AGENDA - Council - 20200526Council
Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
7 p.m.
Video Conference
Public Release
May 21, 2020
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
7 p.m., Video Conference
Note: This meeting will be held electronically as per Section 20.1 of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
1. Approval of the Agenda
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
3. Community Presentations
4. Delegations
Note: At this time, the Municipal Offices are closed. This meeting will be live streamed at
https://www.youtube.com/user/Townofaurora2012/videos. Residents who would like to
provide comment on an agenda item are encouraged to visit www.aurora.ca/participation.
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 that one or more items be pulled for discussion and voted
on separately.
Recommended:
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 to C2 inclusive, be approved:
C1. Council Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2020
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Page 2 of 4
Recommended:
1. That the Council meeting minutes of April 28, 2020, be adopted as
circulated.
C2. Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting
Highlights of February 28 and April 3, 2020
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Board Meeting Highlights of February 28 and April 3, 2020, be
received for information.
6. Standing Committee Reports
S1. General Committee Meeting Report of May 5, 2020
Recommended:
1. That the General Committee Meeting Report of May 5, 2020, be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
S2. General Committee Meeting Report of May 19, 2020
Recommended:
1. That the General Committee Meeting Report of May 19, 2020, be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Partial Lane Closure – Yonge Street
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(b) Mayor Mrakas
Re: Downtown Street Wall Mural Program
(c) Councillor Thompson
Re: Municipal Service Level and Delivery Review
9. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – April 30, 2020
Recommended:
That the Regional Report of April 30, 2020, be received for information.
10. New Business
11. By-laws
Recommended:
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to require owners and occupiers of
land to clean, clear, and maintain private land and right of ways in the Town
of Aurora.
(General Committee Report No. CS20-008, May 5, 2020)
(b) By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6228-19,
as amended, to govern the proceedings of Council and Committee meetings
of the Town of Aurora.
(General Committee Report No. CS20-010, May 19, 2020)
12. Closed Session
13. Confirming By-law
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Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Page 4 of 4
Recommended:
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council
resulting from a Council meeting on May 26, 2020.
14. Adjournment
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Minutes
Video Conference
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
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, David Waters,
Director of Planning and Development Services, Robin McDougall,
Director of Community Services, Techa van Leeuwen, Director of
Corporate Services, Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of
Finance, Allan Downey, Director of Operations, Michelle Outar,
Acting Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario,
Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Ishita Soneji,
Council/Committee Coordinator
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 20.1 of the Town's Procedure By-
law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
A moment of silence was observed in honour of National Day of Mourning.
Council consented to recess the meeting at 8:25 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
8:33 p.m.
Mayor Mrakas relinquished the chair to Deputy Mayor Kim at 9:56 p.m. during the
consideration of Motion (a) and resumed the chair at 10:02 p.m.
Council consented to extend the hour past 10:30 p.m.
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Item C1
Page 1 of 15
Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Page 2 of 15
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, including the following
additional item, be approved:
• Delegation (a) Mitch McGuire, Resident; Re: Item R2 – PDS20-012 –
Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Starlight Investments, 145 and 147
Wellington Street West, Part of Lot 28, Plan 264, File Number: ZBA-2018-01
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
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. Delegations
(a) Mitch McGuire, Resident
Re: Item R2 – PDS20-012 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment,
Starlight Investments, 145 and 147 Wellington Street West, Part of
Lot 28, Plan 264, File Number: ZBA-2018-01
Mr. McGuire provided a summary of parking concerns and spoke to the
proposed on-site parking supply for tenants and visitors based on the parking
survey from the developer. He expressed concern regarding the proposed
parking ratio noting that either retaining the current parking ratio or decreasing
the number of townhouses would alleviate the concerns regarding sufficient
parking.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
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Item C1
Page 2 of 15
Council Meeting Minutes
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That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item R2.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
4. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 to C5 inclusive, be approved:
C1. Council Meeting Minutes of February 25, 2020
1. That the Council meeting minutes of February 25, 2020, be adopted as
circulated.
C2. Special Meeting of Council Minutes of March 31, 2020
1. That the Special Meeting of Council meeting minutes of March 31, 2020,
be adopted as circulated.
C3. Council Closed Session Public Minutes of March 3, 2020
1. That the Council Closed Session Public minutes of March 3, 2020, be
adopted as circulated.
C4. Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of February 11, 2020
1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of February 11, 2020,
be adopted as circulated.
C5. Council Public Planning Meeting Minutes of March 10, 2020
1. That the Council Public Planning meeting minutes of March 10, 2020, be
adopted as circulated.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
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Item C1
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Council Meeting Minutes
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Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
5. Standing Committee Reports
S1. General Committee Meeting Report of April 14, 2020
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That the General Committee meeting report of April 14, 2020, be received
and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved, with the
exception of sub-item R1, which was discussed and voted on separately
as recorded below.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
(A1) Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 12,
2020
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
February 12, 2020, be received for information.
Carried
(A2) Community Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 20,
2020
1. That the Community Advisory Committee meeting minutes of
February 20, 2020, be received for information.
Carried
(A3) Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 10, 2020
1. That the Finance Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 10,
2020, be received for information.
Carried
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(A4) Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 11,
2020
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March
11, 2020, be received for information.
Carried
(R1) OPS20-006 – 276 and 310 Hartwell Way – Non-Programmed Park
Design
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. OPS20-006 be received; and
2. That staff be directed to go out for public consultation on the two
proposed park concept plans prior to approval.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor
Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
(R2) CMS20-011 – Request for Information Re: Construction and
Operation of an Indoor Baseball Training Facility on
the Hallmark Lands
1. That Report No. CMS20-011 be received; and
2. That Director of Community Services be authorized to issue a
Request for Information regarding the construction and operation of
an indoor multipurpose facility on the Hallmark Lands.
Carried
(R3) PDS20-021 – Application for Site Plan Approval, Whitwell
Developments Ltd., 157 First Commerce Drive, Part of
Block 2, Plan 65M3819, Parts 1-9, RP 65R31257, File
Number: SP-2019-04
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Item C1
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1. That Report No. PDS20-021 be received; and
2. That Site Plan Application File SP-2019-04 (Whitwell Developments
Ltd.), to permit a one-storey daycare facility, be approved in principle.
Carried
(R4) CS20-005 – Regional Council Composition Review
1. That Report No. CS20-005 be received; and
2. That the Town of Aurora Council does not consent to an additional
member of the Regional Municipality of York Council for the City of
Vaughan; and
3. That the Town Clerk be directed to circulate the Town’s decision to
York Region and all York Region Municipalities.
Carried
(R5) FIN20-009 – 2021 Budget Process and Timeline
1. That Report No. FIN20-009 be received; and
2. That the changes to the budget process and format be approved; and
3. That the proposed budget timeline as detailed in Table 1, be
approved.
Carried
(R6) FIN20-005 – Administrative Changes to Development Charges
under Bill 108 and Bill 138
1. That Report No. FIN20-005 be received; and
2. That authority be delegated to the Treasurer to administer the
charging of interest and setting of the rate pursuant to sections 26.1
and 26.2 of the Development Charges Act, 1997; and
3. That a new development charge Administration Fee be approved for
the processing and management of the requirements of Bills 108 and
138 to date.
Carried
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6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
Council consented to consider Item R2 prior to the consideration of Item S1(R1).
R1. FIN20-011 – COVID-19 Financial Impact Forecast
Ms. Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel presented an overview of the financial
impacts on the Town due to the COVID-19 pandemic including a month-by-
month breakdown of the estimated tax levy operating deficit, impact from
deferring the 2020 water, wastewater and storm water rate increases, and
outlined the effects on capital asset management. She provided details on the
financial measures put in place thus far and noted that staff will continue to
monitor the ongoing impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic and report back to
Council on a regular basis.
Main motion
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. FIN20-011 be received for information.
Amendment No. 1
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the main motion be amended by adding the following clauses:
“That a copy of this report be sent to the Aurora Public Library, Aurora
Historical Society, Aurora Cultural Centre, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame
and the Joint Council Committee for Central York Fire Services; and
That a request be made to these organizations to do what they can to
reduce expenditures and engage in discussions with the Town on how
they may be able to assist in balancing the Town’s potential operating
budget deficit."
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor
Mrakas
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Voting Nays: None
Amendment No. 2
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
That the main motion be amended by adding the following clause:
“That the retail water rate, retail wastewater rate, storm flat rate –
residential, and storm flat rate – non-residential, be reverted back to
the revised break-even rate until the end of June 2020.”
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor
Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1. That Report No. FIN20-011 be received; and
2. That a copy of this report be sent to the Aurora Public Library,
Aurora Historical Society, Aurora Cultural Centre, Aurora Sports Hall
of Fame and the Joint Council Committee for Central York Fire
Services; and
3. That a request be made to these organizations to do what they can to
reduce expenditures and engage in discussions with the Town on
how they may be able to assist in balancing the Town’s potential
operating budget deficit; and
4. That the retail water rate, retail wastewater rate, storm flat rate –
residential, and storm flat rate – non-residential, be reverted back to
the revised break-even rate until the end of June 2020.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
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Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
R2. PDS20-012 – Application for Zoning By-law Amendment, Starlight
Investments, 145 and 147 Wellington Street West, Part of
Lot 28, Plan 264, File Number: ZBA-2018-01
Main motion No. 1
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
1. That Report No. PDS20-012 be received; and
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment file ZBA-2018-01 (Starlight
Investments) be approved to rezone the subject lands from “Second
Density Apartment Residential (RA2) Zone”, to “Second Density
Apartment Residential [RA2(XX)] Exception Zone”; and
3. That an implementing Zoning By-law be brought forward to a future
Council meeting.
On a recorded vote the motion was
Defeated
Yeas: 3 Nays: 4
Voting Yeas: Councillors Kim, Gilliland, and Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: Councillors Gallo, Gaertner, Humfryes, and
Thompson
Main motion No. 2
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That Report No. PDS20-012 be received; and
2. That the application for Zoning By-law Amendment for 145 and 147
Wellington Street West be denied for the following reasons: the application
does not meet the zoning requirement for RA2 zone, the development
already meets intensification requirements under the York Region Official
Plan and already follows the Town and Regional planning policies to
support affordable housing; and
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3. That the application does not maintain current parking rate standard and
nor does it address the concerns raised by Council.
On a recorded vote the motion was
Defeated
Yeas: 3 Nays: 4
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Humfryes, and
Thompson
Voting Nays: Councillors Gilliland, Gallo, Kim, and Mayor
Mrakas
Motion to waive procedure and reconsider
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Thompson
1. That the timing and notice provisions in Section 45 of the Procedure By-
law 6228-19, as amended, be waived to permit a motion to reconsider;
and
2. That the Zoning By-law Amendment application for 145 and 147
Wellington Street West be reconsidered (Main motion No. 1), requiring a
vote in the affirmative of two-thirds majority of the members present.
On a recorded vote the motion was
Defeated (did not receive two-thirds majority vote)
Yeas: 4 Nays: 3
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gallo, Gaertner, Humfryes, and
Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: Councillors Gilliland, Kim, and Thompson
Main motion No. 3
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Report No. PDS20-012 be received.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
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7. Motions
(a) Mayor Mrakas
Re: Financial Support of the Aurora Cares Community Action Team
Moved by Mayor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
Whereas the COVID-19 pandemic will have a significant impact on the most
vulnerable and at risk in our community; and
Whereas the Aurora Cares Community Action Team has recently been
created to assess the needs of the most vulnerable and at risk in our
community and help fill in the gaps where needed; and
Whereas the Aurora Mayor’s Charity Golf Classic fund’s balance of $59,286
is sufficient to accommodate a $25,000 contribution to the Aurora Cares
Community Action Team;
1. Now Therefore Be it Hereby Resolved That $25,000 be transferred from
the Aurora Mayor’s Charity Golf Classic Fund to the Aurora Cares
Community Action Team in support of its identified initiatives; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That the Aurora Cares Community Action Team
report back to Council on its results achieved from these transferred
monies.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
8. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – February 27, 2020 and April 2, 2020
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the Regional Report of February 27, 2020 and April 2, 2020 be received for
information.
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Council Meeting Minutes
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On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
9. New Business
New Business Motion No. 1
Moved by Councillor Gilliland
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the timing and notice provisions in Section 45 of the Procedure By-law
6228-19, as amended, be waived to permit a motion to reconsider, requiring a
vote in the affirmative of two-thirds majority of the members present.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
New Business Motion No. 2
Motion to reconsider
Moved by Councillor Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the motion to deny the Zoning By-law Amendment application for 145 and
147 Wellington Street West be reconsidered (Main motion No. 2), requiring a
vote in the affirmative of two-thirds majority of the members present.
On a recorded vote the motion was
Defeated (did not receive two-thirds majority vote)
Yeas: 3 Nays: 4
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gallo, Gaertner, and Humfryes
Voting Nays: Councillors Gilliland, Kim, Thompson, and
Mayor Mrakas
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Councillor Gilliland announced the formation of an Arts and Culture working group
noting that its first meeting is forthcoming.
Councillor Gilliland extended her appreciation to staff for partnering with
earthday.ca to promote Earth Day 2020.
Councillor Gilliland expressed concerns regarding excessive litter around Town
and inquired about the possibility of exploring more options beyond community
cleanup, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gilliland offered her condolences to the families of those deceased due
to COVID-19.
Councillor Gallo referred to Town of Georgina’s Emergency Response Benefit to
support local businesses and inquired about the possibility of offering similar
options for local businesses in Aurora, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gallo offered his condolences to the family of Jan Freedman who
recently passed away. Jan was the Vice President of the Aurora Seniors Centre
and a board member of the Aurora Public Library and Aurora Farmers Market.
Councillor Gaertner noted that in honour of National Day of Mourning, a worker
memorial is permanently displayed in the main mezzanine at the York Mills
subway station.
Councillor Humfryes extended a reminder to all members of public to follow the
social distancing guidelines and adhere to the municipal regulations with respect to
public space closures around Town due to the COOVID-19 pandemic.
Councillor Humfryes requested that information regarding closures and all COVID
related updates from Town be refreshed and re-circulated, and staff agreed to
follow up.
Councillor Humfryes announced that the Aurora Farmers Market and Artisan Fair
opening day will be on May 23, 2020 and further information regarding the event
will be forthcoming.
Councillor Gallo inquired about decisions made under delegated authority since
declaring a state of emergency, and staff provided a response noting a report
would be brought forward in May 2020.
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Councillor Gilliland sought clarification on which trails are open during the state of
emergency and requested that the information be updated on the Town’s website.
Mayor Mrakas offered his condolences to the families of those deceased due to
COVID-19.
Mayor Mrakas extended his appreciation to all essential workers, volunteers, and
local businesses providing support to the Aurora community during the pandemic.
10. By-laws
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following by-laws be enacted, with the amendment that all rates in
Schedule A of By-law (a) be reverted to the revised break-even rate until the end
of June 2020:
(a) By-law Number 6250-20 Being a By-law to amend Municipal Waterworks
Distribution By-law Number 3305-91, as amended.
(b) By-law Number 6251-20 Being a By-law to amend Parking and Traffic Control
By-law Number 4574.04T, as amended and erect stop signs at the intersection
John West Way and Amberhill Way.
(c) By-law Number 6252-20 Being a By-law to establish lands on Plan 65M-4424
as highways – TACC Developments (Aurora) Inc. – Phase 1.
(d) By-law Number 6253-20 Being a By-law to assume highways on Plan 65M-
4424 for public use – TACC Developments (Aurora) Inc. – Phase 1.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
11. Closed Session
None
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12. Confirming By-law
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number 6254-20 Being a By-law to Confirm Actions by Council
Resulting from a Council Meeting on April 28, 2020.
On a recorded vote the motion
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Voting Yeas: Councillors Gaertner, Gallo, Gilliland,
Humfryes, Kim, and Thompson, Mayor Mrakas
Voting Nays: None
13. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Kim
Seconded by Councillor Gilliland
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:46 p.m.
Carried
_________________________________ _________________________________
Tom Mrakas, Mayor Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
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Memorandum
Date: May 26, 2020
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Board Meeting Highlights of February 28 and April 3, 2020
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
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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 thanked the many Board members who attended the Ministry of Environment,
Conservation and Parks consultation held in Barrie on February 7th, noting it was a productive meeting
and he was pleased to see that all presentations were supportiv e of the work of conservation authorities.
PRESENTATIONS:
a) Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Integrated Watershed Management Specialist, Kaitlyn Read, provided an overview of the Climate
Change Adaptation Strategy for the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, noting there is no
doubt that our climate is changing, and we have the data to show it. To ensure LSRCA’s approach to
climate change adaptation is strategic and targeted, the development of a Climate Change Adaptation
Strategy was identified as a priority action to achieve Goal 2 of LSRCA’s 2016-2020 Strategic Plan – to
improve knowledge and increase certainty through excellence in research and scientific knowledge. The
Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for LSRCA forms part of a larger LSRCA initiative to address climate
change, including a corporate Carbon Reduction Strategy and a Climate Change Mitigation Strategy for
the watershed.
The Climate Change Adaptation Strategy was initiated in 2016 and involved a series of steps; including,
downscaling the global climate projections to the Lake Simcoe watershed; reviewing LSRCA’s monitoring
data and technical reports to determine the vulnerability of the watershed to projected future climate;
and identifying recommendations for action. All this material was compiled into the technical chapters
in the Strategy. At the outset of the project, an internal working group was formed to guide the overall
direction of the strategy, as well as to review technical content and assist in developing
recommendations. This working group consisted of representatives from a number of LSRCA’s
departments, as well as external stakeholders from Chippewas of Geo rgina Island First Nation, Ministry
of Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP), Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF),
Simcoe Muskoka District and York Region public health agencies, watershed municipalities, and
neighbouring conservation authorities.
The overall objective of the strategy was to assess the potential impacts of a changing climate on
watershed function and to recommend ways that LSRCA programs and services can adapt to ensure
Board Meeting Highlights
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1
E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca
they remain effective at protecting the Lake Simcoe watershed in projected future climates. To achieve
this, a total of 36 recommendations were developed, falling under the following four goals:
1.To ensure that people, properties and communities remain sufficiently protected as climate
conditions change.
2.To increase watershed resistance and resilience to climate change through conservation,
restoration, and improvement of natural ecosystems.
3.To enhance knowledge of the watershed’s natural environment and its response to a changing
climate through science and monitoring for informed and adaptive decision -making; and
4.To facilitate partnerships and connect people to the watershed in order to build awareness and
capacity to adapt to a changing climate in the Lake Simcoe watershed.
Implementation of the Climate Change Adaptation Strategy will be achieved through the development
of an implementation plan, which will identify actions, responsibilities and timelines. Adaptive
management will also be applied to track the progress and effectiveness of re commendations and to
modify as required. For additional information on the Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for LSRCA,
please contact Kaitlyn Read @ k.read@lsrca.on.ca or 905-895-1281 ext 148.
To view this presentation, please click this link: Climate Change Adaptation Strategy Presentation. To
view the Strategy, please click this link: Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for LSRCA.
CORRESPONDENCE AND STAFF REPORTS:
Correspondence
a)The Board received the January 30th letter from the Township of Uxbridge regarding support for the
continuation of programs and services delivered by conservation authorities.
b)The Board received the February 14th letter from the Town of New Tecumseth regarding support for the
continuation of programs and services delivered by conservation authorities.
Climate Change Adaptation Strategy
The Board approved Staff Report No. 02-20-BOD, prepared by Integrated Watershed Management
Specialist, Kaitlyn Read, which sought the Board’s approval of the Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for
the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority.
Board Member Appointment – Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation
The Board received Staff Report No. 03-20-BOD, prepared by Chief Administrative Officer, Mike Walters,
which sought an alternate representative for the Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation (LSCF) Board of
Directors for 2020 due to a scheduling conflict for Chair Emmerson. Newmarket Regional Councillor Tom
Vegh was appointed to sit on the LSCF Board of Directors in place of Chair Emmerson.
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1
E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca
Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act: Annual Statistical Report 2019
The Board received Staff Report No. 04-20-BOD, prepared by Shelley Fogelman, Senior Administrative
Assistant, Corporate & Financial Services, which provided the Board with a summary of Municipal Freedom
of Information and Protection of Privacy Act – Annual Statistical Report for 2019.
Monitoring Report – Planning and Development Applications - January 1 to December 31, 2019
The Board received Staff Report No. 05-20-BOD, prepared by Ashlea Brown, Acting Director, Regulations,
and Melinda Bessey, Acting Director, Planning, which provided a summary of planning and development
applications for the period January 1 through December 31, 2019.
LSRCA Land Disposition Policy for Municipal Infrastructure and Other Project Considerations
The Board approved Staff Report No. 06-20-BOD, prepared by Land Securement Officer, Kevin Kennedy,
which provided the Board with an updated Land Disposition Policy for Municipal Infrastructure and Other
Project Consideration.
Update on Pre-qualification of Restoration Consultants and Contractors
The Board approved Staff Report No. 07-20-BOD, prepared by Restoration Program Coordinator, Christa
Sharp, regarding prequalification of consultants and construction services for Low Impact Development
Retrofit projects and for Natural Heritage Restoration Projects.
For more information or to see the full agenda package, please click the link below for LSRCA’s Board of
Directors’ webpage: https://www.lsrca.on.ca/Pages/Board-Meetings.aspx
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1
E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca
1.SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A special meeting of the Board of Directors was held for the purposes of amending the Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority Administrative By-Laws to include provisions to ensure to ensure
business continuity during emergencies. The Board approved Staff Report No. 11-20-BOD, prepared by
CAO Mike Walters, regarding amendments to LSRCA’s administrative by-laws. This included the ability to
hold meetings virtually when a state of emergency has been declared.
2.REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESENTATIONS:
a)LSRCA Fourth Quarter 2019 Financial Update and 2020 Budget
General Manager, Corporate and Financial Services/CFO, Mark Critch, provided an overview of LSRCA’s
Fourth Quarter 2019 Financial Report and the 2020 Budget. He thanked staff members Susan McKinnon
and Katherine Toffan for a great job and their support thr oughout the year, as well as the
Communications Team, especially Katarina Zeppieri for her support on the Budget Document.
GM Critch outlined the highlights for 2019, which include a small operational surplus, a temporary
reserve draw required for offsetting programs, as well as a required draw from reserves to cover the
$64K reduction from MNRF transfer payment. There were some timing differences on some capital
projects that were anticipated to be completed in 2019 but moved into 2020. Interest of 2.5% was
achieved on investments. He reviewed the procurement summary, the summary of offsetting funds,
major projects for 2019, as well as reserve funds.
Moving on to 2020, he advised that the 2019 audited financial statements will require approval at the
next meeting. The annual operating priorities (AOPs) for 2020 have been developed, along with the
2020 Proposed Budget set for approval today.
To view this presentation, please click this link: LSRCA 2019 Financial Results and 2020 Proposed Budget
Presentation
Board Meeting Highlights
April 3, 2020
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1
E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca
CORRESPONDENCE AND STAFF REPORTS:
Correspondence
a)The Board received Lake Simcoe Watch correspondence of February 18, 2020 regarding Cleaning up Lake
Simcoe: A Discussion Paper.
b)The Board received Town of Innisfil Council resolution of March 11, 2020 regarding Conservation
Authorities Act, Section 28, and the Needs of Rural Areas.
c)The Board received the Town of Georgina email dated March 2, 2020 regarding a Council motion regarding
the continuation of programs and services by Conservation Authorities.
LSRCA Fourth Quarter 2019 Financial Update
The Board received Staff Report No. 12-20-BOD, prepared by Manager, Finance, Katherine Toffan, regarding
LSRCA’s Fourth Quarter Unaudited Financial Report for the period ending December 31, 2019.
LSRCA 2020 Proposed Capital and Operating Budget
The Board approved Staff Report No. 13-20-BOD, prepared by Manager, Budget and Business Analysis, Susan
McKinnon, regarding LSRCA’s 2020 Proposed Capital and Operating Budget, and adopted all projects therein.
The Board authorized staff to enter into agreements and/or execute documents with private sector
organizations, non-governmental organizations or governments and their agencies for the undertaking of
projects for the benefit of LSRCA and funded by the sponsoring organization or agency, including projects
that have not been provided for in the approved budget. As required by Ontario Regulation 139/96 (formerly
O.S. 231/97), the recommendations and accompanying budget docum ents, including the schedule of
matching and non-matching levies, were approved by weighted vote.
LSRCA Operational Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Board received Staff Report No. 14-20-BOD, prepared by CAO Mike Walters, regarding changes in LSRCA’s
operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pefferlaw Dam
The Board received Staff Report No. 15-20-BOD, prepared by General Manager, Planning & Development
and Watershed Restoration Services, Rob Baldwin, which provided the Board with an update regarding the
Pefferlaw Dam Ownership, Operational and Structural Status . The Board approved the following five
recommendations:
1.The dam stop logs will not be installed in 2020 due to structural concerns and staff safety issues;
2.Staff will communicate the status of dam operations with the general public and Town of Georgina;
3.Staff continue to pursue and establish clear ownership of the dam structure and associated properties in
consultation with Town of Georgina and Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and/or the Ministry
of Environment, Conservation and Parks;
4.Staff engage in consultation with Town of Georgina staff, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
and/or the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks and community to discuss long-term
options for the Pefferlaw Dam; and
5.Staff will bring updates to the Board of Directors as required.
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Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority,
120 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X1
E-mail: info@lsrca.on.ca Web site: www.lsrca.on.ca
Recently Secured Funding Agreements supporting the Integrated Watershed Management Division
The Board received Staff Report No. 16-20-BOD, prepared by General Manager, Integrated Watershed
Management, Ben Longstaff, which provided a summary of recently secured funding agreements
supporting the Integrated Watershed Management Division.
LSRCA 2020 Conservation Awards Program
The Board received Staff Report No. 17-20-BOD, prepared by Director, Communications & Community
Engagement, Kristen Yemm, which provided the Board with an update on the 2020 Conservation Awards
Ceremony. The Board deferred the viability of hosting a Conservation Awards evening in 2020 to the April
24th meeting.
Closure of LSRCA’s Conservation Areas – Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
The Board supported Staff Report No. 18-20-BOD, prepared by General Manager, Conservation Lands, Brian
Kemp, which provided an update on the status of LSRCA’s Conservation Areas and associated amenities
during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Goodyear Farms Best Management Practices Construction Project to address Agricultural Surface Runoff
The Board received Staff Report No. 19-20-BOD, prepared by Restoration Program Coordinator, Christa
Sharp, regarding a restoration project to address agricultural surface runoff from Goodyear Farms in the
Township of Brock. The Board approved funding through LSRCA’s restoration grant program for Phase 2 at a
cost of 50% to an upset limit of $152,500 excluding taxes be approved.
For more information or to see the full agenda package, please click the link below for LSRCA’s Board of
Directors’ webpage: https://www.lsrca.on.ca/Pages/Board-Meetings.aspx
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Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report
Video Conference
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
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, Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of
Finance, Allan Downey, Director of Operations, David Waters,
Director of Planning and Development Services, Cindy Shaver,
Communications and Community Engagement Specialist, Patricia
De Sario, Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Linda
Bottos, Council/Committee Coordinator
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 20.1 of the Town's Procedure By-
law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 9:10 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:26 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
including the following additional items:
• Delegation (b) Greg Reid, Executive Director of Advancement, St. Andrew’s
College; Re: Ice Allocation Policy
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• Delegation (c) Leslie Jennings, Resident (written delegation); Re: Item R1 –
PDS20-029 – Capital Project No. 34626 – Sidewalk Construction on Kitimat
Crescent Proposed Capital Budget Increase
• Notice of Motion (a) Councillor Gaertner; Re: Partial Lane Closure – Yonge
Street
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
None
4. Delegations
(a) Jim Thomson, Aurora Tigers Junior A Hockey Club
Re: Aurora Tigers Junior A Ice Allocation for Practice Time This Season
Mr. Thomson highlighted the requirements and challenges of running the
Tigers Jr. A program, and requested that Council grant their request for a
change in allocated practice ice time to Mondays at 3:30-5 p.m.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation for information.
(b) Greg Reid, Executive Director of Advancement, St. Andrew’s College
Re: Ice Allocation Policy
Mr. Reid provided background and history of the College’s long-standing rental
of Town facilities, noting their consistent respect of all Town and arena ice
allocation policies, and requested that the Town reject the petition by the
Tigers to usurp the ice time that the College has used for more than 40 years.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation for information.
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(c) Leslie Jennings, Resident (written delegation)
Re: Item R1 – PDS20-029 – Capital Project No. 34626 – Sidewalk
Construction on Kitimat Crescent Proposed Capital Budget
Increase
Ms. Jennings submitted a written delegation in opposition to the staff
recommendation and offering two amendments to the recommendation.
General Committee received and referred the written comments of the
delegation to Item R1.
5. Consent Agenda
General Committee consented to consider the Consent Agenda items following
consideration of item R1.
Recommended:
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 to C6 inclusive, be approved with
the exception of items C1, C3, C4, and C5, which were discussed and voted on
separately as recorded below:
C1. FIN20-007 – Capital Close Report as of December 31, 2019
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN20-007 be received for information.
Carried
C2. FIN20-008 – Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for Members of
Council, Committees and Local Boards
1. That Report No. FIN20-008 be received for information.
Carried
C3. OPS20-003 – Blue Box Transition to Full Producer Responsibility
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS20-003 be received for information.
Carried
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C4. OPS20-005 – Waste Collection Limits
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS20-005 be received for information.
Carried
C5. PDS20-023 – Planning Application Status List
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-023 be received for information.
Carried
C6. PDS20-025 – Heritage Review Process for Building Permit Applications
Related to Listed Properties
1. That Report No. PDS20-025 be received for information.
Carried
6. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
None
7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
General Committee consented to consider item R1 prior to consideration of the Consent
Agenda items.
R1. PDS20-029 – Capital Project No. 34626 – Sidewalk Construction on
Kitimat Crescent Proposed Capital Budget Increase
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-029 – Capital Project No. 34626 – Sidewalk
Construction on Kitimat Crescent Proposed Capital Budget Increase be
referred back to staff.
Motion to refer
Carried
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R2. OPS20-007 – Off-Leash Dog Park in Highland Park
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS20-007 be received; and
2. That Block 166 in Phase 2 of the Highland Gate Development be
approved for an Off-Leash Dog Park; and
3. That staff be directed to design and construct the park through the future
subdivision agreement; and
4. That staff be directed to further investigate the Dog Waste Diversion
programs available, including all capital and operational costs associated
with implementing the systems in park retrofits and new park
development, and that a report be presented at a future Council meeting.
Carried
R3. CS20-008 – Clean Communities By-law
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS20-008 be received; and
2. That a Clean Communities By-law be enacted at a future Council
meeting to repeal and replace the Clean Yards By-law No. 4754-05.P
and Debris By-law No. 4738-05.P.
Carried
R4. CS20-007 – Regional Fire Service Study
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS20-007 be received; and
2. That Council supports proceeding with a study of the potential creation
of a Regional Fire Service; and
3. That the Town Clerk be directed to circulate the Town’s decision to York
Region and all York Region municipalities.
Carried
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8. Notices of Motion
(a) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Partial Lane Closure – Yonge Street
Whereas physically distancing is mandated by municipal, provincial and federal
governments as an important measure to combat the spread of the COVID-19
virus; and
Whereas many residents are choosing walking as their preferred form of
exercise; and
Whereas this promotes physical and mental health; and
Whereas residents are looking for places to walk where they are able to follow
the six feet social distancing rule and protect themselves; and
Whereas neighbourhood streets can become crowded with walkers and
therefore keeping safe distances is not possible; and
Whereas it is especially important to provide safe spaces when so many
recreational spaces are now off limits; and
Whereas the volume of vehicle traffic has decreased on our local roads;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council direct our traffic
specialists to set up partial lane closures in various areas of Aurora, with
Yonge Street, between Orchard Heights Boulevard and Henderson Drive,
as one of the choices.
9. New Business
Councillor Gaertner inquired about the status of fundraising events and pledges for
Southlake Foundation’s Run for Southlake and those in support of the Women’s
Health Initiative. The Mayor advised that the Run for Southlake is on hold with the
intent to reschedule and continue fundraising, and he suggested that the other
event could be considered by the Aurora Cares Community Action Team.
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Councillor Gaertner inquired about whether students can earn volunteer hours for
helping with the Town cleanup, and the Mayor advised that this matter is being
considered.
Councillor Gaertner extended a reminder that all pets should be kept leashed at all
times on public property to avoid fines for pets found running at large.
Councillor Gilliland inquired about whether residents may have outdoor fires in
their backyards, and staff confirmed that there is presently no fire ban in place for
Aurora and Newmarket.
Mayor Mrakas inquired about the installation of painted lines at the newly erected
stop signs on John West Way, and staff provided a response.
Mayor Mrakas noted resident complaints regarding dogs loose in the Wildlife Park
and inquired about the possibility of installing additional signage, and staff
provided a response.
10. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Kim announced that the Town celebrates National Youth Week from
May 1 to May 7 annually and, with this year’s festivities being held virtually, teens
can participate by following the Town’s youth Instagram account @AuroraTeens.
Councillor Gilliland announced that the “Connected: Aurora’s Online Art Show” is
online now through May 15, 2020, noting that all featured artwork is for sale and
the exhibit can be viewed at aurora.ca/artshow.
Councillor Gallo extended a reminder that all Town facilities and parks are closed
and more information is available at aurora.ca/covid19.
Councillor Gaertner advised that the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Mental Health Week is being observed this week, noting that residents may call
Access Aurora at Town Hall for contact information. The Mayor added that
residents could dial 211 for essential community services or contact any member
of Council for assistance.
Councillor Humfryes announced that the Town’s online Skylight Gallery currently
features the photographic work of artist Stephen Sloan during the month of May
2020 and the exhibit can be viewed at aurora.ca/skylightgallery.
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Councillor Humfryes advised that the Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair
may be opening on Saturday, May 23, 2020, and she thanked staff for their
assistance noting that confirmation will follow within the next week.
Councillor Thompson encouraged residents to visit the Town’s Recreation at
Home webpage, for ways to keep active and engaged while staying at home and
physical distancing, at aurora.ca/recathome.
Mayor Mrakas invited Aurora business owners who need assistance during these
times to use the online business assessment tool, to request information on
available resources or arrange to speak with an Economic Development Officer,
by visiting aurora.ca/businesssupport.
11. Closed Session
None
12. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 10:13 p.m.
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Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report
Video Conference
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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, Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of
Finance, Allan Downey, Director of Operations, David Waters,
Director of Planning and Development Services, Michelle Outar,
Acting Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario,
Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Linda Bottos,
Council/Committee Coordinator
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 20.1 of the Town's Procedure By-
law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 7:49 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 7:54 p.m.
General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 9:08 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:16 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
On a point of order by Councillor Thompson and acceptance by the Chair, Notice of
Motion (b) was removed from the agenda.
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General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
excluding Notice of Motion (b).
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
None
4. Delegations
(a) Michael Testaguzza, Tony Biglieri, The Biglieri Group Ltd.
Re: Item R1 – PDS20-033 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment,
Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, 2523059
Ontario Inc., 132-198 Old Bloomington Road, Lots 12 and 14 and
Part of Lots 10, 11 and 13, Registered Plan 166, File Nos.: OPA-2017-
05, ZBA-2017-07 and SUB-2017-03
Mr. Testaguzza presented context and a review of the draft plan including the
changes to the proposal since the statutory public meeting of January 24,
2018, and further potential revisions in response to community concerns.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation for information.
5. Consent Agenda
None
6. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
None
7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
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R1. PDS20-033 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, 2523059
Ontario Inc., 132-198 Old Bloomington Road, Lots 12 and
14 and Part of Lots 10, 11 and 13, Registered Plan 166, File
Nos.: OPA-2017-05, ZBA-2017-07 and SUB-2017-03
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-033 be received; and
2. That Official Plan Amendment application OPA-2017-05 (2523059
Ontario Inc.) be approved to:
(a) Amend section 3.6.2 of OPA 34 which permits a maximum building
coverage of 12% for lands within a Cluster Residential designation
by adding a site-specific policy to permit a maximum building
coverage of 20% for the subject lands; and
(b) Amend section 3.6.3 (c) of OPA 34 requiring a minimum separation
distance of 35 metres between the Estate Residential designation
and the lot line of any Cluster Residential unit by adding a site-
specific policy that reduces the setback to 35 metres between a
dwelling in the Estate Residential Designation and a dwelling in the
Cluster Residential Designation which includes a 10-metre
landscaped buffer; and
(c) Delete section 3.2.7 of OPA 34 that requires a Block Plan be
approved prior to the approval of an application to permit new
development within the areas identified on Schedule CC; and
3. That Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA-2017-07 (2523059
Ontario Inc.) be approved to rezone the subject lands from “Estate
Residential (ER) Zone” to “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX1)
Exception Zone”, “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX2)
Exception Zone”, “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX3)
Exception Zone”, “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX4)
Exception Zone” “Environmental Protection – Oak Ridges Moraine (EP-
ORM) Zone”, “Public Open Space (O1) Zone”, and “Private Open Space
O2(XX) Zone”; and
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4. That Draft Plan of Subdivision application SUB-2017-03 (2523059
Ontario Inc.) be approved, subject to the conditions listed in Schedule ‘A’
to this report; and
5. That Council grant an allocation of 161 persons from the reserve to
service the development of 50 single detached dwellings on the
approved Draft Plan of Subdivision; and
6. That the implementing Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments be
brought forward to a future Council meeting.
Carried
R2. FIN20-012 – Property Tax Due Dates and Penalties
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN20-012 be received; and
2. That the installment dates for the final tax bill of September 15 and
December 1, 2020, be approved; and
3. That Council approve that the Town continue to charge the normal
monthly rate of 1.25% for penalties on taxes for the period of July 1 to
December 31, 2020; and
4. That, at the discretion of the Director of Finance, accounts that
were in arrears in 2019 not be provided with relief; and
5. That Council approve waiving the five percent, one-time penalty on past
due water bills for the remainder of 2020; and
6. That a by-law be enacted to reflect these changes at a future Council
meeting.
Carried as amended
R3. OPS20-008 – Blue Box Transition to Full Producer Responsibility
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS20-008 be received; and
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2. That the timing for transition of the Blue Box Program to full producer
responsibility for collection on December 31, 2025, coinciding with the
end of the current waste collection contract, be approved; and
3. That Council support the consideration of an earlier transition date
provided that service levels would not be negatively impacted; and
4. That staff be authorized to continue working in cooperation with the
Northern Six (N6) municipalities in providing Blue Box collection services
on behalf of producers, through future long-term collection contracts,
subject to mutually agreeable financial and operational terms; and
5. That staff be authorized to communicate this resolution to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), to the Minister of the
Environment, Conservation and Parks, and the Regional Municipality of
York.
Carried as amended
R4. CS20-010 – Electronic Meetings for Committees of Council
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS20-010 be received; and
2. That an amendment to the Procedure By-law to allow committees of
Council to meet electronically during the state of emergency be enacted
at the May 26, 2020 Council meeting; and
3. That the provisions related to in-person attendance and in-person
quorum of the Policy for Ad Hoc/Advisory Committees and Local Boards
be waived to allow electronic participation by members of the
committees; and
4. That staff report back to Council regarding the success of electronic
committee meetings.
Carried
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R5. PDS20-036 – Town-Initiated Official Plan Amendment to Consider
Outdoor Swim Schools as a Permitted Home Occupation
Use
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-036 be received; and
2. That Town-initiated Official Plan Amendment Number 2020-19 to permit
outdoor swim schools as a Permitted Home Occupation in the Official
Plan be approved by adding the following new clause to Section 6.13:
(v) “Notwithstanding Section 6.13 (a)(i) and (iv) respecting Home
Occupations, outdoor swim schools may be permitted as a home
occupation use in addition to related minor outdoor storage, where
appropriate and subject to the other policies in Section 6.13.”
3. That a new fee be added to the Town's 2020 Fees and Charges By-law
for a "Minor Variance for Outdoor Swim Schools" at a cost of $250; and
4. That the implementing Official Plan Amendment and revised Fees and
Charges By-Law be presented to a future Council meeting.
Carried
R6. PDS20-039 – Aurora Economic Development Corporation Board
Composition
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-039 be received; and
2. That the terms of reference of the Aurora Economic Development
Corporation (the “AEDC”) be amended to increase the number of local
residents or business owners to nine and to decrease the number of
Council representatives to two members of Council; and
3. That staff be directed to present to Council a special resolution to be
passed by the AEDC Board of Directors to increase the number of local
residents or business owners to nine and to decrease the number of
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Council representatives to two, which will be confirmed at a future
meeting of Council.
Carried
8. Notices of Motion
(a) Mayor Mrakas
Re: Downtown Street Wall Mural Program
Whereas experience shows that a mural in a well-considered location often
brings a community together and improves spaces for people passing through
neighbourhoods; and
Whereas a mural can create belonging and a sense of pride, reduce graffiti and
tagging, and allow neighbourhoods to shape their community through
beautification and shared project goals; and
Whereas a street wall mural program would allow local artists to beautify the
downtown core in a unique way;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to report
back to Council regarding a Downtown Street Wall Mural program where
local artists would create wall murals on Town-owned retaining walls
along Yonge Street in the Downtown Core (Aurora Heights Drive to
Kennedy Street); and
2. Be It Further Resolved That at least one Town-owned retaining wall shall
be dedicated to our frontline workers; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That the report include guidelines for program
objectives and eligibility requirements and timelines for selecting local
artists.
(b) Councillor Gaertner
Re: COVID-19 Crisis – Support for Institutional Changes
Removed from agenda.
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(c) Councillor Thompson
Re: Municipal Service Level and Delivery Review
Whereas the Town of Aurora is committed to making informed, affordable,
strategic choices about how municipal services are delivered; and
Whereas Council wishes to examine how to improve services, identify any new
or rising service demands, and evaluate service levels in the face of competing
priorities and/or decreasing revenues and increasing costs to operate the
municipality; and
Whereas Council wishes to set priorities and, where possible, identify potential
revenue opportunities, reduce the cost of delivery while maintaining and/or
improving services and service levels; and
Whereas a municipal service level and delivery review is a rigorous evaluation
process that looks at the needs and expectations of the community, the
performance and costs of the services provided, and may provide insight on
best practices and/or alternative/ better ways to deliver a service; and
Whereas the last municipal service level review was conducted in 2013;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora consider
a Municipal Services Review to identify actions and directions that could
result in a more efficient and cost-effective service delivery, enhanced
organizational and operation procedures, new revenue streams, and
potential savings; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That this item be referred to the 2021 budget with
an estimate on the cost of conducting a service review; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That pending Council’s approval of the cost to
conduct a review, the CAO be directed to finalize and issue a Request for
Proposal for a Service Level and Delivery Review no later than February
2021.
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9. New Business
Councillor Thompson inquired about communications to the public regarding the
opening of Town facilities, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gilliland extended appreciation to all those involved in the successful
arts discussion table held on May 15, 2020, including Councillors Gallo and
Humfryes, Hon. Lisa MacLeod, MPP Michael Parsa, and Town staff.
Councillor Gallo inquired about the possibility of providing opportunities for youth
to be active and volunteer with the Town, and staff provided a response.
10. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Gallo announced that, due to the increasing activity as businesses
begin to reopen, the Town’s enforcement of parking restrictions has now been
reinstated, and he extended a reminder about the Town-wide 24-hour limit for
vehicles parked on the street.
Councillor Gilliland extended a reminder about the Town’s online Skylight Gallery
currently featuring the photographic work of artist Stephen Sloan during the month
of May 2020 and the exhibit can be viewed at aurora.ca/skylightgallery.
Councillor Gaertner encouraged residents to visit the Town’s Recreation at Home
webpage, to find ways to keep active and engaged while staying at home and
physical distancing, at aurora.ca/recathome.
Councillor Thompson announced that the Aurora Museum and Archives is inviting
residents to capture this moment in history by taking a front yard photo and posting
it on social media with #Auroraathome or uploading it to auroramuseum.ca.
Councillor Kim extended a reminder that Aurora business owners who need
assistance during these times can use the online business assessment tool to
request information on available resources or arrange to speak with an Economic
Development Officer, by visiting aurora.ca/businesssupport.
Councillor Humfryes announced that the Town, recognizing the significant impact
of COVID-19 on the community, has brought together community leaders to form
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the Aurora Cares Community Action Team, and more information, including an
application for one-time financial support, is available at aurora.ca/auroracares.
Councillor Humfryes advised that the Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair
may be opening on Saturday, May 23, 2020, and confirmation will follow shortly.
Mayor Mrakas announced that, to encourage contactless transactions and support
local retail, curbside pickup would be allowed at all times on Yonge Street, from
Church Street to Wellington Street, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
11. Closed Session
None
12. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
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Motion For Which Notice
Has Been Given (May 5, 2020)
Councillor Wendy Gaertner
Date: May 26, 2020
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Gaertner
Re: Partial Lane Closure – Yonge Street
Whereas physically distancing is mandated by municipal, provincial and federal
governments as an important measure to combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus;
and
Whereas many residents are choosing walking as their preferred form of exercise; and
Whereas this promotes physical and mental health; and
Whereas residents are looking for places to walk where they are able to follow the six
feet social distancing rule and protect themselves; and
Whereas neighbourhood streets can become crowded with walkers and therefore
keeping safe distances is not possible; and
Whereas it is especially important to provide safe spaces when so many recreational
spaces are now off limits; and
Whereas the volume of vehicle traffic has decreased on our local roads;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That Council direct our traffic specialists to
set up partial lane closures in various areas of Aurora, with Yonge Street, between
Orchard Heights Boulevard and Henderson Drive, as one of the choices.
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Motion For Which Notice
Has Been Given (May 19, 2020)
Mayor Tom Mrakas
Date: May 26, 2020
To: Members of Council
From: Mayor Mrakas
Re: Downtown Street Wall Mural Program
Whereas experience shows that a mural in a well-considered location often brings a
community together and improves spaces for people passing through neighbourhoods;
and
Whereas a mural can create belonging and a sense of pride, reduce graffiti and tagging,
and allow neighbourhoods to shape their community through beautification and shared
project goals; and
Whereas a street wall mural program would allow local artists to beautify the downtown
core in a unique way;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to report back to
Council regarding a Downtown Street Wall Mural program where local artists would
create wall murals on Town-owned retaining walls along Yonge Street in the
Downtown Core (Aurora Heights Drive to Kennedy Street); and
2. Be It Further Resolved That at least one Town-owned retaining wall shall be
dedicated to our frontline workers; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That the report include guidelines for program objectives and
eligibility requirements and timelines for selecting local artists.
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Motion For Which Notice
Has Been Given (May 19, 2020)
Councillor Michael Thompson
Date: May 26, 2020
To: Mayor and Members of Council
From: Councillor Thompson
Re: Municipal Service Level and Delivery Review
Whereas the Town of Aurora is committed to making informed, affordable, strategic
choices about how municipal services are delivered; and
Whereas Council wishes to examine how to improve services, identify any new or rising
service demands, and evaluate service levels in the face of competing priorities and/or
decreasing revenues and increasing costs to operate the municipality; and
Whereas Council wishes to set priorities and, where possible, identify potential revenue
opportunities, reduce the cost of delivery while maintaining and/or improving services
and service levels; and
Whereas a municipal service level and delivery review is a rigorous evaluation process
that looks at the needs and expectations of the community, the performance and costs
of the services provided, and may provide insight on best practices and/or alternative/
better ways to deliver a service; and
Whereas the last municipal service level review was conducted in 2013;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora consider a
Municipal Services Review to identify actions and directions that could result in a
more efficient and cost-effective service delivery, enhanced organizational and
operation procedures, new revenue streams, and potential savings; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That this item be referred to the 2021 budget with an
estimate on the cost of conducting a service review; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That pending Council’s approval of the cost to conduct a
review, the CAO be directed to finalize and issue a Request for Proposal for a
Service Level and Delivery Review no later than February 2021.
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Memorandum
Date: May 26, 2020
To: Members of Council
From: Mayor Tom Mrakas
Re: York Regional Council Highlights of April 30, 2020
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
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The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-20
Being a By-law to require owners and occupiers of land to clean,
clear, and maintain private land and right of ways in the Town of
Aurora.
Whereas Section 11(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended (the
“Municipal Act”), provides that a local municipality may pass by-laws regulating highways
under its jurisdiction;
And whereas Section 127 of the Municipal Act, 2001, provides that a local municipality
may require the owner and occupants of land to clean and clear the land or to clear
refuse and debris from the land, not including buildings;
And whereas Section 128 of the Municipal Act, 2001, provides that a local municipality
may prohibit and regulate with respect to public nuisances, including matters which in
the opinion of its council are or could become or cause public nuisance;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts
as follows:
1.Definitions
1.1 In this by-law, the following words have the following meanings:
(a) "adjacent boulevard" means the boulevard immediately adjacent to the
front yard and/or side yard of a property;
(b)“agricultural purposes”means land designated for agricultural uses
under the Zoning By-Law;
(c) "boulevard" means that part of a highway (whether assumed or
unassumed by the Town) between the adjacent property line and the edge
of the curb, or where there is no curb, that portion of the highway which is
travelled or designed to be travelled by vehicles, which may or may not
contain a sidewalk;
(d)“Clerk”means the Town Clerk of the Town as appointed by by-law;
(e)“Conservation Authority”means a conservation authority established
under the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27;
(f)“fixture”means any structure or other fixture affixed or placed on land or
a building, including utility boxes, newspaper vending boxes, bench,
transit shelters, telephone box, transformer box or vault, hydro pole,
streetlight, stoplight poles, and street signs;
(g)“graffiti”means one or more letter, symbol, number, etching, inscription,
pictorial representation, or other marking that disfigures or defaces a
fixture, howsoever made or otherwise affixed to a fixture;
(h)“highway” means a common and public highway that constitutes a
highway under Section 26 of the Municipal Act, whether assumed or
unassumed, and includes a bridge, trestle, viaduct, or other structure
forming part of the highway, and includes a portion of a highway;
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(i) “injure” means any action which may cause physical, biological, or
chemical damage;
(j) "inoperable motor vehicle" means a vehicle:
(i) that is in a wrecked, dismantled, partially dismantled or abandoned in
a condition such that would hinder safe and immediate operation; or
(ii) a motor vehicles that does not have a current and valid license plates
attached, unless such vehicle is covered by a fitted vehicle cover and
maintained in a good condition;
(k) “Manager” means the Manager of By-law Services for the Town;
(l) “Municipal Act” means the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended or successor thereto;
(m) ”Municipal Law Enforcement Officer” means a person appointed by the
Town as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer;
(n) “municipal property” means any land owned or occupied by the Town;
(o) “naturalized property” means:
(i) land that is owned or occupied by the Town of Aurora, Regional
Municipality of York, the Provincial or Federal Governments, or a
Conservation Authority that is left in a naturalized condition for the
purpose of recreation or to protect the surrounding environment,
(ii) any woodland or woodlot as defined in the Town’s Private Tree
Protection By-law or Forest Conservation Bylaw of the Regional
Municipality of York, all as amended or successor thereof, or
(iii) land which too steep or too dangerous to maintain, as determined by
the Manager or a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer;
(p)”owner” means all registered owners of a property and also includes:
(i) the owner in trust,
(ii) a mortgagee in possession,
(iii) any person that is managing the property or is responsible for
managing the property,
(iv) any person who collects rent on the property or is responsible for
collecting rent on the property, and
(v) any lessee or occupant of the property who, under the terms of a
lease, is required to repair and maintain the property in accordance
with the standards for maintenance and occupancy of the property;
(q) “person" includes a natural individual and their heirs, executors,
administrators or other legally appointed representatives, a corporation,
partnership or other form of business association;
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(r)“property”means any grounds, yard, parking lot, vacant land or other
parcel of land, including public lands and highways, but not including
buildings;
(s) “Public Authority” means any commission, committee, school board,
department or agency of the Government of Canada, Province of Ontario,
The Regional Municipality of York or the Town;
(t)“refuse”means any article, thing, matter or effluent that has been
discarded by any person or that is no longer in use or reasonably intended
to be used by any person having ownership or control over such object or
material and includes but is not limited to the following: grass clippings,
tree cuttings, brush, tree branches, leaves, garden refuse, earth and fill,
paper, cardboard, clothing, kitchen and table waste, animal or organic
waste, cans, glass, plastic containers, dishes, refrigerators, freezers,
stoves, clothes washers, dryers, dishwashers, microwaves or other
appliances, disused furniture, furnaces, furnace parts, pipes, fittings to
pipes, water or fuel tanks, fencing materials, piping, tubing, conduits or
cable, container of any size, type or composition, rubble, broken concrete,
bricks, broken asphalt, patio or sidewalk slabs, mechanical equipment,
mechanical parts, accessories to mechanical equipment, paper products,
lumber or wood products, chemical products, bones, feathers, hides,
material resulting from or as part of construction or demolition projects,
inoperable motor vehicles, vehicle parts and accessories, vehicletires
either mounted or unmounted on rims;
(u) “sidewalk” means any municipal or regional sidewalk located on a
boulevard;
(v) “Town” means The Corporation of The Town of Aurora and/or the
geographical limits of the Town of Aurora, depending on the context of the
provision in which the term appears;
(w) “Utility Company” means a company which supplies water, electrical,
gas, cable, internet or telephone services to a property;
(x)“Zoning By-law”means The Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora, as
amended or successor thereof.
2.Interpretation and Application of this By-law
2.1 This by-law shall be known and may be cited as the “Clean Communities By-
Law”.
2.2 The provisions of this by-law shall apply to all lands and premises within the
Town of Aurora.
2.3 Notwithstanding the above, this by-law does not apply to activities or matters
undertaken by a Public Authority or to land owned by the Government of
Canada.
2.4 Unless otherwise specified, references in this by-law to parts, sections,
subsections, clauses and schedules are references to parts, sections,
subsections clauses, and schedules in this by-law.
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2.5 The part and section headings contained throughout this document are for
reference purposes only and do not form a part of this by-law. This by-law is to
be interpreted without reference to such headings.
2.6 References in this by-law to any statute or statutory provisions include references
to that statute or statutory provision as it may from time to time be amended,
extended, or re-enacted.
2.7 This by-law shall be read with all changes in gender or number as the context
requires.
2.8 References in this by-law to items in the plural include the singular, and
references to the singular include the plural, as applicable.
2.9 The words “include”, “includes”, “including” are not to be read or interpreted as
limiting the words, phrases, or descriptions that precede it.
2.10 If a court of competent jurisdiction declares any section, or any part of any
section of this by-law to be invalid or to be of no force in effect, it is the intention
of the Town that every other provision of this by-law be applied and enforced in
accordance with its terms to the extent possible according to law.
2.11 This by-law and the provisions contained within are intended to be
complementary to other by-laws passed by Council and in the event that any
other applicable law requires a higher stander than the provisions contained in
this by-law, the higher standard shall apply.
3.Property and Boulevard Maintenance
3.1 Every owner of a property shall keep their property free of any excavations,
trenches, ditches or depressions that present, or could present, an unsafe
condition.
3.2 Every owner of a property shall keep their property free of any:
(a) excavation, trench, ditch or depression that is capable of holding standing
water for more than three (3) days; and
(b) refuse of any kind that is capable of holding standing water.
3.3 Every owner of a property shall keep their property free of grass or weeds
exceeding (20) centimeters in height, except for:
(a) properties that are used for agricultural purposes; and
(b) naturalized properties.
3.4 Every owner of a property that is located in a Residential, Commercial,
Employment or Promenade Zone, pursuant to the Zoning By-law, shall keep the
boulevard that is adjacent to their property free of grass or weeds exceeding (20)
centimeters in height.
3.5 No person shall throw, place or deposit any refuse on any property, except for:
(a) refuse thrown, placed or deposited inside of an enclosed building, an
enclosed structure or a receptacle designed for that purpose;
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(b) refuse that is set out for collection in compliance with the Waste Collection
By-law;
(c) refuse that is required or used for a lawful business purpose that is in
accordance with the Zoning By-law and any other applicable legislation; or
(d) refuse that is temporarily set aside or placed as part of an ongoing
construction or demolition process, provided:
(i) such refuse is confined to the immediate vicinity of the construction
or demolition activity,
(ii) such refuse if confined to the property that is subject to such
construction or demolition activity, and
(iii) such construction or demolition process is in compliance with any
applicable law.
3.6 Every owner of a property shall keep their property free of refuse, except for:
(a) refuse that is set out for collection in compliance with the Waste Collection
By-law; and
(b) refuse that is required or used for a lawful business purpose that is in
accordance with the Zoning By-law and any other applicable legislation.
3.7 Every owner of a property shall keep the boulevard that is adjacent to their
property free of refuse, except for:
(a) refuse that is set out for collection in compliance with the Waste Collection
By-law; and
(b) refuse that is required or used for a lawful business purpose that is in
accordance with the Zoning By-law and any other applicable legislation.
3.8 Every owner of a property or a building shall keep free of graffiti any parts of the
property or the building that are:
(a) common elements,
(b) common access corridors and passageways,
(c) visible from any areas to which the public has access,
(d) areas that are owned by multiple unrelated persons,
(e) and areas to which the public has access.
For clarity, the requirements under this section do not apply to any parts of a
building that are the inside of a residential dwelling.
3.9 Every person that owns a fixture, wall, fence, pole or other structure on a
highway or other public space, shall keep such wall, fence, pole or other structure
free of graffiti.
3.10 No person shall place, or cause to be placed, or permit to be placed graffiti on
any property, fixture or structure.
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3.11 No person shall injure or destroy a hedge, shrub, flower or tree planted by the
Town on a boulevard or on other municipal property.
3.12 No person shall defecate or urinate in public on any property or in or on a public
place.
3.13 Notwithstanding, nothing in this section 3 shall be deemed as prohibiting,
preventing or limiting the placement, repair or maintenance of structures,
electrical wiring, piping, drainage or plumbing that is conducted by a Utility
Company pursuant to an approval from or agreement with the Town or otherwise
pursuant to legislative authority.
4.Administration and Enforcement
4.1 The Manager shall be responsible and is delegated the power to administer and
enforce this by-law, including prescribing the content of any forms or other
documents required under this by-law from time to time.
4.2 The Manager and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers of the Town are hereby
delegated the authority to enforce this by-law, including the authority to conduct
inspections pursuant to this by-law, the Municipal Act, as amended, and any
other enacted applicable by-law or legislation.
4.3 The Manager is authorized to delegate responsibilities for the administration and
enforcement of this by-law to any Town staff or external third parties deemed to
be qualified and appropriate by the Manager for such purposes.
5.Power of Entry, Inspection, Prohibitions
5.1 A Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, or any other individual authorized to
enforce this by-law on behalf of the Town, may at any reasonable time enter
upon any land for the purpose of carrying out an inspection to determine whether
the following are being complied with
(a) this by-law;
(b) any direction or order under this by-law; or
(c) an order issued under section 431 of the Municipal Act.
5.2 Where an inspection is conducted pursuant to this section, a Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer or any other individual authorized to enforce this by-law on
behalf of the Town, may:
(a) require the production for inspection of documents or things relevant to the
inspection;
(b) inspect and remove documents or things relevant to the inspection for the
purpose of making copies and extracts;
(c) require information from any person concerning a matter related to the
inspection; and
(d) alone or in conjunction with a person possessing special or expert
knowledge, make examinations or take tests, samples or photographs
necessary for the purpose of the inspection.
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5.3 No person shall hinder or obstruct or attempt to hinder or obstruct the Town, its
employees, officers or agents from carrying out any powers or duties under this
by-law.
5.4 No person shall contravene any order or direction issued by the Town pursuant
to this by-law or the Municipal Act.
5.5 Where a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, or an individual authorized to
enforce this by-law, has reasonable grounds to believe that an offence has been
committed by any person, they may require the name, address and proof of
identity of that person, and the person shall supply the required information.
5.6 No person shall decline or neglect to give, produce or deliver any access,
information, document or other thing that is requested by the Town pursuant to
this by-law.
5.7 No person shall knowingly make, participate in, assent to or acquiesce in the
provision of false information in a statement, affidavit, application or other
document prepared, submitted or filed under this by-law.
6.Orders
6.1 Where the Manager or any Municipal Law Enforcement Officer is satisfied that a
contravention of this by-law has occurred, such Manager or Municipal Law
Enforcement Officer may make an order requiring that the person who caused or
permitted such contravention, or the owner or occupier of the land on which the
contravention occurred, to discontinue the contravening activity and/or to do work
to correct the contravention.
6.2 An order pursuant to this section shall set out the following:
(a) the municipal address and/or the legal description of the land or premises
on which the contravention occurred;
(b)reasonable particulars of the contravention;
(c) what is required of the person subject to the order;
(d)the date by which there must be compliance with the order and/or, if any
work is ordered, the date by which any such work must be done;
(e) if any work is required to be done, a statement that if such work is not
done in compliance with the order and within a specified time period, the
Town will have the work done at the expense of the person directed or
required to do it; and
(f)information regarding the Town's contact person.
6.3 An order pursuant to this section shall be deemed to have been received upon:
(a) personal service of the order to the person being served;
(b) the day after posting a copy of the order on the land on which the
contravention took place; or
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By-law Number XXXX-20 Page 8 of 9
(c) the fifth (5
th) day after the order is sent by registered mail to the last known
address of the owner of the land on which the contravention took place or
the last known address of any other person in contravention of this by-law.
7.Remedial Action and Cost Recovery
7.1 Wherever this by-law or an order issued under this by-law directs or requires any
matter or thing to be done by any person within a specified time period, in default
of it being done by the person directed or required to do it, the action may be
taken under the direction of the Manager or a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
at that person’s expense and the Town may recover the costs incurred through a
legal action or by recovering the costs in the same manner as taxes.
7.2 For the purposes of taking remedial action under this section, the Town, its staff
and/or its agents may enter, at any reasonable time, upon any lands on which a
default to carry out a required thing or matter occurred.
8.Offence and Fines
8.1 Every person who contravenes any provision of this by-law, including an order
issued under this by-law, is guilty of an offence and upon conviction is liable to a
fine as provided for in the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 33, as
amended.
8.2 If a corporation has contravened a provision of this by-law, including an order
issued under this by-law, every director and officer who knowingly concurred in
such a contravention is guilty of an offence and upon conviction is liable to a fine
as provided for in the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 33, as
amended.
8.3 Pursuant to subsection 429(2) of the Municipal Act, all contraventions of this by-
law or orders issued under this by-law are designated as multiple offences and
continuing offences. If a contravention of any provision of this by-law has not
been corrected, or an order issued under this by-law has not been complied with,
the contravention of such a provision or an order shall be deemed to be a
continuing offence for each day or part of a day that the contravention remains
uncorrected or an order not complied with. A multiple offence is an offence in
respect of two (2) or more acts or omissions each of which separately constitutes
an offence and is a contravention of the same provision of this by-law.
8.4 In addition to fines under this section, a person convicted of an offence under this
by-law may be liable to a special fine in the amount of the economic advantage
or gain that such a person obtained from the contravention of this by-law.
9.Presumption
9.1 An owner of a property on which a contravention has occurred shall be presumed
to have carried out or caused or permitted to be carried out the contravention,
which presumption may be rebutted by evidence to the contrary on a balance of
probabilities.
10.Repeal of By-laws and Enactment
10.1 Any by-law which was in effect in the Town on the date of passage of this by-law
which covers the same subject manner as this by-law shall remain in effect only
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By-law Number XXXX-20 Page 9 of 9
for the purposes of the completion of any procedure that was commenced under
that by-law.
10.2 By-law Number 4738-05, as amended, and By-law Number 4754-05.P, as
amended, be and are hereby repealed.
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 26th day of May, 2020.
___________________________________
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
___________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
By-law (a)
Page 9 of 9
The Corporation of the Town of Aurora
By-law Number XXXX-20
Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6228-19, as amended, to govern
the proceedings of Council and Committee meetings of the Town of Aurora.
Whereas under subsection 238 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended (the “Municipal Act, 2001”), every municipality and local board shall pass a
procedure by-law for governing the calling, place and proceedings of meetings;
And whereas on December 10, 2019, The Corporation of the Town of Aurora (the
“Town”) enacted By-law Number 6228-19, being a by-law to govern proceedings at
Council and Committee meetings;
And whereas on March 19, 2020 the Province of Ontario enacted the Bill 187,
Municipal Emergency Act, 2020 to amend the Municipal Act, 2001 to enact subsection
238 (3.3) and subsection 238 (3.4) to permit meetings to be held electronically during an
emergency declared pursuant to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act,
R.S.O. 1990, c. E.9, as amended (the “Emergency Management and Civil Protection
Act”);
And whereas the World Health Organization has declared a worldwide pandemic
regarding the Novel Coronavirus 19 (COVID-19);
And whereas on March 17, 2020, a Declaration of Emergency was made by the
Province of Ontario pursuant to section 7.0.1 of the Emergency Management and Civil
Protection Act related to COVID-19;
And whereas on March 18, 2020, a Declaration of Emergency was made by the Town
pursuant to section 4 of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act related to
COVID-19;
And whereas the Lieutenant Governor has issued Order-in-Council 520/2020, pursuant
to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, prohibiting all organized public
events of over fifty people due to COVID-19;
And whereas the Town considers the protection of the health and safety of the public to
be a paramount concern, and has suspended the operations of all Town facilities and
services, other than those deemed essential for the welfare of the citizens of the Town
of Aurora during the COVID-19 emergency;
And whereas on March 31, 2020, the Council of the Town enacted By-law Number
6246-20 to amend By-law Number 6228-19, to provide that, during emergencies, should
they choose to, members of council who participate electronically in open and closed
meetings may be counted for purposes of quorum;
And whereas the Council of the Town deems it necessary and expedient to further
amend By-law Number 6228-19, to provide that, during emergencies, should they
choose to, members of local boards and committees who participate electronically in
open and closed meetings may be counted for purposes of quorum;
Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Aurora hereby enacts
as follows:
1. Subparagraph b) i) of section 20.1 of By-law Number 6228-19, as amended, be
and is hereby deleted and replaced with the following:
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By-law Number XXXX-20 Page 2 of 2
“b)Electronic Meetings
i) A regular meeting or special meeting of Council as well as
meetings of committees of Council and Local Boards may be
conducted by Electronic Meeting during an Emergency, in
accordance with this Section and any Emergency Electronic
Meeting Protocol as may be approved.”
Enacted by Town of Aurora Council this 26th day of May, 2020.
___________________________________
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
___________________________________
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
By-law (b)
Page 2 of 2
The Corporation of The Town of Aurora By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council resulting from a Council meeting on May 26 , 2020. The Council of the Corporation of The Town of Aurora hereby enacts as follows:
1. That the actions by Council at its Council meeting held on May 26, 2020, 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 26th day of May, 2020.
Tom Mrakas, Mayor
Michael de Rond, Town Clerk
Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Confirming By-law Page 1 of 1
Public Release
May 26, 2020
Town of Aurora
Additional Items to
Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
7 p.m., Video Conference
• Revised Council Meeting Agenda Index
• Delegation (a) Suzanne Lytle, Crossing Guard at Aurora Heights Public School
Re: Item S1(R1) – PDS20-029 – Capital Project No. 34626 – Sidewalk
Construction on Kitimat Crescent Proposed Capital Budget Increase
• Replacement Item S2 – General Committee Meeting Report of May 19, 2020
(administrative revision to recommendation of Item R2)
• Withdrawal of Motion (a) Councillor Gaertner; Re: Partial Lane Closure – Yonge
Street
Public Release
May 26, 2020
Town of Aurora
Council Meeting Agenda (Revised)
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
7 p.m., Video Conference
Note: This meeting will be held electronically as per Section 20.1 of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
1. Approval of the Agenda
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
3. Community Presentations
4. Delegations
Note: At this time, the Municipal Offices are closed. This meeting will be live streamed at
https://www.youtube.com/user/Townofaurora2012/videos. Residents who would like to
provide comment on an agenda item are encouraged to visit www.aurora.ca/participation.
(a) Suzanne Lytle, Crossing Guard at Aurora Heights Public School
Re: Item S1(R1) – PDS20-029 – Capital Project No. 34626 – Sidewalk
Construction on Kitimat Crescent Proposed Capital Budget Increase
(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 that one or more items be pulled for discussion and voted
on separately.
Council Meeting Agenda (Revised)
Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Page 2 of 4
Recommended:
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 to C2 inclusive, be approved:
C1. Council Meeting Minutes of April 28, 2020
Recommended:
1. That the Council meeting minutes of April 28, 2020, be adopted as
circulated.
C2. Memorandum from Councillor Gaertner
Re: Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority Board Meeting
Highlights of February 28 and April 3, 2020
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority Board Meeting Highlights of February 28 and April 3, 2020, be
received for information.
6. Standing Committee Reports
S1. General Committee Meeting Report of May 5, 2020
Recommended:
1. That the General Committee Meeting Report of May 5, 2020, be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
S2. General Committee Meeting Report of May 19, 2020 (Revised)
Recommended:
1. That the General Committee Meeting Report of May 19, 2020, be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee approved.
Council Meeting Agenda (Revised)
Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Page 3 of 4
7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
8. Motions
(a) Councillor Gaertner
Re: Partial Lane Closure – Yonge Street
(Withdrawn)
(b) Mayor Mrakas
Re: Downtown Street Wall Mural Program
(c) Councillor Thompson
Re: Municipal Service Level and Delivery Review
9. Regional Report
York Regional Council Highlights – April 30, 2020
Recommended:
That the Regional Report of April 30, 2020, be received for information.
10. New Business
11. By-laws
Recommended:
That the following by-laws be enacted:
(a) By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to require owners and occupiers of
land to clean, clear, and maintain private land and right of ways in the Town
of Aurora.
(General Committee Report No. CS20-008, May 5, 2020)
Council Meeting Agenda (Revised)
Tuesday, May 26, 2020 Page 4 of 4
(b) By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 6228-19,
as amended, to govern the proceedings of Council and Committee meetings
of the Town of Aurora.
(General Committee Report No. CS20-010, May 19, 2020)
12. Closed Session
13. Confirming By-law
Recommended:
That the following confirming by-law be enacted:
By-law Number XXXX-20 Being a By-law to confirm actions by Council
resulting from a Council meeting on May 26, 2020.
14. Adjournment
From: robertl9 robertl9
Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2020 10:24 PM
To: Mayor and Councillors ; Council Secretariat
Subject: Kitimat Crescent Budget increase
Good day everyone,
I became the crossing guard at Aurora Heights Public School in December 2016. From
the very beginning I had concerns about the children and their families having to walk
along the road. All though Winter is beautiful it can be very dangerous. Snow, freezing
rain and ice can make it very treacherous for pedestrians and motorists. Each Winter I
keep a snow shovel, an ice pick and salt with me so that I can make a safe passageway
for the children along side of the road leading to the crosswalk. The concrete has sunk
and lifted around the sewer drain close to the crosswalk which causes a huge puddle in
the pathway of the children and their families. In the colder months it freezes, which
causes slips and falls. It really doesn't matter what season it is, Mother Nature can
throw some wicked weather our way which effects driving conditions and the safety of
the children who are walking on the road.
For three and one half years I have watched the intersection of Kitimat and Tecumseh. I
know the children and their families. I know the residents. I know the motorists and how
they drive. I know which children are more impulsive than the others. I know which cars
stop for the stop signs and which ones don't. I know the impatient, distracted and crazy
drivers. I know this intersection during the quiet and the rush. I know the most
dangerous incidences I have witness involve the children walking on Kitimat. The
children deserve a safe route to and from school. When school was in I crossed on
average 46 AHPS students and their families. 23 of those children were in kindergarten.
15 of the children live on Kitimat. There are grandparents, pregnant moms, and babies
in strollers. Please don't let this budget increase delay this project any longer. Please
don't make these families face another Winter walking on the road.
I apologize if I come across as naive when it comes to politics, because I am. I can
completely appreciate and respect the fact that COVID 19 will have a significant impact
on the towns budget. I understand that an increase of this size may be difficult to
approve. For me though, I look at the value of a child and there is no comparison. What
a wonderful gift the Town of Aurora could give to the children when they finally get to
return to school.
My Mom always told me to stand up for what I believe in, even if I stand alone.
Thank you for your time and your consideration. Stay safe and healthy in this crazy
world!
Suzanne Lytle
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Delegation (a)
Page 1 of 1
Town of Aurora
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Video Conference
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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, Rachel Wainwright-van Kessel, Director of
Finance, Allan Downey, Director of Operations, David Waters,
Director of Planning and Development Services, Michelle Outar,
Acting Manager of Corporate Communications, Patricia De Sario,
Town Solicitor, Michael de Rond, Town Clerk, Linda Bottos,
Council/Committee Coordinator
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 20.1 of the Town's Procedure By-
law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 7:49 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 7:54 p.m.
General Committee consented to recess the meeting at 9:08 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 9:16 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
On a point of order by Councillor Thompson and acceptance by the Chair, Notice of
Motion (b) was removed from the agenda.
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 1 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 2 of 10
General Committee approved the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services,
excluding Notice of Motion (b).
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
None
4. Delegations
(a) Michael Testaguzza, Tony Biglieri, The Biglieri Group Ltd.
Re: Item R1 – PDS20-033 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment,
Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, 2523059
Ontario Inc., 132-198 Old Bloomington Road, Lots 12 and 14 and
Part of Lots 10, 11 and 13, Registered Plan 166, File Nos.: OPA-2017-
05, ZBA-2017-07 and SUB-2017-03
Mr. Testaguzza presented context and a review of the draft plan including the
changes to the proposal since the statutory public meeting of January 24,
2018, and further potential revisions in response to community concerns.
General Committee received the comments of the delegation for information.
5. Consent Agenda
None
6. Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
None
7. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 2 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 3 of 10
R1. PDS20-033 – Applications for Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law
Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision, 2523059
Ontario Inc., 132-198 Old Bloomington Road, Lots 12 and
14 and Part of Lots 10, 11 and 13, Registered Plan 166, File
Nos.: OPA-2017-05, ZBA-2017-07 and SUB-2017-03
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-033 be received; and
2. That Official Plan Amendment application OPA-2017-05 (2523059
Ontario Inc.) be approved to:
(a) Amend section 3.6.2 of OPA 34 which permits a maximum building
coverage of 12% for lands within a Cluster Residential designation
by adding a site-specific policy to permit a maximum building
coverage of 20% for the subject lands; and
(b) Amend section 3.6.3 (c) of OPA 34 requiring a minimum separation
distance of 35 metres between the Estate Residential designation
and the lot line of any Cluster Residential unit by adding a site-
specific policy that reduces the setback to 35 metres between a
dwelling in the Estate Residential Designation and a dwelling in the
Cluster Residential Designation which includes a 10-metre
landscaped buffer; and
(c) Delete section 3.2.7 of OPA 34 that requires a Block Plan be
approved prior to the approval of an application to permit new
development within the areas identified on Schedule CC; and
3. That Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA-2017-07 (2523059
Ontario Inc.) be approved to rezone the subject lands from “Estate
Residential (ER) Zone” to “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX1)
Exception Zone”, “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX2)
Exception Zone”, “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX3)
Exception Zone”, “Detached Third Density Residential R3(XX4)
Exception Zone” “Environmental Protection – Oak Ridges Moraine (EP-
ORM) Zone”, “Public Open Space (O1) Zone”, and “Private Open Space
O2(XX) Zone”; and
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 3 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 4 of 10
4. That Draft Plan of Subdivision application SUB-2017-03 (2523059
Ontario Inc.) be approved, subject to the conditions listed in Schedule ‘A’
to this report; and
5. That Council grant an allocation of 161 persons from the reserve to
service the development of 50 single detached dwellings on the
approved Draft Plan of Subdivision; and
6. That the implementing Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments be
brought forward to a future Council meeting.
Carried
R2. FIN20-012 – Property Tax Due Dates and Penalties
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. FIN20-012 be received; and
2. That the installment dates for the final tax bill of September 15 and
December 1, 2020, be approved; and
3. That Council approve that the Town continue to charge the normal
monthly rate of 1.25% for penalties on taxes for the period of July 1 to
December 31, 2020; and
4. That, at the discretion of the Director of Finance, accounts that
were in arrears in 2019 not be provided with relief; and
5. That the Treasurer be able to provide relief for penalties on taxes to
those demonstrating financial hardship related to COVID-19; and
6. That Council approve waiving the five percent, one-time penalty on past
due water bills for the remainder of 2020; and
7. That a by-law be enacted to reflect these changes at a future Council
meeting.
Carried as amended
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 4 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 5 of 10
R3. OPS20-008 – Blue Box Transition to Full Producer Responsibility
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. OPS20-008 be received; and
2. That the timing for transition of the Blue Box Program to full producer
responsibility for collection on December 31, 2025, coinciding with the
end of the current waste collection contract, be approved; and
3. That Council support the consideration of an earlier transition date
provided that service levels would not be negatively impacted; and
4. That staff be authorized to continue working in cooperation with the
Northern Six (N6) municipalities in providing Blue Box collection services
on behalf of producers, through future long-term collection contracts,
subject to mutually agreeable financial and operational terms; and
5. That staff be authorized to communicate this resolution to the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), to the Minister of the
Environment, Conservation and Parks, and the Regional Municipality of
York.
Carried as amended
R4. CS20-010 – Electronic Meetings for Committees of Council
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. CS20-010 be received; and
2. That an amendment to the Procedure By-law to allow committees of
Council to meet electronically during the state of emergency be enacted
at the May 26, 2020 Council meeting; and
3. That the provisions related to in-person attendance and in-person
quorum of the Policy for Ad Hoc/Advisory Committees and Local Boards
be waived to allow electronic participation by members of the
committees; and
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 5 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 6 of 10
4. That staff report back to Council regarding the success of electronic
committee meetings.
Carried
R5. PDS20-036 – Town-Initiated Official Plan Amendment to Consider
Outdoor Swim Schools as a Permitted Home Occupation
Use
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-036 be received; and
2. That Town-initiated Official Plan Amendment Number 2020-19 to permit
outdoor swim schools as a Permitted Home Occupation in the Official
Plan be approved by adding the following new clause to Section 6.13:
(v) “Notwithstanding Section 6.13 (a)(i) and (iv) respecting Home
Occupations, outdoor swim schools may be permitted as a home
occupation use in addition to related minor outdoor storage, where
appropriate and subject to the other policies in Section 6.13.”
3. That a new fee be added to the Town's 2020 Fees and Charges By-law
for a "Minor Variance for Outdoor Swim Schools" at a cost of $250; and
4. That the implementing Official Plan Amendment and revised Fees and
Charges By-Law be presented to a future Council meeting.
Carried
R6. PDS20-039 – Aurora Economic Development Corporation Board
Composition
General Committee recommends:
1. That Report No. PDS20-039 be received; and
2. That the terms of reference of the Aurora Economic Development
Corporation (the “AEDC”) be amended to increase the number of local
residents or business owners to nine and to decrease the number of
Council representatives to two members of Council; and
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 6 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 7 of 10
3. That staff be directed to present to Council a special resolution to be
passed by the AEDC Board of Directors to increase the number of local
residents or business owners to nine and to decrease the number of
Council representatives to two, which will be confirmed at a future
meeting of Council.
Carried
8. Notices of Motion
(a) Mayor Mrakas
Re: Downtown Street Wall Mural Program
Whereas experience shows that a mural in a well-considered location often
brings a community together and improves spaces for people passing through
neighbourhoods; and
Whereas a mural can create belonging and a sense of pride, reduce graffiti and
tagging, and allow neighbourhoods to shape their community through
beautification and shared project goals; and
Whereas a street wall mural program would allow local artists to beautify the
downtown core in a unique way;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That staff be directed to report
back to Council regarding a Downtown Street Wall Mural program where
local artists would create wall murals on Town-owned retaining walls
along Yonge Street in the Downtown Core (Aurora Heights Drive to
Kennedy Street); and
2. Be It Further Resolved That at least one Town-owned retaining wall shall
be dedicated to our frontline workers; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That the report include guidelines for program
objectives and eligibility requirements and timelines for selecting local
artists.
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 7 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 8 of 10
(b) Councillor Gaertner
Re: COVID-19 Crisis – Support for Institutional Changes
Removed from agenda.
(c) Councillor Thompson
Re: Municipal Service Level and Delivery Review
Whereas the Town of Aurora is committed to making informed, affordable,
strategic choices about how municipal services are delivered; and
Whereas Council wishes to examine how to improve services, identify any new
or rising service demands, and evaluate service levels in the face of competing
priorities and/or decreasing revenues and increasing costs to operate the
municipality; and
Whereas Council wishes to set priorities and, where possible, identify potential
revenue opportunities, reduce the cost of delivery while maintaining and/or
improving services and service levels; and
Whereas a municipal service level and delivery review is a rigorous evaluation
process that looks at the needs and expectations of the community, the
performance and costs of the services provided, and may provide insight on
best practices and/or alternative/ better ways to deliver a service; and
Whereas the last municipal service level review was conducted in 2013;
1. Now Therefore Be It Hereby Resolved That the Town of Aurora consider
a Municipal Services Review to identify actions and directions that could
result in a more efficient and cost-effective service delivery, enhanced
organizational and operation procedures, new revenue streams, and
potential savings; and
2. Be It Further Resolved That this item be referred to the 2021 budget with
an estimate on the cost of conducting a service review; and
3. Be It Further Resolved That pending Council’s approval of the cost to
conduct a review, the CAO be directed to finalize and issue a Request for
Proposal for a Service Level and Delivery Review no later than February
2021.
Additional Items to Council Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Replacement Item S2
Page 8 of 10
General Committee Meeting Report (Revised)
Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Page 9 of 10
9. New Business
Councillor Thompson inquired about communications to the public regarding the
opening of Town facilities, and staff provided a response.
Councillor Gilliland extended appreciation to all those involved in the successful
arts discussion table held on May 15, 2020, including Councillors Gallo and
Humfryes, Hon. Lisa MacLeod, MPP Michael Parsa, and Town staff.
Councillor Gallo inquired about the possibility of providing opportunities for youth
to be active and volunteer with the Town, and staff provided a response.
10. Public Service Announcements
Councillor Gallo announced that, due to the increasing activity as businesses
begin to reopen, the Town’s enforcement of parking restrictions has now been
reinstated, and he extended a reminder about the Town-wide 24-hour limit for
vehicles parked on the street.
Councillor Gilliland extended a reminder about the Town’s online Skylight Gallery
currently featuring the photographic work of artist Stephen Sloan during the month
of May 2020 and the exhibit can be viewed at aurora.ca/skylightgallery.
Councillor Gaertner encouraged residents to visit the Town’s Recreation at Home
webpage, to find ways to keep active and engaged while staying at home and
physical distancing, at aurora.ca/recathome.
Councillor Thompson announced that the Aurora Museum and Archives is inviting
residents to capture this moment in history by taking a front yard photo and posting
it on social media with #Auroraathome or uploading it to auroramuseum.ca.
Councillor Kim extended a reminder that Aurora business owners who need
assistance during these times can use the online business assessment tool to
request information on available resources or arrange to speak with an Economic
Development Officer, by visiting aurora.ca/businesssupport.
Councillor Humfryes announced that the Town, recognizing the significant impact
of COVID-19 on the community, has brought together community leaders to form
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the Aurora Cares Community Action Team, and more information, including an
application for one-time financial support, is available at aurora.ca/auroracares.
Councillor Humfryes advised that the Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair
may be opening on Saturday, May 23, 2020, and confirmation will follow shortly.
Mayor Mrakas announced that, to encourage contactless transactions and support
local retail, curbside pickup would be allowed at all times on Yonge Street, from
Church Street to Wellington Street, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
11. Closed Session
None
12. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 9:48 p.m.
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