The Mississauga Record

Council

March 23, 2022

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 (17 motions)

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

That the March 23, 2021 Council Agenda be approved as amended 4. DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST Nil 5. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETING Verbal Motion 5.1 Council Minutes - March 2, 2022 Verbal Motion Moved By: Councillor M. Mahoney 6. PRESENTATIONS - Nil 7. DEPUTATIONS 7.1 THIS ITEM HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA Sao Kham Mork-Gerra, Principal and Tammy Resko, Medical Coordinator, T. L. Kennedy Secondary School, with respect to Sensory Area Project for District Program students 7.2 Jenni Le Forestier, Resident with respect to the Motion opposing Highway 413 Item 16.1. Jennifer LeForestier, Resident, Town of Caledon, spoke in support of the Motion opposing construction of Highway 413 and expressed concerns with the impacts on the environment; urban sprawl generating commercial warehousing, excessive costs, and increased truck traffic. Councillor Parrish spoke to the matter and noted that her Motion outlines the concerns and suggested alternatives which will be sent to the Province for consideration. 7.3 Brad Butt, Vice-President, Government & Stakeholder Relations, Mississauga Board of Trade with respect to Mandatory Face Coverings Item 15.2.2. Brad Butt, Vice-President, Government & Stakeholder Relations, Mississauga Board of Trade spoke in support of lifting the requirement to wear a face covering for indoor settings and requested Council to repeal the Mandatory Face Mask By-law. 8. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit Brennan Bempong, Resident, inquired how th
Moved by Councillor S. McFadden
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson, Councillor P. Mullin
That the recommended apportionment of taxes and payments set out in Appendix 1 of the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated February 28, 2022 entitled Apportionment of Taxes be approved. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor M. Mahoney, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the tax adjustments outlined in Appendix 1 of the report of the Commissioner of Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer dated March 1, 2022 entitled Tax Adjustments pursuant to Section 357 and 358 of the Municipal Act be approved for cancellation, reduction or refund of taxes. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor M. Mahoney, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That notwithstanding that subsequen t to the public meeting, changes to the application have been proposed, Coun cil considers that the changes do not require further notice and, therefore, pursuant to the provisions of subsection 34(17) of the Planning Act, any further notice regarding the propo sed amendment is hereby waived. That the application under File OZ 21-10 W 6 , Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care , 5510 Mavis Road to change the zoning to RA4-Exception to permit an 18 storey retirement residence and a 13 storey life lease building linked by a 7 storey podium in addition to the existing long term care home, be approved in conformity with the provisions outlined in Appendix 3 . That the applicant agree s to satisfy all the requirements of the City and any other external agency concerned with the development. 4 . That the decision of Council for approval of the rezoning application be considered null and void, and a new development application be required unless a zoning by-law is passed within 18 months of the Council decision. 5 . Notwithstanding subsection 45.1.3 of the Planning Act , subsequent to Council approval of the development application, the applicant can apply for a minor variance application, provided that the height and FSI shall not increase. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson ,
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the request from the Clarkson Village BIA to expand the Clarkson Village BIA boundary be received and
Moved by Councillor P. Mullin, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
Whereas on July 8, 2020, Council enacted the COVID-19 Mandatory Face Mask By-law 0169-2020 to require face masks in indoor spaces and vehicles accessible to the public; Whereas on March 9, 2022, Dr. Kieran Moore, the Province of Ontario will remove the mandatory masking requirement for most settings on March 21, 2022 with the exception of select settings such as public transit, health care settings, long term care homes and congregate care settings; Whereas the Region of Peel Public Health supports alignment with the provincially announced loosening of masking mandates and recommends lifting of the Face Mask By-law as outlined in the March 15, 2022 letter from Dr. Loh; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Face Mask By-law be repealed And That the Emergency Order be lifted. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor M. Mahoney
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
Whereas Mississauga Council continues to strongly oppose construction of the 413 Hwy; Whereas Mississauga Council recognizes some relief of traffic congestion on the 401 Hwy, especially for thousands of truckers, is required; Whereas some public support for the 413 Hwy is based on a real concern over continued congestion on the 401 Hwy and a lack of viable alternatives to the environmentally destructive 413 Hwy; Whereas the proposed 413 Hwy will not provide the needed congestion relief for many years - through design, approvals and construction phases - while other solutions need to happen now; Whereas the 407 ETR was created to provide a truck by-pass across the GTA and in doing so, relieve congestion on the 401 Hwy; Whereas current high tolls act as a disincentive to the transfer of traffic to the underused 407 ETR from the 401 Hwy as well as from surrounding local and regional roads; Whereas alternatives to the construction of the 413 Hwy were recommended by the Expert Panel appointed by the previous government, the work of that panel contributing to the cancellation of the proposed highway; Whereas one suggestion by the Expert Panel included the reduction or elimination of tolls for truck traffic on designated lanes of the 407 ETR; Whereas the current provincial government has been demonstrating there is Budget room for creative solutions to traffic congestion: Licence renewal stickers and fees for 7.5 million vehicles have been eliminated as of March 13, 2022 at a loss o
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor P. Saito
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
Whereas a healthy, professional news media is essential for the proper functioning of civil society and democracy at the local, regional, federal and international levels; Whereas the Public Policy Forum declares — on its website for the 2017 report The Shattered Mirror: News, Democracy and Trust in the Digital Age (commissioned by the federal government) — that “real news is in crisis” in this country; Whereas the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) cited eight “critical information needs” the media help to provide including emergencies; other public risks to health; education; the environment; economic opportunities; civic and political knowledge of policy initiatives; and the conduct of public officials, and candidates for office (The Shattered Mirror p.4); Whereas Canadians have
Moved by Councillor J. Kovac, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS Mississauga Council approved a capital project for the replacement of the existing privately owned noise barriers along Matheson Boulevard West, behind 575 to 733 Ashprior Avenue, with new City-owned noise barriers along or adjacent to the street line; AND WHEREAS during detailed design, it was determined that the preferred noise barrier location would result in significant impacts to existing trees and the capital project was
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor C. Fonseca
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS, the report entitled “A Review of the City’s Asset Naming Policies Through an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Lens” was discussed and approved by Council in January 2022, providing a process for how the City of Mississauga can evaluate the future naming of its streets, among other city assets; AND WHEREAS the report refers to the need to address “30 street names on the City’s Street Name Registry” in the short term, without identifying the specific or general locations for those names; AND WHEREAS nine street names from the Street Name Reserve List, already vetted and approved through the initial evaluation process, were previously submitted for a plan of subdivision along Ninth Line prior to the discussion of this report; AND WHEREAS, since approval of the report, an ad hoc working group of City of Mississauga staff has been formed to evaluate street names through an EDI lens in the absence of an approved policy; AND WHEREAS one of the previously submitted street names — “Viola Desmond” — refers to a specifically identifiable individual and has been thoroughly vetted and approved by the working group; AND WHEREAS the working group had time to do only a cursory review of the other eight names and therefore did not approve any of them; AND WHEREAS the eight street names not approved by the working group are of a generic nature and none are of specifically identifiable individuals and, if there was more time for vetting, could be approved; AND WHEREAS the developm
Moved by Councillor S. McFadden, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS the Towing and Storage Safety Act (TSSEA) received Royal Assent on June 3, 2021 as part of the Moving Ontarians More Safely Act; WHEREAS the TSSEA was the result of increased costs for customers, low industry standards and unqualified drivers over the GTA; WHEREAS the Mississauga Model featured prominently in the Task Force Study leading up to the TSSEA as an excellent model for province-wide standards; WHEREAS the TSSEA in fact incorporates many of the current by-laws in effect in Mississauga; WHEREAS the regulations governing the application of the Act are unknown at this time but a Summary of Proposal (attached) released March 4, 2022 would indicate all regulations and administration will be taken over by the Province with no role for our local by-law staff; WHEREAS municipalities were given until April 1, 2022 to make comments; WHEREAS The Towing Industry Advisory Committee (TIAC) met March 21, 2022 and expressed concern at the lack of consultation with the industry as well as the short timelines for the committee to formulate comments for City Council to review and submit; WHEREAS the timelines for Proposed Regulations coming into effect are well into the future, leaving a lengthy window of opportunity to comment well beyond April 1, 2022: January 1, 2023 Enhanced Commercial Vehicle Operator Record (VOR) requirement for tow trucks July 1, 2023 Registration of tow truck owners, tow truck drivers and vehicle storage operators January 1, 2024 Introduction of new sta
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
WHEREAS the Mayor, Members of Council and staff at the City of Mississauga are saddened to learn of the passing of Lonnie Davidson, Recreation Programmer at Meadowvale Community Centre, on Monday, March 14, 2022. AND WHEREAS Lonnie started with the City of Mississauga in February 2008. AND WHEREAS Lonnie was a beloved colleague and mentor to many in Recreation. She has left an imprint and will be greatly missed. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that sincere condolences be extended on behalf of the Mayor, Members of Council and staff of the City of Mississauga to the Davidson family. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor P. Saito, seconded by Councillor M. Mahoney
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, 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 March 23, 2022 shall be closed to the public to deal with the following matters: (a) Pursuant to the Municipal Act, Section 239 (2): i.Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board - Assessment Appeals – 2022 Taxation ii. Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Review of Committee Membership – Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee iii. Litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board - ROPA 30 Settlement YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor G. Carlson
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson
That the Director of Finance and Treasurer be directed to appeal the 2016 Current Value Assessment (CVA) for the 2022 taxation to the Assessment Review Board for the properties listed in Appendix 1. That all matters related to these appeals including execution of minutes of settlement, if appropriate, are settled in accordance with By-law 0268-2006 as amended. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor M. Mahoney, seconded by Councillor C. Fonseca
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson, Councillor P. Mullin
That Chacko’s seat on the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee be declared vacant; That the Mississauga Cycling Advisory Committee not fill the vacancy due to the election year, notwithstanding the Corporate Policy #02-01-01 on Citizen Appointments to Committees, Boards and Authorities. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor C. Fonseca, seconded by Councillor S. Dasko
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson, Councillor P. Mullin
That the verbal update related to the ROPA 30 Settlement be received. YES (10) Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac , Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson , and Councillor P. Mullin ABSENT (2) Mayor Crombie, and Councillor R. Starr
Moved by Councillor C. Parrish, seconded by Councillor D. Damerla
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson, Councillor P. Mullin
6. PRESENTATIONS - Nil 7. DEPUTATIONS 7.1 THIS ITEM HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA Sao Kham Mork-Gerra, Principal and Tammy Resko, Medical Coordinator, T. L. Kennedy Secondary School, with respect to Sensory Area Project for District Program students 7.2 Jenni Le Forestier, Resident with respect to the Motion opposing Highway 413 Item 16.1. Jennifer LeForestier, Resident, Town of Caledon, spoke in support of the Motion opposing construction of Highway 413 and expressed concerns with the impacts on the environment; urban sprawl generating commercial warehousing, excessive costs, and increased truck traffic. Councillor Parrish spoke to the matter and noted that her Motion outlines the concerns and suggested alternatives which will be sent to the Province for consideration. 7.3 Brad Butt, Vice-President, Government & Stakeholder Relations, Mississauga Board of Trade with respect to Mandatory Face Coverings Item 15.2.2. Council 2022/03/23 3 Brad Butt, Vice-President, Government & Stakeholder Relations, Mississauga Board of Trade spoke in support of lifting the requirement to wear a face covering for indoor settings and requested Council to repeal the Mandatory Face Mask By-law. 8. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD - 15 Minute Limit Brennan Bempong, Resident, inquired how the City of Mississauga will protect their employees from public backlash should Council not lift the mandatory face covering requirements for indoor spaces. Jodi Robillos, Commissioner, Community Services acknowledged th
Moved by Councillor M. Mahoney
Carried
In favour (10): Councillor S. Dasko, Councillor P. Mullin, Councillor C. Fonseca, Councillor J. Kovac, Councillor C. Parrish, Councillor D. Damerla, Councillor M. Mahoney, Councillor P. Saito, Councillor S. McFadden, Councillor G. Carlson

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