2007-05-22_Minutes--Procès-verbal
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
CITY HALL - MAY 22,2007 - 6:15 P.M.
present
Norman McFarlane, Mayor
Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors Chang, Chase, Court,
Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus and White
- and -
T. Totten, City Manager; J. Nugent, City Solicitor; Greg Yeomans,
Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer; P. Groody,
Commissioner of Municipal Operations; R. Pollock, Planner;
W. Edwards, Commissioner of Buildings and Inspection Services;
W. Reid, Deputy Chief of Police; M. Gillan, Deputy Fire Chief,
B Morrison, Commissioner of Leisure Services; P. Woods,
Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and E. Gormley,
Assistant Common Clerk
SEANCE DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 22 MAl 2007 a 18 H 15
Sont presents:
Norman McFarlane, maire
la mairesse suppleante Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase,
Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White
et
T. Totten, directeur general; J. Nugent, avocat municipal; Greg
Yeomans, commissaire aux finances et tresorier; P. Groody,
commissaire aux operations municipales; R. Pollack, urbaniste;
W. Edwards, commissaire aux services d'inspection et des
batiments; W. Reid, chef de police adjoint; M. Gillan, chef adjoint
du service d'incendie; B. Morrison, commissaire aux services des
loisirs; P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint;
ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe.
1. Call To Order - Prayer
Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and Dan Trecartin offered
the opening prayer.
1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere
La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane et Ie pasteur Dan Trecartin
recite la priere d'ouverture.
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 May 7 & 8, 2007, be approved.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
2. Approbation du proces-verbal
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que Ie proces-verbal des seances du
conseil communal tenues les 7 et 8 mai 2007 soit adopte.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
3. Approval of Agenda
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be
approved with the withdrawal of items 5.6 Emera Pipeline and 12.6 Contract 2007-32
and the addition of items 7.2 and 7.3 Proclamations and 12.0, Pipeline through
Rockwood Park.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
3. Adoption de I'ordre du jour
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
RESOLU que I'ordre du jour de la presente seance
so it adopte moyennant Ie retrait des points 5.6 Societe Emera Pipeline et 12.6 Contrat
nO 2007-32 et I'ajout des points 7.2 et 7.3 Proclamations et 12.0 Pipeline traversant Ie
parc Rockwood.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest
Councillor Court declared a conflict of interest on item 9.2- Proposed Rezoning of 85
Hayes Avenue.
4. Divulgations de conflits d'interets
Le conseiller Court declare qu'il est en situation de conflit d'interets relativement au point
9.2 Projet de rezonage du terrain situe au 85, avenue Hayes.
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 That the letter from Enterprise Saint John requesting to present to Council on
Post Secondary Education be referred to the Clerk to schedule a presentation.
5.2 That the letter from Steven Tingley, owner of Slurp's Clothing requesting to hold
an outdoor promotional sale on Saturday, June 16, 2007, be referred to the City
Manager.
5.3 That the letter from David Foster, owner of the Fish and Brew Pub, objecting to a
casino or racino in the City, be received for information.
5.4 That the letter from Sharon Jeffrey concerning a water and sewerage account, be
referred to the City Manager.
5.5 That as recommended by the City Manager:
1. Common Council consents to the Assignment of Lease from Linjun Han
to 628926 NB Inc. as submitted, effective May 31, 2007, and further;
2. Common Council consents to an amendment to the Lease dated March 1, 2005
between The City of Saint John and Linjun Han for Stall C1 at the City Market by
deleting from the Use of Leased Premises Clause(7.01a), "hot and cold sandwiches,
platters, fried chicken, fish, burgers, hot dogs, French fries, apple and onion rings,
soups, stews, chowder, chilli, clams, scallops, hot and cold beverages, Chinese and
Italian food specials, assorted salads, lobster and shrimp rolls, ice-cream, cookies,
cakes, pies, candy, bars and potato chips, sushi and Japanese foods." and inserting in
it's place "Korean style food including Korean sandwiches, Korean salads, Korean
entrees and soft drinks including Korean Tea." , and further by deleting from the Use of
Leased Premises Clause "Barton's Take Out" and replace with "Kim's Korean Food",
and further;
3. the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign any necessary document
required to effect the transaction.
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5.7 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the
Grant of Easement with the Port Authority upon the terms and conditions contained in
the documentation submitted in this report (M & C 2007-158) and that the Mayor and
Common Clerk be authorized to execute the said easement.
5.8 That as recommended by the City Manager:
1. Common Council schedule the public hearings for the rezoning and Section 39
applications of Bertin Levesque (937 Hillcrest Road), Nettie & Terry's Wing House Ltd.
(69 Russell Street), Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc. (37 Golden Grove Road and
8-14 Simpson Drive), and Creative Services Inc. (400 Main Street) for Monday, June 18,
2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
2. Common Council reschedule the public hearings for the rezoning and Section 39
applications of A. C. Fairweather & Sons Ltd. (921 Ashburn Road), Saint John YMCA-
YWCA (100 Prince Edward Street) and F.C.S. Housing (10 Culloden Court) for Monday,
June 18,2007 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
5.9 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council deny the request
for a grant in the amount of $2,000. as requested by the Harbour Skating Club.
5.10 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council authorize payment
to Sungard HTE Inc. of $31,735. (US) associated with the license, installation and
maintenance fees for Click 2 Gov Core and Parking Tickets Modules.
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Tait
RESOLVED that the recommendation set out for
each consent agenda item, be adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
5. Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil
5.1 Que la lettre de demande d'Entreprise Saint John, visant a faire une presentation
au Conseil de I'enseignement postsecondaire, soit transmise au greffier pour qu'il fixe
une date de presentation.
5.2 Que la lettre de Steven Tingley, proprietaire de Slurp's Clothing, visant a tenir
une vente promotionnelle a I'exterieur, Ie samedi 16 juin 2007, soit transmise au
directeur general.
5.3 Que la lettre de David Foster, proprietaire de Fish and Brew Pub, dans laquelle il
exprime son opposition a I'installation d'un casino ou d'un racino dans la ville, soit
acceptee a titre informatif.
5.4 Que la lettre de Sharon Jeffrey, concernant un compte du reseau d'aqueduc et
d'egouts, so it transmise au directeur general.
5.5 Que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general:
1. Ie conseil communal donne son aval a la cession de bail de Linjun Han a
628926 NB Inc., telle qu'elle est presentee, a compter du 31 mai 2007;
2. et que Ie conseil communal consente a la modification du bail, date du 1er mars 2005,
qui a ete conclu entre The City of Saint John et Linjun Han relativement a I'etal nO C1 au
marche municipal en supprimant Ie contenu suivant de la clause 7.01 a) de l'Utilisation
des lieux loues << sandwichs froids et chauds, plats de service, poulet frit, poisson,
hamburgers, hot dogs, patates frites, rondelles de pommes et d'oignons, soupes,
ragouts, chaudrees, chili, palourdes, petoncles, boissons chaudes et froides, mets
chinois et italiens speciaux, salades assorties, petits pains fourres de homard et de
crevette, creme glacee, biscuits, gateaux, tartes, bonbons, tablettes de chocolat,
croustilles, sushis et mets japonais >> et en Ie rempla<;ant par Ie libelle suivant : << mets
coreens, y compris des sandwichs, des salades, des plats de resistance et du the, de
meme que des boissons gazeuses >>; et en retranchant egalement Ie contenu suivant de
la clause << Barton's Take Out >> en Ie rempla<;ant par << Kim's Korean Food >>;
3. et en outre, que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer toute la
documentation requise pour conclure ladite transaction.
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5.7 Que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John conclue
I'octroi de servitude avec l'Administration portuaire, selon les modalites et conditions
enoncees dans la documentation soumise dans Ie present rapport (nO MC 2007-158), et
que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer ledit octroi.
5.8 Que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general:
1. Ie conseil communal fixe la date des audiences publiques, relativement aux
demandes de rezonage et de modification de I'article 39 presentees par Bertin Levesque
(937, chemin Hillcrest), Nettie & Terry's Wing House Ltd. (69, rue Russell), Hughes
Surveys & Consultants Inc. (37, chemin Golden Grove et 8-14, promenade Simpson) et
Creative Services Inc. (400, rue Main), au lundi 18 juin 2007, a 18 h, dans la salle du
conseil.
2. Que Ie conseil communal reporte les dates d'audiences publiques relatives aux
demandes de rezonage et de modification des conditions imposees par I'article 39
presentees par A.C. Fairweather & Sons, Ltd., (921, chemin Ashburn), par Saint John
YMCA-YWCA (100, rue Prince Edward), et par F.C.S. Housing (10, impasse Culloden),
au lundi 18 juin 2007, a 18 h, dans la salle du conseil.
5.9 Que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal rejette la
demande de Harbour Skating Club visant I'obtention d'une subvention de I'ordre de
2 000 $.
5.10 Que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal autorise
Ie paiement de la somme de 31 735 $US a Sungard HTE Inc. relativement aux frais
d'entretien, de permis et d'installation des modules Click 2 Gov Core et contraventions
de stationnement.
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Tait
RESOLU que les recommandations visant chaque
point de la section Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil soient adoptees.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
6. Members Comments
Council members commented on various community events.
6. Commentaires presentes par les membres
Les membres du conseil s'expriment sur diverses activites communautaires.
7. Proclamation
7.1 The Mayor proclaimed the week of May 28 - June 3, 2007 as National Safe Kids'
Week in the City of Saint John.
7.2 The Mayor proclaimed May 26,2007 as "Love Saint John Day" in the City of
Saint John.
7.3 The Mayor proclaimed May 20-26,2007 as Emergency Medical Services Week
in the City of Saint John.
7. Proclamation
7.1 Le maire declare que la semaine du 28 mai au 3 juin 2007 est la semaine
nationale SecuriJeunes dans The City of Saint John.
7.2 Le maire declare que Ie 26 mai 2007 est la << Love Saint John Day>> Uournee
d'amour envers Saint John) dans The City of Saint John.
7.3 Le maire declare que la semaine du 20 au 26 mai 2007 est la Semaine des
services medicaux d'urgence dans The City of Saint John.
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8. Delegations/Presentations
8.1 2006 Audited Financial Statements
Referring to a submitted report, the Deputy Mayor, Chair of the Finance Committee,
introduced Auditors from Ernst and Young, Bob Crowley, Mike Bishop, John Morine, and
Mr. Crowley reviewed the 2006 submitted audited financial statements for The City of
Saint John General Fund, the Water and Sewerage Utility and the Reserve and Trust
Funds.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the audited financial statements of
The City of Saint John General Fund, Water and Sewerage Utility and the Reserve and
Trust Funds for the year ended December 31, 2006 be approved as submitted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
8. Delegations et presentations
8.1 Etats financiers verifies de 2006
Se reportant au rapport produit, la mairesse suppleante, presidente du comite des
finances, presente les verificateurs de la firme comptable Ernst and Young, c'est-a-dire
Bob Crowley, Mike Bishop et John Morine. M . Crowley a examine les etats financiers
verifies de 2006 qui ont ete soumis par The City of Saint John et qui sont afferents au
fonds d'administration, au reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts, au fonds en fiducie et au fonds
de reserve.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que les etats financiers verifies de The
City of Saint John, relatifs au fonds d'administration generale, au reseau d'aqueduc et
d'egouts, au fonds en fiducie et au fonds de reserve pour I'exercice se terminant
Ie 31 decembre 2006, soient approuves sans modification.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
8.2 Construction Contracts - Projects, Schedule, Reporting and Policy
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the report relating to the tendering
and management of municipal construction contracts, be tabled until staff meet with the
Construction Association.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
8.2 Contrats de construction - Projets, calendrier, rapport et politique
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que Ie rapport concernant la gestion et Ie
processus d'appel d'offres relatifs aux contrats de construction accordes par la
municipalite soit reporte jusqu'a ce que Ie personnel rencontre l'Association de la
construction.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
9. Public Hearings 7:00 P.M.
9.1 (a) (b) Proposed Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments - 303 Golden
Grove Road
9.1 (c) Planning Advisory Committee Report
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to
a proposed Municipal Plan amendment amending Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use
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Plan, by re-designating a parcel of land with an area of approximately 11,478 square
metres located at 303 Golden Grove Road, also identified as being PID Number
00436725 and portions of PID Number 55153217, from Low Density Residential to Light
Industrial classification, and by re-zoning the same parcel of land located at 303 Golden
Grove Road, having an area of approximately 3,530 square metres, also identified as
being portions of PID Number 55153217, from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban
Residential to "1-1" Light Industrial classification to recognize the long-standing light
industrial use of the property as requested by Hughes Surveys & Consultants, Inc. on
behalf of Jessie Williston and McLennan Sales, a division of EMCO Corporation, with no
written objections received.
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee
submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its May 1, 2007 meeting at
which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff
recommendation, recommending that Common Council re-zone the above mentioned
parcel of land.
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
Jennifer Peacock, Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc. advising that she supports the
staff recommendations.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Municipal Plan By-law", re-designating on Schedule 2-A, the Future Land
Use Plan a parcel of land with an area of approximately 11,478 square metres located at
303 Golden Grove Road, also identified as PID Number 00436725 and a portion of PID
Number 55153217 from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial by adding to the list
of approved light industrial development in sub section 2.4.7.15, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Municipal Plan
By-law" .
On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Municipal Plan By-law", re-designating on Schedule 2-A, the Future Land
Use Plan a parcel of land with an area of approximately 11,478 square metres located at
303 Golden Grove Road, also identified as PID Number 00436725 and a portion of PID
Number 55153217 from Low Density Residential to Light Industrial by adding to the list
of approved light industrial development in sub section 2.4.7.15, be read a second time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Municipal Plan By-
law".
On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "The Zoning
By-law of the City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land with an area of
approximately 3530 square metres located at 303 Golden Grove Road, also identified as
portions of PID Number 55153217 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban
Residential to "1-1" Light Industrial classification, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "The Zoning By-law of the City of Saint
John".
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On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "The Zoning
By-law of the City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land with an area of
approximately 3530 square metres located at 303 Golden Grove Road, also identified as
portions of PID Number 55153217 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban
Residential to "1-1" Light Industrial classification, be read a second time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "The Zoning By-law of the City of
Saint John".
9. Audiences publiques a 19 h
9.1a)b) Projet de modification du plan municipal et de I'arrete de zonage visant Ie
303, chemin Golden Grove
9.1 c) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet
de modification du plan municipal visant a modifier la classification, a I'annexe 2-A du
plan d'amenagement futur des terres, d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ
11 478 metres carres situee au 303, chemin Golden Grove et portant Ie NID 00436725
et une partie du NID 55153217, pour la faire passer de zone residentielle de faible
densite a zone d'industrie legere, et au projet de modification du zonage de la meme
parcelle de terrain situee au 303, chemin Golden Grove, d'une superficie d'environ
3530 metres carres et portant une partie du NID 55153217 afin de faire passer la
classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et
bifamiliales << R-2 >> a zone d'industrie legere << 1-1 >> dans Ie but de reconnaitre
I'utilisation de longue date de la propriete comme zone d'industrie legere, a la demande
de Hughes Surveys & Consultants, Inc. pour Ie compte de Jessie Williston and
McLennan Sales, filiale de EMCO Corporation, et qu'aucune objection ecrite n'a ete
re<;ue a cet egard.
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'une copie du
rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme, etudies lors de la reunion du 1er mai 2007,
a laquelle Ie comite a resolu de recommander I'approbation, telle qu'elle est soulignee
dans Ie rapport du personnel, voulant que Ie conseil communal procede au rezonage de
la parcelle de terrain susmentionnee.
Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre Ie rezonage, mais personne ne prend la
parole.
Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage. Jennifer Peacok, de
I'entreprise Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc., indique qu'elle appuie les
recommandations du personnel.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>, visant a modifier a I'annexe 2-A du plan
d'amenagement futur des terres la classification d'une parcelle de terrain situee au
303, chemin Golden Grove, d'une superficie d'environ 11 478 metres carres et portant Ie
NID 00436725 et une partie du NID 55153217, pour la faire passer de zone residentielle
de faible densite a zone d'industrie legere, en I'ajoutant a la liste de projets
d'amenagements approuves dans la zone d'industrie legere au paragraphe 2.4.7.15,
fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Premiere lecture de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>.
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete relatif au plan municipal >>, visant a modifier a I'annexe 2-A du plan
d'amenagement futur des terres la classification d'une parcelle de terrain situee au
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303, chemin Golden Grove, d'une superficie d'environ 11 478 metres carres et portant Ie
NID 00436725 et une partie du NID 55153217, pour la faire passer de zone residentielle
de faible densite a zone d'industrie legere, en I'ajoutant a la liste de projets
d'amenagements approuves dans la zone d'industrie legere au paragraphe 2.4.7.15,
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 modifiant I'arrete relatif au plan
municipal >>.
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >), relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle
de terrain d'une superficie approximative de 3 530 metres carres, situee au 303, chemin
Golden Grove et portant Ie NID 55153217, afin de faire passer la classification s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et
bifamiliales << RS-2 )) a zone d'industrie legere << 1-1 )), fasse I'objet d'une premiere
lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The
City of Saint John >).
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle
de terrain d'une superficie approximative de 3 530 metres carres, situee au 303, chemin
Golden Grove et portant Ie NID 55153217, afin de faire passer la classification s'y
rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et
bifamiliales << RS-2 >) a zone d'industrie legere << 1-1 )>, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme
lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The
City of Saint John >).
(Councillor Court withdrew from the meeting due to a conflict of interest).
9.2(a) Proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment - 85 Hayes Avenue
9.2(b) Planning Advisory Committee Report
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to
the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 85 Hayes Avenue, having an area
of approximately 2100 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 00408666,
from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business
classification with no written objections received.
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee
submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its May 15, 2007 meeting at
which the Committee decided to recommend approval of staff recommendation,
recommending that Common Council deny the re-zoning the above mentioned parcel of
land.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with the
following presenting:
Jonathan Sherwood, 20 Hayes Avenue, Eric Doucet, 85 Hayes Avenue, Madonna
Hattie, 11 Hayes Avenue, Mary May, 95 Hayes Avenue and Gerald Brennan, 114 Hayes
Avenue expressed concerns of increased traffic, safety, the potential for other
commercial uses to become established, and property values.
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The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with the
property owner, Wayne McGaughey, advising that he does not have the opportunity for
other employment, noting that he does not want to expand, but wants to continue
operating his business.
Brenda Carr, 64 Hayes Avenue and Michelle Logan, daughter of Urban and Brenda
Carr, advocated in support of the re-zoning.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that staff meet with the citizens and the applicant to
come up with a solution to the re-zoning at 85 Hayes A venue, with a report back to
Council.
Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillors Chase, McGuire, Tait,
and Titus voting nay.
(Councillor Court re-entered the Council meeting.)
(Le conseiller Court quitte la seance en raison d'un conflit d'interets).
9.2a) Projet de modification de I'arrete de zonage visant Ie 85, avenue Hayes
9.2b) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Le greffier indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet de
modification du zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 85, avenue Hayes, d'une
superficie approximative de 2 100 metres carres et inscrite sous Ie N I D 00408666, pour
faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle de banlieue -
habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 >> a zone commerciale generale << B-2 >>,
et qu'aucune objection ecrite n'a ete re<;ue a cet egard.
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'une copie du
rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme, etudies lors de la reunion du 15 mai 2007,
a laquelle Ie comite a resolu d'appuyer I'approbation de la recommandation du personnel
voulant que Ie conseil communal rejette la demande de rezonage de la parcelle de
terrain susmentionnee.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition au projet de rezonage, et les
personnes suivantes prennent la parole:
Jonathan Sherwood, 20, avenue Hayes; Eric Doucet, 85, avenue Hayes; Madonna
Hattie, 11, avenue Hayes, Mary May, 95, avenue Hayes et Gerald Brennan,
114, avenue Hayes expriment leurs inquietudes au sujet de I'augmentation de la
circulation, de la securite, de la possibilite d'etablir d'autres utilisations commerciales et
de la valeur des proprietes.
Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage. Le proprietaire de la
propriete, Wayne McGaughey, indique qu'il ne s'est trouve aucun autre emploi, qu'il ne
veut pas agrandir son entreprise, mais qu'il veut continuer a I'exploiter.
Brenda Carr, du 64, avenue Hayes et Michelle Logan, fille de Urban et Brenda Carr, se
sont fait les defenseurs du rezonage.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que Ie personnel rencontre les citoyens et Ie demandeur
afin de trouver une solution au rezonage du terrain situe au 8, avenue Hayes et presente
un rapport au conseil.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee. Les conseillers Chase, McGuire, Tait et
Titus votent contre la proposition.
(Le conseiller Court se joint de nouveau a la seance du conseil.)
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9.3(a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment -1490 Manawagonish Road
9.3(b) Planning Advisory Committee Report
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to
the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 1490 Manawagonish Road, having
an area of approximately 2 hectares, also identified as being PID Numbers 403451 and
55002190, from "SC" Shopping Centre to "SC-2" Shopping Centre classification with no
written objections received.
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee
submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its May 15, 2007 meeting at
which the Committee decided to recommend approval of staff's recommendation,
recommending that Common Council approve the proposed re-zoning of the above
mentioned parcel of land.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with
Jim Henderson, 1471 Manawagonish Road representing several area residents,
indicating that they have experienced negative impacts due to the proximity of the
business.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with
Stacey Murray, the applicant advising that her establishment is small and that she has
never received any complaints. Fred Dixon, 44 Cedarwood Drive, represented the
property owner and offered his support of the re-zoning.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "The Zoning
By-law of the City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land with an area of
approximately 2 hectares located at 1490 Manawagonish Road, also identified as PID
Numbers 403451 and 55002190 from "SC" Shopping Centre to "SC-2" Shopping Centre
classification, with Section 39 conditions, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Deputy Mayor Hooton
and Councillors Court and Titus voting nay.
Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "The Zoning By-law of the City of Saint
John".
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "The Zoning
By-law of the City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land with an area of
approximately 2 hectares located at 1490 Manawagonish Road, also identified as PID
Numbers 403451 and 55002190 from "SC" Shopping Centre to "SC-2" Shopping Centre,
with Section 39 conditions, be read a second time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Deputy Mayor Hooton
and Councillors Court and Titus voting nay.
Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "The Zoning By-law of the City of Saint
John".
9.3a) Projet de modification de I'arrete de zonage visant Ie 1490, chemin
Manawagonish
9.3b) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Le greffier indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet de
modification du zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1490, chemin Manawagonish,
d'une superficie approximative de 2 hectares et inscrite sous les NID 403451 et
55002190, pour faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone de centre
commercial << SC >) a zone de centre commercial << SC-2 )>, et qu'aucune objection ecrite
n'a ete re<;ue a cet egard.
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'une copie du
rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme, etudies lors de la reunion du 15 mai 2007,
a laquelle Ie Comite a resolu d'appuyer I'approbation de la recommandation du
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personnel voulant que Ie conseil communal approuve Ie projet de rezonage de la
parcelle de terrain susmentionnee.
Le maire invite Ie public a exprimer son opposition au projet de rezonage. Jim
Henderson, du 1471, chemin Manawagonish, prend la parole au nom de plusieurs
residents du quartier et mentionne qu'ils ont subi des repercussions negatives en raison
de la proximite de I'entreprise.
Le maire invite Ie public a s'exprimer en faveur du projet de rezonage. Stacey Murray, la
requerante, prend la parole et indique que son etablissement est petit et qu'elle n'a
jamais re<;u de plaintes. Fred Dixon, du 44, promenade Cedarwood, represente la
proprietaire et dit qu'il appuie Ie projet de rezonage.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle
de terrain situee au 1490, chemin Manawagonish, d'une superficie approximative de
2 hectares et inscrite sous les NID 403451 et 55002190, pour faire passer la
classification s'y rapportant de zone de centre commercial << SC )) a zone de centre
commercial << SC-2 )>, sous reserve des conditions imposees par I'article 39, fasse I'objet
d'une premiere lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee. La mairesse suppleante
Hooton ainsi que les conseillers Court et Titus votent contre la proposition.
Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The
City of Saint John >).
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant
I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle
de terrain situee au 1490, chemin Manawagonish, d'une superficie approximative de
2 hectares et inscrite sous les NID 403451 et 55002190, pour faire passer la
classification s'y rapportant de zone de centre commercial << SC >) a zone de centre
commercial << SC-2 )), sous reserve des conditions imposees par I'article 39, fasse I'objet
d'une deuxieme lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee. La mairesse suppleante
Hooton ainsi que les conseillers Court et Titus votent contre la proposition.
Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The
City of Saint John
10. Consideration of By-laws
10.1 Third Reading Zoning By-law Amendment -13-15 Main Street
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 110-38, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John",
re-zoning a parcel of land located at 13-15 Main Street, with an area of approximately
370 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 00374694, from "IL-I"
Neighbourhood Institutional to "BR" Business Residential classification, be read.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
The by-law entitled, "By-law Number C. P. 110-38, 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 White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 110-38, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John",
re-zoning a parcel of land located at 13-15 Main Street, with an area of approximately
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370 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 00374694, from "IL-I"
Neighbourhood Institutional to "BR" Business 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. 110-38, A Law to
Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John".
10. Etude des arretes municipaux
10.1 Troisieme lecture de la modification de I'arrete de zonage visant Ie
13-15, rue Main
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete
nO C.P. 110-38 modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )), relativement au
rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 370 metres carres, situee
au 13-15, rue Main et portant Ie N I D 00374694 afin de faire passer la classification s'y
rapportant de zone de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >> a zone residentielle
commerciale << BR >), fasse I'objet d'une lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
L'arrete intitule<< Arrete nOC.P. 110-38 modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The City of
Saint John >> est lu integralement.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete
nO C.P. 110-38 modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )), relativement au
rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 370 metres carres, situee
au 13-15, rue Main et portant Ie N I D 00374694 afin de faire passer la classification s'y
rapportant de zone de quartier a vocation collective << IL-1 >) a zone residentielle
commerciale << BR >), 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. 110-38 modifiant I'arrete de
zonage de The City of Saint John )).
10.2 Third Reading Zoning By-law Amendment - Old North End
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 110-39, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John",
re-zoning various properties shown on the submitted map (except those properties
shown in black) located in Old North End, from "RM-I" Three Storey Multiple Residential
and "RM-2" High Rise Multiple Residential to "RM-IF" Multiple Residentiallnfill
classification, be read.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
The by-law entitled, "By-law Number C. P. 110-39, 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 White
RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law
Number C.P. 110-39, A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John",
re-zoning various properties shown on the submitted map (except those properties
shown in black) located in Old North End, from "RM-I" Three Storey Multiple Residential
and "RM-2" High Rise Multiple Residential to "RM-IF" Multiple Residentiallnfill
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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. 110-39, A Law to
Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John".
10.2 Troisieme lecture de la modification de I'arrete de zonage visant Ie quartier
Old North End
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO C.P. 110-
39 modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie zonage de
divers biens-fonds situes dans Ie quartier Old North End, tel que I'indique la carte
presentee (a I'exception des biens-fonds delimites en noir), afin de faire passer la
classification de zone residentielle d'immeubles a logements multiples de trois etages
<< RM-1 )) et de zone d'immeubles-tours a logements multiples << RM-2 >> a zone
d'edification de logements multiples sur terrain intercalaire << RM-IF )>, fasse I'objet d'une
lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
L'arrete intitule<< Arrete nOC.P. 110-39 modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The City of
Saint John >) est lu integralement.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete
nO C.P. 110-39 modifiant I'arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie
zonage de divers biens-fonds situes dans Ie quartier Old North End, tel que I'indique la
carte presentee (a I'exception des biens-fonds delimites en noir), afin de faire passer la
classification de zone residentielle d'immeubles a logements multiples de trois etages
<< RM-1 )) et de zone d'immeubles-tours a logements multiples << RM-2 >) a zone
d'edification de logements multiples sur terrain intercalaire << RM-IF )), fasse I'objet d'une
troisieme lecture, que ledit arrete soit edicte et que Ie sceau communal y so it appose.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Troisieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO C. P. 110-39 modifiant I'arrete de
zonage de The City of Saint John )).
10.3 Proposed Municipal Plan 71 Drury Cove Road
On motion of Councillor Farren
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan
Amendment which would re-designate on Schedule 2-A of the Plan from Low Density
Residential and Open Space to Business Park classification, a parcel of land with an
area of approximately 1.3 hectares, located at 71 Drury Cove Road, also identified as
being PID Number 55175558 and portions of PID Numbers 55027163,55161384 and
55178909 to permit re-zoning of the land from "B-2" General Business to "BP" Business
Park classification, be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and
recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising with a Public Hearing to be
held on Tuesday, July 3,2007.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.3 Projet de modification du plan municipal visant Ie 71, chemin Drury Cove
Proposition du conseiller Farren
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que Ie projet de modification du plan
municipal visant a modifier la classification, a I'annexe 2-A du plan, de zone residentielle
de faible densite et zone d'espaces libres a zone de parc commercial, d'une parcelle de
terrain d'une superficie approximative de 1,3 hectare, situee au 71, chemin Drury Cove
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et portant les NID 55027163,55161384 et 55178909 afin de permettre Ie rezonage de la
parcelle de terrain pour faire passer la classification de zone genera Ie commerciale
<< B-2 )) a zone de parc commercial << BP >), so it soumis au Comite consultatif
d'urbanisme aux fins de rapport et de recommandations, que la publication des avis a
cet effet soit autorisee et qu'une audience publique so it tenue Ie mardi 3 juillet 2007.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11. Submissions by Council Members
11.1 Proposed Reception for Holmes on Homes
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor MGuire
RESOLVED that Council host a public reception to
welcome Mr. Holmes and his crew to Saint John and thank him for selecting a very
deserving candidate from our community and that arrangements be made through the
Mayor's office.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that item 12.9, Grants Reductions for
Summer Programming be brought forward at this time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11. Intervention des membres du conseil
11.1 Reception proposee pour Holmes on Homes
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que Ie conseil organise une reception
publique pour souhaiter la bienvenue a M. Holmes et a son equipe a Saint John et pour
Ie remercier d'avoir choisi un candidat tres meritant de la collectivite, et que les
dispositions necessaires soient prises au bureau du maire.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que Ie point 12.9 Reduction des
subventions pour la programmation estivale soit examine des maintenant.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.9 Grant Reductions for Summer Programming
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the report advising Council that there has been a significant drop in grants that
the City and its partners normally receive to provide summer programming to the youth
of Saint John, noting that this reduction will have an impact on staff's ability to provide
the same level of service as last year, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.9 Reduction des subventions pour la programmation estivale
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, Ie rapport indiquant au conseilla diminution importante des subventions
normalement re<;ues par la ville et ses partenaires pour fournir une programmation
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estivale aux jeunes de Saint John et dans lequel on mentionne que cette reduction aura
une incidence sur la capacite du personnel a offrir Ie meme niveau de service que I'an
dernier, soit accepte a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.2 Funding for Not-for-Profit Organizations
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the Mayor write a letter to the
Prime Minister with a copy to Minister Solberg, Paul Zed, and Greg Thompson, thanking
him for his decision to fund not-for-profit applications for summer student employment,
and ask the Government of Canada to examine the criteria for grants on a go-forward
basis, to enable sustainable funding for these applications.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.2 Financement des organismes sans but lucratif
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que Ie maire ecrive une lettre au premier
ministre, avec copie au ministre Solberg, a Paul Zed et a Greg Thompson, dans laquelle
ille remercie d'avoir decide de financer les demandes sans but lucratif afferentes aux
emplois d'ete pour etudiants et dans laquelle il demande au gouvernement du Canada
d'examiner les criteres pour les subventions a I'avenir en vue de permettre Ie
financement durable de ces demandes.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.3 St. Peter's Ball Park
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the report recommending that
St. Peter's Ball Park be considered for renovations and restoration in the 2008 Leisure
Services and Facilities management capital budgets to restore it to its glory days as a
prime facility for baseball in Saint John be referred to the City Manager and the 2008
budget.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.3 Terrain de balle du parc St. Peter's
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que Ie rapport, recommandant que les
travaux de renovation et de restauration du terrain de balle St. Peter's figurent dans les
budgets d'immobilisations 2008 des Services des loisirs et de la Gestion des
installations afin que Ie terrain revit de nouveau des jours glorieux comme installation
principale de baseball a Saint John, so it soumis au directeur general et aux fins de
deliberations budgetaires pour 2008.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.4 Resolution on Pesticide Usage
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the resolution put forth by the
Cities of New Brunswick Association and submitted to the Provincial government,
New Brunswick Union of Municipalities and L'Association Francophone des
Municipalites du Nouveau-Brunswick regarding the ban on pesticide usage, be received
for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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(Mayor McFarlane ceded the Chair to the Deputy Mayor.)
11.4 Resolution sur I'utilisation des pesticides
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
RESOLU que la resolution avancee par
l'Association des cites du Nouveau-Brunswick et soumise au gouvernement provincial, a
I'Union des municipalites du Nouveau-Brunswick et a l'Association francophone des
municipalites du Nouveau-Brunswick ayant trait a I'interdiction d'utiliser des pesticides,
so it acceptee a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le maire McFarlane cede la presidence a la mairesse suppleante).
11.5 Multiplex Project
On motion of Mayor McFarlane
Seconded by Councillor Court
RESOLVED that the Multiplex Committee be
requested to revisit its earlier recommendations and report back with a revised concept
and possible funding options that will address the specific needs of Saint John.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
(Mayor McFarlane resumed his position as Chair.)
11.5 Projet multiplexe
Proposition du maire McFarlane
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court
RESOLU que I'on demande au comite du projet
multiplexe de reconsiderer ses recommandations anterieures et de produire un rapport
presentant un concept revise et des options possibles de financement qui repondront
aux besoins precis de Saint John.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
(Le maire McFarlane reprend son poste de president).
12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers
12.0 Pipeline through Rockwood Park
The City Solicitor advised Council that he has been contacted by the Clerk of the
Legislature informing him that the Committee had the following concerns with the
proposed Bill 55.
1. - wanted the bill tied more directly to the pipeline project in question
2. - concerned that the bill could be used in future to construct additional lines through
the Park
3. - wanted some definition where the line would be through the Park
He suggested amendments to the Bill making it explicitly clear that this would be
authority for the City for a one time only easement on condition that the National Energy
Board grant a certificate that was sought by Emera Brunswick for the pipeline in
question. He noted that this would give a meaningful idea of where it would be placed in
the Park.
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED the City Solicitor be directed to advise
the Standing Committee on Private Bills that The City of Saint John is suggesting
the following amendments to Bill 55 in order to address the concerns raised at
the Committee's hearings respecting the Bill:
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1. confirmation that the City be authorized and empowered one time only to
grant an easement for pipeline purposes through the Park; and
2. confirmation that the easement may be granted provided the grantee has
received a certificate pursuant to section 52 of the National Energy Board
Act with respect to the pipeline.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillors Court,
Farren, McGuire and White voting nay.
12.0 Pipeline traversant Ie parc Rockwood
L'avocat municipal avise Ie conseil que Ie greffier de l'Assemblee legislative a
communique avec lui pour I'informer que Ie comite avait les preoccupations suivantes
relativement au projet de loi 55 :
1. - desire que Ie projet de loi soit lie plus directement au projet de pipeline en question;
2. - est preoccupe par Ie fait que Ie projet de loi puisse etre utilise a I'avenir pour
construire des pipelines additionnels qui traverseront Ie parc;
3. - desire savoir a quel endroit Ie pipeline traversera Ie parco
II suggere d'apporter des modifications au projet de loi afin qu'il so it tres clair que cela
autoriserait la ville a accorder une servitude non renouvelable a condition que l'Office
national de I'energie delivre Ie certificat que la Societe Emera Brunswick exigeait pour Ie
pipeline en question. II note que cela donnerait une bonne idee de I'emplacement du
pipeline dans Ie parco
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que I'avocat municipal so it charge
d'aviser Ie Comite permanent des projets de loi d'interet prive que
The City of Saint John suggere d'apporter les modifications suivantes au
projet de loi 55 afin de dissiper les inquietudes sou levees au cours des
audiences du comite concernant Ie projet de loi :
1. confirmation que la Ville est autorisee et habilitee a accorder une
servitude non renouvelable aux fins d'installation d'un pipeline a travers Ie
parc;
2. confirmation que la servitude peut etre accordee a condition que la
concessionnaire ait re<;u un certificat a I'egard d'un pipeline, en vertu de
I'article 52 de la Loi sur I'Office national de I'energie.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Les conseillers Court,
Farren, McGuire et White votent contre la proposition.
12.1 Absence of Quorum for June 4, 2007 Council Meeting
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that as recommended by the Common
Clerk, a regular meeting of Council be scheduled for Monday, May 28, 2007 at
5:00 p.m.; the scheduled June 4,2007 regular meeting of Council be re-scheduled for
Wednesday, June 6,7:00 p.m. following an open Committee of the Whole Meeting to be
held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. for a Vision 2015 presentation, and that the matter be
referred to the Clerk to notify the public of the meeting times.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12. Affaires municipales evoquees par les fonctionnaires municipaux
12.1 Absence de quorum lors de la seance du conseil qui s'est tenue Ie
4 juin 2007
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie greffier
communal, une reunion ordinaire du conseil soit fixee au lundi 28 mai 2007, a 17 h; que
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la seance ordinaire du conseil prevue pour Ie 4 juin 2007 soit reportee au
mercredi 6 juin, a 19 h, a la suite de la seance publique du comite plenier qui se tiendra
de 17 h a 19 h pour la presentation du groupe consultatif de citoyens pour la Vision 2015
et que la question so it soumise au greffier afin qu'il avise Ie public de I'horaire des
seances.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.2 Community Loan Fund
On motion of Councillor Farren
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that the presentation made on behalf
of the Community Loan Fund at the Committee of the Whole meeting of May 7,2007, be
referred to the City Solicitor for a report.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.2 Fonds d'emprunt communautaire
Proposition du conseiller Farren
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que la presentation faite au nom de
Fonds d'emprunt communautaire lors de la seance du comite plenier du 7 mai 2007 soit
soumise a I'avocat municipal aux fins de redaction d'un rapport.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.3 2006 Water & Sewerage Utility Fund and General Fund Capital Programs -
Analysis Report
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, the report providing Council with an Analysis Report on the 2006 Water &
Sewerage Utility Fund and General Fund Capital Programs, be received for information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.3 Programme d'immobilisations du fonds des services d'aqueduc et
d'egouts et du fonds d'administration pour 2006 - Rapport d'analyse
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par Ie conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, Ie rapport fournissant au conseil un rapport d'analyse sur les programmes
relatifs aux immobilisations du fonds du service d'aqueduc et d'egouts et du fonds
d'administration pour 2006 so it accepte a titre informatif.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.4 Contract 2007-1 -Manawagonish Road and Carpenter Place - Street
Reconstruction
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Contract 2007-1: Manawagonish Road and Carpenter Place - Water, Sanitary
& Storm Sewer Installation; Manawagonish Road -Ridge Row to Fairville Blvd. - Street
Reconstruction; Municipal Designated Highways Grant Program, be awarded to the low
tenderer, Galbraith Construction Ltd., at the tendered price of $2,850,341.25 as
calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common
Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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12.4 Contrat nO 2007-1 relatif a la refection du chemin Manawagonish et de la
place Carpenter
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, Ie contrat 2007-1 visant I'installation du reseau d'aqueduc et des egouts
sanitaires et pluviaux du chemin Manawagonish et de la place Carter ainsi que les
travaux de refection du chemin Manawagonish, entre Ie boulevard Fairville et la ruelle
Ridge, en vertu du programme de subvention relatif aux routes municipales designees,
so it accorde au soumissionnaire moins-disant, Galbraith Construction Ltd., au prix offert
de 2 850 341,25 $, etabli a partir de quantites estimatives, et que Ie maire et Ie greffier
communal soient autorises a signer les documents contractuels necessaires.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.5 Contract 2007-8 - Loch Lomond Road - Water Main Seals
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Contract 2007-8: Loch Lomond Road - 900mm Water Main Seals be awarded
to the low tenderer, Alltech Solutions Inc., at the tendered price of $387,215. as
calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common
Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.5 Contrat nO 2007-8 relatif a I'etancheite de la conduite d'eau principale du
chemin Loch Lomond
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general, Ie contrat nO 2007-8, visant la reparation de I'etancheite de la conduite d'eau
principale de 900 mm du chemin Loch Lomond, soit accorde au soumissionnaire
moins-disant Alltech Solutions Inc., au prix offert de 387215 $, etabli a partir de
quantites estimatives, et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer
les documents contractuels requis.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.7 Sister Community - Elsipogtog First Nation
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager:
Common Council of the City of Saint John establish a Sister Community relationship with
The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First Nation and adopt the following resolution:
I. WHEREAS The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq were among the First Nations tribes to
inhabit the Saint John region, and
II. WHEREAS The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First Nation and The City of Saint John are
interested in exploring and promoting wealth creation opportunities common to
both communities, and
III. WHEREAS The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First Nation and The City of Saint John wish
to create mutually beneficial opportunities and industry partnerships related to
cultural, heritage and waterfront tourism product as examples of development in
the City, and
IV. WHEREAS The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First Nation and The City of Saint John
desire to explore the educational opportunities for youth and citizens by
enhancing interaction and cultural awareness with founding First Nations
cultures, and
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V. WHEREAS the Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First Nation and The City of Saint John have
both expressed an interest and willingness to work together for the greater good
of their citizens, and
VI. WHEREAS a sister community relationship between The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq
First Nation and The City of Saint John will afford a valuable opportunity for both
to stand together to attract financial and cultural support form various national
organizations and other levels of government
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that The Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First Nation be officially
recognized as the Sister Community of The City of Saint John as of the date of adoption
of this resolution, and
FURTHER, that the Mayor and Common Council of The City of Saint John extend
greetings and best wishes to Chief Susan Levi-Peters of the Elsipogtog Mi'Kmaq First
Nation in recognition of this new found relationship.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.7 Relations de jumelage avec la Premiere nation d'Elsipogtog
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur
general :
Ie conseil communal de The City of Saint John etablisse des relations de jumelage avec
la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog et adopte la resolution suivante :
I. A TTENDU QUE la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog comptait parmi les
premieres tribus des Premieres nations a habiter la region de Saint John;
II. A TTENDU QUE la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog et The City of Saint
John s'interessent a I'etude et a la promotion de fa<;ons de creer de la richesse
qui sont communes aux deux collectivites;
III. A TTENDU QUE la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog et The City of Saint
John desirent creer des occasions et des partenariats industriels mutuellement
avantageux qui sont lies aux produits touristiques relatifs a la culture, au
patrimoine et au secteur riverain, a titre d'exemples du developpement de la ville;
IV. A TTENDU QUE la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog et The City of Saint
John desirent etudier les possibilites en matiere d'education pour les jeunes et
les citoyens afin de favoriser la sensibilisation aux cultures des Premieres
nations fondatrices ainsi que I'interaction avec ces dernieres;
V. A TTENDU QUE la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog et The City of Saint
John ont manifeste leur interet et leur volonte a travailler en collaboration dans
I'interet de leurs citoyens;
VI. A TTENDU QUE des relations de jumelage entre la Premiere nation mi'kmaq
d'Elsipogtog et The City of Saint John offriront une occasion en or aux deux
collectivites d'etre solidaires pour attirer un soutien d'ordre financier et culturel
proven ant de divers organismes nationaux et d'autres ordres de gouvernement.
IL EST DONC RESOLU que la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog soit officiellement
reconnue comme la collectivite jumelle de The City of Saint John en date de I'adoption
de la presente resolution;
IL EST DE PLUS RESOLU que Ie maire et Ie conseil communal de The City of Saint
John presentent leurs sinceres salutations et leurs meilleurs vceux a la chef Susan
Levi-Peters de la Premiere nation mi'kmaq d'Elsipogtog en reconnaissance de
I'etablissement de ces nouvelles relations.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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12.8 Request for Amendment to By-law Respecting Control of Dogs and Cats
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law
Number M-13, A By-law Respecting the Control of Dogs and Cats in the City of Saint
John Made under the Authority of Section 96 of the Municipalities Act", amended by
repealing Section 9(3) and substituting the following: "9(3) A person who fails to comply
with any other provision of this by-law commits an offence and is liable to a fine of not
less than $250 and not more than $500.", 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 M-13, A By-law Respecting
the Control of Dogs and Cats in the City of Saint John Made under the Authority of
Section 96 of the Municipalities Act".
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the By-law entitled, "By-law
Number M-13, A By-law Respecting the Control of Dogs and Cats in the City of Saint
John Made under the Authority of Section 96 of the Municipalities Act", amended by
repealing Section 9(3) and substituting the following: "9(3) A person who fails to comply
with any other provision of this by-law commits an offence and is liable to a fine of not
less than $250 and not more than $500.", 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 M-13, A By-law
Respecting the Control of Dogs and Cats in the City of Saint John Made under the
Authority of Section 96 of the Municipalities Act".
On motion of Councillor McGuire
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the meeting continue beyond
10:00 p.m. to complete the agenda.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.8 Demande de modification de I'arrete concernant la surveillance des chiens
et des chats
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO M-13
concernant la surveillance des chiens et des chats dans The City of Saint John, en vertu
de I'article 96 de la Loi sur les municipalites )) soit modifie en abrogeant Ie
paragraphe 9(3) et en Ie rempla<;ant par ce qui suit: Que Ie paragraphe 9(3), stipulant
que << 9(3) Toute personne qui ne respecte pas I'une des dispositions du present arrete
commet une infraction et est passible d'une amende de 250 $ a 500 $ )>, 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 M-13 concernant la surveillance
des chiens et des chats dans The City of Saint John, en vertu de I'article 96 de la Loi sur
les municipalites >).
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO M-13
concernant la surveillance des chiens et des chats dans The City of Saint John, en vertu
de I'article 96 de la Loi sur les municipalites )) soit modifie en abrogeant Ie
paragraphe 9(3) et en Ie rempla<;ant par ce qui suit: Que Ie paragraphe 9(3), stipulant
que << 9(3) Toute personne qui ne respecte pas I'une des dispositions du present arrete
commet une infraction et est passible d'une amende de 250 $ a 500 $ )>, fasse I'objet
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d'une deuxieme lecture.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO M-13 concernant la surveillance
des chiens et des chats dans The City of Saint John, en vertu de I'article 96 de la Loi sur
les municipalites >>.
Proposition du conseiller McGuire
Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren
RESOLU que la seance so it prolongee au-dela de
22 h afin de pouvoir traiter de tous les points figurant a I'ordre du jour.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
13. Committee Reports
13.1 Recreation Implementation Committee Report
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that Common Council agree in
principal to the submitted recommendations numbers 1, 2, 4 and 5, based on a "Phased
Approval Approach", and direct the City Manager to implement the necessary staff
collaboration and/or administrative documents to finalize the partnership arrangements
described in the submitted report.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Titus voting
nay.
13. Rapports deposes par les comites
13.1 Rapport du comite de mise en ceuvre des loisirs
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que Ie conseil communal accepte en
principe les recommandations soumises nOs 1, 2, 4 et 5 qui sont fondees sur une
<< demarche d'approbation progressive >), et charge Ie directeur general de mettre en
ceuvre la collaboration du personnel ou les documents administratifs necessaires afin de
conclure les ententes de partenariat decrites dans Ie rapport presente.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Titus vote
contre la proposition.
13.2 Fundy Region Solid Waste Commission re Transportation of Solid Waste
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that as requested by the Fundy Solid
Waste Commission, Common Council support the Province's attempt to enact legislation
which would prevent solid waste haulers from shipping any solid waste outside of New
Brunswick and between regions within the Province, and that a letter be sent to the
Provincial Department of Environment and MLA's advising of this support.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
13.2 Commission de gestion des dechets solides de la region de Fundy
relativement au transport des dechets solides
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande la
Commission de gestion des dechets solides de la region de Fundy, Ie conseil communal
appuie la tentative de la province visant a adopter une loi qui empecherait les
entreprises de transports routiers d'expedier tout dechet solide a I'exterieur du Nouveau-
Brunswick et entre les regions de la province, et qu'une lettre soit envoyee au ministere
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de l'Environnement provincial et aux membres de l'Assemblee legislative pour les
informer de cet appui.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda
14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a I'approbation du
conseil
15. General Correspondence
15. Correspondance generale
16. Adjournment
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
16. Cloture de la seance
Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 22 h 5.
Mayor/maire
Common Clerk/greffier communal