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WOINSONNK Monday, February 3, 2014
7:00 pm - Council Chambers
Chair: Councillor McLean
Present:
Mayor Ryan
Councillors:
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K. Ashe
D. Dickerson
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
P. Rodrigues
Absent:
D. Pickles - absent
Also Present:
P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, (Acting) City Clerk
M. Carpino - Director, Culture & Recreation
R. Holborn - Director, Engineering & Public Works
T. Melymuk - Director, City Development
B. Douglas - Fire Chief
J. Hagg - Deputy Fire Chief, Training & Fire Prevention
C. Rose - Chief Planner
L. Harker - (Acting) Supervisor, Legislative Services
(I) Disclosure of Interest
Councillor Ashe declared a conflict of interest regarding Report PLN 04-14 - 1305
and 1315 Pickering Parkway, as he is a tenant in the building. Councillor Ashe did
not participate in the discussion on this matter.
(II) Part A— Planning & Development Reports
1. Director, City Development, Report PLN 04-14
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 7/13
Michael King, representative for the applicant, appeared before the Committee to be
available to respond to questions.
Recommendation
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Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 7/13, submitted by Picore Holdings
Limited, to permit a "Professional Office" use on lands municipally know as 1305 and
1315 Pickering Parkway, be approved, and that the draft Zoning By-law Amendment
as set out in Appendix Ito Report PLN 04-14 be forwarded to Council for enactment.
Carried
(III) Part B— Executive Committee Reports
1. Director, Engineering & Public Works, Report ENG 03-14
Multi-use Trail and Restoration along West Duffins Creek
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Mayor Ryan
1. That Report ENG 03-14 of the Director, Engineering & Public Works regarding
the construction of a section of the Multi-use trail and restoration along the West
Duffins Creek be received;
2. That Council approve the hiring of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
(TRCA) in accordance with the City's Purchasing Policy 09.09;
3. That the quotation as submitted by the Toronto and Region Conservation
Authority (TRCA) for the construction of a section of the Multi-use trail in the
total amount of$188,076.64 (HST included) be accepted;
4. That the quotation as submitted by the TRCA for restoration work along the
West Duffins Creek in the total amount of$95,880.47 (HST included) be
accepted;
5. That the total gross project cost of$227,865.00 (HST included) including the
quoted amount and other associated costs and the total net project cost of
$205,200.00 (net of HST rebate) for the construction of a section of the Multi-
use trail be accepted;
6. That the total gross project cost of$105,469.00 (HST included) including the
quoted amount and other associated costs and the total net project cost of
$94,978.00 (net of HST rebate) for restoration works along the West Duffins
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Creek be accepted;
7. That Council authorizes the Division Head, Finance &Treasurer to finance the
two projects as follows:
a. The sum of$205,200.00 to be funded by a contribution from the Region of
York for the construction of a section of the Multi-use trail;
b. The sum of$94,978.00 to be funded by a contribution from the Region of
York for restoration works along the West Duffins Creek; and
8. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary
action to give effect thereto.
Carried
2. Director, Engineering & Public Works, Report ENG 04-14
Whitevale Master Drainage Plan Municipal Class Environmental Assessment
Glenn Farmer, AECOM, appeared before the Committee to provide an overview
of the Whitevale Master Drainage Plan Municipal Class Environmental
Assessment with the aid of a Power Point presentation. Mr. Farmer advised
Council of the work that has been done, including public consultations and •
suggested solutions for improving the storm drainage system in Whitevale.
Robert Quig, WDRA Storm Water Committee, appeared before the Committee in
support of improving the storm drainage system in Whitevale. As a member of the
WDRA Storm Water Committee, Mr. Quig stressed the importance of preserving
the natural heritage of the village and expressed concern about large scale
excavation digging and storm water management. Mr. Quig would like to ensure
that, as the process evolves, the Committee is kept apprised of the details and
that the surrounding developing areas that may affect the storm water flow are
examined. Mr. Quig would also like to ensure that details, such as the use of
organic binder for the roads, are not removed from the project.
A question and answer period ensued with staff providing further project and
budget details.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Rodrigues
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1. That Report ENG 04-14 of the Director, Engineering & Public Works concerning
the Whitevale Master Drainage Plan be received;
2. That Council endorse the March 2013 Whitevale Master Drainage Plan
completed by AECOM; and
3. That staff be authorized to implement the recommendations within the
Whitevale Master Drainage Plan subject to budget and further Council approval
for individual projects.
Carried
3. Director, Engineering & Public Works, Report ENG 05-14
Proposed All-way Stop Maple Ridge Drive and
Maple Gate Road/Pebblestone Crescent
Michael Ordanis, 1238 Maple Ridge Drive, appeared before the Committee in
support of an amendment to Report ENG 05-14. Mr. Ordanis provided the Committee
with an overview of the accidents and safety issues of the sharp corner on Maple
Ridge Drive and voiced his support for a stop sign, preferably at the Harvest and
Maple Ridge Drive intersection for the purpose of slowing motorists down.
A question and answer period ensued.
Anne MacLeod, 1243 Maple Ridge Drive, appeared before the Committee in support
of an amendment to Report ENG 05-14. Ms. MacLeod advised the Committee that
she was concerned with the safety of residents and children in the area as her house
was involved in an accident. Ms. MacLeod's preferred location for a stop sign is the
Fieldstone or Harvest and Maple Ridge Drive intersection.
Alex Pernout, 1241 Maple Ridge Drive, appeared before the Committee in support of
an amendment to Report ENG 05-14. Mr. Pernout also expressed his concern for the
safety of residents and children in the area and advised the Committee that his
preferred location would be the Harvest and Maple Ridge Drive intersection.
Ralph Mikhael, 1237 Maple Ridge Drive, appeared before the Committee. Mr.
Mikhael advised the Committee that he and his wife are afraid every time they back
out of their driveway and believes that a stop sign would decrease the speed of
motorists on their street. Mr. Mikhael is also in favour of a stop sign at Harvest and
Maple Ridge Drive.
Jeannie Ordanis, 1238 Maple Ridge Drive, appeared before the Committee in
support of an amendment to Report ENG 05-14. Ms. Ordanis expressed her concern
as a parent, for the safety of all of the children in the area and advised the Committee
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that there should be school crossing signs in the neighbourhood. Ms. Ordanis is in
favour of the Harvest and Maple Ridge Drive location.
A question and answer period ensued with staff. Richard Holborn, Director,
Engineering & Public Works clarified the established criteria for a stop sign and
provided an explanation as to why the intersection at Maple Ridge and Maple Gate
was selected as the appropriate location for a four way stop. Councillor Dickerson
requested that Council receive a copy of the police reports on the accidents in this
area.
Recommendation
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Ashe
1. That Report ENG 05-14 of the Director, Engineering & Public Works regarding
the proposed installation of an all-way stop control at Maple Ridge Drive and
Maple Gate Road/Pebblestone Crescent be received;
2. That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Schedule "7" to By-law
6604/05 to provide for the regulation of stop signs on highways or parts of
highways under the jurisdiction of the Corporation of the City of Pickering,
specifically to address the proposed installation of all-way stop control at the
intersection of Maple Ridge Drive and Maple Gate Road/Pebblestone
Crescent.
Carried
(IV) Other Business
1. Councillor O'Connell gave notice that she would be bringing forward a Notice of
Motion for the February 24th Council meeting regarding the surplus lands of St.
Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School.
2. Councillor O'Connell requested that staff review the timing for Children's
Programming at the Recreation Complex as she has received some comments
from residents that the afternoon classes offered interfere with all-day
kindergarten classes.
(V) Adiournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 pm.
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