MINUTES - Council - 19701102MINUTES OF lltE 20TH. REGtJLAlt MEETING OF THE COUNCIL HELD IN THE COIJNCIL
CHAMBERS ON MONllo\Y, NOVEMBER 2, 1970 AX 8:00 l'.M.
!'RESENT: Reeve E. Buck, Deputy Reeve W. Trent, Councillors Davis, Hal'ris,
Henderson, Miller, Si.ITinons and Stewart.
K. B. Rodger, Clerk, called the meeting to order and requested that the members
appoint a chaiTman for the meeting in the Mayor's absence.
Stewart: "Resolved that Reeve Buck take the Chair in the Mayor's absence."
Henderson:
CIIR1UED
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Davis:
Trent:
c-
"Resolved that the Minutes of October 13, 1970 be adopted as printec1
and circulated."
CARRl:ED
Deputy Reeve Trent ~1as exeused from the meeting in order to attend a Holland
Valley Conservation Authority meeting.
CORRESPONDENCE _.,.. __ . __
21-1 Department of Labour -Structural adequacy of arenas
(Information)
21-2 Toastmasters Club -Speech Contest
Stewart:
Miller:
"Resolved that request of the T~ftls of York Toastmaster's
Club be granted and that the week of March 15 to 21, 197l
be proclaimed "Toastlllasters Week" in Aurora. 11
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21.3 Armitage Construction -l'rices for Winter Season
(Referred to Works Comm. Town,Superintendent)
~4 Clerk of the leaee-Selectors of Juror's Report Received
(Xnfot"mation)
21-5 R, Gibson -Glass Drive, Concern re Easement
(Referred to Works Comm.)
21,.6 R, Black, Solicitor -Request for partial discharge of 1110rtgage
(Referred to Ftnspce Comm. and Solicitor)
21-7 Canadian Industries Ltd. • Quotation • Fertilizer
(Info~tion)
21-8 Department of Labour -Approval -Brafarm Investments
( Inform{ltion)
21.9 c. C. Johnston, Solicitor -Water Reservoir Site
(Information)
20TH. REGULAR MEETING -2-
CORRESPONDENCE CONT'D
21-10 Dept. of High~rays -Monthly Balance Sheet
(Information)
NOVEMBER 2, 1910.
21-11 Joe's Snack Service -Operate Mobile Catering Vehicle
(Referred to Police Comm.)
21-12 Department Financial & Commercial Affairs -Licencing of Lotteries
(Information)
21-13 Wimpey Homes Ltd. -Partial acceptance of above ground services requested
(Referred to Council in Comm.)
21-13A J. D. Reid & Assoc. -Above eround services -~limpey Subdivision
(Referred to Council in Committee)
21-14 Wimpey Homes Ltd. -Curb cut relocation
(Referred to Engineer)
21-15 Canada Guite Co. -Concrete Tank
(Information)
21-16 White Strip Construction Co. -Sunnybrook Subdivision Deficiencies
(Referred to Engineer)(Council in Committee)
, 21-17 Canadian Arthritis Society -Request for campaign
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Henderson: "Resolved that the Canadian Arthritis and Rheumatiem Society
Davis: be authorized to conduct a door to door campaign in aid of
the society between November 9th and 14th, 1970 in the Town
of Aurora."
CARRIED
21-18 York Engineering Ltd. -Cherr; Construction Ltd.
(Referred to Bldg. & Dev. Comm.)
21-19 York County Health Unit -One day discussion -Waste Management
Councillor Davia requested that the Clerk and Tolfll Superintendent and
Councillor Harris be authorized to attend the one-day discusoion on
Waste Management.
21-20 Dept. of Finance -Tax notice -Information request
(Information)
21-21 Holland Valley Authority -Minutes of l'leetings
(Information)
21-22 Ontario Water Resources -Works Seminar
(Referred to Water Comm.)
21-23 Ontario Water Resources -Oily taste in water
(Referred to Water Comm.)
20TH. REGTJLAR MEETThlG -3-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
CORRESPONDENCE CONT 1 D
21-24 Ontario Water Resources -Sewage Treatment
(Referred to Water Resources Comm., Engineer~ E. ~ McGregor)
21-25 Ontario Water Resources -Approval -Reservoir
(Referred to Water Resources Oomm., Engineer end Treasurer)
21-26 United Church of Canada -Lights -Perking Lot
(Referred to Police Comm.)
21-27 United Church of Canada -Condition of steps
(Referred to Works Comm.)
21-28 United Church of Canada -Request removal of tree
(Referred to Works Comm. and Councillor Harris)
21-29 McPherson & Binnington, Wood Sale to Am-Cal
(Referred to Solicitor)
21-30 McPherson & Binnington, Wood Sale to ~Cal
(Referred to Solicitor)
21-31 c. C. Johnston, Solicitor -Wood -~Cal
(Information)
21-32 J. D. Reid & Assoc. -Reconstruction Kennedy St. West
(Information)
21-33 J. D. Reid & Assoc. -Whitestrip Construction
(Referred to Council in Comm.)
21-34 A. E. Jubb, Building Inspector -Resume building permits
(Information)
21-35 Aurora Police Department -Taxi Licence Requested
Hiller: "Resolved that the application be approved and that a licence
Steuart: be granted to Mr. Glister to operate a taxi service in the Tm-m
o~ Aurora., 11
CARRIED
21-36 C. H. Duncan, Purchasing Agent -Rubber sno~1 plow blade
(Information)
21-37 C. H. Duncan, Purchasing Agent -Leaf. Equipment
(Referred to Works Comm.) ·
21-38 E. A. McGregor -Removal of limb of tree -99 Wellington St. East
(Referred to Councillor Harris)
21-39 E. A. McGregor -Complaint -I.; Rossi
(Information)
20TH. REGULAR MEETING -4-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
CORRESfONDENCE CONT' D
21-40 E. A. McGregor, Removal of Town Sweeper
(Referred to Work~ Comm.)
21-41 i. A. McGregor, Personnel
(Referred to Finance Comm.)
2l-4Z E. A. McGregor, Safety Equipment
(Referred to Works Comm.)
21-43 E. A. lkGregor, Dead Elm -Adjacent #62 Murray Drive
(Referred to O.H.C. and Information)
21-44 A. E. Jubb, ~uilding Inspector -Wimpey Homes
{Information)
21-45 A. E. Jubb, Building Inspector -Oroi Building
Simmons: "Resolved that the letter be received and filed."
Davis:
CARRIED
Councillor Simmons gave Notice of Motion to amend the Building By-Law to
incorporate a time limit on building permits validity.
21-46 C. Porter, Aurora Heights Dr., Thanks for "ork done
(Information)
21-47 C. H. Duncan, Deputy Clerk -Wayne Sweeper
(Referred to Works Comm.)
21-48 J. D. Reid & Assoc. -Reservoir
(Referred to Council in Comm.)
21-49 Aurora Planning Board -Minutes of Meeting
(Information)
21-50 Ontario Labour Relations Board-To inspect To~m's records
(Information)
21-51 Ontario Labour Relations Board -Acknowledsement of letter
(Information)
21-52 Ontario Labour Relations Board -Decision of Board re Examiner
(Information)
21-53 c. C. Johnston, Copy of letter to Labour Board
(Information)
Henderson:
Harris:
"Resolved that the correspondence be received and actioned as
recommended in the Clerk's report."
CARRIED
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20TII. REGULAR MEETING -5-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
DELEGATIONS
Mr. Ken Stiff presented his plans for a proposed hotel on the rear portion of
his property behind the LaColony Restaurant.
Simmons: "Resolved that the plans be referred to the Building and Development
Henderson: Committee for study and a report to Council."
CARRIED
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Works Committee Report No. 229
Councillor Davis presented a report of the Works Committee in which the Committee
respectfully submitted the following:
As authori~ed by Council the Works Committee obtained a price for the repairing
of the entrance ways to he Community Centre parking lot in an amount of $400.00
and work has been completed.
Davis: "Resolved that the report of the Works Committee, dated October 19,
Stewart~ 1970, re repairs to entrance ways at the Community Centre parking
lot in the amount of $400.00 be accepted and the Seal of the
Corporation be attached hereto."
CARRIED
Works Committee Report No. 230
Councillor Davis presented a report of the Works Committee in which the Committee
respectfully submitted the follo~nng:
A meeting of the Works Committee »as held on i1onday, October 26, 1970 at 0:00P.M.
to interview applicants for the position of mechanic.
Three (3) applicants were intervie~red by the members of the Works Committee
with Nr. E. A. McGregor, also in attendance.
The Committee reconnnends that l'lr. Douglas Ylaning.,ell be hired as a mechanic
for a six month probationary period at the recommended salary.
Davis:
Stewart:
"Resolved that the report of the Works Connnittee, dated October 29,
1970, number 230, re hiring of mechanic, be accepted and the Seal
of the Corporation be attached hereto."
Henderson: "Amendment: that the rep0-:t be tabled for consideration in Committee
Miller: of the Whole. 11
CARRIED
Works Committee Report No. 231
Councillor Davis presented a report of the Works Committee in which the Committee
respectfully submitted the following:
20TH. REGULAR MEETING -6-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
Works Committee Report No. 231 Cont'd
A meeting of the Works Collllllittee was held on Monday, October 26, 1970 at 8:00 P.M,
Present: Deputy Reeve Wm. Trent, Chairman; Vice Chairman Councillor Davis and
Councillor Stewart, Member; and also Town Superintendent E. A. McGregor.
The following matters "ere discussed:
1.-Stockpiling of Sand-Memo from E. A. McGregor
The Committee would like to report that the stock piling of winter sand and
salt is underway. Due to the increaoe in road ourfaces to be treated it is
necessary to prepare more material. The Superintendent informed the Committee
of a potential hazard. The distance between the hydro lines and the top of the
surface is too close for safety. The Superintendent has requeoted pennission
to rent a clam bucket to stock pile the material in another location. The Comm-
ittee gave permission to rent the machine for 16 hours at $18.00 per hour.
2. Specifications for Tractor
The Committee revie,-red the tender specs. for an industrial trc.ctor •·rith loader,
the-5~200 pick up truck, the 10,000 G.v.w., platform truck, the 27,500 G.V.W.
dump truck and the 160 h. p. grader. The Committee made minor corrections
and changes and would recommend that invitational bids as well us the normal
nelmpaper ads be let.
3. '--Complaint from Hiss Baldwin, Yonge and Mark Street, Drainage Problem
The Superintendent reports that work has been actioned to correct the situation.
The Committee recommends that the Clerk contact Miss Baldwin to ascertain if
she is satisfied with the results.
4.. Letter 19-80 from G •.. E •. Gomme, Minister of Highways
Letter from the Minister of Highways offering courses subsidized by the govern-
ment. Mr. McGregor informed the Committee that no one in the Works Department
wish to avail themselves of this opportunity. No action is therefore required.
5. Letter 18-34 from E. A. McGregor -Sewer· .. Back-up -47 Harrison Avenue
The problem has been actioned. No further action required by Council.
6. Letter from J. D. Reid, Town Eng~neer
The letter gives a summary of the "ork approved by the Department of High,vays
for 1970 as follows:
1. Yonge Street Connecting Link -$30,680.00
2. Machell Street Storm Sewer -$2,500.00
3. Edward Street holdback-$2,700.00
4. Glass Drive hold back $4,000.00
Sub total $39,880.00. The total amount approved for subsidy is $222,310.00.
This amount "as approved by the Department of Hieh.-.rays on September 17, 1970;
Letter 19-92.
20TH. REGULAR MEETING -7-NOVEMBER 2, 1970 •
. Works Connnittee Report No. 231 Cont'd
6. Cont'd
The amount of $180,930.00 remains to !tart work on Kennedy Street West. The
Connnittee is anxious to see this work started regardless of the lateness of the
yearo
Clauses 1 to 6 inclusive -Carried
Davis:
Stewart:
"Resolved that the Report of the Works Connnittec,, dated October 29,
1970, number 231, re several matters, be discussed item by item and
accepted."
CARRIED
Council in ·committee Report No._m
Councillor Henderson presented a report of the Council in Connnittee in ,,,hich the
Committeee respectfully submitted the foll~ting:
A meeting of the Council in Committee was held on Wednesday, October 28, 1970
at 8·:00 P.M.
Present were: Reeve E. Buck, Deputy Reeve Trent, Councillor Davis, Harris,
Henderson, Miller, Simmons & Stewart.
1. Water Reservoir:
(a) Reservoir Site
The Committee authorized Mr. J. D. Reid to meet Hith Wimpey Canada Ltd. to
obtain a letter of intent to sell t.!Je site to the To~m. The Cormnittee recommends
that if Mr. Reid is not successful in obtaining the letter of intent, that a
meeting of the Council in Committee and Wimpey Canada Ltd. be held on Honday,
November 2, 1970 at 7:00 P.M.
The Committee also recommends that the Engineer's recommendation be accepted
for the supply of the reservoir structure from Canada Gunite Ltd.
2. Water Improvement:
Mr. Reid advised the Committee that the contract documents for the silica
treatment of water to hold. the iron bacteria in suspension will be ready in
about twu to three ~;eeko and that the treatment could be in operation by some
time in March, 1971.
3. Kenn!ldy. Street West Reconstru~
The Committee recommends that the Engineer be authorized to call tenders
immediately for the reconstruction of Kennedy Street West.
20TH. REGULAR MEETING -8-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
Qouncil in 'Connnittee Report No. 232 Cont'd
4. Sunnybrook Subdivision, Phase ~
The Committee was advised that the Performance Bond, in the amount of $20,000.
of Whitestrip Construction Co. Ltd. is up for renewal on November 1, 1970 and
that the Company has completed most of be deficiency list in the subdivision.
The Committee reconnnends that Whitestrip Construction Co. Ltd. be required to
maintain the performance bond until the eficiency ~mrk is totally completed.
5. Evermore Investments
The Cornmi ttee met with l'ir. Brewin to discuss the proposal of Evermore Investments
for the development of an apartment building on the rear portion of the old
arena site. Nr. Bre,·rin advised that his client feels that his proposal for 52
suites is minimal for economic development of the site.
The Connnittee recommends that consideration be given for an increase in units
per acre density above the recommended 50 units per acres of the York County
Planning Office provided that certain controls ana conditions ,.,ere agreed to
and the s'igning of an agreement binding on the heirc, successors e.ncl assie;ns of
the O'Wnero
6. Hotel Proposal, 82 Yon&e. Stree.t. North
Mr. Clouter and Mr. Felcher presented more details on their proposal to build a
hotel on Yonge Street North, immediately south of the A. & P. Plaza. ~tr.
Clouter advised that it now appears possible for them to acquire additional
property to the rear of their site, and their architect has re-designed the
proposed building.
The Committee recommends that the Planning Board study and make recommendations
on the proposal.
7. ~ucation Equalization Factor
The Committee authorized the Clerk to make a formal appeal on the equalization
factor to the O.M.B.
8 •. The Commi~1;.,"-e reconnnends that the Clerk be authorized to write lYtr. McCord tha~.
it would favor'~ office building, part. of which could be occupied by Court
facilities, in the area of the War Memorial lands.
Clauses 1 to 8 inclusive -Carried
Henderson: "Resolved that Council in Committee Report No. 232, da,tecl October 28,
Sinnnons: 1970 re Various Matters be discussed item by item and accepted."
CARRIED
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20TH. REGULAR MEETING -9-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
CONSIDERATION OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN:
Sinnnons: "Resolved that in all subsequent subdivision agreements, this
Henderson: ·. Council will not accept conservation lands as part of ti1e five
per cent parks dedication by subdividers, and that the apartment
. levy on new apartments be reviewed, ~Tith consideration being
given to include a cpaital levy for parks development."
Simmons: 111lmendment: that the motion be tabled for consideration by Council
Henderson: in Cornmi ttee."
CARRIED
Fertilizer Tenders
Simmons: ''Whereas four quotations were received for the supply of twenty
Henderson: tons of 10-10-10 fertilizer, F.O.B. Aurora, preferable in two
shipments of ten tons each, as follows:
Bradford Fertilizer Co. Ltd. $53.90 per ton delivered as required
Canadien Industries Ltd. $55.00 per ton, delivered in one shipment
Canadian Tire Assoc. Store $52.90 per ton, delivered in one ship-
ment
¥~ple Farm Supply Ltd. $52.90 per ton, delivered in one shipment
·'And Whereas the Parks Department does not have sufficient storage
for b1enty tons in one shipment;
'Therefore be it resolved that the quotation of Bradford
Fertilizer Company Limited in the amount of $53.90 per ton with
delivery as required, be accepted and that the Seal of the
Corporation be attached hereto."
CARRIED
Full-time . Hiller: "Resolved that Council meet in Committee to discuss the
feasibility of having a full time Engineer on staff." Engineer Simmons:
Miller: '111lmendment: that Resolution be tabled for Council in Committee
Simmons: consideration."
Army Tank
for' Park
Playground
CARRIED
Miller: "Resolved that the Town make application to the
Simmons: appropriate officialo of the Federal Governraent to
obtain a surplus Sherman Tank."
l'liller: 111lmendment: that a special Committee composed of Councillors Davis,
Simmons: Miller and Simmons study the feasibility, availability and cost,
and all other pertinent facts of acquiring an army tank and report
to Council."
CARRIED
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20TH. REGULAR MEETING -10-NOVEMBER 2, 1970.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Fuel Oil Davis: "Whereas three tenders were received for the supply of No. 2
Tenders Simmons: Domestic Fuel Oil and the serVicing of heating equipment
for the various municipal buildings as follmrc:
Bert Rawlinson 16.4¢ per gal. $6.00 per service call,
parto extra.
Rogers Fuels Ltd. 16.6¢ per gal. $16.~5 per fernace per year
including parts & labour -Library $50.00
Taylor 1 s Fuels Ltd .. 16.,[:.¢ per gale Servicing included,
parts extra ..
'Therefore be it resolved that the Tender of Taylor's
Fuels (Aurora) Limited for the supply of No. 2 Domestic
Fuel Oil at the unit price of 16.4¢ per gallon, including
oervicing with parts e)ttra., be accepted and. that the Seal
of the Corporation be attached hereto."
CARRIED
D.H.O. Davis: "Resolved that the Council petition the Department of
Hieh,myc for interim payment of the StatutorJ Grant Subsidy 'Henderson:
under the High~<ay Improvement Act in the amount of
$95,564-.14 incurred from January 1st to September 30, 1970."
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
Harris:
Ste~Jart:
11 Be it resolved that a letter be sent to the Aurora Hydro Commission
requestins that a meetins in Committee be arranged bet\·reen the
Aurora Council and the Commission to discuss Hydro rates."
CARRIED
Reeve Buck gave Notice of Motion that Mayor's position should be full time.
Councillor Harris requested that a liotof unfinfu hed business be prepared for
all Committtees.
Miller: "Resolved thet the Council resolved itself into a Committee of the
Simmons: Whole to consider further Works Committee Report No. 230 11 (10:05P.M.)
CARRIED
Council reconvened at 10: 20 P .H.
Simmons:
Hiller:
"Resolved that Works Committee Report llo. 230 be referred back to
the Works .Committee for further consideration."
CARRIED
Miller: "Resolved that the meeting be adjourned." (10:25 P.M.)
CARRIED
MAYOR