MINUTES - Council - 20190111
Town of Aurora
Council Orientation
Education and Training Session Minutes
Kingbridge Conference Centre
12750 Jane Street, King City
Friday, January 11 and Saturday, January 12, 2019
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Mrakas in the Chair; Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson
Members Absent None
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Robin McDougall,
Director of Community Services, Techa van Leeuwen, Director of
Corporate Services, Jason Gaertner, Acting Director of Financial
Services, Allan Downey, Director of Operational Services,
Lawrence Kuk, Acting Director of Planning and Development
Services, Anca Mihail, Acting Director of Planning and
Development Services, Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor,
Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate
Communications and Michael de Rond, Town Clerk,
The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:15 p.m.
Council recessed from 8:40 p.m. on Friday, January 11 to 8:40 a.m. on Saturday,
January 12.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
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2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
3. Council Education/Training Session Agenda
a) Presentation from the CAO
Town of Aurora CAO Doug Nadorozny welcomed Council and provided a brief
overview of the orientation session agenda. His presentation consisted of various
projects that the Town is currently working on as well as the new project
management framework the Town is using. The CAO finished his presentation by
noting the corporate plan reviews currently underway as well as speaking to the
financial health of the municipality.
b) One-On-One Discussions
Council Members rotated between senior staff members for ten minutes
discussions about the various roles of the staff members.
c) York Regional Police Chief – Closed Session
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That Council move into Closed Session pursuant to subsection 239 (3.1) of the
Municipal Act, 2001 for the educating or training of members of Council.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That Council rise from Closed Session with no information to report.
Carried
d) Crash Course in Communication
Karen Gordon from Gordon Strategy was present to provide an overview in
effective communication to Council. She spoke to the importance of preparation
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and knowing your audience while using various forms of communication. She
further detailed tips for the use of social media and its importance in today’s world.
Ms. Gordon ended her presentation speaking to effective communication
strategies in difficult situations.
e) Development Charges Update
Gary Scanlon from Watson and Associates was present to provide Council with
information regarding the upcoming Development Charge review the Town will be
undertaking. He spoke to the review process as well as recent Provincial
Government legislation. Mr. Scanlon further noted the methodology of the study
and a proposed timeline.
f) Integrity Commissioner and Council Code of Conduct
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That Council move into Closed Session pursuant to subsection 239 (3.1) of the
Municipal Act, 2001 for the educating or training of members of Council.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That Council rise from Closed Session with no information to report.
Carried
g) Council/Staff Relations
Mike Galloway, CAO of the Town of Caledon, was present to provide Council with
information regarding Council and Staff relations. He spoke to the importance of
relationships between Council and Staff, as well as the role of Council as found in
the Municipal Act, 2001. Mr. Galloway concluded by provided strategies for both
Council and staff to avoid conflicts and work well together.
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4. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the meeting be adjourned at 3:35 p.m.
Carried
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Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk