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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 13, 2010 Council Meeting PI rKERIN Agenda Monday, December 13, 2010 Council Chambers 7:30 pm 6:30 PM IN CAMERA MEETING OF COUNCIL 1) INVOCATION Mayor Ryan will call the meeting to order and lead Council in the saying of the Invocation. II) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES PAGE In Camera Council Minutes, September 13, 2010 Under Separate Cover Council Minutes, September 13, 2010 1-27 Inaugural Council Minutes, December 6, 2010 28 - 29 IV) PRESENTATIONS V) DELEGATIONS VI) CORRESPONDENCE VII) COMMITTEE REPORTS VIII) REPORTS - NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS 30 - 60 IX) MOTIONS AND NOTICE OF MOTIONS X) BY-LAWS 61-64 XI) OTHER BUSINESS XII) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW Accessible For information related to accessibility requirements please contact PICKS N ~ Linda Roberts Phone: 905.420.4660 extension 2928 TTY: 905.420.1739 Email: Irobertsna.citvofr)ickerina.com FOR INFORMATION ONLY • Minutes of the Accessibility Advisory Committee, May 26, September 22 and November 3, 2010 • Minutes of the Waterfront Coordinating Committee, August 19, 2010 • Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment, September 1, 22 and October 13, 2010 • Minutes. of the Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity, September 9, 2010 i Cif Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKEFX\IG 7:30 PM Council Chambers PRESENT: 0 Mayor David Ryan COUNCILLORS: D. Dickerson R. Johnson B. Littley B. McLean J. O'Connell D. Pickles ALSO PRESENT: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer E. Bunstma - Director, Operations & Emergency Services N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development T. Melymuk - Director, Office of Sustainability G. Paterson - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer S. Reynolds - Division Head, Culture & Recreation D. Shields - City Clerk K. Senior - Manager, Accounting Services M. Carpino - Supervisor, Culture & Recreation T. Ryce - Marketing, Promotions/Graphic Designer L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator (1) INVOCATION Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation. (11) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST No disclosures of interest were noted. (III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Resolution #140/10 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Littley 1 caq Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKE 7:30 PM 02 Council Chambers In Camera Council Minutes, July 12, 2010 Council Minutes, July 12, 2010 Special In Camera Council Minutes, September 7, 2010 Special Council Meeting Minutes, September 7, 2010 Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee Minutes, September 7, 2010 CARRIED (IV) PRESENTATIONS 1. Presentation of Plaque from Evelyn Smith, Past President Pickering Rotary Club Evelyn Smith, Past President, Pickering Rotary Club presented Mayor Ryan and Members of Council with a plaque in recognition of their appreciation for all the support received for the annual Ribfest event. (V) DELEGATIONS 1. Paula Jesty Deloitte & Touche Re: Report CS 32-10 2009 Year End Audit Paula Jesty, Deloitte & Touche appeared before Council to present the 2009 Year End Audit Report. She explained the reporting requirements and commented on the audit findings and noted she would be available to answer any-questions. A question and answer period ensued with Paula Jesty and the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer providing clarification as required. Resolution # 141/10 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Littley That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to change the order of business to allow the introduction of Report CS 32-10 to be dealt with. CARRIED ON A 2/3 MAJORITY VOTE 2 Cus Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKF 7:30 PM Council Chambers 03 Resolution # 142/10 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean That Report CS 32-10 be introduced. CARRIED 1. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 32-10 2009 Year End Audit Discussion ensued with respect to the surplus and how much of the tax levy was designated for legal action. Councillor O'Connell requested clarification on the details of the legal action fees from both the 2009 and 2010 budgets as well as the amount spent to date. The Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer will provide these details within the next 10 - 14 days. Resolution #143/10 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Report CS 32-10 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That the Audit Results Report, including the auditor's independence letter and management letter, as submitted by Deloitte & Touche LLP be received for information; and, 3. That the 2009 draft Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the City of Pickering be approved. CARRIED 2. a) Terry Dorgan b) Garth Cochrane c) John Mutton Re: Fair Wage Policy, Report CS 30-10 3 City Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 04 Terry Dorgan appeared before Council in opposition to Report CS 30-10 of the Director; Corporate Services & Treasurer with respect to Fair Wage Policy. He indicated that while he respects staff's opinion, he noted some discrepancies in the report, stating there was some confusion as to who had been contacted. He questioned why the municipalities in Durham Region were not contacted and why the cost savings were not indicated. Mr Dorgan requested clarification on the referral of the report in respect to the timetable and criteria to be answered in the future. He indicated that while some progress was being made, there was still additional information required. He noted he would be available at any.time to take part in discussions relating to the Fair Wage Policy. A question and answer period ensued with a date of early January 2011 being proposed for continued discussions on this matter. 3. Stephen Reynolds, Division Head, Culture & Recreation Re: City of Pickering Bicentennial Celebration Update Stephen Reynolds, Division Head, Culture and Recreation appeared before Council to provide an update on the progress made to date for the City of Pickering Bicentennial celebrations. Through the aid of a power point presentation, Tanya Ryce, Marketing, Promotions/Graphic Designer provided background information, program details and plans, events and future applications and noted that sponsorships to date has reached $87,000.00. A question and answer period ensued with clarification being provided on the inclusion of many other clubs and organizations not noted in the presentation that would be participating in various ways throughout the entire year. 4. Peter Rodrigues Re: York Sewer Settlement Peter Rodrigues appeared before Council expressing his disappointment with the settlement process as well as the details of the settlement with respect to the York Sewer settlement. He also indicated that after speaking with the lawyers involved, he felt a judicial review was still viable and felt that Council had not acted in the best interests of the citizens. A question and answer period ensued. 4 Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKERIN 7:30 PM Council Chambers 0 5 (VI) CORRESPONDENCE 1. CORR. 58-10 MEGAN CRAMER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL DURHAM 134 Commercial Avenue Ajax, ON L1 S 2H5 Resolution #144/10 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 58-10 from Megan Cramer, Community Development Assistant, Community Development Council Durham, requesting Council support the position of the Community Development Council Durham to maintain the mandatory long-form Census questionnaire form to avoid the negative impacts which would result from the proposed voluntary National Household Survey in the 2011 Canadian census by eliminating a vital source of reliable data be endorsed. CARRIED 2. CORR. 59-10 DENIS LEMELIN NATIONAL PRESIDENT CANADIAN UNION OF POSTAL WORKERS 377 rue Bank Street Ottawa, ON K2P 1Y3- . Resolution #145/10 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That CORR. 59-10 from Denis Lemelin, National President, Canadian Union of Postal Workers seeking Council support by encouraging Canada Post and the government to rethink its policies and practices by passing resolutions protesting service and job cuts at Canada Post, urging the government to consult with people to develop an improved Canadian postal service charter and supporting a socially responsible vision of Canada Post be received for information. 5 City o¢ _ Council Meeting Minutes .2 Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 06 CARRIED 3. CORR. 60-10 GARY CARR, REGIONAL CHAIR THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF HALTON 1151 Bronte Road Oakville, ON L6M 31_1 and HEATHER ASLING, LEGISLATIVE ADMINISTRATOR TOWN OF CALEDON 6311 Old Church Road Caledon, ON L7C 1J6 Resolution #146/10 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 60-10 from the Regional Municipality of Halton and the Town of Caledon seeking support for a motion with respect to a request for the Province to .cover all appeal costs to the Ontario Municipal Board for any OMB appeal hearings related to Regional and Local Official Plan Amendments passed pursuant to the Places to Grow Act when challenged to defend their decisions be endorsed. CARRIED 4. CORR. 61-10 SHEILA RISKE CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER DURHAM HOSPICE 209 Dundas St. East Lower Level Units 1 & 2 Whitby, ON L1 N 7H8 Resolution #147/10 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 61-10 from Sheila Riske, Client Services Manager, Durham Hospice seeking Council support of the maintenance of the current funding levels for Durham Hospice as well as supporting the Health System Improvement Pre-Proposal for funding the first Residential Hospice in Durham be endorsed. 6 City o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 07 CARRIED 5. CORR. 62-10 ANDREA D. FAY, CLERK TOWN OF MIDLAND 575 Dominion Avenue Midland, ON L4R 1 R2 Resolution #148/10 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Dickerson That CORR. 62-10 from Andrea D. Fay, Clerk, Town of Midland seeking support of a resolution passed at a meeting held June 2010 which recommends an amendment of the current legislation of the Residential Tenancies Act to change the period of occupancy from one to two years or to add a one year extension be endorsed. CARRIED 6. CORR. 63-10 FRANK SCARPITTI, MAYOR TOWN OF MARKHAM 101 Town Centre Boulevard Markham, ON L3R 9W3 Resolution #149/10 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That CORR. 63-10 from Frank Scarpitti, Mayor, Town of Markham, thanking the City of Pickering for their outstanding care in providing animal shelter services during their recent ring worm outbreak at OPSCA Newmarket be received for information. CARRIED 7. CORR. 64-10 a) LISA HARKER, COORDINATOR, RECORDS & ELECTIONS b) CUPE ONTARIO c) DURHAM REGION HEALTH DEPARTMENT d) FIRE CHIEF, CITY OF PICKERING e) ONTARIO MULTIFAITH COUNCIL ff CORRECTIONAL SERVICE CANADA 7 Cirs o¢~ _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKERNG 7:30 PM Council Chambers Og Resolution #150/10 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Johnson That CORR. 64-10 be received for information and the following proclamations be declared: a) October 17-23, 2010 - Local Government Week b) October 27, 2010 - Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day c) October, 2010 - Walk to School Month October 6, 2010 - International Walk to School Day d) October 3 - 9, 2010 - Fire Prevention Week e) October 17-23, 2010 - Spiritual and Religious Care Awareness Week f) November 14-21, 2010 -Restorative Justice Week CARRIED (VII) COMMITTEE REPORTS a) REPORT PD 2010-02 OF THE JOINT PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 1. Director, Planning & Development Report PD 27 -10 Zoning By-law Amendment - A 5/10 Chieftan Developments Inc. on behalf of Conseil scolaire de district du Centre-Sud-Quest 2265 Brock Road (Part of Lot 18, Concession 2, Part 3 40R-20062) City of Pickering COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 27-10 of the Director, Planning & Development be received; 2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 5/10 be approved to permit a school use with associated day nursery and to rezone valley lands to open space on lands being Part of Lot 18, Concession 2, Parts 2 and 3, 40R-20062; and 3. Further, that the zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 5/10, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 27-10, be forwarded to City Council for enactment. 8 City o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKER 7:30 PM Council Chambers 0 9 2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 28-10 Growth Strategy Program Pickering Official Plan Review COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 28-10 of the Director, Planning & Development respecting the status of the Pickering Growth Strategy Program, be received for information; and 2. Further, that Report PD 28-10 be forwarded to the Region of Durham and the Ministries of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and Energy and Infrastructure. 3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 29-10 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 19/09 Commercial Focus Advisory Services on behalf of 2143087 Ontario Ltd. 2055 Brock Road (Part of Lot 18, Concession 2) City of Pickering COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 29-10 of the Director, Planning & Development be received; 2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 19/09 be approved to permit the first phase of a mixed use development with an "(H)" Holding symbol on lands being Part of Lot 18, Concession 2; and 3. Further, that the zoning by-law to implement the first phase of Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 19/09, as set out in Appendix I to Report PD 29-10, be forwarded to City Council for enactment. 4. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 30-10 Cougs (Valleyfarm) Ltd. Plan of Subdivision 40M-2089 Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report PD 30-10 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the final assumption of the works and services within Plan of Subdivision 40M-2089 be received; 9 Ctrs o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICXE 7:30 PM 10 Council Chambers 2. That the highway being Avonmore Square within Plan 40M-2089 be assumed for public use; 3. That the works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Plan 40M-2089, 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 36, 39 to 49 and Lennox Lane; and 4. That the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M-2089, save and except from Blocks 36, 39, 40, 41, 47 and 48, be released and removed from title. b) EXECUTIVE REPORTS 1. Director, Office of Sustainability, Report OS 02-10 Partners for Climate Protection Program -Status Update COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Council receive Report OS 02-10 providing an update on the City's Partners for Climate Protection Program; 2. That Council endorse the Five year Corporate Emissions Reduction Strategy outlined in Attachment 1 to this Report and direct staff to proceed as set out in that Strategy; and, 3. That a copy of this Report be forwarded to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Partners for Climate Protection Office. 2. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 19-10 Tender for Dunmoore Tennis Court Reconstruction COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report OES 19-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding the tender for Dunmoore Tennis Court Reconstruction be received; 2. That Tender T-8-2010 submitted by Court Contractors Ltd. for the Tennis Court Resurfacing Project in the amount of $139,894.00 (HST included) be accepted; 10 City 00 _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 11 3. That the total gross project cost of $156,708 (HST included) including the tender amount and other associated costs and the total net project cost of $141,120 be approved; 4. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to finance the project as follows: a) that the sum of $140,000 to be financed by the issue of debentures by the Regional Municipality of Durham over a period not exceeding five (5) years; b) the balance sum of $1,120 to be funded from the 2010 Current Budget; c) that the annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $31,890 be included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2011, continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid, and any financing cost to be paid out of the Current Budget; d) the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has updated the City's 2010 Annual Repayment Limit and certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's Annual Repayment Limit for debt and financial obligations, as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario, and would not cause the City to exceed the updated Limit, and therefore, Ontario Municipal Board approval is not required prior to City Council's authorization; e) the Treasurer is authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; 5. That the draft by-law attached to this report be enacted; and 6. That the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to take necessary action in order to give effect hereto. 3. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 20-10 Creative Outdoor Advertising (COA) Extension of Recyclinq Bin Agreement COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report OES 20-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services concerning Creative Outdoor Advertising be received; 11 City o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKERING 7:30 PM Council Chambers 12 2. That Staff be authorized to exercise an extension of the Agreement with Creative Outdoor Advertising for an additional five years, commencing September 15, 2010 and ending on September 14, 2015; and 3. That appropriate officials be authorized to take action to finalize the terms of the extension Agreement, and that the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the extension agreement. 4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 21-10 Roof Replacement - Pickering Public Library -Tender No. T-16-2010 COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report OES 21-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding Roof Replacement at Pickering Public Library be received; 2. That Tender T-16-2010 submitted by T. Hamilton & Sons Roofing at a cost of $265,504.80 (HST included) be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $296,692 (HST included) and a net project cost of $296,692 including the tender amount and other associated costs be approved; 4. That Council authorizes the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows: a) the sum of $140,000 to be funded from the Federal Gas Tax Grant, as provided for in the 2010 approved Capital Budget for the Library be increased to $267,180; b) the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to take any actions necessary in order to affect the foregoing; and 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. 5. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 24-10 Request for Proposal No. RFP-8-2010 -Consulting Services for a Feasibility Study and -Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for - Pickering Operations Centre COUNCIL DECISION 12 Ctrs oo _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 1 3 1. That Report OES 24-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding RFP-8-2010 for consulting services to undertake a feasibility study and Class Environmental Assessment for the Pickering Operations Centre be received; 2. That the proposal submitted by AECOM dated August 5, 2010 in the amount of $90,241.80 (HST included) and a net cost of $81,265.54 be accepted; 3. That the total net project cost consisting of consulting and contingency costs of $100,000 be approved; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the consulting costs plus contingencies in the amount of $100,000 as approved in the 2009 Capital Budget from the Provincial Grant - Investing in Ontario; and 5. That the appropriate officials be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. 6. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 31-10 Formal Quotations - Quarterly Report for Information COUNCIL DECISION That Report CS 31-10 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer regarding Formal Quotations - Quarterly Report for Information be received for information. 7. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 33-10 Tender/Contract Approval -Councils' Summer Recess COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report CS 33-10 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer regarding tender 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 Councils' summer recess being Tender No. T=12-2010, Supply & Delivery of One (1) 16 Foot Wide Area Mower; Tender No. T-13-2010, Supply & Delivery of Two(2) One Ton Trucks with Dump Body, Quotation No. Q-54-2010, Supply & Delivery of Two(2) Hybrid SUV 4WD and Tender T-15-2010 Valley Farm Sidewalk & Boulevard and Glenanna Road Streetscaping. 13 caq Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICXE 7:30 PM 1 4 Council Chambers 8. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 35-10 Cash Position Report as at June 30, 2010 COUNCIL DECISION It is recommended that Report CS 35-10 from the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received for information. 9. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 36-10 Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act - Adjustment to Taxes COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report CS 36-10 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received; 2. That the write-offs of taxes as provided under Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act, 2001 be approved; and, 3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary action to give effect hereto. 10. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 37-10 2010 Assessment Appeals COUNCIL DECISION 1. That Report CS 37-10 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer regarding 2010 assessment appeals be received; 2. That Council approve the filing of the assessment appeals by Municipal Tax Equity for 2010 for the following roll numbers: 18-01-202-022-047-68 and 18-01- 020-016-120-00; 3. That the attached By-law providing for the confirmation of the filing of assessment appeals be enacted; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to engage the firm of Municipal Tax Equity and or Walker Poole Nixon LLP to represent the City for the assessment appeals filed above; and, 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. 14 Ctrs o¢ _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 Awl 7:30 PM Council Chambers 1 5 11. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 38-10 Municipal Performance Measurement Program - Provincially Mandated Public Report of Performance Measures COUNCIL DECISION It is recommended that Report CS 38-10 from the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be received and forwarded to Council for information. Resolution #151/10 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles That the Report of the Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee 2010- 02, dated September 7, 2010, be adopted. CARRIED (VIII) NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2. Chief Administrative Officer's Report, CAO 21-10 2010 Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee -Appointments Discussion ensued with questions being raised with respect to issues surrounding conflicts of interest. The City Clerk provided clarification with respect to the requirements of the municipality to have an Audit Committee in place by October 1St 2010 and explained the role of the committee as well as the appeal process. Resolution #152/10 Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor McLean That the following individuals be appointed to the 2010 Municipal Elections Compliance Audit Committee to review applications relating to candidates' financial statements for the 2010 City of Pickering elections: a) Joseph Morris Brown b) Donald Hudson c) William John Paul Jones 15 Cis Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKERN 7:30 PM 16 Council Chambers CARRIED 3. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 16-10 Tender No. T-20-2010 -Tender for Kinsmen Park Field House Retrofit & Addition Resolution #153/10 Moved by Councillor O'Connell Seconded by Councillor Littley 1. That Report OES 16-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding the Kinsmen Park Field House Retrofit & Addition be received; 2. That Tender No. T-20-2010 submitted by Nashid Construction Corp for the Kinsmen Park Field House Retrofit & Addition in the amount of $472,453 (HST included) be accepted; 3. That the total gross project cost of $564,274 and the net project cost of $508,147 including the tender amount and other associated costs be approved; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows: a) the sum of $99,000 as approved by the Recreation Infrastructure Canada Program (RInC) -Federal Grant; b) the sum of $99,000 as approved by the Recreation Infrastructure Canada Program (RInC)- Provincial Grant; c) the sum of $50,000 as provided for in the 2009 approved Capital Budget be funded by the Provincial Grant-Investing in Ontario; d) the sum of $50,000 as provided for in the 2009 approved Capital Budget to be funded by the Federal Gas Tax Grant; e) the additional amount of up to $210,147 to be funded by a draw from the Parkland Reserve Fund; f) the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be authorized to take any actions necessary in order to affect the foregoing 16 Caq o¢~ _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers ~ 5. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be given authority to give effect thereto. CARRIED 4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 22-10 Tender for Supply and Delivery of Backhoe/Loader with Optional Attachments Tender No. T-14-2010 Resolution #154/10 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Dickerson 1. That Report OES 22-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding the supply and delivery of a Backhoe/Loader with optional attachments be received; 2. That Tender No.T-14-2010, as submitted by Nortrax Canada Inc. for the acquisition and delivery of a Backhoe/Loader with optional attachments, in the amount of $110,628.00 (HST extra) be accepted; 3. That the total gross purchase cost of $125,009.64 and a net purchase cost of $112,575.05 be approved; 4.. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows; a) -the sum of $110,000 be financed by the issue of debentures through the Regional Municipality of Durham for a period not exceeding five (5) years, at a rate to be determined; b) that the balance of $2,575.05 plus financing. costs be funded from 2010 Current Funds; c) that the annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $25,000 be included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2011 and continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; d) that the Director, Corporate Services and Treasurer has updated the City's 2010 Annual Repayment Limit and certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's Annual Repayment Limit for debenture and financial obligations and would not cause the City to exceed 17 Ctrs o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKER 7:30 PM Council Chambers 18 the updated Limit, and therefore, the Ontario Municipal Board approval is not required prior to City Council's authorization; e) to undertake the financing of this project or portions thereof that cannot be accommodated through the foregoing through internal loans, the Ontario Strategic Infrastructure Financing Authority (OSIFA) - Loan Program or a financial institution offering long term financing under similar terms and conditions; f) that the Treasurer be authorized to make any changes, adjustments, and revisions to amounts, terms, conditions or take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and 5. That the draft by-law attached to this report be enacted; 6. That the appropriate City of Pickering Officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. CARRIED 5. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, OES 25-10 Request for Proposal No. RFP-1-2010 -Consulting Services for the Replacement of Whitevale Bridge A discussion period ensued where it was suggested that the City of Pickering ensure that appropriate staff are available to answer questions during public consultation processes. Resolution #155/10 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Johnson 1. That Report OES 25-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding RFP-1-2010 for consulting services to undertake a Class Environmental Assessment and Detail Design for the replacement of the Whitevale Bridge be received; 2. That the proposal No. RFP-1-2010.submitted by SRM Associates dated August 17, 2010 in the amount $400,285 (HST included) and a net cost of $360,469 be accepted; 18 caq Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 FICKE 7:30 PM Council Chambers 19 3. That the total net project cost of $380,820, consisting of consulting, permit fees and a contingency be approved as Phase I; 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to revise the financing approved in the 2009 Capital Budget and finance Phase I, being ' consulting services for a Class Environmental Assessment, Detail Design by a draw of $380,820 from the Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund; 5. That Council endorse in principal Phase II of this project, being the complete replacement of the Whitevale Bridge and recommend it as a priority project for the new Council in the 2011 Capital Budget; 6. That Council endorse staff's action to restrict the bridge to one lane of traffic and the load be reduced to ten tons; and 7. That the appropriate officials be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ON A RECORDED VOTE 6. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 27-10 Tender for Supply & Delivery of One 60,000 LB.GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck -Tender No. T-19-2010 Resolution #156/10 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Dickerson 1. That Report OES 27-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding the acquisition and delivery of a 60,000 LB. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck attachments be received; 2. That Tender No.T-19-2010, as submitted by Scarborough Truck Centre Inc. for the acquisition and delivery of a 60,000 LB. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck in the amount of $204,965.00 (HST extra) be accepted; 3. That the total gross purchase cost of $231,610.45 and a net purchase cost of $208,572.38 be approved; 19 Caq 00 _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 PICKERING 7:30 PM 20 Council Chambers 4. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows; a) the sum of $205,000.00 be financed by the issue of debentures through the Regional Municipality of Durham for a period not exceeding five (5) years, at a rate to be determined; b) that the balance sum of $3,572.38 plus financing costs be funded from 2010 Current Funds; c) that the financing and repayment charges in the amount of approximately $47,000 be included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2011 and continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; d) that the Director, Corporate Services and Treasurer has updated the City's 2010 Annual Repayment Limit and certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's Annual Repayment Limit for debenture and financial obligations and would not cause the City to. exceed the updated Limit, and therefore, the Ontario Municipal Board approval is not required prior to City Council's authorization; e) that the Treasurer be authorized to undertake the financing of this project or portions thereof that cannot be accommodated through the foregoing through internal loans, the Ontario Strategic Infrastructure Financing Authority (OSIFA) - Loan Program or a financial institution offering long term financing under similar terms and conditions; f) that the Treasurer be authorized to make any changes, adjustments, and revisions to amounts, terms, conditions or take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and 5. That the draft by-law attached to this report be enacted; 6. That the appropriate City of Pickering Officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. CARRIED 7. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 28-10 Tender for Supply & Delivery of One 41,000 LB.GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck -Tender No. T-18-2010 Resolution #157/10 . 20 . i City 0~ _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 21 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Dickerson 1. That Report OES 28-10 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services regarding the acquisition and delivery of a 41,000 LB. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck be received; 2. That Tender No.T-18-2010, as submitted by Peterbilt Truck Centre Ontario for the acquisition and delivery of a 41,0001-6. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck be allowed to be withdrawn; 3. That Tender No.T-18-2010, as submitted by Scarborough Truck Centre Inc. for the acquisition and delivery of a 41,000 LB. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck in the amount of $180,687.00 (HST extra) be accepted 4. That the total gross purchase cost of $204,176.31 and a net purchase cost of $183,867.10 be approved; 5. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance the project as follows; a) the sum of $180,000.00 be financed by the issue of debentures through the Regional Municipality of Durham for a period not exceeding five (5) years, at a rate to be determined; b) that the balance of $3,867.10 plus financing costs be funded from 2010 Current Funds; c) that the financing and repayment charges in the amount of approximately $41,000 be included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in 2011 and continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid; d) that the Director, Corporate Services and Treasurer has certified that this loan and the repayment thereof falls within the City's debt and financial obligations approved annual repayment limit for debt and other financial obligations for 2010 as established by the Province for municipalities in Ontario; e) that the Treasurer be authorized to undertake the financing of this project or portions thereof that cannot be accommodated through the foregoing through internal loans, the Ontario Strategic Infrastructure Financing Authority (OSIFA) - Loan Program or a financial institution offering long term financing under similar terms and conditions; 21 Citr oo _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM 22 Council Chambers that the Treasurer be authorized to make any changes, adjustments, and fl revisions to amounts terms conditions or take any actions necessary in order to effect the foregoing; and 6. That the draft by-law attached to this report be enacted; 7. That the appropriate City of Pickering Officials be authorized to take necessary action to give effect thereto. CARRIED (IX) NOTICES OF MOTION CITY OF PICKERING WARD BOUNDARY/GOVERNANCE MODEL REVIEW FOR THE 2014 MUNICIPAL ELECTION Discussion ensued with questions arising with respect to the timing of this motion due to the proposed developments for Seaton and Duffin Heights. Councillor Johnson provided further clarification with respect to the intent of this motion. Resolution #158/10 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Dickerson WHEREAS the City of Pickering is a rapidly growing community and it is sound municipal management practice to evaluate the implications of such growth on local political representation; WHEREAS the current ward boundaries were determined approximately 35 years ago when Pickering had a population of approximately 24,000; WHEREAS Ward 3 has a population 30% higher than Ward 1 and 2 and 10-15 times land size; WHEREAS as significant future population growth is expected in Ward 3 and continued growth in Ward 1 and 2, Council may find that it is timely to assess the current and emerging population situation to ensure the appropriate representation for Pickering citizens and a balanced workload for Councillors for the 2014 Municipal Election; NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Council for the City of Pickering approves the investigation into the process for a ward boundary and governance model review for the 2014 Municipal Election; 22 I I City o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 23 THAT the City of Pickering include consideration of award boundary review in the 2011 Budget discussions for the hiring of an independent consultant to review ward boundaries and to investigate the election of Regional Councillor's being elected at large; and, THAT the City Clerk report back to Council in 2011 on the process of reviewing the City of Pickering Ward Boundaries/Governance Model for the 2014 Municipal Election. CARRIED LATER IN THE MEETING (See Following Motion) Resolution #159/10 Moved by Councillor. McLean Seconded by Councillor Littley That the motion be divided in order to remove the wording in paragraph 6 to remove the election of Regional Councillors being elected at large. MOTION DEFEATED ON A RECORDED VOTE YES NO Councillor McLean Councillor Pickles Councillor O'Connell Councillor Dickerson Councillor Littley Councillor Johnson Mayor Ryan The main motion was then CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE AS FOLLOWS: YES NO Councillor Pickles Councillor McLean Councillor Dickerson Councillor O'Connell Councillor Johnson Councillor Littley Mayor Ryan 23 Ctrs o~ _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM 2 4 Council Chambers (X) BY-LAWS 7079/10 Being a by-law to stop-up and close Township Road, legally described as Part of. Lot 20, Concession 3, Pickering between Sideline 20 and Tillings Road being Travelled Road also known as Township Road, designated as Parts 5 and 6, Plan 40R-25832 as public highway. 7080/10 Being a by-law to stop-up and close those portions of Sheppard Avenue, being parts of Lots 27 and 28, Range 3, BFC, parts of Lots 25 and 50, RCP 820 and parts of Block 5, Plan 353, all in the City of Pickering, designated as Parts 1 to 11, both inclusive, Plan 40R-26573 as public highway, for the purpose of sale to the adjacent owners. 7081/10 Being a by-law to authorize the issuance of debentures in the amount of $140,000 for the Dunmoore Tennis Court Reconstruction Project in the City of Pickering. 7082/10 Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 2511, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering District Planning Area, Region of Durham in Part of Blocks K, L and M, Plan 418, in the City of Pickering (SP- 2008-02) & A 02/08) [OMB Approved - no action required. 7083/10 Being a by-law to appoint Tony Prevedel as Chief Administrative Officer. 7084/10 Being a by-law to Authorize Specific Complaints to the Assessment Review Board. 7085/10 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 in Part of Lot 18, Concession 2, in the City of Pickering. (A 19/09) 7086/10 Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 3036 to implement the Pickering Official Plan in Part of Lot 18, Concession 2, City of Pickering. (A 5/10) 7087/10 Being a by-law to authorize the acquisition and delivery of a Backhoe/Loader with optional attachments in the City of Pickering and the issuance of debentures therefore in the amount of $110,000. 7088/10 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing parking restrictions on private property. (By-law attached) 24 City o~ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 25 7089/10 Being a by-law to dedicate that part of Block W-1, Plan M-1058 and that part of Lot 29, RCP 1041, Pickering, designated a Parts 1 and 2, Plan 40R-26564, as public highway. 7090/10 Being a by-law to authorize the acquisition and delivery of a 60,000 LB. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck in the City of Pickering and the issuance of debentures therefor in the amount of $205,000. 7091/10 Being a by-law to authorize the acquisition and delivery of a 41,000 LB. GVW Diesel Snow Plow/Dump/Sander Truck in the City of Pickering and the issuance of debentures therefor in the amount of $180,000. THIRD READING: Councillor Pickles, seconded by Councillor Johnson moved that By-law Numbers 7079/10 to 7091/10, 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 (XI) OTHER BUSINESS 1) The Chief Administrative Officer was asked to action the following; a) Councillor McLean requested By-law Enforcement look into the issue of car dealerships parking cars on City boulevards around the dealerships in order to showcase cars to the public. (XII) CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS In accordance with Procedural By-law 6746/07 and the provisions of the Municipal Act, an In Camera meeting of Council was held prior to the regularly scheduled meeting. Resolution #160/10 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That Council go In Camera in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act for the purpose of dealing with matters relating to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality. CARRIED 25 l Citi oo _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM 26 Council Chambers 1. Chief Administrative Officer's Report CAO 22-10, Arnts Topsoil and Pickering Golf Academy Extention of Leases Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor Pickles Refer to the In Camera minutes for further information. [City Clerk has custody and control of the In Camera minutes.] Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Pickles That the recommendations as contained in Confidential CAO Report CAO 22-10 be adopted. CARRIED IN AN OPEN SESSION OF COUNCIL (XIII) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW By-law Number #7092/10 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 September 13, 2010. CARRIED (XIV) ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor. McLean That the meeting be adjourned at 10:12 pm. CARRIED 26 City o¢ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 2 7 DATED this 13th day of September, 2010 MAYOR DAVID RYAN DEBBIE SHIELDS CITY CLERK 27 Citq eq _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, December 6, 2010 PICKE 7:30 PM 2 Council Chambers The First Meeting of the Pickering City Council was held on Monday, December 6, 2010 at 7:30 pm. PRESENT: Mayor David Ryan COUNCILLORS: K. Ashe D. Dickerson B. McLean J. O'Connell D. Pickles P. Rodrigues ALSO PRESENT: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer E. Bunstma - Director, Operations & Emergency Services N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development B. Douglas - Fire Chief T. Melymuk - Director, Office of Sustainability G. Paterson - Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer D. Shields - City Clerk (1) MEETING CALLED TO ORDER The First Meeting of Council was called to order by Debbie Shields, City Clerk. (11) NATIONAL ANTHEM The National Anthem was performed by Rebecca Wood. (III) INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Pastor Owen. (IV) GREETINGS Tony Prevedel, Chief Administrative Officer welcomed everyone to the meeting. 1 Cirq oo _ Council Meeting Minutes Monday, December 6, 2010 7:30 PM Council Chambers 29 (V) DECLARATION OF OFFICE OF MAYOR AND PRESENTATION OF CHAIN OF OFFICE The Declaration of Office was administered by the City Clerk and the Chain of Office was presented to the Mayor by his wife Anne. (VI) DECLARATION OF OFFICE FOR COUNCILLORS The Declaration of Office for Councillors was given by the City Clerk. (VII) STATEMENTS OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL All Members of Council addressed the audience and relayed their thanks and appreciation during the election process. (VIII) INAUGURAL ADDRESS Mayor Ryan presented his Inaugural Address. (IX) ADJOURNMENT The Meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm. DATED this 6th day of December, 2010 MAYOR DAVID RYAN DEBBIE SHIELDS CITY CLERK 2 City jk J6, 3 0 PI December 13, 2010 NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS PAGES 1. Chief Administrative Officers Report, CAO 23-10 32-34 2011 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule RECOMMENDATION 1. That Report CAO 23-10 of the City Clerk be received; 2. That the 2011 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule included as Attachment 1 to this report be approved; and 3. That the City Clerk be given authority to give effect thereto. 2. Chief Administrative Officers Report, CAO 24-10 35-39 2010 Municipal Election - Report on Accessibility RECOMMENDATION That Report CAO 24-10 of the City Clerk be received for information. 3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 31-10 40-43 Appointment of Chief Building Official. under the Buildinq Code Act RECOMMENDATION That the City's Building By-law 6603/05 which appoints the Chief Building Official, Deputy Chief Building Official and Inspectors be amended as set out in Attachment 1 to Report PD 31-10. 4. Chief Administrative Officers Report, Report CAO 25-10 44-60 Boards and Advisory Committees of Council for 2010-2014 RECOMMENDATION 1. That Report CAO 25 -10 of the Chief Administrative Officer be received; 2. That Policy ADM 040 for Boards & Advisory Committees, as amended, included as Attachment #1 to this report be approved; 31 3. That the Seaton Advisory Committee be formally closed due to the appointment of a Provincial Facilitator for Seaton; 4. That the Advisory Committee on Race Relation and Equity be renamed to the Advisory Committee on Diversity and that the mandate be updated as noted in Attachment #2 to this report; and 5. That the Boards & Advisory Committees list, included as Attachment #3 to this report be formally reconfirmed. 5. Boards & Advisory Committee Appointments Under Separate Cover a) Regional Appointments i) Land Division Committee ii) Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) iii) Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) b) Appointments to Advisory Boards and Committees i) Accessibility Advisory Committee ii) Acting Mayor iii) Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity iv) Animal Services Appeal Committee V) Civic Awards Committee vi) Committee of Adjustment vii) Heritage Pickering AdvisoryCommittee viii) Livestock Valuers ix) Pickering Museum Village Advisory Committee X) Pickering Public Library xi) Property Review Committee xii) Rouge Park Alliance xiii) Site Plan Advisory Committee xiv) Sustainable Pickering Committee xv) Taxicab Advisory Committee xvi) Waterfront Coordinating Committee C) Veridian Corporation Appointments REPORT TO COUNCIL ~ G Report "umber: CAO 23-10 Date: December 13, 2010 PICKERI 32 From: Debbie Shields City Clerk Subject: 2011 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule Recommendation: 1. That Report CAO 23-10 of the City Clerk be received; 2. That the 2011 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule included as Attachment 1 to this report be approved; and 3. That the City Clerk be given authority to give effect thereto. Executive Summary: In accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, every municipality and local board shall pass a procedure by-law for governing the calling, place and proceedings of meetings. The by-law provides for the notification of the meetings of Council. Financial Implications: There are no financial implications. . Sustainability Implications: Establishing the Standing Committee and Council schedule is an integral part of a sustainable community in the areas of a healthy society and healthy community as the promotion of the dates in advance encourage public participation. Background: The City of Pickering Procedural By-law provides for governing the calling, place and proceedings of meetings. In accordance with the intent of the Municipal Act, of open, transparent and accountable government, the 2011 meeting schedule is presented in order for public notification to commence. Report CAO 23-10 Date: December 13, 2010 Subject: 2011 Meeting Schedule Page 2 Attachments: 1. 2011 Standing Committee and Council Meeting Schedule Prepared By: Approved / Endorsed By: Debbie Shields City Clerk Attachment Recommended for the consideration of Pickering C Coun it ~`FOr 2&t2vly ilA, Tony Preve el Chief Administrative Officer i N ? 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CS U 3 co N N co ((D N N N N V m 3 Qo CO N CA 3 C" CD O ~ ? CD O < N N - O - -n C CD O w CD N -n 0) co N Cr (O N CA CD < K p W N - W (n N N O' (n W N - (O N (n CD CD "O v O v O W p) O W CD III W O 3 OL Cp 7 CD 90 ;::itq Report To A Council PICKERING Report Number: CAO 24-10 Date: December 13, 2010 35 From: Debbie Shields City Clerk Subject: 2010 Municipal Election - Report on Accessibility - File: A-2000 Recommendation: 1. That Report CAO 24-10 of the City Clerk be received for information. Executive Summary: The City Clerk is responsible for conducting the municipal election and establishing policies and practices to ensure that all electors have the opportunity to participate. As per section 12.1 (2) of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, within 90 days after voting day in a regular election, the City Clerk shall submit a report to Council about the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that affect electors and candidates with disabilities. Financial Implications: There are no financial implications. Sustainability Implications: There are no sustainability implications. Background: The Municipal Elections Act, 1996, as amended by Bill 212, now requires that every municipality, within 90 days after voting day in a regular election, submit a report to Council about the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that affect electors and candidates with disabilities. Please see below for a listing of initiatives that were undertaken by the City of Pickering to deliver an accessible election. Initiative Actions Outreach to groups knowledgeable in Reviewed various agency websites and accessibility to obtain feedback on reports (i.e. CNIB), including a ,review of plans area municipality accessibility plans. Report CAO 24-10 December 13, 2010 Subject: 2010 Municipal Elections -Accessibility Report Page. 2 36 Received approval from the Pickering Accessibility Advisory Committee on Accessible Election Procedures on April 28, 2010. Ensure all voting locations are Site inspections were conducted for all accessible to electors with disabilities voting locations, which included an accessibility checklist for election staff to determine: - barrier free paths of travel from the parking lot to the entrance; - barrier free parking; - door operators or accessible doors; - adequate lighting; - the availability of accessible washrooms; - access to the facility via public transit; and - a voting area with adequate space for a wheelchair or scooter. All locations were found to be accessible and if not, specific modifications were completed. Voters could also be accompanied by a support person, service animal or obtain assistance from Election Officials in casting their vote. Prominent signage at each voting location to ensure that all electors can clearly see where to go and vote. Magnifying sheets were available at each voting location to assist those electors with low vision. Provide voting opportunities in Voting locations were established at the institutions and retirement homes following facilities to allow eligible residents the opportunity to vote; CORP0227-07/01 revised Report CAO 24-10 December 13, 2010 Subject: 2010 Municipal Elections -Accessibility Report Page 3 any institution in which 20 or more beds are occupied by persons who are disabled, chronically ill or infirmed; and a retirement home in which 50 or more beds are occupied. In the City of Pickering, these institutions were; - Village Retirement Centre; - Abbeylawn Manor; and - Bay Ridges Long Term Care Centre. Accessible voting technologies During the four days of the Advance Vote, the "ImageCast Precinct Ballot Marking Device Light" was made available for voters. This unit services both voters and accessible voters (voters who cannot mark a paper ballot with a pen and require assistance to mark a ballot). This machine includes the ATI (Audio- Tactile Interface), a set of headphones, a Sip and Puff Input Interface, and a Paddle Button Input Interface, which can assist a variety of persons with disabilities. This device was also available, upon request, on election day. In the case where an elector with a disability was unable to attend a voting place, he or she could appoint a voting proxy to vote on their behalf. CORP0227-07/01 revised Report CAO 24-10 December 13, 2010 Subject: 2010 Municipal Elections -Accessibility Report Page 4 38 Advertising Advertisements to encourage individuals with accessible needs to come out to the advance voting were posted in the Pickering News Advertiser on September 29th and October 6th and 13th Accessibility measures were identified on each Voter Notification Card, which was mailed to all eligible residents. The City's On Hold messaging for the phone system contained a message in October advising eligible voters of available accessible voting technology. Notice of temporary disruption of services procedures were in place, in the event that a polling location became unavailable during either the advance vote or on election day. Alternate formats Election information to be made available in accessible formats, if requested. Candidates The City Clerk's Office provided Candidates with information on how to make their campaign more accessible. Candidate meetings were all held at accessible venues. Training In accordance with the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service Regulation, Regulation 429/07, all Election Officials received accessible customer service training. This training encompassed a review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and provided an overview of the City's policies and procedures. CORP0227-07/01 revised Report CAO 24-10 December 13, 2010 Subject: 2010 Municipal Elections -Accessibility Report Page 5 Feedback Election Officials were asked to review the polling location on election day to ensure accessibility (i.e. no items blocking entrances or pathways). A survey was sent to election officials post-election, that enquired about any accessibility issues at the voting place. Feedback will be incorporated into the 2014 election. The City Clerk continues to welcome feedback to identify areas where accessibility amendments need to be considered, and ways in which the City can improve the delivery of an accessible election. Prepared By: Approved/Endorsed By: cx Lisa Harker, MPA Debbie Shields Coordinator, Records & Elections City Clerk Approved/Endorsed By: Tony Prevedel, P.Eng. Chief Administrative Officer DS:lh Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Picked ity Co ncil p~liU~• 2~, 2010 Ton revedel, P.Eng. Chief Administrative Officer CORP0227-07/01 revised Report To Council PICKERING Report Number: PD 31-10 Date: December 13, 2010 40 From: Neil Carroll Director, Planning & Development Subject: Appointment of Chief Building Official under the Building Code Act Recommendation. That the City's Building By-law 6603/05 which appoints the Chief Building Official, Deputy Chief Building Official and Inspectors be amended as set out in Attachment 1 to Report PD 31-10. Executive Summary: This report recommends that the appointments schedule of the City's Building By-law 6603/05 be amended to reflect the appointment of a Chief Building Official. Financial Implications: Not applicable. Sustainability Implications: Not applicable. Background: Council currently has in place By-law 6603/05, which is required to provide for the administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act within the City. This By-law includes a schedule of persons appointed pursuant to that Act. The recent hiring of Kyle Bentley, P.Eng (effective November 1, 2010) requires that his name be added to the Schedule as Chief Building Official. Attachment: 1. Recommended amending by-law, appointing the Chief Building Official. Report PD 31-10 December 13,'2010 Subject: Appointment of Chief Building Official 41 under the Building Code Act Page 2 Approved/Endorsed By: Neil C , RPP Director, anning & Development NC:kb Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickerin City Council 26, 20 10 Tony Prevedel, P.Eng. Chief Administrative Officer 1 The Corporation of the City of Pickering f2 . By-law No. 7094/10 Being a by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law 6603/05 appointing the Chief Building Official, Deputy Chief Building Official and Inspectors. Whereas, pursuant to the provisions of subsection 3(1) of the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, chapter 23, provides that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering is responsible for the enforcement of the Act within the City of Pickering; I Whereas, pursuant to By-law 6603/05, Council appointed a Chief Building Official and such Inspectors as are necessary for the enforcement of the Act within the City of Pickering; and Whereas, as a result of staff changes, the By-law to appoint these individuals must be amended to reflect the appointment of a Chief Building Official. Now therefore the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering hereby enacts as follows: 1. Schedule A of By-law 6603/05 is hereby deleted and replaced with Schedule A attached hereto. By-law read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 13th day of December 2010. David Ryan, Mayor Debbie Shields, City Clerk 43 Schedule A Appointments I Item 1 Column 1 Column 2 1. chief building official Kyle Bentley 2. deputy chief builldin official Brenda Yarush 3. inspector Toby Hill 4. inspector Robert Lalonde 5. inspector Albert Alvero 6. inspector Taylor-Young 7. inspector Paul Nishikawa 8. inspector Andras Szon i 9. inspector Matthew Seward 10. inspector Brian Holmes Cis Report To Council DICKERING Report Number: CAO 25-10 Date: December 13, 2010 From: Debbie Shields 44 City Clerk Subject: Boards and Advisory Committees of Council Review of Appointments to Boards and Committees Recommendation: 1. That Report CAO 25-10 of the Chief Administrative Officer be received; 2. That Policy ADM 040 for Boards & Advisory Committees, as amended, included as Attachment #1 to this report be approved; 3. That the Seaton Advisory Committee be formally closed due to the appointment of a Provincial Facilitator; 4. That the Advisory Committee on Race Relation and Equity be renamed to the Advisory Committee on Diversity and that the mandate be updated as noted in Attachment #2 to this report; and 5. That the Boards & Advisory Committees list, included as Attachment #3 to this report be formally reconfirmed. Executive Summary: Early in a new Council term, Council shall review all Boards and Advisory Committees. The City Clerk and the Senior Management Team shall assist in this effort by providing an overview of all Boards and Advisory Committees. Recommendations from the City Clerk and Senior Management are made to Council on which Boards and Advisory Committees should continue forward into the new term of Council and if any should be disbanded. Financial Implications: There are no financial implications associated with the review of the Boards and Advisory Committees. Report CAO 25-10 December 13, 2010 Subject: Review of Boards and Advisory Committees of Council Page 2 4 Sustainability Implications: In order to provide for a sustainable community, public participation, along with private partnerships is encouraged. The creation and involvement of committees to garner public response and input to matters of ongoing concern is paramount to a sustainable, viable community. Background: Under the Municipal Act, municipalities can authorize the creation of various advisory committees to assist Council on specific matters. All advisory committees are established and appointed by resolution of Council. Their purpose is to advise Council by providing recommendations on specialized issues, on a policy and/or operational level, as set out in a mandate and Council approved work plans for each advisory committee. Boards and advisory committee members are appointed by resolution of Council and serve at the pleasure of Council for a specified term, where statutory authority does not state otherwise. The Mayor will remain as ex-officio of all committees of Council. Further to the review of the Boards and Advisory Committees of Council, it is being recommended that the Seaton Advisory Committee be disbanded due to the appointment of a Provincial Facilitator. The Committee has not met formally for over a year. The following information is provided for your consideration on the Seaton Advisory Committee: The Seaton Advisory Committee was established on January 15, 2007 by resolution #11/07. The committee was comprised of representatives from the three developers of Seaton (Mattamy Homes, Metrus Developments, Lebovic Homes), three members of Council (one representing each Ward), three senior administrative staff members, including the Chief Administrative Officer and one consulting firm, (Matson, McConnell Ltd), representing Uxbridge Valley Limited. Also, further to the review it is being recommended that the Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity's name and. mandate be reviewed. The following information is provided for your consideration for this Committee: The Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity was established by Resolution #67/90 passed on May 28, 1990 as amended by Resolution #128/00 passed on October 2, 2000. The Committee's role is to provide guidance and advice to the City to promote the full and equal access, opportunity and participation of all citizens in the social, cultural, economic and political affairs of the community and the City. We are recommending a name change for this Committee in order to encompass a broader view of the mandate, incorporate increased Community participation and a wider range of activities. At this time, we are recommending changing the name to the Advisory Committee on Diversity and that the mandate be updated as noted in Attachment #2 to this report. CORP0227-07/01 revised Report CAO 25-10 December 13, 2010 Subject: Review of Boards and Advisory Committees of Council Page 3 4.6 Summary Upon approval of this report, the Seaton Advisory Committee will be disbanded; the Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity will be renamed to the Advisory Committee on Diversity and the mandate will be updated as noted in Attachment #2. Attachments: 1. Policy ADM 040 for Boards & Advisory Committees 2. Advisory Committee on Diversity mandate, as amended 3. Boards & Advisory Committees to be formally reconfirmed Prepared By: Approved/Endorsed By: LL~ Z~J! Joh ul Newman Debbie Shields Elec ' n Assistant City Clerk DS:JPN Copy: Chief Administrative Officer Recommended for the consideration of Pickering Council, zz'~Ijv /0` 2- aLj& Tony Pr edel, P.Eng. Chief Administrative Officer CORP0227-07/01 revised C q 00 4 7 City Policy ATTACHME NI-V-1--l , TOREPORT#CRO 1,5-10 PICKERIN Policy Title: Policy Number: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council ADM 040 Reference: Date Originated: Date Revised: Municipal Act and Procedural By-law November 10, 2008 December 13, 2010 Approval: Chief Administrative Officer Point of Contact: City Clerk Policy Objective The purpose of this policy is to identify a process for establishing Boards and Advisory Committees of Council; requirements for maintaining and supporting their work; and the coordination of the appointment and advertising process through the City Clerk. It excludes external bodies and local boards not established by Council and internal, working groups of an administrative nature. This policy supplements the City of Pickering's Procedural By-law which all Boards and Advisory Committees, including staff liaisons shall be subject to the provisions of. Index 01 Definitions 02 Implementation Procedure - Classification of Boards and Advisory Committees 03 Establishment of Boards and Advisory Committees 04 Ongoing Review of Boards and Advisory Committees 05 Terms of Reference 06 Appointment Process and Advertising for Board/Advisory Committee Members 07 Resignation/Dismissal Process 08 Absentee Requirements 09 Orientation Sessions 10 Meeting Structure, Agenda and Minute Formats 11 Access to Meetings 12 Provision for Accessibility and Diversity 13 Pecuniary Interest 14 City Policies and Procedures 15 General Rules Governing Committees Appendix 1 Terms of Reference 48 01. Definitions: Not applicable. 02 Implementation Procedure - Classification of Boards and Advisory Committees: 02.01 Where the municipality makes appointments to bodies of its own creation and to outside bodies when requested to do so, such appointments shall be citizen appointments, except in those situations where the municipality has a direct financial involvement, in which case Council shall determine whether or not it will appoint citizen and/or Council Members to such bodies. Council, under certain circumstances, may deem it necessary for Council representation on some Boards and Advisory Committees. 02.02 Generally, Boards and Advisory Committees may be either ongoing or a task force. Ongoing provides recommendations, advice and information to Council on an ongoing basis on specific municipally-related matters that relate to the mandate of Boards and Advisory Committees as set out in the Terms of Reference, established by a confirming by-law. They may include some of the following: a) Advisory - includes bodies authorized by Municipal Council to provide input on a discretionary basis and advice to Council on a particular matter, or undertake special projects as assigned. b) Mandatory - where a Provincial Statute prescribes the type of appointments to be made by the municipality to a given body, the Statute be complied with. c) Local Boards - means a school board, municipal service board, transportation commission, public library board, board of health, police services board, planning board, or any other board, commission, Committee, body or local authority established or exercising any power or authority under any general or special Act with respect to any of the affairs or purposes, including school purposes, of a municipality. d) External Bodies - separate special purpose bodies that have a substantial amount of authority over their own operations. e) Appeals Committee - hears and deals with appeals and/or minor variances to City By-laws. Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of,Council Page 2 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 49 02.03 Task Forces assist in the short-term study and analysis of a specific municipally-related issue, as defined in the Terms of Reference and established by confirming by-laws. They may include staff representation as well as representation from external bodies. 03 Establishment of Boards and Advisory Committees: 03.01 Boards and Advisory Committees are proposed by resolution of Council and established by a confirming by-law. Each by-law shall incorporate the Terms of Reference for the specific Board/Advisory Committee. Prior to Council's establishment of any Board or Advisory Committee relevant director(s) shall submit a report to Council including the following information: a) inventory of previous and existing activities related to the matter, including public consultation initiatives; b) suggested types of public consultation; c) Board/Advisory Committee Terms of Reference; d) membership composition and level of expertise or specialization required by Committee members for the selection process; and e) orientation, training and facilitation needs. 04 Ongoing Review of Boards and Advisory Committees: 04.01 Early in a new Council term, Council shall review all Boards and Advisory Committees. The City Clerk and the Senior Management Team shall assist in this effort by providing an overview of all Boards/Advisory Committees, including, but not limited to the following: a) a list of Boards/Advisory Committees by name and type; b) summary of mandates, goals and objectives for each Board/Advisory Committee; c) achievements and challenges for each Board/Advisory Committee; d) recommendations on the future direction of each Board/Advisory Committee and its structure in general; and e) reviews and recommendations on the reporting and functional relationships of Boards/Advisory Committees in general. Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 3 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 50 04.02 If a Board or Advisory Committee is to be disbanded, a final report on the Board/Advisory Committee activities and reasons for disbandment shall be presented to Council for approval. 05 Terms of Reference: 05.01 The Terms of Reference will be established in accordance with the template included as Appendix I to this policy. 05.02 The Terms of Reference of each Advisory Committee shall be reviewed on an ongoing basis by relevant staff in order to ensure that the Terms of Reference, the need for, and the roles of each Advisory Committee remain relevant and appropriate. 06 Appointment Process and Advertising for Board/Advisory Committee Members: 06.01 Where a Provincial Statute prescribes the type of appointments to be made by the City to a given Board or Advisory Committee, the Statute shall be complied with. Where the City makes appointments to Boards/Advisory Committees of its own creation and to outside bodies when requested to do so, such appointments shall be citizen appointments, except in circumstances where the City has a direct financial involvement, in which instance Council shall determine whether or not it will appoint citizens and/or Council Members to such bodies. 06.02 Vacancies for citizen appointments shall be publicly advertised in the local newspaper and on the City of Pickering website. To apply to serve as a volunteer on a City Board or Advisory Committee, interested individuals shall be invited to apply and submit an application. Applicants should be 18 years of age, and a resident or municipal taxpayer in Pickering. These appointments enable local citizens from various backgrounds to participate in local government and voluntarily give their time and expertise to help formulate the direction of certain programs. 06.03 Generally, the duration of Board/Advisory Committee appointments are the same as the term of Council, however staff may recommend that the terms for specific Board/Advisory Committee appointments be staggered to ensure experience and consistency in following the Board/Advisory Committee's goals and mandate. While appointees may serve on more than one Board/Advisory Committee, Council shall give first consideration to individuals who are not already appointed to another Board/Advisory Committee. 06.04 The following process, coordinated by the City Clerk and Clerk's Office, will generally be followed in initiating the recruitment, selection and appointment process: Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 4 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 52 a) establishing Resolution/Confirming By-law for Board/Advisory Committee and Terms of Reference; b) mandatory statutes (i.e. Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act); c) City of Pickering Procedural By-Law; d) City Organizational Structure; e) member contact information; f) council members contact information; g) relevant City Policies & Procedures affecting Board/Advisory Committee members; h) Committee relationship to Council; and i) staff support. ,b9.02 As per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, all City employees, volunteers and/or agents as well as any other individual who might be reasonably expected to interact with the public on behalf of the City will receive Accessible Customer Service Training. New Board/Advisory Committee members will be contacted by the City to attend their training session, (Revised - Addition to the Policy) 10 Meeting Structure, Agenda and Minute Formats: 10.01 Regular meetings will be held monthly, but variations may be determined by the Committee and staff liaison. A meeting schedule, setting out the time and place for meetings will be established by staff. Meetings venues will be accessible, and sufficient to accommodate Committee members, staff and guests., (Revised - Addition to the Policy) 10.02 Meeting structure, agenda and minute formats should meet the needs of individual Boards/Advisory Committees, while ensuring consistency, completeness and accountability. A Board/Advisory Committee may choose to follow a more informal procedure and allow for a consensus approach to discussion. It is recommended that the following components be included in agendas, where specific subject items are described in each component: a) date, time, location of meeting; b) members present (include office, i.e. Chair, Recording Secretary); c) members absent/regrets; d) disclosure of pecuniary interest; e) approval of previous minutes; D presentations/deputations; g) general business and reports; h) correspondence; i) other business; j) closed session; k) next meeting; an t and 1) adjournment. Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 6 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 53 10.03 It is recommended that the Board/Advisory Committee minutes briefly outline the substance of each of the agenda items discussed during the meeting, including actions taken and recommendations by motion. Motions shall not be required to be seconded. The minutes shall be forwarded as soon as possible following the meeting to the City Clerk in order to present them to Council as information on a timely basis. Staff will be required to prepare a report for any recommendation of a Board/Advisory Committee requiring action by Council. Minutes of all meetings must be recorded. 11 Access to Meetings: 11.01 Except as provided in this section, all meetings shall be open to the public and the media and Board/Advisory Committee Minutes shall be available upon request. The Chair or presiding Officer may expel any person for improper conduct at a meeting. 11.02 A meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered is: a) the security of the property of the municipality or local board; b) personnel matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal employees or local board members; c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; d) labour relations or employee negotiations; e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality; f) the receiving of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege; including communications necessary for that purpose; g) a matter in respect of which the board or Committee may hold a closed meeting under the authority of another Act; or h). for the purpose of educating or training the members, subject to the condition that no member discusses or otherwise deals with any matter in a way that materially advances the business or decision- making of the Committee. 11.03 Before holding a meeting or part of a meeting that is to be closed to the public, the Board/Advisory Committee shall state by resolution: a) the fact of the holding of the closed meeting; Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 7 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 54 b) the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting; and c) in the case of a meeting for educational or training purposes, that it is closed for that purpose as well. 11.04 All deliberations while inclosed session shall remain confidential unless otherwise approved by Committee in open session. 12 Provision for Accessibility and Diversity: 12.01 Adequate provisions shall be made by the Chair of the Board/Advisory Committee and relevant staff to ensure that meeting locations, agenda and minute formats, communications and conduct of meetings be accessible, to ensure maximum participation and quality customer service. Reference may be made to the provisions of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and similar legislation, policies and guidelines. Membership that reflects the diversity of the City community will be encouraged in the recruitment, selection and appointment process. 13 Pecuniary Interest: 13.01 If a Committee member has a pecuniary interest in any matter and is, or will be, present at a meeting at any time at which the matter is the subject of consideration, the member: a) shall, before any consideration of the matter, at the meeting verbally disclose the interest and its general nature; b) shall not, at any time, take part in the discussion of, or vote on, any question in respect to the matter; and c) shall leave the meeting and remain absent from it at any time during consideration of the matter. 14 City Policies and Procedures: 14.01 Board and Advisory Committee members shall adhere to the policies and procedures of the City of Pickering. 15 General Rules Governing Board and Advisory Committees 15.01 Appointment of a Chair a) Every Committee shall at its first meeting elect one (1) of its members to act as the Chair and one (1) of its members as the Vice Chair. Members of Council who are appointed to a Citizen Advisory Committee are mandated as the Member of Council to be the Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 8 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 Committee's liaison between the Committee and Council and should try to avoid being appointed as Chair or Vice Chair in order to realize more Community involvement. b) In the absence of the Chair, the Vice Chair shall Chair the meeting. In the absence of the Chair and Vice Chair, the members shall elect a Chair during the meeting and he/she shall discharge the duties of the Chair during the meeting or until the arrival of either the Chair or the Vice Chair. 15.02 Quorum a) A majority of the Members of any Committee shall be required to officially constitute a meeting. A majority shall be considered one half of the number of members plus one additional member.. P) If no quorum is present thirty (30) minutes after the time scheduled for a meeting, the Recording Secretary shall call the roll and record the names of the members present, and the meeting shall stand, adjourned until the next meeting date.. .15.03. Reporting.to Council a) In November of each year, Citizen Advisory Committees shall prepare an annual work plan submission, which shall include a report on the year's accomplishments to Council, and a work plan for the next year., b) Every Citizen Advisory Committee matter which needs to be referred to Council shall be done in writing through the staff liaison. The staff liaison assigned to the Committee will submit a memo to Council as Correspondence stating the Committee's recommendations, The Council Correspondence direction will be for Council to "Receive as Information" or to "Refer to a Director" for investigation. No order or authority to do any business shall be recognized as emanating from a Committee, unless it is in writing and approved through a resolution of Council. (Revised - Addition to Policy) Appendix 1 - Terms of Reference i Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 9 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 56 Terms of Reference Appendix 1 1.0 Enabling Legislation 1.1 1.2 2.0 Responsibilities 3.0 Composition 3.1 The Committee shall be comprised of citizen appointments and ( ) member of Council. 4.0 Committee Chair 4.1 The Chair shall be elected by a majority of Committee members for a one year term at the first meeting of each calendar year. An individual shall only act as a Chair for a maximum of two consecutive years unless the Committee determines otherwise with the unanimous consent of its membership. 4.2 The Chair's role is to provide guidance and leadership to the Committee in the completion of its mandate. 4.3 The Chair shall ensure that decorum is maintained at each meeting and that the rules of procedure (as per Procedural By-law 6746/07) are observed. i 5.0 Vice-Chair 5.1 The Vice-Chair shall be elected by a majority of Committee members for a one year term at the first meeting of each calendar year. Policy Title: Boards & Advisory Committees of Council Page 10 of 12 Policy Number: ADM 040 ATTAvHMENT#f TC P EP®RT* C (A O ut 5- t O Advisory Committee on Diversity Advisory Committee on Diversity Existing The Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity was. established by Resolution #67/90,1tem #10, as amended by Resolution #128/00 with a mandate to provide guidance and advice to the community and to the City to promote the full and equal access, opportunity and participation` of all citizens in the social, cultural, economic and political affairs of the community and the City. i Recommended Mandate: To provide guidance and advice to the City relating to inclusiveness and community building to ensure that the contributions, interests and needs of all sectors of Pickering's diverse population are reflected within the City; and To discuss and advise the,'City on how to engage the community, connect neighbourhoods, diverse populations and other demographic groups on diversity and equity issues, programs and activities throughout the City. The Committee is comprised of a variety of representatives which includes a Member of Council, three citizen appointments by Council and the balance of the Committee is comprised of persons appointed by various agencies such as the Durham District School Board, the Durham Catholic District School Board, the Durham Police Service, the Community Development Council Durham, student body. representatives from each Pickering secondary school and the Ontario Race Relations Directorate. ATTACHMENT s- Q 60 List of Boards and Advisory Committees 2010-2014 Committees of Council Acting Mayor Advisory Committee on Diversity Animal Services Appeals Committee Civic Awards Committee Livestock Valuer Pickering Museum Village Advisory. Committee Property Review Committee Rouge Park Alliance Site Plan Advisory Committee Sustainable Pickering Advisory Committee Taxicab Advisory Committee Waterfront Coordinating Committee Legislated Committees Accessibility Advisory Committee City of Pickering 2010 Election Compliance Audit Committee Committee of Adjustment Heritage Pickering Committee Pickering Public Library Board Outside Agency Appointments Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Durham Agricultural Advisory Committee Durham Environmental Advisory Committee Durham Trail Coordinating Committee Land Division Committee Toronto Region Conservation Authority Veridian Corporation C~ o¢~ 61 PiCKERING December 13, 2010 BY-LAWS 7093/10 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of enforcing parking restrictions on private property. (By- law attached) 7094/10 Being a by-law to amend Schedule A of By-law 6604/05 appointing the Chief Building Official, Deputy Chief Building Official and Inspectors. [Refer to New and Unfinished Business page 42] The Corporation of the City of Pickering 62 By-Law No. 7093/10 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the Purpose of Enforcing Parking Restrictions on Private Property WHEREAS pursuant to section 15(I) of the Police Services Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.15, as amended, a municipal council may appoint persons to enforce the by-laws of the municipality; and WHEREAS pursuant to section 15(2) of the said Act, municipal by-law enforcement officers are peace officers for the purpose of enforcing municipal by-laws; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That the following people be hereby appointed as municipal law enforcement officers in and for the City of Pickering in order to ascertain whether the provisions of By-law 2359/87 are obeyed and to enforce or carry into effect the said By-law and are hereby authorized to enter at all reasonable times upon lands municipally known as: a) 925 Bayly Street, 1210 & 1235 Radom Street, 1331, 1350 & 1360 Glenanna Road, 1310.Fieldlight Boulevard, 1958, 1975 Rosefield Road, 1915 Denmar Road, 1635 Pickering Parkway, 1600 Alliance Road, 1250 St. Martins Drive, 1775 Valley Farm Road, 1865 & 1867 Kingston Road & 580 Eyer Drive. Martyn Woodrow Larry Cassel Blair Goble Franklin Barrett Kevin Patterson Paul Rooney b) 1525 & 1535 Diefenbaker Court, 1530 & 1540 Pickering Parkway and 1295 Wharf Street. Danny King c) 735 Sheppard Avenue Robert James Mitchell Darryl John Gordon James Balendra Don Sunny-Guy Steve Craveiro 63 By-law No. 7093/10 (Continued) Page 2 Sukhjinder Singh David Kenny Richard Salmon Rujohn Galo d) 774 Liverpool Road South Don Argiro e) 409 Strouds Lane Nicole Zara f) 570, 650 & 670 Kingston Road James Monaghan Stephen Beattie Tobias Paul 2. The authority granted in section 1 hereto is specifically limited to that set out in section 1, and shall not be deemed, at any time, to exceed the authority set out in section 1. 3. This appointment shall expire upon the person listed in section 1a) ceasing to be an employee of G4 Security or upon G4 Security ceasing to be agents for 925 Bayly,Street, 1210 & 1235 Radom Street, 1331, 1350 & 1360 Glenanna Road, 1310 Fieldlight Boulevard, 1958, 1975 Rosefield Road, 1915 Denmar Road, 1635 Pickering Parkway, 1600 Alliance Road, 1250 St. Martins Drive, 1775 Valley Farm Road, 1865 & 1867 Kingston Road & 580 Eyer Drive, 1 b) ceasing to be an employee of Paragon Security or upon Paragon Security ceasing to be agents for 1525 & 1535 Diefenbaker Court, 1530 & 1540 Pickering Parkway and 1295 Wharf Street, 1c) ceasing to be an employee of Authorized Parking Only Ltd. or upon Authorized Parking Only Ltd. ceasing to be agents for 735 Sheppard Avenue, 1d) ceasing to be an employee of Massey's Restaurant or upon Massey's Restaurant ceasing to be agents for 774 Liverpool Road South, 1e) ceasing to be an employee of DCDSB or upon DCDSB ceasing to be agents for 409 Strouds Lane, 1f) ceasing to be an employee of Personal Protection Plus or upon Personal Protection Plus ceasing to be agents for 570, 670 & 650 Kingston Road, whichever shall occur first. 4. The provisions of this by-law shall come into force and take effect on the day of the final passing thereof. I 64 By-law No. 7093/10 (Continued) Page 3 By-law read a first, second and third time and finally passed this *13th day of December, 2010. David Ryan, Mayor Debbie Shields, City Clerk City 00 Minutes / Meeting Summary Accessibility Advisory Committee i Wednesday, May 26, 2010 PICKERING 7:00 pm CAO Boardroom Attendees: Keith Falconer, Chair Stephen Little, Co-Chair Councillor Littley Terence Arvisais Gwelda MacDonald-Tuttle Aisha Natifa-Heywood Prem Noronha-Waldriff Lisa Harker, Recording Secretary Absent: Marilyn Wallace Susan Wilkinson Stephanie Wilson Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome K. Falconer welcomed everyone to the meeting. 2.0. Durham Head Injury Association All Frank Murphy from the Durham Head Injury Association (HIAD) appeared before the Committee to provide an overview of the association. The HIAD began as a support group for families in 1982 and since has evolved and grown into an association that provides various support and outreach programs. F Murphy described what brain injuries are and reaffirmed the importance of advocacy and prevention initiatives. HIAD website - www.hiad.ca A question and answer period ensued. 3.0 Growth Strategy Program DW & GM Grant McGregor, Principal Planner, Policy and Deborah Wylie, Senior Planner, Policy, appeared before the Committee to provide a presentation on the Growth Strategy Program. D. Wylie provided a brief overview of the study, which identifies a "built-up" area reflecting the urbanized area of Pickering. The Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 City has held various open houses to obtain comments from residents and comments received from these open houses supported intensification of downtown areas and Kingston Road. G. McGregor emphasized that a primary purpose of the plan is to get people out walking in the community and to create a better live/work relationship within the community. D. Wylie outlined the next steps in the process, which include an extension of the Growth Strategy Program and a potential submission of OPA to the Region in June 2011. D. Wylie and G. McGregor welcomed comments from members. Discussion ensued. 4.0 Adoption of Minutes Aril 28, 2010 All Moved by Aisha Natifa-Heywood Seconded by Gwelda MacDonald-Tuttle That the minutes of the April 28, 2010 meeting be adopted. CARRIED 5.0 2010 Accessible Municipal Election Procedures LH There were no comments from the Committee regarding the 2010 Accessible Municipal Election Procedures. Moved by Councillor Littley Seconded by Terry Arvisais That the 2010 Accessible Municipal Election Procedures be endorsed. CARRIED 6.0 Chief Building Official - Correspondence All The Committee reviewed correspondence received from the All members to action Chief Building Official regarding the referral of a Notice of Motion regarding accessibility in Pickering to the Accessibility Advisory Committee for review and comment. The Committee is to review the correspondence and provide a collaborative written response at the meeting on June 23`d Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 7.0 Accessibility Awareness Event All P. Noronha-Waldriff provided an update on the status of the P. Noronha-Waldriff to Accessibility Awareness Event. P. Noronha-Waldriff will be action meeting with key staff members on June 21St to begin planning for the event. It was suggested that the event be held during "Access Awareness Week", which will take place, the last week of May 2011. P. Noronha-Waldriff will provide an update to members at the June meeting. 8.0 Other Business & Adjournment All, 8.1. Correspondence received from the Durham Deaf. Accessibility Committee was received for information. 8.2 Correspondence was received from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration regarding the opening of P. Noronha-Waldriff to nominations for the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship. The action Committee decided to nominate Laura Zutell for her many years of service to the Durham Regional Police Children's Games. 8.3 K. Falconer reminded members to attend the Accessibility Expo on June 17th 8.4 Councillor Littley advised members of the Civic Awards that are taking place on Monday, May 31st and that members may attend to support the Frenchman's Bay Yacht Club and Zoia Horne for their contributions to accessibility. Moved by Gwelda MacDonald Tuttle Seconded by Terry Arvisais That the meeting be adjourned. CARRIED 9.0 Next Meeting All The next meeting has been scheduled for June 23, 2010. Members will be meeting at 6:00 pm at City Hall to do a "walking tour" around the City of Pickering and then a tour of the Library to review accessibility upgrades. Meeting Adjourned: 9:20 pm Copy: City Clerk Page 3 CORP0228-2/02 City o Minutes I Meeting Summary i-i Accessibility Advisory Committee i i Wednesday, September 22, 2010 PICKERING 7000 pm Petticoat Creek Community Centre Attendees: Keith Falconer, Chair Stephen Little, Co-Chair Councillor Littley Terence Arvisais Prem Noronha-Waldriff Lisa Harker, Recording Secretary Absent: Gwelda MacDonald-Tuttle Aisha Natifa-Heywood Marilyn Wallace Susan Wilkinson Stephanie Wilson Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome KF K. Falconer welcomed members and recommended that they continue with the meeting (to exchange information) even though there was no quorum. 2.0. Adoption of Minutes - May 26, 2010 All Due to a lack of quorum, the minutes of the'May 26th meeting were not approved. 3.0 2011 Annual Accessibility- Plan All K. Falconer advised the Committee that due to the fact that there was no quorum, the 2011 Annual Accessibility Plan could not be approved. Discussion ensued with respect to some minor suggestions for the plan. • Councillor Littley suggested that there be addresses included in the Plan to make it easier to identify locations. • K. Falconer suggested that when there were no barriers found, that there be a notation added to show this. • K. Falconer questioned why accessibility of the front entrance to the Eastshore Community Centre is not a Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 priority. P. Noronha-Waldriff to follow up with this. • K. Falconer asked for confirmation that there are two accessible parking spots at Eastshore Community P. Noronha-Waldriff to Centre. P. Noronha-Waldriff to confirm. action • K. Falconer questioned why the Greenwood Library entrance is not being made accessible. P. Noronha- P. Noronha-Waldriff to Waldriff to follow up with this. action • K. Falconer questioned why the facilities at Millennium Square down at the Waterfront are not accessible. K. Falconer noted various concerns with the facilities, such as curb cuts, automatic doors and accessible washrooms. Discussion ensued in regards to options for the washroom door. 4.0 AccessibiIi ` Awareness. Event All Discussion ensued with respect to ideas for the Accessibility Awareness Event planned for 2011. Suggestions were as follows; • Councillor Littley suggested that the Committee obtain staff support for this event. • P. Noronha-Waldriff suggested that the Committee attend Heritage Day to see how the event is run and to obtain ideas for their event. • S. Little suggest'that the Committee start small and build on the event every year. He provided various suggestions for events, including having accessible sports groups attend, inviting Community Groups to attend and having an obstacle course where residents can put themselves in someone else's shoes. • P. Noronha-Waldriff to advise the Committee of Culture & Recreation's approval and to confirm the booking with P. Noronha-Waldriff to the Pickering Town Centre. action • The Committee decided to hold a meeting in November. 5.0 Other Business and Adjournment All 5.1 P. Noronha-Waldriff advised Committee members that a new AODA standard is currently out for review and if members have any comments on the new standard, they can submit their comments by October 1St for consideration. 5.2 K. Falconer distributed the Abilities.ca newsletter for information purposes. Discussion ensued with respect to the Abilities Centre Gala and the potential to purchase tickets for Committee members from the Committee's budget. 5.3 K. Falconer advised the Committee that he has been Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 working with Councillor McLean on the curb and sidewalk issues on Glendale Street. K. Falconer will report back to the K. Falconer to action Committee with their findings. 5.4 L. Harker reminded members that appointments are expiring in December and that they should complete their application forms for re-appointment promptly. 6.0 Next Meeting All November 3, 2010 Meeting Adjourned: 8:30 pm Copy: City Clerk, Page 3 CORP0228-2/02 City 00 Minutes / Meeting Summary Accessibility Advisory Committee i i Wednesday, November 3, 2010 PICKERING 7'00 pm Tower Meeting Room Attendees: Keith Falconer, Chair Stephen Little, Co-Chair Terence Arvisais Aisha Natifa-Heywood Susan Wilkinson Prem Noronha-Waldriff Lisa Harker, Recording Secretary Absent: Councillor Littley Gwelda MacDonald-Tuttle. Marilyn Wallace Stephanie Wilson Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items / Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome KF K. Falconer welcomed members to their last meeting of this term. 2.0 Adoption of Minutes - May 26, 2010 & September 22, 2010 All Moved by Terry Arvisais Seconded by Stephen Little That the minutes of the May 26, 2010 meeting be adopted. CARRIED Moved by Stephen Little Seconded by Terry Arvisais That the minutes of the September 22, 2010 meeting be adopted. CARRIED 3.0 2011 Annual Accessibility Plan All Committee members discussed the plan and made a few additions to their comments from the last meeting. Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 • . S. Wilkinson questioned why there are no sidewalks on Parkham Road leading to Montgomery Park and if and when the City was planning on adding sidewalks. P. Noronha-Waldriff to contact OES (Scott Booker) to P. Noronha-Waldriff to discuss. action • P. Noronha-Waldriff to follow up with Tyler Barnett from P. Noronha-Waldriff to Building to discuss curb grading and design and whether action or not there are current standards in place. • K. Falconer congratulated staff for all of their hard work on the 2011 Annual Accessibility Plan. Moved by Terry Arvisais Seconded by Stephen Little That the 2011 Annual Accessibility Plan be endorsed. CARRIED 4.0 Accessibility Awareness! Event' P. Noronha-Waldriff provided an overview of her preliminary work on the Accessibility Awareness Event. • The Committee has received approval from the Culture & Recreation Division to proceed with the event and the event will be tied into the Bicentennial lineup. • P. Noronha-Waldriff passed around a "Critical Path" for the event (this event will mirror the Heritage Day Event). • P. Noronha-Waldriff has requested $5,000 in the 2011 budget and will advise Committee members if they are P. Noronha-Waldriff to successful in obtaining this. action • A. Natifa-Heywood to contact a speaker who may be available to speak about injuries on the job. A. Natifa-Heywood to • P. Noronha-Waldriff advised the Committee that she has action been in contact with a number of speakers. • Discussion ensued with respect to sponsorship opportunities (to potentially cover the cost of Justin Hines performing). • The Committee decided to proceed with booking Justin Hines to perform at a cost of $2,000. • P. Noronha-Waldriff to contact David Onley to speak at P. Noronha-Waldriff to the event. action • Members to contact groups, agencies and speakers that they would like to have present at the event and to bring ideas for a tagline to the January meeting. P. Noronha-Waldriff to • P. Noronha-Waldriff to transfer $1,000 from the 2010 action budget to the 2011 budget. Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 • A. Natifa-Heywood to create a list of agencies to contact A. Natifa-Heywood to to attend the event. action 5.0 Other Business and Adjournment All 5.1 L. Harker reminded Committee members that applications are due on Friday, November 5tn 5.2 S. Little provided the Committee with a handout of initiatives for the new Committee. Discussion ensued, with all members supporting the goals and incorporating them into next years' Accessibility Workplan. 5.3 P. Noronha-Waldriff to follow up with Tyler Barnett in P. Noronha-Waldriff to Building to determine the status of the City Standards action Accessibility Plan. 5.4 K. Falconer advised the Committee that he would be K. Falconer to action sending a thank you letter to Councillor Littley for her contributions to the Committee. 5.5 K. Falconer provided an update of the October 27th Regional Accessibility Advisory meeting. 5.6 K. Falconer provided Committee members with the book "What's Stopping You?" by Mark Nagler. This book was distributed at the Accessibility Forum. 6.0 Next Meeting All • January 26, 2011 Meeting Adjourned: 9:00 pm Copy: City Clerk Page 3 CORP0228-2/02 City o~ Minutes/Meeting. Summary iii Waterfront Coordinating Committee i i August 19, 2010 0_4 A t PICKERING 7'00 pm Main Committee Room Attendees: Councillor O'Connell, Chair Craig Bamford Jim Dike David Steele Arnold Mostert, Coordinator, Landscape & Park Development Marla Shim, Recording Secretary Absent: Councillor Dickerson, Vice-Chair Kathleen Corcoran Christian Medy David Stone Kevin Tower Also Present: Gord MacPherson, TRCA Item/ Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items/Status Ref # (summary of discussion) `(include deadline as a ro riate 1. Welcome & Introductions Councillor O'Connell welcomed members and recommended that they continue with the meeting (to exchange information) even thought there was no quorum. 2. Approval of Minutes Due to a lack of quorum, the Minutes of the June 17th meeting were not approved. A. Mostert advised members that staff could look into the option of passing a By-law for the City to provide the services for cleaning public storm water oil and grit separators. 3. Receive Correspondence -West Rouge Canoe Club Correspondence from the West Rouge Canoe Club expressing their interest as a community partner for use of the Scudellari house at 1083 Beachpoint Promenade for a permanent club house was circulated to members. Discussion ensued: • Councillor O'Connell advised that discussions are still underway with the Toronto Region & Conservation Authority TRCA regarding the Sculellari property. It will be Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 necessary to complete a structural assessment. • C. Bamford would like it made clear that there will continue to be no vehicular access to the property • A. Mostert advised that he will inquire as to who is responsible for general maintenance of the property. A. Mostert to action. 4. Eastern Trail Enhancements Update A. Mostert advised members that R. Holborn, Division Head, Engineering Services has completed negotiations with the Region of York for enhancements to the Eastern Trail. York has agreed to fund the structural upgrades to the Linton Farmhouse (including adding a washroom) and trail amenities. They will permit an informal picnic and barbecue area near the farmhouse. A decision still has to be made with regards to the tendering process. Councillor O'Connell informed members that the York Durham T. Prevedel to action. agreement was signed off. T. Prevedel, Chief Administrative Officer, will provide details of the agreement at a later date. Councillor O'Connell wanted to make clear to the Committee that the enhancements to the Waterfront Trail were in exchange for the City owned roads that were needed for the Water Pollution Control Plant expansion, and that the enhancements were not in exchange for Pickering to drop the legal action against York Region for the sanitary sewer pipe. A. Mostert noted that the City will need to have a maintenance agreement with TRCA, Region of York and Durham Region. G. MacPherson advised that the TRCA is in the first year of a 3- year greening plan at the Water Pollution Control Plant. The bulk of planting will be done either this spring or next spring. D. Steele requested that staff provide a breakdown of the million dollar surplus, showing details of the value of the waterfront trail. A. Mostert advised that he does not believe there is a million dollar surplus, but these costs were for the relocation of the Linton Farmhouse and associated upgrades. Councillor O'Connell agreed to email members the cost Councillor O'Connell to breakdown, once she receives it. action. 5. Rota Park Master Plan Cost Estimates A. Mostert informed members that City staff met with the consultants regarding the Scudellari property Master Plan. Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 It was agreed that it will be necessary to hold a public meeting. He advised that a quick estimate showed that it would cost approximately three million dollars to implement the Plan. A request was made through the Waterfront Regeneration Trust to consider Rotary Park for Federal funding. .Discussion and questions ensued with regards to the boat launch area: • Permanent fixture? • Size of launch? • Wood or concrete? • Rules and regulations? Councillor O'Connell noted that it would be preferable to build a smaller scale boat launch in an area that is accessible by the public. G. MacPherson advised members that TRCA will look at the G. MacPherson to various aspects of the launch design to ensure that activities in action. the area are not restricted. A. Mostert informed the Committee that it will be necessary to have Council approval before work is started on the construction drawings. 6. Other Business D. Steele made a request for the City and TRCA to tidy up the property at the end of Marksbury Road - cut grass and hedges, etc. G. MacPherson and A. J. Dike also requested cleaning the area at the bottom of Mostert to action. Sunrise Avenue - remove weeds, etc. Councillor O'Connell provided an overview of the August 18th meeting with West Shore residents regarding the flooding issues. She advised that the sanitary and storm lines were not properly installed when first constructed causing the storm water to seep into the sanitary pipes. An Environmental Assessment is expected to be completed in February 2011 and it will then go to Regional Council for approval. A. Mostert advised that a study will be done on disconnecting the rain water leaders from the storm sewer system. Councillor O'Connell informed the Committee that she is currently working with staff to create a Grading By-law. J. Dike requested an update on the Monarch Trail. Page 3 CORP0228-2102 Councillor O'Connell advised that she does not have any recent Councillor O'Connell details on the trail, but will provide members with any updates and A. Mostert to that she receives. action. Councillor O'Connell gave special thanks to City staff (A. Mostert, L. Roberts, L. Harker, M. Shim); G. Macpherson and TRCA staff; and all Committee members for their hard work and support over the last four years 7. Next Meeting To be determined. Meeting Adjourned: 8:20 pm Copy: City Clerk i Page 4 CORP0228-2/02 Cif o¢~ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 1, 2010 7:00 pm Main Committee Room PRESENT: Kevin Ashe David Johnson - Chair Susan Kular Eric Newton - Vice-Chair Keith Wilkinson ALSO PRESENT: Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer Lesley Dunne, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer (1) ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Keith Wilkinson That the agenda for the Wednesday, September 1, 2010 meeting be adopted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Susan Kular That the minutes of the 11th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, August 11, 2010 be adopted as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1 Citqoo Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 1, 2010 7:00 pm Main Committee Room (III) REPORTS 1. (Deferred from the May 19, 2010 meeting) P/CA 15/10 - R. Martin 1131 Ridgewood Court (Lot 52, 40M-1607) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from.Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2864/88 to permit the parking of a commercial vehicle 2.8 metres in height and 7.0 metres in length in the front yard and a parking space to encroach onto a road allowance, whereas the by-law permits a maximum vehicle height of 2.6 metres and a maximum vehicle length of 6.7 metres to be parked in a front yard; and no vehicle parking is to encroach onto any road allowance. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain zoning compliance. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending refusal. Written comments were received from the City's Development Control Manager indicating the encroachment should not be approved as part of this variance application as the City must maintain the road allowance free of encroachments to protect the City's use of the road allowance and the utilities and services that are placed within it. A neighbourhood petition was also received with 20 signatures indicating no objections to the parking of the truck on the driveway on the subject property. Ricky Martin & Dawn Cutler, owners, were present to represent the application. Ed Cutler of 8 Commonwealth Avenue was present in favour of the application. Ricky Martin & Dawn Cutler explained the driveway is large enough to park the truck and a car in front and there are other commercial vehicles in the surrounding area. Ed Cutler provided photos for the Committee Members to review and indicated there are cars parked on the City boulevard throughout the surrounding neighbourhood. 2 Committee of Adjustment City Meeting Minutes .Wednesday, September 1, 2010 7:00 pm PIAI~~MG Main Committee Room Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 15/10 by R. Martin, be Approved on the ground that the parking of a commercial vehicle 2.8 metres in height and 7.0 metres in length in the front yard and a parking space to encroach onto a road allowance are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to the commercial vehicle that is 2.8 metres in height by 7.0 metres in length to be parked in the front yard, as generally _ sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That this variance only applies to the owner of the property at the time of the decision on the application and will become null and void when the ownership of the property is transferred. 3. That no other vehicle is to be parked in front of the commercial vehicle on the municipal road allowance. CARRIED Vote Kevin Ashe in favour David Johnson in favour Susan Kular in favour Eric Newton in favour Keith Wilkinson opposed 2. P/CA 27/10 - N. & P. Daley 240 Twyn Rivers Drive (Lot 33, Con 1 South, Part 16, 40R-4767 and Part 88, 40R-4433) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to permit side yard widths of 1.5 metres on both sides of the existing dwelling, whereas the by-law requires a minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres on one side and 2.4 metres on the other side. 3 Ci o¢~ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 1, 2010 I 7:00 pm Main Committee Room The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit to transform the attached garage into living space. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Nelly & Paul Daley, owners, were present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Moved. by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 27/10 by N. & P. Daley, be Approved on the grounds that the side yard widths of 1.5 metres on both sides of the existing dwelling is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the variance applies only to the existing dwelling, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by August 31, 2012, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3. P/CA 28/10 - 1585708 Ontario Ltd. 1095 Kingston Road (Lot 25, Con 1 South, Part 1, Part of Part 2 & 3, 40R-1860) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 4138/92 and 4361/93 to permit a Retail Warehouse Use with a minimum floor area of 2,500 square metres, whereas the by-law requires a minimum floor area of 5,000 square metres. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit. 4 Committee of Adjustment City Meeting Minutes x Wednesday, September 1, 2010 T - - 7:00 pm 1 Main Committee Room The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were received from the City's Office of Sustainability expressing no objections to reducing the required warehouse size from 5,000 square metres to 2,500 square metres. Written comments were also received from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, expressing no objections to the application. Harvey Gefen, owner, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Keith Wilkinson That application P/CA.28/10 by 1585708 Ontario Ltd., be Approved on the grounds that the minimum floor area of 2,500 square metres for a Retail Warehouse Use is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to Unit 4 and 5, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by August 31, 2012, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4. P/CA 29/10 - C. Fournier 1510 Finch Avenue (Part Lot 20, Con 2 South, Part 2, 40R-2181) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to permit an existing flankage side yard width of 4.8 metres to an existing carport, to permit an existing flankage side yard width of 6.5 metres to an existing garage, to permit a rear yard depth of 0.7 metres to an existing carport, to permit a side yard width of 0.9 metres to an existing shed, to permit a lot coverage of 18 percent for all structures on the property and to permit a lot coverage of 7 percent for all accessory structures on the property, whereas the by-law requires a minimum flankage side yard width of 12.0 metres, minimum flankage side yard width of 5 Cat o Committee of Adjustment y Meeting Minutes f., Wednesday, September 1, 2010 PJr-1T= 7:00 pm %,_y%,uRING Main Committee Room 12.0 metres, a minimum setback of 1.0 metres from all lot lines for all accessory structures, a minimum setback of 1.0 metres from al I lot lines for all accessory structures, maximum lot coverage of 12.2 percent for all structures and maximum lot coverage of 5 percent for all accessory structures. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit to construct a front door on the existing carport. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were also received from the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the Durham Region Health Department, both expressing no objections to the application. Claude Fournier, owner, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Moved by Keith Wilkinson Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 29/10 by C. Fournier, be Approved on the grounds that the existing flankage side yard width of 4.8 metres to an existing carport, an existing flankage side yard width of 6.5 metres to an existing garage, a rear yard depth of 0.7 metres to an existing carport, a side yard width of 0.9 metres to an existing shed, a lot coverage of 18 percent for all structures on the property and a lot coverage of 7 percent for all accessory structures on the property are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances applies only to the existing structures, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by August 31, 2012, -or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY I 6 Committee of Adjustment y Meeting Minutes 4kmz Wednesday, September 1, 2010 7:00 pm Main Committee Room (IV) ADJOURNMENT Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Keith Wilkinson That the 12th meeting of 2,010 the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:26 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2010. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Date Chair Assistant Secretary-Treasurer 7 Cif o¢~ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 pm Main Committee Room PRESENT: Kevin Ashe RECEIVED David Johnson - Chair CITY OF PICKERING Susan Kular Eric Newton - Vice-Chair OCT 1.5 2010 ALSO PRESENT: CLERK'S DIVISION Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer Lesley Dunne, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer ABSENT: Keith Wilkinson (1) ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Susan Kular That the agenda for the Wednesday, September 22, 2010 meeting be adopted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Susan Kular That the minutes of the 12th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, September 1, 2010 be adopted as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1 Ci 19, _ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 22, 2010 P.CXE 7:00 pm Main Committee Room (III) REPORTS 1. P/CA 30/10 - D. Rinneard 5034 Wixson Street (Lot 6, South Part Lot 7, 8, Plan 12) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037 to permit a detached garage partially located within a side yard, to permit a front yard depth of 5.8 metres to ,the existing dwelling and to permit a front yard porch encroachment of 1.8 metres, whereas the by-law requires accessory structures to be located in the rear yard, a minimum front yard depth of 9.0 metres and a maximum front yard encroachment of 1.5 metres. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain zoning compliance and a building permit to renovate and extend the existing detached garage. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were received from Councillor Rick Johnson in support of the application. Written comments were also received from the Durham Region Health Department expressing no objection to the application however once the permit application is received it will be assessed for compliance with the 2006 Ontario Building Code. Duff R•inneard, owner, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Duff Rinneard explained the application and submitted a letter of support from Chris Kellar of 5022 Wixson Street. Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 30/10 by D. Rinneard, be Approved on the grounds that the existing detached accessory building partially located in the side yard, a front yard depth of 5.8 metres to an existing dwelling, and an existing 1.8 metre porch encroachment into a front yard are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 2 Citq oo Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes F~ Wednesday, September 22, 2010 PIK~4_10RNG 7:00 pm Main Committee Room 1. That these variances apply only to the existing structures, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by September 21, 2012 or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 2. P/CA 31/10 - 1262847 Ontario Ltd. 3260 3280 Highway 7 (Part of Lot 3, Concession 6) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037, as amended by By-law 2623/87 to recognize as a permitted use an existing 375 square metre vehicle repair shop (Meineke Car Care Centre) within a portion of an existing building and to permit the remaining portion (655 square metres) to. be used for a foam insulation establishment with accessory indoor storage, whereas the by-law only permits a vehicle sales or rental establishment as a permitted use. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain zoning compliance. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval for the existing repair shop subject to conditions and refusal for the proposed foam insulation establishment. Written comments were received from Councillor Rick Johnson in support of the application. Written comments were received from the Durham Region Health Department expressing no objection with the application. Written comments were also received from Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority expressing no objection to the application and noted the owner/applicant be advised that prior to any development on the site within regulated areas, written permission from the Authority is required. David Grant, owner, Grant Morris, agent, were present to represent the application. Kevin Wright of 3260 Hwy 7 and Phillip Ayliffe of 3280 Hwy 7 were present in favour of the application. David Grant explained the insulation company is a community oriented company, will be an economic benefit to the area, will function similar to a flooring and carpet use, will have a showroom, eco-friendly and will improve the subject property. 3 Cttq o¢~ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 pm Main Committee Room Grant Morris provided his opinion that the Committee has the ability to approve the requested variances, provided an explanation of the operation of the business, and the application meets all the tests of the Planning Act. In response to a question from a Committee Member, Grant Morris noted the Committee has already added a carpet use on the subject property and the requested variance is very similar. Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 31/10 by 1262847 Ontario Ltd., be Approved on the grounds that the existing 375 square metre vehicle repair shop is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to the eastern section of the west building (3260 Highway 7), as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That only one vehicle repair shop (as a principle use) is permitted on the subject property. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 31/10 by 1262847 Ontario Ltd., be Approved on the grounds that the proposed foam insulation establishment with accessory indoor storage is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition: 1. That the owner submits an application to the City of Pickering to amend the zoning by-law for the subject property within two years from the date of the decision or this decision shall become null and void. MOTION LOST 4 Citqoo _ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes i Wednesday, September 22, 2010 jJT 7:00 pm 1, 1 Main Committee Room Moved by David Johnson Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 31/10, by 1262847 Ontario Ltd., be Deferred to the next meeting to conduct a site visit and to obtain additional information for the foam insulation establishment. MOTION LOST The Chair adjourned for an in-camera session. The Committee adjourned at 7:45 pm. The Committee reconvened at 7:50 pm. Moved by David Johnson Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 31/10 by 1262847 Ontario Ltd be moved to the last item on the agenda. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY The Committee resumed discussion on P/CA 31/10 at 8:30 pm. In response to a question from a Committee Member, David Grant provided a detailed explanation of the functionality of the foam insulation establishment. Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 31/10 by 1262847 Ontario Ltd., be Approved on the grounds that the proposed foam insulation establishment with accessory indoor storage is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the approval of this variance be for a two year period from the date of this decision and on September 24, 2012 this decision shall become null and void and that the owner submit an application to amend the zoning by-law for the subject property. 2. That a minimum of 20 percent of the gross leasable floor area of the insulation establishment be for retail/showroom purposes. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 5 o¢~ - Committee of Adjustment JLA~ Meeting Minutes n Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 pm Main Committee Room 3. P/CA 32/10 - R. & N. Armstrong 1434 Rougemount Drive (Part of Lot 17, Plan 228, Part 3, 40R-16847) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2912/88 to permit a proposed attached private garage to extend a maximum of 9.6 metres beyond the front wall of an existing dwelling, whereas the by-law does not permit any attached private garage to extend more than 2.0 metres beyond the front wall of the dwelling. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were also received from Gino Hamparian of 1432 Rougemount Drive in objection to the application. Correspondence received from Gino Hamparian expressed several concerns with the size and orientation of the proposed garage, the location of the garage will be blocking two large windows of a home office, it is not in keeping with the previously established architecture of the street and will have a negative impact on his property. Robert Armstrong, owner, was present to represent the application. Gino Hamparian of 1432 Rougemount Drive was present in objection to the application. Robert Armstrong explained the proposed garage will be in character with the surrounding neighbourhood and blend with the existing dwelling.. In response to a question from a Committee Member Gino Hamparian indicated to the Committee were the two windows are on his property that would be blocked by the proposed garage. Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 32/10 by R. & N. Armstrong, be Deferred until the next meeting in order to give the Committee Members an opportunity to visit the site. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6 Committee of Adjustment City Meeting Minutes e,- Wednesday, September 22, 2010 P1 7:00 pm Main Committee Room 4. P/CA 33/10 - T. & S. O'Gorman 537 Mountain Ash Drive (Lot 47 Plan 40M-1866) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2511 to permit two accessory structures located within a side yard, whereas the by-law requires accessory structures to be located in the rear yard. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to construct two small sheds adjacent to the side wall of the house. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were received from the City's Supervisor, Building Permits expressing the accessory structures will require a building permit if attached to the main dwelling or if greater than 10 square metres in area. Written comments were also received from the City's Development Control Manager expressing the relief requested should not be permitted as the proposed accessory structures would be located within a storm sewer easement. Shaun & Teresa O'Gorman, owners, were present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Shaun O'Gorman explained the application and noted they are aware the accessory buildings should be on a moveable platform. In response to a question from a Committee Member the Secretary-Treasurer explained the comments received from the City's Supervisor, Building Permits and highly recommend the accessory buildings be built'on a moveable platform. Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 33/10 by T. & S. O'Gorman, be Approved on the grounds that the proposed accessory buildings located in the side yard is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition: 7 I ~itq o¢ Committee of Adjustment Aga, Meeting Minutes - Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 pm PIM.~~RNG Main Committee Room 1. That this variance applies only to the proposed structures, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's plans submitted with this application. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 5. P/CA 34/10 - G. & A. Lomer 179 Thicket Crescent (Lot 54, Plan 40M-1778) City of Pickering The applicants request relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 4271/93 to permit a 0.3 metre side yard width to an existing gazebo and 0.5 metre side yard width to an existing shed, whereas the by-law requires a minimum side yard width of 1.0 metre for all accessory structures. The applicants request approval of this variance in order to obtain zoning compliance. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were received from Councillor Rick Johnson in support of the application. Eleven form letters were also received from surrounding neighbours indicating no objections to the structures located in the rear yard of the subject property. Gord & Anita Lomer, owners, were present to represent the application. Melissa Hillier of 1726 Ada Court and Jeff Lomer of 177 Whilshire Drive were present in support of the application and both indicated the property is well maintained, provides additional privacy and enhances the neighbourhood. Steve & Wanda Trandovski of 177 Thicket Crescent were present in objection to the application. Gord & Anita Lomer explained the application and provided four additional support form letters from surrounding neighbours and also provided pictures for the Committee to review. Steve & Wanda Trandovski expressed concerns that the gazebo roof and the shed are too close to the fence, and that the resulting roof drainage will land in their yard. 8 Committee of Adjustment - Meeting Minutes i Wednesday, September 22, 2010 PICKEWNG 7:00 pm Main Committee Room Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 34/10 by G. & A. Lomer, be Approved on the grounds that the 0.3 metre and 0.5 metre side yard width to an existing rear yard gazebo and shed are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances applies only to the existing gazebo and shed, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant provides a gutter and ensures that rainwater runoff from the gazebo and shed roof is contained on the subject property. 3. That the applicant contacts the Planning & Development Department to arrange for an inspection of the gazebo and to confirm that the requirements of condition 2 have been satisfied by March 22, 2011 or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (IV) ADJOURNMENT Moved by Susan Kular Seconded by Eric Newton That the 13th meeting of 2010 the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 8:45 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on Wednesday, October 13, 2010. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY C/ Date -T Chair 109 Assistant Secretary-Treasurer 9 Committee of Adjustment (Z`tq Neeting Minutes Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:04 pm _ Main Committee Room PRESENT: Kevin Ashe David Johnson - Chair Susan Kular Eric Newton - Vice-Chair Keith Wilkinson ALSO PRESENT: Ross Pym, Secretary-Treasurer Lesley Dunne, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer (1) ADOPTION OF AGENDA Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Keith Wilkinson That the agenda for the Wednesday, October 13, 2010 meeting be adopted. I CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (11) ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Susan Kular Seconded by Eric Newton That the minutes of the 13th meeting of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, September 22, 2010 be adopted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1 Ci o¢~ - Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes R'- Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:04 pm Main Committee Room (III) REPORTS 1. (Deferred at the September 22, 2010 meeting) P/CA 32/10 - R. & N. Armstrong 1434 Rougemount Drive (Part of Lot 17, Plan 228, Part 3, 40R-16847) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036, as amended by By-law 2912/88 to permit a proposed attached private garage to extend a maximum of 9.6 metres beyond the front wall of an existing dwelling, whereas the by-law does not permit any attached private garage to extend more than 2.0 metres beyond the front wall of the dwelling. The applicant requests approval of this variance in order to obtain a building permit. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were also received from Gino Hamparian of 1432 Rougemount Drive in objection to the application. Correspondence received from Gino Hamparian expressed several concerns with the size and orientation of the proposed garage, the location of the garage will block two large windows of a home office, it is not in keeping with the previously established architecture of the street and will have a negative impact on his property. Robert Armstrong, owner, was present to represent the application. Eric Hudson of 1404 Rougemount Drive and Ricardo Agraso of 130 Woodview Drive were present in favour of the application. Gino Hamparian of 1432 Rougemount Drive was present in objection to the application. Robert Armstrong explained the application, understands the neighbours concerns and noted he is trying to be respectful to the surrounding neighbours and neighbourhood. In response to questions from a Committee Member, Robert Armstrong indicated the driveway will be reconfigured to the garage and mature trees will not be removed with the expectation of an apple tree. 2 Citqo¢ - Committee of Adjustment 141 A-Mal Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:04 pm J PL I i=Nr, R f N G Main Committee Room i i Eric Hudson indicated the Committee approved a similar variance for his property last year and feels the subject application will enhance the property values in the neighbourhood. Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Eric Newton That application P/CA 32/10 by R. & N. Armstrong, be Approved on the grounds that the 9.6 metre private garage extension beyond the front wall of the existing dwelling is a minor variance that is desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That this variance applies only to the proposed private garage extension, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application that includes the garage doors perpendicular to the front lot line and a residential fagade on the wall facing the street. 2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by October 12, 2012, or this decision shall become null and void. 3. That the applicant ensures that living space above the garage (with contiguous access into the existing building) is provided as part of its construction or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 2. P/CA 35/10 - K. & M. Brown 834 Naroch Boulevard (Lot 257, Plan 'M 14) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 2520 to permit a rear yard depth of 5.1 metres to a proposed sunroom, a side yard width of 1.1 metres to an existing attached garage, an accessory building side yard width of 0.4 metres and a rear yard depth of 0.6 metres, and a lot coverage of 39 percent, whereas the by-law requires a minimum rear yard depth of 7.5 metres, a minimum side yard width of 1.5 metres, a minimum accessory building setback of 1.0 metre from all lot lines and a maximum lot coverage of 30 percent. 3 Citq 00 Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes _ Wednesday, October 13, 2010 PIA.-IX10111URING 7:04 pm Main Committee Room The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit for the proposed sunroom. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. John Lewandonski, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. John Lewandonski explained the shed is existing and can be moved if required and submitted a form letter signed by two surrounding neighbours indicating no objections to the application. Moved by Eric Newton Seconded by Keith Wilkinson That application P/CA 35/10 by K. & M. Brown, be Approved on the grounds that the rear yard depth of 5.1 metres, side yard width of 1.1 metres, an accessory building side yard width of 0.4 metres, a rear yard depth of 0.6 metres and a lot coverage of 39 percent are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances applies only to the proposed sunroom, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by October 12, 2012, or this decision shall become null and void. 3. That the owner either obtains approval from the all benefiting easement parties that they consent to allowing the shed within the easement lands or the shed be moved out of the easement lands all to the satisfaction of the City of Pickering by October 12, 2011 or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4 L Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 13, 2010 PAY11f %-._U 7:04 pm Main Committee Room 3. P/CA 36/10 - G. & T. Abdee 1773 Central Street (Lot 37 & 38, Plan 43) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3037, as amended by By-law 6640/06 to permit a front yard depth of 8.6 metres to an existing dwelling and to permit a height of 5.9 metres for the proposed two storey detached garage whereas the by-law requires .a minimum front yard depth of 9.0 metres and a maximum height of 3.5 metres for accessory structures. The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit for the proposed garage. The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written comments were received from the City's Development Control Manager expressing no concerns. Written comments were also received from the Region of Durham Health Department requesting a detailed drawing of the property showing the location of the proposed building and the existing septic system before providing comments. Gary & Tamara Abdee, owners, were present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application. Gary & Tamara Abdee explained the proposed two storey detached garage is to provide additional storage and provided a floor plan and pictures for the Committee to review. Moved by Keith Wilkinson Seconded by Susan Kular .That application P/CA 36/10 by G. & T. Abdee, be Approved on the grounds that the front yard depth of 8.6 metres and the height of 5.9 metres for an accessory structure are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances applies only to the existing dwelling and the proposed garage, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 5 Citqo¢ Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:04 pm Main Committee Room 2. As part of the building permit submission, the applicant ensures that no habitable space is proposed within the proposed detached garage. 3. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by October 12, 2012, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4. P/CA 37/10 - D. Donato & P. Bonvaitacola 1910 Pine Grove Avenue (Part lot 26, Plan 329) City of Pickering The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 3036 to permit a two storey addition onto the existing detached dwelling and proposes the following variances listed in Column I whereas the by-law requires for the minimum/maximum listed in Column II: Column I Column II Nature of Variance Applicant's Zoning By-law Proposal Requirement A minimum lot frontage 13.6 metres 60 metres B minimum lot area 0.08 hectares 0.8 hectares C maximum lot coverage 30 percent 10 percent D maximum lot coverage for all 9 percent 5 percent accessory structures E minimum front yard depth 2.3 metres 12.0 metres F minimum side yard depth to 2.2 metres 3.0 metres proposed covered deck G minimum side yard depth to 2.4 metres 3.0 metres ro osed two store addition H minimum side yard depth to 0.3 metre 3.0 metres existing dwelling I & J minimum setback from all lot 0.3 metre 1.0 metres line for all accessory structures The applicant requests approval of these variances in order to obtain a building permit for the proposed house addition. 6 Ci o Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes Q Wednesday, October 13, 2010 ING 7:04 pm Main Committee Room The Secretary-Treasurer outlined comments received from the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department recommending approval subject to conditions. Written. comments were also received from the City's Development Control Manager indicating grading and drainage concerns for the proposed addition will be addressed at the building permit stage. Dominic Di Donta & Paola Bonvaitacola, owners, were present to represent the application. Pauline Long & Annie Smith of 1818 Nordane Drive were present to obtain additional information on the application. Pauline Long & Annie Smith questioned the dwelling design, location and concerned with mature trees being removed along the property line. In response to questions, Dominic Di Donta indicated he did not have any plans or drawings to review with the Committee or public and explained the mature trees along the property line should not be affected. Moved by Kevin Ashe Seconded by Susan Kular That application P/CA 37/10 by D. Di Donato & P. Bonvaitacola, be Approved on the grounds that the existing lot frontage of 13.6 metres, existing lot area of 0.08 hectares, existing front yard depth of 2.3 metres, side yard depth of 2.2 metres to a proposed covered deck, side yard depth of 2.4 metres to a proposed two storey addition, side yard depth of 0.3 metres to the existing dwelling, rear yard depths of 0.3 metre to an existing accessory structure, a lot coverage of 30 percent, and a lot coverage of 9 percent for all accessory structures are minor variances that are desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law, subject to the following conditions: 1. That these variances applies only to the existing and proposed function and use of the existing and proposed structures, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant's submitted plans with this application. 2. That the applicant demolish and remove the accessory structure in the north west corner of the subject property to the satisfaction of the City Pickering. 3. That any garage on the subject property shall be required to have a minimum front yard depth of 5.0 metres in order to be compatible with the existing neighbourhood. 7 co Committee of Adjustment Meeting Minutes r Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:04 pm APIIAX-INJU Main Committee Room 4. That the applicant obtains a building permit for the proposed construction by October 12, 2012, or this decision shall become null and void. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (IV) ADJOURNMENT Moved by Susan Kular Seconded by Keith Wilkinson That the 14th meeting of 2010 the Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 7:41 pm and the next meeting of the Committee of Adjustment be held on Wednesday, November 3, 2010. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ~J- Date Chair Assista ecretary-Treasurer 8 City o0 Minutes Pickering Advisory Committee _ on Race Relations & Equity PI KERI September 9, 2010 7:00 pm Pickering Civic Complex, Main Committee Meeting Room Attendees: Councillor David Pickles, Chair Sethu Madhavan, Community Appointee Devinder Kaur Panesar, Community Appointee Constable Keith Richards, Durham Regional Police Anusheh Fawad, Pine Ridge Secondary School [YOU]nity Renee Premdas [YOU]nity Lalita Persaud [YOU]nity Marisa Carpino, City of Pickering Linda Roberts, Recording Secretary Absent: Raymond George Facey, Community Appointee Steve Holt, Community Appointee Kirk Mark, Community Appointee Tanya Taylor, Pickering Public Library Margaret Lazarus, Altona Forest Public School Alma Sandoval, Hispanic Canadian Alliance of Ontario Fred Gibson, Pickering Carib Canadian Cultural Association Philip Howard, Durham District School Board Sylvie Morel-Foster, Durham Catholic District School Board Item / Details & Discussion & Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1.0 Welcome All M. Carpino provided a brief overview of the Race Relations Committee' for the benefit of the new [YOU]nity members resent. Introductions were made around the table. 2.0 Review of Action Items All M. Carpino reviewed the June action items and noted that the statement had been confirmed for the writing contest. She also provided an overview of the program. 3.0 Update: In Your Words & Expressions Contest All M. Carpino provided an overview on the progress to date and passed around the flyer which is being distributed which provides a description and guidelines for the program. She also provided the Committee with a bound copy of the book which will be distributed to all schools. She noted that she Page 1 CORP0228-2/02 had been informed that the School Board offices no longer accept large packages which could create a problem for the distribution of the books. Councillor Pickles noted funds were available to possibly courier them or forward them through the mail. M. Carpino noted the letters which were distributed to the school superintendents as well as the flyers last year went over very well. She noted it was difficult to generate interest among high school'students and [YOU]nity offered to assist in this'area. M. Carpino also indicated that the timelines worked out very well last year with the December 1 st deadline for submissions. 4.0 Update:' YOU nit :2010, Activities Review A. Fawad provided a brief overview of the 2010 activities of the [YOU]nity subcommittee, noting they would be doing the Coffee House and March Break Diversity Camp again. He informed the Committee they were planning to incorporate a couple of new events for next year, Black History Month and Taste of Pickering, to showcase Pickering's diversity through various restaurants throughout the City. It was suggested that [YOU]nity collaborate with the Pickering Library on Black History Month, as they already have a program on this. It was also suggested the Taste of Pickering could be partnered with the Library as well or a charity. Possible timeframes for the events as follows; • November - Coffee House • February - Black History Month • March - March Break Diversity Camp • May - Taste of Pickering Discussion ensued with respect to the Coffee House event. M. Carpino questioned whether a larger venue would be M. Carpino to action needed for next time and offered to look into the possibility of using the Council Chambers. With respect to the March Break Diversity Camp, M. Carpino noted the dates were already booked through the Library for M. Carpino to action March 12th and 13th. M. Carpino will provide [YOU]nity with the new contact person at the Library. She also noted she could provide assistance with promotion through the Community Page ads and the family calendar, but would require the information 3 weeks in advance. M. Carpino informed the committee funds for the camp could be available in advance of the event once a budget has been submitted to her. Page 2 CORP0228-2/02 A. Fawad informed the Committee they had received a lot of interest from Grade 8 students to join [YOU]nity and will follow up through email. 5.0 Other Business 5.1) M. Carpino advised the Committee that the citizen appointments would be up at the end of November this year. Due to the elections being held on October 25th, this will be the last meeting for Race Relations for this year. Anyone wishing to remain on the Committee will need to reapply. 5.2) Councillor Pickles expressed his appreciation and thanked all members and volunteers for their efforts on the Committee and participation in all initiatives. Meeting Adjourned: 8:10 pm Copy: City Clerk Page 3 CORP0228-2/02