2007-08-13_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jourCity of Saint John
Common Council Meeting
Monday, August 13, 2007
Committee of the Whole
1. Call to Order
4:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole - 8th Floor Boardroom
1.0 Employment Matter 10.2(4)(b)
1.1 Legal Proceedings 10.2(4)(g)
1.2 Legal Counsel 10.2(4)(f)
1.3 Personnel Matters 10.2(4)(b)
1.4 Personnel Matter 10.2(4)(b)
1.5 Personnel Matter 10.2(4)(b)
1.6 Property Matters 10.2(4)(d)
1.7 Land Negotiations 10.2(4)(d)
1.8 Personnel Matter 10.2(4)(b)
Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order - Prayer
6:30 p.m. Council Chamber City Hall
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Approval of July 30, 2007 Minutes
3. Adoption of Agenda
4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 Vibrant Communities Request to Present (Recommendation: Refer to Clerk to
Schedule Presentation)
5.2 Communication Survey (Recommendation: Receive for Information)
5.3 Assignment of Lease Stall 4 City Market (Recommendation in Report)
5.4 Design and Construction Management: Flow Monitoring - Water Distribution
System (Recommendation in Report)
5.5 Public Hearing Date - 461 Ellerdale Street (Recommendation in Report)
5.6 Amendments to Saint John Preservation Areas By -law (Recommendation in
Report)
5.7 Proposed Development Crane Mountain Road (Recommendation in Report)
5.8 Sale of Land at 100 Meadowbank Avenue (Recommendation in Report)
5.9 Land Acquisition - Watershed (Recommendation in Report)
5.10 Sale of Portion of Closed Street (formerly Egbert Street Extension)
(Recommendation in Report)
5.11 Capital Financing - 2007 Debenture Issue (Recommendation in Report)
5.12 Fallsview Drive Slope Failure (Recommendation in Report)
5.13 Tender for Tires and Tubes (Recommendation in Report)
6. Members Comments
7. Proclamation
7.1 Port City Rainbow Pride Festival Week
8. Delegations / Presentations
8.17:15 p.m. Al Williams - Saint John Ride Park
8.2 7:45 p.m. Saint John Industrial Parks
9. Public Hearings
7:00 p.m.
9.1(a) Proposed Section 39 Amendment 9 Simpson Drive
9.1(b) Planning Advisory Committee Not Recommending Section 39 Amendment
9 Simpson Drive
10. Consideration of By -laws
10.1 Third Reading Traffic By -law Amendment Millidge Avenue and
Kennebecasis Drive
10.2(a) Third Reading Zoning By -law Amendment Red Head Area
10.2(b) Section 39 Conditions Red Head Area
10.3 Third Reading Municipal Plan Amendment Secondary Access to Red Head
Area
11. Submissions by Council Members
11.1 Grant Request for 51 Metcalf St Old North End Home Ownership Program
(Councillor McGuire)
11.2 Bus Service to the Latimore Lake Community (Councillor Chang)
11.3 Timing of Ward/Mixed System Implementation (Deputy Mayor Hooton)
11.4 Feasibility of Installing LED Traffic Lights (Councillor Ferguson)
11.5 Employment Matter (Councillor Ferguson)
11.6 Consolidation of Boards (Councillor Tait)
11.7 Complaints Uptown Area Skateboards Bikes Panhandlers (Councillor Court)
12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers
12.1 Information from Elections NB
12.2 2086 Ocean Westway
12.3 Rockwood Park Golf Course - Agreement with Total Golf Management, Inc.
12.4 Saint John Community Loan Fund
12.5 2007 Capital Budget
13. Committee Reports
13.1 Saint John Industrial Parks - White Rocks Road Pipe Materials Rebate
13.2 Saint John Industrial Parks - Public Utility Easement Assent
14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda
15. General Correspondence
16. Adjournment
City of Saint John
Seance du conseil communal
Le lundi 13 aout 2007
Comite plenier
1. Ouverture de la seance
16 h 30 Comite plenier - salle de conference du 8e Rage
1.0 Matiere d'emploi - 10.2(4)(b)
1.1 Procedures judiciaires - alinea 10.2(4)g)
1.2 Conseiller juridique - alinea 10.2(4)f)
1.3 Questions relatives au personnel - alinea 10.2(4)b)
1.4 Question relative au personnel - alinea 10.2(4)b)
1.5 Question relative au personnel - alinea 10.2(4)b)
1.6 Questions relatives aux biens -fonds - alinea 10.2(4)d)
1.7 Negociations relatives aux biens -fonds - alinea 10.2(4)d)
1.8 Question relative au personnel - alinea 10.2(4)b)
Seance ordinaire
1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere
18 h 30 Salle du conseil a 11h6tel de ville
2. Approbation du proces- verbal
2.1 Approbation du proces- verbal de la seance tenue le 30 juillet 2007
3. Adoption de l'ordre du jour
4. Divulgations de conflits d'interets
5. Questions soumises it 1'approbation du conseil
5.1 Demande presentee par Communautes vivantes visant a se presenter devant le
conseil (recommandation : transmettre au greffier pour qu'une date de
pr6sentation soit fixee)
5.2 Enquete sur les communications (recommandation : accepter a titre
informatif)
5.3 Assentiment quant au bail de location de 1'eta14 du marche municipal
(recommandation formulee au rapport)
5.4 Gestion de la conception et de la construction : Surveillance du flot - Systeme
de distribution de Peau a divers endroits (recommandation formulee au rapport)
5.5 Date de la tenue dune audience publique relativement au 461, rue Ellerdale
(recommandation formulee au rapport)
5.6 Modification de Parrete relatif aux aires de conservation de The City of Saint
John (recommandation formulee au rapport)
5.7 Amenagement propos6 pour le chemin Crane Mountain (recommandation
formulee au rapport)
5.8 Vente dun bien -fonds situ6 au 100, avenue Meadowbank (recommandation
formul6e au rapport)
5.9 Acquisition de biens -fonds relative au bassin hydrographique
(recommandation formul6e au rapport)
5.10 Vente dune partie dune rue ferm6e (anciennement 1'extension de la rue
Egbert (recommandation formul6e au rapport)
5.11 Financement des immobilisations - Emission d'obligations de 2007
(recommandation formul6e au rapport)
5.12 Affaissement de la pente de la promenade Fallsview (recommandation
formul6e au rapport)
5.13 Soumissions relatives aux pneus et aux chambres a air (recommandation
formul6e au rapport)
6. Commentaires pr6sent6s par les membres
7. Proclamation
7.1 Semaine de la fiertE du drapeau arc -en -ciel dans ]a ville portuaire
8. D616gations et pr6sentations
8.1 19 h 15 - Al Williams - Piste de Saint John
8.2 19 h 45 - Saint John Industrial Parks
9. Audiences publiques
19h
9.1(a) Projet de modification des conditions impos6es par Particle 39 visant le
9, promenade Simpson
9.1(b) Rapport pr6sent6 par le Comit6 consultatif d'urbanisme ne recommandant
pas le projet de modification des conditions impos6es par Particle 39 visant le
9, promenade Simpson
10. Etude des arret& municipaux
10.1 Troisieme lecture de la modification de 1'Arret6 relatif a la circulation visant
1'avenue Millidge et la promenade Kennebecasis
10.2(a) Troisieme lecture du projet de modification de 1'arret6 de zonage visant la
r6gion de Red Head
10.2(b) Conditions impos6es par Particle 39 visant la r6gion de Red Head
10.3 Troisieme lecture de la modification du plan municipal visant la voie d'acces
secondaire en direction de la r6gion Red Head
11. Intervention des membres du conseil
11.1 Demande de subvention du programme de possession de maisons dans le
quartier Old North End visant le 51, rue Metcalf (conseiller McGuire)
11.2 Service d'autobus pour la communaut6 du lac Latimore (conseiller Chang)
11.3 Mise en oeuvre dun systeme Electoral mixte /par circonscription (mairesse
suppl6ante Hooton)
11.4 Possibilit6 d'installer des feux de signalisation DEL (conseiller Ferguson)
11.5 Mati6re d'emploi (conseiller Ferguson)
11.6 Amalgamation des commissions (conseiller Tait)
11.7 Plaintes du centre -ville concernant les planches a roulettes, les bicyclettes et
la mendicit6 (conseiller Court)
12. Affaires municipales 6voqu6es par les fonctionnaires municipaux
12.1 Pr6sentation d'information d'Elections NB
12.2 2086, voie Ouest Ocean
12.3 Terrain de golf du parc Rockwood — Entente avec Total Golf
Management Inc.
12.4 Fonds d'emprunt communautaire de Saint John
12.5 Budget d'immobilisations de 2007
13. Rapports deposes par les comites
13.1 Saint John Industrial Parks relativement a la deduction sur le cout du
materiel de tuyauterie visant le chemin White Rocks
13.2 Saint John Industrial Parks relativement a 1'approbation de la servitude
d'utilite publique
14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a 1'approbation du conseil
15. Correspondance generale
16. Cloture de la seance
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING — THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
CITY HALL — JULY 30, 2007 - 6:10 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; L. Farrell, Solicitor; Greg Yeomans,
Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer; P. Groody,
Commissioner of Municipal Operations; J. Baird, Commissioner
of Planning and Development; W. Edwards, Commissioner of
Buildings and Inspection Services; D. Parks, Inspector, Police
Force; A. Beckett, Deputy City Manager; P. Woods, Common
Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and J. Ferrar, Administrative
Assistant
SEANCE DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
TENUE A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 30 JUILLET 2007 A 18 H 10
Sont prbsents :
Norman McFarlane, maire
la mairesse supplbante Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase,
Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White
et
T. Totten, directeur gbnbral; Mme L. Farrell, avocate; Greg
Yeomans, commissaire aux finances et trbsorier; P. Groody,
commissaire aux opbrations municipales; J. Baird, commissaire a
I'urbanisme et au dbveloppement; W. Edwards, commissaire aux
services d'inspection et des batiments; D. Parks, inspecteur,
service de police; A. Beckett, directeur gbnbral adjoint; P. Woods,
greffier communal et directeur gbnbral adjoint; ainsi que J. Ferrar,
adjointe administrative.
Call To Order — Prayer
Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and Reverend David Warren offered the
opening prayer.
Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere
La sbance est ouverte par le maire McFarlane et le pasteur David Warren rbcite la pribre
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 July 16 & 17, 2007, be approved.
Referring to the presentation on July 16th with respect to the motocross track, Councillor
Ferguson expressed the view that the community group expected Mr. Williams to make
a presentation to Council this evening and questioned when the report from staff would
be coming to Council. Responding, Mayor McFarlane advised the report is not ready
noting that there are several people that own this park, in addition to Mr. Williams, and
the City Manager has been meeting with them and will be submitting a report for
Council's next meeting. Mr. Totten explained that Mr. Williams was contacted offering
him the opportunity to present to Council but he did not submit anything for the agenda.
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Councillor Court expressed concern with delaying the matter and suggested that Council
move forward and make a decision. Mr. Totten stated that he would have a report with
the options and recommended course of action for the next meeting of Council.
Councillor Court requested that the City Manager's report contain a review of the entire
site from the period 2001 - 2004 and the conditions placed on this area.
Responding to a question raised, Mr. Edwards explained the steps that would be
required if the site was to be closed down, pointing out this process, could take four to
six months. Councillor Farren expressed concern the report did not come to Council this
week to which Mr. Totten suggested that Council adopt a motion directing staff to take
whatever actions that are necessary to start the process to close the motocross track.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the City Manager take whatever
actions that are necessary to cease the operation of a motocross track located on the
West Side.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Councillor Titus voting
"nay"
Councillor Titus stressed there is only one time to do this right pointing out that Council
does not have any legal advice or the staff report yet and expressed the view that it is
irresponsible to move ahead without the report from the City Manager.
Councillor Ferguson stated that he wanted to amend the motion. Mayor McFarlane
advised this could not be done as the vote had already been taken. Councillor Farren
expressed his disagreement with the motion as well, advising that he would prefer to
have all the information before making a decision.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the previous motion passed,
"RESOLVED that the City Manager take whatever actions that are necessary to start the
process to close the motocross track located on the West Side. ", be re- considered.
A brief discussion followed with Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillor White explaining
that it was their intent to have the City Manager examine the situation, consult with the
appropriate staff and report back to Council if it is possible to take the action to have the
motocross activity cease.
Mr. Totten explained he did not have a report for this meeting because he was expecting
Mr. Williams to make a presentation. Councillor Ferguson suggested the original motion
"RESOLVED that the City Manager take whatever actions that are necessary to start the
process to close the motocross track located on the West Side. ", be rescinded and
proposed that the City Manager proceed with implementing the stoppage of motocross
activity on this property and speak to the property owner(s); and if anything of serious
relevance presents itself, otherwise move in this direction.
Mayor McFarlane expressed the opinion this proposed motion is the same as the
original motion.
Question being taken, the motion to re- consider was lost with the majority
voting "nay ".
Question being taken, the original motion was carried.
2. Approbation du proces- verbal
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que le proces- verbal de la sbance du
conseil communal tenue les 16 et 17 juillet 2007 soit approuvb.
Se reportant a la presentation donnee le 16 juillet relativement b la piste de moto- cross,
le conseiller Ferguson exprime son opinion relativement au fait que le groupe
communautaire s'attendait b ce que M. Williams fasse une presentation devant le
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conseil ce soir meme et s'informe de la date de transmission du rapport du personnel au
conseil. Le maire McFarlane repond que ce rapport n'est pas definitif et indique que les
proprietaires du parc en question sont nombreux et que, en plus de M. Williams, le
directeur general s'est egalement reuni avec ceux -ci et doit presenter un rapport devant
le conseil au cours de la prochaine seance. M. Totten explique que M. Williams avait
communique avec lui pour lui offrir ('occasion de se presenter devant le conseil, mais it
n'a soumis aucun point a l'ordre du jour.
Le conseiller Court exprime ses inquietudes quant au report de la question et suggere
que le conseiller prenne une decision rapidement. M. Totten indique qu'il presentera au
cours de la prochaine seance du conseil un rapport soulignant les options disponibles et
les demarches recommandees. Le conseiller Court demande que le rapport du
directeur general inclue une etude de 1'emplacement dans son ensemble, y compris les
conditions imposees dans le secteur, au cours de la periode allant de 2001 a 2004.
En reponse a une question posee, M. Edwards souligne les demarches devant titre
entreprises pour fermer 1'emplacement et indique que ce processus pourrait prendre de
quatre a six mois. Le conseiller Farren exprime ses inquietudes, a savoir que le rapport
n'a pas ete presente au conseil cette semaine et que M. Totten suggere que le conseil
adopte une proposition visant a charger les employes d'entreprendre toute action
necessaire afin d'entamer le processus de fermeture de la piste de moto- cross.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que le directeur general entreprenne
toute action necessaire afin de mettre fin aux operations de la piste de moto -cross situee
dans le quartier West Side.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee. Le conseiller Titus vote
contre la proposition.
Le conseiller Titus constate que cette demarche ne peut titre menee a bien qu'une seule
fois et souligne que le conseil n'a repu aucun avis juridique ni le rapport du personnel et
exprime son opinion vselon laquelle it est irresponsable de proceder sans avoir consulte
le rapport du directeur general.
Le conseiller Ferguson indique qu'il desire modifier la proposition. Le maire McFarlane
affirme qu'il est impossible de le faire puisque le conseil a deja procede au vote sur cette
question. Le conseiller Farren exprime egalement son desaccord avec la proposition et
indique qu'il prefere avoir acces a ('information integrale avant de prendre une decision.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que la proposition adoptee
anterieurement et libellee comme suit: « RESOLU que le directeur general entreprenne
toute action necessaire afin d'entamer le processus de fermeture de la piste de moto-
cross situee dans le quartier West Side », soit reexaminee.
Une breve discussion s'ensuit et la mairesse suppleante Hooton, ainsi que le conseiller
White, expliquent qu'ils ont ('intention de demander au directeur general d'etudier la
situation, de consulter les employes competents et de renseigner le conseil sur la
possibilite d'entreprendre des demarches visant a faire cesser les activites de la piste de
moto- cross.
M. Totten explique qu'il n'a pas presente un rapport a cette seance puisqu'il s'attendait a
ce que M. Williams donne une presentation. Le conseiller Ferguson suggere que la
proposition originale libellee comme suit: « RESOLU que le directeur general
entreprenne toute action necessaire afin d'entamer le processus de fermeture de la piste
de moto -cross situee dans le quartier West Side » soit annulee, et propose que le
directeur general procede a la mise en oeuvre du processus.
Le maire McFarlane exprime son opinion, selon laquelle cette proposition est semblable
a I'originale.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition de reexamen est rejetee puisque la
majorite des conseillers ont vote contre.
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A I'issue du vote, la proposition initiale est adoptee.
3. Adoption of Agenda
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be
approved with the addition of items 13.2 Committee of the Whole Report - Property
Negotiations, 15.1 Total Golf Management and the withdrawal of item 9.4 Heritage
Conservation By -law Amendment.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Deputy Mayor Hooton gave the following Notice of Motion. "I do hereby give Notice that
I will be bringing forward a motion to amend Council's resolution on the timing of the
plebiscite question for the mixed wards proposal for the 2008 municipal election ballot ".
3. Adoption de I'ordre du jour
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que I'ordre du jour de la presente seance
soit adopte moyennant I'ajout des points 13.2, Rapport du comite plenier— negociations
relatives aux biens- fonds; 15. 1, Total Golf Management, et le retrait du point
9.4, modification relative a I'arrete concernant les aires de conservation.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
La mairesse suppleante Hooton presente I'avis de motion suivant : « Avis vous est par
les presentes donne que je presenterai une proposition visant a modifier la resolution du
conseil adoptant la proposition relative a 1'echeancier du plebiscite sur le systeme
electoral mixte, en ce qui a trait au bulletin de vote prevu pour les elections municipales
de 2008.
4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest
4. Divulgations de conflits d'interets
5. Consent Agenda
5.1 That the letter from Ken Golding regarding the condition of the tennis courts
behind the Peter Murray Arena on Dever Road, be referred to the City Manager.
5.2 That the letter from the River Road Community Alliance Inc. requesting to make
a presentation to Council, be referred to the Common Clerk to schedule a presentation.
5.3 That the letter from the New Brunswick Historical Society thanking the City for it's
contribution regarding the re- painting of the Loyalist House, be received for information.
5.4 That the letter from the Founding of Canada Committee requesting that a
representative from the City become a member of the Board of Directors, be referred to
the Nominating Committee.
5.5 That the Saint John Transit Commission 2006 Annual Report, be received for
information.
5.6 That the update from Vision 2015, Community Vision Project commenting on
some of the highlights and goals of the community vision process, be received for
information.
5.7 That as recommended by the City Manager, the additional costs incurred on
Contract 2006 -26 Latimer Lake and Spruce Lake Water Treatment Facilities be
approved and the submitted report be received for information.
5.8 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve the
additional fee of $46,000. from Ralph Smith Engineering Ltd. to provide design and
construction management services for the Latimer lake and Spruce lake Water
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Treatment Facilities - electrical, mechanical and architectural upgrades as outlined in the
submitted report.
5.9 That as recommended by the City Manager, Contract 2007 -35: Watermain
Cleaning & Lining, Phase 3, be awarded to the tenderer, Alltech Solutions Inc., at the
revised tender price of $1,480,015. as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and
further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
contract documents.
5.10 That as recommended by the City Manager, the four streets or street segments
identified herein (Foster Thurston Drive, Hemlock Street, Ash Street and Lakeside Drive)
be added to the asphalt resurfacing program for 2007 (at an estimated cost of $298,000)
and that Common Council approve the addition of these streets to Contract # 2007 -27,
Asphalt Concrete Resurfacing 2007, awarded on May 28, 2007 to Classic Construction
Ltd.
5.11 That as recommended by the City Manager, Contract 2007 -31: Crack Sealing -
2007, be awarded to the low tenderer, Road Savers Maritime Limited, at the tendered
price of $25,450., as calculated based upon estimated quantities, and further that the
Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary contract documents.
5.12 That as recommended by the City Manager, Contract 2007 -4: Karen Street —
Sanitary Sewer Extension & Lateral Relocation be awarded to the low tenderer, Maguire
Excavating Ltd., at the tendered price of $223,799. as calculated based upon estimated
quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary contract documents.
5.13 That as recommended by the City Manager, Contract 2007 -16: Hillcrest Road
(Grahams Brook to Civic #829) — Road Reconstruction, be awarded to the low tenderer,
Galbraith Construction Ltd., at the tendered price of $279,500. as calculated based upon
estimated quantities, and further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to
execute the necessary contract documents.
5.14 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council provide
sponsorship funding to Opera New Brunswick's production of La Traviata, to be held
here in Saint John in September 2007, in the amount of $6,000. and further, that the
Cultural Affairs Officer communicate directly with Opera New Brunswick, the details and
timing of the City's budget process.
5.15 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council approve the
following changes:
1. That the Red Head Secondary Access road be named Bayside Drive;
2. That the section of Old Black River Road between Grandview Avenue and Cottage
Road be renamed Bayside Drive.
5.16 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council amend the list of
Official Street Names and approve the following change:
1. Add the name parc Woodhollow Park.
5.17 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council schedule the
public hearings regarding the rezoning applications of 629501 N.B. Ltd., Joe Mallette,
and Northstar Holdings Ltd. for Monday, August 27, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Chamber.
5.18 That as recommended by the City Manager, notwithstanding the City's
Procurement Policy for engagement of professional services, Common Council
authorize staff to conduct negotiations for the engagement of Godfrey Associates Ltd. to
carry out design and construction management services for the reconstruction of
Rothesay Road (PDH #100).
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the recommendation set out for
each consent agenda item respectively, be adopted.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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5. Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil
5.1 RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Ken Golding visant I'etat des courts de
tennis a I'arriere de I'arena Peter - Murray situee sur le chemin Dever soit transmise au
directeur general.
5.2 RESOLU que la lettre de demande de presentation devant le conseil reque de
River Road Community Alliance Inc. soit transmise au greffier communal pour qu'il fixe
une date de presentation.
5.3 RESOLU que la lettre reque de la Societe historique du Nouveau - Brunswick
remerciant la municipalite de son appui financier pour repeindre 1'edifice Loyalist House
soit acceptee a titre informatif.
5.4 RESOLU que la lettre reque du Founding of Canada Committee [comite de
fondation du Canada] demandant qu'un representant de la Ville soit nomme pour sieger
a son conseil d'administration soit transmise au Comite des candidatures.
5.5 RESOLU que le rapport annuel 2006 de la Commission des transports de
Saint John soit accepte a titre informatif.
5.6 RESOLU que la mise a jour du projet de vision communautaire reque du Comite
sur la Vision 2015 et soulignant certains points saillants et objectifs relatifs au processus
de vision communautaire soit acceptee a titre informatif.
5.7 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, les depenses
additionnelles effectuees relativement au contrat no 2006 -26 visant les usines de
traitement des eaux usees situees aux lacs Latimer et Spruce, soient approuvees et que
le rapport presente soit accueilli a titre informatif.
5.8 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le conseil communal
approuve les frais supplementaires estimes a 46 000 $ devant titre verses a Ralph
Smith Engineering Ltd., pour des services de gestion de la conception et de la
construction dans le cadre du projet de mise a niveau de nature electrique, mecanique
et architecturale aux usines de traitement des eaux usees situees aux lacs Latimer et
Spruce.
5.9 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le contrat no 2007 -35,
relatif a la phase 3 du projet de nettoyage et de revetement interieur de la conduite
d'eau principale, soit accorde au soumissionnaire, Alltech Solutions Inc., au prix revise
de 1 480 015 $, etabli a partir de quantites estimatives, et que le maire et le greffier
communal soient autorises a signer la documentation contractuelle requise.
5.10 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, les quatre rues et
trongons precises aux presentes (la promenade Foster - Thurston, la rue Hemlock, la rue
Ash et la promenade Lakeside), soient ajoutes au projet de resurfagage asphaltique en
2007 (aux couts prevus de 298 000 $) et que le conseil communal approuve I'ajout de
ces rues et trongons au contrat no 2007 -27, travaux de resurfagage asphaltique en 2007,
accorde le 28 mai 2007 a Classic Construction Ltd.
5.11 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le contrat no 2007 -31,
relatif au calfeutrage des fissures - 2007 soit accorde au soumissionnaire le moins-
disant, Road Savers Maritime Limited, au prix offert de 25 450 $, etabli a partir de
quantites estimatives, et que le maire et le greffier communal soient autorises a signer la
documentation contractuelle requise.
5.12 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le contrat no 2007 -4,
relatif aux travaux de deplacement lateral et de prolongement des egouts sanitaires de
la rue Karen, soit accorde au soumissionnaire le moins - disant, Maguire Excavating Ltd.,
au prix offert de 223 799 $, etabli a partir de quantites estimatives et, que le maire et le
greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation contractuelle exigee.
5.13 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le contrat no 2007 -16,
relatif aux travaux de refection du chemin Hillcrest (depuis le ruisseau Grahams jusqu'au
numero de voirie 829), soit accorde au soumissionnaire le moins - disant, Galbraith
Construction Ltd., au prix offert de 279 500 $, etabli a partir de quantites estimatives et,
que le maire et le greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation
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contractuelle requise.
5.14 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le conseil communal
accorde une subvention financiere a Opera Nouveau - Brunswick au montant de 6 000 $
aux fins de la presentation de ('opera La Traviata a Saint John en septembre 2007, et
que ('agent charge des affaires culturelles communique directement avec Opera
Nouveau - Brunswick pour lui confirmer les details et 1'echeancier du processus
budgetaire de la Ville.
5.15 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le conseil communal
approuve les changements suivants :
1. la voie d'acces secondaire Red Head est renommee promenade Bayside;
2. le trongon du chemin Old Black River, entre ('avenue Grandview et le chemin Cottage,
est renomme promenade Bayside.
5.16 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le conseil communal
modifie la liste des noms de rue officiels et approuve le changement suivant :
1. I'ajout du nom parc Woodhollow Park.
5.17 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, le conseil communal
fixe la date d'une audience publique au lundi 27 aout 2007 a 19 h dans la salle du
conseil relativement aux demandes de rezonage presentees par 629501 N. -B. Ltd., Joe
Mallette et Northstar Holdings Ltd.
5.18 RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur general, nonobstant la
politique d'approvisionnement de la Ville en matiere de recours a des services
professionnels, le conseil communal autorise le personnel a entreprendre des
negociations avec Godfrey Associates Ltd., visant la gestion de la conception et de la
construction des travaux de refection du chemin Rothesay (RPD n° 100).
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que les recommandations visant chaque
point de la section Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil soient adoptees.
A ('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. Proclamation
8. Delegations /Presentations
8. Delegations et presentations
9. Public Hearings 7:00 P.M.
9.1(a) Proposed Zoning By -law Amendment — 112 Mount Pleasant Avenue
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to
the proposed re- zoning of a parcel of land located at 112 Mount Pleasant Avenue having
an area of approximately 5,400 square metres, also identified as being PID Numbers
00023192 and 03640087 from "R -1A" One Family Residential to "SZ -23" Special Zone
#23 classification by adding to the list of zones in Section 30(1) and adding Section
740(23) to permit the conversion of an accessory building to a one - family dwelling as
requested by Pierre Rouleau, with no written objections received.
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9.1(b) Planning Advisory Committee Report
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee
submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its July 24, 2007 meeting at
which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff
recommendation, to re -zone a parcel of land located at 112 Mount Pleasant Avenue as
described above.
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 Allan
Church appearing on behalf of the applicant and offering to respond to any questions
that Council may have.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Zoning By -law of the City of Saint John ", re- zoning a parcel of land located at
112 Mount Pleasant Avenue having an area of approximately 5,400 square metres, also
identified as being PID Numbers 00023192 and 03640087 from "R -1A" One Family
Residential to "SZ -23" Special Zone #23 classification by adding to the list of zones in
Section 30(1) and adding Section 740(23), 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 White
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Zoning By -law of the City of Saint John ", re- zoning a parcel of land located at
112 Mount Pleasant Avenue having an area of approximately 5,400 square metres, also
identified as being PID Numbers 00023192 and 03640087 from "R -1A" One Family
Residential to "SZ -23" Special Zone #23 classification by adding to the list of zones in
Section 30(1) and adding Section 740(23), 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 ".
9. Audiences publiques a 19 h
9.1a) Projet de modification de I'Arrete de zonage relatif au 112, avenue Mount
Pleasant
Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet
de modification du zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 112, avenue Mount
Pleasant, d'une superficie approximative de 5 400 metres carres et inscrite sous les
NID 00023192 et 03640087, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone
residentielle — habitations unifamiliales « R -1A » a zone speciale no 23 « SZ -23 », en les
incluant a la liste des zones inscrites au paragraphe 30 (1) et en ajoutant le
paragraphe 740 (23) afin de permettre la transformation d'un immeuble accessoire en
habitation unifamiliale, a la demande de Pierre Rouleau, et qu'aucune objection ecrite
n'a ete reque.
9.1b) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire
du rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme, etudie lors de la seance du
24 juillet 2007, a laquelle le comite a resolu de recommander I'approbation de la
proposition, comme le souligne la recommandation du personnel, selon laquelle le
conseil communal procede au rezonage de la parcelle de terrain susmentionnee situee
au 112, avenue Mount Pleasant.
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Le maire invite le public a se prononcer contre le rezonage, mais personne ne prend la
parole.
Le maire invite le public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage et Allan Church, au nom
du demandeur, indique qu'il est dispose a rbpondre a toute question que desire poser le
Conseil.
Proposition de la mairesse supplbante Hooton
Appuybe par le conseiller White
RESOLU que 1'arretb intitule « arretb modifiant
I'Arret6 de zonage de The City of Saint John », visant a rezoner une parcelle de terrain
d'une superficie approximative de 5 400 metres carrbs, sitube au 112, avenue Mount
Pleasant et inscrite sous Ies NID 00023192 et 03640087 afin de faire passer la
classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle — habitations unifamiliales « R -1A» a
zone speciale no 23 « SZ -23 » en Ies incluant a la Iiste des zones inscrites au
paragraphe 30 (1) et en ajoutant le paragraphe 740 (23), fasse l'objet d'une premiere
lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Premibre lecture par titre de I'arrbtb intitulb « arrbte modifiant I'Arretb de zonage de The
City of Saint John ».
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que 1'arretb intitule « arrbte modifiant
I'Arret6 de zonage de The City of Saint John », visant a rezoner une parcelle de terrain
d'une superficie approximative de 5 400 metres carrbs, situee au 112, avenue Mount
Pleasant et inscrite sous Ies NID 00023192 et 03640087 afin de faire passer la
classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle — habitations unifamiliales « R -1A » a
zone speciale no 23 « SZ -23 » en Ies incluant a la liste des zones inscrites au
paragraphe 30 (1) et en ajoutant le paragraphe 740 (23), fasse ('objet d'une deuxibme
lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Deuxibme lecture par titre de I'arrbtb intitule « arret6 modifiant I'Arrbt6 de zonage de The
City of Saint John ».
9.2(a) Proposed Zoning By -law Amendment — Red Head Area
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to
the proposed re- zoning of a parcel of land having an area of approximately 93 hectares,
located in the Red Head Area, also identified as being a part of PID numbers 339960
and 416644, from 'RS -2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential and "RF" Rural to
"PQ" Pits and Quarries with Section 39 Conditions and a Section 101 Agreement as
requested by Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc. on behalf of Thomas Developments
Ltd., with no written objections.
9.2(b) Planning Advisory Committee Report
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee
submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its July 24, 2007 meeting at
which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff
recommendation, to re -zone a parcel of land located in the Red Head Area as described
above.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re- zoning with Vernon
Garnett expressing his concerns with regard to the potential impact on area wells if
calcium chloride is used in the area for dust control.
David Griffin addressed Council in opposition to the proposed re- rezoning commenting
with respect to dust, noise, and water quality stressing the need to protect the Beyea
Brook.
Speaking against the re- zoning, Robert Lynch of 14 Aberdeen Avenue, expressed the
view that the Red Head area has no lobbyist.
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The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re- zoning with Rick
Turner of Hughes Surveys & Consultants making a presentation on behalf of the
applicant advising that they are in agreement with the recommendation from the
Planning Advisory Committee noting that they had requested that approximately 1/3 of
the land area they applied for be removed from the application as a result of a concern
by an adjoining land owner. Responding to a question raised, he advised that the
applicant is in agreement with the recommendation to only have a limited area of 4
hectares (10 acres) exposed at any one time which would limit dust.
Discussion continued with Mr. Baird responding to questions from Council members
concerning the water source. Councillor Court requested that the following be added to
the Section 39 Conditions for this re- zoning - 2(c) There is a restriction of trucks or
equipment on the site other than the working material that is located there.
On motion of Councillor Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Zoning By -law of the City of Saint John ", re- zoning a parcel of land having an
area of approximately 93 hectares, located in the Red Head area, also identified as
being a part of PID Numbers 339960 and 416644, from "RS -2" One and Two Family
Suburban Residential and "RF" Rural to "PQ" Pits and Quarries, with Section 39
Conditions including the addition of 2(c) there is a restriction of trucks or equipment on
the site other than the working material that is located there, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a first time by title, the by -law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By -law of the
City of Saint John ".
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Zoning By -law of the City of Saint John ", re- zoning a parcel of land having an
area of approximately 93 hectares, located in the Red Head area, also identified as
being a part of PID Numbers 339960 and 416644, from "RS -2" One and Two Family
Suburban Residential and "RF" Rural to "PQ" Pits and Quarries, with Section 39
Conditions including the addition of 2(c) There is a restriction of trucks or equipment on
the site other than the working material that is located there, 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 ".
9.2a) Projet de modification de I'Arrete de zonage — Region de Red Head
Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet
de rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie approximative de 93 hectares,
situee dans la region de Red Head, inscrite sous une portion des NID 339960 et
416644, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle de
banlieue — habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales « RS -2 » et de zone rurale « RF » a
zone de gravieres et de sablieres « PQ », sous reserve des conditions imposees par
I'article 39 et de I'etablissement d'un accord en vertu de I'article 101, a la demande de
Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc., au nom de Thomas Developments Ltd., et
qu'aucune objection ecrite n'a ete reque.
9.2b) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire
du rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme, etudie lors de la seance du
24 juillet 2007, a laquelle le comite a resolu de recommander I'approbation de la
proposition, comme le souligne la recommandation du personnel, selon laquelle le
conseil communal procede au rezonage de la parcelle de terrain susmentionnee situee
dans la region de Red Head.
Le maire invite le public a se prononcer contre le rezonage, et Vernon Garnett exprime
ses inquietudes concernant les retombees eventuelles sur les puits de la region dans le
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cas ou le chlorure de calcium serait utilise pour controler la poussiere.
David Griffin se presente devant le conseil pour se prononcer contre le projet de
rezonage et mentionne la poussiere et le bruit qui seraient produits et souligne la
necessite de proteger la qualite de 1'eau et le ruisseau Beyea.
Se pronongant contre le rezonage, Robert Lynch, residant au 14, avenue Aberdeen,
mentionne que la region de Red Head ne beneficie d'aucun lobbyiste.
Le maire invite le public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage et Rick Turner, de
Hughes Surveys & Consultants, donne une presentation au nom du demandeur et
affirme qu'ils appuient les recommandations formulees par le Comite consultatif
d'urbanisme et confirme qu'ils avaient reclame que soit raye de la demande environ un
tiers du terrain figurant sur celle -ci a la suite des preoccupations signalees par le
proprietaire d'un terrain attenant. En reponse a une question posee, it confirme que le
demandeur appuie la recommandation stipulant que la superficie exposee ne peut
depasser en tout temps quatre hectares (10 acres) afin de controler la poussiere.
Une discussion s'ensuit et M. Baird repond aux questions soulevees par les membres du
conseil relativement a la source d'eau. Le conseiller Court demande que la condition
suivante soit ajoutee a celles stipulees en vertu de I'article 39 du present projet de
rezonage : 2c) 1'emplacement ne doit autoriser la presence d'aucun carrion ou
equipement autre que ceux utilises pour les travaux sur place.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que 1'arrete intitule « arrete modifiant
I'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John » visant a rezoner une parcelle de terrain
d'une superficie approximative de 93 hectares, situee dans la region de Red Head et
inscrite sous les NID 339960 et 416644, afin de la faire passer de zone residentielle de
banlieue — habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales « RS -2 » et de zone rurale « RF » a
zone de gravieres et de sablieres « PQ », sous reserve des conditions imposees par
I'article 39, y compris I'ajout de la disposition 2c) 1'emplacement ne doit compter aucun
carrion ou equipement autre que ceux utilises pour les travaux sur place, fasse ('objet
d'une premiere lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Premiere lecture par titre de 1'arrete intitule « arrete modifiant I'Arrete de zonage de The
City of Saint John ».
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que 1'arrete intitule « arrete modifiant
I'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John » visant a rezoner une parcelle de terrain
d'une superficie approximative de 93 hectares, situee dans la region de Red Head et
inscrite sous les NID 339960 et 416644, afin de la faire passer de zone residentielle de
banlieue — habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales « RS -2 » et de zone rurale « RF » a
zone de gravieres et de sablieres « PQ », sous reserve des conditions imposees par
I'article 39, y compris I'ajout de la disposition 2c) 1'emplacement ne doit compter aucun
carrion ou equipement autre que ceux utilises pour les travaux sur place, fasse ('objet
d'une deuxieme lecture.
A ('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 ».
9.3(a) Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment — Secondary Access Road to Red
Head Area
9.3(b) Letter of Objection from Dennis Griffin re Red Head Access Road
The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to
a proposed Municipal Plan amendment amending Schedule 4 -A, the Street Plan and
Part 4 to allow for a Secondary Access Arterial Street to the Red Head residential area
and to provide for appropriate current and future road access to industrial and port uses
in the Canaport area, with one letter of objection received.
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9.3(c) Planning Advisory Committee Report
Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee
submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its July 24, 2007 meeting at
which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff
recommendation, recommending that Common Council amend Schedule 4 -A, the Street
Plan and Part 4 of the Municipal Development Plan.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re- zoning with no one
presenting.
The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re- zoning with no
one presenting.
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Municipal Plan By -law" amending Schedule 4 -A, the Street Plan and Part 4,
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 Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A Law to
Amend the Municipal Plan By -law" amending Schedule 4 -A, the Street Plan and Part 4,
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".
9.3a) Projet de modification du plan municipal visant la voie d'acces secondaire
a la region de Red Head
9.3b) Lettre d'opposition presentee par Dennis Griffin en rapport avec la voie
d'acces a la region de Red Head
Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet
de modification du plan municipal visant b modifier I'annexe 4 -A, le plan des rues et la
partie 4 afin de permettre I'amenagement d'une artere secondaire pour acceder au
quartier residentiel de Red Head et pour assurer une voie d'acces adequate aux
activites industrielles et portuaires dans Ies environs du Canaport, b I'heure actuelle et a
I'avenir.
9.3c) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme
Examen d'un rapport du Comitb consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire
du rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme, etudie lors de la reunion du
24 juillet 2007, a laquelle le comite a resolu de recommender I'approbation, telle qu'il est
soulignee dans le rapport du personnel, voulant que le conseil communal modifie
I'annexe 4 -A, le plan des rues et la partie 4 du plan d'amenagement municipal.
Le maire invite le public a se prononcer contre le rezonage, mais personne ne prend la
parole.
Le maire invite le public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage, mais personne ne prend
la parole.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que I'arrete intitule « arrbtb modifiant
I'Arrete portant sur I'adoption d'un plan municipal », modifiant I'annexe 4 -A, le plan des
rues et la partie 4, fasse ('objet d'une premiere lecture.
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A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptbe.
Premiere lecture de 1'arret6 intitulb « arretb modifiant I'Arrbtb portant sur ('adoption d'un
plan municipal ».
Proposition de la mairesse supplbante Hooton
Appuybe par le conseiller White
RESOLU que 1'arret6 intitulb « arretb modifiant
I'Arrbtb portant sur I'adoption d'un plan municipal », modifiant I'annexe 4 -A, le plan des
rues et la partie 4, fasse ('objet d'une deuxibme lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptbe.
Deuxibme lecture par titre de I'arretb intitulb « arretb modifiant I'Arretb portant sur
I'adoption d'un plan municipal ».
10. Consideration of By -laws
10.1 Traffic By -law Amendment Millidge Avenue and Kennebecasis Drive
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled "A By -law
Respecting Traffic on Streets in the City of Saint John made under the Authority of the
Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and Amendments Thereto, with regard to Millidge Avenue and
Kennebecasis Drive, be read a first time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a first time by title, the by -law entitled "A By -law Respecting Traffic on Streets in
the City of Saint John made under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and
Amendments Thereto ".
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled "A By -law
Respecting Traffic on Streets in the City of Saint John made under the Authority of the
Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and Amendments Thereto, with regard to Millidge Avenue and
Kennebecasis Drive, be read a second time.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
Read a second time by title, the by -law entitled "A By -law Respecting Traffic on Streets
in the City of Saint John made under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and
Amendments Thereto ".
10. Etude des arretes municipaux
10.1 Modification de I'Arrete relatif a la circulation visant I'avenue Millidge et la
promenade Kennebecasis
Proposition de la mairesse supplbante Hooton
Appuybe par le conseiller White
RESOLU que 1'arret6 intitulb « arretb modifiant
I'Arrbtb relatif a la circulation clans les rues de The City of Saint John, bdictb en vertu de
la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications affbrentes » relativement a
('avenue Millidge et a la promenade Kennebecasis, fasse ('objet d'une premibre lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptbe.
Premibre lecture par titre de I'arretb intitulb « Arretb relatif a la circulation clans les rues
de The City of Saint John bdictb en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et
modifications affbrentes ».
Proposition de la mairesse supplbante Hooton
Appuybe par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que I'arretb intitulb « arretb modifiant
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I'Arrete relatif a la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de
la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes » relativement a
('avenue Millidge et a la promenade Kennebecasis, fasse ('objet d'une deuxieme lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Deuxieme lecture par titre de 1'arrete intitule « Arrete relatif a la circulation dans les rues
de The City of Saint John edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et
modifications afferentes ».
10.2 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 1265 Loch Lomond Road
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan
Amendment at 1265 -1285 Loch Lomond Road be referred to the Planning Advisory
Committee for a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising to
proceed with the proposed amendment process with a Public Hearing scheduled for
Monday, September 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.2 Projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 1265, chemin Loch
Lomond
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que le projet de modification du plan
municipal relatif au 1265 -1285, chemin Loch Lomond, soit transmis au Comite
consultatif d'urbanisme aux fins de rapport et de recommandations et que celui -ci
autorise la publication des avis requis en vue de proceder au processus de modification
au moyen de la tenue d'une audience publique fixee au lundi 10 septembre 2007 a 19 h
dans la salle du conseil.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.3 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 326 -336 Latimore Lake Road
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan
Amendment at 326 -336 Latimore Lake Road be referred to the Planning Advisory
Committee for a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising to
proceed with the proposed amendment process with a Public Hearing scheduled for
Monday, September 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.3 Projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 326 -336, chemin
Latimore Lake
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que le projet de modification du plan
municipal relatif au 326 -336, chemin Latimore Lake, soit transmis au Comite consultatif
d'urbanisme aux fins de rapport et de recommandations et que celui -ci autorise la
publication des avis requis en vue de proceder au processus de modification au moyen
de la tenue d'une audience publique fixee au lundi 10 septembre 2007 a 19 h dans la
salle du conseil.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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10.4 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 50 Technology Drive
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the proposed Municipal Plan
Amendment at 50 Technology Drive be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for
a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising to proceed with
the proposed amendment process with a Public Hearing scheduled for Monday,
September 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.4 Projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 50, promenade
Technology
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que le projet de modification du plan
municipal relatif au 50, promenade Technology, soit transmis au Comite consultatif
d'urbanisme aux fins de rapport et de recommandations et que celui -ci autorise la
publication des avis requis en vue de proceder au processus de modification au moyen
de la tenue d'une audience publique fixee au lundi 10 septembre 2007 a 19 h dans la
salle du conseil.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.5(a)Third Reading Zoning By -law Amendment 233 Westmorland Road
10.5(b)Rezoning of 233 Westmorland Road Section 39 Conditions
10.5(c) Section 39 Conditions 233 Westmorland Road
Mr. Baird responded to questions concerning the proposed re- zoning advising that staff's
recommendation was to deny this application pointing out there are residents in the area
that have concerns with the re- zoning and do not support it.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that Council deny the proposed Zoning
By -law Amendment for a parcel of land having an area of approximately 1060 square
metres, located at 233 Westmorland Road, also identified as being PID Numbers
320580 and 55081681, from "R -2" One and Two Family Residential to "B -1" Local
Business pursuant to a resolution adopted by Common Council under Section 39 of the
Community Planning Act.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
10.5a) Troisieme lecture du projet de modification de I'Arrete de zonage visant le
233, chemin Westmorland
10.5b) Conditions imposees par I'article 39 relativement au rezonage du 233,
chemin Westmorland
10.5c) Conditions imposees par I'article 39 relativement au 233, chemin
Westmorland
M. Baird repond aux questions relatives au projet de rezonage et confirme que la
recommandation du personnel d'urbanisme visait a rejeter la demande puisque certains
citoyens du quartier s'inquietent d'un tel rezonage et donc s'y opposent.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que le conseil rejette le projet de
modification de I'Arrete de zonage visant une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie
approximative de 1 060 metres carres, situee au 233, chemin Westmorland et inscrite
sous les NID 320580 et 55081681, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de
zone residentielle — habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales « R -2 » a zone commerciale
locale « B -1 », conformement a la resolution adoptee par le conseil communal en vertu
de ('article 39 de la Loi sur 1'urbanisme.
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A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
10.6 Third Reading By -law Respecting Unsightly Premises and Hazardous
Buildings and Structures
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that the by -law entitled, "A By -law
Respecting Unsightly Premises and Hazardous Buildings and Structures within the City
of Saint John ". be read.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
The by -law entitled, "A By -law Respecting Unsightly Premises and Hazardous Buildings
and Structures within 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, "A By -law
Respecting Unsightly Premises and Hazardous Buildings and Structures within the City
of Saint John ", be read a third time, enacted and the Corporate Common Seal affixed
thereto.
Read a third time by title, the by -law entitled, "A By -law Respecting Unsightly Premises
and Hazardous Buildings and Structures within the City of Saint John ".
10.6 Troisieme lecture de I'arrete sur les lieux inesthetiques et les batiments ou
constructions dangereux dans The City of Saint John
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que 1'arrete intitule « arrete sur les lieux
inesthetiques et les batiments ou constructions dangereux dans The City of Saint John
fasse ('objet d'une lecture.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
L'arrete intitule « arrete sur les lieux inesthetiques et les batiments ou constructions
dangereux dans The City of Saint John » est lu integralement.
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller Court
RESOLU que 1'arrete intitule « arrete sur les lieux
inesthetiques et les batiments ou constructions dangereux dans The City of Saint John
fasse ('objet d'une troisieme lecture, que ledit arrete soit edicte et que le sceau
communal soit appose.
Troisieme lecture par titre de 1'arrete intitule « arrete sur les lieux inesthetiques et les
batiments ou constructions dangereux dans The City of Saint John ».
11. Submissions by Council Members
11.1 Next Generation Bus Saint John Transit
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that item 11.1 which was tabled on
July 16, 2007 be lifted from the table.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that letter from Councillor Titus
regarding the delivery of the first of eleven Orion II Next Generation Transit buses, be
received for information.
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Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11. Intervention des membres du conseil
11.1 Autobus Next Generation pour la commission des transports de Saint John
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par le conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que le point no 11. 1, reporte lors de la
reunion du 16 juillet 2007, soit examine des maintenant.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que la lettre presentee par le conseiller
Titus concernant la livraison du premier de onze autobus Orion II Next Generation soit
acceptee a titre informatif.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.2 Rockwood Park Golf Course
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor McGuire
RESOLVED that the City Manager have the
appropriate staff from the Leisure Services Department conduct an evaluation and
assessment of the conditions of the Rockwood Park Golf Course with the final report
being submitted to Council.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.2 Terrain de golf du parc Rockwood
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par le conseiller McGuire
RESOLU que le directeur general charge les
employes competents des Services des loisirs d'effectuer une etude et une evaluation
de 1'etat du terrain de golf du parc Rockwood et qu'un rapport definitif soit presente au
conseil.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
15. General Correspondence
15.1 Rockwood Park Golf Course and Aquatic Driving Range
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the letter from Gerry Connolly,
President of Total Golf Management updating Council on the improvements and ongoing
work to the Rockwood Park Golf Course and Aquatic Driving Range, be received for
information.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
15. Correspondance generale
15.1 Terrain de golf et champ d'exercice de golf aquatique du parc Rockwood
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que la lettre de mise a jour reque de
Gerry Connolly, president de Total Golf Management, concernant les travaux
d'amelioration effectues au terrain de golf et champ d'exercice de golf aquatique du parc
Rockwood, soit acceptee a titre informatif.
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A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.3 Communication System
On motion of Councillor Tait
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that the City Manager through the
appropriate staff conduct a full scale analysis on the way communications is managed
and offered to the customer, the taxpayers of the City of Saint John with the view to
moving towards and implementing a 311 Public Communications System.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.3 Systeme de communications
Proposition du conseiller Tait
Appuyee par le conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que le directeur general, par 1'entremise
du personnel pertinent, effectue une analyse de grande envergure sur la fagon dont les
communications sont gerees et offertes aux clients, a savoir les contribuables de The
City of Saint John, afin de faire la transition vers un systeme public de communications
(311) et de le mettre en oeuvre.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.4 Saint John Water Conservation Fair and Associated Campaign
On motion of Councillor Titus
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that Council request Saint John Water
investigate the benefits (environmental /financial) and to consider a Water Conservation
Fair together with a possible campaign re: "Low Flow Shower Head ".
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.4 Foire de conservation de 1'eau de Saint John et campagne connexe
Proposition du conseiller Titus
Appuyee par le conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que le conseil demande a la Saint John
Water Company d'examiner les avantages environnementaux et financiers et de
considerer la possibilite d'organiser une foire de conservation de 1'eau ainsi qu'une
campagne connexe relativement aux « pommes de douche a faible debit ».
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.5 Upper Floors Grants Program
On motion of Councillor Farren
Seconded by Councillor Ferguson
RESOLVED that staff provide Council with a report
on the benefits of providing landowners and developer's grants for the improvement of
the upper floors in our City, and that this report be presented to Council no later than six
weeks.
During discussion Councillor White asked if the report could include the details on the
previous grant provided. Councillor Tait spoke regarding the referral reports that have
been provided to Council and requested an updated copy of the referred items.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.5 Programme de subvention relatif a la restauration des etages superieurs
Proposition du conseiller Farren
Appuyee par le conseiller Ferguson
RESOLU que le personnel presente au conseil un
rapport sur les avantages 6 fournir des subventions aux proprietaires et au promoteur
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afin de restaurer les etages superieurs des batiments de notre ville, et que ce rapport
soit presente aux conseil au plus tard dans six semaines.
Au cours de la discussion, le conseiller White demande si le rapport peut inclure les
details relatifs a la subvention qui a ete octroyee precedemment. Le conseiller Tait traite
des rapports de renvoi qui ont ete fournis au conseil et demande une copie a jour des
points reportes.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
11.6 Repairs to Reversing Falls Park Bank
On motion of Councillor Farren
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that staff provide a report to Council
on when the landslide at the Reversing Falls Park is expected to be repaired, the cost of
doing the repairs and who is responsible for the repairs, and this report be presented to
Council in six weeks.
Responding to Councillor Farren's inquiry, Mr. Groody advised it is the City's
responsibility to carry out the repairs. He explained there are four options, the first two
being sheet piling and forming a wall with a cost ranging from $150,000 - 160,000, the
other two alternatives are simply accepting the slope the way it is now and placing
drainage control material to stabilize the slope with a cost ranging from $30,000 -
40,000. He advised that a decision will be made shortly on which option to undertake
and a report will be coming back to Council.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
11.6 Reparations des abords du parc des Chutes reversibles
Proposition du conseiller Farren
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que le personnel presente un rapport au
conseil en ce qui concerne la date a laquelle on s'attend que le glissement de terrain
dans le parc des Chutes reversibles sera repare ainsi que le coot et le responsable des
reparations, et que ce rapport soit presente au conseil dans six semaines.
En reponse a la demande du conseiller Farren, M. Groody indique qu'il incombe a la ville
d'effectuer les reparations. II mentionne qu'il existe quatre options : les deux premieres
consistent en un rideau de palplanches qui forme un mur, et dont le coot varie entre
150 000 $ et 160 000 $; les deux dernieres consistent simplement a laisser la pente
comme elle est actuellement et a installer un materiau de regulation du drainage pour
stabiliser davantage la pente, dont le coot varie entre 30 000 $ et 40 000 $. II indique
qu'une decision sera prise sous peu relativement a ('option retenue, et qu'un rapport
sera presente au conseil.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers
12.1 Controlled Access Street By -law Red Head Secondary Access Road
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager:
1. Common Council set September 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers of
City Hall as a Public Hearing for the submitted Bayside Drive Controlled Access Street
By -law;
2. Common Council refer the above -noted by -law to the Planning Advisory
Committee for a report and recommendation, and to the Legal Department for review;
3. Common Council, pursuant to Section 71 of the Community Planning Act,
resolve that access to that portion of Bayside Drive between Old Black River and Proud
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Road (previously referred to us as the Red Head Secondary Access Road) be restricted
to (a) resource, utility and emergency access, (b) local streets as assented to by
Common Council pursuant to the Subdivision By -law or (c) one driveway developed in
the location of the street improved in (b) above, and where such street has not been
developed, and such driveway access will allow for access to only one lot, and provision
is made for the turning of vehicles so no vehicles would back onto the arterial road; and
further that all development of access not in accordance with the proposed Bayside
Drive Controlled Access Street By -law is prohibited; and
4. Council authorize the placement of the required public advertisements.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12. Affaires municipales evoquees par les fonctionnaires municipaux
12.1 Arrete de limitation d'acces des rues — voie d'acces secondaire Red Head
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur
general :
1. le conseil communal fixe la date d'audience publique au 10 septembre 2007 a
19 h dans la salle du conseil de I'hotel de ville relativement au depot de I'Arrete de
limitation d'acces des rues — promenade Bayside;
2. le conseil communal transmette I'arrete susmentionne au Comite consultatif
d'urbanisme en vue de la presentation d'un rapport et d'une recommandation et au
Service juridique aux fins d'etude;
3. le conseil communal, en vertu de I'article 71 de la Loi sur /'urbanisme, decide que
I'acces au trongon de la promenade Bayside, situe entre le chemin Old Black River et le
chemin Proud (secteur connu autrefois sous le nom de voie d'acces secondaire
Red Head), soit restreint a a) un acces aux ressources, aux services publics et en cas
d'urgence b) aux rues locales qui ont regu I'assentiment du conseil en vertu de I'arrete
concernant le lotissement ou c) a une voie d'acces amenagee a 1'emplacement de la rue
remise a neuf au point b) ci- dessus et lorsqu'une telle rue n'a pas ete amenagee, une
voie d'acces permettra I'acces a un seul lot et des dispositions sont prevues pour le
virage de vehicules qui utilisent la voie d'acces de sorte qu'aucun vehicule ne puisse
reculer sur la route de degagement; et en outre que tout amenagement de I'acces non
conforme au projet d'Arrete de limitation d'acces des rues — promenade Bayside soit
i nterd it;
4. le conseil autorise la publication des annonces publiques requises.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.2 Watermain Flushing For Chlorine Residual Maintenance and Regulatory
Compliance
On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager any decision by Council to proceed with construction of a water playground be
based on an identified community recreational need and a properly engineered facility,
and not tied to improving water circulation. It is further recommended that efforts
continue, to:
- eliminate dead -ends where possible by connecting and looping;
- clean and line watermains so interior pipe conditions are improved;
- renew watermains where cleaning and lining is not feasible;
- retrofit dead -ends with flushing devices in locations that have problematic
water quality;
- meter the flow of water from flushings; and
- discourage the addition of dead -end mains to the water system.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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12.2 Rin(;age de la conduite d'alimentation principale en eau pour 1'entretien des
residus de chlore et conformite aux reglements
Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur
general, toute decision du conseil visant a proceder a la construction d'un parc
aquatique soit fondee sur la determination des besoins recreatifs de la collectivite et sur
une installation suffisamment equipee et non liee a I'amelioration de la circulation de
1'eau. De plus, it est recommande que les efforts se poursuivent afin :
-d'eliminer les culs -de -sac dans la mesure du possible en faisant des
raccordements et des boucles;
-de nettoyer les conduites principales et d'appliquer un revetement interieur pour
les proteger;
-de remplacer les conduites principales lorsqu'il est impossible de les nettoyer et
d'appliquer un revetement interieur;
-de moderniser les cuts -de -sac en ajoutant des dispositifs de ringage la ou la
qualite d'eau est problematique;
-de mesurer le debit d'eau des ringages a I'aide d'un compteur;
-de decourager I'ajout de conduites en cul -de -sac au reseau d'aqueduc.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.3 Recreational Multiplex Facility
On motion of Councillor Chang
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, Common Council authorizes the Multiplex Steering Sub - Committee of the
Recreation Implementation Committee to work with dmA Planning & Management
Services in an effort to refine, in light of recent information, the Firm's proposal for Phase
II Implementation of a Multiplex Community Center; and that the amended proposal be
reviewed by City staff and when the sub - committee and staff are satisfied with its
contents then the City Manager be required to table it with Common Council and
authorize dmA to proceed; and that Common Council limits the City's investment in this
study to not more than $75,000.
12.2 Watermain Flushing For Chlorine Residual Maintenance and Regulatory
Compliance - discussion continued
Councillor Ferguson requested an opportunity to speak concerning item 12.2, which
Mayor McFarlane permitted.
Councillor Ferguson expressed concern that the recommendation left open the option
with respect to the water park at Dominion Park and proposed the following motion.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor Farren
RESOLVED that the letter regarding watermain
flushing for chlorine residual maintenance and regulatory compliance be referred to the
City Manager, in consultation with the Leisure Service Department, to include a splash
pad in the Dominion Park area with the capital projects for 2008.
Councillor Ferguson acknowledged it may be too late this year to carry out this project.
Responding, Mr. Totten stated if Council wishes, a splash pad project could be included
in the list of recreation projects and an analysis will be done on the costs for the site. He
pointed out that he was not aware of the cost for the chlorine units; to which Councillor
Ferguson stated he was not asking for a chlorination plan, but rather just a splash pad
plan.
Question being taken, the motion was carried with Deputy Mayor Hooton,
and Councillors McGuire, Tait and White voting "nay ".
12.3 Recreational Multiplex Facility - discussion resumed
Discussion continued regarding the Multiplex Facility with Councillor Tait referring to the
Wallace Report which spoke of regional support and partnerships for this facility and
expressed concern that the City of Saint John will not receive the required funding. He
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explained that he will support the proposed motion, but advised that he would prefer a
regional approach for this project. Deputy Mayor Hooton spoke in support of the motion
but expressed her disappointment that it will not be a regional facility.
Expressing agreement with a regional approach Councillor Ferguson stressed that
Council should now be cautious with the funding for this project. He advised that he
supports the facility and inquired if the Sub - Committee is responsible for engaging the
consultant, rather than the Recreation Implementation Committee. Responding, Mr.
Totten spoke concerning the first phase with respect to who authorized the disbursement
of funds and managed the project, noting that it was decided that payment would be
authorized to dmA Planning & Management Services based upon the Sub - Committee.
Mr. Totten explained he will always try to get authority to gets payments based on
someone who Council has appointed and pointed out that if Council has appointed the
Sub - Committee, that is acceptable for him, but if not, he will always defer to the
Recreation Implementation Committee noting that someone must be accountable.
Referring to the motion which authorized the Multiplex Steering Sub - Committee,
Councillor Ferguson pointed out that he Chairs the Recreation Implementation
Committee. Mr. Totten questioned the Councillor as to which Committee he would
prefer. Responding, Councillor Ferguson expressed the opinion that Mr. Manning, who
Chairs the Sub - Committee and who is also a member of the Recreation Implementation
Committee is capable of leading this project. Discussion continued with Councillor
Ferguson stating that he wanted to be clear that Mr. Manning will be doing the engaging
and is authorized to do so on behalf of Common Council.
Mr. Totten stated that if Councillor Ferguson as Chairman of the Recreation
Implementation Committee has a concern with respect to the feasibility, then he too
should be named along with the Sub - Committee and City Manager to review the terms
of reference to ensure that he is satisfied with whatever is given to dmA and that it has
his full support as Chairman of the Implementation Committee. Responding, Councillor
Ferguson stated that if Council wishes to have the Committee agree to the terms of
reference then he could bring it back to Council for review after the Steering Sub -
Committee submits it to the Recreation Implementation Committee. He continued
expressing the view that it was not his role as a member of Common Council, but rather
as a Committee Chairperson it is democratic, and the Sub - Committee should be given
the authority to engage the consultant and report back to Council with the terms of
reference.
Mr. Totten stated if Council is comfortable with this arrangement, he is fine with it.
Councillor Ferguson suggested that the City Manager and Mr. Manning both sign off on
it. Responding, Mr. Totten advised that dmA went through a selection process which he
was not actively engaged in; and he was not prepared to share responsibility, but will
work with Mr. Manning. Councillor Ferguson stressed the importance of having staff's
expertise.
Mr. Totten expressed the view that dmA should be prepared to look forward to the future
to see what the City needs, rather than what the needs are today.
Mr. Woods questioned if the proposed amendment should be amended, pointing out it
must be clear as to who is dmA's client because at the present time it is not the City
which means that no document would be coming to the Mayor or Common Clerk for
signature nor would Council be authorizing payments.
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that the Multiplex Steering Sub -
Committee of the Recreation Implementation Committee present the terms of reference
to Common Council for their approval before proceeding with the engagement of dmA
Planning & Management Services.
Councillor Ferguson stated it can then be determined by Council if dmA is engaged for
this project and what the cost will be.
Mr. Woods questioned if this amendment is replacing the motion in the report.
Councillor Ferguson expressed the view the amendment is ultimately doing the same
thing with Mr. Manning, Chairman of the Multiplex Steering Sub - Committee presenting
the terms of reference to Council. Mayor McFarlane questioned if the mover, Councillor
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Chang and the seconder, Councillor White are in agreement with the new motion; to
which they both expressed their agreement.
A brief discussion continued with Councillors stressing the importance of a regional
approach for this facility. Councillor Titus questioned if the motion committed the City to
$75,000, to which Mayor McFarlane confirmed. He questioned further why the City
should be accountable for this new facility when we are already responsible for Harbour
Station, the Lord Beaverbrook Rink and numerous other rinks and ballfields and advised
that he could not support the motion.
Responding to concerns expressed by Councillor Titus, Councillor Ferguson advised
that it was Mayor McFarlane that took the initiative that Saint John move forward alone
on this project and brought forward the concept of a downsize facility. He commented
further that he still would like to have a feasibility study carried out. Mayor McFarlane
advised that the Town of Rothesay has stated that even if they build a rink, they may still
be interested in a regional facility.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
12.3 Installations recreatives du centre Multiplex
Proposition du conseiller Chang
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur
general, le conseil communal autorise le sous - comite directeur du centre Multiplex du
comite de mise en oeuvre des loisirs a travailler en collaboration avec 1'entreprise dmA
Planning & Management Services afin de peaufiner, a la lumiere des renseignements
recents, la proposition de 1'entreprise relative a la mise en oeuvre de la phase II afferente
au centre communautaire Multiplex; que la modification de la proposition soit examinee
par le personnel de la ville et que, lorsque le sous - comite et le personnel seront
satisfaits du contenu, le directeur general la depose aupres du conseil communal et
autorise 1'entreprise dmA a poursuivre; et que le conseil communal limite
I'investissement de la ville dans cette etude a un montant maximal de 75 000 $.
12.2 Ringage de la conduite d'alimentation principale en eau pour 1'entretien des
residus de chlore et conformite aux reglements (la discussion se poursuit)
Le conseiller Ferguson demande a intervenir au sujet du point 12.2; le maire McFarlane
acquiesce a sa demande.
Le conseiller Ferguson s'inquiete du fait que la recommandation laisse ('option
concernant 1'etablissement du parc aquatique dans le parc Dominion en suspens et
presente la proposition suivante.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par le conseiller Farren
RESOLU que la lettre concernant le ringage de la
conduite d'alimentation principale en eau pour 1'entretien des residus de chlore et
conformite aux reglements soit transmise au directeur general, en consultation avec les
Services des loisirs, afin d'inclure une plate -forme d'eclaboussement dans le voisinage
du parc Dominion avec les projets d'immobilisations de 2008.
Le conseiller Ferguson souligne qu'il est peut -titre trop tard cette annee pour
entreprendre ce projet. En reponse a ('intervention du conseiller Ferguson, M. Totten
declare que si le conseil le desire, le projet relatif a la plate -forme d'eclaboussement
pourrait titre inclus dans la liste des projets recreatifs, et qu'une analyse des coots
associes a 1'emplacement sera effectuee. II souligne qu'il ne connaissait pas le coot des
unites de chlore, ce a quoi le conseiller Ferguson retorque qu'il ne demandait pas un
plan afferent a la chloration, mais plutot un plan afferent a la plate -forme
d'eclaboussement.
A ('issue du vote, la proposition est acceptee. La mairesse suppleante
Hooton et les conseillers McGuire, Tait et White votent contre la proposition.
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12.3 Installations recreatives du centre Multiplex (la discussion se poursuit)
La discussion se poursuit relativement aux installations du centre Multiplex. Le conseiller
Tait fait allusion au rapport Wallace qui traitait des partenariats et du soutien regionaux
afferents a ces installations, et se dit preoccupe par le fait que The City of Saint John ne
recevra pas les fonds requis. II explique qu'il appuiera la proposition presentee, mais
indique qu'il prefererait une approche regionale pour ce projet. La mairesse suppleante
Hooton se prononce en faveur de la proposition, mais exprime sa deception du fait que
les installations ne seront pas regionales.
Exprimant son accord avec une approche regionale, le conseiller Ferguson insiste sur le
fait que le conseil doit maintenant titre prudent relativement au financement de ce projet.
II indique qu'il appuie les installations et demande s'il incombe au sous - comite
d'embaucher 1'expert- conseil ou si cette responsabilite revient au comite de mise en
oeuvre des loisirs. En reponse a la question du conseiller Ferguson, M. Totten parle de
la premiere phase, a savoir qui a autorise le deboursement de fonds et gere le projet,
notant qu'il a ete decide que le paiement a mA Planning & Management Services serait
autorise par le sous - comite. M. Totten explique qu'il essaie toujours d'obtenir
I'autorisation d'une personne qui a ete nommee par le conseil pour effectuer les
paiements, et souligne que si le conseil a nomme le sous - comite, cela est acceptable
pour lui. Si ce n'est pas le cas, it s'en remettra toujours au comite de mise en oeuvre des
loisirs, car, selon lui, quelqu'un doit titre redevable.
Se reportant a la proposition qui autorisait le sous - comite directeur du centre Multiplex a
effectuer les paiements, le conseiller Ferguson indique qu'il preside le comite de mise en
oeuvre des loisirs. M. Totten questionne le conseiller pour savoir quel comite it
prefererait. Le conseiller Ferguson est d'avis que M. Manning, qui preside le sous -
comite et qui est egalement membre du comite de mise en oeuvre des loisirs, est
capable de diriger ce projet. Une discussion s'ensuit au cours de laquelle le conseiller
Ferguson declare qu'il veut qu'il soit clair que M. Manning va proceder au recrutement et
qu'il est autorise a le faire au nom du conseil communal.
M. Totten affirme que si le conseiller Ferguson, a titre de president du comite de mise en
oeuvre des loisirs, s'inquiete a propos de 1'etude de faisabilite, it devrait lui aussi titre
nomme au meme titre que le sous - comite et le directeur general pour examiner le
mandat afin de s'assurer qu'il est satisfait de la somme remise a 1'entreprise dmA. II
indique egalement qu'il I'appuie entierement en tant que president du comite de mise en
oeuvre des loisirs. Le conseiller Ferguson declare que si le conseil desire que le comite
soit d'accord avec le mandat, it pourrait le rapporter au conseil aux fins d'examen apres
que le sous - comite directeur I'ait presente au comite de mise en oeuvre des loisirs. II
poursuit et fait ressortir que ce n'etait pas son role en tant que membre du conseil
communal, mais plutot qu'a titre de president du comite, car c'est democratique, et que
le sous - comite devrait titre autorise a embaucher 1'expert- conseil et a presenter un
rapport au conseil concernant le mandat.
M. Totten declare que si le conseil est pret a accepter cet arrangement, it n'y voit pas
d'objection. Le conseiller Ferguson suggere que le directeur general et M. Manning
signent tous deux cet arrangement. M. Totten indique que 1'entreprise dmA a ete
soumise a un processus de selection dans lequel it n'avait pas pris part activement, et
qu'il n'etait pas pret a partager les responsabilites, mais qu'il travaillerait en collaboration
avec M. Manning. Le conseiller Ferguson souligne ('importance d'obtenir 1'expertise du
personnel.
M. Totten est d'avis que 1'entreprise dmA doit titre prete a envisager les besoins futurs
de la ville, plutot que de se concentrer sur les besoins actuels.
M. Woods se demande si la modification proposee doit titre amendee, soulignant qu'il
est important de savoir qui est le client de 1'entreprise dmA car, actuellement, ce n'est
pas la ville, ce qui signifie qu'aucun document ne sera remis au maire ou au greffier
communal aux fins de signature et que le conseil ne pourra autoriser les paiements.
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que le sous - comite directeur du centre
Multiplex du comite de mise en oeuvre des loisirs presente le mandat au conseil
communal aux fins de leur approbation avant de proceder a 1'embauche de 1'entreprise
dmA Planning & Management Services.
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Le conseiller Ferguson declare que le conseil pourra alors determiner si 1'entreprise dmA
a ete embauchee dans le cadre de ce projet et quel en sera le cout.
M. Woods se demande si cette modification remplace la proposition formulee dans le
rapport. Le conseiller Ferguson est d'avis que la modification produit finalement le
meme resultat etant donne que M. Manning, president du sous- comite directeur du
centre Multiplex, aura encore A presenter le mandat au conseil. Le maire McFarlane se
demande si le conseiller Chang, le proposeur, et le conseiller White, le second, sont
d'accord avec la nouvelle proposition; A laquelle ils ont tous deux indique leur accord.
Une breve discussion s'ensuit. Les conseillers soulignent ('importance d'une approche
regionale pour ces installations. Le conseiller Titus demande si la proposition engage la
ville A debourser la somme de 75 000 $, et le maire McFarlane le confirme. II se
demande pourquoi la ville doit titre responsable de ces nouvelles installations alors
qu'elle est dej6 responsable de Harbour Station, de I'arena Lord Beaverbrook et de
nombreux autres arenas et terrains de balle, et indique qu'il ne peut appuyer la
proposition.
En reponse aux preoccupations exprimees par le conseiller Titus, le conseiller Ferguson
indique que c'est le maire McFarlane qui a pris ('initiative pour que The City of Saint
John agisse seule dans ce projet et qui a propose le concept d'installations moins
grandes. II affirme en outre qu'il aimerait encore qu'une etude de faisabilite soit
effectuee. Le maire McFarlane mentionne que la ville de Rothesay a declare que meme
si elle construisait un arena, elle pourrait encore titre interessee par des installations
regionales.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
12.4 Storm Drain Issues — Brentwood Crescent and Surrounding Areas
On motion of Councillor Ferguson
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that as recommended by the City
Manager, in consideration of the CBCL Limited study findings for the storm drainage
systems serving the Den Boom Cove Drainage Area of Millidgeville (Brentwood
Crescent, Millidge Avenue, Cambridge Estates, and Caledonia Brook catchment areas)
and the Conifer Crescent and Cedarwood Drive catchment areas, it is recommended
that:
1. CBCL Limited be engaged to evaluate design alternatives and to prepare a detailed
plan for necessary improvements to downstream storm drainage capacity (surface and
sub - surface) for the Den Boom Cove Drainage Area, a plan that optimizes flow capacity
with the investment in infrastructure required;
2. The CBCL Limited study report be provided to the Terrain Group Inc., the consultant
currently engaged to develop a Storm Water Management Strategy for the City of Saint
John, for consideration of the recommendations made in the larger context of the
Strategy,
3. Recommendations of the CBCL Limited study be considered for future Capital
improvement programs (2008 and beyond);
4. New development proposals within the Den Boom Cove Drainage Area be required to
demonstrate no net increase in storm drainage flows from the area — until such time the
capacity of downstream systems (surface and sub - surface) have been sized to handle
any additional flows;
5. A copy of this report be provided to building permit applicants seeking to construct in
an approved development in any of the six identified catchment areas (Brentwood
Crescent / Millidge Avenue / Cambridge Estates / Caledonia Brook / Conifer Crescent /
Cedarwood Drive) — for the purpose of communicating the issues relative to basement
elevation, foundation drainage design and lot grading; and
6. A backflow preventer be installed on the end of the foundation drain pipe leading from
89 -99 Brentwood Crescent into the storm system on Brentwood Crescent.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
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12.4 Problemes relatifs aux reseaux pluviaux — au croissant Brentwood et
peripheries
Proposition du conseiller Ferguson
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que, comme le recommande le directeur
general, suivant 1'examen des resultats de I'etude menee par CBCL Limited sur les
reseaux pluvieux desservant le bassin hydrologique de I'anse Den Boom de Millidgeville
(croissant Brentwood, avenue Millidge, lotissement Cambridge Estates et bassin
hydrologique de Caledonia Brook) et les bassins hydrologiques du croissant Conifer et
de la promenade Cedarwood, it est recommande que :
1. les services de CBCL Limited soient retenus pour evaluer d'autres options de
conception et preparer un plan detaille indiquant les ameliorations a apporter a la
capacite des reseaux pluvieux en aval (surface et subsurface), plan qui optimisera la
capacite de debit au moyen des investissements necessaires dans ('infrastructure;
2. le rapport d'etude de CBCL Limited soit remis a Terrain Group Inc., societe d'experts-
conseils embauchee pour elaborer une strategie de gestion des eaux pluviales pour The
City of Saint John, afin que 1'examen des recommandations soit effectue dans le
contexte plus large de la strategie;
3. les recommandations de I'etude de CBCL Limited soient prises en compte dans les
programmes d'ameliorations des immobilisations futurs (2008 et annees a venir);
4. les nouvelles propositions d'amenagement dans le bassin hydrographique de I'anse
Den Boom doivent demontrer qu'elles n'entraineront pas d'augmentation nette du debit
des eaux pluviales du bassin jusqu'a ce que la capacite des reseaux en aval (surface et
subsurface) soit adaptee pour tout debit supplementaire;
5. une copie de ce rapport soit fournie aux personnes qui presentent une demande de
permis de construire dans un amenagement approuve dans I'un des six bassins
hydrographiques designes (croissant Brentwood /avenue Mill idge/lotissement Cambridge
Estates /Caledonia Brook /croissant Conifer /promenade Cedarwood) aux fins de
communication des questions relatives a la hauteur du sous -sol, a la conception du
drainage des fondations et au nivellement du lot;
6. un dispositif antirefoulement soit installe a I'extremite du tuyau de drainage des
fondations du 89 -99, croissant Brentwood menant au reseau pluvial du croissant
Brentwood.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
13. Committee Reports
13.1 Parking Commission Residential Street Parking Central Peninsula
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton
RESOLVED that item 13. 1 which was tabled on
July 16, 2007, be lifted from the table.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
On motion of Councillor White
Seconded by Councillor Tait
RESOLVED that as recommended by the Saint
John Parking Commission, the City should not paint parking space lines on residential
streets in the South Central Peninsula, however, the SJPC enforcement staff will monitor
the situation on the streets in the South Central Peninsula on a regular basis and pass
out a friendly reminder to any residents or guests who are occupying more than one
parking space.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
13. Rapports deposes par les comites
13.1 Commission sur le stationnement relativement au stationnement sur rue
dans la peninsule centrale
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton
RESOLU que le point no 13.1, reporte lors de la
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COMMON COUNCIL /CONSEIL COMMUNAL
JULY 30, 2007 /LE 30 JUILLET 2007
reunion du 16 juillet 2007, soit examine des maintenant.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
Proposition du conseiller White
Appuyee par le conseiller Tait
RESOLU que, comme le recommande la
Commission sur le stationnement de Saint John, la Ville ne doit pas tracer de lignes de
stationnement sur les rues residentielles de la peninsule du centre -sud, toutefois, le
personnel responsable de 1'execution des arretes de la Commission sur le stationnement
surveillera la situation dans les rues de la peninsule du centre -sud de fagon periodique
et fera un petit rappel a toute personne qui occupe plus d'une place de stationnement.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
13.2 Committee of the Whole Report - Property Acquisition 9 -11 Tiffany Street
On motion of Councillor Court
Seconded by Councillor White
RESOLVED that:
1. The City of Saint John authorize Re /Max Professionals Saint John Inc. to act as
Agent on behalf of the City of Saint John in the acquisition of 9 -11 Tiffany Street under
the terms and conditions in the submitted agreement;
2. The City of Saint John authorizes Investment Securities Limited to act as
Nominee in the acquisition of 9 -11 Tiffany Street under the terms and conditions in the
submitted agreement.
3. That the City of Saint John ratify and affirm the entering into of the contract by
Investment Securities Limited with Nancy D. McKay dated June 18, 2007 for the
purchase of 9 -11 Tiffany Street and accept an assignment of the contract, all the
benefits and liabilities therein contained, from Investment Securities Limited; and
4. The Mayor and Common Clerk sign all documents required to give effect to these
resolutions.
Question being taken, the motion was carried.
13.2 Rapport du comite plenier — acquisition du bien -fonds situe au 9 -11, rue
Tiffany
Proposition du conseiller Court
Appuyee par le conseiller White
RESOLU que:
1. The City of Saint John autorise Re /Max Professionals Saint John Inc. a agir en
tant qu'agent de The City of Saint John pour I'acquisition du bien -fonds situe au 9 -11,
rue Tiffany conformement aux modalites et aux conditions prevues dans la convention
presentee;
2. The City of Saint John autorise Investment Securities Limited comme candidat
pour I'acquisition du bien -fonds situe au 9 -11, rue Tiffany conformement aux modalites
et aux conditions prevues dans la convention presentee;
3. The City of Saint John ratifie le contrat d'Investment Securities Limited et affirme
sa signature en date du 18 juin 2007 par 1'entremise de Nancy D. McKay pour I'achat du
bien -fonds situe au 9 -11, rue Tiffany et accepte la cession du contrat, de meme que tous
les avantages et les responsabilites qui y sont contenus, de Investment Securities
Limited;
4. le maire et le greffier communal signent tous les documents necessaires afin de
mettre en vigueur les presentes resolutions.
A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee.
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14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda
14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a I'approbation du
conseil
16. Adjournment
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned.
16. Cloture de la seance
Le maire declare que la seance est levee.
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54;" REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
August 13, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norman McFarlane
And Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
RE: Communications Survey
INTRODUCTION
City of Saint John
In the latter part of May of this year the City distributed an information booklet entitled
"A view on Saint John, how your tax dollars build value in our community" to every
household and business in the City. In total approximately 30,000 booklets were
distributed.
As a means to gauge support for publications of this type in the future and to assist in
determining the type of information that should be included the City, through our
communications firm M.T.& L., completed a representative sample survey of residents
using the services of Corporate Research Associates.
A copy of the report received from Corporate Research Associates along with the
detailed data tables is attached.
ANALYSIS
In summary the findings from the survey (as reported by Corporate Research Associates)
were as follows:
the booklet was generally well received by residents. Although less than half
of those surveyed remembered receiving the booklet, most of those who did
recall the booklet read or glanced through at least some of its contents. There
is indication however that the information in the booklet may have been
somewhat difficult to understand.
NOTE: Distribution of the booklet may have been an issue in people not
remembering it. The booklet was delivered by Canada Post and unfortunately in
many cases was included with a general flyer distribution.
the booklet received strong support for future distribution with two - thirds of
those who remembered receiving the information indicating an interest in
receiving it again in the future. Among this group, most were in favour of
receiving the booklet no more than twice per year.
When considering all sources of information for city news, newspapers fell
slightly behind television and radio. However, when asked to choose only one
primary source of information regarding what's happening in the city, the
radio, television and local newspapers are equally important sources.
Among those who had an opinion regarding what information they wished to
learn more about the City, many mentioned topics related to growth and
economic development as well as general decisions made by Common
Council.
The findings of this survey and additional comments received from the public will be
taken into consideration in the production of future information pieces.
It is recommended that this report be received and filed.
Respectfully submitted,
oC
Ar(qpew P. Beckett
Deputy City,>Aanager
Terry L. Totten F.
City Manager
• Introduction
• Corporate Research Associates (CRA) and MT &L have been commissioned by the City
of Saint John to place a series of questions on the CRA Saint John Urban Reportp
survey.
• This survey was conducted by telephone from June 7th to June 21St 2007 from
Corporate Research Associates' data collection facilities in Saint John. All interviewing
was conducted by fully- trained and supervised interviewers and a minimum of 10
percent of all completed interviews were subsequently verified.
• The Saint John Urban ReportO was completed with a randomly selected
representative sample of Saint John and surrounding area residents aged 18 years or
older. A total of 240 interviews were completed with residents of the City of Saint
John during this time.
• Objectives of this study included a measurement of city residents' awareness of a
booklet entitled "A view on SaintJohn how your tax dollars build value in
ourcommunity', which was distributedto city residents during the later part of
May, 2007. Readership and future interest were also assessed.
• The following pages present a summary of the findings, along with a detailed
graphical representation of the results. Data tables, expressed as a percentage of
total respondents and associated survey questions are also included.
NAr eL.
PO0I IC 11F C T10 N5 11 M 1 i(0
:SURVEY RESULTS
MTreel . CORPORATR RRSFARCH
RU5LIC RFLA T 1 O MS LIMITED
• Recall Receiving Booklet in Mail
Among Saint john City residents. (n =240)
No
56°/
Don't
know /No
M- rc el
P U & L I C LfLAT10N3 IIMITfD
*Shortly after a community
booklet entitled "A view on Saint
John, how your tax dollars build
value in our community' was
distributed into the community,
a good portion of city residents
could remember receiving that
Yes booklet.
41% *Although caution must be
taken when examining this
incidence across smaller
subgroups, there is evidence to
show that adults from higher
income households and with
higher education were more apt
to recall receiving the booklet.
On the other hand, only one
third of younger adults (18 -34)
recalled the information.
• Portion of Booklet that was Read
Among those who recall receiving the booklet. (n =99)
:1'.
60%
40%
20%
0%
All Most Some None
*Generally, the information
conveyed in the booklet was
positively received among
City of Saint John residents.
Close to half of those who
remember receiving the
information have read or
glanced through most of its
contents. Among all city
residents, this translates to
slightly more than one third
who have read at least some
of the information.
•Readership of the booklet
skewed slightly male, with 6
in 10 men who could recall
Don't the booklet claiming having
know /No read at least most of it.
Manswer
TFlFel CORPORATE RR P.A RCH
N O>tIC P LNT 10 N5 t I M ITFO
• Ease /Difficulty to Understand Info
Among those who read at least some of booklet information. (n =83)
;mod
20%
10%
0%
10 9 8 7
MTrcoel_
VU ILIC R L A T 10 NS IIM 6 TED
6 5 4 3 2 1 DKINA
•The information contained
in the booklet was
considered moderately easy
to understand. Only half
(50 %) of those who read or
glanced through at least
some of the contents rated
the booklet as 8 or higher on
a scale of 1 to 10 on this
aspect.
*There is a relationship
between ease or difficulty of
understanding and
household income: the
greater one's household
income, the greater the
likeliness of finding the
booklet easy to understand.
(Caution, small sample sizes)
C OR P O R AT F. R R s P. A R C H
• Interest i Receiving n Receg Booklet in Future
Among those who recall receiving the booklet. (n =99)
No
36°/
Don't
know /No
•Another indication of how
well the booklet was
received among city
residents is the strong
support for receiving the
booklet again in the future.
Two thirds of those who
remembered receiving the
information indicated that
they would be interested in
Yes receiving it again in the
i3 %o future.
MTFei- COR PORAT F. RF.s FA R C H
PU NLIC PE LNTIO NS LIMITED
• Frequency at Which to Receive Re
Among those interested in receiving again in future. (n =62)
:W9
60%
40%
20%
lowl
Yearly Every 6 Every 3 Monthly Other
months months
•Although many have
indicated support for
receiving the booklet again,
most would agree that they
would not wish to receive it
more than twice per year.
In fact, for half of those who
expressed an interest in
receiving the information
again, yearly distribution
would suffice.
r" ■ &t. CO R P O R ATE R P.s F A R C N
PV{LIC R E L P T 1 0 M S. L I M I T f 1 VV
• Source of Information for
Among Saint John City residents. (n =240)
■ Primary Source ■ All Important Sources
Television
Radio Station
Telegraph Journal
Newspaper - Other
Word of mouth
Internet
Other
Don't know /No answer
0%
M T(061L
P U N I C A t I A T i O N f I I M 1 7 . 0
20% 40% 60%
Events
*When asked about the most
important source of
information regarding what's
happening in the city,
television, radio, the
Telegraph Journal and other
newspapers were equally
considered. When
considering all important
sources of information for
city news, newspapers fall
slightly behind television and
radio.
*Older adults (55 or older)
are more likely than average
to rely on television for city
news while males are slightly
more likely to rely on the
Telegraph Journal for city
information than females.
CORPORAT F. RA9P.ARCH
• e About
• Topic Wishing to Know More
Among Saint John City residents. (n =240)
Economic development/City
growth /Job creation
Common council /Municipal
decisions
City of SJ projects and plans
Business & industry information
Community living, city services
" Top 5 Mentions
0% 10%
MTrcelL
P U_0 L IC A L1 7 t0 M5 LIM 1 7 F D
20%
*When asked about the sort
of information they wished
to learn more about, no one
particular topic surfaced as
one of great interest. In
fact, close to half of
residents couldn't think of a
response.
*Among those who could
provide an answer, many
were interested in topics
related to city growth and
economic development as
well as general decisions
made by city council.
Projects and plans related to
infrastructure, harbour clean-
up and other physical
developments for the city
were also mentioned.
C O R P O R A T P. RE 9 P. A R C H
DATA TABLES
MT F e y L C O R P O R A T R R E S E A R C H
V U 9 L I C R0IA r 10 M1 II M I T E0
• Data Tables
I ill :lE=1d YiF
A booklet was distributed to all the citizens of Saint John over the latter part of May. This booklet Is called 'A view on Saint John, how
your tax dollars build value In our community'.
Do you recall receiving this booklet In the mall?
Mrcoe l_ CORPORATR RE F. A R C H
PUr L I C R t A 10 N5 I M 1TFD ix
INCOME
AGE
EDUCATION
GENDER
OVERALL
<$SOK
<$75K
> $75K
183Grad 4
35.54
55.
L.T. H.S.
Grad H.S. Some P.S.
Grad P.S.
M F
Yes
41
41
33
58
32
46
42
33
33 50
48
38 43
No
56
55
63
42
e6
52
53
63
66 41
51
60 53
Don't know
3
4
4
0
2
2
5
4
1 9
1
2 4
SAMPLE SIZE (a)
240
98
51
43
59
95
as
27
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105
102 138
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TABLE KM:
Of the information contained in this booklet, how much or how little of It have you personally read or glanced through? Have you read or
glanced through all, most, some or none of the information?
N" rcOei— CORPORATE. RFSFARCH
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OVERALL
%
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18.34
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35.54
55+
L.. H.
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GENDER
M F
All
26
20
24
32
37
23
25
33
26 36
22
38
18
Most
18
15
18
24
16
20
17
22
4 6
26
21
17
Some
39
45
41
28
37
39
42
33
52 44
34
26
48
None
15
18
18
16
11
16
17
11
13 13
18
15
15
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1
3
0
0
0
2
0
0
4 0
0
0
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SAMPLE SIZE (in
99
40
17
25
19
44
36
9
23 18
s0
39
50
% AWMOST
1 44
35
41
56
53
43
42
56
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48
59
35
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TABLE MTS:
OF 'AT LEAST SOME INFORMATION' IN MT2] Based on what you've reed or glanced through, how easy or difficult Is it to understand the
Information presented In the booklet? Please use a scale of 1 to 10, 1 meaning very difficult and 10 very easy to understand.
How easy or difficult Is It to understand the information?
Mmmrcoe _M CORPORATR RFfiPARCH
PUSLIC RELAT10N5 LIMITED
OVERALL
%
<$90K
INCOME
$50-<$751(
>$75K
18.34
AGE
35.54
55i
L.T. H.
S.
EDUCATION
Grad H.S. Some P.S.
Grad P.S.
GENDER
M F
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1
3
0
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6
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13
0
0
0
3
0
2
1
0
0
0
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3
0
0
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2
3
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5
13
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0
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10
0
16
0
2
6
4
4
1
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7
0
6
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
2
5
11
16
7
5
6
11
13
25
11
7
10
18
6
6
14
6
14
10
6
14
20
13
16
29
7
12
16
7
16
16
29
14
18
19
10
0
21
7
20
12
18
8
16
13
29
14
18
17
13
13
11
0
24
9
20
9
14
19
7
14
24
14
10
13
5
29
15
15
14
Very easy
19
13
7
43
18
17
23
25
21
21
17
21
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1
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83
32
14
21
17
36
30
8
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14
41
33
50
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50
45
43
71
59
49
47
50
37
54
56
45
53
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9
16
7
0
12
6
10
13
16
0
7
12
6
MEAN
7.3
6.8
7.1
8.5
7.5
7.3
7.2
6.7
6.8
7.8
7.5
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MEDIAN
7.5
7.0
7.0
9.0
8.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
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8.0
7.0
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TABLE MT4:
Would you be Interested in receiving this booklet again in the future?
TABLE RATS:
How often would you like to receive the City of Saint John report to the community? Would you say once per year, every 6 months, every
3 months, or monthly?
INCOME
AGE
EDUCATION
GENDER
OVERALL
%
<$SOK
950. <$75K
> $75K
18 -34
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63
70
71
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63
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58
56
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64
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36
28
29
32
37
34
39
33
30 44
36
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99
40
17
25
19
44
39
9
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39 60
TABLE RATS:
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3 months, or monthly?
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48
50
67
41
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45
52
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56
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51
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35
36
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35
33
34
38
20
50 22
34
37
34
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8
11
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3
4
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As a Saint John resident, what is your main source of Information regarding what's happening In the city?
NI Teel CORPORATE RESEARCH
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%
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a 675K
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35-54
550
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23
23
24
19
29
18
26
15
26
28
22
19
27
Radio Stallun
23
19
39
26
27
26
18
19
24
34
22
22
25
Television
21
26
14
14
8
21
29
30
23
19
18
21
21
Telegraph Journal
20
21
8
30
20
25
15
15
17
13
27
23
19
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4
2
12
2
5
4
2
4
6
0
4
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1
Internet
2
2
4
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1
0
0
0
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3
3
1
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3
3
0
5
3
2
4
4
4
3
2
3
3
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4
3
0
5
2
3
6
15
0
0
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1 240
98
61
43
56
98
65
27
70
32
105
102
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TABLE MT6: TOTAL MENTIONS
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42
50
31
28
22
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55
48
41
44
41
39
44
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41
38
57
42
37
45
39
30
40
53
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41
41
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33
35
29
37
27
36
34
22
33
25
40
38
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30
32
31
23
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23
34
22
29
47
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26
33
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15
11
25
12
19
16
11
7
16
25
13
18
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5
5
8
5
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2
2
0
1
3
9
7
3
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5
6
0
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3
6
6
4
6
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5
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4
3
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5
3
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98
51
43
59
96
86
27
70
32
105
102
136
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What Is It about the City of Saint John that you would like to know more about?
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OVERALL
< MGK
INCOME
a50 -<875K
a 8751(
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AGE
3534
55e
L.T. H.
EDUCATION
Grad H.S. Some P.S.
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15
19
10
21
14
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14
13
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4
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7
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5
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11
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7
4
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5
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5
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7
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6
5
8
7
8
6
4
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6
5
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3
3
4
5
5
4
1
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3
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3
3
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7
0
5
1
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1
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1
0
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1
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16
21
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12
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24
26
14
13
14
13
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37
32
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27
31
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51
43
59
95
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105
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MT10 A booklet was distributed to all the citizens of Saint John over the latter part of May.
This booklet is called "A view on SaintJohn, how your tax dollars build value in
our community.
Do you recall receiving this booklet in the mail?
01 Yes
02 No
Volunteered
08 Don't know
IF NO OR DONT KNOW, GO TO QUESTION MT6
MT2. Of the information contained in this booklet, how much or how little of it have you
personally read or glanced through? Have you read or glanced through all, most, some
or none of the information?
01 All
02 Most
03 Some
04 None
Volunteered
08 Don't know /NA
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glanced through, how easy or difficult is it to understand the information presented in
the booklet? Please use a scale of 1 to 10, 1 meaning very difficult and 10 very easy
to understand.
VERY DIFFICULT
1 2 3 4
VERY EASY DK
7 8 9 10 98
How easy or difficult is it to understand the information?
MT4. Would you be interested in receiving this booklet again in the future? [YES OR NO]
01 YES
02 NO
Volunteered
08 Don't know
IF NO OR DK, SKIP TO QUESTION MT6
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would
you like
to receive the
City of Saint John report to the community?
Would you
say...
[READ
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ONLY]
01
Once per year
02
Every 6 months
03
Every 3 months, or
04
Monthly?
Volunteered
05 Other (Specify)
08 Don't know /NA
MTG. As a Saint John resident, what is your main source of information regarding what's
happening in the city? [PROBE FOR MAIN /MOST IMPORTANT SOURCE, THEN ALL
OTHER MENTIONS: "How else do you get information about Saint John ? "]
01
02
03
04
05
06
98
Television
Radio Station
Telegraph Journal
Newspaper — Other
Word of mouth (friends /family /neighbours)
Other (Specify)
Don't know /NA
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[RECORD VERBATIM — PROBE FOR DETAILS]
[PROBE: "Anything else? Can you tell me a little bit more about that ? "]
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M & C —2007-252
August 10, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Assignment of Lease Stall 4 City Market
BACKGROUND:
In July of 2006 Common Council resolved to lease space at the City Market to an
Olivier franchisee, A Little Faith Inc. Olivier is Canada's Official Soap
Ecomuseum. Olivier operates retail stores, such as that found in the City Market,
which are soap boutiques featuring traditionally crafted soaps and related wellness
products.
Over the course of the past year the franchisee and the franchisor have come to
understandings whereby A Little Faith is no longer the franchisee. The franchisor
had made arrangements with A Little Faith to attempt to secure an alternate
franchisee to take over the operation. The parent company was unsuccessful in its
attempt to refranchise the store and ultimately decided to operate the store as
corporate.
Recently staff was approached by Mr. Pierre Pelletier, V.P., Director of
Marketing of Olivier seeking the City of Saint John's approval to assign the Lease
to 629517 NB Inc., operating under the company name of Olivier Saint John.
Report to Common Council Page 2
August 10, 2007
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That Common Council consents to an Assignment of Lease from A Little
Faith Inc. to 629517 NB Inc., reserving never the less, the Lessor's rights
with respect to any future assignment, effective July 30, 2007; and further
2. That the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the consent.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim R. Baird, MCIP
Commissioner
Planning and Development
Terrence Totten, F.C.A.
City Manager
Attachment
BI:111
REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
M & C 2007 - 264
August 9, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council:
SUBJECT: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT:
FLOW MONITORING - WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
E-31
The City of Saint John
The approved 2007 Water and Sewerage Utility Fund Capital Program —Water Service Needs
category includes funding necessary to engage engineering services to complete the following:
• Preliminary investigation, site surveys and data collection
• Preliminary design, and design report with cost estimates
• Update the system -wide flow metering report
• Detailed design drawings and specifications
• Tender period services, construction management and onsite inspection
The purpose of the Flow Monitoring - Water Distribution System project is to design and install
flow meters at critical locations in the water transmission and distribution system. More flow
data is required to better operate the water system and for the optimal design of new
infrastructure. The current system is missing or has outdated flow meters at some critical
facilities. This project will examine where the gaps exist, and prioritize the new installations.
Long term planning for future installations is also a component of the work being done. The City
of Saint John will plan capital improvements to the water system based on the results of this
report. The installations for this project will involve new flow meters and /or data collectors at
five sites. Construction will likely take place in the late fall or winter.
PURPOSE OF THE REPORT
The purpose of this report is to make a recommendation for consulting engineering services for
this project.
M & C 2007 -264
August 9, 2007
Page 2
ANALYSIS
On July 5, 2007, with a comprehensive and detailed scope of work document developed by staff,
a proposal for consulting engineering services was requested from CBCL Limited. In response
to this request, CBCL Limited submitted a proposal on July 18, 2007. Staff was previously
authorized to conduct negotiations with this consultant for engineering services for the Flow
Monitoring - Water Distribution System Project.
A Review Committee of staff completed an analysis of the submission:
Brian Keenan, P. Eng.
Engineering Manager, Municipal Engineering
Dean Price, P. Eng.
Municipal Engineer, Municipal Engineering
Jeremy Howley
Associate Operations Manager, Water & Wastewater Systems
Nicole Taylor, M.Eng., P.Eng.
Operations Manager, Water Resources & Quality
Brent McGovern, P.Eng.
Manager, Water & Wastewater Operations
Dave Logan, CPPB
Purchasing Agent / Manager, Materials and Fleet Management
Each member completed a review of the submission, and a subsequent meeting of the Review
Committee was held to jointly discuss the information presented in the CBCL Limited proposal.
The upset price contained in the proposal was also evaluated by the committee and the
committee agreed that the consultant's requested fee was appropriate for submission to Council
for approval.
The submission from
CBCL Limited met
all of the requirements of the request
for proposal in a
manner acceptable to
the committee with
a cost - effective bid
for the
project.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The proposed cost of the work from CBCL Limited to provide design and construction
management services is approximately $66,918.43 including the City's eligible HST rebate. An
amount of $245,000 was included in the 2007 Water and Sewerage Utility Fund Capital Program
for both construction and engineering services.
M & C 2007 -264
August 9, 2007
Page 3
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the proposal of CBCL Limited for engineering services (design and
construction management) for the Flow Monitoring - Water Distribution System Project be
accepted and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the appropriate
documentation in that regard.
Respectfully submitted,
nJ. M. Paul Groo y, P. Eng.
CCommis '. er
Munici 1 Operations & gineering
e4 T/C _1
Terrence L. Totten, F.C.A.
City Manager
M & C — 2007 -268
August 10, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Public Hearing Date - 461 Ellerdale Street
As provided in Common Council's resolution of August 3, 2004, this report
indicates the rezoning and Section 39 applications received and recommends an
appropriate public hearing date.
The full applications are available in the Common Clerk's office and will form
part of the documentation presented at the public hearing.
Name of Location Existing
Applicant Zone
Proposed
Zone
Reason
Hughes Surveys 461 Ellerdale "ID"
"RM -2" &
To expand the
& Consultants Ltd. Street
Sec. 39
site of an
for Woodhollow Park
Amendment
approved
Development Ltd.
apartment
development
RECOMMENDATION:
That Common Clerk schedule the public hearing for the rezoning application of
Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc. for Woodhollow Park Development Ltd. at
461 Ellerdale Street.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim R. Baird, MCIP
Commissioner
Planning and Development
JRB /mmf
Terrence Totten, F.C.A.
City Manager
REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIIL
M & C — 2007 -262
August 8, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Amendments to Saint John Preservation Areas By -law
BACKGROUND:
Council previously authorized advertisement and set a date for a Public
for consideration of the proposed amendments to the Saint John PreserN
Areas By -Law. Unfortunately, it was not possible to proceed with the I
Hearing on the date advertised. A new date for the Public Hearing is pr
=
City of Saint John
It is recommended that Common Council authorize advertisement and set public
hearing date at 7:00 p.m. on September 10, 2007 in the Council Chamber, or
consideration of the proposed amendments to the Saint John Preservation eas
By -Law (proposed to be renamed the Heritage Development By -Law).
submitted,
C 6CMf�
R. Baird, MCIP
anni and Developme
Terrence Totten, F.C.A.
City Manager
JBz/mmf
M & C — 2007 -267
August 10, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Proposed Development
Crane Mountain Road
BACKGROUND:
At its July 16, 2007 meeting, Council received the attached request to authorize
building on a large parcel of land adjacent to their present residence at 130 Crane
Mountain Road (see- attached sketch). The applicants have had various
discussions with City staff and are aware of the difficulty this proposal presents
for the City but wish to proceed in any event.
The Zoning By -law contains a provision in Section 40, which states:
"No building may be erected in the City in respect of which, in the
opinion of the council, satisfactory arrangements have not been
made for the supply of electric power, water, sewerage, streets, or
other services or facilities. "
In this situation and other similar cases, the City does not provide one or more of
the listed services. In this case there is power, phone, and good quality access
provided by the Province. However, the Provinces service on these types of
access roads is for resource or rural uses. The City has repeatedly been cautioned
that if urban development is permitted along these access roads, the City will be
required to maintain and provide service to the area. The City at present only
provides summer and winter road maintenance to development along the
Westfield Road and adjacent street but not in this area.
In the recent past the City did approve the development of a seasonal recreational
property in the area which utilizes a similar provincial access road. In September
2002, Council refused a request by a Mr. Moyer to construct a permanent
residence in a very similar situation on the other side of the highway.
Report to Common Council
August 10, 2007
Page 2
The applicant has a variety of valid reasons for her request outlined in the letter.
Staff has not been supportive of increased development in this area and cannot
support this proposal. This and other situations have the effect of increasing the
responsibility to deliver services in the long term.
Council can, and has, approved development like this with conditions. The
recommendation however is to deny the request.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the applicant be informed that the City will not issue a building permit for
this property as appropriate services are not being provided to this property.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim R. Baird, MCIP
Commissioner
Planning and Development
Terrence Totten, F.C.A.
City Manager
JRB /mmf
I
130 CRANE MOUNTAIN ROAD,
SAINT JOHN, NEW BRUNSWICK,
52M4T8
July 4, 2007
TO MAJOR NORM MACFARLANE & THE ON COUNCILLORS OF '`HE CITE' OF SAINT J014N
'xin this litter as a formal request for approval, of a building permit so I
I would appreciate your recogai g
• e old Acamac $ackland R.+aad from the apartment building at 130 Crane
can have a house directly across tb
e apartment building, Owned by my mother K.aryn Thorn►as and would
Mountain Road. I currently reside In th p across the street for my family. This property
like too put a singe family residence on the property directly acra d will have ear access
P
road fronts on Crane Mountain Road as does the apartment building an r Y which
would have �
to hydro. The PAN NUMBER •�R IS #05189304. I have a written first option to purchase the property
belongs to the estate of Victoria Beckett., which is administered by her daughter and son in law (Betty and
Kenneth Farmer.)4
that this property and the Beckett family and their heirs have had with
I am well aware of the bad history PmP re due to their living in Sudbury, Massachusetts
the administration at city hall. Part of their recent problems a
. t a positive relationship and are not looking at a large development and
and being absentee landlords. We wan
Eight with city ha]l*
the is maintained in a better more orderly fashion. I've
I aria very responsible and feel th at property a stolen items to the landfill and the paintball
too prevent illegal dumping in the area and even return d .The Tamil en'o the
helped p
• better caliber of tenants in the building than our predecessors had y 1 Y
business. 'I"here is a b
this coon setting We do our own plowing and the police and fire
outdoors, nature
and like to hoe in this
• ince we have moved here, because we are Ihving here and are able to
a fEicials are not making regular calls s are workin hard to improve an area that had
monitor the building, and the area. Vile have new tenants and g
suffered from absentee owners.
. lane MLA for our area with housing for a Lady in Saint Jahn who has
I have been ass' ng Abel Leblanc
b offering their services to assist this disabled mothers Since
rnultYple sclerosis.The city has kindly Y n vn medication and undergoing tests far multiple
then m own daughter has been very ill and has bee ores to establish a sin a family
Y been most up set and feel I need to take meal
sclerosis. Needless to say I have be
home that will enable me to look after my own family caste
I can proceed with r►egotiations r+e the purchase of the lased. If I
I need your help, your approval, so p
cannot build then it is useless for me to purchase the property.
Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in this request
(847 -34
Sincerely,
,ING PERMITS APPLICANT
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REPORT TO COMMON COUNCI
M & C — 2007 — 259
August 9, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Sale of Land at 100 Meadowbank Avenue
BACKGROUND:
On January 29, 1974 Common Council resolved:
"... that as recommended by the Land Committee, an area of t
owned vacant land, which is a portion of Lot 5 on Meadowb
Avenue, and which abuts the property of Mr. Ismail Patel
Meadowbank Avenue, be sold to Mr. Patel for the appraised vt
of $900.00, the said land being 8,024 sq ft in area"
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City of Saint John
The land in question is designated Part "B" on a subdivision plan titled
"Amending Subdivision Plan Lot 5 Block 3 Meadowbank Avenue Millidgevi
Heights Subdivision Lands Owned by The City of Saint John" dated Sept mb
25, 1974 and filed in the Saint John County Registry Office on September 30,
1974 as File 57 45.
The City has been contacted by Mrs. Patel's solicitor, seeking transfer of
parcel. Staff indicated it would recommend the transfer if the Purchaser v
agree to pay $4,000.00 for the land. This price reflects a CPI adjustment c
1974 value of $900.00. Mrs. Patel's solicitor asked staff to secure Comm
Council approval of the transfer and further seek the City to close on or b
August 24, 2007. The City's Legal Department indicates it can close on c
that date conditional upon the purchaser's solicitor securing a land titles
exemption. The transfer will confirm the consolidation of the City parcel
Patel lot.
the
before
Report to Common Council
August 6, 2007
RECOMMENDATION:
That Common Council rescinds its resolution of January 29, 1974 and furt
resolves to sell that parcel of land shown as lot `B" on Plan file #57 drawe
being a 9,175 sq. ft. +/- parcel to Mrs. Patel on or before August 24, 2007
$4,000.00 plus HST if applicable with the Mayor and Common Clerk auth
to execute any document required to effect the transfer.
submitted,
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Date: August 9, 2007
M & C — 2007 -258
August 10, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Land Acquisition - Watershed
BACKGROUND:
In April of 2007 the City agreed to purchase lands from Lake Minote Holding
Ltd. A subdivision plan is required and is being prepared. The purchase was to be
completed by July 30, 2007. Various summer vacation periods have resulted in a
delay and the closing cannot take place as required.
As the reasons for acquisition remain as earlier stated, the vendor has agreed to
close on or before August 31, 2007. The following is recommended:
RECOMMENDATION:
1. That The City of Saint John acquire PID 55055180 and a 13 -acre
portion +/- of PID 55055214 as generally shown on the attached sketch
from Lake Minote Holdings Ltd. for $32,500 on or before August 31,
2007; and further
2. That The City of Saint John shall prepare and pay for any plan
necessary to effect the transaction; and further
3. That the Mayor and the Common Clerk be authorized to execute all
documents required to finalize this transaction.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim R. Baird, MCIP Terrence Totten, F.C.A.
Commissioner City Manager
Planning and Development
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M & C — 2007 -265
August 10, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Sale of Portion of Closed Street
(formerly Egbert Street Extension)
BACKGROUND:
In 1865 the County Road Commissioners `laid out' a road from Old Westmorland
Road (now Thorne Avenue) to Little River Road (now Bayside Drive). This road
would cross that portion of land which was referred to as "the Flats" as well as
Dutchman's Creek. The road was originally thought to be built in 1802 or 1803
and was part of the main highway to the Red Head area until the mid 1850's.
Over time its prominence and use receded to the point where the right of way was
no longer evident. The right of way was transferred to The City of Saint John in
1972.
This former road traversed PID 55146153; Lot 98 -3 on the Subdivision Plan filed
in the Saint John Co. Registry Office. The parcel is owned by Loblaw Properties
Limited. The solicitor representing Loblaw Properties Limited has requested that
the City execute a deed in favour of his client for that portion of stopped up and
closed right of way. This request is similar to that granted by Common Council to
Irving Oil Limited in fall of 2006.
It should be noted Loblaw's has historically paid all property taxes for this land as
it was not common knowledge that the right of way existed. As such a transfer for
nominal consideration is recommended.
Report to Common Council
August 10, 2007
RECOMMENDATION:
Page 2
That The City of Saint John transfer the fee simple interest in the Stopped Up and
Closed portion of Egbert Street within the limits of Lot 98 -3 and owned by
Loblaw Properties Limited, as shown on the attached plan on or before September
27tH, 2007 for $1.00 plus all expenses incurred to effect the transfer; and further
that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign the transfer or any other
documents required to fmalize this transaction.
Respectfully submitted,
Jim R. Baird, MCIP
Commissioner
Planning and Development
Terrence Totten, F.C.A.
City Manager
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OPEN SESSION
M & C — 2007 - 263
August 8, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
Subject: CAPITAL FINANCING
The attached Notice of Motion has been prepared as a first step in the permanent
financing of certain Capital Projects. The purpose of the issue is summarized on the
attached schedule.
The giving of this Notice of Motion does not commit the City to any further action. It does,
however, place the City in a position to take action after the expiry of 30 days at such time
as bond market conditions and opportunities permit.
At this stage, it is not necessary to set limits with respect to the coupon rate or the terms
for which bonds are to be issued. These will be established at a later date and will be
related to the market conditions at that time.
Respectfully submitted,
Gregory J. Yeomans, CGA, MBA
Commissioner of Finance
Terrence L. Totten, CA
City Manager
NOTICE OF MOTION
His Worship the Mayor gave the following Notice of Motion. "I do hereby give Notice that
will, at a meeting of Common Council held after the expiration of thirty days from this day,
move or cause to be moved, the following resolution:
Namely,
RESOLVED that occasion having arisen in the public interest for the following
Public Civic Works and needed Civic Improvements, that is to say:
(Details to be read from "Purpose of the Issue ")."
THEREFORE RESOLVED that debentures be issued under provisions of the Acts of
Assembly 52, Victoria, Chapter 27, Section 29 and amendments thereto, to the amount of
$ 13,200,000.
The City of Saint John
Proposed issue of Debentures
To Be Dated On or After September 12, 2007
Purpose of Issue
GENERALFUND
Protective Services
$
1,250,000
Transportation Services
$
2,250,000
Economic Development
$
1,000,000
Parks and Recreation
$
1,200,000
5,700,000
WATER & SEWERAGE UTILITY
Water System $ 5,000,000
Sewer System $ 2,000,000 7,000,000
SAINT JOHN TRANSIT 500,000
TOTAL $ 13,200,000
DEPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
M & C 2007 - 254
August 2, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council,
SUBJECT: Fallsview Drive - Slope Failure
BACKGROUND
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The City of Saint John
On April 16, 2007 there was a slope failure on the east side of Fallsview Drive, adjacent to and
south of the Reversing Falls Restaurant. The failure occurred within the ravine area between two
existing outcrops of rock between the Reversing Falls Restaurant and the new Cafe to the south
of the main restaurant building. Both of these buildings are situated on rock and neither was in
danger with respect to the slope failure that had occurred. The failure appears to have been the
result of increased soil weight on the slope due to much higher than normal groundwater levels,
high tides at the foot of the slope and the remaining frost preventing the free flow of ground
water through the soils.
Staff requested Fundy Engineering (geotechnical consultant) to assess the site and make
recommendations. They conducted a survey of the site and prepared a report outlining three
options to repair the void area left by the slope failure. This report was received from the
consultant on July 25, 2007.
The assessment of the area and preparation of the report took some time to complete as a result
of the existing conditions at the site, including a need for groundwater to drain from the
embankment. Information gathered was assessed and options prepared to reinstate the slope in a
safe and cost effective manner.
M & C 2007 — 254
August 2, 2007
Page 2
ANALYSIS
The study completed by Fundy Engineering recommended three main options to reinstate the
area. Two options consisted of variations of installing sheet piling driven down to bedrock and
anchoring it horizontally into the soils behind the sheet piled wall. Fill would then be placed on
the lower side of the wall leaving a vertical face of approximately 2 metres to the back of the
sidewalk. These options would take approximately six to eight weeks to complete and were the
two most costly alternatives.
The third option proposed simply backfilling the slope with a 300mm layer of clear stone and
then covered with a light weight quarry stone to the level of the back of the existing sidewalk.
This option could be accomplished in approximately a two week period.
Staff met with the consultant to review these options to ensure that the action to be taken would
be the best choice taking safety, slope stability and financial implications into account. This
meeting led to a possible fourth option which would require relocation of the existing curb and
sidewalk further to the west to flatten the reinstated slope. This option would reduce the useable
property at the site eliminating parking at the restaurant facilities and narrowing Fallsview Drive.
The cost for this option would be closer to the sheet piling options (which would not lead to the
loss of parking and street facilities) and was therefore dismissed by staff.
Staff proposes that the work take place at this site in the September /October timeframe,
after the tourist season has come to an end. The geotechnical consultant has confirmed
that the site has stabilized and further slope failure would not be anticipated within the
time period before construction.
There are a limited number of contractors equipped and available to complete this type
of construction work. Adhering to the Common Council Resolution of April 23, 2007
(M &C 2007 -108), the Chief City Engineer, in consultation with the Purchasing Agent,
will identify a qualified contractor to make the necessary repairs to the slope failure on
Fallsview Drive upon consideration and approval by Council of the recommendation
contained herein. Staff will consult with the Purchasing Agent to obtain quotes from
qualified contractors to conduct the work in the timeframe as previously stated.
After this process, a recommendation for award of the repair contract will be made to
Common Council.
M & C 2007 — 254
August 2, 2007
Page 3
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
As stated previously, there were two options involving the installation of sheet piling. One of
these options required the removal of the curb and sidewalk in front of the slope failure,
installation of the sheet piling and horizontal anchors and reinstatement of the curb and sidewalk
in the existing location. This option was estimated to cost approximately $230,000 including
HST. The second sheet piling option was similar to the first but utilized a different method of
installation of the horizontal anchors. This option would not require removal of the curb and
sidewalk and was estimated at approximately $205,000. The third option recommended
backfilling the slope with engineered backfill materials to allow groundwater to flow more
freely. This method would allow the groundwater to flow with less restriction thereby not
building up static soil pressures and causing the slope to fail again. The cost for this option was
estimated to be $46,000 to achieve. These amounts have been updated and are higher than the
costs outlined at Council's meeting of July 30.
All three options include engineering inspection fees by the geotechnical consultant during
construction.
The cost to backfill the void as proposed by staff at a cost of approximately $46,000 will be
funded within the General Fund Operating Budget.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Common Council authorize staff to proceed with identifying a qualified
contractor to place engineered backfills on the slope to fill the void left by the slope failure on
the east side of Fallsview Drive (third option) at an estimated cost of $46,000 and report back to
Council with a recommendation for award of the contract by September 10, 2007.
Respectfully submitted,
J. M. Paul Groody, P. Eng. Terrence L. Totten, F.C.A.
Commissioner, City Manager
Municipal Operations & Engineering
REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
M & C — 2007 -251
10 August 2007
His Worship Norman McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Tender for Tires and Tubes
BACKGROUND:
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City of saint J1--oh iI
Each year the City calls a public tender for the establishment of a supply agreement
for the provision of tires and tubes and associated materials and services.
In recent years there has been some on going interest and discussion surrounding
the establishment of a tire maintenance program with one of the local suppliers.
Staff has explored this approach to out sourcing tires and tubes and has reported
to Council, as recently as last year, as a result of a call for proposals, that the
perceived benefits of such a program do not off -set its cost.
The supplier however is convinced that there are tangible benefits to be had by the
City through an initiative such as this. It is for this reason that there continues to be
on going dialogue. Staffs of Fleet Services and Materials Management have
committed to the proponent to revisit this issue with the supplier once this tire
supply agreement process has been concluded.
ANALYSIS:
Three companies submitted bids in response to the City's call for public tenders.
PAGE TWO
ANALYSIS .... Cont'd;
A summary of the bids for the tires and tubes is included for your information and
consideration.
It is important to note that while the City encourages competitive bidding and in
the case of tenders such as this one, would recommend splitting the award of this
bid along the lines of the lowest price offered for each individual item. The City
does reserve the right, by policy and by tender, when deemed to be impractical, not
to make an award in this fashion.
Such is the case with this tender. For the most part the items are all split between
the two major and consistent bidders. However one item, number `132 ", has a
lower bid price offered by the 3rd bidder. It is impractical, for financial and
administrative reasons, to award only 1 of 43 items tendered to the third bidder.
Item B2 has an estimated quantity of 25 tires over the annual life of the agreement.
The price difference between the lowest bidder and the second lowest bidder, is
$15.80 per tire, or approximately $395.00 over the annual life of the agreement.
The estimated cost to establish, maintain and administer a supply agreement for 1
of 43 items offered, is far greater than the potential savings of $395.00.
It is for this reason that staff are recommending, in this case, award of item B2 to
the second lowest bidder.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
It is impossible to predict with any degree of accuracy, the total cost of tires,
tubes, materials and services that will be purchased off this supply agreement.
However based solely on previous years experience and using the estimated
quantities established for this tender, it is considered reasonable to assume that the
City will spend in the area of $170,000.00 over the 12 month life of this
agreement.
This is an annual vehicle maintenance requirement and as such funds to cover the
cost of these materials and services are included in the annual operating budgets.
PAGE THREE
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the tender for the establishment of a 12 month supply
agreement for the provision of tires, tubes, miscellaneous materials and services, be
awarded to the lowest acceptable bidder in each case as indicated on the enclosed
summary of bids.
Respectfully submitted,
David Logan, CPPB
Purchasing Agent
T.L. Totten, FCA
City Manager
LSIU NUMMAKY
CITY OF SAINT JOHN
TENDER: 2007 - 261001 T
TIRES AND TUBES
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
APPROX
QTY.
FAIRWEATHER TIRE
MILLER TIRE
COAST TIRE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
Al
P205/60R/16 - ALL SEASON
10
Firestone
90.24*
Uniroyal Tiger Paw
Touring
102.75
Goodyear - 6THR
94.45
A2
P205/60R/16 - WINTER
10
BF Goodrich
100.00*
Uniroyal Ice & Snow
108.00
Goodyear - 6W3
122.98
A3
P215/60R/16 - WINTER
10
BF Goodrich
103.00
BF Goodrich Winter
Slalom
$ 120.00
Goodyear- UGI
$ 99.07*
A4
P215/60R/17 - ALL SEASON - Speed Rating 95T or Better
NEW
Firestone
125.76
No Quote
Goodyear- Re etta
97.85*
A5
P215/60R/17 - WINTER - Speed Rating 95T or Better
NEW
Michelin
149.20
No Quote
Hancock - W409
99.00*
A6
P225/60R/18 - ALL SEASON - Police Pursuit
NEW
Firestone
135.04*
No Quote
Goodyear- CT
144.61
A7
P225/60R/18 - WINTER - Police Pursuit
NEW
Firestone
137.33
No Quote
Good ear -GW3
129.00*
A8
P225/75R/15 - ALL SEASON
20
Firestone
$ 71.04
Uniroyal Freedom
$ 80.25
Dunlop - SP60
$ 69.10*
A9
P225/75R/15 - WINTER
10
BF Goodrich
$ 90.40
Uniroyal Ice & Snow
$ 96.00
Goodyear- U6
$ 71.42*
A10
P225/75R/16 - ALL SEASON
24
Firestone
$ 103.20
Uniroyal Cross
Country
$ 112.50
Dunlop - Rover
$ 97.81*
All
P225/75R/16 - WINTER
12
Bridgestone
$ 165.24
No Quote
Dunlop - S16
$ 121.84*
Al2
P225 60R16 ALL SEASON
10
Firestone
84.00
Uniroyal Freedom
87.00
Goodyear-
Inte it
82.87*
A13
P225/60R16 WINTER
10
BF Goodrich
104.80
Uniroyal Ice & Snow
112.50
Good ear -UGI
102.74*
A14
P225 60R16 ALL SEASON - Police Pursuit
100
Firestone
100.00
BF Goodrich Traction
T A
154.50
Goodyear - 6THR
99.18*
A15
P225 60R16 WINTER - Police Pursuit
150
Firestone
117.76
No Quote
Goodyear - 6W2
117.00*
A16
P235/55R/17 - ALL SEASON - Police Pursuit
NEW
Firestone
128.64
Michelin Pilot Sport
A/S
262.50
Good ear - RSA
109.00*
A17
P235/55R/17 - WINTER - Police Pursuit
NEW
Firestone
126.60
Michelin Pilot Alpin
PA2
270.00
Goodyear - GW3
122.70*
A18
P235/75R/15 - ALL SEASON
20
Firestone
$ 74.88
Uniroyal AWP
$ 108.00
Dunlop - SP60
$ 71.97*
A19
P235/75R/15 - WINTER
20
BF Goodrich
$ 94.60
Uniroyal Ice & Snow
$ 100.50
Goodyear- UG
$ 74.36*
A20
P235/75R/17 - ALL SEASON
4
Firestone
$ 140.50*
No Quote
Goodyear - WRSA
141.03
A21
P245/75R/17 - ALL SEASON
4
Bridgestone
$ 160.50
BF Goodrich Rugged
Trail T/A
$ 192.00
Goodyear - WRSA
$ 146.16*
A22
P265/65R/17 - ALL SEASON
4
Firestone
$ 144.96*
Uniroyal Cross
Country
1 $ 147.00
Goodyear - SRA
$ 145.37
DISCOUNT ON UNLISTED TIRES
46% Bridgestone & Firestone
X -tra 2% by 15th if month
Uniroyal Passenger - 25%
BF Goodrice Passenger - 25%
Michelin Passenger - 25%
46%
X -tra 2% b 101h of month
* Indicates Recommendation
CATEGORY: B STEEL BELTED TUBELESS RADIALS, LIGHT DUTY TRUCK TIRES, TREADWEAR RATED 100 (48,280KM) O.E.M. APPROVED
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
APPX.
FAIRWEATHER TIRE
MILLER TIRE
COAST TIRE
QTY
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
B1
LT 235/85R16 RADIAL WINTER
75
TREAD GOODYEAR #748 - 825 -349,
UNIROYAL #09510,
Bf Goodrich
$ 163.81
Bf Goodrich
$ 180.00
Dunlop - RVXT
$ 116.57*
FIRESTONE #232254,
Commercial T/A
B.F. GOODRICH #12248,
(58509)
MICHELIN #31203,
GENERAL GRABBER MT
AGGRESSIVE
B2
LT 235/85RX16 8 PLY - ALL SEASON
25
Goodyear
GOODYEAR #740 - 836 -399, B.F.
Firestone
$ 146.40
Uniroyal Cross
$ 123.75
Wrangler - RTS
$ 139.55
GOODRICH #38762, FIRESTONE
Country
#280887, UNIROYAL #27626,
(63508)
MICHELIN #07364
BF Goodrich
B3
315/80R/22.5 - FRONT
20
Firestone
$ 453.56
ST230 (55458)
$ 548.10
Dunlop - SP345
$ 418.56*
B4
LT225/70R 19.5 - FRONT
10
BF Goodrich
BRIDGESTONE M724F OR
Firestone
$ 213.44*
ST230 (74208)
$ 227.80
Dunlop - 5P342
$ 215.05
EQUIVALENT
B5
LT225/70R 19.5 - WINTER REAR
10
Bridgestone
$ 252.30
Michelin XDS2
$ 332.25
Dunlop - SP441
$ 216.59*
GOODYEAR G124 OR EQUIVALENT
BF Goodrich
Goodyear
B6
LT245/70R/17 - ALL SEASON
4
Firestone
$ 164.00
Rugged Trail
$ 187.50
WR -SA
$ 153.83*
B7
LT9.50 R16.5 (WINTER)
CHAPPARL (AGGRESSIVE A /P),
GOODYEAR WORKHORSE OR EQUIV.
No Quote
No Quote
Goodyear - WXG
$ 137.32*
37% Truck
BF Goodrich — Light Truck — 25%
Passenger /Light Truck — 46%
DISCOUNT ON UNLISTED TIRES
46% Passenger
BF Goodrich — Truck — 30%
Medium Truck — 37%
Firestone & Bridgestone
Michelin — Truck — 25%
Uniroyal — Passenger — 25%
X -tra 2% by 10th of month
X -tra 2% by 15th of month
* Indicates Recommendation
*BIAS PLY, FABRIC CONSTRUCTION, TUBE TYPE, MEDIUM /HEAVY DUTY TRUCK TIRES, TREADWEAR RATED 100 (48,280 km) O.E.M.
CATEGORY: C APPROVED
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
APPROX
FAIRWEATHER TIRE
MILLER TIRE
COAST TIRE
QTY.
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
11R X 22.5, RETREAD
C1
TUBELESS GOODYEAR -G -188
100
OR PROCESS WITH BANDAG
Oliver
$ 151.50*
Michelin
$ 182.00
Goodyear
$ 153.09
WASTE HAULER LUG 8.5
Retreading
XDY Retread
W -Trac
TREAD W /EXCHANGE
FIRST TIME TREAD
11R X 22.5, RETREAD
C2
TUBELESS GOODYEAR -G -188
INCL.
OR PROCESS WITH BANDAG
ITEM
Oliver
$ 236.50*
Michelin
$ 282.00
Goodyear
$ 243.09
WASTE HAULER LUG 8.5
C1
Retreading
XDY Retread
W -Trac
TREAD W/O EXCHANGE
11R X 22.5 FIRESTONE T559
BF Goodrich
C3
OR EQUIVALENT
NEW
Firestone
$ 325.96
ST230(68045)
$ 381.50
Dunlop - SP832
$ 305.00*
11R X 22.5 RETREAD
Oliver- Cap
$ 226.50
Goodyear
C4
STUDDED
NEW
Cap & Casing
$ 311.50
No Quote
W -Trac
$ 169.09*
12R X 22.5 NEW WINTER
C5
STUDDED
NEW
Bridgestone
$ 529.68
No Quote
Dunlop - SP083
$ 443.00*
12R X 22.5, 16 PLY TUBELESS
BF Goodrich
C6
RADIALS - SUMMER
40
Firestone
$411.22
ST230(63223)
$ 457.10
Goodyear - 6149
$ 370.00*
12R X 22.5, 16 PLY
C7
LOAD RANGE H FIRESTONE
20
Michelin
FD663 (FIRE TRUCKS) OR
Firestone
$ 394.98
XDS(62208)
$ 572.25
Goodyear - 6124
$ 388.66*
EQUIV.
425/65R/22.5, 20 PLY RIB
C8
TREAD DESIGN FOR WATER
8
BF Goodrich
DISPLACEMENT
Firestone
$ 669.90
ST565(49039)
$ 746.20
Dunlop - SP281
$ 640.00*
GOODYEAR G286 ORE UIV.
385/65R/22.5, 18 PLY RIB
C9
TREAD DESIGN FOR WATER
8
BF Goodrich
DISPLACEMENT (GOODYEAR
Firestone
$ 574.78
ST565(64873)
$ 661.50
Dunlop - SP231
$ 560.00*
G286 LOAD RANGE J) OR
EQUIV.
37% Bridgestone & Firestone
Michelin - Truck - 25%
Medium Truck Retread - 40%
DISCOUNT ON UNLISTED TIRES
BF Goodrich - Truck - 30%
Medium Truck New - 37%
X -tra 2% by 15th of month
Michelin - Retreading - 35%
X -tra 2% by 10th of month
* Indicates Recommendation
CATEGORY: D NYLON CONSTRUCTION, OFF - HIGHWAY TIRES O.E.M. APPROVED
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
APPROX
FAIRWEATHER TIRE
MILLER TIRE
COAST TIRE
QTY.
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT PRICE
MANUFACTURER
UNIT
PRICE
D1
1400 X 24 - G2 GRADER TIRE-
20
Michelin
Goodyear
TUBE TYPE, 12 PLY
Firestone
$ 507.15*
X Snowplus
$1,672.80
$ 561.57
53173
Michelin
D2
1400 X 24 - TUBES
20
Firestone
$ 75.00*
Earthmover Tube
$ 123.25
- - - - - --
$ 79.40
D3
20.5R X 25 - L2 TUBELESS
8
Michelin
Goodyear
LOADER TIRE 16 PLY
Firestone
$1,966.86
XTLA(09122)
$2,286.98
$1,559.75
*
D4
17.5 X 25 - L2 TUBELESS LOADER
4
Michelin
Goodyear
TIRE 16 PLY
Firestone
$ 856.80*
XTLA(04118)
$1,544.88
$1,020.38
CATEGORY:
E *IMPLEMENT TIRES -
TUBE TYPE O.E.M.
APPROVED
E1
14 X 17.5 NSH 10 PLY FRONT
4
No Quote
Goodyear 4GL396
$ 231.95*
BACKHOE
Firestone
$ 299.88
DISCOUNT ON UNLISTED TIRES
37%
Michelin Earthmover - 18%
OTR New - 150/o
X -tra 2% by 15th of month
X -tra 2% by loth of mo nth
* Indicates Recommendation
CATEGORY F:
FAIRWEATHER TIRE
MILLER TIRE
COAST TIRE
DESCRIPTION
UNIT PRICE
UNIT PRICE
UNIT PRICE
WHEEL BALANCING (PER WHEEL)
PASSENGER (REGULAR WHEELS)
$ 9.00
$ 900
$ 8.00
$ 7.50
LIGHT TRUCK
'
$ 10.00
$ 7.50
STATIC INCLUDES WEIGHTS
$ 25.00
$ 35.00
$ 25.00
HEAVY TRUCK 20 AND OVER
WHEEL BALANCING (PER WHEEL)
PASSENGER (REGULAR WHEELS)
$ 9.00
$ 8.00
$ 7.50
LIGHT TRUCK
$ 16.00
$ 10.00
$ 7.50
DYMANIC INCLUDES WEIGHTS
$ 25.00
HEAVY TRUCK 20" AND OVER
25.00
$ 35.00
TIRE ROTATION (PER WHEEL)
PASSENGER
$ 4.00
$ 6.00
$ 3.00
LIGHT TRUCK
$ 6.00
$ 7.00
$ 3.00
HEAVY TRUCK 20 AND OVER
$ 10.00
$ 12.00
$ 11.00
TIRE STUDDING
PASSENGER
$ 1.00 /INCH
$ 18.00
$ 1.00 /INCH
LIGHT TRUCK
$ 1.00 /INCH
$ 18.00
$ 1.00 /INCH
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
PASSENGER
$ 39.95
No Quote
$ 44.95
LIGHT TRUCK
$49.95
$ 54.95
VALVE STEMS (SNAP -IN -TYPE)
PASSENGER
$ 1.00
$ 3.50
$ 2.50
LIGHT TRUCK
$ 4.50
$ 3.50
$ 2.50
VALVE STEMS (METAL CLAMP IN TYPE)
PASSENGER
$ 2.00
$ 3.50
$ 2.50
LIGHT TRUCK
$ 6.50
$ 3.50
$ 2.50
HEAVY DUTY TRUCK
$ 9.00
$ 9.00
$ 2.50
CATEGORY F CON'T:
ADDITIONAL CHARGES OF APPLICABLE
FAIRWEATHER TIRE
MILLER TIRE
COAST TIRE
TIRE INSTALLATION
WITH NEW
WITHOUT
WITH NEW
WITHOUT
WITH NEW
WITHOUT
TIRE
PURCHASE
TIRE
PURCHASE
TIRE
PURCHASE
PURCHASE
PURCHASE
PURCHASE
$ 6.00
$ 6.00
$ 5.00
$ 5.00
N/C
$ 7.00
PASSENGER
$ 6.00
$ 6.00
$ 5.00
$ 5.00
N/C
$ 7.00
LIGHT TRUCK 15" AND UNDER
$ 10.00
$ 10.00
$ 10.00
$ 10.00
N/C
$ 11.00
16" AND UP
$ 25.00
$ 25.00
$ 22.00
$ 22.00
$ 26.00
$ 26.00
HEAVY DUTY 20" AND OVER
$ 22.00
$ 22.00
-
-
TIRE MOUNTING
CREDIT FOR CASTINGS
Fair Market Value
$ 50.00
No Quote
ROAD SERVICE CALLS
WITHIN SAINT JOHN
1. DURING REGULAR
$ 55.00
$ 50.00
$ 52.00
BUSINESS HOURS
2. AFTER HOURS
$ 82.50
$ 80.00
$ 72.00
The City of saint John
Norm McFarlane
Mayor's Office
Bureau du maire
�r
SAINT JOHN
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS: Port City Rainbow Pride Inc. has been established and is
dedicated to supporting and empowering people of all
sexual orientations and gender identities in participating
in and contributing to the Greater Saint John
Community, including: celebrating diversity; educating
the community on the issues of homophobia and
heterosexism; and promoting awareness, exclusivity and
equality for all members of the Great Saint John
Community, and
WHEREAS: Members of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender,
Transsexual, Two - Spirited, intersexed and Queer
community contribute significantly to the social, cultural
and economic life and well -being of the Greater Saint
John Community, and
WHEREAS: LGBTTQ persons are proud to celebrate not only within
their own community but also invite the larger
community of Greater Saint John Area to celebrate with
them, and
WHEREAS: The firth annual Pride Festival in Saint John will be held
August 13th to 17th, 2007 under the banner "Port City
Rainbow Pride Fes iv "
c
NOW THEREFORE: Mayor of
Saint John do hereby request the cif ens of Saint John to join with our
Council to declare the week of August 13 -17 to be "Port City Rainbow Pride
Festival Week ", in greater Saint John and encourage everyone to become
ambassadors for our City and region.
In witness whereof I have set my hand and affixed the official seal of the
Mayor of the City of Saint John,
P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 I www.saintjohn.ca I C.P. 1971 Saint John, N. -B.
August 9th, 2007
To: Mayor and Common Council
This is a request
to address Common
Council on Monday,
August
13, 2007, with regard
to the Saint John
Ride Park.
etc.
This is
not a motor cross track alone, it
is a ride park that accommodates
BMX bikes,
remote
cars, ATV's, motorbikes,
etc.
I would like to do a brief presentation to Common council, in basic point form addressing
what I have found to be the concerns of some residents on the other side of 8 lanes of
Trans Canada Hwy.
Some of the points are as follows:
• The noise level which Police and city staff have checked continuously with no
merit. The Police have answered numerous unwarranted calls which are a waste
of tax dollars and city time. (A lawn mover would be much more annoying and
frequent). The park may have riders on it for 8 hrs out of the168 hours in the
week.
• The noise issue has been misrepresented to council by this group of individuals
and greatly exaggerated. The noise issue can be easily dealt with by new
generation sound curtains / water systems.
• I have not been in attendance to these meetings as I was advised thru newspaper
article I was not invited to attend community meeting at St Marks Church and I
was not aware of last council meeting, or city manager meeting.
• Trails and bike paths are everywhere throughout the province, Our provincial
government promotes this recreational activity as part of reasons to visit NB.
There have been bikes and riders on my property long before I have owned it.
Why not have a place in a controlled, parental supervised atmosphere.
• I am not a member of the Saint John Motor cross Assoc.
• I do not charge for use of the ride park
I wish to address the Mayor and council solely on this matter, I will not take
questions from audience members as I know for some it is an emotional issue. I will
only need about 10 minutes to outline the above.
[. yt%un i
Alllilliams
2086 Ocean Westway
Saint John, NB E2M 5H6
P.S. There may or may not be some riders here this evening between 6:30pm till
8:OOpm but I would like to extend and invitation for mayor and council members to
come over to view / observe, to get a full understanding of ride park. Also Sat 2 -4pm
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • SDruce Lake • Grandview
August 8, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Mayor's Task Force Report and Presentation
BACKGROUND:
On October of 2004 Common Council resolved to initiate the process for a review
of the Saint John Industrial Parks ( SJIPL). In fall of 2006 the Mayor's Task Force
on Industrial Parks called for public submission regarding the Saint John
Industrial Parks on or before October 13, 2006. The SJIPL responded to the call
and presented to the Task Force on November 8, 2006. In May of 2007 the
Mayor's Task Force presented its findings and recommendations to Common
Council.
Subsequent to the Mayor's Task Force presenting its finding to Common Council,
Council directed the Saint John Industrial Parks and the City Manager to report
back to Council with its response the Task Force Report and recommendations.
The SJIPL GM and President met with the City Manager to discuss a go forward
plan and to review the Report. It became evident the City Manager and the SJIPL
were in agreement with respect to how it would respond and what the action steps
would be. It was agreed the SJIPL would create a presentation which would
represent both the City Manager and the Company.
The Saint John Industrial Parks embarked on a process to review the Task Force
recommendations and address Council with a go forward framework which will
provide the SJIPL the opportunity to provide the City with a significant return on
its investment while meeting it's mandate to grow the tax base and create /retain
jobs in the Saint John Industrial Parks through the sale and development of
industrial lands. The SJIPL GM and President with overview of the Board met
with key City staff and their Provincial counterpart, Mr. Gary Jochelman of
Business New Brunswick, in an effort to present a complete perspective from the
municipal and provincial government stakeholders in the Company.
Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd.
P.O. Box /C.P. 1971 Phone /Tel: 506- 649 -6070
Saint John, NB/N.-B. Fax /T616c:506- 658 -2837
Canada E2L4L1 industrialparks@saintjohn.ca
Report to Common Council
August 9, 2007
Page 2
The SJIPL and its governmental partners is very supportive of the Task Force
Report. Many of the recommendations have already been implemented or have
been undertaken in the course of its ongoing operations. The potential of
additional resources would permit and facilitate the completion of the remaining
recommendations.
The attached Power Point Presentation hopes to confirm Common Council's
support for the SJIPL as it works towards capitalizing on the regions industrial
boom as well as being a community leader in the development of this valuable
infrastructure. The Power Point Presentation is attached for reference.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Common Council directs the City Manger to prepare the appropriate
budgetary, staffing and storefront considerations as part of its 2008 budget
submission and further directs the Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd.to create a
strategic go forward plan with guidance from the City Manger, reporting to
Common Council.
Respectfully
7c 7Z
J. Claude Moicn, P. E
President
Saint John Industria arks Ltd.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Preserrttatlon to
L,City of Saint John , • ti
Common Council,
August 13, 200'
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
�* Background`s
• Mandate
Success Indicators
�- Response to Task Force
• Required Action
• Conclusion
Table of Contents
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Background
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
�* company onto itself
• Iritorporated 1966 - Grandview
- x_,1991= McAllister & Spruce Lake
`� Lands owned by BNB
• Part time General Manager
• Volunteer Board
• Appointed by Common Council
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Our Mandate
A4cAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Create infra 'structure to facilitate
th�5ale and development of
industrial lands with the vision of
generating tax base for the City
and as well as jobs for citizens.
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Our Properties
I' • cAllister fiiidustrial Park
• SpMce Lake Industrial Park
�)*- ,,Grandview Industrial Park
1_
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Land sales^^
• Tam assessment increase
Job creation
t
4
Success Indicators
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
*,Land Sales
•moo + acres
Tax Assessment
L • $5'7,000,000
Results Since 1995
Increase
• Job creation/ retention
• over 650 positions
Expaiencc Fncray.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Results Since 1995
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
=� Successful considering
�c 04imited management resources
•limited financial resources
t_
• Greater results are possible with
heightened investment
Experience Energy.
IVSAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Task Force Report
r-
Series of recommendations
• 'From governance ...
...to signage.
l
• Overall
• On all points - we agree
Experience Energy.
IVSAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Task Force Report
,Update governance model and
ffiWify board composition
Legal elements should be updated
• Board composition reviewed for both
number of seats and desired
backgrounds
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Task Force Report
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Full 2 time management with
acquate support
_, Agree
1 • Pivotal to successful execution of
S
majority of recommendations
• Funded by City
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Task Force Report
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
3 Relocation tb V King Street
Agr6e,
_. • To spirit of recommendation
Disagree
• On physical relocation
Continued on next slide...
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Task Force Report
• Prbfvrence for "storefront visibility within
City Hall
Rfficiency support (City Hall): Planning, GIS
data, Admin. etc.
• Corporate Partners; Municipal Operations
(Water and Sewer), Financial Services etc.
• Improved marketing presence at 40 King St.
required
Experience Enemy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Task Force Report
4,w.Evaluate pudic /private sector
mistrial parks models for best
pradtices
`,Agree
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Task Force Report
5 Build relationships with other like -
m�ded economic development
agencies
Nree
Continued on next slide...
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Task Force Report
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
5 ontinued: "V �
• Teased to participate
Guided by Standing Committee
governance model for the City
• Within the Economic Development
portfolio mandate
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister . Spruce Lake • Grandview
6?Market an&tapitalize
uftNue to area
Task Force Report
on strengths
,Agree
• Already addressed:
• Established www.SaintJohnlndustrial.ca
• "Experience Energy"
• Updated logo and park brochures
• Proactive cohesive marketing program
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Task Force Report
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
71 stablish afM enforce covenants for
p services and beautification
1.
Agree
1 Covenants in place
` • Working heavy industrial park
• Limited offenders
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Task Force Report
8 Establish streamlined land
trsaction process with Province
agree
• Current timelines unacceptable
• Continue to work with Province
• Encourage a more timely process
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
9
Improved access
O'Gdview parks
`agree
Task Force Report
to McAllister and
Support of the initiative is a priority
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Task Force Report
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
�o Improved s' age for industrial
paw
,y
Improved
�� • Both branding and directional signage
` review required
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
• Endorses tho, recommendations of
tTie -,Task Force — how do we go
forward?
,
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS Required Action
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Direct the City Manager to present
'Mropriate budget consideration to
affect task force recommendations.
s`
r
�- Direct Saint John Industrial Parks to
create a strategic plan to implement
recommendations.
Experience Energy.
SAINT JOHN Conclusion
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
Saint John is on the cusp of an
ec
kgnomic boom driven predominantly
by industrial projects.
Significant projects creating a demand
for industrial land.
• Our challenge is to be ready to
capitalize on these opportunities.
Experience Enemy.
SAINT JOHN
INDUSTRIAL PARKS
McAllister • Spruce Lake • Grandview
r thanks to the Province of New
)Uffunswick, Mayor and Council
for the past, present and future
support of our initiatives.
Experience Energy.
05/08/2007 08:45 1 PLANNING AND DEVELOP PAGE 02/02
Application for Amendment
to
Section 39
Resolution or Agreement
Demande de modification de
Is
resolution
ou de I'entenije relative a Particle 39
Applicant Related Information 1 Renseignements sur le demandeur
Name of Applicant / Nom du demandeur I 1 1 e i \ r3 `V, 2n a C_ �F� r-1 rA C�
Mailing Address of Applicant / Adresse postale du demandeur Y . o . R G, X ;L3
SC 0± �:, rN A3 A Postal Code /,Code postal LZ - 3 Ya
Telephone Number / Numdro de t6ldphone:
Home / Domicile 6176— S 5--5-V Work / travail 657-Z U-)
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Fax Number / Numdro de tdldcopieur 4174 4 4-11) / O
Name of Property Owner (if different) /Nom du propridtaire (si diffdrent)
Postal Code / Code postal
Existing Resolution / Resolution actuelle
Date of Resolution to be Amended / Date de la resolution 6 modifier
Location / Emplacement
Applicant's Interest in Property / intdrdt de demandeurs den la propridtd
What is your Proposal? / En quei consiste votre proposition?
Note: Provide a fully dimensional drawing or plan which illustrates your proposal. ( escribe proposal in detail)
Nota: Fournier un plan ou un dessin entitrement cork illustrant voce proposition.( crire la proposition en detail)
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U-w0llll` A fee of $300.00 is enclosed in the form of a cheque or Money Order made payable to the C# of Saiaq,Jol"
Ci -joint de frais de 300 $ sous forme de chdque ou de mandat-poste libelld'a Vordre de The City of Saint Johh,
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Signature of Applicant / Signature du
Signature of the owner must be included. / Lasignature due propridtaire dolt btr i of se.
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PROPOSED SECTION 39 AMENDMENT
RE: 9 SIMPSON DRIVE
Public Notice is hereby given that the Common
Council of The City of Saint John intends to
consider a proposal at its regular meeting to be held
in the Council Chamber on Monday, August 13,
2007 at 7:00 p.m., by:
Amending the Section 39 conditions imposed on
the September 8, 1992 rezoning of the subject
property located at 9 Simpson Drive, also identified
as PID No. 299297, to permit a revised proposal.
PROJET DE MODIFICATION DE
L'ARTICLE 39
OBJET: 9, PROMENADE SIMPSON
Par les prose es, un avis public est donn6 par
lequel le cons it communal de The City of Saint
John indique son intention d'examiner une
proposition to s de la reunion ordinaire qui se
tiendra le lun i 13 aofit 2007 a 19 h dans la salle
du conscil en apportant les modifications
suivantes :
Modification des conditions de Particle 39
imposdes 1 at vement at rezonage du 8 septembre
1992, du terrat;aration en question situ6 au 9, promenade
Simpson, et ortant le NID 299297 afin de
permettre la pr d'une proposition re'visde.
REASON FOR CHANGE: RAISON DEA MODIFICATION :
To permit the elimination of a portion of the Permettre qu soit 61iminee une portion de
required landscaped area at the front of the 1'am6nageme paysager requis a l'avant de la
property. propri&6.
The proposed amendment may be inspected by any
interested person at the office of the Common
Clerk, or in the office of Planning and
Development, City Hall, 15 Market Square, Saint
John, N.B. between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30
p.m., Monday through Friday, inclusive, holidays
excepted.
Written objections to the amendment may be sent
to the undersigned at City Hall.
Toute perso
a intkress6e
peut
examiner la
modification
propos6e au
bureau
du greffier
communal o
au bureau de 1'urbanisme et du
de'veloppem
a l'h6tel de ville
situ6 au 15,
Market Squ
e, a Saint
John, an Nouveau -
Brunswick,
tre 8 h 30 et
16 h 30
du lundi au
vendredi, sau
les jours f6ri6s.
Veuillez fair
modification
1'hbtel de vill
part de vos objections an projet de
ar dcrit a ('attention du soussign e a
J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk J. Patrick Wo ds, Greffier communal
658 -2862 658 -2862
PROPOSED SECTION 39
RE: 9 SIMPSON DRIVE
Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider a
proposal at its regular meeting to be held in the Council Chamber o Monday, August 13, 2007 at 7:00
p.m., by:
Amending the Section 39 conditions imposed on the September 8,
located at 9 Simpson Drive, also identified as PID No. 299297, to p
REASON FOR CHANGE:
To permit the elimination of a portion of the required landscaped
The proposed amendment may be inspected by any interested perso
or in the office of Planning and Development, City Hall, 15 Market
hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, inclusive,
rezoning of the subject property
a revised proposal.
at the front of the property.
at the office of the Common Clerk,
luare, Saint John, N.B. between the
olidays excepted.
Written objections to the amendment may be sent to the undersigned at City Hall.
J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk
658 -2862
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PROJET DE MODIFICATION DE L'AkTICLE 39
OBJET: 9, PROMENADE
Par les pr6sentes, un avis public est donnd par lequel le conseil c mmunaI de The City of Saint John
indique son intention d'examiner une proposition lors de la r6unio ordinaire qui se tiendra le lundi 13
aout 2007 a 19 h dans la salle du conseil en apportant les modificati ns suivantes
Modification des conditions de Particle 39 imposbes relativement u rezonage du 8 septembre 1992, du
terrain en question situ6 au 9, promenade Simpson, et portant e NID 299297 afin de permettre la
pr6paration dune proposition revisee.
RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION:
Permettre ... [PLEASE TRANSLATE HERE]
Toute personne int6ress6e peut examiner la modification proposee 4u bureau du greffier communal ou au
bureau de l'urbanisme et du d6veloppement a 116tel de ville situ6 au 15, Market Square, a Saint John, au
Nouveau - Brunswick, entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, s of les jours f6ri6s.
Veuillez faire part de vos objections an projet de modification par
de ville.
J. Patrick Woods, Greffier communal
658 -2862
A I'attention du soussign6 a 1'h6tel
City of Saint John
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Phone: (506) 658 -2862
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Call to Action:
J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk/Greffier c
mmunal
Contact:
I Telephone:
506) 658 -2862
August 10, 2007
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Section 39 Amendment - 9 Simpson Drive
On July 16, 2007 Common Council referred the above matter to the
Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation. The Committee
considered the attached report at its August 7, 2007 meeting.
The applicant did not appear before the Committee in support of the application
and there were no other presentations or letters regarding this matter.
After considerable discussion, the proposed variance to reduce the landscaping
requirement for a portion of the front yard was tabled in order to allow the
applicant an opportunity to address the Committee. Further discussion ensued as
to the advisability of amending the Section 39 conditions. At this time, the
Committee could not support the requested amendment.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Common Council not amend the Section 39 conditions imposed on the
September 8, 1992 rezoning of the property situated at 9 Simpson Drive, also
identified as being a portion of PID 00299297.
Respectfully submitted,
Stephen Horgan
Chairman
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Attachments
DATE: AUGUST 3, 2007
TO: PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
FROM: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
FOR: MEETING OF AUGUST 7, 2007
Patrick Foran
Planning Officer
SUBJECT:
Name of Applicant: Michelle MacDonald
Name of Owner: MacDonald Crane Service Ltd.
Location: 9 Simpson Drive
PID: 00299297
Municipal Plan: Light Industrial
Zoning: "I -I" Light Industrial
Proposal: To replace the required landscaped area in front of the
existing office building with off - street parking.
Type of Application: Amendment to Section 39 conditions.
JURISDICTION OF COMMITTEE:
Common Council has requested the views of the Planning Advisory Committee concerning the
proposed amendment to the Section 39 conditions. Common Council will consider the
Committee's recommendation at a Public Hearing on Monday, August 13, 2007.
Michelle MacDonald Page 2
9 Simpson Drive August 3, 2007
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO COMMITTEE:
The Planning Advisory Committee grant a variance to reduce the minimum required depth of
landscaping along Simpson Drive from 6 metres (20 feet) to 3 metres (10 feet), as generally
illustrated on the attached site plans labelled "Site Plan - Alternative A" and "Site Plan - Staff
Alternative B ".
That Common Council amend the Section 39 conditions imposed on the September 8, 1992
rezoning of the property situated at 9 Simpson Drive, also identified as being PID 00299297, by
removing condition (b)(iii).
BACKGROUND:
In 1992, Common Council redesignated and rezoned the subject property to Light Industrial and
1-1" Light Industrial, respectively. Pursuant to Section 39 of the Community Planning Act, the
rezoning was subject to conditions requiring that:
a) the use of the property shall be limited to a construction materials and equipment
storage yard, together with accessory office and indoor storage uses; and
b) the property shall be maintained in accordance with a site plan to be approved by
the Development Officer indicating the following:
i) location of buildings, structures and fencing;
ii) location and extent of parking and outdoor storage area;
iii) retention of the existing landscaped area at the front and side of the
property; and
iv) paved access driveway.
The "approved site plan" mentioned in condition (b) is attached.
INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES:
Municipal Operations and Engineering would object to the amendment if the proposed
parking areas allow vehicles to enter directly onto the street instead of utilizing a single designated
access from the parking lot.
Building and Technical Services indicate that there are no Building Code concerns with this
proposal.
Michelle MacDonald
9 Simpson Drive
ANALYSIS:
Proposal
Page 3
August 3, 2007
The applicant has requested that condition (b)(iii), which requires the retention of the landscaped
area at the front and side of the property, be deleted. Approval of this request would result in the
ability to use the space in front of the existing office building for off - street parking. A revised site
plan (attached) has been included which illustrates the proposed layout of the site.
Site and Neighbourhood
The site has a frontage of 39.32 metres (129 feet) on Simpson Drive and a lot area of
approximately 4,650 square metres (1.15 acres). The property is located within the Glen Falls
Flood Risk Area and is traversed at the rear by the east branch of Marsh Creek (also known as
Cold Brook). Development is prohibited within 13 metres (42 feet) of the centre line of the creek.
The property was recently acquired from McLennan Sales, who sold piping materials, and
continues to be used as a construction materials and equipment storage yard. In 1992, when the
property was rezoned, the front of the site was very attractively landscaped and the Section 39
conditions included the retention of this feature. A significant portion of this landscaping has been
removed to provide off - street parking and additional outdoor storage space. In addition, the
access driveway has not been paved as required by the Section 39 conditions.
Since 1992 the nature of the neighbourhood has also changed. At that time the three adjacent lots
on Golden Grove Road contained single - family dwellings with rear yards abutting the subject site.
These three properties have since been purchased by the owner of the nearby Three Mile Tavern
and the dwellings have been demolished. The three lots were rezoned in 1994 to "B -2" General
Business subject to a Section 39 resolution which limits the use to a parking lot for the tavern.
The adjacent area to the north (extending to Tim Street) continues to be vacant however on the
opposite side of Simpson Drive is located the White Rose car wash.
Proposed Removal of Landscaping Requirement
Had Common Council not specified that all of the landscaping be retained, the Zoning By -law
would have only required that the 6 metre (20 feet) front yard be landscaped as well as the entire
side yard abutting the residentially zoned properties to the south. Examination of the 1992 report
on the property suggests that the existence of the three adjacent dwellings was the major reason
why the excess landscaping in the side yard was required. Now that the three former adjacent
residential uses no longer exist, it is reasonable to consider reducing the landscaping along the
side property line.
Michelle MacDonald Page 4
9 Simpson Drive August 3, 2007
The provisions of the Zoning By -law do not require a landscaped buffer along the side yard unless
the industrial property abuts a residential zone, which is no longer the case. In order to soften the
visual impact of the material storage yard from the adjacent parking lot, the applicant has
indicated the existing hedgerow along the side property line will not only be retained but where
gaps exist the screening will be re- instated. Reducing the landscaping along the side property line
to just the hedgerow shown on the revised site plan can be supported by staff.
The role of front yard landscaping is both aesthetic and to control vehicular access to the site.
While it is recognized that off - street parking is necessary, the proposed parking /driveway
configuration cannot be supported. Previously, the single driveway provided access to parking
along the side and rear of the existing building. The current proposal would see each of parking
stalls emptying directly onto Simpson Drive and using the public street as a manoeuvring aisle. As
has been indicated by the Municipal Operations and Engineering Department, this is unacceptable.
Staff has prepared two alternative site plans, showing a single access point to a paved parking
area containing six or eight stalls (depending on the configuration). Both alternatives illustrate a 3
metres (10 feet) wide landscaping strip on the left -hand side of the driveway with the landscaping
to the right of the driveway being completely re- instated. These options may also entail relocating
a portion of the existing chain link fence.
The proposed alternatives provide parking in excess of the By -law requirement of two parking
spaces but necessitate a variance to reduce the depth of landscaping from 6 metres (20 feet) to 3
metres (10 feet) for a portion of the front yard. This variance can be supported given that the
reduced landscaping would still be in excess of that provided by the Three Mile tavern and White
Rose car wash, which are located in a `B -2" General Business zone and are only required to
landscape the first 2 metres (6.5 feet) adjacent to the street line to be landscaped.
CONCLUSION:
In requesting modifications to the Section 39 conditions, the applicant is trying to make provision
for on -site parking so his clients are not parking on the public street right -of -way or on
neighbouring properties. Although the submitted proposal is not acceptable to staff, there are two
options which, while requiring a variance, are viewed as suitable alternatives.
Removal of the Section 39 condition requiring retention of the existing landscaped areas can be
deleted but the proposed layouts also require the Committee to grant a variance to reduce the
minimum depth of landscaping required along Simpson Drive to 3 metre (10 feet) for a portion of
the area. The remaining Section 39 conditions, specifically condition (b), would remain in effect,
which gives the Development Officer authorization to approve the site plan.
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A BY -LAW TO AMEND A BY -LAW
RESPECTING TRAFFIC ON STREETS IN
THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN MADE UNDER
THE AUTHORITY OF THE MOTOR
VEHICLE ACT, 1973, AND AMENDMENTS
THERETO
ARRETE MODIFIANT L'ARRETE RELATIF
A LA CIRCULATION DANS LES RUES
DANS THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN EDICTS
CONFORMEMENT A LA LOI SUR LES
VEHICULES A MOTEUR (1973) ET LES
MODIFICATIONS AFFERENTES
Be it enacted by the Common Council of Lors d'une r6union du conseil municipal,
The City of Saint John as follows: The City of Saint John a d6cr&6 ce qui suit :
A By -law of The City of Saint John
entitled "A By -law Respecting Traffic On Streets
In The City of Saint John Made Under The
Authority of The Motor Vehicle Act, 1973, and
Amendments Thereto ", enacted on the 6th day of
September, A.D. 1977 is hereby amended as
follows:
1 Schedule "M(1)" — 60 KM /HR Speed
Limits - is amended by deleting the following
words under the following headings:
Street Limits
Par les pr6sentes, Farret6 de The City of
Saint John intitul6 « Arret6 relatif a la circulation
dans les rues dans The City of Saint John 6dict6
conform6ment a la Loi sur les vehicules d moteur
(1973) et les modifications aff6rentes », d6cr&6 le
6 septembre 1977, est modifi6 comme suit:
1 L'annexe « M(1) » - Vitesse limite 60
km/h- est modifi6e par la suppression des mots
suivants sous les titres suivants :
Rue
Limites
Kennebecasis Drive Millidge Ave to Promenade de Favenue Millidge a
Sommerville Ferry Kennebecasis Fentr6e du traversier
Entrance Sommerville
Millidge Avenue Somerset Street to
Kennebecasis Drive
2 Schedule "M(1)" — 60 KM /HR Speed
Limits - is amended by adding the following words
under the following headings:
Street Limits
Kennebecasis Drive Beach Crescent (north
entrance) to Sommerville
Ferry entrance
Millidge Avenue Somerset Street to
University Avenue
Avenue Milllidge de la rue Somerset a la
promenade Kennebecasis
2 L'annexe « M(1) » - Vitesse limite 60 km/h
- est modifi6e par 1'ajout des mots suivants sous les
titres suivants :
Rue Lini tes
Promenade du croissant Beach (Fentr6e
Kennebecasis nord) a Fentr6e du traversier
Sommerville
Avenue Milllidge de la rue Somerset a
Favenue University
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of Saint John
has caused the Corporate Common Seal of the said
City to be affixed to this by -law the day
of , A.D. 2007 signed by:
Mayor /Maire
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait
apposer son sceau municipal sur le present arrete
le 2007, avec les signatures
suivantes :
Common Clerk/greffier communal
First Reading - July 30, 2007 Premiere lecture - 30 juillet 2007
Second Reading - July 30, 2007 Deuxieme lecture - 30 juillet 2007
Third Reading - Troisieme lecture -
BY -LAW NUMBER C.P. 110 -49
A LAW TO AMEND
THE ZONING BY -LAW
OF THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
Be it enacted by The City of Saint
John in Common Council convened, as
follows:
The Zoning By -law of The City of
Saint John enacted on the nineteenth day of
December, A.D. 2005, is amended by:
1 Amending Schedule "A ", the
Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by
re- zoning a parcel of land having an area of
approximately 66 hectares, located in the
Red Head area, also identified as being a
part of PID Nos. 339960 and 416644, from
"RS -2" One and Two Family Suburban
Residential and "RF" Rural to "PQ" Pits
and Quarries pursuant to a resolution
adopted by Common Council under
Section 39 of the Community Planning
Act.
- all as shown on the plan attached hereto
and forming part of this by -law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of
Saint John has caused the Corporate
Common Seal of the said City to be affixed
to this by -law the * day of ", A.D. 2007
and signed by:
Mayor/Maire
ARRETE No C.P. 110 -49
ARRETE MODIFIANT L'ARRETE
SUR LE ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF
SAINT JOHN
Lots dune r6union du conseil
communal, The City of Saint John a
d6cr6te ce qui suit :
L'arr @t6 sur le zonage de The City
of Saint John, d6cr&6 le dix -ncuf (19)
d6cembre 2005, est modifi6 par :
1 La modification de ]'annexe «A »,
Plan de zonage de The City of Saint John,
permettant de modifier la designation pour
une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie
d'environ 66 hectares, situ6e dans le
secteur de Red Head, et etant une partie des
NID 339960 et 416644, de zone
r6sidentielle de banlieue — habitations
unifamiliales et bifamiliales c<RS -2>> et
zone rurale a RF » a zone de carri&res
a PQ » conformement a une resolution
adoptee par le conseil municipal en vertu
de Particle 39 de la Loi sur Purbanisme
- touter les modifications sent indiqu6es sur
le plan ci -joint et font partie du pr6sent
arr€t6.
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John
a fait apposer son sceau communal sur le
present arret6 le 2007,
avec les signatures suivantes :
Common Clerk/Greffier communal
First Reading - July 30, 2007 Premiere lecture - 30 juillet 2007
Second Reading - July 30, 2007 Deuxi6me lecture - 30 juillet 2007
Third Reading - Troisie'me lecture -
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT/ URBANISME ET DEVELOPPEMENT
REZONING / REZONAGE
Amending Schedule "A" of the Zoning By -Law of The City of Saint John
Modifiant Annexe «A» de I'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John
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FROM DE TO /A
RS -2 One and Two Family Suburban PQ Pits and Quarries
Residential /Zone residentielle / Zone de carrieres.
de banlieue- habitations
unifamiliales et bifamiliales.
- PQ Pits and Quarries
RF Rural / Zone rurale. I Zone de carrieres.
Pursuant to a Resolution under Section 39 of the Community Planning Act
* Conformement a une resolution adoptee par le Conseil municipal an vertu de
I'article 39 de la Loi surl'urbanisme
Applicant: Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc.
(for Thomas Developments Ltd.)
Location: Red Head Area
PID(s) /NIP(s) Portion of / partie de 00339960
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Drawn By /Creee Par: David Couture
Date Drawn /Carte Creee: August 3 aout, 2007
Considered by P.A.C. /considers par le C.C.U.: July 24 juillet, 2007
Enacted by Council /Approuve par le Conseil:
Filed in Registry Office/Enregistre le:
SECTION 39 CONDITIONS - RED HEAD AREA
1. That, pursuant to the provisions of Section 39 of the Community Planning Act,
the establishment and operation of a gravel pit on a parcel of land having an area of
approximately 93 hectares, located in the Red Head Area, also identified as being a part
of PID No. 339960, be subject to the following conditions:
a) The disturbed area of the site is restricted to a maximum of 4 hectares (10 acres) at
all times and all other areas of the site, except for the access driveway, shall remain
undisturbed (including retention of existing tree cover) or shall be fully rehabilitated
(including revegetation of the excavated area).
b) In addition to the requirements contained in Section 680(10)(d) of the Zoning By -law,
the elevation of any portion of the site after excavation shall be no less than the greater
of the following:
i) 53 metres above sea level; or
ii) 10 metres (32.8 feet) below the existing elevation of that portion of
the site
2. That an agreement pursuant to Section 101 of the Community Planning Act be
executed to ensure that a buffer of evergreen trees be established on PID No. 416644
adjacent to the property to the south where natural tree stands do not exist; and trucks
and equipment not be stored on the site.
BY -LAW NUMBER C.P. 105 -11
A LAW TO AMEND THE
MUNICIPAL PLAN BY -LAW
Be it enacted by The City of
Saint John in Common Council convened,
as follows:
The Municipal Plan By -law of The
City of Saint John enacted on the 3rd day
of January, A.D. 2006 is amended by:
ARRETE No C.P. 105-11
ARRETE MODIFIANT L'ARRETE
RELATIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL
Lors d'une r6union du conseil
communal, The City of Saint John a
d6cr&6 ce qui suit :
L'arr&6 relatif au plan municipal de
The City of Saint John edict6 le
3 janvier 2006 est modif e' par:
1. Amending Schedule 4 -A, the Street 1, la modification de 1'annexe 4 -A
Plan, by:
• Deleting the McAllister Drive
Arterial Extension between Loch
Lomond Road and Red Head Road;
• Adding a proposed Arterial Street
Extension, the Red Head Secondary
Access Road, from Old Black River
Road to Canaport; adding an Arterial
Street link between the Red Head
Secondary Access Road and Red Head
Road;
• And designating as an Arterial
Street a portion of Old Black River
Road from Grandview Avenue to the
Red Head Secondary Access Road
Arterial.
2, Amending Part 4 by:
• Deleting paragraph 5 under the
heading Saint John East Arterial
Streets in Sub - Section 4.3.2;
• And adding the following in place
of paragraph 5:
"McAllister Drive is another north -south
arterial which should also be extended
north to intersect with the Throughway.
"To respond to ongoing and proposed
industrial development in the Mispec area,
Old Black River Road is extended to
provide a Red Head Secondary Access
Arterial. This arterial would extend to
Mispec to serve the existing Canaport
facility and the Liquid Natural Gas
Terminal. An arterial link from the Red
Head Secondary Access Arterial is also
provided to join the Red Head Road just
beyond Red Head."
- all as shown on the plan attached hereto
and forming part of this by -law.
relative an plan d'am6nagement des rues :
• en supprimant le prolongement de
]'artere de la promenade McAllister
entre le chemin Loch Lomond et le
chemin Red Head;
• en ajoutant le prolongement de la
rue arterielle proposee, A savoir la voie
d'acc6s secondaire au secteur de Red
Head, du chemin Old Black River
jusqu'A Canaport; en ajoutant une rue
arterielle entre la voie d'acc6s
secondaire au secteur de Red Head et le
chemin Red Head;
• et en de'signant comme rue
arterielle une partie du chemin
Old Black River, soit de ]'avenue
Grandview jusqu'A ]'artere de Is voie
d'acc6s secondaire au secteur de
Red Head;
2, la modification de la partie 4 :
• en supprimant 1'alinea 5 sous la
rubrique intitul6e «Les rues art6rielles
du quartier Saint John Est >> figurant au
paragraphe 4.3.2;
• et en ajoutant ce qui suit en
remplacement de 1'alin6a 5 :
La promenade McAllister est une autre
artere nord -sud qui devrait egalement titre
prolongee vers le nord afin de croiser la
route de transit.
a Afin de rspondre au developpement
industrial continu at propose clans le
secteur de Mispec, le chemin Old Black
River est prolongs pour fournir une artere
d'acces secondaire au secteur de Red
Head. Cette artere se prolongerait jusqu'a
Mispec afin de desservir les installations
existantes de Canaport, de m6me que le
terminal pour 1'exploitation du gaz natural
liqusfi& tin lien arteriel partant de I'artere
d'acces secondaire au secteur de Red
Head joindra le chemin Red Head juste au-
dela de Red Head. u
- toutes les modifications sont indiqu6es sur
le plan ci joint et font partie du pr6sent
arret6.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF The City of
Saint John has caused the Corporate
Common Seal of the said City to be affixed
to this by -law the * day of *, A.D. 2007
and signed by:
Mayor/Maire
EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John
a fait apposer son sceau communal sur le
present arr@te le * jour de * 2007, avec les
signatures suivantes :
Common Clerk/Greffier communal
First Reading - July 30, 2007 PremiBre lecture - 30 juillet 2007
Second Reading - July 30, 2007 Deuxieme lecture - 30 juillet 2007
Third Reading - Troisieme lecture -
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT / URBANISME ET I)MLOPPEMENT
MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN ! PLAN D'AMNAGEMENT
Amending Schedule 4 -A
Modifiant annex 4 -A
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Proposed Arterial Street • • • • • Extension propos6e de la rue
Extension to be Deleted artBrielle A supprim8e
Proposed Arterial Street Extension propos6e de la rue
Extension to be Added art8rielle A ajout6e
Applicant: The City of Saint John
Location: Route secondaire Red Head Secondary Road /
ch. Black River Rd. to /A Red Head & Canaport
Drawn By /Cr6ee Par: David Couture
Date Drawn/Carte Cr66: March 28 mars, 2007
Recommended by RA.C./Recommandi§ par le C.C.U.:
Enacted by Council /Approuv6 par le Conseil:
Approved by Minister /Approuvb par le Ministre:
Filed in Registry Otfice/Enregistr6 le:
The City of Sa tJohn
August 3, 2007
Mayor Norm McFarlane
Members of Common Council
City of Saint John
Dear Mayor McFarlane and Fellow Councillors:
ISSUE: GRANT REQUESTED TO ASSIST OLD NORTH END HOME
OWNERSHIP PROJECT -57 METCALF STREET
BACKGROUND:
In June of this year, Mayor and Council were given a presentation by Gary
Sullivan (ONE Change) and Don Connelly (C.M.H.C.) regarding the development plans
taking place regarding the Old North End Home Ownership Project.
A variety of community partners are involved in this progressive neighbourhood
project. This project has received a seed funding grant from CMHC and funding
discussions with Provincial Affordable Housing officials are continuing.
This is a very unique home ownership project brings with it a multitude of
community benefits. Home ownership will play a major role in improving this
neighbourhood. This vacant property is on Metcalf Street. In the past, grants have been
provided to cover the costs of municipal fees.
MOTION:
That a grant be provided in the amount of municipal fees to assist this project.
Respectfully
suAyy b miffed,
eter
cG /
COUNCILLOR
SAINT JOHN P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 I w,vw.saintjohnxa I C.P. 1971 Saint John, N.-B. Canada E21- 41-1
August 9, 2007
Mayor McFarlane and fellow Councillors,
Your Worship and Councillors,
Re: Bus Service to the Latimore Lake Community
Background:
It is understood that the Saint John Transit Commission is subsidized each year by the
taxpayers somewhere in the vicinity of $3.7 million. Public transportation is a vital
element for any vibrant, inclusive community that wishes to enhance its perception or
service portfolio. We have come to realize that public transit is a lifeline within a city
that does more than transport people from point A to point B. There are environmental,
infrastructure and quality of life issues that are addressed on a daily basis by having a
quality public transportation system.
Present:
The bus lines and routes are connected using a strategy that tries to give the best bang for
our buck. Keep in mind, we are not in a business for profit, but profit indirectly from
business. Therefore, impacts on operational and maintenance costs influence decisions
made by the Commission. The bottom line is each new route on average, costs 4 hours a
day towards operational cost. This translates into $64,000 per year. The cost of any new
route cannot be justified without a proper public transportation needs assessment which is
currently undergoing its preliminary stages for funding.
Proposal:
There is an argument that outlining areas within the city are underserved with respect to
public transportation. A certain area such as Milford has experienced success and high
user ship. Partly, because of convenient scheduling and partnerships established with the
school board but mainly due to investment and consistency put forth by Saint John
Transit. They created a win -win model.
The purpose of this letter is to inform council formally that the community of Latimore
Lake has expressed interest in a second route. They presently have one bus leaving
Latimore Lake at 6:00 a.m. and returning in the evening.
SAINT JOHN P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 I www.saintjohn.ca I C.P. 1971 Saint John, NA. Canada E2L 4L1
The timing is neither fitting nor was requested by the community. Now they are
requesting a more convenient time slot for a second run. They propose a bus arriving at
10:30 a.m. and returning at 3:30 p.m.
Typically, this type of route would cost taxpayers an additional $64,000 per year to
operate. However, after careful consideration and planning by Mr. McCarey, this route
will cost 80% less. This route will cost $13,000 per year to operate or $56 per day. This
is indeed a bargain, getting 20 cent dollars for a new route is a great bang for our buck!
Motion:
I move that we refer this request to the Saint John Transit Commission for
implementation and ask the Commission to create the second route to Latimore Lake as
soon as possible using the information outlined within the proposal of this letter.
Respectfully submitted,
l6.- I
Jay -young Chang
Councillor
August 8, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
And Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council:
SUBJECT: TIMIMG OF WARD /MIXED SYSTEM IMPLIMENTATION
On April 10, 2007 Council debated the merits of changing from our current "At.
Large" system for elections to adopting a wards /mixed system for elections.
In Committee of the Whole — Open Session, Council thoroughly debated the
merits, both for and against, the proposed change.
Council unanimously supported putting the question of the system of election to a
plebiscite on the ballot of the next municipal election in May, 2008. The outcome
of that decision would be implemented in the 2012 Municipal election.
Since 1998 the majority of our citizen's have indicated through plebiscite,
community consultation and most recently a survey done by Corporate Research
Associates that they want a mixed /ward system. The research on this type of
system and evidence of its preference dates back to 1997 (10 years)
• 1997 Briefing Paper on Proposed System of Election by Ward
1998 Plebiscite Question and Document Respecting a Plebiscite on
Wards
2004 Community Consultation and Report from Governance System
Citizens Committee
2005 Discussion Paper on Systems for Elections
• 2006 Letter of Response from Vision 2015 Steering Committee
Despite an obvious citizen's preference to the contrary, past Councils have
chosen to keep the status quo.
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SAINT IOHN
P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 I www.saingohn.ca I C.P. 1971 Saint John, NA. Canada E2L 4L1
There is an abundance of supporting evidence that voter apathy is directly
related to the public's perception that politicians do not listen to them.
Saint John is entering into a time of growth that most of us have never
experienced. Investments in the Energy sector will be staggering. In addition,
Health Sciences, the IT sector and tourism have untapped potential, a plethora of
available opportunities and an expressed interest in change for the future.
However, all of this growth and anticipated prosperity will come at a cost to our
quality of life if not managed properly. The potential impact on Infrastructure,
Municipal Planning, Economic Development, Social Planning and Development,
Municipal Services, Bylaws, Policing, Fire Protection and other services and
operations will need to be thoroughly understood. This impact will vary by
neighbourhood and as such citizen concerns and priorities will differ. Views
expressed at the Council table need to be representative of the sentiments
throughout our community.
I believe Equal Representation for all of our citizens will be critical to ensuring our
whole community's success and well being. I do not believe that we have 5 more
years to wait for this.
This Council
has an immediate opportunity to
lead our community into the
exciting future
before us, by
collectively making a
contribution to civic democracy
and acting on
the expressed
will of the people.
While a plebiscite prior to the 2008 Municipal election will
for that election period, I think it is important to note that
power to act directly on the expressed views of the citiz
appropriate bylaw changes. Provided the three required
completed by mid - November, the next municipal election
system. This would be a more expedient process both in
as human and tax payer resources.
The decision of course is that of Council.
MOTION
allow implementation
this Council has the
a.nry by adopting the
bylaw readings are
could follow a ward
terms of time as well
I move that the City put the question of system of election to a plebiscite in advance of
the 2008 Municipal election in order to allow the outcome to be reflected in the 2008
Municipal election.
Respectfully submitted
,AA � VJ
Michelle Hooton
Deputy Mayor
d
August 13, 2007
To His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
And Members of Common Council
Subject: Feasibility of installing Solar Panels to Power LED Traffic Signals.
The city has made progress with implementing energy efficient technologies. For
example, the installation of LED traffic signal lights has proven to be an effective energy
saving investment for the city. In an effort to find further energy efficiencies I suggest
we build upon this particular initiative and investigate the feasibility of installing solar
panels to power the LED traffic signal lights at city intersections.
Saint John Energy has been a great partner with the city and has tremendous expertise
with calculating energy efficiencies. To expand on the existing relationship between the
City of Saint John and Saint John Energy I propose the following motion:
Be it resolved, the city manager in cooperation with Saint John Energy research and
investigate the feasibility of purchasing and installing solar panels for LED traffic signals
throughout Saint John.
Respectl�lly submitted,
�r
Jo Fe guson
Councillor
August 7, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
And Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council
SUBJECT: Consolidation of Boards
The issue of possibly merging the Port Authority and Airport Boards is now a matter of
public debate.
When you consider that both are transportation operations, that both are vital to the
economic well being of our community, that both operations are dependent on the
economic health of our area, that each is charged with protecting and expanding their
current assets and operations, that both are creatures of the federal government and that
each must encourage third party carriers to use their facilities it is apparent that they have
many interests in common.
I understand that a consolidation or merger would not be a simple undertaking however I
believe that the idea warrants formal consideration. The key issue is whether or not the
public interest can be better served by a single entity.
Resolution:
That a Committee of the various stakeholders be struck, to be spearheaded by Paul Zed
MP, to consider the feasibility of merging the Port Authority and Airport Boards into a
single entity.
Respectfully Submitted
Glen Tait
Councillor
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SAINT JOHN
P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 I www.saintjohn.ra I C.P. 1971 Saint john, N.-B. Canada E2L 4L1
The City of Saint John
August 10, 2007
Your Worship Norm McFarlane and
Member of Common Council
Dear Mayor McFarlane and Fellow Councillors:
RE: COMPLAINTS REGARDING SKATEBOARDS, BIKES AND PANHANDLERS
IN THE UPTOWN AREA
I have received a number of complaints regarding King Street and Charlotte
Street in the City as it relates to panhandling, skateboards and bicycles in this area. It
appears the Police Department's hands are tied because of the lack of regulated areas
for these activities.
My motion
is for legal staff to review our
by -laws to
see if they have to be beefed
up in this area so
that by -laws can be enforced.
Respectfully submitted,
6A4� ( L
Ivan Court
COUNCILLOR
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SAINT JOHN
P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4L1 I www.saintjohn.ca I C.P. 1971 Saint John, N.-B. Canada E2L 4L1
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M &C #2007 -276
August 7, 2007
COMMON COUNCIL
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council:
SUBJECT: INFORMATION FROM ELECTIONS NB
The City of SWW John
Staff, at this time, is unsure as to the direction Council will take with respect to the matter
of a Ward System. However, at the last meeting of Council, the Deputy Mayor gave
notice that she intended to raise the matter of holding a plebiscite prior to the next
Municipal election.
Having received notice, staff thought it appropriate to seek answers to a number of
questions that we would anticipate Council members might have.
Attached, please find information received from Elections N.B. that may prove helpful to
Council as they consider this issue.
RECOMMENDATION:
CITY MANAGER
ENC.
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Totten, Terry
From: McIntosh, Ann (ENB) [an n.mcintosh @ Election sNB.cal
Sent: Thursday, August 09, 2007 10:29 AM
To: Totten, Terry
Cc: Quinn, Michael (ENB); Astle, Craig (ENB)
Subject: Response to Plebiscite Related Questions
Importance: High
Dear Mr. Totten:
Further to your email questions sent to Craig Astle in our office last week, please find our responses
below.
In the absence of Mr. Quinn, the Chief and Municipal Electoral Officer, on vacation this week, if you
require any further information or clarification before next Monday's council meeting please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Ann McIntosh
Assistant Electoral Officer/ Directrice adjointe
des elections
Elections NB / tlections N -B
Ph /Te1:1- 506 - 453 -2218 / 1 -800- 308 -2922
Fax/ Telecopier: 1- 506 - 457 -4926
E -mail: ann_rrcintosh&gnb.ca
www.gnb.ca/elections
Responses to questions from City of Saint John re plebiscites and elections based on possible new
wards:
Question 1: Deadlines that would need to be met so that the May election can be based on
a ward system,
To hold the May 2008 elections based on a new ward system, the Municipalities Act requires the new
ward boundaries (and the by -law creating them) to be in place "more than six months before the [May
12, 2008] election ", that is before November 12, 2007 (see note on calculating time where holidays are
involved, at the end of this memo). As you know, a plebiscite is not necessary to change or create a
ward - structure bylaw, but if the City chooses to hold a plebiscite before changing its boundary bylaws,
any new ward boundaries still have to be in place before November 12. (Practically, this means having
everything done by Friday, November 9th, to avoid any question of actions being done out of time.)
Section 31 of the Municipalities Act sets this deadline; it provides, in part, as follows:
31(21 The council of a municipality may, by by -law passed on the affirmative vote of a majority
of the whole council, divide the municipality into wards.
31(2.1)Before making a by -law under subsection (2), or amending or repealing such a by -law,
the council shall
(a)at least once within ten days prior to the meeting at which the by -law will be given
first reading, publish notice of its intention to consider the passing of the by -law in a
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newspaper having general circulation in the municipality, which notice shall
(i)describe the proposed by -law by title and generally by subject matter, and
(ii)specify the date and location of the meeting at which the by -law will be
considered, and
(b)for at least ten days prior to the meeting at which the by -law will be given first
reading, post the notice referred to in paragraph (a) in the office of the clerk.
31(2.2)No by -law under this section, nor the amendment or repeal of such a by -law, comes into
force until it has been filed by the council with the Municipal Electoral Officer.
31("3 Notwithstanding subsection (2.2), in order for a by-law under this section to apply to a
quadrennial election it must be filed with the Municipal Electoral Officer more than six months
before the election.
31(3) .......
31 4(4)Subject to subsection (5) no by -law respecting the division of a municipality into wards
shall be made, amended or repealed during the period of six months preceding the date fixed for
the election of a council......
You and your city solicitor will have more information on any procedures and time -lines besides those
set out in section 31 that the City must follow in order to change any of its bylaws.
The Municipalities Act also sets a deadline of six months before any quadrennial election for the holding
of a plebiscite, under section 68:
68(1) The council of a municipality may order a plebiscite on any matter within its powers.
68(2) A plebiscite in any municipality maybe held:
(a) on the same day as a quadrennial election, or
(b) on any day within the period beginning six months after any quadrennial election and
When sixty per cent of those who vote in a plebiscite under this section do so in the
Therefore, if the City holds a plebiscite, and if the results require the City to implement the proposal by
creating a new ward system "forthwith ", the combined deadlines of sections 68 and 31 require that both
the plebiscite and passage and filing of a new ward bylaw would have to be completed before November
12, 2007.
Question 2: Any procedural matters that the City would need to ensure were adhered to.
You and your staff will know the procedures you must follow to change a city bylaw. For plebiscites,
under the Municipal Elections Act a plebiscite is held following all the same procedures as a municipal
election, other than candidate - specific matters. Section 46 provides additional, plebiscite - specific
procedures, which vary somewhat depending on whether a plebiscite is being administered by a
municipality separately from an election, under section 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act, or by
Elections NB in conjunction with a municipal election, under section 68(2)(a) of the Municipalities Act:
46(1) A plebiscite shall not be held under subsection 68(2) of the Municipalities Act except where
(a) the Municipal Electoral Officer determines that the question that is the subject of the
plebiscite is within the powers of the municipality and is not vague, confusing or unclear, or
(b) an application is made under subsection (7) and the judge determines that the question that is
the subject of the plebiscite is within the powers of the municipality and is not vague, confusing or
unclear.
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46(2) Where a plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act, the
provisions of this Act apply as if the plebiscite were held under paragraph 68(2)(a) of the
Municipalities Act and the voters list to be used shall be the latest voters list prepared for that
municipality and, except in subsection 11(1), where the word "election" occurs in this Act, the
word "plebiscite" is substituted where appropriate and except in this section where the words
"municipal electoral officer" or "municipal returning officer" occur in this Act, the word
"clerk of the municipality" is substituted.
46(3) Where a plebiscite is held under subsection 68(2) of the Municipalities Act, the clerk of the
municipality shall provide the Municipal Electoral Officer with a certified copy of the resolution
authorizing the plebiscite, whereupon the Municipal Electoral Officer shall determine whether the
question that is the subject of the plebiscite
(a) is a matter within the powers of the municipality; or
(b) is vague, confusing or unclear.
46(4) If the plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(a) of the Municipalities Act, the clerk of the
municipality shall provide the Municipal Electoral Officer with a certified copy of the resolution
authorizing the plebiscite forty -five days prior to the close of nominations.
46(5) Where the Municipal Electoral Officer determines that the question that is the subject of the
plebiscite is within the powers of the municipality and is not vague, confusing or unclear he shall
(a) inform the municipality of his decision; and
(b) if a plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(a) of the Municipalities Act, place on the ballot
paper containing the names of the candidates the question that is the subject of the plebiscite.
46(6) Where the Municipal Electoral Officer determines that the question that is the subject of the
plebiscite is not within the powers of a municipality or is vague, confusing or unclear he shall
(a) inform the municipality of his decision and the reasons therefor in writing; and
(b) if a plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(a) of the Municipalities Act, refuse to place on the
ballot paper containing the names of the candidates the question that is the subject of the plebiscite.
46(7) Within thirty days after receiving the decision of the Municipal Electoral Officer under
subsection (6), a municipality may apply to a judge of The Court of Queen's Bench of New
Brunswick by Notice of Application for a determination as to whether the question that is the subject
of the plebiscite
(a) is within the powers of the municipality, or
(b) is vague, confusing or unclear.
46(8) An application may be made under subsection (7) without joining the Municipal Electoral
Officer.
46(9) Where
(a) a plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(a) of the Municipalities Act, and
(b) the judge determines that the question that is the subject of the plebiscite
(i) is within the powers of the municipality, and
(ii) is not vague, confusing or unclear,
the Municipal Electoral Officer shall, upon receipt of the decision of the judge together with a
request from the municipality that the question that is the subject of the plebiscite be placed on the
ballot paper, place on the ballot paper containing the names of the candidates the question that is
the subject of the plebiscite except where the decision of the Court and the request are received
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after the close of nominations, in which case the question that is the subject of the plebiscite may be
placed on the ballot paper in accordance with paragraph 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act.
46(l 0) Where
(a) a plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act, and
(b) the judge determines that the question that is the subject of the plebiscite
(i) is within the powers of the municipality, and
(ii) is not vague, confusing or unclear
the question that is the subject of the plebiscite may be placed on the ballot paper.
46(l 1) Prior to the holding of a plebiscite, the council of a municipality shall
(a) prepare a document setting out
(i) the question that is the subject of the plebiscite,
(ii) the projected cost, if any, of implementation of the plebiscite proposal, and
(iii) any other background information considered relevant by the council, and
(b) cause a notice of the holding of the plebiscite to be published in a newspaper published
or having general circulation in the municipality setting out
(i) the question that is the subject of the plebiscite, and
(ii) the place in the municipality where the document referred to in paragraph (a) may be
viewed.
It appears from subsection 46(3) that the Municipal Electoral Officer must approve a plebiscite question
even where the plebiscite is held and administered by a municipality; however, in such a case this office
would rely on an opinion of the solicitor for the municipality that the matter of the question was within
the powers of the municipality.
Question 3: Responsibility for setting up an election process prior to the municipal election.
We assume you mean here a plebiscite process, rather than an election. Our understanding of subsection
46(2) of the Municipal Elections Act (high- lighted above) is that if a municipality holds a plebiscite
outside of an election under section 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act, the municipality must administer
the process itself, as section 46(2) designates the municipal clerk to take on the roles of both the
municipal electoral officer and the municipal returning officer. (Because of this, and section 48(2)
dealing with costs, considered in item 4, we are not aware of any cases since this Office has been
running municipal elections where a New Brunswick municipality has held a plebiscite separately from
a municipal election.)
Our office could provide yours with advice and assistance in organising the process, and could possibly
supply the city with necessary poll materials it wouldn't normally have on hand (for example, ballot
boxes, seals, and voting shields). As a statutory agency this Office only has the powers given to it by, in
this case, the Municipal Elections Act, and as indicated above, that Act does not appear to give us the
legislative authority to administer a stand -alone plebiscite for any municipality; if the City's expectation
was that we could and would run such a plebiscite for it, we would have to investigate the issue further.
Question 4: The cost of holding such a plebiscite and by the way, on whose tab.
Under section 48(2) of the Municipal Elections Act, the City of Saint John would have to pay for a
plebiscite held outside of an election:
48(2) Where a plebiscite is held under paragraph 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act all costs and
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expenses of that plebiscite shall be paid by the municipality in which the plebiscite is held.
Elections NB has estimated the cost to be between $150,000 and $200,000, to cover the costs of polls
and poll workers, returning office staff, ballot printing, advertising of notices, printing and mailing
notice to vote cards, and poll materials. This is based on there being 148 ordinary polls in Saint John (in
the 2001 elections), plus advance and mobile polls. This amount does not include the costs of any media
or public relations campaign regarding the plebiscite.
Question 5: Any other information that you believe would be of help to Council
1) The time limit is very short, to both hold a plebiscite and then take the steps to change the City
bylaws to create new wards if voters decide in favour of such a proposal.
The plebiscite vote would need to be done by early October in our estimation. This would mean
publishing a Notice of Plebiscite and having a Returning Office structure in place in the first week of
September. This would then leave the city council a month to finalise a new ward bylaw and file it with
this office by November 9th.
2) Council could, of course, change the bylaws and adopt a ward system without holding a plebiscite.
This office would still need any new or changed bylaw by November 9th to implement the changes for
the May elections.
3) A plebiscite could be held in conjunction with next May's municipal elections at no cost to the City
for the administration of the plebiscite; it would simply be a question added to the municipal elections
ballot, and Elections NB would then handle all of the administration process. In such a case, under
section 46(4) of the Municipal Elections Act, this office must receive the resolution of council setting
out the proposed plebiscite question at least 45 days before the date nominations close for the elections.
The City would still have to create the background documents and run the notices required under section
46(11) for such a plebiscite.
4) A sample schedule for a plebiscite event is set out below, based on the local service district plebiscite
held recently in Cocagne, Grande - Digue, and Shediac Bridge - Shediac River (community restructuring
plebiscites in local service districts, which are not municipalities, are administered by Elections NB
under specific regulations under the Municipalities Act). (Note: October 8, 2007 is Thanksgiving Day;
there is some question whether this is a "holiday" under the Municipal Elections Act, so that polling
would shift to the next day; see the note below on calculating time and holidays. We have used the date
here simply to illustrate the steps required in the plebiscite process.)
(Sample) PLEBISCITE SCHEDULE
October 8, 2007
Days
Date Day Before
Polling
6- Sep -07
6- Sep -07
8/9/2007
Action To Be Taken
Thursday 32 Publish Notice of Election
Thursday 32 Applications for Special Ballots
Section of Act*
or Regulation*
15(2), (3)
39.1(2)
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*Refers to Municipal Elections Act or Regulations under it unless otherwise specified.
** The polling day for quadrennial elections is always a Monday, and we follow this pattern for by-
elections and local service district plebiscites, but it may not be required for stand -alone plebiscites
under section 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act.
* * * * * * * * * **
Note on calculation of time and dates by which by -law action must be completed:
Interpretation Act provisions on calculating time:
22 In an Act or regulation
0) where the time limited for the doing of anything under its provisions, expires or falls upon a holiday, the time so
limited shall extend to, and the act or thing may be done on, the day first following that is not a holiday;
(k) where a period of time dating from a specified day, act, or event is prescribed or allowed for any purpose, the
time shall be reckoned exclusively of such day or of the day of such act or event.
Remembrance Day is designated as a "holiday" under the Municipal Elections Act. As it falls on a
Sunday this year, the holiday is on Monday, November 12, which is exactly six months before the May
12, 2008 local elections. The Municipalities Act requires ward by -law changes to be filed with the MEO
"more than six months before the election "; as that period would end on November 11, the
Interpretation Act provisions may extend that period this year to the 13th, but we recommend having
everything done by November 9th, as no one could then challenge any actions as being out of time.
The plebiscite provisions in the Municipalities Act also expire (on a calendar basis) on November 12 ( "A
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Accepted
Special Ballots May be Issued (after
39.1(3), 39.2
21- Sep -07
Friday
17
2 p.m.)1
26- Sep -07
Wednesday
12
Revision (of Voters Lists) Begins
12(1)
26- Sep -07
Wednesday
12
Publish Notice of Grant of Poll
20(1)(2)
29- Sep -07
Saturday
9
dvraance Poll (lst Day) - (10 a.m. to
28(3)
8
I- Oct -07
Monday
7
dvraance Poll (2nd Day) - (10 a.m. to
28(3)
8
2- Oct -07
Tuesday
6
Advance Poll - Returning Officer's
28(3.1)
Office - 10 a.m. to 8 .m.
3- Oct -07
Wednesday
5
Advance Poll - Returning Officer's
28(3.1)
Office - 10 a.m. to 8 .m.
4- Oct -07
Thursday
4
Advance Poll - Returning Officer's
28(3.1)
Office - 10 a.m. to 8 .m.
4- Oct -07
Thursday
4
Revision Ends
12(1)
8- Oct -07
Monday
0
Final Return of Special Ballots - (8
39.3(4)
P.M.)
8- Oct -07
Monday
0
POLLING DAY
Munic.
Act *
Act
9- Oct -07
Tuesday
1
Declaration Day
41(1)9 (2)
*Refers to Municipal Elections Act or Regulations under it unless otherwise specified.
** The polling day for quadrennial elections is always a Monday, and we follow this pattern for by-
elections and local service district plebiscites, but it may not be required for stand -alone plebiscites
under section 68(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act.
* * * * * * * * * **
Note on calculation of time and dates by which by -law action must be completed:
Interpretation Act provisions on calculating time:
22 In an Act or regulation
0) where the time limited for the doing of anything under its provisions, expires or falls upon a holiday, the time so
limited shall extend to, and the act or thing may be done on, the day first following that is not a holiday;
(k) where a period of time dating from a specified day, act, or event is prescribed or allowed for any purpose, the
time shall be reckoned exclusively of such day or of the day of such act or event.
Remembrance Day is designated as a "holiday" under the Municipal Elections Act. As it falls on a
Sunday this year, the holiday is on Monday, November 12, which is exactly six months before the May
12, 2008 local elections. The Municipalities Act requires ward by -law changes to be filed with the MEO
"more than six months before the election "; as that period would end on November 11, the
Interpretation Act provisions may extend that period this year to the 13th, but we recommend having
everything done by November 9th, as no one could then challenge any actions as being out of time.
The plebiscite provisions in the Municipalities Act also expire (on a calendar basis) on November 12 ( "A
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plebiscite ... may be held... (b) on any day within the period beginning six months after any quadrennial
election and ending six months prior to the next following_ quadrennial election'). Whether this is
affected by the "holiday" provisions of the Interpretation Act is probably not a practical issue, as if a
plebiscite is to be held, the intention appears to be to hold it earlier, so that any required bylaw changes
could be made after the plebiscite and before the November cut -off date. The plebiscite issue is more
likely to be affected by Thanksgiving Day: you can avoid that by simply picking a date other than
October 8 as polling day for the plebiscite (you may also want to avoid the 15th, as that would put
advance polls on Thanksgiving Day).
AMcI.
8/9/2007
OPEN SESSION
M & C 2007 — 269
August 9, 2007
His Worship Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT
2086 Ocean Westway
BACKGROUND
At the July 30, 2007 meeting of Council there was discussion regarding the use of
a property located at 2086 Ocean Westway. It is alleged that an off -road track has
been constructed on that property and is being used by off -road dirt bikes and all
terrain vehicles. Should this have occurred, then it is the Council's position that
this is an illegal use given the current zoning of that property. Common Council
instructed the City Manager and appropriate staff initiate the necessary steps in
order that the City may take an application to the Court of Queen's Bench in an
effort to cause the use to cease.
The following resolution is therefore in order.
RECOMMENDATION
Your City Manager recommends that in the event evidence is found, satisfactory
to the City Solicitor or his designate, that there is a violation of the Zoning By -law
at 2086 Ocean Westway (PID 00287474), Mr. William Edwards is hereby
designated and authorized to make an application on behalf of the City of Saint
John to the Court of Queen's Bench of New Brunswick for an Order that will
require the owner of that property to cease using or permitting the use of the
property as an off -road track.
M & C 2007 — 269 - 2 - August 9, 2007
Respectfully submitted,
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Wm. Edwards, P. Eng.
Commissioner
Buildings and Inspection Services
Terrence Totten, CA
City Manager
REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
M &C #2007 -270
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council:
SUBJECT: ROCKWOOD PARK GOLF COURSE:
THE AGREEMENT WITH TOTAL GOLF MANAGEMENT INC.
BACKGROUND:
At a recent meeting of Common Council, staff was directed to inspect the current
condition of the Rockwood Park Golf Course and to bring to Council, any concerns that
might exist with respect to its current condition and general maintenance procedures. At
the same meeting, a Councillor also implied that the operator had perhaps broken the
firm's partnership with the City in as much as the terms and conditions of the Agreement
were not being followed.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this report is therefore three -fold, namely;
1) To comment on the concern that the terms and conditions of the Agreement were
not being followed by the Total Golf Management, Inc.
2) To comment on the current condition of the Golf Course as they relate to the
terms and conditions of the Golf Course Maintenance requirements.
3) And finally, some general observations with respect to the challenges that face the
golf course and the perceptions of this facility.
Therefore, dealing with each of the three topics:
Report to Common Council Page 2
Subject: Rockwood Park Golf Course — The Agreement with Total Golf Management, Inc
I. IS THE OPERATOR MEETING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE AGREEMENT?
Staff must acknowledge that when it comes to administrative matters, Total Golf
Management Inc. is meeting both the spirit and intent of the Agreement.
Annual financial statements, capital program initiatives, projects, and required
payments are always as required. Indeed, each piece of correspondence that staff
receives from TGMI is always referenced directly to the pertinent Article of the
Agreement.
There had been a question raised as to whether TGMI's superintendent was a
Class "A" Superintendent as per the Agreement. City staff checked with a
representative of the Canadian Golf Superintendent's Association in Mississauga,
Ontario. The term "Class A" is apparently no longer used. Today, individuals are
classified Superintendents or Master Superintendents. TGMI's employee is
recognized and accredited as a Superintendent by the Association. It should also
be noted that the individual has worked at the facility for more than ten golf
seasons. In any event, the Agreement with TGMI should be amended to reflect
the new classification system.
2 THE RESULTS OF STAFF'S VISIT TO THE COURSE AND THEIR FINDINGS
Mr. Bernie Morrison, Commissioner of Leisure Services, and Mr. Randy Nelson
met and toured the course on August 7th, 2007. They were accompanied on the
tour by Mr. Gerry Connolly and by Scott Sneed, the Course Superintendent. The
relevant comments are contained in the inspection report.
"There appears to be proper maintenance practice in place. His
Superintendent is providing all the necessary mowing at appropriate
heights, verticutting, aerating, overdressing, and seeding and pesticide
application. "
"And, in summary, the Course is in good condition. Fairways are
maintained well, the greens have shown much improvement. The tees are
in the worst condition (and have improved over the past few months) but
steps are being taken. Unfortunately, most of the work is being done
during the busy time for the Course. "
Beyond the conclusions of the inspection, staff and Mr. Connolly discussed the
perception as to why the Course was slower maturing this year then in the past.
Mr. Connolly attributed this to a number of irrigation pipes having been broken
this past winter as indicated in his letter to the City Manager of May 2007. This
fact, combined with a relatively dry spring, has led to some drought -like
Report to Common Council Page 3
Subject: Rockwood Park Golf Course — The Agreement with Total Golf Management, Inc
conditions in the first half of the season. The irrigation system is now fully
repaired and the Course is being supplied with $150,000 gallons a night.
Mr. Connolly commented that, "ground temperature" on Sandy Point Road, can
be considerably less than what exists at the location of other Courses in the area.
As a result "growing and greening" of the turf, particularly with a shortage of rain
in some years, will be slow. This was the situation in 2007.
Mr. Connolly also pointed out the capital improvements he has made and
continues to make to the course. Asphalt cart paths were the previous priority and
now it is the construction of new additional tee boxes. In 2008, Mr. Connolly
indicates priority will be given to the "bunkers." This will involve doing away
with some traps, relocating others and replacing all sand.
Finally, Mr. Connolly stated that "upon TGMI accepting responsibility for the
Course, neither the greens nor the tees were anywhere near the condition that they
are in today." Staff would concur with this observation.
3. GENERAL CHALLENGES FACING THE COURSE AND THE OPERATOR
(a) A "Capped" Revenue Stream is Available to the Operator
There are some challenges that Council must be aware of as it considers issues
surrounding the operations, maintenance and administration of the Course.
First, is the fact that Common Council has total control over revenues
available to TGMI. There can only be so many rounds of golf played at this
facility in any one year. With only marginal increases in fees ever having
been approved by Council, the operator is limited in his ability to up the level
of maintenance beyond what is required under the contract.
(b) The Right of the Public's Access
The Operator's mandate is to keep the Course open to the general public.
This applies to the serious golfer but also to the hordes of novices that
annually visit this facility.
Golfing to the informed is a learned and respectful sport. At private courses,
the very young are educated to replace their divots, to repair ball marks, to
remove broken tees from tee boxes, to rake the sand traps and the list goes on.
Many of the patrons at Rockwood Park have not been afforded this same
opportunity. As a result, in some areas, the condition of the course are not at
all what one might expect to experience at a private or member's facility. At
Report to Common Council Page 4
Subject: Rockwood Park Golf Course — The Agreement with Total Golf Management, Inc
these facilities, such disrespect for the course would result in a player being
immediately asked to leave the course. At Rockwood, the intent is to have as
many individuals exposed to the game and to the course as possible, hence the
course is subject to far more wear and tear than other facilities.
(c) Increased Expectations of Season Pass Holders
Season pass holders inevitably will experience higher expectations when it
comes to the golf experience. While in many cases, season pass holders have
spent much of their early years playing at Rockwood, they now have reached
a level of play and comfort that they now have the confidence and opportunity
to visit one of the private clubs or much improved golf facilities located in the
region.
Although the Course layout at Rockwood is relatively short in length, most
serious golfers will willingly acknowledge it is relatively difficult. What is
missing to the serious golfer is large multiple tee locations, fine silica sand in
the pits and general manicuring of various areas around the course (flower
beds, hedges, etc). As a result, it is the season pass holders who routinely
complain about the condition of the Course. Very seldom does the operator or
city staff receive complaints from the occasional green fee player.
RECOMMENDATION:
That this report be received and filed and that City staff ensure that the Rockwood Park
Course is inspected at least twice a year by City turf specialists, with inspection reports
being filed with the Commissioner of Leisure Services.
Respectfully submitted,
Terrence L. Totten, FCA
CITY MANAGER
CITY OF SAINT JOHN /TOTAL GOLF MANAGEMENT, INC.
ANAGREEMENT WITH RESPECT TO THE ROCKWOOD PARK GOLF COURSE
THE GENERAL TERMS OF THE AGREEMENT.'
TERM: The current agreement expires December 31, 2009
RENEWAL OPTION: TGMI has the option of renewing, for an additional five
years, with all terms and conditions remaining the same
with the one exception that TGMI and the City would no
longer be required to make capital improvements of
$25,000 per year.
BASIS OF AGREEMENT: TGMI has the right to administer, manage and maintain the
facility as a public golf course.
REVENUE TO THE CITY: 6% of net green fees with a minimum of $30,000 per year.
OWNERSHIP: All equipment acquired by TGMI to replace worn out
equipment is the property of TGMI.
All real property is directly owned by the City.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS The City and TGMI agreed to invest $25,000 each and
every year.
TGMVS OBLIGATIONS: To provide and maintain a golf course at an affordable cost
open to the public.
To employ a Class "A" Superintendent as certified by the
Canadian Golf Superintendents Association
To maintain the tees, greens and fairways as per Schedule
A of the Agreement.
To replace City owned equipment at the Operator's
expense.
To keep the buildings and contents in good repair.
To provide a food and beverage service.
City of Saint John /Total Golf Management, Inc
An Agreement with Respect to the Rockwood Park Golf Course
Have a Course Marshall on duty from Victoria Day to
Labour Day, during busy times.
Page 2
Maintain all buildings, machinery and equipment in good
working order, all alarm systems and locks.
Present proposed rate increases to Common Council for
approval.
Provide a maximum number of season passes.
Prepare an annual written report to Council
Provide the City Manager, prior to April 30th, or his
designate a copy of the previous year's financial
statements.
Pay to the City, an amount not to exceed $13,303. 84 in any
one year, towards the property tax levied against the
property.
Pay to the City, any insurance premium to adequately
protect the facility against fire and theft.
Pay all operating costs, including utility charges, garbage
removal, heating systems, snow removal, hydro and cable.
Shall obtain and keep in force, comprehensive general
liability insurance for bodily injury and property damage in
the joint names of the City and TGMI of not less than $2
million dollars.
Shall indemnify and save harmless the City from all
damages, claims, demands, action, suits or other
proceedings by whomever made.
Shall provide a $25,000 performance guarantee,
guaranteeing the performance of the obligation as set out in
the Agreement.
THE CITY'S RIGHTS The City is not responsible for any loss or deficit flowing
from operations of the Course.
City of Saint John /Total Golf Management, Inc
An Agreement with Respect to the Rockwood Park Golf Course
Page 3
The City has the right, at any time, to carry out inspections
including schedules, logs, documents, papers and any other
information.
The City Manager has the right to issue directives from
time to time concerning the administration, management,
maintenance and operations at the facility.
The City has the right to call upon the Performance
Guarantee should the City decide that the Operator has not
met the maintenance requirements. The City is to use this
amount of remedy the default.
The City has the right to terminate the Agreement, without
notice, in the event that the TGMI is in default of any terms
of the Agreement.
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REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
M &C #2007 -256
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council:
SUBJECT: INVESTING IN PEOPLE - INVESTING IN COMMUNITY
SAINT JOHN COMMUNITY LOAN FUND
The City of Saint John
Council will recall that representatives of the Saint John Community Loan Fund have
appeared before Council on two occasions in the last twelve months. At the conclusion
of each appearance, representatives of the Fund have asked Council to consider "making
an investment in people while at the same time making an investment in our community."
More specifically, the last request was to consider an investment of $50,000 (see
attached).
As the May 3`a, 2007 letter to Council states, "this is an investment, not a grant." To
support this concept, the Fund's letter to the City offers a 3% return. The letter further
states that both Grand- Bay/Westfield and the Town of Quispamsis have each invested
$10,000. Clearly, these Municipalities have embraced this concept of community
investment and the associated risks.
THE RISKS:
As with any investment, there are always potential risks. Having said this, the Fund
states that in the nine years of operation, the Community Loan Fund has not lost any
investor's money. Given that the Fund has made over 160 loans, all in an effort to
enable individuals to end their reliance on income assistance while at the same time
creating an "entrepreneurial culture." This is a significant accomplishment. Given the
level of economic development that is presently occurring in the region, one might
suggest that there exists less risk in the future than in the past.
Should Council choose to support the recommendation, it must be recognized that this is
not a 2007 Budget item for accounting purposes. Essentially, all that is being done is that
a $50,000 asset in cash is being replaced with a $50,000 investment asset. Should at any
Report to Common Council
Subject: Community Loan Fund
Page 2
time, the value of this investment fall below $50,000, this loss would then need to be
shown as an expenditure item in the year of the loss.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Common Council approve a $50,000 investment in the Saint John Community
Loan Fund, and indicate an expected return of 3%
Terrence L. Totten, FCA
CITY MANAGER
ENC.
What if you could change the world?
You can.
One investment at a time.
Are you an investor?
Saint John Community Loan Fund
Investing in People — Investing in Community
31° Floor City Market Building
47 Charlotte Street - P.O. Box 6125
Saint Jahn Community Loan Fund Station A, Saint John, NS E21. 4R6
Tel 506 636 8542 - Fax 506 636 8543
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President May 31 2007
Rob Boyce Ma or and Ct Councillors
Robert L. Boyce Architect
City of Saint John
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Conference Interpreter Saint John (NB)
Treasurer F21. 40
Judy Martin
Thymankrupp Elevator Dear Mayor and Councillors:
Secretary
Alicia Love The Saint John Community Loan Fund, with leadership from Investor Champions Gerry
Stewart McKelvey Sterling Pond, Leslie Oland, and Margaret -Anne Blaney, is engaged in its third year of a three year
Scales campaign to Increase the size of its ban pool. By the and of 2007, our goal is to have over
Kathryn Asher $300,000 In community based capital to be used to help people get back to work, start a
Saint John Youth Cabinet business or get into decent shelter.
Brian DDuplessis We are asking the City of Saint John to join in this campaign and invest $50,000. Let this be
clear, this is an investment, not a grant. At a 3% return, the City would earn $1,500 per year.
Randy Hatfield It is important to note that In our nine years of taking investments, the Saint John
Human Development Council Community Loan Fund has not lost any investor's money. We hold a 30% reserve to cover
Cindy Kilpatrick our risk in lending.
YMCA -YWCA
What does an investment In the Loan Fund leverage? Since we began lending, we have
Don LeBlanc made over 160 loans, which have helped people generate $3 million In income, and has
Century 21 enabled individuals to and their reliance on income assistance. It is about creating greater
Shannon Fortino self - reliance and an entrepreneurial culture.
Ocean Steel
Sue Martin is one of our borrowers who has gone from being unemployed due to a
Rob Roy debilitating disease to building a small business that employs two other women. Last year
Rob Roy Reproductions she was able to buy the house she was renting and in which her Broadway Dog Grooming
business is located.
INVESTOR CHAMPIONS Marco Therlault our first borrower went from log salvaging to opening an antique shop. Most
Gerry Pond recently he was acknowledged at the inaugural Heritage Awards for his renovation of a
building on Queen St.
Leslie Oland
This is what your investment will do, help Saint Johners build Saint John. Please join our
Margaret -Anne Blaney community of Investors, which now Includes Grand Bay - Westfield ($10,000) and the Town
of Qulspamsis ($10,000).
Sincerely,
Making a DHraranee
Ono Invo4enanf at a 71"24
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Seth Asimakos
General Manager
Where 100% or your investment works here!
Saint Johu Commaatty Loan Fund
F yr'4essiort of interest to invesi of Uorloie
Thank you for your interest In investing in or donating to the Saint John Community Loan Fund (Loan Fund). This
form will help you define what shape your Investment or donation will take. Once completed, this form can be
returned to the Manager of the Loan Fund by mail (31tl Floor City Market Building - 47 Charlotte Street - P.O. Box
6125 Station A - Saint John, NB - E2L 4R8) or fax 636 -8543. He will then follow -up with you at an appropriate
time to set a meeting to complete your commitment. At any time please feel free to contact the Manager, Seth
Astmakos, directly at 506-836 -8549 or at loanfund (onbnet.nb.ca.
Investing.
If you are Interested In Investing in the Saint John Community Loan Fund, please Indicate the proposed amount of your
Investment, the period you would like to invest for, and the rate of return you will be comfortable with. We have received
Investments In the range of $250 to $15,000, so no investment is too small or too large. The average rate of return
chosen by investors is 1.50A but we offer up to a bond rate. You may also choose to direct your Investment to a specific
lending activity - buslness, employment or shelter loans.
Amount of Investment
Period of Investment
Rate of Return
Loan Activity
(anywhere from $250 to $15,00D, or more think big l)
(minimum 2 years please)
(up to 3 %, or match a competitive bond rate)
(choose business, employment, shelter or leave blank)
Donating.
Donations also support our work and receive a charitable tax receipt. Individual donations are generally put Into our loan
loss reserve to help build capital and protect our Investors. Each dollar leverages five in loans. You may also choose to
donate directly to one of the loan pools - for business, employment or shelter loans.
Please tell us how much you would like to donate and to which activity.
Amount of Donation
Activity (you can also choose to leave that up to us)
Contact Information.
Please write your name, address, telephone number, and when we could Call to follow -up with you.
Telephone - Home: Work: Cell:
Day and time when it Is appropriate to call:
Date:
Thank you for your Interest In investing in or donating to the Saint John Community Loan Fund.
Making a Difference
One Investment at a Time
I Ilke good Ideas. I've spent my life working at
Incubating them and seeing them develop and
grow, The Saint John Community Loan Fund concept
resonates with me, Ifs about entrepreneurship,
helping people be creative and take risks. We need
that, To me investing In the Loan Fund makes
complete sense for our community,
Gerry Pond, Chairman, Mariner Partners Inc,
It's wonderful to be able to walk down town and see
people, and businesses, that have recelved a loan
from the Saint John Community Loan Fund. To know
that my Investment may have helped any one of
these people makes me feel great.
Louise 861and, Self - Employed Conference interpreter
I Invested in the Saint John Community Loan Fund
because Ifs a good Investment, It's about lending to
people who have Initiative but don't have access to
capital, And InitlatNe Is something we need to
finance - whether It's for getting back to work or
starting a buslness, Frankly, Investing In the Loan Fund
is safer than many Investments out there plus this
Investment works here. You can't beat that.
Robert Boyce, Owner, Robert L, Boyce Architect
Saint John Community Loan Fund
Gamin Wapb -K w img in Gwuoniry
When
it comes to
helping small
business, the Saint John Community
Loan
Fund
is not
just putting on the dog I
Sue Martin's career was cut short by tybromialgia. Not a quitter,
she trained as a dog - groomer in Moncton in 2001. When she returned
home to set up her small business loan, the bank turned her down.
Sue was referred to the Saint John Community Loan Fund. The
Loan Fund was able to help her with her start-up coats and assist her
through the growing pains of opening a now business. Since 2003,
Sue has hired two employees.
The Saint John Community Loan Fund is building community by recruiting
investors to Its loan pool. This money is loaned out to help those living
on low -income generate income, build assets, and achieve economic
independence. We provide business loans, beck - to-work loans, and
shelter loans. We give one-on -one support to borrowers on a quarterly
basis, and deliver Money Matter$, a basic course in financial management.
Demand for loans continues to outstrip our supply of capital. Did
we quit? No, we launched a campaign to raise $200,000 for the Loan
Pool. We are half way to our goal already. Please consider
joining our growing list of investors. 100% of your investment stays
in our community. Oh, and did we tell you? No Investor has lost
one cent Ever. We like H that way. We're sure you do too.
Saint John Community Loan Fund OratefuRy Adwowledpea Its Partners:
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For morn iMOrmgtlon abou lho S llnrt John Or 10~
Community too Fund plisse visit:
(Both Aalmtikos, Manager
wwwoloi nofund.Ca io4Wuh04nnbnetnb.oa
47 :CharidUe St, 3rd Floor
Saint John Community Loan Fund PO Box 6125, Saint John NBE2L4Ra
We provide loans and financial seivices to
people with good ideas.
We convert your investment in to:
• business loans
• back to work loans
• damage deposit loans
• financial literacy training
• business plan development training
and advice
We believe everyone deserves a chance
to make a li&W for themselves and
dwirfam&es.
When you invest:
• you choose up to 3% return or we will
match any bond rate
• your risk is minimized by a 30% reserve
• we ask for a tr nimum 2 year commitment
100% of your Its nice to know that our small investment
money is going to work right here, in Saint John.
works here
David and Rosi Jory, Investors
rLMNrT11a -V '
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Invest. Call 636 - 8542,
/r Sahtt Johh Cor mt tx ty Loan Fund
3rd Floor City Markel P.O. Box 6125, Station A
Saint John, NB E2L 4R6
Emaik loarrlund&nbrwLnb.ca
SAINT JOHN Fax: 608.6361WA3
91
Charitable # 843913241 RR0001
LoanM 'Fund
'eoplG - Investing in Community
2005 -06 Annual Report
Our Mission
To knpmve social conditions for people living in Sant John
by promoting economic Independence and fostering
entreprensuship in our community.
Our Activities
The Sakti John Cominmity Loan Fund (Loan Fund) helps
individuals create Income, build assets, and adan greater
ser-refance by providing:
• business bans
• employmemloane
• shaker bum (deposits, arrears)
• financial literacy training (Money Matter$)
• and business plan training, wkh the YMCA-YWCA
The Loan Fund promotes comrmmity investing. it reomib
imestmentsto build ib ban pool and donationshr safe -guard
the ban pool against losses.
Our Funding Partners
• Greater Saba John Community Foundation
• The Cacpwmos
• Fairly and Community Services - GovernmwdN NB
• Women's taauss Branch - Gwamnsnl of NS
• NROSC - Govwnnrem of Canada
The Human Developments Council
cdrltlMrea to be our primary community
protest, prmdding oHla •Meer, squtpmsM
and a mounting board for Idea.
Clvba Behr weMd Vhe
Wand Mite ohs oedanlaq
r«min bbyawawwin
I dh. rawacarta
vww.weerom.oa
Lonna apelgM mwedb b town
to ml vast am bathe come
security fm hanea end her
deurhsrs.
Moving to work
In Spring 2004. Lonna Spelght needed to move and
needed to find work She had been INng near Pubic
Lending. Money ves scarce. She was just surviving on
chid support and needed help with moving and a
depueafor Saint John Energy. The Loan Fund was
there to help her naive into an aparbnem on the West
Side with hertwo girls. Life vas still no picnic: for
Lonna. Family Court lost track of her chill support, she
suffered through a car accident which wrote cif her
"hide, broke her leg, and the farNly dog almost died.
Lonna has since secured a NII -time job with a local
vA olssaix. Live is still not perfect but it is getting better.
She took a chance moving to Saint Jahn and the Loan
Fund took a chance on her.
Cumulative State At A Glance'
$'.'17111
Number of Inquiries
Loans Usbunad - SusinessANork
Loans Disbursed- Housing
Value Of Loans
Value Of Loans Repaid
Value of Loons Written OR
Impact (businessMork)
Income Genereted(approx.)
Savings To Pmv. GovL (appmr)
Activity Providing Mein Income
Adlvity Providing Extra Income
Activity Discontinued
Training (students)
Business Planning
Money Matter$
One -orvOne Budgeting
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7)15
78
32
$ 136,618
$ 66,370
$ 23,943
52,300,000+
$435,000+
47%
31%
22%
37
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President's Message
The Loan Fund completed its seventh year of
operation, deliyedng more services, increasing
the she of our ban pool, and building mom
partnerships. We met a challenge ton the
previous year to add another 9OYemment
partner for sustelnability - vve vMCc ns the
Women's IssUbe Branch of the Provincial
(33overnment. This enabled our continued
delivery of bane to people vAc can't get them
elsenham. Via increased tenfold our delivery of
our financial literacy program Matey Matlerr by
using a Wohldwe Expansion grant to hire a
facilitator. This expansion of Money Maters
talks povsAully of the need for such training
and reflects the Loan Fund's desire to meet real
needs In the community through a partnership
model. As ahwys I urge you Join me by
considering the Loan Fund as an invennerd
option.
Bob Boyce, President
Manager's Message
I am excited about Wulf xe accomplished this past
year because veer here vary anI preneurlel. We shot
a film that promotes our organization's banowem and
immature. And we made the decision to leverage
reserve monism to hire ourfind Money Mate ll
coordinator, Tanya McGrew. Bath of than moves
have reaped dividends - In nwvlm"bnerhta and
supporters from those wfioNe seen One film, and to s
greatly expanded Money Matters pregrem. This
entrepreneurial spirt is key, as is the desire to
improve our vorkeaeh year. With our loan program
this has meant being better at supporting bo arers,
and also adding r e vtypes of lending. This coning
year era Will pilot a newlcarm program for vdran,
continue to push for a CEO based housing project
and begin building an entrepreneurship model for
core neighborhoods. Of cwree, the support of
Investors and partners enables us to innovate and
break newground, as does a committed staff and
board. Many thanks.
Seth Ass akea, Manager
Hot Dogl
Eric Faemm w"b hY
hn dos aam es ammo
EMM square
A Saint John native, Eric Foreman
ended up working in California
BVhAYealrmYea after studying winery arts. He had - . —__.-
sandne me,"pwdw. a sister In Michigan, w he moved ....... _
tam Fad there and met his wife Amends. After sbr years and
No girls later. Eric decided the drew of the Maritimes
wee too strong and they decided to move to Saint o
John with a hot dog cart he had purchased on E-bay.
Eris moon discovered that finding a place to set up
wasn't so easy. He approached Prince Edward Square
and afar a couple of weeks in the haihwy, me given
a space. More equipment and renovations were required and Eric
approached the loan Fund for help. The Loan Corrundtae laced Ends
determination and drive and the decision ern made to get involved. Eric
and Amanda have a growing business in the uptovm mall. Great service, a
big smile and a little help along the wey can sure make a greet hot dog!
Loan Report brpeer IFIG"I) V ",
The numbers of new loans
disbursed in the fiscal year was
reduced from 32 trans the previous
year to 16 loans this year - S
'..
business and S housing. Loans
care reduced for two reasons. Last
year, we paused making bens for 3
months until funding commitments R-'-
M Ravas hA ar
made it pruderit also
lass
YEN
Increased our em
dour an
em,r avrro hvh.hYevn
psye ®,
loommeis to
fdbw -up with 6ortowers to ensure they am "
meeting their goals, The process Is called"''
MAPing— My Action Plan. Developing and = '
maintaining a MAP means meeting with
borrowers each quarter, reviewing budget
ante cmeuy, are turns
and quality of IW goals, and meting action gar mdse his corn
plans to overcome barriers or go alter
opportunttes. Onyx again, thanks to our
partners and referring agencies — Damestc Violence Outreach, Salvation
Army, Family and Community SeMoes, Office of the Rentalsman,
Enterprise Saint John, Saint John Energy, Community Haamt Centro and
our newest partner, Dress for Success. Demand for new loans rens!ns high
es new relationships are developed with local agencies and the Loan Fund's
profile becomes more prominaM In the community.
Shane Cassidy, Loans Otecar
Hot Dogl
Eric Faemm w"b hY
hn dos aam es ammo
EMM square
A Saint John native, Eric Foreman
ended up working in California
BVhAYealrmYea after studying winery arts. He had - . —__.-
sandne me,"pwdw. a sister In Michigan, w he moved ....... _
tam Fad there and met his wife Amends. After sbr years and
No girls later. Eric decided the drew of the Maritimes
wee too strong and they decided to move to Saint o
John with a hot dog cart he had purchased on E-bay.
Eris moon discovered that finding a place to set up
wasn't so easy. He approached Prince Edward Square
and afar a couple of weeks in the haihwy, me given
a space. More equipment and renovations were required and Eric
approached the loan Fund for help. The Loan Corrundtae laced Ends
determination and drive and the decision ern made to get involved. Eric
and Amanda have a growing business in the uptovm mall. Great service, a
big smile and a little help along the wey can sure make a greet hot dog!
Training Report
1
provincial swemmem, Margaret -Ann Blaney attended
,
MOM Malted is a five module training
Program baschYp basis money
management topics Include: Budgeting;
Consumerism; Benidng; Credit and Assets.
This pest year alone we've deNered
i
training to over' partlogents partnenrg
l
vdh over 10 agencies. Cur panders
Include: Passport to Employment Women's
r
Samsteam Program; vftwwn Scbsol;
y�nsgcn..
Junior Achimemem; First Steps; Inner
Memerv,m Morley err
Gmvdr Strategies; Cmadele; and the list grove.
Men remepie a Wintery
Comments made by participants and program
grr,.p Mrwpporta
orgenlzens have been overwhelming -al who've
emcee's fie' ale
mmenu «ter Penesnet
taken training have learned something useful -
mmmeea Mwbr
%hother its creating a tremble Budget, which
Fm
sec rM (ce Fungi,
should always beflmible and clanging, or
understanding the Power of Consumerism -
Snandd literacy can help you maka better chasms,
but utlmataly it is up to each individual to moos
those cloloec. it Is a pleasure teaching Money
Maued, and oartiauely woddrg vdh different
looming Styles and Weeding win the barriers
indivick ds face.
'
Tanya McGrew Money Metied Facilitator
c.me«ee.er akrre
Partner Support
for Money Mader$
Lynn Smith rum Passport to
Empleymera, a Program that
helps women whose last
dependent hen just left the
house, get back into to
worldarce. As Lynn ways, "we
atveys felt there was
something missing, and when
we tamed about Money
MatW$ it was a perfect M fr
our program. Financial lfevacy
is a riecermary tool to help you
transition back to work. Our
participants can'tsy enough
about the program and the facilitator,
Tanya.'
l.ym seen �M rmM
aeaame «r.maea
p«y^d w 6m�lym«n FerdNrer4.
Building the Loan Pool
120000 Capital Growth
l000db "-
The Saint Jahn Communky Loan Fund "got
continues to have positae growth In Its aaoo0
capital for tens and the associated 20000
reserve. But to keep pace with ban 0
demand we launched a 3 year investor maw 2006
recruitment drive in 2004. We moseded our
$30,000 target for year one by $8,1]00. We
have reached 5D% of our target of $50,000 for
this year. Ned year we will recrult
$120,000. By the and of the 3 years we
could have aver $300,000 to Invest In smell
business, back to work bane, shelter loans,
and possibly social enterprises that impim
youth to create their owe business in ere
neighborhoods. Join our co-chairs in
building the pool, so we can do mans
community Invading in Saint John!
From Supporter, to Investor,
to Co -Chair of Recruitment
Inv we Recruits we. Campaign
was 3elhl.OJJ _
Yaa2$Ba000 -Idfq
over 1 sm,ov -sae
When serving m Minister of Woman's Issues with the
provincial swemmem, Margaret -Ann Blaney attended
a presentation last June by Louis Stand, vl a
presided of tlw Loan Fund and chair of the Loan
Fund's investor recrah ment Ma Barley was so
Impressed she acid she would fed a way to support
ourvork And Indeed the Women's Issues Branch has
But the former Minister did not stop them. More
recently she made her own persoml investment to help
build the pod, and when asked by Louise, she joined
as a co-chair of the recrubmand drive. So why does the
MLA who originally hale from the'roWbelleve in the
Memerv,m Morley err
work of the Loan Fund? `First, I come from an
Men remepie a Wintery
enterprising family and have operated a bummus me
grr,.p Mrwpporta
my husband, and I know it is dlfiamR, but extremely
emcee's fie' ale
mmenu «ter Penesnet
re More Mpomnty, ova have poverty gl Saint
mmmeea Mwbr
John, and.
John, anti the profile is IMgey vayrtlen, and single
and single
Fm
sec rM (ce Fungi,
mothers. The Loan Fund Is innovative. We not about
maintenance but helping peaple gel ahead and I
believe that is very good for Said John. We need to
build the loan pool so ova men do even mama in our
community. I'm happy to be an investor and involved
wdh Louise in oo- chairing the recruitment drive.'
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Greetings from
Saint John s,o,mo
Loan Fund greetng cards continue to be S a,Doo
sought after as a card of choice for Saint
Johnerc who want to support our work ee,o00
while sending a greeting of peace
around the world and prom otnlg our
community. This past year gross sales a 7,000
reached $9,400, an Improvement of
31,000 from the prevlous year. Vie had a $6.000
great launch at Brunswick square and
we had a great group of alters. Thank $ 5,000
you to Fred Rom, Lynn WpgYgion,
Bobo! Joan Mackinnon, and special
men ton to the late John Hooper who
through his wirer Kathy enabled us to ua a pent
of John's I autrul sculptured angel which vas
one of e sorbs made exclualvely for hill feen ly.
This coming year wit be fentesbc with Freeman
Petersen, Holy McKay, Irene Guemete, and
Ray Butler. If you'd Ike to order early, passe
call us at 836 -8344. Many thanks to Handworks
Gallery and to all those invoked with the card
compahgn.
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arsatna Card Sales The Co- operators: CR Report
Matching Corporate
Responsibility with
Community Investment
The Co-operators is proud to partner
Win The Saint John Community Loan
Fund as it carries on with its important
corrtnunry economic development work The Coapsmtarc
CED Fund was set -up with groups such as the Loan Fund in
mind. Since sterling in 1885 $12 mfilim has bawl granted
through the CED Fund.
Join moepeM1'QVYbaee,or,aar
Rob Roy, Chair Greeting Card Co n o t m
And Our Top Salesperson is...
Greeting cards are aid though retailers, and partner
organkat om like the Beydew Cmdh union, but most
miss are made by volunaws onean -se. Cathy V ftht
Is one Of these traveling aaspeopa. Beeida being
One of the founders of the Loan Fund as the former
Executive Director of the Human Development Council,
she continues to be committed to the Loan Fund on an
ongoing base. Infect, she received Top Saar honore
with 57 parks add or $570waft of cards. How does
she do it? VMI I just Mink the Loan Fund Is a great
organization, w I'm Inspired to set to cards, because I
know it helps them. I also Ike the hams And I sell a let
because I go to the Kingston Market, which I also Ike a
lot. It's a wkwmm° So next yeaea individual lop ales
goal Is 60 peckall
The Co- oparators chose to ehhpport the Saint Jahn
Community Loan Fund because vin felt it was a good
immat rent First our fiancial contribution would directly
fuller your work; second, our official endorsement or your
Chile on would serve to draw broader attention to your
aaaooiatdon s impressive efforts, and third; this in turn
khdin ctty eabas you to expand your already phenomenal
services by helping you to secure complementary sources of
funding.
Vie can see that the Saint John Community loan Fund Is an
organization that Is committed to community based
investment which Is Providing one horsepower to Saint
John's economic engine by delivering loam and support to
Wirtng enbepreneure who would not otherwise be able to
get financing.
The Cooperabre are proud of be heritage of supporyg
communities, of'oheafing a baWvW as our Corporate
Respensibilty Report Is fitted. The Coapenetws thanks the
Saint John Community Loan Fund for its continuing service to
those in need, and for working at creating belarae In their
Comm miy.
All
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Making a Film
This pest year vre rare
fortunate to get another
summer student through the
Federal Governments
Sumner Career Placement
program. We hired Seen
Grady, a film student whose
claim to fame was
hitchhildng to Halifax to gat
a walk-on pert in a Trailer
Park Boys show. Vflth Seth and Sean's Mend and supreme
editor Tom, a shod fikn "a shot foreboding borrawen,
Investors, and partners . The purpose of the film Is to have
another tool to promote the Loan Fund, to recruit investors
and partners. It has had rave reviews and has been used In
presentations, at the launch of the greeting card fundraiser,
and at conferences. Borrowers featured include, ell
McGrew, Jennifer Edison, Marco Therleuh, and Sue Martin.
Investors Included, Bill MacMacldn, Brenda Murphy, Linda
Cooke, and Seyvlew Credit Union's Bob Marshall. We also
had Lynn Smith, from Passport to Employment speaking
about partnering on Money Maser$. VJe ended with a photo
montage of many more bonovews. Thank you to all who
particpeted and to Summer Career Placements for making
ithappen.
Update on Projects
Our proposed project to develop an enterprising
building with affordable housing units for single
moms, Low Fund offices, Veining space, a micro- _
business Incubator and chsdeare centre remains a
great Idea, but must wait for a 30 phase of the
Federal- Provinclal Affordable Housing Agreement _
to go ahead. Severing the right location contnues
to be an Issue as it has been with other groups in the city. The good naves Is
that there in support or the coming year o fuller develop partnerships and
to workwhh poteneel anent.
Another project In the very early stages is developing a model for youth
enVeprerrwrship In core neighbourhoods, a desperate need to provide
hope and develop the skills and discipline to start businesses and term
income. We will be looting at best practices in business centers, summer
Stan -up loans, social enterprises, and even a poor lending program.
Building the Community
Investment Sector
As a laureling msnber of the Canadian ' ea:;
Community Investment NeMUrk Co-operative,
the SaintJoM Communhy Loan Fund jobs does to thirty other
community financing orgen¢ebons interested in making
im ostment decisions that help low Income neighbodwoda and
IndNWUak ersase opportunlly. Seth Asimalmecontinued as a
founding board member to guide the development of the
NeMork. This last year a biJbiNal vebeite was launched m
Oelober 20e, the International Day of micro- nines. Check the
site for coverage of 'n CCINC's progress in building a community
investment sector in Canada - w.wi.communiNinveebnenLm
Growing the Canadian CED Network
The Saint John Common" Loan Fund's N.o year contract to
release manager, Seth Asimalma, as Atenfic Coordinator of the
Canadian CED NeMak (CCEDNet) was completed on March 31,
2008. In that fime Beth's maim place otvak vas carrying out
the Atlantic pommy of a natlan rl research project into the
connectors baNSen CED and social incursion. Seth Interviewed
18 Innovators in CED in the region and wnfe four case studies
#at can be seen at wwv ooednet- rodec.oe . CCEDNet will be
holding its National Conference on the'roctt, St. John's, NF in
April 2007.
Researching the `� )
Social Economy J..Y
In September 2005, a $1.75 million romarch present bra the
breadth and depth of the Atlantic social economy began. The
Social Economy and Sustairebli ty Research Project is housed at
Mount Saint Vincent University, Hal ex, NS and funded *hough
the Social ScNnces and Humanlles Research Council There are
ak strearm of research: oommunity mobilization; mapping and
policy, food mcurtly; c pa and firmnebg; resource
management end onme rnicet101n. Seth As"ndekce is on the
mapping and policy stream, the deeding commiaee, and acts as
a Co-Director of the Project He also cmaibded the project logo -
tour svkkg figures that represent the region's provinces b a
graving wave of aot City and marnerflum.
Board Profiles
Kathryn Asher -Working
towards justice
Kathryn Asher grew up in Fredericton.
She studied human rights at UNB and
pursued a graduate degree focussed
on social and environmental justice
movements at York University. While
completing her masters, the Human Development
Coundl was fortunate to hire Kathryn as a summer
student in 2004. She Impressed the HDC so much that
when it canne time be implement some recommendations
in the HOC's inclusive cities project they turned to
Kathryn who ores hired in 2005 to coordinate the
development of a Salnt John Youth Cabinet She joined
the Loan Fund board the aame year and chairs the
housing commhtee. She says, or am fortunate to be part
of the Loan Fund's innovative work on grassroots social
change. Since being wwoomed to the Board, I have been
amazed by the Loan Fun's success at empo oaring
members of our community, by trading the charitable
model for a focus on poverty's root causes."
Shannon Patlno - Banking from
the Carribean to Canada
Shannon Patric vale born In Trinidad and
Tobago, and grew up In nearby Grenada. He
started his connection with Canada shortly after
graduating from high school, working five years
atthe Scotsbank In St. George, the capital cry.
In 1999, he carte to Canada to do his BBA at
UNBSJ, graduating in 2004 as the valedictorian.
That same year he wee hired as a Business Analyst with Ocean
Steel Group Services. He joined the Saint John Community Loan
Fund's board in 2005, and became the Loen Committee Chair later
M the year. Shannon says, at joined the Loan Fund board because I
waned! to give somethkp back to a community that has been very
good to me. The Loan Fund ores a good fit for my experience, and it
Is dear that by the number of requests m receive, the Loan Fund
helps meet a need In Saint John.'
Board of Directors
President
Bob Boyce, Robert L. Boyce Architect
Vice- Preatdent
Louise BAl and, Conferenee Interpreter and Teacher
Treasurer
Judy Martin, Thynankrupp Elevator
Kathryn Asher, Saint John Youth Cabket
Jars Bradbrook, RBC Royal Bank (rescred mu v®]
Oren Duplessis, ILA Loral 273
Davki Duplsea, Nuviskaibiz.com
Randy HaNeld, Human Development Councl
our LeBlanc, Century 21
Inks banks arrears
Shannon Petro, Ocnisan Steel
unions, community loan
Rob Roy, Rob Roy Reproductions
funds meMen reserves
m IwtaetnumeaNas
Bill Thomas, Saint Andrew Swrd David Linked Church
and ever Iavaamm. The
Lim Fund community
Loan Fund a da the
Committee Members
induaeaside Roadbed by
a.ru,w sea. sox m
oral nano au ..
Peter Asimalros, Uptum Saint John
No investor has lost
Elaine Ssysrt Second Stage Housing
Mon"
Sharon Amirea.44 Feel Steps Housing
Mary Doherty
Staff
Sean Ashman, Manager
Shale Cassidy, Loans Officer and Coach
Tanya McGraw, Money Msasr$ FacpKater
Project -Based Staff
Melony Smith, Fundraising Support lean unq
Seen Grady, Filmmaker (suaxrx anadatl
Jam Fmsu Mp 4eeveaa star hoc
betas aesYN madym do a sea wx. For
AadbN eumda oN NmIXM {errl�ar Robyn
Calvin m93eega8.
From Dreaming to Investing
-In the mid - nineties, I was fortunate to be a
member of the group who dreamed of starting a
micro credit organization in Saint John. In my
work, I meet people who vant to work but found
there are many barriers to leaving Income
assistance. It vies even more d'iff'icult for people
who wanted to start their own business - for
many, the challenges were just too great and
the resources were not there to help. Accessing
financial support from the mainstream banking
system was not an option for many. I have
alleys been supportive of the concept and a
few years ago vas able to make an investment.
I believe in investing In people, the return for
the individual is great and the realm for the
community, even greater"
Brenda Murphy, Grand Bay- Westfield, NB
Invest, Help build our community.
Help build someone's future,
If you are interested in making an
investment or donation, please call 836-
8542, All investments receive 3% return and
donations receive a Charitable Tax Receipt.
Brenda Murphy Is the
Coordlnarm orthe urban
Core Support NstM k, a
member of a number of
wnwnurety boards and Is
the Deputy Mayor of Grand
Bay- WesBbM. Best of aA.
she is a Loan Fund
Investor.
Saint John Community Loan Fund
Tel: 506 - 636.8542
Fax: 506 -536 -8543
Email: I oa of u nd @n bnet. n b. c a
Website wvww.ioanfund.ca
Saint John Community Loan Fund
3'd Floor City Market, PO Box 6125
Station "A Saint John, NB E2L 4R6
Charitable Tex Number 85491 3241 RROOOI
BAINT JOHN
REPORT TO COMMON COUNCIL
M &C #2007 -255 The city xs.m' w"^
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane
and Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Members of Council:
SUBJECT: CAPITAL BUDGET: OTHER- $300,000
UNMET 2007 NEEDS AND REQUESTS
BACKGROUND:
In any particular year, there are going to be situations that unexpectedly occur. In some
cases no action is taken, however, in others, the matters are given serious consideration
and decisions are made to either find a resolve or to seize an opportunity. In some cases
Council approval must be sought.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
As was indicated in a report related to a Multiplex Facility presented last meeting, the
2007 Capital Budget included a $300,000 line item simply marked as "other ". To date,
only the City's commitment of $75,000 to this study has been earmarked against this
budget allocation.
Recently, a number of items have been brought to staff's attention that should be
addressed and could quite rightly be charged against the remaining $225,000.
IDENTIFIED NEEDS:
THE PREVIOUSLY UNIDENTIFIED NEEDS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
PAINTING OF STEEL PIPE RAILING ALONG THE NORTH MARKET SLIP.
As the
attached
memo
indicates,
the Saint John
Development Corporation
issued
a tender
for the
repainting
of that portion
of the rail system that falls
Report to Common Council Page 2
Subject: Capital Budget: Other $300, 000. Unmet 2007 Needs and Requests
within their area of responsibility. At the same time, they asked for a
quotation to complete the project which would include painting the railings
along the Boardwalk from roughly the Lighthouse down and around the end
of the slip (volleyball courts). The maintenance of this portion is the
responsibility of the City of Saint John.
In order to ensure a consistent look and feel, staff would recommend that
Council accept the Development Corporation's offer to add this portion to
their contract, at a cost not to exceed $32,000.
2. SPECIAL REPAINTING OF HARBOUR PASSAGE
The 2007 Capital
Budget included
an
estimate
of $60,000 to have this work
done. This figure
was a best guess
at
the time.
The Development Corporation, working with staff of Leisure Services, have
secured a quotation for a special repainting of all surface areas with an
improved product of Harbour Passage leading up to, and including, the lands
under the Harbour Bridge.
Staff has walked the Passage and concurs with the findings of the
Development Corporation. This work should be done.
Staff is recommending that an additional $63,170 be provided to the
Development Corporation for the purpose of resurfacing Harbour Passage
with the improved product complete with the five year guarantee.
3. LILY LAKE PAVILION
All of Council is fully aware of the tremendous effort that has been put forth
by Mr. Wallace MacMurray, Member of the Horticultural Association, the
Board of Directors of the Hatheway Trust and a number of other community
volunteers with respect to this project.
It was through their efforts that over 1.8 million dollars was raised to renovate
and furnish the renovated Lily Lake Pavilion. All of those involved are owed
a debt of gratitude.
Unfortunately, the renovation project has not gone without challenges. When
the project was just about completed, rain and weather conditions caused
serious flooding to the newly finished basement. Quick action prevented far
more serious damage from occurring.
Report to Common Council Paee 3
Subject: Capital Budget: Other $300, 000. Unmet 2007 Needs and Requests
Having said this, portions of the basement remain unusable. Fundraising
efforts are ongoing, but are largely directed at providing the facility with
necessary amenities that will increase rentability.
Staff has been approached by representatives of Lily Lake Pavilion Inc,
inquiring as to whether the City would be prepared to invest $60,000 in
repairing the flood damage and restoring the finished space only after it has
been shown the problem has been resolved.
As to the resolve of the flooding problems, staff has engaged ADI Limited to
find a permanent solution to the problem. When determined, Council can
expect a staff recommendation to proceed with this project as well.
In considering this matter, staff would point out that prior to this request the
City had not been requested to make any financial investment in the building.
Our involvement had always been contemplated as being the municipal
infrastructure around the structure. Having said this, the renovation of Lily
Lake Pavilion has been a success story and staff is recommending that
Council authorize an expenditure of not more than $60,000 in repairing and
restoring the damaged portion of the facility.
A final comment is that the building is on lands owned by the City and leased
to Lily Lake Pavilion Inc. Upon expiration or termination of the Lease, the
building shall become the property of the City.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Common Council authorize the Saint John Development Corporation
to add to its contract for the painting of the steel pipe railings, that portion
of the continuous rail system that is the responsibility of the City of Saint
John, and that the City authorize the payment of not more than $32,000 to
the Saint John Development Corporation.
2. That Common Council authorize the investment of not more than $60,000
in the Lily Lake Pavilion, specifically for the purpose of finishing the
basement, and putting it in rentable condition.
Report to Common Council Pave 4
Subject: Capital Budget: Other $300,000. Unmet 2007 Needs and Requests
3. That Common Council authorize the Saint John Development Corporation
to finalize a contract to resurface that portion of Harbour Passage leading
upto and including the lands under the Harbour Passage and that the City
provide an additional $63,170.00 for this purpose.
Terrence L. Totten, RCA
CITY MANAGER
SAINT JOHN One Market Square, Suite 301
WATERFRONT
Saint John, New Brunswick E21- 4z6
Tel 506.674.4278 / Fax: 506 649,6068
DEVELOPMENT Email: info @swaterrront.eom
Websee: www.sjweterfrunt. com
July 24, 2007
Mr. Terry Totten
City Manager
City of Saint John
P.O. Box 1971
Saint John, NB E21L 4L1
Dear Terry:
As you are already aware, the Saint John Development Corporation have completed a
tender call for the recoating of the steel sheet pile wall and painting of the steel pipe
railing along the Market Square Boardwalk as a part of our obligations with the Market
Square Complex for 2007. As you are also aware, our responsibility for the site includes
the seawall, boardwalk, and railings up until the end of the board walk adjacent to the
Lighthouse where the responsibility then becomes the city.
In an effort to save costs and provide a consistent look in this area, The Saint John
Development Corporation have taken the liberty to include optional pricing to continue
the painting of the railings in and around the areas under responsibility of the City. This
work is completely optional and should you be interested in having this work completed
we would offer to add this to our contract on your behalf.
Should you be interested in having SJDC complete this work on the City's behalf, the
price to complete this work was quoted at $36,550. We believe should we choose to
negotiate with the supplier and add onto the existing work being completed by SJDC we
may be able to reduce the cost as low as $31,450.
I will
contact you in
the coming weeks to see
if this proposal is of interest to you. If you
have
any questions
please do not hesitate to
contact me.
Regards,
Ross Jefferson
General Manager
Saint John Waterfront Development
SAINT JOHN
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City or
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SAINT JOHN One Market Square, Suite 301
WATERFRONT Saint John, New Brunswick E21. 426
T& 506 674 4278 / Fax: 506.649.6068
DEVELOPMENT Finaii info@swaterfront.com
Weirsin www.sjwaterfront.com
July 24, 2007
Mr. Terry Totten
City Manager
City of Saint John
P.O. Box 1971
Saint John, NB E211- 4L1
Dear Terry:
During the 2007 municipal budget preparations, the Saint John Waterfront Development
Partnership had made a request additional maintenance on Harbour Passage for a
special repainting the walkway surface. This work was suggested to include all surface
areas leading up to, and including, the lands under the Harbour Bridge.
As a maintenance item of the Passage, we have been working with Leisure Services to -
secure quotations for the work involved. The total price for work involved is $123,170
plus HST and a copy of the quotation to Leisure Services has been attached.
Additionally, we have secured a 5 year warranty on all work to be preformed.
This year, $60,000 was approved for special maintenance on the Harbour Passage and
we would request your consideration to augment these funds to support this one time
project totaling $123,170. We are pleased to advise you at the same time that our
current cost estimates for the Harbour Passage Reversing Falls Project are estimated
less than the budget for this same year.
We appreciate your consideration of this request. If you have any questions please
don't hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
NZ
Ross Jefferson
General Manager
Saint John Waterfront Development
SAINT JOHN
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City of Saint John
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P.U. Box 2203, Saint John. N.B. E2L M a M.1506.634,0910* Fav 506.634.0113
June 21, 2007
City of Saint John
ATTENTION: Randy Nelson
Dear Sir;
Re: Harbour Passage Phase I Recoating
We are pleased to submit the following quote to clean, apply 5treetPrint primer and
apply three coats of SP150E on approximately 54,000 sq. ft. of existing walking
trail.
Our price for this work complete is $123,170,00 plus HST and we trust you will find
it of interest,
I am enclosing a copy of StreetPrint's warranty offer for this project.
Yours truly,
CLASSIC CONSTRUCTION LTD,
B.A. Sterling, P. Eng,
President
BA /sg
Encl.
www.eIassrcconsaructrony.com •email: classlc@nbneI,nb.ca
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JUL -19 -2907 02:4SP FROMrCLAS5IC CCNST
LEISLRE SERVICES
6340713 T0:65S2yad
Integrated Paving Concepts Inc.
5 Year StreetBond 150E (St 150E) (Limited Product Warranty
For Installations Occurring in 2007 for
The City of St John, NS Harbour Path Project
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Subject to the Limitations and Exclusions set out below, Integrated Paving Concepts Inc.
(IPC) warrants the folowing to The City of St. John Harbour Path Project that:
1. That $B 150E Coating Installed pursuant to IPC Specifications will not peal or
delamtnate.
2. That there will be no material wearAhrough greater than 6%0f the surface area.
Duration of this Warranty. The limited warranty as set out above is In effect for SS 150E
coating applications to the Harbour Path Project Installed during 2007 for five years from
data of coating Installation.
Warranty Registration, Each FDOT project installation is warranted separately and must
be registered with IPC forwarranty to be applicable,
To register the warranty, within 30 days of completion of 58150E installation, the City of St
John must provide IPC In writing with the following information at the following address; IPC
Warranty Administrator, 102 -17957 55" Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S BC4,
1. Project scope of work
1. Date of installation
2. IPC Authorized Applicator who performed work
Remedy. IPC's obligation under this Limited Warranty shah be to supply at no cost 58
150E in sufficient quantity to repair the affected areas and is conditional of the following;
1. The City of St. John must promptly notify IPC in writing of the claimed defect at the
following address: IPC Warranty Administrator, 102 -17957 55r" Avenue, Surrey, BC
v3S 804
2. IPC shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to investigate, Inspect and assess the
claimed defect
Limitations. This Limited Warranty does not cover.
1. Any S915DE applications outside the Harbour Path Project
2, Any SB 150E application Installed by other then IPC Accredited StreetPrint Applicators,
at the time of project Installation
3. Any S5150E application not installed in accordance with IPC Specifloations
4. Problems caused by at associated with the asphalt or subbase including but not
limited to, settlement deformation, cracking, chipping, spalling
S. Problems caused by asphalt surfaces contaminated by dirt, oil, diesel or other such
contaminants including any loose material present prior to installation
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LEISURE SERVICES
6340713 IU: bw -f&
6. Extreme abuse outside of normal roadway wear and tear including but not limited to
damage caused by gravel or excessive dirt, gouging of the surface or damage caused
by snow removal equipment.
Exclustoro and Disclaimer. This Limited Warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty
provided by IPC and Is, where permitted by law, In lieu of all other representations,
warranties, obligations and IgM'ltiles, expressed or Implied, statutory or otherwise, in
connection with SttgWPdnt material, whether by contract or tort, operation of law or
otherwise, including any implied warranty or condition of merclrantalzllty or fitness for a
particular purpose,
In no event will IPC be liable for any special, direct, incidental or consequential damages,
losses, costs or expense, whethar in contract or tort, operation of law or otherwise,
Including any economic losses of any kind. any loss or damage to property, any personal
Injury, any damage or injury arising from or as a result of misuse or abuse, or the
incorrect Installation, Integration or operation of StreetPrirtt material.
Disputes. Any disputes under this Limited Warranty shall be settled by ari tratlon in
accordance with the International Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration
Association.
Govetnbag Law, This Limited Warranty Is governed by the laws of the Province of New
6runsw".
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and the Lessee shall forthwith deal with the protest and remedy any
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default or non - compliance;
(f) the Lessor may require the Lessee at its own expense to submit at
reasonable intervals certificates of the Lessee's Architect of the standing of
the work, the existence and extent of any faults or defects and the Lessee
shall also, whenever requested by the Lessor, furnish copies of certificates
furnished to it by contractors or by the Lessee's Architect in connection
with reconstruction;
(g) the Lessee shall promptly pay all proper accounts for work done or
materials furnished under all contracts which it has entered into relating to
the reconstruction of the Building, but this shall not prevent the Lessee
from retaining any amounts claimed due which the Lessee's Architect has
not certified to be due, or which are properly and reasonably retained to
secure the performance of any work or the correction of any defect or
which in the opinion of the Lessee's Architect are reasonably retained in
anticipation of damages arising from any contractor's default, or which are
required to be retained under provisions of the Mechanic's Lien Act
(N.B.).
(3) At the time of commencement of reconstruction of the Building the Lessor
will upgrade water and sewage services to the Demised Premises and the Building.
Ownership of Building
11. (1) The Lessor and the Lessee agree that the Building and all other fixed
improvements which the Lessee may construct upon the Demised Premises from time to
time are and shall be fixtures to the Demised Premises and are intended to be and become
the absolute property of the Lessor upon the expiration or termination of this lease, but
shall be deemed as between the Lessor and the Lessee during this lease to berme
eparate property of the Lessee and not of the Lessor but subject to and governed by all
the provisions of this lease applicable thereto. —
(2) The Lessee may at or immediately before the expiration of the term of this
lease, remove its furniture, chattels and other usual tenant's fixtures (not forming any part
of the structure of the Building or any building services), and the Lessee may from time
to time remove such tenant's fixtures in the ordinary course of its business or in the event
of any Improvements of the Building pursuant to paragraph 17.
Use and Operation of Building
12. (1) The Lessee covenants that the Building, and all fixed improvements from
time to time erected upon the Demised Premises, shall be used for purposes identified in
this lease and schedules attached hereto, and in compliance with all provisions of
municipal by -laws pertaining to the use, and that the Lessee shall not commit or permit
any waste (except as permitted by paragraph 17) or any nuisance thereon, or permit any
part of the Building to be used for any dangerous, noxious or offensive ttade, occupation
or business.
August 10, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: White Rocks Road Pipe Materials Rebate
BACKGROUND:
As Council may be aware, the Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. is in the process of
negotiating and awarding a contract for the Phase I development of White Rocks
Road. This right of way will connect Alloy Drive and Stinson Drive, ultimately
creating more than 25 acres of much needed serviced land in the Spruce Lake
Industrial Park.
It is a standard practice of the City to rebate private developers their pipe
infrastructure materials in public right of ways. The Saint John Industrial Parks
have secured Council's support to receive pipe materials rebate in the past
providing the Company with additional purchasing power for Capital projects.
The reimbursement of pipe materials in this project will allow the SJIPL to finish
30% more serviced, right of ways than without the rebate.
The industrial land in its current unaltered unserviced state does not generate
significant tax benefits to the City, approximately $100 per acre per annum.
Servicing the land increases the value by at least 10 times and development upon
that serviced land would increase the municipal tax receipts by more than 150
times that of unserviced lands.
The demand for industrial land is continually growing in Saint John, the Company
has already reached its historical sales volume in 2007, with additional demand
anticipated. The pipe materials rebate will ensure demand can be met in the near
term.
Report to Common Council
August 10, 2007
RECOMMENDATION:
Page 2
That Common Council agree to reimburse the Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. up
to a maximum of $100,000 plus HST as pipe material rebate for Phase I, White
Rocks Road.
Respectfully submitted,
J. Claude MacKinnon, P.Eng.
President
Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd.
BI /mmf
August 8, 2007
His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and
Members of Common Council
Your Worship and Councillors:
SUBJECT: Public Utility Easement Assent
BACKGROUND:
Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd. has recently entered into an agreement to
subdivide and sell approximately 2 acres to a local firm for the relocation of their
operation into the McAllister Industrial Park. Site work for the 10,000 sq. ft.
development will commence in the month of August and is expected to be
completed in November of this year.
The site, Lot 07 -1 (see attached plan) requires hydro servicing under McIlveen
Drive extension to the side lot. The purchaser and Saint John Energy are satisfied
with the location of a 5meter wide public utility easement. Saint John Industrial
Parks Ltd. is seeking Common Council's assent to vest the Public Utility
Easement as laid out on the attached subdivision plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Common Council assents to the Public Utility Easement as laid out in the
attached Subdivision Plan for Lot 07 -1 in the McAllister Industrial Park.
Respectfully submitted,
J.C. MacKinnon,
President
Saint John Industrial Parks Ltd.