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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/25/1993 1/93 1 PLANNING COlflfITTEE IfEETING lfINUTES ~ THURSDAY, lfARCH 25, 1993 - 7:00 P.lf. PRESENT: Mayor W. Arthurs COUNCILLORS : M. Brenner E. Higdon - (arrived at 9:40 p.m.) R. Johnson - Chairman E. Pistritto D. Wellman ALSO PRESENT: '- N. Carroll T. Melymuk C. Rose D. Kearns - Director of Planning - Deputy Director of Planning - Manager, Policy Division - Co-ordinator of Council Services ABSENT: Councillor Van Kempen - (on vacation) (I) ADOPTION OF lfINUTES Regular Meeting of September 17, 1993. (II) lfATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION '-" 1. PICKERING DISTRICT PLAN REVIEW CURRENT STATUS RELEASE OF BACK GROUNDER NUMBER ONE FILE NUMBER - B 1000 In Planning Report No. 5/93, it is recommended that an update on the status of the Pickering District Plan Review and releasing Backgrounder Number One "Emerging Planning Issues and Priorities in the Town of Pickering" be received. Approved See Recommendation #1 " Bob Mitchell, 572 Stonebridge Lane stated that the Planning Backgrounder No. 1 is a significant document but has the potential of being redundant if plans continue to be approved that are not within this document. He also stated that development is being planned in rural villages which are contrary to what the Planning document states. 1/93 2 '-' Cornelis Van Der Vecht, 3965 Kinsale Rd. stated his concern with the lack of basic service in the rural area such as water and requested that this be made a top priority. Len Brown, 1995 Bowler Drive stated his pleasure with the report and its direction. He commented on the sensitivity in the report to neighbourhoods, transportation and emergency vehicles. His one concern is for the Dunbarton/Fairport application which he feels is not good for the plan. Richard Ward commented on Area #14, north of the Hydro Lines and stated that he will do whatever is necessary to prevent residential use coming into this area. Brent Jenkinson, 1924 Malden Avenue stated that employment should be created rather than residential development and suggested looking at another aspect then only residential. "-' Terry Nuspl, 140 Woodview Drive stated her objection to the proposed plaza at the corner of Altona Road and Twyn Rivers Drive. She advised that this plaza would be between two schools with over 1,000 children which creates the potential for accidents. She pointed out discrepancies in the Plan with respect to specific properties being discussed within one Area but actually are in another Area. She also stated her objection to the encouragement of small businesses within urban neighbourhoods. Ron Palace, 255 Concession 3 wished to commend everyone involved in preparing report. He also agreed with the previous comments concerning the approval of development before the plan is completed. He requested that councillors work together to bring this about. Charles Gerditschke, 895 Baylawn Drive stated his concern regarding the opening up of Baylawn Drive to Whites Road. '-" Derek Jackson, 302 Sheppard Avenue requested that the trails outlined in the report be for both walking and biking. He stated his concern with the proposal for a plaza at Sheppard Avenue and Altona Road, outlining the possible problems with respect to children leaving the school grounds and frequenting the stores, a hangout for the older children, an influx of traffic, garbage, cars being parked on the road due to the size of the lot and the potential for children being involved in accidents. He also stated that the principals at both schools are opposed to this development. Lillian Chin Mason, Real Estate Broker stated her difficulties with clients inability to close deals due to the lack of specific dates being set out for completion of the plan. '-' David Reid, 1415 Rosebank Road stated that the Backgrounder was refreshing to read and user friendly. He is concerned that applicants may have difficulty understanding the wording in the report. '-" '-" ,... fIII J Dated '" 1/93 3 Michael Bridge, 695 Rougemount Drive remarked on the inconsistencies in the document, pointing out that it fails to mention the townhouses in his area. He asked for consideration to be given to a tot lot in his neighbourhood. Don Bennett, Old Brock Road was pleased to see that rural planning is to be done in the rural area, commenting that all hamlets and villages are unique and different and a blanket policy covering rural hamlets and rural areas would not be appropriate. He suggested working with rural associations and hamlets so that these areas have a voice in the Planning Policy. He stated that each hamlet should be consulted not the area as a whole. Dan Murphy, 895 Baylawn Drive stated his concern with planning continuing despite the Official Plan. He stated his objection to Baylawn Drive being opened up to Whites Road. Peter Laumer, 862 Modlin Road commented on the trails being outlined in the report but no mention of the transportation corridors. Rob Lennox, 3880 Kinsale Road encouraged the Planning Department to turn the report into something concrete as soon as possible. He stated that he owns land which he has had an application in for a number of years for development but needs the plan in place before approval. He also commented on the services in the rural areas being adequate and that it would be too expensive to provide more. Sylvia Spencer stated her basic satisfaction with the report and her agreement with businesses being allowed to work within the residential area. She stated the need for complimentary and supportive services in her area such as roller skating. She also agreed with the preservation of historical buildings. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. ./(/ //'/?- ( L J-- Chairman / TOWN OF PICKERING '-' That the Planning Committee of the Town of Pickering having met on March 25, 1993, presents its first report to Council and recommends: 1. PICKERING DISTRICT PLAN REVIEW CURRENT STATUS RELEASE OF BACKGROUNDER NUMBER ONE FILE NUMBER - B 1000 1. That Town Council receive for information Planning Report No. 5/93 providing an update on the status of the Pickering District Plan Review and releasing Backgrounder Number One "Emerging Planning Issues and Priorities in the Town of Pickering" prepared by the Town of Pickering Planning Department, dated March 1993 (Backgrounder to be distributed under separate cover); and 2. That all interested individuals, landowners, business persons, agencies, and organizations be invited to Backgrounder Number One. residents, departments comment on '-" '-' '-,