AGENDA - Council - 20220329Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda
Date:March 29, 2022
Time:7 p.m.
Location:Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
As of March 1, 2022, meetings will be available to the public in person and via live stream on
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Pages
1.Call to Order
2.Land Acknowledgement
3.Approval of the Agenda
4.Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
5.Community Presentations
5.1.Jennifer Adams, VP of Philanthropy, Margaret Bahen Hospice; Re:
Margaret Bahen Hospice and Doane House Hospice Special Events
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6.Delegations
7.Consent Agenda
That the Consent Agenda items, 7.1 to 7.5 inclusive, be approved.
7.1.Council Meeting Minutes of February 22, 2022 5
That the Council meeting minutes of February 22, 2022, be
adopted as circulated.
1.
7.2.Council Closed Session Minutes of February 15, 2022 (confidential
attachment)
That the Council Closed Session minutes of February 15, 2022,
be adopted as circulated.
1.
7.3.Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of February 15, 2022 22
That the Council Closed Session Public meeting minutes of1.
February 15, 2022, be adopted as circulated.
7.4.Council Closed Session Minutes of March 1, 2022 (confidential
attachment)
That the Council Closed Session minutes of March 1, 2022, be
adopted as circulated.
1.
7.5.Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of March 1, 2022 25
That the Council Closed Session Public meeting minutes of
March 1, 2022, be adopted as circulated.
1.
8.Standing Committee Reports
That the Standing Committee Reports, items 8.1 to 8.2 inclusive, be received
and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
8.1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 1, 2022 28
8.1.1.Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 7,
2022
Minutes
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes
of February 7, 2022, be received for information.
1.
8.1.2.Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 8,
2022
Minutes
That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes
of February 8, 2022, be received for information.
1.
8.1.3.Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February
9, 2022
Minutes
That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of February 9, 2022, be received for
information.
1.
8.1.4.CMS22-009 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Agreements
and IT Services
Report
That Report No. CMS22-009 be received for
information.
1.
8.1.5.CMS22-010 - Aurora Town Square Governance - Town Staffing -
Update 1
Report
That Report No. CMS22-010 be received; and1.
That the conversion of the Manager of Aurora Town
Square contract position to a permanent position to be
funded from the Aurora Town Square operating budget
be approved; and
2.
That the conversion of the Marketing Creative
Specialist contract position to a permanent position to
be funded from the Aurora Town Square operating
budget be approved.
3.
8.1.6.CMS22-013 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Space Usage
and Room Permitting Policy
Report
That Report No. CMS22-013 be received; and1.
That the principles of the Aurora Town Square Space
Usage and Room Permitting Policy be approved; and
2.
That the final draft Aurora Town Square Space Usage
and Room Permitting Policy come back to Council for
final approval.
3.
8.1.7.CMS22-014 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Capital
Campaign
Report
That Report No. CMS22-014 be received; and1.
That the Aurora Town Square Bridge, Outdoor Square,
and Church Street Schoolhouse be approved as a
Name Sale opportunity; and
2.
That staff be directed to initiate negotiations with
potential partners for the purpose of naming the Aurora
Town Square Bridge, Outdoor Square, and Church
Street Schoolhouse; and
3.
That staff report back with their findings for Council
approval.
4.
8.1.8.PDS22-012 - Heritage Permit Application File: HPA-2021-16, 82
Centre Street
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
That Report No. PDS22-012 be received; and1.
That Heritage Permit Application HPA-2021-16 be
approved to permit a one-storey rear addition to the
existing dwelling at 82 Centre Street.
2.
8.1.9.PDS22-036 - Regional Official Plan Review Update
Report
That Report No. PDS22-036 be received; and1.
That staff be directed to work with the Region to
discuss transit possibilities within the Promenade area.
2.
8.2.General Committee Meeting Report of March 22, 2022 35
8.2.1.Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner; Re: Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of
January 28, 2022
Memorandum
That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of
January 28, 2022, be received for information.
1.
8.2.2.Community Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February
17, 2022
Minutes
That the Community Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of February 17, 2022, be received for
information.
1.
8.2.3.Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
February 23, 2022
Minutes
That the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting1.
minutes of February 23, 2022, be received for
information.
8.2.4.CS22-018 - Short-Term Rental By-law
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2 Attachment 3
That Report No. CS22-018 be received; and1.
That staff bring forward a Short-Term Rental By-law at
a future Council meeting for enactment; and
2.
That staff be directed to implement a Short-Term
Rental compliance monitoring system; and
3.
That staff bring forward amendments to the Aurora
Tribunal By-law at a future Council meeting for
enactment; and
4.
That the recommended updates to Schedule “I” of the
Town’s Fees and Charges By-law, as presented in this
report in Attachment 3 be approved, and that the
appropriate by-law amendment be presented at a future
Council meeting for enactment.
5.
8.2.5.CMS22-016 - Facility Naming Rights - Aurora Sports Dome
Report
That Report No. CMS22-016 be received; and1.
That the Aurora Sports Dome be approved as a Name
Sale opportunity; and
2.
That staff be authorized to enter into negotiations with
a potential naming rights sponsor for the Aurora Sports
Dome and report back to Council in Closed Session.
3.
8.2.6.CMS22-012 - SARC Pool Project Grant
Report
That Report No. CMS22-012 be received; and1.
That the Capital Budget Authority of $354,600 for
Project No. 72472 SARC Pool Repairs, to be funded by
$236,400 from a Community Building Fund – Capital
Stream grant and $118,200 from Safe Recovery grant
funding, be approved.
2.
8.2.7.CS22-017 - Town of Aurora Emergency Management Program -
Council Budget Authority Increase
Report Attachment 1
That Report No. CS22-017 be received; and1.
That an increase of $103,200 resulting in a total revised
Capital Budget Authority of $183,200 for Project No.
13011, to be funded by $35,200 in previously approved
Studies & Other funding and a $150,000 grant from the
Municipal Modernization Program, be approved; and
2.
That the proposed title change for Capital Project No.
13011 to "Business Continuity Management Program"
be approved.
3.
8.2.8.FIN22-011 - Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for
Members of Council, Committees and Local Boards
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2 Attachment 3
That Report No. FIN22-011 be received for information.1.
8.2.9.York Regional Council Highlights of February 24, 2022
Regional Report
That the York Regional Council Highlights of February
24, 2022, be received for information.
1.
9.Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
10.Motions
10.1.Councillor Gaertner; Re: Green Infrastructure 42
10.2.Councillor Gilliland; Re: Accessory Dwelling Enabling Policy 43
11.New Business
12.By-laws
12.1.By-law Number XXXX-22 - Being a By-law to amend By-law Number
6000-17, as amended, respecting the lands municipally known as 15520
Yonge Street, to remove a holding symbol “(h)” (File No. ZBA(H)-2021-
01).
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(General Committee Report No. PDS21-152, Nov. 30/21)
12.2.By-law Number XXXX-22 - Being a By-law to amend Municipal
Waterworks Distribution By-law Number 3305-91, as amended.
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13.Closed Session
14.Confirming By-law
14.1.By-law No. XXXX-22 Being a by-law to confirm actions by Council
resulting from a Council meeting on March 29, 2022
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15.Adjournment
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Town of Aurora
Council
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Wendy Gaertner (arrived at 7:06 pm.)*
Councillor John Gallo*
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Allan Downey, Director of Operations*
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services*
Lisa Hausz, Acting Director, Planning and Development
Services*
Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services*
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance*
Carley Smith, Manager, Corporate Communications*
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor*
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk
Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Coordinator
*Attended electronically
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
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Council consented to recess the meeting at 9:11 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:22 p.m.
The Mayor relinquished the Chair to Councillor Kim at 9:55 p.m. during the
consideration of Motion 10.1, Re: Request to Dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal
(OLT), and reassumed the chair at 10:22 p.m.
2. Land Acknowledgement
Mayor Mrakas acknowledged that the meeting took place on the traditional
territory of the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples whose
presence here continues to this day. He further noted that Aurora is part of the
treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the Williams Treaties First
Nations and thanked them for sharing the land.
3. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, be approved.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gallo, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner
Carried (6 to 0)
4. 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.
5. Community Presentations
None.
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6. Delegations
6.1 Mark Winfield, Professor, Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change, York
University; Re: Motion 10.1 - Mayor Mrakas; Re: Request to Dissolve Ontario
Land Tribunal (OLT)
Mark Winfield spoke in support of the dissolution of the Ontario Land
Tribunal and provided an informed overview of the impacts on
municipalities due to changes in the province's planning process. He
further expressed concerns regarding the current planning process and
emphasized the need for reform to uphold municipal planning decisions.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion
10.1.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor
Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
6.2 Janet Matthews, Resident; Re: Motion 10.1 - Mayor Mrakas; Re: Request to
Dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT)
Janet Matthews spoke in support of the dissolution of the Ontario Land
Tribunal expressing concerns regarding the current municipal planning
appeals process. She further emphasized the need for reform to ensure
municipal planning decisions and Official Plan policies are upheld.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion
10.1.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor
Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
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7. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the Consent Agenda Items, 7.1 to 7.4 inclusive, be approved.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
7.1 Council Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2022
1. That the Council meeting minutes of January 25, 2022, be adopted as
circulated.
Carried
7.2 Council Closed Session Minutes of January 25, 2022
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of January 25, 2022, be
adopted as circulated.
Carried
7.3 Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2022
1. That the Council Closed Session Public meeting minutes of January
25, 2022, be adopted as circulated.
Carried
7.4 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of January 18, 2022
1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of January 18, 2022,
be adopted as circulated.
Carried
8. Standing Committee Reports
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That the Standing Committee Reports, items 8.1 to 8.2 inclusive, be received and
the recommendations carried by the Committee with the exception of sub-items
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8.1.5, 8.2.1, 8.2.2, and 8.2.6, which were discussed and voted on separately as
recorded below.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
8.1 General Committee Report of February 1, 2022
8.1.1 Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner; Re: Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of December 17,
2021
Memo
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of December
17, 2021, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.2 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of January 12, 2022
Minutes
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
January 12, 2022, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.3 Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of January 18, 2022
Minutes
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
January 18, 2022, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.4 Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism Task Force Meeting Minutes of
January 19, 2022
Minutes
1. That the Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism Task Force
Meeting Minutes of January 19, 2022, be received for
information.
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Carried
8.1.5 CMS22-006 - SARC Gymnasium Addition – Project Update
Report
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. CMS22-006 be received; and
2. That staff be directed to proceed with Option 1, a single
gymnasium, multipurpose space and renovated customer
service and administration space; and
3. That staff report back to Council with a final design and
updated cost estimate prior to tender issuance.
Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes,
Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Nays (2): Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (5 to 2)
8.1.6 PDS22-005 - Application for Site Plan Approval, TFP Aurora
Developments Limited, 20 and 25 Mavrinac Boulevard, Blocks 1, 2
and 6, Plan 65M-3852, File Number: SP-2021-08, Related File
Numbers: OPA-2017-01, ZBA-2017-03 & SUB-2017-02
Report Figures 1-9
1. That Report No. PDS22-005 be received; and
2. That Site Plan Application File SP-2021-08 to permit the
development of 211 units (210 townhouse units and 1 single
detached unit) on two proposed common element
condominiums be approved, in principle, subject to the
following conditions:
i. That all outstanding comments and requirements from
Town and external agencies be addressed to the
satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Development
Services, prior to execution of a Site Plan agreement; and
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ii. That the Owners enter into a Site Plan Agreement with the
Town to address requirements of the Town and external
agencies, including but not limited to, the provision for
payment by the Owner of all applicable fees, securities, and
any other financial obligations; and
3. That approval of future Draft Plan of Condominium
Application(s) required to implement Site Plan Application File
SP-2021-08 be delegated to the Director of Planning and
Development Services.
Carried
8.1.7 CMS22-005 - Disc Golf Course Update
Report Attachment 1
1. That Report No. CMS22-005 be received; and
2. That Highland Gate be removed as a potential location to build
a disc golf course; and
3. That the evaluation and review to build a disc golf course be
referred to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan review
process.
Carried
8.1.8 CS22-002 - Updates to the Use of Corporate Resources for Election
Campaign Purposes Policy
Report Attachment 1
1. That Report No. CS22-002 be received; and
2. That the policy be amended to disallow the rental of Town
facilities for election campaign purposes; and
3. That the policy be amended to allow candidates to use meeting
videos on the Town's YouTube Channel in their campaign
material; and
4. That the amendments to the Use of Corporate Resources for
Election Campaign Purposes Policy be approved.
Carried
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8.1.9 FIN22-003 - Property Tax and Water Bill Payment Options
Report
1. That Report No. FIN22-003 be received; and
2. That Council endorse the elimination of cash transactions at
Town Hall for property tax and water bill payments.
Carried
8.1.10 New Business Motion No. 1
1. That the comments from Delegation 6.1, by Michael White,
regarding the responsibility of maintenance of the catch basin,
drainage swale, and retaining wall between Underhill Cres and
Rachewood Crt, be referred to staff to report back to Council.
Carried
8.1.11 General Committee Closed Session Minutes of February 1, 2022
1. That the General Committee Closed Session minutes of
February 1, 2022, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.12 Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal
or local board employees (Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act,
2001); Re: Verbal Update from the CAO
1. That the verbal update from the CAO be received for
information.
Carried
8.2 General Committee Report of February 15, 2022
8.2.1 PDS22-002 and PDS22-026 - Additional Info and Applications for
Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control, L&B Aurora Inc.,
North East Quadrant of Wellington Street and John West Way, Part
Lot 81, Concession 1, Part 4 on Plan 65R-13645, File Numbers: ZBA-
2019-01 and SP-2020-05
PDS22-002: Report Figures 1-10 Appendices A-B Appendix C
PDS22-026: Report Appendix A Appendix B
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Main motion No. 1
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report Nos. PDS22-002 and PDS22-026 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application File: ZBA 2019-
01 be endorsed in principle, including the proposed increase in
height in exchange for the proposed community benefits as
discussed herein; and
3. That the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment be brought
forward to a future Council meeting for enactment once an
agreement has been executed between the Town and the
Owner to secure the proposed Section 37 community benefits;
and
4. That Site Plan Application File: SP-2020-05 be approved in
principle topermit the development of a six-storey residential
apartment buildingwith 150 units; and
5. That servicing allocation be allocated to service the
development with 150 apartment units.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the fourth clause of the main motion be replaced with the
following:
"That Site Plan Application File: SP-2020-05 be brought back to
Council for approval."
Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes,
Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Nays (2): Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo
Carried (5 to 2)
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Main motion No. 1 as amended
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report Nos. PDS22-002 and PDS22-026 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application File: ZBA 2019-
01 be endorsed in principle, including the proposed increase in
height in exchange for the proposed community benefits as
discussed herein; and
3. That the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment be brought
forward to a future Council meeting for enactment once an
agreement has been executed between the Town and the
Owner to secure the proposed Section 37 community benefits;
and
4. That Site Plan Application File: SP-2020-05 be brought back to
Council for approval; and
5. That servicing allocation be allocated to service the
development with 150 apartment units.
Yeas (3): Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes, and Councillor
Kim
Nays (4): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, and
Councillor Thompson
Defeated (3 to 4)
Main motion No. 2
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report Nos. PDS22-002 and PDS22-026 be received; and
2. That the applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site
Plan Control from L&B Aurora Inc. regarding the North East
Quadrant of Wellington Street and John West Way be refused
as the proposed development does not conform to the Town’s
Official Plan for reasons, including but not limited to the
following:
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i. It encroaches on environmental lands as well as the
established flood plain;
ii. The proposed density is not appropriate for the site;
iii. There is a significant adverse impact to species of concern
currently inhabiting the site;
iv. The outstanding conditions required by the Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority create concern for the long-
term effects to the surrounding areas; and
v. No ground floor retail units proposed for the subject site.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo,
Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and
Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
8.2.2 PDS22-032 - Zoning By-law Amendment, Shining Hill Collections Inc.,
306 St. Johns Sideroad West, File Number: ZBA-2021-02
Report Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Appendices
A-B
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
1. That Report No. PDS22-032 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application File: ZBA 2021-
02 (Shining Hill Collections Inc.) be approved to rezone a
portion of the subject lands from “Oak Ridges Moraine Rural
(RU-ORM)” to “Institutional Exception Zone” [I (XX)]; and
3. That the Zoning By-law Amendment be brought forward to a
future Council meeting for enactment.
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Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the second clause of the main motion be amended as
follows:
"That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application File: ZBA
2021-02 (Shining Hill Collections Inc.) be approved to rezone a
portion of the subject lands from “Oak Ridges Moraine Rural
(RU-ORM)” to “Institutional Zone” [I]"
Yeas (4): Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor Humfryes,
and Councillor Kim
Nays (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor
Thompson
Carried (4 to 3)
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
1. That Report No. PDS22-032 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application File: ZBA 2021-
02 (Shining Hill Collections Inc.) be approved to rezone a
portion of the subject lands from “Oak Ridges Moraine Rural
(RU-ORM)” to “Institutional Zone” [I]; and
3. That the Zoning By-law Amendment be brought forward to a
future Council meeting for enactment.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo,
Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and
Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
8.2.3 CMS22-008 - Pet Cemetery – Project Update and Fencing Options
Report Attachment
1. That Report No. CMS22-008 be received; and
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2. That staff be directed to pursue historic recognition options for
the Pet Cemetery site; and
3. That staff be directed to include a new capital project in the
2023 budget for Council’s consideration for the construction of
permanent fencing around the Pet Cemetery lands.
Carried
8.2.4 CS22-007 -Town of Aurora Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2022 – 2026
Report Attachment 1 Attachment 2
1. That Report No. CS22-007 be received; and
2. That Council endorse the new Town of Aurora Multi-Year
Accessibility Plan 2022 – 2026.
Carried
8.2.5 York Regional Council Highlights of January 27, 2022
Regional Report
1. That the York Regional Council Highlights of January 27, 2022,
be received for information.
Carried
8.2.6 New Business Motion No. 1
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That the comments from Delegation 6.1, by George Popalis,
regarding municipal tree removal request, be referred to staff to
report back to Council.
Yeas (4): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Humfryes,
and Councillor Kim
Nays (3): Councillor Gallo, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor
Thompson
Carried (4 to 3)
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9. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
None.
10. Motions
10.1 Mayor Mrakas; Re: Request to Dissolve Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT)
Moved by Mayor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas Municipalities across this province collectively spend millions of
dollars of taxpayer money and municipal resources developing Official
Plans that meet current Provincial Planning Policy; and
Whereas an Official Plan is developed through months of public
consultation to ensure, “that future planning and development will meet
the specific needs of (our) community”; and
Whereas our Official Plan includes provisions that encourage
development of the “missing middle” or “gentle density” to meet the need
for attainable housing in our community; and
Whereas our Official Plan is ultimately approved by the province; and
Whereas it is within the legislative purview of Municipal Council to
approve Official Plan amendments or Zoning By-law changes that better
the community or fit within the vision of the Town of Aurora Official Plan;
and
Whereas it is also within the legislative purview of Municipal Council to
deny Official Plan amendments or Zoning By-law changes that do not
better the community or do not fit within the vision of the Town of Aurora
Official Plan; and
Whereas municipal planning decisions may be appealed to the Ontario
Land Tribunal (OLT; formerly the Ontario Municipal Board or “OMB”), an
unelected, appointed body that is not accountable to the residents of
Aurora; and
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Whereas the OLT has the authority to make a final decision on planning
matters based on a “best planning outcome” and not whether the
proposed development is in compliance with municipal Official Plans; and
Whereas all decisions—save planning decisions—made by Municipal
Council are only subject to appeal by judicial review and such appeals are
limited to questions of law and or process; and
Whereas Ontario is the only province in Canada that empowers a separate
adjudicative tribunal to review and overrule local decisions applying
provincially approved plans; and
Whereas towns and cities across this Province are repeatedly forced to
spend millions of dollars defending Official Plans that have already been
approved by the province in expensive, time consuming and ultimately
futile OLT hearings; and
Whereas lengthy, costly OLT hearings add years to the development
approval process and acts as a barrier to the development of attainable
housing;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Town of Aurora Council
requests the Government of Ontario to dissolve the OLT immediately
thereby eliminating one of the most significant sources of red tape
delaying the development of more attainable housing in Ontario; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to the
Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing, the Leader of the Opposition, the Leaders of the
Liberal and Green Party, all MPPs in the Province of Ontario; the Large
Urban Mayors’ Caucus of Ontario, the Small Urban GTHA Mayors and
Regional Chairs of Ontario; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and all Ontario
municipalities for their consideration.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor
Gilliland, Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
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11. New Business
Councillor Gaertner expressed condolences on the passing of Auroran Harry
Lumsden, famously known as Aurora's Trumpeter swan champion.
Councillor Humfryes expressed appreciation to the By-law Division for their
prompt response to residents' noise concerns at the Highland Green
condominium.
Councillor Humfryes expressed appreciation to the Operations crew and
department for their efforts in helping various impacted residents during the
recent snowstorm.
Councillor Gilliland referred to residents' inquiry regarding the plan to replace the
Town Park playground and the associated public consultation process, and staff
noted that the replacement is scheduled for 2024 as per the 10-Year Capital Plan
and public consultation would be conducted. She further inquired about the
availability of additional picnic tables for outdoor dining in the Town Park area
and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gallo inquired about the availability of meeting agendas and minutes
prior to 2014 on the Town website, and staff provided a response noting that a
public portal for agendas, minuets, and by-laws is being developed and
forthcoming.
12. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That By-laws 12.1, 12.2, and amended by-law 12.3, be enacted.
Yeas (7): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Gallo, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Humfryes, Councillor Kim, and Councillor Thompson
Carried (7 to 0)
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12.1 By-law Number 6403-22 - Being a By-law to declare as surplus and sell
municipal lands (Barrie Rail Corridor properties).
12.2 By-law Number 6404-22 - Being a By-law to enact a new Procurement By-
law for the Town of Aurora.
12.3 By-law Number 6405-22 - Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6000-17,
as amended, respecting the lands municipally known as 306 St. Johns
Sideroad West (File No. ZBA-2021-02).
13. Closed Session
There are no Closed Session items for this meeting.
14. Confirming By-law
14.1 By-law No. 6406-22 Being a by-law to confirm actions by Council resulting
from a Council meeting on February 22, 2022
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the confirming by-law be enacted.
Carried
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:36 p.m.
Carried
Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
Council Closed Session Public
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, February 15, 2022
5:45 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Wendy Gaertner*
Councillor Michael Thompson
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor John Gallo*
Members Absent: Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Allan Downey, Director of Operations*
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance*
Elizabeth Adams-Quattrociocchi, Manager, Financial Reporting
and Revenue*
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor*
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk
*Attended electronically
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 5:49 p.m.
Council consented to resolve into a Closed Session at 5:50 p.m.
Council reconvened into open session at 5:58 p.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda
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Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the confidential Council Closed Session agenda be approved.
Carried
3. 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.
4. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That Council resolve into a Closed Session to consider the following matter:
1. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board (Section 239(2)(e) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Council Closed Session Report No. CS22-003–
Prollenium Medical Technologies Inc. v. The Corporation of The Town of
Aurora
Carried
4.1 Council Closed Session Report No. CS22-003 – Prollenium Medical
Technologies Inc. v. The Corporation of The Town of Aurora
Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board (Section 239(2)(e) of
the Municipal Act, 2001)
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Council Closed Session Report No. CS22-003 be received; and
2. That the confidential direction to staff be confirmed.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Humfryes
Carried (6 to 0)
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5. Confirming By-law
5.1 By-law No. 6402-22 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting
from a Council Closed Session on February 15, 2022
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the confirming by-law be enacted.
Carried
6. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the meeting be adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
Carried
Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
Council Closed Session Public
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
5:45 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Wendy Gaertner*
Councillor Sandra Humfryes (arrived 6:10 p.m.)
Councillor Michael Thompson
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor John Gallo
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer*
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor*
Slav Szlapczynski, Associate Solicitor*
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
*Attended electronically
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 5:49 p.m.
Council consented to resolve into a Closed Session at 5:50 p.m.
Council reconvened into open session at 6:26 p.m.
Councillor Gaertner was present for the closed session meeting but not present
when reporting out occurred.
2. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Kim
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That the confidential Council Closed Session agenda be approved.
Carried
3. 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.
4. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That Council resolve into a Closed Session to consider the following matter:
1. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board (Section 239(2)(e) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); and Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,
including communications necessary for that purpose (Section 239(2)(f) of
the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Council Closed Session Report No. CS22-011–
Snow Disposal Facility Contract Dispute
Carried
4.1 Council Closed Session Report No. CS22-011 - Snow Disposal Facility
Contract Dispute
Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative
tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board (Section 239(2)(e) of
the Municipal Act, 2001); and
Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including
communications necessary for that purpose (Section 239(2)(f) of the
Municipal Act, 2001)
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Council Closed Session Report No. CS22-011 be received; and
2. That the confidential direction to staff be confirmed.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Kim, Councillor Humfryes, Councillor
Thompson, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gallo
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Absent (1): Councillor Gaertner
Carried (6 to 0)
5. Confirming By-law
5.1 By-law No. 6407-22 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting
from a Council Closed Session on March 1, 2022
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the confirming by-law be enacted.
Carried
6. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the meeting be adjourned at 7:03 p.m.
Carried
Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
General Committee
Meeting Report
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
7 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Council Members: Councillor Rachel Gilliland (Chair)
Mayor Tom Mrakas
Councillor Wendy Gaertner*
Councillor John Gallo
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer*
Allan Downey, Director of Operations*
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services*
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of Finance*
Lisa Hausz, Acting Director of Planning and Development
Services*
Carley Smith, Manager, Corporate Communications*
Phillip Rose, Manager, Aurora Town Square*
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor*
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
*Attended electronically
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
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The Mayor, on behalf of Council, offered thoughts and prayers to those impacted
by the unjustified attack on Ukraine, and stated that we stand in solidarity with
Aurora's Ukrainian community and all those impacted by this brutal act of war.
2. Land Acknowledgement
General Committee acknowledged that the meeting took place on the traditional
territory of the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples whose
presence here continues to this day. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty
lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the Williams Treaties First Nations,
and we thank them for sharing the land.
3. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services.
4. 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.
5. Community Presentations
None.
6. Delegations
6.1 Suzanne Haines and Eric Acker, Aurora Cultural Centre; Re: Item 9.1 -
CMS22-009 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Agreements and IT
Services
Eric Acker, President, and Chair of the Board on behalf of the Board of
Directors, expressed support for the key principles upon which the revised
Provision of Cultural Services Agreement between the Aurora Cultural
Centre and the Town of Aurora is being developed. He recognized the
significant involvement of Craig Mather, Bonnie Kraft, and Suzanne Haines
along with the collaboration of senior Town staff. Suzanne Haines,
Executive Director, reiterated their support for the staff report and hybrid
governance model, provided background, and expressed appreciation to
Town staff for their approach and consideration throughout the process.
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General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation
to item 9.1.
7. Consent Agenda
None.
8. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
General Committee recommends:
That the Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, items 8.1 to 8.3 inclusive, be
received.
Carried
8.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 7, 2022
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 7,
2022, be received for information.
Carried
8.2 Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 8, 2022
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 8,
2022, be received for information.
Carried
8.3 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2022
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
February 9, 2022, be received for information.
Carried
9. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
9.1 CMS22-009 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Agreements and IT
Services
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS22-009 be received for information.
Carried
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9.2 CMS22-010 - Aurora Town Square Governance - Town Staffing - Update 1
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS22-010 be received; and
2. That the conversion of the Manager of Aurora Town Square contract
position to a permanent position to be funded from the Aurora Town
Square operating budget be approved; and
3. That the conversion of the Marketing Creative Specialist contract
position to a permanent position to be funded from the Aurora Town
Square operating budget be approved.
Carried
9.3 CMS22-013 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Space Usage and Room
Permitting Policy
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS22-013 be received; and
2. That the principles of the Aurora Town Square Space Usage and Room
Permitting Policy be approved; and
3. That the final draft Aurora Town Square Space Usage and Room
Permitting Policy come back to Council for final approval.
Carried as amended
9.4 CMS22-014 - Aurora Town Square Status Update - Capital Campaign
General Committee consented to vote on the third clause of the main
motion as amended separately.
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS22-014 be received; and
2. That the Aurora Town Square Bridge, Outdoor Square, and Church
Street Schoolhouse be approved as a Name Sale opportunity; and
3. That staff be directed to initiate negotiations with potential partners
for the purpose of naming the Aurora Town Square Bridge, Outdoor
Square, and Church Street Schoolhouse; and
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4. That staff report back with their findings for Council approval.
Carried as amended
9.5 PDS22-012 - Heritage Permit Application File: HPA-2021-16, 82 Centre
Street
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS22-012 be received; and
2. That Heritage Permit Application HPA-2021-16 be approved to permit
a one-storey rear addition to the existing dwelling at 82 Centre Street.
Carried
9.6 PDS22-036 - Regional Official Plan Review Update
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS22-036 be received; and
2. That staff be directed to work with the Region to discuss transit
possibilities within the Promenade area.
Carried
10. Notices of Motion
10.1 Councillor Gaertner; Re: Green Infrastructure
Whereas recent events worldwide and in Canada clearly show that climate
change is causing disastrous consequences for communities; and
Whereas adaptation and mitigation are crucial for residents' safety and
quality of life; and
Whereas trees and green infrastructure are critical to mitigate climate
change impacts like intense storms that could cause flooding; and
Whereas tree canopies are important to mitigate the urban heat island
effect and to decrease atmospheric carbon through sequestration;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to review
the Official Plan for revisions to strengthen protective language in the
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Plan and any implementing policies and by-laws including Green
Development Standards, Tree Compensation and Protection; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff be directed to review existing policies
and by-laws that could be strengthened regarding the tree canopy for
climate change mitigation and report back to Council at their earliest
convenience.
11. Regional Report
None.
12. New Business
Councillor Thompson referred to discussions held at today’s Joint Council
Committee meeting and advised that he would be bringing forward a notice of
motion for Council’s consideration regarding the certification of firefighters and
concerns with funding and how the process would be managed.
Councillor Gallo expressed safety concerns about the intersection of Yonge
Street and Industrial Parkway South, in relation to large vehicles making the turn
from Yonge Street, and inquired about the design and history of the intersection.
Staff and the Mayor provided a response and agreed to follow up on the matter.
13. Public Service Announcements
Mayor Mrakas announced the following updates and activities in Aurora:
Effective March 1, 2022, capacity limits will be lifted in all indoor public
settings and the Town will no longer require proof of vaccination or actively
screen patrons at recreation facilities; masks and physical distancing
requirements will remain in place; visit aurora.ca/reopen for more details.
The Town is offering a variety of in-person and virtual March Break Camps;
visit aurora.ca/camps for more information.
The deadline for board member applications for the Aurora Economic
Development Corporation is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022; visit
aurora.ca/aedc for details.
The nomination deadline for the 2022 Community Recognition Awards is
Friday, April 4, 2022; visit aurora.ca/cra for more information.
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Councillor Humfryes expressed appreciation to the Town's community partners,
Aurora Black Community, Aurora’s Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism Task
Force and Councillor Kim, Town staff, and the community for their efforts and
participation in a successful celebration of Black History Month.
Councillor Gaertner expressed congratulations to the Aurora Black Community
and Phiona Durrant for their efforts in the celebration of Black History Month and
the Closing Ceremony.
Councillor Gaertner acknowledged that International Women's Day will be held on
Tuesday, March 8, 2022. She further recognized that the Eastern Orthodox Lent
will begin on Monday, March 7, 2022.
Councillor Gilliland announced that live in-person events have resumed at the
Aurora Cultural Centre, including a pianist on March 11 and a theatre production
on March 19, 2022; visit auroraculturalcentre.ca for more information.
14. Closed Session
None.
15. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
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Town of Aurora
General Committee
Meeting Report
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
7 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Council Members: Councillor John Gallo (Chair)
Mayor Tom Mrakas
Councillor Wendy Gaertner*
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Allan Downey, Director of Operations*
Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services
Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Development Services
Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services
Carley Smith, Manager, Corporate Communications*
Doug Bertrand, Manager, Facilities Management*
John Firman, Manager, Business Support*
Jason Gaertner, Manager, Financial Management*
Alexander Wray, Manager, By-law Services*
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor*
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
*Attended electronically
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
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2. Land Acknowledgement
General Committee acknowledged that the meeting took place on the traditional
territory of the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples whose
presence here continues to this day. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty
lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the Williams Treaties First Nations,
and we thank them for sharing the land.
3. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services.
4. 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.
5. Community Presentations
None.
6. Delegations
None.
7. Consent Agenda
7.1 Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner; Re: Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of January 28, 2022
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Board Meeting Highlights of January 28, 2022, be received
for information.
Carried
8. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
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General Committee recommends:
That the Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, items 8.1 to 8.2 inclusive, be
received.
Carried
8.1 Community Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2022
1. That the Community Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February
17, 2022, be received for information.
Carried
8.2 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 23, 2022
1. That the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
February 23, 2022, be received for information.
Carried
9. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
9.1 CS22-018 - Short-Term Rental By-law
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS22-018 be received; and
2. That staff bring forward a Short-Term Rental By-law at a future Council
meeting for enactment; and
3. That staff be directed to implement a Short-Term Rental compliance
monitoring system; and
4. That staff bring forward amendments to the Aurora Tribunal By-law at
a future Council meeting for enactment; and
5. That the recommended updates to Schedule “I” of the Town’s Fees
and Charges By-law, as presented in this report in Attachment 3 be
approved, and that the appropriate by-law amendment be presented at
a future Council meeting for enactment.
Carried
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9.2 CMS22-016 - Facility Naming Rights - Aurora Sports Dome
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS22-016 be received; and
2. That the Aurora Sports Dome be approved as a Name Sale opportunity;
and
3. That staff be authorized to enter into negotiations with a potential
naming rights sponsor for the Aurora Sports Dome and report back to
Council in Closed Session.
Carried
9.3 CMS22-012 - SARC Pool Project Grant
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS22-012 be received; and
2. That the Capital Budget Authority of $354,600 for Project No. 72472
SARC Pool Repairs, to be funded by $236,400 from a Community
Building Fund – Capital Stream grant and $118,200 from Safe
Recovery grant funding, be approved.
Carried
9.4 CS22-017 - Town of Aurora Emergency Management Program - Council
Budget Authority Increase
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS22-017 be received; and
2. That an increase of $103,200 resulting in a total revised Capital Budget
Authority of $183,200 for Project No. 13011, to be funded by $35,200
in previously approved Studies & Other funding and a $150,000 grant
from the Municipal Modernization Program, be approved; and
3. That the proposed title change for Capital Project No. 13011 to
"Business Continuity Management Program" be approved.
Carried
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9.5 FIN22-011 - Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members of
Council, Committees and Local Boards
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN22-011 be received for information.
Carried
10. Notices of Motion
10.1 Councillor Gilliland; Re: Accessory Dwelling Enabling Policy
Whereas inflationary pressures are hindering the ability for young adults to
rent or buy a home, outside of their parents’ home; and
Whereas in-home senior care is on the rise, due to rising costs, health and
safety, and/or lack of availability; and
Whereas the Province is facing a major housing crisis and if our local
municipality has enabling policies within its Official Plan and Zoning By-
law, it would allow a second unit within a home plus an additional unit on a
residential property; and
Whereas other municipalities have enabled policies to allow accessory
dwellings to offset this demand, where deemed appropriate;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to explore
the introduction of an enabling policy in the Official Plan to permit
accessory dwellings within appropriate locations followed by
corresponding amendments to the Zoning By-law.
11. Regional Report
11.1 York Regional Council Highlights of February 24, 2022
General Committee recommends:
1. That the York Regional Council Highlights of February 24, 2022, be
received for information.
Carried
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12. New Business
Councillor Thompson inquired about whether any Christmas trees still at the curb
would be collected by the Town. Staff provided a response noting that residents
should contact the Town to arrange for Christmas tree disposal at this time.
Mayor Mrakas advised that the Pandemic Recovery Working Group has decided
to pause its regular meetings. The Mayor commended Robin McDougall, Director
of Community Services, for her leadership, and staff for their efforts over the past
two years of the pandemic.
Councillor Humfryes advised that a local resident organized a walk and vigil in
support of Ukraine on March 13, 2022, and she expressed appreciation to Town
staff for their efforts in helping to arrange and support the event.
Councillor Humfryes requested a status update on the future staff report for the
Council motion of May 25, 2021, regarding a project to provide off-leash use of
one trail and park.
Councillor Humfryes requested a status update on the future staff report for the
Council motion of June 22, 2021, regarding food insecurity in Aurora.
Councillor Thompson welcomed back Marco Ramunno as Director of Planning
and Development Services.
Mayor Mrakas advised that the Ukrainian flag, originally raised at Town Hall, is
now raised at Town Park to allow for other flag raisings at Town Hall.
13. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Humfryes expressed appreciation to local resident Lauren Hanna for
organizing the recent walk and vigil in support of Ukraine, and thanked Town
staff and Council members for their support.
Mayor Mrakas announced the following updates and activities in Aurora:
Aurora’s overnight winter parking restrictions remain in effect until April 15,
2022; visit aurora.ca/winterparking for more information.
The nomination deadline for the 2022 Community Recognition Awards is
Friday, April 4, 2022; visit aurora.ca/cra for more details.
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Aurora’s Hello Spring event, including spring-themed outdoor and interactive
activities, will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at the Aurora Seniors’
Centre; visit aurora.ca/hellospring for more information.
Ontario has lifted the mask mandate in most settings—except for public
transit, long-term care homes, health care and congregate settings—and
masking is now optional for visitors at all Town facilities.
Councillor Gaertner acknowledged the annual observance of Nowruz, which
begins on the spring equinox and marks the beginning of spring, and is usually
celebrated on March 20 or 21.
Councillor Gaertner recognized World Water Day, which is observed annually on
March 22.
Councillor Gaertner further acknowledged the month of March as Endometriosis
Awareness Month 2022.
Councillor Gilliland extended a reminder about the Aurora Cultural Centre’s live
in-person sessions for art and performances.
Councillor Gilliland advised that the Town will be working with the Arboretum on
invasive species and will also be educating the public on invasive species and
preparations for the upcoming Lymantria dispar dispar (LDD) season; visit
aurora.ca/ldd for more information.
Councillor Gallo acknowledged World Down Syndrome Day, which is observed
annually on March 21.
Councillor Gallo recognized the International Day for the Elimination of Racial
Discrimination, which is observed annually on March 21.
14. Closed Session
None.
15. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Motion
Notice given March 1, 2022
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Re: Green Infrastructure
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Date: March 29, 2022
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Whereas recent events worldwide and in Canada clearly show that climate change is
causing disastrous consequences for communities; and
Whereas adaptation and mitigation are crucial for residents' safety and quality of life;
and
Whereas trees and green infrastructure are critical to mitigate climate change impacts
like intense storms that could cause flooding; and
Whereas tree canopies are important to mitigate the urban heat island effect and to
decrease atmospheric carbon through sequestration;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to review the Official
Plan for revisions to strengthen protective language in the Plan and any
implementing policies and by-laws including Green Development Standards, Tree
Compensation and Protection; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff be directed to review existing policies and by-laws
that could be strengthened regarding the tree canopy for climate change mitigation
and report back to Council at their earliest convenience.
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100 John West Way
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
(905) 727-3123
aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Motion
Notice given March 22, 2022
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Re: Accessory Dwelling Enabling Policy
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Date: March 29, 2022
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Whereas inflationary pressures are hindering the ability for young adults to rent or buy a
home, outside of their parents’ home; and
Whereas in-home senior care is on the rise, due to rising costs, health and safety, and/or
lack of availability; and
Whereas the Province is facing a major housing crisis and if our local municipality has
enabling policies within its Official Plan and Zoning By-law, it would allow a second unit
within a home plus an additional unit on a residential property; and
Whereas other municipalities have enabled policies to allow accessory dwellings to
offset this demand, where deemed appropriate;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to explore the
introduction of an enabling policy in the Official Plan to permit accessory dwellings
within appropriate locations followed by corresponding amendments to the Zoning
By-law.
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-22
Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6000-17, as amended,
respecting the lands municipally known as 15520 Yonge Street, to remove
a holding symbol “(h)” (File No. ZBA(H)-2021-01).
Whereas under section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended (the
“Planning Act”), zoning by-laws may be passed by the councils of local municipalities to
prohibit and regulate the use of land, buildings and structures;
And whereas on June 27, 2017, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the
“Town”) enacted By-law Number 6000-17 (the “Zoning By-law”), which Zoning By-law was
appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board (the “OMB”);
And whereas on January 29, 2018, the OMB issued an order, in accordance with
subsection 34(31) of the Planning Act, providing that any part of the by-law not in issue
in the appeal shall be deemed to have come into force on the day the by-law was
passed;
And whereas the OMB and the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (the “LPAT”) is continued
under the name Ontario Land Tribunal (the “Tribunal”), and any reference to the Ontario
Municipal Board or OMB or Local Planning Appeal Tribunal or LPAT is deemed to be a
reference to the Tribunal;
And whereas under subsection 36(1) of the Planning Act, the council of a local
municipality may, in a by-law passed under section 34 of the Planning Act, by the use of
the holding symbol “H” (or “h”) in conjunction with any use designation, specify the use to
which lands, buildings or structures may be put at such time in the future as the holding
symbol is removed by amendments to the Zoning By-law;
And whereas the conditions for the removal of a holding symbol “(h)” respecting the “I
(234) Institutional” zoning on the subject lands have been satisfied;
And whereas notice of intention to pass this By-law has been provided;
And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to further amend
the Zoning By-law;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts as
follows:
1. The Zoning By-law be and is hereby amended to remove the holding symbol “(h)”
preceding the “I(234) Institutional Zone” on the lands as shown on Schedule “A”
attached hereto and forming part of this By-law.
2. This By-law shall come into full force subject to compliance with the provisions
of the Planning Act, and subject to compliance with such provisions, this By-law
will take effect from the date of final passage hereof.
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By-law Number XXXX-22 Page 2 of 4
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 29th day of March, 2022.
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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By-law Number XXXX-22 Page 3 of 4
Explanatory Note
Re: By-law Number XXXX-22
By-law Number XXXX-22 has the following purpose and effect:
To amend By-law Number 6000-17, as amended, being the Zoning By-law in effect in the
Town of Aurora, to remove the the holding symbol “(h)” preceding the “I(234) Institutional
Zone”.
The holding symbol “(h)” was put in place to ensure the owner executed a site plan
agreement with the Town and that the building be sprinklered prior to occupancy of the
retirement units.
The conditions of the holding symbol “(h)” have been fulfilled. The removal of the holding
symbol “(h)” will facilitate conversion of the existing building 4 storey building into a
retirement home with a total of 105 unit.
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By-law Number XXXX-22 Page 4 of 4
Schedule “A”
Location: Part Lot 4, Plan 246, Town of Aurora, Regional Municipality of York
Lands rezoned from “(H)I(234) Institutional Zone” to “I(234)
Institutional Zone”.
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-22
Being a By-law to amend Municipal Waterworks Distribution
By-law Number 3305-91, as amended.
Whereas paragraph 4 of subsection 11(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended, provides that a lower-tier municipality may pass by-laws with respect to
public utilities;
And whereas on August 28, 1991, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
(the “Town”) enacted By-law Number 3305-91, as amended, to provide for the
maintenance and operation of a Municipal Waterworks Distribution System;
And whereas Schedule “A” of By-law Number 3305-91 imposes a schedule of fees with
respect to water, wastewater, and storm sewer rates, as amended from time to time;
And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend By-
law Number 3305-91 to enact a new schedule of fees with respect to water, wastewater
and storm sewer rates;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts as
follows:
1. Schedule “A” to By-law Number 3305-91, as amended, be and is hereby deleted
and replaced with Schedule “A” to this By-law.
2. This By-law shall come into full force and effect on May 1, 2022 save and except
for all of sections 1 and 2 on Schedule “A” to this By-law which shall become
effective for all billings issued by the Town on or after May 1, 2022, and be
retroactive for all consumption newly billed on such billings.
All billings are due and payable as stated thereon and shall, if not paid on or
before the due date stated, be subject to a one-time late payment penalty of five
percent (5%) of the total billed, plus the monthly interest rate of one and one
quarter percent (1.25%) (being fifteen percent (15%) per annum), calculated from
the first day of the month after the account is overdue.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 29th day of March, 2022.
__________________________________
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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By-law Number XXXX-22 Page 2 of 2
Schedule “A”
Water, Wastewater, and Storm Sewer Rates
Effective May 1, 2022
1. Water Wastewater Combined
(a) Metered Service $2.27
per m3
$2.87
per m3 of water
consumed
$5.14
per m3
(b) Non-metered Service
(Refusal by homeowner
to install meter)
Flat Rate
$156.00 per unit
per month
Flat Rate
$178.00 per unit
per month
Flat Rate
$334.00 per unit
per month
(c) Non-metered Service
(Installation not
physically possible)
Flat Rate
$78.00 per unit
per month
Flat Rate
$90.00 per unit
per month
Flat Rate
$168.00 per unit
per month
2. Storm Sewer Flat Rates
(a) All Residential and Residential Condominium Properties - $11.69 per unit, per
month.
(b) All Non-Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Multi-residential Apartment
Properties - $148.51 per meter per month.
3. Bulk Purchase of Water
$5.14 per m3
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The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-22 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting from a Council meeting on March 29, 2022. The Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows:
1. That the actions by Council at its Council meeting held on March 29, 2022, in
respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the
Council at the said meeting is hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed.
2. That the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized and
directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain
approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary in
that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate
seal to all such documents.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 29th day of March, 2022.
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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