apporte a Saint John Development Corporation par ses partenaires Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Saint John Development Corporation indiquant que les partenaires continuent a y apporter leur appui, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.4 Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission - Letter of Thanks On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the letter from Jack Kier, General Manager of the Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission thanking B. Desmond for his service, and thanking Council for the appointment of Councillor Tait to the Commission be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.4 Lettre de remerciements rec;ue de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Jack Keir, directeur general de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy, remerciant Monsieur B. Desmond des services qu'il a rendus et remerciant Ie conseil d'avoir nomme Ie conseiller Tait pour sieger a sa commission, so it acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.5 Planning Advisory Committee - Proposed Street Vesting Roxbury Drive On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that Common Council assent to a subdivision plan that would vest an area of approximately 2600 square metres as being part of the Roxbury Drive public street right-of-way, as generally illustrated on the submitted Brunswick Holdings Ltd. subdivision plan, but not including the 60S-square metre portion situated in the Reserved as Common Property in the vicinity of Cold Brook. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 91-188 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 9.5 Comite consultatif d'urbanisme relativement a la devolution proposee visant la promenade Roxbury Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que Ie conseil communal donne son assentiment au plan de lotissement visant la devolution d'un bien-fonds d'une superficie d'environ 2 600 metres carres, faisant partie du droit de passage sur route publique, soit la promenade Roxbury, comme Ie montre de fayon generale Ie plan de lotissement presente par Brunswick Holdings Ltd., a I'exception de I'etendue de terrain d'une superficie de 605 metres carres situee dans la region de Cold Brook, sur Ie terrain reserve aux fins publiques. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.0 Locals 18, 486, 61 and 771 - Brief on Pension Plan See item 10.0 following item 1.5. 10.0 Presentation par les sections locales 18, 486, 61 et 771 relative au regime de pension Voir Ie point nO 10.0 suivant Ie point nO 1.5. 10.1 Residential Parking - South Central Peninsula On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the letter from Glen and Marjorie McKenney expressing their concern over alternate street parking on King Street East be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.1 Stationnement residentiel dans la peninsule du centre-sud Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Glen et Marjorie McKenney exprimant leurs inquietudes relatives a I'alternance du stationnement sur la rue King Est, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.2(a) Frances Morrisey - Removal of Loyalist Man at Reversing Falls 10.2(b) Saint Andrew's Society - Removal of Loyalist Man at Reversing Falls On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the letters from Frances Morrisey and the Saint John Andrew's Society objecting to the removal of the Loyalist Man symbol located at Reversing Falls, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.2a) Frances Morrisey relativement a I'enlevement de I'enseigne homme loyaliste aux Chutes reversibles 10.2b) Societe Saint Andrew's relativement a I'enlevement de I'enseigne homme loyaliste aux Chutes reversibles Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que les lettres reyues de Frances Morrisey et de la Societe Saint Andrew's s'opposant a I'enlevement de I'enseigne homme loyaliste situee aux Chutes reversibles, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-189 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 10.3 Canadian Urban Transit Association On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Ferguson RESOLVED that the letter from Michael Roschlau, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Association, recognizing the accomplishments of public transit in the City, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.3 Association canadienne du transport urbain Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Michael Roschlau, president et directeur general de l'Association canadienne du transport urbain, en reconnaissance des projets realises dans Ie domaine du service de transport en commun dans la ville, so it acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.4 Seniors' Advisory Committee On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the letter from Bertha Boyles regarding appointments to the Seniors' Advisory Committee be referred to the Nominating Committee. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.4 Comite consultatif des aines Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren QUE la lettre reyue de Bertha Boyles, relative aux nominations de membres pour sieger au Comite consultatif des aines, so it transmise au Comite des candidatures. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.5 Maintenance of Grave Markers On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the letter from Bertha Boyles regarding maintenance of grave markers be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.5 Entretien des steles funeraires Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Bertha Boyles relative a I'entretien des steles funeraires so it acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.6 Odor at Marsh Creek On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the letter from Bertha Boyles asking Council to initiate corrective action to prevent or reduce pollution at Marsh Creek be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 91-190 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 10.6 Odeur a Marsh Creek Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Bertha Boyles implorant Ie conseil a initier des mesures correctives afin d'eliminer ou de reduire la pollution a Marsh Creek, so it acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.7 The New Brunswick Historical Society On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the letter from the New Brunswick Historical Society regarding the need for repairs to the Blockhouse on Fort Howe, be referred to the City Manager for a report. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.7 Societe historique du Nouveau-Brunswick Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que la lettre reyue de la Societe historique du Nouveau-Brunswick relative aux reparations exigees au Blockhaus du fort Howe, soit transmise au directeur general aux fins de rapport. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.8 Fundy Minor Football On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the letter from Barry Odgen requesting that Common Council honour Mike and Judy Upward for their 38 years of dedication to Fundy Minor Football be referred to the Mayor for consideration. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.8 Ligue mineure de football de Fundy Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que la lettre de demande reyue de Barry Odgen voulant que Ie conseil communal honore Mike et Judy Upward pour les 38 annees qu'ils ont consacrees a la ligue mineure de football de Fundy, soit transmise au maire aux fins d'examen. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.9 South Central Citizens Council - Rainbow Park On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Ferguson RESOLVED that the letter from South Central Citizens Council inquiring about funds designated for the exclusive maintenance of Rainbow Park be referred to the City Manager for a report. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.9 Conseil public du centre-sud relativement au pare Rainbow Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson RESOLU que la lettre reyue du conseil public du centre-sud se renseignant sur les fonds destines exclusivement a I'entretien du parc Rainbow, soit transmise au directeur general aux fins de rapport. 91-191 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DECEMBER 6, 2004/LE 6 DECEMBRE 2004 A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.10 Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. - Cost Sharing Proposals On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. requesting that the City transfer $283,800. plus HST from the Industrial Park Capital Budget to the Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. for the completion of the Mcilveen Drive Extension Project, be referred to budget deliberations. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.10 Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. [Pares industriels de Saint John] relativement aux propositions de partage des couts Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que la lettre reyue de I'entreprise Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. voulant que la ville transfere la somme de 283 800 $, TVH en sus, du budget d'immobilisation du parc industriel a Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd., afin de terminer les travaux de prolongement de la promenade Mcilveen, soit reportee aux deliberations budgetaires. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Adiournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.. Cloture de la reunion Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 20 h 50. Common Clerk/greffier communal