Council

Minutes

Meeting #:The 2nd Meeting of City Council
Date:
-
Location:
Council Chambers
Present:
  • Mayor E. Holder,
  • M. van Holst,
  • S. Lewis,
  • M. Salih,
  • J. Helmer,
  • M. Cassidy,
  • P. Squire,
  • J. Morgan,
  • S. Lehman,
  • A. Hopkins,
  • P. Van Meerbergen,
  • S. Turner,
  • E. Peloza,
  • A. Kayabaga,
  • and S. Hillier
Also Present:
  • M. Hayward, A. Anderson, A.L. Barbon, G. Barrett, B. Card, B. Coxhead, S. Datars Bere, M. Guedens, L. Livingstone, P. McKague, D. O'Brien, B. O'Hagen, C. Saunders, K. Scherr, M. Schulthess, C. Smith, S. Stafford, J. Taylor, B. Warner, B. Westlake-Power, P. Yeoman.

    The meeting is called to order at 4:01 PM. 


That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed. 

His Worship the Mayor recognizes the contributions made to London by the following citizens who were named to the Mayor’s New Year’s Honour List in the categories indicated: Gary Doerr (Accessibility); Patrick Fleming (Age Friendly); Renée Silberman (Arts); Don Campbell (Distinguished Londoner); Hayden Foulon (Posthumously) (Distinguished Londoner); Leroy Hibbert (Distinguished Londoner); Brian Hill (Distinguished Londoner); Rob McQueen (Environment); Arthur McClelland (Heritage); Carla Garagozzo (Housing); Alexander Kopacz (Sports).

  • Motion made by:A. Hopkins
    Seconded by:M. van Holst

    That Council rise and go into Council, In Closed Session, for the purpose of considering the following:

    4.1. Solicitor-Client Privilege/Litigation or Potential Litigation
    A matter pertaining to advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,including communications necessary for that purpose from the solicitor and officers and employees of the Corporation; the subject matter pertains to litigation or potential litigation with respect to an appeal at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal(“LPAT”), and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation. (6.1/2/PEC)

    4.2. Solicitor-Client Privilege/Litigation or Potential Litigation
    A matter pertaining to advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege,including communications necessary for that purpose from the solicitor and officers and employees of the Corporation; the subject matter pertains to litigation or potential litigation with respect to an appeal at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal(“LPAT”), and for the purpose of providing instructions and directions to officers and employees of the Corporation.(6.2/2/PEC)

    4.3. Land Acquisition / Solicitor-Client Privileged Advice / Position, Plan, Procedure, Criteria or Instruction to be Applied to Any Negotiations
    A matter pertaining to the proposed or pending acquisition of land by the municipality, including communications necessary for that purpose; advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege; commercial and financial information, that belongs to the municipality and has monetary value or potential monetary value and a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality. (6.1/2/CSC)

    4.4. Confidential Trade Secret, Scientific, Technical, Commercial, Financial or Labour Relations Information Supplied to the Corporation in Confidence / Educational/Training Session
    A matter pertaining to trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons or organization; a matter for the purpose of educating or training the members, and no additional discussion of any matter that materially advances the business or decision-making of the council or committee; and a matter pertaining to trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality or local board, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons or organization as it relates to the search process by Odgers Berndtson. (6.2/2/CSC)

    4.5. Personal Matters/Identifiable Individual / Solicitor-Client Privileged Advice / Trade Secret, Scientific, Technical, Commercial, Financial or Labour Relations Information Supplied to the Corporation in Confidence
    A matter pertaining to personal matters, including information regarding an identifiable individual, 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; advice subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and a trade secret or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the municipality, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negations of a person, group of persons, or organization. (6.1/2/SPPC)


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

    The Council rises and convenes, In Closed Session, at 4:44 PM, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair and all Members present.

    The Council, In Closed Session, rises at 6:08 PM, and resumes in public session at 6:13 PM, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair and all Members present.


  • Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:S. Lewis

    That the Minutes of the 1st Meeting held on December 10, 2019 BE APPROVED. 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    That the following communications BE RECEIVED and BE REFERRED, as noted on the Added Agenda:

    6.1     T. McClure, Dancor - Industrial Development Charges;

    6.2     B. McCauley, Zelinka Priamo Ltd. - Amendments to the Traffic and Parking By-law Related to Lot 10;  

    6.3     Councillor M. van Holst - Issuance of Proclamations Policy; and,

    6.4     P.G. Duffy, Stikeman Elliott - (Added) Application - 1830 Wharncliffe Road South (Z-9107).


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That the 2nd Report of the Planning and Environment Committee BE APPROVED, excluding item 8 (2.8) and 16 (3.7).


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 11th Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on November 27, 2019:

    a) a member of the London Housing Advisory Committee BE INVITED to attend a future meeting of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee to discuss social housing tree planting initiatives in greater detail;

    b) the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to investigate any discrepancies between tree planting specifications as they appear in the City of London's Design Specifications and Requirements Manual versus the International Society of Arboriculture's Arborists' Certification Study Guide; and,

    c) clauses 1.1, 3.1 to 3.3, inclusive, 4.1, 5.2, 5.3 and 5.5, BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, from its meeting held on December 11, 2019:

    a) on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act seeking approval for the demolition of the existing building and approval for a proposed building, as described in Appendix D of the staff report dated December 11, 2019, on the property at 88 Blackfriars Street, within the Blackfriars/Petersville Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED with the following terms and conditions:

    · buff brick be used for the exterior cladding of the proposed building;
    · a painted wood front door be used for the proposed building;
    · parking be limited to a driveway to the west of the proposed building with front yard parking prohibited;
    · the Heritage Planner be circulated on the Building Permit application drawings to verify compliance with this Heritage Alteration Permit prior to issuance of the Building Permit; and,
    · the Heritage Alteration Permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed;

    it being noted that the condition of the above-noted building constitutes another regrettable example of demolition by neglect and the London Advisory Committee on Heritage implores stronger enforcement of the Property Standards By-law to avoid future demolition by neglect of London’s cultural heritage resources;

    it being further noted that the presentation appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

    b) on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act seeking approval for alterations to the property at 906 Lorne Avenue, within the Old East Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED with the terms and conditions:

    · all exposed wood be painted;
    · a wood lattice porch skirt set in a frame to be added where missing;
    · the top rail be constructed no higher than 30” to maintain the proportions of the porch;
    · the railings and guards on the steps be replaced to be consistent with the railings and guards on the entirety of the porch;
    · a new base around the northwest column be installed; and,
    · the Heritage Alteration Permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed;

    it being noted that the presentation appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from M. Greguol, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

    c) the following actions be taken with respect to the Cultural Heritage Evaluation Reports (CHERs) for the properties located at 90, 92 and 102 Wellington Road:

    i) the Civic Administration BE ADVISED that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage (LACH) concurs with the findings of the above-noted CHERs, as appended to the agenda; it being noted that the presentation appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from M. Morris, Major Projects, with respect to this matter, was received; and,
    ii) the Stewardship Sub-Committee Report appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, from its meeting held on November 26, 2019, BE FORWARDED to the Civic Administration for consideration;

    d) the 556 Wellington Street Heritage Impact Statement Working Group Report, appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, BE FORWARDED to the Civic Administration for consideration; it being noted that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage supports and endorses the above-noted Working Group Report;

    e) the following actions be taken with respect to the requests for delegation from A. Valastro and M. Tovey related to the properties located at 197, 183 and 179 Ann Street:

    i) the properties located at 175, 179, 183 and 197 Ann Street and 84 and 86 St. George Street BE REFERRED to the Stewardship Sub-Committee for research and evaluation for a possible heritage designation; it being noted that a verbal delegation by A. Valastro, with respect to this matter, was received; and,
    ii) the request for delegation by M. Tovey BE APPROVED for the February 2020 meeting of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage;

    f) on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act seeking retroactive approval for alterations to the porch of the property located at 430 Dufferin Avenue, within the West Woodfield Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED; it being noted that the presentation appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

    g) on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planning, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the demolition request for the existing dwelling on the heritage listed property at 2325 Sunningdale Road East:

    i) the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that Municipal Council consents to the demolition of the dwelling on this property, and;
    ii) the property at 2325 Sunningdale Road East BE REMOVED from the Register of Cultural Heritage Resources;
    it being noted that the presentation appended to the 1st Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from M. Greguol, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

    h) clauses 1.1 and 1.2, inclusive, 2.4, 3.1 to 3.3, inclusive, 4.1, 5.4 to 5.7, inclusive, BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the staff report dated January 6, 2020 entitled "Update on Subdivision Ambassador Role in Development Services" BE RECEIVED for information. (2019-D04/H11)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by 1640209 Ontario Limited, c/o York Development, relating to the property located at 1959 Wharncliffe Road South, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning for a portion of 1959 Wharncliffe Road South FROM a Holding Residential R8/R9 Special Provision (h*h-100*h-197*h-198*R8-4/R9-3(13)*H32) Zone TO a Residential R8/R9 Special Provision (R8-4/R9-3(13)*H32) Zone. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, the City Solicitor and Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official BE DIRECTED to provide legal and planning representation at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Hearing to support the decision of the Consent Authority, in response to the letter of appeal to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, dated September 6, 2019, and submitted by Analee J.M. Baroudi on behalf of Bernadette Green, relating to the consent application concerning the property located at 16 Berkley Crescent. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the request for a three (3) year extension of the draft plan of subdivision approval for the draft plan submitted by Sifton Properties Limited (File No. 39T-15501), prepared by Stantec Consulting and certified by Jeremy Matthews (Project No. 161401268, dated December 22, 2016), as redline amended, which shows twenty-two (22) low density blocks, six (6) medium density blocks, one (1) school block, one (1) park block, four (4) multi-use pathway blocks, one (1) open space block, one (1) future road block, eleven (11) 0.3 m reserves and road widenings, all served by one (1) new secondary collector road/neighbourhood connector, and ten (10) new local roads/neighbourhood streets SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in Schedule "A” appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following candidates BE APPROVED for the positions, listed below, on the Urban Design Peer Review Panel:

    a) Tim Wickens – Position of Architect;

    b) Leo Xuan-Yi Lin– Position of Architect; and,

    c) Michael Davis – Position of Planner;

    it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee heard a verbal delegation from M. Wallace, Executive Director, London Development Institute, with respect to this matter. (2019-D32/H11)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act seeking approval for the demolition of the existing building and approval for a proposed building, as described in the staff report and shown in Appendix D, on the property located at 88 Blackfriars Street, within the Blackfriars/Petersville Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED with the following terms and conditions:

    a) buff brick be used for the exterior cladding of the proposed building;

    b) a painted wood front door be used for the proposed building;

    c) parking be limited to a driveway to the west of the proposed building with front yard parking prohibited;

    d) the Heritage Planner be circulated on the Building Permit application drawings to verify compliance with this Heritage Alteration Permit prior to issuance of the Building Permit;

    e) the Heritage Alteration Permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed; and,

    f) prior to any demolition, the property owner BE REQUIRED to submit full building permit drawings;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters. (2019-R01)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the request for the demolition of the heritage listed property located at 2325 Sunningdale Road East:

    a) the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that Municipal Council consents to the demolition of the building on this property; and,

    b) the property located at 2325 Sunningdale Road East BE REMOVED from the Register of Cultural Heritage Resources;

    it being noted that no individuals spoke at the public participation meeting associated with this matter. (2019-R01)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by 2594722 Ontario Inc., relating to the property located at 1830 Wharncliffe Road South, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 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 Restricted Service Commercial (h-17*RSC1/RSC4) Zone TO a Holding Associated Shopping Area Commercial Special Provision (h-17*ASA1/ASA2(_)/ASA3(_)) Zone;

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

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

    • the recommended amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;
    • the recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force polices of The London Plan, including but not limited to, the Shopping Area Place type policies;
    the recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force polices of the 1989 Official Plan, including but not limited to, the Wonderland Road Community Enterprise Corridor;
    • the recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force polices of the Sourthwest Area Secondary Plan, including but not limited to, the Wonderland Road Community Enterprise Corridor;
    • the recommended amendment provides additional uses that are appropriate and compatible with the surrounding area and provides an increased opportunity to effectively utilize the proposed multi-use building on the rear portion of the subject lands; and,
    • the existing building, proposed buildings and on-site parking are capable of supporting the requested commercial uses without resulting in any negative impacts on the abutting lands. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Dalmar Motors Volkswagen, relating to the property located at 1297 Wharncliffe Road South, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM Holding Office (h*h-11*h-63*h-95*h-100*h-104*h-138*OF7) Zone TO Restricted Service Commercial Special Provision (RSC1(__)/RSC2/RSC3/RSC4/RSC5) Zone;

    it being noted that Site Plan matters identified during the public process include use of decorative pavers for new vehicle display areas abutting the street; landscape buffers between parking areas and abutting residential development; noise; site access; lighting; and stormwater servicing;

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


    it being further 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 recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force and effect policies of The London Plan, including but not limited to the Commercial Industrial Place Type;
    • the recommended amendment is in conformity with the in-force and effect policies of the 1989 Official Plan, including but not limited to the Auto-oriented Commercial Corridor designation; and,
    • the recommended amendment in conformity with the in-force and effect policies of the Southwest Area Secondary Plan. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by LIUNA 1059 Training Fund Management Inc., relating to the property located at 635 Wilton Grove Road, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Light Industrial (LI1) Zone TO a Light Industrial Special Provision (LI4(_)) Zone;

    it being noted that no individuals spoke at the public participation meeting associated with this matter;

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

    • the recommended amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;
    • the recommended amendment conforms to the in-force policies of The London Plan, including but not limited to the Light Industrial Place Type;
    • the recommended amendment conforms to the in-force policies of the 1989 Official Plan, including but not limited to the Light Industrial designation; and,
    • the recommended amendment conforms to the Southwest Area Secondary Plan. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Colin McClure (Norquay Developments), relating to lands described as Lots 50, 51 and 61 & Lots 62 through 89, inclusive, Registered Plan No. 33M-768 (formerly 810 Westdel Bourne), the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone TO a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-4( )) Zone, and FROM a Residential R1 (R1-8) Zone TO a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-8( )) Zone;

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

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

    • the recommended zoning amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), 2014, as it promotes efficient development and land use patterns; accommodates an appropriate range and mix of land uses, housing types, and densities to meet projected needs of current and future residents; and minimizes land consumption and servicing costs;
    • the recommended zoning amendment conforms to the in-force polices of The London Plan, including but not limited to the Neighbourhoods Place Type, Our Strategy, City Building and Design, Our Tools, and all other applicable London Plan policies;
    • the recommended zoning amendment conforms to the policies of the (1989) Official Plan, including but not limited to the Low Density Residential designation; and,
    • the recommended special zone provisions are appropriate and compatible with character of existing and planned low density residential development in the surrounding neighbourhood. (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment, from its meeting held on December 4, 2019:

    a) A. Lockwood, Urban Designer, BE ADVISED that the City of London Climate Change Action Plan should be incorporated into this and any future Urban Design Guidelines, specifically, taking advantage of public parking lot space to install solar panel canopies; it being noted that the Notice of Planning Application, dated November 21, 2019, from A. Lockwood, Urban Designer, with respect to an Official Plan Amendment related to the City-Wide Urban Design Guidelines, was received;

    b) the "8.0 - Recommendations" section of the Cycling Master Plan Review Working Group Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee, as appended to the agenda, BE REFERRED to the Energy Sub-Committee for review and a report back to the Advisory Committee on the Environment in January 2020;

    c) the expenditure of up to $300.00 from the 2019 Advisory Committee on the Environment (ACE) budget BE APPROVED to print copies of the Pollinator Friendly Gardens flyer, as appended to the agenda; it being noted that the ACE has sufficient funds in their 2019 budget to accommodate this expenditure; and,

    d) clauses 1.1 and 1.2, inclusive, 2.1 and 2.2, inclusive, 3.1 and 3.2, inclusive, 3.4 to 3.8, inclusive, 5.2 and 5.4 BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the City Clerk, the staff report dated January 6, 2020 and entitled “Request for Council Resolution, under section 45(1.4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 – 39T-16508, 3425 Emily Carr Lane (1160 Wharncliffe Road South)” BE RECEIVED for information. (2019-D13)



  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:A. Kayabaga

    That the following new part b), BE ADDED to the clause:

    “b)       the Managing Director, Development Services and Compliance and Chief Building Official BE AUTHORIZED to accept a Minor Variance application by S. Allen, MHBC Planning, on behalf of Goldfield Ltd., for the property located at 3425 Emily Carr Lane (1160 Wharncliffe Road South).”


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:A. Kayabaga

    Item 8, clause 2.8, as amended, BE APPROVED. 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

    Item 8 (2.8), as amended, reads as follows:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 and entitled “Request for Council Resolution, under section 45(1.4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 – 39T-16508, 3425 Emily Carr Lane (1160 Wharncliffe Road South)” (2019-D13):

    a)       the report be BE RECEIVED for information; and

    b)       the Managing Director, Development Services and Compliance and Chief Building Official BE AUTHORIZED to accept a Minor Variance application by S. Allen, MHBC Planning, on behalf of Goldfield Ltd., for the property located at 3425 Emily Carr Lane (1160 Wharncliffe Road South).

     


  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application by The Corporation of the City of London, relating to the properties located near the Hamilton Road Corridor, generally between Bathurst Street and Highbury Avenue, as identified in Appendix “A” appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020:

    a) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on January 14, 2020 to amend Chapter 10 of the Official Plan (1989) TO ADD a Specific Area Policy for the lands along the Hamilton Road Corridor as identified in Appendix “B”;

    b) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as “Appendix “C” BE INTRODUCED at a future Municipal Council meeting to amend the Official Plan (The London Plan, 2016) at such time as Map 1 and Map 7 are in full force and effect, TO ADD a Specific Policy to the Neighbourhood Place Type and to Map 7 – Specific Policy Areas;

    c) the proposed revised, attached, by-laws relating to Appendix “D”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in parts a) and b)), to amend the existing zoning of the properties identified in Appendix “D” which includes a variety of zones TO the zoning as identified in Appendix “D” to allow for an expanded range of permitted uses, an increase in permitted height, to make it easier to combine lots to create larger parcels, and to require certain design elements to ensure fit;

    d) pursuant to Section 34 (17) of the Planning Act, no further notice be given as the amendment relates to permitting, not requiring, commercial uses on the ground floor for apartment uses in Areas 1 and 3;

    e) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix "E" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in parts a) and b)), to amend the existing Parking Standard Area of the properties identified in Appendix “E” which includes properties in Parking Standard Area 2 and Parking Standard Area 3 TO Parking Standard Area 1, as identified in Appendix “E”; and,

    f) the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix "F" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law Z-1 to ADD a definition for “façade openings”, as identified in Appendix “F”;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, 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 from A. Johnson, 36 Pegler Street, with respect to this matter;

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

    • the recommended action is intended to encourage the continued revitalization of the Hamilton Road Corridor, making it easier for property owners to use existing buildings or redevelop properties. The recommended action implements several recommendations from the Hamilton Road CIP, and addresses many of the challenges property owners have identified that make it difficult to use their properties. Certain urban design requirements have also been added to ensure that future development fits with its context and supports the development of portions of Hamilton Road as a main street. (2019-D09)



  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:M. van Holst

    That clause 3.7 BE AMENDED by removing references to The London Plan in parts c) and e). 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Lehman

    That item 16, clause 3.7, as amended, BE APPROVED. 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

    Item 16 (3.7), as amended, reads as follows:

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application by The Corporation of the City of London, relating to the properties located near the Hamilton Road Corridor, generally between Bathurst Street and Highbury Avenue, as identified in Appendix “A” appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting on January 14, 2020 to amend Chapter 10 of the Official Plan (1989) TO ADD a Specific Area Policy for the lands along the Hamilton Road Corridor as identified in Appendix “B”;

    b)      the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix “C” BE INTRODUCED at a future Municipal Council meeting to amend the Official Plan (The London Plan, 2016) at such time as Map 1 and Map 7 are in full force and effect, TO ADD a Specific Policy to the Neighbourhood Place Type and to Map 7 – Specific Policy Areas;

    c)      the proposed revised, attached, by-law relating to Appendix “D”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in part a)), to amend the existing zoning of the properties identified in Appendix “D” which includes a variety of zones TO the zoning as identified in Appendix “D” to allow for an expanded range of permitted uses, an increase in permitted height, to make it easier to combine lots to create larger parcels, and to require certain design elements to ensure fit;

    d)      pursuant to Section 34 (17) of the Planning Act, no further notice be given as the amendment relates to permitting, not requiring, commercial uses on the ground floor for apartment uses in Areas 1 and 3;

    e)      the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix "E" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in part a)), to amend the existing Parking Standard Area of the properties identified in Appendix “E” which includes properties in Parking Standard Area 2 and Parking Standard Area 3 TO Parking Standard Area 1, as identified in Appendix “E”; and,

    f)      the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 as Appendix "F" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to amend Zoning By-law Z-1 to ADD a definition for “façade openings”, as identified in Appendix “F”;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, 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 from A. Johnson, 36 Pegler Street, with respect to this matter;

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

    • the recommended action is intended to encourage the continued revitalization of the Hamilton Road Corridor, making it easier for property owners to use existing buildings or redevelop properties. The recommended action implements several recommendations from the Hamilton Road CIP, and addresses many of the challenges property owners have identified that make it difficult to use their properties. Certain urban design requirements have also been added to ensure that future development fits with its context and supports the development of portions of Hamilton Road as a main street. (2019-D09)


  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga

    That the 2nd Report of the Corporate Services Committee BE APPROVED, excluding item 4 (4.1). 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director of Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, with the concurrence of the Director, Rapid Transit, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the City-owned properties at 74 Wellington Road and 78 Wellington Road:

    a) the subject properties BE RECOMMENDED for demolition; and

    b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take all necessary steps to demolish the buildings, including completing a request for quotation for work to be completed, obtaining a demolition permit and any other activities to facilitate demolition of the improvements on the sites detailed in the report;

    it being noted that existing capital accounts and operating accounts will be drawn upon as a source of financing to carry out the subject demolitions.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga

    That the communications from Councillor J. Morgan regarding the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Board of Directors and Advocacy Days 2019 meeting held November 26 - 29, 2019 in Ottawa, Ontario BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga

    That the 2nd Report of the City Manager Search Committee, from its meeting held on December 16, 2019 BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga

    That the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 6, 2020 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 to repeal Council Policy By-law No. CPOL.-115-367, as amended by By-law No. CPOL.115(a)-418, being "Issuance of Proclamations Policy" and replace it with a new Council policy entitled "Issuance of Proclamations Policy"; it being noted that this policy will be enacted as a pilot project to be reviewed one year after implementation.


    Yeas: (9)A. Kayabaga, Mayor E. Holder, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (6)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, and M. van Holst

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:M. van Holst
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That Council recess until 7:30 PM.



    Motion Passed


    The Council recesses at 6:39 PM and resumes at 7:30 PM, with all Members present except Councillors M. Cassidy, P. Van Meerbergen, and A. Kayabaga.


  • Motion made by:S. Lewis
    Seconded by:M. Salih

    That Council convene, In Closed Session, for the purpose of receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, as it relates to potential proclamation policy.


    Yeas: (12)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (3)A. Kayabaga, P. Van Meerbergen, and M. Cassidy

    Motion Passed (12 to 0)

    The Council rises and convenes, In Closed Session, at 7:30 PM, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair and all Members present, except Councillors M. Cassidy, P. Van Meerbergen, and A. Kayabaga.

    The Council, In Closed Session, rises at 7:43 PM, and resumes in public session at 7:46 PM, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair and all Members present.


  • Motion made by:E. Peloza
    Seconded by:P. Squire


    That clause 4.1 BE AMENDED to include the following new part b):

    b) that, notwithstanding the Issuance of Proclamations Policy of the City of London, the following history/ heritage month observances, established under Government of Canada federal statutes, orders in council and resolutions of the Senate or of the House of Commons be proclaimed, annually, by the City of London Council:

    • Black History Month (February)
    • Asian Heritage Month (May)
    • National Aboriginal History Month (June)
    • Women’s History Month (October)

    Motion to amend Clause 4.1 WITHDRAWN at the request of the mover and the seconder.



  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the 1st Report of the Civic Works Committee BE APPROVED, excluding items 7, 9, 10, 11 and 18.


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That Councillor E. Peloza BE ELECTED Vice-Chair of the Civic Works Committee for the term ending November 30, 2020.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the 11th Report of the Transportation Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on November 26, 2019:

    a) the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to review the attached Street Parking Review Working Group Report, from its meeting held on November 6, 2019, and provide the requested statistics to the above-noted Working Group; and,

    b) clauses 1.1, 2.1 to 2.4, and 3.1 to 3.7 BE RECEIVED.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    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 assignment of consulting services for the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Integration of the Organic Rankine Cycle Engine System:

    a) Stantec Consulting Ltd., BE APPOINTED Consulting Engineers for the SCADA Integration and PLC Programming services for the Greenway Organic Rankine Cycle system, in the amount of $245,823.00, including a $25,000.00 contingency (excluding HST) in accordance with Section 15.2 d) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;

    b) the financing for the project BE APPROVED in accordance with the “Sources of Financing Report” as appended to the staff report dated January 7, 2020;

    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. (2019-E08/H11)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

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

    a) the proposal submission by G-Tel Engineering for the three (3) years as the initial term, and two (2) optional additional terms of one (1) year each, at the sole discretion of the City, BE ACCEPTED in accordance with the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;

    b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this purchase;

    c) approval herein BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract record relating to the subject matter of this approval; and,

    d) the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract, statement of work or other documents, if required, to give effect to these recommendations. (2019-L04)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    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 Gordon Sanitary Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation project:

    a) Dillon Consulting Limited BE APPOINTED Consulting Engineers for the detailed design and contract administration at an upset amount of $189,200.00 (excluding HST), in accordance with Section 15.2 (g) 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 as appended to the staff report dated January 7, 2020;

    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 work to be completed; 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. (2019-T04)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the replacement of waterworks clam trucks with dump bodies:

    a) the submission from FRF Hydraulic Incorporated, 431 Henry Street, Brantford Ontario, N3S 7V6, BE ACCEPTED for the supply and delivery of two (2) Waterworks Clam Trucks with Dump Bodies at a total purchase price of $427,690.00 ($213,845.00 per unit), excluding HST;

    b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this purchase;

    c) approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract or having a purchase order, or contract record relating to the subject matter of this approval; and,

    d) the funding for this purchase BE APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing Report as appended to the staff report dated January 7, 2020. (2019-L04)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 7, 2020, to amend By-law PS-113 entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London", BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020. (2019-T08/P01)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the petition signed by approximately 22 individuals, with respect to traffic calming measures on Millbank Drive, BE RECEIVED and BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration for action, where appropriate. (2019-T08)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the communication dated December 10, 2019 from J. Kogelheide, with respect to road cutting and construction planning, BE RECEIVED. (2019-T10)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the attached presentation from A.M. Valastro, with respect to Municipal Parking Lot #10, BE RECEIVED. (2019-T08/P01)



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the Deferred Matters List as at December 17, 2019, BE RECEIVED.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the Waste Management Working Group, from its meeting held on December 18, 2019:

    a) that, on the recommendation of the Director, Environment, Fleet and Solid Waste, the three Alternative Methods for the proposed expansion of the W12A landfill, as explained in the attached staff report dated December 18, 2019, BE SUPPORTED IN PRINCIPLE for release to the public for the upcoming Open Houses tentatively scheduled for February 2020; and,

    b) clauses 1.1, 1.2, 3.1 to 3.4, and 4.1 BE RECEIVED.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That Items 9 (2.1) and 18 (5.3), BE APPROVED. 

     

    9.     (2.1)  11th Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee

    That the 11th report of the Cycling Advisory Committee (CAC) BE REFERRED back to the CAC for re-submission to the Civic Works Committee with a completed 2020 work plan for Council consideration and approval.

    18.   (5.3)  1st Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee

    That the 1st report of the Cycling Advisory Committee (CAC) BE REFERRED back to the CAC for re-submission to the Civic Works Committee with a completed 2020 work plan for Council consideration and approval.


    Yeas: (7)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, P. Squire, and J. Morgan
    Nays: (8)A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Failed (7 to 8)
  • Motion made by:S. Lewis
    Seconded by:M. van Holst

    That a new part b) be added to the motion to require that the Cycling Advisory Committee BE REQUIRED to submit the 2020 Work Plan with their next meeting.  


    Yeas: (8)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, and P. Squire
    Nays: (7)A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (8 to 7)
  • Motion made by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Peloza

    That the 11th Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee and the 1st Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee BE RECEIVED. 



  • Motion made by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Peloza

    The motion, as amended, be approved:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Cycling Advisory Committee:

    a) the 11th Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee and the 1st Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee BE RECEIVED and,

    b) the Cycling Advisory Committee BE REQUIRED to submit the 2020 Work Plan with their next meeting.


    Yeas: (14)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, and S. Turner
    Nays: (1)A. Hopkins

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    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 Downtown Loop and Municipal Infrastructure Improvements:

    a) AECOM Canada Ltd. BE APPOINTED Consulting Engineers for the Downtown Loop and Municipal Infrastructure Improvements at an upset amount of $3,345,245 including contingency (excluding HST), in accordance with Section 15.2 (e) of the Procurement of Goods and Services policy;

    b) the financing for this appointment BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report as appended to the staff report dated January 7, 2020;

    c) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this appointment;

    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. (2019-T06)


    Yeas: (13)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (2)P. Van Meerbergen, and M. van Holst

    Motion Passed (13 to 2)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the potential role of electric kick-style (e-scooters) in London:

    a) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to prepare a plan and initiate a process to determine how a Pilot Project might be undertaken in London, including the advantages and disadvantages of a program, key stakeholder input (e.g., Middlesex London Health Unit, London Police Services), potential restrictions on where scooters may be used, amendments that would be required to City by-laws, how this would apply to a personal (owned) scooter versus a scooter-sharing program, and seek community input; and,

    b) the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to modify the Bike Share Request for Proposal (RFP) process to also obtain the most current details from scooter-sharing system operators and separate pricing and/or operating arrangements to potentially implement a Pilot Project in London; it being noted that Bike Share and scooter-sharing details will be handled separately and reviewed during the RFP process. (2019-T10)


    Yeas: (14)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)S. Turner

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated January 7, 2020, to amend By-law PS-113 entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London", BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on January 14, 2020 (2019-T08).


    Yeas: (14)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the 1st Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee BE APPROVED, excluding item 2 (2.1).


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That it BE NOTED that some Members advised of potential pecuniary interests that would be noted specifically throughout the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget consideration process.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Draft 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget, including the Tax-Supported Operating, Capital, Water and Wastewater Treatment Budgets:

    a) the Draft Budget documents BE RECEIVED and BE REFERRED to the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget process;

    b) the attached overview presentation by the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer BE RECEIVED; and,

    c) the City Clerk BE DIRECTED to make the necessary arrangements to schedule a second Public Participation Meeting at a Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee meeting to be held on Thursday, February 13, 2020 commencing at 6:00 PM, to receive further public input regarding the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget;

    it being noted that the following documents were provided to the Members, and are available on the City website: the 2020-2023 Draft Tax Supported Budget; 2020-2023 Draft Water and Wastewater & Treatment Budget and 2020-2023 Draft Business Cases.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the 2020-2023 Middlesex-London Paramedics Services Budget, submitted by Middlesex County:

    a) the Mayor BE REQUESTED to submit a letter to Middlesex County Council seeking:

    i) consideration that any approved increases to the Middlesex-London Paramedic Services Budget not exceed the percentage increase provided for by the Ministry of Health; and,
    ii) the current funding ratio for the Province and the municipalities for the provision of services be maintained;

    b) the Mayor BE REQUESTED to submit a letter to the Minister of Health seeking clarification as to the level of funding that would be provided for inflationary and service level increases for the provision of paramedic services;

    c) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to investigate and report back through the Community and Protective Services Committee, on options that might be available to the City of London to increase the City's involvement in the management oversight and service delivery functions of the Middlesex-London Paramedic Services; and

    d) the attached presentation from the Chief Administrative Officer of the County of Middlesex and the Chair of the Middlesex-London Emergency Services Authority BE RECEIVED.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the staff report dated December 17, 2019 with respect to reviewing the development charges grant programs available through the City of London’s Downtown and Industrial Lands Community Improvement Plans to consider a reduced level of subsidy BE RECEIVED for information;


    it being noted that the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee received a delegation from C. Butler with respect to this matter.


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the 2nd Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee BE APPROVED, excluding item 5 (5.1). 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the staff report dated January 7, 2020 with respect to a summary of the feedback on the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget, from public engagement activities undertaken through December 2, 2019, BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following recommendation with respect to business cases for potential net levy reductions BE REFERRED to the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget deliberations:

    “dd) That the following 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget Business Cases for Potential Net Levy Reductions BE CONSIDERED:

    i) Business Case 26 - Eliminate Curbside Christmas Tree Collection – 2020-2023 Total Investment ($120,000); Net Levy ($120,000)
    ii) Business Case 27 - London Public Library - Eliminate Planned Security Enhancements – 2020-2023 Total Investment ($107,000); Net Levy ($107,000)
    iii) Business Case 28 - London Public Library - Eliminate Planned Staffing Increase – 2020-2023 Total Investment ($42,000); Net Levy ($42,000)
    iv) Business Case 29 - London Public Library – Promissory Note Forgiveness - 2020-2023 Total Investment ($912,000); Net Levy ($717,000)
    v) Business Case 30 - London Public Library - Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending Program – 2020-2023 Total Investment ($188,000); Net Levy ($188,000)
    vi) Business Case 31 - Multi-Residential Sector Fee Increase for Waste Collection – 2020-2023 Total Investment $0; Net Levy ($900,000)
    vii) Business Case 32 - Museum London - Exhibitions and Programs Reductions - 2020-2023 Total Investment ($236,000); Net Levy ($236,000)
    viii) Business Case 33 - Reduce Road Network Improvements for Minor Streets – 2020-2023 Total Investment ($3,200,000); Net Levy ($3,200,000)
    ix) Business Case 34 - Transfer portion of Conservation Authority costs to Wastewater & Treatment Budget – 2020-2023 Total Investment ($11,544,000); Net Levy ($11,554,000).”



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the transit routes along Richmond Street and Western Road between the Masonville Transit Hub, Western University and the Downtown:

    a) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to work with London Transit Commission to identify:

    i) enhancements to roadway geometry, including, but not limited to, intersection design;
    ii) traffic controls, including signal design and operations;
    iii) transit routing and stop locations; and
    iv) other potential short and long term improvements to enhance transit service and connectivity along these corridors; and,

    b) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back to a future meeting of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee, in advance of the next project intake opportunity for the Public Transit Infrastructure Funding – Transit Stream Program, with the results of the review set out in a) above.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That Melanie O'Brien, Owner of Madison's Boutique & Consignment, BE APPOINTED to the Argyle BIA for the term ending November 15, 2022.



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the appointments to the RBC Place London Board of Directors:

    a) Murphy Pettypiece (digital/business) and Susan Judd (agriculture/agrifoods/tourism), Class 1, BE APPOINTED for the term ending November 15, 2023; and,

    b) Garret Vanderwyst (sustainability business), Class 2, BE APPOINTED for the term ending November 15, 2020;

    it being noted that Peter White, education sector, will remain on the Board in a mentor ship role as Past Chair as a non-voting member until December 31, 2020.



    Motion Passed
  • That the following actions be taken with respect to Council appointments to the London Police Services Board:

    a) the resignation of Councillor Salih, from the Police Services Board BE ACCEPTED, effective January 16, 2020; and,

    b) subject to part a), above, consideration of an appointment to the London Police Services Board BE REFERRED to the Council meeting of January 14, 2020.



  • Election:

    Appointment to the London Police Services Board



    Majority Winner:
  • Motion made by:S. Lewis
    Seconded by:A. Kayabaga

    That nominations BE CLOSED, it being noted that Councillor M. Cassidy was nominated. 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:A. Kayabaga
    Seconded by:M. Salih

    That Councillor M. Cassidy BE APPOINTED to the London Police Services Board, for the term ending November 15, 2022. 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That part a) be approved:

    a) the resignation of Councillor Salih, from the Police Services Board BE ACCEPTED, effective January 16, 2020; and,


    Yeas: (14)S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (1)S. Lewis

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer
    Seconded by:M. Salih

    That clause 5.1, as amended, BE APPROVED. 


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

    Clause 5.1, as amended, reads as follows:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to Council appointments to the London Police Services Board:

    a) the resignation of Councillor Salih, from the Police Services Board BE ACCEPTED, effective January 16, 2020; and,

    b) that Councillor M. Cassidy BE APPOINTED to the London Police Services Board, for the term ending November 15, 2022. 


  • Motion made by:E. Peloza
    Seconded by:S. Hillier

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, with the concurrence of the Division Manager, Transportation Planning and Design and the Director, Roads and Transportation, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, with respect to the property located at 595 Adelaide Street North, further described as Part of Lot 6, west side of Adelaide Street, being the whole of PIN 08277-019 (LT), as shown on the location map attached, for the purpose of future road improvement to accommodate the Adelaide Street CP Rail Grade Separation Project, the following actions be taken:

    a) the offer submitted by 1220109 Ontario Inc., to sell the subject property to the City, for the sum of $1,521,000.00, subject to the additional conditions as outlined in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale Schedule “A” BE ACCEPTED; and,

    b) the financing for this acquisition BE APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing Report attached hereto as Appendix “A”.


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

None.

13.

  • Motion made by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:P. Van Meerbergen

    That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No.’s 26, 27, 28, 29 and 31 to 51, and the Added Bill No. 52, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer
    Seconded by:A. Hopkins

    That Second Reading of Bill No.’s 26, 27, 28, 29 and 31 to 51, and the Added Bill No. 52, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:S. Hillier
    Seconded by:E. Peloza

    That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 26, 27 27, 28, 29 and 31 to 51, and the Added Bill No. 52, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (15)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:M. van Holst
    Seconded by:S. Lehman

    That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 30 BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (14)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer
    Seconded by:A. Hopkins

    That Second Reading of Bill No. 30 BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (14)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza
    Seconded by:S. Hillier

    That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 30 BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (14)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen

    Motion Passed (14 to 1)

    The following by-laws are enacted as by-laws of The Corporation of the City of London:

    Bill
                            

    By-law

    Bill No. 26

    By-law No. A.-7928-17 – A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 14th day of January, 2020. (City Clerk)

    Bill No. 27

    By-law No. C.P.-1284(vf)-18 – A by-law to amend the Official Plan for the City of London, 1989 relating to an area of land located along the Hamilton Road Corridor, and lands north and south of the Hamilton Road Corridor. (3.7a/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 28

    By-law No. CPOL.-397-19 – A by-law to repeal Council Policy By-Law No. CPOL.-115-367, as amended by By-law No. CPOL.-115(a)-418, being “Issuance of Proclamations Policy” and replace it with a new Council policy entitled “Issuance of Proclamations Policy”. (4.1/2/CSC)

    Bill No. 29

    By-law No. L.S.P.-3484-20 – A by-law to designate 36 Pegler Street to be of cultural heritage value or interest. (City Clerk)

    Bill No. 30

    By-law No. PS-113-20044 – 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.” (2.7/1/CWC)

    Bill No. 31

    By-law No. PS-113-20045 – 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.” (2.10/1/CWC)

    Bill No. 32

    By-law No. S.-6037-21 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Cedarhollow Subdivision – Phase 4; Plan 33M-734) (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 33

    By-law No. S.-6038-22 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Claybar Subdivision – Phase 1 Stage 2; 33M-623) (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 34

    By-law No. S.-6039-23 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Warbler Woods West Subdivision – Stage 1; Plan 33M-638) (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 35

    By-law No. S.-6040-24 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Vista Woods Estates – Phase 2; 33M-687) (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 36

    By-law No. S.-6041-25 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Richmond North Subdivision – Phase 2; Plan 33M-703) (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 37

    By-law No. S.-6042-26 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume lands in the City of London as public highway.  (as widening to Riverbend Road, south of Shore Road) (Chief Surveyor - for road widening purposes on Riverbend Road)

    Bill No. 38

    By-law No. S.-6043-27 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume lands in the City of London as public highway.  (as widening to Southdale Road West, east of Bostwick Road) (Chief Surveyor – for road widening purposes on Southdale Road West)

    Bill No. 39

    By-law No. S.-6044-28 – A by-law to permit Hasmik Izmirian to maintain and use a boulevard parking area upon the road allowance for 210 Edward Street, City of London. (Manager, Licensing and Elections)

    Bill No. 40

    By-law No. S.-6045-29 – A by-law to permit Ali Khan to maintain and use a boulevard parking area upon the road allowance for 11 Edward Street, City of London. (Manager, Licensing and Elections)

    Bill No. 41

    By-law No. Z.-1-202817 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to remove holding provisions from the zoning for a portion of the lands located at 1959 Wharncliffe Road South. (2.5/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 42

    By-law No. Z.-1-202818 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 1830 Wharncliffe Road South. (3.3/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 43

    By-law No. Z.-1-202819 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 1297 Wharncliffe Road South. (3.4/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 44

    By-law No. Z.-1-202820 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 635 Wilton Grove Road. (3.5/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 45

    By-law No. Z.-1-202821 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone lands described as Lots 50, 51 and 61 & Lots 62 through 89, inclusive, Registered Plan No. 33M-768. (3.6/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 46

    By-law No. Z.-1-202822 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 1-399, 60-384, 603-945, 610-940 Hamilton Road, 453 Bathurst Street, 245, 265 Maitland Street, 495 Horton Street, 580 Grey Street, 170 Adelaide Street North, 10 Elm Street, 152 Pine Lawn Avenue, and 123 East Street, along the Hamilton Road Corridor. (3.7c/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 47

    By-law No. Z.-1-202823 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of lands located at 407-601, 414-608 Hamilton Road, 109 Rectory Street, and 209 Egerton Street, along the Hamilton Road Corridor. (3.7c/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 48

    By-law No. Z.-1-202824 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of lands located at 485 Horton Street, 162 Adelaide Street North, 150-156, 165 Dreaney Avenue, 689-695 Little Grey Street, 1-5 Pearl Street, 126-128 Inkerman Street,  128-138, 149 Mamelon Street, 11-15 Hyatt Avenue, 747-753 Little Hill Street, 31 Redan Street, 184-190 Egerton Street, 54-60, 63-65 Hydro Street, 1023-1057 Trafalgar Street, 130-138, 145, 167-173, 164-174 Price Street, 134-142, 145 Arundell Street, 19-21 Elm Street, 44-50, 53 Tennyson Street, 15-23 Hyla Street, 158-166, 167 Brisbin Street, 157-159, 180-182, 191-193 St. Julien Street, 6-8, 15 Hume Street, 156 Madison Avenue, 150, 151 Pine Lawn Avenue, 110, 119 East Street, 108-112, 117, 140, 157-159 Sanders Street, 78-82, 95, 136, 139-143 Elgin Street, 92, 101-109, and 129-137 Giles Street, north and south of the Hamilton Road Corridor. (3.7c/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 49

    By-law No. Z.-1-202825 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone lands located 90-92, 111-113, Rectory Street, 821-871 Stedwell Street, 60, 73-81 Chesley Avenue, 86 Anderson Avenue, 22, 36, 37 Pegler Street, 119-121 Smith Street, 63-69 Sackville Street, 898-914 Trafalgar Street, 961-983 Ormsby Street, 197, 217-227 Egerton Street, north and south of Hamilton Road. (3.7c/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 50

    By-law No. Z.-1-202826 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land on Hamilton Road and north and south of Hamilton Road. (3.7e/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 51

    By-law No. Z.-1-202827 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to amend Section 2 (Definitions) to provide a definition for Façade Openings. (3.7f/2/PEC)

    Bill No. 52

    By-law No. A.-7929-30 – A by-law to authorize and approve an Agreement of Purchase and Sale between The Corporation of the City of London and 1220109 Ontario Inc., for the acquisition of property located at 595 Adelaide Street North in the City of London, for the Adelaide Street North CP Grade Separation Project, and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (6.1/2/CSC)


  • Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:J. Helmer

    That the meeting BE ADJOURNED.



    Motion Passed

    The meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM.