Council

Meeting #:
Date:	Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Time:	9:30 A.m. - 2:30 P.m.
Location:	Online Video Conference

Members

• Mayor Bonnie Crombie
• Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
• Councillor Karen Ras, Ward 2
• 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, Legal Services
Diana Rusnov Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk
Sacha Smith Manager of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk
Krystal Christopher, Legislative Coordinator, Legislative Services Division

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Crombie called the meeting to order at 9:33 AM

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND STATEMENT

Mayor Crombie recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Mayor Crombie spoke to moving the Closed Session (Item 6) to the end of the meeting.

Verbal Motion

Moved By Councillor K. Ras
Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

That the agenda for the July 22, 2020 Council meeting be approved.

Carried

4.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

4.1

Planning and Development Committee Report 6 - 2020

Councillor S. McFadden declared a perceived conflict of interest with item 13.1 as her son is employed by Mattamy Homes.

5.

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING - Nil.

6.

CLOSED SESSION

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

6.1

Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Warranty Claim regarding Bus Fire Losses – Potential Litigation

No discussion took place on this item.

The following resolution was voted on in Opened Session. 

• RESOLUTION 0265-2020
  Moved By Councillor G. Carlson
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  1. That the City Solicitor be authorized to settle the City’s warranty claim with respect to bus fire losses on October 15, 2018 and January 22, 2019 on the terms set out in the report entitled “Warranty Claim re Bus Fire Losses – Potential Litigation”.

  2. That the City Solicitor or delegate be authorized to execute a full and final release in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

  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)

6.2

A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board: LED Streetlight System Update

No discussion took place on this item.

The following resolution was voted on in Opened Session. 

• RESOLUTION 0266-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That a new capital project PN 20183,Streetlighting System Remediation be created with a gross and net budget of $3,373,000 and that funding be allocated from Capital Reserve Fund, Account 33121. The net funding impact is $2,146,189 due to Streetlighting projects returning $1,226,811 through 2020 Mid-Year WIP.

      

  2. That Council approve the addition of five full-time contract positions for an 18 month term to be funded from the Streetlighting System Remediation Project (PN 20183) to address the operations and functional deficiencies in the Streetlighting System.

      

  3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to negotiate and enter into agreements or amending agreements with Alectra Power Services Inc., Conxcorp Ltd. and DimONOFF Inc. for the Streetlighting System Remediation Project, including all necessary documents ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

      

  4. That all necessary by-laws be enacted by Council.

      

  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)

6.3

The security of the property of the municipality or local board: Transactions and Revenue Processed at Cashiers in 2019

No discussion took place on this item.

The following resolution was voted on in Opened Session. 

• RESOLUTION 0267-2020
  Moved By Councillor R. Starr
  Seconded By Councillor J. Kovac

  That the Memorandum dated July 7, 2020 entitled “Transactions and Revenue Processed at Cashiers in 2019” from the Director, Revenue and Materiel Management, be received.

  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)

7.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil.

8.

DEPUTATIONS

8.1

Carina Suleiman and Shazerah Qureshi, Environmental Action Committee Student Representatives to present on the progress of the 2018-2022 Environmental Action Committee's Work Plan.

Carina Suleiman and Shazerah Qureshi, Environmental Action Committee Student Representatives provided an overview of the Environmental Action Committee work plan and spoke to climate change, volunteering, supporting the City's  initiatives and advancing work plan priorities.

Councillor Mahoney spoke to committee engagement and thanked members for involvement. 

8.2

Lisa Abbott, Manager, Museum's and SAIB, to speak regarding the re-opening plan for Museums of Mississauga and SAIB, including a preview of the exhibition WAR Flowers: A Touring Art Exhibition opening on September 17, 2020 at the Living Arts Centre.

Lisa Abbott, Manager, Museums and SAIB, provided an overview of the plan for Museums of Mississauga and SAID re-opening and spoke to the War Flowers Art Exhibition.

8.3

Shari Lichterman, Commissioner Community Services to speak regarding the  Community Pillar Recovery Plan

Item 10.1 was addressed at this time.

Shari Lichterman, Commissioner Community Services, provided an overview of the report and spoke to the following: 

• Response to date’ key activities 
• Key strategic plan
• Utilizing policy tools to mitigate impact;
• Staying connected and communicating to community; 
• Virtual programming; 
• Restoring services;
• Next steps in community pillar recovery plan
• Consult, communicate and follow up with groups and stakeholders

Members of Council engaged in a discussion and raised questions regarding public consultation, event insurance, community engagement, outdoor pools and community centre re-opening.

In response, Ms. Lichterman, spoke to ongoing public consultation with stakeholders; environmental team leading tree planting and community clean up; impact of current restrictions on outdoor pool availability; re-opening of community centres and day camps.

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor, spoke to events and organizations requiring insurance in order for permits to be issued by the City.

8.4

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner Planning and Building to speak regarding the Economic Recovery Framework

Item 10.2 was addressed at this time

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner Planning and Building, provided an overview of the report and spoke to the phases for recovery, guiding principles and recovery goals and tactics .

8.5

Mickey Frost, Director, Works Operation and Maintenance, to speak regarding the 2021-2029 Winter Maintenance Contract 

Item 12.1 and Item 12.2. was addressed at this time. 

Mickey Frost, Director, Works Operation and Maintenance, provided an overview of the report and highlighted the following:

• Timing of pronouncement
• Contract extension
• Changes to equipment
• Service levels 
• Program optimization
• Route planning 
• Staff management practices 
• Priority sidewalks 
• Windrow cleaning
• Financial Impacts
• Recommendation and directions

Members of Council engaged in a discussion and raised questions regarding priority sidewalks and bus stops; windrow clearing; active transportation routes; equipment; and funding.

In response, Scott Holmes, Manager, Operations and Maintenance, spoke to replacing equipment, extending the existing windrow program, equipment size and capabilities, and direction received to staff. 

Geoff Wright, Commissioner Transportation and Works, spoke to bringing back report on windrows, cycling infrastructure and priority sidewalks. 

9.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit

Inquiry Received from Vena Voutisis and Athena Tagidou

Vena Voutisis, resident, spoke in support of the traffic signal installation at Bloor Street and Rymal Road (Item 12.4.) and raised concerns with the current traffic conditions. Ms. Voutisis inquired about the installation date.

Athena Tagidou, resident, spoke to traffic safety concerns at Tomken Road and Flagship Drive and inquired regarding the projected installation date for the left-turn signalization at the intersection.

In response, Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works, spoke to the upgrading and installation of traffic signals, the installation being in the Fall and notifying the Councillor's office if the date changes. Mr. Wright spoke to upgrading the current traffic signal at Flagship Drive and Tomken Road and noted that due to the impacts of the pandemic, the left-turn phase signal analysis review at that area was placed on hold due to reduced traffic volumes. 

Councillor Fonseca spoke to the traffic signal modernization and installation and raised concerns with lack of communication and proper consultation. 

Councillor Saito spoke to a pedestrian signal at Battleford Road and raised concerns regarding the lack of communication.

Members of Council agreed to amend the motion to include the installation of a left turn signal at Tomken Road and Flagship Drive and that the program be approved with the exception of Location 3 on Battleford Road.

Inquiry Received from Rahul Mehta

Diana Rusnov, Director Legislative Services and City Clerk, spoke to an inquiry received from Rahul Mehta, resident, regarding the consideration of expanding cycling cross rides at intersections (Item 12.4.), inclusion of bike lanes in the winter maintenance budget (Item 12.1.)  and the replacement of parking lanes with cycle tracks on the Exchange (Item 12.9.)

In response, Mr. Wright spoke to the active transportation program, alignment and coordination of traffic and bike signals, the continuation of the Exchange to support pedestrians in the area of City Centre Drive to Webb Drive and the cycle track program on Webb Drive.

Inquiry Received from Chris Mackie

Ms. Rusnov, spoke to an inquiry received from Chris Mackie, resident, regarding the Region's role in the Hurontario Light Rail Project (Item 12.3.), operating costs and the difference between a construction zone and a work zone.

In response, Mr. Wright noted that the Region is a key stakeholder in the project noting that regional staffare actively involved in the process. Mr. Wright spoke to the province providing the infrastructure funding, operation and daily maintenance, the implementation agreement with Metrolinx and the attributes of a work zone and construction zone. 

10.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO COVID-19

10.1

Community Pillar Recovery Plan

Addressed with item 8.3.

• RESOLUTION 0245-2020
  Moved By Councillor C. Fonseca
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  That the report entitled ‘Community Pillar Recovery Plan’ dated June 30, 2020 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)

10.2

COVID19: Economic Recovery Framework

Addressed with item 8.4.

• RESOLUTION 0246-2020
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the report entitled “Economic Recovery Framework” dated June 22, 2020 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building 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)

10.3

Community Recognition – Recommendation for Restarting the Program

• RESOLUTION 0250-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That Council receive the report entitled Community Recognition – Recommendation for Restarting the Program.
  2. That Council approve lifting the suspension of the Community Recognition Program in order to begin receiving community requests on August 1, 2020.
  3. That Council support the option of keeping the clock tower lighting yellow on days that do not have Community Recognition lighting booked once the program resumes.

      

  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.

CONSENT AGENDA

Council took a recess at 1:12 PM

Council resumed the meeting at 1:20 PM

• RESOLUTION 0251-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko

  That the following matters be approved under"the Consent Agenda, as listed on the July 22, 2020 Council agenda: ·

  12.3 Hurontario Light Trail Transit Project Update
  12.6 Cost Sharing Agreement - Rhonda Valley and Acala Crescent Storm
  Sewer Replacement (Ward 4)
  12.7 Single Source Contract Extension for Bridge Management System
  and Biennial Inspections PRC001936, Contract No. 46000014279 - All
  Wards
  12.8 Transfer of Section 37 Funds -:- Spray Pad Garnetwood Park
  12.11 National Rowing Federation of Canada and the Federation
  Internationale des Societes D'Aviron Event and Rights Agreement
  12.12 Authority to Waive the City's Right to a Hearing of Necessity in
  Connection with Metrolinx's Expropriation of City Interests in Land for the
  Purpose of the Eglinton Crosstown .West Extension Project (Ward 5)
  16.1 - 16.5 - Correspondence
  17.3 Notice of Motion
  19.1 -19.7 - Bylaws

  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)

12.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF CORPORATE REPORTS

12.1

2021 through 2029 Winter Maintenance Contract

Addressed with item 8.5.

• RESOLUTION 0247-2020
  Moved By Councillor R. Starr
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish
  1. That the Purchasing Agent award contracts to the recommended bidders pursuant to Procurement No. PRC002049, in accordance with the Purchasing By-law #374-2006, for the base contract, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works dated May 28, 2020 and entitled “2021 through 2029 Winter Maintenance Contract”, and that all necessary by-laws be enacted.

      

  2. That Budget Committee provide direction on the new Winter Maintenance Contract related to the continuation of improved service levels for pedestrian accessibility at bus stops and priority sidewalks, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works dated May 28, 2020 and entitled “2021 through 2029 Winter Maintenance Contract”.

      

  3. That Budget Committee not implement increased service levels for residential sidewalk winter maintenance and/or residential driveway windrow clearing, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works dated May 28, 2020 and entitled “2021 through 2029 Winter Maintenance Contract”.

  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)

12.2

Additional Information – 2021 to 2029 Winter Maintenance Contract

Addressed with item 8.5.

• RESOLUTION 0248-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor J. Kovac

  That the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated June 26, 2020 and entitled “Additional Information – 2021 to 2029 Winter Maintenance Contract” 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)

12.3

Hurontario Light Trail Transit Project Update (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0252-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko

  That the report titled “Hurontario Light Rail Transit Project Update” dated July 8, 2020 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be received.

  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)

12.4

2020 Traffic Signal Installation and Modernization Program

• RESOLUTION 0249-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor J. Kovac
  1. That the 2020 Traffic Signal Installation and Modernization Program as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated May 20, 2020 and entitled “2020 Traffic Signal Installation and Modernization Program”, be approved, with the exception of Location 3, 2840
     Battleford Road (mid-block), which will be reported on in August.
     2. That the left turn signaliztion for the intersection of Tomken Road and Flagship Drive be installed as soon as possible.

  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)

12.5

Cashiers Services – Elimination of Cash Transactions

Councillor Ras raised a question regarding the demographic of people using cash payments.

In response, Connie Mesih, Director Revenue and Materiel Management, spoke to seniors being the demographic using cash payments, payments at financial institution and communication to the public.

• RESOLUTION 0260-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor C. Fonseca

  That the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated June 24, 2020 entitled “Cashiers Services – Elimination of Cash Transactions” 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)

12.6

Cost Sharing Agreement – Rhonda Valley and Acala Crescent Storm Sewer Replacement (Ward 4) (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0253-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko

  That a by-law be enacted to authorise the Commissioner of Transportation and Works to execute a cost sharing agreement between the Corporation of the City of Mississauga and the Regional Municipality of Peel for the Rhonda Valley and Acala Crescent Storm Sewer Replacement works, including any amending agreements and ancillary documents, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.

  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)

12.7

Single Source Contract Extension for Bridge Management System and Biennial Inspections PRC001936, Contract No. 46000014279 - All Wards (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0254-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That the report titled “Single Source Contract Extension for Bridge Management System and Biennial Inspections PRC001936, Contract No. 46000014279 – All Wards” dated June 24, 2020, from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be received; and

      

  2. That Contract No. PRC001936 (original FA.578-12) with Engineering Management Systems Inc. ending August 31, 2022 be extended for a five-year period ending August 31, 2027 for services related to the Bridge Management System and biennial inspections of the City’s bridges and large culverts.

  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)

12.8

Transfer of Section 37 Funds – Spray Pad Garnetwood Park (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0255-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That a new capital project PN 20-352 Spray Pad - Garnetwood Park (P-135) be created with a gross and net budget of $544,124 and that funding be allocated from the Section 37 reserve fund Account #35220
  2. That funding of $544,124 be transferred from the Section 37 reserve fund account #35220 to PN 20-352.
  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)

12.9

The Exchange from City Centre Drive to Webb Drive – Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Wards 4, 7) 

Item 12.10. was addressed at this time.

Councillor Kovac raised a question regarding an environmental assessment, cycling safety, public information process, bicycle lanes and whether it could be accommodated with parking spaces. Councillor Kovac and Councillor Damerla spoke in support of the report. 

In response, Geoff Wright, Commissioner Transportation and Works, provided an overview of the report and spoke to the visual representation of the Exchange that is being proposed, cycling track design, bicycle lanes, pedestrians in the area and the involvement of planning staff. 

Lin Rogers, Manager, Transportation Projects, spoke to the review of the cross section of the exchange, environmental assessment, pedestrian corridor, cycling infrastructure for crossing, balancing different modes of transportation and parking spaces for commercial use.

Helen Noehammer, Director, Infrastructure Planning and Engineering Services, spoke to the time sensitivity of the environmental assessment and an application to secure right of way in the process. 

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Building, spoke in support of the report noting the plan is aligned with MOPA 8.

• RESOLUTION 0261-2020
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor D. Damerla

  That the report titled The Exchange from City Centre Drive to Webb Drive – Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Wards 4, 7) dated July 7, 2020 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be received;

  That the draft Project File Report and the preferred solution for The Exchange Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (City Centre Drive to Webb Drive), dated July 2020 be endorsed by Council;

  That staff be directed to publish the “Notice of Study Completion” for the study in the local newspaper and to place the Project File Report on the public record for a 45-day review period in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process; and

  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)

12.10

Webb Drive from Duke of York Boulevard to Kariya Drive – Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Ward 7) 

Addressed with item 12.9. 

• RESOLUTION 0262-2020
  Moved By Councillor D. Damerla
  Seconded By Councillor J. Kovac

  That the report titled Webb Drive from Duke of York Boulevard to Kariya Drive – Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Ward 7) dated July 8, 2020 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be received;

  That the draft Project File Report and the preferred solution for the Webb Drive Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study (Duke of York Boulevard to Kariya Drive), dated June 2020 be endorsed by Council;

  That staff be directed to publish the “Notice of Study Completion” for the study in the local newspaper and to place the Project File Report on the public record for a 45-day review period in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process; and

  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)

12.11

National Rowing Federation of Canada and the Federation Internationale des Societes D’Aviron Event and Rights Agreement (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0256-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That the Commissioner of Community Services and the City Clerk be authorized, on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga, to enter into an Event and Rights Agreement with the National Rowing Federation of Canada and the Federation Internationale des Societes D’Aviron (FISA) for hosting the 2023 World Rowing Indoor Championships, and ancillary agreements related thereto, in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

      

  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)

12.12

Authority to Waive the City’s Right to a Hearing of Necessity in Connection with Metrolinx’s Expropriation of City Interests in Land for the Purpose of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension Project (Ward 5) (CONSENT) 

• RESOLUTION 0257-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko
  1. That the Corporate Report titled “Authority to Waive the City’s Right to a Hearing of Necessity in Connection with Metrolinx’s Expropriation of City Interests in Land for the Purpose of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension Project (Ward 5)” dated July 16, 2020 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, be received.
  2. That the Legal Services Section of the City Manager’s Office be given authority to waive the City’s right to a Hearing of Necessity as provided pursuant to Section 6 (2) of the Expropriations Act, RSO.

      

  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)

13.

PRESENTATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

13.1

Planning and Development Committee Report 6 - 2020

• Councillor S. McFadden declared a conflict on this item. (Councillor S. McFadden declared a perceived conflict of interest with item 13.1 as her son is employed by Mattamy Homes.)

Councillor Fonseca left the meeting at 1:48 PM

Councillor Fonseca returned to the meeting at 1:49 PM

• RESOLUTION
  Moved By Councillor M. Mahoney
  Seconded By Councillor K. Ras

  PDC-0021-2020

  1. That the applications under File OZ 16/008 W7, Mississauga I GP Inc., 86-90 Dundas Street East to amend Mississauga Official Plan to Residential High Density and Greenlands; to change the zoning to H-RA4-Exception (Apartments) and G1 (Greenlands) to permit a 16 storey residential condominium apartment with ground floor commercial uses in conformity with the provisions outlined in Appendix 2, be approved subject to the conditions referenced in the staff report dated June 19, 2020 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building.
  2. That the applicant agree to satisfy all the requirements of the City and any other external agency concerned with the development.
  3. That the decision of Council for approval of the rezoning application be considered null and void, and a new development application be required unless a zoning by-law is passed within 18 months of the Council decision.
  4. That the "H" holding symbol is to be removed from the RA4-Exception (Apartments) zoning applicable to the subject lands, by further amendment upon confirmation from applicable agencies and City Departments that matters as outlined in the report dated June 19, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building have been satisfactorily addressed.
  5. Notwithstanding subsection 45.1.3 of the Planning Act, subsequent to Council approval of the development application, the applicant can apply for a minor variance application, provided that the height shall not increase.

      

  PDC-0022-2020

  That the report dated June 19, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the applications by Mattamy (5150 Ninth Line) Limited to permit 119 townhomes (15 dual frontage townhomes, 63 condominium townhomes, 17 street townhomes and 24 back to back townhomes) on private condominium roads and a new public road from Ninth Line, under Files OZ 19/018 W10 and T-M19006 W10, 5150 Ninth Line, be received for information.

  YES (11)

  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, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (11 to 0)

14.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

15.

PETITIONS

16.

CORRESPONDENCE

16.1

Letter dated July 8, 2020 from the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act, 2020.

16.2

Letter dated July 17, 2020, from David Wojcik, President and CEO, Mississauga Board of Trade, regarding the COVID19 Economic Recovery Framework

Item 10.2.

16.3

Correspondence dated July 20, 2020, from Lauren Burkhardt, resident, regarding the planning and implementation of the accelerated bike infrastructure  

16.4

Correspondence dated July 20, 2020 from Rahul Mehta, resident, regarding Maintenance Contract, Traffic Signal Installation and Modernization Program, the Exchange from City Centre Dr to Webb Dr and  Webb Dr from Duke of York Blvd to Kariya Dr

Item 12.1. / Item 12.4./ Item 12.9. / Item 12.10

16.5

Correspondence date July 20, 2020 from Chris Mackie, resident, regarding  the Hurontario Light Rail Transit Project Update

Item 12.3.

17.

NOTICE OF MOTION

17.1

To express sincere condolences to the family of Ignat Kaneff, who passed away on July 12, 2020; and to direct staff to develop a list of potential naming opportunities to honour Ignat Kaneff.  (Mayor Crombie)

• RESOLUTION 0259-2020
  Moved By Mayor Crombie
  Seconded By Councillor R. Starr

  WHEREAS Ignat “Iggy” Kaneff arrived in Canada in 1951 and subsequently built an incredibly successful real estate and construction business, employing thousands of people and building many commercial and residential units across Canada;

  AND WHEREAS Ignat was a generous philanthropist, creating the I. Kaneff Charitable Foundation and raising millions of dollars for Community Living Mississauga, the Credit Valley Hospital Foundation, the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra the University of Toronto in Mississauga, the Osgoode Law School building campaign, and the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University campaign, among many others;

  AND WHEREAS Ignat has been honoured many times, including being named to Bulgarian Order “Stara Planina First Degree” in 2002; awarded the Order of Ontario in 2010 and the Order of Canada in 2016; conferred an honourary Doctor of Laws by the University of Toronto, York University, and the University of Ruse in Bulgaria; named a Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow; selected as the City of Mississauga’s Citizen of the Year in 1992; awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal; and awarded the Mississauga Heritage Lifetime Achievement Award and the Community Living Mississauga Lifetime Achievement Tribute.

  AND WHEREAS Ignat was a city-builder in our City, forever changing the face of Mississauga and leaving an indelible mark on our urban development and built form;

  AND WHEREAS Ignat’s story demonstrates that no matter where you come from, through hard work, dedication, and a strong community spirit, everyone can succeed in Mississauga and in Canada;

  AND WHEREAS Ignat Kaneff passed away on July 12, 2020 at the age of 93;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Mississauga expresses its sincere condolences to the Kaneff family, and in particular his wife Dimitrina “Didi,” Kaneff, and his two daughters Anna-Maria and Kristina Kaneff; and

  THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council direct staff to develop a list of potential naming opportunities to honour Ignat Kaneff.

  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)

17.2

To call on the Federal government to create a national urban cycling infrastructure fund as part of a COVID-19 economic stimulus package (Councillor Fonseca, Ward 3)

Councillor Fonseca briefly spoke to the reason for the motion noting she will advocate motion at FCM (Federation of Canadian Municipalities).

• RESOLUTION 0263-2020
  Moved By Councillor C. Fonseca
  Seconded By Councillor K. Ras

  WHEREAS Mississauga Council approved the City’s Cycling Master Plan in July 2018;

  AND WHEREAS the Cycling Master Plan envisions a safe, connected, convenient and comfortable bicycle network to be built out over a 27 year time frame;

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga has adopted Vision Zero, and has established a Vision Zero framework through its Transportation Master Plan;

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga approved the Climate Change Action Plan in December 2019, which identifies low emissions mobility (e.g., cycling) as a key pathway to reducing greenhouse gas emissions 80% by 2050

  AND WHEREAS the City has made significant progress in adding new links and connections to the cycling network in the past year, by constructing 15 kilometres of new infrastructure in 2019;
  AND WHEREAS the total estimated value of the ultimate cycling network identified in the Cycling Master Plan is $267 Million, and funding through an economic stimulus package would accelerate the City’s implementation;

  AND WHEREAS in response to the COVID-19 crisis, the City installed temporary bicycle lanes in several locations across the City, to provide residents with transportation and recreational options while maintaining physical distancing;

  AND WHEREAS on July 8, 2020, Mississauga Council approved the Active Transportation COVID-19 Recovery Framework, the City’s strategic response to the impact of COVID on the mobility of residents, which will see 18 kilometres of on-road bicycle lanes installed by the end of the year;

  AND WHEREAS when the country begins its recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, government stimulus spending will play a critical role in helping the economy to recover;

  AND WHEREAS cycling infrastructure projects can typically commence with shorter lead times;

  AND WHEREAS construction of cycling infrastructure often involves the modification of existing roads, and involves a variety of trades and industries;

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga is the 6th largest city in Canada and can lead by example by being a role model and champion for supporting active transportation as a key element in building sustainable and liveable communities;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

  1. The Mayor on behalf of the City of Mississauga write a letter to the Federal Government supporting the creation of a national urban cycling infrastructure fund of at least $265 million as part of a COVID-19 economic stimulus package to be distributed over the next two years to Canadian cities;
  2.  The City support the Federal Government’s recent announcement to establish a National Active Transportation Strategy, and advocate for the inclusion of longer term sustainable funding to implement active transportation infrastructure and programs;
  3. The City of Mississauga bring forward this matter for discussion at the forthcoming conferences of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities; and
  4. This Resolution and the letter to the Federal Government be shared with the Region of Peel and neighbouring GTHA municipalities as an encouragement towards a collaborative advocacy to the Federal Government for a national urban cycling infrastructure stimulus fund.
      

  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)

17.3

That City Council require further modification of the eastern boundary of the proposed NAI corridor to the west side of Highway 407; and a letter be sent from the Mayor on behalf of the Council of the City of Mississauga (Councillor Saito, Ward 9)

• RESOLUTION 0258-2020
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko

   WHEREAS the Ministry of Energy Northern Development and Mines (ENDM) and Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) have initiated a joint study to identify lands to be protected for a future transmission corridor to ensure longer-term electricity needs can be accommodated in Peel and Halton Regions;

  AND WHEREAS the guiding principles in determining the corridor boundary, termed the Narrowed Area of Interest (NAI), include minimizing impacts to natural heritage, agricultural and hydrological features and impacts on built-up areas;

  AND WHEREAS the proposed NAI corridor boundary from April 2020 encompasses lands from Trafalgar Road to Winston Churchill Blvd/Hydro Transmission Corridor and from Steeles Avenue to the CP Rail line;

  AND WHEREAS City staff submitted comments on June 5, 2020 to the ENDM expressing concerns on the location of the NAI corridor and impacts to future development of lands within the City of Mississauga;

  AND WHEREAS a revised map of the NAI corridor was submitted to the City on July 6, 2020 that reduced the overall boundary which included removing lands on the eastern side within the Meadowvale Business Park Corporate Centre;

  AND WHEREAS the revised NAI boundary continues to include lands on the west side of Ninth Line, north of the CP Rail line and lands on the east side of Ninth Line, north of the Garry Morden Fire Training Centre south of Highway 401 over to Tenth Line;

  AND WHEREAS the revised boundary continues to include lands designated and zoned for parks and open space and employment uses;

  AND WHEREAS the City owns lands on the west side of Ninth Line, Park-452 in Ward 9, that are intended for park and community services uses;

  AND WHEREAS this year the City will begin preliminary planning for the function and design of Park-452;

  AND WHEREAS a designated heritage property at 7420 Ninth Line is located within the proposed NAI corridor;

  AND WHEREAS the future extension of Argentia Road into the Town of Milton is within the proposed NAI corridor;

  THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED:

  1. That City Council require further modification of the eastern boundary of the proposed NAI corridor to the west side of Highway 407; 
  2. A letter be sent from the Mayor on behalf of the Council of the City of Mississauga to the Minister of Energy Northern Development and Mines (ENDM), the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), local MPP’s and the Director of Transmission Planning at ENDM detailing the City’s concerns regarding the NWGTA Transmission Corridor revised NAI corridor boundary from July 6, 2020 continuing to include city-owned lands for park and recreational uses and viable business employment lands, among other matters.

  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)

18.

MOTIONS

18.1

To close to the public a portion of the Council meeting to be held on July 22, 2020 to deal with various matters. (See Item 6 Closed Session)

19.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF BY-LAWS (CONSENT)

19.1

A by-law to amend Traffic By-law No. 555-2000, regarding an All Way Stop at Glenburnie Road and Donnell Drive

Resolution 0237-2020 / July 8, 2020

19.2

A new Lot Grading and Municipal Services Protection By-law to establish and reinstate the relevant provisions of the repealed by-law in a matter to more clearly define existing requirements relating to lot grading municipal services protection

Resolution 0240-2020 / July 8, 2020

19.3

A new Road Occupancy Permit By-law enacted to regulate construction works in the road rights-of-way within the City of Mississauga.

Resolution 0229-2020 / July 8, 2020

19.4

A by-law to amend By-law 156-2019, being the 2020 User Fees and Charges By-law to provide the Commissioner of Transportation and Works the authority to waive Road Occupancy Permit fees for internal City of Mississauga departments. 

Resolution 0229-2020 / July 8, 2020

19.5

A new Transitway Access Permit By-law enacted to establish and regulate temporary access to and within the Mississauga Transitway

Resolution 0232-2020 / July 8, 2020

19.6

A by-law to authorize the Commissioner of Community Services to enter into an Event and Rights Agreement with National Rowing Federation of Canada and the Federation Internationale des Societes D’Aviron for hosting the 2023 World Rowing Championships 

Item 12.11.

19.7

A by law to transfer funds from the Section 37 reserve fund (account #35220) to Spray Pad Garnetwood Park (PN 20-352) 

Item 12.8.

20.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL

Councillor Parrish spoke to an in camera report at the next Regional Council meeting regarding Bill 197.

In response, Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor, spoke to revisions to the Municipal Act regarding proxy voting.

Diana Rusnov, Director Legislative Services and City Clerk, spoke to report being brought to Council to amend the procedure by-law.

 

21.

COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES

Planning and Development Committee Meetings

Councillor Damerla spoke to applications currently being brought to the Planning and Development Committee and whether there are guidelines to bringing a report to the committee during the pandemic.

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Building, spoke to staff engaging with Councillor's office before bringing matters to the Planning and Development Committee.

Public Parks

Councillor Ras spoke to anti- semetic language in the public realm and inquired what avenues are available to eliminate this from happening. Councillor Ras raised concerns with the behaviour of some residents in public parks. 

Jodi Robillos, Director, Parks Forestry and Environment, noted that the Parks By-law will be updated to include hate speech and the report will be coming to Council on August 5th. Ms. Robillos also spoke to current methods used to control park activity such as additional waste containers, park ambassador program, parking control attendant, security patrol and the installation of additional physical distance signs. 

Traffic Calming

Councillor Ras spoke to the installation of traffic calming measures along Mississauga Road.  Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works, noted he will connect with the Councillor's office to discuss the options available. 

Masks in Indoor Residential Places

Councillor Starr spoke to mask usage in condominiums and apartment buildings and volunteering. Mayor Crombie noted she will raise this with the Regional Medical Officer of Health. 

Shari Lichterman, Commissioner, Community Services, spoke to volunteer opportunities with the environment team noting further information will be circulated to the Councillor's office.

22.

OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

Councillor Fonseoca spoke to National Drowning Prevention Week

Councillor Parrish spoke to bike donations at Victory Hall in Malton.

23.

CONFIRMATORY BILL

A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting held on July 22, 2020

24.

ADJOURNMENT

2:30 PM