Council

Meeting #:

Date:

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

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 Bonnie Crombie
• Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
• Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Ward 2
• Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
• Councillor John Kovac, Ward 4
• Councillor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
• Councillor Joe Horneck, Ward 6
• Councillor Dipika Damerla, Ward 7
• Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
• Councillor Martin Reid, Ward 9
• Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
• Councillor Brad Butt, Ward 11

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO 

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor 

Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Corporate Services 

Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works 

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building 

Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services 

Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services and Clerk 

Sacha Smith, Manager/Deputy Clerk, Secretariat and Access & Privacy 

Stephanie Smith, Supervisor, Legislative Services

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1.

CALL TO ORDER - 9:32AM

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND STATEMENT

Mayor Crombie recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Mahoney

That the agenda of the September 27, 2023 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

4.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil

5.

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING

5.1

Council Minutes - September 13, 2023

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Fonseca

That the minutes of the September 13, 2023 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

6.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil

7.

DEPUTATIONS

7.1

Michael Rizzo, CEO, Food For Good regarding the Food For Food program aligning with the City of Mississauga’s health initiatives

Mr. Rizzo spoke to the Food For Food program aligning with the City of Mississauga’s health initiatives. 

Members of Council enquired about current schools participating in the program, nutritional information, and the cost to vendors and parents to participate. Mr. Rizzo responded to questions. 

8.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - Nil

9.

CONSENT AGENDA

• RESOLUTION 0213-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  The following items were approved on the consent agenda as listed on September 27, 2023 Council Agenda:

  - 10.1 Tax Adjustments pursuant to Section 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act

  - 11.1 - 11.3 Committee Reports 

  - 16.4 Motion 

  - 17.1 - 17.2 & 17.4 - 17.8 By-laws

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

10.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF CORPORATE REPORTS

         

10.1

Tax Adjustments pursuant to Section 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0214-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the tax adjustments outlined in Appendix 1 of the report from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer dated, September 5, 2023, entitled, “Tax Adjustments Pursuant to Section 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act”, be approved for cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.

PRESENTATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

11.1

Audit Committee Report 3 - 2023 - dated September 11, 2023 (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0215-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  That Recommendations AC-0012-2023 – AC-0014-2023 as contained in the Audit Committee Report 3-2023 dated September 11, 2023 be approved.

  AC-0012-2023

  That the Corporate Report dated July 17, 2023 from the Acting Director, Internal Audit with respect to the status of the 2023 Internal Audit Work Plan, and the changes to the Internal Audit Work Plan, be approved.

  (AC-0012-2023)

  AC-0013-2023

  That the Corporate Report dated August 15, 2023 from the Acting Director, Internal Audit entitled “Fraud Risk Management Review” be received for information.

  (AC-0013-2023)

  AC-0014-2023

  That the Corporate Report dated August 4, 2023, entitled “Status of Outstanding Audit Recommendations as of June 30, 2023” from the City Manager & Chief Administrative Officer be received for information.

  (AC-0014-2023)

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.2

Planning and Development Committee Report 14-2023 - dated September 18, 2023 (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0216-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  That Recommendations PDC-0056-2023 – PDC-0061-2023 as contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report 14-2023 dated September 18, 2023 be approved.

  PDC-0056-2023

  That the sign variance application under File SGNBLD 22-3864 VAR (W5), Pattison Outdoor Advertising, 3205 Derry Road East, to permit one single sided (west facing) billboard sign with electronic changing copy (electronic billboard sign) be approved.

  PDC-0057-2023

  That the sign variance application under File SGNBLD 23-6953 VAR (W2), Permit World, 1061 Winston Churchill Boulevard, to permit one single sided (south facing) billboard sign with electronic changing copy (electronic billboard sign) be approved.

  PDC-0058-2023

  That the sign variance application under file SGNBLD 23-6512 VAR (W6), Gilda Collins, 1615 Dundas Street West, to permit one billboard sign with one electronic changing copy sign face (electronic billboard sign) be approved.

  PDC-0059-2023

  That the sign variance application under file SGNBLD 23-6777 VAR (W8), Chris Roubekas, 3915 Dundas Street West, to permit one billboard sign with two electronicchanging copy sign faces (electronic billboard sign) be deferred.

  PDC-0060-2023

  1.That City Council direct Legal Services, appropriate City staff and any necessary consultants to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearing in opposition to the Official Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Plan of Subdivision applications in their current form, for the lands at 1580-1650 Dundas Street East and for Legal Services to bring a report to Council should there be a potential for settlement.

  2.That City Council authorize the Planning and Building Department to instruct Legal Services on requesting mediation or to otherwise enter into settlement discussions during or before the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing process.

  PDC-0061-2023

  1.That City Council direct Legal Services, appropriate City staff and any necessary consultants to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) hearing in opposition to the Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning applications in their current form, for the lands at 21-51 Queen Street North to permit a 9 storey condominium apartment building containing 444 units with ground floor commercial space, and for Legal Services to bring a report to Council should there be a potential for settlement.

  2.That City Council authorize the Planning and Building Department to instruct Legal Services on requesting mediation or to otherwise enter into settlement discussions during or before the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing process.

  3.That three oral submissions be received.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.3

General Committee Report 15 - 2023 - dated September 20, 2023 (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0217-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  That Recommendations GC-0397-2023 – GC-0434-2023 as contained in the General Committee Report 15 - 2023 - dated September 20, 2023, be approved.

  GC-0397-2023

  That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

  • 10.2 Mississauga-Halton Boundary Road Agreement (Ward 8)
  • 10.3 Amendment to Procurement By-law 0013-2022
  • 10.4 Designation of Network, Voice Communication and Collaboration Infrastructure Hardware and Software City Standards and Associated Single Source Approvals: PRC001284 (Cisco), PRC001292 (OnX)
  • 10.6 Operating Budget Forecast as at June 30, 2023
  • 10.7 New Corporate Policy - Tax Refund Policy
  • 10.8 Fire & Emergency Services 2023 Vehicle Procurement
  • 11.1 Environmental Advisory Committee Report 5 - 2023 - dated September 5, 2023
  • 11.2 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 4 - 2023 - dated September 12, 2023
  • 11.3 Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee Report 1 - 2023 – dated September 13, 2023
  • 11.4 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 8 - 2023 - dated September 12, 2023

     

  GC-0398-2023

  1. That the report entitled “MiWay 2024 Hybrid Bus Procurement Update” dated September

     5, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be approved.

  2. That additional funds of $9,500,000 be approved to increase project PN # 24201 – Transit Bus Acquisitions - Hybrid Replacement gross budget to $94,700,000 and the increase be incorporated into the 2024-2027 Business Plan & 2024 Capital Budget.
  3. That the $9,500,000 increase be funded from 33121-tax capital reserve fund and be preauthorized in advance of the 2024-2027 Business Plan & 2024 Budget, to allow the

     award recommendation for the 2024 procurement of 82 Hybrid-Electric buses.

      

  GC-0399-2023

  That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be authorized to negotiate and execute, on

  behalf of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga, a Mississauga-Halton Boundary Road

  Agreement with the Regional Municipality of Halton, to govern the maintenance and repair of

  the boundary roads between them, including any amendments and all necessary documents

  ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services, as outlined in the report from the

  Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated August 25, 2023 and entitled “Mississauga-

  Halton Boundary Road Agreement”.

  GC-0400-2023

  1. That the report from the Commissioner of Corporate Services dated August 31, 2023

     entitled “Amendment to Procurement Bylaw 0013-2022” be approved.

  2. That a by-law be enacted to amend the Procurement By-law 0013-2022, to implement

     the recommended revisions outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Corporate

     Services, dated August 31, 2023 entitled “Amendment to Procurement Bylaw 0013-2022”.

  3. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

      

  GC-0401-2023

  1. That the report from the Commissioner of Corporate Services dated June 2, 2023

     entitled “Designation of Network, Voice Communication and Collaboration Infrastructure

     Hardware and Software City Standards and Associated Single Source Approvals; File

     Ref: PRC001284 (Cisco), PRC001292 (OnX)” be received.

  2. That Council approve the Network, Voice Communication and Collaboration

     Infrastructure Hardware and Software, as described in Appendix 1, as City Standards for

     the term of ten (10) years in accordance with the City’s Procurement By-law 0013-2022,

     as amended.

  3. That the Chief Procurement Officer, or designate, be authorized to specify the Network,

     Voice Communication and Collaboration Infrastructure Hardware and Software City

     Standards in procurement processes to: (1) leverage Cisco’s authorized value added

     reseller channels in competitive processes; or (2) procure directly from Cisco Systems

     Canada Co.; in accordance with the City’s Procurement By-law 0013-2022, as amended.

  4. That the Chief Procurement Officer, or designate, be authorized to execute any

     contracts resulting from the procurement processes described in Recommendation 3, in

     accordance with the City’s Procurement By-law 0013-2022, as amended, in a form

     satisfactory to Legal Services, for a term of up to ten (10) years, and subject to the

     funding for such procurements (estimated value of $60 Million) being approved by

     Council.

      

  GC-0402-2023

  1. That the report dated September 1, 2023 entitled “Capital Works in Progress (WIP)

     Update as at June 30, 2023 from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

     including Appendices 1 to 6 be approved.

  2. That the Treasurer be authorized to fund and close the capital projects as identified in

     this report as outlined in Appendix 2.

  3. That $2,034,235.00 be transferred from Contribution – Capital and Maintenance

     Reserve Fund (35201) to the Tax Capital Reserve Fund (33121).

  4. That $25,320.00 be transferred from Contribution – Capital and Maintenance Reserve

     Fund (35201) to the Developer Contributions – Bike Lanes (37511) Reserve Fund.

  5. That $3,007.89 be transferred from the Contribution – Capital and Maintenance Reserve

     Fund (35201) to Contributions – Tree Planting (35215) Reserve Fund.

  6. That $6,728.88 be transferred from Contribution – Capital and Maintenance Reserve

     Fund (35201) to Contributions – Parks (35219) Reserve Fund.

  7. That $583,051.73 be transferred from Tax Capital Reserve Fund (33121) to Special

     Holding Reserve Fund (35589) Reserve Fund.

  8. That a new Reserve Fund “Housing Accelerator Fund” (35581) be created to manage

     funding for program eligible expenses.

  9. That a new Reserve Fund “Section 37 – Bonus Zoning” (35400) be created under

     Section 37 of the Planning Act.

  10. That $7,794,415.74 be transferred from CBC Reserve Fund (35220) to the Section 37 –

      Bonus Zoning (35400) Reserve Fund.

  11. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

       

  GC-0403-2023

  That the report dated September 8, 2023 entitled “Operating Budget Forecast as at June 30,

  2023” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer be received for information.

  GC-0404-2023

  That the Tax Refund Policy, attached as Appendix 1 to the report dated September 1, 2023

  entitled “New Corporate Policy – Tax Refund Policy” from the City Manager and Chief

  Administrative Officer be approved.

  GC-0405-2023

  That funding of $12,759,000 budgeted between 2024 and 2027 be approved ahead of the 2024

  Business Plan and Budget, in addition to $3,382,925 previously approved to facilitate execution

  of a 5-year procurement contract as outlined in the corporate report dated August 30, 2023

  entitled "Fire & Emergency Services 2023 Vehicle Procurement” from the City Manager & Chief

  Administration Officer.

  GC-0406-2023

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Jonathan Brown, Green Infrastructure Planner/Research and Policy Director, STEM-The-Tide regarding Digital Twin Solution for Green Infrastructure, be received.

  (EAC-0019-2023)

  GC-0407-2023

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Sadia Butt, MFC, PhD, Urban Forestry Professional and ISA Certified Arborist regarding Combating Malpractice in Tree Care in Mississauga - Revisiting Arboriculture Best Practices, be received.

  (EAC-0020-2023)

  GC-0408-2023

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Dianne Zimmerman, Manager, Environment regarding a summary on the Environmental Action Committee Work Plan Session, be received.

  (EAC-0021-2023)

  GC-0409-2023

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Vasya Jeyakanthan, Waste Management Assistant regarding Circular Economy Initiatives at the City of Mississauga, be received.

  (EAC-0022-2023)

  GC-0410-2023

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

  10.1 – Environmental Action Committee (EAC) Work Plan

  (EAC-0023-2023)

  GC-0411-2023

  That the deputation and assoicated presentation from Max Gill, Supervisor, Road Safety regarding School Zone Speed Limits, be received.

  (MCAC-0023-2023)

  GC-0412-2023

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Laura Zeglen, Project Leader, Vision Zero regarding Vision Zero Update, be received.

  (MCAC-0024-2023)

  GC-0413-2023

  That the deputation and assoicated presentation from Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation regarding Quarterly Capital Program, be received.

  (MCAC-0025-2023)

  GC-0414-2023

  That the deputation from Scott Holmes, Senior Manager, Works Administration Operations & Maintenance regarding Bike Lane Winter Maintenance, be received.

  (MCAC-0026-2023)

  GC-0415-2023

  That Julene Stennett, Vicki Tran, and Ryan Donik be appointed to the Communications and Promotions Subcommittee for the term ending November 14, 2026 or until successors are appointed.

  (MCAC-0027-2023)

  GC-0416-2023

  That Adrianne Szabo, Mark Currie, Bill Johnson and Vicki Tran be appointed to the Network and Technical Subcommittee for the term ending November 14, 2026 or until successors are appointed.

  (MCAC-0028-2023)

  GC-0417-2023

  That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee 2023 Action Item List for September 12, 2023, be approved.

  (MCAC-0029-2023)

  GC-0418-2023

  That the verbal Update from Catherine Nguyen-Pham, Communications Advisor regarding the Ping Street App, be received.

  (MCAC-0030-2023)

  GC-0419-2023

  That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee change the meeting start time from 6:30 PM to 6:00 PM and that this change be implemented at the next MCAC meeting on October 10, 2023.

  (MCAC-0031-2023)

  GC-0420-2023

  That Pamela Gunn be appointed Co-Chair of the Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee for the term ending November 14, 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

  (CRDHAC-0001-2023)

  GC-0421-2023

  That Councillor Dipika Damerla be appointed Co-chair of the Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee for the term ending November 14, 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

  (CRDHAC-0002-2023)

  GC-0422-2023

  That the deputation and associated presentation from Uzma Shakir, Strategic Leader, Diversity & Inclusion regarding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 2022 Progress Report, be received.

  (CRDHAC-0003-2023)

  GC-0423-2023

  That the deputation and assoicated presentation from Uzma Shakir, Strategic Leader, Diversity & Inclusion regarding Canadian Legislative Obligations regarding Racism, Diversity & Hatred, be received.

  (CRDHAC-0004-2023)

  GC-0424-2023

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

  • 9.1 2023 Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee Orientation

  (CRDHAC-0005-2023)

  GC-0425-2023

  That the Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee Terms of Reference and Work Plan Discussion, be received.

  (CRDHAC-0006-2023)

  GC-0426-2023

  That the Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee meetings be provided in hybrid format.

  (CRDHAC-0007-2023)

  GC-0427-2023

  That the Combating Racism, Discrimination and Hatred Advisory Committee 2023 Meeting Date Memorandum, be received.

  (CRDHAC-0008-2023)

  GC-0428-2023

  That the deputation by David Hurst, resident representing the Featherston Homeowners to the Heritage Advisory Committee on September 12, 2023 regarding item 10.1 - 1530 Outer Circle Road, be received for information.

  (HAC-0045-2023)

  GC-0429-2023

  1. That the memorandum entitled "1530 Outer Circle Road (Ward 8) from John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage and Museums dated July 28, 2023, be received for information.
  2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee requests that a representative of University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) make a deputation regarding the proposed F2 Building development (formerly the ACT building) to a future Heritage Advisory Committee meeting.
  3. That staff from the City's forestry department attend the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting regarding the preservation of the forest around the proposed F2 building development area.
  4. That heritage staff consult with legal services to discuss options to preserve the forest around the proposed F2 building development area.

  (HAC-0046-2023)

  (Ward 8)

  GC-0430-2023

  That the memorandum entitled “Streetsville Kinsmen Senior Citizen Centre Renaming” from Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services dated August 18, 2023, be received for information. 

  (HAC-0047-2023)

  GC-0431-2023

  1. That Council consent to the proposed settlement of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeal

     pertaining to 189 Dundas Street West and 3061 Parkerhill Road, consistent with the terms outlined in Appendix 1 to the Corporate Report “Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by Augend 189 Dundas West Village Properties Ltd. with respect to the lands located at 189 Dundas Street West and 3061 Parkerhill Road, (Ward 7)”.

  2. That the City Solicitor, or her designate, be authorized to execute Minutes of Settlement and take such additional steps required to complete and implement the proposed settlement of the Ontario Land Tribunal appeals relating to 189 Dundas Street West and 3061 Parkerhill Road with the assistance of such City staff or consultants as may be appropriate.
  3. That the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk be authorized to execute any documents which may be required to complete and implement the settlement, other than Minutes of Settlement.

      

  GC-0432-2023

  That instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals to the Ontario Land Tribunal by 30 Eglinton Avenue West Limited with respect to the lands located at 30 Eglinton Avenue West, (Ward 4), be deferred.

  GC-0433-2023

  That staff be directed to undertake the actions outlined in item 17.3 entitled “Update on Peel Transition” in the closed session and that the verbal update be received.

  GC-0434-2023

  That the closed session verbal update be received.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

12.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS - Nil

13.

PETITIONS - Nil

14.

CORRESPONDENCE

14.1

Information Items - Nil

14.2

Direction Items

14.2.1

Request for Municipal Significance Designation for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit: Grava Custom Print & Poseidon X Cocktails to host a Talk N' Dance: Networking Party at Livadia Banquet Hall on October 20, 2023

Councillor Dasko spoke to the Municipal Significance Designation for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit.

• RESOLUTION 0219-2023
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor D. Damerla

  WHEREAS Grava Custom Print & Poseidon X Cocktails will be having an indoor Talk N' Dance: Networking Party at Livadia Banquet Hall located in 918 Dundas St E Units C2 & C3 on October 20, 2023 from 7pm to 1:30am ;

  AND WHEREAS the organizers will be selling alcoholic beverages; 

  AND WHEREAS the organizers expect an attendance up to 250 people;

  NOW THEREFORE BE RESOLVED that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the City of Mississauga deems the Talk N' Dance: Networking Party on October 20, 2023 at Livadia Banquet Hall ; as one of municipal significance for the purpose of obtaining a Special Occasion Permit (SOP); subject to all necessary permits and approvals being obtained and compliance with all City of Mississauga by-laws

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

15.

NOTICE OF MOTION - Nil

16.

MOTIONS

16.1

To express sincere condolences to the family of Gordon Elmer Bentley, former Chief of the Mississauga Fire Department who passed away on July 28, 2023

Mayor Crombie expressed condolences to the family of Gordon Elmer Bentley. 

• RESOLUTION 0220-2023
  Moved By Councillor B. Butt
  Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden

  WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened by the passing of Gordon Bentley former Chief of the Mississauga Fire Department for the City of Mississauga, who passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2023; 

  AND WHEREAS Gordon joined the Streetsville Fire Department when he was 18, eventually becoming the Deputy Chief of the organization in 1959;

  AND WHEREAS Gordon was the Chief of the Mississauga Fire Department between 1979-1992, including during the famous Mississauga Train Derailment;

  AND WHEREAS Gordon served on many associations over the years, he was the Canadian director of the International Association of Fire Chiefs for many years and was also active in the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs;

  AND WHEREAS Gordon was the beloved husband of Jane Bentley for almost 72 years and will be greatly missed by his daughter Gordi Ann, predeceased by his son Chrys and was a dear father, grandfather, and great-grandfather;

  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 Bentley family. 

16.2

To express sincere condolences to the family of Giovanni (John) Puopolo, Transit Operator who passed away on Sunday September 3, 2023

Mayor Crombie expressed condolences to the family of Giovanni (John) Puopolo. 

• RESOLUTION 0221-2023
  Moved By Councillor C. Fonseca
  Seconded By Councillor J. Kovac

  WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing of Transit Operator Giovanni (John) Puopolo who passed away on Sunday September 3, 2023;

  AND WHEREAS, John joined the Transportation and Works Department in 1977 working as a transit operator for 46 years;

  AND WHEREAS John was known as a wonderful person and an employee that the Corporation was proud to have as a role model for his fellow operators; 

  AND WHEREAS John will be missed by his colleagues and the customers who were fortunate enough to know his service and kindness;

  AND WHEREAS John built a memorable and full life in the City of Mississauga since travelling from Italy via France in 1967 and is survived by his beloved wife Maria (Mary) of 39 years as well as their son and four cherished grandchildren;

  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 Puopolo family.

16.3

To express sincere condolences to the family of Joel Valenton, Transit Operator who passed away on Sunday September 3, 2023

Mayor Crombie expressed condolences to the family of Joel Valenton. 

• RESOLUTION 0222-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing of Transit Operator Joel Valenton who passed away on Sunday September 3, 2023;

  AND WHEREAS, Joel joined the Transportation and Works Department in 2012 working as a transit operator with MiWay for close to 11 years;

  AND WHEREAS Joel shared his humble and happy disposition with his work colleagues and transit customers;

  AND WHEREAS Joel was known as a remarkable person who touched the lives of many;

  AND WHEREAS Joel is survived by his wife and daughter;

  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 Valenton family.

16.4

A motion to amend part 2 of Recommendation GC-0108-2023 contained in the General Committee Report 6-2023 dated March 8, 2023 (Housekeeping) (CONSENT)

• RESOLUTION 0218-2023
  Moved By Councillor J. Horneck
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  WHEREAS Recommendation GC-0108-2023 in General Committee Report 6-2023 dated March 8, 2023 was approved by Council on March 22, 2023 by Resolution 0079-2023;

   

  AND WHEREAS Section 2 of Recommendation GC-0108-2023 omitted the inclusion for authority to execute any related or ancillary agreements and documents along with the authority to execute a Service Level Agreement;

   

  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

   

  That Section 2 of Recommendation GC-0108-2023 be deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

   

  2. That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and the City Clerk, or their respective designates, be authorized to execute a Service Level Agreement, and any related or ancillary agreements, including without limitation non disclosure or confidentiality agreements, amending agreements, extension agreements and any other related or ancillary agreements and documents, between The Corporation of the City of Mississauga and Bell Canada, for Bell Canada to implement its Fibre to the Home Project within Mississauga, all in a form satisfactory to Legal Services; and

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt

  Carried (12 to 0)

17.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF BY-LAWS

17.1

A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement (Minor Variance) between Stonebrook II Limited Partnership by its general partner Stonebrook II General Partner Ltd. and the City of Mississauga1035 Southdown Road(File No. “A” 195/22 W2) (CONSENT)

Committee of Adjustment By-law 350-2007/May 19, 2022

0144-2023

17.2

A by-law to amend By-law 0013-2022, to implement recommendations relating to Co-operative Procurements and Buying Groups (CONSENT)

GC-0400-2023/September 20, 2023

0145-2023

17.3

A by-law to transfer funds to and from various reserves and reserve funds to and from various capital projects 

GC-0402-2023/September 20, 2023

Councillor Horneck spoke to the Credit River Erosion Study. Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works spoke to the project funds.  

0146-2023

17.4

A by-law to amend By-law 0184-2022, being the Reserves and Reserves Funds By-law, as amended, to insert and delete various Discretionary Reserve Funds (CONSENT)

GC-0402-2023/September 20, 2023

0147-2023

17.5

A by-law to designate 1470 Pinetree Crescent as being of cultural heritage value or interest

GC-0221-2023/May 24, 2023

0148-2023

17.6

A by-law to designate 1239 Lakeshore Road East as being of cultural heritage value or interest (CONSENT)

0199-2022/November 16, 2022

0149-2023

17.7

A by-law to Amend By-law 833-83 to designate an additional structure on the Sanford Farm property located at 1200 Old Derry Road as being of cultural heritage value and interest (CONSENT)

GC-0642-2019/November 20, 2019

0150-2023

17.8

A by-law to appoint Principles Integrity as the Integrity Commissioner for the City of Mississauga for a term ending June 30, 2025, renewable for a further 4years & the execution of a professional services agreement for the appointment (CONSENT)

0151-2023

18.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL - Nil

19.

COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES

Councillor Dasko provided direction to staff to bring back a report regarding a pilot program for the zoning of religious assemblies for a shelter program. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building noted that staff would review and report back to Council.

Councillor Damerla enquired about a draft Memorandum of Understanding between the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and the City of Mississauga and the timeline for the negotiations. Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services responded and spoke to the process and timeline. Councillor Damerla further spoke to the engineering of new roads and the consideration for speed limits. Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works spoke to new roads and design principals.

Councillor Parrish spoke to the GST being removed from purpose built rentals in the Federal budget, that the Provincial portion of the GST is currently in legislation and spoke to further requests and other incentives for developers. Mr. Whittemore responded and spoke to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and noted that staff would review the questions and respond back to Council. Councillor Parrish further enquired about the Acting Mayor role and the Chief of Staff role. Diana Rusnov, Director, Legislative Services and Clerk responded and noted that this should be discussed during Closed Session.

Councillor Butt spoke to the street tree replanting and the street tree trimming program. Ms. Robillos spoke to service timelines and that she would provide Council an update. Councillor Butt further spoke to formal development applicants and costs associated with community meetings and directed staff to look into a community meeting fee for reimbursement. Mr. Whittemore responded and noted that staff would review and report back to Council. Councillor Damerla spoke to statutory meetings versus community meetings.

Councillor Tedjo spoke to residents concerns regarding noise from people playing pickleball and directed staff to review the Outdoor Tennis and Pickleball Policy. Ms. Robillos spoke to the current policy, future park development and that staff would complete a scan of existing facilities and report back to Council. Councillor Tedjo further spoke to the 500 metre requirement for requesting an exemption to the Noise Control By-law. Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Corporate Services noted that staff would review and follow-up with the Councillor.

Councillor Fonseca enquired about the replacement service levels of trees and the tree canopy along the Etobicoke Creek Trail, trees covering catwalks and streetlights, and the status of the Dog Waste Program. Ms. Robillos responded and spoke to reporting of tree concerns to 311 and that staff would report back to the Councillor regarding the update on the Dog Waste Program. 

Councillor Horneck spoke to the change to the Go Train schedule to Route 21 and not receiving a reply back to a letter previously sent by the Mayor. Mr. Wright spoke to Go Train Route 21 and a previous meeting held with senior staff regarding Route 21. Direction was provided to staff to send a letter to the Minister of Transportation from the Mayor, Members of Council and the Transit Advisory Committee.

Councillor Mahoney spoke to the developer incentives and waiving the GST.

Councillor Butt spoke to rescheduling of the MPPs and MPs meeting that was previously cancelled. Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO spoke to the cancelling of the meeting due to AMO and rescheduling the meeting with MPPs and MPs. Mayor Crombie spoke to rescheduling the meeting in the New Year or spring.

20.

OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

Members of the Council announced various events and celebrations taking place across Mississauga.

21.

CLOSED SESSION - Nil

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 September 27, 2023, which includes: recommendations, any reports of committees and of local boards, each motion and resolution passed and other actions taken by the Council. 

0152-2023

23.

ADJOURNMENT - 10:49AM