MINUTES - Council - 19990127
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 02-99
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, January 27, 1999
7:30 p.m.
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Deputy Mayor West in the Chair; Councillors Griffith,
Hartwell, Hinder, Hogg, McKenzie, and Morris.
Mayor Jones was absent on vacation. Councillor
Healy absent due to a family commitment.
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 Secretaries.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#32. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein with the
following additions:
• Correspondence from Regina & Thomas Seidel, Michael McLaughlin,
Craig Glynn and William Cathers re: Anne Bartley Smith Property,
“High Tor”.
• Report CO999-006-023 re: Application under Public Utilities Act to
Compel Water Connection at 11 Alm Court.
• Memorandum from the Director of Leisure Services re: Jack Wood
Park Tree Pruning.
• Memorandum from Councillor West re: Pen Equity Sports
Entertainment Centre, Bayview Avenue.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
M I N U T E S
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Michael Evans, Aurora True Value Hardware re:
Fair Commercial Property Taxes in Aurora
Mr. Michael Evans, a merchant in the downtown core, expressed concern that Council
did not take measures to help the businesses of Aurora when they were hit with
staggering business taxes last year. He questioned Council’s support for an
advertisement protesting the Government’s decision with regard to commercial tax
caps. Mr. Evans indicated that last year many Councillors from other regions spoke on
behalf of small businesses, but no Aurora Councillors spoke in support at that time.
Council was informed that small businesses are not renewing their leases pending tax
related decisions. Mr. Evans suggested that it may be necessary for merchants to
consider proposition #13, which was a tax revolt in California ultimately resulting in the
decision to limit municipal taxes to 1% of property purchase value.
#33. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Councillor Morris re: Delegation Request
Of Jennifer Robertson re: Draft Strategic Plan
Councillor Morris informed Council that recently the Town undertook to review the
Strategic Plan and in doing so invited comments from the public. A newly developed
citizen’s group wished to present to Council, their suggestions in refining the specific
Section that deals with the conservation of the natural and cultural heritage of Aurora.
Councillor Morris then introduced Jennifer Robertson.
Ms. Jennifer Robertson thanked Council for the opportunity to contribute to the Strategic
Plan Review and proceeded to explain the background of the group, which comprised of
local residents who are concerned about the need to guard natural environmental
spaces within the Town of Aurora. She introduced the members, giving a brief
background of each one, and described various local environmental issues that the
group has been involved with. Ms. Robertson explained that it is the view of the group
that a more pro-active approach is necessary to preserve and maintain the ecologically
diverse green-space in this region. The Group proposed that revising the Strategic Plan
to increase the priority of guarding our natural environment will bring about proactive
initiatives.
#34. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to the
Strategic Plan review.
CARRIED
Paula James, Resident re: Pruning of Trees in Jack Wood Park
Ms. Paula James, a resident at 67 Dunning Avenue, presented a petition to Council
containing signatures from a number of her neighbours who opposed the proposed
pruning of trees in Jack Wood Park. Council was informed that the trees provide a
sense of lush green space for residents. When the trees are pruned, the bare space
would expose a bowling alley and a business property, both of which are not as
pleasing to the eye. She explained that the park is virtually unused and there is no
history of safety problems. Ms. James asked Council to re-consider the pruning of the
trees proposed to be undertaken in the near future.
#35. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for discussion to the
Unfinished Business section of the Agenda.
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CARRIED
Ontario Heritage Foundation re: Proposed Gift of Land to the
Town of Aurora from the Ontario Heritage Foundation
Mr. Richard Moorhouse, Director of Heritage Programs advised Council that the
Foundation would like to propose to the Town a gift of a portion of the Foundation’s
property located on the northeast of Bloomington Road and Bathurst Street, which was
bequeathed by the late Anne Bartley Smith. This gift would celebrate and
commemorate Mrs. Smith’s life and her commitment for conservation. Council was
advised that the Foundation is in a position to make such a proposal because of its
conservation mandate and its authority under the Ontario Heritage Act. He informed
Council that the Foundation participated in a number of discussions within the
community about the property.
Mr. Moorhouse informed Council that the Ontario Heritage Foundation proposed to gift
to the Town of Aurora a significant portion of the property for use as a park, subject to a
heritage agreement. He advised that the Foundation would work in a flexible and co-
operative way with the Town to determine the area of the park, based on sound
conservation and planning principles. The Foundation also proposed to sell the
remaining portion of the property and use the proceeds from the sale to support the
park and other heritage projects in Aurora and across Ontario in the memory of Mrs.
Anne Bartley Smith. The Town and the Foundation would install park signs to
commemorate Mr. and Mrs. Smith and to recognized their generosity to the people of
Ontario. The Foundation and the Town would work together in a timely way to achieve
and implement mutually acceptable terms related to this proposal. Mr. Moorhouse
requested that the Town accept the Foundation’s proposal as outlined above and
support the sale of the balance of the property.
#36. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Susan Walmer, Resident re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Ms. Susan Walmer, a resident of 76 Elderberry Trail thanked Council and residents for
their attendance. She indicated that the South West Taxpayers Association believes
that the Ontario Heritage Foundation’s proposal should be stopped. Concerns about
the impact and scope of the changes to the community, the long term effects on
schools, traffic and the environment as a result of developing the land and the spirit and
intent of the Smiths, were voiced.
Ms. Walmer sighted various meetings and dealings between her group and the Ontario
Heritage Foundation and she expressed concern over the lack of documentation around
this issue. She presented to Council a court document compiled and filed by the legal
firm for the estate of Mrs. Smith. Ms. Walmer read portions of text acknowledging from
the executor’s perspective, that it would be acceptable to sever off part of the land if
needed, but the proceeds must be used only to finance the preservation of the balance
of these lands. It was their submission based on this document that proceeds cannot be
used to finance other Ontario Heritage Foundation projects across Ontario.
It was suggested that the Ontario Heritage Foundation is trying to set a new precedent
and it was their opinion that they should be protecting the lands held in trust for all of the
residents of Ontario.
It was requested that the Ontario Heritage Foundation reconsider their current proposal
and take the document to their counsel to review and to fully investigate the impact of
this new information.
Ms. Walmer urged Council to delay consideration of the proposal until these
investigations are complete. She indicated that she would be happy to continue
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working with the Ontario Heritage Foundation and Council in these investigations and
thanked Council for considering her request.
#37. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Brian MacEachern, Resident re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Mr. Brian MacEachern, resident of 111 Allenvale Drive informed Council that the
residents in the vicinity want the Anne Bartley Smith’s property preserved for parkland in
its entirety. He questioned Council’s involvement with “High Tor” in 1990 and the
contents of the Planning Report which was discussed by Council on September 9,
1998. He expressed concerns with increased traffic, overcrowing of schools and water
availability in the area if this land was severed and developed. Mr. MacEachern
indicated that Council, as elected representatives and the voice of the community,
should refuse the offer of a park and stop any re-zoning of “High-Tor” until the matter is
fully investigated.
#38. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Evelina MacEachern, Resident re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Mrs. Evelina MacEachern, a resident of 111 Allenvale Drive commented on the Ontario
Heritage Foundation’s claim that the funds collected from the disposition of the land will
go toward promoting the legacy of Anne Bartley Smith. Mrs. MacEachern then listed
several examples showing that Mrs. Smith through her life has donated millions of
dollars to various charities and community services including York County Hospital.
She urged Council to let the legacy be the land, and to refuse the offer of the “park on
the slope”.
#39. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Walter Mestrinaro, Resident re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Mr. Walter Mestrinaro, a resident of 8 Springmaple Chase informed Council that he
concurred with the comments made by Ms. Susan Walmer. He indicated that this is an
issue of morality and ethics, and is about the residents of the area. He requested
Council not to accepted this gift of the Smith’s property as proposed by the Ontario
Heritage Foundation until the issue is fully investigated.
#40. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Bryan Moir, Resident re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
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Mr. Bryan Moir, resident of 9 Springmaple Chase advised Council that the comments
and presentations made through the evening should be evidence that Mrs. Smith was
virtuous and true of heart. He recommended that Council give her the respect she
deserves in death as she would have commanded in life. In light of the court document
that Ms. Walmer has uncovered, it was suggested that going ahead with the proposal
would be an economic crime against Mrs. Smith and against taxpayers. He asked
Council to hold off on making a decision until all the facts are clear.
#41. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Braden Doerr , Resident re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Mr. Doerr, a resident of 131 Allenvale Drive explained that his property adjoins the
Smith’s property. He chose that home based on green space and was assured that the
HighTor land was owned by the Ontario Heritage Foundation, thereby assuming that it
would be preserved. Mr. Doerr asked what Council’s true intention in this matter is, why
develop the land at all, and how will property owners be compensated for loss of
property value due to development.
#42. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Wendy Agostino, Resident of 99 Bonnie Meadows Drive re: Anne Bartley Smith
Property, “High Tor”
The Deputy Mayor advised that the delegate was not in attendance at the meeting.
Dr. Darren Poncelet re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Dr. Poncelet a resident of Toronto informed Council that he is looking to purchase a
home in south-west Aurora. He advised that he became aware of the ongoing issue
regarding the Anne Bartley Smith property during his search for a home in the area. Dr.
Poncelet expressed concern with the Ontario Heritage Foundation’s intention for the
Smith’s property and advised that the Foundation is dishonouring the wishes of Anne
Bartley Smith. He suggested the action the Foundation is proposing is contrary to their
mission. Council was informed that they have an opportunity in this situation to not only
continue to build a well-balanced community, but to also show integrity and honour Mrs.
Smith’s wishes by making “High Tor” protected parkland.
#43. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
Richard Himel re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”
Mr. Guy Poppe a resident of 71 Elderberry Trail informed Council that he was asked by
Mr. Richard Himel to convey information on his mother, Mrs. Anne Bartley Smith. He
provided a brief memoir of the late Mrs. Smith and then introduced Richard Himel, her
only child.
Mr. Richard Himel extended his appreciation to the residents in attendance at the
meeting and indicated that he was saddened by the need to be at the meeting this
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evening. He informed Council that his mother was a person of high attributes, whose
objective in life is to promote, build and preserve. He stated that his mother died in
December 1987 and that her ashes were spread over “High Tor”. His mother donated
her land “High Tor” to the Ontario Heritage Foundation because she wanted that land to
be preserved. He showed photographs of the house on the property which he claimed
that the Ontario Heritage Foundation did not preserve. Concerns were expressed with
the Foundation’s intention for his mother’s property and their motive for disposition of a
portion of the land. Council was encouraged not to participate in this transaction.
#44. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the comments of the delegate be referred for consideration with
Report CO99-004-016.
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Meeting No. 43-98, Wednesday, December 16, 1998
Special Council-Public Planning Meeting No. 44-98, Thursday, December 17, 1998
Council Meeting No. 01-99, Wednesday, January 13, 1999
#45. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the Minutes of Meeting Numbers 43-98, 44-98 and 01-99 be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Ministry of Finance re: Repeal of Supplementary
Assessment Fee
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to the Treasurer.
York Region, Regional Health & Social Services Committee re:
Clause No. 10, Report No. 11 – City of Toronto, Air Quality
and Federal Standard for Sulphur in Fuel
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
York Region, Regional Health & Social Services Committee re:
Clause No. 11, Report No. 11 – Update on Electromagnetic
Fields (EMF’S)
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
York Region re: Class Environmental Assessment -
Bayview Avenue from Mulock Drive to Wellington Street
in the Towns of Newmarket and Aurora
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Bill Fisch, Regional Chair re: York Region Official Plan
SECTION “A” – CONSENT ITEMS
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Report Card Background Reports
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
York Region, Chief Administrative Officer re: Clause No. 1,
Report No. 9 – Fire Services Advisory Committee,
Terms of Reference
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to Staff for a Report.
Town of Newmarket, Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville,
Town of Caledon re: Aurora’s Resolution regarding
Bill 79 and Year 2000 Compliance
THAT the items of correspondence be received as information.
Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville re: Town of Aurora -
Emergency Response Plan for Year 2000 Concerns
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Town of Richmond Hill re: Notice of the Passing of Zoning
By-laws by the Town of Richmond Hill
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
Aurora Public Library Board re: Executive for 1999
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
York Simcoe Five Pin Bowlers Association re: Request for
Proclamation – “Kids Help Phone”, March 1999
THAT March 1999 be proclaimed “Kids Help Phone” month in the Town of
Aurora.
140 Squadron Aurora Air Cadets re: Request for Tag Days
April 22-24, 1999 in the Town of Aurora
THAT permission be granted to the 140 Squadron Aurora Air Cadets to
conduct tag days on April 22-24, 1999 in the Town of Aurora.
Memorandum from Councillor West re: St. John’s Sideroad
Public Meeting
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
STAFF REPORTS
BA99-003-011 - Transfer of On-site Sewage Records
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into an agreement
with the Regional Municipality of York for the transfer of records pertaining
to on-site sewage systems.
CO99-001-012 – Amendment to Administration Policy #7
Volunteer Fire Fighters – New Call Back Rate of Pay
THAT Council approve an amendment to Administration Policy #7 to
adjust the call back rate of pay for Volunteer Fire Fighters to provide pay
parity to that of Aurora’s Full Time Fire Fighters as of April 1st, 1999.
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TR99-002-013 – Extension of the Edutran Transportation Inc.
Contract for Disabled Transit
THAT Council approve the extension of the contract between the Town of
Aurora and Edutran Transportation Inc. to operate the Aurora Access Bus
beginning January 27, 1999 to July 31, 1999.
PL99-002-014 - Town of Newmarket - Amendment No. 6
Southwest Newmarket Secondary Plan
THAT Report PL99-002 be received as information; and
THAT the Municipal Clerk advise the Regional Municipality of York that
the Town of Aurora has no objection to Amendment No. 6 to the Town of
Newmarket Official Plan.
PL99-003-015 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Brookfield Homes Ltd., 2-24 Orchard Heights Boulevard
St. Andrew's Village, Part of Lot 1, R.P. 246, D14-01-99
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment application D14-01-99 regarding the rezoning of 2-24
Orchard Heights Boulevard scheduled for the February 25, 1999 Public
Planning meeting.
#46. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Hinder
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
AMO Municipal Alert re: Important Bill 79 Regulations Released:
Calculation of Capped Property Taxes
#47. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
York Region re: Aurora Members on the Regional
No Smoking By-law Committee
#48. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT Councillors West and Morris be appointed voting members for the
Regional No Smoking By-law Committee.
CARRIED
City of Toronto, Strategic Policies and Priorities Committee re:
Clause No. 21, Report No. 26 – Payment in Lieu of Taxes for
SECTION “B” – MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
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Provincial and Federal Buildings
#49. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Town of Newmarket re: Resolution – Funding of
Transportation Systems
#50. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora endorse the resolution of the
Town of Newmarket; and
THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Transportation, Minister of
Finance, the Canadian Urban Transit Association, and Frank Klees,
M.P.P. be advised in this regard.
CARRIED
Town of Pickering re: Resolution – Child Poverty in Ontario
#51. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
The Royal Canadian Legion re: Request for Exemption
From the Education Portion of Their Property Taxes
#52. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the correspondence be referred to Staff for a Report.
CARRIED
Communication Committee re: Review of the Web Site
Initiative – December 1998
#53. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the correspondence be referred to the Budget Committee.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Mayor Jones re: Chief Administrative
Officer Reporting Relationship with Council
#54. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT a Management Committee be established comprising of the Mayor,
Deputy Mayor West, and Councillor Morris to facilitate the annual
performance review of the Chief Administrative Officer and to develop an
ongoing communication process with and between the Chief
Administrative Officer and Council.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
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Budget Committee Report No. 02-99
Wednesday, January 20, 1999
#55. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the Report of the Budget Committee Meeting No. 02-99 be received
and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
Communications Committee Report No. CC99-001
Monday, December 7, 1998
#56. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Committee Record of the Communications Committee Meeting
held on December 7, 1998 be received as information; and
THAT Council consider during budget deliberations a 1999 budget
allocation of $10,000.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
CO99-004-016 - Ontario Heritage Foundation/Bartley-Smith Lands;
Delegations of Ontario Heritage Foundation, Susan Walmer, Brian MacEachern,
Evelina MacEachern, Walter Mestrinaro, Bryan Moir, Braden Doerr, Darren Poncelet,
and Richard Himel; and
Correspondence from Regina & Thomas Seidel, Michael McLaughlin, Craig Glynn and
William Cathers re: Anne Bartley Smith Property, “High Tor”.
#57. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the Management Committee be directed to establish a Committee
to work with Town staff, staff of the Ontario Heritage Foundation and their
representatives, interested citizens, and appropriate government and
environmental groups; and
THAT the Committee target to return with a recommendation to Council,
concerning the appropriateness of a dedication of land, funds and other
details in a timely manner.
CARRIED
PL99-008-017-Ontario Municipal Board Hearing, Proposed Consent Applications Dical
Investments, 18 Ing Court, Lot 12, 65M-2725, B-07/08-98, D10-07/08-98
#58. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT staff be authorized to attend at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing
scheduled for March 3, 4 and 5, 1999; and
THAT in consultation with the solicitor, such Town of Aurora staff and
outside expertise as required as expert witnesses for the Ontario
Municipal Board hearing be authorized to attend.
CARRIED
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TR99-003-018 - Bill 79 – Fairness for Property Tax Payers Act 1998
#59. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT TR99-003-018 be received for information; and
THAT a meeting be scheduled for February 2, 1999 for a “Bill 79 – Tax
Policy for 1998 and Implications for the Town of Aurora” briefing session.
CARRIED
RESOLUTIONS
Appointment to the Aurora Cemetery Board
#60. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT Ms. Susan Chute be granted an extension of two years to her
current appointment on the Aurora Cemetery Board
CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PW99-003-019 - Traffic Operations on Wellington Street East
#61. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the matter of relaxation of the parking regulations in front of
Premises No. 38 Wellington Street East be referred to the Region of York
for inclusion in the forthcoming Regional Staff report on the operation of
the Wellington Street/Yonge Street intersection and the parking/traffic
regulations on Wellington Street East from Yonge Street to Wells Street;
and
THAT Regional Staff be requested to present their draft study results and
recommendations to the Town of Aurora Council prior to the completion of
their study.
At this point in the Meeting, Deputy Mayor West relinquished the Chair to Councillor
Morris.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
#62. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the Region of York be requested to provide the Town with the
collision information at Wellington Street and Yonge Street intersection.
CARRIED
At this point in the Meeting, Deputy Mayor West resumed the Chair.
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED
PL99-007-020 - Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law
Amendment, 919179 Ontario Limited, Part of Lot 2,
Registered Plan 107, 120 Wellington Street East
D09-05-98, D14-15-98
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Official Plan Modification – OPA No. 19
Baldwin Feed Mill Lands, 124 Wellington Street East
D09-07-96
#63. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT subject to the conveyance of road widenings and easements as
required by the Public Works Department, staff be directed to prepare
relevant Official Plan and zoning by-law documents for Council review,
incorporating the changes as noted within the staff report.
CARRIED
Delegation of Paula James and Memorandum from the Director of Leisure Services
Re: Pruning of Trees in the Jack Wood Park
#64. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT staff be directed to proceed with trimming the trees at the entrance
of Jack Wood Park and that the trimming height be reduced without
compromising safety in the area.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Treasurer re: Bayview Wellington,
Phase III, Rear Laneway
#65. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the laneways in the Phase III of the Bayview-Wellington subdivision
remain in public ownership;
THAT the cost for maintenance and capital replacement be determined
and added to the annual taxes of each benefiting homeowner;
THAT the developer be responsible to advise prospective purchasers of
the estimated surcharge through Agreements of Purchase and Sale and
through warning clauses incorporated into the Agreements to be
registered on title; and
THAT the necessary By-law be prepared under section 64 of the Local
Improvements Act.
CARRIED
CO99-006-023 - Application under Public Utilities Act to Compel Water Connection
at 11 Alm Court
#66. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT external legal counsel be retained to respond to the Application,
relying on such staff resources as are required, in counsel's opinion, to
adequately do so.
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CARRIED
Memorandum from Councillor West re: Pen Equity Sports Entertainment Centre
Bayview Avenue near the Zellers Plaza
#67. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT Pen Equity be encouraged to include in their pending proposal for a
sports entertainment centre a swimming pool and sauna and a 5-plex
cinema.
CARRIED
BY-LAWS
#68. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for First 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.
4030-99.H Being a By-law to appoint Municipal
Law Enforcement Officer for the
Corporation of the Town of Aurora
(David Nesbitt).
4031-99.P Being a By-law to provide a
Schedule of Fees to the
Refreshment Licencing
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.
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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 First Time.
CARRIED
#69. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for Second 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.
4030-99.H Being a By-law to appoint Municipal
Law Enforcement Officer for the
Corporation of the Town of Aurora
(David Nesbitt).
4031-99.P Being a By-law to provide a Schedule
of Fees to the Refreshment Licencing
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 Second Time.
Aurora Council Minutes No. 02-99 Page 15
Wednesday, January 27, 1999
CARRIED
#70. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
by-laws for Third Reading:
4023-99.L Being a By-law to authorize the
conveyance of land being Part of
Block 48, Registered Plan 65M-3220.
4026-99.P Being a By-law to repeal By-law
3802-97.P to require the installation
of smoke alarms in dwelling units.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
#71. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
by-law for Third Reading:
4030-99.H Being a By-law to appoint Municipal
Law Enforcement Officer for the
Corporation of the Town of Aurora
(David Nesbitt).
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#72. Moved by Councillor Morris
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:26 p.m.
CARRIED
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T. JONES, MAYOR L. ALLISON, MUNICIPAL CLERK