That Council hereby approves the following items and that the various Officials of the Corporation are hereby authorized and directed to take such action as may be necessary to give effect of the recommendations as contained therein: 8.1, 10.5.1, 10.5.2, 10.6.1, 10.6.2, 10.6.3, 12.1, 14.2, 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 16.1, 19.1, 19.2, and 19.3:
8.1.
That the staff update re. Government Relations Matters, to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, be received.
10.5.1.
1. That the report from Ed Fagan, Director, Parks Maintenance & Forestry to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, re: Request to Begin Procurement – Design, Supply and Installation of Park Shade Shelters, Playground Equipment and Playground Surfacing at Various Locations Citywide, be received;
2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for the design, supply and installation of park shade shelters at various locations;
3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for the design, supply and installation of playgrounds at various locations;
4. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for the design, supply and installation of impact attenuating playground surfacing at various park locations.
10.5.2.
1. That the report from Ed Fagan, Director, Parks Maintenance & Forestry to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, re: Request to Begin Procurement – Design, Supply and Construction of Park Amenities at Chinguacousy Sandalwood Park and Creditview Sandalwood Park – Ward 6, be received;
2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for design, supply and installation for the field hockey carpet replacement at Chinguacousy Sandalwood Park; and
3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for the design and construction of a lit multi-use cricket field at Creditview Sandalwood Park.
10.6.1.
1. That the report from Gurmeet Saini, Street Lighting Coordinator, Roads Maintenance and Operations and Fleet, to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, re: Request to Begin Procurement – Decorative Streetlight Rebuild in Toronto Gore Rural Estate Area – Ward 10, be received;
2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for Streetlight Rebuild in the Toronto Gore Rural Estate Area.
10.6.2.
1. That the report from Carlos Gomes, Supervisor, Contracts, Road Maintenance, Operations and Fleet re: Request to Begin Procurement for 2025 Recreation Trail Repairs – All Wards, to Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, be received; and
2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for 2025 Recreation Trail Repairs.
10.6.3.
1. That the report from Carlos Gomes, Supervisor, Contracts, Road Maintenance, Operations and Fleet to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, re: Request to Begin Procurement for Public Works Repairs East Side – Wards 3, 7, 8, 9 and 10, be received; and
2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for Public Works Repairs East Side.
12.1.
1. That the Minutes of the Committee of Council Meeting of January 29, 2025, to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, be received; and,
2. That Recommendations CW034-2025 to CW045-2025 be approved as outlined in the minutes.
14.2.
That the correspondence from Regional Councillor Medeiros, dated January 31, 2025, re. Notice of Leave of Absence, to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, be received.
15.1.
Whereas: The City of Brampton currently recognizes COR2020 as the sole verification of an occupational health and safety management system.
Whereas: The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development recognizes both COR and ISO 45001 as accredited standards under the Supporting Ontario’s Safe Employers (SOSE) program;
Whereas: Promoting health and safety, ensuring fairness, and providing equitable access to the market are fundamental pillars of the City's procurement process.
Therefore, be it resolved that: The City of Brampton shall now accept both COR2020 and ISO 45001 as valid standards for demonstrating competency and compliance with an occupational health and safety management system.
15.2.
Whereas soccer is the most popular sport for young Canadians to play, according to a recent study (2023 Canadian Youth Sports Report), and the growth of soccer in Brampton for those of all ages continues to increase;
Whereas seven players on Canada’s National soccer team that played in the recent World Cup are originally from Brampton, Ontario,
Whereas Atiba Hutchinson is a Brampton born professional soccer player and former Captain of the Men’s Team Canada National Soccer Team who began his career playing with Brampton Youth Soccer Club on Brampton recreational fields, including those at Century Gardens Recreation Centre;
Whereas Atiba Hutchinson has had a renowned international soccer career, representing Brampton talent on the world athletic stage;
Whereas in 2022, Council approved the naming of the Century Gardens boxed soccer court to honor Atiba Hutchinson’s remarkable athletic achievements and ongoing contributions to the Brampton community;
Whereas Atiba Hutchinson remains actively engaged in supporting the Brampton community, particularly in advancing youth athletics and soccer development;
Whereas the City of Brampton remains committed to fostering healthy and active lifestyles through investments in sports infrastructure and programs that engage youth and residents, in alignment with the City's Corporate Strategic Plan.
Therefore be it resolved that:
1. Council authorize the Commissioner of Community Services to initiate an exploration into the feasibility of creating an urban sports park or similar multipurpose sports venue(s) in Brampton;
2. This exploration should include the potential for a partnership with Atiba Hutchinson and Fusion Sports Parks Incorporated to design and develop the facility, inspired by successful urban sports parks around the world, including but not limited to LA Galaxy Park (https://lagalaxypark.com/) and;
3. The Commissioner of Community Services report back to Council with findings, including options for location, design concepts, estimated costs, funding opportunities, and community engagement strategies.
15.3.
Whereas the United Achievers’ Club of Brampton Inc. was established in 1980 and incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1987; and
Whereas United Achievers’ Club is dedicated to raising the profile and consciousness of Black and Caribbean communities in the wider society; and
Whereas the United Achievers’ Club’s community involvement has increased over the years to include a community services centre (now United Achievers’ Community Services Inc.) and non-profit housing (United Achievers’ Non-Profit Housing Corporation); and
Whereas the City of Brampton has supported United Achievers’ Club through waiving facility rental fees for the 2024 Celebrity Men Who Cook event; and
Whereas the 2025 Celebrity Men Who Cook event is scheduled for April 26, 2025, at Century Gardens Recreation Centre;
Therefore Be It Resolved:
That the City’s facility rental fees, for the annual Celebrity Men Who Cook event in support of United Achievers’ Club, be waived for the scheduled 2025 event and planned 2026 event, during the current term of Council.
16.1.
That the Referred Matters List, to the Council Meeting of February 5, 2025, be acknowledged.
19.1.
That the following Closed Session minutes be acknowledged and the directions therein be deemed given:
19.1. Closed Session Minutes - City Council - January 22, 2025
19.2 and 19.3
That the following Closed Session items be acknowledged and the directions therein be deemed given:
19.2. New License Agreement
Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:
A position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board.
19.3. Update re: Proposed Property Acquisition
Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:
(c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board;
(k) a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the municipality or local board.