AGENDA - Council - 20160628COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY,JUNE 28,2016
7 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN HALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
June 24,2016
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
Tuesday,June 28,2016
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 June 14,2016 pg.1
Special Council Meeting Minutes of June 21,2016 pg.24
Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of June 21,2016
General Committee Closed Session Meeting Minutes of June 21,2016
(Closed Session meeting minutes provided separately as confidential attachments)
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the minutes of the Council meeting of June 14,2016,the Special Council
meeting of June 21,2016,the Special Council Closed Session meeting of June 21,
2016,and the General Committee Closed Session meeting of June 21,2016,be
adopted as printed and circulated.
4.PRESENTATIONS
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(a)Ian Laing,Fire Chief,Central York Fire Services (CYFS)pg.27
Re:CYFS 2015 Annual Report
(b)Kristen Dajia,Aurora Sports Hall of Fame pg.28
Re:Presentation of 2015/2016 Photo Essay Contest Winners
(c)Erin Rogers,Event Specialist,Southlake Regional Health pg.29
Center Foundation
Re:2016 Run or Walk for Southlake Sponsorship and Municipal
Challenge Trophy
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
(ii)Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(a)Councillor Mrakas pg.46
Re:Library Square/Downtown Traffic Management Plan
(b)Councillor Humfryes pg.48
Re:Ontario Autism Program Changes
11.REGIONAL REPORT
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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:
5869-16 BEING A BY-LAW to exempt Blocks 13,15,18 and
21 on Plan 65M-4478 from Part-Lot Control (Casing
Development Inc.).
(Report No.PDS16-044 –GC Item 8 –June 21/16)
pg.50
5875-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking and Traffic Control
By-law Number 4574-04.T,as amended,with respect to
Restricted Parking Maximum Periods on various
highways in the Town of Aurora.
(Report No.BBS16-007 –GC Item 1 –May 17/16)
pg.51
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5876-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from Council Meeting on June 28,2016.
pg.55
14.CLOSED SESSION
15.ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEMS
1.General Committee Meeting Report of June 21,2016 pg.30
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the General Committee meeting report of June 21,2016,be received and the
recommendations carried by the Committee be approved.
2.LLS16-019 –General Committee Closed Session Report of pg.44
June 21,2016
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Report No.LLS16-019 be received;and
THAT the following recommendation from the General Committee Closed Session
meeting of June 21,2016,be adopted:
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:
Potential Purchase of Lands –15085 Yonge Street
THAT the confidential recommendations of the General Committee Closed Session
meeting of June 21,2016,regarding Potential Purchase of Lands –15085 Yonge
Street,be adopted.
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:Potential
Purchase of Lands –Yonge Street
THAT consideration of June 21,2016 Closed Session Item 2,regarding 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:Potential Purchase of Lands –Yonge
Street be deferred to a future Closed Session meeting.
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,June 14,2016
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 7:10 p.m.following Open Forum.
Mayor Dawe relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Abel at 9:28 p.m.,during
consideration of Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (b),Re:Proposed Changes
to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe,2016 ,and resumed the Chair at
9:37 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 Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services,with the following
addition,be approved:
By-law Number 5870-16 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint Municipal By-law
Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of the
Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
3.ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
Council Meeting Minutes of May 24,2016
Special Council –Public Planning Meeting Minutes of May 25,2016
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the minutes of the Council meeting of May 24,2016,and the Special
Council –Public Planning meeting of May 25,2016,be adopted as printed and
circulated.
CARRIED
4.PRESENTATIONS
(a)Superintendent Mark Brown #241 and Inspector Paulo DaSilva #916,
York Regional Police
Re:Traffic Issues in York Region
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Humfryes,Council consented,on a
two-thirds vote,to waive the requirements of subsection 3.8(c)of the Procedural By-law to
permit the presentation additional time as required.
Superintendent Brown and Inspector DaSilva presented an overview relating to
road safety,traffic enforcement,and community partners in York Region,
including the Road Watch and online traffic reporting process,traffic collision and
charges statistics,and traffic management strategy priorities.
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Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the comments of the presentation be received for information.
CARRIED
(b)Gerry Miller,Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
Re:Aurora Sports Hall of Fame Announcement of 2016 Inductees
Mr.Miller,legal counsel to Sport Aurora and the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame,
member of the Induction Committee and representing Chair Michael Roy,
announced the names of those to be inducted as the Class of 2016 into the
Aurora Sports Hall of Fame:Sheldon Galbraith,Coach;Mike Kitchen,Coach;
Michael Murphy,Athlete/Coach/Builder;and Karen Stemmle,Athlete.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
THAT the comments of the presentation be received for information.
CARRIED
(c)Natasha Dawood,Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC)
Re:Delivering the 2016 Assessment
Ms.Dawood,Account Manager,presented an overview of the 2016 property
assessment update,including data collection and preparation,transparency and
shared understanding,advanced disclosure,changes to the assessment notice,
Requests for Reconsideration,online access and contact information,municipal
and stakeholder outreach and engagement,and market trends.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the comments of the presentation be received for information.
CARRIED
5.PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councillor Pirri extended congratulations to MPP Chris Ballard on his new roles as the
Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy.
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Councillor Kim noted that e-play online registration is available for Parks &Recreation
programs.
Councillor Kim noted that a short tutorial regarding property taxes and two videos
relating to the Town Budget are available on the Town’s website.
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to Artistica Ballroom Dance Studio on their
grand opening on June 10,2016.
Councillor Abel extended a reminder about the Aurora Music Festival to be held on
Saturday,June 25,2016,at Highland Park from noon to 9 p.m.He noted that the
event would feature local musicians and focus on youth,in partnership with Magna
Hoedown Showdown,and raise funds for Belinda’s Place,CHATS,and Say My Name
Canada.
Councillor Gaertner noted that June is Pride Month and expressed her support and
best wishes.
Mayor Dawe extended congratulations to Central York Fire Services for raising $3,000
for Muscular Dystrophy Canada during the past year,and noted that almost $1.2
million was raised by 265 Fire Departments across Ontario.
Mayor Dawe announced that a public meeting and presentation will be held on
Wednesday,June 22,2016,regarding the Town’s mandatory Sewage Inspection
Program,which would be relevant to residents with a septic system.
Mayor Dawe noted that a new Private Tree Protection By-law is in effect and he
encouraged resident to access the update at www.aurora.ca/trees.
Mayor Dawe announced that partial,temporary trail closures would be in effect in the
Sheppard’s Bush conservation area during July and August 2016,Monday to Friday,
from 8 a.m.to 5 p.m.,and any questions may be directed to Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority (LSRCA)at 905-895-1281.
Mayor Dawe noted that a blood donor clinic will be held at the Aurora Legion,105
Industrial Parkway North,from 2:30 p.m.to 7:30 p.m.on Thursday,June 23,2016,and
that appointments may be booked online at www.blood.ca.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that June is Recreation &Parks Month and activity
Passports may be picked up at Town facilities.
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Mayor Dawe advised that Canada Day celebrations would begin with Dance in the
Park on Thursday,June 30,2016,and continue with the Canada Day Parade on
Friday,July 1,2016,and noted that details regarding all of the activities may be found
at www.aurora.ca/canadaday.
Mayor Dawe announced that Aurora was ranked 19th out of 219 cities and named as
one of the Top 25 places to live in Canada in 2016 by MoneySense Magazine.
Councillor Mrakas acknowledged the recent massacre in Orlando,Florida.A moment
of silence was observed in honour of the victims and their families.
6.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Item 1 (sub-items 7,8,11,13,and 19)were identified as items for discussion.
7.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 7,8,11,13,and 19),2 and 3 were identified
as items not requiring separate discussion.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the following recommendations with respect to the matters listed as “Items Not
Requiring Separate Discussion”be adopted as submitted to Council and staff be
authorized to take all necessary action required to give effect to same:
1.General Committee Meeting Report of June 7,2016
THAT the General Committee meeting report of June 7,2016,be received and
the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved:
(1)CFS16-018 –2015 Year End Development Charges Statement
THAT Report No.CFS16-018 be received for information.
(2)CFS16-020 –2015 Year End Investment Report
THAT Report No.CFS16-020 be received for information.
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(3)IES16-053 –Award of Contract for Consulting Services –Design
for the Reconstruction of Kennedy Street,Temperance
Street,Ransom Street and Ransom Court,RFP IES
2016-15
THAT Report No.IES16-053 be received;and
THAT the Contract for the provision of consulting services for the design
of the reconstruction of Kennedy Street,Temperance Street,Ransom
Street and Ransom Court,RFP IES 2016 -15 for Capital Project Nos.
31109 and 31114,be awarded to Chisholm,Fleming and Associates for
$123,790,excluding taxes;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same.
(4)IES16-054 –Award of Tender IES 2016-29 –For the Tannery Creek
Drainage Channel Rehabilitation from Henderson Drive
to Glass Drive
THAT Report No.IES16-054 be received;and
THAT Tender IES 2016-29,Capital Project No.42052 for the Tannery
Creek Drainage Channel Rehabilitation from Henderson Drive to Glass
Drive be awarded to TBG Environmental Inc.in the amount of
$837,308.79 excluding taxes;and
THAT additional funding in the amount of $223,949.96 be provided for
Capital Project No.42052,Tannery Creek Channel Rehabilitation from
Henderson Drive to Glass Drive from the Storm Sewer Reserve;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute th e
necessary Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same.
(5)IES16-055 –Request for Crossing Guards at Various Locations in
the Town of Aurora
THAT Report No.IES16-055 be received;and
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THAT School Crossing Guards be provided during the morning and
afternoon peak periods at the following locations starting September
2016:
Mavrinac Boulevard at Cosford Street -Rick Hansen Public School
Tecumseh Drive at Kitimat Crescent (north leg)–Aurora Heights
Public School
Conover Avenue (south leg)at River Ridge Boulevard –Hartman
Public School;and
THAT necessary pavement markings,school crossing ahead,and
school crossing signs be installed as required;and
THAT a letter be sent to the Town Contractor informing them of the
addition of the new crossing guard locations;and
THAT the 2016 Crossing Guard budget be increased by $17,200 to a
revised amount of $157,200 for the Crossing Guards operating account
for contracts (03480-5059)to be funded from the Tax Rate Stabilization
Reserve;and
THAT the 2017 Operating Budget for the Crossing Guard Contract
Services be increased by an additional $25,800 for an overall increase of
$43,000 to accommodate the increase to service levels;and
THAT a letter be sent to the respective school with Council’s adopted
resolution.
(6)IES16-056 –Award of Tender IES 2016-42 –New Sidewalk
Construction on Industrial Parkway North
THAT Report No.IES16-056 be received;and
THAT Tender IES 2016-42 for Capital Project No.34627 for New
Sidewalk Construction on Industrial Parkway North be awarded to
Pencon Construction of Canada Corp.in the amount of $323,017.00
excluding taxes;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary Agreement,including any and all documents and ancillary
agreements required to give effect to same.
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(9)PDS16-039 –Application for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning
By-law Amendment,2283986 Ontario Limited,15255
Leslie Street and 1540 Wellington Street East,File
Numbers:OPA-2015-06 and ZBA-2015-17
THAT Report No.PDS16-039 be received;and
THAT Application to Amend the Official Plan File No.OPA -2015-06
(2283986 Ontario Limited),to amend the Business Park designation to a
site specific policies area to allow automobile service station and retail
sales and service commercial uses on the subject lands be approved;
and
THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No.ZBA-2015-17
(2283986 Ontario Limited),to allow a wider range of service commercial
uses as a permitted use on the subject lands be approved;and
THAT the implementing Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment be presented at a future Council Meeting.
(10)PDS16-040 –Request for Street Name Approval,2457920 Ontario
Inc.(formerly Pandolfo),File Number:SUB-2003-02
THAT Report No.PDS16-040 be received;and
THAT the following street name be approved for the proposed road
within the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision,File SUB-2003-02:
STREET “A”GLENSTEEPLE TRAIL
(12)PDS16-046 –Release of Draft Provincial Planning Policy
Amendments
THAT Report No.PDS16-046 be received for information.
(14)PRS16-029 –Tree Permit Application for 11 Hawthorn Lane
THAT Report No.PRS16-029 be received;and
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THAT the Application for the remova l of trees at 11 Hawthorn Lane be
approved in accordance with By-law No.4474-03.D being a By-law to
authorize the injury or destruction of trees (Tree Permit By-law);and
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a Tree Protection
and Compensation Agreement,including any and all documents and
ancillary agreements required to give effect to same,to ensure
compliance with the specific terms and conditions associated with the
issuance of the Tree Permit for 11 Hawthorn Lane.
(15)PRS16-031 –Aurora’s Multicultural Festival
THAT Report No.PRS16-031 be received;and
THAT additional funding in the amount of $4,400.00 be provided for the
Multicultural Festival,to be allocated to the Special Events Contract
Account #1-4-07501-5059.
(16)Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes of May 10,2016
THAT the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of May 10,2016,be received for information.
(17)Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
May 12,2016
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting minutes
of May 12,2016,be received for information.
(18)PRS16-025 –Award of Tender PRS2016-22 for the Construction of the
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Park Accessible Playground
THAT Report No.PRS16-025 be received;and
THAT Tender PRS2016-22 for the Construction of Capital Project No.
73252 the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Park Accessible Playground and
Park improvements in the amount of $359,743.14 be awarded to Forest
Ridge Landscaping Inc.;and
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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.
(20)Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes of May
20,2016
THAT the Trails and Active Transportation Committee meeting minutes
of May 20,2016,be received;and
THAT the Trails and Active Transportation Committee recommend to
Council:
2.Extract from Council Meeting of April 26,2016
Re:Special Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes of March 31,2016;Re:Item 2 –Parks and
Recreation Master Plan Implementation Schedule
THAT staff be directed to review the service levels,costs,and
feasibility related to winter maintenance and year-round accessibility
of the Town’s trail system;and
THAT the Town investigate leadership opportunities in trail
accessibility,such as the Ontario government’s Trail Mobile.
New Business Motion No.1
THAT staff be directed to investigate the possibility of including a
Cousins Drive underpass in the Metrolinx rail expansion project;
and
THAT the balance of the grade-separated crossings along the
Metrolinx line in Aurora be endorsed by Council.
New Business Motion No.2
THAT the Trails and Active Transportation Committee organize a
“Bike Aurora Day”and a bike clinic to promote bike riding,safety,
and etiquette.
(21)Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee and Parks and Recreation
Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 31,2016
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THAT the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee and Parks and
Recreation Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 31,2016,be
received for information.
(22)Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 1,2016
THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 1,
2016,be received;and feasibility
THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
New Business Motion No.1
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to the
Committee regarding the feasibility and options for providing
enhanced access to the Town’s trails system.
General Committee New Business Motion No.1
THAT a formal invitation be extended to His Royal Highness Prince Harry,
or appropriate Royal representative,for the opening of the Queen’s
Diamond Jubilee Park in the fall of 2017.
2.LLS16-017 –General Committee Closed Session Report of June 7,
2016
THAT Report No.LLS16-017 be received;and
THAT the following recommendation from the General Committee
Closed Session meeting of June 7,2016,be adopted:
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:Scanlon Court
THAT the confidential recommendations of the General Committee
Closed Session meeting of June 7,2016,regarding Scanlon Court
be adopted.
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3.Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re:Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Highlights,May
27,2016 –Meeting of the Board
THAT the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Highlights,May 27,2016 –Meeting of the Board,be received
for information.
CARRIED
8.DELEGATIONS
None
9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1.General Committee Meeting Report of June 7,2016
(7)IES16-057 –Request for Approval of Capital Projects 24010 and 72201
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.IES16-057 be received;and
THAT Report No.IES16-057 satisfy Council’s conditional budget approval for
Capital Project No.24010 –Building Department Counter Enhancements in
the amount of $175,000,excluding taxes;and
THAT Report No.IES16-057 satisfy Council’s conditional budget approval for
Capital Project No.72201 –Work Station Refresh,Carpeting and Painting in
the amount of $90,000,excluding taxes;and
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with Capital Project No.24010 –
Building Department Counter Enhancements and Capital Project No.72201 –
Work Station Refresh,Carpeting and Painting.
CARRIED
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1.General Committee Meeting Report of June 7,2016
(8)PDS16-037 –Application for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-
law Amendment,Carpino Construction Inc.,15278 Yonge
Street,File Numbers:OPA-2015-04,ZBA-2015-10,Related
File:SP-2015-08
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Humfryes,Council consented to
consider Item 1(8)prior to consideration of Item 1(7).
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.PDS16-037 be received;and
THAT Application to Amend the Official Plan File No.OPA-2015-04 (Carpino
Construction Inc.),to re-designate the land use to allow stacked,back-to-back
townhouse dwelling units on the subject lands be approved;and
THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No.ZBA-2015-10
(Carpino Construction Inc.),to allow 126 stacked,back-to-back townhouse
dwelling units as a permitted use on the subject lands be approved;and
THAT the implementing Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments 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 June 7,2016
(11)PDS16-043 –Application for Zoning By-law Amendment,Vello Holdings
Inc.,330 McClellan Way,Block 32,Registered Plan 65M-
2802,File Number:ZBA-2016-01
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT Report No.PDS16-043 be received;and
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THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No.ZBA-2016-01 (Vello
Holdings Ltd.),to add additional permitted uses on the subject lands be
approved;and
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 June 7,2016
(13)PRS16-023 –Wildlife Park Project Design and Contract Administration
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT Report No.PRS16-023 be received;and
THAT Request For Proposal PRS2016-21 for the Investigation,Analysis,
Design and Tender process for the Construction of a Wildlife Park be
awarded to Cole Engineering Group Ltd.in the amount of $199,206.98,
excluding taxes;and
THAT Request for Proposal PRS2016-21 for the Project Administration &
Reporting associated with all future phases of actual construction of the
Wildlife Park be committed to Cole Engineering Group Ltd.in the amount of
$238,152.80,excluding taxes,subject to Capital Budget approva l of each
future phase of construction of the Wildlife Park;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement
between the Town of Aurora and Cole Engineering Group Ltd.,for the Design
and Contract Administration of the Wildlife Park,including any and all
documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same.
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Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
THAT the Analysis,Design and Tender process for the Construction of a
Wildlife Park be reported back to Council prior to seeking the approval of
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority.
WITHDRAWN
On a recorded vote the main 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 June 7,2016
(19)Memorandum from Director of Parks &Recreation Services
Re:Aurora Music Festival
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the memorandum regarding Aurora Music Festival be received for
information.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
THAT the Town of Aurora support the Aurora Music Festival through
services-in-kind in the amount of $695.00 to be sourced from the Council
Contingency account.
CARRIED
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Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the memorandum regarding Aurora Music Festival be received;and
THAT the Town of Aurora support the Aurora Music Festival through
services-in-kind in the amount of $695.00 to be sourced from the Council
Contingency account.
On a recorded vote the main motion
CARRIED AS AMENDED
YEAS:9 NAYS:0
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Gaertner,Humfryes,
Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,Thom,Thompson,and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:None
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 Abel
Re:Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)Board of
Directors
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
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
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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.
CARRIED
(b)Mayor Dawe
Re:Proposed Changes to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden
Horseshoe,2016
Moved by Mayor Dawe
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
WHEREAS the Province is proposing amendments to the Growth Plan
to increase the intensification targets for built-up areas from a minimum
of 40 to at least 60 percent of annual residential development and
increasing density targets for designated greenfield areas from 50 to at
least 80 people and jobs per hectare;and
WHEREAS the Town will continue to experience redevelopment
pressures within its existing built boundary;and
WHEREAS appropriate infill development and other forms of
intensification are objectives of the Provincial Growth Plan and Policy
Statement,the York Regional Official Plan and the Town’s Official Plan;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT as part of the
upcoming five-year Official Plan Review,Planning staff ensure that the
appropriate intensification policies are incorporated into the Official Plan
to accommodate for projected residential growth while ensuring
compatibility of future infill redevelopment proposals.
CARRIED
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(c)Councillor Mrakas
Re:Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS some types of cultural heritage landscapes have been
conserved for years in various municipalities through designation of
heritage conservation districts under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act;
and
WHEREAS the Provincial Policy Statement defines cultural heritage
landscape as “...a defined geographical area of heritage significance
which has been modified by human activity and is identified as being
cultural heritage value or interest by a community,including an
aboriginal community…Such an area is valued by a community,and is of
significance to the understanding of the history of a people or place”;and
WHEREAS the Provincial Policy Statement states (S.2.6.1)“Significant
built heritage resources and significant cultural heritage landscapes shall
be conserved.”;and
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora Inventory of Heritage Buildings and
Register does not include criteria,policy or evaluations for cultural
heritage landscapes;and
WHEREAS by identifying and assessing cultural heritage landscapes
which are valued for the role they play in defining and illustrating the
history of the Town,there is an opportunity to encourage good
stewardship of the identified land,sites,and structures to ensure the
unique character of our community is preserved;and
WHEREAS the Town is currently reviewing the Official Plan and there is
an opportunity to include the development of a cultural heritage
landscapes inventory/policies in the Town’s new Official Plan;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of
Aurora develop the program,policy and/or criteria for identifying and
evaluating Cultural Heritage Landscapes (CHL)and the subsequent
creation of a Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory;and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the CHL assessment and inventory
be incorporated into the Official Plan review;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the CHL Inventory be referred to
the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC)for consideration at the next
HAC meeting;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council with the
program,policy and/or criteria for identifying and evaluating Cultural
Heritage Landscapes (CHL)and the inventory of landscapes identified at
the August 9,2016 Council meeting for approval;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Aurora Town Council rename the
“Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value”as the “Aurora
Register of Properties and Landscapes of Cultural and Heritage Value or
Interest”and add the Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory to the
newly renamed Register.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the fourth operative clause of the main motion be amended by
replacing the words “August 9,2016 Council meeting for approval”with
the words “September 12,2016 Heritage Advisory Committee for
approval at the General Committee meeting of September 20,2016”.
CARRIED
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS some types of cultural heritage landscapes have been
conserved for years in various municipalities through designation of
heritage conservation districts under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act;
and
WHEREAS the Provincial Policy Statement defines cultural heritage
landscape as “...a defined geographical area of heritage significance
which has been modified by human activity and is identified as being
cultural heritage value or interest by a community,including an
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aboriginal community…Such an area is valued by a community,and is of
significance to the understanding of the history of a people or place”;and
WHEREAS the Provincial Policy Statement states (S.2.6.1)“Significant
built heritage resources and significant cultural heritage landscapes shall
be conserved.”;and
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora Inventory of Heritage Buildings and
Register does not include criteria,policy or evaluations for cultural
heritage landscapes;and
WHEREAS by identifying and assessing cultural heritage landscapes
which are valued for the role they play in defining and illustrating the
history of the Town,there is an opportunity to encourage good
stewardship of the identified land,sites,and structures to ensure the
unique character of our community is preserved;and
WHEREAS the Town is currently reviewing the Official Plan and there is
an opportunity to include the development of a cultural heritage
landscapes inventory/policies in the Town’s new Official Plan;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of
Aurora develop the program,policy and/or criteria for identifying and
evaluating Cultural Heritage Landscapes (CHL)and the subsequent
creation of a Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the CHL assessment and inventory
be incorporated into the Official Plan review;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the CHL Inventory be referred to
the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC)for consideration at the next
HAC meeting;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council with the
program,policy and/or criteria for identifying and evaluating Cultural
Heritage Landscapes (CHL)and the inventory of landscapes identified at
the September 12,2016 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting for
approval at the General Committee meeting of September 20,2016;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Aurora Town Council rename the
“Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value”as the “Aurora
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Register of Properties and Landscapes of Cultural and Heritage Value or
Interest”and add the Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory to the
newly renamed Register.
On a recorded vote the main motion
CARRIED AS AMENDED
YEAS:8 NAYS:1
VOTING YEAS:Councillors Abel,Gaertner,Humfryes,
Kim,Mrakas,Thom,Thompson,and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS:Councillor Pirri
11.REGIONAL REPORT
York Regional Council Highlights –May 19,2016
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
THAT the Regional Report of May 19,2016,be received for information.
CARRIED
12.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Humfryes inquired about the schedule for the implementation of traffic
calming measures on Kennedy Street West,and staff provided an update.
Councillor Abel inquired about the schedule for construction of the sidewalk link from
Vandorf Sideroad to Yonge Street on Industrial Parkway South.Staff indicated that
information would be provided to Council through the CAO’s office.
Councillor Thompson inquired about the shortened route for the Canada Day Parade,
and staff provided a response.Councillor Thompson suggested that communications
to residents be improved.
Councillor Gaertner expressed concern regarding a garage sale sign that had been
nailed into a tree,and noted that she discussed this matter with By-law Services staff.
Councillor Mrakas inquired about the schedule for installation of new signs for the
parking restrictions around Town Park,and staff provided an update.
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Councillor Mrakas noted that the Community Recognition Awards ceremony was held
on May 30,2016,and expressed appreciation to the Committee and Council for their
efforts toward a successful event.
Councillor Humfryes inquired about the Town’s inoperative electronic sign at the corner
of Yonge Street and Aurora Heights Drive,and staff provided an update.
13.READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the following by-laws be given first,second,and third readings and enacted:
5855-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,as
amended (Cai,Gong &Gong –15342 Yonge Street).
5862-16 BEING A BY-LAW to adopt Official Plan Amendment No.9.
5866-16 BEING A BY-LAW to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78,as
amended (Vello Holdings Limited –330 McClellan Way).
5870-16 BEING A BY-LAW to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers
and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of the Town of
Aurora.
(Added Item)
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5867-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from
Council Meeting on June 14,2016.
CARRIED
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14.CLOSED SESSION
None
15.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 14,2016,ARE SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON JUNE 28,2016.
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TOWN OF AURORA
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,June 21,2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Kim,Mrakas,Pirri,and Thompson
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Thom
OTHER ATTENDEES Doug Nadorozny,Chief Administrative Officer,Lisa Lyons,
Town Clerk (Acting),and Samantha Yew,Council/Committee
Secretary
Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
Council consented to recess at 6:03 p.m.to resolve into a Closed Session meeting.
Council reconvened into open session at 6:51 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 Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved.
CARRIED
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3.DELEGATIONS
None
4.CONSIDERATION OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS GIVEN
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
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:497 Wellington Street West –Ontario Municipal Board Appeal
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
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:497 Wellington Street West –Ontario Municipal
Board Appeal
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the confidential memorandum of external legal counsel be received;and
THAT the confidential direction to staff in respect to 497 Wellington Street West –
Ontario Municipal Board Appeal,be confirmed.
CARRIED
5.BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
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THAT the following confirming by-law be given first,second,and third readings and
enacted:
5874-16 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a
Special Council Meeting on June 21,2016.
CARRIED
6.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
CARRIED
GEOFFREY DAWE,MAYOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 21,2016 ARE
SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON JUNE 28,2016.
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REQUEST
This Delegation Request form and any written submissions or background information for
the following deadline:
4:30 P.M.ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE:June 28,2016
SUBJECT:Central York Fire Services 2015 Annual Report
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:Ian Laing,Fire Chief
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
Central York Fire Services
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF :
To present the 2015 Annual Report.
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 acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits five ()minutes for .
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:
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.
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Town of Aurora
100 John West Way,Box 1000
Aurora,ON L4G 6J1
Council Meeting June 28,2016
Presentation of Photo Essay Contest Winners
Kristen Dajia
Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
The Chair of the Hall's Education Committee would like to award prizes and show winning photos from 2015/2016 photo
essay contest
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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,June 28,2016
SUBJECT:2016 Run or Walk for Southlake
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:Erin Rogers,Events Specialist,
Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION:
To present the Town of Aurora with both the 2016 Run or Walk for Southlake Sponsorship plaque
and the Trophy for winning the top fundraising team in the Municipal Challenge.
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?Joanne Gorry DATE Wednesday,June 1,2016
I I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits ten (10)minutes for Presentations.
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TOWN OF AURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday,June 21,2016
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Councillor Mrakas in the Chair;Councillors Abel,Gaertner,
Humfryes,Mrakas,Pirri,Thompson,and Mayor Dawe
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillor Thom
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.
General Committee consented to extend the hour past 10:30 p.m.in accordance with
subsection 3.16(a)of the Procedural By-law.
General Committee consented to resolve into a Closed Session meeting at 10:49 p.m.,and
reconvened into open session at 11:26 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
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative
Services,with the following changes:
Delegation (c)John Green,Ratepayers Association Yonge South
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,13887
Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related File:
SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
Delegation (d)Mark Hall and Ray Kurkjian,Representing the Applicant
Re:Allen Brown Heritage Home
Delegation (e)Warren McClure,Resident
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,13887
Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related File:
SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
Delegation (f)Nima Osqueizadeh,Resident
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,13887
Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related File:
SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
Replacement Pages for Item 12 (pgs.106-111)
PDS16-051 –Proposed Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium
Brookfield Homes (Ontario)Limited
155 Vandorf Sideroad (former Timberlane Athletic Club property)
Related Files:OPA-2014-01 and ZBA-2014-03
File Number:CDM-2016-01
Item 15 –Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 2,2016
Item 16 –Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
June 9,2016
Item 17 –Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 13,2016
Item 18 –Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
of June 14,2016
Notice of Motion (a)Councillor Mrakas
Re:Library Square/Downtown Traffic Management Plan
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Notice of Motion (b)Councillor Humfryes
Re:Ontario Autism Program Changes
Closed Session Item 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:Potential Purchase of Lands –15085 Yonge Street
Closed Session Item 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:Potential Purchase of Lands –Yonge Street
3.DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 3,5,6,7,8,10,and 17 were identified for discussion.
4.ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1,2,4,9,11,12,13,14,15,16,and 18 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:
1.CFS16-010 –2015 Year End Budget Report as at December 31,2015
THAT Report No.CFS16-010 be received for information.
2.IES16-058 –York Purchasing Cooperative Granular Supply Tender
Award
THAT Report No.IES16-058 be received;and
THAT the supply and delivery of granular materials,Tender CRFT 2015-09
be awarded to Floyd Preston Limited for $220,000 for a two (2)year term,
ending on March 31,2018.
4.IES16-060 –Drinking Water Quality Management Standard –
Management Review
THAT Report No.IES16-060 be received;and
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THAT the meeting minutes of the Annual Management Review by Top
Management be received.
9.PDS16-045 –Request for Street Name Approval,2351528 Ontario
Limited and Aurora-Leslie,Developments Limited (Emery
Investments),15625 and 15775,Leslie Street,
File Number:SUB-2014-01
THAT Report No.PDS16-045 be received;and
THAT the following street names for the proposed roads within the approved
Draft Plan of Subdivision,File SUB-2014-01 be approved:
STREET “1”MONARCH PARK GATE
STREET “2”ADDISON HALL CIRCLE
11.PDS16-050 –Application for Zoning By-law Amendment,Millwell Properties
Inc.,55 Wellington Street West,Part of Lot 27,Registered
Plan 246,File Number:ZBA-2016-02
THAT Report No.PDS16-050 be received;and
THAT Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No.ZBA-2016-02
(Millwell Properties Inc.)to add additional apartment dwelling units on the
subject lands be approved;and
THAT the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be presented at a future
Council meeting.
12.PDS16-051 –Proposed Draft Plan of Vacant Land Condominium,
Brookfield Homes (Ontario)Limited,155 Vandorf Sideroad
(former Timberlane Athletic Club property),Related Files:
OPA-2014-01 and ZBA-2014-03,File Number:CDM-2016-01
THAT Report No.PDS16-051 be received;and
THAT the Draft Plan of Condominium File:CDM-2015-01 for 56 single
detached dwelling units,subject to conditions set out in Appendix “A”to this
report,be approved;and
THAT the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a ny Agreement(s)
referenced in the Conditions of Approval,including any and all documents
and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same.
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13.PDS16-052 –Planning Applications Status List
THAT Report No.PDS16-052 be received for information.
14.Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 24,2016
THAT the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 24,2016,be
received for information.
15.Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 2,2016
(Added Item)
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 2,
2016,be received;and
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
THAT a Community Earth Week Fair 2017 be endorsed;and
THAT Council provide input to the objectives of a Community Earth
Week Fair 2017;and
THAT a multi-department team of Town staff be made available to
participate in a Working Group in support of a Community Earth Week
Fair 2017.
16.Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
June 9,2016
(Added Item)
THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
June 9,2016,be received for information.
18.Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
June 14,2016
(Added Item)
THAT the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of June 14,2016,be received for information.
CARRIED
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5.DELEGATIONS
General Committee consented,on a two-thirds vote,to waive the requirements of
subsection 3.8(a)of the Procedural By-law to permit Claudio Brutto of Brutto Consulting
to delegate as Delegation (g).
(a)Michelle Johnson,Nancy Black,and Shawna White,representing
Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
Re:Item 6 –PRS16-034 –Aurora Sports Hall of Fame Capital
Improvements
Ms.Black and Ms.White spoke in support of funding the capital
improvements for the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame,and highlighted the
achievements of the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame and the importance of sport
history.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 6.
(b)Richard Hui,Manager of Transportation Planning,York Region
Re:Item 3 –IES16-059 –Pilot Project for Left Turn Restrictions at
Yonge Street and Wellington Street Intersection
Mr.Hui gave a brief presentation regarding the proposed pilot project.He
noted that Regional staff are in support of the pilot project,and a report is
expected to go to Regional Council in the fall.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 3.
(c)John Green,Ratepayers Association Yonge South
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,
13887 Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related
File:SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
(Added Item)
Mr.Green spoke in opposition to the applications and expressed concerns
regarding the proposed density,the requested number of changes to the
Official Plan and Zoning By-law,and well water safety.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 10.
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(d)Mark Hall and Ray Kurkjian,Representing the Applicant
Re:Allen Brown Heritage Home
(Added Item)
General Committee consented to consider Delegation (d)following Delegation (g).
Mr.Hall gave an overview of the current status of the Allen Brown Heritage
Home,and raised concerns regarding cracks in the stucco,the brickwork of
the building,and evidence of mold and asbestos.He spoke in favour of
demolishing the existing structure and replacing it with a replicated structure.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation.
(e)Warren McClure,Resident
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,
13887 Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related
File:SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
(Added Item)
Mr.McClure expressed concerns regarding the proposed amendments,and
the potential for setting a precedent.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 10.
(f)Nima Osqueizadeh,Resident
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,
13887 Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related
File:SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
(Added Item)
Mr.Osqueizadeh expressed concerns regarding the proposed Zoning By-law
amendment,and the proposed density
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 10.
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Tuesday,June 21,2016 Page 8 of 14
(g)Claudio Brutto,Brutto Consulting
Re:Item 10 –PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,
13887 Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related
File:SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
(Added Item)
Mr.Brutto addressed the concerns raised by the delegates regarding the
applications.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item 10.
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 6,10,17,3,5,7,and 8.
3.IES16-059 –Pilot Project for Left Turn Restrictions at Yonge Street
and Wellington Street Intersection
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.IES16-059 be received;and
THAT a left turn lane restriction pilot project be implemented at the Yonge
Street and Wellington Street intersection,pending Regional Council
approval;and
THAT northbound and southbound left turn restrictions (buses excepted)be
implemented by York Region on Yonge Street at Wellington Street between
the hours of 7 a.m.to 9 a.m.and 4 p.m.to 6 p.m.,Monday to Friday;and
THAT a public information session be included as part of the public
engagement strategy;and
THAT staff report back to Council following the completion of the pilot period.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
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5.PRS16-030 –Award of Tender PRS2016-38 James Lloyd Park
Playground Equipment
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PRS16-030 be received;and
THAT Tender PRS2016-38 James Lloyd Park Playground Equipment,
Capital Project No.73208,be awarded to Play Power LT Canada 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
6.PRS16-034 –Aurora Sports Hall of Fame Capital Improvements
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PRS16-034 be received;and
THAT funding in the amount of $43,862.00 from the Sport Plan Reserve
Fund,and $14,988.00 from the Facilities Repair and Replacement
Reserve Fund,be provided for the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame capital
improvements.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
7.PDS16-041 –Cultural Precinct Public Consultation Process &Timeline
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PDS16-041 be received;and
THAT the public consultation and engagement process and timeline,as
described in this report,be endorsed;and
THAT Town Advisory Committees provide feedback as part of the
public consultation and engagement process.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
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8.PDS16-044 –Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control,Casing
Developments Inc.,Blocks 13,15,18 and 21,Plan 65M-
4478 being,65R-36332 and 65R-36333,File Number:PLC-
2016-04
General Committee recommends:
THAT Report No.PDS16-044 be received;and
THAT the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by
Casing Developments Inc.to divide Blocks 13,15,18 and 21,on Plan 65M -
4478 into 26 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.
CARRIED
10.PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-
law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,
13887 Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan
166,Related File:SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-
03 and ZBA-2015-08
General Committee did not provide a recommendation.
17.Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 13,2016
(Added Item)
General Committee recommends:
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 13,2016,
be received;and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
1.HAC16-004 –Heritage Permit Application,24 Catherine Avenue,
File:NE-HCD-HPA-16-03
THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-15-03 be approved to
permit the construction of a 117m2 accessory structure;and
THAT the Owner clarify materials of the proposed accessory structure
as indicated in the staff report;and
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THAT the Owner incorporate a rear yard amenity area or soft
landscaping if possible.
2.HAC16-005 –Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora
Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or
Interest,20 Ransom Street
THAT the property located at 20 Ransom Street be removed from the
Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest;and
THAT the proposed elevations are subject to approval of Planning Staff
to ensure the proposed new dwelling will maintain the heritage
character of the area;and
THAT prior to demolition,staff be requested to visit the property and
identify any salvageable items that could be donated to Aurora’s
Architectural Salvage Program.
New Business Motion No.1
THAT staff be directed to report back to the next regular Heritage
Advisory Committee meeting regarding the Allen Brown Heritage Home.
New Business Motion No.2
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to the Committee
regarding methods by which the Town could help home owners to
properly maintain heritage trees on their property.
CARRIED
8.NOTICES OF MOTION
(a)Councillor Mrakas
Re:Library Square/Downtown Traffic Management Plan
(Added Item)
WHEREAS parking has been identified as a need for users of the Library,
Cultural Centre and businesses in the Downtown core;and
WHEREAS traffic infiltration to the secondary roads around the Downtown
core has been an ongoing concern for both residents and business owners;
and
WHEREAS revitalization of the Downtown core is a high priority for the Town
of Aurora;and
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WHEREAS Council has identified Library Square as the central “Hub”of the
Downtown core;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff investigate the
feasibility of the Conceptual Downtown Traffic Management Plan (conceptual
plan attached to this motion)and report back to Council in September 2016;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Conceptual Downtown Traffic
Management Plan be put forward to the “Town Park Area Residents
Ratepayer's Association”,for their review and comment;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the results of that consultation be
brought back to Council along with the staff feasibility study for Council
review and approval.
(b)Councillor Humfryes
Re:Ontario Autism Program Changes
(Added Item)
WHEREAS Autism Spectrum Disorder is now recognized as the most
common neurological disorder affecting 1 in every 94 children,as well as
their friends,family and community;and
WHEREAS Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)is the scientific process based
on objective evaluation and empirically based interventions used to achieve
meaningful,generalizable and enduring behavioural change,and Intensive
Behavioural Intervention (IBI)is an application of the principles of ABA in an
intensive setting used to affect behaviour change and improvement;and
WHEREAS the current waiting list of children for IBI is over 2,000 and more
than 13,000 children await ABA;and
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has announced it intends to discontinue
IBI services to children over the age of four and provide a one-time payment
to assist with services,thereby abandoning thousands who have been wait -
listed for years;and
WHEREAS there are two service models for affected children to be treated,
the Direct Service Offering (DSO)where children receive services directly
from trained staff at Ontario's nine regional service providers,and the Direct
Funding Offering (DFO)where parents receive funding directly in order to
purchase services;and
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WHEREAS the DFO model to provide services is used in Alberta,British
Columbia and imminently Saskatchewan.Such a model is clinically rigorous
and has been identified by the Auditor General of Ontario as being less
expensive than Ontario's DSO model;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a letter be sent to
the Honourable Michael Coteau,Minister of Children and Youth Services;
Alexander Bezzina,Deputy Minister of Children and Youth Services;the
Honourable Eric Hoskins,Minister of Health and Long-Term Care;and the
Honourable Kathleen Wynne,Premier of Ontario,requesting the Province to:
1.Amend its policy to one that will allow all children on the current waiting
list to receive the IBI services promised them;and
2.Remove the age limit for IBI therapy and replace it with a program that
provides ongoing IBI services based on need and individual
development,not age;and
3.Ensure oversight by professionals and parents based on 'development
progress'criteria and milestones;and
4.Adopt a DFO model in lieu of the current DSO model;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to
the Honourable Chris Ballard,MPP for Newmarket-Aurora and all York
Region Municipalities.
9.NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION
Councillor Gaertner noted that June 21,2016,is National Aboriginal Day.
Councillor Humfryes inquired about whether there are any programs in place that
provide assistance to residents who have heritage trees on their property.Staff
indicated that,pending Council approval,a report would be submitted to the Heritage
Advisory Committee regarding this matter.
Councillor Thompson requested an update regarding cracks and water seepage in the
Skateboard Park.Staff indicated that the matter is under investigation,and that the
cracks should not affect the structural integrity of the Park.
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General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday,June 21,2016 Page 14 of 14
10.CLOSED SESSION
General Committee resolved into Closed Session to consider the following matters:
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:
Potential Purchase of Lands –15085 Yonge Street
(Added Item)
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:
Potential Purchase of Lands –Yonge Street
(Added Item)
11.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 11:26 p.m.,following Closed Session.
TOM MRAKAS,COUNCILLOR LISA LYONS,TOWN CLERK (ACTING)
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING OF JUNE 21,2016,IS
SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL BY COUNCIL ON JUNE 28,2016.
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MOTION FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS
BEEN GIVEN (June 21,2016)Councillor Tom Mrakas
Date:June 28,2016
To:Mayor and Members of Council
From:Councillor Mrakas
Re:Library Square/Downtown Traffic Management Plan
WHEREAS parking has been identified as a need for users of the Library,Cultural
Centre and businesses in the Downtown core;and
WHEREAS traffic infiltration to the secondary roads around the Downtown core has
been an ongoing concern for both residents and business owners;and
WHEREAS revitalization of the Downtown core is a high priority for the Town of Aurora;
and
WHEREAS Council has identified Library Square as the centr of the Downtown
core;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff investigate the feasibility
of the Conceptual Downtown Traffic Management Plan (conceptual plan attached to this
motion)and report back to Council in September 2016;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Conceptual Downtown Traffic Management
Plan be put forward to the Town Park Area Residents Ratepayer's Association ,for
their review and comment;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the results of that consultation be brought back to
Council along with the staff feasibility study for Council review and approval.
ATTACHMENT
Attachment 1 -Conceptual Library Square/Downtown Traffic Management Plan
Council Meeting Agenda
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Attachment 1
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MOTION FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS
BEEN GIVEN (June 21,2016)Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Date:June 28,2016
To:Mayor and Members of Council
From:Councillor Humfryes
Re:Ontario Autism Program Changes
WHEREAS Autism Spectrum Disorder is now recognized as the most common
neurological disorder affecting 1 in every 94 children,as well as their friends,family and
community;and
WHEREAS Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)is the scientific process based on
objective evaluation and empirically based interventions used to achieve meaningful,
generalizable and enduring behavioural change,and Intensive Behavioural Intervention
(IBI)is an application of the principles of ABA in an intensive setting used to affect
behaviour change and improvement;and
WHEREAS the current waiting list of children for IBI is over 2,000 and more than 13,000
children await ABA;and
WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has announced it intends to discontinue IBI services
to children over the age of four and provide a one -time payment to assist with services,
thereby abandoning thousands who have been wait-listed for years;and
WHEREAS there are two service models for affected children to be treated,the Direct
Service Offering (DSO)where children receive services directly from trained staff at
Ontario's nine regional service providers,and the Direct Funding Offering (DFO)where
parents receive funding directly in order to purchase services;and
WHEREAS the DFO model to provide services is used in Alberta,British Columbia and
imminently Saskatchewan.Such a model is clinically rigorous and has been identified
by the Auditor General of Ontario as being less expensive than Ontario's DSO model;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a letter be sent to the
Honourable Michael Coteau,Minister of Children and Youth Services;Alexander
Bezzina,Deputy Minister of Children and Youth Services;the Honourable Eric Hoskins,
Minister of Health and Long-Term Care;and the Honourable Kathleen Wynne,Premier
of Ontario,requesting the Province to:
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June 28,2016 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given
Page 2 of 2 Ontario Autism Program Changes
1.Amend its policy to one that will allow all children on the current waiting list to
receive the IBI services promised them;and
2.Remove the age limit for IBI therapy and replace it with a program that
provides ongoing IBI services based on need and individual development,
not age;and
3.Ensure oversight by professionals and parents based on 'development
progress'criteria and milestones;and
4.Adopt a DFO model in lieu of the current DSO model;and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Honourable Chris Ballard,MPP for Newmarket-Aurora and all York Region
Municipalities.
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TOWN OF AURORA
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
FOR COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday,June 28,2016
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Delegation (a)Claudio Brutto, Brutto Consulting
Re:Item 1(10)–PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and
Zoning By-law Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859, 13875, 13887
Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15 &16,Registered Plan 166,Related File:SUB-
2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03 and ZBA-2015-08
Delegation (b) Bob McRoberts, Resident
Re: By-law No. 5875-16, BEING A BY-LAW to amend Parking and Traffic
Control By-law Number 4574-04.T, as amended, with respect to Restricted
Parking Maximum Periods on various highways in the Town of Aurora.
DELEGATION REQUEST
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:
4:30 P.M.ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE:Council,June 28,2016
SUBJECT:
Item 1(10)-PDS16-047 –Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment,Ashlen Holdings Inc.,13859,13875,13887 Yonge Street,Part of Lots 15
&16,Registered Plan 166,Related File:SUB-2015-04,File Numbers:OPA-2015-03
and ZBA-2015-08
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON:CLAUDIO BRUTTO
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S)BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):ASHLEN HOLDINGS
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF DELEGATION:IDENTIFY KEY PLANNING ISSUES
FOR CONSODERATION,REPRESENT APPLICANT AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS COUNCIL MAY
HAVE.
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?MARCO RAMUNNO DATE:06/23/2016
☒I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits five (5)minutes for Delegations.
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