HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 26, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes
June 26, 2023
Hybrid Electronic Meeting
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7:00 pm
Present:
Mayor Kevin Ashe
Councillors:
M. Brenner
S. Butt
L. Cook
M. Nagy
D. Pickles
L. Robinson – arrived at 9:29 p.m. and left at 9:46 p.m.
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
J.Litoborski -Manager, Municipal Law Enforcement Services
C. Whitaker -Manager, Sustainability & Strategic Environmental Initiatives
L. Narraway -Supervisor, Animal Services
R. Perera -Deputy Clerk
1.Roll Call
The City Clerk certified that all Members of Council were present and participating in-
person, save and except Councillor Robinson.
2.Invocation
Mayor Ashe called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation.
3.Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement
Mayor Ashe read the Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement.
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4.Disclosure of Interest
4.1 Councillor Pickles declared a conflict of interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act with respect to Item 14.1, Confidential Memorandum from the
Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Re: A Proposed or Pending
Acquisition or Disposition of Land by the Municipality, as the matter may involve
an organization that he was affiliated with.
Councillor Pickles did not take part in the discussion or vote on this matter.
4.2 Councillor Cook declared a conflict of interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act with respect to Item 12.3, Canada Day Sponsorship, Royal Canadian
Legion, Branch 606, as it pertains to Grants to Organizations for Royal Canadian
Legion Branch 606, as she is a volunteer for the Legion.
Councillor Cook did not take part in the discussion or vote on this matter.
5.Adoption of Minutes
Resolution #216/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Cook
Council Minutes, May 23, 2023
Executive Committee Minutes, June 5, 2023
Planning & Development Committee Minutes, June 5, 2023
Carried
6.Presentations
There were no presentations.
7.Delegations
7.1 Frank McGillan, Pickering Resident
Re: Concerns Regarding the Dynamics of City Council
Frank McGillan, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to
concerns regarding the dynamics of City Council. Mr. McGillan spoke to Mayor
Ashe’s campaign platform during the 2022 Municipal Election noting that he was
also a candidate in the 2022 City of Pickering Municipal Election. He discussed
various matters that required Council’s attention such as the need for a hospital, a
new City Hall, water runoff on Bayly street, and petroleum contents in Pickering
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water. Mr. McGillan added that when ideas did not make sense, it was time to
conduct discussions with the constituents.
7.2 Edward Cunningham, Pickering Resident
Re: The Importance of Pride Celebrations
Edward Cunningham, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to
the importance of Pride celebrations. Mr. Cunningham spoke to the comments
made by a Member of Council at the May 23, 2023 Council Meeting and added
that equality for the 2SLGBTQIA+ did not eliminate the rights of heterosexual
individuals. Mr. Cunningham commented on his personal experience growing up
as a straight man and stated that people of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community was not
born with the same privileges as those who identified as heterosexual. He stated
that his daughter identified as 2SLGBTQIA+ and spoke to instances of bullying
that she had experienced at school due to her sexual orientation. He added that
home and school should be places for children to be themselves and commented
on the negative impact that bullying had on his daughter’s mental wellbeing. He
noted that pride events played an important role as they instilled confidence in
kids and provided the ability to learn about the diverse society they lived in. He
spoke to a Motion that a Member of Council had tried to bring forward regarding
pride flags and added that belonging to the 2SLGBTQIA+ was not a belief system.
In concluding his delegation, he thanked the Members of Council who supported
the Motion regarding pride events.
7.3 Brandon Underwood, Pickering Resident
Re: Pride: A Lesson in Equity
Brandon Underwood, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to
pride – a lesson in equity. Through the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr.
Underwood spoke to the meaning of 2SLGBTQIA+, the differences between
equality, equity, and liberation. He commented on how the 2SLGBTQIA+
community was struggling and spoke to a study conducted by the Canadian
Mental Health Association (CMHA) which noted that socio-economic factors or
determinants played a key role in the mental health and wellbeing of individuals.
He further provided remarks on studies which discussed a surge in hate crimes
based on sexual orientation and added that in certain countries homosexuality
was illegal and even punishable by death. He also provided information on the
various ways to provide support to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Mr. Underwood
spoke to his personal experience of being bullied for his sexual orientation and
added that when he had asked Councillor Robinson whether she had attended a
pride event or had consulted the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, he did not receive a
response. In concluding his delegation, he thanked the Members of Council who
supported the Motion regarding pride events.
7.4 Rick Troyan, Woodville Resident
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Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Rick Troyan, Woodville Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the Motion
to rescind part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for CSWBAC. Mr. Troyan stated that while he was aware of
Councillor Robinson’s decision to step down from the Committee, he still had
concerns regarding the Motion. He noted that rescinding the appointment of
Councillor Robinson from the CSW BAC would impact everyone. He commented
on previous City Council decisions pertaining to correspondence from the Ontario
Big City Mayors, Hopes for Cradle, and the nuisance by-law, which were approved
by City Council despite unanswered questions from Councillor Robinson. He
commented on his trespass order from the Pickering Public Library and added that
the nuisance by-law would allow for other similar instances to occur. He stated
that Councillor Robinson was under attack by City Council and was being silenced
from bringing Motions forward for debate. He spoke to the motions that Councillor
Robinson had attempted to bring forward regarding universal changerooms and
drag shows. Mr. Troyan also expressed his views on the 2015 Supreme Court
Ruling of the removal of religious prayers from Council meetings and commented
on government neutrality. He concluded his delegation by stating that other
Members of Council were not suited to replace Councillor Robinson on the
CSWBAC.
7.5 Rick Troyan, Woodville Resident
Re: Special Interest Flags at Government Buildings
Rick Troyan, Woodville Resident, appeared before Council to speak to special
interest flags at government buildings. Mr. Troyan stated that Council was voting
on the removal of the invocation from Council Meetings and that the same
principal of neutrality was not being applied to other matters which created
hierarchy in Council decisions. He commented on the creation of the Canadian
national flag and how flags were seen as a proclamation of power. He added that
it was hypocritical for City Council to remove the invocation and to not approve a
motion on pride flags. He commented that June was also the month for other
various matters such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), gun violence
awareness, Indigenous history, and senior citizens and asked why there was no
motion to support such groups. He noted that Council was bound to abide by the
2015 Supreme Court ruling and that the City was in violation of Section 04.1 b) of
the City’s Flag Raising Procedure. He requested the non-governmental flags be
removed from City buildings.
7.6 Peter Kirwin, Pickering Resident
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Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Peter Kirwin, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the Motion
to rescind part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for CSWBAC. Mr. Kirwin commented on the process for
constituents to bring their concerns to their Ward Councillors. He commented on
recent events in City Council where Councillor Robinson attempted to bring
forward a motion on pride events which followed with notice given by Councillor
Brenner to rescind the appointment of Councillor Robinson from the CSWBAC
which was then followed by three Council of Members lodging a complaint with the
City’s Integrity Commissioner on Councillor Robinson. He stated that such actions
would discourage Councillors to bring forward matters to City Council in the future
and expressed his disappointment with the negative and biased actions
demonstrated by Members of Council. He noted that every Member of Council
needed to accurately represent their constituents without action from other
Members and that Members of Council are to be neutral and impartial, and
represent the views of their constituents.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr.
Kirwin regarding:
•the letters provided by community associations in Pickering asking for the
removal of Councillor Robinson from the CSWBAC;
•laws in Ontario and Canada pertaining to supporting diverse communities;
and,
•the process to bring forward motions to City Council for debate.
7.7 Paul White, President, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Paul White, President, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association, appeared
before Council to speak to the Motion to rescind part of Council Resolution
#152/23 as it pertains to the Council Representative for CSWBAC. He expressed
his agreement with the Motion and spoke to instances of communication that he
had sent to Councillor Robinson adding that in most instances a response was not
provided by her. He also provided remarks on the important contributions the
Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association had made to the City, including work
pertaining to the waterfront trail, sale of the waterfront, donations to food banks,
and bringing Horizon House to Durham. He stated that Councillor Robinson owed
an apology to all volunteers for recent comments made pertaining to volunteers
and committees.
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A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr.
White regarding whether any Pickering Member of Council had any input on the
letter sent by the Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association requesting the
removal of Councillor Robinson from the CSWBAC.
7.8 Karen Sloan, Pickering Resident
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Karen Sloan, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the Motion
to rescind part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for CSWBAC. Ms. Sloan noted that she was both a business
owner and homeowner. She referred to a video by Councillor Robinson where she
announced her decision to step down from the CSWBAC and provided comments
on committees of Council. Ms. Sloan stated that committees were part of the
democratic process and added that the City should either only fly governmental
flags or provide for the flying of pride and veteran flags. She commented on how
Members of Council were elected by constituents and should be inclusive of all
opinions. Ms. Sloan advised that Councillors should not post videos on their
personal opinions as comments made in such videos incite division in the
community.
7.9 Janice Freund, Pickering Resident
Re: Animal Poisoning Prevention
Janice Freund, Pickering Resident, joined the meeting via electronic connection to
speak to Animal Poisoning Prevention. She spoke to the dangers posed by
rodenticides and the alternative methods offered by pest control companies. She
added that by banning rodenticides, pest control companies would not suffer any
financial loss and that alternative methods provided for long-term solutions. Ms.
Freund commented that by prioritizing alternate methods of pest control, the City
was setting a positive example for all of Ontario.
7.10 Allison Hansen, Minden Resident
Re: Animal Poisoning Prevention
Allison Hansen, Minden Resident, joined the meeting via electronic connection to
speak to Animal Poisoning Prevention. Ms. Hansen spoke to her personal
experience with losing her dog to rodenticides. She added that rodenticides were
the go to method for many people, businesses, and governments. She noted that
people experienced guilt in speaking of their personal experience with losing a pet
to rodenticides and added that rodenticides were dangerous, ineffective, and
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spread through the food chain. She also shared the story of Junior, a dog, who
also had experienced a painful death due to rodenticides.
7.11 Michael Sauve, Whitby Resident
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Michael Sauve, Whitby Resident, did not appear before Council to provide a
delegation.
7.12 Jake Starratt-Farr, Pickering Resident, President, Pflag Durham Region
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Jake Starratt-Farr, Pickering Resident, President, Pflag Durham Region appeared
before Council to speak to the Motion to rescind part of Council Resolution
#152/23 as it pertains to the Council Representative for CSWBAC. Mr. Starratt-
Farr noted that he was before Council as a Ward 1 Pickering resident and the
president of Pflag which was the largest resource of information, support, and
advocacy for the 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. He expressed his disappointment with
Councillor Robinson attending the Durham District School Board meeting as
opposed to the City of Pickering Civic Awards Ceremony. He spoke to a YouTube
video made by Councillor Robinson and noted that the actions of Councillor
Robinson did not represent an understanding for the safety and wellbeing of
Pickering residents. He commented on the inclusivity of the pride community and
added that removing youth from pride events was harmful and dangerous and that
he had lost youth from his organization to suicide. Mr. Starratt-Farr also
commented on how pride events were an economic driver to communities. He
further expressed his disappointment with comments made by Councillor
Robinson regarding committees and added that committee members took time to
register and go through interview processes to be selected for the City’s
committees. He expressed that Councillor Robinson did not respect this process
and that she was not in line with the City’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity
strategy and had potential to inflict harm on Pickering residents.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Starratt-
Farr regarding:
•percentage of people that were unhoused and from the pride community;
•the letters sent by Westshore Community Association and whether any
Pickering Member of Council had any input on the letter; and,
•the membership number of the Westshore Community Association.
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7.13 Jessica Wilkins, Pickering Resident
Janice Strasbourg, Durham Region Resident
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Jessica Wilkins, Pickering Resident, and Janice Strasbourg, Durham Region
Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the Motion to rescind part of
Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council Representative for
CSWBAC. Ms. Wilkins commented on the letter she had sent to Members of
Council on May 24, 2023 expressing her concerns on the equity and diversity
program being introduced to the Durham District School Board and support for
Councillor Robinson. She stated that Councillor Robinson heard and expressed
the concerns of her constituents and added that she was concerned about the
safety of children. Ms. Strasbourg expressed her support for Councillor Robinson
and added that everyone’s rights needed to be respected and noted that Members
of Council’s behavior represented bullying and that Councillor Robinson was the
only Member to prioritize the safety and wellbeing of her community. She
commented on a previous Motion brought forward by Councillor Robinson to
remove the requirement for delegations to state their address into the public
record adding that this Motion had allowed her to feel comfortable in making her
delegation. She also spoke to a previous Motion brought forward by Councillor
Robinson regarding geoengineering and that she was interested in learning what
was being sprayed from the skies over Pickering. They added that neutrality was
not favouring one side over the other and that there needed to be unity on
Council. She further added that she had proof of Councillor Brenner solicited
community organizations for support on the Motion to rescind the appointment of
Councillor Robinson from the CSWBAC.
7.14 Mark Iogna, Senior Project Manager, Tribute (Liverpool) Limited
Re: By-law 8025/23
Mark Iogna, Senior Project Manager, Tribute (Liverpool) Limited, appeared before
Council and added that he was available for questions pertaining to By-law
Number 8025/23.
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Iogna
regarding:
•clarification that lifting of the H symbol was not the last requirement and
that there were other requirements to be addressed; and,
•whether the applicant would be resolving the outstanding issues pertaining
to the easements.
7.15 Dianna Robinson, Toronto Resident
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Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Dianna Robinson, Toronto Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the
Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for CSWBAC. Ms. Robinson noted that between the weekend of
May 16 and May 17, a Member of Council had approached community
associations requesting letters to rescind the appointment of Councillor Robinson
from the CSWBAC. She commented on the complaint that was filed with the
Integrity Commissioner regarding Councillor Robinson by a number of Members of
Council adding that there were inaccuracies in the complaint letter. She noted that
Councillor Robinson was not in attendance at the recent Civic Awards Ceremony
as she was attending a Meeting of the Durham District School Board and
commented on the events that occurred at the Durham District School Board
Meeting. She stated that Councillor Robinson was not against pride events and
that she was concerned about the safety of children. Ms. Robinson further
commented on the concerns expressed by constituents to Councillor Robinson
regarding the diversity and inclusivity curriculum of the Durham District School
Board.
7.16 Mario Caggianello, Oshawa Resident
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Mario Caggianello, Oshawa Resident, withdrew their delegation and did not
appear before Council.
7.17 Jessica Street, Whitby Resident
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Jessica Street, Whitby Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the Motion
to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for CSWBAC. Ms. Street commented on Councillor Robinson’s
opposition to new condominium buildings and added that such new development
was not fair to the City’s emergency services. She expressed her gratitude for
Councillor Robinson expressing her views to protect the community and added
that Councillor Robinson stood for restricting the age limit for attending a drag
performance to those who were 19 years of age and older and that such
performances were viewed as provocative and offensive. She commented that
she had recently discovered that the Durham District School Board left it to the
discretion of the school principal to decide whether individuals performing in drag
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shows were police checked. She noted that the City should only display flags that
were neutral such as the federal, provincial, and municipal flags.
7.18 Margaret Bowie, Pickering Resident
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Margaret Bowie, Pickering Resident, appeared before Council to speak to the
Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for CSWBAC. She commented on the need to be thankful and
inclusive, adding that Members of Council were expected to stand up for
everyone.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Ms.
Bowie regarding whether any Member of Council had any input on the letter sent
by the Rougemount Community and Recreation Association requesting the
removal of Councillor Robinson from the CSWBAC.
7.19 Reverend Jeffery Doucette, Enniskillen Tyrone United Church
Re: Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the
Council Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory
Committee (CSWBAC)
Reverend Jeffery Doucette, Enniskillen Tyrone United Church, appeared before
Council to speak to the Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it
pertains to the Council Representative for CSWBAC. Reverend Jeffery Doucette
expressed his support for Pflag and the pride community and that he was an ally
of Pflag. He commented on previous struggles he had experienced on how the
church treated individuals of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. He spoke about his
friend Leo, who was a fellow priest who had taught him that God’s love was
unconditional for all. He commented on his personal experience of his time in
various churches and his support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. He stated that
there was enough hate in the world and there was a need to resist words and
actions of hate.
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and
Reverend Doucette regarding the recent Motion approved by Council on
supporting pride events.
7.20 Dianna Robinson, Toronto Resident
Re: Report CLK 07-23
Procedure By-law Review and Updates
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Dianna Robinson, Toronto Resident, appeared before Council to speak to Report
CLK 07-23. Ms. Robinson noted that City Councillors were elected to represent
their constituents and carry out their duties in an impartial and respectful manner.
She commented that Councillor Robinson was elected to serve the public and that
her duty was not to conform to various ideologies that may cause public unrest.
She stated that if the State was required to be neutral on religious prayers at
meetings then the same principal of neutrality should be applied to gender and
sexual orientation. She commented on the 2015 Supreme Court ruling on state
neutrality regarding prayers at Council meetings adding that the inconsistency in
applying this ruling by City Council eroded the public’s trust. Ms. Robinson noted
that Members of Council had not shown regard or compassion and that they were
abusing their power by invoking division and hatred in the community. She added
that Members were forcing children and communities to celebrate ideologies that
may go against their faith and beliefs noting that Councillor Robinson championed
the rule of law. Ms. Robinson added that the City was in violation of its own Flag
Raising Procedure and asked that Council remove special interest flags from City
buildings.
It was the consensus of Council to take a short recess.
Council recessed at 9:36 p.m. and reconvened at 9:47 p.m. Upon reconvening,
Councillor Robinson was not in attendance.
8.Correspondence
8.1 Corr. 26-23
Catalina Blumenberg, Clerk, County of Prince Edward
Re: The Proposed New Provincial Planning Statement (PPS)
Resolution #217/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That Corr. 26-23, from Catalina Blumenberg, Clerk, County of Prince Edward,
dated May 10, 2023, regarding The Proposed New Provincial Planning Statement
(PPS), be received and endorsed.
Carried
9.Report EC 06-23 of the Executive Committee held on June 5, 2023
9.1 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report AS 01-23
Urban Farming
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Council Decision:
1.That Report AS 01-23 be received; and,
2.That an urban farming pilot project not be implemented at this time.
9.2 Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 04-23
Draft City Property Naming Procedure (ADM 110-006)
-Amendments to the Facility & Park Naming Procedure (ADM 110-006)
Council Decision:
1.That Report CAO 04-23 regarding amendments to the Facility & Park
Naming Procedure (ADM 110-006) be received;
2.That Council endorse the draft City Property Naming Procedure (ADM 110-
006), as set out in Attachment 1, subject to minor revisions acceptable by
the Chief Administrative Officer; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.3 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CLK 07-23
Procedure By-law Review and Updates
Council Decision:
1.That Report CLK 07-23 regarding the Procedure By-law Review and
Updates be received;
2.That the draft By-law, included as Attachment #1 to CLK 07-23, be
approved and enacted; and,
3.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.
9.4 Director, Community Services, Report CS 16-23
Community Association Lease Agreements
-Tennis Clubs
Council Decision:
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1.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Amberlea Tennis Club 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;
2.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Dunmoore Tennis Club set out in Attachment 2 to this
report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
3.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Glendale Tennis Club set out in Attachment 3 to this
report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
4.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Rosebank Tennis Club set out in Attachment 4 to this
report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
5.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Maple Ridge Tennis Club set out in Attachment 5 to this
report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
6.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease
Agreement with Sandy Beach Tennis Club set out in Attachment 6 to this
report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
and,
7.That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary
actions as indicated in this report.
9.5 Director, Community Services, Report CS 17-23
Summer Community Events
-Request to Permit Esplanade Park
Council Decision:
1.That Council authorize staff to issue a park permit for the use of Esplanade
Park by Jennifer O'Connell, MP Pickering-Uxbridge, on Friday, July 21,
2023 for the purpose of hosting a free movie in the park to the general
public, subject to terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director,
Community Services and the Chief Administrative Officer;
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2.That Council authorize staff to issue a park permit for the use of Esplanade
Park by Ontario Culture Days for the Dohl Music and Dance Performance
on Sunday, September 17, 2023 as rehearsal date, and Sunday,
September 24, 2023 for the purpose of providing a free music and dance
performance in the park to the general public, subject to terms and
conditions satisfactory to the Director, Community Services and the Chief
Administrative Officer; and,
3.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary action to give effect hereto.
9.6 Director, Community Services, Report CS 18-23
West Shore Skate Spot
-Commission of Public Art (Community Mural)
Council Decision:
1.That Council endorse that the commission of public art for West Shore
Community Centre Skate Spot be awarded to fatspatrol (Fathima
Mohiuddin) & Mural Routes in the amount of $31,979.00 (HST included);
2.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project cost of $28,798.00 by a transfer from the Public Art Reserve as
provided for in the 2023 Current Budget;
3.That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the Letter of
Understanding, between fatspatrol (Fathima Mohiuddin) & Mural Routes
and the City of Pickering, set out in Attachment 1, subject to minor revisions
acceptable to the Director, Community Services and the Director,
Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.7 Director, Community Services, Report CS 19-23
Request for Proposal
Recreation & Parks Master Plan
Council Decision:
1.That proposal for Request for Proposal No. RFP2023-3 submitted by
Monteith Brown Planning Consultants for the Recreation & Parks Master
Plan and Arena Strategy in the amount of $224,820.00 (excluding HST) be
accepted;
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2.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
Recreation & Parks Master Plan in the amount $228,777.00 (net of HST
rebate) from as approved in the 2023 Current Budget as follows:
a)The sum $171,583.00 to be funded from the Development Charges
–Parks & Recreation Reserve Fund;
b)The sum of $57,194.00 to be funded from Property Taxes; and,
3.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.8 Director, Community Services, Report CS 20-23
Rotary Frenchman’s Bay West Park
-Direct Commission of Public Art
Council Decision:
1.That Council endorse that the direct commission of public art for Rotary
Frenchman’s Bay West Park be awarded to SpruceLab Inc. in the amount
of $80,000.00 (HST included);
2.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project cost of $72,043.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Public Art
Reserve as approved in the 2023 Current Budget;
3.That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the Letter of
Understanding, between SpruceLab Inc. and the City of Pickering, set out
in Attachment 1, subject to minor revisions acceptable to the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.9 Director, Community Services, Report CS 21-23
Millennium Square – Purchase of Public Art
-Commission of Public Art for Winter Wonderland
Council Decision:
1.That Council endorse that the commission of temporary public art for
Millennium Square as part of the Winter Wonderland event be awarded to
Studio Jordan Shaw in the amount of $25,000.00 (HST included);
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2.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the net
project cost of $22,513.00 from Property Taxes, as provided for in the 2023
Current Budget
3.That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the Letter of
Understanding, between Studio Jordan Shaw and the City of Pickering, set
out in Attachment 1, subject to minor revisions acceptable to the Director,
Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor;
and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.10 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 06-23
Amendment to By-law 6604/05
-Schedule 12, Full Load Highways
Council Decision:
1.That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule “12” to By-
law 6604/05 to provide for the regulation of parking on highways or parts of
highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Pickering,
specifically to address an update to Schedule “12” Full Load Highways;
and,
2.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.11 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 08-23
Waterfront Trail Reconstruction
-Bruce Handscomb Memorial Park to Elvira Court
Council Decision:
1.That Council approve retaining the services of the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority for project management and construction services
for the Waterfront Trail Reconstruction, Bruce Handscomb Memorial Park
to Elvira Court, in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy Appendix 1
Exceptions, item 8;
2.That Council authorize staff to execute a letter of agreement with the
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for the project management
and construction services for the Waterfront Trail Reconstruction, Bruce
Handscomb Memorial Park to Elvira Court, on such terms as are
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satisfactory to the Director, Engineering Services and the Director, Finance
& Treasurer;
3.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer, to finance the
total net project cost of $584,940.00 as follows:
a)The sum of $500,000.00 in capital project C10305.2109 as
approved in the 2021 Property Maintenance Capital Budget, to be
funded by a transfer from the Parkland Reserve Fund, be increased
to $584,940.00; and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.12 Director, Operations, Report OPS 15-23
Ontario Power Generation Licence Amending Agreement
Council Decision:
1.That Report OPS 15-23 regarding Ontario Power Generation Inc. Licence
Amending Agreement be received;
2.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Licence
Amending Agreement with Ontario Power Generation Inc. to amend and
extend the term of the licence as set out in Attachment 1 to this Report,
subject to the minor revisions agreeable to the Director, Operations and
the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
9.13 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 19-23
Tree Protection By-law Update
-Status Update
Council Decision:
1.That Report PLN 19-23 providing an update on Phase 2 of the Tree
Protection By-law Update be received;
2.That the proposed new draft Tree Protection By-law included as Appendix
I to this report be received, and that staff be authorized to circulate it for
comment; and,
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3.That Council authorize the Corporate Working Group, led by City
Development staff, to proceed with Phase 3 of the Tree Protection By-law
Update.
9.14 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 21-23
Proposed Memorandum of Understanding to govern the delivery of authorized
programs and services offered by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
to the City of Pickering under the Conservation Authorities Act
Council Decision:
1.That Council endorse in principle the draft Memorandum of Understanding
between the City of Pickering and the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority, as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 21-23, to secure the
continuation of municipally requested programs and services TRCA offers
to the City of Pickering in compliance with the Conservation Authorities Act;
2.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Memorandum
of Understanding, between the City of Pickering and the Toronto and
Region Conservation Authority, as set out in Appendix I to this report,
subject to any minor revisions as may be required by the Chief
Administrative Officer, the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor,
and/or the Director, City Development & CBO; and,
3.That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary
actions as indicated in this report.
9.15 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 22-23
Esri Enterprise Agreement for the Supply of ArcGIS Software and Services
Council Decision:
1.That Council supports the new Enterprise Agreement (EA) with Esri
Canada for the supply of ArcGIS software and services, and the City’s
participation in the EA for a three year period, at a total cost of $221,490.00
(plus applicable taxes) with annual payments of $71,660.00 for year one
(July 15, 2023 to July 14, 2024), $73,810.00 for year two (July 15, 2024 to
July 14, 2025), and $76,020.00 for year three (July 15, 2025 to July14,
2026), to be funded from the Current Budget Account 502700.10100.0000
of the City Development Department;
2.That the Director, City Development & CBO be authorized to sign the Esri
Proposal to participate in, and commit to, the terms and payment, as set
out in Appendix I;
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3.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the License
Agreement between the City of Pickering and Esri Canada, generally in the
form provided as Appendix II to this report, subject to revisions as may be
acceptable to the Chief Administrative Officer, the City Solicitor, and the
Director, City Development & CBO; and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
9.16 Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 05-23
Urban Farming
-Council Resolution #100/23
Council Decision:
1.That Report SUS 05-23 regarding Urban Farming be received;
2.That staff be directed to report back to Council with an update on urban
farming actions as outlined in this report in the first quarter of 2024; and,
3.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Resolution #218/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
That Report EC 06-23 of the Executive Committee Meeting held on June 5, 2023
be adopted.
Carried
10.Report PD 06-23 of the Planning & Development Committee held on June 5, 2023
10.1 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 13-23
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 01/21
596857 Ontario Inc.
1279 and 1281 Commerce Street
Council Decision:
That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 01/21, submitted by 596857
Ontario Inc., to permit a future severance of the subject lands to create a total of
four lots for detached dwellings, on the lands municipally known as 1279 and 1281
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Commerce Street be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, as
set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 13-23, be finalized and forwarded to Council
for enactment.
10.2 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 14-23
Heritage Permit Application HP 02/23
-Request for Demolition and New Buildings
-459 Churchwin Street
Council Decision:
1.That Heritage Permit Application HP 02/23 to demolish the existing dwelling
located at 459 Churchwin Street to facilitate the construction of a new
detached dwelling and a detached accessory building (garage), as shown
in Attachments #2 to #7 of this report, be approved; and,
2.That a copy of the Heritage Impact Assessment report is filed with the
Pickering Library & Archives as a record of the property’s history and
documentation of changes.
10.3 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 17-23
City of Pickering 2022 Annual Housing Monitoring Report
Council Decision:
1.That Council receive the City of Pickering 2022 Annual Housing Monitoring
Report for information; and,
2.That Council re-affirms its authorization for the appropriate officials of the
City of Pickering to continue to take the necessary actions as indicated in
the Pickering Housing Action Plan 2021-2031.
10.4 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 18-23
Cultural Heritage Evaluation, Documentation and Salvage Report for
3440 Elsa Storry Avenue (Intent to Demolish)
Seaton TFPM Inc.
Associated Applications: Draft Plan of Subdivision SP-2015-03 (R) and
Zoning By-law Amendment 05/15 (R)
Council Decision:
1.That Council does not object to Seaton TFPM Inc. demolishing a barn and
agricultural outbuildings located at 3440 Elsa Storry Avenue;
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2.That a copy of the Cultural Heritage Evaluation, Documentation and
Salvage Report, dated February 2023 and updated April 2023, prepared by
ASI, be filed with the Pickering Library & Archives as a record of the
property’s history and documentation of changes;
3.That the Owner make efforts to identify a project use (for example, a
heritage carpentry program) for the salvaged lumber from the barn and
agricultural outbuildings; and,
4.That the Municipal Heritage Register be updated to record the demolition of
the barn and agricultural outbuildings for the lands located at 3440 Elsa
Storry Avenue.
10.5 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 20-23
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/16
Pickering Islamic Centre
2065 and 2071 Brock Road
Council Decision:
1.That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 03/16, submitted by Pickering
Islamic Centre, to permit a place of worship and private school, and to
facilitate the construction of a three-storey addition, on the lands municipally
known as 2065 and 2071 Brock Road be approved, and that the draft
Zoning By-law Amendment as set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 20-23, be
finalized and forwarded to Council for enactment, save and except for
Section 5 (3) b), Overflow Parking Requirement, be revised to read as:
“In addition to the minimum parking requirement in Section (3) a) above, a
minimum of 25 parking spaces shall be provided on the lands, as shown on
Schedule I to this By-law, or may be provided on another lot, where a legal
easement or agreement exists.”; and,
2.That Council direct staff to prepare a non-exclusive licence agreement with
the Pickering Islamic Centre to allow the use of the Brock Ridge Community
Park parking areas for overflow parking, the terms of such license
agreement to be negotiated and brought to Council for approval.
10.6 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 23-23
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 07/22
Wildav International Developments Limited
1786 and 1790 Liverpool Road
Council Decision:
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That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 07/22, submitted by Wildav
International Developments Limited, to permit a high-density, mixed-use
development consisting of a 48-storey residential condominium building,
containing 594 residential units and 190 square metres of commercial space at-
grade, located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Liverpool Road and
Pickering Parkway, be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, as
set out in Appendix I to Report PLN 23-23, be finalized and forwarded to Council
for enactment.
10.7 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 24-23
Consolidated Zoning By-law Review
Phase 2, Status Update on Public Consultation
Council Decision:
That Report PLN 24-23, providing an update on the status of the City of Pickering
Consolidated Zoning By-law Review, be received for information.
Resolution #219/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Butt
That Report PD 07-23 of the Planning & Development Committee Meeting held on
June 5, 2023 be adopted.
Carried
11.Reports – New and Unfinished Business
11.1 Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 09-23
Approval of Pickering Anti-Black Racism Taskforce (PABRT) Events for 2023
Resolution #220/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
1.That Council approve the 2023 PABRT-led initiatives outlined in Report
CAO 09-23 as per Committees and Taskforces of Council Policy (ADM
040) and on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Director, Community
Services and the Chief Administrative Officer;
2.That Council authorize staff to issue a park permit for the use of Esplanade
Park by PABRT, as per Community Festivals and Events Policy (CUL 070),
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for a community event in honour of International Day for People of African
Descent on August 31, 2023; and,
3.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.2 Director, Community Services, Report CS 23-23
Interim Program Space in Seaton
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and staff
regarding:
•the timeframe for the construction of the plazas on the subject lands;
•the size of space and the types of programming that would be conducted in
the space; and,
•the timing for the interim programs to begin.
Resolution #221/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Report CS 23-23, regarding Interim Program Space in Seaton, be
received;
2.That staff be directed to further investigate opportunities for Interim
Program Space in the Seaton Commercial Plaza at Taunton Road and
Peter Matthews Drive including rental, fit out, and lease terms;
3.That staff develop a draft program plan budget for the proposed space;
4.That staff report back to Council in Q4, 2023; and,
5.That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary
actions as outlined in this report.
Carried
11.3 Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects, Report ECD 04-23
Local & Small Business Advisory Committee
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and staff
regarding how the City communicated with the local businesses in Pickering.
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Resolution #222/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1.That Report ECD 04-23 regarding the proposed Local & Small Business
Advisory Committee be received; and,
2.That a Local & Small Business Advisory Committee not be established at
this time.
Carried
11.4 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 07-23
Lisgoold Stormwater Management Pond Retrofit
-Tender No. T2023-5
A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and staff
regarding:
•the timing and the duration of the project and placing signage on the
subject lands regarding the work that was underway;
•the impact of heavy rainfall on the stormwater management system; and,
•when the next cleanup of the stormwater management pond would need to
be conducted.
Resolution #223/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Cook
1.That Tender No. T2023-5 for Lisgoold Stormwater Management Pond
Retrofit as submitted by GMR Landscaping Inc. in the total tendered
amount of $824,985.59 (HST included) be accepted;
2.That Council approve the hiring of TYLin International Canada Inc. as a
consultant, in the amount of $72,740.00 (HST excluded) to undertake
contract administration and construction supervision of Tender No. T2023-5
for Lisgoold Stormwater Management Pond Retrofit in accordance with
Purchasing Policy 10.03 (c), as the assignment is above $50,000.00;
3.That the total gross project cost of $1,016,044.00 (HST included), including
the tendered amount, consulting costs, a contingency and other associated
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costs, and the total net project cost of $914,979.00 (net of HST rebate) be
approved;
4.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $914,979.00 as follows:
a)the sum of $671,393.00 available budget in capital project
C10525.2203.01 as approved in the 2022 Capital Budget to be
funded from the SWM Reserve Fund;
b)the sum of $150,000.00 available budget in capital project
C10525.2203.01 as approved in the 2023 Capital Budget to be
funded from the SWM Reserve Fund;
c)the additional amount of $93,586.00 required to be funded from the
SWM 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.
Carried
11.5 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 10-23
Asphalt Resurfacing on Various City Streets (Phase 2)
-Tender No. T2023-9
A brief question and answer period ensue between Members of Council and staff
regarding the remainder of the streets that would be resurfaced in the year.
Resolution #224/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Tender No. T2023-9 for Asphalt Resurfacing on Various City Streets
(Phase 2) as submitted by Four Seasons Site Development Ltd. in the total
tendered amount of $654,678.61 (HST included) be accepted;
2.That the total gross project cost of $779,728.00 (HST included), including
the tendered amount, material testing, a contingency and other associated
costs, and the total net project cost of $702,169.00 (net of HST rebate) be
approved;
3.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $702,169.00 as approved in the 2023 Roads
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Capital Budget to be funded by a transfer from the Federal Gas Tax
Reserve Fund; and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.6 Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 11-23
Altona Road (Regional Road #27) New Asphalt and Concrete Sidewalk
Installation
-Tender No. T2023-4
A brief question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and staff
regarding:
•timelines for completing the project; and,
•timelines for the signalization of Pine Grove Avenue and Altona Road.
Resolution #225/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Tender No. T2023-4 for Altona Road (Regional Road #27) New
Asphalt and Concrete Sidewalk Installation as submitted by Avion
Construction Group Inc. in the total tendered amount of $263,510.35 (HST
included) be accepted;
2.That the total gross project cost of $326,765.00 (HST included), including
the tendered amount, material testing, a contingency and other associated
costs, and the total net project cost of $294,262.00 (net of HST rebate) be
approved;
3.That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $294,262.00 as follows:
a)The sum of $180,000.00 (net of HST rebate) for capital project
C10515.1603.01 Altona Road New Sidewalk Installation as approved
in the 2016 Capital Budget to be funded by a transfer from:
i)Development Charges – Transportation Reserve Fund in the
amount of $90,000.00;
ii)Development Charges – City’s Share Reserve in the amount of
$90,000.00;
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b)Additional funds of $114,262.00 for capital project C10515.1603.01
Altona Road New Sidewalk Installation to be approved by a transfer
from:
i)Development Charges – Transportation Reserve Fund in the
amount of $57,131.00;
ii)Development Charges – City’s Share Reserve in the amount of
$57,131.00; and,
4.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.7 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 12-23
Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report – Summary of Activity for the Year Ended
December 31, 2022
Resolution #226/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Report FIN 12-23 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer entitled
“Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report: Summary of Activity for the Year
Ended December 31, 2022” as required by the Development Charges Act
and Planning Act be received for information;
2.That the City of Pickering’s “Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report” be
made available to the public on the City of Pickering’s website; and,
3.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.8 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 13-23
Annual Indexing – Development Charges, Community Benefit Charges and Seaton
Financial Impacts Agreement
Resolution #227/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
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Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That Report FIN 13-23 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer be received;
2.That effective July 1 to July 11, 2023 as provided for in By-law No.
7953/22, the Development Charges referred to in Schedule “C” of that By-
law be increased by 12.3 percent;
3.That effective July 12, 2023 the Development Charges referred to in
Schedule “C” of that By-law No. 7953/22 be increased to 85 percent of the
maximum fee as legislated by Bill 23, More Homes, Built Faster Act;
4.That effective July 1, 2023 as provided for in By-law No. 7954/22, the
Community Benefit Charges referred to in Schedule “A” of that By-law be
increased by 12.3 percent;
5.That effective July 1, 2023 the payments related to “10 percent Soft
Services” as provided for by the Seaton Financial Impacts Agreement
dated November 26, 2015 be increased by 12.3 percent; and,
6.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.9 Director, Operations, Report OPS 17-23
Log Barn and Log House Restoration
Resolution #228/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That the quotation for the Log Barn and Log House Restoration at the
Pickering Museum Village as submitted by B.A. Construction & Restoration
Inc. in the amount of $436,180.00 (HST included) be received;
2.That single source approval for this purchase be approved in accordance
with 09.03(c) of the Purchasing Policy, where the lowest compliant bid
received exceeds the estimated cost and it is impractical to recall;
3.That the total gross project cost of $605,341.00 (HST included), including
the amount of the quotation, contingency, consulting and other associated
costs, and the total net project cost of $545,128.00 (net of HST rebate) be
approved;
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4.That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to finance the net
project cost of $545,128.00 as approved in the 2022 and 2023 Capital
Budgets and additional transfer of $246,128.00 from the Rate Stabilization
Reserve; and,
5.That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
Carried
11.10 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 26-23
Amendment to General Municipal Fees – Planning Applications
Resolution #229/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That the revised City Development Department – Planning Fees be
approved, effective July 1, 2023;
2.That an amendment be made to Schedule “I” to By-law 6191/03, the
General Municipal Fees and Charges By-law, as amended, by deleting the
pages for City Development Department – Planning, and substituting the
updated pages for City Development Department – Planning, as set out in
Schedule “I” to the Draft By-law provided as Appendix I to Report PLN 26-
23, be approved; and,
3.That the revised Draft By-law to amend Schedule “I” to the General
Municipal Fees and Charges By-law 6191/03, as set out in Appendix I to
Report PLN 26-23, be enacted.
Carried
11.11 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 27-23
Heritage Permit Application HP 03/23
-Request for Demolition
-860 Whitevale Road
Resolution #230/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
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1.That Heritage Permit Application HP 03/23 to demolish the existing dwelling
and accessory buildings located at 860 Whitevale Road be approved;
2.That if there is the opportunity to salvage materials from the garage building
for adaptive reuse or donation, should their condition allow it, the Owner
make efforts to identify a project use; and,
3.That a copy of the final Cultural Heritage Review Recommendations Report
is filed with the Pickering Library & Archives as a record of the property’s
history.
Carried
11.12 Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 06-23
Diabetes Canada Textile Drop Box License Agreement
Council Resolution #121/23
Resolution #231/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
1.That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a Textile Recycling
Bin License Agreement between the City of Pickering and National
Diabetes Trust Corp., in its capacity as Trustee for the National Diabetes
Trust, to install textile drop boxes on three City of Pickering properties, for
a term of one-year, as set out in the draft License Agreement contained in
Appendix I to this report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by
the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Director, Finance &
Treasurer, and/or Chief Administrative Officer; and,
2.That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take
the necessary actions as indicated in this report.
Carried
11.13 Director, City Development & CBO, Report SUS 07-23
Enhanced Blue Box and Green Bin Availability
Council Resolution #143/23
Resolution # 232/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Butt
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1.That the City of Pickering staff continue to work with the Region of Durham,
and be authorized to take the necessary actions to enhance residents’
access to blue and green bins as outlined in this report, including to enable
the sale of blue boxes, blue box lids, kitchen containers for food waste, and
curbside green bins from the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation
Complex; and,
2.That staff be directed to report back to Council in Q2 2024 with an update
on actions taken to address blue box and green bin availability.
Carried
11.14 Motion to Rescind Part of Council Resolution #152/23 as it pertains to the Council
Representative for the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee
(CSWBAC)
Further to the notice given by Councillor Brenner at the May 23, 2023 Meeting of
Council, regarding the rescinding of part of Resolution #152/23, the following
motion is before Council in accordance with the Rules of Procedure:
That the part of Resolution #152/23, adopted at the April 24, 2023 Meeting of
Council, pertaining to the appointment of Councillor Robinson to the Community
Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee, be rescinded.
Note: On June 19, 2023, Councillor Robinson formally advised the City Clerk in
writing, and subsequently all Members of Council, that she had decided to step
down as the Council Representative on the CSWBAC. Therefore, Council did not
dispose of the rescinding motion.
11.15 Appointment of a Council representative to the Community Safety & Well-Being
Advisory Committee (CSWBAC)
Resolution #233/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That leave be granted to suspend the rules of procedure in order to introduce a
motion to enable an appointment to the Community Safety and Well-Being
Advisory Committee (CSWBAC).
Carried on a Two-Thirds Vote
Resolution #234/23
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Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Cook
That notwithstanding Policy ADM 045, Council Appointments to Committees, and
due to the resignation of Councillor Robinson as the Council representative on the
Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee (CSWBAC), that
Councillor Shaheen Butt be appointed as the Council representative on CSWBAC
for a term ending November 14, 2026.
Carried
12.Motions and Notice of Motions
12.1 Recognizing the Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic
Brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding support from the
Durham Region Police Services (DRPS) and other municipalities on recognizing
intimate partner violence as an epidemic since the drafting of the Motion.
Resolution #235/23
Moved by Councillor Cook
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
WHEREAS, intimate partner violence (IPV) is physical, sexual and emotional
abuse and aggression that occurs in an intimate relationship;
And Whereas, on the morning of September 22, 2015, Carol Culleton, Anastasia
Kuzyk and Nathalie Warmerdam were murdered by a former partner;
And Whereas, on June 28, 2022, a five-person jury established as part of a
coroner’s inquest into the events of September 22, 2015 delivered 86
recommendations;
And Whereas, specific legislation addressing family and domestic violence has
been passed by six provinces and three territories; however, Ontario has not
implemented this type of legislation;
And Whereas, the Violence Prevention Coordination Council of Durham (VPCC),
which represents 35 local agencies including Luke’s Place, Herizon House, and
the Durham Rape Crisis Centre, reported a significant increase in demand for
assistance from local IPV support providers on behalf of member Victim Services
of Durham Region, with IPV victim support up 32% over four years and sexual
violence victim support up 277% over four years;
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And Whereas, the City of Ottawa, Renfrew & Lanark Counties, Towns of Ajax &
Whitby, and the Region of Durham have passed motions declaring an IPV
epidemic, and acknowledging the 86 recommendations in the Renfrew County
Inquest;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering:
1.Declare an IPV epidemic and call on the Ontario Government to do the
same, as per recommendation #1 of the Renfrew County Inquest;
2.Integrate IPV into the City’s Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, as per
recommendation #10 of the Renfrew County Inquest; and,
3.That a copy of this motion be forwarded to all Durham MPPs, the Ministry
of the Attorney General, the Ministry of Women’s Social and Economic
Opportunity, all lower tier Durham municipalities, Durham Regional Police
Services Board, Renfrew County, and the Association of Municipalities of
Ontario.
Carried
12.2 Outdoor Pickleball Options – South Pickering
Brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding information
coming back to Council in Q4 regarding next steps.
Resolution #236/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
WHEREAS, Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sport in North America;
And Whereas, although future parks in Central Pickering will ensure the
availability of outdoor facilities for Pickleball, there is an urgent need to find
available outdoor space to accommodate current needs which has outpaced
available courts;
And Whereas, 1st Pickering Pickleball Club has taken on a lead role organizing
Pickleball in the City of Pickering;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering recognizes the need to locate space and construct Pickering’s first
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dedicated outdoor Pickleball court in South Pickering and directs staff through the
Office of the CAO to work with 1st Pickering Pickleball Club to:
1.Investigate the following 3 locations as possible options for the
construction of 8 Pickleball courts (equivalent to the space required for 2
tennis courts):
(a)Alex Robertson Park;
(b)Diana Princess of Wales Park; and,
(c)Petticoat Creek Conservation Park; and,
2. Report back to Council in Q4 2023 on the recommended option, including
a work plan for Community/Stakeholder engagement, that will enable
engagement, design and construction to be considered during the 2024
Capital Budget process.
Carried
12.3 Canada Day Sponsorship, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 606
Councillor Cook declared a conflict of interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act with respect to Item 12.3, Canada Day Sponsorship, Royal Canadian
Legion, Branch 606, as it pertains to Grants to Organizations for Royal Canadian
Legion Branch 606, as she is a volunteer for the Legion.
Councillor Cook did not take part in the discussion or vote on this matter.
Brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding the motion
addressing the unforeseen funding gap experienced by the Royal Canadian
Legion, Branch 606, pertaining to the 2023 Canada Day Event.
Resolution #237/23
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Nagy
WHEREAS, the freedoms enjoyed by all Canadians on a daily basis have been
proudly defended by the men and women serving in all Branches of the Canadian
Armed Forces;
And Whereas, the Royal Canadian Legion’s mission is to proudly serve our
honorable veterans who have served our Country and, in some situations, paid
the ultimate sacrifice for the enjoyment of our daily freedoms;
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And Whereas, the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 606 (“the Legion”), holds an
annual community Canada Day Event (“the Event”);
And Whereas, the Legion seeks third party funding for the Event, however, the
previously secured funding from a private third party did not come to fruition for
the 2023 Event;
And Whereas, the funds being sought were being used to provide free
refreshments to the community who attend the Event;
And Whereas, the City of Pickering offers a Community Grant Program to provide
funding for various community based organizations that promote and provide
social and community spirit events and programs;
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering, hereby approves a one-time funding grant of $1,500.00 to the Royal
Canadian Legion Branch 606 for their 2023 Community Canada Day Event (non-
alcoholic beverages) and that the cost of this one time grant be charged to the
Community Grant Account (503040).
Carried
12.4 Animal Poisoning Prevention
Brief discussion ensued between Members of Council regarding the tragedy of
pets ingesting rodenticides and poisons, and the associated pain and suffering of
losing a pet this way.
Resolution #238/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Nagy
WHEREAS, Council acknowledges that rodenticide products are unreasonably
dangerous, inhumane, and ineffective;
And Whereas, rodenticides are highly toxic, persistent and compounds of
bioaccumulation used to eliminate rodent populations by causing death by
preventing normal blood clotting, causing internal hemorrhaging, or disturbing
nervous system functions;
And Whereas, rodenticides pose serious threats to Ontario’s wildlife (including
raptors, songbirds, coyotes, snakes, and raccoons) and the environment
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(including aquatic ecosystems) through primary and secondary poisoning of non-
target species, and further threaten children and pets;
And Whereas, predators and scavengers are at a particularly high risk of
secondary poisoning because of their dependence on rodents as a food source,
with countless cases of poisoning across Ontario in the past decade;
And Whereas, rodenticides are an ineffective and counterproductive means of
controlling long-term rodent populations because they fail to address the root of
infestation problems (i.e., access to food, shelter and other attractants), and kill
predators that serve as natural and chemical-free methods of pest control (i.e., a
single owl eats around 1,000 rats per year);
And Whereas, the existing risk mitigation measures implemented by the federal
and provincial government are incapable of adequately addressing the threats that
rodenticides pose to the environment, wildlife, and human health;
And Whereas, preventative measures are the best method of vector control;
And Whereas, eliminating non-essential use of rodenticides is consistent with the
precautionary principle;
And Whereas, Council wishes to enact a policy prohibiting the use of inhumane
vector control products to address public concern for the environmental wellbeing
of the Corporation, and the health, safety and well-being of its inhabitants;
And Whereas, Council deems it desirable and in the public interest to enact an
Animal Poison Prevention Policy for protecting wildlife, pets, and people from
unreasonable adverse effects caused by rodenticide use for the purpose of:
•Eliminating inhumane methods of pest control;
•Regulating and controlling the use, purchase, and sale of rodenticides;
•Sustaining a healthy natural environment by protecting biodiversity;
•Protecting significant and sensitive natural areas;
•Protecting human health;
•Maintaining water quality; and,
•Protecting fish habitat as defined in the Fisheries Act, Revised Statute of
Canada 1985.
Now therefore be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the City of
Pickering directs staff through the Office of the CAO:
1.To prepare a draft Policy banning the use of rodenticides on all City of
Pickering properties;
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2.To include a communications strategy for educating residents and business
on the harmful impacts of rodenticides and the availability of humane,
ecologically sustainable alternatives;
3.To implement humane practices in regards to pest control on all City of
Pickering properties;
4.To have staff report back to Council no later than Q4; and,
5.That Council requests that the Mayor write, on behalf of Council, to the
provincial Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP)
requesting that the Province of Ontario introduce a Province wide ban on
the use of rodenticides, to increase protection for wildlife species.
Carried
13.By-laws
13.1 By-law 8019/23
Being a by-law to govern the proceedings of Council, any of its Committees, the
conduct of its Members, and the calling of meetings.
13.2 By-law 8020/23
Being a by-law to amend By-law 6604/05 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.
13.3 By-law 8021/23
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, being Lot
6 and Part of Lots 5 and 7, Block E, Plan 65, City of Pickering (A 01/21). (596857
Ontario Inc.)
13.4 By-law 8022/23
Being a by-law to Being a by-law to amend By-law No. 6191/03 to confirm
General Municipal Fees.
13.5 By-law 8023/23
Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law 7553/17, as amended, to implement the
Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, Part of Lot 23,
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Concession 1, Now Parts 1 and 2, 40R-27085, in the City of Pickering (A 07/22).
(Wildav International Developments Limited)
13.6 By-law 8024/23
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 2, and Part 3, 40R-9710, City of Pickering (A 03/16). (Pickering
Islamic Centre)
13.7 By-law 8025/23
Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law 7553/17, as amended, to remove the
holding provision “H3” (A 03/23). (Tribute (Liverpool) Limited)
13.8 By-law 8026/23
Being a By-law to amend Schedule A of By-law 7362/14 appointing Inspectors.
13.9 By-law 8027/23
Being a by-law to exempt Block 173, Plan 40M-2671, from the part lot control
provisions of the Planning Act.
13.10 By-law 8028/23
Being a by-law to exempt Block 116, Plan 40M-2632, from the part lot control
provisions of the Planning Act.
Resolution #239/23
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Brenner
That By-law Numbers 8019/23 through 8028/23 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 4:00 p.m. in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act and Procedure
By-law 7926/22 to consider a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land,
litigation or potential litigation, receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, a
trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial or financial information that belongs to the
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municipality and has monetary value or potential monetary, and a position, plan,
procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be
carried on by or on behalf of the municipality. The matters were discussed in closed
session as they pertain to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land, the
Rosebank jog elimination, an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal by Brock Road Duffins Forest
Inc., and an update on the High Frequency Rail.
Carried 14.1 Confidential Memorandum from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
Re: A Proposed or Pending Acquisition or Disposition of Land by the Municipality
Having previously declared a conflict of interest, Councillor Pickles did not vote
on the following item.
Resolution #240/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Nagy
1.That staff be directed to:
a)Commence negotiations with Pickering Harbour Company directly with
regard to possible acquisition of Frenchman’s Bay and adjacent lands
owned by Pickering Harbour Company;
b)Investigate all opportunities for Provincial and Federal grant funding to
defray the acquisition cost; and,
c)Report back to Council on this matter in the fourth quarter of 2023
Carried
Carried 14.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Confidential Report LEG 05-23
Rosebank Jog Elimination
-1494 Rosebank Road, Pickering
-Part of Lot 3, RCP 816, Pickering (Part 2, 40R-30470)
Resolution #241/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Nagy
1.That Council approve the acquisition of that portion of 1494 Rosebank
Road described as Part of Lot 3, RCP 816, Pickering, being Part 2, Plan
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40R-30470, from Giuseppe Torcivia and GHR Investment Corporation for
the purchase price of $141,250.00, plus applicable HST;
2.That the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor be authorized to
execute a Transfer of the said real property, as well as any other
documents, instruments and agreements as may be necessary to give
effect to the Transfer;
3.That Council authorize the Directory, Finance & Treasurer to finance the
total net project cost of $143,736.00 as follows:
a)the sum of $57,351.00 to be funded from the Land Acquisition
Reserve;
b)the sum of $86,385.00 to be funded from the Rate Stabilization
Reserve; and,
4.That appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the
actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Carried
Carried 14.3 Confidential Memorandum from the Director, City Development & CBO, and
Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor
Re: Appeal by Brock Road Duffins Forest Inc. of Council’s refusal to pass an
Official Plan Amendment,
Zoning By-law Amendment & Draft Plan of Subdivision and failure to make a
decision on a Site Plan Application
Property Address: 2055 Brock Road
City Files: OPA 20-001/P; A 05/20; SP-2020-01; S07/23
OLT File: OLT-23-000498
Resolution #242/23
Moved by Councillor Brenner
Seconded by Councillor Nagy
That the City respond to the appeal of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA
20-001/P, Zoning By-Law Amendment Application A 05/20, Draft Plan of
Subdivision Application SP-2020-01 and Site Plan Application S 07/23 by Brock
Road Duffins Forest Inc., and that staff be directed to retain such external legal,
planning and other consulting resources, including a transportation engineer, as
are required to defend the decision of Council in this matter at the Ontario Land
Tribunal.
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15.Other Business
15.1 Councillor Butt gave Notice of a Motion that he would be bringing forward
regarding sole sourcing of arts in City facilities.
15.2 Councillor Nagy gave Notice of a Motion that she would be bringing forward
regarding vacant home and land lot tax.
15.3 Councillor Brenner gave Notice of a Motion that he would be bringing forward
regarding Post Manor.
15.4 Councillor Brenner gave Notice of a Motion that he would be bringing forward
regarding entering into discussions with Durham Region on providing services for
cutting grass on Regional roads abutting City roadways.
15.5 Councillor Brenner gave Notice of a Motion that he would be bringing forward
regarding Linton house.
15.6 Councillor Brenner requested an update from staff regarding the status of the
Miller waste facility, request for expansion, and the impact of the previous Council
decision on the matter.
15.7 Councillor Cook congratulated the Special Olympics athletes in the Durham
Region who returned from the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin.
16.Confirmation By-law
By-law Number 8029/23
Councillor Nagy, seconded by Councillor Cook moved for leave to introduce a By-law of
the City of Pickering to confirm the proceedings of June 26, 2023.
Carried
17.Adjournment
Moved by Councillor Butt
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That the meeting be adjourned.
Carried
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The meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
Dated this 26th of June, 2023.
Original Signed By
Susan Cassel, City Clerk
Original Signed By
Kevin Ashe, Mayor