MINUTES - Council - 20060926
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 06-25
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, September 26, 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 7:00 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor Vrancic declared an interest in By-law 4844-06.D by virtue of a
solicitor-client 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 4856-06.T by virtue of a
solicitor-client 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.
Mayor Jones declared an interest in Item 1(15) - PL06-105 – Applications to
Amend the Zoning By-Law and Draft Plan of Subdivision - Brookvalley
Developments (Aurora), 14425 Bayview Avenue, 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.
Mayor Jones declared an interest in Item 2(3) - September 18, 2006 Heritage
Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes - 14575 Bayview Avenue – Proposed Plan
of Subdivision, 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.
Mayor Jones declared an interest in Item 4 - CACCR06-01 – Remuneration &
Compensation for Members of Council, by virtue of his candidacy for the position
of Mayor 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 Kean declared an interest in Item 4 - CACCR06-01 – Remuneration &
Compensation for Members of Council, by virtue of his candidacy for the position
of Mayor 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.
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II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department, with the following additional items, be approved:
Delegation (k) – Mr. & Mrs. Spencer
Re: By-law 4856-06.T – Parking on Old Yonge Street
Delegation (l) – Ms Tina Cadeau
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Substitute Delegate – Mr. John Orr will replace Ms Nancy Dickerman
Re: Item 1(13) - LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood Services Inc.
Delegation (m) – Ms Elizabeth Brims
Re: Item 1(13) - LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood Services Inc.
Memo from the Chief Administrative Officer
Re: Aurora Historical Society/Church Street School Resolution
CARRIED
III OPEN FORUM
Mr. Klaus Wehrenberg addressed Council to express his thanks for the naming
of a section of the Aurora trail system after him.
IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of September 12, 2006, Meeting Number 06-24
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-24 be adopted as
printed and circulated.
CARRIED
V PRESENTATIONS
a) Mayor Jones acknowledged the following people in appreciation of their
sponsorship of the Anti-Litter Campaign and presented plaques to
those in attendance:
Frank Georgio - AIIM
George South - Miller Waste Systems
Ron Wallace - Auroran newspaper
David Prakash - SmartCentres
Ian Mahy - Home Depot
Chris Barfitt - Aurora Home Hardware
Kartik Rathod - Shoppers Drug Mart
Bob Ahearn - Tim Hortons
Greg Foster - M&M Meats
Mr. & Mrs. Sydney Luzuriaga – Topper’s Pizza
Kyle Etienne - Canadian Tire Associate Store
Chris Alexander - Town of Aurora By-law Department
Karen Oreto - Info Aurora
Dorothy Clark-McClure - Aurora Seniors' Association
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Peter Horvath - Town of Aurora Works Department
Jim Tree - Town of Aurora Parks Department
Larry Dekkema - Ballymore Homes
Cory Fagan - Town of Aurora GIS, Planning & Development Department
Jennifer Schoutsen - Town of Aurora GIS, Planning & Development
Department
Mrs. Shauna Tepperman - Merkur Holdings Inc.
Councillor Wendy Gaertner, Chair - Environmental Advisory Committee
Philip Shepherd - Norseman Plastics
Shahid Jahangir - Mac's Convenience Stores
VI DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(11), 1(13), 1(15), 1(21), 1(22), 2(3), 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, By-law 4844-06.D and
By-law 4856-06.T were identified for discussion.
VII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Wallace 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:
3. CAC06-01 – Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes from the
September 7, 2006, September 14, 2006 and
September 19, 2006 Meetings
THAT the minutes of the Citizens Advisory Committee Meetings of
September 7, 2006, September 14, 2006 and September 19, 2006 be
received for information.
5. PL06-118 – Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Richard Arnold, 66 Wellington Street East
Part of Lots 15 & 16, R.P.107
File D14-07-06
THAT Council repeal implementing Zoning By-law Amendment 4838-
06.D; and
THAT Council enact implementing Zoning By-law Amendment 4858-06.D.
6. PL06-119 – Appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan
and Boundary
THAT Council endorse an amendment to the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Boundary to remove the lands at 120
Centre Street; and
THAT the Ontario Municipal Board be requested to approve By-law 4855-
06.D, attached hereto, being an amendment to the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District boundary to exclude the property known as
120 Centre Street.
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11. FS06-030 – St. John’s Sideroad – Sidewalk, Water, Sewer Project
THAT the deficit of $202,335 be taken from the Development Charges
Reserve Fund; and
THAT we concur with the utilization of the appropriate Development
Charges Reserves for the St. John’s Sideroad projects; and
THAT we proceed with and update of the Public Works portion of the
Development Charges Background Study, including Roads and Related,
Sanitary Sewers and Watermains; and
THAT we contract with Hemson Consulting Ltd to complete the update at
a fee not to exceed $15,000 and that the fees for this contract be taken
from the Development Charge Reserve; and
THAT the Town undertake negotiation with the Region of York on the
outstanding invoice for $258,676.
12. Resolution from Councillor Morris regarding the Notice of Motion from
September 19, 2006 related to the Anne Bartley-Smith Lands
WHEREAS the Town has recently been requested to approve a minor site
plan application for the construction of a water reservoir by the Region of
York on the east side of Bathurst St north of Bloomington Rd. on a parcel
of land know as the former Anne Bartley-Smith lands; and
WHEREAS inquiries have recently been made regarding the use of the
funds that the Ontario Heritage Foundation has received for this project;
NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Town of Aurora requests the
Region of York to clarify with the Ontario Heritage Foundation to
determine if the funds paid by the Region will be utilized to improve the
Anne Bartley-Smith lands.
13. FS06-031 – Financial Report Multi-Purpose Recreation Complex
THAT the Multi Use Recreation Complex budget be amended and
approved as follows:
Budgeted Expenditures
Land Acquisition Cost $ 5,059,709
Facility Design/Project Management $ 1,000,000
Project Costs – Construction $21,328,936
Total Project Budgeted Expenditures $27,388,645
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Budgeted Revenues
Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 525,000
Municipal Capital Reserve $ 525,000
Development Charges – Recreational Facilities $ 1,100,000
Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Reserve $ 1,750,000
Unexpended Youth Centre $ 500,000
Development Charges – Reserve Fund $ 3,350,000
Growth Supported Debt (Recovered from DC’s) $12,669,300
Tax Rate Supported Debt (Post 2013 DC’s) $ 4,245,700
Tax Rate Supported Debt $ 0
Contribution from 2005 Operating $ 625,000
Donations $ 2,000,000
Fund Raising $ 38,645
Grants $ 60,000
Total Project Budgeted Revenues
$27,388,645
THAT Council establish a Multi-Use Recreational Facility Discretionary
Reserve Fund, to be used to fund any future Capital improvement to the
facility as a adopted by Council; and
THAT any additional fund raising money be deposited into the Multi-Use
Recreational Facility Discretionary Reserve Fund.
CARRIED
VIII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION – COUNCILLORS
Councillor Buck questioned why there are no signs on Yonge Street to direct
traffic to the Industrial Parkway South bypass. Mayor Jones requested that staff
follow up.
Councillor Morris thanked the Environmental Advisory Committee, particularly Ms
Sue Walmer, as well as the Public Works Department for the work done on the
shoreline cleanup.
Councillor Morris requested that signage inside the Aurora Seniors’ Centre be
expedited, as requested by the Seniors.
Councillor Morris requested information on the Sports Council and a potential
Tennis Bubble, to which Mayor Jones responded that it is a new organization and
that they will provide information in the future.
Councillor Kean advised that, through the Farmers’ Market, The Auroran and
R&R Bookstore, a contest is being run to collect food for the Food Bank and the
Women’s Centre of York Region. Food and donations such as diapers and
formula can be dropped at the Farmers’ Market on Saturday mornings or R&R
Bookstore.
Councillor Wallace asked who produced a Town map, which was recently
distributed and does not indicate street names. Councillor Wallace suggested
that this map is not necessary, as the Chamber of Commerce produces a map
which is quite adequate. Mayor Jones requested that staff follow up and report
back via memo.
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IX DELEGATIONS
a) Ms Orianna Brodbeck
Re: By-law 4856-06.T – Parking on Old Yonge Street
Ms Brodbeck addressed Council in support of the by-law regarding
parking on Old Yonge Street, due to safety and sightline issues.
(k) Mr. Spencer
Re: By-law 4856-06.T – Parking on Old Yonge Street
(Added Item)
Mr. Spencer addressed Council in support of the by-law regarding parking
on Old Yonge Street, due to safety and sightline issues.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegates be received and that By-law 4856-
06.T be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
Councillor Vrancic, having previously declared an interest in By-law 4856-06.T,
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 Wallace
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4856-06.T BEING A BY-LAW to
amend Parking By-law 4574-04.T
as amended, with respect to
parking on Old Yonge Street
CARRIED
b) Mr. Stuart Smith
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Mr. Stuart Smith addressed Council in opposition to the proposed parking
by-law for Birkshire Drive. Mr. Smith indicated that the neighbours had not
been advised of impending plans regarding parking until September 19,
2006 when they were advised that a by-law was to be considered at the
September 26, 2006 Council meeting. Mr. Smith requested that the by-
law be deferred in order for the residents of the community to have input
into the matter.
c) Mr. George Rountes
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Mr. George Rountes addressed Council in opposition to the parking by-
law for Birkshire Drive.
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d) Mr. Errol Stein
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Mr. Stuart Smith spoke on behalf of Mr. Errol Stein.
e) Mr. Feroze Bacchus
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Mr. Stuart Smith spoke on behalf of Mr. Feroze Bacchus.
f) Mr. Ron Gergio
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Mr. Stuart Smith spoke on behalf of Mr. Ron Gergio.
g) Mr. Armand
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
Mr. Stuart Smith spoke on behalf of Mr. Armand.
l) Ms Tina Cadeau
Re: By-law 4857-06.T – Parking on Birkshire Drive
(Added Item)
Ms Tina Cadeau addressed Council in favour of the proposed parking by-
law for Birkshire Drive, indicating safety concerns and sightline issues.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the comments of the delegates be received for information and that
By-law 4857-06.T be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT By-law 4857-06.T be deferred to a future meeting in order for staff
to host a Public Information Session and consult with residents in the
neighbourhood and bring back a report to a future General Committee
meeting.
CARRIED
h) Ms Patricia Robertson
Re: Item 1(13) - LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood
Services Inc.
Ms Patricia Robertson addressed Council regarding the childcare
operation run by York Region Neighbourhood Services Inc. at the
Crescentbrook location, indicating that the organization would like to
continue discussions with the Director of Leisure Services regarding
options for the operation. Ms Robertson advised that, although York
Region Neighbourhood Services Inc. had stopped paying rent, the money
is being held for payment pending Council direction.
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Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT Council recess into Closed Session to discuss the legal matter
related to the delegation by Ms Patricia Robertson from York Region
Neighbourhood Services Inc.
CARRIED
Council recessed at 8:20 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT Council reconvene the meeting.
CARRIED
Council reconvened at 8:35 p.m.
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-15, Tuesday, September 19, 2006
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM
THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-15, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER
19, 2006
(13) LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood Services Inc.
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the delegation by Ms Patricia Robertson be received and that the
matter be referred to staff in order to meet with the York Region
Neighbourhood Services Inc. representative and report back to a future
meeting.
CARRIED
Mayor Jones advised the delegates present that they would be advised when the
matter comes back to Council and they would be able to make their presentation
at that time.
i) Ms Tina Finelli and Mr. Normand Zapata
Re: Item 1(13) - LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood
Services Inc.
The delegates indicated that they would return to a future meeting at such
time when this matter is brought back.
Substitute Delegate – Mr. John Orr will replace Ms Nancy Dickerman
Re: Item 1(13) - LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood Services Inc.
(Added Item)
The delegate indicated that he would return to a future meeting at such
time when this matter is brought back.
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m) Ms Elizabeth Brims
Re: Item 1(13) - LS06-041 – York Region Neighbourhood Services Inc.
(Added Item)
The delegate indicated that she would return to a future meeting at such
time when this matter is brought back.
j) Ms Carolin Grandin
Re: Item 1(21) - FS06-027 – Aurora Hydro Sale Investment
Funds
Ms Carolin Grandin addressed Council to request that the Town secure
the Rupert property at the north-east corner of McClenny Drive and
Henderson Drive using the appropriate source of funding.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the request of the delegate be deferred to staff for a report at
budget time and that the matter be handled as part of the budget
deliberations.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT staff bring forward some criteria that would evaluate future green
space needs, which may be appropriate for consideration and report back
prior to the budget process.
CARRIED
X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-15, Tuesday, September 19, 2006
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM
THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-15, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER
19, 2006
(11) LS06-038 – Recommendation for Concession and Snack Food Vending
at the New Aurora Recreation Complex
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council approve the recommendation to proceed with an
agreement with Recreation Leisure Services for Concession and Snack
Food Vending Services at the new Aurora Recreation Complex until July
31, 2007; and
THAT Council approve funding from the Operating Budget as indicated in
Report LS06-038.
On a recorded vote the resolution was CARRIED.
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YEAS: 6 NAYS: 2
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Kean, Morris, Vrancic, Wallace and
Mayor Jones
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Buck and Hogg
Councillor West was absent.
Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in this report, 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.
(15) PL06-105 – Applications to Amend the Zoning By-Law and Draft Plan
of Subdivision, Brookvalley Developments (Aurora)
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 Hogg
THAT Report PL06-105 respecting files D14-06-05 and D12-05-2A
(Brookvalley Developments) be received as information and staff be
instructed to prepare conditions of draft approval.
CARRIED
(21) FS06-027 – Aurora Hydro Sale Investment Funds
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT 90% of the balance in the Aurora Hydro Sale Investment Fund
remain in the fund and that the balance of the earned interest from the
prior year be utilized for new initiatives identified in the Municipalities
Strategic Plan; and
THAT proposed Strategic Plan Initiatives be budgeted as separate
projects for separate consideration and, should all the funds from the
current year not be used, that they be carried forward to the next budget
year; and
THAT, should Council wish to use any of the principal from the Aurora
Hydro Sale Investment Fund, proper public notice must be provided at
least 30 days in advance before the matter is discussed at open Council;
and
THAT Council establish a Council Discretionary Reserve Fund in the
amount of 10% of the Aurora Hydro Sale Investment Fund; and
THAT the funds in the Council Discretionary Reserve Fund will be
expended at the discretion of Council; and
THAT Council determine the terms and conditions of the use of the
Council Discretionary Reserve Fund and that these be reviewed at the
beginning of each new term of Council; and
THAT, should Council wish to use any of the principal from the Council
Discretionary Reserve Fund, proper public notice must be provided at
least 30 days in advance before the matter is discussed at open Council;
and
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THAT any donations or expenditures from the Council Discretionary
Reserve Fund must recognize in program or project advertising that the
contribution was made from proceeds from the sale of Aurora Hydro; and
THAT funds be allocated to the appropriate Reserves at year-end once
the fund balance has been determined; and
THAT Council amend the Council resolution of the June 28, 2005, to add
the following at the end of section 8(c) after the word “entirety”;
“Providing that, in the event that the entire Council is not present for
three consecutive Council meetings, the requirement for 100% of
members needed to attend be reduced by 1 member of Council.”
CARRIED
(22) LS06-042 – Alternative Uses of the Former Hydro Building at 215 Industrial
Parkway South
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the property be used for Municipal purposes; and
THAT staff report back on specific issues related to the preferred option.
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
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the balance of the Report of the General Committee Meeting No.
06-15 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be
adopted.
CARRIED
2. HAC06-08 – September 18, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee
Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in Item 2(3), 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.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
3. 14575 Bayview Ave. – Proposed Plan of Subdivision
THAT the information concerning the applications for Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for 14575 Bayview Avenue be
received; and
THAT the conditions recommended by the Community Planner regarding
the proposed applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of
Subdivision in the memorandum to the Heritage Advisory Committee
dated September 18, 2006 be endorsed; and
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THAT the owner be requested to provide a fund to assist with the storage
and reconstruction of the barn in the suggested amount of up to $50,000.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Wallace
1. THAT the balance of the Committee Record of the Heritage Advisory
Committee meeting, held on September 18, 2006, be received for
information and Council endorse the following recommendations of the
Heritage Advisory Committee:
2. Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District – OMB Appeals
THAT Council endorse an amendment to the Heritage Conservation
District Plan Boundary to remove the lands at 120 Centre Street; and
THAT the Ontario Municipal Board be requested to approve By-law 4855-
06.R, being an amendment to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District boundary to exclude the property known as 120
Centre Street.
4. Amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act
THAT the memorandum from the Community Planner regarding the
amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act, be received for information; and
THAT the official name of the Aurora Inventory of Heritage Buildings be
changed to the Aurora Register of Property of Cultural Heritage Value or
Interest.
5. Heritage Impact Assessment Standards
THAT the memorandum from the Community Planner entitled Heritage
Impact Assessment and Conservation Plans – Town of Aurora, be
received for information purposes.
6. Future Heritage Districts/Oversized Housing Discussion
THAT the memorandum from the Community Planner entitled Discussion
Concerning Future Heritage and Urban Design Study Areas and Issues
Related to New Over-Sized Housing in Existing Neighbourhoods, be
received for information purposes.
7. Canadian Register of Historic Places - Update
THAT the memorandum from the Community Planner Assistant regarding
the Canadian Register of Historic Places be received for information; and
THAT the Community Planner Assistant continue to nominate eligible
properties in the Town of Aurora.
8. Heritage Designations 15 Mosley St. & 66 Wellington St.
THAT the Grimshaw House at 15 Mosely Street be designated under Part
IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the John W. Knowles, Four Square House at 66 Wellington Street
East be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
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9. Heritage Awards Program
THAT the proposal for the re-establishment of a Heritage Advisory
Committee of Aurora Awards of Excellence Program be endorsed; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to prepare a report for the
Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora further outlining the awards
program and awards presentation components, the design of the award
and potential nominees.
10. Ontario Heritage Trust Award Nominees 2007
THAT the information with respect to the Ontario Heritage Trust
Community Recognition Award Program be received; and
THAT St. Andrew’s College be recommended for nomination for the
Ontario Heritage Trust Community Recognition Award in the Built Heritage
Category; and
THAT Dr. Leslie Oliver be recommended for nomination for the Ontario
Heritage Trust Community Recognition Award in the Cultural Heritage
Category; and
THAT Jackie Stewart be recommended for nomination for the Ontario
Heritage Trust Community Recognition Award in the Lifetime Achievement
Category; and
THAT Gordon and Marie Barnes be recommended for nomination for the
Ontario Heritage Trust Community Recognition Award in the Heritage
Garden Restoration Category; and
THAT the Arboretum Committee be recommended for nomination for the
Ontario Heritage Trust Community Recognition Award in the Natural
Heritage Category.
11. Delegation of Authority to the Community Planner
THAT, to provide efficient customer service until the next scheduled
meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee, the Heritage Advisory
Committee of Aurora delegates its authority to the Community Planner to
endorse on its behalf, non-controversial applications for heritage
properties and areas which are in compliance with recognized heritage
principles, until such time as new members are appointed to the Heritage
Advisory Committee of Aurora.
12. Heritage Designation Plaque Design
THAT the memorandum from the Community Planner entitled Heritage
Designation Plaque Design Recommendations be received; and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee approve the program as outlined
in the above mentioned memorandum; and
THAT the Community Planner purchase up to five (5) cast aluminium
plaques in 2006.
12. Achievements 2003-2006 Heritage Advisory Committee
THAT the memorandum from the Community Planner entitled
Achievements – Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora 2003 – 2006 be
received for information; and
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THAT Bob Panizza, Michael Seaman and Susan Schappert be thanked
for all of their assistance and guidance to the Committee.
13. Correspondence
a) York Region Community Foundation
b) Heritage Workshop
THAT the correspondence from the York Region Community Foundation
and the Ministry of Culture be received for information.
CARRIED
Mayor Jones and Councillor Kean declared an interest in Item 4, due to their candidacy
for Mayor, and left the meeting. Councillor Morris assumed the Chair.
4. CACCR06-01 – Remuneration & Compensation for Members of Council
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Buck
1. Remuneration for the Mayor and Councillors
THAT the remuneration paid to the Mayor and Councillors for the next
term of Council, shall be adjusted on an annual basis to reflect the
economic salary adjustments that are granted to the full-time non-union
staff group for the same 4 year period; and
2. Vehicle Allowance
THAT the Vehicle/Travel Allowance for the Mayor and Councillors be
adjusted at the December CPI rate annually for the next term of Council
effective December 1, 2006; and
3. Benefit Plan
THAT the benefit options for the Mayor and Councillors remain as
currently provided; and
4. Expense Allowance
THAT the expense allowance for the Mayor be increased to $3,300 per
year and for Councillors to $450 per year for the next term of Council
effective December 1, 2006; and
5. Other Recommendations
THAT a similar advisory committee be formed prior to the end of the term
of the next Council in order to review the compensation for the future
Council.
Mayor Jones and Councillor Kean were invited back to the meeting after
information was given from the Town Solicitor taken from the Municipal Conflict
of Interest Act. Councillor Morris relinquished the Chair to Mayor Jones.
On a recorded vote the resolution was CARRIED.
YEAS: 6 NAYS: 2
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Buck, Gaertner, Hogg, Kean, Wallace and Mayor
Jones
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Morris and Vrancic
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7. FS06-032 – Capital Project Report
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the Treasurer’s Report FS06-032 “Capital Project Report” be
received; and
THAT Council authorize the re-allocation of capital project closing
balances as identified in Appendix “B” of this report; and
THAT a Public Works Infrastructure Management Discretionary Reserve
Fund be established.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it
was:
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Director of Financial Services report back on the discrepancies
outlined in the report on the Leisure Services capital items.
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
8. FS06-033 – Operating Budget Financial Review to August 31, 2006
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT Report FS06-033 be adopted; and
THAT the budget adjustments as identified in Appendix “B” to Financial
Services Report FS06-033 be adopted.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Procedural By-law be suspended to allow Councillor Gaertner to
ask a question regarding the item.
CARRIED
9. Memo from the Director of Corporate Services
Re: Church Street School
and
Memo from the Chief Administrative Officer
Re: Aurora Historical Society/Church Street School Resolution
(Added Item)
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT Church Street School be renamed the Aurora Heritage Centre.
CARRIED
Council Meeting No. 06-25 Page 16 of 18
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
10. FS06-026 – Financial Update and Budget Adjustment for
Aurora Seniors’ Centre
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT Report FS06-026 be received; and
THAT Council authorize the use of $185,504. from the Indoor Recreation
Development Charges Reserve Fund to complete funding of the project;
and
THAT the new Seniors’ Centre Budget be adjusted accordingly.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it
was:
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT staff report back on the intent of the fundraising initiative.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it
was:
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT staff provide a report on the discrepancies in the Seniors’ Centre
financial update.
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT this meeting be extended beyond 10:30 p.m. in order to address the
remaining items on the agenda.
CARRIED
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”.
Council Meeting No. 06-25 Page 17 of 18
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
XII READING OF BY-LAWS
Councillor Vrancic, having previously declared an interest in By-law 4844-06.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 Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4844-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law No. 2213-78,
as amended, being the
Zoning By-law of the Town of
Aurora (219 Old Yonge
Street - File D14-06-02)
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4853-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
adopt Official Plan
Amendment No. 67
4854-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law No. 2213-78,
as amended, being the
Zoning By-law of the Town of
Aurora
(217 Earl Stewart Drive
File D14-34-03)
Note:
4856-06.T (adopted earlier in the meeting)
4857-06.T (deferred)
4858-06.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 D14-07-06 –
66 Wellington Street East)
4859-06.F BEING A BY-LAW to
provide for the annual
remuneration to be paid to the
Mayor and Members of Council
4860.06.C BEING A BY-LAW to
confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting 06-25
of September 26, 2006.
CARRIED
Council Meeting No. 06-25 Page 18 of 18
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
XIII CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT Council proceed into Closed Session at 10:40 p.m. to address legal
& property matters.
CARRIED
Councillors Hogg and Morris left the meeting at 10:40 p.m.
Council resumed in Public Session at 10:55 p.m.
XIV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Kean
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:55 p.m.
CARRIED
______________________________ _____________________________
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK