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AGENDA - Council - 20190611 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 7 p.m. Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Public Release June 6, 2019 Town of Aurora Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 7 p.m., Council Chambers 1. Approval of the Agenda Note: According to the Procedure By-law, the consent of at least a two-thirds majority vote of Members present is required to permit the inclusion of Delegation (a) on the agenda as Item R1 is an active planning application. Recommended: That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 3. Community Presentations (a) Clovis Grant, representing 360°kids support services Re: Youth Homelessness 4. Delegations (a) Travis Skelton, Skale Developments Inc. Re: Item R1 – PDS19-047 – Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions, 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc., 15370 Leslie Street, File Number: ZBA-2017-02, Related File Number: SP-2017-02 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Page 2 of 4 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 C3 inclusive, be approved: C1. Council Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2019 Recommended: 1. That the Council Meeting minutes of May 28, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C2. Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2019 Recommended: 1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of May 22, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C3. Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of April 26, 2019 Recommended: 1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of April 26, 2019, be received for information. 6. Standing Committee Reports S1. General Committee Meeting Report of June 4, 2019 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Page 3 of 4 Recommended: 1. That the General Committee meeting report of June 4, 2019, be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved. 7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) R1. PDS19-047 – Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc. 15370 Leslie Street File Number: ZBA-2017-02 Related File Number: SP-2017-02 Note: General Committee Report No. PDS19-047 (dated May 21, 2019) is included on the Council agenda per Council’s May 28, 2019 motion to reconsider the item. Recommended: 1. That Report No. PDS19-047 be received; and 2. That the Amending Zoning By-law be enacted with the following: (a) Private Open Space (O2) Zones at the eastern portion of the subject lands; and (b) The maximum permitted building height be 12.6 metres, and that in calculating the height of a building, any construction used as an ornament, railing, stair enclosure/access, storage enclosure, and/or rooftop amenity shall be allowed to project above the maximum building height by a maximum of 2.2 metres. 8. Motions (a) Councillor Gilliland Re: John West Way – Speed and Sightline Issues Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Page 4 of 4 9. Regional Report York Regional Council Highlights – May 16, 2019 Recommended: That the Regional Report of May 16, 2019, be received for information. 10. New Business 11. Public Service Announcements 12. By-laws 13. Closed Session 14. Confirming By-law Recommended: That the following confirming by-law be enacted: By-law Number XXXX-19 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on June 11, 2019. 15. Adjournment      7KLV'HOHJDWLRQ5HTXHVWIRUPDQGDQ\ZULWWHQVXEPLVVLRQVRUEDFNJURXQGLQIRUPDWLRQ IRUFRQVLGHUDWLRQE\HLWKHU&RXQFLORU&RPPLWWHHVRI&RXQFLOPXVWEHVXEPLWWHGWRWKH &OHUN¶VRIILFHE\WKHIROORZLQJGHDGOLQH  D.m. 2QH () %XVLQHVVDay Prior to the Requested Meeting Date     DQG   Subject:       Name of Group or Person(s) being Represented (if applicable): Brief Summary of Issue or Purpose of Delegation: Please complete the following: +DYH\RXEHHQLQFRQWDFWZLWKD7RZQVWDIIRU &RXQFLOPHPEHUUHJDUGLQJ\RXUPDWWHURILQWHUHVW"<HV ܆܆ 1R ܆ ,I\HVZLWKZKRP"'DWH ܆ ,DFNQRZOHGJHWKDWWKH3URFHGXUH%\ODZSHUPLWVILYH  PLQXWHVIRU'HOHJDWLRQV /HJLVODWLYH6HUYLFHV  &OHUNV#DXURUDFD 7RZQRI$XURUD -RKQ:HVW:D\%R[ $XURUD21/*- June 11th, 2019 15370 Leslie Street Zoning and Site Plan Application Travis Skelton Skale Developments Inc Clarification of technical components associated with Zoning By-law being presented to Council. ✔ Council, Planning Staff ■ Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Delegation (a) Page 1 of 1 Town of Aurora Council Meeting Minutes Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Attendance Council Members Mayor Mrakas in the Chair; Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland, Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson Members Absent None Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services, Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Jason Gaertner, Acting Director of Financial Services, Sara Tienkamp, Acting Director of Operations, David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services, Stephanie Mackenzie-Smith, Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario, Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, and Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Coordinator The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Humfryes That the rules of procedure be waived to allow a motion regarding the Aurora Soccer Club flying a drone over Highland Park to be added to the agenda. On a two-thirds vote the motion Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 1 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 2 of 13 Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Thompson That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following additions, be approved: • Delegation (a) Sandra Sangster, representing Regency Acres Ratepayers Association, Aurora Heights Ratepayers Association, Town Park Area Residents Ratepayers Association; Re: Motion (a) Councillor Gaertner, Re: Stable Neighbourhood Study Methodology • Item R1 – FS19-024 – Library Square Total Approved Budget Funding Sources • Motion (b) Councillor Gallo; Re: Drone Flying for Aurora Soccer Club Carried as amended 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50. 3. Community Presentations (a) Susan Mullin and Brian North, Southlake Regional Health Care Foundation Re: Presentation of the Run for Southlake Mayor’s Cup Mr. North and Ms. Mullin recognized the fundraising efforts of the Members of Council and Aurora residents who participated in the Run for Southlake Mayor’s Cup Challenge. It was noted that Team Aurora raised $12,978 and overall $411,000 was raised for Southlake Regional Health Centre. Mr. North and Ms. Mullin presented the Mayor and Members of Council with the Run for Southlake Mayor’s Cup trophy. Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Thompson That the presentation be received for information. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 2 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 3 of 13 (b) Michele Boyer and Raymond Noble, Aurora Lawn Bowling Club Re: Aurora Lawn Bowling Club Update Ms. Boyer and Mr. Noble presented an overview of the club’s history, details of the various programs offered by the club, upcoming events, and ongoing efforts for public outreach. The Mayor and Members of Council recognized Jeff Walker, long time member of the Aurora Lawn Bowling Club for his efforts and continuous participation in advancing the sport in the community. Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Humfryes That the presentation be received for information. Carried (c) Stephen Forsey, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame (ASHOF) Re: ASHOF Inductees for 2019 Mr. Forsey recognized and announced the names of five Aurorans who have made major contributions to sport – Jim Clark, Reg Chappell, Travis Romagnoli, Dave Gardner, and Ryan Gardner – who will be inducted into the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame. He noted that the 2019 Induction Celebration will be held on November 7, 2019 at St. Andrew’s College and further information will be available at www.aurorashof.ca. Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Gallo That the presentation be received for information. Carried 4. Delegations (a) Sandra Sangster, representing Regency Acres Ratepayers Association, Aurora Heights Ratepayers Association, Town Park Area Residents Ratepayer Association; Re: Motion (a) Councillor Gaertner, Re: Stable Neighbourhood Study Methodology Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 3 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 4 of 13 Ms. Sangster spoke in support of the motion and expressed concern regarding the methodology used by consultants to calculate the gross floor area and percentage lot coverage for the sable neighbourhood study areas. Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Kim That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Motion (a). Carried 5. Consent Agenda Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 to C4 inclusive, be approved: C1. Council Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2019 1. That the Council Meeting minutes of May 14, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C2. Council Closed Session Minutes of May 7, 2019 1. That the Council Closed Session minutes of May 7, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C3. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of May 7, 2019 1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of May 7, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C4. Council Workshop Meeting Minutes of May 13, 2019 1. That the Council Workshop Meeting minutes of May 13, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 4 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 5 of 13 6. Standing Committee Reports Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Thompson That the following Standing Committee Report, Item S1, be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved: S1. General Committee Meeting Report of May 21, 2019 (C1) Memorandum from Mayor Mrakas Re: Aurora Sports Hall of Fame – Appointment to the Board 1. That the memorandum regarding Aurora Sports Hall of Fame – Appointment to the Board and attached correspondence be received; and 2. That Robin McDougall, Director, Community Services, for the Town of Aurora and Mayor Tom Mrakas be appointed to the Board of the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame. Carried (A1 ) Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 30, 2019 1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 30, 2019, be received for information. Carried (A2 ) Community Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 2, 2019 1. That the Community Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 2, 2019, be received for information. Carried (R1) CMS19-015 – Library Square – Linkage and Café Options 1. That Report No. CMS19-015 be received; and 2. That Linkage Option B – Link with Stairs be approved and the total Library Square project budget be increased by $3,544,400 to be funded as per the recommended funding strategy; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 5 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 6 of 13 3. That staff report back to Council on final cost estimate for the Library Extension Corridor; and 4. That the Library Entrance Vestibule be approved and the total Library Square project budget increased by $398,900 to be funded as per the recommended funding strategy; and 5. That the Café Snack bar/Concession style be approved and the total Library Square project budget increased by $157,700 to be funded as per the recommended funding strategy. Carried (R2) PDS19-042 – Regional MCR Update: Intensification Area & Employment Land Conversion Requests 1. That Report No. PDS19-042 be received for information. Carried (R3) CS19-020 – Ratepayers Association Policy Update 1. That Report No. CS19-020 be received; and 2. That the Ratepayers Association Policy be approved. Carried (R4) CMS19-013 – 2019 Capital Project – AFLC Fitness Equipment Replacement 1. That Report No. CMS19-013 be received; and 2. That this report satisfy Council’s conditional budget approval for Capital Project No. 74007 – AFLC Fitness Equipment Replacement in the amount of $50,000. Carried (R5) CMS19-014 – 2019 Capital Project – User Fee Pricing Policy and Ability to Pay Review 1. That Report No. CMS19-014 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 6 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 7 of 13 2. That this report satisfy Council’s conditional budget approval for Capital Project No. 73318 – User Fee Pricing Strategy, in the amount of $60,000. Carried (R6) OPS19-012 – Tamarac Green Park – Walkway/Basketball Repaving 1. That Report No. OPS19-012 be received; and 2. That this report satisfy Council’s conditional approval of Capital Project No. 73240 – Tamarac Green Park Walkway/Basketball Repaving in the amount of $30,000. Carried (R7) OPS19-013 – Wildlife Park Phases 1/2/3 1. That Report No. OPS19-013 be received; and 2. That this report satisfy Council’s conditional approval of Capital Project No. 73169 – Wildlife Park Phases 1/2/3 in the amount of $1,000,000. Carried (R8) PDS19-040 – BIA Business Plan and Budget 1. That Report No. PDS19-040 be received; and 2. That the budget presented by the Aurora BIA Board of Management for the Aurora Business Improvement Area be approved; and 3. That a by-law be enacted to levy a Special Charge upon Rateable Property in the Aurora Business Improvement Area at the May 28, 2019 Council meeting. Carried (R9) PDS19-045 – Capital Project No. 42072 – Vandorf Sideroad Culvert and Ditch Repair Budget Increase 1. That Report No. PDS19-045 be received; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 7 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 8 of 13 2. That the total approved budget for Capital Project No. 42072 be increased from $130,000 to $219,000, representing an increase of $89,000 to be funded from the Storm Sewer R&R Reserve. Carried (R10)PDS19-047 – Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions, 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc., 15370 Leslie Street, File Number: ZBA-2017-02, Related File Number: SP-2017-02 1. That Report No. PDS19-047 be received. Carried 7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) R1. FS19-024 – Library Square Total Approved Budget Funding Sources Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Gilliland 1. That Report No. FS19-024 be received for information. Carried 8. Motions (a) Councillor Gaertner Re: Stable Neighbourhoods Study Methodology Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Gallo Whereas Council has conducted a review of the Zoning By-laws for our mature Stable Neighbourhoods including a consultant’s review; and Whereas the consultant’s report was presented at the March 27, 2019 Public Planning meeting which suggested new zoning provisions regarding square footage and percent lot coverage; and Whereas it did not include the data that was used to come to the conclusion that would enable Council to address resident’s questions and concerns; Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 8 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 9 of 13 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That The Planning Partnership prepare a report to Council on the methodology of the Stable Neighbourhoods study, including data and calculations for Gross Floor Area and percentage lot coverage for each of the study areas; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That this report be prepared for the June 4, 2019 General Committee Meeting. Carried (b) Councillor Gallo Re: Aurora Soccer Club – Use of Drones Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Humfryes Whereas the use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) “Drones” are becoming more popular; and Whereas Federal Regulations require the property owner to provide permission for the use of RPAS; and Whereas currently, under the Aurora Parks and Property By-law, council is the authority that provides that permission; and Whereas it will often take many weeks to allow a report to be placed on a council agenda; and Whereas The Aurora Soccer Club has requested permission to operate a drone on Highland Park for the purposes of photographing the field, recording events and field evaluation; and Whereas the authority to allow individuals or corporations to fly Drones is an administrative duty; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora authorize the Aurora Soccer Club to fly a drone over Highland Park; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That delegated authority be given to the Director of Community Services for any future request to fly Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) “Drones” while in a park or public space. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 9 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 10 of 13 9. Regional Report None 10. New Business Councillor Gilliland requested an update on the accessible washroom trailer and staff provided an update noting that the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville has made the trailer available to those interested for a fee and future requirements of trailer within the Town will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Councillor Humfryes inquired about the possibility of having a Town owned accessible washroom trailer and staff provided a response. Councillor Gaertner inquired about the status of the park being built at Highland Gate site, and staff agreed to provide an update at a future meeting. Councillors Gallo and Gaertner referred to Item S1(R1) – Report No. CMS19-015 – Library Square – Linkage and Café Options, and noted that they were opposed to the report recommendation Councillor Gilliland referred to resident’s concern regarding dead trees on the vacant property on Tyler Street and requested staff to investigate the matter. Mayor Mrakas provided an update regarding Bill 108, and noted that many other municipalities in the Province have passed the motion to oppose Bill 108. 11. Public Service Announcements Councillor Gallo extended a reminder that the free compost giveaway event will be on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Councillor Thompson expressed appreciation to everyone who attended the 2019 Community Recognition Awards held on Monday, May 27, 2019. Councillor Gaertner noted that May was Asian Heritage Month and extended wishes to all those who celebrated. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 10 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 11 of 13 Councillor Gaertner extended wishes to all those celebrating the holy month of Ramadan. Councillor Gaertner announced that National Accessibility Week began on Sunday, May 26, 2019 and the Accessibility Open House will be on Friday, May 31, 2019 at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Councillor Kim extended a reminder that the Seniors Information & Active Living Fair will be on Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and further information regarding programs and activities is available at aurora.ca/activeseniors. Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder regarding the Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair, which is held each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Town Park. Councillor Humfryes announced that the New Beginnings Pow-Wow in Aurora event will be on Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lambert Wilson Park, and noted that further information is available at aurora.ca/powwow. Councillor Gilliland extended appreciation to Max Le Moine, Accessibility Advisory Committee member for his efforts in helping with the National AccessAbility Week. Councillor Gilliland requested all Aurora residents to participate in the ParticipAction Community Better Challenge which will run from May 31, 2019 to June 16, 2019. Councillor Thompson referred to Item S1(R10) noting that the item was not pulled for separate discussion. He requested clarification on the concerns expressed at the General Committee meeting of May 21, 2019 regarding the request to increase height, and staff provided clarification. Motion to reconsider Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Humfryes That Item S1(R10) – Report No. PDS19-047 – Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions, 15320 Leslie (Skale) Inc., 15370 Leslie Street, File Number ZBA-2017-02, Related File Number: SP-2017-02, be reconsidered at the Council meeting of June 11, 2019. Motion to reconsider Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 11 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 12 of 13 Mayor Mrakas extended wishes to Barb Allen, 2019 Aurora Citizen of the Year for her contribution to the community. Mayor Mrakas extended a reminder that the Aurora Chamber Street Festival will be on Sunday, June 2, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along Yonge Street and noted that more information is available at aurorachamber.on.ca. 12. By-laws Moved by Councillor Gilliland Seconded by Councillor Kim That the following by-laws be enacted: (a) By-law Number 6182-19 Being a By-law to designate a property to be of cultural heritage value or interest (De La Salle College and Pine Ridge Trail (Monk’s Walk) – 50-100 Bloomington Road West). (b) By-law Number 6183-19 Being a By-law to levy a Special Charge upon Relatable Property in the Aurora Business Improvement Area. (c) By-law Number 6184-19 Being a By-law to set and levy the rates of Taxation for the taxation year 2019. Carried 13. Closed Session None 14. Confirming By-law Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Gallo That the following confirming by-law be enacted: By-law Number 6185-19 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on May 28, 2019. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 12 of 13 Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Page 13 of 13 15. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Gilliland Seconded by Councillor Gaertner That the meeting be adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Carried _________________________________ _________________________________ Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C1 Page 13 of 13 Town of Aurora Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Attendance Council Members Mayor Mrakas in the Chair; Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland (arrived 7:13 p.m.), Humfryes, Kim (arrived 7:02 p.m.), and Thompson Members Absent None Other Attendees David Waters, Director of Planning and Development Services, Matthew Peverini, Planner, Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk, and Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gaertner That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Carried 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C2 Page 1 of 4 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Page 2 of 4 3. Planning Applications Mayor Mrakas outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the public meeting. The Deputy Town Clerk confirmed that the appropriate notice had been given in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act. 1. PDS19-041 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment Starlight Investments, 145 and 147 Wellington Street West, Part Lot 28, Plan 246, File Number: ZBA-2018-01 Planning Staff Mr. Matthew Peverini, Planner, presented an overview of the application and staff report respecting the proposal to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the infill development of 53 stacked townhouse rental units and to reduce the parking and various setback requirements. He noted that this is the second public meeting for the subject application and reviewed a summary of the proposal revisions since the first meeting held on May 23, 2018. Consultant Mr. TJ Cieciura, President of Design Plan Services and consultant to the owners of the property, presented a brief overview of the application, including changes made in response to the concerns of residents, and addressed the main issues regarding the pool, parking, and construction. Public Comments Aurora residents, including Ebrahim Hosseini, Julia Kane, Luiz Lino, Mitch McGuire, Kim Pearsall, Heidi Stoecklin, Louann Timbers, Garrie Wayne, and Leslie Webster, provided the following comments: • Questions regarding: • Parking plan; how residents and visitors, and construction worker, vehicles and equipment, will be accommodated during construction • Parking/traffic study methodology; suggestion to consider overnight hours and number of vacant units • Impact of proposed construction on structure of neighbouring townhouses; request for pre-construction survey • Construction management and safety plans, fencing Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C2 Page 2 of 4 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Page 3 of 4 • Guarantees respecting promises made to abutting property owners on Loring Doolittle Court regarding fencing, landscaping, and trees • Concerns regarding: • Number of parking spaces for residents and visitors • Manoeuvrability in parking lot • Snow removal and storage • Front yard provision and proximity of parking to sidewalk • Safety and outdoor space for children and elderly during construction • Traffic and safety in school area during construction • Longer-term parking, traffic and safety issues • Lack of space for safe construction activities • Offloading and storage of construction equipment and supplies • Dust levels during construction • Impact on mental health (prolonged construction period, noise, vibrations, safety issues) • Water drainage • Privacy issues • Green space and trees • Impact on pets and wildlife Consultant Ms. Jill Juhlke, Senior Transportation Engineering Technologist of Paradigm Transportation Solutions, addressed the questions and concerns regarding the existing number of parking spaces, results of the parking study, and the planned allocation of parking spaces. Mr. Cieciura addressed the questions and concerns regarding a construction management plan, accommodation of resident parking spaces during construction, width of accessible parking spaces, impact of proposed construction on abutting properties and structural integrity, fluctuation of apartment vacancies, retention of current tenant parking spaces, aisle width and manoeuvrability, grading, and green space. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C2 Page 3 of 4 Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Page 4 of 4 Moved by Councillor Kim Seconded by Councillor Thompson 1. That Report No. PDS19-041 be received; and 2. That comments presented at the Public Planning meeting be addressed by Planning and Development Services in a report at a future General Committee meeting. Carried Moved by Councillor Humfryes Seconded by Councillor Gallo That the following confirming by-law be enacted: 6181-19 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Public Planning Meeting on May 22, 2019. Carried 4. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Gilliland Seconded by Councillor Kim That the meeting be adjourned at 8:47 p.m. Carried _________________________________ _________________________________ Tom Mrakas, Mayor Samantha Yew, Deputy Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C2 Page 4 of 4 Memorandum Date: June 11, 2019 To: Mayor and Members of Council From: Councillor Wendy Gaertner Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of April 26, 2019 Recommendation That Council: Receive the correspondence for information Endorse the recommendations Provide direction 100 John West Way Box 1000 Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4265 Email: wgaertner@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca Town of Aurora Councillors’ Office Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C3 Page 1 of 4 Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1 E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca Announcements: a) CAO Mike Walters advised that LSRCA’s Annual Conservation Awards evening will be held on Thursday, November 7th at Madsen’s Gardens, located at 160 Bayview Parkway in Newmarket. Nominations are now open until June 14th and can be made through the following link: 2019 Conservation Award Nomination Form. For assistance, please contact Katarina Zeppieri @ 905-895- 1281 ext 116 or k.zeppieri@lsrca.on.ca. b) CAO Walters advised that LSRCA’s Communications team worked with LSRCA’s Limnologist, Dr. Brian Ginn to hold a Facebook live segment of the Lake Doctor, where followers had their questions answered live, as well as after the fact. Check out LSRCA’s Facebook page for details. c) CAO Walters was very pleased to advise that on April 1st, LSRCA’s Chair Wayne Emmerson became the Chair of Conservation Ontario, a non-profit association that represents Ontario’s 36 Conservation Authorities. For more information, please click this link for Conservation Ontario. d) Chair Emmerson advised that on April 10 th, LSRCA was well represented on Georgina Roger’s TV show Politically Speaking – Issues and Insights, when Mike Walters was interviewed on the health of Lake Simcoe. Presentations: a) LSRCA’s 2018 Audit Findings by BDO Canada LLP General Manager, Corporate and Financial Services, Mark Critch introduced Trudy White of BDO Canada LLP, who provided the Board with an overview of the 2018 audit findings. BDO’s final report to the Board of Directors was included in the agenda. Ms. White advised Board members that BDO conducted its audit in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards with the objective of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. The audit focused on risks specific to the business and key accounts. Internal controls were reviewed, and no controls were found that needed adjustment. LSRCA’s 2018 system conversion was tested and found to be done properly, and additional testing on journal entries was performed for reasonableness. She reported that no adjustments were required on the financial statements, which is very good and very rare. LSRCA’s Stormwater Management Optimization Study Update General Manager, Integrated Watershed Management, Ben Longstaff, along with Tracy Patterson of Freeman Associates Ltd., provided an overview and update on LSRCA’s Stormwater Management (SWM) Optimization Study. Ms. Patterson noted there are significant issues within municipalities around aging Board Meeting Highlights April 26, 2019 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C3 Page 2 of 4 LSRCA Board of Directors Meeting Highlights – April 26, 2019 Page 2 of 3 Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1 E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca infrastructure and extreme weather events, and lots of research has been done for best practices, and what is not working is managing stormwater within the municipal boundaries. A paradigm shift in SWM is needed from an individual municipality approach to a shared municipal approach. The East Holland River was chosen as the study area as it boarders five municipalities, has lots of growth and development and is a nice size from a hydrologic and cost analysis perspective. The study objectives included: using processed-based decision modelling to evaluate the potential of an integrated, systems-based approach to SWM infrastructure; determining the operational implications (policy, programming, finance, etc.) of an integrated or systems-based approach to municipal SWM, and developing the tools and guidance for future SWM applications. She went on to note that the watershed needs to be considered as a whole, so that issues and infrastructure can be addressed upstream where needed. GM Longstaff outlined the various funders of this project, as well as the three project stages: Stage 1 (2018): Secure funds, project team and advisory committee, model data compilation, and initiate build; Stage 2 (2019): Complete model build and life cycle costing, optimization modeling and scenarios - preferred management strategies, and initiate life cycle costing, and Stage 3 (2020): Reporting, outreach and engagement, policy implications and implementation plan. GM Longstaff went on to note the progress made, including; establishing and engaging a multi- stakeholder technical advisory committee, selecting a consultant to complete optimization modeling through a competitive bid process, near completion of all data compilation and current state model configuration, as well as the development of an economic analysis framework and the collection and processing of financial data for the cost-benefit analysis. CAO Walters thanked Ms. Patterson and GM Longstaff, noting this concept is leading edge and is being shared and presented across Canada. It is the best way to optimize offsetting money and will inform SWM decision making. To view this presentation, please click this link: Stormwater Management Optimization Study Update Correspondence and Staff Reports: Correspondence The Board received the following three pieces of correspondence: a) March 26th letter from the Town of Georgina regarding their Spring Forum to discuss the health of Lake Simcoe; b) March 29th letter from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding Public Safety Canada proposal approval for $431,250; and c) April 12th letter from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry regarding notification of a reduction of the 2019-2020 transfer payment funding. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C3 Page 3 of 4 LSRCA Board of Directors Meeting Highlights – April 26, 2019 Page 3 of 3 Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, 120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1 E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca LSRCA’s 2018 Draft Audited Financial Statements The Board received Staff Report No. 21-19-BOD prepared by Manager of Finance, Katherine Toffan, regarding LSRCA’s 2018 draft audited financial statements. The Board approved the 2018 draft audited financial statements, along with the appropriations to and from reserves as outlined in Schedule 8 of the 2018 draft audited financial statements. The Board authorized the distribution of the 2018 audited financial statements to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and LSRCA’s banker. Amendment to Stormwater Management Economic Optimization Study The Board approved Staff Report No. 22-19-BOD, prepared by General Manager, Integrated Watershed Management, Ben Longstaff, regarding the amendment of an agreement with Freeman Associates Ltd. for completion of stormwater optimization study funded by the National Disaster Mitigation Program. Financial Reserves Adequacy and Establishment of 2019 Targets for Reserve Balances The Board received Staff Report No. 23-19-BOD, prepared by General Manager, Corporate & Financial Services/CFO, Mark Critch, regarding the 2018 year-end reserve status and approved the recommended targets for reserve balances in 2019. The Board directed staff to report to the Board of Directors semi- annually on the progress made in achieving the reserve targets, along with an action plan for long-term sustainability. Proposed Fee Policy for Non-Profit Organizations The Board approved Staff Report No. 24-19-BOD prepared by Senior Environmental Regulations Analyst, Ashlea Brown, regarding an addendum to LSRCA’s Fees Policy to include a Non -Profit Fee Policy that allows fee discretion for registered non-profit organizations that operate to improve social welfare. This Non-Profit Fee Policy is effective June 1, 2019. Appointment of LSRCA Enforcement Officer The Board approved Staff Report No. 25-19-BOD prepared by Director, Regulations, Beverley Booth, which requested Ms. Amanda Mason be appointed as an Enforcement Officer for the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority for Section 28 of the Conservation Authorities Act. Modernizing Conservation Authority Operations; Conservation Authorities Act posting ERO#013-5018 The Board received Staff Report No. 26-19-BOD, prepared by CAO Mike Walters, which provided an update on the proposed Environmental Registry of Ontario posting entitled Modernizing Conservation Authority Operations; Conservation Authorities Act, No. ERO#013-5018 and directed staff to provide draft comments to the Board of Directors for review on May 13, 2019, with final submission to the Province on May 20, 2019. Staff was directed to report back to the Board of Directors at their May 24th meeting with final comments as submitted and to circulate to member municipalities. For more information or to see the full agenda package, please click the link below for LSRCA’s Board of Directors’ webpage: LSRCA Board Meetings Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item C3 Page 4 of 4 Town of Aurora General Committee Meeting Report Council Chambers, Aurora Town Hall Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Attendance Council Members Councillor Gilliland in the Chair; Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Humfryes, Kim, Thompson, and Mayor Mrakas Members Absent None Other Attendees Doug Nadorozny, Chief Administrative Officer, Robin McDougall, Director of Community Services, Techa van Leeuwen, Director of Corporate Services, Jason Gaertner, Acting Director of Financial Services, Allan Downey, Director of Operations, David Waters, 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 Coordinator The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 9 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:10 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda On a two-thirds majority vote, General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, including the following additional items: • Delegation (a) Sina Daniell, Resident; Re: Item R1 – PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 1 of 7 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Page 2 of 7 • Delegation (b) Ronald D. Miller, representing Ratepayers of Aurora Heights – Stable Neighbourhood; Re: Item R1 – PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards • Delegation (c) Lenore Pressley, representing Aurora Heights Ratepayers Association, Regency Acres Ratepayers Association, and Town Park Area Residents Ratepayers Association; Re: Item R1 – PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards • Item R5 – PDS19-056 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Follow-up Information • Notice of Motion (a) Councillor Gilliland; Re: John West Way – Speed and Sightline Issues 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50. 3. Community Presentations (a) Shelley Ware, Recreation Supervisor, Special Events Re: Festivals & Events Ontario (FEO) Awards Ms. Ware announced that FEO has again recognized Aurora’s Haunted Forest and Aurora’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Top 100 Festivals and Events, and she acknowledged the many community partners and volunteers who contributed to the success of these events. Mayor Mrakas and Council presented individual FEO awards recognizing volunteers Louise Knuth and Sara Tienkamp. The Director of Community Services presented the Mayor and Council with the FEO awards welcoming these two events into the Top 100 list for 2019. General Committee received the presentation for information. 4. Delegations Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 2 of 7 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Page 3 of 7 (a) Sina Daniell, Resident Re: Item R1 – PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards Ms. Daniell advised that she would be submitting a petition signed by her neighbours on Royal Road and expressed concerns regarding the proposed lot coverage and building footprint calculations. She asked for Council’s support in excluding their unique pocket of 19 homes with large lot frontages on Royal Road, between Cameron Avenue and Edward Street, from the Stable Neighbourhood Study, and exempting them from the proposed Zoning By-law changes. General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to Item R1. (b) Ronald D. Miller, representing Ratepayers of Aurora Heights – Stable Neighbourhood Re: Item R1 – PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards Mr. Miller expressed concern regarding the proposed standards and spoke to the value of maintaining stable neighbourhoods with respect to basement/ rental apartments and providing affordable housing. He suggested that a better solution would be to incentivize owners with undeveloped basements. General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to Item R1. (c) Lenore Pressley, representing Aurora Heights Ratepayers Association, Regency Acres Ratepayers Association, and Town Park Area Residents Ratepayers Association Re: Item R1 – PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards Ms. Pressley expressed concerns regarding the methodology used to calculate gross floor area, building height, and errors in the report. She asked for separate regulations for flat roof builds and that the weighted average of 3,849 square feet be used and gross floor area be rolled back by ten percent. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 3 of 7 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Page 4 of 7 General Committee received and referred the comments of the delegation to Item R1. 5. Consent Agenda None 6. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes General Committee recommends: That the following Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes item A1 be received: A1. Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2019 1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 8, 2019, be received for information. Carried 7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) R1. PDS19-039 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Recommendation Report: Zoning Standards R5. PDS19-056 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Follow-up Information General Committee consented to consider Items R1 and R5 together, and to vote separately on the fourth clause of Item R1. General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. PDS19-039 and Report No. PDS19-056 be received; and 2. That the staff refinements presented in this report be approved; and 3. That the implementing Zoning By-law be presented at a future Council meeting for enactment. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 4 of 7 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Page 5 of 7 General Committee recommends: 4. That staff finalize the Urban Design Guidelines and report back to a future Council meeting. Carried R2. OPS19-014 – Tennis Court Resurfacing – David English Park General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. OPS19-014 be received; and 2. That this report satisfy Council’s conditional approval of Capital Project No. 73231 – Tennis Court Resurfacing – David English Park in the amount of $20,000. Carried R3. OPS19-015 – Municipal Streetscape Partnership Program – Kwik Kopy Trail Improvements General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. OPS19-015 be received; and 2. That an application be submitted to the Regional Municipality of York for funding under the Municipal Streetscape Partnership Program (MSPP) in the amount of $150,000 for a one-third cost of the streetscape enhancements and improvements to St. John’s Sideroad and Yonge Street as part of Capital Project No. 73107 – Kwik Kopy Trail; and 3. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement between the Town of Aurora and the Regional Municipality of York, and any and all documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to same, for the maintenance of the improvements within the Regional right- of-way once constructed. Carried Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 5 of 7 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Page 6 of 7 R4. PDS19-048 – Transfer of Servicing Allocation and Application for Removal of (H) Holding Provision Shimvest Investments Ltd., Prato Estates Inc., and Preserve Homes Corp., 323 River Ridge Boulevard, Block 156, Plan 65M-4485, Block 231, Plan 65M-3971 and Block 164, Plan 65M-3946, File Number: ZBA(H)-2017-09, Related File Numbers: ZBA-2017-09 and SUB-2017-04 General Committee recommends: 1. That Report No. PDS19-048 be received; and 2. That an allocation of 81 persons be granted from the reserve to service the development of 25 single detached dwellings on the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision; and 3. That the Application to Remove the (H) Holding Provision (File ZBA(H)- 2017-09) from Lots 1 to 25 inclusive on the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision (SUB-2017-04) be approved; and 4. That the amending By-law to remove the (H) Holding Provision be presented for enactment at a future Council meeting; and 5. That the Mayor and Town Clerk be authorized to execute any and all agreements, documents and ancillary agreements required to give effect to the development Carried 8. Notices of Motion (a) Councillor Gilliland Re: John West Way – Speed and Sightline Issues Whereas John West Way has increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to increased residential dwellings, an active Aurora Seniors Centre, various well- attended events and attractions such as the Petch House and Town events, a new secondary school and accessible park; and Whereas sightline issues occur around the bend south of the Seniors Centre, north past Amberhill Way; and Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 6 of 7 General Committee Meeting Report Tuesday, June 4, 2019 Page 7 of 7 Whereas residents and visitors find it difficult and unsafe to turn onto John West Way due to sightline issues and speed; and Whereas John West Way speed signs are marked as 50 km per hour; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the speed limit on John West Way be reduced from 50 km per hour to 40 km per hour to match all residential streets in the Town of Aurora; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That staff bring a report on options to address additional safety and sightline issues on that part of John West Way such as a three-way stop at Amberhill Way. 9. New Business Mayor Mrakas provided an update regarding Bill 108, the proposed More Homes, More Choice Act, noting that more than 40 municipalities—representing almost half of the population in Ontario—have passed a motion to oppose Bill 108, and the opposition continues to grow on a daily basis. Mayor Mrakas, on behalf of Council, expressed appreciation to Jason Gaertner for his efforts as Acting Director of Financial Services through the past half year. Councillor Gallo advised that he and most Council members had attended the recent Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) annual conference, noting that he particularly appreciated the focus areas of public art and maintaining heritage, and that he plans to bring forward ideas on these matters. 10. Closed Session None 11. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:32 p.m. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item S1 Page 7 of 7 Town of Aurora General Committee Report No. PDS19-047 Subject: Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc. 15370 Leslie Street File Number: ZBA-2017-02 Related File Number: SP-2017-02 Prepared by: Matthew Peverini, Planner Department: Planning and Development Services Date: May 21, 2019 Recommendations 1. That Report No. PDS19-047 be received; 2. That the Amending Zoning By-law be enacted with the following: a) Private Open Space (O2) Zones at the eastern portion of the subject lands; and, b) The maximum permitted building height be 12.6 metres; and that in calculating the height of a building, any construction used as an ornament, railing, stair enclosure/access, storage enclosure, and/or rooftop amenity shall be allowed to project above the maximum building height by a maximum of 2.2 metres Executive Summary The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an update regarding the enactment of an amending Zoning By-law for the property municipally known as 15370 Leslie Street. The implementing By-law has been prepared, and is scheduled for enactment at the May 28, 2019 Council Meeting. • The Application was approved by Council on September 18, 2018; • The Applicant intends to move forward with a Parcels of Tied Land (POTL) tenure, rather than a full Draft Plan of Condominium Development; Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 1 of 15 May 21, 2019 Page 2 of 7 Report No. PDS19-047 •The Applicant will be required to apply for a Draft Plan of Subdivision, Draft Plan of Condominium, and Part Lot Control applications to facilitate the POTL development. Public consultation in accordance with the Planning Act will be required as part of these applications; •A minor revision to the application is required to recognize two Private Open Space Blocks as a result of a future Draft Plan of Subdivision Application; •The applicant is requesting a second minor revision to the application for increased height from 10.0m to 12.6m as a result of grading constraints; •These changes to the application are considered minor in nature and do not require another public planning meeting; •The application conforms to Provincial and Regional policies, is compatible with the goals and objectives of the Official Plan and surrounding land uses, and is appropriate and compatible; and •No changes to the architectural plans (elevations) have been made as a result of the height increase. Background Application History This application to approve an application for Zoning By-law Amendment File Number ZBA-2017-02 and Site Plan Approval File Number SP-2017-02 was before Council on September 18, 2018. Council moved to receive Report No. PDS18-097 and approve the outlined recommendations which included: •Amending the existing Rural Exception RU(29) Zone and Institutional (I) Zone to Townhouse Dwelling Residential (R8-XX) Exception Zone and Environmental Protection (EP) Zone; •Approving Site Plan Approval application File Number SP-2017-12 to permit the construction of four townhouse blocks with a total of 32 condominium; •Allocation of 32 units of water and sewage capacity to the approval of the Site Plan application; •Direction to bring forward the implementing By-law be at a future Council meeting; and •Authorization for the Mayor and Town Clerk to execute the Site Plan Agreement, including any and all documents and ancillary agreements. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 2 of 15 May 21, 2019 Page 3 of 7 Report No. PDS19-047 Location / Land Use The subject lands are municipally recognized as 15370 Leslie Street, located on the west side of Leslie Street, north of Wellington Street East (Figure 1). Updates / Revisions since last considered by Council On September 18, 2018, Council approved the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit 4 Townhouse Blocks with a total of 32 residential condominium units (and other site specific provisions) at 15370 Leslie Street, and the application for Site Plan Approval. Since approval at Council, the applicant has advised of a change in tenure for the subject lands, and technical revisions that should be made prior to enactment – thus resulting in the postponement of enacting the amending Zoning By-law. For context, the site plan approved by Council in September 2018 is attached as Figure 2. Report Number PDS18-097, noted that final zoning performance standards would be evaluated by Staff in detail prior to presenting the implementing Zoning By-Law Amendment to Council for enactment. The overall concept plan reviewed and approved by Council has not changed. The Applicant intends to move forward with a Parcels of Tied Land (POTL) tenure. In Planning Report Number PDS18-097, Council was advised that the proposed units would be a condominium, therefore necessitating a future Draft Plan of Condominium Application to the Town. The applicant has since advised that they would like to proceed with a development that consists of freehold townhouse units on a private road with common elements, also known as parcels of tied land (POTL). The applicant will be required to obtain future approvals for the Draft Plan of Subdivision, Draft Plan of Condominium, and Part Lot Control applications to facilitate the POTL development. The Draft Plan of Subdivision and Draft Plan of Condominium applications will be subject to the Planning Act (which includes public consultation). Through the Site Plan Approval process, the applicant worked extensively with the Town and commenting agencies to address technical matters leading up to approval at Council. As such, this proposed change in tenure is not anticipated to have an effect on the development concept as previously reviewed and approved by Council – save for the addition of two “Private Open Space (O2)” Zone blocks positioned along Leslie Street, which is discussed in further detail in the next section of this report. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 3 of 15 May 21, 2019 Page 4 of 7 Report No. PDS19-047 A minor revision to the amending By-law is required to recognize two Private Open Space Blocks. The subject lands are currently approved in principle with a Townhouse Dwelling Residential Exception R8(511) Zone, and an Environmental Protection (EP) Zone (see Figure 3). In a pre-consultation meeting with the applicant regarding future development applications to facilitate the desired POTL development, a preliminary Draft Plan of Subdivision was provided for review. On the preliminary plan, two small blocks on either side of the private road between the end units and Leslie Street were identified (see Figure 4) for purposes of landscaping. Upon review by Staff, to protect these parcels from future development, the applicant agreed to zone these parcels as “Private Open Space (O2) Zone”. These blocks would ultimately form part of the Common Elements aspect of the future POTL tenure. As such, this proposed minor revision is not anticipated to have an effect on the development concept as previously reviewed and approved by Council. The Applicant is requesting a minor revision for an increased maximum building height from 10m to 12.6m due to grading constraints. The development was approved with a maximum height provision of 10m. Upon further review of the Zoning By-law Amendment application, the applicant advised that a technical revision to slightly increase the maximum height in the Townhouse Dwelling Residential Exception Zone is required. The nature of the amendment is due to grading constraints. The applicant has provided that previously, height was measured from the ground floor to the top of the roof and was therefore compliant with the 10m maximum permitted height prescribed by the “Townhouse Dwelling Residential (R8) Zone” provisions. When measuring height in accordance with the Town’s Zoning By-law definition (from average grade), the following heights were yielded: Block Height Average Finished Grade A 12.6 metres 282.195 B 11.5 metres 283.258 C 11.1 metres 281.655 D 12.3 metres 280.395 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 4 of 15 May 21, 2019 Page 5 of 7 Report No. PDS19-047 As mentioned, the technical amendment will not alter the overall built-form as reviewed and approved previously by Council in September 2018. Revised elevation drawings are included as Figure 5. As such, this proposed technical revision is not anticipated to have an effect on the development concept. The subject application conforms to Provincial and Regional Policies, aligns with the goals of the Official Plan and is compatible with surrounding land uses. The proposed development concept has not changed, save for the intent to proceed with a different tenure, and a slight increase in the permitted maximum height. The increase in height is a result of grading constraints, and will remain in the same as to what was previously reviewed and approved by Council. As such, the proposed Zoning By-law continues to conform to provincial, regional and municipal legislation. Staff will present the amending Zoning By-law with the proposed revisions to Council for enactment on May 28, 2019. Public Comments Staff have not received any public comments with respect to the subject Zoning By-law Amendment application. No members of the public came forward at the Public Planning, General Committee or Council Meetings with respect to this application. Advisory Committee Review No Communication Required Legal Considerations The Planning Act prescribes in Section 34(17) that where a change is made to a proposed by-law after holding a statutory public meeting, the Council shall determine whether any further notice is to be given in respect of the proposed by-law and the determination of the Council as to the giving of further notice is final and not subject to review in any court irrespective of the extent of the change made in the proposed by- law. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 5 of 15 May 21, 2019 Page 6 of 7 Report No. PDS19-047 The proposed changes to the amending By-law are considered to be minor in nature and do not significantly deviate from the development proposal reviewed and approved by Council in September 2018. Conclusions As noted, no changes to the architectural plans have been made since the Zoning By- law Amendment and Site Plan Applications were presented to General Committee in September 2018. It is only through a further review of the applicable definitions in the Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law 6000-17, as amended, that the applicant realized that technical revisions to the Amendment are required in order to implement the development. The proposed townhouses remain 3 storeys in height, with basement walkouts at the rear. The proposed technical revisions to the Draft Zoning By-law Amendment continue to maintain the intent of the development presented at the Public Meeting and later approved by Council in September 2018. Attachments Figure 1 – Location Map Figure 2 – Approved Site Plan (September 2018) Figure 3 – Approved in Principle Zoning By-law Schedule (September 2018) Figure 4 – Proposed Private Open Space Zones Figure 5 – Elevations (with revised heights) Previous Reports Public Planning Report No. PDS17-048, dated June 28, 2017 General Committee Report No. PDS18-097, dated September 11, 2018. Pre-submission Review Reviewed by Agenda Management Team Meeting on May 2, 2019 Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 6 of 15 May 21, 2019 Page 7 of 7 Report No. PDS19-047 Departmental Approval Approved for Agenda Director Chief Administrative Officer Planning and Development Services Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 7 of 15 HolladayDriveBadgerowWayWellington Street EastWellingtonStreetEastLeslie StreetMap created by the Town of Aurora Planning and Building Services Department, $SULO. Base data provided by York Region & the Town of Aurora. 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Base data provided by Skale Developments.(/(9$7,216%/2&.'APPLICANT: 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc.LOCATION: 15370 Leslie StreetFILES:=%$-2017-02FIGURE'Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Item R1 Page 15 of 15 Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (June 4, 2019) Councillor Rachel Gilliland Date: June 11, 2019 To: Mayor and Members of Council From: Councillor Gilliland Re: John West Way – Speed and Sightline Issues Whereas John West Way has increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic due to increased residential dwellings, an active Aurora Seniors Centre, various well-attended events and attractions such as the Petch House and Town events, a new secondary school and accessible park; and Whereas sightline issues occur around the bend south of the Seniors Centre, north past Amberhill Way; and Whereas residents and visitors find it difficult and unsafe to turn onto John West Way due to sightline issues and speed; and Whereas John West Way speed signs are marked as 50 km per hour; 1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the speed limit on John West Way be reduced from 50 km per hour to 40 km per hour to match all residential streets in the Town of Aurora; and 2. Be It Further Resolved That staff bring a report on options to address additional safety and sightline issues on that part of John West Way such as a three-way stop at Amberhill Way. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Motion (a) Page 1 of 1 Memorandum Date: June 11, 2019 To: Members of Council From: Mayor Tom Mrakas Re: York Regional Council Highlights of May 16, 2019 Recommendation That Council: Receive the correspondence for information Endorse the recommendations Provide direction 100 John West Way Box 1000 Aurora, Ontario L4G 6J1 Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4746 Email: tmrakas@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca Town of Aurora Office of the Mayor Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 1 of 14 Tuesday, May 28, 2019 York Regional Council Highlights - May 16, 2019 Live streaming of the public session of Council and Committee of the Whole meetings is available on the day of the meeting from 9 a.m. until the close of the meeting. Past sessions are also available here. York Regional Council supports two-tier municipal government York Regional Council has passed a resolution supporting the Region’s two-tier government structure as the most effective means to deliver critical infrastructure and services to York Region communities and residents. eeeeeeeeeeeee Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 2 of 14 In response to the Provincial Regional Governance Review, the resolution recognizes Regional Council’s long commitment to providing responsible, high quality and cost effective programs and services. Since 1971, York Regional Council has increased by just four members. During that same period, the Region’s population has grown by more than one million residents and the scope of services delivered by York Region has expanded to include housing, paramedics, court services, Regional transit and waste processing and disposal. Through collaborative partnerships with all levels of government, the Region continues to demonstrate it is well positioned to deliver critical infrastructure and consistent service levels across all York Region communities. New proposed public health entity to be in place for April 2020 York Regional Council received an update on the proposed legislation to implement 10 new public health entities with autonomous boards as of April 1, 2020. The 10 entities will replace the existing 35 public health units across the Province of Ontario. If legislation is passed, York Region Public Health will be combined with the southern part of Simcoe Muskoka Health unit (excluding Muskoka) as one public health entity, extending the boundary of the new health entity as far north as the Severn River. The exact geographical boundaries will be finalized at the time legislation is passed. The board for the new entity is expected to be in place by April 2020. York Regional Council expresses serious concerns with Bill 108 York Regional Council has passed a motion to expressing serious concerns with Ontario Bill 108, The More Homes, More Choice Act. If passed, Bill 108 would make changes to 15 different provincial acts, including the Planning Act, and would give an unelected, unaccountable body the power to make decisions on how local communities evolve and grow. York Regional Council will share the motion with the provincial government, stating Bill 108 may have negative consequences on community building. York Regional Council is also calling upon the Government of Ontario to halt the advancement of Bill 108 to enable a fulsome consultation with municipalities. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 3 of 14 Region voices need for strong action for reducing waste in our communities The Regional Municipality of York provided comments to the province which outlines immediate priorities to unlock the greatest opportunity to achieving zero waste in Ontario. A detailed response to Reducing Litter and Waste in our Communities Discussion paper was provided to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. These priorities strongly align with York Region’s SM4RT Living plan and include, • Immediately transition the Blue Box to full producer responsibility to make producers both operationally and financially responsible for the end-of-life management of their waste, and establish high targets that obligate them to implement deposit return programs • Include the 4 th R (Recovery) in diversion calculations to recognize the benefits of recovering the value of resources • Develop Green Bin compostable standards that align with existing processing systems to provide clear rules • Take immediate and strong action to eliminate litter and plastic waste going to landfills and waterways, including single-use plastics and problematic materials, through a deadline-driven action plan that includes a used beverage container program Regional Council continues to demonstrate leadership in waste management and to voice the need to take strong action for an Ontario-wide effort to reduce litter and waste in our communities. York Region welcomes the 2019 CP Women’s Open York Regional Council welcomed Laurence Applebaum, CEO of Golf Canada, to officially announce the 2019 LPGA Canadian Women’s Open will be held at the Magna Golf Club this on August 19 to 25 in the Town of Aurora. As the only Canadian stop on the LPGA tour, the Canadian Women’s Open will put an international spotlight on York Region with over 500 million viewers from around the world. Bringing together more than 90 of the top 100 LPGA tour players, including 15 Canadians, the event is set to gain widespread media attention and projected to have an economic impact of over $15 million. York Region supports Pride Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 4 of 14 York Regional Council recognizes June 7 to 16, 2019 as Pride Week. Pride Week is celebrating its 19th year recognizing the contributions of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities living in York Region. York Region hospitals benefit from multi-year funding commitment York Region continues to help our hospitals grow through its multi-year commitment to providing approximately $341 million in funding until 2031. The annual contribution is indexed to the previous year’s assessment growth and is now an annual contribution of $15 million. Annual funding amounts are adjusted for hospital performance and assessment growth, and divided among four local hospitals. 2019 funding amounts for the four hospitals include: •$6.7 million for Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital •$4.1 million for Markham Stouffville Hospital •$2.1 million for Southlake Regional Health Centre •$1.9 million for Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital York Region’s contributions to hospital capital projects will provide residents with improved access to health care and support the Strategic Plan priority area of supporting community health, safety and well-being. Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital set to open in 600 days York Regional Council heard an update on the opening of Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital in the City of Vaughan. The addition of the new hospital in Vaughan will bring an additional 350 inpatient beds to York Region. As part of Mackenzie Health's two-site hospital model, Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital and Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital will provide increased access to state-of-the- art health care closer to home for the residents of York Region. Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital is currently the seventh busiest emergency department in the Province of Ontario, seeing between 300 to 350 patients on any given day. Regional Council has invested $120 million to support the building of the new hospital in York Region. Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital is set to be completed in 2020. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 5 of 14 Police-hospital handover protocol recommended Regional Council received a recommendation from The Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board requesting the Ontario government develop a province- wide Police-Hospital Handover Protocol. Currently, officers bringing individuals apprehended under the Mental Health Act (MHA) to a hospital must retain custody of the individual until he or she is in the care of the hospital. In addition to taking officers away from front-line duties, this can stigmatize the individual who must wait with police officers. There are always two officers on standby in emergency departments and York Regional Police has two Mental Health Support teams in place to help ensure better outcomes for those experiencing a mental health crisis. The Police Services Board recommends the province implement a protocol whereby officers can return more quickly to their front-line duties and ensure a safer, more dignified process for those apprehended under the MHA. Greater Toronto Airports Authority update York Regional Council received an update from the Greater Toronto Airport Authority highlighting the achievements of Toronto Pearson International Airport. Toronto Pearson International Airport is the fifth most connected airport in the world, facilitating $11 billion in exports and $17 billion in imports. Pearson brings tourism jobs and immigration to the GTHA. It provides employment to 50,000 people, 4,000 of whom live in York Region. Rouge National Urban Park update York Regional Council received an update on the Rouge National Urban Park established to protect the natural environment, support cultural heritage, promote agriculture and provide lands for Canadians to connect with nature. Creation of Rouge National Urban Park is the culmination of more than 30 years of coordinated work by community leaders and organizations to protect 79.1 square- kilometres of land. During the early stages of development York Region made significant investments to the National Park through the Greening Strategy initiatives such as tree planting, prairie creation and wetland restoration. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 6 of 14 York Region continues to work with the City of Markham, Parks Canada and school boards to update the property inventory and compensation agreement as additional lands are added to the National Park. Parks Canada continues to engage with stakeholders to assemble core lands needed to complete the largest National Park in North America. York Region outlines short, medium and long-term targets in its energy plans York Region’s 2019 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan includes short, medium and long-term targets for an energy-wise vision of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from Region-owned and operated facilities and assets to 2051. York Region owns and operates over $12.3 billion in assets in the form of buildings, transit vehicles, fleet vehicles, water and wastewater facilities and supporting infrastructure. The plan outlines ways the Region can further reduce energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through a mix of conservation, efficiency and renewable energy alternatives. Accomplishments to-date include: • Completion of 17 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED certified buildings • Making retrofits to York Region Transit buses resulting in increased efficiency and 1,100 tonnes of GHG emission reduction per year • Approving pilot project for six battery electric transit buses • Installing anti-idling and hybrid technologies that reduced ambulance fuel consumption by 84,500 litres since 2017 • Integrating 18 hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles into the corporate fleet to achieve better fuel economy when compared with standard combustion engine alternatives • Conducting energy audits to identify opportunities at existing buildings • Installing 21 solar panels that generate enough energy to power 45 average- sized homes for a year and approximately $150,000 in annual revenues for the Region • Conserving approximately 10.6 mega-litres per day of water and wastewater that require treating through water conservation and inflow and infiltration prevention programs Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 7 of 14 York Region completed its first energy plan in 2014 and it was updated in 2016. The initiatives were developed in collaboration with Regional departments, York Regional Police and Housing York Inc. and will be updated every five years. On-the-ground actions of York Region’s Greening Strategy contribute to a sustainable natural environment York Regional Council received an update on the Greening Achievement Strategy which is yielding benefits for both people and nature. York Region continues to work with local and municipal partners to protect and preserve environmental lands and increase tree canopy and woodland cover, with a goal of increasing woodland cover to 25% by 2031. Woodland cover was last reported as 23.2% in 2017. Greening Strategy actions include: • Stewardship and Education: Engaging residents through events, hikes and education programs • Enhancement and Rehabilitation: Planting more than 101,000 trees and shrubs and creating 44.4 hectares of new woodlands • Protection and Preservation: Protecting more than 1,360 hectares of environmental lands since 2001 and partnering with Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust to protect the 32.5-hectare Maple Cross Nature Reserve • Leadership and Innovation: Achieving Canada’s first Living Building Challenge certification for the Bill Fisch Forest Stewardship and Education Centre Woodland cover and canopy cover, created by the leaves and tree crowns, can help fight the effects of climate change by slowing storm water run-off, help lower summer temperatures, reduce energy needed to cool and heat buildings, improve air quality and stabilize our water table. For information on the benefits of trees and York Region’s tree planting programs, visit york.ca/treeplanting Agriculture and agri-business contribute $2.7 billion to York Region economy York Regional Council received an update on the first year of implementation of the Agriculture and Agri-Food Strategy, which sets the direction for long-term growth in the Region’s agri-business sector. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 8 of 14 Implementation of the plan’s action items are progressing well. Planned activities include showcasing agricultural innovations and champions in the Region, launching a local food awareness campaign, supporting York Farm Fresh and facilitating relationships between producers, processors and retailers. York Region’s agri-food sector includes more than 700 farm-based businesses and 270 local food and beverage manufacturers. The sector provides approximately 57,000 jobs and generates more than $2.7 billion in gross domestic product each year. Residents can connect to local grown food, beverages and products from farms, farmers markets and farm experiences in all nine local cities and towns. Visit yorkfarmfresh.com for a complete list. Planning for future employment York Regional Council received the Planning for Employment Background report, which outlines current employment trends in York Region and helps Council proactively plan future growth across our communities. Employment trends indicate York Region continues to be a top destination for businesses. With a number of amenity rich and transit accessible employment areas, the Region’s major Urban Centres are well positioned to attract highly skilled, knowledge-based jobs. York Region is forecasted to grow to 900,000 jobs by 2041. By planning for future growth today, Regional Council is able to attract new businesses and grow existing business so York Region residents continue to have access to high quality, good paying jobs close to where they live. Findings from the Planning for Employment Background report will inform the York Region 2041 Employment Strategy, which will be presented to Council in 2020. City building supports the growth of York Region York Regional Council received updates on city building and growth and development for 2018, highlighting York Region as a destination of choice for new residents and employers. In 2018, population growth in The Regional Municipality of York accounted for 14.9% Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 9 of 14 of all growth in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. While each local city and town experienced year-over-year growth, the Region’s four Urban Growth Centres – Newmarket, Markham, Richmond Hill/Langstaff and Vaughan – accounted for 32% of new housing and 34% of new job growth. Additional 2018 highlights include: • Population grew by 22,800 people • Employment grew by 15,120 jobs • Housing completions increased by 56.5% (10,230 completed housing units) • Building permits issued for 7,902 residential dwelling units, with 56% of all high density permits located in Urban Growth Centres • 19% of residents in the Region’s urban centres use public transit to commute to work City building has been a part of York Region’s Official plan since 1994 and continues to result in the creation of vibrant destination that offer a range of housing options, places to work and ways to get there. 2015 to 2019 Strategic Plan headed in the right direction York Regional Council received the fourth and final 2015 to 2019 Strategic Plan Final Year 4 (2018) Progress Report, showing 85% of the key performance measures trending in the desired direction. Since 2014, significant progress has been made on a number of performance measures. Specifically, York Region has: • Maintained 99.9% of samples that meet Ontario drinking water standard • Increased the percentage of business engagements with targeted business sectors by 12% • Increased the percentage of solid waste diverted from landfill by 9% • Increased the number of services available online from 7 to 28 York Region’s new 2019 to 2023 Strategic Plan - From Vision to Results was approved by Regional Council in February 2019 and builds on the success of the 2015 to 2019 plan. For more information please visit york.ca/stratplan 2020 budget timelines approved by Regional Council Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 10 of 14 The timeline for preparation and approval of the 2020 budget was endorsed by York Regional Council, with 2020 the second year of a multi-year budget coinciding with the term of Council. A multi-year budget: •Enables better coordination of budgeting and strategic priorities •Provides greater certainty for departments in managing expenditures •Improves fiscal discipline The 2019 budget was approved with a tax levy increase of 3.96% and an outlook for 2020, 2021 and 2022 of 2.96%. The 2020 budget and an outlook for the following two years will be tabled with Council on November 28 with tentative Council approval on December 19. 2018 Annual Investment Report shows strong Regional position York Regional Council received the 2018 Annual Investment Report, providing an update on the General and Sinking Fund investment portfolios held by York Region. As of December 31, 2018 these portfolios had a combined maturity value of approximately $4.1 billion. In 2018, the General Fund achieved a 2.28% return or $64.6 million. Approximately 97% of the General Fund’s portfolio was fixed-income or interest-producing investments. The remaining 3% represented equity investments managed by the ONE investment program, sponsored by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Municipal Finance Officers’ Association of Ontario. The Sinking Fund generated investment returns totalling $18.4 million, $700,000 million higher than the actuarial requirement for the 2018. York Region’s investment program is governed by a sound and effective Council- approved Investment Policy that consistently provides positive returns while maintaining conservative credit and term risk exposures. York Region allocated $5.5 million to community agencies in 2018 York Regional Council received an update on activity of the 2018 Community Investment Fund which helped more than 78,000 residents with low to moderate income access a variety of community and social programs. Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 11 of 14 Allocations through the Community Investment Fund had a vital impact on the quality of life for York Region including: • Approximately 46,000 breakfasts and snacks were distributed to York Region students through the Food for Learning program • More than 300 individuals were provided with shelter, meals, medical care and clothing through Inn from the Cold Emergency Shelter and Supports • Over 4,000 residents received support to help with transportation needs through the Transit Ticket Program, which provides approximately $100,000 to non-profit community agencies to help buy transit fares for client use • Providing more than $100,000 to four community agencies to support activities they could not otherwise afford Regional Council established the Community Investment Fund in 2002 to support agencies in nine local cities and towns to deliver programs and services to address community needs and service gaps. Protecting York Region’s School Children though Immunization York Regional Council endorsed the position of the Council of the Ontario Medical Officers of Health in support of a centralized immunization registry in the Province of Ontario. The registry allows for the seamless reporting of immunization information by all health care providers at the time of administration. Under the Immunization of School Pupils Act, all children under age 18 attending school must maintain an up-to-date immunization record with their local public health unit. Currently children receive most childhood vaccinations through their primary care provider. Parents are responsible for updating their child’s immunization record with York Region Public Health. York Region has the third largest student population in Ontario, with more than 190,000 students in 400 schools. Approximately 86% of seven-year-old students in York Region have up-to-date immunizations, which is above the provincial average of 79%. A provincial immunization registry will reduce the burden of self-reporting placed on parents and better support Public Health in quickly identifying those that are susceptible and vulnerable in the event of a vaccine-preventable outbreak Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 12 of 14 Customer service, education and public outreach success highlighted in YRT Enforcement and Security Annual Report York Regional Council received the York Region Transit (YRT) 2018 Enforcement and Security Annual Report highlighting YRT’s commitment to providing travellers with a safe and enjoyable experience. In addition to providing safety, security and revenue protection in 2018, staff engaged over 420,000 travellers through fare inspections, security and customer service. York Region continues to lead with YorkInfo Partnership York Region, in partnership with our nine cities and towns, two conservation authorities and two school boards, builds and leverages collective investments in data, people and technology through the YorkInfo Partnership. Since 1996, the partnership aligns 14 organizations around common goals across four projects and 12 knowledge-sharing workshops. Members of the YorkInfo Partnership have access to courses offered through York Region’s Digital Academy and share in cost-savings associated with group buying power. This partnership is the first of its kind in Canada and has achieved many “firsts” for its unique work, including: • Implementing the All-Pipes program, enabling the mapping of water/wastewater infrastructure within the Region to be treated as a single network • Acquiring the first Greater Toronto Area-wide aerial imagery and terrain data • Launching a self-serve data depot for consultants and partners, providing 24/7 access to data Resident Inclusion Plan for Housing York Inc. fosters inclusive communities The Regional Municipality of York’s housing corporation, Housing York Inc. (HYI), approved the development of a Resident Inclusion Plan to support ongoing efforts to foster inclusive communities and advance objectives of the Inclusion Charter for York Region. The Resident Inclusion Plan highlights four key action areas for Housing York: Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 13 of 14 1. Enhance accessibility of buildings 2. Provide inclusive communications 3. Ensure business processes respect diversity 4. Continue to provide valuable programs and services that support inclusion The Resident Inclusion Plan will support Housing York Inc. in creating communities that value and respect differences and view these differences as a resource and strength. Housing York Inc. was established in 2003 and operates 44 housing properties home to more than 4,000 tenants in 2,600 units in all nine cities and towns. Next regular meeting of York Regional Council York Regional Council will meet on Thursday, June 20, at 9 a.m. in the York Region Administrative Centre Council Chambers, located at 17250 Yonge Street in the Town of Newmarket. The Regional Municipality of York consists of nine local cities and towns and provides a variety of programs and services to 1.2 million residents and 52,000 businesses with over 636,600 employees. More information about the Region’s key service areas is available at york.ca/regionalservices - 30 - Compiled by: Tamara Ostrowski, Corporate Communications, The Regional Municipality of York Phone: 1-877-464-9675, ext. 71226 Cell: 905-251-6412 Email: tamara.ostrowski@york.ca Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Pinterest Website Copyright © 2019 The Regional Municipality of York, All rights reserved. unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Regional Report Page 14 of 14 The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-19 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on June 11, 2019. 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 June 11, 2019, in respect of each motion, resolution and other action passed and taken by the Council at the said meeting is 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 11th day of June, 2019. Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Confirming By-law Page 1 of 1 Public Release June 10, 2019 Town of Aurora Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 11, 2019 7 p.m., Council Chambers •Revised Council Meeting Agenda Index •Delegation (b) Dr. Sandra Sangster, representing Regency Acres Ratepayers Association, Aurora Heights Ratepayers Association, and Town Park Area Residents Ratepayers Association Re: Item S1(R5) – PDS19-056 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Follow-up Information Public Release June 10, 2019 Town of Aurora Council Meeting Agenda (Revised) Tuesday, June 11, 2019 7 p.m., Council Chambers 1.Approval of the Agenda Note: According to the Procedure By-law, the consent of at least a two-thirds majority vote of Members present is required to permit the inclusion of Delegation (a) on the agenda as Item R1 is an active planning application. Recommended: That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 3.Community Presentations (a)Clovis Grant, representing 360°kids support services Re: Youth Homelessness 4.Delegations (a)Travis Skelton, Skale Developments Inc. Re: Item R1 – PDS19-047 – Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions, 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc., 15370 Leslie Street, File Number: ZBA-2017-02, Related File Number: SP-2017-02 Council Meeting Agenda (Revised) Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Page 2 of 4 (b) Dr. Sandra Sangster, representing Regency Acres Ratepayers Association, Aurora Heights Ratepayers Association, and Town Park Area Ratepayers Association Re: Item S1(R5) – PDS19-056 – Stable Neighbourhood Study – Follow- up Information (Added Item) 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 C3 inclusive, be approved: C1. Council Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2019 Recommended: 1. That the Council Meeting minutes of May 28, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C2. Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2019 Recommended: 1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of May 22, 2019, be adopted as printed and circulated. C3. Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of April 26, 2019 Council Meeting Agenda (Revised) Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Page 3 of 4 Recommended: 1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting Highlights of April 26, 2019, be received for information. 6. Standing Committee Reports S1. General Committee Meeting Report of June 4, 2019 Recommended: 1. That the General Committee meeting report of June 4, 2019, be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved. 7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda) R1. PDS19-047 – Amending Zoning By-law Enactment and Technical Revisions 15370 Leslie (Skale) Inc. 15370 Leslie Street File Number: ZBA-2017-02 Related File Number: SP-2017-02 Note: General Committee Report No. PDS19-047 (dated May 21, 2019) is included on the Council agenda per Council’s May 28, 2019 motion to reconsider the item. Recommended: 1. That Report No. PDS19-047 be received; and 2. That the Amending Zoning By-law be enacted with the following: (a) Private Open Space (O2) Zones at the eastern portion of the subject lands; and (b) The maximum permitted building height be 12.6 metres, and that in calculating the height of a building, any construction used as an ornament, railing, stair enclosure/access, storage enclosure, and/or rooftop amenity shall be allowed to project above the maximum building height by a maximum of 2.2 metres. Council Meeting Agenda (Revised) Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Page 4 of 4 8. Motions (a) Councillor Gilliland Re: John West Way – Speed and Sightline Issues 9. Regional Report York Regional Council Highlights – May 16, 2019 Recommended: That the Regional Report of May 16, 2019, be received for information. 10. New Business 11. Public Service Announcements 12. By-laws 13. Closed Session 14. Confirming By-law Recommended: That the following confirming by-law be enacted: By-law Number XXXX-19 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from a Council Meeting on June 11, 2019. 15. 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