MINUTES - General Committee - 19990204
TOWN OF AURORA
General Committee Meeting No. 02-99
Council Chambers Time: 7:30 p.m.
Aurora Town Hall Thursday, February 4, 1999
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Councillor Healy in the Chair; Mayor Jones,
Councillors Hartwell, Hinder and Hogg.
Councillor Morris was absent on vacation.
Councillors West, McKenzie, and Griffith were absent
due to illness.
OTHER ATTENDEES Acting Chief Administrative Officer/Director of
Corporate Services, Director of Planning, Director of
Building Administration, Director of Leisure Services,
Director of Public Works, Fire Chief, Treasurer,
Revenue Co-ordinator, and Council/Committee
Secretaries.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mayor Jones declared an interest in certain aspects of Report PL99-010-024 - Planning
Application No. 20 regarding 610645 Ontario Ltd. (Timberlane Tennis Club) due to
membership with same, and did not take part in or vote on any questions in these
regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#1. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as outlined herein with the following additions:
• LACAC/Community Core Review Committee Joint Report.
• Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report No. LSAC99-02.
• Community Heritage Ontario Newsletter re: A New Approach to
Heritage District Guidelines.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
David Falconer, Chair, Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
R E P O R T
General Committee Report No. 02-99 Page 2
Thursday, February 4, 1999
Committee re: Designation of a Heritage Conservation District in Aurora
Mr. David Falconer, Chair of Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
(LACAC) advised the Committee of a recommendation tabled tonight from the joint
LACAC/Community Core Review Committee recommending that Council approve the
funding for a feasibility study for a Heritage Conservation District in the Town of Aurora.
Mr. Falconer advised that he was informed that the cost for a feasibility study for a
heritage district in the Towns of Markham, Oakville, and Cambridge ranged between
$50,000 - $65,000. He indicated that when the Committees met on January 18, 1999,
information on the exact cost for a feasibility study was not available to them.
Accordingly, he suggested that Council defer the recommendation for a feasibility study
until he has the opportunity to examine the cost for the feasibility study for the heritage
district in Aurora and other means of funding, maybe a provincial grant or a co-op/co-ed
program. Mr. Falconer informed the Committee that he would report back to the
LACAC/Community Core Review Committee with the information.
#2. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with the LACAC/Community Core Review Committee Joint
Report.
CARRIED
PRESENTATIONS
Barb Cribbett, Treasurer re: Bill 79 – 10-5-5 Cap
The Treasurer provided an overview of Bill 79 and the impact to Aurora of the 10-5-5
cap on multi-residential, commercial and industrial classes for the 1998 to 2000 taxation
years. She reviewed each of the Optional Tools available and gave a synopsis of how
they would apply in Aurora. A comparison of the 1998 billed taxes utilizing each of the
Options before and with 10-5-5 cap for all nine area municipalities was reviewed in
detail. The Treasurer explained the inter-municipal shift of tax dollars among the area
municipalities in the Region under the various scenarios. The impact of a potential
Regional buydown to offset potential tax increases was explained.
The Treasurer informed the Committee that recommendation has been made to York
Region Finance Committee to adopt the 10-5-5 capping tool alone to meet the
provisions of Bill 79. The Region has requested that all area municipalities respond as
to their respective positions regarding the 1998 tax policy decisions required under Bill
79. She also advised that staff would be seeking Council approval of the issuance of
the Interim Tax Billing to the uncapped (residential) classes in a report to Council on
February 10, 1999.
The Committee inquired about the Division “B” and “C” – 10-5-5 capping tool; the impact
on commercial and industrial properties, graduated tax bands; inter-municipal shifts, the
decision delegating the Region the authority to choose the tax policy options and
communicating this information to the affected businesses in the Town of Aurora.
Mayor Jones advised that at the Region Finance and Administration Committee Meeting
to be held on February 18, 1999 there would be a public portion of the meeting
regarding Bill 79, allowing an opportunity for input from the business community.
#3. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the presentation be received as information.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority re:
East Holland River Subwatershed Plan
General Committee Report No. 02-99 Page 3
Thursday, February 4, 1999
The Committee enquired about the allocation of $25,000 for Aurora’s portion in the
subwatershed plan and the benefit of this initiative to Aurora. Concern was expressed
with the cost sharing and Aurora’s proportion in this Plan.
#4. Moved by Mayor Jones Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the correspondence be referred to Staff to report on the benefits of
the study and the allocation of the funding for Aurora’s share in this Plan.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Manager of Human Resources re:
By-law 3351-91 (Smoking within Municipal Premises) Review
The Committee discussed the impact of prohibiting smoking in buildings that are leased
or licensed/rented. The Director of Leisure Services advised that this may financially
impact rentals of these buildings.
#5. Moved by Mayor Jones Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to Staff to consult with
APFFA and CUPE on the proposed smoking prohibition in municipal
workplaces including vehicles and to report back to Council.
CARRIED
ADVISORY AND AD HOC COMMITTEE COMMUNICATIONS
Business Development Committee Report No. BDC99-01
January 20, 1999 Business Development Committee Meeting
#6. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
That the contents of the Record 01-99 of the Business Development
Committee be received as information.
CARRIED
Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report No. LSAC99-001
December 3, 1998 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
#7. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the Aurora Woodlands Study and Management Plan be received as
information and further;
THAT the Committee endorse the plan and all respective activities as
outlined.
CARRIED
Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report No. LSAC99-002
January 21, 1999 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
#8. Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the minutes of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee held on
January 21, 1999 be received as information;
THAT staff be directed to work with the Highview Playground Project
Committee to gather additional information on the project and report back
to the Leisure Services Advisory Committee at the February meeting;
General Committee Report No. 02-99 Page 4
Thursday, February 4, 1999
THAT a Sub-committee of Leisure Services Advisory Committee be
formed to begin the Ice Allocation Review process, as outlined on the
revised critical path; and
THAT the Community Recognition Awards Program revised criteria be
approved and further that the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
become the Selection Committee.
CARRIED
LACAC/Community Core Review Committee Joint Report
January 18, 1999, LACAC/Community Core Review Committee Joint Meeting
#9. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT Council direct staff to prepare a Zoning By-law amendment, in a
timely fashion, that would strengthen the By-law and more accurately
reflect the Official Plan guidelines, with respect to building heights and
related policies; and
THAT both the Community Core and the LACAC Committees be provided
with copies of the Staff Report and By-law which will be prepared,
pertaining to the changes in The Tenant Protection Act.
CARRIED
Delegation of David Falconer, Chair, Local Architectural Conservation Advisory
Committee re: Designation of a Heritage Conservation District in Aurora; and
Newsletter from Community Heritage Ontario re: A New Approach to Heritage District
Guidelines
#10. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the delegate be requested to further examine the methods of
implementing a Heritage Conservation District in the Town of Aurora and
provide additional information through a future Committee Report.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
PL99-010-024 - Planning Applications Status List
#11. Moved by Councillor Hinder Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the Planning Applications Status List be received as information
with the exception of Planning Application No. 20 regarding 610645
Ontario Ltd. (Timberlane Tennis Club).
CARRIED
#12. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT Planning Application No. 20 regarding 610645 Ontario Ltd.
(Timberlane Tennis Club) be received as information.
General Committee Report No. 02-99 Page 5
Thursday, February 4, 1999
CARRIED
Mayor Jones having previously declared an interest in application No. 20 of this Report,
did not take part in the vote called for in this regard.
PL99-011-025 - Update Report
Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
Bayview Wellington Developments Inc.
Bayview Wellington North Subdivision
Part Lots 84 & 85, Concession 1 E.Y.S.
D09-07-95, D14-14-95
#13. Moved by Mayor Jones Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT Report PL99-011-025 be received as information.
CARRIED
TR99-004-026 - 1999 Capital Budget
The Committee was advised that the Treasury Department request for $25,000 for the
information technology was withdrawn, as it was no longer required. In response to the
inquired about the need for a vehicle for the Deputy Fire Chief, the Fire Chief advised
that this vehicle would be replacing a vehicle used by the previous Deputy Fire Chief for
emergency response calls. The committee inquired about the renovations cost and
usage of the McMahon Community Building and Victoria Hall, the cost for the Town
Park Master Plan, and funding for the radar board. The Director of Leisure Services
advised that the fixtures and flooring in the McMahon Community Building are in need
of repairs and structural improvement. It was noted that the Tennis Club who operated
on the lower level of the building has agreed to pay 15% of the renovation costs. The
Committee was also advised that the washrooms in Victoria Hall are in need of repairs
and that the building needs a face lift.
#14. Moved by Mayor Jones Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the 1999 Capital Budget including expenditures totalling
$8,334,653.00 be approved.
Upon the question of the adoption of the portion of the proposed budget respecting the
renovations to the community buildings it was:
CARRIED
Upon the question of the adoption of the portion of the proposed budget respecting the
acquisition of a vehicle for the use by the Deputy Fire Chief it was:
CARRIED
Upon the question of the adoption of the balance of the budget as proposed it was:
CARRIED
OTHER MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
Budget Committee Meeting, February 17, 1998
The Committee determined that due to a conflict with the schedules of certain Council
members with the date of the Budget Committee Meeting scheduled for February 17,
1999, this meeting has been rescheduled to February 18, 1999 at 6:30 p.m.
IN CAMERA
General Committee Report No. 02-99 Page 6
Thursday, February 4, 1999
Property Acquisition Matter
#15. Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT this Committee proceed In Camera to address a property
acquisition matter.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#16. Moved by Mayor Jones
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
CARRIED
(THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 02-99 WAS
CONSIDERED AND ADOPTED BY COUNCIL AT ITS MEETING HELD ON
FEBRUARY 10, 1999 WITH THE EXCEPTION OF RECOMMENDATION NO. 4
WHICH WAS AMENDED to indicate that $25,000 be allotted from the Municipal Capital
Reserve to fund the Study for South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority
Subwatershed Plan. RECOMMENDATION NO. 14 WAS DISCUSSED AND ADOPTED
AS SUBMITTED)
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T. JONES, MAYOR L. ALLISON, MUNICIPAL CLERK