Council

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Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 2nd Floor
300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3C1
and Online Video Conference
Members
  • Mayor Vacant
  • Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
  • Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Ward 2
  • Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
  • Councillor John Kovac, Ward 4
  • Councillor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
  • Councillor Joe Horneck, Ward 6 (Acting Mayor)
  • Councillor Dipika Damerla, Ward 7
  • Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
  • Councillor Martin Reid, Ward 9
  • Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
  • Councillor Brad Butt, Ward 11

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO 

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor 

Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Corporate Services 

Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works 

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building 

Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services 

Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services and Clerk 

Sacha Smith, Manager/Deputy Clerk, Secretariat and Access & Privacy 
Stephanie Smith, Supervisor, Legislative Services


Acting Mayor Councillor Horneck recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Butt

That the agenda of the February 28, 2024 Council meeting be approved as presented.

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Butt

That the minutes of the February 14, 2024 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Butt

That the minutes of the February 28, 2024 Special Council meeting be approved, as presented.

Ms. Palijo and Ms. Shaid spoke to SacredHand Canada and requested a Certificate of Occupancy for the "Stay the Night Program".

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building spoke to the subject matter and made comments regarding working with the Region of Peel, an update to the Zoning By-law and to the technical application process.

Members of Council spoke to the subject matter and made the following comments: passing a resolution and by-law at the Region of Peel to fall under essential emergency services; hiring a Planner to submit the application; getting additional funding from the Federal Government; and using religious places as emergency shelter locations.

Direction was given to staff to bring back a Notice of Motion for the City of Mississauga to declare an emergency shelter situation and for a meeting to be arranged for groups to come together to be provided clear direction on how community organizations can help.

Councillor McFadden arrived at 9:46AM.   

Ms. Asadorian spoke to the jurisdictional boundaries of their organization and for them to align with the boundaries of the City of Mississauga.

Members of Council spoke to supporting the Mississauga Real Estate Board having their boundaries align with the boundaries of the City of Mississauga.

  • RESOLUTION0031-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor B. Butt
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    1. That the City of Mississauga support the request of the Mississauga Real Estate Board (MREB) to make the boundaries of the City of Mississauga the boundaries for the MREB. 

    2. That the Acting Mayor write a letter to Tim Hudak, CEO of OREA expressing the City's position. 

    3. That the letter also be sent to the Ministry of Consumer and Public Services and Mississauga's MPP's

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

Mr. De Melo spoke to stopping a truck terminal next to residential homes as per Zoning E2-1 prior to 2021 changes.

Councillor Parrish spoke to the E2 Zoning, the Noise By-law, changes from the Provincial Government regarding the Noise By-law and setting up a meeting with Mr. De Melo between Enforcement Staff, Zoning Staff and Councillor Parrish. 

Dan Anderson, Resident spoke to Section 62 of the Council Procedure By-law 0044-2022 and to only being allowed to speak to a subject matter once in a 12 month period.  

Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services spoke to the rules of Public Question Period. Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor spoke to the Governance Committee report on the January 31, 2024 Council agenda.

  • RESOLUTION0032-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    The following items were approved on the consent agenda:

    - 11.1 General Committee Report 5 - 2024 - dated February 21, 2024

    - 13.1 A petition received from Carlos De Melo, Resident regarding stopping a truck terminal next to residential homes as per Zoning E2-1 prior to 2021 changes (Ward 5)

    - 14.1.1 - 14.1.2 Information Items

    - 17.1 - 17.2 By-laws

     

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

Members of Council spoke to the tax bill disclosure of provincially-mandated program funding shortfalls, putting a communication piece in the newspaper, adding this topic to advocacy days with members of Provincial Parliament, bring a report back before any communication piece is created, including a Region of Peel advocacy piece, and including the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Social and Economic Prosperity Review communication piece.

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO spoke to the Communications team placing an article in the final tax bills, staff reporting back on transparency on the 2025 tax bill, and to the April 2024 tax bill.

  • RESOLUTION0036-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor D. Damerla
    Seconded ByCouncillor B. Butt

    That the June newsletter included with the final tax bill, include details about costs that should be covered by Provincial funding (without detailed numbers) but principle of the funding from the Province and to add this matter during advocacy days discussions. 

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0037-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko
    Seconded ByCouncillor B. Butt

    That staff report back on how to incorporate information related to provincially mandated program funding shortfalls in the 2025 tax bill. 

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0033-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    That Recommendations GC—0086-2024 – GC-0119-2024 as contained in the General Committee Report 5 - 2024 - dated February 21, 2024, be approved.

    GC-0086-2024

    That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

    • 10.3 Annual Report on Commodity Price Hedging Agreements for 2023 (Electricity and Natural Gas)
    • 10.4 2023 Emergency Management Program Review
    • 11.1 Accessibility Advisory Committee Report 1 - 2024 - dated February 5, 2024
    • 11.2 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 2 - 2024 - dated February 13, 2024
    • 11.3 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 2 - 2024 - dated February 13, 2024

       

    GC-0087-2024

    1. That Council approve the renaming of Hydro Road to Jim Tovey Boulevard (Ward 1).
    2. That the Office of the City Clerk be directed to advertise the name change and notify all emergency services agencies as set out in the Street Names Policy (10-02-01).
    3. That Transportation and Works staff be directed to double sign the street and to ensure that the signs remain in place for at least 12 months as set out in the Street Names Policy (10-02-01).
    4. That all associated costs be borne by Lakeview Community Partners Ltd. in accordance with the Street Names Policy (10-02-01).

    GC-0088-2024

    1. That a by-law be enacted, authorizing the closure of a portion of Inglewood Drive west of Hurontario Street legally described as Part 1 on Reference Plan 43R-41204, prepared by IBW Surveyors, dated January 25, 2024, Land Titles Act PIN 13460-0127 as outlined in the Corporate Report titled “Inglewood Drive – Stop Up and Close Public Highway, and Eaglewood Boulevard – Establish Lands as Public Highway (Ward 1)” dated February 2, 2024, from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.
    2. That a by-law be enacted to establish lands as a public highway as legally described as Parts 2 and 3 on Reference Plan 43R-41204, prepared by IBW Surveyors dated January 25, 2024, Land Titles Act PIN 13461-0131 and that City staff be authorized to register the by-law on title against the subject lands at the Peel Land Registry Office.

       

       

    GC-0089-2024

    That the Corporate Report dated January 25, 2024 entitled “Annual Report on Commodity Price Hedging Agreements for 2023 (Electricity and Natural Gas)”, from the Commissioner, Corporate Services be received for information.

    GC-0090-2024

    That the report dated January 22, 2024 entitled “2023 Emergency Management Program Review” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer be received for information.

     

    GC-0091-2024

    That the deputation and presentation by Rachel Young, Mississauga Library Makerspace Assistant on Alternate Augmentative Communication (AAC) to the Accessibility Advisory Committee on February 5, 2024, be received for information.

    (AAC-0001-2024)

    GC-0092-2024

    That the Accessibility Advisory Committee 2024 Work Plan and Action List presented by Dan Sadler, Manager, Standards, Training and Compliance to the Accessibility Advisory Committee on February 5, 2024, be approved.

    (AAC-0002-2024)


    GC-0093-2024

    That the memorandum from Martha Cameron, Legislative Coordinator entitled "Accessibility Advisory Committee 20 Year Anniversary Celebration Budget" dated January 29, 2024 presented to the Accessibility Advisory Committee on February 5, 2024, be approved.

    (AAC-0003-2024)


    GC-0094-2024

    That the deputation and associated presentation from Sabrina Esser, Project Director, BBB Architects regarding the new gym addition at the Sportsplex, 5600 Rose Cherry Place to the Facility Accessibility Design Subcommittee on January 22, 2024, be received for information.

    (AAC-0004-2024)

    (FADS-0001-2024)


    GC-0095-2024

    That the verbal deputation by Adam Nangini, Lawyer, KMB Law on item 9.1 Proposed Heritage Designation of 1 Godfrey's Lane (Ward 1) to the Heritage Advisory Committee on February 13, 2024, be received for information.

    (HAC-0011-2024)

    (Ward 1)

    GC-0096-2024

    That the verbal deputation by Adam Nangini, Lawyer, KMB Law on item 9.2 Proposed Heritage Designation of 972 Clarkson Road South (Ward 2) to the Heritage Advisory Committee on February 13, 2024, be received for information.

    (HAC-0012-2024)(Ward 2)


    GC-0097-2024

    That the following items were approved on consent at the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting held February 13, 2024:

    • Item 9.3 - Request to Demolish a Heritage Listed Property at 954 Tennyson Avenue (Ward 2)
    • Item 9.5 - Request to Demolish a portion of a Heritage Listed Property at 445 Hazelhurst Road (Ward 2)
    • Item 9.6 - Meadowvale Village Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee Report 1 - 2024 - January 9, 2024 (Ward 11)
    • Item 10.2 - Addition Adjacent to the Heritage Designated Property at 1362 Mississauga Road (Ward 2)

    (HAC-0013-2024)


    GC-0098-2024

    That the Corporate Report dated January 17, 2024 from the Commissioner of Community Services, entitled “Proposed Heritage Designation of 1 Godfrey’s Lane (Ward 1)" be deferred for 60 days and that the matter be returned to the Heritage Advisory Committee if a development application is received for the property as per Section 29 (1.2) 2 of the Ontario Heritage Act prior to the 60 day deferral period.

    (HAC-0014-2024)

    (Ward 1)


    GC-0099-2024

    That the Corporate Report dated January 17, 2024 from the Commissioner of Community Services, entitled “Proposed Heritage Designation of 972 Clarkson Road South (Ward 2)" be deferred for 60 days and that the matter be returned to the Heritage Advisory Committee if a development application is received for the property as per Section 29 (1.2) 2 of the Ontario Heritage Act prior to the 60 day deferral period.

    (HAC-0015-2024)

    (Ward 2)


    GC-0100-2024

    That the request to demolish the property listed on the City of Mississauga’s Heritage Registry located at 954 Tennyson Avenue (Ward 2), as outlined in the Corporate Report dated January 3, 2024 from the Commissioner of Community Services, be approved.

    (HAC-0016-2024)

    (Ward 2)

    GC-0101-2024

    That the request to demolish the heritage listed property at 893 Longfellow Avenue (Ward 2) as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated December 20, 2023, be approved.

    (HAC-0017-2024)

    (Ward 2)


    GC-0102-2024

    That the request to demolish a portion of the property at 445 Hazelhurst Road (Ward 2) as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated January 15, 2024, be approved.

    (HAC-0018-2024)

    (Ward 2)


    GC-0103-2024

    That the memorandum from John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage and
    Museums, entitled “Request to Alter a Heritage Designated Property at 1050 Old Derry Road (Ward 11),” dated November 27, 2023, be approved with the following conditions:

    1. That the proposed picture window be revised to a three panel window, similar in form to the three panel window on the original western portion of the house, with an overall size of 6' (width) and 5" (height);
    2. That the use of brick salvaged from the removal of the rear wall be used on the western exterior side of the addition, and;
    3. That the prioritization of the matching brick exterior extend to the east and south walls of the addition and that if no matching brick can be sourced another sympathetic material be used as approved by staff.

    (HAC-0019-2024)

    (MVHCD-0001-2024)

    (Ward 11)


    GC-0104-2024

    That the memorandum from John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage & Museums dated November 29, 2023, entitled “Traffic Calming Measures – Old Derry Road (Ward 11)”, be approved as the proposed project does not significantly alter the character of the village.

    (HAC-0020-2024)

    (MVHCD-0002-2024)

    (Ward 11)


    GC-0105-2024

    That the Memorandum dated December 20, 2023 from John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage and Museums entitled “Alteration of Property Adjacent to a Heritage Listed Property at 800 Lakefront Promenade (Ward 1)”, be received for information.

    (HAC-0021-2024)

    (Ward 1)


    GC-0106-2024

    That the Memorandum dated December 20, 2023 from John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage and Museums entitled “Addition Adjacent to the Heritage Designated Property at 1362 Mississauga Road South (Ward 2)”, be received for information.

    (HAC-0022-2024)

    (Ward 2)


    GC-0107-2024

    That the deputation and associated presentation from Catherine Parsons, Planner, Planning Innovation regarding the Housing Accelerator Fund, be received.

    (MCAC-0011-2024)


    GC-0108-2024

    That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee 2024 Action Item List, be approved.

    (MCAC-0012-2024)


    GC-0109-2024

    That the Mississauga Cycling Communications and Promotions Subcommittee Update from Juelene Stennett, Citizen Member, on February 13, 2024, be received for information.

    (MCAC-0013-2024)


    GC-0110-2024

    That Barbara Leskovec, Citizen Member be added as a member of the Mississauga Cycling Communications and Promotions Subcommittee for the term ending November 2026.

    (MCAC-0014-2024)


    GC-0111-2024

    That the 2023 Phil Green Award nominee as of January 18, 2024, be approved unless

    additional nominees are received by January 19, 2024.

    (MCAC-0015-2024)

    (MCCPS 0001-2024)


    GC-0112-2024

    That the Mississauga Cycling Communications and Promotions Subcommittee change structure

    of the subcommittee towards a working group model for future meetings.

    (MCAC-0016-2024)

    (MCCPS 0002-2024)

     

    GC-0113-2024

    That a portion of the Mississauga Cycling Communications and Promotions Subcommittee meeting held on January 29, 2024 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: 2023 Phil Green Award

    (MCAC-0017-2024)

    (MCCPS 0003-2024)


    GC-0114-2024

    That the verbal discussion in closed session regarding the 2023 Phil Green Award, be received.

    (MCAC-0018-2024)

    (MCCPS 0004-2024)


    GC-0115-2024

    That the Mississauga Cycling Network and Technical Subcommittee Verbal Update from Mark Currie, Citizen Member, on February 13, 2024, be received for information.

    (MCAC-0019-2024)


    GC-0116-2024

    That up to $1,550.00 plus HST from the 2024 Council and Committees Support Budget be spent towards the exhibitor space costs for the 2024 Toronto Bicycle Show and E-Bike Expo held March 8 – 10, 2024, as outlined in the memorandum dated February 7, 2024 from Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation entitled “2024 Toronto Bicycle Show and E-Bike Expo”

    (MCAC-0020-2024)

    GC-0117-2024

    That a portion of the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee meeting held on February 13, 2024 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: 2023 Phil Green Award (MCAC-0021-2024)


    GC-0118-2024

    1. That Kevin Saldanha, Resident be the 2023 recipient of the Phil Green Award.
    2. That up to $300.00 from the 2024 Council and Committees Support Budget be spent towards a gift and plaque for the 2023 Phil Green Award recipient, to be presented at the next appropriate Council meeting.

    (MCAC-0022-2024)

    GC-0119-2024

    1. That a By-law be enacted to authorize the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the City Clerk, to execute an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, including all ancillary documents and any subsequent amending agreements, between The Corporation of the City of Mississauga, as Vendor, and 2862505 Ontario Limited (the “Purchaser”), as Purchaser, for the sale of the lands legally described as Part of Lane, Registered Plan TOR-4 designated as Part 1 on Plan 43R-40552 and being part of PIN 13273-1125 (LT), comprising an area of 151.6 square metres (1,631.8 square feet) (the “City Lands”), on the terms detailed in this report and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor or her designate.
    2. That all steps necessary to comply with Section 2(3) of the City Notice by-law 215-08, as amended, be taken, including giving notice to the public by posting a notice on the City of Mississauga’s website for a two week period, where the expiry of the two week period will be at least one week prior to the execution of an agreement of purchase and sale for the subject lands.
    3. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0034-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    That the letter dated February 21, 2024 from Councillor Parrish regarding her resignation as Ward 5 Councillor be received. 

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0035-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    That the letter dated February 22, 2024 from the Chief Commissioner of the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) regarding Canadian Organisation for Hindu Heritage Education misrepresentation of the caste-based OHRC policy position on discrimination be received. 

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

Councillor Parrish spoke to the event.

  • RESOLUTION0038-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    WHEREAS Swapnil Gupta, (Director, Dreamsz Kreation) are hosting a public event called Sitaare Zameen Par - a Bollywood Theme Party on April, 6th, 2024, at Chef Kausar's Autaq Banquet Hall, (5835 Kennedy Rd, ON L4Z 2G3) in Mississauga;

    AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages;

    AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance of between 200 people;

    NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems the; Sitaare Zameen Par - a Bollywood Theme Party on April, 6th, 2024, at Chef Kausar's Autaq Banquet Hall as one of municipal significance for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit (SOP); subject to all necessary permits and approvals being obtained and compliance with all City of Mississauga by-laws.

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

Councillors Kovac and Damerla spoke to the subject matter.

  • RESOLUTION0039-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    Seconded ByCouncillor J. Horneck

    WHEREAS the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) estimates that Canada will need an additional 3.5 million housing units by 2030, including 1.5 million in Ontario;

    AND WHEREAS the recent decision by the federal government to remove Goods and Services Tax (GST) on new purpose-built rental housing will incentivize construction of much needed rental homes in Mississauga and across the country;

    AND WHEREAS high interest rates, construction costs and skilled labour supply shortages continue to impede housing starts and affordability;

    AND WHEREAS several federal government policies, including low interest CMHC financing programs aim to address challenges in the housing sector;

    AND WHEREAS housing security, affordability and supply are the top issues consistently ranked by Canadians in public opinion surveys in recent years;

    AND WHEREAS the federal government is contemplating implementation of excessive interest and financing expenses limitations (EIFEL) rules in line with its OECD counterpart countries as part of its 2024 budget to avoid tax base erosion;

    AND WHEREAS certain Canadian companies and trusts with foreign activities or ownership may be negatively impacted by this proposed framework due to a reduction in allowable tax deductions;

    AND WHEREAS proposed rules will create additional barriers to increasing housing supply and may drive up the cost of new homes and infrastructure;

    AND WHEREAS other OECD countries including the United States have introduced exemptions for the real estate sector within their EIFEL rules to avoid unintended consequences on housing starts;

    AND WHEREAS the National Housing Supply Coalition is a consortium of Canadian companies, including several companies with projects and development sites in Mississauga that are working to raise awareness of the intended consequences of EIFEL on Canadian housing starts;

    AND WHEREAS several municipal housing and provincial leaders have raised similar concerns, most recently including the Hon. Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing for British Columbia.

     

     

    NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

    1. That the City of Mississauga write to the Federal Minister of Finance, reaffirming Council’s view that only when all government policies work in tandem to meet the demand for housing needs in Canada, will our housing crisis be resolved; AND
    2. That any tax policy changes must be re-examined through the lens of housing supply needs and affordability; AND
    3. That the City of Mississauga urge the federal government to work with appropriate stakeholders to ensure unintended consequences of EIFEL’s legislation are mitigated through additional measures in such a way that they do not compromise the ability of Canadian developers and builders to deliver the greatest number of homes in Canada as possible.
    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

16.

 
  • RESOLUTION0041-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden
    Seconded ByCouncillor M. Reid

    WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (the "Act"), requires Council to pass a resolution prior to closing part of a meeting to the public;

    AND WHEREAS the Act requires that the resolution 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 Council meeting held on February 28, 2024 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters:

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

    21.1     Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Appeal of the Decision of the Committee of Adjustment with respect to File No. A491/23, 3980 McDowell Drive, Mohammed Ali Kulaib Ahmed (Ward 10)

    21.2     Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by The Elia Corporation with respect to the lands located at 4615 Hurontario Street, 25, 35, 55, 105 and 110 Elia Avenue and 136 Eglinton Avenue East, (Ward 4)

    21.3     Labour relations or employee negotiations: Ratification of the Memorandum of Settlement reached between the City of Mississauga and the International Association Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge No. 78             

    21.4     Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: PDP Review of the Leadership Team and City Manager

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

Acting Mayor Councillor Horneck spoke to an Audit Committee report and concerns raised from the Transitional Board. Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO noted that comments were provided to Members of Council who sit on Audit Committee.

Councillor Butt enquired about a press release from the Peel Regional Police regarding concerns of an individual being released into the community and if there is any role the City of Mississauga can play regarding the individual being released into the community. Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor advised that this matter is not in the municipality’s jurisdiction.

Councillor Dasko spoke to community boulevard gardens and direction was given to staff to make the gardens a teachable moment and add signs with a QR code to explain the gardens.

Councillor Fonseca spoke to the success of a Virtual Official Plan Review meeting and enquired about the questions that were not answered and if Members of Council could be sent the answers and noted that registration is not required for another upcoming Official Plan Review meeting. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building noted that staff will send the answers to Members of Council and spoke to the registration for the upcoming Official Plan Review meeting. 

Councillor Damerla spoke to a meeting regarding traffic calming and that the survey results would be coming in the future.

Councillor McFadden enquired about the current councillor candidates running for Mayor and using City resources. Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services spoke to the Use of City Resources During an Election Campaign Policy and to campaign signs.

Councillor Horneck spoke to the City of Toronto and rent evictions. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building responded and noted that staff have reviewed and will take the matter back to the Housing Panel for a fulsome review. Councillor Damerla spoke to the City of Brampton converting second units legally.

Councillor Parrish spoke to mobile campaign road signs and suspending paid online advertising. Ms. Rusnov responded. Councillor Damerla spoke to the need for mobile road signs.

  • RESOLUTION0040-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor M. Mahoney

    That the Use of City Resources During an Election Campaign Policy be amended to state that any signs for "Ward - Specific Business" do not include the name or image of the councillor who is running in the Mayoral by-election. 

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    Carried (11 to 0)

Members of Council announced various recognition days, Ward and Citywide events.

Acting Mayor Councillor Horneck provided an overview of the Ontario's Big City Mayors (OBCM) meeting.

Council went into Closed Session at 12:04PM and returned at 2:58PM. Councillors Parrish, and McFadden left at 2:55PM.

21.1
Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board:

 

Appeal of the Decision of the Committee of Adjustment with respect to File No. A491/23, 3980 McDowell Drive, Mohammed Ali Kulaib Ahmed (Ward 10)

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor spoke to the subject matter and answered questions from Members of Council. 

  • RESOLUTION0042-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor B. Butt
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That Legal Services be instructed to OPPOSE the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File No. A491/23 - 3980 McDowell Drive - Mohammed Ali Kulaib Ahmed - Ward 10) and to attend before the Ontario Land Tribunal along with any necessary staff and/or consultants to represent the City of Mississauga.

    YES (8)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (3)Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor C. Parrish, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (8 to 0)

21.2
Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: 

 

Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by The Elia Corporation with respect to the lands located at 4615 Hurontario Street, 25, 35, 55, 105 and 110 Elia Avenue and 136 Eglinton Avenue East, (Ward 4)

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor spoke to the subject matter and answered questions from Members of Council. 

  • RESOLUTION0043-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor D. Damerla
    Seconded ByCouncillor A. Tedjo
    1. That Council consent to the proposed settlement of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeals pertaining to 4615 Hurontario Street, 25, 35, 55, 105 and 110 Elia Avenue and 136 Eglinton Avenue East, consistent with the terms outlined in Appendix 1 to the Corporate Report from the City Solicitor titled “Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by The Elia Corporation with respect to the lands located at 4615 Hurontario Street, 25, 35, 55, 105 and 110 Elia Avenue and 136 Eglinton Avenue East, (Ward 4)”.

       

    2. That the City Solicitor, or her designate, be authorized to execute Minutes of Settlement and take such additional steps as may be required to complete and implement the proposed settlement of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeals relating to 4615 Hurontario Street, 25, 35, 55, 105 and 110 Elia Avenue and 136 Eglinton Avenue East with the assistance of such City staff or consultants as may be appropriate.

       

    3. That the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk be authorized to execute any documents which may be required to complete and implement the settlement, other than Minutes of Settlement.
    YES (8)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSTAIN (1)Councillor J. Kovac
    ABSENT (2)Councillor C. Parrish, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (8 to 0)

21.3
Labour relations or employee negotiations: Ratification of the Memorandum of Settlement reached between the City of Mississauga and the International Association Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge No. 78

 

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO spoke to the subject matter.

  • RESOLUTION0044-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko
    Seconded ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    1. That the Memorandum of Settlement reached between the City of Mississauga and the International Association Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge No. 78, dated February 9, 2024 be approved.
    2. That the By-law attached as Appendix 2 to the report titled “Ratification of the Memorandum of Settlement reached between the City of Mississauga and the International Association Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge No. 78 be enacted.

       

    YES (7)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (4)Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (7 to 0)

21.4
Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: PDP Review of the Leadership Team and City Manager

 

Members of Council provided comments on the performance of the Commissioners and City Manager for the 2023 year end.

  • RESOLUTION0045-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor M. Mahoney
    Seconded ByCouncillor M. Reid

    That the closed session PDP Review of the Leadership Team and City Manager be received.

    YES (8)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (3)Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (8 to 0)

A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting held on February 28, 2024 which includes: recommendations, any reports of committees and of local boards, each motion and resolution passed and other actions taken by the Council. 

0031-2024