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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOctober 15, 2007 City 00 _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 I 8CKEWNG 7:30 PM Council Chambers PRESENT: Mayor David Ryan COUNCILLORS: D. Dickerson R. Johnson B. Littley B. McLean J. O'Connell D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT: T. J. Quinn - Chief Administrative Officer E. Buntsma - Director, Operations & Emergency Services N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development T. Melymuk - Director, Office of Sustainability G. Paterson - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer A. Allison - City Solicitor D. Bentley - City Clerk D. Shields - Deputy Clerk (1) INVOCATION Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation. (II) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST 1. Councillor McLean made a declaration of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with respect to Item b) of the In Camera Special Meeting minutes dated October 9, 2007, with respect to a confidential memorandum dated October 2, 2007 from the City Solicitor to the Chief Administrative Officer with respect to the City Position respecting OMB appeal of P/CA 43/07, S.R. R Bay Ridges Ltd., as he had a financial interest in the matter. Councillor McLean did not take part in the discussion or vote on the matter. • 1 City 00 _ Council Meeting Minutes Ain Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 2. Councillor Johnson made a declaration of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act with respect to the Notice of Motion regarding the Reimbursement of Legal Fees as he felt the decision regarding this motion would have a direct impact on a possible legal matter he could have in the future. Councillor Johnson did not take part in the discussion or vote on the matter. (III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Councillor Littley Seconded by Councillor Johnson Council Meeting Minutes September 17, 2007 Special Council Meeting Minutes October 1, 2007 In Camera Council Minutes, October 1, 2007 Planning & Development Committee Minutes October 1, 2007 Special Council Meeting Minutes October 9, 2007 In Camera Council Minutes, October 9, 2007 Executive Committee Minutes, October 9, 2007 CARRIED (IV) PRESENTATIONS 1. Ontario EcoSchool Certification Judy Gould, Waste and Energy Officer Durham District School Board Rosebank Road Pubic School Dunbarton High School Mayor Ryan and Judy Gould, Waste and Energy Officer, Durham District School Board congratulated Rosebank Road Public School and Dunbarton High School on obtaining the Ontario EcoSchool Certification status. In order for the schools to obtain EcoSchool status they must have programs in place that teach students to reduce waste and save energy and the schools must also incorporate these initiatives into the school on a daily basis. 2. Communities in Bloom Wrap up Event Mayor Ryan and Council congratulated the Communities in Bloom Advisory Committee and City of Pickering staff on the great success of the Communities in Bloom programs first year. Mayor Ryan noted that the City of Pickering achieved a 5 Bloom rating and was a winner of the Environmental Awareness Award. 2 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers V) DELEGATIONS 1. Paul Savel, Chair Pickering Public Library Board Update on Board Initiatives Paul Savel, Chair, Pickering Public Library Board appeared before Council and gave a power point presentation on the Board's initiatives and the 4 year service plan for the Pickering Public Library. 2. Glenn Rainbird, Chair Veridian Corporation Michael Angemeer, P. Eng., President and CEO, Veridian Corporation Re: Update on Veridian Corporation Glenn Rainbird, Chair, Veridian Corporation and Michael Angemeer, President and CEO, Veridian Corporation, appeared before Council to provide Council and Pickering residents an update on the Corporation and the energy business. 3. Kim Gavine - Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation Re: Report on A Foundation for Success On the Oak Ridges Moraine Kim Gavine, Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation, appeared before Council to give a power point presentation on who the Foundation is and what the Foundations initiatives were for success on the Oak Ridges Moraine. 4. Dave Bourgeois, Treasurer Mary Dunlop, Executive Director Durham Youth Housing and Support Services Dave Bourgeois, Treasurer and Mary Dunlop, Executive Director of the Durham Youth Housing and Support Services appeared before Council to give a power point presentation on their program, and an overview of the work completed to date, the 2007 initiatives and raise awareness on the need for youth housing and support services in Durham Region. 3 Ctaf o~ _ Council Meeting Minutes a_,4 Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 5. Eric M. Wolfman Re: Reimbursement of Legal Fees - Maurice Brenner Mr. Wolfman, a Pickering resident appeared before Council in opposition to the City reimbursing Maurice Brenner's legal fees. He noted that he felt this decision could set a precedent, felt the legal fees invoice was very high and wondered if Council had a legal right to make a motion to use taxpayers money for this reason. 6. Keith Bannon Glaholt LLP, Barristers & Solicitors On behalf of the owners of 1482 & 1478 Altona Road Re: Planning & Development Report PD 23-07 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 34/05 Altridge Properties Inc. S Keith Bannon a representative on behalf of the owners of 1482 & 1478 Altona Road appeared before Council in opposition to zoning by-law amendment application A34/05. Mr. Bannon stated that his clients felt further development of the lands around his clients property would add to the water drainage problems they were experiencing now from previous development in the area. Mr. Bannon noted that they felt the development was not responsible growth development and that the application was premature. 7. Mr. D. Patrick McNeil Senior Vice President Nuclear Generation Development Ontario Power Generation Re: Darlington B Environmental Assessment Mr. McNeil, Senior Vice President, Nuclear Generation Development, OPG, appeared before Council to provide an update them on the Darlington B Environmental Assessment and the Pickering B. Refurbishment. Mr. McNeil noted that OPG continues to inform residents and stakeholders through workshops, open houses, mailings and print ads. He also noted that the City of Pickering would be included in all public consultations for the Darlington B Environmental Assessment. 4 Citq Council Meeting Minutes 9ruR I- PICKE • Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers (VI) CORRESPONDENCE 1. CORR. 51-07 P.M. MADILL, REGIONAL CLERK REGION OF DURHAM 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, ON L1 N 6A3 Resolution #198/07 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor McLean That CORR. 51-07 from P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of Durham requesting that the City of Pickering endorse the nomination of Mr. John Presta. to the Credit Valley/Toronto/Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Committee, S (CTC), be endorsed. CARRIED 2. CORR. 52-07 SID RYAN, PRESIDENT CUPE ONTARIO 305 Milner Ave., Suite 801 Scarborough, ON M12B 3V4 Resolution #199/07 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor McLean That CORR. 52-07 from Sid Ryan, President, CUPE Ontario, requesting the City of Pickering endorse October 24, 2007 as Child Care Worker &Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day. CARRIED 3. CORR. 53-07 JO-ANNE ST. GODARD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR THE RECYCLING COUNCIL OF ONTARIO 5 Cis o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 P lCX E 7:30 PM Council Chambers Resolution #200/07 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor McLean That CORR. 53-07 from Jo-Anne St. Godard, Executive Director, The Recycling Council of Ontario, requesting the week off October 15 - 21, 2007 be proclaimed "Waste Reduction Week in Canada". CARRIED (VII) COMMITTEE REPORTS a) REPORT PD 2007-05 OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 24-07 • Liverpool Finch Developers Inc. Plan of Subdivision 40M-1447 Blanche Construction Limited - Plan of Subdivision 40M-1450 Claremont Estates Ontario Inc. Plan of Subdivision 40M-1482 Final Assumption of Plans of Subdivision COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD. 24-07 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the Assumption of Plans 40M-1447, 40M-1450 and 40M-1482, be received; 2. That the highway being Anton Square within Plan 40M-1447 be assumed for public use; 3. That the highways being Forestview Drive, Lawson Street and Starview Court within Plan 40M-1450 be assumed for public use; 4. That the highway being William Street within Plan 40M-1482 be assumed -for public use; 6 call .4 _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 5. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreements relating to Plans 40M-1447, 40M-1450 and 40M-1482, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except from Blocks 80, 83, 84, 85, 88, 89, the remainder of Block 87 being Parts 2 to 5, Plan 40R-10194, Plan 40M- 1447; Blocks 47, 48 and-49, Plan 40M-1450 and Block 24, Plan 40M- 1482; and 6. That the Subdivision Agreements and any amendments thereto relating to Plans 40M-1447, 40M-1450 and 40M-1482, be released and removed from title. 3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 27-07 Norvalley Homes Ltd. Plan of Subdivision 40M-2068 Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 27-07 of the Director,, Planning & Development regarding the Assumption of Plan 40M-2068, be received; 2. That the highways being Rockwood Drive and Prohill Street within Plan 40M-2068 be assumed for public use, 3. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreement relating to Plan 40M-2068, which are constructed, installed or located on lands dedicated to, or owned by the City, or on lands lying immediately adjacent thereto, including lands that are subject to easements transferred to the City, be accepted and assumed for maintenance, save and except from Block 27 and Block 28 except from Part 3, Plan 40R-21447, Plan 40M-2068; 4. That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-2068, be released and removed from title; and 5. That Council enact a By-law to dedicate Blocks 25 and 26, Plan 40M-2068 as public highway. 7. City Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 4. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 29-07 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 3/07 BMC Bayly Park Inc. 1400, 1410 & 1420 Bayly Street Part of Lots 21 & 22, Concession 1 (Part 1, 40R-12889), City of Pickering COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 3/07 be approved to broaden the range of permitted uses for the subject property to include a . brew-on-premises establishment, a convenience store, a financial institution, personal service shop, professional offices and limited retail stores on lands being Part of Lots 21 & 22, Concession 1, Part 1, 40R- 12889; and 2. Further, that the zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 3/07, as set out in Appendix Ill to Report PD 29-07, be forwarded to City Council for enactment. 5. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 30-07 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 2/07 Doumouras Properties Ltd. 1010 Brock Road Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 (Part 1, 40R-21855), City of Pickering COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 2/07 be approved to amend the permitted uses for the subject property to include a financial institution, convenience store, personal service shop, professional office and limited sales outlets, on lands being Part of Lot 19, Concession 1, Part 1, 40R- 21855; and, 2. Further, that the zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 2/07, as set out in Appendix II to Report PD 30-07, be forwarded to City Council for enactment. Resolution #201/07 8 I City Council Meeting Minutes PICKE ~ Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That the Report of the Planning Committee PD 2007-05, dated October 1, 2007, be adopted, save and except Item 1. CARRIED 1. Planning , Planning & Development, Report PD 23-07 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 34/05 Altridge Properties Inc. 1482 - 1484 Altona Road & 1490 - 1498 Altona Road Part of Lot 33, B.F.C Range 3, (40R-9096, Part 5 & 40M-1515, Blocks 85 & 86) Part of Lot 33, B.F.C Range 3, (40R-5045, Part 1), City of Pickering Brief discussion ensured on this matter. Resolution #202/07 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded .by Councillor Dickerson Jr. That Draft Plan of Subdivision S-P-2005-03 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 34/05 be approved to permit the development of residential lots for 10 detached dwelling units as generally shown in the form identified on Attachment #4 to Planning & Development Report # PD 23-07. 2. That the Director, Planning & Development establish appropriate conditions of draft approval to implement the plan of subdivision, and that the conditions include but are not limited to; a) a walkway connection provided from Street `A' and Richardson Street to the abutting St. Monica's Catholic School site; b) an enhanced public amenity area provided on the City boulevard, to the satisfaction of the City, at the intersection of Altona Road and Twyn Rivers Drive- to mitigate the reverse lot condition in this location; c) minimum lot frontages of 12.0 metres for all residential lots; d) satisfactory arrangements for the incorporation of the City owned lands into the plan of subdivision. 9 Council Meeting Minutes • -Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 3. That staff prepare an implementing zoning by-law which establishes the appropriate performance standards for the plan of subdivision, including a minimum lot frontage requirement of 12.0 metres, and that the By-law be brought back to Council for consideration and approval; and 4. Further, that the CAD's office review the disposal of the City owned lands comprising the western part of the plan of subdivision (described generally as Part of Blocks 84, 94, 9,5 and Block 90, Plan 40M-1515) for incorporation into the plan of subdivision, and that a report be brought back to Council with the terms and conditions of the transfer in accordance with City procedure. CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE YES NO Councillor Dickerson Councillor Johnson Councillor Littley Councillor Pickles Councillor McLean Councillor O'Connell Mayor Ryan b) REPORT EC 2007-10 OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 1. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 37-07 E 9-1-1 P.E.R.S. Updated Telephone System Policy and Procedure Manual COUNCIL DECISION 1. That the Report from the Finance and Administration Committee of Regional Council held on June 20, 2007 be received; 2. That the updated agreement for.the E9-1-1 P.E.R.S. Telephone System Policy and Procedure be approved; 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the agreement; and 4. That the approved and signed agreement be returned to Durham Regional Council with a copy of this Council Resolution. 10 City vo Council Meeting Minutes I Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 2. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 42-07 Pickering Soccer Club Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant Application Requirement COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report OES 42-07 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding a Pickering Soccer Club Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant Application be received; .2. That Council acknowledges to the Ontario Trillium Foundation that the .Pickering Soccer Club project to upgrade an existing soccer pitch with artificial turf, will be permitted to remain at Kinsmen Park for a period of ten (10) years; and 3. That in the event a sublicence agreement is. required by the Trillium Foundation, Council approve a new sublicence agreement between the City of Pickering and the Pickering Soccer Club that is in the form and substance acceptable to the Director, Operations & Emergency Services and City Solicitor. 3. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 36-07 Changes to Responsible Pet Ownership By-law Update to Fees & Changes By-law COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report CS 36-07 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, be received; 2. That By-law No. 6693/06, being the Responsible Pet Ownership by-law, be repealed and a new Responsible Pet Ownership by-law be adopted to reflect housekeeping changes; and 3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given the authority to give effect thereto. 4. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 38-07 Tangible Capital Assets PSAB 3150 Regulations and City's Sustainable Infrastructure Asset Management Program COUNCIL DECISION 11 Citq oo Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 1. That Report CS 38-07 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer regarding Tangible Capital Assets PSAB 3150 Regulations and City's Sustainable Infrastructure Asset Management Program be received for. information; and 2. That Council approve in principle the capital asset definition for vehicles and equipment - as a tangible asset with a life expectancy of at least two years and the purchased or donated value must be at least $5,000.00. 5. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 43-07 Investment Portfolio Activity for the Year Ended December 31, 2006 COUNCIL DECISION That Report CS 43-07 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received for information. 6. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 44-07 Final Approval for Financing of Council Approved Capital Projects - Internal Loans and External Borrowing Throuqh the Issuance of Debentures COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report CS 44-07 from the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be approved; 2. That Council approve the internal loans of up to $597,000 to be borrowed from the Development Charges Reserve Funds based on the purposes, terms conditions as specified in Attachment 1 and furthermore, that the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized and directed to take whatever actions necessary, including the recommendations below, to give effect thereto; and, 3. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to: a) undertake long term financing through the issuance of debentures through the Regional Municipality of Durham up to a maximum amount of $2,070,000 for the projects listed on Attachment 2 in the indicated amounts, for the following terms; 12 City o0 Council Meeting Minutes , PICKERING Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers Terms Amount 5-Year $ 210,000 10-Year 980,000 15-Year 880,000 Total $ 2,070,000 b) undertake the financing of any projects or portions thereof that cannot be accommodated through the foregoing through internal loans or a financial institution offering long term financing under similar terms and conditions; c) finance any capital expenditures currently financed through internal loans, should the need for funds arise, through the Regional Municipality of Durham or through a financial institution; d) make any changes, adjustments, and revisions to amounts, terms and conditions or any other actions necessary in order to effect the above directions of Council; 4. That the costs of undertaking the financing, currently estimated at up to approximately $20,000, be charged to the 2007 Current Budget, General Government Loan Repayment; 5. That the estimated annual repayment costs of principal and interest for both internal loans and external debentures amounting to approximately $369,000 be included in the 2008 Current Budget and thereafter until the loan is repaid; 6. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be directed and authorized to finance any capital projects, the financing for which is not specifically approved by Council, through the issuance of debentures or long term financing arrangements, through the Regional Municipality of Durham, a financial institution, internal loans or whatever means necessary at the discretion of the Treasurer; 7. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to engage the services of any individual or firm, legal or otherwise, necessary to assist in the preparation of documentation, completion of an undertaking and any other aspects in regards to the financing of capital projects; 8. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to apply any excess proceeds raised to other capital projects for which long-term financing is required, as is permitted under the Municipal Act, 2001; 13 Cal o Council Meeting Minutes PICKEMG, Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 9. That the attached draft by-laws, providing for the authorization for the issuance of debentures, be enacted; and, 10. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authority to give effect thereto. 7. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 45-07 Tender/Contract Approval Councils' Summer Recess COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report CS 45-07. regarding tendering and contract approvals during Councils' Summer Recess be received; and 2. Council pass a resolution ratifying the approval of the Tenders and Contracts by the Chief Administrative Officer contained in this Report during Council's summer recess being Tender No. T-1-2006, Cleaning Services, Tender No. T-4-2007 David Farr Park Dam Removal Project and Request for Proposal No. RFP-2-2007 Health & Safety Consultant Service, Standard Operating Procedures. Resolution #203/07 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the Report of the Executive Committee EC 2007-10, dated October 8, 2007, be adopted. CARRIED (VIII) NOTICES OF MOTION 1. Zero Tolerance Policy A brief question and answer period ensued with respect to clarification on wording within the draft policy. Resolution #204/07 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Dickerson 14 Crtyoo _ Council Meeting Minutes PICKE Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers WHEREAS The City of Pickering strives to provide a safe and positive atmosphere in all of our programs, services and facilities, our goal is to encourage children and adults who participate to learn teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play. WHEREAS all patrons, staff, volunteers and spectators have the right to enjoy a safe environment. All have the responsibility to be accountable for actions and behaviours that put the safety and enjoyment of others at risk. WHEREAS The City of Pickering will not tolerate violence or vandalism in its programs, facilities or properties and will take appropriate action where necessary to deal with these incidents. WHEREAS The City of Pickering strives to enhance the quality of life for the people who live, work, play and visit Pickering. This is achieved, in part, by encouraging active healthy lifestyles through the provision of high quality • recreational and cultural opportunities. WHEREAS The City of Pickering recognizes the importance of sport and recreation in the community, sport is a key ingredient in the development of a healthy mind, body and soul. WHEREAS The City will ensure the most supportive climate possible for Pickering youth, so that they can enjoy their sport, and learn about competition, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. WHEREAS as with many Ontario communities, many of Pickering's community- based programs are managed and operated by volunteers. These community- minded citizens contribute greatly to the quality of life in Pickering. The City is committed to ensuring that they too; have the ability to volunteer in a safe and positive environment. WHEREAS It is critical that the City of Pickering do all things necessary to ensure that preventative measures are in place so that incidents of violent or inappropriate behaviour do not occur in its recreational properties and facilities. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Zero Tolerance Policy applies to all staff and users of City of Pickering programs, facilities and properties including but not limited to patrons, guests, spectators, fans, coaches, players, parents, volunteers and staff. It covers structured (i.e. permit issued) and unstructured (i.e. no permit issued) activities. No form of vandalism or violence is acceptable on any City of Pickering property or facility. 15 caq Council Meeting Minutes CKEWNG Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ON A RECORDED VOTE YES NO Councillor Dickerson Councillor Johnson Councillor Littley Councillor McLean Councillor O'Connell Councillor Pickles Mayor Ryan 2. Request of Maurice Brenner Reimbursement of Legal Fees Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to extend the 10 minute time limit for speaking on the motion. CARRIED ON A 2/3 MAJORITY VOTE Resolution #205/07 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the Council of the City of Pickering hereby authorize the reimbursement of legal fees in the amount of $49,662.96, payable to lain J. Donnell, Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries Public, as per the request of Maurice Brenner dated July 9, 2007; and, That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. MOTION DEFERRED (See Following Motion) 16 City o~ _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers Resolution #206/07 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That Council defer the matter of the reimbursement of Maurice Brenner's legal fees to the November 19th Council Meeting in order to obtain advice from staff regarding insurance coverage and an external legal opinion regarding liability issues in relation to this matter. CARRIED 3. Seaton Development Resolution #207/07 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Littley WHEREAS the Central Pickering Development Plan establishes a comprehensive vision for a sustainable urban community in Seaton of up to 70,000 people and 35,000 jobs; AND WHEREAS that vision includes the provision of high-quality employment opportunities along the Highway 407 Corridor; AND WHEREAS Pickering Council has made repeated requests for the early servicing of the Highway 407 employment lands so that jobs can be provided from the outset of the development of Seaton; AND WHEREAS Hemson Consulting has completed an Employment Lands Study for the Highway 407 Corridor that provides valuable input with respect to employment opportunities within this Corridor; AND WHEREAS the Oak Ridges Moraine / Seaton land exchange is now completed, which will allow for, the development of the residentially designated lands in Seaton; AND WHEREAS the Province still retains ownership of the employment lands . within the Highway 407 Corridor; 17 Cityoo Council Meeting Minutes. • P"I Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby advises: That no residential building permits will be issued north of Taunton Road in Seaton until the Province of Ontario disposes of at least 50 percent of its employment lands along the Highway 407 Corridor for employment purposes consistent with the recommendations of the Hemson Study; and .That for lands north of Taunton Road, residential permits in Seaton shall only be released on the basis of one dwelling unit for every 45 sq. m. (500 sq. ft.) of industrial or commercial floor area developed. CARRIED 4. Henry Major House Resolution #208/07 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pickles WHEREAS the McNaughton family, who live at the Henry Major House property - 615 Whitevale Road, advise that they are facing impending eviction, potentially placing the Henry Major House in immediate jeopardy; and WHEREAS the Henry Major House is more than one hundred and fifty years old and represents an important piece of Pickering heritage and is located within the Whitevale Heritage Conservation District ; and WHEREAS the provincial government has responsibility' as a landowner to help preserve and protect local heritage on its property; and NOW THEREFORE, the Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby requests that the Ontario Realty Corporation commit immediately to repair and maintain occupancy of the Henry Major House in order to protect and preserve it as one of the most important heritage sites in the Whitevale Heritage Conservation District; and THAT this motion be circulated to Wayne Arthurs, MPP, Pickering-Scarborough • East, David H. Glass, President and Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Realty Corporation and President, Del Property Management. CARRIED 18 i Cif Council Meeting Minutes Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers (IX) BY-LAWS 6795/07 Being a by-law to dedicate that part of Block 32, Plan 40M-1987, Pickering, designated as Part 3, Plan 40R-25049, as public highway (Helm Street) 6800/07 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing parking restrictions on private property. 6801/07 Being a by-law to appoint Richard Gallant, Jennifer Hayden, Dave Hutchison, Kevin NarrawaY, Amanda Smith, Brad Suckling, Veronica Windover and Brian Young as Municipal Law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing the by-laws of the Corporation of the City of Pickering. 6802/07 By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 2188/86, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, • Region of Durham, on Part of Lot 21 & 22, Concession 1 (Part 1 & 2, 40R- 6033 & Part 1, 40R-21889), in the City of Pickering (A 03/07) 6803/07 By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 2511, as amended by By-law 929/78, 1201/80 and 1444/82, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, on Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 (Part 1, 40R-21855), in the City of Pickering. (A 2/07) 6804/07 By-law to confirm the authorization of the issuance of debentures in the amount of $210,000 for the supply and delivery of a 5 Ton Dump Truck with snow plow and wing in the City of Pickering. 6805/07 By-law to confirm the authorization of the issuance of debentures in the amount of $124,000 for the Storingon Pedestrian Bridge Replacement, Pine Creek in the City of Pickering. 6806/07 By-law to confirm the authorization of the issuance of debentures in the amount of $615,000 for the Bulmer Bridge and Reesor Bridge Rehabilitation in the City of Pickering. 6807/07 By-law to confirm the authorization of the issuance of debentures in the amount of $241,000 for the Old Brock Road, Claremont Road i Reconstruction in the City of Pickering. 19 ear _ Council Meeting Minutes FICKE Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers 6808/07 By-law to confirm the authorization of the issuance of debentures in the amount of $880,000 for the Sheppard Avenue, Reinforced Soil System in the City of Pickering. 6809/07 Being a By-law to amend Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 6778/07, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, on Part of Lot 23 and 24, Concession 1, in the City of Pickering. (A 06/07) 6810/07 Being a by-law to dedicate Blocks 25 and 26, Plan 40M-2066, Pickering as public highway. 6811/07 Being a By-law for Responsible Pet Ownership. THIRD READING: Councillor Pickles, seconded by Councillor O'Connell, moved that By-law Numbers 6795/07 and 6800/07 to 6811/07, be adopted, and the said by-laws be now read a third time and passed and that the Mayor and Clerk sign the same and the seal of the Corporation be affixed thereto. CARRIED (X) OTHER BUSINESS 1. Councillor McLean requested clarification on what Councillor's could use the News Advertiser Community Page for. The Chief Administrative Officer provided a copy of the Community Page Guidelines to all members of Council. 2. Councillor Dickerson requested information on the Capital Works status of Liverpool Road regarding banners and street decorations. (XI) CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS 1. In Camera Meeting of Council In accordance with the In Camera provisions of the Municipal Act, a meeting was held prior to the regularly scheduled meeting. The purposes of the In Camera • meeting were to deal with advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose and. labour relations or employee negotiations. Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. 20 Citq 'q _ Council Meeting Minutes PI.CKE Monday, October 15, 2007 7:30 PM Council Chambers a) Verbal Update from the Chief Administrative Officer and the Coordinator, City Development with respect to the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant Expansion Proiect Council was provided with a verbal confidential briefing on this matter. Resolution # 209/07 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Littley That the confidential recommendation as contained in the In Camera Minutes of October, 15, 2007 be adopted. CARRIED b) Verbal Update from the Chief Administrative Officer with respect to • Fire Services Council was provided with a verbal confidential briefing on this matter. (XII) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW By-law Number 6812/07 Councillor Johnson, seconded by Councillor Dickerson, moved for leave to, introduce a By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of the . Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering at its Regular Meeting of October 15, 2007. CARRIED (X111) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 11:50 pm. DATED this 15th day of October, 2007 MAYOR RYAN r f DEBI A. WILCOX CITY CLERK 21