Council

Minutes

The 5th Meeting of City Council
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2021 Meeting - Virtual Meeting during the COVID-19 Emergency
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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. Ribera, C. Saunders and B. Westlake-Power

    Remote Attendance:  L. Livingstone, J. Adema, A. Anderson, A. Barbon, G. Barrett, B. Card, K. Dickins, C. Dooling, M. Goldrup, O. Katolyk, G. Kotsifas, T. Macbeth, J. Mackay, D. O'Brien, Venetia R., J. Raycroft, K. Scherr, M. Schulthess, C. Smith, S. Stafford, B. Warner, R. Wilcox, P. Yeoman.

    The meeting was called to order at 4:03 PM, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair and all Members participating; it being noted that the following Members attended the meeting remotely:  M. van Holst, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Turner, A. Kayabaga, and S. Hillier.


Mayor E. Holder discloses a pecuniary interest in Item 17 (5.1) of the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee having to do with Item 4 of the Deferred Matters List, related to the properties at 745 and 747 Waterloo Street, by indicating that his daughter owns a business located at 745 Waterloo Street.

Councillor S. Turner discloses a pecuniary interest in the following matters:

Item 14 (2.11) of the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee, having do with the 2020 External Audit of the London’s Drinking Water Quality Management System and 2020 Management Review, by indicating that he is an employee of the Middlesex London Health Unit.

Item 3 of the 5th Report of the Council In Closed Session and related Added Bill No. 132, having to do the property acquisition of 88 Wellington Road South with respect to the Wellington Gateway Project, by indicating that he owns property in close vicinity to the Project area.

None.

None.

  • Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:M. van Holst

    That pursuant to section 6.5 of the Council Procedure By-law, the following changes in order BE APPROVED:

    a)      Stage 4 – Council, In Closed Session be considered after Stage 13- By-laws, with the exception of Bill No. 89, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 23rd day of March, which will be considered, prior to Stage 14 – Adjournment; and

    b)      Stage 9 – Added Reports –Item 9.1 – 5th Report of Council, In Closed Session be considered after Stage 4 – Council, In Closed Session.


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That the Minutes of the 4th Meeting held on February 23, 2021 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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:S. Lewis
    Seconded by:J. Morgan

    That Council convene as the Approving Authority pursuant to the provisions of the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.E.26, as amended, for the purpose of considering Communication No. 1 from the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with respect to the expropriation of the lands as may be required for the Project known as the Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project.


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Morgan
    Seconded by:P. Van Meerbergen

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with the concurrence of the Director, Roads and Transportation, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the expropriation of land as may be required for the project known as the Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project:

    a)      the Council of The Corporation of the City of London as Approving Authority pursuant to the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.26, as amended, HEREBY APPROVES the proposed expropriation of land, as described in Schedule “A”, as appended to the staff report dated March 23, 2021, in the City of London, County of Middlesex; it being noted that the reasons for making this decision are as follows:

    i)      the subject lands are required by The Corporation of the City of London for the Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project;

    ii)     the design of the project will address the current and future transportation demands along the corridor; and,

    iii)    the design is in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study Recommendations for the Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project approved by Municipal Council at the meeting held on September 25, 2018; and,

    b)      subject to the approval of a) above, a certificate of approval BE ISSUED by the City Clerk on behalf of the Approving Authority in the prescribed form.

    It being noted that no requests for Hearings of Necessity were received. (2021-L07/T04)


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:S. Lewis
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That the meeting of the Approving Authority BE ADJOURNED and that the Municipal Council reconvene in regular session.


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, with the concurrence of the Director, Roads and Transportation and on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the expropriation of land as may be required for the project known as the Fanshawe Park Road / Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated March 23, 2021 as Appendix “A” being “A by-law to expropriate lands in the City of London, in the County of Middlesex, the Fanshawe Park Road / Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project: BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021;

    b)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take all necessary steps to prepare a plan or plans showing the Expropriated Lands and to register such plan or plans in the appropriate registry or land titles office, pursuant to the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.26, within three (3) months of the Approving Authority granting approval of the said expropriation;

    c)      the Mayor and City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to sign on behalf of the Expropriating Authority, the plan or plans as signed by an Ontario Land Surveyor showing the Expropriated Lands; and,

    d)      the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED AND DIRECTED to execute and serve the notices of expropriation required by the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.26 and such notices of possession that may be required to obtain possession of the Expropriated Lands. (2021-L07/T04)


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:A. Hopkins
    Seconded by:P. Van Meerbergen

    That the following communications related to the matters listed below BE RECEIVED and BE REFERRED, as noted on the Added Agenda:

    6.3      Wharncliffe Road South Improvements:  100 Stanley Street Update (Refer to Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 11 (2.3) of the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee).

    6.4      Dundas Place - Temporary Bicycle Lanes and Revised Parking Limits (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 12 (2.8) of the 3rd Report of Civic Works Committee).

    6.5      Blue Community Program (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 15 (3.1) of the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee)

    6.6      New Sidewalks in 2021 Infrastructure Reconstruction Projects (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 2 (3.1) of the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee).

    6.7      Application 100 Fullarton Street (Refer to the Civic Works Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 10 (3.4) of the 4th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee).

    6.8      Demolition Request for Heritage Designated Property at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue by Old Oak Properties (Refer to the Planning and Environment Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 11 (3.5) of the 4th Report of Planning and Environment Committee) 

    6.9      Application - 403 Thompson Road - File OZ-9290 (Refer to the Planning and Environment Committee Stage for Consideration with Item13 (3.7) of the 4th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee)

    6.10    Application - 345 Sylvan Street - File OZ-9290 (Refer to the Planning and Environment Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 14 (3.8) of the 4th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee)

    6.11    Core Area Community Improvement Plan (O-9257) - Core Area Community Improvement Plan Financial Incentive Program Guidelines (Refer to Planning and Environment Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 14 (3.8) of the 4th Report of Planning and Environment Committee)

    6.12    Vacant Buildings By-law Review (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 15 (3.9) of the 5th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee)

    6.13    Property Standards By-law Review (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 14 (3.3) of the 5th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee)

    6.14    Tow Truck Business and Impound Yard Storage Business Licence By-law Amendment (Refer to the Community and Protective Services Committee Stage for Consideration with Item 15 (3.4) of the 5th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee)


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Items 11 (2.3), 12 (2.8), 14 (2.11), 15 (3.1) and 17 (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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    Mayor E. Holder discloses a pecuniary interest in Item 5.1 of the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee, having to do with Item 4 of the Deferred Matters List, related to the properties at 745 and 747 Waterloo Street, by indicating that his daughter owns a business located at 745 Waterloo Street.

    Councillor S. Turner discloses a pecuniary interest in Item 2.11 of the 3rd Report of the Civic Works Committee, having to do with the 2020 External Audit of London's Drinking Water Quality Management System and 2020 Management Review, by indicating that he is an employee of the Middlesex London Health Unit.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That the 1st Report of the Cycling Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 17, 2021, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Appointment of a Consulting Engineer for the Dingman Drive Improvements Project:

    a)      AECOM Canada Ltd. BE APPOINTED Consulting Engineers to complete the detailed design and tendering services of the Dingman Drive Improvements Project, in the total amount of $490,426.00, including contingency (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 above-noted staff report;

    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. (2021-T05)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    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 March 2, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021, to:

    a)     authorize and approve a cost-sharing Agreement, as appended to the above-noted by-law, between Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario, represented by the Minister of Transportation, and The Corporation of the City of London for the construction of the Dingman Drive bridge; and,

    b)     authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement. (2021-T05)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Greenway and Adelaide Wastewater Treatment Plants Climate Change Resiliency Class Environmental Assessment Contract Award:

    a)     Matrix Solutions Inc. BE APPOINTED Consulting Engineers in the amount of $304,543.00, including 10% contingency (excluding HST), in accordance with Section 15.2 (e) 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, as appended to the above-noted staff report;

    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. (2021-E05)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Contract Award for the 2021 Watermain Cleaning and Relining Program, RFT 20-23:

    a)     the bid submitted by Fer-Pal Construction Ltd., 171 Fenmar Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L 1M7, at its tendered price of $6,000,869.51 (excluding H.S.T.), for the 2021 Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining program, BE ACCEPTED; it being noted that this is the second year of a three year contract submitted by Fer-Pal Construction Ltd. and where unit prices were carried over from the original tendered contract plus a two percent increase plus an increase for CPI as stipulated in the original contract; it being further noted that the original bid submitted by Fer-Pal Construction Ltd. in 2020 was the lower of two bids received and the City has the sole discretion to renew the contract based on price and performance;

    b)     the financing for this project BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report;

    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 (RFT 20-23); 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. (2021-E08/L04)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    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 March 2, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law PS-113, entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London”. (2021-P08/T01)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Award of Consulting Engineering Services for the Detailed Design and Tendering for a New Landfill Gas Flaring Station:

    a)     Comcor Environmental Ltd. BE APPOINTED to carry out the Environmental Protection Act approval, detailed design and tendering for a new landfill gas flaring station, in the total amount of $221,029, including contingency of $28,830 (excluding HST), in accordance with Section 15.2 (g) of the City of London’s Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;

    b)     the flaring station BE DESIGNED, based on the assumption that the landfill expansion is approved to proceed;

    c)     design and tendering for the new flaring station BE INITIATED prior to receiving Environmental Protection Act approval for the project; it being noted that the tender will include clauses that the award is subject to Environmental Protection Act approval;

    d)     the financing for this project BE APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report;

    e)     the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with these purchases; 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.(2021-E07)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    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 March 2, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021, to:

    a)     authorize and approve Amending Agreement No. 2, as appended to the above-noted by-law, to the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) Phase One (Ontario) Transfer Payment Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario and The Corporation of the City of London;

    b)     authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the above-noted Agreement No. 2;

    c)     authorize the Managing Director Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer to approve future Amending Agreements to the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) Phase One (Ontario) Transfer Payment Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario and The Corporation of the City of London, provided it does not increase the indebtedness or liabilities of The Corporation of the City of London;

    d)     authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute any Amending Agreement to the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) Phase One (Ontario) Transfer Payment Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario and The Corporation of the City of London approved by the Managing Director Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer under section 3 of the above-noted by-law; and,

    e)     authorize the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer and the City Manager (or delegate) to execute any financial reports required as a condition under the above-noted Amending Agreement No. 2 and such further Amending Agreements as may be approved under section 3 of the above-noted by-law. (2021-T03)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the of the Director, Development Services, the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021, to approve the renaming of a portion of Darlington Place lying south of Kettering Place to Lot 9, Concession 1, Part 2 of Reference Plan 33R-19902 within Registered Plan 33M-773, to Barn Swallow Place. (2021-T00)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to a summary of Community Employment Benefits requirements under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP):

    a)     the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED; and,

    b)     the communication dated March 1, 2021, from S. Middleton, United Way Elgin-Middlesex, the communication dated March 1, 2021, from M. Courey, Inclusive Economy London and Region, BE RECEIVED; it being noted that delegations from S. Middleton and M. Courey, with respect to this matter, were received. (2021-S04)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the New Sidewalks in 2021 Infrastructure Reconstruction Projects:

    a)     the requests for delegation by the following individuals, with respect to this matter, BE APPROVED for the Special Civic Works Committee meeting to be held on March 15, 2021:

    · E. Craven;
    · J. McColl;
    · A. Harris-Schulz;
    · M. Mannering;
    · S. Connolly;

    b)     the communications from the following individuals, as appended to the Agenda and the Added Agenda with respect to this matter, BE RECEIVED:

    · J. Lucente;
    · F. Lucente;
    · A. and H. Spriet;
    · K. McCabe;
    · J. and S. Miller;
    · E. Craven;
    · D. McCagherty;
    · J. Stewart;
    · J. Miller and J. Lucente;
    · M. and D. Kernohan;
    · B. Derksen;
    · W. Yovetich and R. Tribe;
    · H. Lightbody;
    · M. Judson;
    · E. Soares;
    · L. and B. McCauley;
    · L. Andrusiak;
    · S. Skaith;
    · M. and D. McKeown;
    · J. and G. Kafka;
    · E. Haddad;
    · L. Kari and S. Watt;
    · T. McLeod;
    · G. Cervoni;
    · B. and M. Kelman;
    · G. and C. Alexander;
    · J. Stock;
    · G. O’Neill and H. Maxwell;
    · S. and W. Handler;
    · J. Brown;
    · R. Tribe;
    · L. Dang;
    · J. and S. Mitchell;
    · P. Cobrin;
    · D. Cuthbert;
    · C. Cartman and A. Lim;
    · M. Mannering;
    · J., C. and J. Mount;
    · L. McColl;
    · G. Reid;
    · P. Houghton;
    · E. and J. Hoffman;
    · R. and G. Stoddart;
    · L. Seguin;
    · J. Madill;
    · J. Potter;
    · R. Frise;
    · M. Cole;
    · C. Boydell;
    · G. Morrow;
    · I.A. Connidis;
    · L. Brooke;
    · B. and V. Bradley;
    · B. and L. McGarvey;
    · A.J.;
    · S. Connolly;
    · P. and J. Gonser; and,
    · K. Haine.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed

At 4:51 PM, Mayor E. Holder places Deputy Mayor J. Morgan in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board.  

At 4:53 PM, Mayor E. Holder resumes the Chair and Deputy Mayor J. Morgan takes a seat at a the Council Board. 

  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the staff report dated March 2, 2021, with respect to the Wharncliffe Road South Improvements project and the heritage dwelling located at 100 Stanley Street BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the communication dated February 28, 2021, from K. McKeating, ACO London Region, with respect to this matter, was received. (2021-R01)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

  • Amendment:
    Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:S. Hillier

    That clause 2.3 BE AMENDED by adding the following new part to the clause:

    b)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take the necessary actions to submit an amendment to the Environmental Assessment for the Wharncliffe Road South Improvements Project to permit the demolition of the residence at 100 Stanley Street and any other necessary administrative steps to advance the Project in as timely a manner as possible;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (8 to 7)
  • Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:S. Lewis

    That Item 11 (2.3), BE APPROVED, as amended.  


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)

    Item 11 (2.3), as amended, reads as follows:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Wharncliffe Road South Improvements Project:

    a)      the staff report dated March 2, 2021 with respect to the Wharncliffe Road South Improvements Project and the heritage dwelling located at 100 Stanley Street BE RECEIVED; and,

    b)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take the necessary actions to submit an amendment to the Environmental Assessment for the Wharncliffe Road South Improvements Project to permit the demolition of the residence at 100 Stanley Street and any other necessary administrative steps to advance the Project in as timely a manner as possible;   

    it being noted that the communication dated February 28, 2021, from K. McKeating, ACO London Region, with respect to this matter was received.


At 5:13 PM, Mayor E. Holder places Deputy Mayor J. Morgan in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board. 

At 5:16 PM, Mayor E. Holder resumes the Chair and Deputy Mayor J. Morgan take his seat at the Council Board. 

  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Dundas Place and Temporary Bicycle Lanes and Revised Parking Limits:

    a)     the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED;

    b)     the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021, for the purpose of amending By-law PS-113, entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London” to replace the two-hour paid parking with one-hour free parking;

    c)     the communications from the following individuals, as appended to the Added Agenda, with respect to this matter BE RECEIVED:

    • A. Hunniford;
    • D. Isaac;
    • D. Pihlainen;
    • M. Battista;
    • S. Wright;
    • B. Cowie; and,
    • D. Vanden Boomen; and,

    d)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward a report to the March 30, 2021 Civic Works Committee meeting to amend the Traffic and Parking By-law to create a temporary bicycle lane pilot project on Dundas Place during the 2021 construction season. (2021-T02/T05)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    The motion to approve parts a) and c) is put.

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Dundas Place and Temporary Bicycle Lanes and Revised Parking Limits:

    a)     the above-noted staff report BE RECEIVED;

    c)     the communications from the following individuals, as appended to the Added Agenda, with respect to this matter BE RECEIVED:

    • A. Hunniford;
    • D. Isaac;
    • D. Pihlainen;
    • M. Battista;
    • S. Wright;
    • B. Cowie; and,
    • D. Vanden Boomen; and,


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve part b) is put.

    b)     the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021, for the purpose of amending By-law PS-113, entitled, “A by-law to regulate traffic and the parking of motor vehicles in the City of London” to replace the two-hour paid parking with one-hour free parking;


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve part d) is put.

    d)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to bring forward a report to the March 30, 2021 Civic Works Committee meeting to amend the Traffic and Parking By-law to create a temporary bicycle lane pilot project on Dundas Place during the 2021 construction season. (2021-T02/T05)


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the staff report dated March 2, 2021, with respect to the 2020 External Audit of London’s Drinking Water Quality Management System and the subsequent 2020 Management Review, BE RECEIVED. (2021-E13)


    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
    Absent: (1)S. Turner

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Blue Community Program:

    a)     the staff report dated, March 2, 2021 entitled “Blue Community Program”, BE RECEIVED;

    b)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to undertake the necessary actions for the City of London to become a “Blue Community”; and,

    c)     the Municipal Council CONFIRMS its commitment to the following matters:

    i)      the provision of water is a Human Right and water will be provided to all residents despite their ability to pay for the service;
    ii)     the sale of bottled water will continue to be restricted in City of London facilities;
    iii)    the water and wastewater systems that provide services to residents will continue to be publicly owned and operated;

    it being noted that a delegation from L. Brown, Blue Community Committee, with respect to this matter, was received.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    The motion to approve parts a) and b) is put.

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Blue Community Program:

    a)     the staff report dated, March 2, 2021 entitled “Blue Community Program”, BE RECEIVED;

    b)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to undertake the necessary actions for the City of London to become a “Blue Community”; and,

    it being noted that a delegation from L. Brown, Blue Community Committee, with respect to this matter, was received.


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve parts c) i) and ii) is put.

    c)     the Municipal Council CONFIRMS its commitment to the following matters:

    i)      the provision of water is a Human Right and water will be provided to all residents despite their ability to pay for the service;
    ii)     the sale of bottled water will continue to be restricted in City of London facilities;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve part c) iii) is put.

    c)     the Municipal Council CONFIRMS its commitment to the following matters:

    iii)    the water and wastewater systems that provide services to residents will continue to be publicly owned and operated;


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That the Civic Works Committee Deferred Matters List, as at February 22, 2021, BE RECEIVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That the 4th Report of the Civic Works Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Item 2 (3.1).


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 15, 2021 being “A by-law to approve and authorize the execution of the Transfer Payment Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation and the City of London for the reimbursement of funds under the Safe Restart Agreement - Phase 2 Municipal Transit Funding", BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021. (2021-S08/T03/F11)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • At 5:39 PM, Mayor E. Holder places Deputy J. Morgan in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board. 

    At 5:40 PM, Mayor E. Holder resumes the Chair and Deputy J. Morgan takes his seat at the Council Board.

    Motion made by:E. Peloza

    That the following actions be taken with respect to new sidewalks in 2021 infrastructure reconstruction projects:

    a)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to consider the following:

    i)      narrowing pavement widths to 6.5 metres (or as narrow as 6.0 metres, if necessary) in order to reduce the risk of destabilizing existing trees, as well as curb-facing sidewalks;
    ii)      removal of on-street parking on one side of the street;
    iii)     sidewalk widths of 1.5 metres; and.
    iv)     implementation of construction techniques that may be more labour-intensive, but could increase the likelihood of retaining more of the existing trees, while adding sidewalks; and,

    b)     Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to move the proposed sidewalk on the West side of Imperial Road to the East side of Imperial Road;

    it being noted that the delegations from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

    • R. Standish
    • S. Nazarian
    • L. Dang
    • P. Cobrin
    • T. Hutchinson
    • G. Pavlov
    • L. Kari
    • J. Menard
    • J. Preston
    • D. Cuthbert
    • J. Cuthbert
    • H. Post
    • A.M. Grantham
    • S. Skelton
    • P. Traylen
    • D. Gibbs
    • B. Gibbs
    • D. McCagherty
    • J. P. New
    • R. Rudell
    • F. Lucente
    • J. Lucente
    • P. Hubert
    • R. Tribe
    • W. Handler
    • J. McColl
    • A. Harris-Schulz
    • M. Mannering
    • S. Connolly;

    it being noted that the communications from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

    • M. Box
    • L. Savage
    • N. Fulford
    • C. Pawlowski
    • P. and D. Hayman
    • J. Klassen
    • S. Franke
    • P. and B. Traylen
    • A. Kenzie
    • J. and W. McGregor
    • J. Kingsley
    • G. Glinavs
    • D. Waithe
    • P. MacLennan
    • V. Garfat
    • S. Mahipaul
    • C. Golder and K. Yano;

    it being further noted that the resubmitted staff report dated February 9, 2021, with respect to this matter, was received (2021-T04).



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    The motion to approve part a), is put.

    That the following actions be taken with respect to new sidewalks in 2021 infrastructure reconstruction projects:

    a)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to consider the following:

    i)      narrowing pavement widths to 6.5 metres (or as narrow as 6.0 metres, if necessary) in order to reduce the risk of destabilizing existing trees, as well as curb-facing sidewalks;
    ii)      removal of on-street parking on one side of the street;
    iii)     sidewalk widths of 1.5 metres; and.
    iv)     implementation of construction techniques that may be more labour-intensive, but could increase the likelihood of retaining more of the existing trees, while adding sidewalks; and,


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:S. Hillier
    Seconded by:P. Van Meerbergen

    That a twenty minute recess BE APPROVED. 



    Motion Passed

    The Council recesses at 6:39 PM and resumes at 7:00 PM. 


  • Motion made by:E. Peloza

    The motion to approve part b), is put.

    b)    the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to move the proposed sidewalk on the West side of Imperial Road to the East side of Imperial Road;

    it being noted that the delegations from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

    • R. Standish
    • S. Nazarian
    • L. Dang
    • P. Cobrin
    • T. Hutchinson
    • G. Pavlov
    • L. Kari
    • J. Menard
    • J. Preston
    • D. Cuthbert
    • J. Cuthbert
    • H. Post
    • A.M. Grantham
    • S. Skelton
    • P. Traylen
    • D. Gibbs
    • B. Gibbs
    • D. McCagherty
    • J. P. New
    • R. Rudell
    • F. Lucente
    • J. Lucente
    • P. Hubert
    • R. Tribe
    • W. Handler
    • J. McColl
    • A. Harris-Schulz
    • M. Mannering
    • S. Connolly;

    it being noted that the communications from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

    • M. Box
    • L. Savage
    • N. Fulford
    • C. Pawlowski
    • P. and D. Hayman
    • J. Klassen
    • S. Franke
    • P. and B. Traylen
    • A. Kenzie
    • J. and W. McGregor
    • J. Kingsley
    • G. Glinavs
    • D. Waithe
    • P. MacLennan
    • V. Garfat
    • S. Mahipaul
    • C. Golder and K. Yano;

    it being further noted that the resubmitted staff report dated February 9, 2021, with respect to this matter, was received (2021-T04).


    Yeas: (11)S. Lewis, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (4)S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, Mayor E. Holder, and M. van Holst

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (11 to 4)
  • Motion made by:P. Squire
    Seconded by:S. Lehman

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part c):

    c)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Abbey Rise (plus Scarlett connection to Wychwood) BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:P. Squire
    Seconded by:P. Van Meerbergen

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part d):

    d)       notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Friars Way BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:P. Squire
    Seconded by:E. Peloza

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part e):

    e)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Doncaster Avenue and Doncaster Place BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:S. Hillier

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part f):

    f)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Bartlett Crescent BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

     


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman
    Seconded by:S. Lewis

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part g):

    g)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on St. Anthony Road BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman
    Seconded by:S. Hillier

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part h):

    h)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Tarbart Terrace BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (8 to 7)
  • Motion made by:S. Hillier
    Seconded by:P. Squire

    That Item 2 (3.1) BE AMENDED by adding the following new part i):

    i)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on East Afton Place BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (9 to 6)
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza
    Seconded by:S. Lewis

    That Item 2 (3.1), as amended, BE APPROVED. 


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (12 to 3)

    Item 2 (3.1) as amended, reads as follows:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to new sidewalks in 2021 infrastructure reconstruction projects:

    a)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to consider the following:

    i)      narrowing pavement widths to 6.5 metres (or as narrow as 6.0 metres, if necessary) in order to reduce the risk of destabilizing existing trees, as well as curb-facing sidewalks;
    ii)      removal of on-street parking on one side of the street;
    iii)     sidewalk widths of 1.5 metres; and.
    iv)     implementation of construction techniques that may be more labour-intensive, but could increase the likelihood of retaining more of the existing trees, while adding sidewalks; and,

    b)     Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to move the proposed sidewalk on the West side of Imperial Road to the East side of Imperial Road;

    it being noted that the delegations from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

    • R. Standish
    • S. Nazarian
    • L. Dang
    • P. Cobrin
    • T. Hutchinson
    • G. Pavlov
    • L. Kari
    • J. Menard
    • J. Preston
    • D. Cuthbert
    • J. Cuthbert
    • H. Post
    • A.M. Grantham
    • S. Skelton
    • P. Traylen
    • D. Gibbs
    • B. Gibbs
    • D. McCagherty
    • J. P. New
    • R. Rudell
    • F. Lucente
    • J. Lucente
    • P. Hubert
    • R. Tribe
    • W. Handler
    • J. McColl
    • A. Harris-Schulz
    • M. Mannering
    • S. Connolly;

    it being noted that the communications from the following individuals, with respect to this matter, were received:

    • M. Box
    • L. Savage
    • N. Fulford
    • C. Pawlowski
    • P. and D. Hayman
    • J. Klassen
    • S. Franke
    • P. and B. Traylen
    • A. Kenzie
    • J. and W. McGregor
    • J. Kingsley
    • G. Glinavs
    • D. Waithe
    • P. MacLennan
    • V. Garfat
    • S. Mahipaul
    • C. Golder and K. Yano;

    c)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Abbey Rise (plus Scarlett connection to Wychwood) BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    d)       notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Friars Way BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    e)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Doncaster Avenue and Doncaster Place BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    f)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Bartlett Crescent BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    g)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on St. Anthony Road BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    h)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on Tarbart Terrace BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    i)     notwithstanding the requirements set out in the London Plan and the warranted sidewalk program with respect to the installation of sidewalk infrastructure, the proposed new sidewalk to be located on East Afton Place BE REMOVED from the approved road reconstruction project for the subject street;

    it being further noted that the resubmitted staff report dated February 9, 2021, with respect to this matter, was received (2021-T04).


  • Motion made by:P. Squire
    Seconded by:J. Morgan

    That a five minute recess BE APPROVED.  



    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That the 4th Report of the Planning and Environment Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Item 13 (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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That the 1st Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment, from its meeting held on February 3, 2021, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, City Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the draft Masonville Secondary Plan:

    a)      the draft Masonville Secondary Plan, appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE RECEIVED; and,

    b)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to circulate the draft Masonville Secondary Plan noted in a) above, to receive public input from the community and stakeholders;

    it being noted that a public participation meeting will be held on March 29, 2021 before the Planning and Environment Committee to gather public feedback on the draft Masonville Secondary Plan; and,

    it being further noted that that the input received through the above-noted public consultation processes, and the outcome of supporting studies, will be used to undertake informed revisions to the draft Masonville Secondary Plan and implementing Official Plan Amendment that will be prepared for the consideration at a future meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee. (2021-D09)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the report dated March 1, 2021, entitled “Z-1 Zoning By-law – Holding Provision Review”, BE RECEIVED for information. (2021-D14)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application of Bensy Mathew relating to the property located at 973 Gainsborough Road, the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 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 Business District Commercial (h-17*BDC) Zone TO a Business District Commercial (BDC) Zone to remove the h-17 holding provision;

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

    • the removal of the holding provision will allow for development in conformity with the Zoning By-law; and,
    • Development Services Engineering has confirmed services are available for this site. The Development Agreement and accepted engineering plans will include provisions to ensure the site is connected to the existing municipal water and sanitary sewer systems and therefore the h-17 provision is no longer required. (2021-D09)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the City Clerk, the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, being “A by-law to amend By-law C.P.-1528-486, as amended, being “A by-law to designate an area as an improvement area and to establish the board of management for the purpose of managing the Hamilton Road Business Improvement Area” by amending the Board of Management composition to provide for a Board comprised of six (6) to twelve (12) directors”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021. (2021-C05)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the 1st Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee (EEPAC), from its meeting held on February 18, 2021:

    a)       the above-noted report BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee received a delegation from S. Levin, Chair of EEPAC, regarding this matter; and,

    b)      the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to report back on the lessons learned from the relocation of the Wetland at 905 Sarnia Road; it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee received the document entitled "Compensation Wetland Monitoring - 905 Sarnia Road".



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Sifton Properties Limited relating to the property located at 6019 Hamlyn Street:

    a)       the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM an Urban Reserve (UR4) Zone, a Holding Urban Reserve (h-2*UR4) Zone, and an Environmental Review (ER) Zone, TO:

    i)        a Holding Residential R1 Special Provision (h*h-100*R1-3(_)) Zone;
    ii)       a Holding Residential R1/R4 Special Provision (h*h-100*R1-3(_)/R4-3(_)) Zone;
    iii)      a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6/R7/R8 Special Provision (h*h-100*h-155*R4-3(_)/R5-7(_)/R6-5(42)/R7(_)*D75*H20/R8-4(_)) Zone;
    iv)      an Open Space Special Provision (OS1(3)) Zone; and
    v)       an Open Space (OS5) Zone;

    b)       the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that no issues were raised at the public meeting held with respect to the application for draft plan of subdivision of Sifton Properties Limited relating to a property located at 6019 Hamlyn Street; and

    c)       the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the Approval Authority issuing draft approval of the proposed plan of residential subdivision, submitted by Sifton Properties Limited (File No. 39T-18504), prepared by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants, and certified by Jason Wilband OLS, (Project No. 12-812, dated February 10, 2021), which shows ninety-three (93) single detached lots, two (2) medium density residential blocks, three (3) parkland blocks, three (3) open space blocks, one (1) SWM facility block, two (2) road widening blocks and six (6) 0.3 m reserve blocks, all served by three (3) local/neighbourhood streets (Street A, B, C) SUBJECT TO the conditions appended as Appendix “B” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021;

    it being noted that the Municipal Council approves these applications for the following reasons:

    • the proposed and recommended amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 which promotes a compact form of development in strategic locations to minimize land consumption and servicing costs, provide for and accommodate an appropriate affordable and market-based range and mix of housing type and densities to meet the projected requirements of current and future residents;
    • the proposed and recommended amendments conform to the in-force policies of The London Plan, including but not limited to Our Strategy, Our City and the Key Directions, as well as conforming to the policies of the Neighbourhoods and Environmental Review Place Type;
    • the proposed and recommended amendments conform to the in-force policies of the 1989 Official Plan, including but not limited to the Low Density Residential designation, the Multi-Family Medium Density Residential designation, and the Environmental Review designation;
    • the proposed and recommended amendments conform to the policies of the Southwest Area Secondary Plan;
    • the proposed and recommended zoning amendments will facilitate an appropriate form of low and medium density residential development that conforms to The London Plan, the 1989 Official Plan, and the Southwest Area Secondary Plan; and,
    • the recommended draft plan supports a broad range of low and medium density residential development opportunities within the site including more intensive, mid-rise apartments along the Wonderland Road corridor. The Draft Plan has been designed to support these uses and to achieve an aesthetically-pleasing development that is pedestrian friendly, transit supportive and accessible to the surrounding community;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participating meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters. (2021-D09)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Drewlo Holding Inc. relating to the lands located at 1389 Commissioners Road East within the Summerside Subdivision:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 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 Special Provision (R1-3(7)) Zone, a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone, and a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-4(10)) Zone TO a Residential R1 (R1-2) Zone and a Residential R1 (R1-3) Zone; FROM a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-3(7)) Zone TO a Holding Residential R6 Special Provision (h-1•R6-5( )) Zone; and FROM a Holding Residential R6 (h-1•R6-5) Zone TO a Holding Residential R6 Special Provision (h-1•R6-5( )) Zone;

    b)      the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that there were no issues raised at the public meeting held with respect to the application for red-line revisions to Draft Plans of Subdivision by Drewlo Holding Inc. relating to the lands located at 1389 Commissioners Road East within the Summerside Subdivision; and,

    c)      the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that Municipal Council supports issuing draft approval of the proposed red-line revisions to the residential Draft Plans of Subdivision, SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in Appendix “B” #39T-92020 / 39T-92020-D appended to the staff report dated March 1, 2021;

    it being noted that the Municipal Council approves these applications for the following reasons:

    • the proposed red-line revisions and zoning amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), 2020, as it achieves objectives for efficient and resilient development and land use patterns. It represents development of low and medium density forms of housing, including single detached dwelling lots, townhouse and cluster forms of housing taking place within the City’s urban growth area and within previously draft-approved plans of subdivision. It also achieves objectives for promoting compact form, contributes to the neighbourhood mix of housing and densities that allows for the efficient use of land, infrastructure and public service facilities, supports the use of public transit, and increases community connectivity by eliminating cul-de-sacs;
    • the proposed draft plan revisions and zoning 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 proposed draft plan revisions and zoning conforms to the policies of the (1989) Official Plan, including but not limited to the Multi-Family, Medium Density Residential designation; and,
    • the recommended zoning amendment is considered appropriate to facilitate the proposed lot adjustments, permits an appropriate increase in density to the medium density blocks, and maintains compatibility with the form and character of existing residential development in the surrounding neighbourhood;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participating meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters. (2021-D12)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That the staff report dated March 1, 2021 entitled “100 Fullarton Street – Old Oak Properties Inc.”, BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the attached letter dated March 1, 2021 from Zelinka Priamo Ltd., agent for the Applicant, indicating the Applicant’s wish to withdraw the related Zoning By-law amendment request, was received and considered by the Planning and Environment Committee;

    it being further noted that the Planning and Environment reviewed and received the following communications with respect to this matter:

    • H. Guizzzetti
    • J. Graydon
    • S. Kopp
    • B. McQuaid
    • M. and B. Evans
    • J. Manness
    • S. Lunau
    • J. Wombwell
    • C. Jennings
    • S. Miller
    • B. Benedict
    • M. Rooks
    • G. Nicodemo
    • M. van Diepen
    • G. Priamo, Zelinka Priamo Ltd.
    • W. and D. Cherwaty
    • North Talbot Neighbourhood Association
    • P. Davis (2021-P10/R01).



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Old Oak Properties relating to the property located at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue:

    a)      the staff report dated March 1, 2021 entitled “Demolition Request for Heritage Designated Property at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue by Old Oak Properties”, BE RECEIVED; it being noted that the attached letter dated March 1, 2021 from Zelinka Priamo Ltd., agent for the Applicant, indicating the Applicant’s wish to withdraw the related request for demolition was received and considered by the Planning and Environment Committee; and

    b)      the request to demolish the buildings on the heritage designated property at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue, BE REFUSED for the following reasons:

    i)       the proposed demolition is contrary to the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 and is inconsistent with policies of The London Plan;
    ii)      the subject property continues to demonstrate significant cultural heritage value;
    iii)     the condition of the subject building does not sufficiently warrant the demolition of this heritage designated property;
    iv)    the demolition of the subject building will contribute to the continual loss of significant heritage buildings designed by Samuel Peters; and,
    v)     the proposed demolition of the building does not support previous commitments and confirm public expectations through an approved Bonus Zone that conserved the properties at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue;

    it being noted that the Planning and Environment reviewed and received the following communications with respect to this matter:

    • S. Woodward
    • J. Grainger
    • M. Rooks
    • J. Fooks
    • J. Boose
    • T. Colbridge
    • S. Bentley
    • D. Lindsay
    • R. McDowell
    • J. McDowell
    • N. Stevens
    • G. Hodder
    • M. Coles
    • J. Jacobson
    • T. Smith (2021-P10D/R01).



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Auburn Developments Ltd. pertaining to portions of the lands located at 3924 Colonel Talbot Road:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 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 Open Space Special Provision (h*OS5(9)) Zone TO an Open Space Special Provision (OS5(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1 (h*R1-3) Zone TO a Holding Open Space (h*OS1) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1 (h*R1-3) Zone TO an Open Space (OS1/OS3) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1 (h*R1-13) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1(h*R1-3) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7 (h*R5-3/R6-5/R7*H15*D30) Zone TO a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6/R7 Special Provision (h*R4-6(_)/R5-3(_)/R6-5(_)/R7*H15*D30) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7 (h*R5-3/R6-5/R7*H15*D30) Zone TO a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6/R7 Special Provision (h*R4-6(_)/R5-3/R6-5/R7*H18*D30) Zone; FROM a Residential R1/R6 Special Provision (R1-3(7)/R6-5) Zone TO a Residential R1 Special Provision (R1-3(7) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7 (h*R5-3/R6-5/R7*H15*D30) Zone TO a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6 Special Provision (h*R4-6(_)/R5-3/R6-5) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1 (h*R1-3) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1/R4 Special Provision (h*R1-1/R4-6(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1/R6 (h*R1-3/R6-5) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1/R4/R6 Special Provision (h*R1-3/R4-6(_)/R6-5) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1/R6 (h*R1-3/R6-5) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1/R4 Special Provision (h*R1-1/R4-6(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7 (h*R5-3/R6-5/R7*H15*D30) Zone TO Holding Residential R1/R4 Special Provision (h*R1-1/R4-6(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1/R4 (h*R1-13/R4-6) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1/R4 Special Provision (h*R1-1/R4-6(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7/Office (h*h-54*R5-3/R6-5/7*H15*D30*OF) Zone TO a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6 Special Provision (R4-6(_)/R5-3/R6-5) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7/Office (h*h-54*R5-3/R6-5/R7*H15*D30*OF) Zone TO a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6/R7 Special Provision/Office (h*h-54*R4-6(_)/R5-3/R6-5/7*H24*D100*OF8(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R5/R6/R7/Office (h*h-54*R5-3/R6-5/R7*H15*D30*OF) Zone TO a Holding Open Space (OS1) Zone; FROM a Residential R1 (R1-16) Zone TO a Holding Residential R4/R5/R6/R7 Special Provision/Office (h*h-54*R4-6(_)/R5-3/R6-5/7*H24*D100*OF8(_)) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1/R6 (h*h-54*R1-3/R6-5) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1/R4/R6 Special Provision (h*h-54*R1-3/R4-6(_)/R6-5) Zone; FROM a Holding Residential R1 (h*R1-3) Zone TO a Holding Residential R1/R4 Special Provision (h*R1-3/R4-6(_)) Zone; FROM a Residential R1 (R1-5) Zone TO a Residential R1 (R1-4) Zone; Special provisions for the proposed R4-6(_) zone would include an exterior side yard setback to a collector road of 4.5m where rear lots abut and 3.5m front and exterior side yard adjacent to a roundabout;

    b)      the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the proposed red-line revisions to the draft-approved plan of subdivision as submitted by Auburn Developments Ltd., prepared by Archibald, Gray and McKay Engineering Ltd. (Project No: 161403241 dated May 15, 2020), which shows property realignment of single family residential Blocks 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 28, 31 and 32, Medium Density Residential Blocks 38-41 and Block 43, Medium Density Residential Block 44, Park Blocks 46, 48 and 49 SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in Appendix “A-2” appended to the staff report dated March 1, 2021; and,

    c)      the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the following issues were raised at the public meeting held with respect to the proposed red-line revisions to the draft plan of subdivision for Heathwoods Subdivision, as submitted by Auburn Developments Ltd.:

    • traffic control on Colonel Talbot Road, Hayward Drive, Kilbourne Road; and,
    • street naming of Kilbourne Road to Hayward Drive;

    it being noted that the Municipal Council approves these applications for the following reasons:

    • the recommended zoning amendments and revisions to draft plan of subdivision are considered appropriate and consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020;
    • the proposed and recommended amendments conform to the in-force policies of The London Plan, including but not limited the policies of the Neighbourhoods Place Type;
    • the proposed and recommended amendments conform to the policies of the (1989) Official Plan, specifically Low Density Residential and Multi-Family, Medium Density Residential; and,
    • the zoning and red-line revisions as proposed are compatible and in keeping with the character of the existing neighbourhood;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participating meeting record made oral submissions regarding this matter. (2021-D09)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application Housing Development Corporation, London (HDC) relating to the property located at 345 Sylvan Street:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix "A" to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend The London Plan to create a specific policy area that permits low-rise apartment building up to 3-storeys within the Neighbourhoods Place Type on the subject lands located at 345 Sylvan Street;

    b)      the attached revised by-law appended BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM Community Facility (CF5) Zone TO a Residential R8 Special Provision (R8-4(_)) Zone;

    it being noted that the revised by-law will contain an h-5 provision; and,

    c)      the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issue through the site plan process:

    i)       Screening to be achieved through the maintenance of existing perimeter trees throughout the development process, and with replacement, as needed;
    ii)      Provision of secured bicycle parking;
    iii)     Provision of fencing for privacy; and,
    iv)     Maintenance of existing trees;

    it being noted that the Municipal Council approves these applications for the following reasons:

    • the proposed amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020, which provides affordable housing through an infill development;
    • the proposed amendments conform to the policies of The London Plan and implements the Key Directions of the Plan; and,
    • the proposed Zoning By-law amendment conforms to the policies of The London Plan upon approval of the recommended amendment;

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

    it being further noted that the Planning and Environment reviewed and received the following communications with respect to these matters:

    • K. Wood and B. Turcotte, Housing Development Corporation (2021-D09/S11).



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, City Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by The Corporation of the City of London relating to the Core Area Community Improvement Plan:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, being “A by-law to designate the Core Area Community Improvement Project Area”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021;

    b)      subject to the approval of a) above, the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “B” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, being “A by-law to amend The London Plan for the City of London, 2016, relating to Map 8 in Appendix 1 (Maps) and the Core Area Community Improvement Project Area”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021;

    c)      subject to the approval of a) above, the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “C” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, being “A by-law to adopt the Core Area Community Improvement Plan”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021;

    d)      subject to the approval of a) above, the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “D” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, being “A by-law to establish financial incentives for the Core Area Community Improvement Area”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to held on March 23, 2021; and,

    e)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “E” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, being “A by-law to amend C.P.-1467-175, as amended, being “A By-law to establish financial incentives for the Downtown Community Improvement Project Areas”, by deleting in its entirety, Schedule 3 – The Boulevard Café Grant Guidelines”, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021;

    it being noted that funding has been approved through the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Budget for the proposed Core Area Safety Audit Grant Program and Core Area Boulevard Café Grant Program, and that funding is available in the Community Improvement Plan Grant Reserve Fund to implement the proposed Core Area Sign Grant Program;

    The Municipal Council supports these applications as the Core Area CIP meets the test for community improvement, as defined in the Planning Act. Furthermore, the adoption of the Core Area CIP and the amendment to The London Plan is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 and is supported by policies of The London Plan;

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

    it being further noted that the Planning and Environment reviewed and received the following communications with respect to these matters:

    • G. A. Tucker
    • C. Butler (2021-F11A/D19).



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Housing Development Corporation, London (HDC) relating to the property located at 122 Base Line Road West:

    a)      the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that there were no issues raised at the public meeting with respect to the application for Site Plan Approval to permit the construction of a 61-unit apartment building; and

    b)      the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the Site Plan Application;

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

    • the proposed Site Plan is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, which directs development to designated growth areas and that development be adjacent to existing development;
    • the proposed Site Plan conforms to the policies of the Neighbourhoods Place Type and all other applicable policies of The London Plan.
    • the proposed Site Plan is in conformity with the policies of the Multi-Family Medium Density Residential designation of the Official Plan (1989) and will implement an appropriate form of residential intensification for the site;
    • the proposed Site Plan conforms to the regulations of the Z.-1 Zoning By-law; and,
    • the proposed Site Plan meets the requirements of the Site Plan Control By-law;

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participating meeting record made oral submissions regarding this matter. (2021-D09/S11)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That the following action be taken with respect to the 2nd Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage for its meeting held on February 10, 2021:

    a)      the London Advisory Committee on Heritage recommends that the Planning and Environment Committee support the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, that the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Old Oak Properties relating to the property located at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue that the request to demolish the buildings on the heritage designated property at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue, BE REFUSED for the following reasons:

    i)       the demolition runs contrary to the PPS-2020 and is inconsistent with policies of The London Plan;
    ii)      the property continues to demonstrate significant cultural heritage value;
    iii)     the condition of the building does not sufficiently warrant the demolition of this heritage designated property;
    iv)     the demolition will contribute to the continual loss of significant heritage buildings designed by Samuel Peters;
    v)      the demolition does not support previous commitments and confirm public expectations through an approved bonus zone that conserved the properties at 93-95 Dufferin Avenue; and,
    vi)     the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED of Municipal Council’s intention in this matter;
    it being noted that a communication, dated November 4, 2020, from K. McKeating, Architectural Conservancy Ontario – London Region, and a verbal delegation from G. Priamo and H. Garrett, Zelinka Priamo Ltd., with respect to this matter, were received.

    b)      the London Advisory Committee on Heritage recommends that the Planning and Environment Committee support the recommendation of the Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, that the application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, seeking retroactive approval for alterations completed to the heritage designated property located at 330 St James Street, in the Bishop Hellmuth Heritage Conservation District, BE REFUSED;

    it being noted that the alterations completed without Heritage Alteration Permit approval are contrary to the policies and guidelines of the Bishop Hellmuth Heritage Conservation District Plan and fail to conserve the heritage attributes of this heritage designated property;

    it being further noted that a verbal delegation from P. Brown, with respect to this matter, was received.

    c)      the London Advisory Committee on Heritage recommends that the Planning and Environment Committee support the recommendation of the 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 heritage designated property located at 179 Dundas Street, in the Downtown Heritage Conservation District, BE APPROVED with the following terms and conditions:

    • the storefront, including sign band, be reclad with smooth fiber cement board with a painted finish, as shown in the drawings included as Appendix C, as appended to the agenda; and,
    • the Heritage Alteration Permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed.

    d)      Clauses 3.1 to 4.1, inclusive and 5.3 to 6.1, inclusive, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed

At 9:26 PM, Mayor E. Holder places Deputy Mayor J. Morgan in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board. 

At 9:27 PM, Mayor E. Holder resumes the Chair and Deputy Mayor J. Morgan takes his seat at the Council Board.

  • Motion made by:P. Squire

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Housing Development Corporation, London (HDC) relating to the property located at 403 Thompson Road:

    a)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “A” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend The London Plan to create a specific policy area which permits low-rise apartment building up to 4-storeys within the Neighbourhoods Place Type on the subject lands located at 403 Thompson Road;

    b)      the proposed by-law appended as Appendix “B” to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Neighbourhood Shopping Area (NSA1) Zone TO a Residential R9 Special Provision (R9-7(_)●H14) Zone; and,

    c)       the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issues through the site plan process:

    i)        Provision of increased amenity space to support reduced unit sizing;
    ii)       Provision of perimeter trees along the south and southeast limits of the site to provide screening;
    iii)      If possible opportunities for additional parking can be explored with the applicant as the application moves forward;
    iv)      Provision of fencing; and,
    v)       Appropriate location of garbage storage to ensure consideration of adjacent neighbours;

    it being noted that the Municipal Council approves these applications for the following reasons:

    • the proposed amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020, which provides affordable housing through an infill development;
    • the proposed amendments conform to the policies of The London Plan and implements the Key Directions of the Plan; and,
    • the proposed Zoning By-law amendment conforms to the policies of The London Plan upon approval of the recommended amendment;

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

    it being further noted that the Planning and Environment reviewed and received the following communications with respect to these matters:

    • K. Wood and B. Turcotte, Housing Development Corporation (2021-D09/S11).


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That the 5th Report of the Community and Protective Services Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Items 14 (3.3) and 15 (3.4).  


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the 1st Report of the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 4, 2021, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the 1st Report of the London Housing Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 10, 2021, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the 1st Report of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on February 18, 2021, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Neighbourhood, Children and Fire Services, subject to the advice of the Fire Chief and the Deputy Fire Chief, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to an Upgrade to the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System 9.3 to 9.4 and the Migration to OnCall Analytics:

    a)     the “Fixed Price Statement of Work” submitted by Intergraph Canada Ltd., doing business as Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure division, 10921-14 Street NE, Calgary, Alberta, T3K 2L5, BE ACCEPTED for the upgrade of software for the Computer Aided Dispatch from version 9.3 to 9.4 and the migration from the existing Intergraph Business Intelligence to Hexagon OnCall Analytics – Dispatch Advantage at a total purchase price of $282,014 (excluding HST) in accordance with section 14.4(d) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;

    b)     the financing for this purchase BE APPROVED in accordance with the Sources of Financing Report, as appended to the above-noted staff report;

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

    d)     the approvals given, herein, BE CONDITIIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a formal contract, agreement or having a Purchase Order relating to the subject matter of this approval; and,

    e)     the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute any contract or other documents, if required. (2021-A03)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Acting Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Sole Source Award for the Implementation of the Giwetashkad Indigenous Homelessness Strategic Plan:

    a)     a contract BE AWARDED to Atlohsa Family Healing Services for the period of April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022, at a maximum annual allocation of $990,000, to implement the actions in The Giwetashkad Indigenous Homelessness Strategic Plan with an option to renew for up to five additional one-year terms at the City’s sole discretion, based on satisfactory services, performance, and funding/budget availability through the City of London, and/or other funding sources;

    b)     the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts which are necessary in relation to this project; and,

    c)     the approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon the Corporation entering into a Purchase of Service Agreement with Atlohsa Family Healing Services. (2021-S14)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Acting Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the following actions be taken with respect to the revised staff report dated March 2, 2021, as appended to the Added Agenda, related to the 2021-2022 Homeless Prevention Program Funding Allocations for the Single Source Procurement (#SS21-09):

    a)     the Single Source Purchase of Service Agreements BE APPROVED, as set out in the Homeless Prevention 2021-2022 Program Proposed Ontario Community Homeless Prevention Initiative Allocations, as appended to the above-noted staff report;

    b)     the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts which are necessary in relation to this matter; and,

    c)     the approval given, herein, BE CONDITIONAL upon The Corporation of the City of London entering into Purchase of Service Agreements with the above-noted Agencies. (2021-S14)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Acting Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the staff report dated March 2, 2021, with respect to A New Provincial-Municipal Vision for Social Assistance, BE RECEIVED. (2021-S04)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the staff report dated March 2, 2021, with respect to Suppressing Crime and the Theft of Gasoline and Scrap Metal, BE RECEIVED. (2021-P01)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    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 March 2, 2021, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021, to approve the demolition of abandoned buildings located at the municipal addresses of 152 Adelaide Street North, 10 Centre Street and 1420 Hyde Park Road, in the City of London, and the property shall be cleared of all buildings, structures, debris or refuse and left in a graded and levelled condition, in accordance with the City of London Property Standards By-law and Building Code Act. (2021-P01/P10D)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, and the Managing Director, Environmental and Engineering Services and City Engineer, the Managing Directors and designates BE DELEGATED authority in regulations related to business reopening supportive actions, including business application and permit processing procedures, until December 31, 2021 in the following By-laws: Business Licence By-law, Streets By-law, Traffic and Parking By-law, Sign By-law, Parks and Recreation By-law, Sound By-law, Building By- law and Council Policy By-law; it being noted that the staff report dated March 2, 2021, with respect to this matter, was received (2021-S12/S08)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Service, Innovation and Performance, with the concurrence of the City Manager, the following items with respect to an Update on the United Nations Safe Cities and Safe Public Spaces Initiative (Safe Cities London), BE RECEIVED:

    • the staff report dated March 2, 2021, as appended to the Agenda;
    • the Safe Cities London Scoping Study, dated March 2020, from Anova, as appended to the Agenda;
    • the revised Safe Cities London Action Plan 2021-2024, from Anova and the City of London, as appended to the Added Agenda; and,
    • the presentation, dated March 2, 2021, as appended to the Agenda;

    it being noted that a presentation from R. Wilcox, Director, Service, Innovation and Performance and Dr. A. Trudell, Anova, was received with respect to this matter. (2021-S12)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Vacant Buildings By-law Review:

    a)     the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law No. A-35, being “A by-law to regulate vacant buildings”; and,

    b)     the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law No. A-54, as amended, being “A by-law to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System in London” to designate By-law No. A-35, being “A by-law to regulate vacant buildings” and add a related penalty schedule;

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

    it being noted that the communication from A. Miller, By E-mail, was received with respect to this matter. (2021-P01/R01)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the Deferred Matters List for the Community and Protective Services Committee, as at February 22, 2021, BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • At 9:31 PM, Mayor E. Holder places Deputy Mayor J. Morgan in the Chair and takes a seat at the Council Board. 

    At 9:32 PM, Mayor E. Holder resumes the Chair and Deputy Mayor J. Morgan takes his seat at the Council Board. 

    Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Property Standards By-law Review:

    a)     the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to repeal and replace By-law CP-16, being “A by-law prescribing standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property”;

    b)     the proposed by-law, as appended to the above-noted staff report, BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law No. A-6653-121, being “A by-law to establish the positions of Hearings Officer”; and,

    c)     the revised attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law No. A-54, as amended, being “A by-law to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System in London” to provide for an amended Penalty Schedule “A-6” for the Property Standards By-law.

    d)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to review the Residential Rental Units Licensing By-law CP-19, as amended, and report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee on the possibility of expanding the regulations to include rental units contained in apartment buildings, stacked townhouses and townhouses and to incorporate the following requirements for all rental units:

    • all new and existing rental units be licensed, regardless of the type of unit;
    • random inspections of rental units and building be undertaken to ensure compliance with the City’s Property Standards By-law and other regulations to prevent the deterioration and disrepair of rental units; and,
    • the establishment of a complaint reporting system that is accessible to tenants;

    e)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee with a draft Terms of Reference for the establishment of a Tenant/Landlord Taskforce that would include representation from tenants, London Property Management Association, and other community stakeholders, including, but not limited to Lifespin, to develop an action plan to address enforcement of property standards by-law matters and health concerns within the City of London’s jurisdiction, including developing educational material to assist individuals with navigating the enforcement process and communicating with the Province of Ontario with respect to concerns identified with respect to potential legislative changes to address the concerns;

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

    it being noted that communications from the following individuals were received with respect to this matter:

    • Councillors A. Kayabaga and M. Salih – Resubmitted from the February 9, 2021 Agenda;
    • Hagen, By E-mail;
    • O’Brien, Drewlo Holdings Inc.; and,
    • Hoffer, Cohen Highley Lawyers. (2021-P01)



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

  • Motion made by:S. Lewis
    Seconded by:P. Squire

     

    That parts a), b) and c) BE AMENDED to read as follows and the remaining parts be renumbered accordingly:

    a)      the proposed by-law to prescribe standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property; the Hearing Officers By-law; and the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law as they relate to the Property Standards By-law review, BE REFERRED back to the Civic Administration to undertake further stakeholder consultation and report back to the May 11, 2021 Community and Protective Services Committee with the results of the additional consultation;


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve parts d) and e) is put.

    d)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to review the Residential Rental Units Licensing By-law CP-19, as amended, and report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee on the possibility of expanding the regulations to include rental units contained in apartment buildings, stacked townhouses and townhouses and to incorporate the following requirements for all rental units:

    • all new and existing rental units be licensed, regardless of the type of unit;
    • random inspections of rental units and building be undertaken to ensure compliance with the City’s Property Standards By-law and other regulations to prevent the deterioration and disrepair of rental units; and,
    • the establishment of a complaint reporting system that is accessible to tenants;

    e)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee with a draft Terms of Reference for the establishment of a Tenant/Landlord Taskforce that would include representation from tenants, London Property Management Association, and other community stakeholders, including, but not limited to Lifespin, to develop an action plan to address enforcement of property standards by-law matters and health concerns within the City of London’s jurisdiction, including developing educational material to assist individuals with navigating the enforcement process and communicating with the Province of Ontario with respect to concerns identified with respect to potential legislative changes to address the concerns;

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

    it being noted that communications from the following individuals were received with respect to this matter:

    • Councillors A. Kayabaga and M. Salih – Resubmitted from the February 9, 2021 Agenda;
    • Hagen, By E-mail;
    • O’Brien, Drewlo Holdings Inc.; and,
    • Hoffer, Cohen Highley Lawyers. (2021-P01)


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

    Item 14 (3.3), as amended, reads as follows:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Property Standards By-law Review: 

    a)      the proposed by-law to prescribe standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property; the Hearing Officers By-law; and the Administrative Monetary Penalty System By-law as they relate to the Property Standards By-law review, BE REFERRED back to the Civic Administration to undertake further stakeholder consultation and report back to the May 11, 2021 Community and Protective Services Committee with the results of the additional consultation;

    b)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to review the Residential Rental Units Licensing By-law CP-19, as amended, and report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee on the possibility of expanding the regulations to include rental units contained in apartment buildings, stacked townhouses and townhouses and to incorporate the following requirements for all rental units:

    • all new and existing rental units be licensed, regardless of the type of unit;
    • random inspections of rental units and building be undertaken to ensure compliance with the City’s Property Standards By-law and other regulations to prevent the deterioration and disrepair of rental units; and,
    • the establishment of a complaint reporting system that is accessible to tenants;

    c)     the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back at a future meeting of the Community and Protective Services Committee with a draft Terms of Reference for the establishment of a Tenant/Landlord Taskforce that would include representation from tenants, London Property Management Association, and other community stakeholders, including, but not limited to Lifespin, to develop an action plan to address enforcement of property standards by-law matters and health concerns within the City of London’s jurisdiction, including developing educational material to assist individuals with navigating the enforcement process and communicating with the Province of Ontario with respect to concerns identified with respect to potential legislative changes to address the concerns;

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

    it being noted that communications from the following individuals were received with respect to this matter:

    • Councillors A. Kayabaga and M. Salih – Resubmitted from the February 9, 2021 Agenda;
    • Hagen, By E-mail;
    • O’Brien, Drewlo Holdings Inc.; and,
    • Hoffer, Cohen Highley Lawyers. (2021-P01)


  • Motion made by:J. Helmer

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official, the following actions be taken with respect to the staff report dated March 2, 2021, related to the Tow Truck Business and Impound Yard Storage Business Licence By-law Amendment:

    a)     the revised attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law No. L.-131-16, being “A by-law to provide for the Licensing and Regulation of Various Businesses;

    b)     the revised attached proposed by-law BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to amend By-law No. A-54, as amended, being “A by-law to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System in London” to provide for an amended Penalty Schedule “A-5” for the Business Licensing By-law for the categories of Tow Truck Business and Impound Yard Storage Business;

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

    it being noted that the communications dated February 10, 2021 and February 26, 2021, from T. Wong, CAA, were received with respect to this matter. (2021-P09)


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That the 4th Report of the Corporate Services Committee BE APPROVED, excluding Item 11 (2.9). 


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

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

    a)      the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to proceed with the issuance of debentures in the capital markets upon favourable market conditions to provide permanent financing for capital works in an amount not to exceed $23,000,000; and,

    b)      the Civic Administration BE INSTRUCTED to schedule and convene an appropriately timed special Corporate Services Committee meeting upon successful placement of the City’s debt in the capital markets to ensure adequate time for Council approval while adhering to the necessary financial settlement requirements.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the staff report dated March 1, 2021 with respect to the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act Report for the calendar year 2020 BE RECEIVED for information.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the following actions be taken with respect to the reporting of the 2020 statement of remuneration and expense for elected and appointed officials:

    a)      in accordance with Section 284 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the Statements of Remuneration and Expenses for Elected and Appointed Officials, Appendix “A” and “B”, as appended to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE RECEIVED for information;

    b)      in accordance with the City Council resolution of March 2012, the annual report on the Mayor’s Office’s expenditures BE RECEIVED for information; and,

    c)      in accordance with the City Council Travel and Business Expenses Policy, the Statement of Travel Expenses for Senior Administration Officials, Appendix “C” and “D”, as appended to the staff report dated March 1, 2021, BE RECEIVED for information.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, with the concurrence of the Director, Major Projects and the Director, Roads and Transportation, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the City-owned properties at 92 Wellington Road, 686 Adelaide Street North and 688 Adelaide Street North, as outlined in the staff report dated March 1, 2021, with respect to this matter:

    a)      the subject properties BE RECOMMENDED for demolition; and,

    b)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to take all necessary steps to demolish the subject 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 above-noted 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.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, with respect to a portion of City-owned property, being Parts of Lot 24 and 25, South of West King Street, further described as Part 2, Plan 33R-7407, in the City of London, County of Middlesex, the following actions be taken:

    a)      the subject property BE DECLARED SURPLUS; and,

    b)      the subject property (“Surplus Lands”) BE OFFERED for sale to the abutting property owner at fair market value, in accordance with the City’s Sale and Other Disposition of Land Policy.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That the communication dated February 19, 2021 from Councillor A. Hopkins with respect to the report on Association of Municipalities of Ontario Board Advocacy BE RECEIVED.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the City Manager, the following actions be taken, with respect to the Infrastructure Managed Services and Lifecycle Maintenance for the Emergency Communications System;

    a)      the proposal submitted by L3 Harris Technologies, 5-2895 Argentia Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5N 8G6 for the provision of an Infrastructure Managed Service Agreement BE APPROVED for the term of seven (7) years with three (3) additional one year options to renew for the annual price of $278,625.00 (HST excluded), in accordance with sections 14.4 d. and 14.4 e. of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy, it being noted that this operational expense has been accommodated in the 2020-2023 Multi-Year Operating budget;

    b)      the proposal submitted by L3 Harris Technologies for upgrade of the City’s existing VIDA Premier Core Network Switching Centre BE APPROVED for the purchase price of $741,000.00 (HST excluded), in accordance with sections 14.4 d. and 14.4 e. of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy;

    c)      the financing for the lifecycle maintenance portion of the proposal noted in b) above, BE APPROVED as set out in the Sources of Financing Report as appended to the staff report as Appendix “A”;

    d)      the approval given herein in a) and b) above, BE CONDITIONAL upon The Corporation of the City of London negotiating satisfactory terms and conditions with L3 Harris Technologies, to the satisfaction of the City Manager;

    e)      the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all the administrative acts that are necessary in connection with parts a) and d) above; and,

    f)      the approval hereby given BE CONDITIONAL upon The Corporation of the City of London entering into a formal contract, agreement or having a purchase order relating to the subject matter of the approval set out e) above.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the 2020 Annual Report on Budweiser Gardens attached to the staff report dated March 1, 2021 as Appendix "B" BE RECEIVED for information.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the staff report dated March 1, 2021 regarding the 2021 tax policy expectations BE RECEIVED for information.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That based on the application dated February 3, 2021, from Guru Nanak Mission Society, the month of April, 2021 BE PROCLAIMED Sikh Heritage Month.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed

At 10:40 PM, Mayor E. Holder places Deputy Mayor J. Morgan in the Chair and take a seat at the Council Board. 

At 10:44 PM, Mayor E. Holder resumes the Chair and Deputy Mayor J. Morgan takes his seat at the Council Board.

  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Ward Boundaries Review:

    a)      the report dated March 1, 2021 entitled “Review of Ward Boundaries”, BE RECEIVED;

    b)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on a governance model that contemplates Ten Wards to provide an opportunity for the Municipal Council to evaluate this model against the current Fourteen Ward system; and,

    c)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on potential changes to the existing Fourteen Ward system that would result in a more balanced population between the Wards;

    it being noted that the reviews outlined in b) and c) above would be undertaken based on the guidelines set out in Council Policy 5(35) Review of Ward Boundaries.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

  • Motion made by:J. Morgan
    Seconded by:A. Hopkins

    That pursuant to section 11.10 of the Council Procedure By-law, the Council Meeting BE PERMITTED to proceed beyond 11:00 PM. 


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve part a) is put.

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Ward Boundaries Review:

    a)      the report dated March 1, 2021 entitled “Review of Ward Boundaries”, BE RECEIVED;


    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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    The motion to approve part b) is put.

    b)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on a governance model that contemplates Ten Wards to provide an opportunity for the Municipal Council to evaluate this model against the current Fourteen Ward system; and,


    Yeas: (5)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, S. Lehman, M. van Holst, and J. Morgan
    Nays: (10)A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, Mayor E. Holder, M. Salih, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Failed (5 to 10)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy

    The motion to approve part c) is put. 

    c)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on potential changes to the existing Fourteen Ward system that would result in a more balanced population between the Wards;

    it being noted that the review would be undertaken based on the guidelines set out in Council Policy 5(35) Review of Ward Boundaries.


    Yeas: (11)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, M. Salih, M. Cassidy, J. Morgan, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (4)E. Peloza, J. Helmer, P. Squire, and S. Turner

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (11 to 4)

    Item 11(2.9), as amended, reads as follows:

    That the following actions be taken with respect to the Ward Boundaries Review:

    a)       the report dated March 1, 2021 entitled “Review of Ward Boundaries”, BE RECEIVED; and,

    b)       the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to report back on potential changes to the existing Fourteen Ward system that would result in a more balanced population between the Wards;

    it being noted that the review outlined in b) above would be undertaken based on the guidelines set out in Council Policy 5(35) Review of Ward Boundaries.


  • Motion made by:J. Morgan

    That the 6th Report of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee 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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Morgan

    That, on the recommendation of the Acting Managing Director, Housing, Social Services and Dearness Home, the Managing Director, Corporate Services and the City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, and concurrence of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Solicitor that the following actions be taken with respect to the proposed restructuring of the Housing Development Corporation, London (HDC), next steps and timelines:

    a)      the staff report dated March 9, 2021 titled “Transition Plan Progress Report – Housing Development Corporation, London (HDC)”, BE RECEIVED; and,

    b)      the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to work and report back on the recommendations to winding up the Housing Development Corporation, (HDC) London when it has been confirmed that all commitments and functions of the HDC have been assumed by the City.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Morgan

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, the 2021 Assessment Growth Funding Allocation Report BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted that the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee received a communication dated February 26, 2021 from C. Butler with respect to this matter.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed
  • Motion made by:J. Morgan

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

    a)      the staff report dated March 9, 2021, entitled "Service Review: Audit and Accountability Fund Applications and Single Source 21-14 Procurement Process Assessment Review" BE RECEIVED for information; it being noted that the City of London is receiving funding through the Province of Ontario’s Audit and Accountability Fund to undertake the following reviews:

    i)      City of London Procurement Process Assessment Review, and;
    ii)     City of London Parking Services Service Integration and Digital Modernization Review;

    b)      the proposed by-law as appended to the staff report dated March 9, 2021 as Appendix “A” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on March 23, 2021 to:

    i)      approve the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the provision of funding to retain an independent third-party reviewer to undertake a procurement process assessment review;
    ii)     approve the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for the provision of funding to retain an independent third-party reviewer to undertake a parking services integration and digital modernization review;
    iii)    authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute both Ontario Transfer Payment Agreements; and
    iv)    authorize the City Treasurer to approve and sign any reports required by the Province pursuant to the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreements;

    c)      a Single Source Procurement (SS 21-14) in accordance with section 14.4(e) of the Procurement of Goods and Services Policy BE AWARDED to Ernst & Young LLP (EY) to conduct the Procurement Process Assessment Review for the City of London at their proposed fee of $170,000 (excluding HST); and,

    d)      the Civic Administration BE AUTHORIZED to undertake all administrative acts that are necessary in connection with this matter.



    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed

None.

13.

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

    That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No’.s Bill No. 90 to 129, excluding Bill No.’s 95, 98 and 100, 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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That Second Reading of Bill No’.s 90 to 129, excluding Bill No.’s 95, 98 and 100, 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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No’.s 90 to 129, excluding Bill No.’s 95, 98 and 100, 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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

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

    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. (6.1/4/PEC)

    4.2      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. (6.1/4/CSC)

    4.3      Land Disposition / Solicitor-Client Privileged Advice / Position, Plan, Procedure, Criteria or Instruction to be Applied to Any Negotiations

    A matter pertaining to the proposed or pending disposition 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. (6.2/4/CSC)

    4.4      Land Disposition / 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. (6.3/4/CSC)

    4.5      Personal Matters/Identifiable Individual

    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. (6.1/6/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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (15 to 0)

    The Council convenes, In Closed Session, at 11:05 PM, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair and all Members participating.

    At 11:19 PM, Councillor M. Salih leaves the meeting.

    At 11:25 PM, Council resumes into public session, with Mayor E. Holder in the Chair with all Members participating, except Councillor M. Salih.


9.
Added Reports
 

  • Motion made by:J. Morgan
    Seconded by:P. Squire

    1.      Partial Property Acquisition – 952 Southdale Road West, Southdale Road West Road Improvements Project

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, with the concurrence of the Director, Roads and Transportation, and Division Manager, Transportation Planning and Design, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, with respect to the property located at 952 Southdale Road West, further described as Part Lot 49, Concession 1, Part 1, Plan 33R-20893, in the City of London, County of Middlesex, being part of PIN 08432-0237, as shown on the location map attached, for the purpose of future road improvement to accommodate the Southdale Road West Improvements Project, the following actions be taken:

    a)      the offer submitted by 1739626 Ontario Limited. (the “Vendor”), to sell the subject property to the City, for the sum of $148,500.00, BE ACCEPTED, subject to the City agreeing to pay the Vendor’s reasonable legal, including fees, disbursements and applicable taxes, as incurred to complete this transaction; and,

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

    2.      Offer to Purchase Industrial Land, MH Holdings Inc. – Trafalgar Industrial Park, Phase III

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, with respect to the City-owned industrial land located in Trafalgar Industrial Park, Phase III, containing an area of approximately 3.5 acres and municipally known as 12 Swiftsure Court, legally described as Part of Lot 3, Plan 33M-239, designated as Parts 1, 2, and 4, Plan 33R-19904, in the City London, being all of PIN 08129-0192, as outlined on the sketch attached hereto as Appendix “A”, the Agreement of Purchase and Sale (the “Agreement”), attached as Appendix “B”, submitted by MH Holdings Inc. (the “Purchaser”) to purchase the subject property from the City, at a purchase price of $227,500.00, reflecting a sale price of $65,000.00 per acre, subject to the conditions as set out in the Agreement BE APPROVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:J. Morgan
    Seconded by:S. Lehman

    3.      Property Acquisition – 88 Wellington Road South – Wellington Gateway Project

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Corporate Services and City Treasurer, Chief Financial Officer, with the concurrence of the Director, Major Projects, on the advice of the Manager of Realty Services, with respect to the property located at 88 Wellington Road South, further described as Part Lot 25, Broken Front Concession, Geographic Township of Westminster, as in Inst. No. 611376, being all of PIN 08357-0084 (LT), containing an area of approximately 6,040 square feet, as shown on the location map attached as Appendix “B”, for the purpose of future road improvements to accommodate the Wellington Gateway Project, the following actions be taken:

    a)      the offer submitted by Arlene Cochrane (the “Vendor”), to sell the subject property to the City, for the sum of $455,500.00 BE ACCEPTED, subject to the terms and conditions set out in Schedule “A” of the Agreement attached as Appendix “C”; and,

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


    Yeas: (12)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen
    Recuse: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (1)M. Salih

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (12 to 1)
  • Motion made by:S. Hillier
    Seconded by:S. Lehman

    That Introduction and First Reading of  Added Bill No.’s 130 to 131, inclusive, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (13)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, E. Peloza, P. Van Meerbergen, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (1)M. Salih

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    (13 to 0)
  • Motion made by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:A. Kayabaga

    That Second Reading of Added Bill No.’s 130 to 131, inclusive, BE APPROVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:P. Van Meerbergen

    That Third Reading and Enactment of Added Bill No.’s 130 to 131, inclusive, BE APPROVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:A. Hopkins
    Seconded by:J. Helmer

    That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 132, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (12)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen
    Recuse: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (1)M. Salih

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (12 to 1)
  • Motion made by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Lehman

    That Second Reading of Bill No. 132, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (12)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen
    Recuse: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (1)M. Salih

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (12 to 1)
  • Motion made by:E. Peloza
    Seconded by:S. Hillier

    That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 132, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (12)S. Lewis, S. Hillier, A. Kayabaga, E. Peloza, S. Lehman, Mayor E. Holder, M. van Holst, J. Helmer, M. Cassidy, P. Squire, J. Morgan, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)P. Van Meerbergen
    Recuse: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (1)M. Salih

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (12 to 1)
  • Motion made by:P. Van Meerbergen
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 89, BE APPROVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:S. Lehman
    Seconded by:S. Lewis

    That Second Reading of Bill No. 89, BE APPROVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)
  • Motion made by:A. Hopkins
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 89, BE APPROVED.


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

    Vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded

    Motion Passed (14 to 0)

    The following are By-laws of The Corporation of the City of London:

    Bill                          

    By-law

    Bill No. 89

     

    By-law No. A.-8071-70 A by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council Meeting held on the 23rd day of March, 2021. (City Clerk)

    Bill No. 90

     

    By-law No. A.-8072-71 A by-law to approve and authorize the Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario (the “Ministry”) and The Corporation of the City of London (the “City”) for the construction of the Dingman Drive bridge. (2.4/3/CWC)

    Bill No. 91

     

    By-law No. A.-8073-72 A by-law to approve and authorize the execution of Amending Agreement No. 2 to the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund (PTIF) Phase One (Ontario) Transfer Payment Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario and The Corporation of the City of London. (2.12/3/CWC)

    Bill No. 92

     

    By-law No. A.-8074-73 A by-law to approve and authorize the execution of the Transfer Payment Agreement between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation for the Province of Ontario and the City of London for the reimbursement of funds under the Safe Restart Agreement – Phase 2 Municipal Transit Funding. (5.1/4/CWC)

    Bill No. 93

     

    By-law No. A.-8075-74 A by-law to approve and authorize the execution of two Ontario Transfer Payment Agreements between Her Majesty the Queen in right of the Province of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the City of London for the provision of funding for two projects under this intake of the Audit and Accountability Fund.  (5.1/6/SPPC)

    Bill No. 94

     

    By-law No. A.-8076-75 – A by-law to approve demolition of abandoned buildings with municipal addresses of 152 Adelaide Street North, 10 Centre Street, and 1420 Hyde Park Road. under the Property Standards provisions of the Building Code Act. (2.9/5/CPSC)

       

    Bill No. 96

     

    By-law No. A-35-21001 – A by-law to amend By-law No. A-35 being “A by-law to regulate vacant buildings” (3.2a/5/CPSC)

    Bill No. 97

     

    By-law No. A-54-21003 – A by-law to amend By-law No. A-54, as amended, being “A by-law to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System in London” to designate By-law No. A-35 being “A by-law to regulate vacant buildings” (3.2b/5/CPSC)

       

    Bill No. 99

     

    By-law No. A-54-21004 – A by-law to amend By-law No. A-54, as amended, being “A by-law to implement an Administrative Monetary Penalty System in London” to provide for an amended Penalty Schedule “A-5” for the Business Licensing By-law for the categories of Tow Truck Business and Impound Yard Storage Business. (3.4b/5/CPSC)

       

    Bill No. 101

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1467(j)-76 – A by-law to amend C.P.-1467-175, as amended, being “A By-law to establish financial incentives for the Downtown Community Improvement Project Areas” by deleting in its entirety, Schedule 3 – The Boulevard Café Grant Guidelines. (3.9e/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 102

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1512(af)-77 – A by-law to amend The London Plan for the City of London, 2016 relating to relating to 403 Thompson Road. (3.7a/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 103

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1512(ag)-78 – A by-law to amend The London Plan for the City of London, 2016 relating to relating to 345 Sylvan (3.8a/7/PEC)

    Bill No. 104

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1512(ah)-79 – A by-law to amend The London Plan for the City of London, 2016, relating to Map 8 in Appendix 1 (Maps) and the Core Area Community Improvement Project Area. (3.9b/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 105

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1528(b)-80 – A by-law to amend By-law C.P.-1528-486, as amended, being “A by-law to designate an area as an improvement area and to establish the board of management for the purpose of managing the Hamilton Road Business Improvement Area” by amending the Board of Management composition to provide for a Board comprised of six (6) to twelve (12) directors. (2.5/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 106

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1557-81 – A by-law to designate the Core Area Community Improvement Project Area. (3.9a/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 107

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1558-82 – A by-law to adopt the Core Area Community Improvement Plan. (3.9c/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 108

     

    By-law No. C.P.-1559-83 – A by-law to establish financial incentives for the Core Area Community Improvement Project Area. (3.9d/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 109

     

    By-law No. L.-131(d)-84 – A by-law to amend By-law No. L.-131-16 entitled “A by-law to provide for the Licensing and Regulation of Various Businesses”. (3.4a/5/CPSC)

    Bill No. 110

     

    By-law No. L.S.P.-3476(c)-85 – A by-law to amend By-law No. L.S.P.-3476-474, as amended, entitled, “A by-law to designate 660 Sunningdale Road East to be of cultural heritage value or interest” to correct the legal description of the subject property. (City Clerk)

    Bill No. 111

     

    By-law No. L.S.P.-3489-86 – A by-law to expropriate lands in the City of London, in the County of Middlesex, for the Fanshawe Park Road / Richmond Street Intersection Improvements Project. (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 112

     

    By-law No. PS-113-21060 – 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.” (2.7/3/CWC)

    Bill No. 113

     

    By-law No. PS-113-21061 – 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.” (2.8b/3/CWC)

    Bill No. 114

     

    By-law No. S.-6109-87 – A by-law to rename the portion of “Darlington Place” from Kettering Place southward to Lot 9, Concession 1, Part 2 of Reference Plan 33R-19902, within Registered Plan 33M-773 to “Barn Swallow Place”. (2.13/3/CWC)

    Bill No. 115

     

    By-law No. S.-6110-88 – A by-law to permit 2745787 Ontario Inc. to maintain and use a boulevard parking area upon the road allowance for 316 Horton Street East, City of London. (City Clerk)

    Bill No. 116

     

    By-law No. S.-6111-89 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Foxwood Crossing Subdivision Phase 3; Plan 33M-709)  (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 117

     

    By-law No. S.-6112-90 – A by-law to assume certain works and services in the City of London. (Matthews Hall Subdivision; Plan 33M-595)  (City Engineer)

    Bill No. 118

     

    By-law No. S.-6113-91 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume lands in the City of London as public highway. (as widening to Colonel Talbot Road south of Pack Road; and as widening to Pack Road west of Colonel Talbot Road)  (Chief Surveyor - for road widening purposes on Colonel Talbot Road, pursuant to Site Plan SPA20-021 and in accordance with Zoning By-law Z.-1)

    Bill No. 119

     

    By-law No. S.-6114-92 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume lands in the City of London as public highway (as widening to Westmount Hills Drive north of Tobin Court)  (Chief Surveyor - for road widening purposes on Dundas Street registered as Instrument No. ER1340931 pursuant to Consent B.004/19 and in accordance with Zoning By-law Z.-1)

    Bill No. 120

     

    By-law No. S.-6115-93 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume lands in the City of London as public highway. (as widening to Wellington Road south of Bradley Avenue)  (Chief Surveyor – for road widening purposes on Wellington Road registered as Inst. No. ER1264609, pursuant to SPA19-058 and in accordance with Zoning By-law Z.-1)

    Bill No. 121

     

    By-law No. S.-6116-94 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume lands in the City of London as public highway. (as widening to Oxford Street West, west of Wharncliffe Road North)  (Chief Surveyor - dedication as public highway)

    Bill No. 122

     

    By-law No. S.-6117-95 – A by-law to lay out, constitute, establish and assume certain reserves in the City of London as public highway. (as part of Blackwell Boulevard)  (Chief Surveyor - for unobstructed legal access throughout the Subdivision)

    Bill No. 123

     

    By-law No. W.-5654(a)-96 – A by-law to amend by-law No. W.-5654-291 entitled, “A by-law to authorize the 2019-2023 Active Transportation Project. (Project No. TS173919).” (2.8/2/CWC)

    Bill No. 124

     

    By-law No. Z.-1-212909 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to remove holding provisions from the zoning for lands located at 973 Gainsborough Road. (2.4/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 125

     

    By-law No. Z.-1-212910 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 6019 Hamlyn Street. (3.2/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 126

     

    By-law No. Z.-1-212911 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 1389 Commissioners Road East.  (3.3/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 127

     

    By-law No. Z.-1-212912 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 3924 Colonel Talbot Rd. (3.6/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 128

     

    By-law No. Z.-1-212913 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 403 Thompson Road. (3.7b/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 129

     

    By-law No. Z.-1-212914 – A by-law to amend By-law No. Z.-1 to rezone an area of land located at 345 Sylvan Street. (3.8b/4/PEC)

    Bill No. 130

     

    (ADDED) By-law No. A.-8077-97 – A by-law to authorize and approve an Agreement of Purchase and Sale between The Corporation of the City of London and MH Holdings Inc., for the sale of the City owned industrial land, municipally known as 12 Swiftsure Court, legally described as being Part of Lot 3, Plan 33M- 239, designated as Parts 1, 2, and 4, Plan 33R-19904; being all of PIN 08129-0192, containing approximately 3.5 acres, and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (6.2/4/CSC)

    Bill No. 131

     

    (ADDED) By-law No. A.-8078-98 – A by-law to authorize and approve an Agreement of Purchase and Sale between The Corporation of the City of London and 1739626 Ontario Limited, for the partial acquisition of a portion of the property located at 952 Southdale Road West, in the City of London, for the Southdale Road West Improvements Project, and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (6.1/4/CSC)

    Bill No. 132

     

    (ADDED) By-law No. A.8079-99 – A by-law to authorize and approve an Agreement of Purchase and Sale between The Corporation of the City of London and  Arlene Cochrane for the full acquisition of the property located at 88 Wellington Road South, in the City of London, for the Wellington Gateway Project, and to authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement. (6.3/4/CSC)


  • Motion made by:P. Squire
    Seconded by:S. Lewis

    That the meeting BE ADJOURNED.



    Motion Passed

    The meeting adjourned at 11:46 PM.