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MINUTES - Council - 19850916MINUTES OF THE 16TH COUNCIL MEETING HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 AT 8:00P.M. Present Were: Mayor Illingworth, Councillors Barker, Buck, Jones, Paivio, N. Stewart and West. Councillor Ostick on vacation and Councillor E. Stewart at a convention. Mayor Illingworth on behalf of Counci 1 presented Deputy Treasurer Dorothy Wardle, with an oil painting for her 25 years of service to the Town. Councillor West presented Dorothy Wardle with a bouquet of roses. Mayor Illingworth advised Council members that an All Candidates meeting would be held on October 23, 1985 at Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School. Mayor Illingworth advised that Councillor Norm Stewart and Mr. Norm Perkins had arranged in less than a week, the Terry Fox Run in Aurora. The sum of $2,300.00 had been raised. West: Jones: Resolved that late correspondence # 16-85 and the Planning Report, be added to the Agenda. CARRIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST Councillor Jones declared a possible Conflict of Interest in accounts paid to Bank of Mont rea 1 due to spouse's employment with same and did not take part in or vote on any question in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such question. Councillor West declared a possible Conflict of Interest in accounts paid to Home Hardware due to monetary interest and did not take part in or vote on any question in this regard or attempt in any way to influence the voting on such question. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES Paivio: Barker: Resolved that the Council Minutes of the meetings held on August 28 and September 3, 1985 be adopted as printed and circulated. CARRIED PASSING OF ACCOUNTS Buck: Jones: Reso 1 ved that the following accounts in the tota 1 amount of $343,151.07 details of which are on file with the Treasurer's Office, be approved by the Mayor for payment and the Mayor issue orders on the Treasurer, for same, and the Sea 1 of the Corporation be attached hereto. General Fire Department Works Department Parks Department Community Buildings: Band Shell Parks Bldg. Community Centre: Building Canteen Leisure Services: Water Church St. Bldg. McMahon Park Victoria Hall 17.94 28.95 4,541.63 18.00 143.97 114.89 11.63 Accounts Paid Prior to Council CARRIED $ 12,171.09 2,746.05 18,856.33 3,831.13 46.89 4,559.63 1,062.62 270.49 1,553.80 298,053.04 COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 2 - PASSING OF ACCOUNTS West: Jones: Resolved that the following Capital Accounts in the total amount of $29,781.13, details of which are on file with the Treasury Offi.ce, be approved for payment and the Mayor issue orders on the Treasurer for same, and the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto. Administration I.B.M. Canada Scarboro Movers Capital Levy Ace-Comm York Public Libraries Industrial Park Strathy, Archibald Strathy, Archiblad Parks Reserve Bradford Fertilizer Ram Forest Products Vic Priestly Contracting Recreation Development Midway Disposals Midway Disposals Vehicle Replacement Frink Canada $ 3,258.15 6.50 695.50 16,344.25 764.38 449.80 1,070.00 989.75 1,240.50 195.00 177.00 4,590.30 CARRIED $ 3,264.55 $17,039.75 $ 1,214.18 $ 3,300.25 $ 372.00 $ 4,590.30 CORRESPONDENCE 16-1 Patricia Twiss, Aurora, Ontario re: Design of New Town Pool (TABLED) West: Resolved that this letter be received and acknowledged. Barker: CARRIED 16-2 Goodman and Carr, Barristers and Solicitors re: Phase I -66 Lots Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T84103 now known Plan 65M-2336 (Information, L. Allison, Wm.G. Walker) 16-3 Aurora General's Hockey Club re: Application for Ice Time (Ref. Leisure Services Committee, F.J. Horvath) 16-4 Osler, Hoskin and Harcourt, Barristers and Solicitors re: Mcleod purchase of the East Side of Moffat Crescent, Lot 64 (Information, Clerk to reply) 16-5 The Regional Municipality of York -Engineering re: Demolition of Aurora WPCP (Ref. Leisure Services Committee, F.J. Horvath) COUNCIL MEETING •.• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 3 - CORRESPONDENCE 16-6 Aurora Chamber of Commerce re: Membership Fee (Ref. Administration/Finance Committee) 16-7 The York Region Board of Education re: Proposed School Site - Lakeview Subdivision -Ministry File 19T-85019 (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-8 Carlo Alessandrini, Aurora, Ontario re: Greenbelt Area behind 38 Lanewood Drive (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-9 The Regional Municipality of York -Health re: Animal Rabies (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-10 R.J. Harrington memo to W. Benzies re: Mirkopoulos Property (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-11 Reid and Associates Limited re: Servicing of one (1) Industrial Lot, Industrial Parkway and Engelhard Drive -Project Number 1254 (Information) 16-12 Woolley, Dale and Dingwall, Barristers and Solicitors re: White purchase from Royal LePage - 4 Spyglass Court (Information, Clerk to reply) 16-13 Colin E. Guenther, Aurora, Ontario re: Parking Lot on Orchard Heights Boulevard 16-14 (Information) Johnson Controls re: Aurora Family Leisure Centre (Information, S.K. Jones, Councillor J. West) 16-15 The York Region Board of Education re: Education Forum: West: Jones: Attaining Excellence -October 17, 1985 (TABLED) Resolved that this letter be received. CARRIED 16-16 Ontario Rhythm Cloggers re: Second Canadian Clogging Festival (Ref. Administration/Finance Committee) 16-17 Sign-Up re: Lawn Signs for Election 16-18 (Information) Bryan Thomas and Associates Inc., Consulting Engineers re: Archerhill Investments Ltd., Block 37, Plan M-2012 (Information) 16-19 Association of Municipalities of Ontario re: Economic Development: The Municipal Perspective (Ref. Economic Development Committee) 16-20 Strathy, Archibald and Seagram, Barristers and Solicitors re: Parkway Trunk Sewer Easements (Information, L. Allison, Wm.G. Walker) 16-21 Weir and Foulds, Barristers and Solicitors re: Day purchase from Moreland, Part Lot 11 and 12, Plan 132, being Part 1 on Plan 65R-7768, Aurora (Information, R.J. Harrington to reply) COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 4 - CORRESPONDENCE 16-22 Ministry of Transportation and Communications re: Zoning By-Law Amendment, File Number Z-29-85, Part Lot 13, Concession 1 EYS (Information, S. Seibert) 16-23 Ministry of Transportation and Communications re: Zoning By-Law Amendment, File Number Z-26-85, Part Lot 79, Concession 1 WYS (Information, S. Seibert) 16-24 Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville re: Notice of Public Meeting for proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment (Z-19-85) (Information, s. Seibert) 16-25 Ministry of Transportation and Communications re: 1985 Interim Returns for Road and Bridge Expenditures (Information, Treasury, Wm.G. Walker) 16-26 Committee of Adjustment re: Submission A-11-85, Mr. Ken Mcisaac, Lot 22, Plan M1457, 30 Oak Court (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) 16-27 Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Public Hearing (Application Number B-9-85 -Gullo Enterprises Limited) 16-28 (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) Committee of Adjustment re: Submission A-11-85, Lot 22, Plan M1457 (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) 16-29 Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Public Hearing (Application Number B-7-85 -Clara Crawford) (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) 16-30 Committee of Adjustment re: Submission Number A-14-85, Kenneth G. Neale, Part of Lot 13, Plan 68, Town of Aurora (Information, Clerk to reply) 16-31 Committee of Adjustment re: Application for Consent-Number B-4-84 (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) 16-32 Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Public Hearing (Application Number B-8-85 -Lakeview Estates (Yonge-Aurora) Ltd. (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) 16-33 Committee of Adjustment re: Submission A-10-85, Mark West Development, Plan M-2215, Lot 25, 38 Devlin Place (Information, S. Seibert) 16-34 Mrs. L. Gail Dunk, Aurora, Ontario re: Sidewalk -Aurora Heights (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-35 Assessment Review Board re: Member's Hearing Notice ·(Information, Treasury) 16-36 Mr. and Mrs. G. Lawrence, Aurora, Ontario re: Fencing of Open Space Area behind 34 Lanewood Drive (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-37 Esso Petroleum Canada re: Federal .Excise Tax Change -Fuel Products (Information, S.K. Jones) COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 5 - CORRESPONDENCE 16-38 The Regional Municipality of York -Clerk re: Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-81087 (Information, S. Seibert) 16-39 Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Installation of Sidewalks on Lee Gate (Ref. Public Safety Committee) 16-40 Aurora Chamber of Commerce re: Aurora Hydro Customer Listings (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-41 Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Greenbelt Area -Heathwood Heights Drive (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-42 David W. Paisley, Livestock Valuer re: Report-August 28, 1985 (Ref. Administration/Finance Committee) 16-43 Ministry of External Relations re: African Famine Relief (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-44 Ministry of Agriculture and Food re: World Food Day (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-45 Town of Richmond Hill -Office of the Mayor re: United Way of York Region Fund Raising Campaign (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-46 Buck Mclarty, Aurora, Ontario re: Pedestrian Crosswalk - Wellington Street West (Ref. Public Safety Committee) 16-47 The York Region Board of Education re: Proposed School Site - Lakeview Subdivision (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-48 Stiver, Vale, Leek, Montheith, Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries re: Various Property Owners -Storm Damage (Information, Insurance) 16-49 S.K. Jones memo to Council in Committee re: Chamber of Commerce Information Trailer (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-50 Smith and Thompson Associates, Barristers and Solicitors re: 15 McDonald Drive, Aurora, Ontario (Ref. Council in Committee, Solicitor) 16-51 Aurora Fire Department re: Activity Report -August 1985 (Ref. Public Safety Committee) 16-52 Committee of Adjustment re: Submission B-13-85, Dical Investments Ltd., Lots 11 and 12, Part 1 and 2, Plan 65R-2782, Leslie Street, Town of Aurora (Information, Clerk to reply) 16-53 Ministry of Transportation and Communications re: Zoning By-Law 16-54 Amendment, File Number Z-30-85, Lots 79 -82, R.P. 30 (Information, S. Seibert) The York Region Roman Catholic Separate School Board re: By-Laws Numbers 2768-85 and 2769-85 (Information, S. Seibert) COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 6 - CORRESPONDENCE 16-55 The Regional Municipality of York -Health re: By-Law Number 2772-85, Lot 66, Plan M-64, Lot 37 and Lots 330 -336, Plan 475 (Information, S. Seibert) 16-56 The Regional Municipality of York -Health re: File Z-29-85, D.S. Mills, 71 Yonge Street North at Maple (Information, S. Seibert) 16-57 The Regional Municipality of York -Health re: File Z-30-85, Dr. Steven A. Armata, Lots 79, 80, 81, 82, Concession 1 (Information, S. Seibert) 16-58 The Regional Municipality of York -Health re: File Z-26-85, Graham, Tarkalas, DiPede, Trustees, Part Lot 79, Concession 1 WYS (Information, S. Seibert) 16-59 South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority re: Plan of Subdivision 19T -84013, Aurora Highlands, Phase VII, Blocks 1, 2 and 3, Plan M-2036, Draft Plan Lots 23 -49 and 94-172 (Lots 1 -27, Gradin~ Plan Number 5 {W) and Lots 1 -79, Grading Plan Number 6 (SJ (Aurora Highlands) (Information, S. Seibert, L. Allison) 16-60 Bruce and Joy Cowan, Scarborough, Ontario re: Information on Aurora (Information, Clerk to reply) 16-61 Ernst and Whinney Inc., Trustee re: Bankruptcy-Garry Keith Strong (Information, Treasury) 16-62 Town of Newmarket re: Proposed Amendments (Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert) 16-63 The Regional Municipality of York -Planning re: Proposed Plan of Subdivision, Part Lot 84, Concession 1 WYS, 19T-85011 (Information, S. Seibert) 16-64 Aiken, Capp, Barristers and Solicitors re: IONA Corporation (Tamarac Subdivision) (Information, L. Allison, Wm.G. Walker) 16-65 Aiken, Capp, Barristers and Solicitors re: IONA Corporation (Tamarac Subdivision) (Information, L. Allison) 16-66 Strathy, Archibald and Seagram, Barristers and Solicitors re: Town of Aurora By-Law Number 2676-84 (Information, L. Allison, K. McFarlane) 16-67 McMillan, Binch, Barristers and Solicitors re: Revised Easement 16-68 -Aurora Highland Subdivision Lots 47 and 48 -19T-78078 (Information, Wm.G. Walker, L. Allison) Aiken, Capp, Barristers and Solicitors re: IONA Corporation (Tamarac Subdivision) (Information, Wm.G. Walker, L. Allison) 16-69 Derek Willis and Associates Limited, Planning Consultants re: Proposed Amendment to By-Law Number 2213-78 (Granada Investments Limited -Apartments west side Yonge Street and north side of Golf Links Drive-Aurora Highlands Golf Course) (Information, S, Seibert) COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 7 - CORRESPONDENCE 16-70 Wm.G. Walker memo to C.E. Gowan re: Boulevard Maintenance By-Law (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-71 Ministry of Transportation and Communications re: Pedestrian Crossovers (Ref. Public Safety Committee) 16-72 F. Meggitt, Aurora, Ontario re: Road Washer (Information, Wm.G. Walker to reply) 16-73 Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Fences and Sewage (Tamarac Developments) 16-74 . (TABLED, DELEGATIONS) Strathy, Archibald and Seagram, Barristers and Solicitors re: Town of Aurora purchase from Spectrum Limited, Part of Lot 80, Concession 1, Aurora (Information, Treasury) 16-75 Office of the Fire Marshal re: Fire Responses by Property Category (Aurora) (Ref. Public Safety Committee-September 10, 1985) 16-76 Ministry of the Solicitor General re: Guidelines for Preparation of Fire Safety Plans for Office Buildings 16-77 West: Buck: (Ref. Public Safety Committee -September 10, 1985) Technical Committee memo to Mayor and Members of Council re: Archerhill Investments Inc., Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-82039 (TABLED) Resolved that the Clerk-Administrator .arrange a meeting with Archerhill Investments this week to discuss this matter. If Archerhill does not reply in the affirmative, Council will withdraw all support to the proposed Archerhill Subdivision. CARRIED 16-78 Technical Committee memo to Mayor and Members of Council re: Proposed Pedestrian Crossing, C.N. Rail, Mileage 30.7 plus/minus (TABLED, RESOLUTIONS) 16-79 Technical Committee memo to Mayor and Members of Council re: Upper and Lower Pressure Zone Valving (TABLED, LATE RESOLUTIONS, to be submitted September 16, 1985) 16-80 Reid and Associates Limited re: Bathurst Street Trunk Watermain -Project Number 1201 (TABLED, RESOLUTIONS) 16-81 John M. Insley memo to C.E. Gowan re: "A" Signs and Resolution of Council (Ref. Council in Committee) 16-82 Reid and Associates Limited re: Reconstruction of Dunning Avenue -Project Number 1184 (Ref. Council in Committee in Camera) COUNCIL MEETING •.. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 8 - CORRESPONDENCE 16-83 Sax, Greenblatt, Barristers and Solicitors re: Corridor Enterprises Inc. sale to Cambria Developments Ltd., Phase 2, Lots 69 -102, Plan 65M-2281, Town of Aurora 16-84 West: Buck: (TABLED, RESOLUTIONS) K.B. Rodger memo to Mayor and Members of Council re: Letter # 16-83 -Sax, Greenblatt -Corridor Developments/Cambria Developments (TABLED) Resolved that permission is hereby given to Anton Kikas, to construct the watermain along Henderson Drive from McClenny Drive to Bathurst Street. Corridor Investments Limited to be notified a 11 commitments and obligations to them are hereby cancelled. CARRIED 16-85 N. Weller memo to C.E. Gowan re: Leave of Absence (TABLED) West: Resolved that an unpaid leave of absence be granted to Norman Buck: Weller from October 21 to November 12, 1985. CARRIED 16-86 Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Fencing -Devlin Place (TABLED) West: Resolved that this item be referred to Council in Committee Buck: Report # 102 on the Agenda. CARRIED 16-87 Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Sewage Pipe and Fencing (TABLED) West: Resolved that this item be referred to Council in Committee Buck: Report # 102 on the Agenda. CARRIED 16-88 S.K. Jones memo to K.B. Rodger re: Status of Arena Boards Renovation at Community Centre (TABLED, UNFINISHED BUSINESS) Jones: Resolved that the Clerk's Report be dealt with as outlined. Barker: CARRIED DELEGATIONS 1. Letter # 16-73 -Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Fences and Sewage - Tamarac Developments Mr. J. Robertson, 58 Devlin Place addressed Council on behalf of residents in the area regarding the following: 1. Sewage Pipe proposed to run through ravine bordered by Seaton Drive, Teasdale Court, Murray Drive and Devlin Place. 2. Fencing -to be erected on properties bordering on town property. ' -.. ,. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 - 9 - DELEGATIONS 1. Letter # 16-73 -Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Fences and Sewage - Tamarac Developments (continued) Mr. Robertson requested Council's consideration in having route if proposed sewage pipe changed and then to delete any plans of town fencing in this area. West: Resolved that this matter be referred to Unfinished Business N. Stewart: on the Agenda. CARRIED REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Councillor West in the Chair. Report# 98-Operational Review Steering Committee .•• Various Matters The Committee respectfully submits the following: Meetings of the Operational Review Steering Committee was held on Tuesday, September 3, 1985 at 3:00 p.m. and Thursday, September 5, 1985 at 9:00 a.m. Present Were: Mayor Dick Illingworth and Councillor Earl Stewart. Councillor John West sent regrets. Councillor Richard Barker was in attendance. A. BACKGROUND Item B.1 of Administration and Finance Committee Report # 89 which was adopted by Council on August 19, 1985 is as follows: "The Committee reviewed the various discussions and the resolution adopted by Council on July 15, 1985 and recommends as follows: (a) That the Purchasing Co-Ordinator obtain a list of Consultants with expertise in this field, and they be invited to submit a proposal, with estimated costs, based on guidelines to be approved by Council. (b) That the Administration and Finance Committee act as a Steering Committee to review the proposals as received and select 3 - 4 proposals for a short list. (c) That the Steering Committee interview representatives from the firms listed on the short list and submit recommendations to Council for approval." The Purchasing Co-Ordinator wrote to the following firms: Woods-Gordon Marfleet Associates William M. Mercer Ltd. Ernst and Whinney Touche Ross Eric Hardy and Associates ORC Canada J.F. Mclean and Associates Wm. Robson and Associates Peter Barnard and Associates Thorne Stevenson Kellogg "The Town of Aurora wishes to undertake an operation review of a 11 Town Departments and their methods of operation. We would like to ascertain your interest in working with us on this project." Please reply, with some information on your firm's experience in this type of endeavour, on or before August 30, 1985. /.-,. COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -10 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Review Steeri no Committee Replies were received from the following firms: Eric Hardy Consulting Limited William Robson and Associates Limited Thorne Stevenson and Kellogg Management Consultants Woods Gordon Management Consultants Peter Barnard Associates F.J. McLean and Associates B. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1985 Various Matters The Committee reviewed the six proposals received and selected the following for interviews: Thorne, Stevenson and Kellogg Woods Gordon F.J. McLean and Associates C. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 1985 (a) 9:00a.m. (b) 10:00 a.m. (c) 11:00 a.m. P. Stuart Aikman, Thorne Stevenson and Kellogg Anthony Grant, Woods Gordon F.J. McLean, F.J. McLean and Associates The Committee discussed suggested terms of reference for the review, municipal experience of the Consultants and general background and philosphy of the review. It was generally agreed that the Consultants would submit their proposals in two phases: (i) Phase One: Initial Survey of all Departments with a preliminary feedback on findings. This will include a cost estimate for Phase One. (ii) Phase Two: Detailed Study of recommended departments or functions, with a review of findings with department management and preparation of draft and fi na 1 report. cost for Phase Two will vary depending on the number of departments or functions to be reviewed in detail. Written proposals are to be received by Wednesday, September 18, 1985. The Steering Committee will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 19, 1985 to review and submit recommendations to Co unci 1 on Monday, October 7, 1985. Illingworth: Resolved that Operational Review Steering Committee Report# Barker: 98 dated September 3 and 5, 1985 be discussed item by item and accepted. CARRIED COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -11 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 99-Administration and Finance Committee •.. Various Matters The Committee respectfully submits the following: A meeting of the Administration and Finance Committee was held on Monday, September 9, 1985 at 3:00 p.m. Present Were: Mayor Dick Illingworth and Councillor Earl Stewart. Councillor John West sent regrets. Councillor Richard Barker and Treasurer Kelly Cerswell were in attendance. A. CORRESPONDENCE 1. Letter # 15-3 -Regional CAO re: Disaster Policy The Regional Municipality of York is presently reviewing policy with respect to monetary donations to those areas which have experienced natural dis.aster, e.g. flooding, tornadoes, fire, etc. Area municipalities have been requested to advise the region as to local policy and procedures. The Committee recommends that the Region be advised that the Town does not have a policy and usually considers each request on its own merits, but as this could lead to duplication of grants from public funds that the Region assume the responsibility for such grants. 2. Letter # 15-11 -Aurora Chamber of Commerce Appointment re: Councillor The Chamber of Commerce is requesting the appointment of a Councillor who will attend regular monthly Executive meetings of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber suggests that the . se 1 ecti on be based on regular attendance and that the Councillor selected understands that he or she is a non-voting member and acts as an observer. The Committee recommends that Council approve of the appointment in principle and that the selection be made following the November 12, 1985 election. 3. Letter # 15-13 -SLSCA re: Staff Te 1 ephone Techni gues Educati ona 1 Seminar Seneca College has agreed to provide an instructor for a seminar on "Telephone Techniques" in October. Registration is $100 or less depending upon the total number of participants and September 3, 1985 is the date set for replies. The Committee is of the opinion that Town staff display good telephone techniques and recommends that no action be taken at this time. 4. Letters # 15-53 and 16-42 -Live Stock Valuer Report The Live Stock Valuer has submitted a claim for $100 for flock damage on three lambs with notice that a subsequent report will be submitted if the lambs didn't recover. The subsequent claim is for $171.00 which includes $150.00 for the lamb and $21.00 for the fee for the veterinarian. The other two lambs recovered. · The initial report states: COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -12 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report # 99 -Administration and Finance Committee . . • Various Matters (continued) "Flock was attacked Sunday evening around 8 - 9 o'clock in pasture field. Owner heard dogs barking and went to check. Found dog had sheep cornered in fie 1 d and can te 11 whose dog it was because dog killed a goose several weeks before. Owner of dog has been warned about dog doing damage." The Committee recommends as follows: (a) That the total claim of $171.00 be paid, and (b) That the Live Stock Valuer be requested to advise the Town as to the owner of the dog so that recovery action can be taken, if possible. 5. Letter #16-6 -Aurora Chamber of Commerce re: 1985/6 The membership fee for the Aurora Chamber of Commerce is $150,00 for the period July 1985 to July 1986. The Committee recommends that the fee of $150 be paid and charged to Account #100-46. The balance in the account as of July 31, 1985 is $35.05 so that a deficit balance will result. 6. Letter # 16-16 -Ontario Rhythm Clogger·s re: Clogging Festival The Ontario Rhythm Cloggers have been an attraction at the Aurora July First festivities for the past few years. The First Canadian Clogging Festival took place in Cambridge recently with registered participants ranging from New Glasgow, Nova Scotia to Winnipeg, Manitoba, as well as from a number of North Eastern States. The Ontario Rhythm Cloggers are interested in holding the 2nd Canadian Clogging Festival in Aurora in August 1986. They wish to make a presentation to Council, either verbally or in writing, and request consideration of the following: "An adjustment in the daily rental rate of the main arena facility from the present $350.00 per day charge. "Consideration of including the Auditorium facility within the rental agreement to permit the addition of Beginner's classes to the Festival. This would permit much greater participation, possibly including interested spectators. "Discussion of ways that the Town of Aurora can become involved in this event to our mutual benefit." The Committee be 1 i eves that such an event would be an asset to Aurora and recommends as follows: (a) That the Ontario Rhythm Cloggers be invited to make a presentation to Council, either verbally or in writing. (b) That in 1 ieu of an adjustment in the daily rate for the Community Centre, that a grant of 50 percent of the rental rate be made up to a total of $500 be made available. (c) That every effort be made to promote the Festival to the mutual benefit of all concerned. ' COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -13 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES and Finance Committee ••• Various Matters B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Child Find Ontario Limited Following the presentation of Mrs. Dodds to Council on September 3, 1985, the question of space and photocopying facilities was referred to the Administration and Finance Committee. While the Committee agrees that the work of Child Find is most commendable, it is recommended that the organization be advised that we are unable to provide space or photocopying facilities as to do so would entitle all orther organizations to request similar rights. 2. Aurora Soccer Club/Funding of Alliance Park Item 5 (c) of Administration and Finance Committee Report # 97 as approved by Council on October 15, 1984 is as follows: "That the Town will provide a matching loan on a dollar-to-dollar basis up to $10,000 for grading and sodding in 1984 on receipt of a firm tender price from the Aurora Soccer Club. Such loan to be paid back by the Soccer Club on a mutually agreeable basis, for a term not exceeding five (5) years." The Soccer Club repaid $2,000 on May 28, 1985, leaving a balance of $8,000. The Committee recommends that the terms of repayment be as follows: 3. Cash Register/Community Centre Reference is made to item D.4 of Leisure Services· Committee Report # 15 which was adopted by Council on February 16, 1985 as follows: "The Committee recommended that the Director of Lei sure Services implement the use of cash registers for a three month trial period in the canteen and that an alternate staffing method report be prepared for the next Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting." On August 13, 1985, the Director of Leisure Services advised the Committee as follows: "The Town Treasurer and myse 1 f met a sales representative from Keystone Cash Register to discuss possible registers that would satisfy our requirements, The company does not pro vi de registers for 1 ease. To purchase a machine that is capable of programming up to 55 items, would cost approximately $1,095.00. Maintenance would run $145.00 per year. There is a six month warranty on labour and materials. As the Purchasing Co-Ordinator was not involved in the negotiations and as only one firm was involved, the Committee recommends that the Purchasing Co-Ordinator and Director of Leisure Services investigate the possibilities of rental or lease as originally authorized by Council. \.,, COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -14 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 99-Administration and Finance Committee ••• Various Matters 4. Street Light Maintenance 5. Tenders for Street Light Maintenance have been received by the Purchasing Co-Ordinator and are currently being reviewed by Aurora Hydro. The Committee recommends that a report and recommendation be made available for Council on September 16, 1985. Salary/Committee of Adjustment As the recommendation of the Committee dealt with personnel, a separate report is submitted for an "in camera" discussion. 6. Supplementary Assessment 1985 Supplementary Assessments for 1985 to August 16, 1985 are as follows: Residential Commercial Business Tota 1 .•• $5,165,667 1,596,685 906,050 $7,668,402 This increases 1985 taxable assessment to $186,471,989 or 4.5%. The attendant supplementary tax bills are: Public School Separate School High School Region General Municipal Tota 1 .•. $118,833.46 19,583.94 109,658.46 77,580.46 112,406.38 $438,062.70 The Committee recommends that this item be received as information. 7. 496A and Penalties Cancellation The Committee is concerned about the number and amount of 496A and penalties written off during the year to date. The Committee recommends that the Treasurer prepare a brief summary of the write offs to date, with reasons, if known, and any suggestions as to corrective action. 8. Financing of Barrier/Reuben Street Item B.6 of Council in Committee Report # 92, which was adopted by Council on August 19, 1985 is as follows: "Public Works staff are to be directed to have the guardrail installed with the question of funding referred to the Administration and Finance Committee for a recommendation." The Committee was advised that the hedge in question is on Town property and requests clarification prior to making a recommendation. Also, the Committee requires an estimated cost from the Works Department. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -15 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report # 99 -Administration and Finance Committee ... Various Matters (continued) C. NEW BUSINESS 1. Christmas Lights and Trees 1985 The Committee recommends that the Purchasing Co-Ordinator obtain prices as soon as possible and to meet with the Chamber of Commerce and BIA as to possible involvement. 2. Municipal Finance Course The Society of Management Accountants of Ontario and the Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario sponsor a Municipal Finance Course. Sections of this course include Budgeting and Capital Budgeting. The Treasurer advises that her previous experience with Budgeting has been as an auditor and advisory rather than as a Treasurer. The course fee is $325.00 and this was not included in the 1985 Budget. The Committee recommends that the course be approved and the cost charged to Account 1200-48 which will be in a deficit position. The meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m. Item A.1 -B.7 CARRIED I tern B. 8 AMENDMENT Jones: Resolved that the cost of the barrier be obtained for the next N. Stewart: Council in Committee meeting. CARRIED Item B.8 CARRIED AS AMENDED Item C.1 CARRIED _ C.2 Illingworth: Resolved that Administration and Finance Committee Report # 99 Barker: dated September 9, 1985 be discussed item by item and accepted as amended. CARRIED Mayor Illingworth in the Chair. Conservation Advisorv Committee (Aurora The Committee respectfully submits the following: A meeting of the Aurora Heritage Committee was held on August 27, 1985 at the Administrative Centre at 7:30 p.m. Present Were: Leslie Oliver and Gerry Copley. ·~~---· COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -16 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 100 -Local Architectural Conservation Advisorv Committee 1. Correspondence A letter was received from Ms. Janet Mcintyre tabling her resignation as researcher for the Committee for personal reasons. Her resignation was received with regrets. The Vice-Chairman expressed the appreciation of the Committee for Janet's contribution over the past year. This appreciation will be communicated to her by the Chairman. 2. Review of Committee Progress and Direction, 1985 L. Oliver reported that K. Anderson will be able to undertake additional work assignments during the fall months in addition to completing the research program now underway. Detailed arrangements will be worked out by G. Copley and L. Oliver working with Kathryn. A report will be available for the September meeting. Names of individuals with possible interest in joining the Committee were noted. Replacements for those members whose term of office is up at the end of the year will be discussed further at the September meeting. Options for ensuring continuity in the work of the Committee and in securing professional research services on an ongoing basis were also discussed. The Vice-Chairman and G. Copley will explore feasible options and make a report for consideration of the Committee at its next meeting. 3. Plaguing Program It was agreed that S. McCasey will take the lead in ensuring that plaques are installed on schedule following full consultation with recepi ents. G. Copley will make arrangements for the tour and promotion. L. OlJver will work with K. Anderson to develop text material for promotion and for commemorative materials. G. Copley will work with S. McCasey to assist in co-ordinating installation of plaques prior to the event, September 22. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. Buck: Resolved that L.A.C.A.C. (Aurora Heritage Committee) Report # West: 100 dated August 27, 1985 be discussed item by item and accepted. CARRIED Report# 101 -Public Safety Committee Various Matters The Committee respectfully submits the following: A meeting was held on Tuesday, September 10, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. in Committee Room One. Present Were: Councillor Tim Jones and Fire Chief Stu .Wilson. Regrets From: Councillor Martin Paivio. COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -17 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 101 -Public Safety Committee ... Various Matters (continued) A. DELEGATION 1. Mr. K. Wehrenberg re: Trail System Mr. Wehrenberg described the types of trails he envisioned in the proposed network. They would include Nature Type trails, accessible for family outings, and older people, also some for bicycles and trails of a more rugged nature for hiking. The Safety Committee had expressed its concern over liability in a previous report to which Mr. Wehrenberg provided the Chairman with a copy of "Property Protection and Outdoor Opportunities Guide" to the Occupiers' Liability Act, 1980. As trails are i dent i fi ed and prior to work commencing it is recommended that the Safety Committee receive a copy of the trail system for comment. Safety considerations would include: Signage Curb preparation for when trails cross roadways Road markings if required. It is further recommended that plans for trail implementation be referred to the Town's insurers for comments relative to public land use. B. CORRESPONDENCE 1. Letter# 15-68 -Regional Municipality of York re: "911" The Chief advised that he will be attending a task force meeting regarding "911" on September 26. 2. Letter # 16-39 -Ian and Betty Chappell re: Lee Gate Petition It is recommended that since this area is still under construction, this matter be referred to the Safety Plan to be undertaken by the Town for proper assessment and comparison to other Town situations. 3. Letter # 16-46 -Buck Mclarty re: Wellington West Crosswalk It is recommended that staff report on the telephone pole proximity to the crosswalk and recommend appropriate action to the Committee, October 1. 4. Letter # 16-71 -Ministry of Transportation and Communications - Crosswalk We are advised that with the new government in place in the Province, a review towards standardization of crosswalks is continuing. The current review indicates a need for standard size signs, fewer locations for crosswalks to elevate their profile, and a standard colour for the signs with standard interior illumination. At this point, it is also felt that the point and walk system should be the only intention of use indication. . The Committee has made previous comments and it is recommended that the following comments be forwarded to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications regarding this updated status on crosswalks: (a) That it is felt that more severe consequences should be assessed to the driver who fails to stop at a crosswalk thus hopefully increasing the attention of drivers in general to crosswalks. COUNCIL. MEETING ... MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -18 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 101-Public Safety Committee ... Various Matters (continued) (b) That it is felt that the point/walk system is not totally reliable on its own, especially when people aren't looking, run out or point to quickly. It is recommended that further study be given to increasing the responsibility of the pedestrian to signal properly at a crosswalk and further review be given to methods that the pedestrian can use to alert the motorist of their intention to use a crosswalk. This emphasis on both the driver and the pedestrian is recommended towards sharing the crosswalk use responsibility and making this sutation an even safer method of streetcrossing. 5. Letter # 15-72 -Regional Municipality of York Heights/Yonge Street re: Orchard The Chairman notes with some concern that since January 1984 there have been 19 recorded accidents at this intersection, 12 in 1984 and 7 up to July 7 in 1985. These accidents have included two (2) in 1985 where fatalities occurred. The Region further advises that they are preparing a report which will, the Chairman hopes, include recommendations about lowering the speed limit in this area. It is recommended that the Region forward a copy of their report to the Safety Committee when complete. 6. Letter # 16-34 -G. Dunk re: Sidewalk -Aurora Heights Drive The Chairman recommends that a sidewalk be constructed as soon as possible on Aurora Heights Drive between Bigwin and Laurentide on the north side to enable school children to access the crosswalk at Tecumseh. The Chairman has spoken to the Treasurer who indicates that the Capital Reserve would be the appropriate reserve fund to draw upon, and that he has a 1 so spoken with the Director of Works who will price this job for September 11 Council in Committee. The last estimate we had was for $12,000. It is hoped this work can be completed by our own forces or by reconstruction companies working on Dunning. C. OTHER BUSINESS 1. Mayor's Memo dated August 6, 1985 re: Brookland Avenue After viewing this location and after discussion with the Fire Chief, a resident of Brookland Avenue at this location, it is recommended that two (2) "Sharp Curve Ahead" signs be erected on Brookland at an appropriate distance from the curve for traffic travelling west and south. It is further recommended that the Yield sign 1 ocated at the "T" intersection of Fairway Drive and Brookland be replaced by a stop sign. Although the law compels people to stop at a Yield sign, it is not being obeyed, and it is felt that a stop at this intersection will encourage motorists to stop. 2. Child Find The Chairman would recommend that the Town of Aurora fully endorse the concept and action of Child Find. This would include the use of various public bulletin boards for the posting of current Child Find notices, and an open communication with Child Find, through the Safety Committee if Council so wishes, to investigate other potential areas of co-operation. The Chairman further reports that he has approached the Chamber of Commerce in order to establish communications between the Chamber and Child Find for the purpose of investigating possible office space. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -19 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 101-Public Safety Committee ••• Various Matters (continued) 3. Terms of Reference -Safety Plan The Chairman is concerned about the time it has taken to po 1 ish the terms of reference to the point where tenders can be called and the job started. Over the past two (2) months it is noted that a number of areas have been referred to this study for specific comment. To be added at this time are Lee Gate/Henderson, the trails network system and concerns about Kennedy Street that the Chairman has received lately over the phone. It is strongly recommended that the terms of reference be completed by Wedensday, September 15 for Council in Committee review, after which tenders will be called. It is further hoped that the study will be complete prior to 1986 budget setting to enable priority recommendations to be budgeted for action. 4. Golf Links Drive The Chairman has received a number of calls from residents living on Golf Links Drive. Given the narrow and curving nature of Golf Links and after a visual inspection of the area, the Chairman would identify the following concerns with the following recommendation: (a) Speeding It appears that for a variety of reasons, many more cars are using Golf Links Drive as a route between Yonge and Murray Drive. Cars have been recently seen to be far exceeding the 50k speed limit and the Po 1 ice have been called on a number of occasions to set up radar. Within no time, cars are apprehended every time radar is set up. It is recommended that with consideration to the narrowness of the road, parking on one side and the curves, the speed limit be reduced to 40k. (b) School Buses Buses have been using Golf Links as a route between schoo 1 s, and have been noted to be speeding. In one day 18 buses were seen using Golf Links while only 1 bus stopped to pick someone up. It is recommended that the Board of Education be contacted and as ked to advise the bus companies of our concern with speeding and the excessive use of Golf Links Drive. (c) Trucks Many Cement and Tandem type trucks have been seen using Golf Links. On visual inspection, one just has to look at the mud and tracks on the road to confirm this. Golf Links width and curves are not conducive to this type of traffic and it is recommended that staff contact the developers and the Dunning Street reconstruction company and suggest more appropriate alternate routes. COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -20 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 101-Public Safety Committee •.• Various Matters (continued) 5. Banff/Orchard Heights Crosswalk -Mr. D. Bowles The Chairman received a call from Mr. Bowles who indicated his concern with the access in the wintertime to the crosswa 1 k at Banff and Orchard Heights. Currently there are two wide grass spaces between the sidewalk and the road where the crosswalks are located. It is recommended that with consid,eration to walk through use as well as making snow clearing easier for children to use the crosswalk, that cement pads be located in the grass portion to unify the crosswa 1 k and the si dewa 1 k. This could probably be accomplished at the same time a sidewalk is installed at Aurora Heights (if approved) or Dunning. 6. 41 George Street-Unistone Sidewalk The Chairman received a call expressing concern on behalf of the Town should any person trip while using the unistone portion of the sidewalk at this location. The Chairman has spoken with the Director of Works who will correct the situation. 7. Jaws of Life The Chairman reports that this equipment was used for the first time in an emergency situation on August 15 and it worked up to our full expectation. It is further noted that Captain Cowie will be going on an advanced extrication course at the Ontario Fire College in October. 8. Ambulance Status The Chief reports that he has been waiting to hear from the Ministry of Health to review Ambulance location potential. 9. Training Manual The Chairman is pleased to report that this manual, which has been a long time in preparation, will be copied and ready for Department staff in about a week. 10. Volunteer Fire Fighter Interviews The Chairman reports that there are currently five (5) applicants being interviewed for vacancies in the volunteer complement. Applications include some from existing Town staff. 11. Muscular Dystrophy The Chairman is p 1 eased to report that members of the Aurora Fire Department raised approximately $6,200 over Friday evening and Saturday, September 6 and 7. The Chairman commends the Department for their efforts. 12. Part Time Secretary for the Fire Department Applications have been received for this position. It is recommended that the interview process be expedited towards filling this position as soon as possible. 13. Deputy Chief It is recommended, now that this position has been filled, that the appropriate by-law be prepared. COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -21 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 101-Public Safety Committee ... Various Matters (continued) D. RECEIVED AS INFORMATION 1. Letter # 16-51 -August Fire Report 2. Letter # 16-75 -Office of the Fire Marshal re: Fire Responses January to June 1985 3. Letter # 16-76 -Ministry of the Solicitor General re: Safety Plan Guidelines for Office Buildings The next meeting of this Committee is October 1, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. The Chairman requests that all members be called and reminded of this meeting. Item A.1 -C.3 CARRIED Item C.4(a) AMENDMENT N. Stewart: Resolved that this item be referred back to Public Safety West: Committee and staff be directed to obtain number of speeders on Golf Links Drive. Item C.4(a) CARRIED AS AMENDED Item C.4(b) AMENDMENT CARRIED Jones: Resolved that the York Region Board of Education be requested Barker: to advise how many school buses that use Golf Links Drive pick up children. Item C.4(b) CARRIED AS AMENDED Item C.4(c) -D.3 CARRIED CARRIED Jones: Resolved that Chairman -Public Safety Committee Report# 101 N. Stewart: dated September 10, 1985 be discussed item by item and accepted as amended. Report# 102-Council in Committee ••• Various Matters The Committee respectfully submits the following: A meeting of Council in Committee was held on Wednesday, September 11, 1985 at 7:30 p.m. Present Were: Mayor Illingworth, Councillor Barker, Buck, Jones, Paivio, E. Stewart and West. Councillor N. Stewart had a business commitment, Councillor L. Ostick on vacation. A. CORRESPONDENCE ~ COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -22 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 102-Council in Committee ••. Various Matters (continued) 1. Letter # 16-7 -York Region Board of Education re: Proposed School Site -Lakeview Subdivision The Committee discussed this matter at length and recommends that the Clerk-Administrator be authorized to notify Markborough Ltd., that if an extension of time to purchase school site is not granted to the York County Board of Education, Counci 1 wi 11 pick up the Option and ho 1 d it for the Board. Further if 1 and is not needed for a schoo 1 site it wi 11 revert back to parkland. 2. Letter #16-8 -C. A 1 essandri ni re: Property Fence, Letter # 16-36 - Mr. and Mrs. G. Lawrence re: Property Fence and Letter # 16-41 - Citizen Petition re: Property Fence Council in Committee directs that a letter be forwarded to Lakeview requesting explanations as to why the following matters were not adhered to as per the Subdivision Agreement: Schedule F.3 1. Fencing. 2. The Agreement of Purchase and Sa 1 e to contain c 1 a use stating fence is to be erected within time limits referred to in the Subdivision Agreement. Residents are to be sent a copy of letter and section of pertinent Subdivision Agreement. Lakeview to have the fence erected immediately. 3. Letter # 16-9 -Regional Medical Officer of Health re: Rabies Control The Committee recommends as follows: 1. Making the citizens of Aurora aware of the risk of rabies and of the simple measures that can be taken to reduce the risk to humans of that disease, despite the great amount of wildlife rabies we have around us. 2. Declaring the week of low-cost rabies immunization clinics as Rabies Awareness Week in your municipality. 3. Publicizing to the citizens of Aurora the need for: (a) immunization of both dogs and cats; (b) the need for control of stray dogs and cats. 4. Letter# 16-10 -Building Inspector re: Mirkopoulos Property The Committee recommends that a hand delivered letter be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Mi rkopoul os advising as they are now contravening an OMB Order, that their o 1 d house must be vacated and demo 1 i shed by September 25, 1985 or Council will seek a Court Order to have same demolished. 5. Letter # 16-34 -Mrs. L. Gail Dunk re: Sidewalk -Laurentide/Bigwin It is recommended that this letter be referred to Unfinished Business on the Agenda. COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -23 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 102-Council in Committee .•. Various Matters (continued) 6. Letter # 16-40 -Aurora Chamber of Commerce Listings re: Hydro Customer The Committee recommends that the Aurora Hydro be requested to provide the Aurora Chamber of Commerce with a copy of the Aurora Hydro Customer listing. 7. Letter # 16-43 -Canadian Emergency Co-Ordinator/African Famine re: "Forum Africa" The Committee recommends that an information kit be obtained from African Famine Relief. 8. Letter # 16-44 -Ministry of Agriculture and Food re: World Food Day It is the recommendation of the Committee that October 16, 1985 be proclaimed World Food Day in the Town of Aurora. 9. Letter # 16-45 -Mayor of Richmond Hill re: United Way The Committee recommends that the Clerk-Administrator be authorized to take whatever action is necessary to assist in bringing this matter to the attention of the Town employees. 10. Letter # 16-49 -Purchasing Co-Ordinator re: Information Trailer Chamber of Commerce After discussion it was recommended that these accounts be paid from the Capital Building Reserve Fund. 11. Letter # 16-50 -Smith and Thompson Associates re: 15 McDonald Drive Council in Committee recommends that the necessary by-law be prepared. B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Career Dynamics Clerk-Administrator K.B. Rodger advised that a meeting with representatives of Career Dynamics had been held. It was a very informative meeting and further information is to be made available to the Town. It is recommended that this matter be deferred until this information is received by the Clerk-Administrator. 2. Five Year Projection -Staff Council in Committee recommends this matter be deferred until after ·proposals are received from the Consulting Firms. 3. Sign By-Law It is recommended that this matter be deferred to a future Council in Committee meeting. Chief Bui 1 ding Inspector to advise what percentage of coverage is on the Sunoco sign building. 4. Markborough Properties (Sehn) Council in Committee recommends that a staff report be requested pertaining to what action Markborough has taken on this matter and whether there are any outstanding legal holds on Markborough pertaining to fences, swales, etc. COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -24 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 102-Council in Committee •.• Various Matters (continued) 5. Sidewalks -Aurora Heights Drive The Committee recommends that tenders be drawn up and called for the installation· of a sidewalk on the north side of Aurora Heights Drive from Laurentide Drive to Bigwin Drive. Cost to not exceed $11,000.00. It is further recommended that staff prepare a report on the construction of the sidewalk on the east side of Murray Drive from Fairway Drive south to the existing,sidewalk. C. NEW BUSINESS 1. Banner Across Yonge Street Counci 1 in Committee recommends that the Director of Public Works in conjunction with Fire Chief Wilson, to advise where poles can be located on Town property for the flying of banners. The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Item A.1 -8.4 Item 8.5 Barker: West: Item 8.5 Item C.1 CARRIED AMENDMENT Resolved that the cost of construction of a sidewalk along the east side of Murray Drive from Fairway Drive south to the existing sidewalk be obtained for the next Council in Committee meeting. CARRIED AS AMENDED CARRIED CARRIED Councillor Earl Stewart -Statement regarding Flood Damage West: Barker: Jones: West: Resolved that Councillor Earl Stewart has advised Council that he did not make the statement accredited to him in the Topic. And as the Council of the Town of Aurora has every confidence in the Town of Aurora Engineering Staff, Council would request tht the Topic print a retraction of this alleged statement by Councillor Stewart. CARRIED Resolved that Council in Committee Report # 102 dated September 11, 1985 be discussed item by item and accepted as amended. CARRIED COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -25 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 103-Planning Committee .•• Various Matters The Committee respectfully submits the following: A meeting of the Planning Committee was held on Monday, September 9, 1985 in the Administrative Centre. Present Were: A. DELEGATIONS Councillor E. Buck, Chairperson; Councillor J. West; Councillor M. Paivio; Mrs. S. Seibert, Planner; Mr. R.J. Harrington, Secretary. Councillor E. Stewart was present until 9:15 p.m. 1. Mr. Walter Pady and Mr. J. Elder, Aurora South Secondary Plan Lindsay Dale-Harris, Planner from John Bousfield Associates Limited appeared before the Committee representing the two property owners. The two parcels consist of approximately 25 acres, and they propose 15 Estate Residential lots. The lands are designated Rural in the Town Official Plan, and zoned Rura 1 in the Zoning By-Law 2213-78. The Aurora South Secondary Plan, Amendment # 36 designates the lands as "Estate Residential Study Area" and the owners wish it to be amended to Estate Residential. The Committee recommends the owners submit an application for an Official Plan Amendment with the necessary material, and a Public Meeting be held as soon as possible. The Committee further recommends the Third Reading of Official Plan Amendment # 36 be held in abeyance until after the Public Meeting. 2. "Tra.ils Network" Meeting Dates Mr. Klaus Wehrenberg entered into discussion with the Committee and the Committee was concerned as to how we could implement stronger Environmenta 1 Protection measures in Subdivision Deve 1 opments and Open Space. It was suggested that possibly the-Developers hire Environmental Inspectors. B. REPORTS 1. Status of Official Plan Review Mrs. Seibert's Report and "Flow Chart" were discussed by the Committee, as it was recommended that Council pass a resolution and write to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing requesting an extension of time for the Review. A Grant is available for the Plan Review. A copy of the report is attached hereto. 2. Objections to By-Laws 2769-85 and 2768-85, # 50 and # 58 Wellington Street East The Committee agrees with Mrs. Seibert's report and her recommendation: "It is suggested that the issue be raised through Regional Council as it was when a widening was requested on the Wellington Investments Properties. Alternatively the matter could be referred to the Ontario Municipal Board. A copy of the report is attached hereto. COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -26 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 103-Planning Committee •.. Various Matters (continued) 3. Official Plan Review re: Open Space The Committee recommends it be forwarded to Leisure Services and any other interested parties for comments. A copy of the report is attached hereto. 4. Dr. Steven Armata Committee of Adjustment Application B-12-85 Lots 79, 80, 81 and 82, Plan 30; 83 George Street The Committee read Mrs. Seibert's report and agree with her recommendations: 1. The lands must be appropriately rezoned by a by-law which has come into force in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act; 2. Conditional upon rezoning as described in 1 above, additional fees will apply as follows: (a) (b) (c) A lot/unit levy calculated based on the number of approved units; Aurora Hydro levy of $75 per apartment; Cash in lieu of parkland dedication, the amount of 5% of the value of the subject land to be paid to the Town of Aurora. It is further recommended that the existing garage and swimming pool be demolished or moved to the parcel to be retained. C. Mayor's Memorandums 1. Re: By-Law Z-18-85 -Memo dated August 2, 1985 -Letter# 14-108 The Committee recommends a Public Meeting be held at the Municipal Offices September 23 at 7:30 p.m. One representative for each street is to be nominated as a spokesperson. The Clerk's Department has a 1 i st of the interested parties who signed at the Public Meeting of July 31, that they wished to be informed of any future meetings, and they will also inform these people of this planned meeting. 2. Andy Investments, Memo dated August 2, 1985 In answer to the Mayor's queries: (a) Leisure Services requested changes to the original Plan, (b) The Salpam Subdivision made arrangements for servicing, (c) Access through Heron Homes Subdivision is provided for, (d) The By-Law . Amendment was approved by Council and would be compatible with similar requests by adjacent home builders. 3. Regional Official Plan There is no recommendation required from the Town of Aurora, however, it appears the Region is proceeding with option "d" as per the Mayor's memo "adopt a general policies type of Official Plan (an Urban-Rural Structure Plan)" with municipal and public consultation. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -27 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 103-Planning Committee •.• Various Matters (continued) D. RECEIVED FOR RECOMMENDATION 1. Letter # 14-108 -Petition objecting to Zoning By-Law File Z-18-85 Previously dealt with re: Mayor's memo. 2. Letter # 14-171 -Michael Harris, Ministry of Natural Resources re: Guidelines for Wetlands Management Received as information, however, the information is being implemented. 3. Letter # 14-187 -M.A. Welch, Montague Pound Associates Limited re: Proposed Plan of Subdivision Number 19T-81032 -Corridor Developments Ltd. -Town of Aurora It is recommended the necessary resolution be passed as per Mr. Welch's letter of August 6, 1985. 4. Letter # 14-306 -H. Borgdorff, Reid and Associates Limited re: Parking Lot Improvements, Project Number 1151, Town of Aurora Received as information. 5. Letter # 14-318 -Don Groff and Robert P. Alexander, Ontario Community Development Association Conference at Geneva Park, Lake Couchiching from October 27 to 29, 1985 Received as information. 6. Letter # 14-324 -Peter Boles, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing re: PRIDE Awards Received as information. 7. Letter # 15-46 -Ron Bullock, 40 Spruce Street re: R5 -Special Mixed Density Residential Zone Revision Mrs. Seibert will write more specific requirements, example number of units per dwelling permitted. 8. Letter # 15-55 -Dennis A. Trinaistich, Perry, Farley and Onsychuk re: Block 16, Plan 65M-2207, Yonge Street North, Town of Aurora The Committee recommends our solicitor's written answer to the letter be solicited. E. COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 1. Submission B-13-85, Dical Investments Ltd., Part of Lots 11 and 12, Concession 2 EYS The applicant wishes to convey the western portion of his property 1 ocated between Bayview and Les 1 ie Streets on parts of Lot 11 and 12, Concession 2. The lands proposed to be conveyed are part of a draft approved plan of subdivision for estate residential lots, Ministry of Muni ci pa 1 Affairs file 19T -80094 (Draft approved September 13, 1984 by York Region Council). The Committee agrees with the staff report that no objection be made to the application. A copy of the report is attached hereto. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -28 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report # 103 -Planning Committee .•• Various Matters (continued) 2. Submission A-12-85, M.J. and J.M. Wemyss, Lot 50, Plan 246 and part Lot 8, Plan 39, 103 Temperance Street The applicants request permission for the continued existance of an aluminum clad garage which encroaches on the side yard of their property. There exists only a .67 metre (2.2 foot) side yard where 1.2 metres (3.94 feet) is required by By-Law 2213-78. The garage was built in 1979 in contravention of By-Law 1863 by the previous owner. The Committee agrees with the staff report that no objection be made to the application. A copy of the report is attached hereto. 3. Submission A-13-85, John M. Casselman, Lot 352, Plan 514, 81 Richardson Drive -- The applicant requests permission to build a two car garage in his rear yard that would be 0.61 metres (2 feet) from the west side lot line rather than the 1.2 metres (3.94 feet) required by By-Law 2213-78. The applicant's property which is Lot 351 on Plan 514, has a 1.68 metre (5.5 foot) terrace at the rear of the lot. Because of the terrace, it is not feasible to locate the garage any further back on the lot. In order to ensure sufficient manoeuvrability to permit a car entry into the east door of the proposed garage, the garage must be 1 ocated inside the required side yard. The Committee agrees with the staff report that no objection be made to the application. However, a condition is to be imposed that the west wall of the garage near the property line contain no openings. A copy of the report is attached hereto. 4. Submission A-15-85, George Wimpey Canada Limited, Lot 19, Plan 65M-2228, 36 Mendy's Forest Applicant requests permission for an encroachment on the interior sideyard of a house to be built on Lot 19 of Registered Plan 65M-2228. The required side yard is 1.5 metres (4.92 feet). However, due to a siting error, the foundation walls were poured in the wrong location leaving the southwest corner of the house 1.36 metres (4.46 feet) from the south lot line and the southeast corner of the house is 1.47 metres (4.82 feet) from the south lot line. The variance requested is therefore 0.14 (0.46 feet) metres and 0.03 (0.10 feet) metres respectively. The Committee agrees with the staff report that no objection be made to the application. A copy of the report is attached hereto. F. RECEIVED AS INFORMATION 1. Letter # 14-88 -Max Sherman, Macroolan Limited re: Part of Lot 85, Received as information, Public Meeting set for October 30, 1985. 2. Letter # 14~124 -I.B. Earl, Ministry of Natural Resources re: Amendment # 35 to the Official Plan for the Aurora Planning Area, Lots 73, 74 and 75, Concession 1 EYS Received as information. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -29 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 103-Planning Committee .•. Various Matters (continued) 3. Letter # 14-221 -Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville proposed Official Plan Amendment to establish Site Plan Control Areas and Related Policies Received as information. 4. Letter # 14-226 -H. Weinberg, Regional Municipality of York re: Draft Plan of Subdivision, Part Lot 90, Concession 1, Town of Richmond Hi Received as information. 5. Letter # 14-234 -Town of Whitchurch Stouffville re: Passing of Zoning By-Law Number 85-84 Received as information. 6. Letter # 14-256 -Town of Newmarket proposed Offici a 1 Plan Amendments 39, 40 and 41 Received as information, and no action by the Town of Aurora is recommended. 7. Letter # 15-14 -Mr. Kenneth D. Sinclair application for Official Plan Amendment Lot 75, Concession 1 EYS Public Meeting scheduled for October 30, 1985. 8. Letter # 15-20 -Mr. Herbert Frieberg application for Zoning By-Law Amendment Part of Lots 1 and 2, Plan M-51 Public Meeting scheduled for October 30, 1985. 9. Letter # 15-42 -Dr. Steven Armata, D.C. Application for Zoning By-Law Amendment Lot 79, 80, 81 and 82, Plan 30 Public Meeting scheduled for October 30, 1985. 10. Letter # 15-49 -D. Valsi application for Zoning By-Law Amendment Part 2, Concession 1 Public Meeting scheduled for October 2, 1985. 11. Letter # 15-21 -H. Weinberg, Regional Municipality of York re: Proposed Plan of Subdivision Part Lot 85, Concession 1 EYS 19T-85076 The Committee recommends the Commissioner of Planning of the Regional Municipality of York be advised that an Official Plan Amendment is being prepared and a Public Meeting will follow. 12. Letter # 15-30 -B. Cindy Alty, Ontario Municiaal Board re: OMB File C850110 an appeal by Gullo Enterprises Limite Application B-8-84 and Letter # 15-61 -Ontario Municipal Board re: Committee of Adjustment Lot 14, Concession 2 EYS Gullo Enterprises Limited Received as information. COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -30 - G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Commercial Plaza -South Side of Wellington Street East Councillor Earl Stewart, Chairman of the Economic Development Committee addressed the Committee regarding a recent proposal for a commercial plaza on the south side of Wellington Street East between Ross Street and Industrial Parkway. Councillor Stewart displayed for the Committee a map of the area and indicated all the present uses, which he stated most were either legal non-conforming or non-conforming, semi-commercial in nature. However, upon checking the present Zoning By-law and the previous Zoning By-Law and amendments, the Committee is satisfied the present uses are permitted. The Committee therefore recommends to Council that the proposed Rezoning to Commercial "C3 -Urban" not be supported by Council, but that an M1-A Industrial zone be permitted, which would permit uses compatible with the present uses in the vicinity. H. NEW BUSINESS 1. Contract -Alina Bridgman The Committee recommends to Council that Alina Bridgeman's contract be extended for one year, to September 13, 1986, bearing in mind that a "study" will be undertaken soon regarding town staffing. The meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m. The next scheduled Planning meeting will be held on Monday, October 15, 1985 at 7:30 p.m. Item A.1 -D.2 Item D.3 West: Buck: Item D.3 Item D.4 -G.1 Item H.1 West: Jones: Item H.1 Item J.1 Jones: Barker: CARRIED AMENDMENT Resolved that a resolution be prepared for the Council meeting of October 2, 1985 for Council's consideration. CARRIED AS AMENDED CARRIED AMENDMENT CARRIED Resolved that the subject of salary be referred to the Clerk-Administrator and the Administration/Finance Committee. CARRIED AS AMENDED AMENDMENT CARRIED Resolved that a section called "J.1 -Aurora Country Estates -Stage II" (refer to Letter # 14-188) be added to this report and further that this matter be referred to the Technical Committee for a report. CARRIED L ,_ COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -31 - REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Report# 103-Planning Committee ... Various Matters (continued) Buck: Resolved that Planning Committee Report # 103 dated September West: 9, 1985 be discussed item by item and accepted as amended. RESOLUTIONS West: Barker: CARRIED Resolved that Resolutions # 5 -Corridor Enterprises Inc. and # 6 -Allocation of Services -Corridor Plan 65M-2211 be deferred for discussion after By-Laws on the Agenda. CARRIED 1. Proposed Pedestrian Grade Separation C.N. Mileage 30.7 plus/minus, Newmarket Subdivision West: Jones: Whereas the provisions of a subdivision agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Aurora and Markborough Properties Limited dated the 28th day of July, 1978 require that the necessary approvals for the construction of an access over or under the C.N.R. tracks adjacent to Lots 25 and 26, Plan M-57 be obtained prior to October 2nd, 1985, And Whereas Canadian National Railways has indicated approval in principle for a proposed pedestrian grade separation at this location subject to certain conditions, And Whereas the Town wishes to retain the aforesaid lots and consider the construction of the proposed grade separation at some future date, Be It Therefore Resolved that Canadian National Railways be advised that if the proposed construction of a pedestrian grade separation at this location proceeds, the Town of Aurora hereby agrees to abide by the terms and conditions as set out hereunder: 1. Any proposed grade-separated structure must be adequate to pro vi de for future track requirements which, at this location, consist of two additional tracks to the west and one additional track to the east of the present single main track; track centres to be 14 feet. Additional allowances to be provided for curvature and superelevations of track. 2. The entire construction cost and future maintenance costs of the proposed structure, including costs incurred by the Railway during the design and construction stages are to be borne by others. Incurred costs include reviewing drawings, inspection, protection, relocation of Railway plant. 3. The Railway is not required to contribute to the proposed structure. 4. The Town or the Deve 1 oper on beha 1f of the Town isresponsible for applying for an R.T.C. Construction Order. COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -32 - RESOLUTIONS 1. 5. Mileaqe 30.7 olus/minus In the event the proposed crossing the Ra i1 way reserves the right construct the structure. is an underpass, to design and 6. If the crossing is an overhead structure, it is to be fully enclosed with chain 1 ink mesh screening (sides and top) and designed in accordance with the following clearance requirements. (i) Permanent Clearances Vertical: 23' 0" measured from top of highest rail to underside of lowest obstruction taking into account allowances for deflection due to applied loads and girder camber. Horizontal: Although the Railways requirements usually stipulate a minimum of 18' 0", the Railway is prepared to accept 11' O" measured perpendicularly from centre line of nearest track to face of abutment or pier. Additional allowances should be provided for curvature and superel evati on of track. (ii) Temporary Construction Clearances Vertical: 22' 0" measured from top of highest rail to underside of falsework, taking into account allowances for deflection due to applied loads and beam camber. Horizontal: 8' 6" measured perpendicularly from centre line of nearest track to face of scaffolding. Additional allowance should be provided for curvature and superelevation of track. Further horizontal clearances may be necessary where overhead wires paralleling the right-of-way exists, and where an access or maintenance road may be required. COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -33 - RESOLUTIONS 1. (iii) lus/minus, Pier Protection Walls It is recommended that piers located within 25' 0" of the centre 1 i ne of adjacent track be of solid, heavy construction or if composed of a series of single pier columns be protected by an integrally cast, reinforced wall extending 7' 0" above top of rail. 7. Grading and drainage around the proposed structure must meet with the approval of the Railway. CARRIED 2. Upper and Lower Pressure Zone Valving Barker: Jones: Resolved that the Tender of Advice Pipelines Ltd. for the installation of valve chambers in Regency Acres, Contract Number 1280, in the amount of $47,700.00 be accepted. Monies to be taken from the Waterworks Account. CARRIED 3. Payment Certificate Number 2-Advice Contracting Limited Barker: Jones: Resolved that, upon the recommendation of Reid and Associates Limited, Payment Certificate Number 2 for Project Number 1201 -Bathurst Street Trunk Watermain in the total amount of $196,583.83 be paid to Advice Contracting Limited and the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto. CARRIED 4. Offer to Purchase-Progressive Packaging Limited Barker: Jones: Resolved that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign an Offer to Purchase between Progressive Packaging Limited and the Town of Aurora. CARRIED 5. Authorization to Sign a Site Plan Agreement -Universal Buck: Jones: Resolved that subject to final approval by staff, the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the Site Plan Agreement between Universal Insulation Company Limited and the Town of Aurora. CARRIED COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -34 - UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Letter # 16-73 -Aurora Residents' -Petition re: Fences and Sewage - Tamarac Developments West: Barker: Resolved that this matter be referred to the Technical Committee. When report is to be presented to Council for consideration, concerned residents to be notified. CARRIED West: Resolved that a report regarding fencing be requested from the Buck: Director of Leisure Services for the next Council in Committee meeting scheduled for October 2, 1985. CARRIED 2. No Parking -Orchard Heights Drive (Vicinity of Senior Citizens Complex' West: Barker: Resolved that the Director of Public Works be requested to hood the "No Parking Signs" in front of the Senior Citizens Complex -Orchard Heights Drive. Staff to report by next Council in Committee meeting with suggestions to overcome this problem. CARRIED 3. Status of Community Centre Repairs West: Barker: BY-LAWS West: Jones: Resolved that a letter be sent to Rotomatic Limited stating Council's dissatisfaction with the way the contract has been handled. If work is not completed by October 11, 1985, the Town of Aurora will contemplate legal action. CARRIED Be It Hereby Resolved that: Bill Number 2791-85 - Bill Number 2792-85 - Bill Number 2793-85 - Bill Number 2794-85 - ••• be read a First Time. Being a By-Law to Temporarily close Yonge Street, within the Town of Aurora, for a parade Being a By-Law to Authorize the Appointment of a Deputy Fire Chief for the Town of Aurora Additional Advance Poll Being a By-Law to exempt Certain Lands from Part Lot Control CARRIED COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -35 - BY-LAWS West: Jones: West: Jones: Be It Hereby Resolved that: Bill Number 2791-85 - Bill Number 2792-85 - Bill Number 2793-85 - Bill Number 2794-85 - Being a By-Law to Temporarily close Yonge Street, within the Town of Aurora, for a parade Being a By-Law to Authorize the Appointment of a Deputy Fire Chief for the Town of Aurora Additional Advance Poll Being a By-Law to exempt Certain Lands from Part Lot Control •.. be read a Second Time. CARRIED Be It Hereby Resolved that Section 21 of By-Law Number 2554-83 be suspended and Bi 11 Numbers 2791-85, 2793-85 and 2794-85, now before the Counci 1 , be read a Third Time and enacted and the Third Reading be taken as read. CARRIED Be It Hereby Resolved That: Bill Number 2741-85 - Bill Number 2778-85 - Bill Number 2787-85 - Bill Number 2788-85 - Bill Number 2789-85 - Bill Number 2790-85 - ••. be read a Third Time. Being a By-Law to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2213-78 (Downtown) Being a By-Law to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2213-78 (Propane) Being a By-Law to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2213-78 (Cole) Being a By-Law to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2213-78 (Barth) Being a By-Law to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2213-78 (Gilbert) Being a By-Law to Amend Zoning By-Law Number 2213-78 (Crawford) CARRIED NOTICE OF MOTION 1. Councillor West -Exclusion of Metal Buildings Councillor West gave notice of motion as follows: (a) Staff be directed to prepare policies for Council consideration covering the construction of non-masonry buildings. COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1985 -36 - NEW BUSINESS West: Jones: Resolved that the rules of procedure be waived and Mr. Sax, representing Corridor Investments be heard. CARRIED 1. Corridor Enterprises Inc. Mr. Sax addressed Council and outlined facts contained in his letter of September 9, 1985. West: Jones: Resolved that resolutions # 5 and # 6 on the Agenda be referred to the Technical Committee for a report. CARRIED 2. Public Planning Meeting West: Jones: ADJOURNMENT Resolved that no Public Planning Meeting be held in November. December 4, 1985 to be the next scheduled Public Planning Meeting. CARRIED West: Resolved that the meeting be adjourned at 11:50 p.m. CARRIED Mayor Clerk