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MINUTES
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 18-89
Boardroom
York Region Board of Education Administrative Offices
Wednesday, April 12, 1989
COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
8:02 p.m.
Mayor West in the Chair,
Councillors Jones, Mcintyre,
McKenzie, Ochalski, Pedersen,
Stewart, Timpson, and Weller
STAFF MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Chief Administrative Officer, Clerk,
Deputy Clerk, Director of Leisure
Services, Director of Personnel,
Director of Planning, Director of
Public Works, Chief Building
Official, Fire Chief, and Treasurer.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Councillor McKenzie declared a possible Conflict of Interest in Resolution
Number 161 passed on March 22, 1989, authorizing the Accounts paid to Herb
McKenzie Auto Parts, due to monetary interest in same. Councillor McKenzie
was not in attendance at the meeting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#193 .• Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
Mr. Telly Spasopoulos, 250213 Holdings Limited re: Browning property, Lot
7, EYS
Mr. Spasopoulos came before Council to request reconsideration of the Town's
decision to retain the Browning property. In support of the request
estimates of the revenue, interest income, and future assessment to be
gained through the sale of the property were provided. Council was informed
that as they had taken little action to improve or maintain the property
since acquiring ownership, it would be worthwhile to once again consider
it's sale. It was stated that the conceptual plan prepared by the Town for
the passive development of the lands placed an undue burden on his adjoining
holdings through infringements required to gain access for the handicapped
and for parking purposes. A final decision on the sale of the lands was
requested.
#194. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT this matter be referred to Unfinished Business.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Canadian Union of Public Employees request to acknowledge April 28, 1989 as
an official day of recognition for workers killed or injured on the job
#195. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT April 28, 1989, be declared a day of Recognition for workers
killed or injured on the job as established by the Canadian Labour
Congress.
CARRIED
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Liquor Licence Board of Ontario re: application for Patio Licence by Barrel
Pizza Parlour and Spaghetti House
#196. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the request of Barrel Pizza Parlour be referred to the Chief
Building Official for a Report to Council at their next meeting.
CARRIED
Aurora Men's Slo-Pitch League reguest for permission to serve alcohol at
the Tournament to be held at Fleury Park on June 23, 24, and 25, 1989
#197. Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT permission be granted to the Aurora Men's Slo Pitch League to
serve beer during a Tournament to be held at Fleury Park on June
23, 24, and 25, 1989.
CARRIED
The Canadian Red Cross Society re: seminar on Emergency Response Training
to be held April 17 and 18, 1989
#198. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
ouse
#199.
THAT the correspondence from the Canadian Red Cross Society be
received and those Councillors wishing to attend be permitted to do
so.
CARRIED
Grant in res
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the grant request totalling $3,000.00 for work undertaken at
72 Vonge Street North under the Designated Property Grants program
be approved.
CARRIED
Plaxton and Mann, Barristers and Solicitors re: encroachment at 69
Industrial Parkway
#200. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the requested permission for the continuation of the
encroachment of the bui 1 ding on the road a 11 owance be referred to
staff for a report at the next meeting of Council.
CARRIED
Optimist Club of Aurora Inc., re: reguest to serve alcohol at the Men's Slo
Pitch Tournament at Fleury Park and Town Park on Saturday June 17, and
Sunday, June 18, 1989
#201. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT permission be granted to the Optimist Club of Aurora to serve
beer during a Tournament to be he 1 d in Fleury Park on June 17 and
18, 1989.
CARRIED
Ministry of Housing re: Rental Housing Protection Act, 1989
#202. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Minister of Housing's correspondence be referred to the
Chief Building Official for a report at the next meeting of Council.
CARRIED
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Mayor West memo to Members of Counci 1 re: York Region Tourism Marketing
Agency request for Town's support of an advertising proJect for York Region
#203. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the request of the York Region Tourism Marketing Agency for
support of an advertising project at a cost not to exceed $1,000.00
be approved, subject to the understanding that the Town will be
provided an opportunity to review the material prior to publication
to ensure the municipality is appropriately represented. The funds
to be charged to Account 101-301.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
a) Honourable Ed Fulton, Minister of Transportation re: 1988 transit
subsidy allocation and increase thereto
b) Honourable Hugh ,O'Neil, Minister of Tourism and Recreation re: approval
of applicat1on for Facility Management Grant
c) Honourable Hugh O'Neil, Minister of Tourism and Recreation re: approval
of application for a Wintario Development Program Grant
d) The Regional Municipality of York re: adoption of Clause Number 29,
Report Number 3, regarding Water Supply to Aurora, East Gwi11imbury, and
Newmarket
e)
f) Ministry of Housin~ re: request for comments on First Reading Bill 201
regarding county so id waste management
g) Liquor Licence Board of Ontario re: application for Dining Lounge and
Pat1o Licence by Villa Calabria Italian Cafe
h) Kennel Inn Aurora, quarterly report January through March 1989
STAFF REPORTS
CLERK'S DEPARTMENT
CL89-0ll-091 -Lease Ambulance Facilities
#204. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute a 1 ease dated the
12th day of April, 1989, between the York County Hospital
Corporation and the Corporation of the Town of Aurora respecting
the Ambulance Facilities located at 220 Edward Street, Aurora.
CARRIED
CL89-012-092 -York Sanitation Agreement -Garbage Collection
#205. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT Council give three readings to By-law Number 3082-89
authorizing, subject to the approval of the Ontario Municipal
Board, the execution of a five-year contract with York Sanitation
for waste collection services.
CARRIED
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CL89-013-093 -Revised Standard Form of Subdivision Agreement
#206. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT Council adopt the draft form of Subdivision Agreement
circulated with the Agenda as the new standard to be used as the
basis for the preparation of all future Subdivision Agreements.
CARRIED·
CL89-014-094 -Delegation Status
#207. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Council not entertain requests for delegation status relating
to Zoning By-laws or Official Plan Amendments prior to a Public
Planning Meeting or after the holding of a Public Planning
Meeting. If the Chief Administrative Officer is advised new
information is available which was not articulated at the scheduled
Public Planning meeting, then delegation status may be allowed at a
future meeting.
CARRIED
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
BLDG89-004-095 -Part 2; Provincial Offences Act (Parking Offences)
#208. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT an Ad-Hoc Committee be established to make recommendations
concerning implementation of Part II of the Provincia 1 Offences
Act, said Committee to be comprised of the following: three
members of Council, Mr. J. Currier, Chief Administrative Officer,
Mr. R. Harrington, Chief Building Official, and Mr. R. Haxton,
By-law Enforcement Officer.
CARRIED
Councillors Timpson, Mcintyre and Ochalski volunteered to participate on the
Committee.
LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
LS89-017-096 -Proposed Date -Heritage Village Day
#209. Moved by Counci 11 or McKenzie Seconded by Counci 11 or Stewart
THAT Council approve Thursday, August 24, 1989, as Heritage Village
Day for Aurora at the Canadian National Exhibition.
CARRIED
LS89-018-097 -Holland River Park
#210. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
#211.
That Council hereby receives as information the progress update of
the Holland River Park, and approves the recommended changes to the
walkway configuration as outlined in the text of the Report.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT 'Staff be directed to prepare a report for submission to
Council outlining the costs associated with the completion of the
Works related to the Holland River Valley Park, including parking
lot construction, installation of sprinklers, bridge works, and
rectification works around the creek area.
CARRIED
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LS89-019-098 -Tender Results -Former Parks Yard Building
#212. Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT staff be authorized to release tender deposits on the nine
high bidders of the twelve bids received on renovations to the
former Parks Yard and further that staff be authorized to pursue
one of the two options set out hereunder:
a) THAT staff be authorized to further review the elements of
tender bids with the remaining three low bidders in order to
arrive at a suitable total project cost for the project to be
documented at a further meeting in Council; or
b) THAT the project work be re-tendered following redesign by
Carson Woods Architects Limited.
CARRIED
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PL89-027-099 -Ad Hoc Committee -North End Land Use Strategy
#213. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the recommendations contained within the Ad Hoc Committee
report be adopted.
CARRIED
PL89-028-100 -Proposed Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora and
St. Andrew's College
#214. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a site plan
agreement between the Town of Aurora and St. Andrew's College.
CARRIED
RESOLUTIONS
Consent and Waiver of Notice; Real Estate Investment Counsel Incorporated
1Arthill -Townhouses McDonald Drivel
#215. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign an agreement to
consent to the application for first registration under the Land
Titles Act, by Real Estate Investment Counsel Incorporated for the
1 ands comprised of Part of Lot 1, Part of Lot 29 and 79 Concessi on
1.
THAT all rights to any Notice of Application for first registration
in respect to the application by Real Estate Investment Counsel
Incorporated under the provisions of The Land Titles Act, be waived.
CARRIED
W. Walker, Director of Public Works memo to Clerk re: release of financial
secur1tes; Ontario Hous1ng Corporation
#216. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT upon the recommendation of the Director of Public Works, the
securities in the amount of $5,000.00 held for obligations in
connection with a Site Plan Agreement between Ontario Housing
Corporation and the Town of Aurora be released in their entirety.
CARRIED
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York Regional Pol ice request for "Respect For Law Week" in the Town of
Aurora
#217. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
WHEREAS, crime and its effect upon the 1 i ves and property of our
citizens is of utmost concern, and the continued efforts of our
local government, citizens' organizations and individuals to curb
this problem is greatly appreciated; and
WHEREAS, the problems of crime touch and affect all segments of our
society, and can undermine and erode the moral and economic
strengths of our communities and their citizens if unabated; and
WHEREAS, public awareness and determination to maintain the faith
in the preservation of law and order and the appreciation of the
importance of law enforcement officers and their role in preserving
social order in a democracy is everyone's responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Optimist clubs and their members continue to sponsor and
support programs aimed at combating crime and disrespect for law
through year-round efforts; therefore
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of The Town of Aurora
hereby proclaims the week of May 1 to May 7, 1989, as "Respect for
Law Week" in the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
Child Find Ontario Incorporated; request to proclaim Thursday, May 25, 1989
"National Missing Children's Day"
#218. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT Thursday, May 25, 1989, be proclaimed "National Missing
Children's Day" in the Town of Aurora; and
THAT members of Counci 1 receive the i nvi tati on to the event with
thanks.
CARRIED
Polo for Heart Women's Committee re: request to proclaim Week of July 2 to
July 9, 1989, as "Polo For Heart Week" in the Town of Aurora
#219. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the week of July 2, to July 9, 1989, be proclaimed "Polo For
Heart Week" in the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Delegation of Mr. Telly Spasopoulos, 250213 Holdings Limited re: Browning
property, Lot 7, EYS
#220. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT Mr. Spasopoulos be advised of the decision made by Council in
January 1989, to retain the Browning property to be developed in a
passive manner for Parks purposes, and to provide additional
parking.
On a recorded vote, the resolution CARRIED.
YEAS 6 NAYS 3
VOTING YEA: Councillors Jones, Mcintyre, Ochalski, Pedersen,
Stewart, and Timpson.
VOTING NAY: Councillors McKenzie, Weller and Mayor· West.
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Summary of Information Gathering Meeting relating to the Proposed Sale and
Development of the Waterworks Property
#221. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the Summary of Meeting be received as Information.
CARRIED
Resolution concerning the hiring of an Economic Development Officer;
referred from Council on March 22, 1989
#222.
BY-LAWS
#223.
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT Resolution Number 147 contained in the Minutes of the Council
meeting held March 8, 1989, be confirmed as recorded.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for First Reading:
3081-89 Being a By-law to repeal By-law Number 2982-88, a By-law
to authorize the application for approval to expropriate
lands required for municipal purposes;
3082-89 Being a By-law to authorize the entering into of a waste
management agreement between the Town of Aurora and York
Sanitation
3083-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2613-83 as amended, a
By-law to provide for the regulation of parking in the
Town of Aurora;
3084-89 Being a By-law to temporarily close Yonge Street (Highway
Number 11), within the Town of Aurora on July 1, 1989,
for a parade;
3085-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law number 2213-78; (Glenowen);
3086-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law number 2213-78; (FTG
Management)
3087-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law number 2213-78; (Adams)
3088-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law number 2213-78; (Macont)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
#224. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Second Reading:
3081-89 A By-law to repeal By-law Number 2982-88, a By-law to
authorize the application for approval to expropriate
lands required for municipal purposes;
3082-89 A By-law to authorize the entering into of a waste
management agreement between the Town of Aurora and York
Sanitation;
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3083-89 A By-law to amend By-law 2613-83 as amended, a By-law to
provide for the regulation of parking in the Town of
Aurora;
3084-89 A By-law to temporarily close Yonge Street (Highway
Number 11), within the Town of Aurora on July 1, 1989,
for a parade;
3085-89 A By-law to amend By-law 2213-78; (Glenowen)
3086-89 A By-law to amend By-law 2213-78; (FTG)
3087-89 A By-law to amend By-law 2213-78; (Adams)
3088-89 A By-law to amend By-law 2213-78; (Macont)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Third Reading:
3076-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2213-78; (Darkwood
Investments)
3079-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2272-79 to authorize the
appointment of a Fire Prevention Officer for the Town of
Aurora;
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Third Reading:
3081-89 A By-law to repeal By-law Number 2982-88, a By-law to
authorize the application for approval to expropriate
lands required for municipal purposes;
3082-89 A By-law to authorize the entering into of a waste
management agreement between the Town of Aurora and York
Sanitation;
3085-89 A By-law to amend By-law 2213-78; (Glenowen)
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Jones
Councillor Timpson -
enquired about the responsibility for
maintenance of the undeveloped lots at the
intersection of Batson Drive and Old Yonge Street
Mayor West advised the Chief Building Official
will prepare a report on this subject.
enquired about the return of information
concerning the proposed 40 kilometer/hour speed
reduction throughout the municipality.
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The Chief Administrative Officer informed
Council that comments from the Police Department
were just received.
The co-operation of the two school boards was
requested in not permitting the parking of
school buses on school property.
Mayor West advised this was a matter currently
under investigation by the By-law Enforcement
Officer and a Report would be forthcoming.
Councillor Ochalski -Whether a recycling program would commence
within the municipality on September 1, 1989
given the length of time necessary to acquire
the vehicle.
The Chief Administrative Officer informed
Council that the September 1st implementation
date was a target which could still be worked
towards, a report outlining the various
alternatives would be presented for
consideration in the near future.
NEW BUSINESS
Mr. John Rounthwaite, resident, re: complaint regarding noise levels from
construction in the Windham Trail vicinity
#227. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT authorization be given to prepare a By-law for submission to
Council for consideration, the effect of which would be to limit
hours of construction to between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
CARRIED
ADM89-010-101 Hilldale, Hillside, Kenlea Water and Sewer Services
c-ontract
#228. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Council approve the award of the contract for the installation
of water and sewer services in the Hilldale, Hillside, Kenlea areas
(14 residences) to Pelar Construction Limited in the revised amount
of $235,316.80.
On a recorded vote, the resolution CARRIED.
YEAS 6 NAYS 3
VOTING YEA: Councillors Mcintyre, McKenzie, Ochalski, Stewart, Timpson,
and Weller
VOTING NAY: Councillors Jones, Pedersen, and Mayor West.
ADM89-011-102 -Proposed Revisions to Domestic Water Pricing Policies
#229. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
1. That Council approve in principle the introduction of
residential water supply charges based, at least in part, on
actual measured consumption;
2. That Council approve in principle the installation of water
meters in all residential units not now so equipped;
3. That staff be instructed to bring a further report to Council
advising on technical and financial issues related to the
installation of water meters;
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4. That the firm of C.N. Watson Associates be engaged by the Town
to undertake a Water and Sewer Rates Study and prepare
alternative water pricing options for Council's consideration.
On a recorded vote, the Resolution CARRIED
YEAS 6 NAYS 3
VOTING YEA: Councillors Jones, Mcintyre, Ochalski, Pedersen, Timpson, and
Mayor West.
VOTING NAY: Councillors McKenzie, Stewart, and Weller.
NOTICE OF MOTION
Councillor Timpson gave Notice of a Motion to be introduced at the next
meeting of Council to authorize the preparation of a By-law to require the
screening of all garbage being placed on properties for purposes other than
construction.
Councillors McKenzie and Ochalski indicated they will be submitting a motion
for consideration concerning the hiring of an Economic Development Officer/
Heritage Co-Ordinator.
ADJOURNMENT
#230. Moved by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 10:02 p.m.
CARRIED
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