Council

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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

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


Mayor Crombie recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

The following was added to the agenda:

Item 18.16 - A by-law to amend the City’s Building By-law 203-2019 to waive building permit fees for tents associated with outdoor retail sales and display and temporary outdoor recreational and entertainment establishments, commencing retroactively on November 16, 2020 until December 31, 2021

  • RESOLUTION
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Fonseca
    Seconded ByCouncillor K. Ras

    That the January 20, 2021 Council Agenda be approved, as amended. 

Verbal Motion

  • RESOLUTION
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    That the minutes of the December 9, 2020 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

Verbal Motion

  • RESOLUTION
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden
    Seconded ByCouncillor D. Damerla

    That the minutes of the December 23, 2020 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

Kristina Zietsma, Director, Recreation spoke to the improvements at the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre and outlined the capital repairs costs, that pre-pandemic usage of the outdoor rink was low and outlined next steps.

Mr.Galati expressed concerns with the closure of the outdoor rink. He made reference to a petition signed by over 7000 people, usage of other City of Mississauga outdoor rinks, that the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre Outdoor rink is the only outdoor hockey rink in the City, and the need for winter outdoor activities. 

Councillor Fonseca spoke to the name of the Burnhamthorpe Community Outdoor Rink, and requested clarification on the petition received. Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services spoke to the petition policy and that the petition mentioned will not be received by Council. 

Mr. Shum spoke to his concerns of removing the outdoor rink, and noted that the demolition should wait for a year until the new refrigerated rink design and cost is approved. 

Ms. Klein-Shanly enquired about the removal of the rink and spoke to the lack of consultation on the design options with residents. She further spoke to the importance of offering outdoor and indoor recreation facilities.

Councillor Saito spoke to the outcome of the Future Directions study. Shari Lichterman, Commissioner, Community Centre spoke to the redevelopment of buildings, and that Futures Directions would be reviewed in 2023.

Councillor Fonseca spoke to her support for the community, keeping residents informed, supporting the redevelopment of the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre, and direction was given to staff to look into a feasibility study for other refrigerated rinks in the area. Ms. Lichterman responded to questions and noted that staff are willing to work with the community.

Councillor Parrish spoke to public engagement and the amount of work that goes into redevelopment of buildings. 

Mr. Butt spoke in support of item 16.2 and noted that item 16.3 should request that the Province reopen all businesses with strict measures in place. 

Mayor Crombie spoke to the current case count of Covid-19 in the City of Mississauga and Region of Peel and the amount of vaccines.  

Councillor Saito enquired about the Provincial status for dog walkers and dog groomers. Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor and Sam Rogers, Director, Enforcement responded and spoke to the regulations for animal welfare and for Council to pass a resolution to send correspondence to the Premiere and the Solicitor General to ask for clarification.

Councillor Starr spoke to parking issues and that parking tickets have been issued to residents. Mr. Rogers noted that there has been a significant decline in tickets and that staff are still receiving complaints. Councillors McFadden and Damerla spoke in disagreement with Councillor Starr. 

Councillor Ras asked about the vaccine uptake in long term care homes in Mississauga. Mayor Crombie and Paul Mitcham, City Solicitor spoke to long term care homes in Mississauga. 

Councillor Mahoney spoke to vaccines for seniors in Mississauga.

  • RESOLUTION0001-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor P. Saito
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    Whereas City of Mississauga Council believes that both dog grooming and dog walking are essential for the health and well-being of animals and falls into the definition of such in Regulation 82/20; and

    Whereas the Ministry of Health has stated publicly that dog walking falls into this category in Regulation 82/20 : and

    Whereas there is confusion among the public with regard to these services.

    NOW THEREFORE that a letter be sent to the Solicitor General's Office and Premier of Ontario to request that Ontario Regulation 82/20 be amended to expressly permit pet grooming services and dog walking services to operate;

    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)
  • RESOLUTION0002-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    The following items were approved on the consent agenda:

    12.1  PDC Report 1 - 2021

    12.2 GC Report 1 - 2021

    15.1 Correspondence 

    16.1 - 16.2 and 16.4 Notice of Motion

    18.1 - 18.16 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)
  • RESOLUTION0003-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    PDC-0001-2021

    That Councillor Ron Starr be appointed as Vice-Chair of the Planning and Development Committee for the term ending November 14, 2022, or until a successor is appointed.

    PDC-0002-2021

    1. That the report dated December 18, 2020 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding variances to the Sign By-law to permit one (1) billboard sign with electronic changing copy sign faces under File SGNBLD 20-2491 W8, Christ Roubekas, 3663 Platinum Drive, be received for information.
    2. That the request to permit one (1) billboard sign with electronic changing copy sign faces be refused.
    3. That three oral submissions be received.

       

    PDC-0003-2021

    That the report dated December 18, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building recommending approval of the removal of the "H" holding provision from the text of By-law 0225-2020 and the “H” symbol from the zoning maps, under File HOZ 20/003 W9, BCIMC Realty Corporation (QuadReal), 6550 Glen Erin Drive, be adopted and that the Planning and Building Department be authorized to prepare the bylaw for Council's passage

    PDC-0004-2021

    That the report dated December 18, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building recommending approval of the removal of the "H" holding provision application, under File H-OZ 18/002 W7, The Canada life Assurance Company, 185 Enfield Place, be adopted and that the Planning and Building Department be authorized to prepare the bylaw for Council's passage

    PD-0005-2021

    That the report dated December 18, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building outlining the details of the proposed development and recommending approval of the removal of the “H” provision application, under File H-OZ 19/009 W3, Maple Valley Development Corporation Inc., 3111 and 3112 Cawthra Road, be received for information, and that the Planning and Building Department be authorized to prepare the by-law for Council’s passage

    PDC-0006-2021

    That the City’s Building By-law 203-2019 be amended respecting construction, demolition and change of use permit, inspections and related matters (The Building By-law) to waive building permit application fees for tents fees associated with temporary outdoor retail sales and display and temporary outdoor recreational and entertainment establishments until December 31, 2021, as defined in Zoning By-law 0225-2007, as amended, commencing retroactively on November 16, 2020 until December 31, 2021

    PDC-0007-2021

    1. That the report dated December 18, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the application by Forgione Investments to permit 10 four storey back to back townhomes, under File OZ 20/011 W11, 86 Thomas Street, be received for information.
    2. That two oral submissions be received.

       

    PDC-0008-2021

    1. That the report dated December 18, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the applications by Peel Housing Corporation to permit a seven storey rental apartment building containing 151 units, under File OZ 20/005 W1, 958-960 East Avenue, be received for information.

       

    2. That five oral submissions be received.

       

    PDC-0009-2021

    1. That the report dated December 18, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the applications by Solmar (Edge 3) Corp. to permit a 12 storey apartment building attached to a permitted 50 storey apartment building, with ground floor commercial uses under File OZ 20/015 W7, 16, 34 and 36 Elm Drive West, be received for information.

       

    2. That one oral submission 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)
  • RESOLUTION0004-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That recommendations GC-0001-2021 - GC-0030-2021 as contained in the General Committee Report 1 - 2021 dated January 13, 2021 be approved, with the exception of GC-0006-2021, which is amended to change the date in the recommendation number two (2) to December 15, 2021

    GC-0001-2021

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Connie Mesih, Director of Revenue and Material Management regarding the 2021 Property Tax Assistance be received. 

    GC-0002-2021

    That a by-law be enacted to amend the Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended to implement an all-way stop control at the intersection of Clarkson Road South and Orr Road, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated December 4, 2020 and entitled All-way Stop Clarkson Road South and Orr Road (Ward 2).

    GC-0003-2021

    That a by-law be enacted to amend the Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended to implement an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Ozzie Drive and Velda Road, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated December 4, 2020 and entitled All-way Stop Ozzie Drive and Velda Road (Ward 10).

    GC-0004-2021

    1. That a by-law be enacted authorizing the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk to execute a Subdivision Amending Agreement to permit an amendment for the Subdivision Agreement entered into with City Park (Old Barber) Homes Inc. (T-M16003 W11, Registered Plan 43M-2085).
    2. That a by-law be enacted authorizing the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk to execute a Subdivision Amending Agreement to permit an amendment to the Subdivision Agreement entered into with Exquisite Bay Development Inc. (T-M13007 W11).
    3. That the by-laws be enacted authorizing the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk to execute any other documents or land instruments as may be required to implement the two above-noted Subdivision Amending Agreements.

       

    GC-0005-2021

    1. That the Commissioner of Community Services and the City Clerk are hereby authorized, on behalf of the Corporation of the City of Mississauga, to execute the Waste Collection Agreement for City of Mississauga Facilities with the Region of Peel (Appendix 1) including all necessary agreements and documents ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.
    2. That all necessary by-law(s) be enacted.

       

       

       

    GC-0006-2021

    1. That the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated November 24, 2020 entitled “Property Tax Assistance for 2021” be received.
    2. That staff be directed to implement an application based property tax deferral program to defer 2021 property taxes for eligible property owners until December 16, 2021.
    3. That the Mayor send a letter to the Province of Ontario and the Region of Peel requesting their participation in the City’s 2021 property tax deferral program by deferring remittance requirements of their portion of the deferred taxes until December 16, 2021.

       

    GC-0007-2021

    1. That the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated December 7, 2020 entitled 2021 Interim Tax Levy for Properties on the Regular Instalment Plan be received.
    2. That a by-law be enacted to provide for a 2021 interim tax levy for properties on the regular instalment plan.
    3. That the 2021 interim taxes be calculated to be 50% of the previous years annualized taxes on properties that existed on the previous years tax roll.
    4. That assessments added to the tax roll in the current year be levied an amount that approximates 50% of a full years taxes, had the property been included on the previous years tax roll, using tax rates set out in Appendix 1 of this report and the current years phased-in assessment.
    5. That the 2021 interim levy for residential properties on the regular instalment plan be payable in three instalments on March 4th, April 1st and May 6th, 2021.
    6. That the 2021 interim levy for properties in the commercial, industrial and multi-residential property classes on the regular instalment plan be payable in one instalment on March 4th, 2021.

       

    GC-0008-2021

    1. That the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated November 23, 2020 entitled Delegation of Regional Tax Ratio Setting Authority for 2021 be received.
    2. That Council consent to the enactment of a Regional by-law delegating tax ratio setting from the Region of Peel to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon in accordance with Section 310 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for the 2021 property tax year.
    3. That Council consent to the apportionment methodology in place in the 2020 taxation year updated for 2021 assessments.

       

    GC-0009-2021

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Alex Xia, Secondary School Student regarding Marker Recycling be received. 
    (EAC-0031-2020)

    GC-00010-2021

    1. That the deputation and associated presentation by Jack Gibbons, Chair, Ontario Clean Air Alliance regarding Phasing-Out Ontario's Gas-Fired Power Plants be received. 
    2. That staff further investigate Clean Air Alliance's request to phase-out all gas-fired electricity generation and to benchmark with other municipalities on endorsement and to report back to the Environmental Action Committee prior to General Committee

    (EAC-0032-2020)

    GC-0011-2021

    1. That the deputation and associated presentation by Alice Casselman, Environmental Action Committee Member and Founding President of Association for Canadian Educational Resources and Catherine Soplet, Founder, Building Up Our Neighbourhoods to provide an Update on Project Crossroads be received.
    2. That the Environmental Action Committee are in support in principal of the Association for Canadian Educational Resources Project Crossroads Initiative.

    (EAC-0033-2020)
     
    GC-0012-2021
    That the deputation and associated presentation by Reg Langen, Supervisor, Parks Operations regarding Electric Grass Cutting Equipment Pilot Project be received. 
    (EAC-0034-2020)


    GC-0013-2021
    That deputation and associated presentation by Andrea Westfall, Sustainable Procurement Coordinator regarding Sustainable Procurement Policy be received. 
    (EAC-0035-2020)


    GC-0014-2021
    That the Phasing-Out Ontarios Gas-Fired Power Plants Request Memo by Clean Air Alliance be received for information.
    (EAC-0036-2020)

    GC-0015-2021
    That the Environmental Action Committee Work Plan be approved as discussed at the December 8, 2020 EAC meeting.
    (EAC-0037-2020)

    GC-0016-2021
    That the Association for Canadian Educational Resources (ACER) Canada Proposal to Environment Canada's Climate Action and Awareness Fund (CAAF) be received for information.
    (EAC-0038-2020)

    GC-0017-2021

    That the deputation from Natalie Faught, Credit Valley Conservation regarding the Credit Valley Conservation trail be received.

    (MCAC-0036-2020)

    GC-0018-2021

    2021 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Meeting Dates

    (MCAC-0037-2020)

    GC-0019-2021

    That Janice Lowe be the 2020 recipient of the Phil Green Award.

    (MCAC-0038-2020)

    GC-0020-2021

    That the letter from Sunil Sharma, Citizen Member regarding his resignation as Chair of the Promotions and Communications Subcommittee be received. 

    (MCAC-0039-2020)

    GC-0021-2021
    That the presentation by Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation regarding the 2021 Cycling Program Budget be received. 
    (MCAC-0040-2020)


    GC-0022-2021
    That the December Active Transportation COVID Framework update be received. 
    (MCAC-0041-2020)

    GC-0023-2021
    That the memorandum entitled Trail Signage Best Practices from Fred Sandoval, Active Transportation Coordinator, Active Transportation and Amy Parker, Active Transportation Technologist, Active Transportation be received. 
    (MCAC-0042-2020)


    GC-0024-2021

    That the Bike Summit Report Back be deferred to the January 2021 MCAC meeting. 
    (MCAC-0043-2020)

    GC-0025-2021

    That the verbal update from Michael Foley, Manager, Mobile Licensing Enforcement regarding mobile licensing be received.

    (PVAC-0009-2020)

     

    GC-0026-2021

    That staff review the feasibility of providing mobile licensing fee relief for the taxi industry.

    (PVAC-0010-2020)

     

    GC-0027-2021

    That the 2018-2022 Public Vehicle Advisory Committee Work Plan be approved.

    (PVAC-0011-2020)

     

    GC-0028-2021

    That the email dated November 29, 2020 from Mark Sexsmith, Citizen Member regarding supply management and government compensation for the taxi industry be received.

    (PVAC-0012-2020)

    GC-0029-2021

    1. That the Corporate Report titled, “Ground Lease Amending Agreement with The Vic Johnston Community Centre Inc. for the Use, Temporary Transfer of Legal Ownership, Maintenance and Lifecycle Replacement of Moveable Equipment (Ward 11)” dated November 5, 2020 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, be received.
    2. That the Commissioner of Community Services and the City Clerk, or their designates, be authorized to execute the Ground Lease Amending Agreement and any agreements or documents ancillary thereto, between The Corporation of the City of Mississauga and The Vic Johnston Community Centre Inc. as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Corporate Services, dated November 5, 2020 and entitled “Ground Lease Amending Agreement with The Vic Johnston Community Centre Inc. for the Use, Temporary Transfer of Legal Ownership, Maintenance and Lifecycle Replacement of Moveable Equipment (Ward 11)”.
    3. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

       

       

    GC-0030-2021

    1. That a by-law be enacted pursuant to section 35 of the Municipal Act for the closure of the illegal secondary driveway currently crossing a City owned one-foot reserve without authorization, which driveway provides unlawful access to Goreway Drive from lands municipally known as 3525 Brandon Gate Drive - Peel Condominium Plan No. 49;
    2. That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be directed to take all actions necessary and required to permanently close the illegal driveway access;
    3. That in the event it may be determined at law that the condominium corporation and/or unit owners have a property right over the City’s one-foot reserve or over any other City owned property, and after exhaustion of all appeals, the City be authorized to expropriate the property in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Expropriations Act.

       

       

    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)

Councillor Fonseca spoke in support of the petition received and continuing to work with the community. 

Received and referred to the Transportation and Works Department.

  • RESOLUTION0005-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    Whereas Canada’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic will depend on municipalities as the order of government closest to the places where people live, work, thrive and struggle; and

    Whereas Canada’s federal-municipal partnership is supporting Canadians through this pandemic by: delivering rapid housing solutions for vulnerable Canadians, expanding federal funding to bring reliable internet to rural Canadians, and keeping vital municipal services running strong through the Safe Restart Agreement; and

    Whereas the pandemic has exposed longstanding inequalities and the need for a recovery that builds on our federal-municipal partnership to create jobs, promote inclusion and increase resilience to the next threat, whether it’s a virus or climate change; and

    Be it resolved that the City of Mississauga endorses the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ recommendations for a green and inclusive economic recovery, Building back better together, which empowers local leaders to deliver results for Canadians on the ground while continuing to protect the frontline services they rely on, including:

    • Building an inclusive recovery—where we create jobs and promote equality, by urgently scaling up the new Rapid Housing Initiative to end chronic homelessness in Canada, growing our affordable housing supply to prevent the flow into homelessness, and investing in community, cultural and recreational infrastructure to promote social inclusion;
    • Building a green recovery that creates jobs and moves Canada closer to a net-zero emissions economy, by continuing to invest in efficient public transit, scaling up proven local initiatives that reduce GHG emissions and build communities’ resilience to climate change; and
    • Building a resilient partnership that matches our modern role in supporting Canadians and our economy, by ensuring municipal operating support continues as COVID-19 impacts stretch through 2021, directly empowering rural communities through new investments in rural transportation and housing, and doubling the federal Gas Tax Fund allocation over three years through a new Municipal Economic Recovery Fund.

    And be it resolved that the City of Mississauga conveys this support in writing to local Members of Parliament.

    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)
  • RESOLUTION0006-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    WHEREAS the Province of Ontario declared a second State of Emergency on January

    12,2021;

    AND WHEREAS The Region of Peel and the City of Mississauga have been in lockdown since November 23, 2020 and, as of January 12, 2021, Peel Region has an incidence rate of 261.0 cases per 100,000 population and a test positivity rate of 13.7%;

    AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga, as of January 12, 2021, has an incidence rate of 199.1 cases per 100,000 population and a test positivity rate of 10.5%;

    AND WHEREAS public health officials recognize that workplaces are a significant source of COVID-19 transmission across Ontario with 8700 of the province’s COVID-19 cases coming from workplaces.

    AND WHEREAS in Peel, as of January 13, 2021, there were 193 workplace outbreaks and 1,334 total workplace cases;

    AND WHEREAS as of January 13, 2021, Mississauga has seen 113 workplace outbreaks, with Mississauga residents making up 593 of the workplace cases;

    AND WHEREAS it is predominantly workers in precarious employment who are most likely to not have access to paid sick days, including low-income workers (only 10 per cent of Canadian low-wage earners have access to paid sick leave through their employer), essential workers, contract and agency workers, those who cannot work remotely, and many health-care workers;

    AND WHEREAS many of these workers simply cannot afford to take time off work and are forced to choose between a paycheque and putting food on the table;

    AND WHEREAS the federal government has established the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB) which provides support to eligible employed and self- employed individuals who are unable to work because they are sick with COVID-19 or may be sick with COVID-19, or need to self-isolate due to COVID-19, or have an underlying health condition that puts them at greater risk of getting COVID-19;

    AND WHEREAS the CRSB is only limited to $450 (after taxes are withheld) for a one- week period and the employed or self-employed individual must apply again to receive a second week of benefits and that only a total of two weeks of benefits are available, which is a barrier for a worker who is sick and needs to isolate for a longer period of time;

    AND WHEREAS the administration involved in applying for the CRSB is cumbersome and time consuming;

    AND WHEREAS the amount provided is inadequate to meet the needs when faced with the high cost of living in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA);

    AND WHEREAS the Ontario government through Bill 186, Employment Standards Amendment Act (Infectious Disease Emergencies), 2020, created job protected infectious disease emergency leave so that an employee cannot be threatened, fired or penalized in any other way because the employee took or plans on taking an infectious disease emergency leave for COVID-19;

    AND WHEREAS there is current no funding associated with the leave outlined in Bill 186;

    AND WHEREAS , the lack of paid sick days, financial/income supports, and sick leave protection are known barriers to compliance to COVID-19 control measures, including testing and self-isolation, due to the fear of income-loss and financial hardship;

    AND WHEREAS the Council of the Region of Peel passed a motion on December 10, 2020 calling upon the federal and provincial governments to enact adequate paid sick leave policies to slow the spread of COVID-19;

     

    THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that

    1. The Mayor of Mississauga, on behalf of City Council, write to the Prime Minister of Canada and Premier of Ontario to request that the federal and provincial governments implement and fund the necessary policies and programs to provide adequate paid sick day benefits to ensure accessible and timely income/financial supports in order to remove barriers facing precariously employed Peel residents, which will allow them to get tested, self-isolate and follow necessary COVID-19 control measures without fear of income-loss and financial hardship;
    2. A copy of this resolution be sent to all Mississauga-area MPs and MPPs for their awareness and active support;
    3. A copy of this resolution be sent to all GTHA municipalities, as well as the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).

     

    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)

Councillor Starr spoke to inequities for small businesses.

Members of Council spoke to not supporting the proposed motion and amending the motion to help small businesses reopen.

  • RESOLUTION0008-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor R. Starr

    That the Province be requested to put in more stringent controls on big box stores and considered a controlled and safe reopening of small businesses yet ensure safety; and  

    That this resolution be forwarded to the Premiere and Region of Peel for inclusion on an upcoming agenda. 

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
    NO (1)Councillor D. Damerla
    Approved (11 to 1)
  • RESOLUTION0007-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    WHEREAS during the COVID pandemic, the Clerk’s office has been issuing burial permits on weekends and statutory holidays;

    AND WHEREAS during the COVID pandemic there has been an increased demand on funeral home operations which offer their services on a 24/7 basis;

    AND WHEREAS effective January 1, 2021, the Fees and Charges By-law instituted a $25 weekend and statutory holiday surcharge;

    AND WHEREAS the surcharge creates a financial hardship for the funeral homes and affected families;

    THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that a bylaw be enacted suspending the $25 weekend and statutory holiday surcharge until the COVID pandemic has passed.

    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.

Mayor Crombie expressed her condolences to the family of Mr. Potter.

  • RESOLUTION0009-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor K. Ras
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing on Monday, December 14, 2020 of retired employee Alan Potter;

    AND WHEREAS in 2001 Alan landed his dream job working with the City of Mississauga for 10 plus years;

    AND WHEREAS Alan last worked out of our Mavis Yard as a Worksperson in the Works Operations and Maintenance Division;

    NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that sincere condolences be extended on behalf of the Mayor, Members of Council and staff of the City of Mississauga to the Potter family.

  • RESOLUTION0010-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor R. Starr
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Fonseca

    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 January 20, 2021 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters:

    (a) Pursuant to the Municipal Act, Sections 239 (2):

    i. 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. A335/20, 3585 Mavis Road, Nye Manufacturing Limited(Ward 7)

    ii. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Instructions on a settlement offer regarding the appeals to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal for non-decision on the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications with respect to the lands at 4005 Hickory Drive (Ward 3)

    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)

The Regional Municipality of Peel and The Corporation of the City of Mississauga Northeast corner of Mississauga Road and Barbertown Road
(T-M16003 W11, Registered Plan 43M-2085) (CONSENT)

GC-0004-2021/January 14, 2021

0010-2021

The Regional Municipality of Peel and The Corporation of the City of Mississauga South side of Derry Road West, west of Hurontario Street (T-M13007 W11) (CONSENT)

GC-0004-2021/January 13, 2021

0011-2021

Councillor Parrish spoke to a motion at the Region requesting the Province for a Local Planning Control Board in Caledon.

Tree By-laws
Councillor Dasko spoke to the updating of the public tree by-law and enquired about the timeline for the Private Tree Protection By-law update. Shari Litcherman, Commissioner, Community Services noted that staff would send the Councillor an update.

Ratepayers’ Associations
Councillor Parrish enquired about the number of Ratepayers Associations per ward and gathering the minutes from MIRANET’S AGM meeting and that the 5 minute Councillor time-limit at meetings should be enforced.

Portable Signs

Councillor Saito spoke to the difficulties of advertising with portable signs and direction was given to staff to look into allowing portable signs in City parks and the feasibility of smaller signage. Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works spoke to the departments involved with signage. 

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

22.1
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. A335/20, 3585 Mavis Road, Nye Manufacturing Limited(Ward 7)

Councillor Damerla and Members of Council spoke to the subject matter. 

  • RESOLUTION0011-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Parrish
    Seconded ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That Legal Services be instructed to SUPPORT the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File No. A335/20 – 3585 Mavis Road – Nye Manufacturing Limited – Ward 7) and to attend before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal along with any necessary staff and/or consultants to represent the City of Mississauga.

     

    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)

22.2
Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board:
 

Instructions on a settlement offer regarding the appeals to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal for non-decision on the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications with respect to the lands at 4005 Hickory Drive (Ward 3)

Michal Minkowski, Legal Counsel Litigation & Planning and Andra Maxell, City Solicitor spoke to the matter and answered questions from Members of Council. 

  • RESOLUTION0012-2021
    Moved ByCouncillor C. Fonseca
    Seconded ByCouncillor D. Damerla
    1. That Council instruct the City Solicitor, or her designate, on the response to be provided to the offer to settle dated December 21, 2020 from 4005 Hickory Drive Ltd. in appeal proceedings before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal with respect to the lands at 4005 Hickory Drive.

       

    2. That the City Solicitor, or her designate, be authorized to take such steps required to complete and implement the instructions given by Council in response to the settlement offer concerning the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal appeal relating to 4005 Hickory Drive with the assistance of such City staff as may be appropriate, including the execution of any documents which may be required to complete and implement such instructions.
    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)