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MINUTES - Council - 20161122 Town of Aurora Council Meeting Minutes Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Attendance Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Thom, and Thompson Members Absent Councillor Pirri Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Ilmar Simanovskis, 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 7:08 p.m., following Open Forum. 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 Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Thompson Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 2 of 22 That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following changes, be approved: • Delegation (b) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident Re: Item 1(12) PBS16-092 – Draft Plan of Condominium Application, BG Properties (Aurora) Inc., 14222, 14314, 14358 & 14378 Yonge Street, Part Lot 17, Plan 132, Part Lots 74 and 75, Con. 1, Part 1, 65R-35902, File Number: CDM-2016-03, Related File Number: SUB-2012-03, ZBA-2012-16 • By-law Number 5900-16 – Being a By-law to establish a schedule of fees and charges for municipal services, activities and the use of property within the Town of Aurora (Fees and Charges By-law). Carried 3. Adoption of the Minutes Council Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2016 Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thom That the minutes of the Council meeting of November 8, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated. Carried Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2016 Mayor Dawe advised that Raz and Mae Khamissa have been nominated by Council to represent the Town of Aurora as Community Leaders for the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Canada 150 Community Leaders Program. Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Thom That the minutes of the Special Council Closed Session meeting of November 8, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated. Carried Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 3 of 22 4. Presentations (a) Nicole Conboy, Coordinator, Special Events & Sponsorship, and Mayor Geoffrey Dawe Ms. Conboy provided an overview of the Platinum Sponsorship Program, highlighting the events that have taken place in 2016 and the impact the Platinum- level sponsors have on these events. Mayor Dawe presented Aurora Home Hardware, State Farm, and TD Bank with Platinum Sponsorship Awards. Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thom That the presentation be received for information. Carried 5. Public Service Announcements Councillor Thom extended a reminder that the Queen’s York Rangers 2799 Army Cadet Corps will be holding a Spaghetti Night on Saturday, November 26, 2016, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Aurora Legion to raise funds for the 2017 Vimy Bound excursion. Councillor Abel advised that Aurora’s Santa Under the Stars Parade will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2016, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and that more information can be found at aurora.ca/santaparade. Councillor Abel noted that the annual Tree Lighting event will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Aurora Town Hall. Councillor Abel and members of Council congratulated Maunder’s Food Shop on their 25th anniversary and Hurst Bakery on their 30th anniversary. Councillor Abel extended a reminder about the Town’s 2016-2017 Winter Overnight Parking Pilot Program and encouraged residents to stay informed through the Town’s website. Councillor Mrakas extended a reminder that there will be a round table discussion at Town Hall on Thursday, December 1, 2016, at 7 p.m. on the future of Library Square. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 4 of 22 Councillor Kim advised that an Open House regarding the language requirements for signs will be held on Thursday, November 24, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Mayor Dawe advised that there will be temporary road closures on Yonge Street and other affected streets for the Santa Under the Stars Parade on Saturday, November 26, 2016, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the next Budget meeting will be held on Monday, November 28, 2016, at 7 p.m. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Town will be pruning its municipal trees and further information is available on the Town website. Mayor Dawe advised that the Town’s skateboard park, tennis courts and pickle ball courts are closed for the season. Mayor Dawe noted that the Aurora Public Library will be hosting a Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 3, 2016, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Mayor Dawe mentioned that the Sport Aurora Volunteer Recognition Event was held on Sunday, November 20, 2016. Councillor Gaertner noted that she recently attended an open house for Caruso & Company Florists. 6. Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion Items 1(2), 1(4), 1(5), and 2 were identified for discussion. These items were discussed in the following order: 2, 1(4), 1(2), and 1(5). 7. Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 2, 4, and 5) and 2 were identified as items not requiring separate discussion. Moved by Councillor Gaertner 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: Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 5 of 22 1. General Committee Meeting Report of November 15, 2016 That the General Committee meeting report of November 15, 2016, be received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved: (1) Presentation by Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Re: Item 2 – CS16-010 – Draft Procedure By-law and 2017 Meeting Schedule 1. That the presentation regarding Item 2 – CS16-010 – Draft Procedure By-law and 2017 Meeting Schedule be received for information. (3) CAO16-006 – Economic Development Model Review and Comparison 1. That Report No. CAO16-006 be received; and 2. That the Hybrid Model for Economic Development be endorsed; and 3. That staff be directed to bring forward an implementation plan for 2017. (6) IES16-081 – Acceptance of Municipal Services – Chateaus on Bayview – Registered Plan 65M-4292 1. That Report No. IES16-081 be received; and 2. That ownership, operation and maintenance of the works within the roads, right-of-ways and other lands dedicated to the Town as contained within Registered Plan 65M-4292, being Chateaus on Bayview Residential Subdivision, be assumed; and 3. That the necessary by-law be brought forward for enactment to assume for public use the highways within Registered Plan 65M- 4292 and to establish as public highway any applicable reserves. (7) IES16-082 – Water Meter Replacement Program Contract Renewal Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 6 of 22 1. That Report No. IES16-082 be deferred to a future General Committee meeting, pending further information from staff regarding the Water Meter Replacement Program. (8) IES16-084 – Municipal Council Blanket Support Resolution 1. That Report No. IES16-084 be received; and 2. That approval of the following Municipal Blanket Support Resolution, previously approved by Council in 2012, 2013 and 2015, be confirmed for a further 12-month period: Whereas the Province's FIT Program encourages the construction and operation of rooftop solar PV projects (the "Projects"); and Whereas one or more Projects may be constructed and operated in the Town of Aurora; and Whereas, pursuant to the FIT Rules, Version 5.0, Applications whose Projects receive the formal support of Local Municipalities will be awarded Priority Points, which may result in the Applicant being offered a FIT Contract prior to other persons applying for FIT Contract; Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council of the Town of Aurora supports without reservation the construction and operation of the Projects anywhere in the Town of Aurora; and Be It Further Resolved That this resolution shall expire twelve (12) months after its adoption by Council. 3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the new FIT form attached to this Report. (9) IES16-085 – Award of Tender No. IES 2016-65 for Fire Monitoring and Suppression Services 1. That Report No. IES16-085 be received; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 7 of 22 2. That Request for Proposal IES 2016-65 – for the Supply of Fire Monitoring and Suppression Services on an as needed basis be awarded to Classic Fire Protection Inc. at the unit prices tendered for a five (5) year contract; and 3. That a purchase order in the amount of $350,000, excluding taxes, be approved in favour of Classic Fire Protection Inc. for the five (5) years of services; and 4. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be authorized to renew RFP IES 2016-65 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. (10) IES16-086 – Award of Contract for Consulting Services to Prepare a Town-wide Stream Management Master Plan for the Town of Aurora 1. That Report No. IES16-086 be received; and 2. That the Contract for the provision of consulting services to prepare a Town Wide Stream Management Master Plan for the Town of Aurora be awarded to Aquafor Beech Limited for $105,230, excluding taxes; and 3. That additional funding for Capital Project No. 42057 in the amount of $17,790 be approved from the Storm Sewer reserve fund; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 8 of 22 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. (11) IES16-087 – By-law to Establish 0.3m Reserve as Public Highway 1. That Report No. IES16-087 be received; and 2. That a by-law to establish 0.3m reserves on Plans 65M-4075 and 65M-4082 as public highways be enacted. (12) PBS16-092 – Draft Plan of Condominium Application, BG Properties (Aurora) Inc., 14222, 14314, 14358 and 14378 Yonge Street, Part Lot 17, Plan 132, Part Lots 74 and 75, Con. 1, Part 1, 65R-35902, File Number: CDM-2016-03, Related File Number: SUB-2012-03, ZBA-2012-16 1. That Report No. PBS16-092 be received; and 2. That the Draft Plan of Condominium File No. CDM-2016-03 (BG Properties (Aurora) Inc. to permit the development of the subject lands for 42 single detached dwelling units on the subject lands be approved; and 3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute any Agreement(s) referenced in the Conditions of Approval, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. (13) PBS16-095 – Public Notification of Site Plan Applications 1. That Report No. PBS16-095 be received; and 2. That the requirement for Public Notification Signage for Site Plan Applications submitted under Section 41 of the Planning Act as outlined in the staff report be approved. (14) Correspondence from Association of Municipalities of Ontario Re: What’s Next Ontario? Resolution Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 9 of 22 1. That the Correspondence from Association of Municipalities of Ontario regarding What’s Next Ontario? Resolution be received; and 2. That the following What’s Next Ontario? Resolution as put forward by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario be endorsed, as amended: Whereas recent polling, conducted on behalf of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario indicates 76% of Ontarians are concerned or somewhat concerned property taxes will not cover the cost of infrastructure while maintaining municipal services, and 90% agree maintaining safe infrastructure is an important priority for their communities; and Whereas infrastructure and transit are identified by Ontarians as the biggest problems facing their municipal government; and Whereas a ten-year projection (2016-2025) of municipal expenditures against inflationary property tax and user fee increases, shows there to be an unfunded average annual need of $3.6 billion to fix local infrastructure and provide for municipal operating needs; and Whereas the $3.6 billion average annual need would equate to annual increases of 4.6% (including inflation) to province-wide property tax revenue for the next ten years; and Whereas this gap calculation also presumes all existing and multi- year planned federal and provincial transfers to municipal governments are fulfilled; and Whereas if future federal and provincial transfers are unfulfilled beyond 2015 levels, it would require annual province-wide property tax revenue increases of up to 8.35% for ten years; and Whereas Ontarians already pay the highest property taxes in the country; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 10 of 22 Whereas each municipal government in Ontario faces unique issues, the fiscal health and needs are a challenge which unites all municipal governments, regardless of size; Now Therefore It Be Hereby Resolved that the Town of Aurora Council supports the Association of Municipalities of Ontario in its work to close the fiscal gap; so that all municipalities can benefit from predictable and sustainable revenue, to finance the pressing infrastructure and municipal service needs faced by all municipal governments. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, Mr. Patrick Brown, Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party, Ms. Andrea Horwath, Leader of the New Democratic Party, and all Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) in the Province of Ontario. Carried 8. Delegations (a) Sandra Manherz, Resident Re: Item 2 – Extract from Council Meeting of October 25, 2016, Re: Motion (a) Councillor Abel; Re: Construction of Planned Secondary School in Official Plan Ms. Manherz spoke in support of the proposed secondary school. Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Mrakas That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 2. Carried (b) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident Re: Item 1(12) PBS16-092 – Draft Plan of Condominium Application, BG Properties (Aurora) Inc., 14222, 14314, 14358 & 14378 Yonge Street, Part Lot 17, Plan 132, Part Lots 74 and 75, Con. 1, Part 1, 65R-35902, File Number: CDM-2016-03, Related File Number: SUB-2012-03, ZBA-2012-16 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 11 of 22 Mr. Wehrenberg spoke in support of re-establishing the cattle crawl that is currently blocked in the subject area, and urged the Town to maintain a dialogue with Metrolinx regarding trails when considering Phase 2 of the development. Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Thom That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1(12). Carried 9. Consideration of Items Requiring Separate Discussion 1. General Committee Meeting Report of November 15, 2016 (2) CS16-010 – Draft Procedure By-law and 2017 Meeting Schedule Main motion Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes 1. That Report No. CS16-010 be received; and 2. That the start time of Council Closed Session meetings, as outlined in Section 19 e) iii) of the Draft Procedure By-law, be changed to 5:45 p.m.; and 3. That the final draft Procedure By-law, incorporating Council feedback, be presented at the Council meeting of November 22, 2016, for enactment effective on January 1, 2017. The first, second and third clauses of the main motion Carried 4. That the 2017 Meeting Schedule (Attachment 4) be approved; and 5. That the two (2) full-day capital and operating budget meetings alternate between Monday and Saturday, beginning in 2018. The fourth and fifth clauses of the main motion were Defeated Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 12 of 22 Amendment Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Gaertner That the following operative clauses be added as the fourth and fifth operative clauses to the main motion: 4. That the 2017 Meeting Schedule (Attachment 4) be approved; and 5. That the two (2) full-day capital and operating budget meetings be held on Saturdays. Carried Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes 1. That Report No. CS16-010 be received; and 2. That the start time of Council Closed Session meetings, as outlined in Section 19 e) iii) of the Draft Procedure By-law, be changed to 5:45 p.m.; and 3. That the final draft Procedure By-law, incorporating Council feedback, be presented at the Council meeting of November 22, 2016, for enactment effective on January 1, 2017; and 4. That the 2017 Meeting Schedule (Attachment 4) be approved; and 5. That the two (2) full-day capital and operating budget meetings be held on Saturdays. Carried as amended 1. General Committee Meeting Report of November 15, 2016 (4) IES16-083 – Pilot Project for Left Turn Restrictions at Yonge Street and Wellington Street Intersection Follow-up Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 13 of 22 On a motion of Councillor Mrakas seconded by Councillor Thompson, Council consented to consider Item 1(4) following consideration of Item 2. Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Pirri 1. That Report No. IES16-083 be received; and 2. That staff report back to Council following the completion of the pilot project for left turn restrictions at the intersection of Yonge Street and Wellington Street. Carried 1. General Committee Meeting Report of November 15, 2016 (5) CS16-012 – Proclamation Policy Main motion Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Mrakas 1. That Report No. CS16-012 be received; and 2. That the “Proclamation Policy” attached to Report No. CS16-012 be approved; and 3. That authority for approving or denying requests for proclamation be delegated to the Town Clerk. Amendment Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Gaertner That the main motion be amended by adding the following operative clauses: That Section 5.3 of the Proclamation Policy be amended to include: “Awareness or celebration that promotes interfaith and/or intercultural dialogue”; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 14 of 22 That Section 5.4 (c) of the Proclamation Policy be replaced by: “Religious organizations whose intent it is to claim a recognition, or imposition of religious doctrine and/or particular portions of religious doctrine”. Carried Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Mrakas 1. That Report No. CS16-012 be received; and 2. That the “Proclamation Policy” attached to Report No. CS16-012 be approved; and 3. That Section 5.3 of the Proclamation Policy be amended to include: “Awareness or celebration that promotes interfaith and/or intercultural dialogue”; and 4. That Section 5.4 (c) of the Proclamation Policy be replaced by: “Religious organizations whose intent it is to claim a recognition, or imposition of religious doctrine and/or particular portions of religious doctrine”; and 5. That authority for approving or denying requests for proclamation be delegated to the Town Clerk. Carried as amended 2. Extract from Council Meeting of October 25, 2016 Re: Motion (a) Councillor Abel; Re: Construction of Planned Secondary School in Official Plan On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Humfryes, Council consented to consider Item 2 prior to consideration of Item 1(2). Main motion Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Mrakas Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 15 of 22 1. That the Extract from Council Meeting of October 25, 2016, regarding Motion (a) Councillor Abel; Re: Construction of Planned Secondary School in Official Plan, be received; and 2. That Council supports the Official Plan and the construction of the planned York Region District School Board (YRDSB) Secondary School, on the property purchased by the YRDSB, to serve the needs of the catchment area; and 3. That a copy of the Council resolution be forwarded to the Ministry of Education, MPP Chris Ballard, and York Region. Amendment Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes On a motion of Councillor Kim seconded by Councillor Humfryes, Council considered, by two-thirds vote, to allow Delegate (a) Sandra Manherz to speak to the amendment to the main motion. That the main motion be amended by amending the second operative clause as follows: That Council supports the Official Plan and, in principle, the construction of a third York Region District School Board (YRDSB) Secondary School in Aurora, on the property purchased by the YRDSB, to serve the needs of the catchment area; and On a recorded vote the amendment to the main motion was Defeated Yeas: 3 Nays: 5 Voting Yeas: Councillors Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe Voting Nays: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, and Mrakas Absent: Councillor Pirri Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 16 of 22 On a recorded vote the main motion Carried Yeas: 8 Nays: 0 Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe Voting Nays: None Absent: Councillor Pirri 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 Mrakas Re: Buy and Sell Designated Areas Main motion Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Whereas many residents in the Town of Aurora and York Region utilize online classified ads to purchase and sell products; and Whereas there is always a risk when meeting a stranger in person; and Whereas designated exchange areas in police stations, such as a couple of parking spots, would help residents safely conduct these transactions; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That The Town of Aurora request that the York Regional Police Services Board review the possibility of designating areas in police stations or Headquarters for residents to meet buyers and sellers of online classified ads. Amendment Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 17 of 22 That the main motion be amended by adding the following operative clause: Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to all York Region municipalities for endorsement. Carried Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Whereas many residents in the Town of Aurora and York Region utilize online classified ads to purchase and sell products; and Whereas there is always a risk when meeting a stranger in person; and Whereas designated exchange areas in police stations, such as a couple of parking spots, would help residents safely conduct these transactions; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That The Town of Aurora request that the York Regional Police Services Board review the possibility of designating areas in police stations or Headquarters for residents to meet buyers and sellers of online classified ads; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to all York Region municipalities for endorsement. Carried as amended (b) Councillor Mrakas and Councillor Humfryes Re: Cycling Master Plan Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Whereas the bicycle is a viable and affordable mode of transportation that is not only environmentally sound but supportive of active healthy lifestyles; and Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 18 of 22 Whereas a Cycling Master Plan will create and improve opportunities throughout the Town of Aurora for active recreation and active transportation for all residents and visitors; and Whereas the development of active transportation infrastructure, policies and promotion strategies are also supported at the federal, provincial, regional and municipal levels of government; and Whereas the purpose of a Cycling Master Plan is to guide the development of a long-term, comprehensive, Town-wide, on- and off-road commuter and recreational bicycling network; and Whereas the creation of a Cycling Master Plan would help support the Town of Aurora’s pursuit in becoming Canada’s most active municipality; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff work with the Trails and Active Transportation Committee in developing a strategy to create a Cycling Master Plan that will ultimately be incorporated into the Town’s Official Plan. Carried (c) Councillor Gaertner Re: Proposed Community Safety Zone in Town Park Area Main motion Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Whereas the area around the Town Park is home to many families with small children; Whereas Town Park is used by these children, as well as those from the larger Aurora community; Whereas concern has been repeatedly expressed about excessive speeding of traffic during the GO Train hours of operation; Whereas it is appropriate that Council address this concern as soon as possible; Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 19 of 22 1. Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Town declare this a Community Safety Zone; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That Council ask York Regional Police for their help with measures to control speeding near the Town Park area; and 3. Be It Further Resolved That, when the provincial government gives municipalities the authority to set up photo radar cameras, staff be directed to them in the Town Park area. Amendment Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Humfryes That the third operative clause of the main motion be replaced by the following clause: Be It Further Resolved That when the provincial government gives municipalities the authority to set up photo radar cameras, staff be directed to report back regarding the implementation of photo radar cameras in all community safety zones. Carried Main motion as amended Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Whereas the area around the Town Park is home to many families with small children; Whereas Town Park is used by these children, as well as those from the larger Aurora community; Whereas concern has been repeatedly expressed about excessive speeding of traffic during the GO Train hours of operation; Whereas it is appropriate that Council address this concern as soon as possible; Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 20 of 22 1. Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the Town declare this a Community Safety Zone; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That Council ask York Regional Police for their help with measures to control speeding near the Town Park area; and 3. Be It Further Resolved That when the provincial government gives municipalities the authority to set up photo radar cameras, staff be directed to report back regarding the implementation of photo radar cameras in all community safety zones. Carried 11. Regional Report None 12. New Business/General Information Councillor Abel inquired about the outcomes of a summit hosted by the Office of the Premier of Ontario that included discussion regarding the Ontario Municipal Board, and a recent summit regarding the provincial Growth Plan. Mayor Dawe indicated that comments will be shared out of the Office of the Premier. Councillor Thompson inquired about the outcome of York Regional Council’s discussion regarding proposed provincial legislation that would allow for the election of a Regional Chair. Mayor Dawe advised that this item was deferred by Regional Council until January 2017, as the proposed bill is currently tabled. Councillor Gaertner inquired about the status of the second phase of development in regards to Item 1(12). Staff advised that the trail corridor in the area was secured on approval of the subdivision plan, and that discussions are ongoing with Metrolinx regarding the Town’s trail system. Councillor Mrakas expressed concern regarding the texture of the road surface on Wellington Street East, which was recently repaired by the Region. Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 21 of 22 13. Reading of By-laws Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner That the following by-laws be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5914-16 Being a By-law to establish lands on Plan 65M-4075 and Plan 65M-4082 as highways (St. John’s Road Development Corp. – Phases 2 and 3). 5920-16 Being a By-law to govern the proceedings of Council and Committee meetings of the Town of Aurora. 5922-16 Being a By-law to establish a tariff of fees for the processing of applications made in respect of planning matters. 5923-16 Being a By-law to appoint a Chief Building Official and an Acting Chief Building Official for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. 5924-16 Being a By-law to assume highways on Plan 65M-4292 for public use (2164437 Ontario Inc.). 5926-16 Being a By-law to amend Parking and Traffic Control By-law Number 4574-04.T, as amended, with respect to Restricted Parking Maximum Periods on various highways in the Town of Aurora. Carried Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thom That the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5925-16 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on November 22, 2016. Carried 14. Closed Session None Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Page 22 of 22 15. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Mrakas That the meeting be adjourned at 9:26 p.m. Carried _________________________________ _________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk The minutes of the Council meeting of November 22, 2016, are subject to final approval by Council on December 13, 2016.