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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 27, 2020Cly o{ P1CKERJNG Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Present: Mayor David Ryan Councillors: K. Ashe M. Brenner S. Butt I. Cumming B. McLean D. Pickles Also Present: T. Prevedel M. Carpino K. Bentley P. Bigioni R. Holborn F. Jadoon S. Cassel C. Rose L. Harker - Chief Administrative Officer - Director, Community Services & Deputy CAO - Director, City Development & CBO - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor - Director, Engineering Services - Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects - City Clerk - Chief Planner - Deputy Clerk 1. Invocation Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the Invocation. 2. Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. 3. Adoption of Minutes Resolution #215/20 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Cumming Special Council Minutes, Education & Training, December 16, 2019 (Confidential Special Council Minutes, Education & Training, December 16, 2019, provided under separate cover) In Camera Council Minutes, December 16, 2019 Council Minutes, December 16, 2019 cry 6E PICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Planning & Development Committee Minutes, January 13, 2020 Carried 4. Presentations There were no presentations. 5. Delegations 5.1 Simon Langer, National Manager, Government and Strategic Partnerships Ryan Michaels, National Senior Associate, Government and Strategic Partnership, Diabetes Canada Re: Notice of Motion - Textile Diversion Strategy Simon Langer, National Manager, Government and Strategic Partnerships, Diabetes Canada, appeared before Council in support of the Notice of Motion regarding a Textile Diversion Strategy. Mr. Langer outlined the benefits of a textile diversion strategy, noting that 85% of textile materials typically end up in landfill, and this strategy could result in the diversion of these materials. In addition to the diversion of textile materials, funds received from this collection benefit those with diabetes and contributes to diabetes research. He noted that Diabetes Canada currently have textile programs with the Region of Durham, City of Oshawa, and numerous other organizations, and that the implementation of this program would provide an opportunity for the City of Pickering to show its support for waste diversion. He outlined opportunities to have collection bins placed in areas within the City, and noted that these bins would have a City logo on them, which could help alleviate residents' concerns regarding whether they are donating to a legitimate charitable organization. In conclusion, he noted that there is no cost for the municipality to participate in this initiative. A question and answer period ensued regarding details on the programs with other municipalities and whether these programs have been successful, the branding on the bins, and how this has helped create public trust. Mr. Langer noted that over one hundred million pounds of textiles are collected by Diabetes Canada each year, and that 100% of the proceeds from the donations are given to charity. He also noted that Diabetes Canada will provide the City with a formal agreement, which would articulate how often the bins are maintained, and how the materials are being socially and environmentally managed. 5.2 Jack Gibbons, Ontario Clean Air Alliance Re: Notice of Motion - Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Cdy DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Jack Gibbons, Ontario Clean Air Alliance, appeared before Council in support of the Notice of Motion, Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. Mr. Gibbons noted that OPG is proposing to mothball the station in 2024, and delay the dismantling process until 2054. He stated that this will mean that the site will be off limits for development for 40 years or more. Mr. Gibbons further stated that the station should be dismantled immediately when it closes in 2024 and that dismantling the station immediately is in the public interest noting the following reasons: • it is the preferred decommissioning strategy for nuclear power plants; • it is possible to decommission in less than 10 years, resulting in most of the acreage being, returned to the local community by 2034; • it will allow the City of Pickering to begin revitalizing the waterfront; • it is the fair option and will allow people who are currently working in the Station to be involved in the dismantling process, creating 16,000 person- years of employment; • decommissioning is a new growth industry with available resources to assist with the process; and, • it will create an opportunity for the City of Pickering to gain expertise in dismantling, an expertise that can benefit around the world, resulting in prosperity for the City. 5.3 Peter Ottensmeyer, University of Toronto Re: Notice of Motion - Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Peter Ottensmeyer, Professor Emeritus, University of Toronto, appeared before Council to request that Council withdraw or defeat the Notice of Motion pertaining to the Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. Mr. Ottensmeyer noted that he is not against nuclear power, but offered options for an alternative use of the Station. Through the aid of a Power Point presentation, Mr. Ottensmeyer outlined his proposal of an advanced recycling centre to eliminate the 15,000 tonne Pickering stockpile of highly radioactive used CANDU fuel waste. He stated that the installation of small modular reactors can consume and eliminate radioactive waste and would eliminate the need for OPG to shut down the Pickering Nuclear Plant. Mr. Ottensmeyer further stated that this proposal would provide 10,000 person-years of work each year, rather than the decommissioning process, which would only provide 16,000 person-years of work once. In conclusion, he recommended that the City of Pickering create a working task group to determine how to repurpose the Pickering Nuclear Station into an advanced recycling centre, rather than dismantling the Station. A question and answer period ensued regarding the particulars of the proposal and whether existing buildings could be reused, or if new buildings would be rte od DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm required to be built. It was also questioned whether this proposal had been reviewed by the Province of Ontario or Ontario Power Generation, and if so, what their response had been. 5.4 J. Lloyd Greenspoon, Algoma Manitoulin Nuclear Awareness Re: Notice of Motion - Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station J. Lloyd Greenspoon, Algoma Manitoulin Nuclear Awareness, withdrew his delegation prior to the meeting and did not appear before Council. 5.5 David Sim Re: Notice of Motion Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station David Sim, 1000 Rambleberry Avenue, appeared before Council and noted that he is not opposed to nuclear power, but is opposed to having a nuclear plant near residents. He stated that he would like the Pickering Nuclear Station shut down as soon as possible and did not want to see any further nuclear enterprise opened in Pickering. He suggested that residents conduct their own research, in particular through the Independent Electricity System Operator website, to learn about the costs to keep nuclear plants functional, and noted that the Province should consider upgrading the power grid system to improve power in Ontario. 5.6 Randy Lockwood, Ontario Power Generation Re: Update on the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Operations Randy Lockwood, Senior Vice President, Ontario Power Generation, appeared before Council to provide an update on the Pickering Nuclear Station operations. Mr. Lockwood noted that 2019 was the best industrial safety performance in site history, and that OPG supported 100 community partnerships and charities in 2019. He expressed concern regarding the false alert at the Pickering Nuclear Station on January 12, 2020, and re -iterated that there was no event at Pickering Nuclear Station and that the plant is operating at design. He noted that OPG is participating in the Provincial investigation to determine the root causes of the alert that was sent in error. Resolution #216/20 Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Cumming That the rules of procedure be suspended to extend the delegation speaking time limit. Cil oif DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Carried on a Two -Thirds Vote Mr. Lockwood continued his presentation, showing a video of cobalt -60, an isotope that is generated by the Pickering Nuclear Station. He noted that Pickering generates 40% of the world's needs of cobalt -60. Mr. Lockwood outlined the decommissioning plan for the Station which is set to begin in 2024, and includes a safe storage period, moving used fuel into dry storage, removing used fuel from the site, and dismantling all facilities and releasing them from regulatory control. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Lockwood, regarding: • how the dismantling process is determined, financial impacts, and a series of other conditions which OPG has studied to determine their preferred decommissioning process; ® the process in which OPG reviews their decommissioning plan every 5 years and the impacts to decommissioning timelines with the progression of new technologies; • timelines for decommissioning and the false expectations in the community that these timelines can be shortened; ® the use of a deep geological repositories for the spent fuel, and the process and timelines for determining a host community; • the size and costs of transmission power lines, and whether cost efficiencies could be realized by obtaining power from Quebec; • other locations where cobalt -60 is manufactured, and whether it would be produced at the Darlington Nuclear Station in future; • where the power will be transferred once the Pickering Nuclear Station is decommissioned as the Pickering Nuclear Station provides 14% of the Province's electrical needs; • whether the Darlington or Bruce. Nuclear Stations will be able to continue to provide power for Ontario during the Pickering decommissioning, while also undergoing a refurbishment, and whether there would be sufficient employees to fulfill the needs of all Stations as Ontario is currently experiencing a shortage in trades; • OPG's plan for optimization and repurposing the Station, and whether this would occur in 2024 or 2025, with Mr. Lockwood confirming that the final decommissioning plan would need a financial guarantee that would support the plan and ensure safety; and, • the decommissioning plan needing to meet the guidelines of the Atomic Energy Agency, and that the responsibility for the ultimate disposal of spent fuel rods lies with the Province, not OPG. 5.7 Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association C4 DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Re: Notice of Motion - Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Paul White, Fairport Beach Neighbourhood Association, appeared before Council in support of the Notice of Motion regarding the Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. Mr. White stated that there are three options for decommissioning a station - immediate, safe enclosure, and entombment, and that with the expertise available today in the nuclear business, there is no need to delay decommissioning. He noted that each approach has advantages and disadvantages, and questioned if there are other similar decommissioning experiences that Pickering could draw from. Mr. White requested that the process be clear, transparent and open, and involve all stakeholders in the process. 6. Correspondence 6.1 Corr. 01-20 Mary Medeiros, City Clerk City of Oshawa Re: Combating Climate Change Resolution #217/20 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt That Corr. 01-20, dated December 18, 2019, from the City of Oshawa, regarding Combating Climate Change be received for information. Carried 6.2 Corr. 02-20 The Honourable Steve Clark, Minister Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Re: Changes to the Development Charges Act Resolution #218/20 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean That Corr. 02-20, dated December 19, 2019, from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, regarding the changes to the Development Charges Act be received for information. CI 01 DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Carried 6.3 Corr. 03-20 Ralph Walton, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services The Regional Municipality of Durham Re: Envision Durham — Housing Policy Planning Discussion Paper (2019-P-47) Resolution #219/20 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Corr. 03-20, dated December 20, 2019, from the Regional Municipality of Durham, regarding the Envision Durham - Housing Policy Planning Discussion Paper be received; That City Staff be directed, through the CAO, to review the Envision Durham — Housing Policy Planning Discussion Paper within the context of the previously directed creation of a City of Pickering Draft Affordable Housing Strategy and report back to the April 27,2020 Council meeting; and, That Councillor Brenner and Councillor Butt be appointed to work with City Staff on this review. Carried 7. Report PD 2020-01 of the Planning & Development Committee held on January 13, 2020 7.1 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 01-20 Lebovic Enterprises Limited — Plan of Subdivision 40M-2479 - Final Assumption of Plan of Subdivision - Lots 1 to 30, Blocks 31 to 50, 52, 53 and 54, Plan 40M-2479 - Parts 1, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13, 40R-26332 (William Jackson Drive) Council Decision: 1. That William Jackson Drive, Earl Grey Avenue, Carousel Drive, Tally Street, Carousel Mews, Calico Mews, Starboard Mews within Plan 40M- 2479 and William Jackson Drive within Parts 1, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13, 40R- 26332 be assumed for public use; C:l� f DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm That the works and services required by the Subdivision Agreement within Plan 40M-2479 and Parts 1, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13, 40R-26332, 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 for Block 51; 3. That Lebovic Enterprises Limited be released from the provisions of the Subdivision Agreement and any amendments thereto relating to Plan 40M- 2479 and Parts 1, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13, 40R-26332, save and except from Block 51; and, That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. 7.2 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 01-20 Infill and Replacement Housing in Established Neighbourhoods Study Planning Options Report (Phase 2 Report) Council Decision: 1. That the Infill and Replacement Housing in Established Neighbourhoods, Planning Options Report (Phase 2 Report) prepared by SGL Planning & Design Inc., dated December 2019, be received; and, 2. That Council authorize City Development staff to proceed with Phase 3 of the Infill and Replacement Housing in Established Neighbourhoods Study. Resolution #220/20 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt That Report PD 2020-01 of the Planning & Development Committee Meeting held on January 13, 2020 be adopted. Carried 8. Reports — New and Unfinished Business 8.1 Director, Community Services & Deputy CAO, Report CS 08-20 EnAbling Change Program - City of Pickering Accessibility Advisory Committee, Service & Support Animal Task Group Initiative Cts DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Resolution #221/20 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Council endorse the City of Pickering's proposal to the EnAbling Change Program (as outlined in the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement) for the City of Pickering Accessibility Advisory. Committee Service & Support Animal Task Group initiative by way of a Council resolution; 2. That Council authorize staff to submit the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement, set out in Attachment 1 to this report, to the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Community Services & Deputy CAO, and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, for their consideration and approval; 3. That a copy of this report be forwarded to Peter Bethlenfalvy, MPP, Pickering -Uxbridge; and, That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 8.2 Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report LEG 02-20 2020 Pre -Budget Approval City of Pickering Land Purchase from Metrolinx - Part Lot 21, Concession 1, Pickering, being part of PIN 26330-0186 (LT) Resolution #222/20 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Cumming 1. That Council provide 2020 pre -budget approval in the amount of $831,761.00 (net of HST rebate) for the purchase of Part Lot 21, Concession 1, Pickering, being part of PIN 26330-0186 (LT) from Metrolinx; That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the purchase costs of $831,761.00 as follows: a) The sum of $207,940.00 to be funded by the Pickering Downtown Landowners Group; DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm The sum of $623,821.00 to be funded by a transfer from the Development Charges — Transportation Reserve Fund; and, That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 9. Motions and Notice of Motions 9.1 Textile Diversion Strategy A brief discussion ensued regarding the importance of diverting materials that would otherwise go to landfill, noting that this Strategy could provide a solution to the issues experienced with other donation bins. Resolution #223/20 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Pickles WHEREAS, the City of Pickering has been approached by Diabetes Canada and York University to develop a Textile Diversion Strategy; And Whereas, Diabetes Canada is the largest charitable clothing recycler with over 30 years of collection experience, diverting over 45 million kilograms of textiles each year; And Whereas, over 205 Canadian Municipalities have partnered with Diabetes Canada who operate over 1000 bins on Municipal property; And Whereas, Diabetes Canada is a member of the National Zero Waste Council; And Whereas, Diabetes Canada is a not for profit Organization with revenues generated from Textile Diversion helps support 11 million Canadians with diabetes including approximately 27000 individuals from Pickering; And Whereas, through a Textile Diversion Strategy an estimated 3,000,000 kilograms of textiles can be diverted from landfill; And Whereas, this Textile Diversion program will help support York University's National Textile Diversion Study; 60/ DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm And Whereas, the implementation of a Textile Diversion program in partnership with Diabetes Canada and their charitable partners will have no financial implications for the City of Pickering and enable Pickering to regulate the placement of textile diversion receptacles on public and private properties; Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation for the City of Pickering: Supports in principle the implementation of a Textile Diversion Strategy; and, Directs Staff, through the Office of the CAO, to form a working group including Staff representatives from By-law, Facilities, Sustainability and Planning to work with Diabetes Canada in an effort to review creating a partnership and report back to Council at its April 27th meeting on an implementation plan. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote 92 Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station General discussion ensued regarding the decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station as it relates to economics and the importance of building capacity for a future centre of excellence in Pickering. Members of Council noted that this motion would expedite the decommissioning process, while also ensuring the project continues on the path of economic gain, while keeping safety as its first priority. Councillor Brenner and Councillor Ashe introduced a substitute motion to better reflect the intentions of the City. Resolution #224/20 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Ashe The Council of the Corporation for the City of Pickering: 1. Supports the commencement of the decommissioning process and dismantling of the PNGS as expeditiously as possible in line with the recommendations of the International Atomic Energy Agency "Decommissioning of Nuclear Power Plants, Research Reactors and Other Nuclear Fuel Cycle Facilities"; 60/ DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm 2. Directs City of Pickering Economic Development and Public Affairs Staff, through the CAO, to commence work with OPG and other partners on creating and promoting Pickering as a Centre of Excellence for the Decommissioning of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station; and, 3. That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Ontario Minister of Energy, all Durham Region Municipalities, all Durham Region MPPs and MPs and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote 9.3 Urbanization of Altona Road from Strouds Lane to Finch Avenue Discussion ensued regarding the intent of this motion to expedite this process, as this area has experienced significant development and growth, and there are currently no curbs or sidewalks to make it pedestrian friendly. Resolution #225/20 Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor Butt WHEREAS, Altona Road (Regional Road #27) was urbanized with curbs, sidewalks, a multi -use path, and widened to four lanes from Kingston Road to just north of Strouds Lane in the City of Pickering between 2009 and 2011; And Whereas, Altona Road from just north of Strouds Lane continues to be a two lane rural cross section road, with no curbs or sidewalks; And Whereas, there is significant residential development of approximately 1,350 homes along this section of Altona Road, with a further estimated 700 homes to come, which would result in an estimated population increase in this area of 2,000 people, many being young families with children; And Whereas, the key intersections in this area, Finch Avenue/Altona Road and Pine Grove Avenue/Altona Road are not urbanized and are not connected to sidewalks; And Whereas, the widening and urbanization of Altona Road from Strouds Lane to Finch Avenue is not presently included in the Region of Durham's 10 year budget forecast; Now therefore be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation for the City of Pickering: Cly of DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm Identifies the need to provide the residents of the Altona Road and Finch Avenue area with adequate roads and safe pedestrian sidewalks; Requests the Region of Durham to include the widening and urbanization of Altona Road from Strouds Lane to Finch Avenue within the first 5 years of the capital forecast and subject to annual budget approval for consideration with other priorities; and, 3. That a copy of this motion be forwarded to the Chair, Regional Works Committee and the Regional Commissioner of Works. Carried 10. By-laws 10.1 By-law 7733/20 Being a by-law to exempt Part of Lot 5, Plan 40M-1918, being Part 4, Plan 40R- 19416 from part lot control. 10.2 By-law 7734/20 Being a by-law to establish and name certain roads within the City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham as public highways. 10.3 By-law 7735/20 Being a By-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 2511, as amended, to implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham, in Part of Lots 15 &16, Concession 1 (A 16/19). Resolution #226/20 Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Brenner That By-law Nos. 7733/20 through 7735/20 be approved. Carried Gley PJCKE RiNG Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm 11. Confidential Council - Public Report Mayor Ryan stated that prior to the Regular Council Meeting, an In -camera session was held at 6:30 pm in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act and Procedure By- law 7665/18 to consider a matter before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal and to receive advice subject to solicitor -client privilege. Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 02-20 Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) Appeal Draft Plan of Subdivision SP -2017-05 Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 10/17 CPC II Management Inc. Block 54, Plan 40M-1498 (1520 Notion Road) Resolution #227/20 Moved by Councillor Cumming Seconded by Councillor Pickles Carried That the confidential recommendations considered at the In -Camera Session of Council, held at 6:30 pm on January 27, 2020, be approved. Carried 12. Other Business 12.1 Councillor McLean inquired about the notification process of the School Boards to the City when they undertake studies and reviews. He requested that the CAO follow up with the Durham District School Board to request that the City be notified in future when the Board conducts studies, such as the current track boundary review for Maple Ridge Public School and Vaughan Willard Public School which could potentially affect traffic and parking in the area. 12.2 Councillor Pickles gave notice that he would be bringing forward a Notice of Motion regarding sidewalks along Kingston Road. 13. Confirmation By-law By-law Number 7736/20 Councillor McLean, seconded by Councillor Brenner moved for leave to introduce a By- law of the City of Pickering to confirm the proceedings of January 27, 2020. Carried DICKERING Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2020 Council Chambers 7:00 pm 14. Adjournment Moved by Councillor Ashe Seconded by Councillor Cumming That the meeting be adjourned. The meeting adjourned at 9:22 pm. Dated this 27th of January, 2020. Carried Sy, an Cassel, City Clerk