MINUTES - Council - 20060228
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 06-07
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner,
Hogg, Kean, Wallace and West.
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillors Morris and Vrancic were absent.
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of
Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of
Planning, Director of Public Works, Town Solicitor and
Council/Committee Secretary.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Prior to Open Forum, Mayor Jones advised that the Members of Council are each
wearing a Newmarket Hurricanes Hockey Jersey this evening to honour a friendly
challenge that was issued to Aurora on December 6, 2005. The Mayor explained that
the challenge from Newmarket invited Councillors, staff and residents to attend a
hockey game between the Newmarket Hurricanes and Aurora Tigers on Thursday,
January 19, 2006, to support and cheer on our team. Mayor Jones advised that the
Tigers lost the game, resulting in the unusual attire worn this evening.
Mayor Jones introduced Mr. Tom Taylor, the Mayor of the Town of Newmarket, and
Councillors Dennis Ramsarran, Dave Kerwin and Chris Emanuel who were in
attendance this evening.
Councillor Dave Kerwin thanked Council for being good sports and issued a new
challenge to the Town of Aurora to once again attend and cheer on the Tigers, when
they meet up with the Hurricanes during the finals. Mr. Kerwin advised that once again
the defeated team’s Council is challenged to wear the jersey of the opposition at a
future Council Meeting.
Council Members concurred that the challenge from the Town of Newmarket be
accepted and that Members of Council, staff and Aurora residents be encouraged to
attend the game between Newmarket Hurricanes Aurora Tigers, should they face one
another during the finals.
Following Open Forum the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
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II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department, with the following additional items, be approved:
The following additional delegations are related to:
Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction:
Delegation D - Mr. Michael Seaman - Community Planner
Delegation E - Ms Sharron Carras, Resident
Delegation F - Mr. George Steeves
Delegation G - Mr. Vaughn Dues, Resident
Delegation H - Mr. David Amborski, Resident
Delegation I - Ms Susan Roncadin, Resident
Delegation J - Ms Catherine Stewart, Resident
Item 9a - NEW ITEM - Memorandum from Michael Seaman,
Community Planner
Re: 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Item 10 - NEW ITEM - Correspondence from Leslie Oliver, resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Item 11- NEW ITEM - Correspondence from Rosalyn Gonsalves
General Manager - Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Re: 2006 Aurora Home Show - Fees
Item 12 - NEW ITEM: Report LS06-008 - Recreation Complex
Sponsorship
Item 13 - NEW ITEM: Memorandum from Mayor Jones
Re: Special Council Meeting Request - March 7, 2006
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT Council take a five minute recess to review the new material which
has been added to the agenda for this meeting.
CARRIED
Council recessed at 7:21 p.m.
Council resumed public session at 7:28 p.m.
III ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Special Council – Borealis Shareholder’s Meeting Minutes of February 14,
2006, Meeting Number 06-04 and Council Minutes of February 14, 2006,
Meeting Number 06-05
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the Special Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-04 and
Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-05 be adopted as printed and
circulated.
CARRIED
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IV PRESENTATIONS
(a) Recognition of Platinum Corporate Sponsorships for Special Events
Mayor Jones advised that the Town of Aurora is proud to be able to
provide a variety of special events for residents of all ages, such as the
Santa Under the Stars Parade, Concerts in the Park Series, First Night -
New Years Celebration and the Canada Day Parade. The Mayor advised
that these and many other such events would not be possible without the
support of our Corporate Sponsors. Mayor Jones thanked the following
Platinum Sponsors and presented each of them with a plaque of
appreciation for their continued involvement and support.
Aurora Home Hardware - Representative was not available
Bell Canada - Will Gonidis, Regional Director -Community Relations
Royal LePage - Susan Crawford, Manager, Associate Broker
HS Financial Services Inc. - Chris Ingoe, Executive Vice-President,
Operations and Barb Reddick, Partner
(b) Mr. Charles Sequeira
Re: Presentation of Cheque to the Town of Aurora from the Aurora
Seniors’ Association
Mr. Charles Sequeira, President of the Aurora Seniors’ Association
presented to Council a repayment cheque in the amount of $126,692.35 to
be put toward the Seniors’ Association portion of the capital debt for the
creation of the new Seniors’ Centre. Mr. Sequeira advised that the
cheque represents the tremendous efforts of the Fundraising Committee
and members of the Centre, and outlined the sources of the funds raised
to date, which included naming rights, sponsors, bricks for sale and the
Norma Jean Legate estate.
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 2A, 3(2), 8 and 9 were identified for discussion.
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
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:
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-04
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 06-04 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
2. LS06-007 – Council Meeting Agenda Item #2A - Deferral
THAT Item 3 and Item 4 of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report
No. LSAC06-02 be deferred to a future Council Meeting pending
discussions with the Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
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4. EAC06-02 – February 13, 2006 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee
meeting, held on February 13, 2006 be received for information and
Council endorse the following recommendations of the Environmental
Advisory Committee:
2. Region of York – Media Release
The Regional Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development
to Convert Waste Into Alternative Fuel
(deferred from January 9, 2006 meeting)
THAT the Region of York – Media Release regarding The Regional
Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development to
Convert Waste into Alternative Fuel be received for information.
3. PW06-002
Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb
(part of report deferred from January 9, 2006)
THAT PW06-002 Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at
the Curb be received for information.
4. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise By-law
THAT the Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
regarding the Proposed New Noise By-law be received for
information.
5. Environmental Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
THAT the Town Clerk be requested to advise the Environmental
Advisory Committee on how it can continue to act as an Advisory
Committee to Council during the electoral transition period; and
THAT Corporate Services staff provide comments on a re-
organizational structure for the Environmental Advisory Committee
with Working Groups rather than Sub-Committees.
6. Newmarket Eco-Community
a) Background information (presented at January 9, 2006 EAC)
b) January 17, 2006 Council Extract – Correspondence from
Councillor Kean regarding Stickwood Walker ECO Homes
c) Proposed recommendation submitted by Klaus Wehrenberg
d) New Call for Applications for Funding by Sustainable
Development Technology Canada.
THAT Environmental Advisory Committee recommends to Council
that Town land that is sold shall contain, as a condition of sale,
environmentally progressive development conditions.
5. Environmental Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
THAT the Chairs of the Sub-Committees submit any revised items
on the Pending List to Corporate Service staff before the next
meeting of the Environmental Advisory Committee.
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8. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update – Questions for Stakeholder
THAT written submissions from the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub-
Committee, along with any discussions from this meeting, be compiled by
the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub-Committee Chair and submitted to the
Town of Aurora Strategic Plan Process on behalf of the Environmental
Advisory Committee.
9. Informational Items
THAT Agenda Items #9 through to #16, with the exception of #10 and #13,
be received for information.
10. FCM – New Funding Opportunity for Energy Projects
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that the Town
of Aurora take advantage of FCM’s New Funding Opportunity for Energy
Projects.
11. Correspondence from Mr. Bill Fisch, Regional Chair
Regional Municipality of York – Towards a Sustainable Regional
Symposium, March 3, 2006
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee appoints Peter Piersol and
Klaus Wehrenberg to attend the March 3, 2006, Regional Symposium.
12. Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Development Natural
Heritage Study (2C) Open House
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that David
Tomlinson’s comments be presented on behalf of the Committee to the 2C
Natural Heritage Study.
13 By-laws/Policy/Planning
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee request staff to review the
draft report on the Pesticide By-law research and advise the Committee
on the process to implement.
14. December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub-committee
(deferred from January 9, 2006, meeting)
THAT the December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub-
Committee be received; and
THAT a workshop be set up in a Town facility at the end of March or early
April for the construction and assembly of nest boxes.
15. Seminar Information – “Down Draft” presented by Windfall Ecology Centre
THAT the Sub-Committees Reports/Updates be moved on the
Environmental Advisory Committee agendas to be discussed prior to the
Matters Arising from Previous Minutes and Informational Items sections;
and
THAT the verbal resignation provided by Sue Walmer of Ildi Connor from
the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee be received with regret;
and
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub-Committee be permitted to
book a room at the Library for three seminars, one at the end of May and
two in the fall; and
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THAT the expenditure of approximately $150.00 per seminar be approved;
and
THAT a gulling day be organized to take place at either the end of May or
in October by the Environmental Advisory Committee; and
THAT $150.00 be approved for refreshments to be provided at the York
Region Environmental Advisory Forum on March 27, 2006; and
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee be authorized by Council as
part of the East Holland River Valley Naturalization Program to apply for
grants annually from the T.D. Trust and other agencies to purchase plants,
brush blanket, mulch and rodent guards to plant a minimum of 400 trees in
the valley and a further 400 trees in the fall.
5. EDAC06-02 – February 15, 2006 Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting 06-02 held on February 15, 2006 be received as
information and the following recommendations of the Economic
Development Advisory Committee be endorsed:
2. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting No. 06-01, dated
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
THAT Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Report No.
06-01 be adopted as printed and circulated.
3. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services Proposed New
Noise By-law
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services -
Proposed New Noise By-law be received for information; and
THAT members of the Economic Development Advisory Committee
forward any comments pertaining to the proposed Noise By-law, to the
Director of Corporate Services.
4. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer Aurora Strategic
Plan Update – Questions for Stakeholder
THAT correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer - Aurora
Strategic Plan Update – Questions for Stakeholder be received and that
Members of the Committee are encouraged to complete the on-line
questionnaire by March 1, 2006.
5. Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan Region
Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand in the
Greater Golden Horseshoe
THAT the Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan
Region Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand
in the Greater Golden Horseshoe be received for information.
6. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee Minutes of January 5, 2006
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee minutes of
January 5, 2006 be received.
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7. Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee
Minutes of February 2, 2006
THAT the Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee
minutes of February 2, 2006 be received.
8. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee Minutes of February 9, 2006
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee minutes of
February 9, 2006 be received.
6. CS06-016 - 2006 Municipal Elections – Question/Referendum on the Ballot
THAT staff report CS06-016 be received; and
THAT a public meeting be convened on April 18, 2006 in order to receive
public input on a proposal to include a question/referendum on the ballot
for the 2006 Municipal Elections regarding the establishment of electoral
wards.
7. CS06-017 – Corporate Insurance Renewal
THAT the insurance and risk management proposal submitted by OMEX
Insurance in the amount of $227,111 plus taxes be approved; and
THAT the Town of Aurora’s corporate insurance policy be renewed for a
one year period.
CARRIED
VII DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Charles Sequeira, President, Aurora Seniors’ Association
Re: Item 2 – Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Mr. Charles Sequeira, President, Aurora Seniors’ Association, on behalf of the
Board of Directors, expressed concerns regarding Item 2A, Leisure Services
Advisory Committee recommendations from the February 9, 2006 meeting, with
respect to the proposed fees increase and shifting of responsibilities from
volunteers to the Town of Aurora to allow for the Town to collect 100% of the
membership fees, as outlined in Item 2A(2). Mr. Sequeira advised that the fees
have just been increased and that it would be extremely difficult to add another
increase to the fees with such short notice. Mr. Sequeira suggested that the
perceived deficit should be shared by all of the users of the facility, not only the
seniors. In closing Mr. Sequeira advised that the Aurora Seniors’ Association is
not in favour of the proposed changes to the amount and distribution of the
members’ fees, rather, they are in favour of contributing a lesser amount to offset
the operating costs associated with the facility and suggest that the other groups,
who will sharing the use of the facility, take on a reasonable percentage of these
costs as well.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information and that
Item 2A (2) be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
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2A. LSAC06-02 – February 9, 2006 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
2. Report LS06-004 – Leisure Services Department – Revenue Increases
2006
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the report be received for information and that the
recommendations regarding the fee adjustments for the Chamber of
Commerce and the Seniors’ Membership fees be referred back to
staff; and
THAT the Director of Leisure Services be requested to review the
budget to determine if any savings can be achieved to offset the
proposed increased revenue.
CARRIED
(d) Mr. Michael Seaman - Community Planner
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Mr. Michael Seaman reviewed the background, purpose and direction for the
proposed Heritage District Study Area in North-East Old Aurora and outlined the
rich heritage and varying historical periods represented within the proposed area.
Mr. Seaman advised of the benefits of enacting a by-law to establish a Heritage
Conservation District Study Area for Northeast Old Aurora for a period of one
year, to assist staff in maintaining the integrity of this community until the final
Heritage District Guidelines are established and in place.
Mr. Seaman provided an overview and updated Council on the proposed
alteration and addition to the house at 34 Catherine Avenue known as the
Phillips Doolittle House and that the subject property, built circa 1886, is listed on
the Aurora Inventory of Heritage Buildings. Mr. Seaman advised that the house
is significant for its history of association with active local citizens, including the
Doolittle family who have lived in the house continuously for over 68 years from
1938 to 2006, for its historic architecture including a rare gambrel style roof and
for its context as a unique part of an intact streetscape of similarly significant
heritage homes.
Mr. Seaman advised that the former owner recently entered into an agreement of
purchase and sale with Ms. Christina Harding and John Maugeri, who are
proposing significant additions and alterations to 34 Catherine Avenue upon
assuming ownership of the residence. Mr. Seaman explained that the proposed
renovations have created concerns from the local residents with regard to the
removal of two mature trees; preservation of the existing historical features of the
home including the gambrel style roof and the overall scale and massing of the
proposed expanded house relative to other homes in the neighbourhood. Mr.
Seaman advised that resulting from these concerns, the applicants have agreed
to make several revisions to the proposal however, the area residents have
requested the Heritage Advisory Committee and Council pass a by-law
establishing a heritage designation under the Ontario Heritage Act for the
purpose of controlling additions, alterations to the house.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of staff be received for information.
CARRIED
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(b) Ms Michelle Haney-Kileeg, General Manager Housing Connections
Re: Item 3 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Ms Michelle Haney-Kileeg addressed Council to express her concern regarding
the preservation, proportion and permanence of the proposed renovations to the
house on 34 Catherine Avenue. Ms. Haney-Kileeg advised that she is also
concerned that, should this application be approved, a precedent will be set
whereby future development of this nature will have stronger basis to go ahead.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
(e) Ms Sharron Carras, Resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Ms Sharron Carras addressed Council to express her objection to the proposed
Ontario Heritage Designation By-law proposed to be placed on the home at 34
Catherine Avenue. Ms Carras advised that she is concerned because the
applicants, who have just bought the home, had received assurances from staff
that the proposed renovations would be within the current zoning of the lands
and they took every measure to ensure that the amendments they planned to
make to the home would be legal and authorized. Ms Carras advised that the
rights of the applicants are in jeopardy as a result of this proposed by-law and
she requested that Council deny this proposed by-law so that the applicants may
proceed with upgrading their home to accommodate the needs of their family.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
(f) Mr. George Steeves
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Mr. George Steeves advised that his property is directly next door to the subject
property and he expressed concern regarding the size of the proposed addition
to the home at 34 Catherine Avenue, as it will severely impede the line of sight
from his property. Mr. Steeves showed pictures of his current view from several
windows in his home and from his backyard, and he illustrated how much of that
view will be cut off if the proposed addition is approved and constructed. Mr.
Steeves also advised that he is very concerned about the preservation of the
many historical features of the subject home as well as the mature trees on the
subject property.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
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(g) Mr. Vaughn Dues, Resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Mr. Vaughn Dues advised that he is the owner of the “Carpenters House” at 69
Wellington Street East, and that because of this fact he is very familiar with the
work and care involved in maintaining a historic home. Mr. Dues expressed the
belief that it is important to preserve the heritage elements of this town to ensure
that Aurora does not lose its historical identity, and that the Town should be
accountable for ensuring that this historical integrity be protected and maintained.
Mr. Dues suggested that the decision made this evening will provide an
indication of the level of involvement the Town is willing to take on matters of this
nature.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
(h) Mr. David Amborski, Resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Mr. David Amborski advised that his background is in planning and that he is
currently a Director at the School of Regional Planning at Ryerson. Mr. Amborski
advised that the use of the type of by-law proposed this evening to protect the
house at 34 Catherine Avenue is a very common practice in municipal planning.
Mr. Amborski suggested that the decision before Council should be focused on
the passing of this by-law, in the interest of protecting the home until the Heritage
District Standards are approved and in place.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
(i) Ms Susan Roncadin, Resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Ms Susan Roncadin appeared before Council to advise that she is in favour of
the proposed by-law and she urged Council to pass the proposed Ontario
Heritage designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
(j) Ms Catherine Stewart, Resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Ms Stewart was not available to speak, therefore her request for delegation was
withdrawn.
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(c) Mr. Bruce Jaeger, LLP, on behalf of Mr. John Maugeri and Christina
Harding, owners of the subject property
Re: Item 3 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Mr. Bruce Jaeger, representative of the applicants introduced Ms Christina
Harding, applicant, who advised that she and her family have been residents in
Aurora for many years and that she and her family have chosen the home at 34
Catherine Avenue because they wish to live there for a long time. Ms Harding
advised that there is a genuine need for renovations to be undertaken to bring
the house up to a standard that would reasonably accommodate their family of
four. Ms Harding advised that the pipes, wiring, stairs, and many other sections
of the home are in very poor condition, due to age, and must be upgraded to
meet the standards of the Building and Safety Inspector. Ms Harding advised
that staff and the architects who have been assisting with the details of the
application, have come up with several revisions to their initial plan which are
more in keeping with the ambiance of the neighbourhood and more sensitive to
the original historical features of the house. Ms Harding advised that she and her
husband inquired about the legal and zoning requirements of the area, prior to
purchasing the home, to confirm that the renovations would be approved without
contention and staff assured her that this would be the case. Ms Harding
expressed concern that the proposed designation will prevent the upgrades from
taking place and prevent her family from living in this house, after all of the
preliminary work and significant costs have already been incurred, forcing them
to sublet the home and find an alternative living space until the provisions of the
designation expire and her family would be able to commence the renovations, in
keeping with the standards set out in the new Heritage District Guidelines.
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information and Items
3(2) and 9 be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
Council recessed at 9:45 p.m.
Council resumed public session at 9:50 p.m.
3. AHC06-02 – February 20, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
2. 34 Catherine Ave – Proposed Reconstruction
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that Option #2 as
presented in the report from the Community Planner be adopted and that
Council be requested to enact a by-law establishing a Heritage
Conservation District study area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V,
Section 40.1, of the Ontario Heritage Act.
CARRIED
9. PL06-032 – Ontario Heritage Act, Designation under Part IV The Phillips-
Doolittle House, 34 Catherine Avenue Heritage Conservation
District Study Area By-law Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Study Area
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT The Phillips-Doolittle House, at 34 Catherine Avenue be approved
for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.; and
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THAT the Corporate Services Department be authorized to:
• Publish and serve Council’s Notice of Intention to Designate as
per the requirements of the Act; and
• Prepare the Designation By-law for the property.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT Council approve By-law 4776-06.D, being a By-law to establish a
Heritage Conservation District Study Area for North-east Old Aurora for a
period of one year, as defined under Section 40.1 of the Ontario Heritage
Act, R.S.O., 1990, c.0.1, as amended; and
THAT the owner be requested to work with the Town (Community
Planner) to determine solutions for improvement of the Phillips-Doolittle
House at 34 Catherine Avenue School that are compatible with the
character of the existing heritage house and the Northeast Old Aurora
community.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT this meeting be extended beyond 10:30 p.m. in order to address the
remaining items on the agenda.
CARRIED
VIII CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
9a. - NEW ITEM - Memorandum from Michael Seaman, Community Planner
Re: 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the revised Schedule B to draft by-law 4776-06.D be received.
CARRIED
10. NEW ITEM - Correspondence from Leslie Oliver, Resident
Re: Item 3 - Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes and
Item 9 - 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the correspondence from Mr. Leslie Oliver be received.
CARRIED
2A. LSAC06-02 – February 9, 2006 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the balance of the Committee Record of the Leisure Services
Advisory Committee meeting, held on February 9, 2006, be received
for information; and
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THAT Item 3 and Item 4 of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
Report No. LSAC06-02 be deferred to a future Council Meeting
pending discussions with the Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
CARRIED
3. AHC06-02 – February 20, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
1. Committee Record
THAT the balance of the Committee Record of the Heritage Advisory
Committee of Aurora meeting held on February 20, 2006 be received and
that the following recommendations be endorsed:
3. Heritage Property Tax Relief
THAT the delegation by Ms. Mary Powell-Perryment regarding the
property tax relief program for heritage property owners in the Town of
Aurora be received; and
THAT the proposal to implement a program for heritage properties in the
Town of Aurora be reviewed at a later date once the Heritage District has
been established.
4. Old House Restoration Workshop - Debrief
THAT the Old House Restoration Workshop – Debrief, as provided by Mr.
Michael Seaman, Community Planner, be received.
5. Town of Aurora Strategic Plan
THAT the correspondence regarding the Town of Aurora Strategic Plan be
received.
6. Making Ontario’s Heritage Accessible
THAT the correspondence Regarding the Making Ontario’s Heritage
Accessible be received as information.
7. York Heritage Network Meeting
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora agrees to host the
forthcoming meeting of the York Heritage Network, an association of
municipal heritage committees in York Region, on Tuesday, April 25,
2006, at Hillary House; and
THAT Stan Rycombel attend the meeting on behalf of the Heritage
Advisory Committee.
8. 106 W ells Street – Heritage Designation
THAT the Percy and Clara Pugh House at 106 Wells Street be designated
under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Carol Farrenkoph and Robert Duncan McGregor be
thanked for their commitment to preservation of this significant heritage
building.
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9. 88 Wells Street – Heritage Designation
THAT the Roderick and Ethel Smith House at 88 Wells Street be
designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Herder be thanked for their commitment
to preservation of this significant heritage building.
10. Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage Leaders Program
THAT the correspondence Regarding the Ontario Heritage Trust Young
Heritage Leaders Program be received.
11. Appointment of Mr. David Walker to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Advisory Sub-Committee
THAT David Walker be appointed to serve on the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Advisory Sub-Committee.
12. 66 Wellington Street East – Zoning Amendment
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 66
Wellington Street East be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the
proposed application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be
provided:
• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the
owner agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage
research report on the house at 66 Wellington Street to a future meeting of
the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
13. 15 Mosley Street – Zoning Amendment
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 15
Mosley Street be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the
proposed application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be
provided:
• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner as well as details
of the design of the proposed front yard gazebo;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the
owner agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage
research report on the house at 15 Mosley Street to a future meeting of
the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
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14. Heritage Information Brochures
THAT the following brochures about the Town of Aurora Heritage Program
be endorsed with modifications:
• Designation under the Ontario Heritage Act;
• The Historical Signage Program;
• The Aurora Heritage Program;
• The Northeast Old Aurora Heritage District.
15. Heritage Week Trust Event Elvin Theatre
THAT the information concerning the Ontario Heritage Trust event for
Ontario Heritage Week, February 20, 2006 be received.
16. Ontario Heritage Week Proclamation
THAT the information concerning the proclamation declaring Heritage Day
and Ontario Heritage Week be received.
17. Ontario Heritage Act - Regulations
THAT the information from the Ministry of Culture be received.
CARRIED
8. Notice of Motion from Councillor John West
Re: Proposed Provincial Announcement for a 4 Year Term of Office for
Municipal Councils
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the Notice of Motion from Councillor West regarding Proposed
Provincial Announcement for a 4 Year Term of Office for Municipal Councils
be received.
CARRIED
11. NEW ITEM - Correspondence from Rosalyn Gonsalves General Manager -
Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Re: 2006 Aurora Home Show - Fees (Additional Item)
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the correspondence from Rosalyn Gonsalves General Manager -
Aurora Chamber of Commerce be received and referred to the Director of
Leisure Services.
CARRIED
12. NEW ITEM - Report LS06-008 - Recreation Complex Sponsorship
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT Council approve the following sponsorship within the new
Recreation Complex;
1. Swimming Pool – Ducks Swimming & Master Ducks, “The Duck Pond”
2. Slide and Splashpad – Carol & Reg Chappell, “Carol & Reg Chappell”
3. Training Pool – Backyard Pool & Spa, “T.B.D.”
4. Swim Lane 1 Non-Bleacher – Nancy and Bryan Black, “T.B.D.”
5. Swim Lane 2 – Todd Childerhose, “T.B.D.”
6. Swim Lane 3 – Eric & Danielle Gordon, “T.B.D.”
7. Swim Lane 4 – Janet and Andy Mitchell, “Kirsten Mitchell”
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8. Swim Lane 5 – Janet and Andy Mitchell, “Graham Mitchell”
9. Swim Lane 6 – Collin Simpkin, “T.B.D.”
10. Male Aquatic Dressing Room – Joanne & Jim Talbot, “Mark
Tewksbury Change Room”
11. Family Aquatic Dressing Room – Taina & Frank Sodonis, “T.B.D.”
12. Female Aquatic Dressing Room – Pete & Susanne Biasutto, “Anne
Ottenbrite Change Room”
13. Pool Observation Lounge – York Synchronized Swimming, “T.B.D.”
14. Arena Dressing Room 1 – Skaters First with Lynn Hayzelden &
Associates, “Skaters First”; AND FURTHER THAT $110,000.00 be deducted from the fundraising
target of $2,000,000.00 in support of these sponsorship donations.
CARRIED
13. NEW ITEM - Memorandum from Mayor Jones
Re: Special Council Meeting Request - March 7, 2006
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor West
THAT a Special Council Meeting be scheduled for March 7, 2006 prior to
the Special General Committee meeting.
CARRIED
IX REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Jones advised that the recent Highlights from Regional Council meetings
are posted on their website at www.region.york.on.ca under “Council Highlights”.
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Councillor Buck requested that Council be provided with a summary of the details
regarding Bill 206 “An Act to revise OMERS” and its potential impact on
Firefighters and Police Services and that the relevant sections of the current
collective agreements related to pension benefits also be provided to Council.
Mayor Jones advised that Aurora Spirit will be getting together on Saturday,
March 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at the new Leisure Complex to kick-off their fund-
raising campaign and he encouraged everyone to attend this event.
Councillor Gaertner advised that last week two press-releases were issued by
the Aurora Soccer Club, which were very alarming and she expressed concern
that these items were not placed on the agenda this evening as she had
requested. The Director of Corporate Services advised that the item has been
deferred to a future meeting, and suggested that these releases be included with
that item.
Councillor Gaertner advised that direction was given on February 14, 2006, to
bring a report to this meeting regarding the Green Municipal Fund. Councillor
Gaertner expressed concern that this report is not on this evening’s agenda.
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XI READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4690-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to adopt
Official Plan Amendment No.
60
4691-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law No. 2213-78, as
amended, being the Zoning
By-law of the Town of Aurora.
(289 Wellington Street East
D14-03-05)
4776-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
Establish a Heritage
Conservation District
Study Area for Northeast
Old Aurora
4777-06.A BEING A BY-LAW to
provide for advance voting
prior to Voting Day in the
Town of Aurora.
4778-06.A BEING A BY-LAW to
provide for reduced hours
of voting in nursing and
retirement homes.
4779.06.C BEING A BY-LAW to
confirm actions by Council
resulting from Meeting 06-
07 on February 28, 2006.
CARRIED
XII IN-CAMERA
None
XIII ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Kean
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
CARRIED
______________________________ _____________________________
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK