AGENDA - Council - 20160524COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY,MAY 24,2016
7 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
May 20,2016
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday,May 24,2016
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 May 10,2016 pg.1
Special Council Meeting Minutes of May 16,2016 pg. 17
Special Council Meeting Minutes of May 17,2016 pg. 20
General Committee Closed Session Meeting Minutes of April 19, 2016 Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 16, 2016Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2016(Closed Session meeting minutes provided separately as confidential attachments)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the minutes of the Council meeting of May 10, 2016, the Special Council
meetings of May 16 and May 17, 2016, the General Committee Closed Session
meeting of April 19, 2016, and the Special Council Closed Session meetings of May
16 and May 17, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated.
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4.PRESENTATIONS
(a)Teri Hastings,Aurora Music Festival pg.24
Re:Aurora Music Festival
(b)Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month pg.25
(i)Adrian Wong,Recreation Supervisor,Fitness
Re:Parks and Recreation Services -June is Recreation and
Parks Month
(ii)Daniel Ridsdale,Youth Programmer,and Karie Papillion,
Youth &Community Development
Re:Aurora's Youth Friendly Community Designation
(iii)Shelley Ware,Supervisor,Special Events
Re:FEO Top 100 Festivals in Ontario Presentation
5.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
6.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
7.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
8.DELEGATIONS
9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
10.NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
(i)Notices of Motion
(a)Councillor Abel pg.41
Re:Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)Board of
Directors
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(ii)Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a)Councillor Humfryes pg.42
Re:Traffic Advisory Committee/Board
11.REGIONAL REPORT
12.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
13.READING OF BY-LAWS
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following by-laws be given first,second,and third readings and enacted:
5850-16 BEING A BY-LAW to prohibit and/or regulate the Injury or
Destruction of Trees on Private Property in the Town of
Aurora.
(Report No.PRS16-007 –GC Item 11 –Feb.2/16)
pg.43
5860-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number
2213-78,as amended (Small Steps Programs Inc.).
(Report No.PDS16-029 –PP Item 3 –Apr.20/16)
pg.55
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5865-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from Council Meeting on May 24,2016.
pg.59
14.CLOSED SESSION
15.ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEMS
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 17,2016 pg.28
(Items 3,4,5,6,7,9,13,14,and 15 were deferred from the General Committee meeting of
May 17,2016.)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the General Committee meeting report of May 17,2016,be received and the
recommendations carried by the Committee be approved.
2.Memorandum from Director of Infrastructure &Environmental Services pg.37
Re:Additional Information regarding Item 1(8)–Report No.IES16-051 –
Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum regarding Additional Information regarding Item 1(8)–Report
No.IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results be received for
information.
3.Memorandum from Mayor Dawe pg.38
Re:Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights –
April 29,2016 –Meeting of the Board
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Highlights –April 29 ,2016 –Meeting of the Board be received for information.
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,May 10,2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Doug Nadorozny,Chief Administrative Officer,Techa van
Leeuwen,Director of Building and By-law Services,Dan Elliott,
Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer,Ilmar
Simanovskis,Director of Infrastructure and Environmental
Services,Al Downey,Director of Parks and Recreation Services,
Marco Ramunno,Director of Planning and Development
Services,Slav Szlapczynski,Associate Solicitor,Lisa Lyons,
Town Clerk (Acting),Linda Bottos,Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.following Open Forum.
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
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3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes of April 25,2016
Special Council Meeting Minutes of April 26,2016
Council Meeting Minutes of April 26,2016
Special Council Meeting Minutes of May 2,2016
Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of April 26,2016
Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of April 26,2016
Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of May 2,2016
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the minutes of the Special Council –Public Planning meeting of April 25,
2016,the Special Council meetings of April 26 and May 2,2016,the Council
meeting of April 26,2016,the Special Council Closed Session meetings of April 26
and May 2,2016,and the Council Closed Session meeting of April 26,2016,be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
4.PRESENTATIONS
(a)Louise Dyer,Coordinator,Facility Advertising
Re:Town of Aurora Facility Sponsorship
Ms.Dyer noted that Aurora’s Town Council approved a policy in 2013 that
enabled Parks and Recreation Services to solicit sponsorships from the business
community that would assist the Town in improving and promoting youth
programming.She acknowledged and expressed appreciation for the corporate
sponsorships of Pfaff Automotive at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex
and McAlpine Ford Lincoln Sales at the Aurora Community Centre.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the presentation by Louise Dyer regarding Town of Aurora Facility
Sponsorship be received for information.
CARRIED
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5.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Pirri spoke to a grant application that the Town has made with respect to the
Community Memories program of the Virtual Museum of Canada.
Councillor Kim announced that the Aurora Cultural Centre will be hosting a youth
“Aurora Unplugged Coffeehouse”on Friday,May 13,2016,at 7 p.m.,which will feature
performances and entertainment by local performers aged 14-22.
Councillor Kim announced that the Aurora Cultural Centre will be hosting an Annual
Spring Artisan PopUp Market on Saturday,May 14,2016,from 10 a.m.to 4 p.m.,
which will be selling unique,handcrafted and locally-produced gift items.
Councillor Kim announced that the Aurora Public Library will be hosting “How-To in 10
Minutes”on Saturday,May 14,2016,from 1 p.m.to 3 p.m.in the Magna and Lebovic
Rooms,which will include teachings in a variety of skills such as juggling,public
speaking,and photography.
Councillor Thom extended a reminder about donating to the Alberta Fires appeal
through the Canadian Red Cross on their website at www.redcross.ca,or by texting
“Red Cross”to 30333 for a $5 donation,or texting “Fires”to 45678 for a $10 donation.
He noted that all donations would be matched by the Government of Canada.
Councillor Thom extended congratulations to the Queen’s York Rangers Army Cadets
Air Rifle Team on their performance at a recent national air rifle competition.He noted
that the team did well in a number of categories,including receiving the King George V
trophy for “Top Army Cadet Team.”Councillor Thom also congratulated Aurora
resident Ethan Hoyes,Warrant Officer,who received both a Bronze medal and a Gold
medal in the shooting competition.
Councillor Humfryes extended congratulations and appreciation to local business MR
Menswear,which recently hosted a fashion show fundraiser.She noted that
approximately $10,000 was raised for both Multiple Sclerosis and the Southlake
Cancer Care program.
Councillor Humfryes extended congratulations to the Aurora Farmers’Market and
Artisan Fair for its outdoor Market opening on May 7,2016,with a new layout,which
will continue each Saturday,from 8 a.m.to 1 p.m.,until October.
Councillor Humfryes extended congratulations to the Big Bike team,under the
leadership of team captain Brian North,for their efforts in raising approximately $5,000
on May 7,2016,for the Heart &Stroke Foundation.
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Councillor Abel advised that the Classy Cyborgs,a team of Aurora high school
students working in collaboration with York University,is competing in the CST Inspired
Minds Learning Project where they are developing learning technologies for visually
impaired children.He noted that the team is aspiring to win $100,000 to further their
initiative and he encouraged Council and residents to vote online at
learningproject.cst.org.
Councillor Gaertner extended congratulations to Ethan Hoyes,son of James Hoyes,on
his accomplishments at a recent national air rifle competition.
Councillor Gaertner noted that the Fort McMurray SPCA is also seeking donations.
Councillor Gaertner extended appreciation to the Aurora Community Arboretum for
their efforts and the beauty they provide to the Town.
Councillor Mrakas extended a reminder about the “Municipal Summit on OMB Reform
–Process and Power”,which will be held in Markham on Saturday,May 14,2016.He
noted that the City of Toronto recently endorsed a motion in support of the Town of
Aurora’s motion respecting OMB reform.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Town will be hosting its first “Paws in the Park”event
on Saturday,May 14,2016,from 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.at Sheppard’s Bush.
Mayor Dawe advised that the Town is still accepting applications for the John West
Memorial Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Award.
Mayor Dawe advised that the Town is accepting applications for participation in Doors
Open Aurora,which will be held on Saturday,August 20,2016.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Town will be hosting a Summer Camp Open House
on Saturday,May 14,2016,from 10 a.m.to 12 p.m.at the Stronach Aurora Recreation
Complex.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Town will be hosting an Open House regarding the
Mavrinac Park Design on Tuesday,May 31,2016,from 5 p.m.to 7 p.m.at Town Hall.
Mayor Dawe advised that the Town is now accepting applications for floats and other
participation in the Town’s Canada Day Parade on Friday,July 1,2016.
Mayor Dawe noted that the Run or Walk for Southlake,which was held on May 1,
2016,was a very successful event.
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6.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (sub-items 7,10,11,12,17,and 21)and 2 were identified as items for
discussion.
7.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 7,10,11,12,17,and 21)and 3 were identified
as items not requiring separate discussion.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
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 May 3,2016
THAT the General Committee meeting report of May 3,2016,be received and
the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved:
(1)BBS16-005 –Request for Sign Variance to Sign By-law No.5840-16,
15338 Leslie Street,Salvation Army Northridge
Community Church
THAT Report No.BBS16-005 be received;and
THAT a variance to Sign By-law No.5840-16 to allow a ground sign with
a sign area of 5.42m 2,whereas the Sign By-law restricts sign area to a
maximum of 2.2m2 in rural zones,be approved.
(2)BBS16-006 –Building Division Workload
THAT Report No.BBS16-006 be received;and
THAT a two-year,full-time contract position for a Building Permit
Technician to assist with high volumes of permit applications an d
inspections,be approved;and
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THAT Administrative Procedure No.13 for Excess Hours and Overtime
be waived for an additional one-year period to allow Building staff to be
paid at straight time for any excess hours worked up to 44 hours in a
week.
(3)CAO16-004 –Magna Golf Club –Fireworks Display
THAT Report No.CAO16-004 be received;and
THAT the setting off of Display Fireworks to celebrate the 15th
Anniversary of the Magna Golf Club on June 23,2016,commencing at
10:00 p.m.,be approved.
(4)CFS16-011 –Confirmation of Financing –L.E.D.Lighting Project
Debenture Debt
THAT Report No.CFS16-011 be received for information.
(5)CFS16-014 –Capital Projects Status and Closures as of December
31,2015
THAT Report No.CFS16-014 be received;and
THAT the capital project closures and capital funding adjustments
outlined in Attachments #1 and #2 be approved.
(6)IES16-042 –Award of Tender IES2016-08 –For the Supply of All
Labour,Material,and Equipment Necessary for the
Removal and Replacement of Concrete Sidewalk and
Concrete Curb and Gutter in Various Locations in the
Town of Aurora
THAT Report No.IES16-042 be received;and
THAT Tender IES2016-08 for the supply of all labour,material,and
equipment necessary for removal and replacement of concrete sidewalk
and concrete curb and gutter in various locations in the Town of Aurora
be awarded to Pave Krete Construction at an annu al upset limit of
$165,000,plus taxes for a one-year period ending December 31,2016;
and
THAT the Director be authorized to renew Tender IES2016-08 on an
annual basis and increase the purchase order for an additional two (2)
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years,pending an annual analysis and satisfactory performance review
by the Director;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same.
(8)IES16-044 –2015 Annual Safety Traffic Report
THAT Report No.IES16-044 be received for information.
(9)IES16-045 –York Region Transportation Master Plan
THAT Report No.IES16-045 be received;and
THAT Report No.IES16-045 be forwarded to the Regional Clerk as the
Town’s formal response to the Regional Municipality of York’s
Transportation Master Plan Draft Policy Principles and Actions.
(13)PDS16-032 –Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control,
Brookfield Homes (Ontario)Aurora Ltd.,Blocks 17,
18,20,21 and 22,Plan 65M-4467 being 65R-36274 and
65R-36295,File No.:PLC-2016-03
THAT Report No.PDS16-032 be received;and
THAT the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by
Brookfield Homes (Ontario)Aurora Ltd.to divide Blocks 17,18,20,21
and 22,on Plan 65M-4467 into 29 separate lots for townhouse units be
approved;and
THAT the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law be introduced and enacted
at a future Council meeting.
(14)PRS16-019 –Award of Tender PRS2016-53 for the Provision of
Landscape Grounds Maintenance Services on
Municipal Property
THAT Report No.PRS16-019 be received;and
THAT Part 1,Items “A”&“B”of Tender PRS2016 -53 for boulevard turf
and shrub bed maintenance at various locations in the Town of Aurora,
for one year ending December 31,2016,in the amount of $30,493.66
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(with the option to renew for an additional two,one -year periods),be
awarded to Forest Ridge Landscape Limited;and
THAT Part 2,Item “A”of Tender PRS2016 -53 for Stormwater Pond
Vegetation Maintenance at various locations in the Town of Aurora,for
one year ending December 31,2016,in the amount of $9,465.70 (with
the option to renew for an additional two,one-year periods),be awarded
to Fore North Inc.;and
THAT the Director be authorized to re new Tender PRS2013-14 for an
additional two,one-year periods,pending an annual contract service
performance review by the Director;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.
(15)PRS16-020 –Maintenance Service at Stewart Burnett Park Baseball
Diamond
THAT Report No.PRS16-020 be received;and
THAT Parks Division staff provide all future facility maintenance needs at
the Stewart Burnett Park Baseball facility in accordance with the current
Parks Service Level Standards.
(16)Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 7,
2016
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April
7,2016,be received for information.
(18)Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 19,2016
THAT the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 19,
2016,be received for information.
(19)Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April
21,2016
THAT the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
April 21,2016,be received;and
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THAT the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee recommend to
Council:
THAT a status report regarding water seepage issues at the
Skateboard Park be provided to Council and to the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Committee for information.
(20)LLS16-015 –Insurance and Risk Management Program Renewal
(2017)
THAT Report No.LLS16-015 be received for information.
3.CFS16-019 –Amendment to Cheque Signing By-law
THAT Report No.CFS16-019 be received;and
THAT the Director of Corporate and Strategic Services be added to the
existing approved list of non-Finance Division persons authorized to sign
cheques and approve electronic payments for the Town;and
THAT a replacement by-law reflecting the additional person and the minor
housekeeping amendments outlined in this report be brought forward for
adoption.
CARRIED
8.DELEGATIONS
(a)Arthur Diamond,AECOM Canada Architects Ltd.
Re:Item 1(21)–PRS16-028 –Town of Aurora Repurposing Study
Council consented,on a two-thirds vote,to waive the requirements of section 3.8(c)of the
Procedural By-law to permit the delegate additional time as required.
Mr.Diamond presented an overview of the Repurposing Study for the
determination and disposition of five Town facilities—Petch House,Armoury,
Victoria Hall,former Seniors’Centre,and former Town Library—including issues,
considerations,approach,stakeholder input,estimated costs,and next steps.
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Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the delegation by Arthur Diamond regarding Item 1(21)–PRS16-028 –
Town of Aurora Repurposing Study be received and referred to Item 1(21).
CARRIED
9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 3,2016
(7)IES16-043 –2015 Water Audit Report
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.IES16-043 be received for information.
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 3,2016
(10)LLS16-013 –Pending List
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.LLS16-013 be received;and
THAT all items marked “COMPLETED”be removed from the Pending List.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
THAT Reference No.CAO1 not be marked “COMPLETED”and not
be removed from the Pending List.
CARRIED
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Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.LLS16-013 be received;and
THAT Reference No.CAO1 not be marked “COMPLETED”and not be
removed from the Pending List;and
THAT all other items marked “COMPLETED”be removed from the Pending
List.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 3,2016
(11)PDS16-022 –Naming of Walkways to Generate Revenue for Community
Programs
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT Report No.PDS16-022 be received;and
THAT the establishment of a program for naming Town-owned walkways to
generate revenue for community programs not proceed at this time.
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 3,2016
(12)PDS16-025 –Zoning By-law Amendment,Rod Coutts and Brian Coutts,
14314 and 14338 Yonge Street,File:ZBA-2015-07
On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Abel,Council consented to
consider Item 1(12)prior to consideration of Item 1(7).
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT Report No.PDS16-025 be received;and
THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No.ZBA-2015-07 (Rod
Coutts and Brian Coutts),to add a Retirement Home and Long Term Care
Facility as permitted uses on the subject lands be approved;and
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THAT that the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be presented at a
future Council meeting.
On a recorded vote the motion
CARRIED
YEAS:8 NAYS:1
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,
Pirri,Thom,Thompson,and Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillor Gaertner
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 3,2016
(17)Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 13,2016
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 13,
2016,be received for information.
CARRIED
1.General Committee Meeting Report of May 3,2016
(21)PRS16-028 –Town of Aurora Repurposing Study
On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Abel,Council consented to
consider Item 1(21)following consideration of Item 1(12).
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT Report No.PRS16-028 be received;and
THAT it is notionally agreed that a large investment will be required from the
Town of Aurora to move this project forward.
On a recorded vote the motion
CARRIED
YEAS:9 NAYS:0
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Gaertner,Humfryes,
Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,Thompson,and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:None
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2.BBS16-008 –Short Term Licenses for Refreshment Vehicles
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.BBS16-008 be received;and
THAT amendments to Schedule “A”of Licensing By-law No.5630-14 be
enacted to include a Short Term License Fee for Refreshment Vehicles in the
amount of Fifty (50)dollars.
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 Thom
Re:Victoria Day Congratulations to Her Majesty Elizabeth II,Queen of
Canada
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS Victoria Day is the official celebration of the birthday of the
Queen of Canada;and
WHEREAS Victoria Day falls upon the last Monday preceding the 25 th of
May,this year falling on May 23;and
WHEREAS Victoria Day has been officially celebrated by Canadians
since 1845;and
WHEREAS Canadians from coast to coast will be celebrating with
fireworks and festivities to mark the occasion;and
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WHEREAS this year Canadians will be celebrating the 90 th birthday of
Her Majesty Elizabeth II,and Her Majesty’s 64 glorious years as Queen
of Canada;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Council of
the Town of Aurora,on behalf of all Aurorans,extends our most heartfelt
congratulations to Her Majesty Elizabeth II,Queen of Canada,on the
occasion of Her 90th birthday,and may we also extend our gratitude to
Her Majesty for over 64 years of service to Canada as our Queen,and
our hope for many more years to come;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT this motion be sent to Her Majesty
Elizabeth II,Queen of Canada,to His Excellency,the Right Honourable
David Johnston,Governor General of Canada,and the Honourable
Elizabeth Dowdeswell,Lieutenant Governor of Ontario.
CARRIED
11.REGIONAL REPORT
None
12.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Humfryes proposed that the Town of Aurora make a donation to the Alberta
Fires Appeal to assist the residents of Fort McMurray,Alberta.
New Business Motion No.1
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the Town of Aurora donate $1,000 to the Canadian Red Cross for the Alberta
Fires relief fund,to be funded from the Council Operating Contingency account.
CARRIED
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the funds raised through facility sponsorship for
youth initiatives.Staff advised that the funds are placed in a reserve from which Parks
and Recreation Services draws to offset the costs for youth programs.Staff agreed to
provide a report to Council regarding the reserve draws and associated youth
programming.
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13.READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following by-laws be given first,second,and third readings and enacted:
5848-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,as
amended (The Priestly Holding Corporation,File ZBA-2015-03).
5849-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,as
amended (Coutts).
5854-16 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Blocks 17,18,20,21 and 22 on Plan
65M-4467 from Part-Lot Control (Brookfield Homes (Ontario)Aurora
Limited).
5857-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend By-law Number 5630-14,as amended,
to regulate licensing of business establishments.
5858-16 BEING A BY-LAW to provide for persons authorized to sign cheques
and other banking related authorities on behalf of the Town.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5859-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Council
Meeting on May 10,2016.
CARRIED
14.CLOSED SESSION
None
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15.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:06 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10,2016,ARE SUBJECT TO FINAL
APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MAY 24,2016.
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Monday,May 16,2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Doug Nadorozny,Chief Administrative Officer,and Lisa
Lyons,Town Clerk (Acting)
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Council consented to recess at 7:02 p.m.to resolve into a Closed Session meeting and
reconvened into open session at 8:56 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 Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
3.DELEGATIONS
None
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4.CONSIDERATION OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS GIVEN
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matter:
1.Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative
tribunals,affecting the Town or a Local Board;(section 239(2)(e)of the
Municipal Act,2001);Re:Highland Gate Developments Inc.–Ontario
Municipal Board Appeal
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT the Special Council meeting be reconvened into open session to rise and
report from Closed Session.
CARRIED
1.Litigation or potential litigation including matters before administrative
tribunals,affecting the Town or a Local Board;(section 239(2)(e)of the
Municipal Act,2001);Re:Highland Gate Deve lopments Inc.–Ontario
Municipal Board Appeal
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the confidential recommendation to staff in respect to Highland Gate
Developments Inc.–Ontario Municipal Board Appeal be confirmed.
On a recorded vote the main motion
CARRIED
YEAS:9 NAYS:0
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Gaertner,Humfryes,
Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson,
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:None
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5.BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings
and enacted:
5861-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a
Special Council Meeting on May 16,2016.
CARRIED
6.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:58 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 16,2016,RECEIVED
FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MAY 24,2016.
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Leksand Room
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,May 17,2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes (arrived 6:26 p.m.),Kim (arrived 6:06 p.m.),
Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Doug Nadorozny,Chief Administrative Officer,Lisa Lyons,
Town Clerk (Acting),Slawomir Szlapczynski,Associate
Solicitor,Samantha Yew,Council/Committee Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
Council consented to recess at 6:03 p.m.to resolve into a Closed Session meeting.
The Special Council Closed Session meeting recessed from 6:55 p.m.to 10:35 p.m.for
the General Committee meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Council reconvened into open session at 11:09 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.
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2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
3.DELEGATIONS
None
4.CONSIDERATION OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS GIVEN
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matter:
1.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local
Board (section 239(2)(c)of the Municipal Act,2001);Re:Closed Session
Report No.CFS16-016 –12 Industrial Parkway South
2.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local
Board (section 239(2)(c)of the Municipal Act,2001);Re:Closed Session
Report No.PDS16-042 –Eric T.Smith Way
3.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local
Board (section 239(2)(c)of the Municipal Act,2001);Re:Additional Information
to Item 2 –Closed Session Report No.PDS16-042 –Eric T.Smith Way
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the Special Council meeting be reconvened into open session to rise and
report from Closed Session.
CARRIED
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1.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town
or Local Board (section 239(2)(c)of the Municipal Act,2001);Re:
Closed Session Report No.CFS16-016 –12 Industrial Parkway South
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the confidential direction provided to staff in closed session regarding
Closed Session Report No.CFS16-016 –12 Industrial Parkway South be
confirmed.
CARRIED
2.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town
or Local Board (section 239(2)(c)of the Municipal Act,2001);Re:
Closed Session Report No.PDS16-042 –Eric T.Smith Way;and
3.A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town
or Local Board (section 239(2)(c)of the Municipal Act,2001);Re:
Additional Information to Item 2 –Closed Session Report No.PDS16-
042 –Eric T.Smith Way
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the confidential direction provided to staff in closed session regarding
Closed Session Report No.PDS16-042 –Eric T.Smith Way be confirmed.
CARRIED
5.BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings
and enacted:
5863-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a
Special Council Meeting on May 17,2016.
CARRIED
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6.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 11:11 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 17,2016,IS
SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MAY 24,2016.
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PRESENTATION REQUEST
This Presentation form and any written submissions or background information for consideration by
deadline:
4:30 P.M.ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE:May 24,2016
SUBJECT:Aurora Music Festival
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:Teri Hastings
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
Aurora Music Festival
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
Inform Council and the public regarding an upcoming music festival in Aurora on June 25,
2016.
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?DATE:May 19,2016
Patty Thoma
I I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits ten (10)minutes for Presentations.
Legal and Legislative Services
905-727-3123
CSecretariat@aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
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Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
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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:
SUBJECT:
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
ave you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member regarding your matter of
interest?
Yes No IF YES,WITH WHOM?DATE
I I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits ten (10)minutes for Presentations.
Legal and Legislative Services
905-727-3123
councilsecretariatstaff@aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way,Box 1000
Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
Tuesday,May 24,2016
Parks and Recreation Services -June is Recreation and Parks Month
Adrian Wong
Parks and Recreation Services
The Town of Aurora is an ambassador of "June is Recreation and Parks Month",which is a movement organized by
Parks and Recreation Ontario to promote health and wellness through participation in physical activity that creates a
sense of belonging within our community.The Parks and Recreation Department would like to provide The Mayor and
Council Members with an overview of all the wonderful activities that we will be running for Aurora residents in the month
of June.
Friday,April 15,2016
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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:
SUBJECT:
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
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?DATE
I I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits ten (10)minutes for Presentations.
Legal and Legislative Services
905-727-3123
councilsecretariatstaff@aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
100 John West Way,Box 1000
Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
Tuesday May 24,2016
Aurora's Youth Friendly community designation
Daniel Ridsdale and Karie Papillion
Town of Aurora
To introduce the Town's Youth Friendly community designation to Council and the Community
Al Downey
April 11,2016
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PRESENTATION REQUEST
This Presentation form and any written submissions or background information for consideration by
deadline:
4:30 P.M.ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE:Tuesday,May 24,2016
SUBJECT:FEO Top 100 Festivals in Ontario Presentation
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:Shelley Ware
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:To present Council with the
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 Tuesday,April
26,2016
I I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits ten (10)minutes for Presentations.
Legal and Legislative Services
905-727-3123
CSecretariat@aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
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Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
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TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,May 17,2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Councillor Kim in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes (arrived 7:05 p.m.),Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,Thompson,
and Mayor Dawe
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Doug Nadorozny,Chief Administrative Officer,Techa van
Leeuwen,Director of Building and By-law Services,Dan Elliott,
Director of Corporate and Financial Services/Treasurer,Ilmar
Simanovskis,Director of Infrastructure and Environmental
Services,Al Downey,Director of Parks and Recreation
Services,Marco Ramunno,Director of Planning and
Development Services,Lisa Lyons,Town Clerk (Acting),
Slawomir Szlapczynski,Associate Solicitor,and Samantha
Yew,Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair 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
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative
Service,with the following changes:
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Delegation (b)Gilberto Pesegi,Resident
Re:Item 8 –IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
Delegation (c)Dr.Beverly Bouffard and Jean-Luc Bouffard,Residents
Re:Item 8 –IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
Delegation (d)Brian Wilson,Resident
Re:Item 8 –IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
Withdrawn:Item 20 –PDS16-037 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment,
Zoning By-law Amendment,Carpino Construction Inc.,15278 Yonge Street,
File Numbers:OPA-2015-04,ZBA-2015-10,Related File:SP-2015-08
Item 21 –Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of May 5,2016
Notice of Motion (a)Councillor Humfryes
Re:Traffic Advisory Committee/Board
3.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,13,14,15,16,and 17 were identified for
discussion.
4.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 10,18,19,and 21 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:
10.PRS16-022 –Amendment to 2016 Fees and Charges By-law
THAT Report No.PRS16-022 be received;and
THAT an amendment to Schedule “G”Section 19 of the 2016 Fees and
Charges By-law be approved;and
THAT the implementing by-law be presented at a future Council meeting.
18.PDS16-034 –Site Plan Application,Gineve Inc.,250 Don Hillock Drive,
File:SP-2016-03,Related File:SUB-2000-02A
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THAT Report No.PDS16-034 be received;and
THAT Site Plan Application File No.SP-2016-03 (Gineve Inc.)to permit the
development of the subject lands for a multi-unit,one (1)storey 8,815 square
metre industrial building be approved;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.
19.PDS16-036 –Delegated Development Agreements 2016 Summary
Report
THAT Report No.PDS16-036 be received for information.
21.Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of May 5,2016
(Added Item)
THAT the Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee meeting minutes of May 5,2016,
be received for information.
CARRIED
5.DELEGATIONS
(a)Don Iafrate,Onespace Unlimited Inc.
Re:Presentation of Aurora Operations Centre
General Committee consented on a two-thirds vote to waive the requirements of section
3.8(c)of the Procedural By-law to permit the delegation to speak for an additional five
minutes.
Mr.Iafrate gave a presentation outlining the construction process of the
Aurora Operations Centre,the status of various aspects of the build,and the
environmental,accessible,and architectural features of the property.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation.
(b)Gilberto Pesegi,Resident
Re:Item 8 –IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
(Added Item)
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Mr.Pesegi spoke in support of the installation of speed cushions,and
expressed concerns regarding speeding on Kennedy Street West.He noted
that he has a petition signed by residents of Kennedy Street West showing
support for speed cushions.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 8.
(c)Dr.Beverly Bouffard and Jean-Luc Bouffard,Residents
Re:Item 8 –IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
(Added Item)
Dr.Bouffard spoke in support of the installation of speed cushions,and
expressed concerns regarding the speed of vehicles travelling in the
Kennedy Street West area.She noted that she has been in contact with York
Regional Police regarding the situation.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 8.
(d)Brian Wilson,Resident
Re:Item 8 –IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
(Added Item)
Mr.Wilson expressed concerns regarding the speed of vehicles travelling on
Mavrinac Boulevard,and indicated a need for traffic calming measures in the
Mavrinac area.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 8.
6.PRESENTATIONS BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE CHAIR
None
7.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
General Committee consented to discuss the items requiring separate discussion in the
following order:Items 8,1,2,16,17,11,and 12.
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General Committee consented to defer the following items to the Council meeting of
May 24,2016:Items 3,4,5,6,7,9,13,14,and 15.
1.BBS16-007 –Town Park Parking Update
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.BBS16-007 be received;and
THAT staff bring forward to a future Council meeting for enactment,
amendments to Parking By-Law No.4574-04.T that includes a three (3)
hour daytime on-street parking restriction Monday to Friday,affecting
all streets within the boundary of Yonge Street to the west,Edward
Street to the east,Dunning Avenue to the south,and Centre Street to
the north;and
THAT staff investigate the ability to allow for temporary overflow GO parking
at the north entrance to Sheppard’s Bush off of Mary Street;and
THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to York Region Transit and
Metrolinx.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
2.IES16-046 –Yonge Street Parking Plan Pilot Project Follow-up
General Committee did not provide a recommendation.
3.CFS16-006 –Funding and Long-Term Financing Plan –Joint Operations
Centre
(Deferred)
4.IES16-047 –Award of Tender IES 2016-27 –For Aurora Community
Centre Parking Lot Reconstruction and Streambank
Improvements
(Deferred)
5.IES16-048 –Award of Tender IES2016-36 –Supply and Installation of a
New Motor Fuel Dispensing Facility for the Operations
Centre
(Deferred)
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6.IES16-049 –Facility Projects Status Report
(Deferred)
7.IES16-050 –Suspension of Winter Overnight Parking Restrictions
(Deferred)
8.IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES16-051 be received;and
THAT staff be directed to implement the speed cushion pilot project on
Kennedy Street West,and provide additional information regarding the
speed cushion pilot project survey for the Council meeting of May 24,
2016.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
9.IES16-052 –Aurora Youth Soccer Club Request for Club Building
(Deferred)
11.PRS16-024 –Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan Update
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PRS16-024 be received;and
THAT the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)treatment program continue as outlined
in this report;and
THAT an expenditure,not to exceed $140,000.00,to engage Tru Green Ltd.
to conduct the treatment of the Ash tree inventory in 2016 be approved.
CARRIED
12.PRS16-025 –Award of Tender PRS2016-22 for the Construction
of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Park Accessible
Playground
General Committee recommends:
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THAT Report No.PRS16-025 be received;and
THAT Tender PRS2016-22 for the Construction of Capital Project No.73252,
the Queens Diamond Jubilee Park Accessible Playground and Park
improvements in the amount of $359,743.14,be awarded to Forest Ridge
Landscaping Inc.;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
13.PRS16-026 –Multi-Purpose Synthetic Turf Sports Field at Stewart
Burnett Park
(Deferred)
14.PRS16-027 –Aurora Youth Soccer Club:Request for Exemption from
Municipal Alcohol Policy
(Deferred)
15.PDS16-030 –Changes to the Planning Act,1997 as set out in Bill 73,the
Smart Growth for our Communities Act,2015
(Deferred)
16.PDS16-031 –Application for Site Plan Approval,MHJH Holdings Inc.,
75 Eric T Smith Way,Lot 4,Part of Block 11,Plan 65M-
4324,File Number:SP-2016-01
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PDS16-031 be received;and
THAT Site Plan Application File No.SP-2016-01 (MHJH Holdings Inc.)to
permit the development of the subject lands for a one (1)storey 3,611 square
metre industrial building be approved;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
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17.PDS16-033 –Zoning By-law Amendment &Site Plan Application,Lora
Cai,Xun Gong &Richard Gong,15342 Yonge Street
(Horton Place),Files:ZBA-2015-16 &SP-2015-10
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report PDS16-033 be received;and
THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File:ZBA-2015-16 (Lora Cai,
Xun Gong &Richard Gong),to add “Business and Professional Offices”as a
permitted use on the subject lands be approved;and
THAT the implementing Zoning By-law amendment be presented at a future
Council meeting for enactment;and
THAT Site Plan Application File:SP-2015-10 (Lora Cai,Xun Gong &Richard
Gong)to permit the development of the subject lands for the conversion of
the existing residential building into a 254 m2 commercial building on the
subject lands be approved;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
8.NOTICES OF MOTION
(a)Councillor Humfryes
Re:Traffic Advisory Committee/Board
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora continues to grow and traffic flow has
become a top concern;and
WHEREAS Aurora Town Council and Town residents have expressed
concern with traffic congestion,traffic calming and traffic flow;and
WHEREAS it has become apparent that the Town’s approach to addressing
traffic congestion requires an overall perspective,including future traffic flow
planning;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff report back with
options or a Terms of Reference for a Traffic Advisory Committee/Board or
other model which includes staff,Councillors,residents,and other applicable
stakeholders.
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9.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Mrakas inquired about the possibility of having a payment station at the GO
Transit Station parking lot near Highway 404 and Wellington Street East for patrons
who do not have exact change or a Presto Card.
10.CLOSED SESSION
None
11.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:27 p.m.
HAROLD KIM,COUNCILLOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING OF MAY 17,2016,IS
SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON MAY 24,2016.
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Infrastructure &Environmental
Services
100 John West Way,
Box 1000,
Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
Phone:905-727-3123 ext.4371
www.e-aurora.ca
MEMORANDUM
DATE:May 24,2016
TO:Mayor Dawe and Members of Council
FROM:Ilmar Simanovskis,Director of Infrastructure &Environmental Services
RE:Additional Information regarding Item 1(8)–Report No.IES16-051 –
Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the memorandum regarding Additional Information regarding Item 1(8)–
Report No.IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results be received for
information.
BACKGROUND
This memo is to provide additional information to Council on the request from the General
Committee meeting of May 17,2016,for the speed cushion pilot project survey results
specifically from residents residing along the five (5)streets identified for the proposed
speed cushion pilot project installation.
The results are shown on the table below:
Road Number of Houses Number of
Responses Yes
Percent of Total
Houses
(Threshold 70%)
No
Conover Avenue 7 2 2 29%0
Kennedy Street West 39 36 34 87%2
Mavrinac Boulevard 29 11 8 28%3
McMaster Avenue 8 8 8 100%0
Stone Road 48 21 19 40%2
ATTACHMENTS
None
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DATE:May 24,2016
TO:Members of Council
FROM:Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
RE:Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Highlights April 29,2016 Meeting of the Board
RECOMMENDATION
THAT Council:
Receive the correspondence for information
Endorse the recommendations
Provide direction
Town of Aurora
Office of the Mayor
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway,Newmarket,ON,L3Y 4X1
E-mail:info@lsrca.on.ca Web site:www.lsrca.on.ca
Announcements:
LSRCA Stewardship Events
Communications Specialist,Nancie Knight,updated the Board regarding upcoming Stewardship events
around the watershed,noting that tree planting events begin on Saturday,April 30th and continue on
Saturdays in May.For more information or to find an event near you,please click the following link:
LSRCA Upcoming Events
LSRCA Annual Conservation Awards –Nominations
Communications Specialist,Maria Leung,advised Board members that nominations are now being
accepted for LSRCA’s Annual Conservation Awards taking place this year on Thursday,November 3,
2016.She noted that nominations can be made by contacting Maria directly @ 905-895-1281 Ext 258
or m.leung@lsrca.on.ca or online by clicking the following link:LSRCA Watershed Heroes Nomination
Form
Presentations:
LSRCA 2015 Audit Findings by BDO Canada LLP
Mr.Michael Jones,representing LSRCA’s Audit firm,BDO Canada LLP,attended the meeting to report
to the Board on the audit of LSRCA’s 2015 Financial Statements.Mr.Jones noted that no significant
issues were found during the audit and that BDO Canada received great cooperation from LSRCA’s
management during the audit.He went on to note that in the opinion of BDO Canada LLP,the financial
statements present fairly,in all material respects,the financial position of Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority as at December 31,2015 and the results of its operations,changes in net
financial assets,and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with Canadian public sector
accounting standards.
The Board approved Staff Report No.14-16-BOD prepared by General Manager,Corporate &Financial
Services,Jocelyn Lee,regarding LSRCA’s 2015 Draft Audited Financial Statements.
Correspondence and Staff Reports:
Correspondence
The Board received the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s (MNRF)letter regarding the
review of the Conservation Authorities Act.
Board Meeting Highlights
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway,Newmarket,ON,L3Y 4X1
E-mail:info@lsrca.on.ca Web site:www.lsrca.on.ca
The letter outlined the following five priority areas for improvement,which MNRF will now work to
develop options for how to proceed:
Stronger oversight and accountability in decision-making;
Increased clarity and consistency in roles and responsibilities,processes and requirements;
Modern funding mechanisms to support conservation authority operations;
Improved collaboration and engagement among all parties involved in resource management;and
Enhanced flexibility for the Province to update the Conservation Authorities Act framework in the
future.
Proposed Excess Soil Management Policy Framework -EBR Registry Number 012-6065
The Board approved an amended recommendation regarding Staff Report No.15-16-BOD,prepared by
Beverley Booth,Manager,Regulations,which provided an overview of the Proposed Excess Soil
Management Framework Policy Framework (EBR Posting #012-6065)and the comments provided by
the LSRCA regarding this posting.This report is to be shared with member municipalities.
2016 Proposed Budget
The Board approved Staff Report No.16-16-BOD,prepared by Jocelyn Lee,General Manager,
Corporate &Financial Services,which sought the Board of Directors’approval of LSRCA’s 2016
Proposed Budget,which included budget estimates,projected revenues,and net reserve
appropriations.
For more information or to see the full agenda package,please click the link below for LSRCA’s Board
of Directors’webpage:LSRCA Board Meetings
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NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor John Abel
Date:May 24,2016
To:Mayor and Members of Council
From:Councillor Abel
Re:Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)Board of Directors
WHEREAS the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)represents 444 municipalities
across Ontario working together to achieve shared goals and meet common challenges;
and
WHEREAS AMO’s mandate is to support and enhance strong and effective municipal
government in Ontario;and
WHEREAS nominations to the 2016-2018 AMO Board of Directors are now open;and
WHEREAS it would be Councillor John Abel’s privilege to serve on the 2016-2018 AMO
Board of Directors;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Council of the Town of Aurora
endorse Councillor John Abel’s nomination to the AMO Board of Directors for the office of
Director Regional and Single Tier Caucus;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora assumes all costs associated with
Councillor John Abel serving on the AMO’s Board of Directors to a maximum of $4,000.
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MOTION FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS
BEEN GIVEN (May 17,2016)Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Date:May 24,2016
To:Members of Council
From:Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Re:Traffic Advisory Committee/Board
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora continues to grow and traffic flow has become a top concern;
and
WHEREAS Aurora Town Council and Town residents have expressed concern with traffic
congestion,traffic calming and traffic flow;and
WHEREAS it has become apparent that the Town’s approach to addressing traffic congestion
requires an overall perspective,including future traffic flow planning;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff report back with options or a
Terms of Reference for a Traffic Advisory Committee/Board or other model which includes staff,
Councillors,residents,and other applicable stakeholders.
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TOWN OF AURORA
REVISED ADDITIONAL ITEMS
FOR COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday,May 24,2016
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Delegation (a)Brian Wilson,Resident
Re:Item 1(8)–IES16-051 –Speed Cushion Pilot Project Survey Results
Item 1(12)–PRS16-025 –Award of Tender PRS2016-22 for the Construction
of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Park Accessible Playground
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Report No.PRS16-025 –Award of Tender PRS2016-22 for the Construction
of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Park Accessible Playground,be referred to the
Accessibility Advisory Committee for comment.
Notice of Motion (b)Mayor Dawe
Re:Highland Gate Development
(Note:2/3 majority vote is required to add this item to the Agenda)
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NOTICE OF MOTION Mayor Dawe
Date:May 24,2016
To:Members of Council
From:Mayor Dawe
Re:Highland Gate Development
WHEREAS on February 27,2015,the Town of Aurora received Official Plan Amendment,
Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision applications (File Nos.OPA-2015-01,
ZBA-2015-02 and SUB-2015-01)(the “Applications”)from Highland Gate Developments Inc.
for lands municipally known as 21 Golf Links Drive(the “Site”);and
WHEREAS the Applications propose to develop 184 detached dwelling units and a 10-storey
condominium building on the Site;and
WHEREAS on November 17,2015,Highland Gate Developments Inc.appealed the
Applications to the Ontario Municipal Board prior to Council making a decision on the
Applications.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Council opposes the Applications in
their current form;and
BE IT HEREBY FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to engage all interested parties
in mediation with respect to the appeal and address Council’s concerns while exploring better
options in terms of design and density for the Site that would best suit the community.
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