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Council Meeting Minutes
June 28, 2021 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm
Present:
Mayor David Ryan
Councillors:
K.Ashe
M.Brenner
S.ButtI.CummingB.McLeanD.Pickles
Also Present:
M.Carpino -Chief Administrative Officer
K.Bentley -Director, City Development & CBO
P.Bigioni -Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
B.Duffield -(Acting) Director, Community Services
J.Flowers -CEO & Director of Public Libraries, Pickering Public Library
R.Holborn -Director, Engineering Services
F.Jadoon -Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects
S.Karwowski -Director, Finance & Treasurer
S.Cassel -City Clerk
C.Rose -Chief Planner
J.Yoshida -Deputy Fire Chief
A.Mostert -Manager, Landscape & Parks Development
K.Thompson -Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement Services
R.Rodrigues -Manager, Supply & Services
V.Plouffe -Manager, Facilities Capital Projects
C.Blumenberg -Deputy Clerk
C.Hodge -Senior Coordinator, Development Liaison
E.Martelluzzi -Senior Planner, Development Review & Heritage
1.Roll Call
The City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were present and participatingelectronically in accordance with By-law 7771/20.
2.Invocation
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation.
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3. Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement Mayor Ryan read the Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement.
A moment of silence was observed to acknowledge the loss of Indigenous childrenacross the Country. 4. Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. 5. Adoption of Minutes Resolution # 615/21 Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Cumming Council Minutes, May 25, 2021 Special Council Minutes, June 3, 2021 Executive Committee Minutes, June 7, 2021 Special Council Minutes, June 7, 2021 Planning & Development Committee Minutes, June 7, 2021 Carried 6. Presentations There were no presentations. 7. Delegations Resolution # 616/21 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Cumming That the rules of procedure be suspended to allow two additional delegations from Paul White and Garry Winsor. Carried on a Two-Thirds Vote 7.1 Shawn A. Oakley, Vice President, Real Estate Advisory Services Deloitte LLP Re: City Centre Project Procurement Process
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Shawn A. Oakley, Vice President, Real Estate Advisory Services Deloitte LLP, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to provide an overview of the City Centre Project Procurement Process. Through the aid of a PowerPoint
presentation, he spoke to the details of General Contractor Models – Traditional versus City Centre, timelines for the General Contractor City Centre Procurement Process, and a number of key Council decision points. He noted that in September 2021, Council would need to make a number of decisions including approval of the high-level project budget, award of the general contractor, and approval of the design budget. Mr. Oakley further added that in Spring 2022, the
key Council decision points included approving the project budget, and awarding the general contractor who would initiate the construction process.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council, Shawn A. Oakley and City Staff regarding:
• clarification on the process surrounding the general contractor, with Mr. Oakley noting that the process was two phased which included putting out a request for qualifications to identify a short list of general contractors whowould eventually bid on a financial proposal later in the summer;
• how contractors could bid on a financial proposal when the project wouldnot be before Council for approval until fall 2021. Mr. Oakley respondedthat general contractors have two components to their price, one is the cost of the direct workers and equipment on site, the second would be their fee
to oversee all the trades to act as the master builder with all of the sub-
trades under them;
• the cost estimate of the budget and confirmation of the ability to makechanges to the design in the future. Stan Karwowski, Director, Finance &
Treasurer, noted that staff are completing the financial process in two steps which included hiring a cost-estimator to bring a cost to Council that will include a financial model and examine pre-qualifying general contractors togo through the rigid testing to ensure there is the expertise while continuing to take advantage of learning from the COVID-19 Pandemic as it relates to
construction;
• the order of the process when a report is presented to Council in the fall, inthat the decision to proceed with the project, and approval of the project costs, would be necessary before awarding the contract to the general
contractor and that each of these matters would be presented in separate
staff reports;
• approval of the ceiling budget costs and how this relates to the timing of the approval of the 2022 Budget;
• a request that staff provide a detailed spreadsheet of the various timelines associated with the Project; and,and,
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• clarification between the roles and fees of the current development manager and the general contractor that will oversee the actual
construction of the project.
7.2 Daren Crawford, Otter Energy Re: Solar Panel Grant Funding -Green Inclusive Community Building Program
Daren Crawford, Otter Energy, withdrew their delegation request and did not connect to the electronic Council Meeting.
7.3 Seana Haley
Re: Corr. 32-21
Jennifer O’Connell, Member of Parliament, Pickering-Uxbridge Re: Enabling Accessibility Fund Programs
Seana Haley, 706 Lublin Avenue, joined the electronic meeting via audio
connection to provide an overview of accessible playground options and the Enabling Accessibility Fund Program. She noted that her petition to create a fully accessible playground in the City had gathered more than 500 signatures from City residents, garnered attention and momentum across the Durham Region, had been featured on television, and shared through other media outlets. Ms. Haley
outlined the importance of accessible playgrounds in providing Pickering's residents with countless physical, health, psychological, economic and environmental benefits, and the Ontario Human Rights Code and Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. She stated that there was a cost to building accessible playgrounds, however, there is a larger cost to society when children
and parents with disabilities are excluded from playing. Through the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, Ms. Haley displayed two videos from Harper's Playground, a nonprofit organization dedicated to redesigning parks with accessible playground equipment that is giving people equal access to the playground experience across the United States. Ms. Haley encouraged the City
to access the Enabling Accessibility Fund Program for City projects for a mid-sized project that could fund renovations to existing playgrounds, and build a new state of the art playground for children and adults with disabilities. She asked that the City become a leader in this regard and embrace inclusivity and diversity of all.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Ms.
Haley regarding working with the City’s Accessibility Advisory Committee to provide input into the design from a parent’s perspective with Ms. Haley confirming she would be happy to do so and that she was also affiliated with Grandview Children’s Centre and would be happy to engage them in the process
as well.
7.4 Paul White, President
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Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association (Inc.1949) Re: Report CLK 03-21 Ward Boundary Review
- Final Report – Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. Paul White, President, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Report CLK 03-21, Ward Boundary Review - Final Report. He questioned the rationale for remaining status
quo given the existing challenges of the current Ward system, and noted that if a study was commissioned it should be implemented. Mr. White stated that without adjustments, the current system provided inequitable representation, and further encouraged Council to proactively review the boundaries every three elections or when specific population targets were reached. Mr. White highlighted the 2018
Municipal Election results and percentage of votes received for each Member of Council, and urged Council to choose a Ward Boundary Option as outlined in Report CLK 03-21. 7.5 Jack Ammendolia, Managing Partner and Director, Education
Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. Dr. Robert J. Williams, Public Affairs Consultant Re: Report CLK 03-21 Ward Boundary Review - Final Report – Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
Jack Ammendolia, Managing Partner and Director, Education, Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., and Dr. Robert J. Williams, Public Affairs Consultant, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection, as the Consultants for the Ward Boundary Review, and noted their availability to answer questions regarding
the Report.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council, Jack Ammendolia, and Dr. Williams, regarding:
• the Councillor proposed Boundary Option that the Consultants had
reviewed noting that this Option did not have an obvious rationale as it related to the guiding principles and that this Option may not be defensibleat the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT);
• how the proposed boundaries in the Councillor proposed Option divided
neighbourhoods with demographic similarities, and placed some non-adjacent neighbourhoods in the s ame ward separated by a similar neighbourhood that is an extension of a very different kind of ward;
• Dr. Williams and Mr. Ammendolia confirmed that the Councillor Proposed
Option would rank lower than the status quo noting that status quo was also not a defensible option;
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• the process of an OLT appeal, and that a decision on the part of Council toremain status quo could be appealed under the Municipal Act by a petition
containing the signatures of 500 electors, and if submitted, Council had 90
days to act and could implement one of the 3 Final Ward Boundary Options at that time;
• how a By-law approving a new Ward Boundary Option could be appealed
by a single elector; however, there would be a strong case to it being avalid Option and improvement on the status quo as it is an Option providedby the consultant conducted in an independent manner through extensiveconsultation;
• the inequalities in recommended Option 2, and how it does not becomeoptimal until 2030, creating disparity that is well below the acceptable rangefor the 2022 Election;
• how population parity and future growth were significant components of the
entire Review, and how the Councillor Proposed Boundary Option proposal
was intended to be a phased approach to reach Option 2 in the future;
• the number of ward boundary reviews that Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. had completed;
• how the consultants conducted a complete review of the Councillor Proposed Boundary Option through the same lens of case law and guiding principles that evaluated all of the Consultants’ Ward Boundary Options;
• how Ward Boundary Reviews included an examination of case law, best
practices, population data, taking into consideration communities of interest, geography, urban/rural characteristics, and other uniquedistinctions of the City that form the guiding principles;
• the risk of not taking action, and how through the professional evaluation of
the current wards, against the guiding principles, it was clear that therewere deficiencies in the current system;
• how there is significant population change coming, and how the
recommended options bridge the gap to move forward and make theelectoral system more equitable and achieve more effective representation in the future; and,
• how the existing wards were drawn when the City was incorporated, noting
there is not a single right way to establish new ward boundaries, and that
the Options provided by the consultants were looking to bring the wards into alignment to accommodate for the future growth to ensure longevity inthe new system and avoid making a change now and then again for the2026 Municipal Election.
7.6 Mike Borie Re: Report CLK 03-21 Ward Boundary Review -Final Report – Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
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Mike Borie, 1044 Escott Court, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Report CLK 03-21, Ward Boundary Review -Final Report and encouraged Council to make a decision on the matter. He stated inaction in
dealing with the inadequacies of the current Ward system is unacceptable, and that leaving such an integral part of Pickering’s democratic system unaddressed for more than forty years and remaining status quo sends a message that the 1974 ward system still serves Pickering well. Mr. Borie highlighted the deficiencies of the current Ward system and urged Council to address the inadequacies by
approving one of the Final Ward Boundary Options.
7.7 Bernie Douglas Re: Report CLK 03-21 Ward Boundary Review
-Final Report – Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
Bernie Douglas, 363 Sparrow Circle, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Report CLK 03-21, Ward Boundary Review -Final Report. He spoke to the growth of the City and that the stresses on infrastructure and
other activities have expanded the need for equitable representation. He echoed the points of the previous delegates and urged Council to keep an open mind and take action on the existing lack of parity in the current Ward Boundary system. Mr. Douglas highlighted the challenges democracies are facing, including economic pressures that need to be addressed in a reasonable manner. He noted that
residents should be satisfied with the integrity of the Ward Boundary Review, and Council should remedy the ward imbalance by choosing an Option as the present Ward Boundary system is not optimal.
A brief discussion ensued between Mr. Douglas and Members of Council regarding the option for increasing the number of Members of Council as the
population increases for the greater democratic good.
7.8 David Steele Re: Report CLK 03-21 Ward Boundary Review
-Final Report – Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
David Steele, 966 Timmins Gardens, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Report CLK 03-21, Ward Boundary Review -Final Report. He spoke in support of the report and noted that potential Councillors have the
ability to run in any ward they choose. Mr. Steele urged Council to make a decision and support one of the recommended Ward Boundary Options provided by the Consultants.
7.9 Tarik El-Tyeb, Pickering Rouge Canoe Club
Re: Report CS 24-21
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Relocation of Pickering Rouge Canoe Club
Tarik El-Tyeb, Pickering Rouge Canoe Club, joined the electronic meeting via
audio connection to speak to Report CS 24-21, Relocation of Pickering Rouge Canoe Club. He spoke to the history of the Pickering Rouge Canoe Club, and its operation on the South Shore since 1993. He spoke in support of the report, and asked Council to consider the operational impact of the high performance development program not being included in the recommendation. He spoke to the
different programs available, such as the All-Abilities program and success stories of canoe club athletes. Mr. El-Tyeb addressed the parking and traffic concerns and the results of the community survey the Pickering Rouge Canoe Club had conducted, and how inclusion of the high performance development program would not negatively impact parking and traffic.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Tarik El-Tyeb, regarding:
• the timelines for the former site t o be cleaned up, with Mr. El-Tyebconfirming that the site would be decommissioned by end of August 2021;
• whether the condition of Frenchman’s Bay with the milfoil weeds wouldnegatively impact programming, with Mr. El-Tyeb stating that that althoughthe weeds were inconvenient, they would not hinder programming and that programming would not be operational until fall of 2021 and full rollout for
the 2022 season;
• fundraising efforts to date by the Pickering Rouge Canoe Club, noting thatthe Club has a new Board of Directors who have a renewed commitment, and that the Board had been in contact with the Trillium Foundation
regarding grants and opportunities to make the site fully accessible;
• the number of members of the Club and the number of participants in eachprogram noting that the programs have a high retention and attendancerate;
• how the Special Olympics program had been modified due to limited, fully accessible beach front access;
• how conversations regarding accessibility have occurred with the Toronto
and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and Parks Canada; and,
• an overview of the parking needs and requirements of each program. 7.10 Paul White, President Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association (Inc.1949)
Re: Report LEG 10-21 Parking Control Measures at the City’s Waterfront -Current and Proposed Actions
Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association, joined the electronic
meeting via audio connection to speak to Report LEG 10-21, Parking Control
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Measures at the City’s Waterfront -Current and Proposed Actions. He highlighted various parking issues on the weekends, and the need for legislation to provide the means of enforcement. Mr. White suggested creating a Part 1, Provincial
Offenses Act fine structure to increase the fines. He noted that there were many issues that resulted from parking infractions including frustration of homeowners, and his experience calling the after-hours emergency line. Mr. White noted that the COVID-19 Pandemic had exasperated parking issues and that proactive parking enforcement was necessary.
7.11 Garry Winsor Re: Report LEG 10-21 Parking Control Measures at the City’s Waterfront -Current and Proposed Actions
Gary Winsor, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Report LEG 10-21, Parking Control Measures at the City’s Waterfront -Current and Proposed Actions. He noted that in 2017, the Neighbourhood Association compiled a report outlining a number of
issues regarding road safety and possible solutions to Council and applicable staff. Mr. Winsor stated that pedestrians walking on the walkway was a major concern and expressed concerns of pedestrians being injured due to traffic. Mr. Winsor noted members of the Association have taken photos of illegal parking, vehicles that block emergency access, and vehicles parking on both sides of the
street. He noted the liability risks outweigh the cost of implementation.
A brief discussion ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Winsor regarding temporary measures for sidewalks, road improvements, and an effective paid parking scheme for non-residents of Pickering.
Resolution # 617/21
Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Butt
That Council take a short recess.
Carried Council recessed at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:40 p.m.
Upon reconvening, the City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were once again present and participating electronically in accordance with By-law 7771/20.
8. Correspondence
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8.1 Corr. 29-21 Cynthia Davis, President & CEO Lakeridge Health
Re: Proposed Acute Care Hospital -City of Pickering’s Expression of Interest
Resolution # 618/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That Corr. 29-21, from Cynthia Davis, President & CEO, Lakeridge Health, dated May 11, 2021, regarding a Proposed Acute Care Hospital
-City of Pickering’s Expression of Interest, be received for information.
Carried
8.2 Corr. 30-21
Cynthia Davis, President & CEO Sharon Cochran, Chair of the Board of Trustees Lakeridge Health Re: Independent Site Selection Process for a Potential Future New Hospital in Durham Region
Mayor Ryan provided an overview on the endeavors of the City of Pickering formally expressing its interest in being the host of a potential location for a future new hospital in Durham Region. He spoke to the established Pickering Hospital Task Force, which is comprised of a broad and diverse array of community
stakeholders who believe that northeast Pickering is the ideal location for Lakeridge Health’s new hospital. Mayor Ryan advised of the site selection process that will be clear and transparent, overseen by the Board of Trustees and implemented by an independent expert panel. Mayor Ryan spoke to next steps of the Taskforce, a potential land acquisition option, and keeping all Members of
Council apprised.
Resolution # 619/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1. That Corr. 30-21, from Cynthia Davis, President & CEO, and SharonCochran, Board Chair, Lakeridge Health, dated May 26, 2021, regarding the Independent Site Selection Process for a Potential Future New Hospital
in Durham Region, be received; and,
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2. That the Council for The Corporation of the City of Pickering supports theneed for a new hospital to be built in Durham Region and re-affirms that theCity of Pickering be considered as a potential location and welcome the
opportunity to have input into the selection process.
Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion)
Resolution # 620/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming
That the main motion be amended by adding the following as a new Item 3 and
the recommendation renumbered accordingly:
That up to $50,000 be available to support the City of Pickering site selection process.
Carried
The Main Motion, as amended, was then Carried.
8.3 Corr. 31-21
Elizabeth Martelluzzi, Planner II, Heritage City of Pickering Re: Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee -2020 Year End Report and 2021 Work Plan
Resolution # 621/21
Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean
That Corr. 31-21, from Elizabeth Martelluzzi, Planner II, Heritage, City of Pickering, dated June 18, 2021, regarding the Heritage Pickering Advisory Committee -2020 Year End Report and 2021 Work Plan, be received for information.
Carried
8.4 Corr. 32-21 Jennifer O’Connell, Member of Parliament, Pickering-Uxbridge Re: Enabling Accessibility Fund Programs
Resolution # 622/21
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Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean
1. That Corr. 32-21, from Jennifer O’Connell, Member of Parliament, Pickering-Uxbridge, dated June 18, 2021, regarding Enabling Accessibility Fund Programs, be received; and,
2. That Staff be directed, through the CAO, to submit an application for funds to be used to retrofit an existing playground to achieve accessibility forchildren with disabilities. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
9. Report EC 06-21 of the Executive Committee held on June 7, 2021 9.1 Director, Corporate Services and City Solicitor, Report AS 01-21 Dunmoore Park
- Conversion of Small Baseball Diamond to Leash Free Area
Council Decision: 1. That Report AS 01-21 regarding the conversion of the small baseball
diamond in Dunmoore Park to a leash free area be received;
2. That Council endorse the creation of a leash free area in Dunmoore Park; and,
3. That appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions
necessary to implement the recommendations in this report. 9.3 (Acting) Director, Community Services, Report CS 09-21 Community Association Lease Agreement
- Pickering Ajax Italian Social Club
Council Decision: 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with the Pickering Ajax Italian Social Club as set out in
Attachment 1 to this report, subject to minor revisions as may be requiredby the (Acting) Director, Community Services and the Director, CorporateServices & City Solicitor; and,
2. That the appropriate C ity officials be authorized to take the necessary
actions as indicated in this report.
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9.4 (Acting) Director, Community Services, Report CS 23-21 Claremont Golden Age Seniors Club
-Lease Agreement
Council Decision:
1.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Claremont Golden Age Seniors Club set out in Attachment1 to this Report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by theDirector, Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & CitySolicitor; and,
2.That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessaryactions as indicated in this report.
9.5 (Acting) Director, Community Services, Report CS 25-21 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
-Update
Council Decision:
1.That Council receive Report CS 25-21 for information regarding the update
on the City of Pickering’s Community Safety and Well-Being Plan;
2.That Council endorse the City of Pickering’s application for membershipwith the Canadian Municipal Network on Crime Prevention and that theMayor be authorized to execute and submit the corresponding letter of
support, as set out in Attachment 1; and,
3.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to takenecessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.6 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 14-21 Automated Speed Enforcement Implementation -Status Update
Council Decision:
1.That Report ENG 14-21 regarding the status update of the implementationof the Automated Speed Enforcement program, as a follow-up to ReportENG 05-21 and in response to Resolution #543/21, be received forinformation; and,
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2.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to takethe necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.7 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 10-21 Annual Indexing – Development Charges and Seaton Financial Impacts Agreement
Council Decision:
1.That Report FIN 10-21 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer be received;
2.That effective July 1, 2021 as provided for in By-law No. 7595/17, asamended by By-laws No. 7727/19 and No. 7802/20, the Development
Charges referred to in Schedule “C” of that By-law be increased by 3.1 percent;
3.That effective July 1, 2021 the payments related to “10 per cent SoftServices” as provided for by the Seaton Financial Impacts Agreement
dated November 26, 2015 be increased by 3.1 per cent; and,
4.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take thenecessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.8 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 30-21 Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests (LEAF) Organization’s Tree Planting Program Update
Council Decision:
1.That Report PLN 30-21 of the Director, City Development & CBO, on theupdate of the Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests (LEAF)Organization’s Tree Planting Program, be received;
2.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a 4-year jointagreement between the Region of Durham, the Local Enhancement andAppreciation of Forests (LEAF) organization and participating municipalitiesto deliver the tree planting program from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2025, asset out in Attachment #1 of this report, subject to minor revisions with terms
and conditions satisfactory to staff from a legal services and insuranceperspective;
3.That the appropriate City staff be directed to take the necessary actions asindicated in this report; and,
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4.That staff be directed to report back with a summary of the results, and ifsuccessful, consider continuing the program in subsequent years pendingbudget approval.
Resolution # 623/21
Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That Report EC 06-21, save and except Item 9.2, CLK 03-21, of the Executive Committee Meeting held on June 7, 2021 be adopted.
Carried
9.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CLK 03-21 Ward Boundary Review -Final Report – Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
Detailed discussion ensued regarding:
• how the consultants had reiterated the inconsistencies with the existing ward boundaries, and provided 3 viable Final Options;
• how predictions of the future are guesses and not certain, and that the 3Final Options provided by the Consultants may potentially reach parity in2030;
• how the Options solve a potential future problem by creating a current
problem today;
• the work of the Consultants, the extensive public consultation, and how they had conducted the Review in accordance with what they had beenasked to do;
• the parity and equity issues surrounding Ward 3, such as geography andpopulation, and that many important matters such as the Innovation Corridor, and the federal lands are in Ward 3;
• how the Final 3 Ward Boundary Options are realistic, and that a populationof 11,000 residents, outlined in Final Option 2 for Ward 3 is appropriategiven the large geography and pressures facing Ward 3 requiring intensification of representation in the imminent future;
• how status quo is not an option, and many residents outlined their concerns with remaining status quo;
• how status quo can trigger a petition requiring 500 signatures, which wouldtrigger a response from Council within 90 days and the appeal process to
the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT);
• how the ward boundary review process is about equity and effectiverepresentation, noting that the status quo is not equitable;
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• how there is a chance for Ward 3 to connect and build with the constituents as the area grows;
• the demographics of residents and voters in the City and the length of timethe current ward system had been in place;
• how Option 2 does not currently meet representation by population, noting
that it is not in the acceptable range for a number of years and has several limitations in the short term;
• how the Final Ward Options were long term solutions;
• the impact to residents if an interim change is made for the 2022 Election
and another change in the boundaries was made for the 2026 Election andthe potential confusion this may create;
• whether the proposed changes are accomplishing what is needed for the
near future given the flip in the population disparity that is currently seen inWard 3;
• how rigorous debate occurred throughout the Ward Boundary Review process and moving the boundaries every few years negates a sense of
stability and confuses residents; and,
• how Council needs to examine ward boundaries holistically in the future,and build on the work the Consultants had completed.
Resolution # 624/21
Moved by Councillor Cumming Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Report CLK 03-21, regarding the Ward Boundary Review Final
Report, from Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., be received; and,
2.That the existing ward boundaries for the City of Pickering be maintained.
Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows:
Yes No Councillor Butt Councillor Ashe Councillor Cumming Councillor Brenner
Councillor Pickles Councillor McLean
Mayor Ryan
10. Report PD 06-21 of the Planning & Development Committee held on June 7, 2021
10.1 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 28-21
Pickering Housing Strategy Study
-Status Update, Phase 2
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Council Decision:
That Report PLN 28-21 of the Director, City Development & CBO, providing an
update on the status of the City of Pickering Housing Strategy Study, be received for information.
10.2 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 29-21 The Municipal Comprehensive Review of the Durham Regional Official Plan:
Proposed Policy Directions
Council Decision:
1.That Council endorse the following recommendations regarding Envision
Durham’s Proposed Policy Directions in support of a Prosperous Economy(Proposed Directions 1-4):
a.That the City Centre, Kingston Road Corridor and Brock Mixed NodeIntensification Areas, Employment Lands in Seaton and along
Highway 407, and the planned employment hub surrounding theFederal Airport lands be prioritized for adequate servicing to supporteconomic growth and diversification and to accommodate the 2051growth forecasts; and,
b.That the planned future Pickering Airport be recognized as a majorcatalyst for economic development and diversification;
2.That Council endorse the following recommendations regarding EnvisionDurham’s Proposed Policy Directions in support of Healthy Communities
(Proposed Directions 5-28):
a.That the Goals for Healthy Communities be expanded to:
i.align with the Canadian Institute of Planners’ Healthy
Communities Policy Statement to ensure individuals haveaccess to healthy built, social, economic, and naturalenvironments that give them the opportunity to live to theirfullest potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender,income, age, abilities, or other circumstances; and,
ii.align with objectives or outcomes from the Region’sCommunity Safety and Well-being Plan, Age-Friendly DurhamStrategy;
b.That the City supports the inclusion of policies regarding theimplementation of a region-wide building retrofit program, and
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recommends that the Regional Official Plan (ROP) include broader policy direction around additional initiatives and incentives to encourage and enable energy efficient construction and green
building design, including net-zero and net-zero ready development;
c.That the City supports the inclusion of tree canopy targets for urbanareas and rural areas in the ROP, following the identification of thecurrent baseline, as well as the inclusion of policy direction in
support of Regional tree planting initiatives along regional roads andon regionally-owned properties where appropriate;
d.That in addition to recognizing and supporting historic downtowns,the Region include robust policies in the ROP related to cultural
heritage that conform with, and implement, provincial policy directionand other regional interests related to heritage;
e.That with regard to the proposed policy directions related toHousing:
i.the City supports the Region undertaking a Regional HousingAssessment Report (Assessment Report) and developingpolicies that would enable area municipalities to implementInclusionary Zoning within their respective jurisdictions;
ii.the City recommends the establishment of affordable housingtargets for Strategic Growth Areas in the ROP be based onthe outcome of the Assessment Report, rather than assigninga 35 percent target prior to evaluation;
iii.the City supports the policy direction to strengthen the rentalto ownership housing conversion policies in the ROP andfurther recommends that when considering permission forconversion from a rental to ownership property, the Region:
•consider increasing to greater than one year, thenumber of years required to maintain the minimum
rental vacancy rate of 3 percent in both the region as a
whole and the respective area municipality; and,
•require a Regional Official Plan Amendment
Application if the rental vacancy rate is below 3
percent;
iv.the City supports the proposed policy direction to encouragearea municipalities to protect existing rental housing from
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demolition by using tools, such as a demolition control by-law, and recommend this be expanded upon, particularly in locations such as Strategic Growth Areas or areas in
proximity to transit, where existing rental housing may be older and therefore more susceptible to demolition and redevelopment; and,
v.the City recommends policies be included in in the ROP to
support “co-ownership housing” and that enablemunicipalities to address this type of housing in a local andcontext-specific manner.
3.That Council endorse the following recommendations regarding Envision
Durham’s Proposed Policy Directions regarding Supportive Infrastructure(Proposed Directions 29-33):
a.That the City encourages the development of a Regional “Dig Once”policy as it would align with, and support, the City’s policy and
interest in broadband deployment; and,
b.That the City recommends policies be included in the ROP thatencourage the Region to work with the provincial government toupgrade the existing infrastructure to support renewable and
alternative energy projects;
4.That Council endorse the following recommendations regarding EnvisionDurham’s Proposed Policy Directions in support of a Vibrant Urban System(Proposed Directions 34-53):
a.That the City supports the direction that Waterfront Places (e.g.,Frenchman’s Bay) not be identified as Strategic Growth Areas andrecommends that any policies referring to minimum density targetsfor these areas be removed if this designation is retained in the
ROP;
b.That the City supports removal of the existing specific policyprohibition on Places of Worship within Employment Areas, and theproposed direction that area municipalities would regulate the
location of these uses;
c.That the City requests that the Employment Area Conversionsubmission for the Durham Live lands between Squires Beach Roadand Church Street, which has been supported by City Council, be
considered through the Land Needs Assessment;
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d.That the City requests that the Region have regard to PickeringCouncil Resolutions #140/19 and #173/19 (Attachments #2 and #3to Report PLN 29-21) requesting, among other things, the inclusion
of northeast Pickering in an urban area boundary expansion; and,
e.That the City recommends the Land Needs Assessment consider ascenario reflecting a future airport and the potential implications itmay have in terms of population and employment allocation and
growth;
5.That Council endorse the following recommendations regarding EnvisionDurham’s Proposed Policy Directions in support of a Thriving Rural System(Proposed Directions 54-65):
a.That the City recommends the goals and directions with regard tothe Thriving Rural System in Durham be expanded to also supportthe provision of reliable internet services to the rural area; and,
b.That the City requests that the designation of High PotentialAggregate Resource Areas on lands within the limits of SettlementAreas (e.g., Barclay Estates) be removed;
6.That Council endorse the following recommendations regarding Envision
Durham’s Proposed Policy Directions in support of a Protected GreenlandsSystem (Proposed Directions 66-85):
a.That the Region consider requesting the Province to make resourcesavailable to Indigenous Peoples to facilitate the sharing of Traditional
Ecological Knowledge; and,
b.That the City recommends the Region, through coordinatedrelationship-building and consultation with Indigenous communities,endeavour to provide guidance to local area municipalities in terms
of establishing appropriate engagement processes to facilitate inputon land use planning matters;
7.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to takethe necessary actions as indicated in this report; and,
8.That a copy of Report PLN 29-21 and Council’s Resolution thereon beforwarded to the Regional Municipality of Durham and Durham AreaMunicipalities.
10.3 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 31-21 Northeast Pickering Area
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Request for Proposals Particulars for Preparation of a Community Plan for Northeast Pickering Funding Agreement for Consulting Assistance
Funding Agreement for a Senior Project Manager
Council Decision:
1.That Council approve the draft “Appendix D – Request for Proposals
Particulars Northeast Pickering Community Plan”, which identifies thedeliverables, including scope of work, project management, consultationand engagement, and timetable, for the consulting assignment for thepreparation of an overall community plan for the Northeast Pickering Areafor the consideration of Council, generally as set out in Appendix I to Report
PLN 31-21;
2.That Council approve the funding agreement between the North EastPickering Landowners Group Inc. and the City of Pickering, for the hiring ofa planning consulting team to prepare a Community Plan for the Northeast
Pickering Area, generally as set out in Appendix II to Report PLN 31-21;
3.That Council approve the funding agreement between the North EastPickering Landowners Group Inc. and the City of Pickering, for the hiring ofa Senior Project Manager (contract) dedicated to managing the preparation
of the overall community plan for the Northeast Pickering Area, generally asset out in Appendix III to Report PLN 31-21;
4.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the fundingagreements subject to any minor refinements acceptable to the Chief
Administrative Officer, the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor andthe Director, Finance & Treasurer;
5.That staff be authorized to issue Request for Proposals for the overallNortheast Pickering Community Plan, subject to any minor refinements to
the project particulars acceptable to the Director, City Development & CBOand the Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects, following theexecution of the funding agreements and the hiring of the contract SeniorProject Manager;
6.That staff report back to Council on the recommended planning consultingteam; and,
7.That Council authorize the appropriate City officials to undertake thenecessary actions required to implement the above recommendations.
Resolution # 625/21
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Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That Report PD 06-21 of the Planning & Development Committee Meeting held on June 7, 2021 be adopted.
Carried
11. Reports – New and Unfinished Business
11.1 (Acting) Director, Community Services, Report CS 19-21Request for Additional Funding for Consulting Services
-Tillings Operations Yard Remediation (Phase 2)
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Brian Duffield, (Acting) Director, Community Services, regarding:
• how undertaking the testing and investigations required to determine the
location, type and quantity of soil contamination of the subject lands withthe Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) had identified a variety of contaminants throughout the site that are consistent with its prior use;
• whether the site could be remediated to allow the School Board’s
acceptance of the site to construct a school. Mr. Duffield noted that this is Phase 2 which will complete the actual physical work of eliminating theunderground obstructions and contamination noting that not all of the salt could be removed;
• how to determine whether the School Board could accept and acquire thesite, based on the soil condition. Mr. Duffield noted that staff are in contactwith the School Board and will be providing them with the full report; and,
• the next steps in the supplemental Phase 2 ESA preparation of a Risk
Assessment, and future Record of Site Condition necessary to prepare theproperty for sale.
Resolution # 626/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming
1.That the additional fee proposal and project costs as submitted by
Cambium Inc. in the gross amount of $346,235.00 (HST included), and the
net amount of $311,795.00 (net HST rebate) for Phase 2 to increase thescope of work to allow for the remediation of the Tillings Operations Yard,in accordance with Purchasing Policy, Item No. 10.03 (c) be accepted;
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2.That the total estimated consulting costs including the additional costs ofPhase 2 amount referenced in Recommendation 1 in the amount of
$482,856.00 (net HST rebate) be approved;
3.That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance theadditional fee referenced in Recommendation 1 in the amount of$311,795.00 by a transfer from the Operations Centre Reserve Fund; and,
4.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take thenecessary action to give effect hereto.
Carried
11.2 (Acting) Director, Community Services, Report CS 24-21 Relocation of Pickering Rouge Canoe Club
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and
Brian Duffield, (Acting) Director, Community Services, regarding:
• how past practice exemplifies no money was raised by the Pickering RougeCanoe Club for accessibility projects;
• how the removal, clean-up and restoration of the former site had not yet occurred;
• how the preference may be to support the relocation in principle, with acaveat that it is subject to conditional funding to support an accessible
program, and restoration of the site on the west side;
• how a Special Olympics pad is needed and would not be a burden o nresidents or parking in the area;
• parking and traffic impacts from other programs with Mr. Duffield advisingthat a traffic assessment had been conducted by staff that outlined the twoprograms, which run on opposing nights, and that the traffic could be accommodated; and,
• ensuring the details of the funding model, parking, traffic, clean-up of the subject lands on the west side, and accessible programming are addressedand included in the future lease agreement for Council consideration.
Resolution # 627/21
Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Cumming
1.That Council endorse staff’s recommendation to approve the relocation of
Pickering Rouge Canoe Club (“PRCC”) to Progress Frenchman’s Bay East
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Park for the operation of only their Special Olympics (PaddleAll) and Masters programs, as outlined in Report CS 24-21;
2.That City staff be directed to prepare a lease agreement with PRCC,subject to further Council approval, that sets out the terms and conditions oftheir use at Progress Frenchman’s Bay East Park; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion)
Resolution # 628/21
Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Cumming
That Item 1 of the main motion be amended by deleting the words “Masters
programs”.
Lost on a Recorded Vote as Follows:
Yes No
Councillor Brenner Councillor Ashe Councillor Cumming Councillor Butt Councillor McLean Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan
The Main Motion, was then Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows:
Yes No Councillor Ashe Councillor McLean Councillor Brenner
Councillor Butt
Councillor Cumming Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan
11.3 (Acting) Director, Community Services, Report CS 28-21
Reallocation of Funds and Grant Endorsement -Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Grant Application for the Restorationof the Redman House Program Centre at the Pickering Museum Village
Resolution # 629/21
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Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean
1.That staff be directed, through the Chief Administrative Officer, to submit anapplication under the Government of Canada’s Green and InclusiveCommunity Buildings (GICB) program for the restoration of the RedmanHouse Program Centre at the Pickering Museum Village;
2.That Pickering Council supports the Redman House application for theGovernment of Canada’s GICB grant program; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take thenecessary action to give effect hereto.
Carried
11.4 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 16-21 School Crossing Guard Program
-Quotation No. Q2021-7
Resolution # 630/21
Moved by Councillor Cumming
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Quotation No. Q2021-7 submitted by Neptune Security Services Inc.in the total amount of $1,423,800.00 (HST included) with a net project costof $1,282,176.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved for the 3 year period
from September 2021 to June 2024; and,
2.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to takethe necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.5 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 17-21 Road Servicing Agreement with Seaton TFPM Inc. -Fifth Concession Road
Resolution # 631/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt
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1.That the City of Pickering enter into a Road Servicing Agreement withSeaton TFPM Inc. to facilitate the reconstruction of Fifth Concession Roadbetween Brock Road and Sideline 16 as contemplated in the Seaton
Financial Impacts Agreement;
2.That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute the RoadServicing Agreement between the City of Pickering and Seaton TFPM Inc.in substantially the same form as attached to this report, subject to minor
revisions acceptable to the Director, Corporate Services and City Solicitor;and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take thenecessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.6 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 18-21 Proposed Skate Spot -West Shore Community Centre
Resolution # 632/21
Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner
1.That Report ENG 18-21 regarding the creation of a skate spot at the WestShore Community Centre be received;
2.That Council endorse the creation of a skate spot at the West Shore
Community Centre; and,
3.That appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actionsnecessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried
11.7 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 19-21 Consulting Services -Design and Contract Administration for the Brock Road Clean Water Collector
Pipe
Resolution # 633/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Butt
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1.That Council approve the hiring of Stantec Consulting Ltd. for consultingand professional services for the preparation of detailed design drawings,tender specifications, and contract administration services for the
construction of a clean water collector pipe on Brock Road in DuffinHeights, in accordance with Purchasing Policy Item 10.03 (c), as theassignment is above $50,000.00;
2.That the fee proposal submitted by Stantec Consulting Ltd. for consulting
and professional services for the preparation of detailed design drawings,tender specifications and contract administration services for theconstruction of a clean water collector pipe on Brock Road in DuffinHeights, in the amount of $88,479.00 (HST included) be accepted;
3.That the total gross project cost of $111,260.00 (HST included), includingthe fee amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of$100,193.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved;
4.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $100,193.00 as follows:
a)the sum of $2,505.00 to be funded by a transfer from DevelopmentCharges – City’s Share Reserve; and,
b)the sum of $97,688.00 to be funded by a transfer from the
Development Charges Reserve Fund – Protection Services ;
5.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to takethe necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.8 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 11-21 Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report – Summary of Activity for the Year Ended December 31, 2020
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council, and Stan
Karwowski, Director, Finance & Treasurer, regarding:
• an overview of Development Charges (DC) which are collected by the City for the purpose of funding necessary infrastructure for new residents and
businesses;
• the opening bal ance and overall position of the Development Charges Reserve Fund from 2015-2020, not inclusive of the City Centre project, andthat with its inclusion, it creates a deficit of approximately $56 million dollars and what the debt limit capacity was for the City;
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• how the City is transitioning from a moderate growth scenario to a highgrowth area, and the associated increased demands for services and
infrastructure and impacts to the financial situation as it relates to DC’s;
• how the DC fees have continued to grow, however major projects haveimpacted the balance of the future commitments such as the 401 bridge;
• how the primary funding sources are taxes and growth, and that the debt load is approximately $50 million dollars based on the 2019 Financial Information Return Statements; and,
• how the 25% Annual Repayment Limit (ARL) has not been reached by the
City.
Resolution # 634/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Report FIN 11-21 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer entitled “AnnualTreasurer’s Statement Report: Summary of Activity for the Year EndedDecember 31, 2020” as required by the Development Charges Act and
Planning Act be received for information; and,
2.That the City of Pickering’s “Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report” bemade available to the public on the City of Pickering’s website.
Carried
11.9 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 12-21 2021 Final Property Tax Due Date for Commercial, Industrial, and Multi-Residential Realty Tax Classes
Resolution # 635/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Report FIN 12-21 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer be received;
2.That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to issue the final 2021Property Tax Bills for Commercial, Industrial, and Multi-Residential
properties with a due date of September 28, 2021;
3.That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to make any changesor undertake any actions necessary, including altering the due date, in
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order to ensure that the tax billing process is completed and in order to comply with Provincial Regulations;
4.That the draft By-law attached to this report be enacted; and,
5.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take thenecessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.10 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 10-21 Parking Control Measures at the City’s Waterfront -Current and Proposed Actions
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Paul Bigioni, Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, regarding:
•concerns with enforcement around the waterfront area, particularly parking,
and how the subsequent report regarding fines will focus on the City
holistically including the waterfront;
•challenges pertaining to the after-hours number and enforcement concerns,with Mr. Bigioni noting that the after-hours call protocol was to immediately
contact the enforcement officer on patrol to address enforcement issues;
•there being an adequate level of service for enforcement, with a need formore resources to enhance service delivery due to additional workload andpriorities; and,
•how addressing community needs includes the need for additional staffresources.
Resolution # 636/21
Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1.That Report LEG 10-21 regarding parking control measures at the City’s
waterfront be received;
2.That staff be directed to conduct a review of City parking fine amounts andreport back to Council on July 26, 2021, at a Special Meeting of Council tobe called by the Mayor, regarding any fine increases required to provide
effective deterrence to illegal parking;
3.That staff be directed to proceed with a public consultation prior toSeptember, 2021 to obtain feedback from residents regarding: (i) theadequacy of the City’s current parking measures and (ii) the proposal to
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implement paid permit parking, both on-street and at City waterfront parking lots;
4.That staff be directed to report back to Council in September, 2021 with theresults of the public consultation and recommended options for additionalparking enforcement, including paid permit parking, and, if so directed byCouncil, that staff include such additional enforcement measures in the2022 budget report; and,
5.That appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actionsnecessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion):
Resolution # 637/21
Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Ashe
That the main motion be amended by adding the following as a new Item 4 and the recommendation renumbered accordingly:
That staff be directed to review resource options pertaining to enhanced parking enforcement and provide such information in the staff report to Council at the July
26, 2021 Special Meeting of Council.
Carried
Members of Council sought an update on the temporary sidewalk review, with
Marisa Carpino, Chief Administrative Officer, advising that additional ‘no parking’ signage was installed on West Shore Boulevard, and the request to introduce a safe path of travel on the Boulevard is being investigated by staff, including short and long term solutions.
The Main Motion, as amended, was then Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote.
11.11 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 11-21 TRCA – Waterfront Trail MOU
Members of Council briefly discussed how this is a positive move forward, with the Minister of the Environment and MPP exemplifying support for the MOU.
Resolution # 638/21
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Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1.That the Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) between the City ofPickering and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (“TRCA”)(Attachment No. 1) be approved, subject to: (i) obtaining the necessaryapprovals of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks; and(ii)minor revisions satisfactory to the Director, Corporate Services & City
Solicitor, the Director, Engineering Services and the Chief AdministrativeOfficer;
2.That the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the MOU;
3.That, as contemplated by the MOU, City staff be directed to negotiateagreements of purchase and sale for the acquisition of: (i) the landsmunicipally known as 501 Marksbury Road from Zoltan and BarbaraSzinessy and (ii) the lands municipally known as 520 West ShoreBoulevard from Marshall Homes (Copperfield) Ltd., and that those
agreements of purchase and sale be subject to further Council approval;
4.That, as contemplated by the MOU, City staff be directed to: (i) determine,in collaboration with TRCA, the dimensions of the lands not required for thewaterfront trail and (ii) negotiate an agreement, subject to further Council
approval, to sell those lands for an amount equal to their fair market value;
5.That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the totalnet project costs of $2,728,011.00 by a transfer from the Parkland ReserveFund; and,
6.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take theactions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
11.12 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 32-21 Lease Agreement – Mr. Delicious Cakes and Pastries Inc. -Temporary Patio Program – use of City owned lands
Members of Council briefly discussed the hours of operation of the establishment, including last call being at 9:00 p.m. in accordance with the AGCO rules, and how By-law Services staff will address noise complaints.
Resolution # 639/21
Moved by Councillor Brenner
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Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1.That Council approve the Draft Lease Agreement for the Temporary Use of
City Property adjacent to 1295 Wharf Street, Unit 44A, between the City ofPickering and Mr. Delicious Cakes and Pastries Inc. for the period July 1,2021 to November 30, 2021, as set out in Attachment #2 to Report PLN 32-21;
2.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the LeaseAgreement between the City of Pickering and Mr. Delicious Cakes andPastries Inc. in the form as attached to this report subject to revisions asmay be acceptable to the Chief Administrative Officer, the City Solicitor,and the Director, City Development & CBO; and,
3.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to takethe necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
Resolution # 640/21
Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to allow the introduction of a motion regarding Systemic Racism and Religious Discrimination of Islamophobia.
Carried on a Two-Thirds Vote
11.13 Systemic Racism and Religious Discrimination of Islamophobia
Discussion ensued regarding the need for the City to stand against hate, raise awareness, and take action against Islamophobia and that the motion attempts to
address the increasing public climate of hate and fear in all forms and to strengthen Canada as a great place to live that welcomes all immigrants, and eliminates racism in the City and beyond.
Resolution # 641/21
Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Brenner
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Whereas, the lethal and violent attacks on the Canadian Muslim community are an ongoing reality, as demonstrated by the recent hate-motivated killing of a Muslim family in London and the Quebec City Mosque shooting in 2017;
And Whereas the public has demanded and continues to call for strong action on Islamophobia;
And Whereas motion M-103, the Systemic Racism and Religious Discrimination of Islamophobia motion passed by the House of Commons in March, 2017 called on the Government of Canada to condemn and address Islamophobia and systemic;
And Whereas, putting an end to Islamophobia requires concrete action among all levels of Government with federal, provincial and municipal governments each having an important role to play;
Now Therefore be it Resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering:
1.Supports the call of the National Council of Canadian Muslims for theGovernment of Canada to hold an urgent National Action Summit onIslamophobia, convening leaders from all levels of government to chart anactionable path forward to end violence against Muslims;
2.Calls on the Province of Ontario to provide funding to municipalities and
community organizations to develop “street level” anti-racism programs toquell all forms of hate, including Islamophobia;
3.Calls on the Province of Ontario and all school boards to embed anti-racistconcepts in the school curriculum, making them a fundamental and coreelement of our education system;
4.Directs City staff to continue their work with the Region of Durham andDurham Regional Police Service to develop concrete actions through theRegion’s and Pickering Community Safety and Wellness Plan to addresslocal reports of racial and hate-based violence and to set a zero toleranceapproach to racism in Pickering and throughout Durham Region;
5.Directs the City's Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator to work with partnersand relevant committees such as the Pickering Anti-Black Racism TaskForce and the Durham Region Anti-Racism Task Force, to collaborate andaddress the increasing public climate of hate and fear and develop anti-racism and anti-Islamophobia resources; and,
6.That this motion be circulated to The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, OntarioPremier Doug Ford, and all Durham Region MPs and MPPs.
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Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
12. Motions and Notice of Motions
12.1 Three-digit Suicide and Crisis Hotline Discussion ensued regarding the need to create a national three-digit suicide crisis hot line number as there are several series of 10 digit numbers in different jurisdictions which does not make it readily accessible to call, noting that the
three-digit suicide and crisis hotline number will support mental health and assist people at times of crisis. Resolution # 642/21
Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe Whereas, the Federal government has passed a motion to adopt 988, a National
three-digit suicide and crisis hotline;
And Whereas, on December 11th, 2020, the House of Commons passed a motion introduced by MP Todd Doherty, through unanimous consent, to bring a national 3-digit suicide prevention hotline line to Canada:
That, given that the alarming rate of suicide in Canada constitutes a national health crisis, the House call on the government to take immediate action, in collaboration with our provinces, to establish a national suicide prevention hotline that consolidates all suicide crisis numbers into one
easy to remember three-digit (988) hot-line that is accessible to all
Canadians. And Whereas, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for suicide prevention services by 200%;
And Whereas, existing suicide prevention hotlines require the user to remember a 10-digit number and go through directories or be placed on hold; And Whereas, in 2022 the United States will have in place a national 988 crisis
hotline;
And Whereas, the City of Pickering recognized that it is a significant and important initiative to ensure critical barriers are removed to those in a crisis and seeking help;
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Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering declares:
1.That the City of Pickering endorse this 988 crisis line initiative; and,
2.That a letter demonstrating Pickering’s support be sent to Todd Doherty,MP, Caribou-Prince George, Jennifer O’Connell, MP, Uxbridge-Pickering,the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, MPP, Uxbridge-Pickering, the
Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Health, and the CanadianRadio-television and Telecommunications (CRTC).
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
Mayor Ryan relinquished the Chair to Deputy Mayor Pickles so that he could move a motion regarding investigation of missing children at residential schools.
Deputy Mayor Pickles assumed the Chair.
12.2 Investigation of Missing Children at Residential Schools
Discussion ensued regarding the stain that the Residential Schools have left on the Country, noting that this is a matter that needs to be acknowledged and addressed. Further discussion ensued regarding the vital need for the Federal
Government to step up and take the lead and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action, lean on organizations to find and return the remains of all the lost children from all residential school sites, and release the documents they hold to allow this work to begin expeditiously and comprehensively.
Resolution # 643/21
Moved by Mayor Ryan Seconded by Councillor Ashe
Whereas, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified the need for further investigation of missing children at Residential Schools;
And Whereas the discovery of a mass grave containing the remains of 215
children at the Kamloops residential school underscores this need;
Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering supports the demands on the Federal Government to respond to the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission by providing the
needed supports to find and return the remains of all the lost children from all
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residential school sites and to secure the release of information held by the various religious groups involved in the operation of the residential schools; and,
That this resolution be forwarded to The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister
of Canada, Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, and all Durham Region Members of Parliament (MP) and Members of Provincial Parliament (MPP).
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
Mayor Ryan resumed the Chair.
13. By-laws
13.1 By-law 7855/21
Being a By-law to Establish the 2021 Final Property Tax Due Date for the Commercial, Industrial, and Multi-Residential Realty Tax Classes.
13.2 By-law 7856/21
Being a By-law to amend Schedule A of By-law 7362/14 appointing Inspectors.
13.3 By-law 7857/21
Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 7364/14, as amended,
to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham. (A 04/21).
13.4 By-law 7858/21
Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3037, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, being Part of Lot 18, Concession 3, Part 2, 40R-6962, City of Pickering. (A 14/18)
13.5 By-law 7859/21
Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3037, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, Part Lot 6, Plan 585, Now Pt 11, Plan 40R-2633, City of Pickering. (A 02/19)
13.6 By-law 7860/21
Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3036, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, being Lots
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1, 2, 43 and 46, Plan 316 and Part of Lot 20, Concession 1, City of Pickering. (A 11/18) 13.7 By-law 7861/21
Being a by-law to exempt Blocks 116, 117, 177 and 178, Plan 40M-2632, from the part lot control provisions of the Planning Act.
13.8 By-law 7862/21
Being a by-law to establish Part Block 43, Plan 40M-2089, being Part 20, 40R-30118 as public highway (Valley Farm Road).
13.9 By-law 7863/21
Being a by-law to establish Block 29, Plan 40M-2470 as public highway (Maitland Drive).
13.10 By-law 7864/21
Being a by-law to stop-up and close Block 31, 40M-2014 as a public highway.
Resolution # 644/21
Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Cumming
That By-law Numbers 7855/21 through 7864/21 be approved.
Carried
14. Confidential Council – Public Report
Mayor Ryan stated that prior to the Regular Council Meeting, an In-camera session was
held at 5:30 p.m. in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act and ProcedureBy-law 7665/18 to receive verbal updates from staff pertaining to proposed or pendingacquisition or disposition of lands, litigation or potential litigation, and to receive advicesubject to solicitor-client privilege.
15. Other Business
15.1 Councillor McLean enquired about the community cameras at Liverpool Roadand whether they were in operation and sought clarification on the ability to livestream the camera feeds. Marisa Carpino, Chief Administrative Officer,
advised the cameras were in operation and that the camera live feed is accessible to the security services specialist.
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Brian Duffield, (Acting) Director, Community Services, advised that there are many facets to consider prior to enabling livestream on community cameras,
including bandwidth and privacy matters.
15.2 Councillor Pickles raised the matter of pest clearance on construction sites and requested City Development staff look into municipal best practices regarding pest clearance on vacant lands and construction sites and provide a report back
to Council at a later date.
15.3 Councillor Brenner raised the matter of the milfoil weeds in Frenchman’s Bay, and the status of the removal as it poses concerns for boaters, commercial, and recreational users. Richard Holborn, Director Engineering Services, advised an
application had been submitted to the Federal Government outlining the urgency of the situation for all users to remove the vegetation. He confirmed email exchanges had taken place regarding the status of the application and next steps, and that a biologist would be assigned to the project in due course.
Councillor Brenner advised of different options to strengthen the urgency of the application, such as reaching out to the Federal Government representative. Councillor Brenner sought clarification on the contracted services with Ontario Power Generation Dive team regarding the matter, with Brian Duffield noting that the Dive team is prepared to help with the exercise of weed removal.
15.4 Councillor Butt raised the matter of the invasive European Gypsy Moths that have impacted trees and inquired about what action is being taken to protect the trees. Mr. Holborn spoke to mitigation efforts, such as wrapping tree trunks in burlap to contain the pests and spraying in the West area of Pickering. He further noted
that staff have created a data base to indicate where boulevard trees will be affected and have allocated funds to formulate a comprehensive approach to manage infestation. Mr. Holborn stated staff at the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and Rouge National Urban Park are aware of the issue, and that staff continue to help residents who call the City about this matter.
16. Confirmation By-law
By-law Number 7865/21
Councillor McLean, seconded by Councillor Pickles moved for leave to introduce a By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm the proceedings of June 28, 2021.
Carried
17. Adjournment
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Moved by Councillor Cumming Seconded by Councillor Butt
That the meeting be adjourned.
The meeting adjourned at 12:03 a.m.
Dated this 28th of June, 2021.
Carried
Original Signed By:
David Ryan, Mayor
Original Signed By:
Susan Cassel, City Clerk