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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 1, 1993 2/93 6 COUNCIL MINUTES A Meeting of the Pickering Town Council was held on Monday, February 1,1993 at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: 88 Mayor W. Arthurs COUNCILLORS : M. Brenner E. Higdon R. Johnson E. Pistritto K. Van Kempen D. Wellman ALSO PRESENT: N.C. Marshall B. Taylor N. Carroll J. Walls L. Taylor D. Kearns - Town Manager - Town Clerk - Director of Planning - Treasurer/Collector - Manager, Current Operations Division - Co-ordinator of Council Services (I) ADOPTION OF IIINUTES 8 Regular meeting of January 18,1993. (II) DELBGA'l'IONS The following persons addressed Council with respect to the 1993 Operating and Capital Budgets: 1. Mr. Bill Steger, 713 Hillview Drive stated that the residents have to stand up for their rights, as taxpayers they are part owners of the Town. He stated that the Mayor and Council have to tighten the budget. 2. Tina Ramsden, l807 Parkside Drive stated that Pickering has Market Value Assessment and asked that if the prices of homes go down shouldn't also the taxes. She stated that she is sick of hearing' I want' and asked if Council were listening to what the residents were saying. She also noted that Mr. Herrema, Regional Chairman has stated that there will be no increase in Regional taxes. 3. Ann Meads, 1384 Garvolin Avenue stated that when she moved to the Town there were no fancy amenities and that if you take in less taxes then you spend less. She requested a 0% tax increase at all levels, Town, Region and School. She asked Council to be the first again this year and support a 0% increase. 8 (II) 4. 8 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 8 10. 8 2/93 7 DBLBGA'l'IONS continued Dave Ryan, representing the Rouge Valley Association stated that the Association is angry, confused and dismayed and asked Council to make their objective a 0% increase. He reported that the cost to bus children to school is $170.00 per day per bus and that if sidewalks were installed on Altona Road that, at least, one bus would be removed resulting in a savings of approximately $30,000.00. Dawn Hembling, 792 Krosno Blvd. stated that she is out of work, is still trying to pay 1992 taxes and can't afford another penny. If she has to sell her home and go on welfare than Council are abdicating their responsibility. Janice Frampton, representing Lucy Perry requested that Council do not raise the taxes, lift the residents spirits by supporting a 0% increase. Janice Frampton, 1810 Post Drive asked Council if they have heard and taken to heart what the residents are saying. She stated that the government employees are not immune to what is happening around them and she takes exception to the 1.5% increase for the union. She stated that she hoped Council would support a 0% increase. Phil Frampton, l8l0 Post Drive stated that Council must recognize the essential services required not what they want and that these needs could be met with a 0% increase. He stated that a 0% could be reached without impacting the level of service. Fred Beer, representing the Pickering Rural Association stated his resentment of a tax increase and his disappointment to hear that Council comes in with fixed decisions. He feels that the government is insensitive to the residents needs. He pointed out that the Library budget three years ago was $750,000 and now is $3,000,000 and asked for cuts to be made in this budget. He also requested that Council negotiate a halt in the construction of the new arena until the economy improves, to delete the expenditure for the improvements to Valley Farm Road and to re-examine the expenditure for Brock Road and Concession. 5. Mr. Beer stated his concern over the cutting of training for fireman. He asked Council to set aside their petty grievances and own agendas and address the concerns of the residents. John Sillaots, 1306 Grovedale Court stated that all residents are in the same situation, no one has any money. Mr. Sillaots referred to the article in the paper of the fire in the rural area and stated that a fire in the rural area is quite different than that in the urban. A fire in the urban area can spread to other homes much quicker and that the garages are attached creating a greater hazard. Mr. Sillaots made many suggestions concerning fire safety: l) Spend money on educating the people on fire safety in the rural area and ask for more volunteers to service the area. Train the Police on what procedures to follow when they arrive at a fire. Check equipment. Offer the unemployed training for volunteer fire fighting. 2) 3) 4) He suggested that raising taxes. Council consider ideas and stop new 2/93 8 (II) DBLBGA'l'IONS continued l1. Richard Ward, Box l5l, Blackstock stated his concern over the Roads Budget and the use of a 3rd party to collect taxes. 12. Tony van Dinther, 1965 valley Farm Road stated his opposition to a tax increase and that a 0% budget is required maintaining the same service level. He stated that a fresh approach is needed and that Council need to co-operate and co-ordinate. 8 13. Mr. Gordon Potts stated to Council that he had watched the Executive Meeting last week on Cable and felt that the residents were intellectual and intelligent and he was proud to be a Pickering resident. He stated that those who spoke represent the majority of the residents who do not want an increase in taxes. He also stated that he does not want the Town to use bailiff services and that he would organize a revolt if he heard of anyone losing their home. The following persons addressed Council with respect to sidewalks on Altona Road: l. Wendy Heard, Chairperson, E.B. Phin Home/School addressed Council with her concern for the safety of the children walking on Al tona Road and the need for sidewalks on both sides of this Road. She referred to a letter received by Council from the Durham Board of Education concerning busing service. She stated that there has to be co-operation between the Region, the Town, the Province and the Board of Education. 2. Ian McCully, Trustee with the Durham Board of Education stated that it is the Boards responsibility to educate the children and the Town's responsibility to get them there safely. He stated that he thought $20,000 would be sufficient for the construction of sidewalks on both sides of Altona Road but was mistaken. 8 The following persons addressed Council with respect to the Altona West Development: 1. Peter Landol t, Development Consul tant representing Al tona West Developments informed Council that many meeting have been held with Council,. staff and residents to reach an agreement. He requested Council approve this resolution which would allow Altona West Developments to proceed with the application. 2. Heather Guscott, 298 Senator Street, representing the Altona West Community Association stated their support of this change in rezoning as it appeals to everyone using and going to use the park. She stated that the residents in the area would prefer quattroplex units, which they saw on a site visit to a development of these units in Bramalea. She asked Council for their support of this application. 8 The following person addressed Council application for rezoning on Pine Ridge Road. with respect to his l. John Krzynowek stated that the required frontage change is from l8 metres to 15 metres and that the residents are objecting to the rezoning as well as the style of home they feel will be built. He stated that if the residents would agree to the rezoning he would reconsider the design of the homes. 2/93 9 (III) RESOLUTIONS Resolution #6193 - See ADDendiz #1 Moved by Councillor Wellman Seconded by Councillor Higdon 8 That the report of the Executive Committee meeting of January 11, 1993 be adopted with the following amendment: That Item #10 be deferred for two weeks, to allow Council and staff time to meet and review the budgets. CARRIED Recorded Vote on all Ite1lls Bxcludina Itelll #10: Yes: Councillors Brenner, Higdon, Johnson, Kempen, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs. Pistritto, Van Council considered the following motions in conjunction with Item #10 of the Executive Committee Report: Resolution #7193 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Pistritto That the proposed reduced to 0%. 1.5% allocation for contract negotiations be LOST 8 Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Brenner and Pistritto Councillors Higdon, Johnson, Van Kempen, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs Resolution #8193 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Pistritto That Account 2125-1413 be increased to $55,000. LOST Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Brenner, Pistritto and Mayor Arthurs Councillors Higdon, Johnson, Van Kempen and Wellman Resolution #9/93 8 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Van Kempen That Account 2320 (Roads) be reduced by $125,000 by deleting San ok Drive. LOST 2/93 10 Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Brenner, Higdon and Van Kempen Councillors Johnson, pistritto, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs Resolution #10193 8 Moved by Councillor Brenner Seconded by Councillor Pistritto That Account $1100 be decreased by 20% in overtime expenditures as it relates to 1992 figures; and that staff be directed to develop a policy to allow a level of service not impacted by this reduction. LOST Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Brenner, Pistritto and Mayor Arthurs Councillors Higdon, Johnson, Van Kempen and Wellman Resolution #11193 Moved by Councillor Van Kempen Seconded by Councillor Brenner That the 1993 Operating and Capital budgets be deferred for two weeks to allow Council and staff time to meet and review the budgets. e CARRIED Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Brenner, Higdon, Pistritto and Van Kempen Councillors Johnson, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs Resolution #12193 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pistritto That the Corporation of the Town of Pickering authorizes Barcana Consultants Ltd. to act as the Town's agent in respect to: a) applications to the Durham Land Division Committee for the severance of 3 lots (each with approximately 20 metre frontage) for quattroplex units, b) associated zoning by-law amendment quattroplex development, application to permi t 8 on lands within Valleyview Drive. Block 47, Plan 40M-1507 on the east side of CARRIED 2/93 11 Resolution #13/93 Moved by Councillor Van Kempen Seconded by Councillor Higdon That the above resolution be deferred for two weeks. LOST 8 Recorded Vote: Yes: Councillors Higdon and Van Kempen Councillors Brenner, Johnson, Pistritto, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs No: Resolution #14193 Moved by Councillor Van Kempen Seconded by Councillor Higdon That the above resolution be tabled. LOST Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Brenner, Higdon and Van Kempen Councillors Johnson, Pistritto, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs e Resolution #15193 Moved by Councillor Higdon Seconded by Councillor Van Kempen That the above resolution be deferred for one week. LOST Recorded Vote: Yes: No: Councillors Higdon and Van Kempen Councillors Brenner, Johnson, Pistritto, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs Recorded Vote on lIain lIotion: Yes: No: Councillors Johnson, Pistritto, Wellman and Mayor Arthurs Councillors Brenner, Higdon and Van Kempen Resolution #16193 8 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Wellman That the Report of the Town Manager dated January 20, 1993 regarding Altona West Developments be received. CARRIED 2/93 12 (IV) BY-LAWS Councillor Wellman, seconded by Councillor Johnson, moved for leave to introduce by-laws of the Town of Pickering: By-law Number 4150/93 e Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law amended, to implement the Official Plan of the Town of District Planning Area, Region of Durham in Part of Concession 1, in the Town of Pickering. (A 37/87) 3036, as Pickering Lot 32, By-law Number 4151/93 Being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement Amending Agreement respecting the development of Lots 1, 2 and 4, Plan 40M-1638, Pickering (813468 Ontario Limited). By-law Number 4152/93 Being a by-law to require that land be conveyed to the Town for park or other public recreational purposes as a condition of development or redevelopment anywhere in the Town. By-law Number 4153/93 Being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Release of a Development Agreement respecting Part Lot 15, Plan 329, Pickering (Part 2, Plan 40R-5460; Mary Edith Deans) By-law Number 4154/93 8 Being a by-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement Amending Agreement respecting the development of Lot 17, Plan 40M-1600, Pickering (Garthwood Homes Limited). By-law Number 4155/93 Being a by-law to authorize the capital expenditures for distribution system expansion and rehabilitation by the Pickering Hydro-Electric Power Commission. By-law Number 4156/93 Being a by-law to fix the salaries of the Commissioners of the Pickering Hydro-Electric Commission for the period commencing December 1,1992 and expiring on November 30,1993. By-law Number 4157/93 Being a by-law to amend By-law 264/75 to establish a 50 kilometre per hour speed limit on Concession Road 5. By-law Number 4158/93 Being a by-law to amend the Town of Pickering Municipal the 1993 estimates of all sums required during the purposes of the Municipality of the corporation of Pickering. Code to adopt year for the the Town of 8 By-law Nwaber 4158193 deferred for two weeks 2/93 13 Resolution #17193 Moved by Councillor Johnson Seconded by Councillor Pistritto That By-law 4157/93 be tabled. 8 CARRIED Bv-laws Carried with 4158/93. the exclusion of By-law 4157/93 and By-law THIRD READING Councillor Johnson, seconded by Councillor Wellman, moved that the report of the Committee of the Whole on By-law Numbers 4150/93, 4151/93, 4152/93, 4153/93, 4154/93, 4155/93 and 4156/93 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 (V) OTHER BUSINESS l. Councillor Pistritto Street. requested a street sign for Castle 2. Councillor Brenner referred to his statement at the Executive Meeting of January 25th in which he indicated that he would be bringing forth a motion to request the C.R.T.C. investigate the lack of cable coverage with respect to community content. He stated that a meeting is being arranged with cable concerning their coverage, therefore, a motion will not be put forth yet. 8 3. Councillor Brenner advised that he would be bringing forward a motion in two weeks time to coincide with the Region concerning 'No Smoking'. 4. The following matters were considered prior to the regular meeting: a) A meeting was held at 6:30 p.m. in the Committee Room with the Town Solicitor, Director of Planning, Town Manager, Council Members and Richard Ward. b) Mr. Sheffield, Town Solicitor reported on the meeting with Barcana Developments held today at 4:30 p.m. He stated changes that had been made to this application and that the applicant requires approval to act as Town's agent to apply for the land severance application. 8 2/93 14 (VI) CONFIRlIA'l'ION BY-LAW By-law Number 4159/93 8 Councillor Van Kempen, seconded by Councillor Wellman moved for leave to introduce a By-law of the Town of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Pickering at its meeting held on the 1st day February, 1993 and that the same be now finally passed and that the Mayor and Clerk sign the same and that the Seal of the Corporation be thereto affixed. CARRIED (VII) ADJOURliIIENT . The Meeting adjourned at 12:45 p.m. Dated February 15th 1993 *~A. May~r --- 8 8 APPENDIX #1 7.'Of1II OF PICKBRIlfG That the Executive committee of the Town of Pickering having met on January 25, 1993, presents its second report to Council and recommends: DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 18T-92017 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICA'l'ION RONSTAR HOMES LIMITED PART OF LOT 30, CONCESSION 1 FILE NUMBER - B 2310 1. 8 A 21/92 That Town Council recommend to Regional Council that Draft Plan of Subdivision 18T-92017, submitted by Ronstar Homes Limited, on lands being Part of Lot 30, Concession 1, Town of Pickering be APPROVED subject to the following conditions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 8 8 That this recommendation apply to the plan prepared by Templeton-Lepek, dated June 15,1992, Revised July 29,1992, stamped received December 16,1992, bearing the Town's recommendation stamp. That the owner submit a Draft 40M-Plan to be approved by the Town Planning Department prior to the forwarding of an implementing Zoning By-law to Town Council. That the owner enter into a subdivision agreement with and to the satisfaction of the Town. That prior to the final registration of this plan, the owner: (a) satisfy the Director of Public Works respecting a stormwater drainage and management system to service all the lands in the subdivision; (b) submit a detailed Stormwater Management Report that describes and explains specific stormwater control methods and detailed grading methods necessary to ensure the implementation of (a) and to ensure that the required restrictions on the flows can be implemented; (C) prepare and submit a Grading Control Plan and any other drainage information required to the satisfaction of the Town with special emphasis on minimizing lot grading; (d) satisfy the Town's Director of Public Works with respect to any roadway, storm sewer, drainage, street lighting, and soil information and facilities, as required; (e) make satisfactory arrangements regarding the provision of all services required by the Town. (f) satisfy the Town respecting the provision of appropriate aesthetic details and design of any required boundary and noise attenuation fencing adjacent to Finch Avenue. 8 2. 8 3. 8 2/93 2 5. That the owner make satisfactory arrangements with the appropriate authorities regarding the provision of underground wiring, street lighting, cable television and other similar services. 6. That the owner dedicate all road allowances with proper corner roundings and sight triangles to the Town. 7. That the owner make satisfactory arrangements with the Town regarding the required parkland dedication. 8. That the owner agree easements as required. to to the any Town convey 9. That the street within the Draft Plan be named Otonabee Drive and be dedicated as public highway under the jurisdiction of the Town upon the registration of the plan. 10. That prior to the issuance of any building permit for the construction of any residential unit on the lands, the owner submit to the Director of planning, for approval, a report outlining siting and architectural design objectives for the subdivision. 11. That Blocks 3 to 31 be developed for residential purposes in conjunction with abutting lands and that these Blocks be maintained to the satisfaction of the Town until such time as they are developed. DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 18T-92017 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION RONSTAR HOMES LIMITED PART OF LOT 30, CONCESSION 1 FILE NUMBER - B 2310 A 21/92 That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 21/92, submitted by Ronstar Homes Limited on lands being Part of Lot 30, Concession 1, Town of pickering, be APPROVED to implement development as proposed by Draft Plan of Subdivision 18T-92017 subject to the condition that: i) Draft Plan of Subdivision 18T-92017 approval by the Region of Durham. receives draft CLAREMONT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A MINISTERS ZONING ORDER AMENDMENT APPLICATION 18Z0-0299002(1) (REVISED) 812751 ONTARIO INC. PART OF LOT 18, CONCESSION 8 FILE NUMBER - B 2310 13/92 That Amendment Number 6 to the Hamlet of Claremont Development Plan to permit residential lots to have a minimum lot area of less than 0.3 of a hectare if supported by appropriate hydrogeological information, required in conjunction with applications 18Z0-0299002 (1) (Revised) and A 13/92, be ENDORSED as outlined in Appendix No. I to Recommendation Report No. 2/93, and be forwarded to the Region of Durham Planning Department and the Durham Regional Department of Health Services, for consultation under section 10.4.2.2 of the Durham Regional Official Plan. \ 4. ~ 8 5. 8 2/93 3 CLAREMONT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A MINISTERS ZONING ORDER AMENDMENT APPLICA'l'ION 18Z0-0299002(1) (REVISED) 812751 ONTARIO INC. PART OF LOT 18, CONCESSION 8 FILE NUMBER - B 2310 13/92 That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 13/92, submitted by 812751 Ontario Inc., to permit the creation and development of two lots for detached dwellings, on lands being Part of Lot 18, Concession 8, Town of Pickering, be APPROVED subject to the following conditions: 1. That prior to the forwarding of the implementing zoning by-law to Town Council: (a) The corresponding Amendment Number 6 to the Hamlet of Claremont Development Plan is formally adopted by Pickering Town Council; and 2. That the zoning by-law establish various provisions and requirements for the creation and development of the proposed lots, such as deeming the westerly lot line as the front lot line, allowing detached residential uses, and establishing lot frontage, lot area and building setbacks, as follows: (a) Lot Frontage (minimum): 22.0 metres (b) Lot Area (minimum): 2400 square metres (C) Front Yard (minimum): 4.5 metres (d) Rear Yard (minimum): (e) Side Yard (minimum): (f) Flankage Side Yard Width(min): (g) Building Height (maximum): 9.0 metres 1.8 metres 2. 7 metres 12.0 metres (h) Floor Area (minimum): 95 square metres (i) Lot Coverage (maximum): 20 percent (j) Dwellings Per Lot (Maximum): 1 CLAREMONT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A MINISTERS ZONING ORDER AMENDMENT APPLICATION 18Z0-0299002(1) (REVISED) 812751 ONTARIO INC. PART OF LOT 18, CONCESSION 8 FILE NUMBER - B 2310 13/92 That the Ministry of Municipal Affairs be advised that the Town of Pickering has NO O&TEC"rION to the approval of Minister's Zoning Order Amendment Application 18Z0-0299002(1)(Revised), submitted by 812751 Ontario Inc., to permit the creation and development of two lots for detached dwellings, on lands being Part of Lot 18, Concession 8, Town of Pickering, subject to the following conditions: continued . - 6. 7. 8 8. 2/93 4 1. That the amending Regulation not be passed until: (a) The corresponding Amendment Number 6 to the Hamlet of Claremont Development Plan is formally adopted by Pickering Town Council; and (b) The Ministry of the Environment confirms the results of the applicant's submitted fill testing report; 2. That the amending Regulation establish appropriate use provisions to permit the establishment of a residential dwelling of the proposed new lots; 3. That the amending Regulation deem the westerly lot line of the proposed new lots as the front lot line; and 4. That the amending Regulation establish various requirements, such as lot frontage, lot area and building setbacks for the creation and development of the proposed lots, as follows: (a) Lot Frontage (minimum): 22 metres (b) Lot Area (mi,nimum): 2400 square metres (c) Front Yard (minimum): 4.5 metres (d) Rear Yard (minimum): 9.0 metres (e) side Yard (minimum): 1.8 metres (f) Flankage Side Yard Width (minimum) : 2.7 metres (g) Building Height (maximum): 12.0 metres (h) Floor Area (minimum): 95 square metres (i) Lot Coverage (maximum): 20 percent (j) Dwellings Per Lot (Maximum): 1 ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT APPLICATION A 7/92 J. AND G. KRZYNOWEK LOTS 121 AND 122, PLAN 283 FILE NUMBER - B 2310 That the Zoning By-law Amendment Application, submitted by J. and G. Krzynowek, on lands being Lots 121 and 122, Plan 283, be REFUSED. 1993 CAPITAL PURCHASE OF TWO TRANSIT BUSES FILE NUMBER - C 4000 That Ontario Bus Industries provide two 40 ft. Transit Buses for a total of $551,770 to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 1993, be approved BOWL FOR MILLIONS TOWN CHALLENGE FILE NUMBER - A 2110 That Mayor Arthurs be authorized to challenge the Town of Ajax in the Bowl for Millions event sponsored by the Big Brothers Association of Ajax-Pickering. 9. 8 10. 8 11. 8 2/93 5 "APRIL AS CANCER MONTH" FILE NUMBER - A 2111 That Mayor Arthurs be proclamation: authorized the following to make "APRIL AS CANCER MONTH" 1993 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS FILE NUMBER - C - 2200 That the 1993 Operating and Capital Budgets, as recommended by the Budget Committee, be adopted with the following amendments: 1. The proposed 2% allocation for contract negotiations be reduced to 1.5%. 2. The Special Levy for Fire Service be reduced from 2% to 1.5% as outlined in point #2 of the Mayor's memorandum of January 22,1993; and that consideration of Chief Stewart's memorandum of January 22, 1993 concerning Volunteer Residence be included. 3. That management be directed to find a further savings in the Operating expenditure of $70,000 by reviewing the Corporate staffing compliment. 4. That $4,000 be included in Account #2195 (Grants to Organizations and Individuals) for the Mayor's Citizens Task Force Against Dumps. 5. That $2,900 be deleted from Account #2196-6176 (Office Machines and Equipment) for one workstation in the Councillor's Office. 6. That Account 2195 (Grants Individuals) be increased Frenchman's Bay Festival. Organizations $1,000 for to by and the 7. That Account 2124 (Municipal Building) be reduced by $28,000 by deleting the voice mail. 8. That Account 2743-5400 (LACAC-Plaques Signage) be increased by $1,000 and Heritage DEFBRRBD FOR TWO WEEKS MEETING WITH RICHARD WARD FILE NUMBER - A 2110 That Members of Council, the Town Manager, the Town Solicitor, the Director of Planning and other appropriate senior staff meet with Richard Ward.