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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSeptember 2 & 8, 2014 Ciuy o¢ Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 • 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Present: Mayor Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe D. Dickerson B. McLean J. O'Connell . D. Pickles P. Rodrigues Also Present: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor T. Melymuk - Director, City Development C. Rose - Chief Planner D. Shields - City Clerk N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design M. Markham - Principal Planner— Development Review R. Pym - Principal Planner— Development Review A. Yearwood - Planner II L. Paray - Planner II — Development Review L. Harker - (Acting) Supervisor, Legislative Services (I) Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. • (II) Part `A' Information Reports Nilesh Surti, Manager, Development Review & Urban Design, gave an outline of the requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. He outlined the notification process procedures and also noted that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. 1 • city .4 A Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes IKON NW Tuesda , September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues 1. Information Report No. 09-14 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 6/14 N. Niazi 1144 Kingston Road A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above-noted application. Ashley Yearwood, Planner II, appeared before the Committee to provide a brief overview of Information Report No. 09-14 with respect to the rezoning of subject property to a commercial zone to facilitate the construction of a two-story commercial building. • Robert Trousdale, 7413 Ashburn Road, Brooklin, TRIGA Corporation, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant in support of the application and indicated he was available to answer questions. A question and answer period ensued with respect to whether or not having a restaurant was vital to the application and the importance of saving as many mature trees as possible. David Finnegan, 17.11 Wollaston Crt., appeared before the Committee to state that it seemed like a good proposal but he objected to the restaurant use component and noted examples of how the City has denied restaurant uses for similar properties. He noted that some of his concerns with the restaurant are the fact that there would be cooking odours and it would attract racoons to the area. Paul Wagner, 1134 Kingston Road, appeared before the Committee and noted his main concern with the application was of potential damage to the foundation of his house during the construction of the project and pile driving that would occur. He also noted that he did not want a restaurant use on the property and stated that he wanted a high privacy fence erected right to the front of his property so that people would not.take short cuts across his property. A question and answer period ensued. It was recommended that City staff have an Engineer go out and survey Mr. Wagner's property to ensure the foundation is sound before construction started and then review it again after. It was also noted that Mr. Wagner would receive a copy of the survey from the Engineer for his records. 2 C ai Planning & Development - Committee Meeting Minutes acs iiti it Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Frank Malone, 1707 Wollaston Crt., appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Mr. Malone also expressed his opposition to a restaurant and reiterated his concerns of cooking odours, privacy and animals. Mr. Malone would like the application to include a solid, concrete wall between the commercial property and the residential properties for privacy. Linda Mae Hargrove, 1703 Wollaston Crt., appeared before the Committee and noted that she would like to see the greenspace behind her property preserved and also noted that she did not want a restaurant on the property. Brenda Putt-Rogers, 1705 Wollaston Crt., appeared before the Committee and expressed her concerns with the loss of greenspace and also noted she would like the greenspace preserved. She questioned whether another development in this area was even necessary due to the number of vacant units in other locations. Donna Bell, 1879 Hensall Crt, appeared before the Committee and also expressed her opposition to a restaurant. She noted that she definitely did not want to see a drive thru. She also questioned the necessity of this development with all of the vacancies in the area. Robert Trousdale advised the Committee that they do not anticipate any pile driving on this project but, was willing to do the survey and provide copies. He also noted that there would be a fully enclosed garbage room to discourage animals and are willing to put up a solid fence and provide vegetation. He noted they wanted to work with area residents regarding any concerns. 2. Information Report No. 10-14 Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2014-01 Draft Plan of Condominium Application CP-2014-01 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 1/14 Lebovic Enterprises Ltd. and 1320991 Ontario Limited 2610, 2630, 2650 and 2663 Brock Road A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above-noted application. Melissa Markham, Principal Planner, Development Review, appeared before the Committee to provide an overview of Information Report No. 10-14 with respect to the condominium development of 27-3 storey live-work townhouse units and 129-3 storey townhouse units. 3 City 4 A Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes { S erEa1►[ Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Steven Wimmer, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant, Lebovic Enterprises, in support of the application. Mr. Wimmer provided a presentation to detail the application and was available to answer any questions. A question and answer period ensued with respect to the proposed amenity space and access to the live/work units. Peter Gregor, 2147 Theoden Crt., appeared before the Committee on behalf of Cathy Gerbis, 2620 Brock Road, who was unable to attend tonight's meeting. Ms. Gerbis submitted comments included within the Report stating her concerns related to the impact on wildlife, traffic, how access to the site would impact her property, and concerns relating to the potential impact relating to servicing, such as water flow and septic bed: Mr. Gregor noted that Ms. Gerbis wanted to make sure the 60 year old trees on her property were protected. He questioned how the development could move forward with no road access and noted that there needs to be an appropriate interface between Blocks A & B. He also noted concerns regarding appropriate set backs. • Donna Bell, 1879 Hensall Crt, appeared before the Committee and questioned how close the development would be to Brock Road and noted that if it was too close then Brock Road wouldn't be able to expand in the future. She noted her concerns with the additional traffic impacts the development would create. A resident of 1725 Pure Springs Blvd., appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. He expressed his concerns relating to the conformity of existing development and stated that there was too much going on for such a small_area. He expressed his concern with the number of additional residents in such a small area and the additional traffic and parking issues it would cause. Barbara Pulst, 909 Vistula Drive, appeared before the Committee and questioned whether there were any stats on this type of live/work development with the parking in the back and how successful it was. Clement Pascale, a resident from the west side of the development, appeared before the Committee to enquire if there were any plans to include schools in this area. He questioned when the project would be completed and noted his concerns with increased traffic in the area. Lloyd Cherniak, Lebovic Enterprises Ltd., appeared before the Committee in support of the application. He noted that they anticipated a different type of purchaser for these units and noted that there are a very limited type of commercial business that would occupy the live/work units. 4 • Ca oi4 Planning & Development = �- — Committee Meeting Minutes 14 Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Discussion ensued regarding concerns associated with parking, the preservation of greenspace, the woodlot being proposed as amenity space and the plan on how the development will connect to surrounding development. It was noted that the businesses in the live/work units needed to be businesses that the area residents could use, such as a dry cleaner, bakery etc. (ill) Part B' Planning & Development Reports 1. Director, City Development, Report PLN 16/14 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/14 C. Bollmann 3325 Highway 7 Recommendation Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 4/14, submitted by C. Bollmann, to permit a dog daycare and boarding facility with associated retail use on lands municipally known as 3325 Highway 7, be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as set out in Appendix Ito Report PLN 16-14 be forwarded to Council for enactment. Carried 2. Director, City Development, Report PLN 17-14 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 5/14 Marshall Homes (Copperfield) Ltd. 1283 Wharf Street Lot 20, Plan 89 Gordon Ripley, 1295 Wharf Street, appeared before the Committee to express his main objection regarding the height of the proposed townhouses and the elevator shafts obstructing his view of Frenchman's Bay. A brief question and answer period ensued. Brian Moss, a representative of Marshall Homes, appeared before the Committee in support of the application and noted that he thought Mr. Marshall had already had conversations with the residents regarding the view to Frenchman's Bay. 5 ("Jai co 4. Planning & Development m... 141 Committee Meeting Minutes ~ �1 Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014. 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Craig Marshall of Marshall Homes, 1897 Woodview Avenue, appeared before the Committee in support of the application and advised the Committee that there have been discussions with residents regarding their concerns. Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 5/14, submitted by Marshall Homes (Copperfield) Ltd., to amend the zoning on lands being Lot 20, Plan 89 in order to facilitate a residential development consisting of four townhouse units be endorsed with the provisions contained in Appendix Ito Report PLN 17-14, and that staff be authorized to finalize and forward an implementing Zoning By-law to Council for enactment. Carried 3. Director, City Development, Report PLN 18-14 City of Pickering Protocol for Radiocommunication and Broadcasting • Antenna Systems (Cell Tower Protocol) Maurice Brenner, 711 Sunbird Trail, appeared before the Committee to propose some questions for consideration. He noted that the protocol was a good thing but really unenforceable. Mr. Brenner proposed that the City approach the cell tower industry and Industry Canada to sign a Memorandum of Understanding which would make the City guidelines enforceable. Andy McKinnon a Westshore resident appeared before the Committee and questioned why all of the resident comments were not included in the report. He noted that other residents commented on the protocol and their comments should be listed in full within the report. Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor O'Connell 1. That the City of Pickering Protocol for Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems (Cell Tower Protocol) dated September 2014, as set out in Appendix 1 to Report PLN 18-14, be approved; and 6 Cat/ c Planning & Development a . �31 Committee Meeting Minutes 011-M MC Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues 2. Further, that industry representatives, resident associations and other interested parties be advised of the City's approved Protocol, and that the approved Protocol be made available through the City's website. Carried 4. Director, City Development, Report PLN 20-14 Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications SP-2013-03 & SP-2014-02 Draft Plan of Condominium Application CP-2014-02 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 6/13 E. Ovide Holdings (Altona) Inc. Parcel A - 199, 207, 215, 219 and 223 Finch Avenue Parcel B - 1978 Altona Road Parcel C - 1973 and 1981 Altona Road Parcel D - 335 and 339 Finch Avenue Discussion ensued with respect to construction access points, concerns with viewscapes and the potential loss of greenspace. Recommendation Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2013-03, submitted by E. Ovide Holdings (Altona) Inc., on lands municipally known as 199, 207, 215, 219 and 223 Finch Avenue and 1978 Altona Road, to establish a residential plan of subdivision consisting of 12 lots for detached dwellings, 4 blocks for 22 townhouse units, a block for Finch Avenue road widening and the extension of Shadow Place, as shown on Attachment#2 to Report PLN 20- 14, and the implementing conditions of approval, as set out in Appendix I, be endorsed; 2. That Draft Plan of Subdivision Application SP-2014-02, submitted by E. Ovide Holdings (Altona) Inc., on lands municipally known as 1973 and 1981 Altona Road, to establish a single development block to facilitate a common element condominium consisting of 40 townhouse units, as shown on Attachment#3 to Report PLN 20-14, and the implementing conditions of approval, as set out in Appendix II, be endorsed; 7 City o4 A Planning & Development _ Committee Meeting Minutes i�11011 Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues • 3. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 6/13, submitted by E. Ovide Holdings (Altona) Inc., to implement the Draft Plan of Subdivision.SP-2013- 03 and SP-2014-02 and for lands municipally known as 335 and 339 Finch Avenue, be endorsed with the provisions contained in Appendix III to Report PLN 20-14, and that staff be authorized to finalize and forward the implementing Zoning By-law Amendment to Council for enactment; 4. That the Rouge Park Neighbourhood Development Guideline Figure A - Tertiary Plan, as shown on Appendix IV to Report PLN 20-14, be amended by deleting the future road connections from Finch Avenue to Shadow Place and from Finch Avenue to Altona Road, and deleting the potential heritage home symbol on lands municipally known as 1973 Altona Road; 5. That Reg ion of Durham be re uested to advance nce the timing for the urbanization of Altona Road generally located between Stroud's Lane and Finch Avenue; and 6. Further, that staff be directed to-design and determine the cost of installing sidewalks along Altona Road from Finch Avenue to Sparrow Circle for consideration through the 2015 Capital Budget process. Carried 5. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 07-14 946037 Ontario Limited, Plan of Subdivision 40M-2402 -Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Wingarden Crescent and Shade Master Drive within Plan 40M-2402 be assumed for public use; 2. That the works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Plan 40M-2402, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except for Blocks 13 to 22; and 8 Cat/ co Planning & Development — -= Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues 3. That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-2402 be released and removed from title, save and except from Blocks 13 to 22. Carried The Committee recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 9:15 pm. 6. Director, City Development, Report PLN 21-14 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 3/14 Durham Live — Pickering Developments (401) Inc., Pickering Developments (Bayly) Inc. and Pickering Developments (Squires) Inc. 1802 and 1902 Bayly Street and 2028 Kellino Street Katarzyna Sliwa, Pickering Development Planning Alliance, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant in support of the application. Ms,. Sliwa advised Committee that they have been working with residents and continue to address concerns raised. She also noted that there has been considerable confusion in the public due to inaccurate mass media that states the proposal is just for a casino. Dayna Gilbert, Planning Alliance, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant in support of the application. Ms: Gilbert provided an overview of the application and various studies and follow-ups completed to date. Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Pickles That the rules of procedure be amended to allow the delegations time extended by five minutes. Carried A question and answer period ensued regarding the appeal process, timelines and feasibility of the proposal with or without a casino. Andrew Larter, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Mr. Larter classified his concerns into three areas— infrastructure, environment and urban design. He stated that currently, the infrastructure is not capable of handling this large development. Roads need to be updated, connections between roads are not adequate and there is no interchange on the 401. Additionally, the traffic impact of the development will be greater than anticipated. He expressed his concerns for the environment, chiefly, the loss of forests, farmland and wetland. In addition, the • 9 CL o4 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes • �MIOC Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues proposed development is not compatible with surrounding land uses and is not walkable or pedestrian friendly. A question and answer period ensued. Chief Kelly LaRocca, Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Chief LaRocca provided an overview of a public opinion survey that had been completed by Abacus Data. Chief LaRocca provided some highlights of this survey, namely that it demonstrated that the majority of respondents were not in favour of a casino. A question and answer period ensued regarding responsible gaming and how gaming can be controlled effectively. Chief LaRocca discussed the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino's positive working relationship with enforcement officials and how this relationship has taken years to form. Murray Chusid, Picov Downs Inc., appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Mr. Chusid stated that he believes the plebiscite question to be a fair question, and that the question asks one thing and the Committee Report addresses another. He expressed his concern that the zoning provisions are based on conceptual, rather than actual plans. Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the rules of procedure be amended to allow the delegations time extended by five minutes. Carried A brief question and answer period ensued. John Bousfield, appeared before the Committee and advised that he had nothing to add to the discussion. Len Hummel and Jonathan Kulathungam, a representatives of the Gathering Place appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Mr. Hummel outlined their concerns which include the societal and ethical issues associated with a casino. They are also concerned about the increase in traffic and noise but if these issues are adequately addressed and the residents of Pickering say Yes to the question on the Municipal Election Ballot, then they would be satisfied. Mr: Hummel recommended that this decision be made following the election and referendum results. 10 C A Planning & Development ..� ...; = Committee Meeting Minutes I erl_ [ Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Fazeed Ramjohn, 838 Zator Avenue, appeared before the Committee in opposition to a casino. Mr. Ramjohn suggested that the City's infrastructure is not adequate for a development of this magnitude and that the development does not belong in a "family community". David Sim, 1000 Rambleberry Avenue, appeared before the Committee in support of the application. Mr. Sim expressed the benefits of such an application, including proximity of entertainment and the revenue benefit for the City. A brief question and answer period ensued. Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to continue the meeting for one additional hour. Carried The Committee recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 12:10 am. Donna Be11,1879 Hensall Court, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Ms. Bell noted that she would like the referendum question to be clearly summarized for residents at polling locations on Election Day. Victor Chew, North York, appeared before the Committee in favour of the application. Mr. Chew noted that this application would benefit entrepreneurs and small business owners and would provide a close entertainment venue for local municipalities. He also noted that this decision should be made prior to the municipal election. Cat Beattie, West Shore, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Ms. Beattie is not in support of the application as she enjoys the quiet, natural setting that is currently Pickering. In addition, she does not believe that this will create jobs for Pickering residents, but that the jobs will go to those that lose their jobs at the Ajax casino. A brief question and answer period ensued. Maurice Brenner, 711 Sunbird Trail, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Mr. Brenner advised that this Report lacks sufficient documentation and requires further studies to be conducted. 11 City 00 Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes {' 1► Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Chris Papadimitiou, 1714 Minstrel Manor, appeared before the Committee in support of the application. He would like the opportunity to have entertainment close by, rather than having to drive long distances. Andy McKinnon, West Shore, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 3/14, submitted by Pickering Developments (401) Inc., Pickering Developments (Bayly) Inc. and Pickering Developments (Squires) Inc., to revise the list of permitted employment uses on lands being 1802 and 1902 Bayly Street and 2028 Kellino Street in order to facilitate the development of an integrated mixed use tourist destination be endorsed, and that an implementing zoning by-law as outlined in Recommendation 2 of Report PLN 21-14 be prepared and forwarded to Council; 2. That the implementing zoning by-law include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following provisions: • a) The establishment of a Major Tourist Destination "MTD" land use zone on the Phase 1 portion of the site, which shall permit uses generally as set out in Appendix I; b) The establishment of an Urban Reserve "UR" land use zone on the Phase 2 portion of the site as an interim measure, which category shall permit only existing legal uses and uses permitted by Natural Heritage Systems zone; c) The use of an (H)-holding symbol for the MTD zoned lands to limit the amount and/or level of development that may be allowed on site before the required Regional and/or Provincial transportation infrastructure is provided, which amount and/or level of development shall be determined by the City of Pickering and the Region of Durham in consultation with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation; d) The use of an (H)-holding symbol for the MTD zoned lands to ensure appropriate agreements are in place with the City of Pickering, the Region of Durham and the Province of Ontario, if necessary, prior to development; and 12 Cat ,r4 Planning & Development a . � G � Committee Meeting Minutes ilEt_MC Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues e) The use of an (H)-holding symbol for the MTD zoned lands to ensure appropriate technical details have been provided related to the natural heritage features and environmental sensitive lands, to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority; and 3. Further, that Council direct staff to bring forward a report on the Phase 2 lands at a later date, recommending the rezoning of these lands from Urban Reserve to Major Tourist Destination and Natural Heritage System as may be appropriate, once the required environmental investigations are completed to the satisfaction of the City and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. Moved by Councillor Dickerson • Seconded by Councillor McLean That the Planning & Development Meeting recess until Monday, September 8th at 7:00 pm. Carried Meeting recessed at 1:00 am. Meeting reconvened on September 8, 2014 at 7:00 pm Delegations (Continued) Barbara Pulst, 909 Vistula Drive, Pickering appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application, noting concerns with the lack of studies done with respect to increased traffic volume, the effects of gaming as well as the resulting impact on social services. She also questioned why the City would enter into any applications with the developers prior to a referendum. A question and answer period ensued with respect to increased crime resulting from the establishment of a casino. Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to allow additional delegations to be heard. Carried Unanimously • on a Recorded Vote 13 • City o¢ • Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes _ S-MIX Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues Susan Elbertsen, 674 Chiron Crescent, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in favour of the application, stating this would create numerous jobs such as skilled trades. She also noted additional uses within casinos such as weddings, shows, etc. A question and answer period ensued. Dean Williams, 10-1295 Wharf Street, Pickering, Chair of the Nautical Village Business Association appeared before the Committee in favour of the application. He noted their mandate is to promote a cohesive and inclusive community. He stated that Pickering is far from development saturation, noting a need to expand and develop. He stated this application would have an exponential effect on the fabric of this City and that this opportunity should not be missed. A question and answer period ensued. • Noel O'Conner, U-Pak Group of Companies, 1740 McPherson Court, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in favour of the application, noting the massive injection of jobs that would be created. He stated this would be the third largest tourist attraction in Ontario, noting the economic impact would be staggering. He also noted that more employment within the area would mean less congestion on the streets. A question and answer period ensued with respect to traffic impacts. Dennis Lacey, 1110 Maple Gate Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. He stated that while he was once supportive of casinos, he now felt this is not a quick fix, as he has seen a decline in communities with casinos. He felt the City's resources should be applied elsewhere to create employment. A question and answer period ensued with respect to job creation and stand alone casinos versus those within a tourist district. Tony Smurridge, 597 Marksbury Road, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in opposition to the application. He stated concerns with respect to the location of the site, being in close proximity to the nuclear station. He also noted the main concern seems to be more focused on the issue of a casino. He felt this decision should wait until after the results of referendum question. 14 aO A Planning & Development 1=1 =_ Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues John Lang, 521 Gardenview Square, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in favour of the application, noting he. currently has to travel outside of Pickering for recreational activities such as water parks and theatres. Glenn Brown, 1995 Bowler Drive, Pickering, appeared before the Committee in favour of the application, stating discussions should not be limited to casinos. He also noted the recommendations contain delay factors which allow for future studies. Dayna Gilbert, Planning Alliance, appeared before the Committee on behalf of the applicant to respond to concerns raised. She provided clarification on the timelines which had occurred for the application and stated the focus should be on the merits of the application and recommendations. She noted the implementing by-law has not yet been prepared, and would come forward at a later date. She also noted additional studies will be completed and stated that supporting studies were revised and resubmitted to include comments received. She stated these had been reviewed by all agencies involved. Ms. Gilbert provided an explanation of the three holding provisions as well as clarification on the phasing zones. A detailed question and answer period ensued with respect to delaying the application until after the referendum question regarding casinos and the resulting impacts should the response be in opposition. Discussion also ensued with respect to the proposed uses for the site as well as OLG process and approval procedures. Concerns were raised regarding a lack of data and study information provided in the report as well as the socio- economic impacts. Concerns were noted as well to ensure that the process is followed to ensure this is in the best interests of the community. Katarzyna Sliwa, Pickering Development Planning Alliance, appeared before the Committee to provide clarification with respect to questions raised regarding the OLG process. Discussion continued with respect to how the various phases would proceed, as well as clarification that this was not an approval of a casino specifically. Staff were requested to provide the number of square footage in the proposed development area. Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor McLean That Report PLN 21-14 be referred back to staff until such time that we know the results of the 2014 Municipal Election referendum question regarding a casino 15 Cat co A Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues complex and until we receive additional background studies including but not limited to socio-economic study, market study for the tourist attractions if not reliant on a casino facility, traffic plan review and copy of the Business Case as required by Regulation 81/12 of the OLGC Act. Motion Defeated on a Recorded Vote as Follows Yes No Councillor McLean Councillor Ashe Councillor O'Connell Councillor Dickerson Councillor Rodrigues Councilror Pickles Mayor Ryan Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor McLean That the Gaming Establishment/casino be tabled from the proposed Major Tourist Destination uses. Motion Defeated on a Recorded Vote as Follows Yes No Councillor McLean Councillor Ashe Councillor O'Connell Councillor Dickerson Councillor Rodrigues Councillor Pickles • Mayor Ryan The Committee recessed for ten minutes and reconvened at 10:18 pm. A further discussion period ensued with respect to the benefits to the community in attracting business and providing a variety of choices for the residents. The main motion was then Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes No Councillor Ashe Councillor McLean Councillor Dickerson Councillor O'Connell Councillor Pickles Councillor Rodrigues . Mayor Ryan 16 CL a0 Planning & Development m,.. ,11-" :_ Committee Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 2, 2014 & Monday, September 8, 2014 7:00 pm — Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Rodrigues (ii) Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 10:35 pm. • 17 __ i