MINUTES - Council - 20130226 TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Ballard,
Buck, Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes (arrived 7:10 p.m.),
Pirri, and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES 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,
Manager of Engineering and Capital Delivery, and
Council/Committee Secretary
Following Open Forum, Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m.
I DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF
Councillor Buck declared a pecuniary interest respecting Item 1(1) due to her
involvement in an ongoing litigation concerning the matter.
Councillor Humfryes declared a pecuniary interest respecting Item 1(5) as she is
employed by the supplier.
II APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the agenda as circulated by the Customer and Legislative Services
Department, with the following additions, be approved:
Delegation (a) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident
Re: Item 1(3) – IES13-007 – Design and Reconstruction of Vandorf
Sideroad
Item 7 – Memorandum from the Director of Customer and Legislative
Services/ Town Clerk
Re: Code of Conduct Complaint
CARRIED
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, February 26, 2013 Page 2 of 14
III ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Minutes of February 12, 2013
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the Council minutes of February 12, 2013 be adopted as printed and
circulated.
CARRIED
IV PRESENTATIONS
(a) Dr. Dave Williams, President and Chief Executive Officer, and
Gary Ryan, Chief Operating Officer, Southlake Regional Health Centre
Re: Update on Southlake’s Current Strategic Plan Process
Dr. Williams presented an overview of Southlake’s strategic planning process,
currently in its final stages, toward a five-year strategic plan for providing shockingly
excellent innovative care in York Region. He noted that Southlake is the largest
employer in the region and they currently have a vibrant clinical program ranging
from in-patient acute care services to ambulatory care, with a regional cardiac
program and a regional cancer centre. Dr. Williams stated their commitment to
providing a positive patient experience will be a central theme in the new strategic
plan as they go forward. He advised they are exploring ways to move forward with
an innovative model to develop devices that can make a difference and create new
jobs in the community. Dr. Williams stated that part of their goal in sharing their
strategic vision is to provide a sense of where they are going, noting that Southlake is
gaining international recognition for its brand and the things they are doing and how
they are able to lead the forefront of transforming health care. He indicated they are
open to comments and suggestions which may be brought to the hospital board and
incorporated as they go forward.
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the presentation from Dr. Dave Williams regarding Update on
Southlake’s Current Strategic Plan Process be received for information.
CARRIED
(b) Steve Hinder, Chair, Run or Walk Committee, Representing Southlake Regional
Health Centre Foundation
Re: Nature’s Emporium Run or Walk for Southlake
Mr. Hinder acknowledged that he was joined by Cortney Cassidy, Special Events
Officer of the Foundation. He advised that the annual Run or Walk for Southlake,
previously known as the Hartwell Challenge, began in 2002 to honour Bob Hartwell,
a former Aurora councillor. Mr. Hinder noted the event will be held on Sunday, April
28 at the Aurora Community Centre. He encouraged people to enter a team and
noted that to date about 27 teams have registered for the event, and that participants
may register and raise pledges on the website, www.runforsouthlake.ca. Mr.
Hinder advised that a challenge has been issued to the Town of Aurora, Town of
East Gwillimbury, Town of Georgina, Township of King, Town of Newmarket, Town
of Whitchurch-Stouffville, and the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, for the
Mayors, Council members, staff and community members to come out and support
Southlake.
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Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the presentation from Steve Hinder regarding Nature’s Emporium Run
or Walk for Southlake be received for information.
CARRIED
V PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Pirri announced that the Queen’s York Rangers’ “Day in the Life of a
Soldier” Breakfast will be held on Wednesday, March 6 at the Cardinal Golf Course.
He advised that tickets cost $25 and anyone interested may contact him or visit the
website www.qyrappreciation.ca for more information.
Councillor Humfryes advised that the Big Brothers Big Sisters bowling event on
February 23 was a great success and expressed thanks to her fellow Councillors and
Mayor Dawe for their participation.
Councillor Humfryes reminded everyone that tickets for the Queen’s York Rangers
Breakfast event on March 6 are also available through Jonathan’s Restaurant, as
well as dog tags at a cost of $10 each.
Councillor Abel noted that the Big Brothers Big Sisters bowling event was a great
fundraiser and that Councillor Humfryes captained for a worthy cause, adding that
there were many other teams including the Chamber of Commerce and the
Optimists.
Councillor Abel advised that he attended the Ride to Conquer Cancer event on
February 23, which included a fabulous showcase of talent, One Act at a Time, at the
Newmarket Community Church. He said he was particularly impressed by the
participation of youth and their involvement in the community, and he congratulated
the organizers and volunteers for a great night.
Councillor Buck referred to a communication from the Chief Administrative Officer
regarding extended hours of service, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Town Hall and inquired
about the reference to the Christmas holiday period. The Chief Administrative Officer
confirmed that the Town Hall will be open for business during the Christmas holiday
period, unlike previous years, for a half-day on New Year’s Eve and full days on
Friday, December 27 and Monday, December 30.
Mayor Dawe expressed thanks to the many staff that made Arctic Adventure a great
day, which included a Battle of the Chainsaws ice sculpting challenge and an
appearance by the Grey Cup courtesy of Rob Schuetze.
Mayor Dawe expressed thanks to the Chamber of Commerce for hosting the Annual
Mayor’s Luncheon and Keynote Address on February 21 at St. Andrew’s College,
noting it was a full house and quite enjoyable.
Mayor Dawe expressed thanks to Newmarket-Aurora MP Lois Brown who visited the
Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) last week to deliver a cheque for $540,000
for renovations to both the AFLC and the Aurora Community Centre.
Mayor Dawe reminded everyone that the 2nd Annual Aurora Winter Blues Festival will
be held on Saturday, March 2, tickets are available at www.awbf.ca, and the
proceeds will benefit the Blue Door Shelters of York Region.
Mayor Dawe announced that two public consultations will be held this week: the
Business Retention and Expansion action planning session will be held on February
28 at 7 p.m. in the Holland Room at Town Hall; and the Future of Library Square will
be discussed on February 28 at 7 p.m. in the Old Library at 56 Victoria Street.
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Mayor Dawe announced they are still looking for sites for the Doors Open 2013 event
in August.
Mayor Dawe announced that there are some great camps available for the March
break and recommended that parents looking for activities for their young children
contact the Town’s Parks and Recreation Services department.
Councillor Buck apologized for not being able to attend the Chamber of Commerce’s
Annual Mayor’s Luncheon last week, noting that she had planned to attend but found
that the venue was not accessible. Mayor Dawe advised that St. Andrew’s College is
in the process of improving accessibility.
VI DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (subsections 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, and 14) and 3 were identified for
discussion.
VII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (with the exception of subsections 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, and 14), 2, 4, 5,
6, and 7 were identified as items not requiring separate discussion.
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson
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 February 19, 2013
THAT the General Committee meeting report of February 19, 2013 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be approved,
with the exception of subsections 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, and 14.
2. Special General Committee – 2013 Budget Review Meeting Report of
February 11, 2013
THAT the Special General Committee – 2013 Budget Review meeting report
of February 11, 2013 be received for information.
4. Memorandum from the Director of Planning & Development Services
Re: Enacting Zoning By-law Amendment, By-law No. 5481-13
Wells Street Schoolhouse Lofts, 64 Wells Street
THAT the memorandum regarding Enacting Zoning By-law Amendment, By-
law No. 5481-13, Wells Street Schoolhouse Lofts, 64 Wells Street, be
received for information.
5. Memorandum from the Director of Planning & Development Services
Re: Enacting Zoning By-law Amendment, By-law No. 5490-13
99 Wellington Street Limited, 99 Wellington Street East
THAT the memorandum regarding Enacting Zoning By-law Amendment, By-
law No. 5490-13, 99 Wellington Street Limited, 99 Wellington Street East, be
received for information.
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6. Memorandum from Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
Re: 2013 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games
THAT the memorandum regarding 2013 Special Olympics Ontario Summer
Games be received for information.
7. Memorandum from the Director of Customer and Legislative
Services/Town Clerk
Re: Code of Conduct Complaint
(Added Item)
THAT Council receive this memorandum regarding a Code of Conduct
Complaint for information.
CARRIED
VIII DELEGATIONS
(a) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident
Re: Item 1(3) – IES13-007 – Design and Reconstruction of Vandorf Sideroad
Mr. Wehrenberg expressed his opposition to accommodating the Oak Ridges Trail
on Vandorf Sideroad, noting that the Trail was always intended to be off-road and
there is no safe way to accommodate the Trail on that road. He stated that the Trail
has been identified since the early 1990’s in a schedule to the Official Plan in the
form of a major east-west trail along the northern lot line at the south end of the
Magna lands. Mr. Wehrenberg suggested that the Town take this opportunity,
together with the proposed Eco Park, to have staff report on how lands may be
acquired to get the Trail off of Vandorf Sideroad.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
IX CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Item 1(3) be moved forward for consideration.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(3) IES13-007 – Design and Reconstruction of Vandorf Sideroad
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT report IES13-007 be received; and
THAT Council accept this report as fulfillment of the ‘further report’
requirement established through the 2013 Capital Budget for project #31101 –
Vandorf Sideroad Reconstruction; and
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THAT Purchase Order No. 2012000431 issued to Genivar Inc. for the
provision of consulting services for the design of the reconstruction of Vandorf
Sideroad from 300m East of Bayview to Leslie Street be increased from
$89,782.00 to $119,482.00 excluding taxes.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Item 1(4) be moved forward for consideration.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(4) IES13-008 – Purchase Order Increase for RFP IES2012-41 – Consulting
Services for the design of reconstruction of Hunters Glen
Road and Fox Point
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT report IES13-008 be received; and
THAT Purchase Order No. 2012000491 issued to Morrison Hershfield Limited
for the provision of consulting services for the design of the reconstruction of
Hunters Glen Road and Fox Point be increased from $51,740.00 to
$66,735.00 excluding taxes.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT report IES13-008 be received; and
THAT staff alternative to the recommendation, Option 2, be implemented
to only replace the aging street light poles and fixtures currently
installed on the streets, without adding new poles/wiring, with the added
improvement of LED lighting.
CARRIED
Councillor Buck left the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(1) CLS13-002 – Council Code of Conduct
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT report CLS13-002 be received; and
THAT staff be directed to combine the Council Code of Conduct and the Code
of Ethics into a Code of Ethics and bring forward recommended revisions for
the revised document for the consideration of Council.
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On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 5 NAYS: 3
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Humfryes, Pirri, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard, Gaertner, and Gallo
Councillor Buck, having declared a pecuniary interest, was not present during the
discussion of this matter and did not vote on this item.
Councillor Buck returned to the meeting at 9:08 p.m.
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(2) CAO13-004 – Service Level Review
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT report CAO13-004 be received; and
THAT staff proceed with developing and issuing an RFP for consulting
services to complete a Service Level Review based on the components
identified herein; and
THAT a budget of $60,000 be established funded $15,000 from the Growth
and Studies reserve and the balance from the 2013 existing consulting budget
from all departments; and
THAT the scope of work excludes library and fire services.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(7) PR13-008 – Aurora Historical Collection
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT report PR13-008 be received; and
THAT this report, together with the following recommendations, be forwarded
to the March 19, 2013 General Committee meeting for consideration:
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Transfer
Agreement and an Exhibition and Management Agreement for the
Collection, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same; and
THAT $179,470.00 be allocated from the Council Discretionary
Reserve in 2013 for the operating costs; and
THAT $50,135.00 be allocated from the Council Discretionary Reserve
in 2013 for the capital costs; and
THAT the Administrative responsibility for the Collection be performed
by the Director of Parks and Recreation Services.
CARRIED
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1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(8) PR13-009 – Diamond Jubilee Park
Moved by Councillor Ballard Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT report PR13-009 be received; and
THAT this clause, “THAT Council approve the name “Diamond Jubilee Park”
for the Municipal Parkette within the Ballymore Development Corporation
Subdivision in the vicinity of St John’s Sideroad and Bathurst Street as a
lasting tribute to her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth” be referred back to staff for
further information on the entity to be named and report to the General
Committee meeting of March 19, 2013; and
THAT the Park signage include the names of the Aurora citizens who have
been awarded with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal; and
THAT appropriate Park signage be erected on the site; and
THAT the final version of the Parks and Trails Map be revised to reflect the
name “Diamond Jubilee Park”; and
THAT both emblems be used, with the colour Queen’s Jubilee official emblem
to be used as the primary logo, and the colour Canadian Diamond Jubilee
emblem to be incorporated on a smaller scale.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(9) PR13-010 – Selection of a Project Architect for the Design of a New Youth
Centre at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex
Main Motion
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT report PR13-010 be received; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Agreement
between the Town of Aurora and CS&P Architects Inc. in the amount of
$283,000.00, plus HST, for the design of the new Youth Centre; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give
effect to same.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT any reference to “Youth Centre” be changed to “Community Space for
Youth”.
CARRIED
Main Motion as Amended
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT report PR13-010 be received; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Agreement
between the Town of Aurora and CS&P Architects Inc. in the amount of
$283,000.00, plus HST, for the design of the new Youth Centre; and
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THAT any reference to “Youth Centre” be changed to “Community
Space for Youth”; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give
effect to same.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 6 NAYS: 3
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Humfryes, Pirri, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Ballard, Gaertner, and Gallo
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(11) AAC13-03 – Accessibility Advisory Committee Report, February 6, 2013
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Council adopt the Accessibility Advisory Committee recommendations
from the February 6, 2013 meeting.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(13) EAC13-04 – Environmental Advisory Committee Report, February 7, 2013
(2) Memorandum from Jim Tree, Manager of Parks
Re: Proposed Tree Protection By-law
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT Council adopt the third clause amended to read: “THAT the attached
draft Tree Protection By-law be recommended for approval by Council subject
to final review by staff and Council.”
THAT Council adopt the Environmental Advisory Committee
recommendations from the February 7, 2013 meeting, as amended.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 19, 2013
(14) HAC13-02 – Heritage Advisory Committee Report, February 13, 2013
(9) Memorandum from Vanessa Hicks, Program Manager, Heritage Planning
Re: Hilary-McIntyre Park
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Council adopt the original staff recommendation: “THAT the Heritage
Advisory Committee receive the memorandum regarding Hillary-McIntyre
Park for information.”
THAT Council adopt the Heritage Advisory Committee recommendations from
the February 13, 2013 meeting, as amended.
CARRIED
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3. Memorandum from the Director of Planning & Development Services
Re: Appointment of Members to the Southeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Study Area Sub-Committee
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the memorandum regarding Appointment of Members to the Southeast
Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Study Area Sub-Committee be
received; and
THAT Council appoint Councillor John Abel and Councillor Sandra Humfryes
to the Southeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Area Sub-
Committee.
CARRIED
X NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
(i) Notices of Motion
None
(ii) Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a) Councillor Buck
Re: Town-Owned Property at 215 Industrial Parkway South
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel
WHEREAS the property owned by the Town at 215 Industrial Parkway South
(the former Hydro building) has been leased out for ten years; and
WHEREAS the property is surplus to the Town's needs as established by the
fact of the lease; and
WHEREAS the Town is contemplating significant expenditures to add space
for Town functions; and
WHEREAS it is incumbent on the Corporation to seek ways and means to
mitigate the cost of the new facilities.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the property owned by the
Town at 215 Industrial Parkway South be declared surplus to the Town's
needs, evaluated and listed for sale for the purpose of realizing the asset and
using the proceeds towards funding the new facilities.
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT this item be referred back to staff for input.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Ballard
THAT the Chair call the question.
CARRIED
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On a recorded vote the main motion was DEFEATED.
YEAS: 1 NAYS: 8
VOTING YEAS: Councillor Buck
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes,
Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
(b) Councillor Buck
Re: Auro ra Men’s Soccer Club
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel
WHEREAS the Aurora Men's Soccer Club has a $1.00 per year lease with the
Town for five acres of land; and
WHEREAS the Aurora Men's Soccer Club has a Club House on public
property; and
WHEREAS the Club caters weddings and other receptions for members and
holds a liquor licence and serves business lunches; and
WHEREAS the property is exempt from taxation as a public property.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Town Legal Services be
directed to review and report to Council how the Aurora Men's Soccer Club
differs from the Aurora Soccer Dome, respecting exemption of public property
from taxation.
On a recorded vote the motion was DEFEATED.
YEAS: 2 NAYS: 7
VOTING YEAS: Councillor Buck and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Abel, Ballard, Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes,
Pirri, and Thompson
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the Procedural By-law be waived to extend the hour.
CARRIED
(c) Councillor Buck
Re: Soccer Dome Tax Exempt Status?
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel
WHEREAS the Soccer Dome in Aurora has been deemed subject to taxation;
and
WHEREAS according to an agreement signed in good faith, the Town has
been paying regional and school board taxes on the Soccer Dome for seven
years; and
WHEREAS the Soccer Dome is a public/private partnership for shared use of
a facility on public land; and
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WHEREAS other publicly-owned facilities providing a service within the
municipality are exempt from taxation.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Legal Services Department
be directed to review and report to Council on the merits of challenging the
decision, with a view to establishing tax exempt status for the publicly-owned
property.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT this item be referred to the report to be provided by the Town Solicitor
as directed by Council on February 12, 2013 regarding report CAO13-002 –
Soccer Dome History and Financial Arrangements.
CARRIED
XIV CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT Council resolve into a General Committee Closed Session to consider:
1. Labour relations or employee negotiations; Re: CAO13-005 – CUPE
Negotiations – Strategy and Direction
CARRIED
Council resolved into a General Committee Closed Session at 10:34 p.m. and reconvened
into open session at 11:25 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT Council adopt the confidential recommendations of the General
Committee Closed Session of February 26, 2013.
CARRIED
XI REGIONAL REPORT
York Regional Council Highlights – February 21, 2013
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the Regional Report be received for information.
CARRIED
XII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the recourse and process once it has been
discovered that mature trees have been cut down without permission. The Director
of Building and By-law Services advised that an investigation would be performed
along with the Parks and Recreation Services department and they would then
determine, based on the information and observations collected, whether charges
would be laid under the Tree By-law for the violation of destroying trees. She
explained that if charges were laid, the case would go to court and the court would
impose the fines, adding that the Town does have set fines and tickets for violations,
but the violation must be observed in progress.
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Councillor Thompson asked Council to reconsider the Council Compensation Ad Hoc
Committee report of February 5, 2013 regarding Council compensation, which was
received for information only, and suggested that the Committee’s recommendations
be put on the floor and voted upon at a future meeting.
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT report CCAC12-001 – Report of the Council Compensation Ad Hoc
Committee be reconsidered at the General Committee meeting of March 19,
2013.
CARRIED (two-thirds majority)
Councillor Abel referred to Councillor Buck’s Motion for Which Notice Has Been
Given (b) regarding the Aurora Men’s Soccer Club, and exemption of public property
from taxation, and suggested that a follow-up report be provided.
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT staff be directed to report back to Council regarding non-profit
organizations using Town property and their tax exempt status.
CARRIED
Councillor Gaertner referred to Item 6 regarding correspondence from the York
Regional Police about the 2013 Special Olympics Ontario Summer Games and
inquired whether the requests for support had been addressed. Mayor Dawe and
the Director of Parks and Recreation Services confirmed that the Town is already
providing the requested support. Councillor Gaertner requested that Mayor Dawe
promote the “Adopt an Athlete” Program at the next Council meeting to which the
Mayor agreed.
XIII READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the following listed by-laws be given first, second, and third readings
and enacted:
5481-13 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2218-78,
as amended (64 Wells Street)
5489-13 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Property Standards By-law
Number 4044-99.P to Prescribe Minimum Standards for the
Maintenance of Heritage Attributes
5490-13 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2218-78,
as amended (99 Wellington Street East)
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following listed by-law be given first, second, and third readings and
enacted:
5494-13 BEING A BY-LAW to declare as surplus and sell municipal
lands (Part of Stormwater Management Block – 15059 Leslie
Street)
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the following listed confirming by-law be given first, second, and third
readings and enacted:
5493-12 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from Council Meeting on February 26, 2013
CARRIED
XV ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:39 p.m.
CARRIED
________________________________ ________________________________
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR JOHN D. LEACH, TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 26, 2013 RECEIVED FINAL
APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON MARCH 26, 2013.