General Committee

Meeting #:
Date:	Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Time:	9:30 A.m. - 10:30 A.m.
Location:	Online Video Conference

Members

• Mayor Bonnie Crombie
• Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
• Councillor Karen Ras, Ward 2
• Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
• Councillor John Kovac , Ward 4
• Councillor Carolyn Parrish, Ward 5
• Councillor Ron Starr, Ward 6 (CHAIR)
• Councillor Dipika Damerla , Ward 7
• Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
• Councillor Pat Saito, Ward 9
• Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
• Councillor George Carlson, Ward 11

Staff Present

Paul Mitcham, City Manager and CAO
Shawn Slack, Acting Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer
Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works
Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building
Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Community Services

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor
Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk
Sacha Smith, Manager of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk
Dayna Obaseki, Legislative Coordinator

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Councillor Starr, Chair called the meeting to order at 9:31AM.

2.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

That the order of the deputations be amended as followed; Item 7.2, followed by Items 7.3, 7.4, 7.5 and 4.1, then Closed Session Items 5.1 and 5.2 followed by Item 7.1.

Approved as Amended (Councillor Parrish)

3.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil.

4.

DEPUTATIONS

4.1

Brian Bentz, CEO, Alectra Inc. to provide an annual update on Alectra Inc.

Mr. Bentz presented and provided an annual update on Alectra Inc.  He noted financial performance, synergies, dividends, capital program, community giving, COVID-19, recognition and awards. 

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and raised the following questions and concerns;

• Electric Vehicle (EV);
• GHG (greenhouse gas) emissions;
• Municipal Climate Change targets;
• Synergy tracking; and
• Anti-Racism policies, practices and plans;

Mr. Bentz responded to the questions from the Committee.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0267-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Brian Bentz, CEO, Alectra Inc. with respect to the Annual Update on Alectra Inc. be received for information.

  Received

5.

CLOSED SESSION

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

 

 

• RECOMMENDATION
  Moved By Councillor M. Mahoney

  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 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 General Committee meeting to be held on May 26, 2021 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matter:

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

     1. Education Session: Brian Bentz, CEO, Alectra Inc. with respect to Alectra's Strategic Plan

     2. Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them: Amendments to Alectra Unanimous Shareholder Agreement

  Received

   

  The Committee went into Closed Session at 11:15AM

5.1

Education Session: 

Brian Bentz, CEO, Alectra Inc. with respect to Alectra's Strategic Plan

Mr. Bentz and Dennis Nolan, VP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Alectra Inc. presented an Education Session on Alectra's Strategic Plan. Norm Loberg, Chairman of the Alectra Board and Gerry Beasley, Alectra Board Member briefly spoke to the presentation.

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and raised questions. Mr. Bentz, Mr. Nolan, Mr. Beasley and John Basilio, Vice President and CFO, Alectra Inc. responded to questions from the Committee.

 

The Committee came out of closed session at 12:14PM.

As a result of the Closed Session, the following recommendation was voted on during Open Session:

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0268-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras

  That the Education Session conducted by Brian Bentz, CEO, Alectra Inc.with respect to Alectra's Strategic Plan be received for information. 

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

5.2

Information explicitly supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board by Canada, a province or territory or a Crown agency of any of them:

Amendments to Alectra Unanimous Shareholder Agreement

David Warner, Chair of Enersource Board and Shawn Slack, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer briefly spoke to the report. Councillor Ras briefly spoke to the matter.

 

The Committee came out of closed session at 12:14PM.

As a result of the Closed Session, the following recommendation was voted on during Open Session:

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0269-2021
  Moved By Mayor Crombie
  1. That the report titled “Amendments to Alectra Unanimous Shareholder Agreement” from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated May 6, 2021 (the “Report”) be received for information.
  2. That Council approve and delegate to the City Manager the execution and delivery by the City of a resolution of the shareholders of Enersource Corporation (“Enersource”), authorizing Enersource to approve the amendments to the Alectra Unanimous Shareholder Agreement attached as Appendix 4 to the Report, including any additional minor amendments that are to the satisfaction of the Chair of Enersource, the City Manager and the City Solicitor.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

6.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil.

7.

DEPUTATIONS

NOTE: The order of the deputations differed from the order listed under the Approval of Agenda. 

7.1

Item 11.1 - David Warner, Chair, Enersource Board

Mr. Warner presented and provided an overview on the 2020 Audited Financial Statements from Enersource Corporation. He noted the board members and meetings as well as Shareholders ownership, City investment, dividends, and cash flow. 

Councillor Ras briefly spoke to the matter and thanked Enersource and City of Mississauga’s financial staff.

Item 11.1 was brought forward and voted upon.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0270-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras

  That the deputation and associated presentation by David Warner, Chair, Enersource Board regarding corporate report dated May 4, 2021 entitled "2020 Audited Financial Statements for Enersource Corporation" be received for information.

  Received

7.2

Dimitri Soudas and Normand Latourelle, Board of Cavalia regarding the “Illumi” proposal

Mr. Soudas and Mr. Latourelle presented and provided an overview on the "Illumi" proposal. They noted the Board of Cavalia, the customization, the creation of jobs, sponsors and partnerships as well as eco-responsibility and generating tourism.  

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and raised the following questions and concerns;

• Process, permits, by-laws and timeline;
• Complaint process;
• Highway and MTO (Ministry of Transportation Ontario) approval;
• Environmental concerns regarding paving and/or gravelling;
• Ticket affordability;
• Music selection – local artist support;
• Drive thru, cycle and walkability;
• Similarities to light installations;
• Market analysis;
• Financial implications;
• Increase in Tourism; and
• Religious observances, inclusivity and Diversity Inclusion Advisory Committee (DIAC).

Mr. Latourelle and Mr. Soudas responded to questions from the Committee.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0271-2021
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Dimitri Soudas and Normand Latourelle, Board of Cavalia regarding the Illumi Proposal be received.

  Received

7.3

Glen Broll, Partner, Glenn Schnarr and Associates requesting permission to submit an application to the Committee of Adjustment to alter the height within the Zoning By-law that was approved within the last two years - 91 Eglinton Partnership Limited.

Mr. Broll presented and provided an overview on the request to submit an application to the Committee of Adjustment to alter the height within the Zoning By-law that was previously approved regarding 91 Eglinton Partnership Limited. 

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and raised the following questions and concerns regarding the application approval process. Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building responded by noting the effects of Bill 73 of the Planning Act.

Councillor Dasko requested a staff report be drafted formalizing a process for application amendments.

DIRECTION to staff to draft a corporate report that formalizes the process for application amendments that fall under the new legislation regime and to report back to General Committee.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0272-2021
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish

  Notwithstanding subsection 45.1.3 of the Planning Act, subsequent to Council approval of the development application, 91 Eglinton Limited Partnership (Liberty), 91 Eglinton Avenue East, 5055 Eglinton Avenue West and 131 Eglinton Avenue East, the applicant can apply for a minor variance application, provided that the maximum heights and FSI permitted on the subject lands shall not increase.

  YES (11)	Mayor Crombie, 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
  NO (1)	Councillor S. Dasko

  Carried (11 to 1)

7.4

Item 13.1 - Brad Butt, Vice-President, Government and Stakeholder Relations, Mississauga Board of Trade (MBOT)

Mr. Butt spoke to the Review of Business Licensing Fees and Relief Options corporate report and noted the Mississauga Board of Trade's (MBOT) request for Council to adopt a fee waiver for Tier 1 businesses as identified in the report. 

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0273-2021
  Moved By Councillor C. Fonseca

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Brad Butt, Vice-President Government and Stakeholder Relations regarding corporate report dated May 12, 2021 entitled "Review of Business Licensing Fees and Relief Options " be received for information.

  Received

7.5

Item 13.1 - Kulbir Gill, Alliance Personal Care

Mr. Gill spoke to the Review of Business Licensing Fees and Relief Options corporate report and noted that personal care services have been the most impacted and requests for Council to adopt a fee waiver for Tier 1 businesses as identified in the report. 

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0274-2021
  Moved By Councillor G. Carlson

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Kulbir Gill, Alliance Personal Care regarding corporate report dated May 12, 2021 entitled "Review of Business Licensing Fees and Relief Options" be received for information.

  Received

   

  The Committee recessed at 12:51PM.

  The Committee reconvened at 1:23PM.

8.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit

Public Comments: Advance registration is required to participate and/or to make comments in the virtual public meeting. Any member of the public interested in speaking to an item listed on the agenda must register by calling 905-615-3200 ext. 5425 or by emailing by Tuesday, May 25, 2021 before 9:30AM.

Pursuant to Section 42 of the Council Procedure By-law 0139-2013, as amended:

General Committee may grant permission to a member of the public to ask a question of General Committee, with the following provisions:

1. Questions shall be submitted to the Clerk at least 24 hours prior to the meeting;
2. A person is limited to two (2) questions and must pertain specific item on the current agenda and the speaker will state which item the question is related to;
3. The total speaking time shall be five (5) minutes maximum, per speaker, unless extended by the Mayor or Chair; and
4. Any response not provided at the meeting will be provided in the format of a written response.

No members of the public registered to speak. 

9.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO COVID-19

Mayor Crombie provided an update on COVID-19 regarding case numbers including the variants, the hospitals, the vaccine roll out and the current lockdown.

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and raised the following comments;

• Large gatherings at protests;
• Malton pop-up clinics;
• Noise by-law; and
• Volunteer group capacities in larger outdoor areas.

 

Councillor Saito requested that Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor provide a legal explanation and position in writing regarding protests in conjunction with the pandemic.

 

Councillor Starr requested a note on protocol regarding volunteer group capacities in outdoor areas.

10.

CONSENT AGENDA

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0275-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden

  The following items were approved on the consent agenda:

  • 11.2 - Enersource Corporation – Shareholders Resolution in Lieu of Annual General Meeting and Approval of Alectra Resolutions
  • 11.3 - Annual Treasurer's Statement Report: Summary of Activity in 2020
  • 11.4 - Single Source Recommendation for VFA Canada Corporation Contract Renewal, File Ref: PRC002306
  • 11.10 - Torbram Road Grade Separations Project – Contract Amendment (Ward 5)
  • 11.11 - Designation of Bicycle Lanes and Multi-Use Trails – Various Locations (Wards 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11)
  • 12.1 - Heritage Advisory Committee Report 5-2021 - May 11, 2021
  • 12.2 - Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 5-2021 - May 11, 2021
  • 12.3 - Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee Report 2-2021 - May 12, 2021
  • 18.1 - An email dated Friday, May 21, 2021 from Peter D. Pellier regarding Business Licensing Fees Relief Options

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.

MATTERS CONSIDERED

11.1

Enersource Corporation – 2020 Audited Financial Statements

This item was discussed and voted upon during Item 7.1.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0276-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras

  That the report dated May 4, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer with respect to the 2020 Audited Financial Statements for Enersource Corporation, be received for information.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.2

Enersource Corporation – Shareholders Resolution in Lieu of Annual General Meeting and Approval of Alectra Resolutions (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0277-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden
  1. That the financial statements of Enersource Corporation, as contained in the report from the Acting Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated May 4, 2021 entitled “Enersource Corporation – 2020 Audited Financial Statements,” be approved in lieu of an Annual General Meeting.
  2. That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Alectra Resolutions attached as Appendices 1 and 2 to the report from the City Solicitor entitled “Enersource Corporation – Shareholders Resolution in Lieu of Annual General Meeting and Approval of Alectra Resolutions” dated May 12, 2021, confirming the directors of Alectra, appointing its auditor and acknowledging receipt of the financial statements and annual report of Alectra for the financial year ended December 31, 2020.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.3

Annual Treasurer's Statement Report: Summary of Activity in 2020 (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0278-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden
  1. That the report dated April 30, 2021, entitled “Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report: Summary of Activity in 2020” from the Acting Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, required by the Development Charges Act, 1997 and Planning Act, be received for information.
  2. That Council endorse that the “Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report: Summary of Activity in 2020” complies with the reporting requirements of the Development Charges Act, 1997 and the Planning Act.
  3. That the City of Mississauga’s “Annual Treasurer’s Statement Report: Summary of Activity in 2020” be made available to the public on the City of Mississauga’s website.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor C. Parrish

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.4

Single Source Recommendation for VFA Canada Corporation Contract Renewal, File Ref: PRC002306 (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0279-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden
  1. That the single source procurement of VFA Facility Asset Management Solution for a period of five (5) years, as detailed in the corporate report entitled, “Single Source Recommendation for VFA Canada Corporation Contract Renewal”, dated March 22, 2021, from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer (“Purchase”), File Ref: PRC002306 be approved;
  2. That the Purchasing Agent or designate be authorized to execute all contracts and related ancillary documents with respect to the Purchase between the City and VFA Canada Corporation for an estimated amount of $135,954.82 exclusive of taxes, from May 1, 2021 to April 30, 2026, in accordance with the City’s Purchasing By-law 374-06, as amended;
  3. That the Purchasing Agent or designate be authorized to execute the necessary amendments to increase the value of the contract between the City and VFA Canada Corporation for software subscription services and professional services, for the purpose of accommodating growth or maintaining a state of good repair as required, if the funding for such contract increase has been approved by Council;
  4. That Council approve VFA Facility Asset Management Solution as a City Standard for a period of five (5) years, in accordance with the City’s Purchasing By-law 374-06, as amended.

  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 G. Carlson , and Councillor S. McFadden

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.5

Mississauga Matters: Summary of Priority Issues and Engagement Strategy for a Potential 2021 Federal Election

Councillor Saito and Rob Trewartha, Director of Strategic Initiatives spoke to the all-day two-way service Regional Express Rail on the Milton Corridor. 

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0280-2021
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito
  1. That the report entitled “Mississauga Matters: Summary of Priority Issues and Engagement Strategy for the 2021 Federal Election” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer dated May 11, 2021, be endorsed as the City of Mississauga’s priority issues pertaining to the potential 2021 federal election; and
  2. That the engagement tactics outlined in the report be approved for implementation, in the event of a 2021 federal election.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.6

Amendment to the Business Licensing By-Law 01-2006 to Permit Outdoor Clothing Donation Drop Boxes on Properties Zoned Residential, subject to Minor Variance Approval

Members of the Committee spoke to the matter and raised the following questions and concerns: 

• Lack of parameters;
• Criteria;
• Committee of Adjustment allowances;
• Licensing fees and renewable fees; and
• Bin monitoring process.

Sam Rogers, Director of Enforcement responded to questions from the Committee.

 

Councillor Ras requested that the report be referred without a recommendation to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting and to provide more information on the criteria and parameters.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0281-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras

  That the Corporate Report dated April 22, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation & Works entitled “Amendment to the Business Licensing By-Law 01-2006 to Permit Outdoor Clothing Donation Drop Boxes on Properties Zoned Residential, subject to Minor Variance Approval” be referred to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting without a recommendation for staff to provide more information regarding the criteria and parameters.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.7

All-Way Stop – Aviation Road at Montbeck Crescent (Ward 1)

Councillor Dasko noted the community feedback and requested that an all-way stop be implemented at the intersection of Aviation Road at Montbeck Crescent.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0282-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko

  That a by-law be enacted to amend the Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended to implement an allway stop control at the intersection of Aviation Road at Montbeck Crescent, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated April 27, 2021 and entitled “All-way Stop – Aviation Road at Montbeck Crescent (Ward 1)”.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.8

Increase to Contract with Matrix Solutions Inc. for the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Study (Wards 1 and 3)

Councillor Fonseca inquired if the stakeholders have been provided with an update and if the timelines will be hindered. Muneef Ahmad, Manager of Stormwater Projects and Approvals responded noting the timeline will not be hindered and the stakeholders will be updated post approval.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0283-2021
  Moved By Councillor C. Fonseca
  1. That the Purchasing Agent or designate be authorized to increase the contract with Matrix Solutions Inc. (Procurement No. PRC001249) to include additional Consulting services for the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Study by an estimated additional amount of $520,000 to an estimated revised total contract value of $1,020,000 (excluding taxes);
  2. That funding of $520,000 be transferred from the Stormwater Capital Reserve Fund (35992) to PN18-015, Little Etobicoke Creek Channel Improvement Dixie/Dundas Area, for a revised net budget of $1,220,000; and
  3. That all necessary bylaw(s) be enacted.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.9

Construction of Noise Walls along Southdown Road between South Sheridan Way and Wiseman Court (Ward 2)

Councillor Ras inquired about the construction of the multi-use trail and sidewalk replacement.

Helen Noehammer, Director Infrastructure Planning and Engineering Service and Steven Guan, Transportation Infrastructure Technologist noted they would provide a response directly to the Councillor.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0284-2021
  Moved By Councillor K. Ras
  1. That capital project PN 19-188 Noise Wall Program Retrofit be amended to a gross budget of $2,300,000 to be funded from the Tax-Capital Reserve Fund (33121) and the DCA Roads and Related Infrastructure Reserve Fund (31335);
  2. That funding of $650,000 be transferred from the Tax-Capital Reserve Fund (33121) to PN 19-188 Noise Wall Program Retrofit;
  3. That funding of $650,000 be transferred from the DCA Roads and Related Infrastructure Reserve Fund (31335) to PN 19-188 Noise Wall Program Retrofit;
  4. That Council express its intent to fund PN 19-188 Noise Wall Program Retrofit to the extent allowable from current and future development charges; and,
  5. That all necessary bylaws be enacted.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.10

Torbram Road Grade Separations Project – Contract Amendment (Ward 5) (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0285-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden

  That the Purchasing Agent or designate be authorized to increase the contract with AECOM Canada Ltd., for engineering consulting services, which includes contract administration and detailed design for the Torbram Road Grade Separations Project (PN 6104) from $7,520,000 to $8,220,000.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.11

Designation of Bicycle Lanes and Multi-Use Trails – Various Locations (Wards 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11) (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0286-2021
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden

  That a by-law be enacted to make the necessary amendments to Traffic By-Law 555-2000, as amended, including modifications to Schedule 3 (No Parking), Schedule 15 (Lane Designation), Schedule 34 (Bicycle Lanes) and Schedule 35 (Multi-Use Trails), in order to reflect newly constructed bicycle lanes and multi-use trails, as set out in the report titled “Designation of Bicycle Lanes and Multi-Use Trails – Various Locations (Wards 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 11)” dated May 10, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

11.12

Light Up The Square 2022 – Public Art Commission Partnership Proposal

Councillors Kovac and Parrish raised the following questions and concerns regarding multiple light show partnerships, installation cost and investors and the decision making panel committee. Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Community Services, Paul Damaso, Director of Arts & Culture and Amy Butoiske, Events Coordinator Celebration Square responded to the questions from the Councillors.

Councillor Mahoney departed the meeting at 2:30PM during the discussion of Item 11.12

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0287-2021
  Moved By Councillor J. Kovac
  1. That the Commissioner of Community Services or designate be authorized to negotiate and enter into a public art agreement with the Quartier des Spectacles Partnership (QDSP) in Montreal, to invest in commissioning a large-format, interactive artwork that will have its world premiere at Celebration Square, and to collect revenue from future third-party rentals of this artwork in the form of royalty fees, including all necessary documents ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.
  2. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.

   

  ABSENT(1): Councillor M. Mahoney

  YES (11)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (11 to 0)

12.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPORTS

12.1

Heritage Advisory Committee Report 5-2021 - May 11, 2021 (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden

  GC-0288-2021

  That the request to alter the heritage designated property at 1190 Dixie Road, as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated April 27, 2021, be approved.

  (HAC-0028-2021)

  (Ward 1)

  GC-0289-2021

  That the 1970s prefabricated pump house buildings at 385 Southdown Road, which is listed on the City’s Heritage Register, are not worthy of heritage designation, and consequently, that the owner’s request to demolish proceed through the applicable process, as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated April 27, 2021.

  (HAC-0029-2021)

  (Ward 2)

  GC-0290-2021

  That the Memorandum dated April 6, 2021 from Paul Damaso, Director, Arts and Culture Division, entitled "Alteration to a Heritage Listed Property:  1352 Nocturne Court (Ward 2)", be received.

  (HAC-0030-2021)

  (Ward 2)

  GC-0291-2021

  That the Memorandum dated April 20, 2021 from Paul Damaso, Director, Arts and Culture Division, entitled " Alteration to a Heritage Listed Property:  1471 Stavebank Road (Ward 1)", be received.

  (HAC-0031-2021)

  (Ward 1)

  GC-0292-2021

  That the resignation email from Jamie Stevens, Citizen Member Heritage Advisory Committee dated April 14, 2021, be received.

  (HAC-0032-2021)

  GC-0293-2021

  That Recommendations MVHCD-0003-2021 - MVHCD-0005-2021 inclusive contained in the Meadowvale Village Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee Report 3 - 2021 dated April 6, 2021 be approved.

  (HAC-0033-2021)

  (Ward 11)

  GC-0294-2021

  That Recommendations PCHCD-0005-2021 to PCHCD-0008-2021 inclusive contained in the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee Report 3 - 2021 dated May 3, 2021, be approved.

  (HAC-0034-2021)

  (Ward 1)

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

12.2

Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 5-2021 - May 11, 2021 (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden

  GC-0295-2021
  ​That Councillor Fonseca be appointed as Chair of the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee for the term ending November 14, 2022, or until a successor is appointed.

  (MCAC-0033-2021)

  GC-0296-2021
  That the deputation from Ian Dance and Shahrzad Nezafati, Dillon Consulting Ltd. regarding the Port Credit Harbour West Master Plan be received.

  (MCAC-0034-2021)

  GC-0297-2021
  That the deputation from Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation regarding Cycling Master Plan Update be received.

  (MCAC-0035-2021)

  GC-0298-2021
  That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Communications and Promotions Subcommittee be requested to write a letter of condolence on behalf of the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee to the family of the five-year-old who passed away at the intersection of Elm Drive and Hurontario Street.

  (MCAC-0036-2021)

  GC-0299-2021
  That the deputation from Erica Warsh, Project Leader, Vision Zero regarding Vision Zero Update and Action Plan be received.

  (MCAC-0037-2021)

  GC-0300-2021
  That the Network and Technical Subcommittee Update from Kris Hammel, Citizen Member be received.

  (MCAC-0038-2021)

  GC-0301-2021
  That the Communications and Promotions Subcommittee Update from Paulina Pedziwiatr, Citizen Member be received.

  (MCAC-0039-2021)

  GC-0302-2021
  That the verbal update from Fred Sandoval, Active Transportation Coordinator regarding the Bike the Creek Event be received.

  (MCAC-0040-2021)

  GC-0303-2021
  That the memorandum dated May 6, 2021 form Fred Sandoval, Active Transportation Coordinator, Active Transportation and Amy Parker, Active Transportation Technologist, Active Transportation entitled "2021 Quarterly Cycling Program Update (Q1)" be received for information.

  (MCAC-0041-2021)

  GC-0304-2021
  That the 2021 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Work Plan be approved.

  (MCAC-0042-2021)

  GC-0305-2021
  That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee 2021 Action List be approved.

  (MCAC-0043-2021)

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

12.3

Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee Report 2-2021 - May 12, 2021 (CONSENT)

• RECOMMENDATION
  Moved By Councillor S. McFadden

  GC-0306-2021
  That the deputation and associated presentation from Robert Trewartha, Director, Strategic Initiatives regarding the City's Employee Diversity and Inclusion Survey Results be received.
  (DIAC-0003-2021)

  GC-0307-2021
  That the email dated April 17, 2021 from Cindy Stevens, Citizen Member with respect to her resignation, from the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee be received.
  (DIAC-0004-2021)

  YES (12)

  Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

13.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

13.1

Review of Business Licensing Fees and Relief Options

This matter was referred to General Committee at the Council meeting on May 19, 2021 as per Council's direction. 

Councillors Starr, Dasko and Saito briefly spoke to the businesses that have been greatly impacted by the pandemic and suffered extended closures.

Councillors Dasko, Saito and Starr requested that the report be referred to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting and to provide more information regarding the list of tiered businesses.

Mayor Crombie departed the meeting at 2:40PM due to Other Municipal Business during the discussion of Item 13.1

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0308-2021
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito

  That the Corporate Report dated May 12, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation & Works entitled “Review of Business Licensing Fees and Relief Options” be referred to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting without a recommendation for staff to provide more information regarding the tiered businesses.

   

  ABSENT (2): Mayor B. Crombie and Councillor M. Mahoney

  YES (10)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (10 to 0)

14.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL

Councillor Parrish spoke to the Brampton Watermain and Sanitary Sewer Upgrades Project matter and the Region of Peel’s associated liability. 

15.

COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES

Councillors Ras and Saito inquired about fireworks options. Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works responded noting he would provide an update to the Councillors directly.

 

Councillor Ras inquired about the aerial spray for Gypsy Moths. Jodi Robillos, Director of Parks, Forestry and Environment responded noting that the aerial spray schedule, benchmarking with conservation authorities and other municipalities as well as publicly ground spraying and tree injections.

 

Councillors Ras and Parrish requested for a jurisdictional scan on banning gas blowers. Mr. Wright responded noting that he would provide a jurisdictional scan directly to the Councillors.

 

Councillor Ras inquired about environmental initiatives, such as No Mow May, that conflict with City by-laws. Staff to follow up with the councillor directly.

 

Councillor Saito inquired about utilizing smaller winter plows for sidewalks and bike lanes. Mr. Wright responded noting he would follow up with the active transportation winter maintenance and report back directly to the Councillor.

 

Councillor Dasko requested signage at parks indicating a fireworks ban in parks and that those signs to be installed before Canada Day. Shari Lichterman, Commissioner of Community Services responded noting she would follow up with the Councillor directly.

 

Councillor Parrish requested for an accelerated garbage clearance in parks, which may need additional garbage cans or staff. Ms. Robillos responded noting that staff is working at full capacity daily, temporary summer staff including students have been hired and additional cans are scheduled to be added.

 

Councillor Fonseca requested that staff follow up with the Conservation Authorities regarding areal spraying for gypsy moths.  

 

Councillor Fonseca inquired about the process of non-compliance of stop signs. Mr. Wright responded noting that he would provide a step by step process in writing to the Councillor directly.

 

Councillor Fonseca requested a copy of the digital speed boards inventory and to have the digital speed boards constantly display the speed versus only when a driver is exceeding the speed limit. Mr. Wright noted he would report back to the Councillor directly.

 

Councillor Saito inquired about the privacy regarding the citywide surveys. Mr. Wright responded that he would follow up and report back to the Councillor directly.

 

Councillor Starr inquired about the status on the pond and parking at Riverwood Park. 

16.

OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

Councillor Dasko announced the Port Credit BIA business launch and the Farmer’s Market at the Small Arms Building parking lot.

Councillor Saito announced the upcoming third session of the Black Caucus and Tourism week.

Councillor Fonseca announced National Bike Count Pedal Poll and offered condolences to the family of Gill Caldwell.

Councillor Parrish presented photos of the upcoming Malton Youth Hub Design.

17.

CLOSED SESSION

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

Items 17.2 and 17.3 were referred to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting. Members of the Committee decided to not go into closed session as no discussion regarding Item 17.1 was required.

17.1

A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board: Authority to Sign a Letter of Intent with the Region of Peel in Connection with the Acquisition of Rail Lands for Trail Purposes (Ward 11)

No discussion took place.

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0309-2021
  Moved By Councillor G. Carlson
  1. That the Corporate Report titled “Authority to Sign a Letter of Intent with the Region of Peel in Connection with the Acquisition of rail Lands for trail purposes (Ward 11)” as set out in the report dated May 17, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community Services, be received.
  2. That the Commissioner of Community Services be authorized to sign a binding letter of intent with the Region of Peel, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services setting out acceptable terms for the acquisition and ownership of lands associated with the development of railway corridor trail.

   

  ABSENT (2): Mayor B. Crombie and Councillor M. Mahoney

  YES (10)

  Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (10 to 0)

17.2

A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board: Authority to Negotiate for Land Acquisition from Alectra Utilities Corporation (Ward 6)

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0310-2021

  That the Closed Session Corporate Report dated May 13, 2021 from the Acting Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer entitled “Authority to Negotiate for Land Acquisition from Alectra Utilities Corporation (Ward 6)” be referred to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting without a recommendation.

  Referred (12 to 0)

17.3

Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose: Legal Advice regarding Grants to Business Improvement Area Associations

• RECOMMENDATION GC-0311-2021

  That the Closed Session Corporate Report dated May 19, 2021 from the City Solicitor entitled “Legal Advice regarding Grants to Business Improvement Area Associations” be referred to the June 2, 2021 Council meeting without a recommendation.

  Referred

18.

CORRESPONDENCE

18.1

An email dated Friday, May 21, 2021 from Peter D. Pellier regarding Business Licensing Fees Relief Options (CONSENT)

Item 13.1

Received (Councillor McFadden)

19.

ADJOURNMENT

3:30PM (Councillor Saito)