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During the General Government Committee meeting on November 4, 2019, the committee discussed the Clarington Climate Action Planning as outlined in Report CAO-011-19. Mayor Foster declared an interest in sections 6.4 to 6.7 of the report and left the room, refraining from discussion and voting on
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The General Government Committee of Clarington approved the 'Vehicle for Hire By-law' during its meeting on November 4, 2019. The resolution, numbered GG-507-19, was moved by Mayor Foster and seconded by Councillor Zwart. The committee received Report CLD-022-19, which included the by-law
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The General Government Committee of Clarington approved ongoing repairs for miscellaneous catch basins and maintenance holes to be managed by Coco Paving Inc. during their meeting on November 4, 2019. The committee awarded Coco Paving Inc. a contract for a second one-year term at an annual bid of $133,
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On October 15, 2019, the General Government Committee awarded the contract for the Supply and Delivery of Winter Sand to Young Aggregates. The bid amount was $299,378.00, which includes the Net HST Rebate. Young Aggregates was identified as the lowest compliant bidder that met all terms, conditions, and
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On October 15, 2019, Christopher Norris, Manager of Customer Service Experience, and Bill Holmes, Acting General Manager of the Durham Region Transit Commission, presented a comprehensive review of transit services in Durham's rural areas to the General Government Committee. Mr. Norris outlined three primary objectives for the Rural
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The General Government Committee of Clarington approved amendments to the Traffic By-law 2014-059 regarding parking meters in Bowmanville during a meeting on October 15, 2019. The changes include an increase in parking meter rates from $0.50 to $1.00, effective January 1, 2020. Additionally, the two-hour
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On October 15, 2019, the General Government Committee of Clarington approved a resolution to incorporate a Land Acknowledgement Statement to be read aloud by the Mayor or designate at the start of public regular and special meetings of Council, as well as at civic celebrations and other official events hosted
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During the General Government Committee meeting on October 15, 2019, discussions regarding the South Bowmanville Recreation Centre included the approval of the proposed facility program. The committee referred the Phase I project budget of $48,005,300 to the 2020 budget deliberations. Additionally, the committee authorized staff to complete the
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The General Government Committee of Clarington has approved the Waterfront Trail upgrades, awarding the contract to Gray’s Landscaping & Snow Removal Inc. for a total bid amount of $499,853.79 (Net HST Rebate). The total project cost is estimated at $581,200.00, which includes construction, engineering design,
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On September 23, 2019, the General Government Committee of Clarington discussed new legislation regarding drinking in parks, specifically concerning tailgate parties. The committee received Report CLD-020-19, which proposed that the Municipal Clerk, in consultation with relevant staff, be authorized to make decisions regarding proposed tailgate events on municipal
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On September 23, 2019, the Clarington General Government Committee passed Resolution # GG-439-19, directing staff to develop and implement a program aimed at eliminating single-use plastics in municipal facilities and buildings, where environmentally responsible alternatives exist. The resolution mandates that staff report back to the Council after six
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On September 23, 2019, the General Government Committee of Clarington received a report regarding updates to the health benefit program for municipal employees. The committee approved a recommendation from Mosey & Mosey to transition the Extended Health and Dental Benefits programs to an Administrative Services Only (ASO) funding arrangement with