Minutes

Committee of Council

The Corporation of the City of Brampton

Wednesday, March 30, 2022

9:30 A.m. - 4:30 P.m.

Council Chambers - 4th Floor, City Hall - Webex Electronic Meeting

Members Present:

• Mayor Patrick Brown (ex officio)
• Regional Councillor R. Santos
• Regional Councillor P. Vicente
• City Councillor D. Whillans
• Regional Councillor M. Palleschi
• Regional Councillor M. Medeiros
• City Councillor J. Bowman
• City Councillor C. Williams
• Regional Councillor P. Fortini
• City Councillor H. Singh
• Regional Councillor G. Dhillon

Staff Present:

• Paul Morrison, Interim Chief Administrative Officer
• Richard Forward, Commissioner, Planning, Building and Economic Development
• Marlon Kallideen, Commissioner, Legislative Services
• Jason Schmidt-Shoukri, Commissioner, Public Works and Engineering
• Cynthia Ogbarmey-Tetteh, Acting Commissioner, Corporate Support Services
• Anand Patel, Acting Commissioner, Community Services
• Alex Milojevic, General Manager, Transit
• Bill Boyes, Fire Chief, Fire and Emergency Services
• Sameer Akhtar, City Solicitor
• Peter Fay, City Clerk
• Charlotte Gravlev, Deputy City Clerk
• Sonya Pacheco, Legislative Coordinator

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1.

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 9:31 a.m., recessed at 1:38 p.m. and reconvened at 2:30 p.m. At 5:28 p.m. Committee recessed and moved into Closed Session at 6:00 p.m., recessed at 6:35 p.m., reconvened in Open Session at 6:50 p.m. and adjourned at 6:53 p.m.

As this meeting of Committee of Council was conducted with electronic participation by Members of Council, the meeting started with the City Clerk calling the roll for attendance at the meeting, as follows:

Members present during roll call: Regional Councillor Santos, Regional Councillor Vicente, City Councillor Whillans, Regional Councillor Palleschi, City Councillor Bowman, Regional Councillor Medeiros, City Councillor Williams, Regional Councillor Fortini, City Councillor Singh and Regional Councillor Dhillon

Members absent during roll call:  Mayor Brown (arrived at 9:__ a.m. - personal)

Note: City Councillor Whillans left the meeting at ___ p.m. - personal)

2.

Approval of Agenda

Committee discussion took place with respect to proposed amendments to the agenda.

The following motion was considered.

• CW113-2022

  That the agenda for the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022 be approved, as amended, as follows:

  To Add:

  6.8. Delegation from Sarbjit Kaur, ODTA Communications, and Bob Punia, ODTA Advisor, Ontario Dump Truck Association (ODTA), re: Dump Truck Association labour and safety concerns

  8.3.2. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: Extension of Thorndale Road through 9225 The Gore Road 

  9.3.4. Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Williams, re: LDD Moth Burlap Trap Kits for Residents

  10.3.1. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Fortini, re: Proposed Amendment to the Mobile Licensing By-law – Taxi Licensing

  10.3.2. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: Voting Machines

  12.3.2. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: Ontario Dump Truck Association Strike 

  15.6. Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

  Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees

  To Vary Order of business to deal with Item 11.1.1 (MDA Business Retention Timeline) first

  To Withdraw:

  15.5. Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (f) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

  Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; and, 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.

3.

Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

The following Members of Council declared conflicts of interest with respect to Item 6.7 (Considerations for Incentives to Non-Profit Affordable Housing and Long Term Care Projects in Brampton) as they sit on the Golden Age Village for the Elderly (GAVE) Advisory Board.

• City Councillor Bowman
• Regional Councillor Medeiros
• Mayor Brown

4.

Consent

In keeping with Council Resolution C019-2021, the Meeting Chair reviewed the relevant agenda items during this section of the meeting and allowed Members to identify agenda items for debate and consideration, with the balance to be approved as part of the Consent Motion given the items are generally deemed to be routine and non-controversial.

The following items listed with a caret (^) were considered to be routine and non-controversial by the Committee and were approved at one time:

8.2.1, 8.2.2, 8.2.3, 8.2.4, 8.2.5, 8.2.6, 8.2.7, 8.2.8, 8.3.1, 9.2.2, 9.2.3, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 10.2.1, 10.2.2, 11.2.1, 12.2.1, 12.2.2, 12.2.3, 15.4

The following motion was considered.

• CW114-2022

  That the following items to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022 be approved as part of Consent: 

  8.2.1, 8.2.2, 8.2.3, 8.2.4, 8.2.5, 8.2.6, 8.2.7, 8.2.8, 8.3.1, 9.2.2, 9.2.3, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 10.2.1, 10.2.2, 11.2.1, 12.2.1, 12.2.2, 12.2.3, 15.4

  A recorded vote was taken, with the results as follows.

  Yea (11)

  Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Vicente , Regional Councillor Palleschi, Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , Regional Councillor Dhillon, City Councillor Whillans, City Councillor Bowman, City Councillor Williams , City Councillor Singh, and Mayor Patrick Brown

  Carried (11 to 0)

5.

Announcements

Nil

6.

Public Delegations

6.1

Possible Delegations re: Proposed Procedure By-law Amendment - Implementing Position of Deputy Mayor

In response to an inquiry from the Chair, P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no delegation requests were received with respect to the subject matter. It was noted that the related by-law would be considered by Council at the April 6, 2022 meeting.

6.2

Delegations re: Response to Council Referred Matter C245-2021: Municipal Fireworks Jurisdictional Scan (RM 62/2021)

Items 9.2.1 and 9.4.1 were brought forward and dealt with at this time.

(1) Aleem Kanji, Director, Government Relations, and Perry Logan, Executive Director, Canadian National Fireworks Association (CNFA), provided a presentation regarding the CNFA, which included information on their mission, their review and support of the staff report (Item 9.2.1), and the Be A Good Neighbour and Vendor Certification and Employee Training programs. The delegations provided further information regarding the regulation of fireworks, tradition of setting off fireworks for celebrations, productive consultations with staff, and the purchase of fireworks beyond the City's borders and online. In addition, the delegations outlined the commitment of the CNFA to work with the City to address safety concerns.

(2) Thomas Jacobs, President, Rocket Fireworks Inc., provided information to Committee regarding a fireworks education program in partnership with the CNFA, increase in fireworks sales during the COVID-19 pandemic and an indication that sales are starting to decline, the provision of educational material to purchasers regarding the safe use of fireworks, review of opportunities to enhance training and education for vendors, current fireworks regulations in Brampton, and the purchase of fireworks online.

(3) Lovedeep Grewal, President, Phatboy Fireworks, addressed Committee regarding the current fireworks regulations in Brampton for vendors and residents, incidents involving fireworks, purchase of fireworks online, impact of COVID-19 on fireworks sales, and the importance of education, communication and enforcement of fireworks-related offenses.

The following motion was introduced.

Therefore be it resolved that:

That staff work with the fireworks industry (Canadian National Fireworks Association) to increase public awareness around fireworks along with the Industry’s Be a Good Neighbour program and vendor certification and employee training program; and

That staff review the three-metre rule for fireworks.

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Review of the three-metre rule for fireworks
• Clarification of the staff recommendation relating to City-run fireworks events
• Low decibel/silent fireworks
• Fireworks-related complaints from residents and an indication that a majority of complaints were received during Diwali
• Enforcement of fireworks offenses, including details on the process, fines, challenges and staff resources
• Personal fireworks permit system

A motion was introduced to refer this matter back to staff for further consideration and to report back on an increased fine enforcement system and amendment to the necessary by-law to prohibit personal use of fireworks in 2022 and/or a personal fireworks use permits system.

Further Committee discussion included the following:

• Information in the staff report regarding a ban on the personal use of fireworks and related enforcement challenges 
• Location for a City-run fireworks event and concern that the recommended location of Garden Square is not large enough
  • Suggestions for a new location included Chinguacousy Park and the CAA Centre 
• Request that staff seek sponsorships to fund a City-run fireworks event
• Low impact of education on reducing fireworks-related offenses and the need to increase fines

Amendments to the referral motion above were accepted by the mover to add consultation on the impact on veterans, adaptation of 311 requirements to no longer require an exact address, and side-street parking and safety concerns.

The following motions were considered.

• CW115-2022

  That the following delegations re: Response to Council Referred Matter C245-2021: Municipal Fireworks Jurisdictional Scan (RM 62/2021), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received:

  1. Perry Logan, Executive Director, and Aleem Kanji, Director, Government Relations, Canadian National Fireworks Association, 

  2. Thomas Jacobs, President, Rocket Fireworks Inc.

  3. Lovedeep Grewal, President, Phatboy Fireworks.

  Carried
• CW116-2022

  That the correspondence from the following re: Response to Council Referred Matter C245-2021: Municipal Fireworks Jurisdictional Scan (RM 62/2021), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received:

  1. Gail Gwozdz, Brampton resident, March 23, 2022

  2. Tony Gabriel, Brampton resident, dated March 24, 2022.

  Carried
• CW117-2022

  That the report titled: Response to Council Referred Matter C245-2021: Municipal Fireworks Jurisdictional Scan (RM 62/2021), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be referred back to staff for further consideration and report back on:

  1. Increased fine enforcement system and amendment to necessary by-law to prohibit personal use of fireworks in 2022; and/or a personal fireworks use permits system; consultation on impact on veterans; adaptation of 311 requirements to no longer require an exact address; and side-street parking and safety concerns; and

  2. The following proposed amendment to the recommendations in the staff report:

  "Moved by: Councillor Dhillon

  4. That staff work with the fireworks industry (Canadian National Fireworks Association) to increase public awareness around fireworks along with the Industry’s Be a Good Neighbour program and vendor certification and employee training program; and

  5. That staff review the three-metre rule for fireworks."

  Carried

6.3

Delegation from Aman Sahota, Co-Founder, Emotional Intelligence Amplified, re: Emotional Intelligence Amplified

Aman Sahota, Co-Founder, Emotional Intelligence Amplified (Ei Amplified), announced that Ei Amplified received the Canadian EdTech Startup of the Year Award, and provided an overview of this company, which included information on their services, technology and data tools for research and analysis, diversity in programs, and collaborators. Aman thanked Economic Development staff for their support, requested the City's support to amplify their voice by connecting them to organizations looking to make change, expressed support for Brampton's 2040 Vision, and outlined how they can assist the City in this regard.

In response to questions from Committee, the delegation provided information regarding the Ei Amplified music program.

The following motion was considered.

• CW118-2022

  That the delegation from Aman Sahota, Co-Founder, Emotional Intelligence Amplified, re: Emotional Intelligence Amplified, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

6.4

Delegation from Glenn De Baeremaeker, Chair, and Geetha Moorthy, Founder and CEO, South Asian Autism Awareness Centre, re: Proposal to Create a Brampton Autism Centre

Glenn De Baeremaeker, Chair, and Geetha Moorthy, Founder and CEO, South Asian Autism Awareness Centre, provided a presentation regarding the Brampton Autism Centre Proposal, which included information on the Scarborough South Asian Autism Awareness Centre, and how an Autism Centre in Brampton will benefit the community. In addition, the delegation outlined the support requested from the City for the establishment of an Autism Centre in Brampton.

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Lack of healthcare services in Brampton
• Benefits of having an Autism Centre in Brampton to support the community
• Financial sustainability of this organization
• Demand for these services in Brampton
• Partners and volunteers that support the South Asian Autism Awareness Centre (SAAAC)
• Potential location for an Autism Centre in Brampton

The following motion was considered.

• CW119-2022

  That the delegation from Glenn De Baeremaeker, Chair, and Geetha Moorthy, Founder and CEO, South Asian Autism Awareness Centre, re: Proposal to Create a Brampton Autism Centre, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be referred to staff for a report back on potential locations and support, in consultation with the South Asian Autism Awareness Centre with respect to the specific needs of the organization, within approximately two months.

  Carried

6.5

Delegation from Glenn McIntyre, President of Brampton Hockey Inc., on behalf of the Brampton Sport Alliance, re: Community Sport Group Policy

Items 9.1.1 and 9.2.4 were brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Rob Torrone, Manager, Recreation Planning, Community Services, provided a presentation regarding the Community Sport Group Policy.

Glenn McIntyre, President of Brampton Hockey Inc., addressed Committee on behalf of the Brampton Sport Alliance (BSA) regarding the Community Sport Group Policy, and advised that the concerns raised at the March 30, 2022 Committee of Council meeting have not been resolved. Glenn's remarks included the following:

• The BSA represents over 20 sports groups and they are concerned their voices are not being heard
• The BSA will continue to participate in the City's consultation sessions
• Further information is required prior to making decisions on the new policy
• Request that the policy be deferred until a response is provided to the 16 questions submitted by the BSA to staff

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• The 16 concerns raised by the BSA and an indication from staff that these concerns will be reviewed with the BSA during the consultation sessions
• Impact and purpose of deferring the subject report
• Staff recommendation for additional consultation sessions on the Community Sport Group Policy, and to initiate the revision of the Sports Facility Allocation Policies utilizing the Community Sport Group priority listing
  • Staff advised that the priority listing must be approved in order to address some of questions raised by the BSA regarding pricing and allocation
• Indication that the BSA is deemed a priority group
• Number of groups looking for more efficient access to space
• Concerns regarding the use of City facilities by non-local sports groups and the potential impact on local groups
• Concerns regarding competition between new and existing groups, and the possibility of having groups join or collaborate with the BSA
• The need to focus on non-profit groups and affordability for participants

The following motion was considered.

• CW120-2022

  1. That the delegation from Glenn McIntyre, President of Brampton Hockey Inc., on behalf of the Brampton Sport Alliance, re: Community Sport Group Policy, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022 be received;

  2. That the staff presentation titled: Community Sport Group Policy – Additional Consultation Plan, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and

  3. That the report titled: Community Sport Group Policy – Additional Consultation Plan (RM 8/2022), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be referred to the April 6, 2022 City Council Meeting.

  Carried

6.6

Delegation from Jacky Sheppard, Vinay Saini, Robert Ward, Shela Minhas, Ida Taddei, Christine Dorado and Emma Campbell, Child Care Operators, Private Owners Group, re: National Child Care Program

Jacky Sheppard and Robert Ward, Child Care Operators, The Private Owners Group of Child Care Providers, provided a presentation which included information regarding this organization, and the impacts and pressures on child care providers, including salary and rent increases, lack of benefits for employees, modernization and digitization, and the Canada-Ontario early learning and child care agreement to deliver $10-a-day child care for Ontario families. The delegations requested that the City support independent owners at the Region of Peel and the Province of Ontario.

Committee encouraged the delegations to bring this matter forward to the Region of Peel for their consideration.

The following motion was considered.

• CW121-2022

  That the delegation from Jacky Sheppard, Vinay Saini, Robert Ward, Shela Minhas, Ida Taddei, Christine Dorado and Emma Campbell, Child Care Operators, Private Owners Group, re: National Child Care Program, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

6.7

Delegations re: Considerations for Incentives to Non-Profit Affordable Housing and Long Term Care Projects in Brampton

1. Mike Labbe, President, Home Opportunities Non-profit Corporation

2. Ed Starr, Project Manager, Tanya Nguyen and Siminh Tran, Golden Age Village for the Elderly (GAVE)

Note: The following Members of Council declared conflicts of interest with respect to this item as they sit on the GAVE Advisory Board.

• City Councillor Bowman
• Regional Councillor Medeiros
• Mayor Brown 

Item 12.2.6 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

(1) Carol Jameson, addressed Committee on behalf of Mike Labbe, President, Home Opportunities Non-profit Corporation, and provided a presentation entitled "Housing for Brampton", which included information regarding Home Opportunities and their experience in home development, sponsors, affordable home ownership model, innovative financing, Rent-to-Own program, municipal tools, and economic development opportunities.

(2) Note: Tanya Nguyen and Siminh Tran, Golden Age Village for the Elderly (GAVE), were not in attendance at the meeting.

Ed Starr, Project Manager, GAVE, provided a presentation to Committee in response to the subject report, which included information regarding the GAVE Campus of Care Project, financial concerns and their request for financial assistance, the impact of municipal support on funders, urgency of this matter, and support for the implementation of a case-by-case protocol, as outlined in the staff report. 

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• The need to ensure comparable support is provided to all groups that have submitted similar long term care (LTC) requests for support
• The draft approach/criteria to address LTC project requests for support, and provincial requirements
• Framework outlined in the subject report to support LTC projects
• Incentives for non-profit affordable housing and LTC projects
• The need for LTC homes in Brampton
• Request that staff work with NIWAAS Campus of Care to provide similar support as provided to other LTC projects 

The following motions were considered.

• CW122-2022

  That the following delegations re: Considerations for Incentives to Non-Profit Affordable Housing and Long Term Care Projects in Brampton, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 29, 2022, be received:

  1. Mike Labbe, President, Home Opportunities Non-profit Corporation

  2. Ed Starr, Project Manager, Golden Age Village for the Elderly.

  Carried
• CW123-2022

  1. That the report titled: Considerations for Incentives to Non-Profit Affordable Housing and Long Term Care Projects in Brampton (RM 4/2022), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; 

  2. That Council direct staff to bring forward a “Protocol for Evaluation of Requests for Incentives” for non-profit affordable housing and LTCs, a draft of which is included in this report; and

  3. That Council direct staff to continue with a case-by-case basis evaluation of requests consistent with a Council endorsed Protocol for Evaluation of Requests for Incentives as an interim approach, until a City-wide CIP for Housing is established as per Council direction from the City’s housing strategy ‘Housing Brampton’; and

  4. That staff begin working with NIWAAS Campus for Long-term Care to provide similar support as has been given to other organizations.

  Carried

6.8

Delegation from Sarbjit Kaur, ODTA Communications, and Bob Punia, ODTA Advisor, Ontario Dump Truck Association (ODTA), re: Dump Truck Association Labour and Safety concerns

Item 12.3.2 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Sarbjit Kaur, ODTA Communications, Ontario Dump Truck Association (ODTA), provided background information on the ODTA, which represents the dump truck industry in Ontario, and provided information regarding:

• the dump truck industry strike/job action
• issues facing the industry relating to labour, safety, costs and wages
• the state of the industry, including various protest actions and labour shortages
• role of contractors and associations to work towards a solution
• the need for a viable long term solution in the form of a collective agreement
• request for the City to support the industry

Committee discussion on this matter included the current strike and protest action by the Ontario dump truck industry, and the City's previous support for worker's rights and safety. 

The following motion was considered.

• CW124-2022

  1. That the delegation from Sarbjit Kaur, ODTA Communications, and Bob Punia, ODTA Advisor, Ontario Dump Truck Association (ODTA), re: Dump Truck Association Labour and Safety Concerns, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and

  2. Whereas members of the Ontario Dump Truck Association (ODTA)  are advocating for respect for their labour rights, fair wages and compensation, to ensure their members and the public are provided the highest level of safety possible when on Ontario roads and highways;

  Whereas the ODTA has created a basic general agreement that can be used universally and enshrines via contract basics labour rights, fair wages and compensation and other standards are that are required to ensure a viable and safe workplace for their members;

  Whereas the City of Brampton looks to uphold the strongest protections possible for both workers and the public to ensure the highest level of safety is in place when jobs are occurring within the City;

  Whereas basic labour rights such as access to restrooms on job sites and denial of 30- minute breaks are being refused.  

  Whereas workers of the ODTA are being forced to contravene highway traffic act rules as well as maximum load allowances on their vehicles thus making their workspace and our roads unsafe for all road users.  

  Therefore be it resolved that Council requests City of Brampton CAO, in conjunction with staff in the Legal, Building, Enforcement Division, Planning, and Procurement, to review the ODTA basic agreement, and ensure that it is something that is considered prior to allowing companies to bid on City infrastructure projects to ensure that basic labour rights and fair wages are considered for all dump truck operators are being followed by contractors that work on city projects; and

  Be it further resolved that the CAO return to Council with a report on how the ODTA basic agreement can be inserted into the City’s processes to enshrine the rights of dump truck operators are taken into consideration prior to issuance of bids by the City on City projects so that it ensures our streets are the safest in Ontario for both dump truck operators as well as everyday road users.

  Carried

7.

Government Relations Matters

7.1

Staff Update re: Government Relations Matters

A. Hoffman, Government Relations Specialist, Office of the CAO, provided a presentation, which included information and updates on matters relating to the Provincial Government, Federal Government, and the 2022 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference.

T. Hunter, Manager, Sponsorship and Corporate Development, Office of the CAO, presented information regarding 2021 External Funding, which included information on grants, sponsorship and naming rights and revenue generating advertising. 

Item 7.3 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• MPP Sara Singh's request for Council’s support and advocacy for a motion regarding a Cancer Care Centre in Brampton
• The need for a Cancer Care Centre in Brampton, and a request for information regarding the current funding allocation/commitment by the Province in this regard
• Request that staff review the new federal Climate Action Plan and benchmarks for 20 per cent of all vehicles to be hybrid or fully electric by 2026, and the opportunity to work with the Stellantis Brampton plant in this regard
• Rebate program for electric vehicle consumers
• The importance of advocating for Brampton's needs in consideration of the upcoming provincial election

The following motions were considered.

• CW125-2022

  That the staff update re: Government Relations Matters, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried
• CW126-2022

  That the following motion be referred to the April 6, 2022 City Council Meeting:

  “Moved by Councillor Santos

  That the correspondence from the Office of Dr. Sara Singh, MPP Brampton Centre, re: Queen's Park Motion for Cancer Care Centre, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and

  That the Government of Ontario be requested to address the inequity in health care and cancer treatment services such as radiation therapy in central Peel Region through the funding of a new cancer care centre for the city of Brampton by no later than 2026.”

  Carried

7.2

Update from Mayor P. Brown, re: COVID-19 Emergency

Mayor Brown was absent from the meeting at this time.

In response to questions from Committee regarding the increase of COVID-19 cases and the City's position regarding staff's return to in-person work, P. Morrison, Interim CAO, advised that staff continue to monitor the situation and follow public health advice, and are prepared to implement changes if needed. In addition, he advised that staff will return to in-person work two days per week as of April 4, 2022.

The following motion was considered.

• CW127-2022

  That the update from Mayor P. Brown re: COVID-19 Emergency, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

7.3

Correspondence from the Office of Dr. Sara Singh, MPP Brampton Centre, re: Queen's Park Motion for Cancer Care Centre 

Dealt with under Item 7.1 - Recommendation CW126-2022

8.

Public Works and Engineering Section

8.1

Staff Presentations

8.2

Reports

8.2.1

^Staff Report re: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption - 2073737 Ontario Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2013 – (South of Castlemore Drive, East of McVean Drive), Ward 8 - Planning References – C09E10.005 and 21T-09005B

• CW128-2022

  1. That the report titled: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption; 2073737 Ontario Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2013 – (South of Castlemore Drive, East of McVean Drive), Ward 8 - Planning References – C09E10.005 and 21T-09005B, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received;

  2. That the City initiate the Subdivision Assumption of 2073737 Ontario Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2013; and

  3. That a report be forwarded to City Council recommending the Subdivision Assumption of, 2073737 Ontario Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2013 once all departments have provided their clearance for assumption.

  Carried

8.2.2

^ Staff Report re: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption - Sora Developments Corp., Registered Plan 43M-1396 – (South of Steeles Avenue, East of Goreway Drive), Ward 8 - Planning References – C08E02.004 and 21T-89056B

• CW129-2022

  1. That the report titled: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption; Sora Developments Corp., Registered Plan 43M-1396 – (South of Steeles Avenue, East of Goreway Drive), Ward 8 - Planning References – C08E02.004 and 21T-89056B, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; 

  2. That the City initiate the Subdivision Assumption of Sora Developments Corp., Registered Plan 43M-1396; and

  3. That a report be forwarded to City Council recommending the Subdivision Assumption of, Sora Developments Corp., Registered Plan 43M-1396 once all departments have provided their clearance for assumption.

  Carried

8.2.3

^ Staff Report re: All-way Stop Review – Stoneylake Avenue and Fishing Crescent/Tailfin Road - Ward 1

• CW130-2022

  1. That the report titled: All-way Stop Review – Stoneylake Avenue and Fishing Crescent/Tailfin Road - Ward 1 (File I.AC), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and,

  2. That an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Stoneylake Avenue and Fishing Crescent/Tailfin Road.

  Carried

8.2.4

^ Staff Report re: All-way Stop Review – Various Locations - Wards 2, 5 and 9

• CW131-2022

  1. That the report titled: All-way Stop Review – Various Locations - Wards 2, 5 and 9 (File I.AC), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and,

  2. That an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Collingwood Avenue and Humberside Avenue (Ward 2); and,

  3. That an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Creditview Road and Lorenville Drive (Ward 5); and,

  4. That an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Peppertree Crescent/Buttercup Lane and Sprucelands Avenue (Ward 9).

  Carried

8.2.5

^ Staff Report re: Traffic By-law 93-93 – Administrative Update (File I.AC)

• CW132-2022

  1. That the report titled: Traffic By-law 93-93 – Administrative Update (File I.AC), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and,

  2. That Traffic By-law 93-93, as amended, be further amended.

  Carried

8.2.6

^ Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of three (3) Mechanical and Electrical Consultants for engineering services on an as and when required basis for various projects for a three (3) year term.

• CW133-2022

  1. That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of three (3) Mechanical and Electrical Consultants for engineering services on an as and when required basis for various projects, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received;  

  2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire three (3) Mechanical and Electrical Consultants for engineering services for a three (3) year term; and 

  3. That the appropriate City staff be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

  Carried

8.2.7

^ Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of a General Contractor for the replacement of the existing refrigeration plant, ice pad and underground glycol distribution piping at Gage Park

• CW134-2022

  1. That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of a General Contractor for the replacement of the existing refrigeration plant, ice pad and underground glycol distribution piping at Gage Park, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received;  

  2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire a General Contractor; and 

  3. That the appropriate City staff be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

  Carried

8.2.8

^ Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement - Hiring of Architects and Construction Managers for Various New Construction Projects

• CW135-2022

  1. That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of Consultants and Construction Managers for Various New Construction Projects, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; 

  2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for architectural services for the design and contract administration of the new Embleton Community Centre; 

  3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for Construction Management services for the new Embleton Community Centre; 

  4. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for Construction Management services for the demolition of the existing Lawn Bowling structure and construction of the new Century Gardens Youth Hub; 

  5. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for Construction Management services for the new Howden Recreation Centre; and

  6. That the appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto.

  Carried

8.3

Other/New Business

8.3.1

^ Minutes - Brampton School Traffic Safety Council - March 3, 2022

• CW136-2022

  That the Minutes of the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council Meeting of March 3, 2022, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, Recommendations SC017-2022 to SC026-2022 be approved as published and circulated.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  SC017-2022
  That the agenda for the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, be approved as published and circulated.

  SC018-2022
  1.  That the correspondence from Krista Titherington, Brampton resident, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Request to review Safety Concerns at the intersection of Fairlawn Boulevard and Vanwood Crescent - Fairlawn Public School, 40 Fairlawn Boulevard - Ward 10 be received; and 
  2.  That a site inspection be undertaken. 

  SC019-2022
  1.  That the correspondence from Jennifer Robinson, Principal, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Request to review Park and Ride/Traffic Congestion on School Street, Shaw Public School, 10 Father Tobin Road - Ward 9 be received; and 
  2.  That a site inspection be undertaken. 

  SC020-2022
  Whereas the City of Brampton continues to experience injury related and fatal collisions amongst road users.
  Whereas Vision Zero can be summarized in one sentence: No loss of life is acceptable.
  Whereas in June 2019 the City of Brampton Council adopted the Vision Zero framework as the foundation to ensuring that our roads are safe for all that use them through a data-driven effort by prioritizing emphasis areas, coordinating with partners and stakeholders to improve road safety and implementing new or expanded safety countermeasures.
  Whereas in September 2020 the City of Brampton Council implemented the use of Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras to decrease speeding in all community safety zones.
  Whereas on December 10, 2020 the City of Brampton Community Safety Advisory Committee established a Road Safety Advisory Sub-Committee to address traffic related fatalities and speeding.
  Whereas despite efforts to reduce speeding and traffic related collisions the Region of Peel is still reporting a substantial number of traffic related collisions on our Brampton roads.
  Whereas the City of Mississauga currently has a Council appointed committee to address road safety issues and the City of Brampton does not.
  Whereas a Brampton Road Safety Committee will align core goals and mission with the Vision Zero Task Force and the Regional Community Safety and Well-Being framework.
  Therefore be it resolved that
  It is the position of the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council to endorse the establishment of a Council appointed Road Safety Committee at the City of Brampton beginning the new term of Council 2022.

  SC021-2022
  1.  That the site inspection report to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Turner Fenton Secondary School, 7935 Kennedy Road, Ward 4, be received;
  2. That the Peel District School Board be requested to consider the following:
  a) A review by the Planning Department of the Student Drop-off area and the Bus Loading area at the school to achieve maximum utilization; and
  3. That the Manager of Enforcement and By-Law Services be requested to consider regular patrols of the fire route and no parking infractions in front of the north section of the school.

  SC022-2022
  1.    That the site inspection report to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Good Sheppard Catholic School, 128 Red River Drive, Ward 9 be received;
  2.    That the Senior Manager of Traffic Services arrange for the pavement markings at the intersection of Red River Drive and Barley Field Road to be refreshed; and,
  3.    That an adult Crossing Guard is not warranted at the intersection of Red River Drive and Barley Field Road as there are sufficient gaps for safe pedestrian crossing.

  SC023-2022
  1.    That the site inspection report to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Mount Royal Public School, 65 Mount Royal Circle, and Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, 25 Mount Royal Circle, Ward 10, be received; 
  2.    That the Senior Manager, Traffic Services, arrange for the following:
  ·    The installation of “No Stopping, Monday to Friday, 8-5” on the north side of Mount Royal Circle from Maisonneuve Blvd. to house number 38
  ·    The installation of “No Parking, Monday to Friday, 8-5” on the south side of Mount Royal Circle from Maisonneuve Blvd. to across from house number 38
  ·    The installation of “No Stopping” corner restrictions on both sides of Mount Royal Circle east of Maisonneuve Blvd.
  ·    The installation of “No Stopping” corner restrictions on both sides of Maisonneuve Blvd at the intersection.
  ·    The installation of “No U-Turns” in the vicinity of the intersection of Mount Royal Circle and Maisonneuve Blvd.
  3.    That the Crossing Guard Supervisor arrange for a study to be conducted to determine if an Adult Crossing Guard is warranted at the intersection of Mount Royal Circle and Maisonneuve Blvd.
  4.     That the Manager of Enforcement and By-Law Services be requested to monitor and enforce “No Parking/No Stopping” restrictions once they are installed in the vicinity of Mount Royal Circle and Maisonneuve Blvd.; and,
  5.     That the Manager of Enforcement and By-Law Services be requested to enforce current “No Stopping/No Parking” restrictions in the vicinity of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School  and Mount Royal Public School.

  SC024-2022
  1.    That the site inspection report to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Whaley’s Corner Public School, 140 Howard Stewart Road, Ward 6 be received; 
  2.    That, in an effort to encourage Active Transportation to and from school, the Principal contact their designated Peel Health Nurse to participate in the School Travel Plan Program in Peel; 
  3.    That the Senior Manager of Traffic Services, be requested to arrange for :
  ·    The installation of “No U-Turns” signage on Howard Stewart Drive for the length of school property
  ·    The addition of the intersection of Howard Steward Road and Isle Royal Terrace to the snow removal list locations;
  4.    That the Principal be requested to:
  ·    Provide educational information and encourage the school population to cross at the intersection of Howard Steward Road and Isle Royal Terrace safely, and advise drivers to not block the intersection;
  5.    That the Crossing Guard Supervisor arrange for a study to be conducted to determine if an Adult Crossing Guard is warranted at the intersection of Howard Stewart Drive and Isle Royal Terrace; 
  6.     That the Manager of Enforcement and by-Law Services be requested to enforce parking restrictions on Howard Stewart Drive in the vicinity of Whaley’s Corners Public School during arrival and dismissal times; and,
  7.    That Peel Regional Police be requested to enforce compliance with the “No U-Turns” at arrival and dismissal times once they are installed, and monitor the All-Way Stop signage for compliance at the intersection of Howard Stewart Drive and Isle Royal Terrace. 

  SC025-2022
  1.    That the site inspection report to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022, re: Robert J. Lee Public School, 160 Mountainash Road, Ward 6 be received;
  2.    That, in an effort to encourage Active Transportation to and from school, the Principal contact their designated Peel Health Nurse to participate in the School Travel Plan Program in Peel;
  3.     That the Manager of Enforcement and By-Law Services be requested to arrange for the enforcement of parking restrictions infractions on Mountainash Road at arrival and dismissal times for the school; and
  4.     That the Principal continue to encourage and educate the school community to utilize the Kiss and Ride properly.

  SC026-2022
  That the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of March 3, 2022 do now adjourn to meet again on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.

  
  

8.3.2

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: Extension of Thorndale Road through 9225 The Gore Road

Regional Councillor Dhillon advised Committee of resident requests to construct the missing link on Thorndale Road, provided information on the design of this road, and the need to extend it to connect at both ends.

Staff provided a summary of the current situation on Thorndale Road and the area surrounding the missing link, which is largely undeveloped, and advised that staff will explore options for the completion of this roadway. 

The following motion was considered.

• CW137-2022

  That staff be directed to explore the possibility of constructing the missing link at 9225 The Gore Road to connect Thorndale Road on both ends and report back to Council.

  Carried

8.4

Correspondence

Nil

8.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

8.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions via e-mail to the City Clerk’s Office regarding any decisions made under this section of the agenda. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

9.

Community Services Section

9.1

Staff Presentations

9.1.1

Staff Presentation re: Community Sport Group Policy – Additional Consultation Plan

Dealt with under Item 6.5 - Recommendation CW120-2022

9.2

Reports

9.2.1

Staff Report re: Response to Council Referred Matter C245-2021: Municipal Fireworks Jurisdictional Scan (RM 62/2021)

Dealt with under Item 6.2 - Recommendation CW117-2022

9.2.2

^ Staff Report re: Budget Amendment and Request to Begin Procurement - Supply and Delivery of One (1) 95’ Platform Aerial Device

• CW138-2022

  1. That the report titled: Supply and Delivery of One (1) 95’ Platform Aerial Device – Budget Amendment and Request to Begin Procurement Report, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; 

  2. That a budget amendment be approved in the amount of $200,000 to increase Capital Project #222310-001 (Vehicle Replacement – Aerial 204) to cover incremental supply chain costs of purchasing the 95’Platform Aerial Device, with funding of $200,000 to be transferred from Reserve #4 – Asset Repair and Replacement;

  3. That Council approve return of funds in the amount of $200,000 from capital project #212310-002 (Vehicle Replacement - Technical Rescue-202) to Reserve #4 – Asset Repair and Replacement as the funds are no longer required; and

  4. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement for the 95’ Platform Aerial Device.

  Carried

9.2.3

^ Staff Report re: Teramoto Cricket Pitch Naming Rights

• CW139-2022

  1. That the report titled: Teramoto Cricket Pitch Naming Rights, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and 

  2. That Council authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, or designate, to execute the Scottish Heather Development Inc. Amenity Naming Rights Agreement, on behalf of the City on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Manager Sponsorship and Corporate Development and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor, or designate, in the amount of $22,500 per year, for a total of $67,500 plus HST over three (3) years.

  Carried

9.2.4

Staff Report re: Community Sport Group Policy – Additional Consultation Plan (RM 8/2022)

Dealt with under Item 6.5 - Recommendation CW120-2022

9.3

Other/New Business

9.3.1

^ Minutes - Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee - March 3, 2022

• CW140-2022

  That the Minutes of the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee Meeting of March 3, 2022, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, Recommendations SHF010-2022 to SHF013-2022 be approved as published and circulated.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  SHF010-2022
  That the agenda for the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meeting March 3, 2022 be approved, as amended to add the sub-heading item:
  10:1 Sports Update

  SHF011-2022
  That the Minutes of the Event Sub-committee Meeting of February 24, 2022 to the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meeting of the March 3, 2022 be received.

  SHF012-2022
  1.  That the update by Teri Bommer, Coordinator, Sport Liaison, Community Services, to the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meeting of March 3, 2022, re: 2022 Induction Event be received; and 
  2.  That Committee acknowledge and endorse the proposal as outlined in the Event Sub-committee minutes and discussed with Committee regarding the preparation of the 2022 Induction Ceremony. 

  SHF013-2022
  That the Brampton Sports Hall of Fame Committee meeting do now adjourn to meet again on April 7, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

  
  

9.3.2

^ Minutes - Brampton Senior Council Meeting  - February 1, 2022

• CW141-2022

  That the Minutes of the Brampton Senior Council Meeting of February 1, 2022, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

9.3.3

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Vicente re: Park Maintenance

In response to questions from Committee regarding litter in the City, particularly in parks, staff provided information on the city-wide coordinated effort to clean up litter, and highlighted the work and partnership of the People Against Litter (PAL) volunteer group, which organizes clean-ups in the City. 

In response to questions regarding cigarette butt litter, staff advised they will review the number and distribution of dispensers available to determine if any changes are required.

9.3.4

Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Williams, re: LDD Moth Burlap Trap Kits for Residents

City Councillor Williams advised Committee that residents have expressed concerns regarding the impact of LDD Moths on trees, and indicated that other municipalities are providing burlap trap kits to residents to minimize the damage caused by moth caterpillars. 

A motion was introduced with the following operative clause:

Therefore Be It Resolved:

That staff investigate the feasibility of providing free burlap kits to residents and report back at the April 6th, 2022 Council meeting, in order to have trap kits available for distribution in early May to maximize effectiveness; and

That the report include the option of having members of Council distribute the kits to minimize the impact on City staff resources.

Committee discussion on this matter included the impact of this invasive insect on trees, and a request that staff work with the CVC and TRCA in this regard. 

An amendment to the motion was introduced and accepted by the mover to request that staff collaborate with the CVC and TRCA on the approach to address this issue. 

The motion, as amended, was considered as follows.

• CW142-2022

  WHEREAS Spongy moth (also known as Lymantria Dispar Dispar or LDD moth) is a naturalized invasive insect found throughout southern Ontario that feeds on a variety of tree species such as oak, birch and maple;

  WHEREAS it is known to have cyclical outbreaks every seven to ten years;

  WHEREAS LDD moth caterpillars eat leaves causing the trees to lose some, or in extreme cases, all of their leaf canopy;

  WHEREAS the canopy has the ability to regrow as the season progresses, long term effects can be reduced or prevented through management techniques;

  WHEREAS other municipalities are providing free burlap trap kits in advance to residents to help mitigate and manage this destructive insect from early May to August;

  WHEREAS installing a burlap trap on affected trees beginning in early May will make it easier for residents to collect and remove the caterpillars;

  WHEREAS any actions we as a City can take to assist residents in reducing the impact this invasive species has on our urban tree canopy is a benefit to all of Brampton;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

  THAT staff investigate the feasibility of providing free burlap kits to residents and report back at the April 6th, 2022 Council meeting, in order to have trap kits available for distribution in early May to maximize effectiveness; and

  THAT the report include the option of having members of Council distribute the kits to minimize the impact on City staff resources;

  THAT staff collaborate with the CVC and TRCA on the approach. 

  Carried

9.4

Correspondence

9.4.1

Correspondence re: Response to Council Referred Matter C245-2021: Municipal Fireworks Jurisdictional Scan (RM 62/2021)

Dealt with under Item 6.2 - Recommendation CW116-2022

9.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

9.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions via e-mail to the City Clerk’s Office regarding any decisions made under this section of the agenda. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

10.

Legislative Services Section

10.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

10.2

Reports

10.2.1

^ Staff Report re: Bulk Waste and Property Standards (RM 93/2021)

• CW143-2022

  1. That the report titled: Bulk Waste and Property Standards (RM 93/2021), to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received;

  2. That Enforcement and By-law Services proactively report waste collection violations to the Region of Peel while patrolling the City and responding to complaints; and

  3. That Enforcement and By-law Services support the Region of Peel in the public educational campaigns associated with bulk waste items and storage standards associated to residential townhouses.

  Carried

10.2.2

^ Staff Report re: 2021 Transaction Report Executed by Administrative Authority

• CW144-2022

  That the report titled: Transactions Executed by Administrative Authority for 2021,  to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

10.3

Other/New Business

10.3.1

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Fortini, re: Proposed Amendment to the Mobile Licensing By-law – Taxi Licensing

Regional Councillor Fortini advised Committee of a recommendation passed by the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee at its February 23, 2022 meeting, which outlines their position for an amendment to the Mobile Licensing By-law relating to taxi plate licensing requirements. Councillor Fortini added that this matter was not considered at the subsequent Committee of Council meeting on March 9, 2022.

The following motion was considered.

• CW145-2022

  That the following motion be considered at the April 13, 2022 Committee of Council meeting and the appropriate public notice be given for the proposed amendment to the Mobile Licensing By-law:

  "Whereas the pandemic has affected every industry in various ways, and the government at all levels have done their best to assist the citizens from economical damage;

  Whereas The City of Brampton has made certain By-Law modifications to help minimize the affects of the pandemic on our Taxi industry;

  Whereas there is still an emergency in effect as many businesses are closed and will never re-open and open businesses are really only half open, and people are not working with full confidence; 

  Whereas with the increase of expenses such as high insurance and gas, drivers are fearful of coming into the Taxi industry; 

  Whereas the Taxi industry has maintained over the last 10 years the same prices, and are in favour of keeping the same prices at this time;

  Whereas Taxi industry customers include senior citizens and children needing transportation to schools and other extra curricular activities and unfortunately they are not able use all the facilities due to the pandemic; and  

  Whereas over 120 Taxi plates are sitting on the shelves at the City of Brampton with some being from members of this committee;

  Therefore Be It Resolved:

  1. That Mobile Licensing By-law 67-2014, as amended, be further amended as outlined below, to further assist the Taxi industry:

  a.  Remove the requirement that pertains to the by-law that mandates a taxi plate owner must also have a taxi drivers licence even if he/she is not going to be a taxi driver.

  b.  Renew the conditional taxi plate licences as long as the conditional taxi plate fees are paid yearly and no time restrictions and expiry be imposed.

  c.  Remove the requirement of a job letter to renew the name on the priority list, and the individual on the priority list does not need to be driving or be a driver.

  d.  Remove the requirement that pertains to the by-law that requires a vehicle to be registered at the time of transfer of a full or conditional taxi plate license; and

  2. That Enforcement and By-law Services staff be requested to provide educational seminars to help the Taxi industry understand the existing by-laws, as well as new by-laws or changes in an existing by-law, and educate the industry on how to get better insurance rates similar to ride share companies."

  Carried

10.3.2

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: Voting Machines

Regional Councillor Dhillon outlined the importance of ensuring voting machines are tested and certified.

The following motion was introduced:

Be it resolved that Interim CAO Morrison be granted authority to enter into an agreement with an independent third party of his choosing, who will report directly to the Office of the CAO, to undertake an audit and serviceability check on the voting (tabulation) machines to be used for, and in advance of, the 2022 Municipal Election; and to conduct a detailed ‘ping’ test of the City’s optical cables network.

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Ensuring a fair, equitable and transparent election
• Indication from staff that:
  • under the Municipal Elections Act, the Clerk is responsible for conducting the municipal election
  • the CAO’s Office has not been involved in the election process 
  • the vote tabulators are provided, tested and certified by Election Systems and Software (E.S. & S)
• Information from staff regarding:
  • the testing process for vote tabulators undertaken by elections staff, including a mock election
  • end of election closure processes and results verification
  • Candidate and Third Party Advertiser Information Session on April 12, 2022
• Transparency and integrity of the elections process
• Clarification regarding the purpose of the subject motion
• Concerns relating to cybersecurity for the municipal election, and confirmation from staff that the vote tabulators are not connected to the City's network at any time
• Indication from staff that vote tabulators are leased and some are expected to arrive in April 2022
• Options available to certify vote tabulators
• Knowledge and expertise of the City Clerk

The above noted motion was withdrawn, and the following motion was considered.

• CW146-2022

  That the City Clerk be requested to report on tabulation machines used and the certification processes applied thereto; and

  That potential additional options available for audit purposes, externally or from within, be detailed.

  A recorded vote was requested and the motion carried as follows:

  Yea (8)	Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Palleschi, Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , Regional Councillor Dhillon, City Councillor Bowman, City Councillor Williams , and City Councillor Singh
  Nay (1)	Regional Councillor Vicente
  Absent (2)	City Councillor Whillans, and Mayor Patrick Brown

  Carried (8 to 1)

10.4

Correspondence

Nil

10.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

10.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions via e-mail to the City Clerk’s Office regarding any decisions made under this section of the agenda. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

11.

Economic Development Section

11.1

Staff Presentations

11.1.1

Staff Presentation re: MDA Business Retention Timeline

Clare Barnett, Director, Economic Development, provided a presentation entitled "MDA Business Retention Timeline”. A video regarding the unveiling of the new MDA global headquarters was played.

Committee discussion on this matter included staff’s efforts to retain MDA in Brampton, MDA’s investment, and the significant economic impact for the City.

The following motion was considered.

• CW147-2022

  That the staff presentation re: MDA Business Retention Timeline, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

11.2

Reports

11.2.1

^ Staff Report re: Central Area CIP - Building and Improvement Program Clarification

• CW148-2022

  1. That the report titled: Central Area CIP - Building and Improvement Program Clarification – Ward 4, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received;

  2. That the Building Improvement Program Implementation Guidelines be updated in accordance with Appendix A, to provide clarity on the review of applications and eligible items under the program, from a safety and security perspective.

  Carried

11.2.2

Staff Report re: Downtown Advisory Group

Staff responded to questions from Committee regarding the composition of the Downtown Advisory Group.

The following motion was considered.

• CW149-2022

  1. That the report titled: Downtown Advisory Group, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received;

  2. That staff create a Downtown Advisory Group to serve as an advisory body to City staff on matters pertaining to issues impacting the economic, social, cultural, environmental, physical and educational conditions involving Downtown Brampton.

  Carried

11.3

Other/New Business

Nil

11.4

Correspondence

Nil

11.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

11.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions via e-mail to the City Clerk’s Office regarding any decisions made under this section of the agenda. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

12.

Corporate Services Section

12.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

12.2

Reports

12.2.1

^ Staff Report re: 2021 External Funding Update

• CW150-2022

  1. That the report titled: 2021 External Funding Update – Sponsorship and Grants, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received; and

  2. That the Sponsorship Asset Inventory List for Naming Rights be approved.

  Carried

12.2.2

^ Staff Report re: Annual Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for 2021

• CW151-2022

  That the report titled: Annual Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for 2021, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

12.2.3

^ Staff Report re: Tax Rebate Program for Low-Income Seniors and Low-Income Persons with Disabilities

• CW152-2022

  1. That the report titled: Tax Rebate Program for Low-Income Seniors and Low-Income Persons with Disabilities, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022 be received; 

  2. That By-law 57-2010 be amended to increase the rebate amount to $514 for the year commencing in 2022;

  3. That By-law 57-2010 be amended to instruct that the tax rebate amount be adjusted annually in accordance with the Toronto CPI level as reported by Statistics Canada; and

  4. That By-law 60-2018 be repealed.

  Carried

12.2.4

Staff Report re: Purchasing Activity Quarterly Report – 4th Quarter 2021

Staff responded to questions from Committee with respect to the following contracts:

• RFP2021-198 - Consulting services for the development of a disaster recovery plan for IT infrastructure and applications
• LT2021-218 - To provide Telephone Town Hall services
• Rapid Antigen Test Kits for corporate-wide use due to COVID-19

The following motion was considered.

• CW153-2022

  That the report titled: Purchasing Activity Quarterly Report – 4th Quarter 2021, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

12.2.5

Staff Report re: Active Consulting Service Contracts

Staff responded to questions from Committee regarding the purpose and need for consulting services for the talent acquisition strategy.

The following motion was considered.

• CW154-2022

  That the report titled: Active Consulting Service Contracts, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

12.2.6

Staff Report re: Considerations for Incentives to Non-Profit Affordable Housing and Long Term Care Projects in Brampton (RM 4/2022)

Dealt with under Item 6.7 - Recommendation CW123-2022

12.2.7

Staff Report re: William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options and Reserve Balance Confirmation

Item 12.3.1 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

At the request of Committee, N. Damer, Treasurer, provided an overview of the subject report, and highlighted the two funding options outlined within.

A motion was introduced with the following operative clause, to proceed with Option 2 (1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing = $62.5M) as outlined in the staff report:

Therefore, be it resolved:

That Internal and External Borrowing and the Sale of Surplus Land be approved as possible funding sources for the balance of the City’s local share commitment;

And further, that a 1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing included as option 2 of the staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation” tabled in the March 30, 2022 Committee agenda, be approved;

And further, that the City’s 2022 Budget including relevant by-laws be amended, if necessary, to reflect implementation of the 1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing included as option 2 of the staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation”.”

Discussion on this matter included the following:

• Indication from the CAO that staff could explore funding options to delay the start of the levy until 2023
• Timelines for finalizing the property tax bill
• Ability to remove the tax levy in the future
• Indication that residents support a tax levy for the hospital
• Underfunding by the Province for healthcare in Brampton and the need to continue advocacy efforts for fair and equitable funding 
• The need for a new hospital in Brampton

A motion was introduced to refer the above noted motion to the April 6, 2022 Council meeting.

The motion was considered as follows.

• CW155-2022

  That the following motion be referred to the April 6, 2022 Council Meeting:

  “Moved by: Councillor Fortini

  Whereas, Brampton Civic Hospital has one of the busiest emergency rooms in Canada, and serves as the only main full-service facility for the City of Brampton’s approximately 650,000 residents since 2007, and has long been plagued with issues of overcrowding and excessive wait times;

  And Whereas, an additional full-service Hospital is urgently needed in Brampton to serve the City's aging community needs for continuing complex care and rehabilitation in emergency and intensive care units;

  And Whereas, as a result, the Province of Ontario made a commitment in the March 2021 budget to help fund a new full-service Hospital in Brampton, and the City of Brampton will be required to commit to a 10% local share under the Provincial cost-sharing funding model;

  And Whereas, Brampton City Council voted on November 3, 2021 to commit to a 10% local share estimated at $125M for the new full-service Hospital in Brampton including an option to seek a 50% contribution from the Region of Peel;

  And Whereas, Brampton City Council voted during 2022 budget deliberations to allocate $62.5M towards the local share comprising of a $22M surplus from the 2012 special health care levy and $40.5M from unused capital budgets;

  And Whereas, there is a remaining balance of $62.5M still to be funded to fulfil the City’s commitment to the local share;

  And Whereas, the Region of Peel voted on March 10, 2022 to refer a contribution of $12.5M for the cancer care portion of the new Brampton hospital for budget consideration;

  And Whereas, staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation” has been tabled for the March 30, 2022 Committee of Council for consideration and includes two options for funding the balance of the local share;

  Therefore, be it resolved:

  That Internal and External Borrowing and the Sale of Surplus Land be approved as possible funding sources for the balance of the City’s local share commitment;

  And further, that a 1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing included as option 2 of the staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation” tabled in the March 30, 2022 Committee agenda, be approved;

  And further, that the City’s 2022 Budget including relevant by-laws be amended, if necessary, to reflect implementation of the 1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing included as option 2 of the staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation”.”

  A recorded vote was requested and the motion lost as follows:

  Yea (4)	Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Palleschi, City Councillor Williams , and City Councillor Singh
  Nay (5)	Regional Councillor Vicente , Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , Regional Councillor Dhillon, and City Councillor Bowman
  Absent (2)	City Councillor Whillans, and Mayor Patrick Brown

  Lost (4 to 5)

• Further Committee discussion included the following:

  • Clarification regarding the issuance of, and information provided with, property tax bills
  • Information communicated to the public regarding the 2022 Budget approval (e.g. 0% increase)
  • Impact of a 1% tax levy on taxpayers, including businesses

  The following motion was considered.

  CW156-2022

  Whereas, Brampton Civic Hospital has one of the busiest emergency rooms in Canada, and serves as the only main full-service facility for the City of Brampton’s approximately 650,000 residents since 2007, and has long been plagued with issues of overcrowding and excessive wait times;

  And Whereas, an additional full-service Hospital is urgently needed in Brampton to serve the City's aging community needs for continuing complex care and rehabilitation in emergency and intensive care units;

  And Whereas, as a result, the Province of Ontario made a commitment in the March 2021 budget to help fund a new full-service Hospital in Brampton, and the City of Brampton will be required to commit to a 10% local share under the Provincial cost-sharing funding model;

  And Whereas, Brampton City Council voted on November 3, 2021 to commit to a 10% local share estimated at $125M for the new full-service Hospital in Brampton including an option to seek a 50% contribution from the Region of Peel;

  And Whereas, Brampton City Council voted during 2022 budget deliberations to allocate $62.5M towards the local share comprising of a $22M surplus from the 2012 special health care levy and $40.5M from unused capital budgets;

  And Whereas, there is a remaining balance of $62.5M still to be funded to fulfil the City’s commitment to the local share;

  And Whereas, the Region of Peel voted on March 10, 2022 to refer a contribution of $12.5M for the cancer care portion of the new Brampton hospital for budget consideration;

  And Whereas, staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation” has been tabled for the March 30, 2022 Committee of Council for consideration and includes two options for funding the balance of the local share;

  Therefore, be it resolved:

  That Internal and External Borrowing and the Sale of Surplus Land be approved as possible funding sources for the balance of the City’s local share commitment;

  And further, that a 1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing included as option 2 of the staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation” tabled in the March 30, 2022 Committee agenda, be approved;

  And further, that the City’s 2022 Budget including relevant by-laws be amended, if necessary, to reflect implementation of the 1% City Tax Levy combined with External Borrowing included as option 2 of the staff report titled “William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options & Reserve Balance Confirmation.”

  A recorded vote was requested and the motion carried as follows:

  Yea (8)	Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Vicente , Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , Regional Councillor Dhillon, City Councillor Bowman, City Councillor Williams , and City Councillor Singh
  Nay (1)	Regional Councillor Palleschi
  Absent (1)	City Councillor Whillans

  Carried (8 to 1)
• CW157-2022

  That the report titled: William Osler Health System Request - Additional Funding Options and Reserve Balance Confirmation, to the Committee of Council Meeting of March 30, 2022, be received.

  Carried

12.3

Other/New Business

12.3.1

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Fortini re: New City of Brampton Hospital Levy

Dealt with under Item 12.2.7 - Recommendation CW156-2022

12.3.2

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: Ontario Dump Truck Association Strike

Dealt with under Item 6.8 - Recommendation CW124-2022

12.4

Correspondence

Nil

12.5

Councillors Question Period

Nil

12.6

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions via e-mail to the City Clerk’s Office regarding any decisions made under this section of the agenda. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

13.

Referred Matters List

13.1

Referred Matters List - 1st Quarter 2022

There was no discussion under this item and a motion was not considered.

14.

Public Question Period

The public was given the opportunity to submit questions via e-mail to the City Clerk’s Office regarding any decisions made under this section of the agenda. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

15.

Closed Session

Item 15.4 was added to consent, and Item 15.5 was withdrawn under the Approval of Agenda.

The following motions were considered.

• CW158-2022

  That the following item be referred to the April 6, 2022 Council Meeting:

  15.6. Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

  Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees

  A recorded vote was requested and the motion carried as follows:

  Yea (6)	Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , Regional Councillor Dhillon, City Councillor Bowman, City Councillor Williams , and City Councillor Singh
  Nay (3)	Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Vicente , and Regional Councillor Palleschi
  Absent (2)	City Councillor Whillans, and Mayor Patrick Brown

  Carried (6 to 3)
• CW159-2022

  That Committee proceed into Closed Session to discuss matters pertaining to the following:

  15.1. Open Session 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.

  15.2. Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (a) and (e) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

  The security of the property of the municipality or local board; and, litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board.

  15.3. Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

  A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; and 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.

  Carried

  In Open Session, the Chair reported on the status of matters considered in Closed Session, as follows:

  15.1 – This item was considered by Committee in Closed Session, information was received, and direction was given to staff

  15.2 – This item was considered by Committee in Closed Session, information was received, and direction was given to staff

  15.3 - This item was considered by Committee in Closed Session, information was received, and procedural direction was given to refer the matter back to staff

  The following items were not considered in Closed Session:

  ^15.4 - This item was approved on Consent (See Recommendation CW160-2022)

  15.5 - This item was withdrawn under the Approval of Agenda (See Recommendation CW113-2022)

  15.6 - This item was referred to the April 6, 2022 Council Meeting (See Recommendation CW158-2022)

  
  

• The following motion was considered with respect to Item 15.4.

  CW160-2022

  1. That the following amendments to the Citizens Awards Selection Criteria, as recommended by the Citizens Awards Selection Committee, be approved:

  “ARTS ACCLAIM AWARD

  Definition

  The Arts Acclaim Citizens Award recognizes Brampton artists and creative producers whose work has enhanced the cultural scene and achieved acclaim on a local to a provincial scale.

  This award celebrates the artistic merit and creative voices of Brampton artists, and their contribution to developing Brampton’s community of cultural practice. 

  Eligibility

  The Citizens Awards Committee will consider artists and cultural producers practicing in, and not limited to, the following fields of practice:

  •    Visual Arts—from sculpture to street art
  •    Performing Arts—from opera to stand-up
  •    Dance—from ballet to Bhangra
  •    Decorative Arts—from ceramics to fashion
  •    Creative Writing—from non-fiction to spoken word
  •    Music—from classical to throat singing
  •    Moving Image—from music videos to motion picture
  •    Digital—from video games to YouTube artistic content production. 

  Nominees must be current residents of Brampton.

  Nominees must:

  •    Be actively working in the field of arts and culture and have achieved acclaim on a local or provincial scale for their work within the past calendar year.
  •    Have a robust body of work that demonstrates artistic merit, a strong creative voice, and the potential to contribute to the advancement of their field of practice.
  •    Enhance the local arts and culture scene through the quality, topicality, and impact of their work.
  •    Be an involved and positive member of the arts and culture community in Brampton.

  Notes:

  •    Individuals or groups whose artistic expressions contain inappropriate material, propagate "hate" messages, make defamatory statements or that are otherwise extraordinarily offensive are also not eligible for this award.
  •    An individual receiving an award must have been a permanent resident of the City of Brampton during the time of their accomplishment. Artists temporarily located outside of the city many be nominated for this award.
  •    If nominating a group, the group must have operated as a Brampton organization with the majority of the group members being Brampton residents. If this criterion is met, and the group is selected for an award, non-resident group members will also be recognized for their contributions.
  •    There are no age limits.
  •    Individuals, groups or collectives can be honoured.
  •    Posthumous candidates will be considered within the criteria above.”; and

  2. That the Director of Strategic Communications, Culture and Events, be authorized to execute, on behalf of the City all agreements, contracts and related documentation as may be required to deliver the Citizens Awards program outlined in this Report, and that such agreements, contracts and related documentation shall be with a content satisfactory to the Supervisor, Events and Protocol and in form satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

  Carried

15.1

Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

15.2

Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (a) and (e) of the Municipal Act, 2001: 

15.3

Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

15.4

^ Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

15.5

Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (f) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

15.6

Open Session meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

16.

Adjournment

The following motion was considered.

• CW161-2022

  That the Committee of Council do now adjourn to meet again on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. or at the call of the Chair.

  Carried