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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 3, 2012 (Joint) Cat/ Joint Planning & Development and - Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe Present: Councillors: K. Ashe D. Dickerson B. McLean J. O'Connell D. Pickles P. Rodrigues Absent: Mayor Ryan — illness Also Present: T. Prevedel - Chief Administrative Officer N. Carroll - Director, Planning & Development T. Melymuk - Director, Sustainability Office B. Douglas - Fire Chief R. Holborn - Division Head, Engineering Services C. Rose - Manager, Policy K. Senior - Manager, Accounting Services N. Surti - Manager, Development Review & Urban Design K. Thompson - Manager, By-law Enforcement Services C. Celebre - Senior Planner— Development Review & Heritage D. Jacobs - Principal Planner— Policy D. Shields - City Clerk (I) Disclosure of Interest No disclosures were noted. (II) Part `A' — Information Reports Catherine Rose, Manager, Policy, gave an outline of the requirements for a Statutory Meeting under the Planning Act. She outlined the notification process procedures and also noted that if a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City before the by-law is passed, that person or public body are not entitled to appeal the decision of City Council to the Ontario Municipal Board, and may not be entitled to be added as a party to the hearing unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so. • 1 Cat/ A Joint Planning & Development and ° I '-' Executive Committee Meeting Minutes IMM E Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe 1. Information Report No. 10-12 Zoning Amendment Application A 6/12 Navraj Properties Inc. 720 Sheppard Avenue Part Lot 28, Concession 1, Part 1, 40R-10000, City of Pickering A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for the purpose of informing the public with respect to the above noted applications. Cristina Celebe, Senior Planner, Development Review& Heritage, provided an overview of the application. Chris Sepe, real estate broker for the applicant, appeared before the Committee, explaining the property has been vacant for the past 5 to 6 months. He noted that he had encouraged the applicant to request a zoning change because it has been a challenge to find doctors for this location. He noted that the zoning changes would broaden the uses on the property and make it more viable for leasing. A question and answer period ensued. Sylvia Spencer, 771 Sheppard Avenue East, appeared before the Committee, noting her concerns with the lighting on the property. She also stated she would like to see the grade corrected at Whites Road and the CNR bridge making it safer for exiting and entering. She stated she was not in favour of another convenience store as a possible use because there were enough in the area now. She noted the poor site • lines to the back of the building and noted her concern with the potential for the parking lot to become a high school hangout. She also noted that she was concerned with the uses creating additional traffic and parking problems on the site. She questioned how much space would be utilized for dumpsters and questioned when pickups as well as deliveries would be scheduled and noted her concerns with the noise and parking problems this would create. A question and answer period ensued with respect to parking, lighting improvements as well as upgrading the fencing along the railroad tracks. 2. Information Report No. 11-12 Revised Draft Plan of Subdivision 18T-90016(R) Revised Zoning By-law Amendment Application A 9/90 (R) The Cairo Group Inc. 5113 Brock Road (Part of Lots 17 and 18, Concession 9, Part of Lot 31, Lots 32, 47 and 48, Plan 12, Part of Part 1, Plan 40R-14340), City of Pickering 2 Cis Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe A public information meeting was held under the Planning Act, for'the purpose of informing the public with respect to the-above noted applications. Dean Jacobs, Principal Planner— Policy, provided an overview of the application. Brian Welsh, 1762 Joseph Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee noting his concerns with stormwater and flooding issues. He stated the flooding situation predates this development and provided a slide show of photos to better understand the impact of the flooding issues on his property. He stated his property has been flooded numerous times, with his well being contaminated and making his home worthless. He noted he has disconnected from the City's stormwater system as a result. He noted he is not opposed to development, but the problems need to be addressed prior to any new development taking place. Jim Doyle, 5229 Old Brock Road, Claremont, appeared before the Committee stating he would like to see the monitoring of wells with testing results be a requirement in the development documents. He also noted concerns with traffic volumes, vehicular speeds, construction traffic, noise and dust. He also suggested that the proposed Street A should be opened up to the by-pass during construction and all construction traffic rerouted through there. He stated that stormwater management and flooding concerns with significant runoff from the fields are a major problem. He suggested this could be best solved by diverting water or the addition of retention ponds. He stated that the issues should be shared responsibilities between the landowner, the developer, the City of Pickering and the Region of.Durham. Cheryl Ann Colvin, 1730 Lane Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee and reiterated the same concerns Mr. Doyle addressed. She noted she has also had flooding in her basement as well and is also concerned with the increased traffic and speeds. She also noted her concern with the comment that Lane Street could be extended to the east. Sandra Sutherland, 1710 Lane Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee and stated that all of her concerns had been noted by previous speakers. John Hickman, 5267 Old Brock Road, Claremont, appeared before the Committee and stated he had provided written comments to the City Clerk. He also stressed the need to correctly note the address as 5113 Old Brock Road not 5113 Brock Road on all documents. Kevin Rydzik, 5066 Wixon Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee, questioning whether Lane Street would be going through. He also requested clarification on dewatering, noting the confusion on the plans. 3 cis o4, Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee Meeting Minutes NM NMI Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe Stephanie Couperthwaite, 1764 Central Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee noting her concerns with flooding and also stated that sidewalks in the area need to be addressed. Wayne Colage, 1724 Hoxton Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee stating his concerns with the condition of the sidewalks. He also noted the problem with traffic flow, stating there is more pedestrian and bicycle traffic than vehicles on the streets. David Masters appeared before the Committee on behalf of the homeowner at 5230 Old Brock Road, questioning the future use of the remaining farmlands. He noted this should be dealt with in the Official Plan Amendment. David Leinwand, 1754 Lane Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee also noting his concerns with flooding and groundwater problems, stating he has also had flooding in his basement. He also noted he does not want to see Lane Street extended and questioned tree preservation. Sherry Cleary, 5128 Old Brock Road, Claremont, appeared before the Committee stating her concerns with flooding and well contamination. She noted that Street B will come right in front of her property, which would create increased noise, traffic and dust. Margaret Baranick, 5240 Old Brock Road, Claremont, appeared before the Committee and requested clarification on the designation of the balance of farmlands. She also noted the existing ditches would not be serviceable for the area. She also noted the need to repair the sidewalks and noted her concerns with traffic and speed. She stated that they have a dug well which is unfit to drink as a result of contamination, and has also gone dry. Andre Kern, 5192 Old Brock Road, Claremont, appeared before the Committee, stating his concerns with water flow and flooding. He noted the existing culvert is in need of repair again. He also noted the need to address traffic and speed concerns as well as well water. He questioned what the applicant's plans were in the event problems occur with wells, noting that monitoring does not solve the problem. Kim Barker, 1758 Joseph Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee, stating the infrastructure issues need to be addressed prior to any further development taking place. She also noted there is a significant berm located behind her property and noted if this is removed, it would have a significant impact on her property as well as neighbouring properties. 4 city co = Joint Planning & Development and • `' ' ' � Executive Committee Meeting Minutes Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe Katherine Clark, 1730 Central Street, Claremont, appeared before the Committee with concerns regarding traffic and drainage. She also questioned what would happen to the remainder of the property. Dan Barkley, a resident of Claremont, appeared before the Committee, stating he was in support of the development, but had concerns regarding flooding. The applicant reappeared before the Committee to address resident's concerns. He provided an explanation with respect to Lane Street, wells, traffic, construction as well as stormwater management. A question and answer period ensued with respect to the Hamlet boundary, flooding issues and tree preservation. (III) Part `B' — Executive Committee Reports 1. Director, Community Services, Report CS 44-12 Valley Farm Road and Glenanna Road Traffic and Safety Concerns Recommendation Moved by Councillor Dickerson Seconded by Councillor O'Connell 1. That Report CS 44-12 of the Director, Community Services regarding traffic and safety concerns on Valley Farm Road and Glenanna Road, in response to Resolution #113/12 be received; 2. That the crosswalk request on Valley Farm Road at either Avonmore Square, in the vicinity of the 1880/1890 Valley Farm Road driveway, or at the intersection with The Esplanade North not be supported based on the traffic study results and staff recommendation; 3. That an IPS crosswalk be installed on Glenanna Road located on the south\side of The Esplanade North be considered in the 2013 Capital Budget. Carried Moved by Councillor McLean Seconded by Councillor Pickles 5 c� °q Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee Meeting Minutes *s ��w Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe 4. That 50 km/h speed limit signs be installed on Valley Farm Road and Glenanna Road, and that two pedestrian crossing signs on Valley Farm Road be installed close to 1880/1890 Valley Farm Road with "Watch for Seniors" tabs added to the signs, and that the existing pedestrian crossing sign on Valley Farm Road north of Diefenbaker Court be relocated to a location south of Diefenbaker Court and a "Watch for Seniors" tab be installed on both existing pedestrian crossing signs; 5. That staff investigate reducing the speed limit on Valley Farm Road and Glenanna Road from 50 km/h to 40 hm/h and bring back a report to Council. Carried 2. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CST 32-12 Section 357/358 of the Municipal Act—Adjustment to Taxes Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Report CST 32-12 of the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor be received; 2. That the write-offs of taxes 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. Carried 3. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CST 33-12 2013 Temporary Borrowing By-law Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Report CST 33-12 from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor be received; 6 Cry 00 =4 Joint Planning & Development and aEiu' Executive Committee Meeting Minutes WISINIMIZE Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: CouncillorAshe 2. That the temporary borrowing limit to meet 2013 current expenditures pending receipt of taxes and other revenues be established at $38,000,000 for the period January 1, 2013 to September 30, 2013 inclusive, and $19,000,000 thereafter until December 31, 2013; 3. That the temporary borrowing limit for capital purposes for 2013 be established at $47,000,000; 4. That the attached draft by-law providing for the temporary borrowing of monies, be enacted; and, 5. That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. Carried 4. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CST 34-12 2013 Interim Spending Authority Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean 1. That Report CST 34-12 from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor be received; 2. That the 2013 Interim Operating Expenditures be approved at 50% of the prior year's budget, including adjustments, as contained in Attachment 1, pending approval of the formal 2013 Current Budget by Council; and, 3. That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions to give effect thereto. Carried 5. Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, Report CAO 23-12 Administrative Amendments to Taxicab Licensing By-law 6702/06 Recommendation Moved by Councillor Pickles Seconded by Councillor McLean 7 Cali 00 A Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee Meeting Minutes VIONEINIOC Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe 1. That Report CAO 23-12 regarding administrative and fee amendments to Taxicab Licensing By-law 6702/06 be received; 2. That the proposed amendments in the draft by-law attached be enacted. Carried (V) Other Business Moved by Councillor Rodrigues Seconded by Councillor O'Connell That the rules of procedure be suspended and leave be granted to introduce a motion to direct staff to explore with Transport Canada the possibility of practical retention of the Brophy stone house located at 4355 Brock Road. Carried on 2/3 Majority Heritage preservation of the Brophy Stone House Moved by Councillor Rodrigues Seconded by Councillor O'Connell Whereas the Brophy house at 4355 Brock Road is listed in the City of Pickering 2008 Municipal Heritage Register as of Cultural Heritage Value; Whereas there are few remaining stone houses of heritage importance remaining in Pickering; Whereas other heritage properties and structures upon the federal lands within the boundaries of the City of Pickering, have been facing constant significant decline in numbers due to demolitions, especially in the past two years; Whereas based on the report by Barry Bryan and Associated Ltd. And subsequent inspections, that restoration is definitely feasible; Whereas new interest and potential plans have arisen to rescue the Brophy stone house from demolition; Now Therefore be it resolved that the Council for the City of Pickering directs staff to explore with Transport Canada, the possibility of practical retention of the Brophy stone house located at 4355 Brock Road, subject to reaching a reasonable arrangement. This matter is to be conducted within the next two weeks. 8 c1u, 01 _ Joint Planning & Development and Executive Committee Meeting Minutes I*1 ik[ Monday December 3, 2012 7:00 pm - Council Chambers Chair: Councillor Ashe Carried Unanimously on a Recorded Vote Councillor McLean°requested that staff take a look at the fencing put up at Glenanna and Liverpool for the Emery Homes site. (VI) Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 10:30 pm. 9