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MINUTES - Council - 19990414 TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING NO. 11-99 Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Wednesday, April 14, 1999 7:30 p.m. ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Griffith, Hartwell, Healy, Hinder, Hogg, McKenzie, Morris, and West. STAFF MEMBERS 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 certain aspects of Report 05-99 of the General Committee regarding the delegation of Brutto Consulting in relation to the Wycliffe/Diamond application, in Reports PL99-034-091, PL99-029-080, and certain aspects of Report PL99-035-092 regarding Wycliff/Diamond Homestead by virtue of his residence in the vicinity, and in certain aspects of Report PL99-035-092 regarding 610645 Ontario Ltd. (Timberlane Tennis Club) due to employment with same, and did not take part in or vote on any questions in these regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. APPROVAL OF AGENDA #230. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein. CARRIED DELEGATIONS Dale and Nancy Lee Doige, Organ Donor Family and Jenny Boden, Organ Recipient, re: Organ Donor Awareness Week, April 18th - 24th Dale Doige introduced himself and his wife Nancy Lee as an organ donor family and shared his experience of losing their ten year old son to a fatal cerebral aneurysm in April 1997. Shortly before the incident, when Mr. Doige was filling in his Organ Donor Card, their son showed an interest in the Organ Donor Program and asked what was required to qualify. Mr. Doige explained that anyone could be a donor. When their son was struck with the aneurysm and declared legally brain dead only one week later. Mr. and Mrs. Doige felt it would be their son’s wish to donate his organs, and on Friday, May 2, 1997, their son passed away. M I N U T E S Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 2 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 Mrs. Nancy Lee Doige then came to speak of the Multiple Organ Retrieval and Exchange Program (M.O.R.E.) and of how supportive and helpful it’s representatives had been. She explained that the program respects family wishes, without disclosing personal information of recipients or their families, allowing an opportunity to correspond with recipients through the M.O.R.E. Program. She told of at least 6 people who received new hope and restored quality of life through the donations of one person, noting that there is still a great need for new donors. She explained that in Ontario the donor rate is one of the lowest in the world, and of those who do choose to participate only a small percentage are able meet the conditions for successful organ transplantation. Mrs. Doige thanked Council for the opportunity speak about this issue and urged Council to continue to support and promote the M.O.R.E. Program. She also thanked the Communications Committee for their efforts to find new ways to promote the Program in anticipation of Organ Donor Awareness Week on April 16 to 25, 1999. She then introduced Jenny Boden, an Aurora resident and recipient of a kidney transplant. Ms. Jenny Boden explained that she was a resident of Aurora for 20 years and had been suffering from kidney failure since 1991. She described the treatment of her illness being kidney dialysis twice a week, 4 hours per treatment. Ms. Boden explained how this restricted her life and caused physical and emotional strain on her and her family, until January of 1994 when she was matched with a donor and given a kidney transplant. Ms. Boden shared the excitement of receiving a new chance at life and expressed her hope that all who were listening would consider supporting this wonderful program, and Organ Donor Awareness Week. #231. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hinder THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information. CARRIED Margery Herndler, Resident re: Traffic Concerns on Poplar Crescent and Henderson Drive Ms. Herndler, Aurora resident living on Poplar Crescent, expressed her thanks for being given the opportunity to speak on this issue. Ms. Herndler reiterated great concerns on behalf of herself and neighbours on Poplar Crescent in regards to the issues set out in her letter contained within the agenda. Mrs. Herndler read the letter to members of Council, outlining the issues of speeding, noise pollution resulting from heavy traffic and new development in the area, and an abundance of driving school vehicles. Ms. Herndler offered some possible solutions including a variety of options for signage, the reinstatement of a No Trucks sign previously removed from the area, a speed bump or stop sign to slow down traffic, radar and /or police monitoring traffic in the area and the possibility of creating a By-law prohibiting loud music from car stereos. Ms. Herndler concluded by explaining that she couldn’t reach all of the residents in the area, prior to sending the letter, but would be willing to continue her collection of signatures if it would help. She then expressed her appreciation for being allowed the opportunity to voice concerns. #232. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor West THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information, and referred to the Traffic Safety Board. CARRIED Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 3 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 Katherine Leonard, Aurora & District Historical Society Re: Church Street School Building Ms. Katherine Leonard introduced herself as a member of the Executive Council of the Aurora Historical Society. Ms. Leonard expressed great disappointment on behalf of herself and the Society in hearing that the proposed link between Church Street School and the Library may not be going forward. It was stated that the Society had been consulted by an architect some time ago and was anticipating this link with much excitement, recognizing the benefits to the Church Street School due to the delivery of much needed restoration. In the event of a decision to not bring forward the link proposal, is was suggested that Council place high consideration into not only the new Library, but also the needs of Church Street School, the duplex located at 16-18 Church street as well as the Library Square as a whole. Ms. Leonard mentioned the Provincial recognition and honouring of the historic value of the school and house, and she proceeded to detail the nature and extent of the repairs needed to restore the school. In closing Ms. Leonard proposed three initiatives. The first being the creation of an ongoing dialogue between the Town and the Aurora Historical Society on the restoration of Church Street School and development of Library Square. The second being the Development within the next 18 months, in conjunction with the Society, of a five year action plan for Church Street School, and finally the development of new visions, looking at examples of other Historical Building restorations in other communities, making a viable, important public space. Some suggestions were given for possible uses of the school, including a cultural centre within the school, a museum combined with a small concert space or small theatre and stage, gallery space for exhibits or displays and there are two major rooms on the main floor which could be used as meeting rooms for groups of 200 people or more. #233. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor West THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information. CARRIED Residents of Amberhill Way re: Amendment to Parking By-law 4045.99.T with Respect to Amberhill Way and Petition Andy Brooks, spoke on behalf of the Amberhill Way residents. Mr. Brooks stated that 36 signatures had been collected in opposition of the proposed parking restriction on Amberhill Way. Mr. Brooks explained that the residents had voiced concerns over speeding in the area, and were never concerned over parking issues. Mr. Brooks expressed residents’ fear that the already existing problem of speeding in the area would increase with the proposed parking restriction. Mr. Brooks stressed that the parking is very necessary to the residents of the street due to limited space in driveways so visitors or second vehicles need the availability of on street parking. The concern for safety was stressed, on behalf of the residents. It was requested that Council reconsider the proposed amendment to the Parking By-law prohibiting parking on one side of Amberhill Way. Mr. David Brannigan, resident, also spoke in favour of retaining parking on both sides of the street siting comments recently made by a traffic engineer related to the calming effect that parked vehicles have on the street. #234. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information, and referred to the Correspondence Section for discussion. CARRIED SECTION “A” – CONSENT ITEMS Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 4 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS Premier of Ontario Re: Council’s Resolution regarding Land Ambulance Services to Municipalities THAT the correspondence be received as information. Canadian Red Cross Society Re: Notification of Sale of Red Cross Lottery Tickets THAT the correspondence be received as information. Carla Preece, Resident re: Request Permission for Street Party on Beatty Crescent, June 19, 1999 (rain date is June 20, 1999) THAT permission be granted to the residents of Beatty Crescent to close off Beatty Crescent from 2:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. for a street party on Saturday, June 19, 1999 (rain date is Saturday June 26, 1999); THAT the residents notify the Aurora Public Works Department regarding the provision of barricades to close off the street if necessary; and THAT the residents notify the Aurora Fire Department, York Region Police, York County Hospital Ambulance Services, and all residents on the said street of this event. Archie Milne, Resident re: Millennium Celebrations into the 21st Century THAT the correspondence be received as information. Mrs. Lea Shayuk, Resident re: Concerns about Construction and Repairs to Temperance Street and Resulting Tree Pruning THAT the correspondence be received as information and referred to the Director of Public Works for a response. STAFF REPORTS CO99-014-093 - Quitclaim Deed – Part 2, Plan 65R-164 3599 Temperance Street (Khalili) THAT Council authorize the acceptance of a Quit Claim Deed for Part 2, Plan 65R-16435 for road widening purposes at a cost of $625.00 plus registration fees; and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents to give effect to same. CO99-015-094 - Proposed purchase from Town of Aurora Part of Lot 106, Plan 246 (Royal Woodworking Co. Ltd.) THAT Staff be directed to place the required land sale notice in the local newspaper for two weeks, advertising the proposed conveyance of Part of Lot 106, Plan 246 to the adjoining owner; and THAT upon receipt of no adverse comments thereafter, the Clerk be authorized to introduce a Bill authorizing the conveyance of the lands. CO99-017-095 - Acquisition of Land Part of Lot 76, Concession I, W.Y.S. (Dinning) THAT Council authorize the acquisition of Part of Lot 76, Concession I, W.Y.S. from Eileen Dinning for road widening purposes for $16,000.00, Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 5 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 based on the terms and conditions set out in the Offer to Purchase Agreement; THAT Bill 4051-99.L, being a by-law to authorize the acquisition be provided 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading; and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents to give effect to same. CO99-020-096 - Transfer of Easements to Yorkwood Homes Wellington Inc. Part of Lot 81, Concession I, E.Y.S. (Amberhill Phase II) THAT Staff be directed to place the required land sale notice in the local newspaper for two weeks, advertising the proposed transfer of easements over Part of Lot 81, Concession I, E.Y.S. to the adjoining owner; THAT upon receipt of no adverse comments thereafter, and approval of Site Plan Application D11-07-98, Council approve the conveyance of the easements to Yorkwood Homes Wellington Inc.; and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary documents to give effect to same. LS99-001-097 - Tender No. LS1999-007 - Wide Area Front Rotary Mower THAT Council approve the purchase of a Wide Area Front Rotary Mower (Ransomes 951) at a total cost of $61,237.50 from G.C. Duke Equipment Limited. LS99-007-098 - Authorization to Execute Indemnity Associated with Celestica Inc. and Spectrum Educational Supplies Ltd. THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Indemnity Waiver with Celestica Inc. and Spectrum Educational Supplies Ltd. for the purpose of utilizing the parking facilities located on the lands owned by these companies on Saturday, April 24, 1999. FI99-006-099 - Fire Communications Agreement THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a renewal agreement with the Town of Newmarket, for provision of Fire Communications at a cost of $1.39 per capita. PL99-036-100 - Application for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment McGrath-Hunter Part of Lot 17, Registered Plan 68, and Lot 164 and Part of Lots 163 and 165, Registered Plan 246 15085 Yonge Street D09-06-98, D14-20-98 THAT Report PL99-036 be received as information; and, THAT Bill 4058-99.D to implement Official Plan Amendment No. 27 receive first and second reading. PW99-024-101 - Acceptance of Municipal Services - Various Developments THAT Council grant approval for the acceptance of the municipal services within the plans of subdivision as follows: M-15 Wimpey (Parkland Court) M-39 Westview Drive M-42 Hunter Hill Phase I (Elderberry Trail) Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 6 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 M-49 Banbury Court M-50 Ontario Housing Phase I M-51 Allaura Boulevard M-57 Valhalla M-64 Sandbury (Sandusky/Wiles) M-70 Matjohn (Hunter’s Glen) M-80 Ransom Court M-87 Valhalla (Odin Court) M-1310 Aurora Orchards M-1312 Aurora Orchards M-1327 Devins Drive & Bigwin Drive M-1425 Wimpey (St. Andrew’s Court) M-1457 Ashton Dene M-1500 Aurora Gardens M-1582 Wycliffe Hunter’s Woods (Steeplechase) M-2002 Milligan (Illingworth Court) M-2012 Tripsed (Ind. Pkwy. South, Englehard) M-2019 Village in the Valley (Woodsend Cres.) M-2036 Granada (Golf Links) M-2037 Granada (Golf Links) 65M-2122 Candac Properties (Hazelburn) 65M-2124 Ontario Housing Phase II 65M-2189 Wimpey (Aurora Orchards Phase I) 65M-2207 Valhalla Court 65M-2215 Golf Glen Phase III (Devlin Place) 65M-2298 Casey Priestly (Valhalla Court) 65M-2395 Southold Phase II 65M-2441 Aurora Highlands Phase II (Brookland) 65M- 2580 Bentley #235. Moved by Councillor Hartwell 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 Ministry of Finance and Association of Municipalities of Ontario Alert re: “Municipal Exposure Reduced”, Provincial Support for Municipalities Delivery of Land Ambulance and Public Health Services #236. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Healy THAT the correspondence be received as information. CARRIED Ministry of Finance re: Fairness for Property Taxpayers Act, 1998 #237. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Healy THAT the correspondence be received as information. SECTION “B” – MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 7 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 CARRIED Minister of Labour, re: Restrictions on Awarding Construction Contracts in Ontario to Quebec Companies #238. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Griffith THAT the correspondence be received as information. The motion was withdrawn with the consent of the mover and seconder. #239. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora endorse the directives of the Ministry of Labour in regards to Restrictions on Awarding Construction Contracts in Ontario to Quebec Companies; and THAT the Premier of Ontario and the Minister of Labour and the Premier of the Province of Quebec be so advised. CARRIED Town of Grimsby re: Shortage of Family Physicians #240. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora endorse the resolution of the Town of Grimsby; and THAT the Premier of Ontario, Minister of Health, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Frank Klees, M.P.P. be advised in this regard. CARRIED County of Prince Edward Resolution re: Petitioning Ministry of Environment re: Voluntary Financial Support of Material Gathering Industries #241. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora endorse the resolution of the County of Prince Edward; and THAT the County of Prince Edward be advised in this regard. CARRIED Letter from Monique Marsh, re: Amendment to Parking By-law 4045.99.T Relating to Parking on Amberhill Way and Delegation from Residents of Amberhill Way #242. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the correspondence and By-law 4045.99.T be referred back to staff for further discussion, consideration of issues raised and possible revisions. CARRIED Memorandum from the Director of Leisure Services re: Request for Exemption to the Noise By-Law for the Purpose Of Holding a “Dance in Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 8 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 the Park” Special Event on Wednesday, June 30, 1999 from 7:00 p.m. to Midnight #243. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the request for exemption from the Noise By-law for the purpose of holding a “Dance in the Park” event between 7:00 p.m. and Midnight on June 30, 1999 be approved. CARRIED Memorandum from Mayor Jones, on behalf of Management Committee re: Management Structure of Leisure Services Department #244. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy THAT Carolyn Kearns of the Randolph Group be retained to assist The Town in addressing issues relating to the present middle management structure of the Leisure Services Department, with a view towards a report that would assist in increasing the overall effectiveness of the Departments operations. REFERRAL: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was: #245. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the correspondence be referred to an In Camera discussion at the end of the meeting. CARRIED COMMITTEE REPORTS General Committee Report No. 05-99 Thursday, April 8, 1998 #246. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 05-99 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted. CARRIED Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in the delegation of Claudio Brutto and Items 15, 16 and 17 of the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 05-99, relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor West during the consideration of these matters and did not take part in the vote called for in this regard. Upon conclusion of this matter, Mayor Jones resumed the Chair. STAFF REPORTS ADM99-007-105 - Joint Library Expansion Committee Recommendations - New Library Project #247. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT Council proceed with the library expansion needs based on the Link connection with the Church Street School based on the Aurora Public Library Feasibility Study dated October 29, 1996. Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 9 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 On a recorded vote, the resolution was DEFEATED YEAS: 4 NAY: 5 VOTING YEA: Councillors Griffith, Hartwell, Healy, and Morris. VOTING NAY: Councillors Hinder, Hogg, McKenzie, West and Mayor Jones. #248. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg 1. THAT the approval to proceed with the Library Expansion needs based on the construction of a new library facility on recently acquired lands fronting on Yonge Street be given; 2. THAT a project target timetable be prepared by staff with a goal of attaining an April 2000 construction start with occupancy to occur prior to the end of next year; 3. THAT staff be directed to report further on the options, timing implications and cost/benefit issues associated with the various approaches to the construction processes set out in the Report of Stafford Haensli Architects dated March 29th, 1999. 4. THAT staff be directed to work with the Joint Library Expansion Committee, the Library Board and/or Library Staff as appropriate to complete the committee mandate within the context of the construction of a new facility, including preliminary program development, identification of capital cost funding sources, operating cost projections and any additional identified pre- construction activities; 5. THAT an updated project budget based on the construction of a new building be prepared and submitted to Council for consideration prior to year-end; and 6. THAT based on the Council commitments to the Library Expansion project contained herein, the Library Board be encouraged to commence the public fundraising campaign, one million dollar contribution to the anticipated project cost. On a recorded vote, the resolution was CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY YEAS: 9 NAY: 0 VOTING YEA: Councillors Griffith, Hartwell, Healy, Hinder, Hogg, McKenzie, Morris, West and Mayor Jones. FI99-009-102 - Consolidated Fire Communications #249. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith THAT Council endorse in principle the establishment of a consolidated fire communications and dispatch system among the nine municipalities in York Region, providing the initial start-up costs are funded through the Region of York; THAT Council approve in principle that the annual operating costs for the new system and centre be shared equitably among the nine participating municipalities, and providing that the costs of operation remain reasonably consistent with current dispatching and communications costs; THAT Staff prepare a report to Council outlining costs and additional details before final approval is obtained for Aurora’s participation in the new arrangements; and Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 10 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 THAT Council approve the immediate conversion of fire two-way radio communications and paging to the system that York Regional Police currently use, providing the costs are covered by the Region as part of the initial start-up cost. CARRIED LS99-012-103 - Building Demolition 15145 - 15147 Yonge St. #250. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor McKenzie THAT staff be directed to proceed with obtaining sealed invitational bids for the demolition of the property building located at 15145-15147 Yonge Street. CARRIED TR99-012-104 -1999 Insurance Policy Renewal #251. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Griffith THAT Council receive the following update on the Town of Aurora’s 1999- 2000 Insurance Policy Renewal. THAT the limit of liability with respect to Municipal Liability, Errors and Omissions, Non-Owned Automobile and Owned Automobile Policies be increased to $15,000,000, with an additional annual premium increase of $6,410. THAT the weekly indemnity limits for the Councillors Accident Policy be increased for Total Loss of Time to $500 and for Partial Loss of Time to $250, with an annual premium increase of $126. CARRIED RESOLUTIONS Appointments to the Millennium Committee #252. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT Alex Ansell, Mark Marshall, Jacqueline Stuart, Cathy Harris, Kathryn O’Dwyer, Colleen Gowan and Patty MacLean be appointed to the Millennium Committee. CARRIED Appointments to the Ontario Heritage Foundation/”High Tor” Ad Hoc Committee #253. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie THAT James Coulter, Glen Evans and Walter Mestrinaro be appointed to the Ontario Heritage Foundation/”High Tor” Ad Hoc Committee. CARRIED UNFINISHED BUSINESS CO99-016-106 - Conveyance of Open Space Land to Adjoining Owners Part of Block 146, Plan 65M-2803 (Charing Crescent) #254. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 11 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 THAT Council not proceed with the requests to convey portions of Block 146, Plan 65M-2803, to the two (2) adjoining owners on Charing Crescent; and THAT Council encourage adjoining and nearby property owners to meet amongst themselves to initiate local solutions to the issue brought forward by Mr and Mrs Cachia; and THAT the residents be invited to contact the Leisure Services Department who may be able to assist in implementing a local solution. CARRIED Councillor West Notice of Motion re: Municipal Amalgamation #255. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith THAT Council create a Committee to review potential amalgamation with our neighbouring municipalities based on the parameters set out in Resolution 174 of the March 10, 1999 Meeting of Council; and THAT Members of Council who are interested should contact staff and advise of their intention to participate on the Committee. CARRIED BY-LAWS #256. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor McKenzie THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following bills for First Reading: 4041-99.P Being a By-law to regulate the provision of fire and emergency services, and to establish a Fire and Emergency Service Department 4051-99.L Being a By-law to authorize the acquisition of land being Part of Lot 76, Concession I, W.Y.S. (Henderson Drive reconstruction). 4052-99.H Being a By-law to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for the Corporation of the Town of Aurora. 4053-99.T Being a By-law to amend Parking By-law 3377-92 as amended, with respect to Temperance Street. 4054-99.T Being a By-law to amend Parking By-law 3377-92 as amended, with respect to Hollidge Boulevard and John West Way. 4056-99.T Being a By-law to temporarily close a portion of Yonge Street within the Town of Aurora Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 12 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 for the 1999 Street Sale. 4057-99.T Being a By-law to temporarily close a portion of Yonge Street within the Town of Aurora for the July 1st, 1999 Parade (Canada Day). 4058.99.D Being a By-law to Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 27. AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time. CARRIED Mayor Jones declared an interest in By-law 4052.99.H due to the reference to his spouse in the said By-law, and relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor West during the consideration of this matter and did not take part in the vote called for in this regard. #257. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor McKenzie THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following bills for Second Reading: 4051-99.L Being a By-law to authorize the acquisition of land being Part of Lot 76, Concession I, W.Y.S. (Henderson Drive reconstruction). 4052-99.H Being a By-law to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for the Corporation of the Town of Aurora. 4053-99.T Being a By-law to amend Parking By-law 3377-92 as amended, with respect to Temperance Street. 4054-99.T Being a By-law to amend Parking By-law 3377-92 as amended, with respect to Hollidge Boulevard and John West Way. 4056-99.T Being a By-law to temporarily close a portion of Yonge Street within the Town of Aurora for the 1999 Street Sale. 4057-99.T Being a By-law to temporarily close a portion of Yonge Street within the Town of Aurora for the July 1st, 1999 Parade (Canada Day). 4058.99.D Being a By-law to Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 27. AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time. CARRIED Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in By-law 4052.99.H, relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor West during the consideration of this matter and did not take Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 13 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 part in the vote called for in this regard. Upon conclusion of this matter, Mayor Jones resumed the Chair. #258. 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: 4046-99.T Being a By-law to amend Parking By-law 3377-92 as amended, with respect to Allenvale Drive. AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time. CARRIED #259. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following by-laws for Third Reading: 4051-99.L Being a By-law to authorize the acquisition of land being Part of Lot 76, Concession I, W.Y.S. (Henderson Drive reconstruction). AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time. CAR RIED NOTICE OF MOTION Councilor West advised that he would bring a motion respecting the Church Street School to the next meeting. QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS Councillor Hogg - Inquired about a wall sign on the East side of Yonge St. North of Centre St. and if this is a new form of advertising supported by Council. Councillor Griffith - Inquired about sand blowing from a Construction site in Aurora and what measures could be taken to prevent this from happening. IN CAMERA Personnel Matter #260. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT this Council proceed In Camera to address a personnel matter. CARRIED ADJOURNMENT #261. Moved by Councillor West THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:10 p.m. CARRIED Aurora Council Minutes No. 11-99 Page 14 Wednesday, April 14, 1999 ___________________________ ____________________________________ T. JONES, MAYOR L. ALLISON, MUNICIPAL CLERK