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AURORA
COUNCIL
AGENDA
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nEsDAr, DNE 14 2005
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
10/06/05
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
NO. 05-21
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
7:00 P.M. OPEN FORUM — COUNCIL MEETING TO FOLLOW
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
11 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented.
Ill ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of May 24, 2005, Meeting Number 05-20
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 05-20 be adopted as
printed and circulated.
IV PRESENTATIONS
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Council Meeting No. 05-21
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
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Vll DELEGATIONS
Vlll CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
IX REGIONAL REPORT
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
XI READING OF BY-LAWS
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1 st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4667-05.F BEING A BY-LAW to (pg. B-1)
Authorize the Issuance
of Debentures for the
Construction of New
Recreation Complex.
4677.05.0 BEING A BY-LAW to (pg. B-2)
confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting
of June 14, 2005.
Xll IN CAMERA
Legal and Personnel Matters
THAT Council proceed In Camera to address legal and personnel matters.
Xlll ADJOURNMENT
Council Meeting No. 05-21
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
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AGENDA ITEMS
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 05-15 (pg. 1)
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 05-15 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
2 Memo from the Directors of Planning and Building (pg. 11)
Re: Propsed Soccer Bubble, Labert Willson Park
(Follow-up from - General Committee Meeting
Report No. 05-15, Tuesday, June 7, 2005)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memo be received as information.
3. PW05-021 —15018 Yonge Street - Site Plan Application D11-09-05 (pg. 13)
and Zoning By-law Application D14-11-03
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council receive for information Report PW05-021 entitled "15018
Yonge Street Site Plan Application D11-09-05 and Zoning By-law
Application D14-11-03"; and
THAT in relation to Site Plan Application D11-09-05, Council direct staff to:
➢ acquire a 5m x 5m daylight triangle at the southwest corner of the
intersection of Kennedy Street and Yonge Street as directed by the
Official Plan;
➢ forgo the requirement for a 2.5m road widening along the Kennedy
Street West flankage of 15018 Yonge Street; and.
➢ continue discussions with the applicant to ensure the appropriate storm
water quality control mechanism is in place for this development.
Council Meeting No. 05-21
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
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4. SDTF05-01 — May 19, 2005 Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force (pg. 19)
Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Record of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force meeting,
held on May 19, 2005, be received for information and Council endorse
the following recommendations of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task
Force; and
2. THAT Councillor Evelyn Buck be appointed as the Secondary Dwelling
Unit Task Force Chair.
3. Establish Terms of Reference for Committee
(To be distributed - June 14 2005)
THAT the Terms of Reference, as presented by the Director of Building
Administration, for the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force, attached
hereto as Appendix 1, with the following amendments, be endorsed:
➢ THAT there be no Mission Statement created at this time; and
➢ THAT no meetings be scheduled in July and August of 2005 and
2006.
5. ACCESS05-03 — May 19, 2005 Accessibility Advisory Committee (pg. 24)
Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Accessibility Advisory Committee
meeting, held on May 19, 2005, be received for information and Council
endorse the following recommendations of the Accessibility Advisory
Committee:
2. Swimming Pool Wheelchair
THAT staff immediately purchase one swimming pool wheelchair from
Shoppers Home Care to be used at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex;
and
THAT staff purchase an additional swimming pool wheelchair, the same
make and model, to be used at the new Recreation Complex when it
becomes operational.
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LGENDA ITEM 01
TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
REPORT
NO. 05-16
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner,
Kean, Vrancic and West.
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Morris was absent on personal business
and Councillors Hogg and Wallace were absent with
regrets.
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate
Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building, Director of
Leisure Services, Manager of Development Planning,
Director of Public Works, Deputy Treasurer, Town
Solicitor, and Council/Committee Secretary.
Mayor Jones called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
APPROVAL OFAGENDA
General Committee recommends:
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department, with the following additional item, be approved:
➢ Letter from Ontario Power Authority to the CAO
Re: Item 5 — ADM05-010 —Appointments to Ontario Power Authority
(OPA) Working Group — Request for the selection of one Staff
Member Representative to sit on the Working Group.
CARRIED
Ifl DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 5, 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21 and 22 were identified for discussion.
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General Committee Report No. 05.16 Page 2 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
IV 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
Committee and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to
give effect to same:
PL05-047 — Proposed Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District
THAT the letter from the Olds, Aurora Ratepayers Association requesting
the Town proceed with the Initiation of a Heritage Conservation District
Study for Northeast Old Aurora be received; and
THAT staff be directed to report back to General Committee at the
meeting of June 21, 2005 respecting the following:
Proposed Heritage Conservation District Study Area boundary;
• Terms of Reference for the Heritage Conservation District Study;
• Request for proposals to undertake the study;
• Selection of a committee to review proposals and recommend to
Council;
• Appointment of a Heritage Conservation District Study Advisory Sub -
Committee;
• Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law; and
THAT a Heritage Conservation District Study Sub -Committee be formed.
2. PL05-048— The Ontario Heritage Act — Recent Amendments
THAT the staff report entitled "The Ontario Heritage Act — Recent
Amendments", dated June 7, 2005 be received.
3. PL05-049 — Designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
Hartman's Corners School, S.S. #1 Whitchurch Township
118 Wellington Street East
Roya Alamt
THAT The Hartman's Corners School, S.S. #1_Whitchurch _Township at
118 Wellington Street East be approved for designation under Part IV of
the Ontario Heritage Act, as recommended by the Heritage Advisory
Committee of Aurora; and
THAT the Corporate Services Department be authorized to:
• Publish and serve Council's Notice of Intention to Designate as per the
requirements of the Act; and
• Prepare the Designation By-law for the Property; and
THAT, as recommended by the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora,
the application for demolition of the Hartman's Corners School, S.S. #1
Whitchurch Township be denied; and
THAT the owner be requested to work with the Town (Community
Planner) to determine solutions for the rehabilitation of the Hartman's
Corners School, S.S. #1, Whitchurch Township.
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General Committee Report No. 05.16 Page 3 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
4. PL05-051 — Prehearing Conference of the Ontario Municipal Board (pg. 70)
Respecting Appeals to OPA# 17 and ROPA # 3
Regarding the Delineation of the Town's Urban Settlement Area
OMB Case No. PL980166, OMB File No. 0980052
THAT staff be authorized to retain the law firm of Weir and Foulds to
appear at an Ontario Municipal Board Prehearing Conference on June 22,
2005 respecting appeals by Shell Products Canada Limited, Whitwell
Development Limited, and Quakers Lundy Farm from a decision of the
Regional Municipality of York to approve an expansion of the Aurora
urban settlement boundary to permit the urban settlement area to include
various lands.
CS05-018— Animal Control Services Update
THAT the Animal Control Services Update Report be received for
information; and
THAT Council authorize that staff enter into a month to month agreement
with the current service provider, Kennel Inn, pending the finalization of
the RFP and associated review process.
8. CS05-019 — Council Pending List - Status Report
THAT CS05-019 be received for information purposes.
10. PW05.017 — Review of Water and Wastewater Service Delivery
System, Region of York Transportation and Works
Committee Recommendations
THAT Council receive for information Report No. PW05-017 regarding the
review of the water and wastewater delivery system, as recommended by
the Region of York Transportation and Works Committee; and
THAT staff be requested to report further on the details of a Service Level
Agreement between the Town and the Region.
12. PW05-020 — Operation and Maintenance of the Town's
Traffic Signals
THAT Council receive for information Report PW05-020 entitled
"Operation and Maintenance of the Town's Traffic Signals;
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the attached
agreement between the Town of Aurora and York Region for the operation
and maintenance of the Town's traffic signals on Yonge Street in the Town
of Aurora; and
THAT a copy of Report PW05-020 be forwarded to the Clerk of the Region
of York.
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General Committee Report No. 05-16 Page 4 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
14. PW05-015 —Award of Tender No. PW-2005-01 - Pavement
Markings of Various Streets and Parking Lots
THAT Tender No. PW-2005-01 — "Pavement Markings of Various Streets
and Parking Lots', be awarded to K.D.N. Pavement Markings Ltd. at the
tendered price of $21,780.00 per year for a three year period exclusive of
GST; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the
attached Form of Agreement between the Town of Aurora and K.D.N.
Pavement Markings for the pavement markings of various streets and
parking lots.
16. LS05.032 — Deferral of Playing Surface Floor Replacement and
Additional Funding for Dasher Board Replacement
THAT Council be advised of the deferral of the ACC #1 playing surface
floor replacement until 2006; and
THAT additional funding for arena dasher board and glass replacement at
ACC #1 be considered in the 2006 Capital Budget.
19. LS05-038 — New Fire Hall - Approval to Proceed to Tender
THAT Council approve the design and layout of the new Fire Hall; and
further
THAT Council authorize staff to proceed with the Tendering process for
the new Fire Hall.
CARRIED
V DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Daniel Kostopoulos and Mr. Dino Basso
Re: Regional Noise Policy Presentation
WITHDRAWN AT THE REQUEST OF THE DELEGATE AND DEFERRED
TO THE JUNE 21, 2005 GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
(b) Mr. Gerry Mintz, Principal Engineer
Calearth International Development
Re: Continuance of Zoning By-law Amendment Application
15018 Yonge Street, Aurora, File D14-11-03
Mr. Mitntz advised that he is the representative of the new owners of 15018
Yonge Street and on their behalf requested that the Committee recommend
that Council approve the two outstanding Issues to complete the requirements
for the Zoning By-law Amendment Application pertaining to the subject
property, as quoted in Mr. Mintz's letter dated June 7, 2005:
1) A 2.5m road widening (not be taken) on Kennedy Street West; and
2) A quality control structure on the storm water drain from the catch basin to
an off street allowance existing manhole located on the property to the
south, being 15010 Yonge Street, as shown on the plan. "
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General Committee Report No. 05-16 Page 5 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
Mr. Mintz advised that Public Works staff had had discussions with the
applicant regarding the matter of storm water quality control and it appears
that a solution to this issue is feasible. Mr. Mintz concluded by asking that the
Committee recommend that Council to approve the two outstanding issues,
outlined above, and authorize staff to complete the finalization of Site Plan
Agreement.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to the Director
of Public Works for a report to the next meeting of Council on June 14, 2005.
CARRIED
(c) Mr. Aasit Amin
Re: Continuance of Zoning By-law Amendment Application
1501E Yonge Street, Aurora, File D14-11.03
Mr. Aasit Amin, owner of the lands located at 15018 Yonge Street, advised
that he fully concurs with the comments of Mr. Gerry Mintz, and encouraged
the Committee to approve and endorse Mr. Mintz's suggested
recommendations to Council.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
(d) Mr. Bert Dekkema
Re: Request for Change of Address for Thompson Funeral Home
Mr. Bert Dekkema of Trusthouse 88 Inc. advised that Thompson Funeral
Home is currently under the process of re -locating from 29 Victoria Street to
the south end of Industrial Parkway. Mr. Dekkema took a moment to express
his thanks and appreciation to the staff at the Town of Aurora for their
ongoing efforts and assistance in this matter. Mr. Dekkema introduced Mr.
Brent Forrester, the Managing Director of Thompson Funeral Home.
Mr. Forrester requested that the Committee recommend to Council that the
current proposed address for Thompson Funeral Home, being 530 Industrial
Parkway South, be changed to a Yonge Street address. Mr. Forrester
advised that the purpose for this request is to be able to offer clear and simple
directions to out of town visitors who are not familiar with the building or the
Town, who make up a significant percentage of their clientele. Mr. Forrester
advised that the only land between Yonge Street and the subject lands, is a
Regional road allowance, therefore the subject property technically abuts
Yonge Street, which is why they are asking Council to consider permitting this
re -addressing. Mr. Forrester advised that they have contacted those
agencies which might have a safety concern regarding an address change,
including Bell 911 and York Region Police, who had no issue with the address
change and York Central Fire Services, who expressed some initial concern.
Mr. Forrester advised that, having met with Fire Inspector John Adema, the
issues were addressed and documentation to that effect could be provided as
soon as available.
In conclusion, Mr. Forrester requested that, pending concurrence from
Central York Fire Services, Council give favourable consideration to this
request.
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General Committee Report No. 05.16 Page 6 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to staff to
report back to Council with the appropriate documents of approval from
Central York Fire Services, Bell 911 and York Region Police; and
THAT this report include a site map showing the exact location of the
subject lands.
CARRIED
(a) Mr. Miloslav Prikryl, Resident
Re: Youth and Youth Centre
Mr. Miloslav Prikryl requested that the Committee consider using the former
Aurora Public Library building to create an Aurora Youth Centre. Mr. Prikryl
advised that he had conducted a survey at two public schools asking various
questions about this idea and he provided the results of the survey which
were 97% In favour of this idea. Mr. Prikryl suggested that the youth
population provide a significant contribution to our community through
volunteer work and he indicated that this energy could be put towards fixing
up the building and making it into a viable space for this proposed use. Mr.
Prikryl advised that the centre would provide job opportunities for the youth in
staffing the centre and running programs and that it would be a positive
investment in our youth and the community as a whole.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
VI CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
5. ADM05-010 — Appointments to Ontario Power Authority (OPA)
Working Group; and
Letter from Ontario Power Authority to the CAD (ADDED ITEM)
Re: Item 5 - ADM05.010 — Appointments to Ontario Power Authority (OPA)
Working Group — Request for the selection of one Staff
Member Representative to sit on the Working Group.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Ontario Power Authority be requested to provide
definitions of the roles of each of the representatives required for the
various working groups; and
THAT Staff be requested to report back to Council on June 14, with
regard to this matter.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 05-16 Page 7 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
6. TR05-023—New Recreation Complex - Approval to Issue
Debentures and Financing Option
General Committee recommends:
THAT the anticipated proceeds from the sale of Aurora Hydro not be
considered as a means of financing the New Recreation Complex at this
time, due to the delay closing the sale and the need to develop a
comprehensive policy on the control and distribution of the proceeds from
the sale of Aurora Hydro; and
THAT Council authorize the issuance of debentures to complete the
approved funding of the New Recreation Complex being financed from
current and post 2013 Development Charges; and
THAT the Regional Municipality of York be requested to approve the
issuance of debentures to partially finance the New Recreation Complex
in the amount of $12,669,300 on behalf of the Corporation of the Town of
Aurora, repayable from Development Charges collected over a period of
ten (10) years;
THAT the Regional Municipality of York be requested to approve the
issuance of debentures to finance the New Recreation Complex in the
amount of $4,245,700 on behalf of the Corporation of the Town of Aurora,
repayable from post 2013 Development Charges over a period of twenty
(20) years; and
THAT the debenture financing of the Non -development Charge
component of the New Recreation Complex totalling $2,135,000 be
deferred until the completion of the Reserve and Reserve Fund Review
and Long Term Capital Funding Review; and
THAT By-law 4667-05.F be enacted at the June 14, 2005 Council
meeting; and
THAT staff be requested to advise Council, prior to the June 14, 2005
Council meeting, of the latest possible date that the Town could
reduce the funding or withdraw completely from the Debentures and
Financing Option without being penalized.
CARRIED
9. PW05.014—Approval to Execute an Engineering Agreement —
Design of Sidewalk, Bikeway and Illumination on
Bloomington Sideroad from Bathurst Street to
Bayview Avenue
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council authorize the Director of Public Works to execute an
Engineering Agreement between the Town of Aurora and R. V. Anderson
Associates Ltd. for the design of sidewalks, bikeway and illumination along
Bloomington Sideroad from Bathurst Street to Bayview Avenue at the
quoted cost of $59,800, exclusive of GST; and
THAT funds for this work be approved to be expended from the
Development Charges Reserve; and
THAT the Town of Richmond Hill be approached to consider funding
their proportionate share of the costs for the design of the bikeway,
illumination and retaining wall.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 05-16 Page 8 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
11. PW05-018 — Inspection of the Town of Aurora Drinking Water
System by the Ministry of Environment
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No. PW05-018 regarding an inspection of the Town of
Aurora's drinking water system performed on March 3, 2005 by the
Ministry of Environment Inspector be received for information.
CARRIED
13. ADMOS-011 — Memorandum of Understanding — One York
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to execute the
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding One York substantially
in the form attached hereto; and
THAT the Chief Administrative Officer report back to Council once the
preliminary investigations regarding gaps in need have been identified.
CARRIED
15. PW05-016— Award ofTender No. P.W.2005.28—Supply and
Delivery of Two Full Size 314 Ton Cargo Vans Complete
With Power Inverters
General Committee recommends:
THAT Tender No. P.W.2005-28 - "Supply and Delivery of Two Full Size
3/4 Ton Cargo Vans Complete With Power Inverters", be awarded to
Unionville Motors Ltd. at Its tendered price of $77,304.24, exclusive of
GST; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal. Clerk to execute the
attached Form of Agreement between the Town. of Aurora and Unionville
Motors Ltd. for the Supply and Delivery of Two Full Size 3/4 Ton Cargo
Vans Complete With Power Inverters.
CARRIED
17. LSOS-033 — Recommendation to Purchase a New Olympia
Millennium Ice Re -surfacer
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council approve the procurement of a new Resurrice 2005 Olympia
Millennium ice re -surfacing machine for the new Aurora Recreation
Complex in the amount of $76,814.25 plus G.S.T.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 05-16 Page 9 of 10
Tuesday, June 7,2005
18. LS05-036 — Tender L.S. 2005-32 - Purchase of One (1)
Full Size Cargo Van
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council authorize the purchase of one (1) Department of Leisure
Services full size Cargo Van from Unionville Motors Ltd. in the amount of
$29,954.05 less P.S.T. and G.S.T.
CARRIED
20. LS05-034— Aurora Historical Society Amending Agreement
General Committee recommends:
THAT the matter be referred back to staff to address various concerns
expressed by members of Council and provide additional background
information, including but not limited to:
• Request staff to meet with representatives from the Historical Society
to get clarification of who will be leasing/renting the building and for
what use(s), and report back on findings;
• Provide rationale for the ratio of 2 Councillors and 2 Historical Society
representatives on the Historical Society Capital Works Committee, as
this equal representation does not allow for a tie breaking vote;
• Provide rationale for 40 year lease term;
• Provide previous reports and a full history of funding provided by the
Town of Aurora for the Church Street School; and
• Clarification of parking arrangements for potential occupants; and
• THAT any amendments be incorporated in as part of the original
agreement.
CARRIED
21. LS05-037 — Public/Private Partnership - Soccer Bubble
General Committee recommends:
THAT subject to a satisfactory Agreement between the Town and
1651883 Ontario Inc., Council approve the construction of a Soccer
Bubble within Lambert Willson Park adjacent to the Royal Canadian
Legion; and
THAT Council waive the requirements for a re -zoning to permit the
construction of a soccer bubble; and
THAT Council waive the requirement to enter into a Site Plan Agreement
for the Project.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 05-16 Page 10 of 10
Tuesday, June 7, 2005
22. FAC05-01 — May 11, 2005 Finance Advisory Committee Meeting
Review of the Terms of Reference
(Referred by Council - May 241h, 2005)
General Committee recommends:
THAT the revised Terms of Reference for the Finance Advisory
Committee, reflecting Council's direction of December 14, 2004, be
approved.
CARRIED
VII OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
None
Vlll IN -CAMERA
None
IX ADJOURNMENT
General Committee recommends:
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
CARRIED
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 05-16 IS SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 2005.
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AGENDA ITEM # aZ
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AURORA
Date: June 9, 2005
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: S. Seibert, Planning and Development Services Department
L. Grellette, Building Department
Re: Proposed Soccer Bubble
Lambert Willson Park (adjacent to Royal Canadian Legion)
On June 7, 2005 Council considered staff report LS05-037 from the Leisure Services
Dept. to allow construction of a soccer bubble within Lambert Willson Park adjacent
to the Royal Canadian Legion.
At that meeting General Committee passed the following resolution:
THAT subject to a satisfactory Agreement between the Town and
1661883 Ontario Inc. that Council approve the construction of a Soccer
Bubble within Lambert Willson Park adjacent to the Royal Canadian
Legion; and
THAT Council waive the requirements for a re -zoning to permit the
construction of a soccer bubble; and
THAT Council waive the requirement to enter into a Site Plan Agreement
for the Project.
Staff was asked to clarify the process of site plan review and agreement related to
the proposed development. As noted in the report the development proposal would
be subject to a site plan submission and review process. This will include the
submission of detailed plans from the Town's consultant which will be circulated for
staff and agency review. These plans will include; location of structure, site servicing
matters such as municipal water supply, sanitary, storm water management control,
site grading, landscaping, building access, pedestrian movement outside of the
structure, lighting and fencing. These matters will be assessed for compliance with
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all relevant Town design standards. Any required changes to the plans will occur
prior the issuance of a building permit.
As the proposed development is being undertaken by the Town on Town owned
lands a site plan agreement will not be entered into. (i.e. the Town cannot enter into
an agreement with itself).
Leisure Services will be preparing a report for Council as part of the approval process
for the execution of the soccer bubble agreement between the Town and 1651883
Ontario Inc. at which time staff will be bringing forward a summary of comments from
the site plan review process.
We trust this information is of assistance. Should Council have further questions on
this matter staff will be pleased to respond to them.
Sincerely,
S. Seibert, MCIP, RPP
Director of Planning and Development Services
L. Grellette
Director of Building Administration
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AGENDA ITEIN # 3-1
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. PW05-021
SUBJECT: 15018 Yonge Street -Site Plan Application D11-09-05 and Zoning By-
law Application D14-11-03
FROM: W. H. Jackson, Director of Public Works
DATE: June 14, 2005
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT Council receive for information Report PW05-021 entitled "15018 Yonge Street
Site Plan Application D11-09-05 and Zoning By-law Application D14-11-03", and
THAT in relation to Site Plan Application D11-09-05, Council direct staff to;
• acquire a 5m x 5m daylight triangle at the southwest corner of the intersection
of Kennedy Street and Yonge Street as directed by the Official Plan;
• forgo the requirement for a 2.5m road widening along the Kennedy Street
West flankage of 15018 Yonge Street; and
• continue discussions with the applicant to ensure the appropriate storm water
quality control mechanism is in place for this development.
BACKGROUND
General Committee at its meeting of June 7, 2005, received two delegations and a letter
dated June 7, 2005 (attached as Appendix "A") from Mr. Gerry Mintz on the above noted
site plan application.
Committee requested staff to report on the matters raised in the letter from Mr. Mintz.
COMMENTS
The two outstanding items related to the subject site plan as reiterated in the letterfrom Mr.
Mintz are the Kennedy Street West road widening request and the need to provide storm
water quality control from this site. Each matter is discussed individually below.
1. Widening of Kennedy Road West Right -of -Way
As Council is aware, one of the standard checks performed by staff when reviewing any
development application is the need to obtain additional right-of-way (ROW) on any roads
adjacent to the development. For the most part, this is a simple comparison of the road
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June 14. 2005 .2. Report No. PW05-021
ROW shown in the Town's Official Plan versus the existing ROW. In the case of Kennedy
Street West, the existing ROW is 15m and the Official Plan designates a 20m ROW for this
street.
As noted by Mr. Mintz however, Kennedy Street West from George Street to Murray Drive
was recently reconstructed. At that time the existing ROW was not widened and the road
was reconstructed within the existing 15m ROW.
Also, given the nature of the existing development along Kennedy Street West between
Yonge Street and George Street staff does not consider it likely that many properties in this
area will be redeveloped in the foreseeable future. This means that the only way for the
Town to acquire a 20m ROW from Yonge Street to George Street would be expropriation.
Even with a 20m ROW, it would be extremely difficult to widen this section of the street
significantly without causing major disruptions to those properties.
In consideration of the above, it is hard to justify taking the 2.5m widening on the section of
Kennedy Street West adjacent to the subject development. However, because of the
Official Plan designation, Council will have to direct staff not to take this widening.
The one concern staff have with not acquiring the road widening from the property in
question (No. 15018 Yonge Street) is that if an extra lane is ever required on Kennedy
Street West at the Kennedy Street and Yonge Street intersection due to increased traffic
flows through the intersection, it would not be possible to construct it without having
additional ROW. Inasmuch as an extra lane at this intersection will, most likely, encourage
more traffic along Kennedy Street, staff does not consider a widening for additional lanes
to be a serious consideration at this time, It is believed, however, that the land for a turn
lane could be acquired in the future through expropriation.
It is noted that the Owner has previously agreed to transfer a 5.Om x 5.Om daylight triangle
at the corner of Kennedy Street West and Yonge Street to the Town. The requirement to
provide the triangle is also set out in the Official Plan and staff believes this requirement
should be met.
2 Provision of Storm Water Quality Control
The initial discussion around this item was not only the need for quality control but also the
cost of providing such control.
It is staff's position that no development/redevelopment should be exemptfrom stormwater
management quality (and quantity) control. With all of the effort the Town and the Lake
Simcoe Region Conservation Authority are putting into maintaining our watercourses as
clean as possible, it is important that every property owner contribute to appropriate
stormwater management controls.
With this in mind, staff has discussed with the applicant how quality control to a "Level 1"
protection standard (i.e. removal of 80% of suspended solids) is to be provided. This is the
level we require for the entire Town.
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Based on our most recent discussions, it appears that the applicant has found a solution
that will provide the quality control required by the Town. Although we have not completed
our review of the most recent proposal by the applicant, staff is of the opinion this is no
longer a point of contention for this development.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
There are no financial implications to the Town.
OPTIONS
Council may not wish to excuse the applicant from the need to give the Town a 2.5m
widening on Kennedy Street West flankage of the development parcel. In this instance,
the applicant will have difficulty providing the parking required by the zoning by-law.
CONCLUSIONS
The final two matters of discussion between the applicant and staff related to the subject
property appear to have been resolved, at least to the point where staff is confident a
solution is obtainable that both staff and the applicant can agree on.
In consideration of this, there are no outstanding issues that would delay any further the
processing of the zoning by-law amendment application for this subject property.
LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal "C" speaks to continuing the well -planned moderate growth of the Town. The
Strategic Plan includes the action to "address matters affecting public safety, property and
the environment and will formulate specific measures to deal with them."
ATTACHMENTS
Appendix "A" — Letter dated June 7, 2005 from Mr. Gerry Mintz P. Eng.
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
C.A.O. — June 10, 2005
Prepared by: David Atkins, Manager of Engineering Services, ext. 4382
W. H. Jac!
Director of Public Works
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CALEART H
INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT INC.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
Mayor and Members of Council
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1
Dear Sirs:
APPENDIX A
7240 Woodbine Ave., Suite 215
Markham, Ontario, Canada, L3R JA4
Tel: 416 721 1016 Fax: 416 512 1575
Sent By Fax to No.
905 726 4732
05 06 07
Re: 15018 Yonge Street, Continuation of Rezoning
We act for the new owners of the property herein.
The property, located at the southwest corner of Yonge Street and Kennedy, is subject to a continued
change of zoning application, which was commenced at the beginning of 2003, by the previous
owners, Abbotsford Animal Hospital. As a condition of this rezoning a Site Plan agreement is
required.
The Site Plan Agreement is completed, except for agreement on two requests by the Town, deemed
very and unduly onerous onto this small property, namely:
1) A 2.5 metres road widening on Kennedy Street, and
2) A quality control structure on the storm water drain from the catch basin to an off street
allowance existing manhole located on the property to the south, being 15010 Yonge Street, all
as shown on the plan.
With regard to the road widening to be used for the widening of Kennedy Street west of Yonge
Street, it appears that, since Council accepted and adopted a report, No.PW01-009 dated May 16
2001 and approved reconstruction of the road based on existing road allowances, the need for this
widening is superfluous and should be deleted.
Secondly, for the Storm water quality control, we have conducted extensive research to establish
current practice with municipalities and storm water control suppliers. The results of the research
show that quality control is utilized in new construction where the control area exceeds 0.2 hectares
or one half acre. This property is not new construction but reconstruction. This control area is 0.02
hectares or 0.05 acres. The requirement of imposing quality control on this area is only one tenth to
that of current practice, and should be deleted.
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However, further to our meeting today, with the Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, and
other staff, as well as the owners, we have reviewed the above item, and have agreed that a quality
control storm water feature be installed on this project, comprising a Stream Guard Catch Basin
Exert, or equivalent. The owners have agreed with this.
We respectfully request that this agreement with Public Works be approved by this committee.
Since this is the last item outstanding to completion of the Site Plan agreement, we ask that staff be
authorized and delegated to complete the finalization of Site Plan Agreement.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. The undersigned will be in
attendance at the meeting and shall be pleased to amplify if and as requested.
Yours truly,
CALEARTH INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INC.
Consulting Engineer Engineers and Project Managers
Gerry Mintz, P.Eng.
Principal Engineer
c. Owner, by fax to No. 905 884 0936
W.H. Jackson, Director of Public Works, by entail to wy cU n�iltonn.a coal on.ca
Ref. 15018 Yonge, Aurora letter to Town 05 06 07
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EXTRACT FROM GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
A%ue Wa'm PrtW io CaII1Nm.
NO. 05-15 HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 712005 &
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL ON JUNE 14, 2005
V DELEGATIONS
(b) Mr. Gerry Mintz, Principal Engineer
Calearth International Development
Re: Continuance of Zoning By-law Amendment Application
15018 Yonge Street, Aurora, File D14-11-03
Mr. Mitntz advised that he is the representative of the new owners of 15018
Yonge Street and on their behalf requested that the Committee recommend that
Council approve the two outstanding issues to complete the requirements for the
Zoning By-law Amendment Application pertaining to the subject property, as
quoted in Mr. Mintz's letter dated June 7, 2005:
" 1) A 2.5m road widening (not be taken) on Kennedy Street West; and
2) A quality control structure on the storm water drain from the catch basin to an
off street allowance existing manhole located on the property to the south,
being 15010 Yonge Street, as shown on the plan. "
Mr. Mintz advised that Public Works staff had had discussions with the applicant
regarding the matter of storm water quality control and it appears that a solution
to this issue is feasible. Mr. Mintz concluded by asking that the Committee
recommend that Council to approve the two outstanding issues, outlined above,
and authorize staff to complete the finalization of Site Plan Agreement.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to the Director
of Public Works for a report to the next meeting of Council on June 14, 2005.
CARRIED
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COUNCIL REPORT No. SDTF05-01
SUBJECT: Thursday, May 19, 2005, Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force
Meeting
FROM: Chair - Councillor Buck
Council Members - Councillor Wallace and ex-officio member
Mayor Jones
Committee Members - Allan Fisher, Michelle Haney-Kileeg, Eric
McCartney, Diane Seaward-Martyn, Michael
Swann, Tim Tustin, Ryan Wettlaufer
DATE: June 14, 2005
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force
Meeting 05-01 held on Thursday, May 19, 2005 be received as information
and the following recommendations of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task
Force be endorsed:
2. THAT Councillor Evelyn Buck be appointed as the Secondary Dwelling Unit
Task Force Chair.
3. Establish Terms of Reference for Committee
THAT the Terms of Reference, as presented by the Director of Building
Administration for the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force, attached
hereto as Appendix 1, with the following amendments, be endorsed:
➢ That there be no Mission Statement created at this time; and
➢ That no meetings be scheduled in July and August of 2005 and 2006.
BACKGROUND
Attached for the information of Council are the Minutes of the Secondary Dwelling Unit
Task Force Meeting 05-01, held on Thursday, May 19, 2005.
None
OPTIONS
None
CONCLUSIONS
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June 14, 2005 - 2 - Report No. SDTF05-01
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
None
ATTACHMENTS
1. Copy of Committee Record 05-01 held Thursday May 19, 2005
APPENDIX 1 - Terms of Reference for the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force
Prepared by. Karen Ewart, Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy Clerk ext. #4222
uncillor uck, Chair
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APPENDIX 1
SECONDARY DWELLING UNIT TASK FORCE RECORD
MEETING NO. 01-05
Date: Thursday, May 19, 2005
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall,
1 Municipal Drive
Committee Members: Councillor Buck, Councillor Wallace, Allan Fisher, Michelle
Haney-Kileeg, Eric McCartney, Diane Seaward-Martyn,
Michael Swann, Tim Tustin, Ryan Wettlaufer
Staff Attendees: Leo Grellette, Director of Building Administration
Karyn Bagley, Council/Committee Secretary
The Director of Building Administration called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mr. Allan Fischer declared that he has a secondary dwelling unit within his residence, but
it has not been rented out for a number of years.
Mr. Ryan Wettlaufer declared that he is currently renting a secondary dwelling unit.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Wallace
Seconded by Michelle Haney-Kileeg
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Building
Administration Department be approved as outlined herein.
CARRIED
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Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force No. 01-05 Page 2 of 3
Thursday, May 19, 2005
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Introductions
Councillor Buck gave a general overview of how a Task Force is to function,
explaining that its role is to gather and review all available information relating to
the issue, and to then use that information to make recommendations on how the
issue is to be dealt with.
All Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force members introduced themselves and
highlighted their reasons and interest in participating in the Task Force.
2. Appointment of a Chair
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Allan Fisher
THAT Councillor Evelyn Buck be appointed as the Secondary Dwelling Unit
Task Force Chair.
CARRIED
3. Orientation — Brief Overview of Legislative History Regarding Secondary
Dwelling Units
The Director of Building Administration explained to the Task Force that in 1994
the provincial government passed Bill 120 to permit the existence of secondary
dwelling units, which took away municipalities' right to enforce some planning and
building regulations and placed this responsibility, into the jurisdiction of the
province. The Fire ode under Section 9.8 Retrofit was the regulation for public
health and safety. In November of 1995, the provincial government passed Bill 20
to rescind Bill 120, which returned authority back to the municipality to regulate
secondary dwelling units. The secondary dwelling unit therefore had to be in
existence prior to 1995 in order to be considered a legal unit.
The Director of Building Administration advised the Town of Aurora has
approximately one hundred and twenty legal secondary dwelling units in
existence.
4. Establish Terms of Reference for Committee
The Director of Building Administration presented to the Task Force a Draft Terms
of Reference that were created based on what the Town of Newmarket used while
they reviewed secondary dwelling units within their municipality over an eighteen
month period. Appendix 1 is included with the Terms of Reference which
proposes that the Task Force meet on the third Thursday.of every month, and that
each meeting focus on one specific topic/purpose.
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Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force No. 01-05
Thursday, May 19, 2005
Page 3 of 3
The Director of Building Administration indicated that generally within
municipalities ten to twenty percent of residences are secondary dwelling units,
which would give the Town of Aurora approximately thirteen hundred units. This
is a much higher number of secondary dwelling units than the one hundred and
twenty that are registered. The Task Force members considered that the
availability of affordable housing, ensuring compliance with the building and fire
codes for safety purposes, and consideration of cultural issues, all have to be kept
in mind as they begin their mandate of reviewing secondary dwelling units within
the municipality.
The Task Force agreed to accept the Terms of Reference including Appendix 1 as
presented, but that they be subject to improvement as the Task Force deems
necessary as they move along with their mandate. The Task Force agreed that
there would be no Mission Statement created at this time, and that there be no
meetings scheduled in the summer months of both 2005 and 2006. The Director
of Building Administration will be presenting these Terms of Reference with the
specific changes of the Task Force to the General Committee in their first meeting
of June.
Moved by Ryan Wettlaufer
Seconded by Tim Tustin
THAT the Terms of Reference, as presented by the Director of Building
Administration for the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force, attached
hereto as Appendix 1 with the following amendments be endorsed:
➢ That there be no Mission Statement created at this time; and
➢ That no meetings be scheduled in July and August of 2005 and 2006.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Wallace
Seconded by Allan Fisher
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:10 pm.
CARRIED
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COUNCIL REPORT No. ACCESS 05-03
SUBJECT: May 19, 2005AccessibilityAdvisoryCommittee Meeting
FROM: Chair Catherine Couchman
Committee Members - John Lenchak, Vice -Chair; Councillor West, Jim
Hamilton, Ivy Henriksen and Helen Kogan
DATE: March 29, 2005
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Accessibility Advisory Meeting held on
May 19, 2005 be received for information; and
2. Swimming Pool Wheelchair
THAT staff immediately purchase one swimming pool wheelchair from
Shoppers Home Care to be used at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex,
and
THAT staff purchase an additional swimming pool wheelchair, the same
make and model, to be used at the new Recreation Complex when it
becomes operational.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Committee Record ACCESS 05-04
Prepared by: Carrie Eastwood, Committee Secretary ext. 4225
Reviewed by: Bob Panizza, Director of Corporate Services
Catherine Couchman, Chair
Accessibility Advisory Committee
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COMMITTEE RECORD
MEETING NO. 05-04
Committee: Accessibility Advisory Committee
Date: Thursday, May 19, 2005
Time and Location: 3:00 p.m., Leksand Room
Committee Members: Catherine Couchman, Chair; John Lenchak, Vice Chair, Jim
Hamilton, Ivy Henriksen, Helen Kogan
Members Absent: Councillor John West
Other Attendees: Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Chief Executive
Officer of the Aurora Public Library, Director of Building,
Manager of Facility/Property and Council/Committee
Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:45 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes Number 05-03 of March 17, 2005.
Moved by ivy Henriksen
Seconded by John Lenchak
THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes Number 05-03 as
circulated be approved.
CARRIED
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Accessibility Advisory Committee Record No. 05-04 Page 2 of 6
Thursday, May 19, 2005
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Jim Hamilton Seconded by Ivy Henriksen
THAT the agenda be adopted as presented.
CARRIED
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Town of Aurora, Accessibility Audit of Facilities
Mr. Kevin Final of Associated Planning Consultants Inc. presented the Committee
with the details of the Accessibility Audit Report which was prepared for the Town
Hall, the Aurora Public Library, Leisure Complex and the Aurora Community
Centre. Mr. Final reviewed several points of concern and suggested a number of
solutions as outlined within the report, which included but were not limited to the
following:
TOWN HALL
Outside
• Upgrade or install electronic door openers at the main entrance and the upper
entrance;
• Create 2 new accessible parking spaces at the main entrance (this has
already been implemented);
• Textured, contrasting tape edging on the stairs inside the Town Hall to assist
with visibility.
Washrooms
• To address the current size of the public washrooms, which are below the
minimum size requirements for accessibility under the new Draft Ontario
Building Code. It was suggested that the washroom on the first floor, behind
the Council Chambers be converted into a single use, fully accessible
washroom for the public;
• To further address the public washroom size issue, it was also suggested that
on the second floor in the Ladies Room, one stall be removed to allow more
room to move around.
Council Chambers
• Install new rail on both sides of the ramps in the Council Chambers to close up
the open space at ground level for better navigation with a cane or other
mobility devices;
• Install electronic door openers at the back and main'entrance to the Council
Chambers;
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Accessibility Advisory Committee Record No. 05-04 Page 3 of 6
Thursday, May 19, 2005
• Keep door panels open in the back area of the main floor looking into the
Council Chambers and designate this area as "accessible viewing", include
proper signage;
• To prevent sunshine reflecting off of the high -gloss white floors in the main
lobby area, it was suggested that the skylight be tinted, or that the floor be
treated with a matte finish or textured coverings, to reduce the glare.
Fire Drill
• It was suggested that the fire alarm system needs to include a warning method
for the hearing impaired, such as vibrating pagers, labelled warning lights in
strategic places and/or designated staff people to alert staff members and
visitors who are without hearing in the case of fire or emergency.
COMMUNITY CENTRE
ACCA - Ice Rink
• The viewing area and ice surface is not accessible to any one who cannot
manage stairs. Suggestions include installing a lift or elevator;
• Due to the age of the facility and the expense involved with retrofitting the
ACCA, it may be necessary to allow the area to remain inaccessible and
improve the indoor and outdoor signage to direct users with special needs to
ACC-2;
• It was also observed that the changing rooms are not fully accessible,
however again the cost may not be viable.
ACC-2 — Ice Rink
• The stairs at the south end have a railed area which is open at ground level,
this is dangerous for canes and/or mobility devices and should be closed up;
• The stairs at both rinks can be slippery, should be treated with non -slip,
contrasting tape;
• Electric doors should be installed at main entrance and into viewing area.
Parking
• The accessible parking spaces should be moved closer to ACC-2 where the
concrete is level;
• New curb cut should be installed where the proposed access parking would
be;
• Replacing the stairs at the lower parking level outside.
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Accessibility Advisory Committee Record No. 05-04 Page 4 of 6
Thursday, May 19, 2005
LIBRARY
• The staircase at the main level protrudes at head level, and is open at ground
level, thus causing a potential hazard. It was suggested that the open portion
at the bottom be blocked somehow.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Aurora Public Library advised that this has
already been addressed.
LEISURE COMPLEX
• Replace elevator behind front reception;
• Washroom/shower facility should be fixed up;
• Access to running track should be made clear;
Mr. Final concluded by advising that copies of the Accessibility Audit Report will
be distributed to committee members upon completion.
Moved by Ivy Henriksen
Seconded by Jim Hamilton
THAT the presentation from Mr. Kevin Final of Associated Planning
Consultants Inc. be received for information.
CARRIED
2. Disability Awareness Training Update
The Director of Corporate Services advised that staff attendance at the Disability
Awareness Training sessions, which took place on Thursday, April 28 at the Town
Hall, had far exceeded staffs expectations. He advised that a combined total of
150 people attended the day's training sessions, and that the overall feedback
was positive with respect to the material and the facilitator, Kim Archer.
The Director advised that there are still approximately 40 staff members at the
Town who were unable to attend the training sessions, and that Ms Archer has
agreed to follow up with another training session to accommodate the remaining
staff. The Director also advised that there may be a yearly training session to
allow for new staff to benefit from the Disability Awareness Training as well.
Moved by Jim Hamilton
Seconded by Ivy Henriksen
THAT the Disability Awareness Training Update from the Director of
Corporate Services, be received for information.
C•;1T-ME7
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Accessibility Advisory Committee Record No. 05-04
Thursday, May 19, 2005
3. Swimming Pool Wheelchair
Page 5 of 6
The Accessibility Advisory Committee inspected a sample swimming pool
wheelchair, which was supplied by Shoppers Home Care. Committee members
observed the versatility of the chair which included removable and adjustable foot
rests and arm rests; a comfortable seat capable of adjusting. the width; and
surprising mobility, for this type of chair.
One member of the Committee suggested that the Town of Aurora Logo be
etched on the chair in a prominent spot to deter people from removing it from the
facility.
Moved by Jim Hamilton
Seconded by Helen Kogan
THAT staff immediately purchase one swimming pool wheelchair from
Shoppers Home Care to be used at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex;
and
THAT staff purchase an additional swimming pool wheelchair, the same
make and model, to be used at the new Recreation Complex when it
becomes operational.
CARRIED
OTHER BUSINESS
Catherine Couchman and Jim Hamilton advised that they had recently attended a
breakfast workshop attended by representatives of most of the Accessibility Committees
in York Region. The members advised how successful the event was and how willing
everyone was to share information. Committee members inquired whether the
Administrative Co-ordinator had taken notes at the event, and if so, requested that they
be provide to the Committee.
The Committee discussed the idea of establishing an outreach program targeted at
businesses in Aurora to promote accessibility and inclusiveness. The program could
include an annual recognition ceremony for 'Barrier Breaking Businesses" and include
some kind of certificates or award(s) for businesses who raise the standards for
accommodating all members of the public. The Committee inquired whether the
Chamber of Commerce would be willing to allow Committee members to attend a future
Chamber meeting to discuss this initiative.
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Accessibility Advisory Committee Record No. 05-04 Page 6 of 6
Thursday, May 19, 2005
Ivy Henriksen advised that a new Purple Bracelet Campaign is going to be launched
soon, which will promote awareness for the Schizophrenia Society.
Ivy Henriksen advised of an upcoming 1-day workshop put on by the Oak Ridges Trail
Association to provide awareness of the accessible portions of the trail system in
Aurora. Ivy advised that this workshop will take place on May 27, 2005.
Jim Hamilton requested that staff advise whether Committee members would be able to
be reimbursed by the Town, for attend training sessions or work shops pertaining to
matters relating to the Committee mandate. The Director of Corporate Services advised
that he would follow up on this matter.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Jim Hamilton
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 5:30 p.m.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 4667-05.F
BEING A BY-LAW to
Authorize the Issuance of
Debentures for the
Construction of New
Recreation Complex.
WHEREAS the Council, of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora approved on April 27,
2004 the construction of the New Recreation Complex on the north side of Wellington
Street south of Leslie Street;
AND WHEREAS it is necessary for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora to partially
finance the cost of this construction through the issuance of debentures;
NOW THEREFORE THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE
TOWN OF AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora authorizes the
issuance of debentures for the construction of the New Recreation Complex;
2. THAT the Regional Municipality of York be requested to issue debentures up to
an amount not to exceed $12,670,000 on behalf of The Corporation of the Town
of Aurora repayable over a period not to exceed ten (10) years;
3. THAT the Regional Municipality of York be requested to issue debentures up to
an amount not to exceed $4,245,000 on behalf of The Corporation of the Town of
Aurora repayable over a period not to exceed twenty (20) years;
4. THAT in the event any part or provision, including any part or provisions of a
Schedule(s), is declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be void, illegal or
Invalid, the offending part or provision shall be considered as separate, severable
and struck outfrom the remaining parts or provisions of this by-lawwhich parts or
provisions shall remain valid, binding and of full force and effect.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 14"' DAY OF JUNE, 2005.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 14'n DAY OF JUNE, 2005.
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK
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COUNCIL - JUNE 14, 2005
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 4677-05.0
BEING A BY-LAW to
Confirm Actions by
Council Resulting From
The Meeting of June 14,
2005.
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
THAT the action of the Council at its meeting held on June 14, 2005 in respect to
each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the Council at the
said meeting is, except where prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board is
required, hereby adopted ratified and confirmed.
2. THAT the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized and
directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain
approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary in
that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate
seal to all such documents.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 14' DAY OF JUNE, 2005,
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 14t° DAY OF JUNE, 2005.
T, JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK
ADDITIONAL ITEMS TABLED FOR
COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
➢ Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force Terms of Reference
m Town ofAurora
Building Department
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May 2005
TOWN OF AURORA
SECONDARY DWELLING UNIT TASK FORCE
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Focus and Scope of Work
The Task Force will review and analyze all aspects of two -unit houses.
Study Tasks
The Task Force will examine the impact of the following issues relating to two -unit
houses:
1. Taxes and Financial impacts including development charges
2. Character of Community
3. Services including water and sewer allocation and garbage pick up
4. Ontario Fire Code
5. Ontario Building Code
6. Planning Matters including zoning and policy matters and parking
requirements
The above is not an inclusive list of the issues that the Task Force may examine. As
the study progresses the issues list may be augmented.
Definitions
This Task Force will accept the definitions specified Section 167 of the Municipal Act,
2001 and will refer to the study topic as "two unit houses".
Operating Procedures
Regular Meetings
The Task Force will meet every third Thursday at 7:00 pm at the Town of Aurora
Municipal Offices.
Town of Aurora Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force Terms of Reference Page 2
Public Meetings:
It is expected that there will be at least three public meetings. The first meeting will
be held in the fall of 2005 to identify community issues surrounding two -unit houses.
The second public meeting will be held when preliminary solutions to the issues
raised have been formulated. The third meeting will be held in accordance with the
Planning Act should the recommendations out of the Task Force result in Official plan
and Zoning By-law policy changes. The need for additional public meeting will be
evaluated as the project progresses.
Task Force Workshops:
It is anticipated that there will be one workshop with members of Council, senior Town
staff, and Task Force members to reach innovative solutions to the issues identified
respecting two -unit houses. The need for additional workshops will be evaluated as
the project progresses.
Policy Development:
Following the thorough review of the issues surrounding two -unit houses, the Task
Force will commence the process of developing appropriate policies and regulations
and the benefits thereto.
Enforcement of Policies and Regulations:
As the policies respecting two -unit houses are being formulated and developed, the
ability to enforce the policies will be considered with the assistance of the staff in the
bylaw enforcement and fire departments.
Reports:
Minutes of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force will be presented to General
Committee and/or Council as dictated by practices and procedures of the Town.
Council may also receive updates on the progress of the Task Force through reports
from the two members of Council who sit on the Task Force.
Council Action:
Council shall consider the recommendations of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task
Force and may accept them in whole or in par, amend them or reject them.
Information Exchange:
The minutes of the Secondary Dwelling Unit Task Force will be placed on the Town's
Website following Council's adoption of the minutes. Information on the Task Force
will also be available from the Clerk's department when the matters are considered by
Committee of the Whole and/or Council in the normal manner agenda items can be
retrieved from the Clerk's department. Advertisements for the Public Meetings
respecting the actions of the Task Force will be placed in the Town Page of the local
newspaper and the Town website.
Timing:
It is anticipated that the duties of the Task Force will take approximately twelve to
eighteen months. Appendix 1 outlines the meeting dates and topics for the year and
will be amended to extend into the next year at the appropriate time.
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APPENDIX 1
Meeting Date
Meeting Topic/Purpose
May 19 , 2005
Terms of Reference
June 16 , 2005
Tax, financial and assessment impacts
September 15 , 2005
Ontario Fire Code
October 20 , 2005
Ontario Building Code
November 17 , 2005
Services — water, sewer, garbage
pickup, traffic, roads
*December 15th, 2005
Recap meeting
January 119tn, 2006
Planning Matters — zoning, official plan
policies, park in requirements
February 116tn, 2006
Planning Matters
March 16 , 2006
Bylaw issues
April 20 , 2006
Character Community
May 18 , 2006
Public Meeting
**June
Follow
September
Policy development
October
Policy development
It is anticipated that a public meeting will be held somewhere in this time
frame.
** It is anticipated that the workshop to develop solutions to issues will be held
somewhere in this time frame.
***The time of the completion of the project will be addressed through an
addendum to these Terms of Reference to include the meeting dates for the
year 2005, additional public meetings and workshops as required by the
Task force.