The Oakville Record

Council

May 27, 2019

What was decided (24 motions)

24 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That the minutes of the regular session of Council dated April 29, 2019, be approved. 2. That the minutes of the special session of Council and the confidential minutes of the closed session of Council dated May 6, 2019, be approved. 3. That the minutes of the Planning and Development session of Council dated May 13, 2019, be approved. 4. That the minutes of the Special session of Council dated May 16, 2019, be approved.
Moved by Councillor Lishchyna, seconded by Councillor Gittings 1
Carried
That the recommendations of the Community Services Committee meeting of May 21, 2019, be approved, subject to the separation of Item 4 - Information Report: Modernizing Ontario's environmental assessment program, Discussion Paper and Environmental Assessment Act.
Moved by Councillor Elgar, seconded by Councillor Knoll
Carried
That the information report Modernizing Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Program, Discussion Paper and Environmental Assessment Act , from the Engineering and Construction Department and Development Engineering Department dated May 13, 2019, be received. 2. That a copy of this report be forwarded to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks as the town’s comments on the proposed changes to the environmental assessment program. 3. 4. That a copy of this report be forwarded to the Municipal Engineers Association for their information. That the Province be requested to extend the commenting deadline for postings on the Environmental Registry of Ontario related to the Environmental Assessment Act, and provide a minimum of 60 days for municipalities to review and provide comments on future proposals to change provincial policies, plans and legislation.
Moved by Councillor Adams
Carried
That the recommendations of the Administrative Service Committee meeting of May 21, 2019 be approved.
Moved by Councillor Elgar, seconded by Councillor Knoll
Carried
That the presentation from Rob Lister, President and CEO of Oakville Enterprises Corporation regarding the annual business and financial update, be received. 2. That the resolutions as submitted by the Board Chair of Oakville Enterprises Corporation in the correspondence to the Mayor and Members of Council dated May 13, 2019, with regard to the following matters be approved: a. The appointment of auditors of the Oakville Enterprises Corporation; b. The compensation for Directors of Oakville Enterprises Corporation and its affiliates be approved, attached as Appendix A; and c. The acceptance of the consolidated audited financial statements of Oakville Enterprises Corporation for the year ended December 31, 2018, attached as Appendix B. 3. That the confidential resolution submitted by the Chair of the Advisory and Nominating Committee, attached as Confidential Appendix C, recommending the appointment of the following individuals as Directors of Oakville Enterprises Corporation, be approved: Names of Directors Name of Chair Mayor Robert Burton Marie Oswald CAO Raymond Green Michael Russill Clifford Inskip Lucia Casacia David Brennan Helen Palmer Sheryl Watson 4. That the Mayor as shareholder representative pursuant to the Shareholder Declaration, be authorized to sign the resolutions for and on behalf of the Town in its capacity as the sole shareholder.
Moved by Councillor Knoll, seconded by Councillor Lishchyna 1
Carried
That the 2019 funding allotment attached in ‘Appendix A - Recommended Grant Projects and Maximum Approved Amounts’ to the report titled ‘Heritage Grant Program 2019’ dated May 15, 2019, be approved, as amended to replace the summary of proposed works at 328 Sumner Avenue with “Structural Repairs”.
Moved by Councillor Gittings, seconded by Councillor Haslett-Theall
Carried
That the report titled “Bill 108 – The Proposed More Homes, More Choice Act,” dated May 21, 2019, be endorsed and submitted to the Province, along with the Council resolution, as the Town of Oakville’s comments on Bill 108. 2. That the Province be requested to extend the June 1, 2019 commenting deadline for postings on the Environmental Registry of Ontario related to Bill 108, and provide a minimum of 60 days for municipalities to review and provide comments on future proposals to change provincial policies, plans and legislation. 3. That the Province be requested to consult with municipalities prior to issuing any draft regulations associated with Bill 108, and before the More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 comes into force. 4. That the comments within the report titled “Bill 108 – The Proposed More Homes, More Choice Act,” dated May 21, 2019, related to the proposed amendments to the Development Charges Act, 1997 (Bill 108, Schedule 3), including Appendix A, be endorsed as the Town of Oakville’s response to ERO #019-0017, and submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing prior to the June 1, 2019 commenting deadline. 5. That the comments within the report titled “Bill 108 – The Proposed More Homes, More Choice Act,” dated May 21, 2019 related to the proposed amendments to the Planning Act (Bill 108, Schedule 12) be endorsed as the Town of Oakville’s response to ERO #019-0016, and submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing prior to the June 1, 2019
Moved by Councillor Haslett-Theall, seconded by Councillor Knoll 1
Carried Unanimously
That the following recommendations pertaining to Items 6a and b of the Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee minutes from its meeting on May 14, 2019, be approved and the remainder of the minutes be received: a. Heritage Permit Application HP013/19-42.20L - 210 Lakeshore Road East - Towne Square Revitalization - Report from Planning Services Department, May 6, 2019 1. That Heritage Permit Application HP013/19-42.20L for the revitalization of Towne Square at 210 Lakeshore Road East, as attached in Appendix B to the report dated May 6, 2019 from Planning Services, be approved subject to the following: a. That final details on tree species and the water feature are submitted to Heritage Planning staff for approval prior to installation; and 2. That this heritage permit expire four years from the date of final approval by Council. b. Heritage Permit Application HP020/19-42.20L - 42 Lakeshore Road West - Report from Planning Services Department, April 30, 2019 1. That Heritage Permit Application HP020/19-42.20L for the exterior restoration of the historic McCraney-Robertson House at 42 Lakeshore Road West, as attached in Appendices B and C to the report dated April 30, 2019 from Planning Services, be approved; and 2. That this heritage permit expire two years from the date of final approval by Council.
Moved by Councillor O’Meara, seconded by Councillor Chisholm
Carried
WHEREAS the Town of Oakville has been actively working to reduce its carbon and environmental impact for the last 10 years through various programs, plans and initiatives; WHEREAS Council adopted the priorities to create a climate change resilient community and transition to a low carbon future in the 2019-2022 Council Strategic Plan; WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is participating in the Partners for Climate Protection program; WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is implementing Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plans for its own operations; WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is a member of the Global Covenant of Mayors; WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is building LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified town facilities; WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is implementing the 2014 Climate Change Strategy as part of the ICLEI (International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives) Building Adaptive and Resilient Communities (BARC) program and has completed Milestone 5; WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is developing a Community Energy Plan for community members to help fight climate change; WHEREAS Oakville residents have heightened awareness of the need for everyone to get involved and take action to fight climate change. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED Council requests that staff report back to Council in June regarding: The Town of Oakville’s strategic approach to dealing with the climate change emergency; The initiatives done to date by the Town to mitigate and adapt to clim
Moved by Councillor Longo, seconded by Councillor Gittings
Carried Unanimously
WHEREAS according to the National ASD Surveillance System (NASS), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is one of the most common development disabilities in Canada. 1 in 66 children is diagnosed with ASD; WHEREAS according to the Canadian Medical Association Journal, approximately 1% of the Canadian population is affected by ASD, which means there are approximately 100,000 Ontarians on the autism spectrum; WHEREAS ASD changes over time, in its expressions, challenges and delights, Ontario must be prepared to support children, youth and adults within the context of development, learning, family and community. Supportive, understanding, and inclusive communities ensure that each person with ASD is provided the means to achieve quality of life as a respected member of society; WHEREAS Ontarians must support the individual needs of a person with ASD throughout their lifespan using evidence-based treatment and intervention, while remembering that developmental trajectories are constantly changing; WHEREAS the supports and services for adults on the spectrum are inadequate and fragmented and fail to address needs across entire lifespans; WHEREAS school boards are expecting an influx of about 1,000 students with autism as families lose funding, leaving educators unequipped with the resources required to provide specialized care and a higher level of assistance for children with special needs; WHEREAS funding will not address the critical need for assistance for families not only in their
Moved by Councillor Duddeck, seconded by Councillor Elgar
Carried
That the verbal update from the Director of Human Resources Department be received.
Moved by Councillor Longo, seconded by Councillor Parmar
Carried
That the following by-law(s) be passed: 2019-050 A by-law to amend By-law 2002-153, the Anti-Idling By-law (Re: CSC Item 1) 2019-051 A by-law to amend By-law 2015-071, the Parking Administrative Penalties By-law (Re: CSC Item 1) 2019-054 A by-law to dedicate certain land as part of a public highway – (Block 39, Plan 20M-1175, Block 124, Plan 20M-1176, Blocks 420, 421, 422, 423, Plan 20M-1186, Blocks 421, 422, 423, 424, 425, Plan 20M-1214 – Bowbeer Road, Camellia Crescent, Ernest Applebe Boulevard, Marvin Avenue, Millicent Avenue, Post Road, Sora Gate, Threshing Mill Boulevard, Zachary Crescent) 2019-068 A by-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm, seconded by Councillor Lishchyna
Carried
That By-law 2019-050, a by-law to amend By-law 2002-153, the Anti-idling By-law, as detailed in the report from the Municipal Enforcement Services Department dated April 29, 2019 be approved; and 2. That By-law 2019-051, a by-law to amend By-law 2015-071, the Parking Administrative Penalties By-law, as detailed in the report from the Municipal Enforcement Services Department dated April 29, 2019 be approved.
Moved by Councillor Duddeck 1
Carried
That the report from the Parks and Open Space department dated April 25, 2019 entitled “ Towne Square Rehabilitation Project”; be received; 2. That the revised “Turning Leaves” concept plan be approved as a final concept for the rehabilitation of Towne Square; 3. That the new water feature be funded from the Parkland Reserve Fund at a cost of $500,000.00; and 4. That a new pedestrian crossing at Robinson Street and George Street be added to the project scope and funding be approved at $50,000 from the Capital Reserve.
Moved by Councillor Haslett-Theall 1
Carried
That the Annual School Crossing Guard Report as detailed in the report from the Engineering and Construction and Roads and Works Operations Departments, dated April 29, 2019, and the memorandum from the Engineering and Construction Department, dated May 14, 2019 be received. 2. That the revised Identification of School Crossing Guard Locations Procedure MS-CDV-002-002, as detailed in the report from the Engineering and Construction and Roads and Works Operations Departments, dated April 29, 2019 be received.
Moved by Councillor Elgar 1
Carried
That this item be referred to Council without recommendation.
Moved by Councillor Duddeck
Carried
That the 2018 Development Charges, Cash in Lieu of Parkland and Bonus Zoning Reserve Fund Statements be received.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm
Carried
That Town staff be granted authority to convey a permanent sanitary sewer easement to the Region of Halton over Part 1 on the draft reference plan attached to the report as Appendix A. 2. That all documentation required in connection with the easement be executed in accordance with By-law 2013-057.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm 1
Carried
That the request from Oakville Meals on Wheels to conduct charitable lottery events in the Town of Oakville be approved.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm
Carried
That the request from Linbrook School to conduct charitable lottery events in the Town of Oakville be approved.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm
Carried
That the 2018 Town of Oakville Consolidated Financial Statements and the 2018 Town of Oakville Trust Fund Financial Statements be approved.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm
Carried
That the 2018 Audit Findings Report issued by KPMG, the town’s external auditors, be received for information.
Moved by Councillor Chisholm
Carried
That the March 31st 2019 Financial Progress report be received; 2. That the transfers to and from the Reserves and Reserve Funds and transactions contained in this report be approved; 3. That the 2019 capital budget of $130,000 approved for the replacement of the rubberized playground surface at Nautical Park be reallocated to replace the playground surface at Bronte Heritage Park; 4. That the capital budget for project 36101709 AMANDA Infrastructure Upgrade be increased by $200,000 to be funded from the General Capital reserve in order to proceed with the upgrade as planned in 2019; 5. That the establishment of a Bronte Community Tennis Club Trust fund be approved to receive and account for funding requirements of the current license agreement between the town and the club; and 6. That the existing Bronte Tennis Club reserve relating to the previous license agreement between the town and the club be closed and the balance held in that reserve be consolidated with the aforementioned trust fund.
Moved by Councillor Longo 1
Carried
That the minutes of the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting of April 11, 2019, be received.
Moved by Councillor Lishchyna
Carried

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