Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (16 motions)
16 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
That the November 25, 2020 Council Agenda be approved, as amended. 4. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 5. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING Verbal Motion RESOLUTION Moved By Councillor K. Ras Seconded By Councillor S. McFadden That the minutes of the November 11, 2020 Council meeting be approved, as presented. 5.1 Council minutes - November 11, 2020 6. PRESENTATIONS - Nil 7. DEPUTATIONS 7.1 Margaret L. Geare, President Elect, Zonta Club of Canada regarding the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Ms. Geare noted that November 25, 2020 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Councillor Damerla and Mayor Crombie spoke to lighting the clock tower orange. Item 7.4 was moved up following item 7.1 and discussed. 7.2 Gerald Adad and Teresa Burgess-Ogilvie, Safe City Mississauga regarding Business Watch Mr. Adad outlined the Business Watch program which will launch in 2021. Members of Council spoke to the Business Watch program and enquired about expansion of the program. Mr. Adad spoke to the demand of the program. 7.3 Shari Lichterman, Commissioner, Community Services and Toni Frankfurter, Tourism Mississauga Board Chair regarding the Tourism Mississauga 2021 Budget and Business Plan Item 16.1 was moved up and voted on. Ms. Lichterman and Ms. Frankfurter spoke to the Tourism Mississauga 2021 budget and business plan. Members of Council spoke to the 2021 budget and business plan and enquired about ParaSport 2021 and
Moved by Councillor S. McFadden, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the Central Library be dedicated in honour of Hazel McCallion and renamed the Hazel McCallion Central Library as recommended in Resolution 0340-2020 on October 28, 2020 through a motion of Council and as outlined in the report titled ‘Renaming of Central Library (Ward 4)’ dated November 4, 2020 from the Commissioner of Community Services. That Council waive the following requirements as outlined in the City's "Property and Facility Naming and Dedications" Corporate Policy 05-02-02”: The requirement to submit the request to General Committee for first approval. That an individual be honoured posthumously. The requirement for a 30-day consideration period prior to approval. YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
Moved by Councillor R. Starr, seconded by Councillor P. Saito
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That recommendations GC-0307-2020 - GC-0348-2020 as contained in the General Committee Report 12 -2020, dated November 18, 2020, be approved with the exception of GC-0308-2020 which is amended to the following: 1. That Council authorize City staff to prepare a temporary use by-law effective to December 31, 2021, to permit outdoor retail sales and display and outdoor recreational and entertainment establishments in accordance with the regulations in the staff report dated November 2, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, as amended. 2. That notwithstanding planning protocol, that an information/recommendation report from the Commissioner of Planning and Building be scheduled for a Council meeting to be held on December 9, 2020, to conduct a public meeting to meet the statutory requirements under the provisions of the Planning Act. YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
Moved by Councillor K. Ras, seconded by Councillor C. Fonseca
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the report dated October 30, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the applications by Kaneff Properties Limited to permit a 29 storey apartment building, under File OZ 20/007 W4, 3575 Kaneff Crescent, be received for information. That three oral submissions be received. PDC-0044-2020 That the report titled “Recommendation Report – Mississauga Official Plan Amendment for the Uptown Major Node Character Area” dated October 26, 2020 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, be received. That the proposed Mississauga Official Plan amendments contained in the report titled “Recommendation Report – Mississauga Official Plan Amendment for the Uptown Major Node Character Area” dated October 26, 2020 from the Commissioner of Planning and Building, be adopted. PDC-0045-2020 That the City’s Building By-law 203-2019 be amended respecting construction, demolition and change of use permit, inspections and related matters (The Building By-law) to waive building permit application fees associated with tents over temporary outdoor patios accessory to a restaurant, convenience restaurant or take-out restaurant as defined in Zoning By-law 0225-2007, as amended, commencing retroactively on November 11, 2020 until December 31, 2021. PDC-0046-2020 That the report dated November 6, 2020, from the Commissioner of Planning and Building regarding the BILD and Altus Group Municipal Benchmarking Study be received for information. YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S.
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor C. Fonseca PDC-0043-2020
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS on October 26, 2020, the Board of Directors for Tourism Mississauga held a meeting to approve its 2021 budget and business plan in order to continue to promote tourism in the City of the Mississauga; AND WHEREAS according to By-law No.1 for Tourism Mississauga, Council as the sole voting member is required to approve the budget and business plan for Tourism Mississauga on an annual basis; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve the 2021 budget and business plan for Tourism Mississauga, and that Council as the sole voting member of Tourism Mississauga, delegate authority to the City Clerk to sign all necessary Tourism Mississauga resolutions to give effect to Council’s approval; YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
Whereas the City of Mississauga adopted a Vision Zero Strategy to reduce fatalities and serious injuries for all road users; and Whereas the number one cause of serious injuries or fatalities in collisions is speed; and Whereas death and injury due to motor vehicle collisions is a public health issue; and Whereas the City’s Road Safety Committee is responsible for developing campaigns to promote road safety; and Whereas the Road Safety Committee includes stakeholders from both Peel Region Police and the OPP; and Whereas Peel Regional Police have included Road Safety under the umbrella of their Community Safety and Well Being Model; and Whereas Peel Regional Police launched a campaign called “Take the Pledge Peel” to encourage motorists to slow down on our roads; and Whereas the “Take the Pledge Peel” campaign is a Social Development Strategy in the Community Safety and Well Being Model designed to have the community to speak as one voice against speeding on our roads; and Whereas the Road Safety Committee has endorsed launching the campaign with Peel Regional Police in Mississauga and is asking the City of Mississauga Council to formally endorse a partnership with Peel Regional Police to promote the pledge; and Whereas the campaign fits into the City’s Vision Zero strategy focusing on making our roads safer for all users. Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the City of Mississauga endorses participation in the Peel Regional Police “Take the Pledge Peel” campaign and
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS St Luke’s Dixie Seniors Residence Corporation (“St. Luke’s”) is proposing to infill on their existing non-profit seniors’ housing site at 4150 Westminster Place, which will add up to 120 seniors' units to Mississauga's affordable seniors' rental housing stock; AND WHEREAS Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning applications with fees of up to approximately $125,000 are required to facilitate the proposed development; AND WHEREAS St. Luke’s is requesting relief from the application fees because funding through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) National Housing Co-investment Fund is not accessible until after a successful rezoning is in place, and St. Luke’s has stated they do not otherwise have the funds to pay the fees; AND WHEREAS Council’s consideration of this request does not fetter the ability of staff or Council to evaluate the planning applications on the basis of planning merits; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff prepare a report to the December 2, 20202 GC/Council meeting to assist Council in evaluating the nature of the request and implications of offering a grant-in-lieu under S.107 of the Municipal Act , R.S.O, 2001 .” YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
Moved by Councillor C. Fonseca, seconded by Councillor C. Parrish
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS Schedule 27 of the City’s Business Licensing By-law 0001-2006, sets storage fees for owners of vehicle pound facilities at an amount that may be up to $85.00; AND WHEREAS Council wishes to amend the City’s Business Licensing By-law 0001-2006 to set the storage fee at $85.00 to establish consistency within the vehicle pound facility industry; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Schedule 27 of the City’s Business Licensing By-law 0001-2006 be amended to set the storage fee at $85.00; YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson
Moved by Councillor R. Starr, seconded by Councillor C. Parrish
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS the City’s Tow Truck Licensing By-law 521-04 requires the City to revoke a licence where a licensee has received a conviction, with a value of four or more demerit points, under the Highway Traffic Act ; AND WHEREAS the City’s Tow Truck Licensing By-law 521-04 requires the City to revoke a licence where a licensee has been convicted of certain offences under the Criminal Code of Canada ; AND WHEREAS the right to appeal a conviction is a fundamental right that persons can exercise within the judicial system in Ontario; AND WHEREAS notwithstanding a person’s ability to appeal a conviction, the City must consider the health, safety and well-being of persons and the protection of persons and property, including consumer protection and City staff must administer tow truck licences including renewals in accordance with the Tow Truck Licensing By-law and in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001 ; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff report to the Towing Industry Advisory Committee with recommendations related to an amendment to the Tow Truck Licensing By-law 521-04 for setting an appropriate threshold to consider convictions under appeal for applicants and licensees, while balancing the interests of the public related to health, safety and well-being of persons; YES (12) Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P
Moved by Councillor R. Starr, seconded by Councillor C. Parrish
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS the Province has introduced Bill 229, Protect, Support and Recover from COVID 19 Act - Schedule 6 – Conservation Authorities Act WHEREAS the Legislation introduces a number of changes and new sections that could remove and/or significantly hinder the conservation authorities’ role in regulating development, permit appeal process and engaging in review and appeal of planning applications WHEREAS Mississauga relies on the watershed expertise provided by local conservation authorities to protect residents, property and local natural resources on a watershed basis by regulating development and engaging in reviews of applications submitted under the Planning Act WHEREAS the changes allow the Minister to make decisions without CA watershed data and expertise and need to understand how this impacts the City of Mississauga WHEREAS the Legislation suggests that the Minister will have the ability to establish standards and requirements for non-mandatory programs which are negotiated between the conservation authorities and municipalities to meet local watershed needs WHEREAS the City requires a longer transition time to put in place agreements with conservation authorities for non-mandatory programs WHEREAS Mississauga believe that the appointment of municipal representatives on CA Boards such as TRCA, CVC and Conservation Halton should be a municipal decision; and the Chair and Vice Chair of the CA Board should be duly elected WHEREAS the changes to the ‘Duty of Members’ contr
Moved by Councillor K. Ras, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended (the "Act"), requires Council to pass a resolution prior to closing part of a meeting to the public; AND WHEREAS the Act requires that the resolution states the act of the holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that a portion of the Council meeting held on November 25, 2020 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: (a) Pursuant to the Municipal Act, Sections 239 (2): I. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Appeal of the Decisions of the Committee of Adjustment with respect to File Nos. B27/20, B28/20, B29/20, B30/20, A135/20, A136/20, A137/20, A138/20 and A139/20 – 1074, 1080 and 1086 Serson Avenue – 2372577 Ontario Limited and 2407184 Ontario Limited (Ward 1) II. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Instructions on a proposed settlement of the appeals of Official Plan Amendment No. 67 and By-Law 0225-2007 to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal by Orlando Corporation III. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board: Update and Legal Advice Regarding the Status of the Provincial Offences Court IV. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, in
Moved by Councillor S. McFadden, seconded by Councillor M. Mahoney
Carried
In favour (12): Mayor Crombie, Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That Legal Services be instructed to TAKE NO POSITION with respect to the decision of the Committee of Adjustment (File Nos. B27/20, B28/20, B29/20, B30/20, A135/20, A136/20, A137/20, A138/20 and A139/20 – 1074, 1080 and 1086 Serson Avenue – 2372577 Ontario Limited and 2407184 Ontario Limited, Ward 1) and not attend the hearing. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson ABSENT (1) Mayor Crombie
Moved by Councillor S. Dasko, seconded by Councillor K. Ras
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That Council consent to the proposed settlement of the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal appeals by Orlando Corporation of Official Plan Amendment No. 67 and of By-Law 0225-2007 respecting accessory daycare uses within the Gateway Corporate Centre consistent with draft Minutes of Settlement in Appendix 1. That the City Solicitor, or her designate, be authorized to execute Minutes of Settlement with Orlando Corporation in the form contained in Appendix 1 and that the City Solicitor, or her designate, may effect minor and technical adjustments to the draft Minutes of Settlement as may be required. That the City Solicitor, or her designate, be authorized to attend before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal to present the proposed settlement and to take such additional steps as may be required to complete and implement the proposed settlement with Orlando Corporation with the assistance of such City staff or consultants as may be appropriate. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson ABSENT (1) Mayor Crombie
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor R. Starr
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the Report titled “Update and Legal Advice Regarding the Status of the Provincial Offences Court” dated November 12, 2020 from the City Solicitor, be received for information. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson ABSENT (1) Mayor Crombie
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor S. McFadden
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the verbal closed session matter regarding personal matters be received. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson ABSENT (1) Mayor Crombie
Moved by Councillor S. McFadden, seconded by Councillor K. Ras
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the verbal in-camera education session regarding the Trans-Northern Pipelines Inc. be received. YES (11) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson ABSENT (1) Mayor Crombie
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor C. Parrish
Carried
In favour (11): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson