AGENDA - Council - 20150331COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY,MARCH 31,2015
7 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
March 27,2015
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday,March 31,2015
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 10,2015 pg.1
Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes of March 25,2015 pg.15
RECOMMENDED:
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.
4.PRESENTATIONS
(a)Irene Clement,Chair,Aurora Community Arboretum pg.19
Re:Aurora Community Arboretum Update –2014/2015 Activities
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
(ii)Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a)Councillor Thom pg.52
Re:Canada 150 Celebrations
11.REGIONAL REPORT
York Regional Council Highlights –March 26,2015 pg.53
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Regional Report of March 26,2015 be received for information.
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:
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).
(Report No.PL15-010 –PP Item 3 –Feb.25/15)
pg.60
5696-15 BEING A BY-LAW to authorize civil marriage
solemnizations.
pg.63
(Report No.LLS15-012 –GC Item 7 –Mar.3/15)
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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).
(Report No.LLS15-012 –GC Item 7 –Mar.3/15)
pg.64
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.
(Report No.IES15-012 –GC Item 3 –Mar.03/15)
pg.68
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.
pg.69
5701-15 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number
2213-78,as amended (30 Eric T.Smith Way).
(Memo –Council Item 6 –Mar.31/15)
pg.72
5702-15 BEING A BY-LAW to permanently close a portion of a
highway and to establish lands as highways (Old
Bloomington Road).
(Memo –Council Item 5 –Mar.31/15)
pg.76
RECOMMENDED:
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.
pg.78
14.CLOSED SESSION
15.ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEMS
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015 pg.30
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the General Committee meeting report of March 24,2015 be received and
the recommendations carried by the Committee be approved.
2.Audit Committee Meeting Report of March 24,2015 pg.39
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Audit Committee meeting report of March 24,2015 be received and the
recommendations carried by the Committee be approved.
3.LLS15-026 –General Committee Closed Session Meeting Report of pg.41
March 24,2015
RECOMMENDED:
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
THAT Robert William Newman’s correspondence declining his
appointment to the Heritage Advisory Committee be received;and
THAT Council appoint one (1)citizen member to the Heritage
Advisory Committee;and
THAT this appointment be effective as of April 1,2015;and
THAT staff be directed to report out the name of citizen member
appointed to the Heritage Advisory Committee upon adoption of this
resolution.
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4.Memorandum from Mayor Dawe pg.43
Re:Correspondence from MPP Ernie Hardeman,Oxford –Housing
Services Corporation Accountability Act,2015
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum regarding Correspondence from MPP Ernie Hardeman,
Oxford –Housing Services Corporation Accountability Act,2015 be received;and
THAT Council provide direction with respect to the Housing Services Corporation
Accountability Act,2015.
5.Memorandum from Director of Infrastructure &Environmental Services pg.48
Re:Establishment of Lands as Public Highway and Stop-up and Closure
of Portion of Highway (Old Bloomington Road)
RECOMMENDED:
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.
6.Memorandum from Director of Planning &Development Services pg.51
Re:Additional Information
Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment No.5701-15
30 Eric T.Smith Way
RECOMMENDED:
THAT this memorandum regarding Additional Information –Administrative
Zoning By-law Amendment No.5701.15 –30 Eric T.Smith Way be received
for information.
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,March 10,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner (arrived
7:06 p.m.),Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
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 7:05 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 Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services,with the following
addition,be approved.
Presentation (a)David Tomlinson,representing Ivy Jay Farm Woodland and
Wetlands Community Nature Reserve
Re:Purchasing Grassland for Park Preservation
CARRIED
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3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes of February 24,2015
Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes of February 25,2015
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the Council meeting minutes of February 24,2015 and Special Council –Public
Planning meeting minutes of February 25,2015 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
4.PRESENTATIONS
Council consented to consider Presentations following Public Service Announcements.
(a)David Tomlinson,representing Ivy Jay Farm Woodland and Wetlands
Community Nature Reserve
Re:Purchasing Grassland for Park Preservation
Mr.Tomlinson presented an overview of the importance of preserving habitats at the
Ivy Jay Farm Woodland and Wetlands Community Nature Reserve and recommended
that Council consider purchasing 1.97 acres of developable grassland for preservation.
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the presentation by David Tomlinson regarding Purchasing Grassland for Park
Preservation be received and referred to staff;and
THAT staff arrange a site visit to the Ivy Jay Farm Woodland and Wetlands Community
Nature Reserve.
CARRIED
5.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Thom extended congratulations to the Aurora Tigers for winning their first
round of playoff games and noted that the next playoff game will take place at the
Aurora Community Centre on March 13,2015 at 7:30 p.m.
Councillor Thom noted that a worldwide celebration of Commonwealth Day took place
on February 9,2015.
Councillor Humfryes announced that the Special Olympics Ontario-Aurora Bocce team
will be competing in a Bocce Tournament in Richmond Hill on March 28 and 29,2015.
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Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder that a pizza,pop,and pledge lunch would
be held on March 26,2015 at Town Hall for the 2015 Run or Walk for Southlake.
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to the organizers of the Snowflake Father &
Daughter Ball for raising $17,000 in support of Big Brother Big Sisters of York.
Councillor Abel announced that the Aurora Haunted Forest and Aurora Winter Blues
Festival were recognized as being among 2015 Top 100 Festivals &Events in Ontario.
He extended congratulations to Shelley Ware and Jamie MacDonald for successfully
hosting these events.
Councillor Abel noted that the Doane House Hospice will be hosting a trivia pub night
at the Wild Wing in Newmarket on March 11,2015.
Councillor Thompson extended a reminder about the 2015 Run or Walk for Southlake
which will take place on April 26,2015.
Councillor Gaertner noted her attendance at the Aurora Cultural Centre for the Great
Artist Music Series,as well as her attendance at the Aurora Public Library for a
women’s rights forum.She extended congratulations to the Town’s cultural service
providers.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Community Recognition and Citizen of the
Year Award nomination process is still underway and further information may be
accessed at www.aurora.ca/cra.
Mayor Dawe noted that registration is open for Aurora’s March Break and Summer
Camps.
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 thanked the York Regional Police for agreeing to cover the costs of
security and policing for the Pan Am Games Torch Relay on June 25,2015.
Mayor Dawe announced the grand opening of the new LCBO store in Aurora.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder to residents that tickets are still on sale for the
Easter Egg Hunt on April 4,2015 and may be purchased at the Aurora Family Leisure
Complex and Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex for $5 per child.
Mayor Dawe extended congratulations to the Aurora Marquee Theatrical Productions
for successfully attaining a charitable status and noted that donations are being
accepted at www.marqueetp.com.
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6.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (sub-items 5,6,and 7),4,and 5 were identified for discussion.
7.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 5,6,and 7),2,3,and 6 were identified as
items not requiring separate discussion.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
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 3,2015
THAT the General Committee meeting report of February 17,2015 be received
and the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved (with
the exception of sub-item 5,6,and 7):
(1)BBS15-004 –Request for Sign Variance to Sign By-law No.4898-07.P
for the McDonald’s Restaurant at 2 Allaura Blvd.
THAT Report No.BBS15-004 be received;and
THAT a variance to Sign By-law No.4898-07.P be approved to permit
two (2)menu board signs for the McDonald’s drive thru facility located at
2 Allaura Blvd.;and
THAT a second variance to Sign By-law No.4898-07.P be approved to
permit each menu board sign to have a sign area of 5.2m2.
(2)IES15-011 –Northern Six Waste Collection Contract,Tender
Preparation Update
THAT Report No.IES15-011 be received;and
THAT the principle of renewing a waste contract as a partnership with
the Northern Six Municipalities be endorsed;and
THAT staff be directed to update the Memorandum of Understanding
between the Northern Six Municipalities to provide governance and
direction during the next Waste Collection Contract period;and
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THAT staff report back with opportunities to harmonize all Waste
Collection By-laws in the Northern Six Municipalities with the aim to
improve efficiencies in the Contract Administration and customer service;
and
THAT staff report back to Council for direction with respect to
opportunities for improvements in the service level(s)provided,range of
services provided,opportunities for further waste diversion and cost
efficiencies.
(3)IES15-012 –Speeding Concerns on Cousins Drive and Multi-Way
Stop Control Request at the Wells Street and Cousins
Drive Intersection
THAT Report No.IES15-012 be received;and
THAT three-way stop sign control at the intersection of Wells Street and
Cousins Drive be approved;and
THAT a by-law to implement three-way stop sign control at the
intersection of the Wells Street and Cousins Drive be introduced;and
THAT “Pedestrians Must Yield to Traffic”caution signs be removed upon
implementation of three-way stop sign control at the intersection of Wells
Street and Cousins Drive;and
THAT notice of Council’s decision be sent to area residents.
(4)IES15-013 –Durham York Energy Centre Status Report
THAT Report No.IES15-013 be received for information.
(8)Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re:Finance Advisory Committee Member Appointments
THAT the memorandum regarding Finance Advisory Committee Member
Appointments be received;and
THAT the following Members of Council be appointed to the Finance
Advisory Committee:
Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
Councillor Harold Kim
Councillor Michael Thompson
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(9)Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re:Proposed Revision to the Council Meeting Calendar
THAT the memorandum regarding Proposed Revision to the Council
Meeting Calendar be received;and
THAT the Council meeting currently scheduled on Tuesday,May 12,
2015 be rescheduled to Monday,May 11,2015 at 7:00 p.m.to
accommodate the 2015 York Regional Police Appreciation Night.
2.Special General Committee –Water and Wastewater Budget Introduction
Meeting Report of February 24,2015
THAT the Special General Committee –Water and Wastewater Budget
Introduction meeting report of February 24,2015 be received for information.
3.LLS15-024 –General Committee Closed Session Meeting Report of
March 3,2015
THAT Report No.LLS15-024 be received;and
THAT Council adopt the following recommendations from the Closed Session
meeting of March 3,2015:
1.Personal matters about an identifiable individual,including a Town or
Local Board employee;Re:LLS15-022 –Appointments to the Aurora
Appeal Tribunal
THAT Closed Session Report No.LLS15-022 be received;and
THAT the following citizen members be appointed to the Aurora Appeal
Tribunal for the 2014-2018 Term of Council:
Carl Barrett
Roy J.Harrington
David H.Z.Mhango
Grace Marsh;and
Tom Plamondon.
2.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town
or Local Board;Re:PR15-007 –Purchase of Lands at 100 Vandorf
Sideroad,Formerly Hallmark Cards
THAT Closed Session Report No.PR15-007 be received;and
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THAT the confidential recommendations of General Committee on
March 3,2015 regarding the Purchase of Lands at 100 Vandorf
Sideroad,Formerly Hallmark Cards,be approved.
6.Central York Fire Services –Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of
February 3,2015
THAT the Central York Fire Services –Joint Council Committee meeting minutes
of February 3,2015 be received for information.
CARRIED
8.DELEGATIONS
None
9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 3,2015
(5)IES15-014 –Clear Bag Program for Waste Collection,Follow-up
Report
Council consented to separate the clauses of Amendment #1 for voting purposes.
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT Report No.IES15-014 be received for information.
Amendment #1
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the following clauses be added to the main motion:
“THAT Council endorses the implementation of a voluntary Clear
Bag Program for waste collection;and
THAT staff be directed to provide members of the public with
information on the benefits of a Clear Bag Program;and
THAT staff be directed to report back on any feedback received in
respect to the voluntary Clear Bag Program.”
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On a recorded vote the first clause of the amendment was
DEFEATED
YEAS:3 NAYS:6
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Gaertner,and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillors Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,
Thom,and Thompson
On a recorded vote the second clause of the amendment was
DEFEATED
YEAS:4 NAYS:5
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Gaertner,Thom,and Mayor
Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillors Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,and
Thompson
On a recorded vote the third clause of the amendment was
DEFEATED
YEAS:2 NAYS:7
VOTING YEAS:Councillor Gaertner and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillors Abel,Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,
Thom,and Thompson
The main motion
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 3,2015
(6)LLS15-011 –Questions on the Ballot –2014 Municipal Election Results
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT Report No.LLS15-011 be received for information.
Amendment #1
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the following clauses be added to the main motion:
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“THAT the composition of the Council of The Corporation of the
Town of Aurora be changed from nine (9)members to seven (7)
members,comprised of one (1)Mayor,who shall be the Head of
Council,and six (6)Councillors;and
THAT the change in the composition of Council come into force
following the next regular municipal election in accordance with the
provisions of subsection 217(3)of the Municipal Act,2001;and
THAT the necessary by-law be brought forward at the March 31,
2015 meeting of Council for enactment to change the composition
of Council for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora from nine (9)
members to seven (7)members,comprised of one (1)Mayor,who
shall be the Head of Council,and six (6)Councillors.”
On a recorded vote the amendment was
DEFEATED
YEAS:2 NAYS:7
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel and Pirri
VOTING NAYS:Councillors Gaertner,Humfryes,Kim,
Mrakas,Thom,Thompson,and Mayor Dawe
The main motion
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of March 3,2015
(7)LLS15-012 –Civil Marriage Solemnization Services
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No.LLS15-012 be received;and
THAT the Town’s services be enhanced to include civil marriage solemnization
services;and
THAT a by-law to authorize the Town Clerk to provide civil marriage
solemnization services be enacted;and
THAT the fees for civil marriage solemnization services as set out in Report No.
LLS15-012 be approved;and
THAT a by-law be enacted to amend Schedule “C”of By-law Number 5680-15
(being the Town’s Fees and Charges By-law)to include fees for civil marriage
solemnization services.
CARRIED
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4.Memorandum from Director of Legal &Legislative Services/Town Solicitor
Re:Appointment of Members of Council to the Environmental Advisory
Committee
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the memorandum regarding Appointment of Members of Council to the
Environmental Advisory Committee be received;and
THAT Councillors Mrakas and Pirri be appointed to the Environmental
Advisory Committee effective April 1,2015.
CARRIED
5.Memorandum from Director of Legal &Legislative Services/Town Solicitor
Re:Appointment of Members of Council to the Trails and Active
Transportation Committee
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the memorandum regarding Appointment of Members of Council to the
Trails and Active Transportation Committee be received;and
THAT the Terms of Reference for the Trails and Active Transportation
Committee be amended to change the Committee composition to read as
follows:
“2.MEMBERSHIP
The Committee shall be comprised of seven (7)voting members and
four (4)non-voting members,as follows:
Voting Members:
Three (3)members of the public;
Two (2)members of Council;
One (1)citizen member from the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Committee;and
One (1)citizen member from the Environmental Advisory Committee
Non-voting Members:
One (1)member from the Planning &Development Services
Department;
Two (2)members from the Parks &Recreation Services Department;
and
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One (1)member from the Infrastructure &Environmental Services
Department.”;and
THAT Councillors Humfryes and Mrakas be appointed to the Trails and Active
Transportation Committee effective April 1,2015.
CARRIED
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 Mrakas
Re:Increased Traffic Volume on Industrial Parkway North
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS it is expected that Industrial Parkway North and South will
begin to see an increase in traffic volume due to diversion of traffic and
truck traffic;and
WHEREAS the issue of the management of increased traffic volume has
been partially addressed by the recent approval of the reconstruction of
Industrial Parkway South.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed
to review traffic counts and investigate options to alleviate southbound
traffic congestion on Industrial Parkway North from Scanlon Road to
Wellington Street East;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to bring back a
report on the findings and recommended actions.
CARRIED
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(b)Councillor Kim
Re:Multicultural Festival
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora was recently ranked the best place to live
in York Region and one of the top 25 places to live in Canada;and
WHEREAS Aurora is striving to be one of the healthiest communities in
Canada;and
WHEREAS Aurora is quickly becoming a multicultural town;and
WHEREAS new homes in the 2C lands in the north-east section of Town
are quickly selling out and bringing in up to 12,000 people from diverse
backgrounds;and
WHEREAS it is critical that we welcome and engage new residents and
share with them the rich culture and history of Aurora,along with its spirit
of volunteerism in which Aurora was built;and
WHEREAS Aurora has validated its enjoyment and appreciation of history,
culture,and food by the successful events sponsored by the Aurora
Cultural Centre,Aurora Historical Society,and the Town of Aurora events
such as:Ribfest,Aurora Chamber Street Festival,Magna Wild Wild West
Hoedown,and Jazz Festival,which have been roaring successes;and
WHEREAS supporting food,culture,and diversity in itself supports
Aurora’s Strategic Plan objectives of “Supporting an exceptional quality of
life for all,”which in turn attracts people and businesses;and
WHEREAS the Town of Richmond Hill has held the highly successful
multicultural festival “Tastes of the Hill”for the past eight (8)years and
counting;celebrating the rich cultural diversity of its community via the
many international foods,arts and crafts,sports and entertainment
showcased at the event;and generating funds for local charities;and
WHEREAS understanding our neighbours’food and culture is an excellent
way to get to know one another and bring the community closer together.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed
to investigate and report back to Council on the potential for Aurora to hold
a multicultural festival similar to those of other York Region Municipalities
with a timeline of an inaugural event to be held sometime in 2016.
CARRIED
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11.REGIONAL REPORT
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the Regional Report of February 26,2015 be received for information.
CARRIED
12.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Thom inquired about the timeframe for implementing the parking strategy.
Mayor Dawe requested that a meeting of the Audit Committee be scheduled on March
24,2015 at 6:30 p.m.to receive a presentation regarding an audit plan.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT a meeting of the Audit Committee be scheduled on March 24,2015 at 6:30
p.m.
CARRIED
Mayor Dawe recommended that the Special General Committee –Operating &Capital
Budgets meeting scheduled on March 23,2015 be cancelled.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the Special General Committee –Operating &Capital Budgets meeting on
March 23,2015 be cancelled.
DEFEATED
13.READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT the following by-law be given first,second,and third readings and enacted:
5690-15 BEING A BY-LAW to define the accountability and transparency policies
and procedures for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5694-15 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council
Meeting on March 10,2015.
CARRIED
14.CLOSED SESSION
None
15.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:24 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR STEPHEN M.A.HUYCKE,TOWN CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 10,2015 ARE SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MARCH 31,2015.
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL –PUBLIC PLANNING
MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday,March 25,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Deputy Mayor Abel in the Chair;Councillors Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT Mayor Dawe and Councillor Pirri
OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Planning and Development Services,Council &
Committee Coordinator/Deputy Clerk,Planners,and
Council/Committee Secretary
Deputy Mayor Abel called the meeting to order at 7:02 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 Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
3.PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Deputy Mayor Abel 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.
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Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes
Wednesday,March 25,2015 Page 2 of 4
1.PL15-021 –Proposed Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment
David Frattaroli,14288 Yonge Street
Files:SUB-2014-04,ZBA-2014-09
Planning Staff
The Planner,Mr.Drew MacMartin,presented an overview of the application and
staff report,including background information and details related to the proposed
Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to permit the
development of eleven residential units,0.48 hectare private open space,and
1.2 hectare lands to be retained.He noted that applicant proposes to rezone the
subject lands from Rural Oak Ridges Moraine “RU-ORM”Zone to Special Mixed
Density Residential Holding (H)“R5-XX”Exception Zone”,Private Open Space
“O-X2”Exception Zone,and Environmental Protection “EP-XX”Exception Zone.
Consultant
Mr.Claudio Brutto,President of Brutto Consulting,on behalf of the applicant,
expressed his support of the staff report and recommendation.He noted that the
proposed development was in keeping with the spirit of the Official Plan and the
environmental features on the site would be protected.
Public Comments
No members of the public came forward.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Report No.PL15-021 be received;and
THAT comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services in a comprehensive report outlining
recommendations and options at a future Public Planning meeting.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT Report No.PL15-021 be received;and
THAT comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services in a comprehensive report outlining
recommendations and options at a future General Committee meeting.
CARRIED
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2.PL15-023 –Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
Applications,RCG Aurora North Limited Partnership
800 St.John’s Sideroad,Files:OPA-2012-02,ZBA-2012-09
On a motion of Councillor Gaertner seconded by Councillor Mrakas,Council consented
to consider Item 2 prior to Item 1.
Planning Staff
The Planner,Mr.Lawrence Kuk,presented an overview of the applications and
staff report,including background information and details related to the proposed
Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to permit
a commercial development with a range of commercial uses.He noted that the
applicant proposes to redesignate the subject lands from “Convenience
Commercial”to “Community Commercial”and to rezone the subject lands from
Rural “RU”Zone to Shopping Centre Commercial “C4-X”Exception Zone along
with site specific exceptions regarding setback requirements.
Consultant
Mr.Michael Mendes,Senior Development Manager of Rice Commercial Group,
expressed his support of the staff report and proposed recommendation.He
provided a brief overview of the location plan,concept plan revisions,and
building elevations.
Public Comments
Aurora resident Sue Pestell expressed concerns regarding traffic flow and
controls with respect to the right-in/right-out access onto St.John’s Sideroad.
Aurora resident Sharon St.Aubin also expressed concern regarding traffic as
well as her support of the proposed site design and landscaping.
Planning Staff
The Director of Planning and Development Services,Mr.Marco Ramunno,
addressed the concerns regarding traffic and the right-in/right-out access.
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Report No.PL15-023 be received;and
THAT comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by
Planning and Development Services in a comprehensive report outlining
recommendations and options at a future General Committee meeting.
CARRIED
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4.READING OF BY-LAW
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5699-15 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Special
Council –Public Planning Meeting on March 25,2015.
CARRIED
5.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
CARRIED
__________________________________________________________________
JOHN ABEL,DEPUTY MAYOR PATTY THOMA,DEPUTY CLERK
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL –PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING OF
MARCH 25,2015 ARE SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MARCH 31,
2015.
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PRESENTATION REQUEST
This Presentation form and any written submissions or background information for consideration by
either Council or Committees of Council must be submitted to the Clerk’s office by the following
deadline:
4:30 P.M.ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE:March 31,2015
SUBJECT:Aurora Community Arboretum’s update to Council on 2014 &2015 activities as
requested by Mr.Downey
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:Irene Clement,Chair ACA
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):Aurora Community
Arboretum
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:Outline of what was done in
2014 and plans for 2015 budget.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of
interest?
Yes No IF YES,WITH WHOM?Patty Thoma DATE March 2015
Al Downey January 2015
I I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits ten (10)minutes for Presentations.
Legal and Legislative Services
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Aurora!
Community!
Arboretum
Presentation!
to!Council!!2015
Aurora!
Community!
Arboretum
Agenda:
2014!Achievements
Plans!for!2015!&!Beyond
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2014!Achievements
Specimen!Area
2014!Achievements
Specimen!Area
Goal:!1000!species/varieties!!
Achieved!as!of!end!2014:!
630!species/varieties!planted!
Total!of!1500!trees!and!shrubs
All!GPS!located!in!database!
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2014!Achievements
Specimen!Area
Goal:!Create!‘Flora!Aurora’!!(FA)
Achieved
2014:!Fix!Drainage!in!FA2
Planted!223!trees!&!shrubs
2014!Achievements
Specimen!Area
Goal:!Create!‘Flora!Aurora’!!
Achieved:!
Completed Core!Planting!in!2014
2007!to!2014:!!
1600!Flowering!Trees!and!Shrubs
300!species/varieties
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2014!Achievements
Forest!Areas
Goal:!Create!a!Future!Forest
On‐Going:
2014!Spring!Community!Planting
~690!Trees!and!Shrubs
From!LSRCA!and!our!Nurseries
2014!Achievements
All!Areas
Goal: Plant!trees!&!shrubs
Total!planted!in!Arboretum!in!
2014:!
913
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2014!Achievements
Nurseries
Goal:!Grow!Stock!Economically
Achieved:
2014!:!223!trees!and!shrubs!out
888!new!stock!planted
2014!Achievements
Education
Goal:!Learning!for!All
Achieved!2014:!
Four!Educational!Signs!Installed
Five!under!Development
Active!“Open!House”!July!1
Five!Commemorative!tree!signs!
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2014!Achievements
Administration
Goal:!Refine!the!Arboretum
Achieved!2014:!
Database!Development
Began!‘Pine!Forest’!Project
Began!‘Invasive!Species’!Project
2014!Achievements
Always
Goal:!Maintain!the!Arboretum
Trails!!!!!!!!Water
Weeds!!!!!Daffodils
Trim !!!!!!!!!Website!
Communications
Volunteers
And!all!the!rest!…..
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2014!Achievements
Volunteers!Hours!2014
2660
Aurora!
Community!
Arboretum
Agenda:
2014!Achievements
Plans!for!2015
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2015!Plans
Utility!Vehicle
To !Facilitate!Volunteer!Work!Teams
LSRCA!Contract
Expertise!&!services
Primary Focus:!!Specimen!Tree!health!&!growth,!
education,!promotion,!community!involvement
2015!Plans!…!
Proposed!ACA!2015!Budget
Specimen!Tree!procurement $4,500
Stock!for!2015!Community!planting 0
Contract!Weeding,!mulching!Flora!Aurora 12,000
Tree!pits!for!2016!planting 3,000
Utility!vehicle 23,000
Preparation!of!2016!Community!Planting!!area 500
Educational!signs!+!Tree!Identification!signs 6,000
Equipment!&!Tools!(repair/new) 2,000
Contract!for!expertise!&!services!(LSRCA) 40,000
Boardwalk!for!Bird‐Friendly!Area!trail 9,000!!!
TOTAL $100,000
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Aurora!Community!Arboretum
Plans!for!the!FUTURE
Continuing!our!Partnership
Community!Partnership!contract!to!2017‐intend!to!renew
Plant!additional!Specimen!Trees
Grow!the!Bottomland!Forest
Annual!Spring!Blossom!Festival
Plan!and!Develop!Native!Area
Expand!the!Educational!Program
Expand!Public!Involvement!Activities
Maintain!this!Growing!Heritage!
Enhanced!Promotion!(Eco‐tourism)
This!is!a!Partnership
That!WORKS!
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Thank!You
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TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,March 24,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Councillor Thompson in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,and Thom
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Pirri and Mayor Dawe
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
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:04 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
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services,
with the following additions:
Delegation (b)Don Given,representing Eyelet Investment/Treasure Hill Homes and
Aurora 2C Landowners Group Inc.
Re: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
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Item 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
3.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 2,3,4,6,7,8,9,11,and 14 were identified for discussion.
4.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1,5,10,12,13,15,16,and 17 were identified as items not requiring separate
discussion.
General Committee recommends:
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as “Items Not Requiring
Separate Discussion”be adopted as submitted to the General Committee and staff be
authorized to take all necessary action required to give effect to same:
1.Memorandum from Chief Administrative Officer
Re:Northern Six Collaboration –Presentation of Upcoming Initiatives
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.
5.PL15-025 –Planning Applications Status List
THAT Report No.PL15-025 be received for information.
10.IES15-019 –Ministry of Environment Drinking Water System Inspection
THAT Report No.IES15-019 be received for information.
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
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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.
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
(Added Item)
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.
CARRIED
5.DELEGATIONS
(a)Glenn Lang,N6 Program Manager
Re:Item 1 –Memorandum from Chief Administrative Officer
Re:Northern Six Collaboration –Presentation of Upcoming Initiatives
Mr.Lang presented an overview of the Northern Six (N6)Shared Services Study that
identified priority areas for partnership,collaboration,and shared service opportunities
among the N6 municipalities.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to Item 1.
(b)Don Given,representing Eyelet Investment/Treasure Hill Homes and Aurora 2C
Landowners Group Inc.
Re: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
(Added Item)
The delegation request was withdrawn.
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6.PRESENTATIONS BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE CHAIR
None
7.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
2.PR15-008 –Development of a Sport Plan for Aurora
General Committee recommends:
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
No.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
3.PR15-009 –John West Memorial “Leaders of Tomorrow”Scholarship Award
General Committee recommends:
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
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4.PL15-019 –Site Plan Application,Skygrove Developments Inc.,233 Earl
Stewart Drive,File:SP-2014-09
General Committee consented to consider Item 4 prior to Item 3.
General Committee recommends:
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.
CARRIED
6.IES15-023 –Facility Projects Status Report
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-023 be received for information.
CARRIED
7.IES15-024 –Award of Tender IES2014-73 –For Street Lighting Infrastructure
Maintenance
General Committee recommends:
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.
CARRIED
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8.IES15-017 –Backyard Composting Initiative to Reduce Curbside Collection
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-017 be received for information.
CARRIED
9.IES15-018 –Submission of Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES15-018 be received;and
THAT the 2014 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report be posted on the Town’s
website.
CARRIED
11.IES15-020 –Drinking Water Quality Management Standard Operation Plan and
Municipal Drinking Water Licence
General Committee recommends:
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.
CARRIED
14.IES15-015 –Town-wide Conversion to LED Street Lighting –Update No.1
General Committee recommends:
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
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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.
CARRIED
8.NOTICES OF MOTION
(a)Councillor Thom
Re:Canada 150 Celebrations
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.
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9.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Humfryes inquired about the outstanding items with respect to the Aurora Family
Leisure Complex renovations.Staff advised that residents would be kept informed as the
project progresses.
Councillor Kim inquired about the location of Canada Post mailboxes.
Councillor Abel noted that there are concerns about activities taking place at the Aurora
Family Leisure Complex skateboarding facility.Staff noted that these matters are being
addressed.
10.CLOSED SESSION
General Committee consented to resolve into a Closed Session meeting,following
adjournment,to consider:
1.Personal matters about an identifiable individual,including a Town or Local Board
employee;Re:Report No.LLS15-023 –Appointments to the Heritage Advisory
Committee
11.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:02 p.m.
JOHN ABEL,DEPUTY MAYOR STEPHEN M.A.HUYCKE,TOWN CLERK
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING OF MARCH 24,2015 IS
SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL AND COUNCIL ENDORSEMENT OF THE
RECOMMENDATIONS ON MARCH 31,2015.
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TOWN OF AURORA
AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,March 24,2015
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Deputy Mayor Abel in the Chair,Councillors Gaertner (arrived 6:33
p.m.),Humfryes (arrived 6:33 p.m.),Kim,Mrakas,Thom,and
Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Pirri and Mayor Dawe
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer,Director of Corporate and Financial
Services/Treasurer,Manager of Financial Planning,Financial
Analyst,Town Clerk,and Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 6.31 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
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services.
3.DELEGATIONS
(a)Giselle Bodkin,Partner,and Andrea Nauss,Manager,BDO Canada LLP
Re:Item 1 –CFS15-013 –Audit Plan for 2014 Fiscal Year
Ms.Bodkin and Ms.Nauss presented an overview of the approach,scope,and
delivery plan of the services provided by BDO Canada LLP for the audit of the
consolidated financial statements of the Town.
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General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to Item 1.
4.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS
1.CFS15-013 –Audit Plan for 2014 Fiscal Year
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.CFS15-013 be received;and
THAT the 2014 year end Audit Plan as proposed by BDO Canada LLP be
endorsed.
CARRIED
5.CLOSED SESSION
None
6.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
JOHN ABEL,DEPUTY MAYOR STEPHEN M.A.HUYCKE,TOWN CLERK
THE REPORT OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING OF MARCH 24,2015 IS SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL AND COUNCIL ENDORSEMENT OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS ON
MARCH 31,2015.
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TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No.LLS15-026
SUBJECT:General Committee Closed Session Report of March 24,2015
FROM:Warren Mar,Director of Legal &Legislative Services/Town Solicitor
DATE:March 31,2015
RECOMMENDATIONS
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
THAT Robert William Newman’s correspondence declining his appointment to the
Heritage Advisory Committee be received;and
THAT the appointment of the one (1)citizen member of the Heritage Advisory
Committee recommended by General Committee in Closed Session on March 24,
2015 be approved;and
THAT this appointment be effective as of April 1,2015;and
THAT staff be directed to report out the name of citizen member appointed to the
Heritage Advisory Committee upon adoption of this resolution.
BACKGROUND
The General Committee Closed Session meeting convened at 9:03 p.m.on March 24,
2015 with the following Members present:
Committee Members:Deputy Mayor Abel in the Chair;Councillors Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Thom,and Thompson
Members Absent:Mayor Dawe and Councillor Pirri
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March 31,2015 -2 -Report No.LLS15-026
The meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.
Prepared by:Patty Thoma,Council &Committee Coordinator/Deputy Clerk,ext.4227
Warren Mar
Director of Legal &Legislative
Services/Town Solicitor
Neil Garbe
Chief Administrative Officer
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:March 31,2015
TO:Members of Council
FROM:Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
RE:Correspondence from M.P.P.Ernie Hardeman,Oxford -Housing Services
Corporation Accountability Act,2015
RECOMMENDATION
THAT Council:
Receive the correspondence for information
Endorse the recommendations
Provide direction
Town of Aurora
Office of the Mayor
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Ontario
LEGISLATIVE ASSEM BLY
ERNIE HARDEMAN, M.P.P.
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Mayor Geoff Dawe
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way, Box 1000
Aurora, ON L4G 6J1
Dear Mayor Dawe,
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MAYOR'S OFFICE
Queen's Park Office:
Room 413, legislative Bldg.
To ronto, ontario
M7A 1A8
Tel . (416) 325-1239
Fax (416) 325-1259
Constituency Office:
12 Perry Street
WOodstock. Ontario
N4S3Q
Tel. (519) 537-5222
Fax (519) 537-3577
I understand the fiscal challenges that municipalities are facing and that your tax dollars have to be used
effectively. That's one of the reasons I was so disappointed to learn that some social housing providers
are being forced to pay more than they should for services.
As you know, provincial legislation makes it mandatory for affordable housing providers to purchase gas
and insurance through the Housing Services Corporation (HSC). A number of municipalities have found
that they are paying more for gas than if they were to purchase it through other sources. As well, many
providers are paying HSC an opt out fee (2.5% of the premium) in order to be allowed to purchase less
expensive insurance that provides equal or better coverage.
I believe that affordable housing provid ers should be allowed to purcha se these items at the best
possible price-whether it is directly, jointly with the municipality, through Local Authority Services, or
through HSC. I also have concerns about recent spending at the HSC, including frequent international
travel and money transferred to subsidiaries and other for-profit companies .
To save municipalities money and ensure affordable housing dollars are used effectively I recently
introduced the Housing Services Corporation Accountability Act. If passed , this Act will:
• Save affordable housing providers money on natural gas and in surance by removing the
mandatory requirement to purchase them through the Housing Service Corporation;
• Restore accountability by requiring HSC to report salaries over $100,000 as municipalities and
government agencies do; and
• Give the Provincial Auditor the authority to audit the HSC without requiring a Minister's request.
I ask for your support for this bill to ensure that affordable housing dollars can provide the maximum
benefit to help those who need it most. In case it is helpful I have enclosed a sample resolution of
support.
If you have any questions regarding the Housing Services Corporation Accountability Act, or if I can be of
arn~ERe~1matter please contact me at ernie.hardeman@pc.ola.org or 416-325-1239 .
Ernie Hardeman, MPP Oxford
PC Critic for Municipal Affairs and Housing
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Housing Services Corporation Accountability Act, 2015
EXPLANATORY NOTE
The Bill amends the Housing Services A ct, 2011 in the following ways:
1. Section 150 is amended to permit the Auditor General to audit the accounts of
the Housing Services Corporation and of each of its s ub sidaries.
2. Section 151 is amended so that members of the Housing Services Corporation
such as service managers and local housing corporations are not required to
participate in any of the Corporation's programs or activities.
The Bill also amends the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, 1996 to specify that the
Housing Services Corporation and each of its subsidiaries are employers for the purposes
of the Act.
An Act to amend the Housing Services Act, 2011 and the
Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, 1996
Her Majesty , by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of the
Province of Ontario, enacts as follows:
HOUSING SERVICES ACT, 2011
1. (1) Section 150 of the Housing Services Act, 2011 is amended by adding the
following subsections:
Auditor General
(2) The Auditor General appointed under the Auditor General Act may audit the
accounts of the Corporation and of each of its subsidiaries.
Access to records and information
(3) When the Auditor General conducts an audit under subsection (2), the
Corporation and its subsidiaries shall give the Auditor General and employees of the
Auditor General access to all records and other information required to conduct the audit.
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(2) Section 151 of the Act is repealed and the following substituted:
Member participation not required
151. Members of the Corporation such as service managers and local housing
corporations are not required to participate in any of the Corporation's programs or
activities described in section 124.
PuBLIC SECTOR SALARY DISCLOSURE ACT, 1996
2. (1) The definition of "employer" in subsection 2 (1) of the Public Sector
Salary Disclosure Act, 1996 is amended by striking out "and" at the end of clause
(b), by adding "and" at the end of clause (c) and by adding the following clause:
(d) the Housing Services Corporation and each of its subsidiaries;
(2) Subsection 2 (1) of the Act is amended by adding the following definition:
"Housing Services Corporation" has the same meaning as in the Housing Services Act,
2011;
COMMENCEMENT AND SHORT TITLE
Commencement
3. This Act comes into force on the day it receives Royal Assent.
Short title
4. The short title of this Act is the Housing Services Corporation Accountability
Act, 2015.
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Sample resolution for Municipal Council
WHEREAS social housing providers in Ontario are currently required to purchase natural gas
and insurance through the Housing Services Corporation (HSC) or pay a fee to purchase
elsewhere; and
WHEREAS social housing providers should have the right to obtain natural gas and insurance at
the lowest cost to provide value to those in need of affordable housing and all taxpayers; and
WHEREAS the HSC should be subject lhe same level of accountability and oversight as
government agencies;
THEREFORE BE IT resolved that the Council of (name of municipality) supports the Housing
Services Corporation Accountability Act introduced by Oxford MPP Ernie Hardeman which
would remove the mandatory requirement for social housing providers to purchase gas and
insurance through the HSC, require HSC to report salaries over $100,000, and give the
Provincial Auditor General the authority to audit HSC.
Infrastructure and Environmental
Services
100 John West Way,
Box 1000,
Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
Phone:905-727-3123 ext.4371
www.aurora.ca
MEMORANDUM
DATE:March 31,2015
TO:Mayor Dawe and Members of Council
FROM:Ilmar Simanovskis,Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services
RE:Establishment of Lands as Public Highway and Stop-up and Closure of
Portion of Highway (Old Bloomington Road)
Memo 09-15
RECOMMENDED
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.
DISCUSSION
The Vacant Land Condominium Agreement (YRVLCP No.1159)for the Stirling Cook Aurora
Inc.development located at northeast corner of Bloomington Road East and Yonge Street
intersection dated December 9,2008 (the “VLC Agreement”)converted the existing
residential dwelling fronting onto Old Bloomington Road,to one of the Condominium
Units in the development (the “Condo Unit”)and included therein the requirement to
reconfigure the Condo Unit’s existing road access to accommodate the Region’s
proposed reconstruction and widening of Bloomington Road east of Yonge Street.
The road reconstruction included the removal of the westerly intersection of Old
Bloomington Road to Bloomington Road and the construction of a new turning circle
east of the Condo Unit,followed by the Region’s assumption of the westerly portion of
Old Bloomington Road.
To facilitate the road reconstruction,the VLC Agreement required:
•the conveyance of land to the Town for road widening purposes to accommodate
construction of the turning circle at the newly constructed west terminus of Old
Bloomington Road;
•the Town’s permanent closure of the portion of Old Bloomington Road in
between the Region’s newly widened Bloomington Road and the Turning Circle;
and
•the granting of an access easement to the Condominium Unit for access to the
remainder portion of Old Bloomington Road.
With the conveyance and construction of the turning circle and the Region’s road
reconstruction now completed,the Region enacted the applicable by-law to assume the
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westerly portion of Old Bloomington Road,and staff are now in a position to bring forward
for enactment,the by-law to establish the turning circle lands as a public highway and close
the remaining portion of Old Bloomington Road west of the turning circle.Following the
Town’s enactment of the applicable by-law,an easement over a portion of the closed road
allowance will then be granted to the owner of the Condo Unit for a private driveway access
to the turning circle.
ATTACHMENT:
Appendix A –Concept Plan showing location of turning circle lands to be established as
public highway &portion of Old Bloomington Road to be stopped up and
closed.
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:March 31,2015
TO:Mayor and Members of Council
FROM:Marco Ramunno,Director of Planning &Development Services
RE:Additional Information
Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment No.5701-15
30 Eric T.Smith Way
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the memorandum regarding Additional Information –Administrative Zoning
By-law Amendment No.5701.15 –30 Eric T.Smith Way be received for information.
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE
The purpose of this Memorandum is to inform Council of a Zoning By-law amendment (By-
law No.5701-15)which is before Council on March 31,2015 for enactment.
On February 10,2015 Council approved Report No.PL15-015 –Agreement of Purchase
and Sale for 30 Eric T.Smith Way (West Part of Lot 1,Plan 65M-4324).
Upon review of the above-noted approval,it was identified that a technical clarification
should be made to permit a minimum reduced lot frontage of 40 metres and a lot area of
0.35 hectare whereas the By-law requires a lot frontage of 60 metres and a lot area of 1
hectare if the lot is adjacent to Highway 404 and 0.8 hectares for all other locations.
The Zoning By-law amendment is considered a technical amendment and is in conformity
with the Business Park policies of Official Plan Amendment No.30.
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora,Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone:905-726-4755
Email:mramunno@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Planning &Development Services
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MOTION FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN
GIVEN (March 24,2015)Councillor Jeff Thom
Date:March 31,2015
To:Mayor and Members of Council
From:Councillor Thom
Re:Canada 150 Celebrations
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.
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:March 31,2015
TO:Members of Council
FROM:Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
RE:York Regional Council Highlights ~March 26,2015 ~
RECOMMENDATION
THAT Council:
Receive the correspondence for information
Endorse the recommendations
Provide direction
Town of Aurora
Office of the Mayor
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Council Highlights The Regional Municipality of York |york.ca
For Immediate Release
Friday,March 27,2015
York Regional Council –March 26,2015
Spring edition of York Works newsletter highlights Regional programs
York Regional Council received the 2015 spring edition of the York Works newsletter.Highlights of the spring
newsletter include:
Transportation enhancements
Be prepared with the updated Emergency Preparedness Guide
Fill’er up!Find out how York Region keeps our drinking water safe
Free garden seminars to help you live healthier and happier
Lyme disease;Protect yourself from ticks this spring
York Works will be delivered to more than 360,000 homes and businesses across York Region three times in
2015,increasing from two times in previous years.The newsletter is available online at york.ca/yorkworks
Residents can provide feedback on York Works newsletter at york.ca/yorkworkssurvey
York Region achieves 100 per cent on Chief Drinking Water Inspector’s Annual Report
York Regional Council received a report detailing the most recent Ontario Chief Drinking Water Inspector’s
Annual Report for 2012/2013.Top marks have been awarded to York Region for 100 per cent compliance in
meeting provincial water quality standards.
Regional Council also received the 2014 Annual Drinking Water System Summary Report,documenting raw
water sources,water treatment and test results for each of the Region’s drinking water systems.The report is
filed with the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change for the previous year.
York Region operates and maintains three water treatment plants,22 pumping stations,44 elevated tanks
and reservoirs,40 production wells and more than 344 kilometres of watermains to ensure water is available
when residents turn on a tap.
YRT/Viva fare changes effective July 1
York Regional Council approved a two-year plan for YRT/Viva fare adjustments by a weighted average of
two per cent,effective July 1,2015 and July 1,2016.All cash fares will remain at the existing rate in both
years.
YRT/Viva has seen an increase in revenue ridership over the past five years,from 18.3 million in 2009 to
22.4 million revenue riders in 2014,an increase of approximately 23 per cent.Fare changes offset rising
operating costs and support the cost of delivering service to increasing numbers of riders.
YRT/Viva’s two-year fare adjustment update ensures balanced costs between riders and taxpayers and is
consistent with other GTA transit systems.As a transit system servicing a large area,significant transit
investment is required to support growing ridership in one of Ontario’s most rapidly growing regions.
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York Region recognizes National Access Awareness Week May 31 to June 6
The Regional Municipality of York will recognize National Access Awareness Week from May 31 to June 6 to
celebrate the work being done across York Region to make programs and services more accessible.
Established in 1988,National Access Awareness Week brings together people with disabilities,organizations
who serve them,businesses and governments to affect meaningful changes in the daily lives of people living
with disabilities.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act,2005.
For a decade,public,private and non-profit organizations across Ontario have been working together to
improve the lives of people with disabilities.
York Region hosts the 2015 Ontario Baby-Friendly Initiative Expo this May
The Regional Municipality of York in partnership with Baby-Friendly Initiative Ontario will host the 2015
Ontario Baby-Friendly Initiative Expo on May 5 and 6,2015.The event will take place at the Hilton Garden
Inn in the City of Vaughan under the theme Community and Health Sectors Working Together for Change.
Baby-Friendly Initiative Ontario is a volunteer committee of health professionals,service providers and
consumers who promote and support breastfeeding through the implementation of the Baby-Friendly
Initiative,overseeing the accreditation process for all public health units in Ontario.
The expo will feature a number of national speakers and exhibitors and provide an opportunity for
participants to share strategies,best practices and successes in achieving and maintaining accreditation.
Student health and well-being survey results show child and youth trends
York Regional Council approved an agreement with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)to
continue administration of the Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey through 2017.
The Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey gathers data from Ontario students Grades 7 to 12 across
more than 150 elementary and high schools.The study identifies youth health and well-being trends
and identifies health risk behaviours,attitudes and beliefs.
New topics covered in the 2015 survey include the use of electronic cigarettes,source of cannabis,stress,
difficulties with attention and organization skills and hours of sleep on school nights.
York Region has participated in the CAMH survey since 2009 and uses the data for public health program
planning.
After School Program for Social Housing sites supports youth and families
York Regional Council approved a two-year pilot program to provide after-school programs in four York
Region social housing sites for children and youth ages 7 to 17.The programs will be offered in two locations
in the Town of Newmarket,as well as one location in the Town of Richmond Hill and another in the City of
Markham.
Access to social programs can positively impact children and youth,however families in social housing have
difficulty accessing them due to barriers such as fees,transportation,family situations and mental health
issues.Providing after-school programs in social housing sites increases access for vulnerable children and
youth and helps increase community engagement and positive outcomes.
The programs feature activities including homework support,cooking and nutrition skills,active games,life
skill development,mental health supports and pre-employment skills.The program will be delivered through
a designated community agency.
Results will be evaluated at the end of the two-year pilot to determine the program’s future direction.
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York Region approves preliminary plan for use of affordable housing program funding
York Regional Council approved a plan to apply $45.5 million in funding to York Region affordable housing
projects now through 2020.This funding is available through the Investment in Affordable Housing for
Ontario Program,a federal and provincial program which supports affordable housing initiatives.
York Region will use the funding for projects including the Richmond Hill Housing and Community Hub,the
Woodbridge Redevelopment project,housing allowance and home ownership support programs and
independent affordable housing projects.
Source Water Protection Plans in place to protect municipal drinking water supplies
York Region and municipalities across Ontario are working together to address potential threats to municipal
drinking water quality and quantity.Over the past nine years,source water protection plans have been
created to ensure the safety of our drinking water supply.
The South Georgian Bay Lake Simcoe Source Protection Plan received approval from the Ministry of
Environment and Climate Change.This will help determine planning decisions in York Region’s northern six
municipalities.Additional source protection plans are anticipated to be in place later this year.
Corporate State of Infrastructure Report shows Regional assets in overall good condition
York Regional Council received an update on The Regional Municipality of York’s first Corporate State of
Infrastructure Report,which shows Regional assets in overall good condition.
The report provides an understanding of the Region’s infrastructure assets such as social housing units,road
networks and administrative facilities.Regional assets from 10 service areas were assessed based on
condition,reliability and capacity.The alphabetical system ranges from A -defined as “Fit for the Future”to
F -defined as “Unfit for Sustained Service.”
The following service area and overall grades were reported for 2013:
Forestry B Roads B
Housing B Transit B
Long Term Care B Waste Management A
Paramedic Services A Wastewater A
Police B Water A
York Region continues to invest in infrastructure to support healthy,vibrant communities.Having an accurate
timeline of strategic investments enables the Region to closely align infrastructure needs to ensure sufficient
funding is available for specific projects when needed.
Integrated Management System helps protect the environment
York Regional Council received an update on the status of Environmental Services’Integrated Management
System.
It is one combined system of checks and balances for water,wastewater and waste management services
that ensures The Regional Municipality of York remains in compliance with regulatory requirements and
reduces impacts to the environment.
Environmental Services’Integrated Management System encompasses two recognized international
standards of care -ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 plus the provincial Drinking Water Quality Management
Standard.These standards are in place to ensure the highest levels of care are applied to these systems
from start to finish.
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YRT Dial-a-Ride Transit Service contract extended
York Regional Council has extended the contract with Care Accessible Transportation for operation of
YRT Dial-a-ride Transit Service until July 31,2017.
Dial-a-Ride is a demand-responsive service designed to provide local transit service within a community on
designated routes with relatively low transit ridership.Conventional buses operate the designated route
during periods of heavy travel and Dial-a-Ride operates when ridership is lower and can be accommodated
in a smaller vehicle.
The Dial-a-Ride service offers a cost-reduced method of providing transit to customers in low ridership areas.
Mobility Plus Eligibility appeal panel contract approved
York Regional Council approved a one-year contract with Medisys Health Group to conduct the Mobility Plus
Eligibility Appeal Panel hearings on York Region’s behalf in order to meet the requirement for an independent
appeal process.
Medisys Health Group provides occupational health services,including pre-placement evaluations.Medisys
Health Group has delivered medical assessments for a number of transportation providers including TTC,
Montreal Transit,VIA Rail,Air Transat and Sunwing Airlines.
York Region to receive interim ice storm assistance payment
York Regional Council received an update on the Region’s claim made to the province for damages
sustained during the December 2013 ice storm.
The Region has received confirmation an interim payment of 35 per cent (of the more than $2.3 million
claimed)will be received.Additional documentation will be provided to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Housing prior to the remainder of the claim being released.
Eight additional York Region municipalities also submitted claims to the province and will receive interim
payments of 35 per cent of their claim.
York Region has renewed the PRESTO Operating Agreement with Metrolinx
York Regional Council has renewed the current PRESTO Smart Card System operating agreement for an
additional three years.
PRESTO allows customers to ride on any participating Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area transit system
without needing exact cash fare and allows seamless travel between YRT/Viva,GO Transit and Brampton
Transit.
York Region supports provincial proposal to adopt fourth “R”for waste management
York Regional Council received a report endorsing the provincial proposal to adopt the fourth “R”(reduce,
reuse,recycle,energy recovery)for waste management.
York Regional Council has taken a leadership role in adopting the energy-from-waste process and
successfully uses waste remaining after all recycling efforts have taken place as an energy source.Regional
Council recommends the province consider taking a similar approach to help further establish Ontario as a
leader in waste diversion in North America.
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York Region continues to enhance opportunities for active transportation
York Regional Council received the 2014 Annual Report for the Pedestrian and Cycling Master Plan
Implementation.The annual progress report includes 2014 infrastructure improvements,programs and
initiatives that promote walking and cycling.
York Region added more than 27 kilometres of cycling and pedestrian improvements in 2014,including:
Bike Lanes:
o Bloomington Road from Bathurst Street to Bayview Avenue in Aurora and Richmond Hill
o Highway 7 from East Beaver Creek to Town Centre Boulevard in Markham and Richmond Hill
Multi-use paths:
o Highway 27 from Highway 7 to Milani Boulevard in Vaughan
o Warden Avenue from 16th Avenue to Major Mackenzie Drive in Markham
In addition to creating more pedestrian and bike-friendly areas,York Region also:
Provided funds to projects in the Cycling Municipal Partnership Program
Hosted the inaugural York Region Bike Summit
Installed in-boulevard left turn bike boxes and bicycle traffic signals
Belinda’s Place Progress Update
York Regional Council received an update on the construction of Belinda’s Place,anticipated for completion
in September 2015.Belinda’s Place will be York Region’s first emergency housing facility for homeless
women.
Located at 16580 Yonge Street in the Town of Newmarket,Belinda’s Place will be a three-storey building
featuring:
28 emergency housing beds and nine transitional units,including three accessible units
Common dining area,commercial kitchen,lounge and computer training area
Office,counselling,program and meeting space
24/7 support
Construction of Belinda’s Place began in summer of 2013.Daily operations and maintenance will be
managed by The Salvation Army.
2014 Economic Development Action Plan report received by York Regional Council
York Regional Council received the 2014 Economic Development Action Plan report.York Region continues
to make progress in all goal areas of the plan,designed to advance economic prosperity and business
opportunities within the Region.
The plan complements the local municipal strategies already in place and identifies new initiatives to raise
the profile of York Region as a place to invest,promote and grow.
Regional Administrative Centre Annex building moves forward
York Regional Council reconfirmed their commitment to moving forward with the construction of the York
Region Administrative Centre Annex project in the Town of Newmarket.
The Annex will accommodate and centralize many of York Region’s services.Council received an
information package reinforcing the business case and plans for the project,scheduled for completion in
2020.
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York Regional Council receives updated schedule and cost status of Toronto-York Spadina Subway
Extension
York Regional Council acknowledged the delay of at least one year to complete the Toronto-York Spadina
Subway Extension with a new target date for completion of December 2017.Council also supports
minimizing the additional budget impact and further delays.In order to achieve this completion date with
minimized impacts,a complete project reset is needed.
The cost associated with the project reset and the additional one year delay is $150 million.Regional staff
are directed to seek additional funding contributions from federal and provincial partners.Pending this
outcome,Council has approved additional funding of up to $60 million for the project,as part of the 2016
budget process.
Next regular meeting of York Regional Council
York Regional Council will meet on Thursday,April 23,2015 at 9:30 a.m.in the York Region Administrative
Centre Council Chambers,located at 17250 Yonge Street in the Town of Newmarket.
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905-830-4444 or 1-877-464-9675,ext.71237 Cell:905-505-5775 barbara.moss@york.ca
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5695-15
BEING A BY-LAW to amend
Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,
as amended (Chafam Premiere/
Sterne Motors Lfd., File ZBA·
2014-06).
WHEREAS section 34 ol the Planning Act, RS.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended,
provides !hal !he councils of local municipalities may pass zoning by-laws;
AND WHEREAS !he Council ol The Corporation ollha Town of Aurora (!he "Town")
enactEid By-law Number 2213-78, including amendments !hereto (!he "Zoning By-
law");
AND WHEREAS !he Council of the Town enacted By-law Number 4224-00.0, being
a by-law to amend !he Zoning By-law w!!h respect to !he lands shown on Schedule
"A" to By-law Number 4224-00.D;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to
further amend !he Zooing By-law to add further provisions to the zoning categories
contained in By-law Number 4224-00.D;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1, THAT Soo!ion 23.A.11 Industrial Commercial (C!Hi) Exception Zone o1 !he
Zoning By-law be and is hereby amended to:
(a) add !he following permitted use in subsection 23.A.11. 1 a):
"-motor vehicle sales establishment"
(b) add lhe following lo the end of sUbeectioo 23A 11.1 a):
"Motor Vehicle Sal-Establishment:
means a premises where new andfor used motor vehicles are kept lor
display, lease, sale or sewice, and includes vehicle storage."
(c) delete !he wording contained in subsection 23.A.11.2.1, and replace
same with !he following:
'Lot Specifications
Lot Area (minimum)
Lot Frontage (minimum)
7,500.0 square metres
60.0 metres'
(d) delete !he wording contained in sublleclion 23A 11.2.4 and replace
same with !he following:
'Loading
Notwithstanding !he provisions of Section 19.2, a minimum of one (1)
loading space per office building or Motor Vehicle Sales Establishment
shall be required. All olher provisions of Section 19.2shall apply."
(e) add !he following subseclion 23A 11.2.6:
"23.A.11,2.6 Parking Requil'llments
The following prul<ing requirements will be required lor a
Motor Vehicle Sales Establishment:
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• a minimum of 4.5 parking spaces for each 100 square
metres of commercial floor area;
-a maximum of 5.0 vehicle display spaces for each 100
square metras of commercial floor area.•
f) add the following subsection 23A 11.2.7:
"23.A.11.2.7 Landscape Requirements
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 6.49J.b.1, the
width of the required landscaping strip abutting St. John's
Sideroad shall be a minimum of 4.5 metres. All other
provisions of Section 6.49.i.b.1 shall apply."
2. THAT this By-law shall come into full Ioree subject to compliance with the
provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended, and
subject to compliance with such provisions, this By-law will take effect from the
date of final passage heraof.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 31•• DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND RNAU. Y PASSED THIS 31"1 DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
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Explanatory Note
Re: Zoning By-law Number 5695-15
By-law Number 5695-15 has the following purpose and effect:
The zoning amendment will add a Motor Vehicle Sales Establishment use to the list
of permitted uses under the "Industrial Commercial (C5-6) Exception Zoneu, and by-
law exceptions to the minimum lot area and frontage, parking, loading, and
landscaping provisions.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Numbf1r 5696-15
BEING A BY·LA W to authorize
civil marriage solemnizations.
WHEREAS subsection 24(1) of the Marriage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.3, as amended (the
"Marriage Act"), slates !hal a judga, a justice of !he peace or any other person of a class
designated by the regulations may solemnize marriages under the authority of a Qceooe;
AND WHEREAS section 1.1 of Ontario Regulation R.R.O. 1990, Ragulalion 738, being
a regulation made under !he Marriage Act, stales lor the purposes of subsection 24( 1) of
the Marriage Act, the clerk of a local municipe!ily is autholized to solemnize mamages
under the authority of a licence;
AND WHEREAS on March 10, 2015, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of
Aurora (the "Town') adopted the recommendation of the General Committee arising
from its meeting of Maroh 3, 2015 and provided direclion to staff lhallha Town's
sal"llices be enhanced to include civil marliage solemnization sel"llicas and that the Town
Cl&rk b& autholiZ&d to provide cMI marliage solemnization sel"llic&S, as further detailed
in General Commillee Report No. LLS15-012;
AND WHEREAS subsection 228(4) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended (the "Municipal Act''), slates !hat the clerk may delegate in writing to any
person, other than a member of council, any of !he clerk's powers and dulles under this
and any other Act;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town deems it neoessary and expedient to hav&
cMI marriage solemnization services performed;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOllOWS:
1. THAT the Town Clerk lor the Town be and is hereby authorized to solemnize
marriages within the Province of Orriario, and may delegata such authority in
accordance with subsection 228(4) of the Municipal Act.
2. THAT this By-law shall come into lull force and &!fact on !he day olflnal passage
hereof.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 31"' DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FJNAI..L Y PASSED THIS 31., DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUVCKE, TOWN CLERK
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5697-15
BEING A BY-LAW to amend
By-law Number 5680-15, to
fiStablish a scheduis of fees
and chllrges tor municipal
sentie&s, activitifiS and the
use ot proparty within ths
Town of Aurora (F88S and
Charges By-law).
WHeREAS subsecllon 391 (1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, s.o. 2001. c. 25 as amended,
authorizes a municipality to impose fees and charges on persons (a) for services or
acllvilias provided or done by or on behalf of it; (b) for coats payable by it for services or
activities provided or done by or on bend of any other municipatily or any local board;
and (o) for the use of its properly including property under its control;
AND WHEREAS on January 20,2015, the Council of The Corporation of !ha Town of
Aurora (the "Townj enacted By-law Number 5680-15, to establish a schedule of fees
and charges lor municipal services, actMiies and the use of proparly within !ha Town of
Aurora;
AND WHEREAS on March 10, 2015, the Council ol the Town passed a resolution to
amend By-law Number 5680-15, the Fees and Charges By-law, to adopt a new
fee/charge for Civil Marriage Services, as out in Schedule ·c·-legal & leqls!atOO!
Sel'lliq!;ls Department therein;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend
the fees and charges for municipsl services, activities and the use of properly within the
Town of Aurora;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS;
1. THAT Schedule C-Leaal & Leqlslalille Sel'llices Department to By-law Number
5680· 15 be and is hereby delatsd and mplaced with Schedule C -,.,m~..,..
Legislative Services Department, attached hereto.
3. THAT this By-law shall come into lull force and effect on the date ol final
passage hereof.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 31"' DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FIIIIALL Y PASSED THIS 31"' DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR
STEPHEN I\II.A. HUYCK!!, TOWN CLERK
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BY-LAW NUMBER 5697-15
SCHEDULEC
Legal & Legislative Services Department
per document
Page 1 ma
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BY-LAW NUMBER 5697-15
SCHEDULEC
Legal & Leqjslative Services Department
Commlt!ee (ogon<la only} Mnud\1 $
MOudy j$
annually par $ Comrruttee/Board
annually $
annually $
annually $
$
additional charge to $ subscriptiofl f ..
f ..
Tape·
par CD/0\ID/Iape
per service
42.00
4,2,00
42,00
357,00
91.00
84.00
84.00
84,00
42,00
84,00
42,00
278,00
00,00
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BY-LAW NUMBER 5891-15
SCHEDULEC
legal & Legislative Services Department
Town Soiiclior. In addition,
based on the oompiexity and :nature Agreement, document or
as determined by the Town So~. to be fair and reasonable.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-Jaw Number 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
interaections In the Town of
Aurora.
WHEREAS section 137 of the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.B, as amended,
provides that the council of a municipality may by by-law provide for the erection of stop
signs at intersections on highways under its jurisdiction;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the "Town")
enacted By-law Number 4574-o4.T, as amended, being the Parking and Traffic Control
By-law, on September 28, 2004;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town deems H necessary and expedient to emend
By-law Number 4574-Q4.T, as emended;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT Schedule IX to By-law Number 4574-04.T, as amended, respecting Stop
Controllad Intersections, be and is hereby amended by inserting the following:
COLUMN 1· COLUIIIIN2·
INTERSECTION DIRECTION/STOP STREET
Cousins Drive ami Wells Street All
2. 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 31st DAY OF MARCH, 2016.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 31"' DAY OF MARCH, 2016.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUYC:KE, TOWN CLERK
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 571J0..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.
WHEREAS !he Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp. (the "Company") has
requested that certain employees of the Company be appointed by The Corporation
of the Town of Aurora (the "Town") as Municipal law Enforcement Olficers for the
purpose of enlorclng municipal parldng by-laws on private property as enacted under
section 100 of the MuniCipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended;
AND WHEREAS section 100 of !he MuniCipal Acl, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended, provides the! a local municipality may, in respacl of land not owned or
occupied by the municipality that is used as a perldng lot, regulate or prohibit the
parking or leaving of motor vehicles on thailand without the oonsent of the owner of
the land or regulate or prohibit traffic on that land if a sign is erected at eaclh entrance
to the land clearly indicating the regulation or prohibition;
AND WHEREAS By..Jaw Number 4574·04.T, as amended, (the "By-laW") has been
enacted by !he Town under section 100 ofthe Municipal Ac~ 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25,
as amended, to provide for the regulation and enforcement of perldng on private
lands;
AND WHEREAS section 15 of the POlice Services Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 15, as
amended, provides that a municipal council may appoint persons to enforce the by-
laws of a municipality, and !hat Municipal law Enforcement Officers are peace
officers tor the purposes of enforcing municipal by-laws;
AND WHEREAS all Municipal law Enforcement Officers are Provincial Olfances
Officers under the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33, as amended;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town, in its September 13, 2011 Council
Meeting, authorized the Town to enter into agreements with third parties with respect
to enloroemenf of !he By-law on private properties;
AND WHEREAS the Company entered into an agreement with the Town on March
15, 2012, with respect to !he enforcement of parking on private property (the
·Agreement");
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town, in its April 10, 2012 Council Meeting,
enacted By-law Number 5416·12 to appoint employees of the Company as Municipal
By-law Enforcement Officers;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town deems it necessary to amend By·law
Number 5416·12 lo appoint certain employees of !he Company as Municipal law
Enforcement OlfJCers;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT Schedule "A" to By-law Number54Hl-12 be and is hereby delated and
replaced with Schedule "A" attaclhed hereto.
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2. 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 31"' DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 31"'DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
DAWE,MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
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By-law Number 5700·15
Schedule "A"
Municipal law Enforcement Officers
Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp.
1. Nathan Todd Goob!e
2. Jordan Fischer
3. Mario Aecinos
4. Robert Hughes
Richard David Chapman
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5701-15
BEING A BY-LAW to
amend Zoning By-law
Number 2213-78, as
amem:lsd {30 Eric T. Smith
Way).
WHEREAS section 34 of the Planning Act. R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended,
provides that the councils of local municipalities may pass zoning by-laws;
AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the "Town")
enacted By-law Numbar 2213-78, including amendments therato (the "Zoning By-
law");
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town enacted By-law Number 5436·12, being
by-law to amend the Zoning By-law with respact to certain Ianda shown on Schedule
"A" of By-law Number 5436·12;
AND WHEREAS the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to
further amend the Zoning By-law respecting a portion of the said lands shown in By-
law Number 5436-12;
NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. THAT the Zoning By-law be and is hereby amended to replace the "Business
Park (BP-41) Exceplion Zone" zoning category applying to the lands shown in
hatching on Schedule "A" altachad hereto and forming part of this By-law with
"Business Park (BP-14) Exception Zone".
2. THAT the Zoning By-law be and is hereby amended to add the following:
"27.0.18 BUSINESS PARK (BP-14) EXCEPTION ZONE
21.0.18.1 U!!e!! Permjt!ed
In accordance with Sections 27.0.2 and 27.0.3.
27.1>.18.2 Zone Reaulramenls
27.0.18.2.1 Lot Specifications:
Lot Area (minimum} 0.35 hectare
lot Frontage (minimum) 40 matres
27.0.18.2.2 Siting Specifications:
In accordance with Section 27.0.4.2
27.0.18.2.3 Lalldscaping Requirements:
In accordance with Seclion 27.0.4.3
27.0.18.2.4 Building Specifications:
In accordance with Section 27 .0.4.3
27.0.18.2.5 Loading Space Requirements:
In accordance with Section 27.0.4.5
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27.0.18.2.6 Parking Requirements:
In accordance with Section 27.0.4.6."
THAT this By-law shall come into full force subject to compliance with the
provisions of the Planning Act, A.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended, and
subject to compliance with such provisions, this By-law will take effect from the
date of final passage hereof.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 31"' DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND RNAI.L Y PASSED THIS 31st. DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE,
STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
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Explanatory Note
Re: Zoning By-law Number 5701-15
By-law Number 5701·15 has the following purpose and effect:
To amend By-law Number 2213· 78, as amended, being the Zoning By-law In effect in
the Town of Aurora, to amend the subject lands !rom "Business Park (BP-4i)
Exception Zone• to "Business Park (BP-14) Exception Zone•.
The by-law amendment will permit a reduced lot frontage of 40 metres and a lot area
of 0.35 hectare.
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Schedule"A" To By-l..aw Number 5701-15
TOWN OF AURORA
THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK
LOCATION: PART OF LOT 1, PLAN 615M-4324, TOWN OF AURORA
0-13
LANDS REZONED FROM THE ''BUSINESS PARK (BP-4i)
EXCEPTION ZONE" TO "BUSINESS PARK (BP-14)
EXCEPTION ZONE".
(H)BP-7
BP-41 SP~itclflc "Y"'·""'' 4810-llli.D
BP-6
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5702·15
BEING A BY-LAW to
pem'ISnently close a pot1Joo
ot a highway and to
establish lands as
highways (Old Bloomington
Road).
WHEREAS the Town entered into a Vacant Land Condominium Agreement with Stirling
Ccok Aurora inc. dated December 9, 2008 with respect to a residential oondominium
development subsequently registered as YRVLCP No. 1159 {hereinafter the
·oevelopment Agreemenf'), which included the oonversion of an existing residential
dwelling fronting onto Old Bloomington Road to a Condominium Unit (hereinafter the
·condo Unit") and the reconfiguration of road access to the Condo Unit to aooommodate
the proposed reconstruction and widening ol Bloomington Road east of Yonge Street;
AND WHEREAS the Town, in aooordance with the terms and conditions of !he
Development Agreement, acquired certain lands forluming circle purposes adjoining the
newiy created access from Old Bloomington Road to Bloomington Road (hereinafter the
"Turning Circle"), and agreed to close !he remaining northern portion of Old Bloomington
Road west of the Turning Circle after the reconstruction of Bloomington Road was
completed in exchange for an exciusive easement over a portion thereto being granted
to the adjoining Condo Unit for access and maintenance purposes;
AND WHEREAS upon !he completion of the reconstruction of Bloomington Road east of
Yonge Street, The Regional Municipality of Yolk enacted By-law 2014-35 to beoome the
owner having jurisdiction 0\/Sr a portion of Old Bloomington Road {north and south
sides) lylng west of the Turning Circie;
AND WHEREAS !he Town deems it necessary and expedientto establish the Turning
Circle as forming part ol Old Bloomington Road and to permanently close thee remaining
northerly portion of Old Bloomington Road under the Town's jurisdiction lying west of the
Turning Circle;
AND WHEREAS subsection 31(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.D. 2001, c. 25, as
amended, requires a municipality to enaci a by-law in order to establish land as a
highway unless: a) it is a highway transferred to a municipality under the Public
Transportation and Highway Improvement Act; b) it is a road allowance made by a
Crown surveyor located in a municipality; or c) il is a road allowance, highway, street, or
lane shown on a registered plan of subdivision;
WHEREAS subsection 34(1) of the Municipal Acf, 2001, S.D. 2001 , c. 25, as amended,
requires a m.unioipelity to enacf a by-law in order to permanently close a highway;
NOW THEREFORE 1HE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF
AURORA ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the lands described as Part of lot 20, Plan 166, designated as Part40, Plan
65R-31627, Town of Aurora, Regional Municipality of York be and are hereby
established as a highway by the Town forming pert of Old Bloomington Road.
2. That a portion of Old Bloomington Road described as Pari of Road Allowance
between Lots 70 and 71, Con. 1, designated as Parts 34 and 35, Plan 65R-
31627, Town of Aurora, Regional Municipality of York, be and are hereby
permanently closed.
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3. THAT the provisions of this By-law shall come into full force and effect upon final
passage hereof and upon registration of this By-law in the appropriate Land
Registry office on title to the lands and highways set out herein.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 31st DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 31st DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M.A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF AURORA
By-law Number 5703-15
BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting From Council Meeting on March 31,2015
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 March 31, 2015
in respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by
the Council at the said meeting is, except where prior approval of the
Ontario Municipal Board is required, hereby adopted ratified and confirmed.
2. THAT the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to
obtain approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be
necessary in that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
affix the corporate seal to all such documents.
READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 31sr DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 31sT DAY OF MARCH, 2015.
GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR
STEPHEN M. A. HUYCKE, TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF AURORA
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
FOR COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Delegation (a) Lisa Surgenor, resident of Aurora
Re: Item 1(4) – Report No. PL15-019
Site Plan Application, Skygrove Developments Inc.
233 Earl Stewart, File: SP-2014-09
Item 7 – Memorandum from Director of Corporate & Financial Services/Treasurer
Re: Cancellation of Special Council Meeting – April 7, 2015
RECOMMENDED:
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.
DELEGATION REQUEST
Legal and Legislative Servic:es
905w721~3123
CSecretariat@aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way, Box 1000
Aurora, ON L4G 6J1
This Delegation Request form and any written· submissions or background information for
consideration by either Council or Committees of Council must be submitted to the Clerk's office by
the following deadline:
4:30P.M. ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE: Tuesday March 31-2015
SUBJECT· 233 Earl Stewart Dr Development Site: Site of a new proposed McDonald's Restaurant
• with 2 Jane Drive Through
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON: Lisa Surgenor
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S) BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
Jason & Lisa Surgenor. Residents
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF DELEGATION:
Delegation to express serious concerns for the proposed McDonalds with 2 lane Drive Through. This
site will result in an increase in traffic, litter, birds (ie Seagulls), noise from the Drive Through
speakers and truck deliveries, excessive vehicle idling, along with annoying smell of grease
emanating from the proposed McDonalds. All of the above will drop the property values of the
surrounding homes and seriously degrade the enjoyment of our property and surrounding properties
around this proposed site.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member
regarding your matter of interest?
IF YES, WITH WHOM? Councillor Wendy Gaertner
YES 181 NO D
DATE; March 29-2015
181 I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations.
.I
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 31, 2015
TO: Mayor and Members of Council
FROM: Dan Elliott, Director, Corporate & Financial Services - Treasurer
RE: Cancellation of Special Council Meeting – April 7, 2015
RECOMMENDATIONS
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.
BACKGROUND
At its meeting of March 30, 2015, General Committee determined there was a need for
additional budget deliberation meetings, to be held at the call of the Chair. Accordingly, the
April 7, 2015, 4:00 p.m. Special Council meeting should be cancelled.
The Mayor has the authority under the Procedural By-law to call a Special Council meeting.
No such authority in respect to a General Committee meeting is contemplated in the
Procedural By-law. Accordingly, staff recommend that the Mayor be delegated the authority
to call additional General Committee meetings for the purpose of 2015 Operating Budget
deliberations as required.
Town of Aurora
Corporate & Financial Services