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MINUTES - Council - 20160126 TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, January 26, 2016 ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes (departed 11:35 p.m. during consideration of Closed Session Item 4), Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Thompson MEMBERS ABSENT None OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Building and By-law Services, Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer, Acting Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services, Acting Director of Legal and Legislative Services/Town Clerk, Director of Parks and Recreation Services, Director of Planning and Development Services, and Council/Committee Secretary Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m. Mayor Dawe relinquished the chair to Deputy Mayor Abel at 10:30 p.m., during consideration of Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (d), and resumed the chair at 10:42 p.m. On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Thom, Council consented to extend the hour past 10:30 p.m. in accordance with subsection 3.16(a) of the Procedural By-law. On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Humfryes, Council consented on a two-thirds vote to extend the hour past 11 p.m. in accordance with subsection 3.16(b) of the Procedural By-law. Council consented to recess at 11:15 p.m. to resolve into a Closed Session meeting, and reconvened into open session at 12:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 2 of 34 1. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF As required under subsection 5(3) of the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, Councillor Humfryes declared a pecuniary interest regarding Closed Session Item 4, respecting the potential acquisition of land for a new Central York Fire Services facility, as a family member is employed by Central York Fire Services. 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved. CARRIED 3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES Special Council Meeting Minutes of December 8, 2015 Council Meeting Minutes of December 8, 2015 Special Council Meeting Minutes of December 15, 2015 Council Workshop Minutes of December 15, 2015 Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2015 Special Council Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2016 Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the minutes of the Special Council meeting of December 8, 2015, the Council meeting of December 8, 2015, the Special Council meeting of December 15, 2015, the Council Workshop of December 15, 2015, the Special Council – Public Planning meeting of December 16, 2015, and the Special Council meeting of January 12, 2016 be adopted as printed and circulated. CARRIED 4. PRESENTATIONS (a) Mike Walters, CAO, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) Re: LSRCA’s Strategic Plan 2016-2020 Mr. Walters presented an overview of the LSRCA’s Strategic Plan for 2016 - 2020, including the vision statement, goals and related activities, and next steps. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 3 of 34 He extended his appreciation to the Mayor and staff for assisting in the development of the LSRCA’s Strategic Plan. Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the presentation by Mike Walters be received for information. CARRIED (b) Claire Tucker-Reid, Monteith Brown Planning Consultants Re: Town of Aurora Sport Plan Mr. John Frittenberg, on behalf of Ms. Tucker-Reid, gave a brief overview of the Sport Plan, highlighting the vision, goals and key recommendations of the Plan, and Sport Aurora’s input on the Plan. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Humfryes THAT the presentation by John Frittenberg be received for information. CARRIED (c) Todd Brown, Monteith Brown Planning Consultants Re: Town of Aurora Parks & Recreation Master Plan Mr. Brown gave a brief overview of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan, highlighting community engagement, and recommendations for indoor and outdoor recreation facilities, and parkland and passive open space for the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Humfryes THAT the presentation by Todd Brown be received for information. CARRIED 5. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Abel extended congratulations to the organizers of the Snowflake Ball on a successful event. He noted that the event raised $30,000. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 4 of 34 Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder that the Aurora Farmers’ Market will be held at the Aurora Armoury on February 13, 2016, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Councillor Kim noted that the Town’s outdoor rinks at Ada Johnson Park, Confederation Park, Machell Park and Town Park are now open. Councillor Pirri extended a reminder that Aurora’s Arctic Adventure will be held on Monday, February 15, 2016, (Family Day) from 10 a.m. to 4 pm. at Aurora Town Park. He noted that there will be a battle of the chainsaws at the event. Mayor Dawe noted that a detailed listing of upcoming special events at the Aurora Cultural Centre can be found on the Aurora Cultural Centre website, www.auroraculturalcentre.ca. Mayor Dawe noted that nominations are now being accepted for the Community Recognition Awards. He advised that more information can be found at www.aurora.ca/CRA. Councillor Mrakas further noted that the program for the event has been enhanced this year. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Aurora’s Borealis is still on display until Monday, February 15, 2016, at Town Park, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. nightly. Mayor Dawe noted that York Region is hosting a Refugee Sponsorship Information Fair on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, starting at 6 p.m. at 8400 Woodbine Avenue in Markham. He advised that more information can be found at yorkwelcome.ca/refugee. Mayor Dawe advised that the Delivering Hope Furniture and Outlet is holding a grand opening sale on Saturday, January 30, 2016, and Saturday, February 6, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. located at 125 Edward Street in Aurora. He noted that Delivering Hope is a program that helps supply furniture, clothing, toys and housewares to women, children and men who have suffered from abu se. Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder that the Optimist Club of Aurora will be holding a wine tasting event at the Aurora Cultural Centre on Friday, February 5, 2016, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Councillor Gaertner advised that the Aurora Living Residents Guide is now available on the Town’s website at www.aurora.ca/residentsguide. Mayor Dawe noted that the Pink in the Rink hockey charity game was held on January 21, 2016, in Newmarket. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 5 of 34 Councillor Thompson advised that the Aurora Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Strategic Plan Open House at St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Club on Thursday, January 28, 2016. 6. DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1, 2, 3, 4 (sub-items 3, 4, 7, 8, and 15), 5, and 7 were identified as items for discussion. 7. ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 4 (with the exception of sub-items 3, 4, 7, 8, and 15), and 6 were identified as items not requiring separate discussion. Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson 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: 4. General Committee Meeting Report of January 19, 2016 THAT the General Committee meeting report of January 19, 2016, be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be approved: Delegation (a) Jimmy Brennan, Executive Director, Aurora Youth Soccer Club, Re: Aurora Youth Soccer Club Facility THAT the comments of the delegation be received and referred to staff to investigate and report back to Council. (1) CFS16-001 – Additional Information: 2016 Budget Disclosures THAT Report No. CFS16-001 be received for information. (2) CFS16-002 – Extension of Appointment of External Auditor THAT Report No. CFS16-002 be received; and THAT BDO Canada’s auditor appointment be extended two additional years to provide audit services for fiscal year’s ending December 31, 2015 and 2016; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 6 of 34 THAT the Treasurer be authorized to approve invoices for the base services audit, plus any reasonable additional billings related to audit assistance, additional audit work or related to audit issues or consultations in the context of preparing and auditing the annual financial statements of the corporation, to a total combined amount not to exceed the provisions made for such in the budget; and THAT Purchase Order No. 342 be amended or replaced as appropriate to reflect the two-year extension for audit services from BDO Canada. (5) IES16-003 – Acceptance of Municipal Services – Daniels LR Corporation Residential Subdivision – Registered Plan 65M-4309 THAT Report No. IES16-003 be received; and THAT ownership, operation and maintenance of the works within the roads, rights-of-way, and other lands dedicated to the Town contained within Plan 65M-4309, being Daniels LR Corporation-Residential Subdivision, as detailed in Report No. IES16-003 be assumed; and THAT the necessary by-law be brought forward for enactment to assume for public use the highways within Plan 65M-4309, and to establish as public highway any applicable reserves. (6) IES16-004 – Acceptance of Municipal Services – Hallgrove Estates Business Park Subdivision – Registered Plan 65M-3974 THAT Report No. IES16-004 be received; and THAT ownership, operation and maintenance of the works within the roads, rights-of-way and other lands dedicated to the Town as contained within Plan 65M-3974, being Hallgrove Estates Business Park Subdivision as detailed in Report No. IES16-004 be assumed; and THAT the necessary by-law be brought forward for enactment to assume for public use the highways within Plan 65M-3974 and to establish as public highway any applicable reserves (9) IES16-007 – Award of Tender IES15-38 – Replacement of Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) Pool Dehumidification Unit THAT Report No. IES16-007 be received; and THAT Tender No. IES15-38 for the supply and installation of a pool dehumidifier unit for the Aurora Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) pool area Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 7 of 34 be awarded to Van Mechanical Services Inc. in the amount of $187,085, excluding taxes; and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. (10) IES16-008 – Award of Tender IES2015-89 – For Vandorf Sideroad Reconstruction from 300m East of Bayview Avenue to Leslie Street THAT Report No. IES16-008 be received; and THAT Tender No. IES2015-89 – For Vandorf Sideroad Reconstruction from 300m East of Bayview Avenue to Leslie Street be awarded to Primrose Contracting (Ontario) Inc. in the amount of $3,122,000.10, excluding taxes; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. (11) LLS16-001 – Amendments to the Record Classification Structure and Retention By-law 5611-14 and Corporate Records and Information Management Policy THAT Report No. LLS16-001 be received; and THAT the updates to Schedule “A” of Record Classification Structure & Retention By-law No. 5611-14, as outlined in Attachment 1 to Report No. LLS16-001, be approved; and THAT the Corporate Records and Information Management Policy, Policy No. 77 be amended as set out in Report No. LLS16-001; and THAT a By-law to amend the Record Classification Structure & Retention By-law be enacted at a future Council meeting. (12) LLS16-005 – Authority to Commence Application to Confirm Emergency Orders THAT Report No. LLS16-005 be received; and THAT section 10(a) of the Litigation and Claims Policy, Administration Procedure No. 52, be amended to specifically exclude any application Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 8 of 34 required to confirm emergency orders issued pursuant to the Building Code Act, 1992. (13) PRS16-003 – Aurora Soccer Club Lease Agreement – Highland Park THAT Report No. PRS16-003 be received; and THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be directed to report back within six (6) months on options for a process to manage leases and other agreements; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same, between the Town of Aurora and the Aurora Soccer Club for the lease of Highland Park. (16) PDS16-002 – Draft Plan of Condominium Application, Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Limited , 15776 Leslie Street, Block 31 Plan 65M-4467, File: CDM-2015-01, Related Files: PLC-2015-07, ZBA-2015-01 THAT Report No. PDS16-002 be received; and THAT the Draft Plan of Condominium File CDM-2015-01 be approved for 49 single detached dwelling units subject to conditions set out in Appendix “A” to this report; and THAT a By-law to lift 0.3m reserves providing driveway access into the property be enacted; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute any Agreement(s) referenced in the Conditions of Approval, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. (17) PDS16-003 – Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control, Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Limited, 15778 Leslie Street, Block 31, Plan 65M-4467, File No. PLC- 2015-07, Related Files: CDM-2015-01 and ZBA-2015-01 THAT Report No. PDS16-003 be received; and THAT the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Limited to divide Block 31 on Plan 65M- 4467 into 49 separate lots for single detached units and a private condominium road be approved; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 9 of 34 THAT the Part Lot Control Exemption by-law be presented at a future Council meeting. (20) Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 10, 2015 THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 10, 2015, be received for information. (21) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 14, 2015 THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 14, 2015, be received; and THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: 2. Memorandum from Planner Re: Demolition Application for a Structure on a Designated Heritage Property, Demolition of an Accessory Barn, 15342 Yonge Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-15-04 THAT the relocation of the accessory barn to 15372 Yonge Street (The Hillary House) for the preservation of the structure be approved prior to Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Applications for 15342 Yonge Street are approved by Council. 3. HAC15-013 –Proposed Demolition of Existing Rear Addition to a Listed Heritage Building, 138 Centre Street THAT the proposed demolition of the existing 12m2 rear addition at 138 Centre Street be approved and the proposed two -storey rear addition be supported subject to the approval of the Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Applications for the proposed Day Care Use; and THAT the proposed elevations are subject to approval of Planning Staff to ensure the proposed addition will maintain the heritage character of the area. 4. HAC15-014 – Heritage Permit Application, 61 Catherine Avenue File: NE-HCD-HPA-15-06 THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-15-06 be approved to permit the proposed two-storey addition at rear as per submitted plans; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 10 of 34 THAT the re-sizing and relocation of existing windows for the dwelling as proposed be approved; and THAT, should the window that is proposed to be removed not be of future use to the owner, the removed window be donated to Aurora’s Architectural Salvage Program. 5. HAC15-015 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 101 Tyler Street THAT the property located at 101 Tyler Street remain listed on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and THAT the property be re-evaluated by the Committee’s Heritage Evaluation Working Group pending receipt of further historical background. (22) Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 15, 2015 THAT the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 15, 2015, be received; and THAT the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee recommend to Council: 1. Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Terms of Reference THAT the following Terms of Reference be adopted: 1. PURPOSE The Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee is formed to support Town staff in various aspects of the Community Recognition Event and report to Council on any outcomes and/or changes as required. 2. MEMBERSHIP The Committee shall be comprised of seven (7) members, as follows:  Two (2) members of Council; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 11 of 34  Five (5) citizen members selected by Council. In making its citizen appointments, Council will give preference to applicants who have experience in the volunteer sector and/or Community Recognition Awards. 3. TERM The remainder of the 2014-2018 Term of Council. 4. REMUNERATION None 5. DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS  Support Town staff in the delivery of the Community Recognition Awards by supporting community participation through the nomination process and sponsorship opportunities;  Report to Council on opportunities to continuously improve the Community Recognition Awards. 6. REPORTING The Committee shall report directly to Council through the Staff Liaison appointed by the Chief Administrative Officer. 7. MEETING TIMES AND LOCATIONS The Committee will meet on an as required basis to address various aspects of the Community Recognition Awards, at the call of the Chair. 8. STAFF SUPPORT The Chief Administrative Officer will appoint one or more appropriate staff liaisons to provide technical support to the Committee. The Legal and Legislative Services department will provide administrative support services to the Committee. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 12 of 34 6. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights of the November 27, 2015, and December 18, 2015, Meetings of the Board THAT the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights of the November 27, 2015, and December 18, 2015, Meetings of the Board be received for information. CARRIED 8. DELEGATIONS (a) Jennifer Sault, Blue Dot Movement Re: Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (c); Re: Blue Dot Campaign Ms. Sault spoke in support of the Blue Dot Campaign, and gave a brief presentation detailing the objectives of the Blue Dot Movement. Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Humfryes THAT the comments of Jennifer Sault be received and referred to Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (c). CARRIED (b) David Heard, Resident Re: Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (c); Re: Blue Dot Campaign Mr. Heard expressed support for increased environmental awareness and action within the Town, and voiced concerns regarding local environmental issues. Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the comments of David Heard be received and referred to Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (c). CARRIED 9. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION 1. PRS16-004 – Pre-Development Tree Protection and Compensation Agreement, Brookfield Homes Ltd. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 13 of 34 Main motion Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. PRS16-004 be received; and THAT a Pre-Development Tree Protection and Compensation Agreement with Brookfield Homes Ltd. be approved by Council to ensure that the applicant is bound by terms and conditions associated with tree protection and compensation in accordance with Town policy and 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 with Brookfield Homes Ltd., including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. Amendment Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Mrakas THAT, subject to any requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the final Pre-Development Tree Protection and Compensation Agreement with Brookfield Homes Ltd. be placed on a future General Committee meeting agenda for information. CARRIED Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. PRS16-004 be received; and THAT a Pre-Development Tree Protection and Compensation Agreement with Brookfield Homes Ltd. be approved by Council to ensure that the applicant is bound by terms and conditions associated with tree protection and compensation in accordance with Town policy and to the satisfaction of the Director of Parks and Recreation Services prior to the removal of any trees on this property; and THAT, subject to any requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the final Pre-Development Tree Protection and Compensation Agreement with Brookfield Homes Ltd. be placed on a future General Committee meeting agenda for information; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 14 of 34 THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to enter into an Agreement with Brookfield Homes Ltd., including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. CARRIED AS AMENDED 2. Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2015 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Mrakas THAT the Trails and Active Transportation Committee meeting minutes of November 20, 2015, be received; and THAT the Trails and Active Transportation Committee recommend to Council: New Business Motion No. 1 THAT communications be established between the Town and Metrolinx to ensure the preservation and integrity of the Town’s trail system and the Trails Master Plan. New Business Motion No. 2 THAT staff investigate the feasibility of creating fully accessible bike hubs at existing and future bike trail entrances. CARRIED 3. Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 2, 2015 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 2, 2015, be received; and THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee recommend to Council: 1. Memorandum from Accessibility Advisor Re: 2016-2022 Accessibility Plan THAT the 2016-2022 Accessibility Plan be adopted. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 15 of 34 4. General Committee Meeting Report of January 19, 2016 (3) IES16-001 – Facility Projects Status Report Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. IES16-001 be received; and THAT the fee for Onespace Unlimited Inc. be increased from $1,049,284 to $1,145,944 to be funded within the existing budget; and THAT an application for a solar panel project through the FIT program similar to the project approved for the Aurora Family Leisure Complex be endorsed. Motion to refer Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. IES16-001 – Facility Projects Status Report be referred back to staff for further information on additional fees for Onespace Unlimited Inc., and the application for a solar panel project through the FIT Program. CARRIED 4. General Committee Meeting Report of January 19, 2016 (4) IES16-002 – Street Parking Plan for the Downtown Core – Pilot Project Main motion Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Report No. IES16-002 be received; and THAT the Street Parking Plan for the Downtown Core, as described in Report No. IES16-002 be implemented as a pilot from the period of June to October 2016; and THAT Report No. IES16-002 be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of York Transportation Services Department. Amendment Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 16 of 34 THAT the second clause of the main motion be amended by adding the words “subject to Council approval on May 3, 2016” after the words “June to October 2016”. CARRIED Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Report No. IES16-002 be received; and THAT the Street Parking Plan for the Downtown Core, as described in Report No. IES16-002 be implemented as a pilot from the period of June to October 2016, subject to Council approval on May 3, 2016; and THAT Report No. IES16-002 be forwarded to the Regional Municipality of York Transportation Services Department. On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED AS AMENDED YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Thompson and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillor Kim 4. General Committee Meeting Report of January 19, 2016 (7) IES16-005 – Northern Six Municipalities Waste Collection Contract Renewal Update – MOU and Council Lobbying Framework Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. IES16-005 be received; and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the N6 Partnership that provides for the administration of the joint waste collection contract between the Northern Six Municipalities and a future waste collection contractor; and THAT Council endorse a ban on any communications between Members of Council, and any director, officer, employee, agent or representative of a firm or agent of a firm (whether or not they receive payment) with an interest in submitting a proposal for the Northern Six Waste Collection Contract (2017- 2027) (hereafter “potential proponents”) prior to the issuance of the request Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 17 of 34 for proposals, however, if any communication should occur, it shall be reported to the staff responsible for managing the procurement; and THAT where deemed appropriate by staff any written correspondence only be directed to Council as a whole and that any written communications to Council from potential proponents be forwarded first to staff responsible for managing the procurement, and will only be made public through a staff report to be received for information purposes, subject to any applicable legislation; and THAT all staff, excluding those identified as being involved in the process, be subject to the same ban; and THAT no deputations at public meetings by proponents be scheduled until after the conclusion of any blackout period; and THAT the Town Clerk provide the municipalities of East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Newmarket, and Whitchurch-Stouffville with a copy of Council’s resolution on this matter and this staff report for their information and consideration. CARRIED 4. General Committee Meeting Report of January 19, 2016 (8) IES16-006 – Increase to Mead Electric Service Contract Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. IES16-006 be received; and THAT the Purchase Order with Mead Electric for street light maintenance and utility locate services be increased by $140,000 to a revised value of $360,000 for the 2015/2016 combined contract period; and THAT the 2015 Operating Budget for street light maintenance be increased by $70,000 to be funded from the Engineering Fees Reserve to offset the high demand for development-related locate services. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 18 of 34 4. General Committee Meeting Report of January 19, 2016 (15) PRS16-006 – Status of the Cultural Precinct Plan Main motion Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. PRS16-006 be received for information. Amendment No. 1 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT Council be provided with the geotechnical report for Blocks One and Three of the Cultural Precinct. CARRIED Amendment No. 2 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT the next Cultural Precinct report include all public comments received to date, and the concerns expressed by the Delegates from the General Committee meeting of January 19, 2016. CARRIED Amendment No. 3 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT the next Cultural Precinct report be accompanied by the report from AECOM unless provided to Members of Council prior to that date. CARRIED Amendment No. 4 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT the next Cultural Precinct report include a report from the economic development staff with respect to allowing commercial infiltration into the Cultural Heritage Precinct, and the effects this would have on the economic revitalization of Yonge Street; and a report from Planning staff with respect to zoning/change of use requirements in the Precinct. On a recorded vote Amendment No. 4 was DEFEATED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 19 of 34 YEAS: 3 NAYS: 6 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Humfryes, and Thom VOTING NAYS: Councillors Abel, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. PRS16-006 be received for information; and THAT Council be provided with the geotechnical report for Blocks One and Three of the Cultural Precinct; and THAT the next Cultural Precinct report include all public comments received to date, and the concerns expressed by the Delegates from the General Committee meeting of January 19, 2016; and THAT the next Cultural Precinct report be accompanied by the report from AECOM unless provided to Members of Council prior to that date. CARRIED AS AMENDED 5. LLS16-006 – General Committee Closed Session Meeting of January 19, 2016 Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT Report No. LLS16-006 be received; and THAT the following recommendations from the General Committee Closed Session meeting of January 19, 2016, be adopted: 1. Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the Town or a Local Board (section 239(2)(e) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. PDS16-001– Appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board re 2419059 Ontario Inc., OMB Case No.: PL150967, Zoning By-law Amendment & Site Plan Applications, Files: ZBA-2014-07 & SP-2015-01, 497 Wellington Street West, Part of Lot 1 and Part of 40 Acre Reserve, Registered Plan 102 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 20 of 34 THAT the confidential recommendations of the General Committee Closed Session meeting of January 19, 2016, regarding the 497 Wellington Street West Ontario Municipal Board appeal, be adopted. On a recorded vote Item 1 of the motion CARRIED YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Thom, Thompson and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillor Pirri 2. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a Town or Local Board employee (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. LLS16-003 – Appointments to the Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee THAT the appointment of five (5) Citizen Members to the Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee as recommended in Closed Session on January 19, 2016, be approved; and THAT these appointments be effective as of February 1, 2016; and THAT staff be directed to report out the names of citizen members appointed to the Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee upon adoption of this resolution. CARRIED 7. Memorandum from Acting Manager of Corporate Communications Re: 2016 Community Recognition Awards Sponsorship Package Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT the memorandum regarding the 2016 Community Recognition Awards Sponsorship Package be received; and THAT the 2016 Community Recognition Awards Sponsorship Package be approved. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 21 of 34 10. NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN (i) Notices of Motion (ii) Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given (a) Councillor Mrakas Re: Ontario Municipal Board Jurisdiction Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Humfryes WHEREAS the Town of Aurora spends an incredible amount of resources and taxpayer money developing an Official Plan; and WHEREAS the Town’s Official Plan is ultimately approved by the Province; and WHEREAS it is within the legislative purview of Municipal Council to approve Official Plan amendments or Zoning By-law changes that better the community or fit within the vision of the Town of Aurora Official Plan; and WHEREAS it is also within the legislative purview of Municipal Council to deny Official Plan amendments or Zoning By-law changes that do not better the community or do not fit within the vision of the Town of Aurora Official Plan; and WHEREAS planning decisions may be appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board (“OMB”), an unelected, appointed body that is not accountable to the residents of Aurora; and WHEREAS appeals of OMB decisions are limited to questions of law, not the findings of facts in a case; and WHEREAS all decisions—save planning decisions—made by Municipal Council are similarly only subject to appeal by judicial review and such appeals are limited to questions of law; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Aurora Town Council requests the Government of Ontario to limit the jurisdiction of the OMB to questions of law or process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Government of Ontario be requested to require the OMB to uphold any planning decisions of Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 22 of 34 Municipal Councils unless they are contrary to the processes and rules set out in legislation; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this Motion be sent to The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, The Honourable Ted McMeekin, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Mr. Patrick Brown, Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party, Ms. Andrea Horwath, Leader of the New Democratic Party, and all Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) in the Province of Ontario; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this Motion be sent to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and all Ontario municipalities for their consideration. On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED YEAS: 9 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None (b) Councillor Thom Re: Facility Sponsorship and Advertising Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Abel WHEREAS the Town of Aurora has considerable assets for facility sponsorship and advertising; and WHEREAS it is important that the Town of Aurora both realize and use these assets as a source to generate non-tax revenue; and WHEREAS generating increased non-tax revenue from facility sponsorship and advertising will offset facility operating costs and relieve tax pressures on the Operating Budget; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to bring forward a report on the following:  The assessment and inventory of our current facility sponsorship and advertising assets;  The assessment and inventory on any potential facility sponsorship and advertising opportunities; Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 23 of 34  Best practices for facility sponsorship and advertising strategies from other Ontario municipalities (e.g., City of Oshawa, Town of Whitby, City of Ottawa); and  Recommendations for an enhanced facility sponsorship and advertising strategy for the Town of Aurora; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the report be brought forward to Council before the beginning of the 2017 Budget deliberations. CARRIED (c) Councillor Mrakas Re: Blue Dot Campaign Main motion Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Kim WHEREAS the Town of Aurora understands that people are part of the environment, and that a healthy environment is inextricably linked to the well-being of our community; and WHEREAS as the Town updates its Corporate Environmental Action Plan, it will consider and have regard for the environmental consideration of the Blue Dot Campaign; and WHEREAS the Town, as an environmental steward, respects, protects, fulfills and promotes rights for the benefit of existing and future generations; and WHEREAS the Town is committed to supporting the protection, enhancement and restoration of the environment by fostering educatio n and outreach, collaborating through partnerships, supporting the development of connected communities and reporting progress towards reaching goals; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora finds and declares that: 1. All people have the right to live in a healthy environment, including: a) The right to breathe clean air; b) The right to drink clean water; c) The right to consume safe food; Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 24 of 34 d) The right to access nature; e) The right to know about pollutants and contaminants released into the local environment; and f) The right to participate in decision-making that will affect the environment. 2. The Town of Aurora has the responsibility, within its jurisdiction, to respect, protect, fulfill and promote these rights. 3. The Town of Aurora shall specify objectives, targets and timelines and actions the Town will take, within its jurisdiction, to fulfill residents’ right to a healthy environment, including priority actions to: a) Ensure infrastructure and development projects protect the environment, including air quality; b) Address climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and implementing adaptation measures; c) Responsibly increase density; d) Prioritize walking, cycling and public transit as preferred modes of transportation; e) Reduce solid waste and promote recycling and composting; and f) Establish and maintain accessible green spaces in all residential neighbourhoods; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the provincial government, federal government, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), to show support for recognizing the right of all people to live in a healthy environment. Amendment Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the second operative clause be replaced by the following three clauses: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the provincial government, calling for a public review of the Ontario Environmental Bill of Rights in order to improve the Act and to include recognition that all people have the right to live in a healthy environment; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 25 of 34 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the federal government calling for the development of federal legislation that recognizes that all people have the right to live in a healthy environment; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), to show support for recognizing the right of all people to live in a healthy environment. CARRIED Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Kim WHEREAS the Town of Aurora understands that people are part of the environment, and that a healthy environment is inextricably linked to the well-being of our community; and WHEREAS as the Town updates its Corporate Environmental Action Plan, it will consider and have regard for the environmental consideration of the Blue Dot Campaign; and WHEREAS the Town, as an environmental steward, respects, protects, fulfills and promotes rights for the benefit of existing and future generations; and WHEREAS the Town is committed to supporting the protection, enhancement and restoration of the environment by fostering education and outreach, collaborating through partnerships, supporting the development of connected communities and reporting progress towards reaching goals; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora finds and declares that: 1. All people have the right to live in a healthy environment, including: a) The right to breathe clean air; b) The right to drink clean water; c) The right to consume safe food; d) The right to access nature; Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 26 of 34 e) The right to know about pollutants and contaminants released into the local environment; and f) The right to participate in decision-making that will affect the environment. 2. The Town of Aurora has the responsibility, within its jurisdiction, to respect, protect, fulfill and promote these rights. 3. The Town of Aurora shall specify objectives, targets and timelines and actions the Town will take, within its jurisdiction, to fulfill residents’ right to a healthy environment, including priority actions to: a) Ensure infrastructure and development projects protect the environment, including air quality; b) Address climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and implementing adaptation measures; c) Responsibly increase density; d) Prioritize walking, cycling and public transit as preferred modes of transportation; e) Reduce solid waste and promote recycling and composting; and f) Establish and maintain accessible green spaces in all residential neighbourhoods; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the provincial government, calling for a public review of the Ontario Environmental Bill of Rights in order to improve the Act and to include recognition that all people have the right to live in a healthy environment; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the federal government calling for the development of federal legislation that recognizes that all people have the right to live in a healthy environment; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora shall forward a copy of this declaration to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), to show support for recognizing the right of all people to live in a healthy environment. CARRIED AS AMENDED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 27 of 34 (d) Mayor Dawe Re: Town of Aurora Official Plan Review - 2016 Moved by Mayor Dawe Seconded by Councillor Kim WHEREAS Planning & Development Services will be preparing a work plan for the Official Plan Review in 2016; and WHEREAS the Town’s current population forecast identified in its Official Plan (2010) to the year 2031 is 70,200 persons; and WHEREAS the Region of York’s preferred growth scenario as part of the Region’s Municipal Comprehensive Review to conform with Amendment 2 to the Provincial Growth Plan identifies a population forecast for the Town of Aurora of 79,000 persons to the year 2041; and WHEREAS the Planning Act requires that official plans be reviewed at least every five years to ensure they conform with provincial plans, have regard to matters of provincial interest and are consistent with provincial policy statements; and WHEREAS the Official Plan update provides the opportunity to assess how the Town will accommodate forecasted population and employment growth beyond the year 2031; and WHEREAS appropriate infill development and other forms of intensification are objectives of the provincial plans, the York Region Official Plan, and the Town’s current Official Plan; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Planning staff be directed to review the existing policy framework of the Official Plan with respect to the Town’s ability to accommodate the projected new residential growth to the year 2041 within the Town’s urban boundary as part of the Official Plan review. CARRIED (e) Councillor Mrakas and Councillor Thompson Re: Municipal Summit – Golf Course Redevelopment Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Thompson Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 28 of 34 WHEREAS municipal Official Plans contain solid planning principles, adhere to relevant Provincial Policy Statements and are approved ultimately by the Province; and WHEREAS municipalities face continuing challenges to their Official Plans through recent applications to redevelop former Golf Courses acquired by residential land developers in the GTA for the purpose of converting “private open space” stable neighbourhoods to “residential” land uses; WHEREAS multiple municipalities repeatedly fighting the same planning battle(s) is an inefficient and ineffective use of tax-payer money; and WHEREAS a Summit is a meeting of representatives of government which affords the opportunity to advocate for meaningful reform on a wide range of important issues facing municipalities; and WHEREAS a Summit provides the opportunity to bring together all municipalities to work collaboratively to find solutions to the increasing pressures of loss of green space within our stable neighbourhoods due to redevelopment applications of golf courses; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora host a Municipal Summit to identify issues and define common principles as it speaks to appropriate redevelopment of former Golf Courses situated within stable neighbourhoods; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff extend an invitation to all Elected Officials from municipalities in the Golden Horseshoe region of Ontario and to the Board of Directors of AMO; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back no later than the last Council meeting in February 2016 to define possible venues, dates, and interest to attend a Municipal Summit on Golf Course redevelopment; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this Motion be sent to The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, The Honourable Ted McMeekin, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Mr. Patrick Brown, Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party, Ms. Andrea Horwath, Leader of the New Democratic Party, Mr. Chris Ballard, MPP Newmarket-Aurora and all other Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) in the Province of Ontario, and Mr. Wayne Emmerson, York Region Chairman and CEO. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 29 of 34 On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED YEAS: 9 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None (f) Councillor Abel Re: Winter Overnight Parking Restrictions Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Kim WHEREAS By-law Number 4574-04.T is a by-law to regulate parking and traffic in the Town of Aurora; and WHEREAS this By-law stipulates that on-street parking is not permitted from November 15 to April 15 during the period between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.; and WHEREAS the winter period parking restriction may cause hardship to those residents who depend on on-street parking; and WHEREAS the winter period parking restrictions are only useful when there is a snow event requiring road plowing; and WHEREAS all other times when snow removal operations are not required, on-street parking could be permitted; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to pilot a program allowing overnight parking through the winter months for the 2015/2016 winter season with a provision to impose overnight parking restrictions on an as needed basis in response to snow events; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council in the spring of 2016 on the results of the pilot program. Motion to refer Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Pirri Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 30 of 34 THAT Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (f); Re: Winter Overnight Parking Restrictions be referred to staff for a report on implementing a pilot project for the 2016/2017 winter season. CARRIED 11. REGIONAL REPORT York Regional Council Highlights – December 17, 2015 and January 21, 2016 THAT the Regional Reports of December 18, 2015, and January 21, 2016, be received for information. Motion to refer Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the Regional Reports of December 18, 2015, and January 21, 2016, be referred to the Council meeting of February 9, 2016. CARRIED 12. NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION Council consented to considering New Business/General Information following the consideration of Reading of By-laws. Councillor Pirri suggested that the document regarding the Town of Newmarket Glenway Golf Course Development Lessons Learned Report be circulated for information on a future meeting agenda. 13. READING OF BY-LAWS Council consented to considering Reading of By-laws following the consideration of Closed Session. Council consented to withdraw By-law No. 5803-16, BEING A BY-LAW to acquire lands for municipal purposes (15157, 15165 and 15171 Yonge Street). Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the following by-laws be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 31 of 34 CARRIED Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Kim THAT the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5812-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council Meeting on January 26, 2016. CARRIED 14. CLOSED SESSION Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim THAT Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matters: 1. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Memorandum from Manager of Long Range and Strategic Planning, Re: Agreement of Purchase and Sale – Eric T. Smith Way Update 5804-16 BEING A BY-LAW to acquire lands for municipal purposes (Lot 6 and Lot 7, Plan 65M-2873). 5806-16 BEING A BY-LAW to establish lands on Plan 65M-4433 as highways (Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Limited – Phase 1). 5807-16 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Block 31 on Plan 65M-4467 from Part-Lot Control (Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Limited). 5808-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law Number 5499-13, to appoint an Auditor for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. 5809-16 BEING A BY-LAW to assume highways on Plan 65M-4309 for public use (Daniels LR Corporation). 5810-16 BEING A BY-LAW to establish lands on Plan 65M-3974 as highways (Hallgrove Estates Inc.). 5811-16 BEING A BY-LAW to assume highways on Plan 65M-3974 for public use (Hallgrove Estates Inc.). Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 32 of 34 2. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. PRS16-010 – Aurora Promenade Area 3. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. PDS16-007 – Eric T. Smith Way 4. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Memorandum from Associate Solicitor, Re: Acquisition of Land for a New Central York Fire Services Facility CARRIED Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim THAT the Council meeting be reconvened into open session to rise and report from Closed Session. CARRIED 1. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Memorandum from Manager of Long Range and Strategic Planning, Re: Agreement of Purchase and Sale – Eric T. Smith Way Update Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the confidential direction to staff in respect to Agreement of Purchase and Sale – Eric T. Smith Way Update be confirmed. CARRIED 2. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. PRS16-010 – Aurora Promenade Area Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the confidential direction to staff in respect to Closed Session Report No. PRS16-010 – Aurora Promenade Area be confirmed. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 33 of 34 On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED YEAS: 8 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None ABSENT: Councillor Humfryes 3. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. PDS16-007 – Eric T. Smith Way Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the confidential direction to staff in respect to Closed Session Report No. Closed Session Report No. PDS16-007 – Eric T. Smith Way be confirmed. CARRIED 4. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board (section 239 (2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Memorandum from Associate Solicitor, Re: Acquisition of Land for a New Central York Fire Services Facility Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the confidential direction to staff in respect to Closed Session Memorandum from Associate Solicitor, Re: Acquisition of Land for a New Central York Fire Services Facility be confirmed. On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED YEAS: 7 NAYS: 1 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: Councillor Mrakas ABSENT: Councillor Humfryes Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Page 34 of 34 15. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the meeting be adjourned at 12:06 a.m. on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. CARRIED GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR STEPHEN M. A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 26, 2016, ARE SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON FEBRUARY 9, 2016.