THE CORPORATION OF THE

TOWN OF GEORGINA

Council Minutes

Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
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Location:
Town of Georgina Civic Centre
26557 Civic Centre Rd.
Keswick, ON
Members of Council Present:
  • Mayor Margaret Quirk
  • Regional Councillor Grossi
  • Councillor Waddington
  • Councillor Fellini
  • Councillor Neeson
  • Councillor Sebo
  • Councillor Harding
Staff Present:
  • Ryan Cronsberry, CAO
  • Harold Lenters, Director of Development Services
  • Dan Buttineau, Director of Community Services
  • Ron Jenkins, Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief
  • Rob Wheater, Deputy CAO/Treasurer
  • Bev Moffatt, Director of Human Resources
  • Rachel Dillabough, Town Clerk
  • Mamata Baykar, Deputy Clerk
  • Carolyn Lance, Council Services Coordinator
  • Alan Drozd, Manager of Planning Policy
  • Anne Winstanley, Supervisor, Communications
  • Janet Porter, Manager of Development Planning
  • Karyn Stone, Manager, Economic Development & Tourism
  • Lawrence Artin, Head, Special Capital Initiatives
  • Michael Vos, Manager, Roads
  • Mike Hutchinson, Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement
  • Shawn Nastke, Director, Strategic Initiatives
  • Michael Bigioni, Director of Legislative Services, Town Solicitor
Others Present:

  • Michal Stolarczyk, Temporary Planner I

    Devin Dillabough, Manager, Building & Chief Building Official

    Zaidun Alganabi, Manager, Development Engineering

    Val Stevens, Director, Library Services/CEO

    Shan Tennyson, Senior Landscape Architect

1.
CALL TO ORDER- MOMENT OF MEDITATION

 

“The Town of Georgina recognizes and acknowledges that we are on lands originally used and occupied by the First Peoples of the Williams Treaties First Nations and other Indigenous Peoples, and on behalf of Mayor and Council, we would like to thank them for sharing this land.  We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation as our close neighbour and friend, one with which we strive to build a cooperative and respectful relationship.


We also recognize the unique relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this territory.  They are the water protectors and environmental stewards of these lands and we join them in these responsibilities.”

2.
ROLL CALL

 

As noted above

Councillor Harding entered the meeting at 9:10am

3.
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
  • Wednesday, September 28th, 11:30am, flag-raising at the Civic Centre for Childhood Cancer Awareness
  • Friday, September 30th, 10am, ceremonial flag-raising and smudging ceremony at the Civic Centre for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 
  • Today's meeting is the last meeting for this term of Council; three members of Council are not seeking re-election and had the opportunity to say a few words;
  • Mayor Quirk; December 5th, 2018 was the inaugural meeting of this term of Council.  Expressed appreciation to other members of Council for the last four years, acknowledging that Council respected each other's opinions and moved forward, acknowledged former CAO Dave Reddon and Fire Chief for their work throughout the pandemic and the many staff who dealt with the pandemic's many issues
  • Regional Councillor Grossi acknowledged some of the many individuals he has had the privilege of working with throughout his years on Council, mentioning past and current staff, as well as individuals in the community and past members of Council, as well as his own family who has been more than supportive throughout his years on Council from 1991 to 2022, as well as the residents who supported him.  He stated that he is proud of the many accomplishments made by Council over the years.
  • Councillor Waddington thanked staff for those who have helped him over the last four years including former CAO Dave Reddon
  • Councillor Fellini stated that residents should thank Council members who are not seeking re-election for all their efforts throughout their term.  Council does not always agree but it always works together. 
  • Councillor Neeson; due to the pandemic, some changes were forced upon us, some services have been modernized.  Thanked all of staff, especially those on the front lines ensuring all essential services continued throughout the pandemic and thanked the members of Council not seeking re-election; Regional Councillor Grossi, Councillor Waddington and Councillor Harding
  • Councillor Sebo; thanked his fellow Council members who have been dedicated to the betterment of Georgina and to staff who have assisted him over the years
  • Councillor Harding; thanked fellow members of Council over the eight years he has been on Council, many accomplishments over the years including the Pefferlaw Fire Hall, acknowledged the growth of the town over those years.  Thanked staff and the residents who sit on the committees for the betterment of Georgina.
  • Janet Porter introduced Michal Stolarczyk, Planner I contract, who works with civic addressing and civic naming and processes Committee of Adjustment and pre-consultation applications

4.
INTRODUCTION OF ADDENDUM ITEM(S)

 
  • Item No. 12.1.f, Report No. DS-2022-0091 entitled 'Municipal Street Name Change - Pirate's Cove Drive in Simcoe Landing' 
  • Item No. 13.1.a, Heath Weir, Head Coach, Warriors Football Program, requesting Municipal Significant Status for a fundraising event at the Stephen Leacock Theatre
  • Item No. 13.2.b(c), Briefing Note concerning an amendment to the Council Meeting Schedule for November, 2022
  • Item No. 18.1.a, Closed Session, Solicitor update, Judicial Review, Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan
  • Item No. 18.1.b, Closed Session, Indemnification update; Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan Matter
  • Item Nos. 17.2 and 17.3, Bylaw Number 2022-0095 (PWO-2) and Bylaw Number 2022-0096 (TR-1) respectively, have been withdrawn from the agenda

5.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA

 
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0336
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding

    That the September 28, 2022 Council agenda, with the following addendum items, be adopted;

    • Item No. 12.1.f, Report No. DS-2022-0091 entitled 'Municipal Street Name Change - Pirate's Cove Drive in Simcoe Landing' 
    • Item No. 13.1.a, Heath Weir, Head Coach, Warriors Football Program, requesting Municipal Significant Status for a fundraising event at the Stephen Leacock Theatre
    • Item No. 13.2.b(c), Briefing Note concerning an amendment to the Council Meeting Schedule for November, 2022
    • Item No. 18.1.a, Closed Session, Solicitor update, Judicial Review, Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan
    • Item No. 18.1.b, Closed Session, Indemnification update; Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan Matter
    • Item Nos. 17.2 and 17.3, Bylaw Number 2022-0095 (PWO-2) and Bylaw Number 2022-0096 (TR-1) respectively, have been withdrawn from the agenda


    Carried

6.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF

 

Regional Councillor Grossi declared an interest in Closed Session Item Nos. 18.1.a and 18.1.b as he and his wife own lakefront property on Lake Drive East.

7.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES (None)

 

8.
SPEAKERS  None.

 

9.
DELEGATIONS/ PETITIONS

 

1.
Jacqueline Benn-John, Women's Support Network of York Region, requesting the Province to provide increased and sustainable funding to community-based Sexual Assault Centres

This item has attachments. 
1.Delegate, Item 9.1, written request.pdf

Shannon Seeraj, Program Manager for Women's Support Network, and Dr. Jacqueline Benn-John, Executive Director of Women's Support Network, advised that the Women's Support Network of York Region was established in Newmarket in 1992 as a non-profit registered charity and is York Region's only sexual violence and rape crisis centre.  It covers nine municipalities with three portfolios; sexual violence, commercial sex trafficking and prevention work through public education.  Statistics indicate that sexual assault in Ontario has risen year over year by almost 19% and funding for sexual assault centres has not kept pace with the increased demand for services; Women's Support Network requested Council to endorse the draft resolution calling upon the Province to increase community funding for community-based centres.

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0337
    Moved ByCouncillor Neeson
    Seconded ByCouncillor Fellini

    WHEREAS Women's Support Network of York Region has provided support and advocacy for survivors of recent or historical sexual violence, and prevention education in York Region since 1992;

    AND WHEREAS the number of survivors needing access to crisis counselling and long-term counselling programs has increased since 1992;

    AND WHEREAS ongoing underfunding of Women's Support Network of York Region has reduced the number of resources available to provide these services due to highly specialized skill requirements that are unmatched by low wages and benefits relative to other mental health funded positions;

    AND WHEREAS the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in increased people in the community requiring the services of Women's Support Network of York Region;

    AND WHEREAS sexual violence disproportionately impacts our community's most vulnerable members including women and girls, trans, and non-binary people, people with disabilities and people who identify as Black, First Nations, Metis, Indigenous, racialized and/or 2SLGBTQIA+1;

    NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that increased and sustainable provincial funding for Women's Support Network of York Region funding and other community-based sexual assault centres be supported for priority consideration by the Provincial Government and its agencies.



    Carried Unanimously
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0338
    Moved ByCouncillor Fellini
    Seconded ByCouncillor Sebo

    That Council receive the delegation provided by Shannon Seeraj, Program Manager of Women's Support Network of York Region, and Dr. Jacqueline Benn-John, Executive Director of Women's Support Network of York Region, requesting Council endorse a draft resolution calling upon the Province to increase community funding for community-based centres.



    Carried

10.
PRESENTATIONS (None)

 

11.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (None)

 

12.
REPORTS

 

1.
Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

 

Mayor Quirk requested staff to provide an update to the new Term of Council as their opportunity to review the program.

  • Moved ByCouncillor Neeson
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding


a.
2023 Speed Hump Pilot Program

This item has attachments. 
1.OI-2022-0021 Speed Hump Pilot Program.pdf

Report No. OI-2022-0021

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0339
    1. That Council receive Report No. OI-2022-0021 prepared by the Road Operations Division, Operations & Infrastructure Department, dated September 28, 2022, regarding the Speed Hump Pilot Program;

       

    2. That Council approve the Speed Hump Pilot Program locations, design, and installation timeline, considering the potential impact to Emergency Services response times at the proposed locations;

       

    3. That staff report back to council in the third quarter of 2023 with preliminary summer results and recommendations on possible program expansion; and

       

    4. That Council approve the $30,000.00 budget to be funded from the Canada Community Building Fund in 2023.

       



b.
Encroachment Agreement for 65 Lake Drive East

This item has attachments. 
1.Report No. OID-2022-0022 Encroachment Agreement, 65 Lake Dr E.pdf
2.20210713 Revised Survey.pdf
3.ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT 65 LAKE DR E - Final.pdf

Report No OID-2022-0022

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0340
    1. That Council receive Report No. OID-2022-0022 prepared by the Operations and Infrastructure Department dated September 28, 2022 regarding the Encroachment Agreement for 65 Lake Drive East;

       

    2. That a by-law be passed authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Encroachment Agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Georgina and the Owner(s) of property municipally known as 65 Lake Drive East.


    Carried

f.
Municipal Street Name Change – Pirate’s Cove Drive in Simcoe Landing

This item has attachments. 
1.Street Name Replacement - Cecil Saunders.pdf
2.Attachment 1 - Report No. DS-2016-051.pdf
3.Attachment 2 - Key Map.pdf
4.Attachment 3 - May 4, 2022 Council Minutes.pdf
5.Attachment 4 - Plan 65M-4630 (Simcoe Landing Subdivision).pdf

Report No. DS-2022-0091

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0341
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Sebo
    1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2022-0091 prepared by the Planning Division, Development Services Department dated September 28, 2022 respecting a Municipal Street Name Change- Pirate’s Cove Drive in Simcoe Landing.

       

    2. That Council rename “Pirates Cove Drive” located in Phase 9B of Camlane – Simcoe Landing to “Cecil Saunders Drive”, and that a Poppy symbol be required on all “Cecil Saunders Drive” street signs.

       

    3. That Council direct Staff to remove the name “Pirates Cove” from the Street Name Inventory of Approved Names for use within the Town of Georgina.


    Carried

2.
Reports Requiring Separate Discussion

 

1.
Adoption Of Reports Not Requiring Separate Discussion

  

c.
MURC Verbal Update by staff

 

Lawrence Artin provided the ninth verbal update on the construction progress of the Multi Use Recreation Complex (MURC); the project remains within budget, staff is monitoring supply chain issues, labour shortage and COVID risks and from a schedule perspective, the project management plan is being followed, concerns with delays in product delivery.  Staff anticipate substantial completion is the fourth quarter of 2023 and opening in the first quarter of 2024. 

Low-impact development is a major consideration, capturing the most energy-efficient methods available;

  1. the building as a whole is a LEED Gold building, not far from the highest platinum level of development
  2. will be at the pinnacle of sustainability
  3. all equipment to be used in the building will meet high energy efficiency standards and regulations
  4. building oriented to allow for better heat recovery within the interior through less usage of equipment resulting in less usage of energy
  5. to determine if incorporating energy-efficient roof panels for flat roofs
  6. heat recover system will utilize the warm water from the pool to assist in generating heat in the building
  7. low impact development will help to dissipate water evenly throughout the site
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0342
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding

    That Council receive the verbal update provided by staff concerning the Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC) construction project.



    Carried

d.
Town Tree Cutting Bylaw

This item has attachments. 
1.TOWN TREE CUTTING BY-LAW.pdf
2.Combined Attachments.pdf

File No. 05-269


Report No. DS-2022-0076

Harold Lenters;

  • development has not yet proceeded on Burke St/High St property; a detailed tree inventory was requested through a previous site plan application which can be utilized for tree compensation at the time a site plan application is submitted by the property owner.
  • intention to implement a bylaw clearly setting out tree-cutting prohibitions, as opposed to tree planting requirements through subdivision agreements and landscaping plans
  • majority of wooded lands are protected by the Region's tree bylaw, 
  • can include provisions to protect heritage trees with ability to apply for tree removal only when it cannot be avoided; compensation ratios need to be determined.
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0343
    Moved ByRegional Councillor Grossi
    Seconded ByCouncillor Waddington
    1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2022-0076 prepared by the Planning Policy Division, Development Services Department dated September 28, 2022 regarding a Town Tree Cutting By-law.

       

    2. That Council direct staff to obtain additional information concerning the implementation of a tree cutting bylaw and submit a report to the next Term of Council in either the first or second quarter of 2023 for information and discussion.


    Carried

e.
Amendment to the Building Bylaw to reduce the Building Permit Fee related to Industrial Interior Alterations

This item has attachments. 
1.Industrial Interior Alteration Fee Review(1).pdf
2.Attachment 1 Georgina Building Permit Fee - Industrial Review Updated(1).pdf
3.Attachment 2 bylaw_2021-0019_building_by-law_and_schedules_2022(1).pdf
4.Attachment No 3 Industrial Interior Alteration Fee Amendment Updated(1).pdf

Report No. DS-2022-0090

Devin Dillabough advised that the fee for interior alterations for tenants in industrial builds is at the same rate as for a complete build.  Every municipality within York Region has a lower fee for industrial interior renovations.  Staff is proposing to reduce the building fee related to industrial interior alterations in order to remain competitive.

  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0344
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByRegional Councillor Grossi
    1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2022-0090 prepared by the Development Service Department, Building Division dated September 28, 2022, respecting an amendment to the Building By-law to reduce the Building Permit fee related to Industrial Interior Alterations,

       

    2. That Council adopt the proposed amendment to the Building By-law being a By-law to reduce the building permit fee with respect to Industrial Interior Alterations.


    Carried

13.
DISPOSITIONS/PROCLAMATIONS, GENERAL INFORMATION ITEMS AND COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT

 

1.
Dispositions/Proclamations

 

a.
Heath Weir, Head Coach, Warriors Football Program, requesting Municipal Significant Status for its 5th annual Warriors Football Comedy Fundraiser at the Stephen Leacock Theatre on October 22nd, for the purpose of obtaining a liquor license from the AGCO.

This item has attachments. 
1.Addendum, Disposition; Municipal Significant Status for October 22nd event at Stephen Leacock Theatre.pdf
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0345
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Neeson

    That Council recognize the Fifth Annual Warriors Football Comedy Fundraiser event to be held at the Stephen Leacock Theatre on Saturday, October 22nd, 2022, to be a 'Municipally Significant Event' in support of an application for a Special Occasion Permit from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario and that it be referred to the appropriate staff for disposition.



    Carried

2.
General Information Items

 

a.
Information Items

This item has attachments. 
1.General Information Listing, September 28, 2022.pdf
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0346
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Neeson

    That Council receive the General Information Items of September 28, 2022.



    Carried

b.
Briefing Notes

 
a.
Town of Georgina position regarding the Region assuming winter maintenance of sidewalks adjacent to Regional roads
This item has attachments. 
1.BN 2022-03 TOG position on YR Sidewalk Winter Maintenance.pdf
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0347
    Moved ByCouncillor Sebo
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding

    That Council receive the briefing note submitted by the Operations and Infrastructure Department regarding the position of York Regional municipalities regarding the Region assuming winter maintenance of sidewalks adjacent to Regional Roads, advising that York Regional municipalities have advised that additional information is required in order to make an informed decision and requesting a deferral of confirmation of position until 2023.



    Carried
b.
Urban Hens Licensing Bylaw Amendment
This item has attachments. 
1.Urban Hens Licensing By-law Amendment.pdf
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0348
    Moved ByCouncillor Neeson
    Seconded ByCouncillor Fellini

    That Council receive the briefing note advising of the necessity to amend the Urban Hens Licensing Bylaw to include a penalty section in order for the Municipal Law Enforcement Division to issue charges under the bylaw.



    Carried
c.
Amendment to the Council Meeting Schedule for November, 2022
This item has attachments. 
1.Amendment to Council Meeting Schedule for November 2022.pdf
2.Revised November Council Calendar.pdf
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0349
    Moved ByRegional Councillor Grossi
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding

    That Council receive and approve the briefing note amending the Council Meeting Schedule for November 2022 by moving the Council Orientation dates from November 21 and 23 to November 9 and 10 to allow for increased flexibility with orientation format.



    Carried

3.
Committee of Adjustment Planning Matters

 

None

14.
MOTIONS/ NOTICES OF MOTION  None.

 

15.
REGIONAL BUSINESS

 
  • spoke of the passing of former Mayor Dave Barrow for Richmond Hill, funeral to be held on Tuesday, October 4th

16.
OTHER BUSINESS  None.

 

17.
BY-LAWS

 

Item No. 17.2, Bylaw Number 2022-0095 (PWO-2) and Item No. 17.3, Bylaw Number 2022-0096 (TR-1), both concerning Dovedale Drive, have been withdrawn from today's agenda.

  • Moved ByCouncillor Neeson
    Seconded ByRegional Councillor Grossi


    Bylaw Item Nos. 17.2 and 17.3 were withdrawn from this agenda.


1.
Bylaw Number 2022-0094 (PUT-1) to authorize Mayor and Clerk to execute Encroachment Agreement between Frank Commisso and Kevin Ferris as owners, and the Town of Georgina, Lot 19, Plan 207, 65 Lake Drive East.

This item has attachments. 
1.Bylaw 2022-0094, Authorize Encroachment Agreement, F. Commisso, K. Ferris, 65 Lake Dr E, Sept. 28, 2022.pdf

4.
Bylaw 2022-0097 (BU-1) to amend Bylaw 2021-0019 to provide for the administration and enforcement of the Building Code Act and with respect to the establishment and requirement of the payment of fees for information and services

This item has attachments. 
1.Bylaw 2022-0097 Amend 2021-0019, Building Code Act, payment of fees, Sept. 28, 2022.pdf

5.
Bylaw Number 2022-0098 (LI-3) to amend Section 9 of the Urban Hens Licensing No. Bylaw 2022-0020 for those who contravene provisions of the bylaw

This item has attachments. 
1.Bylaw 2022-0098 Amend 2022-0020, Urban Hens Licensing, Sec. 9, Penalty, Sept. 28, 2022.pdf

6.
Bylaw Number 2022-0099 (COU-2) to govern the proceedings of Council, Committees and Boards for the Town of Georgina

This item has attachments. 
1.Procedure Bylaw.pdf


  • Carried

18.
CLOSED SESSION (None)

 
  • Moved ByCouncillor Harding
    Seconded ByCouncillor Waddington

    That Council convene into Closed Session at 10:42am, observe a recess, then resume Closed Session at 10:55am.



    Carried

    Regional Councillor Grossi declared an interest in Closed Session Item Nos. 18.1.a and 18.1.b as he and his wife own lakefront property on Lake Drive East.  Regional Councillor Grossi left the meeting and did not participate in any discussion or vote on these subjects.


  • Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Fellini

    That Council reconvene into Open Session at 11:25am and report on matters discussed in Closed Session



    Carried
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0350
    Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Sebo

    In regard to Closed Session Item No. 18.1.a under Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act being advice subject to solicitor/client privilege including communications necessary for that purpose, regarding a Solicitor update - Judicial Review, Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan;

    1. That Council receive the update from the Solicitor.


    Carried
  • RESOLUTION NO. C-2022-0351
    Moved ByCouncillor Harding
    Seconded ByCouncillor Sebo

    In regard to Closed Session Item No. 18.1.a under Section 239(2)(f) of the Municipal Act being advice subject to solicitor/client privilege including communications necessary for that purpose, regarding Indemnification Update, Lake Drive Jurisdiction Action Plan Matter;

    1. That Council receive the update from the Solicitor.


    Carried

19.
CONFIRMING BY-LAW

 
  • Moved ByCouncillor Waddington
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding

    That the following bylaw be adopted;



20.
MOTION TO ADJOURN

 
  • Moved ByRegional Councillor Grossi
    Seconded ByCouncillor Harding

    That the meeting adjourn at 11:27am



    Carried
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