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On February 16, 2021, Tenzin Shomar and Hannah Oegema from the Clarington Youth Council presented to the General Government Committee regarding youth engagement in Clarington. Oegema provided an overview of the youth population in Clarington, explaining that the Youth Council serves to bridge the gap between youth and the municipal
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has approved the establishment of a community garden in Newcastle as detailed in Report PWD-014-21. The resolution, moved by Councillor Zwart and seconded by Councillor Anderson, directs staff to proceed with the establishment of the garden. Additionally, the Director of Public Works
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During the General Government Committee meeting on February 16, 2021, a confidential verbal update was provided by Rob Maciver, Director of Legislative Services/Municipal Solicitor, regarding the potential acquisition of the Bowmanville Zoo property. The committee received this update for information. No resolutions were passed during the closed session discussions
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During the General Government Committee meeting on January 25, 2021, a motion was presented by Councillor Neal, seconded by Councillor Jones, to receive a full line by line budget book. The motion received support from Councillors Jones, Neal, and Traill, totaling three votes in favor. However, it was opposed by
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Trevor Pinn, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer, presented on municipal investing options and regulations during the General Government Committee meeting on January 25, 2021. He discussed the legislative environment, current investments, and future options available to the municipality. Pinn outlined two primary investing options: remaining on the legal list with
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During the General Government Committee meeting on January 25, 2021, a new business item regarding insurance and park permits on municipal land was introduced. Councillor Jones moved that staff be directed to report back at a future meeting regarding options for insurance and park permits for events on municipal land,
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On January 25, 2021, the General Government Committee of Clarington received a memo from Rob Maciver, Director of Legislative Services/Municipal Solicitor, regarding the topic of backyard hens. The committee discussed the implications of allowing residents to keep hens in their backyards. The memo was received for information, and the
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During the General Government Committee meeting on January 25, 2021, a resolution was proposed by Councillor Neal and seconded by Councillor Jones to install garbage cans at postal boxes. The resolution also directed staff to review the fines for depositing dog waste on municipal and private property and report back
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The General Government Committee has approved plans for significant upgrades to sports courts at Stuart Park. A budget of $300,000 has been allocated for the resurfacing of the tennis courts and basketball court. Additionally, one of the existing tennis courts will be reconfigured to create four new pickleball courts.
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The General Government Committee appointed four individuals to the Energy from Waste – Waste Management Advisory Committee during its meeting on January 4, 2021. The appointees are Kerry Meydam, Sami Elhajjeh, Lyndsay Riddoch, and Jim Vinson. Their term will end on December 31, 2022. This decision was made through Resolution # GG-
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During the General Government Committee meeting on January 4, 2021, a memo from Stephen Brake, Director of Public Works, regarding public access via stairs to municipal property east of Mearns at Longworth Avenue was discussed. The initial resolution to refer this communication to the 2021 Budget was withdrawn. Subsequently, a
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On January 4, 2021, the Clarington General Government Committee passed Resolution # GG-033-21, which supports the reopening of ski hills in Ontario. The resolution was moved by Councillor Jones and seconded by Councillor Zwart. The committee noted that Brimacombe, a local ski club, laid off 278 employees on December