MINUTES - Council - 19860602MINUTES OF THE 12TH COUNCIL MEETING HELD IN THE
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986 AT 8:00P.M.
Present Were: Mayor John West, Councillors, Evelyn Buck
Tim Jones, Herb McKenzie, Martin Paivio, Betty Pedersen,
George Timpson, and Norm Weller.
Absent Was: Councillor Richard Barker due to illness
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Paivio:
McKenzie:
Resolved that the Minutes of the Council Meeting of May 20,
1986 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE
12-1 South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority re: Marsh Mash Marathon
Canoe and Kayak Race June 14, 1986
12-2 The
Mag
(Ref. Council in Committee)
Regional Municipality
Card Typewriters
(Information)
of York -Leg a 1 Department re: Sa 1 e of
12-3 Kennel Inn re: Animal Control Contract for 1986
(Ref. Administration and Finance Committee)
12-4 Steven K. Jones, Purchasing Coordinator memo to K. B. Rodger,
Clerk-Administrator re: Resignation
12-5
(Information, C. E. Gowan)
South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority re:
Plan Amendment, Proposed Zoning Amendment, Lot
Town of Aurora, Owner: Old Park Holdings Ltd.
Z-18-86
(Information, S. Seibert)
Proposed Offici a 1
80, Concession 1,
File OP-17-86 and
12-6 HBR Planning Centre, Consultants in Urban Planning re: Rezoning
Application Lots 21-25, Plan M-51, Town of Aurora Z-19-86
(Information, S. Seibert, L. Allison)
12-7 Mike Heptinstall, Aurora, Ontario re: placement of fence beside
and behind lot at 10 Tribbling Crescent
(Ref. Leisure Services Committee, F. Horvath)
12-8 Government of Ontario -Ministry of Municipal Affairs re: Town's
request for participation in Heritage Village Program at the
Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto
(Ref. L.A.C.A.C. to report)
12-9 Canadian National re: speed of freight trains within city limits
(Ref. Council in Committee, report in Councillor's room)
12-10 Government of Ontario -Liquor Licence Board of Ontario re: Tymes
Pub Restaurant -addition of patio -Licence No. 024977
(Ref. Council in Committee)
12-11 Government of Ontario -Ministry of Natural Resources re:
municipal comments regarding "Guidelines for Wetlands Management"
(Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert)
12-12 Lawrence Allison, Administrative Clerk memo to K.B. Rodger
Clerk-Administrator re: Aurora Soccer Club Grant
Timpson:
Weller:
(Information)
Resolved that this letter be referred to Item 7 -Resolutions
on the Agenda.
CARRIED
12-13 Canadian General Standards Board re: Seminars discussing role and
operations of CGSB Services -June 1986
(Information)
COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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CORRESPONDENCE
12-14 Association of Municipalities of Ontario re: resolution regarding
mail delivery
(Ref. Council in Committee)
12-15 Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt, Barristers and Solicitors re: Ulf
Bergman Lot 3, Plan M-80, Town of Aurora, 29 Ransom Court File No.
70,769 -leasing premises adjoining property
(Ref. Council in Committee)
12-16 Government of Ontario, Ministry of Natural Resources re: Wayside
Permit M0.57, Armbro Materials and Construction Ltd. East Part Lot
26, Concession III
12-33
(Information, Wm. Walker)
Mayor John West memo to All Members of Council re:
Committee on Representation
(Ref. Council in Committee)
Ad Hoc
12-34 The Region a 1 Muni ci pa 1 ity of York -Leg a 1 Department re: Andy
Investments Limited Lots 2,3 ,6 and 9 and Part of 40 acre reserve
Plan 102 Town of Aurora and formerly of King, Regional Road No. 15
19T-84071 -Inhibiting Order against lands
(Information, Clerk to reply)
12-35 Mrs. Linda Simpson, Aurora, Ontario re: location of public path
from Heathwood Heights Drive to Tribbling Crescent
(Information, R.J. Harrington, to report)
12-36 Kelly Cerswell, Treasurer memo to Mayor John West, Chairman of the
Administration and Finance Committee re: Investment Policy
Guidelines
(Ref. Administration and Finance Committee)
12-37 Doug and Rosemary Sedgwick, Aurora, Ontario re: request for
relocation of 4th and 5th holes of proposed golf course on Hunt
Club property
(Ref. Planning Committee)
12-38 Macaulay, Chusid, Lipson and Friedman, Barristers and Solicitors
re: Heron Homes (Aurora) Registration of Plan of Subdivision of
Lots 11 and 12, Part of Lots 10, 13, 14, and 15 and Part of
Accommodation Road Registered Plan 102 and Part of Lot 79,
Concession 1 Town of Aurora
(Information, L. Allison to reply)
12-39 Wi 11 i am Wa 1 ker, Director of Pub 1 i c Works memo to John West, Mayor
re: MTC Supplementary Subsidy of $125,000.00 for the Industrial
Parkway/Scanlon Court construction project
(Ref. Administration and Finance Committee)
12-40 Kelly Cerswell, Treasurer memo to Mayor John West, Chairman of the
Administration and Finance Committee re: Tigers' Account Receivable
(Ref. Administration and Finance Committee)
12-41 Snal Yermus, Willowdale, Ontario re: Part Lot 77, Cone. 1 Part 1
on Reference Plan 65R2868, Aurora -construction of Industrial
Building
(TABLED, COUNCIL, May 28th, Clerk Administrator)
12-42 Granada Investments Limited re: Proposed Plan of Subdivision part
of Block A, Registered Plan 550 Town of Aurora (6 Lts.-Brookland
Ave.) Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing File 19T-81087
request for 6 month extension of Draft Approval
(TABLED, RESOLUTION,-Council, May 28, 1986, S. Seibert)
12-43 Reid and Associates Limited re: Reconstruction of Industrial
Parkway North and Scanlon Court Project No. 967 recommendation of
awarding tender to Lou Savini Limited
(TABLED, RESOLUTION-May 28th, 1986 K. B. Rodger, Wm.
Walker, Reid)
COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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CORRESPONDENCE
12-44 Mayor J. West memo to All Members of Council re: Marsh Harbour
Sidewalk
(Ref. Council in Committee)
12-45 John Rodgers, So 1 i citor for Mi chae 1 Riggs re: Application for
Amendment to Official Plan Pt. Lot 485, Plan 107 Town of Aurora
(Ref. Planning Committee, S. Seibert, L. Allison)
12-46 William Walker, Director of Public Works, memo to K. B. Rodger,
Clerk Administrator re: invoices to be paid for Engineering
Services Rendered (Invoice No.'s 11024, 11027, 11033, 11034, 11037,
11038, 11045, 11049, 11052, 11053, and 11086)
(TABLED RESOLUTIONS)
12-47 South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority re: Proposed Plan of
12-48
Subdivision 19T-86029 Pt. Lot 85, Concession 1 Town of Aurora
(Information, S. Seibert)
South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority re:
Subdivision 19T-85040 Revised March 17, 1986 Pt.
1 W.Y.S. Wellington Street West, Town of Aurora
(Information, S. Seibert)
Proposed Plan of
Lot 81, Concession
12-49 ABG Impressions re: Request for Industrial Directory
(Information, Clerk to reply)
12-50 The Regional Municipality of York -Planning Department re:
Proposed Amendments to the Offici a 1 Plan of the Aurora Planning
Area and to By-law 2213-78 Town of Aurora (Old Park Holdings)
(Information, S. Seibert, L. Allison)
12-51 Lakeview Estates Ltd. re: Sales Office and Models -release of
Letter of Credit -Lakeview, Aurora Heights
(Information, R. J. Harrington to reply)
12-52 Ontario Hydro re: Proposed Plan of Subdivision Town of Aurora,
Ministry Files 19T-85114, 19T-86029
(Information, S. Seibert)
12-53 The Equity Development Group Inc. re: Heron Homes Signage, Town of
Aurora
(Ref. Planning Committee, R. Harrington)
12-54 The Metropolitan Toronto and Region Conservation Authority re:
"Valley and Stream Regulations" Brochure
(Information)
12-55 Susan Seibert, Planner report to Council in Committee re: Proposed
Plan of Subdivision, Ministry file 19T-83039 (Piebrock) West half
of Lot 11, Concession III, red line changes
12-56
12-57
12-58
12-59
(Ref. Council in Committee)
S. Seibert, Planner on behalf of
Mayor and Members of Counci 1 re:
Subdivision 19T-85011
(Ref. Council in Committee)
the Technical Committee memo to
Lakeview Estates, Draft Plan of
K. B. Rodger, Clerk Administrator memo to Wm. Walker, Director of
Public Works re: Wellington Street West and Mcleod Drive Sanitary
Sewers - A Cost Sharing Analysis
(Information, Clerk to reply, L. Allison)
Gambin Associates, Barristers and Solicitors Notaries and
Trade-Mark Agents re: Application for Zoning By-Law or Official
Plan Amendment -Town of Aurora. File No. S-15-86
(Information, S. Seibert)
Paul Skinner, Willowdale, Ontario
and 4 stores for 66-72 Yonge Street
(Ref. Council in Committee)
re: Proposa 1 for 18 apartments
South, Aurora
COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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CORRESPONDENCE
12-60
12-61
Fredrick J. Bolsby, Deputy Chief/Fire Prevention Officer
Traffic Safety-Leslie Street and Wellington Street East
(Ref. Public Safety Committee)
Fredrick J. Bolsby, Deputy Chief/Fire Prevention Officer
Allaura Boulevard -Restricted Parking
(Ref. Public Safety Committee)
re:
re:
12-62 B. Matthews, President Aurora Greenhouse re: banning of roadside
peddlers
Weller:
McKenzie:
(TABLED)
Resolved that this letter be received as information and
Mr. Matthews be advised of the Regional By-law.
CARRIED
12-63 York Region Board of Education re: Application for amendment to
Zoning By-law 2213-78 concerning Lots 130, 131 and Part Lot 128,
Plan 246, Town of Aurora Z-23-86 -no objections
(Information, S. Seibert)
12-64 York Region Board of Education re: Application for amendment to
Zoning By-law 2213-78 concerning Part Lots 11 and 12 Concession 2,
Town of Aurora Z-20-86 -no objections
(Information, S. Seibert)
12-65 York Region Board of Education re: Application for amendment to
12-66
Zoning By-law 2213-78 concerning Block A, R.P. and Lot 517
Wellington Street West, Town of Aurora Z-21-86 -no objections
(Information, S. Seibert)
York Region Board of Education re:
Zoning By-law 2213-78 concerning Lot
Aurora Z-24-86 -no objections
(Information, S. Seibert)
Application for amendment to
85, Concessi on 1 WYS Town of
12-67 York Symphony Orchestra re: booking of Aurora High School for
concerts
(Ref. Leisure Services Committee, F. Horvath)
12-68 Ray Twinney, Mayor of Newmarket re: Baseball game -July 1, 1986 -
invitation from Aurora Council accepted
Weller:
Timpson:
(TABLED)
Resolved that this letter be received and Mayor reply to
same.
CARRIED
12-69 The Regional Municipality of York, Legal Department -Sales on
Regional Roads
(Information, J. Insley)
12-70 Government of Ontario, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
re: 1986 Analysis of Taxation, 1986 Estimate of Revenue Fund
Revenues, 1986 Data Collection for Municipal Profile
(Information)
12-71 The Regional Municipality of York, Engineering Department re: road
widenings of (Y.R. 34), Bayview Avenue and (Y.R. 12) Leslie Street
(Ref. Technical Committee, S. Seibert)
12-72 Government of Ontario, Ministry of the Environment re: Town of
Aurora Odour Complaint Update
(Council in Committee, Mayor John West)
12-73 The Regional Municipality of York, Planning Department re: Zoning
By-law 2836-86 Leslie Street and Bayview Avenue
(Information, S. Seibert)
·'
COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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CORRESPONDENCE
12-74
12-75
12-76
Child Find Ontario Inc. re: Annual Child Find Golf Tournament
(Information)
The Regional Municipality of York, Planning Department re:
Proposed Plan of Subdivision, Block 37, RP M-2012 Town of Aurora
Housing file 19T-82039 (Archerhill Investments Ltd.)
(Ref. Technical Committee)
The Regional
Administrative
fair
Municipality of York, Office of the Chief
Officer re: World Dressage Championships and trade
(Ref. Economic Development Committee)
12-77 Arthur Andersen Inc. re: Notice of Motion -distribution of trust
monies -Alto Steel Ltd.
(Information, K. Cerswell)
12-78 Art Brown, Aurora, Ont. re: Parking on Yonge Street
(Ref. Public Safety Committee)
12-79 Mayor John West memo to All Members of Council re: "The Dream
Car" -Aurora Family Leisure Complex Fundraising Committee
(TABLED)
Timpson: Resolved that this letter be received as information.
Jones:
CARRIED
12-80 Mayor John West memo to A 11 Members of Counci 1 re: request of
attendance of Department Heads at meetings of Council
Timpson:
Paivio:
(TABLED)
Resolved that this memo be adopted and included in the
Town of Aurora Policy Manual.
CARRIED
12-81 The Equity Deve 1 opment Group Inc. re: Temporary Sa 1 es Office,
Heron Homes (Aurora) Ltd.
Jones:
Weller:
(TABLED)
Resolved that permission be granted to The Equity
Development Group to erect a temporary sales office on Lot
80 of the proposed subdivision upon the posting of a $500.00
bond and obtaining the necessary permit.
CARRIED
12-82 S. G. Wilson, Fire Chief memo to K. B. Rodger, Clerk-Administrator
re: Firefighters Stipends
(TABLED, RESOLUTIONS)
12-83 Cliffgate Management Limited re: preservicing -lana Phase III
(TABLED, Technical Committee, Wm. Walker, Reid)
Weller: Resolved that this request be deferred for two weeks and the
Paivio: Director of Public Works report on water pressure.
12-84
And Be It Further Resolved that a general report on
subdivisions, sodding and deficiencies by the Chief Building
Official be requested.
CARRIED
Andy Investments Limited re: Tannery Creek Phase I I
preservicing
(TABLED, DELEGATIONS, Wm. Walker)
12-85 Aurora Community Tennis Club re: Fence -McMahon Park Tennis
Courts
(Ref. Leisure Services Committee)
COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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CORRESPONDENCE
12-86 Pound Welch Associates Limited, Planning Consultants re: proposed
plan of subdivision No. 19T-81032 -Corridor Enterprises Inc. -
request for one year extension
(Information, S. Seibert, L. Allison)
12-87 Reid and Associates Limited, Consulting Engineers re: OLC, Phase
II, Subdivision 19T-79016, Project No. 839
(Information, L. Allison)
12-88 The Regional Municipality of York, Planning Department re:
proposed street names, subdivision 19T-85019, Pt. Lot 82, Cone. 1
W.Y.S.
(Information, C.E. Gowan)
12-89 Lakeview Estates Ltd. re: Yonge Aurora Phase II -street names -
subdivision 19T-85019
(Information, Clerk to reply)
12-90 Goldberger, Hochman, Barristers and Solicitors re: Spazierer
purchase form Iona Corporation, 11 Haskell Crescent, Lot 83, Plan
65M-2374 -request for information
(Information, Clerk to reply)
12-91 The Regional Municipality of York, Office of the Medical Officer of
Hea 1 th re: Amendment to Zoning By-1 aw 2213-78, Dona 1 d E. Rogers
Estate and William Marko -no objection
(Information, S. Seibert, L. Allison)
12-92 Mayor John West memo to All Members of Council re: Progressive
Packaging Purchase of 3 Acres of Land
(TABLED, RESOLUTIONS)
12-93 Mr. K. B. Rodger, Clerk-Administrator memo to Mayor and Members of
Council re: Water Report Secondary Pressure Zone Interim Report
(TABLED)
Jones: Resolved that this letter be received as information.
McKenzie:
CARRIED
12-94 Stephen J. McCasey and Associates·Inc. re: Alpen Haus Ltd.
(TABLED)
Timpson: Resolved that this letter be received as information.
Weller:
CARRIED
12-95 Reid and Associates Limited re: Town of Aurora Orchard Heights
Boulevard, Senior Citizens Complex, Sanitary Connection Project No.
1153
(TABLED, RESOLUTIONS)
12-96 Reid and Associates Limited re: Town of Aurora, Reconstruction of
Dunning Avenue -Project No. 1184
(TABLED, RESOLUTIONS)
Weller: Resolved that the Clerk's Report be dealt with as outlined.
Jones:
CARRIED
COUNCIL MEETING ..• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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DELEGATIONS
1. Letter 12-84 -Andy Investments Limited re: Tannery Creek -Phase II -
preservicing
Mr. David Hirsh, representing Andy Investments Limited addressed Council
and requested authorization to preservice Tannery Creek Phase II.
Weller:
Pedersen:
Resolved that this matter be referred to Unfinished Business
on the Agenda.
CARRIED
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
Report #74-Economic Development Committee •.. Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Economic Development Committee was held on May 21, 1986, at
7:30 p.m. in Committee Room 1 of the Administrative Centre.
Present Were: Councillors Tim Jones, George Timpson, Richard Barker;
Planner, Sue Seibert (for 1st part of meeting)
A. VARIOUS ITEMS
1. Future Industrial Development
After lengthy discussion it is recommended that, upon completion of
the Goal and Objectives section of the Official Plan Review,
Council discuss future industrial designation as it relates to the
Official Plan review
2. Mayor's Memo May 1, 1986, Industrial Land
The Committee recommends that all industria 1 1 an downers who have
not yet commenced construction that are influenced by the Town's
repurchase agreement be sent a letter. to remind them of. their
obligation to build, with the specific contract clause quoted in
the letter re: building deadline and repurchase option. Further,
each property owner should be asked to respond to the Town in
writing indicating what his plans are for building.
3. Hi story of Aurora
Given the years that it has taken to research and prepare for .-the
writing of the History of Aurora, and the fact that Aurora has paid
$1,500.00 for this research, it is recommended that the author be
requested to submit all research done to date to the Town for the
Committee to review.
B. MATTERS PENDING
None
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Jones:
Timpson:
Resolved that Economic Development Committee Report #74 dated
May 21, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted.
CARRIED
COUNCIL MEETING ••• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #75-Administration and Finance Committee ... Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Administration and Finance Committee was held on Monday,
May 26, 1986, at 4:00 p.m. in the Mayor's office.
Present Were: Mayor John West, Councillors George Timpson, Betty
Pedersen; Clerk Administrator, K.B. Rodger and Treasurer,
Kelly Cerswell
A. CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter #11-105 Consumer's Association of Canada request for
financial contributions to defray costs of participation in
C.R.T.C. hearings to review Bell Canada's financial position
The Committee recommends that $100.00 from account No. 1487 be
forwarded to the association as this municipality's contribution
towards the cost of appearing at the C.R.T.C. hearings.
2. Letter #12-3 Kenne 1 Inn request for 5. 5% increase in the contract
for animal control services
The Committee recommends that the Town present a counter proposal
reflecting a maximum 4% increase over the 1985 contract price for a
total of $48,857.00. Such increase to be effective May 1, 1986.
The Committee further recommends that Kennel Inn be advised that
all requests for budget increases must be submitted to the Town by
December for the following year.
3. Letter #12-36 Treasurer K. Cerswell memo re: proposed investment
policy guidelines
The Committee recommends approval of the attached guidelines. Any
investment arrangements made under this new policy will not exceed
the term of this Council (Memo attached).
4. Letter #12-39 Director of Public Works, W. Wa 1 ker and Treasurer,
K. Cerswell memo re: M.T.C. supplementary subsidy shortfall
The Committee recommends that the St. John's Sideroad· Culvert
Project be deferred as recommended by staff.
The Committee further recommends that the Works Committee submit a
report on suitable alternatives to the project which will make use
of the totals in the 1986 budget.
B. LETTERS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
1. Letter #11-100 Ministry of Municipal Affairs re: insurance for
joint local boards and related municipal liability
2. Letter #12-40 Treasurer, K. Cerswell memo re: detailed report of
Tigers' account receivable
C. MATTERS PENDING
None.
Item A.1
Item A.2
Weller:
Buck:
Item A.2
CARRIED
AMENDMENT
Resolved that this matter be deferred and a meeting be held
with representatives from Kennel Inn.
DEFEATED
CARRIED
COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #75-Administration and Finance Committee .•. Various Matters
Items A.3
- c
Pedersen:
Timpson:
CARRIED
Resolved that Administration and Finance Committee Report #75
dated May 26, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted as
amended, and the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
Report #76-Public Works Committee ... Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Public Works Committee was held on Wednesday, May 7, 1986
at 7:30 p.m. in Committee Room No. 2 at the Administrative Centre.
Present Were: Councillor E. Buck, Councillor N. Weller, and Director of
Public Works, Wm. Walker.
Councillor R. Barker, being in hospital, sent his regrets.
1. Mayor's Memo Dated March 4, 1986
(a) Sewer Separation
The Director of Public Works has not had sufficient time to compile
a list of streets having combined sewers, said sewers conveying
both sanitary and storm flows. The Director will prepare such a
list for the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Public Works
Committee.
(b) 1987 Capital Works Program
As a result of a pending tender closing for the Industrial
Parkway/Scanlon Court project, the contract price of which will
influence the degree of 1987 construction funds needed to cover
1986 carry-over work, the Director of Public Works has requested
and the Committee concurred, that a more accurate report should be
prepared for the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Public
Works Committee. In addition, the Director will prepare a Five
Year Capital Works Forecast.
(c) Industrial Parkway South (Wellington St. E.-Town Industrial Park)
The Director has prepared an estimate for the removal of unsuitable
asphalt, base and curb, restoration of same, adjustment of all
manhole and catchbasin structures, cleaning, tack coating and
finally, the placement of padding and surface course asphalt, said
estimate being in the amount of $206,000.00. The Committee would
recommend that Council direct Public Works staff to prepare and
call a tender enabling the works described herein to be undertaken
immediately.
2. Watermain Upsizing -Wellington Street East
As a result of there being a restriction in the Wellington Street East
watermain (Industrial Parkway -Mary Street), said restriction being a
50 mm section of P.V.C. watermain, the Committee has instructed the
Director to prepare an estimate for the upsizing of same for the next
regularly scheduled Public Works Committee meeting.
3. Lot Grading/Industrial-Commercial Site Plan Approvals
The Director explained that as a result of the loss of a staff member
and as a result of said staff member being some three weeks behind in
his duties at the time of his departure, Public Works is seriously
behind in residential lot grading and industrial-commercial site plan
approval processing. Unless resolved immediately, the result of this
backlog will have a direct effect on the occupancy of new res i denti a 1
homes as well as hold up industrial-commercial development.
COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #76-Public Works Committee ••. Various Matters
The Committee has directed the Director to continue his search to find
qualified consulting staff to assist Public Works staff in this area
during the interim period of replacing staff. The Director has not been
successful to date.
4. Letter 11-64 -Fencing Request -55 Davis Road
The Committee requested that the Director of Pub 1 i c Works investigate
this matter and prepare a report for the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the Public Works Committee.
5. Water Rate Structure
The Director explained the contents of a May 1, 1986 memo to the Public
Works Chairperson authorized by the Clerk-Administrator, Treasurer, and
Director of Public Works. The memo recommended changes to the
residential flat rate and commercial-industrial metered rate.
6. Letters/Memos Received As Information
The following correspondence has been received by the Committee as
information.
Letter 10-20 -Overtime Report -Waterworks -March, 1986
Letter 10-21 -Overtime Report -Public Works -March, 1986
Letter 10-75 -South Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority -Streambank
Erosion
Letter 11-28-Overtime Report-Public Works -April, 1986
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Buck:
We 11 er:
Resolved that the Public Works Committee Report #76 dated
May 7, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted.
CARRIED
Report #77-Commercial Development Advisory Committee .. Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Commercial Development Advisory Committee was held on May
21, 1986 at 7:30 p.m. in Committee Room 1 of the Administrative Centre.
Present were:
Absent were:
Councillors -Tim Jones, George Timpson and Richard Barker
B.I.A. Representative -M. Evans
Heritage Committee Representative -L. Oliver
Leisure Services Representative -R. Seaman
Planner -S. Seibert
Chamber Representative -B. Spragg
Merchants' Representative-B. McKenzie
Citizen Representative -D. Bagshaw
B.I.A. Representative -Jamie Thompson
1. Browning Property Library Square Study
Councillor Jones summarized Council's position on the presentation which
took place on April 21st. Karl Walsh from Town Pride, who was in
attendance discussed the drainage problem in the Library parking lot and
the various options available to solve it. Some topographic information
is currently being obtained which may help clarify the possible
solutions. The Committee recommends that Karl Walsh meet with Director
of Public Works -Bill Walker, and Planner-Sue Seibert and report back
to the Committee at the next meeting on how and when to best solve the
drainage problem in the Library parking lot so that some work can begin
on the property as soon as possible.
COUNCIL MEETING •.. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #77 -Commercia 1 Development Advisory Committee .. Various Matters
2. Main Street Program
Mrs. Seibert advised that Mr. Stephan Lauer from the Canadian Heritage
Foundation would like to meet with the Committee to discuss the Town's
application for the Main Street Program. the Committee agreed to meet
with Mr. Lauer on Wednesday, June 4th at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30. The next meeting has been rescheduled to
June lOth at 7:30 p.m.
Jones:
Timpson:
Resolved that Commercial Development Advisory Committee Report
#77 dated May 21, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted.
CARRIED
Report #78-Aurora Heritage Committee ..• Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Aurora Heritage Committee/L.A.C.A.C. was held on Tuesday,
April 22, 1986 at the Administrative Centre at 7:30 p.m.
Present Were:
A. Minutes
Gerry Copley, Leslie Oliver, Councillor Herb McKenzie,
Klaus Wehrenberg, and researcher, Kathryn Anderson.
Susan Seibert, planner for Aurora, attended part of the
meeting.
The minutes of the meeting of March 27, 1986 were approved
B. Matters arising out of the minutes
1. It was pointed out that a reference to the distribution of the
Annual Report was not included in the March minutes. K. Anderson
reported that a list of individuals and groups receiving copies of
the Annual Report was compiled and filed for reference in future
years.
2. The Committee indicated that it enjoyed meeting at the Church
Street School (Aurora Museum) in March. A letter will be sent to
Jacqueline Stuart, Curator, thanking her for her hospitality.
3. It was reported that the Committee received a copy of the by-law
confirming the cross-appointment between the Committee and the
Aurora and District Historical Society. A second copy of the
by-law was given to the Historical Society.
C. Correspondence
K. Anderson reported that a notice was received from the Etobicoke
L.A.C.A.C. regarding a slide presentation on Ontario architecture to be
held at Montgomery's Inn on May 7, 1986. An announcement was received
from the Ministry of Citizenship and Culture concerning a L.A.C.A.C.
workshop to be held in Burlington on May 10, 1986. The Committee
recommended that, when possible, K. Anderson attend all workshops
applicable to L.A.C.A.C. matters.
STATUS REPORTS
D. Bring forward file
1. Last quarter 1985
K. Anderson reported that five matters were outstanding from the
last quarter of 1985, and all are to be dealt with in early 1986.
The items are as follows:
COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #78-Aurora Heritage Committee •.• Various Matters
a. Designations: The Committee is currently processing three
outstanding requests for designation and has received two
additional requests. The documentation for the initial three
will be forwarded to Council in June;
b. Public Information Program: see item 7;
c. Wellington Street East: Last fall, the Committee planned to
consolidate its work on Wellington Street from Yonge Street to
Bayview Avenue in accordance with the Committee's "Proposa 1
for the Orderly Deve 1 opment of Wellington Street East" and to
support Council on the sixty-foot width of the roadway. Plans
include an examination of the properties for preservation and
reuse, and preparation of guidelines and architectural
controls for infill;
d. Aurora Railway Station: This is an ongoing item, as the
Committee continues to study the revitalization of the station
and surrounding railroad lands and communicates with various
government agencies on the matter. A report is being
prepared; and
e. Development proposals: The Committee continues to monitor new
development and the redevelopment of existing sites, including
the Yonge/Irwin corner, Highland Motors (Yonge Street North),
Hazelburn Farm, and others.
2. First quarter 1986
In addition to those items listed above, the Committee is committed
to:
a. processing BRIC applications prior to the July 31, 1986
deadline; and
b. completing its response to the heritage matters contained in
the draft Official Plan.
E. Update of procedure manual
L. 01 iver updated Committee members on the status of the procedure
manual on "Requirements for the Recognition, Protection and Support of
Heritage Properties in Aurora". The section on designation was approved.
F. Public Information Program mailings
K. Anderson updated the Committee on the status of the Public
Information Program mailings. She indicated that 137 Heritage Property
Reports presently exist, including 99 full reports and 38 in the older
(pre-1983) format. Approximately 30 have been distributed to date. She
described the difficulties in obtaining the pamphlets on designation and
BRIC which are included with each report and covering letter. Both
pamphlets are out of print; the Committee has about 80 designation
pamphlets in store. K. Anderson will contact the Ministry to inquire
whether more will be printed. Approximately 60 packages may be mailed
immediately. A copy of the covering letter signed by Mayor West will be
tabled at the May meeting.
G. Decision Items
Susan Seibert, Planner joined the meeting and was welcomed by the
Chairman. The Committee considered items 13 and 14 on the agenda.
H. Response to draft Official Plan
1. Committee's response
The Committee's written response to the heritage issues in the
Official Plan is presently underway. Comments on Part Two, Goals
and Objectives, will be completed by May 12, 1986.
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Report #78-Aurora Heritage Committee .•. Various Matters
2. Heritage Issues
S. Seibert was invited to attend the meeting to brief the Committee
on her special concerns regarding the heritage implications in the
draft Official Plan. She distributed photocopies of Part 5 on
Development Policies which include references to We 11 i ngton Street
East, the natural environment, and the Central Business District.
The Committee suggested that Wellington Street may be conserved by
providing alternative uses for existing buildings.
S. Seibert described the limited uses of site plan control, but
indicated that guidelines for design concepts and massing can be
suggested to developers.
The Committee
responded that
in the Plan.
asked about archaeological sites. S, Seibert
environmentally sensitive sites have been identified
Section 5.4, General Principles, reflects the importance of
retaining the original features of the community. The Heritage
Committee has been asked to attach Appendix C, i.e., guidelines for
site plan control (suggested colours, materials, etc.) and
information on specific properties. It was recognized that Section
5.4.2 is already being applied as the L.A.C.A.C., established by
Council under provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, has been in
existence since 1976.
The Heritage Committee agreed to review its own mandate according
to policy statements in the draft Official Plan (including
references to natural heritage) in order to support Council on the
implementation of heritage issues in the Plan.
I. Wellington Street East
1. Planning issues for consideration
The Committee discussed the location of residential, commercial,
and industrial development along Wellington Street East according
to the draft Official Plan. The Committee suggested that the Town
would be better balanced by placing some residential development in
the eastern sector, such as near Bayview Avenue.
In conclusion, the Committee strongly supports the heritage
policies in the draft Official Plan. L. 01 iver and K. Wehrenberg
will prepare a response on behalf of the Committee, following up on
Section 5.4.2 in particular. The Committee thanked S. Seibert for
her comments.
J. Adjournment
The Committee adjourned at 10:30 p.m. The Committee agreed to reconvene
on Tuesday, April 29, 1986 to continue the meeting.
McKenzie:
Paivio:
Resolved that Aurora Heritage Committee Report #78 dated
April 22, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted.
CARRIED
Report #79 -The Aurora Heritage Committee -Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Aurora Heritage Committee was held on Tuesday, April 29,
1986 at the Administration Centre at 7:30 p.m. to continue its meeting from
April 22, 1986.
Present Were: Gerry Copley, Leslie Oliver, Councillor Herb McKenzie,
Klaus Wehrenberg, Art Tull, and researcher, Kathryn
Anderson.
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COUNCIL MEETING .•• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #79 -The Aurora Heritage Committee -Various Matters
A. Settlement plagues
1. Cost estimates
K. Anderson reported that she had contacted Nelson Bronze Ltd.,
suppliers of the first plaque, who indicated that it would cost
$819.55 to replace, plus $150.00 for the addition of the Town
crest. The Committee instructed her to order the plaque, black in
colour and with the crest.
2. Specifications for installation
K. Anderson reported that she had contacted the Ontario Heritage
Foundation who sent a speci fi cation sheet for the installation of
historic plaques. She will send a copy of the specifications to
the Parks Department along with an estimated delivery date.
3. Proposed wording for Wellington Street plague
K. Anderson submitted a proposed text for the Wellington Street
East plaque. The Committee approved the wording with slight
modification. The Committee discussed various 1 ocations for the
plaque and decided to have a tour before making a final decision.
4. Commemorative material
The Committee asked K. Anderson to prepare draft material by July,
1986.
5. Target date
The Committee decided to unveil the Wellington Street plaque in a
ceremony on September 21, 1986. Lei sure Services will be ad vi sed
of their calendar.
B. CNR/VIA Station
A response has been drafted for a letter from the Mayor to CNR to
acknowledgment of its letter. The Committee will prepare guidelines for
the future of the site to be vetted with CDAC.
C. Proposal for installation of Sherman tank by Queen's York Rangers
A. Tull reported that he had talked to P. Styrmo at the Toronto
Historical Board who indicated that the tank could present maintenance
and safety problems. The Committee discussed the positive and negative
aspects of the matter, as well as locations. The Committee agreed to
draft a letter to Council recognizing the historical importance of the
Queen's York Rangers, citing the maintenance problems other agencies had
encountered with such install at ions, recognizing the diverse views of
Committee members on this matter, and indicating that should the tank be
put into place, the Cenotaph is the most likely location.
D. Designation program
1. a, b, c, d, e, and f deferred.
2. New applications
L. Oliver reported that the owner of the Carpenter's House (69
Wellington Street East) has requested designation. The Committee
will process this request according to its established procedure.
E. Recognition plaguing program
Deferred.
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Report #79 -The Aurora Heritage Committee -Various Matters
NEW BUSINESS
F. Development proposals
Deferred.
G. Community heritage issues
Deferred.
H. Heritage information and resources
Deferred.
I. ADJOURNMENT
Special meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Items A.1 - B CARRIED
Item C
Buck:
Paivio:
Item C
Items D-H
McKenzie:
Paivio:
AMENDMENT
Resolved that the Aurora Heritage Committee be advised
that Council does not favour the placing of a Sherman Tank
at the Cenotaph.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
CARRIED
CARRIED
Resolved that Aurora Heritage Committee Report #79 dated
April 29, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted as
amended
CARRIED
Report #80 -Committee of Adjustment (A-8-86 -Barry Thomas)
Date of Decision: May 26, 1986
Name: Barry Thomas
Address: 132 Crawford Rose Drive, Aurora, Ont.
Property: Lot No. 115, Plan 65M-2189
In the matter of Section 44 of the Planning Act, 1983, Zoning By-law 2213-78
(as amended); and an application for Minor Variance to construct an inground
swimming pool on the subject property which would encroach upon the required
6.0 metre exterior sideyard setback a total of 1.0 metre,
The above noted application was heard by the Committee of Adjustment, Town
of Aurora on Monday, May 26, 1986 at 8:00 p.m.
It is the decision of the Committee that the request is GRANTED subject to
the following conditions:
1. that the construction of the proposed pool commence within one (1)
year of the date of this decision; in the event that the subject
property is sold prior to the pool's construction, the permission
granted herein shall not be transferable to a subsequent owner of
the property; and
2. that the variance granted shall be only for an inground pool of the
dimensions indicated on the application form.
COUNCIL MEETING •.. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #80 -Commt'ft'ee·tlf Adjustment (A-8-86 -Barry Thomas)
Take notice that the 1 ast day for appea 1 i ng this decision to the Ontario
Municipal Board is Wednesday, June 25, 1986.
Timpson:
Buck:
Resolved that Committee of Adjustment Report #80 dated May 26,
1986 (Application No. A-8-86 -Barry Thomas) be received.
CARRIED
Report #81 -Committee of Adjustment (A-9-86 -Revlis Securities)
Date of Decision: May 26, 1986
Name: Revl is Securities Ud.
Address: 55 Nugget Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario
Property: Lot 60, Plan 65M-2376 -78 Moorcrest Drive, Aurora, Ont.
In the matter of Section 44 of the Planning Act, 1983, Zoning By-law 2213-78
(as amended); and an application for Minor Variance to permit a single
storey bungalow dwelling to be constructed on the subject property which
would exceed the permitted lot coverage of 35% by 6.2%, resulting in a total
lot coverage of 41.2%.
The above noted application was heard by the Committee of Adjustment, Town
of Aurora on Monday, May 26, 1986.
It is the decision of the Committee that the request is REFUSED.
Take notice that the last day for appealing this decision to the Ontario
Municipal Board is Wednesday, June 25, 1986.
Timpson:
Buck:
Resolved that Committee of Adjustment Report #81 dated May 26,
1986 (Application No. A-9-86-Revlis Securities Ltd.) be
received.
CARRIED
Report #82-Committee of Adjustment (A-10-86-Revlis Securities)
Name: Revlis Securities Ltd.
Address: 55 Nugget Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario
Property: Lot 63, Plan 65M-2376 -72 Moorcrest Drive, Aurora
In the matter of Section 44 of the Planning Act, 1983, Zoning By-law 2213-78
(as amended); and an application for Minor Variance to permit a single
storey bunga 1 ow dwe 11 ing to be constructed on the subject property which
would exceed the permitted lot coverage of 35% by 10%, resulting in a total
lot coverage of 45%.
The above noted application was heard by the Committee of Adjustment, Town
of Aurora on May 26, 1986.
It is the Decision of the Committee that the request is REFUSED.
Take notice that the last day for appealing this decision to the Ontario
Municipal Board is Wednesday, June 25, 1986.
Timpson:
Buck:
Resolved that Committee of Adjustment Report #82 dated May 26,
1986 (Application No. A-10-86 -Revlis Securities Ltd.) be
received.
CARRIED
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COUNCIL MEETING •.. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #83-Leisure Services Committee ... Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee was held on Wednesday
May 21, 1986, at the Administrative Centre at 7:30 p.m.
Present were: Councillors Betty Pedersen, Martin Paivio and Herb
McKenzie; Director of Leisure Services, Fred Horvath;
Regrets:
Guest:
and Citizen Members, David Bagshaw, Lois Thompson,
Frank Shaw and Roger Seaman
Alf Merrill and Diane Buchanan
Klaus Wehrenberg
A. VARIOUS ITEMS
1. Letter #9-99 re: Aurora Community Tigers Club Sale
The Committee was advised of the sale of the Jr. A. Hockey
Franchise to Mr. Bob Ward of Newmarket and the name change of the
club to the Eagles.
2. 42 Seaton Drive -Mr. and Mrs. Konkle
The Committee recommends that the Town appropriately fence the
existing easement and make the necessary major improvements, in
order for it to be used as a wa 1 kway. Cost of these improvements
are not to exceed $14,000.00 which will be recovered from the Parks
Reserve Account.
3. Nonsmoking Bylaw Policy
The Committee discussed the possibility of deve 1 oping a nonsmoking
policy for the Community Centre. As it is the intent of the
Committee to recommend permitted smoking areas in the building, it
is recommended that staff meet with the users of the facility to
discuss the various options and report back to the Committee as
soon as possible.
4. Terms of Reference for Aurora Trails Standard Committee
The. attached terms of reference for this subcommittee has been
reviewed and recommended for approval by Council and directs staff
to place an advertisement for participation by interested citizens.
5. Senior Citizens Week
The Senior Citizens will be travelling to Orillia on June 24, 1986
in conjunction with Senior Citizens Week in Canada.
The Committee recommends that
event not to exceed $750.00.
#6340-62.
the Town pro vi de the buses for this
This is to be charged to account
6. Andy Investment -Open Space Block
The Committee reviewed the 1 andscape p 1 an of Janet Rosenberg and
Associates dated ~pril, 1986 and recommends that the plan be
accepted.
7. Willow Estates
The Committee reviewed the Plan of Subdivision for Part Lot 85,
Concession 1 W.Y.S., submitted April 28, 1986. The Committee is
concerned about the following points:
1. loss of the hardwood forest due to Road "C";
2. linear system design from west to east;
3. development of pond area; and
4. the maintenance of the natural character of the site.
COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #83-Leisure Services Committee ... Various Matters
8. Letter 10-114 re: Aurora Horticultural Society
The Committee recommends that the Society's renta 1 fee for Church
Street School be waived for 1986 due to the planting projects that
are to be undertaken by the Society.
9. McMahon Park -Lawn Bowling Green
The Committee was advised of the need to replace the existing
wooden light standard due to deterioration presenting a safety
problem.
The Committee recommends that the poles be replaced at a cost of
$2,800.00 to be charged to the Parks Reserve Account.
10. Confederation Park -Parking Lot
The present parking lot in this park needs some repairs and
renovation to make it su'itable for year round use. As the Separate
School uses the lot from time to time, it has agreed to pay for the
cost of materials for this reconstruction.
The Committee recommends that the Department undertake this project
and the Separate School Board be responsible for the supply of
materials.
11. Heritage Village
The Department of Leisure Services has met with the Heritage
Village Program about the possibility of participating in its
program at the Canadian National Exhibition. Heritage Village has
enabled communities to tell their stories through live
presentations, displays, dancing, music and historical drama. The
program is featured daily between the hours of 12:00 noon and 8:00
p.m. in Centennial Square. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs would
provide the following:
i) admission;
ii) passes for performers and exhibitors;
iii) bus passes;
iv) lighting;
v) sound;
vi) staff at the site; and
vii) light lunch.
The Town would be res pons i b 1 e for the program, bus transportation
from Aurora to the Canadian National Exhibition and any promotional
material. The dates suggested are August 20, 21, 28, or 29, 1986.
The Committee recommends that the Town participate in this program
and that Council allocate a budget of $500.00.
12. Letter #10-148 re: Participation Challenge
The Committee recommends that the Town of Aurora participate in the
challenge with Bradford and has instructed staff to have our flag
ready for our friendly neighbor.
13. Letter 9-125 re: Old Sweats Hockey Club
The Committee recommends that the hockey club be granted its
tournament permit and that there will be no objection to it
securing an outdoor liquor permit.
14. Canopy at Aurora Community Centre
The Committee requested staff to prepare a
canopy at the center detailing costs
expansion.
... ~
report on enclosing the
and potential program
COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #83-Leisure Services Committee ... Various Matters
B. MATTERS PENDING
Old Fire Hall Study
Theatre Aurora Meeting
Tree Policy
C. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Item 1
Item 2
Pedersen:
Jones:
Item 2
Item 3
Item 4
Jones:
Paivio:
Item 4
Items 5-6
Item 7
Buck:
Paivio:
Timpson:
Jones:
Item 7
Item 8
Buck:
Timpson:
Item 8
Item 9
Buck:
Pedersen:
CARRIED
AMENDMENT
Resolved that Item 2 be referred to the Technical Committee
and the Director of Leisure Services for a report.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
CARRIED
AMENDMENT
CARRIED
Resolved that this matter be referred back to the Leisure
Services Committee for a further report.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
CARRIED
AMENDMENT
CARRIED
Resolved that the Park plan as submitted be rejected.
DEFEATED
Resolved that the Developer be directed to redesign the Park
plan taking into consideration the following concerns of
Council:
1) 1 oss of hardwood forest due to Road "C";
2) linear system design west to east;
3) development of pond area; and
4) maintenance of the natural character of the site.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
AMENDMENT
CARRIED
Resolved that this item be referred back to the Committee
requesting the amount of monies to be waived.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
AMENDMENT
CARRIED
Resolved that this work be carried out and further that a
report be requested from the Director of Leisure Services as
to why this amount was not included in the 1986 Capital Budget.
CARRIED
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Report #83-Leisure Services Committee ... Various Matters
Item 9
Item 10
Jones:
Timpson:
Item 10
Item 11
Jones:
Paivio:
Item 11
CARRIED AS AMENDED
AMENDMENT
Resolved that this item be referred to the Technical Committee
Committee for a report.
CARRIED
CARRIED AS AMENDED
AMENDMENT
Resolved that the $500.00 budget for this project be taken
from the Leisure Services Special Events Budget.
CARRIED
Items 12-B
CARRIED AS AMENDED
CARRIED
Pedersen:
McKenzie:
Resolved that Leisure Services Committee Report #83 dated
May 21, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted as
amended, and the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
Report #84-Council in Committee .•. Various Matters
The Committee respectfully submits the following:
A meeting of Council in Committee was held on Wednesday, May 28, 1986 in the
Board Room at the Administrative Centre at 8:10 p.m.
Present Were: Mayor John West, Councillors Richard Barker, Evelyn Buck,
Tim Jones, Herb McKenzie, Martin Paivio, Betty Pedersen,
George Timpson and Norm Weller, Clerk-Administrator, K.
B. Rodger, Deputy Clerk, Colleen Gowan and Planner, Sue
Seibert
Councillor Evelyn Buck in the Chair.
A. CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter #11-93 Regional Engineering re: Intersection of Wellington
East/Industry Road
The Committee recommends that this letter be referred to the Public
Works Committee and further, that The Regional Municipality of York
be requested to include the installation of traffic signals and
Wellington Street East and Industry Road be included in its 1987
Budget. The cost is to be at Regional expense.
2. Letter #11-97 Regional Engineering re: Intersection of
Bathurst/Henderson
It is recommended that The Regional Municipality of York be advised
that Council concurs with the Installation of Traffic Lights at
Henderson Drive and Bathurst Street as outlined its letter of March
18, 1986. The Town engineers are to submit their road plans to the
Region for approval.
3. Letter #11-106 V. Mahajan re: Mobile Sign
It is the recommendation of the Committee that an exception to the
By-law be made and a 60 day total extension be granted.
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Report #84-Council in Committee ..• Various Matters
4. Letter #12-9 Canadian National re: Arbitrary Speed Limits for
Freight Trains
The Committee recommends that this
Council meeting of June 2, 1986.
Council room.
1 etter be deferred until the
Councillors to read report in
5. Letter #12-15 Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt re: 29 Ransom Court Lease
Council in Committee recommends that this request be granted
subject to the applicant signing the necessary agreement.
6. Letter #12-21 Hoffman, Sill ery re: Encroachment Agreement
It is recommended that permission be granted and agreement signed.
7. Letter #12-33 re: Mayor West memo concerning Ad Hoc Committee on
Representation
It is recommended that the Council of the Town of Aurora support
Mayor West in his endeavors at Regional Council to have
municipalities with one member on Regional Council increased so
that every municipality will have at least two representatives on
Regional Council.
It is further recommended that a meeting be arranged with our local
M.P.P. and the Minister of Municipal Affairs to discuss this
matter. The Mayor and Clerk-Administrator of King,
Whitchurch-Stouffville and East Gwillimbury also be invited to
attend this meeting.
8. Letter #12-44 Mayor West memo re: Marsh Harbour Sidewalk
It is the recommendation of this Committee that the sidewalk be
located on the north side of Marsh Harbour as previously stated.
9. Letter #12-55 Mrs. S. Seibert re: Red Line Changes -Pi ebrock
Subdivision
Council in Committee recommends that the report of the Planner
dated May 23, 1986 pertaining to Red Line Revisions -Piebrock -
19T-83039 be approved.
10. Letter #12-56 Technical Committee re: Lakeview Estates
The Committee recommends that the Report of the Technical Committee
dated May 23, 1986 -Lakeview -Draft Plan of Subdivision 19T-85011
be approved.
B. RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
1 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Letter #12-1 -S.L.S.C.A. re: 8th Annual Marsh Mash Marathon
Letter #12-10-The Liquor Licence Board of Ontario re: Tymes Pub
Letter #12-14-A.M.O. re: Mail Delivery
Letter #12-25 -Regional Clerk's Department re: Regional Water and
Sewage Works
Letter #12-27 -Regional Clerk's Department re: 1986 Levy
Letter #12-29 -O.S.U.M. re: Mail Delivery System
C. MATTERS PENDING
1. History of Aurora
2. Proposed Sewer Routing
3. "A" Frames -Technical Committee
4. Aurora Soccer Club
5. By-law Water Enforcement
6. Transportation Study
7. Election Expenses and Signs
8. Snow Clearing -Seniors
COUNCIL MEETING ••. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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Report #84-Council in Committee •.. Various Matters
D. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Items A.1
-A.6
Item A. 7
Buck:
Timpson:
CARRIED
AMENDMENT
Resolved that all members of Council and Clerk/Administrators
from King, Whitchurch-Stouffville, and East Gwillimbury
be invited to a meeting on June 26, 1986 to discuss the
strategy for a united front at a proposed meeting to be
arranged with our local M.P.P. and the Minister of Municipal
Affairs regarding the proposal that municipalities have at
least two representatives on Regional Council.
CARRIED
Items A.9 - D CARRIED
Pedersen:
Timpson:
RESOLUTIONS
Resolved that Council in Committee Report #84 dated May
29, 1986 be discussed item by item and accepted.
CARRIED
1. Commercial Facility -Iona Residential Subdivision -Henderson
Drive
Pedersen:
Timpson:
Whereas Council authorized the preparations of a by-law to
allow the construction of a commercial facility in the Iona
residential subdivision.
Now Therefore be it reso 1 ved that the aforementioned
resolution to prepare the by-law be rescinded.
Recorded Vote -The Municipal Council of the Town of Aurora -Commercial
Facility -Iona Residential Subdivision -Henderson Drive
Mayor West
Counci 11 or Buck
Councillor Jones
Councillor McKenzie
Councillor Paivio
Councillor Pedersen
Councillor Timpson
Councillor Weller
Yea
X
X
X
X
X
X
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CARRIED 6 - 2
2. Loan -Aurora Soccer Club
Nay
X
X
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Pedersen:
Timpson:
WHEREAS the Aurora Soccer Club Inc. wishes to construct a
clubhouse building on Block 33, Registered Plan M-51,
Industrial Parkway South, which is Town-owned property subject
to a lease to the Soccer Club;
AND WHEREAS the Aurora Soccer Club Inc. has requested a
financial loan from the Town pending fundraising receipts
which will repay the loan to the Town;
COUNCIL MEETING .•. MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
RESOLUTIONS
Weller:
Timpson:
Timpson:
Jones:
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AND WHEREAS the Town of Aurora
construction work and buildings are
above noted lands and are within the
repayment, as the Town could be held
of work on the subject property;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that:
is satisfied that the
being constructed on the
Club's financial means of
liable for any nonpayment
1. the Aurora Soccer Club Inc. must consult with the
appointed Town officials prior to a tender contract being
called and again before a tender is awarded;
2. that, if a tender contract is awarded and work commenced,
it shall be a stipulation that the Town shall be a party
of each monthly payment made by the Soccer Club to the
Contractor while it has sufficient funds, and further
that the Town will be willing to underwrite the maximum
amount of $35,000.00 as a temporary loan for such
additional monthly contractual invoices which shall be
paid directly to the Contractor by the Town, and the
Contractor shall issue monthly to the Town of Aurora a
statement of all payments made;
3. that such loan amount from the Town will be repayable at
9-1/2% interest until repaid in full and not later than
November 15, 1988, such payments to be made quarterly or
sooner and include both principle and interest;
4. that should such payments or procedures not be followed
by the Aurora Soccer Club Inc. then the Town will have
the right to review such Soccer Club lease and amend or
rescind such lease for cause; and
5. and the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
Resolved that the amount of $35,000.00 be inserted in clause
two (2).
CARRIED
Resolved that the figure of 9-1/2% be inserted in Clause
three (3).
CARRIED
3. Authorization to Request Grants from Ministry of Tourism and
Recreation
Pedersen: Reso 1 v.ed that staff be authorized to make app 1 i cation to the
McKenzie: Ministry of Tourism and Recreation for grants under the new
Recreation Facilities and Capital Conservation Projects
Program for the following 1986-1987 projects:
i) Structural Adequacy Test -Aurora Community Centre;
ii) Fire Alarm and Detection System -Aurora Community
Centre; and
iii) Alliance Park Field House and Hall.
CARRIED
4. Policy Regarding Conference Expenses
Timpson: Resolved that any member of Council who wishes to attend a
Pedersen: Conference within Canada or continental United States obtain
approval to attend such a Conference from the Head of
Council. That the Head of Council be authorized to authorize
expenditures in this regard for Members of Council in
accordance with the prevailing pol icy of Council as amended
from time to time.
COUNCIL MEETING •.• MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
RESOLUTIONS
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Be It Further Resolved that any Department Head and/or
Assistant Department Head who wishes to attend a Conference
within Canada or continental United States obtain approval to
do so from the Clerk Administrator and the Head of Council .
That the Head of Council and the Clerk Administrator be
authorized to approve a 11 expenditures for such purposes in
accordance with the prevailing pol icy of Council as amended
from time to time.
Be It Further Resolved that the spending ceilings for
Conferences be as follows:
Mayor
Counc i 11 ors
Clerk Administrator
Department Head
Assistant Department Head
$1,500
1,200
1,200
900
800
That the maximum per diem rate be increased to $150.00 for
overnight accommodation and the per diem where no
accommodation is required be $35.00.
Transportation costs to be actual mileage or the equivalent to
economy air fare, whichever is the lesser amount.
Registration allowance for spouse may be paid by Town at time
of registering but to be deducted from Council member's
expense allowance.
Members of Council may make application for attendance at one
or more conferences, providing the annual allocation for
registration, transportation and conference expenses is not
exceeded.
Council, by Resolution, may provide for extraordinary
conference expenses (e.g., hospitality, board or executive
meetings, or other expenses as may from time to time apply).
CARRIED
5. Payment of Invoices -Reid and Associates
Buck: Resolved that the following invoices of Reid and Associates
Weller: Limited:
Project
Advisory Services (April)
Aurora Country Estates Subd.
Reconstruction-Indust.Pkwy.N.
Archerhill Subdivision
Town Industrial Park
(Old Park Holdings)
Town Industrial Park
(Old Park Holdings-Pump. Sta.)
Parking Lot Improvement
(Temperance & Wellington)
Reconstruction-Dunning Ave.
Bathurst St. Trunk Watermain
Vandorf/Bayview Water Supply
Metric Servicing Plan
TOTAL
Invoice
Number Amount Account
11024
11027
11033
11034
11037
11038
11045
11049
11052
11053
11086
2,904.50 3100-38
958.96 Eng. Res.
9,291.21 3360-40
410.92 Eng. Res.
59.46 Ind.Park
829.61 Ind.Park
180.07 C.I.A.P.
2,039.36 3360-40
1,803.76 Waterworks
590.49 9140-38
$ 1,744.54 Serv.Res.
$20,812.88
in the total amount of $20,812.88 be paid and the Seal of
the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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RESOLUTIONS
6. Payment of Firefighters Stipends
Weller: Resolved that the Firefighters Stipends for the six month
Jones: period from December 1, 1985 to May 29, 1986 in the total of
$44,724.20 be paid and the Seal of the Corporation be attached
hereto.
CARRIED
7. Payment Certificate Number 7-Kalabria General Contractor Ltd.
Buck: Resolved that, upon the recommendation of Reid and Associates
Weller: Limited, Payment Certificate No.7 for Project No. 1184-
Reconstruction of Dunning Avenue in the amount of $41,364.00
be paid to Ka 1 abri a Genera 1 Contractor Ltd. and the Sea 1 of
the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
8. Payment Certificate Number 2-Rono Construction Company Limited
Buck:· Resolved that, upon the recommendation of Reid and Associates
Weller: Limited, Payment Certificate No. 2 for Project No. 1153 -
Orchard Heights Senior Citizens Complex in the amount of
$6,111.67 be paid to Rono Construction Company Limited and the
Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
9. Waiving of Condition in Offer to Purchase -Progressive Packaging
Jones:
Timpson:
Resolved that if Progressive Packaging builds an additional
50,000 square feet of space that the Town of Aurora waive the
condition in the Offer to Purchase for Part 45 of Compiled
Plan 10328.
CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Yermus Brothers -Draft conditions
!'leller: Resolved that the conditions as presented by the Clerk-
Jones: Administrator be approved; the Solicitor directed to
prepare the Agreement; and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized
to sign same.
CARRIED
2. Tannery Creek Phase II
Timpson: Resolved that Andy Investments Ltd. be authorized to
Weller: preservice these subdivision, Tannery Creek Phase II in
accordance with Town Policies.
BY-LAWS
Timpson:
Jones:
CARRIED
Be It Hereby Resolved that:
Bill Number 2847-86 -Being a By-law to amend By-law Number
2725-84, a By-law regulating Building
Permits and prescribing fees;
Bill Number 2851-86 -Being a By-law to amend By-law Number
1614-64, as amended, authorizing
participation by the Corporation of
the Town of Aurora in the Ontario
Municipal Employees Retirement System;
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COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
BY-LAWS
Timpson:
Pedersen:
Timpson:
Pedersen:
Timpson:
Pedersen:
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Bill Number 2852-86 -Being a By-law to authorize the
issuance of debentures;
Bill Number 2853-86 -Being a By-law to amend Zoning
By-law 2213-78 (Lutheran Church); and
Bill Number 2854-86 -Being a By-law to approve the sale
... be read a First Time.
of certain lands to Progressive
Packaging Limited for the
establishment and carrying on of an
industrial operation
CARRIED
Be It Hereby Resolved that:
Bill Number 2847-86 -Being a By-law to amend By-law Number
2725-84, a By-law regulating Building
Permits and prescribing fees;
Bill Number 2851-86 -Being a By-law to amend By-law Number
1614-64, as amended, authorizing
participation by the Corporation of
the Town of Aurora in the Ontario
Municipal Employees Retirement System;
Bill Number 2852-86 -Being a By-law to authorize the
issuance of debentures;
Bill Number 2853-86 -Being a By-law to amend Zoning
By-law 2213-78 (Lutheran Church); and
Bill Number 2854-86 -Being a By-law to approve the sale
of certain lands to Progressive
Packaging Limited for the
estab 1 i shment and carrying on of an
industrial operation
... be read a Second Time.
CARRIED
Be It Hereby Resolved That:
Bill Number 2826-86 -Being a By-law to authorize the
application for approval to
expropriate easements or rights in
the nature of easements for the
Parkway Trunk Sewer;
Bill Number 2849-86 -Being a By-law to provide for the
paying of remuneration to the members
of Council; and
Bill Number 2850-86 -Being a By-law to fix the Salary of
the Hydro Electric Power
Commissioners of the Town of Aurora
.•• be read a Third Time.
CARRIED
Be It Hereby Resolved that Section 21 of the By-law Number
2554-83 be suspended and Bill Number 2852-86 and Bill Number
2854-86 now before Counci 1 , be read a Third Time and enacted
and the Third Reading be taken as read.
CARRIED
COUNCIL MEETING ... MONDAY, JUNE 2, 1986
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QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
Councillor Paivio -
Councillor Weller -
Councillor Buck
ADJOURNMENT
When is work to start on Temperance Street -
Parking Lot
Trees in front of 137 Yonge Street should be saved
Report on Council's visit to Cambridge
Have expert look at trees at 137 Yonge Street South
Horse Show over two weekends
Jones: Resolved that the meeting be adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
CARRIED
MAYOR tLERl.