Council

MINUTES

THIRD MEETING

December 19, 2016

The Council meets in Regular Session in the Council Chambers this day at 4:01 PM.

PRESENT:  Mayor M. Brown and Councillors M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, and T. Park and C. Saunders (City Clerk).

ABSENT:  Councillor J. Zaifman.

ALSO PRESENT: A. Zuidema, J. Carter, B. Coxhead, S. Datars Bere, T. Gaffney, T. Grawey, A. Hagan, M. Hayward, O. Katolyk, L. Livingstone, L. Marshall, V. McAlea Major, D. Mounteer, K. Murray, D. O’Brien, M. Ribera, L.M. Rowe, K. Scherr, C. Smith, B. Westlake-Power, J. Wills and J. Yanchula.

At the beginning of the Meeting all Members are present except Councillors S. Turner and J. Zaifman.

I

DISCLOSURES OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

Councillor P. Hubert discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 19 of the 1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee, having to do with hate-related graffiti, by indicating that he is the Executive Director of a social services agency that has a social enterprise for graffiti removal.  Councillor P. Hubert further discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 11 of the 3rd Report of the Corporate Services Committee, and related Bill No. 35, having do with the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy, by indicating that he is the Executive Director of a social service agency that responds to Requests for Proposals issued by The Corporation of the City of London.

Councillor V. Ridley discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 7 of the 1st Report of the Civic Works Committee, having do with comments on the Ministry of Energy’s Discussion Paper on Ontario’s Long-Term Energy Plan, by indicating that her spouse works in the energy industry.

Councillor J. Morgan discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 6 of the 3rd Report of the Corporate Services Committee, having to do with the City of London’s 2017 Provincial Budget submission, specifically as it relates to the establishment of a centre for medical innovation, by indicating that there is a crossover with his employer, Western University, as there is potential capital that could flow to that organization.

Councillor S. Turner discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 16 of the 1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee and related Bill No. 31, having to do with the annual emergency management program update, by indicating that his employer is involved in this matter.  Councillor S. Turner further discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 8 of the 1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee, having to do with the Open Air Burning By-law Education Plan, by indicating that his employer is involved in the enforcement of this By-law.  Councillor S. Turner also discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 21 of the 1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee, having to do with the Business Licensing By-law Review, by indicating that his employer is involved in the enforcement of this By-law.

III

REVIEW OF CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED IN PUBLIC

XI

ENQUIRIES

Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that pursuant to section 7.4 of the Council Procedure By-law, the order of business be changed to permit consideration of a confidential enquiry by the Council, In Closed Session.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that pursuant to section 11.4 of the Council Procedure By-law, leave be given to add a Council, In Closed Session matter to receive information related to a matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding identifiable individuals, with respect to employment-related matters, advice or recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation; and advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong to Approve that the following be added to the reasons for Council, In Closed Session:

A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding identifiable individuals, with respect to employment-related matters, advice or recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation; and advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

IV

COUNCIL, IN CLOSED SESSION

Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins and seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that Council rise and go into Council, In Closed Session, for the purpose of considering the following matters:

a)

A matter pertaining to advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose and advice with respect to litigation with respect to various personal injury and property damage claims against the City. (C1/3/CSC)

b)

A matter pertaining to the security of the property of the municipality including communications necessary for that purpose and advice or recommendation of officers and employees of the Corporation, as it relates to internal controls. (C1/1/AC)

c)

(ADDED) A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding identifiable individuals, with respect to employment-related matters, advice or recommendations of offers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation; and advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (C1/4/CSC)

d)

(ADDED)  A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding identifiable individuals, with respect to employment-related matters, advice or recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation; and advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

The Council rises and goes into Council, In Closed Session at 4:09 PM, with Mayor M. Brown in the Chair and all Members present except Councillors S. Turner and J. Zaifman.

The Council, In Closed Session rises at 5:07 PM and Council reconvenes at 5:12 PM, with Mayor M. Brown in the Chair and all Members present except Councillor J. Zaifman.

V

CONFIRMATION AND SIGNING OF THE MINUTES OF THE FIRST MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 6, 2016 AND THE SECOND MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 13, 2016

Motion made by Councillor B. Armstrong and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve the Minutes of the First and Second Meetings held on December 6 and December 13, 2016, respectively.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (14)

VI

COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong to Approve receipt and referral of the following communications, as noted on the Agenda and Added Agenda.

1.

M. Doornbosch, Associate, Zelinka Priamo Ltd. - Property located at 132, 146 and 184 Exeter Road (39T-15501/Z-8470) (Refer to the Planning Environment Committee stage for consideration with clause 12 of the 1st Report of the Planning and Environment Committee.)

2.

Subsidized Transit (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee stage for consideration with clause 18 of the 1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee.)

a)

P. Stewart, 28 Riverview Street

b)

M. Browett, 309-110 Highview Avenue

3.

(ADDED) Councillor M. Salih and Councillor P. Squire -  Subsidized Transit (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee stage for consideration with clause 18 of the 1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee.)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (14)

VII

MOTIONS OF WHICH NOTICE IS GIVEN

VIII

REPORTS

1st Report of the Planning and Environment Committee

Motion made by Councillor T. Park to Approve clauses 1 to 15, excluding clauses 7 and 12.

1.

Election of Vice-Chair for term ending November 30, 2017

That Councillor S. Turner BE ELECTED Vice Chair of the Planning and Environment Committee for the term ending November 30, 2017.

2.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

3.

Property Located at 751 Fanshawe Park Road West

That, on the recommendation of the Senior Planner, Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to the request from Vista Woods Estates Inc., relating to the property located at 751 Fanshawe Park Road West:

a)         the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the request for a three (3) year extension of the draft plan of subdivision approval for the draft plan submitted by Vista Woods Estates Inc., (File No. 39T-03505), prepared by Whitney Engineering Inc. (dated May 2013) as redline amended, which shows 127 single detached residential lots, two (2) medium density residential blocks, one (1) park block, and road widening and reserve blocks served by five (5) new streets and the extension of Eagletrace Drive and Buroak Drive SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Schedule “A”; and,

b)         the applicant BE ADVISED that the Director, Development Finance, has summarized claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, as Schedule “B”.   (2016-D12)

4.

Urban Agriculture Strategy - Terms of Reference

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the Terms of Reference appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, for the development of an Urban Agriculture Strategy BE ENDORSED.   (2016-E11)

5.

Improvements to Public Engagement in the Planning Process

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the staff report dated December 12, 2016, with respect to improvements to public engagement in the planning process, as modified based on stakeholder consultation and anticipated for initial implementation beginning in Spring 2017, BE RECEIVED for information.   (2016-M17)

6.

Candidate Approval for the Urban Design Peer Review Panel

That, on the recommendation of the Director, Land Use Planning and City Planner, the following candidates BE APPROVED for the positions listed below on the Urban Design Peer Review Panel:

a)  Jordan Kemp – Position of Urban Planner/Designer;

b)  John Nicholson – Position of Architect; and,

c)  Janine Oosterveld – Position of Urban Planner.   (2016-D32)

8.

Property located at 138 Thompson Road (Z-8687)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with respect to the application of Hillside Church of London, relating to the property located at 138 Thompson Road, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 17, 2017, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Commercial Recreation (CR) Zone TO a Light Industrial Special Provision (LI3(_)) Zone;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individual indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made an oral submission regarding this matter;

it being noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons:

•           the recommended Zoning By-law Amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;

•           the recommended amendment is consistent with the Light Industrial Policies including the non-industrial secondary land uses of the Official Plan;

•           the recommended zone allows for an appropriate development that is consistent with the character of the abutting neighbourhood;

•           the property is of sufficient size to support the use; and,

•           the proposed place of worship and day care uses are generally consistent with the London Plan.

9.

Property located at 801 Sarnia Road   (39CD-15516/Z-8549 )

10.

Property located at North Side of Bradley Avenue, East of Highbury Avenue (39T-92020/39T-92020-E)

That, on the recommendation of the Senior Planner, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Drewlo Holdings Inc., relating to the property located on the north side of Bradley Avenue, east of Highbury Avenue:

a)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that no issues were raised at the public participation meeting with respect to the application for Revisions and Extension of Draft Approval by Drewlo Holdings Inc., relating to lands located on the north side of Bradley Avenue, east of Highbury Avenue;

b)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that Municipal Council supports issuing a three (3) year extension to Draft Plan Approval for the residential plan of subdivision, as red-line amended, SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Appendix “A” #39T-92020 / #39T-92020-E; and,

c)            the applicant BE ADVISED that the Director of Development Finance has summarized the estimated costs and revenues information appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Appendix “B”;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding this matter;

it being noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons:

·                     a requested three year extension is reasonable to allow sufficient time for the registration of this plan;

·                     the red line revised plan incorporates minor road alignment and lotting adjustments to reflect recent updates to the Provincially Significant Wetland boundary delineation; and,

·                     the revised draft plan results in a portion of the adjacent draft plan 39T-92020 merging with 39T-92020-E as one draft approved plan, with one set rather than two sets of draft plan conditions and is considered appropriate.   (2016-D12)

11.

11th Report of the Trees and Forest Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 11th Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee from its meeting held on November 23, 2016:

a)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to consider a minimum shade standard for parks, especially defined recreational spaces within parks, such as playgrounds and around sports fields, to ensure that upcoming planting efforts maximize the public health benefit of trees and the shade they produce for youth and other park users; it being noted that the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee received the presentation appended to the 11th Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee, prepared by students of the Environmental Health Promotion Program, Western University, with respect to this matter; and,

b)         clauses 1, 2, 4 to 10, BE RECEIVED.

13.

Deferred Matters List

That the following actions be taken with respect to the Planning and Environment Committee Deferred Matters List: 

a)         the Deferred Matters List BE UPDATED and items that have been addressed by the Civic Administration BE REMOVED; and,

b)         the Requested/Expected Reply Date for Item 14, a review of financial incentives offered through the City's existing Community Improvement Plan BE AMENDED to read Q1 2017.

14.

165 Elmwood Avenue Former Normal School Transportation Review

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the transportation review of the former Normal School, located at 165 Elmwood Avenue:

a)         the staff report dated December 12, 2016, with respect to the transportation review of the former Normal School, located at 165 Elmwood Avenue, BE RECEIVED for information; and,

b)         the corresponding item, Number 17 on the Planning and Environment Committee (PEC) Deferred Matters List BE REMOVED from the PEC Deferred Matters List.  (2016-T08)

15.

CPR Right-of-Way Between the Heritage Sarnia Road Bridge and the Sarnia Road Railway Underpass

The Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to advise the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) of the Municipal Council’s desire to have those lands located along the CPR right-of-way between the heritage Sarnia Road bridge and the Sarnia Road railway underpass be reforested.

7.

Property located at 1448 Adelaide Street North (OZ-8684)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Kim Nguyen, relating to the property located at 1448 Adelaide Street North:

a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 17, 2017, to amend the Official Plan to  change the designation of the subject lands FROM a Low Density Residential designation TO a Multi-Family, Medium Density Residential designation and to amend the Official Plan BY ADDING a policy to section 10.1.3 – Policies for Specific Areas; and,

b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 17, 2017, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan, as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Residential R2/Office Conversion (R2-2/OC2) Zone TO a Residential R2/Office Conversion Special Provision (R2-2/OC5(_)) Zone;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding this matter;

it being noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons:

•           the recommended Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;

•           the recommended amendment is consistent with, and will serve to implement, the Multi-Family, Medium Density Residential policies of the Official Plan;

•           the recommended amendment is consistent with, and will serve to implement, the Chapter 10 policies of the  Official Plan;

•           the recommended amendment is consistent with the Official Plan Policies for Office Conversions; and,

•           the existing built form and proposed on-site parking is capable of supporting the personal service establishment use while limiting negative impacts on abutting uses.   (2016-D09)

12.

Property located at 132, 146 and 184 Exeter Road  (39T-15501/Z-8470 ) (Relates to Bill No. 50)

That on the recommendation of the Senior Planner, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Barry Zagdanski, c/o Z-Group, relating to the properties located at 132, 146 and 184 Exeter Road:

a)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that issues were raised at the public participation meeting with respect to the application by Barry Zagdanski, c/o Z-Group, for the draft plan of subdivision for the properties located at 132, 146 and 184 Exeter Road, relating to:

i)              access to the property located at 1350 Wharncliffe Road South; and,

ii)            construction of the proposed Bradley Avenue extension;

b)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports issuing draft approval on a portion of the draft plan of subdivision, as red-line amended, which shows 25 low density blocks, 11 medium density blocks, 2 park blocks, 4 multi-use pathway blocks, 1 stormwater management block, 1 future stormwater management or residential block, 1 light industrial block, 2 open space blocks, 1 school block, 1 future road block, as well as several 0.3m reserves and road widenings, all served by 4 new secondary collector roads, and 11 new local streets, SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Appendix "B"; it being noted that a new subdivision application, including the required reports, studies and fees, will be required for the referred portion of the subdivision; 

c)            the Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to have further discussions with the applicant and the adjacent land owner with respect to access for the property located at 1350 Wharncliffe Road South;

d)            the request to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1 to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Urban Reserve (UR6) Zone, a Holding Light Industrial (h-17*LI3) Zone and an Environmental Review (ER) Zone TO a Residential R1 (R1-1) Zone, to permit single detached dwellings with a minimum lot frontage of 9.0m and a minimum lot area of 250 m² BE REFUSED for the following reason:

i)              the requested zone is is applied to existing development located within older neighbourhoods in the City; it being noted that the recommended R1-13 Zone more appropriately reflects the proposed lot sizes within a suburban/new development environment;

e)            the proposed by-law appended to the December 12, 2016 Planning and Environment Committee Added Agenda, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Urban Reserve (UR6) Zone, a Holding Light Industrial (h-17*LI3) Zone and an Environmental Review (ER) Zone TO:

·                     a Holding Residential R1 Special Provision (h*h-100*R1-3(___)) Zone, to permit single detached dwellings with a minimum lot area of 300 square metres (3,229 square feet), with a special provision for a minimum lot frontage of 11.0m (36 feet) and to ensure garages shall not project beyond the façade of the dwelling or façade (front face) of any porch, and shall not occupy more than 50% of lot frontage;

·                     a Holding Residential R1 Special Provision (h*h-100*R1-4(___)) Zone, to permit single detached dwellings with a minimum frontage of 12.0 metres (39.4 feet), a minimum lot area of 360 square metres (3,875 square feet), with a special provision to ensure garages shall not project beyond the façade of the dwelling or façade (front face) of any porch, and shall not occupy more than 50% of lot frontage;

·                     a Holding Residential R1 Special Provision (h*h-100*R1-13(___)) Zone, to permit single detached dwellings with a minimum frontage of 9.0 metres (29.5 feet), a minimum lot area of 270 square metres (2,906 square feet), with a special provision to reduce the rear yard setback to 6.0 metres (whereas 7.0 metres is required) and to ensure garages shall not project beyond the façade of the dwelling or façade (front face) of any porch and shall not occupy more than 50% of lot frontage;

·                     a Holding Residential R1 Special Provision/Neighbourhood Facility  (h*h-100*R1-4(___))/NF Zone, to permit single detached dwellings with a minimum frontage of 12.0 metres (39.4 feet), a minimum lot area of 360 square metres (3,875 square feet), with a special provision to ensure garages shall not project beyond the façade of the dwelling or façade (front face) of any porch and shall not occupy more than 50% of lot frontage, and to permit Places of Worship, Elementary Schools and Day Care Centres;

·                     a Holding Residential R4 Special Provision (h*h-100*R4-6(  )) Zone, to permit street townhouse dwellings with a minimum lot area of 145 square metres (1,561 square feet), a maximum lot coverage of 45%, and a maximum height of 12.0 metres, with a special provision to increase the lot frontage to a minimum 7.0 metres (whereas 5.5 metres is the minimum);

·                     a Compound Holding Residential R5/R6 Special Provision (h*h-100*h-198*R5-4(__)/R6-5(__)) Zone, to permit medium density cluster housing  uses such as single detached, semi-detached, duplex, triplex, apartment buildings, townhouses and stacked townhouses, at a maximum height of 12.0 metres, with a special provision for a minimum density of 30 units per hectare and maximum density of 75 units per hectare;  

·                     a Compound Holding Residential R5/R6 Special Provision (h*h-100*h-198*R5-4(_*_)/R6-5(_*_)) Zone, to permit medium density cluster housing  uses such as single detached, semi-detached, duplex, triplex, apartment buildings, townhouses and stacked townhouses, with a special provision for a minimum height of two (2) storeys, a maximum height of nine (9) storeys, a minimum density of 30 units per hectare and maximum density of 100 units per hectare;  

·                     an Open Space (OS1) Zone to permit uses such as City or private parks;

·                     an Open Space (OS5) Zone on the naturalized corridor running through the subject site to permit the conservation and passive recreational uses (pathways and trails); and,

·                     a Holding Light Industrial (h-17*LI2/LI4/LI7) Zone, to permit a range of industrial uses including  to permit a range of industrial and commercial type uses such as bakeries, business service establishments, laboratories, manufacturing and assembly industries, offices support, paper and allied products industries excluding pulp and paper and asphalt roofing industries, pharmaceutical and medical product industries, printing, reproduction and data processing industries, research and development establishments, warehouse establishments, wholesale establishments, custom workshop, brewing on premises establishments, service trade, existing self-storage establishments, dry cleaning and laundry plants, food, tobacco and beverage processing industries excluding meat packaging, leather and fur processing excluding tanning, repair and rental establishments, service and repair establishment;

it being noted that the following holding provisions have also been applied:

·                    (h) - to ensure that there is orderly development through the execution of a subdivision agreement and adequate securities;

·                    (h-100) -to ensure there is adequate water service and appropriate access, a looped watermain system must be constructed and a second public access must be available;

·                    (h-198) -  to encourage street-oriented development and discourage noise attenuation walls along arterial roads, a development agreement shall be entered into to ensure that new development is designed and approved consistent with the Southwest Area Secondary Plan;

f)             the application to amend the Zoning By-law for the easterly portion of the subject lands BE DEFERRED to a later date until such time as a new application for plan of subdivision is submitted, as noted in part b) above;

g)            the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to initiate a Zoning By-law amendment application on behalf of the property owner to rezone Block 38 of this draft plan of subdivision should it be determined this block is not necessary for stormwater management purposes; and,

h)            the Applicant BE ADVISED that the Director, Development Finance has summarized claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, as Schedule “B”;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding this matter;

it being noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons:

·                     the recommended residential development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;

·                     the red-lined draft plan will conform with the Southwest Area Plan and the Official Plan (as amended);

·                     the conditions of draft approval will ensure that development will occur in an orderly manner and on full municipal services;

·                     the recommended zoning will ensure that the densities established through SWAP are implemented; and,

·                     the recommended development represents good land use planning.  (2016-D09)

Motion made by Councillor T. Park and seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve that part e) of clause 12 be amended to read as follows:

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (14)

Motion made by Councillor T. Park and seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve clause 12, as amended.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (14)

1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee

Motion made by Councillor M. Salih to Approve clauses 1 to 7, 9, 10, 12 to 15, 17, 22 and 23.

1.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

2.

Election of Vice-Chair for the term Ending November 30, 2017

That Councillor H.L. Usher BE APPOINTED Vice-Chair of the Community and Protective Services Committee for the term ending November 30, 2017.

3.

7th Report of the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 7th Report of the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee from its meeting held on November 24, 2016:

a)         that the Civic Administration BE REQUSTED to report back to a future meeting of the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee (CSCP) with respect to the following matters related to the Environmental Assessment being undertaken at the intersection of Western Road and Sarnia Road/Philip Aziz Avenue:

i)          the reason for the discrepancy between the traffic signals and the pedestrian signal;

ii)         the potential implications of bus rapid transit and any potential impact on pedestrian safety;

iii)         the status of the Environmental Assessment;

iv)        an update with respect to the preferred option of a tunnel or a pedestrian overpass; it being noted that the CSCP prefers a pedestrian overpass; and,

v)         requesting that the preferred option be wheelchair accessible;

b)         that the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee (CSCP) requested that a representative from the London Police Services BE REQUESTED to attend a future CSCP meeting for the following reasons:

i)          to provide information about street checks; it being noted that the CSCP has safety concerns related to its understanding of the program;

ii)         to provide an update related to the enforcement of the reduced speed limits in school zones; and,

iii)         to provide the statistics that the London Police Services previously provided to the CSCP; and

c)         clauses 1 to 9 BE RECEIVED.

4.

4th Report of the Town and Gown Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 4th Report of the Town and Gown Committee from tis meeting held on November 23, 2016:

a)         that the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to include educational information related to residential rental properties signage when issuing residential rental unit licenses;

b)         that the following actions be taken with respect to proposed amendments to the Public Nuisance By-law (PH-18):

i)          the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to give consideration to amending the definition of “Nuisance Party” in the Public Nuisance By-law (PH-18) to address the issue of rooftop social gatherings, as it creates a public safety concern;

ii)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back to the Town and Gown Committee with respect to the request in part a), above; and,

iii)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to address the above-noted matter and hold a public participation meeting at the appropriate Standing Committee, prior to St. Patrick's Day, 2017; it being noted that the Town and Gown Committee heard a verbal presentation from P. White, Western University, with respect to the 2016 Homecoming events; and,

c)         clauses 1 to 5 BE RECEIVED.

5.

2nd Report of the Diversity, Inclusivity and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee

That the 2nd Report of the Diversity Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee from its meeting held on November 17, 2016, BE RECEIVED.

6.

11th Report of the Accessibility Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 11th Report of the Accessibility Advisory Committee from its meeting held on November 24, 2016:

a)         that the Civic Administration BE ADVISED that the Accessibility Advisory Committee (ACCAC) supports, in principle, the broadening of access of the proposed subsidized transit model, to support the expansion of inclusivity within the program, noting that the ACCAC had reservations as to whether the current funding model offers this; it being noted that the staff report dated November 16, 2016, from C. Smith, Manager, Community Partnerships and Funding, with respect to this matter, was received;

b)         that the following actions be taken with respect to the Built Environment and Facilities Sub-Committee report dated November 14, 2016:

i)          the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to consider the attached Accessible Cab User Review; and,

ii)         the attached letter of support BE FORWARDED to the Trails Advisory Group and the Environmental and Parks Planning Division for their consideration; it being noted that the sub-committee would like to be included in any further developments, with respect to this matter;

c)         that the following actions be taken with respect to the Education and Awareness Sub-Committee report dated November 14, 2016:

i)          the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to outsource the finalized development of the three Accessibility Advisory Committee (ACCAC) brochures, to be completed prior to the end of 2016; and,

ii)         it BE NOTED that the ACCAC approved expenditures of $5.34 to F. de Lasa, to cover costs associated with the printing of brochure templates; it being further noted that the ACCAC has sufficient funds in its 2016 budget to cover these expenditures; and,

d)         clauses 1, 4 and 7 to 13, BE RECEIVED.

7.

Cost Recovery for London Fire Department Attendance at Structure Fires

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services and the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the report dated December 13, 2016, with respect to cost recovery for London Fire Department attendance at structure fires, BE RECEIVED. (2016-P16)

9.

Renewing an Agreement with South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre for Use of Space for Social and Community Programs at South London Community Centre (Relates to Bill No. 27)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to:

a)         approve the licence agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and the South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre, to provide space in the South London Community Centre (SLCC) to the South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre (SLNRC) for the purpose of delivering social and community programs in the South London area;   and,

b)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement. (2016-S12)

10.

Agreement with South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre for Space to Provide Settlement Services at South London Community Centre (Relates to Bill No. 28)

12.

Amendment to PH-7 Dogs Off Leash Area By-law (Relates to Bill No. 44)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to amend By-law No. PH-7 entitled, “Dog Off Leash Areas By-law” with a revised area plan for the Greenway Dog Off-Leash Area, by repealing and replacing Schedule “A”. (2016-R04)

13.

Social Housing Improvement Program (SHIP) (Relates to Bill No. 29)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to:

a)         approve the Housing Provider Contribution Agreement, substantially in the form attached to the above-noted by-law, and satisfactory to the City Solicitor, for the Social Housing Improvement Program between the City of London and Housing providers; and,

b)         to delegate authority to the Managing Director of Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, or designate, to execute the Housing Provider Contribution Agreements as approved. (2016-S11)

14.

Children 5 to 12 Years of Age Ride for Free on Public Transit Council By-law and Agreement (Relates to Bill No. 30)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, the revised, attached by-law, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to:

a)         approve an agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and the London Transit Commission to provide free bus transportation for individuals 5 to and including 12 years of age commencing January 1, 2017;

b)         to authorize a grant to the London Transit Commission for such purpose;    and,

c)         to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted agreement. (2016-T03)

15.

Basic Income Pilot Project for Ontario

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home and the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, the report dated December 13, 2016, with respect to the Basic Income Pilot Project for Ontario, BE RECEIVED for information. (2016-S12)

17.

Residential Rental Units Licensing By-law: Secondary Dwelling Units and Inspection Protocol  (Relates to Bill No. 36)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the revised, attached proposed by-law, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to amend By-law No. A-51, as amended, entitled “A by-law to provide for Various Fees and Charges” in order to amend the fee related to applications for new Rental Residential Licences to increase the fee from $55.00 to $165.00; it being noted the amendment addresses fee increases for initial applications only to cover the costs of pro-active property standards inspections; the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back at a future meeting of the CPSC, with respect to short-term property rentals to address amenities, character and stability of a neighbourhood, which may be affected by Rental Residential Licenses;

it being noted that the CPSC heard a presentation from the Chief Municipal By-law Officer, with respect to this matter;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions in connection therewith. (2016-P09)

22.

Deferred Matters List

That the December 2016 Deferred Matters List for the Community and Protective Services Committee BE RECEIVED.

23.

11th Report of the Accessibility Advisory Committee

That the Confidential Appendix to the 11th Report of the Accessibility Advisory Committee BE RECEIVED.

8.

Open Air Burning By-law - Education Plan

That, on the recommendation of the Fire Chief, the report dated December 13, 2016, with respect to the open air burning by-law education plan, BE APPROVED. (2016-P09)

Motion made by Councillor V. Ridley and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve that clause 8 BE REFERRED back to the Community and Protective Services Committee (CPSC),to allow those who wished to have delegation status to do so at the January meeting of the CPSC; it being noted that several Council Members have received notice from residents of their intent to request delegation status before the Committee regarding this matter. 

Motion Failed

YEAS: M. Salih, J. Morgan, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher (4)

NAYS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, T. Park (9)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

11.

London Community Gardens Program Strategic Plan - Year 1 Update

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services and the Managing Director of Parks and Recreation, the report dated December 13, 2016 with respect to the London Community Gardens Strategic Plan Year One Update, BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted that the Community and Protective Services Committee received a communication from M. Temme with respect to this matter.  (2016-S12)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (14)

16.

Annual Emergency Management Program Update (Relates to Bill No. 31)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services and Chief Human Resources Officer, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, to:

a)         adopt the Emergency Management Program, including the London Emergency Response Plan as set out in Schedule “A” of the above-noted by-law; and,

b)         repeal By-law A.-7338-23. (2016-P03)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

18.

Subsidized Transit

Motion made by Councillor V. Ridley and seconded by Councillor T. Park to Approve that in accordance with section 11.14 of the Council Procedure By-law, the question on the referral be put.

Motion Failed

YEAS: M. Brown, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, P. Squire, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (8)

NAYS: M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert (5)

Motion Failed

YEAS: M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, P. Hubert, H.L. Usher (4)

NAYS: M. Brown, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, V. Ridley, S. Turner, T. Park (9)

The motion to amend part b), as subsequently modified by the mover and seconder, is put as follows:

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

NAYS: S. Turner (1)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy and seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve part b) of clause 18, as amended.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

NAYS: S. Turner (1)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve part a).

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, T. Park (9)

NAYS: P. Squire, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher (4)

Motion made by Councillor J. Helmer and seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve the following new part h):

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor J. Helmer and seconded by Councillor M. Salih to Approve the following new part i):

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

NAYS: M. van Holst (1)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve parts c),  e),  f) and g).

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve part d).

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, V. Ridley, T. Park (7)

NAYS: B. Armstrong, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, S. Turner, H.L. Usher (6)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve clause 18, as amended.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

NAYS: S. Turner (1)

II

RECOGNITIONS

1.

Outstanding London Ambassador Award

The Municipal Council recognizes the recipient of the 2016 Outstanding London Ambassador Award, Damian Warner.

1st Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee (continued)

19.

Hate Related Graffiti

The Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to review and report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee setting out measures that could be undertaken to address the increase in hate related graffiti, including, but not limited to the following:

a)         increased set fines associated with hate related graffiti within the City’s Graffiti implement By-law PW-10, as amended;

b)         enhanced coordination and response times between the City and other agencies, such as the London Police Services; and

c)         a dedicated e-mail address ([email protected]) in the Customer Relations Management (CRM) system to provide a means to collect data and assist with coordination. (2016-P08)

20.

Affordable Access to City-Owned Community Centres and Recreation Facilities

21.

Business Licensing By-law Review - Status Update

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the staff report, dated December 13, 2016, with respect to the Business Licensing By-law Review Status Update BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted that the CPSC received a communication from G. Maccartney, London Chamber of Commerce, with respect to this matter.  (2016-P09)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

3rd Report of the Corporate Services Committee

Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve clauses 1 to 5, 8, 9, 12 to 16, 18 and 19.

1.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that the following pecuniary interests were disclosed:

a)         Councillor J. Morgan disclosed a pecuniary interest in clause 6 of this Report, having to do with the City of London’s 2017 Provincial Budget submission, specifically as it relates to the establishment of a centre for medical innovation, by indicating that there is a crossover with his employer, Western University, as there is potential capital that could flow to that organization.

b)         Councillor P. Hubert discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 11 of this Report, having to do with the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy, by indicating that he is the Executive Director of a social services agency that contracts with The Corporation of the City of London.

2.

Election of Vice-Chair for the term ending November 30, 2017

That Councillor J. Helmer BE ELECTED Vice Chair of the Corporate Services Committee for the term ending November 30, 2017.

3.

Declare Surplus – 18 Grace Street

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the City-owned land located at 18 Grace Street, described as Part Lot 2 North of Oxford St, Plan 5(W) as in W33003, PIN 082470140, containing an area of approximately 7,363 square feet (684 square meters):

a)         the subject property BE DECLARED surplus; and

b)         the subject property (“Surplus Lands”) BE DISPOSED OF in accordance with the City’s Sale and Other Disposition of Land Policy.

4.

Veterans Affairs Canada Cenotaph/Monument Restoration Program Contribution Agreement (Relates to Bill No. 32)

That, on the recommendation of the Director of Community and Economic Innovation, the proposed by-law included as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 to:

a)         authorize and approve a Veterans Affairs Canada Cenotaph/Monument Restoration Program Contribution Agreement, attached as Schedule A to the by-law, between The Corporation of the City of London and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada as represented by the Minister of Veterans Affairs;

b)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign the Contribution Agreement, authorized and approved in a),above; and,

c)         delegate authority to the Director of Community and Economic Innovation to execute any financial reports required as a condition of the Agreement authorized and approved in a) above.

5.

Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Diverse Voices for Change Initiative

That, on the recommendation of Director, Community and Economic Innovation, the following actions to be taken with respect to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Diverse Voices for Change Initiative:

a)         the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE RECEIVED for information; and

b)         the following BE ENDORSED as London’s objective as a participant in the Diverse Voices for Change Initiative: To increase the representation of women, particularly women from diverse backgrounds, on City of London advisory committees and the governance bodies of City of London agencies, boards and commissions.

8.

Request for Write-Off of Provincial Offences Act (POA) Accounts Receivable

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to write-off the outstanding Provincial Offences Act (POA) Accounts Receivable, attached as Appendix “B” to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, in accordance with the Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG) Write-Off Directive and Council Policy 8(5) being the Accounts Receivable and Collections Policy; and,

b)         the Mayor BE DIRECTED to submit a letter to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) outlining the City’s perspectives on POA collections and a recommendation for AMO to advocate for province-wide solutions, which could include the study of expanded recovery tools for outstanding POA fines, amongst other topics (e.g. licence plate condition).

9.

Request for Write-Off of Miscellaneous Accounts Receivable

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to write-off the outstanding Accounts Receivable, attached as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, in accordance with Council Policy 8(5) being the Accounts Receivable and Collections Policy.

12.

Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee Amendment to Terms of Reference

That, on the recommendation of the City Clerk, the Terms of Reference for the Community Safety and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee BE AMENDED by deleting the provision for a Voting Member from the Block Parent Central Committee, by increasing the number of Voting Members-at-Large from 4 to 5 and by deleting the Non-Voting Resource position representing the Block Parent Office.

13.

London Police Service Board - Application to Increase Board Size from Five to Seven Members

hat the following actions be taken with respect to an application to increase the size of the London Police Services Board:

a)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to submit a letter to the Lieutenant Governor as application to increase the size of the London Police Services Board from five to seven members in accordance with section 27(9) of the Police Services Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 15 and include the December 5, 2016 letter from the London Police Services Board as an attachment to that communication;

b)         the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE RECEIVED for information; and

c)         the London Police Services Board communication dated December 5, 2016 BE RECEIVED for information.

14.

Review of Corporate Assets: Initial Scoping Report

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the scoping report regarding a process for evaluating the City of London’s asset portfolio BE RECEIVED for information;

b)         the Council-adopted “Principles for Identifying Asset Sales and Revenue Alternatives” provided in Appendix ‘A’ to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted that the principles will be further developed into a Council policy;

c)         the inventory of municipally-owned assets separated by category, provided in Appendix ‘B’ to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE RECEIVED for information;

d)         the related Council-approved “Sale and Other Disposition of Land Policy”, provided in Appendix ‘C’ to the staff report dated December 13, 2016, BE RECEIVED for information:

e)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to update or develop policies for the disposal of vehicles, furniture and equipment for inclusion in the Council Policy Manual;

f)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on options for municipally-owned assets and the potential proceeds from the sale of assets for the following categories:

i)          Class A – Vacant land and buildings (First Quarter, 2017);

ii)          Class C – Major venues, non-core services and assets (Third Quarter, 2017);

g)         NO ACTION BE TAKEN to review Classes B, D, E, F and G assets as described in the staff report dated December 13, 2016;

h)         the attached presentation from the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer and the Manager of Business Process Planning BE RECEIVED; and

i)          the communication dated December 9, 2016 from C. Butler, BE RECEIVED.

15.

Request for Designation of the International Food Festival as a Municipally Significant Event

That the International Food Festival, to be held June 23, 2017 to June 25, 2017 in Victoria Park, BE DESIGNATED as an event of municipal significance in the City of London.

16.

Request for Designation of the London Rib Fest as a Municipally Significant Event

That the London Rib Fest, to be held August 3, 2017 to August 7, 2017, in Victoria Park, BE DESIGNATED as an event of municipal significance in the City of London.

18.

Court Security and Prisoner Transportation ProgramTransfer Payment Agreement (Relates to Bill No. 34)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on December 19, 2016 to approve the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Court Security and Prisoner Transportation Program between The Corporation of the City of London and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario; and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement.

19.

Section 18(14) Council Policy Manual (Relates to Bill No. 43)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and Chief Human Resources Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on December 19, 2016 to revoke any Council Policy pertaining to benefits for common law spouses and all amendments thereto, as may have been approved by the Municipal Council by by-law or resolution or as otherwise stated on the City of London’s website, and

b)         the remainder of the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED for information.

6.

City of London 2017 Provincial Budget Submission – City Building is Nation Building

That, on the recommendation of the Director, Community & Economic Innovation, the following actions be taken with respect to the City of London’s 2017 Provincial Budget Submission:

a)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to submit the City of London’s 2017 Provincial Budget Submission to the Government of Ontario as part of the provincial pre-budget submission process; and,

b)         the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE RECEIVED for information.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: J. Morgan (1)

7.

Amendment to Council Policy 8(5) “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable” (Relates to Bill No. 38)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable”:

a)         the proposed by-law included as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Accounts Receivable and Collections Policy” in order to:

i)          provide for the authorization and guidelines for the write-off of uncollectible Miscellaneous and Provincial Offences Act (POA) Accounts Receivable;

ii)          identify the steps to be taken for the collection of receivables;

iii)         establish conditions under which an amount can be cancelled or written-off;

iv)        define the authorization levels for write-offs; and

b)         the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer BE DIRECTED to report back to the Corporate Services Committee with potential amendments to the authorization thresholds for Provincial Offences Act accounts receivable and miscellaneous accounts receivable that would delegate a higher degree of decision-making authority to the Civic Administration.

10.

Update of Council Tax Policies (Relates to Bill Nos. 39 and 40)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the proposed by-law included as Appendix “B” to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 26(4) entitled “Treatment of Properties that Do Not Sell at Municipal Tax Sales” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 26(4); and 

b)         the proposed by-law included as Appendix “C” to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of introducing a new Council Policy that provides for the delegation to the City Treasurer to approve and sign minutes of settlement for assessment appeals filed under the Assessment Act or other legislation.

17.

Repeal and Amendment of Financial Services Policies (Relates to Bill Nos. 41 and 42)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing the following Council Policies as they are no longer required and outdated given current operational processes:

i)          8(2) Notice of Tax Arrears Interest Rate

ii)          8(10) Disaster Relief Policy

iii)         8(24) Bid Funding for Sports Events; and

b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 13, 2016 as Appendix “B” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 8(21) entitled “Property Tax Relief for Legions” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 8(21).

Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve that  clause 7, clause 10 and clause 17, be amended to read as follows:  

7.

Amendment to Council Policy 8(5) “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable” (Relates to Bill No. 38)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable”:

a)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Accounts Receivable and Collections Policy” in order to:

i)          provide for the authorization and guidelines for the write-off of uncollectible Miscellaneous and Provincial Offences Act (POA) Accounts Receivable;

ii)          identify the steps to be taken for the collection of receivables;

iii)         establish conditions under which an amount can be cancelled or written-off;

iv)        define the authorization levels for write-offs; and

b)         the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer BE DIRECTED to report back to the Corporate Services Committee with potential amendments to the authorization thresholds for Provincial Offences Act accounts receivable and miscellaneous accounts receivable that would delegate a higher degree of decision-making authority to the Civic Administration.

10.

Update of Council Tax Policies (Relates to Bill Nos. 39 and 40)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 26(4) entitled “Treatment of Properties that Do Not Sell at Municipal Tax Sales” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 26(4); and 

b)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of introducing a new Council Policy that provides for the delegation to the City Treasurer to approve and sign minutes of settlement for assessment appeals filed under the Assessment Act or other legislation.

17.

Repeal and Amendment of Financial Services Policies (Relates to Bill Nos. 41 and 42)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing the following Council Policies as they are no longer required and outdated given current operational processes:

i)          8(2) Notice of Tax Arrears Interest Rate

ii)          8(10) Disaster Relief Policy

iii)         8(24) Bid Funding for Sports Events; and

b)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 8(21) entitled “Property Tax Relief for Legions” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 8(21).

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy and seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve clause 7, clause 10 and clause 17, as amended.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

7.

Amendment to Council Policy 8(5) “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable” (Relates to Bill No. 38)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable”:

a)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Uncollectible Accounts Receivable” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 8(5) entitled “Accounts Receivable and Collections Policy” in order to:

i)          provide for the authorization and guidelines for the write-off of uncollectible Miscellaneous and Provincial Offences Act (POA) Accounts Receivable;

ii)          identify the steps to be taken for the collection of receivables;

iii)         establish conditions under which an amount can be cancelled or written-off;

iv)        define the authorization levels for write-offs; and

b)         the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer BE DIRECTED to report back to the Corporate Services Committee with potential amendments to the authorization thresholds for Provincial Offences Act accounts receivable and miscellaneous accounts receivable that would delegate a higher degree of decision-making authority to the Civic Administration.

10.

Update of Council Tax Policies (Relates to Bill Nos. 39 and 40)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 26(4) entitled “Treatment of Properties that Do Not Sell at Municipal Tax Sales” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 26(4); and 

b)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of introducing a new Council Policy that provides for the delegation to the City Treasurer to approve and sign minutes of settlement for assessment appeals filed under the Assessment Act or other legislation.

17.

Repeal and Amendment of Financial Services Policies (Relates to Bill Nos. 41 and 42)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken:

a)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing the following Council Policies as they are no longer required and outdated given current operational processes:

i)          8(2) Notice of Tax Arrears Interest Rate

ii)          8(10) Disaster Relief Policy

iii)         8(24) Bid Funding for Sports Events; and

b)         the attached proposed revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 for the purpose of repealing Council Policy 8(21) entitled “Property Tax Relief for Legions” and replacing it with a revised Council Policy 8(21).

11.

Procurement of Goods and Services Policy Revisions (Relates to Bill No. 35)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the attached revised by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 to amend Schedule “C” - Procurement of Goods and Services Policy to By-law No. A.-6151-17, being “A By-law to establish policies for the sale and other disposition of land, hiring of employees, procurement of goods and services, public notice, accountability and transparency, and delegation of powers and duties, as required under section 270(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001”.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: P. Hubert (1)

1st Report of the Civic Works Committee

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst to Approve clauses 1 to 11, excluding clauses 5 and 7.

1.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that Councillor V. Ridley declared a pecuniary interest in clause 7 of this Report, having to do with comments on the Ministry of Energy’s Discussion Paper on Ontario’s Long-Term Energy Plan by indicating that her spouse is employed in the energy industry, which could be directly impacted by the Long Term Energy Plan.

2.

Election of Vice-Chair for the term ending November 30, 2017

That Councillor P. Squire BE ELECTED Vice-Chair of the Civic Works Committee for the term ending November 30, 2017. 

3.

Flooding Matters Phase ll - Progress Report

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the Flooding Matters Phase II Progress Report:

a)         Appendix 'A' to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, entitled “Immediate Delivery Initiatives”, BE RECEIVED;

b)         Appendix 'B' to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, entitled “Moderate Delivery Initiatives” BE RECEIVED; and,

c)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on potential changes to the water rate to reflect a rate for those properties with weeping tiles connected to the sanitary drains and for those properties without weeping tiles connected to the sanitary drains.

4.

Traffic and Parking By-law Consolidation (Relates to Bill No. 45)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016, in order to repeal and replace By-law No. PS-111 with a new Traffic and Parking By-law, in order to properly consolidate the multiple amendments which have been made to By-law No. PS-111 since its enactment.  (2016-T08)

6.

Options for Increased Recycling in the Downtown Core

That, on the recommendation of the Director, Environment, Fleet and Solid Waste, the following actions be taken with respect to the options for increased recycling in the Downtown core:

a)         the staff report dated December 12, 2012 BE FORWARDED to Downtown London, London Downtown Business Association and the Old East Village Business Improvement Area for discussion; and,

b)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Civic Works Committee in May 2017 with respect to:

i)          the outcome of the discussions with Downtown London, the London Downtown Business Association and the Old East Village Business Improvement Area;

ii)         potential funding opportunities as part of upcoming provincial legislation and regulations, service fees, direct business contributions, that could be used to lower recycling program costs in the Downtown core;

iii)         the future role of municipal governments with respect to recycling services in Downtown and Business Areas; and,

iv)        the recommended approach for increasing recycling in the Downtown area.  (2016-E07)

8.

Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Western Ontario (Institute for Chemicals and Fuels from Alternative Resources) as Part of the London Waste to Resources Innovation Centre (Relates to Bill No. 33)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with the support of the Director, Environment, Fleet and Solid Waste, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated December 12, 2016 as Appendix 'A' BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016 to:

a)         authorize and approve a Memorandum of Understanding with The Institute for Chemicals and Fuels from Alternative Resources/University of Western Ontario appended to the by-law as Schedule ‘A’ with respect to advancing our joint waste to resources (waste management, waste conversion, resource and energy recovery) objectives with the mutual understanding that the combined expertise, influence and commitment are better applied together to support common goals; and,

b)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Memorandum of Understanding authorized and approved in a), above.  (2016-E07)

9.

J. Matthews, P. Eng., Dillon Consulting  -  Dundas Place - Environmental Study Report

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the Dundas Place Environmental Assessment:

a)         the Environmental Study Report BE ACCEPTED; 

b)         a Notice of Completion for the project BE FILED with the Municipal Clerk; and,

c)         the Environmental Study Report BE PLACED on public record for a 30-day review period;

it being noted that the Civic Works Committee received the attached presentation from S. Stanlake-Wong, Dillon Consulting, with respect to this matter.   (2016-D19)

10.

Deferred Matters List

That the Civic Works Committee Deferred Matters List, as at December 6, 2016, BE RECEIVED.

11.

Rapid Transit Corridor Traffic Flow

That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Civic Works Committee on the feasibility of implementing specific pick-up and drop-off times for services, such as deliveries and curbside pick-up of recycling and waste collection to local businesses in the Downtown area and, in particular, along the proposed rapid transit corridors. 

5.

Adelaide Street/Canadian Pacific Railway Grade Separation Environmental Assessment Update

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the staff report dated December 12, 2016, with respect to the Adelaide Street / Canadian Pacific Railway Grade Separation Environmental Assessment Update, BE RECEIVED for information in conjunction with the second Public Information Centre and Workshop.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

7.

Comments of the Ministry of Energy's Discussion Paper on Ontario's Long-Term Energy Plan for Submission to the Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR) Registry

That, on the recommendation of the Director of Environment, Fleet and Solid Waste, the following actions be taken with respect to the comments on the Ministry of Energy's Discussion Paper on Ontario's Long-Term Energy Plan:

a)       the comments and discussion on the Ministry of Energy's Discussion Paper on Ontario's Long-Term Energy Plan BE ENDORSED and BE SUBMITTED to the Ministry of the Energy’s Environmental Bill of Rights Registry posting (EBR 012-8840) titled “Planning Ontario's Energy Future: A Discussion Guide to Start the Conversation”; it being noted that the due date for comments is December 16, 2016; and,

b)         additional comments and discussion and the related Council resolution BE APPROVED and BE SUBMITTED to the Ministry of Energy’s Environmental Bill of Rights Registry posting (EBR 012-8840) shortly after the Municipal Council meeting to be held on December 19, 2016.  (2016-E17)

1st Report of the Audit Committee

Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert  to Approve clauses 1 to 4, inclusive.

1.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

2.

Election of Vice-Chair for the term ending November 30, 2017

That M. van Holst BE ELECTED Vice Chair of the Audit Committee for the term ending November 30, 2017.

3.

Request for the City of London to Engage PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP on Behalf of the London & Middlesex Housing Corporation

That the request dated November 2, 2016, from J. Browne, Chief Executive Officer, London & Middlesex Housing Corporation, with respect to a request to complete a second phase of the shared services review, BE REFERRED to PricewaterhouseCoopers for completion; it being noted that a current audit project (Corporate Services: Post implementation review of software – CRM, Amanda and Time & Attendance) will be referred to the new outsourced internal auditor for the City of London, for incorporation into the new audit work plan.

4.

Quarterly Report on the Internal Audit Results

That, on the recommendation of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the following actions be taken:

a)         the action plans identified in the Report on Internal Audit Results - 2014 Municipal Election Audit BE RECEIVED and BE IMPLEMENTED as appropriate for the 2018 Municipal Election; and,

b)         the Status of Past Project Action Plans (Housing Access Centre Process Review, By-law Enforcement & Licensing, Facilities Design & Construction, Development & Compliance Services and Corporate Services) BE RECEIVED.

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ADDED REPORTS

4th Report of the Corporate Services Committee

Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve clause 1.

1.

Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

IV

COUNCIL, IN CLOSED SESSION (COntinued)

Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong to Approve that Council rise and go into Council, In Closed Session, for the purpose of considering the following matters:

a)

A matter pertaining to advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose and advice with respect to litigation with respect to various personal injury and property damage claims against the City. (C1/3/CSC)

b)

A matter pertaining to the security of the property of the municipality including communications necessary for that purpose and advice or recommendation of officers and employees of the Corporation, as it relates to internal controls. (C1/1/AC)

c)

(ADDED) A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding identifiable individuals, with respect to employment-related matters, advice or recommendations of offers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation; and advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (C1/4/CSC)

d)

(ADDED)  A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding identifiable individuals, with respect to employment-related matters, advice or recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation; and advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

IX

ADDED REPORTS (continued)

3rd Public Report of the Council In Closed Session

X

DEFERRED MATTERS

XII

EMERGENT MOTIONS

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BY-LAWS

BY-LAWS TO BE READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME:

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve Introduction and First Reading of Bill No.’s 25 to 30, 32, 33, 34, 36, revised Bill No.’s 38 to 43, Bill No.’s 44 to 49 and revised Bill No. 50.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve Second Reading of Bill No.’s 25 to 30, 32, 33, 34, 36, revised Bill No.’s 38 to 43, Bill No.’s 44 to 49 and revised Bill No. 50.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor S. Turner and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No.’s 25 to 30, 32, 33, 34, 36, revised Bill No.’s 38 to 43, Bill No.’s 44 to 49 and revised Bill No. 50.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong to Approve Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 31 and revised Bill No. 37.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy and seconded by Councillor T. Park to Approve Second Reading of Bill No. 31 and revised Bill No. 37.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 31 and revised Bill No. 37.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 35.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: P. Hubert (1)

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong to Approve Second Reading of Bill No 35.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: P. Hubert (1)

Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 35.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)

RECUSED: P. Hubert (1)

Motion made by Councillor S. Turner and seconded by Councillor B. Armstrong to Approve Introduction and First Reading of Added Bill No. 51.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher (10)

NAYS: M. Salih, J. Morgan, T. Park (3)

Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded by Councillor S. Turner to Approve Second Reading of Added Bill No. 51.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher (10)

NAYS: M. Salih, J. Morgan, T. Park (3)

Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve Third Reading and Enactment of Added Bill No.51.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, B. Armstrong, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher (10)

NAYS: M. Salih, J. Morgan, T. Park (3)

Bill No. 25

By-law No. A.-7489-15

A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 19th day of December, 2016. (City Clerk)

Bill No. 26

By-law No. A.-7490-16

A by-law to repeal By-law A.-7006-262 and to appoint deputies to the City Clerk. (City Clerk)

Bill No. 27

By-law No. A.-7491-17

A by-law to authorize and approve a Licence Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre, for the use of a portion of the South London Community Centre located at 1119 Jalna Boulevard, in the City of London, for the purpose of delivering social and community programs in the South London area, and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (9/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 28

By-law No. A.-7492-18

A by-law to authorize and approve a Licence Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre, for the use of a portion of the South London Community Centre located at 1119 Jalna Boulevard, in the City of London, for the purpose of providing settlement services on behalf of Immigration, Refugees, & Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (10/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 29

By-law No. A.-7493-19

A By-law to approve the Housing Provider Contribution Agreement for the Social Housing Improvement Program; and to authorize the Managing Director of Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home to execute the Agreement. (13/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 30

By-law No. A.-7494-20

A by-law to approve an agreement with the London Transit Commission for free bus transportation for individuals 5 years of age to and including 12 years of age, and to authorize a grant to the London Transit Commission, and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement. (14/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 31

By-law No. A.-7495-21

A by-law to repeal By-law A.-7338-23 and to adopt an emergency management program and plan. (16/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 32

By-law No. A.-7496-22

A by-law to authorize and approve a Contribution Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada as represented by the Minister Responsible for Veterans Affairs Canada and The Corporation of the City of London; to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement; and to delegate authority to the Director of Community and Economic Innovation with to execute any financial reports required under the Agreement. (4/3/CSC)

Bill No. 33

By-law No. A.-7497-23

A by-law to authorize and approve a Memorandum of Understanding between University of Western Ontario (Institute for Chemicals and Fuels from Alternative Resources) and The Corporation of the City of London and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Memorandum of Understanding. (8/1/CWC)

Bill No. 34

By-law No. A.-7498-24

A By-law to approve the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Court Security and Prisoner Transportation Program with Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services; and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (18/3/CSC)

Bill No. 35

By-law No. A.-6151(n)-25

A By-law to amend By-law A.-6151-17, being a by-law to establish policies for the sale and other disposition of land, hiring of employees, procurement of goods and services, public notice, accountability and transparency, and delegation of powers and duties, as required under section 270(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001. (11/3/CSC)

Bill No. 36

By-law No. A-51-17001

A by-law to amend By-law A-51, as amended, being “A by-law to provide for Various Fees and Charges” as it relates to application fees for new Rental Residential Licences. (17/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 37 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-1-26

A by-law to revoke and repeal Council policy pertaining to waiving fees for use of City-owned recreation and community centres and to adopt a new Council Policy entitled “Policy for Waiving or Reducing Fees for Use of City-Owned Community Centres and Recreation Facilities”. (20/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 38 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-2-27

A by-law to revoke and repeal Council policy pertaining to Uncollectible Accounts Receivable and to adopt a new Accounts Receivable and Collections Policy. (7/3/CSC)

Bill No. 39 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-3-28

A by-law to revoke and repeal Council policy pertaining to Procedures on the Treatment of Properties that Do Not Sell at Municipal Tax Sales and to adopt a new Treatment of Properties That Do Not Sell at Municipal Tax Sales Policy. (10a/3/CSC)

Bill No. 40 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-4-29

A by-law to adopt a Council policy entitled “Minutes of Settlement for Assessment Appeals”. (10b/3/CSC)

Bill No. 41 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-5-30

A by-law to revoke and repeal Council policies pertaining to Notice of Tax Arrears Interest Rate, Disaster Relief, and Bid Funding for Sports Events. (17a/3/CSC)

Bill No. 42 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-6-31

A by-law to revoke and repeal a Council policy pertaining to Property Tax Relief for Legions and to adopt a new Council policy pertaining to a policy for funding the Royal Canadian Legion Branch Property Tax Relief Program. (17b/3/CSC)

Bill No. 43 (REVISED)

By-law No. CPOL.-7-32

A by-law to revoke and repeal Council policy related to Benefits for Common Law Spouses. (19/3/CSC)

Bill No. 44

By-law No. PH-7-17004

A by-law to amend By-law PH-7, as amended, entitled “A by-law to establish and regulate a park in which dogs can run at large in the City of London.” (12/1/CPSC)

Bill No. 45

By-law No. PS-113

A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London, and to repeal By-law No. PS-111, as amended, entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London”. (4/1/CWC)

Bill No. 46

By-law No. W.-5611-33

A by-law to authorize the Adelaide Waste Water Treatment Plant Combined Sewer Overflow (Project No. ES5234). (11/16/CWC)

Bill No. 47

By-law No. W.-5612-34

A by-law to authorize the New Urban Parks (Project No. PD301916). (4/21/PEC)

Bill No. 48

By-law No. W.-5613-35

A by-law to authorize the New Major Open Space Network – PD204317. (4/21/PEC)

Bill No. 49

By-law No. W.-5591(a)-36

A By-law to amend by-law No. W.-5591-308 entitled, “A by-law to authorize the SWM Facility – River Bend Trib. ‘C’. (Capital Project No. ES3020-RVBTC)” (C1/28/CSC)

Bill No. 50 (REVISED)

By-law No. Z.-1-172550

A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 146 and 184 Exeter Road. (12/1/PEC)

Bill No. 51 (ADDED)

By-law No. A.- 7499-37

A by-law to appoint Barry Card as Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Solicitor and to repeal By-law No. A.-7487-13 being a by-law to appoint David G. Mounteer as Acting Managing Director, Corporate Services and Acting City Solicitor. (Council)

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ADJOURNMENT