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2005-08-29_Minutes--Procès-verbal 91-696 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN CITY HALL -AUGUST 29,2005 -7:00 P.M. present Norman McFarlane, Mayor Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus and White - and - 1. Totten, City Manager; 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; P. Woods, Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk REUNION DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 29 AOOT 2005 a 19 H Sont presents: Norman McFarlane, maire Ie maire suppleant Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White et 1. Totten, directeur general; 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; P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe. 1.1 Meeting Called To Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order with Father Joe Arsenault offering the opening prayer. 1.1 Ouverture de la seance et priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane, et Ie pere Joe Arsenault recite la priere d'ouverture. 1.2 Approval of Minutes On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on August 15, 2005 be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Councillor Court requested an update on the issue of assignment of the lease from Mega Enterprises Inc. to Ready John Inc. at 154 Germain Street West which Council did not approve on August 15, 2005, with Mr. Baird advising that the issue is presently being followed up. 1.2 Approbation du proces-verbal de la derniere reunion Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie proces-verbal de la reunion du conseil communal tenue Ie 15 aout 2005 soit approuve. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-697 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Le conseiller Court demande une mise a jour relativement a la cession de bail visant Ie 154, rue Germain Ouest, de Mega Enterprises Inc. a Ready John Inc., laquelle cession n'a pas ete autorisee Ie 15 aout 2005 et M. Baird indique que la question fait I'objet d'une etude a I'heure actuelle. 1.3 Approval of Agenda On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Ferguson RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be approved, with the addition of 1.6, Fire Board of Arbitration Appointee, and item 10.2 moved to 1.7. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 1.3 Adoption de I'ordre du jour Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson RESOLU que I'ordre du jour de la presente reunion so it adopte moyennant I'ajout du point nO 1.6, nomination pour sieger au conseil d'arbitrage du service d'incendie, et que Ie point nO 10.2 soit examine simultanement avec Ie point nO 1.7. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 1.4 Proclamations The Mayor proclaimed September 9, 2005 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Day and the month of September Arthritis Awareness Month and Big Brothers Big Sisters Month in the City of Saint John. 1.4 Proclamations Le maire declare que Ie 9 septembre 2005 est la journee de sensibilisation au syndrome d'alcoolisme f03tal et que Ie mois de septembre est Ie mois de sensibilisation a la maladie d'Alzheimer et aux Grandes S03urs dans The City of Saint John. 1.5 Members' Comments The Mayor and several Councillors commented on community events. 1.5 Commentaires presentes par les membres Le maire et plusieurs conseillers discutent de diverses activites communautaires. 1.6 Fire Board of Arbitration Appointee On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, a letter be sent to IAFF Local 771 advising that the City does not support the use of a single arbitrator in the matter of the "fit test" grievance and instead would like to proceed with the appointment of a Board of Arbitration in accordance with Article 21 :07 of the collective agreement between the parties. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 1.6 Conseil d'arbitrage du service d'incendie Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, une lettre soit expediee a la section locale 771 de I'IAFF affirmant que la ville s'oppose a la voie de recours a un seul arbitre en matiere de griefs relatifs aux essais d'ajustement qualitatif et qu'elle desire plutot proceder a la nomination d'un conseil d'arbitrage conformement au paragraphe 21 :07 de la convention collective entre les parties. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-698 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 10.2 Request of Saint John Sea Dogs to Present 1.7 Presentation - Sea Dogs Wayne Long, President of Saint John Sea Dogs and Mike McGraw, Vice President presented an update on the new hockey franchise of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League with Harbour Station as its home base. 10.2 Demande presentee par I'equipe Sea Dogs de Saint John visant a se presenter devant Ie conseil 1.7 Presentation par I'equipe Sea Dogs Wayne Long, president de I'equipe Sea Dogs de Saint John et Mike McGraw, vice- president, presentent une mise a jour relative a la nouvelle franchise de hockey de la ligue de hockey junior majeur du Quebec, ayant son port d'attache a Harbour Station. 2.2 Presentation- Canadian Country Music Association On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the request of the Organizing Committee of the CCMA Saint John 2006, requesting funding in the amount of $60,000. to host the Canadian Country Music Association Convention and Award Show to be held September 8-11, 2006, be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2.2 Presentation par l'Association canadienne de musique country (ACMC) Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que la demande presentee par Ie comite organisateur de I'ACMC, Saint John 2006, relative au financement d'un montant de 60 000 $ pour presenter Ie congres et Ie gala des prix prevus du 8 au 11 septembre 2006, so it transmise au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 4.1 (a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment -536-538 Dunn Avenue The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed Zoning By-law amendment to re-zone a parcel of land with an area of approximately 740 square metres located at 536-538 Dunn Ave., also identified as PID Number 00391136 from "R-1 B" One Family Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to recognize an existing two-family dwelling as a permitted use as requested by Celyn Robertson. 4.1 (b) Planning Advisory Committee Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at its August 23, 2005 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval of the proposal; and recommending that Common Council approve the application to re-zone a parcel of land with an area of approximately 740 square metres located at 536-538 Dunn Ave., also identified as PID Number 00391136 from "R-1 B" One Family Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to recognize an existing two-family dwelling as a permitted use as requested by Celyn Robertson. 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 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 with an area of approximately 740 square metres located at 536-538 Dunn Ave., also identified as PID Number 00391136 from "R-1 B" One Family Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential classification be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 91-699 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 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 Deputy Mayor Hooton 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 with an area of approximately 740 square metres located at 536-538 Dunn Ave., also identified as PID Number 00391136 from "R-1 B" One Family Residential to "R-2" One and Two Family Residential 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". 4.1 a) Projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au 536-538, avenue Dunn Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement a la modification proposee de I'arrete sur Ie zonage afin de rezoner une parcelle de terrain situee au 536-538, avenue Dunn, d'une superficie d'environ 740 metres carres et portant Ie NID 00391136 afin de la faire passer de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales << R-1 B >> a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >> pour reconnaitre I'existence d'une habitation bifamiliale en tant qu'usage permis, a la demande de Celyn Robertson. 4.1 b) Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'une copie d'un rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie lors de la reunion du 23 aout 2005 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'approuver la proposition; et recommandation voulant que Ie conseil communal approuve la demande de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 536-538, avenue Dunn, d'une superficie d'environ 740 metres carres et portant Ie NID 00391136 afin de la faire passer de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales << R-1 B >> a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >> pour reconnaitre I'existence d'une habitation bifamiliale en tant qu'usage permis, ala demande de Celyn Robertson. 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 Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 740 metres carres situee au 536- 538, avenue Dunn, et portant Ie NID 00391136, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales << R-1 B >> a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >>, 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 maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 740 metres carres situee au 536- 538, avenue Dunn, et portant Ie NID 00391136, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales << R-1 B >> a zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 >>, 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 >>. 91-700 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 4.2(a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment -140 Alma Street East The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed Zoning By-law amendment to re-zone a parcel of land with an area of approximately 1170 square metres, located at 140 Alma Street East, also identified as being PID Number 00347716, from "R-4" Four Family Residential to "TH" Townhouse classification, to construct a six-unit townhouse building as requested by Stewart Chaisson 4.2(b) Planning Advisory Committee Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at its July 26, 2005 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval of the proposal; and recommending that Common Council approve the application to re-zone a parcel of land with an area of approximately 1170 square metres, located at 140 Alma Street East, also identified as being PID Number 00347716, from "R-4" Four Family Residential to "TH" Townhouse classification, to construct a six-unit townhouse building as requested by Stewart Chaisson, pursuant to Section 39 conditions. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with Stewart Chaisson, the applicant advocating on behalf of the project. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton 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 with an area of approximately 1170 square metres, located at 140 Alma Street East, also identified as being PID Number 00347716, from "R-4" Four Family Residential to "TH" Townhouse 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 Deputy Mayor Hooton 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 with an area of approximately 1170 square metres, located at 140 Alma Street East, also identified as being PID Number 00347716, from "R-4" Four Family Residential to "TH" Townhouse 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". 4.2a) Projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au 140, rue Alma Est Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement a la modification proposee de I'arrete sur Ie zonage visant a rezoner une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 1 170 metres carres situee au 140, rue Alma Est et portant Ie NID 00347716 pour faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >> a zone d'habitations en rangee << TH >>, afin de permettre la construction d'un immeuble comprenant six maisons en rangee, a la demande de Stewart Chaisson. 4.2b) Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'une copie d'un rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie lors de la reunion du 26 juillet 2005 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'approuver la proposition; et recommandation 91-701 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 voulant que Ie conseil communal approuve la demande de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 1 170 metres carres situee au 140, rue Alma Est et portant Ie NID 00347716 pour faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >> a zone de maisons en rangee << TH >>, afin de permettre la construction d'un immeuble comprenant six maisons en rangee, a la demande de Stewart Chaisson, sous reserve des conditions imposees par I'article 39. Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition quant au rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite les membres du public a exprimer son soutien quant au rezonage, ce que fait Stewart Chaisson, Ie demandeur, preconisant ledit projet. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, visant a modifier Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 1 170 metres carres, situee au 140, rue Alma Est et portant Ie NID 00347716, pour faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >> a zone de maisons en rangee << TH >>, 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 maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, visant a modifier Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 1 170 metres carres, situee au 140, rue Alma Est et portant Ie NID 00347716, pour faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >> a zone de maisons en rangee << TH >>, 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 >>. 4.3(a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment -79-81 Red Head Road The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed Zoning By-law amendment to re-zone a parcel of land with an area of approximately 800 square metres located at 79-81 Red Head Rd., also identified as PID Number 00344119 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential to allow for the continued use of the property with a four-unit apartment building as requested by Frederick Corscadden 4.3(b) Planning Advisory Committee Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at its August 23, 2005 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval of the proposal; and recommending that Common Council approve the application to re-zone a parcel of land with an area of approximately 800 square metres located at 79-81 Red Head Rd., also identified as PID Number 00344119 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential to allow for the continued use of the property with a four-unit apartment building as requested by Frederick Corscadden 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 Frederick Corscadden, the applicant advising that he agrees with the Planning Advisory Committee's recommendation. 91-702 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton 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 with an area of approximately 800 square metres located at 79-81 Red Head Rd., also identified as PID Number 00344119 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential 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 Deputy Mayor Hooton 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 with an area of approximately 800 square metres located at 79-81 Red Head Rd., also identified as PID Number 00344119 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential 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". 4.3a) Projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au 79-81, chemin Red Head Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement a la modification proposee de I'arrete sur Ie zonage en vue de modifier Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 79-81, chemin Red Head, d'une superficie d'environ 800 metres carres et portant Ie NID 00344119, afin de la faire passer de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >>, pour permettre de poursuivre I'usage actuel d'un immeuble a quatre logements sur la propriete, a la demande de Frederick Corscadden. 4.3b) Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'une copie d'un rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie lors de la reunion du 23 aout 2005 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'approuver la proposition; et recommandation voulant que Ie conseil approuve la demande de zonage en vue de modifier Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 79-81, chemin Red Head, d'une superficie d'environ 800 metres carres et portant Ie NID 00344119, afin de la faire passer de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >>, pour permettre de poursuivre I'usage actuel d'un immeuble a quatre logements sur la propriete, a la demande de Frederick Corscadden. 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 soutien quant au rezonage et Frederick Corscadden, Ie demandeur, indique qu'il appuie les recommandations formulees par Ie Comite consultatif d'urbanisme. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 800 metres carres situee au 79-31, chemin Red Head, et portant Ie NID 00344119, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >>, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-703 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Premiere 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 Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 800 metres carres situee au 79-31, chemin Red Head, et portant Ie NID 00344119, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >>, 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 >>. 4.4(a) Proposed Amendment to Section 39 Conditions- 60 Ross Street 4.4(c) Letters Objecting to Section 39 Amendment 4.4(d) Letters Objecting to Present Location of Recycle Bins 4.4(e) Applicant's Request to Withdraw Application The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed Amendment to Section 39 conditions imposed on the September 8, 1997 re-zoning of property located at 60 Ross St., also identified as a portion of PID Number 55151351 to permit the use of the property as a recycling depot as requested by Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission. He further advised that there were letters submitted objecting to and in agreement with the proposed amendment, as well as a request from the applicant to withdraw the application. 4.4(b) Planning Advisory Committee Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning staff's report considered at its August 9, 2005 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend denial of the proposal; and recommending that Common Council deny the application to amend Section 39 conditions imposed on the September 8, 1997 re-zoning of property located at 60 Ross St., also identified as a portion of PID Number 55151351 to permit the use of the property as a recycling depot as requested by Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission. On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor Ferguson RESOLVED that the proposed Amendment to Section 39 Conditions imposed on the September 8, 1997 re-zoning of property located at 60 Ross St. be tabled allowing the City Manager time to explore other possible location sites in collaboration with the Parking Commission, and report back in two weeks. Question being taken, the motion was carried. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Ferguson RESOLVED that item 9.2, Saint John Parking Commission - 2004 Annual Report be brought forward. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 4.4a) Modification proposee aux conditions imposees par I'article 39 relativement au 60, rue Ross 4.4c) Lettres d'opposition a la modification en vertu de I'article 39 4.4d) Lettres d'opposition relatives au present emplacement des bacs de recyclage 4.4e) Demande de renonciation presentee par Ie demandeur Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement a la modification proposee aux conditions imposees par I'article 39 Ie 8 septembre 1997, relativement au rezonage de la propriete situee au 60, rue Ross, portant Ie NID 55151351, afin de permettre I'usage de la propriete comme centre de recyclage, a la demande de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de 91-704 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Fundy. II affirme egalement que des lettres ont ete presentees se prononyant contre et en faveur de la modification proposee ainsi qu'une demande de renonciation presentee par Ie demandeur. 4.4b) Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen d'un rapport du comite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'une copie d'un rapport du personnel d'urbanisme qui a ete etudie a la reunion du 9 aout 2005 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a resolu de rejeter la proposition; recommandation voulant que Ie conseil communal rejette la demande de modification des conditions imposees par I'article 39, Ie 8 septembre 1997, relativement au rezonage de la propriete situee au 60, rue Ross, portant Ie NID 55151351, afin de permettre I'usage de la propriete comme centre de recyclage, a la demande de la Commission de gestion des matieres usees solides de la region de Fundy. Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson RESOLU que la modification proposee aux conditions imposees par I'article 39, Ie 8 septembre 1997, relativement au rezonage de la propriete situee au 60, rue Ross, soit reportee, de sorte a permettre au directeur general d'explorer la possibilite de prevoir d'autres emplacements en collaboration avec la Commission sur Ie stationnement et d'en discuter avec Ie conseil dans deux semaines. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson RESOLU que Ie point nO 9.2, rapport annuel de 2004 de la Commission sur Ie stationnement de Saint John, so it examine des maintenant. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.2 Saint John Parking Commission - 2004 Annual Report On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the letter from The Saint John Parking Commission submitting the 2004 Saint John Parking Commission Annual Report and advising that they will continue to monitor parking needs in the uptown area on a regular basis and provide Council with an update of this progress from time to time throughout the year be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.2 Commission sur Ie stationnement de Saint John relativement au rapport annuel de 2004 Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que la correspondance presentee par la Commission sur Ie stationnement de Saint John, accompagnee du rapport annuel pour 2004, affirmant qu'elle do it continuer a examiner regulierement les exigences en matiere de stationnement au centre-ville et fournir au conseil une mise a jour relative aux progres realises en tant que de besoin, au cours de I'annee, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 5.1 Request for Support for Funding - Sex Trade Action Committee On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that The City of Saint John send a letter of support to the Community Mobilization Program recommending that Coverdale Centre be granted funding for the Sex Trade Action Committee so that it can continue its important work in the community. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5.1 Comite sur Ie commerce du sexe relativement a la demande de soutien 91-705 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 financier Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que The City of Saint John expedie une lettre de soutien destinee au programme de mobilisation communautaire recommandant I'octroi d'un financement au centre Coverdale aux fins du Comite sur Ie commerce du sexe afin qu'il puisse poursuivre son travail important au sein de la collectivite. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.1 Proposed Public Hearing Dates - Forbes Dr. and Highland Rd., 341 Main St. and Church and Mill Streets On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, the Public Hearings for the proposed amendments at Forbes Dr. and Highland Rd., 341 Main St. and the Church St. and Mill St. applications be set for Monday, September 26,2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.1 Dates d'audiences publiques proposees relativement a la promenade Forbes et Ie chemin Highland, au 341, rue Main et aux rues Church et Mill Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, les dates d'audiences publiques relativement aux demandes de modifications proposees visant la promenade Forbes et Ie chemin Highland, Ie 341, rue Main et les rues Church et Mill, soient fixees au 26 septembre 2005 a 19 h dans la salle du conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.2 Lancaster Ave. Overpass - Rehabilitation of Water Main Hanger System On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve the addition of the Lancaster Avenue Overpass- Rehabilitation of Water Main Hanger System to the 2005 Water & Sewerage Utility Fund Capital Program in the amount of $95,000. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.2 Passage superieur de I'avenue Lancaster relativement a la remise en etat de la suspente de la conduite d'eau principale Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal approuve I'inscription de la somme de 95 000 $ au programme de fonds d'immobilisations relatif au service d'aqueduc et d'egouts pour 2005 relativement a la remise en etat de la suspente de la conduite d'eau principale du passage superieur de I'avenue Lancaster. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.3 Millidgeville Water System - Chlorine Booster Equipment On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve the addition of the Millidgeville Water System - Chlorine Booster Equipment project to the 2005 Water & Sewerage Utility Fund Capital Program in the amount of $200,000. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.3 Reseau d'aqueduc de Millidgeville relativement au materiel relatif au 91-706 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 surpresseur de chlore Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal approuve I'inscription de la somme de 200 000 $ au programme de fonds d'immobilisations relatif au service d'aqueduc et d'egouts pour 2005 relativement au projet concernant I'approvisionnement du materiel visant Ie surpresseur de chlore du reseau d'aqueduc de Millidgeville. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.4 Ring Boat Yard - 1019 Millidge Avenue On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, the owner be notified that concrete action must be taken by November 1, 2005 or the matter will be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee to recommend to Council standards which could be imposed on the operation of the non-conforming use of the Ring Boat Yard at 1019 Millidge Avenue. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.4 Chantier maritime Ring situe au 1019, avenue Millidge Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie proprietaire so it avise que des demarches concretes doivent etre entreprises avant Ie 1 er novembre 2005, sinon la question susmentionnee sera transmise au Comite consultatif d'urbanisme aux fins de recommandation aupres du conseil, des normes qui pourraient etre imposees relativement a I'exploitation non conforme du chantier maritime Ring situe au 1019, avenue Millidge. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.5 Easement Acquisition for Light Standard - 289 Union Street On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager: 1. The City of Saint John acquire an easement for municipal services/ municipal services easement in a 1.35 square metre:t portion of PID Number 55158133 from Tidan Inc. for the sum of $100. plus HST if applicable, as generally shown on the submitted sketch. As part of the transaction the City shall: a) prepare and pay for any plan of survey/subdivision required; b) reinstate the subject property to a condition that existed prior to construction; c) pay up to a maximum of $500. (plus H.ST if applicable) for the legal costs incurred by Tidan Inc. to finalize this transaction, and any applicable processing fees from financial institutions and all registration fees necessary to secure the City's interest; and d) the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign any documents required to formalize this transaction. 2. Common Council assent to the vesting of the proposed municipal services easement. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.5 Acquisition d'une emprise aux fins d'installation de luminaires au 289, rue 91-707 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Union Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general : 1. The City of Saint John acquiere une emprise aux fins de services municipaux sur une parcelle d'une superficie d'environ 1,35 metres carres du bien-fonds portant Ie NID 55158133, appartenant a Tidan Inc., pour la somme de 100 $, TVH en sus, Ie cas echeant, comme Ie montre de maniere generale Ie croquis presente. En vertu de ladite transaction, la ville convient de respecter les modalites prevues ci-dessous, comme suit: a) la preparation de plans d'arpentage et de lotissement necessaires et I'acquittement des frais afferents; b) Ie retablissement de ladite propriete dans des conditions semblables a celles qui prevalaient avant I'amenagement; c) I'acquittement des honoraires juridiques jusqu'a concurrence de 500 $ (TVH en sus, Ie cas echeant) engages par Tidan Inc., pour conclure ladite transaction, tous les frais de traitement applicables aux institutions financieres et tous les frais d'enregistrement necessaires pour garantir les interets de la ville; d) I'autorisation accordee au maire et au greffier communal visant la signature de toute documentation requise afin de conclure ladite transaction. 2. Ie conseil communal consente a la devolution de I'emprise aux fins de services municipaux. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.6 Residential Infrastructure Assistance #32 - Bentley Properties Ltd. On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve Residential Infrastructure Assistance for #32 Bentley Properties Inc. for development of 70 townhouses in the Bentley Crossing Subdivision with an estimated 2005 expenditure of $84,000. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.6 Programme d'aide a I'infrastructure residentielle relativement au nO 32, Bentley Properties Inc. Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal approuve Ie programme d'aide a I'infrastructure residentielle relativement au nO 32, Bentley Properties Inc., aux fins d'amenagement de 70 maisons en rangee dans Ie lotissement Bentley Crossing dont les couts sont prevus s'elever a 84 000 $ en 2005. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.7 Right-of-Way Exchange with Province of NB On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the submitted "Corporate Agreement of Purchase & Sale" with Her Majesty the Queen in Right of the Province of New Brunswick, as represented by the Minister of Transportation, dated February 18th, 2005, and the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the "Corporate Agreement of Purchase & Sale" or any necessary document required to finalize this transaction. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.7 Echange de servitude avec la province du Nouveau-Brunswick 91-708 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John conclue la << Convention d'achat-vente societale >> entre elle-meme et Sa Majeste la Reine du chef du Nouveau-Brunswick, representee par Ie ministre des Transports, en date du 18 fevrier 2005 et, que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer ladite << Convention d'achat-vente societale >> ou tout document exige afin de conclure ladite transaction. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.8 Amending Resolution - Spar Cove Road On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton 1 ) RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council rescind its resolution of June 12, 2000 to "...sell approximately 3,000 sq ft of land adjacent to 97 Spar Cove Road to Barbara and Raymond Richards for the price of $2,500. ... ."; 2) The City of Saint John subdivide and sell a 3,000 sq ft parcel of land adjacent to 97 Spar Cove Road to Mr. Ron Hector on or before October 31, 2005 for $2,500. (plus HST if applicable); and 3) The Mayor and Common Clerk execute any document required to finalize the transfer. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.8 Resolution modificatrice relative au chemin Spar Cove Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton 1) RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal annule la resolution adoptee Ie 12 juin 2000 visant a << ...vendre a Barbara et Raymond Richards Ie bien- fonds d'une superficie d'environ 3 000 pieds carres attenant au 97, chemin Spar Cove pour la somme de 2 500 $. >>; 2) que The City of Saint John procede au lotissement et a la vente d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 3 000 pieds carres attenante au 97, chemin Spar Cove a M. Ron Hector, au plus tard Ie 31 octobre 2005, pour la somme de 2 500 $, TVH en sus, Ie cas echeant; 3) que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal signent toute documentation requise afin de conclure ledit transfert. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.9 Amending Resolution - 240 Bridge Street On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council rescind its resolution of April 11, 2005 that "The City of Saint John purchase from F. Andrew Simpson (or related company) on or before April 29, 2005" and adopt in its place; "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 $8,000. plus HST (if applicable) on or before September 30, 2005.". Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.9 Resolution modificatrice relative au 240, rue Bridge 91-709 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal annule la resolution adoptee Ie 11 avril 2005 qui se lit comme suit: << The City of Saint John acquiere de F. Andrew Simpson (ou societe affiliee), au plus tard Ie 29 avril 2005... >> et adopte la resolution suivante en remplacement : << Que 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 8 000 $, TVH en sus, Ie cas echeant, au plus tard Ie 30 septembre 2005. >> A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6.10 Amending Resolution - 211 Union Street On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council amend its resolution of August 15, 2005 to acquire the fee simple absolute interest in 211 Union St. by deleting; "1. That The City of Saint John acquire the fee simple absolute interest in PID Number 12229 (211 Union Street) from the Province of New Brunswick (Department of Supply and Services) on or before October 31, 2005 for $1.00..." and insert in its place "1. That The City of Saint John acquire the fee simple absolute interest in PID Number 12229 (211 Union Street) as is, where is, from the Province of New Brunswick (Department of Supply and Services) on or before October 31, 2005 for $1.00"; and that all other aspects of the resolution remain unchanged. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 6.10 Resolution modificatrice relative au 211, rue Union Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal modifie la resolution adoptee Ie 15 aout 2005, visant a acquerir en fief simple et interet absolu Ie bien-fonds situe au 211, rue Union, en supprimant Ie libelle suivant : "1. << QUE The City of Saint John procede a I'acquisition en fief simple et interet absolu du bien-fonds portant Ie NID 12229 (211, rue Union) appartenant ala province du Nouveau-Brunswick (ministere des Approvisionnements et Services) au plus tard Ie 31 octobre 2005 pour la somme de 1,00 $... >>, et en Ie remplayant par ce qui suit: "1. QUE The City of Saint John procede a I'acquisition en fief simple et interet absolu du bien-fonds portant Ie NID 12229 (211, rue Union), appartenant a la province du Nouveau-Brunswick (ministere des Approvisionnements et Services), dans I'etat qu'il se trouve actuellement, au plus tard Ie 31 octobre 2005 pour la somme de 1,00 $; et que tous les autres elements de la resolution demeurent inchanges. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 7.1 Minimum Property Standards Enforcement Initiative Update On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the report from the City Solicitor updating Council on the initiative set in motion earlier this year to deal with violations of Minimum Property Standards Bylaw, which will continue with additional properties inspected and Notices to Comply and prosecutions commenced where warranted, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 7.1 Mise a jour relative aux normes minimales applicables aux terrains 91-710 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie rapport presente par I'avocat municipal visant a presenter une mise a jour aux fins du conseil, relativement a I'initiative entamee plus tot cette annee visant Ie traitement des infractions a I'encontre de I'arrete concernant les normes minimales applicables aux biens-fonds, qui se poursuit au moyen d'inspections supplementaires effectuees sur des proprietes, de la delivrance d'avis de conformite et des poursuites judiciaires intentees, Ie cas echeant, soit accepte a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 8.1 Notice to Council - Proposed Municipal Plan By-law Amendment - Greenhead Road Overpass On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan Amendment at the Greenhead Road Overpass as well as portions of the former Church Avenue and a reserved street be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and the necessary advertising be authorized with a public hearing scheduled for Monday, September 26, 2005. Question being taken, the motion was carried. (Councillors Ferguson and Farren withdrew from the meeting as they were absent from the Public Hearings held on August 15, 2005 to be considered next on the agenda.) 8.1 Avis au conseil relatif a la modification proposee de I'arrete concernant Ie plan municipal visant Ie passage superieur du chemin Greenhead Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que la modification proposee au plan d'amenagement municipal, relativement au passage superieur du chemin Greenhead Road, a certaines parties de I'ancienne avenue Church et a une rue reservee, so it portee a I'attention du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme aux fins de production d'un rapport et de recommandations et que la publication des avis necessaires so it autorisee et que la tenue d'une audience publique soit fixee au lundi 26 septembre 2005. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. (Les conseillers Ferguson et Farren quittent la reunion puisqu'ils n'ont pas assiste aux audiences publiques tenues Ie 15 aout 2005 relatives au prochain point a I'ordre du jour soumis aux fins d'etude.) 8.2 (a) 3rd Reading Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 221-225 Chesley Dr. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "A By-law To Amend The Municipal Plan By-law", by amending Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use Plan by re-designating a parcel of land located at 221-225 Chesley Dr. also identified as PID Numbers 55172662 and 55172688, having an area of approximately 3.8 hectares from Business Park to Low Density Residential classification, be read. Question being taken, the motion was carried. The By-law entitled, "A By-law To Amend The Municipal Plan By-law", was read in its entirety. On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "A By-law To Amend The Municipal Plan By-law", by amending Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use Plan by re-designating a parcel of land located at 221-225 Chesley Dr. also identified as PID Numbers 55172662 and 55172688, having an area of approximately 3.8 hectares from Business Park to Low Density Residential classification, be read a third time, enacted and the Corporate Common Seal be affixed thereto. 91-711 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a third time by title, the By-law entitled, "A By-law To Amend The Municipal Plan By-law". 8.2 (b) Proposed Amendment to Section 39 Conditions On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that: Common Council amend the Section 39 conditions imposed on the July 3, 1973 rezoning of the subject property, located at 221-225 Chesley Drive, also identified as PID Nos. 55172662 and 55172688 to permit the development of the site with a proposed residential subdivision consisting of single and multi-level townhouses and condominiums as generally illustrated on the submitted proposal, subject to the following conditions: a) The site shall not be developed except in accordance with detailed site and building elevation plans, prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, indicating locations of buildings and structures, including exterior design and finishes, paved driveways, landscaped areas and other site features, and the approved plans must be attached to the application for building permit(s) for the development. b) The developer must complete all site improvements shown on the approved site and building elevation plans within one year of building permit approval. c) The site shall be considered to be a "TH" Townhouse zone with respect to permitted uses and general provisions of the Zoning By-law, except that accessory buildings shall not be permitted in any yard facing Chesley Drive. d) No driveway access to any lot shall be permitted on the Chesley Drive frontage of the site. e) The developer shall plant a row of trees along the west side of the public street off Bentley Street adjacent to PID 55172654 in order to provide a visual buffer between the development and the adjacent business, in accordance with a detailed landscaping plan to be prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, indicating location and type of planting materials, and the work shown on the approved plan must be completed within one year of approval of the subdivision plan that creates the public street. f) The portion of the subject site that is designated a historic site pursuant to the Historic Sites Protection Act shall be vested in the City as Land for Public Purposes (LPP) and maintained in accordance with the requirements of the Historic Sites Protection Act. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 8.2 (c) Report from Planning Advisory Committee Recommending Approval of Subdivision On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Chang RESOLVED that: 1. Common Council assent to one or more subdivision plans, in one or more phases, for the proposed Bentley Crossing development at 221-225 Chesley Drive, as generally illustrated on the submitted Tentative Plan - Bentley Crossing (photo- reduced copy submitted), with respect to the public street, land for public purposes (LPP) and any required municipal services easements and public utility easements. 2. Common Council authorize the preparation and execution of one or more city/developer subdivision agreements to ensure provision of the required work and 91-712 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 facilities, including detailed site and drainage plans for the approval of the Chief City Engineer. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 8.2 a) Troisieme lecture du projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 221-225, place Chesley Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >> modifiant a I'annexe 2-A du plan d'amenagement futur des terres, la classification de zone de parc commercial pour la faire passer a zone residentielle a faible densite, d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 3,8 hectares, situee au 221-225, promenade Chesley et portant les NID 55172662 et 55172688, fasse I'objet d'une lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. L'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >> est lu integralement. Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >> modifiant a I'annexe 2-A du plan d'amenagement futur des terres, la classification de zone de parc commercial pour la faire passer a zone residentielle a faible densite, d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 3,8 hectares, situee au 221-225, promenade Chesley et portant les NID 55172662 et 55172688, fasse I'objet d'une troisieme lecture, que ledit arrete so it edicte et que Ie sceau communal y soit appose. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Troisieme lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>. 8.2 b) Modification proposee aux conditions imposees par I'article 39 Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que: Ie conseil communal modifie les conditions imposees par I'article 39, Ie 3 juillet 1973, lors du rezonage de ladite propriete situee au 221-225, promenade Chesley et portant les NID 55172662 et 55172688, afin de permettre I'amenagement prevu d'un lotissement residentiel sur ledit emplacement comprenant des maisons en rangee d'un ou plusieurs etages et des immeubles en copropriete, comme Ie montre de maniere generale la proposition presentee, sous reserve des conditions suivantes : a) 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 et les constructions, y compris la conception et la finition exterieure, les entrees pavees, les espaces paysagers et les autres caracteristiques, et lesdits plans doivent accompagner la demande de permis de construction relatif a I'amenagement; b) Ie promoteur doit achever toutes les ameliorations de I'emplacement indiquees sur les plans de situation et d'elevation approuves, dans un delai d'un an a compter de la date d'approbation du permis de construire; c) I'emplacement est considere comme zone de maisons en rangee << TH >> relativement aux usages permis et aux dispositions generales prevues par I'arrete sur Ie zonage, a I'exception de I'insertion d'une disposition visant a interdire tout batiment accessoire situe dans une cour donnant sur la promenade Chesley; 91-713 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 d) aucune entree n'est permise aux fins d'acces aux lots donnant sur la promenade Chesley; e) Ie promoteur doit planter une rangee d'arbres longeant Ie cote ouest de la voie publique pres de la rue Bentley et attenante au terrain portant Ie NID 55172654, afin de creer un tampon visuel entre I'amenagement et Ie commerce attenant, conformement a un plan d'amenagement detaille qui doit etre prepare par Ie promoteur sous reserve de I'approbation de I'agent d'amenagement, indiquant I'emplacement et Ie type de plantation, et les travaux indiques sur Ie plan approuve doivent etre acheves dans un delai d'un an a compter de la date d'approbation du plan de lotissement visant a construire la voie publique; f) la partie dudit emplacement designee comme lieu historique en vertu de la Loi sur fa protection des Iieux historiques, sera devolue a la ville en tant que terrain d'utilite publique et entretenue conformement aux exigences imposees par la Loi susmentionnee. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 8.2 c) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme qui recommande I'approbation du lotissement Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Chang RESOLU que: 1. Ie conseil communal approuve un ou plusieurs plans de lotissement, sur une ou plusieurs phases, relativement a I'amenagement propose, connu sous Ie nom de Bentley Crossing, situe au 221-225, promenade Chesley, comme Ie montre de maniere generale Ie plan provisoire propose Bentley Crossing (copie de la photo reduite du plan presentee) relativement ala voie publique, au terrain d'utilite publique et a toute emprise aux fins de services municipaux et de services d'utilite publique; 2. Ie conseil communal autorise la signature d'une ou plusieurs conventions de lotissement entre la ville et Ie promoteur afin de permettre I'execution des travaux requis et la mise en place des installations necessaires, notamment en ce qui concerne I'elaboration de plans de situation et de drainage detailles soumis aux fins d'approbation par I'ingenieur municipal en chef. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 8.3 3rd Reading Proposed Zoning By-law amendment - 68 Tudor Lane On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Tait RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-696, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 68 Tudor Lane be read. Question being taken, the motion was carried. The By-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-696, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" was read in its entirety. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-696, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John" by re-zoning a parcel of land located at 68 Tudor Lane be read a third time, enacted and the Corporate Common Seal be affixed thereto. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a third time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number C.P. 100-696, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 91-714 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 (Councillors Ferguson and Farren re-entered the meeting.) 8.3 Troisieme lecture du projet de modification de I'arrete sur Ie zonage relatif au 68, allee Tudor Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Tait RESOLU que I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100- 696, modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 68, allee Tudor, fasse I'objet d'une lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. L'arrete intitule << Arrete nO C. P. 100-696 modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> est lu integralement. Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO C.P. 100- 696, modifiant I'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >> modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 68, allee Tudor, 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. 100-696 modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>. (Les conseillers Ferguson et Farren sont de nouveau presents a la reunion.) 8.4 1st & 2nd Readings - City Market By-law Amendment - Lease of Space Stall No. 15 Referring to a resolution of Council made on August 15, 2005 to lease Stall "15" in the City Market to Angela Sagrati upon the terms and conditions set out in the lease submitted with M&C #2005-243; and that Common Council give first and second readings to an amendment of the "City Market By-Law" whereby Section 5(2) is amended to add following Section 5(2)(d), Section 5(2)(e) Stall #15; and further that the Mayor and Common Clerk execute the lease once the amendment is enacted, Council proceeded to give first and second readings to the by-law. On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the by-law entitled "By-law Number C-1, A By-law Relating to the Market in The City of Saint John" as it relates to lease of space, Stall No. 15, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number C-1, A By-law Relating to the Market in The City of Saint John". On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the by-law entitled "By-law Number C-1, A By-law Relating to the Market in The City of Saint John" as it relates to lease of space, Stall No. 15, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number C-1 A By-law Relating to the Market in The City of Saint John". 8.4 Premiere et deuxieme lectures relatives a la modification de I'arrete concernant la location de I'etal nO << 15 >> au marche municipal de The City of Saint John 91-715 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Se reportant a une resolution du conseil adoptee Ie 15 aout 2005 relativement a la location de I'etal nO << 15 >> du marche municipal au nom d'Angela Sagrati, sous reserve des modalites et conditions prevues en vertu du bail joint au contrat nO M/C 2005-243; et voulant que Ie conseil communal procede aux premiere et deuxieme lectures de la modification de I'arrete concernant Ie marche de The City of Saint John, modifiant I'article 5(2) afin d'inserer I'article 5(2)e), Etal nO 15, a la suite de I'article 5(2)d); et de plus, que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal procedent a la signature dudit baillorsque la modification so it edictee, Ie conseil procede aux premiere et deuxieme lectures de I'arrete. Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO C-1, Arrete concernant Ie marche de The City of Saint John >>, relatif a la location d'espace, plus particulierement I'etal nO 15, 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 nO C-1 concernant Ie marche de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO C-1, Arrete concernant Ie marche de The City of Saint John >>, relatif a la location d'espace, plus particulierement I'etal nO 15, 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 nO C-1 A concernant Ie marche de The City of Saint John >>. 9.1 Saint John Harbour Bridge Authority - Response to Council's Referral Regarding Re-Naming of Bridge On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the letter from Ken Anthony, General Manager of the Saint John Harbour Bridge Authority responding to a letter from Bertha Mills requesting the bridge be re-named Veterans Bridge and advising that they do not intend to re-name the bridge at this time be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.1 Reponse rec;ue de l'Administration du pont du port relative a la recommandation du conseil visant Ie changement de nom du pont Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Ken Anthony, directeur general de l'Administration du pont du port de Saint John, en reponse a la lettre de Bertha Mills voulant que Ie pont soit renomme pont des Anciens combattants, et affirmant qu'aucune demarche ne sera entreprise dans un avenir proche visant a renommer Ie pont, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.3 Planning Advisory Committee - Proposed Subdivision - 401 Old Black River Road On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that as recommended by the Planning Advisory Committee, Common Council assent to the submitted subdivision proposal and to the required municipal services easement and any necessary public utility easements. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.3 Comite consultatif d'urbanisme relativement a I'amenagement propose d'un lotissement au 401, chemin Old Black River 91-716 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, Ie conseil communal approuve la proposition de lotissement presentee et I'emprise exigee aux fins de services municipaux et de services d'utilite publique. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.4 Planning Advisory Committee - Street Vesting - 332, 342 and 350 Kingsville Road On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that as recommended by the Planning Advisory Committee, Common Council assent to the following subdivisions with respect to the proposed widening of the Kingsville Road public street right-of-way that would vest: (a) an approximate 7-square metre portion of the Milford Memorial Centre Inc. property, located at 332 Kingsville Road (PID Number414391); (b) an approximate 70-square metre portion of the Sean and Amanda King (formerly Brown) property, located at 342 Kingsville Road (PID Number 405316); and (c) an approximate 40-square metre portion of the Austin Colwell property located at 350 Kingsville Road (PID Number 403972). Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.4 Comite consultatif d'urbanisme relativement a la devolution visant les 332, 342 et 350, chemin Kingsville Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie comite consultatif d'urbanisme, Ie conseil communal approuve les lotissements suivants relativement au projet d'elargissement propose au droit de passage sur rue publique, situe sur Ie chemin Kingsville, visant la devolution au nom de la ville, des terrains suivants : a) une parcelle de terrain appartenant a Milford Memorial Centre Inc., d'une superficie d'environ 7 metres carres, situee au 332, chemin Kingsville (NID 414391); b) une partie de la propriete appartenant a Sean et Amanda King (anciennement Brown), d'une superficie d'environ 70 metres carres, situee au 342, chemin Kingsville (NID 405316); c) une partie de la propriete appartenant a Austin Colwell, d'une superficie d'environ 40 metres carres, situee au 350, chemin Kingsville (NID 403972). A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.5 Planning Advisory Committee - Municipal Services Easement - 325 Simms St. & 321 Sherbrooke St. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that Common Council assent only to the submitted P.W. Chase Holdings Ltd. tentative subdivision plan with respect to any necessary municipal services and public utility easements. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.5 Comite consultatif d'urbanisme relativement a une emprise aux fins de services municipaux visant Ie 325, rue Simms et Ie 321, rue Sherbrooke 91-717 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que Ie conseil communal n'approuve que Ie plan provisoire de lotissement presente par I'entreprise P.W. Chase Holdings Ltd., relativement a toute emprise aux fins de services municipaux et de services d'utilite publique. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 9.6 Planning Advisory Committee - Proposed Townhouse Project - 55 Mountain View Dr. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that as recommended by the Planning Advisory Committee: 1. Common Council assent to the submitted photo-reduced Forest Hills Estates Subdivision - Phase 3 tentative subdivision plan illustrating a new public street, as well as any necessary municipal services and public utility easements. 2. Common Council authorize the preparation and execution of one or more City/Developer Subdivision Agreements to ensure provision of the required work and facilities, including detailed site and drainage plans for the approval of the Chief City Engineer. 3. Common Council assent to the proposed Land for Public Purposes having an approximate area of 1030 square metres. 4. Common Council authorize cost-sharing outside the limits of the subdivision in accordance with Section 26 of the Subdivision By-law. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 9.6 Comite consultatif d'urbanisme relativement au projet propose relatif aux maisons en rangee situees au 55, promenade Mountain View Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie comite consultatif d'urbanisme : 1. Ie conseil communal approuve Ie plan provisoire presente avec photo reduite relatif a la phase 3 du lotissement Forest Hills Estates, delimitant une nouvelle voie publique ainsi que toute emprise exigee aux fins de services municipaux et de services d'utilite publique; 2. Ie conseil communal autorise la redaction et la signature de contrats de lotissement entre la ville et Ie promoteur afin de permettre I'execution des travaux requis et la mise en place des installations necessaires, y compris I'elaboration de plans de situation et de drainage detailles soumis a I'approbation de I'ingenieur municipal en chef; 3. Ie conseil communal approuve Ie terrain d'utilite publique propose d'une superficie d'environ 1 030 metres carres; 4. Ie conseil communal autorise Ie partage des couts s'elevant au-dela des limites prevues en vertu du projet de lotissement conformement a I'article 26 de I'arrete concernant Ie lotissement. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-718 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 10.1 (a)(b) Letters from Citizens Regarding Traffic Concerns on Northumberland Avenue On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the letter from Wayne and Nancy Wallace and Muriel Stevens voicing their concerns over the large volume of truck traffic on Northumberland Avenue, and suggesting that permanent concrete barriers be put in place to prevent traffic from coming off Rothesay Avenue or permanently closing McLean and Spencer Streets, be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.1 a) b) Lettres rec;ues de citoyens relatives a leurs inquietudes visant I'avenue Northumberland Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Wayne et Nancy Wallace et Muriel Stevens, exprimant leurs inquietudes relatives a la tres dense circulation de camions sur I'avenue Northumberland et voulant que des murets de beton soient installes en permanence afin d'interdire la circulation provenant de I'avenue Rothesay ou que les rues McLean et Spencer soient fermees definitivement, soit transmise au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.2(See Item 1.7) 10.2 (voir Ie point nO 1.7) 10.3 Letter from Patrick Bezanson Regarding Chess Tables in King Square On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Chang RESOLVED that the letter from Patrick Bezanson requesting that community chess tables be placed in King Square be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.3 Lettre rec;ue de Patrick Bezanson relative a I'installation de tables d'echecs a la place King Square Proposition du maire suppleant Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Chang RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Patrick Bezanson, relative a I'installation de tables d'echecs aux fins d'usage par la collectivite a la place King Square, soit transmise au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.4 Letter from Patricia Dashwood Regarding Harbour Clean-up On motion of Councillor Tait Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the letter from Patricia Dashwood voicing her concerns over the cost of Harbour clean-up and its impact on the citizens of Saint John be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.4 Lettre rec;ue de Patricia Dashwood relative au nettoyage du port Proposition du conseiller Tait Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Patricia Dashwood exprimant ses inquietudes relatives aux couts lies au nettoyage du port et les incidences sur les citoyens de Saint John, so it acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 91-719 COMMON COUNCIUREUNION DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL AUGUST 29, 2005/Le 29 aout 2005 2.2 Canadian Country Music Association Saint John 2006 Referring to a submitted report, Dave Ryan, Chair of the Country Music Association and Andrew Logan updated Council on the awarding of the 2006 convention and award show to Saint John to be held September 8-11, 2006. They presented the history of the association and noted the expected economic spin-off for the province as over $10 million, and gave some of the details of the planned event. Mr. Logan referred to the submitted budget for the event and requested Council's support through a $60,000. contribution. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the report and request for funding from the Canadian Country Music Association Saint John 2006 Organizing Committee be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2.2 Association canadienne de la musique country a Saint John en 2006 Se reportant a un rapport presente, Dave Ryan, president de l'Association canadienne de la musique country, accompagne de Andrew Logan, mettent Ie conseil au courant de la nomination de Saint John pour la tenue du congres et du gala des prix prevus du 8 au 11 septembre 2006. lis presentent I'historique de I'association et soulignent les retombees economiques prevues peuvent s'elever au-dela de 10 M$ dans la province et presentent certains details relatifs a I'evenement projete. M. Logan se reporte au budget presente relativement a I'evenement et demande I'appui du conseil au moyen de I'octroi d'un financement au montant de 60 000 $. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie maire suppleant Hooton RESOLU que Ie rapport et la demande de financement presentes par Ie comite organisateur 2006 de l'Association canadienne de la musique country, soient transmis au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Adiournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. Cloture de la reunion Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 20 h 55. Common Clerk/greffier communal