OPEN FORUM 6:45 P

The meeting of the Council was held on Monday, September 8, 2014 in Council Chambers, 395 Mulock Drive, Newmarket.

 

Members Present:

Mayor Van Bynen

Regional Councillor Taylor 

Councillor Vegh

Councillor Kerwin

Councillor Twinney

Councillor Hempen

Councillor Sponga

Councillor Di Muccio

Councillor Emanuel

 

 

Staff Present:

R. N. Shelton, Chief Administrative Officer 

A. Moore, Commissioner of Corporate Services

P. Noehammer, Commissioner of Development and Infrastructure Services

C. Service, Acting Commissioner of Community Services

A. Brouwer, Director of Legislative Services/Town Clerk

J. Patel, Project Support Business Analyst

C. Finnerty, Council/Committee Coordinator

 

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.

 

Mayor Van Bynen in the Chair.

 

Public Notices

 

None.

 

Additions & Corrections to the Agenda

 

None.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Declarations of Pecuniary Interest

 

a)

 

Councillor Vegh declared a pecuniary interest in Item 4 of the Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) Minutes of August 25, 2014 being Office of the CAO and Corporate Services (Legal Services) Joint (Closed Session) Report 2014-20 regarding a proposed acquisition of land by the municipality in Ward 5 which references an organization that he is professionally involved with.  He advised that he would take no part in the discussion or voting of the foregoing matter.

 

b)

Councillor Sponga declared a pecuniary interest in Items 18 and 19 of the Committee of the Whole Minutes of August 25, 2014 with respect to Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of June 3, 2014 and Item 6 of the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of June 3, 2014 regarding Designated Maintenance Property and Concerns as his home is designated under the Heritage Act.  He advised that he would take no part in the discussion or voting of the foregoing matter.

 

c)

Mayor Van Bynen declared an interest in Items 20 and 21 of the Committee of the Whole Minutes of August 25, 2014 as he sits on the Southlake Regional Health Centre Board of Directors.  As he is a municipally appointed member on the Board, he has obtained a legal opinion that indicates that he has no direct or indirect pecuniary interest in the matters discussed.

 

Presentations & Recognitions

 

1.

Presentation to Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Phillip J. Halton, Honorary Colonel Darrell Brickner and Regimental Sergeant Major Chief Warrant Officer David Goldenberg,  regarding the historic relationship between the Town of Newmarket and the Queen's York Rangers.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Di Muccio

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT the presentation to Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Phillip J. Halton, Honorary Colonel Darrell Brickner and Regimental Sergeant Major Chief Warrant Officer David Goldenberg, regarding the historic relationship between the Town of Newmarket and the Queen's York Rangers be received.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Deputations

 

None.

 

Approval of Minutes

 

2.

Council Minutes of June 23, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT the Council Minutes of June 23, 2014 be approved.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

3.

Special Council Minutes of July 21, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Kerwin

 

Seconded by: Councillor Vegh

 

 

THAT the Special Council Minutes of July 21, 2014 be approved.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

4.

Special Council Minutes of August 25, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Emanuel

 

Seconded by: Councillor Sponga

 

 

THAT the Special Council Minutes of August 25, 2014 be approved. 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Correspondence & Petitions

 

None.

 

Reports by Regional Representatives

 

 

a)

Regional Councillor Taylor advised that the province has circulated a memo regarding the Investment in Affordable Housing for Ontario (2014 extension) Program that will see approximately five million dollars invested in York Region over the 2014/2015 period with a total investment of approximately 50 million dollars over the next five years. 

 

b)

Regional Councillor Taylor advised that two new long-term solid waste management contracts have been extended that include options to 2027.

 

Reports of Committees and Staff

 

5.

Special Committee of the Whole Minutes of June 23, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Taylor

 

 

THAT the Special Committee of the Whole Minutes of June 23, 2014 be received and the recommendations noted within be adopted.

 

 

 

 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

6.

Special Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) Minutes of June 23, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Twinney

 

Seconded by: Councillor Kerwin

 

 

THAT the minutes of the Special Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) of June 23, 2014 be confirmed.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

Councillor Di Muccio

(8 in favour, 1 opposed)

 

Carried

 

7.

Committee of the Whole Minutes of July 21, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT the Committee of the Whole Minutes of July 21, 2014 be confirmed.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

8.

Committee of the Whole Minutes of August 25, 2014.

 

 

 

 

Moved by:      Regional Councillor Taylor

 

Seconded by: Councillor Vegh

 

 

THAT the Committee of the Whole Minutes of August 25, 2014 be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

9.

Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of March 20, 2014 and July 21, 2014. 

 

a) THAT the Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of March 20, 2014 and July 21, 2014 be received.

 

10.

Correspondence dated July 15, 2014 from Ms. Donna Pelrine, Support Committee, Queen's York Rangers Army Cadet Corps. 2799 requesting permission to conduct tag days on September 13 and 14, 2014 at various retail outlets in Town.

 

a) THAT the correspondence dated July 15, 2014 from Ms. Donna Pelrine, Support Committee, Queen’s York Rangers Army Cadet Corps, 2799, be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

i) THAT permission be granted to permit the Queen’s York Rangers Army Cadet Corps (#2799) to conduct tag days in the Town of Newmarket on September 13 and 14, 2014;

 

ii) AND THAT the announcement be advertised in the Town Page advertisement and on the Town’s website www.newmarket.ca

 

11.

Correspondence dated July 30, 2014 from Mr. Geoff Morgan, Vice-President, Public Relations, The Court of Blarney Toastmasters requesting proclamation of October, 2014 as 'Toastmasters Month'.

 

a) THAT the correspondence dated July 30, 2014 from Mr. Geoff Morgan, Vice-President, Public Relations, The Court of Blarney, Toastmasters be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

i) THAT the Town of Newmarket proclaim October 2014 as “Toastmasters Month” in the Town of Newmarket;

 

ii) AND THAT the proclamation be advertised in the Town Page advertisement and on the Town’s website www.newmarket.ca

 

12.

Correspondence dated July 31, 2014 from Ms. Stephanie Blum, Administrative Assistant, Prostate Cancer Canada requesting proclamation of September, 2014 as 'Prostate Cancer Awareness Month'.

a) THAT the correspondence dated July 31, 2014 from Ms. Stephanie Blum, Administrative Assistant, Prostate Cancer Canada be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

i) THAT the Town of Newmarket proclaim September, 2014 as 'Prostate Cancer Awareness Month';

 

ii) AND THAT the proclamation be advertised in the Town Page advertisement and on the Town's website www.newmarket.ca

 

13.

Newmarket Public Library Board Minutes of May 21, 2014.

 

a) THAT the Newmarket Public Library Board Minutes of May 21, 2014 be received.

 

14.

Central York Fire Services - Joint Council Committee Minutes of May 13, 2014.

 

THAT the Central York Fire Services - Joint Council Committee Minutes of May 13, 2014 be received.

 

15.

Development and Infrastructure Services - Engineering Services Report 2014-52 dated August 25, 2014 regarding Foxtail Ridge - Parking Review Update.

 

a) THAT Development and Infrastructure Services Report 2014-52,dated August 25, 2014 regarding Foxtail Ridge – Parking Review Update be received and the following recommendation be adopted:

 

i) THAT the parking restrictions remain as they currently exist.

 

16.

Development and Infrastructure Services Report - ES 2014-38 dated June 3, 2014 regarding Final Acceptance and Assumption of Underground and Aboveground Works - Mattamy-Toth Residential Subdivision - Phase 2.

 

a) THAT Development and Infrastructure Services Report - ES 2014-38 dated June 3, 2014 regarding the Final Acceptance and Assumption of Underground and Aboveground Works be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

i) THAT the request for Final Acceptance and Assumption of Underground and Aboveground Works of the Mattamy Toth Farm Phase 2 Residential Subdivision as shown on the attached map be finally accepted and assumed by the Town;

 

ii) AND THAT Mr. Gary Gregoris of Mattamy (Newmarket) Ltd., and Mr. Dragan Zec, P. Eng., of Urbantech Consulting Ltd. be notified of these recommendations.

17.

Community Services - Recreation and Culture Report 2014-24 dated August 25, 2014 regarding Municipal Asset Naming Program - Penn Avenue Parkette.

 

a) THAT Community Services Report - Recreation and Culture Report 2014-24 dated August 25, 2014 regarding Municipal Asset Naming Program - Penn Avenue Parkette be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

i) THAT the Penn Avenue Parkette in Ward 4 be named as outlined in Community Services - Recreation and Culture (Closed Session) Report 2014-22;

 

ii) AND THAT staff prepare an official ceremony in Spring, 2015.

 

18.

List of Outstanding Matters.

 

a) THAT the list of Outstanding Matters be received.

 

19.

THAT the presentation by Mr. Jim Gragtmans, Chair, Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee regarding the Gigabit Corridor Pilot Project be received.

 

20.

THAT Item 2 of the Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes of July 21, 2014 regarding Gigabit Corridor Draft Report be received and the following recommendations be received:

 

i) WHEREAS the Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee reaffirms that broadband is a key economic driver;

 

ii) AND WHEREAS the Newmarket Economic Development Advisory Committee endorses the Sandel & Associates report in principle; 

 

iii) THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council implement a gigabit corridor pilot project in early 2015.

 

21.

THAT the deputation by Ms. Melanie Bell and Mr. Paul Harrison regarding the Tom Taylor Crescent Proposed Walkway be received.

 

22.

THAT the deputation by Mr. George Ivanoff regarding the Tom Taylor Crescent proposed Walkway be received.

 

23.

THAT the deputation by Ms. Phyllis Brady regarding a petition to have No Parking signs installed on Queen's Crescent be received.

 

24.

THAT staff review parking issues and explore the possibility of permit parking on streets surrounding the hospital corridor.

 

25.

THAT the correspondence dated July 2, 2014 from Ms. Dora Boylen-Pabst, Vice-President, Philanthropy and Engagement, Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation be received.

 

26.

THAT Joint Planning and Building Services, Financial Services, and Legislative Services Report 2014-38 dated August 14, 2014 regarding a Development Charges Exemption and a request to waive Building Permit and Sign Permit fees and refund planning application fees be received and the following recommendations be adopted: 

 

i) THAT staff be provided with confirmation that the Hospice qualifies for the new Development Charges exemptions by By-law 2014-42, once it is in full force and effect;

 

ii)  AND THAT Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation be refunded the requested fees to be funded from the Rate Stabilization Fund;

 

iii) AND THAT staff be directed to undertake a review of the impacts of creating a policy to reduce fees for charitable foundations, community organizations, public agencies and other similar uses;

 

iv) AND THAT Dora Boylen-Pabst, Vice President, Philanthropy and Engagement, Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation 102-581 Davis Drive Newmarket, L3Y 2P6 be notified of this action.

 

27.

a) THAT Corporate Services Report – Legislative Services 2014-17 dated August 13, 2014 regarding Relief from the fees and charges related to signs on Davis Drive be received;

 

i) AND THAT sign permit fees for businesses located on Davis Drive and Yonge Street and streets immediately abutting Davis Drive and Yonge Street impacted by the VivaNext rapid transit expansion project be waived and where applicable, refunded; 

 

ii) AND THAT a staff report be brought back outlining a recommended implementation procedure and other considerations. 

 

28.

THAT Development and Infrastructure Services Report – ES2014-51 dated August 25, 2014 regarding Kingsmere Avenue/Ataire Road – All-way Stop Review be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

a) THAT the matter of Kingsmere Avenue/Ataire Road – All-Way Stop Review be deferred in order for another traffic study to be conducted in that area.

 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

29.

Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of June 3, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Kerwin

 

Seconded by: Councillor Twinney

 

 

THAT the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of June 3, 2014 be received.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(8 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Councillor Sponga took no part in the discussion or voting of the foregoing matter.

 

30.

Item 6 of the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of June 3, 2014 - Designated Maintenance Property and Concerns.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Kerwin

 

Seconded by: Councillor Twinney

 

 

THAT Item 6 of the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee Minutes of June 3, 2014 – Designated Maintenance Property and Concerns be received and the following recommendation of the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee be referred to staff.

 

Whereas some Newmarket historic buildings are deteriorating due to lack of proper maintenance;

 

And whereas such inaction leads to demolition by neglect;

 

And whereas the loss of our built heritage weakens the distinctiveness of our community and our cultural identity;

 

And whereas other municipal jurisdictions have by-laws that would prevent demolition of heritage buildings by neglect;

 

Therefore be it resolved that the Heritage Newmarket Advisory Committee recommends that a by-law to prevent demolition of heritage properties by neglect be considered for the Town of Newmarket and that Council direct staff to conduct the necessary research and analysis to said by-law.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(8 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Councillor Sponga took no part in the discussion or voting of the foregoing matter.

 

31.

Community Services Report - Economic Development 2014-20 dated August 11, 2014 regarding Implementation Strategy for Gigabit Corridor Pilot Project.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Emanuel

 

Seconded by: Councillor Sponga

 

 

THAT Community Services Report - Economic Development 2014-20 dated August 11, 2014 regarding the Implementation Strategy for Gigabit Corridor Pilot Project be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

a) THAT Council receive the 'Initial Stakeholder Meeting and Economic Development Impact Statement' report prepared by Sandel and Associates (Attachment A);

 

b) AND THAT staff be directed to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking interested Internet Services providers (ISP's) willing to provide specified service levels and cost structure;

 

c) AND THAT staff provide a further report to Council with the RFP results, including alternate options if necessary, implementation recommendations and budget impact.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

Councillor Di Muccio

(8 in favour, 1 opposed)

 

Carried

 

31.

Mr. George Ivanoff addressed the Committee regarding the Tom Taylor Crescent Proposed Walkway.

 

Council discussed the recommendations and an alternate motion was presented.

 

 

Moved by:      Regional Councillor Taylor

 

Seconded by: Councillor Di Muccio

 

 

THAT any construction plans and future work on the proposed walkway on Tom Taylor Crescent be immediately halted;

 

AND THAT staff explore all options associated with alternate treatments, including conveyance and naturalization for that area and report back to Committee of the Whole.   

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

32.

Joint Procurement Corporate Services - Financial Services and Development and Infrastructure Services - Public Works Services Report 2014-45 dated August 11, 2014 regarding RJT and Magna Solar Photovoltaic FIT Project Updates. 

 

Moved by:      Councillor Emanuel

 

Seconded by: Regional Councillor Taylor

 

 

THAT Joint Procurement Corporate Services - Financial Services and Development and Infrastructure Services - Public Works Services Report 2014-45 dated August 11, 2014 regarding RJT and Magna Solar Photovoltaic FIT Project Updates be received and the following recommendations be adopted:

 

i) THAT the RFP 2012-27 Solar Photovoltaic FIT contract be extended to include an estimated value of $1,493,321.00 for the Magna Centre (excluding bonding fees, maintenance, LDC connection fees and applicable taxes);

 

ii) AND THAT the Director, Public Works Services and the Manager, Procurement Services be authorized to execute the contract and all agreements and documents necessary to give effect to the Magna Solar project on Council's behalf;

 

 

iii) AND THAT staff be authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the foregoing recommendations;

 

iv) AND THAT staff be directed to fund the Magna FIT project through implementation of an internal loan with an amortization period not to exceed ten (10) years, and that this loan be provided for in conjunction with the 2015 budget and align with the investment strategy;

 

v) AND THAT staff be directed to include the revenue surplus as outlined in the Loan Repayment Schedule contained in the Budget Impact section of this report in the 2015 and subsequent years Operating Budgets.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

Councillor Di Muccio

(8 in favour, 1 opposed)

 

Carried

 

33.

Committee of the Whole Minutes of August 25, 2014 – New Business.

 

Discussion ensued regarding playground equipment standards and resident concerns regarding Go Train whistle blowing.

 

 

Moved by:      Councillor Kerwin

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT the Committee of the Whole Minutes of August 25, 2014 - New Business be confirmed.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

 

 

 

 

 

34.

Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) Minutes of August 25, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Councillor Twinney

 

 

THAT the minutes of the Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) of August 25, 2014 be approved. 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

35.

Corporate Services – Legal Services (Closed Session) Report 2014-18 dated July 14, 2014 regarding potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals affecting the municipality (Committee of Adjustment decision).

 

Moved by:      Councillor Vegh

 

Seconded by: Councillor Kerwin

 

 

THAT staff be directed to advise the Ontario Municipal Board that Council does not take a position either in support of or against the above-noted appeal of a Committee of Adjustment decision to deny an application for Minor Variance in connection with the land located at the end of Newpark Boulevard in the Town of Newmarket;

 

AND THAT the Town will not be appearing as a Party or Participant at the OMB hearing on this matter. 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

36.

Development and Infrastructure Services – Planning and Building Services (Closed Session) Report 2014-39 dated August 21, 2014 regarding a potential acquisition of property by the municipality.  (Ward 5)

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT Development and Infrastructure Services – Planning and Building Services (Closed Session) Report 2014-39 dated August 21, 2014 regarding a potential acquisition of property by the municipality (Ward 5) be received;

 

AND THAT the recommendations contained in Development and Infrastructure Services – Planning and Building Services (Closed Session) Report 2014-39 dated August 21, 2014 regarding a strategic property acquisition be adopted. 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

37.

Office of the Chief Administrative Officer and Corporate Services (Legal Services) Joint (Closed Session) Report 2014-20 dated August 25, 2014 regarding a proposed acquisition of land by the municipality. (Ward 5)

 

Moved by:      Regional Councillor Taylor

 

Seconded by: Councillor Sponga

 

 

THAT Office of the Chief Administrative Officer and Corporate Services (Legal Services) Joint (Closed Session) Report 2014-20 dated August 25, 2014 regarding a proposed acquisition of land by the municipality (Ward 5) be received;

 

AND THAT staff be directed to proceed as authorized at the August 25, 2014 Committee of the Whole (Closed Session) meeting.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(8 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Councillor Vegh took no part in the discussion or voting of the foregoing matter.

 

 

38.

Community Services - Recreation and Culture Report 2014-27 dated September 8, 2014 regarding the Newmarket Sports Hall of Fame - 2014 Induction Nominees.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Emanuel

 

Seconded by: Councillor Kerwin

 

 

THAT Community Services Report – Recreation and Culture Report 2014-27 dated September 8, 2014 regarding Newmarket Sports Hall of Fame be received and the following recommendations be adopted: 

 

a) THAT council endorse the recommendations of the Newmarket Sports Hall of Fame inductions for November 2014 as outlined in the confidential Community Services - Recreation and Culture Report  2014-26;

 

b) AND THAT staff work with the Newmarket Sports Hall of Fame Committee to prepare the celebration to be held at the Newmarket Magna Centre on Sunday, November 16, 2014.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

By-laws

 

39.

By-laws 2014-47 and 2014-48.

 

 

2014-47

A By-law to Amend By-law Number 2010-40, as amended by By-law 2013-61, being a Zoning By-law (487 Queen Street).

 

 

2014-48

A By-law to provide an exemption to the Noise By-law to facilitate the necessary work by the Regional Municipality of York for the road rehabilitation program on Mulock Drive.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Vegh

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT By-laws 2014-47 and 2014-48 be enacted.

 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Notices of Motions

 

a)

Councillor Twinney advised that she would be bringing forward a motion at the September 22, 2014 Committee of the Whole meeting regarding amendments to the Municipal Act to permit other forms of Committee member attendance at meetings.

 

Announcements & Community Events

 

a)

Councillor Emanuel advised of “The Drop Zone” a community after school program for students attending grades 6 through 8.  The program runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. beginning September 23, 2014 at Alexander Muir Public School, 75 Ford Wilson Boulevard.  The focus is on being active, cooking, leadership, homework help and healthy eating.  The cost is $5.00 per day.  Contact Jason at the Newmarket Recreation Youth Centre at 905-953-5300 ext. 2821 for more information.

 

b)

Councillor Di Muccio invited residents to join in for a weekend of fun and entertainment at the Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place Open House at 474 Davis Drive on September 26 through 28, 2014.  Festivities begin on Friday, September 26, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. with the Zephyr Big Band.  The celebration continues on Saturday, September 27, 2014 with a pancake breakfast for $3.00 per person.  Enjoy live entertainment all day, and a BBQ on the patio.  Also join in for carpet bowling, mah jong, curling, and much more.  There will be demonstrations by the Keynotes Choir, Happy Hoppers, and Line Dancers.  Also check out the art, crafts and bake sales.  On Sunday, September 28, 2014 enjoy afternoon tea with North of Dixie entertainment.  Tickets are $5.00 for members and $6.00 for non-members. For more information call 905-953-5325.

 

c)

Councillor Sponga thanked Recreation and Culture staff for their hard work on the many festivals that have occurred over the summer season.

 

 

 

 

 

d)

Councillor Sponga advised that the Town of Newmarket began repainting the lamp posts on Main Street from Water Street to Park Avenue last week.  The project timeline is approximately five weeks.  To ensure appropriate lighting remains for the users of the street, this work will be conducted in stages.  For more information, please contact Customer Service at 905-895-5193.

 

e)

Councillor Sponga thanked Public Works staff for their assistance in accommodating banners from the Newmarket Group of Artists that have been prepared to advertise their events. 

 

f)

Councillor Hempen invited residents to grab a lawn chair, blanket and donation of a non-perishable food item for the Salvation Army in order to enjoy a free outdoor movie under the stars at Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Drive on Saturday, September 13, 2014.  In case of inclement weather, the movie will be held indoors at the Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall.  The movie will begin at dusk, approximately 8:15 p.m. and popcorn, snacks and drinks will available for sale during the event.

 

g)

Regional Councillor Taylor advised that the fourth annual E-Waste Recycling Event will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at Upper Canada Mall from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Any unwanted or obsolete e-waste will be accepted. Partners in the event this year include the Newmarket Environmental Advisory Committee, Artex Environmental, Upper Canada Mall and Tim Hortons.  Any person who recycles an item larger than a standard computer will receive a gift from Tim Hortons and be entered into a draw for free coffee for a year. 

 

h)

Regional Councillor Taylor invited residents to attend Newmarket Buskerfest on Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Drive.  Enjoy outdoor buskers and stage performers including juggling, magic, puppetry, music, comedy, theatre, face painting, balloon twists, caricatures, clowning, dance, music and circus stunts.  Admission is free. For more information please visit www.newmarket.ca

 

i)

Councillor Twinney invited residents to participate in Outdoor Discovery and Adventure Night on September 23, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Drive.  Bring your family and a lawn chair to ‘Touch-a-Truck’, an interactive evening to learn about trucks, cars, emergency vehicles and everything related.  Admission is free.  In the event of inclement weather, the event will be hosted inside Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall.

 

 

 

 

j)

Councillor Kerwin reminded everyone that children are back to school and to be patient, aware and courteous when walking or driving on Newmarket streets.  Always respect and obey your local crossing guards.  Crossing guards play an important role in our community by helping to get children to and from school safely.  For more safety tips, follow Safety Cone Sam on Twitter @SafetyConeSam. For more information on Safety Driven, Newmarket’s Traffic Management Program visit www.newmarket.ca or call 905-895-5193. Councillor Kerwin thanked all Ward 2 residents who have placed a Safety Cone Sam sign up and advised that any residents wishing to have a Safety Cone Sam sign can contact 905-895-8969 to have Councillor Kerwin deliver a sign to your home.

 

k)

Councillor Kerwin advised that a Town-wide Traffic Management Study is being conducted to improve the flow of traffic throughout the Town to make our roads safer.

 

l)

Councillor Vegh advised that the Town of Newmarket is now offering the following Customer Service functions at the Magna Centre and Ray Twinney Recreation Complex: property tax and parking ticket payments, pet registration and tag renewals, waste stickers, and green and blue bin sales. For more information contact Customer Service at 905-895-5193 or visit www.newmarket.ca

 

m)

Mayor Van Bynen advised that the Town of Newmarket has expanded its free Wi-Fi service to include the following facilities: Riverwalk Commons, the Community Centre and Lions Hall, and the Recreation Youth Centre. Wi-Fi service was first made available in December, 2013 at the Municipal Offices and the Magna Centre in response to resident interest in having free Wi-Fi at Town facilities.  The Ray Twinney Recreation Complex will be the next facility to have Wi-Fi installed.  In 2013, Newmarket was one of five communities in Canada to receive a Google eTown award, given to “the towns and cities whose businesses are leading the way in embracing the opportunities of the Internet and are investing in online tools and resources to find new customers and grow their businesses to succeed in an increasingly connected world.”

 

n)

Mayor Van Bynen advised that the next Council meeting is Monday, September 29, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Business

 

a)

Councillor Kerwin requested that signage for the Tom Taylor Trail between Davis Drive and Green Lane be improved so that there are clear indicators of access points, particularly for EMS personnel should there be an accident on the trail system.

 

b)

Councillor Di Muccio questioned when a workshop on lessons learned from the Marianneville Developments (Glenway) Ontario Municipal Board matter would be held.  The Chief Administrative Officer advised that staff are currently awaiting the written decision from the Ontario Municipal Board, in addition to some other items.  Upon receipt, a session will be scheduled to discuss the lessons learned and interface designs for the existing residential community. 

 

Closed Session

 

Mayor Van Bynen advised that there was no requirement for a Closed Session.

 

Confirmatory By-law

 

40.

2014-49

A By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council - September 8, 2014.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Councillor Emanuel

 

 

THAT By-law 2014-49 be enacted. 

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio, Councillor Emanuel

Opposed:

(None)

(9 in favour, 0 opposed)

 

Carried

 

Addendum

 

Mayor Van Bynen advised that there was no addendum to the agenda.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adjournment

 

41.

Adjournment.

 

Moved by:      Councillor Sponga

 

Seconded by: Councillor Hempen

 

 

THAT the meeting adjourn.

 

In Favour:

Mayor Van Bynen, Regional Councillor Taylor, Councillor Vegh, Councillor Kerwin, Councillor Twinney, Councillor Hempen, Councillor Sponga, Councillor Di Muccio

Opposed:

Councillor Emanuel

(8 in favour, 1 opposed)

 

Carried

 

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

 

 

Tony Van Bynen, Mayor

 

Andrew Brouwer, Town Clerk