AGENDA - Council - 20210622Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Revised Agenda
Date:June 22, 2021
Time:7 p.m.
Location:Video Conference
Pages
1.Procedural Notes
This meeting will be held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
Additional Items are marked with an asterisk(*).
According to the Procedure By-law, the consent of at least a two-thirds majority
vote of Members present is required to permit the addition of delegations 5.3
and 5.4 to the agenda.
2.Approval of the Agenda
3.Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
4.Community Presentations
4.1.Javed S. Khan, President and Chair, and Stephen Forsey, Chair, Induction
Committee, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame; Re: 2021 Class of Inductees to
the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
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4.2.Jim Tree Retirement
5.Delegations
Note: This meeting will be live streamed at
https://www.youtube.com/c/Townofaurora/videos. Anyone wishing to provide
comment on an agenda item is encouraged to visit www.aurora.ca/participation
for guidelines on delegation.
5.1.Jeff MacKeigan, ChainLink Disc Golf, and Todd Billo, Resident; Re: Motion
9.1 - Councillor Kim; Re: Disc Golf in Aurora
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*5.2.Kasie Colbeck, Resident; Re: Motion 9.3 - Councillor Humfryes; Re: Food
Insecurity in Aurora
3
*5.3.David Charezenko, representing Silhouette Aurora Inc.; Re: Item 7.1.8 -
PDS21-064 - Application for Site Plan Approval, Silhouette Aurora Inc.
(Formerly Bara Group), 15086-15106 Yonge St
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*5.4.Peter Care and Erin Miller, Residents; Re: Item 7.1.8 - PDS21-064 -
Application for Site Plan Approval, Silhouette Aurora Inc. (Formerly Bara
Group), 15086-15106 Yonge St
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6.Consent Agenda
That the Consent Agenda items, 6.1 to 6.3 inclusive, be approved.
6.1.Council Meeting Minutes of May 25, 2021 6
That the Council meeting minutes of May 25, 2021, be adopted
as circulated.
1.
6.2.Special Meeting of Council Minutes of May 25, 2021 24
That the Special Meeting of Council minutes of May 25, 2021, be
adopted as circulated.
1.
6.3.Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of June 8, 2021 28
That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of June 8,
2021, be adopted as circulated.
1.
7.Standing Committee Reports
That the Standing Committee Reports, items 7.1 to 7.3 inclusive, be received
and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
7.1.General Committee Meeting Report of June 1, 2021 36
7.1.1.Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner; Re: Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of
March 26 and April 23, 2021
Memorandum
That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of
March 26 and April 23, 2021, be received for
information.
1.
7.1.2.Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 11, 2021
Minutes
That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes
of May 11, 2021, be received for information.
1.
7.1.3.Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 12,
2021
Minutes
That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of May 12, 2021, be received for information.
1.
7.1.4.FIN21-027 - Draft Fiscal Strategy
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
That Report No. FIN21-027 to be received; and1.
That the presented draft fiscal strategy for the Town be
approved.
2.
7.1.5.CMS21-018 - Library Square Renaming
Report
That Report No. CMS21-018 be received for
information.
1.
7.1.6.PDS21-059 - Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Deferral Agreement –
Board of Trustees of the Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge
Street
Report Attachment 1
That Report No. PDS21-059 be received; and1.
That the Cash-in-Lieu payment of $68,500 apportioned
to the property owned by the Board of Trustees of the
Aurora United Church be deferred until such time that
the uses or other circumstances change on the
property located at 15186 Yonge Street.
2.
7.1.7.PDS21-061 - Request for Increased Capital Budget Authority for
the Aurora Snow Storage Facility - Lambert Willson Park
Report Attachment 1
That Report No. PDS21-061 be received; and1.
That the total approved budget authority for Capital
Project No. 34006 be increased to $1,190,000.00,
2.
representing an increase of $290,000 to be funded
from the Services Related to a Highway DC and Storm
Water Reserves; and
That $175,200 and $114,800 in previously approved
capital budget authority for Project No. 34707 and
31108, respectively be transferred to Project No.
34006.
3.
7.1.8.PDS21-064 - Application for Site Plan Approval, Silhouette
Aurora Inc. (Formerly Bara Group), 15086-15106 Yonge Street
Part of Lots 1 and 2, Registered Plan 9, and Lots 51 and 52,
Registered Plan 246, File Number: SP-2018-03
Report Figures 1-9
That Report No. PDS21-064 be received; and1.
That the revised development concept for Site Plan
Application File SP-2018-03 to permit the development
of 53 stacked townhouse units, continue to be
approved in principle, subject to the following
conditions:
2.
That all outstanding comments, conditions, and
requirements from Town and external agencies be
addressed to the satisfaction of the Director of
Planning and Development Services, prior to
execution of a Site Plan agreement; and
i.
That the Owner obtain Minor Variance approval for
the required exceptions to Zoning By-law No.
6000-17, as amended, as identified in Table 1 of
this report, from the Committee of Adjustment.
The Committee’s decision for the Minor Variance
shall be final and binding, and the applicant shall
satisfy any conditions of approval imposed by the
Committee; and
ii.
That the Owner enter into a Site Plan Agreement
with the Town to address requirements of the
Town and external agencies, including but not
limited to, the provision for payment by the Owner
of all applicable fees, securities, and any other
financial obligations; and
iii.
That Council revoke servicing allocation for six (6)3.
townhouse dwelling units.
7.1.9.OPS21-012 - Alternative Locations for the Aurora Family Leisure
Complex (AFLC) Skateboard Park
Report Attachment 1
That Report No. OPS21-012 be received for
information.
1.
7.1.10.OPS21-013 - Future Off Leash Dog Park Locations
Report Attachment 1
That Report No. OPS21-013 be received; and1.
That staff include the Engelhard Nursery property in the
10 Year Capital Plan for construction of a future Off
Leash Dog Park with trail connection to Sheppard’s
Bush/Tim Jones Trail System.
2.
7.1.11.OPS21-014 - Parkland Naming
Report Attachment 1
That Report No. OPS21-014 - Parkland Naming be referred back
to staff.
7.2.General Committee Meeting Report of June 15, 2021 43
7.2.1.Mayor's Golf Classic Funds Committee Meeting Minutes of May
27, 2021
Minutes
That the Mayor's Golf Classic Funds Committee
meeting minutes of May 27, 2021, be received for
information.
1.
7.2.2.PDS21-075 - Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning
By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, TFP Aurora
Developments Inc., 20 and 25 Mavrinac Boulevard
Blocks 1, 2 and 6, Plan 65M-3852, File Numbers: OPA-2017-01,
ZBA-2017-03 and SUB-2017-02
Report Figures 1-8 Appendices A-B Schedule A
That Report No. PDS21-075 be received; and1.
That Official Plan Amendment application OPA-2017-01
(TFP Aurora Developments Inc.) be approved to:
2.
Amend Schedule AA of OPA 30 to re-designate the
subject lands to “Low-Medium Density Residential”
and “Medium-High Density Residential”, and
amend Schedule ‘H’ of the Town of Aurora Official
Plan to identify a new Site Specific Policy Area, in
accordance with Figures 5 and 6 attached to this
report; and
a.
Amend OPA 30 policies to allow for a “6-storey
Supportive Housing (senior citizens’ home)
Building” as a permitted use, and allow for
maximum net residential density to be calculated
across all lands designated as Medium-High
Density Residential within the development; and
b.
That Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA-2017-
03 (TFP Aurora Developments Inc.) be approved to
rezone the subject lands to “Detached Fourth Density
Residential Exception R4(XX) Zone”, “Townhouse
Dwelling Residential Exception R8(XX) Zone”, and
“Second Density Apartment Residential Exception
RA2(XX) Zone”; and
3.
That should the applicant secure the lands between
Block 37 and 53 on the Draft Plan of Subdivision from
York Region as shown on Figure 4, that these lands be
rezoned from “Open Space O1 Zone” to “Townhouse
Dwelling Residential Exception R8(XX) Zone”; and
4.
That in accordance with Section 34 (17) of the
Planning Act, 1990 R.S.O., as amended, that no
further notice is required to be given in respect of
the proposed Zoning By-law, as inclusion of the
additional lands within the development is minor
and meets the general intent of the proposed
Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment
applications; and
a.
That the Draft Plan of Subdivision application SUB-
2017-02 (TFP Aurora Developments Inc.) be approved
to create 35 lots and 38 blocks, subject to the
conditions listed in Schedule ‘A’ to this report; and
5.
That the Director of Planning and Development
Services be authorized to approve minor redlined
6.
revisions to the draft plan prior to registration, if
necessary, should additional lands between Blocks 37
and 53 be secured from the Region of York; and
That Council grant an allocation of 685 persons from
the reserve to service the development of 37 single-
detached dwelling units and 209 townhouse dwelling
units within the Draft Plan of Subdivision; and
7.
That the implementing Official Plan Amendment be
forwarded to the Region of York for approval; and
8.
That the Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-2017-03 be
brought forward to a future Council Meeting following
approval of the implementing Official Plan Amendment
by the Region of York; and
9.
That in accordance with Section 45 (1.4) of the
Planning Act, 1990 R.S.O., as amended, an exemption
to the two-year moratorium on minor variance
applications after adoption of a privately initiated
zoning by-law amendment be granted to permit the
submission of a minor variance application(s), if
required, for consideration by the Committee of
Adjustment.
10.
7.2.3.CMS21-022 - Library Square Governance Update
Report
That Report No. CMS21-022 be received; and1.
That staff implement a unified Internet Technology
network across the entire Library Square complex,
including the Aurora Public Library; and
2.
That staff assume responsibility for all aspects of the
computer network for Library Square, including the
wide area network, local area network, Wi-Fi,
networking, and meeting room hardware/software
across the entire Library Square complex, including the
Aurora Public Library; and
3.
That staff report back in September with an IT
implementation status update, including service level
agreements for the Aurora Public Library and Aurora
Cultural Centre; and
4.
That staff assume responsibility for all facility bookings
across the entire Library Square complex, including the
meeting spaces adjoining the Aurora Public Library, but
not the remainder of the Library.
5.
7.2.4.CAO21-006 - Annual Reports to the Community: 2019 and 2020
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2 Presentation
That Report No. CAO21-006 be received for
information.
1.
7.2.5.FIN21-029 - Updated Development Charges Study and By-law
Approval
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
That Report No. FIN21-029 be received; and1.
That the updated Development Charges Background
Study report presented at the May 18, 2021 Special
Meeting of Council be adopted; and
2.
That the proposed amending Development Charges By-
law, included with the updated Development Charges
Background Study, be enacted on June 22, 2021.
3.
7.2.6.FIN21-031 - 2020 Year End Operating Budget Results - As of
Dec. 31, 2020
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
That Report No. FIN21-031 be received for information.1.
7.2.7.PDS21-071 - Town-Initiated Housekeeping Amendment to
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Number 6000-17
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
That Report No. PDS21-071 be received; and1.
That a by-law to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-Law
Number 6000-17 be enacted at a future Council
meeting.
2.
7.2.8.PDS21-074 - Application for Site Plan and Lifting of the Holding
Symbol, 460 – 480 William Graham Drive
Block 5, Plan 65M-4442, File Number: SP-2020-07, Related File
Number: OPA-2017-04, ZBA-2016-12
Report Figures 1-9
That Report No. PDS21-074 be received; and1.
That Site Plan Application File SP-2020-07 to permit the
construction of a seven (7) storey building with 125
independent living units be approved, in principle,
subject to the following conditions:
2.
That all outstanding comments and requirements
of the Town and external agencies be addressed
to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and
Development Services, prior to execution of a site
plan agreement;
a.
That the Owner enters into a Site Plan Agreement
with the Town to address requirements of the
Town and external agencies, including but not
limited to, the provision for payment by the Owner
of all applicable fees, securities, and any other
financial obligations; and
b.
That a Zoning By-law Amendment to remove the (H)
Holding Symbol be approved and that the amending By-
law be presented for enactment at a future Council
Meeting.
3.
7.2.9.PDS21-076 - Aurora Economic Development Corporation –
Project Funding Request
Report
That Report No. PDS21-076 be received; and1.
That the creation of a new project with total Capital
Budget Authority of $20,000 for the purposes of an
AEDC marketing campaign to be funded from the
Economic Development Reserve be approved; and
2.
That the management and distribution of the funds be
directed through the Economic Development Operating
Budget in accordance with the Town’s Finance and
Procurement processes.
3.
7.2.10.York Regional Council Highlights of May 27, 2021
Memorandum
That the York Regional Council Highlights of May 27,1.
2021, be received for information.
7.3.Budget Committee Meeting Report of June 1, 2021 56
8.Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
9.Motions
9.1.Councillor Kim; Re: Disc Golf in Aurora 58
9.2.Councillor Gilliland; Re: Invasive Species and Insects 59
9.3.Councillor Humfryes; Re: Food Insecurity in Aurora 60
10.New Business
11.By-laws
11.1.By-law Number XXXX-21 - Being a By-law to amend By-law Number
6128-18, to designate the Improvement Area to be known as the Aurora
Business Improvement Area and to establish the Aurora BIA Board of
Management.
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(General Committee Report No. PDS21-048, Apr 20, 2021)
*11.2.By-law Number XXXX-21 - Being a By-law to Amend By-law 6166-19, to
establish development charges for the Town of Aurora.
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(General Committee Report No. FIN21-029, Jun 15, 2021)
12.Closed Session
13.Confirming By-law
13.1.By-law No. XXXX-21 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council
resulting from a Council meeting on June 22, 2021
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14.Adjournment
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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
2021 Class of Inductees to the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame.
Javed S. Khan (President & Chair, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame)
Stephen Forsey (Chair, Induction Committee, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame)
The Aurora Sports Hall of Fame is a celebration of sport history and excellence; dedicated
to the recognition of the important place that sport has assumed within the fabric of Aurora.
Each year, we host an Induction Celebration Dinner, showcasing and honouring our latest
Class of Inductees into the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame.
Part of the process is to present the Class of Inductees at a Town Council meeting. This
gives us the opportunity to "officially" announce the Inductees to the general public.
Robin McDougall April 2021
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aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
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June 22, 2021
Disc Golf Community Course
Jeff MacKeigan & Todd Billo
ChainLink Disc Golf's Jeff MacKeigan and Aurora resident Todd Billo
To further conversation regarding bringing Disc Golf to the Aurora Community as per
Councilor Kim's Notice of Motion.
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Presented at General Committee Council Meeting February 2, 2021
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
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aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
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for consideration by either Council or Committees of Council must be submitted to
Legislative Services.
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June 22, 2021
June 1, 2021 General Committee Report PDS21-064 - Application for Site Plan
Approval, Silhouette Aurora Inc. (Formerly Bara Group), 15086-15106 Yonge Street
David Charezenko (Bousfields Inc.) on behalf of Silhouette Aurora Inc.
Provide clarification and feedback on the architectural design of the prposed
development in response to Council's previous comments.
Matthew Peverini and David Waters ongoing
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Town of Aurora
Council
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
7:00 p.m.
Video Conference
Council Members: Mayor Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Kim
Councillor Gaertner
Councillor Humfryes (arrived at 7:47 p.m.)
Councillor Thompson
Councillor Gilliland
Councillor Gallo
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Allan Downey, Director of Operations
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance
David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor
Eliza Bennett, Acting Manager, Corporate Communications
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
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Council consented to recess the meeting at 9:14 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:27 p.m.
Mayor Mrakas relinquished the Chair to Councillor Kim at 8:40 p.m. during the
consideration of Motions 9.4, 9.5, 9.6, and 9.7, and reassumed the Chair at 9:52
p.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, be approved.
Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, Councillor
Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (2): Councillor Kim, and Councillor Humfryes
Carried (5 to 0)
3. 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.
4. Community Presentations
4.1 Charles Banfield, Manager, Strategic Economic Initiatives, Region of York;
Re: York Small Business Enterprise Centre (YSBEC)
Mr. Banfield provided an overview of the York Small Business Enterprise
Centre (YSBEC) highlighting the services offered by the centre including
opportunities for consultations, business plan development and review,
seminar and webinar opportunities, and market research guidance. He
further provided details of the YSBEC Summer Company and Summer
Company Plus programs and mentioned that the centre also provides
various COVID-19 resources for the York Region Business community,
noting more information is available at yorklink.ca and
yorksmallbusiness.ca.
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Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the presentation be received.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Humfryes
Carried (6 to 0)
5. Delegations
None.
6. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the Consent Agenda Items, 6.1 to 6.6 inclusive, be approved.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Humfryes
Carried (6 to 0)
6.1 Council Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2021
1. That the Council meeting minutes of April 27, 2021, be adopted as
circulated.
Carried
6.2 Council Closed Session Minutes of April 20, 2021
1. That the Council Closed Session meeting minutes of April 20, 2021, be
adopted as circulated.
Carried
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6.3 Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of April 20, 2021
1. That the Council Closed Session Public meeting minutes of April 20,
2021, be adopted as circulated.
Carried
6.4 Council Workshop/Education Session Meeting Minutes of May 10, 2021
1. That the Council Workshop/Education Session meeting minutes of
May 10, 2021, be adopted as circulated.
Carried
6.5 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of May 11, 2021
1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of May 11, 2021, be
adopted as circulated.
Carried
6.6 Special Meeting of Council Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2021
1. That the Special Meeting of Council minutes of May 18, 2021, be
adopted as circulated.
Carried
7. Standing Committee Reports
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That the Standing Committee Reports, items 7.1 to 7.2, be received and the
recommendations carried by the Committee approved, with the exception of sub-
items 7.2.4 and 7.2.6, which were discussed and voted on separately as recorded
below.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Humfryes
Carried (6 to 0)
7.1 General Committee Report of May 4, 2021
7.1.1 Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 13, 2021
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Minutes
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April
13, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.1.2 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 14, 2021
Minutes
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
April 14, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.1.3 Community Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 15, 2021
Minutes
1. That the Community Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
April 15, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.1.4 Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism Task Force Meeting Minutes of
April 21, 2021
Minutes
1. That the Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism Task Force
meeting minutes of April 21, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.1.5 CS21-040 - 2022 Municipal Election - Voting Methods
Report
1. That Report No. CS21-040 be received; and
2. That the hybrid voting method, consisting of internet voting and
traditional paper ballot counted by optical scan voting
tabulators, be used for the 2022 municipal election; and
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3. That an extension of the single source contract with Dominion
Voting Systems to an 8th year be approved within the budget
available; and
4. That an alternate voting method by-law be enacted at a future
Council meeting.
Carried
7.1.6 PDS21-044 - Application for Site Plan Approval, Regional Municipality
of York, 14452 Yonge Street, File Number: SP-2020-14
Report Figures 1-9
1. That Report No. PSD21-044 be received; and
2. That Site Plan Application File SP-2020-14 to permit the
development of a Sewage Pumping Station, be approved in
principle, subject to the following conditions:
i. Resolution of all outstanding comments and requirements
from internal departments and external agencies including
the Region of York, the LSRCA and Central York Fire Services
to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning & Development
Services, prior to execution of a site plan agreement; and
ii. Execution of a site plan agreement between York Region and
the Town ensuring all Town and external agency
requirements are met.
Carried
7.1.7 CS21-039 - Electronic Advisory Committee Meetings
Report
1. That Report No. CS21-039 be received; and
2. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee continue to meet
electronically as required; and
3. That all other Committees of Council return to in-person
meetings when safe to do so; and
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4. That upon return to in-person meetings, all Advisory Committee
meetings continue to be live streamed to the public via
YouTube.
Carried
7.1.8 PDS21-050 - Application for Draft Plan of Condominium, Shimvest
Investments Limited, 6-32 Stubbs Lane
Report Figures 1-5 Schedule A
1. That Report No. PDS21-050 be received; and
2. That the Draft Plan of Condominium File Number CDM-2020-01
to establish a Standard Condominium tenure for nine (9)
townhouse dwelling units and two (2) semi-detached dwelling
units situated on a private road, be approved, subject to the
conditions attached hereto as Schedule “A” of this report.
Carried
7.2 General Committee Meeting Report of May 18, 2021
7.2.1 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 28,
2021
Minutes
1. That the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes
of April 28, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.2.2 Library Square Project Monitoring Task Force Meeting Minutes of
April 13, 2021
Minutes
1. That the Library Square Project Monitoring Task Force Meeting
Minutes of April 13, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.2.3 PDS21-053 - Region of York MCR Update - Aurora 2051 Growth
Forecasts
Report Attachment 1 Presentation
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1. That Report No. PDS21-053 be received for information.
Carried
7.2.4 CS21-017 - Modernized Noise By-law
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2 Attachment 3
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That Report No. CS21-017 - Modernized Noise By-law, be referred
back to staff for further public consultation.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner,
Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Humfryes
Carried (6 to 0)
7.2.5 CS21-049 - Single Source Technology Purchases - Ethernet
Switches/Cell Phones/Computers
Report
1. That Report No. CS21-049 be received; and
2. That a single source contract be awarded to Eclipse Technology
Solutions Inc. in the amount of $396,000 for the purchase of
ethernet switches; and
3. That a single source contract be awarded to Rogers in the
amount of $225,000 for the purchase of cell phones and cellular
plans; and
4. That a single source contract be awarded to Dell in the amount
of $1,000,000 for the purchase of computers.
Carried
7.2.6 FIN21-021 - Use of Safe Restart Grant Funding
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
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Council consented to vote on the fourth clause of the motion separately.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. FIN21-021 be received; and
2. That project #73292 – Picnic Tables, Benches and Garbage
Receptacles have its total capital budget authority increased by
$25,000, to $55,000, funded by Safe Restart grant; and
3. That project # 72469 – COVID-19 Related Facility Improvements
be created with a total capital budget authority of $72,550,
funded from the Safe Restart grant.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner,
Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and
Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
4. That the Treasurer be delegated the authority to amend the
funding source on Council approved projects to use Safe
Restart grant funding as appropriate.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner,
Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and
Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
7.2.7 PDS21-056 - Application for Site Plan Approval, 1623 Wellington
Street Developments Limited (Dilwari)
Part of Lot 20, Con. 3 Whitchurch, designated as Part 5 on Plan
65R39324 (formerly 1623 Wellington Street East), File Number: SP-
2021-03, Related File Number: C-2021-01, SP-2021-04
Report Figures 1-6
1. That Report No. PDS21-056 be received; and
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2. That Site Plan Application File SP-2021-03 to permit the
development of a Motor Vehicle Sales Establishment be
approved, in principle, subject to the following conditions:
i. That all outstanding comments and requirements from
Town and external agencies be addressed to the
satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Development
Services, prior to execution of a Site Plan agreement; and
ii. That the Owners enter into a Site Plan Agreement with the
Town to address requirements of the Town and external
agencies, including but not limited to, the provision for
payment by the Owner of all applicable fees, securities, and
any other financial obligations.
Carried
7.2.8 PDS21-052 - Application for Site Plan Approval, Aurora Self Storage
Inc. (and 1623 Wellington Street Developments Limited)
Part of Lot 20, Con. 3 Whitchurch, designated as Parts 3, 6, 7, 8, 9
and 10 on Plan 65R-39324 (formerly 1623 Wellington Street East),
File Number: SP-2021-04, Related File Number: C-2021-02, SP-2021-
03
Report Figures 1-5
1. That Report No. PDS21-052 be received; and
2. That Site Plan Application File SP-2021-04 to permit the
development of a Commercial Self Storage facility be approved,
in principle, subject to the following conditions:
i. That all outstanding comments and requirements from
Town and external agencies be addressed to the
satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Development
Services, prior to execution of a Site Plan agreement; and
ii. That the Owners enter into a Site Plan Agreement with the
Town to address requirements of the Town and external
agencies, including but not limited to, the provision for
payment by the Owner of all applicable fees, securities, and
any other financial obligations.
Carried
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7.2.9 York Regional Council Highlights of April 22, 2021
Regional Report
1. That the York Regional Council Highlights of April 22, 2021, be
received for information.
Carried
8. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
None.
9. Motions
9.1 Councillor Gaertner; Re: Construction in Residential Areas
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
Whereas construction in the form of intensification and new builds in older
areas is likely to increase; and
Whereas residents living close to construction sites can be negatively
impacted by noise, debris, vibrations, dust, property standards, and
equipment parked on the street; and
Whereas many of these complaints are caused by infractions of existing
By-laws; and
Whereas this causes unnecessary work for staff and quality of life issues
for residents;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to review
our existing By-laws and provide a report to Council on possible
improvements, including penalties, which would benefit affected
residents and staff workload.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
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9.2 Councillor Gaertner; Re: Project to Provide Off Leash Use of One Trail and
Park
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas it has been exceedingly difficult to find land in Aurora to
accommodate off leash dog parks; and
Whereas Aurora has been able to provide resident’s with only one such
park; and
Whereas it may be viable and effective to permit off leash use of some
trails and parks during dedicated times;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to
investigate a pilot project using one trail and park as “Off Leash”
during dedicated times, and report findings back to Council as soon as
possible.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
9.3 Councillor Gilliland; Re: Open Private Space and Private Parkland
Designation
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas the Town’s 2010 Official Plan designates certain Private Open
Space and Private Parkland lands that are located within the Natural
Heritage System; and
Whereas approximately 129 acres or 23% of the Private Parkland-Open
Space designations in the Official Plan are zoned for urban uses in the
Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-Law and have not been
comprehensively reassessed since 2010; and
Whereas if private open space and private parkland forms part of the
Natural Heritage System, it should be designated accordingly in the
Official Plan; and
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Whereas certain private open space lands and private parklands have
been the subject of recent development proposals that threaten the form
and function of environmental features, where an appropriate land use
designation would add clarity and add protection to our Natural Heritage
System notwithstanding ownership;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Official Plan review
determine which of the properties that are currently designated Private
Open Space and Private Parkland in the Town’s Official Plan that form
part of the Natural Heritage System irrespective of ownership be
considered for redesignation to an appropriate environmental land use
designation.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
9.4 Mayor Mrakas; Re: Town Wide Wi-Fi Access
Moved by Mayor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas the pandemic has had a direct impact on virtually every aspect of
our lives – where we work, how our children receive their education, how
we access medical care; and
Whereas not all families/residents in our Town can afford home internet
access or have reliable internet access, negatively impacting their ability
to access important services – including emergency services and health
care; and
Whereas the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) has stated
that expanding reliable, high-speed, and affordable broadband and cellular
connectivity across Ontario is a necessity, not a luxury; and
Whereas Town wide wi-fi access would allow for the Town of Aurora to
enhance our information output and capabilities as we continue to move
towards becoming a ‘Smart Town’; and
Whereas Town wide wi-fi access would enable all residents to access
information, supports, schooling and the ability to stay connected with
friends and family;
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1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved that Council direct staff to
investigate existing models of municipally implemented wi-fi services
to develop a proposed model for Aurora and report back to Council;
and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff investigate public-private partnership
models to consider for the potential implementation of such a wi-fi
service for the Town.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
9.5 Mayor Mrakas; Re: Review of Proclamations Policy
Moved by Mayor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas Proclamations are issued to acknowledge the efforts,
commitment and achievement of individuals and organizations that
enhance the community of Aurora, as well as to recognize public
awareness campaigns, charitable fundraising campaigns, and arts and
cultural celebrations of significance to the Town; and
Whereas the Town’s Proclamation Policy is one of the more restrictive
policies governing proclamations in the Region of York; and
Where the Proclamations Policy has not be reviewed since it was
approved by Council at the end of 2016;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved that staff review the
Proclamations Policy and report back to Council with
recommendations for a less restrictive policy.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
9.6 Mayor Mrakas; Re: Beaver Dam Removal
Moved by Mayor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
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Whereas beavers dam up the infrastructure of our stormwater
management ponds and streams, causing the flow to stop which can
result in extensive floods; and
Whereas the Town has a legislative responsibility to protect our
infrastructure from potential flooding due to damming; and
Whereas the Town currently uses existing humane methods of diverting
beavers away from our storm water management infrastructure – from
wrapping trees to specialized tree plantings; and
Whereas the Town has in past used the services of a licensed trapper
for beavers where no other solution is appropriate; and
Whereas the Town stopped trapping activities in December 2020 to
investigate water level control and flow devices used in a few other
municipalities such as London and Ottawa; and
Whereas Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) strongly
supports that storm water management systems are maintained and
operated in accordance with their respective Environmental Compliance
Approval (ECA) to ensure that people, property, and infrastructure are not
at risk from flooding;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to
discontinue the return to trapping and instead implement dam removal
as it is the only humane option available to the municipality at this time
and explore alternative water level management controls, including but
not limited to a water flow device expert, that would ensure
compliance with the respective Environmental Compliance Approval
(ECA); and
2. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this motion be sent to Hon. John
Yakabuski Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, Hon. Christine
Elliott, Deputy Premier, Michael Parsa, MPP, and all York Region
Municipalities.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
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9.7 Mayor Mrakas; Re: Reopening Outdoor Recreational Activities
The motion was withdrawn.
10. New Business
Mayor Mrakas advised that approximately 70% of the York Region adult
population has been vaccinated with a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Mayor Mrakas announced that a pop-up vaccination clinic will be held on May 29
and May 30, 2021 at the Aurora Community Centre from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. noting
that the clinic is for anyone 12 years of age and older who live, work, or attend
school in the Town of Aurora.
Councillor Thompson referred to the Town's plan on return to in-person meetings
based on the Provincial color-coded system and inquired if the plan would
change as the Province's reopening plan has been revised. Staff informed that
the returning to in-person Council meetings is being reviewed, along with other
facets of the Province's new three-step reopening plan, and an update is
forthcoming.
Councillor Humfryes extended appreciation to the Bylaw department staff for
their quick response to a graffiti concern reported in Town.
Councillor Humfryes extended appreciation to the Parks department for their
quick response to mitigate concerns regarding garbage receptacles at the Aurora
Farmer's Market and Artisans Fair.
Councillor Gilliland referred to residents' concerns regarding unkempt yards and
properties in the Highland Gate development area and inquired about the
appropriate contact to report any future concerns, and staff provided the contact
details and agreed to follow up.
Councillor Gaertner referred to a resident's concern regarding cyclists speeding
in trails and inquired about the means to ensure pedestrian safety and the
possibility of installing signage, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gaertner referred to the impact on York Region's 2021 budget due to
the public health response to the ongoing pandemic and inquired about the
means to offset the impact, and the Mayor provided clarification.
Mayor Mrakas advised that splash pads and park washrooms will open from
Friday, May 28, 2021.
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Mayor Mrakas expressed concern regarding unkempt lawns and boulevards
under the Metrolinx jurisdiction and inquired if Metrolinx could be notified, and
staff agreed to follow up.
11. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the By-laws, items 11.1 to 11.4 inclusive, be enacted, with the exception of
By-laws item 11.2 which was voted on separately as recorded below.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
11.1 By-law Number 6349-21 - Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5611-14,
to establish a record classification structure and retention periods for The
Corporation of the Town of Aurora.
11.2 By-law Number 6350-21 - Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6228-19,
as amended, to govern the proceedings of Council and Committee meetings
of the Town of Aurora.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the By-law item 11.2 be enacted.
Yeas (4): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Humfryes, and
Councillor Thompson
Nays (3): Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (4 to 3)
11.3 By-law Number 6351-21 - Being a By-law to levy a Special Charge upon
Rateable Property in the Aurora Business Improvement Area.
11.4 By-law Number 6352-21 - Being a By-law to set and levy the rates of
Taxation for the taxation year 2021.
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12. Closed Session
None.
13. Confirming By-law
13.1 By-law No. 6353-21 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting
from a Council meeting on May 25, 2021
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the confirming by-law be enacted.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
14. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:18 p.m.
Carried
Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
Special Meeting of Council
Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
6:00 p.m.
Video Conference
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Michael Thompson
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor John Gallo
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
Lisa Hausz, Manager, Economic Development and Policy
Nick Kazakoff, Economic Development Officer
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor
Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
This meeting served as the Annual General Meeting of the Aurora Economic
Development Corporation.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
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2. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, be approved.
Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Thompson, Councillor
Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (2): Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Humfryes
Carried (5 to 0)
3. 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.
4. Delegations
None.
5. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion
5.1 PDS21-060 - Aurora Economic Development Corporation Annual Report
2020
Tim Hammill, Chair, Board of Directors, Aurora Economic Development
Corporation (AEDC) presented an overview of the accomplishments of the
board in the year 2020. He provided details of the discussions carried out
by various subcommittees regarding topics such as Target Sector
Analysis, Downtown Economic Mix, C-Suite residents, and extended
appreciation to Members of Council for their continuous support and
contribution.
Nick Kazakoff, Economic Development Officer, provided further details of
the Target Sector Analysis project including the background and purpose
of the study, its alignment with the York Region Economic Development
Plan, and highlighted the key economy sectors and the Town's competitive
advantages. He further provided details of the recommended target
sectors of focus and the next steps regarding the project.
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Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report No. PDS21-060 be received; and
2. That the Aurora Economic Development Corporation’s Director’s
Report attached hereto as Attachment 1 be received; and
3. That the requirements regarding the appointment and duties of the
auditor be exempted for the financial year; and
4. That Council reappoint the following two (2) individuals to the Aurora
Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Board of Directors for a
term of three years:
i. Tim Hammill
ii. Steve Hinder
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Humfryes
Carried (6 to 0)
6. Confirming By-law
6.1 By-law No. 6348-21 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting
from a Special Meeting of Council on May 25, 2021
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the confirming by-law be enacted.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
7. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
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That the meeting be adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Carried
Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
Council Public Planning
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
7:00 p.m.
Video Conference
Council Members: Mayor Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Kim
Councillor Gaertner
Councillor Humfryes
Councillor Thompson
Councillor Gilliland
Councillor Gallo
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
David Waters, Director, Planning and Development Services
Rosanna Punit, Planner
Carlson Tsang, Planner
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk
Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 9:12 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:23 p.m.
Council consented to extend the hour past 10:30 to 11 p.m.
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Council consented to extend the hour to 11:30 p.m.
Council consented to extend the hour to 12 a.m.
Council consented to extend the hour to 12:30 a.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, be approved.
Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Thompson, Councillor
Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (2): Councillor Humfryes, and Councillor Gaertner
Carried (5 to 0)
3. 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.
4. Planning Applications
The Mayor outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the
public meeting. The Town Clerk confirmed that the appropriate notice was given
in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act.
4.1 PDS21-073 - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment, and
Draft Plan of Subdivision, Shining Hill Collections Inc., 162, 306, 370, 434
and 488 St Johns Sideroad West, File Number: OPA-2021-02, ZBA-2021-02
& SUB 2021-01
Consultants
Don Given, President of Malone Given Parsons Ltd., presented an overview
of the application including the revised submission plans, details of the
conceptual and landscape plan, site attributes including type of proposed
housing, amenities, and proposed design of the buildings.
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Planning Staff
Rosanna Punit, Planner, presented an overview of the application and staff
report respecting the proposal to accommodate a future residential block
consisting of 88 single detached dwelling lots, mid/high rise block with
approximately 233 units, a neighbourhood park block, a school block, and
a natural heritage system block. She noted that the proposal requires an
Official Plan amendment to amend the existing designations of OPA 37
consisting of Suburban Residential (SR-1), “Existing Major Institutional”,
“Supporting Area Open Space” and “Core Area Open Space” to “Suburban
Residential (SR-1)”, “Stable Residential”, “Environmental Protection”,
“Public Parkland”, “Core Area Open Space” and “Supporting Area Open
Space”; and a Zoning By-law amendment to re-zone the subject lands from
“Oak Ridges Moraine - Rural (RU-ORM)”, “Rural (RU)” and “Institutional (I)”
to: “Detached Third Density Exception X” (R3-X), “Detached Fourth Density
Exception X” (R4-X), “Second Density Apartment Residential Exception X”
(RA2-X), “Institutional Exception X” (I-X), “Oak Ridges Moraine
Environmental Protection Zone” (EP-ORM) “Environmental Protection”
(EP) and “Public Open Space” (O1). She further provided an overview of
the next steps and summary of the public comments received thus far.
Public Comments
Aurora residents, Nella Mauceri, Dzintra Schlotter, Marie Loureiro, Gordon
Logan, Maricella Sauceda, Wendy Kenyon, Shawn Xiong, Pierre Geoffroy,
and George Skoulikas expressed the following comments:
Opposition to the proposed development proposal
Concerns regarding:
o Increase in density as a result of the proposed development
o Proposed height of the apartment building and incompatibility with
the neighbourhood profile
o Proposed development plan contrary to existing zoning purpose
o Number of proposed units and storeys for the apartment building
o Lack of safe pedestrian pathways to access south side of St.
John's Sideroad
o Pedestrian safety
o Increase in traffic congestion on St. John's Sideroad as a result of
the proposed development
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o Increase in noise pollution
o Lack of traffic mitigation measures at access points of the
development, and at Cliff Trail and Willow Farm Lane intersections;
challenge of turning onto St. John's Sideroad
o Speeding vehicles and safety on St. John's Sideroad
o Removal of mature trees and increase in carbon levels
o Impact to the existing wildlife species and natural habitats
o Inadequate environmental protection buffers around sensitive
areas
o Noise and light disturbance and encroachment into the natural
heritage system
o Lack of amenities in the area
Questions regarding:
o Location and possibility of extending the proposed sidewalk on St.
John's Sideroad to Yonge Street and Bathurst Street
o Measures to manage traffic flow on St. John's Sideroad
o Trail connections (retention of existing trails and new connections)
o Timing and availability of the traffic study
o Possibility of alternate access point from Yonge Street or Bathurst
Street
o Measures to protect wildlife species and the existing natural
heritage system
o Servicing allocation
Suggestions regarding:
o Relocation of entrance into the development area to mitigate traffic
congestion
o Install adequate pedestrian walkways or extend sidewalk on St.
John's Sideroad
o Improve measures at access points to mitigate traffic congestion
o Reduce number of storeys and units in apartment building proposal
o Conserve natural setting of the area, protect trees, and existing
wildlife habitats
o Conduct additional traffic assessment of St. John's Sideroad
specifically during peak hours
Planning Staff and Applicant
Staff addressed concerns and questions regarding the extension and
location of the proposed sidewalk, noise mitigation, removal of mature
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trees, servicing allocation, and pedestrian access across St. John's
Sideroad. Staff further addressed questions regarding traffic mitigation on
St. John's Sideroad and noted that access points to the development will
have traffic mitigation measures installed.
Mr. Given addressed concerns and questions regarding the proposed
height and number of units, area density, natural heritage study and
protection of existing wildlife habitats, trail connections, timing and details
of the traffic study, and alternate access to the development area from
Yonge Street or Bathurst Street.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
1. That Report No. PDS21-073 be received; and
2. That the comments presented at the Public Meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services in a report to a future Public
Planning Meeting.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
4.2 PDS21-062 - Applications for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment,
2601622 Ontario Inc., 26, 30, 32 and 34-38 Berczy Street, Lot 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,
Part of Lot 10W/S Berczy St PL 68, OPA-2020-01 & ZBA-2020-01
Consultants
Ryan Guetter, Senior Vice President, Weston Consulting, presented an
overview of the application including details of the proposed use, Zoning
By-law and Official Plan amendments, heritage impact assessment,
proposed landscape plan, design of the building, and the next steps.
Planning Staff
Carlson Tsang, Planner, presented an overview of the application and staff
report respecting the proposal to facilitate the development of a 7-storey
mixed use apartment building with a total of 356 units. He noted that the
proposal requires an Official Plan amendment proposing a new site-
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specific policy to increase the maximum building height from 5-storey to
7-storey and reduce the minimum size of the Urban Square to 50 m2; and
re-zone the subject properties from "E1(10) Employment Zone" to "PDS1 -
Promenade Downtown Shoulder Exception Zone". He further provided an
overview of the comprehensive tertiary plan submitted by the applicant,
highlighted the next steps, and provided a summary of the public
comments received thus far.
Public Comments
Aurora residents, Ron Weese, Steve Sinclair, Daniela Frisoni, and Frank
Arnett, expressed the following comments:
Opposition to the proposed development
Concerns regarding:
o Proposed development plan not aligned with the historical
character of the neighbourhood
o Proposed height of the building and number of storeys
o Proposed rear yard setback resulting close proximity to
surrounding residential units
o Impact on privacy and quality of life
o Increase in parking and traffic congestion in the area
o Increase in density due to proposed development
o Proposed grade separation
o Proposed removal of property from the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value and Interest
o Potential higher property taxes and property values
Questions regarding
o Proposed setbacks and any associated variances
o Purpose of the proposed urban square
o Realignment of traffic flow on Berczy Street
o Measures to mitigate any noise
Planning Staff and Applicant
Staff addressed questions regarding the purpose of the urban square,
realignment of traffic flow on Berczy Street and alternate options, and the
rear yard setback variance.
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Mr. Guetter addressed concerns regarding the proposed height, number of
storeys, setbacks, rear yard setback variance, and measures to mitigate
noise.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report No. PDS21-062 be received; and
2. That comments presented at the Public Meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services in a report to a future Public
Planning meeting.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
5. Confirming By-law
5.1 By-law No. 6354-21 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from a Council Public Planning Meeting on June 8, 2021
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the confirming by-law be enacted.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (7 to 0)
6. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the meeting be adjourned at 12:26 a.m.
Carried
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Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
General Committee
Meeting Report
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
7 p.m.
Video Conference
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Councillor John Gallo
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
Sara Tienkamp, Acting Director of Operations
Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance
David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
Eliza Bennett, Interim Manager, Corporate Communications
Phillip Rose, Manager, Library Square
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 8:57 p.m. and
reconvened the meeting at 9:12 p.m.
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2. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services.
3. 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.
4. Community Presentations
None.
5. Delegations
None.
6. Consent Agenda
Consent Agenda item 6.1 was considered following consideration of section 7.
6.1 Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner; Re: Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of March 26 and April 23,
2021
General Committee recommends:
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Board Meeting Highlights of March 26 and April 23, 2021, be
received for information.
Carried
7. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
General Committee recommends:
That the Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, items 7.1 to 7.2 inclusive, be
received.
Carried
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7.1 Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 11, 2021
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 11,
2021, be received for information.
Carried
7.2 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2021
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 12,
2021, be received for information.
Carried
8. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
8.1 FIN21-027 - Draft Fiscal Strategy
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance, provided an overview
of the proposed Fiscal Strategy including financial sustainability, the four
fiscal strategy pillars, strategic elements, and next steps.
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN21-027 to be received; and
2. That the presented draft fiscal strategy for the Town be approved.
Carried
8.2 CMS21-018 - Library Square Renaming
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS21-018 be received for information.
Carried
8.3 PDS21-059 - Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Deferral Agreement – Board of
Trustees of the Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge Street
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-059 be received; and
2. That the Cash-in-Lieu payment of $68,500 apportioned to the property
owned by the Board of Trustees of the Aurora United Church be
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deferred until such time that the uses or other circumstances change
on the property located at 15186 Yonge Street.
Carried
8.4 PDS21-061 - Request for Increased Capital Budget Authority for the Aurora
Snow Storage Facility - Lambert Willson Park
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-061 be received; and
2. That the total approved budget authority for Capital Project No. 34006
be increased to $1,190,000.00, representing an increase of $290,000 to
be funded from the Services Related to a Highway DC and Storm Water
Reserves; and
3. That $175,200 and $114,800 in previously approved capital budget
authority for Project No. 34707 and 31108, respectively be transferred
to Project No. 34006.
Carried
8.5 PDS21-064 - Application for Site Plan Approval, Silhouette Aurora Inc.
(Formerly Bara Group), 15086-15106 Yonge Street
Part of Lots 1 and 2, Registered Plan 9, and Lots 51 and 52, Registered
Plan 246, File Number: SP-2018-03
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-064 be received; and
2. That the revised development concept for Site Plan Application File
SP-2018-03 to permit the development of 53 stacked townhouse units,
continue to be approved in principle, subject to the following
conditions:
i. That all outstanding comments, conditions, and requirements from
Town and external agencies be addressed to the satisfaction of the
Director of Planning and Development Services, prior to execution
of a Site Plan agreement; and
ii. That the Owner obtain Minor Variance approval for the required
exceptions to Zoning By-law No. 6000-17, as amended, as
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identified in Table 1 of this report, from the Committee of
Adjustment. The Committee’s decision for the Minor Variance shall
be final and binding, and the applicant shall satisfy any conditions
of approval imposed by the Committee; and
iii. That the Owner enter into a Site Plan Agreement with the Town to
address requirements of the Town and external agencies, including
but not limited to, the provision for payment by the Owner of all
applicable fees, securities, and any other financial obligations; and
3. That Council revoke servicing allocation for six (6) townhouse dwelling
units.
Carried
8.6 OPS21-012 - Alternative Locations for the Aurora Family Leisure Complex
(AFLC) Skateboard Park
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS21-012 be received for information.
Carried
8.7 OPS21-013 - Future Off Leash Dog Park Locations
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS21-013 be received; and
2. That staff include the Engelhard Nursery property in the 10 Year
Capital Plan for construction of a future Off Leash Dog Park with trail
connection to Sheppard’s Bush/Tim Jones Trail System.
Carried
8.8 OPS21-014 - Parkland Naming
General Committee recommends:
Motion to refer
That Report No. OPS21-014 - Parkland Naming be referred back to staff.
Motion to refer
Carried
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9. Notices of Motion
None.
10. Regional Report
None.
11. New Business
Councillor Humfryes expressed appreciation to staff for distributing burlap to
residents from the Joint Operations Centre and requested an update on the
Town's current infestation of Lymantria dispar dispar (LDD). Staff provided
information regarding the Town's response, communication plan, and how
residents can protect their trees.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the impact of climate change and whether the
Town had considered spraying to control the LDD infestation, and staff provided
a response.
12. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder regarding the Aurora Farmers' Market
and Artisans Fair held each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Town Park.
Councillor Gilliland noted that second-dose COVID-19 vaccine appointments are
now available for residents 80 years of age and older, and extended a reminder
about the PinkCars.ca volunteer-based service that helps seniors book and get to
their appointments.
Mayor Mrakas noted that the flags at all Town facilities have been lowered and
will remain at half-mast for 215 hours in memory of the 215 Indigenous children
whose remains have been found buried at a former residential school in
Kamloops, British Columbia. Council observed a moment of silence in honour of
their lives.
13. Closed Session
None.
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14. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
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Town of Aurora
General Committee
Meeting Report
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
7 p.m.
Video Conference
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Councillor John Gallo
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Allan Downey, Director of Operations
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance
David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
Eliza Bennett, Interim Manager, Corporate Communications
Lisa Hausz, Manager, Economic Development and Policy
Michael Mulvenna, Manager, IT
Phillip Rose, Manager, Library Square
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
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General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 9:02 p.m. and
reconvened the meeting at 9:13 p.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative
Services, with the addition of the following item on a two-thirds vote:
Notice of Motion 9.3 - Councillor Humfryes; Re: Food Insecurity in Aurora
3. 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.
4. Community Presentations
4.1 Kim Clark, Gazelle & Co., and Erin Cerenzia, Magna, Neighbourhood
Network; Re: Engaged, Inclusive Communities: Phase 1 Summary
Erin Cerenzia provided brief opening remarks and thanked Council for its
support of the engaged, inclusive communities project, a collaborative
project between Magna's Neighbourhood Network and the Towns of
Aurora, Newmarket, and East Gwillimbury. Kim Clark presented an
overview of the summary report including the project focus and elements
of phase 1 and phase 2.
General Committee received the presentation for information.
5. Delegations
5.1 Don Given, Malone Given Parsons Ltd.; Re: Item 8.1 - PDS21-075 -
Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and
Draft Plan of Subdivision, TFP Aurora Developments Inc., 20 and 25
Mavrinac Boulevard
Don Given presented a brief overview of the applications for Official Plan
and Zoning By-law amendments and draft plan of subdivision, including
changes since the previous submission in October 2020, and requested
Council's support of the staff recommendations.
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General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation
to Item 8.1.
6. Consent Agenda
None.
7. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
7.1 Mayor's Golf Classic Funds Committee Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2021
General Committee recommends:
1. That the Mayor's Golf Classic Funds Committee meeting minutes of
May 27, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
8. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
General Committee consented to consider items in the following order: 8.1, 8.2,
8.4, 8.6, 8.7, 8.8, 8.3, and 8.5.
8.1 PDS21-075 - Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, TFP Aurora Developments Inc.,
20 and 25 Mavrinac Boulevard, Blocks 1, 2 and 6, Plan 65M-3852, File
Numbers: OPA-2017-01, ZBA-2017-03 and SUB-2017-02
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-075 be received; and
2. That Official Plan Amendment application OPA-2017-01 (TFP Aurora
Developments Inc.) be approved to:
a. Amend Schedule AA of OPA 30 to re-designate the subject lands to
“Low-Medium Density Residential” and “Medium-High Density
Residential”, and amend Schedule ‘H’ of the Town of Aurora Official
Plan to identify a new Site Specific Policy Area, in accordance with
Figures 5 and 6 attached to this report; and
b. Amend OPA 30 policies to allow for a “6-storey Supportive Housing
(senior citizens’ home) Building” as a permitted use, and allow for
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maximum net residential density to be calculated across all lands
designated as Medium-High Density Residential within the
development; and
3. That Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA-2017-03 (TFP Aurora
Developments Inc.) be approved to rezone the subject lands to
“Detached Fourth Density Residential Exception R4(XX) Zone”,
“Townhouse Dwelling Residential Exception R8(XX) Zone”, and
“Second Density Apartment Residential Exception RA2(XX) Zone”; and
4. That should the applicant secure the lands between Block 37 and 53
on the Draft Plan of Subdivision from York Region as shown on Figure
4, that these lands be rezoned from “Open Space O1 Zone” to
“Townhouse Dwelling Residential Exception R8(XX) Zone”; and
a. That in accordance with Section 34 (17) of the Planning Act, 1990
R.S.O., as amended, that no further notice is required to be given in
respect of the proposed Zoning By-law, as inclusion of the
additional lands within the development is minor and meets the
general intent of the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law
Amendment applications; and
5. That the Draft Plan of Subdivision application SUB-2017-02 (TFP
Aurora Developments Inc.) be approved to create 35 lots and 38
blocks, subject to the conditions listed in Schedule ‘A’ to this report;
and
6. That the Director of Planning and Development Services be authorized
to approve minor redlined revisions to the draft plan prior to
registration, if necessary, should additional lands between Blocks 37
and 53 be secured from the Region of York; and
7. That Council grant an allocation of 685 persons from the reserve to
service the development of 37 single-detached dwelling units and 209
townhouse dwelling units within the Draft Plan of Subdivision; and
8. That the implementing Official Plan Amendment be forwarded to the
Region of York for approval; and
9. That the Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-2017-03 be brought forward
to a future Council Meeting following approval of the implementing
Official Plan Amendment by the Region of York; and
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10. That in accordance with Section 45 (1.4) of the Planning Act, 1990
R.S.O., as amended, an exemption to the two-year moratorium on
minor variance applications after adoption of a privately initiated
zoning by-law amendment be granted to permit the submission of a
minor variance application(s), if required, for consideration by the
Committee of Adjustment.
Carried
8.2 CMS21-022 - Library Square Governance Update
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS21-022 be received; and
2. That staff implement a unified Internet Technology network across the
entire Library Square complex, including the Aurora Public Library; and
3. That staff assume responsibility for all aspects of the computer
network for Library Square, including the wide area network, local area
network, Wi-Fi, networking, and meeting room hardware/software
across the entire Library Square complex, including the Aurora Public
Library; and
4. That staff report back in September with an IT implementation status
update, including service level agreements for the Aurora Public
Library and Aurora Cultural Centre; and
5. That staff assume responsibility for all facility bookings across the
entire Library Square complex, including the meeting spaces adjoining
the Aurora Public Library, but not the remainder of the Library.
Carried
8.3 CAO21-006 - Annual Reports to the Community: 2019 and 2020
Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, presented a brief overview
of the annual reports to the community for the years 2019 and 2020.
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CAO21-006 be received for information.
Carried
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8.4 FIN21-029 - Updated Development Charges Study and By-law Approval
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN21-029 be received; and
2. That the updated Development Charges Background Study report
presented at the May 18, 2021 Special Meeting of Council be adopted;
and
3. That the proposed amending Development Charges By-law, included
with the updated Development Charges Background Study, be enacted
on June 22, 2021.
Carried
8.5 FIN21-031 - 2020 Year End Operating Budget Results - As of Dec. 31, 2020
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN21-031 be received for information.
Carried
8.6 PDS21-071 - Town-Initiated Housekeeping Amendment to Comprehensive
Zoning By-law Number 6000-17
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-071 be received; and
2. That a by-law to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Number 6000-
17 be enacted at a future Council meeting.
Carried
8.7 PDS21-074 - Application for Site Plan and Lifting of the Holding Symbol, 460
– 480 William Graham Drive, Block 5, Plan 65M-4442, File Number: SP-
2020-07, Related File Number: OPA-2017-04, ZBA-2016-12
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-074 be received; and
2. That Site Plan Application File SP-2020-07 to permit the construction
of a seven (7) storey building with 125 independent living units be
approved, in principle, subject to the following conditions:
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a. That all outstanding comments and requirements of the Town and
external agencies be addressed to the satisfaction of the Director
of Planning and Development Services, prior to execution of a site
plan agreement;
b. That the Owner enters into a Site Plan Agreement with the Town to
address requirements of the Town and external agencies, including
but not limited to, the provision for payment by the Owner of all
applicable fees, securities, and any other financial obligations; and
3. That a Zoning By-law Amendment to remove the (H) Holding Symbol
be approved and that the amending By-law be presented for
enactment at a future Council Meeting.
Carried
8.8 PDS21-076 - Aurora Economic Development Corporation – Project Funding
Request
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS21-076 be received; and
2. That the creation of a new project with total Capital Budget Authority
of $20,000 for the purposes of an AEDC marketing campaign to be
funded from the Economic Development Reserve be approved; and
3. That the management and distribution of the funds be directed
through the Economic Development Operating Budget in accordance
with the Town’s Finance and Procurement processes.
Carried
9. Notices of Motion
9.1 Councillor Kim; Re: Disc Golf in Aurora
Whereas a local resident delegated to Council earlier in the year explaining
the popularity and benefits of disc golf; and
Whereas disc golf is a fast-growing sport that people of all ages and
physical conditioning can participate in; and
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Whereas disc golf courses have seen double-digit increases since 2015
and Canadian membership in the Canadian Disc Golf Association has
experienced year-over-year growth for more than a decade; and
Whereas disc golf has many benefits including low cost of entry,
decreases both stress and obesity, increases the use of existing park
space, can be played 365 days per year, and is one of the few activities
available to be played in a COVID environment; and
Whereas the Parks and Recreation Master Plan states that the Town must
be prepared to appropriately respond to future requests and that these
demands may arise for existing activities/facilities or for those that evolve
according to future trends and preferences;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to
investigate the following, but not be limited to:
a. The feasibility of making disc golf available in Aurora;
b. Identifying locations;
c. Identifying and reviewing disc golf organizational providers in this
sector;
d. Reviewing the experience of other municipalities;
e. Any resources required; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back by the end of October
2021.
9.2 Councillor Gilliland; Re: Invasive Species and Insects
Whereas invasive species and insects such as garlic mustard, dog
strangling vine and Lymantria dispar dispar (LDD) are present in all of
Aurora, including private and public properties that cause havoc in our
environment; and
Whereas volunteers of the Aurora Community Arboretum primarily care for
the Arboretum lands to control various invasive species and insects; and
Whereas the Environmental Advisory Committee and the general public
have expressed the need to mitigate invasive species through an
education campaign and safe extraction of invasive species, as deemed
appropriate; and
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Whereas barriers to the public expressed difficulty identifying invasive
weeds and insects by photos alone, as well as how to safely treat, handle
and/or dispose of them; and
Whereas a hands-on Invasive Weed Cleanup Day would benefit the
community to help identify invasive weeds, mitigate, attract and diversify
more volunteers, and inform residents of all ages; and
Whereas it would be beneficial to include educational information and
samples of invasive weeds and insects, as deemed appropriate by staff, at
an in-person pop-up campaign to help identify, safe handling, dangers,
awareness and mitigation techniques;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town integrate a pilot
program to collaborate with the existing Town of Aurora Cleanup Day
starting in 2022 to include an Invasive Weed Cleanup Day in specific
areas identified by the Town; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the Town Parks Division (in collaboration
with the Arboretum) introduce an in-person pop-up education
campaign at events such as the Aurora Farmers’ Market to help
identify, treat, safe handling and/or disposal of invasive species and
insects, as deemed appropriate by Town staff and volunteer
opportunities.
9.3 Councillor Humfryes; Re: Food Insecurity in Aurora
Whereas according to the York Region Nutritious Food Basket 2019 fact
sheet “(for) many families in York Region, incomes are inadequate to
afford the cost of nutritious food…” with 1 in 9 households experiencing
some form of food insecurity affecting their access to healthy food; and
Whereas the Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council states that, “COVID-
19 has highlighted the urgent need for all of us to work together to build
healthy, sustainable, and just food systems”; and
Whereas municipalities can play a direct, strategic role in facilitating the
development of more secure and sustainable local food networks and
promoting food security programs; and
Whereas Aurora and York Region currently have several local food security
initiatives such as Community Gardens, the Good Food Box, the York
Region Food Network and the recently initiated local program Project
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LetUs, a scaleable food security project, that seek to support residents in
meeting their food needs; and
Whereas growing your own food has positive impacts on the personal
health and well-being of residents by providing a COVID-19 safe,
environmentally friendly activity that enables residents to stay active while
fostering food security and food literacy; and
Whereas vegetable gardening has positive impacts on our environment -
and in particular on climate change - by reducing water use, greenhouse
gas emissions, fossil fuel use, food waste, food packaging and use of
chemical pesticides and fertilizers; and
Whereas programs that encourage residents to grow produce at home,
and where possible donate a share of their homegrown crops to
neighbours, local food banks/meal programs, and build food security for
their families are key to fostering food resiliency in our community; and
Whereas there is a recognized need to support projects that are COVID-19
safe activities that keep residents active while at the same time fostering
important food literacy skills; and
Whereas many municipalities offer seed sharing and other vegetable
gardening programs to encourage residents to grow their own food; and
Whereas Aurora does not yet have a municipally supported backyard
gardening program or municipally supported food security initiative; and
Whereas towns and cities across the country have developed municipal
food security strategies, including food security charters, and advisory
councils with a goal towards supporting their community on food issues,
enhancing public health, and fostering better food literacy and security for
all residents;
1. Now Therefore Be it Hereby Resolved That staff report back on how
the municipality can better address the issue of food insecurity in
Aurora by:
a. Investigating the possibility of creating a Food Charter for Aurora;
and
b. Investigating the creation of a volunteer Food Security Advisory
Committee that will:
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i. Initiate the development of and support the implementation of a
Town of Aurora Food Strategy with a goal towards better
access to quality, safe, nutritious, and culturally appropriate
food for all residents; and
ii. Foster support for local food security initiatives such as
backyard gardening programs, and container gardening
programs that ensure greater food security and food literacy in
Aurora.
10. Regional Report
10.1 York Regional Council Highlights of May 27, 2021
General Committee recommends:
1. That the York Regional Council Highlights of May 27, 2021, be received
for information.
Carried
11. New Business
Councillor Gilliland inquired about the timing of a pending staff report regarding a
crosswalk at Henderson Drive, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Humfryes provided background on the crosswalk issues at Henderson
Drive.
Councillor Humfryes inquired about a walkway in Cousins Park at Royal Road
that has been blocked due to reconstruction, and staff agreed to follow up with
the Councillor.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the potential for a pedestrian-activated light at
the crosswalk on Henderson Drive, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the St. Andrew's College boardwalk, which is
currently closed off, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Thompson inquired about the status of the Town's revised reopening
and return to work plans, and staff provided a response.
Mayor Mrakas provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic situation noting
that the province has announced support for the expansion of twelve new mental
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health beds and support spaces at Southlake Regional Health Centre. He further
noted that as of today 76.7% of York Region's adult population have received
their first dose, 21.1% of adults are fully vaccinated, and 14 new cases were
reported in York Region.
12. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Gaertner announced that June is National Indigenous History Month
and June 21, 2021, is National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Mayor Mrakas noted that the provincial government has pledged $10 million
toward the identification, investigation, protection, and commemoration of
Indigenous residential school burial sites.
Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder about the Aurora Farmers' Market and
Artisans Fair held each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Town Park.
Councillor Gilliland extended congratulations to Glen Moray who has been
appointed as the new Artistic Outreach Coordinator for the Aurora Cultural
Centre.
Councillor Gilliland inquired about the outlook for second doses of the Astra
Zeneca vaccine in York Region, and the Mayor provided a response.
Mayor Mrakas announced the following activities and events in Aurora:
Splash pads are now open; visit aurora.ca/splashpads for more information.
Participate in Cycle Aurora and celebrate Aurora's scenic trails until July 1,
2021; visit aurora.ca/cycleaurora for more information.
The Summer Camps 2021 Program Guide is now available; visit
aurora/recguide for more details and register online at aurora.ca/eplay.
Canada Day celebrations will be held from June 26 to July 3, 2021; visit
aurora.ca/canadaday for more information.
During the month of June, the Online Skylight Gallery is featuring works by
artist Robert Hinves in his show "Historical Look at Ontario Landscapes",
which are for sale and can be viewed at aurora.ca/skylightgallery.
Interactive Take Home Kits can be purchased online through an e-PLAY
account; visit aurora.ca/takehomekits for more details.
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13. Closed Session
None.
14. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:38 p.m.
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Town of Aurora
Budget Committee
Meeting Report
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
6:15 p.m.
Video Conference
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Councillor John Gallo
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
Sara Tienkamp, Acting Director of Operations
Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance
David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services
Eliza Bennett, Acting Manager, Corporate Communications
Sandeep Dhillon, Senior Advisor, Financial Management
Jason Gaertner, Manager, Financial Management
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
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1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m.
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2. Approval of the Agenda
Budget Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services.
3. 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.
4. Delegations - Opportunity for Members of the Public to Provide Input Regarding
the 2022 Operating and 2022 Capital Budgets
No delegation requests were received from the public.
Jason Gaertner, Manager, Financial Management, provided a brief overview of
the 2022 budget engagement plan and public feedback received to date
including the Youth Engagement Committee, budget webpage visits, and
responses through the online budget survey, noting the increased public interest
and that Council would receive a detailed report on the budget feedback.
5. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Motion
Notice given June 15, 2021
Re: Disc Golf in Aurora
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Harold Kim
Date: June 22, 2021
Whereas a local resident delegated to Council earlier in the year explaining the
popularity and benefits of disc golf; and
Whereas disc golf is a fast-growing sport that people of all ages and physical
conditioning can participate in; and
Whereas disc golf courses have seen double-digit increases since 2015 and Canadian
membership in the Canadian Disc Golf Association has experienced year-over-year
growth for more than a decade; and
Whereas disc golf has many benefits including low cost of entry, decreases both stress
and obesity, increases the use of existing park space, can be played 365 days per year,
and is one of the few activities available to be played in a COVID environment; and
Whereas the Parks and Recreation Master Plan states that the Town must be prepared
to appropriately respond to future requests and that these demands may arise for
existing activities/facilities or for those that evolve according to future trends and
preferences;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to investigate the
following, but not be limited to:
a. The feasibility of making disc golf available in Aurora;
b. Identifying locations;
c. Identifying and reviewing disc golf organizational providers in this sector;
d. Reviewing the experience of other municipalities;
e. Any resources required; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back by the end of October 2021.
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Motion
Notice given June 15, 2021
Re: Invasive Species and Insects
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Date: June 22, 2021
Whereas invasive species and insects such as garlic mustard, dog strangling vine and
Lymantria dispar dispar (LDD) are present in all of Aurora, including private and public
properties that cause havoc in our environment; and
Whereas volunteers of the Aurora Community Arboretum primarily care for the
Arboretum lands to control various invasive species and insects; and
Whereas the Environmental Advisory Committee and the general public have expressed
the need to mitigate invasive species through an education campaign and safe
extraction of invasive species, as deemed appropriate; and
Whereas barriers to the public expressed difficulty identifying invasive weeds and
insects by photos alone, as well as how to safely treat, handle and/or dispose of them;
and
Whereas a hands-on Invasive Weed Cleanup Day would benefit the community to help
identify invasive weeds, mitigate, attract and diversify more volunteers, and inform
residents of all ages; and
Whereas it would be beneficial to include educational information and samples of
invasive weeds and insects, as deemed appropriate by staff, at an in-person pop-up
campaign to help identify, safe handling, dangers, awareness and mitigation techniques;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town integrate a pilot program to
collaborate with the existing Town of Aurora Cleanup Day starting in 2022 to
include an Invasive Weed Cleanup Day in specific areas identified by the Town;
and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the Town Parks Division, in collaboration with the
Arboretum, introduce an in-person pop-up education campaign at events such as
the Aurora Farmers’ Market to help identify, treat, safe handling and/or disposal
of invasive species and insects, as deemed appropriate by Town staff and
volunteer opportunities.
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Motion
Notice given June 15, 2021
Re: Food Insecurity in Aurora
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Date: June 22, 2021
Whereas according to the York Region Nutritious Food Basket 2019 fact sheet “(for)
many families in York Region, incomes are inadequate to afford the cost of nutritious
food…” with 1 in 9 households experiencing some form of food insecurity affecting their
access to healthy food; and
Whereas the Canadian Food Policy Advisory Council states that, “COVID-19 has
highlighted the urgent need for all of us to work together to build healthy, sustainable,
and just food systems”; and
Whereas municipalities can play a direct, strategic role in facilitating the development of
more secure and sustainable local food networks and promoting food security
programs; and
Whereas Aurora and York Region currently have several local food security initiatives
such as Community Gardens, the Good Food Box, the York Region Food Network, and
the recently initiated local program Project LetUs, a scaleable food security project, that
seek to support residents in meeting their food needs; and
Whereas growing your own food has positive impacts on the personal health and well-
being of residents by providing a COVID-19 safe, environmentally friendly activity that
enables residents to stay active while fostering food security and food literacy; and
Whereas vegetable gardening has positive impacts on our environment—and, in
particular, on climate change—by reducing water use, greenhouse gas emissions, fossil
fuel use, food waste, food packaging and use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers; and
Whereas programs that encourage residents to grow produce at home, and where
possible donate a share of their homegrown crops to neighbours, local food
banks/meal programs, and build food security for their families are key to fostering
food resiliency in our community; and
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Whereas there is a recognized need to support projects that are COVID-19 safe
activities that keep residents active while at the same time fostering important food
literacy skills; and
Whereas many municipalities offer seed sharing and other vegetable gardening
programs to encourage residents to grow their own food; and
Whereas Aurora does not yet have a municipally supported backyard gardening
program or municipally supported food security initiative; and
Whereas towns and cities across the country have developed municipal food security
strategies, including food security charters, and advisory councils with a goal towards
supporting their community on food issues, enhancing public health, and fostering
better food literacy and security for all residents;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff report back on how the municipality
can better address the issue of food insecurity in Aurora by:
a. Investigating the possibility of creating a Food Charter for Aurora; and
b. Investigating the creation of a volunteer Food Security Advisory Committee that
will:
i. Initiate the development of, and support the implementation of, a Town of
Aurora Food Strategy with a goal toward better access to quality, safe,
nutritious, and culturally appropriate food for all residents; and
ii. Foster support for local food security initiatives such as backyard gardening
programs, and container gardening programs, that ensure greater food
security and food literacy in Aurora.
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-21
Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6128-18, to designate the
Improvement Area to be known as the Aurora Business Improvement Area
and to establish the Aurora BIA Board of Management.
Whereas on September 18, 2018, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
(the “Town”) enacted By-law Number 6128-18, to designate the improvement area to be
known as the Aurora Business Improvement Area and to establish the Aurora BIA Board
of Management;
And whereas on April 27, 2021, the Council of the Town passed a motion contained in
Report No. PDS21-048, to amend By-law Number 6128-18, to allow for additional forms
of notice for meetings and to modify the calculation of quorum at member meetings;
And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend By-
law Number 6128-18;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts as
follows:
1. Section 6.4 of By-law Number 6128-18 be and is hereby deleted and replaced
with the following:
“6.4 No business shall be transacted at a meeting of the Board of Management
unless quorum is present.”
2. Section 6.12 and Section 8.9 of By-law Number 6128-18 are hereby amended by
deleting the word “physically”.
3. Section 8.3 of By-law Number 6128-18 be and is hereby deleted and replaced
with the following:
“8.3 Notice for all Members’ meetings shall be provided to each Member by:
(a) sending it by prepaid mail not less than thirty (30) days prior to the
meeting to the address last provided by the Member to the Board of
Management or, where no address is provided, to the property
address of the owner(s) indicated on the last municipal
assessment roll;
(b) sending it by e-mail not less than twenty (20) days prior to the
meeting to any Members that have provided an e-mail address to
the Board of Management for the purpose of receiving
correspondence relating to the Aurora Business Improvement Area
at the provided e-mail address; or
(c) delivering it personally not less than ten (10) days prior to the
meeting.
In addition to the above, the Board of Management shall make reasonable
efforts to provide additional notice of any meetings of the Members using
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public media, such local newspapers and social media accounts or
websites associated with the Town or the Board of Management.”
4. Section 8.6 of By-law Number 6128-18 be and is hereby deleted and replaced
with the following:
“8.6 No business shall be transacted at any meeting of Members unless:
(a) at least 10% of all the Members or at least ten (10) Members,
whichever is lesser, are present, or
(b) quorum of the Board of Management is present, as set out in
section 6.3 above.”
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 22nd day of June, 2021.
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-21
Being a By-Law to Amend By-Law 6166-19, to establish development
charges for the Town of Aurora.
Whereas the Town of Aurora enacted By-law 6166-19 pursuant to the Development
Charges Act, 1997, S.O. 1997, c. 27, as amended (the “Act”), which Act authorizes
Council to pass by-laws for the imposition of development charges against land;
And Whereas the Town has undertaken a study pursuant to the Act which has provided
an updated Schedule B to By-law 6166-19;
And Whereas Council has before it a report entitled “Town of Aurora 2021 Development
Charge Update Study” prepared by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., dated April
22, 2021 (the “update study”);
And Whereas the update study and proposed amending by-law were made available to
the public on April 22, 2021 and Council gave notice to the public pursuant to section 12
of the Act.
And Whereas Council, on May 18, 2021 held a meeting open to the public, pursuant to
section 12 of the Act, at which Council considered the study, and written and oral
submissions from the public;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts as
follows:
1. By-law 6166-19 is hereby amended as follows:
A. Addition of Rental Housing to the definitions in section 1 as follows:
“Rental housing” means development of a building or structure with four or more
dwelling units all of which are intended for use as rented residential premises
B. Addition of Institutional development to the definitions in section 1 as
follows:
“Institutional development” means development of a building or structure
intended for use,
a) as a long-term care home within the meaning of subsection 2(1) of the
Long- Term Care Homes Act, 2007;
b) as a retirement home within the meaning of subsection 2(1) of the
Retirement Homes Act, 2010;
c) by any of the following post-secondary institutions for the objects of the
institution:
i. a university in Ontario that receives direct, regular, and ongoing
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operating funding from the Government of Ontario,
ii. a college or university federated or affiliated with a university
described in subclause (i), or
iii. an Indigenous Institute prescribed for the purposes of section 6 of
the Indigenous Institutes Act, 2017;
d) as a memorial home, clubhouse or athletic grounds by an Ontario branch
of the Royal Canadian Legion; or
e) as a hospice to provide end of life care.
C. Addition of non-profit housing development to the definitions in section 1
as follows:
“Non-profit housing development” means development of a building or structure
intended for use as residential premises by,
a) a corporation without share capital to which the Corporations Act applies,
that is in good standing under that Act and whose primary object is to
provide housing;
b) a corporation without share capital to which the Canada Not-for-profit
Corporations Act applies, that is in good standing under that Act and
whose primary object is to provide housing; or
c) a non-profit housing co-operative that is in good standing under the Co-
operative Corporations Act.
D. Addition of Interest rate to the definitions in section 1 as follows:
"Interest rate" means the annual rate of interest calculated at the Town’s D.C.
Interest Policy;
E. Addition of Class to the definitions in section 1 as follows:
“Class” means a grouping of services combined to create a single service for the
purposes of this by-law and as provided in section 7 of the Development Charges
Act;
F. Replace Section 2.0 with the following:
Designation of Services/Class of Services
2.1 The categories of services/class of services for which development
charges are imposed under this By-law are as follows:
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a) Library Services;
b) Fire Services;
c) Parks and Recreation Services;
d) Municipal Parking Spaces;
e) General Government (Studies);
f) Services Related to a Highway;
g) Wastewater Services; and
h) Water Supply and Distribution Services.
2.2 The components f the services/class of services designated in subsection
2.1 are described in Schedule “A” to this By-law.
G. Addition of the following university exemption to Section 3.5:
New bullet (i) – Land vested in or leased to a university that receives regular and
ongoing operating funds from the government for the purposes of
post-secondary education is exempt from development charges
imposed under the Development Charges Act, 1997 if the
development in respect of which development charges would
otherwise be payable is intended to be occupied and used by the
university.
H. Addition of policies related to the timing of development charges
payments. These will be included after section 3.15 of the development
charges by-law:
New Section – 3.16 Notwithstanding subsections 3.14 and 3.15, development
charges for rental housing and institutional developments are due
and payable in 6 installments commencing with the first installment
payable on the date of first occupancy certificate issued, and each
subsequent installment, including interest, payable on the
anniversary date each year thereafter.
New Section – 3.17 Notwithstanding subsections 3.14 and 3.15 development
charges for non-profit housing developments are due and payable
in 21 installments commencing with the first installment payable on
the date of first occupancy certificate issued, and each subsequent
installment, including interest, payable on the anniversary date each
year thereafter.
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New Section – 3.18 Where the development of land results from the approval of
a site plan or zoning by-law amendment received on or after
January 1, 2020, and the approval of the application occurred within
2 years of building permit issuance, the development charges under
subsections 3.6 and 3.7 shall be calculated on the rates set out in
Schedule "B" on the date of the planning application, including
interest. Where both planning applications apply development
charges under subsections 3.6 and 3.7 shall be calculated on the
rates, including interest, set out in Schedule "B" on the date of the
later planning application, including interest.
I. Sections 3.16 and 3.17 of the by-law are renumbered to 3.19 and 3.20
respectively.
J. Addition of a Section 3.21 for “Rules with Respect to Exemptions for New
Development”
“3.21 Notwithstanding the provisions of this By-law, no development charge shall
be payable where the development:
(a) is limited to the creation of an additional dwelling unit as prescribed, in
prescribed classes of new residential buildings as set out in the
Regulations to the Development Charges Act, 1997; and
(b) is limited to the creation of an additional dwelling unit ancillary to a new
dwelling unit for prescribed classes of new residential buildings as set out
in the Regulations to the Development Charges Act, 1997.”
K. Replace Section 6 with the following:
“The following schedules to this By-law form an integral part of this By-
law:
Schedule “A” – Components of Services/Classes of Services Designated
in subsection 2.1
Schedule “B” – Residential and Non-Residential Development Charges
Schedule “C” – Calculation of Development Charge Credits Provided to
Residential Derelict Buildings
L. Schedule “A” is deleted and the attached Schedule “A” is substituted
therefore.
M. Schedule “B” is deleted and the attached Schedule “B” is substituted
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therefore.
2. This by-law shall come into force and effect at 12:01am on the June 23, 2021.
3. Except as amended by this by-law, all provisions of By-law 6166-19, as amended,
are and shall remain in full force and effect.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this XXth day of June, 2021.
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Tom Mrakas, Mayor
___________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Schedule “A”
Town Aurora
Components of Services/Class of Services
Town-wide Services/Class of Services:
1) Library Services;
2) Fire Services;
3) Parks and Recreation Services
4) Municipal Parking Spaces;
5) General Government (Studies);
Town-wide Engineered Services:
6) Services Related to a Highway;
7) Wastewater Services; and
8) Water Supply and Distribution Services.
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Schedule “B”
Schedule of Development Charges
Service
Residential Non-Residential
Single and Semi-
Detached Dwelling
Multiples Apartments -
Large
Apartments -
Small
Special
Care/Special
Dwelling Units
(per sq.ft. of
Gross Floor Area)
(per sq.m. of
Gross Floor Area)
Town-Wide Services:
Fire Services 891 662 538 369 275 0.37 3.98
Parks and Recreation Services 14,683 10,916 8,867 6,079 4,524 0.65 7.00
Library Services 1,525 1,134 921 631 470 0.07 0.75
General Development 776 577 469 321 239 0.32 3.44
Total Town-Wide Services 17,875 13,289 10,795 7,400 5,508 1.41 15.17
Town-Wide Engineering Services
Services Related to a Highway 6,139 4,564 3,707 2,542 1,892 2.55 27.45
Wastewater Services 734 546 443 304 226 0.30 3.23
Water Supply and Distribution Services 377 280 228 156 116 0.16 1.72
Total Town-Wide Engineered Services 7,250 5,390 4,378 3,002 2,234 3.01 32.40
Grand Total 25,125 18,679 15,173 10,402 7,742 4.42 47.57
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Municipal Parking Development Charges - Effective until September 18, 2022
Service Residential Non-Residential
Single and Semi-
Detached Dwelling
Multiples Apartments -
Large
Apartments -
Small
Special
Care/Special
Dwelling Units
(per sq.ft. of
Gross Floor Area)
(per sq.m. of
Gross Floor Area)
Town-Wide Services:
Municipal Parking Spaces 12 9 7 5 4 0.01 0.11
Total Development Charges Payable
Service
Residential Non-Residential
Single and Semi-
Detached Dwelling
Multiples Apartments -
Large
Apartments -
Small
Special
Care/Special
Dwelling Units
(per sq.ft. of
Gross Floor Area)
(per sq.m. of
Gross Floor Area)
Development Charges Payable:
Effective until September 18, 2022 25,137 18,688 15,180 10,407 7,746 4.43 47.68
Effective September 19, 2022 25,125 18,679 15,173 10,402 7,742 4.42 47.57
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The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-21 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting from a Council meeting on June 22, 2021. The Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows:
1. That the actions by Council at its Council meeting held on June 22, 2021, in
respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the
Council at the said meeting is hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed.
2. That the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized and
directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain
approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary in
that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate
seal to all such documents.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 22nd day of June, 2021.
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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