AGENDA - Council - 20081028/gam
AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
NO.08w28
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2008
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
24/10/08
Aup.,-oxA
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
NO. 08-28
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
ll APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department be
approved as presented.
III OPEN FORUM
IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of October 14, 2008, Meeting Number 08-26 pg. 1
Special Council - Public Planning Minutes of October 22, 2008, pg. 9
Meeting Number 08-27
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Council minutes of October 14, 2008, meeting number 08-26
and the Special Council - Public Planning minutes of October 22, 2008
number 08-27 be adopted as printed and circulated.
Council Meeting No. 08-28 Page 2 of 7
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
V - PRESENTATIONS
VI PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Vll DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Vlll ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
IX DELEGATIONS
None
X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
X1 REGIONAL REPORT
Xll NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION -COUNCILLORS
Xlll READING OF BY-LAWS .
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
5084-08.R BEING A BY-LAW to require pg. 70
development proponents to pre -consult
with the Corporation of the Town of
Aurora respecting planning applications
5085-08.R BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law pg. 72
No. 2213-78, as amended, being the
Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora.
(14785 Yonge Street, File D14-08-08)
5087-08.0 BEING A BY-LAW to confirm actions by pg. 77
Council resulting from meeting 08-28
on October 28, 2008
Council Meeting No. 08-28 Page 3 of 7
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
XIV CLOSED SESSION
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council recess to go into a Closed Session to consider the following
matters:
1. Property Matter — Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre
Payment of Bulkhead Repairs
2. Labour Relations Matter - Job Evaluation Process
3. Legal Matter — Solicitor Opinion re Telephone Logs
4. Property Matter — Memo from Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Re: Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre
Payment of Bulkhead Repairs
XV ADJOURNMENT
Council Meeting No. 08-28
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Page 4 of 7
AGENDA ITEMS
1. Special General Committee Meeting Report No. 08-33 pg. 13
Monday, October 20, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the report of the Special General Committee Meeting No. 08-33 be
received and the recommendations carried by the committee be approved.
2. General Committee Meeting Report No. 08-34 pg. 16
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
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THAT the report of the General Committee Meeting No. 08-34 be received
and the recommendations carried by the committee be approved.
3. Special General Committee Meeting Report No. 08-35 pg. 23
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the report of the Special General Committee Meeting No. 08-35 be
received and the recommendations carried by the committee be approved.
4. PL08-108 - Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law pg. 25
Amendment Application Daniels LP Corporation
15933 Bayview Avenue
File Numbers: D12-03-06 and D14-17-06
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Draft Plan
of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications D12-03-06 and
D14-17-08 scheduled for a Public Planning Meeting to be held on
November 26, 2008.
Council Meeting No. 08-28 Page 5 of 7
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
5. ADM08-015 — Disposition of 15286 Leslie Street and 95 Allaura Blvd. pg. 31
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Town owned lands known as 15286 Leslie Street and 95
Allaura Blvd. be declared as surplus lands; and
THAT the Town proceed to sell the lands through MLS using a real estate
brokerage firm subjectto offers not being received for the initial 30 days
following the posting on MLS; and
THAT the Town owned lands known as 15286 Leslie St. be listed at $1.1
million dollars; and
THAT the sale of the Town owned lands known as 95 Allaura Blvd. be
deferred pending a report back from staff on the possible realignment of
the creek on the property.
6. ADM08-016 — Real Estate Brokerage Services pg. 37
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council award a one year contract for Real Estate Brokerage
Services, to Cushman & Wakefield LePage Inc. for the sale of 15286
Leslie St. and 95 Allaura Blvd as well as any other selected properties as
determined by Council; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the contract
between the Town and Cushman & Wakefied LePage.
7. Extract from Economic Development Advisory Committee pg. 40
Meeting on October 23, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT staff create and implement a communications and marketing
strategy to promote Aurora receiving the Prince of Wales award, to
leverage that coverage for economic development purposes and to
increase community awareness.
Council Meeting No. 08-28
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Page 6 of 7
8. Adoption of Recommendations from Closed Session Meeting pg. 41
of October 14, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the recommendations from the Closed Session Meeting held on
October 14, 2008 regarding the following matters be approved:
Property Matter — Town Owned Leslie Street Lands
THAT Colliers International be advised that, after careful consideration,
the offer which was presented for the Town owned Leslie Street lands be
rejected.
Property Matter — Disposition of Unopened Road Allowance, Park Street
THAT staff negotiate the sale of the unopened road allowance known as
Park Street to Coland Developments in the amount of $370,000; and
THAT Coland Developments be paid $65,000 for the eventual
construction of the former road allowance.
Property Matter — Disposition of Town Properties
THAT the Town owned lands known as 15286 Leslie Street and 95
Allaura Blvd. be declared surplus lands; and
THAT the Town proceed to sell the land through MILS using a real estate
brokerage firm subject to offers not being received for the initial 30 days
following the posting on MLS; and
THAT the Town owned lands known as 15286 Leslie Street be listed at
$1A million dollars; and
THAT the sale of the Town owned lands known as 95 Allaura Blvd. be
deferred pending a report back from staff on the possible realignment of
the creek on the property.
Property Matter — Real Estate Brokerage Services
THAT the draft report be received for information.
Council Meeting No. 08-28
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Page 7 of 7
9. Adoption of Recommendations from Closed Session Meeting pg. 42
of October 21, 2008
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the recommendations from the Closed Session Meeting held on
October 21, 2008 regarding the following matters be approved:
Property Matter —Town Owned Leslie Street Lands
10. Memorandum from the Mayor's Office pg. 43
Re: Aurora Chamber of Commerce - 2008 Business Achievement
Awards
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum from the Mayor's Office, regarding the Aurora
Chamber of Commerce- - 2008 Business Achievement Awards, be
received for information.
11. Memorandum from the Director of Public Works pg. 47
Re: Cousins Drive Area Traffic Study
(The Director of Public Works will provide further information
regarding pros and cons for installing the multi -way stop signs
at Cousins Drive and Wells Street at the meeting)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council provide direction.
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AURORA
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 08-26
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL. MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Collins-
Mrakas, Gaertner, Gallo, Granger, MacEachern,
McRoberts and Wilson,
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of
Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of
Planning, Manager of Operations Services, Deputy
Treasurer and Council/Committee Secretary.
Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 6:08 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
Moved by Councillor McRoberts. Seconded by Councillor McEachern
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department,
wtth,the following additional items, be approved:
➢ Replacement. By-law - 5077-08.D
CARRIED
111 CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
- THAT Council recess to go into a Closed Session to consider the following
matters,
1. Property Matter — Town Owned Leslie Street Lands
2. Property Matter — Disposition of Unopened Road Allowance -
Park Street
3. Property Matter —Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre Payment of
Bulkhead Repairs
4: Property Matter— Disposition of Town Properties
5. Property Matter — Real Estate Brokerage Services
CARRIED
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Minutes of Council Meeting No. 08-26
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Page 2 of 8
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT Council re -convene into public session at 7:10 p.m.
CARRIED
IV OPEN FORUM
V ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes. of September 23, 2008, Meeting Number 08.25
Moved by Councillor MacEachern ' Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the Council minutes of September 23, 2008, meeting number 08-25
be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
VI PRESENTATIONS
None
V11 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Morris advised that the Seniors' Centre is holding a "Celtic Autumn"
concert, on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at 2:00 p.m., and that tickets will be
available at the Seniors' Centre for $15.
Councillor Buck suggested that Council consider formally thanking the many
volunteers who, for many years, offered their services by providing television
segments and event coverage on.the Aurora Cable.
Councillor Gaertner congratulated AI Downey, Director of Leisure Services and
Shelley Ware, Special Events Coordinator, for the exceptional "Colours of Fall"
concert event which took place on Thursday, October 9, 2008 in the Town Park.
Councillor Granger advised that another "Lighting up the Legion" event will be
taking place on Friday; October 24, 2008, featuring the live music of "The
Imposters" at a cost of $35 for non -legion members and $25 for members.
Councillor Granger advised that the Farmers' Market will be continuing until
Saturday, October 25, 2008 which will be customer appreciation day at the
market.
Mayor Morris advised that representatives from Heritage Canada have been
contacted and will be coming to Aurora some time in November to participate in
the celebration and presentation of the Prince of Wales award to the Town of
Aurora for its preservation of built heritage.
Vill DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(15), 1(16), 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13 and 14 were identified for discussion.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2008
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IX . ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as
"Items not Requiring Separate Discussion" be adopted as submitted to
Council and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to
give effect to same: -
2. BA08-008 — Request for Sign Variance - 8 -140 First Commerce
Drive - Whitwell Developments Limited — Phase 2
THAT Council approve the request for sign variance to allow a ground
sign for Whitwell Developments Ltd. - Phase 2 located at 8-140 First
Commerce Drive having a sign area of 22.9 square metres, although the
sign bylaw requires a maximum sign area of 18 square metres.
4. PL08-104 — Applications to Amend the Official Plan and
Zoning By-law - P.A.R.C.E.L. Inc.
Plan M-42 Block B & Part of Block A
Official Plan Amendment File D09-03-08
Zoning By-law Amendment File 014-14-08
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Official
Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications D09-03-08 and D14-14-
08 respectively, which are scheduled for a Public Planning Meeting to be
held on November 26, 2008.
5, PL08-106 — Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Dr. Dean McClelland and Caroline McClelland.
65 Wellington Street East
Lot 6, SIS Wellington Street Plan 68
File D14.16-08
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Zoning By-
law Amendment Application D14-15-08 scheduled for a Public Planning
Meeting to be held on November 26, 2908.
11. Correspondence from the Mayor of the City of St. Johns, Newfoundland
His Worship Mayor Dennis O'Keefe
Re: Prince of Wales Prize for Municipal Heritage Leadership 2008
Awarded by the Heritage Canada foundation
THAT the correspondence from His Worship Mayor Dennis O'Keefe of
The City of St. Johns, Newfoundland, be received for information.
12. Correspondence from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Re: The AMO P. J. Marshall Certificate of Merit Award
THAT the correspondence from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and
Housing, The Honourable Mr. Jim Watson, be received for information.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2008
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15. Adoption of Recommendations from the Closed Session Meeting of
October 7, 2008
THAT the recommendations from the Closed Session Meeting held on
October 7, 200B regarding the following matters be approved:
Property Matter — Town Owned Leslie Street Lands
Labour Relations Matter— Recruitment of Director of Corporate Services
Personal Matter -Job Evaluation Regarding Identifiable Individual
THAT a job evaluation of all Directors be conducted as soon as possible
utilizing the services of a consulting firm; and
THAT Grade 21 be included as part of an additional salary band as part of
the job evaluation process.
CARRIED
X DELEGATIONS
(a) Ms Donna Coker
Re: New Playground Equipment
Ms Donna Coker addressed Council to, advise that the Seslon_ Park playground is
virtually complete, with one swing on back order. Ms Coker advised that, since.
the park has.become operational, it Is consistently filled with cheerful children
playing and enjoying the new facility, Ms Coker thanked Council for endorsing
the construction of this beautiful park.
Moved by Councillor Granger - Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED -
XI CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Minutes No. 08-32 Tuesday, October 7, 2008
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 08-32, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2008
(15) PW08-038 — Repaving of Parking Lot at 16207 Yonge Street
Movedby Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the matter be referred to staff for a report providing other
options.
CARRIED
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Minutes of Council Meeting No. 08-26
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Page 5 of 8
(16) LS08-046—Street Tree Rehabilitation and Health Care
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT Council receive this report as information; and
THAT an additional $20,000.00 be allocated to the 200B operating budget
for the purposes of implementing the necessary supplementary
maintenance required to rehabilitate various street trees; and
THAT this project be funded through the Leisure Services Operating
Budget..
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Collin-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the balance of the minutes of the General Committee Meeting 08-
32 be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved.
CARRIED
3. CS08-039 — By-law Services Vehicle Replacement
Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT staff be authorized to tender and acquire a Smart Car for By-law
Enforcement Services.
CARRIED
6. Motion from Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Re: Audio Recording of Closed -Session Meetings
(Notice was provided to Council on Tuesday September 9, 2000)
Moved by Councillor Collin-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Buck
WHEREAS the closed session meetings and attendant proceedings of
Council are subject to investigation at anytime should a member of the
public feel it is warranted; and
WHEREAS the accuracy of the records and/or documentation kept in
regards to the closed session meetings and proceedings of Council is
therefore vital; and
WHEREAS currently only minutes are taken and there Is no verbatim —
written or audio -recorded record of the closed session proceedings of
Council; and
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, if .permitted under relevant
legislation, all future closed session meetings of Council shall be audio -
recorded.
DEFEATED
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Tuesday, October 14, 2008
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Motion from Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Re: Code of Conduct Information Session
(Notice was provided to Council on Tuesday September 9, 2008)
Moved by CouncItlorCollins•MrakaS Seconded by Councillor Buck
WHEREAS, by a majority decision of Council. Aurora Town Council
adopted a Cade of Conduct for members of Council, Advisory Committees
and applicable Board(s); and
WHEREAS given the implications and importance of the Codeof Conduct,
it is essential that all members of Council, Advisory Committees,
applicable Board(s) and the general public be provided with the necessary
resources to have a thorough understanding of the meaning and uses of
the Code of Conduct;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT an optional education session in
the form of a Special General Committee meeting be held in the
immediate future; and
THAT the education session shall be in regards to the Code of Conduct.
and its uses, meaning, implications, applications and operationalization;
and
THAT the educational session be held prior to a scheduled Tuesday
evening meeting of Council or General Committee.
On a recorded vote the motion was CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
8. Motion from Councillor MacEachern
Re: Permanent Location for Petch Log House
(Notice was provided to General Committee on Tuesday October 7, 2008)
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Town staff be directed to meet with staff from Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority and the Ontario Heritage Trust to explore the
feasibility of locating the Petch Log House in Sheppard's Bush as a
permanent site to be used for Community Programming in partnership
.with the Town's Leisure Services Department and Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority; and
THAT staff include a capital budget item in the 2009 budget for Council's
consideration and discussion.
CARRIED
9. Motion from CounciliorMacEachern
Re: Former York Region Water Tower Site
(Notice was provided to General Committee on Tuesday, October 7, 2008)
Moved byCouncillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Granger
THAT Council declare the former York Water Tower site as parkland; and
THAT staff be directed to name the park through the Town's Park Naming
Policy; and
THAT staff be directed to complete an assessment of the property to
determine recreational options for the park; and
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10.
THAT staff hold a public consultation process to gather Input from the area
residents to determine needs and preferences; and
THAT staff report to the Leisure Services Advisory Committee after the
public consultation process is completed; and
THAT staff include a capital budget item for the project in the 2009 budget
for Council's consideration and discussion.
CARRIED
Memorandum from Mayor Morris
Re: Travel Expenses - Prince of Wales Award Ceremony to Quebec City
MovedbyCouncillorBuck Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the funds used for the Mayor's travel and accommodation expenses
for the Prince of Wales Award Ceremony in Quebec City be provided from
the Mayor's conference budget.
CARRIED
13. Correspondence from Metrolinx "
Re: Release of the Draft ,Regional Transportation Plan and Draft
Investment Strategy
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the correspondence from Metrolinx be received for information; and
THAT notification be provided on the Town's website and the Notice
Board.
CARRIED
14. Adoption of Recommendations from Closed Session Meeting of
September 23, 2008
Moved by CouncillorColfins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT the recommendations from the Closed Session Meeting held on
September 23, 2008 regarding the following matters be approved:
Labour Relations Matter — Recruitment Process of New CAO
Labour Relations Matter — Recruitment Process of New Town Solicitor
Property Matter — Disposition of Unopened Road Allowance, Park Street
Property Matter — Town Owned Leslie Street Lands
Property Matter—Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre
Payment of Bulkhead Repairs
Property Matter — Memo from Councillor Collins-Mrakas
Re: Slronach Aurora Recreation Centre
Payment of Bulkhead Repairs
CARRIED
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Minutes of Council Meeting No. 08-26
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Page 8 of 8
Xll REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Morris advised that there is no new information to report from the Region
at this time, and that the next Regional Council will be taking place on October
23, 2008,
X1I1 NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION -COUNCILLORS
Councillor Gaertner gave Notice of Motion pertaining to approval of minutes from
closed sessions.
Councillor Wilson inquired about the Regional road work which just commenced
or Wellington Street. The Manager of Operations Services advised that the
Town has already contacted the Region's Project Management Team to request
information on 'a number of issues related to this project,, (i.e.: end -date and
contingency measure to relieve congestion) and staff are waiting to hear back.
X/V READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
5077-08.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law No. 2213-78, as
amended, being the Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora.
(144 Wellington Street East, File: D14-15-08).,
Monopoll Holdings Inc.
5083-08.0 BEING A BY-LAW to confirm actions by Council resulting
from meeting 08-26 on October 14, 2008.
CARRIED
111 CLOSED SESSION AGENDA (Continued from 6:00 p.m. session)
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor McRoberts
THAT Council resolve back Into a Closed Session to consider the
remainder of items on the closed session agenda.
CARRIED
XV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Granger
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
CARRIED
PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR BOB PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK
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AURORA
TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL - PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING
MINUTES
NO. 08-27
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall .
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Deputy Mayor McRoberts in the Chair; Councillors
Buck (arrived at 7:30 p.m:),Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner
(arrived at 7:05, p.m.), Gallo, Granger, MacEachern,
and Wilson
MEMI3EH5 ABb[zNT Mayor Morris was absent
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Planning, Planner, Manager of
Administration/Deputy Clerk, Manager of Legislative
Services/Deputy Clerk and Council/Committee
Secretary
The Deputy Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act,
H APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Seconded by Councillor
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department,
with the following additional item, be approved:
Petition in Support of Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Aurora Wellness House Inc. (Sormeh Spa & Inn)
32 & 34 Wellington Street East and 33 Centre Street
File D14-11-08
CARRIED
III PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Deputy Mayor McRoberts outlined the procedures that would be followed in the
conduct of the public meeting. The Deputy Clerk confirmed that appropriate
notice had been given and that signs had been posted on the subject properties
in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act.
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PL08.106 - Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Aurora Wellness House Inc. (Sormeh Spa & Inn)
32 & 34 Wellington Street East and 33 Centre Street
File D14-11-08 -
Planning Staff
The Planner provided a description of the application and reviewed the contents
of the report, outlining the location of the property and current uses of the subject
and surrounding lands.
The Planner advised that the owner of the properties is requesting a.Zoning By-
law Amendment to allow overnight accommodations in four rooms for spa
customers and that the parking spaces be reduced from 33 spaces to 26 spaces.
As well, the Planner advised that the owner has submitted a site plan application,
which would encompass 32 and 34 Wellington Street East and 33 Centre Street.
The proposal is: to expand the existing spa at 32 Wellington Street East to
include a restaurant, the addition of four rooms for overnight accommodation and
a reduction in parking spaces; to convert the existing residence at 34 Wellington
Street East to business and professional offices; and to demolish the existing
residential dwelling at 33 Centre Street and convert it to a parking area consisting
of nine parking spaces to be merged with 34 Wellington Street East.
The Planner indicated that a mutual driveway is proposed between 32 and 34
Wellington Street East and that the Town would prefer a narrow driveway for
Ingress or egress, but not both, in order to reduce the possibility of creating a
thoroughfare from Wellington Street East to Centre Street.
The Planner advised that Official Plan Amendment #46 established a site specific
historic core community centre designation on these properties in 2003. At that
time, applications were submitted for an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning
By-law Amendment to develop the property for a 4- storey, 36 unit condominium
building. The building at 32 Wellington Street East was to remain and the
residential condominium building was to take up a portion of the rear of that
property. Proposed for demolition at that time was 34 Wellington Street East and
33 Centre Street. The OPA was approved by Council with some conditions, such
as landscaping and screening, but the zoning component was never completed.
The Planner. advised, therefore, that the OPA designation does stand on these
properties, and 34 Wellington Street East cannot be demolished. The Planner
indicated that the application does conform to the site specific OPA that was
placed on these properties.
Applicant/Agent
Mr. Gary Templeton of Templeton Planning Ltd. addressed Council to advise that
a good balance will be created through the proposed site plan. Mr. Templeton
indicated that the structures at 32 and 34 Wellington Street East would be
preserved and that the intent is to remove the neglected structure at 33 Centre
Street. Mr. Templeton advised that, based on a thorough analysis which was
completed, the provision of 26 parking spaces at 32 Wellington Street East would
be sufficient, and that 34 Wellington Street East will be professional offices with 9
parking spaces.
Public Comments
Mr. James Wood, 10 Spruce Street, addressed Council to advise that he is
opposed to the proposal. Mr. Wood suggested that overnight accommodation is
not required, as there is already a hotel in Aurora. Mr. Wood also raised
concerns pertaining to matters such as: weeds growing on the property, a
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container for garbage, the need for a catch basin with the introduction of a
parking lot, the possibility of a cedar hedge along the property on Centre Street,
light pollution from vehicles travelling through the property from Wellington Street .
East to Centre Street, and resulting traffic on Centre Street.
The applicant, Mr. Gary Templeton, responded to Mr. Wood's comments and
assured Council that each matter would be satisfactorily addressed at the
appropriate time in the process.
The public portion of the meeting closed at 7:62 p.m. and Council's deliberations
began.
Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the terrace on the north side of the subject property not be utilized
as a bar area.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the application be approved in principle, subject to any outstanding
issues and other comments received; and
THAT, in light of the late discovery of OPA46 as it pertains to these lands,
staff review OPA46 and report to Council, outlining any and all concerns
that may arise resulting from the application; and
THAT access from Wellington Street East and Centre Street be reviewed
to ensure the proposed points are the most desirable, considering both
traffic and potential area residents' concerns; and
THAT the outdoor garbage area be situated in a location which will ensure
no negative impacts on area residents, both from a site and odour
perspective; and
THAT the impact of outdoor lighting be considered, to avoid negative
impacts on area residents; and
THAT cedar hedging and plantings along Centre Street be considered, to
reduce potential impacts on area residents; and
THAT storm run-off be reviewed and that, in the interim, staff request the
applicant to maintain the property in accordance with the Town of Aurora's
Property Standards By-law in order to address some concerns raised by a
resident; and
THAT the Zoning By-law definition specify the intended use of the
overnight stay accommodations; and
THAT staff ensure that any outdoor uses take into consideration noise and
other impacts to area residents, and
THAT protection of existing foliage be reviewed as part of the site plan
process.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COUNCIL - OCTOBER 28 2008 Public Planning Minutes - 4
Special CouncrI — Public Planning Minutes No. 08-27,
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Page 4 of 4
IV READING OFBY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor MacEachern
THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2"tl and 3fd readings, and
enacted:
5086-08.0 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by
Council Resulting From Meeting 08-27
on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 .
CARRIED
V ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
CARRIED
BOB MCROBERTS, DEPUTY MAYOR KAREN EWART, DEPUTY CLERK
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
NO, 08-33
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Monday, October 20, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Collins-Mrakas,
Gaertner ,(arrived at 7:29 p.m.), Gallo, Granger,
MacEachern, McRoberts and Wilson (left at 8:45
P-m-)
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Buck
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of
Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of
Planning, Director of Financial Services/ Treasurer,
Financial Analyst/Budget Supervisor and Manager of .
Legislative ServiceslDeputy Clerk
Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m._
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None
11 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
General Committee recommends:
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department
with the following additions be approved: -
Y Business Plans - Replacement Pages;
Building Administration Department — replaces pages 13, 14, 15,
16,17,18. -
Leisure Services Department — replaces pages 40, 41, 42, 43
Administration Department — replaces pages 48, 49, 56, 57
➢ Public Works Department— Request for Complement Change
Forms
CARRIED
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Page 2 of 3
//I CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS
Departmental Business Plans
b) Building Administration Department
General Committee recommends:
ITEM# 1-2
THAT the proposed staff complement forecasted for 2009 be reflected on
the staff chart on page 6 of 11 of the Building Administration business
plan; and
THAT the Building Administration business plan be received for
information.
CARRIED
a) Planning Department
General Committee recommends:
THAT wording similar to what was used in the Building Administration
business plan be used on page 3, item 8 of the Planning. and
Development business plan regarding sustainability policies; and '
THAT item 1 under the"2010 Action Steps on page 3 of the Planning and
Development business plan be . moved to 2009 and the word
"intensification" be changed to "infill"; and
THAT an item be added on page 3 under 2009 Action Steps to include a
full range of housing projects and accommodate co-operative housing and
that the community style be considered; and
THAT on page 5, item 3 under the 2009 Action Steps, the words
"completion of be taken out ; and
THAT the Planning and Development business plan be received for
information.
CARRIED
c) Leisure Services Department
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Leisure Services business plan be referred back to the Director
of Leisure Services to review with the Acting CAD to provide more
linkages and action steps/detalls.
DEFEATED
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Monday, October 20, 2008
Page 3 of 3
ITEM # 1 - 3
General Committee recommends:
THAT staff review the proposed staff complements and bring forward only
those staff complements that are required for approved projects that apply
under today's conditions and what is required to function; and
THAT the review reflect current needs irrespective of the previous years
business plan; and
THAT the Leisure Services department business plan be received for
information.
CARRIED
Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Re: Council Priority List
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Director of Corporate Services provide a list of any capital
budget projects that would qualify for funding or have received grants for
in 2009; and
THAT the capital. budget sheets for items 34, 35 and 36 be placed on the
November 4 General Committee agenda for discussion; and
THAT item 14 be removed from the Council Priority List; and
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services regarding
the Council Priority List be received for information.
CARRIED
IV ADJOURNMENT
General Committee recommends. -
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
CARRIED
THE REPORT OF THE SPECIAL GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 08-33 IS
SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2008.
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TOWN OFAURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
NO, 08-34
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, October21, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Councillor MacEachern in the Chair; Mayor Morris,
Councillor Buck (arrived at 7:27 p.m. and left at 10:30
p.m.), Councillor Collins-Mrakas (arrived at 7:12 p.m.),
Councillor Gaertner (arrived at 7:10 p.m.), Councillors
Gallo, Granger and McRoberts
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Wilson was absent.
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Corporate ServlceslTown Clerk, Director of
Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of
Planning and Development, Director of Public Works,
Director of Financial Services/Treasurer, and
Council/Committee Secretary
Councillor MacEachern called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
H APPROVAL OF AGENDA
General Committee recommends:
THAT the agenda as circulated. by the Corporate Services Department,
with the following additional item, be approved:
➢ Closed Session — Town -owned Leslie Street Lands
CARRIED
III ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES
General Committee Meeting Minutes, 08-32, October 7, 2008
General Committee recommends:
THAT the General Committee Meeting minutes 08-32 be adopted.
CARRIED
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Page 2 of 7
IV DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 2, 5, 7, 11, 12 and 14 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:
1: ART08.07—Arts & Culture Advisory Committee. Meeting Minutes
September 25, 2008
THAT the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
September 25, 2008 meeting bereceived and the recommendations
contained therein be approved.
3. EACOB-08 — Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
October 6, 2008 _
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting minutes from the
October 6, 2008 meeting be received and the recommendations contained
therein be approved.
4. PW08-037 — Purchase Order Increase — Street Lighting Repair Contract
THAT Council approve the cost increase of the current purchase order for
the 2008 street lighting repairs contract by $11,500 to a revised upset limit
of $61,500.
6. PWO8-040 — Kylemore (Bayview Meadows) Ltd.
Agreement to Construct Retaining Walls
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with
Kylemore (Bayview Meadows) Ltd. respecting the master grading and
drainage plan and the construction of retaining walls on the rear portion of
Lots 155 to 163 inclusive on Plan 65M-3946.
8. CS08-040 — 2009 Council and Committee Meeting Calendar
THAT the 2009 Council and Committee meeting calendar be approved.
9. CS08-041 —Council Pending List
THAT report CSO8-041 be received for information purposes.
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ITEM # 2 - 31
10, FS08-045 —2008 Second Quarter Water/Wastewater Report
THAT the 2008 Second Quarter WaterlWastewater Report be received;
and
THAT the Water/Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department is
instructed to eliminate all discretionary spending for the remainder of
2008.
13. PL08-103— Implementing Pre -Consultation By-law (Bill 61)
THAT. Council enact By-law 5084-08.D, being. a by-law to require
development proponents to pre -consult with the Corporation of the Town
of Aurora respecting planning applications.
CARRIED
VI DELEGATIONS
(a). Mr. Richard Dowling, Unit Treasurer, Holland River Unit
Canadian Cancer Society
Re: Relay for Life Event _
Mr. Richard Dowling addressed General Committee to provide an overview of the
2008 Relay -for Life Event,advising that this is the largest fundraising event for
the Canadian Cancer Society. Mr. Dowling requested that the Town of Aurora,
once again, be an event sponsor and that the event take place at Lambert
Willson. Park in June 2009.
General Committee recommends.
THAT the comments of the delegate be received; and
THAT Council endorse the request by the Canadian Cancer Society for
the Town of Aurora to participate as an event sponsor for the 2009 Relay
for Life Event at Lambert Willson Park.
CARRIED
(b) Ms Jane Reeves
Re: Item 2(2) — Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes —Cousins Drive Area Traffic Study
Ms Jane Reeves addressed General Committee to request the installation of a
three-way stop sign and crosswalk at Cousins Drive and Wells Street. As well,
Ms Reeves requested an increase of police presence In the area to ensure
compliance to the stop sign and to revisit the issue in the future if traffic is not
calmed after these measures.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to item 2 on
the agenda.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Page 4 of 7
General Committee recommends:
THAT item 2 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
2. TSAC08-06 — Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
October 8, 2008
(2) TSAC08-012 - Cousins Drive Area Traffic Study
General Committee recommends:
ITEM# 2-4
THAT the Cousins Drive Area Traffic Study be referred to staff in order to
undertake another study during a time period when school is in session;
and
THAT staff bring back the rationale used by the engineers for deciding not
to install stop signs at Cousins Drive and Wells Street.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT the following corrections be made to the TSACOS-06 minutes of
October 8, 2008:
- indicate that Councillor Gallo was present at the meeting
- indicate that Councillor Gallo was the mover of the motion for Item 2 —
Cousins Drive Area Traffic Study
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Manager of By-law Services send a letter to the school bus
companies advising them that their buses should park on the side of the
street.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT the balance of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting
minutes from the October 8, 2008 meeting be received and the
recommendations contained therein be approved.
CARRIED
Vll PRESENTATIONS BY THE COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE
None
Vlll CONSIDERATION OFITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
General Committee recommends:
THAT item 11 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 08-34
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Page 5 of 7
ITEM # 2 - s
11. PL08.096— Servicing Allocation Matrix
(referred from October 7, 2008 General Committee)
General Committee recommends:
THAT report PL08-096 be received; and
THAT Council allocate 3 units of the allocation to St. John's Road
Development Limited (File: D12-00-1A) to provide for part lots that were
merged with the adjacent plan of subdivision; and
THAT a more comprehensive report be prepared by
staff reflecting potential development sites in the downtown core area that
may require servicing allocation prior to additional servicing allocation
being made available to the Town to determine if the remaining
unallocated 50 units of servicing allocation is sufficient to address potential
core area development; and
THAT, should this exercise reflect that the current 50 units of
unallocated servicing Is not sufficient to address these potential sites;
consideration than be given to reassign "new development" servicing
allocation to core area development.
CARRIED
5. PW08-039 — Train Anti -Whistle Update
General Committee recommends:
THAT report PW08-039 be received; and
THAT staff contact York Region and GO Transit to consider cost sharing
with the Town of Aurora in order for LIMA Engineering Ltd. to update the
Crossing Assessment report for the four, crossings as requested by
Transport Canada; and
THAT the funds to undertake the Town's portion of the study be secured
from the Engineering Fees Reserve Fund, contingent upon receiving co-
operative funding from York Region and GO Transit; and
THAT staff begin the public consultation process as required by Transport
Canada; and
THAT a review of the pedestrian level crossing at Cousins Drive and
Industrial Parkway be included in the crossing assessment report.
CARRIED
PWOB-041 — Implementation of a Snow Windrow Clearing Program
For Seniors and Physically Challenged Residents
General Committee recommends:
THAT a windrow program be provided basedon a full cost recovery fee of
$130 per household, per season; and
THAT Council approve the associated contract amendments necessary
for the works to be included in the previously awarded Tender No.
PW2008-37, for the winter road plowing contract, to 614128 Ontario Ltd.
c/o Trisan Construction Ltd; and
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Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Page 6 of 7 .
ITEM # 2 - 6
THAT Council direct staff to report back in the Spring of 2009 on the
programs successes and challenges.
CARRIED
12. 131-08-102 — Downtown Study - Yonge and Wellington Corridor
General Committee recommends:
THAT the study be called "Yonge and Wellington Corridor Study"; and
THAT Council approve the Terms of Reference for the Yonge and
Wellington Corridor Study; and
THAT Council authorize staff to initiate a Request for Proposal process to
retain the required consultants to undertake the Yonge and Wellington
Corridor Study; and
THAT the Terms of Reference be amended to reflect that the study shall
be completed within 12 months; and
THAT priority be placed on downtown revitalization; and
THAT the committee shall be called a "Steering Committee"; and
THAT the following individuals be appointed to the Steering Committee:
- the Economic Development Officer
- a member of the Economic Development Advisory Committee
- a member of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
- a member of the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee
- a member of the Heritage Advisory Committee
- a staff member from the Aurora Chamber of Commerce
- staff support from the Town of Aurora
- Mayor Phyllis Morris
CARRIED
Councillor Buck left at 10:30 p.m.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the meeting be extended until 11:00 p.m.
CARRIED
14. Correspondence from Neighbourhood Network
General Committee recommends:
THAT the correspondence from Neighbourhood Network be received for
information; and
THAT the matter be referred to staff to review policies pertaining to the
types of links that may be provided on the Town website and which links
are currently available.
CARRIED
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Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Page 7 of 7
ITEM # 2 -
IX NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION— COUNCILLORS
Councillor MacEachern provided Notice of Motion regarding the Committee of
Adjustment Procedural By-law.
Councillor MacEachern provided Notice of Motion regarding Closed Session
meeting attendance.
X CLOSED SESSION
General Committee recommends:
THAT General Committee resolve into a Closed Session to consider the
following:
Property Mailer — Town -owned Leslie Street Lands
(Added Item)
CARRIED
XI ADJOURNMENT
General Committee recommends:
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
CARRIED
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 08-34 IS SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2008.
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TOWN OF A URORA
SPECIAL GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
NO, 08-35
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Deputy Mayor McRoberts In the Chair, Councillors
Buck (left at 9:40 p.m.), Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner,
Gallo,Granger, MacEachern, and Wilson
MEMBERS ABSENT Mayor Morris was absent.
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Planning & Development, Planner,
Manager of Administration/Deputy Clerk, Manager of
Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Council/Committee
Secretary
Deputy Mayor McRoberts called the meeting to order at 9:18 p.m
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
I/ APPROVAL OF AGENDA
General Committee recommends:
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department be
approved.
CARRIED
Ill DELEGATIONS
None
IV CONSIDERATION OF ITEM FOR DISCUSSION
1. PL08-107 — Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Applications
Beswick Properties Yonge Street Inc.
14735 Yonge Street
Files D14-08-08 and D11-13.08
Mr, Howard Friedman from HBR Planning addressed General Committee to respond to
questions pertaining to: sustainable landscaping issues, artist's renderings, the covered
garage, site preparation work, drive through operations and traffic flow.
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Page 2 of 2
Councillor Buck left the meeting at 9:40 P.M.
General Committee recommends:
ITEM# 3-2
THAT Council approve Zoning Amendment Application D14-08-08; and
THAT Site Plan Application DII-13-08 be approved to permit the
construction of a 2 storey, 3,608m2 (38,837 it ) multi -unit commercial
building; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the site plan
agreement; and
THAT Implementing Zoning By-law 5085-08.1) be enacted to rezone the
subject lands from "Service Commercial (C3)" to "Shopping Centre
Commercial (C4-23) Exception Zone' to permit a bank with a drive
through, retail stores and offices on the second floor. -
CARRIED
V CLOSED SESSION
None
V ADJOURNMENT
General Committee recommends:..
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:43 p. m.
W-MTRIWI,
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 08-35 IS SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2008.
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AukTOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL No. PL08-108
SUBJECT: Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment Application
Daniels LP Corporation
15933 Bayview Avenue
File Numbers: D12-03-06 and D14-17-06
FROM: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Development Services
DATE: October28, 2008
RECOMMENDATION
THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Draft Plan of
Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications D12-03-06 and .
D14-17-06 scheduled for a Public Planning Meeting to be held on November 26,
2008.
Proposal
Daniels LR Corporation has submitted Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law
Amendment applications to develop the subject lands for: .
• twenty-eight (28) freehold street townhouses;
• a residential block (2.2191 hectares or 5.48 acres) of 151 units comprised of 16
. townhouses and 135 stacked townhouse units with condominium tenure; and,
• a commercial block approximately 0.4755 hectares (1.174 acres).
BACKGROUND
The subject property was previously owned by Vic Priestly and Claretree
Developments. In 2006, the Owners submitted applications for a Draft Plan of
Subdivision and Zoning Amendment to develop the site with a 4 storey apartment
building, freehold townhouses, a 4 storey senior's building and a commercial plaza.
These applications were never considered by Council (the Owner requested a deferral
from the September 2007 Public Planning meeting it was scheduled for) and the lands
were subsequently sold to the current owners.
Location
The subject property is located at the south-east corner of Bayview Avenue and St.
John's Sideroad (see Figure 1). The property is municipally known as 15933 Bayview
Avenue and has the following characteristics:
total site area of approximately 3.78 hectares (9.36 acres);
frontages of approximately 171.36 metres (562 feet) along both Bayview Avenue
and St. John's Sideroad; and,
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and St. John's Sideroad; and,
has an existing brick house, detached garage and other accessory structures that
are proposed to be demolished as part of this application. These structures have no
heritage status.
Surrounding Land Uses
The surrounding land uses are as follows:
North: St. John's Sideroad; undeveloped land;
South: residential lands currently under construction;
East: vacant land/future residential; and,
West: Bayview Avenue; existing commercial lands (Superstore).
The subject property is designated "Convenience Commercial" and "Medium -High
Density Residential" by the Bayview Northeast Area 2B Secondary Plan (OPA 30).
The Official Plan permits a range of medium density housing and commercial uses such
as retail stores, restaurants, places of entertainment and offices. The lands are zoned
"Rural Residential (RU)" within the Town of Aurora By-law 2213-78, as amended;
therefore an amendment is required to facilitate the proposed development.
COMMENTS
Preliminary Review
A preliminary review of the proposed application has been undertaken by the Planning
and Development Services Department. Staff have identified the following matters to
be addressed in greater detail:
1) conformity with applicable Provincial, Regional and Town policies; and,
2) consideration of the subject application relative to existing and future
surrounding land uses to assess the compatibility and appropriateness of the
proposed amendment to the zoning by-law.
SERVICING ALLOCATION
Servicing allocation needs will be evaluated when the technical review of the application
is completed.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Not applicable.
LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
The applicability of the subject application to the Strategic Plan will be determined when
the technical review is completed.
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PROVINCIAL POLICY STATEMENT
There are no conflicts with the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement as a result of
this application.
OPTIONS
Not applicable.
CONCLUSION
Applications have been submitted for a Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law
Amendment to permit 28 street townhouses, 151 condominium townhouses and a
convenience commercial plaza. Staff recommends that Council receive as information
the overview of the aforementioned applications, scheduled for the November 26, 2008
Public Planning Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS
Figure 1 - Location Plan
Figure 2 — Proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision
Figure 3- Proposed Conceptual Site Plan
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
Management Team Meeting —October 21, 2008
Prepared by. Deborah Gianneffa, M.Sc.PI.
Planner, Extension 4347
Marco nr, M.c.i.P., R.P.P.
Director of Planning and Development Services
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