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Council
MINUTES
SIXTEENTH MEETING
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May 16, 2017
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The Council meets in Regular Session in the
Council Chambers this day at 4:01 PM.
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PRESENT: Mayor M. Brown and Councillors
van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P.
Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher and T. Park and C.
Saunders (City Clerk).
ABSENT: Councillors B. Armstrong and J.
Zaifman.
ALSO PRESENT: M. Hayward, B. Card, B.
Coxhead, S. Datars Bere, J.M. Fleming, K. Graham, A. Hagan, G.
Kostifas, L. Livingstone, N. MacDonald, M. Marcellin, V. McAlea Major, D.
O’Brien, A. Patis, A. Prince, L.M. Rowe, K. Scherr, S. Spring, A. Thompson
and B. Westlake-Power.
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At the beginning of the Meeting all Members
are present except Councillors B. Armstrong, S. Turner and J. Zaifman.
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Councillor T. Park discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 10 of the 11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy
Committee, having to do with rapid transit corridors, specifically as it relates
to any decision-making related to the Wellington Street and Wellington Road
South portion of the proposed “7” corridor by indicating that she owns property
within 150 metres of the Wellington Street portion of the proposed north-south
corridor and the “Shift London’s Rapid Transit Initiative Business Case”, dated
January 2017, suggests that properties within 500 metres of a rapid transit
route may see financial benefits from being located in close vicinity of the
route.
Councillor V. Ridley discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 10 of the 11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy
Committee, having to do with rapid transit corridors, specifically as it
relates to any decision-making related to the southern route of the proposed
Bus Rapid Transit plan, by indicating that her parents own property on that
corridor.
Councillor J. Morgan discloses a pecuniary
interest in clauses 10 of the 11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and
Policy Committee, having to do with the rapid transit corridors, specifically
as it relates to any decision-making regarding the northern route (both drafted
and contemplated) of the proposed Bus Rapid Transit plan, by indicating that he
is an employee at Western University and has recently become a member of the
Negotiating Committee for his bargaining association (Professional Managerial
Association).
Councillor S. Turner discloses a pecuniary
interest in clause 10 of the 11th Report of the Strategic Priorities
and Policy Committee, having to do with rapid transit corridors, specifically
as it relates to any decision-making related to the southern route of the
proposed Bus Rapid Transit plan, by indicating that he owns property in the
area. Councillor S. Turner further discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 16
of the 9th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee having to do with
the request by Brockley-Shaver Coalition to reschedule the June 15, 2017 public
participation meeting relating to the review of impacts from industrial sources
(focus on odour) and potential municipal actions, by indicating that his
employer has a regulatory role in this matter. Councillor S. Turner further
discloses a pecuniary interest in clause 3 of the 18th Report of the Corporate
Services Committee having to do with employee absenteeism 2016 by indicating
that the staff report makes reference to the Canadian Union of Public Employees
(CUPE) 101 employees and that some members of his employer’s staff are members
of CUPE 101.
None.
None.
Motion made by Councillor M. Salih and
seconded by Councillor M. van Holst to Approve that pursuant to section 7.4 of
the Council Procedure By-law the order of business be changed to provide Stage
XI – Enquires to be considered prior to Stage IV – Council, In Closed Session.
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
Councillor M. Salih enquires with respect to
a matter pertaining to personal matters, including municipal employees of one
of the Corporation’s associations, with respect to employment related matters,
litigation or potential litigation, advice that is subject to solicitor-client
privilege and communications necessary for those purposes, advice or
recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation, including
communications necessary for those purposes and for the purposes of providing
instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation.
Motion made by Councillor M. Salih and
seconded by Councillor M. van Holst to Approve that pursuant to section 11.4
of the Council Procedure By-law, leave be given to bring forward a
substantive motion.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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Motion made by Councillor M. Salih and
seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve that the following additional
matter be considered during the Council, In Closed Session:
A matter pertaining to personal matters,
including municipal employees of one of the Corporation’s associations, with
respect to employment related matters, litigation or potential litigation,
advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege and communications
necessary for those purposes, advice or recommendations of officers and
employees of the Corporation, including communications necessary for those
purposes and for the purposes of providing instructions and directions to
officers and employees of the Corporation.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that Council rise and go into
Council, In Closed Session for the purpose of considering the following
matters:
a) (ADDED)
A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding
identifiable individuals, including municipal employees, with respect to
employment related matters, advice or recommendations of officers and employees
of the Corporation including communications necessary for that purpose and for
the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees
of the Corporation. (C-1/11/SPPC)
b) (ADDED)
A matter pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual with
respect to employment-related matters and advice and recommendations of
officers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary
for that purpose. (C-2/11/SPPC)
c) (ADDED)
A matter pertaining to personal matters, including municipal employees of one
of the Corporation’s associations, with respect to employment related matters,
litigation or potential litigation, advice that is subject to solicitor-client
privilege and communications necessary for those purposes, advice or
recommendations of officers and employees of the Corporation, including
communications necessary for those purposes and for the purposes of providing
instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation.
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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The Council rises and goes into the
Council, In Closed Session, at 4:18 PM, with Mayor M. Brown in the Chair and
all Members present except Councillors B. Armstrong, S. Turner and J. Zaifman.
At 5:10 PM. Councillor S. Turner enters the
meeting.
The Council, In Closed Session, rises at 5:16
PM and Council reconvenes at 5:18 PM, with Mayor M. Brown in the Chair and
all Members present except Councillors B. Armstrong, M. Cassidy, P.
Hubert and J. Zaifman.
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At 5:19 PM Councillor M. Cassidy enters the
meeting.
Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve the Minutes of the Fifteenth
meeting held on May 2, 2017.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor T. Park to Approve receipt and referral of the
following Communications, as noted on the Agenda:
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1.
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SHIFT Rapid Transit
(Refer to the Strategic Priorities and
Policies Committee Stage for Consideration with Clause 3 of the 10th Report
of the Strategic Priorities and Policies Committee )
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
At 5:20 PM Councillor P. Hubert enters the
meeting.
Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor A. Hopkins to Approve that pursuant to section 7.4 of
the Council Procedure By-law, the order of business be changed to permit
clause 10 of the 11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
to be considered at this time.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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11th Report of the Strategic Priorities and
Policy Committee
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Councillor A. Hopkins
presents.
Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve clause 10.
That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with the
concurrence of the City Manager, the following actions be taken with respect
to the rapid transit initiative:
a) the
King Street/Queens Avenue couplet system BE APPROVED as the preferred
downtown east-west corridors;
b) the
Richmond Street corridor BE APPROVED as the preferred northern corridor
through the downtown;
c) an
at-grade level crossing at the CP Railway with dedicated bus lanes BE
APPROVED as the preferred cross section on the Richmond Street corridor at
this time;
d) alternative
methods to separate both automobile and transit vehicles from the railway in
the downtown (for example, a tunnel or grade separation, etc.) BE EVALUATED
for long term implementation, noting that this evaluation would be subject to
a separate assessment and future business case for implementation;
e) staff
BE AUTHORIZED to contact the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) to request
they facilitate discussion between CP and CN Rail in order to negotiate an
agreement for CP operations to relocate and merge onto the CN operational
tracks within the City of London limits;
f) the
Bus Rapid Transit Network, with the above noted modifications BE APPROVED as
the preferred alternative for the completion of the Rapid Transit Master
Plan, as the basis for the updated Business Case and the undertaking of a
Transit Project Assessment Process (as per Regulation 231/08);
g) subject
to the approval of c), the implementation of the Adelaide Street / CP railway
grade separation BE CONSIDERED a necessary element of the rapid transit
system and a request for funding under the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund
Phase II program be advanced;
h) options
to support Back to the River and service to Via and the Airport be explored
further during the Transit Project Assessment Process;
i)
Civic
Administration BE DIRECTED to report back with a communications plan for bus
rapid transit; and
j) the
attached presentation from the Managing Director, Environmental and
Engineering Services and City Engineer, the staff report dated May 15, 2017
and the added communications from Councillor J. Zaifman, B. Meehan, Executive
Director, Museum London, C. Richards, D. Sylvester, Principal, King’s
University College and B. Brock BE RECEIVED.
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part a) of clause 10:
a) the
King Street/Queens Avenue couplet system BE APPROVED as the preferred
downtown east-west corridors;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T.
Park (10)
NAYS: M. Salih, P. Squire, S. Turner (3)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part b) of clause 10:
b) the
Richmond Street corridor BE APPROVED as the preferred northern corridor
through the downtown;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P.
Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (9)
NAYS: M. van Holst, M. Salih, P. Squire (3)
RECUSED: J. Morgan (1)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part c) of clause 10:
c) an
at-grade level crossing at the CP Railway with dedicated bus lanes BE
APPROVED as the preferred cross section on the Richmond Street corridor at
this time;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. Cassidy, P. Hubert, A.
Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (7)
NAYS: M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, P.
Squire, S. Turner (5)
RECUSED: J. Morgan (1)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part d) of clause 10:
d) alternative
methods to separate both automobile and transit vehicles from the railway in
the downtown (for example, a tunnel or grade separation, etc.) BE EVALUATED
for long term implementation; it being noted that this evaluation would be
subject to a separate assessment and future business case for implementation;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
RECUSED: J. Morgan (1)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part e) of clause 10:
e) staff
BE AUTHORIZED to contact the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) to request
they facilitate discussion between CP and CN Rail in order to negotiate an
agreement for CP operations to relocate and merge onto the CN operational
tracks within the City of London limits.
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins and
seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve that part e) of clause 10 be
amended to read as follows:
e) the Civic
Administration BE AUTHORIZED to work with appropriate parties, including the
Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) to request they facilitate discussion
between CP and CN Rail in order to negotiate an agreement for CP operations to
relocate and merge onto the CN operational tracks within the City of London limits;
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins and
seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve part e) of clause 10, as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins Approve
part f) of clause 10 as it relates to the Richmond Corridor: north of Queens
Avenue.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. Cassidy, P. Hubert, A.
Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (8)
NAYS: M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer,
P. Squire (4)
RECUSED: J. Morgan (1)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part f) of clause 10 as it relates to the South Corridor: Wellington
Road south of King Street regardless of King Street or couplet.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, H.L. Usher (8)
NAYS: M. van Holst, P. Squire (2)
RECUSED: V. Ridley, S. Turner, T. Park (3)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part f) of clause 10 as it relates to the East Corridor: east of
Wellington Street to Fanshawe College.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher,
T. Park (11)
NAYS: M. van Holst, P. Squire (2)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part f) of clause 10 as it relates to the West Corridor: west of the
Thames River to Wonderland Commercial Area.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
NAYS: P. Squire (1)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part g) of clause 10:
g) subject
to the approval of c), the implementation of the Adelaide Street / CP railway
grade separation BE CONSIDERED a necessary element of the rapid transit
system and a request for funding under the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund
Phase II program BE ADVANCED;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner, H.L.
Usher, T. Park (11)
NAYS: J. Helmer (1)
RECUSED: J. Morgan (1)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part h) of clause 10:
h) options
to support Back to the River and service to Via and the Airport BE EXPLORED
further during the Transit Project Assessment Process;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
NAYS: P. Squire (1)
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Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and
seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that part i) of clause 10 be
amended to read as follows:
i)
the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back with a communications plan
for bus rapid transit; it being noted that the communications plan should
include multiple, diverse options to reach as many Londoners as possible and
be an active (rather than passive) communications strategy;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins and
seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve part i), as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve part j) of clause 10:
j) the
attached presentation from the Managing Director, Environmental and
Engineering Services and City Engineer, the staff report dated May 15, 2017
and the added communications from Councillor J. Zaifman, B. Meehan, Executive
Director, Museum London, C. Richards, D. Sylvester, Principal, King’s
University College and B. Brock BE RECEIVED.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and
seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that clause 10 be amended by
adding the following new part k):
k)
the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to work with the London Transit
Commission (LTC) Administration and the RTIWG to communicate to the public,
the preliminary framework for a future LTC network and how it supports the
rapid transit network.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and
seconded by Councillor A. Hopkins to Approve part k) of clause 10, as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 10, as amended, reads as follows:
“That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with the
concurrence of the City Manager, the following actions be taken with respect to
the rapid transit initiative:
a) the King
Street/Queens Avenue couplet system BE APPROVED as the preferred downtown
east-west corridors;
b) the
Richmond Street corridor BE APPROVED as the preferred northern corridor through
the downtown;
c) an
at-grade level crossing at the CP Railway with dedicated bus lanes BE APPROVED
as the preferred cross section on the Richmond Street corridor at this time;
d) alternative
methods to separate both automobile and transit vehicles from the railway in
the downtown (for example, a tunnel or grade separation, etc.) BE EVALUATED for
long term implementation, noting that this evaluation would be subject to a
separate assessment and future business case for implementation;
e) the Civic
Administration BE AUTHORIZED to work with appropriate parties, including the
Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) to request they facilitate discussion
between CP and CN Rail in order to negotiate an agreement for CP operations to
relocate and merge onto the CN operational tracks within the City of London
limits;
f) the Bus
Rapid Transit Network, with the above-noted modifications BE APPROVED as the
preferred alternative for the completion of the Rapid Transit Master Plan, as
the basis for the updated Business Case and the undertaking of a Transit
Project Assessment Process (as per Regulation 231/08);
g) subject to
the approval of c), the implementation of the Adelaide Street / CP railway
grade separation BE CONSIDERED a necessary element of the rapid transit system
and a request for funding under the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund Phase II
program be advanced;
h) options to
support Back to the River and service to Via and the Airport be explored
further during the Transit Project Assessment Process;
i)
the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back with a communications plan for
bus rapid transit; it being noted that the communications plan should include
multiple, diverse options to reach as many Londoners as possible and be an
active (rather than passive) communications strategy;
j) the attached presentation from the
Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer,
the staff report dated May 15, 2017 and the added communications from
Councillor J. Zaifman, B. Meehan, Executive Director, Museum London, C.
Richards, D. Sylvester, Principal, King’s University College and B. Brock BE
RECEIVED; and,
k) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to work
with the London Transit Commission (LTC) Administration and the RTIWG to communicate
to the public, the preliminary framework for a future LTC network and how it
supports the rapid transit network.”
None.
Councillor P. Hubert
presents.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 1 and 2.
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary
interests disclosed.
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Corporate Services and Chief Human Resources Officer, the staff
report dated May 9, 2017 regarding corporate human rights and Code of Conduct
inquiries, requests, complaints and training initiatives BE RECEIVED for
information.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clause 3.
That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Corporate Services and Chief Human Resources Officer, the staff
report dated May 9, 2017 regarding employee absenteeism in 2016 BE RECEIVED
for information.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
RECUSED: S. Turner (1)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve
clause 4.
That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Corporate Services & Chief Human Resources Officer, the staff
report dated May 9, 2017 regarding workplace diversity and inclusion activities
BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted that the Corporate Services
Committee heard the attached presentation from the Specialist II,
Organizational Development and the Specialist II, Organizational Development
(Workplace Diversity & Inclusion), with respect to this matter.
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Motion made by Councillor M. Salih and
seconded by Mayor M. Brown to Approve that clause 4 be amended by adding the
following new part b):
b) the Civic Administration BE
DIRECTED to initiate an on-going process of data collection (metrics) for new
hires at the City of London, by means of voluntary self-disclosure to assist
with the collection of demographic information within the Corporation
workforce, with the information to be reported out quarterly; it being noted
that this process is expected to be similar to the process currently utilized
by the London Police Services;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor M. Salih to Approve clause 4, as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 4, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the following actions be taken with
respect to workplace diversity and inclusion activities:
a) the staff report dated May 9, 2017 entitled
“Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Activities”, BE RECEIVED for information;
and,
b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to
initiate an on-going process of data collection (metrics) for new hires at the
City of London, by means of voluntary self-disclosure to assist with the collection
of demographic information within the Corporation workforce, with the
information to be reported out quarterly; it being noted that this process is
expected to be similar to the process currently utilized by the London Police
Services;
it
being further noted that the Corporate Services Committee heard the attached
presentation from the Specialist II, Organizational Development (Workplace
Diversity & Inclusion),with respect to this matter.”
Motion
made by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve clause 5.
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That the Appleseed Cider Festival, to be
held on Saturday, June 24, 2017 from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at Hassan Law
Gallery, 142 Dundas Street and, subject to obtaining the necessary approvals,
also at an adjacent street closure on Dundas Street as per the attached
diagram, BE DESIGNATED as a municipally significant event.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, T. Park (12)
NAYS: H.L. Usher (1)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clause 6.
That the following one-time allocations
from the Community Investment Reserve Fund to the Canada 150 Celebrations, to
cover the funding shortfall related to the grant application submitted to the
Federal Government for local Canada 150 celebrations, BE APPROVED:
a) an
amount equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $135,270 for the
following projects:
i) Fanshawe
Pioneer Village – Dominion Day ($3,150);
ii) London
Regional Children’s Museum ($1,700);
iii) London
Heritage Council ($20,700);
iv) Canada
150 London ($48,045):
v) Eldon
House ($9,350);
vi) East
London ($3,000);
vii) Museum
London ($4,000); and
viii) London
Celebrates Canada – Harris Park ($45,325);
b) an
amount equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $25,000 for the Hyde
Park Business Improvement Area; and
c) an
amount equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $10,000 for the
Chippewas of the Thames.
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor J. Morgan to Approve that part b) of clause 6 be
amended by deleting the amount of “$25,000” and by replacing it with the
amount of “$6,400”.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor J. Morgan to Approve part a) and part b), as amended,
of clause 6.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L.
Usher, T. Park (11)
NAYS: J. Helmer, S. Turner (2)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve part c).
c) an
amount equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $10,000 for the
Chippewas of the Thames.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, T. Park (12)
NAYS: H.L. Usher (1)
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Clause 6, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the following one-time allocations from
the Community Investment Reserve Fund to the Canada 150 Celebrations, to cover
the funding shortfall related to the grant application submitted to the Federal
Government for local Canada 150 celebrations, BE APPROVED:
a) an
amount equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $135,270 for the
following projects:
i) Fanshawe
Pioneer Village – Dominion Day ($3,150);
ii) London
Regional Children’s Museum ($1,700);
iii) London
Heritage Council ($20,700);
iv) Canada 150
London ($48,045):
v) Eldon
House ($9,350);
vi) East
London ($3,000);
vii) Museum
London ($4,000); and
viii) London
Celebrates Canada – Harris Park ($45,325);
b) an
amount equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $6,400 for the Hyde Park
Business Improvement Area; and
c) an amount
equal to the funding shortfall in the amount of $10,000 for the Chippewas of
the Thames.”
Motion made by Councillor T. Park and
Seconded by Councillor M. van Holst to Approve that Council recess.
Motion Passed
Council recesses at 6:52 PM and reconvenes at
7:29 PM, with Mayor M. Brown in the Chair and all Members present except
Councillors, B. Armstrong and J. Zaifman.
Councillor M. van
Holst presents.
Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst to
Approve clauses 1 to 21, excluding clauses 11, 13 and 15.
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary
interests were disclosed.
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the purchase of a replacement pump
for the Wonderland Pumping Station (PS):
a) the
quotation submitted by Xylem Inc. at its price of $85,320.50, including
freight but excluding H.S.T., for one replacement pump for use at the
Wonderland Pumping Station BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that this is a single
source purchase in accordance with Section 14.4 (d) 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 appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix
'A';
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this project;
d) the
approvals given herein BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a
formal contract; 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. (2017-E07)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the award of a contract for the
construction of the Gordon Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation:
a) the
proposal submitted by LiquiForce Services at its price of $1,587,690.74,
excluding H.S.T., for the Gordon Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation project BE
ACCEPTED; it being noted that their submission meets the City's
specifications and requirements in all areas and was the best rated proposal
using the price-per-point evaluation system and was the low bid;
b) the
financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing
Report appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix 'A';
c) Dillon
Consulting Limited BE AUTHORIZED to carry out the resident inspection and
contract administration for the said project in accordance with the estimate,
on file, at an amount of $51,150.00, excluding H.S.T, in accordance with
Clause 15.2 (g) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;
d) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this project;
e) the
approvals given herein 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 (RFP 17-02); 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
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the construction grading contract
for Phase 1 of the Fox Hollow Stormwater Management Facility #3 project
(ES3020-FH3):
a) the
Fox Hollow Stormwater Management Facility #3/Outlet Channel and Area Grading
Contract (Tender No. T16-47) with 560789 Ontario Limited o/a R & M
Construction, BE INCREASED from $1,624,336.80 by $350,000.00 to
$1,974,336.80, excluding H.S.T., in accordance with Section 20.3 (e) of the
Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;
b) the
financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing
Report appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix 'A';
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this project;
d) the
approval given herein 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 No. T16-47); 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..
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the staff
report dated May 9, 2017 entitled Changes to the Waste Discharge By-law WM-16
and the Wastewater and Storm water By-law WM-28 Report BE REFERRED back to
the Civic Administration, for further review. (2017-E07)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director of Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the Grants for Sump Pump, Sewage
Ejector, and Storm Private Drain Connection By-law:
a) the
proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix
‘A’ BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council Meeting on May 16, 2017, to repeal
and replace the existing Grants for Sump Pump, Sewage Ejector, and Storm
Private Drain Connection By-law A-7015-285 in order to reflect the following
changes to the grants available for owners of single detached, semi-detached,
and duplex dwellings deemed eligible to participate in the grant program,
subject to funding being available in the yearly budget allocation for this
purpose:
i) a
splitting of costs between the property owner, condominium corporation, or
non-profit housing co-operative and the City such that the City would pay
nine tenths of the construction costs up to certain upset limits;
ii) a
loan which the property owner, condominium corporation, or non-profit housing
co-operative has the option of obtaining from the City in order to pay for
their portion of the construction costs with such loan not to cover any
unrelated renovation works;
iii) updates
to the upset limit amounts, which were last adjusted in September, 2013;
iv) item
i) above to be retroactive to applicants that have been approved for the
basement flooding grant program funding on or after January 1, 2017; it being
noted that if applicants have already received a grant payment they will
receive an additional grant payment equal to the difference between what they
would have been approved for given the new 90% grant funding and increased
upset limits, and their received grant payment amount; and, if applicants
have not yet received a grant payment they will receive a payment under the
updated grant funding structure;
v) in
order to be eligible for the program, quotes for the proposed construction
works must be obtained directly from a licensed bona fide plumbing
contractor, not a 3rd party representative;
vi) property
owners who install a sump pump and backwater valve through the grant program
are also eligible to receive grant funding for sump pump battery backup
systems;
vii) residential
properties which don’t have weeping tiles (foundation drains) connected to
City storm or sanitary sewers are eligible for grant funding for backwater
valves if the property is in an area that is susceptible to basement flooding
due to sanitary sewer surcharging;
viii) some
residents may qualify for backwater valve alarms under the grant program,
depending on the type of alarm installed and the City’s need to obtain
backwater valve data for the area;
ix) a
backwater valve installation is required in order to receive grant funding
for disconnecting weeping tiles and installing a sump pump;
x) where
the distance from the discharge point of an installed sump pump to a City
sidewalk, road, or neighbouring property is less than four metres, or at the
City Engineer’s discretion (depending on lot grading and soil type), a Storm
Private Drain Connection is required to be installed in order to receive
grant funding for disconnecting weeping tiles and installing a sump pump;
xi) homes
which have a reverse grade driveway and have private catch basins connected
to the sanitary sewer are eligible to receive grant funding for the
disconnection of the catch basin from the sanitary sewer, and installation of
a sump pump and a storm private drain connection;
xii) condominium
corporations and non-profit housing cooperatives are only eligible for grant
funding if their weeping tiles are or will be disconnected from the City’s
sanitary sewers;
xiii) condominium
corporations and non-profit housing cooperatives are only eligible for grant
funding for the individual units having works completed to them or receive a
direct benefit from the works (such as grading), not the total number of
units in the condominium block; and,
xiv) the
City may advance 100% of the grant and loan amounts to the plumbing
contractor who completes the construction works for the applicant owner(s),
condominium corporation, or non-profit housing cooperative upon receipt of an
invoice for the completed construction works and confirmation that a plumbing
permit has been issued and passed in full. (2017-D03/F11A)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the appointment of a Consulting
Engineer for the following 2017 Infrastructure Renewal Projects; Waterloo St
Reconstruction, Trowbridge Ave Reconstruction:
a)
the
following Consulting Engineering firms BE AUTHORIZED to carry out the
contract administration services, including geotechnical services for the
projects, at the upset amounts identified below, 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 (g) of the City of London’s Procurement of
Goods and Services Policy:
i) Waterloo
St Reconstruction: Stantec Consulting Ltd. (Stantec), in the amount of
$148,936.90, including contingency, excluding H.S.T.;
ii) Trowbridge
Ave Reconstruction: Dillon Consulting Ltd. (Dillon), in the amount of
$227,573.50, including contingency, excluding H.S.T.;
b) the
financing for the work identified in a) above, BE APPROVED in accordance with
the Source of Financing report appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017
as Appendix 'A';
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this these approvals;
d) the
approvals given herein BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a
formal contract or issuing a purchase order for the work to be done; 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. (2017-T04)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the award of a contract to EMCO
Corporation Waterworks for the installation of water meters:
a) a
contract with EMCO Corporation Waterworks BE APPROVED for the installation of
water meters, at an estimated value of $1,630,000.00, plus H.S.T.; it being
noted that this proposal is the successful proponent of RFP 17-03;
b) a
purchase order with London Hydro BE APPROVED for the integration of data
services between London Hydro’s SAP Customer Information System and EMCO
Corporation’s Work Order Management System, at an estimated value of
$150,000.00;
c) the
funding for these purchases BE APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing
Report appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix 'A';
d) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with these contracts;
e) the
approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a
formal contract or issuing purchase orders relating to the subject matter of
this approval; 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. (2017-E08)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the Clarke Road Widening
Environmental Assessment:
a) Stantec
Consulting Ltd. BE APPOINTED Consulting Engineers for the project in the
amount of $212,653.00, excluding H.S.T., in accordance with Section 15.2(e)
of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;
b) the
financing for this project BE APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of
Financing Report appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix
'A';
c) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts
that are necessary in connection with this project;
d) the
approvals given herein BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a
formal contract with the Consultant for the work; 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. (2017-T04)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to the purchase of a street sweeper
and sidewalk sweeper:
a) approval
BE GIVEN to exercise the single source provisions section 14.4 (d)(e) of the
Procurement of Goods and Services Policy for two fleet equipment purchases at
a cost greater than $50,000.00;
b) the
Single Source negotiated price BE ACCEPTED to purchase one (1) Ravo 5 iSeries
Vacuum Street Sweeper for a total estimated price of $274,109.00, excluding
H.S.T., from Cubex Ltd.;
c) the
Single Source negotiated price BE ACCEPTED to purchase one (1) MadVac LS100
Sidewalk Sweeper at a total estimated price of $94,429.00, excluding H.S.T.,
from Joe Johnson Equipment Inc. (JJEI);
d) the
funding for these purchases BE APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing
Report appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix 'B',
conditional upon satisfactory terms and conditions being negotiated and
approved;
e) the
Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts that
are necessary in connection with this purchase, including the reallocation of
the necessary capital funds; and,
f) the
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. (2017-F17)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to closing part of Hyde Park Road
north of Dyer Drive:
a) the
closing of part of Hyde Park Road being part of Lots 24 and 25, Concession 5
and part of the original road allowance between Lots 24 and 25, Concession 5
in the geographic Township of London, now in the City of London and County of
Middlesex, designated as Part 1 on Plan 33R-19761, BE APPROVED; and,
b) the
proposed by-law, appended to the staff report dated May 9, 2017 as Appendix
‘A’ closing Hyde Park Road, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to
be held on May 16, 2017. (2017-T09)
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That the 5th Report of the Transportation
Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on April 25, 2017, BE RECEIVED
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That the communication dated April 24,
2017, from Councillor V. Ridley, with respect to her absence from the Civic
Works Committee Meeting held May 9, 2017, BE RECEIVED.
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That the Civic Works Committee Deferred
Matters List, as of May 2nd, 2017, BE RECEIVED.
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That the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED
to review and report back with respect to current drainage issues and long
term solutions for the bridge located at the Highbury Avenue extension.
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That the attached request from
Councillor M. van Holst with respect to the use of an agile and low impact
strategy for the roll out of the Bus Rapid Transit Strategy BE REFERRED to
the Rapid Transit Implementation Working Group for consideration.
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That it BE NOTED that Councillor B.
Armstrong advised staff of concerns with respect to basement flooding in
homes located on the east side of Third Street at the CP Crossing and
enquired about possible solutions to assist the affected homeowners.
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That it BE NOTED that Councillor J. Helmer
enquired what the process was for requesting that the CP Railroad lines be
relocated from the Downtown. The Director, Roads and Transportation advised
that he would arrange for a copy of a letter from CP Rail with respect to
this matter to be posted on the FAQ website.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S.
Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst to
Approve clause 11.
That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the
following actions be taken with respect to Vision Zero and the City of London
Road Safety Strategy:
a) the
Vision Zero Principles described in the staff report dated May 9, 2017 BE
ADOPTED; and,
b) the
2016 Status Report for the London Road Safety Strategy BE RECEIVED for
information. (2017-T08)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst to
Approve clause 13.
That the attached revised proposed
by-law, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 16,
2017 for the purpose of amending the Traffic and Parking By-law (PS-113); it
being noted that the Civic Works Committee members were provided with the attached
briefing note with respect to this matter; it being further noted that the
section in the original proposed by-law pertaining to Wilkins Street has been
referred back to the Civic Administration for further review; it being also
noted that Section 5 - Pedestrian Crossover was amended from “Hamilton Road -
80 m west of Meadowlily Road N.” to “Hamilton Road - 80 m east of Meadowlily
Road N.” (2017-T02)
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve that clause 13 be amended to read
as follows:
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That the attached further revised
proposed by-law, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on
May 16, 2017 for the purpose of amending the Traffic and Parking By-law
(PS-113); it being noted that the Civic Works Committee members were provided
with the attached briefing note with respect to this matter; it being further
noted that the section in the original proposed by-law pertaining to Wilkins
Street has been referred back to the Civic Administration for further review;
it being also noted that Section 5 - Pedestrian Crossover was amended from
“Hamilton Road - 80 m west of Meadowlily Road N.” to “Hamilton Road - 80 m east
of Meadowlily Road N.; it being further noted that Section 5 – Pedestrians
Crossover was further amended to reflect “Huron Street – 122 m east of
Wedgewood Drive”. (2017-T02)
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve clause 13, as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 13, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the attached further revised
proposed by-law, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on
May 16, 2017 for the purpose of amending the Traffic and Parking By-law
(PS-113); it being noted that the Civic Works Committee members were provided
with the attached briefing note with respect to this matter; it being
further noted that the section in the original proposed by-law pertaining to
Wilkins Street has been referred back to the Civic Administration for further
review; it being also noted that Section 5 - Pedestrian Crossover was amended
from “Hamilton Road - 80 m west of Meadowlily Road N.” to “Hamilton Road - 80 m
east of Meadowlily Road N.; it being further noted that Section 5 – Pedestrians
Crossover was further amended to reflect “Huron Street – 122 m east of
Wedgewood Drive”. (2017-T02)”
Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst to
Approve clause 15.
That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 5th Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee, from its meeting
held on April 19, 2017:
a) the
Municipal Council, in collaboration with the Cycling Advisory Committee, BE
REQUESTED to consider providing its support, in principle, to the Federal
Active Transportation Strategy; it being noted that a communication dated
April 13, 2017, from J. Varga-Toth, Canada Bikes, J. Hilland, the National
Active and Safe Routes to School Working Group and C. Maynes, Canada Walks
(Green Communities Canada), was received with respect to this matter;
b) the
attached 2017 Cycling Advisory Committee work plan BE FORWARDED to the
Municipal Council for consideration; and,
c) clauses 1 through 6, clause 8
and clause 10, BE RECEIVED.
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve amend part b) of clause 13 to
read as follows:
b) the attached 2017 Work
Plan for the Cycling Advisory Committee BE APPROVED.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve clause 15, as amended.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 15, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 5th Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee, from its meeting
held on April 19, 2017:
a) the
Municipal Council, in collaboration with the Cycling Advisory Committee, BE
REQUESTED to consider providing its support, in principle, to the Federal
Active Transportation Strategy; it being noted that a communication dated April
13, 2017, from J. Varga-Toth, Canada Bikes, J. Hilland, the National Active and
Safe Routes to School Working Group and C. Maynes, Canada Walks (Green
Communities Canada), was received with respect to this matter;
b) the
attached 2017 Cycling Advisory Committee work plan BE APPROVED; and,
c) clauses 1 through 6, clause 8 and
clause 10, BE RECEIVED.”
Councillor T. Park
presents.
Motion made by Councillor T. Park to
Approve clauses 1 to 15, excluding clauses 12 and 14.
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That it BE NOTED that Councillor S. Turner
disclosed a pecuniary interest in clause 16 of this Report having to do with
the request by the Brockley-Shaver Coalition to reschedule the June 15, 2017
public participation meeting relating to the review of impacts from
industrial sources (focus on odour) and potential municipal actions, by
indicating that his employer has a regulatory role in this matter.
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 4th Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning
Advisory Committee from its meeting held on April 20, 2017:
a)
the
Fulbright Canada RBC Eco-Leadership Grant discussion BE POSTPONED to the June
22, 2017 Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee meeting to
allow Mr. J. Stinziano an opportunity to provide input on this matter;
b)
the
Committee Secretary BE REQUESTED to place the 2017 Environmental and
Ecological Planning Advisory Committee Work Plan on every Agenda;
c)
R.
Trudeau BE APPOINTED as the Alternate Representative to the Lower Dingman
Trails Advisory Group; it being noted that the EEPAC currently has a
Representative on the Lower Dingman Trails Advisory Group;
d)
the
Animal Welfare Advisory Committee BE REQUESTED to consider a public education
initiative with respect to asking people to not feed birds bread; it being
noted that the EEPAC Members have noticed people feeding birds bread on
several occasions in park areas; and,
e) clauses 1 to 7, 9 to 11, 13, 15,
16 and 17, BE RECEIVED.
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That, on the recommendation of the Senior
Planner, Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to
entering into a subdivision agreement between The Corporation of the City of
London and Speyside East Corporation and Topping Family Farms, for the
subdivision of land over Part of Lot 76, East of the North Branch of the
Talbot Road, (Geographic Township of Westminster), City of London, County of
Middlesex, situated on the north side of Pack Road, east of Settlement Trail
and south of Old Garrison Boulevard, municipally known as 3105 Bostwick Road:
a) the
Special Provisions, to be contained in a Subdivision Agreement between The
Corporation of the City of London and Speyside East Corporation and Topping
Family Farms, for the Talbot Village Subdivision, Phase 5 (39T-14506)
appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017 as Schedule “A”, BE APPROVED;
b) the
applicant BE ADVISED that the Director, Development Finance, has summarized
the claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017 as
Schedule “B”;
c) the
financing for eligible works associated with 39T-14506 BE APPROVED as set out
in the Source of Financing Report appended to the staff report dated May 8,
2017 as Schedule “C”;
d) the
Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute this Agreement, any
amending agreements and all documents required to fulfill its conditions;
and,
e) the
Municipal Council BE ADVISED that the Civic Administration have reviewed the
North Talbot Community Plan and have determined that no changes are
considered necessary at this time. (2017-D12)
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That, on the recommendation of the Manager,
Development Services and Planning Liaison, based on the application of
Claybar Developments Inc., relating to the properties located at 2244, 2252 and
2258 Wateroak Drive, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated
May 8, 2017, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May
16, 2017 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 Residential
R1 (h.*R1-4) Zone TO a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone to remove the h. holding
provision from these lands. (2017-D09)
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That, on the recommendation of the Manager
of Development Services and Planning Liaison, based on the application of Old
Oak Properties Limited, relating to the property located at 200 Villagewalk
Boulevard, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 8,
2017, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 16,
2017 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan),
to change the zoning FROM a Holding Residential R6 Special Provision/
Residential R7 Special Provision/ Office Special Provision
(h-5*h-53*h-99*h-100*R6-5 (26)/R7 (10)/OF (1)) Zone TO a Residential R6
Special Provision/ Residential R7 Special Provision/ Office Special Provision
(R6-5 (26)/R7 (10)/OF (1)) Zone to remove the holding “h-5”, “h-53”, “h-99”
and “h-100” holding provisions. (2017-D09)
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That, on the recommendation of the Manager,
Development Services and Planning Liaison, the following actions be taken
with respect to entering into a subdivision agreement between The Corporation
of the City of London and Colonel Talbot Developments Inc., for the
subdivision municipally referred to as 3924-4138 Colonel Talbot Road;
a) the
Land Acquisition Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and
Colonel Talbot Developments Inc. – Phase 1 (39T-12503) appended to the staff
report dated May 8, 2017 as Schedule “A”, BE APPROVED;
b) the
applicant BE ADVISED that the Director, Development Finance, has summarized
the claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017 as
Schedule “B”;
c) the
financing for eligible works associated with this agreement (39T-12503) BE
APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing Report appended to the staff
report dated May 8, 2017 as Schedule “C”;
d) the
Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute this Agreement, any
amending agreements and all documents required to fulfill its conditions. (2017-D12)
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That, on the recommendation of the Manager,
Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to entering
into a subdivision agreement between The Corporation of the City of London
and 2219008 Ontario Limited (aka York Developments) for the subdivision
municipally referred to as 3493 Colonel Talbot Road:
a) the
Land Acquisition Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and
2219008 Ontario Limited (York Developments) (39T-14504), appended to the
staff report dated May 8, 2017 as Schedule “A”, BE APPROVED;
b) the
applicant BE ADVISED that the Director, Development Finance, has summarized
the claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017 as
Schedule “B”;
c) the
financing for eligible works associated with this agreement (39T-14504) BE
APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing Report appended to the staff
report dated May 8, 2017 as Schedule “C”; and,
d) the
Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute this Agreement, any
amending agreements and all documents required to fulfill its conditions. (2017-D12)
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That, on the recommendation of the Senior
Planner, Development Planning, based on the application of Highland Green
London Inc., relating to land located at 185 and 191 Commissioners Road West,
the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017 BE
INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 16, 2017 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 Residential R1 Special
Provision (h.R1-8(6)) Zone and Holding Residential R1 Special Provision
(h.R1-8(7)) Zone TO a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-8(6)) Zone and
Residential R1 Special Provision R1-8(7)) to remove the “h.” holding
provision. (2017-D09)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer and
City Manager:
a) the
proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017, to designate
an area as an improvement area in accordance section 204 of the Municipal
Act, 2001 BE APPROVED IN PRINCIPLE; and,
b) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to proceed with issuing notices in
accordance with section 210 of the Municipal Act, 2001 to every person who,
on the last returned assessment roll, is assessed for ratable property that
is in a prescribed business property class which is located in the proposed
improvement area. (2017-D19)
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 5th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from
its meeting held on April 12, 2017:
a)
the
Civic Administration BE ADVISED that, in the opinion of the London Advisory
Committee on Heritage (LACH), the application by Rygar Corporation Inc.,
relating to the properties located at 150 Dundas Street and 153 Carling
Street, does not have any adverse impacts to the on-site heritage resources;
it being noted that given the premiere location, the Heritage Impact
Statement does not adequately address the following impacts to downtown
heritage resources:
·
first
story articulation, including transparency of first floor glass, and a
smaller scale, pedestrian-friendly scale, in keeping with the Downtown
Heritage Conservation District;
·
more
significant design characteristics of the entire tower with more attention
paid to the top in order to make it a skyline feature; and,
·
a
podium setback of 5 metres, increased from 3 metres, on both street fronts in
compliance with the Heritage Conservation District guidelines;
b)
the
Civic Administration BE ADVISED that the London Advisory Committee on
Heritage (LACH) supports a one year extension of the temporary operation of a
commercial parking lot as per the application by Sifton Properties Limited,
with respect to the property located at 221 Queens Avenue; it being noted
that the LACH encourages the redevelopment of vacant spaces in the downtown
Heritage Conservation District;
c)
the
following actions be taken with respect to the London Advisory Committee on
Heritage (LACH) Work Plan:
i) the
2017 LACH Work Plan appended to the 5th Report of the LACH BE FORWARDED to
the Municipal Council for consideration; and,
ii) the
2016 LACH Work Plan Summary appended to the 5th Report of the LACH BE
FORWARDED to the Municipal Council for information;
d)
the
initiative of creating a committee information brochure for the London
Advisory Committee on Heritage BE REFERRED to the Education Sub-Committee;
e)
the
Committee Secretary BE REQUESTED to place the staff report related to vacant
unit rebates and vacant/excess land subclass tax reductions, listed as item
number 5 on the Heritage Planners' Report, on the May agenda of the London
Advisory Committee on Heritage; it being noted that the submission from K.
Gonyou and L. Dent, Heritage Planners, with respect to various updates
and events, was received;
f)
clauses
1 to 9, 11, 13, 17 and 18, BE RECEIVED;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee did not hear a delegation from D. Dudek, Chair,
London Advisory Committee on Heritage, with respect to these matters.
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That, the following actions be taken with
respect to the application of 2503153 Ontario Inc., relating to the property
located at 855 Trafalgar Street:
a)
the
attached, revised, proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal
Council meeting to be held on May 16, 2017 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1,
(in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject
property FROM a Residential R3/Day Care (R3-2/DC) Zone TO a Residential R8
Special Provision/Residential R3/Day Care (R8-4(_)/R3-2/DC) Zone;
b)
the
Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the concerns raised by
the public during the public participation meeting;
c)
pursuant
to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, as determined by the Municipal
Council, no further notice BE GIVEN as the proposed revision to the by-law is
minor;
it
being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with
this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public
participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters;
it being noted that the Municipal Council
approves this application for the following reasons:
·
the
recommended amendment is consistent with the policies of the Provincial
Policy Statement (2014);
·
the
proposed amendment is consistent with the Low Density Residential
Intensification policies of the City of London Official Plan;
·
the
subject site is underutilized in the context of the neighbourhood and
surrounding area. (2017-D09)
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That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with
respect to the application of Old Oak Properties, relating to the property
located at 515 Richmond Street:
a)
the
proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017, BE INTRODUCED
at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 16, 2017 to amend Zoning
By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning
of the subject property FROM a Holding Downtown Area (h-3·DA2·D250) Zone TO a Downtown Area Bonus (DA2·B-(*)) Zone; it being noted that the
Bonus “B-(*) Zone shall be implemented through a development agreement that
would provide for increased height up to 101 metres and an increased density
up to 342 units per hectare in return for the following services, facilities
and matters which are described in greater detail in the proposed by-law:
i)
a
building design which, with minor variations at the discretion of the
Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, is consistent with the Site
Plan and illustrations shown in Schedule “1” of the amending by-law appended
to the staff report dated May 8, 2017;
ii)
High
Design Standards
the site-specific
building design to be constructed in this prominent Downtown location,
promoted by:
Base Features:
i) a
base height equal to two stories, including floor to ceiling vision glass on
the east façade and wrapping around partially to the south and north facades;
ii) 60%
vision glass on the south, east and north facades, including a secondary
entrance on the south façade facing the storefronts of the adjacent
commercial building;
iii) seven
architectural stainless steel columns to the east and south of the building
supporting the residential floors above;
iv) a
large canopy supported by steel columns, extending towards the street on a
slight angle with lighting integrated on the underside;
v) an
enclosed corridor attaching the main building to the parking structure,
including alternating resident storage areas and vision glass into the
corridor;
Tower
Features:
vi) a
point tower form with a tower floor-plate maximum of 700 square metres;
vii) 60%
(linear) vision glass on residential floors;
viii) fully
wrap-around balconies on floors 3 through 28, alternating every 4th or
5th floor between the following:
A) wood
finish metal panel on the underside and visible portions of the balcony,
paired with tainted glass and a coordinated colour for metal portions of the
railing; balconies rotated on a slight angle ( 3 degrees) from the angle of the
building; and,
B) light
grey finish metal panel on the underside and visible portions of the balcony,
paired with clear glass and a coordinated colour for metal portions of the
railing; balconies rotated on the opposite angle of above;
ix) light
grey finish metal panel balconies wrapping two separate portions of the
building on floors 29 through 32, with wood finish metal panel balconies
wrapping the north east corner with a higher portion of vision glass and a
taller roof height and cap;
x) a
mechanical penthouse fully enclosed and clad in materials complimentary to
the building.
Pedestrian
Plaza and Forecourt:
xi) a
pedestrian-only plaza located in the setback from Richmond Street, delineated
from the public sidewalk by fixed, architectural planters with integrated
seating; and,
xiv) a
decorative pavement pattern extending across the east entry plaza and into
the linear plaza on the south side of the building;
it
being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with
this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public
participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee reviewed and received a communication dated May 3, 2017
from F. Tranquilli, Lerners, with respect to this matter;
it being further noted that the Municipal
Council approves this application for the following reasons:
·
the
recommended Zoning By-law amendment is consistent with, and will serve to
implement, the “Managing and Directing Land Use to Achieve Efficient and
Resilient Development and Land Use Patterns” policies of Section 1.0 of the
Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;
·
the
recommended Zoning By-law amendment is consistent with, and will serve to
implement, the “Wise Use and Management of Resources” policies of
Section 2.0 of the Provincial Policy Statement;
·
the
recommended Bonus “B-(*)” Zone is consistent with, and will serve to
implement, the Downtown Area, Urban Design and Bonus Zone policies of the
City of London Official Plan and the Strategic Directions of the “Our Move
Forward: London’s Downtown Plan” and design principles of the “Downtown
Design Manual”;
·
the
recommended Zoning By-law amendment is consistent with, and will serve to
implement, the Cultural Heritage policies of the City of London Official Plan
and the “West Woodfield Heritage Conservation District”;
·
the
recommended Bonus “B-(*)” Zone, including the recommended front yard setback
from Richmond Street, ensures that the building form and design, including
the public plaza (that area to the south of the proposed apartment tower) and
public arcade (that area to the east of the proposed apartment tower) fit
within the surrounding area and provide for an enhanced design standard;
·
the
removal of the Holding “h-3” Zone is viewed as being appropriate given the
findings of the Pedestrian Level Wind Preliminary Impact Assessment submitted
in support of the requested Zoning By-law amendment; and,
·
the
recommended Zoning By-law amendment is also viewed as being consistent with,
and serves to implement, the use, intensity and form policies of the Downtown
Place Type of the London Plan. (2017-D09)
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 5th Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee from
its meeting held on April 26, 2017:
a)
the
following actions be taken with respect to the 4th Report of the Trees and
Forests Advisory Committee (TFAC);
i)
clause
6 of the 4th Report of the TFAC be amended to delete clause c) of the clause;
it being noted that the TFAC endorsed the Tree Planting Strategy based on a verbal
presentation and was not provided with a copy of the strategy to thoroughly
review and further were advised there was a hard deadline of April 24, 2017
for comment; and,
ii)
clauses
1 to 5 and 7 to 11, BE RECEIVED; and,
b) clauses 1 and 3 to 10, BE
RECEIVED.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
Motion made by Councillor T. Park to Approve
clause 12.
That, on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Planning and City Planner, based on the application of Ken Van
Steensel, relating to the property located at 1992 Fanshawe Park Road West,
the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 8, 2017, BE
INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 16, 2017 to
amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to
extend the Temporary Use (T-45) Zone to permit a golf driving range and
accessory uses for an additional three (3) year period;
it being noted that no individuals spoke at
the public participation meeting associated with this matter;
it being noted that the Municipal Council approves
this application for the following reasons:
·
the
recommended extension of the Temporary Use (T-45) Zone conforms to the
criteria for temporary uses in Section 19.4.5 of the Official Plan and in
Policy 1672 of the London Plan;
·
the
golf driving range permitted by the Temporary Use (T-45) Zone is a seasonal
outdoor use and a low-impact use. The golf driving range is compatible with
the surrounding land uses and has operated on the subject property for an
extended period of time without any serious adverse impacts for the surrounding
agricultural uses, residential uses and natural heritage features;
·
the
portion of the subject property used for the golf driving range can easily
revert back to agricultural use should the lands be required for that purpose;
and the golf driving range will not preclude the subject property or the
surrounding area from future planning and development; and,
·
the
subject property is a sufficient size to accommodate the existing golf
driving range, the required on-site parking and related traffic
movements/circulation. (2017-D09)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, H.L. Usher, T.
Park (10)
NAYS: M. van Holst, V. Ridley, S. Turner
(3)
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Motion made by Councillor T. Park to Approve
clause 14.
That the application by GSP Group Inc. for
the property located at 560 and 562 Wellington Street BE REFERRED back to the
Civic Administration to continue to work with the applicant to submit a
revised application for consideration at a future Public Participation
Meeting that is more in keeping with and conforms to the West Woodfield
Heritage Conservation District Plan, the Official Plan and The London Plan;
it
being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with
this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public
participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee reviewed and received the following communications,
with respect to this matter;
·
a
communication dated April 30, 2017, from H. Elmslie, 63 Arcadia Crescent;
·
a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from R. Cane, 93 Shavian Boulevard;
·
a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from A. Kingshott, 1673 Richmond Street;
·
a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from J. Crane, 829 Richmond Street;
·
a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from G. Kerhoulas, Cushman and Wakefield
Southwestern Ontario, Brokerage;
·
a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from J. Petrie and A. Crake, 532 Dufferin
Avenue;
·
a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from J. Crich, Auburn Developments;
·
a
communication dated May 2, 2017, from J. MacDonald, G. Gallacher and D. McCallum,
Downtown London;
·
a
communication dated May 5, 2017, from C. and L. Rorabeck, 1440 Corley
Drive. (2017-D09)
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At 8:08 PM, His Worship the Mayor places
Councillor P. Hubert in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board.
At 8:11 PM, His Worship the Mayor resumes the
Chair, and Councillor P. Hubert takes his seat at the Council Board.
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The motion to Approve clause 14 is put.
Motion Failed
YEAS: J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, T.
Park (4)
NAYS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher (9)
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Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy and
seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve that the application by GSP Group
Inc. for the property located at 560 and 562 Wellington Street BE REFERRED back
to the Civic Administration in order to continue to work with the applicant to
submit a revised proposal that is more compatible with the surrounding context
with consideration given to the West Woodfield Heritage Conservation District,
the Official Plan and the London Plan;
it being pointed out that at the public
participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on
the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions
regarding these matters;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee reviewed and received the following communications, with
respect to this matter;
• a communication dated April 30,
2017, from H. Elmslie, 63 Arcadia Crescent;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from R. Cane, 93 Shavian Boulevard;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from A. Kingshott, 1673 Richmond Street;
• a communication dated May 4,
2017, from J. Crane, 829 Richmond Street;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from G. Kerhoulas, Cushman and Wakefield
Southwestern Ontario, Brokerage;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from J. Petrie and A. Crake, 532 Dufferin
Avenue;
• a communication dated May 4,
2017, from J. Crich, Auburn Developments;
• a
communication dated May 2, 2017, from J. MacDonald, G. Gallacher and D.
McCallum, Downtown London;
• a
communication dated May 5, 2017, from C. and L. Rorabeck, 1440 Corley Drive.
(2017-D09)
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Cassidy,
P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher (8)
NAYS: M. Salih, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S.
Turner, T. Park (5)
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Clause 14, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the application by GSP Group Inc. for
the property located at 560 and 562 Wellington Street BE REFERRED back to the
Civic Administration in order to continue to work with the applicant to submit
a revised proposal that is more compatible with the surrounding context with
consideration given to the West Woodfield Heritage Conservation District, the
Official Plan and the London Plan;
it being pointed out that at the public participation
meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached
public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these
matters;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee reviewed and received the following communications, with
respect to this matter;
• a communication dated April 30,
2017, from H. Elmslie, 63 Arcadia Crescent;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from R. Cane, 93 Shavian Boulevard;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from A. Kingshott, 1673 Richmond Street;
• a communication dated May 4,
2017, from J. Crane, 829 Richmond Street;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from G. Kerhoulas, Cushman and Wakefield
Southwestern Ontario, Brokerage;
• a
communication dated May 4, 2017, from J. Petrie and A. Crake, 532 Dufferin
Avenue;
• a communication dated May 4,
2017, from J. Crich, Auburn Developments;
• a
communication dated May 2, 2017, from J. MacDonald, G. Gallacher and D.
McCallum, Downtown London;
• a
communication dated May 5, 2017, from C. and L. Rorabeck, 1440 Corley Drive.
(2017-D09)”
Motion made by Councillor T. Park to Approve
clause 16.
That, the following actions be taken with
respect to the request of the Shaver-Brockley Coalition to postpone the public
participation meeting schedule for June 15, 2017 with respect to the review of
impacts from industrial sources (focus on odour) and potential municipal
actions:
a)
pursuant
to section 13.6 of the Council Procedure By-law, the actions of the Municipal
Council taken at its meeting of May 2, 2017, related to the adoption of part a)
of clause 4 of the 8th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee,
concerning the June 15, 2017 public participation meeting relating to the
review of impacts from industrial sources (focus on odour) and potential
municipal actions, BE RECONSIDERED; and,
b)
the
City Clerk BE DIRECTED to make the necessary arrangements to hold a public
participation meeting with respect to the review of impacts from industrial
sources (focus on odour) and potential municipal actions at a future meeting of
the Planning and Environment Committee at a time that is mutually acceptable to
all parties;
it being noted that the Planning and Environment
Committee reviewed and received a communication dated May 5, 2017 from R.-L.
Gillis, Brockley-Shaver Coalition, with respect to this matter.
The motion to Approve part a) of clause 16
is put:
a)
pursuant to section 13.6 of the Council Procedure By-law, the actions of the
Municipal Council taken at its meeting of May 2, 2017, related to the
adoption of part a) of clause 4 of the 8th Report of the Planning and
Environment Committee, concerning the June 15, 2017 public participation
meeting relating to the review of impacts from industrial sources (focus on
odour) and potential municipal actions, BE RECONSIDERED;
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
RECUSED: S. Turner (1)
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The motion to Approve part b) of clause 16
is put:
That, the following actions be taken with
respect to the request of the Shaver-Brockley Coalition to postpone the
public participation meeting schedule for June 15, 2017 with respect to the
review of impacts from industrial sources (focus on odour) and potential
municipal actions:
b) the
City Clerk BE DIRECTED to make the necessary arrangements to hold a public
participation meeting with respect to the review of impacts from industrial
sources (focus on odour) and potential municipal actions at a future meeting
of the Planning and Environment Committee at a time that is mutually
acceptable to all parties;
it being noted that the Planning and
Environment Committee reviewed and received a communication dated May 5, 2017
from R.-L. Gillis, Brockley-Shaver Coalition, with respect to this matter.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
RECUSED: S. Turner (1)
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Councillor P. Hubert
presents.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 1 and 2.
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That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary
interests were disclosed
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That the 2017-2020 Draft Internal Audit
Plan, dated May 2017, from Deloitte BE RECEIVED and BE ENDORSED; it being
noted that the Audit Committee received a presentation from Deloitte, as
included on the public agenda with respect to this matter.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
Councillor A. Hopkins
presents.
Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve clauses 2 and 3.
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That the Strategic Priorities and Policy
Committee (SPPC) received two communications dated April 24, 2017 and April
27, 2017, respectively, from Councillor V. Ridley, with respect to her
attendance at the May 3, 2017 meeting of the SPPC.
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the May 3, 2017 public participation meeting associated with SHIFT
Rapid Transit:
a)
the
attached presentation from B. Hollingworth and Eric Peissel, IBI Group
Inc., BE RECEIVED;
b)
the
staff report dated May 3, 2017, entitled “Rapid Transit Alternative Corridor
Review” BE RECEIVED for information;
c)
the
following written communications BE RECEIVED:
i)
a
letter dated April 13, 2017, from J. Winston, General Manager, Tourism
London, on behalf of the Board of Directors of Tourism London, outlining
concerns regarding the current plan and requesting consideration of
alternative routing options that minimize business disruption and maximize
community buy-in;
ii)
a
communication from A. Stark, supporting moving forward with a strong rapid
transit system;
iii)
a
communication from A. Stratton, supporting moving forward with a strong rapid
transit system;
iv)
a
communication dated April 30, 2017, from C. Butler, indicating route
preferences and matters that should be considered in developing a rapid
transit plan, and indicating support for proceeding with BRT without the
tunnel;
v)
a
communication dated April 26, 2017, from D. Bray, suggesting that the plans
needs to slow down and more careful consideration needs to be given to the
matter prior to moving forward as the prospect and implications of the tunnel
alone are ominous;
vi)
a
communication from D. Perry indicating continued support for rapid transit in
London;
vii)
a
communication from F. Berry, outlining some concerns with the plan, citing
some examples of bus rapid transit which have proven successful in other
municipalities, and suggesting that the City needs to go back to the 2013
London Transit Commission Plan and start doing some realistic planning, based
upon best practices elsewhere so London gets it right;
viii)
a
communication from J. Hassan indicating support for moving ahead with a
strong rapid transit system;
ix)
a
communication from J. Jordan, 970 Willow Drive, indicating support for the
current proposed routes, including the tunnel and King Street 2-way;
x)
a
communication dated May 1, 2017, from K. Cook, supporting moving forward with
a strong rapid transit system;
xi)
a
communication from L. Bursch supporting moving forward with a strong rapid
transit system;
xii)
a
communication from R. Barker, indicating concerns with the plans and the
associated costs;
xiii)
a
communication from S. Morrison raising concerns about the plan, stating that
the proposal is not citizen-friendly and questioning the cost projections;
xiv)
a
communication from S. Quigley, indicating support for the proposed routes and
tunnel and a strong rapid transit system; and
xv)
a
communication from S. Shuit, indicating that he does not support the current
rapid transit system plan; and
it being pointed out that at the public
participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated
on the attached public participation meeting record made an oral
submission.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins to
Approve clause 1.
That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary
interests were disclosed.
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Motion made by Councillor J. Morgan and
seconded by Councillor T. Park to Approve that clause 1 be amended to read as
follows:
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Councillor J. Morgan disclosed a pecuniary
interest with respect to clause 3 of this Report having to do with the rapid
transit corridors, specifically as it relates to any decision-making regarding
the northern route (both drafted and contemplated) of the proposed Bus Rapid
Transit plan, by indicating that he is an employee at Western University and
they have taken a stance on this matter.
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins and
seconded by Councillor J. Morgan to Approve clause 1, as amended
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 1, as amended, reads as follows:
“Councillor J. Morgan disclosed a pecuniary
interest with respect to clause 3 of this Report having to do with the rapid
transit corridors, specifically as it relates to any decision-making regarding
the northern route (both drafted and contemplated) of the proposed Bus Rapid
Transit plan, by indicating that he is an employee at Western University and
they have taken a stance on this matter.”
Councillor P. Hubert
presents.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clauses 1, 2, 5 to 9 and 11.
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1.
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Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest
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That it BE NOTED that the following pecuniary
interests were disclosed:
a)
Councillor
J. Morgan disclosed a pecuniary interest with respect to clause 10 of this
Report having to do with the rapid transit corridors, specifically as it
relates to any decision-making regarding the northern route (both drafted and
contemplated) of the proposed Bus Rapid Transit plan, by indicating that he is
an employee at Western University and has recently become a member of the
Negotiating Committee for his bargaining association (Professional Managerial
Association).
b)
Councillor
T. Park disclosed a pecuniary interest with respect to clause 10 of this Report
having to do with rapid transit corridors, specifically as it relates to any
decision-making related to the Wellington Street and Wellington Road South
portion of the proposed “7” corridor by indicating that she owns property
within 150 metres of the Wellington Street portion of the proposed north-south
corridor and the “Shift London’s Rapid Transit Initiative Business Case”, dated
January 2017, suggests that properties within 500 metres of a rapid transit
route may see financial benefits from being located in close vicinity of the
route.
c)
Councillor
S. Turner disclosed a pecuniary interest with respect to clause 10 of this
Report having to do with rapid transit corridors, specifically as it relates to
any decision-making related to the southern route of the proposed Bus Rapid
Transit plan, by indicating that he owns property in the area.
d) Councillor
V. Ridley disclosed a pecuniary interest with respect to clause 10 of this
Report having to do with rapid transit corridors, specifically as it relates to
any decision-making related to the southern route of the proposed Bus Rapid
Transit plan, by indicating that her parents own property on that corridor.
2.
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1st Report of the Governance Working Group
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That the 1st Report of the Governance Working
Group from its meeting held on April 6, 2017 BE RECEIVED.
5.
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Growth Management Implementation Strategy
(GMIS): 2018 Annual Review & Update
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That on the recommendation of the Managing
Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer and
City Manager, the following actions be taken with respect to the implementation
of the Official Plan growth management policies applicable to the financing of
growth-related infrastructure works:
a)
the
2018 Growth Management Implementation Strategy Update BE APPROVED as included
in Appendix ‘B’ to the staff report dated May 15, 2017; it being noted that:
i) Fox
Hollow SWM 1 North Cell will be rescheduled from 2022 to 2019;
ii) North
Lambeth SWM 10 will be rescheduled from 2018 to 2021;
iii) Wickerson
Watermain will be rescheduled from 2024 to 2018;
iv) Kilally
Watermain A30 will be rescheduled from 2030 to 2025;
v) Dingman
Watermain A20 will be rescheduled from 2028 to 2026;
vi) project
design work for Dingman Watermain A21 will commence in 2017;
b) the
project timing adjustments and changes to budget estimates arising from the
2018 Growth Management Implementation Strategy BE REFLECTED in the 2018 Annual
Update of the Multi-Year Budget;
c) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to work together with the industry to
undertake a pilot project to expedite the availability of ready to build lots;
and
d) the
communication dated May 10, 2017, from P. Masschelein, Vice President,
Neighbourhood Developments, Sifton Properties Limited, BE RECEIVED;
it being noted that the Strategic Priorities
and Policy Committee heard the attached presentation from the Manager
III, Development Finance, with respect to this matter;
it being pointed out that at the public
participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on
the attached public participation meeting record made an oral
submission.
6.
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London and Middlesex Housing Corporation
(LMHC) – State of Infrastructure
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That the presentation appended to the Added
Agenda, made by M. Buzzelli, Board Chair and J. Browne, Chief Executive Officer,
London Middlesex Housing Corporation, regarding the state of the public housing
assets, and the associated communication entitled "Update on the State of
Public Housing Assets" BE RECEIVED for information.
7.
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Request for a Shareholder’s Meeting for the
London & Middlesex Housing Corporation
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for the London
& Middlesex Housing Corporation:
a) the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder
for the London & Middlesex Housing Corporation BE HELD at a meeting of the
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee on June 12, 2017, for the purpose of
receiving the report from the Board of Directors of the London & Middlesex
Housing Corporation in accordance with the Shareholder Declaration and the
Business Corporations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. B.16; and
b) the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to provide notice of
the 2016 Annual Meeting to the Board of Directors for the London &
Middlesex Housing Corporation and to invite the Chair of the Board and the
Executive Director of the London & Middlesex Housing Corporation to attend
at the Annual Meeting and present the report of the Board in accordance with
the Shareholder Declaration;
it being
noted that the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee received a
communication dated May 24, 2017, from J. Browne, Chief Executive Officer,
London & Middlesex Housing Corporation, with respect to this matter.
8.
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Request for a Shareholder’s Meeting for the
Housing Development Corporation, London
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for the Housing
Development Corporation:
a) the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder
for the Housing Development Corporation BE HELD at a meeting of the Strategic
Priorities and Policy Committee on June 12, 2017, for the purpose of receiving
the report from the Board of Directors of the Housing Development Corporation
in accordance with the Shareholder Declaration and the Business Corporations
Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. B.16; and
b) the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to provide notice of
the 2016 Annual Meeting to the Board of Directors for the Housing Development
Corporation and to invite the Chair of the Board and the Executive Director of
the London & Middlesex Housing Corporation to attend at the Annual Meeting
and present the report of the Board in accordance with the Shareholder
Declaration;
it being
noted that the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee received a
communication dated May 24, 2017, from S. Giustizia, Chief Executive Officer, Housing
Development Corporation, with respect to this matter.
9.
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Request for a Shareholder’s Meeting for
London Hydro Inc.
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder for London Hydro
Inc.:
a) the 2016 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholder
for London Hydro Inc. BE HELD at a meeting of the Strategic Priorities and
Policy Committee on May 29, 2017, for the purpose of receiving the report from the
Board of Directors of London Hydro Inc. in accordance with the Shareholder
Declaration and the Business Corporations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. B.16; and
b) the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to provide notice of
the 2016 Annual Meeting to the Board of Directors for London Hydro Inc. and to
invite the Chair of the Board and the Chief Executive Officer of London Hydro
Inc. to attend at the Annual Meeting and present the report of the Board in
accordance with the Shareholder Declaration;
it being
noted that the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee received a
communication dated March 31, 2017, from M. Mathur, Chair, Board of Directors,
with respect to this matter.
11.
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Potential Additional Strategic Priorities
and Policy Committee Meeting
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That it BE NOTED that the Chair indicated
that he would work in conjunction with the Committee Secretary to make
arrangements with the Council Members for an additional Strategic Priorities
and Policy Committee meeting in the event it is necessary to address agenda
requirements.
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clause 3.
3.
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Council Policy Manual Review of Chapters 1,
2, 3, 4, 6 and 8
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That the staff report dated May 15, 2017,
with respect to the Council Policy Manual Review of Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 and
8 BE REFERRED to an upcoming meeting of the Governance Working Group for
review and recommendation to the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee.
Motion made by Councillor V. Ridley and
seconded by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve that pursuant to section 13.6 of
the Council Procedure By-law, the actions of the Municipal Council taken at its
meeting of March 2, 2017, related to the process for updating the Council
Policy Manual BE RECONSIDERED.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor V. Ridley and
seconded by Councillor M. Cassidy to Approve that clause 3 be amended to read
as follows:
That the following actions be taken with
respect to the updating of the Council Policy Manual:
a) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to direct proposed amendments under Phase II
of the project to the Governance Working Group for review and recommendation
to the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee; and
b) subsequent
to the completion of Phase II of the project, the Governance Working Group BE
DIRECTED to review and make recommendations with respect to the overall
modernization of the Council Policy Manual.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V.
Ridley, S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 3, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the following actions be taken with
respect to the updating of the Council Policy Manual:
a) the
Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to direct proposed amendments under Phase II
of the project to the Governance Working Group for review and recommendation to
the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee; and
b) subsequent
to the completion of Phase II of the project, the Governance Working Group BE
DIRECTED to review and make recommendations with respect to the overall
modernization of the Council Policy Manual.”
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert to
Approve clause 4.
4.
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Update on Municipal Implications of the
Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report
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That the following actions be taken with
respect to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report:
a)
on
the recommendation of the Director, Community & Economic Innovation, the
staff report dated May 15, 2017, with respect to the municipal implications of
the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report, BE RECEIVED for information;
and
b) the Civic
Administration BE REQUESTED to explore items 40, 43, 47, 55, 75, 87 and 88 to
see if further calls to action could be undertaken.
Motion made by Councillor M. Cassidy and
seconded by Mayor M. Brown to Approve that clause 4 be amended by adding the
following new part c):
c) the Civic
Administration BE DIRECTED to invite the Munsee-Delaware Nation, the Oneida
Nation of the Thames and the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation to provide
their flags and have them raised in an appropriate manner at London City Hall.
At 8:45 PM His Worship the Mayor places
Councillor P. Hubert in the Chair, and takes a seat at the Council Board.
At 8:49 PM His Worship the Mayor resumes
the Chair, and Councillor P. Hubert takes his seat at the Council Board.
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor T. Park to Approve that the request to invite the
Munsee-Delaware Nation, the Oneida Nation of the Thames and the Chippewas of
the Thames First Nation to provide their flags and have them raised in an
appropriate manner at London City Hall BE REFERRED to the Civic
Administration in order to allow for consultation and report back with respect
this matter.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Moved by Councillor H.L. Usher and seconded
by Councillor P. Hubert to Approve clause 4 as amended.
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Clause 4, as amended, reads as follows:
“That the following actions be taken with
respect to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report:
a) on the
recommendation of the Director, Community & Economic Innovation, the staff
report dated May 15, 2017, with respect to the municipal implications of the
Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report, BE RECEIVED for information;
b) the Civic
Administration BE REQUESTED to explore items 40, 43, 47, 55, 75, 87 and 88 to
see if further calls to action could be undertaken; and,
c) the
request to invite the Munsee-Delaware Nation, the Oneida Nation of the Thames
and the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation to provide their flags and have
them raised in an appropriate manner at London City Hall BE REFERRED to the
Civic Administration in order to allow for consultation and report back with
respect this matter.”
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor M. van Holst to Approve that, pursuant to section 20.1
of the Council Procedure By-law, leave BE GIVEN for the introduction of an
emergent motion to authorize the flying of Canadian flags on utility poles
along City of London streets until September 5, 2017, in celebration of
Canada’s 150th Anniversary, subject to the consent of London Hydro and
providing that the flags and their accessories do not pose any risk to worker
or public safety.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor A. Hopkins to Approve that the flying of Canadian
flags on utility poles along City of London streets until September 5, 2017,
in celebration of Canada’s 150th Anniversary, BE AUTHORIZED subject to the
consent of London Hydro and providing that the flags and their accessories do
not pose any risk to worker or public safety.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve that, pursuant to section 20.1
of the Council Procedure By-law, leave BE GIVEN for the introduction of an
emergent motion to authorize a contribution of $2,000 from the Contingency
Reserve Fund in order to assist in relief efforts in the Township of Minden
Hills, Ontario, specifically by way of a contribution to Minden’s local Food
Bank.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J.
Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley,
S. Turner, H.L. Usher, T. Park (13)
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At 9:44 PM Councillor M. Salih leaves the
meeting.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Mayor M. Brown to Approve that a contribution of $2,000 from the
Contingency Reserve Fund BE AUTHORIZED in order to assist in relief efforts
in the Township of Minden Hills, Ontario, specifically by way of a
contribution to Minden’s local Food Bank.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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IV
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COUNCIL, IN CLOSED SESSION
(CONTINUED)
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Motion made by Councillor J. Helmer and
seconded by Councillor V. Ridley to Approve that Council rise and resume In
Closed Session at 9:45 PM, for the purpose of considering the following
matters:
a) (ADDED)
A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding
identifiable individuals, including municipal employees, with respect to
employment related matters, advice or recommendations of officers and
employees of the Corporation including communications necessary for that
purpose and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to
officers and employees of the Corporation. (C-1/11/SPPC)
b) (ADDED)
A matter pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual with
respect to employment-related matters and advice and recommendations of
officers and employees of the Corporation including communications necessary
for that purpose. (C-2/11/SPPC)
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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The Council, In Closed Session, rises at
10:00 PM, and Council reconvenes at 10:02 PM, with Mayor M. Brown in the Chair
and all Members present except Councillors B. Armstrong, M. Salih and J.
Zaifman.
IX
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ADDED REPORTS (continued)
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15th Report of the Council, In Closed
Session
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Councillor Hubert
presents.
Motion made by Councillor P. Hubert and
seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve clause 1.
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1. Recruitment:
Managing Director, Corporate Services, City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer:
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 City Manager, and on the nomination of the
Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee, the following actions be taken with
respect to the position of Managing Director, Corporate Services and City
Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer:
i) Anna Lisa Barbon BE APPOINTED Managing
Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer,
effective May 22, 2017; and,
ii) the Civic
Administration BE DIRECTED to take all actions necessary to implement the
appointment noted in i), above.
Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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None.
BY-LAWS TO BE READ A FIRST, SECOND AND
THIRD TIME:
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve Introduction and First Reading of
Bill No.’s 203, 204, revised Bill No. 205, Bill No.’s 2016 to 214, Bill No.
216 and the Added Bill No. 217.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve Second Reading of Bill No.’s 203,
204, revised Bill No. 205, Bill No.’s 206 to 214, Bill No. 216 and the Added
Bill No. 217.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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Motion made by Councillor S. Turner and
seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve Third Reading and Enactment of
Bill No.’s 203, 204, revised Bill No. 205, Bill No.’s 206 to 214, Bill No.
216 and the Added Bill No. 217.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, S. Turner,
H.L. Usher, T. Park (12)
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Motion made by Councillor A. Hopkins and
seconded by Councillor H.L. Usher to Approve Introduction and First Reading
of Bill No.215.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, V. Ridley, H.L. Usher,
T. Park (11)
NAYS: S. Turner (1)
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Motion made by Councillor M. van Holst and
seconded by Councillor A. Hopkins to Approve Second Reading of Bill No.215.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, H.L. Usher, T. Park
(10)
NAYS: V. Ridley, S. Turner (2)
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Motion made by Councillor H.L. Usher and
seconded by Councillor J. Helmer to Approve Third Reading and Enactment of
Bill No. 215.
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Motion Passed
YEAS: M. Brown, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M.
Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, P. Hubert, A. Hopkins, H.L. Usher, T. Park
(10)
NAYS: V. Ridley, S. Turner (2)
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The following by-laws are enacted as by-laws
of The Corporation of the City of London:
Bill
No. 203
By-law
No. A.-7561-159
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A by-law to confirm
the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 16th day of May,
2017. (City Clerk)
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Bill
No. 204
By-law
No. A.-7562-160
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A By-law to repeal
and replace By-law A.-7015-285 being The Grants for Sump Pump, Sewage
Ejector, and Storm Drain Connection Grant Program By-law. (6/9/CWC)
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Bill
No. 205
By-law
No. PS-113-17003
(REVISED)
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A by-law to amend By-law PS-113 entitled,
“A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City
of London.” (13/9/CWC)
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Bill
No. 206
By-law
No. S.-5864-161
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A By-law to stop up
and close part of Hyde Park Road north of Dyer Drive. (12/9/CWC)
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Bill
No. 207
By-law
No. S.-5865-162
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A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and
assume lands in the City of London as public highway. (as widening to Sarnia
Road from Wonderland Road North to Sleightholme Avenue) (Chief Surveyor - require
dedication at the present time as public highway)
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Bill
No. 208
By-law
No. S.-5866-163
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A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish
and assume lands in the City of London as public highway. (as widening to
Central Avenue, west of Richmond Street) (Chief Surveyor - registered as
Instrument No. ER1097131 on April 13, 2017, pursuant to Site Plan SPA16-053
and in accordance with Zoning By-law Z-1)
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Bill
No. 209
By-law
No. S.-5867-164
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A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish
and assume lands in the City of London as public highway. (as widening to
Richmond Street, south of Tower Lane) (Chief Surveyor - pursuant to Site Plan
SP14-038450 and in accordance with Zoning By-law Z-1)
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Bill
No. 210
By-law
No. W.-5622-165
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A by-law to authorize
the Bradley Ave Extension – Phase 1, Wharncliffe Road to Wonderland Road.
(Project No. TS1523-1) (7/8/CWC)
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Bill
No. 211
By-law
No. Z.-1-172576
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A by-law to amend
By-law No. Z.-1 to remove holding provisions from the zoning for lands
located at 2244, 2252 and 2258 Wateroak Drive. (4/9/PEC)
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Bill
No. 212
By-law
No. Z.-1-172577
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A by-law to amend
By-law No. Z.-1 to remove holding provisions from the zoning of the land
located at 200 Villagewalk Boulevard. (5/9/PEC)
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Bill
No. 213
By-law
No. Z.-1-172578
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A by-law to amend
By-law No. Z.-1 to remove the holding provision from the zoning of the lands
located at 185 and 199 Commissioners Road East. (8/9/PEC)
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Bill
No. 214
By-law
No. Z.-1-172579
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A by-law to amend
By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 855 Trafalgar Street.
(11/9/PEC)
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Bill
No. 215
By-law
No. Z.-1-172580
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A
by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 1992
Fanshawe Park Road West. (12/9/PEC)
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Bill
No. 216
By-law
No. Z.-1-172581
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A by-law to amend
By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 515 Richmond Street.
(13/9/PEC)
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Bill
No. 217
By-law
No. A.-7563-166
(ADDED)
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A by-law to appoint
Anna Lisa Barbon as the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer,
Chief Financial Officer of The Corporation of the City of London. (1/15/CCS)
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Motion made by Councillor J. Helmer and
seconded by Councillor M. van Holst to Approve that the Meeting Adjourn.
Motion Passed
The meeting adjourns at 10:15 PM.
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Matt
Brown, Mayor
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Catharine
Saunders, City Clerk