AGENDA - Council - 20150414COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY,APRIL 14,2015
7 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
April 10,2015
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday,April 14,2015
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes of March 31,2015 pg.1
Special Council Meeting Minutes of April 7,2015 pg.16
Closed Session Meeting Minutes of April 7,2015 (Confidential Attachment)
Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes of April 8,2015 pg.19
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Council meeting minutes of March 31,2015,the Special Council
meeting minutes of April 7,2015,the Closed Session meeting minutes of April 7,
2015,and the Special Council –Public Planning meeting minutes of April 8,
2015,be adopted as printed and circulated.
4.PRESENTATIONS
5.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
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7.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
8.DELEGATIONS
9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
10.NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
(i)Notices of Motion
(a)Mayor Dawe pg.64
Re:Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board of Directors
(b)Councillor Mrakas pg.65
Re:Training and Development Budget
(ii)Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
11.REGIONAL REPORT
12.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
13.READING OF BY-LAWS
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following by-laws be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5704-15 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Blocks 100,102,104,106,
109,111 and 112 on Plan 65M-4423 from Part-Lot
Control (Mattamy (Aurora)Limited).
(Report No.PL15-027 –GC Item 9 –Apr.7/15)
pg.66
5707-15 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint Municipal By-law
Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers
for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora.
pg.67
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RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings
and enacted:
5715-15 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from Council Meeting on April 14,2015.
pg.70
14.CLOSED SESSION
15.ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEMS
1.General Committee Meeting Report of April 7,2015 pg.24
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the General Committee meeting report of April 7,2015 be received and the
recommendations carried by the Committee be approved.
2.Memorandum from Director of Building &Bylaw Services pg.30
Re:Request for Exemption to Noise By-law for Taste of Gratitude
Event on June 18,2015
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum regarding Request for Exemption to Noise By-law for
Taste of Gratitude Event on June 18,2015,be received;and
THAT an exemption to Noise By-law Number 4787-06.P,for the Taste of
Gratitude Event to be held on June 18,2015,be approved.
3.Memorandum from Councillor Pirri pg.33
Re:Federation of Canadian Municipalities Report to Council,Summary
of the Meeting of the Board of Directors,March 4-7,2015
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum regarding Federation of Canadian Municipalities Report
to Council,Summary of the Meeting of the Board of Directors,March 4-7,2015,
be received for information.
4.Memorandum from Acting Chief Administrative Officer pg.54
Re:Recommendations from April 7,2015 Joint Council Committee
Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum regarding Recommendations from April 7,2015 Joint
Council Committee Meeting and the Central York Fire Services –Joint Council
Committee Meeting minutes of April 7,2015 be received;and
THAT Council approve the following recommendations from the April 7,2015
Joint Council Committee Meeting:
THAT Central York Fire Services –Joint Council Committee recommend to
both Councils approval of the 2014 Fire Department Master Plan Update;
and
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THAT Joint Council Committee make a recommendation to the Councils of
the two municipalities to proceed with a land securement,subject to a report
for final approval in 2015 for the construction of a new fire facility to include
Administration,Training,and Suppression Crew,and provide for possible
inclusion of Fire Prevention Division;and
THAT Development Charges funds to an upset limit of $25,000 be approved
to hire,by RFP,an architectural consultant to assist in the land securement
and,upon approval of land purchase and approval of further funding,to
undertake the facility design.
5.Central York Fire Services –Joint Council Committee Meeting pg.60
Minutes of March 3,2015
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Central York Fire Services –Joint Council meeting minutes of March 3,
2015 be received for information.
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,March 31,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Mrakas
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer,Director of Building and By-law
Services,Director of Corporate and Financial Services/
Treasurer,Director of Infrastructure and Environmental
Services,Director of Legal and Legislative Services/Town
Solicitor,Director of Parks and Recreation Services,Director of
Planning and Development Services,Town Clerk,and
Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:14 p.m.following Open Forum.
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services,with the following
additions,be approved.
Delegation (a)Lisa Surgenor,resident of Aurora
Re:Item 1(4)–Report No.PL15-019
Site Plan Application,Skygrove Developments Inc.
233 Earl Stewart Drive,File:SP-2014-09
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Item 7 –Memorandum from Director of Corporate &Financial Services/Treasurer
Re:Cancellation of Special Council Meeting –April 7,2015
CARRIED
3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes of March 10,2015
Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes of March 25,2015
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the Council meeting minutes of March 10,2015 and Special Council –Public
Planning meeting minutes of March 25,2015 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
4.PRESENTATIONS
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Thom,Council consented,on a two-
thirds vote,that the requirements of section 3.8(c)of the Procedural By-law be waived to
permit Ms.Irene Clement to speak for more than ten (10)minutes.
(a)Irene Clement,Chair,Aurora Community Arboretum
Re:Aurora Community Arboretum Update –2014/2015 Activities
Ms.Clement presented an overview of the Aurora Community Arboretum’s
achievements of 2014 regarding specimen areas,nurseries,education,and
administration,and highlighted the plans and budget for 2015.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the presentation by Irene Clement regarding Aurora Community Arboretum
Update –2014/2015 Activities be received for information.
CARRIED
5.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Gaertner noted that the 2014 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report may be
accessed on the Town’s website or obtained at Town Hall.
Councillor Gaertner extended congratulations to Vivian Hould for receiving the
Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award.
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Councillor Thompson,on behalf of Councillor Mrakas,remarked that more than 1,000
families attended the 2015 Ontario Cup Provincial U11 Boys Basketball
Championships held on March 27-29,2015.
Councillor Thompson extended a reminder about the upcoming 2015 Run or Walk for
Southlake on April 26,2015 and he encouraged all members of Team Aurora and
Council to participate in the municipal challenge and fundraising efforts.
Councillor Abel extended a reminder that the Easter Egg Hunt will take place on April
4,2015 and tickets may be purchased at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex and
Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex for $5 per child.
Councillor Abel extended a reminder that the Aurora Chamber Home Show will take
place on April 10,11,and 12,2015 at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex.
Councillor Abel noted that he recently attended,along with Councillor Thompson,the
Queen’s York Rangers Gun Camp.
Councillor Abel thanked volunteers from the Aurora Seniors’Centre and Optimist Club
of Aurora for organizing a successful Men Can Cook event on March 14,2015.
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to Cameron Morrison of the Aurora Tigers for
being the recipient of the Ontario Junior Hockey League Rookie of the Year Award.
Councillor Humfryes noted that the Special Olympics Ontario-Aurora Bocce team
competed in a Bocce Tournament on March 28 and 29,2015.
Councillor Humfryes thanked staff for organizing a successful pizza,pop,and pledge
lunch on March 26,2015 at Town Hall for the 2015 Run or Walk for Southlake.
Councillor Thom extended congratulations to the Aurora Tigers on a great hockey
season.
Councillor Kim noted that he attended a scotch tasting hosted by CHATS and the
Aurora Historical Society on March 26,2015.
Councillor Pirri extended congratulations to Canadian indie rock band July Talk for
winning a Juno award and noted that band member Ian Docherty grew up in Aurora.
Mayor Dawe announced that application packages for food vendors for Concerts in the
Park,Theatre in the Park,and Ribfest are now being accepted.
Mayor Dawe noted that the 53rd Annual Juried Art Show and Sale,which will take
place on May 2 and 3,2015,is accepting entries and further information may be
accessed on the Town website.
Mayor Dawe noted that registration is open for Aurora’s Summer Camps.
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6.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (sub-items 1,2,3,4,6,and 9),4,and 6 were identified for discussion.
7.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 1,2,3,4,6,and 9),2,3,5,and 7 were
identified as items not requiring separate discussion.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the following recommendations with respect to 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:
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
THAT the General Committee meeting report of March 24,2015 be received and
the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved (with the
exception of sub-item 1,2,3,4,6,and 9):
(5)PL15-025 –Planning Applications Status List
THAT Report No.PL15-025 be received for information.
(7)IES15-024 –Award of Tender IES2014-73 –For Street Lighting
Infrastructure Maintenance
THAT Report No.IES15-024 be received;and
THAT Tender IES2014-73 –For street lighting infrastructure
maintenance be awarded to Mead Electric Inc.at an annual upset limit of
$110,000,plus taxes for a two-year period ending December 31,2016;
and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same.
(8)IES15-017 –Backyard Composting Initiative to Reduce Curbside
Collection
THAT Report No.IES15-017 be received for information.
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(10)IES15-019 –Ministry of Environment Drinking Water System
Inspection
THAT Report No.IES15-019 be received for information.
(11)IES15-020 –Drinking Water Quality Management Standard Operational
Plan and Municipal Drinking Water Licence
THAT Report No.IES15-020 be received;and
THAT the Town of Aurora Drinking Water Quality Management Standard
(DWQMS)Operational Plan for Aurora’s Water Distribution system,as
required by the Safe Drinking Water Act,2002,be endorsed;and
THAT the meeting minutes of the annual Management Review by Top
Management be received.
(12)IES15-021 –2014 Water Audit Report
THAT Report No.IES15-021 be received for information.
(13)IES15-022 –Water,Wastewater,and Stormwater Budget
THAT Report No.IES15-022 be received;and
THAT the 2015 combined Water,Wastewater budget for expenditures of
$17,078,987 and the Stormwater budget for expenditures of $1,313,000
be approved;and
THAT the 2015 retail water rate of $1.9855 per cubic meter and the retail
wastewater rate of $1.6812 per cubic meter of water be approved;and
THAT the 2015 flat rate stormwater charge of $4.78 per unit per month
for residential and condominium properties and $62.96 per unit per
month for metered non-residential commercial/industrial and multi-
residential properties be approved;and
THAT the new approved retail water,retail wastewater,and stormwater
charge rates become effective for all billings issued by the Town on or
after May 1,2015,and be retroactive for all consumption newly billed on
such billings;and
THAT the 2015 bulk water purchase rate of $3.6667 per cubic meter
dispensed effective May 1,2015 be approved;and
THAT a by-law be enacted to implement the 2015 retail water rate,retail
wastewater rate,stormwater charge,and bulk water purchase rate.
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(14)IES15-015 –Town-wide Conversion to LED Street Lighting –Update
No.1
THAT Report No.IES15-015 be received;and
THAT this report satisfy Council’s conditional budget approval for capital
project #34709 “Streetlight Conversion to LED”;and
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with capital project #34709
“Streetlight Conversion to LED”;and
THAT the Town retain the services of RealTerm Energy as a single
source purchase to develop the Lighting Design and Investment Grade
Audit to convert existing street lights to Light Emitting Diode (LED)street
lights at a cost of $85,000 plus taxes;and
THAT funding be provided from the Roads and Related Infrastructure
Repair and Replacement reserve fund;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Letter of
Intent with RealTerm Energy for an Investment Grade Audit related to a
LED street light conversion,including any other documents or
agreements necessary to give effect to same.
(15)CFS15-014 –Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members
of Council,Committees and Local Boards
THAT Report No.CFS15-014 be received for information
(16)PL15-020 –Proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law
Amendment,Eyelet Investment Corp.,1114 Wellington
Street East,Files:SUB-2014-03 and ZBA-2014-08
THAT Report No.PL15-020 be received;and
THAT Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision SUB-2014-03 (Eyelet
Investment Corp.be approved,subject to the conditions outlined in
Schedule ‘A’of this report;and
THAT Zoning By-law Amendment file ZBA-2014-08 (Eyelet Investment
Corp.)be approved,to zone the subject lands from “RU”–Rural General
Zone to “R2-96”–Detached Dwelling Second Density Residential
Exception Zone,“EP-15”–Environmental Protection Exception Zone,
and “O-9”–Major Open Space Exception Zone;and
THAT a total of 82 units of water and sewage capacity be allocated to
the Draft Plan of Subdivision;and
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THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision
Agreement,including any and all documents and all of the Agreements
referenced in the Conditions of Approval,and any ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
(17)Memorandum from Director of Planning &Development Services
Re:Additional Information for Item 16 –Report No.PL15-020 –
Proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment,
Eyelet Investment Corp.,1114 Wellington Street East,Files:SUB-
2014-03 and ZBA-2014-08
THAT the memorandum regarding Additional Information for Item 16 –
Report No.PL15-020 –Proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law
Amendment,Eyelet Investment Corp.,1114 Wellington Street East,Files:
SUB-2014-03 and ZBA-2014-08 be received;and
THAT Condition #58 be removed from the Conditions of Approval attached
as Schedule “A”to Report No.PL15-020 in favour of a clause inserted into
the Subdivision Agreement.
2.Audit Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
THAT the Audit Committee meeting report of March 24,2015 be received and the
following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved:
(1)CFS15-013 –Audit Plan for 2014 Fiscal Year
THAT Report No.CFS15-013 be received;and
THAT the 2014 year end Audit Plan as proposed by BDO Canada LLP
be endorsed.
3.LLS15-026 –General Committee Closed Session Meeting Report of
March 24,2015
THAT Report No.LLS15-026 be received;and
THAT Council adopt the following recommendations from the Closed Session
meeting of March 24,2015:
1.Personal matters about an identifiable individual,including a Town
or Local Board employee;Re:LLS15-023 –Appointments to the
Heritage Advisory Committee
THAT Closed Session Report No.LLS15-023 be received;and
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THAT Robert William Newman’s correspondence declining his
appointment to the Heritage Advisory Committee be received;and
THAT Council appoint Martin Paivio as a citizen member to the
Heritage Advisory Committee;and
THAT this appointment be effective as of April 1,2015.
5.Memorandum from Director of Infrastructure &Environmental Services
Re:Establishment of Lands as Public Highway and Stop-up and Closure
of Portion of Highway (Old Bloomington Road)
THAT the memorandum regarding Establishment of Lands as Public Highway
and Stop-up and Closure of Portion of Highway (Old Bloomington Road)be
received for information.
7.Memorandum from Director of Corporate &Financial Services/Treasurer
Re:Cancellation of Special Council Meeting –April 7,2015
(Added Item)
THAT the memorandum regarding Cancellation of Special Council Meeting –
April 7,2015 be received;and
THAT the Special Council meeting currently scheduled for April 7,2015 be
cancelled;and
THAT the Mayor be delegated the authority to call future General Committee
meetings for purposes of continuing the 2015 Operating Budget deliberations;
and
THAT a Special Council meeting for the purposes of final 2015 Operating Budget
approval purposes be scheduled by the Mayor.
CARRIED
8.DELEGATIONS
(a)Lisa Surgenor,resident of Aurora
Re:Item 1(4)–Report No.PL15-019,Site Plan Application,Skygrove
Developments Inc.,233 Earl Stewart Drive,File:SP-2014-09
(Added Item)
Ms.Surgenor spoke in opposition of the site plan application for 233 Earl Stewart
Drive that proposes a McDonalds restaurant,and expressed concerns regarding
the potential littering,loitering,noise pollution,and odours.
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Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the delegation by Lisa Surgenor regarding Item 1(4)–Report No.PL15-
019,Site Plan Application,Skygrove Developments Inc.,233 Earl Stewart Drive,
File:SP -2014-09 be received and referred to Item 1(4).
CARRIED
9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
(1)Memorandum from Chief Administrative Officer
Re:Northern Six Collaboration –Presentation of Upcoming Initiatives
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the memorandum regarding Northern Six (“N6”)Collaboration –
Presentation of Upcoming Initiatives be received;and
THAT staff continue to evaluate opportunities for shared services between
and among N6 municipalities.
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
(2)PR15-008 –Development of a Sport Plan for Aurora
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No.PR15-008 be received;and
THAT the process for the creation of a Sports Plan for Aurora as set out in
Report PR15-008 be approved;and
THAT the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Capital Project #73270 be
increased by $20,000.00,to be funded from the Master Plan Reserve;and
THAT the engagement of a consultant for the development of a Sports Plan
for Aurora be combined with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan review
and update.
CARRIED
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1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
(3)PR15-009 –John West Memorial “Leaders of Tomorrow”Scholarship
Award
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Report No.PR15-009 be received;and
THAT the John West Memorial,Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Award be
implemented and the Terms of Reference be approved;and
THAT a Special Reserve Fund to be named the “John West Memorial,
Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Award Fund”be established for the sole
purpose of receiving a bequest from the estate of John West;and
THAT a by-law to create the “John West Memorial,Leaders of Tomorrow
Scholarship Award Fund”Special Reserve Fund be enacted.
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
(4)PL15-019 –Site Plan Application,Skygrove Developments Inc.,233 Earl
Stewart Drive,File:SP-2014-09
On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Thom,Council
consented to consider Item 1(4)prior to Item 1(1).
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT Report No.PL15-019 be received;and
THAT Site Plan Application File SP-2014-09 (Skygrove Developments Inc.)
be approved to permit the development of the subject lands for a stand-alone
restaurant with drive-thru facility and two (2)multi-unit commercial buildings;
and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Site Plan
Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
On a recorded vote the motion
CARRIED
YEAS:7 NAYS:1
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Humfryes,Kim,Pirri,
Thom,Thompson,and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillor Gaertner
ABSENT:Councillor Mrakas
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1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
(6)IES15-023 –Facility Projects Status Report
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.IES15-023 be received for information.
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015
(9)IES15-018 –Submission of Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Report No.IES15-018 be received;and
THAT the 2014 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report be posted on the
Town’s website.
CARRIED
4.Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re:Correspondence from MPP Ernie Hardeman,Oxford –Housing
Services Corporation Accountability Act,2015
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the memorandum regarding Correspondence from MPP Ernie Hardeman,
Oxford –Housing Services Corporation Accountability Act,2015 be received and
referred to staff for further information.
CARRIED
6.Memorandum from Director of Planning &Development Services
Re:Additional Information,Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment No.
5701-15,30 Eric T.Smith Way
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the memorandum regarding Additional Information –Administrative
Zoning By-law Amendment No.5701-15 –30 Eric T.Smith Way be received
for information.
On a recorded vote the motion
CARRIED
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YEAS:7 NAYS:1
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Humfryes,Kim,Pirri,
Thom,Thompson,and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillor Gaertner
ABSENT:Councillor Mrakas
10.NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
(i)Notices of Motion
None
(ii)Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a)Councillor Thom
Re:Canada 150 Celebrations
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
WHEREAS July 1,2017 will mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation;
and
WHEREAS the 150th anniversary of Confederation is a major historic
milestone for our country and cause for national celebration;and
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora,along with the federal and provincial
governments,has a responsibility to protect,promote and enhance our
national history,culture and heritage;and
WHEREAS public celebrations and events marking the 150th anniversary
of Confederation will bring our community closer together,demonstrate
our Town’s pride for our country,and give us a great opportunity to
educate our youth on Canada’s national history,culture,and heritage over
the past 150 years.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Council direct
staff to bring forward a report with recommendations regarding the
implementation of a “Canada 150 Committee”,similar to the “Aurora
Sesquicentennial Committee”,for the purpose of coordinating Town of
Aurora events surrounding the 150th anniversary of Confederation;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to investigate and
include in their report any possible synergies and collaboration
opportunities with the federal and provincial governments as they roll out
their plans for Canada 150 celebrations.
CARRIED
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11.REGIONAL REPORT
York Regional Council Highlights –March 26,2015
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the Regional Report of March 26,2015 be received for information.
CARRIED
12.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Thompson inquired about the status of the Ontario Power Authority
application for a Feed in Tariff (FIT)contract for the proposed solar photovoltaic system
at the Stronach Aurora Recreational Complex.
Councillor Abel inquired about federal infrastructure funding.
Councillor Humfryes thanked the Town’s Communications team for their advertising
efforts towards the Run or Walk for Southlake fundraiser.
Councillor Kim inquired about the status of the Minto litigation.
Councillor Thompson inquired about the establishment of an overall communications
policy.
13.READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the following by-laws be given first,second,and third readings and enacted:
5695-15 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,as
amended (Chafam Premiere/Sterne Motors Ltd.,File:ZBA-2014-06).
5696-15 BEING A BY-LAW to authorize civil marriage solemnizations.
5697-15 BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law Number 5680-15,to establish a
schedule of fees and charges for municipal services,activities,and the
use of property within the Town of Aurora (Fees and Charges By-law).
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5698-15 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking and Traffic Control By-law Number
4574-04.T,as amended,to designate and erect stop signs at various
intersections in the Town of Aurora.
5700-15 BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law Number 5416-12,to appoint
employees of the Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp.as Municipal By-
law Enforcement Officers in the Town of Aurora.
5702-15 BEING A BY-LAW to permanently close a portion of a highway and to
establish lands as highways (Old Bloomington Road).
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the following by-law be given first,second,and third readings and enacted:
5701-15 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,as
amended (30 Eric T.Smith Way).
On a recorded vote the motion
CARRIED
YEAS:7 NAYS:1
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Humfryes,Kim,Pirri,
Thom,Thompson,and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillor Gaertner
ABSENT:Councillor Mrakas
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5703-15 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council
Meeting on March 31,2015.
CARRIED
14.CLOSED SESSION
None
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15.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR STEPHEN M.A.HUYCKE,TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 31,2015 ARE SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON APRIL 14,2015.
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,April 7,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,and Thompson (arrived 6:27
p.m.)
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Thom
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer,Director
of Legal and Legislative Services/Town Solicitor,Town Clerk,
and Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
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3.CONSIDERATION OF ITEM
1.CFS15-020 –Delegation of Authority to General Committee –Comments
on the Central York Fire Services Draft 2015 Budget
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT Report No.CFS15-020 be received;and
THAT the authority to provide the Town of Newmarket with comments on the
Central York Fire Services draft 2015 Budget be delegated to General
Committee.
CARRIED
4.CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT Council resolve into a Closed Session meeting at 6:10 p.m.to consider:
1.Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative
tribunals,affecting the Town or a Local Board;Re:LLS15-027 –Appeal to
the Ontario Municipal Board re Pandolfo et al.–Update,OMB Case
Number:PL141259,Draft Plan of Subdivision Application,14070 Yonge
Street,File:SUB-2003-02,(Related Files:OPA-2012-03 &ZBA-2003-21)
CARRIED
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Abel,Council reconvened
following Closed Session at 6:27 p.m.
1.Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative
tribunals,affecting the Town or a Local Board;Re:LLS15-027 –Appeal
to the Ontario Municipal Board re Pandolfo et al.–Update,OMB Case
Number:PL141259,Draft Plan of Subdivision Application,14070 Yonge
Street,File:SUB-2003-02,(Related Files:OPA-2012-03 &ZBA-2003-21)
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT Closed Session Report No.LLS15-027 be received;and
THAT the confidential directions to staff in respect of an appeal to the Ontario
Municipal Board re Pandolfo et al.,OMB Case Number PL141259,Draft Plan of
Subdivision Application,be approved.
CARRIED
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5.READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
5706-15 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Special
Council Meeting on April 7,2015.
CARRIED
6.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 6:28 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR STEPHEN M.A.HUYCKE,TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 7,2015 ARE SUBJECT
TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON APRIL 14,2015.
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL –PUBLIC PLANNING
MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday,April 8,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes (arrived 7:06 p.m.),Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,and
Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Thom
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Planning and Development Services,Manager
of Development Planning,Senior Policy Planner,Planner,
Council &Committee Coordinator/Deputy Clerk,and
Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
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3.PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Mayor Dawe outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the
public meeting.The Deputy Clerk confirmed that the appropriate notice had been
given in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act.
1.PL15-024 –Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review
File No.ZBA-2012-ZBR
Planning Staff
The Manager of Development Planning,Mr.Glen Letman,presented an
overview of the staff report that outlined the purpose,goals and proposed
changes to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law,which is required to conform to
the Town’s Official Plan.He discussed the consolidation of zones,revised
definitions and general provisions to progressive planning standards,updated
mapping and the creation of a more user-friendly document.
Public Comments
Mr.David LeClaire,the Vice President of the Highland Gate Ratepayers
Association,inquired about immediate impacts that may affect developments at
the Highland Gate Golf Club.
Mr.John McDermott,Planner of McDermott &Associates Limited,representing
owners of 5-35 Furbacher Lane,inquired about the steps that would be taken
following this meeting regarding the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review.
Mr.Robert Miller,representing York Region Rapid Transit Corporation
representative,raised concerns about the deeming provision.
Aurora resident Tino Petrossi inquired about the proposed change of zoning
categories from a R1 zone to a R2 zone on Highland Court.
Planning Staff
The Director of Planning and Development Services,Mr.Marco Ramunno,
addressed the concerns regarding impacts on development standards and
consolidation of zones.He indicated that the Highland Gate Golf Club proposal
is an independent planning application and not associated with the
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review.Mr.Ramunno also indicated that the
objective of this Review is to compose an updated document that consolidates
zones into appropriate zoning categories with no intention of rezoning lands.He
further stated that a new draft of the Comprehensive Zoning By-law with
schedules would be available on the Town’s website within the month.
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Main motion
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No.PL15-024 be received;and
THAT comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services and staff be directed to bring the proposed
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review forward to a future General Committee
meeting for final approval.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor
THAT the second clause of the main motion be amended to replace the
words “General Committee”with the words “Public Planning”.
CARRIED
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No.PL15-024 be received;and
THAT comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services and staff be directed to bring the proposed
Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review forward to a future Public Planning
meeting for final approval.
CARRIED
2.PL15-028 –Interim Control &Proposed Zoning By-law
Medical Marihuana Production Facilities (MMPFs)Study
File No.ZBA-2014-02
Planning Staff
Senior Policy Planner,Mr.Fausto Filipetto,presented an overview of the Medical
Marihuana Production Facilities (MMPF)Study,including the background of the
regulation,best practices,and provisions to be included in the proposed zoning
by-law.He further discussed the security requirements of these facilities and the
importance of air filtration to prevent the escape of odours.
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Public Comments
Mr.McDermott discussed his experience with licensing medical marihuana
production facilities and expressed his support of the Study.
Aurora resident Sig Schrattner expressed his concerns about the public
notification of this Study and meeting,as well as the recommended locations for
such facilities,filtration requirements,and odours.
Planning Staff
Mr.Ramunno addressed the concerns regarding notification to residents about
the Study and the recommended locations for medical marihuana production
facilities.He noted that this Town-initiated Study identified potential locations that
fit the criteria,however,staff would only recommend locations 2 and 3 of the
three identified locations.
Mr.Filipetto addressed concerns regarding filtration.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.PL15-028 be received;and
THAT staff be directed to draft an implementing Zoning By-law amendment
pertaining to Medical Marihuana Production Facilities (MMPFs)for review and
discussion at an upcoming General Committee meeting.
CARRIED
4.READING OF BY-LAW
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5705-15 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Special
Council –Public Planning Meeting on April 8,2015.
CARRIED
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5.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:02 p.m.
CARRIED
__________________________________________________________________
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR PATTY THOMA,DEPUTY CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL –PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING OF APRIL
8,2015 ARE SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON APRIL 14,2015.
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TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,April 7,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,Humfryes,
Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Thom
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Parks and Recreation Services (Acting Chief
Administrative Officer),Director of Building and By-law Services,
Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer,Director of
Infrastructure and Environmental Services,Director of Legal and
Legislative Services/Town Solicitor,Director of Planning and
Development Services,Manager of Long Range and Strategic
Planning,Fire Chief,Central York Fire Services,Town Clerk,and
Council/Committee Secretary
In the absence of the Chair,the Town Clerk called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
General Committee consented to appoint Mayor Dawe as the Chair in the absence of
Councillor Thom.
Mayor Dawe assumed the Chair at 7:02 p.m.
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
Councillor Humfryes declared a pecuniary interest respecting Item 11,Report No.CFS15-
016 –2015 Central York Fire Services Budget for Aurora Comment,as a family member is
employed by the Central York Fire Services.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services.
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3.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10,and 11 were identified for discussion.
4.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Item 7 was identified as an item not requiring separate discussion.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the following recommendation 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:
7.CFS15-006 –Creation of Three Additional Reserve Fund Accounts
THAT Report No.CFS15-006 be received;and
THAT By-law Number 5689-15,a by-law to amend the Reserve Fund By-law
Number 5553-13 to add the Ontario Community Infrastructure Funding reserve fund,
the Recreation Sponsorship reserve fund,and the John West Memorial Scholarship
reserve fund,be presented to Council at a future meeting for adoption.
CARRIED
5.DELEGATIONS
None
6.PRESENTATIONS BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE CHAIR
Councillor Pirri commended staff and extended his appreciation for their efforts in
providing an orientation session at the initial meeting of each Advisory Committee during
the month of April 2015.
7.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1.PR15-006 –Aurora King Baseball Association Request for Waiving of User
Fees
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PR15-006 be received;and
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THAT the user fees payable by the Aurora King Baseball Association (AKBA)
for the use of the Stewart Burnett Park Baseball Diamond during the 2015
playing season be partially reduced in consideration of the Town and the
AKBA entering into a Facility Maintenance Agreement on terms acceptable to
the Town Solicitor and the Director of Parks and Recreation Services;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to
give effect to same.
CARRIED
2.BBS15-005 –Request for Sign Variance to Sign By-law No.4898-07.P for the
LCBO Store at 94 First Commerce Drive
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.BBS15-005 be received;and
THAT a request for variance to Sign By-law No.4898-07.P to allow five (5)signs on
the west elevation and three (3)signs on the east elevation at 94 First Commerce
Drive,whereas Sign By-law No.4898-07.P permits only one (1)sign on each of
these elevations,be approved;and
THAT a request for variance to Sign By-law No.4898-07.P to allow internal
illumination of all signs for the LCBO store at 94 First Commerce Drive be approved.
CARRIED
3.IES15-025 –Award of Tender IES2015-02 –For the Reconstruction of
Elderberry Trail,Springmaple Chase and Houdini Way
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-025 be received;and
THAT Tender IES2015-02 –For the reconstruction of Elderberry Trail,from Yonge
Street to 516m west of Springmaple Chase,Springmaple Chase and Houdini Way
be awarded to C.Valley Paving Ltd.in the amount of $1,103,362.50,excluding
taxes;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to
give effect to same.
CARRIED
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4.IES15-026 –Award of Tender IES2015-03 –For the Reconstruction of
Steeplechase Avenue,Bluegrass Drive,Skyview Lane and
Woodsend Crescent
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-026 be received;and
THAT Tender IES2015-03 –For the reconstruction of Steeplechase Avenue,
Bluegrass Drive,Skyview Lane and Woodsend Crescent be awarded to C.Valley
Paving Ltd.in the amount of $1,381,353.70,excluding taxes;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to
give effect to same.
CARRIED
5.IES15-027 –Speed Cushions on Roads Prone to Speeders
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-027 be received for information.
CARRIED
6.IES15-028 –Assumption of Municipal Services and Amendment to Subdivision
Agreement –Whitwell Developments Limited and State Farm
Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-028 be received;and
THAT the Town assume ownership,operation and maintenance of the works within
the roads,rights-of-way,and other lands dedicated to the Town contained within
Plan 65M-3819,being the Whitwell Developments Limited and State Farm Mutual
Automobile Insurance Company subdivision as detailed in Report No.IES15-028;
and
THAT the necessary by-law be brought forward for enactment to assume for public
use the highways within Plan 65M-3819 and to establish as public highway any
applicable reserves.
CARRIED
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8.CFS15-015 –Confirmation of One-Third Tax-Free Council Compensation
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.CFS15-015 be received;and
THAT By-law Number 5253-10 (Attachment #1)be deemed to have been reviewed
and confirmed to continue the one-third tax-free “deemed expenses”portion of the
remuneration of members of Council.
CARRIED
9.PL15-027 –Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control,Mattamy Aurora
(Aurora)Limited,Blocks 100,102,104,106,109,111,and 112,Plan
65M-4423,File No.:PLC-2015-01
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PL15-027 be received;and
THAT Council approve the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted
by Mattamy (Aurora)Limited to divide Blocks 100,102,104,106,109,111 and 112
on Plan 65M-4423 into 36 separate lots for townhouse units;and
THAT the necessary Part Lot Control Exemption By-law,as referred to in Report No.
PL15-027,be enacted at the next available Council meeting.
CARRIED
10.CAO15-005 –Town of Aurora Strategic Plan (2015)Update
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.CAO15-005 be referred back to staff and staff be directed to come
forward with a report card on the implementation of the Strategic Plan in its current
form prior to consideration of any update.
CARRIED
11.CFS15-016 –2015 Central York Fire Services Budget for Aurora Comment
General Committee consented to consider Item 11 prior to Item 2.
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.CFS15-016 be received;and
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THAT Council provide its comments by way of resolution(s)to be conveyed to
Newmarket Council for consideration during their final budget reviews and approvals
in respect of the 2015 budget for Central York Fire Services.
CARRIED
8.NOTICES OF MOTION
None
9.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
None
10.CLOSED SESSION
None
11.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:04 p.m.
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR STEPHEN M.A.HUYCKE,TOWN CLERK
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING OF APRIL 7,2015 IS SUBJECT
TO FINAL APPROVAL AND COUNCIL ENDORSEMENT OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS ON
APRIL 14,2015.
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100 John West W ay
Box 1000
Aurora,Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone:905-727-3123 ext.4748
Email:tvanleeuwen@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Building &Bylaw Services
MEMORANDUM
DATE:April 14,2015
TO:Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:Techa van Leeuwen,Director,Building &Bylaw Services
RE:Request for Exemption to Noise By-law for Taste of Gratitude Event on
June 18,2015
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the memorandum regarding Request for Exemption to Noise By-law for
Taste of Gratitude Event on June 18,2015 be received;and
THAT an exemption to Noise By-law Number 4787-06.P,for the Taste of
Gratitude event to be held on June 18,2015,be approved.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1:Correspondence from Linda Maunder,Maunder’s Food Shop
Attachment 2:Correspondence from Tom McAllister,Chief Executive Officer,Ontario
Heart and Stroke Foundation
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From: Linda Maunder
Sent: April-01-15 11:46 AM
Subject: Noise Exemption Request for June 18, 2015
Town of Aurora Council Members,
j Attachment 1
Maunders Food Shop located at 32 Wellington Street West in Aurora would like to request an exemption to the
Noise By-law on Thursday June 18, 2015 from 6.00 pm until11:00 pm for their third annual'Taste of
Gratitude' Heart and Stroke Event.
With generous support of the community we have raised over $33,930 over the last 2 years, and hope to
reach $50,000 for a 3 year total.
Thank you to the town of Aurora for their past support and if you require any more information about our
event, please don't hesitate to call me .
Linda Maunder
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HEART&""
STROKE
FOUNDATION
j Attachment 2 j ~
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The Heart and Stroke Foundation is pleased to announce that we will be partnering with Maunder's
Food Shop in Aurora again this year during June Stroke Month. Each year, Maunder's Food Shop
partners with lnjoy Boutique to host what will now be the 3nl annual "Taste of Gratitude" event, on
Thursday, June 18111, 2015.
With generous and loyal support from the community, Maunder's Food Shop has raised over $33,930
for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. These funds are critical in our mission to prevent disease, save
lives and promote recovery. We encourage you to consider your involvement in this year's Taste of
Gratitude event. ·
On behalf of the families and friends of the survivors they welcome home, thank you from the Heart and
Stroke Foundation. Through your efforts, you will be helping create more survivors. That means more
and more Canadians and their families will experience the immeasurable joy and hope of welcoming a
survivor home.
This past February the Heart and Stroke Foundation celebrated an important milestone in stroke
research, as the research study known as ESCAPE, achieved breakthrough results. The study results
were dramatic: the overall death rate was cut in half for people with major ischemic strokes. The
treatment also significantly reduced disability.
According to Dr. Michael Hill, senior author of the study, University of Calgary professor and Past Chair,
HSF Provincial Advisory Board In Alberta, "This is the most significant and fundamental change in acute
ischemic stroke treatment in the last 20 years." The findings from the trial will substantially change the
way many strokes are treated in Canada and around the world. A stroke occurs every nine minutes and
is currently a leading cause of death and disability among adults in this country. Right now, 315,000
Canadians are living with the effects of stroke.
To stay in touch with the Foundation's work and receive health resources, subscribe to our newsletters
by visiting www.heartandstroke.ca/subscribe.
The more survivors we create, the closer we come to our vision of creating healthy lives free of heart
disease and stroke. That's a bold vision, but with supporters like you, we will make it happen.
Thank You for your support!
Sincerely,
Tom McAllister
Chief Executive Officer, Ontario
Heart and Stroke Foundation
heartandstroke.ca
MEMORANDUM Councillor Paul Pirri
Date:April 14,2015
To:Mayor and Members of Council
From:Councillor Pirri
Re:Federation of Canadian Municipalities Report to Council,Summary of the
Meeting of the Board of Directors,March 4-7,2015
RECOMMENDATION
THAT the memorandum regarding Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)Report to
Council,Summary of the Meeting of the Board of Directors,March 4-7,2015 be received for
information.
ATTACHMENT
Attachment 1:FCM Report to Council,Summary of the Meeting of the Board of Directors,
Burnaby,British Columbia,March 4-7,2015
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REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUMMARY OF THE MEETING OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS
BURNABY,BRITISH COLUMBIA
MARCH 4 –7,2015
Attachment 1
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FCM REPORT TO COUNCIL 2
SUMMARY
The FMC Board met in Burnaby,B.C.on March 4 to 7,for what is likely the final Board meeting
before the federal election.Board members spent three days developing the FCM election platform,
which outlines the solutions that will address the greatest challenges facing the country.Board
members were resolved in seeking a firm commitment from all federal parties that they will work
with cities and communities to strengthen Canada’s economy.
FCM believes that the next federal election must focus on strengthening Canada through
strengthening cities and communities.Hometowns are where Canadians live,work and raise their
families –they drive our economy and contribute to a strong Canada.
It was recognized during policy committee discussions that infrastructure,affordable housing and
sustainable communities are essential for the economy and the quality of life of Canadians.The
Board reaffirmed its commitment to working with the federal government and all parties to advance
solutions to strengthen Canada through its cities and communities.
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FCM REPORT TO COUNCIL 3
STANDING COMMITTEES AND FORUMS
FCM’s Standing Committees and Forums met to discuss the latest developments and to
make recommendations to the Board of Directors.A summary of these activities is provided
below.
SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
The Committee Chair,Churence Rogers,President of Municipalities of Newfoundland and
Labrador,began by welcoming members to the meeting and introducing his new vice-chairs,
Mayor Malcolm Eaton,Humboldt,Saskatchewan,and Maire Scott Pearce,Canton de Gore,
Quebec.New members of the Committee were given the opportunity to introduce
themselves.The committee then adopted the agenda as amended and approved the
November 2014 meeting report.
FCM staff provided an update on standing committee policy and advocacy priorities.The
Committee also received an update on the Green Municipal Fund (GMF)that included details
of the new program offer and preliminary efforts to explore options for ensuring the financial
sustainability of GMF.A recommended approach to improve consultation with local
governments in federal environmental-assessment processes was presented and discussed.
Broad support was expressed by the committee for the recommended approach.Details of
the National Disaster Mitigation Program and changes to the monetary threshold of the
Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangement were also presented.
Six resolutions were adopted as recommended by staff.Three resolutions,all related to
encouraging the Government of Canada to negotiate binding international GHG emissions
reductions targets,were combined and recommended by committee to the Board to go to the
Annual Conference.
The committee’s Policy Statement was adopted as presented to the committee,and there
was general agreement with the proposed agenda and format for the policy forum at the
annual conference.Councillor Paul Harris,Red Deer,Alberta,was nominated and appointed
to the Sustainable Communities Awards judging panel and Councillor Harold Usher,London,
Ontario,provided an update on the very successful FCM Sustainable Communities
Conference that took place this February in London.
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FCM REPORT TO COUNCIL 4
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the policy statement,as presented;
2.Direct FCM staff to write a letter to the ministers of the Environment and Natural
Resources requesting that the Government of Canada direct the National Energy Board
review panel,presiding over the Trans Mountain Pipeline Environmental Assessment
process,to reinstate the full public-hearing process,including oral testimony and cross-
examination of witnesses and requesting that this process be restored for all NEB
hearings;and
3.Direct FCM staff to engage the Government of Canada for the purposes of exploring the
most appropriate mechanism to improve consultation with municipal governments in
federal environmental assessment processes.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON
MUNICIPAL FINANCE AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL ARRANGEMENTS
Committee Chair Garth Frizzell opened the meeting by welcoming committee members and
introducing Vice-Chair Sav Dhaliwal.He also extended regrets on behalf of Vice-Chair
Michael Thompson.
Following roundtable introductions,the Committee approved the agenda as well as the report
from the November 2014 Board meeting.Chair Frizzell invited staff to provide a report on
progress since the committee last met.Staff shared an update on FCM’s pre-election and
pre-budget advocacy activities,as well as a high-level survey of the changing political and
economic landscape –and how it may impact FCM’s strategy in the coming months.Staff
also provided information on FCM’s recent polling activity,as well as efforts to gather support
from other stakeholders and outreach to all election parties.
The committee also received an update from staff on the policy priorities that were set by the
committee in September 2014.This included refreshing FCM’s municipal storyline,the
DFATD-FCM Joint Working Group on International Trade,and payments in lieu of taxes
(PILTs).
On the proposed update to FCM’s municipal storyline,staff explained that while high-level
data was released in November 2014,more detailed information and the ability to compare
trends across the three orders of government will not be possible until the next release,
scheduled for November 2015.In the interim,staff shared a summary of research conducted
by Professor Enid Slack from the University of Toronto using the available high-level data.
Her analysis showed that the municipal share of tax revenues increased from eight to ten
percent between 2008 and 2012.This split,which at first glance may seem contrary to
FCM’s advocacy narrative,can be explained by the reduction of the federal share during the
same period.Because this important nuance could be overlooked by other stakeholder
associations working with the same data,committee members suggested that FCM staff act
quickly,in consultation with Prof.Slack and other experts,to prepare new messaging that will
tell the whole story.It was agreed that committee members would be consulted on the new
messaging before it is used publicly.
Committee members were then updated on the Dispute Advisory Panel’s findings on the
valuation of the Citadel lands in Halifax Regional Municipality and FCM’s response to the
recommendation.Members stressed the need to continue monitoring the federal
government’s response to the recommendation to better advocate for improvements to the
federal PILT program.
Staff then provided an update on the DFATD-FCM Joint Working Group on International
Trade,which was officially announced on November 19,2014.The staff-level component of
the working group first met on February 23,2015 and discussed the Canada-EU
Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA),Buy America legislation,as well as
the municipal role within Canada’s Global Markets Action Plan (GMAP).The initiatives
identified for further development range from policy support to practical support for
municipalities seeking to attract investment and take better advantage of international-trade
opportunities.
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A brief update on the Jack Layton Fellowship program was provided to the committee.The
municipal youth engagement handbook,produced by the 2014 cohort of fellows,is set to be
released on March 15,2015.A recruitment process to select the 2015 cohort is underway,
and it has been decided that this year’s fellows will participate in FCM’s pre-election
readiness activities,as well as the youth component of the upcoming annual conference in
June.
Committee members then reviewed proposed changes to the FIG Policy Statement.These
changes were proposed to better reflect current policy and advocacy priorities.After
approving the policy statement,staff members outlined a new format for policy forums at this
year’s Annual Conference in Edmonton.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the policy statement,as presented.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
ON SOCIAL-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Committee Chair,Councillor Brian Pincott introduced Vice Chair,Councillor Pam McConnell,
expressed the regrets of Vice Chair M.Maire Edgar Rouleau,de Cité de Dorval and
welcomed committee members to Burnaby.
FCM staff delivered the Progress Report on Policy and Advocacy Priorities.Among other
issues,the committee heard that FCM polling from December 2014 shows that housing
affordability is an important issue in rural and urban communities across Canada.This and
other polling data provide a strong and united message for our membership that we will take
to the political parties as part of our election advocacy.
The Progress Report also included an update on FCM’s Community Infrastructure and
Partnership Program (CIPP)and Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI).FCM
met with Minister Valcourt,as well as with Aboriginal Affairs’opposition critics,during
Advocacy Days in November and recently contacted Minister Valcourt in writing to highlight
the success of CIPP and CEDI.In February,FCM coordinated a presentation to the Senate
Committee on Aboriginal Peoples by CEDI participant partners Chief Fred Sam of Nak’adzli
First Nation and Mayor Rob McDougall of Fort St.James.Going forward,FCM will continue
to look for opportunities to continue to raise the profile of these programs.
The committee discussed,and provided further direction on,FCM’s election advocacy
regarding housing policies,including how federal programs are delivered;the need for long-
term federal commitments to programs like Housing First;concerns with provincial delivery of
funding for housing;and addressing the gaps in homelessness funding for municipalities that
don’t qualify for current federal programs.
FCM staff provided an update on the federal Homelessness Partnering Strategy (HPS).The
committee heard that the 10 largest Designated Communities will have to use 65%of the
funding on Housing First programming beginning April 1,2015,and that all remaining
communities will have to use 40%of their funding for Housing First by April 1,2016.The
committee also heard that rent supplements were extended as an eligible expense for
another four years,based on feedback the federal government received from FCM and many
municipalities.Concerns remain that Housing First diverts resources from other successful
approaches;FCM will continue to share these concerns with HPS.
The committee considered three resolutions,which were all deemed to be areas of federal or
provincial jurisdiction and are recommended to the Board as Category B –not within
municipal jurisdiction.
Staff presented background research on the legal and policy context for urban Aboriginal
people in Canada that highlighted that municipalities provide a range of social services to
growing urban Aboriginal populations in the absence of federal government involvement.The
committee then heard a presentation by Councillors Paul Harris and Ben Henderson on the
work of the Aboriginal Matters Working Group.The presentation focused on the desire of
elected municipal officials to build inclusive communities that provided “community,activity,
wellness,home,relationships and leadership.”
Committee members expressed strong support and appreciation for the work of Working
Group.There was unanimous support for further outreach to Aboriginal leaders by the
working group to discuss opportunities for collaboration and to better understand how FCM’s
work and vision for more welcoming communities may align with the work of those groups.
The committee moved to endorse the work of the Urban Aboriginal Matters Working Group
and called for the Working Group to bring an action plan for future work on Aboriginal issues
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to the September Board meeting,including a recommendation regarding the potential for a
formal SED sub-committee to oversee the committee’s work.The Working Group will meet to
discuss and set the parameters for next steps at the 2015 Annual Conference.
The committee adopted the policy statement as presented.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Approve the recommendation that Urban Aboriginal Matters Working Group develop and
implement a plan to engage Aboriginal leaders and organizations to explore opportunities
for collaboration and alignment to address urban Aboriginal issues.
2.Direct staff to develop,for the September Board meeting,an action plan to advance
FCM’s advocacy and policy work on urban Aboriginal issues,including a
recommendation regarding the need for an SED sub-committee to oversee the
committee’s work.
3.Adopt the policy statement as presented.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON
INCREASING WOMEN’S PARTICIPATION IN MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT
Committee Chair Sylvie Goneau (Gatineau,QC)welcomed Committee members to Burnaby
and introduced the Committee Vice-Chairs:Councillor Lorrie Williams of New Westminster,
BC,and Councillor Irene Dawson from the Town of Cornwall,PE as well as the interim FCM
staff support person,Karen Miller.The Chair expressed gratitude to former staff Melissa
Newitt for her excellent work for the Committee,and wished her well in her new endeavors.
Each Committee member introduced themselves through a round table.
The Standing Committee approved the agenda and the report from the Ottawa Meeting.The
Chair then briefed the Committee on the Head Start for Young Women program,which
wrapped up successfully in September 2014.The Committee were presented with an initial
copy of the Head Start for Young Women guidebook,which will be publicly launched March
8th through a press release on International Women’s Day.The Chair pointed out that many
of the Head Start Groups continue to meet beyond the program,showing the motivation and
ownership that they have taken to support each other and continue learning.
Following this,Councillor Lorrie Williams gave an update on the applications to the
scholarship program.Several Committee members expressed disappointment at the low
uptake on the scholarships,and the promotion plan was discussed.The Chair and Co-
Chairs presented proposed steps to increase promotion,including timely distribution of a
promotional package to Committee Members,as well as the FCM board as a whole.The
Committee passed a motion asking FCM staff to bring a robust plan to the September
Committee meeting and present the financials of the program,including an explanation of the
various prizes.Also,staff was asked to investigate the level of effort that would be involved
in reaching out to school boards across the country.In September,the full program will be
presented,including goals and updated strategy and process.
Next,Deputy Mayor Pam McConnell provided an update on the Committee’s strategy to
secure long-term funding.She outlined the work of this Sub-Committee,which has been
looking at this issue with the federal government.The current proposal with Status of
Women Canada –Diverse Voices for Change –would provide three years of program
funding,and the recommendation of the Sub-Committee is to accept this while continuing to
build the foundation for long-term funding.Staff support for the Committee’s work will be
provided through a combination of program funding and FCM membership dues under the
updated Terms of Reference of the Committee.
Councillor Irene Dawson presented an update on the Regional Champions Strategy which
has been operational for two years.Committee members were encouraged to join in the
conversation on the Facebook group and encourage others to engage as well.The Chair
noted that it was inspiring to see the support offered through conversations on the Facebook
group during the elections.
Debra Button,President of the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association,provided an
update on the gender-equality work that FCM conducts internationally.Several programs
were explained,including MLED in Ukraine,and programming on Women and Local
Economic Development in Mali.Accomplishments include the development of policy briefs
on gender equality and gender studies undertaken by FCM partners internationally.Much
work has been undertaken on the international stage to promote gender equality at the local
level,and FCM has been actively involved in these discussions.
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Staff outlined how the Committee’s work and programming is woven into FCM’s advocacy
work.We see an extremely competitive political environment leading up to the federal
election.FCM has been having conversations with each of the federal parties to discuss our
platform priorities for the year ahead.In terms of advocacy on our Women’s Programming,
this largely took place during Advocacy Days,when representatives of the Committee met
with both the Liberal and NDP Women’s Caucuses.
Chair Sylvie Goneau asked the Committee to express any questions or comments on the
proposed Terms of Reference.None were raised,and the committee approved a motion to
adopt the Terms of Reference as presented.There was a round of applause amongst
Committee members recognizing how much has been accomplished,and how far the
Committee has come.
A discussion on approaches to the Policy Forum at FCM’s Annual Conference was led by
Chair Sylvie Goneau.Many ideas for content were presented,including:the challenges
faced by women who have children while in office;how to support women candidates;issues
faced by women at different life stages and situations;supporting women who stand for re-
election;and the role of men in helping to get more women elected.Two ways to approach
the discussion were brought forward:café -style roundtable discussions and the panel
approach.Overall,a desire for celebration,dialogue,sharing of resources and stories,and
drawing on the Edmonton protégés were expressed as suggestions for the Policy Forum at
the Annual Conference.
Finally,the Committee approved a motion to approve the policy statement as presented.
There was discussion that the goal of at least 30%representation is a good one –and that
once that is achieved,the goal will shift to 50%representation.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the Terms of Reference,as presented
2.Adopt the policy statement,as presented
Recommendations for referral to staff:
3.Staff prepare a full report on the scholarship program for the September Board
meeting.This will include:program goals,finances and a robust action plan for
enhanced scholarship promotion with clear actions,responsibilities,timelines and an
evaluation process.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE RURAL FORUM
Forum Chair President Doug Dobrowolski opened the meeting by welcoming Forum
members and introducing Vice-Chairs Churence Rogers and Ray Orb.
Following approval of the agenda and the report of the November 2014 meeting,staff
outlined the federal government’s new National Disaster Mitigation Program (NDMP)and
changes to the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA)program.Forum
members shared their insights on how provincial and territorial governments may respond to
DFAA formula changes and provided feedback on FCM’s response.The Forum emphasized
the need to continue discussions with Public Safety Canada regarding federal funding for
disaster recovery and mitigation and the need for consultation with municipalities on future
NDMP and DFAA program changes.
The Forum was then updated on FCM leadership’s advocacy efforts in the lead-up to the
next federal budget.Forum members also reviewed FCM’s preparations for federal election
2015 and the status of FCM’s platform development,including rural-specific issues
incorporated into FCM’s election strategy.Members discussed ways they could champion
FCM’s election platform in their communities and ensure that rural issues are considered by
all federal parties.
Forum members then discussed the Governance Working Group’s proposed changes to the
Executive Committee membership.Members expressed concern about maintaining a strong
rural voice on FCM’s Executive Committee and stressed the need to further strengthen rural
representation within FCM.The Forum submitted two emergency recommendations to the
Executive Committee on this issue.
The Rural Forum then discussed their interactions with their federal counterparts on pre-
budget consultations.Members highlighted that infrastructure funding and rural broadband
service remain important priorities.The Forum was also updated on the federal government’s
progress on enhancing broadband service in rural areas.In particular,staff outlined Industry
Canada’s response to FCM’s concerns regarding proposed changes to the 3500 MHz
spectrum band and their December 2014 proposal that will better maintain existing rural
broadband service.
Forum members then reviewed proposed changes to the Forum’s Policy Statement that
better reflect current policy and advocacy priorities.After approving the policy statement,
staff members outlined a new format for policy forums at this year’s Annual Conference in
Edmonton.
FORUM RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the policy statement,as amended
Emergency recommendations for referral to the Executive Committee:
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2.Recommend that the Board direct the Governance Working Group to consider an
appropriate mechanism for ensuring that the PTA representative on the Executive
Committeee is a member of the Rural Forum;and
3.Request that the Executive Committee task the Governance Working Group with bringing
forward a report and recommendations with respect to the rural representation in the
FCM.
The Forum recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
ON COMMUNITY SAFETY AND CRIME PREVENTION
Randy Goulden,Committee Chair and councillor with the City of Yorkton,welcomed board
members to Burnaby,including Vice Chairs Chris Coleman,Councillor with City of Victoria
and Roger Doiron,Mayor of la Ville de Richibucto.
Following roundtable introductions,committee members approved the agenda as amended
and adopted the November 2014 Report to Board as presented.The Chair invited staff to
present an update on FCM’s pre-election and pre-budget advocacy activities,as well as a
survey of the changing political and economic landscape,and how it may impact the work of
the committee.Staff also provided information on FCM’s recent polling activity,as well as
efforts to gather support from other stakeholders and outreach to all election parties.
A brief update on FCM’s election-platform development since November 2014 was provided.
The committee heard that the community-safety and crime-prevention,or “Safe Cities and
Communities”plank of the platform will include solutions geared toward addressing funding
pressures from federal policing downloads,embracing new and innovative models for crime
prevention,recognizing the need for inter-governmental collaboration on mental health and
addiction issues,as well as avenues to enhance the ability of communities to respond to both
natural and man-made disasters.Staff also updated the committee on the new approach
that will inform the policy forums during the 2015 FCM Annual Conference.
Committee members welcomed guest speaker Jeffrey Copenace,who presented on the
issue of murdered and missing Aboriginal women.Mr.Copenace shared his professional
history on the issue,beginning with a key role in the negotiations that led to the Kelowna
Accord,and most recently as Deputy Chief of Staff to Assembly of First Nations National
Chief Shawn A-in-Chut Atleo.He shared a number of new initiatives that have been
introduced to better track and respond to the disappearance of Aboriginal girls and women.
Mr.Copenace then shared his own personal story following the disappearance of his niece
Maisy Odjick in 2008.He thanked committee members for the invitation to speak,and
highlighted important role municipal governments can play by collaborating with other levels
of government and First Nations communities,and increasing awareness of this endemic
crisis that touches all Canadians.Finally,Mr.Copenace encouraged committee members to
support the resolution before them,asking FCM to support a national public inquiry into
missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls.
The committee subsequently engaged in a brief discussion on the question of contract
arbitration for public-safety officials.The committee heard from PTA executive directors
about the evolving situation in Ontario,as well as the innovative approach the province of
Manitoba has developed to include municipal governments in the RCMP contract-negotiation
process between the provincial and federal governments.Members shared that this issue is
creating financial pressures across the country,and agreed that the matter should be
discussed on an ongoing basis between PTA executive directors.There was also a brief
discussion on alternative sources of financing that could help alleviate financial pressures
resulting from high salaries for public-safety officials,such as proceeds of crime legislation.
Staff then presented an update on the Updates and Action Items Report,as well as progress
on the committee’s policy priorities.The committee received a report on the federal
government’s new National Disaster Mitigation Program (NDMP)and changes to the
Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA)program.Following this report,staff
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shared the results of the research on the economics of policing,for which the terms of
reference were adopted by the committee in November 2014.Ultimately,the committee
heard that while the results of the research were limited,the report provided helpful advice
for FCM’s consideration.Following a presentation on a potential new way forward,committee
members approved new approaches to federal funding for policing,crime prevention and
mental health.
The Committee considered two resolutions,one in support of a national public inquiry into
missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls,and another related to the availability of
RCMP resources,both of which were recommended as Category A-concurrent.Committee
members unanimously supported to refer the resolution on missing and murdered Aboriginal
women and girls to FCM’s 2015 Annual Conference.
Committee members then reviewed and approved proposed changes to the Standing
Committee’s Policy Statement,in order to update old information and to better reflect FCM’s
current policy and advocacy priorities.
Finally,the committee heard a report from members on the Joint Committee on Community
Corrections on the March 3 meeting held in Burnaby.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the policy statement,as presented;
2.Approve the solutions proposed for federal funding of policing,crime prevention and
mental health to be included in the 2015 pre-election platform;and
3.Direct staff to undertake a consultation with a small,regionally representative group
of members that includes both rural and urban municipalities,in order to gather
information on the financial impact of officer secondments to federal policing
initiatives,as well as other areas where local governments are undertaking work on
federal policing priorities;and
4.Direct staff to monitor the outcome of CACP resolution #04-2014 aimed at advancing
the Strategic Directions of the Canadian Mental Health Strategy,including the
creation of a Standing Committee for Collaboration on Mental Health Issues,and
liaise with the organization to explore avenues of collaboration.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE ON
MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION POLICY
Committee Chair Jenelle Saskiw opened the meeting by welcoming committee members and
introducing Vice-Chairs Michelle Morin-Doyle and David Price.
Following approval of the agenda and the report of the November 2014 meeting,members
were updated on the advocacy efforts of FCM leadership and staff in the lead-up to the next
federal budget,and the Committee reviewed FCM’s preparations for federal election 2015
and the status of FCM’s platform development.
An update was also provided on FCM’s interactions with Infrastructure Canada and
provincial/territorial municipal associations on the status of the New Building Canada Fund to
ensure that a significant share of Provincial and Territorial Infrastructure –National Regional
Projects (PTIC-NRP)announcements are for municipal projects,and that these
announcements roll out in a timely fashion.Committee members expressed concern about
the progress with project announcements at the provincial level and encouraged FCM to
continue working with its provincial and territorial counterparts as a key advocacy priority.
On rail safety,Committee Chair Jenelle Saskiw and FCM staff provided an update on the
National Municipal Rail Safety Working Group’s February 24th meeting in Ottawa and its
ongoing advocacy for the implementation of emergency-assistance response plans for
flammable liquids,improved training for first responders,and the introduction of a new
insurance regime for railways and shippers.Working Group members also encouraged FCM
member municipalities to register for information on dangerous goods transported through
their communities under Transport Canada’s Protective Direction 32.Staff outlined key
elements of the federal government’s Bill C-52 that respond directly to concerns raised by
the Working Group related to insurance and liability,information sharing and Transport
Canada’s oversight of federal railways.The Chair also updated committee members on the
FCM/RAC Proximity Initiative’s ongoing work to reduce misunderstanding arising from
railway-community proximity issues and to promote the Guidelines for New Development in
Proximity to Railway Operations.
Committee members were then updated on the status of FCM’s intervention in the City of
Hamilton’s August 2014 application to the CRTC and approved the use of the Rights-of-Way
Legal Defense fund for two additional interventions before CRTC and the Supreme Court of
Canada.
The Committee considered five resolutions:one on the Building Canada Fund eligibility
criteria and four on a number of issues related to rail safety and the transportation of
dangerous goods.The final four have been deferred back to staff for further research and
analysis.
Committee members then reviewed proposed changes to the Standing Committee’s Policy
Statement that better reflect the Forum’s current policy and advocacy priorities.After
approving the policy statement,staff members outlined a new format for policy forums at this
year’s Annual Conference in Edmonton.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
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Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the policy statement,as presented;and
2.Approve the recommendation that FCM file an intervention with the CRTC in response to
the February 2015 application by telecommunications carriers requesting that the City of
Calgary be instructed to use the Model Municipal Access Agreement as a starting point
for negotiations;and
3.Approve the recommendation that FCM request intervener status before the Supreme
Court of Canada in the matter of Rogers v.Châteauguay,with a financial allocation of up
to $30,000 committed from the Rights-of-Way Defense Fund.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT THE MEETING OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Committee Chair Roger Anderson welcomed members and introduced the vice-chairs.The
members approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 2015 Board of Directors’
meeting in Ottawa.
The Chair announced the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of
Canada’s Department of Foreign Affairs,Trade and Development (DFATD)and FCM to
ensure greater collaboration between the Government and Canadian municipalities on
matters related to international development.A letter of appreciation was sent to the Minister
of International Cooperation and La Francophonie following the signing of the agreement.
The Committee was presented with the first year’s work plan of FCM’s International
Relations Framework,which outlines a set of strategic objectives for 2015 to 2018.In 2015,
FCM will focus on engagement in international municipal networks,including the promotion
of local governments in multilateral agreements,advancing development cooperation
through programs,fostering its understanding in trade and development,and supporting the
engagement of Canadian municipalities and experts in its programs.
The FCM International Governance Representatives presented innovative approaches and
recent activities from their programs.These included presentations from Cllr.Brian Pincott
for the Haiti-Municipal Cooperation Program (MCP),Cllr.Harold Usher for the Caribbean
Local Economic Development (CARILED)program,and Cllr.Marvin Plett and Cllr.Sylvie
Goneau from the Municipal Partners for Economic Development (MPED)program.
The Committee also received a report on the gender-equality work realized through the
Municipal Local Economic Development program in Ukraine by Mayor Debra Button.Chair
Roger Anderson shared some of the challenges faced by FCM with the approval of the
contribution agreement for the new Program for Local Economic Development and
Democratic Governance in Ukraine.The Committee requested that a letter be sent to the
Minister of International Cooperation and La Francophonie outlining FCM’s concerns and to
request that the agreement be signed based on the understanding of FCM in December
2014.
Cllr.Garth Frizzell,FCM’s Governance Representative for the Community Sustainable and
Inclusive Communities in Latin America (CISAL)provided an update and shared the
expected outcomes of the program.He also highlighted the types of mining practices being
implemented in selected communities and encouraged members of the committee to
promote the program in their municipalities and networks.Calls for expression of interests
will be distributed through social media,FCM’s website and FCM News,and by email in late
spring and early summer.
The Committee received a presentation from representatives from Simon Fraser University’s
(SFU)Centre for Community Sustainable Development on a joint collaboration between the
university and FCM’s MPED program in Bolivia.Through this collaboration,FCM and SFU
organized a diploma program in community economic development for municipal staff in the
FCM partner municipalities of Padilla,Tiquipaya and Cliza,and with the regional association
of AMDECO in Bolivia.The MPED program also hosted SFU interns in its demonstrations
projects and through AMDECO.
The SCIR also received a presentation from Deputy Mayor Pam McConnell on FCM’s work
with the United Cities and Local Governments,the global organization of local and regional
government,and the City of Toronto’s involvement in the organization.The presentation
highlighted the opportunities networks provide for city-to-city collaboration.
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Councillor Paul Pirri provided an update on FCM’s activities during the Government of
Canada’s International Development Week (IDW).In addition to various social media and
local events,FCM recognized ten municipal experts for their contributions to its international
programs.One of these individuals will be selected for the Mike Badham Award,to be
presented at FCM’s Annual Conference,along with two institutional awards.Also during
IDW,FCM,in collaboration with the City of Montreal and the Union des municipalités du
Quebec,organized an event in Montreal to recognize their contribution to development
cooperation through the MCP in Haiti.
Finally,Cllr.Marvin Plett shared the outline for the international program at the conference.
FCM will receive at least two international delegations,including from the CARILED and
CISAL programs.In addition to attending various conference events,international partners
will also participate in a side program to better inform them of FCM`s work,including the
Green Municipal Fund and gender equality.FCM International will also organize a workshop
on democratic governance and has sent a letter of invitation to the Minister of International
Cooperation and La Francophonie to participate in the various events.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Direct FCM to write a letter to the Minister of International Cooperation and La
Francophonie requesting that the Government of Canada sign the contribution
agreement of the Program on Local Economic Development and Democratic Governance
(PLEDDG)in Ukraine as communicated to FCM in December 2014 and to not reduce the
approved six-year budget for PLEDDG.
The Standing Committee recommended this report be received.
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SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MEETING OF THE NORTHERN AND REMOTE FORUM
Chair Jeannie Ehaloak,President of Nunavut Association of Municipalities (NAM),introduced
the two Vice Chairs,Wayne Potoroka,President of the Association of Yukon Communities
(AYC),and Charlie Furlong,President of the Northwest Territories Association of
Communities (NWTAC),and FCM staff.
FCM staff presented an update on the Forum’s 2014-15 Advocacy and Policy Priorities.FCM
met with Minister Aglukkaq at Advocacy Days in November.FCM also recently reached out
to Minister Valcourt to express concerns about the Auditor General’s report highlighting
serious problems with the Nutrition North Canada program and the high cost of living in the
North.
The Forum heard an update on the policy research and program development that has taken
place in support of FCM’s 2015 federal election platform and Northern and Remote Forum
priorities,including municipal renewable energy,energy efficiency,climate change
adaptation and social housing capital repair and regeneration.
The Forum received the Updates and Action Items report,which highlighted:
-In December 2014,Industry Canada announced a new approach to 3,500 MHz
spectrum allocation;
-Staff continued to monitor developments with the new $305-million Connecting
Canadians rural broadband fund;
-FCM continues to make the case that a broader strategy and level of investment is
required to build asset-management capacity in local communities.Staff have been
assisting INFC with the planning of a national roundtable on asset management in
March 2015;and
-Staff continue to maintain contact with Transport Canada on the Runway End Safety
Area (RESA)risk assessment.
Members commented that the cost and quality of Internet connectivity remains a big concern,
especially in Nunavut.The Forum heard that connectivity is a matter of northern sovereignty,
economic development,cultural preservation,accessing government services,safety,and
search-and-rescue capability.Members suggested that the Department of National Defence
could partner in bringing modern connectivity to the North.It was further suggested that the
federal government may want to consider a special levy on resource development in the
North as a means of financing infrastructure,including broadband.NAM reported that it is
pursuing a connectivity plan and will bring its broadband plan to the Forum at the Annual
Conference in Edmonton.The Forum received an update on the federal government’s new
National Disaster Mitigation Program (NDMP)and changes to the Disaster Financial
Assistance Arrangement (DFAA)program.Members raised concerns about the potential
impacts of reduced DFAA funding on northern municipalities,along with rising private-
insurance premiums as the federal government seeks to transfer liability to the private
insurance market.
The Forum heard that the three northern territorial associations are working together to
develop a Tri-territorial Strategy.One outcome has been increased cooperation in sharing
program administration best practices.NAM Executive Director Madeline d'Argencourt
reported that Minister Aglukkaq conducted budget consultations in Nunavut in early January,
and that Liberal leader Justin Trudeau held a northern roundtable.
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FCM REPORT TO COUNCIL 20
The Forum heard from NWTAC Executive Director Sarah Brown that the association ran a
successful campaign in the region promoting HometownProud.Members support FCM
continuing to use HometownProud as an ongoing advocacy campaign,and suggest keeping
the site up as a tool that promotes Canadian and community tourism.
Members raised concerns that the government is bringing in numerous tax credits while
ignoring the progressively eroding Northern Residents Tax Deduction.
STANDING COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommendations for adoption:
1.Adopt the policy statement,as presented;
2.Adopt the policy forum agenda.
The Forum recommended this report be received.
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AUR._ORA
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4744
Email: ngarbe@ aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
MEMORANDUM
DATE: April14, 2015
TO: Mayor Dawe and Members of Council
Town of Aurora
Administration Department
FROM: Allan D. Downey, Acting, Chief Administrative Officer
RE: Recommendations From April 7, 2015 Joint Council Committee Meeting
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT Council approve the following recommendations from the April 7, 2015 Joint
Council Committee Meeting:
THAT Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee recommend to
both Council's approval of the 2014 Fire Department Master Plan Update;
THAT Joint Council Committee make a recommendation to the Councils of the
two municipalities to proceed with a land securement, subject to a report for
final approval in 2015 for the construction of a new fire facility to include
Administration, Training and Suppression Crew and provide for possible
inclusion of Fire Prevention Division;
THAT Development Charge funds to an upset limit of $25,000 be approved to
hire by RFP, an architectural consultant to assist in the land securement and
upon approval of land purchase and approval of further funding, to undertake
the facility design.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment No. 1 -Central York Fire Services-Joint Council Committee
April 7, 2015 Meeting Minutes
CYFS -JCC
Tuesday,April 7,2015 at 9:30 AM
Town of Aurora Leksand Room
1 Municipal Drive
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The meeting of the Central York Fire Services Joint Council Committee was held on Tuesday,
April 7,2015 in Town of Town of Aurora,Leksand Room,1 Municipal Drive,Aurora.
Members Present:Aurora:Councillor Abel
Councillor Mrakas
Regrets:Aurora:Councillor Thompson
Members Present:Newmarket:Councillor Hempen
Councillor Sponga
Councillor Twinney
Staff Present:Newmarket:R.N.Shelton,Chief Administrative Officer
L.Georgeff,Director of Human Resources
D.Schellenberg,Manager of Finance and Accounting
L.Lyons,Deputy Clerk
Aurora:A.Downey,Acting Chief Administrative Officer
D.Elliot,Director of Corporate and Financial
Services/Treasurer
CYFS:I.Laing,Fire Chief
P.Leslie,Deputy Fire Chief
R.Comeau,Deputy Fire Chief
The meeting was called to order at 9:32 a.m.
Councillor Abel in the Chair.
Additions &Corrections to the Agenda
None.
Declarations of Pecuniary Interest
None.
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Approval of Minutes
1.Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee Minutes of March 3,2015.
Moved by:Councillor Twinney
Seconded by:Councillor Sponga
THAT the Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee Minutes of
March 3,2015 be approved.
Carried
Items
2.Chief Laing addressed those present with a PowerPoint presentation being an
overview of the 2014 Annual Report which included details of emergency
response times and statistics,fire protection services to the communities of
Aurora and Newmarket,changes to the fire code and training hours and staffing.
He also provided an update regarding the 2014 operating and capital budget
information and provided an overview and status of the Master Fire Plan Update.
Moved by:Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by:Councillor Twinney
THAT the PowerPoint presentation overview of the 2014 Annual Report by Chief
Laing be received.
Carried
3.Central York Fire Services Report 2015-04 dated March 18,2015 regarding
Draft Fire Department Master Plan -Implementation Options.
Chief Laing provided an overview of the objective of the report with respect to
implementation options and financial considerations for the implementation of
recommendations from the July 2014 Fire Department Master Fire Plan Update.
Moved by:Councillor Hempen
Seconded by:Councillor Mrakas
THAT CYFS Report 2015-04 dated March 18,2015 regarding proposed options
for implementation of recommendations from the July 2014 Fire Department
Master Plan Update (FDMPU)be received and the following recommendations
be adopted:
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i)THAT JCC recommend to the Councils of the two municipalities to direct staff
to proceed with a land securement process in 2015 for the construction of a new
fire station;
ii)AND THAT JCC make a recommendation to the Councils of the two
municipalities to relocate Administration and Training with the new Suppression
crew at the new fifth fire station;
iii)AND THAT JCC make a recommendation to the Councils of the two
municipalities to adopt a multi-year approach to the hiring of a 7th crew,
commencing in approximately 2016;
iv)AND THAT funds be approved to hire an architectural consultant to undertake
the fire station design,including assisting in the site evaluation process,to be
funded from Development Charge reserves from the respective municipalities.
Motion Lost
Moved by:Councillor Sponga
Seconded by:Councillor Hempen
a)THAT Central York Fire Services Joint Council Committee recommend to
i)AND THAT Joint Council Committee make a recommendation to the Councils
of the two municipalities to proceed with a land securement,subject to a
report for final approval in 2015 for the construction of a new fire facility to
include Administration,Training and Suppression Crew and provide for
possible inclusion of Fire Prevention Division;
ii)AND THAT Development Charge funds to an upset limit of $25,000 be
approved to hire by RFP,an architectural consultant to assist in the land
securement and upon approval of land purchase and approval of further
funding,to undertake the facility design.
Carried
4.An amendment was made to Recommendation #3 contained in the motion
presented by Councillor Mrakas with respect to the feasibility of a consolidated
fire service with the Town of Richmond Hill.
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Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Sponga
WHEREAS the consolidation of Aurora and Newmarket fire services into Central
York Fire Services has achieved efficiencies through enhanced levels of fire
service provided at a significantly reduced cost;
AND WHEREAS consolidation with additional municipalities may achieve further
operating efficiencies,improved department structure,increased service level(s),
and cost avoidance opportunities;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to prepare correspondence to the
Council of the Town of Richmond Hill pursuing interest in the consolidation of
CYFS with the Town of Richmond Hill Fire Service;
AND THAT the correspondence be brought before both Councils of Aurora and
Newmarket for approval and signed by Heads of Councils before submission to
Richmond Hill Council.
Carried
New Business
a)The Acting Chief Administrative Officer (Aurora)requested that the CYFS Joint
Council Committee Minutes of March 3,2015 be submitted to the Town of Aurora
Council and Town of Newmarket Council for consideration of the Joint Council
Committee recommendations related to Central York Fire Services Report 2015-04
dated March 18,2015 with respect to the Draft Fire Department Master Plan
Implementation Options.
Moved by:Councillor Sponga
Seconded by:Councillor Mrakas
THAT the CYFS Joint Council Committee Minutes of March 3,2015 be
forwarded to the Town of Aurora Council and Town of Newmarket Council in
advance of the next scheduled CYFS Joint Council Committee meeting.
Carried
b)Chief Laing announced Deputy Chief .The Chief and Joint
Council Committee members thanked him for his years of service.
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Closed Session (if required)
The Chair advised that there was no requirement for a Closed Session.
Adjournment
Moved by:Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by:Councillor Twinney
THAT the meeting adjourn.
Carried
There being no further business,the meeting adjourned at 11:35 a.m.
Date Councillor Abel,Chair
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Approval of Minutes
1. Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee Minutes of February 3,
2015 and Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee (Closed
Session) Minutes of February 3, 2015.
Moved by: Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by: Councillor Twinney
THAT the Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee Minutes of
February 3, 2015 and Central York Fire Services -Joint Council Committee
(Closed Session) Minutes be approved.
Carried
Items
2. Fire Services Report 2015-02 dated February 19, 2015 regarding Fire Services
Comparators Information.
Deputy Chief Leslie provided background information related to preparation of
the comparator report. He advised that he would include the number of fire
stations in the comparator report and would circulate the updated report.
Discussion ensued regarding joint training facilities and training requirements.
Moved by: Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by: Councillor Hempen
THAT Fire Services Report 2015-02 dated February 19, 2015 regarding Fire
Services Comparators Information be received for information purposes.
Carried
3. Fire Services Report 2015-03 dated February 19, 2015 regarding East
Gwillimbury Fire Protection Agreement.
The Fire Chief advised that Central York Fire Services was approached by the
East Gwillimbury Fire Services prior to the opening of the Highway 404
extension north of Green Lane with respect to response concerns associated
with interchange restrictions. He advised that this could be an opportunity to
assist a neighbouring municipality and get cost recovery, although only
applicable to the Highway 404 corridor and similarly to the sharing agreements
with two other municipalities there would be retainer and per call fees imposed.
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The Fire Chief further advised that this agreement would be on a trial basis for
one year and adjustments can be made accordingly, if required.
Moved by: Councillor Thompson
Seconded by: Councillor Mrakas
a) THAT Fire Services Report 2015-03 dated February 19, 2015 regarding East
Gwillimbury Fire Protection Agreement be received and the following
recommendations be adopted: ·
i) THAT Central York Fire Services (CYFS) be authorized to enter into an
interim agreement which will provide emergency response services into East
Gwillimbury to assist with servicing the northbound Highway 404 corridor
from Davis Drive to Queensville Sideroad;
ii) AND THAT the East Gwillimbury Fire Protection Agreement contain the same
conditions as the CYFS/Whitchurch-Stouffville and King Township
agreements;
iii) AND THAT CYFS, East Gwillimbury Emergency Services and the Chief
Administrative Officers of the respective municipalities be authorized to
execute this Fire Protection Services agreement.
Carried
4. Joint Central York Fire Services and Corporate Services Report -Financial
Services 2015-11 dated February 27, 2015 regarding Proposal for the 2015
CYFS Operating and Capital Budgets.
The Director of Financial Services!Treasurer, Newmarket advised that the
Treasurer's, Chief Administrative Officer's for both Aurora and Newmarket and
Fire Chief have discussed the proposal for the 2015 operating and capital
budgets and have suggested removal of the Master Fire Plan from the budget
process. With such removal, there will be no change to the base operating
budget, decreased growth items, no changes to the capital budget and no
forecast until the Master Fire Plan has been finalized.
Discussion ensued regarding training requirements, certification of staff and the
desire for an Assistant Deputy Chief who would supervise the Training Division.
Further discussion ensued regarding replacement vehicles, multi-year budgeting
and options of distribution of the tax burden over time.
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Moved by: Councillor Hempen
Seconded by: Councillor Mrakas
a) THAT Joint Central York Fire Services and Corporate Services Report -
Financial Services 2015-11 dated February 27, 2015 regarding Proposal for
the 2015 CYFS Operating and Capital Budgets be received and the proposed
approach to the CYFS 2015 budget, as outlined in this report, be
recommended by Joint Council Committee to the Town of Aurora for review
and the Town of Newmarket for approval;
i) AND THAT Joint Council Committee set a goal to establish a multi-year
implementation plan to accommodate the proposed Master Fire Plan;
ii) AND THAT staff be directed to report back with a 5 year plan for the
proposed Master Fire Plan.
Carried
New Business
a) Councillor Mrakas provided Notice of Motion for the next scheduled CYFS-JCC
meeting regarding the amalgamation of fire services in York Region.
Closed Session
The Chair advised that there was no requirement for a Closed Session.
Adjournment
Moved by: Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by: Councillor Sponga
THAT the meeting adjourn.
Carried
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 11:25 a.m.
CYFS-JCC Minutes-March 3, 2015
NOTICE OF MOTION Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
Date:April 14,2015
To:Members of Council
From:Mayor Dawe
Re:Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board of Directors
WHEREAS the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)represents the interests of
municipalities on policy and program matters that fall within federal jurisdiction;and
WHEREAS FCM’s Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials from all
regions and sizes of communities to form a broad base of support and provide FCM with the
prestige required to carry the municipal message to the federal government;and
WHEREAS FCM’s 78th Annual Conference and Trade Show will take place June 5 –June 8
2015,during which time the Annual General Meeting will be held and followed by the
election of FCM’s Board of Directors.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Council of the Town of Aurora
endorse Councillor Paul Pirri to stand for re-election on FCM’s Board of Directors for the
duration of the Council term;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora assumes all costs associated with
Councillor Paul Pirri attending FCM’s Board of Directors meetings to a maximum of $8,000.
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NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor Tom Mrakas
Date:April 14,2015
To:Mayor and Members of Council
From:Councillor Mrakas
Re:Training and Development Budget
WHEREAS the General Committee of March 23,2015 recommended that the 2015 Draft
Operating Budget be adjusted by reducing the “Training &Development”budget by $100,000;
WHEREAS by reducing the Training and Development budget from $196,000 to $96,000,as
recommended by General Committee,it would have the effect of reducing the Aurora portion of
the proposed tax levy without affecting service levels of Aurora taxpayers;
WHEREAS in response to said General Committee recommendation it was noted that there may
be negative implications of the proposed reduction of the “Training and Development”budget.
WHEREAS as a consequence,General Committee directed staff to provide information on or a
report to Council on potential implications of the proposed $100,000 reduction ($196,000 to
$96,000)of the “Training and Development”budget;
WHEREAS a memorandum from the CAO dated March 30th,2015 was provided to Council as
said response wherein it was indicated that,“…the proposed reduction of $100,000 would
severely limit the Town’s ability to offer training and development opportunities beyond the
mandatory training level.”
WHEREAS the memorandum from the CAO dated March 30th,2015 did not provide specific
metrics,data,and/or relevant information that speak to the potential implications of the proposed
reduction in the Training and Development budget;
WHEREAS in order that Council may make an informed decision as it speaks to the proposed
reduction of the “Training and Development budget”specific metrics,data,and/or relevant
information that speak to the potential implications of the proposed reduction in the Training and
Development budget are necessary;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff provide a report,for council
consideration at the next Budget meeting,that includes the following information:for the year
2014,an itemized list of all conferences and/or training and/or development courses attended by
all members of staff,the cost of each conference and/or training and/or development course
attended and the KT (Knowledge Transfer)provided and/or certifications achieved as a result of
attendance at same.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5704-15
BEING A BY-LAW to
exempt Blocks 100, 102,
104, 106, 109, 111and 112
on Plan 65M-4423 from
Part-Lot Control (Msttamy
(Aurora) Limited).
WHEREAS subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended
(the "Act"), provides that the council of a local municipality may by by-law provide that
the part-lot control provisions in subsection 50(5) of the Act, does not apply to the land
that is within a registered plan of subdivision as is designated in the by-law;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora deems it
necessary and expedient to enact a by-law to exempt Blocks 100, 102, 104, 106, 109,
111 and 112 on Plan 65M-4423 from those provisions of the Act dealing with part-lot
control;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT subsection 50(5) of the Act shall not apply to the following lands, all
situated in the Town of Aurora, Regional Municipality of York:
(a) Blocks 100, 102, 104, 106, 109, 111 and 112, Plan 65M-4423, designated
as Parts 1 to 51 inclusive, Plan 65R-35511 .
2 . THAT a copy of this By-law shall be registered in the appropriate Land Registry
Office on title to the lands set out herein.
3. THAT this By-law shall come into full force and effect upon final passage hereof,
shall remain in force and effect for a period of two (2) years from the date of its
passing, and shall expire on the 141
h day of April, 2017.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 14th DAY OF APRIL, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 14'h DAY OF APRIL, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5707-15
BEING A BY-LAW to appoint
Municipal By-law Enforcement
Officers and Property Standards
Officers for The Corporation of the
Town of Aurora.
WHEREAS subsection 15(1) of the Police Services Act, R.S .O. 1990, c. P.15, as amended
(the "Police Services Acr), states that a municipal council may appoint persons to enforce
the by-laws of the municipality;
AND WHEREAS subsection 15(2) of the Police Services Act states that municipal law
enforcement officers are peace officers for the purpose of enforcing municipal by-laws ;
AND WHEREAS the Building Code Act, 1992, S.0.1992, c . 23, as amended, provides that
the council of a municipality may pass by-laws prescribing standards for t he maintenance
and occupancy of property, and may assign to officers the responsibility of administering and
enforcing by-laws passed under section 15.1 of that Act;
AND WHEREAS subsection 1 (3) of the Provincial Offences Act,.R.S .O . 1990, c . P.33 , as
amended, states that a minister of the Crown may designate in writing any person or class of
persons as a provincial offences officer for the purposes of all or any class of offences;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the "Town") deems
it necessary and expedient to appoint certain employees as Municipal Law Enforcement
Officers, and certain employees as Property Standards Officers;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT those persons listed on Schedule "A" to this By-law be and are appointed as
Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for the Town.
2 . THAT those persons appointed as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers are
designated by the Town to act as Provincial Offences Officers in accordance with any
specific or general directive of the Solicitor General for Ontario in effect from time to
time relating to the power of Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to act as Provincial
Offences Officers.
3 . THAT those persons listed on Schedule "B" to this By-law be and are appointed as
Property Standards Officers for the Town.
4 . THAT the Town Clerk be and is hereby authorized to issue a certif icate of
appointment bearing his/her signature or facsimile thereof to the Officers appointed
by this By-law.
5 . THAT By-law Numbers 5337-11, 5449-12,5461-12, 5539-13, and 5578-13 be and
are hereby repealed.
6 . That this By-law shall come into full force and effect on the date of final passage
hereof.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS t.f" DAY OF APRIL, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 14th DAY OF APRIL, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
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By-law Number 5707-15
SCHEDULE "A"
Municipal Law Enforcement Officers
Building Services Division
Yancy Ambing, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Jacek Baldyga, Senior Building Inspector
Afshin Bazar, Manager, Building Services
Robin Del Favero, Senior Plumbing Inspector
Randy Dunsmore, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Steve Loncar, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Dale Robson, Manager, Code Review & Inspection
Terence Wong, Senior Plans Examiner
By-law Services Division
Mandie Crawford, Manager, By-law Services
Bill Davis, Parking Control Officer
Mohit Dang, Parking Control Officer
Heather Green, By-law Enforcement/licencing Officer
Dave Marshall, Parking Control Officer
Steven Rawn, By-law Enforcement/licencing Officer
Eric Schafranek, By-law Enforcement/licencing Officer
Jaspal Singh , Parking Control Officer
Michelle Wacker, Parking Control Officer
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By-law Number 5707-15
Building Services Division
SCHEDULE "B"
Property Standards Officers
Yancy Ambing, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Jacek Baldyga, Senior Building Inspector
Afshin Bazar, Manager, Building Services
Robin Del Favero, Senior Plumbing Inspector
Randy Dunsmore, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Steve Loncar, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Dale Robson, Manager, Code Review & Inspection
Terence Wong, Senior Plans Examiner
By-law Services Division
Mandie Crawford, Manager, By-law Services
Heather Green, By-law EnforcemenVLicencing Officer
Steven Rawn, By-law Enforcement/Licencing Officer
Eric Schafranek, By-law Enforcement/Licencing Officer
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5715-15
BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting From Council Meeting on Apri/14, 2015
THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA HEREBY
ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the actions by Council at its Council meeting held on April 14, 2015
in respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed taken by
the Council at the said meeting 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 executG all documents as may be
necessary in that bGhall and the Clerk is herGby authorized and directed to
affix thG corporatG seat to all such documGnts.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 74TH DAY OF APRIL, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 14TH DAY OF APRIL, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M. A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK