MINUTES - Council - 20080624 TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 08-18
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Buck (left at
11:55 p.m.), Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Gallo,
Granger, MacEachern, McRoberts and Wilson.
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 and
Council/Committee Secretary.
Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 8:00 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor MacEachern declared an interest in closed session item 3 - due to
allegations which have been launched against her, 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 McRoberts declared a pecuniary interest in item 17 pertaining to the
Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan, by virtue of his residence being in the
affected 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 Wilson Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department,
with the following additional items, be approved:
Delegation b) Representative from the Ontario Power Authority to be
available for comment in relation to Delegation a) Northland Power Inc.
(at approximately 9:30 p.m.)
Delegation c) Mr. Gary Elgar, President Leeswood Design Build Inc.
Re: Item 1(13) - PL08-050 - Application for Site Plan Approval
Sarjeant-McKoy Holding Inc.
32 & 66 Don Hillock Drive
File D11-05-08
Revised Information
Re: Item 1(13) - PL08-050 - Application for Site Plan Approval
Sarjeant-McKoy Holding Inc.
32 & 66 Don Hillock Drive
File D11-05-08
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New Item 16 - Correspondence from Residents (as listed below)
Re: Ontario Power Authority - Power Generation Station
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
• Rocchina Morra
• Tony Morra
• Gus and Paula Badali
• Mario Giorgio
• Sue Walmer and John Green
• Lisa and Thomas Martin
• Richard Gray
New Item 17 - Correspondence from Mr. Andrew Pick
Re: Item 4(2) - TSAC - Speeding and Traffic Concerns on Fleury Street
CARRIED
III OPEN FORUM
Ms Sher St. Kitts advised that the Canada Day Parade and related events will be
taking place on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 and she encouraged residents to
participate in the events. Ms St. Kitts also advised that the parade needs more
participants and encouraged Aurora’s kids to decorate their bikes, boards,
wagons and scooters and join the parade.
Mr. William Shore of “Mega WHAT?” expressed concern regarding the Ontario
Power Authority’s proposal to construct a new Peaking Power Generation Facility
in York Region. Mr. Shore suggested to Council that this initiative would not be
necessary if we focused our resources on better management of electricity,
through improving home insulation, incentives for fuel efficient cars and the use
of wind and solar energy alternatives.
Mr. Thomas Martin, resident of Offord Crescent, advised that his home is the
closest in proximity to the proposed Peaking Power Facility on Bloomington
Road, and he expressed concern regarding the visual and environmental impact
on his home and family as a result of this project.
Ms Bonnie Kraft, resident of Offord Crescent, advised that her home is in close
proximity to the proposed Peaking Power Facility on Bloomington Road and she
expressed concerns regarding potential pollutants, environmental impact on Oak
Ridges Moraine lands and possibility of an increase in demand on the facility
resulting in increased operation. Ms Kraft requested that the Town of Aurora
oppose the proposed location on Bloomington Road and encourage Northland
Power Inc. to consider an alternative site.
IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of June 10, 2008, Meeting Number 08-17
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the Council minutes of June 10, 2008, meeting number 08-17 be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
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V PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of Certificates to Katimavik Volunteer Program Participants
Mayor Morris advised that two young Aurora residents participated in the 2007-
2008 Katimavik Program, which is a national youth volunteer service program
offering Canadians ages 17 to 21 years old the opportunity to see Canada's
diverse culture and take an active role in education and the arts through various
programs and activities. Mayor Morris awarded certificates of recognition to the
following participants:
Ms Bonnie Devine a graduate of Dr. G.W. Williams who worked with a group in
Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia; Grande Prairie, Alberta and Quebec City, Quebec,
as a teacher’s assistant, a support worker at a women’s shelter and at a charity
thrift store in Quebec.
Ms Ashley Lewis a graduate of Dr. G.W. Williams worked with a group in Prince
Albert, Saskatchewan; Drummondville, Quebec and Port Alberni, British
Columbia, working with art students at a local gallery, as a teaching assistant in a
public school, and in outdoor education.
VI PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Wilson advised that he recently attended the Greater Toronto Real
Estate Board Scholarship Awards and he congratulated Aurora resident,
Kathleen Brennen who received a scholarship of $5,000.
Councillor Granger advised that the Farmers’ Market is celebrating Red & White
Day and the Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 28, 2008.
Councillor Gaertner extended her congratulations to Councillor Granger for the
ongoing success of the Farmers’ Market, due to his dedication and hard work.
Councillor Collins-Mrakas advised that Belinda Stronach, MP for Aurora/
Newmarket, is hosting the third annual “From the Hill to the Grill” event at the
Seniors’ Centre on Thursday, June 26, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Mayor Morris advised that the next Mayor’s Blood Donor Clinic will be taking
place at the Town Hall on Friday, July 4, 2008 from 11:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m.
VII DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(13), 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and By-law 5036-08.C
were identified for discussion.
VIII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Gallo
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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3. HAC08-06 – June 9, 2008 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the June 9,
2008 meeting be received and the recommendations contained therein be
approved.
4. TSAC08-04 – June 11, 2008 Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
THAT the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
June 11, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations contained
therein be approved.
10. Correspondence from STORM Coalition
Re: Monitoring the Moraine
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
THAT the correspondence from STORM regarding Monitoring the Moraine
be received for information.
CARRIED
IX DELEGATIONS
DELEGATION (a) - Representatives from Northland Power Inc.
Re: Peak Power Generation (and)
DELEGATION (b) Mr. Brian Hay, Director of Corporate Communications &
Public Affairs for the Ontario Power Authority to be Available for Comment
in relation to Delegation a) Northland Power Inc.
(To Address Council Later in the Meeting - Approximately 9:30 p.m.)
(c) Mr. Gary Elgar, President Leeswood Design Build Inc.
Re: Item 1(13) - PL08-050 - Application for Site Plan Approval
Sarjeant-McKoy Holding Inc.
32 & 66 Don Hillock Drive, File D11-05-08
Mr. Elgar of Leeswood Design Build Inc. advised that he represents the
designers and builders of the proposed building to be constructed on lots 2
and 3 of Hallgrove Industrial Park. Mr. Elgar advised that, in response to
concerns raised by Council at the General Committee meeting held on June
17, 2008, with respect to the application, updated information and a revised
rendering have been submitted to Council to better illustrate the landscaping
and the façade for the proposed building. Mr. Elgar requested that Council
approve the site plan application in order to allow the applicant to proceed
with the construction process during the summer months.
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to item
1(13).
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT item 1(13) be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
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X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 08-26 Tuesday, June 17, 2008
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 08-26, TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2008
(13) PL08-050 – Application for Site Plan Approval
Sarjeant-McKoy Holding Inc.
32 & 66 Don Hillock Drive
File D11-05-08
(and Revised Information - as shown in the Additions to the Agenda)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT staff finalize any of the added issues with the applicant; and
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be directed to enter into a site plan agreement,
upon resolution of the outstanding matters.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the balance of the report of the General Committee Meeting No. 08-
26 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be
approved.
CARRIED
2. EAC08 -06 – June 5, 2008 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
(8) Town of Aurora Stormwater Ponds Vegetation & Wildlife Study – Letter
from Canadian Wildlife Service & Copy of Article in Landscape Architecture
Quarterly 2008 Winter Edition
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT it be recommended to Council that the letter from the Canadian
Wildlife Service and copy of article in Landscape Architecture Quarterly
2008 Winter edition regarding the Town of Aurora Stormwater Ponds
Vegetation & Wildlife Study be received.
CARRIED
(11) Request for Approval of EAC Committee Expenses
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT staff bring forward a suggested method for Advisory Committees to
streamline small accounting matters pertaining to reimbursement for
expenses incurred by the Committee.
DEFEATED
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Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT it be recommended to Council that approval be given to reimburse
Gordon Barnes in the amount of $353.96 for material for the 2008 Bird
Box Program and photocopy costs for 2008 Home Show public materials.
CARRIED
(9) Discussion regarding Pesticide/Herbicide Use in the Town of Aurora
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT it be recommended to Council that staff be requested to implement
a provision in the Pesticide By-law that would allow a permit to be issued
by the Town in extenuating circumstances; and
THAT the proposed revisions to the Pesticide By-law go directly to
Council.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the balance of the report of the Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting of June 5, 2008, be received and the recommendations carried by
the committee be approved.
CARRIED
5. PW08-019 – Introduction of a “Bag Tag” System
(Deferred from General Committee - June 17, 2008)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the report be referred to staff for further consideration to address
the following issues:
1) Staff contact Turtle Island to determine if 3 bags is the appropriate
number, given that garbage pick-up has gone from maximum of 3
per/week to 3 per every two weeks; and
2) Consideration be given to offering the tags for sale on an individual
basis, versus a bulk-buy, as proposed in the report; and
3) That staff consider a means of dealing with all excess garbage
generated in a “one-of” situation, for example “moving”; and
THAT the report be brought back to Council early in spring of 2009.
CARRIED
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6. CS08-027 – Council Pending List
(Deferred from General Committee - June 17, 2008)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT CS08-027 be received for information purposes.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Item NB9 regarding fill activities on the Dical property last summer,
remain on the pending list, subject to a report from the Building
Department.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Item AD4 on the pending list, regarding the Jack Woods Property,
be amended to reflect that the note indicating “Deferred until matter on
Hydro Building is resolved” be removed.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Item NB38 on the pending list, regarding secondary dwelling units,
be amended to reflect that a report is expected to be brought forward in
September, 2008.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT Item FS1 on the pending list, regarding a purchasing by-law
supplemental report, be amended to reflect that the report will be brought
to General Committee in September, 2008.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Item B1 regarding a new fitness centre, be removed from the
pending list.
CARRIED
The main motion was CARRIED AS AMENDED
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Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT Item 14 be brought forward for consideration at this time.
CARRIED
14. Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Development
Re: Item 1(17) Release for Registration
Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd.
Part of Lot 15, Concession 2, E.Y.S.
File D12-05-02A
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Planning and Development
advising of amendments made to sections 5 and 7 and schedules “J”, “K”
and “L” of the agreement for the release of registration for Brookvalley
Developments (Aurora) Ltd., be received for information; and
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision
Agreement between The Corporation of the Town of Aurora and
Brookvalley Developments (AURORA) Ltd. in accordance with the draft
approved conditions dated November 1, 2006, subject to the provision of
financial payments and securities as set out in Schedules "K" and "L" (as
amended) of the Agreement substantially in the form attached; and,
THAT amending By-law 5040-08.R be presented at a future meeting; and
THAT a warning clause be included in the homeowners’ Offer of Purchase
and Sale agreement advising of the potential for the construction of the
upgrade of the transmission towers and a peak generation plant on
Bloomington Sideroad.
CARRIED
DELEGATION (a) - Mr. Sam Mantenuto, Chief Operating Officer, Northland
Power Inc.
Re: Peak Power Generation
Mr. Sam Mantenuto, Chief Operating Officer, Northland Power Inc., provided a
detailed presentation outlining the proposal for a peaking generating facility that
can start up and shut down quickly to meet peak consumption and/or to provide
support to the power system in York Region. Mr. Mantenuto advised that the
peaking facility will only be used when demand is the greatest; or there are
reliability issues; or to support power system restoration of Northern York Region
in the event of a major transmission line failure. Mr. Mantenuto explained that the
plant will be mostly out of sight, the noise when fully operating would be similar to
normal conversation level, there will be no smell, emissions would be the same
natural gas as your home furnace, health effects would be the same as several
home gas furnaces and there will be no water used for power production.
Mr. Mantenuto advised that, based on forecasts of natural gas and electricity
market prices, it is anticipated the plant will not be operating 90% of the time,
therefore producing no emission while dormant, and that the maximum NOx
emissions from the proposed Aurora plant, when active, will be much lower at
ground level than the MOE ambient air quality criteria.
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Mr. Mantenuto further advised that the proposed location on Bloomington Road
is far away from residences, adding that the closest resident is over 500 m or
approximately 40 acres away from the subject lands and that this peaking power
generating facility will address not only local needs in Northern York Region, but
will help the province meet its overall system needs.
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the meeting be extended beyond 10:30 p.m.
CARRIED
DELEGATION (b) Mr. Brian Hay, Director of Corporate Communications & Public
Affairs for the Ontario Power Authority
Mr. Brian Hay, Director of Corporate Communications & Public Affairs for the
Ontario Power Authority, advised that the Ontario Power Authority will be
purchasing the power from the proposed Peaking Power Facility and that there
will be operators there 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to be able to turn on/off the
power as needed. Mr. Hay advised that there will be an Open House on
Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at Howard Johnson’s in Aurora from 4:00 p.m. to
9:00 p.m., and he suggested that interested parties should attend this information
session to find out more about the proposed project.
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the comments of the delegates be received.
CARRIED
8. Resolution from Town of East Gwillimbury
Re: Ontario Power Authority - Power Generation Station
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
9. Correspondence from “Mega-WHAT?”
Re: Ontario Power Authority - Power Generation Station
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
11. Correspondence from Northland Power Inc.
Re: Proposed Town of Aurora Peaking Generation Station
Notice of Commencement of an Environmental Screening
Process and Public Information Session
16. New Item 16 - Correspondence from Residents (as listed below)
Re: Ontario Power Authority - Power Generation Station - ADDED ITEM
(Tabled by Mayor Morris)
• Rocchina Morra
• Tony Morra
• Gus and Paula Badali
• Mario Giorgio
• Sue Walmer and John Green
• Lisa and Thomas Martin
• Richard Gray
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Council recessed at 11:13 p.m.
Council reconvened at 11:22 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT items 8, 9, 11 and 16, be received for information.
CARRIED
7. Memorandum from the CAO
Re: Ontario Power Authority Request for Proposals - Local Municipal
Responses
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
WHEREAS, input to the Ontario Power Authority (OPA), Request for
Proposal (RFP) process is due prior to June 30, 2008, and it is imperative
that Council communicate the Town’s position indicating whether the
Town of Aurora is a willing host or is not a willing host for the construction
of a 350 MW Gas Powered Generation Power Plant to be located in the
Town of Aurora; and
WHEREAS, there are at least two proponents that have expressed
interest in constructing a 350 MW Gas Powered Generation Power Plant
in the Town of Aurora; and
WHEREAS, the proponent of the 2nd site, at this time, wishes to retain
confidentiality of both their company name and their selected site, but
have agreed to permit the CAO for the Town of Aurora to inform Members
of Council of their site location and their company name, and as of
yesterday this is now known to Members of Council; and
WHEREAS, the OPA may view a non-decision of Council, on this issue,
as a willingness to accept a 350 MW Gas Powered Generation Power
Plant to be constructed on one of the proposed sites in the Town of
Aurora; and
WHEREAS, the OPA procurement process gives points if the site is
located within a willing host municipality; and
WHEREAS, a coal powered plant is incredibly polluting, yet based on
publications put out by the OPA, the proposed 350 MW Gas Powered
Generation Power Plant will generate as much as 40% of the pollutants
generated by a coal powered plant; and
WHEREAS, the two sites proposed in Aurora as the future location for a
350 MW Gas Powered Generation Power Plant are in close proximity to
established residential neighbourhoods; and
WHEREAS, it has been intimated that if Council does not welcome the
construction of the Power Plant, the alternative for Aurora will be overhead
high voltage power lines; and
WHEREAS, EMF’s continue to pose health concerns to both the residents
in our community and the experts in the health field:
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora does not
support construction of a 350 MW Gas Powered Generation Power Plant
in either site that has been selected within the Town of Aurora through the
OPA RFP process by Northland Power Inc. or Company “X”; and further
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THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora re-affirms the previously held
position that any new 230 KV feeders be underground through any urban
designated lands; and
THAT a copy of the resolution shall be sent to the Minister of the
Environment, Ontario Energy Board, the Regional Municipality of York and
the OPA.
On a recorded vote the motion was CARRIED.
YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, MacEachern, McRoberts,
Collins-Mrakas, Granger, Wilson and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Buck
Councillor Buck left the meeting at 11:55 p.m.
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the memorandum from the CAO regarding Ontario Power Authority
Request for Proposals - local municipal responses be received for
information.
CARRIED
12. PW08-029 – Award of Tender PW2008-28 – For the Replacement and
Upgrading of an Existing Storm Sewer
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Tender PW2008-28 – For the Replacement and Upgrading of an
Existing Storm Sewer be awarded to VM DiMonte Construction Ltd. at its
tendered price of $255,630.00, excluding GST; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the
attached Form of Agreement between the Town of Aurora and VM
DiMonte Construction Ltd. for the upgrading of an existing storm sewer.
CARRIED
13. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk
Re: Legal Opinion from Mr. George Rust D’Eye of Weir Foulds LLP
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services/Town
Clerk regarding the recommendations from Mr. George Rust D’Eye of
Weir Foulds LLP be deferred to the July 15, 2008 Council meeting.
CARRIED
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15. Memorandum from the Assistant Solicitor
Re: Municipal Access Agreement
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the attached
Municipal Access Agreement between the Town of Aurora and Atria
Networks LP to permit Atria Networks LP to install its equipment within
Town owned rights-of-way under the terms and conditions of the Municipal
Access Agreement.
CARRIED
Councillor McRoberts, having previously declared an interest in item 17, 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.
17. New Item 17 - Correspondence from Mr. Andrew Pick
Re: Item 4(2) - TSAC - Speeding and Traffic Concerns on Fleury Street
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the correspondence from Mr. Andrew Pick regarding speeding and
traffic concerns on Fleury Street be referred to the Director of Public
Works so that comments may considered in conjunction with the traffic
study impact analysis.
CARRIED
XI REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Morris advised that the train anti-whistling policy has been endorsed by
the Region of York.
Mayor Morris advised that an invasive species called the Emerald Ash Borer, is
expected to be moving into York Region’s forests over the next five years,
causing the potential destruction of roughly 7,500 ash trees. Mayor Morris
suggested that the Leisure Services Department do what they can to be
prepared for this and advised that financial support has been requested from the
Ministry of Agriculture to assist with the costs for removal and replacement of
damaged trees in York Region’s forests.
XII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION – COUNCILLORS
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT a Special General Committee meeting be held on Monday, July 14,
2008, at 7:00 p.m., to address the Priority List and to review the Terms of
Reference for the Downtown Secondary Plan.
CARRIED
Mayor Morris gave Notice of Motion with respect to amending the Procedural By-
law to include the recording of unanimous votes in the written minutes of Council
and Committee meetings.
Councillor Granger requested that the Mayor obtain information from the Region
of York regarding the 3% tax levy which is being proposed for Southlake
Regional Health Centre.
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Councillor Granger gave Notice of Motion with respect to storage for equipment
for the Aurora Farmers’ Market.
Mayor Morris, in response to a letter to the editor in a recent issue of a local
newspaper, asked staff to clarify several matters relating to the issue of the
median on Wellington Street.
XIII READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
5036-08.C BEING A BY-LAW to adopt a Code of Conduct for
Members of Council.
5037-08.C BEING A BY-LAW to adopt a Code of Conduct for
Members of Advisory & Statutory Committees.
5039-08.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law No. 2213-78, as
amended, being the Zoning By-law of the Town of
Aurora. (1472 Wellington Street East - File: D14-02-
08 - Imperial Oil)
5043-08.P BEING A BY-LAW to Regulate the Placement of
Newspaper Distribution Boxes on Highways
5041-08.C BEING A BY-LAW to confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting of June 24, 2008.
CARRIED
XIV CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
The Closed Session to consider the following matters was deferred to the next
meeting of Council:
• Legal Matter Re: Tax Regulation of Properties
• Legal Matter Re: Dical Property
• Legal Matter Re: Legal Opinion from PM Law
• Legal Matter Re: Disposition of Unopened Park Street
• Personal Matter Re: Correspondence from the Special Events Sub-
Committee
CARRIED
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XV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 12:15 a.m.
CARRIED
_______________________________ ________________________________
PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR BOB PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK