MINUTES - Council - 20061010
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 06-27
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner,
Hogg, Kean, Morris, Vrancic and Wallace
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor West 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, Director of Financial Services/
Treasurer, Town Solicitor and Council/Committee
Secretary.
Mayor Jones called the meeting to order at 7:26 p.m., following the Special
General Committee – Audit Committee meeting.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Mayor Jones declared an interest in item 1(11) – Applications to Amend the
Zoning By-law and Draft Plan of Subdivision – Brookvalley Developments
(Aurora) Ltd., by virtue of his residence in the vicinity of the subject area 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 Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department, with the following additional item, be approved:
Item 6 - Correspondence from York Region Food Network
Re: Aurora Community Garden Site
CARRIED
III OPEN FORUM
Ms Elizabeth Cromar Needham addressed Council regarding the heavy truck
traffic on Vandorf Sideroad and the related safety concerns. Ms Cromar
Needham suggested that the trucks should use Industrial Parkway South and
Englehard Drive as an alternate route, as the use of Vandorf Sideroad causes
safety concerns for the residents of Monkman Court, Archer Hill, Beacon Hall,
Falconwood Estates and Wycliffe Gardens.
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Mayor Jones declared a perceived interest in this matter by virtue of his
residence in the vicinity of the subject area, relinquished the Chair to Councillor
Morris and did not take part in the discussion. Upon conclusion of this matter,
Mayor Jones resumed the Chair.
Mr. John Matheson addressed Council regarding the heavy truck traffic on
Vandorf Sideroad, advising that his comments are a result of 25 years of
experience in the trucking industry. Mr. Matheson advised that tractor trailers,
weighing 80,000 lbs. and 9 axle steel haulers weighing 140,000 lbs. fully loaded
would not be able to stop suddenly on the grade, if necessary, causing a large
safety concern. Mr. Matheson also advised that, from the point of view of time
and money, it would be insignificant for the trucking companies to have the
drivers use the alternate route of Industrial Parkway South and Englehard Drive.
Mr. Ian Munro requested that Council handle the matter regarding the changing
of the Town Hall address back to 100 John West Way, and that it should not be
the responsibility of a future Council.
IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of September 26, 2006, Meeting Number 06-25
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-25 be adopted as
printed and circulated.
CARRIED
V PRESENTATIONS
(a) Presentation of Golf Tournament Cheques from the
Mayor’s Golf Tournament
Mr. Steve Hinder advised Council that the Mayor’s Golf Tournament began in
1997 and has become an excellent way of raising funds to be given to groups
within the Aurora community. Mr. Hinder indicated that $50,000 was raised this
year, with the 9 year total amounting to $400,000.
Mr. Hinder presented cheques to the following groups:
CHATS - $10,000
Aurora Seniors’ Centre - $20,000
Aurora Spirit (Aurora Recreation Centre Fundraising Committee) - $20,000
VI DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(4), 1(11), 2(2), 3 and 4 were identified for discussion.
VII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Kean
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:
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5. Resolution from the Town of East Gwillimbury
Re: Urbanization of Regional Roads
THAT Council receive and endorse the following resolution from the Town
of East Gwillimbury:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Community Programs & Infrastructure
Report CPI-2006-36, dated September 18, 2006, regarding
urbanization of Regional roads be received and adopted;
THAT Council pass the following resolution in support of the
urbanization of Regional Roads:
WHEREAS improvements to Regional and local road systems are
a high priority for the public in York Region; and
WHEREAS the growth-related costs of improvements to the road
system are eligible for recovery through the Region of York and
Town’s respective Development Charge By-laws; and
WHEREAS the urbanization (i.e., installation of storm sewers,
curbs and gutters) of roads is an effective method of improving the
Regional road system and reducing annual maintenance costs; and
WHEREAS the staff of the Town of East Gwillimbury and York
Region have had discussions regarding this matter;
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the Town of East Gwillimbury
supports the urbanization of Regional roads within urban areas,
and in particular Green Lane, and that the cost of urbanizing Green
Lane and other Regional roads within urbanized areas be included
in the next Region of York Development Charge By-law update
proposed for 2007; and
THAT, in consideration that this issue impacts all Municipalities
within the Regional Municipality of York, this resolution be
forwarded to all area municipalities for their consideration and
support.
6. Correspondence from York Region Food Network
Re: Aurora Community Garden Site
(Added Item)
THAT the correspondence from the York Region Food Network be
received for information.
CARRIED
VIII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION – COUNCILLORS
Councillor Wallace advised that the Special Events Sub-Committee would like to
continue operating as a committee until after the Santa Claus Parade.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the Special Events Sub-Committee be given approval to continue to
operate as a committee until after the Santa Claus Parade.
CARRIED
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Councillor Gaertner asked whether the study regarding traffic on Vandorf
Sideroad could be undertaken prior to Spring/Summer 2007, to which the
Director of Public Works responded that the department has insufficient staff to
complete this study any sooner.
Councillor Kean thanked the residents and Farmers’ Market vendors for their
efforts this year and suggested that Mayor Jones send out letters of thanks to the
vendors.
Mayor Jones declared a perceived interest in the following matter by virtue of his
residence in the vicinity of the subject area, relinquished the Chair to Councillor
Morris and did not take part in the discussion. Upon conclusion of this matter,
Mayor Jones resumed the Chair.
Councillor Vrancic requested additional information regarding Vandorf Sideroad,
to which the Director of Planning responded that the matter had been appealed
to the OMB and that the development was approved at a higher density than was
originally recommended for the area. The Director of Planning also advised that
setbacks were put into the requirements, acknowledging that there was existing
industrial development, which had been zoned for many years, and could
potentially cause interference between it and the residents of the new
development.
Councillor Gaertner acknowledged the time and effort put forth by Councillor
Kean in relation to the Farmers’ Market.
IX DELEGATIONS
(a) Dr. Don McLean, Aurora Animal Hospital
Re: Replacement of Gate at War Memorial Peace Park
Dr. Don McLean addressed Council to request that an access gate from
the plaza to the War Memorial Peace Park be re-installed when
constructing the new fence, as has been the case over the past 10 years.
Dr. McLean indicated that a gate was needed so that his staff could take
the dogs for a walk in the park during their recovery period.
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 Morris
THAT the new fence, including an access gate to the adjoining plaza, be
constructed, providing that the Aurora Animal Clinic fund the cost of the
construction of the gate; and
THAT the fence be constructed using terminal posts rather than line posts,
at the potential gate location, providing that the Aurora Animal Clinic fund
the cost of such construction; and
THAT the Director of Leisure Services consult with the Royal Canadian
Legion, Col. Fred Tilston V.C. (Ont. No. 385) Branch regarding the use of
the park grounds, prior to construction of the gate, and report back to
Council.
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On a recorded vote the resolution was CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Hogg, Kean, Morris, Vrancic, Wallace and
Mayor Jones
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Buck
Councillor West was absent.
(b) Mrs. Christine Morra
Re: Item 2(2) – Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting
Mrs. Christine Morra addressed Council in support of the Traffic Safety
Advisory Board’s recommendation to prohibit parking on a section of the
south side of Maple Street.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information and that
item 2(2) be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
2. TSAB06-18 – September 13, 2006 Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Hogg
2. September 7, 2006 memorandum from Manager of Engineering Services
regarding parking on Maple Street
THAT parking be prohibited on the south side of Maple Street from a point
40m west of Spruce Street to a point 57.5m west of Spruce Street at
anytime; and
THAT staff be requested to introduce the necessary by-law to implement the
above recommendation; and
THAT a letter be sent to all affected residents with the Traffic Safety
Advisory Board’s recommendations.
CARRIED
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 September 13, 2006, be received for information
and Council endorse the following recommendations of the Traffic Safety
Advisory Board:
3. Report TSAB06-017 – Vandorf Sideroad and Industrial Parkway South
THAT multi-way stop signs be implemented at the intersection of Vandorf
Sideroad and Industrial Parkway South; and
THAT staff be requested to introduce the necessary by-law to implement the
above recommendation; and
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THAT York Region Police be requested to increase enforcement of the
speed limit on Industrial Parkway South north and south of Vandorf
Sideroad.
CARRIED
(c) Mr. Graham Wride
Re: Item 3 - Town Hall Address
Mr. Graham Wride addressed Council to request that the Aurora Town
Hall address be reinstated as 100 John West Way.
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that item 3 be
brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
3. Resolution from Councillor Buck
Re: Town Hall Address
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Hogg
WHEREAS it is universally understood that an address of a building or a
place is a number on a public right-of-way identified by a name; and
WHEREAS since the time of the completion of the building and the right-
of-way, the address of the Aurora Town Hall was 100 John West Way;
and
WHEREAS one of the first acts of this council was to create a non-existent
street in order to change the address of the Aurora Town Hall; and
WHEREAS the stated intent of this action was not to dishonour the person
for whom John West Way was named, nevertheless that is what was
accomplished; and
WHEREAS in consideration of the fact John West Way was named by the
Town of Aurora to honour a man who had earned the respect of the
people of Aurora for his service as Mayor or Councillor for many council
terms;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the previous resolution to
create a new address for the Aurora Town Hall be rescinded and the
name and number 100 John West Way be restored.
On a recorded vote the resolution was DEFEATED.
YEAS: 3 NAYS: 5
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Buck, Hogg and Mayor Jones
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Gaertner, Kean, Morris, Vrancic and Wallace
Councillor West was absent.
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X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-16, Tuesday, October 3, 2006
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM
THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-16, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3,
2006
(4) PW06-052– Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan – Poll Results
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council approve the design for the Northeast Quadrant Traffic
Calming Plan, as presented in report PW06-041; and
THAT staff be directed to submit the necessary “Road Alteration By-law”
to the October 17, 2006 Council meeting for approval; and
THAT, assuming the “Road Alteration By-law” is adopted by Council on
October 17, 2006, staff be directed to publish the “Notice of Study
Completion” for the Class Environment Assessment for the Northeast
Quadrant Traffic Calming Study; and
THAT staff provide a report at the October 17, 2006, Council meeting
regarding concerns raised by Mr. Gary Camick and further regarding
clarification as to whether the removal of four way stop signs from the
intersection of Birch Court and Walton Drive, will impede the Environmental
Assessment process.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it
was:
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the final paragraph of the above motion be amended to read as
follows:
THAT staff provide a report at the October 17, 2006, Council meeting
regarding concerns raised by Mr. Gary Camick and further regarding
clarification as to whether retaining the four way stop signs at the
intersection of Birch Court and Walton Drive, will impede the Environmental
Assessment process.
On a recorded vote, the amendment and resolution was CARRIED.
YEAS: 6 NAYS: 2
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Hogg, Kean, Morris, Vrancic and Mayor
Jones
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Buck and Wallace
Councillor West was absent.
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Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in item 1(11) relinquished the
Chair to Councillor Morris and did not take part in the vote called for in this regard.
Upon conclusion of this matter, Mayor Jones resumed the Chair.
(11) PL06-120 - Applications to Amend the Zoning By-Law and
Draft Plan of Subdivision
Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd.
14425 Bayview Avenue, Aurora
Part of Lot 15, Concession 2, E.Y.S
Files D14-06-05 & D12-05-02A
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the proposed plan of subdivision D12-05-02A Templeton Planning
Limited dated March 7, 2005 and revised September 15, 2006 be draft
approved by the Town of Aurora, subject to the Schedule of Conditions of
Draft Approval attached as Appendix “A” being fulfilled prior to final
approval; and
THAT 75 units of sewage and water capacity be allocated to the
Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd. lands; and
THAT the Mayor and the Clerk be authorized to execute the ‘No Pre-sales
Agreement’ with Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the balance of the report of the General Committee Meeting No. 06-
16 be received and the recommendations carried by the committee be
adopted.
CARRIED
4. LS06-044 – Mountain Bike Facilities
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council rescind the approval in principle of locating a Mountain Bike
facility within the McClellan Way Storm Water Management area; and
THAT Council direct staff to find an alternative location in the vicinity of the
former McClellan Way location in which to construct a Mountain Bike
facility; and
THAT the construction of Mountain Bike facilities in the Holland River
Valley, south of Wellington Street and Lambert Willson Park be
considered in the 2007 Budget.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it
was:
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the second paragraph of the above motion be amended to read as
follows:
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THAT Council direct staff to find an alternative location in the south-west
quadrant of the town, other than the former McClellan Way location, in
which to construct a Mountain Bike facility; and
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
XI REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Jones advised that information can be found on the York Region website
at www.region.york.on.ca under “Council Highlights”.
XII READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4842-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law No. 2213-
78, as amended, being the
Zoning By-law of the Town
of Aurora (Removal of (H)
Prefix, Part of Lot 72,
Concession 1, W.Y.S,
D14-04-05) (Schickedanz
Bros. Limited
4862-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law No. 2213-
78, as amended, being the
Zoning By-law of the Town
of Aurora (David
LeGallais, 154 Wellington
Street East, D14-05-05)
4864-06.R BEING A BY-LAW to
Rename Church Street
School “The Aurora
Heritage Centre”
4865.06.C BEING A BY-LAW to
confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting
06-27 of October 10, 2006.
CARRIED
XIII CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT Council proceed into Closed Session to address a legal/property
matter.
CARRIED
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Members of Council reconvened following the Closed Session and adjourned the
Council meeting.
XIV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Kean
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
CARRIED
_______________________________ _____________________________
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK