MINUTES - Council - 20160927
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes
(departed 9:38 p.m.), Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, and Thompson
Members Absent Councillor Thom
Other Attendees Techa van Leeuwen, Acting Chief Administrative Officer, Mandie
Crawford, Acting Director of Corporate Services, Anca Mihail,
Acting Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services, Dan
Elliott, Director of Financial Services, Al Downey, Director of
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Marco Ramunno,
Director of Planning and Building Services, Stephanie Mackenzie-
Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario,
Town Solicitor, Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk, and Samantha Yew,
Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
Council consented to recess at 9:38 p.m. to resolve into a Closed Session meeting, and
reconvened into open session at 10 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.
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2. Approval of the Agenda
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following additions,
be approved:
• Presentation slides of Delegation (b) Sherri Hall and Brad Heppell, K9 Pest
Management Group Inc.; Re: Item 1(2) Report No. CS16-002 – OSPCA
Contract Renewal
• Delegation (c) Maureen Barclay and Dan Merrill, Ontario SPCA; Re: Item
1(2) – Report No. CS16-002 – OSPCA Contract Renewal
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following item be added to the agenda:
• Delegation (d) David Heard, Resident, Re: Motion for Which Notice Has
Been Given (a) Councillor Kim, Re: Cultural Partners
On a two-thirds vote the amendment
Carried
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following additions,
be approved:
• Presentation slides of Delegation (b) Sherri Hall and Brad Heppell, K9 Pest
Management Group Inc.; Re: Item 1(2) Report No. CS16-002 – OSPCA
Contract Renewal
• Delegation (c) Maureen Barclay and Dan Merrill, Ontario SPCA; Re: Item
1(2) – Report No. CS16-002 – OSPCA Contract Renewal
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• Delegation (d) David Heard, Resident, Re: Motion for Which Notice Has
Been Given (a) Councillor Kim, Re: Cultural Partners
Carried as amended
3. Adoption of the Minutes
Council Meeting Minutes of September 13, 2016
General Committee Closed Session Meeting Minutes of September 20, 2016
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
That the minutes of the Council meeting of September 13, 2016, and the General
Committee Closed Session meeting of September 20, 2016, be adopted as printed
and circulated.
Carried
4. Presentations
(a) Dan Elliott, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer
Re: Item 3 – FS16-027 – 2017 Capital Investment Program and Ten Year
Asset Management Plan Overview
Mr. Elliott gave an overview of the 2017 Capital Budget and the Ten-Year Capital
Investment Plan, as a preface to the upcoming Special General Committee
Capital Budget meetings. He noted that all budget meetings are open to the
public, and that more information can be found on the Town website.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the comments of the presentation be received and referred to Item 3.
Carried
5. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Mrakas advised that York Regional Police are going door-to-door in the
north-east quadrant of the Town to speak to residents regarding the recent break-
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and-enters in the area, and to educate residents on securing their homes. He
noted that more information can be found on his facebook site, and that
information will be available on the Town’s website.
Councillor Gaertner noted that she attended the Activate Aurora opening on
Sunday, September 18, 2016, and that it was a great event.
Councillor Gaertner advised that Club Aurora is holding a Walk Across South
America challenge at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex track, and noted that
Club Aurora member Ralph Jessup walked over 1,000 kilometers during the Walk
Across Canada challenge.
Councillor Thompson noted that he attended the Central York Fire Services open
house event at Fire Station 4-4, near the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex on
Saturday, September 24, 2016. He mentioned that there was a large turnout, and
that an upcoming fire station open house will be held in Newmarket.
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to Magna International Inc. and its
employees on the Magna Hoedown, and noted that it was a successful f undraising
event for charity.
Councillor Humfryes advised that Culture Days will be held at various locations
around Town on Saturday, October 1, 2016, and noted that the Culture Days
passport can be found in the September 22, 2016 edition of The Auroran.
Councillor Humfryes extended thanks to Central York Fire Services, and to the
seventy volunteers that assisted with the fire station open house.
Councillor Kim extended thanks to the Local Enhancement and Appreciation of
Forests (LEAF) organization, which hosted a tree planting event on Saturday,
September 24, 2016, in Machell Park.
Councillor Kim congratulated Northridge Community Church on their grand
opening.
Councillor Kim noted that the Colours of Fall concert will be held on Thursday,
October 6, 2016, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Aurora Town Park.
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Councillor Pirri congratulated Councillor Thom on the birth of his daughter.
Mayor Dawe advised that information regarding proper pool closing procedures
can be found at the Town website or poolcouncil.ca.
Mayor Dawe noted that parking spaces at the Aurora Community Centre parking
lot will be extremely limited due to ongoing improvements.
Mayor Dawe mentioned that there will be a free guest day for Club Aurora
members on Friday, September 30, 2016.
Mayor Dawe encouraged residents to complete the Citizen Budget Survey, which
can be found at at aurora.ca/budget.
Mayor Dawe encouraged residents to complete the online Aurora Cultural Precinct
survey, to provide feedback about what changes residents would like to see in the
Cultural Precinct/Library Square area. He noted that residents may access the
survey at aurora.ca/culturalprecinct.
Mayor Dawe advised that Aurora’s Haunted Forest will be held on Saturday,
October 29, 2016, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sheppard’s Bush and that more
information can be found at aurora.ca/events.
6. Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion
Items 1 (sub-items 2, and 13) were identified as items for discussion.
7. Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion
Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 2, and 13), 2, and 3 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:
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1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 20, 2016
That the General Committee meeting report of September 20, 2016, be
received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee be
approved:
(1) CS16-001 – Microsoft Software Licensing
1. That Report No. CS16-001 be received; and
2. That Staff be authorized to enter into an Enterprise Agreement for
Microsoft Licensing with Large Account Reseller SoftChoice in the
amount of $162,000 per year plus tax for a three (3) year period; and
3. That the Director of Corporate Services be authorized to approve a
subsequent purchase order increase to an amount not to exceed the
approved annual operating budget for licenses.
(3) FS16-028 – Capital Projects Status & Closures as of July 31, 2016
1. That Report No. FS16-028 be received; and
2. That the capital project closures and capital funding adjustments
outlined in Attachments #1 and #2 be approved.
(4) IES16-070 – York Region Transportation Master Plan - Notice of
Completion and Comment Period
1. That Report No. IES16-070 be received for information.
(5) IES16-071 – Award of Tender IES 2016-51- For Electrical Services
1. That Report No. IES16-071 be received; and
2. That Request for Proposal IES 2016-51 – to Perform Electrical
Repairs, Installations and Preventative Maintenance (Including
Inverter Systems) on an as needed basis be awarded to Smith &
Long Ltd. and R. A. Graham Contractors Ltd. at the unit prices
tendered for a five (5) year contract; and
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3. That purchase orders in the combined amount of $250,000,
excluding taxes, be approved in favour of the approved vendors for
the first five (5) years of services; and
4. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to renew Tender IES 2016-51 for an additional two (2),
one (1) year optional years, pending an annual analysis and
satisfactory performance review, for a total contract duration of up to
seven (7) years; and
5. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to approve additional expenditures within the scope of the
contract to an amount up to the approved annual operating budget
for these services over the term of the contract; and
6. 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.
(6) IES16-072 – Award of Tender IES 2016-63 - For Plumbing Services
1. That Report No. IES16-072 be received; and
2. That Request for Proposal IES 2016-63 – for the Supply of Plumbing
Services on an as needed basis be awarded to Rapid Plumbing Inc.
at the unit prices tendered for a three (3) year contract; and
3. That a purchase order in the amount of $203,430, excluding taxes,
be approved in favour of Rapid Plumbing Inc. for the first year of
services; and
4. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to renew Tender IES 2016-63 for an additional two (2),
one (1) year optional years, pending an annual analysis and
satisfactory performance review, for a total contract duration of up to
five (5) years; and
5. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to approve additional expenditures within the scope of the
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contract to an amount up to the approved annual operating budget
for these services over the term of the contract; and
6. 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.
(7) IES16-073 – Library Square/Downtown Traffic Management Plan
1. That Report No. IES16-073 be received for information.
(8) PRCS16-043 – Culture and Recreation Grant Semi-Annual Allocation
for September 2016
1. That Report No. PRCS16-043 be received for information.
(9) PBS16-072 – Planning Applications Status List
1. That Report No. PBS16-072 be received for information.
(10) PBS16-073 – Provincial Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review
1. That Item 10, Report No. PBS16-073 – Provincial Co-ordinated Land
Use Planning Review, be referred back to staff with Council’s
comments for a report back at the General Committee meeting of
October 4, 2016.
(11) PBS16-074 – Required Building By-law Amendments for
Implementation of the Mandatory Sewage System
Maintenance Inspection Program
1. That Report No. PBS16-074 be received; and
2. That amendments to Building By-law No. 5402-12, as amended, to
implement the mandatory sewage system maintenance inspection
program in accordance with the Ontario Building Code, be enacted at
a future Council meeting.
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(12) Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of January 12, January 12
(Closed Session), March 1, April 5, May 10, June 7, and June 7
(Closed Session), 2016
1. That the Joint Council Committee meeting minutes of January 12,
January 12 (Closed Session), March 1, April 5, May 10, June 7, and
June 7 (Closed Session), 2016, be received for information.
(14) IES16-074 – Award of Tender IES 2016-82 for the Speed Cushion
Installation - Request for Partial Award
1. That Report No. IES16-074 be received for information.
(15) Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of September 7, 2016
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
September 7, 2016, be received for information.
(16) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of September 12, 2016
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
September 12, 2016, be received; and
1. HAC16-009 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora
Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage
Value or Interest, 68 Temperance Street
1. That the property located at 68 Temperance Street be
removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural
Heritage Value or Interest; and
2. That future building elevations are subject to approval of
Planning Staff to ensure the proposed new dwelling will
maintain the heritage character of the area.
2. HAC16-010 – Heritage Permit Application, 40 Maple Street,
File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-16-06
1. That the demolition of the existing detached garage be
approved; and
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2. That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-06 be
approved to permit the construction of a 45m2 accessory
structure; and
3. That the dormer on the front elevation of the garage be
removed from the proposed design.
2. Public Report of the General Committee Closed Session Meeting of
September 20, 2016
1. That the Public Report of the General Committee Closed Session meeting
of September 20, 2016, be received and the recommendations carried by
the Committee approved.
3. FS16-027- 2017 Capital Investment Program and Ten Year Asset
Management Plan Overview
1. That Report No. FS16-027 be received; and
2. That the draft 2016 Ten Year Capital Investment Plan and the draft 2017
Capital Budgets be referred to the Special General Committee meeting
scheduled for October 15, 2016.
Carried
8. Delegations
(a) Tyler Barker and Derek Bunn, Residents
Re: Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (c) Councillor Abel, Re:
Portable Fully Accessible Washroom Trailer
On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Thompson, 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 of Tyler Barker and Derek Bunn an additional five (5) minutes.
Mr. Bunn gave an overview of the proposed barrier-free fully accessible
washroom trailer, detailing aspects of the proposal including the design, cost,
storage, and uses of the trailer.
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Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion (c).
Carried
(b) Sherri Hall and Brad Heppell, K9 Pest Management Group Inc.
Re: Item 1(2) – Report No. CS16-002 – OSPCA Contract Renewal
Mr. Heppell gave an overview of the company, and listed the services offered by
K9 Pest Management Group Inc.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1(2).
Carried
(c) Maureen Barclay and Dan Merrill, Ontario SPCA
Re: Item 1(2) – Report No. CS16-002 – OSPCA Contract Renewal
Ms. Barclay provided a summary of the services currently provided to the Town
by the Ontario SPCA.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1(2).
Carried
(d) David Heard, Resident
Re: Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (a) Councillor Kim, Re:
Cultural Partners
Mr. Heard spoke in support of the Motion regarding cultural partners, and
suggested potential cultural partners.
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Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion (a).
Carried
9. Consideration of Items Requiring Separate Discussion
1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 20, 2016
(2) CS16-002 –OSPCA Contract Renewal
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. CS16-002 be received; and
2. That the Town extend the current Animal Control Services agreement
between the Town of Aurora and Ontario Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals (OSPCA) for a period of one (1) year from January 1 to
December 31, 2017, at a cost of $211,530, plus CPI (excluding taxes); and
3. That an increase in the Animal Control Service agreement, to provide
additional patrol services to meet the needs of the growing community, be
considered as part of the 2017 budget process; and
4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the agreement,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements to give effect to
same.
Carried
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1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 20, 2016
(13) IES16-069 – Award of Tender IES 2016-82 for the Speed Cushion
Installation Pilot Project
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. IES16-069 be received; and
2. That Tender IES 2016-82, Capital Project No. 31154 for the Speed
Cushion Installation Pilot Project be awarded to Edgeway Paving Ltd. in
the amount of $126,300.00 excluding taxes; and
3. That additional funding in the amount of $42,000 be provided for the
Capital Project No. 31154, Speed Cushion Installation Pilot Project; and
4. 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.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 6 Nays: 1
Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim,
Mrakas, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
Voting Nays: Councillor Pirri
Absent: Councillors Humfryes and Thom
10. Notices of Motion/Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(i) Notices of Motion
None
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(ii) Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a) Councillor Kim
Re: Cultural Partners
Council consented to vote on the first operative clause separately from the second
and third operative clauses
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Abel
Whereas the Town of Aurora’s Cultural Master Plan acknowledges that
“culture” attracts new and creative talents; boosts tourism, increases
economic activity and quality of life for all; and
Whereas having strong cultural partners often offers a town an identity;
builds and sustains a sense of community cohesion and pride; and
Whereas a unique and memorable cultural experience remains with
people for a very long time; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has many strong cultural partners and they
are all very much valued and appreciated; and
Whereas there are synergies to be identified in sharing and cooperation of
resources; and
Whereas studies have shown that strong municipal support of cultural
partners plays a significant role in allowing cultural partners achieve their
full potential; and
Whereas the Town annually contributes to the operational needs of our
cultural partners; and
Whereas the Town, through the Finance Advisory Committee, is
undergoing a review of how programs and services are being delivered to
residents through all Town departments; and
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Whereas Council identified during the fiscal 2016 budget proceedings the
need for our cultural partners to have predictable and long-term funding
and or support;
Now Therefore It Be Hereby Resolved That “cultural partners” be identified
as any group or organization that is financially supported through direct
funding or exclusive use of Town facilities in the delivery of Cultural
programming; and
The first operative clause of the motion
Carried
Be It Further Resolved That the CAO report to Council with a list of
Cultural Partners and a terms of reference for the a review of existing
delivery models and a review of possible alternative approaches in the
delivery of cultural programs and service to residents; and
Be It Further Resolved That upon acceptance of the terms of reference by
Council, the CAO commence the review and report back to Council with
delivery options and recommendations by the end March 31, 2017.
The second and third operative clauses of the motion
Carried
(b) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Public Notice for Site Plan Applications
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
Whereas the Planning Act does not require neighbourhood notification for
site plan applications submitted under Section 41 of the Planning Act; and
Whereas these kinds of applications have the potential to significantly
affect a neighbourhood; and
Whereas it is respectful to ensure that residents are fully informed of
proposed development;
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Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council direct Planning staff to
formulate a policy that will require the same notification and signage
required for Public Planning development applications; and
Be It Further Resolved That this draft policy be presented at a General
Committee meeting before the end of 2016.
Carried
(c) Councillor Abel
Re: Portable Fully Accessible Washroom Trailer
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas the Town of Aurora hosts many events, including celebrations
and festivals that bring in residents and visitors by the thousands; and
Whereas there are other local community events that do the same; and
Whereas we are an inclusive community, with a statutory Accessibility
Advisory Committee, and a proud community that adopted the Provincial
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), that sets
guidelines to eliminate barriers for those with physical challenges; and
Whereas there is a group of volunteers that are creating awareness for the
need to fund a portable fully accessible washroom trailer, complete with
lifts and change tables, to address every accessible challenge; and
Whereas the idea of this portable fully accessible washroom trailer was
received and endorsed by the York Region Festival Alliance as an
excellent addition for washroom provisions to the dozens of festivals held
each year; and
Whereas the Mayor of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Mayor Justin
Altmann, recently encouraged his invited wedding guests (which was the
whole Town), and pledged all his wedding gifts received in cash to the
sum of $50,000, to fund the $100,000 cost of the trailer; and
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Whereas the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville will store the trailer when it is
not in use, transport the trailer at a nominal cost to festivals and events in
the Region, and provide liability insurance; and
Whereas if each municipality in York Region made a nominal donation of
$5,000, the purchase of the portable fully accessible washroom trailer
could be realized;
Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora donate
$5,000 to the purchase of the portable fully accessible washroom trailer,
funded through the Accessibility Advisory Fund, or from a reserve
identified by staff and/or Council; and
Be It Further Resolved That a letter of this Council resolution be circulated
to York Region and all municipalities in York Region, to be received by
their respective Councils and Accessibility Advisory Committees.
Carried
(d) Councillor Pirri
Re: Municipal Economic Development Services
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas Municipal Economic Development is an activity which can be
undertaken under a variety of models; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has currently adopted a Community Advisory
Committee approach; and
Whereas it is important that the Town of Aurora ensures adherence to best
practices;
Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Chief Administrative
Officer investigate and report back to Council with regard to the best
model to deliver Economic Development Services for the Town of Aurora
moving forward; and
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Be It Further Resolved That this report be brought back in time to be
considered for the 2017 budget.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the following operative clause be added to the main motion:
Be It Further Resolved That a survey be sent to Council, the
Economic Development Advisory Committee, and relevant staff to
gauge the effectiveness and areas of improvement for the current
economic development model.
Carried
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas Municipal Economic Development is an activity which can be
undertaken under a variety of models; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has currently adopted a Community Advisory
Committee approach; and
Whereas it is important that the Town of Aurora ensures adherence to best
practices;
Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Chief Administrative
Officer investigate and report back to Council with regard to the best
model to deliver Economic Development Services for the Town of Aurora
moving forward; and
Be It Further Resolved That a survey be sent to Council, the
Economic Development Advisory Committee, and relevant staff to
gauge the effectiveness and areas of improvement for the current
economic development model; and
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Be It Further Resolved That this report be brought back in time to be
considered for the 2017 budget.
Carried as amended
11. Regional Report
None
12. New Business/General Information
Councillor Mrakas inquired about increasing the frequency of garbage pickup in
the downtown core from bi-weekly to weekly for businesses.
Councillor Mrakas inquired about implementing a permit parking program in the
area of Machell Avenue and Irwin Avenue, and staff noted that a Notice of Motion
would be required. Councillor Thompson mentioned that an agreement had been
made in the past regarding winter parking on Machell Avenue. Councillor
Humfryes suggested that staff reach out to residents onideas for possible
solutions.
Councillor Gaertner requested an update regarding the number of organizations
that have received donations from Council without submitting a cost analysis.
Councillor Abel requested a list of the Parks and Recreation special events held by
the Town in 2016, along with the cost and resources used by each event. Staff
agreed to provide information.
Councillor Pirri noted that the Federation of Canadian Municipalities has released
their report, and indicated that it will be placed on a future meeting agenda.
13. Reading of By-laws
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following by-laws be given first, second, and third readings and enacted:
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5899-16 Being a By-law to amend Parking and Traffic Control By-law Number
4574-04.T, as amended, with respect to Heavy Traffic on various
highways in the Town of Aurora.
5901-16 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as
amended (455 Magna Drive Inc.).
Carried
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and
enacted:
5902-16 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a
Council Meeting on September 27, 2016.
Carried
14. Closed Session
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
That Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matter:
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: Goulding Avenue
Carried
Moved by Councillor Abel
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:
Goulding Avenue
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Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the confidential direction to staff in respect to Goulding Avenue be
confirmed.
Carried
15. Adjournment
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:01 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk
The minutes of the Council meeting of September 27, 2016, recieved final approval by
Council on October 11, 2016.