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AGENDA - General Committee - 20150203GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY,FEBRUARY 3,2015 7 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AURORA TOWN HALL PUBLIC RELEASE January 30, 2015 TOWN OF AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, February 3, 2015 7 p.m. Council Chambers Councillor Humfryes in the Chair 1. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA RECOMMENDED: THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services be approved. 3. DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION 4. ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION 5. DELEGATIONS (a) Rocco Morsillo, Applicant pg. 1 Re: Item 4 – PL15-007 – Heritage Permit Applications NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 & NE-HCD-HPA-14-05, 74 Centre Street 6. PRESENTATIONS BY THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE CHAIR 7. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Page 2 of 5 8. NOTICES OF MOTION (a) Councillor Thom pg. 47 Re: Town of Aurora’s Official Town Flag (b) Councillor Thompson pg. 49 Re: Publication of Recorded Votes (c) Councillor Thompson pg. 50 Re: Bill 52, the Protection of Public Participation Act (d) Councillor Thompson pg. 51 Re: Interchange at Highway 404 and St. John’s Sideroad (e) Councillor Abel pg. 52 Re: Parking at Town Hall 9. NEW BUSINESS/GENERAL INFORMATION 10. CLOSED SESSION RECOMMENDED: THAT Council resolve into a General Committee Closed Session to consider: 1. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a Town or Local Board employee; Re: Report No. LLS15-003 – Appointments to the Accessibility Advisory Committee 2. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a Town or Local Board employee; Re: Report No. LLS15-004 – Appointments to the Aurora Appeal Tribunal 3. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a Town or Local Board employee; Re: Report No. LLS15-005 – Appointments to the Aurora Public Library Board 4. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including a Town or Local Board employee; Re: Report No. LLS15-006 – Appointments to the Committee of Adjustment and Property Standards Committee 5. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board; Re: Report No. PR15-002 – Disposition of Victoria Hall General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Page 3 of 5 6. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board; Re: Report No. PR15-003 – “Kwik Kopy” Pedestrian Trail – 15900 Yonge Street 7. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board; Re: Report No. CAO15-003 – 15356 Yonge Street (Readman House), 15342 Yonge Street (Horton Place), 15314 Yonge Street, and 15306 Yonge Street 8. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board; Re: Report No. PL15-013 – 15085 Yonge Street (formerly known as the McGraff-Hunter Property) 9. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board; Re: Report No. PL15-014 – Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 55 Eric T. Smith Way (Lot 6, 65M-4324) 10. A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the Town or Local Board; Re: Report No. PL15-015 – Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 30 Eric T. Smith Way (West Part of Lot 1, Plan 65M-4324) 11. ADJOURNMENT General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Page 4 of 5 AGENDA ITEMS 1.IES15-007 – Approval of Option Years for Contract IES 2014-03 - Water pg. 2 Service Box Repairs and the Cathodic Protection of Watermains RECOMMENDED: THAT Report No. IES15-007 be received; and THAT the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be authorized to renew Contract IES 2014-03 for an additional two (2), one-year periods being 2015 and 2016, pending an annual analysis and satisfactory performance review by the Director. 2.IES15-008 – Early Approval of Capital Reconstruction Project 72133 pg. 5 RECOMMENDED: THAT Report No. IES15-008 be received; and THAT capital reconstruction project 72133 ($1,419,500) be approved in advance of the regular 2015 budget approval to take advantage of a potential $310,000 grant available through the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and its partners. 3.LLS15-010 – Pending List pg. 15 RECOMMENDED: THAT Report No. LLS15-010 be received for information. 4.PL15-007 – Heritage Permit Applications pg. 28 NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 & NE-HCD-HPA-14-05 74 Centre Street RECOMMENDED: THAT Report No. PL15-007 be received; and THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 be approved to permit the demolition of the building located at 74 Centre Street; and THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-14-05 be approved to permit the construction of the proposed building on 74 Centre Street; and General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Page 5 of 5 THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the owner on the design of the accessory garage and driveway at 74 Centre Street to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Development Services. 5.PL15-011 – Request for Street Name Approval pg. 38 2351528 Ontario Limited and Aurora-Leslie Developments Limited (Emery Investments) 15625 and 15775 Leslie Street File: SUB-2014-01 RECOMMENDED: THAT Report No. PL15-011 be received; and THAT the following street name be approved for the proposed roads within the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision, File SUB-2014-01. STREET “1” ADDISON HALL DRIVE 6.PR15-001 – Temporary Facility Use Permit for Aurora Community pg. 43 Centre (ACC) and Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC) for Pro Shop Services RECOMMENDED: THAT Report No. PR15-001 be received; and THAT the Director of Parks & Recreation Services issue a Facility Use Permit to the Aurora Minor Hockey Association (AMHA), at no cost to the AMHA, for the use of space in the Aurora Community Centre (ACC) and the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC) for the operation of skate sharpening services and Pro Shop services for the period of February 10, 2015 to June 30, 2015, inclusive. 7.Memorandum from Director of Legal & Legislative Services/Town Solicitor pg. 46 Re: Special General Committee Meeting – February 24, 2015 – Water and Wastewater System Overview RECOMMENDED: THAT the memorandum regarding Special General Committee Meeting – February 24, 2015 – Water and Wastewater System Overview be received; and THAT a Special General Committee meeting be held on February 24, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of receiving a staff presentation on: (a) the water and wastewater system; (b) an overview of the process for the development of the water and wastewater budget; and (c) the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002 standard of care requirements. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Delegation (a)Page -1 -1 - TOWN OF AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT No.IES15-007 SUBJECT:Approval of Option Years for Contract IES 2014-03 -Water Service Box Repairs and the Cathodic Protection of Watermains FROM:Ilmar Simanovskis,Director of Infrastructure &Environmental Services DATE:February 3,2015 RECOMMENDATIONS THAT Report No.IES15-007 be received;and THAT the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services be authorized to renew Contract IES 2014-03 for an additional two,one-year periods being 2015 and 2016,pending an annual analysis and satisfactory performance review by the Director. PURPOSE OF THE REPORT The purpose of this report is to seek Council approval to authorize the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services to renew the existing contract with P.A. Envirovac Inc.for the two option years as provided for in the original contract for the purpose of performing water service box repairs and the cathodic protection of watermains as specified in Tender IES 2014-03. BACKGROUND Tender IES 2014-03 was awarded to P.A.Envirovac Inc.,in the amount of $100,000 on March 5,2014.The term of the contract was for one year with an option to renew for an additional two,one-year periods.Based on the satisfactory performance by the contractor in 2014,the Director has expressed his desire to renew this contract for 2015.As this is a multi year approval,it is necessary that Council either authorize or grant authority to the Director to approve the continuation of this service for 2015 in accordance with the initial contract. COMMENTS As part of the Town’s standard waterworks maintenance and rehabilitation practices,a number of ongoing maintenance and rehabilitation programs are undertaken to extend the lifespan of the watermain infrastructure that provide safe drinking water to our customers. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 1 Page -1 -2 - February 3,2015 -2 -Report No.IES15-007 This specific contract performs the following services: Water Service Box Rehabilitation The continuous and proper operation of the valve located on a water service at the property line is vital so as to ensure that in the event of an emergency,water can be quickly turned off to prevent flooding damage. Cathodic Protection of Watermains Cathodic protection is a reliable and cost effective method of minimizing the effects of external corrosion on existing ductile iron watermains.This program involves attaching sacrificial anodes (the cathodic protection device)to existing ductile iron watermains. The anode corrodes instead of the watermain which extends life of the watermains, reduces disruptions due to watermain breaks and provides an overall safer drinking water system. LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN This project supports the Strategic Plan Goal of Supporting an Exceptional Quality of Life for All by investing in sustainable infrastructure.This project ensures the water and sewer service are provided to meet the needs and expectations of our community. ALTERNATIVE(S)TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS Council may choose to not authorise the Director to approve the option year which will prevent the completion of routine and emergency waterworks maintenance and rehabilitation operations performed under this contract as part of ongoing maintenance of Town infrastructure. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Funding in the amount of $100,000 has been requested in the 2015 Operating budget under project No.04320.This is the same amount as approved in the 2014 budget. CONCLUSIONS It is recommended that Council authorize the Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services to renew the contraction with P.A.Envirovac Inc.for the 2015 and 2016 option years pending an annual analysis and satisfactory performance review for completing water service box repairs and the cathodic protection of watermains as specified in Tender IES 2014-03. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 1 Page -2 -3 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 1 Page -3 -4 - GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT No.IES15-008 SUBJECT:Early Approval of Capital Reconstruction Project 72133 FROM:Ilmar Simanovskis,Director of Infrastructure and Environmental Services DATE:February 3,2015 RECOMMENDATIONS THAT Report No.IES15 -008 be received;and THAT capital reconstruction project 72133 ($1,419,500)be approved in advance of the regular 2015 budget approval to take advantage of a potential $310,000 grant available through the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and its partners. PURPOSE OF THE REPORT To seek Council approval of the capital reconstruction project 72133,Aurora Community Centre Parking Lot repaving in order to secure grant funding that is contingent on confirmation of project approval. BACKGROUND Capital Project 72133,Repaving of the Aurora Community Centre parking lot,will improve the parking lot structure and the walkways at the Aurora Community Centre and will add stormwater management controls for the runoff leaving the site which presently is being discharged directly to the Tannery Creek.The project is in the current 10 year capital plan and is funded based on the reserve contributions and cash flow forecast within the plan. COMMENTS The design of the project will be completed by the end of March 2015 followed immediately by the tendering process,if approved by Council.The total cost estimate for the works is $1,419,500 funded from the “Building R&R”reserve ($1,012,400)and the storm sewer contribution ($406,600). TOWN OF AURORA General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -1 -5 - February 3,2015 -2 -Report No.IES15-008 On January 14 we were informed that Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA)has secured funding for the low impact development/stormwater management enhancements proposed for this reconstruction project as follows: $200,000 has already been confirmed from the Landowner Environmental Assistance Program (LEAP)and the federal Lake Simcoe Georgian Bay Clean-Up Fund (LSGBCUF).Please see Attachment “C”. $40,000 has already been confirmed from the federal RainScaping Program funding,for the design of this project approved in 2014,please see Attachment “D”. $70,000 from the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)Blue Water Project is pending confirmation.The RBC Blue W ater project is a wide-ranging program dedicated to protecting the world’s most precious natural resource which is fresh water. Launched in 2007,the RBC Blue Water Project is a 10-year commitment of $50 million to support projects for protecting and improving the water quality in our growing towns and cities.LSRCA has submitted a successful letter of interest to the RBC funding program on the Town’s behalf.RBC has asked that the full application be submitted and if successful,will bring another $70,000 in funding to this project, (please see Appendix “C”). Staff has been asked by LSRCA to confirm as soon as possible that this project is approved for construction in 2015,in order to finalize the funding process internally and externally with the federal government (LSGBCUF)and the Royal Bank of Canada (Blue Water Program). The design for the reconstruction will be completed by March 31,2015 and,if approved by Council,will be tendered immediately thereafter. The project will start on or around June 1,2015 and the reconstruction schedule will be coordinated between IES and Parks and Recreation Services to avoid any negative impacts on the schedule and operation of the facility.The project is targeted for completion by October 2015.Environmental constraints with the Tannery Creek and stormwater servicing are part of the extended schedule.A critical event for the Town is the hosting of RibFest which takes place on the September 11 weekend.The contract will stipulate that public parking will have to be accommodated for that weekend based on providing a safe accessible surface although paving may not be completed at that time. This project was not included in the initial request for early approval of capital projects as the tender schedule was in line with the anticipated budget approval schedule.However,it is now advantageous to approve this project early to secure the described grants. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -2 -6 - February 3,2015 -3 -Report No.IES15-008 Table “A”shows the proposed contract tendering schedule. Table A Capital Project Number Description Proposed Tender Date Proposed Construction Date 72133 Aurora Community Centre –Re- paving of the parking lot April 2/15 June 1 /15 ALTERNATIVE(S)TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS Council may elect to not proceed with the early approval for the recommended project which would result in delaying applications for grant funding and potentially reducing the likelihood of securing those grants. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The project discussed in this report is included in the draft 2015 Capital Budget.If not approved in advance of the 2015 Capital Budget,the potential total funding of $310,000 obtained from LSRCA,the federal government and the Royal Bank of Canada might be diverted to another municipality within the Lake Simcoe watershed. CONCLUSIONS It is beneficial to proceed with this project in advance of the approval of the 2015 Capital Budget for reasons provided in the body of the report.Deferring approval of this project, until budget approval,might result in the funding from LSRCA,the federal LSGBCUF and the RBC being diverted to other projects already confirmed for 2015. ATTACHMENTS Appendix “A”–Location Map Appendix “B”–Capital Project Sheet Attachment “C”–Letter from LSRCA with funding confirmation Attachment “D”–RainScaping Program Funding General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -3 -7 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -4 -8 - Heathwood Heights Dr Devins Dr Aurora Heights Dr Kemano Rd ST.JOHN St.Andrew's Crt Willow Farm Ln Closs Sq Mark St Pinehurst Crt Walton Dr McDonald Dr Aspen Leaf Crt Closs Sq Batson Dr Oak Crt Mark St Moorcrest Dr Buchanan Cres Scanlon Crt Mary St Cousins Dr E Irwin Ave Mosley St Kennedy St E Church St Cousins Dr Kennedy St E Connaught Ave Collins Cres Hollingshead Dr Raiford St Karindon Crt Harrison Ave Metcalfe St Long Valley Rd Timbertrail Cres Hill Dr Illingworth Crt Orchard Heights Blvd Tribbling Cres Devins Dr Autumn Way Kemano Rd Moffat Cres Dawson Cres Mendy's Forest Navan Cres Boulding Dr Reuben St Kennedy St W Hillview Rd Hawthorne Ln Dodie St Tyler St Bell Dr Aurora Anderson Pl Cady Crt Lensmith Dr Tannery Creek Cres Ransom St Treegrove Cir McGee Cres Dunning Ave Edward St Fairway Dr Glenview Dr Springburn Cres Cossar Dr Royal Rd ST.JOHN'S SIDEROAD James Henry Dr Tribbling Cres Burgon Pl Tara Hill Cir Masters Row Kennedy St W d Murray Dr Centre St Centre St Batson Dr Capital Project 72133 WELLINGTON STREET EASTWELLINGTONSTREETWEST ST.JOHN'S SIDEROAD KEY PLAN SHOWING LOCATION OF CAPITAL RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT 72133 Map created by the Town of Aurora Infrastructure &Environmental Services Department,January 19th,2015.Base data provided by York Region and Aurora -GIS. 0 150 300 Metres INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES IES15-008 APPENDIX "A" General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -5 -9 - Town of Aurora Capital Projects Project Department Version Year 72133 ACC -Re-pave Lot Infrastructure &Environmental Services Draft 1 2015 Description PURPOSE: To improve and make safer the parking lot structure and walkways serving the Aurora Community Centre as well as improve control of stormwater runoff which is being discharged into Tannery Creek. PERFORMANCE/ACTIVITY IMPACTS: By improving the parking lot and access points to this facility,it will decrease the number of trip hazards for users and improve the quality of stormwater runoff being discharged into Tannery Creek.The reconstruction schedule will be coordinated between IES and Parks and Recreation Services to avoid any negative impacts on the schedule and operation of the facility. Class "D"Estimate EXPLANATION/HIGHLIGHTS The parking lot structure and walkways serving the Aurora Community Centre are showing significant signs of deterioration. Numerous cracks in the pavement and concrete,as well as pot holes,are now present in structures.This project will also involve a new concrete walkway between the arena entrances as the concrete in this area is also cracking and some of the curbing in this area is broken.The design has been initiated for the parking lot reconstruction and the project will include the following works: -Parking lot reconstruction:removal of the existing asphalt,base and curbs and full depth reconstruction including new asphalt, curbs and pavement markings:$731,620 -Parking lot lighting upgrade (LED):$150,000 -Address creek erosion -rehabilitation of 150m of creek embankment:$225,000 -Permeable trails and bioswales:$124,230 -Front entrance -reconstruction with permeable pavers:$80,900 -OGS (Jellyfish)-to improve the water quality:$50,000 -Subsurface storage system:to control the quantity of the runoff:$57,750 TOTAL:Parking lot reconstruction +lighting +creek works +stormwater/environmental controls (trails,bioswales,OGS and subsurface storage system):$1,419,500 This project is included in the most recent 10-year Capital Plan. Budget Future202020182017201620152019Total Expenditures Estimated Expenditures CONTRACTS 1,419,5001,419,500 1,419,500 1,419,500 1,419,500 1,419,500Expenditures Total Funding Infrastructure Sustainability Reserves BLDG,FURN &FIX R&R RESERVE 1,012,9001,012,900 Storm Sewers Contribution 406,600406,600 1,419,500 1,419,500 1,419,500 1,419,500Funding Total Total Over (Under)Funded Appendix "B" General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -6 -10 - Town of Aurora Capital Projects Project Department Version Year 72133 ACC -Re-pave Lot Infrastructure &Environmental Services Draft 1 2015 Gallery General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -7 -11 - January 19,2015 Ms.Anca Mihail Town of Aurora 100 John West Way,Box 100 Aurora,ON L4G 6J7 Dear Ms.Mihail: Following conversations between LSRCA and Aurora staff regarding the retrofitting of the parking lot,trails and other features surrounding the Aurora Community Centre on Aurora Heights Boulevard,I am pleased to advise you that LSRCA has confirmed a commitment of $200,000 in partnership funding toward the environmental enhancement components of the project.These include: Project Component Estimated Total Cost (As provided by Aurora)LSRCA Commitment Permeable Trail Surface Permeable Entrance Way Paving Oil Grit Separator with Jellyfish Technology Trailside Bioswale $255,078 $106,000 Rehabilitation and stabilization of 150m of streambank along Tannery Creek $225,000 $94,000 Total Environmental Enhancements $480,078 $200,000 The funding provided by LSRCA has been made available through our partnerships with a number of partners,including the Landowner Environmental Assistance Program (LEAP,York Region,$85,800),Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation (LSCF)Creeks Project ($42,800)and the Lake Simcoe Southeastern Georgian Bay Clean-Up Fund (Environment Canada,$71,400). In December,LSRCA and LSCF prepared and submitted a Letter of Intent to the RBC Royal Bank of Canada’s Bluewater Project.Our submission was successful and we have been invited to submit a full funding application.If successful,this will secure another $70,000 toward this important project.Our application is to be submitted by February 13th,and an announcement of funding confirmation anticipated April 13th. The incorporation of low impact development techniques and technologies into this restoration project,along with improvements to the adjacent streambank,will bring water quality improvements to Aurora,the East Holland River subwatershed and Lake Simcoe. We look forward to working with on this important project.Please contact me if you would like to discuss LSRCA’s funding commitments further. Sincerely, Philip Davies Manager,Forestry and Stewardship PD:wcb c.M.Walters,CAO,LSRCA B.Kemp,General Manager-Conservation Lands,LSRCA B.Piotrowski,Environmental Project Coordinator,LSRCA C.Taylor,Executive Director,LSCF Attachment "C" General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -8 -12 - April 15, 2014 Mr. Illmar Simanovskis Director, Infrastructure and Environmental Services Aurora Town Hall 100 John West Way, Box 1000 Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 Dear Mr. Simanovskis: Re: RainScaping Program Funding It is my pleasure to inform you that the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority was successful in its application to the Lake Simcoe South Georgian Bay Clean Up Fund to expand the RainScaping program activities in 2014. RainScaping is a voluntary market transformation program created to promote low impact development and more sustainable building practices. It is a partnership program with our municipalities and development community that recognizes that stormwater management efforts need to change in order to meet our environmental targets to protect the health and quality of Lake Simcoe and its tributaries. Low impact development involves controlling stormwater at its source by mimicking the natural hydrology of a site which has been or will be developed. By maintaining or restoring natural hydrologic conditions on a site the general risk of flooding is reduced, water quality in our rivers and lake is improved, natural heritage features (wetlands and coldwater streams) are maintained and the potential for future streambank erosion is addressed. The current project involves facilitating a collaborative half day workshop with your municipality to identify opportunities to implement low impact development best management practices on public lands. For many municipalities this information is complimentary and can be included in their Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plans required under the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan. Furthermore, the inventory can provide a list of potential projects for future funding consideration. Attachment "D" General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -9 -13 - RainScaping Program Funding Page Two As part of the program there is approximately $40,000 of available funding for your municipality to select one of the sites identified and construct a low impact development demonstration project. The municipality is required to contribute $20,000 towards the project or (33%) which means that there is a total of $60,000 to apply to the completion of the project. The Authority will also provide advice and direction in the design and ultimate approval of these projects. Your municipality was identified as having an interest in the RainScaping program and we are seeking your approval to proceed. Once you have notified the Authority, the next step will be for us to organize a half day workshop. If your municipality would like to participate, please send me a letter outlining your intent and a contact name to which we can work out the particulars. The LSRCA looks forward to hearing from you and as always appreciates and values our partnerships with our member municipalities. If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact me at m.walters@lsrca.on.ca or 905-895-1281, ext. 234. Sincerely, Mike Walters General Manager, Watershed Management MW/tb cc: Regional Councillor Debbie Bath - BOD, Chair Mayor Geoffrey Dawe - BOD, Vice-Chair Warren Mar – Acting Municipal Clerk, Town of Aurora Gayle Wood – CAO, LSRCA General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 2 Page -10 -14 - TOWN OF AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT No.LLS15-010 SUBJECT:Pending List FROM:Warren Mar,Director of Legal &Legislative Services/Town Solicitor DATE:February 3,2015 RECOMMENDATIONS THAT Report No.LLS15-010 be received for information. PURPOSE OF THE REPORT To keep Council apprised of pending issues originating from General Committee and Council meetings. BACKGROUND Attached is a list of motions and directions from Council.The list is intended for information purposes.The text in bold represents changes in status since the last distribution. COMMENTS None LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN None ALTERNATIVE(S)TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS None General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -1 -15 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -2 -16 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage1C12014-07-29Motion(a)CouncillorBuckRe:AuroraUnitedChurchTHATtheMayorbedirectedtoseekameetingbetweenTownandChurchrepresentativestodiscoverhowtheTownandtheAuroraUnitedChurchmightworktogetherforrenewaloftheChurchandmunicipalfunctions,forthebenefittoboth.MayorDaweInProgressAttachment #1GeneralCommitteeMeetingAgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -3 -17 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage2BBS12014-02-045.BBS14-005–ProposedSignVarianceEvaluationCriteriaandProcessTHATCouncildirectstafftocontinuewiththeSignBy-lawprojectplan,includingmaintainingthestatusquowithCouncilbeingtheapprovalbodyforsignvariancesandbringforwardanamendedSignBy-lawtoafutureCouncilmeeting.BBSSignReviewandProjectPlaninprogress,targetfornewbylawbeforeCouncil-Q12015.BBS22014-06-1717.AAC14-06–ReportofJune4/14Delegation(a)LindaJones,CanadianHearingSociety(CHS)Re:CHSProgramsandServicesTHATstaffinvestigateandreportbacktoCouncilontheprovisionofeducationanddevices,includingauditoryandvisualaids,forimprovingbarrier-freeaccessforcommunicationsforvisualandhearingimpairedcustomersatallTownofAurorafacilities.BBSCOMPLETEDBBS14-015AdoptedbyCouncilDec.16/14BBS32014-12-16(e)CouncillorMrakasRe:Amendment(s)totheTemporarySignBy-lawTHATthisitembereferredbacktostafftoconsiderinthecontextofthecurrentSignBy-lawReviewandprovidefeedbacktoCouncil.BBSInprogress–seeBBS1.BBS42015-01-201(2)BBS15-001–Accessibility2014ElectionReportTHATstaffreportbacktoCouncilonthefeasibilityandcostoftelephoneandonlinevotingforthe2018MunicipalElection.BBSBBS52015-01-201(3)BBS15-002–ParkingRegulationsandEnforcementTHATstaffreportbacktoCouncilonthefeasibilityofimplementinganon-streetparkingpermitsystemandanonlinejust-in-timeparkingpermitsystemintheTownofAurora.BBSBBS62015-01-20Motion(d)CouncillorMrakasRe:SignBy-lawEnforcementTHATstaffbedirectedtoreportonoptionstoensurenecessarystafftoenforcetheTemporarySignBy-lawasitpertainstomunicipalelectionsigns.BBSGeneral Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -4 -18 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage3CAO12014-05-27Motion(g)CouncillorAbelRe:CommunityTourismPlanTHATthatstaffreportbackwithatermsofreference,workplan,andanyassociatedcostsassociatedwiththedevelopmentofaCommunityTourismPlan.CAOCOMPLETEDReportCAO14-018adoptedbyCouncilSep.23/14.CAO22014-06-10Motion(a)CouncillorBuckRe:StaffVacationEntitlementPolicyTHATthecurrentlyapprovedversionofPolicyNo.18andstaffreportCFS12-002bere-presentedtoCouncilforreviewandforclarificationbystaff.CAOReportinprogress.Policyrevised.WillcirculatetoCouncilunderseparatecover.CAO32014-06-244.CAO14-012–TownofAuroraResidentSurveyTHATstaffreportbackonoptionsforcompletingaResidentSurveyinternally.CAOReportscheduledforQ12015.CAO42014-12-16(a)CouncillorAbelRe:TownAcquisitionofDowntownRealEstatePropertiesTHATCouncildirectstafftoinvestigateapurchasepriceregardingtheMcIntyreproperty(HortonPlace)onYongeStreet,incombinationwiththeSpraggpropertytothenorth(ReadmanHouse),andreportbacktoCouncil;andBEITFURTHERRESOLVEDTHATthevacantlotonYongestreetatIrwinAvenue,immediatelysouthoftheHortonPlaceandReadmanHouseproperties,beincludedintheinvestigationbystaff;andBEITFURTHERRESOLVEDTHATstaffbedirectedtoincludeinformationabouttheliabilityandrisksassociatedwithanyacquisitionrelatedtothosepropertiesinthereportbacktoCouncil;andBEITFURTHERRESOLVEDTHATstaffbeauthorizedtoengagetheservicesofarealestateagentifrequired.CAOReportscheduledforFeb.17/15GCMeeting.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -5 -19 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage4CFS12014-04-086.CFS14-017–DevelopmentChargesBy-lawApprovalTHATstaffundertakeresearchandpublicconsultationwithrespecttoconsiderationofsplittinganddifferentiating,and/orofferingdiscountsonthenon-residentialdevelopmentchargeratesbetweentypesofintendedlanduses,andthatsuchconsultationincludetheTown’sEconomicDevelopmentAdvisoryCommittee,theAuroraChamberofCommerce,thelocaldevelopmentcommunityandanyotherinterestedparty,andfollowingsuchconsultationprepareareportoutliningoptionsconsidered,feedbackreceived,andarecommendationforCouncilconsiderationataPublicMeetingtobeheldpursuanttotheDevelopmentChargesActpriortoSeptember30,2014.CFSElectronicpublicconsultationtotakeplaceinSeptember/October,withreporttoapublicmeetingofCouncilinQ1-2015.CFS22014-05-27Motion(e)CouncillorAbelRe:VacantCommercialLotTaxRatesTHATCouncildirectstafftoinvestigatealternativesandprepareareportwithoptionsforCouncil'sconsiderationonhowtheTownofAuroracouldtaxvacantlots.CFSReportpendingQ1-2015.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -6 -20 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage5IES12012-11-271(7)IES12-059–On-StreetParkingSafetyConcernsonStoneRoadTHATthisItembereferredtostaff.IESPendingDevelopmentofCommunityTrafficPlanningManual.2013-08-1319.IES13-043–On-StreetParkingandSafetyConcernsonStoneRoadTHATthisItembereferredbacktostaffforareportontimerestrictedparking.IES22013-09-101(1)CLS13-006–AccessibilityConsiderationsintheCouncilChambersTHATstaff,inconjunctionwiththeAccessibilityAdvisoryCommittee,bedirectedtofurtherexploretherequirementstodeterminehowtoprovidefullaccessibilitytotheCouncilChambers.IES/BBSAccessibilityrequirementstobeconsideredinconjunctionwithTownHallrenovationplanstobere-activatedin2015.IES32014-05-271(10)IES14-026–SolidWasteBy-lawUpdateandClearBagStatusTHATtherequestforapprovalofaclearbagprogrambebroughtbacktoCouncilinJanuary2015foraproposedlaunchofJune2015;andTHATstaffimmediatelybeingaprocessofpubliceducationandengagementontheclearbaginitiativeaspartofanoverallwastediversionstrategyusinginternalresources.IESReportpendingQ12015.Bylaw5590-14adoptedJuly29,2014.IES42014-06-24MemorandumfromChiefAdministrativeOfficerRe:PetchHouseOpenCalltothePublicTHATCouncildirectstafftoreportbackonthecostsofaccommodatingthesuggestedusesofthePetchHouse,categorizedbyfunctionandlevelofmodificationrequired.IESReportscheduledQ12015.IES52014-12-16Motion(c)CouncillorAbelRe:SpeedCushionsonRoadsPronetoSpeedersTHATstaffbedirectedtoreportbacktoCouncilonprovidingfortheinstallationofspeedcushionsatfive(5)locationsandtoprovideaone(1)yearfollow-upevaluation.IESReportinprogress.IES62014-12-16Motion(d)CouncillorAbelRe:StrategytoRemoveExcessiveRoadSignageTHATstaffbedirectedtoformulateastrategytocombinesignsonposts,andreportbacktoCouncilwithoptionstomitigatethenumberofsignsposted,togiveourneighbourhoodsacleanerlook.IESReportinprogress.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -7 -21 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage6IES72015-01-201(6)IES15-001–FacilityProjectsStatusReportTHATstaffreportbacktoCouncilontheContractorExtendedAdministrationCostsatalaterdatetobeapprovedbyCouncilseparately.IESIES82015-01-20Motion(a)CouncillorMrakasRe:PilotProjectforLeftTurnRestrictionsatIntersectionofYongeTHATtheRegionalMunicipalityofYorkberequestedtoprovideAuroraCouncilwithapresentationpriortotheimplementationofapilotprojectforleftturnrestrictionstonorthandsouthboundYongeStreetatWellingtonStreetduringAM/PMpeaktrafficperiodsforthepurposesofaddressingtrafficcongestionatsaidintersectionfollowinganysuchinvestigation.IESIES92015-01-20Motion(b)MayorDaweRe:StreetParkingPlanfortheDowntownCoreTHATstaffbedirectedtoinvestigatethefeasibilityofimplementingastreetparkingplanaspertheattachedconceptualplanandtoreportbacktoCouncilassoonaspossible.IESIES102015-01-20Motion(e)CouncillorMrakasRe:WideningofIndustrialParkwayNorthandSouthTHATstaffreportbacktoCouncilduringthesecondmeetingcycleinFebruary2015astothefeasibilityandestimatedcostofwideningIndustrialParkwayNorthandSouthfromtwolanestofourlanes.IESReportscheduledforFeb.17/15GCmeeting.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -8 -22 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage7LLS12013-06-1814.MemorandumfromtheDirectorofCustomerandLegislativeServices/TownClerkRe:AdditionalInformationtoReportCLS13-010–AudioRecordingofClosedSessionMeetingsTHATreportCLS13-010bereferredbacktostaffforareporttoCouncilregardingfurtherinformationfromtheOntarioOmbudsman.LLSReportscheduledforQ12015LLS22014-04-08Motion(a)CouncillorBuckRe:EliminationofDirector’sPositionNOWTHEREFOREBEITHEREBYRESOLVEDTHATstaffbedirectedtoreportontheprecisedetailsofhowsavingswillbeachievedwhiletheworkloadcontinuestobeaccomplished.LLSCOMPLETEDReportLLS15-001adoptedbyCouncilJan.20/15.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -9 -23 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage8PL12013-10-08Motion(a)CouncillorBallardRe:PrinciplesofSharedSpace–AuroraPromenadeStudyAreaNOWTHEREFOREBEITHEREBYRESOLVEDTHATstaffbedirectedtoinvestigatetheprinciplesofSharedSpaceandidentifyanyareaswheretheseconceptscouldbeappliedwithinthePromenadeStudyArea;andFURTHERthatstaffreporttoCouncilwithexamplesofthisconcept,theprinciplesapplicabletoAurora,andrecommendationsonhowthiscouldbeimplementedwithinthePromenadeStudyArea.PLReportscheduledfor2015.PL22014-01-148.PL14-002–ProposedBellMobilityTelecommunicationsTower,15320BayviewAve.Holdings.650-676WellingtonStreetEast,FileNumberD11-(EX)04-13THATreportPL14-002bereferredbacktostafftoinvestigatethefeasibilityofco-locationofservicesontelecommunicationtowers.PLAwaitingresponsefromBellastothepossibilityofco-locationwithanexistingtowerinthearea.PL32014-02-112014-07-15Motion(g)MayorDaweRe:OakRidgesMoraineConservationPlanandGreenbeltPlan11.PL14-043–OakRidgesMoraineConservationPlan&GreenbeltPlanProvincialReview(2015)NOWTHEREFOREBEITHEREBYRESOLVEDTHATstaffcommenceareviewoftheOakRidgesMoraineConservationPlanandGreenbeltPlanforpresentationtoCouncil;andBEITFURTHERRESOLVEDTHATcommentsfromthereviewareforwardedtotheRegionalMunicipalityofYorktobeconsolidatedandpresentedtotheProvinceofOntarioonbehalfoftheRegionalMunicipalityofYork.THATItem11bereferredbacktostafftoundertakeapublicconsultationintheTownofAurora,tobecompletedinconjunctionwithYorkRegion,andreportbacktoCouncilinearly2015.PLPLReportscheduledfor2015.PL42014-05-272.PL14-040–InterimControlBy-lawMedicalMarihuanaProductionFacilitiesFileNo.D14-02-14THATCouncildirectstafftoundertakeastudyregardingMedicalMarihuanaProductionFacilitiestodeterminetheappropriatelocationandzoningforsuchause.PLReportscheduledfor2015.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -10 -24 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage9PR12008-08-1215.LS08-039–OnlinePondRemovalandChannelRestorationTHATstaffandtheworkinggrouppresenttheproposedwildlifeparktotheLakeSimcoeRegionConservationAuthority.PRAwaitingresultsoftheHydrogeologicalstudiesscheduledtobereceivedin2015.PR22012-12-18NewBusinessTHATstaffprepareareportregardingtheTermsofReferencefortheParksandRecreationAdvisoryCommittee.THATstaffreportbackontheissueoftwoormorenon-profitsportsgroupswithintheTownofAurora.PRStaffrecommendpostponingthisdiscussionuntilanewcommitteeisestablishedfollowingthe2014election.PR32013-05-14NewBusinessTHATMr.DowneybringforwardareportwithrespecttowaivingthefeesforAuroraMinorBall.PROngoingdiscussionswithAuroraMinorBall.PR42013-09-0311.PR13-043–ResultsoftheExpressionofInterestforanAllSeason,Multi-UseTennisFacilityTHATstaffreportbacktoCouncilwiththeevaluatedresults.PRCOMPLETEDReportPR14-042receivedforinformationonlybyCouncilSep.23/14.2014-04-081(5)PR14-016–RFPResultsforanAll-Season,Multi-UseTennisFacilityTHATthisitembereferredtostaffforareporttoGeneralCommitteeonoptionsregardinganon-air-supported,all-season,multi-usetennisfacilityatStewartBurnettPark.PRPR52013-10-081(6)PR13-046–TreeProtectionBy-lawTHATCouncildirectstafftomakefurtherrevisionstothedraftBy-lawandbringitbacktoCouncilforconsiderationpriortoreleasingtheBy-lawtothepublic.PRCOMPLETEDStaffreviewedtherevisedTreeProtectionBy-lawinaccordancewithCouncil’sdirectionofJan.21/14anddeterminedthatthecurrentBy-lawissatisfactory.StaffwillcontinuetomonitortheoperationandenforcementofthecurrentBy-law,andmaybringforwardBy-lawrevisionstoCouncilshouldtheneedarise.2014-01-211(10)PR14-004–TreeProtectionBy-lawTHATtheTreeProtectionby-lawbereferredbacktostaff.PRGeneral Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -11 -25 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage10PR62013-11-261(1)PR13-034–FutureUsesofLibrarySquareTHATCouncildirectstafftoprepareareportoutliningthecapitalandoperatingimplicationofthetwooptions:1)Demolitionof52and56VictoriaStreetandconstructamulti-usecommunityfacility;and2)Demolitionof52and56VictoriaStreetandconstructaparkinglotandurbansquare;andTHATthisinformationbeprovidedintimeforconsiderationinthe2014Budget.PRTo2015Budget.PR72010-04-271(1)CAO10-006–AnneBartleySmithLandsTHATtheChiefAdministrativeOfficerreportbacktoCouncilwithadraftcustodialrelationshipagreementwiththeOntarioHeritageTrustrelatedtotheAnneBartleySmithLandswhenappropriate.PROnFebruary12,2013Councildirectedstaff,throughtheTrailsandActiveTransportationCommittee,toexploreopportunitieswiththeOntarioHeritageTrusttofulfilltheTrailsMasterPlanthroughtheAnneBartleySmithlands.PR82014-02-11NewBusinessTHATstaffexploreoptionsforthepurchaseof100BloomingtonRoadandobtainanappraisalonthelandandreportbacktoCouncil.PR/LLSStaffwereauthorizedtoproceedasrecommendedbyLLS14-021–GeneralCommitteeClosedSessionreportofJune3/14andadoptedbyCouncilonJune10/14.PR92014-02-251(6)PR14-008–SportsDomeTHATCouncilauthorizestafftoexploretheconceptandcarryouttheappropriateduediligenceforthetransferofownershipoftheSportsDometotheTownofAuroraandtheoperationoftheSportsDometotheAuroraYouthSoccerClub(AYSC);andTHATstaffengagetheservicesofaconsultanttoinspectandprepareareportontheconditionoftheSportsDome;andTHATstaffpreparetermsandconditionsforanagreementwiththeAYSContheoperationoftheSportsDome.PRInprogress.PR102014-03-18NewBusinessTHATstaffreportbackonaYouthAdvisoryCommitteethroughconsultationwithstudentswhospokeatOpenForum.PRCOMPLETEDCommitteehasbeenformedandisactive.General Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -12 -26 - Revised:January27,2015PENDINGLISTREF.#MTGDATEyyyy-mm-ddREPORTTITLE/SUBJECTACTIONACTIONDEPTRESPONSE/STATUSBOLD=UPDATESC-BBS–CAO–CFS–IES–JCC–LLSPR–PL–K:\Legal&LegislativeServices\GOV\CouncilComm\AgendasMinutes\2015\WorkingFolders\PendingList\MasterPendingList-January2015Update-Jan23.docPage11PR112014-07-2911.PR14-035–UrbanForestStudy(UFORE)THATCouncildirectstafftoreportbacktotheincomingCouncilin2015withafurtherreportdetailingtheimplementationofeachoftherecommendationscontainedintheUrbanForestryStudy(UFORE)Reportincludingtheassociatedfinancialimplications;andTHATthefinaldraftoftheUFOREStudybepostedontheTownofAurorawebsiteforpublicreviewandcommentandthatanycommentsreceivedbesummarizedandincludedinthereporttoCouncil.PRTo2015Budget.PR122014-06-24NewBusinessTHATCouncildirectstafftoreviewpublicsafetyandaccesstotheMcLeodWoodNatureReserveandreportbacktoCouncilregardingthecostsassociatedwitherectingafenceontheLeslieStreetsideoftheMcLeodNatureReserveandregardingthecurrentmaintenanceoftheproperty.PRAwaitingresponsefromPlanningonRe-zoningapplication.Costtobeincludedin2015CapitalBudget.PR132015-01-20Motion(c)MayorDaweRe:CommunityRadioStationTHATstaffbedirectedtoinvestigatethefeasibilityofthisproposalandreportbacktoCouncilassoonaspossible.PRGeneral Committee Meeting AgendaTuesday,February 3,2015 Item 3 Page -13 -27 - TOWN OF AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT No.PL15-007 SUBJECT:Heritage Permit Applications NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 &NE-HCD-HPA-14-05 74 Centre Street FROM:Marco Ramunno,Director of Planning &Development Services DATE:February 3,2015 RECOMMENDATIONS THAT Report No.PL15-007 be received;and THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 be approved to permit the demolition of the building located at 74 Centre Street;and THAT Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-14-05 be approved to permit the construction of the proposed building on 74 Centre Street;and THAT staff be directed to continue to work with the owner on the design of the accessory garage and driveway at 74 Centre Street to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Development Services. PURPOSE OF THE REPORT The purpose of this report is to provide Council with direction from the General Committee regarding Heritage Permit Applications NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 and NE-HCD- HPA-14-05 for the demolition of the existing building and construction of a new single detached residential dwelling located at 74 Centre Street,designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. BACKGROUND The owner of the property located at 74 Centre Street submitted Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-14-04 and NE-HCD-HPA-14-05 on November 5,2014 requesting the demolition of the existing single detached residence and construction of a new single detached residence on the subject property. The subject property was Designated in 2006 under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.Section 42 of the Act states that, General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -1 -28 - February 3,2015 -2 -Report No.PL15-007 No owner of property situated in a heritage conservation district that has been designated by a municipality under this Part shall do any of the following,unless the owner obtains a permit from the municipality to do so:“1.Alter,or permit the alteration of,any part of the property,other than the interior of any structure or building on the property;2.Erect, demolish or remove any building or structure on the property or permit the erection,demolition or removal of such a building or structure. The Heritage Permit Application was deemed complete by staff on November 13,2014. On the same day,staff issued a Notice of Receipt on behalf of Council as per By-law 3565-11 (being a By-law to delegate certain assigned Council authority under the Act regarding the power to consent to alterations of designated heritage properties). Council has 90 days to respond to the Application or else the Application is automatically approved.The 90 day time period ends on February 10,2015. COMMENTS Demolition of Existing Building: The subject property is located on the north side of Centre Street between Spruce Street and Walton Drive (See Attachment 1). The subject property contains a building described as a 1½storey Arts and Crafts bungalow.The building was most likely constructed c.1873.The building has been subject to a number of renovations including a front addition and modern replacement of siding (See Attachment 2).The original elements of the style may have been either removed or covered due to alterations.Original elements of the building are compatible to the surrounding neighbourhood,being remnant of a 1½storey Arts and Crafts bungalow.The south side of Centre Street comprises of Vernacular Homestead buildings,while the north side of Centre Street is a mix of Georgian and Gothic Revival architectural styles. According to Fire Insurance Plans,many lots within this portion of the District were developed by 1913,including the subject lands. Section 2.1.2 of the Plan for the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District lists the building located at 74 Centre Street to be of historical interest.Section 4.3.4 of the Plan speaks to the demolition of heritage buildings where; a)The demolition of heritage buildings within the District is not supported; b)The Town,under the Ontario Heritage Act,may refuse a demolition permit for either an individually designated building or a building located within the District; and c)Applications to demolish heritage buildings listed on the Municipal Register will General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -2 -29 - February 3,2015 -3 -Report No.PL15-007 be subject to the Town of Aurora Heritage Building Evaluation System,as an objective means to evaluate the heritage value of the building. The Evaluation Working Group met to perform an objective evaluation of the subject property on Thursday January 15,2014 (See Attachment 3).The Evaluation Criteria for assessing the cultural heritage value of cultural heritage resources have been developed by the Town in consultation with its Municipal Heritage Committee.As per Section 13.3 e)of the Official Plan,Priority will be given to designating all Group 1 heritage resources in the Register. The purpose of the Evaluation is to identify the design/physical value, historical/associative value,and contextual value of the property as per Ontario Regulation 9/06,which outlines the criteria for determining Cultural Heritage Value or Interest under the Ontario Heritage Act in order to conserve significant heritage resources,where appropriate. The Evaluation found the subject property to score in Group 3,suggesting that the property is “of moderate significance and worthy of documentation or preservation if of a particular contextual value”. According to the Heritage Evaluation Guide for buildings scored within Group 3: The designation of the building pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act may be supported with an approved restoration plan,but would not necessarily be initiated by the Town unless part of an historic grouping such as an intact heritage streetscape; Retention of the building on the site is supported,particularly if part of an historic streetscape; If the building is to be demolished,photograph record,measured drawings and/or salvage of significant architectural elements may be required. As such,the building was found to be of moderate significance,only worthy of conservation if the building were part of an intact heritage streetscape.Due to the fact that the building has no notable associative significance or design/architectural significance (due to extensive alterations),and exhibits only moderate contextual significance,it is recommended that the application for the demolition of 74 Centre Street be approved. There are two significant trees located at the front of the existing building and to the east of the existing building on the subject property.The trees are considered significant for the historical streetscape and existing tree canopy within the District.The Owner is preserving both trees on the subject lands. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -3 -30 - February 3,2015 -4 -Report No.PL15-007 Design of Proposed Structure: In addition to the intention to demolish the existing structure,the applicant has submitted a second Heritage Permit Application related to the plans for a new building construction as per the requirements of the Ontario Heritage Act and the District Plan. As such,the Plan for the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District provides guidelines for ensuring new building construction is compatible with the character of the District.The applicant has submitted proposed plans regarding anticipated plans for a new building construction (Attachments 4 and 5). The Plan for the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District includes guidelines and policies including (but not limited to)the preservation of traditional spacing of buildings,garage heights,the creation of detached garages to the rear of property lots,the preservation of backyard amenity space,scale and massing,design, orientation,setbacks,materials,and building height.New designs should be products of their own time,but reflect one of the traditional architectural styles within the neighbourhood.Hybrid designs that mix elements from different historical styles are not appropriate.Historical styles that do not exist within the district,such as Tudor,are not appropriate. The proposed building is designed in keeping with Second Empire architectural design, which is one of the architectural styles within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.Section 9.1.1 of The Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan calls for architectural styles which are consistent with traditional architectural styles of the district on a street per street basis.The guidelines for Centre Street allow for new construction to consider prominent styles on the street.Page 72 of the District Plan cites that Centre Street features a mix of styles from all architectural styles and periods predominant within the District.Therefore,the architectural style of the proposed building is considered appropriate to the Conservation District Plan. Through analysis of the architectural elements,the proposed building meets the guidelines of the Heritage Conservation District. The proposed accessory structure located in the rear yard,is to serve as a garage for the main building.The coverage of the accessory three car garage and the associated driveway in the rear yard will impact the amount of outdoor rear yard amenity area and must be considered in association to the policies of the District Plan.The owner has been advised of this concern and staff will continue to work with the owner in the final design of the accessory garage and the driveway. LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN The conservation of heritage resources supports the Strategic Plan goal of Supporting an Exceptional Quality of Life for All through its accomplishment in satisfying requirements in objective Celebrating and Promoting our Culture. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -4 -31 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -5 -32 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -6 -33 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -7 -34 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -8 -35 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -9 -36 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 4 Page -10 -37 - TOWN OF AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT No.PL15-011 SUBJECT:Request for Street Name Approval 2351528 Ontario Limited and Aurora-Leslie Developments Limited (Emery Investments) 15625 and 15775 Leslie Street File:SUB-2014-01 FROM:Marco Ramunno,Director of Planning &Development Services DATE:February 3,2015 RECOMMENDATIONS THAT staff report PL15-011 be received;and THAT the following street name BE APPROVED for the proposed roads within the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision,File SUB-2014-01. STREET “1”ADDISON HALL DRIVE PURPOSE OF THE REPORT To seek Council approval of the street names proposed by 2351528 Ontario Limited and Aurora-Leslie Developments Limited (Emery Investments).The names were not selected from the Town of Aurora’s approved bank of street names but have been approved by York Region and Central York Fire Services. BACKGROUND In accordance with the Town of Aurora’s Street Naming Policy,developers have the option of requesting specific street names for proposed new developments,pending obtaining clearance by the York Region Planning Department and acceptance by the Town’s Fire Department,and subsequently Council’s approval.The applicant has indicated their desire to proceed with the clearance of conditions of approval,working towards the preparation of the subdivision agreement and registration of the Plan.It is appropriate that the street names be approved for the site at this time. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 5 Page -1 -38 - February 3,2015 -2 -Report No.PL15-011 COMMENTS The proposed names were brought forward by 2351528 Ontario Limited and Aurora- Leslie Developments Limited (Emery Investments),who first had the opportunity to review the Approved Bank of Street Names.After careful consideration,the applicant has proposed that Street 1 take the name Addison Hall Drive.The proposed name is the surname of a previous land owner.The proposed name has been approved by Central York Fire Services and by the Regional Municipality of York. LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN The proposed draft plan of condominium supports the Strategic Plan goal of Supporting and exceptional quality of life for all through its accomplishment in satisfying requirements in the objectives of strengthening the fabric of our community. ALTERNATIVE(S)TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS 1.Council has the option to not approve the proposed names,at which point the developer would have to re-submit alternate requests to the applicable agencies for review and a future report. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS None PREVIOUS REPORTS None CONCLUSIONS In keeping with Council’s resolution respecting the naming of roads,staff recommends that the name Addison Hall be considered for the road servicing the proposed plan. ATTACHMENTS Figure 1 –Location Map Figure 2 –Proposed Plan of Subdivision General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 5 Page -2 -39 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 5 Page -3 -40 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 5 Page -4 -41 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 5 Page -5 -42 - TOWN OF AURORA GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT No.PR15-001 SUBJECT:Temporary Facility Use Permit for Aurora Community Centre (ACC) and Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC)for Pro Shop Services FROM:Allan D.Downey,Director of Parks &Recreation Services DATE:February 3,2015 RECOMMENDATIONS THAT Report No.PR15-001 be received;and THAT the Director of Parks &Recreation Services issue a Facility Use Permit to the Aurora Minor Hockey Association (AMHA),at no cost to the AMHA,for the use of space in the Aurora Community Centre (ACC)and the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC)for the operation of skate sharpening services and Pro Shop services for the period of February 10,2015 to June 30,2015,inclusive. PURPOSE OF THE REPORT To provide interim operation of the Pro Shops at the ACC and SARC while a new long- term operator is identified through an RFP process. BACKGROUND At its meeting of November 20,2012 Council authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Lease Agreement between the Town of Aurora and 135 Yonge Street Holdings Inc. (o/a Rec Cycle &Sports)for the lease of space in the SARC and the ACC for the operation of skate sharpening and Pro-Shop services. On November 30,2014,the Town was notified by Crowe Soberman Inc.,Trustee,that Rec Cycle N’Sports filed an Assignment in Bankruptcy on November 26,2014.This resulted in the immediate closure of the Pro Shops at the ACC and SARC.The existing lease with Rec Cycle &Sports expired on November 1,2014,and the renewal had not yet been signed;therefore,no lease currently exists for the Pro Shops. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 6 Page -1 -43 - February 3,2015 -2 -Report No.PR15-001 COMMENTS In order to identify another potential Pro Shop operator and enter into a new lease agreement,staff will follow a competitive process the approved Request for Expression of Interest and Request for Quotation procedures.It is estimated that completion of this process will not enable the Town to put a new operator in place until after the current hockey/play-off season is completed. In order to meet the needs of the community and our user groups,the AMHA has offered to operate the Pro Shops on an interim basis until a long term solution can be put in place. As the AMHA will have to incur costs in order to set-up and operate the Pro Shops,staff recommends that the Town waive the monthly lease payments for the duration of this interim agreement.Any net proceeds from the operation of the Pro Shops would be retained by AMHA as fundraising revenue for the association. LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN This project supports the Strategic Plan Goal of Supporting an Exceptional Quality of Life for All by encouraging an active and healthy lifestyle.Develop a long-term needs assessment for recreation programs,services and operations to march the evolving needs of the growing and changing population. ALTERNATIVE(S)TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS 1.Council can choose to issue the permit,but continue to charge the existing lease rate of $146 per month,per location. 2.Council can decline to issue the permit and have the Pro Shops remain closed until a new long-term operator is put in place. 3.Further Options as required FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Closure of the Pro Shops resulted in a combined loss of $584 for November and December,2014.The current lease rate for each of the two locations is $146.00 per month,although they do not operate a full 12 months of the year.It is estimated that the current closure and/or waiving the existing lease payment for this interim period will result in lost revenue to the Town of $1,168.00 in 2015. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 6 Page -2 -44 - General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 6 Page -3 -45 - MEMORANDUM DATE:February 3,2015 TO:Mayor and Members of Council FROM:Warren Mar,Director of Legal &Legislative Services/Town Solicitor RE:Special General Committee Meeting –February 24,2015 –Water and Wastewater System Overview RECOMMENDATIONS THAT the memorandum regarding Special General Committee Meeting –February 24, 2015 –Water and Wastewater Overview be received;and THAT a Special General Committee meeting be held on February 24,2015 from 6:00 p.m.to 7:00 p.m.for the purpose of receiving a staff presentation on:(a)the water and wastewater system;(b)an overview of the process for the development of the water and wastewater budget;and (c)the Safe Drinking Water Act,2002 standard of care requirements. COMMENTS On January 26,2015 General Committee began the review of the Town’s 2015 Capital, Operating,and Water and Wastewater budgets.The water and wastewater budget are driven by the unique operational requirements of the water and wastewater system. Additionally,the Town and Members of Council,collectively and individually,have legislated responsibilities pertaining the water and wastewater systems under the Safe Drinking Water Act,2002 (the “Act”). Prior to consideration of the water and wastewater budgets,staff recommend that a Special General Committee meeting be held to provide Council with an overview of the water and wastewater system,the water and wastewater budget process,as well as the standard of care requirements of the Act.It is recommended that this meeting be called “Special General Committee –Water and Wastewater Budget Introduction”,and be held on February 24,2015 from 6:00 p.m.to 7:00 p.m.,immediately prior to the regular Council meeting that evening. 100 John West Way Box 1000 Aurora,Ontario L4G 6J1 Phone:905-727-3123 ext.4758 Email:wmar@aurora.ca www.aurora.ca Town of Aurora Legal &Legislative Services General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Item 7 Page -1 -46 - NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor Jeff Thom Date:February 3,2015 To:Mayor and Members of Council From:Councillor Thom Re:Town of Aurora’s Official Town Flag WHEREAS the Town of Aurora has a unique,distinct,and treasured history and culture; and WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Aurora has a responsibility to ensure that we protect and enhance our Town’s unique history and culture;and WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Aurora formally adopted an official Town flag in May of 1988 (Attachment #1);and WHEREAS the official flag of the Town of Aurora is a reflection of Aurora’s distinct history and culture,and is a symbol of the continuity of our community,which stretches back over 150 years;and WHEREAS the Town of Aurora’s official crest,which is proudly depicted in the centre of the flag,is an important symbol of Aurora,one which finds its origins in the first Council meeting of the Village of Aurora in January of 1863,and began its official use by the Town in the 1920’s;and WHEREAS the proper flight/display of the official flag of the Town of Aurora is consistent with the Town of Aurora’s own Corporate Values,specifically value #5 “Valuing the cultural heritage and history of our community”;and WHEREAS currently,the official flag of the Town of Aurora is not being flown or displayed on any Town flag poles,arenas,municipal buildings,in the Council Chamber or anywhere else where the Town may fly/display a Town flag. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT Council direct that the official flag of the Town of Aurora,adopted by Council in May of 1988,be flown and displayed on all appropriate municipal flag poles,at municipal arenas and municipal buildings,in the Council Chamber,and anywhere else where the Town may fly/display a Town flag. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Notice of Motion (a)Page -1 -47 - Attachment #1 General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Notice of Motion (a)Page -2 -48 - NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor Michael Thompson Date:February 3,2015 To:Mayor and Members of Council From:Councillor Thompson Re:Publication of Recorded Votes WHEREAS the minutes of any Council meeting are part of the public record and are available to all;and WHEREAS a recorded vote on a particular motion can be requested by any member of Council and is noted in the minutes of a Council meeting;and WHEREAS residents should be able to easily identify how a member of Council voted on any particular issue;and WHEREAS Openness and Transparency are important principles to all members of Council. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff report to Council on potential ways in which the voting records of individual Council members may be compiled and made available to residents in a readily accessible annual report. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Notice of Motion (b)Page -1 -49 - NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor Michael Thompson Date:February 3,2015 To:Mayor and Members of Council From:Councillor Thompson Re:Bill 52,the Protection of Public Participation Act WHEREAS the Provincial Government has recently introduced “Bill 52,Protection of Public Participation Act,2014”;and WHEREAS Bill 52 seeks to amend the Courts of Justice Act,the Libel and Slander Act and the Statutory Powers Procedure Act in order to protect expression on matters of public interest;and WHEREAS Bill 52 is commonly referred to as Anti-SLAPP legislation and is intended to enact many of the recommendations put forward by the Anti-SLAPP Advisory Panel of 2010;and WHEREAS SLAPP litigation,an acronym for Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation,is a tactic which is often viewed as a means to silence,intimidate and deter people from participating in discussions on matters of public interest;and WHEREAS the Province has stated that the ability to freely participate in public discussion about matters of public interest,without fear of retribution,is fundamental to a fair and democratic society. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of Aurora express its support for Bill 52 which should help protect and encourage freedom of expression on matters of the public interest and discourage the use of the courts in ways that unduly limit that freedom;and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Mayor be requested to write a letter and forward this resolution to the Honourable Kathleen Wynne,Premier of Ontario,Chris Ballard,MPP for Aurora-Newmarket,and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO);and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Clerk be requested to circulate this resolution to all other municipalities in Ontario. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Notice of Motion (c)Page -1 -50 - NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor Michael Thompson Date:February 3,2015 To:Mayor and Members of Council From:Councillor Thompson Re:Interchange at Highway 404 and St.John’s Sideroad WHEREAS the Region of York 2009 Transportation Master Plan has scheduled the construction of an interchange at Highway 404 and St.John’s Sideroad for 2031;and WHEREAS the Region is currently conducting an update to the Transportation Master Plan;and WHEREAS traffic congestion is a growing concern for all Aurora residents and has an impact,socially and economically,on both residents and the community;and WHEREAS the Region and the Town’s Official Plan forecast that Aurora’s population will be 68,100 residents by 2021;and WHEREAS the Province of Ontario has mandated this local growth through the Places to Grow Act;and WHEREAS the residential development and occupation by home owners of the 2C lands is progressing quickly and will add,upon completion,approximately 3,000 residential units and increase Aurora’s population by nearly 9,000 residents;and WHEREAS many of these residents will use the closest interchange to them at Wellington Street and Highway 404 increasing the degree of traffic congestion Aurora residents are already experiencing. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff meet with the Region of York to express the need for the interchange at Highway 404 and St.John’s Sideroad to be constructed prior to 2031 and indicate to them that the Town prefers to have the interchange built in the short term,before 2021;and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back periodically to Council on the progress of the Region’s Transportation Master Plan,timelines for future Regional road enhancements,and any progress on the interchange at Highway 404 and St.John’s Sideroad. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Notice of Motion (d)Page -1 -51 - NOTICE OF MOTION Councillor John Abel Date:February 3,2015 To:Mayor and Members of Council From:Councillor Abel Re:Parking at Town Hall WHEREAS parking at Town Hall is in high demand,as it is shared with the Seniors’ Centre,Town staff and residents attending Customer Service and meetings;and WHEREAS,the lower south portion of the parking lot is maxed out during daytime operational hours (Monday to Friday,8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.);and WHEREAS staff recommended,and Council approved last term,$250,000 to extend parking at the upper north end of Town Hall to relieve the demand on the shared parking at the lower south parking lot,preferred by the seniors and residents attending meetings;and WHEREAS three (3)parking spaces have been assigned to By-law vehicles in the lower south parking lot at Town Hall. NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to relocate the parking spots for By-Law vehicles to another location to ease the parking congestion in the high-demand south parking lot of Town Hall. General Committee Meeting Agenda Tuesday,February 3,2015 Notice of Motion (e)Page -1 -52 -