General Committee

Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
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Location:
Online Video Conference
Members
  • Mayor Bonnie Crombie
  • Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
  • Councillor Karen Ras, Ward 2 (CHAIR)
  • Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
  • Councillor John Kovac , Ward 4
  • Councillor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
  • Councillor Ron Starr, Ward 6
  • Councillor Dipika Damerla , Ward 7
  • Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
  • Councillor Pat Saito, Ward 9
  • Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
  • Councillor George Carlson, Ward 11

Staff Present
Paul Mitcham, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer
Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer
Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Community Services
Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works
Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building
Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor
Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk
Sacha Smith, Manager of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk
Dayna Obaseki, Legislative Coordinator, Legislative Services Division

1.
CALL TO ORDER
 

Councillor Ras, Chair called the meeting to order at 9:31AM.

Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk noted the power outage at Civic Centre and that the live stream will be delayed until the power resumes.

2.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
 

Approved (Councillor McFadden)

3.
DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
 

Nil.

4.
PRESENTATIONS - Nil.
 

5.
DEPUTATIONS
 

Councillor Ras, Chair noted that Item 5.5 – August Petrolo’s deputation would follow Item 5.1 to ensure staff deputations follow all external deputations.

Councillor Kovac joined the meeting at 9:33AM prior to Item 5.1.

5.1
Imran Hijaz and Kulbir Gill, Lockdown Injustice Advocacy Group to speak on Personal Care Services 
 

Mr. Hijazi, Director, Trend Sassy Laser and Medical Spa and Mr. Gill, Lockdown Injustice Advocacy Group spoke on behalf of a group of personal care businesses in Mississauga regarding the inequity and effects of the lockdown.  Mr. Gill requested that Council pass a motion to waive licensing fees for business establishments and that the loans be altered to grants. Mr. Hijazi requested that personal services be classified as essential services.

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and provided the following comments;

  • Agreed and empathized with the business owners;
  • Noted the business failure rates due to the number of months in lockdown;
  • Noted the similarity between personal care services and essential services, for instance dentists are working within people’s mouths;
  • Expressed concern around the mental health aspect of a failing business or being denied personal care services; and
  • Noted numerous personal care service establishments are mainly women operated.

Mayor Crombie responded to the request regarding waiving licensing fees and grants by noting that in accordance to the Municipal Act, City of Mississauga is not in the position to offer any grants or funding as the financial supports are issued and provided by the Provincial and Federal levels of government. Mayor Crombie further noted that the City would continue to advocate for financial support.

 

Councillor Fonseca inquired if personal care services adhere to a governing body. Mr. Gill responded by noting personal care services are regulated by Public Health Units. Peel Region conducts, inspects and provides approval to allow for the business to continue to operate.

 

Councillors Starr and Fonseca requested a Mayor’s letter be drafted noting the similarities between essential services and personal care services and to attach the deputant’s information materials.

 

DIRECTION to staff was given to prepare a Mayor’s Letter to the Province of Ontario and the Peel’s Medical Officer of Health outlining why personal care services should be considered an essential service. The letter should include the deputant’s presentation materials and highlight that personal care services operate under similar health and safety regulations as other essential services, such as dentist and physiotherapy offices.

Councillor Damerla joined the meeting at 9:51AM during the discussion of Item 5.1.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0156-2021

    That the deputation by Imran Hijaz and Kulbir Gill, Lockdown Injustice Advocacy Group regarding on Personal Care Services be received. 

    Received

5.2
Item 9.1 - Jackie O'Connor, Life Sciences Business Consultant
 

Harold Dremin, Director of Economic Development provided a brief introduced to the Life Sciences sector. Ms. O'Connor presented and provided an overview on Mississauga's Life Sciences Sector. The Mississauga Life Sciences Cluster Strategy is a comprehensive municipal document that identifies priorities to support the growth and development of the cluster. She highlighted the sector growth, new investments, talent, marketing and awareness, COVID-19 response, recovery and business feedback.

Members of Committee applauded the growing sector and congratulated staff.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0157-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor P. Saito

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Jackie O'Connor, Life Sciences Business Consultant regarding the corporate report dated March 8, 2021 entitled “Mississauga Life Sciences: Sector Update”, be received.

    Received

5.3
Item 9.2 - Katherine Morton, Manager, Planning Strategies
 

Ms. Morton presented and provided an overview on the Comments to the Province regarding the Proposed Changes to Minister’s Zoning Orders (MZO) and the Planning Act. She highlighted the greater need for public transparency and not being consistent with the PPS (Provincial Policy Statement). She further noted the background, highlighted the key comments and spoke to the next steps. 

Councillor Ras expressed concerns with the direction of MZOs and seeking the Mayor’s assistance with further advocating.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0158-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Katherine Morton, Manager, Planning Strategies regarding the corporate report dated March 19, 2021 entitled “City of Mississauga’s Comments on Proposed Changes to Minister’s Zoning Orders (MZO) and the Planning Act”, be received.

    Received

5.4
Item 9.3 - Jason Bevan, Director, City Planning Strategies
 

Mr. Bevan presented and provided an overview on the 2022 Mississauga’s Growth Forecasts for Service Planning Inputs in the Development and Community Benefits Charges Review. He noted the background, the growth forecasts and next steps. 

Councillor Damerla inquired about the residential population versus square footage calculation and the highway 413 growth impact.  Mr. Bevan responded by noting that he would provide the density numbers to the Councillor directly and noted that 413 highway would not pose a huge growth impact in Mississauga. Item 9.3 was brought forward and voted upon. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0159-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor D. Damerla

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Jason Bevan, Director, City Planning Strategies regarding the corporate report dated March 8, 2021 entitled "Mississauga’s Population and Employment Forecasts for the Development Charges and Community Benefits Charge By-law Review" be received.

    Received

5.5
Item 9.5 - August Petrolo, Resident and Member, Applewood Hills & Heights Residents Association
 

Mr. Petrolo spoke to the traffic calming on Flagship Road and requested for continuation of traffic calming for Rymal Road. He presented photos of the problematic areas and highlighted the speeding and the number of vehicles that run stop signs at Rymal Road and Flagship Drive. Mr. Petrolo further noted that a number of residents have been contacted and expressed concern and a petition has been submitted for the upcoming Council meeting.

Councillor Fonseca noted the staff monitoring, digital boards and edge lines at the intersection of Ryman Road and Flagship Drive. Councillor Fonseca inquired if a raised crossing or seasonal bollards and a flashing illuminate solar stop sign could be installed. Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works responded by noting that staff can conduct an additional assessment regarding intersection operations and work on upcoming solutions with the Ward Councillor and resident. Councillor Carlson noted the effectiveness of installing bollards.

Item 9.5 was brought forward and voted upon.

Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk announced that the Civic Centre has regained power and that the live stream of the meeting is up and running.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0160-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Fonseca

    That the deputation and associated presentation by August Petrolo, Resident, Applewood Hills and Heights Resident Association regarding the corporate report entitled “Traffic Calming” be received.

    Received

6.
PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit
 

Public Comments: Advance registration is required to participate and/or to make comments in the virtual public meeting. Any member of the public interested in speaking to an item listed on the agenda must register by calling 905-615-3200 ext. 5425 or by emailing  dayna.obaseki@mississauga.ca by Monday, March 29, 2021 before 4:00PM.

Pursuant to Section 42 of the Council Procedure By-law 0139-2013, as amended:

General Committee may grant permission to a member of the public to ask a question of General Committee, with the following provisions:

  1. Questions shall be submitted to the Clerk at least 24 hours prior to the meeting;
  2. A person is limited to two (2) questions and must pertain specific item on the current agenda and the speaker will state which item the question is related to;
  3. The total speaking time shall be five (5) minutes maximum, per speaker, unless extended by the Mayor or Chair; and
  4. Any response not provided at the meeting will be provided in the format of a written response.

Jonathan Giggs submitted a question to be asked on his behalf by the Diana Rusnov, City Clerk and Director of Legislative Services in relation to Item 7 – Matters Pertaining to COVID-19.

"Peel’s Medical Officer of Health Dr. Lawrence Loh’s advice has been consistent for months regarding increased restrictions to control the spread.  However, Members of Council have consistently gone against the Medical Officer of Health’s recommendations by advocating for a reopening. The question posed is why are local politicians not seeking a wider lockdown?"

Mayor Crombie responded by noting that the City Council are not only focusing on physical health but on mental and financial health as well. She expressed concern regarding the inequity that the small businesses have experienced due to being closed and felt it was not fair that other Regions were opening when the City’s numbers were much lower previously. However, currently Mayor Crombie acknowledges the current rise in cases and variants and respects the decision to call a pause. 

7.
MATTERS PERTAINING TO COVID-19
 

Mayor Crombie provided an update on COVID-19 regarding case numbers including the variants, the hospitals, and the vaccine roll out.  Members of Committee spoke to the matter and inquired about the vaccine immunity timeframe and percentage as well as the centralized information site.

 

Members of Committee spoke to the matter and raised the following questions and concerns:

  • Vaccine immunity rate;
  • Phase 2 of the vaccine roll out;
  • Taxi service industry;
  • Centralized website regarding the vaccine and lockdown;
  • Practicing the core four, post vaccination;
  • Requested Dr. Loh’s presence at each meeting;
  • Complaints surrounding construction hours;
  • Vaccine roll-out for homebound seniors; and
  • Municipal Property Tax Deferral Programs.

Mayor Crombie, Paul Mitcham, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor and Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer responded to questions from the Committee.

 

Councillor Starr inquired about when the taxi service industry and essential workers will be getting vaccinated. Mayor Crombie, and Mr. Mitcham responded noting that Phase 2 of the vaccine roll-out plan encompasses a broad category and is scheduled to be vaccinated in June.  Mr. Mitcham and Ms. Maxwell noted that he would redistribute the chart to Members of Council to include in their Councillor’s Newsletters.

Councillor Damerla requested that staff prepare a Mayor’s letter to the Premier of Ontario requesting that municipalities be allowed to regulate and enforce their City By-laws surrounding hours of operation for construction. 

Councillor Saito inquired if the newly announced City of Brampton Property Tax Deferral Program was similar to the City of Mississauga’s deferral program and if the City will be requesting deferring remittance to the School Boards again.  Mr. Kent responded noting that the Brampton’s tax deferral program is similar to the City’s and further noted that he would follow up with the Province regarding the deferral remittance to the school boards.

DIRECTION to staff was given to prepare a Mayor’s Letter to the Province of Ontario and the Peel’s Medical Officer of Health outlining why personal care services should be considered an essential service. The letter should include the deputant’s presentation materials and highlight that personal care services operate under similar health and safety regulations as other essential services, such as dentist and physiotherapy offices.

8.
CONSENT AGENDA
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0161-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    That the following items be approved under the consent agenda:

    • 9.1 Mississauga Life Sciences: Sector Update
    • 9.2 City of Mississauga’s Comments on Proposed Changes to Minister’s Zoning Orders (MZO) and the Planning Act
    • 9.3 Mississauga's Population and Employment Forecasts for the Development Charges and Community Benefits Charge By-law Review
    • 9.7 MiWay Infrastructure Growth Plan (MIGP)
    • 9.8 Funding Agreement for Credit Valley Conservation Authority's Greening
      Corporate Grounds Program in Mississauga (All Wards)
    • 9.9 Updates to the Community Recognition Policy
    • 9.10 Emergency Management in Mississauga 2020
    • 9.11 Single Source Procurement of Information Technology Service Management Solution and Related Services with CDW Canada Corp. (File Ref. PRC002224)
    • 9.13 Reciprocal Lending Agreement between Mississauga Library and London Public Library
    • 10.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 3-2021 - March 9, 2021
    • 10.2 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 3-2021 - March 9, 2021
    • 10.3 Accessibility Advisory Committee Report 2-2021 - March 22, 2021
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.
MATTERS CONSIDERED
 

9.1
Mississauga Life Sciences: Sector Update (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0162-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    That the Corporate Report dated March 8, 2021 from the City Manager & Chief Administrative Officer regarding updates in Mississauga’s Life Sciences sector be received for information.

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.2
City of Mississauga’s Comments on Proposed Changes to Minister’s Zoning Orders (MZO) and the Planning Act (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0163-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the report titled “City of Mississauga’s Comments on Proposed Changes to Minister’s Zoning Orders and the Planning Act” from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, dated March 19, 2021, be received for information.
    2. That the positions and recommendations contained in this report be endorsed.
    3. That the Mayor or designate be authorized to provide comments in writing to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing as part of the Ministry’s public consultation process.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.3
Mississauga's Population and Employment Forecasts for the Development Charges and Community Benefits Charge By-law Review (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0164-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the draft 2051 population and employment forecasts for the purposes of informing long-range transportation planning and capital planning for the 2022 Development Charges and Community Benefits Charges By-law Review be endorsed.
    2. That staff be directed to continue to work with the Region of Peel to finalize the 2051 growth forecasts through the Region’s Municipal Comprehensive Review process.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.4
Development Charges Background Study and Community Benefits Charge Strategy Project Update
 

Previously discussed and voted upon under Item 5.4.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0165-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor D. Damerla

    That the report entitled “Development Charges Background Study and Community Benefits Charge Strategy Project Update” dated March 12, 2021, from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, be received for information.

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.5
Traffic Calming - Special Projects (Ward 3 and 11)
 

Previously discussed and voted upon under Item 5.5.

DIRECTION to staff was given to seek additional traffic calming solutions for Rymal Road with the resident and Ward 3 Councillor. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0166-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor G. Carlson
    1. That the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated March 4, 2021 and entitled “Traffic Calming – Special Projects (Ward 3 and 11)”, be approved.
    2. That the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated March 4, 2021 and entitled “Traffic Calming – Special Projects (Ward 3 and 11)” be referred to the Mississauga Traffic Safety Council, Cycling Advisory Committee and the Mississauga Road Safety Committee for information.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.6
Construction Pest Control Program for City of Mississauga Projects
 

Councillor Fonseca and Councillor Dasko spoke to the item and raised the following questions and concerns;

  • Application to the 2021 construction season;
  • Charge backs
  • Pest Control Checklist alignment with the Region of Peel;
  • Region of Peel Pilot;
  • Public Education; and
  • Application to the LRT and BRTs.

Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation & Works and Helen Noehammer, Director of Infrastructure Planning & Engineering Services responded to questions from the Committee.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0167-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Fonseca
    1. That Council endorse the Construction Pest Control Program as outlined in the report dated March 18, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and that the Program be implemented for the 2021 construction season for all recommended Community Services and Transportation and Works Department construction projects to address rat concerns raised by Mississauga residents; and
    2. That all necessary By-laws be enacted.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.7
MiWay Infrastructure Growth Plan (MIGP) (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0168-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the report to General Committee entitled “MiWay Infrastructure Growth Plan (MIGP)” dated March 15, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be received.
    2. That the study outcomes and infrastructure recommendations for future capital projects be approved.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.8
Funding Agreement for Credit Valley Conservation Authority's Greening Corporate Grounds Program in Mississauga (All Wards) (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0169-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be authorized to execute a funding agreement between The Corporation of the City of Mississauga and Credit Valley Conservation Authority, including amendments, extensions or renewals and any ancillary documents for the City to provide funding in support of Credit Valley Conservation’s Greening Corporate Grounds Program in Mississauga, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services; and
    2. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

       

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.9
Updates to the Community Recognition Policy (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0170-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the Corporate Report dated February 19, 2021 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services entitled "Updates to the Community Recognition Policy" be received.
    2. That the City of Mississauga continue to offer community flag raising with an updated request process for national flags within the Community Recognition program and as outlined in this Corporate Report.
    3. That the updated Corporate Policy – Community Recognition Program, attached as Appendix 1 to this report, be approved.
    4. That the updated Corporate Policy – Flag Protocol at City Facilities, attached as Appendix 2 to this report, be approved.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.10
Emergency Management in Mississauga 2020 (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0190-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    That the report dated February 10, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community Services titled “Emergency Management in Mississauga 2020” be received for information.

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.11
Single Source Procurement of Information Technology Service Management Solution and Related Services with CDW Canada Corp. (File Ref. PRC002224) (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0171-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the single source procurement of ServiceNow Information Technology Service Management Solution and Related Services for a period of five (5) years, as detailed in the corporate report entitled “Single Source Procurement of Information Technology Service Management Solution and Related Services with CDW Canada Corp. (File Ref. PRC002224)”, dated February 23, 2021, from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer (“Purchase”), File Ref: PRC002224 be approved;
    2. That the Purchasing Agent or designate be authorized to execute all contracts and related ancillary documents with respect to the Purchase between the City and CDW Canada Corp. for an estimated amount of $1,333,673.04 exclusive of taxes, in accordance with the City’s Purchasing By-law 374-06, as amended;
    3. That the Purchasing Agent or designate be authorized to execute the necessary amendments to increase the value of the contract between the City and CDW Canada Corp. for additional products, software licensing, professional services, maintenance and support, including additional features and modules, for the purpose of accommodating growth and future business demands of the City, if the funding for such contract increase has been approved by Council;
    4. That ServiceNow be approved as a City Standard for a period of five (5) years, in accordance with the City’s Purchasing By-law 374-06, as amended.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.12
Laptop Lending Program Pilot
 

Councillor Fonseca inquired if social organizations, such as Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Center have an opportunity to provide feedback to be included in the report back to Council. 

Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Community Services responded noting that the City of Mississauga is collaborating with a number of social agencies and pursuing sponsorship funding with the Library Division and a potential sponsorship strategy.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0172-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Fonseca

    That the Corporate Report entitled “Laptop Lending Program Pilot” dated March 9, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community Services be received for information.

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

9.13
Reciprocal Lending Agreement between Mississauga Library and London Public Library (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0173-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the Commissioner of Community Services or designate be authorized to negotiate and enter into a reciprocal lending agreement with the London Public Library through Overdrive, Inc. on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga to allow for eBook and eAudiobook resource sharing, including any amendments, renewals and all necessary documents ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services, as outlined in the report dated March 8, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “Reciprocal Lending Agreement between Mississauga Library and London Public Library”.
    2. That the Commissioner of Community Services or designate be authorized to negotiate and enter into reciprocal lending agreements with other public libraries on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga to allow for eBook and eAudiobook resource sharing, including any amendments, renewals and all necessary documents ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services, consistent with the report dated March 8, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “Reciprocal Lending Agreement between Mississauga Library and London Public Library”.
    3. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

10.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORTS
 

10.1
Heritage Advisory Committee Report 3-2021 - March 9, 2021 (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATION
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    GC-0174-2021

    That the property at 451 Temagami, which is listed on the City’s Heritage Register, is not worthy of heritage designation, and consequently, that the owner’s request to demolish proceed through the applicable process, as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated February 23, 2021.

    (HAC-0018-2021)

    (Ward 2)

    GC-0175-2021

    1. That the request to alter the heritage designated property at 42 Peter Street South as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated February 23, 2021, be approved.
    2. That the Memorandum dated February 26, 2021 from John Dunlop, Manager, Heritage Planning and Indigenous Relations, entitled "42 Peter Street South (Ward 1)" be received.
    3. That the drawings attached in the Memorandum dated February 26, 2021 from John Dunlop, Manager, Heritage Planning and Indigenous Relations entitled “42 Peter Street South (Ward 1)” replace the drawings that form part of the Corporate Report entitled “Request to Alter a Heritage Designated Property: 42 Peter Street South (Ward 1)”.

    (HAC-0019-2021)

    (Ward 1)

    GC-0176-2021

    That the Memorandum dated February 1, 2021 by Paul Damaso, Director, Culture Division regarding 3265 Principals Road be received for information.

    (HAC-0020-2021)

    (Ward 8)

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

10.2
Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 3-2021 - March 9, 2021 (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATION
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    GC-0178-2021

    That the deputation from Rory O'Sullivan, Transportation Project Engineer regarding the Rathburn Road and Ponytrail Road Project be received for information.

    (MCAC-0013-2021)

    GC-0179-2021

    1. That the deputation regarding the memorandum dated February 19, 2021 from Amy Parker, Active Transportation Technologist, Active Transportation entitled "City of Mississauga Cycling Collisions" be received for information.
    2. That Peel Regional Police be requested to attend the next Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee meeting on April 13, 2021 to provide an update on City and Regional Road collision trends.

    (MCAC-0014-2021)

    GC-0180-2021
    That the Network and Technical Subcommittee Update from Kris Hammel, Citizen Member be received.

    (MCAC-0015-2021)

    GC-0181-2021

    That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee endorse and participate in the “Lets Move Mississauga” City-wide campaign in partnership with Traffic Safety Council and the Road Safety Committee.

    (MCAC-0016-2021)

    GC-0182-2021

    That the 2021 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Work Plan be approved as amended to include that up to $250 from the 2021 Committee of Council budget be allocated to the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee for the purpose of a gift basket and plaque for the 2021 Phil Green Award recipient.
    (MCAC-0017-2021)

    GC-0183-2021

    That the update on closing the gap on Derry Road from Neal Smith, Project Manager, Region of Peel be received.
    (MCAC-0018-2021)

    GC-0191-2021

    That the Memorandum dated March 2, 2021 form Neal Smith, Project Manager, Sustainable Transportation and Strategic Initiatives entitled "2021 Active Transportation Infrastructure Program Update" be received for information.

    (MCAC-0019-2021)

    GC-0192-2021

    That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee 2021 Action List be approved.

    (MCAC-0020-2021)

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

10.3
Accessibility Advisory Committee Report 2-2021 - March 22, 2021 (CONSENT)
 

  • RECOMMENDATION
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    GC-0183-2021

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation regarding E-Scooters in Mississauga be received.

    (AAC-0011-2021)

    GC-0184-2021

    That the verbal update provided by Dan Sadler, Supervisor Accessibility with respect to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) be received.

    (AAC-0012-2021)

    GC-0185-2021

    That the verbal update regarding the Region of Peel’s Accessibility Advisory Committee provided by Naz Husain, Chair and Member of the ROP AAC be received.

    (AAC-0013-2021)

    GC-0186-2021

    That the Accessibility Advisory Committee Work Plan be approved as discussed at the March 22, 2021 Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting.

    (AAC-0014-2021)

    GC-0187-2021

    That the two upcoming resignations as discussed at the March 22, 2021 Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting be received and that the City Clerk be directed to fill the vacancies in accordance with the Corporate Policy #02-01-01 on Citizen Appointments to Committees, Boards and Authorities.

    (AAC-0015-2021)

    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

11.
MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL
 

Councillor Parrish noted the lack of virtual optics at the Region of Peel Council meetings and noted that Council should stop asking for option six in regards to the MZOs (Ministerial Zoning Orders).

Councillor Saito spoke the to Townhouse Conversion Program report on the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee Agenda and expressed concerns regarding residents violating the Condo Board regulations by leaving their waste bins in front of their doors. Councillor Mahoney noted the need a for workshop/info session and consultation before the new contract and program is rolled out. Councillor Ras suggested smaller bins that flip from garbage to recycle to help reduce the excessive space of waste bins for the condo tenants.

12.
COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES
 

Councillor Mahoney applauded staff on the collaboration with the police and enforcement regarding loud cars and modified mufflers.

Councillor Starr inquired about motions. Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk responded noting that notice of motions and motions only go to Council meetings, not General Committee meetings.

Councillor Ras inquired about spring outdoor clean ups. Jodi Robillos, Director of Parks, Forestry & Environment responded by noting that the Environment Team is preparing details regarding community clean ups.

Councillor Ras requested that the plastic chairs outside of Lorne Park Library be replaced as it poses a safety concern. Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Community Services responded noting she would look into the replacement of those chairs.

Councillor Starr inquired about tree planting programs. Ms. Robillos responded by noting that staff are exploring smaller group opportunities and tentatively scheduling events pending provincial regulations.

Councillor Fonseca requested a one pager be provided about the required liability form for public events. Ms. Robillos responded noting that there is a COVID waiver form for clean ups and outdoor rinks as an educational piece.

13.
OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
 

Councillor Dasko wished everyone a Happy Easter and suggested residents to buy or order locally.

Mayor Crombie wished residents Happy Easter and noted that places of worships have capacity limit and require registrations. Mayor Crombie further announced April is Sikh Heritage Month and that April 1st is April Fool's day.

Councillor Fonseca announced the 35th year anniversary of the Mississauga Food Bank.

14.
CLOSED SESSION
 

(Pursuant to Subsection 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001)

  • RECOMMENDATION

    Whereas the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, requires Council to pass a motion prior to closing part of a meeting to the public;

    And whereas the Act requires that the motion states the act of the holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting;

    Now therefore be it resolved that a portion of the General Committee meeting to be held on March 31, 2021 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matter:

    1. Pursuant to Subsection 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001
      1. A trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization: Agreements for Public Sector Network (PSN) Fibre Optic Cable Relocations and Rail Crossings
      2. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose: Update and Legal Advice Concerning Request for Proposals for Towing Services and Vehicle Pound Facilities 

    Received

    The Committee went into Closed Session at 12:38PM.

14.1
A trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, 
 

which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization:

Agreements for Public Sector Network (PSN) Fibre Optic Cable Relocations and Rail Crossings

Shawn Slack, Director of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer briefly spoke to the item. Councillor Ras spoke to the matter and raised questions. Ron Kremer, Manager of IT Network Fibre responded to the questions from the Councillor.

The Committee came out of closed session at 12:54PM

As a result of the Closed Session, the following recommendation was voted on during Open Session:

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0188-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Fonseca
    1. That the closed session report from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated, February 2, 2021 entitled “Agreements for Public Sector Network (PSN) Fibre Optic Cable Relocations and Rail Crossings”, be received.
    2. That the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer and the City Clerk be authorized to execute all necessary and required agreements and any ancillary agreements and documents outlined in or contemplated by this report as required for the relocations of PSN fibre optic cable infrastructure, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.
    3. That the necessary by-law be enacted.
    YES (12)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    Carried (12 to 0)

14.2
Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose:
 

Update and Legal Advice Concerning Request for Proposals for Towing Services and Vehicle Pound Facilities 

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor, Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer and Connie Mesih, Director of Revenue and Material Management spoke to the item.  Members of Council spoke to the matter and raised questions and concerns. Ms. Maxwell, Mr. Kent, Ms. Mesih, Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works, Sam Rogers, Director of Enforcement and Erica Edwards, Manager of Material Management – External Services responded to the questions from the Committee.

The Committee came out of closed session at 12:54PM.

As a result of the Closed Session, the following recommendations were voted on during Open Session:

A motion that was moved by Councillor Parrish with respect to the subject report was voted upon and defeated.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0189-2021
    Moved ByMayor Crombie

    That the report dated March 15, 2021 from the City Solicitor entitled “Update and Legal Advice Concerning Request for Proposals for Towing Services and Vehicle Pound Facilities” be received for information.

    YES (9)Mayor Crombie, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    NO (3)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Parrish, and Councillor R. Starr
    Carried (9 to 3)

15.
ADJOURNMENT
 

1:00PM (Councillor Saito)

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