AGENDA - Council - 20180213
Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
February 9, 2018
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
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
(a) Erin Rogers, Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation
Re: 2018 Run or Walk for Southlake
4. Delegations
(a) Dennis Hirst, Owner of The Yonge Street Winery
Re: Motion (a) Councillor Kim; Re: Road Construction
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.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 Page 2 of 3
Recommended:
That the following Consent Agenda Items, C1 to C4 inclusive, be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of February 6, 2018
Recommended:
1. That the General Committee meeting report of February 6, 2018, be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of January 30, 2018
Recommended:
1. That the Council meeting minutes of January 30, 2018, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session Minutes of January 23, 2018
(confidential attachment)
Recommended:
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of January 23, 2018, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of January 23, 2018
Recommended:
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of January 23, 2018, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
7. Notices of Motion
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 Page 3 of 3
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Kim
Re: Road Construction
9. Regional Report
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 February 13, 2018.
15. Adjournment
Sunday, April 29, 2018
Put your best foot
forward for something
truly special!
Lace up your shoes and
join us as we run and walk
down Davis Drive, coming
together to have fun, be
healthy and support
OUR hospital! Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 1 of 8
Southlake Regional Health Centre
DID YOU KNOW?
•Emergency Department: 110,000+ patients annually.
•Cancer: Ranked #1 of 14 Regional Cancer Programs in the
Province (based on 16 provincial performance indicators).
•Cardiac: 3rd largest Regional Cardiac Care Program in
Ontario. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 2 of 8
Southlake Regional Health Centre
DID YOU KNOW?
•Maternal Child: 2,600+ babies born every year.
•Surgical: More than 12,500+ OR procedures performed last
year.
•Mental Health: More than 20,000 adult outpatient visits
and 11,000 child and adolescent visit in 2015.
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 3 of 8
•This event is Southlake’s BIGGEST annual fundraiser.
•Funds raised support the most urgent needs across the
hospital.
•We rely on our community to fund 100% of new and
replacement tools, equipment and technology.
WE DEPEND ON DONORS LIKE YOU
•Every registration helps us make sure we
have the best tools in hand to care for our
patients!
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 4 of 8
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 5 of 8
TEAM CHALLENGE
Who will bring home the hardware this year?
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 6 of 8
TEAM CHALLENGE
•Friendly fundraising competition to see which team can raise the
most in support of OUR hospital!
•What’s up for grabs:
–Trophy
–Prizes
–Listed in local newspapers
–Bragging rights!
(Don’t forget to track the top fundraising teams leading up to the race)!
runforsouthlake.ca
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 7 of 8
QUESTIONS Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Presentation (a) Page 8 of 8
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018Delegation (a) Page 1 of 1
Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Attendance
Council Members Councillor Thom in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes
(arrived 7:04 p.m.), Kim, and Mayor Dawe
Members Absent Councillors Mrakas, Pirri, and Thompson
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van
Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Dan Elliott, Director of
Financial Services, Al Downey, Director of Operations, Marco
Ramunno, Director of Planning and Development Services, Lisa
Warth, Acting Director of Community Services, Stephanie
Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia
De Sario, Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, and Linda
Bottos, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
A moment of silence was observed in honour of Aurora community member and
volunteer, Ms. Kimberley Kerr, who passed away on February 2, 2018,
1. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
with the following addition and change:
• Presentation (a) Kyle Munro, 3rd Aurora Beaver Colony Scouter; Re: 3rd Aurora
Scouting Group 60th Anniversary (February 13, 2018)
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 1 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 2 of 8
• Presentation (b) Anthony Ierullo, Manager of Policy Planning and Economic
Development; Re: Business Concierge Service (formerly listed as Presentation (a))
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) Kyle Munro, 3rd Aurora Beaver Colony Scouter
Re: 3rd Aurora Scouting Group 60th Anniversary (February 13, 2018)
Mr. Munro expressed appreciation for the opportunity to come before Council
as the 3rd Aurora Scouting Group prepares for its 60th Anniversary, and noted
that the scouting movement has a long history in Aurora providing quality,
volunteer-driven opportunities for enriching the lives of local youth. He thanked
the many volunteers, both leaders and parents, who have given so much of
their time through the years, and acknowledged long-time sponsor Aurora
United Church. In recognition of the 3rd Aurora’s 60th Anniversary, Mr. Munro
presented the Town with a collection of historic Aurora scouting items intended
to provide a glimpse into the various scouting groups that have or continue to
operate in the Town. Mayor Dawe accepted the artefacts and read the Town’s
Proclamation in recognition of “3rd Aurora Scouting Day” on February 13,
2018, which was then presented to Mr. Munro.
General Committee received the presentation for information.
(b) Anthony Ierullo, Manager of Policy Planning and Economic Development
Re: Business Concierge Service
Mr. Ierullo presented a video, recently produced to promote the Town’s
expanded Business Concierge Service, which provides a summary of the
program and testimonials from investors that have recently been involved in
the program. He noted that the video will be used as a promotional tool and
will be distributed by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce to build awareness
among its members.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 2 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 3 of 8
General Committee received the presentation for information.
4. Delegations
None
5. Consent Agenda
General Committee recommends:
That the following Consent Agenda Item, C1, be approved:
C1. CMS18-001 – Rubber Sport Flooring for the SARC (Stronach Aurora
Recreation Complex) and ACC (Aurora Community
Centre) Facilities
1. That Report No. CMS18-001 be received; and
2. That Report No. CMS18-001 satisfy Council’s conditional budget
approval for Capital project 72164 – SARC rubber flooring; and
3. That approval be given for staff to proceed with Capital Project No.
72164; and
4. That notwithstanding the competitive bid requirements of the
Procurement By-law, a single source contract for the removal and
disposal of the present flooring and the supply and installation of
replacement flooring in the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex building
be awarded to Gym-Con Ltd. in the amount of $123,480, excluding taxes;
and
5. That notwithstanding the competitive bid requirements of the
Procurement By-law, a single source contract for supplying flooring for
the Aurora Community Centre building be awarded to Gym-Con Ltd. in
the amount of $12,000, excluding taxes.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 3 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 4 of 8
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
General Committee consented to consider items in the following order: R1, R2, R4, R3,
R5, and R6.
R1. CMS18-002 – Policy and Procedure – Community Code of Conduct
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS18-002 be received; and
2. That the implementation by staff of the Community Code of Conduct be
endorsed.
Carried
R2. OPS18-001 – Snow Removal on Yonge Street
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS18-001 be received; and
2. That the proposal to remove accumulated snow from Yonge Street
during night time hours be approved for the remainder of the 2018 winter
season; and
3. That staff communicate this proposal to the public prior to snow removal
operations occurring; and
4. That following the 2017/2018 season, staff report back to Council on any
issues or concerns expressed from the public as well as
recommendations on continuing this practice.
Carried
R3. PDS18-010 – Community Improvement Plan Incentive Program
Application
Joe Cara, 15132 and 15136 Yonge Street, Part of Lots 4
and 5, Registered Plan 9, File Number: CIP-2017-03
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 4 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 5 of 8
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-010 be received; and
2. That the Façade and Signage Improvement Grant application for 15132
Yonge Street be approved and that funding in the amount of $15,000 be
granted and funded from the Economic Development Reserve Fund; and
3. That a by-law implementing the Tax Based Redevelopment Grant
program be enacted; and
4. That the Tax Based Redevelopment Grant application for 15136 Yonge
Street be approved for 100% of the annual municipal tax increment and
be phased out 10% annually over ten (10) years or the dollar limit of
eligible costs whichever is reached first; and
5. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to enter into and sign any
agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
Carried
R4. PDS18-013 – Town of Aurora Strategic Plan Update
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-013 be received; and
2. That the attached updated Town of Aurora Strategic Plan be approved.
Carried
R5. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2018-01
General Committee recommends:
1. That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2018-01 be
received; and
2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be
approved.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 5 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 6 of 8
R6. CS18-001 – Pending List
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS18-001 be deferred to the next meeting cycle.
Motion to defer
Carried
7. Notices of Motion
(a) Councillor Kim
Re: Road Construction
Whereas the Town of Aurora has a Ten-Year Road Construction Program, and
each year there are road projects impacting residents and businesses alike;
and
Whereas recent road improvement project(s) have had its challenges; and
Whereas in 2018 the Town is anticipating road projects including, but not
limited to, Yonge Street stretching from Brookland Avenue to St. John’s
Sideroad; and
Whereas staff in large part has already analyzed the challenges and
successes in the case of the Brookland Avenue road project, and plans to
leverage the information for future projects; and
Whereas the Town has a Business Concierge team to partner with local
businesses to mediate potential business impacts due to adjacent road
construction;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff bring a detailed report to
Council which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
(a) Challenges encountered (including incidents in the Brookland Avenue
road improvement project);
(b) Successes;
(c) What was learned;
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 6 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 7 of 8
(d) Recommendations to be included for future road projects, including
how the Business Concierge team can get involved; and
(e) Business owner participation.
8. New Business
Mayor Dawe expressed appreciation to staff for their efforts in organizing the
Mayor and Council New Year’s Levee, which was held on January 20, 2018, at the
Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex.
Councillor Abel referred to the Wells Street fence issue and proposed to put
forward a motion to resolve into closed session to discuss the matter, for which the
Clerk provided procedural advice. Councillor Abel expressed further concerns and
suggested that the Town has a responsibility to prevent barriers to the health and
safety of neighbours.
Councillor Gaertner referred to an email she circulated to Council and staff
regarding the Wells Street fence issue, expressing health and safety concerns,
and requested that the matter be further addressed by the Town.
Councillor Gaertner referred to Item R5, Summary of Committee Recommendations
Report No. 2018-01, regarding the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of December 4, 2017, noting that the Corporate Environmental Action
Plan does not clearly identify responsibility and how objectives would be achieved.
Staff indicated that they would follow up and provide further information.
Councillor Kim inquired about the expected submission date of a report back to
Council regarding the fence by-law review, and staff provided a response.
Mayor Dawe noted that the Wells Street fence issue would not qualify as a closed
session item as the matter is a neighbour dispute. He advised that the complainant
has been informed of their rights and the process regarding this matter.
9. Closed Session
None
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 7 of 8
General Committee Meeting Report
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Page 8 of 8
10. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
_________________________________ _________________________________
Jeff Thom, Councillor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C1
Page 8 of 8
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes,
Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom and Thompson
Members Absent None
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Techa van
Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Dan Elliott, Director of
Financial Services, Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and
Development Services, Al Downey, Director of Operations, Lisa
Warth, Acting Director of Community Services, Stephanie
Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications,
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk,
and Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
Mayor Dawe relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Abel at 7:17 p.m., during the
consideration of Motions (a) and (b), and resumed the Chair at 7:33 p.m.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 8:58 p.m. and reconvened at 9:08 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Pirri seconded by Councillor Kim, Council consented to
extend the hour past 10:30 p.m.
On a motion of Councillor Thom seconded by Councillor Humfryes, Council consented
on a two-thirds vote to extend the hour to 11:15 p.m.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 1 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 2 of 18
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Service, with the following additions,
be approved:
• Delegation (a) Rabbi Yosef Hecht, Chabad Lubavitch of Aurora; Re: Motion
(b) Mayor Dawe; Re: Menorah Lighting Ceremony
• Delegation (b) Mr. Paul Noland, Re: Motion (a) Mayor Dawe; Re: Review of
Restrictions on the Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicles on Residential
Streets
On a two-thirds vote the motion
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) Rabbi Yosef Hecht, Chabad Lubavitch of Aurora
Re: Motion (b) Mayor Dawe; Re: Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Rabbi Hecht, Executive Director of Chabad Aurora, spoke in support of the
motion and expressed gratitude for the initiative.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion (b).
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 2 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 3 of 18
(b) Paul Nolan, Resident
Re: Motion (a) Mayor Dawe; Re: Review of Restrictions on the Parking of
Commercial Motor Vehicles on Residential Streets
Mr. Nolan expressed concerns regarding commercial vehicle parking on
residential streets and spoke in support of the motion.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion (a).
Carried
5. Consent Agenda
Council consented to consider Item C1 (sub-items C8, R1, R2, R3, R4, R6 and R11)
under Section 6, Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) as
Items R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8 and R9 respectively.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following Consent Agenda items—C1 (with the exception of sub-items
C8, R1, R2, R3, R4, R6 and R11) to C4 inclusive—be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of January 23, 2018
1. That the General Committee meeting report of January 23, 2018, be
received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee
approved:
(C3) FS18-001 – Contracts Awarded Under Delegated Authority
1. That Report No. FS18-001 be received for information.
(C4) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of November 13,
2017
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
November 13, 2017, be received for information.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 3 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 4 of 18
(C5) Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes of November 30, 2017
1. That the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory
Committee meeting minutes of November 30, 2017, be received
for information.
(C6) Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
December 4, 2017
1. That the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
December 4, 2017, be received for information.
(C7) Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
December 6, 2017
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
December 6, 2017, be received for information.
(C9) Trails and Active Transportation Committee Meeting Minutes of
November 17, 2017
1. That the Trails and Active Transportation Committee meeting
minutes of November 17, 2017, be received for information.
(R5) PDS18-003 – Award of Contract – ESRI Canada Limited
1. That Report No. PDS18-003 be received; and
2. That staff be authorized to renew the Enterprise License
Agreement with ESRI Canada Limited for a three-year term at a
cost of $63,000 per year.
(R7) PDS18-006 – Proposal for Zoning By-law Amendment Application
1. That Report No. PDS18-006 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Proposal from the following applicant be
accepted as a Zoning By-law Amendment Application:
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 4 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 5 of 18
(a) Starlight Investments Ltd. (145 Wellington Street West), File
No. ZP-2017-12
(R8) PDS18-008 – Tamarac Stormwater Management Facility Retrofit
1. That Report No. PDS18-008 be received; and
2. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary Agreement between the Town of Aurora and the
Regional Municipality of York allowing the Region to complete the
upgrades to the Tamarac Stormwater Management Facility,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to the same.
(R9) PDS18-009 – Award of Tender 2017-127-IES-ENG – For Mary
Street Sidewalk Construction, including New Right
Turn Lanes, AODA Modifications and Pavement
Markings
1. That Report No. PDS18-009 be received; and
2. That the total approved construction budget for Capital Project No.
34629 be increased by $85,959 to a total of $787,420, to be
funded from the Roads and Related DC Reserve; and
3. That Tender No. 2017-127-IES-ENG, Capital Project No. 34629,
for the construction of sidewalk on Mary Street including the
addition of right turn lanes, AODA modifications and pavement
markings, be awarded to Aloia Bros. Concrete Contractors Ltd. in
the amount of $691,170.72, 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.
(R10) CS17-027 – Ontario Municipal Board Appeals between 2006 to
Present
1. That Report No. CS17-027 be received for information.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 5 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 6 of 18
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2017
1. That the Council meeting minutes of December 12, 2017, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session December 12, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of December 12, 2017, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of December 12, 2017
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of December 12, 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: R1, R2, R5, R3, R4, R6, R7,
R8 and R9.
R1. PDS18-014 – Updated Design for Library Square
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. That Report No. PDS18-014 be referred to the General Committee
meeting of February 6, 2018.
Defeated
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No PDS18-014 be received; and
2. That the conceptual design for Library Square be approved; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 6 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 7 of 18
3. That an increase to Purchase Order No. 1166 by $1,077,500 be
authorized to provide for detailed drawings, specifications, and tender
documents; and
4. That the additional funding from the Council Discretionary Reserve Fund
to allow for detailed design of Library Square be approved.
Carried
R2. Memorandum from Councillor Pirri
Re: Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Report to Council,
Meeting of the Board of Directors and Advocacy Days 2017,
November 20-24, 2017
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 and
Advocacy Days 2017, November 20-24, 2017, be received for
information.
Carried
R3. Memorandum from Mayor
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting
Highlights of December 15, 2017
(Formerly Item C1(C8))
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Board Meeting Highlights of December 15, 2017, be received
for information.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 7 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 8 of 18
R4. PDS18-007 – Interim Control By-law, Stable Neighbourhoods, File
Number: ZBA-2017-10
(Formerly Item C1(R1))
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. PDS18-007 be received; and
2. That, pursuant to Section 38 of the Planning Act, an Interim Control By-
law be enacted to prohibit new residential dwelling or additions to an
existing residential dwelling that exceeds the current development
standards of the existing residential zones for a period not to exceed one
year; and
3. That staff be delegated authority to determine whether to allow proposed
minor variance applications in areas affected by the Interim Control By-
law to be brought forward to the Committee of Adjustment; and
4. That staff be directed to undertake a study in conformity to the terms of
reference attached to Report No. PDS18-007, to assess the existing
development policies and zoning provisions within areas designated
Stable Neighbourhood within the Official Plan with recommendations for
the implementation of best practices to confirm to compatible infill
development.
Carried
R5. CAO18-001 – Logo for Aurora Armoury
(Formerly Item C1(R2))
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. CAO18-001 be received; and
2. That Logo C be endorsed as it relates to signage for the Aurora Armoury
and the subsequent promotion and advertising related to the Armoury (89
Mosley Street) as a community space.
Defeated
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 8 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 9 of 18
Council consented to reinstate clause 1 from the main motion.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That Report No. CAO18-001 be received; and
2. That Logo A be endorsed.
Carried
R6. CS17-037 – 2018 Procedure By-law Review
(Formerly Item C1(R3))
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. That Report No. CS17-037 be received; and
2. That the final draft Procedure By-law, incorporating Council feedback, be
presented at a future Council meeting.
Carried
R7. PDS18-001 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan,
Dorota Smolarkiewicz, 15403 Yonge Street, Lot 95
Registered Plan 246, File Numbers: ZBA-2016-14, SP-
2017-09
(Formerly Item C1(R4))
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. PDS18-001 be received; and
2. That Zoning By-law Amendment file ZBA-2016-14 (Dorota
Smolarkiewicz) be approved, to rezone the subject lands from
“Promenade Downtown Shoulder – Special Mixed Density Residential
PDS4 Zone” to “Promenade Downtown Shoulder – Special Mixed
Density Residential PDS4(X1) Exception Zone”; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 9 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 10 of 18
3. That the Site Plan Application File Number SP-2017-09 (Dorota
Smolarkiewicz) be approved, to permit development of subject lands for
a business and professional office; and
4. That the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment be presented at a
future Council Meeting; and
5. 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
R8. PDS18-004 – Community Improvement Plan Incentive Program
Application, 14810 Yonge Street
(Formerly Item C1(R6))
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. PDS18-004 be received; and
2. That the Façade and Signage Improvement Grant application for 14810
Yonge Street be approved and funding in the amount of $15,000 be
granted and funded from the Economic Development Reserve Fund; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to enter into and sign any
agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
Carried
R9. IES17-044 – Update on the Regional Road Projects in Aurora
(Formerly Item C1(R11))
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report No. IES17-044 be received; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 10 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 11 of 18
2. That staff be directed to write to the local MPP, Province, and Region to
express the need for an interchange at St. John’s Sideroad and Highway
404.
Carried
7. Notices of Motion
None
8. Motions
On a motion by Councillor Humfryes seconded by Councillor Thompson, Council
consented to consider Motions (a) and (b) after Delegation (b) and prior to the Consent
Agenda.
(a) Mayor Dawe
Re: Review of Restrictions on Parking of Commercial Motor Vehicles on
Residential Streets
Moved by Mayor Dawe
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas the Municipal Act 2001, S.O., 2001, c. 25, section 11 (1) authorizes a
municipality to pass by-laws prohibiting or regulating parking and traffic on
highways and on properties other than highways; and
Whereas The Corporation of the Town of Aurora has enacted By-law Number
4574-04.T, as amended, being a by-law to regulate parking and traffic in the
Town of Aurora; and
Whereas residents have repeatedly expressed concerns with the parking of
commercial motor vehicles on residential streets for extended periods of time;
and
Whereas the current restrictions under the bylaw do not adequately address
the issues residents have expressed concerns about;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That By-law, Operations and
Engineering staff be directed to review the definition of “commercial motor
vehicle” and the current restrictions on the parking of commercial motor
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 11 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 12 of 18
vehicles on residential streets, and report back to Council on
recommended changes to the by-law to better address the needs of
residents.
Carried
(b) Mayor Dawe
Re: Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Moved by Mayor Dawe
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas on December 18, 2017, the Town of Aurora partnered with Chabad
Aurora to host the first ever Menorah Lighting Ceremony; and
Whereas the Ceremony was attended by several members of the Community
and Members of Aurora Council; and
Whereas the feedback received to date is to host the ceremony on an annual
basis;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Special Events staff be
directed to investigate and report back to Council on the implications and
feasibility of hosting an annual Menorah Lighting Ceremony as part of its
regular event schedule beginning in 2018; and
2. Be it Hereby Further Resolved That staff consult with Chabad Aurora prior
to finalizing their report.
Carried
(c) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Name Submissions for Library Square
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thom
Whereas “Library Square” is a significant Town project for the redevelopment
of our downtown core; and
Whereas naming of the Square is an important part of the project; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 12 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 13 of 18
Whereas the redevelopment of the Square will focus on more than just the
Library;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to create a
process to receive name submissions for the square from the public and
report back to Council with a recommendation; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That all Aurora residents be invited to make
submissions.
Carried
(d) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Local Appeals Body
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas Section 8.1 (1) of the Planning Act states, “if a municipality meets the
prescribed conditions, the Council may by by-law constitute and appoint one
appeal body for certain local land use planning matters, composed of such
persons as the Council considers advisable, subject to subsections (3), (4) and
(5). 2006, c.23, s.7”; and
Whereas Bill 139, Building Better Communities and Conserving Watersheds
Act, 2017 has received Royal Assent;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff create a Local Appeals
Body as per section 8.1 (1) of the Planning Act to hear Committee of
Adjustment appeals; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the Terms of Reference for the Local
Appeals Body be brought back to Council in May for enactment.
Motion to Table
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded By Councillor Pirri
That the main motion be tabled.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 13 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 14 of 18
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That a formal request be made to the Regional Municipality of York to
consider the formation of a Local Appeals Body as per section 8.1 (1) of
the Planning Act; and
2. That staff initiate further discussions amongst the N6 municipalities
regarding the formation of a Local Appeals Body; and
3. That this resolution be circulated to all nine York Region municipalities.
Carried
(e) Councillor Abel
Re: Fence By-law
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
Whereas the Town has current Zoning By-laws in place that provide guidelines
for residential development as per the Ontario Planning Act; and
Whereas the by-laws include how close to property lines the residential
building can be constructed, or “setbacks” as they are called; and
Whereas these setbacks allow access to the homes and allow residents to
move from the front yard to the back, where pools, decks can be located so as
not to infringe on their neighbours; and
Whereas property lines are shared, and fences are erected; and
Whereas some homes are constructed with common sideboard access,
shared driveways between the houses; and
Whereas some homes have maintenance easements in place that allow
residents rights of access; and
Whereas some homes in the Town's older sections, many dating more than
150 years, were constructed prior to the Zoning By-law and Building Codes
being in place, resulting in unique situations where a house may have been
constructed with less than a foot to the property line; and
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 14 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 15 of 18
Whereas a fence in this case may obstruct a resident from access to their
home;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to review the
Town's Fence By-law and report back with amending provisions that would
restrict the erection of fences in situations where the fence would impede
access to the home.
Carried
9. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – December 14, 2017, and January 25, 2018
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the Regional Reports of December 14, 2017, and January 25, 2018, be received
for information.
Carried
10. New Business
Councillor Kim inquired about the the possibility of turning off the walkway lights
earlier at Mavrinac Park. Staff noted that the current lighting times are the
standard, and the duration can be changed upon Council direction.
Councillor Abel inquired about the Pending List report, and staff noted that the
report is included in the General Committee agenda package for February 6, 2018.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the possibility of having pending lists for all
Advisory Committees, and staff agreed to investigate.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about a delegation from the Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority regarding flood control, and the Mayor agreed to follow up.
Councillor Mrakas expressed concern regarding litter around the retirement home
construction site on Murray Drive, and staff agreed to investigate the matter.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 15 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 16 of 18
11. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Gaertner expressed condolences to the family of Bob Leonard, who
recently passed away.
Councillor Abel extended his regards to the Roads staff for their efforts in
maintaining the roads during extreme winter conditions.
Councillor Thom expressed appreciation to the Aurora Royal Canadian Legion and
the White Heather Pipes and Drums in respect to the recent Robbie Burns Day
supper at the Legion.
Councillor Kim announced that the Aurora Winter Blues Festival Kick-off event will
be held on Saturday, February 3, 2018, at the Highland Automotive Showroom.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Town of Aurora has officially launched
PlaceSpeak, a collaborative tool that gives residents and business owners the
opportunity to report traffic and community issues, and more information can be
found at placespeak.com/aurora.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Town of Aurora was awarded the Campaign
Team and Engagement Award at the United Way of Toronto and York Region’s
Spirit Awards Ceremony, and extended his regards to the team captains, Tracy
Evans and John Firman, for their leadership.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Arctic Adventure event will be held on Monday,
February 19, 2018, at the Aurora Town Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and more
information can be found at aurora.ca/arcticadventure.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Town is looking for youth candidates for
the John West Memorial Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Award, and interested
candidates can visit aurora.ca/leadersoftomorrow for more information.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Canadian Blood Services will be holding a blood
donor clinic at the Aurora Legion from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday,
February 15, 2018, and appointments can be scheduled at blood.ca.
Mayor Dawe extended a reminder that the Mayor’s Celebration of Youth Arts
Exhibition will open on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at the Aurora Cultural
Centre.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 16 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 17 of 18
Mayor Dawe extended an invitation to join him at the Mayor’s Luncheon, which will
be hosted by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce at the Oakview Terrace on
Wednesday, February 21, 2018.
Councillor Thompson extended a reminder that the 2018 Run or Walk for
Southlake will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2018.
12. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number 6046-18 Being a By-law to appoint Building Inspectors for
The Corporation of the Town of Aurora.
(b) By-law Number 6047-18 Being a By-law to appoint Municipal By-law
Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of
the Town of Aurora.
Carried
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the following by-law be enacted:
(c) By-law Number 6048-18 Being a By-law to impose interim controls on the use
of land, buildings, or structures within certain areas of the Town of Aurora.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 8 Nays: 1
Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes,
Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and
Thompson
Voting Nays: Mayor Dawe
Absent: None
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 17 of 18
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 Page 18 of 18
13. Closed Session
None
14. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 6049-18 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from a Council Meeting on January 30, 2018.
Carried
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the meeting be adjourned at 11:05 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C2
Page 18 of 18
Town of Aurora
Council Closed Session
Public Minutes
Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner,
Humfryes, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, and Thompson
Members Absent None
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Marco
Ramunno, Director of Planning and Development Services,
Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor, Anthony Ierullo, Manager,
Long Range and Strategic Planning, and Michael de Rond,
Town Clerk
The Chair called the meeting to order at 5:46 p.m.
Council consented to resolve into a Closed Session at 5:47 p.m.
Council reconvened into open session at 6:44 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the confidential Council Closed Session meeting agenda as circulated by
Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C4
Page 1 of 4
Council Closed Session Public Minutes
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 Page 2 of 4
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 Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That Council resolve into Closed Session to consider the following matters:
1. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or local
board (section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session
Report No. PBS17-041 – Aurora United Church – Proposed Public Parking
Lease Arrangement, 15186 Yonge Street, File Numbers: OPA-2015-03, ZBA-
2015-08 and SUB-2015-04
2. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or local
board (section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed Session
Report No. PDS18-011 – Letter of Intent – Trinity Anglican Church
3. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or local
board (section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Verbal Update -
15165 Yonge Street
Carried
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the Council Closed Session be reconvened into open session to rise and
report from Closed Session.
Carried
1. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or
local board (section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed
Session Report No. PBS17-041 – Aurora United Church – Proposed
Public Parking Lease Arrangement, 15186 Yonge Street, File Numbers:
OPA-2015-03, ZBA-2015-08 and SUB-2015-04
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C4
Page 2 of 4
Council Closed Session Public Minutes
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 Page 3 of 4
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Closed Session Report No. PBS17-041 be received; and
2. That the confidential direction to staff be confirmed.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 1
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Kim, Mrakas, Pirri,
Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
Voting Nays: Councillor Abel
Absent: Councillor Humfryes
2. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or
local board (section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Closed
Session Report No. PDS18-011 – Letter of Intent – Trinity Anglican
Church
Moved by Councillor Pirri
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Closed Session Report No. PDS18-011 be received; and
2. That the confidential direction to staff be confirmed.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 8 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim,
Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
Voting Nays: None
Absent: Councillor Humfryes
3. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or
local board (section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, 2001); Re: Verbal
Update – 15165 Yonge Street
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C4
Page 3 of 4
Council Closed Session Public Minutes
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 Page 4 of 4
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
1. That the confidential direction to staff be confirmed.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 8 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Kim,
Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
Voting Nays: None
Absent: Councillor Humfryes
4. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
6044-18 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a
Council Closed Session on January 23, 2018.
Carried
5. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the meeting be adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Item C4
Page 4 of 4
Motion for Which Notice Has
Been Given (February 6, 2018) Councillor Harold Kim
Date: February 13, 2018
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Kim
Re: Road Construction
Whereas the Town of Aurora has a Ten-Year Road Construction Program, and each
year there are road projects impacting residents and businesses alike; and
Whereas recent road improvement project(s) have had its challenges; and
Whereas in 2018 the Town is anticipating road projects including, but not limited to,
Yonge Street stretching from Brookland Avenue to St. John’s Sideroad; and
Whereas staff in large part has already analyzed the challenges and successes in the
case of the Brookland Avenue road project, and plans to leverage the information for
future projects; and
Whereas the Town has a Business Concierge team to partner with local businesses to
mediate potential business impacts due to adjacent road construction;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff bring a detailed report to Council
which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
(a) Challenges encountered (including incidents in the Brookland Avenue road
improvement project);
(b) Successes;
(c) What was learned;
(d) Recommendations to be included for future road projects, including how the
Business Concierge team can get involved; and
(e) Business owner participation.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Motion (a)
Page 1 of 1
The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-18 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on February 13, 2018.
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 February 13,
2018, 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 13th day of February, 2018.
___________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor
___________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2018 Confirming By-law Page 1 of 1