MINUTES - Council - 20100713
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 10-16
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Collins-
Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger, MacEachern, McRoberts,
and Wilson
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Gallo
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Customer and
Legislative Services/Town Clerk, Director of Legal
Services/Town Solicitor, Director of Building and By-law
Services, Director of Parks and Recreation Services,
Director of Planning and Development Services, Director
of Infrastructure and Environmental Services, Director of
Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer, and
Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Councillor MacEachern stated that she did not have a pecuniary interest however
she would not participate in the discussion of Items 26 and 27 as she was the
member of Council that filed the complaints.
II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Customer and Legislative Services
Department be approved with the following additions:
Delegation (c) Sher St. Kitts, Re: Aurora Jazz + Festival Concerns
Surrounding Logistics, Operations and Safety
During the Festival and Request to Waive Park Fees
For July 30 and 31
Delegation (d) Klaus Wehrenberg, Re: Item 13 - IES10-035
Train Anti-Whistle – Pedestrian Gates Design
Attachments to Item 2 - CAO10-012 – Yonge Street Entryway Sign
Replacement Project
Attachments:
Attachment #1 – Aurora Sign Concept 1
Attachment #2 – Signtel Concept 1
Attachment #3 – Taylormade Sign Concept 1
Attachment #4 – Taylormade Sign Concept 2
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Replacement Page 202 – Correction to “Conclusions” in bold
Item 16 – PR10-028 – 2010 Community Grant Requests – Additional
Requests
Additional Information to Item 17
PL10-046 – Zoning By-Law Amendment and Site Plan Applications
Robert Colagiacomo in Trust and 1769123 Ontario Inc.
222 and 244 Wellington St. E. and 230 and
236 Wellington St. E.
File Numbers: D14-01-10 and D11-11-08(A)
Additional Information to Item 19
PL10-048 – Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Antonio Picheca
15387 Yonge Street, Lot 15, Plan 5
File Numbers: D14-20-08 and D11-06-09
Additional Information to Items 26 and 27
Report to Council from Integrity Commissioner, David H. Tsubouchi,
Complaints #001 & #002
Additional Information to Item 29
Central York Fire Services – Joint Council Committee Minutes of
June 29, 2010
New Item 32 - Memorandum from Mayor Morris
Re: Support Request for the 10% - 2010 Contraband Objective
Campaign – Letter from the Canadian Convenience Stores
Association
Additional Correspondence from MacDonald Associates pc, Dated July
13, 2010, Regarding Items 26 and 27
CARRIED
III OPEN FORUM
Sher St. Kitts expressed concerns regarding the upcoming Aurora Jazz Festival that
will be sharing space with the Aurora Farmers Market on July 31, 2010. Ms. St. Kitts
requested that Town By-laws be enforced, specifically that vehicles not be allowed in
the park to ensure the safety of all in attendance.
Klaus Wehrenberg requested confirmation of the Town’s input regarding issues
surrounding the environmental study and transportation analysis for the road
widening and water main construction projects currently underway on St. John’s
Sideroad and Leslie Street. He urged consideration of traffic-free pedestrian
crossings and continuation of the north/south trail system. Mr. Wehrenberg stated
that the connectivity of natural areas and walkable communities had been addressed
in the Master Plan for over a decade.
Ajoy Dhanda, a taxi driver in the Town of Aurora, expressed his concerns regarding
illegal taxi cabs operating within the Town of Aurora. Mayor Morris addressed these
concerns and noted that a recent public meeting with members of the taxi industry
had been held and that the Town’s By-law Services are now ticketing illegal cabs.
The Director of Building and By-law Services noted that an enforcement strategy has
been developed and is underway in partnership with York Regional Police.
Robert Hayes appeared and inquired as to the membership and qualifications of
those who served on the Leisure Services Advisory Committee. He stated that he
wanted to discuss Mr. Tsubouchi’s report and commented on the termination of Mr.
Nitkin, the previous Integrity Commissioner. Mayor Morris noted that Mr. Nitkin’s
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contract was terminated prior to anyone viewing his report and that the linkage,
speculation, and assumption that Mr. Nitkin was terminated because of the content
of his report was very wrong. She stated that any issues outstanding prior to Mr.
Nitkin’s termination were to have been held in abeyance until a new Integrity
Commissioner was hired.
David Heard appeared on the matter of a possible moratorium on any complaints to
the Integrity Commissioner after August 1st of an election year and encouraged
Council not to implement such a moratorium.
IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the Council minutes of Tuesday, June 22, 2010 be adopted as printed
and circulated.
CARRIED
V PRESENTATIONS
None
VI DELEGATIONS
(a) Adrian Bulfon, Youth Councillor and Chelsea Campbell, Youth Councillor
Re: Youth Councillor Inaugural Program
Youth Councillor Bulfon stated that he and Youth Councillor Campbell were
here this evening to report back to Council and members of the community on
their experience as Youth Councillors. He wanted to thank Council for the
opportunity to participate and provide observations and suggestions in the
Inaugural Youth Councillor Program. Youth Councillor Bulfon advised that this
was a great experience. He said that the Program that was initially an
experiment to engage youth to participate in the local government process
should continue to encourage a new generation of leaders. Youth Councillor
Campbell noted suggestions regarding the selection process, orientation,
understanding process, youth councillor participation at Council, and
suggestions for future Youth Councillors. She said that she would provide the
details of the suggestions and recommendations to Council in written format.
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the comments of the delegates be received.
CARRIED
(d) Klaus Wehrenberg
Re: Item 13 – IES10-035 Train Anti-Whistle - Pedestrian Gates Design
Mr. Wehrenberg expressed concerns regarding the pedestrian gates at the
Cousins Drive crossing and urged Council to consider not only the pedestrian
gates but how pedestrians would cross safely. He suggested that AECOM
meet with the Town of Aurora’s engineering staff to address these issues. Mr.
Wehrenberg stated that in his opinion they should not be dealt with as
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separate, isolated issues, but together to ensure a safe pedestrian crossing at
this location.
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Item 13 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
13. IES10-035 – Train Anti-Whistle – Pedestrian Gates Design
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Council waive the purchasing by-law requirements for a competitive bid
and allow sole sourcing to AECOM Canada Ltd. being the authorized
consultant to Metrolinx (Go Transit) for $166,110 plus taxes for the pedestrian
gate design tender document preparation and site inspection at the Town’s
railway crossings; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the necessary
Agreements for the project.
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CARRIED
VII PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Morris thanked Sher St. Kitts for all of her work on the Canada Day
celebrations and the upcoming Aurora Jazz Festival. She also commended Shelley
Ware and the Parks and Recreation Services staff for their excellent work on
Canada Day.
Mayor Morris congratulated the seniors who competed and were very successful at
the 55+ Seniors Games. It was noted that many medals were won by these talented
participants in a variety of events.
Mayor Morris inquired about the use of Town buildings and facilities availability when
a heat advisory has been issued. The CAO stated that all Town buildings are open
and available to the public as cool-off stations.
Mayor Morris congratulated to the Aurora Youth Soccer Club 1996 girl’s recreation
team who recently participated and won the final at an event held in Italy. They went
unbeaten playing against top teams from Italy, Romania, Finland, Spain and USA.
Mayor Morris expressed birthday greetings to Ada Johnson who will turn 107 years
of age on July 17, 2010, and who is a relative of Councillor McRoberts. Mayor Morris
advised that a certificate of congratulations will be sent out to Ms. Johnson as well.
VIII DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1, 3, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30 and 32 were
identified as items requiring separate discussion.
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IX ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Items 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 28, and 31 were identified as items not
requiring separate discussion.
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:
2. CAO10-012 – Yonge Street Entryway Sign Replacement Project
THAT Council receive report CAO10–012; and
THAT Council award the contract for the installation of two entryway signs at
Yonge Street and Bloomington Sideroad and Yonge Street and St. John’s
Sideroad to Aurora Sign Inc. at $6,075 per sign, plus applicable taxes and
permit fees, as illustrated in Attachment #1; and
THAT Council expand the scope of work to include the removal and
replacement of one additional entryway sign located at Wellington Street and
Bathurst Street and the removal and disposal of the existing entryway signs
on Yonge Street at Allaura Boulevard and Orchard Heights Boulevard,
respectively; and
THAT Council expand the previously approved budget from $20,000 to a total
of $26,000 funded from municipal capital reserve to accommodate the third
sign.
4. BBS10-008 – Harmonized Sales Tax (H.S.T.) Taxicab Fares Rate Increase
THAT Council approve an increase of taxicab fares found within Appendix “A”
to Schedule 13 of Licensing By-law No. 4258-01.P as a result of the
implementation of the Harmonized Sales Tax.
5. CFS10-026 – 2011 Budget Preparation and Draft Council Review Meeting
Schedule
THAT staff proceed to develop the 2011 operating and capital budgets
following the general principles and directions outlined in Staff Report CFS10-
026; and
THAT the proposed 2011 Budget preparation and Special General Committee
review meeting schedule be received; and
THAT the Town Clerk be directed to formally schedule the Special General
Committee meetings for purposes of Budget Review set out in Attachment #2.
6. CFS10-027 – Interim Operating Budget Forecast – as at May 31, 2010
THAT the overview of results of operations for the five-month period through
to May 31, 2010 and the forecast to end of year report from Management be
received.
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8. CLS10-018 – Joint Compliance Audit Committee By-law
THAT Council enact a by-law to establish a Joint Compliance Audit
Committee.
10. IES10-032 – Acceptance of Municipal Services – Aurora Gardens
Subdivision – Registered Plan 65M-3222
THAT Council accept the municipal services contained within Registered
65M-3222 being Aurora Gardens Subdivision as detailed in Report No.
IES10-032; and
THAT Council enact By-law No. 5260-10 for the assumption of the subject
municipal services; and
THAT the Director of Infrastructure & Environmental Services be authorized
to issue a Certificate of Acceptance of public works for said lands as required
under Section 3.12 of the Subdivision Agreement; and
THAT the Treasurer be directed to release the municipal servicing securities
held in relation to this part of the Aurora Gardens Subdivision.
12. IES10-034 – Award of Tender No. IES2010-42 – Hardscaping Improvements,
Library Square
THAT Tender No. IES2010-42 – Hardscaping Improvements, Library Square,
be awarded to Forest Ridge Landscaping Inc. at the tendered price of
$108,762 plus applicable HST; and
THAT the budget surplus of $27,612 be returned to source; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the necessary
Agreements for the project.
19. PL10-048 – Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Antonio Picheca
15387 Yonge Street
Lot 15, Plan 5
File Numbers D14-20-08 and D11-06-09
THAT Implementing Zoning By-law 5262-10 be enacted to amend the existing
“Special Mixed Density Residential (R5-12) Exception Zone” to permit a
personal service shop as an additional permitted use, a reduced parking
standard and site specific development standards; and
THAT subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, Site Plan
Application D11-06-09 be approved to permit the construction of a two-storey
commercial building; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Site Plan
Agreement.
20. Correspondence from the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville
Re: York Region Courts for Provincial Offences – Proposed Amendments to
Inter-Municipal Agreement (J00)
THAT Council receive the correspondence.
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21. Correspondence from Bob Callow, Chair
Re: Aurora Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast Committee
THAT the letter dated June 21, 2010 from Mr. Callow be received; and
THAT the Town of Aurora Council recognize and endorse the Aurora Mayor’s
Prayer Breakfast taking place on November 9, 2010.
23. Memorandum from Mayor Morris
Re: Letter from Aurora Chamber of Commerce regarding the 15th Annual
Aurora Chamber Street Festival
THAT the letter from the Aurora Chamber of Commerce regarding the 15th
Annual Aurora Chamber Street Festival be received.
24. Memorandum from Mayor Morris
Re: Letter from Mayor R. Bonnette of the Town of Halton Hills regarding Motion:
Request to Province to Cover all Appeal Costs to the Ontario Municipal
Board for Growth Plan Conformity Exercises
THAT the letter from Mayor R. Bonnette be received; and
THAT Council endorse the recommendations regarding Motion: Request to
Province to Cover All Appeal Costs to the Ontario Municipal Board for Growth
Plan Conformity Exercises.
28. Memorandum from the Director of Building and By-law Services
Re: OSPCA York Branch Ringworm Update
THAT Council receive the memo dated July 13, 2010 regarding the Ontario
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) York Branch
Ringworm Update.
31. Adoption of Recommendations from Closed Session Meeting of April 27, 2010
THAT the recommendations from the Closed Session meeting of Council
held on April 27, 2010 regarding the following matter be approved:
1) Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including
communications necessary for that purpose; Re: Aurora Gardens
Development Corp. Ltd., Proposed Assumption by the Town of
Subdivision 65M-3222.
Adoption of Recommendations from Closed Session Meeting of June 15, 2010
THAT the recommendations from the Closed Session meeting of Council held
on June 15, 2010 regarding the following matter be approved:
1) Labour relations or employee negotiations; Re: CUPE Negotiations – Update and Direction.
CARRIED
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X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
15. PR10-020 – Aurora Soccer Club Renewal of Lease
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to renew the existing lease with
the Aurora Soccer Club (ASC) for a further five (5) year term in accordance
with section 3(2) of the existing Agreement.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
17. PL10-046 – Zoning By-Law Amendment and Site Plan Applications
Robert Colagiacomo in Trust and 1769123 Ontario Inc.
222 and 244 Wellington St. E and 230 and 236 Wellington St. E.
File Numbers D14-01-10 and D11-11-08(A)
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Implementing Zoning By-law 5264-10 be enacted to rezone the subject
lands from “Rural General (RU) Zone” to “Service Commercial (C3-17)
Exception Zone” and to amend the lands zoned “Service Commercial (C3-17)
Exception Zone” to permit site specific commercial uses, offices, clinics and
retail uses and including site specific development standards and a reduced
parking standard; and
THAT subject to any issues or comments raised by Council and subject to the
approval of the cross easements and lot line adjustment applications as
discussed in this report by the Committee of Adjustment; Site Plan
Application (D11-11-08 (A)) be approved to permit the construction of two
additional buildings within the existing commercial office development; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Site Plan
Agreement.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Buck, Collins-Mrakas, Granger, MacEachern,
McRoberts, Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Gaertner
Councillor Gallo was absent.
1. CAO10-011 – Offer to Purchase from Metrolinx (Go Transit) for Road Allowance
Known as Ross Street
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the Offer to Purchase Agreement between the Town and Metrolinx be
approved in the form attached to Report CAO10-011 and that the Mayor and
Clerk take all actions and execute all necessary documentation in connection
with the sale of Ross Street; and
THAT Council enact By-law 5206-10 to declare as surplus, close and sell
Ross Street on Plans 17 and 68.
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On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger,
MacEachern, McRoberts, Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Buck
Councillor Gallo was absent.
3. CAO10-013 – Advisory Committee Accomplishments
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT report CAO10-013 be received.
CARRIED
7. CLS10-017 – Pending List
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT Item NB78 be deleted, item completed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Item NB81 be deleted, item completed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Item NB80 be deleted, item completed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT report CLS10-017 be received as amended.
CARRIED
9. IES10-031 – Bloomington Road Reconstruction – Bathurst Street
to Yonge Street – Sidewalk/Bikeway and Illumination
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council authorize that the Regional detailed design of Bloomington
Road Reconstruction be revised to delete the sidewalk, illumination, and off-
road bikeway from Yonge Street to Bayview Avenue; and
THAT Council authorize funding for the construction of sidewalk, off-road
bikeway, and illumination on Bloomington Road between Bathurst Street and
Yonge Street per Capital Project No. 31056 at a budget of $644,000; and
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THAT the funding of $75,000 for Capital Project No. 31038 for a needs
assessment be returned to the appropriate reserve fund.
CARRIED
Councillor McRoberts assumed the Chair at 10:21 p.m. and relinquished the Chair to Mayor
Morris at 10:27 p.m.
11. IES10-033 – Funding Increase for Pavement Markings
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT Council authorize the increase to purchase order No. 2009-000-393 for
KDN Pavement Markings Ltd. from $49,000 to $115,000 excluding taxes to
extend the existing pavement marking services contract PW2009-37.
CARRIED
14. LGL10-003 – Amending the Council Code of Conduct Complaint Protocol
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Council receive Report No. LGL10-003; and
THAT Council enact By-law 5263-10, being a By-law to amend the Council
Code of Conduct, to amend Part B: Formal Complaint Procedure – Integrity
Commissioner, as contained within section 12 of the Council Code of Conduct
(Compliance with the Code - Complaint Protocol), to provide for any formal
complaints received after August 1 of an election year to be held in
abeyance until the new Council is organized; and
THAT the Integrity Commissioner be requested to review the adopted
Code of Conduct and provide recommendations to the incoming
Council.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger,
MacEachern, McRoberts, Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Buck
Councillor Gallo was absent.
16. PR10-028 – 2010 Community Grant Requests – Additional Requests
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the 2010 Community Grant requests received from Ms Annie Wang,
the Aurora Skating Club, the Aurora Seniors Association and the Wells Street
School Council be approved in the amount of $2,502.30.
CARRIED
Councillor Buck left the meeting at 11:10 p.m.
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18. PL10-047 – Aurora Promenade Streetscape Plan and Related “Downtown –
Core Area” Capital Works
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council authorize the expenditure of a maximum of $20,000 for an
“Aurora Promenade Streetscape Design and Implementation Plan”, to be
funded from the discretionary Council contingency account; and
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 0
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger,
MacEachern, McRoberts, Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: None
Councillors Buck and Gallo were absent.
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council authorize the expenditure of $30,000 for the Quick Wins
initiatives and improvements in the Promenade Area to be funded from the
Whitwell financial contribution.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 6 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Granger, MacEachern, McRoberts,
Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Councillors Buck and Gallo were absent.
22. Memorandum from Mayor Morris
Re: Recipients of the 2010 Town of Aurora Governance Awards
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Council receive the Memorandum from Mayor Morris regarding
Recipients of the 2010 Town of Aurora Governance Awards.
CARRIED
25. Memorandum from Councillor MacEachern
Re: Notice of Motion Provided at June 15, 2010 General Committee Meeting
Re: Meeting Attendance Record
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Council direct staff to prepare a report that reflects member attendance
at all General Committee, Special General Committee, Council, Special
Council and Closed Session Meetings; and
THAT the report be included on the August or September 2010 Council
agenda.
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On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 4 NAYS: 3
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Granger, MacEachern, and Mayor
Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Collins-Mrakas, McRoberts and Wilson
Councillors Buck and Gallo were absent.
26. Memorandum from John D. Leach, Director of Customer & Legislative
Services/Town Clerk
Re: Report to Council from Integrity Commissioner, David H. Tsubouchi,
Complaint #001
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the Report to Council regarding Complaint #001 from Integrity
Commissioner, David H. Tsubouchi, dated July 3, 2010 be deferred to the next
meeting.
CARRIED
27. Memorandum from John D. Leach, Director of Customer & Legislative
Services/Town Clerk
Re: Report to Council from Integrity Commissioner, David H. Tsubouchi,
Complaint #002
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the Report to Council regarding Complaint #002 from Integrity
Commissioner, David H. Tsubouchi, dated July 3, 2010 be deferred to the next
meeting.
CARRIED
29. Memorandum from the Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk
Re: Central York Fire Services – Joint Council Committee Minutes of
June 29, 2010
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT Council receive and endorse the recommendations of the Central York
Fire Services Joint Council Committee.
CARRIED
30. EDAC10-04 – Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes of June 10, 2010
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting minutes of
the June 10, 2010 meeting be received.
CARRIED
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32. Memorandum from Mayor Morris
Re: Support Request for the 10% – 2010 Contraband Objective Campaign –
Letter from the Canadian Convenience Stores Association
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT Council receive the letter from the Canadian Convenience Stores
Association.
CARRIED
XI REGIONAL REPORT
York Regional Council Highlights – July 13, 2010 Mayor’s Report
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the Regional Report be received.
CARRIED
XII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION – COUNCILLORS
Mayor Morris inquired as to when information regarding the ownership of lands
located at Yonge and Wellington on the southwest corner to the Temperance Street
parkette would be available as this information is required for the Downtown
Revitalization Committee (Yonge & Wellington Corridor Study Steering Committee).
Mayor Morris asked Council if the August 17 Council date should be changed to
August 10 to accommodate those who may wish to attend the AMO Conference.
Mayor Morris suggested that a Special Meeting could be called on August 10, 2010
and that the August 17 meeting could be cancelled.
XIII CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Council resolve into a Closed Session, following adjournment, to
consider:
1. Litigation or potential litigation, regarding the Stronach Aurora Recreation
Complex, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the
municipality or local board;
Re: Bondfield v. The Town
The Town v. Bondfield, NORR and Aveiro
The Town v. Zurich
2. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land for municipal or
local board;
Re: Proposed Lease of 215 Industrial Parkway to Department of
National Defense
3. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board;
Re: Westhill Redevelopment Company Limited, Ontario Municipal Board
Appeal
CARRIED
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Rise and report from Closed Session 12:40
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT subject to Treasury Board approval, Council authorizes the Mayor and
the Town Clerk to execute the lease agreement with the Federal Government
of Canada to lease 215 Industrial Parkway South based on the terms outlined
in report number IES10-030 and the proposed lease agreement, provided the
impact on insurance premiums and the provision of a fire security system and
final inspection of property by National Defence are favourable; and
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with awarding a tender for a fire
security system with an upset limit of $100,000; and
THAT Council approve the funding required for preparations to the facility for
occupancy and operating funds as per the proposed lease agreement.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 0
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger,
MacEachern, McRoberts, Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: None
Councillors Buck and Gallo were absent.
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Council receive the memorandum dated July 13, 2010 from the
Director of Legal Services; and
THAT Council direct the Town Solicitor to retain the services of Rodney V.
Northey of Fogler, Rubinoff LLP as co-council for the purpose of the
upcoming OMB appeal hearing brought by Westhill Redevelopment Company
Limited.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 6 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Granger, MacEachern, McRoberts,
Wilson, and Mayor Morris
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Councillors Buck and Gallo were absent.
XIV READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
5206-10 BEING A BY-LAW to declare as surplus,
close and sell Ross Street to Metrolinx
(Report CAO10-011)
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5259-10 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint a Joint
Compliance Audit Committee
(Report CLS10-018)
5260-10 BEING A BY-LAW to assume above
ground and below ground municipal services,
to establish certain lands as highways, and to
assume highways (Aurora Gardens Subdivision)
(Report IES10-032)
5261-10 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking
By-law 4574-04.T, as amended, with
respect to stopping on Mavrinac
Boulevard
5262-10 BEING A BY-LAW to amend
Zoning By-law No. 2213-78, as amended
(15387 Yonge Street)
(Report PL10-048)
5263-10 BEING A BY-LAW to amend the Council
Code of Conduct (as amended)
(Report LGL10-003)
5264-10 BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law
5130-09.D and Zoning By-law No. 2213-78,
As amended (222, 230, 236 and 244
Wellington Street East)
(Report PL10-046)
5266-10 BEING A BY-LAW to amend the Town’s
Business Licensing By-law relating to
Taxicab Meter Rates
(Report BBS10-008)
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the following listed confirming by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd
readings, and enacted:
5265-10 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions
Council Resulting from Council Meeting
10-16 on July 13, 2010
CARRIED
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Page 16 of 16
XV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Wilson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 12:45 a.m.
CARRIED
_______________________________ ________________________________
PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR JOHN D. LEACH, TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING 10-16 WERE APPROVED AT COUNCIL ON
TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2010.