MINUTES - General Committee - 20000620 TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
REPORT
NO. 11-00
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, June 20, 2000
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Councillor McKenzie in the Chair; Councillors Griffith,
Hartwell, Healy, Hinder, Hogg, West and Mayor
Jones.
Councillor Morris was absent due to a business
commitment.
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate
Services/Town Clerk, Director of Planning, Director of
Building Administration, Director of Leisure Services,
Director of Public Works, Fire Chief, Treasurer,
Solicitor and Council/Committee Secretary.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest
Act.
II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented with the following additions:
Delegation Requests from Michael Perley, Ontario Campaign for
Action on Tobacco, Tely Spasopoulos, Trio Restaurant, Lee Rombos,
Purple Pig Restaurant and Ken White, Royal Canadian Legion re:
Proposed No Smoking By-law.
Delegation Request from Fiona Gagnier, Resident re: Traffic on Irwin
Avenue.
Attachment for Report SRC00-03 re: York Region No Smoking By-law
Task Force Timeline.
CARRIED
III DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 11, 12, 15 and 16 were identified for discussion.
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IV ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Hartwell Seconded by Councillor Hogg
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:
5. CS00-029 - Horse Riding Establishments By-law
THAT this status report be received as information and that the Town
continue to seek support from the Province to enact applicable Provincial
Legislation.
6. PL00-065 - Site Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
Applications, 919179 Ontario Limited
Former Baldwin Feed Mill Lands
120-124 Wellington Street East and Centre Street
D11-03-00, D14-15-98, D14-26-96
THAT, subject to the submission of all fees and securities, Council
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to enter into a site plan agreement between
919179 Ontario Limited and the Town of Aurora to permit the renovation
of the existing building on the lands at 120-124 Wellington Street East, in
conjunction with related parking and landscaping works, and
THAT implementing By-law 4193-00.D be scheduled for enactment at the
next available Council Meeting.
7. PL00-066 - Site Plan Application
Emmanuel Convalescent Foundation
Part Lot 25, Concession 2 EYS, 1335 St. John's Sideroad
D11-04-00
THAT Report PL00-066 be received as information; and,
THAT, subject to a satisfactory review by the Site Plan Committee, the
Director of Planning be authorized to execute a site plan agreement
between Emmanuel Convalescent Foundation and the Town of Aurora
respecting the addition to an institutional building located at 1335 St.
John's Sideroad.
9 PL00-068 - Zoning By-law Amendment
Bayview Wellington North Inc.
South Side of St. John's Sideroad
West of Ontario Hydro Corridor
File No. D14-14-95
THAT Council enact the site specific Zoning By-law No. 4191-00.D, being
a by-law to rezone the subject lands, to implement draft approved Plan of
Subdivision 19T-88060 at the next available Council meeting.
10. PL00-069 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Peter Rankel/Monopoli Financial Solutions
15054 Yonge Street
D14-10-00
THAT implementing By-law 4194-00.D be scheduled for enactment at the
next available Council Meeting.
13. Region of York, re: Notice of Filing of Addendum -
Class Environmental Assessment - St. John's Sideroad,
Yonge Street to Woodbine Avenue
THAT the correspondence be received as information
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14. Nokiidaa Minutes of the Tuesday, June 6th, 2000 meeting
THAT the correspondence be received as information
CARRIED
V DELEGATIONS
Representatives from the Oak Ridges Lions Clubs re:
Presentation Towards the Smoking Alarm and Carbon
Monoxide Campaign
Fire Chief Hunwicks advised the Committee that representatives from the Oak
Ridges Lions Club were not in attendance at the meeting.
Petra Wiedemann, Graystones Restaurant re:
Proposed No Smoking By-law
Petra Wiedemann, owner of the Graystones Restaurant stated that she does not
support the proposed Region's Model No Smoking Bylaw with respect to a
complete ban in all foodservice establishments because the impact on business
would be devastating. She suggested a number of options that could be
considered that would help operators comply with a new non-smoking by-law that
would be effective.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
Joe Badali, Jersey Joe's Restaurant, re:
Proposed No Smoking By-law
Joe Badali, owner of Jersey Joe's Restaurant expressed his concerns with
respect to the Region of York Model No Smoking By-law and the impact the by-
law would have on businesses if enacted. He filed with the Clerk letters that
were circulated to his customers indicating their opposition to the proposed non-
smoking by-law. Mr. Badali urged Council not to support the By-law.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
Gary Sinjakewitsch re: Proposed No Smoking By-law
Gary Sinjakewitsch expressed his objection to the proposed Region Model No
Smoking By-law with respect to the restrictions in restaurants and bars. He
asked Council not to support the by-law.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
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Michael Perley, Ontario Campaign for Action on Tobacco re:
Proposed No Smoking By-law
Michael Perley, Director of Ontario Campaign for Action on Tobacco indicated his
support of the Region of York Model No Smoking By-law because of health
concerns. He advised that an Environics survey was conducted which indicated
that almost 80% of York Region residents support a No Smoking By-law. Mr.
Perley stated that five of the nine municipalities supported the by-law and that the
other four municipalities would be reviewing it in June 2000. He requested that
the Committed, on behalf of the Ontario Campaign for Action on Tobacco,
support the by-law.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
Tely Spasopoulos, Trio Restaurant re: Proposed No Smoking By-law
Tely Spasopoulos, owner of the Trio Restaurant expressed his opposition to the
proposed No Smoking By-law with respect to a complete ban in restaurants. He
indicated that patrons of restaurants and bars are educated on the danger of
smoking and that the decision to ban smoking should be democratic.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
Lee Rombos, Purple Pig Restaurant re: Proposed No Smoking By-law
Lee Rombos, owner of the Purple Pig Restaurant indicated his opposition to the
proposed No Smoking By-law and the impact the by-law would have on his
business. He indicated that the By-law should be supportive and suggested that
that the owners of restaurants and the Town work together towards reaching a
better solution.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
Ken White, Royal Canadian Legion re: Proposed No Smoking By-law
Ken White of the Royal Canadian Legion expressed concerns with the Region's
Model No Smoking Bylaw with respect to the definition of "private club" and the
impact the By-law would have on the Legion.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred for
consideration with Item 1 - SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking
Review Committee Meeting.
CARRIED
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Fiona Gagnier, Resident re: Traffic on Irwin Avenue
Fiona Gagnier on behalf of residents of Irwin Avenue expressed concerns with
the volume and speed of vehicular traffic on Irwin Avenue. She advised that
Irwin Avenue has been used as an alternative to Yonge and Wellington Streets
and that this increased volume and speed of traffic is jeopardizing the safety of
children and residents in the area. She requested the Committee to consider
restricting turning on Irwin Avenue at certain times or to install speed bumps to
help resolve this problem. She informed the Committee that a letter relating to
this matter was listed on the agenda.
15. David & Rosemary Verge, re: Traffic on Irwin Avenue
Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the correspondence and comments of the delegate be received and
referred to the Traffic Safety Advisory Board for appropriate action.
CARRIED
VI CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. SRC00-03 - June 5, 2000 Ad Hoc Smoking Review Committee
Meeting and Delegations of Michael Perley, Ontario Campaign for Action
on Tobacco, Tely Spasopoulos, Trio Restaurant, Lee Rombos, Purple Pig
Restaurant and Ken White, Royal Canadian Legion
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
THAT the timeline proposal of the model by-law as presented be adopted
subject to a further amendment to the timeline to extend the
implementation date for Class A and Class B public places to September
1, 2002.
THAT the model by-law be accepted in principle with the proviso that the
Committee has further concerns with certain definitions in the by-law
specifically the definition of "private club" namely the ability for private
clubs to regulate smoking differently to that which will be imposed on
restaurants and public places.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Griffith Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the timeline proposal of the model by-law as presented be adopted
subject to a further amendment to the timeline to extend the
implementation date for Class A and Class B public places to September
1, 2004.
THAT the model by-law be accepted in principle with the proviso that the
Committee has further concerns with certain definitions in the by-law
specifically the definition of "private club" namely the ability for private
clubs to regulate smoking differently to that which will be imposed on
restaurants and public places.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the timeline proposal of the model by-law as presented be adopted
subject to a further amendment to the timeline to extend the
implementation date for Class A and Class B public places to June 1,
2004; and
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THAT the model by-law be accepted in principle with the proviso that the
Committee has further concerns with certain definitions in the by-law
specifically the definition of "private club" namely the ability for private
clubs to regulate smoking differently to that which will be imposed on
restaurants and public places.
CARRIED
2. Presentation by Jim McAlpine, Chair of the
Citizens Advisory Committee on Council Remuneration
re: Remuneration & Compensation for Members of Council;
and Consideration of:
Report CACCR00-01 - Remuneration & Compensation for
Members of Council
Mr. Jim McAlpine spoke on behalf of the Citizen Advisory Committee regarding
remuneration and compensation for Members of Council. He provided an
overview of the composition and mandate of the Committee and the work
involved resulting in the recommendations in the Report tabled.
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hartwell
1. Office of the Mayor
THAT the compensation for the Office of Mayor be revised to reflect the
following adjustments to the remuneration and benefits effective
December 1, 2000:
1.1) That the annual salary be increased to $37,928;
1.2) That the Mayor’s vehicle allowance be increased to $600 per month
(taxable benefit);
1.3) That a benefit plan including medical, dental, and life insurance, be
provided as part of the overall compensation package;
1.4) And that the Town’s by-law be expanded to permit the participation
of the Mayor in the OMERS pension plan.
2 Members of Council
THAT the compensation for the Office of Councillor be revised to reflect
the following adjustments to the remuneration and benefits effective
December 1, 2000:
2.1) That the annual salary be increased to $15,952;
2.2) That the existing vehicle mileage allowance of $1,000 per annum
be maintained (taxable benefit);
2.3) And that a benefit plan including medical, dental, and life insurance
be offered on an optional basis at the Councillor’s expense as part
of the overall compensation package;
3 “Gross Up” Provision
3.1) That the implementing by-law provide for an automatic gross up
provision of the compensation paid to the Mayor and Members of
Council such that the net compensation provided shall be equal to
the amount currently provided in the event that the one-third tax
free portion is removed from the Municipal Act.
4. Future Adjustments
4.1) That effective Jan. 1, 2002 and Jan. 1, 2003 the salary paid to the
Office of Mayor and Councillors shall be adjusted to reflect the
overall salary adjustment that is granted to the non union group by
Council;
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4.2) That a similar advisory committee be formed prior to the end of the
term of the next Council in order to review the compensation for
future Councillors.
5. Expenses as Elected Officials
5.1) That commencing 2001 an expense allowance of $3,000 per
annum be provided for the Mayor in order to attend special
functions on behalf of the Town;
5.2) That commencing 2001 an expense allowance of $400 per annum
per Councillor be provided in order to attend special functions on
behalf of the Town.
5.3) That prior to the implementation of the foregoing, a policy be
developed and approved by Council establishing parameters for the
utilization of the expense funds.
6. Other Recommendations on Concepts Outside of the Mandate
6.1) That Council consider engaging the services of a consultant to
develop a job description for Members of Council which would
identify their roles and responsibilities.
6.2) That Council review the current size of Council and consider
reducing the number of members prior to the next election in 2003.
THAT a full disclosure of Council compensation occur as part of the
statutory financial reporting summary.
CARRIED
8. Presentation by John Winter re: Bayview-Wellington
Centre Commercial Study; and Consideration of:
PL00-067 - Bayview -Wellington Centre Commercial Study
John Winter and Associates Limited, D08-COM
Mr. John Winter, principal of John Winter and Associated Limited provided a
summary of the findings respecting the vision of the Bayview-Wellington
commercial designation. He highlighted the options available to the Town and
the suggested recommendations, as well as an impact analysis of a Home Depot
on existing businesses in the Town.
Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the report and presentation prepared by John Winter Associates
Limited respecting the submission of a commercial study to review the
vision of the Bayview-Wellington Centre commercial designation be
received as information, and
THAT the report be circulated to those having an interest in the matter in
order to generate any comments or concerns with a further report being
prepared for Council’s consideration outlining feedback received.
CARRIED
3. PW00-029 - Student Transit Service Update
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the provision of Student Transit Service be eliminated as of the end
of June 2000.
CARRIED
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4. FI00-002 - Overtime Costs
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT Council direct staff to include with the 2nd Quarter Financial Report
a funding solution for the Fire and Emergency Services Department
$26,000 salary budget over-expenditure; and
THAT Council approve a possible reduction in fire and emergency service
if additional cost over-expenditures occur during the remainder of 2000 by
authorizing a minimum on-duty staffing of four emergency responders
and/or through the use of staff from the Fire Prevention and Public Safety
Division when required.
CARRIED
11. TDI Canada Ltd., re: Installation of a Structure on the
Overpass Bridge on Yonge Street North of Industrial Parkway
Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
12. Trinity Aurora Church, re: Storm Sewer along Victoria Street
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the Town extend the storm sewer line along Victoria Street to the
appropriate point in front of the Church property; and
THAT the Director of Public Works bring back a report on the costs to
extend the storm sewer.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Hinder
THAT the provisions of the Procedural By-law be waived, the hour of
adjournment be extended and the Agenda be completed.
CARRIED
16. David Tomlinson, Landscape Architect, Merlin's Hollow,
re: Protection of Natural Habitants within the Oak Ridges Moraine
Moved by Councillor Healy Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to the Director of
Planning for appropriate action.
CARRIED
VII IN CAMERA
Property, Legal and Personnel Matters
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Griffith
THAT the Committee proceed in camera to discuss property, legal and
personnel matters.
CARRIED
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VIII ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Healy
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
CARRIED
(THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 11-00 WAS CONSIDERED AND
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL AT ITS MEETING HELD ON JUNE 27, 2000 WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEM
NO. 1 WHICH WAS AMENDED TO INDICATE THAT THE TOWN INFORM THE REGION OF YORK
THAT THE TOWN INTENDS TO ENACT ITS OWN BY-LAW)
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T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK