Council

Meeting #:
Date:	Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Time:	9:30 A.m. - 12:30 P.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
• 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             

Janice Baker City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer

Gary Kent Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer

Paul Mitcham Commissioner of Community Services

Geoff Wright Commissioner of Transportation and Works

Andrew Whittemore Commissioner of Planning and Building

Andra Maxwell City Solicitor, Legal Services

Diana Rusnov Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk

Sacha Smith Manager of Legislative Services and Deputy Clerk

Krystal Christopher Legislative Coordinator, Legislative Services Division

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1.

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Crombie called the meeting to order at 9:30 AM.

2.

INDIGENOUS LAND STATEMENT

Mayor Crombie recited the Indigenous Land Statement. 

3.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Councillor Saito requested an additional motion be added to the agenda regarding the deferral of Stormwater payments (Item 16.4.)

Diana Rusnov, City Clerk and Director of Legislative Services, spoke to the amendment in the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 3 - 2020 (Item 11.3.) 

• RESOLUTION
  Moved By Councillor R. Starr
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  That the agenda for the Council meeting of March 25, 2020 be approved, as amended.

  Carried

4.

DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Nil.

5.

MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING

5.1

Council Minutes - March 4, 2020

• RESOLUTION
  Moved By Councillor C. Parrish
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  That the minutes of the March 4, 2020 Council meeting be approved, as presented.

  Carried

6.

PRESENTATIONS - Nil.

7.

DEPUTATIONS - Nil.

8.

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - Nil.

9.

CONSENT AGENDA

• RESOLUTION 0048a-2020
  Moved By Counicllor S. McFadden
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  That the following matters be approved under the Consent Agenda, as listed on the March 25, 2020 Council agenda:

  11.1. General Committee Report - 6 - 2020 - March 11, 2020
  11.2. Planning and Development Committee Report 4 - 2020 - March 9, 2020
  11.4. Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 3 - 2020 - March 10, 2020
  15.1. To appoint Councillor Dasko to the Heritage Advisory Committee and the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee

  17.1-17.9 By-laws
  17.11 – 17.12. By-laws

  Carried

10.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF CORPORATE REPORTS

11.

PRESENTATION OF COMMITTEE REPORTS

11.1

General Committee Report - 6 - 2020 - March 11, 2020

• RESOLUTION 0048-2020
  Moved By Counicllor S. McFadden
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  That recommendations GC-0130-2020 through GC-0147-2020 inclusive, as contained in the General Committee Report 6-2020 dated March 11, 2020, be approved.

  GC-0130-2020

  That the deputation by Corey Groulx, Leader, Projects, Recreation regarding the report dated February 20, 2020 titled “Healthy Food & Beverage Policy for Recreation Facilities” be received.

  GC-0131-2020

  1. That the draft Healthy Food & Beverage Policy, attached as Appendix 1 to the Corporate Report dated February 20, 2020 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “Healthy Food & Beverage Policy for Recreation Facilities” be approved.
  2. That in accordance with Purchasing By-law 374-06, Section 18 Subsection 3a(i) as amended, the Purchasing Agent and Manager of Materiel Management or designate be authorized to extend the Beverage Supply and Sponsorship Agreement between the City of Mississauga and the Pepsi Bottling Group (Canada) Co. for an interim extension from June 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020.

      

  GC-0132-2020

  That a by-law be enacted to amend By-law 555-2000, as amended, to implement a U-turn prohibition, at any time, in all directions, at the intersection of Mavis Road and Sombrero Way/Courtneypark Drive West, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated February 13, 2020 and entitled “U-turn Prohibition – Mavis Road and Sombrero Way/Courtneypark Drive West (Ward 11)”.

  GC-0133-2020

  1. That a by-law be enacted to delegate authority to the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, or designate, to approve routine amendments to the Schedules of Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended, by submitting such amending by-laws directly to Council for enactment, as outlined in the report from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, dated February 14, 2020, and entitled “Delegation of Authority – Routine Traffic Regulation Amendments to Schedules under Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended”.
  2. That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, or designate, be directed to consult with and obtain endorsement from the applicable Ward Councillor for routine amendments to the Schedules of Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended, prior to the submission of any amending by-laws to Council for enactment.

  GC-0134-2020

  That the report titled “Community Engagement – State of the City” and dated February 28, 2020, be received for information.

  GC-0135-2020

  1. That Council approve the single source procurement for FrontDesk Queue and Appointment Management System, professional services, training, and maintenance and support for a period of five (5) years, as detailed in the corporate report entitled, “Recommendation for Single Source Procurement with FrontDesk Suite for FrontDesk Queue and Appointment Management System : File Ref. PRC004097” dated, February 13, 2020, by the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer (the “Purchase”).
  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 Frontdesk Queue Management Systems Inc. at an estimated cost of $603,603 subject to budget approval, in accordance with the City’s Purchasing By-law 374-06, as amended
  3. That Council authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue necessary future amendments with respect to the Purchase to increase the value of the contract between the City and Frontdesk Queue Management Systems Inc. for additional products, professional services, maintenance and support for the purpose of accommodating growth such as better alignment and consistency between customer service areas, reception procedures and locations, subject to budget approval.

      

  GC-0136-2020

  1. That the Corporate Report titled “Surplus Land Declaration and Sale of City-Owned lands identified as 17 Dundas Street East to Metrolinx for the purpose of a Traction Power Sub Station (“TPSS”) as required in connection with the Hurontario LRT Project”dated February 10, 2020 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, be received.
  2. That the City-owned lands municipally identified as 17 Dundas Street East and legallydescribed as part of Lots 7 and 8, Plan TOR 12, in the City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel and designated as Parts 3 to 8 on Reference Plan 43R-13311, having an area of approximately 0.098 hectares (0.241 acres), be declared surplus to the City’s requirements for the purpose of sale to Metrolinx.
  3. That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and the City Clerk approve and execute an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, including all ancillary documents and subsequent amending agreements, between The Corporation of the City of Mississauga(“City”) as Vendor and Metrolinx as Purchaser of the vacant City-owned lands municipally identified as 17 Dundas Street East, having an area of approximately 0.098 hectares (0.241 acres), for a purchase price of $2,100,000.00 plus reimbursement of appraisal fees in the amount of $7,345.00, as required for the purpose of the Hurontario LRT project, which lands are legally described as part of Lots 7 and 8, Plan TOR 12, and designated as Parts 3 to 8 on Reference Plan 43R-13311 in the City of Mississauga,Regional Municipality of Peel in Ward 7.
  4. That the net proceeds of $2,100,000 be deposited to the gain or loss on disposal of assets account (570165-28351) and the amount of $2,100,000 be transferred to the Capital Reserve Fund #33121 with the remaining amount of $7,345 being transferred to the Prepaid Land Sale expense account #125137 to reimburse the account for the cost of the appraisal report.
  5. That all steps necessary to comply with the requirements of Section 2.(1) of City Notice By-law 215-08 be taken, including giving notice to the public by posting a notice on theCity of Mississauga’s website for at least three weeks prior to the execution of an agreement for the sale of the subject land.

  (Ward 7)

  GC-0137-2020

  1. That the Corporate Report titled “Surplus Land Declaration and Sale and Grant of Temporary Easement of City-Owned lands identified as part of Queen Street (Closed) road allowance – Port Credit GO Station to Metrolinx as required for the Hurontario LRT Project” dated February 24, 2020 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, be received.
  2. That the City-owned lands municipally identified as part of Closed Queen Street road allowance and legally described as part of Queen Street, Plan PC-1 (Shown on Plan 300) East of Credit River, Closed by RO481880, Lying between Ann Street and Hurontario Street, being Part 1 on Reference Plan 43R-39134, City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel, having an area of approximately 472.6 square metres (5,087.02 square feet), be declared surplus to the City’s requirements for the purpose of sale to Metrolinx.
  3. That the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and the City Clerk approve and execute an Agreement of Purchase and Sale, including all ancillary documents and subsequent amending agreements, between The Corporation of the City of Mississauga (“City”) as Vendor and Metrolinx as Purchaser of the following interests in the vacant City-owned lands as required for the purpose of the Hurontario LRT project:
     1. A fee simple interest in lands having an area of approximately 371.6 square metres (4,000 square feet) which lands are legally described as part of Queen Street, Plan PC-1 (Shown on Plan 300) East of Credit River, Closed by RO481880, Lying between Ann Street and Hurontario Street, being Part 1 on Reference Plan 43R-39134 (Appendix 2), save and except Part 3 on Reference Plan 43R-37870, City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel, at a purchase price of $1,500,000;
     2. A temporary easement interest in lands having an area of approximately 119.1 square metres (1,281.98 square feet), which lands are legally described as part of Queen Street, Plan PC-1 (Shown on Plan 300) East of Credit River, Closed by RO481880, Lying between Ann Street and Hurontario Street, being Part 2 on Reference Plan 43R-39134 (Appendix 2) in the City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel, at a purchase price of $ 165,859.00, calculated at a rate of $375.00 per square foot at 6% per annum for a period of 69 months commencing April 1, 2020, together with two additional one year options to renew at a rate of $28,844.55 per annum each; and
     3. A temporary easement interest in lands having an area of approximately 101 square metres (1,087.15 square feet), which lands are legally described as part of Queen Street, Plan PC-1 (Shown on Plan 300) East of Credit River, Closed by RO481880, Lying between Ann Street and Hurontario Street, being Part 3 on Reference Plan 43R-37870 (Appendix 3) in the City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel (the “Part 3 Temporary Easement Lands”), at a purchase price of $140,631.00, calculated at a rate of $375.00 per square foot at 6% per annum for a period of 69 months commencing April 1, 2020, together with two additional one year options to renew at a rate of $24,460.88 per annum and with an option for Metrolinx to purchase all or a portion of the lands at a rate of $375 per square foot (less the monies paid for the Temporary Easement) if, as part of the construction of the Hurontario-Main Light Rail Transit (“HuLRT”), it is necessary for Metrolinx to construct permanent infrastructure on the Part 3 Temporary Easement Lands.
     4. That all steps necessary to comply with the requirements of Section 2.(1) of City Notice By-law 215-08 be taken, including giving notice to the public by posting a notice on the City of Mississauga’s website for at least three weeks prior to the execution of an agreement for the sale of the subject land.
     5. That all necessary bylaws be enacted.

  (Ward 1)

  GC-0138-2020

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Melanie Zakarian, Statistician, Planning Strategies with respect to the Census Hub be received for information. 

  (EAC-0006-2020)

  GC-0139-2020

  That the deputation and associated presentation by John MacKinnon, Natural Areas & One Million Tree Program Coordinator, Woodlands & Natural Areas with respect to the 2019 One Million Trees Review be received for information.

  (EAC-0007-2020)

  GC-0140-2020

  That the deputation and associated presentation by Heliya Babazadeh-Oleghi, Environmental Outreach Coordinator with respect the 2020 Earth Days be received for information. 

  (EAC-0008-2020)

  GC-0141-2020

  1. That the deputation and associated presentation by Pujita Verma, EAC Member with respect to the Adopt-A-Park Initiative be received for information.
  2. That the Environmental Action Committee selected the proposed dates of April 18, August 22, and October 17, 2020 at 10:00AM to participate in the Adopt-A-Park Clean-Up Program.
     1. That the April 18, 2020 Adopt-A-Park Clean Up be located at the R.K. McMillan Park along the banks of the Cooksville Creek from Lakeshore Road to Lake Ontario.
     2. That the locations of the August 22 and October 17, 2020 proposed Adopt-A-Park Clean-up dates be determined at a future date. 

  (EAC-0009-2020)

  GC-0142-2020

  1. That Carina Suleiman and Shazerah Qureshi, Environmental Action Committee Student Members have been selected to present on the Committee’s Progress and Achievements outlined in the Environmental Action Committee Work Plan to Members of Council at the June 10, 2020 General Committee.
  2. That the Environmental Action Committee Work Plan be approved as discussed at the March 3, 2020 Environmental Action Committee meeting.

  (EAC-0010-2020)

  GC-0143-2020

  That the Distracted Driving Campaign Strategy as presented by Communications staff on February 25, 2020 be approved as amended to include both the City of Mississauga logo and the Vision Zero logo on all creative tactics.

  (RSC-0009-2020)

  GC-0144-2020

  1. That the email from Jojo Chua, resident dated December 19, 2019 titled "A letter to the mayor" regarding Pedestrian Education be received; and
  2. That Councillor Saito, Chair of the Road Safety Committee respond via a formal letter regarding the work of the Committee as it relates to the request.

  (RSC-0010-2020)

  GC-0145-2020

  That Councillor Saito, Chair, Road Safety Committee and Tony Power, Vice-Chair, Citizen Member, Road Safety Committee be directed to prepare an application for submission to the Ministry of Transportation to nominate the Road Safety Committee for the Road Safety Achievement Awards.

  (RSC-0011-2020)

  GC-0146-2020

  That Transportation and Works staff be directed to order additional “Please Slow Down” lawn signs as approved in 2019 and that the Road Safety Promotional Subcommittee review the design of the signs for approval in 2021.

  (RSC-0012-2020)

  GC-0147-2020

  That the following individuals be appointed as volunteer co-chairs for the 2021 Ontario ParaSport Games Organizing Committee as outlined in the Corporate Report dated February 11, 2020 from the Commissioner of Community Services:

  1. Billy Bridges; and
  2. Susan Stewart
  Carried

11.2

Planning and Development Committee Report 4 - 2020 - March 9, 2020

• RESOLUTION 0049-2020
  Moved By Counicllor S. McFadden
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  That recommendations PDC-0016-2020 to PDC-0018-2020 inclusive, contained in the Planning and Development Committee Report 4-2020 dated March 9, 2020, be approved.

  PDC-0016-2020

  That the report dated February 14, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building outlining the recommended Section 37 Community Benefits under File OZ 18/007 W1, Brown Maple Investments Ltd. (FRAM), 55 Port Street East, be adopted and that a Section 37 agreement be executed in accordance with the following:

  1. That the sum of $178,500 be approved as the amount for the Section 37 Community Benefits contribution.
  2. That City Council enact a by-law under Section 37 of the Planning Act to authorize the Commissioner of Planning and Building and the City Clerk to execute the Section 37 agreement with Brown Maple Investments Ltd. and that the agreement be registered on title to the lands in a manner satisfactory to the City Solicitor to secure the community benefits contribution.

      

  PDC-0017-2020

  That the report dated February 14, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding proposed zoning by-law amendments for Notes under File BL.09-ZON, be received for information, and notwithstanding planning protocol, that the recommendation report be brought directly to a future Council meeting.​

  PDC-0018-2020

  That the report titled “Mississauga Official Plan Review – Status Update and Engagement Timeline” dated February 14, 2020 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, be received for information.

  Carried

11.3

Heritage Advisory Committee Report 3 - 2020 - March 10, 2020

Councillor Parrish spoke to the reason for amending the Heritage Advisory Committee Report to permit temporary glass enclosure and offering financial relief for the tenants renting the Harding Waterfront Estates.

 

Gary Kent, Comissioner Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, spoke to the total amount of rent collected from tenants at Harding Waterfront Estates and treating all small businesses equally if financial relief was offered. Mr. Kent spoke to bringing a report back to Council to outline the elements affecting stakeholders and business before decision is made.

• RESOLUTION 0052-2020
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  That recommendations HAC-0010 to HAC-0015-2020 inclusive, as contained in the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 3 – 2020 dated March 10, 2020, be approved with the exception of HAC-0011-2020 which is being deleted and replaced with the following:

  HAC-0010-2020

  That the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee of the Heritage Advisory Committee be established and that the draft Terms of reference for the subcommittee be approved.

  (Ward 1)

  (HAC-0010-2020)

  HAC-0011-2020

  That the property owner (The City of Mississauga) of the designated property located at 2700 Lakeshore Road West, Harding Waterfront Estate, be permitted to waive a local Heritage By-Law for the purpose of installing a temporary glass enclosure replacing the worn canvas tent - for the balance of the current contract with Pegasus Hospitality, or until such time as the City determines a more permanent solution to needed event space on the property

  (Ward 2)

  (HAC-0011-2020)

  HAC-0012-2020

  That the property at 1365 Stavebank Road, which is listed on the City’s Heritage Register, is 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 February 18, 2020.

  (Ward 1)

  (HAC-0012-2020)

  HAC-0013-2020

  That the property at 10 Mississauga Road North, which is listed on the City’s Heritage Register, is 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 February 18, 2020.

  (Ward 1)

  (HAC-0013-2020)

  HAC-0014-2020

  That the City approve restoration and repair work on the designated property at 271 Queen Street South, known as Odd Fellows Hall, as per the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated February 18, 2020.

  (Ward 11)

  (HAC-0014-2020)

  HAC-0015-2020

  That the memorandum dated February 18, 2020 from Paul Damaso, Director, Culture Division, entitled "Alteration to a Designated and Listed Property: 4415 Mississauga Road (Ward 8)" be received.

  (Ward 8)

  (HAC-0015-2020)

  Carried

11.4

Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 3 - 2020 - March 10, 2020 

• RESOLUTION 0050-2020
  Moved By Counicllor S. McFadden
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  That recommendations MCAC-0012-2020 to MCAC-0017-2020 inclusive, as contained in the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee Report 3 – 2020 dated March 10, 2020, be approved.

  MCAC-0012-2020

  That the deputation by Glenn Voakes, Resident regarding cycling infrastructure along Ninth Line be received.

  (MCAC-0012-2020)

  MCAC-0013-2020

  That the deputation by Jane Darragh, Planner regarding the Waterfront Parks Strategy be received. 

  (MCAC-0013-2020)

  MCAC-0014-2020
  That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee (MCAC) requests that the Region of Peel bring an updated report to MCAC on plans and a timeline for addressing the disconnect in cycling infrastructure on Derry Road, specifically connecting Malton to the rest of Mississauga's cycling network

  (MCAC-0014-2020)

  MCAC-0015-2020

  That Sunil Sharma, Citizen Member be appointed as Chair of the Communication and Promotions Subcommittee for the period ending November 14, 2022, or until a successor is appointed.

  (MCAC-0015-2020)

  MCAC-0016-2020

  That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee supports selecting David Cuthbertson and Deborah Vanderkruk to attend the 2020 Ontario Bike Summit as Community Members and that the registration costs be funded through the Infrastructure Planning and Engineering Services Division

  (MCAC-0016-2020)

  MCAC-0017-2020

  That the letter entitled Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance United for a Barrier-Free Society for All People with Disabilities be received.

  (MCAC-0017-2020)

  Carried

12.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

13.

PETITIONS

14.

CORRESPONDENCE

15.

NOTICE OF MOTION

15.1

To appoint Councillor Dasko to the Heritage Advisory Committee and the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee (Councillor Carlson, Ward 11)

• RESOLUTION 0051-2020
  Moved By Counicllor S. McFadden
  Seconded By Councillor P. Saito

  WHEREAS the Heritage Advisory Committee has established the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee for the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District within Ward 1;

  AND WHEREAS a vacancy exists on the Heritage Advisory Committee;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that notwithstanding the current Heritage Advisory Committee Terms of Reference that Councillor Dasko be appointed to the Heritage Advisory Committee for the 2018-2022 Term of Office, ending November 14, 2022, or until a successor is appointed; and

  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Councillor Dasko be appointed to the Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Subcommittee for the 2018-2022 Term of Office, ending November 14, 2022, or until a successor is appointed.

  Carried

15.2

To request the Sign By-law 54-2002 and Corporate Policy #05-01-08 be amended during the Declared Emergency in accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act to provide additional advertising opportunities (Councillor Saito, Ward 9)

Councillor Saito spoke briefly to the reason for the motion and waiving the restrictions on the amount of signs per property under the By-law. Councillor Saito spoke to community groups using more signage when the City goes into recovery and extending the exemption for community groups. Councillor Saito requested an amendment to the motion to include an exemption for community groups until December 31, 2020.

In response, Andrew Whittermore, Commissioner Planning and Building, spoke in support of the motion.

• RESOLUTION 0053-2020
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish

  WHEREAS recognizing the hardships and the challenges encountered by businesses and community groups as a result of the COVID 19 Pandemic;

  AND WHEREAS it is requested that Sign By-law 54-2002 and Corporate Policy #05-01-08 be amended during the Declared Emergency in accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, to provide additional advertising opportunities to assist in overcoming the challenges faced;

  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Private Property (By-law 54-2002) reflect:

  • Waive the maximum number of portable signs noted in Section 23 of the Sign By-law and permit 3 additional portable signs per street front without a permit. Upon the end of the Declared Emergency or June 30, 2020 (whatever comes first) except for community groups who will have this provision until December 31, 2020, the additional signs must be removed. Signs must comply with the setback and safety requirement noted in the Sign By-law;

   

  FURTHER IT BE RESOLVED that the Public property (Policy #05-01-08) reflect:

  • Increase Max display period from 21 days to 30 days
  • Increase Max number of PERMITS PER GROUP from 10 to 15 per year

  FURTHER IT BE RESOLVED that all existing permits will be honoured and no revisions can be made to issued permits.

  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, Counicllor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

15.3

Motion to defer storm water charge payments

Councillor Saito briefly spoke to the reason for the motion noting that the deferral of storm water payments is to assist residents and businesses in light of the current circumstances. Councillor Saito spoke to this matter being addressed at the next Regional Council meeting and allowing the Region to decide how the deferral will operate.

Geoff Wright, Commissioner Transportation and Works, noted that the deferral on storm water payments will not impact current projects in the Transportation and Works department.

Councillor Ras spoke to interest not occurring during the deferral period for storm water payments.

Councillor Dasko spoke to the storm water payments being a deferral and not forgiveness.

• RESOLUTION 0054-2020
  Moved By Councillor P. Saito
  Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko

  WHEREAS Council recognizes that in these uncertain times residents and businesses may be challenged with paying for some municipal services;

  AND WHEREAS Council has provided a ninety day deferral on the payment of interim tax installments;

  AND WHEREAS a deferral of storm water revenues is another municipal service where the City can provide relief;

  AND WHEREAS the Region of Peel bills this service on behalf of the City of Mississauga;

  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

  That the City of Mississauga accept a deferral of storm water payments from residents and businesses for up to ninety days and that no interest be charged during this deferral period;

  And that the Region of Peel Council establish the method as to how this deferral will be provided for on the Peel Water bill;

  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, Counicllor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

16.

MOTIONS

16.1

To close to the public a portion of the Council meeting to be held on March 25, 2020, to deal with various matters. (See Item 21 Closed Session)

• RESOLUTION 0056-2020
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor M. Mahoney

  WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (the "Act"), requires Council to pass a resolution prior to closing part of a meeting to the public;

  AND WHEREAS the Act requires that the resolution states the act of the holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting;

  NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that a portion of the Council meeting held on March 25, 2020 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters:

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

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

  • Assessment Appeals - 2020 Taxation
  • Appeal of the Decision of the Committee of Adjustment with respect to File Nos. “B”4/20, “A”18/20 and “A”19/20, 50 Woodlawn Avenue, 1909861 Ontario Inc. (Ward 1)
  • Labour relations or employee negotiations :

  Employee Relations Issues: COVID-19

  • Labour relations or employee negotiations - Verbal Update from Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer
  Carried

16.2

To appoint individuals to the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area 

Councillor Damerla spoke briefly to the motion and noted that she looks forward to working with the members appointed to the Cooksville BIA.

• RESOLUTION 0055-2020
  Moved By Councillor D. Damerla
  Seconded By Councillor R. Starr

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

  
  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
   

  That a by-law be enacted to appoint the following individuals to the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area for a term of office to expire on November 14, 2022, or until such time as their successors are appointed:

  1. Regenold Christian - Rhythm Travel & Tours, Owner, 99 and 101 Dundas St. E.
  2. Steven Smith - Xtremities, Owner, 37 Dundas St, W.
  3. Luie D’Guerra – A1 Copy & Print, Owner, 51-57 Dundas St. W.
  4. Jigisha Shah, Print 2 Go, Tenant, 28 Dundas St. E, Unit 2
  5. Oscar Valencia – Valencia Jewellery Ent., Tenant, 3038 Hurontario St, Unit 8
  6. Shawn Abrahim, Abrahim Law, Owner, 2549A Hurontario St.
  7. Sharon Johnson – Potluck Restaurant, Tenant, 21 Dundas St. E, Unit 2

  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, Counicllor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson

  Carried (12 to 0)

17.

INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF BY-LAWS

0061-2020

17.1

A by-law to amend Traffic By-law 555-00, regarding prohbited U-turns, Mavis Road and Sombrero Way/Courtneypark Drive West

GC-0132-2020/ March 11, 2020

 0049-2020

17.2

A by-law to amend Traffic By-law 555-00, regarding Stop Sign - Earl Street

GC-0097-2020 / February 26, 2020

0050-2020

17.3

A by-law to delegate authority to the Commissioner of Transportation and Works to approve routine traffic regulation amendments to Schedules of the Traffic By-law 555-00, as amended

GC-0133-2020 / March 11, 2020

0051-2020

17.4

A by-law to authorize the execution of a Development Agreement between Brown Maple Investments Inc. and the City of Mississauga ( OZ 18/007 W1)

PDC-0016-2020 / March 9, 2020

0052-2020

17.5

A by-law to Adopt Mississauga Official Plan Amendment No. 104 regarding a change in land use designation within the Port Credit Community Node

PDC-0075-2019/October 15, 2019

0053-2020

17.6

A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 0225-2007, regarding "H" holding symbol (OZ 19/008 W1) 

PDC-0014-2020 / February 24, 2020

0054-2020

17.7

A by-law to delegate authority for the execution of the agreement between the City of Mississauga and the City of Vaughan for the TXM Tax Manager Software

GC-0105-2020 / February 26, 2020

0055-2020

17.8

A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement of Purchase and Sale and Temporary Easements (Offer to Purchase) Part of Queen Street road allowance Port Credit Go Station

GC-0137-2020 / March 11, 2020

0056-2020

17.9

A by-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement of Purchase and Sale (Offer to Purchase) 17 Dundas Street East

GC-0136-2020 / March 11, 2020

0057-2020

17.10

A by-law to appoint members of the Board of Management for the Cooksville Business Improvement Area

Resolution 0055-2020 / March 25, 2020

0058-2020

17.11

A by-law to amend the Council Procedure By-law 139-13 to include procedures for Council in the event of an emergency (Housekeeping)

Resolution 0044-2020 / March 19, 2020

0059-2020

17.12

A By-law to amend the Corporation of the City of Mississauga’s Sign By-law 54-02, as amended, to grant certain exceptions to persons that erect portable signs during a declared emergency

Item 15.3.

0060-2020

17.13

A by-law to amend Zoning By-law 0225-2007 regarding lands southeast corner of Port Street East and Helene Street South (OZ 18-007 W1) 

PDC-0016-2020 / March 9, 2020

18.

MATTERS PERTAINING TO REGION OF PEEL COUNCIL

Members of Council spoke to the upcoming Regional Council meeting and noted information regarding the meeting will be provided later on in the day.

Members of Council spoke to the Region of Peel declaring a State of Emergency and raised concerns as to when correspondence was sent. In response, Mayor Crombie spoke to the role and obligations of the Regional Chair.

Robert Trewartha, Chief of Staff, noted that correspondence was sent to Councillors on March 18^th, 2020 at the same time as the media release.

Councillor Saito spoke to supporting a motion that will be put forth at the next Regional Council meeting by a Brampton Councillor and raised concerns with the communication between Region of Peel and the municipalities. Councillor Saito spoke to the Region of Peel supporting the initiatives of its municipalities.

Mayor Crombie raised concerns with the motion and spoke to the support of Regional staff to the municipalities.

19.

COUNCILLORS' ENQUIRIES

Parking

Councillor Saito spoke to the parking exemption By-law and whether it included boulevard parking and paid parking on City streets.

Councillor Fonseca spoke to residents receiving parking tickets and asked for further clarification regarding the parking exemptions.

Councillor Dasko spoke to offering a grace period for parking in front of businesses offering take out during this time.

Members of Council engaged in a discussion regarding payment in lieu of parking stalls, revenue from parking metres and waiving parking fees across the City.

In response, Geoff Wright, Commissioner of Transportation and Works, spoke to the following:

• No parking areas, parking metres, fire routes and accessible parking is being enforced and the parking exemption only applies to time exemption parking.
• Boulevard parking has not been enforced although there has not been an official approval to allow boulevard parking in the City.
• Following up with Councillor Fonseca’s office for more information regarding the residents who are receiving parking tickets.
• Following up with staff regarding enforcing paid parking in front of businesses offering takeout and offering flexibility

Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, spoke to payment in lieu of parking stalls noting that the city provides a parking space when businesses are unable to provide parking. Mr. Kent noted that the fees collected by businesses cannot be refunded.

Property Tax/ Tele Town Hall

Councillor Fonseca spoke to the property tax deferral and whether the deferral will impact the timelines to apply for seniors with low income who are on the Residential Tax Assistance Program. Councillor Fonseca spoke to the recent Tele Town Hall meeting and inquired as to when the next meeting will be scheduled.

Mayor Crombie spoke to the next Tele Town Hall meeting in early April and raised questions regarding the budget implications for scheduling another Tele Town Hall meeting.

In response, Gary Kent, Commissioner Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, noted that an update will be provided on property tax to clarify information regarding the deferral. Mr. Kent noted that the information will be provided to the Councillor’s office.

Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, spoke to the success of the Telephone Town Hall, financial challenges for the fiscal year, tracking budget pressures and advising Council of financial impacts.

Municipal Accommodation Tax

Councillor Saito raised questions regarding deferring payments of the Municipal Accommodation Tax for hotels.

In response, Gary Kent, Commissioner of Corporate Service and Chief Financial Officer, explained how the Municipal Accommodation Tax works and spoke to how much money is collected annually and the level of financial risk involved in deferring payments. Direction was provided to staff to discuss with hotels what concessions can be made and bring report back to Council.

Transportation Assistance

Councillor Starr spoke to the assistance being offered by Toronto Town Car Limousine Services for transportation services.

Mayor Crombie spoke to advising of this offer of assistance to the Region of Peel.

Clock Tower

Councillor Dasko requested the tower to be lit in blue in support of first responders. Members of Council engaged in a discussion regarding the colour to light the clock tower and leaving the current colour as gold for hope in effort to reduce staff resources. 

Playground Signage

Councillor Dasko raised a question regarding the timeline for playground signage.

Paul Mitcham, Commissioner Community Services, noted the signs are currently in production and spoke to the time it will take to install. Mr. Mitcham spoke to providing a timeline to Council once update is received.

COVID-19/ Social Distancing / Essential Services

Members of Council engaged in a discussion regarding social distancing in the workplace and where to report non-essential businesses still operating.

Mayor Crombie spoke to the amount of new COVID-19 cases and raised the importance of abiding by guidelines to flatten the curve to help stop the spread of the virus.

In response, Geoff Wright, Commissioner Transportation and Works spoke to reporting businesses not following social distancing in the workplace to the Ministry of Labour and enforcement staff working with Peel Regional Police to enforce provincial orders. Mr. Wright spoke to the possibility of the province giving municipalities the power to enforce provincial orders.

 

20.

OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

Councillor Damerla spoke to creating a Seniors Task Force where volunteers are matched with seniors who require assistance.

Mayor Crombie spoke in support of the initiative noting her staff will reach out to groups to seek interests. Mayor Crombie noted more information will follow regarding this initiative

21.

CLOSED SESSION

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

Council moved in Closed Session at 11:18 AM as adopted by Motion 16.1.

No discussion took place on this item

• RESOLUTION 0057-2020
  Moved By Councillor D. Damerla
  Seconded By Councillor K. Ras
  1. That the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated March 4, 2020 entitled Assessment Appeals – 2020 Taxation be received.
  2. That the Director, Revenue and Materiel Management be directed to appeal the 2016 Current Value Assessment (CVA) for 2020 taxation to the Assessment Review Board, for the properties listed in Appendix 1 attached to the report dated March 4, 2020 from the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer.
  3. That the Director, Revenue and Materiel Management be authorized to settle all matters related to these appeals and execute minutes of settlement, if appropriate.

      

  Carried

Andra Maxwell, City Solicitor provided an overview of the report. Members of Council engaged in a discussion regarding the report and raised questions.

Andrew Whittermore, Commissioner Planning and Building, and Ms. Maxwell responded to questions regarding the report from Members of Council.

• RESOLUTION 0058-2020
  Moved By Councillor S. Dasko
  Seconded By Councillor C. Parrish
  1. That Legal Services be instructed to SUPPORT the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File Nos. “B”4/20, “A”18/20 and “A”19/20 – 50 Woodlawn Avenue – 1909861 Ontario Inc. – Ward 1) and to attend before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal along with any necessary staff and/or consultants to represent the City of Mississauga; OR

      

  2. That Legal Services be instructed to OPPOSE the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File Nos. “B”4/20, “A”18/20 and “A”19/20 – 50 Woodlawn Avenue – 1909861 Ontario Inc. – Ward 1) and to attend before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal along with any necessary staff and/or consultants to represent the City of Mississauga; OR

      

  3. That Legal Services be instructed to TAKE NO POSITION with respect to the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File Nos. “B”4/20, “A”18/20 and “A”19/20 – 50 Woodlawn Avenue – 1909861 Ontario Inc. – Ward 1) and not attend the hearing.

      

  Carried

Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer, spoke to the Employee Relation Issues in light of COVID-19.

 Members of Council engaged in a discussion regarding the presentation and raised questions in light of the information provided.

In response, Ms. Baker, Paul Mitcham, Commissioner of Community Services, Shari Lichterman, Director Recreation, Antonietta Di Salvo, Acting Director, Human Resources and Joshua Doreen-Hartfield, Manager Employee and Labour Relations, responded to questions from Members of Council.

Council moved out of Closed Session at 12:54 AM

• RESOLUTION 0059-2020
  Moved By Counicllor S. McFadden
  Seconded By Councillor D. Damerla

  That the update from Janice Baker, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer regarding labour relations considered in Close Session on March 25, 2020, be received

  Carried

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 March 25, 2020.

0062-2020

23.

ADJOURNMENT

1: 02 PM