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
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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Withdrawn – Presentation (a) Brent Kopperson, Windfall Ecology Centre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This presentation request was withdrawn.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
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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.
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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.
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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,
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.