I.

CALL TO ORDER

1.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.

II.

CONSENT ITEMS

2.

STAFF REPORT - Vital Services By-law - Air Conditioning

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the staff report dated January 23, 2018, related to the Vital Services By-law, air-conditioning, BE RECEIVED.(2018-P01)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

3.

STAFF REPORT - Business Licensing By-law - Technical Map Clarifications

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting of January 30, 2018, to:

a)         amend by-law L.-131-16 by deleting Schedule 2A in its entirety and replacing it with the attached Schedule 2A maps; and,

b)         amend by-law L.-131-16 by deleting Schedule 3A in its entirety and replacing it with the attached Schedule 3A maps. (2018-P09)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

4.

STAFF REPORT - Veterinary Services

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, related to veterinary services:

a)         the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 30, 2018 to:

i)         authorize the revised attached Service Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Tracy Satchell Professional Corporation; and,

ii)        authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and,

b)         the use of revenue generated through the Municipal Council resolution of October 17, 2017, related to the increase of pet license fees to provide the Veterinarian with the additional resource of a second Registered Veterinary Technician to meet the needs of the companion animal hospital BE APPROVED. (2018-P14)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

5.

STAFF REPORT - Vehicle for Hire By-law - Six Month Statistics

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on ridership and licensing statistics after a full year of implementation of the Vehicle for Hire By-law, April 2018. (2018-P09)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

6.

STAFF REPORT - Cost Apportionment Agreements for Land Ambulance, Ontario Works, Housing Services and Child Care

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, with the concurrence of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services and the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to the cost apportionment agreements between The Corporation of the City of London and The Corporation of the County of Middlesex:

a)         the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 30, 2018 to:

i)          authorize and approve a Land Ambulance Services Cost Apportionment Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and The Corporation of the County of Middlesex; and,

ii)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement;

b)         the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 30, 2018 to:

i)          authorize and approve an Ontario Works Services Cost Apportionment and Agency Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and The Corporation of the County of Middlesex; and,

ii)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement;

c)         the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 30, 2018 to:

i)          authorize and approve a Housing Services Cost Apportionment and CHPI Agency Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and The Corporation of the County of Middlesex; and,

ii)          authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement; and,

d)         the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 30, 2018 to:

i)          authorize and approve a Child Care Services Cost Apportionment and Agency Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and The Corporation of the County of Middlesex; and,

ii)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement. (2018-S04)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

7.

STAFF REPORT - Single Source, Spectrum Recreation Activity Guide  Design, Production, Advertising Sales and Distribution Services

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Parks and Recreation and the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 23, 2018, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 30, 2018, to:

a)         authorize and approve and Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Arcane Digital Incorporated to design, produce and sell advertising and to distribute the Spectrum Recreation and Activity Guide; and,

b)         authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement. (2018-F18)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

III.

SCHEDULED ITEMS

None.

IV.

ITEMS FOR DIRECTION

8.

COUNCIL MEMBER SUBMISSION - Crossing Guard  - Lord Roberts Public School Intersection of Maitland Street and Princess Avenue

That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to review and report back to the appropriate standing committee with respect to the Council Policy related to the warrant process for crossing guards in the City of London; it being noted that the communications related to a crossing guard request from Councillor T. Park, J. Gussack and S. Middleton were received.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

9.

Paul Haggis Park

That the communications from Councillor M. Salih, Anova and L. Paul, related to the name of Paul Haggis Park, BE RECEIVED. (2018-R04)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, P. Squire (4)

NAYS: M. Salih (1)

10.

1st Report of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (AWAC) from its meeting held on January 4, 2018:

a)         the following actions be taken with respect to the AWAC Work Plan:

i)          the attached 2018 Work Plan for the AWAC BE APPROVED; and,

ii)          the attached 2017 AWAC Work Plan summary BE RECEIVED;

b)         that J. MacKay, Ecologist, BE REQUESTED to report back at the next AWAC meeting with respect to the destruction/removal of a beaver lodge in West London, specifically with reference to the City of London Humane Urban Wildlife Conflict Policy;

c)         the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official BE REQUESTED to provide an update at a future meeting of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee with respect to the Municipal Council resolution adopted at its meeting held on January 31 and February 1, 2017, with respect to the request to consider an amendment to the Animal Control By-law (PH-3) to include in its exemptions, eligible, recognized rescue organizations for the following:

i)          Class 4 animals;

ii)          Class 5 animals;

iii)         Class 6 animals; and,

iv)        tortoises; and

d)         clauses 1 to 3, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

11.

1st Report of the Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee from its meeting held on December 14, 2017:

a)         that the following actions be taken with respect to the verbal update provided by L. Osbourne, on behalf of the Education and Awareness Sub-Committee:

i)          two copies of the Facilitators Training Guide prepared by the All Women Initiative BE PURCHASED; it being noted that the purchase price of the Guide is $40.00 plus tax; and,

ii)         up to $200.00 BE ALLOCATED from the 2018 Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee budget for Sub-Committee room bookings; it being noted that rooms and parking are not always available at City Hall;

b)         that A. Hamza BE APPOINTED as the Chair of the Policy and Planning Sub-Committee; it being noted that the new Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee members were encouraged to join the Sub-Committee;

c)         that the 11th Report of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee BE AMENDED in clause 6 to correct the spelling of L. Osbourne;

d)         that M. Mlotha BE REQUESTED to provide an update on Black History Month activities at the next meeting of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee;

e)         clause 11 BE REFERRED to the City Clerk for consideration; and,

f)          clauses 1 to 5 and 9, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

12.

2nd Report of the London Housing Advisory Committee

That the following actions be taken with respect to the 2nd Report of the London Housing Advisory Committee from its meeting held on January 10, 2018:

a)         the following actions be taken with respect to the proposed Regulation under the Planning Act, relating to Inclusionary Zoning:

i)          the Municipal Council BE ADVISED that the London Housing Advisory Committee supports Inclusionary Zoning in principle as a tool to advance affordable housing and the development of mixed income communities;

ii)         the Municipal Council BE ADVISED that the London Housing Advisory Committee expressed concerns over the draft regulations and their capacity to address affordable housing needs in London, specifically within the following provisions in the proposed regulatory areas:

A)        the proposed inclusionary zoning regulations do not apply to rental units (where there is the greatest need for affordable housing);

B)        the proposed five percent target for the “Unit Set Aside” is understood to be  lower than other jurisdictions with inclusionary zoning;

C)        the off-site provision for a proposed development or redevelopment being ready for occupancy no later than thirty-six (36) months after the transfer of the affordable units from the proposed principal development;

D)        the agreements that will be required to administer these regulations may be complex; and,

E)         the requirement for municipal contribution;

iii)         the Municipal Council BE ADVISED that the London Housing Advisory Committee would like to remain informed and involved in any future local decision making related to this proposed legislation and any associated local policies; and,

iv)        the above-noted London Housing Advisory Committee comments BE INCLUDED with the City of London submission to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, in response to the request for comments regarding the proposed regulations; and,

b)         clauses 1, 2 and 4 to 11, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

13.

STAFF REPORT - Administrative Monetary Penalties

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to prepare a business case on the implementation of a system of Administrative Monetary Penalties as an enforcement tool to address by-law violations, including but not limited to parking, licensing and property standards. (2018-P01)

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

V.

DEFERRED MATTERS/ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

14.

Deferred Matters List

That the January 2018 Deferred Matters List for the Community and Protective Services Committee BE UPDATED and BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

15.

(ADDED) PUBLIC SUBMISSION - Paratransit Zones and By-law Enforcement - J. Daunt

That the communication from J. Daunt with respect to Paratransit zones and by-law enforcement BE REFERRED to the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official for review, consultation with Mr. Daunt and potential enforcement action.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

16.

(ADDED) 1st Report of the Childcare Advisory Committee

That the 1st Report of the Childcare Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on January 16, 2018, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, B. Armstrong, V. Ridley, M. Salih, P. Squire (5)

VI.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 5:25 PM.