MINUTES - Council - 20040622
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 04-22
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, June 22, 2004
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner,
Hogg, Kean, Vrancic, Wallace and West.
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Morris was absent due to illness.
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate
Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building, Director of
Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Director of
Public Works, Acting Treasurer, Acting Town Solicitor
and Council/Committee Secretary.
Following Open Forum the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented, with the following additional items:
Report LS04-031 - Tender No. L.S. 2004-38 Supply and Installation of
Playground Equipment
Memo from the Director of Public Works
Re: Traffic Calming Request on Golf Links Drive – Item 5(2); and
THAT Report LS04-031 - Public/Private Partnership - Soccer Bubble be
deferred to the July 13, 2004 Council meeting.
CARRIED
III ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Special Council – Public Planning Meeting No. 04-19, Wednesday May 26,
2004 and Council Meeting No. 04-20, Tuesday, June 8, 2004
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the Council Minutes of Meeting Numbers 04-19 and 04-20 be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
IV PRESENTATIONS
None
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1, 2, 5, 6, 9, 11, 14, 15 and 16 were identified for discussion.
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
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:
3. Motion Resulting From General Committee – May 4, 2004
(In-Camera Session)
Re: Appointments to the Environmental Advisory Committee
THAT the following individuals be appointed to the Environmental
Advisory Committee:
Robert Cook David Tomlinson
Mary Hill Susan Walmer
Ellen Mole Klaus Wehrenberg
Darryl Moore
4. AHC04-002 – June 14, 2004 Aurora Heritage Committee Meeting
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Aurora Heritage Committee
Meeting held on June 14, 2004 be received for information; and
2. 18 Centre St.
THAT J. McIntyre and/or M. Brevik be delegated the authority to
confirm the final building elevations on behalf of the committee for 18
Centre St.; and
3. Heritage Plaque 65 Spruce St.
THAT the request for a Heritage Plaque from Mr. & Mrs. Housser of
65 Spruce St. be approved and that the signage should state “The
Osborne House c. 1911”.; and
4. Site Plan Development Hartman House 669 Wellington St. E.
THAT the Town’s Planning Dept. and Council consider the heritage
significance of the Hartman House 669 Wellington St. E. (SW corner
Bayview Ave & Wellington St. E) in its deliberations on the proposed
development of the property (File D14-06-04 & D09-05-04 Aurora
Toyota) recognizing its statement in the Town’s Official Plan page
115 and Schedule “C” where this building is identified, and that the
Town and property owner utilize its best efforts to preserve and
incorporate this building in the future development of the site.
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
7. PL04-072 – Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control
Arista Homes (Bayview Greens) Inc.
Blocks 258, Registered Plan 65M-3573
Kirkvalley Crescent, File D12-PLC-06-04
THAT Council approve the request for exemption from Part Lot Control
made by Arista Homes (Bayview Greens) Inc. to divide Block 258 on
Kirkvalley Crescent, Registered Plan 65M-3573 into separate lots: and
THAT Council enact By-law 4551-04.D.
8. PL04-073 - Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control
Bayview-Wellington North Inc.
Blocks 96, 97, 100 and 101, Registered Plan 65M-3657
Limeridge Street and Kirkvalley Crescent
File D12-PLC-07-04
THAT Council approve the request for exemption from Part Lot Control
made by Bayview-Wellington North Inc. to divide Blocks 96, 97, 100 and
101 on Limeridge Street and Kirkvalley Crescent, Registered Plan 65M-
3567 into separate lots; and
THAT Council enact By-law 4552-04.D.
10. PW04-028 – Award of Tender No. PW2004-09 - Construction of
Sanitary Sewer and Watermain along Leslie Street
THAT Tender PW2004-09 the “Construction of Sanitary Sewer and
Watermain Along Leslie Street” be awarded to Carillion Construction
Canada at its tendered price of $536,791.94; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the
attached Form of Agreement between the Town of Aurora and Carillion
Construction Canada for the Construction of Sanitary Sewer and
Watermain along Leslie Street.
12. LS04-029 – Additional 2004 Community Grant Requests
THAT Council approve additional 2004 grant requests for Mara Jones in
the amount of $500.00 and the Aurora Tigers Junior A Hockey Club in the
amount of $500.00.
13. Progress Report from MHPM Project Managers
Re: New Recreation Complex Earthworks Site Services Contract
THAT Council authorize the award of the Earthworks Site Services
contract to Newbuilt Developers Ltd.; and
THAT staff be authorized to immediately execute a contract to commence
the work on site, subsequent to permit approvals pending.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
VII DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Ian Kerr of Maple Leaf Foods
Re: Item 2(2) - PW04-021 - Tannery Creek – Surface Water and Sediment
Sampling Results Tannery Creek Study
Mr. Ian Kerr advised that he was appearing before Council on behalf of Maple
Leaf Foods, to provide a technical response to the findings within the Tannery
Creek Study. Mr. Kerr advised that the study indicated that conducting an
investigation into the historical land uses for the entire affected area to determine
any possible historical causes for contamination, would be a logical first step.
Mr. Kerr inquired about the rationale for the Town’s choice to avoid this step and
he suggested that the study and the Town’s position appeared to focus primarily
on the property located at 45 Tyler Street. Mr. Kerr advised that historical
evidence has been found, indicating that several other industries located along
the Tannery Creek, were recorded as producing materials which may have
contributed to the current contamination. Mr. Kerr advised that the owner of 45
Tyler Street would like the first clause of the General Committee Report PW04-
021, which proposes agency action, to be stricken due to lack of consideration of
all possible factors and insufficient study parameters.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 2(2)-
PW04 -021 - Tannery Creek – Surface Water and Sediment Sampling
Results, be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
2. General Committee Meeting Report No. 04-17 - Tuesday, June 15, 2004
CONSIDERATION OF ITEM 2 REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 04-17, TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2004
(2) PW04-021 - Tannery Creek – Surface Water and Sediment Sampling Results
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
1. THAT Report No. PW04-021 “Tannery Creek – Surface Water and
Sediment Sampling Results” and a copy of the June 7, 2004 report from
Earth Tech Canada Inc. entitled “Tannery Creek – Surface Water and
Sediment Sampling Report” be forwarded to the Ministry of the
Environment with a request that they exercise their jurisdiction so as to
require Maple Leaf Foods Inc. or the current owner or occupant to:
• conduct the necessary investigations to fully identify the full scope and
extent of the contamination of the soil or groundwater and to prepare,
for the approval of the Ministry, a remedial plan, satisfactory to the
Ministry, designed to prevent any further off-site migration and to
remediate the subject property; and
• determine if the sedimentation in the Tannery Creek along those
sections identified in Report No. PW04-021 poses a threat to aquatic
life through benthic surveys and bioassays; and
2. THAT Report No.PW04-021 “Tannery Creek – Surface Water and
Sediment Sampling Results” and a copy of the June 7, 2004 report from
Earth Tech Canada Inc. entitled “Tannery Creek – Surface Water and
Sediment Sampling Report” be forwarded to Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; and
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
3. THAT Report No. PW04-021 “Tannery Creek – Surface Water and
Sediment Sampling Results” and a copy of the June 7, 2004 report from
Earth Tech Canada Inc. entitled “Tannery Creek – Surface Water and
Sediment Sampling Report” be forwarded to the following agencies for
whatever action they feel appropriate and that these agencies be
requested to provide guidance to the Town on this matter:
• The Region of York Health Department;
• The Region of York Transportation and Works Department;
• The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority;
• Environment Canada; and
• Department of Fisheries and Oceans.
4. THAT staff be requested to undertake public information initiatives
(including a public information session) to inform property owners abutting
Tannery Creek in the general area from Wellington Street West to Aurora
Heights Boulevard of the results of the investigation as described in
Report No. PW04-021; and
5. THAT staff be requested to continue with stormwater management
initiatives that minimize phosphorous discharges and incorporate creek
restoration/naturalization in order to improve surface water quality; and
6. THAT staff be requested to continue efforts to isolate other potential
sources of contamination in the Town’s watercourses as generally
described in Report PW04-021; and
7. THAT the expanded area identified be referred to the consultant as
part of the additional review.
CARRIED
(b) Ms Florence Murray, Director of Fundraising with the Aurora Seniors
Re: Fundraising for the New Seniors’ Centre (Item 2(10))
Ms Murray was not in attendance, therefore the delegation was withdrawn.
(c) Mr. and Mrs. Schormans, Resident
Re: Proposed Parking Prohibitions on Gurnett Street (Item 5(3))
Mrs. Diane Schormans advised that the Traffic Safety Advisory Board (TSAB) is
currently proposing that parking on the east side of Gurnett Street from
Connaught Avenue to a point 40 meters north of Connaught Avenue be
prohibited at all times. Mrs. Schormans advised that the problems associated
with parking in that area only happen during the week and suggested that the
TSAB recommendation be amended to permit parking on weekends.
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 5(3)-
Report No. TSAB04-004 - Proposed Parking Prohibitions on Gurnett
Street, be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
5. TSAB04-05 – June 9, 2004 Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting (Section 3)
3. Proposed Parking Prohibitions on Gurnett Street.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT multi-way stop sign control be approved at the intersection of
Gurnett Street and Kennedy Street East; and
THAT parking be prohibited at any time, from Monday to Friday, on the
east side of Gurnett Street from Connaught Avenue to a point 40 meters
north of Connaught Avenue, for a 6 month trial basis; and
THAT the Clerk’s Department be requested to introduce the necessary by-
laws to implement the above recommendations; and
THAT a letter be sent to all affected residents with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
CARRIED
(d) Mr. Jodi Matthew, Resident
Re: Report PL04-075 – Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home (Item 9)
Mr. Jodi Matthew thanked staff for providing notification and assistance with
regard to this matter. Mr. Matthew advised that he still has some concerns
regarding the possibility of this type of facility, once zoned through the
passing of a By-law, having no process or legislation to ensure that the care
and rights of the mentally challenged occupants would be monitored or
protected. Mr. Matthew requested that Council pass a resolution that the
Town of Aurora request the Region of York to petition the Province of Ontario
for new regulations to governing the operators of special needs facilities and
similar operations to provide for improved health care monitoring of residents
within their care, and further that the Province provide additional funding to
achieve this goal.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the comments of the delegate be received as information.
CARRIED
Mr. John Gaspar (Added Item)
Re: Report PL04-075 – Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home (Item 9)
Mr. John Gaspar, applicant and joint-owner of the Cobblestone Lodge,
advised that the site has been operating successfully since May of 2003. Mr.
Gaspar advised that a bill of rights is posted for the residents of the
Cobblestone Lodge Retirement and that spot checks are conducted regularly
to ensure that the establishment is properly managed and that residents are
receiving the quality of care that they deserve.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 9 - PL04-
075 – Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home, be brought forward for
consideration at this time.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
9. PL04-075 – Cobblestone Lodge Retirement Home
Lot 167, R.P. 246
15029 Yonge Street
Zoning Amendment Application
File D14-18-03
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT report PL04-075 be received and that Council approve the
proposed Zoning By-law Amendment No. 4534-04.D.
CARRIED
(f) Mr. Ron Veyt, Resident
Re: Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
June 10, 2004 – Thomson Park (Item 6(3))
Mr. Veyt advised that he and many of the residents in the vicinity of
Thompson Park are opposed to the inclusion of skateboard rails within the
park’s design. Mr. Veyt provided information from various studies which
indicate that skateboarding can be a safety hazard and can be related to such
activities as loitering, graffiti, vandalism and inappropriate behaviour, which
may be undesirable to the residents and users of the park. Mr. Veyt
requested that Council refer this item back to the Leisure Services Advisory
Committee to have the skateboard rail removed from the design.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 6(3) -
Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting June 10, 2004 - Thomson
Park, be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
6. LSAC04-02 – June 10, 2004, Leisure Services Advisory
Committee Meeting (Section 3)
3. Report LS04-022 - Timber/Thompson Park Construction
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT Timber/Thompson Parks be developed in accordance with the
proposed Concept Plans presented by staff.
CARRIED
(g) Ms Sandra Humfryes, Resident
Re: Traffic Calming Request on Golf Links Drive (Item 5(2))
Ms. Sandra Humfryes addressed Council on behalf of the residents of Golf Links
Drive, and that she and advised the residents fully support the recommendations
within the TSAB04-004 report regarding Traffic Calming Request on Golf Links
Drive. Ms Humfryes concluded by thanking staff for working together with the
residents to formulate the suggestions outlined in this report, and requested that
Council approve all of the recommendations with regard to this issue.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 5(2)-
Report No. TSAB04-004 - Traffic Calming Request on Golf Links Drive, be
brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
5. TSAB04-05 – June 9, 2004 Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting (Section 2)
2. Report No. TSAB04-004 Traffic Calming Request on Golf Links Drive.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT Report No. TSAB04-004 “Traffic Calming Request on Golf
Links Drive” be received for information; and
THAT Council:
Approve, in principle, the traffic calming design for Golf Links Drive;
authorize staff to conduct a poll of households on Golf Links Drive to
ascertain their views on the traffic calming design as contained in
Report No. TSAB04-004;
request staff to notify and consult with public and review agencies
on the proposed traffic calming design; and
authorize staff to post the necessary advertising for the road
alteration by-law.
CARRIED
(e) Mr. Gary Stanhope of MHPM Project Managers
Re: New Recreation Complex Earthworks Site Services Contract and
Options for Energy Conservation (Item 13); and Sustainable Design
Initiatives for the New Recreation Complex (Item 14)
Mr. Gary Stanhope, of MHPM Project Managers, provided an update on the
status of the New Recreation Complex, Mr Stanhope advised that there is now a
project website available for interested parties to browse and obtain the latest
information as well as provide feedback with regard to the project. Mr. Stanhope
advised that the website may be accessed through a link on the home page of
the Town of Aurora website at www.town.aurora.on.ca.
Mr. Stanhope advised that, as outlined in Item 14, there is still a requirement that
Council determine a position at this time with regard to Energy Efficiency options
and whether or not to pursue LEED Certification for the project.
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 14 - Report
from MHPM Project Managers, be brought forward for consideration at
this time.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
14. Report from MHPM Project Managers
Re: Energy Conservation and Sustainable Design Initiatives for the New
Recreation Complex
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
1. THAT Council give direction to the Project Architect and Engineers
to proceed with the Ecochill system as part of the project program,
at an estimated additional cost of $123,200; and
2. THAT Council not proceed with LEED certification; and
3. THAT a Special Council meeting be called on September 7, 2004,
to award the General Contract.
CARRIED
VIII CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. Aurora Hydro/Newmarket Hydro Amalgamation Assessment Report
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the Joint Utility Executive Team Amalgamation Assessment Report
be received; and
THAT the Town proceed to the next steps of the merger discussions with
the Town of Newmarket including:
• Establishment of a Shareholder Agreement detailing:
Shareholdings
Board of Directors
Appointment of Auditors and financial reporting
Shareholder approval thresholds
Director approval thresholds
Objectives and Guiding Principles for the company
Share transfer, issuance and pledging
• Establishment of an Amalgamation Agreement setting out:
Mechanics of amalgamation under the Ontario Business
Corporations Act
Valuation of the companies and Shareholder consideration for
value
Conditions precedent, such as:
• Representations and warranties
• Due diligence
Any required covenants
• Other special arrangements to be considered by Council, including:
Shareholder guarantees respecting current dividend and
promissory note interest payments
Allocation of initial savings and efficiencies
Disposition of any excess working finds
Potential one-time dividend payments in recognition of revenues
realized through OEB retroactive rate adjustments
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THAT the Negotiation Committee consist of the CAO of the Town of
Aurora, President and CEO of Aurora Hydro Connections Limited, one (1)
Member of the Board of Directors and one (1) approved Member of
Council, who will be Councillor Damir Vrancic, with such
supplementary legal and financial advice as may be required.
CARRIED
Councillor Kean raised a point of privilege with regard to his challenge of a belated
declaration of interest by the Mayor at the June 8, 2004 Committee meting with regard
to his spousal relationship with a non-union employee at the Town Hall. Councillor
Kean advised that his concern was not related in any way to said employee at the Town
Hall, but rather that the Mayor should declare this conflict of interest every time a
discussion is held with regard to the Town Hall.
2. General Committee Meeting Report No. 04-17 - Tuesday, June 15, 2004
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 04-17, TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2004
(3) CS04-025 -Amendments to the Procedural By-law and - Section 5-
Assemblies (Item Deferred from June 8, 2004 Council)
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT this item be deferred to the July 13, 2004 Council meeting.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the proposed Amendments to the Procedural By-law, with respect
to Assemblies, be adopted.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 04-17 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
5. TSAB04-05 – June 9, 2004 Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board
Meeting held on June 9, 2004 be received as information; and
4. Report No. TSAB04-003 – Sightline Concerns on McMaster Avenue
at the Hollidge Boulevard Intersection.
THAT the second raised concrete centre median on Hollidge
Boulevard west of McMaster Avenue be removed; and
THAT Council approve funds in the amount of $7,000 for this work; and
THAT a letter be sent to all affected residents with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
5. June 2, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding Catherine Avenue – 2 Year Parking Review Between
Yonge Street and Spruce Street.
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
THAT the existing winter parking prohibition on the south side of
Catherine Avenue from Yonge Street to Spruce Street from
November 15Th to April 15Th remain in place on a permanent basis.
6. June 9, 2004 memorandum from the By-law Services Co-ordinator
regarding Parking Concerns on Tyler Street and Mill Street.
THAT parking be restricted on the south side of Tyler Street from the
east edge of the west driveway of the site to the west edge of the east
driveway of the property from 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m., Monday to Friday.
7. May 18, 2004 e-mail from Ms. Gail Severini requesting for “Children at
Play” signs on Watts Meadow.
THAT the request for “Children at Play” sings on Watts Meadow be
denied; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Gail Severine with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
8. May 26, 2004 e-mail from Ms. Jacqueline Schafer-Kopackov
regarding safety concerns on Aurora Heights Drive.
THAT the June 9, 2004 e-mail from Ms. Jacqueline Schafer-Kopackov
regarding safety concerns on Aurora Heights Drive be deferred to the
July 14, 2004 TSAB meeting; and
THAT staff be requested to conduct a speed count on Aurora Heights
Drive between Crawford Rose Drive and McLeod Drive; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Jacqueline Schafer-Kopackov with the
TSAB's recommendations.
9. June 1, 2004 e-mail from Ms. Stacey Crocker regarding parking
concerns relating to a Super Mailbox in front of 23 Downey Circle.
THAT staff be requested to work with Canada Post to determine if the
existing Super Mailbox on Downey Circle in front of house #23 can be
moved to the end of the cul-de-sac; and
THAT staff be requested to report back to the TSAB with the cost; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Stacey Crocker with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
10. May 29, 2004 e-mail from Mr. Bill Hogg regarding traffic flow through
Bayview Wellington.
THAT staff be requested to review the traffic flow through Bayview
Wellington once the construction of the subdivisions and the
commercial properties on Earl Steward Drive and Peterson Drive have
been completed; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Bill Hogg with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
11. Selection of a Vice Chair from Committee Members.
THAT Brett Cole be appointed the Vice Chair of the TSAB until
January 2005 on a rotating basis.
CARRIED
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6. LSAC04-02 – June 10, 2004, Leisure Services Advisory
Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Buck
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory
Committee Meeting, held on June 10, 2004, be received for
information.
2. Murray Parkette
THAT the relationship with Beta Sigma Phi should be maintained;
and
THAT staff provide a paper trail showing the sequence of events
regarding Regency Acres Committee Association's application to
adopt the Murray Parkette.
4. Report LS04-026 - Confederation Park Background Information
THAT staff advise, in writing, whether they intend to honour the
wishes of the Regency Acres Committee Association by providing
garbage cans, benches and coniferous trees in Confederation Park;
and
THAT staff provide a written response as to whether the school’s
alarms and bells are in violation of the Town's noise by-law.
5. In-Camera
THAT the 11 nominations submitted for the Youth Action
Committee be accepted.
CARRIED
11. Memo from the Director of Planning
Re: Oak Ridges Moraine By-law Flexibility
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT Council approve option #2 as outlined in the Memo from the
Director of Planning regarding Oak Ridges Moraine By-law Flexibility, as
follows:
Option 2 – Addition of Section 34.1.2 iv – allow pools, decks, sheds
and minor additions as a right on existing lots with
dwellings within woodlands in the settlement area.
34.1.2 Settlement Area Containing a Significant Woodland Feature
Despite the provisions of Subsection 34.1.2 above, where a
residential lot or a portion of a lot existing as of November 15,
2001, is located within a significant woodland as shown on
Schedule "B", to this By-law, and the said lot or a portion of the
said lot is also located within the "Oak Ridges Moraine
Settlement Area" as shown on Schedule "A" – Map 1, the
following provisions shall apply:
i) the use, erection, expansion, enlargement, conversion or
reconstruction of existing residential buildings and
accessory buildings or structures within the woodland
feature on the said lands shall only be permitted if:
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a. it would have been permitted by the applicable Zoning
By-law on November 15, 2001 and complies with
Sections 28, 29, 45(7) and (8), and Section 47 of the Oak
Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan;
b. it is within 7.5 metres of an existing primary building or
structure on the lot, and;
c. 75% of the of the significant woodland area, located on
the said lot shall be preserved in a natural state and;
ii) any tree removal shall only occur within the actual area
required for the use, erection or expansion or enlargement
and that no other tree removal shall occur within the
significant woodland.
iii) Furthermore, if the said lot was not an existing lot as of
November 15, 2001, or is a vacant lot, or if the primary use
is removed and replaced with a new dwelling that is not on
the original footprint, then the provisions of Section 34.1.2
shall apply.
34.1.2 iv Notwithstanding the provisons of Section
34.1.2, sheds less than 10 square metres, swimming
pools, uncovered decks, patios and minor additions to a
maximum of 25% of the ground floor area provided that
they do not exceed 50 m2 shall be permitted on
residential lots with existing dwellings within woodlands.
CARRIED
15. Correspondence from the Town of Newmarket
Re: Joint Recreational Pool Facility
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the Director of Leisure Services arrange a meeting with the
Councillors Buck and Hogg, and the Town of Newmarket, to discuss the
proposal of entering into a joint venture on the recreational pool facility, on
the proviso that the proposed design would remain as previously approved
by the Town of Aurora, and that the sub-committee bring back a report
with options.
CARRIED
16. LS04-030 – Request for Quotations L.S. 2004-31 through 34 Aurora
Community Centre (ACC1) Rehabilitation Works
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT Council award RFQ No. L.S. 2004-31 Main Entrance Ticket Booth
Replacement and Suspended Ceiling Lighting Replacement to Ruscro
General Contracting in the amount of $34,510.00 less G.S.T.; and
THAT Council award RFQ No. L.S. 2004-32 Interior Painting to Al’s
Decorating and Carpet Service in the amount of $28,608.00 less G.S.T.;
and
THAT Council award RFQ No. L.S. 2004-33 Supply and Installation of
Floor Tiles to Keefe Bros. Carpet Ltd. in the amount of $13,930.00 less
G.S.T.; and
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THAT Council award RFQ No. L.S. 2004-34 Shower Stall and Washroom
Partition Works to Doug Thompson Contracting Ltd. in the amount of
$16,635.00 less G.S.T; and
THAT staff be requested to provide a report on the feasibility and a
quotation on the costs involved in adding a washroom facility
upstairs in ACC-1.
CARRIED
IX REGIONAL REPORT
No report was provided.
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Report LS04-031 - Tender No. L.S. 2004-38 Supply and Installation of Playground
Equipment (Added Item)
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT Council award Tender No. L.S. 2004-38, Supply and Installation of
Playground Equipment for Schedule “C” Thompson Park to Little Tikes
Commercial Play Systems Inc. for the all inclusive net Tender price of
$25,946.72 excluding G.S.T.; and
THAT Council award Tender No. L.S. 2004-38, Supply and Installation of
Playground Equipment for Schedule “A” Confederation Park and Schedule
“B” Timbers Park to Belair Recreational Products Inc. for the all inclusive
net Tender price of $57,624.15 excluding G.S.T.; and
THAT Council authorize the purchase and installation of a Space Net
feature playground component from A.B.C. Recreation Ltd. for the all
inclusive price of $30,446.96 less G.S.T.
CARRIED
Councillor Kean requested that staff investigate the whistle blowing from midnight
and early morning trains and review other measures to permit trains travelling
through residential neighbourhoods at late hours, to use a bell in place of the
standard whistle, therefore reducing noise levels substantially. The Director of
Works advised that staff have already looked into this issue and are currently
drafting a report as the process being investigated.
Councillor Hogg expressed concern with regard to staff reports and other
materials, being added on to the items for consideration at the beginning of
Council and General Committee meetings. Councillor Hogg advised that this
practice does not allow Members of Council to thoroughly review the material in
order to allow informed debate or decision making. Councillor Hogg requested
that staff ensure that reports be provided at the appropriate time, and unless
urgent, they not be added on.
Councillor Hogg expressed concern with regard to the proliferation of parked cars
at soccer games and other sporting events, potentially causing safety hazards.
Councillor Hogg, therefore, provided notice of motion with regard to additional by-
law enforcement personnel.
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Councillor West expressed his appreciation and thanks to the operations staff
who set up for, and oversaw the All Candidates Meeting at the Town Hall.
Councillor West advised that the sound system was particularly effective and well
managed.
Councillor Vrancic advised that he has received communication from concerned
residents with regard to unreasonable conditions and length of time being taken
to conduct construction on Kennedy Street. Councillor Vrancic provided notice of
motion with regard to enforcement of by-laws during construction projects,
particularly infill projects.
XI READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the by-law 4556-04.C - to govern the procedures of the Council of
the Town of Aurora and its Committees and Boards, be amended to have
paragraphs 3 and 4 deleted.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT this meeting be extended beyond 10:30 p.m. in order to address the
remaining items on the agenda.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4556-04.C BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law 4280-
01.C, a by-law to govern
the procedures of the
Council of the Town of
Aurora and its
Committees and Boards.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4535-04.F BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law 4510-
04.F to authorize a
schedule of fees for
services offered by
the Leisure Services
Department and to
prescribe charges
for administrative
matters.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4492-04.L BEING A BY-LAW to
declare surplus lands
described as Part of Lot
80, Concession 1, EYS,
in the Town of Aurora
(adjacent to Chapman
Court Extension).
4534-04.D BEING A BY-LAW to
Amend By-law 2213-78
(Cobblestone - Holding)
4548-04.D BEING A BY-LAW to
adopt Official Plan
Amendment No. 53
(Trusthouse)
4549-04.D BEING A BY-LAW to
adopt Official Plan
Amendment No. 54
(2029193 Ontario Ltd.)
4551-04.D BEING A BY-LAW to
exempt Part of Block 258
on Registered Plan 65M-
3573, in Aurora, from the
Part Lot Control
provisions as provided in
subsection 50 (5) of the
Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c.P.13 (as
amended).
4552-04.D BEING A BY-LAW to
exempt Part of Blocks
96, 97, 100 AND 101 on
Registered Plan 65M-
3657, in Aurora, from the
Part Lot Control
provisions as provided in
subsection 50 (5) of the
Planning Act, R.S.O.
1990, c.P.13 (as
amended).
4554-04.C BEING A BY-LAW to
Confirm Actions by
Council Resulting From
This Meeting - Tuesday,
June 22, 2004.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, June 22, 2004
XII IN CAMERA
Property and Personnel Matter
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Council proceed In Camera to address property and personnel
matters.
DEFEATED
XIII ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor West
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:45 p.m.
CARRIED
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T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK