MINUTES - Council - 19900627MINUTES
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
NO. 32-90
Boardroom
York Region Board of Education Administrative Offices
Wednesday, June 27, 1990
8:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Mayor West in Chair; Councillors
Jones, Mcintyre, McKenzie, Ochalski,
Pedersen, Timpson and Weller.
STAFF MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Councillor Stewart absent due to
attendance at conference.
Chief Administrative Officer,
Municipal Clerk, Director of
Building Administration, Director of
Planning, Director of Personnel,
Director of Public Works, Fire
Chief, Treasurer, Parks Supervisor.
Acting Deputy Clerk absent on
vacation.
Councillor McKenzie declared a possible Conflict of Interest in Accounts
paid to Herb McKenzie Auto Parts, due to monetary interest in same, 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.
Councillor Timpson declared a possible Conflict of Interest in Accounts paid
to York Region Board of Education, and in Item 8, Report LS90-020-208, due
to employment with the York Region Board of Education, and did not take part
in or vote on any questions in this regard, or attempt in anyway to
influence the voting on such question.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
#376. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the content of the Agenda be approved as outlined herein.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution it was:
#377. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the report No. PW90-051-210 be added to the Agenda under New
Business.
CARRIED
The resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
PRESENTATION
Mr. Richard and Deena Kowalski, Select Art Galleries re: Special Limited
Ed1t1on Pnnt
Mr. Richard and Deena Kowalski, of Select Art Galleries, Newmarket,
presented to Council a special limited edition print entitled "Yonge Street
Aurora", by well known streetscapist Basil Liaskas. This painting was
created to celebrate Aurora's 126th anniversary on July 1, 1990. The
Kowalski's felt that the Town of Aurora and its visitors would appreciate a
piece of artwork that captures the beauty and historical significance of
Aurora's Yonge Street.
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Mayor West thanked Mr. and Mrs. Kowalski for the piece of artwork.
Mr. Ian Bowell, Ernst & Young re: Town's Audited Financial Statements for
year ended December 31, 1989
Mr. I an Bowell of Ernst & Young, Town Auditors, presented to
Financial Statements for the year ending December 31, 1989.
stated the Town of Aurora had a Triple ''A" rating.
Council the
Mr. Bowell
#378. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT Council approve the 1989 Financial Statements of the Town of
Aurora and all ow the accounts of the Treasurer in accordance with
Section 92 of the Municipal Act, R.S.O., Chapter 302.
CARRIED
DELEGATION
Mr. Jim Brennan, Canada Employment Centre for Students re: Summer
EmplOyment for Students
Mr. Brennan, from Canada Employment Centre for Students appeared before
Council to advise of the services offered by this non-profit organization.
"Hire-A-Student Week" is June 25th to June 29th, 1990. Mr. Brennan outlined
several activities taking place during the week and invited Council members
to attend same.
#379. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the matter be received as information.
CARRIED
Mr. Mark Cullain, Ariah Developments and Sta-Brite Signs re: Proposals to
erect a pylon sign at 89 and 99 Yonge Street South
Mr. Mark Cullain of Ariah Developments appeared before Council requesting
that a pylon sign be allowed at 89 and 99 Yonge Street South. Mr. Cullain
advised that the sign would be 10 feet tall and shared by the owners to the
south.
#380. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT this matter be referred to the Unfinished Business section on
the Agenda.
CARRIED
Mr. Terry Kelly, Land Use Planner re: Industrial Area By-law
Mr. Terry Kelly, Land Use Planner, requested Council's consideration in
amendments to By-law No. 2213-78 (Beavertop, Bayview Business Park), and
also that the By-law be given third reading at the Council Meeting of June
28, 1990.
#381. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the matter be referred to Item 17, Reading of By-laws, on the
Agenda.
CARRIED
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
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#382. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the Minutes of Meeting Numbers 25-90, 26-90, 28-90, 29-90 and
31-90 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
PASSING OF ACCOUNTS
#383. Moved by Councillor Ochalski Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the following Accounts in the total amount of $6,889,382.41,
details of which are on file with the Treasury Office, are approved
by Council for payment and the seal of the Corporation be attached
hereto.
Cheques
Cheque #11414 TO #11467
Cheque #11468 TO #11573
Cheque #11574 TO #11714
Manual Cheques
266/90 -283/90
TOTAL
CARRIED
LIBRARY
$ 227,764,67
$6,639,956,89
$ 21,660.85
$6,889,382.41
Councillor McKenzie, having previously declared a possible Conflict of
Interest in Accounts paid to Herb McKenzie Auto Parts, did not take part in
the vote called for payment of this account.
Councillor Timpson, having previously declared a possible Conflict of
Interest in Accounts paid to York Region Board of Education, did not take
part in the vote called for payment of this account.
SECTION "A" -CONSENT ITEMS
Correspondence and Petitions
The United Senior Citizens of Ontario re: Request for proclamation of the
month of September, 1990, as 11 Flu Prevention Awareness Month"
THAT the month of September, 1990, be proclaimed "Flu Prevention
Awareness Month" in the Town of Aurora.
#384. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the resolution respecting the foregoing matter be adopted, and
Staff be authorized to take all necessary actions required to give
effect to same.
SECTION B -MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Ms. Irene Aspin, Resident re: Request for drop-off box for tax and water
meter bills
#385, Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT this matter be referred for consideration by Staff.
CARRIED
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Ontario Home Builders' Association re: Bill 20, The Development Charges Act
#386.
#387.
Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Ochalski
THAT the correspondence be received as information and the Ontario
Home Builders' Association be requested to keep Council advised as
to the progress on this matter.
CARRIED
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Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the correspondence be referred to Staff for a report.
CARRIED
Ministry of Transportation re: 1990-91 Connecting Link Construction
Program
#388. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the correspondence be sent to the Ministry of Transportation
and to the Premier, with a copy to the Association of
Municipalities of Ontario, to ascertain if this reflects the policy
of the Government.
CARRIED
Association of Ontario Road Superintendents re: Road Supervisors
Certification Program -Mr. Robert A. Cribbett
#389. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the correspondence be received as information, and a letter of
congratulations be sent to Robert Cribbett on the designation of
Certified Road Supervisor.
CARRIED
Honourable John Sweeney, Ministry of Municipal Affairs re: Bill 152 -An
Act to Amend the Municipal Act and Certain Other Acts Related to
Muni ci pa 1 i ties
#390. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the correspondence be received as information, and a report be
requested from Staff to make sure we are complying with Section 195
of the Municipal Act.
CARRIED
John G. West, Mayor re: Committee of the Whole Meeting -August 20, 1990
#391. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Committee of the Whole Meeting, scheduled for August 20,
1990, be rescheduled to Wednesday, August 22, 1990.
CARRIED
Mr. David I. Merkur, A. Merkur & Sons Ltd., re: Aurora Arts and Culture
Fun
#392. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT a letter of thanks be sent to David Merkur for his generous
donation to the Aurora Arts and Culture Fund, and his continuing to
lead the way in this regard.
CARRIED
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario re: Reguest for Nominations,
1990-91 AMO Board of Directors
#393. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Mr. Alan Furbacher, Aurora Business Parks Ltd. re: Letter of Credit for
Aurora Business Parks
#394. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT a Staff report be requested addressing the points raised by
Mr. Furbacher.
CARRIED
Ms. Marilyn Munslow, Resident re: Request to have caution si~ns erected on
Brookland Avenue for safety of ducks and vehicular traffic -Caution -Duck
Crossing"
#395. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority re: Municipal Planting Program
#396. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT a report be requested from Jim Tree, Parks Supervisor, who
will be attending a meeting with the Lake Simcoe Conservation
Authority on the matter.
CARRIED
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
The Regional Municipality of York, Office of the Medical Officer of Health
re: Monitoring of Quality of Water
Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Final Decision -Ariah
Developments Inc; Application No. B-09-90
Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Final Decision -Monreith
Developments Inc.; Application No. B-08-90
Aurora Committee of Adjustment re: Notice of Final Decision -Jonwire
Investments; Application No. A-14-90
Aurora Hydro Electric Commission re: Installation of Hydro Poles on Aurora
Heights Drive
Maclean Hunter Printin re: Letter of A reciation and Thanks to Mr. Tom
ra am, Le1sure omp ex
TheRe ional Munici alit of York, Clerk's De artment re: Clause No. 1 of
Report No. 10, Po icy -Bus Stop Benches
Ministry of Transportation re: Subsidy for Road Improvement
Mr. Mike Harris, M.P.P., Ontario Progressive Conservative Caucus re: News
Release -Farm Tax Rebate Program
The Regional Municipality of York, Clerk's Department re: Clause No. 9 of
Report No .10 -11 Rapi d Trans it Improvements for the 90 1 s -Greater Toronto
Area"
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Right Honourable Brian Mulroney re: Canada Day, 1990
Heather deLorenzis, Programs Manager re: Heritage Village Day -Date Change
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes, No. 30-90, dated Monday June
18, ·1990
#397. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Minutes of the Planning Advisory Committee Meeting Number
30-90 be received, and that the recommendations carried by the
Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
STAFF REPORTS
CL90-022-197 -Federal Riding of York North
#398. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT Council consider adopting the following resolution.
WHEREAS the Federal Riding of York North is currently without
representation; the election of 1988 ended with five recounts and
ultimately a court decision which declared it null and void;
AND WHEREAS the common perception in the community of York North
is that the size of the population of the Riding, 186,709 people,
was the reason for the failure of the process;
AND WHEREAS the population of York North as of March 1990 was
220,000 people and the projection for 1991, six months hence, is
240,800.
RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Town of Aurora support the
position that the Federal Riding of York North be divided to
provide it's citizens with equal representation with the rest of
Canada;
THAT the other Municipalities in said Riding, being King, Richmond
Hill and Vaughan, be advised of Council's decision and requested to
support the resolution.
CARRIED
CL90-023-207 -Release of Option Agreement, Engelhard Canada Limited
#399. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the Release of
Option Agreement document between the Corporation of the Town of
Aurora and Engelhard Canada Limited (copy appended to this report).
CARRIED
LS90-020-208 -Playground Equipment Installation -Devins Drive School
#400. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Council authorize the expenditure of $6,078.50 as the Town of
Aurora's contribution to the Devins Drive Public School and
Community Adventure Playground.
CARRIED
Councillor Timpson, having previously declared a possible Conflict of
Interest in report LS90-020-208, did not take part in the vote called for
adoption of this resolution.
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PL90-086-198 -Proposed Site Plan Agreement between the Town of Aurora and
Richard Perkins Investments Limited, 60 Industrial Parkway North, SP-90-IO
#401. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
#402.
That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Site Plan
Agreement between Richard Perkins Investments Limited and the Town
of Aurora.
CARRIED
Part 81 to 85
Investments, us1ness
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Weller
That Council give first and second reading to proposed By-law
3206-90 and direct staff to continue to work with the landowners to
resolve outstanding matters prior to third reading.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution it was:
#403. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT this item be referred to Item 17, Reading of By-laws, on the
Agenda.
CARRIED
The resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
PW90-042-200 -Completion Certificate, Contract P.W.-1989-14,
Reconstruction of Reuben Street and Temperance Street from Kennedy Street to
Reuben Street
#404. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the Completion Certificate for Contract P .W .-1989-14 for "The
Reconstruction of Reuben Street and Temperance Street from Kennedy
Street West to Reuben Street", payable to Novacor Construction Ltd.
in the amount of $522,560.93, be approved. ·
THAT the completion date for this project be established as June 7,
1990.
CARRIED
PW90-045-209 -Upgrading of Works Department Fuel · Tanks to Comply with
Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations Standards
#405. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT Counci 1 approve an expenditure of $65,000.00 to remove two
existing steel fuel tanks, (1-2,000 gallon and 1-500 gallon) and
replace with new fibre glass (1-5,000 gallon) tank. Cost of the
work is estimated at $65,000.00, from the Engineering/Roads Reserve.
CARRIED
PW90-047-201 -Tender Award, Tender No. P.W.-1990-04 Remove and Replace
Def1c1ent Asphalt Pavement Various Locations, Town of Aurora
#406. Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT Tender P.W.-1990-04 to remove and replace deficient asphalt
pavement be awarded to the low bidder C.W. Graham Construction
Inc., at its bid price of $34,492.80.
THAT a contingency allowance of $2,000.00 be approved for this
project.
CARRIED
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PW90-048-202 -Tender Award, Tender P.W.-1990-08 Bulk Water Dispensing
Station
#407. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Tender P.W.-1990-08 for a Bulk Water Dispensing Station be
awarded to the low bidder Marlborough Construction Ltd., at its bid
price of $42,640.00.
THAT the estimated project cost of $45,000.00 be allocated from the
Water Reserve Fund.
CARRIED
PW90-049-203 -Tender Award, Tender P .W. -1990-05 Rebui 1 d Retaining Wa 11 s,
Various Locations, Town of Aurora
#408. Moved by Councillor Weller Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre
THAT Tender P.W.-1990-05 to rebuild retaining walls at various
locations be awarded to the low bidder Rutherford Contracting Ltd.,
at its bid price of $12,750,00.
THAT a contingency allowance of $4,000.00 be approved for this
project.
CARRIED
PW90-050-204 -Tender Award, Tender P.W.-1990-03 Replace Sidewalk & Curb &
Adjust Catchbasins, Various Locations, Town of Aurora
#409. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT Tender P.W.-1990-03 for replacement of sidewalk and curb and
adjust catchbasins be awarded to the low bidder Miconi Construction
Division of Cataract Construction Ltd., at its bid price of
$46,450,00.
CARRIED
CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Federation of Canadian Municipalities re: Municipal Round Tables
#410. Moved by Councillor Pedersen Seconded by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Councillor Gail Mcintyre, Press Release re: Aurora Environment Week
#411. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Jones
#412.
THAT the correspondence be received as information.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Jones
THAT the report from the Greater Toronto Coordinating Committee be
received as information.
CARRIED
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mr. Mark Cu11ain, Ariah Develoyments and Sta-Brite Signs re: Proposals to
erect a pylon sign at 89 and 99 onge Street South
#413. Moved by Councillor McKenzie Seconded by Councillor Timpson
BY-LAWS
THAT upon the recommendation of the Director of Building
Administration, that only a pylon sign be approved for 89 and 99
Yonge Street South, and wall signs be prohibited, and the necessary
By-law amendment be prepared.
CARRIED
#414. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Weller
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for First Reading:
3205-90 Being a By-law to appoint a Building Inspector.
3206-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 2213-78 (Beavertop,
Bayview Business Park, G.W. and E.J. Schmidt).
3207-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 2213-78 (Sergio
Bernardi).
AND THAT the same be taken as read a First Time.
CARRIED
#415. 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:
3205-90 Being a By-law to appoint a Building Inspector.
3206-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 2213-78 (Beavertop,
Bayview Business Park, G.W. and E.J. Schmidt).
3207-90 Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 2213-78 (Sergio
Bernardi).
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Second Time.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the resolution, it was;
#416. Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT the following amendments be incorporated into By-law 3206-90:
1. Section 27.B.3., Landscaping Requirements, be changed to read
that "In addition to the landscaping requirements of Section
6.49.a hereof, a landscape strip of a minimum width of 3
metres sha 11 be provided adjacent to a 11 interior side 1 ot
lines extending a minimum distance of 8.3 metres from the rear
1 ot 1 i ne".
2. Section 6.49.B. (iii) be changed from 100 parking spaces to
20 parking spaces.
3. Section 6.49.C. (ii) be deleted.
CARRIED
The resolution CARRIED AS AMENDED.
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Moved by Councillor Timpson Seconded by Councillor Pedersen
THAT By-law No. 3206-90 and 3207-90 be given third reading at the
Council Meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 28, 199d.
CARRIED
#418. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Weller
#419.
THAT leave be given the Mover and Seconder to introduce the
following by-laws for Third Reading:
3199-90 Being a By-law to licence and regulate owners and drivers
of limousines and livery cabs.
3203-90 Being a By-law to dedicate certain lands as a public park.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
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:
3205-90 Being a By-law to appoint a Building Inspector.
AND THAT the same be taken as read a Third Time.
CARRIED
QUESTIONS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Ochalski Condition of Ridge Road;
Councillor Mcintyre Could Town Solicitor report on
flood liability.
Councillor Weller Meeting scheduled for June 28,
1990.
NEW BUSINESS
Councillor Pedersen requested that the Mayor greet and welcome the mother of
the late Terry Fox, who will be passing through Aurora on August 20, 1990.
PW90-051-210 -Tender Award, Tender No. P.W.-1990-07, Two 1991 -6,000 lbs.
G.V.W.R. Pick Up Trucks; One 1991 5,000 1bs. G.V.W.R. Cargo Van; One 1991 -
10,000 lbs. G.V.W.R. Crew Cab and Chassis with Flat Bed Body and Hoist
#420. Moved by Councillor Jones Seconded by Councillor Timpson
THAT the following tender be accepted:
-two 1991 pick up trucks: A.B. Cox Pontiac at $31,643.52
-one 1991 cargo van: A.B. Cox Pontiac at $16,009,68
-one 1991 new cab: A.B. Cox Pontiac at $26,954.88
THAT cost of the tender is $74,608.08, and the estimated cost,
approved from the capital budget is $71,000.00. It is recommended
that additional $3,608.08 be approved from the Engineering Reserve
Fund for the purchase of these vehicles.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
#421. Moved by Councillor McKenzie
THAT the meeting be. adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
CARRIED 11#//'t
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