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2008-01-07_Agenda Packet--Dossier de l'ordre du jour City of Saint John Common Council Meeting Monday, January 07, 2008 Committee of the Whole 1. Call to Order 5:00 p.m. 8th Floor Boardroom City Hall 1.1 Personnel Matter 10.2(4)0) (Forwarded from Dec 17 2007) 1.2 Governance Structure PSCC 10.2(4)( c) 10.2(4)0) (Forwarded from Dec 17, 2007) 1.3 Employment Matter 10.2(4)0) 1.4 Employment Matter 10.2(4)0) 1.5 Personnel Matter 1 0.2( 4)(b) 1.6 Legal Session - Legal Opinion 10.2(4)(f) Regular Meeting 1. Call to Order - Prayer 6:45 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes 2.1 December 17, 2007 Minutes 2.2 October 16, 2007 Minutes 2.3 December 13, 2007 Minutes 2.4 Revised Minutes Common Council Meeting October 22 2007 3. Adoption of Agenda 4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest 5. Consent Agenda 5.1 Request for Flashing Green Light Rothesay Ave (Recommendation: Refer to Police Commission) 5.2 Public Private Partnerships Water and Sewage (Recommendation: Receive for Information) 5.3 Non-Profit Housing Alternatives North of Union St (Recommendation: Refer to City Manager) 5.4 River Road Community Alliance Requesting to Present (Recommendation: Refer to Clerk to Schedule) 5.5 Acquisition 76-78 Carleton St and 29 Wellington Row (Recommendation in Report) 6. Members Comments 7. Proclamation 8. Delegations / Presentations 9. Public Hearings 7:00 p.m. 9.1(a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment 1010 Grandview Ave 9.1 (b) Planning Advisory Committee Recommending Rezoning 1010 Grandview Ave 10. Consideration of By-laws 10.1 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 99 Burpee Ave 10.2 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 2 St Paul St 10.3 Third Reading Traffic By-law Amendment Prince St 11. Submissions by Council Members 11.1 Investment Returns for City Pension Plan (Councillor Farren) 11.2 Saint John County Court House (Councillor Titus) 12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers 12.1 Snow Clearing Operations No Parking on City Streets 12.2 Tourism Saint John 12.3 LNG Facility - Real Property Tax 13. Committee Reports 13.1 Committee of the Whole Report - Appointment to Heritage Committee 14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda 15. General Correspondence 16. Adjournment City of Saint John Seance du conseil communal Le lundi 7 janvier 2008 Comite plenier 1. Ouverture de la seance 17 h Salle de conference du 8e etage a l'hotel de ville 1.1 Question relative au personnell0.2( 4)j)(point reporte de la reunion du 17 decembre 2007) 1.2 Structure de gouvernance CCSP 10.2(4)c) 10.2(4)j) (Point reporte de la reunion du 17 decembre 2007) 1.3 Question relative it l'emploi 10.2( 4)j) 1.4 Question relative it l'emploi 10.2( 4)j) 1.5 Question relative au personnel- alinea 10.2(4)b) etj) 1.6 Seance juridique - Avis juridique alinea 10.2(4)f) Seance ordinaire 1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere 18 h 45 2. Approbation du proces-verbal 2.1 Proces-verbal de la seance tenue Ie 17 decembre 2007 2.2 Proces-verbal de la seance tenue Ie 16 octobre 2007 2.3 Proces-verbal de la seance tenue Ie 13 decembre 2007 2.4 Proces-verbal revise de la seance du conseil communal tenue Ie 22 octobre 2007 3. Adoption de l'ordre du jour 4. Divulgations de conflits d'interets 5. Questions soumises a l'approbation du conseil 5.1 Demande d'un feu c1ignotant vert sur l'avenue Rothesay (recommandation : transmettre it la Commission de police) 5.2 Partenariat public-prive - Eau et egouts (recommandation : accepter it titre informatif) 5.3 L'organisme Non-Profit Housing Alternatives (logements alternatifs sans but lucratif) au nord de la rue Union (recommandation : transmettre au directeur general) 5.4 Demande presentee par l'alliance communautaire du chemin River voulant se presenter (recommandation : transmettre au greffier pour qu'une date de presentation soit fixee) 5.5 Acquisition du bien-fonds situe au 76-78, rue Carleton et au 29, rue Wellington (recommandation figurant au rapport) 6. Commentaires presentes par les membres 7. Proclamation 8. Delegations et presentations 9. Audiences publiques 19 h 9.1a) Projet de modification de l'arrete de zonage visant Ie 1010, avo Grandview 9.1b) Comite consultatifd'urbanisme recommandant Ie rezonage du bien-fonds situe au 1010, avo Grandview 10. Etude des arretes municipaux 10.1 Projet de modification du plan municipal visant Ie 99, avenue Burpee 10.2 Projet de modification du plan municipal visant Ie 2, rue St Paul 10.3 Troisieme lecture du projet de modification visant l'Arrete relatif it la circulation sur la rue Prince 11. Intervention des membres du conseil 11.1 Rendements du capital investi pour Ie regime de retraite de la Ville (conseiller Farren) 11.2 Palais de justice du comte de Saint John (Conseiller Titus) 12. Affaires municipales evoquees par les fonctionnaires municipaux 12.1 Deneigement des routes - Stationnement interdit dans les rues de la Ville 12.2 Tourisme Saint John 12.3 Terminal de gaz naturelliquefie (GNL) - Imp6t foncier 13. Rapports deposes par les comites 13.1 Rapport du comite plenier relativement aux nominations pour sieger au Comite du patrimoine 14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a l'approbation du conseil 15. Correspondance generale 16. Levee de la seance present Norman McFarlane, Mayor Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, McGuire, Tait, Titus and White - and - 1. Totten, City Manager; J. Nugent, City 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; A. Bodechon, Chief of Police; R. Simonds, Fire Chief, and P. Woods, Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk SEANCE DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN TENUE A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 17 DECEMBRE 2007 A 18 H 20 Sont presents: Norman McFarlane, maire la mairesse suppleante Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White - et- 1. Totten, directeur general; J. Nugent, avocat municipal; Greg Yeomans, commissaire aux finances et tresorier; P. Groody, commissaire aux operations municipales; J. Baird, commissaire a I'urbanisme et au developpement; W. Edwards, commissaire aux services d'inspection et des batiments; A. Bodechon, chef de police; R. Simonds, chef du service d'incendie et P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe 1. Call To Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and Captain Bruce Smith of the Anglican Church Army offered the opening prayer. 1.02008 Capital and Operating Budgets and Water and Wastewater Utility Referring to his submitted report, Saint John General Fund: Summary of Proposed 2008 Capital and Operating Budgets, and the report, Saint John Water (Utility Fund) Proposed 2008 Operating and Capital Budgets, the City Manager reviewed the various capital projects anticipated for the next year and beyond, and proposed that the tax rate remain at $1.795 per $100. of assessment. He advised that both total revenues and expenditures are expected to increase by 6.36% resulting in a Net Municipal Budget of slightly more than $110 million. Mr. Totten commented on the prospective growth in the City, the present Council's attention to neighborhood development, focus on the arts, sensitivity to concerns of tax payers, and noted that the submitted recommendations are brought forth with these concerns in mind. Councillor Farren advised that he could not support the budget without having recent pension fund results which will impact 2009 budget. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that the sum of $19,166,653. be the total Operating Fund Budget of the City of Saint John for 2008 as detailed in the submitted Appendix A. Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that the estimate required to be raised by levy on real property assessment liable to taxation under the Assessment Act within the City for the year 2008 be adopted in the amount of $90,624,562. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. On motion of Councillor Titus Second by Councillor Court RESOLVED that Common Council order and direct the levying of $1.795 per hundred dollars of assessment by the Minister of Local Government on real property liable to taxation under the Assessment Act within the City. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that Common Council approve a 2008 Capital Budget amounting to $60,166,703., of which not more that $40,371,703. shall be financed by the issuance of debentures, as detailed in the submitted Appendix B. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that Common Council approve an addition of five permanent positions to the Establishment. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that Common Council approve a cost of living adjustment to the 2008 Management Professional Pay Scale in the amount of two percent. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. On motion of Councillor Chase Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that Council direct the City Manager to explore alternative delivery models for City services, and report back to Council. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. Referring to a submitted report, Mr. Groody reviewed the submitted 2008 Operating and Capital budgets for Saint John Water (Utility Fund). On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the estimated revenue for the Water & Sewerage Utility for the year 2008 in the amount of $29,733,124. be adopted as submitted in Appendix A. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. RESOLVED that the estimate of expenses for the Water & Sewerage Utility for the year 2008 in the amount of $29,733,124. be approved as submitted in Appendix A Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the Capital Budget for 2008 in the amount of $45,135,000., as set out in the submitted schedule of projects, Appendix B, be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried, with Councillor Farren voting nay. 1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane et Ie capitaine Bruce Smith, de l'Anglican Church Army [armee de I'eglise anglicane], recite la priere d'ouverture. 1.0 Budgets d'exploitation et d'immobilisations et du reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts de 2008 Se reportant au rapport presente relatif au fonds d'administration de Saint John, Ie sommaire du projet de budgets d'exploitation et d'immobilisations 2008, et au rapport relatif au projet de budgets d'exploitation et d'immobilisations du reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts de Saint John 2008, Ie directeur general mentionne les divers projets d'immobilisations prevus au cours de la prochaine annee et au-dela et suggere que Ie taux d'impot demeure a 1,795 $ par tranche de 100 $ d'evaluation. II prevoit que Ie total des recettes et des depenses augmenta par 6,36 % done Ie budget municipal net devrait s'elever legerement au-dessus de 110 millions de dollars. M. Totten souligne la croissance eventuelle de la ville, I'attention que porte Ie conseil a I'heure actuelle sur Ie developpement des quartiers, les arts et les preoccupations des contribuables, et indique que ces recommandations sont presentees en consideration de ces questions. Le conseiller Farren souligne qu'il ne peut appuyer ce budget sans examiner les resultats du fonds de retraite puisque ceux-ci auront des incidences sur Ie budget de 2009. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que Ie total des fonds prevus au budget d'exploitation de The City of Saint John s'eleve a 19 166 653 $ pour I'annee 2008, tel que I'indique I'annexe presentee; A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que la somme approximative, devant etre prelevee sur I'evaluation des biens reels dans la ville assujettis a I'impot en vertu de la Loi sur /'evaluation pour I'an 2008, soit adoptee au montant de 90 624 562 $; A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court QUE Ie conseil communal ordonne et decrete Ie prelevement de 1,795 $ par tranche de 100 $ d'evaluation par Ie ministre de l'Environnement et des Gouvernements locaux sur les biens reels dans la ville assujettis a I'impot en vertu de la Loi sur I'evaluation; Appuyee par Ie conselller L;ourt RESOLU que Ie conseil communal approuve Ie budget d'immobilisations 2008 etabli au montant de 60 166 703 $ dont la somme financee par I'emission de debentures ne peut depasser 40 371 703 $, conformement a I'annexe << B )) presentee; A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que Ie conseil communal approuve I'ajout de cinq postes permanents au nombre deja etabli. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que Ie conseil communal approuve un ajustement au cout de la vie a I'echelle salariale des cadres professionnels au montant de 2 % en 2008. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Chase Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton RESOLU que Ie conseil charge Ie directeur general d'enqueter sur les autres fournisseurs de services municipaux et d'en faire Ie compte rendu devant Ie conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Se reportant a un rapport presente, M. Groody fait Ie point sur les budgets d'exploitation et d'immobilisations 2008 relatifs au reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts de Saint John. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie calcul des recettes prevues relatif au reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts pour I'annee 2008 au montant de 29 733 124 $ so it adopte conformement a I'annexe << A )) presentee; A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie calcul des depenses prevues relatif au reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts pour I'annee 2008 au montant de 29 733 124 $ so it adopte conformement a I'annexe << A )) presentee; A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote contre la proposition. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie budget d'immobilisations pour I'annee 2008 au montant de 45 135 000 $, tel qu'il est etabli a la liste des projets presentee a I'annexe << B )) so it approuve. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Le conseiller Farren vote 1.1 December 3, 2007 Common Council Minutes On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on December 3,2007, be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2. Approbation du proces-verbal 1.1 Proces-verbal de la seance du conseil communal tenue Ie 3 decembre 2007 Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie proces-verbal de la seance du conseil communal du 3 decembre 2007 soit approuve. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 3. Adoption of Agenda On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be approved, with the addition of Item 1.0, 2008 Operating and Capital Budgets and the Water & Sewage Utility; Item 13.0 Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees; the withdrawal of item 13.1 Planning Advisory Committee Recommending Rezoning 1010 Grandview Ave., and adding additional wording to the resolution of Item 5.15. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 3. Adoption de I'ordre du jour Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que I'ordre du jour de la presente seance so it adopte, moyennant I'ajout des points 1.0, budgets d'exploitation et d'immobilisations et du reseau d'aqueduc et d'egouts 2008, et 13.0 Rapport du Comite plenier- nominations pour sieger aux comites; Ie retrait du point 13.1 Recommandations du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme relatives au rezonage visant Ie 1010, avenue Grandview et I'adjonction du libelle supplementaire a la resolution inscrite au point 5.15. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest 4. Divulgations de conflits d'interets 5. Consent Agenda 5.1 That the letter from Eric Teed regarding the anniversary of the first New Brunswick Legislature be received for information. 5.2 That the request of Saint John Theatre Company for funding be referred to the City Manager. 5.3 That the letter from Cedar Hill-Greenwood Cemetery Co. regarding sidewalks be referred to the City Manager. 5.4 That the request of Fundy Bay Festival Inc. for funding be referred to the City Manager. areas be received for information. 5.7(a) That the letter from Local 771 IAFF Saint John Fire Fighters' Association naming Robert Davidson as its nominee for the arbitration of Employees' Grievance, be received for information. 5.7(b) That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council appoint William B. Goss as the employer's nominee to the board of arbitration respecting Local 771 Grievance FD 2007-01 Employees Denied Disability Pension. 5.8 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tender from Anisoft Group Inc. for the supply and installation of two new IBM AS400's Model 515 host systems and associated peripherals in the amount of $107,286. (plus tax), be accepted. 5.9 That as recommended by the City Manager, Contract 2007-41: Water Street Precinct - Saint Andrew's Park Enhancements be awarded to the tenderer, Castle Rock Construction Services Inc., at a negotiated tender price of $635,380. as calculated based on 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 tender submitted by Castle Rock Construction, in the amount of $141,000. for the supply of all necessary labour, materials, tools and equipment required to renovate the Clubhouse, Rockwood Park Golf Course be accepted. 5.11 That as recommended by the City Manager, the proposal submitted by Fundy Masonry Limited, in the amount of $91 ,000. plus HST for the re-pointing and miscellaneous exterior repairs to the Carnegie Building, be accepted. 5.12 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tenders of Dominion Refuse Collectors and Fero Waste & Recycling Inc. be accepted for the establishment of a supply agreement for the collection of residential solid waste in the zones identified in the tender document and for a period from January 1, 2008 through to June 30, 2008, with an option to extend, on a month to month basis for a maximum additional 6 month term, be accepted. 5.13 That as recommended by the City Manager, Council accept the insurance package offered by AON Reed Stenhouse Inc, and approve payments as follows: AON Reed Stenhouse Inc. $ 859,663 Consisting of Insurance Premiums of 814,663 Agreed Agency Fee of 45,000 Total $ 859,663 5.14 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council consent to the requested withdrawal of Sheri Israel's application to rezone the property at 298 Westmorland Road, and that the public hearing for this proposed re-zoning scheduled for Monday, January 7,2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, be cancelled. 5.15 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John acquire the fee simple interest in PID Number 37333 from Liu Yunqin under the terms and conditions contained in the Agreement of Purchase & Sale submitted with M&C 2007 - 386, provided however that the City's Legal Department will act for the City on closing. 5.16 That as recommended by the City Manager, 1. Common Council schedule the public hearings for the rezoning applications of Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc. on behalf of Ellerdale Investments Ltd. (230 Water Street/243 Prince William Street), and Plazacorp Property Holdings Inc. (917 Fairville Boulevard and adjacent City-owned land) for Monday, January 21,2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, and refer the applications to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation. 2. That Common Council authorize Plazacorp Property Holdings Inc. to apply for .______:___ _~J..I__ r..:.L. ________11____1 __1:_____.1...1.._ .1..1__ __________L_ _.I.. n.A~ r"'""_:.__:II_ r""\___I____.__1 portion of PID Number 55185706, identified on the submitted plan of subdivision as Parcel "B", to 051679 NB Inc. for $2,161. plus HST (if applicable) on or before February 29, 2008. 2. The City of Saint John prepare any subdivision plan required for conveyance purposes. 3. The Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign any documents required to finalize the transfer. 5.18 That as recommended by the City Manager, 1. The City of Saint John enter into a "Temporary Working Room Contract" Agreement with Emera Brunswick Pipeline Company Ltd. for PID Number 52548 in the form and upon the terms and conditions attached to the report (M&C # 2007-390). 2. The Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the Temporary Working Room Contracts. 5.19 That as recommended by the City Manager, 1. The City of Saint John enter into the "Permanent Access Agreement" with Emera Brunswick Pipeline Company Ltd. in the form and upon the terms and conditions as attached to the Report, M&C 2007-387, and further; 2. The Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the Permanent Access Agreement. 5.20 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the "Option for Easement" agreement and subsequently, the Easement Agreement with Emera Brunswick Pipeline Company Ltd. in the form and upon the terms and conditions attached to the report, M&C #2007-396, for property having PID Number 55188460, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the Option for Easement Agreement. 5.21 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John transfer title of parcels "C" and "D" as illustrated in the submitted documentation to East Point Inc. in exchange for the lands illustrated in the submitted documents marked, "A" and "B" being vested as a public street on condition that the easement approved by Council on October 23, 2006 be extended across these portions of parcel "D" as illustrated, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute all required documents and plans. 5.22 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council amend its resolution dated June 6,2007 contained in Report, M & C #2007-165, by extending the closing date for this transaction to occur on or before March 31, 2008; and if construction of a multi unit building, including the foundation for the dwelling, has not commenced within six months of the transfer of the property to Rehabitat Inc., the City has an option to repurchase the subject property within 90 days of the City giving written notice to the purchaser; that the repurchase of the said property shall be for $5,000. , and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign any necessary documents required to finalized this transaction. 5.23 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John acquire a 170 acre +/- portion of PID Number 350264 under the terms and conditions contained in the submitted Offer of Purchase and Sale from Susan Tremblay, and further that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute any plan or document required to effect the transfer. 5.24 That the letter from the History Class of Saint John High School regarding History Projects be referred to the City Manager. 5.25 That the letter from the Association Regionale de la Communaute francophone de Saint-Jean inc. Jeux de l'Acadie in Saint John for June 2010, be referred to the City Manager. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the recommendation set out for each consent agenda item respectively, be adopted. 5.1 RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Eric Teed relative a I'anniversaire de la premiere legislature du Nouveau-Brunswick soit acceptee a titre informatif. 5.2 RESOLU que la demande de financement presentee par la troupe de theatre Saint John Theatre Company soit transmise au directeur general. 5.3 RESOLU que la lettre reyue de Cedar Hill-Greenwood Cemetery Co. relative aux trottoirs so it transmise au directeur general. 5.4 RESOLU que la demande de financement presentee par Fundy Bay Festival Inc. so it transmise au directeur general. 5.5 RESOLU que la lettre reyue de F. McLaughlin relative au cimetiere Holy Cross so it transmise au directeur general. 5.6RESOLU que Ie rapport presente par Ie directeur general relatif a I'utilisation de freins Jacob dans les quartiers residentiels soit accepte a titre informatif. 5.7a) RESOLU que la lettre reyue de la section locale 771 (IAFF) de l'Association des pompiers de Saint John, nommant Robert Davidson comme candidat au poste d'arbitre pour juger les griefs deposes par les employes, soit acceptee a titre informatif. 5.7b) RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal nom me William B. Goss comme candidat propose par I'employeur pour sieger au conseil d'arbitrage en matiere du grief nO FD 2007-01 de la section locale 771 relativement aux employes pour lesquels les prestations d'invalidite ont ete refusees. 5.8 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la soumission presentee par Anisoft Group Inc. relative a I'approvisionnement et I'installation de deux nouveaux systemes hates AS400 de IBM, modele 515, et les peripheriques connexes, au montant de 107286 $ (taxes en sus) soit acceptee. 5.9 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie contrat nO 2007-41, ameliorations apportees a la rue Water et la zone environnante et au pare Saint Andrew's, so it accorde au soumissionnaire Castle Rock Construction Services Inc., au montant fixe a 635 380 $, etabli a partir de quantites estimatives, et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation contractuelle requise. 5.10 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la soumission presentee par I'entreprise Castle Rock Construction, au montant de 141 000 $, relativement a la fourniture de la totalite de la main-d'03uvre, du materiel, des outils et de I'equipement necessaires afin de renover Ie chalet du club de golf Rockwood Park, soit acceptee. 5.11 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la proposition presentee par Fundy Masonry Limited, au montant de 91 000 $, TVH en sus, relative au rejointoyage et aux divers travaux d'exterieur a I'immeuble Carnegie, soit acceptee. 5.12 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur regional, les soumissions presentees par Dominion Refuse Collectors et Fero Waste & Recycling Inc., soient acceptees en ce qui a trait a I'elaboration d'une convention d'approvisionnement visant la collecte de dechets soli des residentiels dans les zones determinees en vertu du document de soumission, pour une periode allant du 1er janvier 2008 au 30 juin 2008, incluant une option de prorogation mensuelle automatique d'une duree additionnelle maximale de six mois, so it acceptee. 5.13 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil accepte I'offre d'assurances proposee par AON Reed Stenhouse Inc., et approuve les paiements suivants : AON Reed Stenhouse Inc. 859 663 $ Comprenant les primes d'assurance de 814 663 $ I=r::lic: rl'::lnl'>nrl'> ~t::lhlic: il .11:\ nnn ~ autorise Ie retrait de la demande deposee par Sheri Israel visant a rezoner la propriete situee au 298, chemin Westmorland et qu'une audience publique relative au projet de rezonage fixe au lundi 7 janvier 2008 a 19 h dans la salle du conseil so it annulee. 5.15 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John acquiere I'interet en fief simple du terrain inscrit sous Ie NID 37333 appartenant a Liu Yunqin, sous reserve des conditions stipulees au contrat d'achat-vente joint au contrat MC 2007-386, pourvu cependant que Ie service juridique municipal agisse au nom de la Ville au moment de la cloture. 5.16 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, 1. Ie conseil communal fixe les audiences publiques relatives aux demandes de rezonage presentees par Hughes Surveys & Consultants Inc., au nom de Ellerdale Investments Ltd. (230, rue Water/243, rue Prince William) et Plazacorp Property Holdings Inc. (917, boulevard Fairville et les biens-fonds adjacents appartenant a la ville) au lundi 21 janvier 2008 a 19 h dans la salle du conseil et transmette les demandes au Comite consultatif d'urbanisme aux fins de rapport et de recommandations. 2. RESOLU que Ie conseil communal autorise Plazacorp Property Holdings Inc. a presenter une demande de rezonage des biens-fonds municipaux adjacents a la propriete situee au 917, boulevard Fairville, inscrite sous Ie NID 00427526 et une partie du NID 55107494, ainsi que I'ancienne allee Emco. 5.17 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, 1. The City of Saint John procede a la vente du fief simple absolu d'une partie des biens-fonds inscrits sous Ie NID 55185706 et delimites sur Ie plan de lotissement presente comme la parcelle << B >>, a 051679 NB Inc. pour la somme de 2 161 $ (taxes en sus, Ie cas echeant) au plus tard Ie 29 fevrier 2008; 2. The City of Saint John dresse tout plan de lotissement exige aux fins de transfert; 3. Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer toute documentation requise afin de conclure Ie transfert. 5.18 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, 1. The City of Saint John conclue un contrat provisoire flexible entre elle-meme et Emera Brunswick Pipeline Company Ltd., relativement aux biens-fonds inscrits sous Ie NID 52548 conformement aux modalites stipulees au rapport portant Ie nO M/C 2007- 390; 2. Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer tout contrat provisoire flexible. 5.19 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, 1. The City of Saint John conclue une convention d'acces permanent entre elle-meme et Emera Brunswick Pipeline Company Ltd., conformement aux modalites stipulees au rapport portant Ie nO M/C 2007-387); 2. Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la convention d'acces permanent. 5.20 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John conclue une convention d'option de servitude, et subsequemment la convention de servitude, entre elle-meme et Emera Brunswick Pipeline Company Ltd., conformement aux modalites stipulees en vertu du rapport nO MC 2007-396, relativement aux biens- fonds inscrits sous Ie NID 55188460 et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la convention d'option de servitude. 5.21 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John transfere Ie titre des parcelles << C >> et << D >> indiquees sur la documentation nr~C:l'>nt~1'> il I=::lc:t Pnint Inr I'>n rnntrl'>n::lrtil'> rll'>C: hil'>nc:_fnnrlc: inrlinll~C: C:llr l::l tout plan exige. 5.22 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal modifie la resolution datee du 6 juin 2007 incluse au rapport nO MC 2007-165, en prorogeant Ie delai de la date de cloture de cette transaction jusqu'au 31 mars 2008 au plus tard et si les travaux de construction d'un immeuble a logements multiples, y compris la fondation de cet immeuble, n'ont pas debute dans les six mois de la date de transfert des biens-fonds a Rehabitat Inc., la Ville sera accordee une option de rachat de ces biens-fonds pendant une periode de 90 jours de la date d'un avis donne par la Ville a I'acheteur, stipulant que Ie montant de rachat de la propriete est fixe a 5 000 $, et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer toute documentation exigee afin de conclure cette transaction. 5.23 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John acquiere une partie des biens-fonds inscrits sous Ie NID 350264 d'une superficie approximative de 170 acres, sous reserve des modalites stipulees en vertu de I'offre d'achat-vente presentee par Susan Tremblay et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer tout plan ou document exige afin de conclure Ie transfert. 5.24 RESOLU que la lettre reyue des eleves du cours d'histoire de I'ecole Saint John High School relative aux projets portant sur I'histoire, so it transmise au directeur general. 5.25 RESOLU que la lettre reyue de l'Association regionale de la communaute francophone de Saint-Jean inc. - Jeux de l'Acadie a Saint John en juin 2010, so it transmise au directeur general. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton RESOLU que les recommandations formulees relativement a chacun des points de la section Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil soient adoptees. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6. Members Comments 6. Commentaires presentes par les membres 7. Proclamation 7. Proclamation 8. Delegations/Presentations 8.1 Crescent Valley Renew our Community Group Referring to a submitted report and electronic slide presentation, Barb Dickison, Juanita Black, Marlee Comeau, of the Crescent Valley Renew our Community Group, Ann McLeod of the Resource Centre, and Doreen McCullough, a long time area resident, reviewed the progress recently made in the Crescent Valley area. They presented plans for future enhancement of the area and requested Council's assistance in funding a Coordinator for the Resource Centre. 8. Delegations et presentations 8.1 Crescent Valley Renew our Community Group [renouvellement de notre groupe communautaire Crescent Valley] Se reportant a un rapport et a une presentation electronique de diapositives, Barb Dickison, Juanita Black, Marlee Comeau, du groupe Crescent Valley Renew our Community Group, Ann McLeod du centre de ressources et Doreen McCullough, une citoyenne de la region de longue date, ont fait Ie survol des progres realises recemment dans la region de Crescent Valley. lis presentent des projets d'amelioration pour I'avenir de la region et demandent I'aide du conseil pour financer un poste de coordinateur au centre de ressources. 9. Audiences publiques 10. Consideration of By-laws 10.1 Public Presentation Heather Way, Grandview Avenue & Wyatt Crescent A Public Presentation was given for a proposed amendment to the Saint John East Development Scheme by removing from the Scheme a parcel of land with an area of approximately 20 hectares, located on both sides of Heather Way, between Grandview Avenue and Wyatt Crescent, also identified as being PID Numbers 00456640,00456657, 00456665, 55124341 and 55124358, together with the Local Common located adjacent to PID Numbers 00456640, 00456657 and 00456665 to permit the rezoning of the subject area to undertake a conventional residential subdivision development as requested by Harold Coughlan. 10.2 Public Presentation 117 Carleton Street A Public Presentation was given for a proposed amendment to the Municipal Development Plan which would re-designate on Schedule 2-A and 2-C, the Future Land Use Plan, a parcel of land with an area of approximately 426 square metres, located at 117 Carleton Street, also identified as being PID Number 00037598 from Medium Density Residential to Approved Commercial Development classification to permit the establishment of a business office within the existing building as requested by 603887 NB Ltd. 10.3 Public Presentation 10 St. James Street A Public Presentation was given for a proposed amendment to the Municipal Development Plan which would re-designate on Schedule 2-A and 2-C, a parcel of land with an area of approximately 590 square metres, located at 10 St. James Street, also identified as being PID Numbers 00001735 and 55061485 from Medium Density Residential to Approved Commercial Development classification to permit the establishment of a business office within the existing building as requested by Berthe Hatt. 10.4 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 243 Prince William Street and 230 Water Street On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment for 243 Prince William Street and 230 Water Street be referred to the Planning Advising Committee for a report and recommendation and the necessary advertising be authorized with a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, January 21, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10.5 Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment 475 City Line/Fort Dufferin On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment for 475 City Line/Fort Dufferin be referred to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and the necessary advertising be authorized with a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, January 21,2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 10. Etude des arretes municipaux 10.1 Presentation publique relative a la voie Heather, a I'avenue Grandview et au croissant Wyatt Ilnl'> nr~C:l'>nt::ltinn nllhlinlll'> I'>c:t rlnnn~1'> rl'>l::lti\ll'>ml'>nt ::lll nrnil'>t rll'> mnrlifir::ltinn rlll nl::ln communautaire adjacent au terrain inscrits sous les NID 00456640,00456657 et 00456665 afin de permettre Ie rezonage de ce terrain dans Ie but d'amenager un lotissement residentiel traditionnel a la demande de Harold Coughlan. 10.2 Presentation publique relative au 117, rue Carleton Une presentation publique est donnee relativement a la modification du plan d'amenagement municipal afin de faire passer la designation, aux annexes 2-A et 2-C du plan d'amenagement futur des terres, d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 117, rue Carlton, d'une superficie approximative de 426 metres carres, inscrite sous Ie NID 00037598, de zone residentielle a densite moyenne a zone d'amenagement commercial approuve, afin de permettre I'etablissement d'un bureau commercial a I'interieur de I'immeuble existant, a la demande de 603887 NB Ltd. 10.3 Presentation publique relative au 10, rue James Une presentation publique est donnee relativement au projet de modification du plan d'amenagement municipal afin de faire passer la designation, aux annexes 2-A et 2-C, d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie approximative de 590 metres carres, situee au 10, rue James, inscrite sous les NID 00001735 et 55061485, de zone residentielle a densite moyenne a zone d'amenagement commercial approuve, afin de permettre I'etablissement d'un bureau commercial a I'interieur de I'immeuble existant, a la demande de Berthe Hatt. 10.4 Projet de modification du plan municipal visant Ie 243, rue Prince William et Ie 230, rue Water Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie projet de modification du plan municipal relatif au 243, rue Prince William et au 230, rue Water, soit transmis au Comite consultatif d'urbanisme en vue de I'etablissement d'un rapport et de la presentation de recommandations, que la publication des avis exiges soit autorisee et qu'une audience publique soit fixee au lundi 21 janvier 2008, a 19 h, dans la salle du conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 10.5 Projet de modification du plan municipal visant Ie 475, chemin City Line a I'intersection du chemin Fort Dufferin Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que Ie projet de modification du plan municipal visant Ie 475, chemin City Line a I'intersection du chemin Fort Dufferin, so it transmis au Comite consultatif d'urbanisme en vue de I'etablissement d'un rapport et de la presentation de recommandations, que la publication des avis exiges soit autorisee et qu'une audience publique soit fixee au lundi 21 janvier 2008, a 19 h, dans la salle du conseil. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11. Submissions by Council Members 11.1 Snow Removal Program On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor Tait RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Titus regarding a snow removal program for Seniors, and Persons with Disabilities, be referred to the City Manager for consideration and possible recommendation. nlll'>c:tinn hl'>inn t::lKl'>n thl'> mntinn \AI::lC: r::lrril'>rl On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that Council endorse Deputy Mayor Hooton's participation as a committee member and liaison to Council for the upcoming Global Youth Service Day. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.3 Transit Service for Youth On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the letter from Deputy Mayor Hooton regarding teens accessing transportation from the Teen Resource Centre, be referred to Saint John Transit Commission. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.4 December 4' 2007 Parking Ban South Central Saint John On motion of Councillor Chang Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the letter from Councillor Chang regarding notification of Snow Bans be referred to the City Manager for a report back to Council in the New Year. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.1 Programme de deneigement Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller Tait RESOLU que la lettre presentee par Ie conseiller Titus relatif a un programme de deneigement pour beneficier aux alnes et aux personnes handicapees, soit transmise au directeur general aux fins d'examen et de recommandations eventuelles. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.2 Journee mondiale du service des jeunes Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que Ie conseil approuve la participation de la mairesse suppleante Hooton a titre de membre du comite et d'agent de liaison du conseil pour la prochaine Journee mondiale du service des jeunes. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.3 Transport en commun pour les jeunes Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que la lettre de la mairesse suppleante Hooton concernant I'acces au transport des adolescents en provenance du Centre de ressources pour adolescents soit transmise a la Commission de transport de Saint John. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.4 Interdiction de stationnement au centre-sud de Saint John datant du 4 decembre Proposition du conseiller Chang Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que la lettre du conseiller Chang relative a I'avis d'interdiction temporaire de stationnement so it transmise au directeur general aux fins de presentation d'un rapport au conseil au cours de la nouvelle annee. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers 12.1 (a) Prince Street - Traffic By-Law Amendment 12.1 (b) Traffic By-Law Amendment Prince Street On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the by-law entitled "A By-law to Amend a By-Law Respecting Traffic On Streets In The City of Saint John Made Under The Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973 and Amendments Thereto" amending "Schedule K" -Truck Routes by deleting Prince Street, between Ludlow Street and Lancaster Avenue, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend a By-Law Respecting Traffic on Streets In the City Of Saint John Made Under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973 and Amendments Thereto". RESOLVED that the by-law entitled "A By-law to Amend a By- Law Respecting Traffic On Streets In The City of Saint John Made Under The Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973 and Amendments Thereto" amending "Schedule K" -Truck Routes by deleting Prince Street, between Ludlow Street and Lancaster Avenue, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A By-law to Amend a By-Law Respecting Traffic on Streets In the City Of Saint John Made Under the Authority of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1973 and Amendments Thereto". 12. Affaires municipales evoquees par les fonctionnaires municipaux 12.1 a) Modification de I'arrete concernant la circulation visant la rue Prince 12.1 b) Modifications apportees a I'arrete concernant la circulation sur la rue Prince Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John >>, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >>, modifiant 1'<< annexe K ayant pour titre Itineraires pour camions par la suppression de la rue Prince, entre la rue Ludlow et I'avenue Lancaster, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >>. Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John >>, edicte en vertu de la Loi surles vehicules a moteur(1973) et modifications afferentes >>, modifiant 1'<< annexe K ayant pour titre Itineraires pour camions par la suppression de la rue Prince, entre la rue Ludlow et I'avenue Lancaster, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete modifiant I'arrete concernant la circulation dans les rues de The City of Saint John, edicte en vertu de la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et modifications afferentes >>. 13. Committee Reports 13.0 Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White Resolved that Council approve the following appointments: Saint John Board of Police Commissioners - to re-appoint Charlene Hayes for a term of three years ending January 11, 2011. Saint John Board of Police Commissioners - to re-appoint Councillor Court for the remainder of his term. Planning Advisory Committee - to appoint Gerald Lowe for a three year term ending January 1, 2011, and re-appoint Carl Killen and Terry Cornfield for three year terms ending January 1, 2011. year term ending December 17, 2010, and appoint Nancy Butler for a three year term ending December 17, 2010. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.1 Planning Advisory Committee Recommending Rezoning 1010 Grandview Ave Withdrawn. 13. Rapports deposes par les comites 13.0 Rapport du comite plenier relativement aux nominations pour sieger aux comites Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil procede aux nominations suivantes : Bureau des commissaires de la police de Saint John: Reconduction du mandat de Charlene Hayes pour une periode de trois ans se terminant Ie 11 janvier 2011. Bureau des commissaires de la police de Saint John: Reconduction du mandat du conseiller Court jusqu'a la fin de ses fonctions au conseil. Comite consultatif d'urbanisme : Nomination de Gerald Lowe pour une periode de trois ans se terminant Ie 1er janvier 2011 et reconduction des mandats de Carl Killen et de Terry Cornfield pour une periode de trois ans se terminant Ie 1er janvier 2011. Theatre Imperial: Nomination de Matthew Lamont pour une periode de trois ans se terminant Ie 17 decembre 2010. Comite sur I'environnement de The City of Saint John: Reconduction du mandat de Christine Saumure pour une periode de trois ans se terminant Ie 17 decembre 2010 et nomination de Nancy Butler pour une periode de trois ans se terminant Ie 17 decembre 2010. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13.1 Comite consultatif d'urbanisme recommandant Ie rezonage du bien-fonds situe au 1010, avenue Grandview Point retire. 14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda 14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil 15. General Correspondence 15. Correspondance generale 16. Adjournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m. 16. Cloture de la seance Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 18 h 20. Mayor/maire present Mayor McFarlane, Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson and Titus - and - 1. Totten, City Manager; J. Nugent, City Solicitor; G. Yeomans, Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer; P. Woods, Deputy City Manager and Common Clerk, and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk. SEANCE EXTRAORDINAIRE DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN TENUE A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, LE 16 OCTOBRE 2007 A 16 H 10 Sont presents: Norman McFarlane, maire, la mairesse suppleante Hooton et les conseillers Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson and Titus - et- 1. Totten, directeur general; J. Nugent, avocat municipal; Greg Yeomans, commissaire aux finances et tresorier; P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; et E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe I 1. Call To Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order. 1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane. 2. Indemnification On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute an indemnification in favour of the Bank of Nova Scotia in connection with the depositing by the Bank to the credit of the City's account monies obtained from the unlawful negotiating of a cheque issued by The City of Saint John. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2 Indemnisation Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU QUE Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a conclure une convention d'indemnisation au profit de la Banque Scotia relativement au depot par la Banque au credit du compte no 1<:> \/illo no", ",,,n,,..,o,,, "htonllo'" ,:, 1<:> "" lito no 1<:> n6n",..i<:>ti"n illi,..ito n', In ,..henllo I 16. Adjournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 4: 15. 16. Cloture de la seance Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 18 h 20. Mayor/maire Common Clerk/greffier communal 8th Floor Boardroom, City Hall Present: Mayor McFarlane, Deputy Mayor Hooton and Councillors Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, and McGuire and J. Nugent, City Solicitor; G. Yeomans, Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer; P. Woods, Deputy City Manager and Common Clerk, and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk. SEANCE DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Le jeudi 13 decembre 2007 a 16 h 30 Salle de conference du 8e etage, hotel de ville Sont presents: Norman McFarlane, maire Ie maire suppleant Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, et McGuire et J. Nugent, avocat municipal; G. Yeomans, commissaire aux finances et tresorier;P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe. 1. Call To Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order. 1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane. 2. Special Meeting - Litigation/Potential Litigation On motion of Councillor Court Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the public be excluded from the Legal Session meeting for the duration of the discussion on the following matter(s): Legal Opinion 10.2(4)(f). Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2. Seance extraordinaire relative a une question litigieuse Proposition du conseiller Court Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU qu'une seance juridique so it convoquee et que Ie public en soit exclus afin de traiter d'une affaire litigieuse. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Mayor/maire The City of Saint John J, I ~ January 7, 2008 His Worship Norm McFarlane and Councillors Your Worship and Councillors, Re: Revised Minutes - Common Council Meeting of October 22, 2007 At the November 5, 2007 meeting, Council approved the minutes of October 22, 2007 Council meeting. The minutes were a working copy/draft, and were inadvertently submitted. Attached is the working copydraft pointing out the discrepancies as well as the revised, correct version. Recommendation: that Council move to amend the minutes of the October 22, 2007 Council meeting which minutes were adopted by resolution of Council adopted at the November 5,2007 meeting, by: 1. adding the following as item 13.0 "13.0 Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Council make the following appointments: Saint John Free Public library: Nicholas Barfoot and Suzanne Ball re-appointed for a 3 year term ending October 22, 2010. Saint John Transit Commission: Lionel Bordage and Donna Reardon for a term of 3 years ending October 22,2010. Saint John Board of Police Commissioners: Amanda Masters for a term of 3 years ending October 22,2010. Saint John Development Corporation: Peter Asimakos and Brian Cunningham for a term of 3 years ending October 22,2010. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.0 Rapport du Comite Plenier Relativement aux Nominations pour Sieger aux Comites Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOlU que Ie conseil procede aux nominations suivantes: Nicholas Barfoot and Suzanne Ball soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la bibliothe'que pubtique de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. Lionel Bordage and Donna Reardon soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la Commission des transports de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. ~ SAINT JOHN ~ P.O. Box 1971 Saint john, NB Canada E2l4L1 I www.saintjohn.calc.p. 1971 Saint john, N.-B. Canada E2l4L1 Amanda Masters soit nommee pour sieger au conseil de la Commission de police de The City of Saint John Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. Peter Asimakos and Brian Cunningham soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la Corporation d'amenagement de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Oetobre, 2010. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. )>, and 2. Amending the October 22, 2007 minutes as indicated in the list submitted to Council from the Assistant Common Clerk by correspondence dated January 7, 2008. Sincerely, ...-y' ~I VI ~!~'7-/fC~ Elizabeth Gormley d Assistant Common Clerk Attachments Amendments to the October 22. 2007 Minutes of Common Council The discrepancies between the 'Working Draft' and the 'Final Revised Minutes' are noted below Discrepancv 1: Workine Draft: COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN CITY HALL - October 22, 2007 - P.M. Revised: COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN CITY HALL - OCTOBER 22, 2007 - 7:00 P.M. Discrepancv 2: Workine: Draft: 2. Approval of Minutes On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on October 22,2007, be approved. Revised: 2. Approval of Minutes On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOL VED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on October 9,2007, be approved. Discrepancy 3: Working Draft: 5.10 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tenders for the established of Revised: 5.10 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tenders for the establishment of Discrepancy 4: Workine Draft: 5.13 That, as recommended by the City Manager, Revised: 5.13 That as recommended by the City Manager, Discrepancv 5: Workine; Draft: 5.14 That, as recommended by the City Manager, the report, Drinking Water Quality - Disinfection By-Products - October Update, be received for information. Revised: 5.14 That as recommended by the City Manager, the submitted report, Drinking Water Quality - Disinfection By-Products - October Update, be received for information. Discrepancy 6: Workine Draft: 5.15 That Common Council schedule the public hearing for the Section 39 Amendment Revised: 5.15 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council schedule the public hearing for the Section 39 amendment application Discrepancv 7: Workine Draft: 5.16 That, as recommended by the City Manager, Revised: 5.16 That as recommended by the City Manager, Discrepancy 8: Workim~ Draft: 5.17 That, as recommended by the City Manager, Revised: 5.17 That as recommended by the City Manager, Discrepancy 9: Workin!! Draft: 9.3 Street Closing By-law Amendment Mill Street On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor White REBOl VED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M~23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John, be read a second time. Revised: 9.3 Street Closing By-law Amendment Mill Street On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law A to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John with regard to Mill Street, be read a second time. Discrepancy 10: Workin!! Draft: Missing Item 13.0 Committee Appointments Revised: (Added) 13.0 Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Council make the following appointments: Saint John Free Public Library: Nicholas Barfoot and Suzanne Ball re-appointed for a 3 year term ending October 22. 2010. Saint John Transit Commission: Lionel Bordage and Donna Reardon for a term of 3 years ending October 22, 2010. Saint John Board of Police Commissioners: Amanda Masters for a term of 3 years ending October 22, 2010. Saint John Development Corporation: Peter Asimakos and Brian Cunningham for a term of 3 years ending October 22, 2010. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.0 Rapport du Comite Plenier Relativement aux Nominations pour Sieger aux Comites Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil procede aux nominations suivantes: Nicholas Barfoot and Suzanne Ball soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la bibliotheque publique de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. Lionel Bordage and Donna Reardon soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la Commission des transports de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. Amanda Masters soit nommee pour sieger au consail de la Commission de police de The City of Saint John Saint John pour una duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. Peter Asimakos and Brian Cunningham soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la Corporation d'amenagement de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Respectfully Submitted; . -!'~n-l'~p Elizabeth Gormley Assistant Common Clerk January 7,2008 93- CON$EIL COMMUNAL ,2007 iuoRk jAJG Co Py / br. {J Fr COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN CITY HALL - October 22,2007 - 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; B. Cullinan, Solicitor; C. Graham, Comptroller; P. Graody, Commissioner of Municipal Operations; J. Baird, Commissioner of Planning and Development; W. Edwards, Commissioner of Buildings and Inspection Services; R. Simonds, Fire Chief, B Morrison, Commissioner of Leisure Services; P. Woods, Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk SEANCE DU CONS ElL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN A. L'HOTEL DE VILLE, Ie 22 octobre 2007 Sont presents : Norman McFarlane, maire la mairesse suppleante Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White et T. Totten, directeur general; B. Cullinan, avocat municipal; C. Graham, contr6leuse; P. Graedy, commissaire aux operations municipales; J. Baird, commissaire a I'urbanisme et au developpement; W. Edwards, commissaire aux services d'inspection et des batiments; R. Simonds, chef du service d'incendie, B Morrison, commissaire aux services des loisirs; P. Woods, greffier communal at diracteur general adjoint; ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe. 1. Ca II to Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and Rector Wally Corey of All Saints Anglican Church offered the opening prayer. 1, Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane et Ie pasteur Wally Corey, de I'eglise All Saints Anglican Church, offre la priere d'ouverture. 2. Approval of Minutes On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White REBOL VED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on October 22,2007, be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2. Approbation du proces-verbal Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie proces-verbal de la seance du conseil communal du 22 octobre 2007 soit apprauve. 93. CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 3. Adoption of Agenda + Committee Reports On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councilor White RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be approved, with the addition of item 13.0, Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 3. Adoption de I'ordre du jour et rapports des comites Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'ordre du jour de la presente reunion soit adopts, moyennant I'ajout du point 13.0, Rapport du Co mite plenier - nominations pour sieger aux comites. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest 4. Divulgations de conflits d'intEirets 5, Consent Agenda 5.1 That the letter from East Point Inc. requesting a street name change from Ashburn lake Road to Retail Drive, be referred to the City Manager. 5.2 That the submitted Saint John Police Force Operating Budget August YTD Results be received for Information. 5.3 That the letter from Darlene Richard to Appear Before Council be referred to the Clerk to Schedule when the Noise By-law Amendment is considered. 5.4 That the Notice of Special Meeting for October 26, 2007 to deal with an anticipated recommendation by the Pension Board be referred to the Clerk to schedule. 5.5 That the request of the Saint John Development Corporation to include all forms of transportation in the designfconstruction of One-Mile House Interchange, be referred to the City Manager 5.6 That the letter from Michael Burgess requesting to appear before Council be referred to the Clerk to schedule when the Noise By-law Amendment is considered. 5.7 That as recommended by the City Manager, the Public Hearing for the consideration of the passing of a By-law to Stop Up and Close in its entirety, a public street known as Emco lane, be set for Monday, November 19, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. 5.8 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council initiate the process to consider a Municipal Plan amendment for the Former Grain Elevator site, located at 243 Prince William Street, in anticipation of a rezoning application for a mixed commercial-residential development of the site. 5.9 1. That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the License Agreement with Bell Canada in the form and upon the terms and conditions attached to this report (M&C #2007-337) for the purpose of erecting and installing a building, equipment and antennae on PID 00335893 to improve the telecommunications services provided by Bell Canada to customers in Ihe area; and further 2. the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the License Agreement. 93- CON5EIL. COMMUNAL. ,2007 5.10 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tenders for the established of supply agreements for various chemicals used to treat the City's potable water supply be awarded to the lowest bidder in each case, as follows: Sodium Hypochlorite and Liquid Chlorine to Brenntag Canada Inc. and Hydrofluosillcic Acid to Min-Chem Canada. 5.11 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the attached license from Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. For the right to construct, maintain and operate a pedestrian trail with associated structures over the land designated Parcel Z, identified as being a portion of PID Number 369611, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign the license. 5.12 That, as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council: 1. Award Contract 2007-39 - Harbour Passage Phase V - Reversing Falls Lookout to Fairville Construction Ltd. at the Total Stipulated Lump Sum Price of $695,000. inclusive of HST, subject to satisfactory resolution of all land issues prior to December 12, 2007. such determination to be made jointly by the Commissioner of Leisure Services and the Commissioner of Planning and Development. (The contract shall be presented to Fairville Construction Ltd. for execution only if the land issues are resolved.) 2. Subject to the award of the above contract, approve the engagement of The Glenn Group, to (A) provide contract inspection and administration services for Harbour Passage Phase V Reversing Falls Lookout for the works specified and detailed in the tender documents to maximum value of $29,469., including HST, and (6) should the scope of the services change such that additional design, inspection and administration services are required, such additional work be paid at 10% of the value of the additional work. 5.13 That, as recommended by the City Manager. the proposal of ADI Limited for engineering services (design and construction management) for Cedar Point Sanitary Lift Station Upgrade be accepted and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the appropriate documentation in that regard. 5.14 That, as recommended by the City Manager, the report, Drinking Water Quality _ Disinfection By-Products - October Update, be received for information. 5.15 That Common Council schedule the public hearing for the Section 39 amendment application of 502413 N.S Ltd. (120 McDonald Street) for Monday, November 19, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. 5.16 That, as recommended by the City Manager, the tender submitted by Erb's Enterprises Ltd., in the amount of $275,000. for the supply of all necessary labour, materials, tools and equipment required to construct an addition to the Leisure Services Complex at 171 Adelaide Street, be accepted. 5.17 That, as recommended by the City Manager, the City Market Tower Space Optimization Study be received for information. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the recommendation set out for each consent agenda item respectively, be adopted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5. Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil 5.1 RESOLU que la leUre reltue de East Point Inc., relative au changemen1 de nom du chemin Ashbum Lake afin de Ie renommer promenade Retail, soit transmise au directeur general. 5.2 RESOLU que Ie budget de fonctionnement du corps de police de Saint John - Bilan financier jusqu'au mois d'aoOt, soit accepte a titre informatif. 5.3 RESOLU que la demande revue de Darlene Richard voulant que lui soit accordee la permission de se presenter devant Ie conseil soit transmise au greffier pour 93. CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 qu'une date soit fixee relativement a I'examen de la modification de l'Arrflte concernant la prevention de bruit excessif dans The City of Saint John. 5.4 Rt:SOLU que I'avis de convocation d'une seance extraordinaire prevue Ie 26 octobre 2007 dans Ie but de traiter les recommandations eventuelles formuh3es par Ie conseil de retraite soit transmis au greffier communal pour qu'une date soit fixee. 5.5 RESOLU que la demande presentee par la Saint John Development Corporation voulant que tous les modes de transport soient pris en consideration lors de la conception et de la construction de I'echangeur de One-Mile House, soit transmise au directeur general. 5.6 RESOLU que la demande reyue de Michael Burgess voulant que lui soit accordee la permission de se presenter devant Ie conseil soit lransmise au greffier communal pour qu'une date soit fixee relalivement a I'examen de la modification de l'Arrete concemant la prevention de bruit excess if dans The City of Saint John. 5.7 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeurglmeral, I'audience publique relative a I'examen de I'adoption d'un arrete visant a fermer et a barrer integralement la rue publique connue sous Ie nom d'alh3e Emco, soit tenue Ie lundi 19 novembre 2007, a 19 h, dans la salle du conseil. 5.8 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal entame Ie processus d'examen d'une modification du plan municipal en ce qui a trait a I'emplacement de I'ancien ellwateur a grain situe au 243, rue Prince William, en prevision de la demande de rezonage concernant un proJet de developpement commercial et residentiel. 5.9 1. RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John signe un contrat de licence avec Bell Canada conformement a la forme et aux conditions stipulees au present rapport (MC 2007-337) aux fins de la construction d'un immeuble et de I'installation d'equipement et d'une antenna sur Ie terrain inscrit sous Ie NID 00335893 dans Ie but d'ameliorer les services de telecommunications fournis par Bell Canada aux clients de la region; 2. at que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient auto rises a signer led it contral. 5.10 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general. les contrats relatifs a la fourniture des divers produits chimiques utilises aux fins de traitement de I'eau potable municipale soient accordes au soumissionnaire Ie moins-disant dans chaque cas, comme suit: que Ie contrat relatif a I'hypochlorite de sodium et au chlore liquide soit accords a Brenntag Canada Inc. et que Ie contrat relatif a I'acids hydrofluosilicique soit accorde a Min-chem Canada. 5.11 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John conclue I'entente ci-jointe avec Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. visant Ie droit de construire, d'entretenir at d'exploiter un sentier pedestre, ainsi que toute construction connexe, sur Ie terrain designe comme la parcelle Z inscrite sous une partie du NID 369611 et que Ie maire at Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer I'entente. 5.12 RESOLU Que, comme Ie recommande Ie direcleur general, Ie conseil communal: 1. accorde Ie contrat nO 2007-39 relatif a la phase V du passage du port - belvedere des Chutes reversibles, a Fairville Construction ltd., au montant integral stipule de 695 000 $, TVH incluse, sous reserve d'une resolution satisfaisante de tous les problemes lies au terrain, comme I'auront determine Ie commissaire des Services des loisirs et Ie commissa ire a I'urbanisme et au developpement, au plus tard Ie 12 decembre 2007. (Le contrat ne sera presente a Fairville Construction Ltd. aux fins de signature que lorsque les problemes lies au terrains seront resolus.) 2. Sous reserve de I'octroi du contrat susmentionne, approuve I'engagement de The Glenn Group pour (A) assurer les services d'inspection et de gestion de la phase V du projet de belvedere des Chutes reversibles au Passage du port visant les travaux precises en detail dans la soumission, jusqu'a concurrence de la somma de 29 469 $, la TVH incluse; (8) si I'etendue des services devait etre modifiee afin d'inclure des services de conception, d'inspection et de gestion supplementaires, une somma egate a 10 % de 93. CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 la valeur des travaux supplementaires sera payee pour I'execution des travaux. 5.13 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la proposition presentee par ADI Limited, relative aux services d'ingenierie (gestion de la conception at de la construction) pour Ie projat de modemisation de la station de relevement de Cedar Point, soit acceptee at que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation exigee a cet agard. 5.14 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur gimeral, la mise a jour d'octobre du rapport intitule << Qualite de I'eau potable - Sous-produits de des infection, soit acceptee a titre informatif. 5.15 RESOLU que Ie conseil communal fixe la date d'une audience publique relative a la demande de modification des conditions prevues a I'article 39 presentee par 502413 N,-B. Ltd., (120, rue McDonald), au lundi 19 novembre 2007 a 19 h dans la salle du conseil. 5.16 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeurgeneral, la sou mission presentee par Em's Enterprises Ltd., au montant de 275 000 $, relativemant a l'approvisionnement de la total ita de la main-d'CEuvre, du materiel, des outils et de I'equipement necessaires afin de oonstruire un ajout au complexe des loisirs situe au 171, rue Adelaide, soit acceptee. 5.17 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeurgeneral, I'etude sur I'optimisation des etals de la tour du marche municipal, soit acceptee a titre informatif. Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que les recommandations visant chaque point de la section Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil soient adoptees. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6. Members Comments Council members commanted on various community events. 6. Commentaires presentes par le5 membres Les membres du conseil s'expriment sur diverses activites communautaires. 7. Proclamation 7.1 Proclamation Safe Crossing Week The Mayor proclaimed October 22-28,2007 Safe Crossing Week in the City of Saint John. 7. Proclamation 7.1 Proclamation de la semalne Traversez: en securite Le maire declare la semaine du 22 au 28 mai 2007, semaine Traversez en securite dans The City of Saint John. 9. Public Hearings 9.1(a) Proposed Zoning by-law Amendment 170 St. John Street 9,l(b) PlannIng Advisory Committee Report The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 17051. John Street, having an area of approximately 460 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 00365312, 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential to to permit a four family dwelling with no written objections received. Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its October 16, 2007 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in 1he staff recommendation, recommending that Common Council re-zone the above mentioned parcel of land located at 170 S1. John Street as described above with Section 39 conditions. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with Tim Harrigan advising that he is in agreement with staff recommendation. On motion of Councillor Chase 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 170 St. John Street from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential classification, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor 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 located at 170 S1. John Street from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential classification, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 9. Audiences publiques 9,1a) Projet de modification de l'Arrete de zonage visant Ie 170, rue St. John 9.1b) Rapport du Comitli consultatif d'urbanisme Le greffier communal affirme que les avis requis onl ate publies relativement au rezonage propose d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 170, rue S1. John, d'une superficie d'environ 460 metres carres, inscrite sous Ie NID 00365312, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales at bifamiliales << R-2 >> a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 >), dans Ie but de permettre une habitation a quatre logements, et qu'aucune objection ecrite n'a ete rec;:ue. Examen d'un rapport du Comile consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel de planification, etudie lors de la reunion du 16 octobre 2007, a laquelle Ie comite a decide de recommander I'approbation telle qu'elle est redigee dans la recommandation du personnel, et recommande que Ie conseil communal proeMe au rezonage de parcelle de terrain susmentionnees situees au 170, rue SI. John, telles qu'elles sont decrites ci-dessus, conformement aux conditions prevues a I'article 39, Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre Ie rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage et Tim Harrigan indique qu'i1 appuie les recommandations du personnel. Proposition du conseiller Chase Appuyee par Ie conseiller White 93- CONS ElL COMMUNAL .2007 RESOLU que I'arrete intitule <( arrete modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John >>, relalivement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 170, rue St. John, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << R-2 )) a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements << R-4 II, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, Ie proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule <( arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John II. Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( arrete modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John I), relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 170, rue St. John, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales <( R-2 >> a zone residentielle- habitations de quatre logements (< R-4 >>, fasse l'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A !'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intituh~ (( arrete madifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>. 9.2(a) Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment 1964 Loch Lomond Rd. 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 October 16, 2007 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff recommendation, recommending that Common Council re-zone the above mentioned parcels of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road by adding to the list of zones in Section 30(1), and adding to Section 740(24), and by re.zoning the same parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lamond Road also identified a being PID ;Numbers 00329003 and 55098826 from "RS.2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "8Z-24" Special Zone #24 as requested by Loch Lomond Veterinary Hospital, to permit upgrading of the existing veterinary hospital as well as the possible conversion of the existing dwelling to professional offices, with a leller of objection. Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning Staffs report considered at its October 16, 2007 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff recommendation, recommending that Common Council re-zone the above mentioned parcels of land located at 1964 Loch Lamond Road as described above, with Section 39 conditions. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with no one presenting. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road adding to the list of zones in Section 30(1). adding to Section 740(24), and by re-zoning the same parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lamond Road also identified as being PID Numbers 00329003 and 55098826 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "Sl-24" Special lone #24 classification, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road adding to the list of zones in Section 30(1}, adding to Section 740(24}, and by re-zoning the same parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road also identified as being PID Numbers 00329003 and 55098826 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "SZ-24" Special Zone #24 classification, be read a second Ume. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by tille, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 9.2a) Projet de modification de l'Arrete de zonage visant Ie 1964, chemin Loch Lomond 9.2b) Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Examen du rapport presente par Ie Camite consultatif d'urbanisme accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel du service d'urbanisme etudie lors de Ie seance du 16 octobre 2007 au cours de laquelle Ie comite a recommands. I'approbation, telle qU'elle est soulignee dans la recommandation du personnel, voulant que Ie conseil communal procMe au rezonage des parcelles de terrain situees au 1964, chemin loch Lomond, en les ajoutant a la liste des zones dressee au paragraphe 30(1), en les ajoutant au paragraphe 740(24), et en procedant au rezonage de la mame parcelle de terrain situa au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond inscrite sous les NID 00329003 et 55098826, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue- habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales (I RS-2 I) a zone speciale nO 24, a la demande de la c1inique veterinaire Loch Lomond, afin de permettre la modernisation de la clinique veterinaire existante et I'agencement eventuelle de I'habitation actuelle en bureaux professionnels, et une letire d'opposition a ete re~e. Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel de planification, etudie lors de la rtlunion du 16 oetobre 2007, a laquelle Ie comite a resolu de consentir a I'approbation du rapport, tel qu'il est redige dans la recommandation du personnel, et recommande que fe conseil communal procede au rezonage des parcelles de terrain susmentionnees situees au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond, telle qu'elles sont decrites ci-dessus, conformement aux conditions prevues a I'article 39. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre Ie rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a sa prononcer en faveur du rezonage, mals personne ne prend la pa role. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus R~SOLU que I'arrete intitule << arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John ll, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond, en I'ajoutant a la Iiste des zones dressee au paragraphe 30(1), en les ajoutant au paragraphe 740(24) et en procMant au rezonage de la meme parcelle de terrain situs au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond inscrite sous les NID 00329003 et 55098826, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 II a zone speciale nO 24, lasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )). Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << arrete modifiant 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John l>, modifian! Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1964, chemin Loch Lamond, en I'ajoutanl ala Iiste des zones dressee au paragraphe 30(1), en les ajoutant au paragraphe 740(24) et en procedant au rezonage de la m~me parcelle de terrain situe au 1964, chemin Loch Lamond in serite sous les NID 00329003 et 55098826, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residen!ielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales << RS-2 )) a zone speciale nO 24, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A l'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << arr~te modifiant l'Arrllte de zonage de The City of Saint John )). 9.3 Street Closing By-laW Amendment Mill Street The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to a proposed Slreet Closing By-law Amendment to stop up and close Mill Street with no written objections received. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the proposed Street Closing with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the proposed Street Closing with no one presenting. On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John with regard to Mill Street, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John." On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John." 9.3 Modification de "arrete sur la fermeture de routes visant la rue Mill Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet de modification de l'arrete sur la fermeture de routes en vue de fermer at de barrer la rue Mill. el qu'aucune opposition par ecrit n'a ete re<;:ue. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre la fermeture de la rue, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur de la fermeture de la rue, mais personne ne prend la parole. Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseillerWhite RJ::SOLU que I'arrete intitule {( Arrete n~ M-23 modifiant I'arrete concernant la fermeture et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John )) relativement a la rue Mill, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. 93. CONS ElL COMMUNAL ,2007 A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intiM~ <<Arrete nO M-23 modifiant I'arrete concernant la fermature et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller White R~SOLU que I'arr~te intiMa (< Arrete nO M-23 modifiant "arrete concernant la fermeture et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John>> fasse l'obJet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee, Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-23 modifiant I'arrete concemant la fermeture at Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John )). 10. Consideration of By-laws 10.1 (8) Plebiscite - Poll Declaration 10.1(b) Ward System of Election 10.1(c) Composition and the Election of Common Council By-law On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Common Council proceed with the first and second readings of the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council". Question being taken, the motion was carried. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council", be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council". On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council", be read a second time." Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council". 11. Etude des arretes municipaux 10.1 a) Referendum - Declaration d'elections 10.1 b) Systeme electoral par quartiers 10.1c) Arrete relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a 5a formation Proposition de la mairesse $uppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil communal procede aux premiere et deuxieme lectures de I'ar~te intitule (( arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation i). A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee, 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 Proposition de la mairesse suppleanle Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-31 relatif it I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation>> fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation >>c. Proposition de la mairesse supple-ante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseifler White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation )) fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO M-31 relatifa I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation l). 11. Submissions by Council Members 11.1 Strategies in Developing and Funding Infrastructure Projects (Councillor Chase) On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Chase RESOL VED that: 1. Council make arrangements for a teach-in on Public-Private Partnerships from experts that provide strategic advice on Canadian infrastructure, government and utilities. 2. Council undertake case studies of several private-public partnerships similar to infrastructure projects currently under consideration for Saint John. 3. a provincial/municipal delegation be organized to attend the Canadian Council of Private-Public Partnerships to be held in November, 2007. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11. Intervention des membre. du consell 11.1 Strategies relatives a la conception et au financement des projets d'infrastructure (conseiller Chase) Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Chase RESOLU que: 4. Ie conseil prevoie un atelier de formation sur les partenariats public-prive anima par des experts qui puissent donner des conseils strategiques sur I'infrastructure, les gouvernements et 185 services publics au Canada; 5. Ie conseil procede a I'etude de plusieurs cas de partenariats public-prive qui traitent des projets d'infrastructure semblables ell ceux envisages a I'heure actuelle a Saint John; 6. soit organisee une deh~galion provincialeJmunicipale pour assister a la seance du Conseil canadien pour les partenariats public-prive pravu en novembre 2007. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.2 Plans for Simms Corner (Councillor Chang) On motion of Councillor Chang Seconded by Councillor McGuire 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 RESOLVED that the City Manager De directed to report at the next meeting of Council, with an update on the current issues, progress and future plans for Simms Comer. Question oeing taken, the motion was carried. 11.2 Plans pour Ie coin Simms (conseiller Chang) Proposition du conseiller Chang Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que Ie directeur general soit charge, au COUTS de la prochaine seance du conseil, de presenter una mise a jour sur les preoccupations actuelles, les progres realises et les previsions dans Ie cadre du coin Simms. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.3 Water Conservation (Councillor Titus) On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the City Manager be directed to request Saint John Water to develop a plan for 'Water Guide for Houses Program" with recommendations and incentives for rate payers, Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.3 Conservation de ('eau (conseiller Titus) Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire R!::SOLU que Ie directeur general soit charge de demander aux responsables du reseau d'aqueduc d'!.3laborer un guide de conservation de I'eau a la malson compTenant des recommandations et des mesures incitatives adressees aux contribuables. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.4 UNBSJ Tucker Park (Councillor Titus) On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that Common Council communicate to the Premier the contents of the submitted letter from Councillor Titus relating to UNBSJ Tucker Park, and reaffirm its position that Council made Tucker ParK lands available for just one purpose: the establishment of a Saint John Campus of the University of New Brunswick. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.4 Pare Tucker - UNBSJ (conseiller Titus) Proposition de \a mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que Ie conseil communal transmette au premier ministre \a leUre presentee par Ie conseiller Titus relativement au parc Tucker it I'UNBSJ et expose sa position de nouveau voulant que Ie terrain qui camprend Ie pare Tucker ne soit utilise qu'a une seule fin, a sal/oir l'amenagement d'un campus de l'Universite du Nouveau-Brunswick a Saint John. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers 12.1 Motocross Track - Ocean Westway On motion of CouncHlor Farren 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the City Solicitor's report advising that if sufficient and satisfactory evidence is available, the use of the land on Ocean Westway as a motocross track is in contravention of the City's Zoning By-law, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 12. Affaires munlcipales evoquees par les fonctionnaires municipaux 12.1 Piste de moto-cross - Vole Ocean Ouest Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie rapport presente par I'avocat municipal, affirmant qu'on pourrait demontrer, a l'appui de preuves suffisantes, que I'utilisation des terres sur la voie d'acces Ocean Ouest com me piste de moto-cross contrevient a l'Arrete de zonage de la ville, soit accepte a titre informatif. A ('issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 12.2 Update Respecting a New Minimum Property Standards By-law On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Wh~e RESOL VED that the letter from the City Solicitor updating Council on a new Minimum Property Standards By-law, be received for information. Question being taken, the molion was carried. 12.2 Mise a jour relative au nouvel arrete sur les nonnes minlmales applicables aux biens-fonds Proposition de la mairesse supph~ante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseil1er White RESOLU que la lettre de mise a jour presentee au conseil par I'avocat municipal relative a un nouvel arr6te sur les normes applicables au bien-fonds, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13. Committee Reports 13.1 Cash In-lieu of Land for Public Purposes Hillcrest Lake Estates Subdivision (Phase 5) 290 Hillcrest Road On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that Common Council accept a cash in-lieu Land for Public Purpose dedication for the creation of proposed Lot 9 at 290 Hillcrest Road and assist to any necessary public utility easements for this subdivision. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 93- CONS ElL COMMUNAL .2007 13. Rapports deposes par les comites 13.1 Compensation monetalre contre I'affectation d'un terrain d'utilitEt publique pour Ie lotissement Hillcrest Lake Estates (phase 5) situs. au 290, chemin Hillcrest Proposition du conseillerWhite Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que Ie conseil communal accepte une compensation monetaire contre I'affectation d'un terrain d'utilite publique aux fins d'amenagement du lot 9 propose au 290, chemin Hillcrest et facilite I'etablissement de toute servitude necessaire aux services publics pour ce lotissement. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13.2 2100 Sandy Point Road Subdivision and Variances On motion of Councillor White SeCOnded by Councillor Court RESOL VED that Common Council 1. assent to one or more subdivision plans, in one or more phases for the proposed four unserviced lots at 2100 Sandy Point Road, and to any required municipal services or public utility easements. 2. assent to cash-in-lieu of a dedication of Land for Public Purposes equallo 6% of the market value of the land in the subdivision at the time of submission for approval of the subdivision plan. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.2 Lotissement et modifications visant Ie 2100, chemin Sandy Point Proposition du conseiller While Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que Ie conseil communal 3. autorise un au plusieurs plans de lotissement, sur une ou plusieurs phases, relativemenl aux quatre lots non amen ages proposes situes au 2100, chemin Sandy Point et toute servitude exigee aux fins des services municipaux ou d'utilite publique; 4. autorise une compensation moneta ire contra I'affectation du terrain d'utililll publique egale a 6 % de la valeur marchande du terrain inclus dans Ie lotis5ement au moment de la demande d'autorisation du plan de lotissement. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13.3 Cash in -Lieu of Land for Public Purposed Cornish and Bernard Subdivision 3336 Loch Lamond Road On motion of Depuly Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Common Council accept a cash in-lieu Land for Public Purpose dedication for the attached Cornish and Bernard Subdivision (Lots 06-01 & 06-02) at 3336 loch Lamond Road. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.3 Compensation monetaire contra I'affectation d'un terrain d'utilita publique pour Ie lotissement Cornish et Bernard situa au 3336, chemin Loch Lomond Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiHer White 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 RESOLU que Ie conseil communal accepte une compensation monetaire contre ['affection d'un terrain d'utilite publique pour Ie lotissement Cornish et Bemard (lots 06-01 et 06-02) situe au 3336, chemin Loch Lamond. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6. Delegations I Presentations 8.1 Mayor's Task Force Referring to a submitted presentation Daryl Wilson, Chair of the Mayor's Task Force on UNBSJ and NBCC advised that there is a revised report which was distributed and reviewed the 7 recommendations of the Task Force's report, and gave rationales behind each. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the report and recommendations submitted by the Mayor's Task Force on UNBSJ and NBCC be referred to the City Manager for follow-up and report back to Council, and investigation into previous studies on the economic impact of UNBSJ on the community, and that a copy of the Task Force report and any studies be sent to the Premier for consideration by his Task Force on Post Secondary Education. Question being taken, the motion was carried. (Councillor Titus withdrew from the meeting.) 8. Delegation et presentations 8.1 Groupe de travail du maire Se reportant a une presentation soumise, Daryl Wilson, president du groupe de travail du maire sur ['UNBSJ et Ie CCNB distribue Ie rapport revise, souligne les sept recommandations formulees dans Ie rapport du groupe de travail et Ie raisonnement a I'appui de chacune de celles-ci. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton RESOLU que Ie rapport et les recommandations presentees par Ie groupe de travail du maire dans Ie cadre de I'UNBSJ et du CCNS soient transmis au directeur general aux fins de suivi, de compte rendu devant Ie conseil at d'enqu~tes sur les etudes anterieures en matiere d'incidences economiques de l'UNBSJ sur la collectivite et qu'un exemplaire du rapport du groupe de travail et tout document de travail pertinent soient transmis au premier ministre aux fins d'etude par son groupe de travail sur I'education postsecondaire. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. (Le conseiller Titus quitte la reunion.) 8.2 River Road Community Alliance Referring to a submitted electronic slide presentation, Philip Lee, President of the River Road Community Alliance Inc. explained the purpose of the organization. He outlined the community's short term and long term needs and asked Council for funding, planning and representation in decision making. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the presentation from the River Road Community Alliance Inc. requesting assistance for the community as outlined in the submitted report, be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 93- CONS ElL COMMUNAL ,2007 8.2 Alliance communautaire du chemin River Se reportant a una presentation electronique soumisa, Philip Lee, president de l'Alliance communautaire du chemin River inc., explique les objectifs vises par I'organisme, Philip Lee enonce les basoins a court terme et a long terme de la collectivi1e at demande au conseil un financement, une planification at una representation dans Ie processus decisionnel. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que la presentation de l'Alliance communautaire du chemin River inc. sollicitant de I'aide pour la collectivite telle qu'elle est definie dans Ie rapport soumis, soit transmise au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda 14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil 15. General Correspondence 15. Correspondance generale 16. Adjournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. 16. Levee de seance Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 21 h 30. Mayorfmaire Assistan1 Common Clerklgreffiere communale 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN CITY HALL - OCTOBER 22, 2007 - 7:00 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; B. Cullinan, Solicitor; C. Graham, Comptroller; P. Groody, Commissioner of Municipal Operations; J. Baird, Commissioner of Planning and Development; W. Edwards, Commissioner of Buildings and Inspection Services; R. Simonds, Fire Chief, B Morrison, Commissioner of Leisure Services; P. Woods, Common Clerk and Deputy City Manager; and E. Gormley, Assistant Common Clerk SEANCE DU CONSEIL COMMUNAL DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN A L'HOTEL DE VILLE, Ie 22 OCTOBRE 19 h 2007 Sont presents: Norman McFarlane, maire la mairesse suppleante Hooton et les conseillers Chang, Chase, Court, Farren, Ferguson, McGuire, Tait, Titus et White et T. Totten, directeur general; B. Cullinan, avocat municipal; C. Graham, contri5leuse; P. Graody, commissaire aux operations municipales; J. Baird, commissaire a I'urbanisme et au developpement; W. Edwards, commissaire aux services d'inspection et des baUments; R. Simonds, chef du service d'incendie, B Morrison, commissaire aux services des loisirs; P. Woods, greffier communal et directeur general adjoint; ainsi que E. Gormley, greffiere communale adjointe. 1. Call to Order - Prayer Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and Rector Wally Corey of All Saints Anglican Church offered the opening prayer. 1. Ouverture de la seance, suivie de la priere La seance est ouverte par Ie maire McFarlane et Ie pasteur Wally Corey, de I'eglise All Saints Anglican Church, offre la priere d'ouverture. 2. Approval of Minutes On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of Common Council, held on October 9, 2007, be approved. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 2. Approbation du proces-verbal Proposition du conseilier Titus Appuyee par Ie conseilier White RESOLU que Ie proces-verbal de la seance du conseil communal du 9 octobre 2007 soit approuve. 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 3. Adoption of Agenda On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councilor White RESOLVED that the agenda of this meeting be approved, with the addition of item 13.0, Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 3. Adoption de I'ordre Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'ordre du Jour de la presente reunion so it adopte, moyennant I'ajout du point 13.0, Rapport du Comite plenier - nominations pour sieger aux comites. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest 4. Divulgations de conflits d'interets 5. Consent Agenda 5.1 That the letter from East Point Inc. requesting a street name change from Ashburn Lake Road to Retail Drive, be referred to the City Manager. 5.2 That the submitted Saint John Police Force Operating Budget August YTD Results be received for Information. 5.3 That the letter from Darlene Richard to Appear before Council be referred to the Clerk to Schedule when the Noise By-law Amendment is considered. 5.4 That the Notice of Special Meeting for October 26, 2007 to deal with an anticipated recommendation by the Pension Board be referred to the Clerk to schedule. 5.5 That the request of the Saint John Development Corporation to include all forms of transportation in the design/construction of One-Mile House Interchange, be referred to the City Manager. 5.6 That the letter from Michael Burgess requesting to appear before Council be referred to the Clerk to schedule when the Noise By-law Amendment is considered. 5.7 That as recommended by the City Manager, the Public Hearing for the consideration of the passing of a By-law to Stop Up and Close in its entirety, a public street known as Emco Lane, be set for Monday, November 19, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. 5.8 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council initiate the process to consider a Municipal Plan amendment for the Former Grain Elevator site, located at 243 Prince William Street, in anticipation of a rezoning application for a mixed commercial-residential development of the site. 5.9 That as recommended by the City Manager, 1. The City of Saint John enter into the License Agreement with Bell Canada in the form and upon the terms and conditions attached to the report, M&C #2007-337 for the purpose of erecting and installing a building, equipment and antennae on PID Number 00335893 to improve the telecommunications services provided by Bell Canada to customers in the area; and further 2. the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the License Agreement. 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 5.10 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tenders for the establishment of supply agreements for various chemicals used to treat the City's potable water supply be awarded to the lowest bidder in each case, as follows: Sodium Hypochlorite and Liquid Chlorine to Brenntag Canada Inc. and Hydrofluosilicic Acid to Min-Chem Canada. 5.11 That as recommended by the City Manager, The City of Saint John enter into the submitted license from Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. for the right to construct, maintain and operate a pedestrian trail with associated structures over the land designated Parcel Z, identified as being a portion of PID Number 369611, and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to sign the license. 5.12 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council: 1. Award Contract 2007-39 - Harbour Passage Phase V - Reversing Falls Lookout to Fairville Construction Ltd. at the total stipulated lump sum price of $695,000. inclusive of HST, subject to satisfactory resolution of all land issues prior to December 12,2007, such determination to be made jointly by the Commissioner of Leisure Services and the Commissioner of Planning and Development. (The contract shall be presented to Fairville Construction Ltd. for execution only if the land issues are resolved.) 2. Subject to the award of the above contract, approve the engagement of The Glenn Group, to (A) provide contract inspection and administration services for Harbour Passage Phase V Reversing Falls Lookout for the works specified and detailed in the tender documents to maximum value of $29,469., including HST, and (8) should the scope of the services change such that additional design, inspection and administration services are required, such additional work be paid at 10% of the value of the additional work. 5.13 That as recommended by the City Manager, the proposal of ADI Limited for engineering services (design and construction management) for Cedar Point Sanitary Lift Station Upgrade be accepted and that the Mayor and Common Clerk be authorized to execute the appropriate documentation in that regard. 5.14 That as recommended by the City Manager, the submitted report, Drinking Water Quality - Disinfection By-Products - October Update, be received for information. 5.15 That as recommended by the City Manager, Common Council schedule the public hearing for the Section 39 amendment application of 502413 N.S Ltd. (120 McDonald Street) for Monday, November 19,2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. 5.16 That as recommended by the City Manager, the tender submitted by Erb's Enterprises Ltd., in the amount of $275,000. for the supply of all necessary labour, materials, tools and equipment required to construct an addition to the Leisure Services Complex at 171 Adelaide Street, be accepted. 5.17 That as recommended by the City Manager, the City Market Tower Space Optimization Study be received for information. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the recommendation set out for each consent agenda item respectively, be adopted. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 5. Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil 5.1 RESOLU que la lettre re<;:ue de East Point Inc., relative au changement de nom du chemin Ashburn Lake afin de Ie renommer promenade Retail, soit transmise au directeur general. 5.2 RESOLU que Ie budget de fonctionnement du corps de police de Saint John - Bilan financier jusqu'au mois d'aoOt, so it accepte a titre informatif. 5.3 RESOLU que la demande re<;:ue de Darlene Richard voulant que lui so it 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 accordee la permission de se presenter devant Ie conseil soit transmise au greffier pour qu'une date so it fixee relativement a I'examen de la modification de l'Arrete concernant la prevention de bruit excessif dans The City of Saint John. 5.4 RESOLU que I'avis de convocation d'une seance extraordinaire prevue Ie 26 octobre 2007 dans Ie but de traiter les recommandations eventuelles formulees par Ie conseil de retraite soit transmis au greffier communal pour qu'une date so it fixee. 5.5 RESOLU que la demande presentee par la Saint John Development Corporation voulant que tous les modes de transport soient pris en consideration lors de la conception et de la construction de I'echangeur de One-Mile House, soit transmise au directeur general. 5.6 RESOLU que la demande rer;:ue de Michael Burgess voulant que lui so it accordee la permission de se presenter devant Ie conseil soit transmise au greffier communal pour qu'une date so it fixee relativement a I'examen de la modification de l'Arrete concernant la prevention de bruit excess if dans The City of Saint John. 5.7 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, I'audience publique relative a I'examen de I'adoption d'un arrete visant a fermer et a barrer integralement la rue publique connue sous Ie nom d'allee Emco, soit tenue Ie lundi 19 novembre 2007, a 19 h, dans la salle du conseil. 5.8 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal entame Ie processus d'examen d'une modification du plan municipal en ce qui a trait a I'emplacement de I'ancien elevateur a grain situe au 243, rue Prince William, en prevision de la demande de rezonage concernant un projet de developpement commercial et residentiel. 5.9 1. RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John signe un contrat de licence avec Bell Canada conformement a la forme et aux conditions stipulees au present rapport (MC 2007-337) aux fins de la construction d'un immeuble et de I'installation d'equipement et d'une antenne sur Ie terrain inscrit sous Ie NID 00335893 dans Ie but d'ameliorer les services de telecommunications fournis par Bell Canada aux clients de la region; 2. et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer led it contral. 5.10 RESOLU que, comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, les contrats relatifs a la fourniture des divers produits chimiques utilises aux fins de traitement de I'eau potable municipale soient accordes au soumissionnaire Ie moins-disant dans chaque cas, comme suit: que Ie contrat relatif a I'hypochlorite de sodium et au chlore Iiquide so it accorde a Brenntag Canada Inc. et que Ie contrat relatif a I'acide hydrofluosilicique soit accorde a Min-chem Canada. 5.11 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, The City of Saint John conclue I'entente ci-jointe avec Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. visant Ie droit de construire, d'entretenir et d'exploiter un sentier pedestre, ainsi que toute construction connexe, sur Ie terrain designe comme la parcel Ie Z inscrite sous une partie du NID 369611 et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer I'entente. 5.12 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, Ie conseil communal: 1. accorde Ie contrat nO 2007-39 relatif a la phase V du passage du port - belvedere des Chutes reversibles, a Fairville Construction Ltd., au montant integral stipule de 695 000 $. TVH incluse, sous reserve d'une resolution satisfaisan!e de tous les problemes lies au terrain, comme I'auron! determine Ie commissaire des Services des loisirs et Ie commissaire a I'urbanisme et au developpement, au plus tard Ie 12 decembre 2007. (Le contrat ne sera presente a Fairville Construction Ltd. aux fins de signature que lorsque les problemes lies au terrains seront resolus.) 2. Sous reserve de I'octroi du contra! susmentionne, approuve I'engagement de The Glenn Group pour (A) assurer les services d'inspection et de gestion de la phase V du projet de belvedere des Chutes reversibles au Passage du port visant les travaux precises en detail dans la soumission, jusqu'a concurrence de la somme de 29 469 $, la TVH incluse; (B) si I'etendue des services devait etre modifiee afin d'inclure des services 93- CONS ElL COMMUNAL ,2007 de conception, d'inspection et de gestion supplementaires, une somme egale a 10% de la valeur des travaux supph3mentaires sera payee pour I'execution des travaux. 5.13 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la proposition presentee par ADI Limited, relative aux services d'ingenierie (gestion de la conception et de la construction) pour Ie projet de modernisation de la station de relElVement de Cedar Point, soit acceptee et que Ie maire et Ie greffier communal soient autorises a signer la documentation exigee a cet agard. 5.14 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la mise a jour d'octobre du rapport intitule (( Qualite de I'eau potable - Sous-produits de desinfection, so it acceptee a titre informatif. 5.15 RESOLU que Ie conseil communal fixe la date d'une audience publique relative a la demande de modification des conditions prevues a I'article 39 presentee par 502413 N.-B. Ltd., (120, rue McDonald), au lundi 19 novembre 2007 a 19 h dans la salle du consei!. 5.16 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, la soumission presentee par Erb's Enterprises Ltd.. au montant de 275 000 $, relativement a I'approvisionnement de la totalite de la main-d'ceuvre, du materiel, des outils et de I'aquipement necessaires afin de construire un ajout au complexe des loisirs situe au 171, rue Adelaide, soit acceptee. 5.17 RESOLU que comme Ie recommande Ie directeur general, I'etude sur I'optimisation des etals de la tour du marche municipal, soit acceptee a titre informatif. Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que les recommandations visant chaque point de la section Questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil soient adoptees. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 6. Members Comments Council members commented on various community events. 6. Commentaires pn3sentes par les membres Les membres du conseil s'expriment sur diverses activites communautaires. 7. Proclamation 7.1 Proclamation Safe Crossing Week The Mayor proclaimed October 22-28, 2007 Safe Crossing Week in the City of Saint John. 7. Proclamation 7.1 Proclamation de la semaine Traversez en securite La maire declare la semaine du 22 au 28 mai 2007, semaine Traversez en securite dans The City of Saint John. 9. Public Hearings 9.1(a) Proposed Zoning by-law Amendment 170 St. John Street 9.1(b Planning Advisory Committee Report The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 170 SI. John Street, having an area of approximately 460 square metres, also identified as being PID Number 00365312, 93. CONSEIL COMMUNAL J 2007 from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential to permit a four family dwelling with no written objections received. Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning Staffs report considered al ils October 16, 2007 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff recommendation, recommending that Common Council re-zone the above mentioned parcel of land located at 170 St. John Street as described above with Section 39 conditions. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with Tim Harrigan advising that he is in agreement with staff recommendation. On motion of Councillor Chase 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 170 S1. John Street from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential classification, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor 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 located at 170 S1. John Street from "R-2" One and Two Family Residential to "R-4" Four Family Residential classification, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 9. Audiences publiques 9.1a) Projet de modification de l'Arrete de zonage visant Ie 170, rue 51. John 9.1 b) Rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Le greffier communal affirme que les avis requis ant ete publies relativement au rezonage propose d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 170, rue St. John, d'une superficie d'environ 460 metres carres, inscrite sous Ie NID 00365312, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales (( R-2 )> a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements (( R-4 )}, dans Ie but de permettre une habitation a quatre logements, et qu'aucune objection ecrite n'a ete reltue. Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel de planification, etudie lors de la reunion du 16 octobre 2007, a laquelle Ie comite a decide de recommander I'approbation telle qu'elle est redigee dans la recommandation du personnel, et recommande que Ie conseil communal procede au rezonage des parcelles de terrain susmentionnees situees au 170, rue S1. John, telles qu'elles sont decrites ci-dessus, conformement aux conditions prevues a I'article 39. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre Ie rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage et Tim Harrigan indique qu'il appuie les recommandations du personnel. Proposition du conseiller Chase Appuyee par Ie conseiller White 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( arrete modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John )), relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 170, rue SI. John, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales ({ R-2 )) a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logements (( R-4 )), fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule {( arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )). Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << arrete modifiant Ie zonage de The City of Saint John )), relativement au rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 170, rue St. John, afin de faire passer la classification s'y rapportant de zone residentielle - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales ({ R-2 )) a zone residentielle - habitations de quatre logemenls (( R-4 )), fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrele intitule << arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )}. 9.2(a} Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment 1964 Loch Lomond Rd. 9.2 (b) Planning Advisory Committee Report The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to the proposed re-zoning of a parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road, by adding to the list of zones in Seclion 30(1), adding to Section 740(24), and by re-zoning lhe same parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road also identified a being PID Numbers 00329003 and 55098826 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "SZ-24" Special Zone #24 as requested by Loch Lomond Veterinary Hospital, to permit upgrading of the existing veterinary hospital as well as the possible conversion of the existing dwelling to professional offices, with a letter of objection received. Consideration was also given to a report from the Planning Advisory Committee submitting a copy of Planning Staff's report considered at its October 16, 2007 meeting at which the Committee decided to recommend approval as set out in the staff recommendation, recommending that Common Council re-zone the above mentioned parcels of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road as described above, with Section 39 conditions. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the re-zoning with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the re-zoning with no one presenting. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John", re-zoning a parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road adding to the list of zones in Section 30(1), adding to Section 740(24). and by re-zoning the same parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lamond Road also identified as being PID Numbers 00329003 and 55098826 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "SZ-24" Special Zone #24 classification, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". On motion of Councillor White 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 Seconded by Councillor McGuire 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 1964 Loch Lomond Road adding to the list of zones in Section 30(1), adding to Section 740(24), and by re-zoning the same parcel of land located at 1964 Loch Lomond Road also identified as being PID Numbers 00329003 and 55098826 from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "SZ-24" Special Zone #24 classification, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by tille, the by-law entitled, "A Law to Amend the Zoning By-law of The City of Saint John". 9.2a) Projet de modification de l'Arrete de zonage visant Ie 1964, chemin Loch Lomond 9.2b) Comite consultatif d'urbanisme Le greffier communal affirme que les avis requis ont ete pubiies relativement au rezonage propose des parcelles de terrain situee au 1964 chemin Loch Lomond, d'une superficie d'environ 460 metres carres, inscrite sous Ie NID 00365312, afin de faire passer la Le que Ie conseil communal procede au rezonage des parcelles de terrain situees au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond, en les ajoutant ala liste des zones dressee au paragraphe 30(1), en les ajoutant au paragraphe 740(24), et en procedant au rezonage de la meme parcelle de terrain situe au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond inscrite sous les NID 00329003 et 55098826, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales (( RS-2 >> a zone speciale nO 24, a la demande de la clinique veterinaire Loch Lomond, afin de permettre la modernisation de la c1inique veterinaire existante et I'agencement eventuelle de I'habitation actuelle en bureaux professionnels, et une lettre d'opposition a ete re~ue. Examen d'un rapport du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, accompagne d'un exemplaire du rapport du personnel de planification, etudie lors de la reunion du 16 octobre 2007, a laquelle Ie comite a resolu de consentir a I'approbation du rapport, tel qu'il est redige dans la recommandation du personnel, et recommande que Ie conseil communal procede au rezonage des parcelles de terrain susmentionnees situees au 1964, chemin Loch Lamond, telle qu'elles sont decrites ci-dessus, conformement aux conditions prevues a I'article 39. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre Ie rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur du rezonage, mais personne ne prend la parole. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )>, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de terrain situee au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond, en I'ajoutant a la Iiste des zones dressee au paragraphe 30(1), en les ajoutant au paragraphe 740(24} et en procedant au rezonage de la meme parcelle de terrain situe au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond inscrite sous les NID 00329003 et 55098826, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales (( RS-2 )) a zone speciale nO 24, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John >>, modifiant Ie zonage d'une parcelle de 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 terrain situee au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond, en I'ajoutant a la liste des zones dressee au paragraphe 30(1), en les ajoutant au paragraphe 740(24) et en procedant au rezonage de la meme parcelle de terrain situe au 1964, chemin Loch Lomond inscrite sous les NID 00329003 et 55098826, afin de faire passer la classification de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales <( RS-2 }) a zone speciale nO 24, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule << arrete modifiant l'Arrete de zonage de The City of Saint John )). 9.3 Street Closing By-law Amendment Mill Street The Common Clerk advised that the necessary advertising was completed with regard to a proposed Street Closing By-law Amendment to stop up and close Mill Street with no written objections received. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak against the proposed Street Closing with no one presenting. The Mayor called for members of the public to speak in favour of the proposed Street Closing with no one presenting. On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John with regard to Mill Street, be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John." On motion of Councillor Farren Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law A to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John with regard to Mill Street, be read a second time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-23, A By-law to Amend a By-law Respecting the Stopping Up and Closing of Highways in the City of Saint John." 9.3 Modification de I'arrete sur la fermeture de routes visant la rue Mill Le greffier communal indique que les avis requis ont ete publies relativement au projet de modification de I'arrete sur la fermeture de routes en vue de fermer et de barrer la rue Mill, et qu'aucune opposition par ecrit n'a ete reyue. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer contre la fermeture de la rue, mais personne ne prend la parole. Le maire invite Ie public a se prononcer en faveur de la fermeture de la rue, mais personne ne prend la parole. Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que l'arfl9te intitule << Arrete nO M-23 modifiant I'arrete concernant la fermeture et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John }} relativement a la rue Mill, fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 93- CONS ElL COMMUNAL ,2007 Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-23 modifiant I'arrete concernant la fermeture et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John )). Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-23 modifiant I'arrete concernant la fermeture et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John )) relativement a la rue Mill, fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-23 modifiant I'arrete concernant la fermeture et Ie barrage de routes dans The City of Saint John )). 10. Consideration of By-laws 10.1 (a) Plebiscite - Poll Declaration 10.1(b) Ward System of Election 10.1(c) Composition and the Election of Common Council By-law On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Common Council proceed with the first and second readings of the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31 , A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council", Question being taken, the motion was carried. On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council", be read a first time. Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a first time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council". On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31 , A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council", be read a second time." Question being taken, the motion was carried. Read a second time by title, the by-law entitled, "By-law Number M-31, A By-law Relating to the Composition and the Election of the Common Council". 10. Etude des arretes municipaux 10.1a) Referendum - Declaration d'elections 10.1b) Systeme electoral par quartiers 10.1c) Arrete relatif it I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil communal procede aux premiere et deuxieme lectures de I'arrete intitule (( arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation )). A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule << Arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation >> fasse I'objet d'une premiere lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Premiere lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation >>. Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que I'arrete intitule<< Arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation >> fasse I'objet d'une deuxieme lecture. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. Deuxieme lecture par titre de I'arrete intitule (( Arrete nO M-31 relatif a I'election des membres du conseil communal et a sa formation )). 11. Submissions by Council Members 11.1 Strategies in Developing and Funding Infrastructure Projects (Councillor Chase) On motion of Councillor Chase Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that: 1. Council make arrangements for a teach-in on Public-Private Partnerships from experts that provide strategic advice on Canadian infrastructure, government and utilities. 2. Council undertake case studies of several private-public partnerships similar to infrastructure projects currently under consideration for Saint John. 3. a provincial/municipal delegation be organized to attend the Canadian Council of Private-Public Partnerships to be held in November, 2007. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11. Intervention des membres du conseil 11.1 Strategies relatives a la conception et au financement des projets d.infrastructure (conseiller Chase) Proposition du conseiller Chase Appuyee par la mairesse suppleante Hooton RESOLU que: 4. Ie conseil prevoie un atelier de formation sur les partenariats public-prive anime par des experts qui puissent donner des conseils strategiques sur I'infrastructure, les gouvernements et les services publics au Canada; 5. Ie conseil procede a I'etude de plusieurs cas de partenariats public-prive qui traitent des projets d'infrastructure semblables a ceux envisages a I'heure actuelle a Saint John; 6. so it organisee une delegation provinciale/municipale pour assister a la seance du Conseil canadien pour les partenariats public-prive prevu en novembre 2007. A l'is5ue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.2 Plans for Simms Corner (Councillor Chang) On motion of Councillor Chang Seconded by Councillor McGuire 93- CON5EIL COMMUNAL ,2007 RESOLVED that the City Manager be directed to report at the next meeting of Council, with an update on the current issues, progress and future plans for Simms Corner. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.2 Plans pour Ie coin Simms (conseiller Chang) Proposition du conseiller Chang Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que Ie directeur general soit charge, au cours de la prochaine seance du conseil, de presenter une mise a jour sur les preoccupations actuelles, les progres realises et les previsions dans Ie cadre du coin Simms. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.3 Water Conservation (Councillor Titus) On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the City Manager be directed to request Saint John Water to develop a plan for "Water Guide for Houses Program" with recommendations and incentives for rate payers. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.3 Conservation de I'eau (conseiller Titus) Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que Ie directeur general so it charge de demander aux responsables du reseau d'aqueduc d'elaborer un guide de conservation de I'eau a la maison comprenant des recommandations et des mesures incitatives adressees aux contribuables. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 11.4 UNBSJ Tucker Park (Councillor Titus) On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor Titus RESOLVED that Common Council communicate to the Premier the contents of the submitted letter from Councillor Titus relating to UNBSJ Tucker Park., and reaffirm its position that Council made Tucker Park lands available for just one purpose: the establishment of a Saint John Campus of the University of New Brunswick. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 11.4 Parc Tucker - UNBSJ (conseiller Titus) Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller Titus RESOLU que Ie conseil communal transmette au premier ministre la lettre presentee par Ie conseiller Titus relativement au parc Tucker a I'UNBSJ et expose sa position de nouveau voulant que Ie terrain qui comprend Ie parc Tucker ne soit utilise qu'a une seule fin, a savoir I'amenagement d'un campus de l'Universite du Nouveau-Brunswick a Saint John. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 12. Business Matters - Municipal Officers 12.1 Motocross Track - Ocean Westway On motion of Councillor Farren 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the City Solicitor's report advising that if sufficient and satisfactory evidence is available, the use of the land on Ocean Westway as a motocross track is in contravention of the City's Zoning By-law, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 12. Affaires municipales evoquees par les fonctionnaires municipaux 12.1 Piste de mota-cross - Voie Ocean Ouest Proposition du conseiller Farren Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie rapport presente par I'avocat municipal, affirmant qu'on pourrait demontrer, a I'appui de preuves suffisantes, que I'utilisation des terres sur la voie d'acces Ocean Ouest comme piste de moto-cross contrevient a l'Arrete de zonage de la ville, so it accepte a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 12.2 Update Respecting a New Minimum Property Standards By-law On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that the letter from the City Solicitor updating Council on a new Minimum Property Standards By-law, be received for information. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 12.2 Mise it jour relative au nouvel arrete sur les normes minimales applicables aux biens-fonds Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que la lettre de mise a jour presentee au conseil par I'avocat municipal relative a un nouvel arrete sur les normes applicables au bien-fonds, soit acceptee a titre informatif. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13. Committee Reports 13.0 Committee of the Whole Report - Appointments to Committees appointments: On motion of Councillor Ferguson Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Council make the following Saint John Free Public Library: Nicholas Barfoot and Suzanne Ball re-appointed for a 3 year term ending October 22,2010. Saint John Transit Commission: Lionel Bordage and Donna Reardon for a term of 3 years ending October 22,2010. Saint John Board of Police Commissioners: Amanda Masters for a term of 3 years ending October 22,2010. Saint John Development Corporation: Peter Asimakos and Brian Cunningham for a term of 3 years ending October 22, 2010. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 13. Rapports deposes par les comites 13.0 Rapport du Comite Plenier Relativement aux Nominations pour Sieger aux Comites Proposition du conseiller Ferguson Appuyee par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil procede aux nominations suivantes : Nicholas Barfoot and Suzanne Ball soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la bibliotheque publique de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre,2010. Lionel Bordage and Donna Reardon seient nemmes pour sieger au consell de la Commission des transports de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre,2010. Amanda Masters so it nommee pour sieger au consell de la Commission de police de The City of Saint John Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. Peter Asimakos and Brian Cunningham soient nommes pour sieger au conseil de la Corporation d'amenagement de Saint John pour une duree de trois ans se terminant Ie 22 Octobre, 2010. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13.1 Planning Advisory Committee - Cash in-lieu of Land for Public Purposes Hillcrest Lake Estates Subdivision On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Farren RESOLVED that Common Council accept a cash in-lieu Land for Public Purpose dedication for the creation of proposed Lot 9 at 290 Hillcrest Road and assent to any necessary public utility easements for this subdivision. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.1 Compensation monetaire contre I'affectation d'un terrain d'utilite publique pour Ie lotissement Hillcrest Lake Estates (phase 5) situe au 290, chemin Hillcrest Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Farren RESOLU que Ie conseil communal accepte une compensation monetaire contre I'affectation d'un terrain d'utilite publique aux fins d'amenagement du lot 9 propose au 290, chemin Hillcrest et autorise I'etablissement de toute servitude necessaire aux services publics pour ce lotissement. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13.2 Planning Advisory Committee - 2100 Sandy Point Road Subdivision and Variances On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor Court RESOLVED that Common Council 93. CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 1, assent to one or more subdivision plans, in one or more phases for the proposed four unserviced lots at 2100 Sandy Point Road, and to any required municipal services or public utility easements. 2. assent to cash-in-lieu of a dedication of Land for Public Purposes equal to 6% of the market value of the land in the subdivision at the time of submission for approval of the subdivision plan. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.2 Lotissement et modifications visant Ie 2100, chemin Sandy Point Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller Court RESOLU que Ie conseil communal 3. autorise un ou plusieurs plans de lotissement. sur une ou plusieurs phases, relativement aux quatre lots non amenages proposes situes au 2100, chemin Sandy Point et toute servitude exigee aux fins des services municipaux au d'utilite publique; 4. autorise une compensation monetaire contre I'affectation du terrain d'utilite publique egale a 6 % de la valeur marchande du terrain inclus dans Ie lotissement au moment de la demande d'autorisation du plan de lotissement. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 13.3 Planning Advisory Committee. Cash in Lieu of land for Public Purposes Cornish and Bernard Subdivision 3336 Loch Lomond Road On motion of Deputy Mayor Hooton Seconded by Councillor White RESOLVED that Common Council accept a cash in-lieu Land for Public Purpose dedication for the submitted Cornish and Bernard Subdivision (Lots 06-01 & 06-02) at 3336 loch Lomond Road. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 13.3 Compensation monetaire contre I'affectation d'un terrain d'utilite publique pour Ie lotissement Cornish et Bernard situ& au 3336, chemin Loch Lomond Proposition de la mairesse suppleante Hooton Appuyse par Ie conseiller White RESOLU que Ie conseil communal accepte une compensation monetaire contre I'affection d'un terrain d'utilite publique pour Ie lotissement Cornish et Bernard (lots 06-01 et 06-02) situs au 3336, chemin Loch Lomond. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 8. Delegations I Presentations 8.1 Mayor's Task Force UNBSJ and NBCC Referring to a submitted presentation Daryl Wilson, Chair of the Mayor's Task Force on UNBSJ and NBCC advised that there is a revised report which was distributed. He proceeded to review the 7 recommendations of the Task Force's report, and gave rationales behind each. On motion of Councillor Titus Seconded by Deputy Mayor Hooton RESOLVED that the report and recommendations submitted by the Mayor's Task Force on UNBSJ and NBCC be referred to the City Manager for follow-up and report back to Council, investigate previous studies on the economic impact of UNBSJ on the community, and that a copy of the Task Force report and any studies be sent to the Premier for consideration by his Task Force on Post Secondary Education. 93. CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 Question being taken, the motion was carried. (Councillor Titus withdrew from the meeting.) 8. Delegation at presentations 8.1 Groupe de travail du maire Se reportant a une presentation soumise, Daryl Wilson, president du groupe de travail du maire sur I'UNBSJ et Ie CCNB distribue Ie rapport revise, souligne les sept recommandations formulees dans Ie rapport du groupe de travail et Ie raisonnement a I'appui de chacune de celles-ci. Proposition du conseiller Titus Appuyee par la mairesse supplE~ante Hooton RESOLU que Ie rapport et les recommandations presentees par Ie groupe de travail du maire dans Ie cadre de I'UNBSJ et du CCNB soient transmis au directeur general aux fins de suivi, de compte rendu devant Ie conseil et d'enquetes sur les etudes anterieures en matiere d'incidences economiques de I'UNBSJ sur la collectivite et qu'un exemplaire du rapport du groupe de travail et tout document de travail pertinent soient transmis au premier ministre aux fins d'etude par son groupe de travail sur I'education postsecondaire. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. (Le conseiller Titus quille la reunion.) 8.2 River Road Community Alliance Referring to a submitted electronic slide presentation, Philip Lee, President of the River Road Community Alliance Inc. explained the purpose of the organization. He outlined the community's short term and long term needs and asked Council for funding, planning and representation in decision making. On motion of Councillor White Seconded by Councillor McGuire RESOLVED that the presentation from the River Road Community Alliance Inc. requesting assistance for the community as outlined in the submitted report, be referred to the City Manager. Question being taken, the motion was carried. 8.2 Alliance communautaire du chemin River Se reportant a une presentation electronique soumise, Philip Lee, president de l'Alliance communautaire du chemin River inc., explique les objectifs vises par I'organisme. Philip Lee enonce les besoins a court terme et a long terme de la collectivite et demande au conseil un financement, une planification et une representation dans Ie processus decisionnel. Proposition du conseiller White Appuyee par Ie conseiller McGuire RESOLU que la presentation de l'Alliance communautaire du chemin River inc. sollicitant de I'aide pour la collectivite telle qu'elle est definie dans Ie rapport soumis, soit transmise au directeur general. A I'issue du vote, la proposition est adoptee. 14. Consideration of Issues Separated from Consent Agenda 14. Etude des sujets ecartes des questions soumises a I'approbation du conseil 15. General Correspondence 93- CONSEIL COMMUNAL ,2007 15. Correspondance gimerale 16. Adjournment The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. 16. Levee de seance Le maire declare que la seance est levee a 21 h 30. Mayor/maire Common Clerk/greffier communal t ,( December 5, 2007 602 Westmorland Road Saint John, NB E2J 2H 1 Dear Your Worship Mayor McFarlane and City Councillors: I am writing this letter of concern regarding the new traffic lights on Rothesay Avenue near Ritchie's and Stirling's. I cannot understand why, when the light turns green for the traffic on Rothesay Avenue, it does not flash to allow for left turns into Ritchie's and onto Broadway Avenue. If you drive down Rothesay Avenue through the week at suppertime, you will see how busy it is at those lights. You may also witness an accident. I have not seen an accident there yet but I do believe this is a safety issue and that it won't be long before I see one. I have seen cars in front of me who try to beat the traffic and will turn left onto Broadway Avenue and I'm sure it won't be long before a car coming along the opposite way on the inside lane will collide with someone who is trying to turn. There are many houses in the Glen Falls, Forest Hills, and Golden Grove area and I believe many people use Broadway Avenue to go home so they do not have to deal with the traffic and traffic lights further down Rothesay Avenue and all along McAllister Drive. I am sure you are all aware of the new businesses which have opened and are continuing to be built in the East Saint John area which means more traffic on Rothesay Avenue. I live in Forest Hills and I welcome the new businesses, I would also welcome a safe drive home after work. I truly feel that this is a safety hazard. I was very happy when I saw the traffic lights were going to be installed and when they began working, I couldn't believe that there was no flashing green light. I am hoping that you will take my concerns seriously and consider changing the lights. If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact me at 696-4317 during the evening or 658-5307 during the day. Thank you for you attention to this matter. Yours truly, . ~ \fA.Q;\UI 'JenniferUPierce f~ '1 :;! rf-' 4273 Loch Lomond Rd. Saint John, N.B. E2N 1 C7 Dec. 5/07 Dear Mayor McFarlane and City Council: Enclosed please find a corrected, revised copy of my previous letter to you dated Dec. 3. At the City Council meeting on Dec. 3, I was concerned to hear that the city is considering a "public... private-partnership" for construction of two water filtration plants for the city. One reason given for the need for these plants was that THM (trihalomethane) levels in the current city water were too high. I, for one, would be willing to take the risk of a slightly higher cancer rate from elevated THM's in the water, rather than risk loss of municipal contro 1 of our water supply to a foreign company. City council a hundred years ago was able to mobilize city resources to construct the huge city waterworks that still supplies us with drinking water today. Surely today's city council can find a way to modernize the priceless system they constructed without losing control of it to a foreign company. Yours truly, I~ P. Tippett 4273 Loch Lomond Rd. Saint John, N.B., E2N Ie? Dec, 3/07 Dear Mayor McFarlane and City Council: As a lifelong city resident and taxpayer, I would like to express my opposition to any plan to privatize any part of the City's water and sewage treatment system, Private systems inevitably cost more than public systems, and, in my opinion, will not prove to be as safe or reliable. The first piped water supply systems in England in the 1800' s were private systems, but after many Londoners died in cholera epidemics caused by inferior water piped to homes from below London's sewer outfalls, public waterworks were constructed to provide everyone with safe water, and this has been the nonn in Canada as well for over a century, providing Canadian city dwellers with clean, safe drinking water. Saint John's Loch Lomond Lakes public water supply was constructed over a century ago by the people of Saint John, under the direction of Dr. White, providing the city with an adequate supply of clean, safe water that has continued to the present day. The construction of a public water supply put an end to epidemics of typhoid and cholera such as those that had killed so many of Saint John's early immigrants. I support the modernization of Saint John's water and sewage treatment systems, but not at the cost of losing public control over any part of those systems. If possible, I would like to meet with you to discuss my concerns. Yours truly, P. ~~ 696-3035) D8GB 00OO5fi Bn 00 HOUSING ALTERNATIVES INC. /". t~? 75 Adelaide Street, Saint John, N.B., E2K 1 W4 Tel: (506) 632-9393 · Fax: (506) 632-1785 December 12, 2007 Mayor Norm McFarlane and Members of Common Council, P. O. Box 1971, SaintJohn, NB ElL 4L1 Mayor McFarlane & Members of Common Council: Recently, Council purchased or offered to purchase a number of properties in the area north of Union Street. Some of this land or buildings will be superfluous to the needs of the requirements the police/justice complex. There may be development opportunities for the private and non-profit sector. In this particular neighbourhood, there is a mix of small business and residences, households that are low and middle income and buildings which are unique and less aesthetically appealing. In considering development proposals, we would ask Council to consider the need the City has to preserve and protect existing ncighbourhoods and, very importantly, the need to help replenish the stock of affordable housing. Non-profit developers such as Housing Alternatives Inc. and Saint John Non-Profit Housing Inc. exist to promote, preserve and develop non-profit housing for the citizens in need in Saint John. Please afford these groups the opportunity to develop a non-profit housing project for any surplus land or buildings in this area. ~With thanks, ;; - ift:lr' d eo . Lar.coy / President River Road Community Alliance, Inc. 311 Bay Crescent Drive Saint John, NB E2M 6Ml December 28, 2007 Mayor Norm McFarlane Members of Common Cormeil Office of the Common Clerk PO Box 1971 Saint John, NB E2L 4Ll Dear Mayor McFarlane and Councilors: On behalf of the River Road Commrmity Alliance, Inc. I would like to request a brief appearance at the January 21, 2008 meeting of the Saint John Common Council. The purpose of our short presentation would be to follow up on our October 22, 2007 presentation regarding the needs of our community along the Westfield Road-with specific reference to the fiscal year 2008. Sincerely yours, Ph~L ;(-fL( River Road Community Alliance, Inc. M & C - 2008-02 January 4, 2008 His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and Members of Common Council Your Worship and Councillors: SUBJECT: Acquisition PID 37549 & 37820 As Council is aware, The City of Saint John is attempting to secure a variety of land and buildings in and around the proposed Police/Justice Complex. Staff, with the approval of Council, has engaged the support of an outside firm to aid in the acquisition of several of the desired parcels. The attached Offer to Purchase, executed by the vendor, provides the City the opportunity to secure the fee simple interest in 76-78 Carleton and 29 Wellington Row. The agreed upon price of$475,000.00 is within the appraisal band of $425,000- $525,000. The closing date is not until November of2008 which will allow the congregation to transition into its new place of worship as well as allow the Museum to operate through the cruise ship season. The transfer will be concluded utilizing the staff of the City Solicitor's Office. RECOMMENDATION: That The City of Saint John acquires the fee simple interest in PID Nos. 37549 & 37820 from Congregation Shaarei-Zedek, Limited under the terms and conditions contained in the Agreement of Purchase & Sale attached to M&C 2008- XYX. Respectfully submitted, Jim R. Baird, MCIP Commissioner Planning and Development Terrance L. Totten, F.C.A. City Manager OFFER TO PURCHASE THIS OFFER TO PURCHASE made this 14th day of December, 2007. BETWEEN: INVESTMENT SECURITIES LIMITED, solely in its capacity as nominee for The City of Saint John (hereinafter called the "Purchaser") Of the First Part - and - CONGREGATION SHAAREI-ZEDEK, LIMITED, a body corporate, having an office in the City of Saint John, in the County of Saint John, in the Province of New Brunswick (hereinafter called the "Vendor") Of the Second Part WHEREAS the Vendor owns certain Lands and Premises located in the City of Saint John, in the County of Saint John, in the Province of New Brunswick, identified by Service New Brunswick as PID Numbers 37549 and 37820 and located at 76-78 Carleton Street and 29 Wellington Row (collectively, the "Property"); WITNESSETH: 1. Subject to the terms and conditions hereof, the Purchaser hereby offers to purchase the Property, including all appurtenances, from the Vendor for a purchase price of Four Hundred and Seventy-Five Thousand Dollars ($475,000.00) (the "Purchase Price") payable as follows: (a) the sum of Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00), payable upon receipt of the Common Council Approval set out in paragraph 6 below, by way of a cheque as a deposit (the "Deposit") to be held by the Vendor's solicitors, in trust, pursuant to the terms and conditions hereof and to be applied on account of the Purchase Price at the time of closing; and (b) the sum of Four Hundred and Fifty Thousand Dollars ($450,000.00), being the balance of the Purchase Price, by way of certified cheque on the Closing Date (as hereinafter defined) subject to the adjustments referred to in paragraph 5 hereof. 2. (a) This offer shall be open for acceptance by the Vendor until 4:00 o'clock in the afternoon (Saint John time) on December 17, 2007 and upon acceptance by the Vendor shall constitute a binding agreement of purchase and sale for the purchase and sale of the Property, subject to the terms and conditions herein contained. (b) Acceptance of this offer shall be effected by the delivery to the Purchaser's solicitor at the address specified in paragraph 15 hereof within the time specified above of a duplicate copy of this offer executed by the Vendor. 592114.1 - 2 - 3. If the sale is subject to Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), such tax shall be in addition to the Purchase Price. If this transaction is not subject to HST, the Vendor agrees to provide on or before closing, a certificate that the transaction is not subject to HST. 4. The closing of the transaction of the purchase and sale of the Property shall be held at the offices of the Vendor's solicitor at the hour of 2:00 p.m. (Saint Jolm time) on November 30, 2008 (the "Closing Date") or at such earlier time or date and time as the parties hereto or their respective solicitors shall mutually agree upon in writing. 5. The Purchase Price for the Property shall be paid at closing on the Closing Date, subject to usual adjustments, including but not limited to real property taxes and local improvement charges and shall be adjusted as of the Closing Date. The Deposit shall be credited to the Purchase Price. 6. Notwithstanding anything contained herein; (a) The obligation of the Vendor to complete the sale of the Property is conditional upon receiving the approval of the Congregation Shaarei-Zedek ("Congregation Approval") within thirty (30) days of the date of acceptance of this offer; and (b) The obligation of the Purchaser to complete the purchase of the Property is conditional upon receiving the approval of Common Council for The City of Saint John ("Common Council Approval") within thirty (30) days of receiving written notification of the Congregation Approval from the Vendor. If Congregation Approval or Common Council Approval is not received, this offer and agreement shall become null and void and the parties hereto waive, release and forever discharge each other with respect to any and all rights, claims and obligations arising with respect to or under this offer and agreement. 7. The Vendor shall be allowed Thirty (30) days from the date of Common Council Approval, as set out in paragraph 6 above, to investigate, at its own expense, the title of the Property and upon the expiration of that date, unless notice is received as herein provided, it shall be deemed to have accepted the title. If, prior to the expiration of Thirty (30) days, the Purchaser shall furnish the Vendor with any written objection to the title which the Vendor may be unable or unwilling to remove within fifteen (15) days from receipt thereof, the Purchaser may, notwithstanding any intermediate negotiations with respect thereto or attempt to remove any objection or comply with any regulation, cancel this agreement by notice to the Vendor and the Vendor shall not be liable for any loss or expense to which the Purchaser may have been put with the exception that the Vendor shall refund the Deposit without interest. 8. The Vendor shall forthwith deliver to the Purchaser, as may be in the possession of the Vendor or under the control of the Vendor, all survey plans, subdivision plans and title searches regarding the Property. 9. The title of the Property shall be good and free from all encumbrances except as to any registered restrictive covenants and municipal by-laws or other governmental enactments, providing they are complied with and which do not materially affect the marketability of the Property. - 3 - 10. The Vendor will discharge any outstanding mortgages, judgments or liens that are registered against the Property as at the closing on the Closing Date. 11. The Property shall remain at the risk of the Vendor until closing on the Closing Date. 12. The Vendor shall terminate all leases of the Property and vacant possession shall be given to the Purchaser at closing on the Closing Date. 13. The Vendor and/or the Congregation Shaarei-Zedek is permitted to remove, prior to the Closing Date, in addition to items of personal property, items that would normally be regarded as being affixed to the realty that would have significance or value to the Vendor and/or the Congregation Shaarei-Zedek including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, religious artifacts and interior plaques, wall hangings, pulpit structures, seating, kitchen appliances and any other items deemed to be of value, or of future use to the Vendor and/or the Congregation Shaarei-Zedek, in a replacement facility or facilities, or otherwise, all at their or its discretion. The removal of such items shall be at the expense of the Vendor and/or the Congregation Shaarei-Zedek and shall be without risk to the Purchaser. 14. The rights and benefits of the Purchaser herein and hereunder are assignable to The City of Saint John or its nominee. Upon such assignment, this offer and the agreement and all their provisions shall enure to the benefit of and be binding upon such assignee and Investment Securities Limited shall be released of any obligation pursuant to this offer and the agreement. 15. The Purchaser's solicitors are: The City Solicitor's Office The City of Saint John 8th Floor, City Hall 15 Market Square Saint John, NB E2L 4L1 Attention: Linda Farrell Telephone: 506-658-2860 Facsimile: 506-649-7939 The Vendor's solicitors are: Cox & Palmer One Germain Street, Suite 1500 Saint John, NB E2L 4V1 Attention: Franklin O. Leger Telephone: 506-632-8900 Facsimile: 506-632-8809 16. The Purchaser will pay the reasonable legal costs of the Vendor actually incurred in connection with the sale of the Property to the Purchaser to a maximum of One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500.00) for legal fees plus disbursements and taxes. 17. Time shall in all respects be of the essence hereof. 18. This offer and the agreement shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the Province of New Brunswick. - 4 - 19. This offer and the agreement and everything contained herein shall enure to the benefit of and be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns. IN WITNESS WHEREOF Investment Securities Limited has executed this offer to purchase as of the day and year first above written. ~--- INVESTMENT SE LIM)TED / ) Per: Per: "_, It. The Vendor accepts the above offer by executing this agreement this D-day of December, 2007. 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Change Zoning to I Modification du zonage a /.)tl5:T 4/cS'; - 2- and/or I ou o Text Amendment (indicate particulars Ot'l anllchment) f Modifica.tion due texte (indiqucz lcs details en annexe) OS/29/2007 13:29 1 PLANNING AND DEVELOP PAGE 63/03 .. Development Proposal I Proposition d'amenagtment o,,";p",o. of Proposoll Description del. ~r~oSI'lon .. w'\ _~\~-..\'L\-:='\~~LG:,. \?~~~ ~ \o~ ~ 6C~~'L ~":I-f'\J...L~~ C'\\ ~\S ~'Z\-e 6 ~,s 6\;\"~c.~ _!ih~~~('~ '-~~\.\ \oQ c\:2 ~ \r-.-o~~ ~~\~ ~\.k\.~I,~ Y"u mus, provide a .scaled sile plan that illustrates YCiurpyopo.ml. You may also provide phQtograph., bl~tkHng plans, elevalion drawings (me any other farm o/information. The sile plan 'm~st $how the dimensions o/the properly, the {ocalien of all buildings, driveways, parking areas, [(Jl'ldscnping and signs. It is important that the diSfance bl!'l11'eel1 the property boundary and bl./idmgs arl! shown. VOllS deve:.fourmr un plan du $ile Q N.he/l~ iIIustrant .'olre proposilion., VOliS pouvez e.galem~tltfourTIir des photographi,S, des plans de Mtirnelll, des dessins de plan d'ell:valion et tOllfe autre forme de renseignemeril Le plan au site dolt indiquer les dimensions de la propriettJ, /'emplacemenl de fa /OlaUM des btiriments, des aNdes, des airll!S de stationnemetll, des arnenagements pa)Jsagers et des pannearD. dtf. sjgn~/i$Qlion. II est important a'indjquer la distance entre lfJ,f limites de fa pl'opridte etle.~ bdtiments, Provide reasons why these amendments should be approved. ! Fournir les rliil;ons pOllr les quelles les modifications dcvraient etrc: approuveF.S. -'-~~_~,,\c G''\.~~''\l: ~~ '::r-s::..~\o~ ~~~ :~~ ~. _ ~'L~~ t>-- ~,,",L"'-I ~ ~~~ S;; .. ~ oS:: r\\~_:L-~\c~ \S '"~\~ Pr;,wlde any other information about your proposal that WQuld be helpful. I Fournir tOLlt alltrl': renseignement concernant votre proposition qui pomralt HTe IItile, .~ ~~~\=~~-~:~~~::~~~~~ts~. ~~_'-C,\\ ~<L S~'L e~ ~~'-~~n.\- \~ ~\~'^~ , '-'\. ~ Signature C1f Applicant,' Signature du dcmandeur Date o $400 Application Fee Enclosed! Ci-joint les frais de dcmande de 400 $ if Y01/ are nOllhe owner of thl! land in question please ha).'!! the own~r sign below. The signature of the QWfler aUThorizing this application to proceed is required for CC)1f.sideraUan by Common Council, Sf vaus n'itts pas Ie prcprMtaire du lerr(l;n en ~ue3tiQn, veuiller: oble17ir fa signature au propridtaire dans la parti!! ci-dessoU$. La .fignature du pNJprietaire. autorisorlt Ie Iraittment de fa presentll! dem(mde est requise pour que cette de 're soU examjnee por le cOl1sei/ communal. Signature ofOwnet (ifapplicabler-"~-"-,..~. - ,^^ , \ ~ \. J Signature du proprictaire (s'i! ya lieu) ~\ 'I ". '-J ~'" -'~"~j..:t..J~' _ Date CO c- ~ ~ o~t ( :"0, . 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PROPOSED ZONING BY -LAW AMENDMENT RE: 1010 GRAND VIEW AVENUE Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider amending The City of Saint John Zoning By-law at its regular meeting to be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, January 7,2008 at 7:00 p.m., by: Rezoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 2100 square metres, located at 10lD Grandview Avenue, also identified as being pm No, 00336206, from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business, as illustrated below. (INSERT MAP) REASON FOR CHANGE: To permit the development of a business office. 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. PROJET DE MODIFICATION DE L' ARRETE SUR LE ZONAGE OBJET: 1010, A VENUE GRANDVIEW Par les presentes, un avis public est donne par lequel Ie conseil communal de The City of Saint John indique son intention d'etudier la modification suivante a I 'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John, lars de la reunion ordinaire qui se tiendra dans la salle du conseille lundi 7 janvier 2008 fd9 h: Rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 2100 metres carn~s, situee au 1010, avenue Grandview, et portant Ie NID 00336206, de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales <<R8-2>> a zone commerciale generale << B-2 )>, comme Ie montre la carte ci-dessous. (lNSERER LA CARTE) RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: Permettre l'amenagement d'un bureau d'affaires. Toute personne interessee peut examiner Ie projet de modification au bureau du greffier communal ou au bureau de l'urbanisme et du developpement a l'hOtel de vil1e au 15, Market Square, Saint John, N.-B., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours feries. Written objections to the amendment may be sent Veuillez faire parvenir vas objections au projet de to the undersigned at City Hall. modification par ecrit it l'attention du soussigne a 1 'hOtel de ville. J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk 658-2862 J. Patrick Woods, Greffier communal 658-2862 PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT RE: 10to GRANDVIEW AVENUE Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider amending The City of Saint John Zoning By-law at its regular meeting to be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, January 7,2008 at 7:00 p.m., by: Rezoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 2100 square metres, located at 1010 Grandview Avenue, also identified as being PID No. 00336206, from "RS-r' One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business, as illustrated below. (INSERT MAP) REASON FOR CHANGE: To pennit the development of a business office. 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, IS Market Square, Saint John, N.R 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. J. Patrick Woods, Conunon Clerk 658-2862 PROJET DE MODIFICATION DE L' ARRETE SUR LE ZONAGE OBJET: 10to, AVENUE GRANDVIEW Par les presentes, un avis public est donne par lequel Ie conseil communal de The City of Saint John indique son intention d'etudier la modification suivante a l'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City of Saint John, lors de la reunion ordinaire qui se tiendra dans la salle du conseiIle lundi 7 janvier 2008 a 19 h : Rezonage d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 2100 metres carn~s, situee au 1010, avenue Grandview, et partant Ie NID 00336206, de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiUales ((RS~2)) a zone commerciale generale (< B-2 )), comme Ie montre la carte ci-dessous. (INSERER LA CARTE) RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: Pennettre l'amenagement d'un bureau d'affaires. Toute perSOIllle interessee peut examiner Ie projet de modification au bureau du greffier communal ou au bureau de l'urbanisme et du developpement a l'h6tel de ville au 15, Market Square, Saint John, N.-B., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du Iundi au vendredi, saufles jours feries. Veuillez faire parvenir vos objections au projet de modification par ecrit a l'attention du soussigne a 1 'hotel de ville. J. Patrick Woods, Greffier communal 658-2862 -z.~ City of Saint John INTERNAL INSERTION ORDER For City of Saint John use only: Bud etNumber: 11008014422010 De artment: Common Clerk's Office Account # 71206 Contact: J. Patrick Woods Phone: (506) 658-2862 Special Instructions (if any): Newspaper Insertion Dates (Check as applicable) (SJTJ= Saint John Telegraph Journal) .. SJT J City Information Ad Date(s): Tuesday, December 11, 2007 .. SJT J Independent Placement .. SJTJ Classifieds Date(s): Wednesday, January 2, 2008 Date(s): Information for Ad (Boldface anything you want Bold in Ad, Centre, Tab, etc.) Section Headline: o General Notice D Tender D Proposal [gI Public Notice Sub-Headline (if applicable): Text: INSERT ATTACHED Call to Action: J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk/Greffier communal Contact: -\ Telephone: (506) 658-2862 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P.ll0- 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: ARRETE NO C,P. 110- ARRETE MODIFIANT L' ARRETE SUR LE ZONAGE DE THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN Lors d'une reunion du conseil communal, The City of Saint Jolm a decrete ce qui suit: The Zoning By-law of The City of L'arrete sur Ie zonage de The City Saint Jolm enacted on the nineteenth day of of Saint Jolm, decrete Ie dix-neuf (19) December, A.D. 2005, is amended by: decembre 2005, est modifie par: 1 Amending Schedule "A", the Zoning Map of The City of Saint John, by re-zoning a parcel of land with an area of approximately 2100 square metres, located at 1010 Grandview Avenue, also identified as being PID No. 00336206, from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business - all as shown on the plan attached hereto and fonning 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. 2008 and signed by: 1 La modification de I'annexe <<A,>, Plan de zonage de The City of Saint John, permettant de modifier la designation d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d' environ 2100 metres carrc~s, situee au 1010, avenue Grandview, et port ant Ie NID 00336206, de zone residentielle de banlieue - habitations unifamiliales et bifamiliales <<RS-2>> a zone commerciale generale <<B- 2}} - toutes les modifications sont indiquees sur Ie plan ci-joint et font partie du present arrete. EN FOI DE QUaI, The City of Saint John a fait apposer son sceau communal sur Ie present arrete Ie 2008, avec les signatures suivantes : MayorlMaire Common Clerk/GreffIer communal First Reading Second Reading - Third Reading - Premiere lecture Deuxieme lecture Troisieme lecture December 12, 2007 Your Worship and Councillors: SUBJECT: Rezoning Application - 1010 Grandview Avenue On December 3,2007 Common Council referred the above matter to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation. The Committee considered the attached report at its December 11, 2007 meeting. Mr. Dennis McCarty, one of the directors of New Wave Electric Co. Ltd., appeared to speak on behalf of the application. Mr. McCarty indicated that he was in agreement with the recommendation made by staff, and offered some elaboration on the nature of the proposed office use. One letter of objection, signed by several neighbouring property owners, was received by the Committee and is attached. After discussing the application and site conditions, the Planning Advisory Committee adopted the revised recommendation as set out below: RECOMMENDATION: 1. That Common Council rezone a parcel of land located at 1010 Grandview Avenue, having an area of approximately 2,300 square metres (0.57 acres), also identified as being PID 336206, from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business. 2. That, pursuant to the provisions of Section 39 of the Community Planning Act, the proposed rezoning of 1010 Grandview Avenue be subject to the following conditions: a. the use of the site is restricted to a business office, dwelling unit, personal service shop or retail store within the proposed building and the use is not to include an electrical workshop; b. the developer must pave all parking areas, manoeuvring areas and driveways with asphalt; Planning Advisory Committee December 14,2007 Page 2 c. the developer must enclose all paved areas with continuous cast-in- place concrete curbs where deemed necessary by the Development Officer to protect the landscaping and facilitate proper drainage; d. the developer must provide adequate site drainage in accordance with a detailed drainage plan prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Chief City Engineer or his designate; e. the developer must landscape all areas of the site not occupied by buildings, driveways, walkways or parking areas. This landscaping must include a solid hedge of vegetation or a board- on-board privacy fence along both side lot lines extending back beyond the driveway, parking area and building; and f. the site shall not be developed except in accordance with detailed plans, prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, indicating the location of the building, driveway, parking and manoeuvring areas, signs, exterior lighting, landscaping and detailed elevation drawings of the proposed building. The approved plans must be attached to the application for building permits for this development and further, that upon rezoning of the property, the land and building or structure thereon must be developed and used in conformity with the proposal and conditions identified herein. 3. That Common Council withhold third reading of the proposed rezoning until such time as approval is received from the Department of Health for an on-site septic system, and a Watercourse and Wetland Alteration Permit, if required, is obtained from the Department of Environment. Respectfully submitted, Stephen Horgan Chairman SKH Attachments Project No. 07-446 DATE: DECEMBER 7,2007 TO: PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE FROM: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR: MEETING OF DECEMBER 11, 2007 Sarah Herring, MCIP Planner SUBJECT: Name of Applicant: New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. Name of Owner: New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. Location: 1010 Grandview Avenue PID: 336206 Municipal Plan: Low Density Residential Zoning: Current: "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential Proposed: "B-2" General Business Proposal: To construct and establish a business office for New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. Type of Application: Rezoning JURISDICTION OF COMMITTEE: The Community Planning Act authorizes the Planning Advisory Committee to give its views to Common Council concerning proposed rezoning applications. The Committee's recommendation will be considered by Common Council at a Public Hearing on Monday, December 17, 2007. New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. 1010 Grandview Avenue Page 2 December 7, 2007 STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO COMMITTEE: 1. That Common Council rezone a parcel ofland located at 1010 Grandview Avenue, having an area of approximately 2,300 square metres (0.57 acres), also identified as being PID 336206, from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business. 2. That, pursuant to the provisions of Section 39 of the Community Planning Act, the proposed rezoning of 1010 Grandview Avenue be subject to the following conditions: a. the use of the site is restricted to a business office, dwelling unit, personal service shop or retail store within the proposed building; b. the developer must pave all parking areas, manoeuvring areas and driveways with asphalt; c. the developer must enclose all paved areas with continuous cast-in-place concrete curbs where deemed necessary by the Development Officer to protect the landscaping and facilitate proper drainage; d. the developer must provide adequate site drainage in accordance with a detailed drainage plan prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Chief City Engineer or his designate; e. the developer must landscape all areas of the site not occupied by buildings, driveways, walkways or parking areas. This landscaping must include a solid hedge of vegetation or a board-on-board privacy fence along both side lot lines extending back beyond the driveway, parking area and building; and f. the site shall not be developed except in accordance with detailed plans, prepared by the developer and subject to the approval of the Development Officer, indicating the location of the building, driveway, parking and manoeuvring areas, sings, exterior lighting, landscaping and detailed elevation drawings of the proposed building. The approved plans must be attached to the application for building permits for this development. and further, that upon rezoning of the property, the land and building or structure thereon must be developed and used in conformity with the proposed and condition identified herein; and New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. 1010 Grandview Avenue Page 3 December 7, 2007 3. That Common Council withhold third reading of the proposed rezoning until such time as approval is received from the Department of Health for an on-site septic system, and a Watercourse and Wetland Alteration Permit, if required, is obtained from the Department of Environment. INPUT FROM OTHER SOURCES: Municipal Operations and Engineering has advised that City water is available at this location and that a water meter is required and must be installed. City sewer is not available and approval for an on-site septic system from the Department of Public Health will be required. As well, this property is in a low-lying area with a short distance to a knoll in the west direction, therefore, it is not recommended to have a driveway at the proposed location. Building and Technical Services has advised that no Building Code concerns are apparent at this time. Fire Department has no objections to the proposal with the understanding that all construction will adhere to the National Building and Fire Codes. Building plans should be submitted to the Department of Public Safety for the purposes of plan review of a public assembly occupancy. It is the Department's understanding that hot works or hazardous materials are not part of this application; otherwise the Department would have further comments. On a final note, it is the Fire Department's expectation that a business sign at this location would either provide the civic number for the property or, at a minimum, not be positioned in a way that would block the civic numbers as posted on the property. N.B. Department of Public Health and Wellness indicated, in a telephone conversation with staff, that this type and size of operation could be considered on the subject site as it is serviced with City water. The Department noted that they could not give any definitive indication as to whether the site would be feasible for septic system until an application was made and the site analysis undertaken. As a result, the applicant is encouraged to make an application for an on-site septic system as soon as possible. ANALYSIS: The subject site is located on Grandview Avenue in East Saint John, across from the United Catena Training Centre and approximately 500 metres (1,640 feet) east of the New Brunswick Community College. The site is approximately 2,300 square metres (0.57 acres) in area, and is currently vacant. There is a single family dwelling directly east of the subject site and a small residential subdivision across Grandview Avenue. The large parcel ofland located behind and to the west of the subject site is assessed as being an abandoned gravel pit, and portions of it appear to be being used as a storage area for gravel, lumber and piping materials. This area is not visible New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. 1010 Grandview Avenue Page 4 December 7, 2007 from Grandview Avenue as it is set back approximately 160 metres (525 feet) from the street behind a treed portion of the lot currently zoned "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential. The applicant is proposing to rezone the subject site from "RS-2" One and Two Family Suburban Residential to "B-2" General Business to permit the construction and establishment of a business office for New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. The applicant has noted that the proposed173 square metre (1,862 square foot) building will resemble a residential dwelling and that the building will be used for offices, a reception area, and some storage in the basement. There will not be an operating electrical workshop on the premises. The Municipal Plan permits in residential areas those non-residential uses that are compatible with the residential neighbourhood or area. The Plan dictates that compatibility is to be evaluated with regards to the location of the site on an arterial or collector street, the architectural style of the building and it's suitability to the residential environment, the floor area being less than 1,200 square metres (10,764 square feet), and the use conforming to all other relevant provisions of the Municipal Plan and By-laws. As well, the Municipal Plan directs that the potential impact of non-residential uses should be mitigated by requiring them to meet suitable standards relating to: a) the location and treatment of parking areas; b) the minimum setbacks, side yards and rear yards; c) the arrangement of lighting facilities to ensure they do not shine into nearby residential use; d) the provision of buffer strips to separate such uses form adjacent residential uses; and e) the siting of buildings, landscaping and the location, size and type of signs used. As Grandview Avenue is designated as an arterial street and the applicant proposes to construct a residential style building with approximately 173 square metres (1,862 square foot), the proposed use is compatible with the Municipal Plan policies regarding non-residential uses in residential neighbourhoods. As well, the proposed use is unlikely to generate a large amount of traffic as the applicant has stated that there will only be 5 out of 15 employees working from this location: a general manager, a secretary, and three partners who will only be in the office part of the time. The subject site, with approximately 2,300 square metres (0.57 acres), is large enough to accommodate the proposed use and three required parking spaces; however, there are several issues which will need to be dealt with prior to development. The attached site plan will need to revised to provide the required 3 metre (9.8 foot) side yards on both the east and west side lines, New Wave Electric Co. Ltd. 1010 Grandview Avenue Page 5 December 7, 2007 the driveway will need to be relocated, and the parking area will likely need to be reconfigured to meet the requirements of the Zoning By-law and to allow for adequate manoeuvring room. As well, although the Zoning By-law requires only three parking spaces for a business office of this size, there should be one on-site parking for each of the five employees anticipated to be working at this location. These revisions should be possible given the size of the site; however, development within 30 metres (98.5 feet) of the brook forming the rear property line of the subject site may require a Watercourse and Wetland Alteration Permit from the Department of Environment, and this may constrain the layout. As well, the subject site is not provided with City sanitary sewer, and will thus require an on-site sewage disposal system. The Department of Health generally requires a minimum lot area of 4,000 square metres (1 acre) for both on-site well and septic services and approval for a septic system will be required before any construction can take place. The applicant has not yet applied for approval of the required septic system as he wished to have more reassurance regarding this application before proceeding. The proposed use can be considered appropriate given the small nature of the proposed operation and the mixed nature of this area with the United Catena Training Centre and New Brunswick Community College. As such, the proposed rezoning can be supported subject to standard conditions regarding the use and development of the site, including the parking, landscaping and drainage. It should be clear; however, that the proposed development cannot proceed without the approval of the Department of Health and the Department of Environment (if any development, including the clearing of trees, will take place within 30 metres of the brook). It is therefore recommended that Common Council withhold third reading of the proposed rezoning until this critical approval has been obtained. SKH Project No. 07-446 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT/URBANISME ET DEVELOPPEMENT \. \ \ , \ \ \ ' )/\ \ , ,.-' \ \ 'V'.." / ../ , ", ',,-j ..,......\ \. /\ )....." / ......." \ ....".\..........,.-/ \. /\! / . , \ \......... / \ ; / \ "..- \ \. 10\ ,/ \ / \ / / \ ,.,< ' \ \ \\/ /'- \ \ , / Ml-l /...:~ \\ ~\ \...~\\'// \ \ \/// \ ......\ \ \ \ \/ '.... 'S \2' \ ../ ,." '(/ '-, \ y/ ~\ /\ \ "y'/ /'!\ // // "..\ '" \//.-/'.\ / 'o.. \' . / "\ \ \ / / \\..... ~ \\ "~::K' ".... /\' \ .('\/ 'o, \\ /// // .\ "/~.r<. \ '., / \.:. \':, .>y~. . 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PQ' .. \ .. \ . ~ 0' \ 0' \ ..'~ \ .. ~ ~ \ " '", . , . \ PID(s)/NIP(s): 00336206 Subject Site/site en question: - Location: 1010 avenue Grandview Avenue Date: November 26,2007 Scale/echelle: Not to scale/Pas a I'echelle " " ;:' ~ v.. L'O}S ~ "Z Ul ~ ~ ~ \.I.l ,.. ~ ~ a:. ~ ~~ J 9 _v..C;.oS . j ~:. ~f- I ' t I. h J. f"'" I" it j'A:f, ~. :; > , ..t: '. , The City of Saint John l '\ \ \ (.i 1 ...-; I January 7, 2008 His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane And Councillors Your Worship and Councillors SUBJECT: Proposed Municipal Plan Amendment - 99 Burpee Avenue A Public Presentation was made on November 19, 2007 of a proposed amendment to the Municipal Development Plan which would re-designate on Schedule 2-A of the Plan, a parcel of land with an area of approximately 4000 square metres, located at 99 Burpee Avenue, also identified as being PID Number 00022731 and a portion of PID Number 00022723 from Major Community Facilities to Medium Density Residential. to permit re- zoning of the land from "RM_I" Three Storey Multiple Residential for conversion of the former Holy Trinity School to residential uses as requested by Alan Church/Gary Vincent 625976 NB Ltd. The required advertising has been completed, and attached you will find a copy of the application, public notice and insertion order of the proposed municipal plan amendment. No written objections to the proposed amendment have been received. If Council wishes, it may choose to refer the matter to the Planning Advisory Committee for a report and recommendation and authorize the necessary advertising with a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, or not to proceed with the proposed amendment process, and adopt a resolution to deny the application and receive the attached documentation for information. Respectfully submitted, a Elizabeth Gormley Assistant Common Clerk ~ttachment "'. SAINT JOHN P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, NB Canada E2l4L 1 I www.saintjohn.calc.p. 1971 Saint John, N.-B. Canada ElL 4L 1 - \ D\ \ Application for a Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Demande de modification au plan municipal et it l'arrete sur Ie zonage Applicant Related Information! Renseignements sur Ie demandeur Name of Applicant/Nom du demandeur ~ c'HUf2,<'H / &br1 u'f1/L'P('J f G 1 (""q7tG A/rt)..:1r/ I Mailing Address of applicant / Addresse postale du demandeur 2.4 CD@,ul26- ~T~ET '?J\rm" ~*N N& Postal Code / Code postal C 2L..tJ c;- Telephone Number I Numero de telephone Home (Domicile <Z~.,- 'LICj 'lj 695 9S3~ Fax Number (Numero de telecopieur '" if ~ - ~'2..Il- Work / Travail /nt:;/ - DO~'-I/03~-/&q7 , Name of Property Owner (if different) I Nom du proprietaire (si different) bZS"97L NA L1D.. Address / Adresse 24 Co I3u f26. .,.. SA-' ^" I c) f+ t'-l 'J N& Postal Code (Code postal: e-2..L 1.J-5 Property Information! Renseignements sur ]a propriete Location / Emplacement <7t!f Civic # I No de voirie 6J~e- AveN(.Ja Street / Rue 7.)'; I <tV RJPJ')o",+ 1Jf- 22.72.~ PID / NIP Lot Area / Superficie du lot 42. ":Mr . * ~. t-tSTlLeS Street Frontage I Fa9ade sur rue 1;1 Me1JC.e ~ Existing Use of Property / Utilisation actuelle de la propriete v AC-ANr "'7,," l;)Ol. Present Municipal Plan Land Use Designation Designation actuel de utilization des terres sur Ie plan municipal CDfoA""'Ut-lny FAGu...,Tces. Present Zoning/Zonage actuel HZL-/" NefbM~ooD IN~TITuTION.Al. Amendments Requested! Modifications demandees Municipal Plan I Plan municipal ~ Change Land Use Designation to I Modifier la designation de I'utilisation des terres a ~I.JM ""eN~'ry fas,1~"'/AL and/or / ou jjI Text Amendment (indicate particulars on attachment) / Modification du texte (indiquez les details en annexe) Zoning By-law! Arrete sur Ie Zonage B Change Zoning to / Modification du zonage a and/or I ou t' e.M _ I tt IqUhTI fL.6 a:=s (i)SMl1 AL D Text Amendment (indicate particulars on attachment) I Modification due texte (indiquez les details en annexe) Development Proposal I Proposition d'amenagement Description of Proposal! Description de la proposition I.aNOJ~T'ON of- lFf.S YN:ANT .easf l'Je'fJr( .A. L. Bu 11..1;> IN ~ m 4 T \AI ,L.L. "",m PA!'44Ntj. J:of2-.. Fbfl.-ry 0.....& V'eQ.fll...e-s . ~rNI1'f 5<:H<<lL,. INTo A, MUL.T\ A(:.a)~~ -rt-lf(2..-.y .oMS U/"iIT-a." "'&"1 You must provide a scaled site plan that illustrates your proposal. You may also provide photographs, building plans, elevation drawings and any other form of information. The site plan must show the dimensions of the property, the location of all buildings. driveways, parking areas, landscaping and signs. It is important that the distance between the property boundary and buildings are shown. VOUS devezfournir un plan du site a Nchelle illustrant votre proposition. Vous pOliVez egalementfournir des photographies, des plans de batlment, des dessins de plan d'elevation et toute autre forme de renseignement. Le plan du site do it indiquer les dimensions de la proprieti, ['emplacement de ta totalite des bdtiments. des allees, des aires de stationnement, des amenagements paysagers et des panneaux de signalisation. I[ est important d'indiquer la distance entre les limites de la propriete et les bdtiments. Provide reasons why these amendments should be approved. ! Fournir les raisons pour Jes queUes les modifications devraient etre approuvees. rr W(J.L f~fDS l\)f:St)ED Aca,~MA~-nON~ IN '1ff-Ei ~ ~ 'C Re:.\lI"D.LI70cs A vAQv.rr li)VIU)JN6t TO RCc::oM& UseFuL. A6A11N IN 1R-s lJe'6HRo"~OO~. . ~~..........., Provide any other information about your proposal that would be helpful.! Fournir tout autre renseignement concernant votre proposition qui pourrait etre utile. Signature of Applicant! Signature du demandeur Date ro{~~L o e:r"B eR. '2.." :kC 1- o $400 Application Fee Enclosed! Ci-joint les frais de demande de 400 $ Jfyou are not the owner of the land in question please have the owner sign below. The signature of the owner authorizing this application to proceed is required for consideration by Common Council. Signature of Owner (if app licab Ie) Signature du proprietaire (s'il y a lieu) 7 OCll-o"tJer ,:2 S; /;100 7 Date Sisters of Charif;J of the lmmacu{ate Conception September 26, 2007 City of Saint John Planning Department RE: Application for re-zoning - former Holy Trinity School To Whom It May Concern: Please accept this letter as a Letter of Authorization in the matter of Allan Church's application for re-zoning in the area ofthe former Holy Trinity School on Burpee Avenue. Allan has asked for and has been given promise ofright to acquire a piece ofland noted as Section A - a triangular piece of property owned by us, the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception. This is a small portion, the southern tip of our property known as Mount Carmel Convent. Allan will acquire the requested piece of land for parking purposes when the survey has been completed and realigned, as has already been discussed with us. If you have further questions please feel free contact me. Sincerely, /'''1 .;L /) / ~~ ~7 GfG. Mar~aret ~Yle, scrc, JCL Congregational Treasurer Conway Place, 124 Villa Madonna Rood, Rothesay, NB Mailing Address: PO Box 2266, Saint John, NB, Canada E2L 3Vl Telephone: 506847-2065 Fox. 506-848-1022 EMoil: cpscic@nb.sympatico.ca wi ,. ~~., '~ "~ ~.._".~.. Wall, . Street '. P~.~! ..;~-i' ''Ci,;:.:~ ..~: ~~.>. ~ 01;" . -f------- - -1--_.- ----- -1-- - -- -+- -.. 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'!: , 1 "\ 1\ \\ ; \ ~ --:- I.":' I'\. "'" \ 1 l\ \ \ .~ , . I. .~ i\. i- \ \\ \ \ \ \ :,...- ~ ; - 1 . \ 1 , \ ) ..' . i \ \ 'l \ l l i ' -\ 1 \ \ , , \ 1 '\ , : p. 1 l " \ 'Ill ... "1 \ \ . :/lJ V 1'i7 [7 / II I ~ ,rl i7 ~/ \ ~ V V- I j [7 V V v. j / i/ V [I 11 ~/ I 7 V- I J i7 lJ II i7 j [I [7 ~ ) i/ V \7 7 ,J I , iT -7 1/ 71.< I"J i/ V Ii' V / I I. 1I ) "7 E::5 11 v il II Ii J I I J ~ ) \7 / / -/ [/ ~/ il 1/ V iI' ~ ,/ 7 ;? J II I -J -/ i7 J ~ PROPOSED MUNICIPAL PLAN AMENDMENT RE: 99 BURPEE AVENUE (HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL) Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider an amendment to the Municipal Development Plan that would redesignate on Schedule 2-A of the Plan, from Major Community Facilities to Medium Density Residential, the following property: A parcel of land with an area of approximately 4000 square metres, located at 99 Burpee Avenue, also identified as being PID No. 00022731 and a . portion of Pill No. 00022723. A public presentation of the proposed amendment will take place at the regular meeting of Common Council on Monday, November 19, 2007 in the Council Chamber, Lobby Level, City Hall. REASON FOR CHANGE: To pennit the rezoning of the land to "RM-l" Three Storey Multiple Residential for conversion of the former Holy Trinity School to residential uses. Written objections to the proposed amendment may be made to the Council, in care of the undersigned, by December 19, 2007. Enquiries may be made at the office of the Common Clerk or 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. J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk 658-2862 PROJET DE MODIFICA nON DU PLAN MUNICIPAL OBJET: 99, A VENUE BURPEE (ECOLE HOLY TRINITY) Par les presentes, un avis public est dorme par lequel Ie conseil communal de The City of Saint John a 11 intention dretudier une modification du plan d'amenagement municipal visant a faire passer la classification du bien.fonds suivant, a l'annexe 2- A du plan, de zone d'installations communautaires majeures a zone residentielle de den site moyenne : une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 4000 metres cam~s, situee au 99, avenue Burpee, et portant Ie NID 00022731 et etant aussi une partie du NID 00022723. Vne presentation publique du proj et de modification aura lieu au cours de la reunion ordinaire du conseil communal prevue Ie lundi 19 novembre 2007 dans la salle du conseil, au niveau du hall d'entree, a l'hOtel de ville. RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: Permettre de faire passer la designation de la parcelle a zone d'edifices a logements multiples de trois etages <<RM-l>> afin de permettre que l'ancienne kole Holy Trinity soit utilisee a des fins residentielles. V euillez fain~ part au conseil par ecrit de vos objections au projet de modification au plus tard Ie 19 decembre 2007 a l'attention du soussigne. Pour toute demande de renseignements, veuillez vous adresser au bureau du greffier communal ou au bureau de l'urbanisme et du d6veloppement a l'hOtel de ville au IS, Market Square, Saint John, N.-B., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jaurs feries. J. Patrick Woods, greffier communal 658-2862 PROPOSED MUNICIPAL PLAN AMENDMENT RE: 99 BURPEE AVENUE (HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL) Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider an amendment to the Municipal Development Plan that would redesignate on Schedule 2~A of the Plan, from Major Community Facilities to Medium Density Residential, the following property: A parcel of land with an area of approximately 4000 square metres, located at 99 Burpee Avenue, also identified as being Pill No. 00022731 and a portion of PID No. 00022723. A public presentation of the proposed amendment will take place at the regular meeting of Common Council on Monday, November 19, 2007 in the Council Chamber, Lobby Level, City Hall. REASON FOR CHANGE: To permit the rezoning of the land to "RM-l" Three Storey Multiple Residential for conversion of the former Holy Trinity School to residential uses. Written objections to the proposed amendment may be made to the Council, in care of the undersigned, by December 19, 2007. Enquiries may be made at the office of the Common Clerk or Planning and Development, City HaU, 15 Market Square, Saint John, N.R between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, inclusive, holidays excepted. J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk 658-2862 ------------------------------------------------------------------ PROJET DE MODIFICATION DU PLAN MUNICIPAL OBJET: 99, A VENUE BURPEE (ECOLE HOLY TRINITY) Par les presentes, un avis public est donne par lequelle conseil communal de The City of Saint John a l'intention d'6tudier une modification du plan d'amenagement municipal visant a faire passer la classification du bien-fonds suivant, a I'armexe 2-A du plan, de zone d'installations communautaires majeures a zone residentielle de densite moyenne : une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 4000 metres carrt~s, situee au 99, avenue Burpee, et portant Ie NID 00022731 et etant aussi une partie du NID 00022723. Vne presentation publique du projet de modification aura lieu au cours de la reunion ordinaire du conseil communal prevue Ie lundi 19 novembre 2007 dans la salle du conseil, au niveau du hall d'entree, a l'hOtel de ville. RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: Permettre de faire passer la designation de la parcelle a zone d'6difices a logements multiples de trois etages {(RM-l}) afin de permettre que l'ancienne ecole Holy Trinity soit utilisee a des fins residentielles. Veuillez faire part au conseil par ecrit de vos objections au projet de modification au plus tard Ie 19 decembre 2007 a l'attention du soussigne. Pour toute demande de renseignements, veuillez vous adresser au bureau du greffier communal ou au bureau de l'urbanisme et du developpement a 1'h6tel de ville au 15, Market Square, Saint John, N.~B., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours feries. J. Patrick Woods, greffier communal 658-2862 City of Saint John INTERNAL INSERTION ORDER For City of Saint John use only: BudJ:tet Number: 1100801 4422010 Department: Common Clerk's Office (Account # 71206) Contact: J. Patrick Woods .. I Fax: Phone: (506) 658-2862 (506) 674-4214 Special Instructions (if any): Newspaper Insertion Dates (Check as applicable) (SJTJ= Saint John Telegraph Journal) .. SJTJ City Information Ad Date(s): Tuesday, November 6, 2007 .. SJTJ Independent Placement .. SJT J Classitieds Date(s): Date(s): Information for Ad (Boldface anything you want Bold in Ad, Centre, Tab, etc.) Section Headline: D General Notice D Tender D Proposal 1m Public Notice Sub-Headline (if applicable): Text: INSERT ATTACHED Call to Action: J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk/Greffier communal Contact: I Telephone: (506) 658-2862 BY-LAW NUMBER C.P. 105-_ A LAW TO AMEND THE MUNICIPAL PLAN BY-LAW ARRETE NO C.P. 105- ARRETE MODIFIANT L'ARRETE RELATIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL Be it enacted by The City of Saint Lars d'une reunion du conseil John in Common Council convened, as communal, The City of Saint John a edicte follows: ce qui suit: The Municipal Plan By-law of The L'arrcte relatif au plan municipal de City of Saint John enacted on the 3rd day The City of Saint John decrete Ie of January, A.D. 2006 is amended by: 3 janvier 2006 est modifie par: I Amending Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use Plan, by redesignating a parcel of land with an area of approximately 4000 square metres, located at 99 Burpee Avenue, also identified as being PID No. 00022731 and a portion of Pill No. 00022723, from Major Community Facilities to Medium Density Residential classification - 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. 2008 and signed by: 1 la modification de I'annexe 2-A, relative au plan d'utilisation future des terres, afin de faire passer la designation d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie approximative de 4000 metres carn~s, situee au 99 avenue Burpee, et portant Ie NID 00022731 et etant aussi une partie du NID 00022723 de zone d'installations communautaires majeures a zone residentielle de densite moyenne; - toutes les modifications sont indiquees sur Ie plan ci-joint et font partie du present arrilte. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait apposer son sceau communal sur Ie present arrete Ie 2008, avec les signatures suivantes : Mayor Common Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading Second Reading - Third Reading - Premiere lecture Deuxieme lecture Troisieme lecture Common Clerk's Office Bureau du greffier communal www.saintjohn.ca October 30,2007 /30 octobre 2007 Alan Church/Gary Vincent 24 Coburg Street Saint John, N,S. E2L 3J5 Dear Sir: Re: 99 Burpee Avenue Enclosed is a copy of the Public Notice regarding a proposed Municipal Plan amendment for redesignation of the above property. Following the date for the receipt of objections, namely, December 19, 2007, Common Council may authorize the necessary advertising for the public. hearing, and request the views of the Planning Advisory Committee. Yours truly, J~~?w:?-9- Common Clerk / Greffier communal JPW /jaf encl. / P. j. P.O. Box/C,P. 1971 Saint John, NB/N.-B. Canada E2L 4L1 The City of Saint John Monsieur, Objet: 99. avenue Burpee Vous trouverez ci-annexee une caple de I'avis public relatif a una modification envisagee au plan municipal en vue de la redesignation de la propril3te ci-dessus. Apres la date de reception des objections, c'est-a~dire Ie 19 decembre 2007, Ie Conseil communal pourrait autoriser la publication des avis necessaires en vue de I'audience publique at demander les opinions du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme. Veuillez agn3er, Monsieur, j'expression de nos sentiments distingues. Application for a Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Demande de modification au plan municipal et it I'arrete sur Ie zonage Applicant Related Information I Renseignements sur Ie demandeur Name of Applicant / Nom du demandeur fr ~tt\"'\'l::.~TS ~R- Mailing Address of applicant I Addresse postale du demandeur l29 'WO\'? ~p ~\l1'O N...~ ( Postal Code I Code postal cst- I E=-\C ~\JJ~ Telephone Number I Numero de telephone Home I Domicile Work / Travail 'J"""Oc'o ~51- 866 I Fax Number I Numero de telecopieur.5bb ~5'Co ~ ~ Name of Property Owner (if different) I Nom du proprietaire (si different) o?~,,; 'L ~ t5. L'"\D. Address I Adresse Postal Code I Code postal: Property Information I Renseignements sur la propriete Location / Emplacement ..j;: 1. Civic # I No de voirie ST. 1'~L- 51-. Street I Rue ::f4 '2. 2-10~ PID I NIP Lot Area / Superficie du lot Street Frontage I Fayade sur rue Existing Use of Property I Utilisation actuelle de la propriete v A<::'4-fu-t C -t\-tA tl-C+\- Present Municipal Plan Land Use Designation Designation actuel de utilization des terres sur Ie plan municipal_IV~ T t ~ T~ Present Zoning I Zonage actuel 15-2 Amendments Requested / Modifications dernandees Mupi(fpal Plan I Plan municipal S"Cha;ge Land Use Designation to I Modifier la designation de I'utilisation des terres it Gtr"YY'\ tv-.. e: t<-C \ ~ and/or / ou [] Text Amendment (indicate particulars on attachment) I Modification du texte (indiquez les details en annexe) Zoni;l8"By-law! Arrete sur Ie Zonage IR" Change Zoning to I Modification du zonage a and/or I au S~~Gt~ ?,"tJ6 o Text Amendment (indicate particulars on attachment) / Modification due texte (indiquez les details en annexe) Development Proposal! Proposition d'amenagement Description of Propos a] / Description de la proposition ~t::J'6 L-~ ~ r~A105, l \rz.. (A ~ \\ ? ().-O J.p-c.,'T ~\.,. You must provide a scaled site plan that illustrates your proposal. You may also provide photographs, building plans, elevation drawings and any other form of information. The site plan must show the dimensions of the property, the location of all buildings, driveways. parking areas, landscaping and signs, It is important that the distance between the property boundary and buildings are shown. Vous devezfournir un plan du site a /'echelle ilJustrant votre proposition. Vous pouvez egalementfournir des photographies, des plans de batiment, des dessins de plan d'eJevation et toute autre forme de renseignement. Le plan du site doil indiquer les dimensions de la propriete, l'emplacement de la totaliie des bdtiments, des allies, des aires de stationnement, des amenagements paysagers et des panneaw: de signalisation. II est important d'indiquer la distance entre les limites de la propriete et les bdtiments. Provide reasons why these amendments should be approved.! Fournir les raisons pour les quelles les modifications devraient etre approuvees. 1Q~ ~c:~crtJ .5lA. ~~ ~ So t VE... . F> R-o )Z \\A. \:t"t.( to 1ArWu~~ Provide any other information about your proposal that would be helpful. I Fournir tout autre renseignement concernant votre proposition qui pourrait etre utile. \7-6\1. \J'M{..O 6~~ ~~ CJc-(\2-. I Of Ct.'{t;<. ftcr0C>t~ I~ ~\1fY\J 5b--vE:\lkL- tti'i61.-c., I \JGlJ.AO [U7- C ~ \ '/h-; 0 -t\: l ~ \) 0.. (~--ss Signature of Applicant! Signature du demandeur Date O~ t~ * ~PPlication Fee Enclosed I Ci-joint les frais de demande de 400 $ If you are not the owner of the land in question please have the owner sign below. The signature of the owner authorizing this application to proceed is required for consideration by Common Council. Signature of Owner (if applicable) Signature du proprietaire (s'il y a lieu) Si vous n'etes pas Ie proprietaire du terrain en question, veuillez obtenir la signature du proprihaire dans la partie ci-dessous. La signature du proprietaire autorisant Ie traitement de la presente demande est requise pour que celte derniere soil examinee par Ie conseil communal. Date Pierre Gallonl Alain Malenfont Andrew McGillivary Dionne VanDommelen Jeff VonDommoion architects four lIr."dted I December 11, 2007 Our ref: A0736 Chateau Site Study Saint John, New Brunswick . Mr. Jim Baird, Commissioner Planning and Development 15 Market Square, 10th floor Saint John, New Brunswick E2L 1 E8 Regarding Parcel # 00022103, all lands bound by Burpee Avenue, Wall Street, Winter Street, and St Paul Street. Dear Mr. Baird: As the authorized agentfor Cyr Holdings Inc., I wish to make application under the provision for Special Zones Consideration based on the following submission package: . Letter of authorization from the owner · Check for $400 application fee · Plans and elevations of proposal · AutoCAD format site plan . Photo montage of proposed development The developer wishes to expand into the Saint John market. His independent chain of Chateau style hotels will hopefully find favor in the Saint John market of Victorian heritage and iconic buildings. The proposal is for a 9 story, 112 unit upscale hotel development and it will include a meeting centre on the 2nd floor, a lounge I bar on the ground level and a fully equipped exercise center. 143 cars will be accommodated on site with 74 fully enclosed. Included is the provision for 6 handicap parking stalts. The total building height is 88' feet to the top of roof slab. The floor to floor heights are 12.5' for the 1st and 2nd levels and 9' for all typical floors. The Building area footprint is 10,550 sq. ft. The use of quality materials such as stone for the 2 story base, commercial grade cladding and the signature slopped metallic roof, all materials are easily inspired by the local vemacular. Conveniently located off Highway #1 at exit 123, the site is highly visible and accessible from East and West bound traffic. Its proximity to Downtown and to Harbour Station is ideal. Finally as a building site, located below Mount Pleasant, the topography allows the building to be a buffer between Highway #1 and the adjacent community while accommodation extra height without hindering visibility. Trusting this application is sufficient, however in the event if further clarification required, please do not hesitate to contact this writer. Regards, 18 I:'otsfOld S1reet &Jte 1 CXJ M=tcf1. NB. Cara:b . E1C 4W7 . t 5065575601 . f 506,556,9729 VMW,ordlte;js4,CQ Cyr Holdings Inc. Gestion Cyr Inc. 795, rue Main Street, Suite 200 C.PJP.O. Box 1288, Moncton, NB E1C BP9 Telephone: (506) 857-8050 Fax: (500) 858-7039 December 11, 2007 Mr. Pierre Gallant Architects Four Limited 18 Botsford 81., Suite 100 Moncton, NB E 1 C 4 W7 Dear Mr. Gallant: This letter is to advise you that we give you authorization to proceed, on our behalf, with the application to the City of Saint John, in regards to parcel #00022103. BC/gm ,: <O:'~"" ' .- / I .ri......I" >-~: "':\,10 i.J~.....:.~~^ v~~. ,. . .- ?:..:# .. ~ ~ ,lfc.\l " ,,> J.. .., '.' . '~"'.'~, ~ .<" ',.. , ~ ~I ). ,~,..\ ... , ~ ~r.-~, "', .:;;;; T'\l. ~\ Z ~1, \ {~ r-tt. c:.() 1.l i.~'} '. 'V Q ..,-, ~, :'i, '~ ~o""s$:/ .~,.,-,~.. 057032 NB Ltd. 1150 Fairville Blvd. Saint John, N.B. E2M 5T6 December 17, 2007 Mr. Jim Baird Commissioner of Planning and Development P.O. Box 1971 Saint John, N.B. E2L 4L 1 Re: Former St Paul's Church PID# 00022103 369 Rockland Road Saint John, N.S. 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PAUL STREET Public Notice is hereby given that the Conunon Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider an amendment to the Municipal Development Plan that would redesignate on Schedule 2-A of the Plan, from Major Community Facilities to Service Corridor, the following property: PROJET DE MODIFICA nON DU PLAN MUNICIPAL OBJET: 2, RUE ST. PAUL Par les presentes, un avis public est donne par leque1 Ie conseil communal de The City of Saint John a l'intention dt6tudier une modification du plan d'amenagement municipal visant a faire passer la classification du bien-fonds suivant, a l'annexe 2- A du plan, de zone d'installations communautaires majeures a zone de corridor de service : A parcel of land with an area of approximately une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 5940 square metres, located at 2 St. Paul Street, 5940 metres carres, situee au 2, rue 81. Paul, et also identified as being PID No. 00022103. portant le NID 00022103. A public presentation of the proposed amendment will take place at the regular meeting of Common Council on Monday, January 7, 2008 in the Council Chamber, Lobby Level, City Hall. Une presentation publique du projet de modification aura lieu au cours de la reunion ordinaire du conseil communal prevue Ie lundi 7 janvier 2008 dans la salle du conseil, au niveau du hall d'entree, it l'hOtel de ville. REASON FOR CHANGE: RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: To permit the development of a hotel with Permettre l'amenagement d'un hOtel ayant environ approximately 112 rooms. 112 chambres. Written objections to the proposed amendment may be made to the Council, in care of the undersigned, by February 6, 2008. Enquiries may be made at the office of the Common Clerk or 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. J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk 658-2862 Veuillez faire part au conseil par ecrit de vos objections au projet de modification au plus tard Ie 6 fevrier 2008 a I'attention du soussigne. Pour toute demande de renseignements, veuillez vous adresser au bureau du greffier communal au au bureau de l'urbanisme et du d6veloppement a 1'h6tel de ville au 15, Market Square, Saint John, N.-B., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, sauf les jours feries. J. Patrick Woods, greffier communal 658-2862 PROPOSED MUNICIPAL PLAN AMENDMENT RE:2ST.PAULSTREET Public Notice is hereby given that the Common Council of The City of Saint John intends to consider an amendment to the Municipal Development Plan that would redesignate on Schedule 2-A of the Plan, from Major Community Facilities to Service Corridor, the following property: A parcel of land with an area of approximately 5940 square metres, located at 2 SL Paul Street, also identified as being PID No. 00022103. A public presentation of the proposed amendment will take place at the regular meeting of Common Council on Monday, January 7,2008 in the Council Chamber, Lobby Level, City Hall. REASON FOR CHANGE: To permit the development of a hotel with approximately 112 rooms. Written objections to the proposed amendment may be made to the Council, in care of the undersigned, by February 6, 2008. Enquiries may be made at the office of the Common Clerk or 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. J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk 658-2862 ------------------------------------------------------------------ PROJET DE MODIFICATION DU PLAN MUNICIPAL OBJET: 2, RUE ST. PAUL Par les presentes, un avis public est donne par lequelle conseil communal de The City of Saint John a l'intention d'etudier une modification du plan d'amenagement municipal visant a faire passer la classification du bien-fonds suivant, a l'annexe 2-A du plan, de zone d'installations communautaires majeure!!.' a zone de corridor de service: une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie d'environ 5940 metres carres, situee au 2, rue St. Paul, et portant Ie NIl) 00022103. Vne presentation publique du projet de modification aura lieu au cours de la reunion ordinaire du conseil communal prevue Ie lundi 7 janvier 2008 dans la salle du conseil, au niveau du hall d'entn5e, a l'hOtel de ville. RAISON DE LA MODIFICATION: Permettre l'amenagement d'un hOtel ayant environ 112 chambres. Veuillez faire part au conseil par ecrit de vos objections au projet de modification au plus tard le 6 fevrier 2008 a l'attention du soussigne. Pour toute demande de renseignements, veuillez vaus adresser au bureau du greffier communal ou au bureau de l'urbanisme et du developpement a l'h6tel de ville au 15, Market Square, Saint John, N.-B., entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30 du lundi au vendredi, sauflesjours [eries. J. Patrick Woods, greffier communal 658-2862 City of Saint John INTERNAL INSERTION ORDER For City of Saint John use only: Budget Number: 1100801 4422010 Department: Common Clerk's Office (Account # 71206) Contact: J. Patrick Woods Phone: (506) 658-2862 I Fax: (506) 674-4214 Special Instructions (if any): Newspaper Insertion Dates (Check as applicable) (SJTJ= Saint John Telegraph Journal) .. SJT J City Information Ad Date(s): Wednesday, December 26, 2007 .. SJT J Independent Placement .. SJTJ Classifieds Date(s): Date(s): Information for Ad (Boldface anything you want Bold in Ad, Centre, Tab, etc.) Section Headline: o General Notice 0 Tender 0 Proposal ~ Public Notice Sub-Headline (if applicable): Text: INSERT A TT ACHED Call to Action: J. Patrick Woods, Common Clerk/Greffier communal Contact: I Telephone: (506) 658-2862 BY-LAWNUMBERC.P.105-_ ALA W TO AMEND THE MUNICIPAL PLAN BY-LAW ARRETE NO C.P.I05- ARRETE MODIFIANr L'ARRETE RELA TIF AU PLAN MUNICIPAL Be it enacted by The City of Saint Lors d'une reunion du conseil Jolm in Common Council convened, as communal, The City of Saint Jolm a edicte follows: ce qui suit: The Municipal Plan By-law of The L'arrete relatif au plan municipal de City of Saint Jolm enacted on the 3rd day The City of Saint John decrete Ie of January, A.D. 2006 is amended by: 3 janvier 2006 est modifie par: I Amending Schedule 2-A, the Future Land Use Plan, by redesignating a parcel of land with an area of approximately 5940 square metres, located at 2 St. Paul Street, also identified as being PID No. 00022103, from Major Community Facilities to Service Corridor classification - 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. 2008 and signed by: I la modification de I'annexe 2-A, relative au plan d'utilisation future des terres, afin de faire passer la designation d'une parcelle de terrain d'une superficie approximative de 5 940 metres carres, situee au 2 rue St. Paul, et portant Ie NID 00022103 de zone d'installations communautaires majeures a zone de corridor de service; - toutes les modifications sont indiquees sur Ie plan ci-joint et font partie du present arrete. EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait apposer son sceau communal sur Ie present arrete Ie 2008, avec les signatures suivantes : Mayor Common Clerk/Greffier communal First Reading Second Reading - Third Reading - Premiere lecture Deuxieme lecture Troisieme lecture The City of saint John December 19,2007 /19 decembre 2007 Architects Four 18 Botsford Street Moncton, N.B. E1 C 4W7 Dear Sir: Re: 2 S1. Paul Street Enclosed is a copy of the Public Notice regarding a proposed Municipal Plan amendment for redesignation of the above property. Following the date for the receipt of objections, namely, February 6, 2008, Common Council may authorize the necessary advertising for the public hearing, and request the views of the Planning Advisory Committee. ~~~ J. Patrick Woods Common Clerk / Greffier communal /jpw encl. o SAINT JOHN ---.......- Monsieur, Objet: 2, rue St. Paul Vous trouverez ci-annexee une copie de I'avis public relatif a une modification envisagee au plan municipal en vue de la redesignation de la propriete ci-dessus. Apres la date de reception des objections, c'est-a-dire Ie 6 fevrier 2008, Ie Conseil communal pourrait autoriser la publication des avis necessaires en vue de I'audience publique et demander les opinions du Comite consultatif d'urbanisme, Veuillez agn3er, Monsieur, I'expression de nos sentiments distingues. P.O. Box 1971 Safntjohn, NB Canada E2L4L1 I WWI'V.saintjohn.ca I c.P. 1971 Silintlohn, N,-B. Canada E2L4L1 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 Be it enacted by the Common Council of The City of Saint John as follows: 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 19th day of December, A.D. 2005, is hereby amended as follows: 1 Schedule K - "Truck Routes" - is amended by deleting the following words under the following headings: Street Limits Prince Street Ludlow Street to Lancaster Avenue 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. 2008 signed by: ARRETE MODIFIANT L' ARRETE RELATIF A LA CIRCULATION DANS LES RUES DANS THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN EDICTE CONFORMEMENT A LA LOI SUR LES VEHICULES A MOTEUR (1973) ET LES MODIFICA TIONS AFFERENTES Lors d'une reunion du conseil municipal, The City of Saint John a decrete ce qui suit: Par les presentes, l'arrete de The City of Saint John intitule << Arrete relatif a la circulation dans les rues dans The City of Saint John edicte conformement a la Loi sur les vehicules a moteur (1973) et les modifications afferentes >>, decrete Ie 19 decembre 2005, est modifie comme suit: 1 L' Annexe K - "Itineraires pour camions" - est modifiee par la suppression des mots suivants sous les titres suivants : Rue Limites Rue Prince De la rue Ludlow a l'avenue Lancaster EN FOI DE QUOI, The City of Saint John a fait apposer son sceau municipal sur Ie present arrete Ie 2008, avec les signatures suivantes : Mayor IMaire Common Clerk/greffier communal First Reading Second Reading Third Reading - December 17,2007 - December 17,2007 Premiere lecture Deuxieme lecture Troisieme lecture - 17 decembre 2007 - 17 decembre 2007 January 7, 2008 Mayor Norm McFarlane and Members of Common Council Re: 2007 Investment Returns for Citv's Pension Plan As I mentioned at our last Common Council meeting when we were approving the 2008 budget, it came to my attention that pension plans across the country were not meeting their expected rate of return for the year. As I stated at this meeting I received a document that stated that the negative results of the second quarter of 2007 ended up bringing down the positive results of the first quarter. The report also stated that the third and fourth quarters were doing even worse than the second quarter which will bring down the total return on investment to well below any profit line. The mixture of investments in this portfolio is very similar to the investments of the City of Saint John Pension Plan. And as Mr. Yeomans stated at our last meeting, the investment return of the City Pension Plan was only 5.4% to the end of June of last year, which is below what our actuaries for the City's plan call for. This is the same bad rate of return as the report on earnings I relayed at our last meeting. This will only spell trouble for the pension plan and therefore the taxpayers and City workers. This also may very well spell out a tax increase for residents in our City's 2009 budget. With this in mine, and before this Council spends the increase in our 2008 budget, I purpose the following motion; I move that Mr. Yeomans collect all information on the rate of return of the City of Saint John Pension Plan and report back to Common Council at our first meeting in February 2008. Respectfully, Received bye-mail Councillor Bill Farren The City of Saint John January 3, 2008 His Worship Mayor McFarlane and Members of Common Council Your Worship and Fellow Councillors: SUBJECT: SAINT JOHN COUNTY COURT HOUSE As Council is aware, the Province of New Brunswick has recently announced its intention to build a new court house in the City of Saint John. Reports have indicated that this new facility will result in the consolidation of a number of services provided from a number of locations into this one much needed facility. Obviously, for a community that is interested in protecting our community's built heritage, Council should explore with the Province its plans for the old "Saint John County Court House" located on Sydney Street. This building was constructed of stone in 1827 and unfortunately was subsequently gutted by fire and was extensively rebuilt in 1919. For almost close to two hundred years this building has occupied a prominent location in our community overlooking King Square. It would be, in my view, a shame to see this truly historic property fall into disrepair or be significantly altered. At the same time, through my travels, I have often witnessed situations where municipalities would appear to have taken certain initiatives to have municipal government take a more proactive role in protecting and preserving government buildings. As an example, Fredericton City Hall and Halifax City Hall are examples of where heritage buildings continue to play an active role in the life of the citizens of those communities. With this in mind, and knowing that this building has a large court room and a number of meeting rooms that might serve the community very well if the City decides to move to a committee form of government, I am seeking Council's support to chair an ad hoc committee supported by staff and consisting of interested members of the community to explore with the Province the following possibilities; A) Is there an opportunity for the City to obtain title to this property for one dollar? B) Could it ever serve as a location for a Council Chamber, committee rooms, Mayor and Councillor offices or the Clerk's Office? C) Knowing extensive investment in the building is required, are there any Provincial or Federal Programs that the Municipality could tap into for this purpose? Page Two Letter to Council Subject: Saint John County Court House Thanking Council in advance for their consideration of this suggestion. Respectfully submitted, Chris Titus, COUNCILLOR January 3, 2008 M & C 2008 - 01 His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and Members of Common Council I Your Worship and Members of Council, SUBJECT Snow Clearing Operations - Parking on City Streets BACKGROUND Since December 26, 2007, there have been four major snow storms that have deposited significant amounts of snow in the City of Saint John. Snow clearing operations have been difficult at best. There are a number of vehicles parked on City streets in contravention to the Motor Vehicle Act of the Province of New Brunswick and the City of Saint John Traffic By-law. Vehicles parked on City streets during and after snowfalls significantly hinder the effectiveness of snow clearing operations, can restrict emergency responders, and increase the time period to clear streets and provide normal operating conditions once again to the public. Public cooperation and adherence to Acts and By-Laws will allow the City to provide a more effective service to the public. ANALYSIS The City of Saint John utilizes two authorities for the enforcement of snow clearing operations; the New Brunswick Motor Vehicle Act and the City of Saint John Traffic By-Law. According to the Motor Vehicle Act, Abandoned Vehicles, Section 196: (1) No person shall abandon a vehicle or leave a vehicle standing for a period of more than twenty-four hours (a) within the limits of a highway, or (b) upon any land not owned or controlled by him, without the consent of the owner hereof. As per the City of Saint John Traffic By-Law, Miscellaneous Regulations, Section 16: (1a) No person shall park a vehicle on a street during the times indicated on a street clearing sign that has been placed on that street. (1b) Street clearing signs shall indicate the time during which street clearing operations are to take place and shall be placed on the street at least eight 8 hours before the street clearing operations are to take place. I -. '. M&C 2008 - 01 Snow Clearing Operations - Parking on City Streets January 3, 2008 Page 2 ANALYSIS (CONT'D) (Ic) For the purposes of this by law street clearing includes snow or ice or snow and ice removal as well as street cleaning. (2) No person shall between November 15th and April 30th inclusive of each year between the hours of 00 01 and 08 00 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday park a vehicle on the side of a street that is listed in Schedule H and has posted on it signs that prohibit parking during such days and times. (3) No person shall between November 15th and April 30th inclusive of each year between the hours of 00 Oland 08 00 on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday park a vehicle on the side of a street that is listed in Schedule H and has posted on it signs that prohibit parking during such days and times. (4) No person shall between the hours of 00:01 of the first day of the month and 18:00 of the 15th day of the month park a vehicle on the even numbered side of a street that is listed in Schedule HI. (5) No person shall between the hours of 00:01 of the 16th day of the month and 18:00 of the last day of the month park a vehicle on the odd numbered side of a street that is listed in Schedule HI. (6) No person shall park a vehicle on the streets listed in Schedule J between the hours of 00:01 and 07:00. Staff will be requesting Police to pay particular attention to these provisions and request the enforcement of the above Act and By-laws, having vehicles removed as required. Staff will also be reviewing the streets where parking is presently prohibited with the possibility of expanding this list to ensure streets can be cleared as efficiently as possible. A report will be presented to Council at a later date requesting approval for any By- law changes. Staff requests that the general public cooperate with Municipal Operations during snow clearing operations and remove vehicles from the affected streets. The City, in conjunction with the Parking Commission, has made arrangements during imposed Snow Bans for parking of vehicles at designated parking lots. RECOMMENDA TION It is recommended this report be received and filed. Respectfully submitted, J. M. Paul Groody, P. Eng. Commissioner, Municipal Operations & Engineering Terrence L. Totten, F.C.A. City Manager ?- \ tl (ity 11al1 [5 Marhct Sq ll,llC p.o. flox 1971 Saint John ~ew Brunswick Canada E2L 4L [ December 31, 2007 His Worship Mayor Norm McFarlane and Members of Common Council Your Worship and Councillors, City of Saint John Re: Tourism Saint John Background; Tourism Saint John is in a period of transition. The introduction of the Destination Marketing Levy by the Hotel Association, recent staffing changes, unmet opportunities to attract major events to the City and the construction of several new hotels and increased competition form other regions highlight the need for a new direction. The purpose of this report is to propose a path forward for the Tourism and Marketing function in Saint John. The recommendation takes into consideration recent reports including those provided by the Saint John Hotel Association and a volunteer group of citizens with experience attracting large events. The City's primary objective to grow tourism activity in our community and the importance of further enhancing our competitive position in the Tourism sector underlie the need for change, The report recommends the creation of a fully integrated Destination Marketing Organization for Saint John in cooperation with the private sector. Destination Marketing Levy The Saint John Hotel Association (5 members) introduced a 2 percent marketing levy in May of 2007 and expect to generate approximately $400,000 annually in new revenue. The City of Saint Jolm has agreed to maintain current funding levels for Tourism Saint John ($1.0M) for a three year period. In anticipation of this new source of revenues a report was commissioned by the Hotel Association to "make recommendations for the best model for a new tourism marketing organization with the right structure, mandate and strategy to meet the tourism marketing challenges of the Saint Jolm region." The key recommendation in this report calls for; · The creation of a Private-Public Not-for-Profit Corporation (Destination Marketing Organization), Membership driven, reporting to a tourism stakeholder board of directors comprised of a number of stakeholder representatives. Event Mana~ement Study This seperate report indicates that "the study was initiated and funded by a group of volunteers who have championed successful large events in the past and who are concerned that significant large event opportunities are being missed. The study was tasked with investigating the merits of developing an event procurement resource with the primary mandate to source large events for the Greater Saint John Region." This study recommends; · That an Event Office/Event Resource (EO) with the mandate to research, bid and secure large events for the Greater Saint John community should be implemented. · That tourism resources be united. Specifically, it advocates bringing together Tourism Saint John, Venue Saint John and an EO to create a new joint tourism entity in a shared office location, · That all levels of government including ACOA, Province of New Brunswick and the City of Saint John be approached to support the united tourism entity. · That private sector support be secured and that the Destination Marketing Fee support this integrated tourism engine. The key objective of creating this events resource is to allow the community to identify and pursue major events (Tall Ships, ECMAs, CMAs, Skate Canada, World Curling etc) that will provide significant economic benefits, foster community pride and contribute to the quality of life in the region. Tourism Saint John Tourism Saint John is a full scale marketing organization that promotes Saint John as a visitor destination. It is the City's official tourism promotion organization. The mandate of Tourism Saint John is to generate revenue and publicity for Saint John and its tourism industry, by attracting visitors and clients, providing service excellence to guests as well as offering leadership, advice and partnership opportunities to a range of tourism stakeholders. The key tourism objectives are; · To increase visitation to Saint John in all tourism markets · To extend the average visitor length of stay · To encourage repeat visitation · Create an image of Saint John as a year round tourism destination · To position Saint John as the 'centre of tourism activities' in the Bay of Fundy region and St. John River Valley 2 · Increase positive publicity to Saint Jo1m through promoting Saint John proactively to the travel media in Canada and the US. The department is staffed with five full time positions and operates four VICs with one casual and 18 seasonal employees. The performance of Saint John tourism (2006) has been excellent with total tourism expenditures estimated at over $227M (see attached). Analvsis Opportunities Saint John continues to develop the critical infrastructure necessary to deliver year round tourism opportunities, Harbour Station, the Imperial Theatre, the Pedway system, Harbour Passage, the Trade and Convention Center, the Heritage Area, a new Cruise Terminal, new dining establishments, the Arts Center, the New Brunswick Museum, numerous art galleries and cultural events, the Reversing Falls phenomenon, extensive new shopping locations in the City, the City Market, three new hotels, expanded air access, a location on the Bay of Fundy and proximity to the Maritime, Quebec and New England tourism markets are but a few of the many positive attributes for the City to continue to build on. Saint John is also well positioned to integrate and expand on the extensive marketing and promotion activities of the Provincial Department of Tourism to become 'the preferred destination' for tourists in the Province of New Brunswick. The generation of over $400,000 in new marketing funds from the Destination Levy also presents an opportunity to not only expand but also re-think our marketing efforts. Needs Fragmented effort is the most often cited weakness in the current approach to tourism promotion in Greater Saint John. The 2006 City of Saint John Tourism Marketing Strategy prepared by the former Manager of Tourism notes that, 'the many committees and boards in Saint John charged with tourism promotion and development in the area leads to a confused blending of roles and mandates, even to those in the tourism industry. What's more, committee members are often the same industry players.' This same observation was put forward in the 1998 Halliday Proposal"... the industry is fragmented and lacks 'clout' since there are so many bodies, leading to confusion, a diffused effort, loss of information and blurring of roles and mandates." Likewise, the 2003 Tourism Development Strategy authored by City staff noted that, "while each of these organizations has a distinct role and mandate in the Greater Saint John Region, there is no coordinating body responsible for overall tourism efforts and/or coordination of tourism activities." 3 The attached diagram is indicative of the problem, Hospitality Saint John, Venue Saint John, Cruise Saint John, the Saint John Hotel Association, and Uptown Saint John are but a few of the regional players in addition to the government agencies and funding partnerships. Both the Events Management Study and the Saint John Hotel Association report have cited the need for an integrated and comprehensive approach to tourism promotion with an independent board representing the various sectors and funding partners. Staff have concluded there is a need and an opportunity for a Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for Greater Saint John. A fully integrated DMO will bring a strategic focus to the efforts of the various tourism sectors (including an events resource), create a unified marketing strategy, better sharing of information and opportunities, eliminate duplication of effor4 minimize overhead costs, coordinate branding and take full advantage of the fmancial and human resources currently available. The City should support the development of a DMO for Greater Saint John. It must be clearly understood however, that the DMO must look to the broad needs of the tourism industry (restaurants, motels, bars, shops, campgrounds, cultural venues, cruise market etc)~ not only the interests of a few large hotels. The decision making authority and the financial resources of the City will be instrumental tools in this regard. ChallengeslRisks The transition to a DMO to address the tourism marketing needs of Saint John (public and private) while a major step fOlWard, will also bring with it a number of matters of concern. 1) The Destination Marketing Levy has only been in place for 6 months and the annual amount of new funding to be generated has yet to be determined. Equally important, the longevity of this source of funding is unknown as only 5 hotels are partnering in this voluntary levy at the moment. (Efforts are underway to bring the new hotels in to the program). In addition, the existing contractual commitment for each partner ends in April 2010. 2) While there is apparent community support for a dedicated resource to pursue large event opportunities and potential funding opportunities have been identified in the committee report, there are no actual funding commitments yet in place. 3) The successful operation of a Public-Private DMO is predicated on effectively responding to the mutual needs of the various partners. At present the allocations of the Tourism Saint John Budget and the Destination Marketing fund are done independently. A joint planning and allocation process is needed to take full advantage of the new funds available. 4 4) A Board structure, appointment process, mandate, responsibility for existing tourism functions, staffing, decision making authority, budget process and reporting relationship have yet to be fully developed, let alone agreed upon, The City cannot make a $1,000,000 commitment of public funds without these basic matters being addressed to the satisfaction of Common CounciL 5) The staffing issues will have to be resolved. There is a strategic leadership void in the Tourism department and the existing staff members have contractual protections that cannot be ignored. The City has an obligation to respect their commitments. 6) The future status of the numerous existing partnerships and committees must be resolved. A real advantage of a DMO is the potential for a strong strategic marketing focus and the elimination of duplication of effort. This cannot be achieved if the existing stakeholder groups continue to operate with independent agendas. 7) The City derives supplemental funding from a variety of government and private sector partners for various initiatives. The needs of these partners and their funding commitments must be protected as we move forward. Finally, it will be difficult for any group or organization, including the City, to make a long-term commitment be it financial or otherwise, until the leadership, marketing strategy and desired outcomes are explicitly determined. General Observations }- Tourism is extremely beneficial to the City of Saint John. This industry generates over $225,000,000 in economic benefits to the region. Market trends are shifting and we must be ever cognizant of these changes. While we are well positioned to further expand and capitalize on these tourism opportunities, a move to an integrated DMO as proposed must produce better results, new opportunities and an increased likelihood of success. For this reason a careful, well thought out concept and an equally attentive focus on execution are necessary. A hasty transition will leave many questions unanswered, accountability for results unclear and lessen the likelihood of success in the long-term. );> The tourism market is becoming increasingly competitive both on a regional and national level. Our neighbouring communities are making increasing and substantial investments in new convention facilities, parking and hotels and are expanding their sales and marketing efforts on the ground. The City and its industry partners must respond effectively not only with operating funds but also quality infrastructure if we are to remain competitive. >- The tourism market is a dynamic one that requires an inherent flexibility, entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to adjust objectives and tactics to meet ever 5 changing market opportunities. It has been suggested that this culture is difficult to establish in a purely local government environment. ).- There are a range of DMO models in existence across the country. It is clear from the findings of the Hotel Association report that each has grown and developed in a unique manner over time in response to local needs. The approach should be no different in Saint John. We would do well to learn from the best, capitalize on the experience of others and build what will best serve local needs and interests, Simply adopting a model from another region is unlikely to be successful in the long-term. }> The Tourism market is by its nature a cyclical one. A long-term strategic marketing approach with an emphasis on short/medium term performance will avoid reactive responses to short term issues (loss of a convention bid, closure of a facility etc). );;. Exceptional executive leadership of the DMO will be essential to a successful endeavour. A DMO Board will be by its very nature a volunteer undertaking and it will be largely up to the nerson at the helm of the new organization to set the overall pace and direction for the organization, It would seem to be more advantageous to fill this leadership position at the outset of the development of the DMO. };> The City will continue to be the primary and most significant funding agency in a DMO. The decision making authority and need for full accountability for the expenditure of public funds cannot be compromised in a new structure. };> The use of the DMO model is common in other jurisdictions and it is the model favoured by industry. Given the level of public funding it will be necessary to develop appropriate performance criteria in order to properly determine whether or not the results warrant long-term support of this approach. Proposed Path Forward Staff are proposing a series of actions that recognize the need for the Destination Marketing Levy to mature and the equally important necessity to fully develop a DMO model that will meet the needs of the funding partners and other stakeholders in the tourism sector. ).;> There is an immediate need to engage a new Tourism Director to ensure that market opportunities are not lost during the reorganization period and to provide the leadership to help lay the groundwork for the new DMO. This person would be initially hired by the City (perhaps on a contract basis) based on an open competition and eventually assume responsibility for the operation of the DMO. To ensure industry support, a three person panel appointed by the City (with industry representation) would screen and interview the applicants and make a 6 recommendation to the City Manager. This approach IS consistent with the process used previously. )0 An Interim Working Committee (3-5 members) comprised of industry and City representatives would then be struck by the City with a mandate to develop a comprehensive DMO model. Working with the new Director, the committee would develop a comprehensive model setting out all pertinent matters including; responsibilities, structure, process. decision making, budgeting, accountability. funding, staffing, performance criteria, partnerships, roles of existing committees etc. Some consultation with industry representatives and other communities will be required at this stage. )0 The Interim Working Committee would also be given responsibility to develop a detailed terms of reference and Funding Partnership for the Events Office Resource. The events resource person would work from the DMO office to minimize overhead and to take full advantage of the marketing and promotion resources of the DMO. A timely resolve to these matters may allow for this resource to be engaged and begin hislher efforts from the City Tourism offices even before the DMO is fully operational. };;. In the short-term (12-18 months) the Hotel Association and the Tourism Saint John would negotiate an agreement on the use of existing Destination Marketing funding in conjunction with City funds so as to avoid the potential loss of immediate marketing opportunities and avoid duplication of effort. )0 The final step would be to seek formal approval/support for a proposed DMO model - Structure/Organization/Strategy/OutcomeslFinancing - from the City, Hotel Association and other key Stakeholders. };> Once formal approval is secured the DMO would be formally initiated with a target date of July 2009. The 18 month time frame will allow sufficient time to complete the staffing process, consult with industry representatives, develop the detailed workings ofthe DMO and allow the marketing levy to mature. Why not move more quickly? The proposed path forward recommends q steady transition to the establishment of a full service and fully integrated Destination Marketing Organization in cooperation with the private sector. This approach is deemed necessary so as to ensure that the DMO model has broad industry support and is truly sustainable over the long-term. At this point, while some are in full support of the creation of a DMO, the industry representation is primarily from the Hotel sector and the City must take the time to build the necessary networks and legal framework to support the broader interests of the Tourism sector. Likewise, the success and longevity of the destination marketing levy must be known with greater certainty. 7 Vision 2015 The Vision 2015 Goals provide that; Our City has a diverse, vibrant, resilient, environmentally sound economy that actively supports wealth creation, innovation, entrepreneurship and individual economic well- being. Our City offers a variety of economic and employment opportunities where individuals thrive with exciting employment options that reward them for their service. The evolution to a full service Destination Marketing Organization in conjunction with the private sector will contribute to the attainment of this goal. Simply put by striving to make Saint John the preferred tourist destination in New Brunswick we will be creating new investment opportunities and new job opportunities, supporting wealth creation and encouraging the development of new tourism infrastructure in Saint John. Financial Implications There is no added cost to the City. The City has made a 3 year stable funding commitment for tourism expenditures and this amount will not change. The development of the DMO must be accomplished within this envelop. It is anticipated that the destination marketing levy will generate approximately $400,000 in new revenues annually to further enhance our marketing efforts. Long-term Considerations In addition to the business advantages, the creation of a DMO 'in conjunction with industry' is predicated on the availability of a substantial new source of revenues. In the event that the destination marketing levy were to cease at some point in the future then the decision making and governance provisions of the DMO will have to be amended to fully reflect the City's financial contribution. Conclusion The Tourism sector is of major economic importance in our region. We must compete on a regional and national level if Saint John is to become the 'destination of choice' in New Brunswick and beyond. The transition from a City department to a public-private Destination Marketing Organization offers the potential for new revenues, a new entrepreneurial spirit and the flexibility to respond effectively in a dynamic tourism market. Careful development of a DMO model that best meets the needs and interests of our community will establish a solid foundation for future growth in this sector. 8 Recommendation That Common Council endorse the creation of Destination Marketing Organization for the City of Saint John in conjunction with the private sector and authorize the City Manager to proceed with the development of a recommendation for a new DMO consistent with the proposed path forward. Re\$~~ '6,atri~k Woods CGA Deputy City Manager L~~~ik~ Terrence L. Totten FCA City Manager 9 TOURISM SAINT JOHN PERfORMANCE 2006 · Total toLJrism expenditLJres in Saint John are forecast to have increased by 11.8 percent to a new high of $227.2 million · Saint John recorded the second highest increase in annLJal OCCLJpancy rate in Eastern Canada and the highest east of Ontario (second only to Hamilton/Brantford in all of eastern Canada) · Saint John attained both the highest percentage increase and the highest actLJal increase in rooms sold east of Montreal · Saint John attained a 7 percent increase in total visitors and a 11 percent increase in overnight visitors · Saint John performed above the provincial average against all markets and seasonal travel segments · Saint John performed well in the US market with a remarkable 21 percent increase in room sales as compared to the overall provincial increase of 1.9 percent · Visitor Information Centre Visitation increased by 6 percent · Visitation at BarboLJr's General Store increased by 37 percent · Visitation at Reversing Falls increased by 10 percent · US Motorcoach Visitation at Reversing Falls increased by 19 percent · Canadian Motorcoach Visitation at Reversing Falls increased by 15 percent · Rockwood Park campers increased by 11 percent in tent days over 2005 · Saint John had 35 Cruise ship calls for a total of 87,759 passengers in 2006 · 2006 was a BIG year tor conventions and sporting events, with nearly 300 events hosted in the city, and at least one or two major events going on in the city e-Iery month last year · The total number of delegates/participants increased trom 43,000 to 48,000, up 12 percent · These events were worth over $36-million dollars to our local economy 1Go1rl{"'~llMt SAINT JOHN Tourism Saint John · P. O. Box 1971 · Saint John, NB ElL 4L1 Toll Free: 1.866 Go Fundy. Fax: (506) 632-6118 · E-mail: visitsj@saintjohn.ca www.TourismSaintJohn.com Tourism Organization in Saint John, New Brunswick ,A~~,i>~~, '" ~ =hi~~~:,. A~~~kP;:~ .; ,.,:-.'~. >'.' -,,"i~' ;;,~ ;:-:~-~~,-,; ;.', ~ '~;;'.., _ _ _ ~ _ _ __ - - - - --- - -- - - ...--- - - - - ---r - -- _.. , , --1 , , --, , f.'~ .' ~-:' ''';';." tfj~;ffn~4~~1JiyXt:: ., City I Dcpl of Tourism & Parks City I TlANB -City meets quarterly with provincial department. -Co-ap campaigns in external mal'kets. -Travel media partnership .T\.rI.....f...."""',..,1-, ..."~m~1"/..h" .Partidpate jn marketing/product development committee on A NB Board member , , , -; , , L______.., January 4, 2008 Common Council of The City of Saint John Your Worship and Councillors: Re: LNG Facility - Real Property Tax Common Council at its last meeting asked that I review the real property taxing arrangement put in place respecting the LNG Facility at Red Head. The request was focused upon whether the City could alter the taxing relief which has been established for this Facility. This correspondence has been prepared as a result. It would be useful to briefly review the background to the existing taxing arrangement. Representatives of Irving Oil approached the City requesting relief from the real property tax burden which would have applied under the then existing legislation. I provided Common Council with advice that it was beyond the City's authority to accede to that request. Following discussions between representatives of the City and the Facility's proponents, Common Council adopted the following resolution on March 14, 2005: RESOLVED that Common Council request the Provincial Government enact amending legislation which would enable The City of Saint John to alter the Municipal real property tax otherwise payable upon a liquefied natural gas facility to be located in the City, upon such terms and conditions as the Council deems appropriate. ... /2 Common Council January 4, 2008 City Solicitor Page 2 Re: LNG Facility - Real Property Tax That resolution was forwarded to the Provincial Government and there resulted shortly thereafter an Act entitled "An Act to Comply with the Request of the City of Saint John on Taxation on the LNG Terminal". The latter effectively fixed the amount of municipal tax payable for a period of 25 consecutive years without Council involvement. As you can clearly see, the amount of real property tax payable with respect to the LNG development is fixed by Provincial Legislation and is thus not within the City's authority to alter. Any alteration would require change to Provincial Legislation. Respectfully Submitted, John L. Nugent City Solicitor (r; ( The City of saint John Norm McFarlane Mayor's Office Bureau du maire December 27, 2007 Deputy Mayor and Councillors, Subject: Recommended Appointments to Committees The Committee of the Whole having met on December 17, 2007, makes the following recommendation: Heritage Development Board - to appoint Kurt Peacock for a three year term ending December 17,2010. LYVlJ-1 Norm ~ane Mayor $ SAINT JOHN P.O. Box '971 Saint John, NB Canada E2L 4111 W'MV.saintjohn.ca I c.P. 1971 Saint lohn, N.-B. Canada ElL 4L 1