HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 17, 2008
PRESENT:
Mayor David Ryan
COUNCILLORS:
D. Dickerson
R. Johnson
B. Littley
B. McLean
J. O'Connell
D. Pickles
ALSO PRESENT:
T. J. Quinn
N. Carroll
G. Paterson
A. Allison
R. Holborn
D. Wilcox
C. Rose
L. Taylor
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- Chief Administrative Officer
- Director, Planning & Development
- Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer
- City Solicitor
- Division Head, Municipal Property & Engineering
- City Clerk
- Manager, Policy
- Manager, Development Review
(I) INVOCATION
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order and led Council in the saying of the
Invocation.
(II) DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
1. C<?uncillor McLean made a declaration of interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act with respect to delegation #21 and Report PO 47-08 of the Director,
Planning & Development, with respect to S.R. & R Bay Ridges as he has sold property
within the development. Councillor McLean did not take part in the discussion or vote
on the matters.
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(III) ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Resolution #215/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
Council Meeting Minutes, October 20, 2008
Planning & Development Committee Minutes, November 3, 2008
Executive Committee Minutes, November 10, 2008
CARRIED
Resolution # 216/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That the agenda be amended.to reflect a revised delegation list and the addition of
CORR. 107-08, being correspondence from Robert Miller, Region of York and CORR.
108-08 from John Presta, Region of Durham.
CARRIED ON A
MAJORITY VOTE
(IV) DELEGATIONS
Mayor Ryan advised that due to the large number of delegations, under the procedural
by-law they were provided with 10 minutes in which to address Council, however,
encouraged delegates not to be repetitive in their statements.
1. Donna Edwards
Region 12 Coordinator
Special Olympics Ontario
Re: Report PO 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
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Donna Edwards, Region 12 Coordinator, Special Olympics Ontario, appeared before
Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director of Planning & Development,
noting her support for the rezoning application. She stated that Special Olympic
athletes were currently preparing for the July 2009 games, which are scheduled to be
held in Windsor and utilized the Pickering Athletic Centre to train at a very reasonable
cost. She stated that her rhythmic gymnastics team trained at the gym and had
moved four times in the past six years, noting the main issue for the athletes is
accessibility, along with an environment that accepted these athletes. She further
advised that the team had adjusted well at the facility and no odours from the water
treatment plant were within the building
A question and answer period ensued. In response to questions raised, Ms. Edwards
advised that she had 12 athletes, four of which were in the martial gym program. She
advised that the athletes and herself had never experienced any odour within the gym
and that included several athletes that had severe health issues. She further advised
that irrespective of legal issues, this gym met all of her needs and she was treated
extremely well.
2. Krista Dales
Speaking on behalf of the Coaches of the
Pickering Athletic Centre
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 SQuires Beach Road
Krista Dales appeared before Council on behalf of the Coaches of the Pickering
Athletic Centre with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning &
Development and noted her support for the rezoning application. She outlined the
physical elements of gymnastics and indicated that it was a lifestyle that the coaches
at the Pickering Athletic Centre were passionate about. She stated that the coaches
were educated professionals and currently had 600 athletes within various programs,
noting that 4000 people would be affected if the gym had to relocate.
Ms. Dales responded to questions from members of Council, noting that she earned
an income from the Pickering Athletic Centre and did not have a health issue due to
the proximity of the water pollution plant.
3. Sarah Dales
Emily Towers
Speaking on behalf of the Athletes of the
Pickering Athletic Centre
Re: Report PD 39-08
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Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Sarah Dales and Emily Towers appeared before Council on behalf of the athletes of
the Pickering Athletic Centre and noted their support for the rezoning application. Ms.
Towers advised that she was 16 years old and was part of the gymnastics program for
12 years. She advised that she was now a Level 7 champion and a member of Team
Ontario, noting that she gained a large number of skills, including life skills while a
member of this gym. She further advised that she played advanced soccer due to the
athletic skills gained in the gymnastics program and that everyone at the gym was like
a second family to her. .
Sarah Dales advised that this was an excellent facility and she felt very comfortable in
the gym. She stated that moving a gym is a very stressful thing and any time away
from training can affect an athlete and the level of success. She further advised that a
major competition was being held at the Pickering Athletic Centre on December 5th
and 6th of this year and it was important to keep the gym open.
4. Helen Tymbos-Sanidas
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Helen Tymbos-Sanidas, a parent of an athlete at the Pickering Athletic Centre
appeared before Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning &
Development. Ms. Tymbos-Sanidas stated that she was in support of the rezoning
application and as a parent she had completed her homework. She referenced
Ashbridges Bay, noting it was a nuisance odour at this location and nothing more.
She outlined the hours that her daughter trains at the gym, along with the fact that her
daughter had asthma but since the relocation her inhaler had not been used to the
same frequency as the old gym. She referenced the Canadian Centre of Ethics in
Sports and outlined various reports and in summary requested that the Pickering
Athletic Centre be allowed to remain in its existing location.
Ms. Tymbos-Sanidas responded to questions of Council, noting that the most recent
report relating to Ashbridges Bay that she referenced was dated April 2007 and this
facility did in fact incinerate sludge, with no significant health risks noted in the report.
She further responded that this gym was far superior to their old gym and in her
opinion, there were no problems with the quality of the work that had been completed.
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5. Nancy Toupin
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Nancy Toupin, a parent of an athlete at the Pickering Athletic Centre appeared before
Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development.
Ms. Toupin stated that she was in support the rezoning application. Ms. Toupin
advised that it was a facility where parents put their children to learn and grow and the
coaches were like parents to the kids. She advised that it was a secure, trusting
relationship between the athletes and the coaches, along with a social network for
parents. She further advised that there was no concern for her daughters' health at
this location and requested support for the approval of the rezoning application.
6. Justine Veillette
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Justine Veillette, an athlete at the Pickering Athletic Centre appeared before Council
. with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. Ms.
Veillette stated that she trains at this gym and she loved it, and requested that Council
not close her dream.
7. Andrew Taylor
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Andrew Taylor, co-owner and coach at the Pickering Athletic Centre appeared before
Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development and
in support of the rezoning application. Mr. Taylor advised that there had been closed
to $350,000. Invested in the facility by the owners and it was a positive influence for
Pickering. He noted that the athletes need a large facility in which to train, along with
sufficient parking. He outlined the structural requirements of a gym of this size. In
summary, he advised that staff and parents have given a lot of time to making this
facility a success and requested support of the rezoning application.
Mr. Taylor responded to questions of Council, noting that the facility needed to
relocate and understood that all of the paperwork was well in place. He noted that
they did take a gamble in opening the facility due to the zoning, however did not feel
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this was a major concern and also, did not realize the MOE guideline was in place. He
further advised that he was not aware of any concerns at this time with respect to his
insurance carrier for the Pickering Athletic Centre.
8. David Gill
Re: Report PO 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
David Gill, a parent of an athlete at the Pickering Athletic Centre appeared before
Council with respect to Report PO 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. He
noted his support for the rezoning application and questioned why there was concerns
related to odour and this gym facility, when in fact the waterfront trail was in closer
proximity. He outlined emission statistics and the use of advanced bio-technology at
the water treatment plant, and felt there was no odour concerns and/or health
concerns. In summary, he stated that the gym was very strict on children leaving the
gym without their parents, therefore minimal concerns in relation to other unsuitable
businesses in the area and further, that this facility was state of the art for training.
9. Tom Smedley
Re: Report PO 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Tom Smedley appeared before Council with respect to Report PO 39-08 of the
Director, Planning & Development, and wanted to share a parents' point of view with
respect to the Pickering Athletic Centre. He stated that his son had developed strong
inner confidence since attending the gym and his daughter was now a Level 8 athlete.
He stated that the coaches at the facility had built a trust relationship with his children
and there were many intangibles provided by the Pickering Athletic Centre. He
advised that it was a family friendly environment that taught the athletes how to set
goals and to achieve them, and there was no other gym around like it. He emphasized
that they had learned, developed and grown as a family, including the children being
encouraged to think with their heads, along with their hearts. He requested that the
rezoning application be approved.
Mr. Smedley responded to questions of Council, noting that he was not aware that the
facility was operating illegally, however, they had no choice in which to allow their
children to train. He further responded that he was not aware of the Dillingham Road
location.
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10. Colleen Ho
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 SQuires Beach Road
The delegation was not in attendance.
11. Kristina Trach
Re: Report PD 39-08 ,
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 SQuires Beach Road
Kristina Trach, a parent of an athlete at the Pickering Athletic Centre appeared before
Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development and
in support of the rezoning application. Ms. Trach advised that she had an 11 year old
daughter at this facility and was pleased that the lease on the old location had not
been renewed. She stated that the old location had mould, fire issues and the landlord
was negligent, therefore she felt it was imperative that the gym move and that her
daughter could fulfill her dreams.
12. Michael Sawicky
Re: Report PD 36-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 SQuires Beach Road
Lori Sawicky appeared before Council on behalf of her husband, Michael Sawicky with
respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development and in support of
the rezoning application. She stated that her daughter had started gymnastics when
she was 5 years old and when Sport Seneca closed, the Pickering Athletic Centre took
her in. She noted that her daughter attends school in Markham and then takes the GO
train to the Pickering Athletic Centre, where she is able to train due to the fact that she
is a national athlete.
13. Gabriel Szobel
Associate Counsel, Development Law
Region of York Legal Department
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 SQuires Beach Road
Robert Miller, Senior Counsel for the Region of York, Cilong with Gabriel Szobel,
Associate Counsel appeared before Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the
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Director, Planning & Development. Mr. Miller advised Council that the Region of York
was co-owner with the Region of Durham of the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control
Plant, which is located at 901 McKay Road, directly across the street from the
Pickering Athletic Centre. He advised that the Region did not have any problem with
the use and the zoning if this was the appropriate location, however, he questioned if it
was good planning to have the facility so close to the water pollution control plant. He
stated that the Ministry of the Environment had established Guiqelines regarding the
compatibility of various land uses with one another and that the MOE Guidelines
require a 150 metre separation distance between the existing WPCP from the
sensitive land uses such as those proposed by the Applicant. He stated that the cost
could be significant if it is approved and subsequently parents complain about odour
issues, noting that the taxpayers may have to pay millions of dollars to ensure the
MOE Guidelines are met. He emphasized that he has no problem with the Pickering
Athletic Centre itself, simply the fact that this owner rolled the dice on the location prior
to the appropriate zoning and now wants the Regions to pay the costs for relocation.
He further emphasized that this matter is solely a planning matter and should be dealt
with under the requisite planning rules.
Mr. Miller responded to questions from Council. He stated that it was his
understanding that the Region of Durham had found an alternate location for the
Pickering Athletic Centre, however, the owner was unreasonable and wanted capital
expenses, along with relocation costs. He further stated that if the application was
approved, he fully anticipated that direction would be provided to appeal this decision
to the Ontario Municipal Board as it sets a very bad precedent. Mr. Miller advised that
the applicable MOE Guidelines state that where a sensitive land use is proposed to be ,
introduced into the area of influence of a water pollution control plant, and the potential
impacts from the operations cannot be adequately mitigated, the sensitive land use
shall not be permitted, and in this case the Pickering Athletic Centre can't mitigate. He
further responded that there was no planning justification or expert opinion provided on
whether it was a good location and he was not saying that it was dangerous, simply
that if it gets legalized then it would be a problem. In summary, Mr. Miller stated that
the Region of York was sympathetic to the athletes and parents, however it could cost
taxpayers millions of dollars based on the MOE Guidelines.
14. Dennis Large
Re: Report PD 39-08
Dalar Properties Limited
1050 Squires Beach Road
Dennis Large, a representative of the Pickering Athletic Centre appeared before
Council with respect to Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development and
noted his support for the rezoning application. Mr. Large stated that he was the guy
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who rolled the dice and thought things would work out for this location. He stated that
he had looked for over. a year and did make application to rezone a property on
Dillingham Road, however, due to environmental issues could not close the deal on
the property. He advised that he had only been advised by the Region in writing in
January 2008 and that only recently met with the Region to review an alternate
location. He advised that the property presented by the Region was on Sandy Beach
Road and it was a smaller facility, which would not provide the Pickering Athletic
Centre with the necessary space. He noted that the costs to move to the Squires
Beach location had cost just over $300,000. and it was his understanding that the
sensitive land use did not say a recreational facility, however it did say outdoor
recreational facility, which in his opinion would mean the waterfront trail. Mr. Large
advised that the Region of Durham does not understand his case and would have
liked the Region of York cooperation and a meeting to discuss. In summary, Mr. Large
stated that he had done his due diligence in researching the property for purchase,
noting that the Official Plan allowed recreational uses and believed it was the best
opportunity for him at the time and if it came to it, he would fight the appeals as best as
he could.
Mr. Large responded to questions from Council, noting that the parents were made
aware of the current situation. He advised that the revenue streams for the club were
gymnastics (competitive and recreational), dance studio, karate club and special
Olympics (rhythmic gymnastics). He responded that he did start the process early and
thought it would all be in line, but hit the roadblock of the sensitive land use issue. He
further responded that the Pickering Athletic Centre employed 50 to 60 people and
had over 600 members, with a waiting list.
Resolution # 217/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That the rules of procedure be suspended in order to change the order of the agenda
for the purpose of dealing with CORR. 107-08, CORR. 108-08, Report PO 39-08 [Item
#2 of New and Unfinished Business] and By-law 6906/08.
CARRIED ON 2/3rd
MAJORITY VOTE
N) CORRESPONDENCE
15. CORR. 107-08
ROBERT G. MILLER, SENIOR COUNSEL
REGION OF YORK
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Corporate Department, Legal Branch
17250 Y onae Street. Newmarket
Resolution #218/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That CORR. 107-08 being a letter from Robert G. Miller, Senior Counsel, Region of
York dated November 17, 2008 with respect to Zoning By-law Amendment
Application A11/07, Dalar Properties Limited, and reque~ting that the application be
denied by Council be received and referred to consideration of Report PD 39-08 of
the Director, Planning & Development.
CARRIED
16. CORR. 108-08
JOHN PRESTA
DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
REGION OF DURHAM
Works Department
605 Rossland Road East. Whitby
Resolution #219/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That CORR. 108-08 being a letter from John Presta, Director of Environmental
Services, Region of Durham dated November 14, 2008 with respect to Zoning By-
law Amendment Application A11/07, Dalar Properties Limited, and requesting that
the application be denied by Council be received and referred to consideration of
Report PD 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development.
CARRIED
(VII) NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Director, Planning & Development Report PD 39-08
Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/07
Dalar Properties Limited
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1050 Squires Beach Road
(Part of Lot 32 & Part of Block C, Plan M 1040)
City of Pickerina
[At the October 20, 2008 meeting of Council the matter of Report PO 39-08 was
referred to staff for further information and discussion with the Region of Durham
and the Region of York and brought back to the November 17, 2008 meeting of
Council]
Detailed discussion ensued on this matter. The City Solicitor outlined the contents
of the letter received from the Region of Durham and the MOE Guidelines. The
Director, Planning & Development outlined the proposed by-law in the event the
application was approved and the provisions within the by-law, specifically that it
included an 'H' provision. .
Resolution #220/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/07 submitted by Dalar Properties
Limited, on lands being Part of Lot 32 & Part of Block C, Plan M 1040, City of
Pickering, to amend zoning of the subject property to add commercial recreational
uses including a gymnastics facility, a dance studio, karate club and a soccer club, in
addition to the currently permitted industrial uses be approved.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ON A RECORDED VOTE
(IX) BY-LAWS
6906/08 Being a by-law to amend - Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law 2511, to
implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham on
Part of Lot 32 and Part of Block C, Plan M1040 (Part 5 & 6, 40R-10559) in
the City of Pickering (A11/07)
THIRD READING:
Councillor O'Connell, seconded by Councillor Johnson moved that By-law Number 6906/08,
be adopted and the said by-law be now read a third time and pas~ed and that the Mayor
and Clerk sign the same and seal of the Corporation be affixed thereto.
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CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ON A RECORDED VOTE
Council took a recess at 10:18 pm and reconvened at 10:38 pm.
16. Inspector Ross, Unit Commander
Ajax/Pickering Community Police Office -.19 Division
Jeff Moore, Sergeant, Community Resource Unit - 19 Division
Re: Durham Rea.ion Anti-Violence Intervention Strateav (DRAVIS)
Inspector Ross, Unit Commander of 19 Division and Jeff Moore, Sergeant, Community
Resource Unit at 19 Division appeared before Council with respect to the Durham
Region Anti-Violence Intervention Strategy (DRAVIS). Inspector Ross advised that
they were before Council to seek support for the Notice of Motion that was being
presented later in the meeting by Councillors O'Connell and McLean. He stated that in
2007, the Durham Regional Police Service was provided with $510,000. to develop a
strategy and this strategy became operational in early 2008. He outlined the statistics
and initiatives taken in this regard.
Sergeant Moore stated that the Durham Region Anti-Violence Intervention Strategy
was an excellent strategy and was a key opportunity for intelligence gathering,
especially in relation to gang activity. He noted that DRAVIS did not take officers away
from regular duties, but allowed for the officers to be paid overtime for this initiative.
. He further advised that this program allowed for an additional 16 officers to be on
patrol on Halloween and were not taken away from other patrols.
A question and answer period ensued.
17. Brian Spencer
Re: Report PO 36-08
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
-Parkland Conveyance
Brian Spencer, 1235 Radom Street, appeared before Council with respect to Report
PO 36-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. Mr. Spencer advised that he had
lived in Pickering for 38 years and was currently on the Board of Directors for the
Radom Street condominiums, and was representing the Board at this time. He
advised that the Board was in opposition to the reduction of the parkland conveyance
request of S.R. & R Bay Ridges Ltd. and that this company should be responsible as a
good corporate citizen in ensuring this payment is made.
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18. Doris Hopper-Reide
Re: Report PO 36-08
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
-Parkland Conveyance
Doris Hopper-Reide appeared before Council with respect to Report PO 36-08 of the
Director, Planning & Development and was in support of the staff recommendation.
She thanked Mayor Ryan for his support of the payment of the parkland conveyance
and noted that the staff report was expertly written, with arguments cogently formed.
She questioned if there was a performance bond in place and noted comments in
relation to sections of the Planning Act.
19. John Blanford
Re: Report PO 36-08
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
-Parkland Conveyance
The delegation was not in attendance.
20. Jacqueline Smart
Re: Report PO 36-08
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
-Parkland Conveyance
Jacqueline Smart, 829 Fairview Avenue appeared before Council with respect to
Report PO 36-08 of the Director, Planning & Development and was in support of the
staff recommendation, noting that SR. & R Bay Ridges Ltd. should be made to pay
the full cost. She stated that the request by S.R. & R Bay Ridges Ltd. was in insult to
her intelligence, along with the City of Pickering. She questioned why not parkland
conveyance for retail and noted that residents did want a replacement of retail.
21 . Steven Warsh
Re: Report PO 36-08
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
-Parkland Conveyance
William Friedman, solicitor for S.R. & R Bay Ridges Ltd. appeared before Council with
respect to Report PO 36-08 and emphasized that there was no attempt by his client to
reduce the amount for parkland conveyance, but rather pay the appropriate amount.
He stated that at issue was whether the buffer of lands already conv~yed should be
treated as parkland conveyance. He stated that the costs already incurred by his
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client included the construction of the walkway, maintenance fees and the conveyance
of buffer lands which had a total value of $775,000. In turn, he noted that the report
also asks for an additional $535,000. which far exceeded the 5% cash-in-lieu. He
commended staff for the persuasive report, but felt the report flies in the face of the
Planning Act. He did note that his client did recognize the staff comment on phasing
and in response to questions raised, would be in agreement to delaying the matter in
order to deal with staff and the aspect of a phased approach to the parkland
payments-in-lieu.
In responses to questions raised by Council, Mr. Friedman stated that his client was
requesting a reduction of $84,000 for the value of the walkway lands and $46,000 for
the cost of constructing the walkway, and a phasing in of the payments.
22. Roger Wade
Re: Report PO 39-08
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
- Parkland Convevance
Roger Wade, 1210 Radom Street, appeared before Council with respect to Report PO
39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. He advised that he was not here to .
complain about development, but was in fact in favour of development. He questioned
the regulation that stated no development within 3 km of a nuclear plant, and the
bottom line was that Council needed to decide what is good for Pickering. Mr. Wade
provided a written summary of questions for Council to the City Clerk for distribution.
23. Bryan Buttigieg
Re: Report PO 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Studv: . Growina Durham
Mr. Buttigieg, resident of Pickering, appeared before Council with respect to Report
PO 39-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. He stated that he was an
environmental laWyer and had been appointed to assist with the Rouge Duffins
Watershed Plan, which was a good starting plan. He outlined his concerns with the
Durham Growth Plan, noting that there was no erosion control etc. and in fact, there
was no part more important than headwaters. He referenced a report completed by
the Toronto Region Conservation Authority with respect to development of the
headwaters, noting that they had stated there was 'too many unknowns'. In response
to questions from Council, Mr. Buttigieg advised that when land is designated so far in
the future (2031) for urban growth, the expectation is then set.
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24. Peter Rodrigues
Re: Report PD 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Study: Growina Durham
Peter Rodrigues, a Pickering resident, appeared before Council with respect to Report
PD 42-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. He stated thatthe rush to approve
the growth plan was all wrong and we all know that development charges are woefully
wrong. He questioned why the watershed studies were not first to be completed, as
noted in the request of the TRCA. He emphasized that we need to maintain
agriculture and environmental friendly lands, therefore questioned the need to rush the
support for the growth plan.
25. David Donnelly
Re: Report PD 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Study: Growina Durham
David Donnelly, a representative of Environmental Defence and Green Door Alliance,
appeared before Council with respect to Report PD 42-08 of the Director, Planning &
Development. He advised that the projections were so far ahead into the future that it
bordered on being plain crazy. He further advised that the Region of Durham
greenfields were far away and will not be serviced, therefore no benefit to the
community, so consequently was simply a proposal to flip land. He noted that this
plan offends the Places to Grow legislation and residents should not have to keep
coming back and he had two immediate thoughts; public participation and the
projections were too far in the future, noting that money would just not be there for
extra greenfields. In response to questions of Council, he noted that he supported the
TRCA letter on this plan, however there is no planning rationale (not strong enough).
26. Brian Buckles
Green Door Alliance and the
Durham Conservation Association
Re: Report PD 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Study: Growina Durham
Brian Buckles, a representative of the Green Door Alliance and the Durham
Conservation Association appeared before Council with respect to Report PD 42-08 of
the Director, Planning & Development. He stated that the Growing Durham paper
recommendations called for expanding urban area boundaries by more than 300 ha;
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which was more than 2/3rds for future living area, with employment lands making up
the balance and therefore, by approving the staff report, Council would in fact be
endorsing those extensions. Mr. Buckles outlined in detail the extension of urban area
to accommodate employment lands and the extension of urban area for living space.
In summary, he questioned what the negatives of proceeding and recommending no
urban area expansion at this time. Specifically, municipal taxpayers would be better
protected, prime farmland would be preserved, the Conservation Authority's requests
regarding the Carruthers Creek watershed would be met, there would be more
pressure to move towards smart growth and lowered public expenditure created. Mr.
Buckles provided a copy of his presentation to the City Clerk.
27. . Bernadette Zubrisky
Re: Report PO 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Study: Growino Durham
The delegation was not in attendance, however, a written submission was provided to
the City Clerk. .
28. Hazel Daubeny
Re. Report PO 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Concerns with Infrastructure of Pickerino and the Effects on the Medical System
The delegation was not in attendance.
29. Jim Robb
Re: Report PO 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Study: . Growina Durham
Th~ delegation was not in attendance.
30. Lucy Stocco, Executive Vice President
Tribute Communities
Re: Report PO 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan
Implementation Study: Growina Durham
LucyStocco, a representative of Tribute Communities appeared before Council with
respect to Report PO 42-08 of the Director, Planning & Development. Ms. Stocco
noted that she has been attending meetings with respect to Durham's Growth Plan
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since 2000 and recalls that there was significant public participation, including a
workshop help in the Pickering Council Chambers. She advised that the Places to
Grow legislation was the guiding force for developers and further expressed
appreciation to Regional and City staff with respect to the growth plan. In reviewing
the growth plan, she noted that 81 % of the plan is in the green belt and 4% was in the
white belt area, including the urban boundary expansion will be in the white belt. She
further referenced a letter from the TRCA dated July 11, 2008.
Council took a recess at 1 :30 am and reconvened at 1 :51 am.
(V) CORRESPONDENCE
1. CORR. 93-08
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
5 Shoreham Drive
Downsview. ON M3N 1 S4
Resolution #221/08
Moved by Councillor McLean
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
That CORR. 93-08 being a letter received from the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority with respect to a resolution passed at a meeting held on
March 28, 2008, regarding the Rouge River Watershed Plan, be received for
information.
CARRIED
2. CORR. 94-08
COUNCILLOR O'CONNELL
CITY OF PICKERING
Discussion ensued on this matter, specifically in relation to the process, will the
Region be monitoring what is left, the need for public education and the tracking of
the process to ensure there is no disconnect. It was noted that the public require the
tools to succeed with a program such as this, and this was not being provided.
Further questions arose in relation to the route selection, including the fact that an
internal working group determined the routes, with no public engagement.
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Resolution #222/08
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That CORR. 94-08 being a memo received from Councillor O'Connell with respect to
Regional Works Committee Report 2008-WR-35, Clear Bags Pilot Study Objectives
and Procedures, be received for information.
CARRIED
3. CORR. 95-08
LORRAINE CHIASSON
REGULATORY COORDINATOR
ENBRIDGE
500 Consumers Road
North York. ON M2J 1 P8
Resolution #223/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 95-08, being a letter from Lorraine Chiasson, Regulatory Coordinator,
Enbridge, providing a copy of the notice of application with respect to the Enbridge
Gas Distribution 2009 Rate Adjustment, be received for information.
CARRIED
4. CORR. 96-08
PATTI BARRIE
MUNICIPAL CLERK
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
40 Temperance Street
Bowmanville. ON L 1 C 3A6
Resolution #224/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
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That CORR. 96-08 being a letter from Patti Barrie, Municipal Clerk, Municipality of
Clarington, advising that at a meeting held on October 27th, 2008, Council adopted a
resolution with respect to the protection of agricultural land within the white belt, as
part of the Durham Growth Plan, be received for information.
CARRIED
5. CORR. 97-08
KATHY STRANKS
MANAGER, CHAIR AND CAO'S OFFICE
TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION
5 Shoreham Drive
Downsview. ON M3N 1 S4
Resolution #225/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 97-08 being a letter from Kathy Stranks, Manager, Chair and CAO's
Office, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority advising that at a meeting held on
October 24,2008, a resolution was passed with respect to Growing Durham, be
received for information.
CARRIED
6. CORR. 98-08
THE HONOURABLE MICHAEL CHAN
MINISTER, MINISTRY OF
CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION
6th Floor, 400 University Avenue
Toronto. ON M7A 2R9
Resolution #226/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 98-08, being a letter from Michael Chan, Minister, Ministry of
Citizenship and Immigration with respect to an invitation to participate in Ontario's
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volunteer recognition programs for 2009, be received for information.
CARRIED
7. CORR. 99-08
P.M. MADILL, REGIONAL CLERK
REGION OF DURHAM
605 Rossland Road East
Whitby. ON L 1N 6A3
Resolution #227/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 99-08 being a letter from P.M. Madill, Regional Clerk, Region of
Durham, advising that at a meeting held on October 29, 2008, the Planning, Works,
Finance and Administratron Committees of Regional Council adopted
recommendations with respect to the Metrolinx Draft Regional Transportation Plan
and Investment Strategy for the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, be received for
information.
CARRIED
8. CORR. 100-08
LORNE D. ALMACK, P.ENG., CMC
R. R. #5
CLAREMONT. ON
Resolution #228/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 100-08 being a letter received from Lome Almack regarding the
expansion of urban boundaries in the Oshawa, Whitby and Pickering areas, be
received for information.
CARRIED
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9. CORR. 101-08
MICHAEL ROBERTSON
LAND OVER LANDINGS.
1150 Hwy 7, RR1
LOCUST HILL. ON LOH 1JO
Resolution #229/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 101-08 being a letter from Michael Robertson, Land Over Landings,
with regards to the destruction of class 1 farmland in the North Pickering watershed,
be received for information.
CARRIED
10. CORR. 102-08
DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICES BOARD
605 Rossland Road East, Box 911
Whitby, ON L 1 N OB8
Resolution #230/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That CORR. 102-08 being a letter from the Durham Regional Police Services Board
providing an Information Sheet for Mayors of the Durham Region, be received for
information. .
CARRIED
11. CORR. 103-08
KRISTIN ROBINSON
BOWMANVILLE, ON
Resolution #231/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
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That CORR. 103-08 being email correspondence from Kristin Robinson,
Bowmanville, with respect to Growing Durham and the urban expansion into
northeast Pickering lands, be received for information.
CARRIED
12. CORR. 104-08
P.E. MATTSON
838 Miriam Road
Pickerina. ON L 1W 1X6
Resolution #232/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Johnson
1. That CORR. 104-08 being a letter from Pat Mattson, requesting a grant in the
amount of $1,887.00 for a benefit for long term resident Earl Costello be
received;
2. That a grant in the amount of $1 ,887.00 to cover the costs of hall rental, Socan,
taxes, liability insurance, license and ticket printing be made to Mr. Pat Mattson;
and
3. That this amount be charged to Account 2195 (Grants to Organizations &
Individuals."
CARRIED
13. CORR.105-08
LINDSEY BRENNER
SUPERVISOR, ANIMAL SERVICES
CITY OF PICKERING
Resolution #233/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That CORR. 105-08 being a memo from Lindsey Brenner, Supervisor, Animal
Services, City of Pickering, be received and that the City of Pickering proclaim the
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month of December, 2008 as lams Home 4 the Holidays month.
CARRIED
14. CORR. 106-08
MARISA CARPINO
SUPERVISOR, CULTURE & RECREATION
CITY OF PICKERING
Resolution #234/08
Moved by Councillor Dickerson
Seconded by Councillor Pickles
That CORR. 106-08 being a memo from Marisa Carpino, Supervisor, Culture &
Recreation, City of Pickering, be received and that the City of Pickering proclaim
various cultural celebrations on behalf of the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race
Relations and Equity in the month of December.
CARRIED
(VI) COMMITTEE REPORTS
a) REPORT PD 2008-11 OF THE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
1. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 37-08
Rinal Enterprises Inc.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1906
Cougs Investments Ltd.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1913
Ballymore Building (Pickering) Corp.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1915
Dare-Dale Developments Limited
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1916
Rondev Homes Ltd.
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1920
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Rondev Homes Ltd.lACPACorporation Ltd.lBianchi; Vincenzo, Lisa, Gabriale and
Liliana/Digirolamo, Filomena and Anna
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1923
Woodsmere Properties Limited
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1943
Marshall Homes (Altona) Limited/D'Oliveira, Anthony and Allison
Helbling, Gertrude
Plan of Subdivision 40M-1958
Final Assumption of Plans of Subdivision
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report PD 37-08 of the Director, Planning & Development regarding the
Final Assumption of Plans of Subdivision 40M-1906, 40M-1913, 40M-1915,
40M-1916, 40M-1920, 40M-1923, 40M-1943 and 40M-1958 be received;
2. That the highway being Monica Cook Place within Plan 40M-1915 be assumed
for public use;
3. That the highway being Holbrook Court within Plan 40M-1916 be assumed for
public use;
4. That the highway being Granby Court within Plans 40M-1920 and 40M-1923 be
assumed for public use;
5. That the highways being Stroud's Lane and Treetop Way within Plan 40M-1943
be assumed for public use;
6. That the highways being Fawndale Road, Stover Crescent, Littleford Street and
Stonehampton Court within Plan 40M-1958 be assumed for public use;
7. That the services required by the Subdivision Agreements relating to Plans
40M-1906, 40M-1913, 40M-1915, 40M-1916, 40M-1920, 40M-1923, 40M-1943
and 40M-1958, 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 from Blocks 10 and
11, Plan 40M-1906; Blocks 28 and 29, Plan 40M-1915; Blocks 23, 24 and 25,
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Plan 40M-1920; Blocks 42,43,44 and 45, Plan 40M-1923; Block 16, Plan 40M-
1943 and Blocks 35,36,37 and 38, Plan 40M-1958;
8. That the Subdivision Agreements and any amendments thereto relating to Plans
40M-1906, 40M-1913, 40M-1915, 40M-1916, 40M-1920, 40M-1923, 40M-1943
and 40M-1958, save and except from Blocks 30, 32, 33 and 34, Plan 40M-1923
and Block 16, Plan 40M-1943, be released and removed from title;
.9. That Council enact a By-law to dedicate Block 26, Plan 40M-1920 as public
highway; and
10. That Council enact a By-law to dedicate Blocks 17 and 18, Plan 40M-1943 as
public highways.
2. Director, Planning & Development, Report PO 43-08
Zoning By-law Amen.dment - A 11/08
Grant Morris Associates Ltd.
1789,1795,1801 & 1805 Pine Grove Avenue
1790, 1792, 1794, 1804, 1806, 1808 & 1810 Wood view Avenue
(Part of Road Allowance Between Lots 34 & 35, Concession 1
Parts 2,3,5 - 9,11 -13, 15, 17, 18,20,22,24,26 - 30,32,33 &
35,40R-25121)
City of Pickerina
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 11/08 submitted by Grant Morris
Associates Ltd. to amend the existing zoning on the rear of the subject properties
to permit reduced side yard widths, reduced building height and an increased lot
coverage on lands situated on Part of Road Allowance Between Lots 34 & 35,
Concession 1, Parts 2,3,5 - 9,11 -13,15,17,18,20,22,24,26 - 30,32,33 &
35, 40R-25121 be approved.
2. That City Council endorse the creation of more than 3 lots to proceed by Land
Division for the properties at 1795 Pine Grove Avenue and 1804, 1806 & 1808
Woodview Avenue; and
3. Further, that the amending zoning by-law to implement Zoning By-law
Amendment Application A11/08 as set out in Appendix I to Report PO 43-08 be
forwarded to City Council for enactment.
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Resolution #235/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That the Report of the Planning and Development Committee PD 2008-12, dated
November 3,2008, be adopted, save and except Item 3.
CARRIED
3. Director, Planning & Development, Report PD 42-08
Region of Durham's Growth Plan Implementation Study: Growing Durham
- Draft Recommended Growth Scen.ario and Policy Directions Report, prepared
by Urban Strategies Inc. et ai, dated September 23, 2008
- Phase 5
Resolution #236/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report PD 42-08 of the Director, Planning & Development, regarding the
Draft Recommended Growth Scenario and Policy Directions Report, dated
September 23, 2008, presenting the draft recommendations for Phase 5 of the
Region of Durham's Growth Plan Implementation Study, be received;
2. That the comments contained in Report PD 42-08 on the Draft Recommended
Growth Scenario and Policy Directions Report for the Region of Durham Growth
Plan Implementation Study be endorsed, and further that the Region of Durham
and its consultants be requested to make the following changes:
a) Expand the extent of land identified for future living area around Kinsale,
extending both to the west and to the east to Lake Ridge Road, so as to
create a threshold of growth for a complete neighbourhood;
b) Revise the policy restricting major office development from employment
areas, such that it permits major office development at selected freeway
interchanges, thereby taking advantage of transit and increasing
employment densities;
c) Reconsider the timing of the lands in the centre of northeast Pickering
identified for future employment in the post-2031 period, so as to maximize
the logical and orderly extension of services and infrastructure; and
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d) Implement the timing changes recommended by Regional Planning
Committee on October 14,2008, to bring lands for future living area at
the north limit of northeast Pickering from post-2031 to pre-2031, and to
change the lands in northeast Pickering adjacent to Lake Ridge Road from
pre-2031 to post-2031;
3. That the City of Pickering recommend to the Region of Durham that a public
meeting in Pickering be held following release of the final report; and .
4. Further, that a copy of Report PO 42-08 and Pickering Council's resolution on the
matter be forwarded to the Region of Durham, Urban Strategies Inc. et ai, other
Durham Area Municipalities, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, and the
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE
LATER IN THE MEETING
[See Following Motions]
Resolution #237/08
Moved by Councillor Littley
Seconded by Councillor O'Connell
That Item 2 of the main motion be amended by adding the following as part e)>
"Support the updating of the watershed plans with the Toronto and Region
Conservation Authority as appropriate;".
CARRIED
Resolution #238/08
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor Littley
That the main motion be amended by adding the following as Item 3 and re-numbering
Items 3 and 4;
'That the Region of Durham be advised that the TRCA does not support the
incorporation of lands in the headwaters of the Carruthers Creek watershed into the
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Durham Region 2031 urban boundary until such time as the following issues have
been satisfactorily address:
. completion of an update to A Watershed Plan for the Duffins Creek and
Carruthers Creek to assess the environmental carrying capacity of the
watershed, define a sustainable natural heritage system, and address potential
flooding and erosion impacts to downstream residents and infrastructure;
. an analysis to sh0w when the subject lands would be needed within the ten-
year local urban boundary,
. a comparison of the agricultural viability of the Carruthers lands to other
whitebelt lands currently being excluded from the urban boundary, and
. the completion of Durham's Master Water and Wastewater Servicing Study.'
MOTION DEFEATED
The main motion, as amended. was CARRIED ON A RECORDED VOTE AS
FOllOWS:
YES
NO
Councillor Dickerson
Councillor Johnson
Councillor McLean
Councillor O'Connell
Councillor Pickles
Mayor Ryan
Councillor Littley
REPORT EC 2008-08 OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
1. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 37-08
Dunbarton Indoor Pool Renovation Project
-Tender No. T-17-2008
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 37-08 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
regarding T-17-2008 for the Dunbarton Indoor Pool Renovation Project be
received;
2. That Council ratify the approval by the Chief Administrative Officer during
Council's summer recess of proposal no. RFP-4-2008 for the supply of energy
ventilation and pool dehumidification systems for the Dunbarton Pool;
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3. That Tender T-17-2008 submitted by BWK Construction Company Ltd., at a cost
of $1 ,782,900 (PST and GST included) be accepted;
4. That the total gross project cost of $1,995,000 (GST included) and a net project
cost of $1,900,000 including the tender amount and other associated costs be
approved;
5. That Council approve the re-allocation of the Federal Gas Tax funds associated
with the 2008 capital project for the Frenchman's Bay - Master Plan Phase One
(5410.0805.6182) and that these funds be re-submitted in the 2009 Capital
Budget;
6. That Council authorize the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer to finance
the project as follows:
a) the sum of $1,000,000, as provided for in the 2008 approved Capital Budget,
to be funded from Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund;
b) the sum of up to $500,000, as provided for in the 2008 approved Capital
Budget, to be financed by the issue of debentures through the Regional
Municipality of Durham, over a period not exceeding fifteen (15) yeats, at a
rate to be determined;
c) the additional project costs estimated to be $400,000 be funded from the
Federal Gas Tax Reserve Fund ($200,000) and from the funding the City will
receive from the "Investing in Ontario Act, 2008" ($200,000) including any
additional unanticipated costs;
d) the annual repayment charges in the amount of approximately $49,800 be
included in the annual Current Budget for the City of Pickering commencing in
2009, continuing thereafter until the loan is repaid, and any financing cost to
be paid out of the Current Budget;
e) the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer has updated the City's 2008
Annual Repayment Limit and the repayment thereof falls within the City's
Annual Repayment Limit for debt and financial obligations, as established by
the Province for municipalities in Ontario and would not cause the City to
exceed the updated limit, and therefore, Ontario Municipal Board approval is
not required prior to City Council's authorization;
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f) undertake the financing of this project or portions thereof that cannot be
accommodated through the foregoing through internal loans, Infrastructure
Ontario - OSIFA Loan Program, or a financial institution offering long term
financing under similar terms and conditions;
g) the Treasurer is authorized to take any actions necessary in order to effect the
foregoing;
7. That the draft by-law attached to this report be enacted; and
8. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary
action to give effect thereto.
2. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 39-08
Facility Snow Removal
-Quotation No. Q-59-2008
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 39-08 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
regarding Facility Snow Removal be received;
2. That Quotation No. Q-59-2008 submitted by C&R Paving Inc. for Snow Clearing
and Salting Service - Facility Parking Lots Schedule A in the amount of $89,000
plus GST for Year 1 and $95,500 plus GST for Year 2 and Schedule C (hourly
rates) Year 1 and Year 2 be accepted; and
3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take necessary
action to give effect thereto.
3. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 40-08
Building Canada Fund - Communities Component Intake One
-PickerinQ Museum VillaQe Restoration and UpQrade Proiect
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 40-08 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
regarding the Building Canada Fund - Communities Component (BCF-CC)
Intake One be received;
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2. That the Corporation of the City of Pickering participate in the BCF-CC Intake
One through the submission of an application by the application deadline of
. November 21,2008;
3. That the City of Pickering's application to BCF-CC Intake One shall consist of
various building restoration programs and upgrades to the infrastructure at the
Pickering Museum Village, at a total estimated (gross) cost of $885,000 and a net
estimated City cost of $295,000;
4. That the Council of the City of Pickering endorse the Pickering Museum Village
Restoration and Upgrade Project as the City's Intake One BCF-CC application;
5. That the BCF-CC Intake One project be identified as a Capital priority in the 2009
Capital Budget, subject to receiving approval of funding by BCF-CC; and
6. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authority to give
effect thereto.
5. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 45-08
2008 Internal Loan and External Debentures
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report CS 45-08 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be
approved;
2. That Council approve an internal loan in the amount of $200,000 for a maximum
term of ten (10) years, to be borrowed from the Development Charges Reserve
Funds, for the External Subdivision Works-Roads: Brock Road, Third Concession
Road to Taunton Road and furthermore, that the Director, Corporate Services &
Treasurer be authorized and directed to take whatever actions necessary; and,
3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be given authority to give
effect thereto.
6. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 49-08
Formal Quotations - Quarterlv Report for Information
COUNCIL DECISION
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That Report CS 49-08 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer regarding
Formal Quotations..:.. Quarterly Report for information be received for information.
7. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 50-08
Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act - Adiustment to Taxes
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report CS 50-08 of the Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer be
received;
2. That the write-off of taxes in the amount of $40,283.47 as provided under Section
357/358 of the Municipal Act, 2001 be approved; and,
3. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the
necessary action to give effect hereto.
8. Director, Corporate Services & Treasurer, Report CS 51-08
2008 Year End Audit
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That the Audit Plan as submitted by Deloitte & Touche LLP, included as
Attachment 1 to this report be received for information; and,
2. That the Chief Administrative Officer and the Director, Corporate Services &
Treasurer be authorized to sign the Auditor's Engagement Letter on behalf of the
City.
10. Director, Planning & Development, Report PO 45-08
Draft Regional Transportation Plan (September 2008)
Draft Investment Strategy (September 2008)
Metrolinx
EBR Reaistrv Number: 010-4717
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report PO 45-08 of the Director, Planning & Development, regarding the
Draft Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and Draft Investment Strategy (IS),
both dated September 2008 and released by Metrolinx, be received;
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2. That Metrolinx be requested to revise the Draft Regional Transportation Plan:
The Big Move: Transforming Transportation in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton
Area, dated September 2008, as follows:
a) implement the vision for Seaton as a "transit first" community by adding the
following tothe 15-Year Plan (2024):
(i) resolution of the Steeles-Taunton traffic bottleneck as a priority;
(ii) identify a new east-west rapid transit connection on the
Steeles-Taunton Corridor to BrockRoad on Figure 4;
(Hi) prioritize passenger rail service on the C.P. Bellville Rail Line to Brock
Road as one of the "Top 15 Priorities";
(iv) widen and improve Highway 7 west of Brock Road to four lanes through
Seaton to support development and transit service;
(v) extend the Brock Road rapid transit line (Other Rapid Transit
(BRT/LRT/AGT) line) through Seaton to Highway 407 on Figure 4;
b) support and invest in developing Transportation Master Plans (TMPs)
addressing all modes of transportation and identifying policies and a course of
action for implementing the RTP, as well as other critical transportation
infrastructure within Pickering's Urban Growth Centre by establishing an
Eastern GT A Anchor Mobility Hub, including:
(i) the City's planned pedestrian bridge over Highway 401;
(ii) a full Highway 401 interchange at Liverpool Road; and
(iii) a shared vehicle parking structure serving commuters and downtown
visitors;
c) support the easterly extension of Highway 407, its links and transitway by:
(i) identifying the easterly extension of Highway 407 to Highway 35/115 by
2013 and transitway within the first 15 years in Figure 4 of the RTP;
(ii) identifying the easterly extension of Highway 407 and its links and
transitway as completed on Figure 5 (the 25-Year Plan) of the RTP;
(iii) revising the text referring to the Highway 407 east extension on page
75 of the Draft RTP to reflect the Province's commitment to complete
the highway and its links by 2013;
d) correct Figures 4 and 5 by:
(i) revising mapping of 'built-up' area for Pickering to reflect the approved
Provincial built boundary;
3. That Metrolinx be requested to revise the Draft Investment Strategy: A Plan for
Implementation Action, September 2008, by:
a) developing an operating cost model for new infrastructure proposed under the
RTP;
b) considering the broader relative benefits of investments in key road
infrastructure versus investments in improved transit operations;
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c) developing a financing plan for the operating, rehabilitation and capital
infrastructure needs of the RTP, in consultation with municipalities; and
4. Further, that a copy of Report PD 45-08 be forwarded to Metrolinx, the EBR, the
Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry
of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Regional Municipality of Durham, and
Durham Area Municipalities.
Resolution #239/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That the Report of the Executive Committee EC 2008-08, dated November 10, 2008, be
adopted, save and except Items 4 and 9.
CARRIED
4. Director, Operations & Emergency Services, Report OES 41-08
City's Traffic & Parking By-law No. 6604/05
- Updatinq Amendment
A brief question and answer period ensued with respect to marketing of the new
restrictions to residents, specifically if a notice could be added into the tax bill insert for
the winter months.
Resolution #240/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report OES 41-08 of the Director, Operations & Emergency Services
regarding proposed amendments to the City's Traffic & Parking By-law No.
6604/05 be received; and
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2. That the attached draft by-law be enacted to amend Section 15 to By-law No.
6604/05 to provide for the prohibition of on street parking between the hours of
2:00 am and 5:00 am from December 1st to March 31st annually.
CARRIED
. 9. Chief Administrative Officer, Report CAO 07-08
Review of Appointments to Boards and Committees
- Council Direction December 14. 2006
A brief discussion ensued on this matter.
Resolution #241/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
COUNCIL DECISION
1. That Report CAO 07-08 of the Chief Administrative Officer be received;
2. That Policy ADM 040 for Boards & Advisory Committees, included as Attachment
# 1 to this report be approved;
3. That the Boards & Advisory Committees, included as Attachment # 2, as
amended, to this report be formally closed based on project completion,
dissolution and/or inactivity;
4. That the Boards & Advisory Committees, included as Attachment # 3, as
amended, to this report be formally reconfirmed;
5. That the Public Library Board composition be increased by one member for a
total of 10 members effective December 1, 2008;
6. That the Advisory Committee on Race Relations composition be increased by
two community appointments for a total of five members and the Heritage
Pickering Advisory Committee be increased by three community appointments
for a total of eleven members;
7. That the term for the Property Standards/Fenceviewers be extended to
December 31,2008 pending the outcome of a fence by-law review;
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8. That a Special Meeting of Council (including an In Camera session) be held on
Monday, December 8, 2008 for the purpose of review and appointment to Boards
and Advisory Committees; and
9. That the City Clerk be directed to take the appropriate action.
CARRIED
(VII) REPORTS - NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Director, Planning & Development Report PO 47-08
-Addendum to Report Number PO 36-08 .
S.R. & R. Bay Ridges Ltd.
-Parkland Conveyance
[At the October 20, 2008 meeting of Council the matter of Report PO 36-08 was
referred to the November 11h meeting of Council.]
A brief discussion ensued on this matter.
Resolution #242/08
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor Dickerson
That Report PO 36-08 of the Director, Planning & Development be referred to staff to
negotiate the timing of the payments for the parkland conveyance.
CARRIED
(VIII) NOTICE OF MOTION
1. SECURITY AND SAFETY AT GO STATIONS
Resolution #243/08
Moved by Councillor Pickles
Seconded by Councillor McLean
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WHEREAS there are over 200,000 passengers on GO trains and buses every weekday;
and
WHEREAS there are about 50,000 parking spots available at GO parking lots used by 12
million vehicles per year; and
WHEREAS GO Transit indicated that there are 350 reported incidents of theft and
vandalism annually; however, GO Transit has no process for riders to report thefts and
vandalism or GO to track; and
WHEREAS media reports and first hand information of many theft and vandalism incidents
at GO Stations, including Pickering, are unreported or unrecorded by GO Transit and police;
and
WHEREAS many visitors indicate that they have been the victim or know someone who has
been the victim of incidents ranging from vandalism and personal property theft to vehicle
theft. Some cars are reported with missing lights, wheels and airbags. One media report
noted that GO Transit parking lots are "auto parts stores" for brazen thieves.
NOW THEREFORE although GO Transit has made attempts to improve safety and
security, more needs to be done
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Pickering requests that GO Transit
put in place the following measures:
provide better education to riders to protect themselves and their personal
property
- establish a formal reporting and tracking process through GO Transit staff and
online for riders to report incidents and that through advertising, GO Transit make
riders aware of the processes to report incidents to GO Transit and police
- that GO Transit record and report all incidents and compile and share this
information with the local police services and to riders through its newsletters and
online to municipalities in which it operates
- GO Transit increase staff and enforcement at GO Stations and pedestrian and
parking areas to improve safety and security of property
improve lighting, particularly in well used pedestrian areas
increase closed circuit television cameras
- other safety and security measures as appropriate
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Further, that this resolution be shared with Durham municipalities, the GO Transit Board,
Durham Regional Police Services and MPP's for Ajax-Pickering and Scarborough East-
Pickering.
CARRIED
2. DURHAM REGION ANTI-VIOLENCE INTERVENTION STRATEGY
Resolution #244/08
Moved by Councillor O'Connell
Seconded by Councillor McLean
WHEREAS The Ministry of CQmmunitySafety and Correctional Services is committed to
ensuring that Ontario's communities are supported and protected by law enforcement and
public safety systems that are safe, secure, effective, efficient and accountable and
therefore proposed the creation of an Anti Violence Intervention Strategy within
communities in the GT A to help combat gun related violence and other street level crime;
and
WHEREAS the aim of the Anti Violence Intervention Strategy is to utilize intelligence
already gathered to identify areas within a community where high incidents of gang activity
or violence have or are likely to occur and to take a proactive approach aimed at reducing
violence, increasing community safety and improving the quality of life for members of the
community, who have been impacted by this type of criminal violence; and
WHEREAS in 2007 the Ministry gave the approval for $510,000 to be provided to the
Durham Regional Police Service to create an Anti Violenqe Strategy within Durham Region.
The Durham Region Anti Violence Strategy (DRAVIS) was created and became operational
in early 2008; and
WHEREAS the City of Pickering and it's residents view crime and crime prevention to be of
the utmost importance and contribute to a more sustainable community through Sustainable
Pickering lens of healthy society; and
WHEREAS it is widely believed that crime prevention cannot be accomplished without the
community's involvement and understanding, which is at the core of the DRAVIS program.
Officers are deployed in uniform and maintain a high level of visibility within the community
by patrolling areas in marked patrol cars, on foot and during warmer weather on police
bicycles. Additionally officers assigned to DRAVIS distribute, to area residents, specially
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printed business cards outlining the DRAVIS program and empowering the community with
knowledge in order to be involved in the prevention of neighbourhood crime; and
WHEREAS the DRAVIS program has been a successful program in Durham Region with
the prevention of crime, empowering community members and creating more visibility of our
Police Services. To date there have been 110 DRAVIS initiatives completed in Durham
Region and has resulted in 2098 street checks, 507 arrests, and 16 weapons seized
including 1 firearm;
NOW THEREFORE The City of Pickering resolves to Minister Bartolucci, Minister of
Community Safety and Correctional Services that the City of Pickering supports and
requests that the Anti Violence Intervention Strategy program is continued in Durham
Region and that continual funding be provided to Durham Regional Police Services in order
for the operation of DRAVIS to continue throughout our region and ensure crime prevention
initiatives are continued.
AND FURTHER a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Sergeant Mariano, Durham
Regional Police Services, Durham MP's, Durham MPP's, Durham Regional Council and all
Durham municipal Councils for endorsement and further, that the endorsements be
forwarded to Minister Bartolucci.
CARRIED
(IX) BY -LAWS
6909/08 Being a by-law to exempt Blocks 4, 6 and 8 on Plan 40M-2339, Pickering,
from the part lot control provisions of the Planning Act. (By-law attached)
6910/08 Being a by-law to amend Traffic & Parking By-law No. 6604/05, to provide
for the prohibition of on street parking. [Refer to Executive Page 61, as
amended]
6911/08 Being a by-law to authorize the Dunbarton Indoor Pool Renovation Project
in the City of Pickering and the issuance of debentures therefor in the
amount of $400,000. [Refer to Executive Pages 44 and 45]
6912/08 Being a by-law to amend Restricted Area Zoning By-law 3036, to
implement the Official Plan of the City of Pickering, Region of Durham in
Part of Road Allowance between Lots 34 & 35, Concession 1, Parts 2, 3,
5-9, 11-13, 15, 17, 18,20,24,26-30,32,33& 35, 40R-25121, in the City
of Pickering (A 11/08) [Refer to Planning Pages 77-83]
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6913/08 Being a by-law to dedicate Blocks 17 and 18, Plan 40M-1943 as public
highways. [Refer to Planning Page 70]
6914/08 Being a by-law to dedicate Block 26, Plan 40M-1920 as public highway.
[Refer to Planning Page 69]
6915/08 Being a by-law to appoint By-law Enforcement Officers for the purpose of
enforcing parking restrictions in private property (By-law attached)
THIRD READING:
Councillor Dickerson, seconded by Councillor Johnson moved that By-law Numbers
6909/08 to 6915/08, 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 seaJ of the Corporation be affixed
thereto.
CARRIED
(X) OTHER BUSINESS
1. Councillor Dickerson and Pickles gave notice of their intent to introduce a Notice of
Motion at the December 15, 2008 meeting of Council with respect to a request to
Veridian Corporation to undertake the undergrounding of hydro services along Brock
Road in the Duffin heights Neighbourhood at the outset of development and
coincidental with the reconstruction of Brock Road to a four lane urban profile. A copy
of the Notice of Motion was provided to the City Clerk.
2. Councillor McLean congratulated Mayor Ryan with respect to the Mayor's Gala which
was held on November 15, 2008. Mayor Ryan advised that the funds raised would
support transport incubators for babies.
3. Councillor Littley requested the Chief Administrative Officer to investigate Regional
Roads and bike paths, and specifically if a staff report could be prepared on
suggestions for implementing a City policy.
4. Mayor Ryan requested the Chief Administrative Officer and the City Clerk to review the
Council agenda and prepare a report on possible recommendations to ensure the
effectiveness of the meetings due to lateness of the hour of recent meetings.
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(XI) CONFIRMATION BY-LAW
By-law Number # 6916/08
Councillor Johnson, seconded by Councillor McLean, moved for leave to introduce a
By-law of the City of Pickering to confirm those proceedings of the Council of The
Corporation of the City of Pickering at its Regular Meeting of November 17,2008.
CARRIED
(XII) ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Johnson
Seconded by Councillor McLean
That the meeting be adjourned at 2:47 am.
CARRIED
DATED this 17th day of November, 2008
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DEBI A. WILCOX -. .. "
CITY CLERK
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