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                                                                                                  COUNCIL MINUTES

                                                                                         June 14 and 15, 2011

                                                                  Council Chamber, Anthony Roman Markham Civic Centre

                                                                                                                                  Meeting No. 11

 

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ROLL CALL

Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Deputy Mayor Jack Heath, Regional Councillor Jim Jones, Regional Councillor Gord Landon, Regional Councillor Joe Li, Councillor Valerie Burke, Councillor Howard Shore, Councillor Don Hamilton, Councillor Carolina Moretti, Councillor Colin Campbell, Councillor Alan Ho, Councillor Logan Kanapathi, Councillor Alex Chiu.

 

 

STAFF

John Livey, Chief Administrative Officer

Jim Baird, Commissioner of Development Services

Brenda Librecz, Commissioner of Community and Fire Services

Andy Taylor, Commissioner of Corporate Services

Catherine Conrad, Town Solicitor

Andrew Brouwer, Deputy Town Clerk

Dennis Flaherty, Director, Communications & Community Relations

Joel Lustig, Treasurer

John Wong, Technology Support Specialist

Alida Tari, Committee Coordinator

Ralph Capocci, Chief of Staff to the Mayor

 

 

The Regular Meeting of Council convened at 7:17 p.m. on June 14, 2011 in the Council Chamber, Civic Centre.  Mayor Frank Scarpitti presided.

 

 

At 11:58 p.m., Council passed a motion to waive Section 3.28 of Procedural By-law 2001-1 allowing the meeting to continue further than 12:01 a.m. on June 15, 2011.  The motion moved by Councillor Howard Shore and seconded by Councillor Don Hamilton was carried by two-thirds vote of the Members present.

 

 

1.         DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

 

(1)        None declared.

 

 


 

2.         MINUTES

 

(1)        COUNCIL MINUTES – MAY 31, 2011

            Minutes

 

Moved by Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by Councillor Carolina Moretti

 

That the Minutes of the Council Meeting held on May 31, 2011, be adopted.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

3.         PRESENTATIONS

 

Council consented to add presentation Item Nos. 1 and 2 and to re-number the order of the presentations.

 

 

(1)        INTERNATIONAL INDIA FILM ACADEMY (IIFA) (12.2.6)

 

Mayor Frank Scarpitti, on behalf of Members of Council, thanked Councillor Logan Kanapathi for his assistance with organizing the International India Film Academy (IIFA) neighbourhood event held at Middlefield Road on June 11, 2011. 

 

Mayor Scarpitti noted the Markham International India Film Academy (IIFA) Buzz Events are being held at the Anthony Roman Markham Civic Centre on June 17 and 18, 2011.  He also noted the event and along with other various events, coincides with celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Anthony Roman Civic Centre building, designed by well known Canadian Architect Arthur Erickson.

 

 

(2)        COUNCILLOR ALEX CHIU – RECIPIENT OF THE
            MINISTRY OF MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS AND HOUSING OF ONTARIO
            25 YEARS LONG-STANDING SERVICE AWARD (12.2.6)

 

Mayor Frank Scarpitti, on behalf of Members of Council, extended congratulations to Councillor Alex Chiu for receiving the 25-year Long-standing Service Award from the Honourable Rick Bartolucci, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing of Ontario.  The Awards are given to municipally-elected officials with at least 25 years of service and the program was introduced by the Ontario government in 2004.

 

Mayor Scarpitti highlighted some of the many accomplishments of Councillor Alex Chiu.  Councillor Chiu served eight consecutive terms of office, having been recently re-elected in October 2010 to represent Ward 8 for the ninth time.


 

On behalf of Members of Council, Mayor Frank Scarpitti recognized and thanked representatives of the various community groups and charitable organizations that were in attendance, including Councillor Chiu’s wife Alicia and his family members.

 

 

(3)        MARKHAM SENIORS CENTRE AND
            THORNHILL SENIORS CENTRE CHEQUE PRESENTATIONS (12.2.6)

 

Gail Leet, President, Older Adults in Action/Markham Seniors Club, presented a cheque in the amount of $26,900 to Council to be applied against the operating costs of the Markham Seniors Centre.

 

Wilf Shub, President, Thornhill Seniors Club, also presented a cheque in the amount of $24,800 to Council to be applied against the operating costs of the Thornhill Seniors Centre.

 

 

(4)        2011 MAYOR'S SENIORS HALL OF FAME AWARDS (12.2.6)

 

Council extended congratulations to the recipients of the 2011 Mayor’s Seniors Hall of Fame Awards.  The Mayor's Seniors Hall of Fame Award is presented to a nominee over 60 years of age who has made a unique and outstanding contribution to the Markham Community.  The Mayor's Seniors Hall of Fame Winner for 2011, the Meritorious Award and the Certificate of Appreciation, are awarded to nominees for their unique or outstanding achievements.

 

Mr. Raj Sethi, Chair, Mayor’s Senior Hall of Fame Awards Committee, presented the following awards:

 

Certificates of Appreciation

Yash Kapur

Judi McIntyre

David Rawcliff (Councillor Howard Shore received the award on his behalf)

 

Meritorious Awards

Bill Crothers

Hilda Pearson

 

Hall of Fame Award for 2010

Joanne Olson (Councillor Carolina Moretti received the award on her behalf)

 

 

Mr. Sethi thanked Members of Council and staff for a job well done in organizing the event.

 


 

(5)        RECOGNITION OF VISHVAS DATE
            - SILVER MEDAL WINNER OF
            CANADIAN MASTERS BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIP (12.2.6)

 

Council recognized Mr. Vishvas Date for winning the Silver Medal at the Canadian Masters Badminton Championships held in Stratford Ontario from April 10 to 16, 2011.

 

Mr. Date represents the Angus Glen Masters Badminton Club which has been operating under the Older Adults Program for the Town of Markham for the last 6 years.

 

 

(6)        MARKHAM DISTRICT ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY BURSARY
            AWARDS CEREMONY (12.2.6)

 

Mr. Bruce Ander, President and CEO, Markham District Energy Inc., provided background information on the Markham District Energy Sustainability Bursary.  The program has been established to help cultivate and nurture future environmental leaders.  The bursary encourages and rewards graduating Markham high school students who have distinguished themselves through environmental community service, extracurricular and volunteer activities, and academic excellence; and who intend to study sciences related to the environment at a Canadian post-secondary institution.

 

Celebrating its 10th Anniversary in 2011, the Markham District Energy Sustainability Bursary grants 14 awards of $1,000 each annually.  Council extended congratulations and recognized the winners for 2011, including:

 

Schools

Winners

Father Michael McGivney Catholic Academy

Thulashini Sooriyadas

Saint Brother Andre Catholic High School

Alicia Kassee

St. Augustine Catholic High School

Kevin Wong

Saint Robert Catholic High School

Jessica Loo-Yong-Kee

Bill Crothers Secondary School

Alwin Wong 

Bur Oak Secondary School

Deepiga Vigneswaran

Markham District High School

Clarence Wong

Markville Secondary School

Anthony Yuen

Middlefield Collegiate Institute

Abby Selliah

Milliken Mills  High School

Geoffrey Chung

Pierre Elliott Trudeau High School

Sivani Baskaran

Thornhill Secondary School

Steven Sherman

Thornlea Secondary School

Alva Fong

Unionville High School

Shevon Comeau

 


 

(7)        NORTH AMERICAN SOCIETY OF TRENCHLESS
TECHNOLOGY (NASTT) “2011 MUNICIPAL AND
UTILITY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD” (5.3)

 

Council recognized the Waterworks staff for their outstanding efforts that resulted in the Town of Markham receiving the “2011 Municipal and Utility Achievement Award”.  On behalf of the Waterworks Department, Mr. Ernie Ting, Manager of Infrastructure, provided further information regarding the award.

 

The award recognizes the Town of Markham’s support, contribution, and leadership in trenchless technology for the past 20 years.

 

 

 

4.         DELEGATIONS

 

(1)        DELEGATIONS REGARDING THE INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES OF CONSTRADA        AGGREGATE RECYCLING FACILITY AT 350 YORKTECH DRIVE (10.0)

 

            Council received the following delegations expressing their concerns and objections regarding the industrial activities of ConStrada Aggregate Recycling Facility at 350 Yorktech Drive:

            - James Chang

            - Enoch Mo

            - Edward Mak

            (On behalf of the residents and businesses of: Circa YRSCC 1067+1183, Eko YRSCC 1128+1138, Majestic Court YRSCC 1166 and First Markham Centre YRSCC 1100)

            (See Petition Item No. 1) (Communication No. 50-2011)

 

 

(2)        REID SUTHERLAND
             - MARKHAM DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING TRACK (13.6)

 

            Reid Sutherland addressed Council requesting that the Town of Markham send a letter to the York Region District School Board to support the inclusion of a running track in the new Markham District High School.

            (See New/Other Business Item No. 1 for Council’s decision)

            (Although the matter regarding running track at Markham District High School was not on the agenda, Council consented to hear the delegation of Reid Sutherland)

 

 


 

5.         PETITIONS

 

(1)        PETITION REGARDING
            CONSTRADA AGGREGATE RECYCLING FACILITY
             AT 350 YORKTECH DRIVE (10.0)

            letter+Petition Memo

 

Moved by Councillor Alan Ho

Seconded by Councillor Alex Chiu

 

1)         That the memorandum dated June 14, 2011 from the Commissioner of Development Services regarding ConStrada Recycling Facility at 350 Yorktech Drive be received; and

 

2)         That the delegations from Mr. James Chang, Mr. Enoch Mo and Mr. Edward Mak be received; and,

 

3)         That the petition signed by residents and businesses concerned about the industrial activities of ConStrada Aggregate Recycling Facility at 350 Yorktech Drive be received; and further,

 

4)         That staff provide an update report at the June 28, 2011 Development Services Committee meeting regarding the temporary zoning by-law amendment application by Gemcross Developments (Constrada Aggregate Recycling Facility) to permit the existing aggregate recycling facility at 350 Rodick Road for an additional three years, including legal advice on the same.

 

                        (Delegation Item No. 1) (Communication No. 50-2011)

 

CARRIED

 

            Council consented to not consider the following proposed resolution regarding the ConStrada Recycling Facility at 350 Yorktech Drive:

 

            “That the petition signed by approximately 697 residents and businesses concerned about the industrial activities of ConStrada Aggregate Recycling Facility at 350 Yorktech Drive be received and referred to the Commissioner of Development Services.”

 

 


 

6(a)      REPORT NO. 38 - GENERAL COMMITTEE (June 13, 2011)

 

Moved by Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by Regional Councillor Gord Landon

 

That Report No. 38 – General Committee comprised 5 items be received and adopted.

 

(1)        THE GREENPRINT, MARKHAM’S
            SUSTAINABILITY PLAN, FINAL REPORT (5.7)

            Report     Appendix A     Appendix B

 

1)         That the staff report and presentation titled The Greenprint, Markham’s Sustainability Plan, Final Report dated June 13, 2011, be received; and,

 

2)         That Council approve the Greenprint, Markham’s Sustainability Plan, as attached; and,

 

3)         That the Sustainability Office continue to work with Council, staff and the community to implement the recommendations and report progress quarterly to Council while also incorporating the Greenprint into annual business planning and capital and operating budget processes; and,

 

4)         That the implementation of the Greenprint be coordinated through the Environmental Issues Committee; and,

 

5)         That the Sustainability Office report back regularly on progress on implementation; and,

 

6)         That the correspondence from Mr. Ryan Friedman be received; and further,

 

7)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

 

CARRIED

 

 

(2)        MINUTES OF THE APRIL 6, 2011
            THE FRIENDS OF THE MARKHAM MUSEUM
            FOUNDATION BOARD (16.0)

            Minutes

 

1)         That the Minutes of the April 6, 2011 The Friends of the Markham Museum Foundation Board be received for information purposes; and,


 

2)         That the recommendation from the April 6, 2011 minutes be endorsed:

            “That Cathy Molloy, Director of Markham Museum, be given signing authority for cheque requisitions issued by the Friends of the Markham Museum Foundation.”

 

CARRIED

 

 

(3)        BOARD AND COMMITTEE RESIGNATION (16.24)

 

1)         That the resignation from Patrick Carr from the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham be received with regret and that a letter of appreciation be forwarded by Mayor Frank Scarpitti.

 

CARRIED

 

 

(4)        KENNEDY MACKENZIE CONSIX INVESTMENTS
LIMITED PROPOSED PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
19TM-95050, PHASE 3 - RELEASE OF AGREEMENTS FROM TITLE (8.0)

            Report     Attachment

 

1)         That the report entitled “Kennedy Mackenzie Consix Investments Limited Proposed Plan of Subdivision 19TM-95050, Phase 3 – Release of Agreements from Title” be received; and,

 

2)         That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute the necessary Release of Agreements to be registered on title to that Part of Lot 19, Concession 6, designated as Parts 1, 2 ,3 & 4, Plan 65R-28314, said Release to be in the form and content satisfactory to the Town Solicitor; and,

 

3)       That the Chief Administrative Officer be delegated authority to execute releases of agreements registered on title that have either expired or are no longer applicable, all in a form satisfactory to the Town Solicitor; and further,

 

4)       That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

 

CARRIED

 


 

(5)        067-S-11 SUPPLY OF A PUMPER TRUCK
            AND AERIAL APPARATUS (7.12)

            Report     Attachment

 

1)         That the report entitled “067-S-11 Supply of a Pumper Truck and Aerial Apparatus” be received; and,

 

2)         That the supply of a Pumper Truck be awarded to Safetek Emergency Vehicles in the amount of $561,613.44 in US dollars ($550,601.41 in CDN dollars) inclusive of HST; and,

 

3)         That the supply of an Aerial Chassis and Apparatus be awarded to Safetek Emergency Vehicles in the amount of $917,730.00 in US dollars ($882,143.30 in CDN dollars) inclusive of HST; and,

 

4)         That authority to approve the expenditure to equip the Pumper Truck and the Aerial Chassis and Apparatus in the amount of $26,000.00 be provided to the Director, Operations or his designate as per the limits in accordance to the Expenditure Control Policy; and,

 

5)         That the funds for the awards be provided from account 057-6150-11245-005 “Corporate Fleet Replacement” in the amount of $1,412,282.00; and,

 

6)         That the shortfall in the amount of $46,462.27 be funded from the Life Cycle Replacement and Capital Reserve account; and,

 

7)         That the tender process be waived in accordance with Purchasing By-law 2004-341, Part II, Section 7 Non Competitive Procurement, item 1 (e) which states “Where the Town is acquiring specialized equipment, in which case the sources of supply may be identified based on technical specifications prepared by the User Department staff.  The Manager of Purchasing may negotiate purchases based on such specifications in consultation with the User Department;” and,

 

8)         That vehicles 9841 (1995 model year) and 9853 (1990 model year) will be sold in accordance with Purchasing By-law 2004-341, Part V, Disposal of Personal Property and proceeds be posted to account 890 890 9305 upon delivery of new Pumper Truck and Aerial Apparatus; and further,

 

9)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

 

CARRIED

 

 


 

6(b)      REPORT NO. 39 - DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE (June 13, 2011)

 

Moved by Regional Councillor Jim Jones

Seconded by Councillor Don Hamilton

 

That Report No. 39 – Development Services Committee comprised of 1 item be received and adopted.

 

 

(1)        HERITAGE COMMUNITY RECOGNITION
            AWARD NOMINATIONS ONTARIO HERITAGE TRUST (16.11)

            Report

 

1)         That the staff report entitled “Heritage Community Recognition Award Nominations, Ontario Heritage Trust”, dated June 14, 2011, be received; and,

 

2)         That Council nominate the following individuals for the Ontario Heritage Trust’s Heritage Community Recognition Program:

a.       Peter Ross, Cultural Heritage

b.      Tupper Wheatley, Natural Heritage; and,

 

3)         That this resolution be referred to the Council meeting on this date to allow staff the time needed to prepare the nomination package and submit prior to the June 30, 2011 nomination deadline; and further,

 

4)         That Staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to this resolution.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

7.         MOTIONS

 

There were no motions considered by Council.

 

 

 

8.         NOTICES OF MOTIONS

 

There were no notices of motions considered by Council.

 

 


 

9.         COMMUNICATIONS

 

Moved by Regional Councillor Gord Landon

Seconded by Councillor Alex Chiu

 

That Council receive and consent to the disposition of communications in the following manner:

 

Referred to all Members of Council

46-2011           SPECIAL OCCASION LIQUOR PERMIT FOR GREEK ORTHODOX COMMUNITY OF MARKHAM

                         - Forwarding a request for the Town of Markham to designate their Annual Greek Festival being held on July 15-17, 22-24 and 29-31, 2011 at 11359 Warden Avenue as a “Community Festival”.  The designation is a requirement of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for the application of Special Occasion Liquor Permit. (Ward 6) (3.21)

                        Letter

CARRIED

 

 

47-2011           SPECIAL OCCASION LIQUOR PERMIT FOR ST. DIMITRIJA SOLUNSKI, MACEDONIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH

                         - Forwarding a request for the Town of Markham to designate their Annual Cultural Food, Dance and Music Festival being held on September 9 to 11, 2011 at 201 Main Street Markham as a “Community Festival”.  The designation is a requirement of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) for the application of Special Occasion Liquor Permit. (Ward 5) (3.21)

                        Letter

CARRIED

 

 

48-2011           LIQUOR LICENCE APPLICATION FOR PHO ON 7, 3621 HIGHWAY NO. 7, UNIT 111

                        - Forwarding a request for the Town of Markham to completed the Municipal Information Form (New restaurant and new liquor licence application) (Ward 6) (3.21)

                        Info

CARRIED

 

 

49-2011           ROAD CLOSURE FOR MARKHAM INTERNATIONAL INDIA FILM ACADEMY (IIFA) BUZZ EVENTS

                        – Forwarding a request to close Town Centre Boulevard north from Cox Boulevard to south on Apple Creek Boulevard on June 18, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (3.5)

                        Info

CARRIED

 

 

50-2011           CONSTRADA AGGREGATE RECYCLING FACILITY AT 350 YORKTECH DRIVE – UPDATE MEMORANDUM (10.0)

                        - Memorandum dated June 14, 2011 from the Commissioner of Development Services providing background information on this matter.  Memo

                        (Delegation Item 1

                        (Council consented to add Communication No. 50-2011 and to receive it – See Petition Item No. 1)

CARRIED

 

 

 

10.       PROCLAMATIONS

 

(1)        APPROVED PROCLAMATION - FOR INFORMATION (3.4)

            Info

 

Moved by Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by Regional Councillor Gord Landon

 

1)         That the following proclamation issued by the Town Clerk in accordance with the Town of Markham Proclamation Policy be received for information purposes:

 

                        - Ontario Family Fishing Week (July 2 to 10, 2011).

 

CARRIED

 

 

(2)        ITALIAN HERITAGE MONTH - JUNE 2011 (3.4)

 

Moved by Mayor Frank Scarpitti

Seconded by Councillor Carolina Moretti

 

Whereas Ontario is home to more than 1,350,000 Italian Canadians; and,

 

Whereas the Italian Canadian community, through its vibrancy, has made and continues to make significant contributions to the Town of Markham; and,

 

Whereas Italian Canadians, through hard work, determination, caring, compassion and faith,  have contributed to many facets of Canadian life and the building of our nation, including the areas of business, civil service, the arts, research and innovation, education, health sciences, and philanthropy; and,

 

Whereas the Province of Ontario proclaimed the month of June Italian Heritage Month; and,


 

Whereas the Town of Markham will celebrate Italian Heritage Month at the Anthony Roman Markham Civic Centre through a flag raising ceremony;

 

Now therefore be it resolved:

 

1)         That June 2011 be proclaimed as Italian Heritage Month in the Town of Markham, and,

 

2)         That a ceremony be held at the Anthony Roman Markham Civic Centre with the attendance of Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Council to raise the flag of the Republic of Italy.

 

CARRIED

 

__________________________________

 

Mayor Frank Scarpitti vacated the Chair and Deputy Mayor Jack Heath assumed the Chair during the consideration of the Italian Heritage Month to allow the Mayor an opportunity to participate in the discussion of the matter.

__________________________________

 

 

 

11.       NEW/OTHER BUSINESSES

 

(1)        MARKHAM DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING TRACK (13.6)

 

Moved by Councillor Colin Campbell

Seconded by Councillor Carolina Moretti

 

Whereas sports have always been an integral part of the culture of Markham District High School; and

 

Whereas the running track has historically been used by the school’s teams and classes; and

 

Whereas the track has also been used by the Markham community, including sports clubs, local public schools and individuals; and

 

Whereas there are numerous access problems inherent in requiring Markham District High School students to use another school’s track, including those related to scheduling, supervision and transportation; and


 

Whereas it is widely recognized that active living is an important component of a healthy lifestyle;

 

Therefore Be It Resolved:

 

1)         That the delegation from Mr. Reid Sutherland be received; and,

 

2)         That a letter be immediately prepared and sent to the York Region District School Board stating that Markham Council strongly urges the board to reconsider the exclusion of a running track from the new Markham District High School; and,

 

3)         That the matter be discussed at the upcoming Council/School Board Liason Committee; and further,

 

4)         That this resolution be forwarded to the Chair of the Board; the Director of Education and the four area York Region School Board Trustees.

 

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

(See following to bring forward the motion)

(See following to introduce the motion)

 

            Moved by Councillor Carolina Moretti

            Seconded by Regional Councillor Gord Landon

 

            That Council consider the motion regarding the Markham District High School running track immediately following the delegation with respect thereto.

CARRIED

 

 

            Moved by Councillor Colin Campbell

            Seconded by Councillor Carolina Moretti

 

            Council introduce and consider the motion regarding the Markham District High School running track.

CARRIED

(2/3 Vote was requested & obtained)

 

 


 

12.       BY-LAWS

 

Moved by Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by Councillor Colin Campbell

 

That By-laws 2011-126 to 2011-130 be given three readings and enacted.

 

Three Readings

 

BY-LAW 2011-126    WYNBERRY DEVELOPMENTS INC., PART LOT CONTROL EXEMPTION BY-LAW

                                    - A by-law to exempt Blocks 8 to 13, 65M-4229 from the Part Lot Control Provisions of the Ontario Planning Act, north of Hawksbury Road and west of Fred McLaren Boulevard.

                                    By-law

CARRIED

 

 

BY-LAW 2011-127    WOODEN SPIRE ESTATES INC. (THE SHOPPES OF BOX GROVE), ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT, 6899 14TH AVENUE, BLOCK 409, 65M-3853

                                    - A by-law to amend By-law 177-96, as amended, to add a medical office as a permitted use. (Item No. 1, Report No. 34, 2011)

                                    By-law

CARRIED

 

 

BY-LAW 2011-128    BRIDLEPATH [BULLOCK] DEVELOPMENTS INC., OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT, 162 BULLOCK DRIVE

                                    - A by-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 193 to allow the development of a new building containing industrial, commercial and retails uses.

                                    (Item No. 1, Report No. 50, 2010)

                                    By-law

CARRIED

 

 

BY-LAW 2011-129    BRIDLEPATH [BULLOCK] DEVELOPMENTS INC., ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT, 162 BULLOCK DRIVE

                                    - A by-law to amend By-law 1229, as amended, to allow the development of a new building containing industrial, commercial and retails uses.

                                    (Item No. 1, Report No. 50, 2010)

                                    By-law

CARRIED

 


 

BY-LAW 2011-130    ANAGNI HOMES LIMITED, THE UPPER VILLAGE, ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT, NORTHWEST CORNER OF HIGHWAY 48 AND EDWARD JEFFREYS AVENUE

                                    - A by-law to amend By-law 177-96, as amended, to permit the lands to be developed with two (2) high density mixed use apartment buildings, townhouses, and the Albert Wideman Heritage House.

                                    (Item No. 2, Report No. 26, 2010)

                                    By-law

CARRIED

 

 

 

13.       IN-CAMERA ITEMS

 

Moved by Regional Councillor Gord Landon

Seconded by Councillor Howard Shore

 

That, in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act, Council resolve into an in-camera session to discuss the following matters (11:21 p.m.):

 

(1)        MINUTES OF IN-CAMERA COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 31, 2011

 

(2)        BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (16.24)

 

(3)        PAN AM GAMES (6.0)

CARRIED

 

 

Moved by Councillor Don Hamilton

Seconded by Councillor Howard Shore

 

That Council rise from the in-camera session and re-convene the regular session to pass a motion to allow for the continuation of the meeting further than 12:01 a.m. on June 15, 2011. (11:57 p.m.)

CARRIED

 

 

Moved by Councillor Howard Shore

Seconded by Councillor Don Hamilton

 

That Council waive Section 3.28 of Procedural By-law 2001-1 allowing the meeting to continue further than 12:01 a.m. on June 15, 2011.  (11:58 p.m.)

CARRIED

(2/3 Vote was requested & obtained)

 


 

Moved by Councillor Carolina Moretti

Seconded by Councillor Howard Shore

 

That Council continue the in-camera session. (11:59 p.m.):

CARRIED

 

 

Moved by Councillor Colin Campbell

Seconded by Councillor Don Hamilton

 

That Council rise from the in-camera session and report. (12:07 a.m. on June 15, 2011)

 

CARRIED

 

 

(1)        MINUTES OF IN-CAMERA COUNCIL MEETING - MAY 31, 2011 (16.0)

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Seconded by Councillor Alan Ho

 

1)         That the minutes of the in-camera Council meeting held on May 31, 2011, be confirmed.

 

CARRIED

 

 

(2)        BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (16.24)

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Seconded by Councillor Alan Ho

 

1)         That the following persons be appointed to the Property Standards Committee for a term ending November 30, 2014:

 

            Chip Au
Ken Murphy
Pino Tiberio
Ernesto Imbrogno
Michael Visconti

CARRIED

 


 

(3)        PAN AM GAMES (6.0)

 

Moved by Deputy Mayor Jack Heath

Seconded by Regional Councillor Jim Jones

 

1)         That the verbal update regarding the Pan Am Games be received.

 

CARRIED

 

 

 

14.       CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW

 

Moved by Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by Councillor Logan Kanapathi

 

That By-law 2011-131 be given three readings and enacted.

 

Three Readings

 

BY-LAW 2011-131    CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW

                                    - To confirm the proceedings of the Council meeting of June 14 and 15, 2011.

                                    (Council Meeting No. 11, 2011)

                                    By-law

CARRIED

 

 

 

15.       ADJOURNMENT

 

Moved by Councillor Alex Chiu

Seconded by Councillor Valerie Burke

 

That the meeting do adjourn.

CARRIED

Council adjourned at 12:09 a.m. on June 15, 2011.

 

 

 

 

 

_________________________________                              _____________________________

ANDREW BROUWER                                                           FRANK SCARPITTI

DEPUTY TOWN CLERK                                                      MAYOR

 

(Signed)

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