MINUTES - Council - 20180612
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel (departed 10:56 p.m.),
Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, 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, Dan Elliott, Director of Financial Services, Al
Downey, Director of Operational Services, Marco Ramunno,
Director of Planning and Development 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 8:59 p.m. and reconvened at 9:10 p.m.
Mayor Dawe relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Abel at 10:26 p.m. during the
consideration of Motion (a) Mayor Dawe; Re: Bee City Canada Designation, and
resumed the Chair at 10:28 p.m.
On a motion by Councillor Kim seconded by Councillor Thom, Council consented to
extend the hour past 10:30 p.m.
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1. Approval of the Agenda
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the agenda be amended with the following additions:
• Delegation (c) Claudio Balbinot, Agora Research Group Inc.; Re: Item
S1(A2)(2) – HAC18-008 – Yonge Street Building Evaluations
• Delegation (d) John Green, representing Aurora Historical Society; Re:
Item S1(A2)(2) – HAC18-008 – Yonge Street Building Evaluations
• Delegation (e) Jamie Cole, representing Aurora King Baseball Association;
Re: Item R1 – CMS18-020 – Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
• Delegation (f) Anna Bisogno-Coutts, Resident; Re: Item R1 – CMS18-020
– Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
On a two-thirds vote the amendment
Carried
Motion to reconsider
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
That the matter of Hallmark Lands be reconsidered through consideration of
Motion (e); Re: 100 Vandorf Sideroad – Hallmark Lands Community Park
Design.
Motion to reconsider
Carried
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Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, as amended, be approved.
Carried as amended
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
Councillor Abel declared a pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50 respecting the property identified as “The Odd
Fellows Block” at 15216 Yonge Street in Item A2 (2) HAC18-008 – Yonge Street
Building Evaluations as he is a part owner of the property.
3. Community Presentations
None
4. Delegations
(a) Martin Ambrose, representing Aurora Soccer Club
Re: Item R1 – CMS18-020 – Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
Mr. Ambrose expressed concerns regarding the proposed development of the
Hallmark Lands and suggested that Council reconsider the proposal, process,
criteria, and Committee input that led to the recommendation. He requested
that staff be directed to include at least one soccer field with floodlights in the
project design, and that the soccer group be provided with representation on
the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Committee.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item R1.
Carried
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(b) Sandra Manherz, representing Sport Aurora
Re: Item R1 – CMS18-020 – Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
Ms. Manherz, Board member of Sport Aurora, expressed concern regarding
the lack of facilities in all sport areas, and requested that Council vote in favour
of sport tourism and support the development of two baseball diamonds on the
Hallmark lands.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item R1.
Carried
(c) Claudio Balbinot, Agora Research Group Inc.
Re: Item S1(A2)(2) – HAC18-008 – Yonge Street Building Evaluations
Mr. Balbinot, on behalf of the owner of several properties along Yonge Street
that are impacted by the intent to designate, expressed concerns regarding the
heritage designation and consultative process, and requested that Council
defer the decision to designate the properties until such time that the property
owners are consulted and have an opportunity to provide input.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item
S1(A2)(2).
Carried
(d) John Green, representing Aurora Historical Society
Re: Item S1(A2)(2) – HAC18-008 – Yonge Street Building Evaluations
Mr. Green, Vice President of the Aurora Historical Society Board of Directors,
spoke in support of the Heritage Advisory Committee recommendation and
noted that supportive letters had been submitted to Council from Bill Albino
and Bob McRoberts. He requested that Council continue to maintain Aurora’s
heritage and character by designating the identified properties.
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Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item
S1(A2)(2).
Carried
(e) Jamie Cole, representing Aurora King Baseball Association
Re: Item R1 – CMS18-020 – Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
Mr. Cole expressed concerns regarding the lack of diamonds in Aurora and
spoke in support of building two baseball diamonds on the Hallmark lands.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item R1.
Carried
(f) Anna Bisogno-Coutts, Resident
Re: Item R1 – CMS18-020 – Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
Ms. Bisogno-Coutts expressed support for both soccer and baseball and
requested that the Town satisfy the needs of both sports through fiscal
responsibility and using current resources. She expressed health concerns
respecting the use of artificial turf at Stewart Burnett Park and suggested that
cork or other alternatives be considered for Sheppard’s Bush.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item R1.
Carried
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5. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the following Consent Agenda items C1 and C2 be approved:
C1. Council Meeting Minutes of May 22 , 2018
1. That the Council meeting minutes of May 22, 2018, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C2. Special Meeting of Council Minutes of May 29, 2018
1. That the Special Meeting of Council minutes of May 29, 2018, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
Carried
6. Standing Committee Reports
S1. General Committee Meeting Report of June 5, 2018
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That the General Committee meeting report of June 5, 2018, be received
and the following recommendations carried by the Committee approved,
with the exception of sub-items A2(2), R1, R2, R9, and R11, which were
discussed and voted on separately as recorded below:
(C1) Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting
Highlights of April 27, 2018
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of April 27, 2018,
be received for information.
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(A1) Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes of
April 20, 2018
1. That the Trails and Active Transportation Committee meeting
minutes of April 20, 2018, be received for information.
(A2) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2018
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 14,
2018, be received; and
(1) HAC18-009 – Aurora United Church – Site Plan Review,
15186 Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street, 55
and 57 Temperance Street
(a) That the use of stucco be avoided and that the large white
surface areas be addressed.
(2) HAC18-008 – Yonge Street Building Evaluations
Council consented to vote separately on the property identified as “The Odd
Fellows Block” at 15216 Yonge Street, for which Councillor Abel had declared a
pecuniary interest, to allow Councillor Abel to participate in the consideration and
voting on the remaining properties.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
(a) That the following property be designated under Part IV of
the Ontario Heritage Act:
xi. 15216 Yonge Street; "The Odd Fellows Block"
Carried
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
(a) That the following properties be designated under Part IV of
the Ontario Heritage Act:
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i. 15243B Yonge Street; "Whimster's Store";
ii. 15243A Yonge Street; "Mulock Block";
iii. 15242 Yonge Street; "The Lloyd Building";
iv. 15240 Yonge Street; "The Ashton Building";
v. 15233 Yonge Street; "Medical Hall";
vi. 15229 Yonge Street; "The Willis Building";
vii. 15225 Yonge Street; "Winter's Bakery";
viii. 15222, 15224 and 15226 Yonge Street; "The
Faughner Building";
ix. 15221 Yonge Street; "Sterling Bank";
x. 15218-15220 Yonge Street; "The Clift Building";
xii. 15210 Yonge Street; "The Andrews Block";
xiii. 15203 Yonge Street; "The Butcher Building";
xiv. 15199 Yonge Street; "The Grimshaw Bakery"; and
xv. 15195 Yonge Street.
Carried
(3) Memorandum from Planner/Heritage Planning
Re: 32 Wellington Street East
(a) That this item be referred to the Town’s Legal staff for
affirmation that the builder has not complied with Council’s
approval related to the development at 32 Wellington Street
East, and to provide options for next steps.
(New Business)
(a) That the Evaluation Working Group provide an objective
evaluation on each of the following properties:
(i) 136 Wellington Street East; "Railroad Hotel"; and
(ii) 124 Wellington Street East; "Baldwin’s Restaurant";
and
(b) That the objective evaluations be submitted to the Heritage
Advisory Committee meeting of July 9, 2018, for further
review.
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(R1) PDS18-069 – Renovation of the Aurora Armoury, 89 Mosley Street
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report No. PDS18-069 be received; and
2. That the design of the Aurora Armoury as outlined in this report be
approved; and
3. That, in accordance with the Aurora Hydro Sale Investment
Reserve Fund By-law No. 5439-12, Council determines that
completion of the Aurora Armoury project is in the best interests of
the Town; and
4. That, having provided the necessary public notice required of By-
law No. 5439-12, the budget for the Armoury restoration and
renovation be increased by $4,618,800 to a total budget of
$4,883,800, and that the additional funding be sourced from the
Aurora Hydro Sale Investment Reserve Fund; and
5. That the above budget includes a 1% contribution in the amount of
$46,100 to the Town’s Public Art Reserve Fund in accordance with
the Official Plan requirements; and
6. That the budget for the Armoury restoration and renovation be
increased by $50,000 to allow for the installation of the treated pine
Accoya exterior alternative in lieu of the budgeted cedar exterior,
and that the additional funding be sourced from the Aurora Hydro
Sale Investment Reserve Fund.
Carried
(R2) OPS18-011 – Central York Fire Services Headquarters 4-5
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. OPS18-011 be received; and
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2. That the final design of Station 4-5 be approved; and
3. That the Aurora portion of the budget be increased by 1% in the
amount of $36,100 in support of public art in accordance with the
Official Plan requirements; and
4. That additional Aurora funding in the amount of $3,523,400 be
approved for the Town share of the cost of the construction of
Station 4-5, to be funded from the Fire DC Reserve Fund as set out
in Report No. OPS18-011; and
5. That staff be authorized to proceed with Phases 4, 5 and all
outstanding services identified in the RFP submitted by Thomas
Brown Architects in the amount of $345,000, excluding
disbursements and taxes.
Carried
(R3) OPS18-012 – Winter Maintenance 2017/2018 Report
1. That Report No. OPS18-012 be received for information.
(R4) CS18-012 – Magna Golf Club – Display Fireworks
1. That Report No. CS18-012 be received; and
2. That the setting off of Display Fireworks for a wedding at Magna
Golf club on June 23, 2018, for approximately five minutes at 10:30
p.m. be approved; and
3. That a by-law to amend Fireworks By-law No. 5373-11 be brought
forward to a future Council meeting providing delegated authority to
staff for the approval of setting off fireworks in celebration of events
other than Victoria Day and Canada Day.
(R5) CS18-013 – Town of Aurora 2018-2024 Accessibility Plan
1. That Report No. CS18-013 be received; and
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2. That the 2018-2024 Annual Multi-Year Accessibility Plan be
approved.
(R6) PDS18-030 – Parking By-law Amendment for Commercial Motor
Vehicle
1. That Report No. PDS18-030 be received; and
2. That a by-law to amend By-law No. 4574-04.T be brought forward
to update the definition and on-street parking restrictions for
commercial motor vehicles.
(R7) PDS18-058 – FCM Partners for Climate Protection Council
Resolution
1. That Report No. PDS18-058 be received; and
2. That the resolution contained in the attachment be endorsed; and
3. That the Program Manager Environmental Initiatives and the Mayor
be appointed to oversee implementation of the Partners for Climate
Protection (PCP) Program Milestones.
(R8) PDS18-060 – Building Permit Fees Review
1. That Report No. PDS18-060 be received; and
2. That the proposed Building Permit fee amendments be approved;
and
3. That the amending by-law be presented to Council at its meeting of
June 26, 2018, for enactment effective July 1, 2018; and
4. That the current policy for Temporary Sales Trailers/Offices be
repealed and replaced with the new Guidelines for the Approval of
Temporary Sales Trailers and/or Office.
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(R9) PDS18-062 – Application for Site Plan Approval, Gottardo
Construction Limited, Lot 3 and Part of Block 11,
Registered Plan 65M-4324, 95 Eric T. Smith Way, File
Number: SP-2018-04, Related Files: D14-05-04 and
D12-05-1A
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. PDS18-062 be received; and
2. That site plan application number SP-2018-04 (Gottardo
Construction Limited) to permit the development of the subject
lands for a six-storey, 110-room hotel, be approved; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the site
plan agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same.
Carried
(R10) PDS18-063 – Application for Site Plan Approval, 1623 Wellington
Street East Developments Limited, (SmartCentres),
1623 Wellington Street East, File Numbers: SP-2018-
05 and ZBA-2018-03, Related Files: OPA-2011-02 and
ZBA-2011-06
1. That Report No. PDS18-063 be received; and
2. That site plan application number SP-2018-05 (1623 Wellington
Street East Developments Limited) to permit the development of the
subject lands for four buildings totaling 11,000 square metres
(118,407 square feet) of leasable floor area, to be used for retail
uses in accordance with the site-specific zoning be approved; and
3. That the extension of Goulding Avenue through to Wellington Street
East be approved; and
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4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the site
plan agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same; and
5. That the application to amend the Zoning By-law File Number ZBA-
2018-03 to lift the Holding (H) Prefix for the subject lands currently
zoned “(H)E-BP(398) Business Park Holding Zone” be approved;
and
6. That the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be presented at
a future Council meeting.
(R11) CMS18-018 – Aurora Sports Dome Lease Agreement
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. CMS18-018 be received; and
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
Aurora Sports Dome Renewal of Lease Agreement, including any
and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect
to same.
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That Item R11 – CMS18-018 – Aurora Sports Dome Lease Agreement
be referred back to staff to look at the tax exempt status.
Defeated
The main motion carried
(New Business Motion No. 1)
1. That staff be directed to investigate the provision of relief from the Interim
Control By-law for the property at 11 Patrick Drive; and
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2. That staff bring forward an amendment to the Interim Control By-law.
(New Business Motion No. 2)
1. That staff be directed to conduct a public consultation regarding the
request for installation of a sidewalk on Kitimat Crescent.
(Items approved on consent) Carried
7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
R1. CMS18-020 – Hallmark Lands – Additional Information
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. CMS18-020 be received for information.
Carried
R2. CS18-015 – Closed Meeting Investigations
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. CS18-015 be received for information.
Carried
R3. PDS18-081 – Renovation of the Aurora Armoury – 89 Mosley Street –
Additional Information
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report No. PDS18-081 be received for information.
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Amendment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
That the budget for the Armoury restoration and renovation be
increased by $800,000 to allow for the installation of the copper roof
alternative in lieu of the budgeted metal steel roof, and that the
additional funding be sourced from the Aurora Hydro Sale Investment
Reserve Fund.
Defeated
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
That the budget for the Armoury restoration and renovation be
increased by $380,000 to allow for the installation of the zinc roof
alternative in lieu of the budgeted metal steel roof, and that the
additional funding be sourced from the Aurora Hydro Sale Investment
Reserve Fund.
Carried
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report No. PDS18-081 be received; and
2. That the budget for the Armoury restoration and renovation be
increased by $380,000 to allow for the installation of the zinc roof
alternative in lieu of the budgeted metal steel roof, and that the
additional funding be sourced from the Aurora Hydro Sale
Investment Reserve Fund.
Carried as amended
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8. Motions
(a) Mayor Dawe
Re: Bee City Canada Designation
Moved by Mayor Dawe
Seconded by Councillor Kim
Whereas the goal of the Bee City Canada designation is to promote healthy,
sustainable, habitats and communities for pollinators; and
Whereas bees and other pollinators around the globe have experienced
dramatic declines due to land fragmentation, habitat loss, use of pesticides,
industrialized agriculture, climate change and the spread of pests and
diseases, with serious implications for the future health of flora and fauna; and
Whereas cities, townships, and First Nations communities and their residents
have the opportunity to support bees and other pollinators on both public and
private land; and
Whereas supporting pollinators fosters environmental awareness and
sustainability, and increases interactions and engagement among community
stewards; and
Whereas by becoming a Bee City, The Town of Aurora, can highlight initiatives
already in place and further engage local communities in an environment of
creativity and innovation which will promote a healthier life for our community;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to pursue the
Bee City Canada designation for The Town of Aurora.
Carried
(b) Councillor Abel
Re: Greenbelt Protection
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas the Town of Oakville has passed a similar resolution; and
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Whereas the Greenbelt is an integral component of land use planning that
complements the Growth Plan to encourage smart planning, the reduction of
sprawl, protection of natural and hydrological features and agricultural lands;
and
Whereas the Greenbelt has protected 1.8 million acres of farmland, local food
supplies, the headwaters of our rivers and important forests and wildlife habitat
for more than 12 years; and
Whereas a permanent Greenbelt is an important part of the planning for
sustainable communities; and
Whereas there is a tremendous amount of land already planned and available
in excess of the development needs of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
without weakening the protections provided by the Greenbelt; and
Whereas efforts to open the Greenbelt to create the opportunity for land
speculators to build expansive homes, at immense profits, in remote areas;
and
Whereas opening the Greenbelt would move the urban boundary thus creating
more sprawl and increased traffic; and
Whereas the costs of sprawl result in increased taxes, because 25% of the
costs of sprawl are downloaded to existing property tax payers; and
Whereas programs like the proposed inclusionary zoning regulations will assist
municipalities in advancing the supply of affordable housing stock without the
need to expand the built boundary;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora stands
with its municipal neighbours to undertake continued action to maintain
and grow the current Greenbelt, of which the Oak Ridges Moraine is a
part; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the Province be strongly urged to extend
Greenbelt protection to include the appropriate white belt lands within the
inner ring, lands that are the most immediately vulnerable to development
in the province; and
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3. Be It Further Resolved That this resolution be distributed to the Premier of
Ontario, the Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Minister of the Environment
and Climate Change, all Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH) municipalities,
the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, Environmental Defence,
Friends of the Greenbelt Foundation, STORM Coalition (Save The Oak
Ridges Moraine), Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation, The Regional
Municipality of York, and members of Municipal Leaders for the Greenbelt,
and leaders of the various Ontario political parties..
Carried
(c) Councillor Abel
Re: Outdoor Sports Field Strategy
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas the 2016 Parks and Recreation Master Plan identified facility
pressures, namely outdoor sports fields, in both soccer and baseball; and
Whereas staff suggested that managing the needs may be accommodated
through land acquisition and partnership opportunities; and
Whereas staff also suggested that there may be opportunities of repurposing
fields that are under-utilized; and
Whereas it is in the Town's best interest to encourage outdoor field sport
participation opportunities for all Town of Aurora residents; and
Whereas a Sports Field Strategy would ensure public awareness and access
of the Town's outdoor sport facilities for its residents; and
Whereas a Sports Field Strategy would provide high quality sports surfaces for
sports field user groups in the community, and ensure guidelines are
developed that promote and support field sport that is integrated with the
Town's economic and tourism plans; and
Whereas a Sports Field Strategy would encourage and facilitate innovative
and cooperative partnerships for the delivery of outdoor field sports programs
in the community; and
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Whereas a Sports Field Strategy would provide opportunities for community
field sport groups to provide input into future field sport strategies, policies,
procedures and budget priorities;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to report back
to Council in the Fall 2018 with terms of reference for an Outdoor Sports
Field Strategy that addresses the future needs of the community as well as
prioritizes the repurposing of existing fields and identifies opportunities for
corporate and neighbouring municipality partnerships.
Defeated
(d) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Actions for Environmental Protection
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas recent severe weather conditions have underlined the need to take
action to protect our environment; and
Whereas the Town's Community Energy Plan is not ready as yet; and
Whereas it is responsible and appropriate to put as many protective measures
in place as soon as possible;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff investigate and report
back on the following actions:
(a) A plan to diminish the use of lights in our buildings and facilities during
the night hours;
(b) Raise the temperature setting in Town buildings by one degree in the
summer months, and lower the temperature by one degree in the
winter months;
(c) Decrease kitchen and bathroom hot water temperature settings;
(d) Mitigate the summer sun effect from the Town Hall Atrium and main
floor south-facing front windows; and
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(e) Install automatic room timers on a five-minute empty room shut-off.
Carried
(e) Re: 100 Vandorf Sideroad – Hallmark Lands Community Park Design
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That the attached report satisfy Council’s conditional budget for Capital
Project No. 73287 – Hallmark Lands – Baseball Diamonds in the amount
of $3,000,000; and
2. That staff be authorized to commence the detailed design and tendering
process for 100 Vandorf Sideroad and proceed with Capital Project No.
73287 as presented.
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Abel
That Motion (e) Re: 100 Vandorf Sideroad – Hallmark Lands Community Park
Design be referred back to staff.
Motion to refer
Defeated
Motion to table
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That Motion (e) Re: 100 Vandorf Sideroad – Hallmark Lands Community Park
Design be placed on the table.
Motion to table
Defeated
The main motion was defeated
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Motion to reconsider
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the defeated motion regarding building one baseball diamond and one
multi-purpose rectangular field on the Hallmark Lands from the May 22, 2018
meeting of Council be reconsidered.
On a two-thirds vote the motion to reconsider
Carried
(e) Re: 100 Vandorf Sideroad – Hallmark Lands Community Park Design
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. That one baseball diamond and one multi-purpose rectangular field be
constructed at 100 Vandorf Sideroad.
Carried
9. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – May 17, 2018
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the Regional Report of May 17, 2018, be received for information.
Carried
10. New Business
Councillor Mrakas inquired about the Region’s rationale regarding the placement
of traffic lights on Bayview Avenue for the new plaza north of St. John’s Sideroad,
noting that there are issues with turning into Ballymore as a portion of the turn lane
has been eliminated. Staff provided a response.
Councillor Gaertner noted the advance green light for the southbound traffic on
Industrial Parkway North at Wellington Street East during the afternoon/evening
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rush hour and suggested that it would make more sense for the northbound traffic
on Industrial Parkway South to have the advance green light. Staff agreed to
investigate.
Councillor Thompson inquired about the construction and lane reduction on
Wellington Street East west of the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, and staff
provided clarification.
11. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Thom extended congratulations to Michael Parsa and Christine Elliott
on their respective provincial election victories. He expressed appreciation to
Chris Ballard for his service to the community, both on Town Council and at the
Ontario Legislature.
Councillor Gaertner extended congratulations to Accessibility Advisory Committee
Chair Tyler Barker on being acknowledged in the House of Commons on the
accessibility award he received from the Town.
Councillor Gaertner extended congratulations to Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith,
Manager of Corporate Communications, on receiving her Master’s Degree today.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Seniors Information and Active Living Fair will be
held on Saturday, June 16, 2018, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Aurora Seniors’
Centre.
Mayor Dawe advised that recruitment is taking place for the 2018-2019 Youth
Engagement Committee, and details are available at aurora.ca/youth.
Mayor Dawe noted that June is Recreation and Parks Month in Aurora.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that many Canada Day activities will take place
on Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1, 2018, and information is available at
aurora.ca/canadaday.
Mayor Dawe announced that Central York Fire Services has launched their sixth
annual Stay Fire Smart campaign, and information is available at cyfs.ca.
Mayor Dawe noted that the Pride Flag was raised at Town Hall today.
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, June 12, 2018 Page 23 of 24
12. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the following by-law be enacted:
(a) By-law Number 6086-18 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 4753-
05.P, for prescribing the height and description of lawful fences in the Town of
Aurora, and for requiring the owners of privately owned outdoor pools to erect
and maintain fences and gates around such pools.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following by-law be enacted:
(b) By-law Number 6087-18 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6000-17,
as amended, to remove a Holding “(H)” symbol (1623 Wellington Street
Developments Limited).
Carried
13. Closed Session
None
14. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 6088-18 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from a Council Meeting on June 12, 2018.
Carried
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Tuesday, June 12, 2018 Page 24 of 24
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the meeting be adjourned at 11 p.m.
Carried
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Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk