MINUTES - Council - 20160809
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel (departed 11:02
p.m.), Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and
Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Mandie
Crawford, Acting Director of Building and By-law Services,
Paul Dillman, Acting Director of Corporate and Financial
Services, Ilmar Simanovskis, Director of Infrastructure and
Environmental Services, Al Downey, Director of Parks and
Recreation Services, Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning
and Development Services, Patricia De Sario, Town
Solicitor, Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk, Stephanie Mackenzie-
Smith, Manager, Corporate Communications, and Samantha
Yew, Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:15 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.
Council consented to recess at 10:38 p.m. to resolve into a Closed Session meeting,
and reconvened into open session at 11:02 p.m.
1. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
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As required under subsection 5(3) of the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act,
Councillor Humfryes declared a pecuniary interest regarding Item 5, Report No.
PDS16-049 regarding Small Cell Technology Pilot Project with Bell Canada, as she
is an employee.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following
addition, be approved:
Item 15 – IES16-066 – “Honouring Our Veterans” Banner Program
CARRIED
3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes of July 12, 2016
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the minutes of the Council meeting of July 12, 2016, be adopted as printed
and circulated.
CARRIED
4. PRESENTATIONS
(a) Nichole Campsall, Coordinator, Youth & Community Development
Re: Presentation of the John West Memorial "Leaders of Tomorrow"
Scholarship Award
Ms. Campsall presented Abigail Kearney of Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary
School and Matthew Abas of St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Secondary
School with the 2016 John West Memorial “Leaders of Tomorrow”
Scholarship Award, and noted their academic and personal achievements,
and contributions to the community.
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Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the presentation regarding Presentation of the John West Memorial
"Leaders of Tomorrow" Scholarship Award be received for information.
CARRIED
(b) Theresa Buck, Special Olympics Ontario
Re: Introduction to Special Olympics Ontario – Aurora Community
Ms. Buck gave an overview and brief history of Special Olympics Ontario in
Aurora, and detailed current and future programs being offered by Special
Olympics Ontario and Special Olympics Aurora through local clubs and
organizations.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the presentation regarding Introduction to Special Olympics Ontario –
Aurora Community be received for information.
CARRIED
(c) Ron Weese, Sport Aurora/Activate Aurora
Re: Announcement of Activate Aurora Project through the Mayor’s
Task Force and Sport Aurora
Mr. Weese gave an overview of Activate Aurora, a sub-project of Sport
Aurora that encourages residents to be more active, and raises awareness
regarding potential health risks associated with sedentary lifestyles. He noted
that the kickoff event for Activate Aurora will be held at the Magna Hoedown
tent and grounds on Sunday, September 18, 2016.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the presentation regarding Announcement of Activate Aurora Project
through the Mayor’s Task Force and Sport Aurora be received for
information.
CARRIED
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5. PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Kim extended a reminder that the Citizen Budget online survey is
available, and can be found at www.aurora.ca/budget.
Councillor Kim advised that Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice will be playing
as part of the Movies in the Park series on Friday, August 11, 2016, at Norm
Weller Park.
Councillor Humfryes noted that a community corn roast will be held at the Aurora
Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair on Saturday, August 20, 2016 , at Town Park.
Councillor Abel advised that Doors Open Aurora will be held on Saturday, August
20, 2016.
Councillor Abel noted that he attended the Hotel Attraction Strategy Working
Group meeting held by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce at Town Hall on July
28, 2016, and thanked the Chair and organizers of the meeting.
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to Aurora resident Erlinda Biondic on her
recent World Record and Canadian Record ultramarathon achievements.
Councillor Thompson noted the new dates for Aurora’s Ribfest this year, which will
be held on Friday, August 26, through Sunday, August 28, 2016, and that more
information can be found at www.aurora.ca.
Councillor Gaertner noted that she was pleased to see firefighters promoting
Central York Fire Services’ Stay Fire Smart campaign in Aurora.
Councillor Gaertner expressed appreciation to the owners of the Parteger House,
also known as the “Old Bunker”, for choosing to designate their property as a
property of cultural historical value or interest under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Town cooling facilities are available during
the summer months, and noted that more information can be found on the Town’s
website.
Mayor Dawe encouraged residents to complete the Town’s online Aurora Cultural
Precinct survey, and noted that the survey can be found at
www.aurora.ca/culturalprecinct.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Concerts in the Park series will
continue during the month of August, and noted that concerts are free to attend
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and a food donation to the Aurora Food Pantry would be appreciated. He
mentioned that more information can be found at www.aurora.ca/
summerconcerts.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Aurora Museum & Archives is gathering stories
from the community for a project celebrating the 150th anniversary of Town Park.
He encouraged residents to find more information at www.aurora.ca/museum.
Mayor Dawe encouraged residents to attend the Colours of Life – A Collection of
Fine Art and Photos by award-winning artist, Elizabeth Gibson. He noted that the
showcase will be on display for the month of August in the Skylight Gallery at
Town Hall, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the next blood donor clinic will be held on
Thursday, August 25, 2016, from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Aurora Legion, 105
Industrial Parkway North, and noted that appointments can be booked at
www.blood.ca.
Mayor Dawe advised that the Town is accepting applications for membership on
the Youth Engagement Committee for the 2016/2017 season, and that application
is open to Aurora youth ages 12 to 17. He noted that the submission deadline is
Wednesday, August 31, 2016, and that more information can be found at
www.aurora.ca/youth.
Mayor Dawe introduced new staff members Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith,
Manager, Corporate Communications, and Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk.
6. DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13 were identified as items for discussion, which
were discussed in the following order: 13, 11, 2, 4, 12, 5, 8, and 9.
7. ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1, 3, 6, 7, 10, 14, and 15 were identified as items not requiring separate
discussion.
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Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
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. BBS16-009 – Fireworks By-law Exemption – Magna Golf Club
THAT Report No. BBS16-009 be received; and
THAT the setting off of Display Fireworks to celebrate a wedding at the
Magna Golf Club on August 13, 2016, commencing at 10:00 p.m., be
approved.
3. IES16-064 – Extension of Contract and Increase of Purchase Order for
Classic Fire Protection Service Contract
THAT Report No. IES16-064 be received; and
THAT RFP No. IES 2012-22 for Classic Fire Protection for fire monitoring
service, preventative maintenance, emergency call outs, monthly and annual
inspections be extended for three (3) additional months on a month to month
basis beyond the termination date of August 30, 2016; and
THAT Purchase Order No. 81 for Classic Fire Protection for fire monitoring
service, preventative maintenance, emergency call outs, monthly a nd annual
inspections be increased by $20,000 to a revised value of $119,994 for the
extended month to month period.
6. PDS16-061 – Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control,
Countrywide Homes at Aurora Inc., Blocks 7 to 12 Plan
65M-4467 being 65R-36431 and 65R-36439, Related File
Numbers: SUB-2011-04 & ZBA-2011-12, File Number: PLC-
2016-07
THAT Report No. PDS16-061 be received; and
THAT the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by
Countrywide Homes at Aurora Inc. to divide Blocks 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12, on
Plan 65M-4467 into 39 separate lots for townhouse units be approved; and
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THAT the Part Lot Control Exemption by-law be considered at the Council
meeting of August 9, 2016.
7. PDS16-062 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan,
Leswell Investments Inc., 1452 Wellington Street East, Part
of Lots 3 and 4, Registered Plan No. 525, Files: ZBA-2015-
04 & SP-2015-04
THAT Report Number PDS16-062 be received; and
THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File Number ZBA-2015-04
(Leswell Investments Inc.), to allow Shopping Centre Commercial uses on
the subject lands be approved; and
THAT the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be presented at a future
Council meeting; and
THAT Site Plan Application File: SP-2015-04 (Leswell Investments Inc.) to
permit the development of the Shopping Centre Commercial development on
the subject lands be approved; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Site Plan
Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
10. PRS16-040 – Amendment to Lease Agreement – Automated Teller
Machines
THAT Report No. PRS16-040 be received; and
THAT the installation of Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) at the Aurora
Family Leisure Complex (AFLC) located at 135 Industrial Parkway North,
Aurora, be approved; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute an amendment to
the License Agreement between the Town of Aurora an d Access Cash
General Partnership (Access Cash) to include the AFLC as an additional
location for the installation, maintenance and operation of an ATM, including
any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to
same.
14. CFS16-026 – Budget Allocation 2017 – Cultural Partners
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THAT Report No. CFS16-026 be received; and
THAT the following 2017 Budget funding directions from the Finance
Advisory Committee meeting of July 28, 2016, be approved:
(a) THAT the 2017 draft budget funding allocation for the Aurora Historical
Society Board be increased by 2.97%; and
(b) THAT the 2017 draft budget funding allocation for the Aurora Cultural
Centre Board be increased by 2.97%; and
(c) THAT the 2017 draft budget funding allocation fo r the Aurora Public
Library Board be increased by 2.97%.
15. IES16-066 – “Honouring Our Veterans” Banner Program
THAT Report No. IES16-066 be received; and
THAT the “Honouring Our Veterans” Banner Program be approved.
CARRIED
8. DELEGATIONS
(a) Nancy Black, representing Aurora Sports Hall of Fame, Healthy Kids
Community Challenge, Sport Aurora, and Activate Aurora
Re: Item 11 – PRS16-042 – Facility Advertising and Sponsorship
Programs
On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council
consented, on a two-thirds vote, to waive the requirements of subsection 3.8(c) of the
Procedural By-law to permit the delegation additional time as required.
Ms. Black spoke in support of offering sport organizations priority use of the
lobby wall areas of the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to Item 11.
CARRIED
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(b) Jamie MacDonald, Music Aurora
Re: Notice of Motion (b) Councillor Abel, Re: Town Park Live Concert
Screening of The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration
Mr. Greg Smith, on behalf of Jamie MacDonald, spoke in support of the Town
Park Live Concert Screening of The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to Notice of
Motion (b).
CARRIED
(c) Ken White, Royal Canadian Legion Aurora Branch 385
Re: Veterans Banners in Aurora
Mr. White spoke in support of the “Honouring Our Veterans” Banner
Program, and provided an overview of the Program.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to and Council
advised that Item 15 was approved on consent.
CARRIED
9. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
2. CFS16-023 – Interim Operating Budget Forecast – as at May 31, 2016
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT Report No. CFS16-023 be received for information.
CARRIED
4. IES16-065 – Award of Tender IES 2016-43 – For the Supply of All
Labour, Material, and Equipment Necessary for the
Provision of Janitorial Services
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Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Report No. IES16-065 be received; and
THAT Tender IES 2016-43 – for the supply of all labour, material, and
equipment necessary for the provision of janitorial services for a five (5) year
term be awarded to Royal Building Cleaning Ltd. at the unit prices tendered
not to exceed $2,136,360.00 excluding taxes; and
THAT the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to renew Tender IES 2016-43 for an additional three (3), one-year
periods, pending an annual analysis and satisfactory p erformance review by
the Director; 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.
CARRIED
5. PDS16-049 – Small Cell Technology Pilot Project with Bell Canada
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT Report No. PDS16-049 be received; and
THAT the Director of Planning & Development Services be authorized to
execute facility licensing agreements with Bell, including any and all
documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same; and
THAT a financial reserve be established for the proceeds of revenue from
licensing with Bell, for the purpose of funding economic development
initiatives.
CARRIED
8. PRS16-038 – Facility Sponsorship Program – Canadian Tire
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
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THAT Report No. PRS16-038 be received for information.
CARRIED
9. PRS16-039 – Theatre Aurora Lease Agreement – 150 Henderson Drive
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No. PRS16-039 be received; and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement
between the Town of Aurora and Theatre Aurora for the lease of the
premises at 150 Henderson Drive, including any and all documents and
ancillary agreements required to give effect to same.
CARRIED
11. PRS16-042 – Facility Advertising and Sponsorship Programs
On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consent ed to
consider Item 11 following consideration of Item 13.
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No. PRS16-042 be received; and
THAT a consultant be engaged to assist in the development of an enhanced
business case for expanding the Facility Advertising and Sponsorship
Programs and that this be referred to the 2017 Budget; and
THAT sport organizations be given priority use of the lobby wall areas of the
Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC) over sponsorship.
Amendment No. 1
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the third clause of the main motion be amended by replacing the word
“priority” with the words “strong consideration in relation to”.
CARRIED
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Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No. PRS16-042 be received; and
THAT a consultant be engaged to assist in the development of an enhanced
business case for expanding the Facility Advertising and Sponsorship
Programs and that this be referred to the 2017 Budget; and
THAT sport organizations be given strong consideration in relation to use
of the lobby wall areas of the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC)
over sponsorship.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
12. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2016
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 11, 2016, be
received; and
1. HAC16-006 – Request to Designate under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act, 220 Old Yonge Street, “The Parteger
House”
THAT the House located at 220 Old Yonge Street be designated under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage
value or interest; and
THAT the Town Clerk be authorized to publish and serve Council’s
Notice of Intention to Designate as per requirements of the Act; and
THAT the designation by-law be brought before Council for passing if
no objections were received within the thirty (30) day objection period
as per requirements of the Act; and
THAT the owners of 220 Old Yonge Street be thanked for their support
of the designation of the subject heritage property.
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3. HAC16-007 – Conservation and Watering Practices for Established
“Heritage” Trees
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to the Committee
on the possibility of providing watering options for property owners to
ensure the long-term sustainability of heritage trees.
CARRIED
13. Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 12, 2016, and July
28, 2016
On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consented to
consider Item 13 prior to consideration of Item 2.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 12, 2016,
and July 28, 2016 be received; and
THAT the following Finance Advisory Committee recommendation to Council
be considered under Item 14 – CFS16-026 – Budget Allocation 2017 –
Cultural Partners:
Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 28, 2016
1. CFS16-025 – Budget Allocation 2017 – Cultural Partners
THAT the following 2017 budget funding directions be approved:
(a) THAT the 2017 draft budget funding allocation for the Aurora
Historical Society Board be increased by 2.97%; and
(b) THAT the 2017 draft budget funding allocation for the Aurora
Cultural Centre Board be increased by 2.97%; and
(c) THAT the 2017 draft budget funding allocation for the Aurora
Public Library Board be increased by 2.97%.
CARRIED
10. NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
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(i) Notices of Motion
(a) Councillor Thompson
Re: Governance Review Advisory Committee
WHEREAS the past practice has been for Aurora to appoint a Council
Compensation Review Committee to make recommendations for the
compensation of the next Council; and
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario recently passed Bill 181, Municipal
Elections Modernization Act, which amended the Municipal Elections
Act and which gave municipalities the authority to pass a b y-law to use
ranked ballot voting, beginning in the 2018 municipal elections; and
WHEREAS York Regional Council has initiated a review of its Regional
Governance and will consider a number of issues including: Council
Composition and Direct vs Double Direct Election of Members, either of
which may potentially impact the Town of Aurora Council Structure; and
WHEREAS York Regional Council has set a targeted completion date
for their Regional Governance review of no later than December 15,
2016; and
WHEREAS Council may, as a result of Regional or other Electoral
changes, wish to reconsider the decisions made regarding the
questions that were placed on the ballot of the 2014 Municipal
Elections; and
WHEREAS any substantive changes to the Governance struc ture of
Aurora Town Council would need to be passed by a by -law on or before
December 31, 2017;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a Governance
Review Advisory Committee be established to advise on, but not limited
to, the following:
1. Council Compensation;
2. Ranked Ballots;
3. Aurora Town Council Composition, Structure and/or Governance;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to develop Terms
of Reference for the Governance Review Advisory Committee, including
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proposed qualifications for Committee Members with a preference given
to former members of Council, and an intended target of January 2017
for the commencement of the Committee.
(ii) Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a) Councillor Abel
Re: Town Park Live Concert Screening of The Tragically Hip: A
National Celebration
On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Thompson, Council consented
on a two-thirds vote to waive the requirements of subsection 8.1 of the Procedural By-
law to permit the introduction of Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (a), Mayor
Abel; Re: Town Park Live Concert Screening of The Tragically Hip: A National
Celebration.
On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consented to
consider Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (a) following consideration of Item 11.
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora supports many third-party musical
events, such as the Magna Hoedown Showdown, Aurora Winter Blues
Festival, Aurora Music Festival, and Aurora Gospel Music Festival; and
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora has funded, through grant applications
(Parks and Recreation Services), up to $1,000 to many community
events each year, such as Kerry's Place Appreciation Day and the
Aurora Gospel Music Festival; and
WHEREAS Council has provided one-time funding to other community
events such as the Aurora Jazz Festival 2012 in the amount of $5,000,
and Aurora’s Multicultural Festival 2016 in the amount of $24,400; and
WHEREAS Council has funded, through the Council Operating
Contingency Fund, $1,000 to the Aurora Winter Blues Festival for its
End of Summer Blues Concert in the Park 2015, and $1,000 to the
Aurora Music Festival 2016; and
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WHEREAS the CBC Live Viewing of the concert, The Tragically Hip: A
National Celebration, presents a unique opportunity, that more than 80
municipalities across Canada have undertaken, to provide our residents
with a once-in-a-lifetime, free presentation of an iconic Canadian band
in Town Park on Saturday, August 20, 2016; and
WHEREAS the setup of the event would be the same as that of the
Concerts in the Park series, with the addition of a screen in the Town
Park Bandshell; and
WHEREAS a quote has been secured in the amount of $4,900 for the
provision of a screen, projector, technician, and sound system; and
WHEREAS a quote for $5 million Liability Insurance has been
requested, for which the cost is to be provided by Law Insurance by
Monday, August 8, 2016, and
WHEREAS a third-party, volunteer Community Organizing Committee,
headed up by the Aurora Winter Blues Festival, including the Aurora
Music Festival, and volunteers from the Optimist Club and Magna
Hoedown, has come forward to set up and oversee this event;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of
Aurora endorse the Town Park Live Concert Screening of The
Tragically Hip: A National Celebration as an event of municipal
significance; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council approve funding in the
amount of $5,500 for this event from the Council Operating Contingency
Fund and/or from a source identified by staff; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town further support this event
by way of providing services in-kind (i.e., garbage cans and picnic
benches), as provided for similar events held in Town Park.
Amendment No. 1
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the first operative clause of the main motion be amended by
adding the words “and that the event proceed as a Town-run event”
after the words “event of municipal significance”.
WITHDRAWN
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On a recorded vote the main motion
CARRIED
YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes,
Kim, Mrakas, Thom, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Pirri
11. REGIONAL REPORT
None
12. NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Abel expressed concern regarding the lack of consultation and
communication from Metrolinx in relation to Aurora GO Transit station parking
matters and street signage installed by Metrolinx.
New Business Motion No. 1
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT staff be directed to investigate the intended use of the Our Lady of
Grace Catholic Church parking lot by Metrolinx; and
THAT staff be directed to contact Metrolinx to request that immediate
corrective action be taken regarding the lack of consultation process with the
Town, and address traffic, signage and other Town concerns regarding GO
Transit parking.
CARRIED
Councillor Abel advised that he forwarded concerns to staff regarding a senior
resident who received a $4,000 water bill, and inquired about a follow-up. Staff
advised that the matter is under investigation.
Councillor Abel inquired about the removal of signs from Town property.
Councillor Thompson requested a status update regarding the Traffic Advisory
Committee. Staff indicated that a report is forthcoming.
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Councillor Mrakas inquired about the possibility of installing a sign on Henderson
Drive prohibiting the passage of heavy trucks, in response to concerns raised at
Open Forum.
New Business Motion No. 2
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT staff be directed to install signage prohibiting the use of heavy motor
vehicles on Henderson Drive.
CARRIED
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:
5881-16 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Blocks 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 on Plan
65M-4467 from Part-Lot Control (Country Wide Homes at Aurora Inc.).
5887-16 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Lots 36, 37, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 80, 81,
82, 83, 89, 92, 93, 100, 101 and 102 and Blocks 217, 220, 221, 223,
226, 230 and 231 on Plan 65M-4462 from Part-Lot Control (Arista
Homes (Aurora Trails) Inc.).
5888-16 BEING A BY-LAW to declare as surplus and sell municipal lands (21
and 33 Eric T. Smith Way).
5889-16 BEING A BY-LAW to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 11.
5890-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as
amended (RCG Aurora North Limited Partnership).
5892-16 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint employees of the Ontario Parking
Control Bureau Corp. as Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers in the
Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
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The following confirming by-law was considered following consideration of Closed
Session.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and
enacted:
5891-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from
Council Meeting on August 9, 2016.
CARRIED
14. CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
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
Report No. PDS16-065 – Allaura Boulevard
2. Labour relations or employee negotiations (section 239 (2)(d) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CAO16-006 – CUPE
Negotiations
3. Labour relations or employee negotiations (section 239 (2)(d) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Memorandum from Manager, Human Resources,
Re: Addendum to Closed Session Report No. CAO16-006 – CUPE
Negotiations
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the Council meeting be reconvened into open session to rise and report
from Closed Session.
CARRIED
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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 Report No. PDS16-065 – Allaura Boulevard
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT direction provided by staff in Closed Session Report No. PDS16 -065
be confirmed.
CARRIED
2. Labour relations or employee negotiations (section 239 (2)(d) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CAO16-006 –
CUPE Negotiations; and
3. Labour relations or employee negotiations (section 239 (2)(d) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Memorandum from Manager, Human
Resources, Re: Addendum to Closed Session Report No. CAO16-006 –
CUPE Negotiations
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the Memorandum of Settlement reached between the Town of Aurora
and C.U.P.E. Local 905.01 as outlined in Report No. CAO16-006 be
approved; and
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the new collective
agreement and any ancillary documents necessary to ratify the new
collective agreement between the Town of Aurora and C.U.P.E. Local
905.01.
On a recorded vote the motion
CARRIED
YEAS: 8 NAYS: 0
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim,
Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: None
ABSENT: Councillor Abel
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15. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:06 p.m.
CARRIED
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GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR LISA LYONS, TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 9, 2016, RECEIVED FINAL
APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2016.