THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF GEORGINA
COUNCIL AGENDA
Wednesday, May 6, 2015 9:00 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER - MOMENT OF MEDITATION
2. ROLL CALL
3. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
4. INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEM(S)
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6. DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
7. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Pages 1-15 7.1 Minutes of the Council Meeting held on April 8, 2015 Pages 16-29 7.2 Minutes of the Council Meeting held on April 15, 2015 Pages 30-46 7.3 Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on April 22, 2015
8. SPEAKERS
9. DELEGATIONS/PETITIONS
9.1 Kathy Mitchel, MADD York Region Chapter President, thanking Mayor and Council for their consideration of support of ‘Campaign 911’, the kick-off was held on May 4th at The ROC.
(Advisement: Refer to Item No. 16.2.6, request for formal support of the Campaign and flying of flag)
10. PRESENTATIONS None.
11. DETERMINATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
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12. PUBLIC MEETINGS None.
*IF MORE THAN ONE PUBLIC MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR THE SAME TIME, THEY WILL BE DEALT WITH IN THE ORDER THAT THEY APPEAR ON THE AGENDA OR AS COUNCIL MAY DETERMINE.
a. STATUTORY MEETING(S) UNDER THE PLANNING ACT OR MEETINGS PERTAINING TO THE CONTINUATION OF PLANNING MATTERS None.
b. STATUTORY MEETING(S) UNDER OTHER LEGISLATION None.
c. OTHER PUBLIC MEETINGS None.
13. RESOLUTION TO MOVE INTO COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
13.1 ADOPTION OF REPORTS ON CONSENT AGENDA NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
13.2.1 Reports from the Recreation and Culture Department:
13.2.1.1 Verbal Report from staff respecting The Link Construction Update and required approvals for Change Orders
(Advisement: Written memorandum may accompany verbal report)
Pages 47-50 13.2.1.2 The Link Logo
Report No. RC-2015-0008
Recommendation(s):
1. That Council receive Report No. RC-2015-0008, prepared by the Recreation and Culture Department dated May 6, 2015, respecting The Link Logo.
2. That Council approve the proposed logo for The Link recommended by The Link Steering Committee.
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13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont`d
Pages 51-58 13.2.1.3 The ROC – Concession Rental Space
Report No. RC-2015-0010
Recommendation(s):
1. That Council receive Report No. RC-2015-0010 prepared by the Recreation and Culture Department dated May 6, 2015 respecting The ROC Concession Rental Space.
2. That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to terminate the Lake Simcoe Soccer Club lease and to issue a Request for Proposal for the Rental Space of the ROC Soccer Concession and Canteen (next to splash pad).
13.2.2 Report from the Operations and Engineering Department: Pages 59-68 13.2.2.1 Janitorial Services for Town Facilities – RFP OED2015-001
Report No. OED-2015-0007
Recommendation(s):
1. That Council receive Report No. OED-2015-0007 prepared by the Operations and Engineering Department dated May 6, 2015 respecting the Janitorial Services RFP that closed on January 30, 2015.
2. That Council award the Janitorial Services contract to C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services Ltd.
13.2.3 Reports from the Chief Administrative Officer Pages 69-245 13.2.3.1 ClearWater Farm Business Plan
Report No. CAO-2015-0004
Recommendation(s):
1. That Council receive Report No. CAO-2015-0004 prepared by the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer dated May 6, 2015 respecting the ClearWater Farm Business Plan.
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13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont`d
2. That the presentation by Colin Dobell, Executive Director of the Ontario Water Centre for Innovation, Research and Learning (OWC), of the business plan for the OWC’s “ClearWater Farm” project be received;
3. That as per Council Resolution C-2014-0250, the business plan and draft lease be referred to staff for analysis and further report back to Council;
4. That as per Council Resolution C-2015-0279, the staff analysis and report include opportunities for synergistic development of the business plans for the ClearWater Farm and the Link;
5. That staff be authorized to prepare the documents necessary to lease Area L to the OWC for the 2015 growing season.
(Advisement: Presentation to be provided by Colin Dobell respecting the Ontario Water Centre and the ClearWater Farm Business Plan)
13.2.3.2 Verbal Report from staff respecting Canada Post Community Mail Boxes
14. RECONVENE TO COUNCIL FROM COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
15. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
‘That all reports on the Council in Committee agenda, with the exception of the reports that have been deferred, deleted, tabled or withdrawn be received by Council and the recommendations contained therein, as presented or amended, be adopted.’
16. COMMUNICATIONS
16.1 General Information Items
a) Committee of Adjustment Planning Matters Page 246 i) Under Review ii) Recommendations iii) Decisions Page 247 b) All other matters
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16. COMMUNICATIONS cont’d
16.2 Disposition/Proclamations Page 248 16.2.1 Pat Gooderham, Parade Chairperson, Sutton Legion Branch 356, requesting permission to hold its annual D-Day Parade and Service on Sunday, May 31, 2015 from Black River Road and Dalton Road to the Briar Hill Cemetery from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. Page 249 16.2.2 Premier Kathleen Wynne announces the creation of a Cap and Trade system to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, limiting greenhouse gases by setting an emissions target for all industries, with revenues to go toward actions to reduce greenhouse gas. Pages 250-251 16.2.3 Michael Lyle, Vice President, Planning, Law and Aboriginal Relations, IESO, providing an update on the development of a 20-year electricity plan for York Region. Pages 252-259 16.2.4 The United Church of Canada requesting reimbursement of plumbing costs associated with municipal frozen water pipes in February of this year in the amount of $6,226.30. Pages 260-264 16.2.5 The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario requesting nominations for the ‘Council Award’ by the deadline of October 1, 2015. Pages 265-266 16.2.6 Scott Granahan, Fire Prevention Inspector, requesting Council support MADD York Region’s ‘Campaign 911’ and fly the flag.
(Advisement: Draft resolution attached, refer to Item No. 9.1, delegation by MADD York Region Chapter President)
17. MOTIONS/NOTICES OF MOTION
18. REGIONAL BUSINESS
19. OTHER BUSINESS
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20. BY-LAWS Pages 267-268 20.1 By-law Number 2015-0062 (COU-1), being a by-law to appoint Council Members to the Georgina Selection Committee for the 2014-2018 Term of Office.
(Advisement: Deadline for applications for appointment to various Advisory Committees is May 8, 2015)
21. CLOSED SESSION
21.1 Motion to move into closed session of Council
I) SECURITY OF THE PROPERTY OF THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD – SECTION 239 (2) (a), MA -and- LITIGATION OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, INCLUDING MATTERS BEFORE ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNALS, AFFECTING THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD – SECTION 239 (2) (e), MA - Business Proposal regarding Thane Developments Ltd.
II) PROPOSED OR PENDING ACQUISITION OR DISPOSITION OF LAND BY THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD – SECTION 239 (2) (c) MA - Report No. RC-2015-0009 - Maskinonge River Pedestrian Bridge – Land Acquisition and Consulting Services
21.2 Motion to reconvene into open session of Council and report on matters discussed in closed session.
22. CONFIRMING BY-LAW Pages 269-272 By-law No. 2015-0063 (COU-2), a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council on May 6, 2015.
23. MOTION TO ADJOURN
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF GEORGINA
COUNCIL MINUTES
Wednesday, April 8, 2015 7:00 PM
Staff: Winanne Grant, Chief Administrative Officer Rebecca Mathewson, Director of Administrative Services and Treasurer Harold Lenters, Director of Planning and Building Robin McDougall, Director of Recreation and Culture Steve Richardson, Director of Emergency Services and Fire Chief Dan Pisani, Director of Operations and Engineering Tanya Thompson, Communications Manager Andrea Furniss, Senior Policy Planner Maryann Hunt, Planner Karyn Stone, Economic Development Officer Jacqueline Roy, Licensing Coordinator John Espinosa, Town Clerk Carolyn Lance, Council Services Coordinator
Others: Joanne Henderson Daniela Cerqua, Agent, ltem No. 12 (a) (i) Members of the public, ltem No. 12 (a) (ii) Jim Dyment, Planner, ltem No.13.2.3.2 Art Field, ltem No. 13.2.3.1
1. CALL TO ORDER - MOMENT OF MEDITATION
A moment of meditation was observed.
2 ROLL CALL
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Quirk Regional Councillor Wheeler Councillor Davison Councillor Fellini Councillor Harding Councillor Neeson Councillor Sebo 2 AprilS, 2015 A 2 201 5-04-08
3 COMMUN ITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Members were made aware of a number of commun¡ty events taking place
.Annual Business Excellence Awards .Sutton Faír Board Auction, April 11 .Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee on April24 .Georgina Figure Skating Club lce Show, April 25 .Pitch-l n Week, April 20-26
4. TNTRODUCTTON OF ADDENDUM |TEM(S)
Item No. 13.2.5.1 Verbal update regarding Thane Developments Ltd., removed from the Closed Session, to be heard in public session
5 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Harding
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-027 4
That the April 8, 2015 Council agenda be approved with the following addendum item
ftem No. 13.2.5.1 Verbal update regarding Thane Developments Ltd., removed from the Closed Session, to be heard in public session
Carried
6 DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
Mayor Quirk declared a pecuniary interest in ltem No. 16.1 (b), item (ii) concerning the proposed Canada Post mail delivery conversion from door-to-door delivery to community mail boxes, as she owns property in the subject area.
7 ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Councillor Davison, Seconded by Councillor Neeson
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0275
That the following sets of minutes be adopted as presented:
.Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on March 11,2015 .Minutes of the Council Meeting held on March 25,2015
Carried. 3 April 8, 2015 A 3 2015-04-08
8. SPEAKERS None
9. DELEGATIONS/PETITIONS None.
10. PRESENTATIONS None
11 DETERMINATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Item No. 12(a) (i) Report No. PB-2015-0024 entitled 'Application to Amend Zoning By-law 500, Antonio and Dianne Cerqua' Item No. 12(a) (ii) Report No. DAS-2015-0017 entitled 'Kennel Licensing By-law and Zoning By-law 500 Amendment, Town initiated' Item No. 13.2.1.1 Verbal report from staff respecting The Link Construction Update Item No. 13.2.3.1 Report No. PB-2015-0025 entitled 'Town of Georgina Draft Official Plan, April 2015' Item No. 13.2.4.1 Verbal report from staff respecting the status of the Station Road Sidewalk Project' Item No. 13.2.5.1 Verbal report on Thane Developments Ltd.
13 RESOLUTION TO MOVE INTO COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Councillor Fellini
That Council move into Council in Committee at this time.
Carried.
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION:
13.2.4 Report from the Operations and Engineering Department:
13.2.4.1 Verbal report from staff respecting the status of the Station Road Sidewalk Project
Dan Pisani provided a verbal report respecting the Station Road sidewalk project planned along Old Homestead Road and Station Road. 4 April 8, 2015 A 4 201 5-04-08
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Councillor Sebo
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0276
That Council receive the verbal update made by the Director of Operations and Engineering concerning the Station Road sidewalk project along Old Homestead Road and Station Road.
Carried
13.2.5 Report from the Chief Administrative Officer
13.2.5.1 Verbal report regarding Thane Developments Ltd
The Chief Administrative Officer advised that the municipality, at the end of last week, filed a Notice of Application for a judicial review; a challenge of the Director's revocation of the 2001 clean-up order respecting the Thane property, expressing the municipality's concern with the Ministry's behaviour and actions. This application is paralleling an application filed by Ecojustice which is similar in nature. Ecojustice issued a Press Release and a Press Release will be released on behalf of the municipality shortly.
Mayor Quirk advised that a meeting with the Minister of the Environment is still being sought and in the meantime, a meeting has been scheduled with the Ministry's senior staff on April 20, 2015.
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Davison
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0277
That the verbal update provided by staff with respect to Thane Developments and the former Thane property be received.
Garried.
16. COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Quirk declared a pecuniary interest in ltem No. 16.1 (b), item (ii) concerning the proposed Canada Post mail delivery conversion from door-to-door delivery to community mail boxes, as she owns property in the subject area; Mayor Quirk Ieft the Chair and did not pafticipate in any discussion or vote regarding this rssue; Deputy Mayor Wheeler assumed the position as Chair in Mayor Quirk's absence. 5 April 8, 2015 A 5 201 5-04-08
16. COMMUNICATIONScont'd
16.1 General lnformation ltems a) Committee of Adjustment Planning Matters ¡) Under Review ii) Recommendations iii) Decisions b) All other matters
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Councillor Fellini
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0278
That ftem No. (ii) of the General Information Listing for April 8,2015, be received
Carried.
Mayor Quirk resumed the Chair at this time
Moved by Councillor Davidson, Seconded by Regional Councillor Wheeler
RESOLUTTON NO. C -201 5-0279
That ltem No. (i) of the General lnformation Listing for April 8,2015, be received
Carried.
16.2 Disposition/Proclamations
16.2.1 Minister Responsible for Seniors Affairs encouraging Council to proclaim the month of June as 'Seniors' Month; Vibrant Seniors, Vibrant Communities' and to work with Julia Munro, MPP, to host Seniors' Month events.
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Councillor Davison
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0280
That Town Council proclaim the month of June, 2015, as 'Senior's Month; Vibrant Seniors, Vibrant Communities' throughout the Town of Georgina.
Garried. 6 AprilS, 2015 A 6 2015-04-08
16. COMMUNICATIONS cont'd
16.2.2 Economic Development Officer advising of Economic
Development Com m ittee G ra nt App I ication approva ls.
Moved by Councillor Sebo, Seconded by Councillor Neeson
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0281 That the Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer advising of Economic Development Committee Grant Application approvals be receíved.
Garried.
17. MOTIONS/NOTICES OF MOTION None.
18. REGIONAL BUSINESS None
19. OTHER BUSINESS
Council was informed that the Municipal Law Enforcement Office received two enforcement bicycles today; staff is looking fon¡rard to getting out on the bicycle routes, partnering with York Regional Police Officers.
12. PUBLIC MEETINGS
a. STATUTORY MEETING(S) UNDER THE PLANNING ACT OR MEETINGS PERTAINING TO THE CONTINUATION OF PLANNING MATTERS
i) Application to Amend Zoning By-law 500 (7:30 p.m.) CERQUA, Antonio and Dianne Part Lot 3, Concession 7 (NG), McCowan Rd e/s AGENT: Daniela Cerqua
Report No. PB-20 1 5-0024
Mayor Quirk explained the procedure for a public meeting at this time
Daniel Cerqua, agent for the applicants, addressed Council as follows; .the current owners wish to continue the application to permit the construction of a detached family home on the subject land with a large lot.
Maryann Hunt, Planner; addressed Council as follows; .application to amend Zoning By-law 500 to change the current rural (RU) zoning to a site-specific rural zone to permit the construction of a single family dwelling .located on the east side of McCowan Road, 900 m north of Ravenshoe Road 7 AprilS, 2015 A 7 201 5-04-08
12. PUBLIC MEETINGS cont'd
.rural zone perm¡ts a single family dwelling on a lot with a minimum lot area of 20 hectares (50 acres) and minimum lot frontage of 180 metres (590 feet) while the property is undersized at 8.1 hectares (20 acres) with 100 metres (330 ft) frontage. .in the late 1970's, the minimum frontage and lot area were set high to have an opportunity to assess the merits for each property .in April 2010, previous owner submitted a zoning bylaw amendment application to permit construction of a single family dwelling. Staff deferred further consideration pending the applicant undertaking an Environmental Noise Report and an Air Quality and Odour Study with respect to the Transformer/Distribution Station which is in close proximity to the subject land, to determine whether any mitigating measures are required .new owners now wish to continue that application .objection received from the southerly neighbour at23051 McCowan, but staff can find no planning merits and no impact problems .no agency objections/concerns received and application is exempt from Regional approval .falls under the Ministry of Environment Guideline D-1, Land Use Compatibility because the current application for re-zoning is for the establishment of a new sensitive land use in the vicinity of an existing industrial land use, and Environmental lmpact Study is the applicant's responsibility .ensure natural heritage area to be protected through appropriate setbacks from the identified natural heritage features on the property along with a 30 metre buffer .staff requested Council approve the application to change the current rural zoning on the subject property to a site-specific rural and open space zones to permit the construction of a single family dwelling and to protect the natural features, to adopt a bylaw to amend Zoning By-law 500 and contain site specific provisions.
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Davison
RESOLUTTON NO. C -201 5-0282
1. That Council receive Report PB-2015-0024 prepared by the Planning Division dated April 8, 2015 respecting an application to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 for the property described as Part Lot 3 E/S McCowan Road, Concession 7 (NG).
2. That Council approve the application submitted by Antonio and Dianne Cerqua to re-zone lands described as Part Lot 3 E/S McCowan Road, Concession 7 (NG), from Rural (RU) to Site-Specific Rural and Open Space Zones.
3. That Council adopt a By-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 500 and that the By- law contain the site-specific provisions outlined in Report PB-2015-0024. 8 AprilS, 2015 A I 201 5-04-08
12. PUBLIC MEETINGS cont'd
4. That pursuant to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.P.13, as amended, in the event minor revisions are necessary respecting the proposed amending Zoning By-law, further notice shall not be required.
Carried. (7:45 p.m.) ¡¡) Kennel Licensing By-law and Zoning By-law 500 Amendment Town lnitiated (lnterested Parties Notified)
Report No. DAS-201 5-001 7
Jacqueline Roy reviewed the amendments to the by-law
Mayor Quirk inquired if anyone was in attendance who would like to speak to this matter. None.
Jacqueline Roy addressed Council as follows; .the Town shelter is a temporary stop for animals and wherever animals reside, that location has to be held to a high standard .the shelter is undergoing several repairs and upgrades as well as undergoing a Needs Assessment Study. .the shelter is clean, dogs get exercise and meets this proposed by-law for the most part.
Rebecca Mathewson advised that the Town shelter standard is in compliance with the proposed by-law, other than minor variances that can and will be rectified. The Town is bound by a different act legislatively, it is not this licensing by-law that covers a municipal shelter. The Town is in compliance with legislation through Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) and are inspected regularly by that Ministry with good results from inspection reports.
Jacqueline Roy; .all kennels have four years to come into compliance and the Town shelter will be up to standards within that time limit. .those affected would be required to perform 25o/o of the work necessary each year to become compliant. Would need to bring in proof that the 25% of work has been completed when renewing each year. Charges would not be laid until after that four year deadline with respect to structural changes.
A member of Council requested that when licensing fees are reviewed again, staff consider an adjustment to the costs for larger facilities.
Staff was requested to report back to Council within one year to provide an update on how the licencing by-law is being followed. 9 April 8, 2015 A 9 2015-04-08
12 PUBLIC MEETINGS cont'd
Moved by Councillor Davison, Seconded by Councillor Harding
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0283
1. That Council receive Report No. DAS-2015-0017 prepared by the Administrative Services Department dated April 8, 2015 respecting the Kennel Licencing By-law and Zoning By-law 500 Amendment.
2. That Council adopt the Kennel Licencing By-law, as presented.
3. That Council adopt the Zoning By-law Amendment, as presented.
A recorded vote was requested; the Town Clerk recorded the vote as follows:
YEA NAY
Regional Councillor Wheeler X Councillor Davison x Councillor Fellini X Councillor Harding x Councillor Neeson X Councillor Sebo X Mayor Quirk X
7 0
Carried.
b STATUTORY MEETING(S) UNDER OTHER LEGISLATION None
c. OTHER PUBLIC MEETINGS None.
13.1 ADOPT¡ON OF REPORTS ON CONSENT AGENDA NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Sebo, Seconded by Regional Councillor Wheeler
13.2.2.1 OMEX Supplemental Insurance Assessment of April 2014
Report No. DAS-201 5-0014 10 AprilS, 2015 A 10 2015-04-08
13.1 ADOPTION OF REPORTS ON CONSENT AGENDA NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0284
1 That Council receive Report No. DAS-2015-0014 prepared by the Administrative Services Department dated April 8, 2015 respecting the Ontario Municipal Insurance Exchange (OMEX) Supplemental Insurance Assessment of April 2014 for information purposes.
Garried.
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
13.2.3 Report from the Planninq and Buildinq Department
13.2.3.1 Town of Georgina Draft Official Plan, April 2015
Report No. PB-201 5-0025
Harold Lenters introduced Jim Dyment, Planner, MHBC Planning, Urban Design and Landscape Architecture, consultant team leader, along with the following members of the Official Plan Review Steering Committee;Art Field, Chair, Ted Brown and Mike Fenton, Co Vice-Chairs, and acknowledged Committee members Mayor Quirk, Regional Councillor Wheeler, Councillor Davison and former Councillor Brad Smockum.
Art Field; .pleased to return as Chair. Will complete project by the end of this year .must include the Province, the Region of York, as well as others
Andrea Furniss, Senior Policy Planner, addressed Council as follows: .Purpose of Official Plan Review is to conform with the York Region Official Plan, with the Provincial Plans, to have regard to the matters of Provincial interest, be consistent with Provincial Policy Statements and to consider local priorities and changing community needs .the lands affected by the Official Plan Update are all lands outside the secondary plan areas .phase 1; background research and policy review .phase 2; Policy Development .phase 3; Official Plan Preparation .planning policy review report outlines the upper-tier policy documents and major policy priority areas .Planning Directions Report provides recommended direction to address those policy areas identified in Planning Policy Review Report 11 April 8, 2015 A 11 2015-04-08
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
.reviewed the meetings, public workshops, open houses and statutory public meetings held to provide public consultation .33 written submissions received from public, agencies, landowners or agents to date .82 properties reviewed based on established protocol, 8 property designations recommended by Conservation Authority to remove or refine designation limit .Lakeshore Area Designation Review; 6 properties not previously included in service area were reviewed and recommending removal of lakeshore designation and be placed in more appropriate designations - either rural or environmentally protected lands
Jim Dyment, Planner, addressed Council as follows: .Overview of three Major Policy Changes; Vision; "to be a well-balanced and vibrant community that preserves and protects Georgina's natural environment and rural character; while providing for a high quality of life, grourth and economic development in a sustainable manner", Sustainability and Natural Environment .Population Growth Forecast distribution and Population Growth Forecast to the year 2031
.Genera I Development Pol icies i ncl ude Telecom m u n ication Towers/Renewable Energy Projects, Site Alteration, Hazard Lands, Contaminated Lands, Home-based Business and Minimum Distance Separation .Greenlands System; match Regional and Provincial mapping as required by the Greenbelt Plan .Countryside Area; Agricultural Rural, Aggregate, Rural Commercial, Rural lndustrial, Parkland .Secondary Plan Areas; Keswick, Keswick Business Park, Sutton/Jackson's Point and Pefferlaw .Urban Residential only applies to Maple Lake Estates .Hamlets; minor rounding out of designated areas in Baldwin and Udora, permit small scale commercial and industrial uses .Lakeshore Residential; serviced/unserviced areas, minor mapping changes, accessory residential units only within a dwelling, includes Lake Simcoe Protection Plan policies .Business Park Study Area; no change to current policies or mapping .Creating Healthy and Complete Communities; affordable housing target at25% .Servicing and lnfrastructure; recognize cycling and trails, consideration of Greenlands System, update stormwater policies to reflect Lake Simcoe Protection Plan and Source Water Protection .lmplement plan through Zoning By-law within three years, provide transition policies for cu rrent applications 12 AprilS, 2015 A 12 2015-04-08
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
Andrea Furniss pointed out the following: .Next Steps include a revised 2015 Timetable; draft plan on website, copies to libraries, redline version to be posted on website for individuals to see what was taken out and what was added in .open house May/June 2015 for the public to ask questions .committee meetings May/June 2015 to receive comments from various Advisory Committees .deadline for comments is July 31st. .Statutory Public Meeting in August 2015 .Steering Committee Meeting in September 2015 .CouncilAdoption in October 2015 .Submit to approval authority in November 2015
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Davison
RESOLUTTON NO. C-20r5-0285
1 That Council receive Report No. PB-2015-0025 prepared by the Planning Division, dated April 8, 2015, respecting the Town of Georgina Draft Official Plan, April 2015.
2 That Council authorize staff to release the Town of Georgina Draft Official Plan, April 2015 for formal agency circulation and review, and for public review and comment, and that the deadline for the submission of comments be Friday, July 31, 2015.
3 That Council authorize staff to provide written correspondence to owners of lands that contain a site specific amendment or existing Lakeshore Residential Area designated properties that are proposed to be revised by the Draft Official Plan, April 2015.
4 That Council authorize staff to provide written correspondence to each person who submitted a written submission under the Official Plan Review process, to advise of staff's recommendation on their submission.
5 That Council authorize staff to provide written correspondence to all persons who are registered as an interested party, advising of the Draft Official Plan release, revised project timing, future upcoming public consultation events and how to submit comments on the Draft Official Plan. 13 AprilS, 2015 A l3 201 5-04-08
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
6 That notice of the release of the Draft Official Plan and how to submit comments be placed in the local newspaper and posted on the Town's website.
7 That the Clerk fonruard a copy of Report No. PB-2015-0025 to Valerie Shuttleworth, Chief Planner, for the Regional Municipality of York and Mike Walters, Chief Administrative Officer, forthe Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority.
Garried.
13.2.1 Report from the Recreation and Culture Department:
13.2.1.1 Verbal Report from staff respecting The Link Construction Update and required approvals for Change Orders
No update was provided
14 RECONVENE TO COUNCIL FROM COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
Moved by Councillor Neeson, Seconded by Councillor Davison
That Council reconvene into Council from Council in Committee at this time
Carried.
15 COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS FROM COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
Moved by Councillor Neeson, Seconded by Councillor Sebo
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0286
That all reports on the Council in Committee agenda, with the exception of the reports that have been deferred, deleted, tabled or withdrawn be received by Council and the recommendations contained therein, as presented or amended, be adopted.
Garried. 14 AprilS, 2015 A 14 2015-04-08
20 BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor Neeson, Seconded by Councillor Harding
RESOLUTTON NO. C-201 5-0287
That the following by-laws be approved:
20.1 By-law Number 2015-0056 (PL-s), being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 500, Antonio and Dianne CERQUA, Part Lot 3, Concession 7 (NG), McCowan Road e/s. (Advisement: Refer to Report No. PB-201 5-0024 considered by Council on April 8, 2015)
20.2 By-law Number 2015-0057 (PL-s), being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 500, a By-law to amend By-law Number 500 and the Kennel Licencing By- law (Advisement: Referto Report No. DAS-2015-0017, ltem No. 12 (a) (ii)of this agenda)
20.3 By-law Number 2015-0034 (REG-1), being a by-law to licence and regulate kennels, doggie day-care, pet stores, groomers, rescues, brokers and catteries. (Advisement: Report No. DAS-2015-0008 considered by Councilon February 25,2015; staff requested to bring forward an amended proposed by-law. Refer to Report No. DAS- 2015-0017,|tem No. 12 (a) (ii) of this agenda)
Carried
21. CLOSED SESSION
Council did not convene into Closed Session; the matter was dealt with in Open Session.
21.1 Motion to move into closed session of Council t) ADVTCE SUBJECT TO SOLTCTTOR/CLIENT PRIVILEGE, INCLUDING COMMUNICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THAT PURPOSE - SECTTON 239 (2) (f), MA - Verbal report regarding Thane Developments Ltd.
21.2 Motion to reconvene into open session of Council and report on matters discussed in closed session. N/A 15 AprilS, 2015 A 15 2015-04-08
22 CONFIRMING BY-LAW
Moved by Councillor Sebo, Seconded by Regional Councillor Wheeler
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0288
That the following by-law be approved:
By-law No. 2015-0058 (COU-2), a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council on April 8, 2015.
Carried.
23 MOTION TO ADJOURN
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Councillor Davison
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0289
That the meeting adjourn at 9:02 p.m.
Garried.
Margaret Quirk, Mayor
John Espinosa, Town Clerk 16
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF GEORGINA
COUNCIL MINUTES
Wednesday, April 15, 2015 9:00 AM
Staff: Winanne Grant, Chief Administrative Officer Rebecca Mathewson, Director of Administrative Services and Treasurer Robin McDougall, Director of Recreation and Culture Steve Richardson, Director of Emergency Services and Fire Chief Dan Pisani, Director of Operations and Engineering Tanya Thompson, Communications Manager Velvet Ross, Manager of Planning Karyn Stone, Economic Development Officer David Reddon, Manager/Taxation & Revenue Michele Vandentillaart, The Link Program Coordinator Phil Rose-Donahoe, Manager of Cultural Services Gagan Sandhu, Infrastructure and Operations Manager Robert Fortier, Capital Projects Manager Adrian Cammaert, Senior Policy Planner Michael Bigioni, Town Solicitor John Espinosa, Town Clerk Carolyn Lance, Council Services Coordinator
Others: Joanne Henderson Catherine Madden, ltem No. 10.1 Kerry Wilson, ltem No. 13.2.3.1 Scott Vokey, ltem No. 13.2.3.1
1. CALL TO ORDER - MOMENT OF MEDITATION
A moment of meditation was observed 17 April 15 2015 M 2 2015-04-15
2 ROLL CALL
The following Council Members were present:
Mayor Quirk Regional Councillor Wheeler Councillor Fellini Councillor Harding Councillor Neeson Councillor Sebo
Regrets: Councillor Davison
3 COMMU N ITY ANNOU NCEMENTS
Council Members were made aware of a number of community events taking place
.NationalVolunteer Week this week .Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee, Friday, April 24, Sutton Kin Hall .PAR Garage Sale as Pefferlaw Picnic fundraiser, May 16 .Pitch ln Week, April20-26 .Pitch-ln Week BBQ at The Link Parking Lot, Saturday, April 18, 12:00pm to 2:00pm 'Fire Chief; all homes must have working carbon monoxide detectors outside of sleeping areas as of April 15th; refers to all homes with attached garages, wood stoves or any combustible appliances
Velvet Ross, Manager of Planning, introduced Adrian Cammaert on a one-year contract basis, replacing Andrea Furniss on maternity leave.
4 INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEM(S) None.
5 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Fellini, Seconded by Councillor Harding
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0290
That the April 1 5,2015 Council agenda be approved with the following amendments
.inclusion of pages 2,4 and 6 of Report No. RC-2015-0007, ltem No. 13.2.1 .2 .Removal of pages 103-204, Report No. OED-2015-0012, ltem No. 13.2.3.1 'Withdrawal of ltem No. 21 .1(i), verbal update regarding Thane Developments Ltd
Garried.
6 DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF None. 18 April 15 2015 M 3 2015-04-15
7 ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Fellini
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0291
That the following Council Minutes be adopted as presented:
.Minutes of the Council Meeting held on April I ,2015.
Carried.
8 SPEAKERS
Mayor Quirk inquired if anyone was in attendance wishing to speak to any of the reports on the agenda None.
9. DELEGATIONS/PETITIONS None
10. PRESENTATIONS
10.1 Catherine Madden, Women's Centre of York Region, introducing the services, programs and supports offered by the Centre.
Catherine Madden, Executive Director of Women's Centre of York Region advised that Michelle Sudeyko, Fund Development Manager, was also in attendance. .Women's Centre was founded in 1977 .Vision; allwomen thriving personally, socially and economically .Mission; to bring hope, support and learning to women on their journey of self- discovery and empowerment in an atmosphere of inclusiveness and collaboration .Promise; to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where women feel supported on their journey of creating positive lasting change in their lives .40o/o of clients are low income residents which equates to earning $35,000 or less for a family of four. .Georgina represents 4o/o of the York Region population .two programs offered in Georgina'Making Changes'and 'Financial Empowerment' .six guiding principles; inclusion, collaboration, connection, learning, innovation and possibility .offer a range of support and services for women to make positive changes in their lives at little or no cost; individual counselling, transitional support counselling,
assistance i n re-entering workforce, fi nancial em powerment prog rams. 19 April 15 2015 M 4 2015-04-15
10 PRESENTATIONS cont'd
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Sebo
RESOLUTTON NO. C-201 5-0292
That the presentation made by Catherine Madden, Executive Director of Women's Centre of York Region, introducing the services, programs and supports offered by the Centre, be received with thanks.
Garried.
11 DETERMINATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Item No. 13.2.1.1 Verbal Report from staff respecting the Link Construction Project tem No. 13.2.2.2 2012 Tax Sales Update - Payment Out of Court tem No. 13.2.2.3 2012 Tax Sales - Unsold Properties Update tem No. 13.2.3.1 LED Streetlight Investment Grade Audit (lGA) Results
12. PUBLIC MEETINGS None
a STATUTORY MEETING(S) UNDER THE PLANNING ACT OR MEETINGS PERTAINING TO THE CONTINUATION OF PLANNING MATTERS None.
b. STATUTORY MEETING(S) UNDER OTHER LEGISLATION None.
c. OTHER PUBLIC MEETINGS None.
13 RESOLUTION TO MOVE INTO COUNCIL IN COMMITTEE
Moved by Councillor Neeson, Seconded by Councillor Harding
That Council move into Council in Committee at this time.
Carried. 20 April 15 2015 M 5 2015-04-15
13.1 ADOPTION OF REPORTS ON CONSENT AGENDA NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Regional Councillor Wheeler, Seconded by Councillor Fellini
13.2.1.2 Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Community Transportation Pilot Grant Program
Repod No. RC-2015-0007
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0293
1 That Council receive Report No. RC-2015-0007 prepared by the Recreation and Culture Department dated April 15, 2015 respecting the MTO's Community Transportation Pilot Grant Program.
2 That a By-law be passed authorizing Council to enter into an agreement with Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation, for the purpose of carrying out a Community Transportation Pilot Project called Intentionally & Collaboratively Connecting our Georgina Communities.
3 That Council authorize the creation of a fund designated by the Town for the purpose of carrying out the project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Transfer Payment Agreement (Attachment 1) with the Province of Ontario.
4 That the Clerk fonryard a copy of this report and By-law thereon to the Ministry of Transportation.
13.2.2.1 Licence Appeal Hearing Decision 1553157 Ontario Ltd.M/hispering Pines
Report No. DAS-201 5-001 8
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0294
1 That Council receive Report No. DAS-2015-0018 prepared by the Administrative Services Department dated April 15, 2015 respecting the Business Licence Appeal Hearing Decision 1553157 Ontario Ltd.M/hispering Pines, for information purposes only. 21 April l5 2015 M b 2015-04-15
13.1 ADOPTION OF REPORTS ON CONSENT AGENDA NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
13.2.2.4 Notice of Default Under the Municipal Elections Act
Report No. DAS-201 5-0021
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0295
1 That Council receive Report No. DAS-2015-0021 prepared by the Administrative Services Department dated April 1 5,2015 respecting Notice of Default under the Municipal Elections Act, S.O. 1996, c.32, s. 80(3), for information purposes only.
13.2.4.1 Georgina Trades and Training lnc. (GTTI) - Lease Renewal
Report No. ED-201 5-0004
RESOLUTTON NO. C-20r5-0296
1 That Council receive Report No. ED-2015-0004 prepared by the Economic Development and Tourism Division, dated April 15, 2015 respecting the Georgina Trades and Training Inc. - Lease Renewal.
2 That Council authorize staff to enter into a lease agreement with the Georgina Trades and Training lnc. for a period of five years for the use of the property and building located at 5207 Baseline Road, Sutton, based on a lease rate that recovers the cost of the Town's insurance premiums for the building.
Garried.
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
13.2.1 Reoort from the Recreation and Culture Department:
13.2.1.1 Verbal Report from staff respecting The Link Construction Update and required approvals for Change Orders
Phil Rose-Donahoe provided a verbal update to Council at this time, specifying the most recent Contemplated Change Orders, additional funding opportunities, the need to acquire two new members for the Link Steering Committee, impending demolition of the north wing and the relocation of the Georgina Art Centre and Gallery to The Link building. 22 April 15 2015 M 7 2015-04-15
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Regional Councillor Wheeler
RESOLUTTON NO. C-201 5-0297
That Town Council receive the verbal update from the Recreation and Culture Department respecting The Link Construction Update and required approvals for Change Orders.
Garried 13.2.2.2 2012 Tax Sales Update - Payment Out of Court
Report No. DAS-201 5-001 I
Moved by Councillor Neeson, Seconded by Councillor Sebo
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0298
1 That Council receive Report No. DAS-2015-0019 prepared by the Ad min istrative Services Department dated April 1 5, 2015 respecti ng 2012 T ax Sales Update - Payment Out of Court for information purposes. 2. That Council be advised of the Treasurer's contribution of surplus tax sale proceeds of $141,851.19 to the Town's Reserve Fund for Land Sale Proceeds.
Carried. 13.2.2.3 2012 Tax Sales - Unsold Properties Update
Report No. DAS-201 5-0020
David Reddon, Manager/Taxation and Revenue, summarized the report advising that most of the 22 properties remaining unsold have significant limitations for development and will be vested in the Town's name. 23 April 15 2015 M 8 2015-04-15
13.2 CONSIDERATION OF REPORTS ON THE CONSENT AGENDA REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION cont'd
Moved by Councillor Harding, Seconded by Councillor Fellini
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0299
1 That Council receive Report No. DAS-2015-0020 prepared by the Administrative Services Department dated April 1 5,2015 respecting Unsold Tax Sale Lands previously offered by public tender on October 25,2012 and November 29,2012 for information purposes.
Garried.
13.2.3 Rannrf frnrn fha ônarafinnc and EnrI tneenn n flanartrnonf
13.2.3.1 LED Streetlight lnvestment Grade Audit (lGA) Results
Report No. OED-201 5-0012
Gagan Sandhu introduced Kerry Wilson, Managing Director for RealTerm Energy, and Scott Vokey, Energy Services Manager, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) who reviewed the report at this time.
Moved by Councillor Neeson, Seconded by Councillor Hardíng
RESOLUTTON NO. C-2015-0300
1 That Council receive Report No. OED-2015-0012 prepared by the Operations and Engineering Department dated April 15 respecting the lnvestment Grade Audit (lGA) results completed by Real Term Energy (RTE);
2 That Council approve Real Term Energy's (RTE's) Energy Performance Contrac