AGENDA - Council - 20170509
Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
May 7, 2017
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 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 C4 inclusive, be approved:
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C1. General Committee Meeting Report of May 2, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the General Committee meeting report of May 2, 2017, be received
and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of April 25, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Council meeting minutes of April 25, 2017, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Public Planning Minutes of March 22, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Council Public Planning minutes of March 22, 2017, be adopted
as printed and circulated.
C4. PBS17-038 – Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment to the 2C West
Zoning By-law Number 5526-13
Shimvest Investments Limited
File No. ZBA-2012-02
Recommended:
1. That Report No. PBS17-038 be received for information.
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
7. Notices of Motion
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Tuesday, May 9, 2017 Page 3 of 4
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Vacant Property Tax
(b) Councillor Kim
Re: Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Statistics
(c) Councillor Mrakas and Councillor Thom
Re: Commemorative Sesquicentennial Plaques
9. Regional Report
10. New Business
11. Public Service Announcements
12. By-laws
Recommended:
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law Number
2213-78, as amended (Shimvest Investments Limited).
(Report No. PBS17-038 – Council Item C4 – May 9/17)
(b) By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5900-16, to
establish a schedule of fees and charges for municipal services, activities and
the use of property within the Town of Aurora (Fees and Charges By-law).
(Report No. PRCS17-007 – GC Item R4 – Mar. 21/17)
(Report No. CS17-001 – GC Item R5 – Apr. 4/17)
13. Closed Session
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14. Confirming By-law
Recommended:
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from a Council Meeting on May 9, 2017.
15. Adjournment
Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Councillor Kim in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Humfryes (arrived
7:26 p.m.), Mrakas, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
Members Absent Councillors Gaertner and Pirri
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van
Leeuwen, Director of Corporate 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,
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Linda Bottos, Council/Committee
Secretary, and Sarah Murray, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
with the following additions:
• Presentation (a) Laurie Mueller and Erin Hamilton, Sport Aurora; Re: Sport Plan
Progress and Final Report
• Delegation (a) Angela Daust, representing Aurora Village Ratepayers Group;
Re: Item R6 – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-04,
re Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017, Item 3 –
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C1
Page 1 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 2 of 12
HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler
Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
• Delegation (b) Tony Masongsong, representing Aurora Village Ratepayers
Group; Re: Item R6 – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No.
2017-04, re Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017,
Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge Street, 12 and
16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-
2016-13
• Delegation (c) David Cabianca, Resident; Re: Item R6 – Summary of
Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-04, re Heritage Advisory
Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017, Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official
Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications, Aurora United
Church, 15186 Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A
Temperance Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
• Item C5 – Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017
• Item R6 – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-04
• Notice of Motion (b) Councillor Kim; Re: Ontario Municipal Board (OMB)
Statistics
• Notice of Motion (c) Councillor Mrakas and Councillor Thom; Re:
Commemorative Sesquicentennial Plaques
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) Laurie Mueller and Erin Hamilton, Sport Aurora
Re: Sport Plan Progress and Final Report
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Item C1
Page 2 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 3 of 12
Ms. Mueller and Ms. Hamilton presented an overview of the final two
deliverables of year one of the Sport Plan, including the Sport Policy purpose,
recommendations for principles, best practices, and stakeholder roles, the
marketing and communications strategy, and next steps.
General Committee received the presentation for information.
4. Delegations
General Committee consented to consider Delegation (a) following Delegations (b) and
(c).
(a) Angela Daust, representing Aurora Village Ratepayers Group
Re: Item R6 – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No.
2017-04, Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10,
2017, Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning
By-law Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186
Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance
Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
Ms. Daust expressed concern regarding the direction of development in
Aurora and spoke in opposition to the delisting and demolition of the buildings
and structures located on the subject properties on Tyler Street and
Temperance Street.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item R6.
(b) Tony Masongsong, representing Aurora Village Ratepayers Group
Re: Item R6 – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No.
2017-04, Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10,
2017, Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning
By-law Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186
Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance
Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
General Committee consented on a two-thirds vote to waive the requirements of the
Procedure By-law to allow additional time for the Delegation.
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Item C1
Page 3 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 4 of 12
Mr. Masongsong spoke in opposition to the delisting and demolition of the
buildings and structures located on the subject properties on Tyler Street and
Temperance Street.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item R6.
(c) David Cabianca, Resident
Re: Item R6 – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No.
2017-04, Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10,
2017, Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning
By-law Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186
Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance
Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
Mr. Cabianca spoke in opposition to the delisting and demolition of the
buildings and structures located on the subject properties on Tyler Street and
Temperance Street.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item R6.
5. Consent Agenda
Item C3 was removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion under Section 6,
Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion, as Item R7.
General Committee recommends:
That the following Consent Agenda items—C1, C2, C4, and C5—be approved:
C1. IES17-022 – Drinking Water Quality Management Standard –
Management Review
1. That Report No. IES17-022 be received; and
2. That the meeting minutes of the Annual Management Review by Top
Management be received.
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Item C1
Page 4 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 5 of 12
C2. IES17-023 – Award of Tender 2017-27-IES, Structural Watermain
Relining, Tamarac Trail, Milgate Place and Albery Crescent
1. That Report No. IES17-023 be received; and
2. That Tender 2017-27-IES under Capital Project No. 43054 for Structural
Watermain Relining on Tamarac Trail, Milgate Place and Albery Crescent
be awarded to Fer-Pal Construction Limited in the amount of $692,355
excluding taxes; and
3. That the budget variance in the amount of $220,605 be returned to
source; and
4. 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.
C4. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March
9, 2017
1. That the Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
March 9, 2017, be received for information.
C5. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 10, 2017, be
received for information.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
Items were considered in the following order: R6, R7, R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5.
R1. PRCS17-020 – Property Use Agreement: York Catholic District School
Board Soccer Fields
General Committee recommends:
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Item C1
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General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 6 of 12
1. That Report No. PRCS17-020 be received; and
2. That the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services be
authorized to execute the 2017 License Agreement, including any and all
documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same; and
3. That the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services be
authorized to renew the License Agreement on an on-going, annual
basis, with the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services being
authorized to execute the necessary renewal Agreements, including any
and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to
same.
Carried
R2. PRCS17-019 – Award of Tender 2017-33-PRCS – Treatment of Trees for
Emerald Ash Borer
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PRCS17-019 be received; and
2. That Tender 2017-33-PRCS be awarded to Green Lawn Ltd., Capital
Project 73160, for the treatment of ash trees for the Emerald Ash Borer
for a one-year period with an option to renew the agreement for four
additional years based on contractor performance and future budget
approval; and
3. That Option #1, the use of TreeAzin in the amount of $215,400 for 2017,
be approved; and
4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
Carried
R3. CS17-013 – Proposed Taxi Licensing By-law Amendments
General Committee recommends:
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Item C1
Page 6 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 7 of 12
1. That Report No. CS17-013 be received; and
2. That amendments to Schedule 13 of Licensing By-law No. 5630-14,
being a by-law to regulate licensing of business establishments, be
enacted at a future Council meeting.
Carried
R4. IES17-021 – Award of Tender 2017-24-IES – Supply and Delivery of One
(1) 5000lb Capacity Forklift
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. IES17-021 be received; and
2. That Tender No. 2017-24-IES for the supply and delivery of one (1) new
5000lb capacity forklift be awarded to Liftow Limited, in the amount of
$30,550 excluding taxes; and
3. That additional funding in the amount of $11,088 for Capital Project No.
34408 be provided from Fleet R&R reserve; and
4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
Carried
R5. PBS17-030 – Application for Site Plan Approval, 458021 Ontario Inc.
(Tilemaster), Lots 8 and 9, Registered Plan 65M-4324, 21
and 33 Eric T. Smith Way, File Number: SP-2016-08,
Related Files: D14-05-04 and D12-05-1A
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PBS17-030 be received; and
2. That site plan application number SP-2016-08 (458021 Ontario Inc.) to
permit the development of the subject lands for a warehouse and office
be approved subject to the resolution of any outstanding issues; and
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Item C1
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General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 8 of 12
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the site plan
agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
Carried
R6. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-04
General Committee consented to consider Item R6 prior to consideration of Item R1.
General Committee recommends:
1. That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-04 be
received; and
2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be
approved.
Carried
R7. PBS17-027 – Long-Term Development Activity Projections
General Committee consented to consider Item R7 (formerly Consent Agenda Item C3)
following consideration of Item R6 and prior to consideration of Item R1.
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PBS17-027 be received for information.
Carried
7. Notices of Motion
(a) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Vacant Property Tax
Whereas housing prices have seen a significant increase in the past couple of
years; and
Whereas residents—especially young residents—are experiencing difficulty
entering the housing market due to a lack of affordable homes; and
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Item C1
Page 8 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 9 of 12
Whereas there has been an increase in buyers purchasing properties and,
upon closing, many of these homes remain unoccupied; and
Whereas some buyers are not living or working in Aurora and may or may not
be properly reporting and paying income tax on their investment capital gains;
and
Whereas the Province of Ontario has announced a new tax authority on
vacant homes that will give Toronto and other interested municipalities the
power to impose such a tax to encourage owners to sell or rent such spaces;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to investigate
options for imposing a vacant home tax under the new provincial initiative,
and report back with recommendations in Q3 for Council’s consideration.
(b) Councillor Kim
Re: Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Statistics
Whereas the updated provincial Growth Plan has identified a population
forecast for York Region of 1.79 million people to the year 2041 and is
targeting infill intensification in Ontario municipalities; and
Whereas the province is proposing to increase the density and intensification
targets for the Growth Plan; and
Whereas more and more municipalities have disagreed with infill development
and intensification projects by builders as a result of neighborhood
mobilization; and
Whereas developers, large and small, have appealed municipal decisions to
the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB); and
Whereas there is information available from disclosing the characteristics of
past OMB appeals and results; and
Whereas residents, builders and municipal Council would benefit from
historical information, current information, and statistics from past OMB
appeals to make more-informed decisions in current and future appeals; and
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Item C1
Page 9 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 10 of 12
Whereas the Town of Aurora has information regarding the results of its own
OMB hearings, characteristics, and the financial outlays involved in each;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to prepare a
report to Council that would provide OMB appeals information from the
past ten (10) years from the Town of Aurora; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff is not limited to but includes the following
characteristics:
• Number of units involved;
• Infill or large scale open field;
• Low, mid and high rise (number of floors);
• Total financial outlay of the municipality; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That staff be directed to return the report back to
Council within a reasonable time frame.
(c) Councillor Mrakas and Councillor Thom
Re: Commemorative Sesquicentennial Plaques
Whereas the Town of Aurora takes pride in preserving and promoting Heritage
properties; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora provides commemorative plaques to recognize
properties with Heritage significance; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has many buildings that were constructed in
1867; and
Whereas 2017 is Canada’s Sesquicentennial;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora create a
commemorative plaque celebrating Canada’s 150 and the Town of Aurora
buildings constructed in 1867; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff identify the buildings that were
constructed in 1867 to be so plaqued; and
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Item C1
Page 10 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 11 of 12
3. Be It Further Resolved That funding for Aurora’s Canadian
Sesquicentennial Plaque program be funded from the Heritage Reserve
Fund; and
4. Be It Further Resolved That the plaques be presented during Canada Day
Festivities to the properties identified by staff.
8. New Business
Councillor Thompson suggested, in reference to Item R2 regarding the treatment
of trees for Emerald Ash Borer, that the Emerald Ash Borer treatment program be
referred to the Environmental Advisory Committee for further discussion.
New Business Motion No. 1
General Committee recommends:
That the Emerald Ash Borer treatment program be referred to the
Environmental Advisory Committee for further discussion.
Carried
Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder about the Aurora Farmers’ Market and
Artisan Fair, which will begin its outdoor market season on Saturday, May 6, 2017,
from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Town Park.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder about the 55th Annual Aurora Art Show and
Sale, being held on Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7, 2017, at Town Hall.
Councillor Thompson noted that a Big Bike fundraising event in support of the
Heart and Stroke Foundation will take place on Saturday, May 6, 2017, at St.
Andrews Plaza in Aurora.
Councillor Mrakas noted that Wednesday, May 3, 2017, is McHappy Day and
several Council members would be participating at the McDonald’s locations on
Allaura Boulevard and Earl Stewart Drive.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C1
Page 11 of 12
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 Page 12 of 12
9. Closed Session
None
10. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9 p.m.
_________________________________ _________________________________
Harold Kim, Councillor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The report of the General Committee meeting of May 2, 2017, is subject to final
approval and Council endorsement of the recommendations on May 9, 2017.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C1
Page 12 of 12
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner (departed 11
p.m.), Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Thompson
Members Absent None
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van
Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Dan Elliott, Director of
Financial Services, Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and
Building Services, Al Downey, Director of Parks, Recreation and
Cultural Services, Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of
Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor,
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Samantha Yew, Deputy Clerk, and
Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 9:11 p.m. and reconvene the meeting at
9:23 p.m.
Mayor Dawe relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Abel at 10:22 p.m., during the
consideration of Motion (a), and resumed the Chair at 10:23 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Thom seconded by Councillor Pirri, Council consented to
extend the hour past 10:30 p.m. On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by
Councillor Abel, Council consented on a two-thirds vote to extend the hour past 11 p.m.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C2
Page 1 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Page 2 of 18
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
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
None
4. Delegations
(a) Phil Hardy, representing Soldier On to St. Andrews Committee
Re: Motion (a) Mayor Dawe; Re: Beacon Hall Flyover Request – Soldier
On to St. Andrews
Mr. Hardy provided background to the request for a flyover by a Royal
Canadian Air Force aircraft at Beacon Hall, which will be hosting its fourth
annual Soldier On to St. Andrews golf tournament and fundraising event on
Monday, June 5, 2017.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion (a).
Carried
(b) Klaus Wehrenberg, Resident
Re: Item C1(C6) Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting
Minutes of February 17, 2017
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C2
Page 2 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Page 3 of 18
Mr. Wehrenberg presented an image of a road sign indicating a maximum
speed of 30 kilometres and that the road is shared by pedestrians, bicycles,
and vehicles. He suggested that a side street with a 30-kilometre maximum
speed and equal priority for all modes of traffic could be a corridor to connect
off-road trails where an off-road trail is not possible. Mr. Wehrenberg further
proposed that Cousins Drive could be such a corridor, between Sheppard’s
Bush and the future Highland Gate trails, as well as streets within the future
Highland Gate neighbourhood, where trails run alongside streets, in order to
be more walk-friendly.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to staff.
Carried
5. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following Consent Agenda item be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 18, 2017
1. That the General Committee meeting report of April 18, 2017, be
received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee
approved (with the exception of sub-items R1, R2, R3, R7, and R8,
which were pulled for discussion under Section 6, Consideration of
Items Requiring Discussion, under Item R8):
(C1) FS17-002 – Financial Health Review
1. That Report No. FS17-002 be received for information.
(C2) FS17-012 – Capital Projects Status and Closures as of December
31, 2016
1. That Report No. FS17-012 be received; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C2
Page 3 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Page 4 of 18
2. That the capital project closures and capital funding adjustments
outlined in Attachments #1 and #2 be approved.
(C3) IES17-018 – Award of Tender 2017-10-IES – Water Box Repairs and
Cathodic Protection of Watermains
1. That Report No. IES17-018 be received; and
2. That unit price Tender No. 2017-10-IES for Water Box Repairs and
Cathodic Protection of Watermains be awarded to Grand-Mac
Construction Ltd. in the upset limit of $300,000 excluding taxes for
three (3) years, with an option to renew for an additional two (2) one
(1) year periods; and
3. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to renew Tender 2017-10-IES for an additional two (2),
one (1) year periods, pending an annual analysis and satisfactory
performance review by the Director; and
4. 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.
(C4) IES17-019 – Award of Tender 2017-16-IES – Street Lighting
Maintenance
1. That Report No. IES17-019 be received; and
2. That unit price Tender No. 2017-16-IES for Street Lighting
Maintenance be awarded to ALine Utility Limited in the upset limit
amount of $270,000 excluding taxes, for three (3) years, with an
option to renew for an additional two (2) one (1) year periods; and
3. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to renew Tender 2017-16-IES for an additional two (2),
one (1) year periods, pending an annual analysis and satisfactory
performance review by the Director; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C2
Page 4 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Page 5 of 18
4. 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.
(C5) PRCS17-014 – Award of Tender 2017-51-PRCS – Boulevard Tree
Plantings in 2C Development Area
1. That Report No. PRCS17-014 be received; and
2. That Tender 2017-51-PRCS Boulevard Tree Plantings in 2C
Development Area be awarded to Royal Oak Tree Services Inc. in
the amount of $442,857, excluding taxes, for a two-year term; 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.
(C6) Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes of
February 17, 2017
1. That the Trails and Active Transportation Committee meeting
minutes of February 17, 2017, be received for information.
(C7) Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of
February 28, 2017, and March 28, 2017
1. That the Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee meeting minutes
of February 28, 2017, and March 28, 2017, be received for
information.
(C8) Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of April
11, 2017
1. That the Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee meeting minutes
of April 11, 2017, be received for information.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Item C2
Page 5 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Page 6 of 18
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following Consent Agenda items, C2 to C5 inclusive, be approved:
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of April 11, 2017
1. That the Council meeting minutes of April 11, 2017, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session Minutes of April 11, 2017, and April 18, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of April 11, 2017, and April 18,
2017, be adopted as printed and circulated.
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of April 11, 2017, and April 18,
2017
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of April 11, 2017, and
April 18, 2017, be adopted as printed and circulated.
C5. Council Communications Strategy Workshop Minutes of March 27, 2017
1. That the Council Communications Strategy Workshop minutes of March
27, 2017, be adopted as printed and circulated.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
Council consented to consider Items in the following order: R8(R1), R8(R2), R8(R7), R6
together with R8(R3), R4, R5, R1, R8(R8), R2, R3, and R7.
R1. CAO17-002 – Cultural Partners Review
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. CAO17-002 be received; and
2. That the Town conduct a facilitated workshop with its cultural partners; and
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3. That, following the workshop, staff report back to Council with detailed
next steps pertaining to review of the existing Cultural Partnership
delivery model and potential for alternative approaches.
Carried
R2. FS17-016 – Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (Intake II)
Grant Approvals
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. FS17-016 be received; and
2. That the Town of Aurora enter into a contribution agreement to receive a
total of $227,100 in funding through the Canada 150 Community
Infrastructure Program (Intake II) in support of the following approved
capital projects:
Rehabilitation of the Aurora Community Centre $130,100
Improvement of the Aurora Public Library 97,000
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute standardized
grant agreements, subject to the satisfaction of the Town Solicitor, for the
two (2) projects; and
4. That the Treasurer be authorized to execute on behalf of the Town any
progress reports or other such submissions required as per the
contribution agreement.
Carried
R3. PRCS17-013 – Ice Allocation Policy
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. PRCS17-013 be received; and
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2. That staff be authorized to return the ice times previously allocated to
Knuff Hockey and Monday Night Hockey in 2012 for the 2017-18 season;
and
3. That the revised Ice Allocation Policy be approved.
Carried
R4. PBS17-026 – Removal of Holding (H) Provision, Zoning By-law
Amendment, St. John’s Road Development Corp. (Metrus)
88 Cosford Street and 119 Pointon Street, Lot 55 Plan
65M-4075, Lot 101 Plan 65M-4082, File Number: ZBA(H)-
2017-01, Related File Number: D12-00-1A (SUB-2000-1A)
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. That Report No. PBS17-026 be received; and
2. That Application ZBA(H)-2017-01 to remove the Holding (H) provisions
from Lot 55 Plan 65M-4075 and Lot 101 Plan 65M-4082 be approved;
and
3. That the removal of the Holding provisions by-law be enacted at the next
available Council meeting.
Carried
R5. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-03
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-03 be
received; and
2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be
approved.
Carried
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R6. CS17-015 – Alternative Methods of Voting – Next Steps
Council consented to consider Item R6 together with Item R8(R3).
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. CS17-015 and Report No. CS17-011 be received; and
2. That in accordance with Section 42 (a) and (b) of the Municipal Elections
Act, 1996, a by-law be brought forward to the April 25, 2017 Council
meeting authorizing the use of alternative voting equipment and an
alternative voting method in the 2018 Municipal Election; and
3. That staff be directed to bring forward further information regarding
alternative methods of voting for the 2018 Municipal Election.
Carried
R7. Memorandum from Councillor Pirri
Re: Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Report to Council,
Meeting of the Board of Directors, March 14-17, 2017
Councillor Pirri presented a brief overview of FCM’s activities, priorities, and
advocacy efforts in the areas of environmental and sustainable development,
increasing women’s participation in municipal government, international
relations, predictable allocations, cost sharing, and affordable housing.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That the memorandum regarding Federation of Canadian Municipalities
(FCM) Report to Council, Meeting of the Board of Directors, March 14 -
17, 2017, be received for information.
Carried
R8. General Committee Meeting Report of April 18, 2017
(R1) IES17-020 – Agreement with St. Andrew’s College to Display
Banners on Town Property
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Main motion
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. IES17-020 be received; and
2. That the use of Town-owned light standards for displaying banner
signs be authorized in accordance with section 3.5 of By-law No.
5840-16; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute an
agreement to facilitate St. Andrew’s College (“SAC”) use of the
space on Town-owned light standards for a five (5) year term.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
That the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
That the concerns expressed by Council be considered by staff
when drafting the agreement with St. Andrew’s College.
Carried
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. IES17-020 be received; and
2. That the use of Town-owned light standards for displaying banner
signs be authorized in accordance with section 3.5 of By-law No.
5840-16; and
3. That the concerns expressed by Council be considered by staff
when drafting the agreement with St. Andrew’s College; and
4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute an
agreement to facilitate St. Andrew’s College (“SAC”) use of the
space on Town-owned light standards for a five (5) year term.
Carried as amended
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(R2) CS17-010 – Machell Avenue Parking Permits
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. CS17-010 be received; and
2. That the Town remove any permit parking spaces on Machell
Avenue.
On a separate vote for each clause the motion
Carried
(R3) CS17-011 – 2018 Municipal Election – Adoption of Voting Method
Council consented to consider Item R8(R3) together with and under Item R6.
(R7) PRCS17-015 – Aurora’s Multicultural Festival
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. PRCS17-015 be received; and
2. That Aurora’s Multicultural Festival take place at Town Park on
Saturday, September 9, 2017.
Carried
(R8) PRCS17-017 – Award of Tender 2017-18-PRCS – Construction of
Mavrinac Park
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. PRCS17-017 be received; and
2. That Capital Project No. 73285 Mavrinac Park budget be increased
by $423,076 with the funding source for this project being Cash-in-
Lieu of Parkland; and
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3. That Tender 2017-18-PRCS Construction of Mavrinac Park be
awarded to Melfer Construction Inc. in the amount of $1,502,690,
excluding taxes; and
4. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary Agreement, including any and all documents and
ancillary agreements required to give effect to same.
Carried
7. Notices of Motion
None
8. Motions
(a) Mayor Dawe
Re: Beacon Hall Flyover Request – Soldier On to St. Andrews
Moved by Mayor Dawe
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas the “Soldier On” program was created to support ill and injured
serving members and veterans to regain their confidence and rebuild their
lives through sport and physical activities that promote connection and active
lifestyles; and
Whereas Beacon Hall hosts an annual charity golf tournament entitled “Soldier
On to St. Andrews” which supports Canadian soldiers who have sustained an
illness or injury while serving Canada; and
Whereas the 2017 event will be held at Beacon Hall on Monday, June 5, and
is supported by various donors and sponsors with TD Insurance being the title
sponsor; and
Whereas the program this year includes guest speaker Rick Hillier, former
Chief of Defence Staff at the Canadian Armed Forces; and
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Whereas the program also includes a flyover by an aircraft during opening
announcements; and
Whereas, under Federal General Operating and Flight Rules, the municipality
must be advised and not object to the flyover;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council support the request
for a flyover at Beacon Hall on Monday, June 5, 2017.
Carried
(b) Councillor Abel
Re: Community Energy Plan
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
Whereas municipalities around the world are taking the lead on climate
change with sustainable and responsible policies that will reduce their Carbon
Footprint; and
Whereas municipalities are developing Energy Plans that are both
environmentally progressive and economically viable; and
Whereas Aurora’s Infrastructure and Environmental Services (IES) Project 10-
Year Plan has already allocated $100,000 for such a potential project, for
future Budget consideration; and
Whereas the Provincial Ministry of Energy has established, and is funding
through the Ministry of Environment, a Municipal Energy Plan Program, which
may offer municipalities matching funds of up to $90,000 to support the
development of a Community Energy Plan; and
Whereas Newmarket’s Community Energy Plan received $90,000, Markham’s
received $90,000, and Vaughan’s received $54,000;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to prepare a
Terms of Reference and a budget for a Community Energy Plan for
Council’s consideration as part of the 2018 Budget.
Carried
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(c) Councillor Kim
Re: Multi-use Sports Facility
Council consented to consider Motion (c) following consideration of Item R1.
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Abel
Whereas the Regional Growth Plan targets Aurora’s population growth at
70,000 by 2031 and 80,000 by 2041; and
Whereas that Aurora will likely have a population of 70,000 by 2024; and
Whereas Aurora is striving to be the most active community in Canada; and
Whereas the Parks & Recreation Master Plan (PRMP) acknowledged that the
Town needs to proactively secure land of sufficient size to accommodate a
future indoor or outdoor recreation complex to better prepare for a future
population increase; and
Whereas that expanding the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC) is
not a plausible option given that the current footprint will not allow for an
additional indoor aquatics centre and demand for aquatic sports and recreation
has only increased over the years; and
Whereas adequate sporting facilities promote good physical and mental health
for a community and even help towards developing pride and identity in one's
community; and
Whereas sport tourism consumption hit $5.2 billion in 2012; $5.8 billion in 2014
and $6.5 billion in 2015; and
Whereas the construction of a multi-use sports facility in conjunction with the
current plans for a hotel would allow Aurora to host major sporting events
allowing us to capitalize on the sports tourism industry and bringing much
needed economic capital to Aurora; and
Whereas the soon-to-be-created Economic Development Board can assist
with bringing business partners to complement the multi-use sports facility;
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1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff work with Aurora’s
various sports partners and come back to Council with a report regarding a
proposed facility fit for a new multi-use sports facility; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the report be presented to the Finance
Advisory Committee and the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Advisory Committee prior to Council’s 2018 budget deliberations.
Carried
(d) Councillor Kim
Re: Baseball Diamonds
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas Aurora is striving to be the most active community in Canada; and
Whereas Aurora and King had to combine as a children’s baseball league in
order to share scarce resources including baseball diamonds; and
Whereas the Aurora King Baseball Association’s (AKBA) enrollment has
doubled between 2014 and 2017, from 553 to 1,062 players; and
Whereas Council received Jamie Cole’s (President of the AKBA) delegat ion on
April 4, 2017, which emphasized the need for at least two more baseball
diamonds; and
Whereas the Parks and Recreation Master Plan outlines the need for more
baseball diamonds in Aurora;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff report back to Council in
time for the 2018 capital budget deliberations with options for at least two
(2) baseball diamonds indicating costs, potential locations and other
ancillary needs.
Carried
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9. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – April 20, 2017
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the Regional Report of April 20, 2017, be received for information.
Carried
10. New Business
Councillor Thom noted that there are businesses in Aurora with logos similar to the
Town’s logo and inquired about the trademark status of the Town’s corporate logo.
Staff confirmed that the Town’s logo is trademarked and any potential misuse and
complaints are handled on a case by case basis.
11. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Pirri announced that Aurora’s Eco Fair will be held on Saturday, April
29, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex.
Councillor Kim extended a reminder regarding the Annual Aurora Art Show and
Sale being held on Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, May 7, 2017, at Town Hall.
Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder that opening day of the Aurora Farmers’
Market and Artisan Fair will take place in Town Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on
Saturday, May 6, 2017.
Councillor Humfryes expressed appreciation to the staff of IT Services and
Legislative Services for their efforts in the training and implementation of the new
audio-visual and meeting management systems in Council Chambers.
Councillor Abel announced that an inaugural Antique Show will be held at the
Aurora Seniors’ Centre from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, 2017.
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to the Aurora Chamber of Commerce for
hosting another successful Aurora Chamber Home Show on April 21-23, 2017.
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Councillor Abel extended congratulations to Robin Taylor-Smith who was a recent
recipient of a Portraits of Giving award in recognition of community involvement.
Councillor Thompson extended a reminder about the Run or Walk for Southlake
fundraising event being held on Sunday, April 30, 2017.
Councillor Mrakas announced that the 2017 Community Recognition Awards event
will be held on Monday, May 29, 2017.
Mayor Dawe announced that a Casual Noon Hour Concert of Harp will be held at
the Aurora Cultural Centre on Wednesday, April 26, 2017.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Movies in the Park series will start at the SARC
(Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex) on Saturday, April 29, 2017.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Canadian Blood Services will be holding a blood
donor clinic at the Aurora Legion from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 27, 2017.
Mayor Dawe advised that the Town is still seeking nominations for the John West
Memorial Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Award and applications will be
accepted until June 1, 2017.
12. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number 5975-17 Being a By-law to amend Municipal Waterworks
Distribution By-law Number 3305-91, as amended.
(b) By-law Number 5976-17 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law Number
2213-78, as amended, to remove a Holding “(H)” Symbol (St. John’s Road
Development Corp.).
(c) By-law Number 5977-17 Being a By-law to Authorize the Use of Alternative
Voting and Vote-Counting Methods.
Carried
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13. Closed Session
None
14. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
5978-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council
Meeting on April 25, 2017.
Carried
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the meeting be adjourned at 11:10 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The minutes of the Council meeting of April 25, 2017, are subject to final approval by
Council on May 9, 2017.
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Town of Aurora
Council Public Planning
Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Humfryes, Kim,
Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Thompson
Members Absent Councillor Gaertner
Other Attendees Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Glen
Letman, Manager of Development Planning, Marty Rokos,
Planner, Samantha Yew, Deputy Clerk, and Linda Bottos, Council/
Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 8:48 p.m. and reconvened at 8:56 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Kim, Council consented to
extend the hour past 10:30 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consented on a
two-thirds vote to waive the requirements of the Procedure By-law to allow for a two-
thirds vote to extend the hour past 11 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Mrakas, Council consented on a
two-thirds vote to extend the hour past 11 p.m.
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1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
3. Planning Applications
Mayor Dawe outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the
public meeting. The Deputy Clerk confirmed that the appropriate notice had been
given in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act.
1. PBS17-017 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-
law Amendment, Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge
Street, 55, 57, and 57A Temperance Street, 12 and 16 Tyler
Street, File Numbers: OPA-2016-05 and ZBA-2016-13
Planning Staff
Mr. Glen Letman, Manager of Development Planning, presented an overview
of the application and staff report respecting the proposed Official Plan and
Zoning By-law amendments to allow the redevelopment of the subject lands
for a two-storey church and a nine-storey, tiered, 159-unit retirement residence
with three vehicular access points and 133 parking spaces. He noted that the
proposed Official Plan amendment to Schedule B3 would allow an increase in
building height from five storeys to nine storeys and apply specific build-to
policies to ensure approved development form, while the Zoning By-law
amendment proposes to rezone the subject lands from ‘Institutional (I) Zone’
and ‘Central Commercial (C2) Zone’ to ‘Institutional (I-X) Exception Zone’ to
allow an increase in building height and site specific performance standards to
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accommodate the place of worship and 159-unit retirement residence. Mr.
Letman further noted that the subject lands are comprised of five properties,
which are within the ‘Downtown Area’ policy designation of the Aurora
Promenade Secondary Plan.
Consultant
Ms. Sarah Millar, Associate and Manager of Planning and Development,
Fotenn, and Mr. Robert Murphy, A. Robert Murphy Architect Incorporated,
presented an overview of the Applications and proposed redevelopment,
including site statistics, policy and regulatory review, site context, project
objectives, considerations, anticipated timeline, and development outcomes.
Public Comments
Aurora residents, including David Cabianca, Emily Crawley, Angela Daust, Michael
Evans, Steve Falk, Brigitta Gamm, David Hanna, Troy Hourie, Richard Klopfer,
Emma Kerswill, Eric McCartney, Tanya Pietrangelo, Dave Pressley, Judy
Sherman, and Jessica Weaver, provided the following comments:
• Support for church development proposal
• Support for retirement residence development proposal in partnership with
church
• Preference for four-to-six-storey retirement residence
• Preference for retail on Yonge Street rather than parking garage entrance
• Suggestions regarding north façade and incorporation of church architectural
elements of previous church design
• Concern regarding proposed modern architecture and compatibility with the
charm and character of the heritage area
• Concern regarding growth replicating that of North York
• Concern regarding residence size, and number and type of units
• Concern regarding residence height and setbacks which will have a negative
impact on the character of the historic downtown core
• Concern regarding privacy and shadowing
• Concern regarding increased traffic
• Concern regarding impact on creek, animals and birds
• Concern regarding proposed glass exterior and risk to birds
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• Concern regarding lack of parking for churchgoers, staff, residents, and
visitors
• Concern regarding subject lands being filled from lot line to lot line, lack of
green space, and streetscape; not a transitional setback to street
• Concern regarding safety risks in the event of evacuation of nine storeys
• Opposition to development proposal
Consultant
Ms. Millar and Mr. Murphy, with assistance from Mr. Carl Bray, Carl Bray &
Associates Inc., and Mr. Richard Pernicky, Cole Engineering Group Ltd.,
responded to the concerns regarding the proposed architecture, glass exterior
and bird-friendly glass, parking, green space, number of residence units and
size, setbacks, height, intensification, traffic, and heritage.
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report No. PBS17-017 be received; and
2. That staff be directed to report back to another Public Planning meeting
addressing the issues that were raised at this Public Planning meeting.
Carried
2. PBS17-022 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Nunzio Grossi,
7, 15, and 19 Cousins Drive, Lots 25, 26, and 27, Registered
Plan 340, File Number: ZBA-2015-12
Planning Staff
Mr. Marty Rokos, Planner, presented an overview of the application and staff
report respecting the proposal to rezone the subject lands from “Detached
Dwelling Second Density (R2) Zone” to “Detached Dwelling Second Density
(R2-X) Exception Zone” to allow for site specific frontage, interior side yard
and accessory building setback provisions, to allow for the creation of two
additional lots. He noted that this application was first considered at a Public
Planning meeting in December 2015 and minor revisions have been made to
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the proposal. Mr. Rokos further noted that the subject lands are located within
the “Stable Neighbourhoods” designation and a future consent application
would be required for Committee of Adjustment approval.
Consultant
Mr. Michael Monette, Planning Consultant, clarified that the lot frontage of 10.5
metres applies only to the retained house and the other four lots would be 11.3
metres. He highlighted elements of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment
and acknowledged the concerns regarding number of lots and lot size,
compatibility, parking, and traffic. Mr. Monette suggested that the application
represents modest intensification, is in full compliance with the Official Plan,
and is reasonable within the context of the neighbourhood.
Public Comments
Aurora residents, including Jean-Marc Langlais, Adrian Mason, Terry Miller, Brian
Peck, Dave Pressley, and Susan Tucker, provided the following comments:
• Concern regarding apparent disregard for feedback provided at previous
public meeting
• Concern regarding insignificant changes to application
• Concern regarding compatibility and density
• Concern regarding lot width, lot coverage, setbacks, and grading
• Concern regarding unreasonable variances
• Concern regarding construction timeline
• Concern regarding existing shed setback
• Preference for maximum of four lots rather than five lots
• Opposition to proposal
Consultant
Mr. Monette addressed the concerns regarding the home concepts and
compatibility, R2 exceptions, lot size, lot coverage, setbacks, existing shed,
grading, and revisions to the plan.
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Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. PBS17-022 be received; and
2. That the Application for Zoning By-law Amendment be denied as the
application is not compatible with the surrounding neighbourhood and
does not conform with the ‘Stable Neighbourhoods’ policies of the Official
Plan.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 6 Nays: 2
Voting Yeas: Councillors Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas,
Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
Voting Nays: Councillors Abel and Pirri
Absent: Councillor Gaertner
4. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
5963-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a
Council Public Planning Meeting on March 22, 2017.
Carried
5. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the meeting be adjourned at 11:30 p.m.
Carried
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_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Samantha Yew, Deputy Clerk
The minutes of the Council Public Planning meeting of March 22, 2017, are subject to
final approval by Council on April 11, 2017.
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Town of Aurora
Council Report No. PBS17-038
Subject: Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment to the 2C West Zoning
By-law Number 5526-13
Shimvest Investments Limited
File No. ZBA-2012-02
Prepared by: Marty Rokos, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: May 9, 2017
Recommendation
1. That Report No. PBS17-038 be received for information.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to inform Council of a Zoning By-law Amendment which is
before Council on May 9, 2017 for approval.
• The Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment is proposed to correct an error in
By-law 5764-15.
• The correction will return the subject lands to the zoning that was originally
approved in 2013.
Background
On June 25, 2013 Council approved Zoning By-law Amendment Number 5526-13,
rezoning the Shimvest lands for residential and mixed use purposes in accordance with
the approved plan of subdivision. No appeals were filed for the above noted By-law and
it is now in force and effect.
On October 27, 2015 an Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment was approved by
Council to adjust the zoning of surrounding townhouse blocks within the Shimvest
subdivision. The amendment was passed as By-law 5764-15 (Attachment ‘A’). The by-
law was not intended to affect the subject lands (Block 126), however through a
mapping error it was inadvertently rezoned from R6-59 to R6-58.
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Location / Land Use
The subject lands, municipally known as 91-103 Badgerow Way, are located at
Holladay Drive and Leslie Street. The lands are currently vacant and are approved to be
developed for seven (7) townhouse dwelling units.
Surrounding Land Uses
The surrounding land uses are as follows:
North: Badgerow Way and vacant (designated mixed use)
South: Badgerow Way and residential
East: Badgerow Way, Leslie Street and environmental protection
West: Residential
Analysis
The Administrative Zoning By-law Amendment is proposed to correct the error and
rezone the subject lands back to R6-59. This returns the subject lands to the zoning that
was originally approved in 2013. This has no impact on any surrounding properties and
does not add any additional residential units. The Zoning By-law is considered a
Technical Amendment.
Advisory Committee Review
No communication required.
Financial Implications
Not applicable.
Communications Considerations
Not applicable.
Alternatives to the Recommendation
Not applicable.
Conclusions
A technical amendment to the By-law is required to correct a mapping error of the
previously approved by-law. No additional lots are being created by the amendment.
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May 9, 2017 Page 3 of 3 Report No. PBS17-038
Attachments
Attachment 'A' - By-law Number 5764-15
Previous Reports
General Committee Report No. PL 13-011, dated March 19, 2013.
Pre-submission Review
Reviewed by the Chief Administrative Officer and Director of Planning and Building
Services.
Departmental Approval
Marco Ramunno, MCIP, RPP
Director
Planning and Building Services
Approved for Agenda
Doug Nadorozny
Chief Administrative Officer
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Motion for Which Notice
Has Been Given (May 2, 2017) Councillor Tom Mrakas
Date: May 9, 2017
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Mrakas
Re: Vacant Property Tax
Whereas housing prices have seen a significant increase in the past couple of years;
and
Whereas residents—especially young residents—are experiencing difficulty entering the
housing market due to a lack of affordable homes; and
Whereas there has been an increase in buyers purchasing properties and, upon
closing, many of these homes remain unoccupied; and
Whereas some buyers are not living or working in Aurora and may or may not be
properly reporting and paying income tax on their investment capital gains; and
Whereas the Province of Ontario has announced a new tax authority on vacant homes
that will give Toronto and other interested municipalities the power to impose such a tax
to encourage owners to sell or rent such spaces;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to investigate options
for imposing a vacant home tax under the new provincial initiative, and report back
with recommendations in Q3 for Council’s consideration.
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Motion for Which Notice
Has Been Given (May 2, 2017) Councillor Harold Kim
Date: May 9, 2017
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Kim
Re: Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Statistics
Whereas the updated provincial Growth Plan has identified a population forecast for
York Region of 1.79 million people to the year 2041 and is targeting infill intensification
in Ontario municipalities; and
Whereas the province is proposing to increase the density and intensification targets for
the Growth Plan; and
Whereas more and more municipalities have disagreed with infill development and
intensification projects by builders as a result of neighborhood mobilization; and
Whereas developers, large and small, have appealed municipal decisions to the Ontario
Municipal Board (OMB); and
Whereas there is information available from disclosing the characteristics of past OMB
appeals and results; and
Whereas residents, builders and municipal Council would benefit from historical
information, current information, and statistics from past OMB appeals to make more-
informed decisions in current and future appeals; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has information regarding the results of its own OMB
hearings, characteristics, and the financial outlays involved in each;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to prepare a report to
Council that would provide OMB appeals information from the past ten (10) years
from the Town of Aurora; and
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Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given
Re: Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) Statistics
May 9, 2017 Page 2 of 2
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff is not limited to but includes the following
characteristics:
• Number of units involved;
• Infill or large scale open field;
• Low, mid and high rise (number of floors);
• Total financial outlay of the municipality; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That staff be directed to return the report back to Council
within a reasonable time frame.
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Motion for Which Notice
Has Been Given (May 2, 2017)
Councillor Tom Mrakas and
Councillor Jeff Thom
Date: May 9, 2017
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Mrakas and Councillor Thom
Re: Commemorative Sesquicentennial Plaques
Whereas the Town of Aurora takes pride in preserving and promoting Heritage
properties; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora provides commemorative plaques to recognize properties
with Heritage significance; and
Whereas the Town of Aurora has many buildings that were constructed in 1867; and
Whereas 2017 is Canada’s Sesquicentennial;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora create a
commemorative plaque celebrating Canada’s 150 and the Town of Aurora buildings
constructed in 1867; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff identify the buildings that were constructed in 1867
to be so plaqued; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That funding for Aurora’s Canadian Sesquicentennial Plaque
program be funded from the Heritage Reserve Fund; and
4. Be It Further Resolved That the plaques be presented during Canada Day
Festivities to the properties identified by staff.
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora By-law Number 59XX-17 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law Number 2213-78, as amended
(Shimvest Investments Limited).
Whereas section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended, provides that
the councils of local municipalities may pass zoning by-laws;
And w hereas the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the “Town”) enacted
By-law Number 2213-78, including amendments thereto (the “Zoning By-law”);
And whereas on October 27, 2015, the Council of the Town enacted By-law Number
5764-15, being a by-law to amend the Zoning By-law with respect to certain lands shown
on Schedule “A” therein;
And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to further
amend the Zoning By-law to add further provisions to the zoning categories contained
within By-law Number 5764-15;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts
as follows:
1.The Zoning By-law be and is hereby amended to replace the “Row Dwelling
Residential (R6-58) Exception Zone” zoning category applying to the lands
shown in hatching on Schedule “A” attached hereto and forming part of this By-
law with “Row Dwelling Residential (R6-59) Exception Zone”.
2.This By-law shall come into full force subject to compliance with the provisions of
the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended, and subject to compliance
with such provisions, this By-law will take effect from the date of final passage
hereof.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 9th day of May, 2017.
___________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor
___________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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By-law Number 59XX-17 Page 2 of 3 Explanatory Note Re: Zoning By-law Number 59XX-17 By-law Number 59XX-17 has the following purpose and effect: To amend By-law Number 2213-78, as amended, being the Zoning By-law in effect in the Town of Aurora, to rezone the subject lands from “Row Dwelling Residential (R6-58)
Exception Zone” to “Row Dwelling Residential (R6-59) Exception Zone”.
The rezoning will correct the zoning of Block 126 in Plan 65M-4519, which was
erroneously zoned “Row Dwelling Residential (R6-58) Exception Zone” by By-law
Number 5764-15.
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By-law Number 59XX-17 Page 3 of 3 Schedule “A” Town of Aurora The Regional Municipality of York Location: Block 126, Plan 65M-4519
Lands to be rezoned from “Row Dwelling Residential (R6-58) Exception
Zone” to “Row Dwelling Residential (R6-59) Exception Zone”.
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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 May 9 , 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 May 9, 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 9th day of May, 2017.
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Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor
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Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Additional Items to
Council Meeting Agenda
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7 p.m., Council Chambers
• Delegation (a) Troy Hourie, representing Aurora Village Ratepayers Group;
Re: Item C1(R6) – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No.
2017-04, re Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017,
Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge Street, 12 and
16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-
2016-13
• Delegation (b) Hans Hoyer, representing Aurora Village Ratepayers Group;
Re: Item C1(R6) – Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No.
2017-04, re Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017,
Item 3 – HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge Street, 12 and
16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance Street, File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-
2016-13
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