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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarch 2, 2020Cty oh DICKERING Executive Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2020 Council Chambers — 2:00 pm Chair: Councillor Butt Present: Councillors: M. Brenner S. Butt I. Cumming B. McLean D. Pickles Absent: Mayor David Ryan K. Ashe Also Present: T. Prevedel M. Carpino P. Bigioni R. Holborn F. Jadoon S. Karwowski C. Rose S. Cassel M. Gadzovski S. Booker R. Pym C. Whitaker A. Mostert L. Harker - Chief Administrative Officer - Director, Community Services & Deputy CAO - Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor - Director, Engineering Services - Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects - Director, Finance & Treasurer - (Acting) Director, City Development & Chief Building Official - City Clerk - Division Head, Water Resources & Development Services - Manager, Capital Projects & Infrastructure - Principal Planner, Strategic Initiatives - Supervisor, Sustainability - Senior Coordinator, Landscape & Parks Development - Deputy Clerk 1. Disclosure of Interest No disclosures of interest were noted. 2. Delegations 2.1 Tim Arnott, Representing One Toronto Gaming & Triple Properties Re: Pickering Casino Opening Traffic Management Plan Tim Arnott, representing One Toronto Gaming & Triple Properties, appeared before the Committee to provide an overview of the Pickering Casino Opening 1 Cty oh DICKERING Executive Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2020 Council Chambers — 2:00 pm Chair: Councillor Butt Traffic Management Plan. Through the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr. Arnott noted that the objectives of the Traffic Management Plan are to ensure the safety of the public at all times during the opening of the facility and beyond, to minimize disruption to the normal traffic flow in the communities surrounding the facility, and to enable the safe and efficient movement of traffic, emergency services, and people to and from the facility. He noted that the soft opening date for the casino, which would be for VIP invites only, was scheduled for April 8, 2020, stating that this mid -week date has been selected to draw out some of the initial surge of attendance outside of peak hours to reduce the impacts of the opening day. Mr. Arnott provided an overview of the various strategies that have been created to address overall traffic management and noted that they have been working closely with significant stakeholders in the preparation of these strategies. Mr. Arnott continued, providing an overview of the extensive site signage plan, which includes on and off site signage, signage on arterial roads, and a combination of permanent and temporary signage. He noted that there would be one road closure on Church Street, which would be closed during the opening to further optimize how traffic gets into the site and to minimize the traffic impact in the area. He noted that traffic monitoring would be happening in real time, and that they would receive updates to adjust signal timings on the day of, if necessary. Mr. Arnott advised the Committee that through their Communications Strategy with Provincial and municipal agencies, they would be coordinating notices for public outreach, and ensuring that messages are communicated through a variety of outlets. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Arnott regarding: • the timing of signage being erected, specifically those pertaining to road closures; • whether there would be a "fast lane" for taxis and ride sharing programs, and ensuring communications with these groups so that they are aware of the traffic management plan; • bus routes to the casino from the Ajax and Pickering GO stations; • ensuring that the City's Communication Team receives consistent, ongoing messaging to be shared by all stakeholders, which could be shared on the City's website and social media; • emergency plan or strategy, and whether Staff on site have been trained in First Aid or fire suppression; • ensuring that signage is clear as it pertains to casino opening and road closure dates; 2 Cty oh DICKERING Executive Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2020 Council Chambers — 2:00 pm Chair: Councillor Butt • whether the gates to the parking lot will be open before opening hours to reduce traffic congestion on the roads; • how long roads will be closed for, and the direction of traffic during the opening event; • the availability of accessible parking spots; and, • whether Durham Region Specialized Transit Services have been contacted to ensure services are available for those that require it. 2.2 Don Given, Triple Properties Re: Durham Live Development Review Process Don Given, Malone Given Parsons Ltd., appeared before the Committee representing the applicant, Triple Properties. Through the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, Mr. Given provided an overview of the project implementation sequencing, noting that certain holding provisions have been lifted which have allowed the project to move forward. Mr. Given noted that the Region of Durham does not want intersections undergoing construction simultaneously, which will require that construction be undertaken in sequence. He also noted that there are delays in proceeding with construction on the south side of the property, as the applicant does not yet own these lands. He advised the Committee that the applicant would be proceeding with a site plan application to rezone the urban reserve for the lands east of Squires Beach Road for the film studio, but that this is taking longer than expected due to a complicated water system in the area. Mr. Given provided an overview of the phases of the Durham Live Master Plan, noting that the proposed market district will attract people to the area and complement the casino well, and that there have been discussions regarding the need for office space. Mr. Given further noted that there would be an environmental assessment required for the partial interchange at Church Street and Highway 401, and that this was anticipated to be completed by Winter 2022. He stated that the environmental assessment and lifting of the remaining holding provisions would allow for the full build out of Durham Live and that discussions regarding the new road connections between Pickering GO Station and Westney Road are ongoing between the Town of Ajax and the Region of Durham. Mr. Given advised Council that the next steps involve discussions with Metrolinx on transit connections and an Official Plan Amendment submission to Durham Region and the City of Pickering to designate Durham Live as a "Regional Centre" to allow additional permitted uses, including retail and residential uses. A question and answer period ensued between Members of Council and Mr. Given regarding: 3 Cty oh DICKERING Executive Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2020 Council Chambers — 2:00 pm Chair: Councillor Butt • anticipated timelines for the opening of the hotel, and whether this process could be expedited; • adjacent landowners and whether Triple Properties have been working with these landowners to come up with a coordinated approach to development; • cost sharing opportunities for road construction; • whether the Provincial government is looking at innovative ways to address the proposed Highway 401 interchange at Church Street, and that a joint Environmental Assessment with the Town of Ajax would be ideal; • if VIA Rail Canada had been approached regarding adding a stop near Durham Live; and, • the number of phases involved in the full build out of the Durham Live Master Plan. 2.3 Mary -Anne Pietrusiak, Pickering Rouge Canoe Club Nancy Cyros, Pickering Rouge Canoe Club Re: Relocating the Pickering Rouge Canoe Club to Progress Frenchman's Bay East Park to Accommodate Inclusive Programs Mary -Anne Pietrusiak, Commodore, Pickering Rouge Canoe Club (PRCC), appeared before the Committee and through the aid of a PowerPoint presentation, Ms. Pietrusiak outlined the PRCC's history and programs offered, noting that they are a non-profit, volunteer organization. Ms. Pietrusiak noted that the Club has been working for many years with the City and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) to find a stable, permanent, modern site, as their current site was never meant to be permanent and is being decommissioned. She requested that Council support the Club's recommendation to proceed with relocating to Progress Park, and outlined the suitability of the site for the Club's needs. Nancy Cyros, PRCC, appeared before the Committee to provide an overview of the Special Olympics Program and outlined the community value of the program for Pickering and Durham Region. Ms. Cyros provided the City Clerk with letters of support received from local residents, and a petition from those in support of the new site for the PRCC. Discussion continued regarding the TRCA, and whether they were in support of the new site for the PRCC. Members of Council questioned whether the letters of support received were from local residents in the immediate area of Progress Park and if the relocation of the Club would be disruptive to residents in the area. Ms. Pietrusiak responded to Members of Council, noting that the disruption would be minimal, in that there would be limited hours of operation and limited additional traffic. 4 Cty oh DICKERING Executive Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2020 Council Chambers — 2:00 pm Chair: Councillor Butt 3. Matters for Consideration 3.1 Director, Community Services & Deputy CAO, Report CS 05-20 Vending Services Agreement - Naccaration Enterprises Limited Recommendation: Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Pickles 1. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a Vending Services Agreement with Naccaration Enterprises Limited as set out in Attachment 1 to this report, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Community Services & Deputy CAO and the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and, 2. That the appropriate City officials be authorized to take the necessary actions as indicated in this report. Carried 3.2 Director, Finance & Treasurer, Report FIN 03-20 Statement of the Treasurer Respecting 2019 Remuneration and Expenses of Members of Council and Council Appointees to Boards, Agencies and Committees Recommendation: Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Pickles It is recommended that Report FIN 03-20 of the Director, Finance & Treasurer regarding the Statement of the Treasurer respecting Remuneration and Expenses of Members of Council and Council Appointees for the year 2019 be received for information. Carried 5 Cty oh DICKERING Executive Committee Meeting Minutes March 2, 2020 Council Chambers — 2:00 pm Chair: Councillor Butt 3.3 Director, City Development & CBO, Report PLN 03-20 Sustainable Pickering Year -in -Review Recommendation: Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Pickles That Report PLN 03-20 of the Director, City Development & CBO, on the release of the 2nd Annual Sustainable Pickering Year -in -Review, be received for information. Carried 4. Other Business 4.1 Councillor Butt requested that Staff explore possibilities for the City to implement guidelines to eliminate plastic shopping bags in the City of Pickering. Tony Prevedel, Chief Administrative Officer, advised Council that the City is currently working with the Province to determine what guidelines are permissible for the City to implement. 5. Adjournment Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Cumming That the meeting be adjourned. The meeting adjourned at 3:35 pm. 6 Carried