MINUTES - Council - 19900425MINUTES
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 20-90
Boardroom
York Region Board of Education Administrative Offices
Wednesday, April 25, 1990
7:45 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Mayor West in Chair; Councillors
Jones, Mcintyre, McKenzie, Ochalski
Pedersen, Stewart, Timpson and
Weller.
STAFF MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Chief Administrative Officer, Clerk,
Acting Deputy Clerk, Director of
Building, Director of Planning,
Director of Personne 1, Director of
Public Works, Fire Chief, Deputy
Treasurer.
Director of Leisure Services absent
on vacation.
Councillor Timpson declared a possible Conflict of Interest in report
PL90-056-128, and By-law 3162-89, both regarding Glenowen Properties, due to
ownership of a unit in the Condominium Building, and did not take part in or
vote on any questions in this regard, or attempt in any way to influence the
voting on such question.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#221. Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the content of the Consolidated Agenda, with additions, be
approved as outlined herein.
CARRIED
AMENDMENT -Upon the question of the adoption of the Resolution, it was:
#222. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the report regarding Newmarket OP5/90 be added to the agenda.
CARRIED
The Resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
DELEGATION
Mr. Rob Falconi, Lower Aurora Heights Ratepayers' Association re:
Installation of New Hydro Poles
Mr. Fa 1 coni addressed Counci 1 on beha 1 f of the Aurora Heights residents
regarding the new poles and wires recently installed on Aurora Heights Drive
to connect Bathurst Street and Old Yonge Street. The concerns raised were:
height of poles -much higher than previous poles and create a
serious visual intrusion; the type of pole that
belongs in an industrial area, not a residential area
why no notice was given to the residents -re: installation of poles;
why residents weren't given the choice of paying the difference for
underground wiring;
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is there a health hazard connected with poles and wires;
lack of communication between Town and Hydro.
Mr. Fa 1 coni requested Counci 1 to prepare a By-1 aw to regulate height of
hydro poles and aesthetics of an area.
The Mayor and Members of Council explained to Mr. Falconi that Council and
the Hydro Commission are two autonomous e 1 ected bodies and the concerns
raised by the residents were matters for the Hydro Commission to address.
Mr. Falconi was requested to have all his concerns in writing, and the Mayor
offered to arrange a meeting with the residents and the Hydro Commission for
Wednesday, May 2, 1990, if possible.
#223. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT this presentation be received as information.
CARRIED
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The Cadillac Fairview Corporation Limited re: Kokomo Developments Inc.
Mr. John Bousfield, Planning Consultant for Cadillac Fairview Corporation,
addressed Council with regards to the development planned for the area
southwest of Leslie Street and the Aurora Sideroad. Mr. Bousfield presented
Council with a letter from Eatons, confirming their participation in the
project. Eatons would be a central feature of a larger development, with
three major department stores comprising approximately 400,000 square feet
of the proposed 700,000 square feet, and smaller operations providing the
balance. Cadillac Fairview Corporation are committed to providing
improvements and renovations to areas as required. Market and traffic
studies are being conducted, and figures wi 11 be fi 1 ed with the Planning
Department as soon as they are available. Mr. Bousfield requested that
Counci 1 accept the input for the Town's OPA review. Eatons would be an
owner and a tenant in the project. Mr. Bousfield felt the project would be
a central feature for the Town.
#224. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Mr. Bousfield's presentation be received as information.
CARRIED
Tride 1 re: Postwood Developments Ltd. and Torresda 1 e Construction Ltd. -
Preliminary Development Proposal
.. Mr. Stayanovich addressed Counci 1 with a propos a 1 to improve on the mix,
~tenure and qua 1 ity of housing of the project at We 11 i ngton Street West and
McDonald Drive. At present, there are 200 apartment units and 200 townhouse
units on the site. The new proposa 1 consists of a nonprofit apartment
building of units to be erected on the parking lot area, with 2 levels
!5C o un erground parking to be provided between the existing buildings. A
Tot-lot is to be provided, recreational facilities, and the townhouses are
to be refurbished. Two market value Condominium buildings are proposed to
the south, with underground parking to be provided. Proper planning
applications will be provided when all details are prepared. The nonprofit
building would have a nonprofit sponsor, with funding monies provided
through the 1991 Federal/Provincial Housing Program. There are a total of
750 units proposed, and discussions have taken p 1 ace with Aurora United
Church as a sponsor.
#225. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT Mr. Stayanovich's presentation be received as information.
CARRIED
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Aurora Friends of Nature re: Draft Bayview Residential Neighbourhood
Secondary Plan
Mr. Klaus Wehrenberg addressed Counci 1 with concerns and questions re 1 a ted
to the draft Bayview Residential Neighbourhood Secondary Plan. Concerns are:
Area To Be Developed -Lowlands should be omitted. Land forms
on the southwest corner have steep
slopes. Concept shows these are almost
1 eve ll ed.
Continuity of Trail System -Walkers and joggers should not have to
worry about vehicular traffic. An
overpass would be required for Wellington
Street East.
Respect for Trout Streams -Minor and major tributaries of Holland
River. Ministry of Natural Resources
recognized that buffer areas are required
for streams. Erosion controls should be
initiated immediately.
Inventory required of wildlife species, fish, plants and flowers.
Hardwood Forest -Some of the proposed 170
hardwood forest area.
preserved. The Province
trees (i.e. Maple).
units are located in the
This area should be
does not replant hardwood
Mr. Wehrenberg suggested
allocation from Pine Ridge
concerns that Counci 1 will
being resolved.
that since Council transferred the sewage
to this area, that Friends of Nature have great
allow this plan to proceed without these issues
#226. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT Mr. Wehrenberg's presentation be received as information.
CARRIED
Mr. Al Majauskas, Resident re: Widening of St. John Sideroad
Mr. Majauskas addressed Council regarding the widening of the St. John
Sideroad from Yonge Street to Bayview Avenue. Concerns raised were:
impact on wet lands during construction
well-being of waterfowl, large and small birds-species that habitat
the area year round
traffic noise
vibration of traffic
salt used in winter for roads
Mr. Majauskas proposed measures be taken for minimal disturbance during
construction. Speed limit should not be more than 50 km, should be minimal
traffic, and salt should only be used when necessary. A double row of
closely spaced coniferous trees should be planted along the right-of-way to
provide a buffer for reducing noise, vibration and visual impact. Mr.
Majauskas also proposed the construction of an information sign -re: types
of wildlife species, fish, plants and flowers in the area.
The Chief Administrative Officer requested Mr. Majauskas to provide written
comments, and he would have the concerns investigated.
#227. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT Mr. Majauskas's presentation be received as information.
CARRIED
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ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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Soecial Council -
ounc11 M1nutes
#228. Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the Minutes of Meeting Numbers 15-90, 16-90 and 18-90, be
adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
SECTION ''A'' -CONSENT ITEMS
Correspondence and Petitions
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Society of Metro%ol itan Toronto and Area re:
Request for proclamation of June 1 through June as "ALS AWARENESS WEEK"
THAT the week of June 1 through June 9, 1990, be proclaimed "ALS
AWARENESS WEEK" in the Town of Aurora.
Solid Waste Interim Steering Committee re: Invitation to SWISC Public
Consultation Meeting -May 23, 1990
THAT the correspondence be received, and those Members of Council
wishing to attend be authorized to do so in accordance with the normal
policy.
York Region Elementary School Athletic Association re: Request to lift the
parking restrictions on Dunning Avenue due to annual track and field meet at
Dr. G. W. Williams
THAT permission be granted to the York Region Elementary School Athletic
Association to park on Dunning Avenue on June 12, 1990 (June 13,
cancellation date).
roclamation of Frida 25,
THAT Friday, May 25, 1990, be proclaimed "National Missing Childrens'
Day" in the Town of Aurora.
Staff Reports
CL90-016-123 -Disabled Parking
THAT a By-law be prepared for Council's consideration as per the
Ministry of Transportation Model By-law for the disabled.
LS90-010-124 -Proposed Dates -Civic Appreciation Night
THAT Council approve the evening of Wednesday, May 23, as Civic
Appreciation Night at the Dr. G.W. Williams Auditorium commencing at
7:30 p.m.
PW90-021-130 -Status of Drinking Water within the Town of Aurora
THAT Council's request for a report on the quality of the Town of Aurora
drinking water be accepted as information.
PW90-025-131 -Contract For Collection of Garbage and Recyclable Waste
THAT approval be given to a garbage collection contract between the Town
and York Sanitation Division of WMI, Waste Management of Canada Inc;
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign the contract.
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PW90-027-132 -Memorandum of A?{eement for Markham to Accept, Process and
Market Recyclable Materials for urora
THAT approva 1 be given for the attached Memorandum of Agreement for
recycling waste between the Town of Markham and the Town of Aurora;
THAT Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign contract.
#229. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the resolutions respecting the foregoing matters be adopted,
and Staff be authorized to take all necessary actions required to
give effect to same.
CARRIED
SECTION B -MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
The Regional Municipality of York re: Clause No. 15 of Report No. 5 of the
Regional Planning Committee re: Regional Official Plan
#230. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the Director of Planning or a designate be appointed to the
Technical Advisory Committee of the Regional Municipality of York
Official Plan.
CARRIED
Aurora ( 79) Taxi re: Request to Amend Taxi By-1 aws Taxi License
D1str1but1on Rat1o
#231. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the correspondence be referred to the Municipal By-law
Enforcement Officer for a report.
CARRIED
Montreal Urban Community re: Petition -Banning of Military and
Paramilitary Weapons
#232. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the sale of Military and Paramilitary weapons be banned
throughout the country.
CARRIED
Arlene Chrisztopulosz, Resident re: Garbage Collection in Summer Months
#233. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the correspondence be received as information, and Ms.
Chrisztopulosz be informed of the Blue Box Recycling Program
scheduled to commence May 8, 1990, and the Residential Composting
Program adopted by Council April 25, 1990.
CARRIED
Office of the Leader of the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party re:
French Language Services in Ontario
#234. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
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Ministry of the Environment re: Oak Ridges Moraine
#235. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Masquerade Livery Service re: Livery License for Additional Vehicle
#236. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT the correspondence be referred to the Municipal By-law
Enforcement Officer for a report.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
a) British Gas plc re: Application-Ontario Energy Board
b) Ministry of Transportation re: Advance Payment of Subsidy for Road
Improvement
c) Ministry of Community and Social Services re: Aurora Seniors' Center
d) Ministry of Municipal Affairs re: Amendment re: By-laws prohibiting and
regulating the sale, and restricting the use of traps to licensed
trappers only
e) The Regional Municipality of York re: By-law No. D-92-90-41
f) Ministry of the Environment re: Town of Aurora's Request for Lifelines
Constructions Grant
g) Kennel Inn -Animal Control Center re:
January/February/March l990
Quarterl ort
h) Eatons re: Regional Shopping Center -Southwest Corner of Leslie
Street and Aurora Road
COMMITTEE REPORTS
#237.
Advisorv Committee Minutes No. 19-90, dated Tuesday, April 17,
Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the Minutes of the Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Number
19-90 be received, and that the recommendations carried by the
Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
CL90-017-125-Request for Taxi License, Mr. Lawrence Bourassa, A One Cabs
#238. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
1. THAT Mr. Lawrence Bourassa, A One Cabs, be granted a Taxi Cab
Broker's license as provided in By-Law 2345-80.
2. THAT Mr. Lawrence Bourassa, A One Cabs, be granted 7 Taxi Cab
licenses at this time with consideration to be given for
additional licenses upon application after 6 months of
operation.
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3. THAT Council enact a further amendment to By-law 2998-89
eliminating the need to have a Taxi Dispatching office located
in the Town of Aurora by January 1, 19go.
4. THAT Taxi By-law 2345-80 be further
all taxi cabs licensed by the
identification markings according to
wording to the By-law:
amended to provide that
Town of Aurora have
the following suggested
"The number on the plate referred to in Section 13(1)(a) shall
be painted on both front doors in numbers at lease 200 mm (6
inches) in height and 100 mm (4 inches) in width preceded by
the initial A of the same dimensions and of contrasting colour
to the vehicle colour, all to be approved by the Municipal
Clerk or person designated by the Municipal Clerk.
5. THAT the Taxi Cab Brokers License and Taxi Cab 1 i censes be
issued only after all fees have been paid and all requirements
of By-1 aw 2345-80 and amendments thereto have been met and
approved.
CARRIED
LS90-011-126 -1990 Grant Requests
#239. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the following summary of grants be considered by Council, in
accordance with the established Grants Policy.
CARRIED
LS90-012-127 -Batson Drive/CN Pedestrian Crossing
#240. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT any action pertaining to release of the right-of-way for a
potential pedestrian underpass/ overpass be delayed pending final
analysis, through the Culture and Recreation Master Plan, on public
presentation and public neighbourhood meetings scheduled for
October, 1990.
CARRIED
PL90-056-128 -Proposed Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora and
Glenowen Properties Limited 85 Wellington Street West, SP-89-19
#241. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
1. THAT subject to By-law 3162-89 coming into force, Council
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Site Plan Agreement
between Glenowen Properties Limited and the Town of Aurora.
2. THAT Council rescind the Site Plan Agreement between T.G.
Management and the Town of Aurora (SP-87-25) and release the
Letter of Credit held in connection with the said agreement.
CARRIED
Councillor Timpson, having previously declared a possible Conflict of
Interest in Report PL90-056-128 and Glenowen Properties Limited, did not
take part in the vote called adopting the recommendations in this report.
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PL90-057-129 -Proposed Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora and
Park Place Manor Limited 105-113 Yonge Street South, SP-90-08
#242. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT subject to By-law 3182-90 coming into force, the Owner
entering into an agreement of Purchase and Sale respecting portions
of the lands which are owned by the Town of Aurora, Council
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Site Plan Agreement between
Park Place Manor Limited and the Town of Aurora.
CARRIED
PL90-058-137 -Proposed Amendment to the Newmarket Official Plan OP5/90
#243. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT Council be informed of proposed Amendment OP5/90 to the
Newmarket Official Plan and that the following report be received
as information.
CARRIED
PW90-022-133 -Sale of Water at Public Works Yard
#244. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT Council approve the installation of a magnetic card automated
system for dispensing bulk water supplies at the Public Works Yard;
THAT the expenditure of $29,204.00 from the Water Reserve fund be
approved to install the automated bulk water system; and
THAT direction be provided as to where bulk water customers are
permitted to use water drawn, i.e. within or outside Town limits.
CARRIED
P\~90-023-134 -New Signage for Pedestrian Crossover
#245. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the Ministry of Transportation be requested to provide
supplementary funding in the amount of $24,699.00 to subsidize the
cost of new signage at the Town's four pedestrian crossovers; and
THAT funding from the Engineering Reserve fund in the amount of
$49,397.00 be approved for the provision of new pedestrian
crossover signage.
CARRIED
PW90-024-135 -Residential Composting Program
#246. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT Council approve the purchase of 1,000 Soil Saver compost units
at a cost of $50,270.00 for sale to residents of Aurora at a cost
of $27.00 each; and
THAT Council approve the appropriation of $50,270.00 from the
Engineering Reserve fund to purchase the 1 ,000 Soi 1 Saver compost
units.
CARRIED
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PW90-026-136 -York Region Separate School Board
#247. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Council approve of the supply of water, and subsequent cost
recovery by the Town of Richmond Hill, to the York Region Separate
School Board, for the sole use of the Cardinal Carter High School
and administrative offices on Bloomington Road, provided that all
operational and maintenance costs are deemed to be the
responsibility of the Town of Richmond Hill;
THAT Council conceptually approve of the construction of a sanitary
sewer connection to the Regional Trunk Sewer at Bloomington Road as
submitted by U.M.A. Engineering Ltd. to Public Works; and
THAT final approval of detailed engineering drawings to take place
prior to site plan agreement. Approvals of Ministry of the
Environment, Regional Municipality of York and the Ministry of
Transportation will be the responsibility of the York Region
Separate School Board.
CARRIED
RESOLUTIONS
#248. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the 1990 Operating Budget with a net levy for Town purposes of
$7,337,845 be adopted; and
THAT the Treasurer be authorized to prepare a by-law for the
levying of rates for Town purposes, Region and School Board
purposes, once the formal requisitions are received from the Region
and School Boards.
THAT the 1990 Capital Budget in the amount of $9,169,555 be
adopted.
CARRIED
On a recorded vote the resolution CARRIED.
YEAS 8 NAYS I
VOTING YEA: Mayor West; Councillors Jones, Mcintyre, McKenzie, Ochalski,
Pedersen, Stewart, Timpson.
VOTING NAY: Councillor Weller.
BY-LAWS
#249. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for First Reading:
3186-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 3046-88.
3187-90 Being a By-law to establish schedules of retention
periods in documents, records and other papers of the
Aurora Public Library.
3188-90 Being a By-law to designate a multiple-stop intersection
at various intersections in the Town of Aurora.
3189-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 3177-90, a By-law to
regulate Building Permits and Inspections in the Town of
Aurora.
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#247.
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School Board
by Councillor Stewart Seconded
T T Council approve of the supply of water, an subsequent cost
re very by the Town of Richmond Hill, to theY k Region Separate
Scho 1 Board, for the sole use of the Cardinal arter High School
and mini strative offices on Bloomington Roa provided that a 11
opera ·onal and maintenance costs are eemed to be the
respon bility of the Town of Richmond Hill;
il conceptually approve of thelstruction of a sanitary
ction to the Regional Trunk Se r at Bloomington Road as
U.M.A. Engineering Ltd. to P lie Works; and
THAT final a roval of detailed engine ing drawings to take place
prior to sit plan agreement. Ap ovals of Ministry of the
Environment, R ional Municipality York and the Ministry of
Transportation ill be the respo ibility of the York Region
Separate School ard.
RESOLUTIONS
#248. Moved Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the 1989 Operating
$7,337,845 be adopted; an
a net levy for Town purposes of
THAT the Treasurer be
levying of rates for
purposes, once the for
and School Boards.
THAT the
adopted.
u~rized to prepare a by-law for the
ow purposes, Region and School Board
1 req "sitions are received from the Region
the amount of $9,169,555 be
On a recorded solution CARRIED.
YEAS 8
VOTING YEA: MayorJWest; Councillors Jones,
Pede~en, Stewart, Timpson.
VOTING NAY:
BY-LAWS
#249. Seconded by Council~or Pedersen
HAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to
following by-laws for First Reading:
3186-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 3046-88,
3187-90 Being a By-law to establish schedules of retent1
periods in documents, records and other pape
Aurora Public Library.
3188-90 Being a By-law to designate a multiple-stop interse
at various intersections in the Town of Aurora.
the
the
3189-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 3177-90, a By-law to
regulate Building Permits and Inspections in the Town of
Aurora.
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#250.
#251.
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3190-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2345-80 as amended, a
By-law for the licensing, regulating, and governing
taxicab brokers, owners, and drivers.
3191-90 Being a By-law to authorize the entering into of a waste
management agreement between the Town of Aurora and York
Sanitation.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Second Reading:
3186-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 3046-88.
3187-90 Being a By-law to establish schedules of retention
periods in documents, records and other papers of the
Aurora Public library.
3188-90 Being a By-law to designate a multiple-stop intersection
at various intersections in the Town of Aurora.
3189-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 3177-90, a By-law to
regulate Building Permits and Inspections in the Town of
Aurora.
3190-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 2345-80 as amended, a
By-law for the licensing, regulating, and governing
taxicab brokers, owners, and drivers.
3191-90 Being a By-law to authorize the entering into of a waste
management agreement between the Town of Aurora and York
Sanitation.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Third Reading:
3162-89 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 2213-78.
3182-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 2213-78 (IEM
Management ltd.)
3184-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 3013-88, a By-law to
prohibit or regulate the erection of signs or other
advertising devices, and the posting of notices on
buildings or vacant lots within the Town of Aurora.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
Councillor Timpson, having previously declared a possible Conflict of
Interest in By-law 3162-89, did not take part in the vote called for third
reading of this By-law.
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Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Third Reading:
3189-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law 3177-90, a By-law to
regulate Building Permits and Inspections in the Town of
Aurora.
3191-90 Being a By-law to authorize the entering into of a waste
management agreement between the Town of Aurora and York
Sanitation.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Weller
Councillor Jones
Councillor Ochalski
Councillor McKenzie
Councillor Pedersen
Councillor Stewart
-Re: hydro wires and the health
aspect. Is it possible to get a
formal letter from Hydro
regarding this issue?
-Mayor West advised that Ontario
Hydro had a study conducted on
this subject and he would
request a copy from Hydro.
-Once Hydro has met with
residents of Aurora
area, could a report be
back to Council for
enquiries.
Heights
brought
future
-Is there any way Hydro can
inform people as to what their
future plans are?
The Mayor replied there is a
meeting held once a month at
8:00 a.m. at the Hydro Office
and meetings are open to the
public.
-CNR -Crossing on Wellington
St.-still hasn't done the work
promised last October.
-Mayor requested the Director of
Public Works to call C.N.
regarding this issue.
-Retention Pond on Henderson
Drive -what measures are to be
taken to improve the site, and
when will the works be completed.
-The C.A.O. informed Council that
a contract had started last Fall-
subdrains were installed and
landscaping would be completed as
soon as the lands are dry enough
to finish the works.
Centre Street Spur Line of CNR is
very bad and is becoming a
hazard.
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NEW BUSINESS
#253. Moved by Councillor Weller
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Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the tree growing into the Hydro 1 i nes, adjacent to the creek
and playground area in Machell Park, be removed with the
cooperation of Aurora Hydro.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#254. Moved by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
CARRIED
,1. West,