Minutes - Council - 20240227
Town of Aurora
Council
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
7 p.m.
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Council Members: Mayor Tom Mrakas (Chair)
Councillor Ron Weese
Councillor Rachel Gilliland
Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Councillor Michael Thompson
Councillor John Gallo
Members Absent: Councillor Harold Kim
Other Attendees: Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer
Patricia De Sario, Director, Corporate Services/Town Solicitor
Robin McDougall, Director, Community Services
Marco Ramunno, Director, Planning and Development Services
Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director, Finance
Carley Smith, Manager, Corporate Communications
Matt Volpintesta, Manager, Parks and Fleet Divisions
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
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1. Call to Order
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
2. Land Acknowledgement
Mayor Mrakas acknowledged that the meeting took place on Anishinaabe lands,
the traditional and treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island,
recognizing the many other Nations whose presence here continues to this day,
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the special relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this
territory, and that Aurora has shared responsibility for the stewardship of these
lands and waters. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty lands of the
Mississaugas and Chippewas, recognized through Treaty #13 and the Williams
Treaties of 1923.
3. Approval of the Agenda
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the requirements of the Procedure By-law be waived to permit a
Member Motion to be added to the agenda regarding Locations for a
Men’s Transitional Shelter.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
On a two-thirds majority vote the motion
Carried (6 to 0)
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the revised agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved, with
the addition of a Member Motion regarding Locations for a Men's Transitional
Shelter.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
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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 Rick Armstrong, Resident; Re: Item 9.3 Member Motion - Councillor Gallo;
Re: Windrow Program and Council Compensation
Rick Armstrong expressed opposition to the council compensation aspect
of the Member Motion.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Weese
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to item 9.3.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
7. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the Consent Agenda, items 7.1 to 7.6 inclusive, be approved.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
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7.1 Council Meeting Minutes of January 30, 2024
1. That the Council Meeting Minutes of January 30, 2024, be adopted as
circulated.
Carried
7.2 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of January 23, 2024
1. That the Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of January 23, 2024,
be adopted as circulated.
Carried
7.3 Special Meeting of Council Minutes of February 6, 2024
1. That the Special Meeting of Council Minutes of February 6, 2024, be
adopted as circulated.
Carried
7.4 Council Closed Session Minutes of January 30, 2024
1. That the Council Closed Session Minutes of January 30, 2024, be
adopted as circulated.
Carried
7.5 Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of January 30, 2024
1. That the Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of January
30, 2024, be adopted as circulated.
Carried
7.6 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2024
1. That the Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of February 13,
2024, be adopted as circulated.
Carried
8. Standing Committee Reports
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
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That the Standing Committee Reports, items 8.1 and 8.2, be received and the
recommendations carried by the Committee approved, with the exception of sub-
items 8.1.7, 8.1.8, 8.2.1, 8.2.4, 8.2.6, and 8.2.8, which were discussed and voted
on separately as recorded below.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
8.1 General Committee Meeting Report of February 6, 2024
8.1.1 Memorandum from Councillor Thompson; Re: Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of November 24
and December 15, 2023
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of November
24 and December 15, 2023, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.2 Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
January 18, 2024
1. That the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes of January 18, 2024, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.3 Mayor’s Golf Classic Funds Committee Meeting Minutes of February
2, 2024
1. That the Mayor’s Golf Classic Funds Committee Meeting
Minutes of February 2, 2024, be received for information.
Carried
8.1.4 OPS24-001 - Urban Forest Study Update
1. That Report No. OPS24-001 be received; and
2. That the recommendations in the Urban Forest Study be
endorsed in principle, allowing staff to implement
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recommendations subject to Council approval of budgetary
implications where applicable; and
3. That Council establish a target of 40% tree canopy coverage to
be achieved prior to the next Official Plan Update.
Carried
8.1.5 OPS24-002 - Parkland Naming
1. That Report No. OPS24-002 be received; and
2. That Council approve the selection of names for four Town of
Aurora parks as presented.
Carried
8.1.6 CMS24-004 - Facility Allocation Policy - Update
1. That Report No. CMS24-004 be received; and
2. That the Facility Allocation Policy be approved.
Carried
8.1.7 PDS24-002 - Aurora Heights Drive Pedestrian Crossover
Sub-item 8.1.7 was considered together with item 9.1 following sub-item
8.1.8.
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report No. PDS24-002 and Report No. PDS24-022 (item
9.1) be received for information.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That the main motion be amended by adding the following
clause:
That a Level 2 Type B crosswalk be installed at the location
and that it be funded by the Roads and Related development
charges reserve fund.
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Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Nays (1): Councillor Gaertner
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (5 to 1)
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That Report No. PDS24-002 and Report No. PDS24-022 (item
9.1) be received; and
2. That a Level 2 Type B crosswalk be installed at the location and
that it be funded by the Roads and Related development charges
reserve fund.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
8.1.8 PDS24-003 - Hollandview Trail Pedestrian Crossover
Sub-item 8.1.8 was considered prior to sub-item 8.1.7.
Moved by Councillor Weese
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
1. That Report No. PDS24-003 be referred back to staff to report
back on the option of a physical barrier at the subject location.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
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8.1.9 Member Motion - Councillor Gilliland; Re: Council/Committee
Meeting Structure Under Strong Mayor Powers
Whereas the Province expanded Strong Mayor Powers to
municipalities over 50,000 in population, who committed to a
housing pledge in the fall of 2023 to help address the housing
crisis, but was not mandatory to accept with a housing pledge; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora head of council has the discretion
whether to use the strong mayor powers, except for those dealing
with the budget; and
Whereas strong mayor powers permit the head of council the ability
to create new committees of council made under the Municipal Act,
2001, where all members are council members, and assign their
functions. The head of council is also able to appoint the chairs and
vice-chairs of such committees of council;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council requests
that the Mayor reconsider using strong mayor powers to alter
the current structure of Council and/or committee meetings, but
rather remains the same as officials were originally elected to
do; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to the
Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Hon. Michael Parsa,
MPP Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill, Dawn Gallagher
Murphy, MPP Newmarket—Aurora, and all Ontario
municipalities.
Carried
8.1.10 Member Motion - Mayor Mrakas; Re: Supporting Affordable Housing
and Gentle Density
Whereas the Town of Aurora is forecasted to grow to a population
of over 85,000 people by 2051, which represents an increase of
over 30% from today; and
Whereas on September 26, 2023, the Council of the Town of Aurora
approved a commitment to the Government of Ontario’s Housing
Pledge to build 8,000 new residential units by 2031; and
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Whereas on February 21, 2023, the Council of the Town of Aurora
approved a motion to develop an Affordable Housing Action Plan
aimed at promoting attainable and diverse housing options for
residents as the Town grows; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has developed a new Official Plan that
provides the policy context to encourage gentle density and a mix
of housing options through compatible and appropriate-scale
intensification in line with Provincial and Regional objectives; and
Whereas as-of-right permissions from the Province already permit
three (3) residential units per lot, with additional residential units
recognized as necessary to address the ongoing housing and rental
crisis; and
Whereas the Federal Government has made funds available
through the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) to provide funding to
local governments for initiatives aimed at increasing affordable
housing supply and supporting the development of complete, low
carbon and climate-resilient communities that are affordable,
inclusive, equitable and diverse;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That as part of the
Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review, staff be directed
to implement as-of-right permissions to allow up to four (4)
residential units on properties zoned for single detached,
semidetached, or townhouse dwellings, provided the lots are of
sufficient size and the necessary servicing and parking
requirements are met; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That Staff report back to Council on the
review and implementation of this update as part of the
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review process.
Carried
8.2 General Committee Meeting Report of February 20, 2024
8.2.1 Special Council Closed Session Public Meeting Minutes of January
22, 2024
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Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
1. That the Special Council Closed Session Public Meeting
Minutes of January 22, 2024, be adopted as circulated.
Yeas (5): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gaertner,
Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Nays (1): Councillor Gilliland
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (5 to 1)
8.2.2 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of January 10,
2024
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
January 10, 2024, be received for information.
Carried
8.2.3 PDS24-021 - Aurora Business Improvement Area Governance Review
and Downtown Collaboration Model Alternatives
1. That Report No. PDS24-021 be referred back to staff.
Carried
8.2.4 CS24-005 - Dissolution of General Committee and Establishment of
Committee of the Whole
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
1. That Report No. CS24-005 be received for information.
Yeas (4): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Thompson,
and Councillor Gallo
Nays (2): Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Gaertner
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (4 to 2)
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8.2.5 FIN24-009 - ONE Joint Investment Board (JIB) Agreement
Amendment and By-law
1. That Report No. FIN24-009 be received; and
2. That a by-law be enacted to approve the following:
a. an increase in the maximum number of ONE Joint
Investment Board (JIB) members from 10 to 12; and
b. the ONE JIB Records Retention By-law and the delegation to
ONE JIB’s Secretary of the necessary powers and duties to
deal with the records of ONE JIB; and
c. changes to the amendment provisions of the ONE JIB
Agreement.
Carried
8.2.6 CMS24-005 - Petch House - Considerations
Moved by Councillor Weese
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
1. That Report No. CMS24-005 be received; and
2. That the proposed renovations of the Petch House be approved;
and
3. That a new capital project with capital budget authority of
$50,000 be approved, to be funded from the Heritage reserve
fund.
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. CMS24-005 be referred to the Heritage
Advisory Committee.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
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8.2.7 Member Motion - Mayor Mrakas; Re: Request for Amenity Sharing
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with School Boards for
Evening/Weekend Gymnasium Use
Whereas the Town of Aurora recognizes the importance of
fostering community engagement and providing recreational
opportunities; and
Whereas schools are funded by local taxpayers; and
Whereas school gymnasiums serve as valuable amenities that can
enhance recreational activities for residents; and
Whereas existing school board policies/procedures do not prioritize
municipal residency within their allocation of the use of space; and
Whereas the school board charges a premium rate to use the
schools on weekends causing a barrier for the Town or local
organizations to afford;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That this Council
requests the Province and the Minister of Education to assist in
making school board facilities available to local municipalities
on a priority, at a cost recovery rate; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That Council requests the School Boards
within the jurisdiction of the Town of Aurora to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Town for the
shared use of school gymnasiums on evenings and weekends;
and
3. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this request be sent to the
relevant School Boards, expressing the Town's interest in
establishing a collaborative agreement for evening and
weekend gymnasium access; and
4. Be It Further Resolved That the Town staff is directed to
collaborate with the School Boards in drafting the terms and
conditions of the MOU, ensuring clarity and fairness in the
shared use of these facilities; and
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5. Be It Further Resolved That upon reaching an agreement, the
MOU shall be presented to Council for review and approval; and
6. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to The
Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, The Honourable
Paul Calandra, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, The
Honourable Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, Marit Stiles,
Leader of the Ontario New Democratic Party, Bonnie Crombie,
Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party, and all MPPs in the Province
of Ontario; and
7. 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 of support.
Carried
8.2.8 Member Motion - Councillor Gilliland; Re: Legislative Amendments to
Improve Municipal Codes of Conduct and Enforcement
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
Whereas all Ontarians deserve and expect a safe and respectful
workplace; and
Whereas municipal governments, as the democratic institutions
most directly engaged with Ontarians need respectful discourse;
and
Whereas several incidents in recent years of disrespectful
behaviour and workplace harassment have occurred amongst
municipal members of councils across Ontario; and
Whereas these incidents seriously and negatively affect the people
involved and lower public perceptions of local governments; and
Whereas municipal Codes of Conduct are helpful tools to set
expectations of council member behaviour; and
Whereas municipal governments have limited abilities in their
toolkit to adequately enforce compliance with municipal Codes of
Conduct; and
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Whereas the most severe penalty that can be imposed on a
municipal member of council is the suspension of pay for 90 days,
even when egregious acts are committed and substantiated; and
Whereas AMO has called on the government to table and pass
legislation that reflects the following recommendations:
Updating municipal Codes of Conduct to account for workplace
safety and harassment
Creating a flexible administrative penalty regime, adapted to the
local economic and financial circumstances of municipalities
across Ontario
Increasing training of municipal Integrity Commissioners to
enhance consistency of investigations and recommendations
across the province
Allowing municipalities to apply to a member of the judiciary to
remove a sitting member if recommended through the report of
a municipal Integrity Commissioner
Prohibit a member so removed from sitting for election in the
term of removal and the subsequent term of office;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora
supports the call of action the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario, (AMO), has submitted to the Government of Ontario to
introduce legislation to strengthen municipal Codes of Conduct
and compliance with them, in consultation with municipal
governments; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the legislation encompasses the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario’s letter of
recommendations which includes options for enforcing
compliance by council members with municipal Codes of
Conduct such as
o Updating municipal Codes of Conduct to account for
workplace safety and harassment
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o Creating a flexible administrative penalty regime, adapted to
the local economic and financial circumstances of
municipalities across Ontario
o Increasing training of municipal Integrity Commissioners to
enhance consistency of investigations and
recommendations across the province
o Allowing municipalities to apply to a member of the
judiciary to remove a sitting member if recommended
through the report of a municipal Integrity Commissioner
o Prohibit a member so removed from sitting for election in
the term of removal and the subsequent term of office; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That a copy of this Motion be sent to the
Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, the Hon. Michael Parsa,
MPP Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill, and Dawn Gallagher
Murphy, MPP Newmarket—Aurora, the Hon. Paul Calandra,
Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and all 444 Ontario
municipalities.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland,
Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
8.2.9 York Regional Council Highlights of January 25, 2024
1. That the York Regional Council Highlights of January 25, 2024,
be received for information.
Carried
8.2.10 New Business Motion No. 1
1. That the timing and notice provisions in section 46 of the
Procedure By-law be waived to permit a motion to reconsider
the Special Council Closed Session minutes of January 22,
2024; and
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2. That the adoption of the confidential Special Council Closed
Session minutes of January 22, 2024, be reconsidered.
Carried
9. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
9.1 PDS24-022 - Additional Information to Report No. PDS24-002 Aurora
Heights Drive Pedestrian Crossover
Item 9.1 was considered together with sub-item 8.1.7.
9.2 PDS24-023 - Additional Information to Report No. PDS24-003 Hollandview
Trail Pedestrian Crossover
Item 9.2 was considered following sub-item 8.1.7.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
1. That Report No. PDS24-023 be received for information.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
9.3 Member Motion - Councillor Gallo; Re: Windrow Program and Council
Compensation
Item 9.3 was considered prior to sub-item 8.1.8, and was reconsidered under
section 10, New Business.
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas on October 24, 2023 Council passed a resolution regarding
Council Compensation; and
Whereas on September 26, 2023 Council passed a resolution regarding a
pilot Snow Windrow Removal program; and
Whereas the 2024 budget that was adopted on December 12, 2023 did not
reflect either resolution; and
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Whereas both items were to be funded by the Tax Rate Stabilization Fund;
and
Whereas as a result of both items being funded by the Tax Rate
Stabilization Fund, there is no tax levy increase;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the 2024 budget be
amended to include the total cost of Council Compensation as
outlined in the October 24, 2023 resolution; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the 2024 budget be amended to include
the total cost of the windrow program; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That both items be funded from the tax rate
stabilization reserve.
Yeas (3): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo
Nays (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Thompson
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Defeated (3 to 3)
9.4 Member Motion - Councillor Gilliland; Re: Locations for a Men's Transitional
Shelter
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Weese
Whereas the homelessness crisis is taking a devastating toll on families
and communities, undermining a healthy and prosperous way of life and
that Council accepts that the responsibility to address these challenges
rests with community stakeholders, partners and residents as well as
regional, federal and provincial governments and agencies; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora recently adopted a motion to commit to
ending homelessness in the community in collaboration with the Region,
and both the Provincial and Federal governments; and
Whereas the Region proposed a transitional housing application that was
recently denied in Aurora; and
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Whereas it would be beneficial for the Town of Aurora to proactively
identify alternate locations for a transitional housing facility to address the
homelessness crisis;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be asked to
proactively work with York Region staff to identify three potential
viable sites for alternative housing in Aurora, and report back to
Council before the end of 2024.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
10. New Business
New Business Motion No. 1
Motion to reconsider
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Weese
1. That the timing and notice provisions in section 46 of the Procedure
By-law be waived; and
2. That Member Motion 9.3 be reconsidered.
Yeas (5): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Gaertner,
Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Nays (1): Mayor Mrakas
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
On a two-thirds majority vote the motion to reconsider
Carried (5 to 1)
New Business Motion No. 2
Reconsideration of Member Motion 9.3 - Councillor Gallo; Re: Windrow
Program and Council Compensation
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Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the 2024 budget be
amended to include the total cost of Council Compensation as
outlined in the October 24, 2023 resolution; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the 2024 budget be amended to include
the total cost of the windrow program; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That both items be funded from the tax rate
stabilization reserve.
Yeas (3): Councillor Weese, Councillor Gaertner, and Councillor Gallo
Nays (3): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Gilliland, and Councillor Thompson
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Defeated (3 to 3)
11. By-laws
11.1 By-law Number 6586-24 - Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5815-16,
to establish a record classification structure and retention periods for The
Corporation of the Town of Aurora.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Gallo
That By-laws item 11.1 be enacted.
Yeas (6): Mayor Mrakas, Councillor Weese, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor
Gaertner, Councillor Thompson, and Councillor Gallo
Absent (1): Councillor Kim
Carried (6 to 0)
12. Closed Session
None.
13. Confirming By-law
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13.1 By-lawNumber6587-24-BeingaBy-IawtoconfirmactionsbyCouncil
resulting from a Council meeting on February 27, 2024
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the confirming by-law be enacted-
Carried
14. Adjournment
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:41 p.m.
Carried
Tom Mr a Mayor Mi c e de Rond, Town Clerk