MINUTES - Council - 20140909
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Buck, Constable,
Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes, Pirri, and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Building and By-law
Services, Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer,
Director of Legal and Legislative Services/Town Solicitor, Director of
Infrastructure and Environmental Services, Director of Parks and
Recreation Services, Director of Planning and Development
Services, Town Clerk, and Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. following Open Forum.
1. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest
Act.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services, with the following
additions, be approved:
Delegation (a) Dominic Sciullo, Infospout – Content on Tap
Re: Item 1(11) – CAO14-017 – Internet Protocol Television
Delegation (b) David Heard, Resident
Re: Item 8 – Memorandum from Chief Administrative Officer and Director
of Legal & Legislative Services/Town Solicitor; Re: Purchase of 89
Mosley Street (Aurora Armoury) – Passage of By-law
CARRIED
3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes of August 12, 2014
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the Council meeting minutes of August 12, 2014 be adopted as printed and
circulated.
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On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 9 NAYS: 0
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Constable, Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes,
Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: None
4. PRESENTATIONS
(a) Warren Mar, Director of Legal & Legislative Services/Town Solicitor
Re: Insurance Claims Report
Mr. Mar presented an overview of how insurance claims are processed internally,
including unreported claims under $10,000, reported claims over $10,000, litigation
claims, types of claims, and how the Town is mitigating risk and saving costs.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Constable
THAT the presentation of Warren Mar, Director of Legal & Legislative
Services/Town Solicitor, be received for information.
CARRIED
(b) Chris Sinardo, Vice President & Associate, BFL Canada
Re: Impact of Claims on Current and Future Liability Premiums
Mr. Sinardo presented an overview of how municipal liability premiums are
determined, specific claim types for the Town of Aurora, premiums versus claims,
what to expect for the January 2015 renewal, and options for reducing premiums.
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the presentation of Chris Sinardo, Vice President, BFL Canada, be
received for information.
CARRIED
5. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Constable extended a reminder regarding the Magna Hoedown being held this
weekend on September 12 and 13, 2014.
Councillor Constable encouraged election candidates to act in a positive manner and not
participate in negative behaviour toward other candidates.
Councillor Gaertner indicated that it would be appreciated if candidates’ election signs were
not thrown into any of the municipality’s streams.
Councillor Gaertner announced that the Aurora Community Arboretum would be holding its
annual Shoreline Cleanup on Saturday, September 20, 2014 and participants were asked
to meet at 10 a.m. at the gazebo near the Soccer Dome.
Councillor Thompson encouraged everyone to participate in both nights of the Magna
Hoedown this weekend.
Councillor Humfryes noted that Friday is the additional day for the Magna Hoedown this
year and she expressed appreciation to Magna for hosting a great cause for local charities.
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Councillor Abel noted that the Magna Hoedown would include a Hoedown Showdown
talent competition and other great entertainment including Tim Hicks and Lonestar.
Councillor Abel expressed appreciation to the Rotary Club, security, and organizers of
Aurora’s Ribfest for a great job and a successful event.
Councillor Abel expressed congratulations to Jesse Micak who recently completed the
Ironman North American Championship in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec.
Councillor Buck noted that Machell Park was originally a swamp and Aurora’s Ribfest could
not have been held there if not for work done by the Parks department forty years ago, and
she recognized former Town employee Norm Weller for his contributions in this respect.
Councillor Gallo acknowledged the excellent job done by staff at Aurora’s Ribfest. He
noted that some families with children were unhappy about having to leave at 8 p.m. and
he suggested that, as this is a family event, consideration should be given toward how
families could stay for the balance of the night in future.
Councillor Pirri noted that he recently attended an FCM (Federation of Canadian
Municipalities) Board of Directors meeting in Saguenay, Quebec, and advised that there
would be several initiatives emerging in the near future. He encouraged Council members
to sign up as FCM Hometown Champions in order to be kept informed of everything taking
place through that initiative.
Mayor Dawe expressed appreciation to the Parks and Recreation Services’ Special Events
staff for their work on Aurora’s Ribfest, especially on Friday night when everyone was
moved safely out of the Park and into the Aurora Community Centre as the storm
approached.
Mayor Dawe advised that the Town is still looking for temporary election workers to assist
with the municipal election on October 27, 2014, and further information is available at
www.aurora.ca/electionsemployment and at Town Hall.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Aurora Municipal Basketball League would be starting up
again next week and information is available by contacting Nichole Campsall or by visiting
the website at www.auroramunicipalbasketballleague.com.
Mayor Dawe advised that Town Hall would be open late on September 18, 2014 for the
Evening Hours by Appointment Program, a one-stop shop for building permits.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Town would be hosting a Youth Volunteer Fair at the
Aurora Public Library on September 22, 2014 and more information is available by
contacting Nichole Campsall.
Mayor Dawe announced the launch of the Town’s Citizen Budget app, an online survey
available at aurora.citizenbudget.com until November 30, 2014, to enable residents to
provide input on how the Budget should be handled. It was noted that survey participants
would have the chance to win a 64GB Apple iPad Air.
Mayor Dawe expressed appreciation to Council members for participating this afternoon in
the official opening of the Town’s site for its new Joint Operations Centre on Industrial
Parkway North.
6. DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (sub-items 1, 3, 4, 5, 11, 14, 17, and 18), 4, 5, 6, and 8 were identified for
discussion.
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7. ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 1, 3, 4, 5, 11, 14, 17, and 18), 2, 3, 7, and 9 were
identified as items not requiring separate discussion.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following recommendations with respect to 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 September 2, 2014
THAT the General Committee meeting report of September 2, 2014 be received and
the recommendations carried by the Committee be approved with the exception of
sub-items 1, 3, 4, 5, 11, 14, 17, and 18.
2. Special General Committee – Audit Committee Meeting Report of August 12,
2014
THAT the Special General Committee – Audit Committee meeting report of August
12, 2014 be received and the recommendation carried by the Committee be
approved.
3. CFS14-030 – Interim Operating Budget Forecast – as at May 31, 2014
THAT report CFS14-030 be received for information.
7. LLS14-036 – General Committee Closed Session Report of September 2, 2014
THAT report LLS14-036 be received; and
THAT Council adopt the following recommendations from the Closed Session
meeting of September 2, 2014:
1. Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the Town or a Local Board; Re: PL14-061 – Appeal to
the Ontario Municipal Board re Aurora Small Engine Repair Inc.,
(Appellants: York Region Condominium Corporation No. 797), Committee
of Adjustment Variance Application – D13-11-14, 305 Industrial Parkway
South
THAT report PL14-061 be received; and
THAT the confidential recommendations of General Committee on September
2, 2014 in respect of an appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (Aurora Small
Engine Repair Inc.) be approved.
9. Central York Fire Services – Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of
May 13, 2014
THAT the Central York Fire Services – Joint Council Committee meeting
minutes of May 13, 2014 be received for information.
CARRIED
8. DELEGATIONS
(a) Dominic Sciullo, Infospout – Content on Tap
Re: Item 1(11) – CAO14 -017 – Internet Protocol Television
(Added Item)
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Mr. Sciullo introduced “Infospout – Content on Tap” as a new and innovative online
communication tool that could constantly provide constituents with Aurora’s municipal
news and information, and he presented a short video highlighting the abilities of
Infospout.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the delegation of Dominic Sciullo, Infospout – Content on Tap, be
received and referred to Item 1(11).
CARRIED
(b) David Heard, Resident
Re: Item 8 – Memorandum from Chief Administrative Officer and
Director of Legal & Legislative Services/Town Solicitor; Re:
Purchase of 89 Mosley Street (Aurora Armoury) – Passage of By-law
(Added Item)
Mr. Heard spoke about the historical value of the Aurora Armoury as well as its
significance to him personally. He expressed his opinion that the building should be
utilized in the best way possible within the community, with input from the community.
Moved by Councillor Constable Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the delegation of David Heard be received and referred to Item 8.
CARRIED
9. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(1) PL14-056 – Site Plan Amendment Application
Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada
444-446 Hollandview Trail, Part of Block 2 Plan 65M-2873, and Part
Block 1 Plan 65M-3193, File: D11-04-14
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Constable
THAT report PL14-056 be received; and
THAT the Site Plan Amendment Application File: D11-04-14 be approved to
permit the construction of a 132m2 (1,420ft2) patio on the subject lands; and
THAT Council authorize the Director of Planning and Development Services to
execute the Site Plan 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, Constable, Humfryes, Thompson,
and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, and Pirri
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1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(3) IES14-047 – Service Level Review for Winter Maintenance and Revised Policies
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT report IES14-047 be received; and
THAT Council adopt the Level of Service Targets for Winter Maintenance of
Roads and Sidewalks dated June 2014 that align with Ontario Regulation
239/02, as amended by Ontario Regulation 47/13, being the Minimum
Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways; and
THAT Council adopt the Salt Management Plan dated June 2014; and
THAT staff be directed to provide winter maintenance service levels in
accordance with the policies while striving to maintain existing community
satisfaction.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(4) IES14-049 – Award of Tender IES2014-53 and IES2014-54 – Road Plowing and
Sidewalk Plowing Contracts
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Item 4 be deferred to the General Committee meeting of September 16,
2014.
DEFEATED
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT report IES14-049 be received; and
THAT Council approve a funding increase of $225,000 to the 2014 winter
maintenance contracts operating budget due to increased service demands
caused by the winter weather which shall be drawn from the General Tax Rate
Stabilization Reserve; and
THAT Tender IES2014-53 in relation to Sidewalk Snow Plowing be awarded to
the lowest responsive and responsible Bidder, Forest Ridge Landscaping Inc.,
for a seven (7) year term with year one funding approval for $322,800 for the
2014/2015 winter season, excluding taxes; and
THAT Tender IES2014-54 in relation to Road Snow Plowing be awarded to the
lowest responsive and responsible Bidder, Fermar Paving Limited, for a seven
(7) year term with year one funding approval for $341,200 for the 2014/2015
winter season, excluding taxes; and
THAT Council authorize the Director to renew Tender IES2014-53 and IES2014-
54 on an annual basis for an additional six (6) years, pending an annual analysis
and satisfactory performance review by the Director; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreements, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required
to give effect to same.
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Amendment
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
“THAT staff be directed to present a report during the 2015 Budget Review
identifying alternatives that would mitigate the cost for the increase in winter
maintenance service levels.”
CARRIED
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT report IES14-049 be received; and
THAT Council approve a funding increase of $225,000 to the 2014 winter
maintenance contracts operating budget due to increased service demands
caused by the winter weather which shall be drawn from the General Tax Rate
Stabilization Reserve; and
THAT Tender IES2014-53 in relation to Sidewalk Snow Plowing be awarded to
the lowest responsive and responsible Bidder, Forest Ridge Landscaping Inc.,
for a seven (7) year term with year one funding approval for $322,800 for the
2014/2015 winter season, excluding taxes; and
THAT Tender IES2014-54 in relation to Road Snow Plowing be awarded to the
lowest responsive and responsible Bidder, Fermar Paving Limited, for a seven
(7) year term with year one funding approval for $341,200 for the 2014/2015
winter season, excluding taxes; and
THAT Council authorize the Director to renew Tender IES2014-53 and IES2014-
54 on an annual basis for an additional six (6) years, pending an annual analysis
and satisfactory performance review by the Director; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreements, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required
to give effect to same; and
THAT staff be directed to present a report during the 2015 Budget Review
identifying alternatives that would mitigate the cost for the increase in
winter maintenance service levels.
On a recorded vote clauses 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the main motion as
amended CARRIED.
YEAS: 9 NAYS: 0
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Constable, Gaertner, Gallo
Humfryes, Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: None
On a recorded vote clause 3 of the main motion as amended CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 2
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Constable, Gaertner, Humfryes, Pirri,
and Thompson
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Gallo and Mayor Dawe
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Tuesday, September 9, 2014 Page 8 of 13
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(5) IES14-043 – Town-wide Conversion to LED Street Lighting
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT report IES14-043 be received; and
THAT this report satisfy Council’s conditional budget approval for capital project
34709; and
THAT staff be authorized to issue a Request for Proposal to select an Energy
Solutions Partner for the Town-wide implementation of light emitting diode (LED)
street lighting and other energy savings projects.
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Item 1(5) be referred to the 2015 Budget Review.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(11) CAO14-017 – Internet Protocol Television
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT report CAO14-017 be received for information.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(14) PL14-059 – Council Motion Re: Protection for Area of Significant Heritage and
Cultural Resources
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT report PL14-059 be received for information.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(17) Memorandum from Director of Infrastructure & Environmental Services
Re: Resident Request to Address Old Bloomington Road Concerns
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the memorandum regarding Resident Request to Address Old
Bloomington Road Concerns be received for information.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 2, 2014
(18) Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner
Re: Arboretum News – Summer 2014 Newsletter
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Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the memorandum regarding Arboretum News – Summer 2014 Newsletter
be received for information.
CARRIED
4. LLS14-025 – Meeting Management Software – Update
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT report LLS14-025 be received for information.
CARRIED
5. LLS14-032 – Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes
Moved by Councillor Constable Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT report LLS14-032 be received; and
THAT staff bring forward a by-law to a future Council meeting for enactment
which bans the use of electronic cigarettes in Town facilities.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Constable
THAT report LLS14-032 be received for information.
CARRIED
6. PR14-037 – Trails and Parks Wayfinding Strategy
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT report PR14-037 be received; and
THAT Council approve the Trails and Parks Wayfinding Strategy.
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT, in accordance with subsection 3.16(a) of the Procedural By-law, the hour be
extended past 10:30 p.m.
CARRIED
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the second clause of the main motion be amended by adding the
following words:
“…save and accept for the inclusion of braille tactile graphics on trail
signage.”
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On a recorded vote the amendment CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 2
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Buck, Constable, Gallo, Pirri, Thompson,
and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Gaertner and Humfryes
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT report PR14-037 be received; and
THAT Council approve the Trails and Parks Wayfinding Strategy save and
accept for the inclusion of braille tactile graphics on trail signage.
On a recorded vote the main motion as amended CARRIED.
YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Constable, Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes,
Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Buck
8. Memorandum from Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Legal &
Legislative Services/Town Solicitor
Re: Purchase of 89 Mosley Street (Aurora Armoury) – Passage of By-law
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Constable
THAT the memorandum regarding Purchase of 89 Mosley Street (Aurora
Armoury) – Passage of By-law be received for information.
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Constable, Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes,
Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Buck
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT, in accordance with subsection 3.16(b) of the Procedural By-law, the hour be
extended past 11 p.m. for fifteen (15) minutes.
CARRIED (two-thirds)
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT section 13 “Reading of By-laws” be moved forward for consideration.
CARRIED
13. READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the following by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted:
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5653-14 BEING A BY-LAW to acquire lands for municipal purposes (89 Mosley
Street).
On a recorded vote the motion CARRIED.
YEAS: 7 NAYS: 2
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Constable, Gaertner, Humfryes, Pirri,
Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillors Buck and Gallo
Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following by-laws be given first, second, and third readings and enacted:
5650-14 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking and Traffic Control By-law
Number 4574-04.T, as amended, to designate and erect stop signs at
various intersections in the Town of Aurora.
5652-14 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as
amended (118 Wellington Street East).
5659-14 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as
amended (Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc.).
CARRIED
10. NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
(i) Notices of Motion
(a) Councillor Pirri
Re: Municipal Support for Free, Fair and Reciprocal Trade Between Canada
and the United States
WHEREAS cities and communities across Canada support free and fair trade
between Canada and the United States; and
WHEREAS bilateral trade between Canada and the United States amounts to over
$600 billion per year in economic activity, significantly contributing to Canada’s long-
term economic competitiveness; and
WHEREAS many of the most important supply chains and industry linkages that fuel
our respective economies are inexorably linked; and
WHEREAS provisions, such as ‘Buy American’ requirements, which serve to inhibit
this important economic partnership directly affects the economic prosperity of our
country, our businesses and our communities; and
WHEREAS organizations like Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters estimate that
thousands of manufacturing jobs are continuously at risk from continued ‘Buy
American’ provisions being proposed across the United States; and
WHEREAS Canadian cities and communities are committed to open and fair trade
with American governments and businesses; and
WHEREAS recent agreements between Canada and the United States have
recognized the critical economic linkages between our two countries, fostering secure,
predictable trade and investment environments;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT municipalities express
support for free, fair and reciprocal trade between the United States and Canada and
that any restrictive ‘Buy American’ provisions in U.S. legislation are contrary to that
spirit of free trade; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora calls on the Federation of
Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to support and work with the Government of Canada
and the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters and other stakeholders in their efforts to
urge the United States Congress and state governments to abstain from the use of
‘Buy American’ provisions; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT FCM be requested to write to the U.S. National
League of Cities and the U.S. Conference of Mayors to also support the spirit of this
resolution and the spirit of free trade, so that businesses and industries on both sides
of the border can compete for contracts in the fairest and most efficient manner; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Mayor be requested to write a letter and
forward this resolution to the Prime Minister, the leaders of the federal parties,
Aurora’s MP’s and MPP’s for information; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this resolution be forwarded to FCM and the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) for circulation to all municipalities for
support, and the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters for information.
(ii) Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a) Councillor Buck
Re: Council Compensation Review
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Abel
WHEREAS a staff report on Members of Council salaries was presented to
Council on July 15, 2014; and
WHEREAS the report was received for information only; and
WHEREAS Members of Council salaries have not been revised since the 2003
to 2006 Term of Council.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a Special Council
meeting be held prior to September 12, 2014, the date and time of which will be
determined by the Mayor, to review staff report CAO14-014, and any other
questions pertaining to Members of Council salaries, benefits, and status as
part-time Councillors for the 2014 to 2018 Term of Council.
DEFEATED
11. REGIONAL REPORT
None
12. NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Constable expressed his objection to the criticism of staff during Council
debates.
Councillor Gaertner referred to the comments of the Open Forum speaker regarding the
displaying of election campaign material and buttons at the All Candidates Meeting, to be
hosted by the Aurora Public Library on October 5, 2014 in Council Chambers at Town Hall,
and expressed a desire to move an exemption to “Policy No. 76 – Use of Corporate
Resources for Election Campaign Purposes.”
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Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT, in accordance with subsection 3.16(b) of the Procedural By-law, the hour be
extended past 11:15 p.m. for five (5) minutes.
CARRIED (two-thirds vote)
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Gallo
THAT the requirements of section 8.14 of the Procedural By-law be waived to allow
reconsideration of “Policy No. 76 – Use of Corporate Resources for Election
Campaign Purposes.”
CARRIED (two-thirds vote)
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Council grant a one-time exemption to subsection 4.1(d) of “Policy No. 76 –
Use of Corporate Resources for Election Campaign Purposes” exclusively for the
Town Hall facility respecting the All Candidates Meeting to be hosted by the Aurora
Public Library on October 5, 2014 in Council Chambers at Town Hall.
CARRIED
Councillor Abel suggested that staff review the concerns regarding the Ribfest age of
majority requirements after 8 p.m. with respect to the participation of families with children.
13. READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and
enacted:
5660-14 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council
Meeting on September 9, 2014
CARRIED
14. CLOSED SESSION
None
15. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:19 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 9, 2014 RECEIVED FINAL
APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2014.