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Council
MINUTES
14TH MEETING
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July 24 and 25,
2012
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The Council meets in Regular Session in the
Council Chambers this day at 5:00 PM on July 24, 2012.
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PRESENT: Mayor J.F. Fontana, Councillors B.
Polhill, W.J. Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe,
M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher,
J.P. Bryant and S.E. White and C. Saunders (City Clerk).
ALSO PRESENT: T. Dobbie, S. Axford, J.P.
Barber, G. Barrett, J. Braam, B. Coxhead, E. Gamble, M. Hayward, G.T.
Hopcroft, J. Kobarda, B. Krichker, L. Livingstone, A. Macpherson, V. McAlea
Major, D. O’Brien, J. Ramsey, L. Rowe, R. Sharpe and J. Taylor.
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At the beginning of the Meeting all Members
are present.
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3.
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His Worship the Mayor receives the key to
the City of Belize, from Councillor H.L. Usher.
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Councillor P. Hubert discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 8 of the 19th Report of the Planning and Environment
Committee, having to do with the property located at 1761 Wonderland Road
North, by indicating that his son is employed by the proponent. Councillor P.
Hubert further discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 2e) of the 13th Report
of the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee, having to do with the
proposal to provide incentives to owners to remove buildings located on Dundas
Street, by indicating that he leases property in the area.
Councillor D. Brown discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 15 of the 12th Report of the Civic Works Committee, having
to do with London Transit Commission Town Hall Meetings, by indicating that her
employer has a contract with the London Transit Commission. Councillor D.
Brown further discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 2 of the 7th Report of
the Public Safety Committee, having to do with the London Taxicab Owners’ and
Drivers’ Group Inc. application to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, by
indicating that her employer owns and operates a taxi business. Councillor D.
Brown further discloses a pecuniary interest in clauses 2c), 2d), 2i) and 3b)
of the 12th Report of the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee, having
to do with matters related to the London Transit Commission, by indicating that
her employer has a contract with the London Transit Commission.
Councillor M. Brown discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 20 of the 21st Report of the Finance and Administrative
Services Committee, having to do with an appointment to the Accessibility
Advisory Committee, by indicating that he is employed by the Thames Valley
District School Board. Councillor M. Brown further discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 23 of the 21st Report of the Finance and Administrative
Services Committee, having to do with the use of Local Improvement Charges
Regulation for the purpose of acquiring surplus school sites, by indicating
that he is employed by the Thames Valley District School Board.
Councillor N. Branscombe discloses a
pecuniary interest in clause 9 of the 20th Report of the Planning and
Environment Committee, having to do with the Airport Area Tax Increment Grant
Program, 2480 Huron Street, by indicating that her spouse owns and operates a
business in the vicinity.
Councillor J.B. Swan discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 2i) of the 13th Report of the Investment and Economic
Prosperity Committee, having to do with a proposal submitted by Orchestra
London, by indicating that he is employed by Orchestra London.
Councillor J.L. Baechler discloses a
pecuniary interest in clause 3 of the 20th Report of the Planning and
Environment Committee, having to do with beaver activity in the vicinity of
stormwater management facilities and Municipal Drains or watercourses, by
indicating that she lives in the vicinity of the Stanton Municipal Drain.
Motion made by Councillor D. Brown and
seconded by Councillor J.P. Bryant to Approve the Minutes of the Thirteenth
Meeting held on June 26 and 27, 2012.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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None.
Motion made by Councillor N. Branscombe and
seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve Consideration with items,
identified as follows:
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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None.
1.
13th
Report of the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee
2.
20th
Report of the Planning and Environment Committee
3.
22nd
Report of the Finance and Administrative Services Committee
Motion made by Councillor S. Orser and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve that pursuant to section to
section 7.3 of the Council Procedure By-law, the order of business be changed
to permit consideration of the Deferred Matters having to do with clause 2 of the
11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee, related to the
2013 Budget, be heard at this time.
Motion Passed
IX DEFERRED MATTERS
Motion made by Councillor S. Orser and seconded by
Councillor D. Brown to Approve that the following actions be taken with
respect to the 2013 Budget:
a)
the report of the
City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer to the Strategic Priorities and
Policy Committee, dated June 25, 2012 and entitled “2013-1017 Budget
Information Report”, BE RECEIVED;
b)
Civic Departments,
Boards, Commissions and outside agencies BE REQUESTED to table a
“draft” 2013 budget with a target of 0.0% tax levy increase from 2012 rates;
it being noted that any significant service impacts associated with the above
be reviewed through a “business case” approach and further that the Service
Review Committee be requested to review key “business cases” that may have a
significant service impact to the community; and,
c)
Civic
Departments, Boards, Commissions and outside agencies BE REQUESTED to identify
the costs of the extension of core services to new growth areas, it being
noted that financial policy on assessment growth was approved by Council on
May 22, 2012 for implementation; it being noted that the Strategic Priorities
and Policy Committee received a communication dated May 2, 2012, from G.
Macartney, CEO, London Chamber of Commerce, providing recommendations for the
City of London's budgetary processes, and a communication dated May 31, 2012
from L. E. Ducharme, General Manager, London Transit, regarding business plan
development and a multi-year budget program; it being further noted that the
City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer gave the attached
presentation with respect to this matter;
d)
that Council set clear 2012 to 2017 budget targets
(long term) for the respective service areas, it being noted that several
boards; including the London Transit Commission, London Public Library,
Museum London, along with Civic Administration support long-term planning in
setting the financial framework for the municipality; it being noted that
this will allow service areas to adjust to Council set targets and allows the
community to absorb the changes.
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Motion made by Councillor D.G. Henderson
and seconded by Councillor D. Brown to Approve that pursuant to section 11.14
of the Council Procedure By-law, that the question now be put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, S.E. White (8)
NAYS: W.J. Armstrong, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe,
M. Brown, P. Hubert, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant (7)
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The motion to Approve the Deferred Matter
related to the clause 2 of the 11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and
Policy Committee, having to do with the 2013 Budget is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, S.E. White (8)
NAYS: W.J. Armstrong, J.L. Baechler, N.
Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant (7)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor S.E. White to Approve that pursuant to section 18.2 of
Council Procedure By-law leave be given for the introduction of emergent with
respect to a related motion to the 2013 Budget.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
NAYS: S. Orser (1)
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Motion made by Councillor S.E. White and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve the acceptance of the attached
letter of resignation from Councillor N. Branscome from the of Services
Review Committee.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve
Clauses 1 to 5, inclusive.
1.
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Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests
were disclosed.
2.
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Dearness Home Community Newsletter July -
2012
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That the July 2012 edition of the “Dearness
Newsletter” BE RECEIVED.
3.
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Ontario Renovates Component of the
Investment in Affordable Housing Program
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That, on the recommendation of the Director
of Municipal Housing, the local Ontario Renovates Home Adaptation Program
outlined in the staff report dated July 17, 2012, BE APPROVED to provide up to
$3,500 in financial assistance, per unit, for support modifications and
adaptations to increase accessibility related to housing; it being noted that
the allocation for the Ontario Renovates Home Adaptation Program is in
accordance with the Council-approved Program Delivery and Fiscal Plan and that
there is sufficient federal/provincial funding for up to 28 units per year
until the funding ends on March 31, 2015. (2012-C03-00)
4.
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Market Lane – Construction Contract Award
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That, on the recommendation of the Director
of Land Use Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to Tender
12-71 Market Lane Re-Development:
a)
the
bid submitted by PLS Landscaping and Excavation Limited, 1124 Gainsborough
Road, London, Ontario N6H 5N1 at their tendered price of $602,775.00, including
contingency, HST extra, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that PLS Landscaping and
Excavation Limited is the low bid and meets the terms, conditions and
specifications in all areas;
b)
the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the “Source of
Financing Report” attached to the staff report dated July 17,
2012 as Appendix “A”;
c)
the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all of the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this contract, and;
the approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon
the Corporation entering into a formal contract or issuing purchase orders or
contract record relating to this matter. (2012-D07-00)
5.
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Request for Renaming of Riverside Park
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Clerk, with the concurrence of the Manager, Parks Planning & Design, the
following actions be taken with respect to the renaming of the eastern half of
Riverside Park:
a) the
renaming of the eastern half of Riverside Park to M. A. Baran Park BE
APPROVED;
b) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to make the necessary arrangements
for the appropriate recognition with respect to a) above; and,
c) the Civic
Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to the Community Services Committee
with respect to a review of Council Policy 3(7), the “Naming/Re-naming or
Dedicating of Municipal Property, Buildings and Park Elements Policy,” with
specific attention to considerations for public consultation in the process,
the timing of announcements and confidentiality of applications. (2012-E06-00)
Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor M. Brown calls for a separate vote on clause 4.
Motion made by Councillor M. Brown and
seconded by Councillor D. Brown to Approve that clause 4 BE REFERRED to the
Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established
criteria for the Strategic Investment and Economic Prosperity Plan.
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Motion Failed
YEAS: M. Brown, D.G. Henderson, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown (4)
NAYS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, P. Hubert, H.L.
Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (11)
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Motion to Approve clause 4 is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J. Armstrong,
J.B. Swan, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, P. Hubert, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (10)
NAYS: S. Orser, M. Brown, D.G. Henderson,
P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown (5)
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Motion to Approve clauses 1, 2, 3 and 5,
inclusive, is put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 1 to 5, inclusive.
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1.
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Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests
were disclosed.
2.
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Zamboni Equipment Manufacturer Replacement
Parts - Single Source
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental & Engineering Services &
City Engineer, the following actions be taken:
a) approval
hereby BE GIVEN to enter into negotiations with Zamboni & Co., Ltd., P.O.
Box 1388, Brantford, Ontario, N3T 5T6, for a contract on an annual basis for
the Supply and Delivery of Ice Resurfacing (OEM) replacement parts;
b) the Civic Administration BE
AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are
necessary in connection with this contract;
c) the approval hereby given BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into negotiations
annually for satisfactory prices, terms and conditions with Zamboni &
Co., Ltd. to the satisfaction of the Acting Executive Director,
Planning, Environmental & Engineering Services & City
Engineer; and
d) the approval hereby given BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
or having a purchase order relating to the subject matter of this approval.
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3.
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Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund
(CIIF)
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with
respect to the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF), announced on
July 5, 2012; it being noted that eligible recipients may receive
contributions up to a maximum of $1,000,000 under this program and must
contribute a minimum of 50% of eligible costs:
a) the capital projects listed in
the revised attached Table 1, BE APPROVED for potential application
under the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund, noting that other appropriate
projects may also be suggested by Civic Administration for Council approval;
b) the Civic Administration BE
REQUESTED to report back to the Municipal Council, at its meeting
on July 24, 2012, with respect to options that might be available to
undertake intermediate improvements to Reg Cooper Square, in
order to take advantage of the CIIF, recognizing that this
project is presently not contained in the 10-year budget plan; and
c) the Civic Administration BE
AUTHORIZED to submit the necessary applications and prepare any
necessary by-laws regarding projects that are approved for funding under the
Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund.
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4.
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Appointment of 2014 Development Charges
Study Advisor
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with
respect to the appointment of an advisor for the 2014 Development Charges
Background Study:
a) the
proposal submitted by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. for advisory
services related to the 2014 Development Charges Study and Municipal Services
and Financing Agreement related services at the proposed price of $117,024,
including contingency, and applicable taxes, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that
this engagement is a single source purchase consistent with sections 14.4(d)
and (e) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;
b) the
Sources of Financing BE APPROVED as detailed in Appendix “A” of the
associated staff report dated July 16, 2012;
c) approval
hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal
contract or having a purchase order, or contract record relating to the
subject matter of this approval substantially in accordance with the proposal
letter attached as Appendix B; and
d) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this matter.
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5.
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165 Elmwood Avenue East - Normal School
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That, on the recommendation of the Director
of Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken regarding the
potential acquisition and re-use of the property located at 165 Elmwood
Avenue, the former London Normal School:
a) the
attached Expression of Interest to solicit community partners
for the on-going operation and occupancy of the former London Normal School
BE ENDORSED, subject to further administrative review, including Finance and
Purchasing and Supply; and,
b) the
staff report dated July 16, 2012 BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted
that an Expression of Interest has been provided to Infrastructure Ontario
for their information; it being further noted that no funds have been
identified for the acquisition of this building, or for any of the required
building improvements.
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Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor D.G. Henderson calls for a separate vote on clause
3.
Motion to Approve clause 3 is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion to Approve clauses 1, 2, 4, and 5 is
put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 6 to 14, inclusive.
6.
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Communications Support for Advisory
Committees
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That, on the recommendation of the Interim
City Manager, NO ACTION BE TAKEN with respect to the request from advisory
committees for communications support.
7.
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Volume License Pricing Agreement with
Oracle Canada ULC
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That, on the recommendation of the Chief
Technology Officer of the City of London, the following actions be taken with
respect to a Volume License Pricing Agreement with Oracle Canada ULC:
a) the
attached proposed by-law (Appendix “B”) BE INTRODUCED at the
Municipal Council meeting on July 24, 2012 to:
i)
authorize
and approve a Master Agreement Acknowledgement (attached as
Schedule 1 to the by-law) between The Corporation of the City of London and
Oracle Canada ULC to qualify for obtaining volume license pricing for products
and services offered by Oracle;
ii) delegate
to the Chief Technology Officer of the City of London the authority to execute
the agreement authorized and approved in part a), above; and
b) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the necessary
administrative acts in connection with this matter.
8.
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Amendment to Council Policy 28(2) – Council
Members’ Expense Account
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Clerk, the attached proposed by-law (Appendix “A”) BE INTRODUCED
at the Municipal Council meeting on July 24, 2012 to amend Council Policy 28(2)
entitled “Council Members’ Expense Account” to amend part (c) of the Policy to
establish an additional category for “community event sponsorship and ticket
purchases” so that these types of expenses are not subject to the annual cap
established for gifts and souvenirs, as previously approved by the Municipal
Council.
9.
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City of London Days – John Labatt Centre
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Clerk, and in accordance with the policy for City events at the John Labatt
Centre, the following event BE APPROVED as a City of London Day at the John
Labatt Centre:
Living
the Pledge Day – Kids Help Phone
November
13 OR 14, 2012
10.
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London Police Headquarters Building –
Asbestos Abatement and Alterations – Project No. GG1650-12, Tender No. T12-50
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director – Corporate Assets, with the concurrence of the Chief of Police, the
following actions be taken:
a) the bid
submitted by Norlon Builders London Limited, 151 York Street, London, Ontario
N6A 1AB at its tendered price of $1,508,675.00 (HST excluded) for the London
Police Headquarters Building Asbestos Abatement and Alterations BE ACCEPTED; it
being pointed out that the bid submitted by Norlon Builders London Limited was
the lowest bid received and meets the City’s specifications and requirements;
b) the
Sources of Financing BE APPROVED as detailed in Appendix “A” of the associated
staff report dated July 16, 2012;
c) the Civic
Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts which are
necessary in connection with this project; and,
d) the
approval given herein BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a
formal contract with the contractor for the work. (2012-A09-07)
11.
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Request from Studer Holdings Limited to
sever a Portion of Part 1, Plan 33R-17696 – Trafalgar Industrial Park III
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director - Corporate Assets, on the advice of the Manager Realty Services, the
request, submitted on behalf of Studer Holdings Limited, to sever Part 1, Plan
33R-17696 in Trafalgar Industrial Park, Phase III, being 0.531 acre, BE
ACCEPTED.
12.
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Oakridge Arena Insulation & Cladding
Upgrades – Project No. P-10-TS6217, Tender No. 12-69
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director – Corporate Assets, the following actions be taken:
a) the bid
submitted by RusCan General Contracting Inc., 250 Ten Oaks Blvd., Concord,
Ontario, L4K 5S1 at its tendered price of $110,000.00 (HST excluded) for the
Oakridge Arena Insulation & Cladding Upgrades BE ACCEPTED; it being pointed
out that the bid submitted by RusCan General Contracting Inc., was the lowest
bid received and meets the City’s specifications and requirements in all areas;
b) the
Sources of Financing BE APPROVED as detailed in Appendix “A” of the associated
staff report dated July 16, 2012;
c) the Civic
Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts which are
necessary in connection with this project; and
d) the
approval given herein BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a
formal contract with the contractor for the work. (2012-A09-02)
13.
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Canada Ukraine Municipal Local Economic
Development Program
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That, on the recommendation of the Director
of Intergovernmental and Community Liaison, the following report on the City of
London’s participation in the Ukraine Municipal Local Economic Development
Program BE RECEIVED.
14.
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Reporting of Statement of Claims
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That, on the recommendation of the Manager,
Risk Management, the report dated July 16, 2012 regarding statements of claim
received for the period of February 1, 2012 to June 30, 2012 BE RECEIVED for
information.
Motion to Approve clauses 6 to 14, inclusive
is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 15 and 16.
15.
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Application to the Trees and Forests
Advisory Committee
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That the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to advertise
to seek applicants for any current vacancies on the Trees and Forests Advisory
Committee.
16.
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9th Report of the Governance Working Group
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 9th report of the Governance Working Group:
a) clause 1 BE RECEIVED;
b) the following actions being taken
to implement the Council Service London Team, as endorsed by Municipal
Council on May 1 and 2, 2012:
i)
the
attached proposed by-law (Appendix “A”) BE INTRODUCED at the
Municipal Council meeting on July 24, 2012 to amend Council Policy
28(2) entitled “Council Members’ Expense Account” to implement an
increase to the Council Members’ annual expense allocation from $8,750
to $15,000 as endorsed, above;
ii)
the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to proceed with implementing the attached
Three-Year Implementation Plan (Appendix “B”) to establish the Council Service
London Team on the understanding that the implementation will occur as
expeditiously as possible and not necessarily require the 3-year timeframe to
achieve full implementation;
iii)
the
attached protocol with respect to after-hours utilization of the
Council Service London Team (Appendix “C”) BE APPROVED;
iv)
the
attached protocol with respect to the utilization of the Council
Service London Team co-op students (Appendix “D”) BE APPROVED; and,
v)
the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to submit a Business Case as part of the 2013
Budget process, to establish a base budget that supports a longer-term plan to
increase the complement of the Council Service London Team, in order to provide
an average of 30 hours a week of administrative support for each Councillor,
which would include a centralized function to receive and process incoming
inquiries; and
c) on
the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Communications, the attached
proposed protocol with respect to Communications Support for Council (Appendix
“A”) BE APPROVED.
Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor D. Brown calls for a separate vote on clauses 15
and 16.
Motion made by Councillor D. Brown and
seconded by Councillor P. Van Meerbergen to Approve that consideration of
clause 16 be postponed to July 2014.
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Motion Failed
YEAS: S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown, S.E. White (5)
NAYS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson,
H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant (10)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve part b) ii) of clause 16.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (11)
NAYS: S. Orser, P. Van Meerbergen, D.
Brown, H.L. Usher (4)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by to Approve balance of clause 16.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, W.J. Armstrong, J.B.
Swan, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, H.L.
Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (11)
NAYS: B. Polhill, S. Orser, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown (4)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve Clause 15.
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Motion Failed
YEAS: W.J. Armstrong, J.L. Baechler, N.
Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant (7)
NAYS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, S.E. White (8)
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Motion made by Councillor D. Brown and seconded
by Councillor S. Orser to Approve that Jack Winkler BE APPOINTED as a Voting
Member (Forestry Expertise) to the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee for
the term ending February 28, 2015; it being noted that any appointments of
individuals beyond two consecutive full terms are made notwithstanding
Council policy which states that advisory committee members shall serve on
the same advisory committee no longer than two consecutive full terms plus,
if applicable, on preceding partial term in those cases where advisory
committee members are initially appointed mid-term to fill a vacancy.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, S.E. White (8)
NAYS: W.J. Armstrong, J.L. Baechler, N.
Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant (7)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
approve clause 17.
17.
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Federal Government Changes to Mortgage
Rules
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That it BE NOTED that the Finance and
Administrative Services Committee did not support the request of Mayor J.F.
Fontana and Councillor S.E. White regarding Federal Government changes to
mortgage rules, as detailed in their communication dated June 23, 2012.
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At 6:43 PM Mayor J.F. Fontana places
Councillor M. Brown in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board.
At 6:51 PM Mayor J.F. Fontana returns to
the Chair and Councillor M. Brown takes his seat at the Council Board.
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Motion to Approve clause 17 is put.
Motion Failed
YEAS: J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, J.P.
Bryant (3)
NAYS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, S.E. White (12)
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Motion made by Councillor S. Orser and
seconded by Councillor B. Polhill to Approve That the Federal Government BE
REQUESTED to take immediate steps to ensure that any changes to mortgage
rules are carefully balanced in order for homeownership to remain obtainable
by as many Londoners as possible, and for London’s local housing economy to
remain stable.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, S.E. White (12)
NAYS: J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, J.P.
Bryant (3)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 18 to 24, inclusive.
18.
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Resignation of Appointment to the Animal
Welfare Advisory Committee
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That the communication dated July 4, 2012
from Debbie Lefebre, resigning her appointment to the Animal Welfare Committee,
BE ACCEPTED. (2012-G03-00)
19.
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Resignation of Appointment to the Child
Care Advisory Committee
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That the communication dated June 21, 2012
from Karen Calligan, resigning her appointment to the Child Care Advisory
Committee, BE ACCEPTED.
20.
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Appointment to the Accessibility Advisory
Committee
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That the following individual BE APPOINTED to
the Accessibility Advisory Committee for the term ending February 28, 2015; it
being noted that any appointments of individuals beyond two consecutive full
terms are made notwithstanding Council policy which states that advisory
committee members shall swerve on the same advisory committee no longer than
two consecutive full terms plus, if applicable, on preceding partial term in
those cases where advisory committee members are initially appointed mid-term
to fill a vacancy:
Non-Voting:
- Rob Campbell – Board of Education
(TVDSB)
21.
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Appointment to the London Housing Advisory
Committee
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That the following individuals BE APPOINTED
to the London Housing Advisory Committee for the term ending February 28, 2015;
it being noted that any appointments of individuals beyond two consecutive full
terms are made notwithstanding Council policy which states that advisory
committee members shall serve on the same advisory committee no longer than two
consecutive full terms plus, if applicable, one preceding partial term in those
cases where advisory committee members are initially appointed mid-term to fill
a vacancy:
Non-Voting:
• Melissa
Hardy-Trevenna – London & St. Thomas Real Estate Board
• Judith Binder –
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
• Steve Matthew –
London & Middlesex Housing Corporation (replacing David Norton)
22.
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Appointment to the Agricultural Advisory
Committee
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That the following individual BE APPOINTED to
the London Housing Advisory Committee for the term ending February 28, 2015; it
being noted that any appointments of individuals beyond two consecutive full
terms are made notwithstanding Council policy which states that advisory
committee members shall serve on the same advisory committee no longer than two
consecutive full terms plus, if applicable, one preceding partial term in those
cases where advisory committee members are initially appointed mid-term to fill
a vacancy:
Non-Voting:
•
Drew Crinklaw – Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
23.
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Use of Local Improvement Charges Regulation
for the Purpose of Acquiring Surplus School Sites
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That the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to
review and report back on the potential for municipalities to use the Local
Improvement Charges Regulation as a means of acquiring surplus school sites
through an additional charge on property tax bills, with such review to not
only consider the existing Regulation, but also possible changes to facilitate
these types of land acquisitions.
24.
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London Gateway – 401 Corridor
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That the Director of Business Liaison BE
REQUESTED to provide a status report on improvements to the 401 corridor that
will provide a more impressive sense of presence for London
Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor M. Brown requests that clauses 20 and 23 be called
separately.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor S. Orser to Amend clause 22 by deleting the words
“London Housing Committee and by replacing them with the words “Agricultural
Advisory Committee”.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor J.B. Swan to Approve Clause 22, as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Clause 22, as amended reads as follows:
That the following individual BE APPOINTED to
the Agricultural Advisory Committee for the term ending February 28, 2015; it
being noted that any appointments of individuals beyond two consecutive full
terms are made notwithstanding Council policy which states that advisory
committee members shall serve on the same advisory committee no longer than two
consecutive full terms plus, if applicable, one preceding partial term in those
cases where advisory committee members are initially appointed mid-term to fill
a vacancy:
Non-Voting:
• Drew Crinklaw – Ministry of
Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Motion to Approve Clauses 20 and 23 is put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
RECUSED: M. Brown (1)
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Motion to Approve clauses 18, 19 and 24 is
put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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At 7:04 PM Councillor P. Hubert leaves the
meeting.
At 7:05 PM His Worship the Mayor presents
the 2012 Tim Hickman Memorial Safety Scholorship.
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded
by Councillor J.B. Swan to Approve that Council Recess.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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The Council recesses at 7:15 PM and
reconvenes at 8:20 PM with Mayor J.F. Fontana in the Chair and all Members
present.
Motion made by Councillor P. Van Meerbergen
Approve clauses 1 to 10, inclusive.
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary
interests were disclosed.
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That, on the recommendation of the Senior
Planner, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to
the expected resolution of Council in response to a request by the City of
London Mayor’s Office to identify a commemorative street in honour of the
London Knights’ 2012 season:
a) the street, namely, Covent
Market Place BE DESIGNATED as a commemorative street by adding the name
London Knights Way; it being noted that this commemorative street
name will have no legal status;
b) the City Manager’s Office BE
REQUIRED to pay for all costs for the change of the street
signage; and,
c) the Civic Administration BE
DIRECTED to research and develop a policy for naming conventions
for commemorative streets and report back to the Civic Works Committee. (2012-D17-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the attached proposed by-law (Appendix ‘A’) BE INTRODUCED
at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, for the purpose
of amending the Traffic and Parking By-law (P.S. 111). (2012-S09-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the appointment of
Consulting Engineers for the Meadowlily Bridge (4-FB-02) Rehabilitation
Schedule 'B' Environmental Assessment and Detailed Design and the Gore Road
Bridge (4-BR-15) Replacement Schedule 'B' Environmental Assessment:
a) AECOM
Canada Ltd., 410-250 York Street, London ON, N6A 6K2, BE APPOINTED as
Consulting Engineers for the Environmental Assessment and detailed design of
the Meadowlily Bridge (4-BR-05) Rehabilitation in the amount of $159,555.00,
excluding H.S.T., in accordance with the estimate on file, based upon the Fee
Guideline for Professional Engineering Services, recommended by the Ontario
Society of Professional Engineers, and in accordance with Section 15.2 of the
City of London's Procurement of Goods and Services Policy; it being noted
that future approval to proceed with subsequent phases of engineering for the
project will be subject to satisfying all financial, reporting and other
conditions contained within this Policy;
b) Dillon
Consulting lnc., 130 Dufferin Ave., P.O. Box 426, London, ON, N6A 4W7, BE
APPOINTED as Consulting Engineers for the Environmental Assessment and
preliminary design of the Gore Road Bridge (4-BR-15) Replacement, in the
amount of $104,043.50, excluding H.S.T., in accordance with the estimate on
file, based upon the Fee Guideline for Professional Engineering Services,
recommended by the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, and in
accordance with Section 15.2 of the City of London's Procurement of Goods and
Services Policy; it being noted that future approval to proceed with
subsequent phases of engineering for the project will be subject to
satisfying all financial, reporting and other conditions contained within
this Policy;
c) the
financing for the work identified in (a) and (b), above, BE APPROVED in
accordance with the Sources of Financing Report included as Appendix ‘A’ to
the associated staff report, dated July 17, 2012;
d) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with these projects;
e) the
approvals hereby BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
with each Consultant for their respective project;
f) the
Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other
documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations; and, it
being noted that additional annual operating costs to the Planning,
Environmental and Engineering Services Department Budget in 2013 and
subsequent years is not anticipated as a result of these engineering
assignments. (2012-A03-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the contract award
for the Clare Bridge Replacement Project (TS 1212):
a) the
bid submitted by Bre-Ex Ltd., 247 Exeter Rd, London, ON, N6L 1A5, at its
corrected tendered price of $913,952.17, excluding H.S.T., for the Clare
Bridge Replacement Project, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that the bid
submitted by Bre-Ex Ltd. was the lowest of nine (9) bids received and meets
the City's specifications and requirements in all areas; it being further
noted that there is no anticipated additional operating costs to the
Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services Department Operating Budget
in 2013 and subsequent years associated with approval of this tender;
b) the financing for the project BE
APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report
included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report, dated July 17, 2012;
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this project; d) the approval hereby BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract or issuing a
purchase order for the material to be supplied and the work to be done
relating to this project (Tender 12-43); and, e) the Mayor and the City Clerk
BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if required, to
give effect to these recommendations. (2012-S08-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the contract award
for the Oxford Street West and Westdel Bourne Intersection Improvements
Project (TS1 650-1 1):
a) the
bid submitted by Omega Contractors lnc., 4104 Breck Ave, London, ON, N0L 1B5,
at its tendered price of $833,658.05, excluding H.S.T., for the Oxford Street
West and Westdel Bourne Intersection Improvements Project, BE ACCEPTED; it
being noted that the bid submitted by Omega Contractors Inc. was the lowest
of nine (9) bids received and meets the City's specifications and
requirements in all areas;
b) future
additional annual operating costs of $3,200.00 BE RECOGNIZED as a first
priority commitment from available assessment growth in 2013, subject to
final budget approval;
c) the financing for the project BE
APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report
included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report, dated July 17, 2012;
d) the Civic Administration BE
AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are
necessary in connection with this project;
e) the approval hereby BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
or issuing a purchase order for the material to be supplied and the work to
be done relating to this project (Tender 12-72); and,
f) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE
AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if
required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2012-S07-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the appointment of a
Consulting Engineer for the West Brough's Bridge (2-BR-02) Rehabilitation
Detailed Design Project:
a) AECOM
Canada Ltd., 410-250 York Street, London, ON, N6A 6K2, BE APPOINTED for the
said project at an upset amount of $150,653.80, excluding H.S.T.; it being
noted that this firm has provided a proposal for consultant engineering
services, based upon the Fee Guideline for Professional Engineering Services
recommended by the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, and in
accordance with Section 15.2 of the City of London's Procurement of Goods and
Services Policy; it being further noted that approval to proceed with
subsequent phases of engineering services for this project will be subject to
satisfying all financial, reporting and other conditions contained within
this Policy;
b) the financing for the project BE
APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report
included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report, dated July 17, 2012;
c) the Civic Administration BE
AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are
necessary in connection with this project;
d) the approvals hereby BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
with the Consultant for this project; and,
e) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE
AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if
required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2012-A03-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the contract award
for the 2012 Pavement Preservation Rout and Seal Project (TS1446-1 1):
a) the
bid submitted by MSO Construction Limited, 175 Bethridge Road, Rexdale, ON,
M9W 1N4, at its tendered price of $258,931.00, excluding H.S.T., for the 2012
Pavement Preservation Rout and Seal Project, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that
the bid submitted by MSO Construction Limited was the lowest of four (4) bids
received and meets the City's specifications and requirements in all areas;
it being further noted that there is no anticipated additional operating
costs to the Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services Department
Operating Budget in 2013 and subsequent years associated with approval of
this tender;
b) the financing for the project BE
APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report
included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report, dated July 17, 2012;
c) the Civic Administration BE
AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are
necessary in connection with this project;
d) the approval hereby BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
or issuing a purchase order for the material to be supplied and the work to
be done relating to this project (Tender 12-79); and,
e) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE
AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if
required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2012-S08-00)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services, and
City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the contract
award for the Innovation Park Industrial Subdivision Phase 2 and 4 Site
Grading Project (ID1168):
a) the
bid submitted by VanRooyen Earthmoving Ltd., 714389 Middletown Line, RR#4
Woodstock, ON, N4S 7V8, at its tendered price of $2,220,555.00, excluding
H.S.T., for the construction of the Innovation Park Industrial Subdivision
Phase 2 and 4 Site Grading Project, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that the bid
submitted by VanRooyen Earthmoving Ltd., was the lowest of seven (7) bids
received and meets the City’s specifications and requirements in all areas;
b) the
contract with AECOM, 410-250 York Street, London, ON, N6A 6K2, BE INCREASED
by $241,582.00, excluding H.S.T., in order to carry out the resident
inspection and contract administration for the said project; it being noted
that this new and additional scope of work increases the original upset limit
to $614,099.50, excluding H.S.T., in accordance with the estimate on file,
noting that this firm completed the engineering design, based upon the Fee
Guideline for Professional Engineering Services, 2006, recommended by the
Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, and in accordance with Section
15.2 g) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;
c) the financing for the project BE
APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report
included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report, dated July 17, 2012;
d) the Civic Administration BE
AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are
necessary in connection with this project;
e) the approval hereby BE
CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
or issuing a purchase order for the material to be supplied and the work to
be done relating to this project (Tender 12-80); and,
f) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE
AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if
required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2012-D26-01)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services, and
City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the rate
structure review for the water, sanitary and storm drainage charges:
a) the
report, dated July 17 2012, from the Acting Executive Director, Planning,
Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with respect to
this matter BE RECEIVED, for information; b) the goal, objectives and
operating principles used to develop the rate structures BE ENDORSED by
Municipal Council, as follows:
i)
Goal:
to introduce and implement a “value based” funding model for water and
wastewater services;
ii)
Objectives:
to ensure financial stability, to promote conservation and to encourage and
support economic development and job retention; and,
iii)
Operating
Principles: fairness and equity, sustainability and affordability; and,
b) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to undertake further consultation on the
development of the rate structure with the stakeholders including the public,
businesses and the economic development community; it being noted that the
Civic Works Committee heard the attached presentation from the
Acting Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services
and City Engineer, with respect to this matter. (2012-W10-00)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
Councillor S. Orser leaves the meeting at
8:26 PM.
Motion made by Councillor P. Van Meerbergen
to Approve clauses 11 to 19, inclusive.
11.
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Pall Mall Stewardship Modeling Study
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services, and
City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the appointment
of a Consulting Engineer for the Pall Mall Sewershed Modeling Study (ES2464):
a) CH2M
Hill Canada Limited, 72 Victoria Street South, Suite 300, Kitchener, ON, N2G
4Y9, BE APPOINTED as Consulting Engineers for the Pall Mall Sewershed Modeling
Study, of $173,426.00 to a revised total of $220,902.00, excluding H.S.T.,
based upon the Fee Guideline for Professional Engineering Services,
recommended by the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers; and in
accordance with Section 15.2 (g) of the City of London’s Procurement of Goods
and Services Policy;
b) the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of
Financing Report included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report,
dated July 17, 2012;
c) the
approvals hereby BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal
contract with the consultant for the work;
d) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this project; and,
e) the
Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other
documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations.
(2012-A03-00)
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12.
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Municipal Class Environmental Assessment
Study for Tributary 'C' Storm/Drainage and Stormwater Management,
Transportation and Sanitary Trunk Servicing
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the Municipal Class
Environmental Assessment (EA) Study Schedule “C” for Tributary ‘C’
Storm/Drainage and Stormwater Management (SWM), Transportation and Sanitary
Trunk Servicing Works located within the Downstream Thames River Subwatershed
Area:
a) the
Municipal Class EA Schedule “C” Environmental Study Report (ESR) for the
Tributary ‘C’ Storm/Drainage and SWM, Transportation and Sanitary Servicing
BE ACCEPTED in accordance with the Municipal Class EA process requirements;
it being noted that the preferred servicing alternative of the EA Study for
Storm/Drainage and SWM servicing works (option 10B Enhanced) identifies three
Regional Municipal SWMFs: one infiltration SWM Facility ‘A’, one Wet SWM
facility ‘J’, one On-line linear Infiltration conveyance/facility ‘G’ and
various minor/major storm/drainage conveyance system as well as the Permanent
Private System (PPS) controls; the preferred servicing alternative/option for
the proposed Transportation and Sanitary servicing works as identified in
option 4B;
b) the
Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back to the Civic Works Committee
with respect to the following: i) the land acquisition by the City of London
for the proposed SWM Pond G; ii) the funding sources for the
temporary/interim works proposed by the EA; and, iii) the phasing and
servicing plans to implement Sifton’s and Norquay’s proposed developments;
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this work;
d) the
Environmental Study Report BE PLACED on public record for a 30-day review
period; and, it being noted that the Civic Works Committee received a
communication dated July 16, 2012, and heard a verbal delegation from P.
Masschelein, Vice President, Neighbourhood Developments, Sifton Properties
Limited, with respect to this matter. (2012-W10-00)
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13.
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Detailed Design of the Old Victoria SWM
Facility NO. 2 (ES3020-OV2)
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services and City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the appointment of a
consultant for the functional design for the Old Victoria SWM Facility No. 2
(ES3020-OV2):
a) Delcan
Corporation, 1069 Wellington Road South, Suite 214, London, ON, N6E 2H6, BE
APPOINTED Consulting Engineers to carry out the detailed design for said
project, in the amount of $151,100.00, including contingency, excluding
H.S.T.; it being noted that the functional design in the amount of
$251,757.00 was approved by Council in 2011, bringing the total estimated
consulting fees for functional and detailed design to $402,857.00, including
contingency, excluding H.S.T., in accordance with Section 15.2(g) of the
Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;
b) the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of
Financing Report included as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff report,
dated July 17, 2012;
c) the
consulting fees for the project, BE IN ACCORDANCE with the estimate, on file,
which is based upon the Fee Guideline for Professional Engineering Services,
2006, recommended by the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers;
d) the
approvals hereby BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal
contract with the consultant for the work;
e) the
Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other
documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations; and,
f) the
communication dated July 17, 2012, circulated directly to the Civic Works
Committee Members, from J. Kennedy, President, London Development Institute,
with respect to this matter, BE REFERRED to the City Clerk’s Office for file.
(2012-A03-00)
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14.
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Textiles and Small Uses Household Goods
Drop Off at the Oxford and Clarke Road EnviroDepots
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That, on the recommendation of the
Director, Environment, Fleet and Solid Waste, the following actions be taken
with respect to Goodwill Industries recovering textiles and small used
household goods (e.g., used clothing, linen, bedding, sporting goods, toys,
books) at the Oxford and Clarke Road EnviroDepots:
a) the
recovery of textiles and small used household goods at the Oxford EnviroDepot
by Goodwill Industries BE APPROVED for a further two-year period with an
option to extend on a yearly basis thereafter, it being noted that Goodwill
Industries has been operating at this location since 2008;
b) a
demonstration project involving the recovery of textiles and small used
household goods by Goodwill Industries at the Clarke Road EnviroDepot BE
APPROVED for a two-year period;
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this matter; and, d) the authorization
hereby BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract
with Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes. (2012-W08-00)
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15.
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London Transit Commission Town Hall Meeting
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That the communication dated June 29, 2012,
from L. E. Ducharme, General Manager, London Transit Commission (LTC), with
respect to the LTC town hall meetings, BE RECEIVED, for information.
(2012-S10-00)
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16.
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Roehampton Avenue Parking Survey
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the Roehampton Avenue Parking Survey:
a) NO ACTION BE TAKEN with respect
to changing the existing parking restrictions on Roehampton
Avenue; and,
b) the
communication, dated July 8, 2012, from D. Dietze, 115 Roehampton Avenue,
with respect to his concerns about the current parking regulations on
Roehampton Avenue BE REFERRED to the Town and Gown Committee for further
discussion; and, it being noted that the Civic Works Committee heard a verbal
delegation from Mr. D. Dietze, with respect to this matter. (2012-S04-00)
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17.
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Bradley Avenue Underpass Tunnel
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That the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED
to review and report back to the Civic Works Committee with respect to the
cost of installing new lighting and/or increasing the wattage to the exiting
lighting in the Bradley Avenue underpass tunnel, and to also share their
findings with M. Fenton, 30-700 Exeter Road; it being noted that the CWC
heard a verbal delegation from Mr. Fenton, with respect to this matter.
(2012-C06-00)
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18.
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Sewer Back-Up - 25 Prince of Wales Gate
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That NO ACTION BE TAKEN with respect to a
request from J. Harkins, 25 Prince of Wales Gate to reverse a City sewer
backup charge of $5,000.00; it being noted that the Civic Works Committee
heard a verbal delegation from Mr. Harkins, with respect to this matter.
(2012-W10-00)
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19.
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Review of Policies and Practices for Major
City Projects
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That the communication dated June 25, 2012,
from Councillor B. Armstrong requesting a review of policies and practices
for major City projects BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the Civic
Administration carries out reviews and audits of major City projects on a
regular basis. (2012-G00-00)
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Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan and
seconded by Councillor B. Polhill to Amend clause 16 by adding a new part c)
as follows:
c) the Civic Administration BE
DIRECTED to provide the Town and Gown Committee with other
possible options to address the parking concerns relating to Roehampton Avenue.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
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Councillor S. Orser enters the meeting at
8:29 PM.
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Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor D. Brown calls for a separate vote on clause 15.
Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor M. Brown calls for a separate vote on clause 18.
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Motion to Approve Clause 15 is put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E.
White (14)
RECUSED: D. Brown (1)
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Motion to Approve Clause 18 is put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
NAYS: M. Brown (1)
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Motion to Approve clauses 11, 12, 13, 14,
16, as amended, 17 and 19 is put.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Clause 16, as amended reads as follows:
That the following actions be taken with
respect to the Roehampton Avenue Parking Survey:
a) NO ACTION BE TAKEN with respect to
changing the existing parking restrictions on Roehampton Avenue;
b) the communication, dated July 8,
2012, from D. Dietze, 115 Roehampton Avenue, with respect to his concerns
about the current parking regulations on Roehampton Avenue BE REFERRED to
the Town and Gown Committee for further discussion; and, it being noted
that the Civic Works Committee heard a verbal delegation from Mr. D. Dietze,
with respect to this matter; and,
c) the Civic Administration BE
DIRECTED to provide the Town and Gown Committee with other possible options to
address the parking concerns relating to Roehampton Avenue. (2012-S04-00)
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22nd Report of the Finance and
Administrative Services Committee
Councillor P. Hubert presents.
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve that it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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19th Report of the Planning and Environment
Committee
Councillor B. Polhill presents.
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Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clauses 1 to 5, inclusive.
1.
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Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED no pecuniary interests were disclosed.
2.
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Processes Underway Relating to the South
Street Campus Lands
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the report dated July 16, 2012, relating
to the South Street Campus Master Development Plan, the pending Fincore
planning application for the westernmost block of these lands and the
disposition process relating to surplus city-owned lands on this block, BE
RECEIVED. (2012-A09-07)
3.
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Forest Hill Subdivision (39T-99515)
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That, on the recommendation of the Senior
Planner, Development Services, in response to the request for extension of
Draft Approval for the Forest Hill Subdivision, relating to Draft Approved Plan
39T-99515, the following actions be taken:
a)
the
Ontario Municipal Board BE ADVISED that the City of London has no objection to
the request from Sifton Properties Limited for a three year extension to draft
approved plan 39T-99515, located on the north side of North Wenige Drive,
legally described as Part of South Half of Lot 11, Concession 6, Geographic
Township of London, (in the City of London), SUBJECT TO the conditions shown
in the attached Appendix “39T-99515 - B”; and,
b) the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the “Estimated Claims
and Revenues Report” provided as Appendix ‘39T-99515-A’ to the associated
staff report, dated July 16, 2012. (2012-D26-06)
4.
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Property located at 1602 Sunningdale Rod
West (OZ-7985)
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That, on the recommendation of the Senior
Planner, Development Planning, in response to the letters of appeal to the
Ontario Municipal Board, dated May 16, 2012, as submitted by Alan Patton,
Patton, Cormier & Associates, on behalf of Old Oak Properties, relating to
Official Plan and Zoning By-law No. Z.-1 amendments relating to the property
located at 1602 Sunningdale Road West, the Ontario Municipal Board BE ADVISED
that the Municipal Council has reviewed its position relating to this matter
and maintains its original position. (2012-D11-03)
5.
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Delegation of Authority – Appointment of
Deputy Chief Building Offiicial
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Recommendation: That, on the recommendation
of the Director, Development and Compliance and Chief Building Official, the attached
proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on
July 24, 2012 to amend By-law No. B.-92-16, entitled “A by-law to appoint the
Chief Building Official and Inspectors under the Building Code Act, 1992, as
amended, for the purposes of enforcement of the said Act”, to add one
additional Deputy Chief Building Official in order to ensure continuity of
service. (2012-G03-00)
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
Motion by Councillor B. Polhill to Approve
clauses 6, 7 and 8.
6.
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Building Division Month Report for May 2012
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Recommendation: That the Building Division
Monthly Report for May 2012 BE RECEIVED. (2012-D05-00)
7.
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Property located at 75 Blackfriars Street
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect
to the application of Southside Construction Management Ltd, relating to the
property located at 75 Blackfriars Street:
a)
the
attached, revised, proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the
Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, to amend the Official
Plan TO add a site-specific special policy to permit medium scale office uses,
and a gymnasium as an accessory to a permitted office use, within the existing
building, with a maximum total gross floor area of 2,555m2 for all
office and gymnasium uses and a maximum total gross floor area of 1,300m2
for medical/dental offices and medical/dental laboratories;
b) the
attached, revised, proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal
Council meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, 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 Neighbourhood Facility (NF) Zone,
which permits churches and elementary schools TO an Office Special Provision
(OF2( )) Zone, to permit medical/dental offices, medical/dental laboratories,
and offices, subject to a special provision to permit a gymnasium as an
accessory use to a permitted office use, include a requirement that all uses be
contained within the existing building, permit a maximum total gross floor area
of 2,555m2 for office and gymnasium uses, and permit a maximum total
gross floor area of 1,300m2 for all medical/dental offices and
medical/dental laboratories;
c) the
request to amend the Official Plan TO add a site-specific special policy to
permit small scale offices and an associated gymnasium in addition to the uses
permitted in the Low Density Residential designation, BE REFUSED for the
following reasons:
i) the
Low Density Residential uses requested as part of this amendment are not
consistent with the interim policies applied in the West London Special Policy
Area, which prohibit new residential uses;
ii) the
request to permit 2,555m2 of gross floor area for general office
uses exceeds the maximum gross floor area for small scale office uses;
iii) the
request to add a site-specific special policy does not include a provision requiring
that the new uses be confined to the existing building; and,
iv) the
request to add a site-specific special policy does not include a provision to
limit the maximum gross floor area of the requested office uses;
d) the request to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, to change the
zoning of the subject property FROM a Neighbourhood Facility (NF) Zone, which
permits churches and elementary schools TO an Office Special Provision (OF2( ))
Zone, to permit clinics, medical/dental offices, medical/dental laboratories,
and offices, subject to a special provision to permit a gymnasium as accessory
use to a permitted office use and a maximum gross floor area of 2,055m2
for clinics, medical/dental offices, medical/dental laboratories, and gymnasium
uses BE REFUSED for the following reasons:
i)
the parking standard required for the requested amount of maximum
gross floor area for all non-Office uses exceeds the number of parking spaces
available on-site;
ii)
there has been no request to reduce the parking standard to accommodate
the requested maximum gross floor area for all non-Office uses; and,
iii)
the request to amend the Zoning By-law does not include a
provision requiring that the new uses be confined to the existing building;
e) the
Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to undertake a traffic study on Blackfriars
Street and report back, with the results of the study, to the Civic Works
Committee; and,
f) pursuant
to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, as determined by the Municipal Council,
no further notice BE GIVEN in respect of the proposed by-law, as the proposed
amendment is minor;
it being noted that
the Planning and Environment Committee received a communication, dated July 12,
2012, from Richard Zelinka, Zelinka Priamo Ltd., with respect to this matter;
it being
pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this
matter, the following individuals made oral submissions in connection
therewith:
·
Richard
Zelinka, Zelinka Priamo Ltd. – expressing appreciation to Michael Tomazincic,
Senior Planner, for his presentation of the application; advising that the
application is a productive reuse of the church; advising that the Southside
Group and the London Lightning offices will be moving into the building;
advising that a practice gymnasium for the London Lightning will be installed
in the building; indicating that the mezzanine of the church can be built into
a full floor; advising that the portion of the existing building to be used for
medical and dental offices will be smaller due to parking restrictions; and
indicating that there will be no methadone clinic located at this site.
·
Donald
Cornell, 79 Blackfriars Street – advising that there are currently issues with
the volume and speed of traffic on the street; indicating that he has received
legal advice that if the zoning is granted for medical clinics, there is the
potential for a methadone clinic to be located on the premises, as the Supreme
Court of Canada overturned a City of Vancouver decision to not allow a
methadone clinic; requesting that Council not go down a legal sinkhole;
indicating that he is not raining on anyone’s parade, but that he is prepared
to take this application to the Ontario Municipal Board; expressing concerns
with the volume of traffic and the impact on children and the elderly who walk
down the street; advising that he spoke to Andy Couvillon, Senior Technologist,
Transportation Planning and Design, and asked Mr. Couvillon what would happen
if an ambulance needed to get down to the River and the ambulance was blocked
by parked cars; requesting less intensity of the proposed uses; indicating that
Michael Tomazincic, Senior Planner, has been very polite to deal with; advising
that he believes the new owners paid $880,000 for the church; noting that the
land is worth $120,000; and advising that he is prepared to provide $5,000, in
trust, for trees to be planted on this site.
·
Carmen
Richter, 13 Cummings Avenue – advising that she looked for two years for a
house in this area; and expressing concern that something larger being incorporated
into the neighbourhood, will affect traffic.
·
Ruth
Anderson, 49 Blackfriars Street – expressing support for Mr. Cornell’s
presentation; requesting that the neighbourhood be preserved; and advising that
the medical/dental component of the application does not help people.
·
Roxanne
Lutz, 8 Argyle Street – expressing concern with the volume of traffic;
requesting that the application be less intensive; advising that there are
several medical office spaces on Wharncliffe Road and she would rather see those
buildings used so that they do not become vacant; and requesting that the
building remain intact.
·
Mike
Schomberg, 67 Blackfriars Street – indicating that there is currently
medical/dental offices on nearby arterial roads; advising that the
medical/dental offices should remain on arterial roads, not residential roads;
noting that once the zoning is in place, it’s already part way there; advising
that there are no boulevards on Blackfriars Street and traffic is closer to
children on the sidewalk; and advising that there are 83 existing parking
spaces and enquiring how the parking can increase by 75% by reconfiguring the
lines.
·
Jason
Jordan, 60 Blackfriars Street – advising that he is not concerned with the
volume of traffic; expressing support for the previous speakers; and, advising
that there are medical/dental offices at Wharncliffe Road and Oxford Street.
·
Tina
Hickey, 35 Blackfriars Street – advising that this is a strong community and a
unique neighbourhood where everyone knows everyone else; requesting that the
building components remain the same; expressing concern with the current volume
of traffic on Blackfriars Street; indicating that she has had to assist people
crossing the street due to the volume of traffic; advising that people don’t
see it as a neighbourhood, they see it as a cut-through; and advising that
there are new families moving into the neighbourhood.
·
Ben
Billings, on behalf of Donald Cornell – requesting clarity on what is being
proposed; advising that Planning Staff have done an excellent job; advising
that you can look at the intensity of the use, such as a Restricted Office
Zone; and recommending that the zoning be appropriate for a residential area. (2012-D11-07)
8.
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Property located at 1761 Wonderland Road
North (OZ-7825)
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect
to the application of 1242778 Ontario Limited, relating to the property located
at 1761 Wonderland Road North:
a) the
Ontario Municipal Board BE ADVISED that a Commercial Justification Report,
Planning Justification Report, and Traffic Impact Assessment Report Addendum
have been received by the Planning Division, circulated to the appellants,
evaluated and considered at a public participation meeting of the Planning and
Environment Committee on July 16, 2012;
b) the
Ontario Municipal Board BE ADVISED that Municipal Council recommends that
Official Plan Amendment No. 488 BE AMENDED, as attached (Appendix
“A”), FROM “Notwithstanding policy 4.3.8.5, commercial development within the
Neighbourhood Commercial Node located at the intersection of Wonderland Road
North and Fanshawe Park Road West shall be permitted up to 23,000 square metres
of total gross floor area” TO a modified policy which adds the following
sentence to special policy 4.3.8.6.(2)“, and at the lands located at 1761
Wonderland Road North”, such that this special policy will now read as follows,
“Notwithstanding policy 4.3.8.5, additional commercial development may be
permitted at the Neighbourhood Commercial Node on the south portion of
commercial lands at 751 Fanshawe Park Road West up to a maximum lot frontage of
72 metres, a maximum lot depth of 91.5 metres, and a maximum lot area of 7,572
square metres, and at the lands located at 1761 Wonderland Road North; and,
c) any
additional reports, comments and information received, with the revised
application, and at the Planning and Environment Committee meeting held on July
16, 2012, BE PROVIDED to the Ontario Municipal Board for consideration;
it being noted that
the Planning and Environment Committee received the attached
communication, dated July 13, 2012, from Ali Soufan, York Developments, with
respect to this matter;
it being
pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this
matter, the following individuals made oral submissions in connection
therewith:
·
Alan
R. Patton, Patton, Cormier & Associates, on behalf of Loblaw Properties
Limited, FCHT Holdings (Ontario) Corporation, Barvest Realty Inc., Sunningdale
Developments Inc. and Auburn Developments – advising that this is similar to
the issue that was previously at the Municipal Council and the Ontario
Municipal Board, relating to the property located at Southdale Road and Colonel
Talbot Road; indicating that there are issues with the traffic recommendations;
advising that this application is premature by a number of years; reading item
1 under “Rationale” of the Civic Administration’s report relating to the
Commercial Justification Report; advising that there are additional
supermarkets in the area; noting that the supermarket use has not been
supported; advising that the last bullet on page 6 of the Civic
Administration’s report is the basis for his clients’ appeal; advising that the
request was for a special type of food store; noting that now any old
supermarket is allowed on this site; advising that a Traffic Impact Study was
completed for this site; reading the italicized typing on page 7 of the Civic
Administration’s report under “Transportation Planning & Design Division”;
noting that his client has concerns with the left turns out of the site as it
is in conflict with his client’s site; also noting that the Traffic Impact
Study does not take into account the traffic from the food store being diverted;
advising that on page 9 of the Civic Administration’s report, the “Primary Area
Study” includes the designation and zoning of a food store; advising that on
page 19 of the Civic Administration’s report, the comments about the existing
No Frills is the current situation today, as it is the first food store in the
area; indicating that the flaw in the report is that the numbers decrease over
time; advising that on page 13 of the Civic Administration’s report, the
34,444.5 square foot building is pushed right up to the street line because the
building is out of alignment; indicating that there is development being built
in the future at Richmond and Sunningdale; noting that this will jump over the
plan function at Wonderland Road North and Southdale Road; advising that
nothing has changed with the reports; advising that this is premature by 5 or 6
years; and indicating that additional commercial properties have been added
west of Wonderland Road North, north of Fanshawe Park Road East.
- Ali Soufan, York Developments –
understanding why Mr. Patton’s clients wish to delay the application;
expressing support for the original decision of the Municipal Council;
advising that the market analysis was done by a consultant in Toronto;
advising that the Transportation Impact Study was adjusted to meet Mr.
Patton’s tests; requesting that the Planning and Environment Committee
reiterate the original decision; indicating that the previous application
appealed the York Developments application, but not the Decade Developments
application; and advising that this is part of a food store war.
(2012-D11-06)
At 8:50 PM His Worship the Mayor places
Councillor N. Branscombe in the Chair and leaves the meeting.
Pursuant to Section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor P. Hubert calls for a separate vote on clause 8.
Motion to Approve clauses 6 and 7 is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: B. Polhill, W.J. Armstrong, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P.
Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (14)
Motion to Approve clause 8 is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: B. Polhill, W.J. Armstrong, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, D.G. Henderson, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (13)
RECUSED: P. Hubert (1)
Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clauses 9 to 14, inclusive.
9.
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Properties located at 1197 York Street and
1201-1203 York Street (Z-8046)
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That, notwithstanding the recommendation of
the Director, Land Use Planning and City Planner, the application of Insites
Consulting, relating to the property located at 1197 York Street and 1201-1203
York Street, BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration to submit a report at a
future Planning and Environment Committee meeting that provides the proposed
Zoning By-law Amendment in accordance with the application, as submitted and to
ensure that the proposed additional units meet with the requirements of the Ontario
Building Code;
it being
pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this
matter, the following individual made an oral submission in connection
therewith:
- Ben Billings, on
behalf of the applicant – advising that the applicant is not asking for
anything new; noting that some of the concerns expressed by the Civic
Administration are spot zoning and how the proposed application will
affect the neighbours; indicating that the building has been existing for
many years with no impact on the neighbours; noting that the applicant is
trying to regulate the zoning; advising that he provided a neighbourhood
study to the Civic Administration; advising that the subject property has
been there for decades; advising that he held community meetings and the
neighbours expressed support for the application; indicating that the
amendment demonstrates that only properties that are zoned to intensify
will be able to do so; indicating that it is not spot zoning as the
application has been expanded to include 1201-1203 York Street, as well as
1197 York Street; advising that the Official Plan requires applications to
be submitted on a case by case basis; indicating that the study he
completed follows the Provincial Policy Statement; and advising that this
application provides nothing new and is not a complicated issue.
10.
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Property located at 189 Langarth Street
East
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That on the recommendation of the Manager,
Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to the site
plan approval application by M & D Carruthers, relating to the property
located at 189 Langarth Street East:
a) the
Approval Authority BE ADVISED that at the public participation meeting of the
Planning and Environment Committee held with respect to this matter, issues
were raised with respect to the design of the houses;
b) the
Approval Authority BE ADVISED the Municipal Council supports the site plan, as
presented, and that the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to meet with the
applicants and the Old South Community Organization (OSCO), to reach a
compromise between the applicants and OSCO; and,
c) the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the “Estimated Claims
and Revenues Report” provided as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff
report, dated July 16, 2012;
it being noted that
the Planning and Environment Committee received a communication, dated July 12,
2012, from J. Morgan, 172 Langarth Street East, with respect to this matter;
it being
pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this
matter, the following individuals made oral submissions in connection
therewith:
·
Gary
Brown, Old South Community Organization, 3A-59 Ridout Street – advising that he
just found out about the public participation meeting last night; advising that
the design of the houses in the neighbourhood is what makes their community
unique; expressing support for intensification; indicating that the proposed
houses do not fit into the community; advising that people are willing to pay a
premium to live in Old South; indicating that the houses on the street have the
porches out front, not the garages; enquiring if this is what we want to see in
Old South; indicating that the neighbours know each other in this
neighbourhood; and indicating that this is not what they want to see in their
neighbourhood.
·
Christopher
Prost, 187 Langarth Street East – expressing support for Gary Brown’s comments;
indicating that he thought he would always have green space beside him; noting
that he comes from a more rural background; advising that he is an avid
gardener; advising that if the residence is built as proposed, he will have a
two-storey wall beside his greenhouse and vegetable garden; advising that the
land is fairly flat; indicating that the City gave him a grant of $10,000 to
put in a catch basin, but no one could afford to as it was going to cost
$20,000; and indicating that there are drainage problems in the area.
·
Todd,
157 Langarth Street East – expressing support for the previous speakers’
comments; advising that this is an eclectic area; indicating that this is not
what he would build; noting that the property values on the street are
approximately $200,000; noting that this may increase the value of the houses
in the neighbourhood; and advising that this neighbourhood is a great mix of
housing standards.
- Michael
Carruthers, applicant – advising that he and his brother, Dale, have lived
in Old South all of their lives; advising that all houses built now have
garages; indicating that due to the property size, the garage needs to be
in front of the house; advising that he has a revised site plan; advising
that they are installing a catch basin at their own cost, which will
benefit the neighbourhood; advising that the driveways are recessed back
so that the porch will meet people, not the driveway; and noting that they
are not requesting an amendment to the Zoning By-law. (2012-D25-00)
11.
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Property located at 191 Langarth Street
East
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That on the recommendation of the Manager,
Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to the site
plan approval application by M & D Carruthers, relating to the property
located at 191 Langarth Street East:
a) the
Approval Authority BE ADVISED that at the public participation meeting of the
Planning and Environment Committee held with respect to this matter, issues
were raised with respect to the design of the houses;
b) the
Approval Authority BE ADVISED the Municipal Council supports the site plan, as
presented, and that the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to meet with the
applicants and the Old South Community Organization (OSCO), to reach a
compromise between the applicants and OSCO; and,
c) the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the “Estimated Claims
and Revenues Report” provided as Appendix ‘A’ to the associated staff
report, dated July 16, 2012;
it being noted that
the Planning and Environment Committee received a communication, dated July 12,
2012, from J. Morgan, 172 Langarth Street East, with respect to this matter;
it being
pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this
matter, the following individuals made oral submissions in connection
therewith:
·
Gary
Brown, Old South Community Organization, 3A-59 Ridout Street – advising that he
just found out about the public participation meeting last night; advising that
the design of the houses in the neighbourhood is what makes their community
unique; expressing support for intensification; indicating that the proposed
houses do not fit into the community; advising that people are willing to pay a
premium to live in Old South; indicating that the houses on the street have the
porches out front, not the garages; enquiring if this is what we want to see in
Old South; indicating that the neighbours know each other in this
neighbourhood; and indicating that this is not what they want to see in their
neighbourhood.
·
Christopher
Prost, 187 Langarth Street East – expressing support for Gary Brown’s comments;
indicating that he thought he would always have green space beside him; noting
that he comes from a more rural background; advising that he is an avid
gardener; advising that if the residence is built as proposed, he will have a
two-storey wall beside his greenhouse and vegetable garden; advising that the
land is fairly flat; indicating that the City gave him a grant of $10,000 to
put in a catch basin, but no one could afford to as it was going to cost
$20,000; and indicating that there are drainage problems in the area.
·
Todd,
157 Langarth Street East – expressing support for the previous speakers’
comments; advising that this is an eclectic area; indicating that this is not
what he would build; noting that the property values on the street are
approximately $200,000; noting that this may increase the value of the houses
in the neighbourhood; and advising that this neighbourhood is a great mix of
housing standards.
- Michael
Carruthers, applicant – advising that he and his brother, Dale, have lived
in Old South all of their lives; advising that all houses built now have
garages; indicating that due to the property size, the garage needs to be
in front of the house; advising that he has a revised site plan; advising
that they are installing a catch basin at their own cost, which will
benefit the neighbourhood; advising that the driveways are recessed back
so that the porch will meet people, not the driveway; and noting that they
are not requesting an amendment to the Zoning By-law. (2012-D25-00)
12.
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Building By-law Amendment
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Development and Compliance and Chief Building Official, the Civic
Administration BE REQUESTED to report back with any proposed changes to the
draft by-law, entitled “A By-law to provide for construction, demolition,
change of use, occupancy permits, transfer of permits and inspections”; it
being pointed out that there were no oral submissions made at the public
participation meeting associated with this matter. (2012-G05-00)
13.
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Highbury Ford – 1365 Dundas Street
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That the Committee Secretary BE DIRECTED to
make the necessary arrangements for a delegation by Alan R. Patton, Patton
Cormier & Associates, regarding the application of Highbury Ford, relating
to the property located at 1365 Dundas Street, at the Planning and Environment
Committee meeting to be held on July 23, 2012. (2012-D25-00)
14.
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Residential Policies in Flood Plain
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The Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to
undertake a review of residential policies in floodplains with the Upper Thames
River Conservation Authority.
Motion Passed
YEAS: B. Polhill, W.J. Armstrong, J.B. Swan,
S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P.
Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (14)
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20th Report of the Planning and Environment
Committee
Councillor B. Polhill presents.
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Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clauses 1 and 2.
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1.
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Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED no pecuniary interests were
disclosed.
2.
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Holiday Avenue/Greenfield Drive Area
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director, Planning Environmental and Engineering Services & City
Engineer, the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to remove the holding
provision on the property located at 7 Holiday Avenue; it being noted that the
owner is required to contain and manage the stormwater on site, in accordance
with City requirements. (2012-W10-02)
At 8:56 PM His Worship the Mayor returns to
the meeting and Councillor N. Branscombe takes her place at the Council Board.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
NAYS: H.L. Usher (1)
Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clause 3.
3.
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Potential Adverse Impacts to Municipal
Infrastructure, Private and/or Public Lands and Ecological Conditions of the
Water Resources System From Beaver Activity
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That, on the recommendation of the Acting
Executive Director Planning, Environmental and Engineering Services & City
Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to beaver activity in the
vicinity of infrastructure, such as stormwater management facilities and
Municipal Drains or watercourses:
a) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to refrain from interfering with beaver dams
where the damming activity does not compromise the operation of infrastructure,
such as, stormwater management (SWM) facilities, municipal drains, channels,
and/or does not create flooding conditions that impacts the safety of people or
property; and/or does not adversely impact the environment and ecological
conditions of the water resources system;
b) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to maintain the City’s existing practices in
accordance with requirements identified and governed by the Ministry of Natural
Resources that allow the removal of beaver dams to protect, maintain or
construct municipal infrastructures, protect the safety of the people and
properties in accordance with the City of London’s operating authority
responsibilities for water resources/SWM infrastructure under the Ontario
Water Resources Act, Drainage Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Fisheries Act,
as well as Riparian Rights Law and other applicable laws, wherein beaver dams
compromise the operation of infrastructure, such as, SWM facilities, municipal
drains, channels, open watercourses, present a barrier to fish movement, cause
a hazard to public health, alter sediment transport regimes, increase water
temperatures or cause adverse flooding of private or public land; and,
c) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on the outcome of what actions
are undertaken with respect to the beavers;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee received a communication, dated July 22, 2012, from Sara
Rans, Animal Welfare Advisory Committee, with respect to this matter.
(2012-W10-00/P04-00)
Motion made by Councillor N. Branscombe and
seconded by Councillor B. Polhill to Refer clause 3 back to the Planning and
Environment Committee for further consideration after the Civic Administration
has completed and reported back on the development of a progressive and humane
response program related to human-wildlife conflicts with respect to stormwater
management facilities and Municipal Drains and watercourses; it being noted
that in the meantime the Civic Administration will continue to undertake any
non-lethal intervention as deemed to be necessary to maintain the operation of
these facilities.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, P. Van
Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (13)
NAYS: D.G. Henderson (1)
RECUSED: J.L. Baechler (1)
Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clauses 4 to 8, inclusive.
4.
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Properties located at 2365 and 2865
Innovation Drive (H-8062)
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That, on the recommendation of the Senior
Planner, Development Services, based on the application by the City of London
relating to properties located at 2365 Innovation Drive and 2865 Innovation
Drive, the attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the
Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, to amend Zoning By-law
No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the
subject lands FROM a holding Light Industrial Special Provision (h•h-2•LI2(9))
Zone TO a Light Industrial Special Provision (LI2(9)) Zone to remove the
holding provisions. (2012-D11-02)
5.
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Municipal Support Resolutions for Local
Renewable Electricity Generation Projects Seeking Ontario Feed-In Tariff
Contracts
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Development & Compliance & Chief Building Official, the Civic
Administration BE DIRECTED to undertake the following actions with respect to
proposed changes (Program Rules) to the Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) Program, operated
by the Ontario Power Authority (OPA):
a) undertake
the process described in the recommendations below when the Draft FIT Program
Rules (April 5, 2012), which are designed to assist renewable energy project
developers obtain timely Municipal Council Support Resolutions, are finalized
in the very near future; it being noted that if the FIT Program Rules are
substantially changed when finalized, the Civic Administration will revise
these recommendations and resubmit, if required;
b) co-ordinate
and review all requests for a Municipal Council Support Resolution and
determine if the request(s) fall into Category 1 Projects (all rooftop solar
anywhere in London), Category 2 Projects (ground-mounted solar at specific
locations in London) or Category 3 Projects (significant FIT projects, such as
wind, biomass and biogas at specific locations in London);
i)
for
Category 1 Projects, the proposed resolution that the construction and
operation of rooftop solar projects, having little or no potential for impacts
on adjacent properties, be supported without reservation anywhere in London
where permitted by the Province of Ontario’s Feed-In Tariff (FIT) Program rules
be approved, as set out in the Municipal Council Blanket Support Resolution attached
hereto as Appendix “A”;
ii)
for
Category 2 Projects, the proposed resolution that the construction and
operation of ground-mounted solar projects, having little or no potential for
impacts on adjacent properties, be supported at a specific location(s) identified
by the project developer where permitted by the Province of Ontario’s
Feed-In Tariff (FIT) Program rules be approved as at two step process:
A)
the Civic
Administration prepare a recommendation report to Planning & Environment
Committee commenting on the proposed location; and,
B) if
supported by the Civic Administration, submit a Municipal Council Support
Resolution attached hereto as Appendix “B” as part of the report
to Planning & Environment Committee; and,
iii)
for
Category 3 Projects, the Civic Administration will review and offer
recommendations to Council on the required steps for undertaking these types of
projects and opportunities for a Municipal Council Support Resolution;
c)
co-ordinate
the Municipal Council Support Resolution process through the Land Use Planning
Division; it being noted that liaison will take place with the Civic
Administration from Development & Compliance and Environmental &
Engineering Services; and,
d)
the
Mayor and the City Clerk be authorized to sign any requested Council Resolution
for Category 1 Projects using the Municipal Council Blanket Support Resolution
(Appendix “A”); it being noted that these recommendations are solely for the
purpose of enabling an applicant of the FIT Program to receive priority points
under the new FIT Program rules, and may not be used for the purpose of any
other form of municipal approval in relation to the application or project or
any other purpose;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee received a communication, dated June 25, 2012, from
Richard Weston, Director of Business Development, QPA Solar Inc., with respect
to this matter. (2012-W12-00)
6.
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Ontario Municipal Board Decision – 1240
Richmond Street (Z-7949)
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That, the Ontario Municipal Board decision
relating to the appeal by Linda Anne Brand with respect to the Municipal
Council decision to refuse a Zoning By-law amendment relating to the property
at 1240 Richmond Street, BE RECEIVED. (2012-D11-01)
7.
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Notice of Completion of Provincial
Environmental Assessment for Disposition of the London Psychiatric Hospital
Lands (O-7668)
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the Class Environmental Assessment, Notice
of Completion of Consultation and Documentation Report, Category B, for the
London Psychiatric Hospital lands located at 850 and 900 Highbury Avenue, BE
RECEIVED. (2012-D11-05)
8.
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Meadowlily Secondary Plan – Status Report
(O-7614)
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the preferred land use and servicing
options, and associated draft background studies for the Meadowlily Secondary
Plan, BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the preferred land use option,
and associated background studies, for the Meadowlily Secondary Planning Area
will be tabled for public review and comment at the Planning and Environment
Committee meeting to be held on September 4, 2012. (2012-D11-09)
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clause 9.
9.
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Airport Area Tax Increment Grant Program –
2480 Huron Street
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the processing of an Airport Area Tax
Increment Grant Application for lands in the Airport Area Community Improvement
Plan known municipally as 2480 Huron Street, BE RECEIVED. (2012-F12-00)
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
RECUSED: N. Branscombe (1)
Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill to
Approve clauses 10 to 16, inclusive.
10.
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Telecommunication Facilities Consultation
Policy (O-7881)
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That, on the recommendation of the Director
of Land Use Planning and City Planner, the attached proposed
by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 24,
2012, to implement a Telecommunications Facilities Consultation Policy; it
being noted that the regulation of these facilities, including the siting, is a
Federal matter administered through Industry Canada. (2012-I11-00)
11.
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Properties located at 603, 609 and 611
Oxford Street West (Z-7578)
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, based on the application of 625041 Ontario
Limited, relating to the properties located at 603, 609 and 611 Oxford Street
West, the attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal
Council meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1,
(in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject
property FROM a Restricted Service Commercial (RSC4) Zone and a Residential R9
(R9-7.H38) Zone TO a Restricted Service Commercial/Restricted Service
Commercial Special Provision (RSC2/RSC3/(RSC4( )) Zone, to permit a broad
range of restricted service commercial uses and to recognize an existing auto
body shop use; it being pointed out that there were no oral submissions made at
the public participation meeting associated with this matter. (2012-D11-07)
12.
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Properties located at 981 and 983
Wonderland Road South (OZ-8043)
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That, on the recommendation of the Director,
Land Use Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect
to the application of Sobeys Development Limited Partnership, relating to the
properties located at 981 & 983 Wonderland Road South:
a) the
attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council
meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, to amend Special Policy 10.1.3, cxxxvi) of
the Official Plan, which applies to 981 Wonderland Road South to DELETE the
words “In the Southdale/Wonderland Commercial Policy area applicable to 981
Wonderland Road South, in addition to the uses permitted in the Commercial
Policy designation, a small-scale supermarket may also be permitted” and to INSERT
the words “In the Auto-Oriented Commercial Corridor designation applicable to
981 & 983 Wonderland Road South, in addition to the uses permitted in the
Auto-Oriented Commercial Corridor designation, a small-scale supermarket and a
limited amount of retail space with a maximum gross floor area of 996 m2
(10,721 sq.ft.) may and also be permitted”; and,
b) the
attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council
meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in
conformity with the Official Plan, as amended in part a) above), FROM a
Restricted Service Commercial Special Provision/Highway Service Commercial
(RSC2(10)/HS2) Zone, which permits a wide range of commercial uses and a small
scale supermarket with a maximum gross floor area of 3,372 m2
(36,300 sq.ft.) and a minimum of 172 parking spaces TO a Restricted Service
Commercial Special Provision/Highway Service Commercial Special Provision
(RSC2( __)/HS2(__)) Zone, to allow retail store use with a maximum gross floor
area of 996 m2 (10,721 sq.ft.), a small scale supermarket with a
maximum gross floor area of 3,372 m2 (36,300 sq.ft.), a minimum of
172 parking spaces, a reduced front yard setback to 2.2 metres (7.2 feet), a
reduced exterior side yard setback to 3 metres (7.2 feet) and a reduced rear
yard setback to 5 metres (16.4 feet);
it being noted that the site plan process
will address issues such as building location, landscaping, buffering, fencing,
access, and drainage;
it being
pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this
matter, the following individual made an oral submission in connection
therewith:
Jason Jordan, 60 Blackfriars Street –
enquiring as to where the walkway will be located from the retail to the
street; and, enquiring as to the location of the bicycle parking.
(2012-D11-07)
13.
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Property located at 7 Greenfield Court
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That, on the recommendation of the Manager,
Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to the site
plan approval application by Joseph Ruscio Construction Ltd., relating to the
property located at 7 Greenfield Court:
a) the
Approval Authority BE ADVISED that there were no issues raised at the public
participation meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee with respect to
the site plan approval application;
b) the
Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the approval
of the attached Site Plan for a single detached dwelling; and,
c) the
financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the “Claims and
Revenues Report” provided as Schedule “A” to the associated staff report, dated
July 23, 2012. (2012-D25-00)
14.
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Forest City Industrial Stormwater
Management Facility and Westminster Wetland Complex
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That the Committee Secretary BE DIRECTED to
make the necessary arrangements for a delegation by J.R. Keron, regarding the
Forest City Industrial Stormwater Management Facility and Westminster Wetland
Complex, at the Planning and Environment Committee meeting to be held on August
20, 2012. (2012-W10-00)
15.
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Property located at 1365 Dundas Street
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That, the following actions be taken with
respect to the verbal presentation from A.R. Patton, Patton, Cormier &
Associates, with respect to the proposed plans to update the existing site plan
for Highbury Ford, located at 1365 Dundas Street:
a) the
proposal BE SUBJECT TO a scoped site plan approval;
b) any
required road widening dedications BE TAKEN, and the Civic Administration BE
DIRECTED to review the by-laws relating to boulevard rental fees and
establish a nominal fee for this application while the City of London Policy is
being reviewed by the Civic Administration;
c) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to consider the proposed site plan with
limited scope when addressing the oil/grit separator and parkland requirements;
and,
d) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to confirm the road widening requirements for
this site; it being noted that road widening requirements will not include
areas where there are existing buildings;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee reviewed and received a communication, dated July 9,
2012, from A.R. Patton, Patton Cormier & Associates, with respect to this
matter. (2012-D25-00)
16.
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Properties located at 1197 York Street and
1201-1203 York Street (Z-8046)
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That, notwithstanding the recommendation of
the Director, Land Use Planning and City Planner, based on the application of
Insites Consulting, relating to the properties located at 1197 York Street and
1201-1203 York Street, the attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED
at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 24, 2012, to amend Zoning
By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning
of the subject properties FROM a Residential R2 (R2-2) Zone, which permits
single detached dwellings, semi-detached dwellings, duplex dwellings and
converted dwellings (to a maximum of 2 units) TO a Residential R2 Special
Provision (R2-2(*)) Zone, for the lands at 1197 York Street to allow for
maximum of 4 units within a converted dwelling with a minimum lot area of 520
m2, a minimum front yard depth of 2.7 meters, a minimum interior yard (east) of
1.9 meters, a minimum yard depth (west) of 0.7 meters and a maximum building
height of 12 meters and a Residential Special Provision (R2-2(**)) Zone, for
the lands at 1201/1203 York Street to allow for a maximum of 4 units within a
converted dwelling with a minimum lot area of 520 m2, a minimum front yard
depth of 3.1 meters, a minimum interior yard (east) of 2.6 meters and a maximum
building height of 12 meters and maximum parking area coverage of 25.4%
Pursuant to section 17.2 of the Council
Procedure By-law, Councillor J.P. Bryant calls for a separate vote on clause
16.
Motion to Approve clauses 10 to 15,
inclusive, is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
Motion to Approve clause 16 is put.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, J.B. Swan, S.
Orser, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, S.E.
White (10)
NAYS: W.J. Armstrong, J.L. Baechler, N.
Branscombe, M. Brown, J.P. Bryant (5)
Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan to
Approve clauses 1 to 4, inclusive.
That it BE NOTED that Councillor D. Brown
disclosed a pecuniary interest in clauses 2c), 2d), 2i) and 3b) of this
Report as they relate to matters pertaining to the London Transit Commission,
by indicating that her employer has a contract with the London Transit
Commission.
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That it BE NOTED that the Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee received a presentation from Martin Hayward, City
Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer providing an overview of the process to
evaluate economic prosperity proposals.
That the proposal entitled “Small Business
Grants” BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance
with the established criteria.
That the proposal entitled “Getting People to
Job Opportunities”, submitted by Shawn Lewis, BE REFERRED to the August 14,
2012 Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee meeting for presentation and
consideration.
That the following actions be taken with
respect to the proposals submitted by Lorraine Fay:
i)
the
proposal entitled “Remove Buses from Dundas Street” BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria; and;
ii)
the
proposal with respect to Social Housing BE REFERRED to the London &
Middlesex Housing Corporation for consideration;
it being noted that the Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation
from Lorraine Fay regarding these matters.
That the following actions be taken with
respect to the proposal submitted by Elizabeth Efthymiadis:
i)
the
proposals to provide incentives to owners to renovate buildings and annual
prize for the best front windows beautifications for buildings located on
Dundas Street from Talbot Street to Wellington Street and annual prize for the
best front/window beautification BE REFERRED to the Director, Land Use
Planning and City Planner for evaluation in accordance with the established
criteria;
ii)
the
proposal to create a step-by-step guide for establishing a small business to be
posted on the City’s website BE REFERRED to Chief Technology Officer for
consideration; and,
iii)
the
proposal to establish an annual “Contest of Excellence” for southwestern
Ontario high school students BE REFERRED to the Community Services Department
for consideration;
it being noted that the Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation
from Elizabeth Efthymiadis entitled, “Proposals to the Economic Development and
Prosperity Committee”.
That the proposal entitled “New Facilities
for Transportation Industry”, submitted by Jose Quezada, BE REFERRED to the
London Economic Development Corporation and the London Chamber of Commerce for
consideration and to the Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with
the established criteria; it being noted that the Investment and Economic
Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation from Jose
Quezada regarding this matter.
That the proposal entitled “Realization of an
Original Electrical Generator to Produce Renewable and Free Green Energy”
submitted by Ismail Khalil BE REFERRED to Western University Research Park for
consideration and to the Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with
the established criteria; it being noted that the Investment and Economic
Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation from
Ismail Khalil regarding this matter.
That the proposal entitled “Connecting
Youth’s Success”, submitted by Jessica McClure and Spencer Kenyon, BE REFERRED
to the Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established
criteria; it being noted that that the Investment and Economic Prosperity
Committee received the attached presentation from Spencer Kenyon
and Jessica McClure regarding this matter.
That the following actions be taken with
respect to the proposal entitled “Proposed Ideas”, submitted by Mohamed
Soliman:
i)
the
proposals BE REFERRED to the London Transit Commission; Main Street London and
London Hydro for consideration and to the Civic Administration for evaluation
in accordance with the established criteria; and,
ii)
the
Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to undertake the necessary actions to
initiate the removal of debris from the Thames River;
it being noted that the Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation
from Mohamed Soliman regarding these matters.
That the proposal submitted by Somia Ditor,
entitled “Host Festivals Year Round – More Television and Movie Production” BE
REFERRED to the Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with
the established criteria.
That the proposal submitted by Mira Katyal,
entitled “Create a Wellness Village or City”, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria; it
being noted that the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached
presentation from Mira Katyal regarding this matter.
That the proposal submitted by Derek Stevens,
entitled “Eco-Parking Lot”, BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration for
consideration as part of the Transportation Master Plan and for evaluation in
accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from R. Morley dated,
June 24, 2012, regarding various economic ideas, BE REFERRED to the
Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established
criteria.
That the communication from A. Stolarski,
regarding “Modern Transportation”, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from J. Hawlik,
regarding the “Highway 401 Interchange”, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from W. Beldman,
regarding “Encouraging Entrepreneurship”, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from M. Rickard,
regarding “London’s Neighbourhoods”, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from V. Bauer Intini,
regarding “Promoting Local Companies”, BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration
for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the proposal entitled “Destination Arts”
submitted by Clark Bryan BE REFERRED to the August 14, 2012 Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee meeting for presentation and consideration.
That the communication from E. Paraskevas,
regarding “Public Bike Lanes”, BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration
for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from F. Galera,
regarding “Parking Vouchers”, BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration
for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
That the communication from S. Avdovich,
regarding “Police Presence During Bar Hours”, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria.
Recommendation: That the following actions
be taken with respect to the existing rail passenger service along the Guelph
Subdivision, which connects London, St. Marys, Stratford, Kitchener, Guelph
and Halton Hills to the Greater Toronto Area and beyond:
a)
VIA
Rail and the Federal Government BE REQUESTED to maintain the existing rail
passenger service; and
b)
the
Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Southwest Economic Alliance BE
REQUESTED to support this resolution.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
RECUSED: D. Brown (1)
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13th Report of the Investment and Economic
Prosperity Committee
Councillor J.B. Swan presents
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Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan to
Approve clauses 1, 2a) to h) except e).
1.
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Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED that Councillor J.B. Swan
disclosed a pecuniary interests in clause 2i) of this Report pertaining to Orchestra
London by indicating that he is employed by Orchestra London.
2.
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Investment and Economic Prosperity
Proposals
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a)
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Investment and Economic Prosperity Process
Overview
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That it BE NOTED that the Investment
and Economic Prosperity Committee declined a presentation from Martin Hayward,
City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer providing an overview of the process to
evaluate economic prosperity proposals as the same presentation had been given
at the July 18, 2012 meeting of the Investment and Economic Prosperity
Committee.
b)
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Tourism London – Tourism as an Economic
Generator
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the proposals, submitted by John Winston, General Manager, Tourism
London, regarding tourism as an economic generator:
i)
Tourism
London BE REQUESTED to convene a meeting with London’s hospitality industry to
discuss the possible establishment of a Community Attraction/Event Development
Fund and provide an update with respect to this matter to the Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee (IEPC) in the Fall of 2012; and,
ii)
the
remaining proposals submitted by Tourism London BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria;
it being noted that the IEPC received a
delegation from John Winston, Tourism London regarding these matters.
c)
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London Convention Centre Space Enhancement
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That the proposal entitled “London Convention
Centre Space Enhancement”, submitted by Lori Da Silva, General Manager and
Chief Executive Officer, London Convention Centre, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria,
subject to the submission of a financial plan in support of the proposal; it
being noted that the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached
presentation from Lori DaSilva, London Convention Centre.
d)
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Employment Sector Council London-Middlesex
Proposal
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That the proposal entitled “Employment Sector
Council London-Middlesex”, submitted by Carol Stewart, Project Manager,
Employment Sector Council London-Middlesex, BE SUPPORTED AND REFERRED to the
Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria
and to provide a potential source of financing for the initiative; it being
noted that the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached
presentation from Anne Langille and Carol Stewart, Employment Sector Council
London-Middlesex.
f)
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Old East Village BIA – Accelerating
Economic Prosperity
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That the proposal entitled “Accelerating
Economic Prosperity in London’s Neighbourhoods”, submitted by Sarah Merritt,
Manager, Old East Village Business Improvement Area, BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria,
subject to the provision of additional information with respect to the
financing of the initiative; it being noted that the Investment and Economic
Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation from
Sarah Merritt, Old East Village Business Improvement Area.
g)
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German Solar Corporation – Solar Panels
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That the proposal submitted by Dennis German,
President, German Solar Corporation, to utilize municipal rooftops for the
installation of solar panels BE SUPPORTED IN PRINCIPLE AND BE REFERRED to the
Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria
and the City of London’s Procurement of Goods and Services Policy with a report
back to the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee (IEPC) in September
2012; it being noted that the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee
received the attached presentation from Dennis German, German
Solar Corporation.
h)
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560 & 562 Wellington Street Residential
Condominium Project
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That the proposal entitled “Auburn
Developments Inc. - 560, 562 Wellington Street, London Residential Condominium
Project”, submitted by Stephen Stapleton, Vice President, Auburn Development
Inc., BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the Investment and Economic Prosperity
Committee received the attached presentation from Steve Stapleton
and Hugh Handy, Auburn Developments.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (14)
Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan to
Approve clause 2e)
e)
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London-Middlesex Immigrant Employment
Council Job Match Network
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That the proposal entitled “LMIEC Job Match
Network”, submitted by Jennifer Hollis, Project Manager, London-Middlesex Immigrant
Employment Council, BE SUPPORTED AND BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration
for evaluation in accordance with the established criteria and to provide a
potential source of financing for the initiative; it being noted that the
Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached
presentation from Jennifer Hollis, London Middlesex Immigrant Employment
Council.
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (14)
RECUSED: P. Hubert (1)
At 10:12 PM Councillor J.B. Swan leaves the
meeting.
Motion made by Councillor M. Brown to Approve
clause 2i)
i)
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Orchestra London – Music London
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That the proposal entitled “Music London”,
submitted by David Canton, Chair, Facility Planning Committee, Orchestra
London, BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration to evaluate and report back on
the proposed governance structure of Centennial Hall and for evaluation in
accordance with the established criteria; it being noted that the Investment
and Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached
presentation from David Canton, Orchestra London.
Motion made by Councillor B. Armstrong and
seconded by Councillor S. Orser that consideration of clause 2i) BE REFERRED to
later in the meeting, after the in camera session, in order to receive
information that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including
communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing
directions or instructions to officers, employees of the Corporation with
respect to the proposed establishment of a separate municipal service
board for the for the operation and management of Centennial Hall and with
respect to the contract between the Corporation and Donald Jones Management
Services Inc. for the management and operation of Centennial Hall.
Motion Passed
At 10:15 PM Councillor J.B. Swan enters the
meeting.
Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan to
Approve clauses 2j), 2k) and 3.
At 10:24 PM, His Worship the Mayor placed
Councillor P. Hubert in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board.
At 10:30 PM, His Worship the Mayor returns to
the Chair and Councillor P. Hubert takes his seat at the Council Board.
j)
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My Sisters’ Place – Prosperity Through
Resiliency
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That the proposal entitled “Prosperity
Through Resiliency”, submitted by Susan Macphail, Director of Women’s Mental
Health Resources, My Sisters’ Place BE REFERRED to the Strategic Funding
Process: it being noted that the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee
received the attached presentation from Susan MacPhail, My
Sister’s Place.
That the proposal entitled “Community
Thread”, submitted by Ryan Craven, Program Coordinator, London Fuse, it BE
REFERRED to the Civic Administration for evaluation in accordance with
the established criteria, subject to the submission of a business plan that
demonstrates financial sustainability; it being noted that the Investment and
Economic Prosperity Committee received the attached presentation
from Ryan Craven, London Fuse.
3.
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Maintain VIA Rail Passenger Service
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That the following
Resolution BE APPROVED with respect to the proposed reductions to VIA Rail
service in the Windsor/Sarnia/London/Toronto corridors to replace clause 4 of
the 12th Report of the Investment and Economic Prosperity Committee:
WHEREAS VIA Rail has
announced reductions to service in the Windsor/Sarnia/London/Toronto corridors,
to take effect in July and October 2012;
AND WHEREAS VIA Rail’s mandate is to
provide safe, efficient, more environmentally sustainable and cost effective
passenger transportation;
AND WHEREAS our passenger
rail network is an integral and vital part of our national transportation
infrastructure and is vital to our economic prosperity;
AND WHEREAS rail is the
most environmentally friendly and most energy-efficient mode of passenger
transportation;
AND WHEREAS Southwestern
Ontario corridor passenger rail services provide an effective and attractive
travel alternative to Highways 401, 402 and regional highways, reducing
congestion and vehicle emissions;
AND WHEREAS communities,
our residents and our businesses rely on timely, convenient rail links to
Toronto and other corridor communities;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT VIA
Rail be petitioned to maintain and improve rail service and frequency in these Southwestern
Ontario corridors; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT
a meeting be requested with VIA Rail to explore improvements to passenger rail
services in the Southwestern Ontario corridors; and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED THAT copies of this resolution be sent to VIA Rail, the Minister of
Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, the Minister of State (Transport),
the Minister of Industry, the Ontario Minister of Transportation, the Ontario
Minister of Economic Development and Innovation, area MPs and MPPs, FCM, AMO,
SWEA, and other corridor communities.
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White
(14)
At 10:36 PM Councillor J.B. Swan leaves the
meeting.
Councillor P. Hubert
presents
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 1 and 2.
1. Disclosure of
Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED that Councillor D. Brown
disclosed a pecuniary interest relating to the London Taxicab Owner’s and
Drivers’ Group Inc. Application to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice –
Court File No. 7123/12, by indicating that her employer has a taxi business.
2. London Taxicab
Owners’ and Drivers’ Group Inc. Application to the Ontario Superior Court of
Justice – Court File No. 7123/12
That, on the recommendation of the
Solicitor II, the Decision of Madam Justice Rady of the Ontario Superior
Court of Justice, issued on June 29, 2012, in connection with the motion of
London Taxicab Owners’ and Drivers’ Group Inc. for an interlocutory
injunction to stay By-law L.-129-51, the Taxi and Limousine Licensing By-law,
from coming into effect, BE RECEIVED. (2012-P10-02)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P. Hubert, D.G.
Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant, S.E. White (13)
RECUSED: D. Brown (1)
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At 10:37 PM Councillor J.B. Swan enters the
meeting.
Councillor P. Hubert
presents.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 1 to 5, inclusive.
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary
interests were disclosed.
2.
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2nd Report of the Audit
Committee
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That the 2nd Report of the Audit Committee,
from its meeting held on February 1, 2012, BE RECEIVED.
3.
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Update on 2011 Internal Audit of
Community Services – Housing Division
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That, on the recommendation of the Director
of Municipal Housing, the report, dated June 28, 2012, with respect to an
update on the PricewaterhouseCoopers Internal Audit of Community Services -
Housing Division, BE RECEIVED. (2012-A04-00)
4.
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Brownfield Administration Policy Project
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the report dated June 28, 2012 with
respect to the steps planned to develop a City of London brownfield
administration policy BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the policy is intended
to address issues raised to the Finance and Administrative Services Committee
in January 2012, as well as respond to the internal auditor’s report of
December 7, 2011. (2012-A04-00)
5.
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Engagement of PricewaterhouseCoopers for
Operational Review
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That, on the recommendation of the City
Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the report dated June 28, 2012 with
respect to the engagement of PricewaterhouseCoopers by the Housing Division
for the completion of an operational review of the London & Middlesex
Housing Corporation (LMHC), BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the review is at
the request of the Board of the LMHC. (2012-C03-00)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 6 to 9, inclusive.
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy
City Treasurer, the following amendments to the Three-Year Internal Audit
Plan of PricewaterhouseCoopers, BE APPROVED:
a) the Health and Safety audit be
brought forward to 2012, from 2013;
b) the Grants and Loans audit be
moved to 2013, from 2012. (2012-A04-00)
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7.
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See Confidential
Appendix Item C-1
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8.
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2011 Financial
Audit
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 2011 Financial Audit and Audit Findings Report 2011, as
prepared by KPMG:
a) the 2011 Financial Report of The
Corporation of the City of London BE RECEIVED; and,
b) the Audit Findings Report for
the year ending December 31, 2011 BE RECEIVED;
it being noted that the Audit Committee
received the attached presentation from the Deputy City
Treasurer and a verbal presentation from KPMG with respect to these matters.
(2012-A04-00)
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9.
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Quarterly Report on
Internal Audit Results
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the Quarterly Report on Internal Audit Results, dated June 28,
2012, from PricewaterhouseCoopers:
a) Community Services – Financial
Management – the Action Plans included as Appendix ‘A’ of the
above-noted report BE IMPLEMENTED; it being noted that the implementation
dates for some items are not applicable due to the cost of the implementation
having been determined to be prohibitive to any potential benefit; and,
b) Planning, Environmental &
Engineering Services – Contract & Tendering Administration –
i)
the
Action Plans included as Appendix ‘B’ of the above-noted report BE
IMPLEMENTED; and,
ii)
the
Interim City Manager BE DIRECTED to bring forward a report as soon as
possible with respect to a project approval process for tenders, with such
report to outline the practices and policies utilized by other
municipalities. (2012-A04-00)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve that pursuant to section 2.4
of the Council Procedure By-law, section 11.10 of the said by-law be
suspended for the purpose of permitting the meeting to proceed beyond 11:00
PM.
Motion Passed
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Councillor J.L. Baechler enquires about the
possibility of Council Members voluntarily disclosing sources of income,
debts, assets and liabilities. The Civic Administration was requested to
report back to the Finance and Administrative Services Committee on this
matter, with the report to include the January 19, 2011 report from the City
Solicitor on this matter.
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Motion made by Councillor J.L. Baechler and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve that pursuant to section 18.2
of the Council Procedure By-law leave be given for the introduction of an
emergent motion with respect to the submission of comments to the OMERS
governance review process.
Motion
Passed
Motion made by Councillor J.L. Baechler and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve that the Civic Administration
BE AUTHORIZED to retain independent expert advice to assist with the
preparation of comments for submission to the OMERS governance review process.
Motion Passed
Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
At
11:00 PM His Worship the Mayor places Councillor P. Hubert in the Chair and
takes a seat at the Council Board.
Motion made by Councillor J.B. Swan and
seconded by Councillor S. Orser to Approve that pursuant to section 18.2 of the
Council Procedure By-law leave be given for the introduction of an emergent
motion with respect to the receipt of donation of backpacks for the residents
of Elliott Lake.
Motion Passed
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Motion made by Mayor J.F. Fontana and
seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve that the Civic Administration BE
DIRECTED to facilitate the placement of a drop off box in the lobby of City
Hall to receive donations of backpacks for the residents of Elliott Lake.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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At
11:03 PM His Worship the Mayor resumes the Chair and Councillor P. Hubert takes
his seat at the Council Board.
BY-LAWS
TO BE READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME:
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Motion made by Councillor P. Van Meerbergen
and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve 1st Reading of Bill No.s 310
to 335, excluding Bill No. 314.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded
by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve 2nd Reading of Bill No.s 310 to 335,
excluding Bill No. 314.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor B. Polhill and
seconded by Councillor J.L. Baechler to Approve 3rd Reading of Bill No.s 310
to 335, excluding 314.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P. Bryant,
S.E. White (15)
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Motion made by Councillor D. Brown and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve 1st Reading of Bill No. 314.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, S.E. White
(14)
NAYS: J.P. Bryant (1)
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve 2nd Reading of Bill No. 314.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, S.E. White
(14)
NAYS: J.P. Bryant (1)
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Motion made by Councillor S. Orser and
seconded by Councillor D. Brown to Approve 3rd Reading of Bill No. 314.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: J.F. Fontana, B. Polhill, W.J.
Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M. Brown, P.
Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, S.E. White
(14)
NAYS: J.P. Bryant (1)
The following by-laws are passed and
enacted as by-laws of The Corporation of the City of London:
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Bill
No. 310, By-law No. A.-
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A by-law to confirm
the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 24th day of July, 2012.
(City Clerk)
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Bill No. 330
By-law No. A.-6853-243
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A by-law to implement a Telecommunication Facilities Consultation
Policy for the City of London.
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Bill No. 331
By-law No. C.P.-1284(sp)-244
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A by-law to amend
the Official Plan for the City of London, 1989 relating to 981 & 983
Wonderland Road South. (12a/20/PEC)
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Bill No. 332
By-law No. Z.-1-122127
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A by-law
to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to remove the holding provisions from the zoning for
an area of land located at 2365 Innovation Drive and 2865 Innovation Drive.
(4/20/PEC)
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Bill No. 333
By-law No. Z.-1-122128
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A by-law
to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 603, 609 and 611
Oxford Street West. (11/20/PEC)
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Bill No. 334
By-law No. Z.-1-122129
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A by-law
to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 981 & 983
Wonderland Road South. (12/12/PEC)
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Bill No. 335
By-law No. Z.-1-122130
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A
by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 1197 York Street
and 1201/1203 York Street. (16/20/PEC)
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MOTION
FOR IN CAMERA SESSION
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Motion made by Councillor S. Orser and
seconded by Councillor N. Branscombe to Approve that Council rise and go into
Committee of the Whole, in camera, for the purpose of considering the
following:
g)
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A matter pertaining
to advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including
communications necessary for that purpose and for the purpose of providing
directions or instructions to officers, employees of the Corporation with
respect to the proposed establishment of a separate municipal service
board for the for the operation and management of Centennial Hall and with
respect to the contract between the Corporation and Donald Jones Management
Services Inc. for the management and operation of Centennial Hall.
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Motion
Passed
The Council rises and goes into Committee of
the Whole, in camera at 11:14 PM with Mayor J.F. Fontana in the Chair and all
Members present.
At 12:00 AM Councillor J.B. Swan leaves the
meeting.
The
Committee of the Whole rises and Council resumes in regular session at 12:28 AM
with Mayor J.F. Fontana in the Chair and all Members present except Councillor
J.B. Swan.
13th Report of the Investment and Economic
Prosperity Committee (continued)
Councillor P. Hubert presents
2i) Orchestra
London – Music London
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve that NO ACTION BE TAKEN at this time with respect to the proposal
entitled “Music London”, submitted by David Canton, Chair, Facility Planning
Committee, Orchestra London.
Motion Passed
14th
Report of the Committee of the Whole
Councillor P. Hubert presents.
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PRESENT: Mayor J. Fontana, Councillors B.
Polhill, W.J. Armstrong, J.B. Swan, S. Orser, J.L. Baechler, N. Branscombe, M.
Brown, P. Hubert, D.G. Henderson, P. Van Meerbergen, D. Brown, H.L. Usher, J.P.
Bryant, S.E. White and C. Saunders (City Clerk).
ALSO PRESENT: T. Dobbie, J.P. Barber, B.
Coxhead, D. Gupta, M. Hayward, L. Livingstone, V. McAlea Major and L. Rowe.
1.
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Contract – Tim L.
Dobbie Ltd.
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve that as a procedural matter pursuant to section 239(6) of the Municipal
Act, 2001, the following recommendation be forwarded to City Council for
deliberation and a vote in public session:
That, on the recommendation of the Chief
Human Resources Officer, the engagement of Tim L. Dobbie Ltd. BE ENDORSED up to
a maximum of $75,000, exclusive of HST, for Tim L. Dobbie Consulting Ltd. to
provide external consulting support in relation to the matters outlined in the
confidential staff report dated July 24, 2012; it being noted that the funding
for expenses related to the aforementioned consulting assistance will be
accommodated from within the 2012 approved operating budget.
2.
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Queen Elizabeth
Scholarships
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve that, as a procedural matter pursuant to Section 239 (6) of the Municipal
Act, 2001, the following recommendation be forwarded City Council for
deliberation and a vote in public session:
That, on
the recommendation of the City Clerk and in accordance with Council Policy
1(3), the following students BE AWARDED 2012 Queen Elizabeth
Scholarships, in the amounts shown:
Ahjeong
Yeom H.B. Beal Secondary School 98.83% -
$2,000
Matthew
Ng A.B. Lucas Secondary School 98.17% - $2,000.
Motion
Passed
Motion
made by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve that the above recommendations from the
14th Report of the Committee of the Whole be adopted.
Motion
Passed
Motion
made by Councillor S. Orser and seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher, to Adjourn.
The
meeting adjourned at 12:34 AM on June 25, 2012.
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Joe
Fontana, Mayor
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Catharine
Saunders, City Clerk