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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 11, 2017c4 DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 - 7:00 pm Council Chambers Present: Mayor Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe M. Brenner S. Butt I. Cumming B. McLean D. Pickles Also Present: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer K. Bentley - Director, City Development & CBO P. Bigioni - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor M. Carpino Director, Community Services R. Holborn - Director, Engineering Services J. Hagg - Fire Chief S. Karwowski -Director, Finance & Treasurer C. Grant - CEO, Pickering Public Library B. Duffield - Division Head, Operations D. Shields City Clerk C Rose - Chief Planner J. Halsall - Manager, Budgets & Internal Audit L. Narraway - Supervisor, Animal Services P. Creamer - Senior Accounting Analyst, Internal Audit L. Roberts - Committee Coordinator (I) Invocation Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation. (II) Disclosure of Interest There were no disclosures of interest noted. (III) Adoption of Minutes Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Butt Resolution #370/17 1 Cts g DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 - 7:00 pm Council Chambers Council Meeting Minutes, November 13, 2017 Executive Committee Minutes, December 4, 2017 Planning & Development Committee Minutes, December 4, 2017 Carried (IV) Presentations 1. Paul White, President Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association Paul White, President, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association appeared before Council to present a cheque in the amount of $500.00, proceeds raised through a fundraising effort to go to a new Pickering Animal Services Shelter. He noted that through their partnership with the City of Pickering, they look forward to larger projects next summer in order to assist Animal Services in funding a new location for the shelter. Mayor Ryan invited Lindsey Narraway, Supervisor, Animal Services to the dias to accept the cheque on behalf of Pickering Animal Services. (V) Delegations 1. John Sabean, Chair Sarah Sheehy, Vice -Chair Pickering Public Library John Sabean, Chair, Pickering Public Library appeared before Council to provide an outline of the Board's annual report. Through the aid of a power point presentation, he outlined various methods of engagement, noting their focus in the past ten years encompased a variety of groups and included the commissioning of community surveys. He noted that through this community engagement, residents had indicated a high rate of satisfaction, and they had received positive feedback with respect to resident's needs from program evaluations. Sarah Sheehy, Vice -Chair, Pickering Public Library, appeared before Council and continued the presentation, outlining the areas for improvement which had been received through community feedback. This included a lack of space, longer weekend hours and additional programming for children. She also noted the many positive aspects of the Library with residents noting their connection with the community, staff, as well as the digital resources available. She stated that the Library is popular among many various demographics. 2 c4 PICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm Council Chambers A brief question and answer period ensued with C. Grant, CEO, Pickering Public Library responding to Members queries with respect to the Library services and how they respond to the needs of mental health and homelessness. 2. Preet Jassal, President Pickering Activity Council for Teens (Pac 4 Teens) Preet Jassal, President, Pickering Activity Council for Teens appeared before Council. With the aid of a power point presentation, she outlined their recent Youth Forum, noting they had received a $50,000 Canada 150 Fund, and identified numerous partners they had worked with to make this event successful and also provided additional funding. She provided an outline of the various activities conducted throughout the day, which focused on youth aged 13-19. She noted the event provided hundreds of Pickering youth with an experiential Confederation Journey of the past and present, and also provided them an opportunity to be heard with respect to Pickering's future, as well as gaining entrepreneurial skills, Ms. Jassal also explained the areas of participation, providing a video on a hip hop dance in the rink they had conducted. In closing, Ms. Jassal also noted that the Youth Forum had been chosen for the Ontario Municipal Social Services (MSSA) Municipal Accessibility Awards and Recognition Program, which recognizes a champion who has displayed extrodinary leadership. She stated youth programs have exceeded expectations and have seen high attendance throughout the year. 3. Tim Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator Accessibility Advisory Committee Tim Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator, appeared before Council on behalf of the Accessibility Advisory Committee, seeking Council support to help effect change in order to seek a more accessible perspective with Durham Transit policies. He noted there was an opportunity to identify potential improvements which included customer service for persons with disabilities and seniors, as well as support for people with invisible disabilities such as autism. He also discussed enhancements to driver training and quality standards for accessible taxi services. Mr. Higgins outlined examples of incidents where numerous calls were not returned and residents had been left feeling a lack of independence and lost dignity, which does not properly reflect the spirt of Human Rights Code or Ontario Law (AODA). He stated a need to collaboratively with area municipalities raise attention to these issues at the leadership level at Durham Transit and respectfully requested Council support in this regard. A discussion period ensued with Members seeking clarification on how assessments and standards can vary for specialized service, depending on the disability. They also questioned the degree of driver training. Members also suggested that the letter be forwarded to the Transit Advisory Committee as well. 3 qty �S DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Resolution #371/17 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Butt That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to hear Correspondence Item 63- 17 as the next order of business. (VI) Correspondence 1. Corr. 63-17 Tim Higgins, Accessibility advisory Committee City of Pickering Resolution #372/17 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Ashe Carried That Corr. 63-17 received from Tim Higgins, Accessibility Coordinator, City of Pickering, seeking Council endorsement of a motion passed by the Accessibility Advisory Committee with respect to Durham Transit be endorsed. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote Delegations Continued 4. Paul White Re: Notice of Motion Paul White appeared before Council with respect to the Notice of Motion regarding the creation of a vision for the Nautical Village and Waterfront Communities. He noted his support of the motion, but stated concerns with respect to the TRCA lands on the east side of Frenchman's Bay, questioning what would transpire on the west side. Mr. White also noted his concerns with respect to the Notice of Motion pertaining to the widening of driveways. He noted that in his area of Cliffview Drive, widening driveways has already begun, and noted his concerns with water runoff. He also questioned whether there were any by-laws in place to restrict this, and also questioned enforcement. 4 e4 DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Anita Devries Re: Report FIN 28-17 Anita Devries appeared before Council representing the Durham Builders Association with respect to the Development Charges By-law. She noted that they were pleased with the process and background study conducted. She noted the challenges with reducing the timeline to 5 years and waiting for approvals. She stated that older homes that needed to be demolished would remain, which could invite vandalism. She indicated that it may be beneficial to allow re -development credit if built within ten years. She recommended keeping the 10 year policy currently in place to align with Durham Region and to allow for the beautification and safety of the City of Pickering. A discussion period ensued with Members questioning the different timelines in Durham municipalities, as well as public safety concerns. They also questioned whether it would be more responsive to incorporate staff's recommendation regarding the timelines. (VII) Committee Reports a) Report EC 2017-10 of the Executive Committee 1. Director, Community Services, Report CS 13-17 Pickering Sports Medicine & Wellness Centre -Lease Agreement Council Decision 1. That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute a Lease Agreement set out in Attachment 1 to this report, pursuant to which Pickering Sports Medicine and Wellness Centre will be permitted to operate the "Wellness Centre" at the Pickering Recreation Complex from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2022, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services &City Solicitor; and, 2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 2. Director, Community Services, Report CS 25-17 The Wellness Health Centre Ltd. -Lease Agreement Council Decision 1. That the Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to execute the Lease Agreement set out in Attachment 1 to this report, pursuant to which The 5 Gly oh DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 - 7:00 pm Council Chambers Wellness Health Centre Ltd, will be permitted to operate the "Wellness Spa" at the Pickering Recreation Complex from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2022, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Community Services and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; 2. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 3. Director, Community Services, Report CS 31-17 Pickering Museum Village Policies Council Decision 1. That Council endorse Pickering Museum Village Policies as set out in. Attachment 1 to this report, subject to minor revisions .acceptable to the Director, Community Services; and 2. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 5. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 23-17 Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act— Adjustment to Taxes Council Decision 1. That the write-off of taxes as provided for in Attachment 1, in accordance with sections 357/358 of the Municipal Act, 2001 be approved; and That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 6. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 24-17 2018 Interim Spending Authority Council Decision 1. That the 2018 Interim Operating Expenditures be approved at 50% of the prior year's budget, including adjustments, as contained in Attachment 1, pending approval of the formal 2018 Current Budget by Council; and 2. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 6 Cd DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers 7. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 25-17 2018 Temporary Borrowing By-law Council Decision 1. That the temporary borrowing limit of $45 million be established to meet 2018 current expenditures pending receipt of taxes and other revenues for the period of January 1, 2018 to September 30, 2018 inclusive, and $22 million thereafter until December 31, 2018; 2. That the temporary borrowing limit for capital purposes for 2018 be established at $34 million; 3. That the attached draft by-law providing for the temporary borrowing of monies be enacted; and 4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 8. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 26-17 Establishrnent of the Public Benefits Reserve Fund Council Decision 1. That Report FIN 26-17 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer regarding the establishment of the Public Benefits Reserve Fund, in accordance with Section 37 of the Planning Act be received; 2. That Council approve the establishment of the Public Benefits Reserve Fund; 3. That the attached By-law be enacted; and 4. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 9. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 27-17 Insurance Renewal — January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018 Council Decision 1. That the City of Pickering renew its property, liability and other insurance policies through Jardine Lloyd Thompson Canada Inc. (JLT) for the period January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018 in the amount of $558,615 (plus applicable taxes) 7 Cts �A DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers and inclusive of terms and conditions acceptable to the Director, Finance & Treasurer; That the insurance coverage through JLT be for a period of one (1) year with an option in favour of the City to extend the coverage on the same terms and conditions for two further one year renewal terms, subject to Council approval; 3. That L.V. Walker & Associates be confirmed as the City's Adjuster of Record for property, liability and other insurance and related matters; 4. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to settle any claims including employing resources to investigate and defend claims, adjusting and legal fees, where it is in the City's interest to do so; 5. That the Director, Finance & Treasurer be authorized to purchase additional insurance, make changes to deductibles and existing coverages, and alter terms and conditions as becomes desirable or necessary to limit potentialliability exposure and to protect the assets of the City and its elected officials and staff; and 6. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 10. Fire Chief Report FIR 02-17 Supply and Delivery of One New Latest Model Year Pumper Rescue Apparatus -Quotation, No. Q-56-2017 Council Decision 1. - That Quotation No. Q-56-2017 submitted by Dependable Truck & Tank, Ltd. for the supply and delivery of one new latest model year pumper rescue apparatus in the amount of $797,672.65 (HST included) be accepted; 2. That the total gross project cost of $1,046,273.00 (HST included), including the proposal amount and other associated costs, and the total net project cost of $942,201.00 (net of HST rebate) be approved; 3. That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the project as follows: a) the sum of $892,201.00 to be funded from Development Charges Reserve Fund — Fire Services; b) the sum of $50,000.00 to be funded from Third Party Contribution Reserve Fund — OPG Contribution; and 8 • C4.J DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers 4. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this, report. Resolution #373/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming That Report 2017-10 of the Executive Committee meeting held on December 4, 2017 be adopted, save and except Item Nos. 4 and 11. Carried 4. Director, Engineering Services, Report ENG 25-17 City of Pickering 2016 Road Needs Study A brief discussion period ensued. Resolution #374/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming 1. That the City of Pickering 2016 Road Needs Study prepared by R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited, February 2017, be received for information; 2. That the 2016 Road Needs Study be used by staff as a resource document for identifying and planning maintenance, rehabilitation and reconstruction strategies, programs and projects for roads under the jurisdiction of the City of Pickering; and 3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 11. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 10-17 Proposed Election Sign By-law A brief discussion period ensued with staff providing clarificiation on allowing advertising for a current business operation, as opposed to being used for campaigning purposes. 9 c40 DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Resolution #375/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming 1. That the City of Pickering enact the Election Sign By-law attached to this Report, as amended; 2. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this Report. Carried Later in the Meeting [Refer to Following Motion] Resolution #376/17 Moved by Councillor Cumming Seconded by Counicllor McLean That Section 07 of By-law No. 7591/17 be amended to include the following as Section 07.03; 07.03 Notwithstanding anything else contained in this By-law, no person shall be prohibited from displaying a business-related sign on a vehicle provided that: a) such business operation is duly registered or incorporated as required by all applicable laws and has filed a Federal income tax return for the preceding two years and/or has met the requirements of the Canada Revenue Agency as a self-employed person; b) such sign is limited to providing only information related to the business; c) such sign is not used in the course of campaigning or advocacy in relation to any Election or otherwise for the purpose of, or with the intent of promoting such person in an Election; and d) such sign complies with the provisions of By-law 6999/09. For the purposes of this section, "campaigning or advocacy in relation to any Election" includes but is not limited to: a) door-to-door visits to electors; b) distribution of any printed matter, Election Signs or paraphernalia; and 10 DICKERING C4,0/ Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers c) public appearances, related to any Election. Carried The Main motion was then Carried as amended. b) Report PD 2017-09 of the Planning & Development Committee 1. Director, City Development, Report PLN 18-17 Metrolinx's Draft 2041 Regional Transportation Plan City of Pickering's Response Resolution #377/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming 1. That the comments on Metrolinx's Draft 2041 Regional Transportation Plan, contained in the Letter from the City's Manager, Policy & Geomatics to the Chief Planning Officer Planning and Policy, dated November 16, 2017, and provided as Appendix I to Report PLN 18-17 of the Director, City Development & CBO, be endorsed; and That a copy of Report PLN 18-17 be forwarded to Metrolinx, the Ministry of Transportation, Transport Canada, VIA Rail Canada, and the Region of Durham. Carried Later in the Meeting [Refer to Following Motion] Resolution #378/17 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean That the revised letter as prepared by staff, resulting from amendments made at the December 4t" Exectuive Committee meeting, be substituted as Appendix 1 to Report PLN 18-17. Carried 11 c4,/ DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers The main motion was then Carried as amended. (VIII) New and Unfinished Business 1. Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 28-17 2017 Development Charges Background Study A discussion period ensued with staff explaining the rationale of the 5 year vs. 10 year timelines. Staff also responded to questions raised with respect to public safety concerns and offered a recommendation stating a 10 year demolition credit policy for rural properties without services and 5 years for urban properties. Resolution #379/17 Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Cumming 1. That Report FIN 28-17 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer be received; 2. That the Development Charges Background Study dated October 5, 2017 as amended prepared by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. as required under Section 10(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997 and this report be approved; 3. That the Residential Development Charges for development on Seaton Lands be approved effective January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2022 as per Table 1: Table 1 City of Pickering Development Charges - Seaton Lands Per Residential Dwelling Unit Effective January 1, 2018 Service Single or Semi- Detached Apt. Dwellings with 2 or more Bedrooms Apt. Dwellings with Tess than 2 Bedrooms Other Dwellings Other Services Related to a Highway 441 279 197 356 Protection Services 889 562 398 718 Parks and Recreation Services 4,851. 3,065 2,171 3,917 Library Services 1,086 686 486 877 Administration Studies 277 175 124 224 Stormwater Management 288 182 129 233 12 cry �F DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm Council Chambers Transportation Total 7,832 4,949 3,505 6,325 4. That the Residential Development Charges for development Outside of Seaton Lands be approved effective January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020 as per Table 2: Table 2 City of Pickering Development Charges — Outside of Per Residential Dwelling Unit Effective January 1, 2018 to December 31 Seaton Lands 2020 Service Single or Semi- Detached Apt. Dwellings with 2 or more Bedrooms Apt. Dwellings with Tess than 2 Bedrooms Other Dwellings Other Services Related to a Highway 441 223 163 356 Protection Services 889 449 329 718 Parks and Recreation Services 4,851 2,446 1,795 3,917 Library Services 1,086 548 402 877 Administration Studies 277 140 103 224 Stormwater Management 288 145 107 233 Transportation 6,517 3,286 2,412 5,261 Total 14,349 7,236 5,311 11,586 5. That the Residential Development Charges for development Outside of Seaton Lands be approved effective January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022 as per Table 3: Table 3 City of Pickering Development Charges — Outside of Seaton Lands Per Residential Dwelling Unit Effective January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2022 Service Single or Semi- Detached Apt. Dwellings with 2 or more Bedrooms Apt. Dwellings with less than 2 Bedrooms Other Dwellings Other Services Related to a Highway 441 279 197 356 Protection Services 889 562 398 718 Parks and Recreation Services 4,851 3,065 2,171 3,917 13 C4 g DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Library Services 1,086 686 486 877 Administration Studies 277 175 124 224 Stormwater Management 288 182 129 233 Transportation 6,517 4,117 2,917 5,261 Total 14,349 9,066 6,422 11,586 6. That the Non -Residential (Commercial, Industrial and Institutional) Development Charges be approved effective January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2022 as shown in Table 4: Table 4 City of Pickering Development Charges Non -Residential Effective January 1, 2018 Service Per ft2 of Total Floor Area Per Net Ha of Presitage Employment Land in Seaton Municipal Wide Services: Other Services Related to a Highway 0.15 5,451 Protection Services 0.34 11,431 Parks and Recreation Services 0.39 13,261 Library Services 0.08 2,605 Administration Studies 0.10 3,560 Stormwater Management 0.10 3,503 Total Municipal Wide Services 1.15 39,812 Outside of Seaton Lands Transportation 1.83 - Total Services Outside of Seaton Lands 1.83 - Seaton 1.15 39,812 Rest of Pickering 2.98 7. That the proposed capital programs contained in the Background Study be indicative of Council's intention to ensure that the studies and capital expenditures required to meet the increase in need for services related to the forecasted development will be met, as required under Paragraph 3 of subsection 5(1) of the Development Charges Act, 1997; Indexing 8. That the Director, Finance &Treasurer be directed that residential and non- residential Development Charges be indexed annually on July 1 each year by 14 (4 6/ DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm Council Chambers applying the annual change in the Statistics Canada Quarterly "Construction Price Statistics" to March 31 of each year, unless otherwise approved by Council; Exemptions 9. That all exemptions and exceptions be as required under the Development Charges Act, 1997 and as defined in the proposed By-law; Administration 10. That the City continue the Reserve established for the City's share (ie. the non - development charge portion) of the costs of services included in the Development Charges Study and that contributions be included in the Annual Current Budget for consideration by Council; 11. That the originally proposed By -Law has been modified since the public meeting on November 6, 2017, and Council confirms that no further public meeting under the Development Charges Act, 1997 (S.12) is necessary as a result; 12. That the City Clerk be instructed to undertake the By-law passage notification provisions under the Development Charges Act, 1997 and Ontario Regulation 82/98; 13. That the By-law attached to this report be approved at this meeting of Council; and 14. That the appropriate staff of the City of Pickering be authorized to give effect thereto. Resolution #380/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt Carried Later in the Meeting [Refer to Following Motions] That the main motion be amended under Part IV of By-law 7595/17, as Section 14.3 to include the following; Notwithstanding subsection 14(3)(a), fees paid under the Seaton Financial Impacts Agreement dated November 26, 2015 shall notbe credited against development charges payable. Carried 15 C� DICKER�ING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Resolution #381/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Brenner That By-law 7595/17 be further amended under Part I, Section 3 to add the following as (b) and that Section 3 be relettered accordingly; (b) the building permit for those properties that do not have municipal services that include sanitary sewer, storm sewer and watermain for the replacement residential units or non-residential area is issued not more than 10 years after the date of demolition; Carried The main motion was then Carried as amended. Director, Community Services, Report CS 30-17 Lake Front Water Damage -Information Report Resolution #382/17 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Council receive Information Report CS 30-17 regarding Lake Front Water Damage. Carried (IX) Notice of Motions a) Creating a Vision for the Nautical Village and Waterfront Communities A brief discussion period ensued with Members noting the need to allow for area residents to be included in the decision making process. Resolution #383/17 Moved by Councillor.McLean Seconded by Councillor Brenner 16 DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Whereas the City of Pickering has taken steps to commence a study that recognizes the importance of community character and its preservation where infill construction takes place in mature communities; Whereas in 1997, the City of Pickering adopted the Waterfront 2001 Interim Report Task Force on the Pickering Waterfront; Whereas the Task Force Report provided a foundation for the development of a vision for the Nautical Village that has evolved into becoming a vibrant waterfront destination point with an emphasis on marine uses; And Whereas all land use within the Nautical Village are guided by the Planning Act in conjunction with the City of Pickering's Official Plan; Now Therefore be it resolved that the City of Pickering under the leadership of the City Development Department be directed to prepare a work plan for the commencement of a visionary exercise to commence no later than the second quarter of 2018, through engagement with the community that will enable Pickering to incorporate this vision into land use policies for the Nautical Village and that staff report back to Council on a work plan no later than March 12, 2018. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote Addressing Risks. Associated with the Widening of Driveways Resolution #384/17 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean Whereas the demographics of the City of Pickering continue to change; Whereas the intensification in urban areas has contributed to smaller lots; Whereas economic factors have contributed to changes in the nucleus family; Whereas these changes have resulted in more and more homes to increase their available parking by paving and or through cement interlocking over grassed areas; Whereas issues associated with global warming and climate change continue to impact levels of rain and/or snowfall; 17 ctl o/ DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 - 7:00 pm Council Chambers Whereas unpredictable environmental conditions coupled with the decreasing amount of grassed areas in Pickering communities has a significant impact on the storm water management system which flows into Frenchman's Bay and Lake Ontario; Now therefore be it resolved that staff be directed to review options of materials that would permit absorption where a resident is considering widening their parking area; And further develop procedures that would require residents to apply to the City of Pickering for a permit to widen their parking area on a minimal cost recovery basis; And report back to Council no later than the April 3, 2018 Council meeting. Carried (X) By-laws 7588/17 Being a by-law to authorize the temporary borrowing of monies to meet the current and capital expenditures of the City of Pickering for the year 2018. 7589/17 Being a by-law to exempt Part of Lot 5, Plan 40M-1918, being Part 4, Plan 40R- 19416 from part lot control. 7590/17 Being a by-law to establish the Public Benefits Reserve Fund pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P 13, as amended. 7591/17 Being a by-law to Regulate Election Signs. 7592/17 Being a by-law to exempt Blocks 82 to 99, Plan 40M- , from the part lot control provisions of the Planning Act (regarding lands within Part of Lots 25 and 26, Concession 3, City of Pickering). 7593/17 Being a by-law to assume Block 3, Plan 40M-2519, Pickering (Fairport Road) as public highway. 7594/17 Being a by-law to designate a property legally described as Part of Lot 26, Concession 5, being Part 12, 40R-24276 (the "William Major House") and municipally known as 940 Whitevale Road, City of Pickering, as being of cultural heritage value or interest. 7595/17 Being a By-law Regarding Development Charges. 18 Cly a/ DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11,2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Resolution #385/17 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt That By-law Nos. 7588/17 through 7595/17 be approved, save and except By-law Nos. 7591/17 and 7595/17. Carried By-law Nos: 7591/17 and 7595/17 were then Carried as amended. (XI) Other Business 1) Councillor McLean provided the City Clerk with a petition received from residents with respect to the Natural Budz Shop. 2) Councillor McLean requested staff to look into the effects of tall buildings on radio communication systems and that the Police Service Board be advised of all proposals of this nature in order to allow them to comment. Councillor Brenner advised that he would be bringing forward a Notice of Motion with respect to a diversity and inclusive strategy for the City of Pickering at the January 15, 2018 Council meeting. Councillor Brenner advised that he would be bringing forward a Notice of Motion at the February 26th Council meeting with respect to community safety zones in the City of Pickering. (XII) Confirmation By-law By-law Number#7596/17 Councillor McLean, seconded by Councillor Brenner moved for leave to introduce a By- law of the City of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of December 11, 2017. (XIII) Adjournment Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Butt Carried That the meeting be adjourned at 9:10 pm. 19 cty.ol DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes December 11, 2017 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Dated this 11th day of December, 2017. Carried Debbie Shields City Clerk 20