MINUTES - Council - 19991215
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 35-99
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, December 15, 1999
7:30 p.m.
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Griffith,
Hartwell, Healy, Hinder, McKenzie, Morris, and West.
Councillor Hogg was absent due to a previous
commitment.
STAFF MEMBERS Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate
Services/Town Clerk, Director of Planning, Director of
Building Administration, Director of Leisure Services,
Director of Public Works, Treasurer, and
Council/Committee Secretary.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mayor Jones declared an interest in the correspondence from Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt
regarding Wycliffe Design Construction and in Report No. PL99-117-370 regarding
Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision
applications submitted for property municipally known as 119 Vandorf Sideroad. Mayor
Jones’ declaration was by virtue of his employment with Timberlane Tennis and Country
Club, which is located adjacent to the subject property. Mayor Jones also declared an
interest in Report No. PL99-125-366 by virtue of his residence in the vicinity. Mayor
Jones 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.
Councillor Morris declared an interest in Report No. PL99-116-373, in reference to lands
owned by Magna International within the 2B Secondary Plan area, and in items 42 and
52 of Report No. PL99-121-355 of the General Committee Report relating to Magna.
Councillor Morris's declarations were by virtue of her spouse being employed by a
subsidiary of Magna. She 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
#794. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
M I N U T E S
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THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein with the
following additions:
• Correspondence from Brian MacEachern relating to his delegation.
• delegation request by Mr. B. Kestein regarding McKenzie Marsh on
St. John's Sideroad.
• correspondence from McCarthy Tetrault regarding Vintage
Developments Limited.
• By-law 4142-99.P a by-law to amend the Fireworks By-law to
permit the display of fireworks on December 31, 1999.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
Interim Fire Chief re: Gift to Captain David Dixon for 25 years
of Service with the Aurora Fire & Emergency Services Department
Paul Cassidy, Interim Fire Chief presented a gift to Captain David Dixon on behalf of the
municipality in recognition of his 25 years of service with the Aurora Fire & Emergency
Services Department. Interim Chief Cassidy provided a brief synopsis of the
contributions made by Captain Dixon to the Town of Aurora during his career and
commended the Captain for his valued service and efforts to enhance Aurora’s quality
of life, and congratulated him on his 25 years of service.
Mayor Jones re: Presentation of Various Plaques
Mayor Jones on behalf of the Business Development Committee presented plaques to
Bob’s Plumbing Service, Summers & Smith Cooling & Heating Ltd. and TD Bank
Financial Group for over 25 years of services, and to Aurora Bowl for over 35 years of
service in the Town of Aurora.
Mayor Jones also presented a special plaque to Councillor Herb McKenzie in
recognition of his dedicated years of service to the Special Events Committee.
DELEGATIONS
Michael Michalski, Michael Michalski and Associates re:
2B Secondary Plan - Environmental Management Strategy Addendum
Mr. Michalski provided an overview of the addendum to the Environmental Management
Strategy. He indicated that from the evaluation, they concluded that for the Northeast
Area 2B, development setbacks from the boundary of the Provincially Significant East
Aurora Wetland Complex should range between 20 metres and 35 metres and this will
protect and maintain all wetland features and functions, as per the provisions of the
1997 Provincial Policy Statement.
#795. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the presentation be referred for consideration with
Report No. PL99-116-373
CARRIED
Brian MacEachern re: Oak Ridges Moraine; and
Related Correspondence from Brian MacEachern
Mr. MacEachern advised Council of numerous articles recently appearing in the
newspapers showing a growing concern about the loss of green space around the GTA,
in particular to the north on the moraine. He urged Council to support Bill 12 in
protecting the moraine and also requested Council to take the HighTor issue to court for
a judicial ruling.
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#796. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information.
CARRIED
John Docherty, Resident re: Parking Restrictions in Bayview-Wellington Subdivision
Mr. Docherty expressed concerns regarding the parking restrictions on Ostick Street as
recommended in Report PW99-067-327 of the General Committee Report. He
suggested that parking should be alternated on either side of the street.
#797. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Recommendation No. 9 of the General Committee Report
respecting parking and traffic concerns in the Bayview/Wellington and
Amberhill Subdivisions be postponed until such time as the community
has an opportunity to propose an alternate solution.
CARRIED
Nancy Doige and Sandra Holdsworth re: Organ Donation Awareness
Ms. Doige provided a brief history of her son's interest in Organ Donor Program before
he passed away in April 1997. She requested Council to increase and support Organ
Donor Awareness in the new millennium.
Ms. Holdsworth, a recipient of an organ transplant advised Council of a Group, which
she is involved with, that is working towards raising Organ Donor awareness in Aurora.
She indicated that she is looking forward to working with Council in the new year in this
endeavour.
#798. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT April 23-30, 2000 be proclaimed "Organ Donor Awareness Week" in
the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
Pam MacDonald re: By-law 4132-99.P and Report No. CO99-064-344
Driving Schools Activity in Aurora
Ms. Pam MacDonald, a franchise owner for the Young Drivers of Canada centres in
Aurora, Newmarket, Richmond Hill and Whitchurch-Stouffville expressed concerns
regarding the Regulations Section of the By-law respecting Section 7 and subsection (3)
of Section 8, and also in the Staff Report regarding complaints from residents. She
requested Council to consider adopting a policy that would give preference to schools
operating a classroom and/or office within the municipality. She indicated that this is the
practice in Bradford West Gwillimbury. Ms. MacDonald concluded that although the
Town must address the concerns of its residents, she asked that consideration be given
to the issues raised.
#799. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT By-law 4132-99.P be given 1st reading only; and
THAT staff be directed to meet with representatives of the driving schools
to discuss this issue.
CARRIED
B. Kestein, P.A.R.K.S. re: McKenzie Marsh
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Mr. Kestein, representing P.A.R.K.S. spoke regarding the widening and reconstruction
of St. John's Sideroad from Yonge Street to Bayview to provide a four lane with left-turn
and right-turn lanes at key intersection. He expressed concerns that the widening
would be detrimental to animals and plants in the McKenzie Marsh and also this would
make the road unsafe. He suggested that St. John's Sideroad should be two- lane and
not four-lane. Mr. Kestein asked Council to give this matter the consideration it
warrants.
#800. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with the correspondence from York Region.
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Meeting No. 32-99, Wednesday, November 24, 1999
Special Council-Public Planning Meeting No. 33-99, Thursday, November 25, 1999
Special Council Meeting No. 34-99, Thursday, December 9, 1999
#801. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the Minutes of Meeting Numbers 32-99, 33-99 and 34-99 be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
York Region re: Clause No. 1 of Report No. 13 - "York Transit
Commission Implementation Plan
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
York Region, Transportation and Works Committee re:
Clause No. 7 of Report No. 15 - "Widening and Reconstruction
of St. John's Sideroad, Project 9655 - Aurora/Whitchurch-
Stouffville" and Delegation of B. Kestein, P.A.R.K.S. re: McKenzie Marsh
THAT the correspondence and delegation be received as information.
Durham Region re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority -
Expansion of Jurisdiction Within the Township of Brock
THAT be received and referred to the Region of York for endorsement.
Town of Georgina re: Amalgamation Terms of Reference
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to the Amalgamation
Committee.
Aurora Montessori School re: Request for Proclamation -
February 21st - 26th, 2000 - "Montessori Week"
SECTION “A” – CONSENT ITEMS
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THAT February 21st to 26th,2000 be proclaimed "Montessori Week" in the
Town of Aurora.
American Medical Equestrian Association Board of Directors re:
Aurora's Leadership and Concern for Safety in the Equestrian
Activities
THAT the correspondence be received and copies be forwarded to the
Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, Mr. Al Paladini and Mr.
Frank Klees.
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt re: Notice of Appeal by Wycliffe Design
Construction Limited Regarding Private Official Plan Amendment
Request, Part of Lots 74 and 75; and Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision;
and Refusal to Amend a Zoining By-law Pursuant to Subsection 34(11)
of the Planning Act
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to staff.
Memorandum from Councillor Morris re: Request for
"No Heavy Trucks" Signage on Kennedy Street West
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to staff for a
response.
STAFF REPORTS
BA99-0156- 356 - Variance to Sign By-law #3400-92
Business Depot - Aurora Shopping Centre, 14800 Yonge Street
THAT Council approve the following site specific request for a variance to
sign By-law #3400-92 as it affects 14800 Yonge Street (Aurora Shopping
Centre).
a) That the stand-alone building adjacent to Yonge Street be
permitted one additional wall sign along the Yonge Street frontage.
b) That the signage be permitted to project above the roof-line of the
building as shown on the attached drawings.
CO99-053-357 - Proposed Demolition Permit for
16 & 18 Church Street
THAT consent be provided for the demolition of 16 & 18 Church Street;
THAT staff proceed to give the notice of Council's consent to the
demolition required under the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT 1st reading be given to By-law 4121-99.L, being a by-law to repeal
By-law 4380-93 designating 16 & 18 Church Street of architectural and/or
historic value or interest.
TR99-039-358 - Transfer of Functions and Cash-In-lieu Policy
THAT Council approve the transfer of all Insurance-related functions to the
Corporate Services Department, effective January 1st, 2000.
THAT Council approve the transfer of all Cash-In-Lieu of Parkland related
functions to the Treasury Department, effective January 1st, 2000.
THAT Council direct the Treasurer to provide Council with a report on
options and a draft policy to maximize the benefits of Cash-in-lieu of
Parkland legislation.
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TR99-040-359 - Adjustment of 1996-1997 Taxes under
Section 441 and 1999 Taxes under Section 442 of the Municipal Act.
THAT the adjustment of 1999 taxes in the amount of $4,034.04 under
Section 442 of the Municipal Act and the write off of 1996-1997 taxes in
the amount of $118,672.84 under Section 441 of the Municipal Act be
approved.
FI99-018-360 - Town of Aurora Y2K Preparedness
THAT Report FI99-018-360 regarding Y2K Preparedness, be received as
information.
PL99-118 -361 - Proposed Site Plan Agreement and
Removal of the (H) Holding Prefix
Arista Homes (Aurora) Inc.
Lots 20, 21 & 22 and Blocks 45 & 46, Plan 65M-3324
D11-08-99 & D14-20-99
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a Site Plan
Agreement between Arista Homes (Aurora) Inc. and the Town of Aurora
for the construction of 3 townhouse blocks consisting of 19 units and 3
quadraplex buildings consisting of 12 units on Lots 20, 21 & 22 and Blocks
45 & 46, Registered Plan 65M-3324; and
THAT, subject to the approval of the above noted site plan agreement,
Council give first and second reading at this meeting to Bill 4133-99.D to
remove the Holding (H) prefix from the subject lands.
PL99-119 -362 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Altaf Ahmed and Sharp Fashions
15160 Yonge Street, 5 Tyler Street
Part of Lots 7 and 8 on Plan 9; D14-04-96
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment application D14-04-96, scheduled for the January 26,
2000 Public Planning Meeting.
PL99-120 -363 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Sydney Roth (In Trust)
19 Ross Street and 24 Industrial Parkway South
Block A, Plan 289, D14-23-99
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment application D14-23-99, scheduled for the January 26,
2000 Public Planning Meeting.
PL99-122 -364 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Auro Investors Group Inc., 195 Earl Stewart Drive
Part of Lots 23, 24, 25, Part of Earl Stewart Drive,
Part of McAvoy Road, Plan 2873; Block 1, Plan 3193
D14-24-99
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment application D14-24-99, scheduled for a special Public
Planning Meeting on January 11, 2000 prior to the Council meeting.
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PL99-123 -365 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Auro Investors Group Inc.
195 Earl Stewart Drive and 410 Hollandview Trail
Lot 1, Part of Lots 23, 24, 25, Part of Earl Stewart Drive,
Plan 2873; Block 1, Plan 3193, D14-25-99
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment application D14-25-99, scheduled for a special Public
Planning Meeting on January 11, 2000 prior to the Council meeting.
PL99-125 -366 - Yonge Street South Urban Expansion Area
Master Servicing Study and Secondary Plan, D09-03-99
THAT Report PL99-125 respecting an update on the progress of the
Yonge Street South Urban Expansion Area Master Servicing Study and
Secondary Plan be received as information.
#802. Moved by Councillor Morris 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
Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in the correspondence from Osler,
Hoskin & Harcout, in Report No. PL99-125-366 and in Report No. PL99-117-370,
relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor West during the consideration of this matter and
left the Council Chambers.
At this point in the meeting, at the request of a speaker in Open Forum, Report No.
PL99-117-370 was brought forward for consideration.
PL99-117-370 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment
and Draft Plan of Subdivision Application, 1351586 Ontario Limited
Part of Lot 75, Concession 1, EYS, 119 Vandorf Sideroad, D09-07-99,
D14-12-99 and D12-99003A and Correspondence from McCarthy Tetrault
#803. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the application be approved subject to a maximum of 5 lots on the
site.
CARRIED
Upon conclusion of these matters, Mayor Jones resumed the Chair.
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Memorandum from George Timpson, Chair of Traffic Safety
Advisory Board re: Roadwatch Update
#804. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
SECTION “B” – MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
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THAT the Roadwatch Committee report through the Traffic Safety
Advisory Board, which reports to Council; and
THAT the matter be referred to staff to review the logistics.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Councillor West re:
Development Charges for the Town of Aurora
#805. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the matter be referred to staff for a report.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Councillor West re: Overcrowding
in Schools
#806. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT staff be directed to discuss with the two School Board the right to tie
schools to development and to report back to Council.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
General Committee Report No. 14-99
Thursday, December 9, 1999
#807. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 14-99 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
Councillor Morris, having previously declared an interest in items 42 and 52 of Report
No. PL99-121-355 of the General Committee Report, did not take part in the vote called
for in regard to the adoption of that portion of the Committee Report.
Management Committee Report No. MA99-003
November 22, 1999 - Management Committee Meeting
#808. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the Committee Record of the Management Committee Meeting held
on November 22, 1999 be received as information; and
THAT with respect to the formulation of the inaugural Board of Directors to
oversee the new corporation(s) to be created to operate Aurora Hydro the
following parameters be endorsed:
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i) The Board(s) shall be comprised of five outside members with the
objective that they each be a stakeholder in the operation of the
entity, represent a broad cross section of the community with
desired attributes including technical knowledge, maturity,
judgement, integrity, significant private sector business
experience, demonstrated leadership abilities, corporate board
experience, an availability to contribute the necessary time
required and an awareness of public policy issues related to the
business of the corporation.
ii) The Board(s) shall also be comprised of two inside members, one
of whom shall be an elected member of Council as selected by the
Council, the other shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Hydro
Corporation(s), neither of whom shall be eligible to be elected by
the Board(s) as Chair.
iii) Outside members of the Board(s) and the member of Council
selected to sit on the Board(s) shall be compensated at a rate of
$5,000 per annum with an additional $400 per meeting fee with
additional compensation of $2,500 per annum provided to the Chair.
iv) The recruitment for the Board members shall be proceeded with in
the short term, undertaken on an in-house basis with additional
technical/professional assistance utilized as required with
appropriate cost recoveries from Aurora Hydro.
v) The Management Committee together with Councillor Healy, Chair
of the Hydro Deregulation Committee be charged with the
responsibility of making a recommendation to Council regarding the
results of the selection process.
vi) The incoming Board be constituted as quickly as possible and be
assigned the task of immediately commencing a process to select a
Chief Executive Officer for the new corporation(s); and
THAT the Town advertise these recommendations in the Notice Board,
the Public Library and on the Web Site and a publication be sent with the
Hydro bills to residents.
CARRIED
Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee Report
No. LACAC99-06, October 18, 1999 LACAC Meeting
#809. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Committee Record of the LACAC meeting held on October 18,
1999 be received as information.
CARRIED
Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee Report
No. LACAC99-07, November 29, 1999 LACAC Meeting
#810. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the Committee Record of the LACAC meeting held on November
29, 1999, be received as information;
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THAT LACAC request the Library Board to consider recognizing that an
an historic building, namely 16/18 Church Street, was on the present
Library site by having a picture of the building along with a plaque placed
in the Library and/or one of the meeting rooms be called the Stevenson
Room;
THAT LACAC does not oppose the repeal of the designation by-law for
16/18 Church Street;
THAT the Chair prepares a more detailed budget proposal for submission
to Council and that the budget request be reduced from $11,900 to
$11,500;
THAT the Chair be authorized to have the house at Ellanvannin Farm D,
14426 Leslie Street, documented at a cost not to exceed $2,000; and
As a quorum requires the presence of at least one elected Councillor,
And as elected Councillors are unable to take part in meetings and
discussions where the matter being discussed is before the OMB or other
similar review bodies,
And as no official discussions or vote of the LACAC may be taken without
a quorum,
THAT LACAC be permitted to constitute a quorum with 50% of its
membership, not including elected councillors, in order to, where and
when desired, be represented at such hearings.
CARRIED
Traffic Safety Advisory Board Report No. TSAB99-12
Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting of December 7, 1999
#811. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board meeting
held on December 7, 1999 be received;
THAT Council adopt Recommendations 3 through 17 contained within the
Committee record and that staff be authorized to undertake any steps
necessary to execute said recommendations.
DEFERRAL: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
#812. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT the Report be deferred to the General Committee Meeting
scheduled for January 18, 2000.
CARRIED
Communication Committee Report No. CC99-009
December 6, 1999 Communications Committee Meeting
#813. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the Corporate Communications Policy receive final approval;
THAT the Committee Record of the Communications Committee Meeting
held on December 6, 1999 be received as information; and
THAT staff be directed to develop and prioritize an implementation policy.
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CARRIED
Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report No. LSAC99-11
December 2, 1999 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
#814. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting of
December 2, 1999 be received as information; and
THAT Councillor Hinder be appointed as a Council Member on the Special
Events Committee.
CARRIED
#815. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Role and Terms of Reference for the Leisure Services Advisory
Committee be deferred to the Council Meeting scheduled for January 11,
2000.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
CO99-070 -367 - By-law Services Vehicle Acquisition
#816. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the proposal submitted by Ab Cox Pontiac Buick GMC Limited for
the provision of a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire on a 36-month lease basis be
accepted; and
THAT the 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier already on lease from Highland Chev-
Olds Geo Cadillac Ltd. be purchased back from the lessor at a cost of
$7,785.50.
CARRIED
LS99-036-366 - Culture and Recreation Master Plan
#817. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT Council approve the Culture and Recreation Master Plan as
amended in December 1999.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
#818. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor West
THAT Section 2.4 subsection 9(a) to the Culture and Recreation Master
Plan be amended to indicate:
"…… and initiate discussions with the private sector as much as
possible."
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED
PW99-080-369 - Three (3) Garbage Container Limit and Communications Plan
#819. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Griffith
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THAT proposed By-Law Number 4107-99.E restricting the number of
garbage containers put out for collection from any residential premises to
no more than three (3) for each collection day be scheduled for Third and
Final Reading at the Council Meeting of January 11, 2000; and
THAT proposed By-Law Number 4107-99.E be revised to reflect an
effective commencement date of February 29, 2000; and
THAT the communications plan advising residents regarding the three (3)
garbage container limit, recycling, white goods, and construction material
be approved by Council for implementation by staff.
DEFERRAL: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
#820. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Report be deferred to the General Committee Meeting
scheduled for January 18, 2000.
CARRIED
CONSIDERATION OF OTHER BUSINESS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN
GIVEN AT A PREVIOUS MEETING
Councillor West Notice of Motion re: Boundary Expansion
#821. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
WHEREAS the Amalgamation Committee of the Town of Aurora has
commenced the process to consider various approaches to alter the
municipal boundaries of the Town including participation in the current
initiatives of the Town of Newmarket and collaboration with those of the
Town of Richmond Hill;
AND WHEREAS the Committee is also of the opinion that an expansion of
the Town boundaries in a lateral manner is worthy of simultaneous
consideration;
AND WHEREAS neither the Township of King nor the Town of Whitchurch
Stouffville has indicated an interest in entering into discussions of this
nature;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to prepare a
report setting out the process, timing and cost implications to obtain the
legislative amendments that would annex that portion of the Township of
King between the existing western edge of Aurora out to Highway 400,
and that part of the Town of Whitchurch Stouffville between the existing
eastern edge of Aurora out to Warden Avenue; and
THAT in the interim, the Mayors of the Township of King and the Town of
Whitchurch Stouffville be invited once again to join in with the Town
Amalgamation Review Committee in proactively addressing potential
restructuring approaches that would best serve the residents of all the
affected communities.
CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
LS99-035 -371 - Public Skating Times
#822. Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Griffith
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THAT Report LS99-035-371 regarding Public Skating times, be received
as information.
CARRIED
LS99-041-372 - Aurora Community Tennis Club Agreement
#823. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Healy
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to enter into an
Agreement with the Aurora Community Tennis Club regarding the use and
maintenance of the tennis courts and clubhouse in McMahon Park.
CARRIED
PL99-116 -373- Proposed Official Plan Amendment
Bayview Northeast Area 2b Secondary Plan; and
Delegation of Michael Michalski
#824. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the addendum, to the Environmental Management Strategy
prepared by Michael Michalski and Associates, and Hough Woodland
Naylor Dance Leinster be received as information;
THAT Staff be instructed to consult with all affected parties and
landowners respecting the Addendum to the Environmental Management
Strategy;
THAT subject to such input as may be received, staff be instructed to
bring forward a by-law to adopt OPA # 30 final draft dated December 13,
1999, the Bayview Northeast Area 2b Secondary Plan to the next
available Council meeting;
THAT the Community Wildlife Park be located within the Provincially
Significant Wetland Area, buffers to the west, and forested upland areas
to the east of it; and,
THAT a Strategy for the acquisition/protection of lands for the Community
Wildlife Park, be prepared;
THAT a Management Plan for the Wildlife Park be prepared taking into
account the recommendations of the Addendum to the Environmental
Management Strategy.
CARRIED
Morris, having previously declared an interest in this Report, did not take part in the vote
called for in this regard.
BY-LAWS
#825. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for First Reading:
4121-99.L Being a By-law to repeal By-law
3480-93 (16 & 18 Church Street)
4122-99.T Being a By-law to dedicate certain
lands as public highways on
Reference Plan 65R-17862, 65R-
21487, and 65R-20596 forming
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part of Amberhill Way,
Temperance Street and Yonge
Street in the Town of Aurora.
4127-99.F Being a By-law to authorize a
schedule of fees for applications
made in respect of Planning matters.
4132-99.P Being a By-law to license and
regulate the business of driving
schools.
4133-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78
(Arista Homes [Aurora} Inc.)
(Lots 20, 21 & 22 and Blocks 45 & 46
Plan 65M-3324).
4134-99.E Being a By-law to declare the
Case Woodlot as being required
for forestry purposes and to
authorize the sale of trees therefrom.
4135-99.F Being a By-law to amend Municipal
Workworks Distribution By-law No.
3305-91, as amended.
4136-99.F Being a By-law to amend By-law
3737-96.C as amended, a By-law
to govern the procedures of Council
and its Committees and Boards.
4137-99.F Being a By-law to provide a Schedule
of Fees to the Building By-law 3487-93.
4138-99.F Being a By-law to amend Schedule "A"
to Sign By-law No. 3400-92 with
respect to permit fees for signs.
4139-99.F Being a By-law to amend By-law
4078-99.F Tax Rate By-law.
4140-99.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.
4141-99.F Being a By-law to establish fees
for applications to the
Committee of Adjustment.
4142-99.P Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 3302-91, being a by-law to
regulate the sale and setting off
of fireworks in the Town.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
#826. Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
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THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the following
bills for Second Reading:
4121-99.L Being a By-law to repeal By-law
3480-93 (16 & 18 Church Street)
4122-99.T Being a By-law to dedicate certain
lands as public highways on
Reference Plan 65R-17862, 65R-
21487, and 65R-20596 forming
part of Amberhill Way,
Temperance Street and Yonge
Street in the Town of Aurora.
4127-99.F Being a By-law to authorize a
schedule of fees for applications
made in respect of Planning matters.
4133-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78
(Arista Homes [Aurora} Inc.)
(Lots 20, 21 & 22 and Blocks 45 & 46
Plan 65M-3324).
4134-99.E Being a By-law to declare the
Case Woodlot as being required
for forestry purposes and to
authorize the sale of trees therefrom.
4135-99.F Being a By-law to amend Municipal
Workworks Distribution By-law No.
3305-91, as amended.
4136-99.F Being a By-law to amend By-law
3737-96.C as amended, a By-law
to govern the procedures of Council
and its Committees and Boards.
4137-99.F Being a By-law to provide a Schedule
of Fees to the Building By-law 3487-93.
4138-99.F Being a By-law to amend Schedule "A"
to Sign By-law No. 3400-92 with
respect to permit fees for signs.
4139-99.F Being a By-law to amend By-law
4078-99.F Tax Rate By-law.
4140-99.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.
4141-99.F Being a By-law to establish fees
for applications to the
Committee of Adjustment.
4142-99.P Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 3302-91, being a by-law to
regulate the sale and setting off
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of fireworks in the Town.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
#827. 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:
4074-99.P Being a By-law for prohibiting and
regulating the keeping of and being
at large or trespassing of cats and
for requiring the identification of
such animals.
4124-99.T Being a By-law to amend Parking
By-law 3377-92 as amended, with
respect to Yonge Street.
4125-99.L Being a By-law to authorize the
conveyance of land being Block A,
Plan M-80 to the adjoining owners
on Ransom Court.
4128-99.T Being a By-law to prescribe
maximum rates of speed on
certain streets in the Town of Aurora.
4129-99.D Being a By-law to adopt Official Plan
Amendment No. 29
(Trinity Anglican Church).
4131-99.D Being a By-law to adopt Official Plan
Amendment No. 28
(Bayview Wellington North
Secondary Plan).
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
#828. 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:
4133-99.D Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 2213-78
(Arista Homes [Aurora} Inc.)
(Lots 20, 21 & 22 and Blocks 45 & 46
Plan 65M-3324).
4134-99.E Being a By-law to declare the
Case Woodlot as being required
for forestry purposes and to
authorize the sale of trees therefrom.
4136-99.F Being a By-law to amend By-law
3737-96.C as amended, a By-law
to govern the procedures of Council
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and its Committees and Boards.
4142-99.P Being a By-law to amend By-law
No. 3302-91, being a by-law to
regulate the sale and setting off
of fireworks in the Town.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor West - Requested volunteers for the Salvation Army Kettle Drive.
NEW BUSINESS
Councillor Hartwell re: Youth Violence Panel Discussion
#829. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the Town support convening a panel discussion regarding youth
violence.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#830. Moved by Councillor Griffith
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
CARRIED
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T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, MUNICIPAL CLERK