TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
NO. 06-03
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
ATTENDANCE
COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor Jones in the Chair; Councillors Buck, Gaertner, Hogg, Morris, Vrancic and West
MEMBERS ABSENT Councillors Kean and Wallace were absent.
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building, Director of Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Director of Public Works, Director of Financial Services/ Treasurer, Town Solicitor and Council/Committee Secretary.
Following Open Forum the Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
Mayor Jones declared an interest in Item 11- Report PL06-013 by virtue of his residence within the circulation area of the proposed development 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 questions.
Councillor Gaertner declared an interest in Item 1(15) - CS06-008 Town of Aurora Lottery Licensing Policy due to her involvement with an organization that conducts Bingo events, 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 questions.
II APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services Department, with the following additional items, be approved:
Ø Delegation Request from Mr. Wayne Gobbels
Re: By-law 4767-06.T Parking on Pinnacle Trail
Ø Correspondence from Ms Sylvia Defilippis, Resident
Re: Item 1 (4) - CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal Control
Services
Ø Delegation Request from Mr. Reg Chappell
Re: Item 1(9) - LS06-002 Recreation Complex Naming Rights
Ø Correspondence from Mr. Gary Stanhope, Project Manager,
MHPM Project Managers Inc.
Re: Item 8 - Feedback Form for the New Recreation Complex
Ø Additional Information from Animal Alliance
Re: Item 1 (4) - CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal Control
Services
Ø Proposed Amendment to Recommendation of Item 11 from the Chief Administrative Officer
Ø Delegation Request from Ms Rebecca Beaton
Re: Item 9 Correspondence from Mr. Darryl Moore regarding the Strategic Plan
CARRIED
III ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of January 17, 2006, Meeting Number 06-01 and Special Council Public Planning Minutes of January 25, 2006, Meeting Number 06-02
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 06-01 and Special Council Public Planning Minutes from Meeting Number 06-02 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
IV PRESENTATIONS
None
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 1(4), 1(9), 1(12), 1(15), 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 were identified for discussion.
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as Items not Requiring Separate Discussion be adopted as submitted to Council and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to give effect to same:
2. Recommendation from In-Camera Meeting of January 17, 2006
THAT Mr. Michael Paluch be appointed to the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora.
4. EDAC06-01 January 11, 2006 Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting 06-01 held on January 11, 2006 be received as information and the following recommendations of the Economic Development Advisory Committee be endorsed:
2. Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting No. 05-10, dated Wednesday, December 14, 2005
THAT meeting Report No. 05-10 dated Wednesday, December 14, 2005, be adopted as printed and circulated.
3. Delegation by Lauren Millier, urbanMetrics inc.
Economic Sectors Analysis for the Town of Aurora
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information purposes.
4. Delegation by Dana Anderson, Meridian Planning Consultants
The Official Plan Review pertaining to the Industrial/Commercial/Economic Development Policies Sections of the Municipalitys Official Plan
THAT the comments of the delegation be received for information purposes.
5. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Economic Sectors Analysis for the Town of Aurora Presentation by urbanMetrics inc.
THAT the memorandum from the Economic Development Officer regarding the Economic Sectors Analysis for the Town of Aurora Presentation by urbanMetrics inc. be received for information purposes.
6. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Proposed Official Plan Updates to Auroras Industrial, Commercial and Economic Development Policies Presentation by Meridian Planning Consultants Inc.
THAT the memorandum from the Economic Development Officer regarding Proposed Official Plan Updates to Auroras Industrial, Commercial and Economic Development Policies Presentation by Meridian Planning Consultants Inc., be received for information purposes.
7. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
THAT the memorandum from the Economic Development Officer regarding the Town of Auroras Business Bright Lights Newsletter Fall/Winter 2005 Edition, Volume 2, Issue 2 be received for information purposes.
8. Memorandum from the By-law Services Co-ordinator - By-law Enforcement Procedures
THAT the memorandum from the By-law Services Co-ordinator - By-law Enforcement Procedures be received and referred to the Yonge Street Commercial Area Sub-Committee.
9. Economic Development Advisory Committee Pending List
THAT Economic Development Advisory Committee Pending List be received for information purposes.
6. AHC06-01 January 16, 2006 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
THAT Council receive the no quorum report for the January 16, 2005 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting.
12. PL06-016 Update of Studies in Support of Regional Official Plan
Amendment Authorization to Sign Contract
THAT staff take the necessary action to retain Hemson Consulting LTD to provide consulting services in support of a Regional Official Plan Amendment to bring the 2C lands into the Regional Official Plan Urban Area at an amount not to exceed $50,000.
CARRIED
VII DELEGATIONS
(a) Mrs. Tania Edwards, Resident, 56 Pinnacle Trail
Re: By-law 4767-06.T Parking on Pinnacle Trail
Mrs. Tania Edwards addressed Council in support of By-law 4767-06.T pertaining to parking on Pinnacle Trail. Mrs. Edwards advised that the current parking restriction on the inside of the curve is resulting in cars parking on the outside, making it difficult to navigate, impairing sightlines, obstructing snow removal and causing concern for childrens safety.
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
Mr. Wayne Gobbels, Resident
Re: By-law 4767-06.T Parking on Pinnacle Trail
(Added Item)
Mr. Wayne Gobbels addressed Council in support of By-law 4767-06.T pertaining to parking on Pinnacle Trail. Mr. Gobbels addressed the issue of impaired sightlines and also read a letter from Mr. & Mrs. Richer who reside at 36 Pinnacle Trail, also in support of the by-law.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information and referred to the Traffic Safety Advisory Board in order to consider any further restrictions.
CARRIED
7. Correspondence from David and Kelly Richer
Re: By-law 4767-06.T Parking on Pinnacle Trail
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the correspondence from David and Kelly Richer regarding By-law 4767-06.T Parking on Pinnacle Trail be received and referred to the Traffic Safety Advisory Board.
CARRIED
(b) Ms Liz White, Director, Animal Alliance
Re: Item 1 (4) - CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal
Control Services
Ms Liz White addressed Council to request: that Kennel Inn improve their record keeping; that Kennel Inn explain discrepancies that suggest animals go missing; that statistics be provided to account for animals that are sent to and from Seneca College; that animals are not gifted to Seneca College; and that Seneca College provide protocols for the procedures conducted.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and referred to staff for comments.
CARRIED
(c) Dr. Ross Emmans, Veterinarian Professor, Seneca College,
King Campus
Re: Item 1 (4) - CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal
Control Services
Dr. Ross Emmans addressed Council to provide an overview of the state-of-the-art facility that Seneca College offers for the provision of a two-year, demanding veterinary program, which prepares students to administer medication and anesthesia, conduct radiographs, and become proficient in overall animal nursing procedures. Dr. Emmans assured Council that animal research has never and will never be conducted at this facility, and that the, approximately, 120 students are advocates of exceptional animal care, and are extremely interested in the well being and adoption of the animals for whom they care. Dr. Emmans also extended a public invitation to anyone who would like to visit the facility at any time, even on short notice.
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Procedural By-law be waived to allow the delegate additional time to speak on this matter.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and Item 1(4) be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
VIII CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-02, Tuesday, January 24, 2006
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-02, TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2006
(4) CS06-005 Provision of Future Animal Control Services
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT Report CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal Control Services be received; and
THAT the Town of Aurora enter into service agreements with Kennel Inn for the provision of animal shelter services at a cost of $150,000.00; and
THAT staff bring back a report recommending amendments to the Animal Control By-law for an adjustment in the licensing fees for cats and dogs; and
THAT staff continue to review long term options with municipalities in York Region or Kennel Inn or any other interested parties on a new animal shelter and animal control enforcement to service the Town of Aurora; and
THAT the correspondence from Ms Sylvia Defilippis, Mrs. Doris Hillard, Mr. Richard de Pass and Ms Joanne de Pass, Mrs. Patricia Pemberton and Ms Margaret Shearman be received for information; and
THAT staff clarify the issue of animals going to Seneca College and what the purposes are and report back to Council, and urge the Kennel Inn to continue with the upgrades to the facilities; and
THAT Kennel Inn clarify the reporting figures provided; and
THAT staff discuss with Kennel Inn, their plans to pursue the possibility of wheelchair accessibility to all buildings on the property; and
THAT the contract with Kennel Inn stipulate that all animals be kept for a minimum of 10 days.
CARRIED
Correspondence from Ms Sylvia Defilippis, Resident
Re: Item 1 (4) - CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal Control Services
(Added Item)
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the correspondence from Ms Sylvia Defilippis be received for information.
CARRIED
Additional Information from Animal Alliance
Re: Item 1 (4) - CS06-005 - Provision of Future Animal Control Services
(Added Item)
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the additional information from Animal Alliance be received for information.
CARRIED
(d) Mr. Stephen Granger, Resident
Re: Item 1(12) Proposed Questions for the 2006 Elector Ballot
Mr. Stephen Granger addressed Council to suggest that, due to the increasing population of Aurora, an excellent question to be included on the 2006 elector ballot would be one to address the option of a ward system within the Town. Mr. Granger suggested that, even if 50% voter turnout is not achieved, but 51% or more of actual voters support the idea, that Council could proceed based on the public input.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 1(12) be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-02, Tuesday, January 24, 2006
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-02, TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2006
(12) CS06-006 Municipal Election 2006 Update
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT any Member of Council submit to the Clerk, by February 15, 2006, any proposed questions for the ballot for the 2006 municipal election for consideration at the February 21, 2006 meeting; and
THAT Council not establish a Compliance Audit Committee or Contribution Rebates.
CARRIED
(e) Mr. Darryl Moore, Resident
Re: Item 9 Correspondence from Darryl Moore regarding the
Strategic Plan
Mr. Darryl Moore addressed Council to provide comments on the process regarding the Strategic Plan. Mr. Moore suggested that: the reasons given to hold a private assembly were not sufficient to warrant it; that the names of the key people heading the process should be revealed to the public; that the various Advisory Committees should be consulted for input into the process; and that the timeline should be extended in order for this input to take place.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the Procedural By-law be waived to allow the delegate additional time to speak on this matter.
DEFEATED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
(f) Delegation Request from Ms Rebecca Beaton
Re: Item 9 Correspondence from Mr. Darryl Moore regarding the Strategic Plan
(Added Item)
Ms Rebecca Beaton addressed Council to advise that the Strategic Plan consultants stated that a two month extension would not affect the cost and therefore, requested that Council consider extending the timeline in order to allow for public and Advisory Committee input.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT the comments of the delegate be received for information.
CARRIED
Mr. John Rogers, Chief Administrative Officer, addressed Council to clarify that the Strategic Plan sessions that have been held have been Orientation Sessions and that we are at the beginning of the process at this point. Mr. Rogers advised that the consultants have agreed to extend the timeline by one month, which will allow all the Advisory Committees, as well as the public, to become involved. Mr. Rogers indicated that a final report to Council is expected near the end of May.
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Item 9 be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
9. Correspondence from Mr. Darryl Moore
Re: Strategic Plan
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor West
THAT the correspondence from Mr. Darryl Moore regarding the Strategic Plan be received for information; and
THAT the revised process continue, as outlined by the Chief Administrative Officer.
CARRIED
(g) Delegation Request from Mr. Reg Chappell
Re: Item 1(9) - LS06-002 Recreation Complex Naming Rights
(Added Item)
Mr. Reg Chappell, President of Ducks Swimming, addressed Council to provide an update on the fundraising activities that will take place for the New Recreation Complex. Mr. Chappell outlined a kick-off event to be held on Saturday, March 4, 2006, for which tickets will be sold, tours will be offered, speeches and announcements will be made, and donations will be accepted. Mr. Chappell identified an event which is planned for the Opening, entitled Taste of Aurora, which will include taste tests by local restaurants. Mr. Chappell also indicated that a Wall of Honour is planned, which will honour donations of $100 - $30,000.
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the comments of the delegate be received and that Item 1(9) be brought forward for discussion.
CARRIED
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-02, Tuesday, January 24, 2006
CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION FROM THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING NO. 06-02, TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2006
(9) LS06-002 Recreation Complex Naming Rights
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council endorse the fundraising targets identified within this report regarding the naming rights for the new Recreation Complex; and
THAT Council approve the Naming Rights Policy attached to this report.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the Procedural By-law be waived in order to allow Mr. Chappell to respond to the concerns expressed by Council.
CARRIED
Councillor Gaertner, having previously declared an interest in Item 1(15), did not take part in the vote called for in regard to the adoption of this item.
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 06-02, Tuesday, January 24, 2006
(15) CS06-008 Town of Aurora Lottery Licensing Policy
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Hogg
THAT CS06-008 be received; and
THAT the Lottery Licensing Policy attached as Appendix #1 to the report be approved and implemented; and
THAT the former Break Open Ticket Lottery Licensing Policy be repealed.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the balance of the report of the General Committee Meeting No. 06-02 be received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
CARRIED
8. Correspondence from Councillor Morris
Re: Feedback Form for the New Recreation Complex
and
Correspondence from Mr. Gary Stanhope, Project Manager,
MHPM Project Managers Inc.
Re: Item 8 - Feedback Form for the New Recreation Complex
(Added Item)
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the correspondence be received and referred to staff for comments; and
THAT the feedback forms be made available at the New Recreation Complex; and
THAT the correspondence from Mr. Gary Stanhope be received for information.
CARRIED
3. EAC06-01 January 9, 2006 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting, held on January 9, 2006 be received for information and Council endorse the following recommendations of the Environmental Advisory Committee:
2. Memorandum from the Director of Public Works
Environmental Advisory Committee Pending Items
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee requests that Council advise the Committee of the timing of the Strategic Plan Review process and appropriate timing for input from the Committee.
3. York Durham Sewage System Media Release
York Region Holds Public consultation Centres on Permit to Take Water for YDSS Interceptor Project
THAT this item be received for information.
4. Correspondence from the Ministry of the Environment
Clean Water Act, 2005
THAT this item be received for information.
5. Lake Simcoe Environmental Management Strategy
2005 Conference Update
THAT this item be received for information.
6. Region of York December 2005 Council Highlights
THAT this item be received for information.
7. Region of York Media Release
York Region Wins Two Awards For Innovative Waste Management Strategies
THAT this item be received for information.
8. York Region Environmental Alliance
GreenWorks Newsletter
THAT this item be received for information.
9. Region of York Media Release
The Regional Municipality of York to contract with Dongara Development
to Convert Waste Into Alternative Fuel
THAT the Region of York Media Release Re: The Regional Municipality of York to contract with Dongara Development to Convert Waste Into Alternative Fuel be deferred to the next Environmental Advisory Committee meeting.
10. Durham/York Residual Waste Study
Proposed Environmental Assessment (EA) Terms of Reference
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee requests that the Director of Public Works assist the Committee in responding to the Durham/York Residual Waste Study Proposed Environmental Assessment (EA) Terms of Reference by drafting a letter for the signature of the Chair of the Environmental Advisory Committee stating that the Committee requests that the residual waste be contained within geographical and regional watershed boundaries; and
THAT the Town endorse the previous motion and send a letter with any additional staff comments by the February 6, 2006, deadline.
11. Mr. Dave Douglas, VisionQuest
Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb
THAT the delegation by Mr. Dave Douglas of VisionQuest Re: Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb be received.
12. PW06-002- Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb
THAT the proposal entitled Optimization of Recyclable Material Recovery at the Curb, Phase 1 and Phase 2, as generally described in Report No. PW06-002 be endorsed; and
THAT staff and the consultant continue to liaise with the Environmental Advisory Committee to secure third party funding for the proposal; and
THAT staff be requested to inform Council of any major deviations from the proposal as submitted with Report No. PW06-002; and
THAT endorsement of all further phases be deferred until the February Environmental Advisory Committee meeting; and
THAT the minutes be corrected to reflect Councillor Gaertner as the Chair, rather than Councillor Morris.
CARRIED
Councillor West left the meeting at 8:55 p.m.
5. LSAC06-01 January 12, 2006 Leisure Services Advisory Committee
Meeting
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting, held on January 12, 2006, be received for information and Council endorse the following recommendations of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee:
2. Arboretum Master Plan
THAT the Leisure Services Advisory Committee authorize the Director of Leisure Services to meet with the Arboretum Committee in order to obtain answers that this Committee requires in order to move this matter forward to Council.
3. Motion from Council Meeting No. 04-10 held March 30, 2004, Youth Centre.
THAT this matter be deferred to the next Leisure Services Advisory Committee meeting.
4. Update from the Director of Leisure Services - New Recreation Complex
THAT the verbal update from the Director of Leisure Services regarding the New Recreation Complex be received.
5. Youth Action Sub-Committee
THAT the minutes from the Youth Action Sub-Committee meetings, dated October 19, 2005, November 16, 2005 and December 21, 2005 be received.
6. Special Events Committee
THAT the minutes from the Special Events Sub-Committee meetings, dated October 24, 2005, November 14, 2005 and December 12, 2005 be received.
CARRIED
10. Motion from Councillor Buck
Re: Notice of Motion from the May 24, 2005 Council Meeting
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Councillor Hogg
WHEREAS The Town of Aurora has three high schools. Each year awards in excess of one hundred are made to students of the graduation classes in recognition of excellence in a variety of academic achievements. Dr. G.W. Williams High School has the greatest number of awards because it is the oldest school.
As well as achieving excellence, students who are informed of the various awards at the beginning of their high school experience must make application for the awards in their last year in school. A committee of faculty members makes the decisions as to the recipients to be recognized.
The Town of Aurora has made awards to the young man and woman who have achieved academic excellence in each of the high schools.
There are several awards for academic excellence. There is no award to recognize excellent and meaningful participation in school governance at the student level.
In consideration of the need to encourage and recognize students who have had wholehearted involvement in their school community as well as achieving academic excellence...and of the need in general, to bring to the attention of the students...their parents and the school faculty that, contributing to the well-being of one's community is an eminently worthwhile objective and an essential step towards full citizenship and that it should be recognized.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT The Town of Aurora Award for the year 2006 and henceforth be varied to recognize academic excellence and student involvement in school governance and that each school selection committee be asked to name the award for the program which best reflects the Town's intention; and
THAT staff work with Councillor Buck to develop the name of the award.
CARRIED
Mayor Jones, having previously declared an interest in Item 11, relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Morris and did not take part in the vote called for in this regard. Upon conclusion of this matter, Mayor Jones resumed the Chair.
11. Memorandum from the Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy Clerk
Re: Consideration of a Report from the Public Planning Meeting of
January 25, 2006
and
Proposed Amendment to Recommendation of Item 11 from the Chief Administrative Officer
(Added Item)
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Buck
THAT Report PL06-013 be received as information; and
THAT staff report back to Council at a future Public Planning Meeting under the Planning Act, following the resolution of technical matters and when final comments/draft conditions are received.
CARRIED
IX REGIONAL REPORT
Mayor Jones advised that York Region is looking to partner with area municipalities in order to co-ordinate joint waste diversion strategies, and that he anticipates that the Region will consult with Town of Aurora staff as well as the Environmental Advisory Committee on this matter.
Highlights from Regional Council meetings are posted on their website at www.region.york.on.ca under Council Highlights.
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
Councillor Vrancic congratulated the Director of Leisure Services and organizing committee on the Grand Opening event at the New Seniors Centre on Saturday, January 21, 2006 which was extremely well attended. Councillor Vrancic inquired why the Centre is not open on weekends and requested that the Director of Leisure Services and the Director of Financial Services review the costs involved to achieve this. The Director of Leisure Services responded that funding has been approved in the budget for extended hours and that discussions are currently ongoing with the seniors.
Councillor Morris inquired as to whether the general notes taken at the Strategic Plan meetings could be shared with the public, to which the Chief Administrative Officer responded that these are a matter of public record and are available from the Town Clerk.
Mayor Jones advised that the Aurora Tigers have won their division and are beginning the playoffs on Friday, February 3, 2006.
Councillor Morris requested an update on Ontario Heritage Foundation lands located on Bathurst Street north of Bloomington Sideroad (formerly known as the Anne Bartley Smith Lands), to which Mayor Jones responded that the Region has purchased a three acre parcel for the purpose of a water reservoir. The Town of Aurora has requested that, if there is an obligation that the monies derived from the sale of the property must be put back into the property, which is being done.
Councillor Gaertner inquired whether the Town of Auroras old e-mail address, shown on the Emergency Preparedness Guide is operational, to which the Director of Corporate Services responded that the old e-mail address is still live and will remain operational indefinitely along with the new e-mail address.
Councillor Hogg requested that staff contact Light of Christ regarding the criteria of the participation award, as well as the three high schools in order to obtain details. Once staff has completed preliminary research, Councillor Hogg requested that this be provided to him in order to provide a Notice of Motion.
Councillor Buck inquired whether the Strategic Plan Terms of Reference could be extended and if staff could investigate what the additional cost would be to provide for more general public input, similar to what was done in the City of London.
XI READING OF BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Hogg Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and enacted:
4755-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
assume aboveground and belowground municipal services; to assume certain lands; and to establish highways (Bayview Wellington North Phase I)
4759-06.F BEING A BY-LAW to
establish a schedule of fees for applications, permits, the sale of Town publications, and to prescribe service charges for administrative matters.
4763-06.F BEING A BY-LAW to
establish a schedule of fees for applications made in respect of Planning matters
4766-06.D BEING A BY-LAW to
amend By-law No. 2213-78, as amended, being the Zoning By-law of the Town of Aurora (700 Bloomington Road - D14-04-04)
4767-06.T BEING A BY-LAW to
amend Parking By-law 4574-04.T as amended, with respect to parking on Pinnacle Trail
4768-06.T BEING A BY-LAW to
amend Parking By-law 4574-04.T as amended, with respect to parking on Ostick Street
4769-06.C BEING A BY-LAW to
confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting of
January 31, 2006
CARRIED
XII IN-CAMERA
None
XIII ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Vrancic
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:32 p.m.
CARRIED
_________________________________ ________________________________
T. JONES, MAYOR B. PANIZZA, TOWN CLERK
