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Home My WebLink AboutJanuary 24, 2022 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 1 Present: Mayor David Ryan Councillors: D. Pickles Also Present: M. Carpino - Chief Administrative Officer K. Bentley - Director, City Development & CBO P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor S. Douglas-Murray - Director, Community Services B. Duffield - Director, Operations J. Eddy - Director, Human Resources J. Hagg - Fire Chief 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 D. Jacobs - Manager, Policy & Geomatics K. Senior - Manager, Accounting Services N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design R. Perera - Deputy Clerk M. Kish - Principal Planner, Policy C. Morrison - Principal Planner, Development Review K. Ashe M. Brenner S. Butt C. Doody-Hamilton B. McLean 1. Roll Call The City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were present and participating electronically 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. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 2 3. Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement Mayor Ryan read the Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement. 4. Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. Resolution #762/22 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Butt That the rules of procedure be suspended to allow one additional delegation, under Section 7 of the agenda regarding Corr. 08-22. Carried on a Two-Thirds Vote Resolution #763/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Brenner That the order of the agenda be changed to hear Item 11.1, Report FIN 03-22, as the next item of business. Carried 11.1 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 03-22 2020 Year End Audit and Financial Statements Pina Colavecchia, Partner, Deloitte, and Lilian Cheung, Partner, Deloitte, joined the meeting via electronic connection to provide an overview of the 2020 Year End Audit. Ms. Cheung stated that there were no significant deficiencies to speak to and added that the City had a clean audit report for 2020. A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council, Staff, Ms. Colavecchia, and Ms. Cheung regarding: • the meaning of a clean audit report to indicate the City’s financial statements presenting fairly, in all material respects, and the auditor not finding any significant deficiencies; and, • whether the debt ratios for the City were considered during the audit. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 3 Resolution #764/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Brenner 1. That the Report on the results of the 2020 Audit as submitted by Deloitte LLP (Deloitte) be received for information; and, 2. That the 2020 draft Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the City of Pickering be approved. Carried 5. Adoption of Minutes Resolution #765/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt Council Meeting Minutes, December 13, 2021 Special Council Minutes, December 20, 2021 Confidential In-Camera Council Minutes, December 20, 2021 Executive Committee Minutes, January 10, 2022 Special Council Minutes, January 10, 2022 Confidential In-Camera Council Minutes, January 10, 2022 Planning & Development Committee Minutes, January 10, 2022 Special Council Minutes, January 13, 2022 Carried 6. Presentations There were no presentations. 7. Delegations 7.1 Bhupinder Bajwa Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 4 Bhupinder Bajwa, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection and spoke to community dissatisfaction regarding Council’s decision pertaining to not supporting recent Committee of Adjustment decisions that had been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT). Mr. Bajwa stated that the community considers the Committee of Adjustment to be part of Council and asked that Council defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment that are before the OLT. 7.2 Dan Raue Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Dan Raue, 1459 Rougemount Drive, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to the pending development at 1383 Rougemount Drive. He raised concerns regarding the proposed development and asked that Council defend the decision of the Committee of Adjustment at the February 24th OLT hearing. 7.3 Oliver Rohn Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Oliver Rohn, 1372 Rougemount Drive, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Corr. 07-22. Mr. Rohn spoke to a recent decision of Council pertaining to Committee of Adjustment Appeals before the OLT. He discussed the need to defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment and the community’s disappointment in Council’s decision not to defend. Mr. Rohn further spoke to proposed development in the City and the need to better engage the Community. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Rohn pertaining to the community’s belief that the City would be defending the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment, Council’s authority to discuss the matter in a closed meeting, and the accountability and transparency pertaining to voting in closed meetings as it relates to the community being unaware of the nature of the decisions being made. 7.4 Artur Gevorgyan Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 5 Artur Gevorgyan, 361 Rouge Hill Court, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Corr. 07-22. Mr. Gevorgyan spoke to a recent decision of Council pertaining to recent Committee of Adjustment Appeals before the OLT and questioned the rationale of the decision. He requested clarification on the manner in which Council decisions could be appealed and discussed the Official Plan Amendment 38 and concerns regarding the lack of community engagement conducted on the proposed amendment. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Gevorgyan regarding mechanisms to revisit the City defending Committee of Adjustment decisions at the OLT, assumptions that the City was defending Committee of Adjustment decisions, and public engagement pertaining to the Official Plan amendment 38. 7.5 Margaret Bowie Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Margaret Bowie, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Ms. Bowie spoke to her opposition to the proposed heights of the buildings and raised concerns regarding the impact to surrounding businesses, infrastructure, and traffic. A brief question and answer period between Members of Council and Ms. Bowie regarding the timelines of the development. 7.6 Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to a recent decision of Council pertaining to Committee of Adjustment Appeals before the OLT. Mr. White referenced case law and other examples related to closed meetings of councils and stated that there needs to be limited use of in-camera meetings to ensure openness to the public in the municipal decision making process. Mr. White concluded his delegation and asked that Council bring the discussion from the recent in-camera meeting Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 6 pertaining to OLT Appeals of recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions to the public realm. A brief question and answer period between Members of Council and Mr. White regarding the solicitor client privilege exceptions under the Municipal Act, and City support in the past for Committee of Adjustment decisions. 7.7 David Steele, Pickering West Shore Community Association Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions David Steele, Pickering West Shore Community Association, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to OLT Appeals of recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions. He discussed rules pertaining to OLT hearings and the lack of experience and resources for community associations to act as experts to defend Committee of Adjustment decisions at OLT hearings. He stated that when the Committee of Adjustment decides against Staff recommendations, the minutes of the meeting should document the specific reasons for the Committee decision. He further discussed the nature of applications presented to Committee of Adjustment meetings. Mr. Steele concluded his delegation by noting that the community relies on the enforcement of zoning by-laws to maintain the existing character of their neighbourhoods. 7.8 David Steele, Pickering West Shore Community Association Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) David Steele, Pickering West Shore Community Association, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Mr. Steele discussed concerns regarding parking, the need for infrastructure for development and height restrictions for the subject lands. He stated that there was a need to delay the implementation of the amendment until an accumulative cost of infrastructure is calculated, to calculate the businesses that would be affected by the plaza demolition, and to ensure that all residents are informed. Mr. Steele concluded his delegation with an inquiry about the location of the office spaces. 7.9 Karen Sloan, Pet Valu Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 7 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Karen Sloan, Pet Valu, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Ms. Sloan discussed the negative impact to retail businesses and traffic, and asked for the timelines of the proposed development. She questioned the focus of the design being for commercial needs within walking distance and where all the other residents would go to shop. Ms. Sloan stated the need for better community engagement on development proposals of this nature and whether business really mattered to the City. A brief question and answer period between Members of Council and Ms. Sloan regarding the outreach to local businesses by the City’s Economic Development department, concerns regarding H-holding provisions, deferring the decision on the matter, discussions with the building owner, and information regarding infrastructure. 7.10 John Ferris Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) John Ferris, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. He raised concerns regarding the negative impact to businesses, parking, traffic, infrastructure, and the proposed building heights. He inquired whether there were plans to improve transit, the need to notify all residents of major development projects, and requested that Council defer Report PLN 04-22 to a future meeting date and the need to better engage the community. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and the delegate regarding the need for a future public meeting on the matter. 7.11 Al Norrie Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Al Norrie, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions. He stated that the Committee of Adjustment had rejected these variance requests and Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 8 asked that Council defend the decisions of the Committee of Adjustment at the OLT. 7.12 Ethan Holtzer, Dialysis Management Clinics Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Ethan Holtzer, Dialysis Management Clinics, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Mr. Holtzer noted that he was the Director of Dialysis Management Clinics, the only dialysis clinic in Pickering, located at 1550 Kingston Road. Through the aid of a PDF presentation he spoke to the negative impact to public funds, and the dangers and the difficulty in relocating critical healthcare services should the proposed development be approved. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Holtzer, regarding: • the Clinic recently going through a redevelopment and expansion and being unaware of this proposed development along Kingston Road and the associated impacts of being displaced; • the costs of being displaced and how the costs would be funded; • the termination date of the current lease agreement; • the number of employees in the Dialysis Management Clinic; • whether the Clinic’s clients who reside in the region were aware of the redevelopment; • the number of storeys of the building and the vacancy rate of the plaza; • whether the City’s Economic Development department had connected with the Dialysis Management Clinic; • whether the owner of the building had communicated the future plans and next steps of the tenancy; • whether the Clinic had future plans to expand their dialysis clinics; • whether the delegate was associated with Lakeridge Health; and, • whether Lakeridge Health had communicated the possibility of upcoming clinic spaces in the future Jerry Coughlin Centre. 7.13 Sean Beauregard Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 9 Sean Beauregard, Pickering Resident, withdrew their delegation and did not join the electronic meeting. 7.14 Lisa Gaspar Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Lisa Gaspar, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Ms. Gaspar raised concerns regarding the lack of infrastructure, the need for public engagement, as well as the social, economic, and cultural impacts of the proposed development. She raised further concerns regarding the proposed height and the need for an infrastructure study. She asked that the matter be deferred to the next Council meeting. 7.15 Darshan Sritharan Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Darshan Sritharan, Pickering Resident, withdrew their delegation and did not connect to the electronic meeting. 7.16 Donna Bell Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Donna Bell, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20. Ms. Bell expressed opposition to the proposed development and noted concerns pertaining to traffic, pollution, bird migration, population, and the possibility of setting a precedent for future development. She stated that the usual format of communication was not working well, especially in times of COVID, and noted that the real estate video posted on line was a sudden awareness to the residents of what this development proposal would entail. Ms. Bell further inquired whether there was a manner in which residents could see the approved developments in the City and timelines for the projects. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 10 7.17 Anthony Biglieri, The Biglieri Group Ltd. Michael Testaguzza, The Biglieri Group Ltd. Re: PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) Anthony Biglieri and Michael Testaguzza, The Biglieri Group Ltd., joined the electronic meeting via audio connection on behalf of the applicants. Mr. Biglieri spoke to the application and the timelines for the proposed development. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council, Mr. Biglieri, and, Mr. Testaguzza, regarding: • provincial intensification expectations for municipalities such as Pickering; • commitment to retaining and relocating the existing tenants in the area; • the proposal including surface and underground parking for both residents and customers; • whether the owners of the buildings would be proactively engaging with the tenants; • timeframes of the proposal for demolition and redevelopment; • the percentage of long-term and short-term existing leases; • the process of the proposal and the number of public meetings held; • public engagement conducted with the business owners; • the possibility for rent increases once the development is completed; • the impacts in deferring the proposal; • whether the clients would be taking on the costs of relocating local businesses; and, • benefits of the redevelopment. 7.18 Rob Treml Re: Corr. 07-22 Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association Re: OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions Rob Treml, Pickering Resident, withdrew his delegation and did not connect to the electronic meeting. 7.19 Rosi Vanderheijden Re: Winter Maintenance on Frenchman’s Bay/Lake Ontario Waterfront Rosi Vanderheijden, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to the Notice of Motion regarding Winter Maintenance on Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 11 Frenchman’s Bay/Lake Ontario Waterfront. Ms. Vanderheijden expressed support of the Motion and spoke to the need for the walkway maintenance noting the unevenness of the sidewalks and the number of seniors in the area that like to walk in the winter months. A question and answer period ensued between Members of the Council and Ms. Vanderheijden regarding the TRCA’s involvement on the lands. 7.20 Jeanine Soligo Re: Corr. 08-22 Jeanine Soligo 1383 Rougemount Drive Jeanine Soligo, Pickering Resident, joined the electronic meeting via audio connection to speak to the Committee of Adjustment Appeal at the OLT pertaining to 1383 Rougemount Drive. Ms. Soligo spoke to the proposal and the impact of the decision to not defend the decision of the Committee of Adjustment. Ms. Soligo asked that the City’s Solicitor represent the decision of the Committee of Adjustment at the OLT hearing. Resolution #766/22 Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor McLean That Council take a short recess. Carried Council recessed at 10:29 p.m. and reconvened at 10:42 p.m. 8. Correspondence 8.1 Corr. 01-22 Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton Re: Letter to 100 Canadian Cities regarding Quebec’s Bill 21 Gary Collins, Office of the Mayor, City of Brampton Re: Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown Invites 100 Canadian Cities to Fight Bill 21 Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services The Regional Municipality of Durham Re: Discrimination of Freedom of Religion in Quebec’s Bill 21 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 12 Discussion and a question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • contributing $10,000 towards the legal challenge and the City’s 2022 Grant Budget being able to accommodate the contribution; • where the money would be allocated should there be excess funds after the legal challenge was concluded; and, • the Region committing to contribute $50,000 towards the legal challenge. Resolution #777/22 Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Corr. 01-22, from the City of Brampton, and the Regional Municipality of Durham, dated December 2021, regarding Quebec’s Bill 21, be received and endorsed; and, 2. That a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to The Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, The Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, Durham MP’s, Durham MPP’s, Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton, the Regional Municipality of Durham, and Durham Region Municipalities. Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion) Resolution #778/22 Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Doody-Hamilton That Item 1 of the main motion be amended by adding the words “and that the City contribute $10,000 towards the legal challenge” after “endorsed”. Carried The Main Motion, as amended, was then Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote 8.2 Corr. 02-22 Brian Bridgeman, Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development The Regional Municipality of Durham Re: Monitoring of Growth Trends Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 13 A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Kyle Bentley, Director, City Development & CBO, regarding the City’s engagement with the Region on the item of correspondence. Resolution #779/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt That Corr. 02-22, from Brian Bridgeman, Commissioner of Planning and Economic Development, the Regional Municipality of Durham, dated December 17, 2021, regarding the Monitoring of Growth Trends, be received for information. Carried 8.3 Corr. 03-22 David Steele Re: City of Pickering MMM Storm Water Management Plan Brief discussion ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • expectations for this matter to come forward to Council and coincide with the ratification of the budget; and, • the intention of the direction being to receive an update on the stormwater plan and the identification of any future funds needed for the next 5 years. Resolution #780/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Corr. 03-22, from David Steele, dated December 31, 2021, regarding the City of Pickering MMM Storm Water Management Plan, be received; and, 2. That staff be directed, through the CAO, to report back to Council on the status of the City of Pickering Storm Water Management Plan no later than the March 28, 2022 Council meeting. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote 8.4 Corr. 04-22 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 14 Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services The Regional Municipality of Durham Re: Correspondence from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent dated November 10, 2021 regarding: Support Resolution from the Council of Huron County passed October 20th re: Homelessness Task Force A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • an update on any temporary measures that the City was considering regarding emergency assistance for homeless individuals in the City; • the Region providing emergency housing during extreme weather conditions; and, • Oshawa and the Region attempting to gain more resources from the Provincial and the Federal governments to address mental health and homelessness. Resolution #781/22 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Corr. 04-22, from Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, the Regional Municipality of Durham, dated December 22, 2021, regarding the Correspondence from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent dated November 10, 2021 regarding: Support Resolution from the Council of Huron County passed October 20th regarding: Homelessness Task Force, be received and endorsed. Carried 8.5 Corr. 05-22 Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services The Regional Municipality of Durham Re: Vision Zero – Increased Enforcement Resolution #782/22 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Corr. 05-22, from Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, the Regional Municipality of Durham, dated January 4, 2022, regarding Vision Zero – Increased Enforcement, be received and endorsed. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 15 Carried 8.6 Corr. 06-22 Kevin Arjoon, City Clerk, City of Burlington Re: Resolution for Measures to Support the Survival of Small Businesses during Modified Step 2 of the Roadmap to Reopen Resolution #783/22 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner 1. That Corr. 06-22, from Kevin Arjoon, City Clerk, City of Burlington, dated January 13, 2022, regarding the Resolution for Measures to Support the Survival of Small Businesses during Modified Step 2 of the Roadmap to Reopen, be received and endorsed; and, 2. That a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the The Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, and all Durham MPP’s. Carried 8.7 Corr. 07-22 Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association Re: OLT Appeals of Recent Committee of Adjustment Decisions 8.8 Corr. 08-22 Jeanine Soligo Re: 1383 Rougemount Drive Councillor Brenner stated that he had a motion pertaining to receiving Corr. 07-22 and Corr. 08-22, and to give direction to the City Solicitor to represent the City of Pickering. Discussion ensued regarding the proposed motion pertaining to a recent decision of Council on the subject matter and that to accomplish what the motion intended, a reconsideration of that previous Council decision would be required. The Chair ruled that the motion was out of order, and the Chair’s ruling was then challenged. Resolution #784/22 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 16 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That the Chair’s ruling be challenged. A recorded vote was taken on the question “do you support the Chair’s ruling?” as follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan No Councillor Brenner Councillor McLean Item 8.7, Corr. 07.22, and Item 8.8, Corr. 08-22 were now before Council. Resolution #785/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean That Corr. 07-22 and Corr. 08-22 be received for information. Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan No Councillor Brenner Councillor McLean 8.9 Corr. 09-22 The Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance Re: High Automobile Insurance Costs for the Taxicab Industry during the COVID-19 Pandemic A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Paul Bigioni, Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, regarding bringing the matter forward at a future Vehicle of Hire Advisory Committee. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 17 Resolution #786/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Corr. 09-22, from The Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, dated January 18, 2022, regarding High Automobile Insurance Costs for the Taxicab Industry during the COVID-19 Pandemic, be received for information; and, 2. That Corr. 09-22 be referred to the Vehicle for Hire Advisory Committee. Carried 8.10 Corr. 10-22 The Honourable Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Re: Streamline Development Approval Fund Announcement and Application A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Kyle Bentley, Director, City Development & CBO, regarding: • the context of the streamlining and the intention not being to circumvent current planning processes; • whether the funds would enable staff to explore ways to better engage the community; and, • reporting back to Council on how the funds would be utilized through the budget process. Resolution #787/22 Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Doody-Hamilton That Corr. 10-22, from The Honourable Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Housing and Affairs, dated January 19, 2022, regarding Streamline Development Approval Fund Announcement and Application, be received, and the Mayor’s signature be added and endorsed to confirm that the City of Pickering is interested in taking part in the Streamline Development Approval Fund. Carried Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 18 9. Report EC 01-22 of the Executive Committee held on January 10th 2022 9.1 Director, Community Services, Report CS 01-22 Community Association Lease Agreement - 856 Pickering Kinsmen Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Council Decision: 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease Agreement with 856 Pickering Kinsmen Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron set out in Attachment 1 to this report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and, 2. That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 9.2 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 01-22 Rotary Frenchman’s Bay West Park - Lake Ontario Shoreline Restoration Council Decision: 1. That Report ENG 01-22 regarding the Rotary Frenchman’s Bay West Park, Lake Ontario Shoreline Restoration, be received; 2. That Council approve engaging the services of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) as a sole source purchase for project management and construction services for the Lake Ontario shoreline restoration work in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy Items 09.04 and 09.09; 3. That Council authorize staff to execute a letter of agreement with the TRCA for the project management and construction services for the Lake Ontario shoreline restoration work, on such terms as are satisfactory to the Director, Engineering Services and the Director, Finance & Treasurer; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer, to finance the total net project cost of $472,377.00 as follows: a) The sum of $236,188.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Development Charges – City’s Share Reserve; Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 19 b) The sum of $236,189.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Development Charges – Parks & Recreation Services Reserve Fund; and, 5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 9.3 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 01-22 2022 Interim Levy and Interim Tax Instalment Due Dates Council Decision: 1. That an interim property tax levy be adopted for all realty property classes for 2022; 2. That the interim property tax levy instalment due dates be February 25 and April 25, 2022; 3. That the attached draft by-law, providing for the imposition of the taxes, be enacted; and, 4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 9.4 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 02-22 Request to Award the Contract to NTT Data Business Solutions Inc. for SAP Application Management Services Council Decision: 1. That the Proposal from NTT Data Business Solutions Inc., in the amount of $240,012.00 (HST included) be accepted for the initial term of one year; 2. That the total gross project cost of $240,012.00 (HST included) and other associated costs and that the net of HST project cost of $216,138.00 be funded over a one year period be approved; 3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasure to fund the net project cost of $216,138.00 from the 2018 Capital Budget Account (old 5203.1801.6174) or new account number is C10600.1801.90; and, Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 20 4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect hereto. Resolution #788/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe That Report EC 01-22, save and except Item 9.5, Report OPS 01-22, of the Executive Committee Meeting held on January 10th, 2022 be adopted. Carried 9.5 Director, Operations, Report OPS 01-22 Mechanical Harvesting of Eurasian Watermilfoil Weeds in Frenchman’s Bay - Review of Results of 2021 Pilot Project A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Paul Bigioni, Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, regarding whether the City’s property standards by-law could be enforced to obligate the landowner to bear the costs of the works. Mr. Bigioni advised that the rights of Pickering Harbour Company, to most of the bed of the Frenchman’s Bay, were given by pre- confederation charter and that Staff were currently looking into the matter. Resolution #789/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe 1. That Council receive report OPS 01-22 from the Director, Operations regarding the mechanical harvesting of Eurasian watermilfoil weeds in Frenchman’s Bay 2021 pilot project for information; and, 2. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect hereto. Carried 10. Report PD 01-22 of the Planning & Development Committee held on January 10th, 2022 10.1 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 01-22 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 21 Marshall Homes (Village) Ltd. – Plan of Subdivision 40M-2177 - Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision - Municipal works on Liverpool Road and Wharf Street adjacent to Block 1, Plan 40M-2177 - 1295 Wharf Street - File: 40M-2177 Council Decision: 1. That works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Liverpool Road and Wharf Street, adjacent to or outside Plan 40M-2177, 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; 2. That Marshall Homes (Village) Ltd. be released from the provisions of the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to the works on Liverpool Road and Wharf Street outside of Plan 40M-2177; and, 3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report. 10.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 02-22 Serenade Homes Inc. – Plan of Subdivision 40M-2153 - Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision - Blocks 1 to 4, 40M-2153 and Block 11 and Part of Block 25, 40M-1231 being Parts 1, 2 & 3, 40R-21924 - 1775 and 1801 Valley Farm Road - File: 40M-2153 Council Decision: 1. That the portion of Valley Farm Road adjacent to Plan 40M-2557 be assumed for public use; 2. That works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement outside of/adjacent to Blocks 1, 2, 3 and 4, Plan 40M-2153 and Parts 1, 2 and 3, 40R-21924, 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; Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 22 3. That Serenade Homes Inc. be released from the provisions of the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to the works outside of/adjacent to Blocks 1, 2, 3 and 4, Plan 40M-2153 and Parts 1, 2 and 3, 40R-21924; 4. That Council enact a by-law to dedicate Block 3, Plan 40M-2153 as a public highway; and, 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report. 10.3 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 03-22 388270 Ontario Limited – Plan of Subdivision 40M-1552 - Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision - Lots 1 to 29, Blocks 35, 36, 41, 45 and 47, Plan 40M-1552 - Squires Beach Road/Clements Road - File: 40M-1552 Council Decision: 1. That works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Plan 40M-1552, 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, except Blocks 30 to 34, 37 to 40, 42 to 44 and 46; 2. That 388270 Ontario Limited be released from the provisions of the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M- 1552; and, 3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report. 10.4 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 01-22 City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment Proposed Reduction of the Maximum Dwelling Height for Infill and Replacement Dwellings - File: A 12/21 Council Decision: Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 23 That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 12/21, initiated by the City of Pickering to reduce the maximum permitted Dwelling Height for Infill and Replacement Dwellings from 10.0 to 9.0 metres in Established Neighbourhood Precinct Overlay Zones, be approved, and that the Draft Zoning By-law Amendments as set out in Appendices l, ll, and lll to Report PLN 01-22 be finalized and forwarded to Council for enactment. 10.5 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 02-22 Pickering Housing Strategy Study Recommended Pickering Housing Strategy, Phase 3 Report Council Decision: 1. That Council approve the Phase 3: Recommended Housing Strategy & Action Plan, December 22, 2021, as the Pickering Housing Strategy & Action Plan 2021-2031, December 22, 2021, save and except that a new Action Item 3.8 be added as follows “To consider adding a dedicated function, similar to an Office of Affordability, within the City, the scope of work which would include being responsible for implementing the Pickering Housing Strategy & Action Plan 2021-2031, December 22, 2021”; and, 2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in the Pickering Housing Strategy & Action Plan 2021-2031, December 22, 2021 10.6 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 03-22 Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review Phase 2, Status Update and First Draft of the Zoning By-law Council Decision: That Report PLN 03-22 of the Director, City Development & CBO, providing an update on the status of the City of Pickering Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review, be received for information. Resolution #790/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe That Report PD 01-22, save and except Item 10.7, Report PLN 04-22, of the Planning & Development Committee Meeting held on January 10, 2022 be adopted. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 24 Carried 10.7 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 04-22 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 08/20 Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc. (1300, 1360, 1450 and 1550 Kingston Road) A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • the recommendation addressing provisions that would not typically be included in a zoning by-law and adding layers of protection for tenants and businesses; • number three of the recommendation ensuring Council’s authorization prior to approval; • 1450 Kingston Road being removed from the applicant’s proposal; • misinformation from a third-party video being circulated in the Community and there being only 6 buildings above four storeys currently under construction in the City, not 75; • the proposal not providing affordable housing, a variety of housing, or rental housing; • deferring the Report to the March Council meeting and the need to hold more public meetings on the proposal; • options for housing being sought through the multi residential development on the North Esplanade; and, • the City working with a number of organizations to bring affordable housing into the City. Resolution #791/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Ashe 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment A 08/20, submitted by Steele Valley Developments Ltd., 334979 Ontario Ltd., Pickering Square Inc., and Pickering Square (1986) Inc., to increase the maximum permitted building height on lands municipally known as 1300, 1360 and 1550 Kingston Road, be approved, subject to the proposed zoning provisions contained in Appendix I to Report PLN 04-22, and that staff be authorized to finalize and forward an implementing Zoning By-law to Council for enactment; Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 25 2. That prior to the implementing zoning by-law being forwarded to Council for enactment, staff be directed to include an additional site-specific zoning provision requiring a minimum gross leasable floor area of non-residential uses as follows: a) for lands located at 1300 Kingston Road: 3,700 sq. metres b) for lands located at 1360 Kingston Road: 1,500 sq. metres c) for lands located at 1550 Kingston Road: 2,300 sq. metres 3. That prior to the implementing zoning by-law being forwarded to Council for enactment, staff be directed to include an additional “H” Holding Symbol, applying to each site individually, which requires the landowner to satisfy the following conditions to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering: i. The submission a comprehensive phasing plan and construction management strategy, demonstrating how the demolition and construction of new development will be phased and sequenced, while minimizing the impact on the operation of the existing non- residential tenants located within the existing buildings not to be demolished in that phase; ii. The submission of a tenant relocation plan, for both interim and long- term, offering an option to the existing non-residential tenants to relocate their businesses into the new development; and, iii. The submission of a block plan and/or site plan illustrating adequate and appropriately located convenience surface parking spaces, and loading facilities, to support the non-residential uses. Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion) Resolution #792/22 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Report PLN 04-22 be deferred to the March 28, 2022 Meeting of Council. Lost on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Brenner Councillor Doody-Hamilton No Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 26 Councillor McLean Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan The Main Motion was then Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan No Councillor Brenner Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor McLean 11. Reports – New and Unfinished Business 11.2 Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 01-22 myDurham 311 Project Request to Modify the Agreement Revocation Clause Resolution #793/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Doody-Hamilton 1. That Report CAO 01-22 regarding a request to modify the myDurham 311 Project Agreement Revocation Clause be received; 2. That City Council authorize staff to modify the myDurham 311 Project Agreement revocation clause by changing the 311 call re-routing revocation clause from six months to a minimum of one year as part of the City of Pickering’s participation in the myDurham 311 project to meet the requirements of the Canadian Radio-Television Commission (CRTC); 3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report; and, 4. The City Clerk forward a copy of Report Number CAO 01-22 to The Regional Municipality of Durham. Carried 11.3 Director, Community Services, Report CS 02-22 Pickleball Update Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 27 A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • alternative options available for Pickleball due to the loss of the soccer dome; • a grant application for new flooring for the banquet hall in the Recreation Complex and ensuring that the tender for the new flooring would be able to accommodate Pickleball; • an update on leasing commercial space for Pickleball; • timelines for providing access into the Chestnut Hill Development Recreation Complex to Pickleball players; and, • the possibility of installing markers on the flooring. Resolution #794/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Butt 1. That Report CS 02-22 regarding Pickleball Update be received for information; and, 2. That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 11.4 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 07-22 Squires Beach Road Overpass Cost Contribution Agreement - Update on Status of Agreement Paul Bigioni, Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, provided clarification on the recommendation and advised that the intention of the recommendation being to continue to seek a letter of credit to secure the obligation to fund 40% of the Squires Beach Road Overpass Project. Resolution #795/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Butt 1. That staff continue to require that the casino landowners post a Letter of Credit to secure their obligation to fund 40% of the Squires Beach Road Overpass Project, and that the Letter of Credit be issued by a Canadian Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 28 chartered bank (with a Toronto office) listed under Schedule “A” of the Bank Act (Canada); and, 2. That, unless the casino landowners sign a cost contribution agreement on terms acceptable to the City, staff proceed to finalize the terms of an Agreement of Purchase and Sale (“APS”) with Metropia (Notion Road) Development Inc. for the purchase of 2.07 acres of land fronting on Notion Road, on the basis that the City will not sign the APS unless and until the casino landowners first pay to the City their 40% share of all costs of purchasing the Metropia parcel, inclusive of land transfer tax and registration fees, such payment to be made by wire transfer by March 4, 2022. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote Resolution #796/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean That due to the remaining items of business on the agenda, the meeting be extended to allow Council to continue to meet beyond 12:00 a.m. Carried 11.5 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 05-22 Two-year Period Exemption Request for Minor Variance Application P/CA 34/22 Metropia (Notion Road) Development Inc. 1865 Pickering Parkway Resolution #797/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt That Council grants an exemption in accordance with Section 45 (1.4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, P.13 as amended, and permits the Committee of Adjustment to consider Minor Variance Application P/CA 34/22, submitted by Metropia (Notion Road) Development Inc., for lands municipally known as 1865 Pickering Parkway, before the second anniversary of the day on which an applicant-initiated zoning by-law amendment was enacted for the subject lands. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 29 Carried 11.6 Director, City Developments & CBO, Report PLN 06-22 City Initiated Official Plan Amendment 38 Kingston Mixed Corridor and Brock Mixed Node Intensification Areas Supplemental Information in relation to Council Resolution #730/21 File: OPA 20-004/P A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • whether any consultation was conducted prior to the publication of the report; • the publication date of Report PLN 06-22 not providing sufficient time for the public to be consulted prior to the Report being considered by Council; • concerns regarding the Official Plan amendment paving the way for future development in W ard 1; • details regarding how the proposed Official Plan Amendment would affect the Rougemount Bruno plaza; • the maximum height permitted in the Rougemount precinct; • the study being a four year process which started in 2017; and, • the Region being the reviewing authority for the City’s Official Plan amendment. Resolution #798/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean That Report PLN 06-22 be deferred to the February 28, 2022 Meeting of Council. Lost on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Brenner Councillor McLean No Councillor Butt Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan Resolution #799/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 30 1. That Council adopt the By-law to enact Official Plan Amendment 38, provided as Exhibit ‘A’ to Appendix I to Report PLN 06-22, in accordance with Report PLN 41-21 and Council Resolution #730/21; 2. That the City Development Department be directed to provide an annual report to Council on the monitoring program and changes within Strategic Growth Areas in the City, including the Kingston Mixed Corridor and Brock Mixed Node Intensification Areas and the City Centre; 3. That the City Development Department be directed to work with the Economic Development & Strategic Projects Department, and the Public Affairs and Corporate Communications Division, to prepare an engagement strategy, for the City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment process for the Kingston Mixed Corridor and Brock Node Intensification Areas, and for the City Centre, for endorsement by Council; and, 4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan No Councillor Brenner Councillor McLean 12. Motions and Notice of Motions 12.1 Winter Maintenance on Frenchman’s Bay/Lake Ontario Waterfront Discussion and a question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • the subject area that the motion intends to address and the intention of the motion being to provide access to pedestrians to the area 12 months of the year; • the need to use best practices in regards to environmental standards consistent with the TRCA for salt alternatives; • the budget including the installation of permanent washrooms on both the East and the West side and the need to ensure that the washrooms were winterized; • the possible use of compost toilets; Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 31 • ensuring proper signage to address possible liability concerns; • concerns regarding the impact to the Frenchman’s Bay West Plan; • the subject area being owned by the TRCA and any maintenance requiring the TRCA’s approval; • the City clearing the snow on the pathways potentially creating the pathways to become icy; • Staff needing time to investigate and discuss with the TRCA on next steps; • allocating money in the budget to implement a pilot program for next winter season; and, • timelines for investigating and reporting back to Council. Resolution #800/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Doody-Hamilton WHEREAS, it is proven that outdoor physical activity is associated with all kinds of health benefits (both physical and mental health benefits), including improved cholesterol levels, blood pressure, bone density, and more; And Whereas, the consequences of COVID-19 have brought to light the importance of having outdoor year round accessible recreation to maintain physical and mental health; And Whereas, outdoor activities, such as hiking, are good for all ages while being great for brain health, improving cognition, brain function, mental health, improving deterioration of mobility and lowering stress levels; And Whereas, physical activity in fresh air is essential for healthy development, and getting outside is the best way to get moving while reducing the possibility of the transmission of viruses; And Whereas, winter transforms our Waterfront’s natural environment into a Winter Wonderland; And Whereas, the 12 km of the Pickering Lake Ontario/Frenchman’s Bay Waterfront Trail system referred to as the jewel of Pickering, is a destination point that is used by Pickering residents as well as others across the GTA; And Whereas, the City of Pickering currently does not maintain the 12 km of the Pickering Waterfront Trail system nor does it currently have available infrastructure to provide all season washrooms; Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 32 And Whereas, to address these matters will require some short-term service level enhancements as well as long-term infrastructure solutions; And Whereas, residents through various public social media platforms, letters, and petitions, have communicated their desire to see both immediate and long-term enhancements to Waterfront Trail. Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation for the City of Pickering recommends: 1. That staff be directed through the Office of the CAO to implement, as a pilot project, immediate short-term measures pertaining to winter maintenance of the section of the Waterfront Trail from Millennium Square to the spit (East Shore of Frenchman’s Bay) and the paved path and gravel roadway to the spit (West Shore of Frenchman’s Bay), in a manner that will not compromise the environment, consistent with the requirements of the TRCA and best practices of other waterfront municipalities across the GTHA; and, 2. That staff be directed through the Office of the CAO to incorporate into the planning and construction of all future infrastructure along the Waterfront Trail, measures that will achieve full seasonal accessible use, but not limited to the construction of the approved permanent washrooms on both the east and west sides of the Frenchman’s Bay and all proposed reconstructions of the Waterfront Trail system. Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motions): Resolution #801/22 Moved by Councillor Doody-Hamilton Seconded by Councillor Pickles That Item 1 of the main motion be amended by replacing the word “implement” with “investigate”. Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion): Resolution #802/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 33 That the amendment be further amended to include “and that Staff report back to Council by the February 28, 2022 Council Meeting” after the word “GTHA”. Carried Resolution #803/22 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner That Item 1 of the main motion be further amended by adding the words “Progress Park Walkway” after “(West Shore of Frenchman’s Bay)”. Lost on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Brenner Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor McLean No Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan The Main Motion, as amended, was then Carried 12.2 Winter Skating on Frenchman’s Bay Discussion and a question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Staff regarding: • Lake Scugog not being comparable to Frenchman’s Bay as the Bay is much deeper; • the need to investigate waterbody conditions and liability concerns; • the possible risks to first responders and members of the public; and, • Staff investigating ways to expand the natural ice program. Resolution #804/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean WHEREAS, getting out on the ice in the Canadian winter is an opportunity to do something special that promotes physical and mental health; And Whereas, family skating is a Canadian treasured activity which has taken place on Frenchman’s Bay for decades; Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 34 And Whereas, municipalities such as The Township of Scugog recognize the important role that Municipal Government can play to support skating on natural ice; And Whereas, through a Council resolution, The Township of Scugog Council at its December 20, 2021 meeting, approved making funds available from its 2022 Operating Budget for the cost of insurance, and for the required testing and record keeping consistent with risk management guidelines as outlined in the Durham Municipal Insurance Pool. The guidelines outlines cover ice thickness (12-15 inches of ice required for maintenance); testing (test holes should be made with an auger and if there is water between the layers of ice, only the top level of ice should be measured); inspections (daily and whenever there is a significant rise in temperature or above 5 degrees Celsius); and signage, which will be provided by the Township; Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation for the City of Pickering requests: 1. That staff be directed through the Office of the CAO to include for consideration in the 2022 and subsequent Current Budgets, funds that would enable the City of Pickering to fund the maintenance and testing requirements for public skating on a designated area(s) on Frenchman’s Bay for the periods from December 21, 2022 to March 2023, weather permitting; and, 2. That staff work with the community, local business partners, and Durham Region Tourism to assist with the costs of this initiative. Lost on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Brenner Councillor McLean No Councillor Butt Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan 13. By-laws 13.1 By-law 7897/22 Being a by-law for the collection of taxes and to establish the instalment due dates for the Interim Levy 2022. Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 35 13.2 By-law 7898/22 Being a by-law to establish Block 3, Plan 40M-2153 as public highway. (1775 and 1801 Valley Farm Road) 13.4 By-law 7900/22 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 2511, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham. (A 12/21) 13.5 By-law 7901/22 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By law 2520, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham. (A 12/21) 13.6 By-law 7902/22 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. (A 12/21) 13.7 By-law 7903/22 Being a by-law to establish Part Lot 6, RCP 819, being Part 7, 40R-22752 as public highway. (Helm Street) 13.8 By-law 7904/22 Being a by-law to exempt Lots 41, 44 to 46, 53 to 56, 63 to 66 and Blocks 67 to 74, Plan 40M-2664, from the part lot control provisions of the Planning Act. (Lebovic Enterprises Limited) Resolution #805/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt That By-law Numbers 7897/22 through 7904/22 be approved, save and except Item 13.3, By-law 7899/22. Carried 13.3 By-law 7899/22 Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 36 Resolution #806/22 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt Being a by-law to adopt Amendment 38 to the Official Plan for the City of Pickering. (OPA 20-004/P) Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows: Yes Councillor Ashe Councillor Butt Councillor Doody-Hamilton Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan No Councillor Brenner Councillor McLean 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 Procedure By-law 7665/18, to consider matters relating to commercial information supplied in confidence to the City, a proposed acquisition of land, receipt of advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, and instructions to be applied to negotiations being carried out by the City. 14.1 Director, Engineering Services, Confidential Report ENG 02-22 Commercial Information Supplied in Confidence to the City Resolution #807/22 Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor Brenner That the recommendations contained in Confidential Report ENG 02-22 from the Director, Engineering be adopted. Carried 14.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Confidential Report LEG 05-22 City of Pickering purchase from Zoltan Szinessy and Barbara Szinessy (PIN 26311-0822) being Part Lot 8 on Plan 270, as in P128440, City of Pickering Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 37 Resolution #808/22 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Doody-Hamilton 1. That Council approve the acquisition of (PIN 26311-0822) being Part Lot 8 on Plan 270, as in P128440, City of Pickering, municipally known as 501 Marksbury Road, Pickering, Ontario, L1W 2C6; 2. That the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to execute the Agreement of Purchase and Sale between The Corporation of the City of Pickering, as purchaser, and Zoltan Szinessy and Barbara Szinessy, as vendor, set out in Attachment No. 1, subject to such minor revisions as are satisfactory to the Chief Administrative Officer and Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; 3. That the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor be authorized to waive any conditions contained within the said Agreement of Purchase and Sale, and to execute on the City’s behalf any documents, instruments, transfers and agreements as may be necessary to complete the transaction; 4. That Council authorize the purchase in the amount of $1,220,344.75 (net of HST rebate) and the cost be charged to account (504000- C10320.2103.01) and that the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance this project based upon the completion of the DC Update Study; and, 5. That appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions necessary to give effect to this report. Carried 15. Other Business 15.1 Councillor Brenner gave notice that he would be bringing forward three Notices of Motion regarding expanding the natural ice program, a proposal by Amberlea Tennis Club for the expansion of their courts to include Pickleball, and a motion pertaining to dissolving the OLT at the February 28th Council meeting. 16. Confirmation By-law Council Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Electronic Meeting 7:00 pm 38 By-law Number 7905/22 Councillor McLean, seconded by Councillor Doody-Hamilton moved for leave to introduce a By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm the proceedings of January 24, 2022. Carried 17.Adjournment Moved by Councillor Butt Seconded by Councillor McLean That the meeting be adjourned. Carried The meeting adjourned at 1:03 am. Dated this 24th of January, 2022. David Ryan, Mayor Susan Cassel, City Clerk Original Signed By: Original Signed By: