Agenda - Council - 20060228COUNCIL
AGENDA
NO.06-07
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 281 2006
100 P.M:
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
24/02/06
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
NO. 06-07
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
7:00 p.m.
7:00 P.M. - OPEN FORUM — COUNCIL MEETING TO FOLLOW
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented.
111 ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Special Council — Borealis Shareholder's Meeting Minutes of February 14,
2006, Meeting Number 06-04 and Council Minutes of February 14, 2006,
Meeting Number 06-05
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Special Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-04 and
Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-05 be adopted as printed and
circulated.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2006
IV PRESENTATIONS
(a) Recognition of Platinum Corporate Sponsorships for Special Events
➢ Bell Canada
➢ HS Financial Services Inc.
➢ Aurora Home Hardware
➢ Royal LePage
(b) Mr. Charles Sequeira
Re: Presentation of Cheque to the Town of Aurora from the Aurora
Seniors' Association
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
V1 ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Vll DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Charles Sequeira, Aurora Seniors' Association (D-1)
Re: Item 2 — Leisure Services Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
(b) Ms Michelle Haney-Kileeg, General Manager (D-2)
Housing Connections
Re: Item 3 — Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
(c) Mr. John Maugeri (D-3)
Re: Item 3 — Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Vlll CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
IX REGIONAL REPORT
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
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XI READING OF BY-LAWS
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1 st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4690-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to adopt
Official Plan Amendment No.
60
4691-05.D BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law No. 2213-78, as
amended, being the Zoning
By-law of the Town of Aurora.
(289 Wellington Street East
D14-03-05)
4776-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
Establish a Heritage
Conservation District
Study Area for Northeast
Old Aurora
4777-06.A BEING A BY-LAW to
provide for advance voting
prior to Voting Day in the
Town of Aurora.
4778-06.A BEING A BY-LAW to
provide for reduced hours
of voting in nursing and
retirement homes.
4779.06.0 BEING A BY-LAW to
confirm actions by Council
resulting from Meeting 06-
07 on February 28, 2006.
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Xlll ADJOURNMENT
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(pg. B-10)
(pg. B-14)
(pg. B-18)
(pg. B-20)
(pg. B-22)
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AGENDA ITEMS
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-04
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
RECOMMENDED:
(pg. 1)
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 06-04 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
2. LS06-007 — Council Meeting Agenda Item #2A - Deferral (pg. 7A)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Item 3 and Item 4 of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report
No. LSAC06-02 be deferred to a future Council Meeting pending
discussions with the Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
2A. LSAC06-02 — February 9, 2006 Leisure Services Advisory (pg. 8)
Committee Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
meeting, held on February 9, 2006, be received for information and
Council endorse the following recommendations of the Leisure Services
Advisory Committee:
2. Report LS06-004 — Leisure Services Department — Revenue Increases
2006
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse and recommend
to Council the new Leisure Services Department initiatives, as follows, in
order to achieve an additional $54,448 in revenue, and that the $70,000
target as directed by Council not be required:
➢ Increase overall Summer Camp fees for the 2006 summer session
($20,000);
➢ Collect full fee charges from the Chamber of Commerce for the
2006 Home Show ($3,948);
➢ Implement Float Registration fees for the Canada Day and Santa
Claus Parades in 2006 ($7,500);
➢ Increase Public Skating rates ($13,000);
➢ Collect 100% of the Seniors' Membership fees, at the current rate,
for a revenue increase of $4,250; and
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THAT the Seniors' Membership rates be increased as follows - residents:
from $20 to $25; non-residents: from $25 to $60 — for a target increase of
$5,750.
3. Report LS06-005 — Department of Leisure Services Sports Field Use
Policy
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the Sports Field
Use Policy for implementation prior to the commencement of the 2006
playing season, but that two nights of play be allowed on Class "A"
facilities for 2006 and 2007, until such time as alternate options are found
to allow all interested children to play soccer through the Aurora Youth
Soccer Club.
4. Report LS06-006 — York Region District School Board Shared Fields
Agreement
THAT staff be directed to advise all applicable user groups that the Town
of Aurora will not be executing the York Region District School Board
(YRDSB) Shared Fields Agreement for the 2006 playing season; and
THAT staff continue to negotiate with the York Region District School
Board.
3. AHC06-02 — February 20, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee (pg. 15)
Meeting
1. Committee Record
THAT the Committee Record of the Heritage Advisory Committee of
Aurora meeting held on February 20, 2006 be received and that the
following recommendations be endorsed.
2. 34 Catherine Ave — Proposed Reconstruction
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that Option #2 as
presented in the report from the Community Planner be adopted and that
Council be requested to enact a by-law establishing a Heritage
Conservation District study area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V,
Section 40.1, of the Ontario Heritage Act.
3. Heritage Property Tax Relief
THAT the delegation by Ms. Mary Powell-Perryment regarding the
property tax relief program for heritage property owners in the Town of
Aurora be received; and
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THAT the proposal to implement a program for heritage properties in the
Town of Aurora be reviewed at a later date once the Heritage District has
been established.
4. Old House Restoration Workshop - Debrief
THAT the Old House Restoration Workshop — Debrief, as provided by Mr.
Michael Seaman, Community Planner, be received.
5. Town of Aurora Strategic Plan
THAT the correspondence Re: Town of Aurora Strategic Plan be received.
6. Making Ontario's Heritage Accessible
THAT the correspondence Re: Making Ontario's Heritage Accessible be
received as information.
7. York Heritage Network Meeting
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora agrees to host the
forthcoming meeting of the York Heritage Network, an association of
municipal heritage committees in York Region, on Tuesday, April 25,
2006, at Hillary House; and
THAT Stan Rycombel attend the meeting on behalf of the Heritage
Advisory Committee.
8. 106 Wells Street — Heritage Designation
THAT the Percy and Clara Pugh House at 106 Wells Street be designated
under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Carol Farrenkoph and Robert Duncan McGregor be
thanked for their commitment to preservation of this significant heritage
building.
9. 88 Wells Street — Heritage Designation
THAT the Roderick and Ethel Smith House at 88 Wells Street be
designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Herder be thanked for their commitment
to preservation of this significant heritage building.
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10. Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage Leaders Program
THAT the correspondence Re: Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage
Leaders Program be received.
11. Appointment of Mr. David Walker to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Advisory Sub -Committee
THAT David Walker be appointed to serve on the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Advisory Sub -Committee.
12. 66 Wellington Street East — Zoninq Amendment
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 66
Wellington Street East be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the
proposed application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be
provided:
• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the
owner agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage
research report on the house at 66 Wellington Street to a future meeting of
the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
13. 15 Mosley Street — Zoning Amendment
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 15
Mosley Street be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the
proposed application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be
provided:
Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner as well as details
of the design of the proposed front yard gazebo;
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• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the
owner agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage
research report on the house at 15 Mosley Street to a future meeting of
the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
14. Heritage Information Brochures
THAT the following brochures about the Town of Aurora Heritage Program
be endorsed with modifications:
• Designation under the Ontario Heritage Act;
• The Historical Signage Program;
• The Aurora Heritage Program;
• The Northeast Old Aurora Heritage District.
15. Heritage Week Trust Event Elvin Theatre
THAT the information concerning the Ontario Heritage Trust event for
Ontario Heritage Week, February 20, 2006 be received.
16. Ontario Heritage Week Proclamation
THAT the information concerning the proclamation declaring Heritage Day
and Ontario Heritage Week be received.
17. Ontario Heritage Act - Regulations
THAT the information from the Ministry of Culture be received.
4. EAC06-02 — February 13, 2006 Environmental Advisory Committee (pg. 27)
Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee
meeting, held on February 13, 2006 be received for information and
Council endorse the following recommendations of the Environmental
Advisory Committee:
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Region of York — Media Release
The Regional Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development
to Convert Waste Into Alternative Fuel
(deferred from January 9, 2006 meeting)
THAT the Region of York — Media Release regarding The Regional
Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development to Convert
Waste into Alternative Fuel be received for information.
PW06-002
Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb
(part of report deferred from January 9, 2006)
THAT PW06-002 Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the
Curb be received for information.
4. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise By-law
THAT the Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services regarding
the Proposed New Noise By-law be received for information.
5. Environmental Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
THAT the Town Clerk be requested to advise the Environmental Advisory
Committee on how it can continue to act as an Advisory Committee to
Council during the electoral transition period; and
THAT Corporate Services staff provide comments on a re -organizational
structure for the Environmental Advisory Committee with Working Groups
rather than Sub -Committees.
Newmarket Eco-Community
a) Background information (presented at January 9, 2006 EAC)
b) January 17, 2006 Council Extract — Correspondence from
Councillor Kean regarding Stickwood Walker ECO Homes
c) Proposed recommendation submitted by Klaus Wehrenberg
d) New Call for Applications for Funding by Sustainable
Development Technology Canada.
THAT Environmental Advisory Committee recommends to Council that
Town land that is sold shall contain, as a condition of sale,
environmentally progressive development conditions
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7. Environmental Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT the Chairs of the Sub -Committees submit any revised items on the
Pending List to Corporate Service staff before the next meeting of the
Environmental Advisory Committee.
8. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update — Questions for Stakeholder
THAT written submissions from the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub -
Committee, along with any discussions from this meeting, be compiled by
the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub -Committee Chair and submitted to the
Town of Aurora Strategic Plan Process on behalf of the Environmental
Advisory Committee.
9. Informational Items
THAT Agenda Items #9 through to #16, with the exception of #10 and #13,
be received for information.
10. FCM — New Funding Opportunity for EnergV Projects
THAT the Environmental. Advisory Committee recommends that the Town
of Aurora take advantage of FCM's New Funding Opportunity for Energy
Projects.
11. Correspondence from Mr. Bill Fisch, Regional Chair
Regional Municipality of York — Towards a Sustainable Regional
Symposium, March 3, 2006
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee appoints Peter Piersol and
Klaus Wehrenberg to attend the March 3, 2006, Regional Symposium.
12. Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Development
Natural Heritage StudV (2C) Open House
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that David
Tomlinson's comments be presented on behalf of the Committee to the 2C
Natural Heritage Study.
13 By-laws/Policy/Planning
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee request staff to review the
draft report on the Pesticide By-law research and advise the Committee
on the process to implement.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2006
14. December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub -committee
(deferred from January 9, 2006, meeting)
THAT the December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub -
Committee be received; and
THAT a workshop be set up in a Town facility at the end of March or early
April for the construction and assembly of nest boxes.
15. Seminar Information — "Down Draft" presented by Windfall Ecology Centre
THAT the Sub -Committees Reports/Updates be moved on the
Environmental Advisory Committee agendas to be discussed prior to the
Matters Arising from Previous Minutes and Informational Items sections;
and
THAT the verbal resignation provided by Sue Walmer of Ildi Connor from
the Public Awareness/Education Sub -Committee be received with regret;
and
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub -Committee be permitted to
book a room at the Library for three seminars, one at the end of May and
two in the fall; and
THAT the expenditure of approximately $150.00 per seminar be approved;
and
THAT a gulling day be organized to take place at either the end of May or
in October by the Environmental Advisory Committee; and
THAT $150.00 be approved for refreshments to be provided at the York
Region Environmental Advisory Forum on March 27, 2006; and
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee be authorized by Council as
part of the East Holland River Valley Naturalization Program to apply for
grants annually from the T.D. Trust and other agencies to purchase plants,
brush blanket, mulch and rodent guards to plant a minimum of 400 trees in
the valley and a further 400 trees in the fall.
5. EDAC06-02 —February 15, 2006 Economic Development Advisory (pg. 39)
Committee Meeting
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting 06-02 held on February 15, 2006 be received as
information and the following recommendations of the Economic
Development Advisory Committee be endorsed:
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Tuesday, February 28, 2006
2. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting No. 06-01, dated
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
THAT Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Report No.
06-01 be adopted as printed and circulated.
3. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise BV-law
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services -
Proposed New Noise By-law be received for information; and
THAT members of the Economic Development Advisory Committee
forward any comments pertaining to the proposed Noise By-law, to the
Director of Corporate Services.
4. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update — Questions for. Stakeholder
THAT correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer - Aurora
Strategic Plan Update — Questions for Stakeholder be received and that
Members of the Committee are encouraged to complete the on-line
questionnaire by March 1, 2006.
5, Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan Region
Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand
in the Greater Golden Horseshoe
THAT the Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan
Region Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand
in the Greater Golden Horseshoe be received for information.
6. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of January 5,
2006
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes of
January 5, 2006 be received.
7. Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee
Minutes of FebruarV 2, 2006
THAT the Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee
minutes of February 2, 2006 be received.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2006
8. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of February 9
2006
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes of
February 9, 2006 be received.
6. CS06-016 — 2006 Municipal Elections — Question/Referendum (pg. 46)
on the Ballot
RECOMMENDED:
THAT staff report CS06-016 be received; and
THAT a public meeting be convened on April 18, 2006 in order to receive
public input on a proposal to include a question/referendum on the ballot
for the 2006 Municipal Elections regarding the establishment of electoral
wards.
7. CS06-017 — Corporate Insurance Renewal (pg. 52)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the insurance and risk management proposal submitted by OMEX
Insurance in the amount of $227,111 plus taxes be approved; and
THAT the Town of Aurora's corporate insurance policy be renewed for a
one year period.
8. Notice of Motion from Councillor John West (pg. 60)
Re: Proposed Provincial Announcement for a 4 Year Term
of Office for Municipal Councils
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council provide direction on this matter.
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9. PL06-032 — Ontario Heritage Act, Designation under Part IV (pg. 61)
The Phillips -Doolittle House, 34 Catherine Avenue
Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District
Study Area
RECOMMENDED:
THAT The Phillips -Doolittle House, at 34 Catherine Avenue be approved
for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.; and
THAT the Corporate Services Department be authorized to:
• Publish and serve Council's Notice of Intention to Designate as
per the requirements of the Act; and
• Prepare the Designation By-law for the Property; and
THAT Council approve By-law 4776-06.D, being a By-law to establish a
Heritage Conservation District Study Area for Northeast Old Aurora for a
period of one-year, as defined under Section 40.1 of the Ontario Heritage
Act, R.S.O., 1990, c.0.1, as amended; and
THAT the owner be requested to work with the Town (Community
Planner) to determine solutions for improvement of the Phillips -Doolittle
House at 34 Catherine Avenue School that are compatible with the
character of the existing heritage house and the Northeast Old Aurora
community.
COUNCIL — FEBRUARY 28, 2006
Delegation (a)
Clark, Carol
From: Panizza, Bob
Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 3:49 PM
To: 'csequeir'
Cc: Clark, Carol
Subject: RE: delegation status
Hello Charles, This is to confirm that I will have you on the agenda for next week as a delegation, as well as for
the presentation section.
-----Original Message -----
From. csequeir [
Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 3:24 PM
To: Panizza, Bob
Cc: Hamilton, Kelly
Subject: Fw: delegation status
Hi Bob, this is to confirm that the ASA board of Directors has confirmed the request for delegation status
at the Council meeting of Feb 28th as per details noted below.
We await your response.
charles
----- Original Message -----
From: csequeir
To: bpanizza(@e-aurora ca
Cc: KHamilton( Anton_Schuster
Sent: Tuesday, reoruary 14, 2006 1:26 PM
Subject: delegation status
Hi Bob 1
We the Aurora Seniors Assoc. would like to request
delegation status for the Feb 28th Council meeting.
a) To provide our comments on the LSAC report #
LS06-004 dated Feb 9th 2006-revenue increases as it relates to Aurora seniors.We understand that this is
report is being recommended to Council for their endorsement on this date. Presenter Charles Sequeira to
be confirmed at our Board Meeting Feb20th.
b) Our Board would also like to present a cheque to The Town as our initial payment on the the Aurora
Seniors building capital debt.
Thank you, Charles
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COUNCIL — FEBRUARY 28, 2006 Delegation (b)
Ewart, Karen
From: Michelle Haney-Klleeg
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 9:53 AM
To: Ewart, Karen
Subject: delegation request for Feb 26th council
I am writing to request delegation status at the Feb 28th Council meeting regarding the Heritage Advisory
Committee recommendation related to the planned home renovation of the Catherine Ave pro . My
name is Michelle Haney-bleeg and I reside at 56 Spruce Street Aurora. Home phone 1 t The
above email is also relevant contact Information.
Please confirm receipt of this email with thanks.
Michelle Haney-1 leeg
General Manager
Housi C tions
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Delegation (c)
Panizza, Bob
From: John Maugeri _
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 9:35 PM
To: Panizza, Bob
Subject: RE: Request for information
Mr. Panizza,
It is our intent to appear as a delegation at next Tuesday's meeting.
Thanks,
John Maugeri
COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 28, 2006
TOINNOFAURORA .
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
REPORT
NO. 06-04
Councll Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
AGENDA ITEM #
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ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Councillor Vrancic in the Chair; Mayor Jones,
Councillors Buck, Gaertner, Hogg, Kean, Wallace and
West.
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Morris was absent.
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of
Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of
Planning, Director of Public Works, Director of
Financial Services/ Treasurer, Town Solicitor, and
Council/Committee Secretary.
Councillor Vrancic called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
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DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
APPROVAL OFAGENDA
General Committee recommends:
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented.
CARRIED
DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1, 3, 4, 7, 8 and 10 were identified for discussion.
ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
General Committee recommends:
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as
"Items not Requiring Separate Discussion" be adopted as submitted to the
Committee and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to
give effect to same:
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General Committee Report No. 06-04 Page 2 of 7
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
2. CS06-013 —2006 Municipal Elections By-laws
THAT the draft by-laws to provide for Advance Voting Days and Reduced
Hours of Voting in Nursing/Retirement Homes in the forthcoming
Municipal Election be approved.
5. PW06-006 — Vehicle Replacement Program — Update to 2006 Budget
THAT the approved 2006 Capital vehicle replacement budget be amended
as described within Report PW06-006.
6. PW06.007—Tender Award No. PW2006.10— Supply and Operation of
Street Sweepers
THAT Tender No. PW-2006-10, Supply and Operation of Four or More
Contracted Street Sweepers, be awarded to A&G The Road Cleaners Ltd.
at its tendered price of $32,600.00 (exclusive of GST) per year for two
years with the option to renew for an additional one year period; and
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the
Agreement between the Town of Aurora and A&G The Road Cleaners Ltd.
for the supply and operation of street sweepers.
9. PL06.021 —Bill 51 —The Planning and Conservation Land Statute Law
Amendment Act
THAT the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing be advised that the
Council of the Town of Aurora supports the proposals of Bill 51 and
requests that consideration be given to the following:
Additional wording be included in the legislation to ensure there is a
common understanding of the phrase "sustainable development";
and
ii) Consideration for and acknowledgement that the initiatives
surrounding Five Year Reviews of Official Plans to make them
compliant with Provincial Policy and three year turn around to bring
Zoning By-laws into conformity with the same could be an
additional financial burden to municipalities; and
it) Introduction of new provisions to require that where a municipality
has identified lands as part of a natural heritage system, such lands
would be conveyed to the municipality at no cost.
11. PL06-024 — Proposed Official Plan Updates pertaining to Industrial/
Commercial Designations and Economic Development
File D09-03.06
THAT Council receive as information the following overview pertaining to
Official Plan Amendment D09-03-06, Industrial/Commercial policies and
the addition of new Economic Development policies scheduled for the
March 29", 2006 Public Planning Meeting.
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General Committee Report No. 06-04 Page 3 of 7
Tuesday, February21, 2006
12. PL06-025 — Planning Applications' Status List
THAT the Planning Applications Status List be received as information.
13, PL06.026 — Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
S&R Hardware Ltd., 289 Wellington Street East
Files D09.01-05 & D14-03.05
THAT Council approve By-law 4690-05.D, being a site specific Official
Plan Amendment to the Town of Aurora Official Plan (File D09-01-05); and
THAT Council approve By-law 4691-05.D, being a site specific rezoning
By-law to amend the Town of Aurora Zoning By-law 2213-78, as amended
(File D14-03-05).
14. CS06.002 — 2006 Corporate Staff Complement Adjustments
THAT the full time staff complement adjustments for 2006 be received for
information.
CARRIED
V DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Alan Dean
Re: Aurora Lawn Bowling Club — McMahon Park
Mr. Alan Dean addressed the Committee to request assistance and expertise
from the Town of Aurora in order to maintain the greens for the Aurora Lawn
Bowling Club at McMahon Park. Mr. Dean advised that members of the Club,
with the required expertise, have undertaken this task in the past, but that these
members are now finding it difficult to assist with the maintenance, or they are no
longer members.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Leisure Services Department meet with the Aurora Lawn
Bowling Club to discuss options regarding maintenance of the greens, and
bring back a report.
CARRIED
(b) Ms Sarah Mainguy and Mr. Norbert Woerns
North -South Environmental
Re: Draft Natural Heritage Evaluation for 2C Lands
Ms Sarah Mainguy and Mr. Norbert Woerns addressed the Committee to present
the Draft Natural Heritage Evaluation that has been completed for the 2C Lands.
The delegates indicated that 48% of the land is agricultural, 14% is forest, 6% is
wetlands and the balance is cultural communities, and that there are 3 major
aquifers on the lands. Ms Mainguy advised that the Natural Heritage System
being presented includes the following:
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General Committee Report No. 06-04 Page 4 of 7
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
A framework that allows continuity of major habitats along stream
systems, incorporates steep slopes and habitat diversity;
Woodlands plus 30 metre buffers;
Provincially significant wetland ponds plus 35 m (mirrors buffers on the
west side);
Other portions of the Provincially significant wetlands plus 25 metres;
Other wetlands plus 15 metres;
Hydrologic function area;
Hydrogeologic study area.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
General Committee recommends.,
THAT, if required, the deadline for the approval of the study be extended
to March 10, 2006.
CARRIED
(c) Mr. Allister Byrne, Grant Thornton
Re: Item 1 — 2005 Audit Plan
Mr. Allister Byrne addressed the Committee to review the 2005 Audit Plan. Mr.
Byrne identified specific areas that would be reviewed in detail, which include:
the disposition of hydro funds; possible discrepancies due to turnover of senior
management positions; and changes In policies and practises regarding capital
asset accounting. Mr. Byrne advised that the audit would begin on April 10, 2006
with a view to report back in early June 2006.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
VI CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. FS06-006 —2005 Audit Plan
General Committee recommends:
THAT Council accepts, as presented by Grant Thornton, the audit plan for
the 2005 audit.
CARRIED
3. CS06.015—Council Pending List —Status Report
General Committee recommends:
THAT CS06-015 be received for information purposes.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 06-04 Page 5 of 7
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
4. PW06-005 — Approval for Supplementary Geotechnical Investigation for the
Proposed Retaining Walls on Bloomington Road
General Committee recommends:
THAT additional funds in the amount of $13,460.00 (exclusive of GST) be
allocated from the Development Charges Reserve for a supplementary
geotechnical investigatlon for the proposed retaining walls along
Bloomington Sideroad; and
THAT staff pursue the possibility of funding support from the
Region.
CARRIED
PW06-010 —Waste Diversion Strategy
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report PW06-010 entitled "Waste Diversion Strategy" be received
for information; and
THAT Council authorize staff to participate with the Region of York and
the other local municipalities in the Region in the development of a joint
waste diversion strategy; and
THAT Report PW06-010 be sent to the Environmental Advisory
Committee for information and input as appropriate; and
THAT the Region of York be informed of this decision.
CARRIED
8. PL06-020 — Application to Amend the Zoning By-law and Draft Plan of
Subdivision, Chapman Court (Kylemore Homes)
Part of Lot 80, Concession 1, E.Y.S
Files D14.13-05A & D12-05-3A (Ref: D11.10-05)
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report PL06-020, respecting files D14-13-05A and D12-05-03A
(Kylemore Homes), be received as information and staff be instructed to
prepare conditions of draft approval.
CARRIED
10. PL06-022 — Request for Street Names
Hallgrove Estates Inc., Part of Lot 20, Concession 3
Files D12.00-2A & D14-06-00
General Committee recommends:
THAT the following list of street names be allocated to the proposed
Internal streets within the proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision, D12-00-2A,
Hallgrove Estates Inc.
➢ Street "A" Major
➢ Street "B" Constable
DEFEATED
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General Committee Report No. 06-04 Page 6 of 7
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
General Committee recommends:
THAT staff review the Street Naming Policy and report back on any
suggested amendments; and
THAT staff propose an alternate name for Street "B" within the Draft Plan
of Subdivision, D12-00-2A, Hallgrove Estates Inc.
CARRIED
VIl OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Mayor Jones polled the Committee members regarding attendance at the
February 22, 2006 Public. Planning meeting and did obtain quorum.
Councillor Kean Inquired as to whether the mailbox on the southeast corner of
Wellington Street East and Leslie Street could be moved to the north side of
Wellington Street East, as it services the residents on the north side. The
Director of Public Works will review the matter.
Councillor Kean was informed by a resident that the speed limit on Wellington
Street East when coming off the 404 N has been increased to 80 km/hour and
inquired as to whether it could be reduced to 60 km/hour. The Director of Public
Works will review the matter.
Councillor Gaertner requested that important material relating to a Council or
General Committee meeting be provided to Councillors in advance of the
meeting and not as a last minute addition at the time of the meeting.
Councillor Buck inquired as to the status of the Procedural By-law review, which
was undertaken by Mr. Scott Somerville, and requested that each Councillor
receive a copy.
Councillor Buck suggested that each Member of Council should have the Rules
of Debate with them at Council and General Committee meetings and that each
Member of Council should write out their own motion, rather than relying on the
Clerk to do so.
Councillor Buck suggested that members of the Historical Society be made
aware of the history behind the Art & Culture Fund, which was started by the
Merkur family and is also contributed to by Mr. Joe Lebovic.
Councillor Kean praised the Director of Leisure Services on the letter which he
wrote in response to comments made by the Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
Councillor Vrancic advised that Wellington Street East, particularly near the
Yonge Street intersection, has not been sanded and that ice is quite built up on
the sidewalk, causing concern. The Director of Public Works will review this
matter.
Vlll IN -CAMERA
None
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General Committee Report No. 06-04 Page 7 of 7
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
IX ADJOURNMENT
General Committee recommends:
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
CARRIED
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 06-04 IS SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2006.
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COUNCIL — FEBRUARY 28, 2006 AGENDA ITEM
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. LS06-007
SUBJECT: Council Meeting Agenda Item #2 - Deferral
FROM: Allan D. Downey, Director of Leisure Services
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT Item #3 and Item #4 of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report No.
LSAC06-02 be deferred to a future Council Meeting pending discussions with the
Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
BACKGROUND
At the Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting of February 9, 2006, staff presented
Reports No. LS06-005 and Report No. LS06-006 regarding a Policy for use of sports fields
and a recommendation that the Town not enter into an Agreement with the York Region
District School Board for the use of school fields.
COMMENTS
Leisure Services Advisory Committee discussed both issues and have made
recommendations to Council for this evenings meeting. Staff and members of Council
have been contacted by the Aurora Youth Soccer Club identifying areas of concern and
requesting that further discussions take place prior to approval of the Leisure Services
Advisory Committee recommendations.
Staff recommend that these discussions take place in an effort to achieve a consensus on
the best course of action regarding these issues.
CONCLUSIONS
That Item #3 and #4 of the February 9, 2006 Leisure Services Advisory Committee Report
LSAC06-02 be deferred to a future Council meeting.
Prepared by. Allan Downey, Director of Leisure Services, Extension 4752
ALLAN D. DOWN '-
Director of Leisure Services
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COUNCIL REPORT No. LSAC06-02
SUBJECT: February 9, 2006, Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
FROM: Chair
- Councillor Vrancic
Council Members
- Councillor Gaertner, Councillor Kean
Committee Members
- Diane Buchanan, Alan Dean, Stephen Dupuis,
John Gallo, Dawn Irwin, AI Wilson
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
meeting, held on February 9, 2006, be received for information and Council
endorse the following recommendations of the Leisure Services Advisory
Committee:
2. Report LS06-004 - Leisure Services Department - Revenue Increases 2006
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse and recommend to
Council the new Leisure Services Department initiatives, as follows, in order
to achieve an additional $54,448 in revenue, and that the $70,000 target as
directed by Council not be required:
➢ Increase overall Summer Camp fees for the 2006 summer session
($20,000);
➢ Collect full fee charges from the Chamber of Commerce for the 2006
Home Show ($3,948);
➢ Implement Float Registration fees for the Canada Day and Santa Claus
Parades in 2006 ($7,500);
➢ increase Public Skating rates ($13,000);
➢ Collect 100% of the Seniors' Membership fees, at the current rate, for a
revenue increase of $4,250; and
THAT the Seniors' Membership rates be increased as follows - residents: from
$20 to $25; non-residents: from $25 to $60 - for a target increase of $5,750.
3. Report LS06-005 - Department of Leisure Services Sports Field Use Policy
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the Sports Field Use
Policy for implementation prior to the commencement of the 2006 playing
season, but that two nights of play be allowed on Class "A" facilities for 2006
and 2007, until such time as alternate options are found to allow all interested
children to play soccer through the Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
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February 28, 2006 - 2 - Report No. LSAC06-02
4. Report LS06-006- York Region District School Board Shared Fields Agreement
THAT staff be directed to advise all applicable user groups that the Town of
Aurora will not be executing the York Region District School Board (YRDSB)
Shared Fields Agreement for the 2006 playing season; and
THAT staff continue to negotiate with the York Region District School Board,
ATTACHMENTS
1. Copy of Committee Record No. LSAC06-02.
Prepared by: Carol Clark, Council/Committee Secretary, ext. 4227
Councillor Damir Vrancic, Chair
Leisure Services Advisory Committee
COUNCIL — FEBRUARY 28, 2006 ATTACHMENT - 1
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LEISURE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING NO, 06-02
Date: February 9, 2006
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m., Leksand Room, Aurora Town Hall,
1 Municipal Drive
Committee Members: Councillor Vrancic, Chair, Councillor Gaertner, Councillor
Kean, Diane Buchanan, Alan Dean, Stephen Dupuis, John
Gallo, Dawn Irwin
Staff Attendees: Allan Downey, Director of Leisure Services
Carol Clark, Council/Committee Secretary
Absent: Al Wilson
Other Attendees: Jim Tree, Parks Manager
Councillor Vrancic, Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by Alan Dean
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Leisure Services Department
be approved.
CARRIED
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 06-02 Page 2 of 5
Thursday, February 9, 2006
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting, Record No. 06-01, dated
Thursday, January 12, 2006
Moved by Stephen Dupuis
Seconded by Dane Buchanan
THAT Meeting Record No. 06-01 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
2. Report LS06-004 - Leisure Services Department - Revenue Increases 2006
Moved by Stephen Dupuis Seconded by John Gallo
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse and recommend to
Council the new Leisure Services Department initiatives, as follows, in order to
achieve an additional $54,448 in revenue, and that the $70,000 target as directed
by Council not be required:
➢ Increase overall Summer Camp fees for the 2006 summer session
($20,000);
➢ Collect full fee charges from the Chamber of Commerce for the 2006 Home
Show ($3,948);
➢ Implement Float Registration fees for the Canada Day and Santa Claus
Parades in 2006 ($7,500);
➢ Increase Public Skating rates ($13,000);
➢ Collect 100% of the Seniors' Membership fees, at the current rate, for a
revenue increase of $4,250.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the recommendation, it
was:
Moved by Alan Dean Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the Seniors' Membership rates be increased as follows - residents: from
$20 to $25; non-residents: from $25 to $60 -for a target increase of $5,750.
The recommendation was CARRIED AS AMENDED.
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 06-02 Page 3 of 5
Thursday, February 9, 2006
3. Report LS06-005 — Department of Leisure Services Sports Field Use Policy
Moved by Alan Dean Seconded by Stephen Dupuis
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the Sports Field Use
Policy for implementation prior to the commencement of the 2006 playing season,
subject to any comments or revisions as recommended by the Leisure Services
Advisory Committee.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by Diane Buchanan
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee endorse the Sports Field Use
Policy for implementation prior to the commencement of the 2006 playing season,
but that two nights of play be allowed on Class "A" facilities for 2006 and 2007,
until such time as alternate options are found to allow all interested children to
play soccer through the Aurora Youth Soccer Club.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
5. Report LS06-006 — York Region District School Board Shared Fields
Agreement
The Director of Leisure Services reviewed the Shared Fields Agreement, proposed by
the York Region District School Board and suggested that the Town not enter into the
agreement, due to the agreement being one-sided in favour of the School Board.
Moved by John Gallo
Seconded by Nigel Kean
THAT this meeting be extended beyond 9:00 p.m. in order to address the
remaining items on the agenda.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by Alan Dean
THAT staff be directed to advise all applicable user groups that the Town of
Aurora will not be executing the York Region District School Board (YRDSB)
Shared Fields Agreement for the 2006 playing season; and
THAT staff continue to negotiate with the York Region District School Board.
CARRIED
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 06-02 Page 4 of 5
Thursday, February 9, 2006
Councillor Kean left the meeting at 9:10 p.m.
4. Motion from Council Meeting No. 14-10 held March 30, 2004 —Youth Centre -
Councillor Request
Councillor Gaertner suggested that a sub -committee be formed in order to investigate
options for a Youth Centre and, to that end, will be providing suggested Terms of
Reference and committee composition for the next Leisure Services Advisory Committee
meeting agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
6. Update of the Town of Aurora's Strategic Plan — Survey Questions
The Director of Leisure Services requested each member of the Committee to submit
their answers to the questionnaire regarding the Strategic Plan Update to Cindy Janzen,
Administrative Assistant to the CAO, no later than March 1, 2006.
Stephen Dupuis left the meeting at 9:20 p.m.
SUB-COMMITTEE/UPDATES
7. Youth Action Sub -Committee
The Minutes of the Youth Action Sub -Committee meeting held January 18, 2006 were
received for information.
8. Special Events Committee
None
9. Leash Free Dog Park
None
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 06-02 Page 5 of 5
Thursday, February 9, 2006
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
The Director of Leisure Services reported, as previously requested by John Gallo, on
Civic Square Park, advising that the budget was $230,000 and $151,786.77 was actually
spent. John Gallo advised that he will provide a list of items to the Director of Leisure
Services, that were originally requested for the park but were not actually implemented,
in order that the Director may respond to his concerns.
OTHER BUSINESS BY MEMBERS
Dawn Irwin advised that a draft has been created regarding the criteria for the Good
Neighbour Civic Award, which she will provide to the Director of Leisure Services by
March 1 st for consideration on the next Leisure Services Advisory Committee agenda.
John Gallo advised that six groups of ratepayers have met in order to review whether
they have any common issues to address, and that John advised them that if the Leisure
Services Advisory Committee needs any input from the executives of the ratepayer
groups, that they would be happy to participate.
The Director of Leisure Services advised that he has met with Mr. Gordon Barnes
regarding the Arboretum and that matters are moving forward regarding costing and
phasing and that he is optimistic that an update will be provided to the Leisure Services'
Advisory Committee in March.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Alan Dean
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
CARRIED
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COUNCIL — FEBRUARY 28, 2006 LWENDAITEM#
'TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. AHC 06-02
SUBJECT: February 20, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
FROM: Stan Rycombel (Chair), Margaret Brevik, Diane Fergueson,
Councillor Nigel Kean, Walter Mestrinaro, John McIntyre, Bob McRoberts
Michael Palluch, Councillor Ron Wallace
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Committee Record
THAT the Committee Record of the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora
meeting held on February 20, 2006 be received and that the following
recommendations be endorsed.
2. 34 Catherine Ave — Proposed Reconstruction
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that Option #2 as
presented in the report from the Community Planner be adopted and that Council
be requested to enact a by-law establishing a Heritage Conservation District
study area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V, Section 40.1, of the Ontario
Heritage Act.
3. Heritage Property Tax Relief
THAT the delegation by Ms. Mary Powell-Perryment regarding the property tax
relief program for heritage property owners in the Town of Aurora be received;
and
THAT the proposal to implement a program for heritage properties in the Town of
Aurora be reviewed at a later date once the Heritage District has been
established.
4. Old House Restoration Workshop - Debrief
THAT the Old House Restoration Workshop — Debrief, as provided by Mr.
Michael Seaman, Community Planner, be received.
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5. Town of Aurora Strategic Plan
THAT the correspondence Re: Town of Aurora Strategic Plan be received.
6. Making Ontario's Heritage Accessible
THAT the correspondence Re: Making Ontario's Heritage Accessible be received
as information.
7. York Heritage Network Meetinq
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora agrees to host the forthcoming
meeting of the York Heritage Network, an association of municipal heritage
committees in York Region, on Tuesday, April 25, 2006, at Hillary House; and
THAT Stan Rycombel attend the meeting on behalf of the Heritage Advisory
Committee.
8. 106 Wells Street — Heritage Designation
THAT the Percy and Clara Pugh House at 106 Wells Street be designated under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Carol Farrenkoph and Robert Duncan McGregor be thanked
for their commitment to preservation of this significant heritage building.
9. 88 Wells Street — Heritage Designation
THAT the Roderick and Ethel Smith House at 88 Wells Street be designated
under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Herder be thanked for their commitment to
preservation of this significant heritage building.
10. Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage Leaders Program
THAT the correspondence Re: Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage Leaders
Program be received.
11. Appointment of Mr. David Walker to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Advisory Sub -Committee
THAT David Walker be appointed to serve on the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Advisory Sub -Committee.
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February 28, 2006 - 3 - Report No. 06-02
12. 66 Wellington Street East — Zoning Amendment
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 66 Wellington
Street East be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the proposed
application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be provided:
• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage building
to the satisfaction of the Community Planner;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the owner
agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage
Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage research
report on the house at 66 Wellington Street to a future meeting of the Heritage
Advisory Committee of Aurora.
13. 15 Mosley Street — Zoning Amendment
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 15 Mosley
Street be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the proposed
application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be provided:
• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner as well as details of
the design of the proposed front yard gazebo;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the owner
agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage research
report on the house at 15 Mosley Street to a future meeting of the Heritage
Advisory Committee of Aurora.
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February 28, 2006 - 4 - Report No. 06-02
14. Heritage Information Brochures
THAT the following brochures about the Town of Aurora Heritage Program be
endorsed with modifications:
• Designation under the Ontario Heritage Act;
• The Historical Signage Program;
• The Aurora Heritage Program;
• The Northeast Old Aurora Heritage District.
15. Heritage Week Trust Event Elvin Theatre
That the information concerning the Ontario Heritage Trust event for Ontario
Heritage Week, February 20, 2006 be received.
16. Ontario Heritage Week Proclamation
That the information concerning the proclamation declaring Heritage Day and
Ontario Heritage Week be received.
17. Ontario Heritage Act - Regulations
THAT the information from the Ministry of Culture be received.
ATTACHMENTS
Committee Record 06-02
Prepam&y B. Panizza
S. Rydombel, Chair
Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora
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ATTACHMENT-1
HERITAGE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE of AURORA
RECORD
NO. 06-02
Committee: Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora
Date: Monday, February, 20, 2006
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m. Holland Room, Town Hall
Committee Members: Stan Rycombel (Chair), Diane Fergueson, Bob McRoberts,
Walter Mestrinaro, Michael Palluch, Councillor Kean, Councillor
Wallace
Absent: Margaret Brevik, John McIntyre
Staff: Bob Panizza, Michael Seaman, Karyn Bagley
Stan Rycombel, Committee Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved.
CARRIED
APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES
Moved by B. McRoberts
Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the minutes of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation
District Study Advisory Sub -Committee No. 06-01 of January 16, 2006, and
No. 06-02 of February 2, 2006, be adopted.
CARRIED
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DELEGATIONS
Mr. Russ Gregory Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine Avenue
Mr. Russ Gregory of Woodland Construction and the Gregory Design Group
appeared before the Heritage Advisory Committee on behalf of the owner of 34
Catherine Avenue, Mr. John Maugeri. Mr. Gregory indicated he was aware of the
concerns by area residents with his client's proposal for 34 Catherine Avenue,
primarily with the proposed changes to the roof, the addition to the building and
fagade, and the removal of two trees on the property. To address these concerns,
Mr. Gregory advised the Committee that an arborist's report will be prepared for
the property, and that he is willing to resubmit the drawings to Planning staff to
maintain the existing roof.
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the delegation by Mr. Russ Gregory Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine
Avenue, be received.
CARRIED
Mr. George Steeves Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine Avenue
Mr. George Steeves expressed his concerns to the Committee over the major
changes being proposed to 34 Catherine Avenue, including the removal of the
trees on the property, the proposed addition to the building, and that the proposed
changes do not preserve the heritage values of the community. Mr. Steeves
advised the Committee that he is in support of Option 2 as presented by the
Community Planner, in the report to the Committee.
Moved by Councillor Wallace
Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the delegation by Mr. George Steeves Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine
Avenue, be received.
CARRIED
Mr. Vaughn Dues Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine Avenue
Mr. Vaughn Dues expressed his objection to the proposed changes to 34
Catherine Avenue, specifically with the proposed change to the roof style. Mr.
Dues feels that approving the building permit for this heritage property will change
the character of the area and will be setting a bad precedent for future
applications. Mr. Dues advised the Committee that he is in support of Option 2 as
presented by the Community Planner, in the report to the Committee.
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Moved by D. Fergueson Seconded by M. Palluch
THAT the delegation by Mr. Vaughan Dues Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine
Avenue, be received.
CARRIED
Mr. Rino Roncadin Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine Avenue
Mr. Rino Roncadin addressed the Committee regarding 34 Catherine Avenue
expressing his disapproval over the proposed alterations to the house, the
removal of the trees on the property, and the new fagade finish. Mr. Roncadin
also feels that approving the building permit for this property would be setting a
bad precedent. Mr. Roncadin advised the Committee that he is in support of
Option 2 as presented by the Community Planner, in the report to the Committee.
Moved by W. Mestrinaro
Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the delegation by Mr. Russ Gregory Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine
Avenue, be received.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT Ms. Michelle Haney-Kileeg be granted delegation status.
CARRIED
Ms. Michelle Haney-Kileeg Re: Item #1, 34 Catherine Avenue
Ms. Haney-Kileeg expressed her concerns to the Committee on the proposed
changes to 34 Catherine Avenue. Ms. Haney-Kileeg advised the Committee that
she is in support of Option 2 as presented by the Community Planner, in the
report to the Committee.
Moved by W. Mestrinaro
Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the delegation by Ms. Michelle Haney-Kileeg Re: Item #1, 34
Catherine Avenue, be received.
CARRIED
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Monday, February 20, 2006
Page 4 of 8
1. 34 Catherine Ave. - Proposed Reconstruction
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that Option #2 as
presented in the report from the Community Planner be adopted and that
Council be requested to enact a by-law establishing a Heritage
Conservation District study area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V,
Section 40.1, of the Ontario Heritage Act.
dCc
DELEGATION
Ms. Mary Powell-Perryment Re: Agenda Item #2, Heritage Property Tax Relief
Ms. Mary Powell-Perryment addressed the Committee regarding a Heritage
Property Tax Relief.
2. Heritage Property Tax Relief
Moved by Councillor Wallace
Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the delegation by Ms. Mary Powell-Perryment regarding the
property tax relief program for heritage property owners in the Town of
Aurora be received: and
THAT the proposal to implement a program for heritage properties in the
Town of Aurora be reviewed at a later date once the Heritage District has
been established.
CARRIED
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
3. Old House Restoration Workshop - Debrief
Moved by B. McRoberts
Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the Old House Restoration Workshop - Debrief, as provided by Mr.
Michael Seaman, Community Planner, be received.
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Monday, February 20, 2006
4. Town of Aurora Strategic Plan
Moved by D. Fergueson Seconded by B. McRoberts
THAT the correspondence Re: Town of Aurora Strategic Plan be received.
CARRIED
5. Making Ontario's Heritage Accessible
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Kean
THAT the correspondence Re: Making Ontario's Heritage Accessible be
received as information.
CARRIED
6. York Heritage Network Meeting
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by B. McRoberts
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora agrees to host the
forthcoming meeting of the York Heritage Network, an association of
municipal heritage committees in York Region, on Tuesday, April 25, 2006,
at Hillary House; and
THAT Stan Rycombel attend the meeting on behalf of the Heritage
Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
7. 106 Wells Street — Heritage Designation
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by B. McRoberts
THAT the Percy and Clara Pugh House at 106 Wells Street be designated
under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Carol Farrenkoph and Robert Duncan McGregor be
thanked for their commitment to preservation of this significant heritage
building.
CARRIED
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88 Wells Street — Heritage Designation
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the Roderick and Ethel Smith House at 88 Wells Street be
designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Herder be thanked for their commitment to
preservation of this significant heritage building.
CARRIED
Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage Leaders Program
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by W. Mestrinaro
THAT the correspondence Re: Ontario Heritage Trust Young Heritage
Leaders Program be received.
CARRIED
Appointment of Mr. David Walker to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Advisory Sub -Committee
Moved by B. McRoberts
Seconded by W. Mestrinaro
THAT David Walker be appointed to serve on the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Advisory Sub -Committee.
CARRIED
66 Wellington Street East —Zoning Amendment
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 66
Wellington Street East be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the
proposed application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be
provided:
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• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the
owner agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage
research report on the house at 66 Wellington Street to a future meeting of
the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
CARRIED
12. 15 Mosley Street — Zoning Amendment
Moved by B. McRoberts Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the information concerning the application for rezoning for 15 Mosley
Street be received; and
THAT the commentary of the Community Planner with respect to the
proposed application forwarded to the applicant; and
THAT as part of any site plan application on the lands the following be
provided:
• Elevation details of any proposed alterations to the existing heritage
building to the satisfaction of the Community Planner as well as
details of the design of the proposed front yard gazebo;
• As per the objectives of the Official Plan heritage policies that the
owner agree to the designation of the building under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act; and
THAT the Community Planner be requested to bring forward a heritage
research report on the house at 15 Mosley Street to a future meeting of the
Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
CARRIED
13. Heritage Information Brochures
Moved by B. McRoberts
Seconded by M. Palluch
THAT the following brochures about the Town of Aurora Heritage Program
be endorsed with modifications:
• Designation under the Ontario Heritage Act;
• The Historical Signage Program;
• The Aurora Heritage Program;
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• The Northeast Old Aurora Heritage District.
CARRIED
14. Heritage Week Trust Event Elvin Theatre
Moved by B. McRoberts Seconded by D. Fergueson
That the information concerning the Ontario Heritage Trust event for
Ontario Heritage Week, February 20, 2006 be received.
CARRIED
15. Ontario Heritage Week Proclamation
Moved by B. McRoberts Seconded by D. Fergueson
That the information concerning the proclamation declaring Heritage Day
and Ontario Heritage Week be received.
CARRIED
16. Ontario Heritage Act - Regulations
Moved by B. McRoberts
Seconded by D. Fergueson
THAT the information from the Ministry of Culture be received.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by B. McRoberts
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
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F±GENRArrE1%'j:
-TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. EAC06-02
SUBJECT: February 13, 2006 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
FROM: Chair - Councillor Gaertner
Committee Members - Robert Cook, Darryl Moore, Peter Piersol
David Tomlinson, Sue Walmer and Klaus
Wehrenberg
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee
meeting, held on February 13, 2006 be received for information and Council
endorse the following recommendations of the Environmental Advisory
Committee:
2. Region of York - Media Release
The Regional Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development
to Convert Waste Into Alternative Fuel
(deferred from January 9, 2006 meeting)
THAT the Region of York - Media Release regarding The Regional
Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development to Convert Waste
into Alternative Fuel be received for information.
3. PIN 06-002
Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb
(part of report deferred from January 9, 2006)
THAT PW 06-002 Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb be
received for information.
4. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise By-law
THAT the Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services regarding the
Proposed New Noise By-law be received for information.
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February 28, 2006 - 2 - Report No. EAC06-02
5. Environmental Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
THAT the Town Clerk be requested to advise the Environmental Advisory
Committee on how it can continue to act as an Advisory Committee to Council
during the electoral transition period; and
THAT Corporate Services staff provide comments on a re -organizational
structure for the Environmental Advisory Committee with Working Groups
rather than Sub -Committees.
6. Newmarket Eco-Community
a) Background information (presented at January 9, 2006 EAC)
b) January 17, 2006 Council Extract- Correspondence from
Councillor Kean regarding Stickwood Walker ECO Homes
c) Proposed recommendation submitted by Klaus Wehrenberg
d) New Call for Applications for Funding by Sustainable
Development Technology Canada.
THAT Environmental Advisory Committee recommends to Council that Town
land that is sold shall contain, as a condition of sale, environmentally
progressive development conditions
7, Environmental Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT the Chairs of the Sub -Committees submit any revised items on the
Pending List to Corporate Service staff before the next meeting of the
Environmental Advisory Committee.
S. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update - Questions for Stakeholder
THAT written submissions from the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub -Committee,
along with any discussions from this meeting, be compiled by the By-
laws/Policy/Planning Sub -Committee Chair and submitted to the Town of
Aurora Strategic Plan Process on behalf of the Environmental Advisory
Committee.
9. Informational Items
THAT Agenda items #9 through to #16, with the exception of #10 and #13, be
received for information.
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February 28, 2006 .3- Report No. EAC06-02
10. FCM — New Funding Opportunity for Energy Projects
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that the Town of
Aurora take advantage of FCM's New Funding Opportunity for Energy
Projects.
11. Correspondence from Mr. Bill Fisch, Regional Chair
Regional Municipality of York— Towards a Sustainable Regional Symposium,
March 3, 2006
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee appoints Peter Piersol and
Klaus Wehrenberg to attend the March 3, 2006, Regional Symposium.
12. Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Development
Natural Heritage Study (2C) Open House
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that David
Tomlinson's comments be presented on behalf of the Committee to the 2C
Natural Heritage Study.
13 By-laws/Policy/Planning
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee requeststaff to review the draft
report on the Pesticide By-law research and advise the Committee on the
process to implement.
14. December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub -committee
(deferred from January 9, 2006, meeting)
THAT the December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub -
Committee be received; and
THAT a workshop be set up in a Town facility at the end of March or early
April for the construction and assembly of nest boxes.
15. Seminar Information — "Down Draft" presented by Windfall Ecology Centre
THAT the Sub -Committees Reports/Updates be moved on the Environmental
Advisory Committee agendas to be discussed prior to the Matters Arising
from Previous Minutes and Informational Items sections; and
THAT the verbal resignation provided by Sue Walmer of lldi Connor from the
Public Awareness/Education Sub -Committee be received with regret; and
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2006
February 28, 2006
Report No. EAC06-02
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub -Committee be permitted to book a
room at the Library for three seminars, one at the end of May and two in the
fall; and
THAT the expenditure of approximately$150.00 perseminarbe approved, and
THAT a gulling day be organized to take place at either the end of May or in
October by the Environmental Advisory Committee; and
THAT $150.00 be approved forrefreshments to be provided at the York Region
Environmental Advisory Forum on March 27, 2006; and
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee be authorized by Council as
part of the East Holland River Valley Naturalization Program to apply for
grants annually from the T.D. Trust and other agencies to purchase plants,
brush blanket, mulch and rodent guards to plant a minimum of 400 trees in
the valley and a further 400 trees in the fall.
BACKGROUND
Attached for the information of Council are the Minutes of the Environmental Advisory
Committee Meeting EAC06-02, held on February 13 2006.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Copy of Committee Record No. EAC06-01.
Reviewed by, Councillor Gaertner, Chair, Environmental Advisory Committee
Prepared by: Karen Ewart, Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy Clerk, ext. 4222
LJ 'e--hil
1
Councillor Wencly Gaertner, Chair
Envisory Committee
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COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 28, 2006 ATTACHMENT - 1
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECORD
MEETING NO, 06-02
Date: Monday, February 13, 2006
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m., Leksand Room, Aurora Town Hall,
1 Municipal Drive
Present: Councillor Gaertner, Chair, Robert Cook, Darryl Moore, Peter
Piersol, David Tomlinson, Sue Walmer and Klaus
Wehrenberg
Absent:
Councillor Morris, Ellen Mole
Staff Attendees: Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works
Chris Alexander, By-law Services Co-ordinator
Karyn Bagley, Council/Committee Secretary
Councillor Gaertner called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved.
CARRIED
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Monday, February 13, 2006
Page 2 of 8
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
Record No. 06-01, dated Monday, January 9, 2006
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
THAT Meeting Record No. 06-01 dated Monday, January 9, 2006, be
adopted as printed and circulated by Corporate Services.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
None.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES
2. Region of York — Media Release
The Regional Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development
to Convert Waste Into Alternative Fuel
(deferred from January 9, 2006 meeting)
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT the Region of York — Media Release regarding The Regional
Municipality of York to Contract with Dongara Development to Convert
Waste into Alternative Fuel be received for information.
CARRIED
3. PW 06-002
Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb
(part of report deferred from January 9, 2006)
Peter Piersol arrived to the meeting at 7:14 p.m.
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by David Tomlinson
THAT PW 06-002 Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the
Curb be received for information.
CARRIED
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 06-02
Monday, February 13, 2006
Moved by Darryl Moore
Page 3 of 8
Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
THAT Agenda Item #7, Memorandum from the Director of Corporate
Services Re: Proposed New Noise By-law, be brought forward at this time,
7. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise By-law
Mr. Chris Alexander provided the Committee with an overview of the new Noise
By-law which will be presented to Council at the March 21, 2006 meeting after it
has been reviewed by the Environmental and Economic Development Advisory
Committees. Ads will be placed in the local paper to notify residents of the
changes to the Noise By-law and to allow for public input. Mr. Alexander also
advised that exemptions to the By-law can be granted to residents or businesses
upon application and subsequent Council approval.
Moved by Klaus Wehrenberg Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT the Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services regarding
the Proposed New Noise By-law be received for information.
CARRIED
3A. Environmental Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
Moved by Sue Walmer
THAT the Town Clerk be requested
Committee on how it can continue
Council during the electoral transition
CARRIED
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Darryl Moore
to advise the Environmental Advisory
to act as an Advisory Committee to
period.
Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
THAT Corporate Services staff provide comments on a re -organizational
structure for the Environmental Advisory Committee with Working Groups
rather than Sub -Committees.
CARRIED
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 06-02
Monday, February 13, 2006
4. Newmarket Eco-Community
a)
Background information (presented at January 9, 2006 EAC)
b)
January 17, 2006 Council Extract — Correspondence from
Councillor Kean regarding Stickwood Walker ECO Homes
c)
Proposed recommendation submitted by Klaus Wehrenberg
d)
New Call for Applications for Funding by Sustainable
Development Technology Canada.
Moved by Klaus Wehrenberg
Page 4 of 8
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT Environmental Advisory Committee recommends to Council that
Town land that is sold shall contain, as a condition of sale, environmentally
progressive development conditions.
CARRIED
Moved by Darryl Moore Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the meeting be extended past 9:00 p.m.
CARRIED
6. Environmental Advisory Committee Pending List
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT the Chairs of the Sub -Committees submit any revised items on the
Pending List to Corporate Service staff before the next meeting of the
Environmental Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE/MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
8. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update — Questions for Stakeholder
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
THAT written submissions from the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub -
Committee, along with any discussions from this meeting, be compiled by
the By-laws/Policy/Planning Sub -Committee Chair and submitted to the
Town of Aurora Strategic Plan Process on behalf of the Environmental
Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
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nvtronmental Advisory G''ommittee Record No. 06-02 Page 5 of 8
Monday, February 13, 2006
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
9. Town of Newmarket — Media Release
Newmarket gets 'green' light for first eco-housing subdivision in Canada
11. Press Release — Ministry of Municipal Affairs
Ontario Government Permanently Protects Crucial Headwaters in Rouge
River Watershed
12, York Durham Sewage System Media Release
Dewatering reduced by 60 percent on 16th Avenue Phase II project
14. York Regional Council Highlights
15. Region of York — Media Release
York Regional Council requires infrastructure funding and approvals to
Implement Placed to Grow
16. Correspondence from Councillor Morris
Region of York — Focus on Our Environment — York Region State of the
Environment Report - 2005
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT Agenda Items #9 through to #16, with the exception of #10 and #13,
be received for information.
CARRIED
10. FCM — New Funding Opportunity for Energy Projects
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommends that the Town
of Aurora take advantage of FCM's New Funding Opportunity for Energy
Projects.
CARRIED
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nvironmental A wsory dommittee Record No. 06-02 Page 6 of 8
Monday, February 13, 2006
13. Correspondence from Mr. Bill Fisch, Regional Chair
Regional Municipality of York - Towards a Sustainable Regional Symposium,
March 3, 2006
Moved by Darryl Moore
Seconded by David Tomlinson
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee appoints Peter Piersol and
Klaus Wehrenberg to attend the March 3, 2006, Regional Symposium.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
17. Budget Management
The Director of Public Works explained to the Committee that expenses to be paid
for out of the Environmental Advisory Committee's budget are to be forwarded to
him, with the receipts attached, for authorization. The Director of Public Works
requested that anticipated expenses should be discussed and approved by the
Committee first before being sent to his attention. The Committee agreed upon a
petty cash limit of $50.00 and that a report from the Treasurer on the Committee's
expenditures to date is to be included on each meeting agenda.
SUB -COMMITTEES REPORTS/UPDATES
2C Natural Heritage Study
18. Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Development
Natural Heritage Study (2C) Open House
Moved by Sue Walmer
THAT the Environmental Advisory
Tomlinson's comments be presented
Natural Heritage Study.
CARRIED
By-laws/Policy/Planning
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
Committee recommends that David
on behalf of the Committee to the 2C
Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee request staff to review the
draft report on the Pesticide By-law research and advise the Committee on
the process to implement.
CARRIED
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Environmental Advisory dommittee Record No. 06-02 Page 7 of 8
Monday, February 13, 2006
Naturalization/Wildlife
19. December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub -committee
(deferred from January 9, 2006, meeting)
Moved by David Tomlinson
Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the December 7, 2005, Minutes of the Naturalization/Wildlife Sub -
Committee be received.
CARRIED
Moved by David Tomlinson Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT a workshop be set up in a Town facility at the end of March or early
April for the construction and assembly of nest boxes.
CARRIED
Public Awareness/Education
20. Seminar Information -"Down Draft" presented by Windfall Ecology Centre
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Peter Piersol
THAT the Sub -Committees Reports/Updates be moved on the
Environmental Advisory Committee agendas to be discussed prior to the
Matters Arising from Previous Minutes and Informational Items sections.
CARRIED
Moved by David Tomlinson Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the verbal resignation provided by Sue Walmer of Ildi Connor from
the Public Awareness/Education Sub -Committee be received with regret.
CARRIED
Moved by Sue Walmer Seconded by Klaus Wehrenberg
THAT the Public Awareness/Education Sub -Committee be permitted to
book a room at the Library for three seminars, one at the end of May and
two in the fall; and
THAT the expenditure of approximately $150.00 per seminar be approved.
CARRIED
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CO�vironmental AOdvRsoryBCommMee Record No. 06-02 Page 8 of 8
Monday, February 13, 2006
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT a gulling day be organized to take place at either the end of May or
in October by the Environmental Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
Moved by Sue Walmer Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT $150.00 be approved for refreshments to be provided at the York
Region Environmental Advisory Forum on March 27, 2006.
CARRIED
Moved by David Tomlinson Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee be authorized by Council as
part of the East Holland River Valley Naturalization Program to apply for
grants annually from the T.D. Trust and other agencies to purchase plants,
brush blanket, mulch and rodent guards to plant a minimum of 400 trees in
the valley and a further 400 trees in the fall.
CARRIED
Waste Management
Robert Cook advised the Committee that after meeting with the Director of Leisure
Services and the Supervisor at the Aurora Community Centre that the Aurora
Community Centre is going to be set up with a blue box diversion program.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Darryl Moore
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:07 p.m.
IRS
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2006 E
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TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT
No. EDAC06-02
SUBJECT: February 15, 2006, Economic Development Advisory Committee
Meeting
FROM: Acting Chair - Councillor Vrancic
Committee Members - David Amborski, Lisa Cruickshank, Gabriela
Dragomir and Richard Wizemann
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the Committee Record of the Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting 06-02 held on February 15, 2006 be received as
information and the following recommendations of the Economic
Development Advisory Committee be endorsed.
2. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting No. 06-01, dated
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
THAT Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Report No. 06-
01 be adopted as printed and circulated.
3. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise By-law
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services - Proposed
New Noise By-law be received for information; and
THAT Members of the Economic Development Advisory Committee forward
any comments pertaining to the proposed Noise By-law, to the Director of
Corporate Services.
4. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update - Questions for Stakeholder
THAT correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer - Aurora
Strategic Plan Update - Questions for Stakeholder be received and that
Members of the Committee are encouraged to complete the on-line
questionnaire by March 1, 2006.
5. Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan Region
Economic influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand in
the Greater Golden Horseshoe
THAT the Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan
Region Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand
in the Greater Golden Horseshoe be received for information.
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February 28, 2006 -2- Report No. EDAC06-02
6. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of January 5, 2006
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes of
January 5, 2006 be received.
7. Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee
Minutes of February 2, 2006
THAT the Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes
of February 2, 2006 be received.
8. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of February 9, 2006
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes of
February 9, 2006 be received.
BACKGROUND
Attached.for the information of Council are the Minutes of the Economic Development
Advisory Committee Meeting 06-02, held on February 15, 2006.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Copy of Committee Record No. 06-02
Prepared by., Karen Ewart, Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy Clerk, ext. #4222
Councillor Vrancic, Acting Chair
Economic Development Advisory Committee
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ATTACHMENT -1
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY
COMMITTEE RECORD
MEETING NO. 06-02
Committee: Economic Development Advisory Committee
Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Time and Location: 7:30 a.m., Council Chambers - Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Vrancic, Acting Chair and, David Amborski, Lisa
Cruickshank, Gabriela Dragomir, Richard Wizemann
Absent: Councillors Kean and Morris and Jim Beechey, Dino
Lombardi
Other Attendees: John Rogers, Chief Administrative Co-ordinator, Bob
Panizza, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Sue,
Seibert, Director of Planning, and Karen Ewart,
Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy Clerk
Councillor Vrancic, Acting Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:35 a.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OFAGENDA
Moved by David Amborski
Seconded by Gabriela Dragomir
THAT the content of the Agenda and the following additional items be approved:
Item 10 - Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes
of February 2, 2006
Item 11 — (NEW) Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes
of February 9, 2006
CARRIED
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 06-02 Page 2 of 5
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
1. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting No. 06-01, dated
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir Seconded by David Amborski
THAT Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Report No.
06-01 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
2. Ms Dana Anderson, Meridian Planning Consultants
Official Plan Policy Changes
Ms Anderson provided the Committee with an overview of the study being under
taken regarding the Official Plan Update. The purpose of the study is as follows:
— ensure designated employment areas meet the current and future
employment needs of the Town;
— ensure the employment land retention strategy is implemented;
— review and update the current commercial land use designations and policies
to ensure that they meet the current and future needs of the Town; and
— formalize the Town's Economic Development Strategy into the Town's Official
Plan.
Ms Anderson advised the Committee that Phase 1 of the study has been
completed and provided to staff. Phase 2 will be presenting options to Council in
consultation with the public and will be circulated soon.
Ms. Anderson further advised that the Historic Downtown Core will be addressed
under a separate designation and a detailed study of this area is not part of the
mandate of Meridian Planning Consultants at this time. In response to an
enquiry from the Committee, Ms Anderson presented the example of the
development of box stores in Clarington and that the historic area of Bowanville
received residual benefits from the box stores.
An enquiry was made with respect to the availability of power. Ms Anderson
advised that the policies regarding co -generation facilities within industrial areas
and alternate means of generating power will be included in the Official Plan.
The Director of Planning informed the Committee that the intent of the review
was to update the Official Plan and have broad policies in place. The Director
confirmed that the Historic Core will need a separate study including dealing with
residential intensification with a lot of public input. The Director further advised
the Committee that pursuant to the requirements of the Planning Act, revisions to
the Official Plan are subject to a public meeting.
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 06-02 Page 3 of 5
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
The Committee requested that the presentation and a copy of the Phase 1 report
be circulated to the Members of the Economic Development Advisory
Committee.
NEW BUSINESS
3. FCM New Funding Opportunity for Energy Projects
The Chair advised the Committee that Council requested at the February 14,
2006 Council meeting that this matter be referred to staff for possible
identification of any projects.
Moved by Lisa Cruickshank
Seconded by Gabriela Dragomir
THAT the information from FCM regarding New Funding Opportunity for
Energy Projects be received for information.
CARRIED
4. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services
Proposed New Noise By-law
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir Seconded by David Amborski
THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services -
Proposed New Noise By-law be received for information; and
THAT Members of the Economic Development Advisory Committee
forward any comments pertaining to the proposed Noise By-law, to the
Director of Corporate Services.
Al o,
5. Correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer
Aurora Strategic Plan Update — Questions for Stakeholder
Moved by Lisa Cruickshank Seconded by Gabriela Dragomir
THAT correspondence from the Chief Administrative Officer - Aurora
Strategic Plan Update — Questions for Stakeholder be received and that
Members of the Committee are encouraged to complete the on-line
questionnaire by March 1, 2006.
C«717 TWo
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 06-02 Page 4 of 5
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
6. Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan Region
Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand in the
Greater Golden Horseshoe
Moved by Richard Wizemann Seconded by Gabriela Dragomir
THAT the Report Highlights - Neptis Studies in the Toronto Metropolitan
Region Economic Influences on Population Growth and Housing Demand
in the Greater Golden Horseshoe be received for information.
CARRIED
7. Economic Development Advisory Board Pending List
The Economic Development Advisory Board Pending List was deferred to the
next meeting.
8. Sponsorship - Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards
The matter of Sponsorship of the Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement
Awards was deferred to the next meeting.
SUB-COMMITTEE/UPDATES
Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee
9. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of January 5, 2006
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir Seconded by David Amborski
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes of
January 5, 2006 be received.
CARRIED
10. Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of February 2,
2006
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir Seconded by David Amborski
THAT the Revised Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee
minutes of February 2, 2006 be received.
CARRIED
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 06-02 Page 5 of 5
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
11. Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee Minutes of February 9, 2006
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir Seconded by David Amborski
THAT the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub -Committee minutes of
February 9, 2006 be received.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Lisa Cruickshank
THAT the meeting adjourn at 9:03 a.m.
CARRIED
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TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT
No. CS06-016
SUBJECT: 2006 Municipal Elections — Question/referendum on the Ballot
FROM: Bob Panizza, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT staff report CS06-016 be received; and
That a public meeting be convened on April 18, 2006 in order to receive public input
on a proposal to include a question/referendum on the ballot for the 2006 Municipal
Elections regarding the establishment of electoral wards.
BACKGROUND
At the February 14`" Council meeting, direction was provided to staff to prepare a report
regarding the inclusion of a question on the 2006 municipal election. This request was
generated as a result of a presentation and accompanying letter by Mr. S. Granger
requesting Council's consideration for a question on the forthcoming election ballot related
to the establishment of electoral wards. Copies of the Council extract and subject letter is
attached as Appendix #1 and #2 to this report.
Proposal
Council has received a request from a member of the public to consider the placement
of a question, often known as a referendum, on the election ballot for the forthcoming
municipal elections. The proposal that has been presented is to seek public opinion on
the possibility of establishing electoral wards for future municipal elections following the
2006 elections. It should be noted that any question presented on the ballot should be
clear, concise and require either a yes or no answer. Thus a sample question that
could be utilized for this process would be:
ARE YOU IN FAVOUR OF IMPLEMENTING AN ELECTORAL WARD SYSTEM OF
REPRESENTATION FOR THE COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF AURORA?
YES NO
ME
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Process to Place a Question/referendum on the Ballot
Section 8 of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, S.O. 1996, c.32 provides that the
following may submit a by-law or question to the electors:
• council of a municipality (including upper -tier);
• a local board; and
• the Minister.
Council may pass the following types of by-laws to submit to its electors:
1. a proposed by-law requiring their assent;
2. a question not otherwise authorized by law but within the Council's
jurisdiction;
3. a question, the wording of which is established by an Act or a regulation
under an Act (i.e. pursuant to the Fluoridation Act).
The rules relating to a question authorized by by-law are outlined in Section 8.1 (2) of
the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. Such a question(s) must comply with the following
rules:
It shall concern a matter within the jurisdiction of the municipality.
2. Despite rule 1, it shall not concern a matter which has been prescribed by
the Minister as a matter of provincial interest.
3. It shall be clear, concise and neutral.
4. It shall be capable of being answered in the affirmative or the negative
and the only permitted answers to the question are "yes" or "no".
If it is the intent of Council to place a question on the ballot for the 2006 municipal
election, Council must enact a by-law to submit a question to the electors 180 days
prior to voting day. For 2006 this means the subject by-law must be passed bN
May 17th, 2006. The by-law cannot be amended after May 171n, 2006 but it can be
repealed on or before September 29th, 2006.
Prior to the passage of the by-law, the Act requires that the Clerk
give at least 10 days notice of the intention to pass the by-law to the public and
to the Minister; and
• hold at least one public meeting to consider the matter.
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Therefore, in order to comply with the legislative requirements, it is recommended that
the following timeline procedure be implemented:
February 28, 2006 Council confirms the proposed question/referendum and
establishes a public meeting date of April 18 to coincide with
General Committee.
March & April, 2006 Notices in newspaper, web site etc.
April 18, 2006 General Committee — receive public input and determine
whether to proceed or not with the referendum.
April 25, 2006 Notice in newspaper, web site etc. of Council's intention to
enact a by-law.
May 9, 2006 Council meeting — if proposal supported, by-law enacted to
place question on the ballot.
May 17, 2006 Deadline date to enact by-law as prescribed by the
Municipal Elections Act.
The results of a question authorized by a by-law under Section 8 of the Municipal
Elections Act, 1996 are binding on a municipality if:
an affirmative answer receives the majority of the votes, the municipality
shall do everything in its power to implement the results of the question in
a timely manner; or
2. a negative answer receives the majority of the votes, the municipality shall
not do anything within its jurisdiction to implement the matter which was
the subject of the question for a period of three years following voting day.
OPTIONS
The determination whether to proceed with a question/referendum on the election ballot is
totally at the discretion of Council, however if Council determines to act on the proposal,
then it will be subject to the legislative framework as provided by the Municipal Elections
Act.
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Costs associated with this proposal are negligible as the printing of the ballots are currently
required as part of the municipal elections which has been approved as part of the 2006
Corporate Services Dept. budget.
LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal E of the Strategic Plan speaks to promoting open, accountable, transparent and
accessible municipal government.
ATTACHMENTS
Appendix #1 — Council Extract February 14, 2006
Appendix #2 — Correspondence from Mr. S. Granger
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
Prepared by. Bob Panizza ext. 4229
Director of Corporate Services
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APPENDIX #1
EXTRACT FROM COUNCIL MEETING NO. 06-05
HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2006
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the matter regarding placing a question on the 2006 Electoral Ballot
regarding a ward system be referred to staff for a report.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE SENT BY.
ACTION DEPT.: B. Panizza
INFO DEPT.: Councillor Vrancic, K. Ewart,
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APPENDIX #2
C/O Mr. Bob Panizza
Town Clerk,
Town of Aurora
To: Members of Council, Town of Aurora
February ll"'2006
Regarding: Endorsement of my request for a question on the elector ballot for the
2006 election concerning the Ward system.
Dear Members of Council:
I recently delivered a delegation presentation at the Jan 31,2006 Council
meeting requesting for the Ward system question on the electorial ballot 2006.
Upon following up on the process of this item being accepted as a question for
consideration, it was found that the delegation was received and "no endorsement"
of the question was done so that it could be formally discussed as a question in the
February 213t meeting by Council.
To clarify the question I presented in my delegation it was,
"Are you in favour of the implementation of a ward system of representation for
the Municipal Council of the Town of Aurora"? Yes or No.
I would appreciate a member or members of Council to endorse this question so
that it can proceed to the next general meeting February 21st where Council will be
deciding which question/questions to be considered on the electoral ballot and that,
"Council approve a public notice of intention, and organizes an open forum public
meeting at the earliest time on this question, so as to meet all the by-law
requirements in the report CS06-006"
Please accept this letter as a formal submission as an acceptable question for your
endorsement and consideration.
Respectfully,
Stephen Granger
Aurora
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MENE � ITEM
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-TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. CS06-017
SUBJECT: Corporate Insurance Renewal
FROM: Bob Panizza, Director of Corporate Services
DATE: February 28, 2006
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the insurance and risk management proposal submitted by OMEX Insurance
in the amount of $227,111 plus taxes be approved, and
THAT the Town of Aurora's corporate insurance policy be renewed for a one year
period.
BACKGROUND
In 2001 staff conducted an extensive Request For Proposal review of the Town's corporate
insurance portfolio. At that time the Town selected the proposal submitted by the firm of
Aon Reed Stenhouse Inc. As a result of major increases in insurance premiums, the Town
subsequently obtained new quotes in late 2002, and the corporate insurance policy for
2003 was renewed with the Town's former carrier, Cowan Public Entity.
In September 2003 the Town received notification that the insurance premium for its
policies would increase significantly, most notably the property and liability policies. This
was attributed to the volatile reinsurance market conditions. The new premium presented
by Cowan Public Entity for 2004 was $255,336. Consequently staff obtained new
insurance quotations again and the firm of OMEX (Ontario Municipal Insurance Exchange),
the Town's current insurance carrier, was selected.
COMMENTS
Municipal insurance is a highly specialized field where few insurance companies provide
this level of coverage. The Town's Corporate Insurance consists of 8 insurance policies
namely: General Liability, Errors & Omissions, Environmental Impairment, Automobile,
Property, Boiler & Machinery, Crime, and Councillors Accident. The majority of these
policies provide up to $50 million of coverage except for property and automobile where
replacement coverage is included. A summary of the coverage including the limit and
deductible for each policy is shown in Appendix #1 to this report.
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Unlike conventional insurance companies, OMEX is a municipal insurance reciprocal
which was created in 1986 by a group of municipalities. The principle of an insurance
reciprocal is the sharing and spread of the insurance risk directly among the members of
the exchange.
Extraordinary losses are shared through "retro assessments", which are additional
payments that may be required to be made by members in a pre -agreed formula based on
the municipality's initial proportion share of the larger pool. The retro-assessments are
paid when the claims are settled by the parties in the plan at the time the claim was
generated, sometimes several years after the incident. Notwithstanding this however, the
Town has been advised by OMEX that it has obtained sufficient re -insurance to minimize
the impact of any future reassessments.
There are also several distinct advantages in being a member of the OMEX reciprocal
group which in turn assists in maintaining competitive pricing namely:
a) it is a non profit organization and therefore does not pay dividends,
b) it is exempt from corporate income tax obligations,
c) it does not pay commissions to local agents.
Currently OMEX is providing insurance coverage to 30 Ontario municipalities including: the
Region of York, and the Towns of Newmarket, Georgina, East Gwillimbury, Richmond Hill,
Whitchurch-Stouffville within the Region of York. A complete list of these municipalities is
included in Appendix #2 to this report.
As a hedge to the escalating premium increases that have occurred in the past few years,
the Town in 2003 increased its deductibles from $5,000 to $10,000. This modification
coupled with the change of insurance companies has assisted the Town in maintaining
reasonable insurance premium renewal costs during the recent insurance market
turbulence. These deductibles predominantly affect the liability, property and automobile
policies.
To cover any unforeseen spikes in the claims management, the Town has also established
an insurance reserve that currently has a balance of $333,550. In addition, to counteract
the exposure to risk and reduce claims, the Town initiated a number of claims avoidance
measures over the past few years. For example regular/monitored sanding and salting
procedures during winter maintenance was implemented; the introduction of a Risk
Management Administrative Procedure that establishes guidelines and training measures
for staff to minimize risk was introduced in 2001; and the increased maintenance program
for sidewalk repairs to identify and repair faulty sidewalks has been in effect for the past
three years. It is intended that these and other evolving proactive measures by the Town
will assist in mitigating claims against the Town thereby controlling overall costs.
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According to the Town's Procurement By-law and Policy, quotations are required for any
goods or services in excess of $50,000. However the by-law also provides that certain
services such as insurance premiums may be exempt. Obtaining quotations on an annual
basis for certain services such as Auditors, Banking Services, Legal Services and
Insurance Services is an onerous process and should be done on a less frequent basis.
Staff is satisfied that the current proposal submitted by OMEX is the lowest premium
quotation available on the limited market today. Consequently, after reviewing the
proposal submitted, staff recommends that the Town renews its corporate insurance policy
with OMEX Insurance in the amount of $227,111. plus taxes.
OPTIONS
In lieu of adopting the proposed recommendation as presented, Council may consider
requesting quotes from other insurance providers capable of providing the necessary
amount of coverage for the Town.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The 2006 insurance premium of $227,111 is an increase of $24,621 over the premium
of 2005 which was $202,490. This in turn represents an 11 % increase. The dominant
factor for this adjustment is based on the cost of the liability insurance coverage
component of the overall premium. The following table highlights the various policies
and the premium costs for each between 2005 and 2006.
YEAR TO YEAR PREMIUM COMPARISON
POLICY (__2005 _ 2006
General Liabilit _J $83,600_—_08,689___j
Errors & Omission Liability $20,000____] $26,000
Environmental $11,500 $11,500
Automobile $25,000_—j $14,688
Boiler & Machiner__Z _____J $3,600 $4,353
Crime $7,700 $6,620
Councillor's Accident $750 750
_.._ I�-__.__� $ _.___.__I
TOTAL___I, $202,490 $227,111
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An insurance premium budget of $227,111 is included as part of the Town's annual
operating budget. This premium is subsequently charged back to each of the operating
departments based on the proportionate size of operations. The current balance of
$333,550 in the Insurance Reserve also provides a sufficient cushion in the event of
any unexpected claim exposures.
LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal A
To maintain a well managed and fiscally responsible municipality
ATTACHMENTS
Appendix #1 —Coverage Summary
Appendix #2 — List of Member Municipalities
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
Prepared by: Bob Panizza ext 221
A*009
Bob Panizza
Director of Corporate Services
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APPENDIX #1
INSURANCE LIMITS
General Liability $50,000,000 coverage
$10,000 deductible
Errors & Omissions $50,000,000 coverage
$10,000 deductible
Environmental Impairment $5,000,000 coverage
(Pollution) $10,000 deductible
Property Replacement coverage
$10,000 deductible
Automobile Replacement
$10,000 deductible
Boiler & Machinery $50,000,000 coverage
$10,000 deductible
Crime $1,000,000 coverage
$0 deductible
Councillor's Accident $2,000,000 accident coverage
$200,000 life insurance
$500 weekly indemnity for total disability
up to 104 weeks
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Insurance Program
General Liability
- insures against third party claims for bodily injury
(including death), personal injury including libel, slander,
defamation of character, etc. and property damage.
Errors & Omissions
insures against third party claims for financial loss
resulting from an error, omission, negligent misstatement
or misrepresentation, or breach of duty on the part of the
municipality and its employees.
Conflict of Interest
- provides coverage for legal costs arising out of the
defence of an alleged breach of any municipal conflict of
interest legislation on the part of the municipality's elected
officials
Environmental Impairment (Pollution) Liability
- insures against third party claims for bodily injury and
property damage arising out of the release of a pollutant
or a contaminant into the environment.
Automobile
- insures all of the licensed vehicles owned or leased by
the municipality
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Property Insurance
- provides coverage for the buildings and equipment
owned or leased by the municipality against damage for
such perils as fire, wind and water damage, flood,
earthquake and collapse.
- Boiler & Machinery Insurance covers mechanical and
electrical breakdown of building equipment (e.g. HVAC)
Crime Insurance
primarily insures the money and securities of the
municipality against loss due to dishonesty on the part of
the employees.
Councillor's Accident
- provides life insurance in the event of accidental death,
weekly indemnity for total or partial disability, additional
auto insurance
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APPENDIX #2
Current Member of OMEX Start Date
1. Richmond Hill
May 1,1995
2. Newmarket
January 1,1996
3. York Region
September 1,1996
4. Georgina
October 1,1996
5. Brampton
January 1,1997
6. East Gwillimbury
June 1,1997
7. Caledon
July 1,1998.
8. Whitchurch Stouffville
March 1, 2000
9. Renfrew
March 1, 2002
10. Cornwall
March 6, 2002
11. Milton
May 14, 2002
12. Halton Hills
May 31, 2002
13. LOVdon
January 1, 2003
14. Grimsby
January 1, 2003
15. Dufferin
February 1, 2003
16. Burlington
July 1, 2003
17. Aurora
September 1, 2003
18. Gananoque
October 10, 2003
19. Leamington
November 1, 2003
20. Windsor
January 1, 2004
21. Thunder Bay
January 1, 2004
22. North Bay
January 1, 2004
23. Sarnia
July 1, 2004
24. Fort Erie
January 1, 2005
25. Grey County (Formerly ROMA)
January 1, 2005
26. Grey Highlands (Formerly ROMA)
January 1, 2005
27. Amaranth (Formerly ROMA)
January 1, 2005
28. Laird (Formerly ROMA
January 1, 2005
29. Chatsworth (Formerly ROMA)
January 1, 2005
30.Owen Sound
February 1, 2005
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MEMO
To: Mayor & Members of Council
From: Councillor John West
Date: February 20, 2006
Subject: Notice of Motion
This is to advise Council that I wish to bring forward a resolution at the next meeting
regarding the proposed Provincial announcement by Premiere McGuinty to introduce
legislation that would increase the term of office for municipal Councils to 4 years.
Councillor John West
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COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 28, 2006
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Ontario Heritage Act
AGENDA ITEM#
No. PL06-032
Designation under Part IV
The Phillips -Doolittle House, 34 Catherine Avenue
Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Study Area
FROM: Sue Seibert, Director of Planning and Development Services
DATE: February 28, 2005
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT The Phillips -Doolittle House, at 34 Catherine Avenue be approved for
designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.; and
THAT the Corporate Services Department be authorized to:
Publish and serve Council's Notice of Intention to Designate as per the
requirements of the Act; and
Prepare the Designation By-law for the Property; and
THAT Council approve By-law 4776-06.D, being a By-law to establish a Heritage
Conservation District Study Area for Northeast Old Aurora fora period of one-year,
as defined under Section 40.1 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O., 1990, c.0.1, as
amended; and
THAT the owner be requested to work with the Town (Community Planner) to
determine solutions for improvement of the Phillips -Doolittle House at34 Catherine
Avenue School that are compatible with the character of the existing heritage house
and the Northeast Old Aurora community.
BACKGROUND
The Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora at its meeting of February 20, 2006 had before
it a proposal for extensive alteration and addition to the house at 34 Catherine Avenue
known as the Phillips Doolittle House. The proposal under consideration consisted of a
1855 sq.ft. rear and east side addition to the existing 1545 sq.ft. house at 34 Catherine
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Avenue for a total 3400 sq.ft expanded and renovated house. Details of the proposal are
attached as Appendix "A". The proposal consists of the following:
o Construction of a 2 storey 1855 sq/ft rear and east side addition (in compliance with
existing zoning by-law requirements);
o Replacement of the existing porch with a new wrap around veranda;
o replacement of the existing 1'/z storey gambrel roof with a 2-storey gable shaped
roof (the applicants noted on the plans that the ridge of the new roof is not to
exceed height of the existing roof line);
o replacement of the existing early -mid 201h Century single car garage with a new two
car garage in the rear yard;
o Re -cladding of the existing stucco clad wood frame building with vertical wood board
and batten (the original siding prior to 1940 was horizontal wood);
o Replacement of all existing windows;
o Replacement of the existing front doorway and addition of a new front window and
transom and sidelights around the door.;
The subject property, built circa 1886 is listed on the Aurora Inventory of Heritage
Buildings. The house is significant for its history of association with active local citizens,
including the Doolittle family who have lived in the house continuously for over 68 years
from 1938 to 2006, for its historic architecture including a rare gambrel style roof and for its
context as part of an intact streetscape of similarly significant heritage homes. Although
the gambrel roof has been suggested to be an alteration which took place about the mid-
1890s, not long after the house was built, this feature, now over 110 years old has gained a
significance of its own and results in the house being a unique feature of the Catherine
Avenue Streetscape.
The subject property is located within the
District Study Area, which was defined in
Council at its meeting of June 28, 2005.
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation
the study terms of reference as approved by
The purpose of this study is to undertake a heritage conservation district study and plan for
the historic neighbourhood of Northeast Old Aurora. A Heritage Conservation District is an
area of special historical significance to the community, made up of a collection of
buildings, streets and open spaces. These areas are unique places and are different from
other parts of the community. The heritage conservation district plan will encourage the
preservation and enhancement of heritage buildings and will provide clear, concise
guidelines for new construction and additions. The public have been able to provide input
into the study and plan through public information/feedback meetings in late 2005 and
early 2006, and through an advisory sub -committee. A third public meeting is scheduled for
April 2006. The study and plan are being undertaken by Phillip Carter and Associates,
assisted by The Town of Aurora, Community Planner.
After over two years of pre -consultation with the residents of Northeast Old Aurora, the
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study was initiated in the fall of 2005 and is currently in process. Once the study has been
completed, a Heritage Conservation District Plan will be prepared by the consultant team in
early 2006. Completion of the district study and plan and corresponding report to Council is
targeted for spring of 2006.
34 Catherine Avenue is one of over 130 properties of heritage significance in the Northeast
quadrant of old aurora. The current owner, Ms. Jolyne Bernardo (nee Doolittle) recently
entered into an agreement of purchase and sale with Ms. Christina Harding and John
Maugeri, who are proposing additions and alterations to 34 Catherine Avenue upon
assuming ownership of the residence. Prior to submitting a formal application for the
proposed works, Mr. Maugeri and Ms. Harding have consulted with Town staff, the heritage
district advisory sub -committee, the heritage advisory committee of Aurora and
neighbouring property owners.
In response to comments and concerns expressed by neighbours, advisory committees
and staff, the agent for the proponents submitted revised plans with the following
modifications:
o Change of the proposed cladding from vertical wood board and batten to horizontal
wood siding. The revised siding configuration was based on verifiable evidence that
prior to the addition of the current stucco siding in the early 1940s; the original
siding on the building had been horizontal wood.
o Notations confirming that the ridge on the new roof is not to exceed the height of the
existing roof line.
Although the proposed replacement of the gambrel roof was identified as a major concern
both because it is considered to be a significant and distinguishing feature of the house,
and because its removal could potentially compromise the stability of the house, the
proponents initially opposed retaining the existing gambrel roof on the grounds that it could
conflict with a wrap -around veranda that they were proposing to construct on the front
fagade. The Town (Community Planner) subsequently prepared sketches for the owner
demonstrating how the existing roof could be maintained with an enhanced wrap -around
veranda in place (Appendix "D"). The proponent subsequently accepted these suggestions
and agreed to modify the plans to show the existing roof maintained.
At its meeting of February 20, 2006, the Heritage Advisory Committee considered the
proposal with revisions as verbally suggested by the proponent. A number of area
residents were in attendance at the meeting, three of whom made deputations to the
Heritage Advisory Committee. The residents noted that while they welcomed the
proponent's statement that the roof would not be changed, they remained concerned over
the following issues:
o Removal of 2 existing trees (one of which is believed to be a sugar maple
approximately 40 years of age);
o The overall scale and massing of the proposed expanded house relative to other
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homes in the neighbourhood;
o The depth of the proposed addition and visual impact on adjacent rear -yard amenity
space;
o Overall spacing around proposed expanded building in comparison to
neighbourhood standard;
As a result of these concerns the area residents asked the Heritage Advisory Committee to
recommend that Council pass a by-law establishing a heritage conservation district study
area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V, Section 40.1 of the Ontario Heritage Act for the
purpose of prohibiting proposals for addition, alteration, etc., such as the submission for 34
Catherine Avenue, unless Council approval is obtained, until the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District boundary and plan is approved.
COMMENTS
At the February 20, 2006 meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee, the Community
Planner presented the committee with four possible options that might be considered when
drafting a recommendation to Council about 34 Catherine Avenue. These were:
a) Endorse the proposal as submitted;
b) Recommend that Council pass a by-law establishing a heritage conservation district
study area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V, Section 40.1 of the Ontario
Heritage Act.
c) Recommend to Council that it designate the building under Part IV of the Ontario
heritage Act;
d) Recommend that the community Plannercontinue to work with the owner to achieve
a design for the renovated building which is in keeping with the character of the
neighbourhood and the architectural significance of the building.
Following consideration of presentations by the proponent and area residents the Heritage
Advisory Committee of Aurora passed the following recommendation:
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommends that Option #2 as
presented in the report from the Community Planner be adopted and that
Council be requested to enact a by-law establishing a Heritage Conservation
District study area in Northeast Old Aurora under Part V, Section 40.1, of the
Ontario Heritage Act.
The purpose of the Heritage Conservation District Study Area by-law is to assist
municipalities in the implementation of the Provincial Policy Statement with respect to
the conservation of heritage buildings which states that "Significant built and cultural
heritage resources shall be conserved". This is achieved by providing interim control
under the Ontario Heritage Act for a period of up -to one year, to allow the orderly
completion of a heritage conservation district study and plan. The by-law would prohibit
the following to be undertaken unless approved by council:
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(a) alter or permit the alteration of any property situated in the heritage
conservation district study area; or
(b) erect, demolish or remove or permit the erection, demolition or removal of
any buildings, structures or trees with a caliper of 15" (38.1cm) or greater in
the heritage conservation district study area
The Heritage Conservation District Study area by-law does not absolutely freeze all
development and construction in the study area during this period. All works permitted
prior to the passing of the by-law continue to be permitted, with the exception that
approval of Council is required.
In order to ensure that positive, minor alterations and restoration works are not
prevented by this by-law, a schedule of works which do not require Council approval are
attached to the by-law.
Since the Heritage Conservation District Plan may provide restrictions with respect to
tree removal, the proposed Heritage Conservation District Study area by-law includes
restrictions with respect to the removal of mature trees. In consultation with the Parks
Manager, there is a recommended restriction on the removal of trees with a caliper of
15" (38.1cm) or greater in the study area. This figure is intended to cover mature trees
of approximately 40-50 years of age or greater. The removal of smaller trees and
vegetation, dead trees or trees which may constitute a hazard is not to be restricted.
The passing of a Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law is consistent with
the Goals, Objectives and Policies of the Official Plan ((1991), January 2005 Office
Consolidation).
On further discussion with the Town's Solicitor, Director of Building Administration and
representatives of the Province, it was determined that the objective of preserving this
building could be best achieved by also designating it under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act, that deals with the specific property in addition to passing a heritage
conservation district study area by-law. There are a number of advantages to including
this process. These are as follows:
a) Designation is a more thoroughly tested process, and can therefore be implemented
by the Town with a greater degree of certainty that it could withstand the scrutiny of
the Ontario Municipal Board if necessary.
b) The restrictions carried through designation under the Ontario Heritage Act may be
imposed after an application for development or building permit has been received,
whereas the ability of a municipality to achieve this using an interim control
provisions of the Heritage Conservation District Study area by-law is less certain.
Designation of the property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act is not intended to
permanently prohibit the proponents from undertaking additions and alterations to the
subject dwelling. While designation would have the effect -of prohibiting any construction
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on the home that may not be in keeping with the guidelines and policies that are being
established for the proposed heritage district, it would not preclude the proponents, Town
staff, Heritage Advisory Committee and area residents from engaging in discussion as to
how the proposal might be made more appropriate and developing a revised set of plans
that could be considered for approval by Council.
The Phillips -Doolittle House is a significant heritage building and worthy of designation.
It is believed to have been built as early as circa 1886 and is listed on the Aurora
Inventory of Heritage Buildings.
With its gambrel roof, the building is a distinctive feature of an intact streetscape of
architecturally and historically significant 19t" Century homes. The house, along with
another at 54 Wellington Street is one of only two late 19th Century homes in Northeast Old
Aurora which feature a gambrel roof rather than the common steep -pitched front gable and
shallower cross -gable main roof. The dormer also has an unusual form for an Ontario
Gothic house. Paul Oberst, Architect, the consultant for the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District noted that from a heritage point of view, this pair of houses
constitutes a built historical record of a unique Aurora hybrid style and that "in ouropinion,
both houses are important heritage resources and are deserving of preservation and
restoration." The unique gambrel roof feature may be a later addition, however, it is
thought to be at least 100 years old, and has obtained an architectural significance in its
own right.
Historically the Phillips -Doolittle house is significant for its association with a number of
active local individuals and families including Daniel Phillips, Carpenter who is believed to
have built the house circa 1886, the Lloyd sisters, John Wray and the family of Clarence
Doolittle and his children, who lived in the house from 1938 until 2006. According to
Jolyne Bernardo (nee Doolittle), Clarence Doolittle was a relation of famed United States
Air force General James Doolittle, Congressional Medal of Honour recipient, pioneering
holder of speed records, leader of first aerial attack on the Japanese mainland, and famed
World War II air commander.
An outline of the cultural heritage value of the building is included in the heritage
designation report, which is attached as Appendix "B".
The designation and preservation of significant heritage resources such as the Phillips -
Doolittle House is consistent with the goals, Objectives and Policies of the Official Plan
((1991), January 2005 Office Consolidation) which has policies that support the
safeguarding of heritage resources including designation where appropriate.
Although it is always desirable to obtain the permission of property owners prior to a
municipality designating a property under the Ontario Heritage Act, no such permission is
required by the Act. The principle reason for the Ontario Heritage Act is to provide
municipalities with the tools to protect those heritage buildings which are threatened with
demolition or unsympathetic alteration. In such cases where there is a perceived threat to
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significant attributes of a heritage resource, such as a demolition permit application, it is
unlikely that owner permission to designate the property under the Ontario Heritage Act
would be granted. .
The Town (Community Planner) is continuing to work with the owner to explore options for
enhancement and expansion of the heritage building which would satisfy the owner's
primary requirements while remaining compatible with the character of the neighbourhood
and the architecture of the building. In giving the building the protection of the Ontario
Heritage Act, Council would facilitate the continuation of constructive discussion and co-
operation with the owner leading to a positive and practical solution.
OPTIONS
Council has the option of not approving recommendation for designation of the Phillips -
Doolittle House or the Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law as prepared by
staff
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
N/A
LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
Aurora's Strategic Plan calls for continued well planned growth and conservation of the
built and natural heritage. The preservation of the Phillips -Doolittle House through
designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act is consistent with these goals.
CONCLUSIONS
The Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora at its meeting of February 20, 2006 considered
a proposal for alteration and addition to the house at 34 Catherine Avenue known as the
Phillips -Doolittle House. The subject property is listed on the Aurora Inventory of Heritage
Buildings and is located within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District
Study Area.
The proponents, Ms. Christina Harding and Mr. John Maugeri, who have recently entered
into an agreement for purchase and sale of the house, have made considerable efforts to
consult with staff and the neighbours about their plans and have responded by updating
their proposal for 34 Catherine Avenue to be more compatible with the architecture of the
building and character of the neighbourhood. In considering the proposal, however, the
Heritage Advisory Committee raised a number of areas in which the subject proposal may
not comply with policies and guidelines that are anticipated to be recommended for
inclusion in the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan.
The Heritage Conservation District Study area By-law has been recommended to give the
Town the ability to prohibit, unless approved by Council, while a heritage conservation
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district study is underway, works on non -designated properties located in a Heritage
Conservation District Study Area which although in compliance with zoning and building
code standards may not comply with recommended heritage principles. The by-law is not
intended to permanently prohibit change, but rather to help facilitate the continuation of
constructive discussion and cooperation with the owner leading to a mutually positive and
practical solution.
The Heritage Conservation District Study Area by-law is a recent amendment to the
Ontario Heritage Act, which is intended to provide the municipality with the necessary tools
to guide or prohibit demolition, additions, alterations, new construction, etc. while a heritage
conservation district study is ongoing, such as that which is underway in Northeast Old
Aurora for a period of up -to one year.
In Northeast Old Aurora, any perceived inconvenience to property owners caused by
passing of a heritage conservation district study area by-law is expected to be limited as
the Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan is nearing completion and is anticipated
to be presented to Council in the spring of 2006. At this time the Heritage Conservation
District Study area By-law would cease to be in effect and the heritage conservation district
plan, as approved by Council would provide clear and consistent guidance and policies for
additions, alterations, new construction, etc. in the Heritage Conservation District Plan.
Furthermore, the by-law has been drafted so that works in general compliance with
standard heritage principles may be approved by Council and those which are minor in
nature and non -controversial such as restoration of heritage features, repair of eaves
troughs etc., are exempt from requirements of the by-law and do not require Council
approval.
Upon consultation with the Town (Legal and Building Services Departments) and the
Province, about how a Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law would be
implemented, Town staff was advised that in order to achieve the heritage advisory
committee's objective the Town should also consider designation of the subject parcel at
34 Catherine Avenue under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The subject property at 34
Catherine Avenue is of historical and architectural significance and is worthy of designation
under Part IV of the Act.
The Ontario Heritage Act is a tool made available to municipalities to enable them to meet
the objectives of the Provincial Policy Statements with respect to Heritage Conservation,
which states that "Significant Built and Cultural Heritage Resources shall be conserved'.
Registration of a Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law and Designation of the
property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act is not intended to permanently prohibit
the proponents from undertaking additions and alterations to the subject dwelling. While
designation and the study area by-law would have the effect of prohibiting any proposed
construction on the home that may not be in keeping with the guidelines and policies that
are being established for the proposed heritage district, it would not preclude the
proponents from continuing to work with the Community Planner and the Heritage Advisory
Committee to explore options for enhancement and expansion of 34 Catherine Avenue
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which would satisfy the owner's primary requirements while remaining compatible with the
character of the neighbourhood and architecture of the building and to bring forth a revised
proposal to Council that could be considered for approval.
ATTACHMENTS
FIGURE 1 - Location Map, 34 Catherine Avenue
APPENDIX A — Proposed Site Plan and elevations for additions and alterations to 34
Catherine Avenue.
APPENDIX B — Heritage Designation Report
APPENDIX C — Heritage Conservation District Study Area By-law
APPENDIX D — Sketches of possible options for 34 Catherine Avenue prepared by
Community Planner
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
Management Team, February 21, 2005
Prepared by: Michael Seaman, MCIP, RPP, Community Planner ext. 4351
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Appendix "B"
HERITAGE DESIGNATION REPORT
The Phillips -Doolittle House
circa 1886
34 Catherine Avenue
Lot 24-26, Plan 5
Aurora, ON
Prepared For: Heritage Advisory
Committee of Aurora
Researched By: Jacqueline Stewart
Curator, Aurora Museum
October 2005
And
Jolyne Bernardo (nee Doolittle)
34 Catherine Avenue, Aurora
Compiled By: Michael Seaman
Community Planner
February 2006
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INTRODUCTION
The Phillips -Doolittle House is believed to have been built circal886 and is a unique
local variation of a Victorian L-Shaped Home, built with the influence of the Ontario
Gothic Vernacular Style. The house is of frame construction and was re -clad in stucco
around the 1940s. The house is recommended for designation under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act because of its cultural heritage value.
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
The Phillips -Doolittle House is believed to have been begun in 1886 by local carpenter
Daniel Phillips who is believed to have constructed the house and sold it shortly after to
Maria and Phoebe Lloyd. From the 1920s to the 1940s the house was owned by the
Wray family and became the home of the Doolittle Family around 1938. The Doolittle's
eventually became owners of the property and occupied the house until 2006.
The land on which number 34 Catherine Avenue stands was, immediately prior to its
redevelopment, part of a sizeable land holding owned by Charles Doan, Aurora's first
post master, first reeve, and likely the person who gave Aurora its name. In 1865 Mr.
Doan had that part of his property which was closest to Yonge Street subdivided into
building lots, by means of Plan 5, and named Catherine for his second wife. It was about
ten years before houses began to appear on these lots.
George H. Phillips purchased four lots in 1876, and in 1880 sold parts of two of them —
lots 24 and 25—to Daniel A. Phillips, probably a brother. The sale price of $380 indicates
that there was no house present at that time.
The assessment roll for 1882 (one of the few rolls surviving from the 1880s) shows
Daniel Phillips as the owner of a one -fifth acre property on the north side of Catherine.
The value for taxation purposes was $500. Assessed values in those days were generally
lower than market values, but even so, at that valuation only a very modest dwelling can
have been in place, or perhaps an unfinished house. Mr. Phillips sold the property in 1886
for $1500: the substantial house which stands there now was in place. The next available
assessment roll, for 1888, shows a property valued at $1200.We can say with certainty
only that the house was built by Daniel Phillips between 1880, when he purchased the
land for $380, and 1886, when he sold it for $1500.
Daniel Phillips was a carpenter by trade, and seems likely to have been a house carpenter
who may have actually constructed the house. In 1886, not long after he sold what would
become number 34, he completed the future number 20, just a few doors to the east
(Aurora Banner, April through June, 1886). That would be his home for the rest of his
rather short life. Mr. Phillips (1852-1907) and his wife, formerly Louisa Josephine
Richardson (1856-1934), do not appear to have had any children (Banner, 22 November
1907, 21 December 1934).
The purchasers of number 34 in 1886 were two sisters, Maria and Phoebe Lloyd,
daughters of a King township farmer who had died some years before. The Misses Lloyd
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were in their thirties when they bought the house, and possibly planning to be company
for each other —and for their mother, who would live to be 1 01!—through the rest of
their lives, but in fact Maria married when.she was 46, and Phoebe when she was 47
(mother went to live with Phoebe). (R. Douglas Lloyd, Pride, Prejudice, and Politics: A
History of the Lloyd Family...)
After Phoebe's marriage the sisters sold the property, and it changed a few times over the
next eighteen years. In 1920 a fairly long period of ownership by one family began when
John Wray, apparently a retired man, or one with a private income, purchased the house.
While the Wrays retained ownership until 1945, at least by the time of the 1930
assessment there were tenants in the house.
The assessment roll of 1938 shows the owner as Clarence Doolittle. He and his wife, Iona
Roxey Doolittle, did not actually purchase the property until 1945, but presumably they
were paying the taxes, which would for the assessor would be sufficient evidence of
ownership.
Clarence Doolittle served with distinction in the First World War, as a sergeant with the
black watch regiment; he was wounded in action and received the Distinguished Conduct
Medal.
Clarence Doolittle was born on a farm at Temperanceville Ontario and after the war
moved to Aurora, originally living on Centre Street, before moving to 34 Catherine
Avenue. He worked his entire working life with the Sisman Shoe Company, where he
rose to the position of supervisor of the cutting department. In public life Clarence
Served on the Public School Board and was an active member of the Royal Canadian
Legion.
An interesting note about the Doolittle family is that according to Jolyne Bernardo (nee
Doolittle), Clarence Doolittle was a relation of famed United States Air Force General,
James Doolittle. James Doolittle was a Congressional Medal of Honour recipient, a
pioneering holder of speed records, a renowned World War II air commander and leader
of the first aerial attack on the Japanese Mainland "Doolittle's Raid", which was
portrayed in the 2001 motion picture Pearl Harbour.
The Doolittle's had seven children, and after Mrs. Doolittle's death in 1986 (Mr.
Doolittle had died in 1971) ownership of the house was divided among three of them. At
the time of writing (2004), Jolyne Bernardo (nee Doolittle) lived there until 2006.
This tall house is a focal point in this area of Catherine Avenue. Although it shares an L-
shaped plan with a number of its neighbours on the street, this dwelling is set apart by its
gambrel roof. This style of roof, with pitches at two angles, is reminiscent of old barns.
This roof shape provides more than the usual headroom in the second storey and attic.
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ARCHITECTURAL ATTRIBUTES
The house at 34 Catherine Avenue is believed to have been built circal886 and is a
unique local variation of a Victorian L-Shaped Home, built with the influence of the
Ontario Gothic Vernacular Style. The house is of frame construction, originally with
horizontal cladding and was re -clad in stucco around the 1940s.
The house is located within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District
Study Area, as part of their services in completing the study and plan, the consultant's,
Philip Carter and Associates were asked to review the subject dwelling and the proposed
works to be undertaken. The following commentary was provided:
The subject property is included in the Aurora Inventory of Heritage
Buildings. The listing pages are enclosed. In our review of the Inventory,
which is part of our Heritage Conservation District Study, we have graded
the property as Class "A ", which means it is worthy of designation under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The inventory dates the house to
1885, and its basic form is in the Ontario Gothic Vernacular style, which
was popular at that time. It is unusual in having a gambrel roof rather
than the common steep pitched front gable and shallower cross -gable
main roof. The dormer also has an unusual form for an Ontario Gothic
house.
The Thomas Barber House, at 54 Wellington Street East, shares the
construction date and the form of the house at 34 Catherine Avenue, and
the front elevation is almost identical: the Wellington Street house has a
slightly smaller bay window above its ground floor bay window, while the
Catherine Avenue house has a simple punched window. The Thomas
Barber house retains more of its original trim, and its dormers have the
heavy brackets typical of the Second Empire style. 54 Wellington Street is
also included in the Aurora Inventory of Heritage Buildings, and its listing
pages are also enclosed.
From a heritage point of view, this pair of houses constitutes a built
historical record of a unique Aurora hybrid style. In our opinion, both
houses are important heritage resources and are deserving of
preservation and restoration.
The Phillips -Doolittle House is 1 Yz storeys in height with an L-Shaped plan. A
distinguishing feature of the house is its Gambrel Roof. Based on the local historical
records for Aurora's other Gambrel roofed house at 54 Wellington, which received its
Gambrel roof as a later addition in the 1880s, it is possible that that the house at 34
Catherine Avenue may have also received its present roofline as an addition, however if
this was the case it is believed that the present roofline is at least 100 years old and has
obtained a significance in its own right. It is also possible that the gambrel roof is an
original feature. Further investigation into the structure of the roof would have to be
undertaken to determine this.
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Although its overall form and plan is primarily Ontario Gothic Vernacular in styling, with
its distinctive Gambrel Roof and dormer, the house at 34 Catherine Avenue also exhibits
characteristics of the Dutch Colonial Revival style which was gaining popularity in the
late 19th Century.
Based on verbal descriptions by Jolyne Bernardo (nee Doolittle) and physical evidence
seen on the house and garage it is believed that the house was originally clad in
horizontal wood siding, possibly cove board which was covered over with stucco in the
1940s. Mrs. Bernardo remembered the house with its wood siding exposed and
remembers that in the 1930s and 40s it was painted yellow. Another alteration in the
1940s was the remodelling of the front porch base, however, the porch roof appears to be
at least 70-80 years old.
The house has a number of significant architectural features worthy of preservation.
These include the following:
• L-Shaped Plan;
• Front dormer with projecting hood;
• Single storey front bay window;
• Gambrel roof,
• Original wood, double hung windows with a 2/2 pane division;
• Original door and window openings;
• Roof top chimney;
• Keyhole window openings in the side gables;
The house originally featured a more ornate veranda, typical of the late Victorian period.
This was later replaced retaining the original roof shape with a more simple design in the
1940s/50s era.
The house originally featured a triangular pediment above the second floor window. A
shadow remains on the front fagade testifying to the existence of this feature.
CONTEXTUAL ATTRIBUTES
The Phillips -Doolittle House is of contextual significance as a distinct part of an intact
streetscape of well maintained late 19th Century homes, built at around the same time.
The subject property features an early 20th Century garage and trees in the rear yard, one
of which is believed to be a Sugar Maple of approximately 40 years of age.
Reasons for Identification
• Overall Ontario Gothic Vernacular form;
• L-Shaped Plan;
• Gambrel roof;
• Front Dormer;
• Centre Dormer;
• Front porch roof;
• Original wood windows;
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• Window sills;
• Chimney;
• Single storey bay window;
• Keyhole windows in upper side gables;
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Mr. Broad was a widower who lived with his two nieces, Miss Gertie Matthews and Miss
Nellie Matthews. When his health started to fail, he moved to Stayner with his nieces,
where he died in 1949. Miss Gertie Matthews and my mother became good .friends
during their stay, and kept up their friendship via correspondence after they left Aurora.
We have several of Miss Matthews letters, and will eventually give them to the Historical
Society along with some other memorabilia.
Mr. Broad's nephew Reverend H.S. Warren and his family eventually moved into the
Broad home and lived there for several years. Claire and David, Reverend Warren's
grandson, became good friends. In June 1952, I received one of the nicest letters I had
ever received. It was from Reverend Warren, and was at the time of my graduation in
Nursing. The Globe and Mail had done an article on the nine Toronto schools of nursing.
They took a photo of the top nurse in each school, named where they were from, and the
award they received. Reverend Warren said how proud he and the town of Aurora were.
I was quite taken to get my photo in the Globe and Mail as well as my name.
Another neighbor we were very fond of was Mrs. Reynolds (widow of Doctor Reynolds)
and her sister Mrs. Jennie Langford. They lived directly across the street from us. I can
remember they had a telephone (probably due to Doctor Reynolds) and on special
occasion they would let us use it. In return we would run errands for them, and my
brothers would shovel their snow in the winter time.
The Methodist Parsonage was also in our immediate neighborhood. The United
Ministers and families that I can recall with fond memories were Dr. E. J. Thompson,
Reverend R. Hicks and Reverend F. Harvie. My youngest brother Claire was born the
same week as Mary Lynn Hicks in 1942. He liked being four days older than her. I tell
my sons that my claim to fame was I climbed and played in the same chestnut tree as
Lester B. Pearson, just not at the same time!
Mr. J.H. Knowles, our high school principal and father of two of our dear friends, his
daughters Ruth and Nora, also lived on Catherine Avenue. We attended public and high
school together, and still keep in touch to this day. We meet annually at Williams High
School commencement exercises when they present a mathematics award in memory of
their father. We present the Doolittle Athletic Award in memory of our brother Garfield,
who was an outstanding athlete. The award was commenced in 1947, following Gar's
untimely death in 1946.
My brother Claire and I were deeply moved this year when we learned that a street had
been named after our brother Loring. He had been and outstanding athlete, a former
linesman with the NHL and a great ambassador of Aurora, the town he loved dearly.
The Sisman name was a very important, well-known name as we were growing up, our
father worked many years at the T. Sisman Shoe Company. He was foreman of the
cutting department. Upon his retirement, he was given a wrist watch symbolic of his
faithful and long service. Mr. W. J. Sisman was the president of the company, and his
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brother and wife lived on Catherine Avenue. I don't recall them having any children.
My brothers were very pleased to tend to their grounds in the summer, and shovel snow
in the winter. The Sismans were known to be wealthy and generous people.
Two of my older brothers, Clayton and Garfield, served in the Second World War. My
Uncle Albert also served in the Second World War, and he was wounded while serving in
Italy.
Our mother had been an athlete in her day and so she encouraged us to take an active part
in all sports. 34 Catherine Avenue was always a hub of activity. We played street
hockey in the fall and winter, using chunks of ice as our goal posts. I remember the time
I played goal and ended up having to have three stitches in my forehead, but I stopped the
puck! Baseball started as soon as the snow was gone. In the summer my brothers made
chalk marks on the pavement resembling a tennis court and we imagined the height of the
net. Fall was active in preparation for field day at school. As soon as the vegetables
were out of the garden, our mother let us make two pits, one for high jump and the other
for practicing the jumps, e.g. running broad, hop, step and jump, etc. Field day was held
in the town park and there was keen interest and competition. Following field day there
was football. Reverend Warren let us use his big lawn and he liked to sit on his veranda
and watch the game. We were never at a loss for kids to play. Everybody was able to
play on the teams. I think back now and am convinced that the seeds of sportsmanship
were sewn in many kids, not only Doolittles, on Catherine Avenue in the 30's and 40's.
As we grew older, my brothers and I played on town teams, mainly lacrosse, hockey and
baseball.
In the thirties and fourties there wasn't much money around. My mother decided that a
good way to help young couples get a good start was to give them a bridal shower. She
gave many showers and they were big ones too. A few local girls that mom gave
showers to were Doris Smith, Joan Harrison, Ruth Knowles and Florence Bell. Mom
became affectionately known by our friends as "Mrs. Doo".
Over the years I have followed with interest, the plaques that have been placed on eleven
homes on Catherine Avenue. I became more interested when some of the names on the
plaques were bearing names of the families that had been our neighbors on Catherine
Avenue for years. Wonderful people that were such a good influence on us during our
formative years.
I am reminded of an incident that happened a few years ago. Our family, as well as
others I'm sure, who had family ties to the homes on George Street were saddened to see
some of them demolished to make room for new developments.
I regret not applying years ago for a plaque for my grandparents home
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Due to my declining health, it is necessary for me to make plans to reside in a bungalow,
where I won't have to cope with climbing stairs. It is with mixed feelings that my
brother Claire and I have decided to sell the family home.
We hope that we will be considered and found deserving to have the family name put on
a plaque along side the five other plaques: Broad/Warren, Reynolds, Methodist
Parsonage, J.H. Knowles and the Sisman House. Families that we shared many
memories with during our years on Catherine, and will continue to share in the coming
years.
Yours Sincerely,
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Jolyne (Doolittle) Bernardo
Claire Doolittle
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APPENDIX "C"
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 4776-06.D
BEING A BY-LAW TO
Establish a Heritage Conservation
District Study Area For
Northeast Old Aurora
WHEREAS the area of Northeast Old Aurora, as defined by schedule' A'
contains a concentration of buildings, trees and other elements from the 19th and
early 201h Centuries which may have cultural heritage significance.
AND WHEREAS at its meeting of June 28, 2005, Council of the Corporation of
the Town of Aurora approved the terms of Reference for the Northeast Old
Aurora Heritage Conservation District Study under Part V of the Ontario Heritage
Act, R.S.O, 1990, c. 0.18, as amended.
AND WHEREAS the purpose of a heritage conservation district study is to
examine the character and appearance of the area to determine if the area
should be preserved as a heritage conservation district, and to establish a plan to
guide changes to properties located within the district.
AND WHEREAS pursuant to Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990,
c.0.18, as amended, the Council of a municipality is authorized to enact a by-law
to designate an area as a heritage conservation district study area for a period of
one year for the purpose of providing interim control over the alteration of
property, or the erection, demolition or removal or buildings or structures, or
classes of buildings or structures, in the heritage conservation district study area
to facilitate the orderly completion of a heritage conservation district study;
NOW THEREFORE THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF
THE TOWN OF AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. The area shown in bold outline, attached hereto as Schedule "A" is hereby
designated as a heritage conservation district study area for a period of
one year.
2. The Town shall undertake a heritage conservation district study in the
heritage conservation district study area in accordance with the
requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act for the purpose of examining the
character and appearance of the area to determine if the area, or any part
thereof, should be preserved as a heritage conservation district and to
make recommendations with respect to the content of a heritage
conservation district plan.
3. During a period of one year, no person shall:
(a) alter or permit the alteration of any property situated in the heritage
conservation district study area; or
(b) erect, demolish or remove or permit the erection, demolition or
removal of any buildings, structures or trees with a calliper of 15" or
greater in the heritage conservation district study area
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without the prior consent of Town Council, save and except for minimal
alterations and restoration works, not materially affecting the fagade of the
building, set out more particularly on Schedule B attached.
4. This By-law shall come into force and effect upon its passing.
Read a first, second and third time and passed this 28th of February 2006.
i. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK
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TOWN OF AURORA THIS IS SCHEDULE "B"
TO BY-LAW NO.4302-01.D
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
LOCATION: Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Study Area
Notwithstanding Section 3 of By-law 4776-06.D the following works may be undertaken in the Northeast
Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Study Area without the prior consent of Town Council,
1. Works on the interior of property;
2. Repair, using the same materials, of existing exterior features, including roofs, wall cladding,
dormers, cresting, cupolas, cornices, brackets, columns, balustrades, porches and steps,
entrances, windows, foundations and decorative wood, metal, stone or terra cotta,
3. Installation of eaves troughs;
4. Weatherproofing, including installations of removable storm windows and doors, caulking and
weather-stripping, and
5. The removal of trees that are no longer living orwhich may constitute a safety hazard as confirmed
by a qualified arbourist.
6. The removal of trees with a calliper of less than 15".
7. Exterior painting of wood, stucco or metal finishes;
8. Installations of exterior lights;
9. Single storey rear additions, no larger than 20 sq. m in area, not visible from the front of the house
SCHEDULE "B" TO BY-LAW NO.4302.01.D
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TOWN OF AURORA
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
LOCATION: Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage District Study Area
THIS IS SCHEDULE "A"
TO BY-LAW NO. 4227-06.D
PASSED THIS _ DAY
OF 2006.
B. PANIZZA, CLERK
T. JONES, MAYOR
HERITAGE DISTRICT STUDY AREA
SCHEDULE "A" TO BY-LAW NO. 4227-06.D
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 4690-05.D
BEING A BY-LAW to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 60
The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Aurora, under Section 17 (22) of the
Planning Act, RSO 1990 Chapter P. 13 as amended, hereby enacts as follows:
Official Plan Amendment No. 60 for the Town of Aurora, consisting of the
attached explanatory text and schedules, is hereby adopted.
2. The Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to make such application on behalf
of the Corporation and to execute under the Corporate Seal such documents as
may be required for the above purposes..
This By-law shall come into force and take effect on the day of the final passage
thereof.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 28fh DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2006.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 28TH DAY OF 2006.
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, MUNICIPAL CLERK
Note: In accordance with Regional Official Plan Amendment #9, as approved by By-law
A-0265-1999-0.71, this amendment is exempt from Regional approval. In this
regard, the Town of Aurora is the signing authority.
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of,
AMENDMENT NO.60
TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN
FOR THE TOWN OF AURORA
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AMENDMENT NO, 60
TO THE
OFFICIAL PLAN FOR THE
TOWN OF AURORA PLANNING AREA
This Amendment to the Official Plan for the Town of Aurora, which has been adopted by
the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Aurora, is hereby approved in accordance
with Section 17 (22) of the Planning Act, RSO 1990 Chapter P. 13 as amended, as
Amendment No. 60 to the Official Plan for the Town of Aurora.
Date:
T. Jones, Mayor
B. Panizza, Town Clerk
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AMENDMENT NO. 60
TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN FOR THE TOWN OF AURORA
STATEMENT OF COMPONENTS
PAGE
PART I — THE PREAMBLE
1.0
Introduction 1
2.0
Purpose of The Amendment 1
3.0
Location 1
4.0
Basis of The Amendment 1
PART It — THE AMENDMENT
1.0 Introduction 2
2.0 Details of The Amendment 2
3.0 Implementation and Interpretation 2
Schedule "A" — Land Use Plan
Schedule "H" — Site Specific Policy Areas
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PART I — THE PREAMBLE
1.0 Introduction
This part of the Amendment, entitled Part I — The Preamble, explains the purpose and
location of this Amendment, and provides an overview of the reasons for it. It is for
explanatory purposes only and does not form part of the Amendment.
2.0 Purpose of The Amendment
The purpose of this Amendment is to permit a building supply outlet, including limited
outdoor storage, as an additional permitted use within the "Service Commercial Centre"
designation solely for the subject lands that are municipally known as 289 Wellington
Street East, as shown on Schedule "A" attached hereto and forming part of this
Amendment.
3.0 Location
The subject lands which are affected by this Amendment are legally described as Part
of Lot 80, Concession 1 E.Y.S, in the Town of Aurora, as schematically shown on
Schedule "A". The subject lands are generally bounded by Mary Street to the east and
south, by Wellington Street East to the north, and are municipally known as 289
Wellington Street East.
4.0 Basis of The Amendment
The existing use of the property as a 'Building Supply Outlet", including outdoor
storage, does not conform to the Official Plan. Based on Staffs review of Town records
and the history of the subject property, it is evident that a Site Plan Application (File: SP-
86-15) was entered into by the Town in 1986 and that building permits were been
issued by the Town on the lands. Staff are unaware of how permits were issued. In
order to rectify this matter and not encumber any future development application or
building permits, The Corporation of the Town of Aurora has sponsored the subject
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PART II — THE AMENDMENT
1.0 Introduction
All of this part of the document entitled Part II — The Amendment, consisting of the
following text and attached map designated as Schedule "A" (Land Use Plan),
constitutes Amendment No. 60 to the Official Plan for the Town of Aurora.
2.0 Details of The Amendment
The Official Plan of the Town of Aurora is hereby amended as follows:
Item (1): Section 3.2.7 of the Town Official Plan, entitled Site Specific Policy Areas,
is hereby amended by adding Section "3.2.7.p" as follows:
3.2.7.p) Notwithstanding any policies to the contrary, the property
legally described as Part of Lot 80, Concession 1 E.Y.S.,
municipally known as 289 Wellington Street East, may be
used for a building supply outlet use, including limited
outdoor storage. New proposals for outdoor storage shall
comply with Zoning By-law requirements.
Item (2): Schedule "H" — Site Specific Policy Areas is amended to include and
reference the subject lands as 3.2.7.p.
3.0 Implementation and Interpretation
The implementation and interpretation of this Amendment shall be in accordance with
the respective policies of the Aurora Official Plan, Zoning By-law, and any Site Plan
Agreement.
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EXPLANATORY NOTE
Re: Official Plan Amendment No. 60
Official Plan Amendment No. 60 has the following purpose and effect:
The purpose of this Amendment is to permit a building supply outlet, including limited
outdoor storage, as an additional permitted use within the "Service Commercial Centre"
designation solely for the subject lands that are municipally known as 289 Wellington
Street East.