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MINUTES - Council - 20060425 TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NO. 06-13 Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, April 25, 2006 ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner, Hogg, Kean, Morris, Vrancic, Wallace and West. MEMBERS ABSENT None OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Director of Public Works, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer, Town Solicitor and Council/Committee Secretary. Councillor Hogg arrived at 7:15 p.m. Following Open Forum the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:20 p.m. I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Vrancic declared an interest in Item 2(3) - TSAB06-04 - April 7, 2006 memorandum from the By-law Services Co-ordinator regarding 2-Hour Parking on Wellington Street and Yonge Street, due to owning a business on Wellington Street East and did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. Councillor Vrancic declared an interest in Item 1(5) - PL06-044 - Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Application for 185 and 205 Industrial Parkway North, by virtue of a client-solicitor relationship and did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. Councillor Vrancic declared an interest in By-law 4764-06.D, to amend the Zoning By-law for 185 and 205 Industrial Parkway North, by virtue of a client- solicitor relationship and did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. II APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Councillor 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:  New Delegation (e) - Ms Susan Walmer Re: Item 8 - Spending Recommendations by Advisory Committee Members Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 2 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006  New Delegation (f) - Mr. Richard Wizemann Re: Item 8 - Spending Recommendations by Advisory Committee Members  New Delegation (g) - Mr. John McIntyre Re: Item 6 - Heritage Designation  New Delegation (h) - Mr. Dan Revington Re: Item 6 - Heritage Designation  New Delegation (i) - Mr. Bill McWilliams Re: Item 1(1) - CS06-021 – 2006 Municipal Elections – Question/Referendum on the Ballot  New Item 12 - Correspondence from the Economic Development Officer Re: By-law 4787-06.P - Noise By-law  Replacement Page - Revision to recommendation for Item 14 – Memo from the Director of Public Works - General Committee Minutes of Meeting 06-08 – April 18, 2006 CARRIED III ADOPTION OF MINUTES Council Minutes of April 11, 2006, Meeting Number 06-12 Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-12 be adopted as printed and circulated. CARRIED IV PRESENTATIONS (a) Presentation by Mayor Jones and Councillor Wallace Re: Retirement of Ms Jacqueline Stuart as Aurora Museum Curator Mayor Jones and Councillor Wallace recognized Ms Jacqueline Stuart for her dedication and hard work as the Curator of the Aurora Museum, as well as her overall contribution to Aurora heritage over the past 25 years. Councillor Wallace outlined Ms Stuart’s employment experience, the extensive hours she happily worked, including most weekends, the research notes she created, the history camps she operated and the book donations she encouraged to create an archival catalogue. Councillor Wallace’s tribute included an exhaustive list of her contributions as well as his personal declaration that she will be greatly missed. (b) Announcement by Mayor Jones Mayor Jones announced that Mr. Frank Stronach, Founder & Chairman of Magna International Inc. is donating $2 million to the new Aurora Recreation Complex. Mayor Jones advised that Magna will donate annual sums of $400,000 to the Town of Aurora for five consecutive years with the understanding that all proceeds will be directed to the retirement of capital obligation for this facility. Mayor Jones also advised that Council will be reviewing naming rights and provisions consistent with the Town’s policies to ensure that Magna is appropriately recognized for this considerable contribution to the Town of Aurora. Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 3 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1(1), 1(5), 1(7), 1(14), 1(19), 2(3), 3(3), 4(3), 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and By-law 4787- 06.P were identified for discussion. VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the following recommendation 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: 10. LS06-016 – Fees and Service Charges – By-law Revision THAT Council approve the amendments to By-Law #4639-05.F to the Department of Leisure Services Existing Fees and Service Charges after an appropriate notice has been given. CARRIED VII DELEGATIONS (a) Mr. Fred Defina, Race Director Re: 5th Annual Bob Hartwell Runner’s Challenge Mr. Fred Defina addressed Council to thank Mayor Jones, Councillors, particularly Councillors Hogg, Kean and Morris, Town staff members Ms Colleen MacDonald, Mr. Greg McClenny and Mr. Brad Schonauer, as well as all the other 300 volunteers for their efforts regarding the 5th Annual Bob Hartwell Runner’s Challenge. Mr. Defina indicated that 882 runners took part, 84 of which were children under the age of 12, and that $17,000 was raised for the Community Safety Village. Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (d) Ms Shelley Ware, Special Events Co-ordinator Re: Dance in the Park and Canada Day Celebrations 2006 Ms Shelley Ware addressed Council to present new ideas for the Dance in the Park and Canada Day Celebrations for 2006. Ms Ware suggested that the event be branded as “Celebrate Aurora” and that the format could be improved in order to make it an even greater success over previous years. Ms Ware proposed some new ideas for the event layout, including:  Moving the Dance in the Park event on June 30th from Town Park to Lambert Willson Park in order to reduce labour costs, reduce liability and centralize the events;  Changing the Dance in the Park event from an adult event into a family event with family related offerings; Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 4 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006  Allowing a local service club to take ownership of the Dance in the Park (beer garden) in order to reduce liability, transfer the responsibility of cash handling/reconciliation and allow the Special Events Sub-Committee to have more of an overview of the entire event;  Offering Canada Day activities from 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.;  Offering family oriented activities from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Canada Day;  Offering main stage entertainment utilizing local Aurora talent on Celebrate Aurora Day;  Adding a midway from Friday until Sunday, allowing for additional revenues to the Town without upfront expenses. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information and that Item 3(3) be brought forward for discussion. CARRIED 3. LSAC06-04 – April 13, 2006 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris 3. Ms Shelley Ware, Special Events Co-ordinator - Canada Day Celebrations THAT the presentation made by Ms Shelley Ware, Special Events Co- ordinator, regarding Dance in the Park and Canada Day Celebrations 2006 be adopted in principle and the details referred back to the Special Events Sub-Committee for refinement; and THAT staff be authorized to proceed with advertising for Expressions of Interest from local service groups regarding the operation of the beer garden at the events; and THAT Council endorse the relocation of the Dance in the Park from Town Park to Lambert Willson Park. CARRIED Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg 1. THAT the balance of the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting, held on April 13, 2006, be received for information and Council endorse the following recommendations of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee: 2. Ms Grace Jones, President - Canadian Federation of University Women THAT the matter be referred to the Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 11, 2006; and THAT staff bring back a report indicating:  A cost benefit analysis of the McKenzie/West room rental at the Seniors’ Centre;  A record of bookings for the McKenzie/West room at the Seniors’ Centre; Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 5 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006  The process undertaken to arrive at the room rental rate of $100 per hour for the McKenzie/West room at the Seniors’ Centre. CARRIED (b) Mr. John Sabo, Associate Director & Treasurer, York Catholic District School Board Re: Item 4(3) – Heritage Advisory Committee Minutes – Proposed High School on Wellington Street Mr. John Sabo addressed Council to provide details of the proposed future development of a high school on Wellington Street East. Mr. Sabo indicated that the site plan application is still in progress and that they have not yet requested a demolition permit. Based on Mr. Sabo’s explanations, he requested that the recommendation of the Heritage Advisory Committee not be supported. Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor West THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 4(3) be brought forward for discussion. CARRIED 4. AHC06-05 – April 17, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora Meeting Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Wallace 3. 230, 240, 250, 260, 270, 282-296 and 298 Wellington Street East Proposed Removal of Buildings THAT the matter be referred back to staff to be considered as part of the planning application process. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West 1. THAT the balance of the Committee Record of the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora Meeting held on April 17, 2006 be received for information and the following recommendations of Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora the be endorsed: 2. THAT the minutes of the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora of March 20, 2006, be adopted. 4. 78 Tyler Street Proposed Addition and Alterations THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee does not object to the proposed addition to 78 Tyler Street. 5. 32 Wellington Street Proposed Addition and Alterations THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora does not object to the proposed additions and alterations to the Doan House at 32 Wellington Street East subject to the following: Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 6 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 • The owner is requested to follow the best practice with respect to historic windows, paint and other details as outlined in the memorandum from the Community Planner dated April 17, 2006; and THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a report with respect to the designation of the Doan House at 32 Wellington Street East under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act to a future meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee; and THAT the owners be thanked for their commitment to the preservation of this significant heritage landmark of the Town of Aurora. 6. Correspondence from Community Planner Re: Heritage Status of Property – 74 Old Bloomington Road THAT the information regarding 74 Old Bloomington Road be received for information. 7. Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District - District Plan and Study THAT the report Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District, District Plan and Study be received for information purposes and THAT the Community Planner be requested to arrange for a special meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee following the April 19th, 2006 public meeting to discuss the Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan; and THAT members of the heritage District Advisory Sub-Committee be invited to attend. 8. Funding for Ontario Heritage Trust Easement Properties Correspondence Regarding a New Program THAT the correspondence from the Ontario Heritage Trust, Heritage Programs and Operations Branch, regarding a new program be received for information. 9. York Region Heritage Network – Cultural Planning Workshop Tuesday, April 25, 2006 at Hillary House THAT the information from the York Region Heritage Network regarding the Cultural Planning Workshop be received for information. 10. 14 Maple Street Proposed Alterations and Additions THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee does not object to the proposed renovated and expanded house at 14 Maple Street; and THAT the owners be thanked for their efforts to ensure that the proposal is consistent with the character of the Northeast Old Aurora neighbourhood and the Draft Heritage District Plan. 11. Correspondence from Mr. Matt Salhani Re: Installation of Windows at 28 Maple Street THAT the proposed alterations and additions submitted by the owner of 28 Maple Street, be endorsed: and THAT staff review the issue of window replacement within the Draft Heritage District Plan. Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 7 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 12. Correspondence from Community Planner Re: Proposed Alterations to 70-72 Centre Street THAT the proposed alterations to 70-72 Centre Street be deferred pending the outcome of the Draft Heritage District Plan. CARRIED (c) Mr. Eric McCartney Re: Item 1(1) – CS06-021 – 2006 Municipal Elections – Question/Referendum on the Ballot Mr. Eric McCartney addressed Council to suggest that there appears to be support in the Town of Aurora for a ward system, and that the question should be placed on the electoral ballot. Mr. McCartney clarified that the matter being considered is not whether a ward system should be established within Aurora, but rather whether the question should be placed on the electoral ballot. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (i) Mr. Bill McWilliams Re: Item 1(1) - CS06-021 – 2006 Municipal Elections – Question/Referendum on the Ballot (Added Item) Mr. Bill McWilliams addressed Council to clarify that the matter being considered is whether the question regarding a ward system should be placed on the electoral ballot. Mr. McWilliams suggested that the residents of Aurora should have the right to be involved in the decision making process regarding this issue and therefore, the question should be placed on the ballot. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor West THAT Item 1(1) be brought forward for discussion. CARRIED Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 8 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-08, TUESDAY, APRIL 18, 2006 1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-08, Tuesday, April 18, 2006 (1) CS06-021 – 2006 Municipal Elections – Question/Referendum on the Ballot Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the question regarding an electoral ward system be put on the ballot for the 2006 municipal elections. On a recorded vote the resolution was DEFEATED. YEAS: 3 NAYS: 6 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Kean, Morris and Mayor Jones VOTING NAYS: Councillors Buck, Gaertner, Hogg, Vrancic, Wallace and West Councillor Vrancic, having previously declared an interest in Item 1(5), did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. (5) PL06-044 – Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Application Terra Aurora (AIIM) Lot 87, Plan 246 185 & 205 Industrial Parkway, North File D14-02-06 Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT Implementing Zoning By-law 4764-06.D be scheduled for enactment at the next Council meeting. CARRIED (7) PL06-047 – Subdivision Application Town of Aurora Part of Lot 19, Concession III 15059 Leslie Street File D12-05-1A Related Zoning By-law Amendment File D14-05-04 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Vrancic THAT the proposed Plan of Subdivision D12-05-1A, prepared by Templeton Planning Limited, dated March 7, 2005 and revised December 12, 2005, not be draft approved. DEFEATED Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT the proposed Plan of Subdivision D12-05-1A, prepared by Templeton Planning Limited, dated March 7, 2005 and revised December 12, 2005, be draft approved subject to the Conditions of Draft Approval attached as Appendix “A" being fulfilled prior to final approval. CARRIED Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 9 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 (19) FS06-012 – Consideration of Reserve Funds Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT this matter be referred back to staff for further detail. DEFEATED Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Wallace 1. THAT the Arts and Culture Reserve be transferred from the Discretionary Reserve Fund section to the Obligatory Reserve Fund section of the Balance Sheet. 2. THAT the Contingencies Reserve Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve Compensation Contingency Reserve Aurora Hydro Contingency Reserve be consolidated into the Working Fund Reserve Fund, a fund to provide working capital for the municipality. 3. THAT the Salt and Sand Reserve Public Works Infrastructure be consolidated into a Winter Maintenance Fund. Tthis fund will be used to ease the fluctuation in the levy for those years where we have exceptionally hard winters. Further, that this fund be replenished from surplus in those winters where we do not require all of the winter maintenance budget, to a maximum of $100,000. 4. THAT the Equipment Fire Fire Services Capital be consolidated into a Fire Services Reserve Fund to be used to purchase new or replacement fire buildings and equipment as necessary, over and above the Fire portion of the Development Charges Reserve Fund. 5. THAT the Library System Reserve Library General Capital be consolidated into a Library General Capital Reserve Fund, to be used at the discretion of the Library Board. 6. THAT the Equipment Leisure/Parks Equipment Works be consolidated into an Equipment/Fleet Reserve Fund, to be used to acquire new or replacement equipment and fleet for the municipality, over and above the equipment portion provided for in the Development Charges Reserve Fund. CARRIED (14) Memo from the Director of Public Works Re: Anti -Idling Challenge - Aurora Versus Richmond Hill (Referred to Committee from April 11, 2006 Council) Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Gaertner THAT the matter be deferred until Councillor Morris has obtained additional information. CARRIED Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 10 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the balance of the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 06-08 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted. CARRIED (e) Ms Susan Walmer Re: Item 8 - Spending Recommendations by Advisory Committee Members Ms Walmer addressed the issue of spending by members of the Environmental Advisory Committee, indicating that all members were sure that the correct budget procedures had been followed and clarified that Council had already approved 90% of the costs of Environmental brochure through the website process. Ms Walmer suggested that staff prepare a document that will clarify the budget process for advisory committee members. She further indicated that the Environmental Advisory Committee has contributed several thousand hours of volunteer work, which would translate into over $80,000 worth of time. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (f) Mr. Richard Wizemann Re: Item 8 - Spending Recommendations by Advisory Committee Members Mr. Richard Wizemann addressed Council to express his disappointment at the comments made by a Councillor with respect to spending of advisory committee members. Mr. Wizemann introduced members of the Environmental Advisory Committee and Working Groups who were in the audience. Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (g) Mr. John McIntyre Re: Item 6 - Heritage Designation Mr. John McIntyre was not in attendance, therefore the delegation was withdrawn. (h) Mr. Dan Revington Re: Item 6 - Heritage Designation Mr. Dan Revington addressed Council to suggest that the motion to postpone the finalization of the Heritage District Plan is premature and should not be considered at this time. Mr. Revington advised that the heritage study is almost complete and that it will be presented to Council next month for consideration and adoption. Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 11 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT the following agenda items be considered in the following sequence: Item 9, Item 8 and then Item 6. CARRIED 9. LS06-015 – Aurora Community Arboretum (ACAP) Master Plan Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace THAT the funding request for $91,800 from the 2005 extra funds not be approved. On a recorded vote the resolution was CARRIED. YEAS: 5 NAYS: 4 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Buck, Hogg, Wallace, West and Mayor Jones VOTING NAYS: Councillors Gaertner, Kean, Morris, Vrancic Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Wallace THAT Council deny funding for the remaining nine (9) year program as presented from the Cash-In-Lieu Reserve subject to Department requests during Budget Deliberations. On a recorded vote the resolution was DEFEATED. YEAS: 4 NAYS: 5 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Buck, Hogg, Wallace and West VOTING NAYS: Councillors Gaertner, Kean, Morris, Vrancic and Mayor Jones Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Buck THAT the request for funding for the remaining nine (9) year program be referred to the Budget for 2007. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Gaertner THAT once the surplus is identified, staff bring back a report listing all of the items that could be considered for funding in 2006. CARRIED Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 12 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Councillor West left the meeting at 10:10 p.m. VIII CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION 8. Resolution from Councillor Buck Re: Spending Recommendations by Advisory Committee Members This item was withdrawn by Councillor Buck. 6. Resolution from Councillor Buck Re: Heritage Designation Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Hogg WHEREAS, among the tools provided to municipalities to preserve heritage properties are various financial incentives - property tax relief is one. The authority to provide grants and loans for maintenance of properties is another; AND WHEREAS, the authority to inspect and order home owners to carry out needed repairs on the properties is also granted; AND WHEREAS, in the event of the failure of the property owner to carry out the repairs on designated properties, municipalities have the authority to assign a contract for the needed repairs, pay the cost and charge back to the property owner in taxes; AND WHEREAS, the Act gives municipalities the authority to prosecute owners for contravening any section of a Heritage Designation By-law and seek fines ranging from $250,000 up to $1 million dollars; AND WHEREAS, such an eventuality would undoubtedly incur an expenditure of hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal costs; AND WHEREAS, when a municipality exercises the authority granted under the Heritage Act, the implication is that the municipality considers the properties designated to be of sufficient importance to take responsibility for the physical and financial aspects of their maintenance; AND WHEREAS, indications are that neighbourhoods other than the north-east quadrant are seeking the same entitlement to heritage designation and the benefits thereof; AND WHEREAS, municipalities are required by regulations to conform to certain requirements of forecasting in budget plans; AND WHEREAS, there has been no deliberation whatsoever by Council in the matter of the financial implications of adopting a Heritage Designation By-law; AND WHEREAS, there is a record of a grant having been made 15 years ago to replace the roof of 74 Wellington Street - a house in private ownership; AND WHEREAS, an inquiry has already been received by the Heritage Advisory Committee about the availability of property tax relief; AND WHEREAS, the committee has recommended that Council defer the question until after the Heritage Designation By-law has been processed; Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 13 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT no further action be taken on the proposed Heritage Designated Neighbourhood until such time as the potential financial costs have been determined; AND FURTHER, until the community at large has been consulted about their willingness to shoulder this extra burden of taxation; AND until the provincially regulated requirements of budget forecasting have been satisfied. DEFEATED Moved by Councillor Vrancic 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 Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT staff prepare a report on the issues raised in the proposed resolution. CARRIED 2. TSAB06-04 – April 12, 2006 Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting Councillor Vrancic, having previously declared an interest in Item 2(3), did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris 3. April 7, 2006 memorandum from the By-law Services Co-ordinator regarding 2-Hour Parking on Wellington and Yonge Street. THAT the April 7, 2006 memorandum from the By-law Services Co- ordinator regarding 2-hour parking on Wellington Street East and Yonge Street be received for information; and THAT the April 7, 2006 memorandum be forwarded to the Economic Development Committee for comments. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Hogg 5. March 8, 2006 letter from Mr. Ugo Bulgaretti requesting a speed limit reduction on Wellington Street East. THAT Mr. Bulgaretti be directed to send a letter to the Region regarding his request to reduce the speed limit on Wellington Street East. CARRIED . Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 14 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hogg 1. THAT the balance of the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board meeting, held on April 12, 2006, be received for information and Council endorse the following recommendations of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board: 2. Report No. TSAB06-003 – Stop Sign Control at the Intersection of Child Drive and Baldwin Road. THAT the existing 2-way stop sign control at the Child Drive and Baldwin Road intersection be retained; and THAT oversized stop signs and warning tabs be installed to enhance the existing stop sign control; and THAT staff be requested to monitor the Child Drive and Baldwin Road intersection and report back to the TSAB if additional measures are required. 4. April 7, 2006 memorandum from the By-law Services Co-ordinator regarding Parking at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. THAT the April 7, 2006 memorandum from the By-law services Co- ordinator regarding parking at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church be deferred to the May 10, 2006 TSAB meeting. CARRIED 5. Resolution from the City of Vaughan Re: Status of Undocumented Workers Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT Council receive the resolution from the City of Vaughan regarding the status of undocumented workers. CARRIED 7. Memo from Councillor Morris Re: Costs of Outside Legal Counsel Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hogg THAT staff prepare a report for the next Council meeting outlining when and for what purpose outside legal counsel has been retained. CARRIED 11. Correspondence from the Economic Development Officer Re: By-law 4787-06.P – Noise By-law Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Gaertner THAT the correspondence and by-law be deferred to the next Council meeting. Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 15 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 IX REGIONAL REPORT Mayor Jones advised that there is a Schedule B Class Environmental Assessment Study - Watermain Construction on Thursday, April 27, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Regional offices. 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 Kean advised that a motion will be presented to Regional Council for consideration in May regarding incineration of non-recyclable trash, and asked whether the Mayor would be supporting this at the regional level, to which the Mayor responded that he would be expediting this matter as quickly as possible. Councillor Kean advised that the environmental mapping on Ridge Road is incorrect and does not show 4 acres of the land as being environmentally sensitive. Councillor Kean requested that staff review and correct this as soon as possible. Councillor Kean inquired about the status of the defibrillators, to which the Director of Leisure Services responded that the Town has received two of them and are awaiting the two additional free ones. The Director advised that training for the defibrillators is scheduled for mid May for the staff at the four facilities where they will be located, those being the Community Centre, the Aurora Recreation Complex, the Leisure Complex and the Seniors’ Centre. Councillor Buck questioned the health issue in regards to children assisting in picking up litter. Mayor Jones assured the Councillor that Anti-Litter Day is operated as a partnership with public health and that gloves are given to all participants. Councillor Buck questioned the turning restrictions on Irwin Avenue. Councillor Hogg inquired about the fundraising status for the Aurora Recreation Complex. Councillor Hogg inquired about the status of the information regarding summer watering bans. Councillor Gaertner thanked all of the Aurora volunteers, particularly the volunteers on the Environmental Advisory Committee. Mayor Jones asked about attendance at the Public Planning Meeting on April 26, 2006 in order to confirm a quorum. Mayor Jones reminded everyone about Anti-Litter Day on April 29, 2006 and invited all to come out and participate. Mayor Jones sent greetings to everyone from former Councillor Glen Ostick who recently visited the Town. Mayor Jones congratulated the Chamber of Commerce for a very successful Home Show this year and thanked all the volunteers. Councillor Morris thanked the volunteers and Parks Department staff for their assistance with David Tomlinson’s initiative regarding the nesting boxes along the Holland River Valley. Councillor Morris advised that the Curbside Giveaway Day is this weekend. Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 16 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Councillor Morris inquired about the retaining wall at 78 Tyler Street and whether the contractors will be in on April 18th, to which the Director of Public Works responded that he was not aware of the details but that he would know more tomorrow. Councillor Gaertner congratulated staff at the Community Centre who participated at the Aurora Home Show. XI READING OF BY-LAWS Councillor Vrancic, having previously declared an interest in By-law 4764-06.D, did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Kean THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and enacted: 4764-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law No. 2213-78, as amended, being the Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora (Lot 87, Plan 246, 185 & 205 Industrial Parkway, North, D14-02-06) CARRIED 4787-06.P The noise by-law was deferred to the next Council meeting. Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and enacted: 4793-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 61 4794-06.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 D14-06-06, 15450 Yonge Street) 4795-06.C BEING A BY-LAW to confirm actions by Council resulting from meeting 06-13 of April 25, 2006. CARRIED XII IN-CAMERA None Formatted: Font: Arial Formatted: Font: Arial, 12 pt Formatted: Font: Arial, 12 pt Council Meeting No. 06-13 Page 17 of 17 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 XIII ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Kean THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:30 p.m. CARRIED ________________________________ ____________________________ T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK