The Mississauga Record

Council

February 17, 2021

Who was there

Present (8): Bonnie Crombie, Dipika Damerla, Stephen Dasko, Chris Fonseca, John Kovac, Matt Mahoney, Sue McFadden, Carolyn Parrish

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 (11 motions)

11 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

That the February 17, 2021 Council Agenda be approved. 4. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST 5. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING 5.1 Council Minutes - February 3, 2021 Verbal Motion RESOLUTION Moved By Councillor J. Kovac Seconded By Councillor S. Dasko That the minutes of the February 17, 2021 Council meeting be approved, as presented. 6. PRESENTATIONS - Nil 7. DEPUTATIONS 7.1 Keba Thomas, regarding staff role to reflect diversity and inclusion within the City of Mississauga Please note that item 7.1 was presented after item 7.4 Ms. Thomas spoke to creating a new position at the City of Mississauga entitled Commissioner of Urban Issues Wellbeing and Strategic Affairs. Mayor Crombie spoke to cultural diversity within the City of Mississauga. Paul Mitcham, City Manager spoke to the organization structure within the City of Mississauga. 7.2 Athina Tagidou, Applewood Hills & Heights Residents' Association regarding the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre Redevelopment and the Burnhamthorpe Outdoor Arena Ms. Tagidou spoke to the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre Redevelopment and expressed concerns with the Burnhamthorpe Outdoor Arena removal. 7.3 Brian Webster, Past President Mississauga Hockey League and GTHL Board Member regarding the Burhamthorpe Community Centre Outdoor Rink and Burnhamthorpe Community Center Redevelopment Mr. Webster spoke to the Burnhamthorpe Community Centre Redevelopment and that the removal of the outdoor rink is warranted. 7.4 Magdalenda Diaz, Manager Comm
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 Corporate Report dated February 9, 2021, entitled “Outdoor Skating Amenities and Gulleden Park Re-development” from the Commissioner of Community Services be received for information. 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 K. Ras
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 Commissioner of Community Services or designate be authorized to negotiate and enter into a Public Art Contribution Agreement with Pinnacle International (Ontario) Ltd. for a $375,000 public art cash contribution, including all necessary documents ancillary thereto, in a form satisfactory to Legal Services. That all necessary by-laws be enacted. 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. Parrish, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
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-0063-2021 - GC-0080-2021 as contained in the General Committee Report 3 -2021, dated February 10, 2021, be approved. GC-0063-2021 That the following items were approved under the consent agenda: 9.2MiWay Discount to UTM students of the 2021 Winter U-Pass Program and Cancellation of 2021 Summer U-Pass Program 9.3MiWay - Update on Presto Device Refresh 9.4Municipal Transit Enhanced Cleaning Program (MTEC) Funding Agreement 9.5Single Source Contract Extension Award to New Flyer Industries for the Purchase of an Additional (5) Buses 9.8Cultural Investment in Neighbourhood Main Streets - Economic Recovery 10.1Road Safety Committee Report 1-2021 - January 26, 2021 10.2Traffic Safety Council Report 1-2021 - January 27, 2021 GC-0064-2021 That the corporate report dated January 18, 2021 from the Commissioner of Transportation and Worked entitled “All-Way Stop – Kirwin Avenue and Little John Lane (Ward 7)” be
Moved by Councillor R. Starr, seconded by Councillor S. McFadden
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-0081-2021 - GC-0084-2021 as contained in the General Committee (Corporate Grants) Report 4 -2021, dated February 10, 2021, be approved with the exception of GC-0084-2021 to be amended to the following: 1. That the Corporate Report dated January 12, 2021 from the Commissioner of Community Services entitled “2021 Culture and Community Grant Programs” be approved, with an amended Appendix 4, to include Malton Celebrates Canada Day request for $27,000. 2. That $125,000 from the Culture grant residual balance of $457,337 be used for a onetime stabilization fund in 2021 of $100,000 to support groups that were not able to access City funding and whose operations have been impacted during the pandemic; and to fund the 2021 Small Project Matching Grant Program in the amount of $25,000. 3. The 2021 Cultural Festivals & Celebrations grant payments to be withheld until staff have confirmed each event will be taking place in 2021 and details are provided outlining if the event will be virtual, modified or in-person based on COVID regulations. Should applicants need to cancel their events, funding will not be provided, however funding will be provided to sustain the organizations fixed costs for 2021 GC-0081-2021 That the deputation by Vikas Kohli, Executive Artistic Director and Emily Harris, Fundraising and HR Support, MonstrARTity regarding the 2020 #StayHome with #BollywoodMonsterMashup Festival at Celebration Square be received. GC-0082-2021 That the deputation
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor S. McFadden
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 Port Credit West Village Block D Affordable Housing Project be
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor R. Starr
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 Council for the Region of Peel approved and adopted Peel’s Community Safety and Well-being Plan on October 22, 2020; and Whereas the plan is the work of a large number of stakeholders, including Council and staff representation from Mississauga, who collaborated over a period of 2 years to develop goals and strategies to advance safety, inclusivity and well-being for the citizens of Peel; and Whereas the goals of this collaboration through the Stakeholder Agreement are to develop and strengthen cross-sectoral partnerships to accomplish the shared goals, objectives and strategies of the CSWB Plan including integration and alignment of organizational mandates and strategic priorities where applicable and establishing joint planning and reporting; and Whereas the goals of the CSWB Plan will only be achieved through strategic partnerships, applying an equity and social determinants of health lens, a collective impact approach and a place-based approach; and Whereas the Council of the City of Mississauga prioritizes the wellbeing, safety and inclusivity of its citizens which are the goals and purpose of the Community Safety and Well-being Plan and is dedicated to not only adopt the plan but to ensure that the goals are met. Therefore be it resolved that the Council of the City of Mississauga is proud to sign the Stakeholder Agreement and Promise and commits to a strong collaboration to prioritize, adopt and participate in the Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan and to
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor R. Starr
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 February 17, 2021 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: (a) Pursuant to the Municipal Act, Sections 239 (2): I. Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose - Borealis Shareholding in Enersource Corporation II. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Donation Agreement – Malton Hub Project (Ward 5) 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 G. Carlson
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 according to the City’s Sign By-law 0054-2002, as amended, persons are required to obtain a permit and general liability insurance in order to erect signs on City boulevards; AND WHEREAS as a result of the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Council is desirous to amend the Sign By-law 0054-2002, as amended, to exempt business improvement area boards from obtaining a permit and from obtaining general liability insurance in order to erect signs inside existing planters located on City boulevards within business improvement areas as of February 17, 2021, until July 1, 2021; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Sign By-law 0054-2002, as amended, be amended to exempt business improvement area boards from obtaining a permit and from obtaining general liability insurance in order to erect signs inside existing planters located on City boulevards within business improvement areas as of February 17, 2021, until July 1, 2021; 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 G. Carlson, 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
That the report dated February 10, 2021 from the City Solicitor entitled “Borealis Shareholding in Enersource Corporation” be received for information; That Council approves the Board of Directors of Enersource Corporation passing a resolution to approve the City of Brampton as a Third Party Pre-Approved Purchaser of Borealis’ shares in Enersource Corporation; That Council approve the Enersource Shareholders’ Agreement being amended in the manner and form set out in the amending agreement attached as Appendix 2 to this report; and That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to sign and deliver all related resolutions required of the City as shareholder in Enersource Corporation. YES (10) Mayor Crombie, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, and Councillor G. Carlson NO (1) Councillor P. Saito ABSENT (1) Councillor S. Dasko
Moved by Councillor D. Damerla, seconded by Councillor R. Starr
Carried
In favour (10): Mayor Crombie, Councillor K. Ras, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor R. Starr, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson · Opposed (1): Councillor P. Saito
That the report from the Commissioner of Community Services dated February 17, 2021 entitled “Donation Agreement – Malton Hub Project” be received for information. That the Commissioner of Community Services be delegated authority to execute a Donation Agreement in the form attached as Appendix 1 to the report and approved in form by the City Solicitor. That all necessary by-laws be enacted. YES (10) Mayor Crombie, 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 (2) Councillor S. Dasko, and Councillor K. Ras
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Mayor Crombie, 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

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