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MINUTES - Council - 20130326 TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, March 26, 2013 ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Pirri, and Thompson MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Humfryes OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services (Acting Chief Administrative Officer), Director of Customer and Legislative Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building and By-law Services, Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer, Director of Legal Services/Town Solicitor, Director of Parks and Recreation Services, Director of Planning and Development Services, and Council/Committee Secretary Following Open Forum, Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. I DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. II APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the agenda as circulated by the Customer and Legislative Services Department, with the following addition, be approved:  Item 8 – Memorandum from the Director of Customer and Legislative Services/Town Clerk Re: Code of Conduct Complaint On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 5 NAYS: 3 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard, Gaertner, and Gallo Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 2 of 15 III ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES Council Minutes of February 26, 2013 Special Council – Public Planning Minutes of February 27, 2013 Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the Council minutes of February 26, 2013 and the Special Council – Public Planning minutes of February 27, 2013 be adopted as printed and circulated. CARRIED IV PRESENTATIONS (a) Mayor Robert Grossi, Town of Georgina Re: New Chair, Board of Directors, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) Mayor Grossi conveyed greetings from the Town of Georgina and LSRCA staff, and introduced himself as the new Chair on the Board of Directors of LSRCA. He requested Council’s continued support of the organization and thanked Mayor Dawe for his contribution as a member of the Board and as a representative with Conservation Ontario. Mayor Grossi advised that he is prepared to work with the Town and ensure that issues important to the Town are dealt with expediently with the resources available through LSRCA. He acknowledged the challenge of striking a balance between the realities of growth in our communities and the realities of trying to preserve the wetlands and natural environment. Mayor Grossi advised that he would be available going forward and would be pleased to serve in any capacity and answer any questions. Moved by Councillor Ballard Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the presentation from Mayor Robert Grossi regarding the New Chair of Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority be received for information. CARRIED (b) Irene Clement, Chair, Aurora Community Arboretum (ACA) Re: 2012 Activity/Funding Update and 2013 Plans Ms Clement presented an update of ACA’s activities including background to 2006, their 2012 Plans and Accomplishments, and their Budget and Plans for 2013. Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the presentation from Irene Clement regarding the ACA 2012 Activity/Funding Update and 2013 Plans be received for information. CARRIED V PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Ballard advised that he attended the Queen’s York Rangers camp in Meaford on Saturday, March 23 along with Mayor Dawe, Councillor Pirri and Allison Collins-Mrakas, to observe how the Rangers work. He said he was impressed by the professionalism and commitment of the men and women who are members of that Reserve unit, based both in Aurora and Toronto, and thanked all those who helped to organize the day. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 3 of 15 Councillor Abel advised that he attended a concert at Trinity Anglican Church on Sunday, March 24, which included the Aurora Community Band, conducted by Gord Shephard, and special guest Stacey Kaniuk, a young local talent, for an exceptional evening. Councillor Abel reminded everyone that the Aurora Chamber of Commerce’s 2013 Aurora Home Show will be held on April 12-14 at the Aurora Community Centre. Councillor Abel announced that Taste of Aurora will be held April 19-21 and Iron Chef Aurora will be held on Thursday, April 18, courtesy of Habachat Aurora, including food from local restaurants and supporting local charities. Councillor Abel advised that he recently attended, along with Mayor Dawe, a Community Living Tribute Dinner at The Manor in honour of Jim Alexander who has contributed much to the community. He expressed congratulations to Mr. Alexander on his achievements and for receiving the 2013 Community Service Award. Councillor Abel announced that the 12th Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, March 30, regardless of the weather. He advised that the event is well- attended and suggested arriving early for lots of fun and things to do. Councillor Pirri added that tickets for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt are on sale now for $5 per child at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex and the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex. He noted the event will take place at 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mayor Dawe announced that the Annual Aura Awards were celebrated to day in Council Chambers in recognition of Town staff members for contributing to the life of the community. He noted that further information is available on the Town website. Mayor Dawe announced that the Mayor’s Anti-Litter Day will be held on Saturday, April 20. He noted that participants may register through Info Aurora at Town Hall and further information is available on the Town website. VI DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1 (subsections 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 18, 19, 20, and Section VI – Item 2), 2, 4, and 8 were identified for discussion. VII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1 (with the exception of subsections 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 18, 19, 20, and Section VI – Item 2), 3, 5, 6, and 7 were identified as items not requiring separate discussion. Moved by Councillor Ballard Seconded by Councillor Gallo 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: 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 THAT the General Committee meeting report of March 19, 2013 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be approved, with the exception of subsections 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 18, 19, 20, and Section VI – Item 2. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 4 of 15 3. Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of November 6, 2012 and Joint Council Committee Special Budget Meeting Minutes of November 28, 2012 THAT the Joint Council Committee meeting minutes of November 6, 2012 and the Joint Council Committee Special Budget meeting minutes of November 28, 2012 be received for information. 5. Memorandum from Mayor Geoffrey Dawe Re: 150th Anniversary of the Town of Aurora THAT the memorandum regarding 150th Anniversary of the Town of Aurora be received for information. 6. Memorandum from Mayor Geoffrey Dawe Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights February 22, 2013 – Meeting of the Board THAT the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights February 22, 2013 – Meeting of the Board be received for information. 7. CLS13-008 – General Committee Closed Session Report Dated March 19, 2013 THAT report CLS13-008 be received; and THAT Council adopt the confidential recommendation of the Closed Session General Committee meeting of March 19, 2013. CARRIED VIII DELEGATIONS (a) Debra Scott, Smart Commute Central York Re: Smart Commute Program Update and Funding Request Ms Scott, President and CEO of the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce, which administers the Smart Commute Central York (SCCY) program in northern York Region noted that SCCY promotes sustainable modes of commuting through programming, outreach events, annual campaigns and expertise. She provided a program update and requested that Council reinstate the funding of $10,000 in the 2013 Budget to support the program, in which Town staff participate, to enable SCCY to bring the program to more businesses in Aurora. Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (b) Klaus Wehrenberg, TATC Member Re: Item 1(Section VI – Item 6(9)) Extract from Special Council Meeting 13-03 of January 30, 2013 Re: TATC13-01 – Trails and Active Transportation Committee Report January 18, 2013 Mr. Wehrenberg referred to Council’s endorsement of not putting in another grade- separated trail crossing across St. John’s Sideroad because it was not included or Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 5 of 15 contemplated in the Trails Master Plan. He expressed concerns about putting trails across a four-lane roadway in relation to the children who will be attending the two future schools indicated in the middle of a subdivision of the 2C area, noting that the school catchment area includes the area north of St. John’s Sideroad up to Newmarket. Mr. Wehrenberg suggested that children should be encouraged to walk to school and proper planning would allow for safe, traffic-free corridors. He stated that the 2C area corridors were meant to be off-road and the mandate to provide planning for children to walk to school via traffic-free crossings of major roads in Town is not being met. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (c) Mai Somermaa, Landowner Representative Re: Item 1(Section VI – Item 3(1)) HAC13 -007 – Demolition of House & Outbuildings of a Listed Property 15775 Leslie Street (Addison-Hall Farm) Ms Somermaa advised that she was available to answer questions in the event that the item was pulled for discussion, which it was not. Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED IX CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Item 8 be moved forward for consideration. DEFEATED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (1) PR13-008 – Aurora Historical Collection (13) PR13-014 – Transfer of the Aurora Collection – Additional Information Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT this item be deferred to the Council meeting of April 9, 2013. DEFEATED Main Motion Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Ballard THAT Council express its continued interest in completing a Transfer Agreement for the Aurora Collection; and THAT this item be deferred until the completion of the Cultural Master Plan; and THAT staff report back with respect to costs associated with developing an exhibit for Aurora 150th in 2013. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 6 of 15 Amendment Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the second clause of the main motion be removed. DEFEATED On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED. YEAS: 5 NAYS: 3 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Ballard, Gaertner, Gallo, Pirri, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillors Abel, Buck, and Thompson Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner THAT Items 1(5) and 1(6) be moved forward for consideration. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (5) PL13-009 – Draft Plan of Subdivision File D12-04-11 Zoning By-law Amendment File D14-12-11 2C (West) Secondary Plan Area Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Limited Part of Lots 23, 24 and 25, Concession 2 E.Y.S. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Gaertner THAT report PL13-009 be received; and THAT application for Draft Plan of Subdivision D12-04-11 (Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Limited) be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in Schedule A of this report; and THAT Zoning By-law Amendment file D14-12-11 (Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Limited) be approved, to zone the subject lands from Rural General (RU) Zone to “R2” – Detached Dwelling Second Density Residential Exception Zone, “R6” Row Dwelling Residential Exception Zone, “C7” Residential Commercial Exception Zone, “I” Institutional Exception Zone, “EP” Environmental Protection Exception Zone and “O” Major Open Space (subject to a Holding Symbol “H”). The Holding symbol “H” shall be lifted upon the confirmation of services capacity from York Region in accordance with the Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Project, or additional servicing capacity being granted by Aurora Town Council; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision Agreement, including any and all documents and all of the Agreements referenced in the Conditions of Approval, including any ancillary agreements required to give effect to same; and THAT the Owner enter into an agreement with the Town of Aurora to be registered on title, indicating that no Lots and/or Blocks will be offered for sale by the Owner or Purchasers until water supply and sewage servicing capacity has been allocated, and that the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the “No Pre-Sale Agreement”. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 7 of 15 On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 6 NAYS: 2 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Gallo, Pirri, Thompson and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard and Gaertner 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (6) PL13-010 – Draft Plan of Subdivision File D12-05-11 Zoning By-law Amendment File D14-13-11 2C (West) Secondary Plan Area York Region Christian Seniors Home Inc. Part of Lot 23, Concession 2 E.Y.S. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT report PL13-010 be received; and THAT application for Draft Plan of Subdivision D12-05-11 (York Region Christian Seniors Home Inc.) be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in Schedule ‘A’ of this report; and THAT Zoning By-law Amendment file D14-13-11 (York Region Christian Seniors Home Inc.) be approved, to zone the subject lands from Rural General (RU) Zone to “RA3” – Third Density Apartment Residential and “EP” – Environmental Protection Exception Zone (subject to a Holding Symbol “H”). The Holding symbol “H” shall be lifted upon the confirmation of services capacity from York Region in accordance with the Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Project, or additional servicing capacity being granted by Aurora Town Council; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision Agreement, including any and all documents and all of the Agreements referenced in the Conditions of Approval, including any ancillary agreements required to give effect to same; and THAT the Owner enter into an agreement with the Town of Aurora to be registered on title, indicating that no Lots and/or Blocks will be offered for sale by the Owner or Purchasers until water supply and sewage servicing capacity has been allocated, and that the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the “No Pre-Sale Agreement”. CARRIED Councillor Buck left the meeting at 9:10 p.m. and was not present during a portion of the discussion of this matter and did not vote on this item. Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT Item 1(11) be moved forward for consideration. CARRIED Councillor Buck was not present during the discussion of this matter and did not vote. Councillor Buck returned to the meeting at 9:17 p.m. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 8 of 15 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (11) PR13-012 – Tree Removal Permit Application – Mattamy (Aurora) Limited Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT report PR13-012 be received; and THAT Council receive the attached application for a Tree Removal Permit and consider granting approval to remove trees at 938, 926 and 1280 St. John’s Sideroad East in accordance with By-law 4474-03.D being a By-law to authorize the injury or destruction of trees (Tree Permit By-law); and THAT, subject to approval of a Tree Permit, that the owner be required to enter a re-development agreement with the Town to ensure that the applicant is bound by terms and conditions associated with tree protection and compensation to the satisfaction of the Director of Parks and Recreation Services prior to the removal of any trees on this property; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to enter into an Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (2) CCAC12-001 – Report of the Council Compensation Ad Hoc Committee Main Motion Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 1) THAT report CCAC12-001 be received. 2) THAT By-law 5253-10 (Attachment #2) be reviewed and confirmed to continue the one-third tax-free “deemed expenses” portion of the remuneration of members of Council. 3) THAT the Mayor’s base salary remain unchanged at this time but be increased by $9,000 commencing with the next term of Council. 4) THAT no change be made to the Transportation Allowances for members of Council, and that Council review the Transportation Allowance in 2014 or such later date as may be decided. 5) THAT an Income Protection Program for the Mayor be introduced through the purchase of additional benefit coverages for LTD and AD&D to match those provided for full-time staff, and that such improvements be effective the next term of Council and continued for all future Mayors. 6) THAT in the absence of a sick time program for the Mayor, that the Council compensation by-law be amended to include wording demonstrating Council’s commitment to continue paying the Mayor’s salary in the event of extended illness or disability until the LTD benefit payments commence, with such change being made effective the next term of Council. 7) THAT effective the next term of Council, Council implement an End of Service Transition Payment program with the following fundamentals: Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 9 of 15 • Only the Mayor (full-time) is eligible for transition payments; • Must serve one full term to qualify; • Payment amounts to one month pay for each completed year of service, to a maximum of 12 months; • No payment if Mayor is removed due to judicial process and/or conviction under the Criminal Code; and • Should a Mayor serving in their second or more successive term die while serving in office, a prorated amount would be paid on the final salary payment issued by the Town. 8) THAT the necessary by-law be presented for adoption by Council to give effect to the recommendations, as amended. Amendment Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the second bullet point of clause 7 be revised to read “Must serve two consecutive full terms to qualify”. CARRIED Council agreed to vote on each clause separately. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 1) THAT report CCAC12-001 be received; and 2) THAT By-law 5253-10 (Attachment #2) be reviewed and confirmed to continue the one-third tax-free “deemed expenses” portion of the remuneration of members of Council. On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 8 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 3) THAT the Mayor’s base salary remain unchanged at this time but be increased by $9,000 commencing with the next term of Council. On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 5 NAYS: 3 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gallo, Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard, Buck, and Gaertner Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 4) THAT no change be made to the Transportation Allowances for members of Council, and that Council review the Transportation Allowance in 2014 or such later date as may be decided. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 10 of 15 On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 8 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 5) THAT an Income Protection Program for the Mayor be introduced through the purchase of additional benefit coverages for LTD and AD&D to match those provided for full-time staff, and that such improvements be effective the next term of Council and continued for all future Mayors. On a recorded vote the motion was DEFEATED. YEAS: 1 NAYS: 7 VOTING YEAS: Councillor Pirri VOTING NAYS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 6) THAT in the absence of a sick time program for the Mayor, that the Council compensation by-law be amended to include wording demonstrating Council’s commitment to continue paying the Mayor’s salary in the event of extended illness or disability until the LTD benefit payments commence, with such change being made effective the next term of Council. On a recorded vote the motion was DEFEATED. YEAS: 2 NAYS: 6 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel and Pirri VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 7) THAT effective the next term of Council, Council implement an End of Service Transition Payment program with the following fundamentals: • Only the Mayor (full-time) is eligible for transition payments; • Must serve two consecutive full terms to qualify; • Payment amounts to one month pay for each completed year of service, to a maximum of 12 months; • No payment if Mayor is removed due to judicial process and/or conviction under the Criminal Code; and • Should a Mayor serving in their second or more successive term die while serving in office, a prorated amount would be paid on the final salary payment issued by the Town. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 11 of 15 On a recorded vote the motion was DEFEATED. YEAS: 4 NAYS: 4 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gallo, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, and Pirri Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel 8) THAT the necessary by-law be presented for adoption by Council to give effect to the recommendations, as amended. On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 8 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Pirri, Thompson and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT the Mayor and any member of Council be given the opportunity to purchase their own LTD and AD&D benefit coverage through the Town’s group benefits program. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (8) PL13-014 – Application for Site Plan Approval St. Andrew’s College, Arena 15800 Yonge Street File: D11-15-12 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT report PL13-014 be received; and THAT subject to any issues or comments raised by Council, that Site Plan Application D11-15-12 be approved to permit development of the subject lands for a single pad arena including accessary spaces, such as changing/dressing rooms, seating for 500 spectators, and associated mechanical/electrical spaces of approximately 4,644 m2 (49,988 ft2) gross floor area; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Site Plan Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Item 8 be moved forward for consideration. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 12 of 15 Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the Procedural By-law be waived to extend the hour. CARRIED (two-thirds majority) 8. Memorandum from the Director of Customer and Legislative Services/Town Clerk Re: Code of Conduct Complaint (Added Item) Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Council receive this memorandum regarding a Code of Conduct Complaint; and THAT staff be directed to bring forward a by-law to rescind the current Code of Conduct. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 19, 2013 (12) PR13-013 – Aurora Music Festival Main Motion Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Buck THAT report PR13-013 be received; and THAT Council direct staff to prepare another RFP for a Music Festival for 2014, while not proceeding with an event in 2013. CARRIED Amendment Moved by Councillor Ballard Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT Council direct staff to prepare an Expression of Interest for a Music Festival for 2014, while not proceeding with an event in 2013. CARRIED Main Motion as Amended Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Buck THAT report PR13-013 be received; and THAT Council direct staff to prepare an Expression of Interest for a Music Festival for 2014, while not proceeding with an event in 2013. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Items 2 and 4 be moved forward for consideration. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 13 of 15 2. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer Re: Meeting of Audit Committee: Proposed April 9, 2013 Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the memorandum regarding Meeting of Audit Committee: Proposed April 9, 2013 be received; and THAT an Audit Committee meeting be called and scheduled for April 9, 2013 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers. CARRIED 4. Excerpt from the Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of February 5, 2013 Item 8 – Region of York Consolidated Fire Services Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the Excerpt from the Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of February 5, 2013 – Item 8 – Region of York Consolidated Fire Services be received; and THAT the Town of Aurora request that the Regional Municipality of York investigate the feasibility of consolidating the Fire Services of all municipalities within the Region of York; and THAT a Steering Committee for the study be established and include senior staff from local municipalities and consider the details and impact of consolidation on the following: • Service levels to the residents of York Region • Financial implications • The ability to reach consensus with Fire Service Labour Organizations within the Region of York; and THAT the results be reported back to our communities for consideration at the earliest feasible date. On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED. YEAS: 6 NAYS: 2 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Gaertner, Gallo, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillors Buck and Pirri X NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN (i) Notices of Motion (a) Councillor Abel Re: Proposed Hillary-McIntyre Park WHEREAS a community group known as the Hillary-McIntyre Park Founding Committee has presented to Council an idea to create a Heritage Park consisting of the Hillary House, Horton Place (McIntyre) and Readman House (Spragg) buildings and properties; and WHEREAS the overall proposed Park site consists of approximately 4.2 acres and over 500 feet of frontage on Yonge Street and contains the Hillary House, Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 14 of 15 being only one of two National Historic Sites in York Region, along with other significant heritage resources; and WHEREAS the Heritage Advisory Committee has supported the overall Park concept in principle and preparation of a feasibility study as a key element in the decision-making process. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to provide a report summarizing the key elements of a feasibility study, and budget and timing for such a study for Council’s consideration. (b) Councillor Abel Re: Summer Music Festival WHEREAS the Town of Aurora is desirous of a summer musical festival; and WHEREAS there are many identifiable features that are beneficial to the community; and WHEREAS there are local organizations and volunteers that would be involved. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT an ad hoc committee be struck, with Terms of Reference, to assist in the development and promotion of any application that comes forward. (ii) Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given None XI REGIONAL REPORT None XII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION None Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the Procedural By-law be waived to extend the hour by fifteen minutes. DEFEATED XIII READING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the following listed by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5499-13 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint an Auditor for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Page 15 of 15 Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the following listed confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5497-13 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council Meeting on March 26, 2013 CARRIED XIV CLOSED SESSION None Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the following items identified as requiring separate discussion be deferred to the Council meeting of April 9, 2013: 1(15) CFS13-011 – Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members of Council, Committees and Local Boards 1(18) IES13-011 – Submission of Annual Drinking Water Quality Report 1(19) IES13-012 – DWQMS Management Review 1(20) Memorandum from the Director of Customer and Legislative Services/Town Clerk Re: Presentations by the Advisory Committee Chair/Council Representative 1(Section VI – Item 2) EAC13-05 – Environmental Advisory Committee Report, March 7, 2013 CARRIED XV ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:02 p.m. CARRIED ________________________________ ________________________________ GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR JOHN D. LEACH, TOWN CLERK THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 26, 2013 RECEIVED FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON APRIL 9, 2013.