MINUTES - Council - 19990210M I N U T E S
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 04-99
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, February, 10, 1999
7:00 p.m.
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Hartwell, Healy,
Hinder, Hogg, Morris, and West.
Councillor Griffith was absent on vacation, and
Councillor McKenzie was absent due to illness
STAFF MEMBERS Acting Chief Administrative Officer/Director of
Corporate Services, Director of Planning, Director of
Building Administration, Director of Leisure Services,
Director of Public Works, Fire Chief, Treasurer, and
Council/Committee Secretary.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mayor Jones declared an interest in Recommendation #12 of the General Committee
Report No. 02-99, regarding report PL99-010-24 in relation to Timberlane Tennis and
Country Club due to employment with same and did not take part in or vote on any
questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#76. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein with the
following additions:
• Memorandum from the Director of Leisure Services re: Town Park
Capital Budget Submission.
• Correspondence from Mr. R. Cunningham, resident and Mr. C.
Ruscica, resident, requesting an investigation into the prospect of
placing a Crossing Guard at the intersection of Seaton Drive and
Murray Drive.
CARRIED
IN CAMERA
Property Acquisition Matter
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#77. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT this Council proceed In Camera to address a property acquisition
matter.
CARRIED
At 7:05 p.m. Council recessed. The meeting resumed at 7:30 p.m.
Mayor Jones welcomed the 16th Aurora Girlguides, along with Guiders Freida Rubletz
and Judy Katzman, who were in the audience observing the Council in session.
PRESENTATIONS
Region of York Transportation Department
re: Region’s Long Term Water Project
Allan Wells, Regional Chief Administrative Officer, thanked Council for the opportunity
to introduce the presentation on York Region’s Long Term Water Project. Mr. Wells
defined the intention of the presentation, explaining the magnitude and importance of
this project. Mr. Wells noted that Council was considering the retention of Dr. Katherine
Davies as a consultant on this project, and commented that this was a very prudent
action to take.
John Livey, Regional Commissioner of Planning, delivered the first segment of the
presentation regarding Planning context. Mr. Livey demonstrated through graphs a
breakdown of the predicted population growth in the Region of York between now and
the year 2026. The current and future need for an improved and increased water supply
were Illustrated.
Debbie Korolnek delivered the second segment of the presentation regarding Water
Master Planning. Ms. Korolnek discussed how current initiatives to supplement ground
water supplies fit in with Master Servicing Plans. She detailed numerous studies and
research strategies undertaken by the Region, including public polling of residents and
the decision to commence a partnership with Consumers Utilities, a Private Sector
Industry. Ms. Korolnek detailed the Current Work Program involving Water
Quality/Treatability, System Assessment and Public Consultation.
Bruce Macgregor delivered the final component of the presentation regarding Drinking
Water Quality Issues. Mr. Macgregor discussed the Regulations and Guidelines around
Safety Standards of Ontario Drinking Water, listing the Region’s Quality Goals, Water
Quality Facts, Contamination Threats and the Great Lakes Quality Initiatives. He ended
the presentation by sharing endorsements for the project from the City of Toronto
Department of Public Health and Pollution Probe.
#78. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the presentation be received and referred for consideration with
report PW99-07-31 - Lake Ontario Water Quality Review - Terms of
Reference for Consultant.
CARRIED
George D. Timpson, Chair of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board
re: Traffic Safety Study - Phase 2 Report and;
Traffic Safety Advisory Board Report No. TSAB99-02
Tuesday, February 2, 1999
George D. Timpson, Chair of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board addressed the Mayor
and Members of Council, thanking them for the opportunity to present the 1999 Aurora
Traffic Safety Study and Report. Mr. Timpson introduced the members of the Board in
attendance, and reviewed the Board’s mandate. He reviewed the process of obtaining
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iTrans as a consultant to assist in the preparation of the final report and introduced Mr.
Tyrone Gan, President of iTrans and Mr. Ray Bacquie, Engineer with the firm. Mr.
Timpson went on to describe the context and intent of the policies contained within the
Report in keeping with the existing characteristics of the Town of Aurora. It was
suggested that the policies can be implemented at one time or over a period of time to
ease the budgetary requirements.
Mr. Timpson referred to Recommendation 2 of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
Report No. 2 suggesting that if a public forum is established, the Aurora Traffic and
Safety Board would be happy to assist with such an endeavour. In regards to
Recommendation 4, Council was advised that the board would support the
establishment of a Roadwatch committee. Mr. Timpson then introduced a 7th potential
recommendation suggesting that an implementation plan be prepared by the Public
Works Department for the consideration of Council.
Mr. Timpson introduced Mr. Ray Bacquie, Engineer for iTrans. Mr. Bacquie used
overhead aids to help outline and explain each of the areas listed in the Traffic Safety
Study Phase 2 Report. These areas included a breakdown of the Phase 1 Report,
Common Signage Samples, Collector Roads, Pavement Marking Alternatives, Various
Signage Options and a list of Exhibits ending with Traffic Calming Alternatives.
#79. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Traffic Safety Advisory Board Report No. TSAB99-02
be referred to staff for a report outlining costing and implementation
measures.
CARRIED
#80. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor West
THAT stopping be prohibited on the west side of Allenvale Drive from
McClellan Way to Charing Crescent, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to
9:30 a.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; the Clerk be directed to
introduce the bill for two readings and provide notification to the affected
residents;
THAT parking be prohibited on the south side of Amberhill Way at
anytime, from John West Way to the easterly limit; the Clerk be directed to
introduce the bill for two readings and provide notification to the affected
residents; and
THAT the request to remove or relocate stop signs on Orchard Heights
Boulevard be denied; and the owner be advised he may relocate the
driveway to St. Andrew’s Court, at his sole expense, pending appropriate
application to the Public Works Department.
CARRIED
At 9:58 p.m. Council recessed. The meeting resumed at 10:02 p.m.
DELEGATIONS
Gary Templeton, Templeton - Lepek Limited
re: Proposed Revised Plan of Subdivision, Old Park Holdings Limited,
Part of Lot 80, Concession 1, E.Y.S., Southwest of Wellington St.
and Bayview Ave., D12-92011 and;
PL99-09-32 - Proposed Revised Plan of Subdivision Old Park
Holdings Limited, Part of Lot 80, Concession 1, E.Y.S.
Southwest of Wellington St. and Bayview Ave. D12-92011
Gary Templeton of Templeton-Lepek Limited addressed the Mayor and Council
Members, stating that the draft plan has been reviewed and altered, as a result of
concerns expressed by Council at the General Committee meeting held on December
10, 1998. The impact of double car garages on the streetscape, overall density of the
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area and issues relating to parking and size of curb cuts for snow removal were
revisited by the proponents.
Changes including the introduction of a block of townhouses between the semi-
detached homes, wrap-around porches and single car garages on all corner units, were
outlined. It was stated that the average density in that area is 10 to 20 units per net
acre, and the proposed plan is 16.8 upa. Mr. Templeton commented that the builders,
Heathwood Homes, have been active in Aurora in the past, and have a good reputation
with the Town. The Builders are willing to work with Council, Staff and a Control
Architect on the design and development of this plan.
Mr. Templeton asked that Council concur with the staff recommendation and that the
draft plan be approved.
#81. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
That the proposed revised draft plan of subdivision prepared by
Templeton-Lepek Limited, File No. 515A, dated revised January 9, 1999,
File Number D12-92011 be recommended to the Region of York for Draft
Approval subject to the conditions of draft approval attached as "Appendix
A" being met prior to final approval; and
That the concerns raised by members of Council be referred to the Design
Control Architect.
On a recorded vote, the resolution was CARRIED
YEAS: 6 NAY: 1
VOTING YEA: Councillors Hartwell, Hinder, Hogg, Morris, West and Mayor Jones
VOTING NAY: Councillor Healy
#82. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Healy
That the provisions of the procedural By-law be waved, the hour of
adjournment be extended and the agenda be completed.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
York Region, re: The Official Plan Report Card
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Town of Halton Hills and the Township of Uxbridge
re: Aurora’s Resolution - Bill 79-Year 2000 Compliance
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Toronto Transit Commission
SECTION “A” – CONSENT ITEMS
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re: Bus Operations on Burnhamthorpe Road
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation
re: The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation
Spring ’99 Home Lottery
THAT permission be granted for Lottery Tickets to be sold at the
requested locations in the Town of Aurora.
Canadian National Institute for the Blind
re: Request for Proclaimation “White Cane Week”
February 7th - 14th 1999
THAT February 7th - 14th 1999 be proclaimed “White Cane Week” in the
Town of Aurora.
Ontario Property Assessment Corporation
re: Appointment of President and Chief Administrative Officer
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Kennel Inn Inc.
re: Quarterly report for Oct., Nov. and Dec. 1998
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Sue Miller, Resident
re: Parking Concerns Aurora Heights and Laurentide
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to the Traffic Safety
Advisory Board.
Jean Small, Resident, re: Parking Concerns at the
intersection of McClellan Way and Allandale
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to the Traffic Safety
Advisory Board.
Committee of Adjustment, Notices of Decision
Application - B-01-99/D10-01-99 (Berni)
Application - A-02-99/D13-02-99 (Jeffs)
Application - A-01-99/D13-01-99 (Casey)
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
STAFF REPORTS
PL99-12-27 Site Plan Agreement Shell Canada
Limited Lots 73, 74, 75 & 76, Registered Plan 46
14958 Yonge Street (at Ransom Street) D11-06-98
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a mutual release
pertaining to a Site Plan Agreement previously entered into and registered
on title as Instrument No. R728212 pertaining to lands municipally known
as 14958 Yonge Street; and further, that file number D11-06-98 in relation
to this matter be closed.
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#83. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the suggested resolutions respecting the matters listed as “Consent
Items” be adopted as submitted to Council and Staff be authorized to take
all necessary action required to give effect to same.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
York Region re: Notice of Finance & Administration Meeting on
Thursday, February 18, 1999
#84. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Town of Tillsonburg
re: Request for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
to Restrict and regulate Rottweiler and Pitbull Dogs
Through the Municipal Act, RSO 1990
#85. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
WITHDRAWAL: The motion was withdrawn with the consent of the mover and seconder.
#86. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora endorse the correspondence
from the Town of Tillsonburg.
DEFEATED
#87. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
City of Vaughan
re: Regional Council to review the apportionment of Regional costs in relation to the
representation on Regional Council.
#88. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
General Committee Report No. 02-99
Thursday, February 4, 1999
#89. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
SECTION “B” – MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
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THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 02-99 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted,
with the exception of Recommendation nos. 4 and 14.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 02-99
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1999 - RECOMMENDATION NO. 4
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority re:
East Holland River Subwatershed Plan
#90. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the allocation of the funding for Aurora’s share of the Holland River
Watershed Plan be referred to the Capital Budget Discussion.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE GENERAL COMMITTEE METING NO. 02-99
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1999 - RECOMMENDATION NO. 14
TR99-004-026 - 1999 Capital Budget and;
memo from the Director of Leisure Services re: Town Park Capital Budget
#91. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the 1999 Capital Budget including expenditures totalling
$8,334,653.00 be approved.
#92. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West
THAT this Council proceed In Camera to discuss legal aspects of the
1999 Capital Budget.
CARRIED
At 10:56 p.m. the Council meeting recessed. Council reconvened at 10:59 p.m.
Upon the question of the adoption of the portion of the proposed budget respecting the
renovations to the McMahon Building it was:
CARRIED
Upon the question of the adoption of the balance of the Capital Budget as proposed it
was:
CARRIED
At 11:02 p.m. Councilor Hinder left the meeting.
Zoning By-law Review Committee Report No. 01-99
Thursday, January, 28, 1999
#93. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
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THAT the Report of the Zoning By-law Review Committee Meeting No.
01-99 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be
adopted.
CARRIED
Traffic Safety Advisory Board Report No. TSAB99-01
Tuesday, January 12, 1999
#94. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the request for stop signs at Connaught Avenue and Edward Street
be denied;
THAT the letter regarding traffic concerns along Aurora Heights Drive and
Orchard Heights Boulevard be referred to the York Regional Police for
enforcement; and
THAT the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board meeting
held on January 12, 1999 be received as information.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
CO99-07-28 - Advance Funding Program Charity Roster
#95. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Advance Funding Program Charity Roster set out on Schedule
“A” of report CO99-07 be approved; and
THAT staff be directed to submit the Charity Roster to the Ontario Lottery
Corporation prior to the program deadline of March 31, 1999.
CARRIED
TR99-07-29 - 1999 Interim Tax Bill
#96. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West
THAT Council approve the issuance of the 1999 Interim Tax Bill to the
Residential, Farmland, Managed Forest and Pipeline Classes.
THAT Bill 4036-99.F be given three readings at the February 10, 1999
Council Meeting.
CARRIED
TR99-08-30 - 1998 Tax Policy under Bill 79
#97. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council supports the Region of York’s use of the 10-5-5 Capping
Tool in isolation of other tax mitigation tools to meet the provisions of Bill
79 for 1998.
CARRIED
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PW99-07-31 - Lake Ontario Water Quality Review
-Terms of Reference for Consultant and;
Presentation by Region of York Transportation Department
re: Region’s Long Term Water Project
#98. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West
THAT retention of Dr. Katherine Davies to ensure the concerns of Town
Council and the residents of Aurora with respect to Lake Ontario water
quality are fully and satisfactorily addressed be confirmed; and
THAT the Terms of Reference for Dr. Davies’ work be as described in the
document “A Report on Water Quality for the Towns of Newmarket and
Aurora: A Proposal from Ecosystems Consulting” dated January, 1999;
and
THAT Council agree to the equal cost sharing of this aspect of the
consulting service with the Town of Newmarket.
CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
TR99-005-33 - Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 385 Tax Status
At this point in the meeting, Councillor Healy declared an interest in Report TR99-005-
33 - due to membership with the Legion and did not take part in or vote on any
questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions.
#99. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT report TR99-05-033 be received for information.
THAT Council exempt the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 385, Aurora,
from upper and lower tier municipal taxes, and staff be directed to prepare
an implementing by-law for Council’s consideration and;
THAT Council grant the exemption to the Royal Canadian Legion, Ontario
Command and Branch 385 for 1999 and 2000.
CARRIED
Councillor Healy, having previously declared an interest in this Report due to
membership, did not take part in the vote called for in this regard.
BY-LAWS
#100. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for First Reading:
4036-99.F Being a By-law to
provide for an interim tax
levy in the year 1999.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
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#101. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for Second Reading:
4036-99.F Being a By-law to
provide for an interim tax
levy in the year 1999.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
#102. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
by-laws for Third Reading:
4022-99.F Being a By-law to provide a
Schedule of Fees to the
Building By-law 3487-93.
4028-99.T Being a By-law to dedicate certain
lands as public highways on
Registered Plan 39 and
Expropriation Plan No. 269023
forming part of Reuben Street
and St. John’s Sideroad.
4029-99.F Being a By-law to authorize a
Schedule of Fees for the sale of
Town publications and to prescribe
Service charges for administrative
Matters.
4031-99.P Being a By-law to provide a
Schedule of Fees to the Refresh-
ment Licensing By-law 3624-95.P.
4032-99.P Being a By-law to provide a
Schedule of Fees to the Adult
Entertainment Parlour By-law 3496-93
4033-99.P Being a By-law to provide a
Schedule of Fees to the Body Rub
Parlour By-law 3493-93.
4034-99.P Being a By-law to provide a
Schedule of Fees to the
Limousine By-law 3734-96.P.
4035-99.F Being a By-law to authorize a
Schedule of Fees for applications
Made in respect of Planning matters.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
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#103. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
by-laws for Third Reading:
4036-99.F Being a By-law to
provide for an interim tax
levy in the year 1999.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
NOTICE OF MOTION
Councillor West gave Notice that the previously introduced Motion respecting Municipal
Amalgamation will be tabled at the next Council Meeting.
QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Hogg - Inquired about the Town’s support for the Annual Horse
Show.
Councilor Morris - Addressed a resident’s concern related to parking in the
vicinity of the Town Hall Area and asked staff to examine
the potential for a system of prepaid overnight parking
permits
Councillor Healy - Requested staff endeavor to determine whether there
was an ongoing initiative to change the legislation
respecting the posting of uniform speed limits.
NEW BUSINESS
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority re:
East Holland River Subwatershed Plan
#104. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT $25,000 be allotted from the Municipal Capital Reserve to fund the
Study for the South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority, Subwatershed
Plan.
CARRIED
Correspondence from Mr. R. Cunningham, resident and Mr. C. Ruscica, resident,
requesting an investigation into the prospect of placing a Crossing Guard at the
intersection of Seaton Drive and Murray Drive
#105. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT correspondence from Mr. R. Cunningham and Mr. C. Ruscica,
requesting an investigation into the prospect of placing a Crossing Guard
at the intersection of Seaton Drive and Murray Drive be referred to staff.
CARRIED
Special Meeting to be held on February 11, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
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#106. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the notice provisions of the procedural By-law be waived so that
Council can conduct a Special Meeting on February 11, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#107. Moved by Councillor Morris
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:44 p.m.
CARRIED
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T. JONES, MAYOR L. ALLISON, MUNICIPAL CLERK