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MINUTES - Council - 20160426 TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, April 26, 2016 ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner (departed 10:17 p.m.), Humfryes, 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, 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, Associate Solicitor, and Council/Committee Secretary Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m., following Open Forum. Council consented to recess at 10:13 p.m. to resolve into a Closed Session meeting and reconvened into open session at 10:40 p.m. 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 Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Pirri Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 2 of 18 THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services, with the following additions, be approved:  Withdrawn – Presentation (a) Brent Kopperson, Windfall Ecology Centre Re: Windfall Ecology Centre: Who We Are & Current Projects  By-law No. 5853-16 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint a Clerk (Acting) and to delegate certain authority to the Clerk (Acting) on behalf of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. CARRIED 3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES Council Meeting Minutes of April 12, 2016 Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes of April 20, 2016 Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Kim THAT the Council meeting minutes of April 12, 2016, and the Special Council – Public Planning meeting minutes of April 20, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated. CARRIED 4. PRESENTATIONS (a) Brent Kopperson, Windfall Ecology Centre Re: Windfall Ecology Centre: Who We Are & Current Projects This presentation request was withdrawn. (b) Stephen Fung and Mark Ortiz, York Region Re: York Region’s Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update Mr. Fung presented an overview of York Region’s Water and Wastewater Master Plan Update, including the timeline, public engagement, evaluation process, and the proposed infrastructure in Aurora. Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Kim Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 3 of 18 THAT the presentation by Stephen Fung and Mark Ortiz be received for information. CARRIED 5. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Thom advised that on Saturday, April 23, 2016, the Queen’s York Rangers Army Cadets held a recycling fundraiser to send forty cadets to Vimy Ridge, France, in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. He noted that more information can be found at www.vimybound.com. Councillor Thom congratulated the Atom AA Aurora Panthers girls’ hockey team on their Provincial Championship win. Councillor Humfryes noted that there will be a M.R. Menswear fashion show at Aw, Shucks! Seafood Bar and Bistro on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. She mentioned that tickets can be bought from Snap d for $25, and that proceeds from this event will go towards MS Society of Canada and the Southlake Hospital Cancer Centre. Councillor Abel congratulated the Aurora Public Library on a successful Entrepreneurs in Residence event, held on Thursday, April 21, 2016. Councillor Abel thanked staff for their efforts at the Aurora Home Show and the recent Optimist Club of Aurora event at the Aurora Armoury Councillor Abel noted that he participated in Aurora’s Annual Clean-up Day, and that it was a successful event with over 300 people registered. Councillor Abel mentioned that the Community Earth Week Fair had great attendance, and congratulated the Environmental Advisory Committee on a successful event. Councillor Mrakas added that the Committee has started planning next year’s event, and they hope to grow the event in the future. Councillor Abel noted that he attended the Queen’s York Rangers Change of Command event on Sunday, April 24, 2016, in Newmarket. Mayor Dawe further noted that the St. Andrew’s Church Parade and the reaffirmation of the freedom of the Town were held following the event. Councillor Thompson extended a reminder that the Run or Walk for Southlake will take place on Sunday, May 1, 2016 and encouraged everyone to participate. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 4 of 18 Councillor Thompson mentioned that staff raised over $400 at a pizza lunch fundraiser for Team Aurora, who will be participating in the Run or Walk for Southlake event. Councillor Thompson announced that the Aurora Minor Hockey Association and the Aurora Youth Soccer Club have joined Sport Aurora, and commended them on the partnership. On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consented, on a two-thirds vote, to waive the requirements of section 3.8 of the Procedural By-law to permit Stephen Kimmerer of Sport Aurora to delegate. Mr. Kimmerer thanked the Aurora Minor Hockey Association and the Aurora Youth Soccer Club, and noted that there has been positive communication between the organizations and Sport Aurora, and that they look forward to working with each other. Councillor Gaertner thanked the Aurora Youth Soccer Club and the Aurora Minor Hockey Association for being great volunteers in the community. Councillor Gaertner thanked all the volunteers who went the Pet Cemetery to inventory headstones on April 14 and 15, 2016. Councillor Gaertner noted that she and other Councillors attended the Aurora Seniors’ Centre Volunteer Appreciation dinner held on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, and that it was a great event. Councillor Mrakas extended a reminder that the Municipal Summit for OMB Reform will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2016, in Markham , and that over 100 attendees have been confirmed. Mayor Dawe advised that the Youth Volunteer Fair will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2016, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, and that it is a good opportunity to earn volunteer hours. Mayor Dawe advised that the Aurora Community Arboretum will hold their annual Community Tree Planting Event on Saturday, May 7, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mayor Dawe noted that Neighbourhood Network’s Tree Planting program will begin on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Vines Place beginning at 9:00 a.m. Mayor Dawe advised that The Pine Tree Potters’ Spring Pottery Sale will be held from April 28 to May 1, 2016, at the Aurora Cultural Centre and that more information can be found at www.pinetreepotters.ca. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 5 of 18 Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Aurora Art Show and Sale will be held from Saturday, April 30 to Sunday, May 1, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Town Hall. He noted that the event will feature over 300 pieces of artwork, and that admission is free. Mayor Dawe advised that the Big Bike Challenge will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2016, and encouraged residents to participate with the Aurora Has Heart Team. He mentioned that more information can be found at www.heartandstroke.on.ca. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Our Lady of Grace Catholic Elementary School will be celebrating its 60th anniversary on Sunday, May 1, 2016, and that he will be proclaiming the day as Our Lady of Grace Catholic Elementary School Day. Mayor Dawe noted that there is a Notice of Temporary Roa d Closure, on Industrial Parkway South, from Wellington Street East to Industry Street, from Monday, May 2, 2016, to Monday, May 16, 2016. Mayor Dawe welcomed Lisa Lyons, who will be Acting Town Clerk following the departure of Stephen Huycke, Town Clerk. 6. DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1 (sub-items 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 12) were identified as items for discussion. 7. ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Item 1 (with the exception of sub-items 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, and 12), 2, 3, 4 and 5 were identified as items not requiring separate discussion. Moved by Councillor Gaertner 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: 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 THAT the General Committee meeting report of April 19, 2016, be received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved: Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 6 of 18 (2) IES16-036 – Award of Tender IES 2016-20 – The Reconstruction of Catherine Avenue THAT Report No. IES16-036 be received; and THAT Tender IES 2016-20 for Capital project No. 31111 for the Reconstruction of Catherine Avenue be awarded to IL Duca Contracting Inc. in the amount of $732,706.20, excluding taxes; and THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary Agreement, including any and all do cuments and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. (4) IES16-038 – Extension of Janitorial Services Contract THAT Report No. IES16-038 be received; and THAT cleaning for the new Aurora Operations Centre be awarded to Royal Building Cleaning Ltd. for the period of May 1 to July 31, 2016 in the amount of $40,000 excluding taxes. (5) IES16-039 – Purchase Order Increases P.O. No. 713 and P.O. No. 714 – HVAC Maintenance Services THAT Report No. IES16-039 be received; and THAT Purchase Order No. 713 for Carmichael Engineering Ltd., be increased for year one of Contract IES 2015-35 for HVAC Services at various Town Facilities, in the Town of Aurora, in the amount of $125,000, excluding taxes; and THAT Purchase Order No. 714 for Dunlis Mechanical Services Ltd., be increased for year one of Contract IES 2015-35 for HVAC Services at various Town Facilities, in the Town of Aurora, in the amount of $125,000, excluding taxes. (9) PDS16-024 – Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control, Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Ltd., Blocks 15, 16 & 19, Plan 65M-4467 being 65R-36163 and 65R- 36213, File No.: PLC-2016-02 THAT Report No. PDS16-024 be received; and THAT the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Ltd. to divide Blocks 15, 16 and 19, Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 7 of 18 on Plan 65M-4467 into 17 separate lots for townhouse units be approved; and THAT the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law be introduced and enacted at a future Council meeting. (13) Special Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 31, 2016 THAT the Special Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 31, 2016, be received; and THAT the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee recommend to Council: 1. PRS16-015 – Implementation of the Sport Plan THAT tasks T1, T3, T15, T16, T17, T21, and T22 be referred to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee prior to a recommendation being presented to Council. 2. Parks and Recreation Master Plan Implementation Schedule THAT tasks T1, T4, T4a, T4b, T5, T9, T16, T27, T30, T34, and T35 be referred to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee prior to a recommendation being presented to Council; and THAT task T41 be referred to the Trails and Acti ve Transportation Committee prior to a recommendation being presented to Council. (14) Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2016 and April 4, 2016 THAT the Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee meeting minutes of March 16, 2016, and April 4, 2016, be received for information. (15) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 11, 2016 THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 11, 2016, be received; and THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: 1. HAC16-003 – Heritage Permit Application, 20 Catherine Avenue, File: NE-HCD-HPA-16-01 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 8 of 18 THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-15-06 be approved to permit the construction of a 52m2 accessory structure as per submitted plans; and THAT the demolition of the existing detached garage be approved. 2. Memorandum from Planner Re: Additional Information, Heritage Advisory Committee Report No. HAC15-015, 101 Tyler Street THAT the property located at 101 Tyler Street be considered for removal from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and THAT the proposed elevations be subject to approval of Planning Staff to ensure the proposed new dwelling will maintain the heritage character of the area; and THAT items of significance be salvaged and incorporated into the new dwelling or donated to the Aurora Architectural Salvage Program; and THAT the tree located in the front yard of the existing dwelling be retained, if feasible. (16) Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: York Region Report – Land Use Planning and Appeal and Development Charges Systems Review THAT the memorandum regarding York Region Report – Land Use Planning and Appeal and Development Charges Systems Review be received for information. (17) Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Correspondence from MPP Laurie Scott – Proposed Bill 158 – Human Trafficking THAT the correspondence from MPP Laurie Scott – Proposed Bill 158 – Human Trafficking be received; and THAT the Town of Aurora supports Bill 158, Saving the Girl Next Door Act, 2016, and supports MPP Laurie Scott's motion for a multi-jurisdictional and coordinated task force of law enforcement agencies, Crown prosecutors, judges, victims' services and frontline agencies; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 9 of 18 THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to all Members of Provincial Parliament and municipalities. (18) Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Sponsorship Breakdown for the Run or Walk for Southlake Hospital – May 1, 2016 THAT the memorandum regarding Sponsorship Breakdown for the Run or Walk for Southlake Hospital - May 1, 2016, be received for information. 2. LLS16-014 – General Committee Closed Session Report of April 19, 2016 THAT Report No. LLS16-014 be received; and THAT the following recommendations from the Gene ral Committee Closed Session meeting of April 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. IES16-041 – Aurora Family Leisure Complex THAT Closed Session Report No. IES16 -041 be received for information. 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: Potential Purchase of Lands – Yonge Street THAT the confidential recommendations of the General Committee Closed Session meeting of April 19, 2016, regarding the Potential Purchase of Lands – Yonge Street, be adopted. 3. Memorandum from Director of Planning & Development Services Re: By-law No. 5838-16, Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment to the Emery Business Park Zoning By-law 5673-14, 2351528 Ontario Ltd., File Numbers: SUB-2014-01 & ZBA(A)-2014-01 THAT the memorandum regarding By-law No. 5838-16, Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment to the Emery Business Park Zoning By-law 5673- 14, 2351528 Ontario Ltd., File Numbers: SUB-2014-01 & ZBA(A)-2014-01, be received for information. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 10 of 18 4. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights – April 1, 2016 – Meeting of the Board THAT the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights – April 1, 2016 – Meeting of the Board, be received for information. 5. Memorandum from Director of Infrastructure & Environmental Services Re: Additional Information regarding Item 1(6) – IES16-040 – Facility Projects Status Report THAT the memorandum regarding Additional Information regarding Item 1(6) – IES16-040 – Facility Projects Status Report be received for information. CARRIED 8. DELEGATIONS None 9. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (1) IES16-035 – Town of Aurora Comprehensive Stormwater Management Master Plan Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. IES16-035 be received; and THAT The Comprehensive Stormwater Management Master Plan be endorsed subject to future budget approval; and THAT a copy of this report be forwarded to the Clerk of York Region. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (3) IES16-037 – Water, Wastewater and Stormwater Budget Moved by Councillor Gaertner Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 11 of 18 Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT Report No. IES16-037 be received; and THAT the 2016 combined Water, Wastewater budget of $18,744,076 and the Stormwater budget of $1,325,841 be approved; and THAT the 2016 retail water rate of $2.14 per cubic meter and the retail wastewater rate of $1.89 per cubic meter of water be approved; and THAT the 2016 flat rate stormwater charge of $5.01 per unit per month for residential and condominium properties and $63.63 per unit per month for metered non-residential commercial/industrial and multi-residential properties be approved; and THAT the new approved retail water, retail wastewater and stormwater charge rates become effective for all billings issued by the Town on or after May 1, 2016, and be retroactive for all consumption newly billed on such billings; and THAT the 2016 bulk water purchase rate of $4.03 per cubic meter dispensed effective May 1, 2016 be approved; and THAT the necessary by-law be enacted to implement the 2016 retail water rate, retail wastewater rate, stormwater charge and bulk water purchase rate; and THAT the Town’s full-time staff complement be increased by one to 212 (excluding Library Board and Central York Fire Services staff) by approving the new non-union position of Water Compliance Analyst for 2016, to be funded from the water wastewater and stormwater rates budget. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (6) IES16-040 – Facility Projects Status Report Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT Report No. IES16-040 be received for information. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (7) PRS16-017 – Mavrinac Park Conceptual Design Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 12 of 18 Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT Report No. PRS16-017 be received; and THAT staff be directed to conduct a Public Open House for the purposes of obtaining input and comments from the public on the proposed design and facilities to be included in the park; and THAT the Mavrinac Park Conceptual Design be referred to the Accessibility Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee for comment; and THAT funding from the Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Reserve, in an amount not to exceed $1,300,000.00 for the design and construction of the park, be approved; and THAT staff report back to Council with the information and comments received at the Public Open House including any revisions to the park concept plan, cost estimate and a proposed date of construction commencement. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (8) PDS16-023 – Zoning By-law Amendment, BG Properties Aurora Inc. (formerly Coutts), 14222, 14314, 14358 & 14378, Yonge Street, Related File: SUB-2012-03, File Number: ZBA-2012-16 Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT Report No. PDS16-023 be received; and THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No. ZBA-2012-16 (BG Properties Aurora Inc.) to add Single Detached Residential, Open Space and Environmental Protection uses on the subject lands be approved; and THAT the implementing Zoning By-law be presented at a future Council Meeting. On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Thom, and Thompson, Mayor Dawe Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 13 of 18 VOTING NAYS: Councillor Pirri 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (10) PDS16-026 – Cultural Precinct/Library Square Repurposing Project Plan Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Humfryes THAT Report No. PDS16-026 be received; and THAT Council endorse the planning approval process outlined in this report; and THAT staff prepare reports and schedule public consultation meetings in accordance with the approval process. On a recorded vote the main motion CARRIED YEAS: 9 NAYS: 0 VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Thompson, Mayor Dawe VOTING NAYS: None 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (11) Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2016 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 22, 2016, be received for information. CARRIED 1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 19, 2016 (12) Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 22, 2016 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Mrakas THAT the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 22, 2016, be received for information. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 14 of 18 10. NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN (i) Notices of Motion None (ii) Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given (a) Councillor Thompson Re: Development of an Attraction Strategy for the Hotel Industry Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Mrakas WHEREAS Aurora’s Strategic Plan identifies the establishment of a hotel and/or convention centre that meets the growing needs of our businesses and residents as a key objective; and WHEREAS Aurora’s Cultural Master Plan, Economic Development Action Plan, and Sport Plan all reference the need for a hotel; and WHEREAS the Mayor and Members of Council have expressed the importance of attracting a hotel to Aurora and identified it as a key priority this Term; NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee and staff be directed to develop a strategy and comprehensive action plan to enhance the Town’s ability to attract and secure a hotel; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council p rior to the approval of the 2017 Budget. CARRIED 11. REGIONAL REPORT York Regional Council Highlights – April 21, 2016 Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT the Regional Report of April 21, 2016, be received for information. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 15 of 18 12. NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION Councillor Pirri inquired about whether it would be possible to provide Council with a summary of BMA Management Consulting Inc. Municipal Study – 2015 at a future meeting. Staff indicated that they are working with the consultants and will report back at a future date. On a motion of Councillor Kim seconded by Councillor Humfryes, Council consented, on a two-thirds vote, to waive the requirements of section 8.1 of the Procedural By-law to permit reconsideration of Council’s adoption of PRS16-021 – Multicultural Festival on April 12, 2016. New Business Item No. 1 Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Humfryes THAT the Multicultural Festival be scheduled for Saturday, September 10, 2016, to be held at Ada Johnson Park, in the daytime. CARRIED Councillor Humfryes noted that she has spoken to staff regarding some of the graffiti concerns raised by residents. Councillor Abel inquired about the expiration date of the Theatre Aurora lease. Staff indicated that the lease expired on July 1, 2014, and that they are in the process of renegotiating the lease. Councillor Thompson inquired about the Town Park parking report, and staff indicated that the report will be brought forward to second Council cycle in May. Councillor Mrakas shared concerns raised by residents who reside in the Mattamy subdivision in the 2C Planning Area, regarding the lack of parking in the area, and inquired about the possibility of creating a Town-wide parking strategy that could include a parking permit program. Staff indicated that information will be presented at future Council meetings that may address some of these concerns, and that they would investigate further. Councillor Mrakas shared further concerns raised by residents who reside in the Mattamy subdivision in the 2C Planning Area regarding the placement of air conditioner units in side yards. Staff indicated that there are provisions in the Zoning By-law that regulate the location of air conditioning units, and that there is a minimum setback. Staff further mentioned that the setback could change in the proposed Zoning By-law. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 16 of 18 Councillor Mrakas shared further concerns raised by residents who reside in the Mattamy subdivision in the 2C Planning Area regarding construction debris and litter, and inquired whether this is managed through subdivision agreements. Staff indicated that there are conditions in subdivision agreements that ensure the sites are kept clear of debris, and that they would investigate this matter. Councillor Mrakas discussed the concerns regarding graffiti around the Town, and the possibility of having a graffiti cleanup day. 13. READING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT the following by-laws be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5838-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as amended (2351528 Ontario Limited and Aurora-Leslie Developments Limited (Emery Business Park), File: ZBA-2014- 01). 5839-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as amended (BG Properties (Aurora) Inc.). 5842-16 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Blocks 15, 16 and 19 on Plan 65M- 4467 from Part-Lot Control (Brookfield Homes (Ontario) Aurora Limited). 5843-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Municipal Waterworks Distribution By-law Number 3305-91, as amended. 5844-16 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. 5847-16 BEING A BY-LAW to set and levy the rates of taxation for the taxation year 2016. 5853-16 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint a Clerk (Acting) and to delegate certain authority to the Clerk (Acting) on behalf of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 17 of 18 Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Humfryes THAT the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5852-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council Meeting on April 26, 2016. CARRIED 14. CLOSED SESSION Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Thom THAT Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matter: 1. Labour relations or employee negotiations (section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CAO16-005 – CUPE Negotiations – Strategy and Direction 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. Labour relations or employee negotiations (section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CAO16-005 – CUPE Negotiations – Strategy and Direction Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim THAT the confidential direction to staff in respect to Closed Session Report No. CAO16-005 – CUPE Negotiations – Strategy and Direction be confirmed. CARRIED Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 26, 2016 Page 18 of 18 15. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:41 p.m. CARRIED GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR STEPHEN M. A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 26, 2016, RECEIVED FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MAY 10, 2016.