MINUTES - Council - 20070626 TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 07-16
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Buck (arrived
7:10 p.m.), Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger (arrived
8:25 p.m.), MacEachern (arrived 8:25 p.m.), Marsh,
McRoberts and Wilson.
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate
Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building, Director of
Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Acting Director
of Public Works, Director of Financial Services/
Treasurer, Town Solicitor and Council/Committee
Secretary.
Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor McRoberts declared an interest in item 9(9a) by virtue of his employer being
the York Region District School Board 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 Marsh Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department,
with the following additional items, be approved:
Delegation (d) Ms Denise Tierney, Executive Assistant - CHATS
Item 24 - Correspondence from Susan Walmer & Planning
Committee, Aurora Community Historica Fair
Re: Letter of Appreciation for Supporting the 2007 Historica Fair
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
CARRIED
III OPEN FORUM
Mr. John Nimmo expressed concerns about the Town of Aurora Council going into
closed session to discuss property matters. Mayor Morris confirmed with the assurance
of the Town Solicitor that this is normal practice and no codes or procedures have been
breeched in any way.
Mr. Errol Stein addressed Council to express his concerns with regard to the number of
speeding tickets being issued in Aurora, specifically along St. John’s Sideroad and he
suggested that more traffic law enforcement officers should focus their efforts onto the
400 series highways.
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IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of June 12, 2007, Meeting 07-15
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the Council minutes from meeting 07-15 be approved.
CARRIED
V PRESENTATIONS
a) Presentation from Ms Melodie McKay, Manager of Programs and
Community Development, to Honour Sheri Bridel’s Retirement
Ms McKay advised Council of the retirement of Ms Sheri Bridel, and
advised that Ms Bridel has been a thoroughly dedicated, hard working and
well loved employee with the Leisure Services Department since 1988. Ms
McKay extended a heartfelt thank you and congratulations on behalf of the
Leisure Services Department and wished Ms Bridel the best of luck and
happiness in her future.
Ms McKay was joined by Mayor Morris to present Ms Bridel with a framed
painting of Salamander Pond in honour of her 19 years of exceptional
service.
b) Mr. Chris Catania, Youth and Community Development Coordinator to
Present the Canada Day Youth Award
Mr. Chris Catania, Youth and Community Development Coordinator,
advised Council of the many exceptional contributions and outstanding
achievements of Mr. Bryan Lin within the youth community. Mr. Catania
advised that Mr. Lin has stepped into the roles of Editor in Chief of his
school newsletter; Founder and President of “Reach for the Top
Organization”, Student-Peer Tutor; Volunteer at Bloorview Kids Rehab
Centre, Toronto Western Hospital, Doors Open Aurora and the Canadian
Cancer Society. Mr. Catania also advised that Mr. Lin is the Chair of the
2006-2007 Aurora Youth Action Committee which addresses issues and
trends that currently affect the lives of youth in Aurora.
Mayor Morris joined Mr. Catania in presenting the Canada Day Youth
Award to Mr. Bryan Lin and congratulated him for his many contributions
which demonstrate initiative, commitment, leadership and pride.
VI PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Wilson reminded Council and the public about the Aurora Farmer’s
Market which takes place every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
in the Temperance Street parking lot. The Market will run this year until the end
of October for the first time. Councillor Wilson encouraged residents to come out
and support local vendors selling a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables,
farm fresh meats and handmade jewellery and other crafts.
Councillor Marsh advised that MPP Belinda Stronach has recently gone for
surgery to combat breast cancer and, on behalf of all members of Council and
the Mayor, extended warmest wishes and a speedy recovery to Ms Stronach.
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Mayor Morris advised that, prior to this meeting, the Aurora Youth Soccer Club
and the Leisure Services Department held a grand opening ceremony, also
attended by Councillors Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Marsh, McRoberts and
Wilson, to celebrate the newly installed Artificial Turf Soccer Field at Sheppard’s
Bush, 93 Industrial Parkway South. Mayor Morris advised that Mr. Ron Weese,
President of the Aurora Youth Soccer Club, presented the Town with the first of
three instalments of $20,000 in support of this positive initiative which sets the
bar for durability, extended use and player safety. Mayor Morris thanked the
Aurora Youth Soccer Club and congratulated the Director of Leisure Services
and staff for their efforts in bringing this project to completion.
Mayor Morris advised that the Leisure Services - Special Events staff are working
busily to bring the Aurora residents a very special, bigger and better Canada Day
Celebration this year with many new surprises and all are welcome and
encouraged to visit and take part in this occasion. Mayor Morris also advised
that staff are working to assemble a Canada Day Parade committee to explore
the feasibility of holding the Canada Day Parade next year.
Mayor Morris advised that the Town is aware of the large number of residents
who had no water on the evening of June 25, 2007. Mayor Morris advised that
staff worked through the night to restore services and determine the cause,
which was the result of high demand and limited supply due to dry whether
conditions.
Councillor Buck advised that despite Ms Stronach’s recent surgery and
treatment, the formerly scheduled event “From the Hill to the Grill” charity BBQ
for the Aurora Seniors’ Centre, will still take place on July 28, 2007 from 11:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
VII DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(6), 1(14), 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and
23 were identified for discussion.
VIII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Buck
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:
10. EDAC07-04 – Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
June 14, 2007
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting minutes
from the June 14, 2007 meeting be received and the recommendations
contained therein be adopted.
12. PW07-023 – Fleet Services Vehicle Use Review
THAT Fleet Services continue to purchase replacement
vehicles/equipment with shared use as a primary consideration in the
option choices, size, and type of vehicle/equipment being purchased; and
THAT Fleet Services continue to purchase outright replacement vehicles
and equipment while continuing to review the lease option regularly for
any potential changes in feasibility and monetary savings in the future;
and
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THAT new vehicle acquisitions be justified and financed for the initial
purchase by the user department making the request.
13. PW07-025 – Award o f Contract for Consulting Services - Reconstruction of
Hawthorne Lane – Results of Request for Proposals
THAT the Acting Director of Public Works be authorized to sign an
Engineering Agreement with Totten Sims Hubicki Associates Limited for
the provision of consulting services for the preliminary and detail design
for the reconstruction of Hawthorne Lane at a cost not to exceed
$23,080.00 exclusive of GST; and
THAT the variance in funding for this project be funded by the transfer of
$4,080.00 from 2007 Capital Project No. 31049 (Design for Engineering
Services Projects).
CARRIED
IX DELEGATIONS
a) Ms Melissa Kimura
Re: Interchange for Sweden, National Night - July 25, 2007
Ms Melissa Kimura of Children's International Summer Villages (CISV),
explained that CISV is a world-wide organization promoting peace and
understanding through children around the world. Ms Kimura advised that
CISV is holding a National Night for families and delegates on exchange from
Sweden. Ms Kimura advised that this night will feature delicacies from
Sweden and Canada, as well as many other cultural traditions and interests.
Ms Kimura requested that the Town of Aurora support this event by allowing
the CISV to use the Aurora Seniors’ Centre to host this event on July 25,
2007, between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Ms Kimura requested
that the Town permit the use of the kitchen, auditorium, multipurpose room,
table and chairs, dishes and an LCD/DVD player with a screen within the
Aurora Seniors’ Centre at no cost to CISV.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
b) Ms Vali Stone of Words Alive
Re: Request for Contribution toward Words Alive - Literary Festival
Ms Vali Stone spoke about the value of writers and literacy and she advised
that Words Alive is a non-profit organization which has been set up to
promote literacy and to provide venues and activities for novice writers to be
stimulated and supported in finding their talents and refining them with the
proper tools and encouragement. Ms Stone advised that Words Alive is
planning to hold the first Literary Festival in York Region and that she has
received tremendous support for this initiative from businesses, residents,
publishers, writers, the Arts Council and many others. Ms Stone advised that
the festival will feature activities, work shops, contests, story tellers, writers
groups, notable published authors, book stores and libraries to promote the
joy of writing and reading. The Festival is anticipated to be held on September
29, 2007 at the Sharon Temple which is located at 18974 Leslie Street,
Sharon, Ontario. Ms Stone requested that the Town of Aurora contribute the
funds to pay for marketing and for two laptop computers which will be first
place prizes in writing contests.
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Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the delegation be referred to staff and that the Leisure Services
Advisory Committee review the Town’s Grant Policy and bring back a
report on the possible expansion of the policy to include groups that don’t
fulfill the 80% residency requirements, however do provide significant
contribution to Aurora.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the request of the delegate for Contribution toward Words Alive -
Literary Festival anticipated to be held on September 29, 2007 be
received; and
THAT staff be requested to assist with advertising for this event in the
Town ‘s Notice Board.
CARRIED
c) Ms Amy Vermond, PR Representative of Playground Committee
Machell’s Corners Housing Co-operative Inc.
And Mr. Brian Remmy of Aurora Home Depot
Re: Item 7 - Rotary Club Donation to the Town of Aurora Notice of
Motion from Councillor Granger
Ms Amy Vermond of Machell’s Corners Housing Co-operative advised that
the community within the Machell’s Corners Co-operative lost its playground
several years ago, due to unsafe conditions and she advised that with the
help of the Home Depot Playground Build Program - Kaboom, the
community is organizing a one-day blitz on Thursday, July 19, 2007, to build
a playground. Ms Vermond advised that there is a large number of children
in this community and that the need for a playground to be constructed in
this area is very strong. She also added that there are many organizations
and volunteers who are assisting and contributing to this very worthy
initiative. Ms Vermond requested that the Town of Aurora support this
community event by contributing.
Mr. Brian Remmy of Aurora Home Depot commended the residents of
Machell’s Corners for their tremendous fundraising efforts and he advised
that Home Depot is happy to give back to the community and will be
providing many volunteers toward this project.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT item 7 be brought forward at this time.
CARRIED
7. Motion from Councillor Granger
Rotary Club Donation to the Town of Aurora
(Deferred from June 19, 2007 General Committee meeting - Item 22)
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT Council adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS this year the Rotary Club of Aurora will be donating 10% of the
profits back to the Town of Aurora from three community beer garden
special events, Celebrate Aurora, Canada Day and the Ribfest; and
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WHEREAS these moneys will be allocated to a general Town financial
account which can contribute to an overall surplus of funds that can be
recognized by the Treasurer;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council allocate $2,000 as a
donation towards the "CHFT Charitable Foundation-Machell's Corners
Park Fund"; and
THAT staff identify the source of funding.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the Procedural By-law be waived in order to bring forward By-law
4929-07.D.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4929-07.D BEING A BY-LAW to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 68
(York Region Catholic School Board) Wellington Street East
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the Procedural By-law be waived in order to bring forward By-law
4919-07.D.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4919-07.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend Bylaw 2213-78, as amended,
being the Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora Files: D09-
02-05 and D14-11-05 (15320 Bayview Avenue Holdings
Limited)
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT item 18 be brought forward at this time.
CARRIED
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18. LS07-025 – Ballymore Development (Bathurst) Corp.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council receive the correspondence from Ballymore Development
(Bathurst) Corp. as information; and
THAT condition #21 be amended to strike reference to indoor recreation
as shown on Schedule ‘A’.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT By-law 4927-07.D be brought forward for consideration at this point.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4927-07.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend Bylaw 2213-78, as amended,
being the Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora. Files D14-
04-04 and D12-04-1A (Part of Lot 71, Concession 1,
Bathurst Street and Bloomington Road)
CARRIED
X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Minutes No. 07-28 Tuesday, June 19, 2007
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 07-28, TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2007
(6) PL07-081 – Application for Minor Site Plan Approval
1530768 Ontario Inc.
Part Lot 86, Con. 1, Part 1, 65R-26049
File D11-04-07
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT report PL07-081 be received as information.
CARRIED
(14) LS07-022 – Aurora Heritage Centre – Results of Public Open House Meeting
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT based on the results of the Public Open House Meeting held May
31, 2007 at the Aurora Heritage Centre, staff be directed to proceed with
the preparation of tender documents and specifications and commence
the public tendering process for the proposed renovations of the Aurora
Heritage Centre.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT staff provide a schedule for renovations to Church Street School at
the July 17, 2007 Council meeting.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT a Terms of Reference for the Arts and Cultural Committee be
drafted and presented at the August 14, 2007 Council meeting.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the balance of the minutes of the General Committee Meeting 07-
28 be received and the recommendations contained therein be adopted.
CARRIED
Item 14 was brought forward for consideration at this point in the meeting.
14. ADM07-008 – Parking Lot Lighting Dispute – Mosaics Condominium and
Canadian Tire Corporation
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT Council direct that the Town take no further actions with regard to
the resolution of the lighting dispute between the Mosaics Condominium
Corporation and Canadian Tire Corporation as the dispute is a private
matter and the Town has no authority or obligation with regards to the
matter.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the traffic concerns raised at the meeting be referred to the Traffic
Safety Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT York Region Transit be requested to look at placing a YRT stop at
Murray Drive.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT staff be requested to provide assistance to residents regarding the
dispute resolution process with respect to the lighting issues at Mosaics
Condominium and Canadian Tire Corporation.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT staff be requested to provide an estimate for yearly operating costs
associated with assuming the responsibility for the maintenance of the
three lights which are currently under dispute between Mosaics
Condominium and Canadian Tire Corporation.
CARRIED
Councillor Buck left the meeting at 10:30 p.m.
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the meeting be extended past 10:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
CARRIED
2. CS07-025 – Council Pending List
(Deferred from June 19, 2007 General Committee Meeting - Item 18)
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT report CS07-025 be received for information purposes.
CARRIED
3. FS07-027 – 2007 First Quarter Operating Report
(Deferred from June 19, 2007 General Committee Meeting - Item 17)
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the budget adjustments as identified in Attachment 2 to report
FS07-027 be adopted.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the
recommendation, it was:
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT staff provide a complement report on the various vacancies as
shown in the First Quarter Report, and include it in the next Quarterly
Report at the August 14, 2007 Council meeting.
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED as amended
4. Correspondence from Councillor Buck
Re: Artificial Turf
(Tabled by Councillor MacEachern)
(Deferred from June 19, 2007 General Committee Meeting - Item 20)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the correspondence from Councillor Buck, regarding Artificial Turf,
be received for information.
CARRIED
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5. Correspondence from the Director of Corporate Services
Re: Item 4 – Correspondence from Councillor Buck regarding Comments
Made in Open Forum Pertaining to Artificial Turf
(Deferred from June 19, 2007 General Committee Meeting - Item 24)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the correspondence from the Director of Corporate Services - Item
4 - Correspondence from Councillor Buck regarding Artificial Turf, be
received for information.
CARRIED
6. Memo from the Acting Director of Public Works
Re: Hawthorne Lane Service Connections
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
(Deferred from June 19, 2007 General Committee Meeting - Item 21)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the memo from the Acting Director of Public Works, regarding
Hawthorne Lane Service Connections, be received for information.
CARRIED
8. EAC07-05 – Environmental Advisory Committee Minutes – June 7, 2007
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
June 7, 2007 meeting be received and the recommendations contained
therein be adopted.
CARRIED
Councillor McRoberts, having previously declared a pecuniary interest in item 9(9a), 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.
9. HAC07-04 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes – June 11, 2007
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the June
11, 2007 meeting be received and the recommendations contained therein
be adopted.
CARRIED
11. TSAC07-04 -Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Minutes – June 13, 2007
Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Wilson
(8) TSAC07-010 – Three Hour Parking
THAT report TSAC07-010 – Three Hour Parking be deferred to the July
17, 2007 Council meeting.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the balance of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
minutes from the June 13, 2007 meeting be received and the
recommendations contained therein be adopted.
CARRIED
15. Memorandum from CAO
Re: Gateway Signage - Ad Hoc Committee
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT a Gateway Signage - Ad Hoc Committee be formed, consisting of
the following staff and Council representatives:
• Economic Development Officer
• Councillor Granger
• Councillor Wilson
• Mayor Morris
CARRIED
16. ADM07-009 – York Region Northern 6 Municipalities Memorandum of
Understanding regarding Joint Waste Collection Contract
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Memorandum
of Understanding necessary for implementation of the York Region
Northern 6 Municipalities Waste Collection Contract in concert with the
other five municipalities of the Northern 6 Municipalities of York Region to
ensure administrative management of the contract; and
THAT a copy of this report, along with the Council extract, be sent to the
Clerks of the five other York Region Northern 6 Municipalities, being
Newmarket, Whitchurch-Stouffville, King, East Gwillimbury and Georgina.
CARRIED
17. LS07-024 – 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 Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the item be referred back to the Director of Leisure Services for
further review and to report back to the July 17, 2007 Council meeting with
an estimated cost for the maintenance of the proposed upgrades to
entrance features, landscaping and additional costing for the proposed
trash receptacles at the community mailbox areas on Town lands; and
THAT such report also advise if the Town is responsible for wooden
acoustic fencing on any other town owned lands, similar to that proposed
in this application.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the meeting be extended for an additional 15 minutes.
CARRIED
19. Correspondence from PowerStream
Re: PowerStream Head Office
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the item be referred to the Mayor and the CAO to review and come
back with recommendations to Council.
CARRIED
20. Correspondence from York Region 55+ Games
Re: Request for Support Towards 2007 Events
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the correspondence from York Region 55+ Games be received for
information.
CARRIED
21. Correspondence from Mariann Frappambino
Re: Parking Lot Safety Rules Update - Light of Christ Catholic School
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the correspondence from Mariann Frappambino be received for
information.
CARRIED
22. Correspondence from York Region
Re: Notice of Construction: North Richmond Hill Elevated Storage Tank - 50
to 100 Bloomington Road West, Aurora
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Marsh
THAT the correspondence from York Region be received for information.
CARRIED
23. Correspondence from M&M Meat Shops
Re: Letter of Appreciation for Supporting the 2007 M&M Meat Shops
Charity BBQ on May 12, 2007
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the correspondence from M&M Meat Shops be received for
information.
CARRIED
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24. Correspondence from Susan Walmer & Planning Committee,
Aurora Community Historica Fair
Re: Letter of Appreciation for Supporting the 2007 Historica Fair
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the letter of appreciation from Susan Walmer & Planning Committee
regarding the Historica Fair be received for information.
CARRIED
XI REGIONAL REPORT
No report was provided.
XII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION – COUNCILLORS
Councillor McRoberts suggested that it might be more efficient to establish an
“information and correspondence file” for the Councillors’ Office to allow all members of
Council to review and be aware pertinent information, without it going to Council
meetings for formal consideration. Mayor Morris advised that this initative could be
seen as less accessible for the public.
Councillor Granger gave notice of motion pertaining to operational budgetary
requirements for the Aurora Farmers Market.
XIII READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4917-07.D BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Blocks 26, 28,33,
35and 36, Plan 65M-3850, from the Part Lot Control
provisions as provided in subsection 50(5) of the
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended.
(Aspen Ridge Homes (Aurora) Ltd. D12-PLC-02-07)
4933-07.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law 3777-96-07.D -
Planning Delegation Authority
4930-07.C BEING A BY-LAW to confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting of June 26, 2007
CARRIED
NOTE: By-laws 4929-07.D, 4919-07.D and 4927-07.D were read three
times and enacted at an earlier point in this meeting.
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XIV CLOSED SESSION
Legal, Property, Security of Property and Personal Matters
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the Closed Session to consider legal, property, security of property
and personal matters, be deferred to the Special Council - Public Planning
meeting on Wednesday, June 27, 2007.
CARRIED
XV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:50 p.m.
CARRIED
_______________________________ ________________________________
PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR BOB PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK