AGENDA - Accessibility Advisory Committee - 20190904Accessibility
Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
7 p.m.
Holland Room
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
August 28, 2019
Town of Aurora
Accessibility Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
1. Approval of the Agenda
Recommended:
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
3. Receipt of the Minutes
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 5, 2019
Recommended:
That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 5, 2019, be
received for information.
4. Delegations
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5. Matters for Consideration
1. Memorandum from Planner
Re: Application for Site Plan Amendment (Minor)
Piramal Healthcare
110 Industrial Parkway North
Plan 246 Pt Lot 103 Plan 65R4062 Part 3 & 4
File Number: SP-2019-05
(Full-size drawings will be available at the meeting.)
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Application for Site Plan Amendment
(Minor), Piramal Healthcare, 110 Industrial Parkway North, Plan 246 Pt Lot
103 Plan 65R4062 Part 3 & 4, File Number: SP-2019-05, be received; and
2. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee provide comment regarding the
Site Plan Amendment.
2. Memorandum from Accessibility Advisor
Re: Ban of Single-Use Plastic Straws
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Ban of Single-Use Plastic Straws be
received; and
2. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee provide comments regarding
the ban of single-use plastic straws.
3. Round Table Discussion
Re: Town of Aurora Accessibility Plan 2018 to 2024
Recommended:
1. That the comments and suggestions regarding the Town of Aurora
Accessibility Plan 2018 to 2024 be received and referred to staff for
consideration and action as appropriate.
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6. Informational Items
4. Memorandum from Senior Policy Planner
Re: Library Square – Preferred Church Street Design Options
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Library Square – Preferred Church
Street Design Options be received for information.
5. Memorandum from Accessibility Advisor
Re: Accessibility Advisory Committee Input and Comments for Site Plan
Ap plications
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Accessibility Advisory Committee Input
and Comments for Site Plan Applications be received for information.
6. Memorandum from Deputy Town Clerk
Re: Advisory Committee Chair Rotation
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Advisory Committee Chair Rotation be
received for information.
7. Adjournment
Town of Aurora
Accessibility Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: John Lenchak (Chair) (arrived 7:50 p.m.), Hailey Reiss (Vice
Chair), Matthew Abas, Gordon Barnes, Max Le Moine and
Jo-anne Spitzer
Members Absent: Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Other Attendees: Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services, Mat
Zawada, Accessibility Advisor, and Nicole Trudeau,
Committee Coordinator
The Vice Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Matthew Abas
Seconded by Max Le Moine
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
3. Receipt of the Minutes
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2019
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Moved by Matthew Abas
Seconded by Gordon Barnes
That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 8, 2019, be
received for information.
Carried
4. Delegations
None
5. Matters for Consideration
1. Memorandum from Director of Community Services
Re: Library Square Design
Staff introduced the consultants, David Leinster of The Planning Partnership,
and Thomas Nemeskeri of RAW Design Inc., who presented an overview of the
latest interior and exterior features of the Library Square Design including the
performance hall (features, sample uses and theatre configuration), accessible
parking (off-street and on-street parking) and the current project schedule.
The Committee received the comments of the presentation for information.
The consultants, staff and the Committee discussed various amenities and
features of the Library Square Design, including the theatre configuration of the
performance hall (accessible, adaptable and companion seating), exterior and
interior accessible pedestrian routes, and site finishings (plant material), along
with the number and location of accessible parking spaces.
Moved by Matthew Abas
Seconded by Gordon Barnes
1. That the memorandum regarding Library Square Design by received for
information.
Carried
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2. Memorandum from Planner
Re: Site Plan Application, J.E. DEL Management Inc., 2 Scanlon Court,
Aurora, ON L4G 4C3, Part of Lot 105, Reg. Plan 246, File Number:
SP-2019-01
Staff provided an overview of the Site Plan Application, and the Committee
reviewed the site plan and discussed accessibility standards to be considered
as part of the site plan application.
Moved by Max Le Moine
Seconded by Jo-anne Spitzer
1. That the memorandum regarding Site Plan Application, J.E. DEL
Management Inc., 2 Scanlon Court, Aurora, ON L4G 4C3, Part of Lot 105,
Reg. Plan 246, File Number: SP-2019-01 be received; and
2. That the following Accessibility Advisory Committee comments regarding
the Site Plan Application be considered by staff:
(a) Request a power door operator at each entrance; and
(b) Request additional curb cuts along the exterior path of travel (walkway);
and
(c) Request for the exterior path of travel (walkway) to connect to the future
sidewalk, along Scanlon Court; and
(d) Request that parking be moved to be adjacent with the proposed
building.
Carried
3. Memorandum from Planner
Re: Application for Site Plan Amendment, St. Andrew’s College
15800 Yonge Street, Part of Lot 84, Concession 1 WYS, File Number:
SP-2019-02
Staff provided an overview of the Application for Site Plan Amendment, and the
Committee reviewed the site plan and discussed accessibility standards to be
considered as part of the application for site plan amendment.
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Moved by Matthew Abas
Seconded by Max Le Moine
1. That the memorandum regarding Application for Site Plan Amendment, St.
Andrew’s College, 15800 Yonge Street, Part of Lot 84, Concession 1 WYS,
File Number: SP-2019-02 be received; and
2. That the following Accessibility Advisory Committee comments regarding
the Application for Site Plan Amendment be considered by staff:
(a) Request a power door operator at each entrance;
(b) Request a marked crosswalk between the parking lot and main
entrance, with a curb cut; and
(c) Request to review and comment on the interior drawings for the theatre,
at a future Accessibility Advisory Committee.
Carried
4. Round Table Discussion
Re: Town of Aurora Accessibility Plan 2018 to 2024
Staff provided an overview of the Town of Aurora Accessibility Plan 2018 to
2024, including the status of various project items in Appendix “B” –
Recommended Accessibility Items 2018-2024.
The Committee agreed to develop a checklist to assess needs, identify barriers
and issues of concern to ensure Town facilities are accessible and exceed the
requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005,
S.O. 2005, c. 11, as amended, and the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c.
23, as amended.
The Committee discussed new project items to be added to Appendix “B” –
Recommended Accessibility Items 2018-2024, including an induction loop in
the Holland Room.
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Moved by Matthew Abas
Seconded by Gordon Barnes
1. That the comments and suggestions regarding the Town of Aurora
Accessibility Plan 2018 to 2024 be received and referred to staff for
consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
6. Informational Items
5. Memorandum from Accessibility Advisor
Re: Ontario BIA Association (OBIAA) Handbook
Staff provided an overview of the handbook produced by the Ontario BIA
Association called “The Business of Accessibility: How to Make Your Main
Street Business Accessibility Smart”, and noted that the handbook offers no
cost and low cost suggestions, gathered from those with first-hand experience,
to inspire businesses to go beyond the minimum requirements of the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 11, as
amended.
The Committee was encouraged to visit www.obiaa.com/accessibility to
download an accessible version of the handbook.
Moved by Jo-anne Spitzer
Seconded by Max Le Moine
1. That the memorandum regarding Ontario BIA Association (OBIAA)
Handbook be received for information.
Carried
6. Memorandum from Accessibility Advisor
Re: Accessible Documents Project
Staff provided an overview of the Accessible Documents Project, including the
current project schedule, – and noted that the internal project, when launched,
will include accessible templates, guidelines and step-by-step instructions for
Town staff to make information accessible.
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Moved by Max Le Moine
Seconded by Jo-anne Spitzer
1. That the memorandum regarding Accessible Documents Project be
received for information.
Carried
7. Adjournment
Moved by Jo-anne Spitzer
Seconded by Max Le Moine
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Carried
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
DATE: August 13, 2019
TO: B. Butler, Planning and Development Services
S. Sample, Zoning Review, Planning and Development Services
A. Ierullo, Planning and Development Services
G. Greidanus, Operational Services
P. De Sario, Corporate Services
J. McDonald, Central York Fire Services
M. Zawada, Accessibility Advisory Committee
CC: Mayor and Members of Council
D. Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
M. Bat, Engineering and Capital Delivery
Council Secretariat, Corporate Services
FROM: Katherine Bibby, Planning and Development Services
Re: Application for Site Plan Amendment (Minor)
Piramal Healthcare
110 Industrial Parkway North
PLAN 246 PT LOT 103 PLAN 65R4062 PART 3 & 4
File Number: SP-2019-05
A Site Plan Application has been submitted to the Planning and Development Services
department for review. The Applicant is proposing to construct a building addition with a
GFA of 956 m2 and an expanded parking area (52 parking spaces) of 1,393 m2. Please
find enclosed copies of the following materials submitted in conjunction with the subject
Application:
•Site Plan prepared by SNC Lavalin and wba architects and engineers dated May
2019;
•Survey prepared by E.R. Garden Limited April 2019;
•Elevations prepared by prepared by SNC Lavalin and wba architects and
engineers dated May 2019;
•Landscape Plans prepared by landscape planning landscape architects, July
2019;
•Landscape Cost Estimate dated August 2019;
•Stormwater Management Plan prepared by SNC Lavalin, August 2019;
•Grading/Drainage Plan prepared by SNC Lavalin and wba architects and
engineers dated August 2019;
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, ON L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 Ext. 4347
Email: kbibby@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Planning and Development Services
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•Letter re: Section 9 Approval Requirements (Environmental Compliance Approval
requirements) prepared by Piramal, dated August 9, 2019;
•Outdoor Lighting Plan prepared by SNC Lavalin and wba architects and
engineers dated July 2019;
•Section 59 Notice issued by York Region on August 9, 2019; and,
•Phase 1 ESA prepared by SARAFINCHIN Associates Limited, June 2013.
I would appreciate receiving your comments by August 26, 2019.
Should you have any questions regarding the above noted proposal, please feel free to
contact me.
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T.O.C.2nd Floor5400.00T.O.C.3rd Floor9400.00T.O.C.Top of Roof (New Construction)14000.00T.O.C.Ground Floor0.00NEW ADDITIONT.O.C.2nd Floor5400.00T.O.C.3rd Floor9400.00T.O.C.Top of Roof (New Construction)14000.00T.O.C.Ground Floor0.00NEW ADDITIONT.O.C.2nd Floor5400.00T.O.C.3rd Floor9400.00T.O.C.Top of Roof (New Construction)14000.00T.O.C.Ground Floor0.00NEW ADDITIONT.O.C.2nd Floor5400.00T.O.C.3rd Floor9400.00T.O.C.Top of Roof (New Construction)14000.00T.O.C.Ground Floor0.00NEW ADDITIONKEYPLANTRUEDrawing Title:BIM System:Drawn By:Checked By:Project No:Sheet Size:Drawing Scale:Rev.:Date:Date:Dwg No.Project Title:Client:Consultant:Professional SealProfessional SealThese drawings are the property of, and shall not be used or reproduced without the consent of WBA Architects and Engineers Inc. The Contractor shall check and verify all dimensions and report all discrepancies to the Architect and/or Engineer.NOTES30" x 42"Plot Date:Plot Scale:1:1Revit 2019195 The West Mall, Toronto, Ontario,M9C 5K1, CanadaConsultant:1 : 250J:\2019\2190302- PIRAMAL AURORA EXPANSION\ARCH-STRUCT\2190302-ARCH - PIRAMAL NEW BUILDING - Option C.rvtPIRIMAL HEALTHCARE CANADA LTD.110 INDUSTRIAL PARKWAYNORTH L4G 4C3, AURORA, ON, CARISE - REACTOR INTEGRATED SUITEEXPANSIONELEVATIONSOEGS2190302A40101/05/201901/05/2019No. DateIssuedBy:A 2019-08-09 ISSUED FOR SPAWBA1 : 250A401EAST ELEVATION11 : 250A401NORTH ELEVATION21 : 250A401SOUTH ELEVATION31 : 250A401WEST ELEVATION4Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Wednesday, September 4, 2019 Item 1 Page 5 of 5
Memorandum
Date: September 4, 2019
To: Accessibility Advisory Committee
From: Mat Zawada, Accessibility Advisor
Re: Ban of Single-Use Plastic Straws
Recommendation
1. That the memorandum regarding Ban of Single-Use Plastic Straws be
received; and
2. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee provide comments regarding the
ban of single-use plastic straws.
Background
As directed by Council at its meeting on September 18, 2018, this memorandum
provides information on the proposed banning of plastic straws in Aurora.
Recent news revived public concerns around how plastic waste can harm fish and
wildlife through entanglement, direct consumption, or entering the food web when it
decomposes and breaks down into micro-plastics. Much of that plastic waste is from
single-use plastics: take-out containers, shopping bags, cutlery, stir sticks and straws. In
addition, China, Canada’s largest buyer of recycled material, recently imposed strict
criteria on acceptable material, leaving cities scrambling to find new markets.
Both the provincial and federal governments have made strong commitments to
banning single-use plastics within the waste stream. Commitments include the banning
of single-use plastics as early as 2021 under the Canadian Environmental Protection
Act with the Federal Government, and by 2025 under Bill 82, Single-Use Plastics Ban
Act, 2019, which recently passed first reading at the Ontario Legislature.
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4212
Email: mzawada@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Corporate Services
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Ban of Single-Use Plastic Straws
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Accessibility is concerning for public officials, as there are technical barriers for
replacing plastic straws with current market alternatives. People with a range of
disabilities (e.g. cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and multiple sclerosis, among
others) depend on plastic straws to access water and other beverages. The
compostable options do not maintain their integrity, especially with hot drinks. The
reusable metal or glass options are not malleable or soft enough for some with certain
disabilities and hazardous if bitten unintentionally. For many, plastic straws are a way to
drink independently. Banning plastic straws will disadvantage people with disabilities.
The best alternative to plastic straws are silicone options, having many of the same
advantages. Though similar, it is not practical for businesses to provide silicone straws
as one-time use items. Nor is it fair to ask people who need these straws to bear the
cost and trouble of buying and maintaining them. Administering a reuse system of
silicone straws at facilities and restaurants is also impractical to implement.
Staff recommend that an “offer first” policy for plastic straws at Town facilities be
implemented in the short term, as it will reduce waste while being AODA compliant.
The plastic waste market is changing quickly due to provincial and federal initiatives,
and implications from those legislative changes will have a greater impact on plastic use
in the Aurora community than any local ban.
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
DATE: September 4, 2019
TO: Mat Zawada, Accessibility Advisor
CC: R. McDougall, Director of Community Services
A. Ierullo, Manager of Policy Planning and Economic Development
Manager of Development Planning
D. Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
FROM: Andria Sallese, Senior Policy Planner, Planning and Development Services
RE: Library Square – Preferred Church Street Design Options
On July 23, 2019, Council approved staff’s recommendation for a preferred Design
Option for the segment of Church Street between Yonge Street and Victoria Street, as
part of the redevelopment of the Library Square site.
Three design options were reviewed by the transportation consultant hired by the Town
(BA Group). The consultant recommended finding a balance between good design,
costs, and accommodating additional parking demand. Based on these factors, and
input from the local community, Town staff recommended Design Option 2B.
Design Option 2B removes the boulevard treatment and street trees on the north side of
Church Street (west side) in front of the Library, and replaces it with lay-by parking. The
boulevard treatment, including the existing street trees that form part of the cultural
heritage landscape in front of 22 Church Street, would continue to be maintained.
On-street parking would be provided on the south-west side of Church Street mirroring
the lay-by stalls on the north side of the street. This option also limits on-street parking
on the south side of Church Street in front of the existing residences. In total, Option 2B
could see a total of 3 lay-by parking stalls, 14 on-street stalls, 3 accessible stalls, and 1
loading stall, for a total of 21 stalls.
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 Ext. 4342
Email: asallese@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Planning and Development Services
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The benefits of Option 2B is that the design maintains many of the existing street trees
on Church Street, protects for the heritage landscape in front of the Cultural Centre,
adds accessible parking, and provides the street width necessary to accommodate two-
way traffic. The parking configuration proposed in Option 2B could also provide
additional traffic calming on Church Street.
If there are any questions or clarification required, please contact Andria Sallese, ext.
4342.
Attachment 1 – General Committee Report No. PDS19-063 – Library Square – Church
Street Parking – Design Options Recommendation Report (dated July
16, 2019)
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Town of Aurora
General Committee Report No. PDS19-063
Subject: Library Square – Church Street Parking - Design Options
Recommendation Report
Prepared by: Andria Sallese, Senior Policy Planner
Department: Planning and Development Services
Date: July 16, 2019
Recommendation
1. That Report No. PDS19-063 be received;
2. That Council direct staff to proceed with Design Option 2B for the Church
Street right -of-way; and,
3. That Town Staff continue to liaise with York Region Transit and the
consultants to ensure there are no conflicts with the existing bus route.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with a summary of public feedback
received at the Church Street Public Open House on May 23rd, 2019. The report also
seeks Council direction on the preferred design option for the Church Street right-of-
way. The report can be summarized as follows:
• Four parking options were presented for feedback from the public;
• Public feedback on the Parking Design Options was mixed; and,
• Option 2B was selected as the preferred design option for Church Street.
Background
Since 2000, Council has directed Staff to undertake various studies to address the
parking supply in the downtown. A summary of those initiatives are summarized in
Report No. PDS19-018.
At a Special Meeting of Council on March 21st, 2019, Council approved the following
recommendation directing staff to consult with the public relating to additional on-site
parking on Church Street:
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1. That Council approve $145,740.00 to the Library Square budget to be funded as per
Funding Strategy Report FS19-012 for additional on-site parking on Church Street
subject to further public consultation, conditional on the approval of the addition to
the Church Street School.
Staff have prepared the following report to summarize feedback from the public open
house and additional correspondence, and to provide a recommendation on the
preferred option.
Analysis
Four parking options were presented for public feedback
Further to Council direction on March 21st, 2019 (Report No. PDS19-018), the Town of
Aurora and the consultants hosted a Public Open House on Thursday May 23rd, 2019 at
the Aurora Public Library. The purpose of the Public Open House was to introduce
potential options to modify the Church Street right-of-way as part of the Library Square
redevelopment and seek public feedback. Approximately 15 residents attended the
public open house to provide feedback.
Four parking options were presented to the public, three of which were modifications of
the option presented to Council on March 27, 2019 (Staff Report No. PDS19-018)
(Table 1).
The first option was a ‘Do Nothing’ option (see Attachment 1) that maintains existing on-
street parking permissions on the north side of Church Street, retains existing street
trees and sidewalk in the boulevard. With the redevelopment of the Library Square site
and removal of the existing driveways, this Option could provide 3 to 4 additional on-
street parking on the north side of Church Street. In total, this Option could see a total of
16 on-street parking stalls (13 of which are existing).
Option 1 (see Attachment 2) proposes a slight modification to the “Do Nothing” option
by adding a paved area in the boulevard to accommodate three new on-street
accessible spaces and one on-street loading space. In total, Option 1 could see a total
of 12 on-street parking stalls, 3 accessible stalls, and 1 loading stall for a total of 16 (13
of which are existing).
Option 2A (see Attachment 3) removes the existing boulevard treatment and street
trees on the north side of Church Street and replaces it with lay-by parking. The soft
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landscape area (sod and heritage trees) is maintained within the tree protection zone.
On-street parking would be introduced on the south side of Church Street. In total,
Option 2A could see a total of 9 lay-by parking stalls, 11 on-street stalls, 3 accessible
stalls, and 1 loading stall for a total of 24 stalls.
To address potential issues related to the removal of many of the existing street trees
on Church Street, and introducing additional on-street parking on the south side of the
street, Option 2B proposes a hybrid of Options 1 and 2A (Attachment 4). Option 2B
removes the boulevard treatment and street trees on the north side of Church Street
(west side) in front of the Library, and replaces it with lay-by parking. The boulevard
treatment including the existing street trees in front of 22 Church Street and the plaza
would continue to be maintained.
On-street parking would be provided on the south-west side of Church Street mirroring
the lay-by stalls on the north side of the street. This option also limits on-street parking
on the south side of Church Street in front of the existing residences. In total, Option 2B
could see a total of 3 lay-by parking stalls, 14 on-street stalls, 3 accessible stalls, and 1
loading stall, for a total of 21 stalls.
Public feedback on the Parking Design Options was mixed
Feedback received on the parking options from participants at the Public Open House
was mixed (see Attachment 1). Generally, however, participants were supportive of a
design option that balanced good streetscape design, preserving existing trees,
promoting walkability, and providing additional parking on Church Street and the
balance of the site.
Planning staff also spoke with two residents and one business owner on Church Street.
While some residents on the south side of Church Street preferred the design options
that did not include on-street parking in front of their properties, one of the business
owners indicated that they were in favour of providing additional on-street parking for
their patrons.
Option 2B was selected as the preferred design option for Church Street
The Options were also reviewed by the Transportation consultant hired by the Town
(BA Group). The consultant’s recommendation is that it is important to find a balance
between good design, costs, and accommodating additional parking demand. Based on
these factors, public input and the consultant’s recommendations, Town Staff
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recommend Option 2B. Option 2B provides a total of 21 parking stalls, including 8
additional parking spaces, maintains many of the existing street trees on Church Street,
protects for the heritage landscape in front of the Cultural Centre, and provides the
street width necessary to accommodate two-way traffic. The Transportation consultant
and the Town’s Transportation Analyst advise that alternating parking could provide
additional traffic calming on Church Street.
The consultant also recommends further consultation with York Region Transit on the
design of Option 2B and the proposed perpendicular parking configuration on Victoria
Street. The consultant advises that the perpendicular parking configuration on Victoria
Street could impact existing transit routes with vehicles reversing into a live traffic lane.
Finally, with respect to the design of the parking lot on the north-east side of the site, the
consultant recommends, where possible, to reduce hardscaping and create additional
space for trees and landscaping.
Advisory Committee Review
The proposed approach to accessible parking was presented to the Accessibility
Advisory Committee as part of the Library Square review. The current design includes
additional accessible parking as requested by both the Committee and Council.
Legal Considerations
The Town’s Zoning By-law exempts the Town from complying with the parking
requirements of the By-law since the site is not adjacent to a residential zone.
Financial Implications
On March 21, 2019, as per the Library Square – Funding Strategy Report FS19-012
Council approved an increase of $145,740.00 to the Library Square budget for
additional on-site parking on Church Street subject to further public consultation and
conditional upon the approval of the addition to the Church Street School. The addition
to the Church Street School was approved on March 21st and the required public Open
House in this regard was held on May 23rd, 2019.
Based partially upon the feedback received from the Public Open House, working with
its consultant, the Town has generated four options to address additional on-site
parking on Church Street. Table 1 below provides a summary of these noted options,
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including the relative cost of each option. The Town’s consultant notes that, as a result
of the cost of replacing a section of the sidewalk along the accessible parking spaces on
Church Street, and the need for a continuous curb cut, design Option 2A being the
original option approved by Council on March 21st would require an additional $15,010
from the initial amount budgeted. The cost of the preferred, Option 2B, is approximately
$93,500, resulting in a savings of approximately $52,240, which can be redirected to
other parking needs. The additional cost relating to the design of Option 2B would be
funded from these noted savings.
Table 1: Church Street Parking Options
Option
Name Proposed Parking Total
Parking
Estimated Cost
Total
Investment
Approved
Budget
Estimated
Savings /
Short-fall
Do Nothing
No change.
13 existing
on-street
parking
stalls
$145,740 $145,740 $0
Option 1 12 on-street
parking stalls, 3
accessible stalls,
and 1 loading stall
16
(3 new, 13
existing)
$145,740 $145,740 $0
Option 2A 9 lay-by parking
stalls, 11 on-street
stalls, 3 accessible
stalls, and 1
loading stall
Up to 24
(14 new,
13 existing)
Approximately
$160,750 $145,740 ($15,000)
Option 2B* 3 lay-by parking
stalls, 14 on-street
stalls, 3 accessible
stalls, and 1
loading stall
Up to 21
(8 new, 13
existing)
Approximately
$93,500 $145,740 $52,240
*Recommended Option
Communications Considerations
Notice was provided to residents and business owners within 120 metres of the subject
area. Staff also hand delivered notices to all property owners on Church Street who are
directly affected by the proposed design options.
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Approximately 15 members of the public attended the Public Open House, many who
reside or own businesses in the area. Attendees provided feedback by speaking directly
with staff, by writing their comments on sticky notes, or on a comment card.
Copies of the notice and a reduced copy of the display panels from the May 23rd Public
Open House were delivered by hand to the property owners and residents on the south
side of Church Street.
Feedback from the Public Open House was summarized and, on June 11th, 2019, a
draft of the summary document was emailed to attendees to allow participants an
opportunity to review the document and provide additional comments. Comments from
the Public Open House, including any additional comments received by email, are listed
in Attachment 1.
Link to Strategic Plan
The development of Library Square supports the following Strategic Plan goals and key
objectives by supporting an exceptional quality of life for all in its accomplishment in
satisfying requirements in the following key objectives within these goal statements:
investing in sustainable infrastructure, celebrating and promoting our culture,
encouraging an active and healthy lifestyle; and strengthening the fabric of our
community.
Enabling a diverse, creative and resilient economy in its accomplishment in satisfying
requirements in promoting economic opportunities that facilitate the growth of Aurora as
a desirable place to do business.
Alternative to the Recommendation
None
Conclusions
On the basis of the consultant and Town Staff’s recommendations to find a balance
between good design, costs, and accommodating additional parking demand, and input
from the public, Option 2B is recommended as the preferred parking Option. The
implementation of this option will cost approximately $93,000. The cost of the design
Option 2B would be funded from the Church Street budget for Library Square.
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Map created by the Town of Aurora Planning & Development Services Department, June 18, 2019. Base data provided by the Planning Partnership
“DO NOTHING” OPTION
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Map created by the Town of Aurora Planning & Development Services Department, June 18, 2019. Base data provided by the Planning Partnership
OPTION 1
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Map created by the Town of Aurora Planning & Development Services Department, June 18, 2019. Base data provided by the Planning Partnership
OPTION 2A
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Map created by the Town of Aurora Planning & Development Services Department, June 18, 2019. Base data provided by the Planning Partnership
OPTION 2B
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Church Street Parking (Library Square)
Public Open House Summary
Event Overview
The Town of Aurora and the consultants hired on behalf of the Town (The Planning Partnership
and BA Group) hosted a Public Open House on Thursday May 23rd, 2019 at the Aurora Public
Library (15145 Yonge St, Magna Room). The purpose of the Public Open House was to provide
information about the review process, introduce potential options to modify the Church Street
right-of-way as part of the Library Square redevelopment, and seek feedback from the public.
The Public Open House included display boards containing information on the Parking Options,
which were prepared by the consultant team and Town of Aurora staff. In addition to the
consultant team, staff from Planning, Corporate Communications, and Transportation Services
were present at the community meeting to answer questions from the public.
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Approximately 15 members of the public attended the Public Open House, many who reside or
own businesses in the area. Attendees provided feedback by speaking directly with staff, by
writing their comments on sticky notes (see photos below) or on a comment card.
Parking Options
Four parking options were presented to the public. The first option was a ‘Do Nothing’ option
(see Figure 1). This Option maintains existing on-street parking permissions on the north side of
Church Street, retains existing street trees in the boulevard and the position of the existing
sidewalk. With the redevelopment of the Library Square site, this Option could provide 3 to 4
additional on-street parking on the north side of Church Street. In total, this Option could see a
total of 16 on-street parking stalls (13 of which are existing).
Figure 1: “Do Nothing Option”
Option 1 (Figure 2) proposes a slight modification to the “Do Nothing” option by adding a paved
area in the boulevard to accommodate three on-street accessible spaces and one on-street loading
space. In total, Option 1 could see a total of 12 on-street parking stalls, 3 accessible stalls, and 1
loading stall for a total of 16 (13 of which are existing).
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Figure 2: Option 1
Public Feedback:
This option is preferable as it maintains the existing street trees;
Consider a secondary entrance to the south-east corner of the library for easier access
from Church Street;
Widen the intersection at Yonge Street and Church Street to accommodate bus turning
movements;
Focus on changing behaviours and get people walking rather than adding more parking
spaces for cars;
Consider converting on-street parking on Yonge Street to a 15-minute drop off to take
advantage of the accessibility ramp connecting to the west entrance of the Library; and
Make sure there are enough drop-off spots per building (Library, Cultural Centre, and the
new Community Facility).
Option 2A (Figure 3) removes the boulevard treatment and street trees on the north side of
Church Street and replaces them with parking lay-bys. A softscape area is provided within the
heritage tree protection zone. On-street parking is provided on the south side of Church Street.
In total, Option 2A could see a total of 9 lay-by parking stalls, 11 on-street stalls, 3 accessible
stalls, and 1 loading stall for a total of 24 stalls.
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Figure 3: Option 2A
Public Feedback:
Option 2A
Like pathways through the site that connect to places and streets;
Consider moving the existing bus stop at Church Street and Yonge Street to a safer
location;
Limit street parking on Yonge Street;
Consider changing Church Street to one-way movement;
Take away the left turn movements from Church Street onto Yonge Street to promote
safer vehicular and pedestrian movement at this intersection;
Consider ‘bump-outs’ along the layby to provide space for street tree plantings;
Provide 2 loading and drop-off/pick-up spaces;
This option changes the character of houses on the south side of Church Street. Clarify if
the houses are offices or homes. The use makes a difference in terms of the level of
impact;
There are not enough parking spots or enough room for emergency services;
There is currently a lot of through traffic on Church Street;
Parking on the south side of Church Street will increase pedestrian movement in a south-
north and north-south direction across the street. Make sure there are plenty of safe
pedestrian crossing;
Do a survey to see where cars in the library parking lot are currently coming from and
consider parking study on a Sunday to monitor church activity in the parking lots and on
on-street parking;
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Try Option 2A without parking on the south side of Church Street. Could monitor and
implement on-street parking later, if additional parking is required;
Option 2A looks good. If issue with south side go to option 2B;
Make the landscaping and building a learning experience for kids; and
Undertake an analysis of turning movements and traffic flows from existing and new
uses.
Option 2B (Figure 4) removes the boulevard treatment and street trees on the north side of
Church Street, west side, in front of the Library and replaces them with parking lay-bys. The
boulevard treatment, including street trees, in front of the cultural centre and the plaza will be
maintained. On-street parking is provided on the south side of Church Street in front of the
businesses only (west side of Church Street), mirroring the lay-by stalls on the north side of the
street. This option also limits on-street parking on the south side of Church Street in front of the
residences. In total, Option 2B could see a total of 3 lay-by parking stalls, 14 on-street stalls, 3
accessible stalls, and 1 loading stall, for a total of 21 stalls.
Figure 4: Option 2B
Public Feedback:
Option 2B is a good compromise that saves trees.
Option 2A is preferable over option 2B. If you change the design of the road and
boulevard, do it all, not just half the plan (in 2A);
Consider a parking study on Sundays to monitor Church activity and parking needs;
Consider the possibility of allowing food trucks and vending machines in or near the
square;
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Put a bin/book drop off spot on Yonge St. near the Library Square entrance;
Consider speed bumps as a traffic calming measure on Church Street;
This option is preferable because it introduces traffic calming with parking on both sides
of the street;
Consider changing the bus route on Church Street with this option;
Church Street has significant landscaping on Victoria Street. Mirror this landscape
treatment on the west side of Victoria Street;
By not providing parking, it is an incentive for people to walk to the site;
Consider a dedicated pedestrian crossing at Church Street and Yonge Street Parking
More cars parked on Church Street is not acceptable.
General Feedback from the Public on the Parking Options
Street parking on Church Street creates sightline issues at the corner going around the
church;
For aging people it will be difficult because they have to walk a far distance to the
entrance of the library;
Parking on Church Street will make it more dangerous to get out of cars, especially if
someone has children;
With the new plan, many people that only want to return books will have to park farther,
whereas now they only park in front of the door and immediately come back;
Consider traffic calming on the laneway using different paving materials or a gate;
Library needs a loading space near the north entrance;
Concern not enough parking in any option to service combined draw of Library, Cultural
Centre and events at Library Square;
Concerns about the total number of parking spaces in the parking lot.
There is the potential for more public parking in the lot south of the creek, where there is
currently a sales office;
Make sure the laneway is 1-way movement only;
Consider controlling turning movements and traffic on Church St during peak hours;
Closest wheelchair parking spots should be under cover;
Introduce traffic calming on Victoria Street;
Make Victoria Street one way with angled parking;
Keep trees; do not take out existing landscaping;
Place Library book return drop-off close to the driveway (laneway, north side);
Permeable pavers should be used for the parking lot to address runoff and stormwater
flows;
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While the intent of the Church Street Public Open House was to solicit feedback from the public
on the design options for this street, members of the public also provided more general
comments on the Library Square Plan and surrounding context. These comments are listed
below:
Consider shifting some indoor programming from the Library into the Square;
Make it an inclusive space for people of all ages and abilities;
When buses travel on Church Street there is currently not enough space for cars going in
opposite direction;
Change bus route because Church Street is not narrow enough;
Project would help revitalize Yonge Street and bring new development to the area;
The plaza should be enclosed for year round activities;
The plaza will become a skateboard park; consider a skateboard park in Town Park;
Consider parking limits (1 hour)
As population increases, more people come to the neighborhood and will increase traffic
congestion;
The corner of Church Street and Victoria street is congested, there are accidents at this
intersection;
Extend bridge structure to provide “carport” style cover (snow and wheelchairs don’t
mix);
Create a walking path from Berczy Street to Library Square to connect to the Metrolinx
parking lot;
This project would help retailing to Yonge Street and bring development to the area;
Accessibility pathways seem to be limited and there may be issues arising at the "new"
North Laneway to Yonge Street;
Infrastructure to deter cars, like traffic buffers, to create single accessibility purpose
lanes to the front doors of the library and from Victoria Street. The same can be applied
to the corner of Church Street and Yonge Street, and for bicycle paths to the library;
Reduce the number parking areas to reduce emissions, pollution and noise to the public;
Put pedestrian weather protection on the front doors of the Library and/or Cultural
Centre. Pedestrian weather protection is especially helpful for seniors, those who have
accessibility needs and those who need assistance, reduce costs run for snow and ice
clearing and provide protection from the sun & rain;
A green friendly area should not be all concrete;
We always want to encourage walking and cycling; and
Reducing traffic congestions and pedestrian is a major concern. Drop-off access points
are critical based on people’s routes and behaviours. The goal of the area is to make it
Town friendly and to complement Town Park in this urban area.
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Questions and Answers
Are there bicycle racks in front of the library?
o Bicycle racks are currently located at the parking lot entrance off of Church
Street. Bicycle racks will continue to be provided for the Library and as part of
the comprehensive re-design of the site.
Where are emergency routes in the three parking scenarios?
o The fire access route for the existing building at 22 Church Street and the
proposed addition will be from Church Street, with access to the fire hydrant at
this location. The Fire Truck Access to the site is from the surrounding streets.
With the amphitheatre right at Church Street, will there be sufficient room for a
snowplow to operate on the right-of-way and will it be wide enough to accommodate a
wide front end plough? The road seems to be less 9m wide.
o The amphitheatre does not encroach into the Church Street right-of-way. Any
modifications to the design of the Church Street right-of-way would need to meet
the minimum standard in the Town’s Design Criteria Manual, where the
pavement width for residential streets is between 8.0 to 8.5 metres. The pavement
widths outlined in The Town’s Design Manual are designed to accommodate
snow plow operations.
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Memorandum
Date: September 4, 2019
To: Accessibility Advisory Committee
From: Mat Zawada, Accessibility Advisor
Re: Accessibility Advisory Committee Input and Comments for Site Plan
Applications
Recommendation
1. That the memorandum regarding Accessibility Advisory Committee Input and
Comments for Site Plan Applications be received for information.
Background
The Accessibility Advisor has made comments on behalf of the Accessibility Advisory
Committee (AAC). Comments were provided for the following site plan applications from
June 6 to September 3, 2019:
• File: ZBA-2019-01, L&B Aurora Inc., N/E Quadrant of Wellington Street East and
John West Way (Submission #1)
• File: SP-2018-10, York Regional Police Association, 63 Eric T Smith Way
(Submission #2 – has not been reviewed by AAC)
• File: SP-2019-02, Application for Site Plan Amendment, St. Andrew’s College,
15800 Yonge Street (Submission #2 – has not been reviewed by AAC)
• File: SP-2019-03, Application for Minor Site Plan, Geotech Ltd, 270 Industrial
Parkway South (Submission #1)
• File: SP-2019-04, Application for Site Plan Amendment, Smart Centres –
Whitwell Developments Ltd., 157 Commerce Drive (Submission #1)
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4212
Email: mzawada@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Corporate Services
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The site plans above have been reviewed and commented on by the Accessibility
Advisor, Corporate Services. If the Accessibility Advisory Committee would like to see
any of the site plans noted above for further comment and review, they will be brought
to the following meeting on October 2, 2019.
Attachments
None
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Memorandum
Date: September 4, 2019
To: Accessibility Advisory Committee
From: Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk
Re: Advisory Committee Chair Rotation
Recommendation
1.That the memorandum regarding Advisory Committee Chair Rotation be
received for information.
Background
At the Council meeting of July 23, 2019, Council passed a motion to amend the Town’s
Policy for Ad Hoc/Advisory Committees and Local Boards (“Policy”). Changes to the
Policy include:
•The position of Chair and Vice Chair be held for a one-year term, with elections
being held at the beginning of every calendar year;
•Citizen members may not act as a Chair or Vice Chair for more than two years in
a single term; and
•Should no citizen member put their name forward for the role of Chair,
Councillors are able to serve as Chair without any term restrictions.
As the new provisions of the Policy are now in effect, the next Chair and Vice Chair will
be elected at the first Committee meeting of 2020.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Extract from July 23, 2019 Council meeting, Motion (a) Councillor
Thompson Re: Advisory Committee Chair Rotation
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4224
Email: syew@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Corporate Services
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8. Motions
(a) Councillor Thompson
Re: Advisory Committee Chair Rotation
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas the Town’s Procedure By-Law and Policy for Ad/Hoc Advisory Committees
and Local Boards govern all meetings; and
Whereas in the interest of good governance there is value in rotating the Committee
Chair; and
Whereas the rotation of roles and responsibilities can develop/enhance a committee
member’s skillset, create additional engagement, and help build a stronger ‘team’
environment; and
Whereas some committees/boards, such as Aurora Public Library Board, Joint
Council Committee, and Finance Advisory Committee, already rotate the Chair;
1.Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town’s Policy for Ad
Hoc/Advisory Committees and Local Boards be amended so that the position of
Chair and Vice Chair of each Advisory Committee be for a one-year term; and
2.Be It Further Resolved That at the start of each calendar year elections be held
for the Chair and Vice Chair positions, and that no citizen member may act as
Chair or Vice Chair for more than two years in a single term of Council; and
3.Be It Further Resolved That members of Council may serve as Chair should no
citizen member put their name forward, and that members of Council not be
subject to any term restrictions.
Carried
Extract from
Council Meeting of
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Attachment 1
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