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Present:
Mayor Kevin Ashe
Councillors:
M. Brenner
S. Butt
L. Cook
M. Nagy
D. Pickles
L. Robinson
Also Present:
M. Carpino - Chief Administrative Officer
K. Bentley - Director, City Development & CBO
P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
S. Boyd - Fire Chief
S. Douglas-Murray - Director, Community Services
B. Duffield - Director, Operations
R. Holborn - Director, Engineering Services
F. Jadoon - Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects
S. Karwowski - Director, Finance & Treasurer
S. Cassel - City Clerk
V. Plouffe - Division Head, Operations Services
C, Rose - Chief Planner
C. Addo-Bekoe - Manager, People and Culture
J. Litoborski - (Acting) Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement Services
D. Wylie - Manager, Zoning & Administration
R. MacKay - Supervisor, Parking Enforcement
R. Perera - Deputy Clerk
S. Marsh - Senior Accounting Analyst, Internal Audit
J. San Antonio - Senior Advisor, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
1. Roll Call
The City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were present and participating in-
person.
2. Invocation
Mayor Ashe called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation.
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3. Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement
Mayor Ashe read the Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement.
6. Presentations
6.1 Joyce Marshall
Re: Donation of Artifacts to Pickering Museum Village
Mayor Ashe introduced Joyce Marshall and stated that she would be donating
artifacts to the Pickering Museum Village with one artifact being displayed in the
Mayor’s office.
Joyce Marshall thanked Members of Council for providing her with the opportunity
to present the artifacts. She spoke about her late husband, Noel C. Marshall’s
contributions to the City as the first ever Deputy Clerk and the Town Manager and
provided a brief overview of each artifact being donated to the City.
4. Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
5. Adoption of Minutes
Resolution #112/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
Council Minutes, February 27, 2023
Executive Committee Minutes, March 6, 2023
Planning & Development Committee Minutes, March 6, 2023
Carried
Resolution #113/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That the order of the agenda be changed to hear Items 11.1, Report FIN 07-23, and 11.2,
Report CLK 04-23, immediately after Correspondence.
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Carried
7. Delegations
7.1 Derek Eckensviller, Pickering Resident
Re: The City’s Use of Casino Revenues
Derek Eckensviller withdrew their delegation and did not appear before Council
7.2 Derek Eckensviller, Pickering Resident
Re: Concerns regarding Proposed Condominium Developments
Derek Eckensviller withdrew their delegation and did not appear before Council
7.3 Brad Nazar, Pickering Resident
Re: Report CLK 04-23
Establishment and Implementation of a Lobbyist Registry
Brad Nazar, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to Report CLK
04-23. Mr. Nazar stated that the draft By-law was a well-rounded proposal and
provided a number of suggested changes to the By-law including implementation
of monetary penalties and a requirement to publicly report on granted exemptions
and rationales for contraventions of the By-law. He stated that he had previously
submitted a Freedom of Information request to the City to access the calendars of
the Members of Council to view who Members were meeting with and spoke to
the high cost for the records. Mr. Nazar noted that a lobbyist registry would
remove this burden from the taxpayer as the information would now be publicly
available. In conclusion, he asked Council to vote in favour of the staff
recommendation with his suggested amendments.
8. Correspondence
8.1 Corr. 10-23
Mary Medeiros, Director, Legislative Services/City Clerk, City of Oshawa
Re: Consulate General of Ukraine in Toronto Requesting Support for Ukraine’s
Energy Infrastructure
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and staff
regarding:
• where the funds for the donations would be sourced from;
• whether there were any grants that could be used to fund the donation;
and,
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• whether there were previous examples where the City had donated to a
similar cause.
Resolution #114/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
1. That Corr. 10-23, from Mary Medeiros, Director, Legislative Services/City
Clerk, City of Oshawa, dated March 7, 2023, regarding Consulate General
of Ukraine in Toronto Requesting Support for Ukraine’s Energy
Infrastructure, be received and endorsed;
2. That pre-budget approval be granted for this one-time funding of
$10,000.00; and,
3. That Staff be directed to provide similar financial support on behalf of the
City of Pickering.
Carried
8.2 Corr. 11-23
Stephen Blais, Member of Provincial Parliament, Orléans
Re: Bill 5, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act
A brief discussion period ensued between Members of Council regarding:
• the correspondence lacking a definition of harassment;
• the bill permitting a Member of Council to lose their elected position on the
grounds of harassment; and,
• other complaint mechanisms available to the public and staff pertaining to a
Members’ conduct.
Resolution #115/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That Corr. 11-23, from Stephen Blais, Member of Provincial Parliament, Orléans,
dated March 20, 2023, regarding Bill 5, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local
Leaders Act, be received and endorsed.
Carried on a Recorded Vote as Follows:
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Yes
Councillor Brenner
Councillor Butt
Councillor Cook
Councillor Nagy
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ashe
No
Councillor Robinson
8.3 Corr. 12-23
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
Re: Housing and Homelessness Update
Resolution #116/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
1. That Corr. 12-23, from The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO),
dated March 20, 2023, regarding Housing and Homelessness Update be
received, and,
2. That The Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, be advised that the
City of Pickering, at its meeting held on March 27, 2023 adopted the
following:
Whereas the homeless crisis is taking a devastating toll on families
and communities, undermining a healthy and prosperous Ontario;
And Whereas the homelessness crisis is the result of the
underinvestment and poor policy choices of successive provincial
governments;
And Whereas homelessness requires a range of housing, social
service and health solutions from government;
And Whereas homelessness is felt most at the level of local
government and the residents that they serve;
And Whereas municipalities and District Social Administration
Boards are doing their part, but do not have the resources, capacity
or tools to address this complex challenge; and,
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And Whereas leadership and urgent action is needed from the
provincial government on an emergency basis to develop, resource,
and implement a comprehensive plan to prevent, reduce and
ultimately end homelessness in Ontario.
Now therefore be it resolved that The Corporation of the City of
Pickering calls on the Provincial Government to urgently:
a. Acknowledge that homelessness in Ontario is a social,
economic, and health crisis;
b. Commit to ending homelessness in Ontario; and,
c. Work with AMO and a broad range of community, health,
Indigenous and economic partners to develop, resource, and
implement an action plan to achieve this goal; and,
3. That a copy of this motion be sent to the Honourable Steve Clark, Minister
of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Honourable Merrilee Fullerton,
Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, the Honourable
Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health, and the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario.
Carried
8.4 Corr. 13-23
Shelley Brown, Acting Clerk, Legal and Legislative Services, Town of Essex
Re: Tax Classification of Short-Term Rental Units
A brief discussion and question and answer period ensued between Members of
Council and staff regarding:
• the correspondence looking to place more financial responsibility on
absentee homeowners renting their property for revenue; and,
• how homeowners looking to temporarily place their homes as short-term
rental units would be impacted.
Resolution #117/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
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1. That Corr. 13-23, from Shelley Brown, Acting Clerk, Legal and Legislative
Services, Town of Essex, dated March 17, 2023, regarding Tax
Classification of Short-Term Rental Units, be received and endorsed; and,
2. That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Honourable Doug Ford,
Premier of Ontario, the Honourable Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal
Affairs and Housing, and the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of
Finance.
Carried
8.5 Corr. 14-23
Jaclyn San Antonio, Senior Advisor, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, City of Pickering
Re: Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce
- End of Term Recommendations
- Covering Memorandum from City Staff
Resolution #118/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That Corr. 14-23, from Jaclyn San Antonio, Senior Advisor, Equity, Diversity &
Inclusion, City of Pickering, dated March 22, 2023, regarding Pickering Anti-Black
Racism Taskforce - End of Term Recommendations - Covering Memorandum
from City Staff, be received for information.
Carried
11. Reports – New and Unfinished Business
11.1 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 07-23
2021 Year End Audit and Financial Statements (Final)
Lilian Cheung, Partner, Deloitte, appeared before the Council to present the 2021
Year End Audit and Financial Statements. Ms. Cheung stated that the audit was
conducted in accordance with the audit plan and that the plan was substantially
completed. She spoke to the implementation of the SAP system and stated that
there were no findings to report and that they were in a position to approve a clean
audit.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Ms.
Cheung regarding confirmation that the software implementation had no issues.
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Resolution #119/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That the Report on the results of the 2021 Audit as submitted by Deloitte
LLP be received for information;
2. That the 2021 draft Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the City
of Pickering be approved; and,
3. That Deloitte LLP be reappointed to provide external auditing services to
the City of Pickering for a three year term.
Carried
11.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CLK 04-23
Establishment and Implementation of a Lobbyist Registry
Councillor Butt left the Council Chambers at 7:40 p.m.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council, staff, Jeff
Abrams, Co-Principal, Principles Integrity, regarding:
• suggested amendments to the draft Lobbyist Registry By-law provided
through written correspondence and delegate comments;
• working with the Registry for a year, in the format presented by staff, to
learn from experience, prior to considering any substantial changes;
• clarification that the stakeholders who would provide feedback on the By-
law would include Members of Council, the public, lobbyists, staff, and the
Integrity Commissioner;
• cost implications of implementing a lobbyist registry; and,
• similarities between the frameworks of other Ontario municipalities who
currently have lobbyist registries.
Resolution #120/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report CLK 04-23 regarding the establishment and implementation of
a Lobbyist Registry by received;
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2. That the draft By-law, included as Attachment #1 to CLK 04-23, be
approved and enacted to implement a Lobbyist Registry;
3. That approval be granted to enter into a Single Source agreement with J-
SAS Inc., operating as Lobby Registry, for services and software, to
implement an on-line registry system in the amount of $5,000.00 (plus
HST), and that such funds be included in the 2023 Budget for this purpose;
4. That the City Clerk be authorized to create forms and establish such
procedures as are necessary pertaining to the maintenance and
enforcement of the Lobbyist Registry, including a mechanism and
framework for complaint protocols; and,
5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
such actions as are necessary to give effect to the recommendations in this
Report.
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
9. Report EC 03-23 of the Executive Committee held on March 6, 2023
9.1 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report BYL 02-23
Waterfront Permit Parking Review
Council Decision:
1. That Report BYL 02-23 regarding the Waterfront Permit Parking Review be
received;
2. That the streets outlined on the attached map (Attachment 1) be approved
as the waterfront permit parking area effective May 1, 2023, and that Traffic
and Parking By-law 6604/05 be amended accordingly;
3. That the waterfront permit parking hourly rate be changed from $5.00 to
$2.50 per hour, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and that General
Municipal Fee By-law 6191/03 be amended accordingly;
4. That, in addition to the two hour free parking already allowed in the
Liverpool Road lay-by spaces, two hour free parking be allowed Monday to
Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm within the waterfront permit parking area
except for Beachpoint Promenade, Front Street and the municipally
operated waterfront parking lots;
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5. That Council direct staff to implement a free digital guest parking pass
system for residents parking in the waterfront permit parking area;
6. That free resident waterfront parking permits issued after the date of this
Report be valid for a period of two years;
7. That non-resident seniors, age 65 years and older, be permitted to park at
no cost at the waterfront;
8. That Council direct staff to implement a physical free parking pass to be
provided to resident seniors (age 65 years and older) who do not own or
operate a vehicle, to allow them to be driven to the waterfront without
incurring parking costs;
9. That pre-budget approval be provided in the amount of $15,000.00 plus
applicable HST for the purchase and installation of a WiFi hub in each of
the three municipally operated waterfront parking lots, to enable cellphone
users without data plans to use the HotSpot Parking App to make parking
payments, and this cost be included in the 2023 Budget for account
10425.502260.0000;
10. That pre-budget approval be provided in the amount of $17,000.00 plus
applicable HST for the purchase and installation of additional signage,
public engagement and communication campaign, programming costs, and
for changes to the HotSpot App to implement the recommendations set out
in this Report, and this cost be included in the 2023 Budget for account
10425.502260.0000;
11. That, as part of the public engagement and communication campaign, staff
be directed to work with Nautical Village businesses to enable the
businesses to assist their customers with registration for parking sessions;
12. That Council direct staff to conduct consultation with residents of Essa
Crescent to determine if that street should be added to the waterfront
permit parking area in the 2024 season and that staff report back to Council
in Q1 2024;
13. That the draft amending By-laws (Attachments 2 and 3 to this Report) be
enacted to give effect to Recommendations 3, 4, and 7 above; and,
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14. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
such actions as are necessary to give effect to the recommendations in this
report.
9.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report BYL 04-23
Noise Control By-law Review and Update
Council Decision:
1. That Report BYL 04-23 regarding the Noise Control By-law review and
update be received;
2. That staff be directed to proceed with public consultation to obtain feedback
from residents regarding the City’s Noise Control By-law 6834/08 and the
changes to it that are proposed in this Report;
3. That staff be directed to report back to Council in October, 2023 with the
results of the public consultation and a draft new Noise Control By-law for
Council’s consideration;
4. That notwithstanding Recommendation Item 3, that staff also report back to
the May 1, 2023 Executive Committee Meeting with recommendations
regarding short term enhancements to the Nuisance and Noise Control By-
laws to address nuisance issues encountered in the City; and,
5. That appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the actions
necessary to implement the recommendations in this Report.
9.3 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 02-23
Municipal Bridge Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Restrictions
- By-law to establish load limits for certain bridges under the jurisdiction of the
City of Pickering
Council Decision:
1. That the attached draft By-law limiting the gross vehicle weight of any
vehicle or any class thereof, passing over certain bridges, under the
jurisdiction of The Corporation of the City of Pickering be enacted; and,
2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.4 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 04-23
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Statement of the Treasurer Respecting 2022 Remuneration and Expenses of
Members of Council and Council Appointees to Boards, Agencies and
Committees
Council Decision:
It is recommended that Report FIN 04-23 regarding the Statement of the
Treasurer respecting Remuneration and Expenses of Members of Council and
Council Appointees for the year 2022 be received for information.
9.5 Fire Chief, Report FIR 01-23
Supply and Delivery of a Fire Pumper Rescue Replacement
Proposal No. RFP2022-7
Council Decision:
1. That RFP No. RFP2022-7 submitted by Dependable Truck & Tank Limited
for the supply and delivery of a Fire Pumper Rescue Apparatus in the
amount of $1,262,486.00 plus HST be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $1,550,909.00 (HST included) and the
total net project cost of $1,396,642.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved;
3. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the total
net project cost in the amount of $1,396,642.00 as follows:
a) the sum of $1,200,000.00 from the previously approved 2022 Capital
Budget be increased to $1,390,000.00, be financed by the issue of
debentures by The Regional Municipality of Durham over a period not to
exceed 15 years;
b) the sum of $6,642.00 be funded from property taxes;
c) the annual debenture repayment charges in the amount of
approximately $156,493.00 be included in the annual Current Budget for
the City of Pickering commencing 2023, or such subsequent year in
which the debentures are issued, and continuing thereafter until the
debenture financing is repaid;
d) the Treasurer be authorized to make any changes, adjustments, and
revisions to amounts, terms, conditions, or take any actions necessary
in order to effect the foregoing;
4. That the draft By-law attached to this report be enacted; and,
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5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.6 Director, Operations, Report OPS 04-23
Residential Sidewalk and Driveway Windrow Snow Clearing Review
Council Decision:
That Report OPS 04-23 regarding Residential Sidewalk and Driveway Windrow
Snow Clearing Review be received for information.
9.7 Director, Operations, Report OPS 05-23
Quotation No. Q2022-35
- Supply and Delivery of Three ¾ Dump Trucks with Up-fitting
Council Decision:
1. That Quotation No. Q2022-35 submitted by East Court Ford Lincoln, in the
amount of $286,765.00 (HST excluded) be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $324,044.54 (HST included), and the
total net project cost of $291,812.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved;
3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $291,812.00, the sum of $245,000.00 to be funded
from the Vehicle Replacements Reserve as approved in the 2021 and 2022
Capital Budgets be increased to $291,812.00; and,
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.8 Director, Operations, Report OPS 06-23
Supply & Delivery of Five 1 Ton Trucks
- Quotation No. Q2022-34
Council Decision:
1. That Quotation No. Q2022-34 submitted by Blue Mountain Chrysler Ltd. In
the amount of $555,397.00 (HST excluded) be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $627,598.61 (HST included) and the
total net project cost of $565,172.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved;
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3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $565,172.00 as follows:
a) The sum of $240,000.00 to be funded from DC – Other Services
related to a Highway as approved in the 2021 Capital Budget be
increased to $273,142.00;
b) The sum of $230,000.00 to be funded from Vehicle Replacement
Reserve Fund as approved in the 2021 Capital Budget be increased
to $292,030.00; and,
4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
9.9 Director, Operations, Report OPS 07-23
Request to Single Source One 1 Ton Truck with Service Body Replacement
Council Decision:
1. That, in accordance with Section 09.03 (g) of the Purchasing Policy
wherein The Manager is authorized to make single or sole source
purchases without competitive bids and enter into a contract if due to
market conditions or unexpected circumstances, required goods or services
are in short supply, the purchase of One 1 Ton Truck with Service Body
Replacement for unit #795 (2014 Ford) submitted by Paramount Truck
Sales in the amount of $177,300.00 (HST excluded), be accepted;
2. That the total gross quotation cost of $200,349.00 (HST included), and the
total net project cost of $180,420.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved;
3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $180,420.00, as provided for in the 2021 and 2022
Capital Budgets as follows:
a) The sum of $175,000.00 to be funded from the Vehicle Replacement
Reserve as approved in the 2021 and 2022 Capital Budgets be
increased to $180,420.00; and,
4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
9.11 Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 02-23
City of Pickering Environmental Schools Grant
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- Results of the 2022 Funding
Council Decision:
That Report SUS 02-23 regarding the City of Pickering Environmental Schools
Grant be received for information.
9.12 Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 03-23
Re-examination of Diabetes Canada Textile Drop Box Initiative
- Council Resolution #223/20
Council Decision:
1. That Report SUS 03-23 regarding the Diabetes Canada Textile Drop Box
Initiative be received;
2. That the City of Pickering does enter into a partnership agreement with
Diabetes Canada for a Textile Drop Box Initiative and that staff be directed
to draft a partnership agreement for Council’s consideration that includes:
i. a one-year pilot project whereby Diabetes Canada Textile Drop Boxes
will be installed on the following three City of Pickering properties: i) the
southeast corner of the South Esplanade municipal parking lot; ii) the
southwest side of the gravel arena parking lot at Chestnut Hill
Developments Recreation Complex; and iii) Dunmoore Park; and,
ii. that staff be directed to report back to Council in Q2 2024 with results of
the pilot project and provide recommendations for next steps;
3. That staff be directed to develop and implement a community education
and outreach program pertaining to textile diversion within the City of
Pickering; and,
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Resolution #121/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Report EC 03-23, save and except Item 9.10, Report PLN 07-23, of the
Executive Committee Meeting held on March 6, 2023 be adopted.
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Carried
9.10 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 07-23
Corporate GIS Strategic Plan
A brief discussion period ensued between Members of Council regarding the GIS
system’s ability to store resident data in a centralized location and concerns of the
information being provided to higher levels of governments upon request.
Resolution #122/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That the Corporate Geographic Information System (GIS) Strategic Plan
prepared by Geographic Technologies Group (GTG) dated December 7,
2022, and provided as Appendix I to Report PLN 07-23, be endorsed in
principle; and,
2. 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 Brenner
Councillor Cook
Councillor Nagy
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ashe
No
Councillor Robinson
Note: Councillor Butt was absent at the time the vote was taken.
10. Report PD 03-23 of the Planning & Development Committee held on March 6, 2023
10.1 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 05-23
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 10/22
City Initiated
2570 Tillings Road
Council Decision:
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That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 10/22, initiated by the City of
Pickering, to rezone the lands at 2570 Tillings Road to permit a public elementary
school and a public park, be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law
Amendment, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 05-23, be finalized and
forwarded to Council for enactment.
10.2 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 06-23
Official Plan Amendment OPA 20-008/P
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/20
Brock and Kingston Holdings Inc.
1970 Brock Road
Council Decision:
1. That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 20-008/P, submitted by
Brock and Kingston Holdings Inc., to add a site-specific policy for the lands
located at the northwest corner of Brock Road and Kingston Road, to
permit a minimum net residential density of over 80 units per hectare and
no maximum density, and increase the maximum permitted Floor Space
Index (FSI) to 4.4 to facilitate a high-density, mixed-use development, be
approved, and that the draft by-law to adopt Amendment 47 to the
Pickering Official Plan, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 06-23, be
finalized and forwarded to Council for enactment; and,
2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/20, submitted by Brock
and Kingston Holdings Inc., to permit a high-density, mixed-use
development consisting of a 30 and 12-storey building connected by a 6-
storey podium containing a total of 623 residential units; 52, 4-storey
stacked townhouse units, and approximately 1,800 square metres of
commercial space at grade, located at the northwest corner of Brock Road
and Kingston Road, be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law
Amendment, as set out in Appendix II to Report PLN 06-23, be finalized
and forwarded to Council for enactment.
Resolution #123/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Report PD 03-23 of the Planning & Development Committee Meeting held on
March 6, 2023 be adopted.
Carried
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11. Reports – New and Unfinished Business
11.3 Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 06-23
Municipal Accommodation Tax Program
Resolution #124/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Council approves, in principle, the inclusion of the Municipal
Accommodation Tax Program for the 2023 Budget for financial planning
purposes;
2. That the appropriate City of Pickering staff report back to Council with a
proposed Municipal Accommodation Tax implementation plan and
associated By-law; and,
3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.4 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CLK 03-23
Committees and Taskforces of Council
- ADM 040 Policy Update
- Terms of Reference Updates
Resolution #125/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report CLK 03-23 pertaining to Committees and Taskforces of
Council be received;
2. That amendments to Policy ADM 040, included as Attachment #1 to CLK
03-23, be approved;
3. That the Site Plan Advisory Committee be remodeled and named the “Site
Plan Review Panel” and the current Members of the Site Plan Advisory
Committee be appointed to the Site Plan Review Panel;
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4. That the attached draft By-law to establish an honorarium for Members of
the Committee of Adjustment be enacted;
5. That a stipend of $50.00 per meeting be implemented for the Vehicle for
Hire Committee to bring the Committee in line with all other City of
Pickering quasi-judicial bodies that receive stipends;
6. That the list of Committees and Taskforce, and their respective Terms of
Reference, included as Attachment #3 and #4 to CLK 03-23, be approved;
and,
7. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take such
actions as are necessary to give effect to the recommendations in this
Report.
Carried
11.5 Director, Community Services, Report CS 06-23
Millennium Square Events
Resolution #126/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report CS 06-23, regarding Millennium Square Events, be received
for information;
2. That staff be directed to implement the Fall Fling event as outlined in this
report and that the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to include
the gross cost of Fall Fling in the amount of $17,600 in the 2023 Current
Budget;
3. That staff be directed to implement the Winter Wonderland event as
outlined in this report and that the Director, Finance & Treasurer be
authorized to include the gross cost of Winter Wonderland in the amount
$45,200 in the 2023 Current Budget; and,
4. That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary
actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
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11.6 Director, Community Services, Report CS 07-23
Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee
- Terms of Reference
Resolution #127/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee be
established and the Terms of Reference as set out in Attachment #1 to CS
07-23 be approved; and,
2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried Later in the Meeting (See Following Motion)
Resolution #128/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Item 1 of the main motion be amended to read as follows:
1That the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee be established
and the Terms of Reference as set out in Attachment #1 to CS 07-23 be
approved, save and except that that the Youth Member age be changed from 13-
19 years old to 18-25 years old, under the Composition section of the Terms of
Reference.
Carried
The Main Motion, as Amended, was then Carried
11.7 Director, Community Services, Report CS 08-23
Pickering Community Parades
Resolution #129/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
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1. That report CS 08-23 be received for information;
2. That staff be directed to coordinate and implement the 2023 Santa Claus
Parade as outlined in this report;
3. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to include the gross
cost of the Santa Claus Parade in the amount of $74,100.00 in the 2023
Current Budget;
4. That staff be directed to coordinate and implement the 2024 Easter Parade
as outlined in this report;
5. That staff begin preparations for a 2024 Easter Parade in the fall of 2023
and that the gross cost of the 2024 Easter Parade in the amount of
$47,100.00 be included in the 2024 Current Budget for Council
consideration; and,
6. That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary
actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.8 Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects, Report ECD 03-23
Local & Small Business Advisory Committee
Resolution #130/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Report Number ECD 03-23, regarding the proposed Local & Small Business
Advisory Committee, be received for information.
Carried
11.9 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 03-23
Waterfront Visionary Advisory Committee
Resolution #131/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
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1. That the Waterfront Visionary Advisory Committee be established and the
Terms of Reference as set out in Attachment #2 to ENG 03-23 be
approved; and,
2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.10 Fire Chief, Report FIR 02-23
Supply & Delivery of Harris Portable Radios & Associated Equipment
- Quotation No. RFQQ2023-2
Resolution #132/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Quotation No. RFQQ2023-2, Supply & Delivery of Harris Portable
Radios & Associated Equipment, submitted by Williams Communications
Services in the amount of $394,770.00 (plus HST) be accepted;
2. That the total gross project cost of $446,090.00 (HST included) and the
total net project cost of $401,718.00 (net of HST rebate) for the Supply &
Delivery of Harris Portable Radios & Associated Equipment be approved;
3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project costs of $401,718.00 as follows:
a) the sum of $400,000.00 to be funded by a 5-year internal loan as pre-
approved for the 2023 Capital Budget;
b) the residual sum of $1,718.00 to be funded from property taxes;
c) the Treasurer be authorized to make any changes, adjustments, and
revisions to amounts, terms, conditions, or take any actions necessary
in order to effect the foregoing; and,
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
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11.11 Fire Chief, Report FIR 03-23
2023 Pre-Budget Approval: Installation of Hopes Cradle in Fire Station # 2
- Gems for Gems, March 6, 2023 Executive Committee Meeting, Item 5.1,
Delegate 3.2
Councillor Butt returned to the meeting at 7:51 p.m.
A discussion and question and answer period ensued between Members of
Council and staff regarding:
• concerns pertaining to a lack of need for the program in Durham Region
and statistics pertaining to the program being based on data from the US
and India;
• concerns that the program would negate parental and guardian rights;
• the need for public consultation on the program;
• the program benefiting those mothers who may be in psychological
distress; and,
• ensuring that staff seek input from the appropriate parties such as the
Region’s Social and Health services departments during implementation of
the program.
Resolution #133/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report FIR 03-23 regarding the installation of a Hopes Cradle safe
infant surrender shelter be received;
2. That 2023 Capital pre-budget be established for the estimated installation
costs of the Hopes Cradle in the amount of $25,000.00 (net of HST rebate)
to be funded from the Casino Reserve;
3. That the ongoing remote monitoring costs of $30.00 (HST excluded) per
month be included in the annual Current Budget; 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 Brenner
Councillor Butt
No
Councillor Robinson
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Councillor Cook
Councillor Nagy
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ashe
11.12 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 04-23
Regulation of Short Term Rentals
Resolution #134/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Report LEG 04-23 regarding the regulation of short term rentals be received
for information.
Carried
11.13 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 05-23
2023 Pre-Budget Approval: Information Technology Capability Study
Resolution #135/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Proposal No. RFP2022-5, for Consulting Services for an Information
Technology Capability Study submitted by KPMG LLP, in the amount of
$65,800.00 (excluding HST) be accepted;
2. That the total net project cost of $66,958.00 (net of HST rebate) be
approved;
3. That Council provide pre-budget approval and authorize the Director,
Finance & Treasurer to finance the net project cost of $66,958.00 from the
Rate Stabilization Reserve; and,
4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
such actions as are necessary to give effect to this Report.
Carried
11.14 Director, Operations, Report OPS 02-23
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Emergency Structural Repairs at Dunbarton Indoor Pool
Resolution #136/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Report OPS 02-23 regarding Emergency Structural Repairs at Dunbarton
Indoor Pool be received for information only, in accordance with Section 12 of the
Purchasing Policy (PUR010).
Carried
11.15 Director, Operations, Report OPS 08-23
Don Beer Arena Capital Project Pre-Budget Approvals
Resolution #137/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report OPS 08-23 regarding Don Beer Arena Capital Project Pre-
Budget Approvals be received;
2. That pre 2023 Capital Budget be established for Structural Repairs in Rink
3 at Don Beer Arena, in the amount of $120,000.00 (net HST rebate), be
approved;
3. That pre 2023 Capital Budget be established for Rink 1 and 2
Refrigeration Plant lifecycle equipment replacement at Don Beer Arena, in
the amount of $143,000.00 (net HST rebate), be approved;
4. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the project
budget of $120,000.00 (net HST rebate) by a transfer from the Don Beer
Arena Reserve;
5. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the project
budget of $143,000.00 (net HST rebate) from Federal Gas Tax; and,
6. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
Carried
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11.16 Director, Operations, Report OPS 09-23
T2023-2 Various Parks Pathway Reconstruction
- Mitchell Park, South Pine Creek Ravine Park, Bay Ridges Kinsmen Park
Resolution #138/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report OPS 09-23 regarding Various Parks Pathway Reconstruction
at Mitchell Park, South Pine Creek Ravine Park, and Bay Ridges Kinsmen
Park be received;
2. That the total gross project cost of $359,487.00 (HST included), including
the amount of the tender, contingency, consulting and other associated
costs, and the total net project cost of $323,729.00 (net of HST rebate), be
approved;
3. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the net
project cost of $323,729.00 as approved in the 2020-2022 Capital Budgets
as follows:
a) The sum of $139,436.00 from Property Taxes as approved in the 2020
Capital Budget;
b) The sum of $100,000.00 from the Rate Stabilization Reserve as
approved in the 2021 Capital Budget;
c) The sum of $84,293.00 from the Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund as
approved in the 2022 Capital Budget; and,
4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
Carried
11.17 Director, Operations, Report OPS 10-23
Additional Costs for Tillings Yard Remediation
Resolution #139/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
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Seconded by Councillor Cook
1. That Report OPS 10-23 regarding additional costs for the Tillings Yard
Remediation project be received;
2. That the total net project cost increase from $3,200,000.00 (net of HST) to
$3,448,186.00 net of HST be approved;
3. That Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the additional
costs referenced in Recommendation 2 in the amount of $248,186.00 (net
of HST) by a transfer from the Operations Centre Reserve Fund; and,
4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
Carried
12. Motions and Notice of Motions
12.1 Enhancements to Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Snow Clearing Program
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and staff
regarding:
• the motion looking to address the needs of seniors and persons with
disabilities;
• where the subsidy component would be sourced from and the subsidy
component being 40% of the cost;
• the communication strategy that would be used for the program;
• whether the income levels were based on provincial or federal eligibility
levels and whether the rates would increase as the old age security levels
increase; and,
• reporting back to Council on how the program is working after the first year.
Resolution #140/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Robinson
WHEREAS, the City of Pickering provides a Seniors & Persons with Disabilities
Snow Clearing Program that operates from November 1st to April 30th of each
year;
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And Whereas, this program currently accommodates 500 qualified (applicants)
households, including those residing in hamlets of Brougham, Claremont,
Greenwood and Whitevale;
And Whereas, for the 2022-2023 season approximately 400 applicants have
registered;
And Whereas, the current Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Snow Clearing
Program set an income cap of $139,674.00 (applicant), in excess of the
approximate average Pickering income of $99,700.00, in an effort to allow for
more participation;
And Whereas, the current Seniors & Persons with Disabilities a Snow Clearing
Program is $0.00 for qualified applicants in receipt of Guaranteed Annual Income
Supplement (GAINS);
And Whereas, continued trends recognize that Pickering will continue to see an
increase of population growth of Seniors who desire to remain independent in their
homes;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering directs through the Office of the CAO, an amendment to the City’s
Seniors & Persons with Disabilities Snow Clearing Program to include:
1. An increase to the registration capacity from 500 to 750 annually;
2. An increase in registration fees as per the following:
i. Net Income – less than $83,723.00 from $69.91 plus HST to $106.20
plus HST;
ii. Net Income – between $83,723.00 and $139,674.00 from $106.19 plus
HST to $154.87 plus HST;
iii. Net Income – between $139,674.00 - $199,900.00 registration fee
$200 plus HST;
3. Enhanced promotions, targeted to seniors and persons with disabilities
and their families, regarding the City’s Seniors & Persons with Disabilities
Snow Clearing Program;
4. That these amendments be in effect for the 2023-2024 winter control
season; and,
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5. That sufficient funds to support the amended Seniors & Persons with
Disabilities Snow Clearing Program be reflected in the draft 2023 Current
Budget for Council approval in April 2023.
Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote
12.2 Motion to Support the Earthquake Victims of Turkey and Syria
A brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding the number of
people and the amount of infrastructure impacted by the earthquake.
Resolution #141/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
WHEREAS, on February 6, 2023, at 04:17 TRT, a M 7.8 earthquake struck
southern and central Turkey and northern and western Syria, followed by a M 7.7
earthquake at 13:24 TRT the same day, with an epicenter 37 km (23 mi) west–
northwest of Gaziantep, causing widespread damage in an area of about
140,000Sq Miles (approximately the size of Germany);
And Whereas, as of March 20, 2023, more than 57,300 deaths were confirmed,
with more than 50,000 in Turkey and more than 7,200 in Syria, leaving more than
1.5 million people homeless;
And Whereas, the Red Cross/Red Crescent is working to deliver emergency relief
and to get help to those impacted by the earthquakes as quickly as possible, and
is delivering aid on an ongoing basis;
Now therefore be it resolved that:
1. The Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering donate ten thousand
dollars ($10,000) to the Canadian Red Cross for their efforts to deliver
ongoing recovery efforts, and resiliency and preparedness activities in areas
impacted by the earthquake;
2. That the Mayor, Members of Council and the Economic Development staff
reach out to local businesses in the City of Pickering and other partners to
make them aware of the great need for help in impacted areas, and to make
them aware of the agencies in need of support to provide that help; and,
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3. That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Councils of the Region of
Durham, Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Oshawa, Scugog, Uxbridge and Whitby for
their consideration of similar support.
Carried
12.3 Interim Youth/Community Program Locations Seaton
A brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding the intention of
the motion being to provide opportunities to operate City programming in
commercial/retail spaces until such time the construction of City facilities in those
areas was complete.
Resolution #142/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Butt
WHEREAS, the new recreation complex and library in Seaton will not be
constructed/open for City programming for a number of years;
And Whereas, Seaton has a growing and young population that would not have a
local/convenient location to access important City programming, particularly youth
and senior programs, until the completion of City facilities, such as a recreation
complex or library;
And Whereas, local neighbourhood commercial/retail plazas are likely to be
completed earlier than the City facilities and potentially provide opportunities for
interim locations for the delivery of City programming;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering directs City staff through the Office of the CAO to explore opportunities
with the commercial/retail plazas and developers/owners, for the interim use of
commercial/retail spaces for delivery of City recreation and leisure programming,
and that City staff report back to Council with opportunities and recommendations
by the end of second quarter 2023.
Carried
12.4 Enhanced Blue Box and Green Bin Availability
A brief discussion between Members of Council ensued regarding City staff
collaborating with Regional staff on implementing a solution for a blue box and
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green bin exchange program that would provide convenient and reasonable
options for Pickering residents.
Resolution #143/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Butt
WHEREAS, the current closest blue and green bin exchange/purchase location is
the Durham Region Depot in Whitby;
And Whereas, the blue and green bin exchange in Pickering has been limited to
the compost pick up day at the Chestnut Hill Development Recreation Complex;
And Whereas, Pickering residents have expressed that more convenient
arrangements for blue and green bin exchange/purchase would be desirable;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering directs City staff through the Office of the CAO to:
1. Further work with the Region of Durham Waste Management staff to
explore opportunities for more local and convenient locations for Pickering
residents to have access to the blue and green bin replacements;
2. That staff consider options that include but are not limited to the following:
i. introducing local pick up location(s) such as a Region or City facility,
ii. coordinate with City/community events, such as compost giveaway,
Artfest, etc.,
iii. use of 311 to arrange drop off, and,
iv. arrangements with commercial/retail partners;
3. That staff report back to Council by end of second quarter 2023;
4. That this motion be forwarded to the Commissioner of Works, Region of
Durham.
Carried
12.5 Tree Protection Private Property
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Marisa Carpino, Chief Administrative Officer, noted that a Memorandum was
distributed to Members of Council last Friday and stated that three of the four
operative clauses of the motion were currently being addressed by staff with staff
reporting back to Council in the fall of 2023.
A brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding concerns that
the motion was reiterating the prior direction of City Council to staff, and the ability
to work with staff on the initiative that was already underway in their work plan.
Resolution #144/23
Moved by Councillor Robinson
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
WHEREAS, the August 2020 SGL report “Infill and Replacement Housing In
Established Neighbourhoods Study” identified the need for additional tools to
manage change related to infill and replacement housing in established
neighbbourhoods;
And Whereas, the study identified as a major concern, loss of mature trees and
landscaped open space;
And Whereas, the current tree protection by-law protects and regulates trees only
to the extent that it applies to trees within certain identified “environmentally
sensitive” areas of the City;
And Whereas, a tree by-law on private property would assist in addressing and
protecting our tree canopy by implementing regulations to protect trees where
possible and require the replacement of trees where appropriate to ensure a
healthy and perpetual tree canopy within established neighbourhoods and can be
applied to all communities;
And Whereas, this updated tool would provide the City with a more effective way
to regulate tree removal and tree protection on private property during
construction of either infill and replacement housing, additions to existing houses,
construction of secondary structures, or new development or plans of
subdivisions;
And Whereas, an updated tree protection by-law would affect all trees of a certain
diameter on all private property;
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And Whereas, a driveway width by-law would apply to the portion of the driveway
on private property;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering directs through the Office of the CAO to:
1. Prepare a draft by-law that would regulate tree removal of a defined
diameter on private property including infill development, replacement
housing, additions to existing houses, construction of secondary
structures, and draft plans of subdivision similar to the City of Toronto;
2. Prepare a draft by-law to protect trees from injury on private property
during construction;
3. Develop a work plan to consult/engage community stakeholders, and
includes the creation of an Urban Forest Master Plan modeled after the
City of Brampton;
4. Prepare a draft by-law for the maximum driveway entrance/width and hard
surfacing allowable on residential properties similar to the City of North
York; and,
5. Report back to The Executive Committee of Council with the draft by-law
on the work plan no later than the June 2023 Executive Meeting.
Note: The disposition of this matter was
determined through the following referral motion:
Resolution #145/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Item 12.5, a motion pertaining to Tree Protection Private Property, be
referred to Staff to consider and incorporate into the existing work plan.
Carried
13. By-laws
13.1 By-law 7998/23
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Being a by-law to amend By-law 6604/05, as amended, providing for the
regulating of traffic and parking, standing and stopping on highways or parts of
highways under the jurisdiction of the City of Pickering and on private and
municipal property.
13.2 By-law 7999/23
Being a by-law to limit the gross vehicle weight of any vehicle or any class thereof
passing over a bridge under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of
Pickering pursuant to the Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.H.8, as amended.
13.3 By-law 8000/23
Being a by-law to authorize the Supply and Delivery of a Fire Pumper Rescue
Replacement project in the City of Pickering and the issuance of debentures in
the amount of $1,390,000.00.
13.4 By-law 8001/23
Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3037, as amended by
By-law 6577/05, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of
Durham, being Part Lot 20, Concession 3 S, Now Part 2, 40R-2208, and Parts 1
and 2, 40R-9418, City of Pickering (A 10/22) (2570 Tillings Rd.)
13.5 By-law 8002/23
Being a By-law to adopt Amendment 47 to the Official Plan for the City of
Pickering (OPA 20-008/P) (1970 Brock Rd.)
13.6 By-law 8003/23
Being a by-law to establish and maintain a Lobbyist Registry for The Corporation
of the City of Pickering.
13.7 By-law 8004/23
Being a By-law to establish an honorarium for Members of the Committee of
Adjustment.
13.8 By-law 8005/23
Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 6191/03 and 7362/14 to confirm General
Municipal Fees.
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13.9 By-law 8006/23
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, Part of Lot
18, Concession 1 North, Now Part 1, 40R-8663, City of Pickering (A 13/20).
(1970 Brock Rd)
Resolution #146/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That By-law Numbers 7998/23 through 8006/23 be approved.
Carried
14. Confidential Council – Public Report
Mayor Ashe stated that prior to the Regular Council Meeting, an In-camera session was
held at 6:30 p.m. in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act and Procedure
By-law 7926/22 to consider personal matters pertaining to identifiable individuals as it
pertains to citizen appointments to the Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce.
14.1 Citizen Appointments to the Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce
Resolution #147/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Nagy
That the following citizens be appointed to the Pickering Anti-Black Racism
Taskforce (PABRT) for a term ending February 28, 2027, or until a successor is
appointed:
CC Canzius
Denise David
Donovan Dill
Zakkiyya Donaldson
Andrew Fraser
Odessa Grignon
Kenisha Hanson
Bethina Loiseau
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Paul Martin
Sharleen Mascoll
Keisha Petrolo
Chantelle Russell
Veronica Shaw
Karleen Smith
Carried
15. Other Business
15.1 Councillor Nagy stated that she would be withdrawing the Notice of Motion
previously provided regarding a vacant lot tax in order to draft a comprehensive
motion to effectively represent resident needs.
15.2 Councillor Cook stated that she would be withdrawing the Notice of Motion
previously provided regarding an outdoor year-round racquet sports facility in
order to work with staff on work that was already underway.
16. Confirmation By-law
By-law Number 8007/23
Councillor Nagy, seconded by Councillor Butt moved for leave to introduce a By-law of
the City of Pickering to confirm the proceedings of March 27, 2023.
Carried
17. Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Robinson
That the meeting be adjourned.
Carried
The meeting adjourned at 8:29 pm.
Dated this 28th of March, 2023.
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Kevin Ashe, Mayor
Susan Cassel, City Clerk