MINUTES - Council - 20030513 TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 03-13
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, May 13, 2003
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Griffith, Kean,
MacEachern, Pedersen, Timpson, Vrancic, Wallace and
West.
STAFF MEMBERS Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate Services,
Town Clerk/ Director of Building, Director of Planning,
Director of Public Works, Director of Leisure Services,
Treasurer and Council/ Committee Secretary.
Following Open Forum the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Vrancic declared an interest in Item 11 - LS03-008 - Tender No. L.S.
2003-16, Supply and Delivery of One Operations Vehicle, by virtue of a solicitor-
client relationship and did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard
or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions.
II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as presented with the following
additions:
Presentation to Lorianne Ierullo of the Lifesaving Society
Delegation request from Jody Matthew, re: Item 1
PL03-045 - Zoning By-law Amendment
Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home
15,029 Yonge Street
D14-04-02
CARRIED
III ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Meeting No. 03-11, Tuesday, April 22, 2003 and Special Council – Public
Planning Meeting No. 03-12, Wednesday April 23, 2003.
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the Council Minutes of Meeting Numbers 03-11 and 03-12 be adopted as
printed and circulated.
CARRIED
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IV PRESENTATIONS
Cliff Sifton, President and Ron Vande Beek, Vice President of Highland Chev
Olds Cadillac Ltd. presenting a cheque to the Town of Aurora for the purchase
of an ice resurfacing machine
Councillor West accepted a cheque from Vice President, Ron Vande Beek of Highland
Chev Olds Cadillac Ltd. for $60,000.00 for the purchase of a new ice resurfacing
machine. Councillor West thanked Mr. Vande Beek, for his generous donation and
advised that a previous donation was made many years ago for the Town of Aurora’s
first ice resurfacing machine, also from Highland Chev Olds Cadillac Ltd.
Kim Hinder, Seniors’ Co-ordinator, presenting to Mark McNichol and Tom Hilliar
of the Magic Golf Tournament
Kim Hinder presented a plaque to Mark McNichol and Tom Hilliar for their contribution
to the Seniors’ Centre again this year. This generous donation has provided the
Centre with additional card tables, arm chairs, kitchen furniture and much more. Ms
Hinder thanked them for their tremendous support over the years.
Presentation to Lorianne Ierullo of the Lifesaving Society
The Director of Leisure Services, Al Downey presented an award to Lorianne Ierullo
for her remarkable efforts with the Lifesaving Society providing the public with
educational information to promote water safety and prevent drowning in areas not
supervised by lifeguards. The Director of Leisure Services advised that this year the
Town of Aurora was awarded the Single Facility Affiliates Award for being the affiliate
who solicited the most sponsorship, thanks again to the efforts of Lorianne Ierullo and
Nicole Young.
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1, 3, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 19, 20(2) and 21 were identified for discussion.
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as “Items not
Requiring Separate Discussion” be adopted as submitted to Council and Staff be
authorized to take all necessary action required to give effect to same:
2. PL03-055 - Site Plan Amendment, Condominium Agreement
160 Wellington Street East
D07-02-03-A and D11-04-98
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a site plan amendment
agreement between 754326 Ontario Limited and the Town of Aurora, respecting
160 Wellington Street; and
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorised to execute a Condominium
Agreement with 754326 Ontario Limited giving final approval to the
condominium project located at 160 Wellington Street.
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4. TR03-011 - Municipal Property Tax Rates for 2003
THAT the Director of Finance/Treasurer’s Report Numbered TR02-011
“Municipal Property Tax Rates for 2003” be received; and
THAT the 2003 property tax rates to be applied to the 2002 Assessment Roll as
returned for taxable properties in the 2003 taxation year be set for Town of
Aurora services as follows:
Property Class Tax Class Tax Rate
Residential Taxable: Full Rate RT 0.363046%
Multi-Residential Taxable: Full Rate MT 0.363046%
Commercial Taxable: Full Rate CT 0.399351%
Commercial Taxable: Excess Land Rate CU 0.279546%
Commercial Taxable: Vacant Land Rate CX 0.279546%
Shopping Centres Taxable: Full Rate ST 0.399351%
Shipping Centres Taxable: Excess Land Rate SU 0.279546%
Industrial Taxable: Full Rate IT 0.471960%
Industrial Taxable Full – Shared as PIL IH 0.471960%
Industrial Taxable: Excess Land Rate IU 0.306774%
Industrial Taxable: Vacant Land Rate IX 0.306774%
Industrial Taxable: Farmland 1 Rate I1 0.090762%
Large Industrial Taxable: Full Rate LT 0.471960%
Pipeline Taxable: Full Rate PT 0.333639%
Farm Taxable: Full Rate FT 0.090762%
Managed Forests Taxable: Full Rate TT 0.090762%
THAT the 2003 property tax rates to be applied to the 2002 Assessment Roll as
returned for payments-in-lieu in the 2003 taxation year be set for Town of
Aurora services as follows:
Property Class Tax Class Tax Rate
Residential PIL: General Rate RG 0.363046%
Commercial PIL: Full Rate CF 0.399351%
Commercial PIL: General Rate CG 0.399351%
Commercial PIL: Tenant of the Province CP 0.399351%
Industrial PIL: Full Rate IF 0.471960%
THAT By-law 4433-03.F establishing the 2003 tax rates for the Town of Aurora
be approved and given three readings at the May 13, 2003 Council Meeting.
7. LS03-016 - Property Use Agreements/Indemnity Agreement
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Property Use
Agreement between the Town of Aurora, the Aurora Youth Soccer Club Inc. and
Chilldan Aurora Ltd.
8. LS03-021 - Property Use Agreements/Indemnity Agreement
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Property Use
Agreement between the Town of Aurora and 1207309 Ontario Inc. (Magna).
9. LS03-015 - Agreement to Indemnify Hugh and Shirley Cousins
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an Agreement to Indemnify
Mr. and Mrs. Cousins.
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10. LS03-017 - Tender No. L.S. 2003-18 Supply and Installation of
Playground Equipment
THAT Council award Tender No. L.S. No. 2003-18, Supply and Installation of
Playground Equipment to Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems (Canada) Inc.
for the all-inclusive net Tender price of $95,323.60 excluding G.S.T.; and
THAT Council authorize an additional expenditure of up to $35,000.00 for site
preparation work associated with the installation of the playground equipment to
be undertaken by Parks Division Staff.
14. PL03-047 - Execution of Subdivision Agreement
Carnival National Leasing Limited (D. Hirsh)
Deerhorn Crescent (South Side of Kennedy St. W.)
D12-88031
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision Agreement
between the Town of Aurora and Carnival National Leasing Limited dated May
13, 2003 with respect to the lands defined within the Agreement, contained
within Draft Plan of Subdivision D12-88031 subject to the following provisions:
i) THAT the submission of financial payments and securities as described
in Schedules “K” and “L” of the Agreement respectively be received by
the Town; and
ii) THAT the submission of environmental clearances, as described in
Section 12.02 of the Agreement, be received by the Town; and,
iii) THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute all documents
necessary to effect the transfer of certain lands, reserves, and
easements at the developers expense, as described in Schedule “F” of
the Agreement.
15. PL03-054 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Lips/Malone Given Parsons Limited
219 Old Yonge Street
Part of Lot 4, Registered Plan 461
D14-06-02
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-law
Amendment application D14-06-02, regarding lands located at 219 Old Yonge
Street, scheduled for the June 25, 2003 Public Planning Meeting.
16. PL03-052 - Removal of the Holding Provision
Minto Communities Toronto Inc. ‘Spring Farm’ – Phase 1
Part Lot 23, Concession 2 EYS, East Side of Bayview Avenue
D14-07-03
THAT Council enact By-law 4434-03.D to remove the Holding (H) prefix from
Minto Communities (Toronto) Inc. ‘Spring Farm’ - Phase 1, to allow the subject
lands to be developed for residential units.
17. PL03-053 - Removal of the Holding Provision
St. John’s Road Development Corp. ‘Bayview Meadows’ – Phase 1
Part of Lots 24 and 25, Concession 2 EYS, East Side of Bayview Avenue
D14-08-03
THAT Council enact By-law 4435-03.D to remove the Holding (H) prefix from St.
John’s Road Development Corp. ‘Bayview Meadows’ – Phase 1, to allow the
subject lands to be developed for residential units.
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18. PW03-013 - Village Square Trails Subdivision –Acceptance of
Municipal Services and Amending Agreement – Plan 65M-2767
THAT Council accept the municipal services contained within Registered Plan
65M-2767 of the Village Square Trails Subdivision as detailed in Report No.
PW03-013; and
THAT Council enact By-law 4428-03.D for the assumption of the subject
municipal services; and
THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to issue a Certificate of
Acceptance of Public Works for said lands as required under Section 3.12 of the
Subdivision Agreement; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the attached
Agreement between the Town of Aurora and Morewest Holdings Inc.
22. Correspondence from Mayor Tim Jones re: Request
for Proclamation that the week of May 12th to 16th, 2003 be
“Thank You to All Our Community Health Care Workers Week”
THAT the correspondence be received and endorsed; and
THAT the proclamation be circulated to the Region of York, area municipalities,
Markham-Stouffville Hospital, Southlake Regional Health Centre and York
Central Hospital.
CARRIED
VII DELEGATIONS
John Gaspar of Cobblestone Lodge Inc., re: Item 1
PL03-045 – Zoning By-law Amendment
Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home
15029 Yonge Street
D14-04-02
Mr. John Gaspar, owner of Cobblestone Lodge, presented his position on the need for
the proposed type of establishment within the Region. Mr. Gaspar gave statistics of
potential growth within the Region, based on the Region of York’s data which helped to
support his position. Mr. Gaspar agreed with the recommendation to prepare a
Holding By-law to allow Cobblestone temporary use, but requested that any further
application fees be waived and thanked Council for their consideration in this matter.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to Item #1.
CARRIED
Delegation request from Jody Matthew, re: Item 1
PL03-045 - Zoning By-law Amendment
Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home
15,029 Yonge Street
D14-04-02
Mr. Jody Matthew, resident of Gurnett Street, advised Council of his concerns
regarding the type of individuals this establishment would bring to the community and
the loss of control that this type of establishment would be able to provide to these
individuals. Mr. Matthew is concerned that these individuals are usually from other
institutions which are better equipped to medicate them properly, such as a hospital,
and feels that the Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home would not have that type of
authority or capability to properly care for these individuals. Mr. Matthew asked that
Council consider his comments when dealing with this application.
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Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and Item #1 be brought
forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
VIII CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. PL03-045 - Zoning By-law Amendment
Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home
15,029 Yonge Street
D14-04-02
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council receive Staff Report PL03-045 and recommend that Staff attend
at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing regarding the subject application in
order to submit for approval a temporary Zoning By-law Amendment No. 4430-
03.D, including any additional standards as may be necessary.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT Planning staff prepare a draft Holding By-law and concurrently Corporate
Services staff provide a report to Council with respect to licensing these types of
establishments; and
THAT Council waive the additional application fee.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the apartment building use be eliminated from the proposed Zoning By-
law Amendment.
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
3. LS03-013 - Confederation Park Improvement Project
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the report be referred back to the Leisure Services Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
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5. LS03-018 - Lease of 215 Industrial Parkway South for Aurora
Hydro Connections Ltd.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Addendum to the
Agreement with Aurora Hydro Connections Ltd. to extend the terms of the
Lease at 215 Industrial Parkway South until March 1, 2008 with an option to
further renew the Lease at that time, with a revised rental payment schedule.
CARRIED
6. TR03-012 - First Quarter Financial Review @ March 31, 2003
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the Director of Finance/Treasurer’s Report TR03-012 - “First Quarter
Financial Review @ March 31, 2003” be received for information.
CARRIED
11. LS03-008 - Tender No. L.S. 2003-16, Supply and Delivery of
One Operations Vehicle
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT Council approve the purchase of one (1) 2003 Ford F150 Pick-Up Truck
from McAlpine Ford Lincoln Sales Limited, 15815 Yonge Street, Aurora, Ontario
L4G 1P4, in the amount of $24,150.00.
CARRIED
Councillor Vrancic, having previously declared an interest in Item No. 11, did not take
part in the discussions or take part in the vote called for in this regard.
12. LS03-014 - Award of Tender LS2003-17
Ice Resurfacing Machine
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT Council award Tender LS2003-17 to Resurfice Corporation for the supply
and delivery of one (1) 2003 Olympia Millenium ice resurfacing machine at the
all inclusive price of $65,101.50; and
THAT Council approve the sponsorship proposal of Highland Chev Olds
Cadillac Ltd. to provide $60,000 toward the purchase of the vehicle over five (5)
years; and
THAT Council approve allocation of additional funding for this amount of
$5,101.50 from the Leisure Services Vehicle Equipment and Reserve Account;
and
THAT Council direct staff to transfer this annual sponsorship commitment from
Highland Chev Olds Cadillac Ltd. to the Leisure Services Vehicle Equipment
and Reserve Account; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into an Agreement with
Highland Chev Olds Cadillac Ltd. for this sponsorship.
CARRIED
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13. CS03-021 - Electronic Voting Equipment RFP
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT staff be authorized to continue with the RFP process and request a
revised offer for the acquisition of electronic voting equipment from the two
qualified vendors.
CARRIED
19. Special General Committee Report 03-07 of Tuesday, April 29, 2003
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE
SPECIAL GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 03-07, TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2003
- (ITEM 1)
(1) OPR03-003 – Five Year Review of the Official Plan
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Griffith
1. THAT the recommendations as set out in the Strategic Directions Final Report
dated April 2003 be forwarded to Council and the following specific
recommendations, as revised by the Five Year Official Plan Committee at their
meeting of April 14, 2003, to be carried out in the order noted, be adopted:
Expansion of Urban Area- Regional Official Plan
2.1 The Region of York be requested to process an Official Plan Amendment to
bring the 2C lands into the Regional Official Plan Urban Area.
2.2 As part of the Regional Official Plan Amendment that the Greenlands System
map be updated as appropriate to reflect Environmental Features in the 2C
area.
2.3 In conjunction with the above, and as part of the Regional Official Plan Review,
and Regional in-depth analysis on the Census Data, that the population
projections for the Town of Aurora be reviewed and lowered to reflect the
identified limitations on ultimate growth in Aurora once the Region has reduced
its numbers to deal with the limitations imposed by the Oak Ridges Moraine and
the East Aurora W etland Complex.
Aurora Official Plan
3.1 That the Official Plan be amended to develop a new section devoted to
enhancing Economic Development including polices to solidify guidelines for
conversions of employment land to other uses in concert with the revisions to
the Economic Development Strategy and along with the required public
meetings, consultation with interest groups, reporting etc.
3.2 That the Official Plan be amended to update the Town’s commercial and
industrial policies along with the required public meetings, interest groups
consultation, reporting etc.
3.3 That the Official Plan be amended to update other polices as identified in
Appendix 3 to the Strategic Directions report also along with the required public
meetings and documentation.
Expansion of Town Urban Boundaries and 2C Secondary Plan:
4.1 That after the approval of the Regional Official Plan Amendment, the Aurora
Official Plan be amended to extend the Planning Period to 2021 and expand the
urban policy area, update relevant sections related to urban areas and
population forecasts.
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4.2 That the Official Plan be amended by the preparation of a comprehensive
Secondary Plan for the 2C lands including background studies dealing with
environment, transportation, parks, servicing, employment land, commercial
uses, residential, phasing and urban design taking into consideration the
Strategic Directions Report based on preference to achieving employment land.
4.3 That a full public process be undertaken as part of the Secondary Plan and
urban boundary expansion Official Plan Amendment.
Financial Strategy:
5. That a Financial Strategy including a monitoring program to ensure that
potential negative fiscal impacts of new urban expansion areas are minimized
and mitigation measures to address potential impacts be undertaken in
conjunction with the Secondary Plan process.
Phasing Strategy:
6. That a phasing strategy be incorporated into the Secondary Plan for the 2C
area to ensure that residential development does not occur prior to substantial
build out of the 2B area and allows the employment land to proceed as the
need/opportunity arises. The Town will use all available mechanisms to ensure
that employment land development is concurrent or precedes residential
development in the 2C lands.
Budget:
7. That Council provide a budget for the completion of these amendments and
studies as part of the 2004 Operating and Capital Budget Outlook process.
That the Committee Record of the April 14, 2003 meeting No. 04-03 be
received as information.
DEFERRAL: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the Item be deferred for two weeks to the next Council Meeting; and
THAT a notice be placed in the local newspaper providing details of the report
in order to encourage public input.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the balance of the Report of the Special General Committee Meeting No.
03-07 be received and adopted.
CARRIED
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20. General Committee Report 03-08 of Tuesday, May 6, 2003
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE GENERAL
COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 03-08, TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2003 – (ITEM 2)
(2) CS03-022 – Amendment to the Clean Yards By-law 4370-02.P
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the amendment to the Clean Yards By-law be temporarily postponed and
be brought back to Council with modified wording.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the remainder of the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 03-08
be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
21. LACAC03-005 - April 14, 2003, Local Architectural
Conservation Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor West
1. THAT the Committee Record of the L.A.C.A.C. Meeting held on April 14,
2003, as set out below, be received for information;
2. Proposed Renovations/additions to 103 Hillview Rd.
THAT LACAC has no objections to the proposed renovations/additions to
103 Hillview Rd.
3. Proposed renovations/additions to 80 Catherine St.
THAT LACAC has no objections to the proposed renovations/additions to
80 Catherine Street.
4. Proposed renovations/additions to 90 Metcalfe St.
THAT the Committee request clarification from the owner of the property
at 90 Metcalfe Street, with regard to the proposed renovations/additions,
particularly the details respecting the intended pitch of the gable and the
placement of the upper window in relation to the roof-line.
5. Demolition Permit Application for 15625 Bayview Ave.
THAT the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee provide
their consent for the approval of the proposed Demolition Permit
Application for 15625 Bayview Avenue.
6. Draft Design 15381, 15387 and 15393 Yonge St.
THAT the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee receives
the draft design for the proposed streetscape for properties located at
15381, 15387 & 15393 Yonge Street for information, and supports the
concept.
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7. Proposed Heritage Conservation District
THAT the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee approve
the proposed boundaries of the Heritage Conservation District, as
outlined in the map provided by the Town’s Heritage Assistant; and
THAT the proposed boundaries be amended to include 15342 and 15372
Yonge Street as well as both sides of Centre Street, the south side of
Centre Street to be limited to Town owned easements and road
allowances; and
THAT the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
endeavour to compile an information package designed to inform
residents within the proposed Heritage Conservation District, to be
distributed at a later date; and
THAT the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee hold a
special meeting before the Summer of 2003, to discuss the Heritage
Conservation District; and
THAT Mr. Michael Seaman be invited to attend the special meeting to
provide input towards the design and content of the proposed Heritage
Conservation District Information Package.
8. Former Town Hall, 15221 Yonge St.
THAT staff be requested to investigate and report back to the Committee
regarding the correct identities of the current owner and the original
Architect, for the property located at 15221 Yonge Street.
9. Guidelines
THAT staff be requested to review the guidelines pertaining to the
determination of which applications ought to be reviewed by LACAC.
10. Cousins Drive
THAT staff be requested to replace the street sign for Cousins Drive to
reflect the correct spelling.
CARRIED
IX REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Jones advised of the schedule in the paper regarding the Open Houses the
Region is provided for the public with regards to the West Nile Virus.
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Councillor Vrancic raised some concerns with regards to the Confederation Park Site
Plan and its’ process and requested that a staff member from Planning attend the
Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting. Councillor Vrancic advised that he will
follow up with staff in this regard.
Councillor Vrancic requested an update on the variance to the Sign By-law for the bull
located on the roof at Pristine Meats Limited on Yonge Street and was advised by the
Director of Building that he will be having discussions with the owner with regards to
placing the bull somewhere else in the plaza and will report back to Council by mid
June.
Councillor Kean enquired about which meetings the Councillors are able to attend and
was advised by the CAO that the administrative meetings are attended by himself who
will then advise all of Council of the outcome of these meetings.
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Councillor Kean asked when the street cleaning will be completed and whether in the
future it could be done on a more timely basis. The Director of Public Works advised
that it should be completed by May 16th, weather permitting, and that adequate funding
has been provided thus far, however if the process requires completion within in a
shorter time frame then it could be reviewed at the next budget.
Councillor Kean enquired about the excavation being done on Allaura Boulevard and
raised some concerns about the blocking at the end of the river and was advised by
the Director of Building that a call will be made to the Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority in this regard.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT staff investigate and report back on a Tree Preservation By-law to
conserve more trees within new developments.
CARRIED
Councillor Wallace advised that all 604 booths at the eighth Annual Longest Street
Festival in the World are now sold out.
Councillor Griffith asked how to deal with an enquiry made regarding safety concerns
within the Fire Department and was advised that the enquiry should be directed to the
Fire Chief.
XI READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and enacted:
4428-03.D BEING A BY-LAW to assume
aboveground and belowground
municipal services; to assume
certain lands; and to establish
highways (Village Square Trails
Inc.)
4431-03.T BEING A BY-LAW to designate
and erect multi-way stop signs at
the intersections of McClellan Way
and Brookeview Drive, Earl Stewart
Drive/Birkshire Drive and Gateway
Drive, Earl Stewart Drive and
Bridgenorth Drive and at
Hollandview Trail and Bridgenorth
Drive.
4432-03.T BEING A BY-LAW to amend
Parking By-law 3377-92 as
amended, with respect to
McClellan Way.
4433-03.F BEING A BY-LAW to Set and
Levy the Rates of Taxation for the
Year 2003.
4434-03.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law 2213-78
(Minto Communities (Toronto) Inc.
‘Spring Farm’ - Phase 1 – Removal
of Holding (H) prefix)
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4435-03.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law 2213-78
(St. John’s Road Development
Corp. ‘Bayview Meadows’ – Phase
1– Removal of Holding (H) prefix)
4436-03.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law 2213-78
(General By-law Housekeeping Amendment)
THAT By-law 4429-03.P being a by-law to amend By-law 4370-02.P, Being a
By-law Requiring Properties to be Maintained in a Safe Condition and Kept
Clear of Waste, be deferred to the May 27, 2003 Council Meeting for further
consideration.
CARRIED
XII IN CAMERA
Personnel Matters
Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT this Council proceed In Camera to address personnel matters.
CARRIED
XIII ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Griffith
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
CARRIED
______________________ _________________________________
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK