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Agenda - Council - 20070911CounciltCommittee Secretary COUNCIL AGENDA NO, 07-21 TUESDAY, SE"EMBER 11, 2007 COUNCIL CHAMBERS AURORA TOWN HALL PUBLIC RELEASE 07/09/07 TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA NO. 07-21 Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST II APPROVAL OF AGENDA RECOMMENDED: THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department be approved. III OPEN FORUM IV APPROVAL OF MINUTES Special Council - Public Planning Minutes of August 14, 2007, pg. 1 Meeting 07-19 and Council Minutes of August 14, 2007, Meeting 07-20 RECOMMENDED: THAT the Special Council - Public Planning minutes from meeting 07-19 and Council minutes from meeting 07-20 be approved. V PRESENTATIONS VI PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS VII DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Council Meeting No. 07-21 Page 2 of 5 Tuesday, September 11, 2007 VIII ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION IX DELEGATIONS a) Mr. Mike Matthews, Director of Lines, Maintenance pg. D-1 & Construction, PowerStream Inc. Re: Update on Power Supply to Aurora b) Mr John Housser And Ms Linda Housser pg. D-2 Re: Traffic Calming c) Mr. Graham Creelman pg. D-5 Re: Traffic Calming d) Mr. Robert McConkey pg. D-6 Re: Traffic Calming e) Mr. Michael Robertson pg. D-7 Re: Traffic Calming f) Mr. Arthur Lombard pg. D-8 Re: Traffic Calming X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION XI REGIONAL REPORT XII NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION - COUNCILLORS XIII READING OF BY-LAWS RECOMMENDED: THAT the following listed by-law be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and enacted: 4955-07.C BEING A BY-LAW to confirm pg. B-1 actions by Council resulting from the meeting of September 11, 2007. Council Meeting No. 07-21 Page 3 of 5 Tuesday, September 11, 2007 XIV CLOSED SESSION Property Matters THAT Council convene into a Closed Session to consider property matters. XV ADJOURNMENT / Council Meeting No. 07-21 Page 4 of 5 Tuesday, September 11, 2007 AGENDA ITEMS 1. General Committee Meeting Minutes No. 07-31 pg. 17 Tuesday, September 4, 2007 RECOMMENDED: THAT the minutes of the General Committee Meeting 07-31 be received and the recommendations contained therein be adopted. 2. Memorandum from the Acting Director of Public Works pg. 26 Re: Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan RECOMMENDED: THAT the memorandum from the Director of Public Works, regarding the Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan, be received for information. 3. Correspondence from Various Residents pg. 29 Re: Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan (Tabled by Mayor Morris) RECOMMENDED: THAT the correspondence from the residents, regarding the Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan, be received for information. 4. Correspondence from Ms Jackie Wilson pg. 39 Re: Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan (Referred from the September 4, 2007 General Committee Meeting) (Tabled by Mayor Morris) RECOMMENDED: THAT the correspondence from Ms Jackie Wilson regarding the traffic calming measures be received for information. Council Meeting No. 07-21 Page 5 of 5 Tuesday, September 11, 2007 5. Motion Tabled by Councillor McRoberts pg. 42 Re: Advisory Committee minutes RECOMMENDED: THAT all advisory committee minutes shall identify any and all recommendations to be considered by Council, in list format at the beginning of the minutes. 6. Appointment to the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora pg. 44 (From Closed Session of September 4, 2007) RECOMMENDED: THAT Mr. Andries Godschalk be appointed to the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora. COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Auk TOWN OF AURORA SPECIAL COUNCIL - PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING MINUTES NO. 07-19 Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, August 14, 2007 ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Collins- Mrakas, Granger, MacEachern, Marsh, McRoberts and Wilson MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Gaertner was absent. OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Planning, Manager of Development Planning, Planner, Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Senior - Building Inspector, Director of Leisure Services, Acting Director of Public Works, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer, Assistant Solicitor and Council/ Committee Secretary The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. APPROVAL OFAGENDA Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor McRoberts THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department be approved as presented. CARRIED /if PLANNING APPLICATIONS Mayor Morris outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the public meeting. The Clerk confirmed that appropriate notice had been given and that signs had been posted on the subject properties in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act. -1- COUNCIL-SPHOPEMKIR P4L51Ijc PaOQUg Minutes No. 07-19 Page 2 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 PL07-095 — Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of / Condominium Applications Stirling Cook Aurora Inc. 13777, 13795, 13815 Yonge Street and 74 Old Bloomington Road Lots 17, 18, 19, 20 Plan 166 Northeast corner of Yonge Street and Bloomington Road Files D14-13-06 and D07-02-06 Planning Staff The Planner provided a description of the application and reviewed the contents of the report, outlining the location of the property and current uses of the subject and surrounding lands. The Planner advised that the applicant has revised his original proposal which was heard at the Public Planning Meeting held on May 23, 2007, and now proposes to develop a 22 unit detached dwelling condominium development on the subject lands, which are located north of Old Bloomington Road and east of Yonge Street within the Settlement Designation of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. The Planner advised that the applicant has submitted documentation that the lots have been sited so that the woodlot and vegetation cover has been retained in -- their natural condition, connectivity to the existing forest to the east of the site has been preserved. The Planner advised that a vegetation protection zone has been provided to the rear of lots 12 to 21, around the butternut trees (key natural heritage feature) in the rear of lot 9, and the applicant has also satisfied the block plan requirements. The Planner advised that staff require that the configuration of the turning circle must be without any retaining walls, and that staff is willing to work with the applicant and the Region in regards to the configuration. Applicant/Aoent Ms Laura Starr, Manager, Landscape Architecture, Gartner Lee Limited provided an overview of some of the various designs for the residences proposed to be built on the subjects lands, with an emphasis on the high quality architecture, landscaping. and superior green technology which will make these homes desirable and environmentally responsible. Ms Starr advised that the applicant has been working closely with staff to resolve any outstanding issues and that they are looking forward to moving this project along. Ms Starr advised that she would be available to answer any questions as needed. Public Comments There were no members of the public in attendance to comment on the application. The public portion of the meeting closed at 7:45 p.m. and Council's deliberations began. Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT the applications be approved in principle, subject to the resolution of outstanding issues; and THAT staff finalize the conditions of draft plan of condominium approval and the zoning by-law. CARRIED -2- 000NC I L SpS@RIVDMHR P11111c P2615lidg Minutes No. 07.19 Page 3 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 IV READING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor MacEachern THAT the following listed by-law be given 1s 2n' and 3rtl readings, and enacted: 4947-07.0 V ADJOURNMENT BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting From The Special Council Meeting of August 14, 2007. CFT_1 77Ix7 Moved by Councillor McRoberts THAT the meeting be adjourned at 7:47 p.m. CARRIED PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, CLERK —3— COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AURORA TOWN OF AURORA COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NO. 07-20 Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, August 14, 2007 ATTENDANCE COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Morris in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Collins- Mrakas, Granger, MacEachern, Marsh, McRoberts and Wilson. MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Gaertner was absent. OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Senior Building Inspector, Director of Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Acting Director of Public Works, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer, Assistant Solicitor and Council/Committee Secretary. Mayor Morris called the meeting to order at 7:55 p.m. following the Special Council Public Planning meeting. Mayor Morris advised of the recent passing of Daisy Harris, Councillor Gaertner's Mother, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 11. 2007, in Toronto at 99 years of age. On behalf of members of Council and staff, Mayor Morris extended her deepest sympathy and condolences to Councillor Gaertner and her family at this time. Mayor Morris advised of the recent passing of Police Constable Robert Plunkett and in honour of his contribution to the Region of York, a moment of silence was observed. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Councillor Marsh declared an interest in item 9 pertaining to applications for a Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, by virtue of her husband's employment with the applicant and did not take part in or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. H APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Granger THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department, with the following additional items, be approved: ➢ Delegation (d) request from Ms Susan Rogers, representing Ridgewood Developments Inc. Re: Item 10 - PL07-097- Application for Site Plan Approval Ridgewood Developments Inc. (formerly CDCL Developments Aurora) 15-35 Hollandview Trail Part Lot 82, Concession 1 EYS File D11-02-07 -4- COUNC I L—c&TiQT0MfiIFNr].1I7-2(2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 2 of 13 ➢ Delegation (e) request from Mr. Joe Bentollina Re: Item 14 - LS07-030 — Award of Contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending D NEW ITEM 19 -Media Alert from the Region of York Re: York Region Lifts Stage 2 Water Ban (Tabled by Mayor Morris) ➢ NEW ITEM - Closed Session Agenda item Re: A Property Matter CARRIED Ill OPEN FORUM Mr. John Sargent of the Aurora Community Gardeners thanked the Mayor, Members of Council and the staff of the Leisure Services department, for their continued support and assistance with the maintenance of the portion of the Jack Woods Lands, which is used by the Aurora Community Gardens. Mr. Sargent presented the Mayor and the Director of Leisure Services with a hand made book containing names of a variety of gardeners and many photographs of the Community Gardens, as well as a framed letter of thanks and appreciation on behalf of the Aurora Community Gardeners. IV ADOPTION OF MINUTES Council Meeting Minutes of July 17, 2007 Meeting Number 07-18 Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT the Council Meeting Minutes from meeting 07-18 be adopted as printed and circulated. CARRIED V PRESENTATIONS None VI PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Councillor Buck advised that many of Aurora's senior residents recently took part in the York Region 55+ 2007 Summer Games. Councillor Buck advised that Aurora won 5 gold medals, 10 silver medals and 7 bronze medals in various categories. Councillor Buck was joined by the Mayor and Council in extending their congratulations to the winners and all of the seniors who represented Aurora so successfully. Councillor Marsh advised that she had volunteered along with the wives of the York Region Police Male Chorus and many others at the memorial service of York Regional Police Detective -Constable Robert James Plunkett. Councillor Marsh advised that 21,000 bottles of water were handed out in the 30C sun and she added that the volunteers and organizers did an amazing job during the 8 hour service. Councillor McRoberts extended congratulations to the staff and volunteers who organized the very successful and enjoyable "Doors Open Aurora" event on Saturday, August 11, 2007. In particular Councillor McRoberts recognized Mr. John McIntyre who hosted the walking tour, Ms Shelley Ware, Special Events Co-ordinator and Mr. Michael Seaman, Heritage Planner for their hard work and also the volunteers, greeters and the 17 historical sites which participated in the event. —5— COUNCIL—cc&r5@1TM$rFJNo1d7,-2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 3 of 13 Councillor McRoberts advised that the Town will be hosting a "Movie in the Park" on Wednesday. August 29, 2007. in the Town Park at dusk. Councillor McRoberts advised that the feature being shown on the jumbo screen will be "Night at the Museum" and he encouraged all ages to attend at no cost, however those attending must bring a lawn chair or blanket. Councillor Granger advised that the Farmers Market was very well attended on Saturday, August 11, 2007, and he congratulated staff and organizers of "Doors Open Aurora" whose exhibit and walking tour home base were hosted at the Farmers Market. Councillor Granger advised that there will be a big corn roast at the Farmers Market on Saturday, August 18, 2007 from 8:00 am. until noon. Mayor Morris advised that the Green Bin will be delivered to every household in Aurora beginning on Monday, August 20. 2007. Mayor Morris advised that the 2ntl annual "Battle of Yonge Street" hockey challenge between Newmarket and Aurora will be taking place on Sunday, September 9, 2007 at the Ray Twinney Complex in Newmarket. Mayor Morris advised that tickets are available for $10.00 each, that all of the proceeds from this event will go toward the Regional Cancer Centre at Southlake, and that further information can be obtained by calling 905-727-8874. Mayor Morris thanked Belinda Stronach, MP for Aurora and Newmarket, and her staff for organizing this event. Mayor Morris advised that the Mayor's Blood Donor Clinic, held on Friday, August 10, 2007, was well attended and that 97% of the projected target for donations was met. Mayor Morris announced that the Town of Aurora is pleased to offer a quick, easy and secure new service called PayTickets.ca where residents now have the opportunity to pay parking tickets on line, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Mayor Morris and Mr. John Rogers, the CAD, announced that the Town of Aurora is proudly participating in the 2007 United Way Dragon Boat Festival at the Seneca College King Campus on Saturday, August 18, 2007. Mr. Rogers advised that the Dragon Boat Festival is the kick-off event which begins the United Way campaign for 2007 and that this years donation target will be announced at this event. Mr. Rogers informed that over 13,000 people are expected to attend and that it will be an exciting and fun -filled day for participants, supporters and spectators. Vll DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15 and 16 were identified for discussion. Vlll ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as "Items not Requiring Separate Discussion" be adopted as submitted to Council and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to give effect to same: Special General Committee Meeting Minutes No. 07-30 Monday, July 16, 2007 THAT the minutes of the Special General Committee Meeting 07-30 be received and the recommendations contained therein be adopted. Q'f. COUNCIL-c&6ETi M8fiR4oyd7,-202007 Page 4of13 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 2. Memorandum from the Mayor's Office Re: E-mails from Residents Concerning Water Ban/Water Supply (Deferred from July 17, 2007 Council Meeting) THAT the e-mails from residents concerning water ban/water supply be received for information. 4. BA07.007 — Request for Sign Variance — 669 Wellington Street East Aurora Toyota THAT Council approve the request for two additional wall signs on the rear west elevation and 3 additional wall signs on the front east elevation for Aurora Toyota at 669 Wellington St. East. PL07-093 — Application for Site Plan Approval Delrin Investments Inc., Lot 7, Plan 65M-3974 190 Don Hillock Drive File Dll-11-07 THAT report PL07-093 be received as information and that, subject to the resolution of all outstanding issues and the submission of all fees and securities, Council authorize the Director of Planning and Development Services to execute a Site Plan Agreement between the owner and the Town of Aurora to permit the construction of a single storey, 3,400 sq. metre (36,600 sq. feet) industrial building. 13. PW07-034 — Extension of PW2004-51, 1 Year Option, 614128 Ontario Limited (Tri-San Construction), Contracted Combo Plows/Sanders THAT Tender No. PW2004-51, for the supply and operation of contrabted single axle trucks with sander bodies, plows and snow wings be extended for the one (1) year option as provided in the original tender; and THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Municipal Clerk to execute the attached amended Form of Agreement between the Town of Aurora and Tri-San Construction Ltd. 17. LS07-031— Energy Management Building Retro-fits THAT Council waive its procurement by-law provisions and award the contract for detailed design and project management of energy management and conservation building retro-fits to Ecosystem Energy Services Incorporated based on a preliminary study performed in 2006. 18. LS07-029 — Additional 2007 Community Grant Request THAT Council approve an additional 2007 grant request for John Hastings in the amount of $1,000.00. CARRIED —7— COUNCIL—CcFu6Aififi&$rEfN01 Q;-2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 5 of 13 IX DELEGATIONS (a) Ms Kim Gavine, Executive Director of the Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation Re: "A Foundation for Success on the Oak Ridges Moraine" Ms Kim Gavine of the Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation provided a detailed summary of the various projects and programs in place and in production to restore and preserve the environmentally significant and unique qualities of the Oak Ridges Moraine. Ms. Gavine concluded by assuring that the Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation will continue to work with the local municipalities to responsibly manage and maintain the sensitivity of the Moraine and she encouraged the Town of Aurora to help by continuing to support the foundation, to identify and participate in new projects and initiatives which will maximize the natural value of this resource while protecting the fragile balance of these sensitive lands. Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. 9-137147 (b) Mr. Harold Sellers, Executive Director, Oak Ridges Trail Association Re: Request for Permission to Apply Blazing and Signage on Vandorf Sideroad between Bayview Avenue and Highway 404 Mr. Harold Sellers of the Oak Ridges Trail Association appeared before Council to request permission to erect several marker signs and necessary tree blazing within the vicinity of the Oak Ridges walking trail on Vandorf Sideroad, in order to assist hikers in keeping to the trail and in using the appropriate crossings for their safety and recreational enjoyment. Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor MacEachern THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Buck THAT permission be granted to the Oak Ridges Trail Association to apply trail blazing and erect signage on Vandorf Sideroad, as requested. W-l"I : (c) Ms Debbie Korolnek, Director of Water and Wastewater, York Region Re: Regional Update on Water Issues in the Town of Aurora Ms Debbie Korolnek addressed Council to present an overview of the current and future sources of water supply within the Region of York and explained how the recent severely dry weather conditions impacted on the existing water supply for the Town of Aurora. Ms Korolnek illustrated the events which led to the need to initiate stage 2 water bans within York Region this summer and she provided an outline of the projects in production and how they will supplement Aurora's water supply, thereby alleviating the chances of this type of situation occurring in the future. COUNC I L-Cc@E(RI fikfg%O1G17r2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 6 of 13 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Granger THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information. CARRIED (d) Ms Susan Rogers, representing Ridgewood Developments Inc. Re: Item 10 - PL07-097 - Site Plan Application for 15-35 Hollandview Trail (Added Item) Ms Susan Rogers, representing Ridgewood Developments Inc, advised that this application for condominiums on John West Way has been before Council previously and that the applicant has made various revisions to the design, in order to address concerns raised by staff and Council pertaining to insuring adequate distance and buffering between the terraces and John West Way. Ms Rogers provided a summary of the revisions which have been made to the application and requested that Council not recommend that the entire building setback be increased. Ms Rogers explained that changing the building setback at this stage would require applications for minor variances which would result in a significant negative financial impact for the builders due to delays in construction and sale of the units. Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information; and THAT item 10 be brought forward for consideration at this time. CARRIED 10. PL07-097 — Application for Site Plan Approval Ridgewood Developments Inc. (formerly CDCL Developments Aurora) 15-35 Hollandview Trail Part Lot 82, Concession 1 EYS File Dll-02-07 Moved by Councillor McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT report PL07-097 be received as information; and THAT the current siting of the building with further landscaping along the property lines, as approved by Town's landscape architect, be approved; and THAT the Director of Planning and Development Services be authorized to execute the site plan agreement subject to the resolution of all outstanding issues and receipt of the appropriate fees and securities; and THAT three (3) additional units of servicing allocation be provided to the subject application form the Core Area Infill reserve. CARRIED COUNCIL—C&&Ri11 UBEd:No14;-2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 7 of 13 (e) Mr. Joe Bentollina, President, Aurora Minor Hockey Association Re: Item 14 - LS07-030 — Award of Contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending Mr. Joe Bentollina of the Aurora Minor Hockey Association appeared before Council to discuss the award of contract for consolidated facility concession and vending in the Town's recreational facilities. Mr. Bentollina advised of the many exceptional contributions that Mr. Barrese of Recreational Leisure Services Inc, has provided for the Aurora Minor Hockey Association over the years including MVP awards given out to the kids who participate in the December Showcase Tournament involving all of the house league teams, an annual complimentary BBQ for the teams, meal vouchers for volunteers and free water for the referees. Mr. Bentollina concluded by encouraging Council to award the contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending to Recreational Leisure Services. Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information; and THAT item 14 be brought forward for consideration at this time. CARRIED 14. LS07-030 — Award of Contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT report LS07-030 Award of Contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending, be deferred to the next General Committee meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, September 4, 2007; and THAT the existing contract for food and beverage vending be further extended to allow service to continue in the interim. CARRIED Moved by CouncillorMacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT the hour be extended beyond 10:30 pm. in order to address the remaining items on the agenda. CARRIED X CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION 8. PL07-094 — Applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Rezoning MI Developments Inc. Part of Lot 21, Concession 2, E.Y.S. Files D12-01-06 and D14-03-06 Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT the proposed Plan of Subdivision D12-01-06 prepared by Lorelei Jones & Associates red lined and dated July 7, 2007, revision No. 6, be draft approved subject to the Schedule of Conditions of Draft Approval attached as Appendix "A" being fulfilled prior to final approval; and —10— COUNCIL—c&E@TI BffffAlo1 d7,-2o2OO7 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 8 of 13 THAT 134 units of sewage and water capacity be allocated to the MI Developments Inc. lands located on Part of Lot 21, Concession 2, East of Yonge Street, subject to MI Developments Inc. providing a legally binding undertaking to not allow occupancy until the South Aurora Reservoir is operational, and THAT Implementing Zoning By-law 4944-O7.D be deferred until such time that MI Developments Inc. submits the undertaking. CARRIED 12. PW07-032 —Approval to Execute a Preservicing Agreement Brookvalley Subdivision -File D12-05-2A Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Granger THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an agreement between the Town of Aurora and Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd. to permit the servicing of the lands in Brookvalley Subdivision (D12-05-2A) subject to the following conditions: (a) Issuance of the necessary Certificates of Approval from the Ministry of - Energy and Environment and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority for all the underground services; and (b) Signing of the engineering plans for the construction of the municipal services; and (c) Receipt of proof of insurance indemnifying the Town in an amount of $10,000,000; and (d) Receipt of engineering fees and securities in accordance with the standard procedures for subdivision developments in the amounts specified. CARRIED 3. Proposed Motion Tabled by Councillor Granger Re: Farmers Market Special Events Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor MacEachern THAT Council support the allocation of $950 requested to support the special events for the Farmers Market; and THAT the funding be provided from the Mayor's promotional advertising budget. CARRIED Councillor Buck left the meeting at 11:20 p.m. 5. FS07-036 — 2007 Reserve Fund Update Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT report FS07-036 be received for information. CARRIED —11— COUNCIL-oo&EcRfft dfgRrolQT,-2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 9 of 13 6. FS07-039 — Investment Summary Report as of June 30, 2007 Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachem THAT report FS07-039 be received for information. CARRIED Councillor Marsh, having previously declared an interest in item 9, did not take part in the vote called for in this regard. 9. PL07-096 — Applications to Amend Zoning By-law and Draft Plan of Subdivision Victor Priestly / Claretree Developments 105 Inc. Part of Lot 25, Concession 2, E.Y.S Files D14-17-06 & D12-03-06 11 15. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor MacEachern THAT Council receive as information the following overview of Applications to Amend the Zoning By-law and Draft Plan of Subdivision Files D14-17-06 and D12-03-06; and THAT a Public Planning Meeting be scheduled for September 26, 2007. CARRIED PW07-021 — York Region and Local Municipal Sanitary Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Program Moved by Councillor Granger Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT expenditures and works carried out under Tender No. PW2006-33 (Reduce Extraneous Flows in the Wastewater Collection System) be amended to include an additional amount of $200,000 from previously unused project funds; and THAT Council authorize the expenditure of the unused surplus funds for the continuation of this program; and THAT Council receive the attached Regional Report No. 4 for information and that the agreement be forwarded to the Regional Clerk for program participation to reduce inflow and infiltration. 161.1100LOI7 Recommendations from the Special GC - Closed Session Meeting of July 16, 2007 Jack Woods House — 95 Allaura Blvd. Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT staff be authorized to commence proceedings for the sale of 95 Allaura Blvd. and that staff provide a report on the potential options available for development that Council may consider, including possible severance; and —12— COUNC I L -Co9E0 Rro10G,-2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 10 of 13 THAT consideration be given to retaining the 100' x 180' plot of land currently occupied by the York Region Food Network in order to !' provide a permanent location for the Aurora Community Gardens. CARRIED Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor McRoberts Former Hydro Building — 215 Industrial Parkway South THAT the, proposal submitted by L. H. Lind Realty Inc. not be accepted and that the Town supports the proposal submitted by NAIC Realty Inc. for a two month lease from October 2007 to November 2007 THAT Council consider a strategy for all Town buildings and schedule a special meeting in September to discuss future uses in all currently vacant Town buildings. Town Property-15286 Leslie Street THAT the proposed Offer to Purchase not be supported and that the purchaser be advised of Council's decision; and THAT the subject lands be declared surplus, and staff be authorized to commence proceedings for the sale of the property through a public sale process. CARRIED 16. Recommendation from the Public Planning - Closed Session Meeting of June 27, 2007 Appointment of Members to the Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor MacEachern THAT, the following people be appointed to the Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee: Allan Church, Michael Evans, Jane Hinder, Kim Rogers and a representative from the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. CARRIED 19. Media Alert from the Region of York Re: York Region Lifts Stage 2 Water Ban (Tabled by Mayor Morris) Moved by Councillor MacEachern Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT the Media Alert from the Region of York entitled 'York Region Lifts Water Ban", be received for information. CARRIED XI REGIONAL REPORT None —13— COUNCIL-C&BRITIOUBUN0107-202007 Page 11 of 13 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 X11 NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION— COUNCILLORS Mayor Morris advised that residents have expressed concern regarding the recent construction of a Talus communications tower on Old Bloomington Road, in the vicinity of Steeplechase Avenue and Bayview Avenue. The CAO advised that this matter is federally regulated and suggested that residents should express concerns to either the Telus company or the Canadian Radio -television and Telecommunications Commission. Mayor Morris advised that the Leash Free Dog Park Committee is in need of resident volunteers to assist with the management of the park. Mayor Morris inquired about reasons for the low water levels in Salamander Pond. The Acting Director of Public Works advised that the reason for low water levels in Salamander Pond, as well a many ponds and river beds in Aurora, is strictly resulting from dry, hot conditions and lack of rainfall over a prolonged period of time. Mayor Morris requested that PowerStream be invited to come to a future Council or General Committee meeting to provide an update on the current state of power supply and demand in Aurora. Mayor Morris advised that a resident has expressed concern regarding the lights being on in the Victoria Hall Building during the day. The Director of Leisure_ Services advised that this matter will be addressed. Mayor Morris advised that she has received a call from a concerned resident about the Town Park Splash Pad being operational through the night. The Director of Leisure Services advised that the Splash Pad works on a timer system and can only be activated until 9:00 p.m. at which point is shuts off until the next morning. Mayor Morris advised that the train bell located in front of the former Public Library is in need of cleaning and requested that staff arrange to have this done. Councillor Wilson expressed concern regarding proposed cut -backs to the York Region Transit buses in Aurora, due to lack of ridership. Councillor Granger inquired about the feasibility of moving the Richardson Drive road reconstruction project up on the priority list. Councillor Marsh inquired about the status of the Replica Guns By-law issue and requested that a follow-up report on this issue be brought to a future meeting. X111 READING OF BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Marsh Seconded by Councillor Collins-Mrakas THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1 st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and enacted: 4940-07.T BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking By-law 4574-047 as amended, with respect to one- way streets in the northeast quadrant 4941-07.T BEING A BY-LAW to remove all -way stop signs and erect two-way stop signs on various intersections in the northeast quadrant -14- COUNCIL—cd8j6b1l W8,Fg%ojd7,-2o2007 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Page 12 of 13 4942-07.T BEING A BY-LAW with respect to turning restrictions in various locations in the northeast quadrant 4943-073 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking By-law 4574-047 as amended, with respect to parking on various streets in the northeast quadrant 4948-07.R BEING A BY-LAW to designate a certain property as being of Historical and/or Architectural Value or Interest 'The David W. Doan House", 32 Wellington Street East. 4949-07.R BEING A BY-LAW to designate a certain property as being of Historical and/or Architectural Value or Interest 'The Charles Dunham House", 34 Wellington Street East. - 4950-07.R BEING A BY-LAW to designate a certain property as being of Historical and/or Architectural Value or Interest 'The Tailor's House", 38 Wellington Street East. 4951-07.R BEING A BY-LAW to designate a certain property as being of Historical and/or Architectural Value or Interest "The Grimshaw House", 15 Mosley Street. 4952-07.R BEING A BY-LAW to designate a certain property as being of Historical and/or Architectural Value or Interest 'The John W. Knowles House", 66 Wellington Street East. 4953-07.R BEING A BY-LAW to designate a certain property as being of Historical and/or Architectural Value or Interest 'The Allen Brown House", 14425 Bayview Avenue. 4954-07.0 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting From Meeting 07-20 on August 14, 2007. CARRIED By-law 4944-07.D was deferred earlier in the meeting. —15— COUNCIL —CSB iTlZUBUNo167-2o2007 Page 13 of 13 Tuesday, August 14, 2007 X1V CLOSED SESSION Property, Labour Relations & Legal Matter Moved by Councillor Collins-Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Marsh THAT Council convene into Closed Session to consider a property matter which was added to the agenda; and THAT consideration of the labour relations & legal matters be deferred. CARRIED XV ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Wilson THAT the meeting be adjourned at 12:00 a.m. CARRIED —16— '�ddlL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Delegation (a) Panizza, Bob From: Rogers, John Sent: Sunday, August 26, 2007 3:24 PM To: Panizza, Bob Subject: FW: Presentation to Town Council - September 11, 2007 -----Original Message ----- From: Ed Benvenuto' Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 4:34 PM To: Rogers, John Cc: Mike Matthews; Jack Aldred Subject: Presentation to Town Council - September 11, 2007 Hi John, Further to our meeting last Friday, Mike Matthews our Director of Lines, Maintenance & Construction will provide the presentation to council on September 11th. I will also be in attendance along with Jack Aldred. We'll have the presentation package to you by September Wh as requested, both hard copy and electronic version. Please let me know if we need to supply anything else for this. Also, could you please confirm our presentation time etc, and the amount of time allotted for the presentation and question period. Thanks, Ed Benvenuto Director, Customer Service PowerStream Inc. Office - (905) 513-4109 8/27/2007 a COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Delegation (b) Panizza, Bob From: lindai Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2007 12:53 PM To: Panizza, Bob Cc: Michelle Haney Kileeg; Quinn Ingham; Robert McConkey; Ted Elliott; George Steeves; Rino Roncadin Subject: Delegation Request for Sept. 11, 2007 Traffic Calming Thursday Sept. 6, 2007 Mr. Bob Panizza FAX: (05) 841-3483 Director of Corporate Services/Town Cleric Coporate Service Department 100 John West Way Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 REQUEST FOR DELEGATION STATUS TUES. SEPT. 11 COUNCIL MEETING RE: Reafiic Calming NE Quadrant Linda & John Housser D-2 giFi?nn,7 6OdfiI G� E ER 11, 2007 65 Spruce Street, Aurora, Ontario L4G 1RD t t�`jt+ art• ' '��a�'�1 "x'� � &i"�. "�� ��' `'�'�.£.�Y4.�+-p j la t (Y�@Pf,.T..i,,� (T's-r.. /% 1 y✓' ' p i''� Cam"' Y`+.w :L:.(I iL %S..t�r''a$.t$l_) �,Vi.`s'tti. --{ Y ?i' .`H "-$''• y 6iv �. � 1 ttip } i4 KL yq� r } �i a COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 GOOD NEWS STORY Reclaiming our Residential Neighbourhood "Young Boy Learns How to Ride 2 Wheeler" Monday, August 27, 2007 5:15 PM Spruce Street north of Catherine Ave Aurora, Ontario Today at 5:15 PM a very young boy (Spruce Street resident), learned how to ride his two wheeler bicycle for the first time with the help of his mother by riding down the street (the sidewalks are too uneven) This NEVER could have occurred in the last 15 years due to the cut through traffic. Thanks to traffic calming, we are now able to sit on our front porches, open our front windows, walk safely down the sidewalk, and occasionally learn to ride a 2 wheeler or play street hockey. THANK YOU MAYOR MORRIS AND COUNCILLORS(excluding Evelyn Buck) for helping Aurora reclaim one of it's residential neighbourhoods. Sincerely, iwire F .an:r'wiDpj.*T%j' Aurora, Ontario . G3! COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Delegation (c) Panizza, Bob From: Stephen Forsey, , Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 1:18 PM To: Panizza, Bob Subject: Delegation Status for Tonight's Council Meeting Mr. Panizza As I indicated in my telephone message, Mr. Graham Creelman would like delegation status for tonight's council meeting in order to speak regarding the Traffic Calming Issue for the Historical District. Many thanks, Stephen 9/5/2007 D-5 COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Delegation (d) September 4, 2007 Attn: Bob I'mizza Clerk Town of Aurora Dear Sir: If possible, I would like to be given permission to speak very briefly at tonight's General Committee meeting, bifavour of the Traffic Calming plan recently implemented. Please let me know whether this is possible. Myhome telephone number is indicated below, but you are likely to get a machine. My apologies. Sincerely, Robert McConkey Aura_ D-6 COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Delegation (a) Panizza, Bob From: Jenifer robertson„ Sent; Thursday, September 06, 2007 12:20 PM To: Fanizza, Bob Subject: Traffic Calming Deer Sir, I request delegation status regarding the above issue at the Council meeting of September 11. Best regards, Michael Robertson D-7 COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Delegation (f) COUNCIL.— SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AgNDAiTE Aui�_oRA TOWN OFAURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES NO. 07-31 ATTENDANCE Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, September 4, 2007 Councillor Marsh in the Chair; Mayor Morris Councillors Buck (left at 11:05 p.m.), Collins-Mrakas, Gaertner, Granger, MacEachern, McRoberts and Wilson MEMBERS ABSENT None Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Acting Director of Public Works, Director of Financial Services/ Treasurer, Town Solicitor, and Council/Committee Secretary. Councillor Marsh called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST Mayor Morris declared an interest with respect to item 10 regarding a Site Plan Amendment Application, Van -Rob Realty Investments, due to the employment of her spouse with the company, and did not take part In or vote on any questions in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such questions. APPROVAL OFAGENDA General Committee recommends: THAT the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department, with the following additional items, be approved: > Withdrawal of Delegation a) - Mr. Ashley Steinfeld Re: Award of Contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending > Replacement Pages — pages 29 & 30 of the agenda Re: Report PW07-026 — Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study — page 1 & 2 > Withdrawal of Delegation e) — Mr. Graham Allen Re: Fence Issue on Bluegrass Drive > Additional Material from McLauchlin & Associates Re: Delegation c) — Mr. Robert Kennaley > NEW ITEM 21 — Correspondence from Residents Re: Delegation c) & d) — Fence Issue on Bluegrass Drive CARRIED —17— COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 General Committee Report No. 07-31 Tuesday, September4, 2007 III ADOPTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES Special General Committee Meeting Minutes 07-27 Monday, June 18, 2007 General Committee Meeting Minutes 07-28 Tuesday, June 19, 2007 General Committee recommends: Page 2 of 9 THAT the Special General Committee Meeting minutes 07-27 and General Committee Meeting minutes 07-28 be adopted. CARRIED IV DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17. 18 and 19 were identified for discussion. V 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 General Committee and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to give effect to same: 3. GA07-01 — Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes August 16, 2007 THAT the Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee Meeting minutes from the August 16, 2007 meeting be received and the recommendations contained therein be adopted. - 9. CS07-035 — Pending List THAT CS07-035 be received for information purposes. 15. Memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services Re: Status Update Regarding Sale of Replica Guns By-law THAT the memorandum from the Director of Corporate Services regarding the status update of the sale of replica guns by-law be received for information. 20. FS07-035 — Benefits of the AMO/LAS Electricity Program THAT the report 'Benefits of the AMC/LAS Electricity Program" be received for information; and THAT Financial Services be authorized to begin the process to implement the program for the Town of Aurora; and THAT the load profiling service fee of $499.00 and the electronic business transaction system (EBT) fee of $250.00 be funded from the savings in the program. COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 General Committee Report No. 07-31 Page 3 of 9 Tuesday, September 4, 2007 21. Correspondence from Residents Re: Fence Issue on Bluegrass Drive (Added Item) THAT the correspondence from residents regarding the fence issue on Bluegrass Drive be received for information. CARRIED VI DELEGATIONS (a) Mr. Ashley Steinfeid Re: Award of Contract for Consolidated Facility Concession and Vending This delegation was withdrawn from the agenda. (b) Ms Christine Hill, XCG Consultants Re: Item 4 - PW07-026 -Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study Ms Christine Hill addressed General Committee to provide an overview of the Aurora Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study. Ms Hill reviewed the objectives of the study, the study methodology, the major findings and the recommendations for the existing stormwater management facilities as well as for uncontrolled areas. Ms Hill suggested that the first step in implementing the recommendations would be to construct 10 wet ponds within the next five years. General Committee recommends: THAT the comments of the delegate be received. CARRIED General Committee recommends: THAT item 4 be brought forward for discussion. CARRIED 4. PW07-026 — Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study General Committee recommends: THAT Council receive Report PW07-028 (Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study) for information; and THAT Council approve in principle the recommendations of the Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study; and THAT the Implementation Plan and Schedule proposed in the Stormwater Management Remedial Strategy Study be referred for consideration as part of the 2008 Budget; and THAT staff be directed to draft a Cash -in -Lieu Policy for Council's consideration for infill and site plan projects; and THAT the Director of Finance consider this project when revising the Development Charges By-law; and -19- COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 General Committee Report No. 07-31 Page 4 of 9 Tuesday, September 4, 2007 THAT staff contact the Ministry of the Environment regarding Tables 1 and 2. CARRIED (c) Mr. Robert Kennaley, McLaughlin & Associates Re: 4 and 6 Bluegrass Drive Mr. Robert Kennaley addressed General Committee on behalf of Mr. & Mrs. Stuart who reside at 6 Bluegrass Drive and Mr. & Mrs. Kenney who reside at 4 Bluegrass Drive to request written permission from the Town of Aurora to construct a fence at the back of each of their properties. These landowners wish to erect a fence for several reasons, some of which include security, strangers walking through their property and their obligation under the Occupier's Liability Act to protect strangers from harm who enter their property. Mr. Kennaley outlined that, only for the purpose of the Town's ability to construct and maintain municipal services, does the easement that is in place require the homeowner to request written permission from the Town if he/she wishes to install a fence. General Committee recommends: THAT the comments of the delegate be received. CARRIED (d) Mr. Doug Lloyd _ Re: Fence Issue on Bluegrass Drive Mr. Doug Lloyd addressed General Committee on behalf of several residents of the Hunters Glen community in the area of Steeplechase Avenue and Bluegrass Drive. Mr. Lloyd indicated that, in the 1970s, easements were registered on the properties surrounding the approximately 6 acres of land which were owned by the Town of Aurora, stating that no buildings, fences or ground elevation changes would be allowed. In the 1990s the Town of Aurora sold the lands to several surrounding property owners and reinforced the previous conditions of the easements. Mr. Lloyd also indicated that the Town of Aurora sent notification, in July 2007, to the new property owners at #4 and #6 Bluegrass Drive to remove the fences that were erected in breach of the registered easements. In conclusion, Mr. Lloyd requested that the Town of Aurora ensure that the fences which were erected recently, be removed. General Committee recommends: THAT the comments of the delegate be received. CARRIED General Committee recommends: THAT the matter regarding fences on Bluegrass Drive be referred to legal staff for a report which should address the comments made by the delegates, Mr. Kennaley and Mr. Lloyd, as well as the concerns raised in correspondence from residents in the agenda material under Delegation (d) and in item 21. CARRIED—% -20- COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 General Committee Report No. 07.31 Page 5 of 9 Tuesday, September 4, 2007 (a) Dr. Graham Allen Re: Fence Issue on Bluegrass Drive This delegation was withdrawn from the agenda. VIl PRESENTATIONS BY THE COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVE None Vlll CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION General Committee recommends; THAT items 5, 6, and 7 be brought forward for discussion. CARRIED 5. LS07-032 — Arts & Culture Advisory Committee — Terms of Reference General Committee recommends: THAT Council approve the proposed Terms of Reference for a new Arts & Culture Advisory Committee; and THAT the membership consist of up to nine (9) members, including one representative from the Leisure Services Advisory Committee and one representative from the Economic Development Advisory Committee. CARRIED 6. LS07-033 —The Aurora Heritage Centre Operations General Committee recommends: THAT Council approve that the Town of Aurora, Leisure Services Department assume the operation of the Aurora Heritage Centre; and THAT staff report back on alternate operational models/options by which the Leisure Services Department could operate the Aurora Heritage Centre. CARRIED 7. LS07-034 — The Aurora Heritage - Cultural Spaces Federal Grant Application General Committee recommends: THAT Council endorse the grant application to Cultural Spaces Canada in the amount of $1,164,250 towards upgrades to the Aurora Heritage Centre; and THAT Council approve the Director of Leisure Services as the grant signing authority, CARRIED -21- COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 General Committee Report No. 07.31 Page 8 of 9 Tuesday, September 4, 2007 14. Memorandum from the Manager of Human Resources Re: Full-time Complement Position Vacancies General Committee recommends; THAT the memorandum from the Manager of Human Resources regarding Full-time Complement Position Vacancies be received for information. CARRIED 16, Memorandum from the Acting Director of Public Works Re: Operating Costs - Streetlights General Committee recommends: THAT, due to safety reasons, the Town of Aurora will assume the cost of $210 to power the three lights under dispute between Mosaics Condominium Corporation and Canadian Tire Corporation, subject to both parties resolving the issue of separating the three lights from the main circuit CARRIED 17. Correspondence from Jackie Wilson Re: Traffic Calming (Tabled by Mayor Morris) General Committee recommends: THAT the correspondence from Jackie Wilson regarding traffic calming be referred to the September 11, 2007 Council meeting. CARRIED Mayor Morris assumed the Chair at 11:01 p.m. Councillor Buck left the meeting at 11:04 p.m. Councillor Marsh assumed the Chair at 11:05 p.m. 18. FS07-038 — 2007 Second Quarter Operating Report General Committee recommends: THAT the budget adjustment as identified in attachment 2 to Financial Services Report No. F307-038 be adopted. CARRIED 19. FS07.041 — Water/Wastewater Operating Report General Committee recommends: THAT the Water/Wastewater report to July 31, 2007 be received for information purposes. CARRIED -24- COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 General Committee Report No. 07-31 Page 9 of 9 Tuesday, September 4, 2007 IX NEWBUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION —COUNCILLORS Councillor MacEachern requested follow-up information regarding the driveways on Knowles Crescent, to which the Acting Director of Public Works responded that the project is proceeding and that a public information session will be held for residents regarding the matter. Councillor McRoberts provided Notice of Motion that advisory committee minutes shall identify any and all recommendations to Council, in list format, at the beginning of the minutes. Councillor McRoberts inquired about the process of selecting the Council representatives for the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee to which the Town Clerk responded that the advertisement for membership will be placed in the local newspaper and following that, the selection of all members will take place. Mayor Morris thanked Councillors Collins-Mrakas and Wilson and staff members Kristen Yemm-Brodle and Alana Russell for their participation in the Green Bin Cook -off. Councillor Wilson advised that he will not be in attendance at the next Council and General Committee meetings. X CLOSED SESSION Labour, Personal and Property Matters General Committee recommends. THAT General Committee resolve into a Closed Session to consider labour relations, personal matters about identifiable individuals, and a property matter. CARRIED kLNjF1L�A General Committee recommends: THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:30 p.m. CARRIED THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 07-31 IS SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007. -25- Auk CQSEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AuRoxA I AGENDA ITEM # yowre 1r good cowpaV MEMORANDUM Director of Public Works Public Works Department Date: September 6, 2007 To: Mayor and Members of Council From: D. Atkins, Acting Director of Public Works Re: Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Plan The Public Works Department has been requested to prepare a chronology relating to the Northeast Quadrant Traffic Calming Study and Plan. Below please find the chronology, from the point that the first petitions were received in September 2003 to the point that the construction contract was awarded in May 2007. Information is also provided on the current status of the implementation of the Plan, and the "next steps", both in 2007 and 2008. 1. October 1, 2003 — memo to TSAB advising of receipt of petitions from residents of Centre Street and Spruce Street for implementation of traffic calming on their streets. 2. October 22, 2003 — Letters to York Region Transit, Central York Fire Services, York Region Police, York Region Emergency Medical Services, and both School Boards advising of receipt of traffic calming petitions and requesting initial comments. 3. March 3, March 26, March 29, April 6, April 23, May 17, July 20, and September 2, 2004 —various letters to residents and businesses on Spruce Street, Centre Street, Wellington Street and subsequently all streets in the Northeast Quadrant study area advising of receipt of traffic calming petitions and about initial meetings. 4. October 13, 2004 — Report TSAB04-017 — regarding issuance of request for proposal for Traffic Calming Study. 5. November 12, 2004 — Letter to residents in study area regarding Council resolution in relation to report TSAB04-017. 6. January 24, 2006 — Request For Proposal for completion of Traffic Calming Study issued. 7. February 28, 2006 - Award of Traffic Calming Study project to Dillon Consulting 8. March 7, 2006 — Notice of Class EA Study Commencement published, includes notification of first Public Open House. 9. March 7, March 8, 2006 - Letters to residents in Study Area, and York Region Transit, Central York Fire Services, York Region Police, York Region Emergency Medical Services, and both School Boards regarding commencement of Study and invitation to first Public Open House, 10. March 9, 2006 — Letter to Ministry of Environment regarding commencement of Class EA. —26— COUNC I,k�TEMBER 11, 2007 AuRoRA yo"Im 1s good C WPAAY 11. May 5, 20066 — Memo to TSAB regarding next steps in Study. 12.June 19, 2006 — Publication of Notice for second Public Open House, and letter to residents in Study Area regarding same. 13. June 28, 2006 — Memo to Mayor and Council regarding progress of Study and delay (to 2007) of reconstruction of Mark Street, Cedar Crescent, Oak Court, and Birch Court. 14.August 22, 2006 — Report PW06-041, regarding approval -in -principle of proposed Traffic Calming Plan and authorization to proceed with next steps. 15.September 5, 2006 — Memo to Mayor and Council responding to questions raised at August 22, 2006 Council Meeting. 16. September 5, 2006 — letter to residents in Study Area regarding Poll on proposed Traffic Calming Plan. 17. September 29, 2006 — Letter to residents in Study Area regarding results of Poll 18.October 3, 2006 — Report PW06-052, regarding Poll results and final approval of Plan. 19.October 17, 2006 — Report PW06-056, regarding retention of multi -way stop signs at intersection of Birch Court/Cedar Crescent/Walton Drive. 20.October 17, 2006 — By-law 4869-067, Road Alteration By-law for the _ implementation of the Traffic Calming Plan. 21.October 24, 2006 — Publication of Notice of Class EA Study Completion. 22. November 24, 2006 — Memo to Mayor and Council advising of end of mandatory 30- day review period and final approval of Class EA. 23. November 24, 2006 — Letter to MOE regarding final approval of Class EA. 24. May 1, 2007 — Report PW07-008, regarding award of construction contract for - reconstruction of Mark Street, Cedar Crescent, Oak Court, and Birch Court and Implementation of Traffic Calming Plan. 25. May 4, 2007 — Letter to residents in Study Area advising of GC recommendation relating to award of construction contract. 26. May 8, 2007 — Award of construction contract, including traffic calming implementation, by Council. Copies of all of these letters, reports, etc., are available in the Public Works Department for review. For your information, a copy of the final Traffic Calming Plan, as created during the Class EA study process, is attached. It is noted that this drawing, while close to showing what has been and will be implemented in the Quadrant, is not completely up to date. Subsequent to the completion of this drawing, Council resolved on October 17, 2006 to retain the multi -way stop signs at the intersection of Birch Court/Cedar Crescent/Walton Drive. Also, during the detail design phase of the overall project that was completed prior to the tendering of the construction project, a few minor modifications had to be made to the layout and locations of some of the chicanes, speed humps, etc. The status of the implementation of the Traffic Calming Plan, as of the preparation of this memo on September 6, 2007, is as follows: —27— COUNCI'-wi, MBER 11, 2007 Au1ZoRA yowre Good copy 1) Chicanes and curb extensions on Mark Street and Walton Drive have been installed; 2) "Islands" for implementation of 1-way sections on Centre Street and Fleury Street have been installed; 3) Directional diverter at intersection of Spruce Street and Catherine Avenue has been installed; and 4) Signage for all of the above has been installed. The immediate next steps in the implementation of the Plan are as follows: 1) Line painting - Scheduled to be completed overnight on Sept. 6/7, 2007; 2) Installation of speed humps on Maple Street, Catherine Avenue, and Centre Street — scheduled for week of September 10, 2007; 3) Installation of speed cushions on Walton Drive — scheduled for week of September 10, 2007; 4) Installation of final and permanent regulatory and notification signage, and fine- tuning of placement and amount of signage — ongoing. The contractor will be installing the final signage called for in the contract, and Public Works staff will be both completing the installation of the rest of the permanent regulatory signage and reviewing/fine-tuning the amount and location of the installed signage to ensure that both are optimal. Works to be completed in 2008: 1) Installation of speed cushions on Mark Street — As only base course asphalt is being placed on Mark Street in 2007, the installation of the speed cushions on this street has been deferred to 2008. Were they to be installed in 2007, they would have to be ground off prior to the placement of the top asphalt in 2008, and reconstructed after placement of the top asphalt. This would have more than doubled the overall cost of their installation. 2) Post -implementation monitoring of traffic flows and volumes in area - Pre - implementation traffic counts were conducted in the Study Area and the area to the north (Batson Drive/Walton Drivel Spruce Street) in the Spring of 2007, and will be repeated in 2008 after the installation of the final traffic calming measures on Mark Street. Staff will then be reporting to the TSAC and Council regarding the results of the monitoring program. D. Atkins Acting Director of Public Works cc: J. Rogers, C.A.O. att. 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TRAFFIC CALMING TRAFFIC CALMING ! -� GN SIGN maw► - oon 41 �® o�000000000 xcbxawxxpop abN TOWN OF AURORA NORTHEAST QUADRANT TRAFFIC CALMING PLAN (COMMUNITY PLAN) Legend: Speed hump o Speed cushion Curb extension AWSC All -way stop control Convert all -way stop to two-way stop Neighbourhood Traffic E Calming sign - Traffic flow QOO®© Refer to typical layout details (Attachment 1) Data Sources A. -I phot.g Yaph spppWd by the Town of A. — Scale 40 19Dm Design by. ALA Drawn by. G C.V_ Che R.d by: ALA Date. dune 22,2096 T)lElf?N P.pd 0 : 9&5946 u_eau✓a. COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AGENDA ITEM # .3 1 Municipal Drive Box No. 1000 /001 Aurora, ON L4G 631 Direct: (905) 726-4741 Fax: (905) 727-4993 To: Members of Council From: Mayor Phyllis Morris Date: September 11, 2007 Re: Citizen Concerns Regarding Traffic Calming Measures Due to the overwhelming response we received — both positive and negative, I've attached several emails from concerned residents for your review: 1. Margaret Cook — concerned with the potential of accidents 2. Kevin Pare — concerned he had never been contacted, as well as potential gridlock 3. Rick Andrews — applauds Members of Council for implementing the measures but has several suggestions for improvements 4. Don Oates — concerned that the measures are an eyesore, and with the potential for accidents 5. Robert Lofkrantz — never in favour of the proposal to implement traffic calming measures, and is concerned with the impact on snow plowing, yielding issues, etc. This is just a small sampling of the number of emails and telephone calls this office has received, and most of you have also received numerous emails and telephone calls. I am placing these issues onto Council's Agenda for discussion and any direction deemed necessary. Sincerely, Phyllis M. 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Although I live in the area - Odin Crescent - I was never consulted about this traffic stalling project. I only found out about it when the road blocking barriers were actually being installed. Has anyone at city hall ever thought of the girdlock it will create when school starts? Forget about the morning and afternoon rush-hour commuters looking for a short-cut. One must not forget the two destination schools - St. Jean and Lester B Pearson that consist of mostly bussed students. The onslaught of these buses every morning and afternoon causes enough traffic chaos, wait until us motorists who live in the neighborhood have to start negotiating these barriers with not only the school buses but also the parents who choose to drive their kids to these schools. These barriers are a bad idea. 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I just thought I'd give you my two -cents worth about those traffic devices installed on Walton and Mark. First they are a terrible eye -sore. Second I don't think they will be as effective as speed bumps would have been. Folks are still going to use Walton and Mark to by-pass Yonge and Wellington. Third. One of the first things that came to mind is that due to these devices there are going to be accidents due to these things. It may be vehicular or kids on bikes but I guarantee you that down the road there are going to be accidents. And the due to that I'm concerned that Aurora is going to be the victim of a lawsuits) because of it. Slowing down folks is one thing and I think the speed bumps would have been far more productive. I have no problem with slowing vehicles down on these streets or any other for that matter but I think installing these rather than the speed bumps is a bad idea. I think down the road it will be shown that this was a bad decision. Thanks so much for reading my comments. Stay well. Don Oates —33- 9/6/2007 �VN I L — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Page 1 of 2 Stewart, Linda Subject: FW: Mark St./ Walton Drive - Robert Lofkrantz - Permission to use on Agenda September 11, 2007 -----Original Message ----- From: Robert Lofkrantz Sent: August 22, 2007 3:30 PM To: Morris, Phyllis Subject: Mark St./ Walton Drive Hello Phyllis, I am aware that you were very supportive of the residents in the matter of traffic on Mark St.. I attended the meeting at Diane LaLonde's and subsequent council meetings. I was in favour of installing multi -way stop signs at Oak Ct. & Cedar Cres. and was somewhat disappointed it was rejected by council. It was a means of control at minimal cost. I was not in favour of the calming proposal now being put in place and I voted against it, one reason being that I interpreted it as an ultimatum " this or nothing." Seeing what has now been done on Mark & Walton, in particular the chicanes, I think my fears have been realized. I don't know if you have seen what they have put in, but if you haven't you should come and have a look. Prior to any action being taken our complaint was with speeding and volume of traffic, however there have been few accidents in the years I have lived here. The installation of the chicanes will certainly guarantee accidents, either vehicle - vehicle or single vehicle into the chicane. In either scenario I think it would be advisable for the town to have a fiord set aside for the settling of lawsuits. If a homeowner placed something like these in on the roadway they would probably be arrested. I am sure the people who recommended these measures are well educated but they don't seem very knowledgeable of the real world. They seem to have focused on one aspect and ignored everything else. Here are some of the concerns I have with the Chicanes: 1) They are too large and a hazard to traffic - they should at least have sloped edges so the if hit it would minimize damage. 2) Snowplowing - Apparently Town operations tested a snowplow on Mark St. and found it could not negotiate between Walton & Cedar due to the fact the chicanes have been offset from the curb too far. Also the snow will not get cleared in the area between the chicane and the curb . This will result in poor drainage of snowmelt. 3) Two cars meeting at a chicane virtually play a game "chicken" as there is nothing indicating who must yield. 4) Interference with emergency vehicles. There seems to be some thought that emergency vehicles can drive over the chicanes. This is going prove very dangerous and costly, because there are no sloped curbs on the chicanes and they are approximately 8 inches high - enough to damage tires and the suspension of any emergency vehicle attempting to cross them at any speed other then a crawl. 5) I have been observing traffic since these were installed and they do slow traffic if it is 2-way. If it is just one car the chicanes become a challenge much like a slalom course and I have seen cars speed up —34- 9/6/2007 I'MIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Page 2of2 to see how fast they can negotiate it. The above are my main concerns. There are others such as the elimination of parking of the street, the cost and the appearance of the chicanes. For your information there has already been on instance of a car bouncing off one of these things. I would appreciate hearing your opinion on these. Your sincerely, Robert Lotlnantz —35- 9/6/2007 COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Additional Letter -36- COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Panizza, Bob rom: Alex A I Sent: Wednesday, September05, 20073:16 PM To: Morris, Phyllis; Panizza, Bob; Stewart, Linda Subject: RE: Questions about NE quadrant traffic calming measures Hi Phyllis, Thank you for your very fast response! Please add these comments to the council meeting. I'll try and attend to see how this process works, I never have been to a council meeting or involved with how the local government works. As a resident of Walton drive, my concern is that the traffic countermeasures are extremely overkill and unnecessary. I am gathering this information to confirm what my suspicions are. I have never seen such extreme countermeasures, even in residential neighborhoods in Toronto. I wish I could have attended the public meeting about this issue, I was working late that night. I recall at one point that traffic was very heavy along wellington at for a few months during the reconstruction of St.Johns sideroad and Vandorf, of which were closed AT THE SAME TIME. These are two major east/west corridors in Aurora. Basically what I witnessed was people cutting through the streets of Mark/ catherine/maple/centre, going down Centre street to industrial pkwy and making a left turn.onto wellington. Some days the volume of traffic on Centre street was backed up almost to the railroad tracks. Since the reconstruction was complete, traffic gradually died off and is noticeably less than before the construction. The chicanes Walton/Mark at will add congestion to the school traffic, and to add to _,is congestion both schools were both just recently expanded over the summer. My concern is the chicanes will cause expensive suspension damage to vehicals when they graze the chicane (already can see black tire marks on the outside of the chicanes) or hit it the wrong way during icy weather. I would like to see them removed before the first snowfall. My suggestion would have been to improve the arterial roads such as Wellington before attempting to create any residential traffic countermeasures. Take a look at what they have done to Sherbourne St or Gerrard at E, downtown Toronto. It used to he a 4 lane road, re -painted the lanes so that there was 2 lanes of through traffic with left turn lanes and parking available on one side and plenty of room for cyclists. BTW on a positive note, I really like what the town has done with the boardwalk on St. John's sideroad overlooking the marsh. The high, dense fence surrounding minimizes the traffic disturbance to the wildlife there. Thanks Alex -37- COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 coo t COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 �AGENDAITE EXTRACT FROM GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 07-31 HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 & ADOPTED AT COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 17. Correspondence from Jackie Wilson Re: Traffic Calming (Tabled by Mayor Morris) General Committee recommends: THAT the correspondence from Jackie Wilson regarding traffic calming be referred to the September 11, 2007 Council meeting. CARRIED -39- Mu"OUR I L - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Page 1 of Panizza, Bob From: Morris, Phyllis Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 12:08 PM To: Rogers, John Cc: Janzen, Cindy; Stewart, Linda; Atkins, David; Yemm, Kristen; Outar, Michelle; Panizza, Bob Subject: FW: Traffic Calming Follow up is clearly needed as my office is receiving many communications on this matter Councillors and staff are communicating by email - and that leaves the public in the dark. I have requested Bob to place Dave Atkins repsonses to council members onto the agenda - but will also add the letters I am recieving.... Has the consultant been notified of the public concernes being expressed? Has any thought been given to how to handle these types of community concerns and messaging ?1 Because of the in house workload - perhaps the Mayor and Council needs to call in a communications firm to assist in communications messaging on these hot issues ? I will give it some thought and advise accordingly In the meantime - lets arrange a meeting with staff mentioned above to follow up on some postive and clear messaging to get out to the public ASAP. This issue cannot be left unanswered - or to the next council meeting or the media to manage Phyllis -----Original Message ----- From: IP Wilson Sent: August 23, 2007 5:17 PM To: Morris, Phyllis Cc: McRoberts, Bob Subject: Traffic Calming I am wondering how as a tax paying resident of this great town (at least I have always thought so), I have not been informed about the decisions that GREATLY concern me regarding driving to my home. Yesterday while driving home from the leisure complex with my children I turn north on Spruce from centre street, to avoid the lovely obstacle course that has been under construction on Walton street, to find a'CURB' blocking my way home. How can you justify this action without informing residents of what is going on. I realize that people in the area have obviously complained about traffic but I live at Spruce and Odin - just 3 blocks from this CURB!!!! I have lived ALL of my 43 years in this town and this is totally unacceptable. The places I travel most in this town are to destinations where I travel south on Spruce Street, for example my son's school Wells St., the library, my in-laws house on Wells, the town park etc. I love driving on this street, I go past my children's great, great grandmother's house, it is one of the core m - %JUTM I L — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Page 2 of streets of the town.... and I'm being FORCED to drive elsewhere. I don't know how the council has justified the'crescent things' either considering the amount of bus traffic around my block. There are TWO schools being fed by traffic every day around these crescents and CURB! It is ridiculous to even image the 'LACK' of traffic flow during these times, let alone the fact that my children will have to have busing times adjusted (they are already lengthy!) to compensate for this! How is it that people for blocks are informed and can offer opinions when a person is doing construction/additions to their homes but I do not get one scrap of paper telling me about these proposed plans! I do not understand how something like this happens in a democratic society, especially when I'm paying for it! Jackie Wilson Make free worldwide PC -to -PC calls. Try the new Yahoo! Canada Messenger —41— Rlh7/?nn'7 COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AGENDA =ITEM# EXTRACT FROM GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 07-31 HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 & ADOPTED AT COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Councillor McRoberts provided Notice of Motion that advisory committee minutes shall identify any and all recommendations to Council, in list format, at the beginning of the minutes. —42— COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 Motion Tabled by Councillor McRoberts Advisory committee minutes shall identify any and all recommendations to be considered by Council, in list format, at the beginning of the minutes. -43- COUNCIL — SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 AI�ENDA ITEM # RECOMMENDATION FROM THE CLOSED SESSION MEETING HELD ON 4T" DAY, of September, 2007 Appointment to the Heritage Committee Recommend to Council that Mr. Andries Godschalk be appointed to the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora. COUNT L - SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 ire (o " fq�o THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA d �i�, By-law Number4955-07.0 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting From Meeting 07-21 on September 11, 2007. NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: THAT the actions of the Council at its meeting held on September 11, 2007 in respect to each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the Council at the said meeting is, except where prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board is required, hereby adopted ratified and confirmed. 2. THAT the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary in that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate _ seal to all such documents. - READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 11 fh DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2007. READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS II" DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2007. PHYLLIS M. MORRIS, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK M ADDITIONAL ITEMS TABLED FOR COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, September 11, 2007 Presentation — Acting Director of Public Works Re: Presentation to Mr. Brad Schonauer in honour of his 30 years of Service with the Town of Aurora. Addition to the Closed Session Agenda Re: Personal matter regarding staff recruitment Panizza, Bob From: Atkins, David Sent: Friday, September 07, 2007 12:13 PM To: Panizza, Bob Cc: Horvath, Peter; Morris, Phyllis; Young, Karen Subject: Delegation request - GC meeting of Sept. 1 S/07 Bob Could you please add me to the Agenda as a delegate. Brad Schonauer, our Roads/Traffic/Fleet Supervisor, commenced his employment with the Town on September 19, 1977, and we wish to honour him for his 30 years of service to the corporation. There will be a presentation of a gift to Brad to celebrate his reaching this milestone, and I would ask Mayor Morris if she would help make the presentation to him on behalf of the Town. Thank you, David Atkins, P.Eng. Acting Director of Public Works Public Works Department Town of Aurora