AGENDA - Council - 20180410
Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
April 6, 2018
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, April 10, 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
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 C2 inclusive, be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 3, 2018
Recommended:
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1. That the General Committee meeting report of April 3, 2018, be received
and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of March 27, 2018
Recommended:
1. That the Council meeting minutes of March 27, 2018, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
7. Notices of Motion
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Sewer Use By-law and Environmental Concerns
(b) Councillor Kim and Councillor Humfryes
Re: Residential Zoning Amendment Applications
9. Regional Report
10. New Business
11. Public Service Announcements
12. By-laws
Recommended:
That the following by-law be enacted:
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(a) By-law Number XXXX-18 Being a By-law to designate a property to be of
cultural heritage value or interest (Town Park - 49 Wells Street).
(Heritage Advisory Committee Report No. HAC17-020 – Oct. 16/17)
13. Closed Session
14. Confirming By-law
Recommended:
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number XXXX-18 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from a Council Meeting on April 10, 2018.
15. Adjournment
Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Attendance
Council Members Councillor Kim in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes,
Mrakas, Pirri, Thom, Thompson, and Mayor Dawe
Members Absent None
Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Robin McDougall,
Director of Community Services, 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, 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 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
with the following additions:
• Delegation (b) Kevin Bechard, Weston Consulting; Re: Item R6 – PDS18-033 –
Proposal for Zoning By-law Amendment Application
• Item R9 – CMS18-008 – Facility Sponsorship Program – Treasure Hill
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Item C1
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General Committee Meeting Report
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2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
Mayor Dawe declared a potential pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50 respecting Item C1 – PDS18-031 – Award of
Tender 2018-23-PDS-ENG – For Roadway Rehabilitation on Orchard Heights
Boulevard, Whispering Pine Trail and Harmon Avenue, as he is a resident on one
of the streets. Mayor Dawe did not participate in the discussion or voting of this
item.
3. Presentations
None
4. Delegations
(a) Anna Kennedy, representing Aurora Duplicate Bridge Club
Re: Seniors and Duplicate Bridge
General Committee consented to allow an additional five minutes for the delegation.
Ms. Kennedy presented background on the Aurora Duplicate Bridge Club and
its diverse membership, and highlighted the importance of this non-profit
Bridge Club for seniors and the community. She noted that the Club is
temporarily accommodated in Newmarket and is seeking a more permanent
home back in Aurora, requiring 2,000 square feet of affordable, accessible,
rental space.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation for information.
(b) Kevin Bechard, Weston Consulting
Re: Item R6 – PDS18-033 – Proposal for Zoning By-law Amendment
Application
Mr. Bechard, Planner of Weston Consulting, and representing the owners of
the property at 254 Kennedy Street West, presented a brief overview of the
proposal to redevelop and rezone the property from R1 to R3, and to proceed
with the usual course of review with staff and consideration of Council.
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General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to
Item R6.
5. Consent Agenda
Item C1 was removed from the Consent Agenda for separate discussion under Section 6,
Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion, as Item R10.
General Committee recommends:
That the following Consent Agenda Items, C2 to C4 inclusive, be approved:
C2. Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
of February 26, 2018
1. That the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of February 26, 2018, be received for information.
C3. Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 28, 2018
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 28,
2018, be received for information.
C4. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2018
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 5,
2018, be received for information.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
General Committee consented to consider items in the following order: R1, R6, R7, R2,
R3, R4, R5, R8, R9, and R10 (formerly C1).
R1. CAO18-003 – Joint Operations Centre (JOC) Project Independent
Review Report
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Mr. Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, introduced Mr. Paul Duggan
and Ms. Janis Haugh, of Brook Laker and Associates, to give an overview of their
JOC project independent review report.
Mr. Duggan and Ms. Haugh highlighted elements of the review report, including
management summary and overall conclusion, observations, schedules, and
recommendations respecting project methodology and review.
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CAO18-003 be received; and
2. That the Chief Administrative Officer implement and oversee a
comprehensive project management discipline for the oversight of the
current major construction projects underway with the Town, pending
completion of the Town’s internal project management initiative; and
3. That staff bring forward for approval a report of the items required to
complete the JOC as were conditionally approved in the 2018 capital
budget.
Carried
R2. CS18-006 – Entry onto Private Property Protocol
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS18-006 be received; and
2. That the standard operating guideline regarding entry onto private
property and immediate access protocols (“SOG”) for Municipal Law
Enforcement Officers as outlined on Attachment #1 be endorsed; and
3. That staff report back to Council after one year of implementation of the
standard operating guideline with recommendations on the continuance
of practice.
Carried
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R3. FS18-011 – Funding Strategy for Pending Major Projects
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FS18-011 be received; and
2. That the funding strategies for the various pending projects outlined in
Report No. FS18-011 be endorsed.
Carried
R4. PDS18-025 – Parking Restrictions on Lensmith Drive
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-025 be received; and
2. That Parking By-law No. 4574-04.T be amended to prohibit parking at
any time on the south and west sides of Lensmith Drive from the westerly
property limit of house no. 38 Lensmith Drive to a point nine metres south
of the corner radius.
Carried
R5. PDS18-035 – Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Incentive Program,
CIP Agreement Authorization, PMK Capital Inc.,
95 Wellington Street East, File No. CIP-2014-02
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-035 be received; and
2. That the Director of Planning and Development Services be authorized to
enter into a Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Agreement to allow for
the Tax-Based Redevelopment Grant to be awarded to PMK Capital Inc.,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to
give effect to same.
Carried
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R6. PDS18-033 – Proposal for Zoning By-law Amendment Application
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-033 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Proposal from the following applicant be
accepted as a Zoning By-law Amendment Application:
(a) Weston Consulting (254 Kennedy Street West).
Carried
R7. PDS18-037 – Small Cell Technology Pilot with Rogers Communications
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-037 be received; and
2. That the Director of Planning and Development Services be authorized to
execute facility licensing agreements with Rogers Communications,
including any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to
give effect to same; and
3. That revenue from the licensing agreement with Rogers Communications
be directed to the Economic Development Reserve Fund.
Carried
R8. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2018-04
General Committee recommends:
1. That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2018-04 be
received; and
2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be
approved.
Carried
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R9. CMS18-008 – Facility Sponsorship Program – Treasure Hill
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CMS18-008 be received; and
2. That the Director of Community Services be authorized to execute the
Agreement between the Town of Aurora and Treasure Hill for the Facility
Sponsorship of the Spin Cycle Room at the Aurora Family Leisure
Complex, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same; and
3. That the Director of Community Services be given delegated authority to
execute all future recreation facility sponsorship agreements.
Carried
R10. PDS18-031 – Award of Tender 2018-23-PDS-ENG – For Roadway
Rehabilitation on Orchard Heights Boulevard, Whispering
Pine Trail and Harmon Avenue
(Formerly Item C1)
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS18-031 be received; and
2. That Tender 2018-23-PDS-ENG, Capital Project No. 31126, for Roadway
Rehabilitation on Orchard Heights Boulevard (from Bathurst Street to Hill
Drive), Whispering Pine Trail (from Aurora Heights Drive to Orchard
Heights Boulevard) and Harmon Avenue be awarded to RA Crete-Scape
Ltd. in the amount of $688,652.28 excluding taxes; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary
Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements
required to give effect to same.
Carried
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7. Notices of Motion
(a) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Sewer Use By-law and Environmental Concerns
Whereas many of Aurora's streams and creeks are in the Oak Ridges
Moraine, or are the Headwaters of the Holland River Watershed which flows to
Lake Simcoe; and
Whereas the Headwaters and the Oak Ridges Moraine are where water is
filtered and recharged; and
Whereas the moving water picks up sediments and nutrients that will be
delivered to the aquatic life downstream; and
Whereas these creeks and streams are extremely sensitive, and greatly
influence water quality and quantity across the Watershed; and
Whereas the quality of this water influences the viability of healthy habitats for
native plants, animals, and aquatic life; and
Whereas Environmental Stewardship and protection of these Headwaters, the
Holland River Watershed, Lake Simcoe and the Oak Ridges Moraine is an
important responsibility for all of us who live in Aurora; and
Whereas preventing toxins, used for maintenance and cleaning of swimming
pools and hot tubs, from entering the streams and creeks provides necessary
protection; and
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to come back
with recommendations as to how the Sewer Use By-law could be
amended to address environmental concerns relating to discharge of
water from swimming pools and hot tubs, and that mechanisms are in
place for the enforcement of the By-law.
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(b) Councillor Kim and Councillor Humfryes
Re: Residential Zoning Amendment Applications
Whereas the Planning Act stipulates that once the municipality passes a new
comprehensive zoning by-law review, a two-year moratorium takes effect; and
Whereas Council, at its June 27, 2017 meeting, approved a resolution
regarding exempting classes of applications from the two-year freeze on
accepting an application for an amendment to the new Zoning By-law, but said
resolution did not include residential zoning amendment applications;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council pass a resolution to
allow the receipt of all classes of residential zoning amendment
applications, thereby removing the two-year freeze on residential Planning
Act applications.
8. New Business
Councillor Abel and Councillor Gaertner inquired about the timing and next steps
on the matter of stable neighbourhoods, and staff provided a response regarding
an upcoming staff report for Council’s consideration.
Councillor Abel inquired about the public notice and process respecting the Hydro
Fund spending guidelines. Staff provided clarification and agreed to provide an
update report in the next meeting cycle.
Councillor Mrakas conveyed a resident’s concern, noting that a large notice sign,
which has been placed on the street to advise residents that Timberland Trail will
be closed temporarily to facilitate sewer construction, is blocking the sightline from
the driveway of one home. Staff agreed to investigate the matter.
Councillor Thompson inquired about a recent Regional Council communication
regarding the Retail Business Holidays Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. R.30 and possible
public consultation and reconsideration of the matter later this year, and Mayor
Dawe confirmed that this matter would be debated at the next Regional Council
meeting.
Councillor Kim requested an update on the construction of a baseball diamond and
soccer field on the Hallmark lands, and staff provided a response.
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9. Closed Session
None
10. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
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Harold Kim, Councillor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Attendance
Council Members Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel, Gaertner (departed at
10:26 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
Development Services, Al Downey, Director of Operations, Robin
McDougall, 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.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 8:52 p.m. and reconvened at 9:02 p.m.
Mayor Dawe relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Abel at 9:18 p.m., during the
consideration of Motion (c), and resumed the Chair at 9:27 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Service, be approved:
Carried
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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) Superintendent Michael Slack #756, York Region Police, 1 District
Re: Policing Operations Update
Superintendent Slack presented an overview of the police operations in 1
District, and provided details on the staffing, patrol requirements, call priority
breakdown, and the reporting tools available for residents.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the comments of the presentation be received.
Carried
4. Delegations
(a) Tyler Barker, Chair of Accessibility Advisory Committee
Re: General Committee Item R9 – Summary of Committee
Recommendations Report No. 2018-03
Mr. Barker expressed concerns regarding the accessibility deficiencies in the
Council Chambers, and provided clarifications on the Committee’s
recommendations to Council, including the Town’s Accessibility Plan,
Inclusivity Award, and development of recruitment strategy for the Committee.
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the comments of the delegation be received.
Carried
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(b) Stephen Kimmerer and Reg Chappell representing Sport Aurora
Re: Motion (b) Councillor Mrakas, Re: Centre of Excellence, and
Motion (c) Mayor Dawe, Re: Future Vision with York Region District
School Board
Mr. Kimmerer spoke in support of Motions (b) and (c) and emphasized the
need for more recreational space within the Town due to the growing demands
of the community.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
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 R1, R7 and R9) under Section 6,
Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) as Items R3, R4, and
R5 respectively.
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following Consent Agenda items—C1 (with the exception of sub-items
R1, R7 and R9) to C5 inclusive—be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of March 20, 2018
1. That the General Committee meeting report of March 20, 2018, be
received and the following recommendations carried by the Committee
approved:
(C1) OPS18-002 – Purchase Order Increase for Road Lining and Zone
Painting
1. That Report No. OPS18-002 be received; and
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2. That the contract between the Town of Aurora and Guild Electric
Ltd., as established through RFQ IES2016-66, be extended to
include the 2018 option year; and
3. That Purchase Order No. 901 to Guild Electric Ltd. be increased by
$45,000 to $128,101, excluding taxes, for the contract term of 2018.
(C2) OPS18-003 – Purchase Order Increase for Supply and Delivery of
Trees
1. That Report No. OPS18-003 be received; and
2. That the contract between the Town of Aurora and Dutchmaster
Nurseries Ltd., as established through RFQ 2017-30-PRCS, be
extended to include the 2018 option year; and
3. That Purchase Order No.1096 to Dutchmaster Nurseries Ltd. be
increased by $80,000 to $160,000, excluding taxes, for the contract
term of 2018.
(C3) OPS18-004 – Purchase Order Increase for Landscape Maintenance
1. That Report No. OPS18-004 be received; and
2. That the contract between the Town of Aurora and Municipal
Maintenance Inc., as established through RFQ 2017-19-PRCS, be
extended to include the 2018 option year; and
3. That Purchase Order No.1101 to Municipal Maintenance Ltd. be
increased by $65,000 to $139,176, excluding taxes, for the contract
term of 2018.
(C4) OPS18-007 – Purchase Order Increase to Priestly Demolition Inc.
for Interior Works at 89 Mosley Street
1. That Report No. OPS18-007 be received; and
2. That Purchase Order No.1203 to Priestly Demolition Inc. be
increased by $36,169.75 to $245,309.75, excluding taxes, for the
contract term of 2018.
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(C5) FS18-012 – Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members
of Council, Committees and Local Boards
1. That Report No. FS18-012 be received for information.
(C6) CMS18-007 – Dasher Board System in the Arena of the Aurora
Family Leisure Complex Capital Project No. 72171
1. That Report No. CMS18-007 be received; and
2. That Tender No. 2018-39-CMS for the supply and installation of the
dasher board system in the arena of the Aurora Family Leisure
Complex (AFLC) building be awarded to Welmar Recreational
Products in the amount of $216,496.00, excluding taxes; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the
necessary agreement, including any and all documents and
ancillary agreements required to give effect to same.
(C7) Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of January 24, 2018
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of January
24, 2018, be received for information.
(C8) Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February
1, 2018
1. That the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
February 1, 2018, be received for information.
(C9) Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 7,
2018
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
February 7, 2018, be received for information.
(C10) Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes of February 15, 2018
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1. That the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Advisory
Committee meeting minutes of February 15, 2018, be received for
information.
(R2) CMS18-005 – Requests for Proposals for Vending and Concession
Operations
1. That Report No. CMS18-005 be received; and
2. That the Director of Community Services be authorized to issue a
Request for Proposal for the operation of vending machines and
concession stands in Town facilities; and
3. That the Request for Proposal include mandatory requirements for
a minimum of 55% healthy food and beverage options, as described
herein; and
4. That the Request for Proposal include the following requirements:
(a) Vending machines to be included at all locations currently
identified for the RFP; and
(b) No change to current practice of requiring the concession
operator to provide all marketing and promotion in a neat and
professional manner; and
(c) Eliminate plain bottled water, but continue to allow the sale of
flavoured and/or carbonated water; and
(d) Staff to work within existing resources to promote the inclusion
of healthy choices by working with facility user groups and York
Region Public Health.
(R3) FS18-013 – 2018 Water, Wastewater, Stormwater Budgets and
Rates
1. That Report No. FS18-013 be received; and
2. That the 2018 combined Water, Wastewater and Stormwater
budget of $23,637,600, be approved; and
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3. That the 2018 retail water rate of $2.01 per cubic metre and the
retail wastewater rate of $2.72 per cubic metre of water, be
approved; and
4. That the 2018 flat rate stormwater charges of $5.28 per unit per
month for residential and condominium properties and $67.07 per
unit per month for metered non-residential commercial/industrial
and multi-residential properties, be approved; and
5. That the new approved retail water, retail wastewater and
stormwater charge rates become effective for all billings issued by
the Town on or after May 1, 2018, and be retroactive for all
consumption newly billed on such billings; and
6. That the 2018 bulk water purchase rate of $4.73 per cubic metre
dispensed effective May 1, 2018, be approved; and
7. That the Town’s full time staff complement for all work areas except
Library and Central York Fire be increased by 2 to 223 to reflect the
operational requirements of the water, wastewater and stormwater
areas; and
8. That the necessary By-law to implement the 2018 retail water rate,
retail wastewater rate, stormwater charge and bulk water purchase
rate, be enacted.
(R4) CS18-005 – Amendments to the Use of Corporate Resources for
Election Campaign Purposes Policy
1. That Report No. CS18-005 be received; and
2. That amendments to the Use of Corporate Resources for Election
Campaign Purposes Policy regarding Third Party Advertisers and
Nomination Day, be approved.
(R5) FS18-004 – 2019 Budget Development Direction
1. That Report No. FS18-004 be received; and
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2. That the key principals for the 2019 operating budget development,
be endorsed.
(R6) PDS18-023 – Application for Draft Plan of Condominium, Navelli
Dwellings Inc., 15278 Yonge Street, File Number:
CDM-2017-04, Related File Numbers: SP-2015-08,
OPA-2015-04 and ZBA-2015-10
1. That Report No. PDS18-023 be received; and
2. That the Application for Draft Plan of Condominium (Standard
Condominium) CDM-2017-04 (Navelli Dwellings Inc.), be approved,
subject to the conditions outlined in Appendix “A” of this report; and
3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute any
Agreement(s) referenced in the Conditions of Approval, including
any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give
effect to same.
(R8) PDS18-028 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Canadian
Tire Real Estate Limited, 14700 Yonge Street, Part of
Lots 76 and 77, Concession 1, File Number: ZBA-
2016-05
1. That Report No. PDS18-028 be referred to staff.
(R10) Memorandum from Mayor
Re: Celebration of Spring Fashion Show – Southlake Regional
Health Centre Foundation
1. That the memorandum regarding Celebration of Spring Fashion
Show – Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation be received;
and
2. That the Celebration of Spring Fashion Show be declared as an
“event of Town significance”.
C2. Council Meeting Minutes of February 27, 2018
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1. That the Council meeting minutes of February 27, 2018, be adopted as
printed and circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session February 27, 2018
1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of February 27, 2018, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
C4. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of February 27, 2018
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of February 27, 2018,
be adopted as printed and circulated.
Carried
6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
R1. CMS18-009 – Vending Machine Sales
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. PDS18-014 be received for information
Carried
R2. PDS18-045 – Additional Information for the Implementation of Train
Whistle Cessation for GO Train Crossings Design and
Peer Review Budget
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That That Report No. PDS18-045 be received for information.
Carried
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R3. CS18-001 – Pending List
(Formerly Item C1(R1))
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. That Report No. CS18-001 be received for information.
Amendment
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the main motion be amended by adding the following clauses:
“That staff be directed to conduct a Request for Proposal (RFP) to
engage a design firm to establish vision and conceptual plan for the
Temperance Street Cultural Precinct Area; and
That upon completion of the RFP process, staff report back on the
outcomes and any required budget consideration”
Defeated
Main motion
Carried
R4. PDS18-026 – Implementation of Train Whistle Cessation for GO Train
Crossings Design and Peer Review Budget
(Formerly Item C1(R7))
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Report No. PDS18-026 be received.
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
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That Report No. PDS18-026 be referred to staff for further information.
Motion to refer
Carried
R5. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2018-03
(Formerly Item C1(R9))
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1. That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2018-03 be
received; and
2. That the Committee recommendations of the February 1, 2018
Environmental Advisory Committee meeting, be approved; and
3. That the Committee recommendations of the January 10, 2018
Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting be referred to staff for further
information.
Carried
7. Notices of Motion
None
8. Motions
On a motion by Councillor Thompson seconded by Councillor Abel, Council consented
to consider Motions (b) and (c) after Item R4 and prior to Item R5.
(a) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Complete Streets
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas municipalities are moving towards becoming complete communities;
and
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Whereas the Town’s Official Plan establishes the vision, corresponding
principles and supporting policies to guide the Town’s evolution and
development, for all lands in the Town of Aurora; and
Whereas the Official Plan is written to direct change in accordance with
Provincial and York Region policy, with a new emphasis on the development
of a complete community, environmental responsibility, support for transit and
the efficient use of infrastructure; and
Whereas residents and businesses, current and future, have a right to
complete streets, streets that are “designed for all ages, abilities, and modes
of travel, with safe and comfortable access for pedestrians, bicycles, transit
users and the mobility-impaired as an integral planning feature; and
Whereas a Complete Streets policy ensures that transportation planners and
engineers consistently design and operate the entire street network for all road
users, not only motorists; and
Whereas Complete Streets offer wide-ranging benefits, are cost effective,
sustainable, and safe;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff add a Complete Streets
policy as part of the Official Plan update, so that a “complete streets”
philosophy be applied to the future development of the Town’s road
network; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That a focus on “Designing, constructing and
integrating new streets and retrofitting existing streets, where appropriate,
to focus on the needs of pedestrians, cyclists and persons with disabilities
and ensuring safety, accessibility, convenience, and comfort of all street
users be considered”.
Carried
(b) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Centre of Excellence
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
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Whereas the York Region District School Board has announced the relocation
of Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School from Dunning Avenue to Bayview
Avenue; and
Whereas the Dunning Avenue property is located in the middle of the
downtown core; and
Whereas the relocation of the school will have an impact on businesses in the
downtown area; and
Whereas one of the pillars of success identified in the Town Strategic Plan is
to actively promote and support the plan to revitalize the downtown; and
Whereas the Strategic Plan identifies that the Town continue to pursue
partnerships/initiatives to drive efficiency and potential cost savings; and
Whereas the relocation of Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School provides an
opportunity for the Town and Yok Region District School Board to collaborate
and partner on community initiatives; and
Whereas this site would be an ideal location of a new sport facility, that would
be another anchor to the downtown core;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff contact the York Region
District School Board and begin conversations about a possible
partnership in developing the Dunning Ave property into a Centre of
Excellence (Sport Facility).
Carried
(c) Mayor Dawe
Re: Future Vision with York Region District School Board
Moved by Mayor Dawe
Seconded by Councillor Mrakas
Whereas the Ministry of Education and the York Region District School Board
(YRDSB) recently announced a new high school will be built in east Aurora
replacing Dr. G. W. Williams by 2023; and
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Whereas discussions have commenced between the Town of Aurora and the
newly appointed York Region District School Board Director of Education with
respect to the proposed new high school; and
Whereas the YRDSB is open to receiving comments from the Town of Aurora
on what is envisioned for the new high school to best serve our residents and
school community at large; and
Whereas the YRDSB is commencing their visioning process for the proposed
new high school; and
Whereas there may be an opportunity to develop a “shared space” agreement
with YRDSB when planning the development of the new high school;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff initiate discussions with
YRDSB and prepare a report that outlines a vision for the new proposed
high school in east Aurora that includes a “shared space” opportunity and
meets the needs of students, parents, faculty and residents of Aurora.
Carried
(d) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Flood Preparation
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Abel
Whereas the Insurance Bureau of Canada now expects a severe flood event
somewhere in Canada every two to three weeks between April and November;
and
Whereas Aurora needs to be prepared for flood events by ensuring that our
storm water drainage systems are functioning at an optimum level; and
Whereas the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority's Flood Plain Map
shows many Aurora homes currently sitting within the flood plain;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff ask the Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority to present to Council about whether they
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are revising any of their assumptions about flood plain boundaries based
on the realities of climate change; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That staff be directed to prepare a report on the
following:
(a) The condition of the dams and flood control measures located in the
old part of Aurora, including when they were last inspected and
updated;
(b) What challenges the new development in this area will present for our
old infrastructure;
(c) Identify infrastructure throughout the Town that is in need of remedial
capital work to be ready to safely and efficiently cope with heavy rains,
and identify the requirement for any additional infrastructure;
(d) The budget that will be required for these capital works and the
maintenance of the system.
Carried
9. Regional Report
None
10. New Business
Councillor Abel referred to the email response from staff regarding his inquiry on
the cost of the reception with Niagara College, and staff provided clarification.
Councillor Mrakas expressed concerns regarding the location of the median on St.
John’s Street, east of Bayview Avenue, and expressed the need of a left turn from
the plaza located at the south east corner of the intersection. Staff agreed to
investigate the matter.
Councillor Mrakas expressed concerns regarding the location of a garbage
receptacle outside Petsmart, which is obstructing driver sightlines, and staff
agreed to investigate.
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Councillor Mrakas noted that the Aurora Arboretum Annual General Meeting is
upcoming, and extended the invitation to the new Director of Community Services,
Robin McDougall to attend.
Councillor Mrakas referred to the Metrolinx traffic study of the Wellington Street
area, and suggested the possibility of including the Centre Street chicane as part
of the study.
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the efforts to mitigate invasive species in the
Arboretum lands, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gaertner referred to resident’s concern regarding airplanes flying at low
altitude, and Mayor Dawe provided a response, noting that a response from
Buttonville Airport is pending.
Councillor Thompson inquired about the Town’s Municipal Alcohol Policy, and staff
provided clarification.
Councillor Kim inquired about the parameters of the procurement process, and
staff provided clarification.
Councillor Humfryes noted her attendance and extended her regards to Ms.
Moffitt’s Grade 6/7 class at the Regency Acres Public School for their initiative on
suggesting the possibility of a new dog park at Highland Gate Lands, as part of
their persuasive writing class project.
11. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Gaertner noted that the Bereaved Families of York Region will be
holding their annual fundraiser, Purse Party Auction: Ladies Night Out! at the
Newmarket Community Centre on April 11, 2018 from 6:30 p.m.
Councillor Gaertner noted that One Brave Night for Mental Health 2018 will be
ongoing until Friday, April 6, 2018, and more information can be found at
onebravenight.ca
Councillor Thompson extended a reminder that the 2018 Run or Walk for
Southlake will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2018, and encouraged staff and
Members of Council to participate.
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Councillor Abel extended a reminder that the Aurora Easter Egg Hunt will be held
on Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Councillor Kim extended his regards to Mayor Dawe on becoming a grandfather.
Mayor Dawe announced that the Flag raising for Autism Awareness Day will be
held on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 9 a.m. at the Town Hall.
Mayor Dawe announced that the CHATS Walk for Wellness will take place on
Saturday, April 7th, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Aurora Family Leisure
Complex (AFLC).
Councillor Mrakas extended his regards to Aurora Resident, Vivian Bridgeford, for
receiving the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) Volunteer of the Year award.
Councillor Abel noted that the 5th Annual Beer Tasting event will be held on Friday,
April 13, 2018 at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC) from 3 p.m. to
12 a.m.
Councillor Abel noted that the Aurora Chamber Home and Living Show will be held
on April 22, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Stronach Aurora Recreation
Complex (SARC).
12. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number 6054-18 Being a By-law to appoint Building Inspectors for
The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
(b) By-law Number 6055-18 Being a By-law to appoint Municipal By-law
Enforcement Officers and Property Standards Officers for The Corporation of
the Town of Aurora
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(c) By-law Number 6056-18 Being a By-law to exempt Blocks 123, 124, 125,
126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, and 137 on Plan 65M-
4519 from Part-Lot Control (Shimvest Investments Limited)
(d) By-law Number 6057-18 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6000-17,
as amended (304 Kennedy Street West – Joe Stewart)
(e) By-law Number 6058-18 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 5840-16,
respecting signs within the Town of Aurora
Carried
13. Closed Session
None
14. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 6059-18 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting
from a Council Meeting on March 27, 2018.
Carried
15. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Carried
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_________________________________ _________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Motion for Which Notice
Has Been Given (April 3, 2018) Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Date: April 10, 2018
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Gaertner
Re: Sewer Use By-law and Environmental Concerns
Whereas many of Aurora's streams and creeks are in the Oak Ridges Moraine, or are
the Headwaters of the Holland River Watershed which flows to Lake Simcoe; and
Whereas the Headwaters and the Oak Ridges Moraine are where water is filtered and
recharged; and
Whereas the moving water picks up sediments and nutrients that will be delivered to the
aquatic life downstream; and
Whereas these creeks and streams are extremely sensitive, and greatly influence water
quality and quantity across the W atershed; and
Whereas the quality of this water influences the viability of healthy habitats for native
plants, animals, and aquatic life; and
Whereas Environmental Stewardship and protection of these Headwaters, the Holland
River Watershed, Lake Simcoe and the Oak Ridges Moraine is an important
responsibility for all of us who live in Aurora; and
Whereas preventing toxins, used for maintenance and cleaning of swimming pools and
hot tubs, from entering the streams and creeks provides necessary protection; and
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to come back with
recommendations as to how the Sewer Use By-law could be amended to address
environmental concerns relating to discharge of water from swimming pools and hot
tubs, and that mechanisms are in place for the enforcement of the By-law.
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Motion for Which Notice
Has Been Given (April 3, 2018)
Councillor Harold Kim and
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Date: April 10, 2018
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Kim and Councillor Humfryes
Re: Residential Zoning Amendment Applications
Whereas the Planning Act stipulates that once the municipality passes a new
comprehensive zoning by-law review, a two-year moratorium takes effect; and
Whereas Council, at its June 27, 2017 meeting, approved a resolution regarding
exempting classes of applications from the two-year freeze on accepting an application
for an amendment to the new Zoning By-law, but said resolution did not include
residential zoning amendment applications;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council pass a resolution to allow the
receipt of all classes of residential zoning amendment applications, thereby
removing the two-year freeze on residential Planning Act applications.
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-18
Being a By-law to designate a property to be of cultural heritage
value or interest (Town Park - 49 Wells Street).
Whereas subsection 29(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.18, as
amended, provides that the council of a municipality may, by by-law, designate a
property within the municipality to be of cultural heritage value or interest;
And whereas on November 14, 2017, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of
Aurora (the “Town”) approved the recommendations of its Heritage Advisory Committee
to designate the property municipally known as 49 Wells Street, Aurora (the “Property”)
to be of cultural heritage value or interest;
And whereas the Town Clerk caused notice of the intention to designate the Property
to be served on the owner of the Property and the Ontario Heritage Trust and published
in a newspaper having general circulation in the municipality;
And whereas there were no objections to the proposed designation of the Property
served on the Town;
And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to enact a by-
law to designate the Property to be of cultural heritage value or interest;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts
as follows:
1. The Property described on Schedule “A” attached hereto and forming part of this
By-law be and is hereby designated to be of cultural heritage value or interest.
2. A statement explaining the cultural heritage value or interest of the Property and
a description of the heritage attributes of the Property are set out on Schedule
“B” attached hereto and forming part of this By-law.
3. The Town Clerk shall serve a copy of this By-law on the owner of the Property
and the Ontario Heritage Trust and publish notice of this By-law in a newspaper
having general circulation in the municipality.
4. The Town Solicitor shall register against the Property in the proper Land Registry
Office, a copy of this By-law including an Affidavit of the Town Clerk respecting
the giving of notice referenced herein to be attached to and forming part of this
By-law.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 10th day of April, 2018.
__________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor
__________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Schedule “A”
Description of Property
All and singular those certain parcels or tracts of land and premises situate, lying and
being in the Town of Aurora, in the Regional Municipality of York, municipally known as
49 Wells Street, and legally described as Lot 1 E/S Wells Street Plan 68, Lot 3 W/S
Larmont Street Plan 68, Lots 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19 S/S Mosley Street Plan 68, Lots
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 N/S Metcalf Street Plan 68, Town Hall or Market Block Plan
68 Aurora except AU515, being all of PIN 03650-0056 (LT), including the parkland,
playground, sports field and all accessory structures.
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Schedule “B”
Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
The cultural heritage value of the property derives from its architectural, historical and
contextual values. Town Park has cultural heritage value as it is a very early example of
an intentionally planned municipal park located within one of Aurora’s oldest
neighborhoods.
Established in 1867, Town Park has continuously served as a gathering place for
Aurora residents and visitors alike. Town Park is associated historically with local militia
and has hosted community-wide events, sporting events, musical performances, fairs
and markets throughout its existence.
Its park-like setting comprising of an open common, a band shell, playground and sports
field, bordered by a row of mature trees defines the character of the surrounding
residential neighbourhood.
The property has contextual value as being located within the first residential
subdivision in Aurora, known as Southeast Old Aurora, abutting the Aurora Armory and
the Wells Street Public School.
Historical or Associative Value
The original 1853 Plan for Aurora (formerly Machells Corners) comprised of lots for new
housing stretching from Yonge Street in the West to Berczy Street in the East. By the
mid-1860’s, the lands comprising Town Park remained vacant, but were quickly
becoming a gathering place for Village residents. In November 1867, the Village of
Aurora purchased from John Mosley, the lots bounded by Mosley Street to the north,
Metcalfe Street to the south, Larmont Street to the east and Wells Street to the west.
The Village purchased the lands for $1,000. Town Park was the first public park in
Aurora.
Town Park has been a meeting place for Auroran’s and tourists throughout its history.
The Town Park has hosted community-wide events, sporting events, musical
performances, fairs and markets. Examples of such events include the Aurora Horse
Show, Victoria Day & Dominion Day celebrations and the Aurora Farmer’s Market.
Town Park has also hosted prominent politicians, including Edward Blake and Sir Wilfrid
Laurier, for visits to the York North riding.
Architectural Value
Town Park serves as a very early example of an intentionally planned municipal park.
Town Park has historically been used as a recreational open space for Aurora citizens
and a parade ground for the Queen’s York Rangers.
As baseball grew in popularity, both a hardball diamond, and a softball diamond were
created at Town Park. The hardball diamond was located between the Armoury and the
Band Shell, and a softball diamond still exists in the southwest quadrant. By the mid
1960’s the hardball diamond was removed.
By 1950, the first permanent Band Shell was constructed on the lands, which was
donated by the Aurora Lions Club and located at the northwest quadrant of the Town
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Park. The Band Shell would be constructed in two phases: the first was the concrete
stage completed in 1950 and the second was an arched roof, supported by curvilinear
steel beams, this phase was completed in 1962. By 2001, the original Band Shell was
removed and replaced with a larger Band Shell constructed circa 2002.
The park is lined with mature deciduous trees including Sugar Maple, Red Oak, Ash,
Norway Maple and Silver Maple around the perimeter of Town Park. Many trees located
around the perimeter of Town Park are over 100 years old. Other tree species in Town
Park include Hackberry, Locust, Chestnut, Freeman Maple, White Oak and Pear Tree.
Contextual Value
Situated within the heart Southeast Old Aurora neighborhood, Town Park can be
considered a well-known landmark that has defined the residential character and history
of Aurora. . Centrally located between Yonge Street and the railroad made Town Park a
natural place to greet and host visitors and dignitaries. Town Park is contextually linked
to the surrounding neighborhood as it serves as a recreational use for the Southeast
Aurora residents. Town Park is contextually linked to the identity of Aurora as it serves
as a focal point for frequently occurring concerts, events, festivals and markets attended
by residents from across the municipality and beyond. Town Park was utilized as a
parade ground for the Queen’s York Rangers between 1874 and 2014, therefore is
contextually linked to the Aurora Armoury and Aurora’s military past. Furthermore, Town
Park is contextually linked to the former Wells Street Public School for its use as a play
area from 1892 to 2010. Town Park continues to serve as an important gathering place
for the community. Events, markets, festivals and celebrations continue to attract
residents and visitors.
The current configuration of the east-west walking path and trees leading from Wells
Street into the Town Park is symmetrical with the main entrance to the former Wells
Street Public School. This creates a significant vista looking west towards Wells Street.
Description of Heritage Attributes
x The overall park setting, including the natural landscape of the existing park
x Its location in the core of the Southeast Old Aurora Neighbourhood, adjacent to
the Aurora Armoury and the former Wells Street Public School.
x Its orientation to the Wells Street Public School, which forms a significant vista
x The presence of a Band Shell
x The presence of a Baseball diamond
x Playground
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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 April 10, 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 April 10, 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 10th day of April, 2018.
___________________________________
Geoffrey Dawe, Mayor
___________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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