2005-04-11_Minutes--Procès-verbal
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
CITY HALL - APRIL 11, 2005 - 6:15 p.m.
present
Norman McFarlane, Mayor
Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors Chang, Chase, Court,
Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus and White
- and -
P. Woods, Deputy City Manager/Common Clerk; 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; A. Bodechon, Chief of Police; S. Galbraith, Director of
Works; E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk; and J. Ferrar,
Administrative Assistant.
REUNION DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
TENUE A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 11 AVRIL 2005 A 18 H 15
Sont presents:
Norman McFarlane, maire
Ie maire suppleant Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase,
Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White
et
P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; 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; A. Bodechon, chef de police; S. Galbraith, directeur
des travaux publics E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe et
J. Ferrar, adjointe administrative.
1.1 Meeting Called To Order - Prayer
Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and Pastor Don Crouse of
Hillcrest Baptist Church offered the opening prayer.
1.1 Ouverture de la seance - priere
La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane. Le reverend Don Crouse,
pasteur de l'Eglise baptiste Hillcrest, recite la priere d'ouverture.
1.2 Approval of Minutes
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of
Common Council, held on March 29, 2005, be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
1.2 Approbation du proces-verbal de la derniere reunion
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que Ie proces-verbal de la reunion du
conseil communal tenue Ie 29 mars 2005 so it approuve.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
1.3 Approval of Agenda
On motion of Councillor Farren
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be
approved with items 1.4 and 10.8 being withdrawn.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
1.3 Adoption de I'ordre du jour
Proposition du conseiller Farren
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que I'ordre du jour de la presente reunion
so it adopte, moyennant Ie retrait des points 1.4 et 10.8.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
1.5 Members' Comments
Councillor Ferguson encouraged the public to attend a gathering in Fredericton
tomorrow, April 12th, in support of Premier Bernard Lord, opposition leader Shawn
Graham, and the Minister of Energy, the Honourable Bruce Fitch, in their efforts to seek
Federal funding for the refurbishment of Point Lepreau.
Referring to the recent visit to the City by representatives from the Town of Digby and
Bay Ferries, Councillor White advised they have expressed an interest in joint
promotional activities concerning tourism, and stated that he will keep Council updated
on any developments.
Councillor McGuire thanked everyone who attended the P.R.O. Kids Curry Night Out
Dinner; encouraged anyone interested in the Affordable Housing Program which is
sponsored by the Province to attend an information session scheduled for Wednesday,
April 13th, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Red Room, City Hall; and extended congratulations to
Saint John Non Profit Housing Inc. with the development of a third unit of mixed housing.
Councillor Court thanked the Director of Leisure Services, Bernie Morrison, for donating
70 pedometers to School District #8; and congratulated Raymond and Georgina
Vienneau who recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
Commenting with regard to the musical performance Seussical by Saint John High
School, Deputy Mayor Hooton encouraged everyone to support the production as well
as Harbour View High's production entitled "Beauty and the Beast".
Congratulations were extended to Ellen Maxwell of the Rocmaura Nursing Home who
will be celebrating her 100th birthday on April 16th by Mayor McFarlane. Mayor
McFarlane thanked the Minister of Transportation and the Honourable Brenda Fowlie for
funding in the amount of $32,629. for repairs to Lancaster Street, and $49,230. for
additional expenses incurred with regard to the Official Languages Act.
1.5 Commentaires presentes par les membres
Le conseiller Ferguson encourage les membres du public a assister a un
rassemblement prevu a Fredericton Ie 12 avril, afin d'appuyer les efforts deployes par Ie
Premier ministre Bernard Lord, Ie chef de I'opposition Shawn Graham et Ie ministre de
l'Energie, I'honorable Bruce Fitch, dans Ie but de solliciter un financement aupres du
gouvernement federal relatif a la remise a neuf de la centrale de Point Lepreau.
Se reportant a la visite recente a Saint John de representants de la ville de Digby et de
I'entreprise Bay Ferries, Ie conseiller White indique que ces derniers ont exprime un
interet visant a poursuivre des activites promotionnelles conjointes relativement au
tourisme et assure Ie conseil qu'il mettrait ce dernier au courant de tout developpement.
Le conseiller McGuire remercie toutes les personnes qui ont assiste a la soiree de curry
de P.R.O. Kids. II encourage toute personne qui s'interesse au programme de
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logements a prix abordable, parraine par la province, d'assister a une seance
d'information prevue Ie mercredi 13 avril, de 12 h a 14 h, dans la salle rouge de l'h6tel
de ville et, felicite Saint John Non Profit Housing Inc., [organisme du logement sans but
lucratif de Saint John] de I'amenagement d'une troisieme unite de logement mixte.
Le conseiller Court remercie Bernie Morrison, directeur des services de loisirs, de son
don de 70 podometres offerts au district scolaire nO 8 et, felicite Raymond et Georgina
Vienneau qui ont recemment celebre leur 50e anniversaire de mariage.
Le maire suppleant Hooton mentionne Ie spectacle musical intitule << Seussical >>
presente par I'ecole Saint John High School et encourage tous les gens a appuyer cette
production ainsi que celie presentee par I'ecole Harbour View High intitulee << Beauty
and the Beast (La Belle et la bete) >>.
Le maire McFarlane felicite Ellen Maxwell, residente du foyer de soins Rocmaura, qui
celebre son 100e anniversaire de naissance Ie 16 avril. Le maire McFarlane remercie Ie
ministre des transports et I'honorable Brenda Fowlie des subventions octroyees au
montant de 32 629 $ aux fins d'execution de reparations sur la rue Lancaster et au
montant de 49 230 $ relatif aux depenses supplementaires engagees visant la Loi sur
les langues officielles.
2.1 Presentation - UNBSJ
Referring to a submitted presentation, Dr. John McLaughlin, President and Dr. Kathryn
Hamer, Vice-President, UNBSJ, commented regarding building a future together with
Saint John noting that the University has an effective plan for change growth and is
making bold moves to secure its future. The presentation concluded with Dr. Hamer
responding to questions and explaining the issues and opportunities as outlined in their
submitted report.
2.1 Presentation par I'UNBSJ
Se reportant a la presentation soumise, Dr John McLaughlin, president, et Dr Kathryn
Hamer, vice-presidente de I'UNBSJ, se prononcent sur I'etablissement de relations
futures avec Saint John affirmant que I'universite a conyu un projet efficace relatif a la
croissance du changement et entreprend des demarches audacieuses afin d'assurer
son avenir. Suivant la presentation, Dr Hamer a repondu aux questions posees en
precisant les problemes et les occasions soulignes dans Ie rapport presente.
4.1 (a) Proposed Re-Zoning Amendment - 47 Ocean Court
The Assistant Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed
with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 47 Ocean Court,
having an area of approximately 2740 square metres, also identified as being PID
Number 55169205 and portions of 55169197,55169189,399394 and 399402, from
"RM-1" Three Storey Multiple Residential to "US" Utility and Service classification to
permit the construction of a municipal water storage reservoir as requested by The City
of Saint John with no written objections received.
4.1 (b) Report from the Planning Advisory Committee
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a
copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's April 5, 2005 meeting at
which it resolved to adopt the staff recommendation, and recommending that Council re-
zone a parcel of land as described above, from "RM-1" Three Storey Multiple Residential
to "US" Utility and Service in the manner illustrated on the submitted plan.
The Assistant Common Clerk advised that staff is seeking a declaration that an
emergency exists which would require, under the Municipalities Act, that all Council
members present declare that an emergency exists in order to proceed with all three
readings at this evening's meeting.
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 favour of the re-zoning with no
one presenting.
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Mr. Nugent explained that when all of the Council members present declare that the
emergency exists, three readings can be given at one meeting. Mr. Nugent advised
that this is provided in order to deal with exceptional circumstances where an emergency
exists; and noted the term emergency is not defined in the Municipalities Act pointing out
the notion of an emergency is the normal dictionary definition. Council was cautioned by
Mr. Nugent in exercising this authority based upon the information supplied and
questioned these circumstances as a true emergency. Mr. Nugent suggested Council
proceed with 1st and 2nd readings, followed by 3rd reading at a subsequent meeting.
Mr. Groody responded to questions advising that, in his opinion, it is an economic
emergency which could have financial consequences for the City, as well as the time
frame required to complete the construction. Councillor Ferguson proposed a motion,
which was not seconded, that 3rd reading be held on Monday, April 18, 2005.
On motion of Councillor Titus
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" by re-zoning a parcel of land
located at 47 Ocean Court, having an area of approximately 2740 square metres, also
identified as being PID Number 55169205 and portions of 55169197,55169189,399394
and 399402, from "RM-1" Three Storey Multiple Residential to "US" Utility and Service
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" by re-zoning a parcel of land
located at 47 Ocean Court, having an area of approximately 2740 square metres, also
identified as being PID Number 55169205 and portions of 55169197,55169189,399394
and 399402, from "RM-1" Three Storey Multiple Residential to "US" Utility and Service
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 Titus
Seconded by Councillor Tait
RESOLVED that items 4.1(a) and (b) be received
for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillor Ferguson withdrew from the meeting.)
4.1a) Modification de rezonage proposee visant Ie 47, impasse Ocean
La greffiere communale adjointe indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement
au projet de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 47, impasse Ocean, d'une
superficie d'environ 2 740 metres carres et portant Ie NID 55169205 et une partie des
NID 55169197,55169189,399394 et 399402 afin de faire passer la designation s'y
rapportant de zone d'immeubles a logements multiples de trois etages << RM-1 >> a zone
de services publics et generaux << US >>, afin de permettre la construction d'un reservoir
d'eau, a la demande de The City of Saint John et, qu'aucune opposition par ecrit n'a ete
reyue.
4.1 b) Rapport presente par Ie Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'une copie du
rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie a la reunion du comite du 5 avril 2005
au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'adopter la recommandation du personnel qui
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preconise la modification par Ie conseil du zonage d'une parcelle de terrain, comme il est
decrit precedemment, pour la faire passer de zone d'immeubles a logements multiples
de trois etages << RM-1 >> a zone de services publics et generaux << US >>, comme Ie
montre Ie plan presente.
La greffiere communale adjointe affirme que les employes municipaux demandent que
so it formulee une declaration voulant qu'une situation d'urgence existe en vertu de la Loi
sur les municipalites qui exige que tous les membres du conseil presents declarent
qu'une telle situation d'urgence existe afin de pouvoir proceder a trois lectures au cours
de la presente reunion.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition quant au rezonage, mais personne
ne prend la parole.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son appui quant au rezonage, mais personne ne
prend la parole.
M. Nugent explique que lorsque tous les membres presents declarent qu'une situation
d'urgence existe, trois lectures peuvent etre faites au cours d'une reunion. M. Nugent
indique qu'une telle disposition est en vigueur afin de traiter les situations
exceptionnelles en cas d'urgence et que Ie terme << urgence >> n'est pas defini dans la
Loi sur les municipalites et souligne que Ie sens accorde au terme << urgence >> est alors
celui de la definition normale du dictionnaire. M. Nugent avertit Ie conseil contre
I'exercice de ce pouvoir, vu I'information fournie et s'interroge sur la nature veridique de
I'urgence dans les circonstances. II avise Ie conseil de proceder aux premiere et
deuxieme lectures et de prevoir une troisieme lecture au cours d'une reunion
subsequente.
M. Groody repond aux questions et indique qu'a son sens il s'agit d'une urgence de
nature economique qui pourrait entralner des consequences financieres nefastes pour la
ville, et qu'une certaine periode de temps est necessaire afin d'executer les travaux de
construction. Le conseiller Ferguson presente une motion, qui n'est pas appuyee,
voulant que la troisieme lecture ait lieu Ie lundi 18 avril 2005.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de
terrain situee au 47, impasse Ocean, d'une superficie d'environ 2 740 metres carres et
portant Ie NID 55169205 et une partie des NID 55169197,55169189,399394 et 399402,
en vue de la faire passer de zone d'edifices de logements multiples a trois etage << RM-
1 >> a zone de services publics et generaux << US >>, 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 sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de
terrain situee au 47, impasse Ocean, d'une superficie d'environ 2 740 metres carres et
portant Ie NID 55169205 et une partie des NID 55169197,55169189,399394 et 399402,
en vue de la faire passer de zone d'edifices de logements multiples a trois etage << RM-
1 >> a zone de services publics et generaux << US >>, 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 Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Tait
RESOLU que les points 4.1 a) et b) soient acceptes
a titre informatif.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le conseiller Ferguson quitte la reunion.)
4.2(a) Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment - 100 Mountain View Drive
The Assistant Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed
with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 100 Mountain View
Drive, having an area of approximately 5000 square metres, also identified as being a
portion of PID Number 315838, from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "US"
Utility and Service classification to permit the construction of a municipal water storage
reservoir as requested by The City of Saint John with no written objections received.
4.2(b) Report from the Planning Advisory Committee
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a
copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's April 5, 2005 meeting at
which it resolved to adopt the staff recommendation, and recommending that Council re-
zone a parcel of land as described above, from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to
"US" Utility and Service in the manner illustrated on the submitted plan.
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 favour of the re-zoning with no
one presenting.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law To
Amend The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" by re-zoning a parcel of land
located at 100 Mountain View Drive having an area of approximately 5000 square
metres, also identified as being a portion of PID Number 315838, from "R-2" One and
Two Family Residential to "US" Utility and Service classification, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a 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 Titus
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law To
Amend The Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" by re-zoning a parcel of land
located at 100 Mountain View Drive having an area of approximately 5000 square
metres, also identified as being a portion of PID Number 315838, from "R-2" One and
Two Family Residential to "US" Utility and Service 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 Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that items 4.2(a) and (b) be received
for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillor Ferguson re-entered the meeting.)
4.2a) Projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au 100, promenade
Mountain View
La greffiere communale adjointe indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement
au projet de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 100, promenade Mountain
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View, d'une superficie d'environ 5 000 metres carres et faisant partie du terrain portant Ie
N I D 315838 afin de faire passer la designation s'y rapportant de zone residentielle -
habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >> a zone de services publics et
generaux << US >>, afin de permettre la construction d'un reservoir d'eau municipal, a la
demande de The City of Saint John et, qu'aucune opposition par ecrit n'a ete reyue.
4.2b) Rapport presente par Ie Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'une copie du
rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie a la reunion du comite du 5 avril 2005
au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'adopter la recommandation du personnel qui
preconise la modification par Ie conseil du zonage d'une parcelle de terrain, comme il est
decrit precedemment, pour la faire passer de zone residentielle - habitations
unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >> a zone de services publics et generaux << US >>,
comme Ie montre Ie plan presente.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition quant au rezonage, mais personne
ne prend la parole.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son appui quant au rezonage, mais personne ne
prend la parole.
Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de
terrain, d'une superficie d'environ 5 000 metres carres, situee au 100, promenade
Mountain View et portant Ie NID 315838, afin de faire passer la designation s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >> a zone
de services publics et generaux << US >>, 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 Titus
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de
terrain, d'une superficie d'environ 5 000 metres carres, situee au 100, promenade
Mountain View et portant Ie NID 315838, afin de faire passer la designation s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >> a zone
de services publics et generaux << US >>, 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 Titus
RESOLU que les points 4.2a) et b) soient acceptes
a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le conseiller Ferguson se joint de nouveau a la reunion.)
4.3(a) Proposed Amendment - Section 39 Conditions - 199 Chesley Drive
The Assistant Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed
with regard to the proposed amendment to Section 39 conditions imposed on the July 3,
1973 re-zoning of property located at 199 Chesley Drive, also identified as PID Number
55006035 as identified in the submitted plan to permit additional facia signage on the
building as requested by Rose-Wood Developments Inc.
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4.3(b) Report from the Planning Advisory Committee
Consideration was given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a
copy of Planning staff's report considered at the Committee's April 5, 2005 meeting
recommending that the Section 39 conditions imposed on the July 3, 1973 re-zoning of
the subject property by adopting the "B-2" General Business signage standards as it
pertains to Section 840 of the Zoning By-law.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the proposed amendment
with no one presenting.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the proposed
amendment with no one presenting.
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that Common Council amend the
Section 39 conditions imposed on the July 3, 1973 re-zoning of property located at 199
Chesley Drive, also identified as PID Number 55006035 by adopting the "B-2" General
Business signage standards as it pertains to Section 840 of the Zoning By-law.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
4.3a) Modification proposee relative aux conditions imposees par I'article 39
relativement au 199, promenade Chesley
Le greffiere communale adjointe indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement
a la modification proposee en application de I'article 39, imposee Ie 3 juillet 1973 lors du
rezonage de la propriete situee au 199, promenade Chesley, portant Ie NID 55006035,
comme Ie montre Ie plan presente, afin de permettre I'installation d'un panneau
supplementaire pose a plat sur Ie mur du batiment, a la demande de I'entreprise Rose-
Wood Developments Inc.
4.3b) Rapport presente par Ie Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'un exemplaire du
rapport du personnel de planification etudie lors de la reunion du 5 avril 2005 a laquelle
Ie comite a preconise la modification des conditions imposees, Ie 3 juillet 1973, visant Ie
rezonage de ladite propriete, en adoptant les normes relatives a I'affichage dans la zone
commerciale generale << B-2 >>, en vertu de I'article 840 de I'arrete sur Ie zonage.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition relativement aux modifications
proposees, mais personne ne prend la parole.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son appui relativement a la modification proposee,
mais personne ne prend la parole.
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que Ie conseil communal modifie les
conditions prevues a I'article 39 imposees Ie 3 juillet 1973, lors du rezonage de la
propriete situee au 199, promenade Chesley, portant Ie NID 55006035, en adoptant les
normes relatives a I'affichage dans la zone commerciale generale << B-2 >> en vertu de
I'article 840 de I'arrete sur Ie zonage.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
2.2 Presentation - Fusion Group - Canada Day Countdown
Referring to a submitted electronic slide presentation, Michael Caines and Craig Allen
addressed Council on behalf of the Fusion Group and provided an overview on the
upcoming Canada Day Countdown scheduled for June 30, 2005 pointing out that this
event will give Saint John a marquee event similar to other Maritime communities.
Responding to questions concerning funding, Mr. Allen advised it would be beneficial if
the City could give them $10,000 for this event.
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On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John give $5,000.
to FUSION for the 2005 Canada Day Countdown event.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Referring to agenda item 4.1, Councillor Chase questioned how the proposed re-zoning
for 47 Ocean Court could receive all three readings at one meeting, to which Ms.
Gormley advised all members present would have to vote on a motion declaring that an
emergency exists.
On motion of Councillor Chase
Seconded by Councillor Chang
RESOLVED that an emergency exists with regard
to the proposed re-zoning of 47 Ocean Court due to financial considerations, and
Council proceed with all three readings.
Question being taken, the motion was defeated.
2.2 Presentation par Ie Groupe sur la fusion relativement au compte a rebours
de la fete du Canada
Se reportant a la presentation electronique de diapositives soumise, Michael Caines et
Craig Allen se presentent devant Ie conseil au nom du Groupe sur la fusion et donnent
un aperyu du compte a rebours prevu Ie 30 juin 2005, relatif a la prochaine fete du
Canada et souligne que des tentes marquises seront erigees afin que Saint John puisse
beneficier d'un evenement semblable a ceux tenus dans d'autres collectivites des
provinces maritimes. En reponse aux questions relatives au financement, M. Allen
indique qu'il serait avantageux que la ville contribue 10 000 $ a cet evenement.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que The City of Saint John contribue
5 000 $ a I'evenement de compte a rebours relatif a la fete du Canada organise par
FUSION.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Se reportant au point nO 4.1 de I'ordre du jour, Ie conseiller Chase demande comment Ie
rezonage propose visant Ie 47, impasse Ocean pourrait proceder a trois lectures au
cours d'une seule reunion et Mme Gormley repond que tous les membres presents
doivent adopter une proposition visant a declarer qu'il existe un cas d'urgence.
Proposition du conseiller Chase
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Chang
RESOLU qu'il existe un cas d'urgence relativement
au rezonage propose visant Ie 47, impasse Ocean en raison de considerations
financieres et que Ie conseil procede aux trois lectures.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est rejetee.
5.1 Relocation of NB Crafts Council
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that Common Council express its
support for the relocation of the New Brunswick Crafts Council to The City of Saint John,
and the Craft Council provide information to Common Council regarding the issue.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5.1 Demenagement du conseil d'artisanat du Nouveau-Brunswick
Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que Ie conseil communal exprime son
appui au demenagement du conseil d'artisanat du Nouveau-Brunswick a The City of
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Saint John et que Ie conseil d'artisanat transmette de I'information au conseil communal
sur la question.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
5.2 Atlantic Lotto- Harness Racing - Exhibition Park
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the Atlantic Lottery Corporation,
Harness Racing Authority and the Exhibition Association meet with Common Council in
Open Session on April 25, 2005 for the purpose of providing background information on
gaming at racetracks.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5.2 Loto Atlantique, courses attelees et Exhibition Park
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que la Societe des loteries de
l'Atlantique, la Commission des courses attelees des provinces maritimes et
l'Association d'expositions rencontrent Ie conseil communal en reunion publique Ie
25 avril 2005 dans Ie but de presenter I'historique du jeu aux hippodromes.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
5.3 Household Spring Clean-Up
6.2 Household Spring Clean-Up
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Titus
and the City Manager regarding Household Spring Clean-Up, which is scheduled for
May 9-13 for City serviced routes and May 16-20 for contracted routes, be received for
information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5.3 Grand menage residentiel du printemps
6.2 Grand menage residentiel du printemps
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Ie conseiller
Titus et Ie directeur general relative au grand menage residentiel du printemps, prevu du
9 au 13 mai pour les circuits desservis par la municipalite et du 16 au 20 mai pour les
circuits contractes, soit acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
5.4 Council Agenda Efficiencies
Consideration was given to a letter from Councillor Titus requesting a time line for
receipt of lap tops rather than the current paper Council kits; to which Mr. Woods
provided an update pointing out that it is intended to provide lap tops, in addition to full
on-line access to the Council agenda, mid November 2005.
5.4 Mise en vigueur de mesures efficaces aux fins du conseil
Examen d'une lettre presentee par Ie conseiller Titus relative au delai prevu visant
I'approvisionnement d'ordinateurs portatifs pour remplacer les trousses de paperasses
presentees au conseil a I'heure actuelle. M. Woods donne une mise a jour et souligne
que des ordinateurs portatifs sont prevus en plus d'un acces integral a I'ordre du jour du
conseil a compter de la mi-novembre 2005.
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5.5. Proposed Sister City Relationship with City of Donghae, South Korea
On motion of Councillor Chang
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Chang
advising that the City of Donghae, South Korea is seeking a sister-city relationship with
The City of Saint John be referred to the City Manager, Tourism Saint John and the
Saint John Port Authority to verify the feasibility and suitability of such a relationship.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5.5. Proposition visant a creer des relations en tant que ville jumelee avec la
ville de Donghae, Coree du Sud
Proposition du conseiller Chang
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Ie conseiller
Chang indiquant que la ville de Donghae en Coree du Sud tente d'etablir des relations
en tant que ville jumelee avec The City of Saint John, so it transmise au directeur
general, a Tourisme Saint John et a l'Administration portuaire de Saint John, afin que
soient examines la faisabilite et Ie caractere convenable de telles relations.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
5.6 Procedural By-Law and Municipalities Act
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Court
expressing concern regarding the Procedural By-law and Municipalities Act, be received
for information.
A brief discussion followed with Mr. Woods and Mr. Nugent responding to questions at
which time Mr. Nugent advised he will be bringing a report back to Council on issues
raised, in addition to the LNG matter, which can be used as a reference point by Council.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5.6 Arrete procedural et la Loi sur les municipalites
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Ie conseiller
Court exprimant ses inquietudes relatives a I'arrete procedural et a la Loi sur les
municipalites, so it acceptee a titre informatif.
Une breve discussion s'ensuit et M. Woods et M. Nugent repondent aux questions
posees. M. Nugent indique qu'il redigera un rapport aux fins du conseil relatif aux
questions sou levees en plus de la question relative au terminal de gaz liquefie et que tel
rapport servira de point de reference au conseil.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
5.7 Youth Cabinet
On motion of Councillor McGuire
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the Operational Review
Committee of Council and ChartwelllRM Inc. examine the opportunity for including a
Youth Cabinet option within the organizational framework and Councillor McGuire follow-
up with ChartwelllRM Inc. regarding the matter.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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5.7 Conseil des jeunes
Proposition du conseiller McGuire
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que Ie Comite de I'examen operationnel,
forme par Ie conseil et ChartwelllRM Inc., etudie la possibilite d'inclure un conseil des
jeunes au sein du cadre organisationnel et que Ie conseiller McGuire fasse Ie suivi en la
matiere de concert avec ChartwelllRM Inc.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6.1 Tender - Motorized Equipment
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the tenders for the supply of new heavy equipment for use by various
departments of The City of Saint John be awarded to the lowest bidder to meet the
specifications and conditions of the tender for each unit or component of each unit as
indicated on the submitted bid summary forms.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6.1 Soumissions relatives a I'equipement motorise
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, les soumissions relatives a I'approvisionnement de nouvel equipement lourd
aux fins des divers services de The City of Saint John, soient accordees au
soumissionnaire moins-disant afin de repondre aux specifications et aux conditions de la
soumission relativement a chacune des unites ou des composantes de chaque unite,
comme I'indique les sommaires de soumissions presentes.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6.3 Consultant Services - Asphalt Concrete- Portland Cement Concrete - Soils
Testing and Inspection for 2005 and 2006
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the proposal of Conquest Engineering Ltd. for engineering services for
Consultant Services - Asphalt Concrete, Portland Cement Concrete and Soils Testing
and Inspection for 2005 and 2006 be accepted and that the Mayor and Common Clerk
be authorized to execute the appropriate documentation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6.3 Services consultatifs relatifs au beton asphaltique, aux betons de ciment
Portland et a I'evaluation et I'inspection des sols pour 2005 et 2006
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, la proposition de Conquest Engineering Ltd. soit acceptee relativement aux
services d'ingenierie et aux services consultatifs relatifs au beton asphaltique, aux
betons de ciment Portland et a I'evaluation et I'inspection des sols pour 2005 et 2006, et
que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation exigee.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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6.4 Compensatory Storage - Plaza Atlantic - McAllister Drive
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Plaza Atlantic Limited be advised that Common Council will sell compensatory
storage, calculated at the rate of $10.75 per cubic metre, for each cubic metre of flood
storage displaced by the development, up to 1,160 cubic metres, at its development on
McAllister Drive.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6.4 Entreposage compensatoire relatif au Plaza Atlantic Limited situe sur la
promenade McAllister
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, I'entreprise Plaza Atlantic Limited soit avisee que Ie conseil communal vendra
des espaces d'entreposage compensatoire, au prix de 10,75 $ Ie metre cube, pour
chaque metre cube d'entreposage deplace en raison d'inondation a la suite des travaux
d'amenagement, jusqu'a concurrence de 1 160 metres cubes, sur les lieux de
I'amenagement de la promenade McAllister.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6.5 Acquisition of Land - Spar Cove Road
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, The City of Saint John purchase from F. Andrew Simpson Contracting Ltd. (or
related company) all its interest in those lands lying east of Bridge Street, as generally
shown on the submitted sketch for $2,000. plus HST (if applicable) on or before April 29,
2005.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6.5 Acquisition du bien-fonds situe a Spar Cove
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, The City of Saint John acquiere I'ensemble des droits qu'elle detient dans Ie
bien-fonds appartenant a F. Andrew Simpson Contracting Ltd., (ou societe affiliee), situe
a I'est de la rue Bridge, comme Ie montre de fayon generale Ie plan presente, pour la
somme de 2 000 $, TVH en sus, (Ie cas echeant) au plus tard Ie 29 avril 2005.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6.6 License - Floating Dock at Market Slip
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the submitted License with Her Majesty the
Queen, in right of Canada as represented by the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans acting
through the Regional Director, to build, operate and maintain a floating dock system over
Lot 85-1; and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the License.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6.6 Permis relatif au quai flottant du mouillage Market Slip
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, The City of Saint John conclue Ie contrat de licence presente par Sa Majeste la
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Reine du chef du Canada, representee par Ie ministre des Peches et Oceans, par
I'entremise du directeur regional, relativement a la delivrance d'une licence permettant la
construction, I'exploitation et I'entretien d'un quai flottant situe aux abords du lot 85-1; et
que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer ledit contrat de licence.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6.7 License for Underground Conduit - 160 Chesley Drive
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the submitted License for Underground
Conduit - 160 Chesley Drive with Her Majesty the Queen, in Right of Canada as
represented by the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans acting through the Regional
Director, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the License.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
6.7 Permis relatif aux canalisations souterraines situees au 160, promenade
Chesley
Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general,
The City of Saint John conclue Ie contrat de licence de Permis relatif aux canalisations
souterraines situees au 160, promenade Chesley presente par Sa Majeste la Reine du
chef du Canada, representee par Ie ministre des Peches et Oceans, par I'entremise du
directeur regional et, que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer ledit
contrat de licence.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6.8 Proposed Public Hearing Dates - 400 Main Street - 40 Northumberland
Avenue and 52 McLean Street
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the Public Hearings for the proposed Section 39 amendment at 400 Main
Street; proposed rezonings at 40 Northumberland Avenue and 52 McLean Street be set
for Monday, May 9,2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Deputy Mayor Hooton declared a conflict of interest with the next item on
the agenda and withdrew from the meeting.)
6.8 Dates d'audiences publiques proposees relativement au 400, rue Main, au
40, avenue Northumberland et au 52, rue McLean
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, la date des audiences publiques relatives a la modification proposee en vertu
de I'article 39 visant Ie 400, rue Main, les rezonages proposes au 40, avenue
Northumberland et au 52, rue McLean, soit fixee au lundi 9 mai 2005 a 19 h dans la
salle du conseil.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le maire suppleant Hooton admet qu'elle est en conflit d'interets
relativement au prochain point a I'ordre du jour et se retire de la reunion.)
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6.9 Lease Stall C1 - City Market
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager,
1. The City of Saint John accept Joyce Zhang and Minghu Yu's surrender of Lease
for Stall C1 at the City Market effective April 30, 2005;
2. The City of Saint John enter into a Lease of Space, Stall C1 at the City Market
with Linjun Han as per the terms and conditions as outlined in the submitted Lease;
and
3. the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease as submitted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
During discussion Councillor Tait referenced the "Vision for the City Market" report by
Robert Boyce and suggested it may be beneficial if Mr. Boyce met with Council to
provide an update on the future direction of the City Market.
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the City Manager provide
Common Council with a presentation regarding the recommendations contained in the
"Vision for the City Market" report prepared by Robert Boyce as well as an update on the
future direction of the market; and if required, Mr. Boyce attend the presentation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Deputy Mayor Hooton re-entered the meeting.)
6.9 Location de I'etal nO C1 au marche municipal
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general :
1. The City of Saint John reconnaisse la cession du bail conclu entre Ie marche
municipal et Joyce Zhang et Minghu Yu, visant I'etal nO C1, a la date d'entree en
vigueur du 30 avril 2005;
2. The City of Saint John conclue Ie bail relatif a I'etal nO C1 au marche municipal
entre elle-meme et Linjun Han, conformement aux modalites et conditions precisees
audit bail;
3. Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer Ie bail tel que presente.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Au cours d'une discussion, Ie conseiller Tait mentionne Ie rapport << Vision du marche
municipal >> redige par Robert Boyce et constate qu'il serait avantageux que M. Boyce se
presente devant Ie conseil afin de presenter une mise a jour relative aux objectifs futurs
du marche municipal.
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que Ie directeur general assure Ie conseil
communal que sera donnee une presentation relative aux recommandations formulees
dans Ie rapport intitule << Vision du marche municipal >> redige par Robert Boyce ainsi
qu'une mise a jour sur la direction future du marche et, au besoin, que M. Boyce assiste
a ladite presentation.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le maire suppleant Hooton est de nouveau presente a la reunion.)
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8.1 Cities of New Brunswick Association - Call for Resolutions
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that the letter from the Cities of New
Brunswick Association advising that this is the first call for resolutions for the upcoming
General Meeting in Miramichi, May 13-14, 2005, be received for information.
Councillor Titus requested that the City Manager update Council on any resolutions that
may be outstanding.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
8.1 Appels de resolutions a I'intention de l'Association des cites du
Nouveau-Brunswick
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de l'Association des
cites du Nouveau-Brunswick etablissant Ie premier appel de resolutions aux fins de
I'assemblee generale qui aura lieu a Miramichi, du 13 au 14 mai 2005, soit acceptee a
titre informatif.
Le conseiller Titus demande que Ie directeur general avise Ie conseil de toute resolution
en suspenso
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
8.2(a) Zoning By-Law Amendment - Third Reading - 15-17 Margaret Street
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-683 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-
zoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 465 square metres (5,000 square
feet), located at 15-17 Margaret Street, also identified as being PID Number 315085,
from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential
classification, be read.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
The by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" was
read in its entirety.
8.2(b) Section 39 Conditions - 15-17 Margaret Street
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that pursuant to the provisions of
Section 39 of the Community Planning Act, the proposed development of a parcel of
land located at civic 15-17 Margaret Street, having an area of approximately 465 square
metres (5,000 feet), also identified as PID Number 315085, for residential purposes be
subject to the following conditions:
a) that the use of the property be limited to a maximum of three dwelling units; and
b) that a minimum of four on-site parking spaces be provided,
and further that upon the re-zoning of the area, the land and any building or structure
thereon must be developed and used in conformity with the proposal and conditions
identified herein.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
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RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-683 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-
zoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 465 square metres (5,000 square
feet), located at 15-17 Margaret Street, also identified as being PID Number 315085,
from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential
classification, be read a third time, enacted and the Corporate Common Seal affixed
thereto.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a third time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-683 A Law to
Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John".
8.2a) Troisieme lecture de la modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage visant Ie
15-17, rue Margaret
Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
QUE I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100-683
modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une
parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 465 metres carres (5 000 pieds), situee au
15-17, rue Margaret, portant Ie N I D 315085, afin de faire passer la designation s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R2 >> a zone
residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >>, fasse I'objet d'une lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
L'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> est
lu integralement.
b) Conditions imposees par I'article 39 relativement au 15-17, rue Margaret
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU qu'en vertu des dispositions prevues a
I'article 39 de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, I'amenagement propose d'une parcelle de terrain
situee a I'adresse municipale 15-17, rue Margaret, d'une superficie d'environ 465 metres
carres (5000 pieds), et portant Ie NID 315085, aux fins residentielles, soit assujetti aux
conditions suivantes :
a) que I'usage de la propriete so it limite a un nombre maximal de trois logements;
b) qu'un nombre minimal de quatre espaces de stationnement soient fournis;
qu'a la suite du rezonage du secteur, les terrains et tout batiment ou construction qui s'y
trouvent soient amenages et utilises conformement au projet et aux conditions
enoncees.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100-
683 modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une
parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 465 metres carres (5 000 pieds), situee au
15-17, rue Margaret, portant Ie N I D 315085, afin de faire passer la designation s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R2 >> a zone
residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >>, fasse I'objet d'une troisieme
lecture, que ledit arrete so it edicte et que Ie sceau communal y so it appose.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Troisieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule <<Arrete nO C.P. 100-683 modifiant I'arrete
sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>.
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8.3(a) Zoning By-Law Amendment - 80 McAllister Drive - Third Reading
On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-684 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-
zoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 1 hectare, located at 80 McAllister
Drive, also identified as being PID Number 55165807, from "1-1" Light Industrial to "SC"
Shopping Centre classification, be read.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
The by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" was
read in its entirety.
8.3(b) Section 39 Conditions - 80 McAllister Drive
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that pursuant to the provisions of
Section 39 of the Community Planning Act, the proposed development of a parcel of
land located at 80 McAllister Drive, having an area of approximately 1 hectare, also
identified as being a portion of PID Number 55165807, for commercial purposes be
subject to the following conditions:
a) The developer must pave all parking areas, loading areas, manoeuvring areas
and driveways with asphalt and enclose them with cast-in-place concrete curbs
to protect the landscaped areas and to facilitate proper drainage;
b) Adequate drainage facilities must be provided by the developer in accordance
with detailed drainage plans, prepared by the developer and subject to the
approval of the Chief City Engineer;
c) All utilities, including power and telephone, must be provided underground;
d) The site development must provide for future direct vehicular connection
between the subject site and the adjacent property;
e) All disturbed areas of the site not occupied by buildings, driveways, walkways,
parking or loading areas must be landscaped by the developer, including a
minimum of 6 metres (20 feet) inside the front lot lines, and the landscaping must
also extend onto the City street right-of-way to the edge of the travelled street;
f) Access to the site, including the adjoining Lot 04-1 (Boston Pizza), from
McAllister Drive, is limited to a maximum of two driveways, and the exact location
of each driveway is subject to the approval of the Chief City Engineer;
g) The site must be consolidated with the adjoining Lot 04-1 to form a single lot or,
alternatively, appropriate agreements with respect to shared parking, access and
municipal service connections must be executed between the owners of the
subject site and Lot 04-1;
h) The site shall not be developed except in accordance with detailed site plans and
building elevation plans, prepared by the developer and subject to the approval
of the Development Officer, indicating the location of all buildings, parking areas,
driveways, loading areas, signs, exterior lighting, landscaped areas and other
site features;
i) The approved plans mentioned in conditions (b) and (h) above must be attached
to the application for building permit for the development, except that such plans
are not required for permit applications for site preparation and foundation only;
j) All site improvements as shown on the approved site and drainage plans, except
for landscaping, must be completed prior to the opening of the facility for
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business, and landscaping must be completed within one year of building permit
approval,
and further that upon the rezoning of the area, the land and any building or structure
thereon must be developed and used in conformity with the proposal and conditions
identified herein.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 100-684 A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-
zoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 1 hectare, located at 80 McAllister
Drive, also identified as being PID Number 55165807, from "1-1" Light Industrial to "SC"
Shopping Centre classification, be read a third time, enacted and the Corporate
Common Seal affixed thereto.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a third time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-684 A Law to
Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John".
8.3a) Troisieme lecture de la modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au
80, promenade McAllister
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson
QUE I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100-684
modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle
de terrain situee au 80, promenade McAllister, d'une superficie d'environ un (1) hectare
et portant Ie NID 55165807, afin de faire passer la designation s'y rapportant de zone
d'industrie legere << 1-1 >> a zone de centre commercial << SC >>, fasse I'objet d'une lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
L'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> est
lu integralement.
8.3b) Conditions imposees par I'article 39 visant Ie 80, promenade McAllister
Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
RESOLU qu'en vertu des dispositions de I'article 39
de la Loi sur I'urbanisme, I'amenagement propose aux fins commerciales d'une parcelle
de terrain situee au 80, promenade McAllister, d'une superficie d'environ un (1) hectare,
et portant Ie NID 55165807, soit assujetti aux conditions suivantes :
a) Ie promoteur doit asphalter toutes les aires de stationnement, les aires de
chargement et de man03uvre et toutes les voies d'acces et prevoir des bordures
de beton coulees sur place pour proteger les espaces paysagers et faciliter Ie
drainage;
b) Ie promoteur doit assurer des installations de drainage adequates conformement
a un plan de drainage detaille prepare par Ie promoteur et sujet a I'approbation
de I'ingenieur municipal en chef;
c) to utes les installations d'utilites publiques doivent etre installees sous-terre, y
compris les lignes d'energie electrique et les lignes telephoniques;
d) I'amenagement de I'emplacement do it prevoir, a I'avenir, un raccordement direct
pour la circulation de vehicules, entre I'emplacement en question et la propriete
adjacente;
e) Ie promoteur doit prevoir I'amenagement paysager des aires perturbees de
I'emplacement ou il n'y a pas de batiments, de voies d'acces, d'allees
pietonnieres, d'aires de stationnement ou de chargement, y compris un minimum
de 6 metres (20 pieds) a I'interieur de la limite frontale et, I'amenagement
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paysager do it se prolonger jusqu'au droit de passage municipal, a partir de la rue
jusqu'a la bordure de la partie frequentee de la rue;
f) I'acces au site depuis la promenade McAllister, y compris au lot adjacent nO 04-1
(Boston Pizza), se limite a deux voies d'acces et I'emplacement de chacune de
ces dernieres est assujetti a I'approbation de I'ingenieur municipal en chef;
g) ledit site doit etre jumele au lot adjacent nO 04-1 afin de ne creer qu'un seullot
ou, autrement, des ententes adequates doivent etre conclues entre les
proprietaires dudit emplacement et du lot nO 04-1, relativement au partage de
I'aire de stationnement, des voies d'acces et du branchement aux services
municipaux.
h) I'emplacement do it etre amenage conformement aux plans de situation et aux
plans d'elevation detailles, prepares par Ie promoteur et sujets a I'approbation de
I'agent d'amenagement, indiquant I'emplacement de tous les batiments, les aires
de stationnement, les voies d'acces, les aires de chargement, les affiches,
I'eclairage exterieur, les espaces paysagers et les autres caracteristiques de
I'emplacement;
i) les plans approuves mentionnes aux conditions b) et h) ci-dessus doivent
accompagner la demande d'un permis de construction relativement a
I'amenagement, a I'exception des demandes de permis qui ne vi sent que les
travaux de preparation du terrain et de la fondation, pour lesquels lesdits plans
ne sont pas exiges;
j) to utes les ameliorations indiquees sur les plans de situation et de drainage, sauf
I'amenagement paysager, doivent etre terminees avant I'ouverture de
I'emplacement aux fins commerciales et, I'amenagement paysager do it etre
termine dans un delai d'un an a compter de la date d'approbation du permis de
construire;
de plus, a la suite du rezonage du secteur, les terrains ainsi que tout batiment ou
construction qui s'y trouvent, doivent etre amenages et utilises conformement a la
proposition et aux conditions qui y sont stipulees.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100-
684 modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une
parcelle de terrain situee au 80, promenade McAllister, d'une superficie d'environ un
(1) hectare et portant Ie NID 55165807, afin de faire passer la designation s'y rapportant
de zone d'industrie legere << 1-1 >> a zone de centre commercial << SC >>, fasse I'objet
d'une troisieme lecture, que ledit arrete so it edicte et que Ie sceau communal y so it
appose.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Troisieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule <<Arrete nO C.P. 100-684 modifiant I'arrete
sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>.
9.1 Saint John Arts Centre Submission of Financial Statement
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the letter from Betty Tompkins,
Chairperson of the Saint John Arts Centre Inc., submitting the 2004 Financial Statement
and an update on the growth and development of the Centre; and thanking Council for
their support in allowing the Centre to continue its mandate until the year 2008, be
received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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9.1 Presentation des etats financiers du centre des arts de Saint John
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Betty Tompkins,
presidente du centre des arts de Saint John, accompagnee des etats financiers de 2004
et une mise a jour relative a la croissance et a I'evolution du centre et, remerciant Ie
conseil de son appui voulant que Ie centre exerce son mandat jusqu'a 2008, soit
acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9.2 Proposed Subdivision - 80 McAllister Drive
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that as recommended by the Planning
Advisory Committee, Common Council assent to the proposed subdivision of the subject
site at 80 McAllister Drive (PID 55165807) with respect to the proposed widening of the
McAllister Drive right-of-way along the frontage of Lots 04-1 and 05-1, together with any
required municipal services easements and public utility easements.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9.2 Lotissement propose au 80, promenade McAllister
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie Comite
consultatif d'urbanisme, Ie conseil communal approuve Ie lotissement propose du terrain
situe au 80, promenade McAllister (NID 55165807) relativement a I'elargissement
eventuel du droit de passage situe sur la promenade McAllister et longeant la limite
frontale des lots 04-1 et 05-1, ainsi que toute servitude aux fins de services municipaux
ou d'utilite publique.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9.3 Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission - Auditor's Report and 2004
Financial Statements
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that the letter from Jack Keir, General
Manager, Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission submitting the Financial Statements
and Auditor's Report for the year ended December 31, 2004, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9.3 Rapport du verificateur et etats financiers de 2004 de la Commission de
gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Jack Keir, directeur
general de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy,
accompagnee des etats financiers et du rapport du verificateur pour I'exercice financier
se terminant Ie 31 decembre, so it acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9.4 Request of P.R.O. Kids to Present 2004 Annual Report
On motion of Councillor White
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Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the letter from Amy Schnare,
Manager, P.R.O. Kids, requesting an opportunity to present to Council the 2004 Annual
Report for the P.R.O. Kids Program on April 25,2005, be referred to the Common Clerk
to schedule the presentation.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9.4 Demande rec;ue de P.R.O. Kids visant a presenter son rapport annuel
de 2004
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
QUE la lettre de demande reyue de Amy Schnare,
directrice de I'organisme P.R.O. Kids, visant a presenter au conseil, Ie 25 avril 2005, Ie
rapport annuel de 2004 relatif au programme P.R.O. Kids, soit transmise au greffier
communal pour fixer la date de presentation.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9.5 Saint John Board of Police Commissioners Report Regarding Traffic
Complaint of Ann Edgett
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Tait
RESOLVED that the letter from the Saint John
Police Commission responding to Council's referral of February 28, 2005 regarding a
traffic complaint from a Carmarthen Street resident, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
9.5 Rapport presente par Ie Bureau des commissaires de police relatif a la
plainte rec;ue de Ann Edgett visant la circulation
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Tait
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de la Commission de
police de Saint John en reponse a la correspondance transmise par Ie conseille
28 fevrier 2005 relative a une plainte visant la circulation, reyue d'une residente de la rue
Carmarthen, so it acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9.6 City of Saint John Pension Plan - 2004 Annual Report
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that the 2004 Annual Report of The
City of Saint John Pension Plan, be received for information.
Mayor McFarlane provided Council with an overview of the work that has been
completed to date and what is presently underway by the Board of Trustees concerning
the status of the Plan.
Councillor Farren questioned his legal obligation as a member of Council; what Council
is responsible for with regard to the report; and what impact the last two buyouts for
employees had on the Plan.
Referring to the City Manager's report on funding options for the unfunded liability, which
was tabled at Council's meeting of March 29th, Councillor Tait expressed concern that
Council is not taking the advice of its professional staff and suggested that Council rely
on the recommendations of staff.
Councillor Ferguson advised that Council has clearly admitted it is not an expert in this
area and referenced the following November 22, 2004 resolution "resolved Common
Council acknowledges the Disclosure of Interest filed by each of the City Manager, the
Commissioner of Finance, the Deputy City Manager/Common Clerk and the City
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Solicitor relating to The City of Saint John Pension Plan and further, requests such
advice as each might provide with respect to that plan". Councillor Ferguson stated that
he and Councillor Farren have received Canadian Corporate Legal Counsel advising
that this action means that they have admitted they are not experts and have increased
their liability with respect to the Pension Plan; and pointed out it also means that
Common Council's liability has increased in addition to Councillor's individual liability.
Expressing the opinion that these are serious legal issues, Councillor Ferguson urged
Council to go into Closed Session at this time to deal with agenda item #4, Access to
Independent, Disinterested and Expert Advice 10.2(4)(f).
Responding to a question raised by Councillor Court, Mr. Beckett advised that
approximately 50 employees took the buyout in 2002 and explained that he would
request the actuary for the financial impact of these buyouts on the Plan's solvency and
going-concern deficit. During discussion Mr. Woods advised that Council is responsible
to fund the Pension Plan, as it is presently set out, and the Trustees are responsible to
look out for the best interest of the beneficiaries.
Referencing the Canadian Corporate Legal Counsel advice which he received,
Councillor Ferguson stated that all legal, actuary and audit services must be third party.
Expressing concern that Council has not had any independent discussions with the
auditors, Councillor Ferguson referenced Section 5751 of the Canadian Institute of
Chartered Accountants handbook which he stated suggests that independent
discussions be held with an audit committee. Councillor Ferguson stressed that Council
has a fiduciary responsibility and because of that, there are new standards and
regulations that must be followed and urged Council, once again, to go into Closed
Session to deal with agenda item #4 at which time he would provide further information
for consideration.
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the 2004 Annual Report of The
City of Saint John Pension Plan, be tabled.
Question being taken, the tabling motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that item #4, Access to Independent,
Disinterested and Expert Advice 10.2(4)(f), be brought forward for consideration at this
time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
4. Access to Independent, Disinterested and Expert Advice 10.2(4)(f)
Mr. Nugent reviewed his report regarding the following three components of advice that
Council should consider when dealing with issues: (1) independent advice; (2) conflict
and disinterestedness; and (3) expert advice. Mr. Nugent explained that the
Municipalities Act explicitly anticipates that a Council may wish, despite the presence of
a conflict, to seek the advice of its senior officers and pointed out that instance could
arise when Council seeks the advice of a senior officer when this individual might
express the view that they are too close to the situation and subsequently would suggest
that outside advice be acquired. Mr. Nugent commented regarding the two resolutions
provided in his report and assured Council that the advice required to make informed
decisions on issues is available, and that senior staff will ensure that outside expertise is
also available if required.
Councillor Ferguson expressed the view that there is not third party independence in the
two resolutions proposed by the City Solicitor. Discussion continued with Councillor
Ferguson stressing that Council has the fiduciary responsibility with regard to the
governance role of staff in the management of the Pension Plan combined with the
approximate $40 million shortfall, which in his opinion, presents a conflict of interest and
a tremendous legal conundrum between staff and Common Council in respect of
Council's own obligations and responsibility as sponsor of the Pension Plan. Councillor
Ferguson questioned why staff put a safe legal distance between themselves and
Council by declaring a conflict of interest and noted this should be respected and not
confused with the previously mentioned report from the City Solicitor; and stressed that
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advice needs to be completely third party. He commented that the suggestion that these
individuals can now withdraw their declaration of conflict of interest and give unfettered
guidance to Council, in his opinion was, initiated by his statement that their action had
substantially increased the legal liability of Council and its individual members.
Councillor Ferguson stated that the legal impact of this action would expose the same
consequence, in legal terms, as the action of Martha Stewart removing the computer link
to the stock for which she was under investigation, noting it was this action that
compounded the original action. He continued, referencing an unsubmitted document
stating that equally a lawyer handling a case against the Pension Plan would have just
as much leeway in handling this action; and commented this situation would have similar
consequences on Common Council. It was pointed out by Councillor Ferguson that the
same individuals that could guide Council with regard to obligations and responsibilities
walked away from the legal opinion of Mr. Ronald Pink who had advised the Pension
Board that funds were recoverable from a doctor's insurance policy, who breached his
fiduciary duty to the Pension Plan. Councillor Ferguson advised that he has been told
by senior legal counsel that there is evidence of gross negligence.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that The City of Saint John Pension
Board provide the following information to Common Council immediately - any and all
advice received internally or externally with respect to legal, actuary, auditing,
consulting from the years 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003 and specifically the letter from Mr.
Ronald Pink which appeared in the Telegraph Journal March 2, 2005.
A lengthy discussion followed with Deputy Mayor Hooton, Councillors Tait, Titus and
White advising they would not support the proposed motion and referenced the options
outlined in the City Manager's report; to which Councillor Ferguson expressed the
opinion that the actuary, and auditor for the Pension Plan are not third party and stated,
by law, you must have third party. Commenting with regard to fiduciary responsibility,
Councillor Ferguson referred to the case Hembruff versus Ontario, which involved the
Outside Municipal Employees Retirement Board; and stated whoever owns fiduciary
duty wholly depends on who exercises the discretionary power which in the case for
Saint John is Common Council; and stressed that employers should understand that
delegating responsibility for pension plans to a third party administrator will not relieve
the employer of their fiduciary responsibility or liabilities and emphasized his opinion that
third party advice is required.
Responding to a question from Councillor Chase, Mr. Beckett advised that Ernst &
Young are independent as the auditors of the Pension Plan; and advised that with the
new independence guidelines in place they could not take on any related duties with
regard to the Pension Plan.
Question being taken, the motion was lost with Deputy Mayor Hooton,
and Councillors Chang, Chase, McGuire, Tait, Titus and White voting nay.
On motion of Councillor Chase
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the City Manager's report
regarding The City of Saint John Pension Plan which was tabled at Council's meeting of
March 29, 2005, be lifted from the table, and placed on the agenda for the next open
session of Common Council.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that Mr. Beckett provide Common
Council with a report detailing the number of employees that received the buyout in 2002
and what effect this had on the Pension Plan's going-concern and solvency, including
advice that Council was given at the time on this matter.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Councillor Chang withdrew from the meeting.)
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9.6 Rapport annuel de 2004 relatif au regime de retraite de The City of Saint
John
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que Ie rapport annuel de 2004 relatif au
regime de retraite de The City of Saint John soit accepte a titre informatif.
Le maire McFarlane presente au conseil un aperyu du travail qui a ete accompli jusqu'a
maintenant et les demarches qu'entreprend a I'heure actuelle la Commission des
administrateurs relativement a la situation dudit regime.
Le conseiller Farren remet en question ses obligations civiles en tant que membre du
conseil. Quelles sont les obligations du conseil relativement au rapport? Comment les
deux derniers programmes d'indemnites pour depart volontaire ont-ils touche les
employes?
Se reportant au rapport presente par Ie directeur general relatif aux modes de
financement visant Ie passif non capitalise, etudie au cours de la seance du conseil
tenue Ie 29 mars, Ie conseiller Tait exprime ses inquietudes, a savoir que Ie conseil ne
respecte pas les avis formules par ses employes professionnels et suggere que Ie
conseil se fie sur les recommandations du personnel.
Le conseiller Ferguson constate que Ie conseil a affirme clairement qu'il ne possede
aucune expertise dans ce domaine et cite la resolution suivante adoptee Ie
22 novembre 2004 : << RESOLU que Ie conseil communal reconnaisse la divulgation des
interets deposee individuellement par Ie directeur general, Ie commissaire aux finances,
Ie directeur general adjoint/greffier communal et I'avocat municipal, relativement au
regime de retraite de The City of Saint John et, de plus, que lui soient transmis les
renseignements fournis relatifs audit regime >>. Le conseiller Ferguson affirme que Ie
conseiller Farren et lui-meme ont consulte l'Association canadienne des conseillers
juridiques d'entreprises qui les a avises qu'en vertu des demarches susmentionnees, ils
ont admis ne pas detenir d'expertise et que leur responsabilite est en consequence
aggravee en vertu du regime de retraite; et il souligne que la responsabilite du conseil
communal est egalement aggravee ainsi que la responsabilite individuelle des
conseillers. Affirmant qu'a son sens, il s'agit de questions juridiques graves, Ie conseiller
Ferguson insiste que Ie conseil se retire en seance privee a ce moment afin de traiter Ie
point nO 4 a I'ordre du jour, Acces aux conseils d'experts independants et desinteresses
10.2(4)f).
En reponse a une question sou levee par Ie conseiller Court, M. Beckett affirme
qu'environ 50 employes ont accepte Ie programme d'indemnites pour depart volontaire
en 2002 et explique qu'il demandera a I'actuaire de fournir des details relatifs aux
incidences financieres de telles indemnites touchant la solvabilite et Ie deficit a long
terme du regime. Au cours des discussions, M. Woods indique que Ie conseil est
responsable du financement du regime de retraite, tel qu'il est etabli a I'heure actuelle et
les administrateurs sont responsables de s'assurer des meilleurs interets des
beneficiaires.
Se reportant aux conseils reyus de l'Association canadienne des conseillers juridiques
d'entreprises, Ie conseiller Ferguson affirme que tous les services de nature juridique,
actuarielle ou verificative doivent emaner de tierces parties. Exprimant ses inquietudes
voulant que Ie conseil n'ait procede a aucune discussion independante avec les
verificateurs, Ie conseiller Ferguson cite I'article 5751 du Guide du praticien de l'lnstitut
canadien des comptables agrees qui, a son avis, precise que des discussions
independantes doivent avoir lieu avec Ie comite de verification. Le conseiller Ferguson
insiste que Ie conseil est investi de la responsabilite fiduciaire et, par consequent, de
nouvelles normes et de nouveaux reglements doivent etre respectes. II recommande au
conseil une fois de plus de se retirer en seance privee afin de traiter du point nO 4 et,
qu'a ce moment-la, il presentera de I'information supplementaire aux fins d'etude.
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que Ie rapport annuel de 2004 relatif au
regime de retraite de The City of Saint John soit reporte.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition visant a reporter I'examen de cette
question est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
RESOLU que Ie point nO 4, Acces aux conseils
d'experts independants et desinteresses, alinea 10.2(4)f), soit examine des maintenant.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
4. Acces aux conseils d'experts independants et desinteresses 10.2(4)f)
M. Nugent passe en revue son rapport relatif aux trois volets d'avis suivants, aux fins
d'etude par Ie conseil, dans Ie but de traiter de telles questions: 1) avis independant; 2)
conflit et desinteret; 3) avis d'expert. M. Nugent explique que la Loi sur les municipalites
prevoit formellement qu'un conseil peut, nonobstant la presence d'une situation de
conflits d'interets, recourir a I'avis formule par ses dirigeants superieurs et souligne
qu'une situation pourrait se presenter dans Ie cas ou Ie conseil demanderait I'avis d'un
dirigeant superieur et que ce dernier indiquerait qu'a son sens, il est trop pres de la
situation et, par consequent, des conseils externes seraient preferables. M. Nugent
mentionne les deux resolutions formulees dans son rapport et assure Ie conseil que
I'avis necessaire pour la prise de decisions eclairees sur une question est accessible et
que les cadres superieurs s'assureront de la disponibilite de conseils aupres d'experts
externes lorsqu'ils seront juges necessaires.
Le conseiller Ferguson exprime I'opinion que les deux resolutions presentees par
I'avocat municipal ne com portent aucun conseil independant provenant d'un tiers. Une
discussion s'ensuit et Ie conseiller Ferguson affirme que Ie conseil est investi de la
responsabilite fiduciaire, eu egard au role d'administration qu'assument les employes
relativement a la gestion du regime de retraite, et ce, associe a une somme deficitaire
d'environ 40 millions de dollars qui, a son sens, presente une situation de conflits
d'interets et une enigme juridique considerable entre les employes et Ie conseil
communal relativement aux propres obligations du conseil et a sa responsabilite en tant
qu'administrateur du regime de retraite. Le conseiller Ferguson met en doute les motifs
qui ont mene les employes a introduire un ecart legitime de securite entre eux et Ie
conseil en declarant la presence d'une situation de conflits d'interets et indique que cette
demarche do it etre respectee et non pas confondue avec Ie rapport susmentionne
presente par I'avocat municipal et, souligne que I'avis do it provenir integralement d'une
tierce partie. II indique que la suggestion que ces personnes puissent maintenant retirer
leur declaration relative a une situation de conflits d'interets et aviser librement Ie
conseil, a son avis, resulte des propos qu'il a formules, a savoir que leurs actes ont
augmente de fayon significative la responsabilite civile du conseil ainsi que la
responsabilite individuelle des membres.
Le conseiller Ferguson affirme que les incidences juridiques de ces actes entralneraient
les memes consequences judiciaires que I'acte qu'avait pose Martha Stewart lorsqu'elle
retirait Ie lien informatique conduisant aux actions en vertu desquelles une enquete avait
ete entamee contre elle, et indique que Ie present acte avait aggrave I'acte original. II
poursuit en se reportant a un document non presente, et indique que, de la meme
maniere, un avocat qui serait saisi d'un dossier contre Ie regime de retraite aurait autant
de liberte d'action pour traiter cette affaire et avoue que la presente situation entralnerait
des consequences semblables sur Ie conseil communal. Le conseiller Ferguson
souligne que les personnes autorisees a aviser Ie conseil relativement a ses obligations
et responsabilites ont neglige de respecter I'avis juridique presente par Me Ronald Pink
aux administrateurs du regime de retraite voulant que certains fonds etaient
recuperables en vertu d'une police d'assurance souscrite par un medecin qui avait viole
ses devoirs fiduciaires envers Ie regime de retraite. Le conseiller Ferguson affirme qu'un
conseiller juridique principallui avait revele qu'il existe des motifs de negligence grave.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que la Commission des pensions de The
City of Saint John transmette immediatement I'information suivante au conseil
communal: tout avis formule, so it a I'interne, soit a I'externe, relatif au droit, a I'actuariat,
a la verification et a la consultation, au cours des annees 2000, 2001, 2002 et 2003 et,
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plus particulierement, copie de la lettre reyue de Me Ronald Pink, parue dans Ie
Telegraph Journal Ie 2 mars 2005.
Une longue discussion s'ensuit et Ie maire suppleant Hooton, les conseillers Tait, Titus
et White indiquent qu'ils n'appuient pas la proposition presentee et se reportent aux
options soulignees dans Ie rapport du directeur general. Le conseiller Ferguson indique
qu'a son sens, I'actuaire et Ie verificateur du regime de retraite ne sont pas des tiers et
constate qu'en vertu de la loi, une tierce partie est exigee. Se prononyant sur la
question de I'obligation fiduciaire, Ie conseiller Ferguson cite I'arret Hembruff c. Ontario,
qui traite de la commission de retraite des employes municipaux externes. II confirme
que la personne chargee des devoirs fiduciaires se fie entierement sur I'entite qui exerce
Ie pouvoir discretionnaire, en I'occurrence, Ie conseil communal de Saint John. II
souligne que I'employeur do it com prendre que la delegation de responsabilite a un
administrateur tiers, relativement au regime de retraite, ne degage pas I'employeur de
ses obligations et responsabilites fiduciaires et insiste que, selon lui, I'avis d'un tiers est
exige.
En reponse a une question formulee par Ie conseiller Chase, M. Beckett affirme que les
verificateurs du regime de retraite, Ernst & Young, sont independants. II indique que vu
la mise en 03uvre de nouvelles lignes directrices relatives a I'independance, ces derniers
ne pourraient pas assumer des taches reliees au regime de retraite.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est rejetee. Le maire suppleant Hooton et
les conseillers Chang, Chase, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White votent contre.
Proposition du conseiller Chase
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que Ie rapport presente par Ie directeur
general relatif au regime de retraite de The City of Saint John, qui a ete reporte lors de la
reunion du conseil tenue Ie 29 mars 2005, soit soumis aux fins de discussion et inscrit a
I'ordre du jour de la prochaine seance publique du conseil communal.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que M. Beckett transmette au conseil
communal un rapport precisant Ie nombre d'employes qui ont accepte Ie programme
d'indemnites pour depart volontaire en 2002 et les incidences de ce programme sur la
continuation et la solvabilite du regime de retraite, y compris les avis prodigues au
conseil a ce moment-Ia relativement a cette affaire.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le conseiller Chang quitte la reunion.)
10.1 Letter from Brendan Sheehan Requesting Sponsorship
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the letter from Brendan Sheehan
requesting sponsorship to attend the annual World University Services of Canada in
Burkina Faso, a third world country in West Africa, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.1 Lettre de demande rec;ue de Brendan Sheehan relative a une subvention
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que la lettre de demande reyue de
Brendan Sheehan relative a une subvention afin de pouvoir assister au congres annuel
de l'Entraide universitaire mondiale du Canada qui aura lieu a Burkina Faso, un pays du
tiers-monde situe en Afrique de l'Ouest, so it acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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10.2 Saint John Construction Information Centre Inc. Request for Early
Approval of the City Budget for Tendering Purposes
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the letter from Carol Armstrong,
General Manager of the Saint John Construction Information Centre Inc. requesting that
Common Council approve the City budget by October 15th of each year enabling
competitive bidding and benefiting contractors and The City of Saint John, be received
for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.2 Demande d'approbation anticipee rec;ue du Centre d'information sur la
construction de Saint John Inc. relative au budget municipal aux fins de
soumission
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que la lettre de demande reyue de Carol
Armstrong, directrice generale du Centre d'information sur la construction de Saint John
Inc., voulant que Ie conseil communal approuve Ie budget municipal au plus tard Ie
15 octobre de chaque annee afin d'encourager la concurrence en matiere de soumission
et par consequent avantager les entrepreneurs et The City of Saint John, so it acceptee
a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.3 Letters on LNG Tax Concession
(a) George Vair
(b) Saint John Construction Information Centre
(c) International Brotherhood of Boilermakers - Iron Ship Builders
(d) Canadian Federation of Independent Business
(e) Frank Rodgers
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the above noted letters against
and in support of the LNG Tax Concession, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.3 Lettres relatives a I'allegement fiscal visant Ie terminal de gaz naturel
liquefie
a) George Vaire
b) Centre d'information sur la construction de Saint John
c) Fraternite internationale des chaudronniers et constructeurs de
navires de fer
d) Federation canadienne de I'entreprise independante
e) Frank Rodgers
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que les lettres susmentionnees, en
opposition ou en faveur de I'allegement fiscal visant Ie terminal de gaz liquefie, soient
acceptees a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.4 Letter from Bob Lawson Objecting to Smoking at the Stu Hurley Arena
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor White
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RESOLVED that the letter from Bob Lawson
expressing concern regarding second hand smoke in the dressing room of the Stu
Hurley Arena, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.4 Lettre rec;ue de Bob Lawson s'opposant au tabagisme a I'arena Stu Hurley
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Bob Lawson
exprimant ses inquietudes relatives a la fumee secondaire dans Ie vestiaire de I'arena
Stu Hurley, so it acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.5 Letter from William and Cony Brienza Regarding Richmond Street
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the letter from William and Cony
Brienza expressing concern regarding the area east of Richmond Street between
Waterloo and Prince Edward Street, be referred to the Saint John Police Commission.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.5 Lettre rec;ue de William et Cony Brienza relative a la rue Richmond
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de William et Cony
Brienza exprimant leurs inquietudes relatives aux lieux situes a I'est de la rue Richmond,
entre les rues Waterloo et Prince, soit transmise a la Commission de police de Saint
John.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.6 Request from Saint John Port Authority for Sponsorship for Port Days
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that the request for a donation from
the Saint John Port Authority in conjunction with Saint John Port Days be approved for
$1,500.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.6 Sollicitation d'une subvention de la part de l'Administration portuaire de
Saint John
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que la sollicitation d'un don de la part de
l'Administration portuaire de Saint John, conjointement avec les Journees portuaires de
Saint John, soit approuvee, et que Ie don s'eleve a 1 500 $.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.7 Letter from Eric Teed Regarding Brand and Logo used by the City
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the letter from Eric Teed
concerning the Brand and Logo used by The City of Saint John, be received for
information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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10.7 Lettre rec;ue de Eric Teed relative a la marque de commerce et du logo de la
ville
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Eric Teed
relative a la marque de commerce et du logo utilises par The City of Saint John, so it
acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.9 Letter from Eric Teed Regarding Possible Cutback in Canada Revenue
Services
On motion of Councillor Farren
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that the letter from Eric Teed
expressing concern that there may be material cutbacks in services provided by the
Canada Revenue Agency located on Prince William Street, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.9 Lettre rec;ue de Eric Teed relative aux coupures eventuelles visant les
services de Revenu Canada
Proposition du conseiller Farren
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Eric Teed
exprimant ses inquietudes visant certaines coupures importantes prevues relativement
aux services offerts par l'Agence du revenu du Canada situe sur la rue Prince William,
so it acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.10 Letter from Eric Teed Advising of NB Historical Society's Appointments to
Fort Latour Development Authority
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the letter from Eric Teed advising
of New Brusnwick Historical Society's appointments to the Fort LaTour Development
Authority, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.10 Lettre rec;ue de Eric Teed relative aux nominations de la Societe historique
du Nouveau-Brunswick au comite pour la mise en valeur de Fort LaTour
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Eric Teed
confirmant les nominations de la Societe historique du Nouveau-Brunswick au comite
pour la mise en valeur de Fort LaTour, soit acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.11 CGA NB Request for Sponsorship - Annual General Meeting CGA Canada
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the letter from Margaret Gillan,
Co-chair, Conference Committee, Certified General Accountants 2005 Conference
requesting sponsorship, be referred to the City Manager.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.11 Demande rec;ue de CGA-NB relative a une subvention - assemblee
generale annuelle de CGA-Canada
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que la lettre de demande de commandite
reyue de Margaret Gillan, co-presidente du comite des congres, relativement au congres
annuel de 2005 de l'Association des comptables generaux accredites, soit transmise au
directeur general.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.12 Letter from Ardeth Holmes objecting to Parking System on Duke Street
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the letter from Ardeth Holmes
objecting to the parking system on Duke Street, be received for information
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor Titus
RESOLVED that a hearing be scheduled for the
Committee of the Whole meeting on April 25, 2005 with regard to item #5 Personnel
Matter 10.2(4)0).
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.12 Lettre rec;ue de Ardeth Holmes s'opposant au systeme de stationnement de
la rue Duke
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Ardeth Holmes
s'opposant au systeme de stationnement de la rue Duke, soit acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus
RESOLU qu'une audience soit prevue lors de la
seance du comite plenier prevue Ie 25 avril 2005 relativement au point nO 5, sujets
touchant Ie personnel, alinea 10.2(4)j).
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Adiournment
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 11 :00 p.m.
Cloture de la reunion
Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 23 h.
Assistant Common Clerk/Greffiere communale adjointe