MINUTES - Council - 20050524
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 05-20
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, May 24, 2005
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner,
Kean, Morris, Vrancic, Wallace and West.
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Hogg was absent.
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, Deputy Treasurer and
Council/Committee Secretary.
Following Open Forum the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:25 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 West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department, with the following additional items, be approved:
Ms Susan Walmer
Re: Item 1 (2) – ADM05-009 – Acting Head of Council –
Deputy Mayor (Revised)
Correspondence from Ms Judy Salmon
Re: Item 1 (2) – ADM05-009 – Acting Head of Council –
Deputy Mayor (Revised)
(Added to the agenda at the request of Councillor Morris)
Correspondence from Ms Linda Stephens-Sander
Re: Item 1 (2) – ADM05-009 – Acting Head of Council –
Deputy Mayor (Revised)
(Added to the agenda at the request of Councillor Morris)
CARRIED
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III ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of May 10, 2005, Meeting Number 05-19
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 05-19 be adopted as
printed and circulated.
CARRIED
IV PRESENTATIONS
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(2), 1(3), 2, 3, 4, 5, 6(2), 7, 8, 9 and 10 were identified for discussion.
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
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:
11. Correspondence from Ms Monica Day
Re: Item 1(2) - ADM05-009– Acting Head of Council – Deputy Mayor
(REVISED)
(Added to the agenda at the request of Councillor Morris)
THAT the correspondence be received.
Correspondence from Ms Judy Salmon
Re: Item 1 (2) – ADM05-009 – Acting Head of Council – Deputy Mayor
(Revised)
(Added to the agenda at the request of Councillor Morris) – Added Item
THAT the correspondence be received.
Correspondence from Ms Linda Stephens-Sander
Re: Item 1 (2) – ADM05-009 – Acting Head of Council – Deputy Mayor
(Revised)
(Added to the agenda at the request of Councillor Morris) – Added Item
THAT the correspondence be received.
CARRIED
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VII DELEGATIONS
c) Mr. Don Larke, Whitwell Developments Limited
Re: Item 1(3) – PL05-043 – Whitwell Developments Limited
(First Professional)
and
Item 2 – Memo from the Director of Planning –
Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional)
Files D09-10-03 & D14-28-03
Mr. Don Larke addressed Council by outlining the presentation that would be
made regarding the Whitwell (First Professional) development, indicating that the
main points to be covered would be the economic benefits, urban design, internal
and external traffic impacts and the contribution to the downtown core.
Dr. Frank Clayton, President, Clayton Research Associates, reviewed the
economic benefits of the proposal, indicating that the area would be mixed retail
and office use. Dr. Clayton advised that, assuming constant dollars and full
build-out in 2014, the annual property taxes to Aurora would be $409,000, with
one-time revenues to Aurora of $1.9 million in development charges and
$455,000 in building permit revenues. Mr. Clayton indicated that 2,800 jobs will
be created, approximately half of which will be office jobs and half retail jobs,
encompassing full and part time positions.
Mr. Russell Fleischer, Turner Fleischer Architects, Lead Urban Design
Consultant, presented Council with an overview of the revised Urban Design
Guidelines, as well as a series of concept renderings showing the main streets
surrounding the Whitwell development in order to describe the feel and ambience
of the proposed development. The side of the development fronting Highway
404 would be the Business Park; the side fronting Wellington Street East would
be single and two storey retail stores; and the side fronting Leslie Street would be
a more natural setting, such as a woodlot, as well as trees planted in a way to
screen the building. Mr. Fleischer indicated that Whitwell Developments (First
Professional) has offered $80,000 for the construction of an attractive gateway at
Highway 404 and Wellington Street East.
Mr. Jim Houghton, Senior Project Manager, iTRANS Consulting Inc. presented
Council with the results of the traffic impact analysis of the proposed
development, based on a ten year projection and assuming full build-out.
Mr. Don Larke reaffirmed Whitwell Developments (First Professional)’s
commitment to contributing to Aurora’s downtown core, and welcomed the
opportunity to work with the Town, via a potential Negotiating Sub-committee, to
discuss the parameters of the contribution and to enhance their role within the
community.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the presentation be received.
CARRIED
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a) Ms Adrienne Long, Earth Tech
Re: Item 1(3) - PL05-043 – Whitwell Developments Limited
(First Professional)
and
Item 2 – Memo from the Director of Planning -
Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional)
Files D09-10-03 & D14-28-03
Ms Adrienne Long advised that Earth Tech was retained by the Town as a Peer
Review Consultant for the traffic analysis completed for the Whitwell (First
Professional) development, and that they were responsible for reviewing the
impacts to external roads and the traffic flow in the internal area. Ms Long
advised that the road improvements identified will be sufficient up to 2014,
allowing for sufficient road capacity and acceptable queuing. Ms Long also
indicated that a change should be made to an internal road design to permit
better traffic flow.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the delegation be received.
CARRIED
b) Mr. David Butler, The Butler Group
Re: Item 1(3) - PL05-043 – Whitwell Developments Limited
(First Professional)
and
Item 2 – Memo from the Director of Planning -
Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional)
Files D09-10-03 & D14-28-03
Mr. David Butler, The Butler Group, Planning Peer Review Consultant addressed
Council to advise that the Town’s Official Plan provides for a policy that allows for
regional serving commercial uses, subject to meeting five tests, as follows: pre-
eminent site, building and landscape design; comprehensive planning consistent
with high quality image; traffic study; market study; and assessing impacts on
surrounding land use. Mr. Butler advised that all of these test requirements have
been met by Whitwell Developments (First Professional).
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the delegation be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor West
THAT Item 1(3) be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
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VIII CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 05-14 - Tuesday, May 17, 2005
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM
THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 05-14, TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2005
(3) PL05-043 – Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional)
Part of Lot 21, Concession 3
Wellington and Leslie Street
Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
Files D09-10-03 & D14-28-03
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT By-law 4668-05.D, being a by-law to adopt Official Plan
Amendment Number 58 be enacted, subject to Council being satisfied that
the issues identified at the September 29, 2004 Public Planning meeting
and the May 17, 2005 General Committee meeting have been adequately
addressed; and
THAT Council approve Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment applications D09-10-03 and D14-28-03 respectively regarding
Whitwell developments Limited, and; (note: this recommendation may
change if traffic issue not resolved by May 5)
THAT no further notice is required to be given in respect of the
implementing Zoning By-law Amendment No. 4669-05.D in accordance
with Section 34(17) of the Planning Act; and
THAT Council is satisfied that proper Notice has been provided in respect
of the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment No. 4669-05.D, in
accordance with Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, be enacted; and
THAT the recommendations regarding the internal roadways, suggested
by The Butler Group and Earth Tech, be considered during site plan
approval.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT Mayor Jones, Councillor West, the Chair of the Economic
Development Advisory Committee and any other Members of Council
meet with representatives of Whitwell Developments Limited (First
Professional) to identify the amount offered by Whitwell Developments
Limited (First Professional) to the Town of Aurora for use in the downtown
area, at Council’s discretion, and that a meeting be convened within three
months.
CARRIED
2. Memorandum from the Director of Planning
Item 1(3) - PL05-043 – Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional)
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Planning regarding Item 1(3)
- PL05-043 – Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional) be
received for information.
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CARRIED
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Ms Susan Walmer
Re: Item 1 (2) – ADM05 -009 – Acting Head of Council – Deputy Mayor
(Revised) - Added Item
Ms Susan Walmer addressed Council regarding the use of the Deputy Mayor title
by Councillor Morris. Ms Walmer indicated that residents regard Councillor
Morris as the Deputy Mayor, based on her having received the highest number of
votes in the election. As well, Ms Walmer suggested that there is an economic
benefit to Councillor Morris being referred to as the Deputy Mayor, as it infers a
much larger community. Ms Walmer stated that this perception within the
community, as well as outside of Aurora, conveys the importance of the work
being done by the Town and is an issue of empowerment. Ms Walmer indicated
her respect for Councillor Morris, based on her dedication and commitment to the
residents of Aurora, and suggested that she should be allowed to use the title, as
it has been used by others in the past and is also shown on plaques around the
Town.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the delegation be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT Item 1(2) be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
(2) ADM05-009– Acting Head of Council – Deputy Mayor (REVISED)
(Deferred - May 3, 2005 General Committee Meeting)
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the position of Deputy Mayor be maintained as identified in By-law
4490-03.C to act as Deputy Mayor only in the absence of the Mayor; and
THAT the Acting Head of Council not be referred to as Deputy Mayor
unless that person is actually fulfilling the role of Acting Head of Council in
the absence of the Mayor.
DEFEATED
On a recorded vote, as the result of a tie, the motion was DEFEATED
YEAS: 4 NAYS: 4
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Buck, Wallace, West and Mayor Jones
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Gaertner, Kean, Morris and Vrancic
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT this meeting be extended beyond 10:30 p.m. in order to address the
remaining items on the agenda.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the matter be deferred to a future meeting for discussion during
review of the Procedural Bylaw.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the balance of the report of the General Committee Meeting No. 05-
14 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be
adopted.
CARRIED
3. AHC05-03 – May 9 , 2005 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
2. 118 Wellington St. E
THAT this matter be deferred to the June 7, 2005 General Committee
meeting.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
3. Heritage Conservation District-Northeast Old Aurora
THAT the boundary of the study area be referred back to staff for further
review and consultation with the Olde Aurora Ratepayers Association; and
THAT the letter from the Olde Aurora Residents Association,
recommending the Town proceed with the initiation of a Heritage
Conservation District Study for Northeast Old Aurora be received; and
THAT The Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee recommends to
Council that a Heritage Conservation District Study for Northeast Old
Aurora be initiated; and
THAT the draft Terms of Reference for the proposed Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Study be received and endorsed.
4. Bacon Basketware – 35 Wellington St. E
THAT the restoration approach prepared by the Community Planner for
the Bacon Basketware Ltd. building at 35 Wellington Street West be
received and endorsed; and
THAT the Community Planner is requested to continue to work with the
owner, to achieve a successful rehabilitation of the façade of the historic
industrial complex.
5. 72 Kennedy St. W. – Demolition Issues
THAT the information concerning the demolition of the House at Kennedy
Street be received; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to report back to the Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee on the following strategies for reducing the
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threat of loss of significant heritage buildings and ensuring sensitive infill
development in the historic core of Aurora:
• Future Heritage Conservation District Study Areas;
• An evaluation system for heritage buildings and associated policies;
• A pro-active designation program;
• Heritage Impact Statements;
• Demolition Policies;
• An outline of tools to be used for the protection of heritage resources
(e.g. the New Ontario Heritage Act and Provincial Policy Statements);
• Guidelines for infill projects in the historic core; and
THAT the owner of the property at 72 Kennedy Street West be requested
to work with the Town (Community Planner) to achieve a design for a
replacement building which is compatible with the historic character of
Kennedy Street.
6. Radial Railway Abutment/Pillar
THAT the update provided by B. Panizza be received and that staff
continue to proceed with the acquisition of the property where the
abutment/pillar is situated.
7. 18 Centre St.
THAT the design commentary by the Community Planner for 18 Centre
Street be received and endorsed.
8. Heritage Act Highlights
THAT the correspondence regarding the new Heritage Act be received for
information.
9. 21 Wellington St. E.
THAT the update regarding 21 Wellington St. E. be received for
information.
CARRIED
4. EAC05-06 – May 9, 2005 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting, held on May 9, 2005, be received for information and Council
endorse the following recommendations of the Environmental Advisory
Committee:
2. Matthew Bertin, Member of the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee
Re: Website Concept
THAT the presentation by Mr. Matthew Bertin on the Website Concept for
the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee be received; and
THAT any discussion on this concept be carried out under the Public
Awareness/Education Sub-Committee Report/Update.
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3. Region of York - York Region Ecological Footprint Bulletin
THAT the Region of York’s York Region Ecological Footprint Bulletin be
received and referred to the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee
and By-laws/Policy Sub-Committee.
4. Newspaper Article from Toronto Star
Source of Creek Spill Elusive – Aurora Calls in RCMP to Probe
Chemical Leak - (2003 publication approximately)
THAT the newspaper article from the Toronto Star titled, “Source of Creek
Spill Elusive – Aurora Calls in RCMP to Probe Chemical Leak,” be
received and referred to a future discussion in an Environmental Advisory
Committee meeting on spills/contamination.
5. Newspaper Article from April 14th edition of The Era Banner
Fuel Leak Cleanup Off Until Summer
THAT the newspaper article from the April 14th edition of The Era Banner
titled, “Fuel Leak Cleanup Off Until Summer,” be received and referred to
a future discussion in an Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on
spills/contamination.
6. Notice of Public Meeting - May 2, 2005
Duck Farm Sewage Spill
THAT the Notice of Public Meeting – May 2, 2005 regarding Duck Farm
Sewage Spill be received and referred to a future discussion in an
Environmental Advisory Committee meeting on spills/contamination.
7. Organic Lawn Care Seminar - Volunteer Opportunities
THAT the correspondence regarding the Organic Lawn Care Seminar -
Volunteer Opportunities be received and participation as co-hosts of the
Organic Lawn Care Seminar be endorsed by the Environmental Advisory
Committee.
8. Correspondence from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
Support of York Region Forest Conservation By-law
THAT Mr. Jim Tree, Parks Manager, review and clarify for the
Environmental Advisory Committee the recently endorsed York Region
Forest Conservation By-law to ascertain whether urban areas are treated
the same as other areas.
9. Naturalization/Wildlife Minutes of April 6, 2005
THAT the following recommendations of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub-
Committee be received and endorsed by the Environmental Advisory
Committee:
THAT the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub-Committee Minutes of April 6, 2005,
be received; and
THAT the Sub-Committee is in agreement in principle that the Region’s
Tree By-law and Aurora’s Tree By-law be amalgamated subject to our
review of the Region’s draft Tree By-law; and
THAT the Sub-Committee will investigate the Healthy Yard Programs in
Richmond Hill and Markham with a view to adapt a similar program for
Aurora; and
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THAT the Sub-Committee will investigate the feasibility of establishing an
annual tree planting program and make recommendations on sites,
suitable tree species, and budget; and
THAT the Sub-Committee will investigate creating a program that can be
implemented at short notice to collect seeds during a “mast year” for
planting with the assistance of schools and service groups; and
THAT the Sub-Committee will investigate implementing a scheme and
seek partners and/or sponsors for nest box purchase, building, installation,
and monitoring.
10. Public Awareness/Education Minutes of April 4, 2005
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee Minutes of April 4,
2005 be received; and
THAT the following recommendations of the Public Awareness/Education
Sub-Committee from their meeting held May 2, 2005, as presented by the
Chair of the Sub-Committee, be received and endorsed by the
Environmental Advisory Committee:
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee report back with
feedback and suggestions following the Environmental Advisory
Committee’s involvement with the Mayor’s office in promoting the Mayor’s
Anti-Litter Day Poster Contest of April 30, 2005, and any subsequent Anti-
Litter Days; and
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee continue to
develop the presented concept for the promotional/educational website,
and that Environmental Advisory Committee members advise the Public
Awareness/Education Sub-Committee of any comments or input into the
concept; and
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee presented logo
concept be received and Environmental Advisory Committee members
provide feedback to the Sub-committee; and
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee develop a “Master
Resource Contact List”; and
THAT the Public Awareness Sub-Committee be directed to develop an
information/communication strategy and report back to the Environmental
Advisory Committee with an outline of their plans to introduce a regular
public education/awareness column entitled, “EAC Yaks,” to be published
in a local newspaper, and further that the Sub-Committee compile a list of
topics for endorsement by the Environmental Advisory Committee.
11. Waste Management – Verbal Update
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee endorses the following
priorities of the Waste Management Sub-Committee as presented by
Robert Cook:
a) Set up of a website to advise Aurora residents how to
dispose of unwanted material;
b) Select a Town facility which will be used to set an example
of sound waste diversion practices; and
c) Promote home composting; and
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THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that Council
approve the establishment of a working group consisting of members of
the Environmental Advisory Committee, sub-committees and designated
Town Staff to:
a) Select a Town facility that will be used to set an example of sound
waste diversion practices; and
b) Promote home composting; and
THAT Environmental Advisory Committee directs the Waste Management
Sub-Committee to research and investigate how to dispose of unwanted
materials and liaise with the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee
on the setting up of website pages to advise citizens.
12. Discussion to Set Goals and Priorities
THAT the June 13, 2005, meeting of the Environmental Advisory
Committee be a workshop meeting held at the Library for all Committee
and Sub-Committee members; and
THAT staff be directed to schedule the regular meeting of the
Environmental Advisory Committee at the end of June.
13. TR05-018 – Community Survey Results
THAT Agenda Item 4 TR05-018 – Community Survey Results be deferred
to the next regular meeting of the Environmental Advisory Committee.
14. Tree Cutting Permit Application
THAT the verbal update by Councillor Morris regarding a Tree Cutting
Permit Application be received, acknowledging that there was insufficient
time or information to review the application to provide any comments; and
THAT the Town consider developing a policy to address development in
existing woodlots.
CARRIED
5. FAC05-01 – May 11, 2005 Finance Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Buck
2. Review of the Terms of Reference
THAT this matter be referred to the June 7, 2005 General Committee
meeting; and
THAT a copy of the revised Terms of Reference be provided.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Finance Advisory Committee meeting,
held on May 11, 2005, be received for information and Council endorse
the following recommendations of the Finance Advisory Committee:
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3. 2005 Budget Process/De-Briefing
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer and the Interim Manager/Advisor to
the Finance Department, draft a preliminary framework of the 2006 budget
requirements and an overall annual budget process timetable, to be
presented at the June 8th Finance Advisory Committee meeting.
4. TR05-018 – Community Survey Results
THAT the Directors be requested to evaluate the results of the Community
Survey Results, in relation to their individual Departments and forward
their comments to the Chief Administrative Officer who will present a
report on the findings to a future Finance Advisory Committee meeting.
5. Service Delivery Review
THAT the matter of the Service Delivery Review be deferred to the
September meeting of the Finance Advisory Committee.
6. Finance Advisory Committee Meetings
THAT the next meeting of the Finance Advisory Committee be held on
Wednesday, June 8, 2005; and
THAT future meeting requirements be determined at that time.
7. Finance Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT the Finance Advisory Committee Pending List be received for
information.
CARRIED
6. TSAB 05-013 – May 11, 2005 Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Wallace
2. Report No. TSAB05-010 – Traffic Calming Request on Heathwood Heights
Drive
THAT the proposed traffic calming design on Heathwood Heights Drive in
the vicinity of Gowan Lane not be approved and that a poll not be issued.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT staff be requested to modify the proposed traffic calming design to
include a third speed hump on Heathwood Heights Drive in the vicinity of
Gowan Lane; and
THAT a new poll be issued to determine the support rate for the modified
traffic calming design for Heathwood Heights Drive.
CARRI ED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
meeting, held on May 11, 2005, be received for information and Council
endorse the following recommendations of the Traffic Safety Advisory
Committee:
Formatted: Endnote Text, Indent: Left: 0.5",
Hanging: 0.5", Tab stops: Not at -0.75"
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3. Report No. TSAB05-0011 – All-Way Stop Sign Control at the Willis Drive
and Petch Crescent/McClenny Drive Intersection.
THAT multi-way stop sign control not be installed at the intersection of
Willis Drive and Petch Crescent/McClenny Drive; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Penny DePiero with the TSAB’s
recommendation.
4. Report No. TSAB05-012 – All-Way Stop Sign Request at the Intersection of
Glass Drive and Child Drive Intersection.
THAT multi-way stop sign control not be installed at the intersection of
Glass Drive and Child Drive; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Gayle Palmer with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
5. May 3, 2005 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding Murray Drive History – Safety Concerns at the Plaza’s East and
West Entrances/Exits
THAT staff be requested to pass the necessary by-law to make the
existing turning prohibition signs at the Murray Drive and the plaza’s east
entrances/exits enforceable; and
THAT staff be requested to monitor the plaza’s east and west
entrances/exits and report back to the TSAB if further action is required.
6. May 4, 2005 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding Parking Concerns on Richardson Drive
THAT staff be directed to install “No Parking Anytime” signs on the north
side of Richardson Drive within 15 meters of the Lee Gate intersection;
and
THAT By-law Services be requested to notify the affected residents prior
to the “No Parking Anytime” signs being installed.
7. May 6, 2005 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding parking concerns on Pinnacle Trail
THAT staff be requested to submit a report to the June 8, 2005 TSAB
meeting regarding the implementation of a Town-wide 3-hour parking limit;
and
THAT the parking concerns on Pinnacle Trail and Rush Road be deferred
until after the Board has considered the 3-hour Town wide parking report;
and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Lara Pietrolungo and Ms. Joan Parsons with
the TSAB’s recommendations.
8. April 18, 2005 email from Ms. Noosheen Mehri regarding safety concerns
on Cypress Court
THAT the request for warning signs on Cypress Court be denied as the
necessary warrants have not been satisfied; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Noosheen Mehri with the TSAB’s
recommendations.
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9. April 25, 2005 email from Mr. Bob Bujic regarding parking concerns in the
Tara Hill Condominium
THAT staff be requested to review the existing parking prohibitions on the
west side of Old Yonge Street and report back to the Board; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Bob Bujic with the TSAB’s recommendation.
10. Minutes from the April 14, 2005 Regional Road Watch Committee
THAT staff be requested to create a Mandate and Terms of Reference for
the Regional Road Watch Committee representative.
CARRIED
7. LSAC 05-05 – May 12, 2005 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kean
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
meeting, held on May 12, 2005, be received for information and Council
endorse the following recommendations of the Leisure Services Advisory
Committee:
2. LS05-025 - Hickson Park Construction and Public Open House Results
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee review the information
provided at the Public Open House concerning Hickson Park and
authorize staff to proceed with the detailed design and implementation of
the park as outlined in report LS05-025 – Hickson Park Construction and
Public Open House Results.
3. LS05-026 - Special Events Committee Restructuring
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee recommend to Council
that the Special Events Sub-Committee membership be reviewed and
reduced from ten members to eight members.
4. LS05-027 - Evaluation Criteria for Lease of Library Square
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the evaluation
criteria for the lease of Library Square, as follows:
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the evaluation
criteria for the lease of Library Square, as follows:
Points
1. Type of Applicant Non-Profit 10
Profit 5
2. Residency of Applicant and Members Local 15
Regional 10
GTA 5
3. Level of Community Access Community Based 15
Regional Based 10
Members Only 5
4. Amount of Space Required (sq. ft) 16,000 or 4,000 5
10,000 – 16,000 4
5,000 – 10,000 3
1,000 – 5,000 2
under 1,000 1
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5. Length of Lease Requested 5 years 5
2 – 5 years 3
1 year 1
6. Amount of Dedicated Parking Required zero 5
minimal 3
high 1
7. Modifications Required to Facility by group minimal 5
average 3
extensive 1
8. Financial Solvency high 5
average 3
low 1
5. LS05-028 - Canada Day Schedule of Activities
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the schedule of
activities proposed for Canada Day in report LS05-028; and
THAT the Special Events Sub-Committee identify which members are
available to volunteer on July 1st; and
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee identify a list of volunteers
to organize and operate the Beer Garden during Canada Day.
CARRIED
8. EDAC05-05 – May 18, 2005 Economic Development Advisory Committee
Meeting
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
3. Whitwell Developments Limited (First Professional) Development
THAT, in view of the financial contribution commitment by Whitwell
Developments (First Professional) to the municipality, the Economic
Development Advisory Committee requests that the Negotiating
Committee recommend that the proponent be requested to install the
landmark features for the Hwy 404 interchange, on behalf of the
municipality, in accordance with specifications to be determined by the
Town of Aurora; and
THAT this recommendation be forwarded to Mayor Jones prior to the
adoption of the Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of
May 18, 2005.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting 05-05 held on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 be received
as information and the following recommendations of the Economic
Development Advisory Committee be endorsed:
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Tuesday, May 24, 2005
2. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Additional Comments on the Provincial Draft Growth Plan for the
Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH)
THAT the Economic Development Officer continue to monitor the status
of the Provincial Draft Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
(GGH) to provide input; and
THAT the Economic Development Officer update the Economic
Development Advisory Committee as necessary.
CARRIED
9. Memo from Councillor Morris
Re: Audio Tape of May 17, 2005 General Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the comments by the Director of Corporate Services, advising that
two tape recorders will be operational at all General Committee and
Council meetings until the new sound system is installed, be received.
CARRIED
10. Memo from Councillor Morris
Re: Notice of Motion – Code of Ethics
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the memo from Councillor Morris regarding a Notice of Motion
regarding Code of Ethics be received.
CARRIED
IX REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Jones advised that the Region approved the Town of Aurora’s Official
Plan Amendment #55 to retain employment lands.
Highlights from Regional Council meetings are posted on their website at
www.region.york.on.ca under “Council Highlights”.
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Mayor Jones thanked staff, Council and residents for raising $1,300 towards
cancer research by buying tickets to the tennis match between himself and Mr.
Dino Lombardi, Economic Development Officer. The Mayor gave special
mention to Mr. John Rogers, CAO, who matched the dollar amount raised
through ticket sales.
Councillor Buck gave Notice of Motion regarding offering monetary support to
students who are in need of assistance.
Councillor Gaertner advised that she attended a function for Girls Inc. and
congratulated the organization on their efforts to help young women.
Councillor Kean congratulated the Aurora Master Ducks on winning first place at
the National Swim Meet, where over 100 teams from across Canada
participated.
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Tuesday, May 24, 2005
Councillor Morris advised that the Markham Aurora Hydro Task Force will be
providing the Region of York the report from Acumen Engineered Solutions
International Inc. (AESI) - Hydro Response, copies of the Gowlings Legal
Opinion and the corresponding letter from Mr. John Sanderson of Aurora Hydro.
Councillor Morris asked to be advised when this matter is placed on the Regional
Council’s agenda.
Councillor Morris advised that the Ontario Power Authority meeting is scheduled
for Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 9:00 p.m. at the Newmarket Community Centre,
which is an opportunity for public input regarding hydro transmission into Aurora.
Councillor Morris advised that the Honourable Leona Dombrowsky received a
letter from Regional Chair, Bill Fisch, which indicated that the York Region
Medical Officer of Health has indicated that magnetic fields are a possible
carcinogen to children and that she is pleased to see that the
federal/provincial/territorial radiation protection approves using the precautionary
principle on the matter of EMFs. Mr. Fisch, therefore, indicates that any future
EAs should appropriately consider the health effects.
Councillor Morris requested an update on the letters that were requested to be
sent out to developers along Yonge Street requesting them to clean up their
properties. The Director of Corporate Services responded that four properties
were identified, notices were sent out but no action was taken. The Director
advised that letters will now go out under the Clean Yards By-law, giving the
owners 7 days in which to comply.
Councillor Wallace reminded Council of the 10th Anniversary of the Yonge Street
Festival. Councillor Wallace indicated that the street dance will take place on
Saturday, June 4, 2005 on Yonge Street between Murray Drive and Henderson
Drive and that the Street Festival will take place on Sunday, June 5, 2005 from
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Yonge Street between Wellington Street and Murray
Drive.
Councillor Morris requested that the Director of Public Works report back
regarding activity at the old Tannery site.
XI READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4668-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to adopt
Plan Amendment No. 58
(Files D09-10-03)
4669-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law No. 2213-78, as
amended, being the Zoning
By-law of the Town of Aurora.
(D14-28-03)
4675-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law No. 2213-78, as
amended, being the Zoning
By-law of the Town of Aurora.
(File: D14-01-05,
623 Wellington Street East)
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4674.05.C BEING A BY-LAW to
confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting of
May 24, 2005.
CARRIED
XII IN-CAMERA
None
XIII ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor West
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:25 p.m.
CARRIED
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T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK