Council

Meeting #:

Date:

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Time:

9:30 A.m. - 12:30 P.m.

Location:

Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 2nd Floor

300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3C1

and Online Video Conference

Members

• Mayor Carolyn Parrish
• Deputy Mayor and Councillor Matt Mahoney
• Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
• Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Ward 2
• Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
• Councillor John Kovac, Ward 4
• Councillor Natalie Hart, Ward 5
• Councillor Joe Horneck, Ward 6
• Councillor Dipika Damerla, Ward 7
• Councillor Martin Reid, Ward 9
• Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
• Councillor Brad Butt, Ward 11

Geoff Wright, City Manager and CAO 
Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Corporate Services 
Samuel Rogers, Acting Commissioner of Transportation and Works 
Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building 
Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services 

Graham Walsh, City Solicitor 

Marisa Chiu, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer

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

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1.

CALL TO ORDER - 9:30AM

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND STATEMENT

Mayor Parrish recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Reid

That the agenda of the October 30, 2024 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

4.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil

5.

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING

5.1

Council Minutes - October 9, 2024

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Mahoney

That the minutes of the October 9, 2024 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

5.2

Special Council Minutes - October 9, 2024

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Damerla

That the minutes of the October 9, 2024 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

6.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil

7.

DEPUTATIONS

Each Deputation to Committee is limited to speaking not more than 5 minutes. 

Pursuant to Section 57.1 of the Council Procedure By-law 0044-2022, as amended:

Deputations shall be received and the matter shall be referred to staff for a report, unless there is a resolution or recommendation passed to “receive” the Deputation. After a Deputation is completed, Members shall each have one opportunity to make a preamble statement and ask questions to the Deputant(s) or staff for clarification purposes only, and without debate.

7.1

Courtney Charles, Vice President of Basketball & Franchise Operations, Raptors 905 regarding The Raptors 905 NBA G League team in Mississauga

C. Charles spoke to the Raptors 905 G League team, to past players, to the Teacher Hero program, theme nights and to upcoming community events.

Members of Council spoke to community engagement, ways for students to connect with Raptors 905 to receive an education session in sports or event management, and to renovating the Raptors 905 facility.  C. Charles responded to questions.   

7.2

Michael Raynor, Chief Product Officer, S3 Markets regarding the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus Pilot Project

M. Raynor spoke to the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus Pilot Project and for Council to reassess their decision on this pilot program.

Councillor Damerla provided direction to staff to bring a report back on the status of the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus Pilot Project. Geoff Wright, City Manager and CAO spoke to involving consultants on the pilot project. 

7.3

Item 11.1 Andrew Gassmann, Resident

(Regarding Recommendation GC-0457-2024)

A. Gassmann spoke to recommendation GC-0457-2024 regarding School Zone Speed Limits on Local Roadways and for Council to support the staff's recommendation of maintaining the current speed limit designation of 30 km/h in school zones on local roadways.

7.4

Item 12.1 Inspector Tim Nagtegall, Road Safety Services, Peel Regional Police

Inspector T. Nagtegall spoke to School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways and to the letter dated October 29, 2024 from Nishan Duraiappah, Chief of Police, Peel Regional Police regarding School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways. He further spoke to traffic calming measures and changing driver’s behaviours.

Members of Council enquired about driving trends on major arterial roads, staffing resources, trends within neighbouring municipalities, implementing various traffic calming measures to include police enforcement, and to the number of police officers dedicated to traffic enforcement. Inspector T. Nagtegall responded to questions. 

7.5

Item 12.1 Brea Corbet, Dufferin Peel Catholic School Board Trustee, Wards 9 and 10 and Resident

B. Corbet spoke as a resident of the City of Mississauga and to the School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways and spoke to concerns with the time of day restrictions.

Councillor Reid enquired what schools could do to increase safety. B. Corbet responded. 

7.6

Item 12.1 Jill Promoli, Peel District School Board Trustee, Wards 6 & 11

J. Promoli spoke as a resident of the City of Mississauga and to the School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways and spoke to concerns with the time of day restrictions. 

Councillors Mahoney and Dasko enquired about her status on the Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee and to road safety. J. Promoli responded to questions. 

8.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit

Vasil Bulik, Resident spoke to GC-0475-2024 recommendation and to Bill 212 and enquired what the City of Mississauga is going to do regarding the Bloor Street Integrated Project. Sam Rogers, Commissioner, Transportation and Works provided an update on the Bloor Street Integrated Project and to the effects of Bill 212.

9.

CONSENT AGENDA

• RESOLUTION 0216-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  The following items were approved on the consent agenda:

  - 10.1 Apportionment of Taxes

  - 14.1.1 - 14.1.5 Information Items

  - 16.2 - 16.4 Motions

  - 17.1 - 17.5, 17.7 - 17.10, 17.12 - 17.14 By-laws

  - 21.1 Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by Sheridan Retail Inc. with respect to the lands located at 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, (Ward 8)

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

10.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF CORPORATE REPORTS

10.1

Apportionment of Taxes (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0217-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  That the recommended apportionment of taxes and payments set out in Appendix 1 of the report from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer dated, September 23, 2024, entitled, “Apportionment of Taxes” be approved.

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

11.

PRESENTATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

11.1

General Committee Report - October 23, 2024

Members of Council spoke to recommendation GC-0457-2024 and made the following comments: 

- Amending recommendation GC-0457-2024 and to change the time of day to Monday to Friday instead of 7 days/ week

- The need for community input regarding changing the School Zone Speed Limits and to deferring the matter

- If the Highway Traffic Act would impact School Zone Speed Limits on Local Roadways during summer months

- If the local Councillor could decide if they want to deploy an Automated Speed Camera

- That Ward 6 be omitted from the time of day speed limits and be replaced with
full time 30 km/h speed limits in school zones

Graham Walsh, City Solicitor, Colin Patterson, Acting Director, Traffic Management & Municipal Parking and Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services responded to questions. 

• RESOLUTION 0222-2024
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor B. Butt

  That Recommendations GC-0450-2024 – GC-0475 -2024 as contained in the General Committee Report 17 - 2024 - dated October 23, 2024 be approved with the exception of GC-0457-2024 that is amended to: 

  GC-0457-2024:  That the current speed limit designation of 30 km/h in school zones on local roadways as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated October 9, 2024 and entitled “School Zone Speed Limits on Local Roadways” be amended to reflect time of day enforcement, between the hours of 6:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday year round.

  GC-0450-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Rubanya Anand, Chathak Kaur, Chitra Sekhri and Melanie Rose Ramcharran, Students from Darcel Avenue Senior Public School and their teacher/coach team Priya Parekh, Lidia Marcelli and Stephanie Stagg regarding their World Robotics Championship - Future Innovators, First Place Award, be received.

  GC-0451-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Riddhima Naithani and Nivedya Sudhir, Sarah and Seana, Advocacy Representatives from Music for Every Child regarding an update on their progress, be received.

  GC-0452-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Narciso Rodrigues, Treasurer, Rotary Club Mississauga – Meadowvale, regarding World Polio Day 2024, be received.

  GC-0453-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Valerie Verhey, Resident regarding “Van Life and RV Parking Proposal”, be received.

  GC- 0454-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Jim Kozij, Resident regarding the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated October 9, 2024 and entitled “School Zone Speed Limits on Local Roadways, be received.

  GC-0455-2024

  That the deputation by Adrian Wood, Resident regarding the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated October 9, 2024 and entitled “School Zone Speed Limits on Local Roadways, be received.

  GC-0456-2024

  That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

  • 10.4 Single Source Approval for Public Computing Hardware for the Mississauga Library with Stay Connected Technologies Inc.
  • 11.1 Environmental Action Committee Report 6 - 2024 - dated October 1, 2024
  • 11.2 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 9 - 2024 - dated October 8, 2024

     

  GC-0457-2024 This recommendation was amended at Council on October 30, 2024 to the following:

  That the current speed limit designation of 30 km/h in school zones on local roadways as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated October 9, 2024 and entitled “School Zone Speed Limits on Local Roadways” be amended to reflect time of day enforcement, between the hours of 6:00 AM until 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday year round.

  GC-0458-2024

  That the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated October 9, 2024, and entitled “School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways” be deferred to Council on October 30, 2024.

  GC-0459-2024

  That the report entitled “Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital Municipal Contribution” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, dated October 9, 2024 be deferred to Council on October 30, 2024.

  GC-0460-2024

  1. That the Single Source procurement for public computing hardware and associated licensing, maintenance and support from Stay Connected Technologies Inc. be approved for a period of ten (10) years, as detailed in the corporate report entitled “Single Source Approval for Public Computing Hardware for the Mississauga Library with Stay Connected Technologies Inc.”, from the Commissioner of Community Services dated October 10, 2024; and
  2. That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to execute all contracts and related ancillary documents with respect to the purchase between the City and Stay Connected Technologies Inc. for an estimated amount of $3,400,000.00 exclusive of taxes, in accordance with the City’s Procurement Bylaw 0013-2022, as amended, and in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.

      

  GC-0461-2024

  1. That the Commissioner of Community Services and the City Clerk on behalf of the Corporation of the City of Mississauga (The City) be authorized to enter into and execute a Joint Use and Funding agreement with the Peel District School Board (PDSB) for upgrades to existing track and field facility, including creating a new lighted multi-purpose artificial turf facility for soccer, field hockey, football, rugby and lacrosse on school board lands on school board lands, including all documents ancillary thereto and subsequent amending agreements, all in form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor as outlined in the report dated October 16, 2024
  2. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

      

      

  GC-0462-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Vasya Jeyakanthan, Coordinator, Environmental Initiatives and Scott Morrison, General Manager, Muuse Canada regarding Waste Free Movie Nights, be received.

  (EAC-0025-2024)

  GC-0463-2024

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Leya Barry, Climate Change Supervisor regarding the Climate Change Action Plan, be received.

  (EAC-0026-2024)

  GC-0464-2024

  That the following item(s) were approved on the consent agenda:

  • 10.1 Environmental Action Committee Work Plan dated September 2024

  (EAC-0027-2024)

  GC-0465-2024

  That the Environmental Action Committee Work Plan dated September 2024, be approved.

  (EAC-0028-2024)

  GC-0466-2024

  That the deputation and presentation by David Ecclestone, Architect, +GF Architects and Chief Deryn Rizzi, Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services regarding Lakeview Golf Course Land Parcel Severance and Heritage Impact Assessment, be received for information.

  (HAC-0074-2024)

  GC-0467-2024

  That the verbal deputation by Noah Gordon, Associate, Miller Thomson regarding item 9.4 - Objection to Heritage Designation 3625 Cawthra Road (Ward 3), be received.

  (HAC-0075-2024)

  GC-0468-2024

  That the following items were approved on consent:

  • Item 9.3 - Request to Demolish a Heritage Listed property at 1390 Conliffe Court (Ward 6)
  • Item 9.4 - Objection to Heritage Designation, 3625 Cawthra Road (Ward 3)

  (HAC-0076-2024)

  GC-0469-2024

  That the property at 1400 Dixie Road (Ward 1) be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its physical, design, historical, associative and contextual value, as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated September 10, 2024, and that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

  (HAC-0077-2024)

  (Ward 1)

  GC-0470-2024

  That the property at 3236 Mississauga Road (Ward 8) be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its physical, design, historical, associative and contextual value, as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated September 6, 2024, and that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

  (HAC-0078-2024)

  (Ward 8)

  GC-0471-2024

  That the request to demolish the heritage listed property at 1390 Conliffe Court (Ward 6), as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Community Services, dated August 30, 2024, be approved.

  (HAC-0079-2024)

  (Ward 6)

  GC-0472-2024

  That the property at 3625 Cawthra Road (Ward 3) be designated for its design, historical and associative and contextual value and that the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto as outlined in the Corporate Report dated September 24, 2024 from the Commissioner of Community Services.

  (HAC-0080-2024)

  (Ward 3)

  GC-0473-2024

  That funds in the amount of up to $350 be allocated from the Council Committees Budget for the costs associated with the Heritage Advisory Committee Member Appreciation Breakfast.

  (HAC-0081-2024)

  GC-0474-2024

  That the letter dated October 18, 2024 from the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities regarding the Expression of Interest application for the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund, be received.

  GC-0475-2024

  That the verbal update in closed session regarding “New proposed bike lane legislation”, be recived.

  YES (7)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  NO (3)	Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, and Councillor M. Reid
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (7 to 3)

12.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS 

12.1

School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways (All Wards)

This item was referred to Council on October 23, 2024 as per Recommendation GC-0458-2024

Members of Council spoke to an amendment to the proposed recommendation to school zone speed limits on major roadways to include that the current flashing 40 km/h time of day speed limits be discussed with local Councillors before removal and replacement with full time 40 km/h speed limits in school zones on major roadways and that staff report back in January 2025 with a report on a plan and strategy related to Community Safety Zones.

• RESOLUTION 0223-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  1.    That the current flashing 40 km/h time of day speed limits be discussed with local Councillors before removal and replacement with full time 40 km/h speed limits in school zones on major roadways as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated October 9, 2024, and entitled “School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways”.
  2.    That the remaining school zones on major roadways currently not governed by flashing 40 km/h time of day speed limits be designated as full time 40 km/h speed limits subject to consultation with the Ward Councillor.
  3.    That the above noted speed limits be limited to 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday year round.
  4.    That any required by-law amendments resulting from this report be enacted through the delegation of authority to the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.
  5.    That staff report back in January 2025 with a report on a plan and strategy related to Community Safety Zones.

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

12.2

Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital Municipal Contribution

This item was referred to Council on October 23, 2024 as per Recommendation GC-0459-2024

Councillors Butt and Mahoney spoke to a Notice of Motion regarding Mississauga Hospital Local Financial Share and that Council declines the contribution request as the hospital is a Regional hospital.

• RESOLUTION 0225-2024
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  That the report entitled “Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital Municipal Contribution” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, dated October 9, 2024 be received.

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

13.

PETITIONS - Nil

14.

CORRESPONDENCE

14.1

Information Items

14.1.1

An email from Kelly Ralston, Executive Director, Port Credit BIA regarding New Board Member (CONSENT)

This item was received. 

14.1.2

A letter dated October 24, 2024 from the Tony Nguyen, Chair, and Shawn Abrahim, Vice-Chair of the Cooksville BIA with AGM Minutes regarding Board of Director Changes (CONSENT)

This item was received.

14.1.3

A letter dated October 25, 2024 from Integrity Principals entitled Integrity Commissioner’s Quarterly Report City of Mississauga (CONSENT)

This item was received.

14.1.4

2025 Credit Valley Conservation Board of Directors Meeting Schedule (CONSENT)

This item was received.

14.1.5

A letter dated October 29, 2024 from Nishan Duraiappah, Chief of Police, Peel Regional Police regarding School Zone Speed Limits on Major Roadways (All Wards) (CONSENT)

This item was received.

14.2

Direction Items

14.2.1

A Request for Municipal Significance Designation for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit for Zamna Festival Toronto at the International Centre (Hall 5) (Ward 5)

Councillor Hart spoke in support of approving the Special Occasion Permit. 

• RESOLUTION 0226-2024
  Moved By Councillor N. Hart
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  WHEREAS Identity Entertainment Inc. and Baro (5025017 Ontario Inc.) will be hosting Zamna Festival Toronto at the International Centre (Hall 5) at 6900 Airport Road (Ward 5);

  AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages;

  AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance of 7000 people per day;

  NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems the Zamna Festival Toronto at the Internation Centre on November 8, 2024 and November 9, 2024 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 (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

14.2.2

Request for Municipal Significance Designation for the purpose of obtaining a Temporary Liquor Licence Extension of Hours, as Big Slick Bar and Billiards is hosting an Industry Nights event on December 14, 2024 (Ward 11)

Councillor Butt spoke in support of approving the Special Occasion Permit. 

• RESOLUTION 0227-2024
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor A. Tedjo

  WHEREAS Big Slick Bar and Billiards in Mississauga – 1965 Britannia Road West is planning on hosting an Industry Nights on December 14, 2024 and is requesting temporary extension of hours from 2:00am to 4:00am to allow all industry workers to enjoy a night together in a controlled and safe environment;

  AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages;

  AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance of up to 60 people;

  NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems the; Big Slick Bar and Billiards - Industry Nights being held on 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 (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

14.2.3

Letter from Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, with respect to Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT)

Geoff Wright, City Manager and CAO spoke to the letter from Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, with respect to Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) and that the Mayor send a letter to the Minister of Finance expressing the City's disappointment and that the Minister of Finance  work with the City of Mississauga to come up with a different PILT formula for the Toronto Pearson Airport.  

Members of Council expressed their concerns with the changes to the Airport Payment in Lieu of Taxes program and for staff to bring back an updated report to Council regarding the 5% cap to the PILT. 

15.

NOTICE OF MOTION

15.1

A Notice of Motion regarding Mississauga Hospital Local Financial Share (Councillor Butt)

Discussion took place under 12.1.

• RESOLUTION 0224-2024
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  WHEREAS the provincial government has commenced rebuilding the Mississauga Hospital at The Queensway and Hurontario locations; 

  AND WHEREAS the new hospital will be the largest in Ontario, serving a regional population of over 1.7 million people, and will include a number of specialization areas that will draw people from across the province; 

  AND WHEREAS the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care instituted a policy in the late 1980s to require local communities, including municipalities, to pay a local share of up to 25% of the entire cost of the project including 10% for construction costs; 

  AND WHEREAS this local share requirement is not in legislation; 

  AND WHEREAS the City of Toronto is exempt from the local share, including at the recently funded Queensway Health Centre in Etobicoke, just across the border from Mississauga in Toronto; 

  AND WHEREAS the City has been asked to contribute $450 million as part of the $1.5 billion local share amount expected by the province for the new hospital; 

  AND WHEREAS the $1.5 billion local share is the largest requested of any community in Ontario; 

  AND WHEREAS the $450 million local share requested of the City of Mississauga is 42% higher than the average recent local share request approved by other municipalities in Ontario; 

  AND WHEREAS the provincial government has sole jurisdiction for healthcare, and receives annual Health Transfer payments from the federal government, which have increased 212% since 2005 while Ontario healthcare expenditures have only risen by 158% in that time; 

  AND WHEREAS the property tax is the least efficient tax to pay for healthcare; 

  AND WHEREAS property tax increases dramatically affect those on fixed or low incomes in difficult economic times; 

  AND WHEREAS the provincial government has access to a host of revenue tools including income taxes, consumption taxes and other fees, and can enact new taxes as necessary; 

  AND WHEREAS municipalities primarily have access to the property tax; 

  AND WHEREAS to fund $450 million, the City of Mississauga would have to enact a levy increase on the property tax bill for the next 5 years, and those increases would remain in the levy for up to 20 years to repay the debt relating to the contribution, significantly adding to the property tax burden of residential and business property taxpayers; 

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga is currently facing a host of financial pressures, including building new fire stations to keep up with population growth; maintaining and building new stormwater infrastructure to prepare for historic flooding; building a new transit garage ($500 million+); and taking on the operation of the Hurontario LRT (roughly $65 million per year); 

  AND WHEREAS the proposed local share of $450 million represents 66% of the 2024 net operating budget for the City of Mississauga; 

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga, as part of the Region of Peel, is currently underfunded by $868 million compared to other regions in the province - $575 per person on an annual basis; 

  AND WHEREAS according to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), municipalities, including Mississauga are currently subsidizing the provincial government in the amount of $4 billion per year; 

  AND WHEREAS the City of Mississauga is one of the most efficiently and best operated cities in Canada, earning a Triple A credit rating for 21 straight years, along with other awards for strong financial performance;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

  1.    Council declines the contribution request; and

  2.    As this is a regional hospital, Mississauga suggests the province waive the requirement for the City of Mississauga to contribute to the local share, and the province contribute a larger amount to this project; and

  3.    A copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier; the Ministers of Health, Long-Term Care and Municipal Affairs; and all Mississauga MPPs; and 

  4.    The City of Mississauga engage in a public awareness and information campaign to educate residents and businesses on Mississauga’s position.

   

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

15.2

A Notice of Motion regarding recognizing December as Christian Heritage Month (Councillor Butt)

Councillors Butt and Kovac spoke to recognizing December as Christian Heritage Month. 

• RESOLUTION 0229-2024
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor J. Kovac

  WHEREAS the City of Mississauga is one of the most diverse and multicultural cities in Canada, where people of all cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, and faiths are welcomed, recognized, and celebrated;

  AND WHEREAS Christianity is among the diverse faiths followed by Mississauga residents and one of the most followed religions in Canada and Mississauga;

  AND WHEREAS Christians have made valuable contributions to the cultural, social, religious, and humanitarian fabric of our City and have played an important role in shaping our diverse community; 

  AND WHEREAS the month of December is marked by significant events and celebrations in the Christian calendar, commencing with the observance of Advent and culminating in the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, which is also known as Christmas;

  AND WHEREAS Christian organizations and places of worship in Mississauga offer religious services, unique events, and initiatives that highlight a strong Christian heritage during the month of December;

  AND WHEREAS the month of December is also widely associated with the tradition of gift giving and the gathering of family, friends, and people of all faiths, during the Christmas season;

  AND WHEREAS recognizing the month of December, which is a significant month in the Christian calendar, as “Christian Heritage Month” provides an opportunity for all residents to celebrate the history, traditions, and teachings of the Christian faith, promoting understanding and appreciation of the diverse religious and cultural heritage of our City; 

  AND WHEREAS recognizing and celebrating “Christian Heritage Month” also provides an opportunity to honour the contributions of Christians to our City's past, present, and future, while promoting inclusivity, unity, and respect for all residents;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

  1.    The month of December is recognized as “Christian Heritage Month” in the City of Mississauga; and

  2.    The Council of the City of Mississauga call upon the Government of Ontario to recognize the month of December as “Christian Heritage Month” in the Province of Ontario; and

  3.    A copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier; and all Mississauga MPPs. 

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

16.

MOTIONS

16.1

To express sincere condolences to the family of Karlon Kurwin Herbert Conliffe, MiWay Mechanic, who passed away on October 8, 2024

Mayor Parrish expressed condolences to the family of Karlon Kurwin Herbert Conliffe.

• RESOLUTION 0229-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing of Karlon Conliffe, MiWay Mechanic, who passed away on October 8, 2024;

  AND WHEREAS, Karlon joined the Transportation and Works Department in 2020 and worked at MiWay up until his death;

  AND WHEREAS Karlon loved his position as a mechanic at MiWay, he was not just dedicated to his work; he was also inspired to aid MiWay in developing the Lead Hand training module, leaving a lasting impact on our team;

  AND WHEREAS his approachable nature, sincerity, politeness, and respect for everyone, made him a beloved member of our community, Karlon had a genuine love for learning and was always eager to tackle new challenges.  

  AND WHEREAS Karlon is survived by his wife and two sons and many others who loved him;

  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 Conliffe family.

16.2

To appoint a new member of the Board of Management for the Port Credit Business Improvement Area (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0218-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  WHEREAS pursuant to Section 204(3) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended, all members of a board of management of a business improvement area shall be appointed by the municipality;

      AND WHEREAS the Port Credit BIA notified the City Clerk’s Office that Wassim Al-Roz, Julia Chatterji, Dani Habbal and Dorothy Hagel resigned from the board of management of the Port Credit BIA;

      AND WHEREAS on August 28, 2024 Paul Michel was selected by a vote of the membership of the board of management of the Port Credit BIA to be a director of its board of management;

      NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga hereby ENACTS as follows:

  1.    That the following directors have resigned from the Board of Management of the Port Credit Business Improvement Area effective on the following dates:

  (i)    Wassim Al-Roz        February 1, 2024
  (ii)    Julia Chatterji            February 1, 2024
  (iii)    Dorothy Hagel            February 1, 2024
  (iv)    Dani Habbal            March 27, 2024

  2.    That Paul Michel be appointed to the Board of Management for the Port Credit Business Improvement Area effective retroactively to August 28, 2024 for a term of office to expire on November 14, 2026, or until such time as their successor is appointed.

  3.    That as of the effective date set out in Section 2, the Board of Management for the Port Credit Business Improvement Area is therefore made up of the following individuals appointed by the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga for a term of office to expire on November 14, 2026, or until such time as their successors are appointed:

  (i)    John Pappas, Chair
  (ii)    Brenda McGarrell, Treasurer
  (iii)    Marlene Baur, Director
  (iv)    Ryan Joseph Long, Director
  (v)    Paul Michel, Director
  (vi)    James Shipp, Director
  (vii)    Lucie Zima, Director
  (viii)    Councillor Stephen Dasko

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

16.3

To amend the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0219-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

  WHEREAS pursuant to Section 204 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended, Council may enact by-laws to establish a Board of Management for an improvement area for a term of office concurrent with that of the council that appoints them or until their successors are appointed.

  NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga hereby ENACTS as follows:

  
  1.    That Gail-Ann (Mercedez) Martinez, is hereby removed from the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area effective October 8, 2024

  2.    That the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area is therefore made up of the following individuals appointed by the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga for a term of office to expire on November 14, 2026, or until such time as their successors are appointed:

  1.    Adil Abrahim
  2.    Shawn Abrahim
  3.    Shakeel Alam
  4.    Neena Anand
  5.    Sharon Johnson
  6.    Tony Nguyen
  7.    Andrew Rizk
  8.    Amardeep Singh
  9.    Roya Vakili
  10.    Muhammad Ajmaal Whyne
  11.    Dave Cook
  Councillor Dipika Damerla  

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

16.4

To close to the public a meeting of the Members of Council on October 30, 2024 at 1:30PM to facilitate an Education Session with Members of Council and Peel Regional Police (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0220-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid

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

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

  Now therefore be it resolved that a meeting on October 30, 2024 at 1:30PM with Members of Council and Peel Regional Police shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matter:

   [Pursuant to section 239 (3.1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended]:

  Educational Session: Peel Regional Police.

  YES (11)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Mayor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (11 to 0)

16.5

To close to the public a portion of the Council meeting to be held on October 30, 2024 to deal with various matters. (See Item 21 Closed Session

• RESOLUTION 0230-2024
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  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 October 30, 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: Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by Sheridan Retail Inc. with respect to the lands located at 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, (Ward 8)

  21.2     Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose:  Playing Sports on City Streets

  YES (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

17.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF BY-LAWS

17.1

A by-law to authorize the execution of a Development Agreement (Consent) between Vishwanath Bhardwaj and Simta Bhardwaj and The Corporation of the City of Mississauga 1039 Roosevelt Road (“B”40/24) (CONSENT)

Committee of Adjustment By-law 350-2007/July 18, 2024

0190-2024

17.2

A by-law to Adopt Mississauga Official Plan Amendment No. 181 OPA 24-4 W1 (CONSENT)

PDC-0046-2024/October 7, 2024

0191-2024

17.3

A by-law to authorize the execution of a Payment-in-Lieu of Parking Agreement between Indwell Community Homes and The Corporation of the City of Mississauga (FA31 24-3 W2) (CONSENT)

PDC-0045‑2024/October 7, 2024

0192-2024

17.4

A by-law to establish certain lands as part of the municipal highway system - Fairview Road East (Ward 4) (CONSENT)

HOZ 21-5

0193-2024

17.5

A by-law to establish certain lands as part of the municipal highway system - Thomas Street (Ward 11) (CONSENT)

SP 21-181

0194-2024

17.6

A by-law to establish certain lands as part of the municipal highway system Pinewood Trail (Ward 1)

B 33/22

Councillor Dasko enquired about the by-law to establish certain lands as part of the municipal highway system Pinewood Trail. Sam Rogers, Commissioner, Transportation and Works spoke to the Committee of Adjustment application. 

0195-2024

17.7

A by-law to establish certain lands as part of the municipal highway system - Lakeshore Road East (Ward 1) (CONSENT)

HOZ 23-9

0196-2024

17.8

A by-law to establish certain lands as part of the municipal highway system - Mavis Road (Ward 6) (CONSENT)

SP-13-002

0197-2024

17.9

A by-law to appoint a new member of the Board of Management for the Port Credit Business Improvement Area (CONSENT)

0218-2024/October 30, 2024

0198-2024

17.10

A by-law to amend By-law Number 0225-2007, as amended - All Protected Major Transit Station Areas (PMTSAs) along the Hazel McCallion Line, Transitway, future Dundas BRT, future Lakeshore BRT, Malton GO Station and Clarkson GO Station (CONSENT)

PDC-0044-2024/October 7, 2024

0199-2024

17.11

A by-law to amend By-law No. 555-2000, as amended, being the Traffic By-law, Lower Driveway Blvd Parking, All-way Stops, Speed Reduction (Wards 1,2,5-11)

GC-0133-2020/March 25, 2020

No discussion took place. 

0200-2024

17.12

A by-law to designate 3625 Cawthra Road as being of cultural heritage value or interest (CONSENT)

HAC-0051-2024/June 18, 2024

0201-2024

17.13

A by-law to approve the allocation of funds from Reserve Fund 32121 to PN 24413 and Reserve Fund 31335 to PN 24117 (CONSENT)

Resolution 0109-2024/June 12, 2024

0202-2024

17.14

A by-law to amend By-law 0040-2023, being a by-law to appoint members of the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area (CONSENT)

0219-2024/October 30, 2024

0203-2024

18.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL

Councillor Damerla spoke to a matter regarding a housing development update. Mayor Parrish enquired about water and waste management and building infrastructure. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner, Planning and Development and Geoff Wright, City Manager and CAO responded.

19.

COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES

Councillor Butt enquired about pre-construction homes and development charges. Graham Walsh, City Solicitor responded.

Councillor Fonseca spoke to a previous report regarding flood mitigation and that the report included a funding grant deadline of November 1, 2024 and enquired if staff had received any disaster mitigation funds. She further spoke to a Public Information Session – Flooding 2024 on November 13, 2024. Sam Rogers, Commissioner, Transportation and Works responded and noted that staff applied for both grants and that staff would follow-up on the status of the disaster mitigation funds. 

Councillor Damerla spoke to an electronic scooter being left on a sidewalk. S. Rogers spoke to the reporting process of scooters being picked up. Councillor Mahoney enquired about an update on the pilot scooter program. S. Rogers noted a progress report would be to Council in December. 

20.

OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor Parrish welcomed Marisa Chiu as the new Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. 

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

21.

CLOSED SESSION

Council went into Closed Session at 12:24PM and returned at 1:20PM.  (See Item 16.1 Motions - to close to the public a portion of the Council meeting to be held on October 30, 2024 to deal with various matters). Councillor Fonseca Chaired the meeting at 1:20PM. 

21.1

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 Sheridan Retail Inc. with respect to the lands located at 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, (Ward 8) (CONSENT)

No discussion took place and was voted on during public session. 

• RESOLUTION 0221-2024
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  Seconded By Councillor M. Reid
  1. That Council accept the proposed settlement of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeal pertaining to 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, 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 Sheridan Retail Inc. with respect to the lands located at 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, (Ward 8)”;

      

  2. That the City Solicitor, or his designate, be authorized to execute Minutes of Settlement and take such additional steps as may be required to complete and implement the proposed settlement, with the assistance of such City staff or consultants as may be appropriate, including appearing before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of the settlement reached; and

      

  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 (10)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (1)	Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (10 to 0)

21.2

Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose:  Playing Sports on City Streets

Georgios Fthenos, Director, Enforcement and Graham Walsh, City Solicitor spoke to the subject matter and answered questions from Members of Council.

The following recommendation was voted on and passed during public session.

• RESOLUTION 0231-2024
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor N. Hart

  That the verbal closed session update regarding Playing Sports on City Streets be received. 

  YES (7)	Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
  ABSENT (5)	Mayor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor A. Tedjo

  Carried (7 to 0)

22.

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 October 30, 2024 which includes: recommendations, any reports of committees and of local boards, each motion and resolution passed and other actions taken by the Council. 

0204-2024

23.

ADJOURNMENT - 1:21PM