General Committee

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Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 2nd Floor
300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3C1
and Online Video Conference
Members Present
  • Councillor Matt Mahoney, Ward 8
  • Councillor John Kovac, Ward 4
  • Mayor Carolyn Parrish
  • Councillor Stephen Dasko, Ward 1
  • Councillor Alvin Tedjo, Ward 2
  • Councillor Chris Fonseca, Ward 3
  • Councillor Natalie Hart, Ward 5
  • Councillor Joe Horneck, Ward 6
  • Councillor Dipika Damerla , Ward 7
  • Councillor Martin Reid, Ward 9
  • Councillor Sue McFadden, Ward 10
  • Councillor Brad Butt, Ward 11

Staff Present

Geoff Wright, City Manager and CAO

Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Corporate Services

Sam Rogers, Commissioner of Transportation and Works

Andrew Whittemore, Commissioner of Planning and Building

Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services

Graham Walsh, City Solicitor

Marisa Chiu, Director, Finance & Treasurer

Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk

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

Heleana Tsabros, Legislative Coordinator


 Deputy Mayor and Councillor Mahoney, Chair called the meeting to order at 9:31 am.

 Deputy Mayor and Councillor Mahoney, Chair recited the Indigenous Land Statement.

A letter dated December 2, 2024 from Mike Bradley, Mayor of the City of Sarnia to the Premier of Ontario regarding Policing Cost Relief, was added under correspondence. 

Chair, Deputy Mayor and Councillor Mahoney, during Public Question Period, noted that the 3 letters listed below would be added to the agenda:

  • *12.7 Letter dated December 3, 2024 from Lucas Da Costa, Resident, regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan        
  • *12.8 Letter dated December 3, 2024 from Sasha Zambri, Resident, regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan
  • *12.9 Letter dated December 3, 2024 from Michael Jackman, Resident, regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan

Verbal Motion

Moved by: Councillor Dasko

That the agenda of the December 4, 2024 General Committee meeting be approved as amended. 

Item 10.2 was brought up for discussion and was voted on under this item.

Robert Trewartha, Director, Strategic Communications & Initiatives, and Ruth Marland, Strategic Leader, Strategic Initiatives presented an overview regarding Healthy City Strategy, highlighting the Cities for Better Health Network and its commitment to addressing diabetes in high-prevalence communities and emphasized health equity and integrating health into the decision-making processes.

In response to Councillor Reid’s inquiry regarding the Equity and Diversity Strategy and Region of Peel's information tool to avoid duplication, R. Trewartha advised that the focus groups and expos were part of the strategy, aligning with existing community diabetes services. R. Marland confirmed that it consolidated resources for staff and decision-makers into one stop shop to avoid duplication.

In response to Councillor Fonseca’s inquiry regarding healthier snack options available in vending machines, Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services, confirmed that the Region of Peel is revising guidelines and would introduce a healthy food and beverage policy in the new year.

In response to Mayor Parrish, J. Robillos confirmed that a balanced menu approach is anticipated going forward. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0532-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor M. Reid

    That the deputation by Robert Trewartha, Director, Strategic Communications & Initiatives, and Ruth Marland, Strategic Leader, Strategic Initiatives regarding Healthy City Strategy, be received.

    Received

Item 10.9 was brought up for discussion and was voted on under this item. 

Jamie Brown, Manager, Municipal Parking presented an overview of the City-Wide On-street Parking Permit Program and spoke to the Parking Master Plan's implementation strategy. J. Brown highlighted Mississauga's population growth, the impact of Bill 185, winter maintenance coordination with Works Operations, and a proposal to remove the petition process for Lower Boulevard Parking permit.

Members of the General Committee engaged in a discussion and raised the following points: 

  • Frequency of permits allowed per address and availability in certain areas
  • Involvement of Council in the approval process of the proposed parking areas
  • Review process for Lower Boulevard Parking (LBDP) in neighbourhoods
  • Parking permit eligibility of homes with garages that were converted into living spaces
  • Concerns about misuse of temporary parking permits by adjacent condominium owners using other addresses
  • Limitations on the number of permits per address, particularly in cases of illegal rooming houses
  • Request for more details on the public engagement process and benchmarking 
  • Snow removal challenges, particularly with windrow clearing in areas with street parking
  • Need for signage to implement parking restrictions on a street-by-street basis
  • Applicability of the LBDP program city-wide

J. Brown and Sam Rogers, Commissioner, Transportation and Works, responded to questions from Members of General Committee and provided the following clarifications:

  • Residents could obtain parking permits up to five days per year via 311, with plans for an online platform for easier access.
  • New proposed parking areas would be reviewed through local Councilors’ offices, with existing 15-hour parking areas remaining unchanged.
  • The LBDP program would be implemented city-wide as a standard practice, eliminating the current petition process.
  • No site inspections would be required for homes with converted garages.
  • A two-step verification process would prevent misuse of parking permits and ensure they were issued to valid addresses and vehicles.
  • Only one active annual or monthly permit would be allowed per address to prevent misuse.
  • Public engagement had been completed, and that bench marking details could be provided in future updates.
  • Coordination with Works Operations and Maintenance would be necessary to manage snow removal challenges in areas with street parking.
  • Signage requirements for parking restrictions would be assessed on a street-by-street basis, with additional enforcement resources to be considered.

The report was referred back to staff for further information and report back to future General Committee meeting.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0533-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That the deputation by Jamie Brown, Manager, Municipal Parking regarding City-Wide On-Street Parking Permit Program (All Wards), be received.

    Received

Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation presented an overview regarding the Shared Micro-mobility Program and highlighted the program's progress, ridership updates, the winter operations plan, the status of the ongoing pilot program, resource allocation, and potential operational adjustments for the 2025 season. 

Members of the General Committee engaged in a discussion regarding the program and raised the following points:

  • Abandoned e-scooters and accessibility challenges
  • Lack of docking stations
  • Safety and regulatory concerns, such as helmet use and traffic rule violations
  • Non-compliance fines for users and penalties for service providers
  • Geofencing issues and scooters operating on sidewalks
  • Undocked scooter charges for users failing to follow proper return procedures
  • The need for public engagement through educational campaigns promoting safety and proper usage 
  • Increased connectivity and access within transit hubs to facilitate last-mile travel
  • Identifying the number of scooters and bikes that were improperly docked/undocked 
  • Request for demographic data of users
  • Possibility of an offline meeting between General Committee members, staff, and partner companies to discuss concerns.

In response to General Committee's questions and concerns, M. Sweet provided the following clarifications:

  • More data such as demographics, riders age and trip length, would be shared in 2025.
  • The fleet size was not expected to decrease; 900 scooters were provided as minimal coverage, with adjustments made based on demand.
  • Users were required to upload a photo with a helmet, but enforcement of helmet use throughout the ride was under review; no fines had been issued for non-compliance with helmet use. 
  • Docking stations would be introduced in Spring 2025.
  • Service providers had been fined, with enforceable liquidated damages for non-compliance, following a 48-hour follow-up period.
  • The option of charging users for undocked scooters would be explored at the end of the contract.
  • The City of Mississauga's By-law Enforcement and Corporate Security departments had been collaborating with the Peel Regional Police to enforce moving violations.
  • Access to terminals was restricted for safety reasons, with ongoing discussions with Metrolinx to address these concerns.
  • The City's partner companies, Lime Technology Inc. and Bird Canada, were aligned on winter operations.
  • Toronto’s decision to ban the program was based on traffic and safety concerns, though no other municipality had cancelled the program.

In response to Mayor Parrish's inquiry, Graham Walsh, City Solicitor noted that the service providers would be primarily liable in the event of an accident, with the City being secondary liable and confirmed that the program undergoes regular audits. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0534-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor D. Damerla

    That the deputation by Matthew Sweet, Manager, Active Transportation regarding Shared Micro-mobility Program – 2024 Season Preliminary Update, be received.

    Received

Samer Fawzi Alghoul, Resident, provided a presentation on the "100 Towers City" vision proposing the transformation of single-family homes into high-rise buildings. S. Alghoul highlighted potential benefits such as improved infrastructure, increased investment, and urban growth and spoke to key challenges such as zoning, transportation, and homeowners' acceptance.

Mayor Parrish expressed support for S. Alghoul's idea but emphasized the need for developer investment. Councillor Kovac invited S. Alghoul to meet offline for further discussions. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0535-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor J. Kovac

    That the deputation received by Samer Fawzi Alghoul, Resident regarding Corporate Strategic Plan Update, be received.

    Received

Derrick Chan, Resident spoke to the proposed Streetsville Heritage Conservation District plan, noted concerns with the restrictions and impact on housing and property alterations, and asked members of the General Committee to postpone or amend the proposed plan. 

In response to D. Chan and Mayor Parrish, John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage and Museums clarified that the plan would not change the existing heritage framework but would expand it to cover a broader area. J. Dunlop further explained that the plan would streamline administrative processes, allowing residents to make alterations compatible with the character of Streetsville Village.

In response to Councillor Damerla's inquiry, J. Dunlop spoke to the distinction between contributing and non-contributing properties and clarified that the plan would set expectations as to what would be permitted but any changes out of the scope of the proposed plan would still require a Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA). 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0536-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor D. Damerla

    That the deputation received by Derrick Chan, Resident, regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan contained in the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11 - 2024 - dated November 26, 2024, be received.

    Received

Justice Perras, Resident spoke in opposition to the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan and noted concerns with the restrictions, impact on local businesses, schools, housing and planning development.

In response to Councillor Tedjo, Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk clarified that the recommendation regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan, as outlined in the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11-2024, could be voted on separately and removed from the report.

In response to Councillor Damerla, Jodi Robillos, Commissioner of Community Services, explained that the heritage conservation district legislation guides renovations, requiring owners to follow a process involving the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC). J. Dunlop further added that provincial legislation and guidelines would apply to all properties in the district once designated as contributing properties.

In response to Councillor Horneck, J. Dunlop clarified that there is an exception clause for the main commercial strip at Queen Street.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0537-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor A.Tedjo

    That the deputation received by Justice Perras, Resident, regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan contained in the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11 - 2024 - dated November 26, 2024, be received.

    Received

Darminder Singh, Resident, spoke to Item 11.1 and enquired regarding the lack of communication about the possibility of their property becoming heritage-designated, the associated costs, and restrictions. Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services responded to questions and spoke to meeting offline with D. Singh regarding his concerns.  

Johny Cao, Resident, spoke to Item 11.1 and expressed concerns about the deputation process, the restrictions and impact on housing and property alterations, and asked members of the General Committee to exclude residential homes from the proposed plan.

In response to Mayor Parrish's inquiry regarding the letter received from resident Lucas Da Costa, John Dunlop, Manager, Indigenous Relations, Heritage and Museums clarified that all properties were heritage designated under the Heritage By-law, but not individually heritage listed. J. Dunlop added that heritage designation aimed to preserve Streetsville's character and not block development. 

In response to Councillor Damerla's inquiry, J. Dunlop advised that development would adhere to some of the proposals and confirmed that mixed use development would be allowed. Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services noted that heritage and development processes would continue to be managed separately. 

In response to Councillor Butt, Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk clarified that the recommendation regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan, as outlined in the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11-2024, would be pulled out from the report and voted on separately. Councillor Butt spoke to the importance of the Heritage Conservation District Designation for Streetsville, the public engagement process and the feedback received from residents.

In response to Councillor Tedjo, D. Rusnov confirmed that based on the Procedure By-law residents can only speak to the matter once.

The following HAC-0101-2024 recommendation was removed from Item 11.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11 - 2024 - dated November 26, 2024, and was voted on separately. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0538-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor M. Mahoney
    1. That the Corporate Report from the Commissioner of Community Services, dated November 7, 2024, entitled “Streetsville Heritage Conservation District (Ward 11)”, be approved.
    2. That Council designate the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, shown on page 2 of the attached Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan, under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act.
    3. That Council adopt the attached Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan; and
    4. That the proposed Official Plan amendments noted on pages 102 and 103 of the attached Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Plan be considered and included where feasible for Mississauga Official Plan 2051.

    (HAC-0101-2024)
    (Ward 11)

    YES (8)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, and Councillor B. Butt
    NO (1)Councillor A.Tedjo
    ABSTAIN (1)Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (8 to 1)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0539-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    That the following items were approved on the consent agenda:

    • 10.1 2025 Federal and Provincial Pre-Budget Submissions
    • 10.2 Healthy City Strategy
    • 10.4 Financial Report as at September 30, 2024
    • 10.5 Single Source Contract Award for the Supply and Delivery of a Cloud Based Data Analytics Solution for Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services
    • 10.8 Single Source Award to Novaquip Lifting Systems Inc. for Three (3) In-Ground Garage Hoists at Edward J. Dowling Transit Facility
    • 10.11 Draft Plan of Phased Condominium – 35 & 55 Lunar Crescent, CDM 24014, Phase 4 (Ward 11)
    • 11.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11 - 2024 - dated November 26, 2024 - 0586-2024
    • 11.3 Road Safety Committee Report 7 - 2024 - dated November 26, 2024
    • *11.4 Accessibility Advisory Committee Report 4 - 2024 dated December 2, 2024, with the exception of HAC Recommendation 0101-2024
    • *11.5 Heritage Advisory Committee Report 12 - 2024 dated December 3, 2024
    • 12.1 A letter dated November 25, 2024 from Mayor Carolyn Parrish to the Premier of Ontario and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding Strong Mayor Powers and Budgetary Timeline
    • 12.2 Letter dated November 27, 2024 from Douglas Hancock, President Heritage Mississauga (Mississauga Heritage Foundation Inc.) in support of Streetsville Heritage Conservation District
    • *12.3 Letter dated November 29, 2024 from Mayor Carolyn Parrish to the Prime Minister of Canada regarding Reform of the Canada Disability Benefit to assist individuals with disabilities living in poverty 
    • *12.4 Letter dated November 29, 2024 from Mayor Carolyn Parrish to the Minister of Municipal Affairs regarding Peel Police Funding Formula and Fairness for Mississauga        
    • *12.5 Toronto Star opinion piece by Mayor Parrish
    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0540-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden
    1. That the priority topics contained in the report dated November 21, 2024 from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer entitled, “2025 Federal and Provincial Pre-Budget Submissions” be endorsed as the City of Mississauga’s priority advocacy request to the federal and provincial government for the 2025 federal and provincial pre-budget submissions;
    2. That the City hosts a meeting of Council, Mississauga MPPs and MPs prior to the introduction of the federal and provincial budgets, to discuss the city’s budget priorities;
    3. That the Mayor or designate attend an in-person federal and provincial consultation to deliver Mississauga’s priorities directly to the Ministers of Finance or their designates.
    4. That the final versions of the pre-budget submissions be presented to Council in January 2025 for approval, prior to submission to the federal and provincial governments; and
    5. That the final versions of the federal and provincial pre-budget submissions be forwarded to local Mississauga MPs and MPPs, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
    Carried

This item was brought up for discussion and was voted on under item 7.1.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0541-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor M. Reid

    That the “Healthy City Strategy” and associated recommendations attached as Appendix 4 to the corporate report titled “Healthy City Strategy” and dated November 19, 2024, from the City Manager and CAO, be approved.

    Approved

In response to Councillor Dasko's inquiry regarding the 19 themes, Robert Trewartha, Director, Strategic Communications & Initiatives, confirmed that arts and culture would be included.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0542-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko
    1. That Council approve the recommended approach to refreshing the City’s Strategic Plan as outlined in the report dated November 11, 2024 from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer entitled “Corporate Strategic Plan Update” to initiate public engagement starting in January 2025; and
    2. That the City of Mississauga renew its partnership with the World Council on City Data (WCCD), including adopting ISO standards to monitor city services, quality of life, smart city initiatives, and urban resilience.
    YES (10)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (10 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0543-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden
    1. That the Mississauga Garden Park Development Reserve Fund RF#35345 name be changed to Riverwood Conservancy Development Reserve Fund;
    2. That the Mississauga Garden Park Maintenance Reserve Fund RF#35346 name be changed to Riverwood Conservancy Maintenance Reserve Fund;
    3. That $900,000 be transferred from the Tax Capital Reserve Fund (#33121) to the Tax Funded Planning and Studies Reserve Fund (#33122);
    4. That any 2024 year-end Stormwater operating program deficit be transferred from the Stormwater Pipe Reserve Fund (#35993);
    5. That up to $259,040 of the Operating Budget Reserve request be approved for transfer to the Fiscal Stability Reserve (#30125) as listed in Appendix 2;
    6. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.
    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0544-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden
    1. That the Single Source procurement for a cloud based data analytics solution for Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services from Darkhorse Analytics Inc. be approved for a period of five (5) years, with the option to extend another five (5) years, as detailed in the corporate report entitled “Single Source Contract Award for the Supply and Delivery of a Cloud Based Data Analytics Solution for Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services” dated October 17, 2024 from the City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer.
    2. That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to execute all contracts and related ancillary documents with respect to the purchase between the City and Darkhorse Analytics Inc. in the amount of $1,099,525 exclusive of taxes, in accordance with the City’s Procurement Bylaw 0013-2022, as amended, and in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.
    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (11 to 0)

Councillor Tedjo suggested that the software licence management be referred to Audit Committee for review of expired or obsolete licenses. Raj Sheth, Commissioner of Corporate Services and Councillor Horneck, Chair of Audit Committee agreed. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0545-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor A.Tedjo

    1. That Council approve the Single Source procurements for software licensing, subscription services, professional services, and maintenance and support related to eight (8) Information Technology contracts as listed in Appendix 1 of the report dated September 5, 2024, from the Commissioner of Corporate Services, entitled “Single Source Procurements Related to 2024 – Q4 Information Technology (IT) Contracts: Safe Software Inc., Frontdesk Queue Management Systems Inc., IdeaScale, Teranet Inc., Grapevine Analytics Inc., LinkedIn Corporation, Microsoft Canada Inc., ACCEO Solutions Inc.”.

    2. That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to execute all contracts and related ancillary documents with respect to the purchases between the City and the Suppliers identified in Appendix 1 for the goods and services, contract term, and estimated amounts exclusive of taxes, in accordance with the City’s Procurement By-law 0013-2022, as amended, and in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.

    YES (10)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (10 to 0)

Policy 03-06-08 Bid Awards and Bid Protests Update

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0546-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden
    1. That the Single Source procurement for the supply and installation of three (3) in-ground garage hoists from Novaquip Lifting Systems Inc. be approved, as detailed in the corporate report titled “Single Source Award to Novaquip Lifting Systems Inc. for Three (3) In-Ground Garage Hoists at Edward J. Dowling Transit Facility” dated November 4, 2024, from the Commissioner of Transportation & Works.
    2. That the Chief Procurement Officer or designate be authorized to execute all contracts and related ancillary documents with respect to the purchase between the City and Novaquip Lifting Systems Inc. for an estimated amount of $1,845,000.000 exclusive of taxes, in accordance with the City’s Procurement Bylaw 0013-2022, as amended, and in a form satisfactory to Legal Services.
    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (11 to 0)

Item 10.9 was brought up for discussion and was voted on under item 7.2. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0547-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That the report dated October 30, 2024 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works entitled "City-Wide On-Street Parking Permit Program (All Wards)", be referred back to staff for more information and report back to General Committee.

    YES (10)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    NO (1)Councillor A.Tedjo
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Referred (10 to 1)

This item was brought up for discussion and was voted on under item 7.3.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0548-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko

    That the report titled, “Shared Micro-mobility Program – 2024 Season Preliminary Update”, dated November 22, 2024, from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works, be received for information.

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0549-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    That a by-law be enacted to authorize the Commissioner of Transportation and Works and the City Clerk to execute and affix the Corporate Seal to the Statement from the Municipality to be added to Schedule G to Declaration for a Standard or Phased Condominium Corporation for Draft Plan of Phased Condominium CDM 24014 located at 35 and 55 Lunar Crescent as outlined in the Corporate Report entitled “Draft Plan of Phased Condominium – 35 and 55 Lunar Crescent, CDM 24014, Phase 4 (Ward 11)”, dated November 18, 2024 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Works.

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

In response to Deputy Mayor and Councillor Mahoney, Chair,  Diana Rusnov, Director of Legislative Services and City Clerk clarified that the Heritage Advisory Committee Report 11 - 2024 - dated November 26, 2024 with the exception of HAC-101-2024 would be approved on the consent agenda. 

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0550-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    GC-0550-2024

    That the deputation and presentation by Vanessa Hicks, Heritage Planner, MHBC Planning Ltd., regarding Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0094-2024)

    (Ward 11)

    GC-0551-2024

    That the verbal deputation by Rahul Mehta regarding item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0095-2024)

    (Ward 11)

    GC-0552-2024

    That the deputation and presentation by Josh Reid, Resident regarding item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0096-2024)

    (Ward 11)

    GC-0553-2024

    That the verbal deputation by Mark Dunham regarding item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0097-2024)

    GC-0554-2024

    That the verbal deputation by Kelly Singh, Executive Director, More Homes Mississauga regarding item 10.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0098-2024)

    GC-0555-2024

    That the verbal deputation by Lucas DaCosta, Resident regarding item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received

    (HAC-0099-2024)

    GC-0556-2024

    That the following items were approved on consent:

    Item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District (Ward 11)

    Item 11.1 - Email dated November 14, 2024 from Ash Kamath, Resident regarding Item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District (Ward 11)

    Item 11.2 - Correspondence dated November 27, 2024 from Roger Wainwright and Linda Lee, Residents regarding Item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District (Ward 11)

    Item 11.3 - Email dated November 14, 2024 from Zhiqiang Cao, Resident regarding Item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District (Ward 11)

    Item 11.4 - Correspondence dated November 22, 2024 from Kim Mullin, Wood Bull LLP regarding item 9.1 Streetsville Heritage Conservation District (Ward 11)

    (HAC-0100-2024)

    GC-0557-2024

    That the email dated November 14, 2024 from Ash Kamath, Resident regarding Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0102-2024)

     

    GC-0558-2024

    That the email dated November 17, 2024 from Roger Wainwright and Linda Lee, Residents regarding Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0103-2024)

    GC-0559-2024

    That the email dated November 14, 2024 from Zhiqiang Cao, Resident regarding Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0104-2024)

    GC-0560-2024

    That the correspondence dated November 20, 2024 from Kim Mullin, Wood Bull LLP regarding the Streetsville Heritage Conservation District, be received.

    (HAC-0105-2024)

    YES (12)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    Carried (12 to 0)

Councillor Reid provided direction to staff to re-inspect the intersection for the warrants for a school crossing guard at St. Albert of Jerusalem Catholic Elementary School.

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0561-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor M. Reid

    MSTSAC-0069-2024

    1. That the 2024 Wilde Wood Award for School Zone Safety be awarded to the following schools that have demonstrated that they have a team of staff and/or volunteers that deserve to be recognized for the efficient operation of the School Zone Safety (Kiss & Ride) Program and promote and/or encourage active transportation to and from school.
      St. Raphael Catholic Elementary School (Ward 5)
      St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Elementary School (Ward 8)
      Plum Tree Public School (Ward 9)
      Clarkson Public School (Ward 2) 
    2. That $2,000.00 ($500.00 per school) be allocated for awarding the recipients of the 2024 Wilde Wood Award.

    (MSTSAC-0069-2024)

    MSTSAC-0070-2024

    1. That Julie Lavalle, Principal, St. Alfred Catholic Elementary School be named the recipient of the 2024 Dr. Arthur Wood Award.
    2. That the cost of approximately $200.00 be approved for the purchase of a plaque to present to the recipient of the 2024 Dr. Arthur Wood Award.

    (MSTSAC-0070-2024)

    MSTSAC-0071-2024

    1. That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard at Tenth Line West and lnnisdale Road for the students attending St. Albert of Jerusalem Catholic Elementary School.
    2. That the Site Inspection Subcommittee of Traffic Safety Council be directed to re-inspect the intersection for the warrants for a school crossing guard.

    (MSTSAC-0071-2024)

    MSTSAC-0072-2024

    1. That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard at Sebastian Drive and Artesian Drive for the students attending St. Sebastian Catholic Elementary School.

    (MSTSAC-0072-2024)

    MSTSAC-0073-2024

    1. That the Principal of Erin Centre Middle School be requested to:
      1. remind students not to enter the crosswalk after the white walking man is no longer showing.
      2. remind students to wear helmets when riding bicycles.
    2. That Peel Regional Police be requested to attend in front of Erin Centre Middle School at 3240 Erin Centre Boulevard between the times of 2:25 - 2:45 pm to provide enforcement for vehicles stopped in live lanes to pick up students.

    (MSTSAC-0073-2024)

    MSTSAC-0074-2024

    1. That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard at 2300 Speakman Drive for the students attending Olive Grove Private School.
    2. That Transportation and Works be requested to:
      1. review the feasibility of creating a third lane, turning lane on Speakman Drive in front of Olive Grove Private School.
      2. review the feasibility of painting a center line on Speakman Drive if a turning lane

        cannot be implemented.

    3. That the Principal of Olive Grove Private School:
      1. give consideration to creating right turn only from the school driveway on the east side.
      2. give consideration to using the southwest driveway into the west side of the parking lot to create more storage and create another pickup/drop off area.
    4. That members of the Mississauga School Traffic Safety Action Committee meet on site with the principal of Olive Grove Private School to discuss the above recommendations.

    (MSTSAC-0074-2024)

    MSTSAC-0075-2024

    1. That the warrants have not been met for the placement of a school crossing guard at Swinbourne Drive and Douguy Boulevard for the students attending Britannia Public

      School.

    2. That Transportation and Works be requested to:
      a. paint ladder markings on all three legs at the intersection of Swinbourne Drive and Douguy Boulevard.
      b. repaint faded stop bars on all three legs at the intersection of Douguy Boulevard and Swinbourne Drive.
    3. That the Principal of Britannia Public School be requested to review the feasibility of

      opening the Kiss and Ride at afternoon dismissal.

    4. That Parking Enforcement be requested to enforce the "no stopping/no parking" zones on Swinbourne Drive between the times of 8:25 - 8:45 am and 2:50 - 3:15 pm.

    (MSTSAC-0075-2024)

    MSTSAC-0076-2024

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

      of St. John of the Cross Catholic Elementary School at 3180 Aquitaine Avenue for the students attending St. John of the Cross Catholic Elementary School.

    2. That Transportation and Works be requested to:
      a. review the feasibility of implementing a speed camera on Aquitaine Avenue in front of St. John of the Cross Catholic Elementary School.
      b. review the signage on Aquitaine Avenue in front of St. John of the Cross Catholic Elementary School to the corner of Tenth Line West.
      c. install "no stopping" prohibitions on Aquitaine Avenue.
      d. install "no stopping" corner prohibitions on Aquitaine Avenue at Tenth Line West.
      e. move the painted line at the southeast corner up to the 40 km/hr sign and install a "no stopping" prohibition to prevent parking too close to the corner.
    3. That once the signage is in place that the Principal of St. John of the Cross Catholic Elementary School be requested to advise the parents and students of the new "no stopping" restriction on Aquitaine Avenue.
    4. That Parking Enforcement be requested to enforce the "no stopping" zones on Aquitaine Avenue, in front of St. John of the Cross Catholic Elementary School between the times of 8:40 - 9:05 am and 3: 15 - 3:40 pm, once the signage is in place.
    5. That Peel Regional Police be requested to attend the school to enforce "no u-turns"

      between the times of 8:40 - 9:05 am and 3: 15 - 3:40 pm, once the signage is in place.

    (MSTSAC-0076-2024)

    MSTSAC-0077-2024

    That the Site Inspection Statistics Report – November 2024  be received.

    (MSTSAC-0077-2024)

    MSTSAC-0078-2024

    That the Parking Enforcement in School Zone Report for October 2024 be received.
    (MSTSAC-0078-2024)

    MSTSAC-0079-2024

    That the Transportation and Works Action Items List - October 2024 be received.

    (MSTSAC-0079-2024)

    YES (10)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (10 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0572-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    RSC-0029-2024

    That the deputation by Dhruv Kapoor, Resident regarding concerns with car drivers using high beam lights on City roads be received.

    (RSC-0029-2024)

    RSC-0030-2024

    That the deputation by Erica Warsh, Project Leader Vision Zero and Alex Legrain, Project Leader Special Projects with respect to Collision Trends November 2024 be received.

    (RSC-0030-2024)

    RSC-0031-2024

    That the deputation by Catherine Nguyen-Pham, Communications Advisor with respect to Communications Environmental Scan be received.

    (RSC-0031-2024)

    RSC-0032-2024

    That the deputation by Rahul Mehta, Resident regarding the Mascot Concept be received for information.

    (RSC-0032-2024)

    RSC-0033-2024

    That the Slow Down Lawn Sign - Creative Options be referred to the Road Safety Promotional Subcommittee.

    (RSC-0033-2024)

    RSC-0034-2024

    That the memorandum dated November 19, 2024 from Erica Warsh, Vision Zero Program Lead regarding the Mascot Concept be refferred to the Road Safety Promotional Subcommittee.

    (RSC-0034-2024)

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0578-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    AAC-0011-2024

    1. That the deputation and presentation by Jordan Lee and Caleigh McInnes regarding Bill 185 Changes, Implications on the Requirement for Accessible Parking, be received.
    2. That the Mayor send a letter to the Province to advocate on behalf of the City of Mississauga and address the unintended consequence of Bill 185 on accessible parking in Major Transit Station Areas (MTSAs).

    (AAC-0011-2024)

    AAC-0012-2024

    That the verbal update regarding the Region of Peel’s Accessibility Advisory Committee provided by Mary Daniel, Citizen Member and Member of the ROP AAC, be approved.

    (AAC-0012-2024)

    AAC-0013-2024

    That the 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee Work Plan as discussed at the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting, be approved.

    (AAC-0013-2024)

    AAC-0014-2024

    1. That the resignation email from Alessia Commisso, Citizen Member dated September 8, 2024 be approved; and
    2. That due to the resignation of Alessia Commisso, Citizen Member, a vacancy exists on the Accessibility Advisory Committee, and that the City Clerk be directed to fill the vacancy in accordance with the Corporate Policy #02-01-01 on Citizen Appointments to Committees, Boards and Authorities.

    (AAC-0014-2024)

    AAC-0015-2024

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

    (AAC-0015-2024)

    AAC-0016-2024

    That the memorandum dated November 25, 2024 from Martha Cameron, Legislative Coordinator entitled "2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee and Facility Accessibility Design Subcommittee Meeting Dates", be approved.

    (AAC-0016-2024)

    AAC-0017-2024

    That the Chair of the Accessibility Advisory Committee send a letter of support to the Prime Minister endorsing the Disability Without Poverty initiative, be approved.

    (AAC-0017-2024)

    AAC-0018-2024

    That the deputation and associated presentation by Hagit Waisman, Architect, Ward 99 Architects Inc., regarding the Malton Community Centre Renewal Project on July 29, 2024, be received for information.

    (AAC-0018-2024)

    (FADS-0004-2024)

    AAC-0019-2024

    That the deputation and presentation by Hagit Waisman, Architect and Tina Ranieri-D'Ovidio, Architect, of Ward 99 Architects regarding the design for Fire Stations 103 and 111, be received for information.

    (AAC-0019-2024)

    (FADS-0005-2024)

    AAC-0020-2024

    That the verbal update from Steven Viera, Citizen Member regarding the Transit Advisory Committee 2023 Annual Plan, be received.

    (AAC-0020-2024)

    YES (11)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor J. Kovac, Mayor Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor J. Horneck, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (11 to 0)
  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0588-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. McFadden

    HAC-0106-2024

    That the following items were approved on consent:

    • Item 9.1 – Request to Alter a Heritage Designated Property: 13 Thomas Street (Ward 11)
    • Item 9.3 – 2025 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Dates

    (HAC-0106-2024)

    HAC-0107-2024

    That the request to alter the designated heritage property at 13 Thomas Street (Ward 11) as per the Corporate Report dated November 5, 2024 from the Commissioner of Community Services, be approved.

    (HAC-0107-2024)

    (Ward 11)

    HAC-0108-2024

    That the request to alter the heritage designated properties at 84 and 90 High Street East (Ward 1) be approved, and that staff be directed to give effect thereto, as per the report from the Commissioner of Community Services, dated October 31 2024.

    (HAC-0108-2024)

    (Ward 1)

    HAC-0109-2024

    That the memorandum from Martha Cameron, Legislative Coordinator dated November 27, 2024 entitled "2025 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Dates", be approved.

    (HAC-0109-2024)

    HAC-0110-2024

    That staff be directed to bring a report back to the Heritage Advisory Committee regarding the installation of interpretive panels at the entrance of City parks, be approved.

    (HAC-0110-2024)

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

Members of the General Committee spoke to events and celebrations taking place in Mississauga.

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

  • Moved ByCouncillor N. Hart

    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 December 4, 2024 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matter:

    1. Pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001
      1. 16.1 A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board: Authorization to approve Surplus Land Declaration for the Purpose of Disposition - City-owned lands on the east side of Tarn Road (Ward 1)

      2. 16.2 Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose: Peel Police Budget (Verbal)

    Received

     

    The Committee went into Closed Session at 1:00 PM and returned at 1:50 PM. The following matters were voted on in Open Session.

16.1
A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board: 

 

Authorization to approve Surplus Land Declaration for the Purpose of Disposition - City-owned lands on the east side of Tarn Road (Ward 1)

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0602-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor S. Dasko
    1. That the City-owned lands legally described as Part of Block A, Registered Plan 663, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 43R-41591 being part of PIN 13337-0686 (LT), containing an area of approximately 338 square metres (3,638.2 square feet), in the City of Mississauga, Regional Municipality of Peel (Ward 1), be declared surplus to the City’s requirements.
    2. That the Commissioner of Corporate Services and the City Clerk be authorized to execute an Agreement of Purchase and Sale between the Corporation of the City of Mississauga as vendor and the adjacent Owner as purchaser, including all ancillary documents and any subsequent amending or extension agreements, with respect to the City-owned lands containing an area of approximately 338 square metres (3,638.2 square feet), legally described as Part of Block A, Registered Plan 663, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 43R-41591 being part of PIN 13337-0686 (LT) at nominal consideration in a content and form satisfactory to the City Solicitor and/or his designate.
    3. That all steps necessary to comply with the requirements of Section 2 (3) of the City Notice By-law 0215-2008, as amended, be taken, including giving notice to the public by posting a notice on the City of Mississauga’s website for a two-week period, where the expiry of the two-week period will be at least one week prior to the execution of an agreement for the sale of subject lands.
    4. That all necessary by-laws be enacted.
    YES (7)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (7 to 0)

16.2
Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose: 

 

Peel Police Budget (Verbal)

  • RECOMMENDATIONGC-0603-2024
    Moved ByCouncillor B. Butt

    That the verbal update with respect to the Peel Police Budget be received. 

    YES (7)Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor A.Tedjo, Councillor M. Reid, Councillor B. Butt, and Councillor N. Hart
    ABSENT (1)Councillor C. Fonseca
    Carried (7 to 0)

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