AGENDA - Council - 20171010
Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
October 6, 2017
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 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 C5 inclusive, be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of October 3, 2017
Recommended:
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 Page 2 of 3
1. That the General Committee meeting report of October 3, 2017, be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of September 26, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Council meeting minutes of September 26, 2017, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session Minutes of September 19 and September 26
(Continued October 3), 2017 (confidential attachment)
Recommended:
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of September 19 and
September 26 (Continued October 3), 2017, be adopted as printed and
circulated.
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of September 19 and
September 26 (Continued October 3), 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of September 19 and
September 26 (Continued October 3), 2017, be adopted as printed and
circulated.
C5. Budget Committee Meeting Report of May 31, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Budget Committee Meeting Report of May 31, 2017, be
received for information.
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
7. Notices of Motion
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 Page 3 of 3
8. Motions
(a) Mayor Dawe
Re: Federal Legalization of Recreational Cannabis
9. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – September 21, 2017
Recommended:
That the Regional Report of September 21, 2017, be received for information.
10. New Business
11. Public Service Announcements
12. By-laws
13. Closed Session
14. Confirming By-law
Recommended:
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number XXXX-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from a Council Meeting on October 10, 2017.
15. Adjournment
Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Councillor Abel in the Chair; Councillors Gaertner, Mrakas, Thom,
Thompson, Pirri, and Mayor Dawe
Members Absent Councillors Humfryes and Kim
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, Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk,
and Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
Members of Council, staff and all those present in Council Chambers observed a
moment of silence for the victims of the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival (Las Vegas)
tragedy.
1. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
with the following additions:
• Item C5 – Memorandum from Mayor Dawe, Re: Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of July 28, 2017
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 1 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 2 of 8
• Item R7 – Correspondence from Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) dated September 29, 2017; Re: Appointments to the TRCA Regional
Watershed Alliance 2017-2021
• Notice of Motion (a) Mayor Dawe, Re: Federal Legalization of Recreational
Cannabis
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) Craig Mather, President, Suzanne Haines, Executive Director, and
Stephanie Nicolò, Program, Gallery and Volunteer Services Coordinator,
Aurora Cultural Centre
Re: Item R4 – PRCS17-032 – Canada 150 Art Installation at Church
Street School at 22 Church Street
Ms. Haines presented a brief overview of the Canada 150 Art Installation
project, the involvement of the community in the project process through local
public outreach, and the proposed design of the mural.
General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item R4.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 2 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 3 of 8
5. Consent Agenda
Items C1 and C2 were removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion
under Section 6, Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion, as items R8 and R9
respectively.
General Committee recommends:
That the following Consent Agenda Items – C3, C4 and C5 – be approved:
C3. PBS17-067 – Planning Applications Status List
1. That Report No. PBS17-067 be received for information.
C4. Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
of August 21, 2017
1. That the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of August 21, 2017, be received for information.
C5. Memorandum from Mayor Dawe
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting
Highlights of July 28, 2017
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority
Board Meeting Highlights of July 28, 2017, be received for information.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
General Committee consented to consider items in the following order: R4, R1, R2, R3,
R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9.
R1. CAO17-006 – Engagement of Review of Joint Operations Centre (JOC)
Project and Costs
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 3 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 4 of 8
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CAO17-006 be received; and
2. That Internal Audit Services of the Region of York be engaged to review
and report on the JOC Project and Costs using Brook Laker & Associates
as outlined in Report No. CAO17-006, for a total fee of $29,000 excluding
HST, to be funded from within expected 2017 operating surplus.
Carried
R2. FS17-043 – Capital Projects Status and Closures as of July 31, 2017
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FS17-043 be received; and
2. That the Capital Project closures and Capital funding adjustments
outlined in Attachments #1 and #2 be approved.
Carried
R3. FS17-044 – 2018 Fees and Charges Update
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FS17-044 be received; and
2. That the 2018 Fees and Charges for applications, permits, use of Town
property, the sale of Town publications and for the prescribed service
charges for administrative matters as itemized on the attached schedules
be approved:
Schedule A – General Fees and Charges
Schedule B – Planning and Building Services
Schedule C – Corporate Services
Schedule D – Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Schedule E – Infrastructure and Environmental Services
Schedule F – Financial Services; and
3. That the necessary by-law be enacted at a future Council meeting.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 4 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 5 of 8
R4. PRCS17-032 – Canada 150 Art Installation at Church Street School at 22
Church Street
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PRCS17-032 be received; and
2. That the installation of the Canada 150 Milestones Mural: A Community
Art Project art installation on the southwest lawn of Church Street School
at 22 Church Street be approved in the amount of $2,700, funded from
the Property Improvement Operating Account 1-4-07302-5037; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the funding
Agreement between the Town of Aurora and the Ontario Heritage Trust,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to
give effect to same.
Carried
R5. PBS17-076 – Proposal for Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PBS17-076 be received; and
2. That Council accept the Zoning By-law Amendment Application related to
the following Zoning By-law Proposal:
(a) Shimvest Investments Limited (271 Holladay Drive)
Carried
R6. CS17-030 – Implications of the Provincial Government’s Proposed
Changes to Employment Standards Legislation on the Town
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS17-030 be received for information.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 5 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 6 of 8
R7. Correspondence from Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) dated September 29, 2017, Re: Appointments to the TRCA
Regional Watershed Alliance 2017-2021
General Committee recommends:
1. That the correspondence from Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) dated September 29, 2017, regarding Appointments to
the TRCA Watershed Alliance 2017-2021, be received for information.
Carried
R8. FS17-020 – 2016 Year End Development Charges Statement
(Formerly Consent Agenda Item C1)
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FS17-020 be received for information.
Carried
R9. FS17-039 – Interim Operating Budget Forecast – as at July 31, 2017
(Formerly Consent Agenda Item C2)
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FS17-039 be received for information.
Carried
7. Notices of Motion
(a) Mayor Dawe
Re: Federal Legalization of Recreational Cannabis
Whereas the federal government is legalizing the use of recreational cannabis;
and
Whereas the provincial government is working towards a regulatory approach
that will align with the federal government’s legislative framework; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 6 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 7 of 8
Whereas the provincial government has indicated that cannabis and cannabis
related products will be sold by new standalone stores and an online order
service operated by a new Crown Corporation subsidiary to the LCBO; and
Whereas the provincial government has indicated that there will be
approximately 40 stores by July 2018, 80 stores by July 2019, and 150 stores
by 2020; and
Whereas the provincial Ministry of the Attorney General has indicated that
there may be an “opt out” provision for municipalities;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to investigate
this “opt out” provision with the Province.
8. New Business
Councillor Abel extended congratulations to Councillor Paul Pirri on his wedding.
Councillor Thom inquired about the status of the installation of the Light Armoured
Vehicle (LAV) at the War Memorial Peace Park. Staff advised that the LAV
installation is scheduled prior to Remembrance Day.
Mayor Dawe noted that he attended the Making Peace exhibit at Town Park over
the weekend with Councillor Abel, and encouraged Members of Council and the
public to attend.
Councillor Gaertner noted that there will be a tour of the Making Peace exhibit at
Town Park on October 4, 2017, at 4.45 p.m. followed by the Exhibit’s opening
ceremony at 6 p.m. at the Aurora Cultural Centre.
Councillor Gaertner expressed concerns regarding consultation timelines for
various boards who are stakeholders in Library Square and requested Staff to
investigate the matter.
Councillor Mrakas inquired about the status of the ongoing expansion of St. John’s
Sideroad, in relation to the scheduled timelines for completion. He further
expressed concerns regarding the increased traffic in the area. Staff provided an
update and noted that the project is on schedule.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 7 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Page 8 of 8
Councillor Mrakas requested clarification on the status of Bingo at the Senior
Centre, and staff provided a response.
9. Closed Session
None
10. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:19 p.m.
_________________________________ _________________________________
John Abel, Councillor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The report of the General Committee meeting of October 3, 2017, is subject to final
approval and endorsement of the recommendations by Council on October 10, 2017.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C1
Page 8 of 8
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes
(arrived 7:35 p.m.), Kim, Mrakas, Thom, and Thompson
Members Absent Councillor Pirri
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, 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, Linda Bottos, Council/Committee
Secretary, and Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following addition,
be approved:
• Presentation (b) Ashley Woods, Curator of Making Peace Exhibition; Re:
Overview of Making Peace Outdoor Exhibition
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 1 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 2 of 11
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) Adrian Wong, Recreation Supervisor – Aquatics & Fitness, and Jill
Foster, Chief Executive Officer, Aurora Public Library
Re: Recognition of Town and Library Staff for Rescue Efforts on May
30, 2017, and July 31, 2017
Mr. Wong and Ms. Foster recognized the rescue efforts of staff members who
saved two lives in two separate incidents at Town facilities, and certificates
were presented to: Jodi Alexander, Community Program Coordinator, Adrian
Bunyi, Lifeguard, Terri Edwards, Aquatics Coordinator, Nicole Lawlor,
Lifeguard, Courtney Leveck, Customer Service Representative, Greg Peri,
Acting Youth and Community Development Coordinator, Jennifer Savov,
Lifeguard, Glenda Willcock, Lifeguard, Adrian Wong, Recreation Supervisor,
and Library staff Reccia Mandelcorn, Manager of Community Collaboration
and Ashley Nunn-Smith, Manager of Content, Access and Innovation. The
recipients of the livesaving first aid, Mr. Osti and Mr. Golder, were in
attendance and expressed their appreciation.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the presentation be received for information.
Carried
(b) Ashley Woods, Curator of Making Peace Exhibition
Re: Overview of Making Peace Outdoor Exhibition
Mr. Woods presented an overview of the Making Peace international
photographic outdoor exhibition, a portion of which will be on display in
Aurora’s Town Park from Friday, September 29 to Sunday, November 19,
2017, with the opening ceremony taking place on Wednesday, October 4,
2017, at the Aurora Cultural Centre. He noted that further information is
available at www.makingpeace.org.
Council Meeting Agenda
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Item C2
Page 2 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 3 of 11
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the presentation be received for information.
Carried
4. Delegations
(a) David Basco and Jessica Kerr, representing Southlake Regional Health
Centre Foundation
Re: Item C1(R5) – CAO17-005 – Donation of Naming Rights, Southlake
Regional Health Centre Foundation Gala
Mr. Basco and Ms. Kerr presented information on the 20th anniversary
Southlake Black Tie Gala to be held on October 14, 2017, in support of the
hospital’s most urgent priorities, and expressed appreciation for the generous
support of all the hospital’s signature events. It was noted that more than
$200,000 have been raised through the donations of parkettes, and that they
are requesting the opportunity for naming rights in perpetuity to a parkette in
northeast Aurora, which will be sold to the highest bidder at the Gala’s live
auction.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item C1(R5).
Carried
5. Consent Agenda
Council consented to consider Items C1(R1) and C1(R4) under Section 6, Considera-
tion of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) as Items R2 and R3 respectively.
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 (with the exception of sub-items R1
and R4) to C4 inclusive, be approved:
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 3 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 4 of 11
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of September 19, 2017
1. That the General Committee meeting report of September 19, 2017, be
received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee
be approved:
(C1) IES17-035 – Award of Tender 2017-100-IES, New Service
Connections
1. That Report No. IES17-035 be received; and
2. That Tender No. 2017-100-IES – The Construction of New Sewer
and Watermain Service Connections for one (1) year commencing
on January 1, 2018, with an option to renew by the Town, in its sole
discretion, for an additional two (2) one (1) year periods, in the
Town of Aurora, be awarded to V. M. DiMonte Construction Limited
at the unit prices tendered; and
3. That the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be
authorized to renew Tender 2017-100-IES for an additional two,
one-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.
(C2) Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of June 6,
2017
1. That the Governance Review Ad Hoc Committee meeting minutes
of June 6, 2017, be received for information.
(R2) PBS17-068 – Proposals for Zoning By-law Amendment
Applications
1. That Report No. PBS17-068 be received; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 4 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 5 of 11
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Proposal for (a) 132-198 Old
Bloomington Road (The Biglieri Group Ltd.) be received as a Zoning
By-law Amendment Application; and
3. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Proposal for (b) 15356 Yonge
Street (2578461 Ontario Inc.) be received as a Zoning By-law
Amendment Application; and
4. That the Zoning By-law Amendment Proposal for (c) Shimvest,
Prato and Preserve, Aurora 2B be received as a Zoning By-law
Amendment Application.
(R3) PBS17-069 – Mural Sign Request for DNA Bar & Lounge – 15480
Yonge Street
1. That Report No. PBS17-069 be received; and
2. That the request for a mural sign for the property located at 15480
Yonge Street be denied.
(R5) CAO17-005 – Donation of Naming Rights, Southlake Regional
Health Centre Foundation Gala
1. That Report No. CAO17-005 be received; and
2. That the naming of the Trailhead Parkette in the subdivision located
at St. John’s Sideroad and Thomas Phillip Drive, to be auctioned in
support of the Regional Cancer Care Program, be approved.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of September 12, 2017
1. That the Council meeting minutes of September 12, 2017, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session Minutes of September 12, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of September 12, 2017, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 5 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 6 of 11
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of September 12, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of September 12, 2017,
be adopted as printed and circulated.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
Items were considered in the following order: R2, R3, and R1.
R1. FS17-041 – 2018 Capital Investment Program and Ten Year Asset
Management Plan Overview
Dan Elliott, Director of Financial Services, presented a review of the Ten-
Year Capital Investment Plan and an introduction of the 2018 Capital Budget.
He noted that the 2018 Capital Budget binders were being distributed to
Council this evening.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. That the presentation from the Director of Financial Services be received;
and
2. That Report No. FS17-041 be received; and
3. That the draft 2017 Ten Year Capital Investment Plan and draft 2018
Capital Budgets be received and referred to the Budget Committee
meeting scheduled for October 14, 2017.
Carried
R2. PRCS17-031 – Tree Removal Permit Application – 81 Catherine Avenue
(Formerly Consent Agenda Item C1(R1))
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. PRCS17-031 be received; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
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Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 7 of 11
2. That Tree Permit Application No. 057 be partially approved to allow the
removal of the four (4) White Spruce trees located at 81 Catherine
Avenue; and
3. That the removal of the two (2) Red Maple trees located at 82 Centre
Street be denied.
Carried
R3. PBS17-071 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-
law Amendment, York Region Christian Seniors’ Home
Inc., 440, 460, 480 and 500 William Graham Drive, Plan
65M-4442, Block 4 and Block 5, File Number: OPA-2017-
04, ZBA-2016-12
(Formerly Consent Agenda Item C1(R4))
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Abel
1. That Report No. PBS17-071 be received; and
2. That Application to Amend the Official Plan, File Number OPA-2017-04
(York Region Christian Seniors’ Home Inc.), to permit a maximum
building height of seven (7) storeys be approved; and
3. That Application to Amend the Zoning By-law File Number ZBA-2016-12
(York Region Christian Seniors’ Home Inc.), to amend the 'RA2(423)’ and
‘(H)RA2(424)’ exception zones to include assisted living units and
accessory uses as permitted uses, and to allow a maximum building
height of seven (7) storeys be approved; and
4. That the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment be
presented at a future Council Meeting; and
5. That a Temporary Use By-law for temporary relief of providing 80% of
parking spaces underground be presented at a future Council Meeting.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 7 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 8 of 11
7. Notices of Motion
None
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Aurora Christmas Market (Outdoor)
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas special events align with Objective 3: Celebrating and promoting our
culture and Objective 5: Strengthening the fabric of our community, of the
Town’s Strategic Plan; and
Whereas the revitalization of the downtown core is a key priority for our
businesses and residents;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff develop a new special
event—a one night, outdoor Aurora Christmas Market—to be held prior to
Christmas 2017 in Library Square; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff report back to Council with dates and
costs associated with holding a 2017 Aurora Christmas Market for
Council’s approval; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That staff include costs associated with holding a
2018 Aurora Christmas Market as a budget option in the 2018 Draft
Operating Budget for consideration by Budget Committee.
Carried
9. Regional Report
None
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
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Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 9 of 11
10. New Business
Councillor Kim requested an update on the LED street lighting project follow-up,
and staff indicated that a report is forthcoming.
Councillor Kim inquired about the new trees in Mavrinac Park, and staff provided
an update.
Councillor Humfryes inquired about the Making Peace exhibit in relation to the
Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair, and Councillor Abel provided an update.
Councillor Abel inquired about the status of the Pending List, and staff provided a
response.
Councillor Mrakas inquired about the lot coverage of the rebuild at 32 Wells Street
and access to the neighbouring property, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Mrakas inquired about the Treasure Hill development in the Yonge and
Wellington area in relation to the street parking concerns of residents on Irwin
Avenue and Machell Avenue, and staff agreed to investigate this matter.
Councillor Mrakas referred to the truck traffic on Bathurst Street, in relation to the
Highland Gate development, and inquired about whether temporary traffic lights
could be installed to improve safety in the area. Staff provided an update and
agreed to discuss this matter with York Region.
Councillor Kim requested an update on the park lighting concerns of the Highland
Gate Ratepayers Association and local residents, and staff indicated that a report
is forthcoming.
11. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Gaertner noted her attendance at the Queen’s York Rangers Army
Cadet Corps’ 50th anniversary reunion event held on September 23, 2017, and
expressed her appreciation to all those who have served our country.
Councillor Gaertner extended best wishes to those celebrating the Jewish New
Year, and noted that Yom Kippur will be observed from sundown on September 29
to sundown on September 30, 2017.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 9 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 10 of 11
Councillor Abel noted his attendance, on behalf of the Mayor, at an event on
September 25, 2017, in honour of Franco-Ontarian Day, officially recognized by
proclamation, where he accepted a piece of artwork created by a student. He
expressed appreciation to the schools and staff who participated in the event.
Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder about the Aurora Farmers’ Market and
Artisan Fair held every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Town Park, until October
7, 2017.
Councillor Humfryes advised that her father sustained injuries as the vehicle crash
victim of an impaired driver during the past weekend, and she extended a
reminder to everyone to not drink and drive.
Councillor Thom extended a reminder that the 6th annual Hillary House Ball will be
held on Saturday, October 21, 2017, at the King Valley Golf Club with doors
opening at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. He noted that tickets and more information
is available by calling 905-727-8991 or by email to community@aurorahs.com.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Colours of Fall Concert will be held in Town Park
from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 5, 2017.
Mayor Dawe noted that the Access Aurora hours are now 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
on Monday and Wednesday through Friday, with extended hours from 8:30 a.m. to
8:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Parks, Recreation and Culture Fall 2017 Program
Guide is available and program information may be accessed at aurora.ca/recguide.
Mayor Dawe encouraged residents to participate in the 2018 Citizen Budget at
aurora.citizenbudget.com by October 31, 2017.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that Culture Days events will be held on
Saturday, September 30, 2017, at Town Park, including a web-based mobile
scavenger hunt from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by the Trailblazer Music Festival
at the Armoury with open mic from noon to 2 p.m. and live bands from 3 p.m. to 10
p.m.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
Page 10 of 11
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Page 11 of 11
12. By-laws
None
13. Closed Session
None
14. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Abel
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 6010-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from a Council Meeting on September 26, 2017.
Carried
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The minutes of the Council meeting of September 26, 2017, are subject to final approval
by Council on October 10, 2017.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Item C2
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Town of Aurora
Council Closed Session
Public Minutes
Holland Room
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
(Continued Tuesday, October 3)
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Kim (arrived at
5:57 p.m. on September 26, absent on October 3), Mrakas,
Pirri (absent on September 26), Thom, and Thompson
Members Absent Councillor Humfryes
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Marco
Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Patricia
De Sario, Town Solicitor, Slawomir Szlapczynski, Associate
Solicitor, Anthony Ierullo, Manager, Long Range and Strategic
Planning, John Pandell and John Buhlman, WeirFoulds LLP, and
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The Chair called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. on September 26, 2017.
Council consented at 5:46 p.m. on September 26, 2017 to resolve into a Closed Session.
Closed Session recessed at 6:53 p.m. on September 26, 2017.
Closed Session resumed at 5:45 p.m. on October 3, 2017.
Council reconvened into Open Session at 6:13 p.m. on October 3, 2017.
Council resumed to report out at 6:43 on October 3, 2017.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
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Council Closed Session Public Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
(Continued Tuesday, October 3, 2017) Page 2 of 4
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.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 Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matters:
1.Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including
communications necessary for that purpose (section 239(2)(f) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CS17-029 – 9
Scanlon Court
Carried
Council consented to recess Closed Session on September 26, 2017 and reconvene on
October 3, 2017.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the Council Closed Session be reconvened into open session to rise and report
from Closed Session.
Carried
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Council Closed Session Public Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
(Continued Tuesday, October 3, 2017) Page 3 of 4
1.Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including
communications necessary for that purpose (section 239(2)(f) of the
Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session Report No. CS17-029 – 9
Scanlon Court
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1.That Closed Session Report No. CS17-029 be received; and
2.That the confidential direction to staff be approved.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 6 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Mrakas, Pirri,
Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
Voting Nays: None
Absent: Councillors Abel, Humfryes and Kim
4.By-laws
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
6009-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council
Closed Session Meeting on September 26, 2017 (Continued on October
3)
Carried
5.Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the meeting be adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Carried
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Council Closed Session Public Minutes
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
(Continued Tuesday, October 3, 2017) Page 4 of 4
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Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The public minutes of the Council Closed Session of September 26, 2017 (Continued
October 3), are subject to final approval by Council on October 10, 2017.
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Town of Aurora
Budget Committee Meeting Report
2018 Budget Consultation
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim, Mrakas,
Pirri, and Thompson
Members Absent Councillors Humfryes and Thom
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, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, and
Raffi Derderian, Business Support Analyst
The Chair called the meeting to order at 6 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Budget Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
with the following addition:
• Delegation (b) Bob Lepp, Resident; Re: Non-Tax Sources of Income
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Budget Committee Meeting Report
Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Page 2 of 4
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
3. Delegations
(a) Craig Mather, President, Board of Directors, Aurora Cultural Centre
Re: 2018 Budget Request for Aurora Cultural Centre
Mr. Mather presented an overview of a number of Centre initiatives including a
Strategic Plan update, participation in the Town’s Cultural Partners Review
and in the redevelopment of Library Square, and the hiring of a new Executive
Director for the Centre. He advised that the Centre was not in a position to
make a specific Operating Budget request at this time. Mr. Mather requested
that the Town provide funding through its Capital Budget and work with the
Centre in the design and construction of a new sign which would identify and
locate the Aurora Cultural Centre and Museum.
(b) Stephen Kimmerer, President, Board of Directors, Sport Aurora
Re: 2018 Budget Request for Sport Aurora
Mr. Kimmerer presented an overview of Sport Aurora’s funding request
including a review of its mission, background, community value, sustainability,
Sport Plan deliverables, and strategic plans. He requested support in the form
of an annual subsidy for 2018 and 2019, and an extension of the Sport Plan
Implementation Project services contract for 2018 and 2019.
(c) Bill Albino, President, Board of Directors, Aurora Historical Society
Re: 2018 Budget Request for Aurora Historical Society
Mr. Albino presented an update on the financial status and successes of the
year, as well as ongoing and upcoming projects and events. He requested
additional funding to their 2018 annual operating grant, in the event that it is
needed, in order to relocate the Godfrey Collection into an alternate storage
facility.
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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Page 3 of 4
(d) Javed Khan, Chair, Board of Directors, Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Re: 2018 Budget Request for Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Khan provided an overview of the Chamber’s mission and activities. He
requested Council’s consideration of specific sponsorship funds in support of
four events: the Aurora Chamber Home Show, April 2018; the Aurora
Chamber Tech Expo, October 2018; the Aurora Chamber Business Women’s
Summit, October 2018; and the Aurora Chamber Youth Entrepreneur Summit,
2018.
(e) Irene Clement, Chair, Board of Directors, Aurora Community Arboretum
Re: 2018 Budget Request for Aurora Community Arboretum
Ms. Clement provided a video presentation of the Arboretum’s accomplish-
ments and an overview of the plans for a further ten-year partnership. She
requested the Town’s continued support by accepting the updated master plan
and granting the associated funding for its execution over the next ten years.
(f) Ron Weese, Chair, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
Re: 2018 Budget Request for Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
Mr. Weese presented an overview of the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame’s funding
request including a review of its mission, goals, value, community benefits,
and sustainability. He requested support in the form of a long-term, base
operating funding subsidy to grow and fulfil its strategic plan, and one-time
capital project funding to expand the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame at the
Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex during 2018.
(g) Bob Lepp, Resident
Re: Non-Tax Sources of Income
Mr. Lepp presented suggestions for increasing compliance with animal
licensing and associated revenues.
General Committee received and referred the comments of Delegations (a)
through (g) to staff for consideration in the 2018 Budget deliberations.
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Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Page 4 of 4
4. Public Consultation – Open Session – Opportunity for Members
of the Public to Provide Input Regarding the 2018 Budget
No members of the public came forward.
5. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
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Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
The report of the Budget Committee meeting of May 31, 2017, is subject to receipt by
Council.
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Motion for Which Notice
Has Been Given (October 3, 2017) Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
Date: October 10, 2017
To: Members of Council
From: Mayor Dawe
Re: Federal Legalization of Recreational Cannabis
Whereas the federal government is legalizing the use of recreational cannabis; and
Whereas the provincial government is working towards a regulatory approach that will
align with the federal government’s legislative framework; and
Whereas the provincial government has indicated that cannabis and cannabis related
products will be sold by new standalone stores and an online order service operated by
a new Crown Corporation subsidiary to the LCBO; and
Whereas the provincial government has indicated that there will be approximately 40
stores by July 2018, 80 stores by July 2019, and 150 stores by 2020; and
Whereas the provincial Ministry of the Attorney General has indicated that there may be
an “opt out” provision for municipalities;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to investigate this “opt
out” provision with the Province.
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Memorandum
Date: October 10, 2017
To: Members of Council
From: Mayor Geoffrey Dawe
Re: York Regional Council Highlights of September 21, 2017
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
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The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-17 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on October 10, 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 October 10,
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 10th day of October, 2017.
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Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor
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Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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