MINUTES - Council - 20171212
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes,
Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, and Thompson
Members Absent Councillor Thom
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van
Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Dan Elliott, Director of
Financial Services, Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and
Development Services, Al Downey, Director of Parks, Recreation
and Cultural Services, Lisa Warth, Acting Director of Community
Services, Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate
Communications, Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor, Michael de
Rond, Town Clerk, and Linda Bottos, Council/Committee
Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 9:04 p.m. and reconvened at 9:13 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Gaertner, Council
consented to extend the hour past 10:30 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Kim, Council consented on a
two-thirds vote to extend the hour to 11:15 p.m.
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1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Service be approved.
Carried
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
3. Presentations
None
4. Delegations
(a) Tyler Barker, Chair of Accessibility Advisory Committee
Re: Item C6 – Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
November 8, 2017; and Item C1(R1) PBS17-096 – Preferred Design
for Library Square
Mr. Barker expressed appreciation to the developer, MBH Aurora Lodging GP
Ltd., for its inclusion of accessible amenities and consideration of comments
and suggestions from the Accessibility Advisory Committee regarding the hotel
development at the northeast corner of Goulding Avenue and Eric T. Smith
Way. Mr. Barker also requested that the Accessibility Advisory Committee
have the opportunity to provide input regarding the design of Library Square.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Abel
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item C6 and Item
C1(R1).
Carried
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(b) Suzanne Haines, Executive Director, Aurora Cultural Centre
Re: Item C1(R1) PBS17-096 – Preferred Design for Library Square
Ms. Haines, on behalf of the Aurora Cultural Centre Board, provided an
overview of the Centre’s involvement in the consultative process with The
Planning Partnership, and expressed support for the preferred Concept 2, the
lowered square option.
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item C1(R1).
Carried
5. Consent Agenda
Council consented to consider Item C1 (sub-items R1 and R14) under Section 6,
Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) as Items R7 and R8,
respectively.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following Consent Agenda items—C1 (with the exception of sub-items R1
and R14) to C10 inclusive—be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of December 5, 2017
1. That the General Committee meeting report of December 5, 2017, be
received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee
approved:
(C2) PRCS17-044 – Award of Tender 2017-99-PRCS Construction of
Multi-Purpose Synthetic Turf Sports Field at
Sheppard’s Bush Park
1. That Report No. PRCS17-044 be received; and
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2. That Tender 2017-99-PRCS Construction of Multi-Purpose
Synthetic Turf Sports Field at Sheppard’s Bush Park be awarded
to TDI International Ag Inc. dba Eco Blue Systems in the amount
of $1,189,730.13, excluding taxes; and
3. 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.
(C3) PBS17-088 – Request for Street Name Approval, Ballymore
Building (South Aurora) Corporation, 14452 Yonge
Street, Part Lot 75, Concession 1, Related File
Numbers: ZBA-2016-09, SUB-2016-02, CDM-2016-04
1. That Report No. PBS17-088 be received; and
2. That Street “A” within approved Plan of Subdivision SUB-2016-02
be named Black Walnut Court:
Street “A” Black Walnut Court
(R2) FS17-047 – 2017 Year End Surplus/Deficit Financial Control
By-law
1. That Report No. FS17-047 be received; and
2. That a by-law be adopted to authorize the Treasurer and the Chief
Administrative Officer to make necessary year-end financial
adjustments and to allocate any 2017 Operating Fund surplus or
deficit as set out in Report No. FS17-047; and
3. That the provisions of the by-law also authorize the Treasurer and
the Chief Administrative Officer to allocate any 2017 surplus or
alternatively fund any deficit in the Water, Wastewater, or
Stormwater budgets to or from the appropriate related reserve
accounts; and
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4. That the adjustments authorized herein are to occur with an
effective date of December 31, 2017, and which may be
determined prior to or after December 31, 2017; and
5. That the Treasurer and Chief Administrative Officer report to
Council through General Committee after the year-end
surplus/deficit control adjustments and allocations have been
completed.
(R3) FS17-051 – Creation of Additional Reserve Funds
1. That Report No. FS17-051 be received; and
2. That By-law No. 5553-13 be amended to add the Economic
Development reserve fund and the Winter Control reserve fund as
set out in Attachments #1 and #2 respectively; and
3. That the new Economic Development reserve fund be initially
funded by the transfer and closure of the unspent balances in
Capital Project #81015: Community Improvement Plan; and
4. That the necessary by-law be presented at a future meeting for
adoption.
(R4) FS17-057 – Annual Cancellation, Reduction or Refund of
Property Taxes Under Sections 357 and 358 of the
Municipal Act
1. That Report No. FS17-057 be received; and
2. That a meeting be held in accordance with Sections 357 and 358
of the Municipal Act, 2001 as amended (the Act) in respect of the
applications filed with the Treasurer by owners of property listed in
this report at which applicants may make representation; and
3. That total property taxes in the amount of $1,687.93 due from the
property owners be adjusted pursuant to Section 357 of the Act;
and
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4. That total property taxes in the amount of $1,742.27 due to the
property owners be adjusted pursuant to Section 358 of the Act;
and
5. That any associated interest charged applicable to these
adjustments be cancelled in proportion to the total property taxes
adjusted; and
6. That the Director of Financial Services – Treasurer be directed to
remove said property taxes from the collector’s roll reflecting these
property tax adjustments.
(R5) FS17-058 – 2018 Interim Property Tax Levy
1. That Report No. FS17-058 be received; and
2. That a by-law be adopted to authorize the levying of 2018 Interim
Property Taxes on all rateable properties and to establish
installment due dates.
(R6) IES17-043 – Purchase Order Increase for CIMCO
1. That Report No. IES17-043 be received; and
2. That Purchase Order No. 1149 to CIMCO Refrigeration Division
Toromont Industries Ltd. be increased by $60,000 from the
amount of $90,000 to $150,000, excluding taxes, for the one-year
term of 2017.
(R7) IES17-045 – Award of RFP IES2017-125 – Maintenance and
Emergency Response to Sanitary Lift and Water
Boost Stations
1. That Report No. IES17-045 be received; and
2. That Request for Proposal IES2017-125 – Maintenance and
Emergency Response to Sanitary Lift and Water Booster Stations
be awarded to 709125 Ontario Limited o/a Pump System
Interfacing for five (5) years at the unit prices tendered, including
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the option to renew for an additional two, one-year periods based
on satisfactory performance of the Contractor; and
3. That the Director of the Water/Sewer Division be authorized to
obtain a Purchase Order not to exceed a total of $1,200,945.64,
for the five (5) years of the contract, excluding taxes, to be
assigned to 709125 Ontario Limited o/a Pump System Interfacing
at the discretion of the Director; 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.
(R8) IES17-046 – Purchase Order Increase for HVAC Services
1. That Report No. IES17-046 be received; and
2. That the Contract for Carmichael Engineering Ltd, and Dunlis
Mechanical Services as established through RFP IES 2015-35 be
extended to the 2018 option year; and
3. That Purchase Order No. 713 in favour of Carmichael Engineering
Ltd. be increased by $117,000 from the amount of $321,975 to
$438,975, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2018; and
4. That the Director of the Facilities Division be authorized to execute
future year extensions of their Agreement subject to satisfactory
performance; and
5. That Purchase Order No. 714 in favour of Dunlis Mechanical
Services be increased by $151,000 from the amount of $404,769
to $555,769, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2018.
(R9) IES17-047 – Purchase Order Increase for Supply and Delivery of
Waterworks and Sewer Materials
1. That Report No. IES17-047 be received; and
2. That the Contract for Wolesley Canada Inc. as established through
RFQ IES 2016-12 be extended to the 2018 option year; and
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3. That Purchase Order No. 745 in favour of Wolesley Canada Inc.
be increased by $50,000 from the amount of $106,546 to
$156,546, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2018.
(R10) IES17-048 – Award of RFP IES2017-116 – Emergency Sewer and
Watermain Repairs
1. That Report No. IES17-048 be received; and
2. That Request for Proposal IES2017-116 – Emergency Repairs to
the Town of Aurora Water Distribution and Sewer Systems be
awarded to A. Donofrio Construction Ltd. and V. M. DiMonte
Construction Ltd., for a (5) five-year period at the unit prices
tendered including the option to renew for an additional two (2),
one (1) year periods based on satisfactory performance of the
Contractor; and
3. That the Director responsible for Water/Wastewater Division be
authorized to obtain a Purchase Order not to exceed a total of
$300,000, for each year of the five (5) year contract, excluding
taxes, to be assigned to A. Donofrio Construction Ltd, and V. M.
DiMonte Construction Ltd. at the discretion of the Director subject
to satisfactory performance; 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.
(R11) PRCS17-042 – Sheppard’s Bush Property Use and Maintenance
Agreement
1. That Report No. PRCS17-042 be received; and
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
Agreement between the Town of Aurora and the Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority for the use and maintenance of the
Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area, including any and all
documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to
same.
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(R12) PRCS17-043 – Facility Sponsorship Program – BionX
International Corporation
1. That Report No. PRCS17-043 be received; and
2. That the Director responsible for the Business Support Division be
authorized to execute the Agreement between the Town of Aurora
and BionX International Corporation for the Facility Sponsorship of
the Spin Cycle Room at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
(R13) PRCS17-046 – Arboretum Community Partnership Agreement
1. That Report No. PRCS17-046 be received; and
2. That the updated Arboretum Master Plan, as presented on May
31, 2017, be approved; and
3. That the Director of the Parks Division be authorized to enter into
a new Community Partnership Agreement between the Town of
Aurora and the Aurora Community Arboretum for a ten-year period
commencing January 1, 2018, including any and all documents
and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same.
(R15) FS17-060 – Final 2018 Operating Budget Adjustments
1. That Report No. FS17-060 be received; and
2. That the adjustments proposed for the 2018 Operating Budget be
approved; and
3. That the Treasurer bring forward a final budget approval report
reflecting all adjustments recommended by the Committee directly
to Council on December 12, 2017.
(R16) IES17-044 – Update on the Regional Road Projects in Aurora
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1. That Report No. IES17-044 – Update on the Regional Road
Projects in Aurora be deferred to the General Committee meeting
in January 2018.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of November 28, 2017
1. That the Council meeting minutes of November 28, 2017, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session Minutes of November 14, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of November 14, 2017, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of November 14, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of November 14, 2017,
be adopted as printed and circulated.
C5. Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of November 22, 2017
1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of November 22,
2017, be adopted as printed and circulated.
C6. Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of November 8, 2017
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of November
8, 2017, be received for information.
C7. Budget Committee Meeting Minutes of November 18, 2017
1. That the Budget Committee meeting minutes of November 18, 2017, be
received for information.
C8. Budget Committee Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2017
1. That the Budget Committee meeting minutes of November 20, 2017, be
received for information.
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C9. Budget Committee Meeting Minutes of November 27, 2017
1. That the Budget Committee meeting minutes of November 27, 2017, be
received for information.
C10. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting
Highlights of November 24, 2017
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Board Meeting Highlights of November 24, 2017 be received for
information.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
Council consented to consider items in the following order: R8 (formerly C1(R14)), R4
and R7 (formerly C1(R1)) together, R1, R2, R3, and R5 and R6 together.
R1. CS17-039 – Approval of 2018 Meeting Schedule
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report No. CS17-039 be received; and
2. That the 2018 Meeting Schedule (Attachment No. 1) be approved.
Carried
R2. FS17-050 – 2018 Operating Budget Final Approval
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. FS17-050 be received; and
2. That the 2018 Operating Budget summarized in Attachment #1 which
reflects all revisions recommended for approval by the Budget
Committee, resulting in a total expenditure plan of $64,095,000 and a
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total tax levy of $44,453,300, resulting in an estimated 3.1% increase on
the Aurora share of property tax bills, and a 2.3% residential tax bill
increase when combined with the regional and education shares of the
tax bill, be approved; and
3. That the Town’s full-time staff complement be increased by three (3) to
224 staff (excluding Library Board and Central York Fire Services) as
presented in Attachment #2 and funded in the 2018 Operating Budget;
and
4. That the necessary by-law be enacted at a future Council Meeting to set
the final billing 2018 tax rates and payment dates.
Carried
R3. FS17-061 – Interim Operating Budget Forecast – as at October 31, 2017
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. FS17-061 be received for information.
Carried
R4. PBS17-100 – Preferred Design for Library Square – Additional
Information
On a motion by Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Pirri, Council consented
to consider Item R4, together with Item R7 (formerly Item C1(R1)), following
consideration of Item R8.
David Leinster, Partner of The Planning Partnership, provided a summary
and two sub-options to the Concept 2, lowered square option, which was
presented at General Committee on December 5, 2017. He presented an
overview of the options in Refinement A and Refinement B to address the
concerns regarding parking, including accessible parking and short-term
parking, loading and delivery, vehicular access and traffic direction, and
pedestrian spaces.
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Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the presentation be received and referred to Item R4.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. PBS17-096 and Report No. PBS17-100 be received;
and
2. That Council endorse Option 2, the lowered square option as the
preferred option for the Library Square design; and
3. That staff be directed to proceed with the detailed design for the
development of Library Square.
Carried
R5. IES17-037 – Award of Request for Proposal 2017-81-IES – For
Consulting Services to Develop the Town of Aurora’s
Community Energy Plan
Council consented to consider Item R5 together with Item R6.
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. IES17-037 and Report No. IES17-041 be received for
information.
Carried
R6. IES17-041 – Additional Information to Report No. IES17-037 – Award of
Request for Proposal 2017-81-IES – For Consulting
Services to Develop the Town of Aurora’s Community
Energy Plan
Council consented to consider Item R6 together with Item R5.
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R7. PBS17-096 – Preferred Design for Library Square
(Formerly Item C1(R1))
Council consented to consider Item R7 together with Item R4.
R8. PBS17-099 – Post-Secondary Partnership – Niagara College
(Formerly Item C1(R14))
Council consented to consider Item R8 prior to consideration of Item R1.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report No. PBS17-099 be received for information.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 1
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim,
Mrakas, Pirri, Thompson and Mayor
Dawe
Voting Nays: Councillor Abel
Absent: Councillor Thom
7. Notices of Motion
None
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Abel
Re: Affordable Housing Plan
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas the province has legislated the Affordable Housing Act 2016, an Act
that allows for a Strategy to meet demands for affordable units; and
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Whereas the Act does provide the framework, however there is further
direction required from municipalities in order to meet the demand in
affordable rental stock; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has approved Secondary Suites; and
Whereas the Act, works best where there is urban growth; and
Whereas, the York Region Local Municipal Housing Working Group has been
exploring options to address housing supply and affordability issues and to
develop an affordable ownership and rental housing incentives framework; and
Whereas the Ministry of Municipal Affairs with the Ministry of Housing have
signalled they will include Inclusionary Zoning, which is a discretionary tool for
Municipalities to employ, to require private-market development to include
below-market-rate rental and/or ownership housing; and
Whereas planning and thinking before funding programs become available is a
sound strategic investment of resources, and creates clarity and certainty for
Municipalities; and
Whereas Rental Stock allows for all ranges of incomes aging in a familiar
community and revenue opportunities;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff report back with
municipal guidelines for affordable housing, for our Official Plan policies
and Zoning By-laws; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the report refer to and incorporate guidelines,
funding and policies from the three (3) upper tier governments, being the
Region, Provincial and Federal governments.
Carried
(b) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Interim Control By-law – Stable Neighbourhoods
On a motion by Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consented to
consider Motion (b) following consideration of Item R4.
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Main motion
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
Whereas the Town has experienced a significant amount of pressure for infill
residential development that has resulted in intensification through the
construction of additions, conversion of existing floor area and the demolition
of existing buildings for the construction of larger, more intense forms of
development; and
Whereas staff are conducting a study of the Town's existing zoning policies
and regulations regarding infill housing and intensification in stable
neighbourhoods; and
Whereas protecting the integrity of “Stable Neighbourhoods” is of the upmost
importance to our residents; and
Whereas Section 38 of the Planning Act allows municipalities to pass an
Interim Control By-law (ICBL), to be in effect for a period not exceeding one
year, prohibiting the use of land, buildings or structures for specific purposes in
a defined area;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff propose an Interim
Control By-law aimed at restricting development or alterations for a period
not to exceed one year from the date of the passing of the by-law, which
should define a specific area that includes areas within the existing “Stable
Neighbourhoods” that contain older housing stock that contains
predominantly single-storey dwellings, with the purpose of restricting new
residential dwellings or additions to an existing residential dwelling that
exceeds the current development standards of the existing residential
zones; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back to General Committee in the
January 2018 meeting cycle with a draft Interim Control By-law for
Council’s consideration and enactment.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Kim
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That the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
“Be It Further Resolved That, for clarity, no portion of the former
Highland Gate Golf Club lands be subject to the proposed Interim
Control By-law.”
Carried
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff propose an Interim
Control By-law aimed at restricting development or alterations for a period
not to exceed one year from the date of the passing of the by-law, which
should define a specific area that includes areas within the existing “Stable
Neighbourhoods” that contain older housing stock that contains
predominantly single-storey dwellings, with the purpose of restricting new
residential dwellings or additions to an existing residential dwelling that
exceeds the current development standards of the existing residential
zones; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That, for clarity, no portion of the former
Highland Gate Golf Club lands be subject to the proposed Interim
Control By-law; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back to General Committee in the
January 2018 meeting cycle with a draft Interim Control By-law for
Council’s consideration and enactment.
Carried as amended
9. Regional Report
None
10. New Business
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the Joint Operations Centre (JOC) audit
results, and staff agreed to obtain an update.
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Councillor Gaertner expressed concerns regarding boulevard trees on Lensmith
Drive and Cady Court, which are sitting higher than the grass level and resulting in
various resident efforts to prevent water runoff. Staff agreed to investigate this
matter.
Councillor Humfryes expressed concerns regarding York Region’s recent decision
to implement a by-law, which allows businesses to stay open on statutory holidays,
and inquired about whether there was an opportunity for reconsideration and
public consultation. Councillor Gaertner inquired about the Regional process. The
Mayor agreed to raise this matter at the Region and provide further information to
Council.
Councillor Kim inquired about the turf and fencing at Mavrinac Park, and staff
advised that the fence will be removed once the turf area has become firm.
11. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Abel extended best wishes to Jim Tree on his retirement, and to Chris
Catania who will also be leaving the Town. He further extended best wishes to
everyone for a Happy Holiday and Merry Christmas.
Councillor Gaertner noted that December 12, 2017, is the first night of Hanukkah
and she extended wishes to all those of Jewish faith for a Happy Holiday.
Councillor Mrakas noted that the Town’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony and
first mini Christmas Market held on December 6, 2017, were a great success. He
expressed appreciation to staff for their efforts, and to fellow Councillors for their
participation.
Mayor Dawe announced the business community members recently appointed to
the Aurora Economic Development Board, which will begin operating in January
2018: James Cunningham, Tim Hammill, Marilee Harris, and Steve Hinder.
Mayor Dawe announced that winter overnight parking restrictions are in effect. He
noted that the Town’s Toys for Tickets program, which has now ended, was very
successful.
Mayor Dawe advised that there was still an opportunity to sign up and participate
in the fundraising efforts of the Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign.
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Mayor Dawe announced that the final Canada 150 event—a special fireworks
display at 9 p.m.—will be held at Family First Night on Sunday, December 31,
2017, which will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Aurora Family Leisure
Complex.
Mayor Dawe extended wishes to everyone for a Merry Christmas, Happy
Hanukkah, and safe and Happy Holidays.
12. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number 6035-17 Being a By-law to appoint a Chief Building Official
for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora.
(b) By-law Number 6036-17 Being a By-law to exempt municipal capital facility
lands (Aurora Sports Dome) from taxes.
(c) By-law Number 6037-17 Being a By-law to allocate any 2017 Operating Fund
surplus and any 2017 Water and Wastewater Operating Fund surplus or
deficit.
(d) By-law Number 6038-17 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5553-13,
as amended, to establish various Reserve Funds for the Town of Aurora.
(e) By-law Number 6039-17 Being a By-law to levy Interim Property Taxes for the
2018 taxation year.
(f) By-law Number 6040-17 Being a By-law to provide for the annual
remuneration to be paid to the Mayor and Members of Council.
Carried
13. Closed Session
None
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14. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 6041-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from a Council Meeting on December 12, 2017.
Carried
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the meeting be adjourned at 11:14 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The minutes of the Council meeting of December 12, 2017, are subject to final approval
by Council on January 30, 2018.