Council

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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 of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk 

Stephanie Smith, Supervisor, Legislative Services


Mayor Crombie recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Kovac

That the agenda of the June 14, 2023 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Horneck

That the minutes of the May 31, 2023 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

Mr. Bentz provided an overview of the 2022 Alectra Financial Results. 

Members of Council enquired about future dividends, future opportunities, solar grids, a potential cash call and expansion plans. Mr. Bentz spoke to rates, future capital plans and voluntary mergers. 

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO spoke to future discussion with investors. 

Mr. Warner provided an overview of the 2022 Enersource Corporation Financial Results.

Councillor Parrish spoke to the 10% investment of Borealis. Mr. Warner responded.

Mrs. Jannetta and Dani Araujo, Marketing Manager provided an overview of the 2023 Mississauga ITALFEST. 

Members of Council spoke to the success and excitement of ITALFEST. Mrs. Jannetta spoke challenges of recruiting talent from Italy. 

Mr. D’Amico spoke in support of the motion allowing basketball and hockey on streets in the City of Mississauga.  

Item 15.1 was moved up and discussed.

Members of Council spoke to allowing sports to be played on streets in the City of Mississauga, potential liability issues, Vision Zero, bench-marking other municipalities, enforcement of the by-law, amending the motion to allow all sports to be played on the street, removing the report deadline date, a potential time frame for allowing sports to be played on the street, and unintended consequences.   

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO spoke to the timing of the report

  • RESOLUTION0157-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Horneck
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Parrish

    That the following matters be approved under the Consent Agenda, as listed on June 14, 2023 Council Agenda:

    - 10.1 Enersource AGM and 2022 Enersource Audited Financial Statements

    - 11.1 General Committee Report 12 - 2023 - dated June 7, 2023

    - 15.2 A motion requesting a report on a healthy foods policy (Councillor Parrish)

    - 17.1 - 17.9 By-laws

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (1)Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0158-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Horneck
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Parrish

    That the City of Mississauga, in its capacity as a shareholder in Enersource Corporation, accepts the audited financial statements of Enersource Corporation as at December 31, 2022 and waives the requirement for an annual general meeting of Enersource Corporation.

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (1)Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0159-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Horneck
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Parrish

    That Recommendations GC-0241-2023 – GC-0308-2023 as contained in the General Committee Report 12 -2023 dated June 7, 2023, be approved.

    GC-0241-2023

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Jeffrey Reid, Manager, Transportation Projects regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0242-2023

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Colin Johnston, Manager, Parks regarding the Corporate Report entitled “Animating City of Mississauga Parks” dated May 16, 2023

    from the Commissioner of Community Services, be received.

    GC-0243-2023

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Muneef Ahmad, Manager, Stormwater Projects and Approvals regarding the Corporate Report etitled “‘Build Beautiful’ Stormwater

    Master Plan (City-wide)” dated May 4, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and

    Works, be received.

    GC-0244-2023

    That the deputation by Kent Newell, Resident regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0245-2023

    That the deputation by Colin Tyler, Lead Member, Applewood Hills and Heights Residents' Association regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0246-2023

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Jacqui Hardtke, Resident, regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0247-2023

    That the deputation by Al Zawadzki, Resident regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0248-2023

    That the deputation by Robert Dorosch, Resident regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0249-2023

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Athina Tagidou, Applewood Hills and Heights Residents' Association / Bloor Street area resident regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0250-2023

    That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

    • 10.9 Request to Increase Contract Update Limit with FVB Energy Inc.
    • 10.10 Emergency Management By-law and Plan
    • 11.1 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 1 - 2023 - dated May 23, 2023
    • 11.2 Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee Report 4-2023 dated May 31, 2023 (REVISED)
    • 11.3 Road Safety Committee Report 1 - 2023 - dated May 30, 2023
    • 11.4 Governance Committee Report 2 - 2023 - dated May 29, 2023 (REVISED)
    • 12.1 Email from Anniek Wheeler dated June 1, 2023 regarding Item 10.1
    • 12.2 Email from Murray and Marian Slota dated June 2, 2023 regarding Item 10.1
    • 12.3 Letter from Robert Zaichkowski, Community Bikeways (TCBC) dated June 5, 2023

      regarding Item 10.1

    • 12.4 Letter from Athina Tagidou, Applewood Hills and Heights Residents' Association, dated June 5, 2023 regarding their survey results related to Item 10.1
    • 17.1 A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board: Dedication of future parkland by Stonebrook/Northampton Gardens Limited

       

    GC-0251-2023

    That the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)” be deferred to staff to review the matter further with Chris Fonseca, Councillor, Ward 3 and John Kovac, Councillor, Ward 4 and brought back to a future meeting.

    GC-0252-2023

    That the Corporate Report entitled “Animating City of Mississauga Parks” dated May 16, 2023

    from the Commissioner of Community Services be received for information.

    GC-0253-2023

    That the “Build Beautiful, Stormwater Master Plan” (“Build Beautiful”) and its supporting vision and actions attached as Appendix 1 to the Corporate Report titled “‘Build Beautiful’ Stormwater Master Plan (City-wide)” dated May 4, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works be endorsed.

    GC-0254-2023

    That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to increase the Contract Upset Limit with Morrison Hershfield Limited (Procurement No. PRC002097) by an additional amount of $455,033 to allow for additional contract administration services for the rehabilitation of Burnhamthorpe Road West Bridges over the Credit River, as outlined in the report entitled “Contract Amendment to Increase Contract Upset Limit with Morrison Hershfield Limited for the Rehabilitation of five (5) Bridges on Burnhamthorpe Road West over the Credit River, Mullet Creek and Sawmill Valley Pedestrian Trail, Procurement No. PRC002097 (Wards 6 and 8)”, dated May 9, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.

    GC-0255-2023

    That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to execute a contract with HDR Corporation for additional contract administration services for the Dundas Street West Retaining Walls Project in the amount of $625,600 (excluding taxes), as outlined in the report entitled “Single Source Procurement to HDR Corporation for the Dundas Street West Retaining Walls Project (Wards 6 and 7)”, dated May 9, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.

    GC-0256-2023

    That the Chief Procurement Officer 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 $480,000 to an estimated revised total contract value of $1,500,000 (excluding taxes) as outlined in the corporate report titled “Contract Amendment to Increase Contract with Matrix Solutions Inc. for the Dixie-Dundas Flood Mitigation Study (Wards 1 and 3)”, dated May 9, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.

    GC-0257-2023

    That a by-law be enacted to amend Schedule “B-4” (Stormwater Fees and Charges) of the User Fees and Charges By-law 0244-2022 in order to reflect the Council-approved enhanced Stormwater Charge Credit Program for Multi-Residential and/or Non-Residential properties as outline in the report entitled “Stormwater Charge Credit Program – By-law Amendment (All Wards)” dated May 16, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.

    GC-0258-2023

    1. That the Commissioner of Community Services or their designate, be authorized to negotiate and execute on behalf of the Corporation of the City of Mississauga, MultiSector Service Accountability Agreements (“MSAA”) with the Ontario Health or its successor agencies, including any renewals, extensions, amendments, and all necessary agreements and documents ancillary thereto, include declarations of compliance, as may be required for MSAAs, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.
    2. That all necessary by-law(s) be enacted.

       

    GC-0259-2023

    That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to execute a contract amendment and all ancillary documents to increase the value of the contract with FVB Energy Inc. (PRC002977) for consulting services related to District Energy (DE) in the Downtown from the original amount of $235,060 (excluding taxes) to $435,060 (excluding taxes) as outlined in the report dated May 19, 2023 entitled “Request to Increase Contract Update Limit with FVB Energy Inc.” from the Commissioner of Community Services.

    GC-0260-2023

    1. That the new consolidated Emergency Management By-law, which will include the adoption of the City’s revised Emergency Plan as outlined in Appendix 1 of the Corporate Report dated May 23, 2023 entitled “Emergency Management By-law and Plan” from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer be enacted.
    2. That the Disaster Management Plan By-law 0181-2019, as amended, be repealed.
    3. That the Emergency Management Program and Committee By-law 0221-2016, as amended, be repealed.

       

    GC-0261-2023

    That Coucillor Alvin Tedjo be appointed Chair of the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee

    for the term ending November 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

    (MCAC-0001-2023)

    GC-0262-2023

    That Councillor Chris Fonseca be appointed Vice-chair of the Mississauga Cycling Advisory

    Committee for the term ending November 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

    (MCAC-0002-2023)

    GC-0263-2023

    That the deputation and associated presentation from Athina Tagidou, Resident, regarding Item

    9.2 Orientation on the Cycling Master Plan, be received.

    (MCAC-0003-2023)

    GC-0264-2023

    1. That the 2023 Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Orientation on Policies and

    Procedures presented by Michelle Sanstra, Legislative Coordinator on May 23, 2023, be

    received.

    1. That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Terms of Reference be updated to

    reduce the number of Citizens Members from 12 to 9.

    (MCAC-0004-2023)

    GC-0265-2023

    That the orientation on the Cycling Master Plan presented by Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active

    Transportation on May 23, 2023, be received.

    (MCAC-0005-2023)

    GC-0266-2023

    1. That the Tour de Mississauga verbal update presented by Matthew Sweet, Manager,

    Active Transportation on May 23, 2023, be received.

    1. That the comments made regarding the Tour de Mississauga verbal update by the

    Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Members be considered for a future report to

    come back to the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee.

    (MCAC-0006-2023)

    GC-0267-2023

    That the memo from Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation dated May 17, 2023

    regarding the 2023 Quarterly Cycling Program Update (Q1), be received.

    (MCAC-0007-2023)

    GC-0268-2023

    1. That the memorandum from Michelle Sanstra, Legislatve Coordinator dated May 4, 2023

    regarding the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Member Representative on the

    Road Safety Committee Memo, be received.

    1. That Mark Currie, Citizen Member be appointed to be the representative on the Road

    Safety Committee.

    (MCAC-0008-2023)

    GC-0269-2023

    That the memorandum from Michelle Sanstra, Legislative Coordinator dated April 28, 2023

    regarding the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee 2023 Meeting Date, be received.

    (MCAC-0009-2023)

    GC-0270-2023

    That the letter from the Ontario Bike summit Opens in Hamilton with Release of New Province

    Wide Polling Data on Cycling in Ontario dated May 1, 2023, be received.

    (MCAC-0010-2023)

    GC-0271-2023

    That the resignation email from Prabhjit Banga, Citizen Member, dated May 17, 2023, be

    received.

    (MCAC-0011-2023)

    GC-0272-2023

    That the resignation email from Glenn Voakes, Citizen Member, dated April 27, 2023, be

    received.

    (MCAC-0012-2023)

    GC-0273-2023

    1. That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee meetings take place in a hybrid

    format.

    1. That if hybrid meetings are not feasibile, the committee shall hold in person meetings,

    until a hybrid option becomes available.

    1. That the committee allow for fully virtual meetings at the call of the chair or by

    recommendation of the committee.

    (MCAC-0013-2023)

    GC-0274-2023

    That the deputation from Stephen Popovich, President, Stephen Popovich and Associates, with respect to the Internal Site Circulation for Student Drop Off and Pick Up at ISNA Elementary School, be received.

    (MSTSAC-0039-2023)

    GC-0275-2023

    That the deputation from Sabat Ismail and Charlotte Estey, Green Communities Canada regarding equity and enforcement, be received.

    (MSTSAC-0040-2023)

    GC-0276-2023

    That the deputation from Athina Tadigou, with respect to the Site Inspection Report - Applewood Heights Secondary School and Tomken Road Middle School be received.

    (MSTSAC-041-2023)

    GC-0277-2023

    1. That Transportation and Works be requested to install bollards in the "No Stopping" zones currently marked with white ladder markings to better delineate "No Stopping Zones protecting the Castlebridge Public School exit driveway.
    2. That Transportation and Works be requested to review the signal timing at the intersection of Glen Erin Drive and Castlebridge Drive East West at school entry 8:30-9:00 AM and dismissal 3:20-3:50 PM.
    3. That the Peel District School Board be requested to extend the existing fence on school property on the west side of Glen Erin Drive to be level with the stop bar at the northwest corner of Glen Erin Drive and Castlebridge Drive.
    4. That Active Transportation be requested to contact the Principal of Castlebridge Public School to ramp up the existing school walking routes program and report back to Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee regarding measures implemented.
    5. That Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee be requested to re-inspect once recommendations 1, 2, 3 and 4 have taken place.
    6. That Peel Regional Police be requested to attend Castebridge Public School at Glen Erin Drive and Castlebridge Drive between the hours of 3:20-3:40 PM to enforce stopping compliance.

    (MSTSAC-0042-2023)
    (Ward 9)

     

    GC-0278-2023

    1. That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard

    at Fairview Road West and Redmond Road on either the north or east legs of the

    intersection for the students attending Chris Hadfield Public School.

    1. That Transportation and Works be requested to paint ladder markings on the north

    leg of the intersection of Fairview Road West and Redmond Road.

    (MSTSAC-0043-2023)

    (Ward 7)

    GC-0279-2023

    That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard at McBride Avenue and Grechen Road for the students attending McBride Public School.

    (MSTSAC-0044-2023)

    (Ward 6)

    GC-0280-2023

    1. That Transportation and works be request to complete the following:
    2. Re-paint the ladder markings on all four legs of the intersection of Bloor Street

    and Tomken Road.

    1. Review the timing of the walking phase at school entry 7:50-8:30 AM, at lunch hour 10:46-11:46 AM, and school dismissal 2:20-2:50 PM to determine if it can be extended to better accommodate the volume of students crossing at Bloor Street and Tomken Road.
    2. Review the feasibility of lowering the speed limit on Bloor Street in front of Applewood Heights Secondary School and on Tomken Road between Runningbrook Drive to Homeric Drive creating a school zone.
    3. That the Peel District School Board be requested to review the operation of the Kiss

    and Ride at Applewood Heights Secondary School to better use the second parking

    lot off Tomken Road.

    1. That the Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee be requested to reinspect the intersection of Bloor Street East and Tomken Road if the Bloor Street integrated project is implemented; anticipated start date of 2024-2025.

    (MSTSAC-0045-2023)

    (Ward 3)

    GC-0281-2023

    1. That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard

      at Huron Heights Drive and Elia Avenue for the students attending St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Elementary School.

    2. That Transportation and Works be requested to review the signage on Huron Heights Drive and Elia Avenue at St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Elementary School.
    3. That Transportation and Works be request to install "No Stopping" corner prohibitions on Huron Heights Drive and Elia Avenue.
    4. That once the signage is in place that the Principal of St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Elementary School be requested to advise the parents and students of the new "No Stopping" restrictions at the intersection of Huron Heights Drive and Elia Avenue and encourage parents parking on the street to use the Kiss and Ride to drop off students instead.
    5. That Parks, Forestry and Environment be requested to trim trees around the signage by St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Elementary School at 4765 Huron Heights Drive.
    6. That Parking Enforcement be requested to enforce the "No Stopping" zones in front of St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Elementary School at 4765 Huron Heights Drive between the hours of 8:25 - 8:50 AM and 2:50 - 3:15 PM
    7. That Peel Regional Police be requested to attend St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Elementary School at 4765 Huron Heights Drive between the hours of 8:25 - 8:50 AM and 2:50 - 3:15 PM to enforce the 30 KM/HR speed limit on Huron Heights Drive. That Transportation and Works be requested to review the feasibility of implementing a sign on Elia Avenue approaching Huron Heights Drive to advise motorists that they are entering a 30 KM/HR speed zone when turning right or left onto Huron Heights Drive.

    (MSTSAC-0046-2023)
    (Ward 4)

    GC-0282-2023

    That Transportation and Works be requested to install "No Parking" signage on the east side

    of Elliott Parliament Street to allow for traffic flow and pedestrian safety as there are no

    sidewalks and pedestrians are required to walk on the road.

    (MSTSAC-0047-2023)
    (Ward 11)

    GC-0283-2023

    That Louise Goegan, Citizen Member, be appointed to the Road Safety Committee as the representative for the Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee.

    (MSTSAC-0048-2023)

    GC-0284-2023

    That the Site Inspection Statistic Report - May 2023, be received for information.

    (MSTSAC-0049-2023)

    GC-0285-2023

    That the Parking Enforcement in School Zone Report - April 2023 be received for information.

    (MSTSAC-0050-2023)

    GC-0286-2023

    That the Transportation and Works Action Items List - April 2023 be received for information.

    (MSTSAC-0051-2023)

    GC-0287-2023

    That Councillor Stephen Dasko (Ward 1) be appointed Chair of the Road Safety Committee for the term ending November 14, 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

    (RSC-0001-2023)

    GC-0288-2023

    That Councillor Sue McFadden (Ward 10) be appointed Vice-Chair of the Road Safety Committee for the term ending November 14, 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

    (RSC-0002-2023)

    GC-0289-2023

    That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

    • 10.4Email from David Carroll, Resident dated November 1, 2022
    • 11.32023 Meeting Dates Memo from Allyson D'Ovidio, Legislative Coordinator

    (RSC-0003-2023)

    GC-0290-2023

    1. That Road Safety Committee meetings take place in a hybrid format.
    2. That if hybrid meetings are not feasibile, the committee shall hold in person meetings until a hybrid option becomes available.
    3. That the committee allow for fully virtual meetings at the call of the chair or by recommendation of the committee.​

    (RSC-0004-2023)

    GC-0291-2023

    That the email from David Carroll, Resident dated November 1, 2022 regarding red light turns at intersections, be received.

    (RSC-0005-2023)


    GC-0292-2023

    That the 2023 Meet Dates Memo dated May 24, 2023 from Allyson D’Ovidio, Legislative Coordinator, be received.

    (RSC-0006-2023)

    GC-0293-2023

    That the email from Matthew Aymar, Analyst, Research and Policy, Built Environment, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention, Public Health, Region of Peel regarding Peel Public Health Road Safety Update dated May 29, 2023, be received.

    (RSC-0007-2023)

    GC-0294-2023

    1. That a Road Safety Promotional Subcommittee be established for the 2022-2026 term of Council.
    2. That the following Road Safety Committee Members and Agency Representatives be appointed to the Road Safety Promotional Subcommittee for a term ending November 14, 2026 or until a successor is appointed:
      1. Stephen Dasko, Councillor Ward 1,
      2. Martin Reid, Councillor Ward 9
      3. Sue McFadden, Councillor Ward 10
      4. Robert Fluney, Citizen Member
      5. David King, Citizen Member
      6. Brant Thomspon, Citizen Member
      7. Michael Stewart, CAA (Non-Voting)
      8. Angela Partynski, Region of Peel (Non-Voting)
      9. Seema Ansari, Region of Peel (Non-Voting)
      10. Melissa Brabant, Ministry of Transportation (Non-Voting)
    3. That City of Mississauga staff who support the Road Safety Committee attend the meetings of the Road Safety Promotional Subcommittee as required.

    (RSC-0008-2023)

    GC0295-2023

    That Councillor Dipika Damerla be appointed Chair of the Governance Committee for the term ending November 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

    (GOV-0002-2023)

    GC-0296-2023

    That Councillor Matt Mahoney be appointed Vice-chair of the Governance Committee for the term ending November 2026 or until a successor is appointed.

    (GOV-0003-2023)

    GC-0297-2023

    That the following items were approved on Consent Agenda:

    • 10.1 Procurement of Integrity Commissioner Services
    • 11.1 Council Procedure By-law Review
    • 12.1 2023 Governance Committee Meeting Dates and Meeting Structure

    (GOV-0004-2023)

    GC-0298-2023

    1. That the mandate of the Integrity Commissioner shall be to act as an advisor to members of Council and local boards on matters relating to ethics, their respective codes of conduct and the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, to act as an educational resource in this respect, and to independently receive and investigate complaints regarding possible breaches of the code of conduct or Municipal Conflict of Interest Act by a member of Council or a local board.
    2. That the qualifications of an Integrity Commissioner, beyond being independent and impartial, as set out in the report titled “Procurement of Integrity Commissioner Services” dated May 15, 2023 from the City Solicitor, be approved.
    3. That staff be authorized to issue a request for proposals (RFP) seeking applicants for the position of Integrity Commissioner for a term of up to two years, renewable for an additional term of up to four years, to carry out this mandate and any additional duties that may be placed upon the Integrity Commissioner by legislation.
    4. That the City Clerk, the City Solicitor and the City Manager be appointed to the evaluation committee responsible for evaluating proposals and making a recommendation to City Council on a new Integrity Commissioner.

    (GOV-0005-2023)

    GC-0299-2023

    That the status of the Governance Committee Work Plan items, updated for May 29, 2023 Governance meeting, be received.

    (GOV-0006-2023)

    GC-0300-2023

    That the Council Procedure By-law be received for information.

    (GOV-0007-2023)

    GC-0301-2023

    That the memorandum dated May 29, 2023 from Megan Piercey, Legislative Coordinator entitled “2023 Governance Committee Meeting Dates and Meeting Structure” be received.

    (GOV-0008-2023)

    GC-0302-2023

    That the Governance Committee meetings take place in a hybrid format as required.

    (GOV-0009-2023)

    GC-0303-2023

    That the email from Anniek Wheeler dated June 1, 2023 regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0304-2023

    That the email from Murray and Marian Slota dated June 2, 2023 regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0305-2023

    That the letter from Robert Zaichkowski, Community Bikeways (TCBC) dated June 5, 2023 regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0306-2023

    That the letter from Athina Tagidou, Applewood Hills and Heights Residents’ Association regarding the Corporate Report dated May 24, 2023 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, entitled “Bloor Street from Central Parkway East to Etobicoke Creek – Integrated Road Project (Wards 3 & 4)”, be received.

    GC-0307-2023

    That the Notice of Motion for the June 14, 2023 Council meeting to Allow Basketball and Hockey on Streets in Mississauga from Alvin Tedjo, Councillor, Ward 2, be received.

    GC-0308-2023

    1. That the Parkland Dedication Extension Agreement between the City, Stonebrook Properties Inc., and Northampton Gardens Limited, dated October 23rd 2019 (the “Park Agreement”), be extended as outlined in the corporate report entitled “Dedication of future parkland by Stonebrook/Northampton Gardens Limited” dated May 16, 2023 from the Commissioner of Community Services.
    2. That the Commissioner of Community Services be authorized to execute any required agreement(s), and such agreement(s) to be in form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor.
    3. That any necessary by-laws be enacted.

       

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (1)Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0156-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor A. Tedjo
    Seconded ByCouncillor B. Butt

    WHEREAS The Traffic By-law 0555-2000 prohibits playing games or sports on roadways and the Highway Obstruction By-law 0357-2010 states that no persons nor sporting equipment, such as sports, are permitted to obstruct municipal roads;

    AND WHEREAS local roads posted 40km/h or under are to be for the use and enjoyment local residents, including those who walk, cycle, and use for other physical activity in addition to cars;

    AND WHEREAS the City of Toronto lifted its prohibition on sports play on local roads where the posted speed limit is 40km/h or under in 2016, and has no records of increased related claims since the lifting of their prohibition;

    AND WHEREAS sports like Basketball and Hockey are seeing increased play in our neighbourhoods and on our streets, and as a city, we encourage outdoor play for the betterment of our sense of community and personal health;

    THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
    1.    Staff be directed to produce a report that reviews our current by-laws as it relates to sports and sports equipment on local roads in Mississauga;
    2.    This report work to amend our current by-laws to permit sports on local roads where appropriate such that it is done in a safe and responsible manner.

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (1)Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RESOLUTION0160-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Horneck
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Parrish

    Whereas the Healthy Foods Policy was introduced just before COVID and was intended to address the high rate of diabetes in Peel Region through education regarding healthy food choices;
    Whereas Community Centres and arenas are back at a more normal level of usage;
    THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
    An update be reported to Council including responses to the following issues:
    1.   Please provide the details of our policy regarding vending machines and food service providers in facilities under municipal supervision, including rules governing summer day camps and groups renting City facilities.
    2.  Benchmark other municipalities in the GTA and report on how many have similar policies, their fundamental guidelines and any possible exceptions.
    3.  Reasons behind the exclusion of Meadowvale Theatre and Paramount Fine Foods and any other facilities under the City’s jurisdiction?
    4.  Any special circumstances under which individual City events can request an exemption to this policy?
    5.  Has this policy affected food providers, specifically in arenas?
    6.  Are food trucks on Celebration Square expected to follow the Healthy Foods Policy?
    7.  Were the prime users of Community Centres and Arenas surveyed to find out if they supported this policy and if not, can they be surveyed at this time?
    8.  Are the products purchased from vending machines in City facilities tracked as to which are popular and has the general volume of sales been tracked, before the policy was fully implemented?

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (1)Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (11 to 0)

16.

 
  • RESOLUTION0161-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor A. Tedjo
    Seconded ByCouncillor J. Horneck


    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 June 14, 2023 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: Ruck, Wolf v. City of Mississauga – Application for Judicial Review        

    21.2    A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board: Review of the Enersource Corporation Shareholders’ Agreement    

    21.3    Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: Appointment of Board Members for the Malton Business Improvement Area        

    21.4    Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Verbal Update)

    YES (11)Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (1)Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (11 to 0)

Councillor Parrish spoke to the Mayor of Markham writing a letter asking the provincial government to consolidate York Region into one large city. 

Councillor Horneck enquired about live steaming the National Remembrance Event of the 100th anniversary of the Chinese Exclusion Act at Celebration Square and lighting of the clock tower. He further spoke to the success of the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program and requested that the speed camera data be provided to the Councillor.  Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services responded and spoke to the request. Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works spoke to reporting back on the frequencies of the data from ASE cameras. 

Councillor Parrish spoke to advertisements on the screens at Celebration Square and the need for a policy to not allow political ads at Celebration Square. Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO spoke to the Advertising Policy.   

Councillor Fonseca spoke to the need for a reporting process to report damage at bus shelters, oak wilt tree damage and spoke to a previous graffiti mural campaign. Geoff Wright, Commissioner, Transportation and Works spoke to the process of reporting bus shelter damage through 311 and the service level response. Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services spoke to providing information on invasive species and provided information on the current status of the graffiti mural campaign.

Councillor Dasko spoke to the Property Standards By-law regarding graffiti sensitivity concerns that are offensive to the community. Mr. Wright spoke to opportunity to improve the by-law to address sensitivity concerns.   

Councillor Kovac spoke to the involvement of the Ward Councillor selecting the next location of the Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras and direction was given to staff to allow Councillors to control their own microphones at meetings.

Mayor Crombie and Councillor Damerla spoke to tax season and the rate of inflation. Shari Litcherman, City Manager and CAO spoke to the budget website and to bring back information that was previous provided regarding the budget. 

Council went into Closed Session at 11:58 AM and returned at 1:56 PM. Councillors Dasko, Parrish and Damerla left the meeting at 1:55 PM.

21.1
Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Ruck, Wolf v. City of Mississauga – Application for Judicial Review

 

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor and Daron Earthy, Deputy City Solicitor provided an overview on the subject matter and answered questions from Members of Council. 

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

  • RESOLUTION0162-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor A. Tedjo
    Seconded ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    That the City Solicitor be authorized to continue to respond to the application for judicial review brought by Wolf Ruck.

    YES (8)Mayor Crombie, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (4)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (8 to 0)

21.2
A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board: Review of the Enersource Corporation Shareholders’ Agreement

 

Shari Lichterman, City Manager and CAO provided an overview on the subject matter and answered questions from Members of Council.

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

  • RESOLUTION0163-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Horneck
    Seconded ByCouncillor C. Fonseca
    1. That the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer or designate be authorized to conduct a review of the terms outlined in the Shareholders’ agreement between the City of Mississauga, BPC Energy Corporation and Enersource Corporation.
    2. That recommendations around changes to the terms of the agreement be presented to Council for approval following the review.
    YES (8)Mayor Crombie, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (4)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (8 to 0)

21.3
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED

 

Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees: Appointment of Board Members for the Malton Business Improvement Area

21.4
Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees (Verbal Update)

 

Mayor Crombie, Shari Lichterman, City Manger and CAO, and Nicole McInerney, Chief of Staff provided a verbal update. Members of Council asked questions related to the subject matter. 

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

  • RESOLUTION0164-2023
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Horneck
    Seconded ByCouncillor M. Mahoney

    That the verbal update regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees be received. 

    YES (8)Mayor Crombie, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A. Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    ABSENT (4)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, and Councillor S. McFadden
    Carried (8 to 0)

A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting held on June 14, 2023

0111-2023