MINUTES - Council - 19890927MINUTES
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEET! NG
NO. 45-89
Boardroom
York Region Board of Education Administrative Offices
Wednesday, September 27, 1989
8:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Mayor West in the Chair; Councillors
Jones, Mcintyre, McKenzie, Ochalski,
Pedersen, and Timpson
Councillor Stewart absent on Vacation.
Councillor Weller absent attending
Municipal Conference.
STAFF MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Chief Administrative Officer, Deputy
Clerk, Director of Personnel, Director
of Planning, Director of Lei sure
Services, Manager of Design Services,
Deputy Chief Building Official, Fire
Chief, and Deputy Treasurer
Clerk absent due to illness.
Director of Public Works absent
attending Municipal Conference.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
There were no disclosures of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, 1983.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#546. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein, with
the substitution of Bill Number 3142-89, in the place of Bill
Number 3130-89, and the addition of an In Camera Property Matter at
the conclusion of the meeting.
CARRIED
PRESENTATION
Aurora Arts and Culture Fund Presentation by Mr. Merkur and Mr. Cherniak
Mr. David Merkur of the Aurora Shopping Centre, and Mr. Lloyd Cherniak
representing Lebovic Enterprises presented cheques to the recipients of the
1989 Aurora Arts and Culture Fund Awards.
Those receiving grants this year included the Aurora Museum, the Aurora
Public Library, Mr. Peter Taylor, the Aurora Horticultural Society, the
Aurora Early Learning Centre, the York Symphony Orchestra, the Aurora and
District Historical Society and the Society of York Region Artists.
Each group outlined to those in attendance the proposed use of the funds.
Mayor West on behalf of Council , thanked Mr. Merkur for this continued
support of the fund. The Mayor also extended appreciation for the first
year of involvement in the fund by Mr. Lebovic.
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ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes No. 38-89, Wednesday, August 23, 1989; Speci a 1 Counci 1 -
Public Planning Minutes No. 39-89; Council Minutes No. 42-89, Wednesday,
September 13, 1989, and Special Council Minutes No. 44-89, Thursday,
September 21, 1989
#547. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the Minutes of Meetings Numbers 38-89, 39-89, 42-89, and
44-89, be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
SECTION "A" -CONSENT ITEMS
Correspondence and Petitions
The Regional Municipality of York re: Clause 15, Report 13, of the Retonal
Engineering Committee regarding Water Supply -Aurora, Newmarket, an East
Gwi 11 imbury
That the Regional Municipality of York be advised that the requested
expenditure of $19,000.00 is approved.
The Ministry of the Environment re: grant approval for a Sewage Needs Study
That this item be received with appreciation.
Wietzes Motors Aurora re: Towns supply of vehicles
That this item be received, and a copy forwarded to the Treasury
Department for a report.
Recycling Council of Ontario re: Recycling Week November 20 -26, 1989
That staff be directed to contact the Recycling Council in order to .
receive direction in organizing Recycling Week; and
That the week of November 20 to 26, 1989 be proclaimed Recycling Week in
the Town of Aurora.
City of North York re: Resolution regarding Commercial Concentration Tax
That this item be received, and that the City of North York be advised
of Council's previous support of a resolution from the City of
Burlington.
The Regi ona 1 Muni ci pa 1 ity of York re: reguest to proclaim week of October
16 -22, 1989, as AIDS Awareness Week
That the Week of October 16 -22, 1989, be proclaimed as AIDS Awareness
Week in the Town of Aurora.
Metropolitan Clerk's Department re: resolution regarding Proposed
Commercial Concentration Levy
That this item be received, and that the Metropolitan Clerk's Department
be advised of Council's previous support of a resolution from the City
of Burlington.
Staff Reports
CL89-030-286 -George Street Parking
THAT Council amend the parking restrictions on George Street to provide
for a 15-minute 1 imit during school hours for the widened portion of
George Street in front of the Public School and that the remainder of
the east side of George Street presently signed as "no parking'' continue.
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LS89-049-287 -Victoria Hall Rental Contract -Sandra Purdy Dancers
THAT a rental contract be approved for rental of Victoria Hall to Sandra
Purdy Dancers, 66 Cousins Avenue, Aurora, Ontario, for a total of 576
hours at $11.00 per hour.
LS89-050-288 -Good Neighbours Program
THAT Council endorse the Leisure Services Department to act as the main
facilitators of the Good Neighbours Program to the Town of Aurora.
LS89-053-289 -Tender LS89-21 -Leisure Complex Renovations
THAT Council award a contract for Leisure Complex Renovations in the
amount of $143,568 to Model Builders (Aurora) 1988 Limited, the funds to
come from the Capital Budget (Acct. 750-930).
PER89-009-290 -Administration Procedure Number 7 -Minimum Wage Revision
THAT Level 1, Step 1 of the Part-time and Student rate component of
Administration Procedure Number 7, be amended from $3.91 -$4.81 per
hour to $4.15 -$5.00 per hour, to reflect new hourly minimum wage
requirements of the Employment Standards Act, effective October 1, 1989.
PER89-010-291 -Administration Procedures U dates -Numbers 3, 4, 28, 30,
an 31
THAT the following Administration procedures updates be approved as
attached to Staff Report PER89-010:
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No. 4
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No. 30 -
No. 31 -
Salaried Staff Association
Salaried Staff Grievance Procedure
Employment Expenses
Staff Training and Development
Attendance at Conferences/Conventions
PL89-111-292 -Proposed Site Plan Agreement between Town of Aurora and
Monre1th Developments Inc., 99 Yonge Street South; SP-89-12
THAT Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Site Plan Agreement
between the Town of Aurora and Monreith Developments Inc.
PW89-045-293 -Recommended Purchase of Harness, One-Way Plow, Tower, Wing
and Two-Way Box for a 6-ton Diesel Cab and Chassis
THAT the Frink Canada Quotation Number 8366, in the amount of
$34,759.80, for the supply and installation of a harness, one-way plow,
tower, wing and two-way truck box, be accepted and that all costs be
charged to the Capital Reserve.
TR89-015-295 -Financial Results to August 31, 1989
THAT Council receive the following reports for information:
1 a) Summary of Operations -August 31, 1989, Page 1
b) Highlights of Results -August 31, 1989, Pages
1 to 7
2 1989 Capital Expenditure, August 31, 1989,
Pages 1 to 6.
#548. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the resolutions respecting the foregoing matters be adopted,
and Staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to
give effect to same.
CARRIED
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SECTION B -MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
#549.
Aurora Herita e Committee re: Re uest for a ment of
We 1ngton St. East
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the request for the payment of the designated Property Grant
pertaining to 69 Wellington Street East, be approved.
CARRIED
Mayor West's memo re: Demolition Permits
#550. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the procedure outlined in the Mayor's memo be adopted, and
that the appropriate steps be undertaken by staff to have the
Historical Society sign demolition permit applications prior to
issuance.
CARRIED
Mayor West's memo re: Resignations of Aurora Heritage Committee Members
#551. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the resignations be accepted with regret, and that the matter
of the Committee, its composition and role, representation by
Councillors, and the previous decision to rename the Committee the
Aurora Heritage Committee be referred to the November Committee of
the Whole meeting.
Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
#552. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the matter be referred to the Planning Department for a report
on how the Heritage resources of the community can be preserved.
DEFEATED
The resolution CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
a) Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Decision Gl enell en Homes;
A-26-89 (Granted) ~~
b) Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Decision re: Glenellen
Homes; A-27-89 (Granted)
c) Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Decision re: Glenellen
Homes; A-28-89 (Granted)
d) Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Decision re: Glenellen
Homes; A-29-89 (Granted)
e) Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Decision re: Glenellen
Homes; A-30-89 (Granted)
f) Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Decision re: Max Wiedemann
Limited; A-31-89 (Granted)
g) Ministry of Natural Resources re: Amalgamation of the Lake Simcoe
Region and the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authorities
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h) The Regional Municipality of York re: Report Number 13 of the Regional
Eng1neering Comm1ttee regarding the Purchase of Winter Sand
i) The Regional Municipality of York re: Tender acceptance of Domtar Inc.,
for the supply of Coarse Rock Salt
j) The Premier of Ontario re: Town of Aurora's resolution re: 1989 Ontario
Bu qet
k) The Region a 1 Muni ci pa 1 ity of York re: Report No. 14 of the Region a 1
Planning Committee re: Wetlands
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Planning Advisory Committee Minutes No. 43-89, dated Monday September 18,
1989
#553. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Minutes of the Planning Advisory Committee Number 43-89,
dated Monday September 18, 1989, be received, and that the
recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted, save and
except recommendation numbers 13 and 14, to be referred back to the
Planning Advisory Committee for further consideration at their
meeting in October.
CARRIED
Aurora Heritage Committee Report Number 4
#554. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
1.1 That the Mayor's proposal, June 2, 1989, re: review of
demolition permits by the Aurora Heritage Committee (AHC) be
referred to the Administration for consideration. It is
further proposed that the Administration develop a
comprehensive approach to the review of all applications and
proposals involving Aurora's heritage properties (including
demolition permits), using the public policy framework in
Section 5.4 of the Draft Official Plan as a foundation to
build on. The Committee would be pleased to participate in
such an undertaking (see Minutes, Item 2.1).
1.2 That the current approach to dealing with parking in the
Historic Business District and related requirements for
redevelopment in the area be reassessed with a view to a more
ba 1 anced approach, i ncl udi ng taking into account the speci a 1
amenities provided by turn-of-the-century architecture, street
and landscapes, and the special benefits they provide for the
civic and commercial 1 ife of the Town. The current approach
to parking appears to be working against, not supporting,
heritage preservation policies, as they affect the downtown
area (see Minutes Item 12.1).
1.3 Since arterial traffic flow through the core of the Town is
considered to be a major barrier to the preservation and
enhancement of Aurora's heritage and the quality of 1 ife of
residents, it is proposed that the removal of arterial traffic
from Yonge and Wellington Streets and the "restreetscaping" of
these roads to serve as major co 11 ectors for the Town be an
objective of Council to be achieved over the next five to
seven years. This initiative should be part of a
comprehensive program aimed at the implementation of the
Town's new Heritage Policies (see Minutes, Item 12.2).
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1.4 It is proposed that the Zoning By-law affecting Victoria
Street, We 11 i ngton to Mosley, be reconsidered and that such
other measures be adopted as site plan control to ensure the
gradua 1 evolution of the area as a natura 1 extension of the
downtown, involving residential, commercial, professional and
civic uses appropriate to its heritage character (see Minutes,
item 12.3).
1.5 In light of the demolition of heritage buildings that has now
taken place in the Holland River Valley lands, it is proposed
that:
o efforts be redoubled to ensure a future for the remaining
heritage properties now under heavy development pressure,
especially the Wilson and Simpson farms.
o an effective process for the review of demolition permits
affecting heritage properties be developed by the
administration, taking into account the list of Heritage
properties prepared by the AHC.
0 because Aurora's traditional rural lands are being
urbanized at an unprecedented rate, the Planning
Department take the lead in preparing:
-an inventory of remaining heritage resources, both
built and natural in Aurora's rural traditional lands.
-criteria and a review process to ensure that these
resources are preserved and enhanced as part of all
redevelopment proposals approved for the area.
-a plan for ensuring that visual reminders of Aurora's
rural heritage and setting an evident in the
approaches to the Town:
o north and south along Bathurst, Yonge, Bayview, and
Leslie Streets,
o east and west along Bloomington and Vandorf Roads,
Henderson Drive, Wellington Street, and St. John's
Sideroad (see Minutes, Item 12.4).
1.6 Since little now remains of Aurora's build and natural
heritage on the northern approaches to the Town (especially
along the east side of Yonge Street), Council is asked to take
steps to preserve the topographic detail, tree cover, building
stock and unique relationships characterizing the heritage
properties that do remain running south from St. John's
Sideroad, east side of Yonge Street, through the use of
appropriate planning controls, and working with owners to
develop creative approaches to achieving this objective (see
Minutes, item 12.5).
1.7 In order to restore the traditional balance in life styles
made possible for Aurora's citizens, for the wealthy and for
those of small modest incomes, and for those with highly urban
and with 1 ess urban interests, Council is asked to better
ensure a diversity of housing stock, and urban services. This
balance, part of Aurora's heritage, has now been. severely
eroded, as a result of the development practices that have
been allowed to proceed over the last few years (see Minutes,
item 12.6).
1.8 It is suggested that the Business Improvement Committee (BIC)
have as one of its objectives to encourage the preservation
and enhancement of existing architecture streetscapes and
landscapes in the Historic Business District in order to
create a distinctive market area. The AHC would support the
BIC in this work providing research reports and profiles of
historic buildings (see Minutes, Item 13.3).
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Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was:
#555. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT this matter be referred to the new L.A.C.A.C. Committee and,
in the interim, a copy be provided to the Planning Staff for
comments.
CARRIED
Aurora Heritage Committee Report Number 5
#556. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the report of the Committee be received.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
LS89-051-296 -Tree Preservation By-law
#557. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the draft tree preservation By-law as prepared by the Town
Solicitor, be supported in principle and the matter be returned to
the Director of Leisure Services for a further report regarding
implementation methods.
CARRIED
LS89-052-297 -Completion of Works -Holland River Park
#558.
#559.
Moved by Councillor Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT Council receive as information the remaining estimates for
completion of works relating to the Holland River Park.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the Director of Leisure Services be requested to establish the
parameters for a public contest, to receive names for the park.
CARRIED
PW89-043-298 -Resident Petition for Crossing Guard Aurora Heights Drive
and Haida Drive
#560. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the request for the stationing of a crossing guard at Aurora
Heights Drive and Haida Drive be approved as a result of the field
analysis undertaken by staff; and
THAT steps be taken to implement the necessary signage and the
stationing of a crossing guard and that agencies usually receiving
notice be so notified.
CARRIED
PW89-044-299 -Resident Petition for a Three-Way Stop; Batson Drive and
Moorecrest Drive
#561. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the request for the installation of a three-way stop at the
intersection of Batson Drive and Moorecrest Drive, be denied based
on the analysis of a staff investigation; and
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THAT this report be distributed to the Northeast Quadrant Traffic
Ad Hoc Committee for their information.
CARRIED
PW89-046-293 -Lankar Request to Install Street Benches
#562. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the report from the Director of Public Works be deferred until
it can be determined how many bench~s supplied by the Rotary Club
are available and their proposed placement.
CARRIED
PW89-048-300 -Lot Grading -Subdivision Agreement Revisions
#563. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
(a} THAT Council amend subsection 10.07 (a) and 10.07 (b) of the
Subdivision Agreement to provide a measure of time whereby, in
the event of delinquency by the builder/developer, notice may
be given, outside contractors engaged and works initiated, all
in accordance with terms as set out in the Agreement.
(b) THAT Council amend subsection 3.33 of
Agreement to clarify the intention of the
alleviate the timing problem evident with the
CARRIED
the Subdivision
clause so as to
present wording.
RESOLUTIONS
Release of Financial Securities; Antonio and Pas ualina Staffieri; and AB
OX ont1ac BUlC
#564.
BY-LAWS
#565.
Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT upon the recommendation of the Director of Pub 1 i c Works, the
Director of Leisure Services, the Chief Building Official, and the
Fire Chief for the Town of Aurora, the financial securities held in
connection with Site Plan Agreements .signed between The Corporation
of the Town of Aurora and Antonio and Pasqua 1 ina Staffieri in the
amount of $22,000.00; and The Corporation of the Town of Aurora and
AB Cox Pontiac Buick in the amount of $6,000,00, be released in
their entirety.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for First Reading:
3137-89 Being a By-law to temporarily close Yonge Street, within
the Town of Aurora, for a parade;
3139-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2941-87, a By-law to
prescribe the height of fences in the Town of Aurora;
3140-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2213-78, (Ariah
Developments Inc.);
3141-89 Being an adoption By-law for Official Plan Amendment
Number 54;
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3142-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2613-83 as amended, a
By-law to govern and control the Parking of Vehicles in
the Town of Aurora;
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Second Reading:
3137-89 Being a By-law to temporarily close Yonge Street, within
the Town of Aurora, for a parade;
3139-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2941-87, a By-law to
prescribe the height of fences in the Town of Aurora;
3140-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2213-78, (Ariah
Developments Inc.);
3141-89 Being an adoption By-law for Official Plan Amendment
Number 54;
3142-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2613-83 as amended, a
By-law to govern and control the Parking of Vehicles in
the Town of Aurora;
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Counci 11 or McKenzie
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-law for Third Reading:
3136-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law Number 2213-78 (Monreith
Developments Inc.);
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
MOTION FOR WHICH NOTICE WAS GIVEN
Councillor Mcintyre re: Strip Plaza's-New Subdivisions
#568. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
WHEREAS the Planninq Advisory Committee, at their June 19th
Meeting referred the matter of the definition of a strip plaza to
the Planning Department.
AND WHEREAS
PL89-092-243
definition of
the
which
"Strip
said Committee
included for
Plaza".
received Planning Report
consideration a suggested
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to proceed with the
preparation of an Interim Control By-Law to:
i) cease temporarily strip plaza construction on Wellington and
Yonge Streets; and
ii) cease temporarily land use for new subdivisions
until the Official Plan Review conclusions are considered by
Council.
DEFEATED
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QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Jones
ADJOURNMENT
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re: Left turns onto Wellington from
northbound Industrial Parkway
condition of Centre Street at CNR
tracks
Expressed appreciation to the
Director of Leisure Services for the
steps taken toward implementation of
the Good Neighbours Program.
#569. Moved by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
CARRIED
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