MINUTES - Council - 19870415MINUTES
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 19-87
Boardroom, Town of Aurora Administrative Offices
Wednesday, April 15, 1987
8:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Mayor West in the Chair; Councillors Buck,
Barker, Jones, McKenzie, Paivio, Pedersen,
Timpson and Weller.
STAFF MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Chief Administrative Officer, Director of
Public Works, Chief Building Official,
Fire Chief, Treasurer, Deputy Clerk and
Administrative Assistant.
Clerk and Director of Planning absent on
vacation.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT
Councillor Pedersen declared a possi b 1 e Conflict of Interest in accounts
paid to Canada Law Book due to 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 Jones declared a possible Conflict of Interest in accounts paid
to Bank of Montreal 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 Paivio declared a possible Conflict of Interest in Report No.
PL87-054-127 and the First and Second Readings of By-law No. 2904-87 due to
possible contractual involvement 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 questions.
Councillor Timpson declared a possible Conflict of Interest in accounts paid
to York Region Board of Education due to 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 McKenzie declared a possible Conflict of Interest in accounts
paid to Herb McKenzie Auto Parts Inc. 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.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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#243
Moved by Councillor Barker Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein.
AMENDMENT -Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution
it was:
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the matter of the York Region Roman Catholic Separate School
Board site plan for the proposed new school on Walton Drive be
added to the Agenda under Unfinished Business;
THAT the letter from the Aurora Agricultural Society and Aurora
Horse Show be added to the Resolutions section; and
THAT the letter recently received from the Optimist Club be added
to the Agenda to be considered together with its 1 etter 1 i sted in
the Correspondence section.
CARRIED
The resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
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PASSING OF ACCOUNTS
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#245
Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT the following Capital Accounts in the total amount of
$27,399.17, details of which are on file with the Treasury Office,
be approved for payment by Counci 1 and the Mayor issue orders on
the Treasurer for same, and the seal of the Corporation be attached
hereto.
Administration & Equipment Reserve
Van Hal Services
F. Simpson Electric
Sharron St. Croix-Deering
Decision Data (Canada) Ltd.
Family Leisure Complex
Balloonman of Canada
Toronto Sun
Toronto Star
Capital Levy Reserve
1,370.18
113.14
364.80
2,574.78
27.44
1,029.60
610.05
Consumer's Gas 1,430.00
Moffat Kinoshita 6,275.00
Moffat Kinoshita 1,874.95
Moffat Kinoshita 1,607.33
Moffat Kinoshita 9,550.00
Industrial Park
Aurora Banner
8,149.95
11,157.33
CARRIED
$ 4,422.90
$ 1,667.09
$20,737.28
571.90
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the following Accounts in the tota 1 amount of $1,494,804.27
details of which are on file with the Treasury Office, be approved
by Council for payment and the Mayor issue orders on the Treasurer
for same, and the seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
Genera 1
Fire Department
Works Department
Parks Department
Community Buildings:
Parks Building
Chamber of Commerce
Community Centre:
Building
Canteen
Leisure Services
Church St.
Victoria Ha 11
McMahon Bldg.
Water
763.72
23.50
6,962.07
3,350.88
109.06
95.69
348.72
$ 5,484.22
1,240.52
19,295.07
2,514.58
787.22
10,312.95
4,794.97
553.47
Accounts Paid Prior to Council
2,213.26
$1,447,608.01
CARRIED
Councillor Pedersen having earlier declared a possible Conflict of Interest
in the account of Canada Law Book did not take part in the vote called with
respect to the payment of this invoice.
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Councillor Jones having earlier declared a possible Conflict of Interest in
the account of the Bank of Montrea 1 did not take part in the vote called
with respect to the payment of this invoice.
Councillor Timpson having earlier declared a possible Conflict of Interest
in the account of York Region Board of Education did not take part in the
vote called with respect to the payment of this invoice.
Councillor McKenzie having earlier declared a possible Conflict of Interest
in the account of Herb McKenzie Auto Parts Inc. did not take part in the
vote called with respect to the payment of this invoice.
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
The CrownLife Participaction Challenge re: participation in Challenge on
May 27, 1987
#246 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the concept of the Letter regarding the CrownLife
participation with the Town of Bradford be endorsed.
CARRIED
C. David Cox, P. Eng., Consulting Engineer re: proposed zoning by-law
amendment; Application Z-5-87; Old Yonge St., Stolp Homes
#247 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT this matter be referred to the Planner's Report No.
PL87-053-126 on the Agenda for consideration.
CARRIED
Aurora Soccer Club Inc. 1981 re: Permission to Sponsor 10 km Run-a-thon -
June 7, 1987-Highland Park
#248 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT permission for the Aurora Soccer Club to sponsor a 10 km run
on Sunday, June 7, 1987 be granted.
CARRIED
Ontario Humane Society re: Annual "All For The Animals" Lottery -July 31,
1987
#249 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT Council does hereby grant permission to the Ontario Humane
Society to sell tickets for its "All For The Animals" lottery in
the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
Persechini 's 10 km Run/Walkathon re: Permission to close St. John Sideroad
from Leslie St. to Second
#250 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT permission for the closing of St. John's Sideroad between
Leslie Street and Bayview Avenue on May 31st to accommodate the
Persechini Run/Walkathon be granted.
CARRIED
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Ministry of Housinl re: Ontario Home Renewal Program (OHRP) -Approval of
provincial grant -135,785.26
#251 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Treasurer be responsible for the administration of the
funds and that the Building Department be responsible for the
supervision of the works undertaken through the Program.
CARRIED
Mayor West memo to Members of Council re: Access to Bathurst Street -
Chatterly/Willow Farm Developments
#252 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the recommendation for the Chatterly property to proceed to an
Official Plan Amendment be approved.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
a) The Aurora Banner re: typographical errors in advertisements
b) Mr. Brian Marshall, Optimist Club of Aurora re: Charity Slo-Pitch
Baseball Tournament -July 18 -19, 1987 -Permission to host a beer
garden
c) Mr. Brian Marshall, Optimist Club of Aurora re: Use of Community
Centre facilities for beer garden
DELEGATIONS
Mrs. Pam MacDonald, Chairman -Special Events Committee, York County
Hospital Foundation re: Whipper Watson Cat Scan Campaign
Mrs. Pam MacDonald, the Chairman of the Special Events Committee of the York
County Hospital Foundation, addressed Council regarding the upcoming Whipper
Watson Cat Scan Campaign. She indicated that 1.7 million dollars is
required to fund the purchase of this equipment. These monies are to be
raised entirely through donations. It was requested that Council approve
the subsidized use of Town facilities for fundraising functions up to a
total value of $2,500.00. Mrs. MacDonald reported that similar requests
have been approved by the Towns of Bradford, Georgina and East Gwillimbury.
#253 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT this matter be referred to Unfinished Business on the Agenda
for discussion.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Committee of the Whole Meeting No. 17-87, April 8, 1987
#254 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting No. 17-87
held April 8, 1987 be received, and the recommendations, with the
exception of recommendation Nos. 15 and 28, carried by the
Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
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NEW BUSINESS ARISING FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT
Report No. ADM87-010-102 -Extended Office Hours (Recommendation No. 15)
#255 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT proposal No. 3 be expanded upon by staff and a report
regarding the implementation of same be submitted by the Chief
Administrative Officer.
On a recorded vote, the resolution was CARRIED.
YEAS 6 NAYS 3
VOTING YEA: Councillors Barker, Jones, McKenzie, Paivio, Pedersen,
and Mayor West.
VOTING NAY: Councillors Buck, Timpson and Weller.
Deleoation of Mr. Douolas Vanderburoh, York Reqion Tourism Marketin
-Request of grant of 10¢ per capita (Recommendation No. 28
#256 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Paivio
THAT the request of York Region Tourism Marketing Agency for a
grant in an amount equa 1 to 10¢ per capita be approved and taken
from the Economic Development Account No. 7400-45, and the seal of
the Corporation be attached hereto.
On a recorded vote, the resolution was DEFEATED.
NAYS 5 YEAS 4
VOTING NAY: Councillors Barker, Buck, Timpson, Weller and
Mayor West.
VOTING YEA: Councillors Jones, McKenzie, Paivio and Pedersen.
STAFF REPORTS
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Report No. ADM87-015-113 -Municipal Administration Course Administrative
Assistant; Accounts Payable/Data Entry Clerk, Treasury
#257 Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT Mrs. Marjorie Dawson and Mrs. Peggy Be 11 be authorized to
enroll in the Municipal Administration Course and be eligible for
reimbursement at 100% upon successful completion; the costs to be
charged against Account Nos. 1100-49 and 1200-49, respectively, and
the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Report BLDG87-014-114 -Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora and
the Aurora Hydro Electric Commission
#258 Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and the Aurora Hydro Electric
Commission.
CARRIED
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Report No. BLDGS?-015-115 -Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora
and Anthony F. Bondi
#259 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and Anthony F. Bondi.
CARRIED
Report No. BLDGB?-016-116 -Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora
and 610645 Ontario Inc.
#260 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and 610645 Ontario Inc.
(Timberlane Tennis Club).
CARRIED
Report No. BLDGB?-017-117 -Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora
and Spectrum Educational Supplies Ltd.
#261 Moved by Councillor Barker Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and Spectrum Educational
Supplies Ltd.
CARRIED
Report No. BLDGS?-018-118 -Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora
and Donway Holdings Ltd., Metrogon Holdings Ltd., and Guided Investments
Ltd.
#262 Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and Donway Holdings Limited,
Metrogon Holdings Ltd., Guided Investments Limited (The Friedman
Group).
CARRIED
Report No. BLDGB?-019-119 -Portable Sales Office for Wellington Meadows
subdivision, Hammond Drive
#263 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT permission be granted to Alexander Investment Ltd., to locate
a portable sales office approximately 20' x 40' in the proposed
Wellington Meadows subdivision, consisting of 35 residential lots,
at the end of Hammond Drive.
CARRIED
Report No. BLDGB?-020-120 -Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora
and Engelhard Industries of Canada Limited
#264 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and Engelhard Industries
Limited.
CARRIED
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LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Report No. LS87-015-121 -Provincial Grant Programs
#265 Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Town of Aurora supports applications to the Ministry of
Tourism and Recreation 1987-1988 Capital Program for the following
projects:
i) Aurora Family Leisure Complex-Phase Two;
ii) Seniors Centre;
iii) Alliance Park Athletic Field and Clubhouse;
iv) Aurora Community Centre -safety initiatives;
v) McMahon Park -fencing and resurfacing tennis courts; and
vi) Confederation and Fleury Park -resurfacing tennis courts.
CARRIED
Report No. LS87-017-122 -1987 Tennis Program
#266 Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Town work cooperatively with the Aurora Community Tennis
Club in providing instructional tennis this summer to our residents.
CARRIED
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Report No. PL87-050-123 -Notice of Proposed Official Plan Amendment -Town
of Whitchurch-Stouffville
#267 Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Clerk of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville be notified
that the Town of Aurora has no objection to the proposed Official
Plan Amendment for Nick Syrianos.
CARRIED
Report No. PL87-051-124 -Planning Amendment Act 1987
#268 Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Ministry of Municipal Affairs be advised that the Town is
supportive of the proposed amendments; and
THAT staff be directed to prepare a report on procedures when the
amendment becomes effective.
CARRIED
Report No. PL87-052-125 -Proposed Official Plan Amendment No. 56 -Town of
Newmarket
#269 Moved by Councillor Barker Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the Town of Aurora request that any lots within Official Plan
Amendment No. 56 whi£h abut the Aurora municipal boundary be no
less than 3,060 m (0.75 acres) and contain a berm and
landscaping suitable to the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
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Report No. PL87-053-126 -Meeting with 01 d Yonge Street Residents re:
Stolp Proposal; and C. David Cox, P. Eng., Consulting Engineer re: proposed
zoning by-law amendment, Application Z-5-87
#270 Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT the minutes of the meeting be received as information and
distributed to those residents who attended the meeting.
CARRIED
Report No. PL87-054-127 -Revised Site Plan; Proposed Zoning By-law
Amendment; Dwyer, Dwyer, Downes; Lot 6, Registered Plan 107; 104 Wellington
Street East; Z-07-87
#271 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the By-law for Application Z-07-87, Dwyer, Dwyer, Downes, be
processed on the basis that the applicant has complied in principle
with Council's direction for the redesign of the parking lot; and
THAT Third Reading of the By-law not be given until the site plan
agreement has been completed.
CARRIED
Councillor Paivio having earlier declared a possible Conflict of Interest in
Report No. PL87-054-127 did not take part in the vote called with respect to
this matter.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT
Report No. TR87-007-128 -July 1st Festivities
#272 Moved by Councillor Barker Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the 1987 July 1st celebrations be held at the Aurora Community
Centre, Fleury and Machell Parks on Tuesday, June 30 and Wednesday,
July 1, 1987; and
THAT a by-law be prepared closing Yonge Street on July 1st from
10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. from Allaura Boulevard to Aurora Heights
Drive and be sent to the Ministry for approval.
CARRIED
Report No. TR87-008-129 -Purchase of Electric Rodder -Works Department
#273 Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT an electric rodder be purchased from Pipe Tools Supplies Ltd.,
Weston for $2,506.69 plus freight estimated at $100.00, the funds
to come from the 1987 Capital Account, and the Seal of the
Corporation be applied hereto.
CARRIED
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Report No. TR87-009-130 -Purchase of Vehicles -1987
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#275
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT the following summary of specifications for purchase of
vehicles in 1987 for the Town of Aurora be approved:
I. PUBLIC WORKS AND ENGINEERING
1. Five Ton Diesel Truck, Cab and Chassis (34,000 lbs.
G.V.W.)
ready to be fitted with a Two-Way Dump Box, Hoist, Plow
Harness, One-Way Plow, Tower and Wing. Included in 1987
Capital Budget, Transportation, at an estimated
$85,000.00 as a replacement for 1971 International.
2. Economy Car
minimum four cylinder, automatic transmission, production
line vehicle, fold down back seat or hatchback which can
be utilized as a storage area for tools and supplies,
lead-free, fleet red for meter reader. Included in 1987
Capital Budget, Transportation, at an estimated $9,000.00
II. DEPARTMENT OF LEISURE SERVICES
1. One Half Ton 1987 Pick Up
eight cylinder, minimum 5,600 lbs. G.V.W., automatic
transmission, carrying stake body with underbody hoist.
Included in 1987 Capital Budget, Recreation, at an estimated
$14,500.00 for use in Parks operations
2. One Ton Stake Truck with Crew Cab
eight cylinder, four speed manual transmission, minimum 10,000
lbs. G.V.W. included in 1987 Capital Budget, Recreation at an
estimated $22,500.00 for use in Parks operations.
AMENDMENT -Upon the question of the adoption of the
resolution it was:
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the recommended specifications for the purchase of an economy
car for the Public Works Department and the one-half ton 1987
pick-up for the Leisure Services Department be referred to the next
Committee of the Whole meeting for discussion.
CARRIED
The resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
RESOLUTIONS
Payment Certificate No. 4 -Associated Paving Company Ltd. Project No. 1149
-Vandorf Sideroad
#276 Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Jones
RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of Reid and Associates
Limited, Payment Certificate No. 4 for Project Number 1149 (Vandorf
Sideroad) in the total amount of $4,305.00 be paid to Associated
Paving Company Limited and the Seal of the Corporation be attached
hereto.
REFERRAL
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#277 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT this item be referred to the next Committee of the Whole
meeting for a report to be submitted by Mr. Walker and
Mr. Gilchrist concerning the alleged deficiencies.
REFERRAL CARRIED
Payment Certificate No. 6 (Final) -Bathurst St. Trunk Watermain -Project
No. 1201
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#279
#280
Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Jones
RESOLVED that, upon the recommendation of Reid and Associates
Limited, Payment Certificate No. 6 (Final) for Project Number 1201
-Bathurst Street Trunk Watermain in the total amount of $5,000.00
be paid to Advice Contracting Ltd. and the seal of the Corporation
be attached hereto.
REFERRAL
Moved by Councillor Barker Seconded by Councillor Paivio
THAT, as this project has similar problems as the Vandorf Road
paving recommendations, this matter also be referred to the next
Committee of the Whole meeting for a report.
DEFEATED
AMENDMENT -Upon the question of the adoption of the
resolution as presented it was:
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Paivio
THAT the words, "and a staff report be submitted" be added to the
resolution for the approval of the certificate.
CARRIED
The resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
Mayor West memo to Members of Council re: Fund Raising Committee and
Purchase of Limited Edition of Plates
#281 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
RESOLVED that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign an
Agreement for the purchase of a limited edition of plates to be
sold by the Leisure Services Fund Raising Committee at a cost not
to exceed $8,975.00, to be charged to the Family Leisure Complex
Reserve Account, and the Seal of the Corporation be attached hereto.
CARRIED
Aurora Agricultural Society and Aurora Horse Show re: Permission to
operate a lleer tent
#282 Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Aurora Agricultural Society and Aurora Horse Show be
granted permission to operate a beer tent on the grounds of Machell
Park during the two days of the 1987 Aurora Horse Show i.e.,
Saturday, June 13, 1987 -12:00 noon to 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, June
14, 1987 -12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.
CARRIED
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Delegation of Mrs. Pam MacDonald, Chairman -Special Events Committee, York
County Hospital Foundation re: Whipper Watson Cat Scan Campaign
#283
#284
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT approval be given to the extension of the Town's policies for
the subsidized use of the facilities to the limit as suggested by
the delegation.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Treasurer and Director of Leisure Services be directed to
prepared a report on the Grants Policy and where the Town has made
exceptions and on what basis the exceptions have been made.
CARRIED
York Region Roman Catholic Separate School Board Site Plan for proposed new
school on Walton Drive
The Chief Building Official and the Chief Administrative Officer highlighted
for Council the amendments made to the site plan for the proposed school to
be constructed on Walton Drive. It was indicated that the driveway access
located on the Town parkland had been shifted some 20 feet to the south.
#285
BY-LAWS
#286
Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the three recommendations contained within Report No.
BLDG87-012-97 set out hereunder and incorporating the revised plans
as submitted this evening be approved:
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to:
1. issue a letter of agreement for the joint use of that
portion of parkland on Walton Drive as detailed on the
attached site plan;
2. sign an easement agreement in favour of Aurora Hydro and
the York Region Separate School Board for hydro servicing
purposes, such service to be located within the easement
and not to interfere with storm drainage flow,
catchbasins and manholes and to be approved by the
Department of Public Works of the Town; and
3. that the site plan agreement, a copy of which is attached
hereto is approved, be signed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for First Reading:
2904-87 Being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2213-78
(Dwyer, Dwyer, Downes);
2905-87 Being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2213-78
(Magum); and
2906-87 Being a by-law to amend Bylaw 2613-83, as amended, a
By-law to provide for the regulation of parking within
the Town of Aurora (McDonald Drive)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
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#287 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Second Reading:
2904-87 Amend Zoning By-law (Dwyer, Dwyer, Downes);
2905-87 Amend Zoning By-law 2213-78 (Magum); and
2906-87 Amend Bylaw 2613-83, as amended, (McDonald Dr.)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
Councillor Paivio having earlier declared a possible Conflict of Interest in
the First and Second Readings of By-law No. 2904-87 did not take part in the
votes called with respect to this By-law.
#288 Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-law for Third Reading:
2902-87 Being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 2213-78
(Timberlane Tennis Club)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Jones -status of the Library Square development; and
-new Council procedures and the rediscussion of
matters previously considered.
Councillor Weller -proposed park improvements around the new Leisure
Services Complex; and
-provision of access to the Public Works
Absentee/Overtime Reports and the monthly Fire Reports.
Councillor Timpson -proposed sidewalk for the south side of Wellington
Street West;
-status of rezoning by-law for T.G. Management Services
Limited; and
-public knowledge of the Municipal Open House scheduled
for April 18th.
Councillor Barker -procedural by-law provisions relative to speaking once
in an issue.
NEW BUSINESS
Counci 11 or Buck requested permission to introduce a motion without notice
regarding public input into the new Administrative Complex.
#289 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the rules of procedure be waived and that Councillor Buck be
permitted to present a motion without notice regarding the new
Administrative Centre.
CARRIED
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#290 Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Paivio
THAT staff advise Council as to the most quick and efficient way to
invite the public to have input into the design and plans for the
new Administrative Centre.
CARRIED
Memo to Mayor and Members of Council from Councillor Herb McKenzie re:
Proposed Downtown Committee
#291 Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Barker
THAT Councillor McKenzie be appointed the Chairman of the new
Committee created regarding the business area.
CARRIED
Property Matters
The Council meeting was adjourned at 10:32 p.m. An In Camera discussion was
held concerning property matters. The open meeting was reconvened at 10:53
p.m.
#292
#293
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Town of Aurora accept the offer of Correct Building
Corporation in the amount of $805,000.00 for the purchase of the
9.458 acre parcel of land on Engelhard Drive. The Town to take
back a first mortgage of $550,000.00 @ 9-1/2% for one year. The
agreement is to provide ·that the building stage 1 shall be
completed within 15 months. One hundred jobs are to be created
from the first phase construction of a minimum 60,000 square feet.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the Town of Aurora accept the offer of Robert James Metcalfe
(In Trust) in the amount of $255,406.00 for the purchase of the
1.878 acre parcel of land located on the Industrial Parkway North
with the understanding that the Town's three standard conditions
respecting sewage allocation, future severances and soils report
which were deleted from the offer must be reinserted by the
Tenderer.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#294 Moved by Councillor Timpson
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:55 p.m.
CARRIED
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Mayor Clerk