Meeting - Regular Session

TWENTY-SECOND Meeting - Regular Session

 

The Town of Oakville Council met in regular session to consider planning matters on this 9th day of September, 2019 in the Council Chamber of the Oakville Municipal Building, 1225 Trafalgar Road, commencing at 7:00 p.m.

 

Present:   Mayor                   -     Rob Burton

 

                  Councillors         -     Tom Adams

                                                -     Ray Chisholm

                                                -     Cathy Duddeck

                                                -     Allan Elgar

                                                -     Dave Gittings

                                                -     Marc Grant

                                                -     Janet Haslett-Theall

                                                -     Jeff Knoll

                                                -     Natalia Lishchyna

                                                -     Peter Longo

                                                -     Sean O’Meara

                                                -     Beth Robertson

                                                -     Jasvinder Sandhu

 

Staff                                        -     J. Clohecy, Commissioner of Community Development and Deputy CAO

-     D. Carr, Town Solicitor

                                                -     M. Simeoni, Director of Planning Services

                                                -     J. Barry, Director of Municipal Enforcement Services

-     J. Courtemanche, Director, Strategy Policy and Communications

                                                -     J. Stephen, Director of Engineering and Construction

                                                -     D. Childs, Manager of Policy Planning and Heritage

                                                -     H. Hecht, Manager of Current Planning - East District

                                                -     C. McConnell, Manager of Current Planning - West District

                                                -     H. Ellison, Manager of Strategy and Support Services

                                                -     P. Barrette, Senior Planner, Current Planning – West District

                                                -     T. Collingwood, Senior Planner

                                                -     G. Abma, Planner, Policy Planning and Heritage

                                                -     K. Livingstone, Planner, Current Planning – East District

                                                -     C. Van Sligtenhorst, Heritage Planner

                                                -     K. Piskorz, Project Leader, Design and Construction

                                                -     D. Ergun, Research Policy Analyst

                                                -     K. Patrick, Acting Town Clerk

                                                -     J. Marcovecchio, Council and Committee Coordinator

 

Regrets:   Councillor           -     Pavan Parmar

 

 

 

Declarations of Pecuniary Interest

 

No declarations of pecuniary interest were declared.

 

 

Committee of the Whole

 

Moved by Councillor Lishchyna        Seconded by Councillor Gittings

 

That this meeting proceed into a Committee of the Whole session.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

AGENDA ITEM(S)

 

1.

Electric Vehicle Charging Station Funding Opportunity

 

 

-           Report from Municipal Enforcement Services and Strategy, Policy and Communications Department, August 25, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor Adams

 

1.

That the report from Municipal Enforcement Services and Strategy Policy and Communications dated August 25, 2019 entitled “Electric Vehicle Charging Station Funding Opportunity” be received.

 

2.

That Council approve the application to Natural Resources Canada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program for the acquisition and installation of EV charging stations in Oakville as detailed in the report from Municipal Enforcement Services and Strategy Policy and Communications dated August 25, 2019.

 

3.

That, should the Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program application for funding be successful, that $282,000 be allocated from the Parking Reserve Fund to implement the program and that the associated Funding Agreement be executed in accordance with By-law 2013-057.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Temporary Use By-law, Acclaim Health and Community Care Services, 2250 Speers Road, Z.1628.01By-law 2019-085

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
September 4, 2019

 

 

For the purposes of Planning Act requirements, the following person(s) made an oral submission:

-     Chad Murray, re:  in support of the Temporary Use By-law, indicating that the need for dementia services and respite care is critical everywhere especially in Halton; and thanking the volunteers, staff, and members of Council for working with the Acclaim Health Team to assist clients on this project.

 

-     Nigel Taylor and Laura Clark, SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. (Novus Environmental Inc.), air quality specialists for the applicant, in support of the application; providing illustrations and reviewing air quality matters, compliance with regulations, reception and residential areas, site mitigation, carbon filtration on intakes, and studies; advising that air quality would not impact the site and existing or new industries; and filed a submission.

 

-     Emma West, Partner, Bousfields Inc., on behalf of the applicant, indicating that the main outstanding concern was the viability of existing and future employment uses within the employment lands; advising that this proposal would not impact the employment area, the proposed use is a community use for adult daycare with overnight beds, and that the proposal is consistent with provincial policies, conforms to the growth plan and region and town policies, the use is appropriate and desirable, and good planning.

 

Moved by Councillor O’Meara

 

1.

That Planning Staff report dated September 4, 2019 regarding Zoning
By-law Amendment application Z.1628.01 submitted by Acclaim Health and Community Care Services for 2250 Speers Road, be received.

 

2.

That the application be approved, as amended, in accordance with the temporary use By-law 2019-085, attached as Appendix F to this staff report.

 

3.

That By-law 2019-085 be passed.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Public Meeting and Recommendation Report, Draft Plan of Condominium, 2165 Buckingham Road, F.J. Investments Inc., 24CDM-19004/1402

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 19, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor Adams

 

That the Director of Planning Services be authorized to grant draft plan approval to the draft plan of condominium (24CDM-19004/1402) submitted by F.J. Investments Inc., and prepared by Schaeffer Dzaldov Bennett Limited dated March 20, 2019, subject to the conditions contained in Appendix A to the report dated August 19, 2019 from the Planning Services Department.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

4.

Public Meeting and Recommendation Report, Draft Plan of Condominium, Ballantry (Oak Park 2) Inc., 24CDM-19003/1414

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 19, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor Knoll

 

That the Director of Planning Services be authorized to grant draft plan approval to the Draft Plan of Condominium (24CDM-19003/1414) submitted by Ballantry (Oak Park 2) Inc., prepared by KRCMAR Ltd., dated January 24, 2019, subject to the conditions contained in Appendix ‘A’ of the Planning Services report dated August 19, 2019.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

5.

Recommendation Report, 320 Bronte Road Inc., Proposed Official Plan and Zoning Amendment, Draft Plan of Subdivision and Draft Plan of Common Element Condominium, 320 - 350 Bronte Road, File No.'s: Z.1631.01, OPA 1631.01, 24T-19001/1631, 24CDM-19001/1631

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 19, 2019

 

 

For the purposes of Planning Act requirements, the following person(s) made an oral submission:

 

-     Sally Burgess, re:  concerns regarding changing the feel and characteristic of the neighbourhood which has large lots, mature trees, single and double storey homes, and increasing the density; suggesting that the proposed development would be a better fit in other areas of Oakville designated as growth areas; in support of the refusal of the planning application, is not adverse to development on the property; and filed a submission.

 

-     Bob Farkas, re:  concerns regarding traffic volume in the area during rush hour and congestion at Bronte Road and Rebecca Street, and in support of the refusal of the planning application.

 

-     Sheina Barnes, re:  concerns regarding noise levels from traffic and number of car accidents at Bronte Road and Rebecca Street, aggressive driving, getting in and out of a difficult intersection, congestion in the area during rush hour, and asking for lower density housing under the zoning.

 

-     Russell Cheeseman, legal counsel on behalf of the applicant, advising of the review of the planning application and a revised submission to address some of the issues, appeal period and process; and requesting that the application be referred back to staff for his client to work with town staff, Halton Region, and Conservation Halton.

 

 

CLOSED SESSION

 

Moved by Councillor Elgar

 

That Committee resolve into a closed meeting session for the purpose of dealing with a matter pertaining to litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board, and receiving advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose with respect to Item 5.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

Committee resolved into closed session at 8:00 p.m.

 

Committee resolved back into open session at 8:16 p.m.

 

 

The following communication(s) were distributed at the meeting:

-     (September 9, 2019) from John Bateman

-     (September 9, 2019) from Scott Barker

-     (September 6, 2019) from Sally Burgess

-     (May 24, 2019) from John Bateman

-     (May 13, 2019) from Harry Shea and Linda Shea

-     (April 24, 2091) from Christopher Waller and Elizabeth Waller

-     (April 20, 2019) from Jane Nguyen-Tran

-     (March 28, 2019) from Linda Leeson

-     (March 25, 2019) from Derek Ramm

 

Moved by Councillor Duddeck

 

That the proposed Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment Draft Plan of Subdivision and Draft Plan of Condominium applications and submitted by 320 Bronte Road Inc., File No.: OPA 1631.01, Z.1631.01,
24T-19001/1631 and 24CDM-19001/1631, and detailed within the

August 19, 2019 Planning and Development Council report from Planning Services, be deferred to a Special Planning and Development Council meeting on October 3, 2019.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

6.

Cultural Heritage Landscape Strategy - Phase Two - St. Jude's Cemetery

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 28, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor Duddeck

 

1.

That the Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report, attached as Appendix A to the report dated August 28, 2019 from Planning Services, be received; and,

 

2.

That St. Jude’s Cemetery be recognized as a significant cultural heritage landscape and move into Phase Three: Implementation of Protection Measures.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

7.

Notice of Intention to Designate - Erchless Estate Cultural Heritage Landscape

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 28, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor Gittings

 

That a Notice of Intention to Designate under Section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for the Erchless Estate cultural heritage landscape, located at 8 Navy Street, 110-114 King Street, as identified in Appendix A to the report dated August 28, 2019 from the Planning Services Department, be issued.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

8.

Parking Management

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services, Engineering & Construction & Municipal Enforcement Departments, August 19, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor Adams

 

That staff prepare RFPs to initiate a residential and main street parking study as part of an overall Parking Management Study, as outlined in the report from the Planning Services, Engineering & Construction & Municipal Enforcement Departments dated August 19, 2019; and that a provision for parking recreational vehicles, motor homes, etc. on residential property be included.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

9.

Ward 2 Storm Sewer Capital Projects Update

 

 

-           Report from Engineering and Construction Department, August 19, 2018

 

 

Moved by Councillor Duddeck

 

1.

That the report, Ward 2 Storm Sewer Capital Projects Update, from the Engineering and Construction Department, dated August 19, 2019, be received.

 

2.

That sufficient funds be transferred from Account 53381805 – Woodhaven Park Drive Sewer to Account 53381703 – Maplehurst Storm Sewer in order to award construction services for Maplehurst Avenue Storm Sewer Project, Tender RFT-39-2019 to the lowest compliant bidder.

 

3.

That the project schedules and capital budgets for storm sewers on Maplehurst Avenue (Phase 2), Westminster Drive and Woodhaven Park Drive be updated, as outlined in this report, through the 2020 Capital Budget process.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10.

Halton Integrated Growth Management Strategy (IGMS): Consultation Strategy to determine Oakville's weighting of the Evaluation Framework for the Growth Scenarios

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 28, 2019

 

 

Moved by Councillor O’Meara

 

That Oakville planning staff implement the proposed consultation strategy outlined in the report from the Planning Services department dated August 28, 2019 to obtain feedback from Oakville residents regarding what evaluation criteria and weighting of the evaluation criteria for the proposed Halton Integrated Growth Management Strategy Growth Scenarios best suit the planning needs of Oakville and report back to Oakville Council with the results of the consultation at the Planning and Development Council meeting on December 2, 2019.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

11.

Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee (August 27, 2019)

 

 

Moved by Councillor Longo

 

That the following recommendation pertaining to Item 6a of the Heritage Oakville Advisory Committee minutes from its meeting on August 27, 2019, be approved and the remainder of the minutes be received:

 

 

6a.

Heritage Permit Application HP040/19-42.20L 1306 Lakeshore Road East - Gairloch Gardens Shoreline Repairs

 

 

-           Report from Planning Services Department,
August 14, 2019

 

 

1.

That Heritage Permit Application HP040/19-42.20L for the shoreline repairs and improvements and associated landscaping at
1306 Lakeshore Road East, as attached in Appendix B to the report dated August 14, 2019 from Planning Services, be approved.

 

2.

That this heritage permit expire two years from the date of final approval by Council.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

 

 

 

 

RISE AND REPORT TO COUNCIL

 

Moved by Councillor Elgar

 

That this committee rise and report.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

The Mayor arose and reported that the Committee of the Whole has met and has made recommendations on Consent Item 1, Public Hearing Items 2, 3 and 4, Discussion Items 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, and Advisory Committee Minutes Item 11, as noted by the Clerk.

 

 

Moved by Councillor Grant                     Seconded by Councillor Sandhu

 

That the report and recommendations of the Committee of the Whole be approved.

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

 

(Emergency, Congratulatory or Condolence)

 

Councillor Haslett-Theall congratulated Councillor Knoll and Michelle Knoll for cohosting the 22nd Annual Oak Park Fall Fair with Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre that was held on September 7, 2019.

 

Councillor Knoll thanked the volunteers, vendors, community organizations, and members of Council on the 22nd Annual Oak Park Fall Fair which raises funds for Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre.

 

Councillor Chisholm congratulated Kerr Village BIA for hosting the 6th Annual Kerrfest 2019 that was held on September 6 - 8, 2019.

 

 

CONSIDERATION AND READING OF BY-LAWS

    

Moved by Councillor Lishchyna        Seconded by Councillor Chisholm

 

That the following by-law(s) be passed:

 

2019-085 

A by-law to authorize a temporary use of land on lands described as Part Lot 28, Concession 3, SDS (Acclaim Health and Community Care Services File No.: Z.1628.01).  (Re: Item 2)

 

 

2019-090

A by-law to declare that certain land is not subject to part lot control (Blocks 383, Plan 20M-1183, and Parts of Block 22, Plan 20M-1185 – Vaquita Creek Home (BT) Corp.).

 

 

2019-092

A by-law to designate the Captain G. E. Morden House at
489 Lakeshore Road West as a property of cultural heritage value or interest.

 

 

2019-093

A by-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of Council.

 

 

                                                                                                               CARRIED

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

 

The Mayor adjourned the meeting 8:47 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                                    ________________________________

                                                                                                        KATHY PATRICK

                                                                                                   ACTING TOWN CLERK