The Georgina Record

Council Meeting

September 20, 2023

Who was there

Present (6): Charlene Biggerstaff, Lee Dale, Naomi Davison, Dan Fellini, Dale Kerr Genge, Margaret Quirk

Absent (1): Dave Neeson

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 (30 motions)

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

That the September 20, 2023 Council agenda, with the following addendum items, be adopted; Item 11.1.d(a), additional correspondence from Brad Smith in opposition to Inland Iron & Metal request for additional operating hours, Report LS-2023-0015 Item 11.1.d(b), additional correspondence from Lisa and Norman Scott in opposition to Inland Iron & Metal request for additional operating hours, Report LS-2023-0015
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the presentation provided by Val Stevens, Director/CEO, Georgina Public Library and Bobbi Sabatini, Library Board Chair, presenting the new Library Strategic Plan, be received.
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That Council receive Report No. LS-2023-0015 prepared by the Municipal Law Enforcement Division, Legislative Services dated September 20 th , 2023 respecting a Noise By-law Exemption Request from Inland Iron & Metals. That Council authorize staff to execute the agreement (Attachment 1) between Inland Iron & Metals and the Town of Georgina, amended to reflect permission to load four (4) tractor trailers on Sundays between 10:00am and 2:00pm and two (2) tractor trailers on Statutory Holidays between 10:00am to 12:00 noon.
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
That the following reports be approved; b. Application for Deeming Bylaw Approval 1. 06.261 26 Farley Circle.pdf 2. 06.261 Combined Attachments.pdf 26 Farley Circle and 818-820 Fairbank Avenue Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534, Part 1, Plan 65R-14337 and Lot 32, Plan 137, File 06.261 Report No. DS-2023-0080 RESOLUTION NO. C-2023-0316 That Council receive Report No. DS-2023-0080 prepared by the Development Planning Division, Development Services Department, dated September 20, 2023 respecting an application for deeming by-law approval for the property municipally addressed as 26 Farley Circle and 818-820 Fairbank Avenue, and legally described as Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534 (Part 1, Plan 65R-14337) and Lot 32, Plan 137; That Council approve the application to deem Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534 and Lot 32, Plan 137 not to be lots on a registered plan of subdivision for the purpose of Section 50(3) and in accordance with Section 50(4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990; and, That Council pass a by-law to deem Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534 and Lot 32, Plan 137 not to be lots on a registered plan of subdivision for the purpose of Section 50(3) and in accordance with Section 50(4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. f. Application for Sign Bylaw Relief for Ground Sign at 52 Ellisview Road 1. Sign By-law Relief Application - 52 Ellisview Rd.pdf 2. Attachment 1.pdf 3. Attachment 2.pdf Report No. LS-2023-0016 RESOLUTION NO. C-2023-0317 That Council receive Report No. LS-2023-0016 prepare
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That Council receive, with thanks, the verbal update provided by Melanie Morris of Colliers Project Leaders regarding the progress of the Multi Use Recreation Complex (MURC) construction project.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That Council receive Report No. LS-2023-0012 prepared by the Clerk’s Division, Legislative Services Department dated September 20, 2023, respecting the 2024 Council meeting schedule and refer it back to staff for further review of proposed meeting times.
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That Council receive Report No. CSD-2023-0003 prepared by the Community Services Department dated September 20, 2023, respecting Community Services – Fees and Charges 2024-2027 . That Council approve the Community Services – Fees and Charges 2024-2027 presented in Attachment 1 and that advisement of the revisions be published in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act. ​ That Council adopt a By-law to approve the Community Services – Fees and Charges 2024-2027 presented in Attachment 1, incorporating changes discussed at Council including i) maintaining the 2025 youth ice rate at a 3% increase, ii) monitoring the relationship the Town has with the organizations who provide children's services and report back if required, iii) exploring potential corporate sponsorships of activities at Town facilities, iv) reviewing incentive options for hall rentals by local groups, v) review by Council of fees and charges before increases come into effect, vi) exploring implementation of non-resident ice rates, vii) exploring standardized waterfront parking fees in all Georgina parking lots, for consideration as part of the Waterfront Master Plan.
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the Council meeting recess at 10:20am
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That Council receive Report No. DS-2023-0082 prepared by the Planning Policy Division, Development Services Department, dated September 20, 2023, respecting the Lake Drive Shoreline Jurisdiction Action Plan Area; That as per Action Plan Policy Step 12, Council receive the reporting letter from Ritchie, Ketcheson, Hart and Biggart LLP dated July 11, 2023 (see Attachment 4); That Council recognize the requirement for beach associations to be registered as incorporated not-for-profit organizations, functioning as legal entities, before engaging in any potential long-term lease or sale agreements with the Town; That staff be directed to engage in a consultation process with beach associations for feedback, and report back to Council in Q1 2024; and, That staff, following the above-mentioned consultation process with beach associations, report back to Council to seek direction on land management options and a cost structure breakdown for beach associations.
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
That Council receive correspondence from the City of Markham requesting a review of the Regional governance model to consider amendments to meet the city's needs.
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That Council endorse the amendment to Traffic Bylaw 2002-0046 (TR-1) - Schedule II "No Parking" to reflect the petition results to remove the No Parking zone and associated signage on the north and south sides of Pine Beach Drive, from Lake Drive South to 183 metres east of Lake Drive South.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That Council receive staff's briefing note advising of a lake Drive Functional Assessment Public Information Centre to be held September 26th to develop and compare alternatives for potential modifications to the roadway to enhance safety for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles.
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That the following bylaws be adopted with the following amendments; Bylaw 2023-0072 (CON-1); exemption to load four (4) tractor trailers on Sundays between the hours of 10:00am and 2:00pm and two (2) tractor trailers on Statutory Holidays between the hours of 10:00am and 12:00pm Bylaw 2023-0073 (TR-1); include the road name 'Pine Beach Drive' 1. Bylaw Number 2023-0071 (PL-1) to Deem certain Registered Plans of Subdivision or parts thereof not to be registered plans of subdivision, Lot 32, Plan 137, Part of Lots 6 & 7, Plan 534, 26 Farley Circle and 818-820 Fairbank Avenue, File 06-261 1. 06.261 BYLAW.pdf 2. Bylaw Number 2023-0072 (CON-1) authorizing execution of agreement between Town of Georgina and Inland Marine and Salvage Limited, Part Lot 1, Concession 6, n/s Ravenshoe Road 1. Bylaw 2023-0072 (CON-1), Agreement, Inland Marine and Salvage Limited.pdf 3. Bylaw Number 2023-0072 (CON-1) amending Bylaw 2002-0046 (CON-1) regulating traffic and control of parking of vehicles; Schedule II - No Parking, removing reference to Lake Dr.S to 183m east of Lake Dr S, n/s and s/s 1. Amend By-Law NO.2002-0046 (TR-1), Schedule II.pdf
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
That Council convene into Closed Session at 11:07am to deal with the following matters; Approval of Closed Session Minutes; January 18, February 1, February 15, March 1, March 22, March 29, April 5, April 19, April 26, May 17, June 14, June 21, July 12 A PROPOSED OR PENDING ACQUISITION OR DISPOSITION OF LAND BY THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, Section 239(2)(c), MA; Jackson's Point
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That the Council meeting reconvene into Open Session at 11:55am and report on matters discussed in Closed Session.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the Closed Session Minutes of April 5, 2023, be adopted as presented.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the following 2023 Closed Session minutes be adopted as presented; January 18, February 1 and 15, March 1 and 22, April 19 and 26, May 17, June 14 and 21, July 12
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
regard to Closed Session Item No. 17.1.b being a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board under Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, being related to a matter in relation to Jackson's Point; That Council receive the staff update and staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Fellini In
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted; 1. Bylaw Number 2023-0074 (COU-2) confirming proceedings of Council on September 20, 2023 1. Bylaw 2023-0074 (COU-2) confirm proceedings of Council on September 20, 2023.pdf
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried
That the meeting adjourn at 12:00pm.
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the presentation provided by Val Stevens, Director/CEO, Georgina Public Library and Bobbi Sabatini, Library Board Chair, presenting the new Library Strategic Plan, be received. 4
Moved by Councillor Fellini, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That the following reports be approved; b. Application for Deeming Bylaw Approval 26 Farley Circle and 818-820 Fairbank Avenue Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534, Part 1, Plan 65R-14337 and Lot 32, Plan 137, File 06.261 Report No. DS-2023-0080 RESOLUTION NO. C-2023-0316 1. That Council receive Report No. DS-2023-0080 prepared by the Development Planning Division, Development Services Department, dated September 20, 2023 respecting an application for deeming by-law approval for the property municipally addressed as 26 Farley Circle and 818-820 Fairbank Avenue, and legally described as Part of Lots 6 6 and 7, Plan 534 (Part 1, Plan 65R-14337) and Lot 32, Plan 137; 2. That Council approve the application to deem Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534 and Lot 32, Plan 137 not to be lots on a registered plan of subdivision for the purpose of Section 50(3) and in accordance with Section 50(4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990; and, 3. That Council pass a by-law to deem Part of Lots 6 and 7, Plan 534 and Lot 32, Plan 137 not to be lots on a registered plan of subdivision for the purpose of Section 50(3) and in accordance with Section 50(4) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990. f. Application for Sign Bylaw Relief for Ground Sign at 52 Ellisview Road Report No. LS-2023-0016 RESOLUTION NO. C-2023-0317 1. That Council receive Report No. LS-2023-0016 prepared by the Municipal Law Enforcement Division, Legislative Services dated September 20th, 2023 respecting one Application for Sign By-law Relief for a
Moved by Councillor Dale, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
7 That Council receive, with thanks, the verbal update provided by Melanie Morris of Colliers Project Leaders regarding the progress of the Multi Use Recreation Complex (MURC) construction project.
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
1. That Council receive Report No. CSD-2023-0003 prepared by the Community Services Department dated September 20, 2023, respecting Community Services – Fees and Charges 2024-2027. 2. That Council approve the Community Services – Fees and Charges 2024-2027 presented in Attachment 1 and that advisement of the revisions be published in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act. 8 3. That Council adopt a By-law to approve the Community Services – Fees and Charges 2024-2027 presented in Attachment 1, incorporating changes discussed at Council including i) maintaining the 2025 youth ice rate at a 3% increase, ii) monitoring the relationship the Town has with the organizations who provide children's services and report back if required, iii) exploring potential corporate sponsorships of activities at Town facilities, iv) reviewing incentive options for hall rentals by local groups, v) review by Council of fees and charges before increases come into effect, vi) exploring implementation of non-resident ice rates, vii) exploring standardized waterfront parking fees in all Georgina parking lots, for consideration as part of the Waterfront Master Plan.
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That Council receive correspondence from the City of Markham requesting a review of the Regional governance model to consider amendments to meet the city's needs. 10
Moved by Regional Councillor Davison, seconded by Councillor Genge
Carried
That the following bylaws be adopted with the following amendments; 12 Bylaw 2023-0072 (CON-1); exemption to load four (4) tractor trailers on Sundays between the hours of 10:00am and 2:00pm and two (2) tractor trailers on Statutory Holidays between the hours of 10:00am and 12:00pm Bylaw 2023-0073 (TR-1); include the road name 'Pine Beach Drive' 1. Bylaw Number 2023-0071 (PL-1) to Deem certain Registered Plans of Subdivision or parts thereof not to be registered plans of subdivision, Lot 32, Plan 137, Part of Lots 6 & 7, Plan 534, 26 Farley Circle and 818-820 Fairbank Avenue, File 06-261 2. Bylaw Number 2023-0072 (CON-1) authorizing execution of agreement between Town of Georgina and Inland Marine and Salvage Limited, Part Lot 1, Concession 6, n/s Ravenshoe Road 3. Bylaw Number 2023-0072 (CON-1) amending Bylaw 2002-0046 (CON-1) regulating traffic and control of parking of vehicles; Schedule II - No Parking, removing reference to Lake Dr.S to 183m east of Lake Dr S, n/s and s/s
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Dale
Carried
That Council convene into Closed Session at 11:07am to deal with the following matters; a. Approval of Closed Session Minutes; January 18, February 1, February 15, March 1, March 22, March 29, April 5, April 19, April 26, May 17, June 14, June 21, July 12 b. A PROPOSED OR PENDING ACQUISITION OR DISPOSITION OF LAND BY THE MUNICIPALITY OR LOCAL BOARD, Section 239(2)(c), MA; Jackson's Point
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Biggerstaff
Carried
That the Council meeting reconvene into Open Session at 11:55am and report on matters discussed in Closed Session. 13
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
In regard to Closed Session Item No. 17.1.b being a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board under Section 239(2)(c) of the Municipal Act, being related to a matter in relation to Jackson's Point; 1. That Council receive the staff update and staff be directed to proceed accordingly.
Moved by Councillor Genge, seconded by Councillor Fellini
Carried
That the following bylaw be adopted; 1. Bylaw Number 2023-0074 (COU-2) confirming proceedings of Council on September 20, 2023
Moved by Councillor Biggerstaff, seconded by Regional Councillor Davison
Carried

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