AGENDA - General Committee - 20081202GENERAL COMMITTEE
AGENDA
NO.08-39
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008
1:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
27/11 /08
AURORA
TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
NO. 08-39
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
Councillor Buck in the Chair
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Il APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department be
approved.
/I/ ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES
General Committee Meeting Minutes, 08-38, November 18, 2008 pg. 1
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the General Committee Meeting minutes 08-38 be adopted.
IV DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
V ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
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VI DELEGATIONS
None
Vll PRESENTATIONS BY THE COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE
Vlll CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
IX NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION —COUNCILLORS
X CLOSED SESSION
Personal Matter
RECOMMENDED:
THAT General Committee resolve into a Closed Session to consider:
- A personal matter about an identifiable individual, including municipal
or local board employees
XI ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEMS
1. HAC08-07 — Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes pg. 10
November 3, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
November 3, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations
contained therein be approved.
2. EAC08-09 — Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes pg. 20
November 6, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
November 6, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations
contained therein be approved.
3. EDAC08-09 —Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting pg. 30
Minutes - November 13, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting minutes
from the November 13, 2008 meeting be received and the
recommendations contained therein be approved.
4. TSAC08-07 — Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting pg. 39
Minutes - November 19, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
November 19, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations
contained therein be approved.
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5. PL08-122 — Application for Site Plan Approval pg. 48
Sazeh Construction Inc.
158 Don Hillock.Drive
File D11-07-08
RECOMMENDED:
THAT, subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, Site Plan
Application D11-07-08 be approved to permit the construction of a 2
storey, 3,608m2 (38,837 ft2) multi -unit industrial building; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Site Plan
Agreement.
6. PL08-123 — Application for Zoning Amendment and pg. 56
Site Plan Approval
6768148 Canada Limited
219 Old Yonge Street
File D11-12-08
RECOMMENDED:
THAT, subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, Site Plan
Application D11-12-08 be approved for the conversion of the existing
residential dwelling for business and professional offices excluding
medical uses; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Site Plan
Agreement; and
THAT Council allocate one (1) unit of servicing allocation for the
residential use; and
THAT Implementing Zoning By-law 5093-08.D be enacted to rezone the
subject lands from "Row Dwelling Residential Holding Exception Zone (H)
(R6-52)" to "Special Mixed Density Residential (R5-33) Exception Zone" to
permit a residential dwelling, and business and professional offices,
excluding medical uses.
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7. PL08-127 — Application for Site Plan Approval pg. 68
RT Properties Inc.
67 Industrial Parkway North
File D11-18-08
RECOMMENDED:
THAT, subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, Site Plan
application D11-18-08 be approved to permit the construction of a 2
storey, 1,900m2 (20,451ft2) multi -unit industrial building; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Site Plan
Agreement between the Town and RT Properties Inc.
8. PLO8-129 — Application for Site Plan Approval pg. 80
Monopoli Holdings Inc.
144 Wellington Street East
File D11-15-08
RECOMMENDED:
THAT, subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, Site Plan
Application D11-15-08 be approved to permit the conversion of the
existing residential dwelling for business and professional office uses
(excluding medical), retail uses, and a residential use as additional
permitted uses; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Site Plan
Agreement,
9. CS08-043 - Council Pending.List pg. 87
RECOMMENDED:
THAT report CS08-043 be received for information purposes.
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10. PL08-118 — Application for Site Plan Approval pg. 129
Region of York Police, Investigative Services and
Support Services Facility
Lots 15,16 & 17, Plan 65M-3974 and Pt. Lot 19,
Conc. 3 EYS
Southwest Corner Don Hillock Drive and Goulding Avenue
File D11-14-08
RECOMMENDED:
THAT, subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, the Site Plan
Application submitted by the Region of York Police Investigative Services
and Support Services Facility, File: D11-14-08, to permit the construction
of a four (4) storey 22,690m2 office building and three (3) storey
15,630m2 garage on the total 3.03 ha parcel, be approved; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Site Plan
Agreement; and
THAT, prior to the execution of the Site Plan Agreement, Council shall
have approved a request from the Region of York granting an easement
and/or encroachment agreement to allow the construction of a road and a
temporary turning circle at the southerly terminus of Goulding Avenue; and
THAT the preparation and registration of the easement/encroachment
agreement documents and road construction works occur at no cost to the
Town.
11. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer and pg. 148
the Marketing/Communications Co-ordinator
Re: Proposed Budget for Prince of Wales Communications and
Marketing Strategy
RECOMMENDED;
THAT the memorandum regarding the proposed budget for the Prince of
Wales Communications and Marketing Strategy be received for information.
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TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
NO. 08-38
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Councillor Granger in the Chair; Mayor Morris,
Councillors Buck (arrived at 7:07 p.m. and left at
10:35 p.m.), Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner (arrived at 7:05
p.m.), Gallo, MacEachern, McRoberts and Wilson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Acting Chief Administrative Officer, Director of
Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building,
Director of Leisure Services, Director of Planning,
Director of Public Works, Director of Financial
Services/Treasurer, and Council/Committee Secretary
Councillor Granger called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
11 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
General Committee recommends:
THAT the agenda as, circulated by. the Corporate Services Department,
with the following additional items, be approved:
➢ Delegation b)'- Mr. Charles Sequeira, Seniors' Association
Re: Item 7 - PW08-W — Implementation of a Snow Windrow
Clearing Program for Seniors and Physically
Challenged Residents
➢ Delegation c) — Mr. Terry Redvers
Re: Item 8 - ADM08-018 —Aurora Sports Dome— Permit Fees
➢ New Item 17 - FS08-053 —Building Canada Fund "
➢ Closed Session:
Labour Relations Matter - CAO Recruitment
Labour Relations Matter— Integrity Commissioner Appointment
CARRIED
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Ill ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES
Special General Committee Meeting Minutes, 08-36, October 27, 2008
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Special General Committee Meeting minutes 08-36 be adopted.
CARRIED
General Committee Meeting Minutes, 08-37, November 4, 2008
THAT the General Committee Meeting minutes 08-37 be adopted.
CARRIED
IV -DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 16 and 17 were identified for discussion.
V ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
General Committee recommends:
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as
"Items not Requiring Separate Discussion" be adopted as submitted to the
General Committee and staff be authorized to take all necessary action
required to give effect to same:
ART08-08 —Arts and Culture Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
October 30, 2008
THAT the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
October 20, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations
contained therein be approved.
2. AAC08.05 — Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
November 5, 2008
THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
November 5, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations
contained therein be approved.
4. Central York Fire Services — Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes
September 16, 2008 and October 21, 2008
THAT the Central York Fire Services — Joint Council Committee meeting
minutes from September 16, 2008 and October 21, 2008 be received for
information.
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5. PL08-120 —Application to Amend the Zoning By-law
Robert Delcourt and Rut Chan Lin
268 Kennedy Street West
Part Lot 79, Concession 1 King, Part 4, 65R-27428
File D14-05-07
Related Consent File D10-(04-05)-07
THAT report PL08-120 be received as information, and
THAT servicing allocation for two (2) residential infill building lots be
provided to the subject application from the core area infill assignment,
and
THAT Council enact implementing Zoning By-law 5090-08.D related to the
Zoning By-law Amendment Application for Robert Delcourt and Rui Chan
Lin (File D14-05-07).
6. PW08-045 —York Region Transit— Annual Service Plan — 2009 Draft Report
THAT Council receive report PW08-045 for information regarding York
Region Transit Annual Service Plan 2009 Draft Report, and
THAT Council request York Region Transit to address the comments of
this report.
12. CS08-042—Council Pending List
THAT report CS08-042 — Council Pending List be received for information.
14. FS08-060 — Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of Property Taxes under
Section 357 of the Municipal Act
THAT the property taxes in the amount of $36,371.61 be adjusted in
accordance with Section 357 of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O. 2001 c. 25,
as amended, of which the Town of Aurora's share totals $10,148.42, and
THAT the associated interest, if applicable, be cancelled in proportion to
the property taxes adjusted, and
THAT the Director of Finance/Treasurer be directed to adjust the
Collector's Roll to reflect these property tax Adjustments.
15. Correspondence from York Region
Re: Town of Aurora's Enquiry on the Region's Information Report on
Proposed Sites for Private Electric Power Generation
THAT the correspondence from York Region regarding the Town of
Aurora's enquiry on the Region's information report on proposed sites for
private electric power generation be received for information.
CARRIED
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VI DELEGATIONS
a) Mr. Vino Jeyapalan, CEO and Founder, Youth Environmental
Network of York Region
Re: Item 3 (Delegation ) - Ecological Action Conference
Mr. Vino Jeyapalan addressed General Committee to request support from the
Town of Aurora for an Ecological Action Conference. Mr. Jeyapalan advised that
the conference would run from 9:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on April 1, 2009 and that
Council Chambers would be required in order to hold approximately 200 people
for the keynote session, as well as several other meeting rooms for other
sessions. Mr. Jeyapalan requested financial support in the amount of $3,723.50
in order to cover catering, promotional materials and other sundry items. Also,
Mr. Jeyapalan advised that the fee for Ms Severen Suzuki, the keynote speaker,
would be covered by PowerStream.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT item 3 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
3. EAC08-09 — Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
November 6, 2008
General Committee recommends:
THAT the matter pertaining to an Ecological Action Conference be
referred to the Environmental Advisory Committee to decide whether
this initiative, in the amount of $3,723.50, should be funded from that
committee's budget.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT the balance of the Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
minutes from the November 6, 2008 meeting be received and the
recommendations contained therein be approved.
CARRIED
(b) Mr. Charles Sequeira, Seniors' Association
Re: Item 7 — PW08-047 — Implementation of a Snow Windrow
Clearing Program for Seniors and Physically Challenged
Residents
(Added Item)
Mr. Charles Sequeira addressed General Committee to request that the
proposed snow windrow clearing program be provided at no cost to eligible
residents. Mr. Sequeira indicated that, since the snow windrows are created by
Town vehicles, the removal of them should be the Town's responsibility. Mr.
Sequeira also advised that many municipalities in York Region offer this service
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General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to item 7 on
the agenda.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
General Committee recommends:
THAT item 7 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
PW08-047 — Implementation of a Snow Windrow Clearing Program
for Seniors and Physically Challenged Residents
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Town of Aurora provide the snow windrow clearing
program at full cost recovery for $70 per household; and
THAT Council direct staff to report back in the Spring of 2009 on the
programs successes and challenges; and
THAT, when the program is reviewed in the Spring of 2009, the
options of outsourcing the entire program to an external contractor
with no Town involvement, and delivering the program through a
tendering process, be considered; and
THAT staff be directed to review the 40 "hot spots" indentified; and
THAT windrow clearing requests from residents be referred to
Neighbourhood Network for volunteer services; and
THAT local high school students be encouraged to fulfill their
volunteer requirements through offering windrow clearing to seniors.
General Committee considered the.following amendment.
THAT the Director of Public Works send a letter to all local high
school principals, requesting that a program be set up for students
to offer windrow clearing in order to fulfill volunteer requirements.
CARRIED
The main recommendation was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
(c) Mr. Terry Redvers, President, Aurora Sports Dome
Re: Item 8 — ADM08-018 — Aurora Sports Dome — Permit Fees
(Added Item)
Mr. Terry Redvers addressed General Committee to provide a chronology
pertaining to the establishment of the tri-party agreement between the Town of
Aurora, the Aurora Youth Soccer Club and the Aurora Sports Dome, and
subsequent events. Mr. Redvers advised that the agreement indicated the Town
of Aurora would waive all fees, charges and taxes for the Aurora Sports Dome.
Mr. Redvers was subsequently requested to pay $32,000 in building permit fees,
which he expected to be returned to him as per the agreement, and for which he
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General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT item 8 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
ADM08-018 — Aurora Sports Dome — Permit Fees
General Committee recommends:
THAT report ADM08-018 regarding the Aurora Sports Dome _ Permit
Fees be received for information; and
THAT the Town of Aurora provide a full reimbursement of the
building permit fees to the Aurora Sports Dome of $32,155; and
THAT all necessary steps be taken to facilitate the payment.
General Committee considered the following amendment:
THAT, if legally permitted, the Director of Finance be directed to take
the funds for compensation from the Building Reserve Fund.
CARRIED
The main recommendation was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Vll PRESENTATIONS BY THE COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE
None
V111 CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
9. FS08-052 — Update of the AMO/LAS Electricity Program
General Committee recommends:
THAT report "Update of the AMO/LAS Electricity Program" be received for
information; and
THAT Council reconfirm our position to join the AMO/LAS Electricity
Program.
CARRIED
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10. LS08-049 — Leisure Services Corporate Sponsorship Revenue Reserve
Fund
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council approve a reserve fund for all Leisure Services corporate
sponsorship dollars raised annually by the department, and
THAT all excess funds beyond the annual budget target be placed in the
reserve: and
THAT all deficit funding below the annual budget target be provided from
the reserve.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
General Committee recommends:
THAT item 13 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
13. BA08-009 - CSI Aurora — Survey Results and Customer Service Models
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council receive report BA08-009 as background information on the
Customer Service Initiative, CSI Aurora; and
THAT report BA08-009 be referred to a Special General Committee
meeting to be scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2008 to discuss
Customer Service for the Town.
CARRIED
11. LS08-050 — Energy Management Retro-fits Aurora Community Centre
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council award the contract for Arena Ice Plant Energy Management
Retro-fits at the Aurora Community Centre to CIMCO Refrigeration in the
amount of $61,501.00, excluding GST.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
16. LS08-048 — Alternative Ground Covers for Municipal Boulevards
(deferred from November 4, 2008 General Committee)
General Committee recommends:
THAT the General Committee receive report LS08-048 as information,
and
THAT the General Committee refer this report to the Environmental
Advisory Committee for their consideration; and
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THAT the General Committee direct staff to report back to Council
regarding the development of a small scale test trial program of
alternative ground covers on municipal boulevards.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
General Committee recommends:
THAT meeting be extended until 11:00 p.m.
CARRIED
17. FS08-053 — Building Canada Fund
(Added Item)
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Town of Aurora approve the application for a Building
Canada Fund Grant in the amount of $4,840,000 for Wastewater
Infrastructure Rehabilitation; and
THAT the Town's one third share of the funding come from the
Water/Sewer Obligatory Reserve Fund.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT meeting be extended until 11:15 p.m.
CARRIED
IX NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION— COUNCILLORS
Mayor Morris advised that the Town of Aurora received a letter from the Ministry
of Finance and Ministry of Revenue advising that the Town has received a capital
grant in the amount of $1,716,413.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about point #11 in the agreement between the Town
of Aurora and the Aurora Sports Dome with respect to who would be responsible
for the supply and installation of air conditioning, to which the Director of Leisure
Services responded that it would be the Town of Aurora's expense.
Councillor Granger requested an update pertaining to sponsorship for the
Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre, to which the Director of Leisure Services
responded that Spirit Aurora indicated its dissatisfaction with Council's decision
to alter the appearance of the plaques which would recognize sponsors. The
Director advised that he has requested written confirmation from Spirit Aurora
that they are no longer interested in participating, but that this has not yet been
received by the Town and therefore, the sponsors have not yet been contacted
with an update. Mayor Morris requested that the Director of Leisure Services
provide a memorandum outlining the circumstances.
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X CLOSED SESSION
Labour Relations Matters
(Added Item)
General Committee recommends:
THAT General Committee resolve into a Closed Session to consider:
- Labour Relations Matter CAD Recruitment
- Labour Relations Matter— Integrity Commissioner Appointment
CARRIED
XI ADJOURNMENT
General Committee recommends:
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
CARRIED
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 08-38 WAS CONSIDERED
AND APPROVED BY COUNCIL AT ITS MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER
25, 2008, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ITEMS 3 AND 7, WHICH WERE DISCUSSED
AND APPROVED AS AMENDED.
PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR LUCILLE KING, TOWN CLERK
11 PC
SUBJECT: Heritage Advisory Committee -Recommendation Summary from
Monday, November 3, 2008
DATE: December 2, 2008
RECOMMENDATIONS
ADOPTION Of MINUTES
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora meeting minutes HAC08-06,
dated Monday September 8, 2008 be adopted.
DELEGATIONS
Delegation a) Ms Mina Rowe
Re: Item 3 - 33 Centre Street - Proposed Demolition
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to item 3.
2. Selection of Chair and Vice -Chair
This matter was addressed at a previous meeting.
3. Memorandum from the Community Planner
Re: 33 Centre Street. - Proposed Demolition
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee support the application for demolition on 33
Centre Street, subject to the following:
THAT the concerns of the neighbouring residents, with respect to landscaping and
sightlines, be taken into consideration; and
THAT, prior to the demolition of the building, an advertisement be placed in one
issue of the local newspaper to give notice of an opportunity for possible relocation
and interior/exterior salvage of the subject building; and
THAT, prior to the demolition of the building, the aluminum siding be removed to
allow for the original structure to be photographed and documented.
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4. PL08-112 - Doors Open Aurora 2009 - Event Planning
THAT the Doors Open Aurora 2009 — Event Planning report dated November 3,
2008 be received as information; and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that staff be directed to
pursue various sights for the next Doors Open Aurora, including, but not limited to
the following:
•
The Bunker
•
Caruso's
•
McKenzie Marsh
•
Hillary House
•
The Catholic Church
•
Oakland Hall
•
Willow Farm
•
Church Street School
•
Bacon Basketware
5. PLO8-114 - Prince of Wales Prize - Town of Aurora is the Recipient for 2008
THAT the information report concerning the awarding of the 2008 Prince of Wales
Prize for Stewardship of the Built Heritage be received.
6. PL08-115 - Projects Reviewed by the Community Plannerfrom July to October
2008
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee Report titled "Projects Reviewed by the
Community Planner from July to October 2008",be received as information; and
THAT a report be brought forward to the December 2008 meeting of the Heritage
Advisory Committee with respect to the designation of 65 Wellington Street East
under the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT, in the event that the building is confirmed to be preserved in the proposed
development at 5 Tyler Street, a report be brought forward with respect to the
designation of 5 Tyler Street under the Ontario Heritage Act.
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INFORMATION ITEMS
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No. HAC08-07
7. Heritage Designations Update
8. Correspondence from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
Re: Volunteer Services Award Nominations
9. Publication from Ontario Heritage Trust Entitled "Heritage Matters"
10. Publication from Community Heritage Ontario Entitled "CHOnews"
THAT items 7; 8, 9 and 10 be received for information.
11. Pending List
THAT the Pending List be received for information; and
THAT Michael Seaman be requested to review and update the pending list, and
remove any items that have been completed or are no longer active or relevant.
12. Memorandum from the Manager of Legislative Services
Re: Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study Steering Committee
(ADDED ITEM)
THAT Andries Godschalk be appointed as the representative of the Heritage
Advisory Committee of Aurora to sit on the Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study
Steering Committee.
13. Young Heritage Leaders Awards for 2008
ADDED ITEM
Michael Seaman advised that he has submitted an application to nominate the
Queen's York Rangers, Royal Canadian Army Cadets Corp. #2799 (Aurora) for the
Young Heritage. Leaders Awards for 2008.
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ATTACHMENTS
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Attachment #1 — Heritage Advisory Committee Minutes of November 3, 2008
Prepared by. Carrie Eastwood, Council/Committee Secretary Ext. 4225
Carrie Eastwood
Council/Committee Secretary
On behalf of the Heritage Advisory Committee
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AURORA
COMMITTEE MINUTES
MEETING NO. 08-07
Committee: Heritage Advisory Committee
Date: Monday November 3, 2008
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m., Holland Room
Committee Members: Vice Chair, Donna Smith, Councillor McRoberts, Councillor
Collins-Mrakas, Bill Newman, Andries Godschalk and Lynne
McKenzie
Members Absent: Stan Rycombel, Chair and John McIntyre
Other Attendees: Michael Seaman, Community Planner,and Carrie Eastwood,
Council/Committee Secretary
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Seconded by A. Godschalk
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department,
with the following additions, be approved.
12. Memorandum from the Manager of Legislative Services
Re: Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study Steering Committee
13. Young Heritage Leaders Awards for 2008
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ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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1. Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora meeting minutes of Monday,
September 8, 2008 HAC08-06
Moved by Councillor McRoberts
Seconded by L. McKenzie
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora minutes HAC08-06,
dated Monday, September 8, 2008 be adopted.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
a) Ms Mina Rowe
Re: Item 3 - 33 Centre Street- Proposed Demolition
Ms Mina Rowe provided a brief explanation of the history of her business,.
Sormeh Spa & Inn, and the reasons for applying for this proposed demolition
which will permit expanded parking and allow her business' clientele to grow. Ms
Rowe advised that over the past three years, she has been very cooperative and
helpful in providing all of the necessary documents, fees and work for the Town
with respect to this application. Ms Rowe requested that the necessary
approvals be granted by the Town to allow the application to progress and for her
business to advance.
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to item 3.
CARRIED
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3. Memorandum from the Community Planner
Re: 33 Centre Street - Proposed Demolition
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee support the application for
demolition on 33 Centre Street, subject to the following:
THAT the concerns of the neighbouring residents, with respect to
landscaping and sightlines, be taken into consideration; and
THAT, prior to the demolition of the building, an advertisement be placed
in one issue of the local newspaper to give notice of an opportunity for
possible relocation and interior/exterior salvage of the subject building;
and
THAT, prior to the demolition of the building, the aluminum siding be
removed to allow for the original structure to be photographed and
documented.
CARRIED
2. Selection of Chair and Vice -Chair
This matter was addressed at a previous meeting.
4. PL08-112 - Doors Open Aurora 2009 - Event Planning
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the Doors Open Aurora 2009 — Event Planning report dated
November 3, 2008 be received as information; and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that staff be directed
to pursue various sights for the next Doors Open Aurora, including, but not
limited to the following:
• The Bunker
• Caruso's
• McKenzie Marsh
• Hillary House
• The Catholic Church
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• Oakland Hall
• Willow Farm
• Church Street School
• Bacon Basketware
CARRIED
PLO8-114 - Prince of Wales Prize - Town of Aurora is the Recipient for 2008
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by A. Godschalk
THAT the information report concerning the awarding of the 2008 Prince
of Wales Prize for Stewardship of the Built Heritage be received.
CARRIED
PL08-115 - Projects Reviewed by the Community Planner from July to
October 2008
Moved by Councillor Collins Mrakas
Seconded by L. McKenzie
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee Report titled "Projects Reviewed
by the Community Planner from July to October 2008", be received as
information; and
THAT a report be brought forward to the December 2008 meeting of the
Heritage Advisory Committee with respect to the designation of 65
Wellington Street East under the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT, in the event that the building is confirmed to be preserved in the
proposed development at 5 Tyler Street, a report be brought forward with
respect to the designation of 5 Tyler Street under the Ontario Heritage Act.
CARRIED
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INFORMATION ITEMS
7.
8.
9.
10.
11
Heritage Designations Update
Page 5 of 6
Correspondence from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
Re: Volunteer Services Award Nominations
Publication from Ontario Heritage Trust Entitled "Heritage Matters"
Publication from Community Heritage Ontario Entitled "CHOnews"
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT items 7, 8, 9 and 10 be received for information.
CARRIED
Pending List
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the Pending List be received for information; and
THAT Michael Seaman be requested to review and update the pending
list, and remove any items that have been completed or are no longer
active or relevant.
CARRIED
12. Memorandum from the Manager of Legislative Services
Re: Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study Steering Committee
(ADDED ITEM)
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT Andries Godschalk be appointed as the representative of the
Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora to sit on the Yonge and Wellington
Corridor Study Steering Committee.
CARRIED
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13. Young Heritage Leaders Awards for 2008
ADDED ITEM
Michael Seaman advised that he has submitted an application to nominate the
Queen's York Rangers, Royal Canadian Army Cadets Corp. #2799 (Aurora) for
the Young Heritage Leaders Awards for 2008.
NEW BUSINESS
The Committee members agreed to send a letter to Mr. Michael Seaman to formally
express their thanks and appreciation for all of his extraordinary,work and expertise in
putting forward the application for the Prince of Wales Award on behalf of the Town of
Aurora.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
Donna Smith, Vice Chair
CARRIED
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AGENDA RINI
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AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE No. EAC08-09
SUBJECT: Environmental Advisory Committee -Recommendation Summary from
November 6, 2008
FROM: Environmental Advisory Committee
DATE: December 2, 2008
RECOMMENDATIONS
Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
Record No. 08-08 dated Thursday, October 6, 2008
THAT the meeting Record No. 08-08 dated October 6, 2008 be adopted.
DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Vino Jeyapalan, CEO and Founder of the
Youth Environmental Network of York Region —
Ecological Action Conference
THAT it be recommended to Council that the delegation by Mr. Vino Jeyapalan,
CEO and Founder of the Youth Environmental Network of York Region Ecological
Action Conference be received for information; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Ecological Action Conference be held
in Aurora Wednesday April 1, 2009; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Council Chambers and 4 to 6 meeting
rooms at the Town Hall be provided to be used for the Conference at no charge;
and
THAT it be recommended to Council that a financial contribution in the amount of
$7,500 to fund the lunch for the participants and to fund the guest speakers be
endorsed; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that Mr. Vino Jeyapalan be requested to make
a presentation to Council when this recommendation goes to Council for
consideration.
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(b) Mr. Doug Pettigrew, Director— Community Animation
Windfall Ecology Centre — Possible Joint Initiative
Involving the Windfall Ecology Centre and the Town of Aurora
THAT it be recommended to Council that the delegation by Mr. Doug Pettigrew,
Director, Community Animation, Windfall Ecology Centre be received for
information: and
THAT it be recommended to Council that Mr. Pettigrew advise the Environmental
Advisory Committee of matters that would be of interest to residents of the Town of
Aurora and a welcome be extended to Mr. Pettigrew to attend any EAC meeting.
2009 Capital Projects that Support
Environmental Advisory Committee Priorities
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Capital Budget items as presented be
received for information; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that Leisure Services Staff be directed to
include a Budget item in the 2009 Capital Budget to facilitate the necessary studies
required for the Wildlife Park, Trail Clearance and Construction and the necessary
fencing; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Leisure Services Department consider
hiring a Rangers Crew from the MNR to commence work on wildlife habitat
improvements and other related projects, keeping in mind that January 2009 is the
preferred time for MNR to accept applications for a Rangers Crew.
2. Selection of Chair and Vice -Chair
THAT it be recommended to Council that this matter be deferred to the April 2009
EAC meeting.
3. Environmental Advisory Committee Home Show Booth
THAT it be recommended to Council that this item be deferred to the December 4,
2008 EAC Meeting.
4. Volunteer Application for the Environmental Advisory Committee
No motion.
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5. Informational Brochure Regarding Climate Change Adaptation
from the City of Toronto
THAT it be recommended to Council that this item be placed on a future EAC
agenda and the background information be circulated with the agenda.
6. Environmental Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Environmental Advisory Committee
Pending List be received for information; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that, in future, only items being removed or
changed be reported to the Committee and the pending list be provided to
Committee every six months..
7. Memo from the Director of Public Works
Re: Pending List Prioritization
THAT it be recommended to Council that the memo from the Director of Public
Works regarding Pending List Prioritization be received.
8. Volunteer Posting — Outreach Presenter
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Volunteer Posting — Outreach Position
be received.
9. 2009 Meeting Calendar
THAT it be recommended to Council that the 2009 Meeting Calendar be received.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment #1 —Environmental Advisory Committee Minutes of November 6, 2008
Prepared by: Carol Clark, Council/Committee Secretary Ext. 4227
Carol Clark
Council/Committee Secretary
On behalf of the Environmental Advisory Committee
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Date:
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AURORA
COMMITTEE MINUTES
MEETING NO. 08-09
Environmental Advisory Committee
Thursday, November 6, 2008
7:00 p.m., Windfall Ecology Centre, 93A Industrial Parkway
South. Aurora
Committee Members: Peter Piersol, Chair, Gordon Barnes, Robert Cook, Carol
Cooper, Councillor Gallo, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
MacEachern, Vice -Chair & Acting Secretary, Catherine
Marshall, David Tomlinson and Richard Wizemann
Absent:
Susan Walmer
Other Attendees: Katrina Nagy -Oh, Manager of Environmental Initiatives, Jen
Atkinson, Windfall Ecology Centre, Stephanie Deangelis,
Windfall Ecology Centre
Chair Peter Piersol called the meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. Mr. Piersol thanked Doug
Pettigrew for hosting the meeting at the Windfall Ecology Centre in the Sheppard House
located in Sheppard's Bush.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest
Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Catherine Marshall
Seconded by David Tomlinson
THAT the agenda with the following additional items be approved:
➢ Added Item — Delegation Request (a) — Mr. Vino Jeyapalan, CEO and
Founder of the Youth Environmental Network of York Region — Ecological
Action Conference
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➢ Item 1 — 2009 Capital Projects that Support Environmental Advisory
Committee Priorities
➢ Item 8 — Volunteer Posting — Outreach Presenter
➢ Item 9 — 2009 Meeting Calendar
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
Record No. 08-08 dated Thursday, October 6, 2008
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by Carol Cooper
THAT the meeting record No. 08-08 dated October 6, 2008 be adopted.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Vino Jeyapalan, CEO and Founder of the
Youth Environmental Network of York Region —
Ecological Action Conference
Mr. Jeyapalan presented a proposal for an Environmental Focus Awareness
Workshop that would involve Aurora High School students. The Environmental
Workshop would take place Wednesday April 1, 2009 and 'would involve
approximately 300 local students. Committee was advised that this group held
their first Workshop in Markham and that this would be their second workshop.
Previous sponsors for this event were PowerStream and Business Depot. The
group are trying to obtain a commitment from Sara Suzuki as one of the
speakers. The Youth Environmental Network is seeking support for the Town of
Aurora to host the 2009 Workshop. In this regard, they requested the Town's
participation byway of providing the use of the Council Chamber and 4 to 6
meeting rooms at the Town Hall as the Workshop venue as well as a $7,500
financial contribution.
Moved by Catherine Marshall
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT it be recommended to Council that the delegation by Mr. Vino
Jeyapalan, CEO and Founder of the Youth Environmental Network of York
Region Ecological Action Conference be received for information; and
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THAT it be recommended to Council that the Ecological Action
Conference be held in Aurora Wednesday April 1, 2009; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Council Chambers and 4 to 6
meeting rooms at the Town Hall be provided to be used for the
Conference at no charge; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that a financial contribution in the
amount of $7,500 to fund the lunch for the participants and to fund the
guest speakers be endorsed; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that Mr. Vino Jeyapalan be requested
to make a presentation to Council when this recommendation goes to
Council for consideration.
CARRIED
(b) Mr. Doug Pettigrew, Director — Community Animation
Windfall Ecology Centre — Possible Joint Initiative
Involving the Windfall Ecology Centre and the Town of Aurora
Mr. Doug Pettigrew, Director, Community Animation, Windfall Ecology Centre
introduced his organization to the Committee and advised that they are eager to
work with the Town to provide environmental initiatives such as seminars,
workshops, eco energy programs, solar hot water projects, etc. He indicated the
type of workshop as presented by Mr. Vino Jeyapalan in Delegation (a) above is
an example of the sort of collaboration he would like to see the Town and
Windfall work together on to benefit our community.
Mr. Pettigrew indicated the Eco Energy Audit is an example of a possible joint
initiative where a discount would be offered for any Town of Aurora employee to
receive an energy audit of their home.
The Town could also have an energy profile to measure reduction of greenhouse
gases.
Committee was advised that Windfall will soon be holding a conference on
renewable energy products, solar hot water and wind. He suggested he would
like to partner with EAC on the Climate Change Conference to assist with the
seminar.
Mr. Pettigrew stated that Windfall will be participating in the 2003 York Rangers
Program. As part of the program, commencing February 2009, they will have
interns available for six-month paid internships with the goal of providing training
to the interns and, hopefully, provide jobs at the end of the six-month internship.
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Moved by Catherine Marshall
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT it be recommended to Council that the delegation by Mr: Doug
Pettigrew, Director, Community Animation, Windfall Ecology Centre be
received for information; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that Mr. Pettigrew advise the
Environmental Advisory Committee of matters that would be of interest to
residents of the Town of Aurora and a welcome be extended to Mr.
Pettigrew to attend any EAC meeting.
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MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
1. 2009 Capital Projects that Support
Environmental Advisory Committee Priorities
Moved by David Tomlinson
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Capital Budget items as
presented be received for information; and
That it be recommended to Council that Leisure Services Staff be directed
to include a Budget item in the 2009 Capital Budget to facilitate the
necessary studies required for the Wildlife Park, Trail Clearance and
Construction and the necessary fencing; and
That it be recommended to Council that the Leisure Services Department
consider hiring a Rangers Crew from the MNR to commence work on
wildlife habitat improvements and other related projects, keeping in mind
that January 2009 is the preferred time for MNR to accept applications for
a Rangers Crew.
CARRIED
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MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
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Selection of Chair and Vice -Chair
Moved by David Tomlinson
Seconded by Carol Cooper
THAT it be recommended to Council that this matter be deferred to the
April 2009 EAC meeting.
CARRIED
Environmental Advisory Committee Home Show Booth
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by David Tomlinson
THAT it be recommended to Council that this item be deferred to the
December 4, 2008 EAC Meeting.
CARRIED
Volunteer Application for the Environmental Advisory Committee
Councillor MacEachern requested that Item 4 be removed from the Agenda and
be referred to Council for consideration.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
5. Informational Brochure Regarding Climate Change Adaptation
from the City of Toronto
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Gordon Barnes
THAT it be recommended to Council that this item be placed on a future
EAC agenda and the background information be circulated with the
agenda.
CARRIED
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6. Environmental Advisory Committee Pending List
Moved by Gordon Barnes Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Environmental Advisory
Committee Pending List be received for information; and
THAT it be recommended to Council that, in future, only items being
removed or changed be reported to the Committee and the pending list be
provided to Committee every six months.
CARRIED
7. Memo from the Director of Public Works
Re: Pending List Prioritization
Moved by David Tomlinson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT it be recommended to Council that the memo from the Director of
Public Works regarding Pending List Prioritization be received.
CARRIED
8. Volunteer Posting— Outreach Presenter
Moved by Carol Cooper Seconded by David Tomlinson
THAT it be recommended to Council that the Volunteer Posting —
Outreach Position be received.
CARRIED
9. 2009 Meeting Calendar
Moved by Carol Cooper
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT it be recommended to Council that the 2009 Meeting Calendar be
received.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS
Councillor MacEachern advised that Town Staff will be setting up a link on the Town's
website that will solicit residents to sign up to volunteer for Town events and will also
include a listing of the events or activities that require volunteers.
Councillor MacEachern stated that the Town is over budget in the waste diversion
component due the success of the recycling program and increased waste diversion.
The Committee members suggested the Town should be publishing this sort of
information as a means of congratulating the efforts of Town residents for their efforts
and participation in the recycling program and waste diversion initiatives.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by David Tomlinson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
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No. EDAC08-09
SUBJECT: Economic_ Development Advisory Committee
Recommendation Summary from November 13, 2008
FROM: Economic Development Advisory Committee
DATE: December 2, 2008
RECOMMENDATIONS
Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
EDAC08-08 dated Thursday, October 23, 2008
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of meeting
EDAC08-08 dated Thursday, October 23, 2008 be adopted.
1. Discussion: The Town's Role to Boost Economic Activity
No motion
2. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Communications/Marketing Strategy for Prince of Wales Award
THAT the Communications/Marketing Strategy for the Prince of Wales Award be
endorsed by the Economic Development Advisory Committee; and
THAT the strategy be presented to Council, including budget figures; and
THAT Council be requested to endorse the strategy.
3. Discussion: Follow-up to Last Month's Delegation
Mr. William MacLeod, President, Surfari Wireless Inc.
Re: Community Broadband Wireless networks
The committee received this item.
4. Discussion: Follow-up to Last Month's Delegation
Mr. Prakash David, Smart Centres
Re: Vacant Employment Lands in Wellington/404 Area
THAT this item be received.
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5. Memorandum from Manager of Legislative Services
Re: Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study Steering Committee
THAT Christopher Ballard be appointed to the Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study
Steering Committee.
6. Monthly Report from the Economic Development Officer
THAT the monthly report from the Economic Development Officer be received.
7. Economic Development Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT item EDAC 21 be deleted from the pending list.
THAT item EDAC 37 be deleted from the pending list.
THAT item EDAC 39 be deleted from the pending list.
THAT item EDAC 43 be deleted from the pending list.
THAT the legal opinion pertaining to planning applications, requested at a previous
Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting, be added to the pending list.
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee pending list be added to the
EDAC agenda on a quarterly basis, rather than monthly.
THAT the pending list be received, as amended.
8. York Region Small Business Enterprise Centre Workshop
Intro to Bookkeeping and Taxes
THAT the information regarding the York Region Small Business Enterprise Centre
Workshop be received.
9. 2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
THAT the 2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar be received.
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10. Memo from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Community Movie
(deferred from October 23, 2008 EDAC Meeting)
Report No. EDAC08-09
THAT the memo regarding a Community Movie be received for information and that
the matter be included on the next Economic Development Advisory Committee
agenda.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment #1 - Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of November 13,
2008
Prepared by: Carol Clark, Council/Committee Secretary Ext. 4227
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COMMITTEE MINUTES
MEETING NO. 08-09
Committee: Economic Development Advisory Committee
Date: November 13, 2008
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m., Leksand Room
Committee Members: Christopher Ballard, Chair, Councillor Evelina MacEachern
Vice -Chair, Councillor Wendy Gaertner (arrived at 7:45 p.m.),
Bryan Black, Geoffrey Dawe, Kent Dinning, Angelo Giannetta
(arrived at 7:04 p.m.) and Mayor Morris ex-officio (arrived at
7:45 p.m.)
Absent:
Councillor Wilson, Bryan Moir
Other Attendees: Councillor John Gallo (arrived at 7:11 p.m.), Marnie Wraith,
Economic Development Officer, Carol Clark,
Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved By Geoffrey Dawe
Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT item 1 — Discussion: The Town's Role to Boost Economic Activity
be moved to the end of the agenda; and
THAT the balance of the agenda be approved, as circulated.
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MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
EDAC08-08 dated Thursday, October 23, 2008
Moved by Councillor MacEachern
Seconded by Geoffrey Dawe
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of
meeting EDAC08-08 dated Thursday, October 23, 2008 be adopted.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
None
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
2. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Communications/Marketing Strategy for Prince of Wales Award
Moved by Geoffrey Dawe
Seconded by Angelo Giannetta
THAT the Communications/Marketing Strategy for the Prince of Wales
Award be endorsed by the Economic Development Advisory Committee;
and
THAT the strategy be presented to Council, including budget figures; and
THAT Council be requested to endorse the strategy.
CARRIED
3. Discussion: Follow-up to Last Month's Delegation
Mr. William MacLeod, President, Surfari Wireless Inc.
Re: Community Broadband Wireless networks
The committee received this item.
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4. Discussion: Follow-up to Last Month's Delegation
Mr. Prakash David, Smart Centres
Re: Vacant Employment Lands in Wellington/404 Area
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Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Angelo Giannetta
THAT this item be received.
CARRIED
5. Memorandum from Manager of Legislative Services
Re: Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study Steering Committee
Moved by Councillor MacEachern
Seconded by Geoffrey Dawe
THAT Christopher Ballard be appointed, to the Yonge and Wellington
Corridor Study Steering Committee.
CARRIED
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
6. Monthly Report from the Economic Development Officer
Moved by Kent Dinning
Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the monthly report from the Economic Development Officer be
received.
CARRIED
7. Economic Development Advisory Committee Pending List
Moved by Bryan Black
Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT item EDAC 21 be deleted from the pending list.
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Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT item EDAC 37 be deleted from the pending list.
CARRIED
Moved by Kent Dinning Seconded by Bryan Black
THAT item EDAC 39 be deleted from the pending list.
CARRIED
Moved by Bryan Black Seconded by Kent Dinning
THAT item EDAC 43 be deleted from the pending list.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Kent Dinning
THAT the legal opinion pertaining to planning applications, requested at a
previous Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting, be added to
the pending list.
C•Je1:771��;
Moved by Kent Dinning
Seconded by Bryan Black
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee pending list be
added to the EDAC agenda on a quarterly basis, rather than monthly.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Kent Dinning
THAT the pending list be received, as amended.
CARRIED
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8. York Region Small Business Enterprise Centre Workshop
Intro to Bookkeeping and Taxes
Moved by Kent Dinning
Seconded by Bryan Black
THAT the information regarding the York Region Small Business Enterprise
Centre Workshop be received.
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9. 2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
Moved by Geoffrey Dawe Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the 2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar be received.
CARRIED
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
10. Memo from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Community Movie
(deferred from October 23, 2008 EDAC Meeting)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern
Seconded by Bryan Black
THAT the memo regarding a Community Movie be received for information
and that the matter be included on the next Economic Development
Advisory Committee agenda.
CARRIED
1. Discussion: The Town's Role to Boost Economic Activity
The committee had a brainstorming session and provided input under each of the
following headings:
a) Attracting new business to Aurora
b) Retaining the businesses in Aurora
c) Increasing economic activity
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NEW BUSINESS
Christopher Ballard advised that he has been invited to a round table regarding traffic
issues and requested that the committee members submit to him any matters they
would like addressed, by November 18, 2008.
Christopher Ballard distributed a 4 page Aurora Business Development Questionnaire
to each committee member and requested that it be completed.
Councillor MacEachern, Angelo Giannetta and Mayor Morris provided revised
information for the Economic Development Advisory Committee Contact List, which the
Committee Secretary will update and distribute.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:34 p.m.
cea'mLe 6""
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Economic Development Advisory Committee
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SUBJECT: Traffic Safety Advisory Committee -Recommendation Summary from
November 19, 2008
DATE: December 2, 2008
RECOMMENDATIONS
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Record No. 08-06, dated Wednesday, October 8, 2008
THAT the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee minutes 08-06, dated Wednesday, October 8,
2008 be adopted.
DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. James Wood, Resident
Re: On -Street Parking Problems in the
North East Quadrant and Other Town Related Issues
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
1. Correspondence received from Ms Elizabeth LeClaire
Re: Three Way Stop Requested at the Corner of Attridge Drive and
Moorcrest Drive
THAT the correspondence from Ms Elizabeth LeClaire be received for information; and
THAT the item be referred to staff to investigate the parking concerns and the need for
parking signs at the intersection of Attridge Drive and Moorcrest Drive.
2. Correspondence received from Mr. George Zebrowski
Re: Three Way Stop Requested at the Corner of Dinsmore Terrace and
Timpson Drive
THAT the item be referred to staff to collect speed data at the section of Dinsmore Terrace
and Timpson Drive and bring back the information to the committee.
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3. Correspondence received from Mr. and Mrs. Kakush
Re: Four Way Stop Requested at the Corner of Kirkvalley Crescent and
Pedersen Drive
THAT the correspondence received from Mr. and Mrs. Kakush be received for information;
and
THAT the item be referred to staff to follow up with York Regional Police regarding
enforcement; and
THAT the item be referred to staff to do a traffic count and bring back to the committee the
information collected along with the data results.
4. TSAC08-014 - Speeding and Safety Concerns on Tamarac Trail Follow -Up Report
THAT the York Regional Police be requested to increase enforcement of the posted
40km/hr speed limit on Tamarac Trail; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Robyn Kurtes with the TSAC's recommendations.
5. Memo from J. Massadeh, Traffic/Transportation Analyst
Re: Tamarac Trail — Parking Concerns
THAT the request for restricting the parking to one side of Tamarac Trail be denied; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Judy Salmon with the TSAC's recommendations.
6. Crawford Rose Drive - Speed Issue
THAT the item be referred to staff for speed count data collection.
7. Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT item #70 be removed from the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee pending list.
8. Town of Richmond Hill Road Watch Media Release
THAT the Town of Richmond Hill Road Watch media release be received for
information.
9. 2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
THAT the 2009 Council and Committee meeting calendar be received for information.
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10. 2008 Festive Season RIDE Media Launch
(Added Item)
No. TSAC08-07
THAT the 2008 Festive Season RIDE Media Launch be received for information.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment #1 — Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Minutes of November 19, 2008
Prepared by: Carol Clark, Council/Committee Secretary, ext. 4227
Carol Clark
Council/Committee Secretary
On behalf of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
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MEETING NO. 08-07
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
7:00 p.m., Council Chambers
Committee Members: Mike Walters, Vice -Chair, Councillor Granger, Rino Roncadin,
Dave Watson and Carmen Zambri
Absent: Councillor Gallo, Brett Cole, Horst Wizemann
Other Attendees: Jamal Massadeh, Traffic/Transportation Analyst, Chris
Alexander, By-law Services Co-ordinator, Constable Terry
White (arrived.at 7:50 p.m.), Cyndy Skillins, PACT and Cindy
Janzen, Manager of Legislative Services /Deputy Clerk
Mike Walters, Vice -Chair called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mike Walters declared a pecuniary interest in Delegation (a) and did not take part in or
vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Rino Roncadin
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department be
approved with the following addition:
• New Item 11 - 2008 Festive Season RIDE Media Launch
CARRIED
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ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Record No. 08-06, dated Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Moved by Councillor Granger
Page 2 of 6
Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee minutes 08-06, dated
Wednesday, October 8, 2008 be adopted.
DELEGATIONS
Mike Walters, having declared an interest in delegation (a), did not take part in the vote
called for in this regard and relinquished the Chair to Councillor Granger.
(a) Mr. James Wood, Resident
Re: On -Street Parking Problems in the
North East Quadrant and Other Town Related Issues
Mr. Wood raised some concerns regarding the one way restriction from Wells Street to
Spruce Street on Centre Street and the parking on Centre Street. Mr. Wood suggested
that Centre Street is too narrow to have parking on both sides of the street and many
people park all weekend and often all day in order to catch the GO bus. Mr. Wood also
raised concerns about the customers from Sormeh Spa who park on Centre Street and
would like to see a 3 hour parking restriction implemented. Mr. Wood also advised that
turning from Centre Street onto Yonge Street is very challenging.
Moved by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Rino Roncadin
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
Mike Walters resumed the Chair.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
None
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MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Correspondence received from Ms Elizabeth LeClaire
Re: Three Way Stop Requested at the Corner of Attridge Drive and
Moorcrest Drive
Moved by Councillor Granger
Seconded by Rino Roncadin
THAT the correspondence from Ms Elizabeth LeClaire be received for
information; and
THAT the item be referred to staff to investigate the parking concerns and
the need for parking signs at the intersection of Attridge Drive and
Moorcrest Drive.
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2. Correspondence received from Mr. George Zebrowski
Re: Three Way Stop Requested at the Corner of Dinsmore Terrace and
Timpson Drive
Moved by Councillor Granger
Seconded by Rino Roncadin
THAT the item be referred to staff to, collect speed data at the section of
Dinsmore Terrace and Timpson Drive and bring back the information to
the committee.
CARRIED
3. Correspondence received from Mr. and Mrs. Kakush
Re: Four Way Stop Requested at the Corner of Kirkvalley Crescent and
Pedersen Drive
Moved by Rino Roncadin
Seconded by Dave Watson
THAT the correspondence received from Mr. and Mrs. Kakush be
received for information; and
THAT the item be referred to staff to follow up with York Regional Police
regarding enforcement.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the item be referred to staff to do a traffic count and bring back to
the committee the information collected along with the data results.
CARRIED
4. TSAC08-014 - Speeding and Safety Concerns on Tamarac Trail Follow -Up Report
Moved by Rino Roncadin Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the York Regional Police be requested to increase enforcement of
the posted 40km/hr speed limit on Tamarac Trail; and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Robyn Kurtes with the TSAC's
recommendations.
CARRIED
5. Memo from J. Massadeh, Traffic/Transportation Analyst
Re: Tamarac Trail — Parking Concerns
Moved by Rino Roncadin Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT the request for restricting the parking to one side of Tamarac Trail
be denied: and
THAT a letter be sent to Ms. Judy Salmon with the TSAC's
recommendations.
CARRIED
6. Crawford Rose Drive - Speed Issue
Moved by Councillor Granger
Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the item be referred to staff for speed count data collection.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
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Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Pending List
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Dave Watson
THAT item #70 be removed from the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee
pending list.
CARRIED
Town of Richmond Hill Road Watch Media Release
Moved by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Dave Watson
THAT the Town of Richmond Hill Road Watch media release be received
for information.
CARRIED
2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
Moved by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Rino Roncadin
THAT the 2009 Council and Committee meeting calendar be received for
information.
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2008 Festive Season RIDE Media Launch
(Added Item)
Moved by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Rino Roncadin
THAT the 2008 Festive Season RIDE Media Launch be received for
information.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS
Mike Walters advised that the next Traffic Safety Advisory Committee meeting will be
held on Tuesday, December 16 due to Hanukkah on the second Wednesday of
December.
Cyndy Skillins advised that she is the new Chair of PACT and they are looking for more
volunteers. The next meeting will be held Tuesday, December 16 at 6:00 p.m. with an
emphasis on volunteer recruitment.
Councillor Granger provided the committee with an update of the Roadwatch status and
advised that Councillor Collins-Mrakas had put her name forward to sit on the
committee, however did not attend the last meeting since Carmen Zambri would be the
Town of Aurora representative. Carmen Zambri suggested that it would be helpful to
have Council support to help bring items forward. Councillor Granger advised of the
proper process in this regard and Cyndy Skillins requested a letter outlining this process
in order to provide clarity for Roadwatch. Councillor Granger requested that
appointment to the Roadwatch Committee be tabled for the next Traffic Safety Advisory
Committee meeting. Carmen Zambri will investigate if more than one representative
from the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee could attend and advise the committee.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Dave Watson
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:44 p.m.
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TOWN OF AURORA
AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE No. PLOB-122
SUBJECT: Application for Site Plan Approval
Sazeh Construction Inc.
158 Don Hillock Drive
File Number. D11-07-08"
FROM: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Development Services
DATE: December 2, 2008
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, Site Plan Application
D11-07-08 be approved to permit the construction of a 2 storey 3,608m2 (38,837 ft2)
multi -unit industrial building; and,
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Site Plan Agreement.
PROPOSAL
Sazeh Construction Inc. has submitted a site plan application for the subject lands shown
on Figure 1 to permit a 2 storey 3,608m2 (38,837 ft) multi -unit industrial building.
BACKGROUND
The subject lands are located on the north side of Don Hillock Drive just east of Goulding
Avenue (see Figure 1). The lands are municipally known as 158 Don Hillock Drive and
have the following characteristics:
lot area of 0.82 ha (2.024 acres);
frontage of approximately 90 metres (295 feet) along Don Hillock Drive; and,
is currently vacant.
The surrounding land uses are as follows:
North: vacant lands;
South: Don Hillock Drive and Business Park lands under construction for a 8,446m2
(90,908 ft2) multi -unit industrial building;
East: vacant Business Park lands; and,
West: existing Business Park lands.
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Official Plan
The subject lands are designated as "Business Park" bythe Town of Aurora Official Plan.
This designation permits an integrated mix of employment and businesses uses. The
proposed multi -unit industrial building conforms to the Official Plan.
Zoning By-law
The subject lands are zoned "Business Park (BP-4) Exception Zone" within the Town of
Aurora by-law 2213-78, as amended. The applicant advises that the contemplated uses
for the proposed building will be among those permitted within the zoning category.
Therefore, the proposal is deemed to conform to the zoning by-law.
Site Design
Details of the subject proposal for the proposed industrial building on the subject lands as
illustrated on Figure 2 are as follows:
Number of units: 18 units
Building Size: 4,079.58m2 (43,913.67 ft2)
Building Height: 7.52 metres (2 storeys)
The building is a U-shape configuration with loading activities directed towards the rear of
the building and inside the "U". Each unit will have its own separate entrance.
Planning and Development Services staff are satisfied with the overall site layout.
Landscaping
As illustrated on Figure 4, the applicant is proposing a combination of a variety of
deciduous and coniferous trees as well as an array of shrub plantings around the perimeter
of the site. A minimum 3 metre (9.84 feet) wide landscaped strip is provided around the
perimeter of the site. Staff have requested the use of coniferous over deciduous trees in
the front yard to provide all season buffering of the front parking area. Staff are satisfied
with the proposed landscape design of the site.
Building Elevations
The applicant is proposing a mix of white precast concrete panels with bands of smooth
and textured finishes for the exterior finish of the buildings. Parapets have been included
to provide some visual interest to the roofline and building fagade. Clear, as well as silver
on black glass, will be used for window and doors areas and as accents on the building.
Staff are pleased with the proposed building design.
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The subject proposal is required to conform to the approved "Hallgrove Industrial Park
Urban Design Guidelines" dated August 16, 2006 and prepared by Nak, STLA Inc. and
The Planning Partnership. This includes guidelines on built form as well as landscaping
requirements for all lots within the Hallgrove Subdivision. The control architect has
reviewed the subject proposal in terms of landscaping and building design and has
determined that the proposal is in conformity with the design guidelines.
Parking and Access
The subject development requires a minimum of 70 parking spaces. The applicant has
provided 73 parking spaces including 2 barrier free parking spaces. Three (3) loading
spaces have also been provided in accordance with by-law requirements.
Access to the subject site is provided via two full moves access situated at the easterly and
westerly limits of the property.
External Agencies
The subject application was circulated to Powerstream and Central York Fire Services.
Both agencies have advised that they have no objection to the proposed development.
SERVICING ALLOCATION
Not applicable.
OPTIONS
Council has the following options regarding the subject site plan application:
Option 1: As stated in the Recommendation section of the report; or
Option 2: Direct staff to report back to Council addressing any issues that may be
raised at the General Committee Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Fees and securities will be payable upon execution of the site plan agreement. Cash -in -lieu
of parkland and development charges will be payable on the issuance of building permit.
LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal A: Foster and enhance a strong and stable economy consistent with the attributes of
sustainable community.
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Objective All: Develop economic opportunities to aid in the growth and progress of Aurora
as a desirable place to do business.
Link to Goals and Objectives:
Review of the subject application through the Site Plan process contributes to the
development of a well -planned and sustainable community.
PROVINCIAL POLICY STATEMENT
This proposed development is consistent with the policies of the Provincial Policy
Statement.
CONCLUSIONS
The Planning and Development Services Department has reviewed the subject site plan
application in accordance with the policies of the Official Plan, the provisions of the zoning
by-law, urban design guidelines and in context of the surrounding land uses. The subject
proposal is considered to represent proper and orderly planning therefore, Staff
recommends approval of the site plan subject to the resolution of any outstanding issues.
ATTACHMENTS
Figure 1 - Location & Zoning Plan
Figure 2 - Proposed Site Plan
Figure 3 - Proposed Building Elevations
Figure 4 - Proposed Landscape Plan
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
Management Team Meeting —November 18, 2008
Prepared by: Deborah Giannetta, M.Sc.PI., Planner
Extension 4347
Marco Ramunn , M.C.I.P., R.P.P.
Director of Planning and Development
Services
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