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AGENDA - Council - 20170131
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 7 p.m. Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Public Release January 27, 2017 Town of Aurora Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 7 p.m. Council Chambers 1. Approval of the Agenda Recommended: That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 3. Presentations 4. Delegations 5. Consent Agenda Items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine or no longer require further discussion, and are enacted in one motion. The exception to this rule is that a Member may request for one or more items to be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion and action. Recommended: That the following Consent Agenda Items, C1 to C6 inclusive, be approved: C1. General Committee Meeting Report of January 24, 2017 Recommended: Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Page 2 of 5 1. That the General Committee meeting report of January 24, 2017, be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved. C2. Council Meeting Minutes of December 13, 2016 Recommended: 1. That the Council meeting minutes of December 13, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated. C3. Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes of December 15, 2016 Recommended: 1. That the Special Council – Public Planning meeting minutes of December 15, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated. C4. Council Closed Session Minutes of January 24, 2017 (confidential attachment) Recommended: 1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of January 24, 2017, be adopted as printed and circulated. C5. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of January 24, 2017 Recommended: 1. That the Council Closed Session public minutes of January 24, 2017, be adopted as printed and circulated. C6. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of December 16, 2016 Recommended: 1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of December 16, 2016, be received for information. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Page 3 of 5 6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) R1. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Board Memberships Recommended: 1. That Councillor Sandra Humfryes replace Councillor Wendy Gaertner on the Aurora Public Library Board; and 2. That Councillor Wendy Gaertner replace Councillor Sandra Humfryes on the Aurora Cultural Centre Board; and 3. That Councillor Tom Mrakas replace Councillor Jeff Thom on the Aurora Cultural Centre Board. 7. Notices of Motion 8. Motions (a) Councillor Abel Re: Library Square (Deferred from Council meeting of December 13, 2016) (b) Councillor Abel Re: Downtown Revitalization Plan (Deferred from Council meeting of December 13, 2016) (c) Councillor Mrakas Re: Winter Maintenance Service Levels 9. Regional Report York Regional Council Highlights – December 15, 2016 Recommended: That the Regional Report of December 15, 2016, be received for information. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Page 4 of 5 10. New Business 11. Public Service Announcements 12. By-laws Recommended: That the following by-laws be enacted: (a) Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5691-15, to establish a Committee of Adjustment and appoint members to the Committee of Adjustment. (b) Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5870-16, as amended, to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. (c) Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5892-16, to appoint employees of the Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp., as Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers in the Town of Aurora. (d) Being a By-law to declare as surplus and sell municipal lands (180 Goulding Avenue). (Closed Session Report No. PBS16-084 – Item 1 – Sep. 27/16) (e) Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 4847-06.R, which designated a property to be of cultural heritage value or interest (The Enos Lundy House). (Report No. HAC14-024 – HAC Item 1 – Sep. 8/14) (f) Being a By-law to exempt Blocks 218 and 219 on Plan 65M-4462 from Part- Lot Control (Paradise Homes Leslie Inc.). (Report No. PBS17-003 – GC Item R6 – Jan. 24/17) (g) Being a By-law to appoint a Deputy Clerk and to delegate certain authority to the Deputy Clerk on behalf of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. 13. Closed Session Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Page 5 of 5 14. Confirming By-law Recommended: That the following confirming by-law be enacted: Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on January 31, 2017. 15. Adjournment Town of Aurora General Committee Meeting Report Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Attendance Council Members Councillor Thompson in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Mayor Dawe Members Absent None Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Ilmar Simanovskis, Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services, Jason Gaertner, Acting Director of Financial Services, Al Downey, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Stephanie Mackenzie- Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor, Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk, and Linda Bottos, Council/ Committee Secretary The Chair called the meeting to order at 6:58 p.m. The General Committee meeting was recessed at 6:59 p.m. and reconvened at 7:03 p.m.; and recessed at 8:46 p.m. and reconvened at 9 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following changes: Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 1 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 2 of 9 • Presentation (a) Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager, Corporate Communications, and Ilmar Simanovskis, Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services; Re: Item R1 – Report No. IES17-002 – Alternative to Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Model • Delegation (a) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident; Re: Item R4 – Report No. PRCS17-003 – Leslie Street Underpasses Construction • Withdrawn: Item R7 – Report No. PBS17-004 - Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Canadian Tire Real Estate Limited, 14700 Yonge Street, Part of Lots 76 and 77, Concession 1, File Number: ZBA-2016-05 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. 3. Presentations (a) Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications, and Ilmar Simanovskis, Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services Re: Item R1 – Report No. IES17-002 – Alternative to Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Model Ms. Mackenzie-Smith and Mr. Simanovskis presented an overview of a new, web-based, community-driven and proactive approach to traffic safety in Aurora, which will include a pilot program to be launched in February 2017. General Committee received the presentation for information. 4. Delegations (a) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident Re: Item R4 – Report No. PRCS17-003 – Leslie Street Underpasses Construction Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 2 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 3 of 9 Mr. Wehrenberg expressed his support of the staff recommendation regarding construction of the Leslie Street underpasses. He also expressed concern regarding the Barrie rail corridor expansion and requested that Council communicate with Metrolinx regarding the Town’s expectations respecting all trail crossings as set out in Aurora’s Trails Master Plan. General Committee received the comments of the delegation for information. 5. Consent Agenda General Committee recommends: That the following Consent Agenda Items, C1 to C5 inclusive, be approved: C1. IES17-001 – Facility Projects Status Report – JOC Final Report 1. That Report No. IES17-001 be received for information. C2. Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 1, 2016 1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 1, 2016, be received for information. C3. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 8, 2016 1. That the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 8, 2016, be received for information. C4. Joint Council Committee Meeting Minutes of November 29, 2016 1. That the Joint Council Committee meeting minutes of November 29, 2016, be received for information. C5. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Correspondence from HRH Prince Harry of Wales, K.C.V.O. 1. That the memorandum regarding Correspondence from HRH Prince Harry of Wales, K.C.V.O. be received for information. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 3 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 4 of 9 6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) General Committee consented to consider the items in the following order: R4, R5, R1, R2, R3, R6, and R8. Item R7 was withdrawn on approval of the agenda. R1. IES17-002 – Alternative to Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Model General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. IES17-002 be received; and 2. That funding in the amount of $30,000 be established to support the new Traffic Safety Advisory Committee model, and provided through the Development Charges reserve related to traffic management; and 3. That a new capital project, the single source procurement of PlaceSpeak in an amount up to $26,000 (excluding tax), be authorized. Carried R2. IES17-003 – Purchase Order Increase for Drain Services General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. IES17-003 be received; and 2. That the Contract for Century Drains Inc. as established through RFP IES 2014-31 be extended to the 2017 option year; and 3. That Purchase Order No. 311 in favour of Century Drains Inc. be increased by $35,000 from the amount of $70,000 to $105,000, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2017. Carried R3. PRCS17-002 – Aurora’s Multicultural Festival – Information Gathering Sessions General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. PRCS17-002 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 4 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 5 of 9 2. That the scheduling of two (2) public open houses for the purpose of gathering input from the community on the programming elements of Aurora’s Multicultural Festival be approved; and 3. That staff report back with a Terms of Reference for a Multicultural Festival Committee in the second meeting cycle of February 2017. Carried as amended R4. PRCS17-003 – Leslie Street Underpasses Construction General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. PRCS17-003 be received; and 2. That an increase in the Town of Aurora’s 50% contribution toward construction of two (2) Underpasses in the amount of $148,336 be approved; and that the budget for Project No. 73177 Regionally- approved Underpasses be increased for a total of $902,000; and 3. That The Regional Municipality of York be requested to waive the administration and inspection costs to the Town of Aurora; and 4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Cost-Sharing Agreement with The Regional Municipality of York for the construction and operation of the two Underpasses C and D as recommended by the Trails and Active Transportation Committee, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. Carried as amended R5. PBS17-001 – Applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, Coppervalley Estates Inc. 1756 St. John’s Sideroad, Part of Lot 26, Concession 3 File Numbers: SUB-2015-05 and ZBA-2015-09 General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. PBS17-001 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 5 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 6 of 9 2. That Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No. ZBA-2015-09 (Coppervalley Estates Inc.), to implement the proposed draft plan of subdivision be approved; and 3. That Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision File No. SUB-2015-05 (Coppervalley Estates Inc.), to allow the development of 109 single detached dwellings on the subject lands be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in Schedule “A” of this report; and 4. That the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be presented at a future Council meeting; and 5. That a total of 109 units of sewage capacity be allocated to the Draft Plan of Subdivision from the Town of Aurora’s portion and the water services will be provided through the inter-municipal agreement; and 6. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision Agreement, including any and all documents and all of the Agreements referenced in the Conditions of Approval, including any ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. Carried R6. PBS17-003 – Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control Paradise Homes Leslie Inc., Blocks 218 and 219 being 65R-36689 and 65R-36690, File Number: PLC-2016-13 General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. PBS17-003 be received; and 2. That the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by Paradise Homes Leslie Inc. to divide Blocks 218 and 219 on Plan 65M- 4462 into eight (8) townhouse lots be approved; and 3. That the implementing Part Lot Control Exemption By-law be presented at a future Council meeting. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 6 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 7 of 9 R8. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-01 General Committee recommends: 1. That the Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-01 be received; and 2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be approved. Carried 7. Notices of Motion (a) Councillor Mrakas Re: Winter Maintenance Service Levels Whereas residents of and businesses in Aurora have raised concerns about the adequacy of winter maintenance service levels; and Whereas the residents of and businesses in Aurora expect and deserve the best service possible at the best price; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to return the winter maintenance service levels to those in effect for the 2013-2014 winter maintenance season immediately. 8. New Business Councillor Kim advised that an additional 24 parking spaces have been made available at the GO Transit Station in Aurora. Councillor Humfryes announced that a grand re-opening of the Aw, Shucks! restaurant will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2017. Councillor Abel inquired about previous reports regarding snow removal service levels. Staff noted that two reports were submitted to Council in 2014, regarding the service level review and award of tender, and agreed to provide these reports to Council prior to the next Council meeting. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 7 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 8 of 9 Councillor Abel inquired about communications with Metrolinx regarding the Barrie corridor expansion and railroad crossings in Aurora. Staff provided a response and indicated that a working group has been established. Councillor Abel inquired about the Wellington Street underpass east of John West Way. Staff confirmed that Council has approved funding for a feasibility study to determine the feasibility of constructing an underpass under Wellington Street. Councillor Mrakas inquired about whether the service levels of all York Region municipalities respecting snow removal could be included in future reporting. Staff indicated that this information will be provided. Councillor Mrakas announced that the 2017 Annual York Region Character Community Awards will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 2017. He noted that he forwarded the nomination package to all Council members and he encouraged Council to submit nominations by the deadline of Monday, February 13, 2017. Councillor Humfryes noted that the Bell “Let’s Talk Day” would begin at midnight and that Bell would pledge five cents toward mental health initiatives for every text, phone call or social media interaction using the hashtag #bellletstalk sent throughout Wednesday, January 25, 2017. Councillor Thompson commended staff and all those who were involved in the audio/visual upgrade to Council Chambers. 9. Closed Session None 10. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:52 p.m. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 8 of 9 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 9 of 9 _________________________________ _________________________________ Michael Thompson, Councillor Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk The report of the General Committee meeting of January 24, 2017, is subject to final approval and Council endorsement of the recommendations on January 31, 2017. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C1 Page 9 of 9 Town of Aurora Council Meeting Minutes Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, December 13, 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 Corporate Services, Ilmar Simanovskis, Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services, Dan Elliott, Director of Financial Services, Al Downey, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor, Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk, and Samantha Yew, Council/ Committee Secretary The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. On a motion of Councillor Mrakas seconded by Councillor Thompson, Council consented to extend the hour past 10:30 p.m. in accordance with subsection 3.16(a) of the Procedural By- law. 1. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 1 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 2 of 25 2. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following additions, be approved: • Delegation (a) Jim Helkie, Resident, Re: Item 1(2) IES16-088 – Award of Recycling and Garbage Contract for Northern Six Partnership • Delegation (b) Geraldine and Sunny Matheson, Residents, Re: Item 8 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2016 • Item 7 – Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2016 • Item 8 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2016 Carried 3. Adoption of the Minutes Special Council Meeting Minutes of November 22, 2016 Council Meeting Minutes of November 22, 2016 Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes of November 30, 2016 Special Council – Workshop Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2016 Special Council Meeting Minutes of December 6, 2016 Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of November 22, 2016 Special Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes of December 6, 2016 Mayor Dawe announced that, at the Special Council Closed Session meeting of November 22, 2016, Council appointed Nick Racanelli to the Committee of Adjustment. Mayor Dawe announced that, at the Special Council Closed Session meeting of December 6, 2016, Council appointed the following applicants to the Aurora Design Review Panel for Heritage Properties: Mr. Gary Templeton, Ms. Andrea Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 2 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 3 of 25 Bourrie, Mr. David Travers-Gillespie, Mr. Michael Barker, and Ms. Michelle N. Tremblay. Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Kim That the minutes of the Council meeting of November 22, 2016, the Special Council meetings of November 22 and December 6, 2016, the Special Council Closed Session meetings of November 22 and December 6, 2016, the Special Council – Public Planning meeting of November 30, 2016, and the Special Council – Workshop meeting of December 5, 2016, be adopted as printed and circulated. Carried 4. Presentations (a) Adrian Kawun, Manager, Service Planning, YRT/Viva Re: 2017 Annual Service Plan Mr. Kawun gave a presentation outlining the York Region Transit (YRT)/Viva services and service areas, the YRT/Viva initiatives within the Town of Aurora, and the implementation of the 2017 Annual Service Plan. Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim That the presentation be received for information. Carried (b) Brent Kopperson, Executive Director, Windfall Ecology Centre Re: Update on Windfall Ecology Centre Mr. Kopperson provided a review of Windfall Ecology Centre’s 2016 achievements, and outlined the Centre’s next steps for 2017. Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thom That the presentation be received for information. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 3 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 4 of 25 5. Public Service Announcements Councillor Gaertner expressed appreciation for the Town’s Tree Lighting Ceremony held on December 7, 2016. Councillor Humfryes noted her attendance at the Fred Penner Family Christmas Concert event held at the Aurora Cultural Centre on December 10, 2016. Mayor Dawe noted that holiday hours for the Town’s municipal offices and facilities may be found in the December 15 and 22, 2016 editions of the Town’s Notice Board, and at aurora.ca. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Town will be pruning municipal trees on several streets in Aurora from November 2016 to January 2017, and that more information may be found at aurora.ca. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Town has implemented a Winter Overnight Parking Pilot Program which allows residents to park overnight on residential streets, as long as the Town has not called a snow event, and noted that details may be found at aurora.ca/snow. Mayor Dawe advised that residents may now register online for winter programs, activities and aquatics, and that details can be found in the Winter 2017 Parks, Recreation & Culture Program Guide and at aurora.ca/recguide. Mayor Dawe announced that the Aurora Public Library will be hosting Library Lego Days on Saturday, December 17, 2016, and a Women’s Meet-Up to connect women of diverse backgrounds on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. He noted that more information may be found by visiting aurorapl.ca. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Town’s skateboard park, tennis courts and pickle ball courts are closed for the season. Mayor Dawe announced that the Aurora Seniors’ Centre is arranging a trip to Niagara Fallsview Casino on Wednesday, January 25, 2017, and that more information may be found by contacting the Aurora Seniors’ Centre. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 4 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 5 of 25 Mayor Dawe mentioned that the Aurora Community Blood Donor Clinic will be operating a blood donor clinic on Thursday, December 22, 2016, from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Aurora Legion located at 105 Industrial Parkway North. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Aurora’s Borealis will be taking place in Town Park from Friday, December 15, 2016, to February 20, 2017, every evening from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Aurora’s Family First Night will be held on Saturday, December 31, 2016, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, and noted that full details may be found at aurora.ca/firstnight. 6. Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion Items 1(2), 1(6), 1(20), 3, 4, and 8 were identified for discussion. These items were discussed in the following order: 8, 1(2), 3, 1(6), and 1(20), and 4. 7. Adoption of Items Not Requiring Separate Discussion Items 1 (with the exception of sub-items 2, 6, and 20), 2, 5, 6, and 7 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 December 6, 2016 That the General Committee meeting report of December 6, 2016, be received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved: (1) CAO16-007 – Update on Collaborative Municipal Initiatives of the Six Northern Municipalities of York Region Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 5 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 6 of 25 1. That Report No. CAO16-007 be received for information. (3)CS16-014 – Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Terms of Reference 1.That Report No. CS16-014 be received; and 2.That the Terms of Reference for the Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee, Attachment 2 to this report, be approved; and 3.That staff be directed to commence recruitment. (4)FS16-037 – 2017 Interim Property Tax Levy 1.That Report No. FS16-037 be received; and 2.That a by-law be adopted to authorize the levying of 2017 Interim Property Taxes on all rateable properties and to establish installment due dates. (5)FS16-038 – 2016 Surplus Control By-law 1.That Report No. FS16-038 be received; and 2.That a by-law be adopted to authorize the Treasurer and the Chief Administrative Officer to make any necessary year-end financial adjustments and to allocate any 2016 Operating Fund surplus in the following order of priority: i.That any unspent funds from various reserve funds allocated in the 2016 Budget for specific expenditures be returned to the respective original reserve fund sources from which they came; and ii.That any net Building Permit revenue surplus/deficit be allocated to/funded from the Building Permit Fees Reserve; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 6 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 7 of 25 iii. That the remainder of any surplus be allocated to budget carry- forward items, being Council approved special projects or initiatives funded in the Operating Fund in the subject year, but not started by year end; and iv. That up to a maximum of $389,600.00 of any then remaining surplus be allocated to the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve Fund to assist with the stabilization of tax rates in future years which may be subject to fluctuations due to significant changes in service levels or municipal costs, or changes in expected revenues; and v. That the remainder of any surplus be allocated proportionately to the tax rate funded Repair & Replacement reserves; and Or, alternatively, in the event of a year-end operating deficit, that adjustments i. and ii. above are authorized, with the remaining net shortfall being funded from the Tax Rate Stabilization reserve; and 3. That the provisions made within By-law 5928-16 be adopted to authorize the Treasurer and the Chief Administrative Officer to allocate any 2016 surplus or alternatively fund any deficit in the Water, Wastewater, or Stormwater budgets to or from the appropriate related reserve accounts; and 4. That the adjustments authorized herein are to occur with an effective date of December 31, 2016, and which may be made prior to or after December 31, 2016; and 5. That the Treasurer and Chief Administrative Officer report to Council through General Committee after the year-end surplus/deficit control adjustments and allocations have been performed. (7) IES16-090 – Acceptance of Municipal Services, Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd., Registered Plan 65M-4084 1. That Report No. IES16-090 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 7 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 8 of 25 2. That ownership, operation and maintenance of the works within the roads, rights-of-way and other lands dedicated to the Town as contained within Registered Plan 65M-4084, being Brookvalley Development Residential Subdivision, be assumed; and 3. That the necessary by-law be brought forward for enactment to assume for public use the highways within Registered Plan 65M-4084 and to establish as public highway any applicable reserves. (8) PBS16-096 – Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control, Countrywide Homes at Aurora, Blocks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, Plan 65M-4467, File Number: PLC-2016-14, Related File Numbers: SUB-2011-04, ZBA-2011-12 1. That Report No. PBS16-96 be received; and 2. That the Application for Exemption from Part Lot Control submitted by Countrywide Homes at Aurora to divide Blocks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, Plan 65M-4467, into 33 townhouse lots, be approved; and 3. That the implementing Part Lot Control Exemption by-law be presented at a future Council meeting. (9) PBS16-097 – Delegated Development Agreements, 2016 Summary Report 1. That Report No. PBS16-097 be received for information. (10) PBS16-101 – Planning Applications Status List 1. That Report No. PBS16-101 be received for information. (11) Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of October 25, 2016 1. That the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting minutes of October 25, 2016, be received for information. (12) Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of November 2, 2016 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 8 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 9 of 25 1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of November 2, 2016, be received; and 2. 2017 Draft Repair & Replacement Capital Project Referred from Special General Committee – 2017 Capital Budget Meeting of October 15, 2016; Re: Capital Project 72259 – Victoria Hall – Accessibility Ramp Installation (a) That Capital Project 72259 – Victoria Hall – Accessibility Ramp Installation be approved as an initial accessible feature; and (b) That an accessible entranceway with automatic door openers and an accessible universal washroom be approved; and (c) That additional accessible features to facilitate possible future uses of the building, including visual and audible building alert and alarm signals, be considered; and (d) That any future proposed renovation plans for Victoria Hall be submitted to the Accessibility Advisory Committee for review and comment. (13) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of November 14, 2016 1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of November 14, 2016, be received; and 1. HAC16-015 – Heritage Permit Application, 70-72 Centre Street, File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-16-09 (a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-03 be approved to permit the demolition of a 9.25m2 accessory structure (mudroom); and (b) That, in the removal of the 9.25m2 accessory structure, that the Owner minimize any damage to the main building. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 9 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 10 of 25 2. HAC16-016 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Registrar of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 111 Metcalfe Street (a) That the property located at 111 Metcalfe Street be removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. New Business Motion No. 1 1. That staff investigate opportunities for signage to identify the North East Heritage District. (14) Memorandum from Mayor Dawe, Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights – October 28, 2016 1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights – October 28, 2016, be received for information. (15) PRCS16-048 – Award of Tender PRS 2016-59 Construction of Multi- Purpose Synthetic Turf Sports Field at Stewart Burnett Park 1. That Report No. PRCS16-048 be received; and 2. That Tender PRS 2016-59 Construction of Multi-Purpose Synthetic Turf Sports Field at Stewart Burnett Park be awarded to Rutherford Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $1,956,936, excluding taxes; and 3. 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. (16) PBS16-091 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment, Leslie – Wellington Developments Inc., 1289 Wellington Street East, Part of Block 13 and Part of Block 2, Plan Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 10 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 11 of 25 65M-3436, File Numbers: SUB-2016-01, OPA-2016-01 and ZBA-2016-03 1. That Report No. PBS16-091 be received; and 2. That Application to Amend the Official Plan File No. OPA-2016-01 (Leslie – Wellington Developments Inc.) to re-designate the land use to allow single detached uses on the subject lands be approved; and 3. That Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File No. ZBA-2016-03 (Leslie – Wellington Developments Inc.) to implement the proposed draft plan of subdivision be approved; and 4. That Application for Draft Plan of Subdivision File No. SUB-2016-01 (Leslie – Wellington Developments Inc.), to allow the development of 145 single detached dwellings on the subject lands be approved, subject to the conditions outlined in Schedule “A” of this report; and 5. That the implementing Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments be presented at a future Council Meeting; and 6. That a total of 145 units of water and sewage capacity be allocated to the Draft Plan of Subdivision; and 7. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute a Subdivision Agreement, including any and all documents and all of the Agreements referenced in the Conditions of Draft Plan Approval, including any ancillary agreements required to give effect to same. (17) Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of November 17, 2016 1. That the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting minutes of November 17, 2016, be received; and 1. Proposed New Terms of Reference for Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 11 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 12 of 25 (a) That the proposed new Terms of Reference for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee be endorsed and implemented in 2017. New Business Motion No. 1 (a) That staff be directed to investigate the feasibility of control and/or eradication of invasive species in Aurora and report back. New Business Motion No. 2 (a) That the development of Library Square be endorsed. (18) Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes of November 18, 2016 1. That the Trails and Active Transportation Committee meeting minutes of November 18, 2016, be received; and 1. Extract from Council Meeting of October 11, 2016 Re: Item 1(6), Report No. PRCS16-044 – Leslie Street Underpasses Construction (a) That the construction of Leslie Street Underpass C be approved and funded as recommended by staff in Report No. PRCS16-044. New Business Motion No. 1 (a) That the proposed option to demolish the former library at 56 Victoria Street, and the former seniors centre at 52 Victoria Street, be endorsed; and (b) That any development proposal criteria include affordable housing or mixed uses. New Business Motion No. 2 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 12 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 13 of 25 (a) That staff be directed to investigate the possibility of cost sharing with the Town of Newmarket in the construction of Leslie Street Underpass C; and (b) That any potential cost sharing not be contingent on the approval of the Town of Aurora’s 50 per cent share in the construction costs of Leslie Street Underpass C. (19) Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of November 24, 2016 1. That the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes of November 24, 2016, be received; and New Business Motion No. 1 (a) That staff be directed to investigate the feasibility of eliminating single-use plastic bottles at all Town facilities, and report back; and (b) That a “bring your own bottle” initiative be implemented at all Town facilities. New Business Motion No. 2 (a) That the concept plans for Library Square and Town Park, and removal of the former library and seniors centre, be endorsed; and (b) That green and sustainable development aspects are incorporated in the final designs. New Business Motion No. 3 (a) That staff be directed to investigate the feasibility of containment or removal of phragmites, and report back to Council within the first quarter of 2017; and (b) That a public education strategy be developed, regarding phragmites, dog-strangling vine, and Japanese knotwood. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 13 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 14 of 25 New Business Motion No. 4 (a) That staff be directed to investigate the feasibility of joining the ClimateWise Business Network. 2. Special General Committee – 2017 Operating Budget Review Meeting Minutes of November 14, November 21, and November 28-29, 2016 1. That the Special General Committee – 2017 Operating Budget Review meeting minutes of November 14, November 21, and November 28-29, 2016, be received for information. 5. Memorandum from Director of Financial Services/Treasurer Re: 2016 Operating Budget Forecast Update – as of October 31, 2016 1. That the memorandum regarding 2016 Operating Budget Forecast Update – as of October 31, 2016, be received for information. 6. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights – November 25, 2016 1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights – November 25, 2016, be received for information. 7. Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2016 1. That the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 5, 2016, be received for information. Carried 8. Delegations (a) Jim Helkie, Resident Re: Item 1(2) IES16-088 – Award of Recycling and Garbage Contract for Northern Six Partnership Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 14 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 15 of 25 Mr. Helkie expressed concerns regarding the current waste service provider and spoke in opposition of awarding the recycling and waste contract. Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Thom That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1(2). Carried (b) Geraldine and Sunny Matheson, Residents Re: Item 8 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2016 Ms. Geraldine Matheson, of 52 Harrison Avenue, spoke in support of removing her house from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Kim That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 8. Carried 9. Consideration of Items Requiring Separate Discussion 1. General Committee Meeting Report of December 6, 2016 (2) IES16-088 – Award of Recycling and Garbage Collection Contract for Northern Six Partnership Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim 1. That Report No. IES16-088 be received; and 2. That Tender CRP2016-0210 for the collection of recycling and garbage materials be awarded to Green For Life Environmental Inc. for a period of eight (8) years starting January 1, 2018; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 15 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 16 of 25 3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk, in concert with the other five (5) municipalities of the Northern Six Municipalities of York Region, be authorized to execute the necessary Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same; and 4. That the 2018 contract award value be $2,290,000 excluding taxes for Aurora’s waste collection cost; and 5. That annual increases be based on the cost escalation protocol established in the tender documents based on established inflationary benchmarks; and 6. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be authorized to renew Tender CRP2016-0210 for an additional two (2), one (1) year optional years, pending an annual analysis and satisfactory performance review, for a total contract duration of up to ten (10) years; and 7. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be authorized to approve additional expenditures within the scope of the contract to an amount up to the approved annual operating budget for these services over the term of the contract. Carried 1. General Committee Meeting Report of December 6, 2016 (6) IES16-089 – Purchase Order Increase for HVAC Services Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That Report No. IES16-089 be received; and 2. That the Contract for Carmichael Engineering Ltd, and Dunlis Mechanical Services as established through RFP IES 2015-35 be extended to the 2017 option year; and 3. That Purchase Order No. 713 in favour of Carmichael Engineering Ltd. be increased by $170,000 from the amount of $125,000 to $295,000, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2016 and 2017; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 16 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 17 of 25 4. That Purchase Order No. 714 in favour of Dunlis Mechanical Services be increased by $270,000 from the amount of $125,000 to $395,000, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2016 and 2017. Carried 1. General Committee Meeting Report of December 6, 2016 (20) Correspondence from Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), dated December 1, 2016, Re: Federal Infrastructure Phase 2 Incrementality Resolution Motion to refer Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Mrakas 1. That the Correspondence from Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), dated December 1, 2016, regarding Federal Infrastructure Phase 2 Incrementality Resolution, be referred to staff to investigate and report back regarding options endorsed by other Councils regarding this matter, including the Region of Halton’s motion regarding Federal Infrastructure Program/Incrementality Rules. Motion to refer Carried 3. FS16-039 – 2017 Operating Budget Final Approval On a motion of Councillor Abel seconded by Councillor Humfryes, Council consented to consider Item 3 prior to consideration of Item 1(6). Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Mrakas 1. That Report No. FS16-039 be received; and 2. That the 2017 Operating Budget summarized in Attachment 1 which reflects all revisions recommended for approval by the Budget Committee, resulting in a total tax levy of $41,821,700 and a total expenditure plan of $60,814,800, and an estimated 3.1% tax increase on the Aurora share, and a 2.4% residential tax bill increase when combined with the regional Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 17 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 18 of 25 and education shares of the tax bill, be approved; and 3. That the Town’s full-time staff complement be increased by nine (9) to 221 (excluding Library Board and Central York Fire Services staff) as presented in Attachment 2 and funded in the 2017 Operating Budget; and 4. That staff prepare the necessary bylaw for adoption by Council to set 2017 tax rates and payment dates. On a recorded vote the main motion Carried Yeas: 9 Nays: 0 Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim, Pirri, Mrakas, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe Voting Nays: None 4. FS16-040 – 2017 Budget Exclusions Report Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Mrakas 1. That Report No. FS16-040 be received for information. Carried 8. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2016 On a motion of Councillor Thom seconded by Councillor Pirri, Council consented to consider Item 8 prior to consideration of Item 1(2). Council considered the Items from the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes in the following order: Items 3, 1, 2, 4, and 5. Councillor Pirri advised that he was raising a point of order regarding Council members exceeding their speaking time limits. Mayor Dawe ruled that only Heritage Advisory Committee Item 3 was moved at that time, and Councillors would be allowed to speak to the other items. Councillor Pirri challenged the Chair, and Council voted in favour of the Chair’s ruling. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 18 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 19 of 25 1. HAC16-017 – Heritage Permit Application, 82 Centre Street, File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-16-10 Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri (a) That the following components of Heritage Permit Application NE- HCD-HPA-16-10 be approved with the following conditions: i. The proposed double-hung windows on the west side of the front elevation are proportioned to the satisfaction of Planning and Building Services; and ii. The stucco columns be amended in design and materials to the satisfaction of Planning and Building Services; and iii. The two-panel Front Door be changed to an arts and craft style door that incorporates glazing; and iv. The picture window (in place of the Patio Door) on the east side of the front elevation be revised to a 6 over 1 double-hung window; and v. The sliding vinyl windows on the west elevation be replaced with 1 or 4 vertical over 1 cottage windows; and Clause (a) of the main motion Carried (b) That Legal Services continue to explore the possibility of laying charges against the owner for the removal of the window openings on the east elevation and report back to Council and the Heritage Advisory Committee. Clause (b) of the main motion Carried 2. HAC16-018 – Heritage Permit Application, 15032 Yonge Street File Number: IV-HPA-16-11 Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 19 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 20 of 25 (a) That Heritage Permit Application IV-HPA-16-11 be approved to remove the existing 39.4m2 addition and construct a new 63m2 addition and accessibility ramp; and (b) That staff ensure the structural integrity of the original structure is maintained during the building permit process. Carried Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Mrakas 1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 12, 2016, be received; and 3. HAC16-019 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 52 Harrison Avenue (a) That the property located at 52 Harrison Avenue remain listed on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and (b) That the owners continue working with staff to ensure any proposed new dwelling maintains the heritage character of the area. Defeated Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Pirri 1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 12, 2016, be received; and 3. HAC16-019 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 52 Harrison Avenue (a) That the property located at 52 Harrison Avenue be removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 20 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 21 of 25 (b) That the owners continue working with staff to ensure any proposed new dwelling maintains the heritage character of the area. Carried 4. HAC16-020 – Proposed Demolition of Existing Rear Addition and Accessory Structure to a Listed Heritage Building, 23 Mosley Street Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thom (a) That the proposed demolition of the accessory structure at 23 Mosley Street be approved; and (b) That a structural report prepared by a structural engineer be submitted to Planning and Building Services to address the following: i. The nature of the structural deficiencies of the 59.5m2 rear addition; and ii. The structural stability of the original (retained) structure should the 59.5m2 rear addition be removed; and (c) That the proposed two storey rear addition is supported in principle, subject to the following: i. That the height of the addition is reduced to match the height of the original (retained) structure; and (d) That the proposed front porch be approved subject to the following: i. The Gothic features of the front elevation and porch be removed; and (e) That the Owners of 23 Mosley Street submit a letter to Planning and Building Services in support and commitment of the future designation of the property located at 23 Mosley Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 21 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 22 of 25 (f) That the structural report and revised elevations be brought back to a future Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting for review. Carried 5. HAC16-021 – Heritage Permit Application, 74 Centre Street, File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-16-12 Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Thom (a) That the proposed one-storey single family dwelling, as part of Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-12, be approved provided that the comments received by the applicant in delegation are found to conform to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan. Carried Councillor Pirri raised a point of privilege in response to a comment made by Mayor Dawe. Mayor Dawe clarified his statement. Councillor Thom raised a point of privilege in response to a comment made by Mayor Dawe. Mayor Dawe clarified his statement. 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: Library Square; and (b) Councillor Abel Re: Downtown Revitalization Plan Motion to defer Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thom Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 22 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 23 of 25 That Motion (a) Councillor Abel, Re: Library Square and Motion (b) Councillor Abel, Re: Downtown Revitalization Plan, be deferred to the Council meeting of January 31, 2017. Motion to defer Carried 11. Regional Report York Regional Council Highlights – November 17, 2016 Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri That the Regional Report of November 17, 2016, be received for information. Carried 12. New Business/General Information Councillor Thompson expressed appreciation to staff for bringing forward further information regarding the 2016 Operating Budget Forecast. Councillor Abel requested an update regarding the Winter Overnight Parking Pilot Program in relation to the recent snow event. Staff provided an update and indicated that the snow clearing was successful. Councillor Humfryes inquired about the process to nominate municipalities for awards from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). New Business Motion No. 1 Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Gaertner 1. That staff provide a quarterly report to Council on waste collection service levels, including improvements in service, potential problems, and problem areas within the Town. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 23 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 24 of 25 Councillor Thom inquired about the notice provisions for additional items to the agenda and requested that information be provided to Council regarding the rules and criteria. 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: 5928-16 Being a By-law to allocate any 2016 Operating Fund surplus and any 2016 Water and Wastewater Operating Fund surplus or deficit. 5933-16 Being a By-law to levy Interim Property Taxes for the 2017 taxation year. 5934-16 Being a By-law to exempt Blocks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 on Plan 65M-4467 from Part-Lot Control (Country Wide Homes at Aurora Inc.). 5935-16 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5870-16, to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. 5936-16 Being a By-law to assume highways on Plan 65M-4084 for public use (Brookvalley Developments (Aurora) Ltd.). 5940-16 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5465-12, as amended, to appoint Building Inspectors for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. Carried Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Thom That the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5937-16 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on December 13, 2016. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 24 of 25 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Page 25 of 25 14. Closed Session None 15. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim That the meeting be adjourned at 10:54 p.m. Carried _________________________________ _________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk The minutes of the Council meeting of December 13, 2016, are subject to final approval by Council on January 31, 2017. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C2 Page 25 of 25 Town of Aurora Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Thursday, December 15, 2016 Attendance Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim, Pirri (arrived 7:02 p.m.), Thom, and Thompson Members Absent Councillors Humfryes and Mrakas Other Attendees Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Glen Letman, Manager of Development Planning, Marty Rokos, Planner, Samantha Yew, Acting Deputy Clerk, and Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Secretary The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 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 Kim Seconded by Councillor Thom That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C3 Page 1 of 4 Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Thursday, December 15, 2016 Page 2 of 4 3. Planning Applications Mayor Dawe outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the public meeting. The Acting Deputy Clerk confirmed that the appropriate notice had been given in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act. 1. PBS16-103 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Worthman & Cwenar, 19-21 Machell Avenue, Lot 5, Registered Plan No. 36, File Number: ZBA-2016-11 Planning Staff The Manager of Development Planning, Mr. Glen Letman, presented an overview of the application and staff report respecting the proposal to rezone the subject lands from “Central Commercial (C2) Zone” to “Special Mixed Density Residential (R5-X) Exception Zone” to allow for a severance of the lands, containing an existing semi-detached home, into two separate residential lots. He noted that the subject lands are designated as “Stable Neighbourhoods” by the Town’s Official Plan, which permits primarily ground- related housing forms including single-detached and semi-detached residential uses. Consultant Mr. Gary Templeton, of Templeton Planning Ltd. and representing the applicant, noted that the existing semi-detached dwelling on the subject lands is not designated but is included on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. He briefly reviewed the proposed site plan and application, and noted that the applicant is in the process of refurbishing the interior and exterior of the semi-detached dwelling in a manner that is sensitive to the heritage attributes of the existing building. Public Comments No members of the public came forward. Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri 1. That Report No. PBS16-103 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C3 Page 2 of 4 Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Thursday, December 15, 2016 Page 3 of 4 2. That comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by Planning and Building Services in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future General Committee meeting. Carried 2. PBS16-104 – Application for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment, The Gathering Place of Aurora, 210 Edward Street, Part of Block B & C Edward Street, Reg. Plan 488, Part 1, 65R13909, File Numbers: OPA-2016-02 and ZBA- 2016-06, Related File Number: SP-2016-09 Planning Staff The Planner, Mr. Marty Rokos, presented an overview of the application and staff report respecting the proposal to re-designate the subject lands to permit a place of worship use, and to amend the Zoning By-law to expand the place of worship use to the entire building, with site specific zoning provisions for parking, manoeuvring, curbs, and parking setbacks. He noted that the site plan application proposes the development of a new front entrance and reorganization of the parking area. Mr. Rokos advised that the subject lands are designated as “Existing Employment – Light Industrial/Service” and “Public Parkland” by the Town’s Official Plan, and are zoned as “General Industrial (M2-9) Exception Zone”. Consultant Mr. Mike Crough, of IBI Group and representing the applicant, provided a brief overview of the purpose of the applications, and context including the concept floor and site plans. Public Comments No members of the public came forward. Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That Report No. PBS16-104 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C3 Page 3 of 4 Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Thursday, December 15, 2016 Page 4 of 4 2. That comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by Planning and Building Services in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future General Committee meeting. Carried 4. Reading of By-law Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Pirri That the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5939-16 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Special Council – Public Planning Meeting on December 15, 2016. Carried 5. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Thompson That the meeting be adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Carried _________________________________ _________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Samantha Yew, Acting Deputy Clerk The minutes of the Special Council – Public Planning meeting of December 15, 2016, are subject to final approval by Council on January 31, 2017. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C3 Page 4 of 4 Town of Aurora Council Closed Session Public Minutes Leksand Room Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Attendance Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes (arrived 5:58 p.m.), Kim, Mrakas, Pirri (arrived 6:02 p.m.), Thom, and Thompson Members Absent None Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, CAO (arrived at 10:10 p.m.), Sandra McKenzie, Manager, Human Resources (departed 10:49 p.m.), and Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk The Chair called the meeting to order at 5:50 p.m. Council consented to recess at 5:52 p.m. to resolve into a Closed Session. Council consented to recess the Closed Session at 6:41 p.m. and reconvene into Closed Session at 10:03 p.m., following the General Committee meeting. Council reconvened into open session at 10:59 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Mrakas That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following addition, be approved: Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C5 Page 1 of 4 Council Closed Session Public Minutes Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 2 of 4 •Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town or Local Board employees (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Verbal Update from CAO, Re: Personnel Matter Carried 2.Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. 3.Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Mrakas That Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matters: 1.Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town or Local Board employees (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: CAO Performance Review (Verbal Report) 2.Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town or Local Board employees (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CS17-003 – Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Appointments 3.Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a Town or Local Board employee (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Verbal Update from CAO, Re: Personnel Matter (Added Item) Carried Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Kim That the Council Closed Session be reconvened into open session to rise and report from Closed Session. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C5 Page 2 of 4 Council Closed Session Public Minutes Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 3 of 4 1.Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town or Local Board employees (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: CAO Performance Review (Verbal Report) Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Kim That the CAO Performance Review (Verbal Report) be received for information. Carried 2.Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town or Local Board employees (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CS17-003 – Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Appointments Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Mrakas That the confidential direction to staff in respect to Closed Session Report No. CS17-003 – Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Appointments be confirmed. Carried Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Gaertner That Section 6.3 of the Town of Aurora’s Policy for Ad Hoc/Advisory Committees and Local Boards be waived to allow an applicant to be appointed to the Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee. Carried 3. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Town or Local Board employees (section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Verbal Update from CAO, Re: Personnel Matter Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Kim Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C5 Page 3 of 4 Council Closed Session Public Minutes Tuesday, January 24, 2017 Page 4 of 4 That the Verbal Update from CAO, Re: Personnel Matter, be received for information. Carried 4. By-laws Moved by Councillor Mrakas Seconded by Councillor Thom That the following confirming by-law be enacted: 5941-16 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Closed Session Meeting on January 24, 2017. Carried 5. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes That the meeting be adjourned at 11:00 p.m. Carried _________________________________ _________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk The minutes of the Council Closed Session of January 24, 2017, are subject to final approval by Council on January 31, 2017. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item C5 Page 4 of 4 Memorandum Date: January 31, 2017 To: Members of Council From: Mayor Geoffrey Dawe Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of December 16, 2016 Recommendation That Council: Receive the correspondence for information Endorse the recommendations Provide direction 100 John West Way Box 1000 Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4746 Email: mayor@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca Town of Aurora Office of the Mayor Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 3W3 E-mail: info@LSRCA.on.ca Website: www.LSRCA.on.ca Announcements: LSRCA New Board Member Chair Dawe announced that Georgina Deputy Mayor/Regional Councillor Naomi Davison has been newly appointed to LSRCA’s Board of Directors to fill the position left vacant upon the passing of Georgina Deputy Mayor/Regional Councillor Danny Wheeler. Board members welcomed Regional Councillor Davison to the meeting. Presentations: Enhancing Education and Celebrating Success Manager, Education, Nicole Hamley, and Outreach Educator, Dana Eldon, provided the Board with a presentation regarding Enhancing Education and Celebrating Success. LSRCA’s Strategic Plan 2016- 2020 Goal No. 3 states: Create a more connected and engaged watershed community through education and engagement. They outlined LSRCA’s education services areas, which include Outdoor Education at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area, Watershed-Wide Outreach Education, and Conservation Kids Summer Camp at Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area. The Education team members highlighted their plans into 2017, which includes the launch of three additional Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) certification courses, teacher professional development workshops, Schoolscaping pilot with Simcoe County District School Board, and the Nature Backpack pilot project in Aurora & Newmarket public libraries. Board members expressed a particular interest in the Nature Backpack project in public libraries and requested additional information on how to get more municipalities involved. This presentation is available through the following link: Enhancing Education and Celebrating Success. Wildlife Safe Passage Program Integrated Watershed Management Specialist, Kaitlyn Read, provided the Board with her presentation on the Wildlife Safe Passage Project, a project geared at reducing the road mortality rate for migrating turtles, as well as other herptiles. The project began with monitoring of various locations for one year, the results of which saw 7.4 animals killed per week during spring and fall. By installing simple retrofit ecopassages (fencing) between wetland and upland habitat where turtles are likely to migrate, the post-installation monitoring showed a significant decline of over 90% in turtle deaths. Going forward, staff hopes to continue monitoring and encourage changes to municipal policy requiring ecopassages be installed where new roads pass through wildlife hotspots. Educating the public on the importance of road ecology, creating a guidance manual for ecopassage implementation in the Lake Simcoe watershed, as well as municipal Lunch and Learns, are some of the initiatives staff are working to achieve. This presentation is available through the following link: The Wildlife Safe Passage Project. Board Meeting Highlights December 16, 2016 LSRCA Board of Directors Meeting Highlights – December 16, 2016 Page 2 of 3 Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 3W3 E-mail: info@LSRCA.on.ca Website: www.LSRCA.on.ca LSRCA 2017 Preliminary Budget Manager, Finance, Katherine Toffan, provided the Board with a presentation on LSRCA’s 2017 Preliminary Budget, noting that the budget is close to 90% final, but some numbers are still to come after year end. She outlined the assumptions and budget drivers, as well as changes in revenue funding and 2017 expenditures. CAO Walters noted that the Board Budget Committee held its first meeting in November, and staff look forward to the Committee’s input. This presentation is available through the following link: 2017 Preliminary Budget. Correspondence and Staff Reports: Correspondence The Board received a copy of a November 4, 2016 letter to Kim Gavine of Conservation Ontario from the Honourable Kathryn McGarry, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, regarding the Invasive Species Act. Budget Status Report The Board received Staff Report No. 50-16-BOD, prepared by Manager, Finance, Katherine Toffan, which provided the Board with a summary of revenues and expenditures for the period ending November 30, 2016, as it relates to the 2016 budget approved by the Board on April 29, 2016. Offsetting Compensation Funding Reserves The Board approved Staff Report No. 51-16-BOD prepared by General Manager, Planning & Development, Rob Baldwin, which sought the Board’s approval on establishing three (3) new Offsetting Compensation Fund Reserves within the System Priorities and Program Reserves category within the existing Authority schedule of reserves. Provincial Grants supporting Lake Simcoe Protection Plan-Related Projects The Board received Staff Report No. 52-16-BOD prepared by General Manager, Integrated Watershed Management, Ben Longstaff, which provided the Board of Directors with a summary of new Grant Funding Agreements between LSRCA and the Province of Ontario for Lake Simcoe Protection Plan (LSPP) related projects. Subwatershed Plan and Implementation Plan for the Canal and Mitchell Lakes, Talbot River and Whites Creek Subwatersheds The Board approved Staff Report No. 53-16-BOD prepared by Manager, Integrated Watershed Management, Bill Thompson, which sought the Board’s approval for the Subwatershed Plan and Implementation Plan for the Canal and Mitchell Lakes, Talbot River and Whites Creek subwatersheds. LSRCA Board of Directors Meeting Highlights – December 16, 2016 Page 3 of 3 Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 3W3 E-mail: info@LSRCA.on.ca Website: www.LSRCA.on.ca 2017 Conservation Lands Fee Schedule The Board approved Staff Report No. 54-16-BOD prepared by General Manager, Conservation Lands, which provided the Board of Directors with an update on the existing Conservation Lands Fee Schedule and sought approval of the revised 2017 Conservation Lands Fee Schedule. LSRCA Mosquito Spraying Policy The Board approved Staff Report No. 55-16-BOD prepared by General Manager, Conservation Lands, which provided the Board of Directors with an update on the existing mosquito spraying policy and to seek Board approval on the revised policy. Township of Ramara Correspondence of December 13, 2016 The Board approved an amended recommendation regarding Staff Report No. 56-16-BOD, which was prepared by CAO Michael Walters, to address correspondence from the Township of Ramara received December 13, 2016, whereby the Township advised LSRCA that Council passed a motion to no longer be a member municipality of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority effective January 1, 2017. The correspondence received by the Township of Ramara followed a presentation on LSRCA programs and services made to Ramara Council by the CAO, the General Manager, Planning & Development, and the Chair on December 12, 2016. The original recommendation in the staff report included sending the report to member municipalities, Conservation Ontario, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and the Ontario Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. The recommendation was amended to only be sent to the Township of Ramara, in an effort to provide the Township an opportunity to research and discuss its options as per Section 13.1 of the Conservation Authorities Act prior to notifying the other member municipalities, Conservation Ontario, MNRF and MOECC. The presentation made on December 12th is available through the following link: LSRCA Presentation to Ramara Township - December 12, 2016. For more information or to see the full agenda package and/or the presentations, please click the link below for LSRCA’s Board of Directors’ webpage: LSRCA Board Meetings Memorandum Date: January 31, 2017 To: Members of Council From: Mayor Geoffrey Dawe Re: Board Memberships Members of Council have expressed an interest in changing the Boards that they serve on for the balance of the Council Term, and the results are as follows: Recommendation 1. That Councillor Sandra Humfryes replace Councillor Wendy Gaertner on the Aurora Public Library Board; and 2. That Councillor Wendy Gaertner replace Councillor Sandra Humfryes on the Aurora Cultural Centre Board; and 3. That Councillor Tom Mrakas replace Councillor Jeff Thom on the Aurora Cultural Centre Board. 100 John West Way Box 1000 Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4746 Email: mayor@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca Town of Aurora Office of the Mayor Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Item R1 Page 1 of 1 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (December 6, 2016) Councillor John Abel Date: December 13, 2016 To: Mayor and Members of Council From: Councillor Abel Re: Library Square Whereas the Town of Aurora has declared the old Library and the old Fire Hall, both on Victoria Street, as surplus properties; and Whereas these two properties are known as ‘Library Square”; and Whereas the Town has completed approximately 11 studies on the uses and purposes of Library Square prior to 2012; and Whereas, during the last term of Council, the Town in 2013 undertook another study, to engage the community as to what uses Library Square might have, to better enhance the businesses in the downtown heritage core, cultural activities and the community at large; and Whereas the development of Library Square is documented in the Aurora Promenade Study and the Cultural Master Plan, as a recommended action to be undertaken; and Whereas many business, cultural, and community partners have expressed support for the concept of developing Library Square; and Whereas residents and Members of Council have expressed support for the concept of developing Library Square; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That, based on the previous studies, staff be directed to report back on options, including costs and time lines, to implement the conceptual architectural designs; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Motion (a) Page 1 of 2 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given Re: Library Square December 13, 2016 Page 2 of 2 2. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back on options and/or a Terms of Reference for the formation of a Task Force, Round Table, or Ad Hoc Committee to engage the Town’s business, cultural, and community partners in the development of Library Square; and 3. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back by March 2017. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Motion (a) Page 2 of 2 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (December 6, 2016) Councillor John Abel Date: December 13, 2016 To: Mayor and Members of Council From: Councillor Abel Re: Downtown Revitalization Plan Whereas the Town of Aurora has declared the old Library and the old Fire Hall, both on Victoria Street, as surplus properties; and Whereas these two properties are known as “Library Square”; and Whereas the development of Library Square is documented in the Aurora Promenade Study and the Cultural Master Plan as a recommended action to be undertaken; and Whereas, there are four overarching plans and studies, namely the Aurora Promenade Study, the Cultural Master Plan, the Strategic Plan, and the Community Tourism Plan, which all speak to the revitalization of the downtown core; and Whereas these plans and studies provide guidelines and recommendations on provisions to develop a Downtown Revitalization Plan, through engagement, collaboration, and communication; and Whereas many business, cultural, and community partners have expressed the need for the revitalization of the downtown core; and Whereas residents and Members of Council of past and present have expressed the need to revitalize the downtown core; and Whereas the Town of Aurora has recently resolved that a new Office of Economic Development be formed, with terms of reference to form a Board; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council endorse the concept of the development of a Downtown Revitalization Plan; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Motion (b) Page 1 of 2 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given Re: Downtown Revitalization Plan December 13, 2016 Page 2 of 2 2. Be It Further Resolved That the new Office of Economic Development be tasked to deliver a draft Downtown Revitalization Plan, in collaboration with the newly-formed Board, before the third quarter of 2017 for Council’s consideration. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Motion (b) Page 2 of 2 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (January 24, 2017) Councillor Tom Mrakas Date: January 31, 2017 To: Mayor and Members of Council From: Councillor Mrakas Re: Winter Maintenance Service Levels Whereas residents of and businesses in Aurora have raised concerns about the adequacy of winter maintenance service levels; and Whereas the residents of and businesses in Aurora expect and deserve the best service possible at the best price; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to return the winter maintenance service levels to those in effect for the 2013-2014 winter maintenance season immediately. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Motion (c) Page 1 of 1 Memorandum Date: January 31, 2017 To: Members of Council From: Mayor Geoffrey Dawe Re: York Regional Council Highlights of December 15, 2016 Recommendation That Council: Receive the correspondence for information Endorse the recommendations Provide direction 100 John West Way Box 1000 Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4746 Email: mayor@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca Town of Aurora Office of the Mayor Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Regional Report Page 1 of 5 Friday, December 16, 2016 York Regional Council Highlights - Thursday, December 15, 2016 York Region 2017 budget reflects fiscal discipline, greater police needs York Regional Council approved a $3 billion budget for 2017, which includes $942 million to provide new infrastructure and $2.1 billion to support core Regional services. The budget aligns with the 2015 to 2019 Strategic Plan and continues a commitment to a $6.1 billion 10-year capital plan. The 2017 budget includes a tax levy increase of 2.87 per cent, which equates to $66 per household on average. Highlights of the 2017 budget include: • Investing at record levels in roads during the current term of Council, with $168 million planned for 2017 • Completion of the Spadina Subway Extension with expected operation to begin in late 2017 • Hiring 43 additional staff for York Regional Police and 16 new staff for Paramedic Services to meet the needs of a growing population • Beginning construction of the new Regional Administrative Centre Annex, a facility which will bring together services in one convenient location and reduce costs. The 2017 Operating Budget includes: Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Regional Report Page 2 of 5 • $564 million for Environmental Services • $504 million for Community and Health Services • $343 million for York Regional Police • $337 million for Transportation Services The 2017 Capital Budget includes: • $168 million for expansion and maintenance of Regional roads • $310 million for York Region Rapid Transit Corporation for projects including Viva facilities and terminals and the Spadina Subway extension • $482 million for York Region Transit for projects such as the building of a transit garage, bus expansion and replacement • $106 million for wastewater infrastructure • $78 million for water infrastructure • $89 million for Property Services for projects such as the Annex as well as rehabilitation and repairs to Regional facilities • $51 million for Community and Health Services for projects such as affordable housing, expansion, rehabilitation and replacement of paramedic response stations More information on the Regional budget is available at york.ca/budget, including operating and capital budget backgrounders and a 2017 budget infographic. The Regional Municipality of York and CUPE Local 905 ratify four-year agreement Details of the new agreement include an average annual wage increase of approximately 1.7 per cent over the term of the four-year contract. The agreement also includes operational and scheduling improvements to enhance service delivery effectiveness. Services provided by CUPE Local 905 employees include: engineering for large infrastructure projects such as affordable housing and water and wastewater, maintenance for regional roads, paramedic services, public health, social services and administrative support. Naomi Davison appointed to York Regional Council Naomi Davison attended York Regional Council as the new Regional Councillor for the Town of Georgina. She will also serve as Member-at-large of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. Regional Councillor Davison was appointed to York Regional Council by Georgina Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Regional Report Page 3 of 5 Council on November 23. She joins Mayor Margaret Quirk as the Town of Georgina’s two representatives on York Regional Council. Work continues on Council and Committee video streaming Council received an update on the introduction of Council and Committee meeting video streaming. Since Regional Council approved the initiative in September 2016, staff have conducted assessments and identified the need for improved lighting in the Council Chamber, as well proposed amendments to the Municipal Act allowing Council members to participate electronically in public meetings. Council will receive the next update on the project, including costs in 2017. Audio streaming of Council and Committee meetings is currently available at www.york.ca Rail Safety Improvement Program Transport Canada Funding York Regional Council has endorsed a list of projects to submit for funding under the Transport Canada Rail Safety Improvement program. Projects being submitted include crossing improvements to allow the stop of train whistles on the southern section of the Stouffville GO Train line, implementing safety assessment improvements and conducting safety assessments at rail crossings. Council wishes Regional Clerk Denis Kelly well on his retirement York Region Chairman and CEO Wayne Emmerson acknowledged Regional Clerk Denis Kelly for his 17 years of service at The Regional Municipality of York. Denis began his tenure at York Region in 1999 and is set to retire at the end of this month. A graduate of Queen’s University law school, Denis practiced law for six years at the City of North York before becoming Deputy Clerk in 1987. He became Clerk of North York in 1991 and remained until 1997. Denis spent two years at the Town of East Gwillimbury as Clerk-Administrator before joining York Region. Next regular meeting of York Regional Council York Regional Council will meet on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 9 a.m. in the York Region Administrative Centre Council Chambers, located at 17250 Yonge Street in the Town of Newmarket. The Regional Municipality of York consists of nine cities and towns, and provides a variety of programs and services to almost 1.2 million residents, 50,000 businesses and 580,000 employees. More information about the Region’s key service areas is available at york.ca/regionalservices Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Regional Report Page 4 of 5 - 30 - Compiled by: Kim MacGillivray, Corporate Communications, The Regional Municipality of York Phone: 1-877-464-9675, ext. 77507 Cell: 905-251-6421 Email: kim.macgillivray@york.ca Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Pinterest Website Copyright © 2016 The Regional Municipality of York, All rights reserved. unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Regional Report Page 5 of 5 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5691-15, to establish a Committee of Adjustment and appoint members to the Committee of Adjustment. Whereas on February 24, 2015, the Council of the Town enacted By-law Number 5691-15, to establish a Committee of Adjustment and appoint members to the Committee of Adjustment; And Whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend By-law Number 5691-15 to amend members of the Committee of Adjustment; Now Therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora enacts as follows: 1. Section 4 of By-law Number 5691-15 be and is hereby amended by deleting the following person: (a) Carl Barrett 2. Section 4 of By-law Number 5691-15 be and is hereby amended by adding the following person who shall be appointed member of the Committee of Adjustment: (a) Nick Racanelli Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. ___________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor ___________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (a) Page 1 of 1 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5870-16, to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. Whereas on June 14, 2016, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the “Town”) enacted By-law Number 5870-16, to appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for the Town. And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend By- law Number 5870-16, to appoint certain employees as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers, and certain employees as Property Standards Officers; Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1. Schedule “A” – Municipal Law Enforcement Officers to By-law Number 5870-16, be and is hereby deleted and replaced with Schedule “A” – Municipal Law Enforcement Officers attached hereto and forming part of this By-law. 2. By-law Number 5935-16 be and is hereby repealed. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. __________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor __________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (b) Page 1 of 2 By-law Number 59XX-17 Page 2 of 2 SCHEDULE “A” Municipal Law Enforcement Officers Building Services Division Yancy Ambing, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner Jacek Baldyga, Senior Building Inspector Afshin Bazar, Manager, Building Services Robin Del Favero, Senior Plumbing Inspector Randy Dunsmore, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner Paul Evans, Manager, Code Review & Inspection Steve Loncar, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner Winifredo Porcalla, Building Inspector/Plans Examiner Terence Wong, Senior Plans Examiner By-law Services Division Alan Chan, Parking Control Officer Ryan Cheung, By-law Enforcement/Licencing Officer Mandie Crawford, Manager, By-law Services Bill Davis, Parking Control Officer Heather Green, By-law Enforcement/Licencing Officer Milad Hamzavi, Parking Control Officer Tom Mason, Parking Control Officer Darren Nicholson, Parking Control Officer Eric Schafranek, By-law Enforcement/Licencing Officer Michelle Wacker, Parking Control Officer Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (b) Page 2 of 2 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5892-16, to appoint employees of the Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp., as Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers in the Town of Aurora. Whereas on August 9, 2016, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the “Town”) enacted By-law Number 5892-16 to appoint employees of the Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp., as Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers in the Town of Aurora; And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend By-law Number 5892-16 to appoint employees of the Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp., as Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers in the Town of Aurora; Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1.That Schedule “A” – Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp.) to By-law Number 5892-16 be and is hereby deleted and replaced with Schedule “A” – Municipal Law Enforcement Officers (Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp.) attached hereto and forming part of this By-law. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. __________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor __________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (c) Page 1 of 2 By-law Number 59XX-17 Page 2 of 2 Schedule “A” Municipal Law Enforcement Officers Ontario Parking Control Bureau Corp. 1.Gurpreet Brar 2.Richard David Chapman 3.Jordan Fischer 4.Shawn C Frigault 5. Nathan Todd Goobie 6.Robert Hughes 7.Fiorentina Anne Nocera 8.Christopher David Peddle 9.Mario Recinos 10.Christian Sensicle Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (c) Page 2 of 2 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-17 Being a By-law to declare as surplus and sell municipal lands (180 Goulding Avenue). Whereas section 5(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended (the “Act”) states that a municipal power, including a municipality’s capacity, rights, powers and privileges under section 9 of the Act, shall be exercised by by-law unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise; And whereas The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the “Town”) is the owner of the lands described on Schedule “A” attached hereto and forming part of this By-law (the “Lands”); And whereas the Town does not require the Lands for municipal purposes and deems it necessary to declare as surplus and sell the Lands; And whereas the Town entered into an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, as approved by Council, dated November 28, 2016 respecting the sale of the Lands (the “Agreement”), which Agreement is conditional on the enactment of this by-law; And whereas the Council of the Town enacted By-law Number 4255-01.A on May 8, 2001, being a By-law to provide procedures with respect to the sale of municipal land, which provisions with respect to the sale of the Lands has been adhered to; Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1.The Lands be and are hereby declared as surplus. 2.The Lands be conveyed in accordance with the Agreement. 3.By-law Number 5780-15 be and is hereby repealed. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. __________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor __________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (d) Page 1 of 2 By-law Number 59XX-17 Page 2 of 2 Schedule “A” All and singular those certain parcels or tracts of land and premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Aurora, in the Regional Municipality of York and being composed of Lot 1, Plan 65M-4324, save & except Part 1 on 65R-35666, being all of PIN 03642-4026 (LT). Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (d) Page 2 of 2 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 4847-06.R, which designated a property to be of cultural heritage value or interest (The Enos Lundy House). Whereas section 30.1 (1) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter O.18, as amended, provides that the council of a municipality may, by by-law, amend a by-law designating property made under section 29; And whereas on September 12, 2006, The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the “Town”) enacted By-law Number 4847-06.R to designate a certain property as being of historic and/or architectural value or interest “The Enos Lundy House 938 St. John’s Sideroad”; And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to amend By- law Number 4847-06.R to correct the legal description upon which The Enos Lundy House is located; Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1.The property described in By-law Number 4847-06.R as 938 St. John’s Sideroad be and is hereby deleted and replaced by 160 Degraaf Crescent (the “Property”) to be of cultural heritage value or interest. 2.Schedule “A” to By-law Number 4847-06.R be and is hereby deleted and replaced by Schedule “A” – Description of Property attached hereto and forming part of this By-law. 3.The Town Clerk shall serve a copy of this By-law on the owner of the Property and the Ontario Heritage Trust. 4.The Town Solicitor shall register against the Property and other properties upon which By-law Number 4847-06.R is registered in the proper Land Registry Office, a copy of this By-law including an Affidavit of the Town Clerk respecting the giving of notice referenced herein to be attached to and forming part of this By- law. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. __________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor __________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (e) Page 1 of 2 By-law Number 59XX-17 Page 2 of 2 Schedule “A” Description of Property All and singular those certain parcels or tracts of land and premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Aurora, in the Regional Municipality of York, municipally known as 160 Degraaf Crescent Aurora, and being composed of Lot 26, Plan 65M-4423 (PIN 03623-2409), including the house and all other buildings and structures thereon. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (e) Page 2 of 2 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to exempt Blocks 218 and 219 on Plan 65M-4462 from Part-Lot Control (Paradise Homes Leslie Inc.). Whereas subsection 50(7) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended (the “Act”), provides that the council of a local municipality may by by-law provide that the part-lot control provisions in subsection 50(5) of the Act, does not apply to the land that is within a registered plan of subdivision as is designated in the by-law; And whereas the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora deems it necessary and expedient to enact a by-law to exempt Blocks 218 and 219 on Plan 65M-4462 from those provisions of the Act dealing with part-lot control; Now therefore the Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1. Subsection 50(5) of the Act shall not apply to the following lands, all situated in the Town of Aurora, Regional Municipality of York: Blocks 218 and 219 on Plan 65M-4462. 2. A copy of this By-law shall be registered in the appropriate Land Registry Office on title to the lands set out herein. 3. This By-law shall come into full force and effect upon final passage hereof, shall remain in force and effect for a period of two (2) years from the date of its passing, and shall expire on the 31st day of January, 2019. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. __________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor __________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (f) Page 1 of 1 The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to appoint a Deputy Clerk and to delegate certain authority to the Deputy Clerk on behalf of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora. Whereas subsection 228(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended (the “Act”), states that a municipality may appoint deputy clerks who have all the powers and duties of the clerk under the Act and any other statute; And w hereas the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the “Town”) deems it necessary and expedient to appoint a Deputy Clerk; Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1. Samantha Yew be and is hereby appointed as Deputy Clerk on behalf of the Town. 2. The duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Clerk shall include exercising: (a) all of the powers and duties of the Clerk under the Act; (b) all of the powers and duties of the Clerk under any other statutes; and (c) all of the powers, duties, and responsibilities as specified or delegated to the Clerk. 3. By-law Number 5885-16 be and is hereby repealed. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. ___________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor ___________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 By-law (g) Page 1 of 1 The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on January 31, 2017. The Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows: 1. That the actions by Council at its Council meeting held on January 31, 2017, in respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the Council at the said meeting is, except where prior approval of the Ontario Municipal Board is required, hereby adopted, ratified and confirmed. 2. That the Mayor and the proper officers of the Town are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to obtain approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be necessary in that behalf and the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to affix the corporate seal to all such documents. Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 31st day of January, 2017. ___________________________________ Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor ___________________________________ Lisa Lyons, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Confirming By-law Page 1 of 1