Minutes

Committee of Council

The Corporation of the City of Brampton

Wednesday, November 17, 2021

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:

• David Barrick, Chief Administrative Officer
• Michael Davidson, Commissioner, Corporate Support Services
• Richard Forward, Commissioner, Planning, Building and Economic Development
• Marlon Kallideen, Commissioner, Legislative Services
• Marion Nader, Commissioner, Community Services
• Jason Schmidt-Shoukri, Commissioner, Public Works and Engineering
• Bill Boyes, Fire Chief, Fire and Emergency Services
• Alex Milojevic, General Manager, Transit
• 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

Note: In consideration of the current COVID-19 public health orders prohibiting large public gatherings of people and requirements for physical distancing between persons, in-person attendance at this Committee of Council meeting was limited and physical distancing was maintained in Council Chambers at all times during the meeting.

The meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m., recessed at 1:18 p.m., reconvened at 1:51 p.m. and recessed again at 4:52 p.m.  At 5:10 p.m., Committee moved into Closed Session, recessed at 6:45 p.m., reconvened in Open Session at 7:00 p.m. and adjourned at 7:20 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: Councillor Santos, Councillor Vicente, Councillor Palleschi, Councillor Whillans, Councillor Bowman, Councillor Medeiros, Councillor Williams, Councillor Fortini, Councillor Dhillon, Councillor Singh, Mayor Brown

Note:  City Councillor Whillans left the meeting at 4:30 p.m. (personal) 

2.

Approval of Agenda

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

The following motion was considered.

• CW503-2021

  That the agenda for the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021 be approved as amended as follows:

  6.9. Delegation from MP Sonia Sidhu, Brampton South, re: Update on National Child Care Strategy and Implications for Brampton

  8.3.1. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Santos, re: Update on National Child Care Strategy and Implications for Brampton

  8.3.2. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Vicente, re: Seniors Tax Rebate and the Printing of Old Tax Bills

  8.3.3. Discussion Item at the request of Mayor Brown, re: National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) Municipal Recommendations on Islamophobia

  8.3.4. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Palleschi, re: Delegations to Committees

  10.3.2. Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Bowman, re: Indigenous Flag in Memorial Arena

  10.3.3. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Santos, re: Re. Item 6.5 - Nelson Street Drop In Centre and Homeless Health Peel

  10.3.4. Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: James and Margaret McGie Park on Bloomsbury Avenue and Potential Walking Path

  10.3.5. Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Fortini, re: Balmoral Recreation Centre

  12.3.1 Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Bowman, re: Closing of Peel Ice and Fuel

  Carried

  Note: On a two-thirds majority vote to re-open the question, the Approval of Agenda was re-opened and Item 8.3.4 was added.

  
  

3.

Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

Nil

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.

8.2.3, 8.2.7, 8.4.1, 9.2.1, 9.2.2, 9.2.3, 9.2.6, 9.2.7, 9.2.8, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 11.2.3, 11.2.4, 11.3.1, 15.1

The following motion was considered.

• CW504-2021

  That the following items to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021 be approved as part of Consent:

  8.2.3, 8.2.7, 8.4.1, 9.2.1, 9.2.2, 9.2.3, 9.2.6, 9.2.7, 9.2.8, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 11.2.3, 11.2.4, 11.3.1, 15.1

  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

Delegation from Sharon Floyd, Executive Director, Embrave Agency to End Violence, re: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the first day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence - November 25, 2021

Sharon Floyd, Executive Director, Embrave Agency to End Violence, advised Committee that November is Women Abuse and Prevention Month, and November 25, 2021 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the first day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. She provided information on the impacts of gender-based violence, the need to raise awareness, and the programs and services provided by Embrave. Ms. Floyd added that the purple flag will be raised in Brampton to show support for this issue, and encouraged Members of Council to participate in this event.

In response to questions from Committee, Ms. Floyd provided information on the "Steps to End Violence" event, and advised that further details are available on the Embrave website. 

The following motion was considered.

• CW505-2021

  That the delegation from Sharon Floyd, Executive Director, Embrave Agency to End Violence, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the first day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence - November 25, 2021, be received.

  Carried

6.2

Delegation from Raghav Patel, Brampton Resident, re: Inaccessible Bus Stops

Raghav Patel, Brampton Resident, provided a presentation to Committee regarding inaccessible bus stops in Brampton and provided details on a study he conducted in Wards 2 and 6 to identify inaccessible bus stops. Mr. Raghav outlined the impact of inaccessible bus stops, highlighted the importance of ensuring these services are accessible to everyone, and provided the following recommendations:

"1. Brampton Transit and City of Brampton should immediately identify all inaccessible bus stops in Brampton, and fix them so that they can be used by riders with mobility issues
2. Work towards adding bus shelters to all bus stops
3. Examine other obstacles to accessibility, and make improvements to every aspect of the transit network"

A. Milojevic, General Manager, Brampton Transit, advised Committee that 100% of Transit's fleet is accessible and provided information on the accessibility of the overall Transit network, progress made to date and future accessibility goals.  

The following motion was considered.

• CW506-2021

  That the delegation from Raghav Patel, Brampton Resident, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Inaccessible Bus Stops, be received.

  Carried

6.3

Delegation from Henry F. Verschuren CD, Government and Community Liaison, The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15, re: Item 8.2.4 - "The Veteran's Statue" in Gage Park

Item 8.2.4 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Henry F. Verschuren CD, Government and Community Liaison, The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15, addressed Committee with respect to "The Veteran" sculpture in Gage Park, and expressed support for the recommendations outlined in the related staff report (Item 8.2.4) to replace this wooden sculpture with a new replica crafted from durable materials intended for permanent display. Mr. Verschuren highlighted the civic importance of this sculpture and thanked staff for this initiative.

Committee discussion on this matter included support for staff's recommendations relating to "The Veteran" sculpture and the storage/placement of the existing sculpture. 

The following motions were considered.

• CW507-2021

  That the delegation from Henry F. Verschuren CD, Government and Community Liaison, The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Item 8.2.4 - "The Veteran's Statue" in Gage Park, be received.

  Carried
• CW508-2021

  1. That the report titled: Municipal Public Art Conservation Update, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; 

  2. That staff be directed to replace The Veteran wooden sculpture with a new replica crafted from durable materials intended for permanent display; and

  3. That the Director, Strategic Communications, Corporate Support Services, be authorized to approve and execute any required agreements and other documents deemed necessary for commissioning the artwork for the replacement of The Veteran, on such terms and conditions as may be satisfactory to the Director, Strategic Communications, Corporate Support Services or designate, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor or designate.

  Carried

6.4

Delegation from Craig Fowler, Vice President, Growth, Innovation & External Relations, Algoma University, re: Algoma University Brampton Campus Update

Craig Fowler, Vice President, Growth, Innovation & External Relations, Algoma University, provided a presentation to Committee regarding the Algoma University Brampton Campus renovation and expansion.

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Algoma University aviation program
• Student enrollment growth (domestic and international) and COVID-19 impacts
• Supports for international students
• Collaborations with other post-secondary institutions

The following motion was considered.

• CW509-2021

  That the delegation from Craig Fowler, Vice President, Growth, Innovation & External Relations, Algoma University, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Algoma University Brampton Campus Update, be received.

  Carried

6.5

Delegation from Ameek Singh, Registered Nurse and Director of Communications and Government Relations, Homeless Health Peel, re: Homeless Health Peel Opportunities

Item 10.3.3 was brought and dealt with at this time.

Ameek Singh, Registered Nurse and Director of Communications and Government Relations, Homeless Health Peel, provided a presentation entitled "Innovation in Healthcare for Medically Fragile Individuals Experiencing Homelessness", which included information on the Homeless Health Peel service model, the Nelson Street Drop-In Centre, impact on hospital visits, and the current state of healthcare for Peel's homeless.

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Effectiveness of the Homeless Health Peel service model to support the homeless
• Positive impact of the Nelson Street Drop-In Centre on the downtown
• Costs of hospital care for the homeless and the positive impact of this service model
• Regional funding for this program

The following motions were considered.

• CW510-2021

  That the delegation from Ameek Singh, Registered Nurse and Director of Communications and Government Relations, Homeless Health Peel, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Homeless Health Peel Opportunities, be received.

  Carried
• CW511-2021

  Whereas as during the Covid-19 pandemic, new innovative practices were established for providing healthcare for residents experiencing homelessness, delivered by Homeless Health Peel with temporary/short term funding; 

  Whereas Brampton and Peel Region at large are in need for medical stabilization and nursing care for seniors and medically fragile individuals that are experiencing homelessness; 

  Whereas the lack of access to a primary health provider for individuals experiencing homelessness leads to avoidable hospitalization, costing $5,067-$5,604 a day which is significantly higher compared to a cost of occupancy and the medical stabilization for low income seniors and medically fragile individuals at $250 per day under the Homeless Health Peel model;

  Whereas the positive health outcomes for individuals that sought health care and nursing care at the Nelson Street Drop In, Covid Isolation Centres and HHP shelter outreach resulted in but were not limited to:
  •    fewer loitering complaints from businesses;
  •    lower frequency of police interactions;
  •    better access to healthcare and longer term health outcomes;
  •    lower re-admissions to hospital;
  •    and cost effective continuity of care;

  Therefore be it resolved that the City of Brampton advocate to the Region of Peel and the Provincial Government, that the innovative best practices demonstrated by Homeless Health Peel be maintained as an ongoing solution to help address chronic homelessness faced particularly by seniors and medically fragile individuals; and 

  That the City of Brampton ask the Region of Peel and the Ministry of Health to financially sustain these innovative best practices and make Homeless Health Peel a recognized Health Service Provider with the Ministry of Health.

  A recorded vote was requested and carried as follows:

  Yea (10)	Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Vicente , Regional Councillor Palleschi, Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , Regional Councillor Dhillon, City Councillor Bowman, City Councillor Williams , City Councillor Singh, and Mayor Patrick Brown
  Absent (1)	City Councillor Whillans

  Carried (10 to 0)

6.6

Delegation from the following representatives of AfroWest Canada, re: AfroWest Event/Festival in Downtown Brampton 

Adriel Domingue, Owner/Operator of SuperiorBrand, on behalf of Afro West Canada, presented a proposal for the Afro West 2022 event in Downtown Brampton, and provided details regarding this event (e.g. proposed location/date, celebrity guests, entertainment, vendors, etc.) and the economic benefits for Brampton. Adriel Domingue sought Committee's support for this event and the use of City property, including the Garden Square screen.

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Request from the delegation for use of City property and resources, including the Garden Square screen
• Promotion/advertising for this event and anticipated public attendance
• Application for funding through the Brampton Advance Fund
• Status of servicing (e.g. hydro) at Emancipation Park, and an indication that there is growing interest to hold events at this location

The following motion was considered.

• CW512-2021

  That the delegation from Adriel Domingue, Owner/Operator of SuperiorBrand, on behalf of AfroWest Canada, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: AfroWest Event/Festival in Downtown Brampton, be referred to staff for consideration.

  Carried

6.7

Delegation from Nuvi Sidhu, Chair, Advisory Panel, Arts, Culture and Creative Industry Development Agency (ACCIDA), re: Item 8.2.5 - COVID-19 Recovery Fund for Artists Update 

Item 8.2.5 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Nuvi Sidhu, Advisory Panel Chair for the Arts, Culture and Creative Industry Development Agency (ACCIDA), provided an update to Committee regarding the work of the ACCIDA, and information regarding the COVID-19 Recovery Fund accessed by artists. Nuvi Sidhu indicated that arts and culture in Brampton is significantly under funded, and outlined the importance of arts and culture in the community to enhance quality of life and to drive economic recovery. 

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Temporary art installations in the City and the importance of these projects
• The need to explore options for creative space in all City wards to display and create art
• Request that staff provide a report to a future meeting on possible access to City facilities for creative space uses
• Previous Council decision regarding the allocation of funds for the COVID-19 Recovery Fund for Artists

The following motions were considered.

• CW513-2021

  That the delegation from Nuvi Sidhu, Chair, Advisory Panel, Arts, Culture and Creative Industry Development Agency (ACCIDA), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Item 8.2.5 - COVID-19 Recovery Fund for Artists Update, be received.

  Carried
• CW514-2021

  1. That the report titled: COVID-19 Recovery Fund for Artists Update, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; and

  2. That Council approve the additional allocation of $50,000 to the 2021 program budget for the COVID-19 Recovery Fund for Artists. 

  Carried

6.8

Video Delegation from Lisa Stokes, Member, BikeBrampton, re: Item 9.3.3 - Bike Lanes on Charolais Boulevard

Item 9.3.3 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Lisa Stokes, BikeBrampton Member, provided a video delegation regarding bike lanes on Charolais Boulevard, which included information on the importance of these lanes to build a connected network for active modes of transportation.

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Concerns regarding the level of communication provided to the surrounding neighbourhood and the area councillors regarding the installation of the bike lanes on Charolais Boulevard, and the need for a more robust communications and education plan
• Resident complaints regarding bike lanes and the lack of education provided to residents on how to navigate them
• Process to evaluate and monitor the effectiveness and use of bike lanes
• Efforts to provide a mobility network on roads and trails to provide options for active modes of transportation
• Impact of bike lanes on traffic 
• Request that staff provide information on inventory and implementation of cycling lanes across City, by ward, and public engagement and awareness strategies used
• Information from staff on the "Streets for People" campaign
• Information available on the City's website regarding bike lanes, and a suggestion that information also be provided in the Council newsletters
• Justification for installing bike lanes on certain streets, and timelines for installation
• Importance of bike lanes to help promote a healthy lifestyle 
• The need to promote the City's network of bike lanes, trails and pathways to encourage use

The following motion was considered.

• CW515-2021

  That the video delegation from Lisa Stokes, Member, BikeBrampton, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Item 9.3.3 - Bike Lanes on Charolais Boulevard, be received.

  Carried

6.9

Delegation from MP Sonia Sidhu, Brampton South, re: Update on National Child Care Strategy and Implications for Brampton

Item 8.3.1 was brought forward and dealt with at this time.

Sonia Sidhu, MP Brampton South, provided information to Committee regarding the National Child Care Strategy. She advised that childcare is a top priority for many women to return to the workforce and for economic recovery, and provided additional information on the following:

• Federal grant for more accessible and affordable childcare
• Federal government agreements with other provinces and territories that will support an average of $10-a-day child care, and a pending agreement with Ontario
• Projected savings for Ontario families
• Challenges associated with high costs of childcare and the need for more affordable childcare options

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Impact of the high cost of childcare on women
• Support for a Provincial-Federal government agreement on a childcare plan for Ontario
• Potential impact of this plan on childcare workers and nannies

The following motion was considered.

• CW516-2021

  That the delegation from MP Sonia Sidhu, Brampton South, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: Update on National Child Care Strategy and Implications for Brampton, be received; and

  Whereas, the City of Brampton is one of Canada’s youngest and fastest-growing cities;

  Whereas, without access to affordable, inclusive, and high-quality child care, too many parents, especially women, face barriers to full participation in the workforce;

  Whereas, single parents deserve equal access to employment opportunities without the financial pressures associated with high costs of childcare; single parents are most adversely impacted by the high cost of childcare. According to the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) report in March 2020, Brampton is amongst the highest childcare costs in Ontario. The average rates for infants in childcare is $1,259, toddlers, $1,025 and preschool $955.  Compared to Quebec, which is $179 per month regardless of which childcare subgrouping. Additionally, for single parents, approximately 36% of household income allocation is for childcare compared to 4% in Quebec.  For families, especially single parents this is a socioeconomic barrier which adds additional financial stress to the household;  

  Whereas, studies show that for every dollar invested in early childhood education, the broader economy would receive between $1.50 and $2.80 positive financial impacts that benefits all Canadians;

  Whereas, the Federal government committed to investing in a gender equity and inclusive recovery and working towards tackling gender inequities and systemic discrimination in the labour market through the establishment of a Canada-wide early learning and child care system and distinctions-based, culturally appropriate child care for Indigenous children; 

  Whereas, the Federal government reached agreements with the provinces of British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Yukon, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and Quebec that will support an average of $10-a-day child care;

  Whereas, the 2021 Federal Budget 2021, outlined new investments of up to $30 billion over five (5) years to deliver a high-quality, affordable, flexible, and inclusive early learning and child care system across the country; and

  Whereas, the 2021 Ontario Budget recognized the challenges associated with high costs of childcare faced by Ontario families, while indicating that the Province looks forward to working with the Federal government to improve child care options for parents and to deliver results for the province’s families and to have a positive financial impact on the economy post COVID-19 pandemic;

  Therefore, be it resolved:

  That the City of Brampton calls on the Provincial and the Federal governments to engage in a meaningful discussion and to reach an agreement that supports an average of $10-a-day childcare. Such an agreement would provide equitable and quality childcare to all the residents of Brampton regardless of their socioeconomic status;

  That Members of City Council demonstrate our support for a Federal-Province agreement to implement a $10 per day childcare system for the residents of the City of Brampton, and the Province of Ontario;

  That a letter is sent from the Members of Brampton City Council in support of a Federal-Provincial agreement to the Federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, and the Ontario Minister of Education, with a request that a finalized agreement be reached at or before December 31, 2021, with an implementation date of January 1, 2022; and

  That the letter be copied to local MPs, MPPs, and the Region of Peel.

  Carried

7.

Government Relations Matters

7.1

Staff Update re: Government Relations Matters

B. Lucas, Director, Corporate Projects and Liaison, Office of the CAO, provided a presentation entitled "Government Relations Matters", which included updates on Regional, Provincial and Federal Government matters.

The following motion was considered.

• CW517-2021

  That the staff update re: Government Relations Matters, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

7.2

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

Mayor Brown provided an update on the COVID-19 Emergency, which included vaccination rates in Peel Region, vaccinations for children aged 5-11, Brampton Civic Hospital capacity, resumption of in-person events, and hybrid (in-person and virtual) Council and Committee meetings.

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Request that staff provide further information on “Return to Chambers” protocol for limited in-person attendance at Council and Committee meetings starting in 2022
• Information from staff regarding possible options for implementing hybrid Council and Committee meetings
• Request that staff review the policy relating to applications for street closure permits for neighbourhood events/gatherings, given that the City has resumed in-person events
• Information from staff regarding the workplace reintegration plan and the work modernization plan, which is scheduled for implementation in January 2022

Members of Council thanked the City's essential staff for their work throughout the duration of the pandemic.

The following motion was considered.

• CW518-2021

  That the update from Mayor P. Brown re: COVID-19 Emergency, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

8.

Corporate Services Section

8.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

8.2

Reports

8.2.1

Staff Report re: Mental Health Benefits (RM 66/2021)

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Suggestion that a survey be undertaken to assess health and wellness at the workplace
• Opportunity to conduct regular group wellness sessions for staff
• Information from staff regarding the Peer Support Network Team
• Stigmatism with mental health, which may prevent some staff members from seeking group support

The following motion was considered.

• CW519-2021

  That the report titled re: Mental Health Benefits (RM 66/2021), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

8.2.2

Staff Report re: 2022 Interim Tax Levy

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Options for late payment charges on property taxes
• Concerns that many residents continue to deal with financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Timelines for tax billing, which may impact the ability to implement changes at this time
• Legislative requirements for tax billing
• Indication from staff that the 2021 tax deferral options were not widely used by residents

The following motion was considered.

• CW520-2021

  That the report titled: 2022 Interim Tax Levy, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be referred to the November 24, 2021 meeting of Council.

  Carried

8.2.3

^ Staff Report re: Municipal Public Art Strategy and Interim Framework 

• CW521-2021

  1.  That the report titled: Municipal Public Art Strategy and Interim Framework, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; 

  2. That Council endorse the Interim Framework for Public Art on Municipal Infrastructure as presented in this report; 

  3. That staff be directed to undertake the development of a Municipal Public Art Strategy for the City of Brampton in 2022 for implementation in 2023;

  4. That the Director, Strategic Communications, Corporate Support Services, be authorized to approve and execute any required agreements and other documents deemed necessary for Temporary Public Art Projects, on such terms and conditions as may be satisfactory to the Director, Strategic Communications, Corporate Support Services or designate, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor or designate; and 

  5. That Commissioners of City operating departments be authorized to approve
  and execute any required agreements and other documents deemed necessary for Permanent Public Art Projects on municipal infrastructure within their department, on such terms and conditions as may be satisfactory to the Commissioners of City operating departments, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor or designate.

  Carried

8.2.4

Staff Report re: Municipal Public Art Conservation Update 

Dealt with under Item 6.3 - Recommendation CW508-2021

8.2.5

Staff Report re: COVID-19 Recovery Fund for Artists Update

Dealt with under Item 6.7 - Recommendation CW514-2021

8.2.6

Staff Report re: Budget Amendment and Request to Begin Procurement – Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for a Five (5) Year Period

Committee discussion took place with respect to the following:

• Funds approved in the capital budget for this system, and an indication from staff that the project was placed on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Similar systems in place at the Region of Peel and the City of Mississauga
• Information from staff regarding the Peoplesoft system and the purpose of the subject RFP
• Concern regarding the estimated cost for an Applicant Tracking System

The following motion was considered.

• CW522-2021

  That the report titled: Budget Amendment and Request To Begin Procurement - Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for a Five (5) Year Period, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be referred to Budget Committee for consideration.

  Carried

8.2.7

^ Staff Report re: Marquee Festivals and Events Program 2022

• CW523-2021

  1. That the report titled: Marquee Festivals and Events Program 2022, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received;

  2. That Council approve a revised application and evaluation process that focusses on an event’s economic impact, as determined by the internationally recognized Event Impact Calculator (EIC), and the event organizer’s level of recognition of the City’s support based on a standard list of tactics; and

  3. That Rotary Rib ‘n’ Roll and Carabram, Brampton’s Multicultural Festival, both be eligible to apply to the Marquee Festivals and Events program beginning in 2022.

  Carried

8.3

Other/New Business

8.3.1

- Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Santos re: Update on National Child Care Strategy and Implications for Brampton

Dealt with under Item 6.9 - Recommendation CW516-2021

8.3.2

Discussion Item at the request of Councillor Vicente re Seniors Tax Rebate and the Printing of Old Tax Bills

Regional Councillor Vicente advised that Members of Council recently received correspondence outlining concerns regarding the Property Tax Rebate Program for low income seniors and persons with disabilities, and access to fitness activities. Councillor Vicente requested that staff report back to Budget Committee with options and associated costs to address these concerns.  

In addition, Councillor Vicente requested that staff review options and costs associated with resident requests for printed copies of old tax bills.

The following motion was considered.

• CW524-2021

  That the matters of Seniors Tax Rebate and the Printing of Old Tax Bills be referred to the Budget Committee for consideration, and staff be requested to report on related costs and options thereto.

  Carried

8.3.3

Discussion Item at the Request of Mayor Brown re: National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) Municipal Recommendations on Islamophobia

Mayor Brown provided information to Committee regarding the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) and their  advocacy efforts to address hate and to combat Islamophobia. He advised that the municipal recommendations, as prepared by the NCCM for the National Summit on Islamophobia, have been endorsed by multiple municipalities across Canada and requested that Brampton endorse the recommendations as well.

The following motion was considered.

• CW525-2021

  That Council endorse the municipal recommendations as prepared by the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) for the National Summit on Islamophobia, as distributed at the meeting; and 

  That the motion be circulated to the Region of Peel, City of Mississauga and Town of Caledon.

  Carried

8.3.4

Discussion Item at the request of Councillor Palleschi re: Delegations to Committees

Note: On a two-thirds majority vote to re-open the question, the Approval of Agenda was re-opened and Item 8.3.4 was added.

In response to questions from Regional Councillor Palleschi, P. Fay, City Clerk, provided information regarding the provisions of the Procedure By-law relating to delegations at Council and Committee meetings. It was noted that further discussion on delegation processes, including the possibility of re-directing delegations to citizen advisory committees, could be considered as part of the Procedure By-law review. 

8.4

Correspondence

8.4.1

^ Correspondence from David Arbuckle, Executive Director, AMCTO, dated September 24, 2021, re: City Councillor Harkirat Singh Graduation from AMCTO's Executive Diploma in Municipal Management

• CW526-2021

  That the correspondence from David Arbuckle, Executive Director, AMCTO, dated September 24, 2021, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, re: City Councillor Harkirat Singh Graduation from AMCTO's Executive Diploma in Municipal Management, be received.

  Carried

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.

Public Works and Engineering Section

9.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

9.2

Reports

9.2.1

^ Staff Report re: All-way Stop Review – Tango Road and Cultivar Road - Ward 10

• CW527-2021

  1. That the report titled: All-way Stop Review – Tango Road and Cultivar Road - Ward 10 (File I.AC), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; and,

  2. That an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Tango Road and Cultivar Road.

  Carried

9.2.2

^ Staff Report re: All-way Stop Review – Adirondack Crescent and Eagleridge Drive (southerly intersection) – Ward 10

• CW528-2021

  1. That the report titled: All-way Stop Review – Adirondack Crescent and Eagleridge Drive (southerly intersection) - Ward 10 (File I.AC), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; and,

  2. That an all-way stop control be implemented at the intersection of Adirondack Crescent and Eagleridge Drive (southerly intersection).

  Carried

9.2.3

^ Staff Report re: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption - West End Developments Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2040 – West of Creditview Road, South of Mayfield Road, Ward 6 - Planning References – C04W16.006 and 21T-12015B

• CW529-2021

  1. That the report titled: Initiation of Subdivision Assumption, West End Developments Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2040 –  West of Creditview Road, South of Mayfield Road, Ward 6 – Planning References – C04W16.006 and 21T-12015B, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; 

  2. That the City initiate the Subdivision Assumption of West End Developments Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2040; and

  3. That a report be forwarded to City Council recommending the Subdivision Assumption of West End Developments Inc., Registered Plan 43M-2040 once all departments have provided their clearance for assumption.

  Carried

9.2.4

Staff Report re: Peel Residential Energy Program (PREP) - Program Design Study: FCM Green Municipal Fund Agreement

City Councillor Whillans thanked staff for their efforts and highlighted the importance of this program.

The following motion was considered.

• CW530-2021

  1. That the report titled: Peel Residential Energy Program (PREP) - Program Design Study: FCM Green Municipal Fund Agreement, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; 

  2. That Council authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute on behalf of the City a Green Municipal Fund Agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (“FCM”) on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Commissioner, Public Works and Engineering and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor or designate; and

  3. That Council authorize the Commissioner, Public Works and Engineering (or their designate) to execute and deliver on behalf of the City all ancillary agreements and documents as provided for in the said Agreement with FCM or as may otherwise be required including Certificate(s) of Incumbency and Authority, Form(s) of Request for Contribution and other certificates and to take, do, sign or execute in the name of the City, any other action required or permitted to be taken, done, signed or executed under the said Agreement with FCM and under any other agreement related to this project to which FCM and the City are parties.

  Carried

9.2.5

Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement – Physical Security Services at various City of Brampton locations for a three (3) Year Period

Committee discussion took place with respect to opportunities to further support internal Security Services and the expiry date of the current contract.

The following motion was considered.

• CW531-2021

  That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement ––Physical Security Services at various City of Brampton locations for a three (3) year period, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be referred to Budget Committee for consideration

  Carried

9.2.6

^ Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of a General Contractor for the Parking Garage Rehabilitation at Brampton City Hall - Ward 3

• CW532-2021

  1. That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of a General Contractor for the Parking Garage Rehabilitation at Brampton City Hall - Ward 3, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; 

  2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire a General Contractor for the Parking Garage Rehabilitation at Brampton City Hall; and

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

  Carried

9.2.7

^ Staff Report re: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of General Contractors for the Construction of the New Victoria Park Arena and Sports Hall of Fame and the Addition and Renovation of Chris Gibson Recreation Centre.

• CW533-2021

  1. That the report titled: Request to Begin Procurement – Hiring of General Contractors for the Construction of the New Victoria Park Arena and Sports Hall of Fame and the Addition and Renovation of Chris Gibson Recreation Centre, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; 

  2. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire a General Contractor for the Construction of the New Victoria Park Arena and Sports Hall of Fame subject to Council approval of the 2022 Capital Budget; 

  3. That the Purchasing Agent be authorized to commence the procurement to hire a General Contractor for the Addition and Renovation of Chris Gibson Recreation Centre subject to Council approval of the 2022 Capital Budget; and

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

  Carried

9.2.8

^ Staff Report re: Downtown Transit Hub Project - Update

• CW534-2021

  That the report titled: Downtown Transit Hub Project - Update, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

9.3

Other/New Business

9.3.1

^ Minutes - Environment Advisory Committee - November 2, 2021

• CW535-2021

  That the Minutes of the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, Recommendations EAC034-2021 to EAC044-2021 be approved as published and circulated.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  EAC034-2021

  That the agenda for the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, be approved, as amended to add the following item:

  6.6.    Verbal Update from Stacey Wilson, Committee Member, re: Environment Advisory Committee Delegation to the September 8, 2021 Committee of Council Meeting regarding Tree Planting and Maintenance. 

  EAC035-2021

  That the presentation from Pam Cooper, Environmental Planner, Public Works and Engineering, and Shannon Malloy, Specialist, Integrated Water Management, Credit Valley Conservation, to the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting of November 2, 2021, re: Fletchers Creek SNAP: Glendale Rain Garden and Haggert Avenue Bioswale, be received.

  EAC036-2021

  1. That the presentation from Michael Hoy, Supervisor, Environmental Planning, Public Works & Engineering, to the Environment Advisory Committee meeting of November 2, 2021, re: Centre for Community Energy Transformation, be received; and

  2. That the Environment Advisory Committee supports the formation of the Centre for Community Energy Transformation.

  EAC037-2021

  That the verbal update from David Laing, Chair, Green Grow Network Sub-committee, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, re: Brampton Environmental Alliance, be received.

  EAC038-2021

  That the verbal update from Kristina Dokoska, Policy Planner, Environment, Public Works and Engineering, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, re: Grow Green Awards, be received.

  EAC039-2021

  That the verbal update from Zoe Milligan, environment Project Specialist, Public Works and Engineering, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, re: September Tree Month Recap, be received.

  EAC040-2021

  That the verbal update from Zoe Milligan, environment Project Specialist, Public Works and Engineering, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, re: Natural Heritage System (NHS) Survey, be received.

  EAC041-2021

  That the verbal update from Stavroula Kassaris, Policy Planner, Environment, Public Works and Engineering, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of October 12, 2021, re: Sustainable Fleet Strategy, be received.

  EAC042-2021

  That the Verbal Update from Stacey Wilson, Committee Member, to the Environment Advisory Committee Meeting of November 2, 2021, re: Environment Advisory Committee Delegation to the September 8, 2021 Committee of Council Meeting regarding Tree Planting and Maintenance, be received.

  EAC043-2021

  That Rajbalinder Ghatoura and David Laing be appointed to the two positions of Co-Chair of the Environment Advisory Committee, for the remainder of this term of Council, or until a successor is appointed.

  EAC044-2021

  That the Environment Advisory Committee do now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. or at the call of the Chair.

  
  

9.3.2

^ Minutes - Brampton School Traffic Safety Council - November 4, 2021

• CW536-2021

  That the Minutes of the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council Meeting of November 4, 2021, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, Recommendations SC011-2021 to SC018-2021 be approved as published and circulated.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  SC011-2021

  That the Agenda for the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council Meeting of November 4, 2021, be approved as published and circulated.

  SC012-2021

  1. That the correspondence from Giselle Blain, Principal, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of November 4, 2021, re: Request for a Crossing Guard and review of Student Safety at intersection of Rutherford Road and Vodden Street - Gordon Graydon Sr. Public School, Rutherford Road - Ward 1 be received; and,
  2. That a site inspection be undertaken at the intersection of Rutherford Road and Vodden Street. 

  SC013-2021

  1. That the correspondence from Melissa Peroff, Brampton Resident, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of November 4, 2021, re: Request for Crossing Guard at corner of Richvale Drive and Monte Vista Trail - Sacred Heart Catholic School, 24 Kerwood Place - Ward 2 be received; and,
  2. That a site inspection be undertaken at the intersection of Richvale Drive and Monte Vista Trail.

  SC014-2021
  1. That the correspondence from Allison Held, School Principal, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of November 4, 2021, re: Request to review Park and Ride /Parking issues/Crossing Inquiry at intersection of Williams Parkway and Bramalea Road, Jefferson Public School, 48 Jefferson Road - Ward 7; and,
  2. That a site inspection be undertaken at the intersection of Williams Parkway and Bramalea Road.

  SC015-2021

  1. That the correspondence from Franco de Caro, Principal, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of November 4, 2021, re: Request to review Park and Ride/Parking Issues and Traffic Congestion at the intersection of Rutherford Road and Williams Parkway - St. Joaquim Catholic School, 165 Rutherford Road - Ward 1 be received; and,
  2. That a site inspection be undertaken at the intersection of Rutherford Road and Williams Parkway.  

  SC016-2021

  1. That the correspondence from Violet Skirten, Supervisor, Crossing Guard, to the Brampton School Traffic Safety Council meeting of November 4, 2021, re: Request to review Traffic Congestion in the vicinity of St. Anne's Catholic School, 134 Vodden Street - Ward 1; and,
  2. That a site inspection be undertaken. 

  SC017-2021

  1. That the Site Inspection report be received; and
  2. That in an effort to encourage active transportation to and from school, the Principal contact their designated Peel Health Nurse to participate in School Travel Plan Program in Peel;
  3. That the Senior Manager, Traffic Services, be requested to arrange for:
  • “No Stopping, 8-5, Mon-Fri” restrictions on the east side of Martin Byrne Dr. and on the south side of Squire Ellis Dr. along the school property
  • “No Stopping” corner restrictions on both sides of the entrance/exit on Martin Byrne Dr.
  • “No Stopping” corner restrictions on both sides of the entrance/exit on Squire Ellis Dr.
  • “No U Turns” restrictions on Martin Byrne Dr. and Squire Ellis Dr. in the vicinity of the school;
  4. That the Principal be requested to:
  • Add Kiss and Ride signage at the entrance to the Kiss and Ride on Martin Byrne Dr.
  • Restrict the entrance to the Child and Family Centre Kiss and Ride Area on Squire Ellis Dr.
  • Educate and encourage student population to use the crossing guard at the intersection of Martin Byrne Dr. and Squire Ellis Dr., and to utilize the Kiss and Ride area
  • Close the fence at the pedestrian entrance to the Child and Family Centre on Squire Ellis Dr.
  5. That Student Transportation of Peel Region be requested to confirm whether the Bus Loading area on Squire Ellis Dr. is necessary;
  6. That the Senior Manager of Traffic Services arrange for the removal of the Bus Loading zone if there are no buses;
  7. That the Manager of Enforcement and By-law Services be requested to arrange for the enforcement of parking restrictions on Martin Byrne Dr. and Squire Ellis Dr. during school arrival and dismissal times; and,
  8. That the Crossing Guard Office be requested to conduct a Crossing Guard Warrant study in the area of Lakeview Rd. and Squire Ellis Dr.

  SC018-2021

  That Brampton School Traffic Safety Council do now adjourn to meet again on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at 9:30 a.m.

  
  

9.3.3

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Medeiros, re: Bike Lanes on Charolais Boulevard

Dealt with under Item 6.8 - Recommendation CW515-2021

9.3.4

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Medeiros, re: Speed Bumps

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Locations and timelines for the installation of new speed humps
• Community consultation process 
• Opportunity for Councillors to identify areas for staff's consideration to install speed humps or cushions 
• Primary function of speed humps to reduce speed and cut-through traffic

The following motion was considered.

• CW537-2021

  That the matter of speed bumps/cushions and the positioning thereof be referred to Budget Committee for consideration.

  Carried

9.3.5

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Medeiros, re: Facility Management Plan Update

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Timelines, considerations and criteria used to evaluate the Facility Management Plan and anticipated outcomes (e.g. cost savings, reducing and/or repurposing space)
• Impact of workplace modernization on this plan and confirmation that Human Resources staff are participating in this review

9.4

Correspondence

Nil

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.

Community Services Section

10.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

10.2

Reports

10.2.1

Staff Report re: Amendment to Cemetery By-law 83-2016

The following motion was considered.

• CW538-2021

  1. That the report titled: Amendment to Cemetery By-law 83-2016, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; and

  2. That Council approve the price increases outlined in this report for prices in section 3.15 Care and Maintenance Fund Contributions and section 5.20 Care and Maintenance Fund Marker Contributions of By-law 83-2016 and enact an amending by-law in the form and content attached to this report. 

  Carried

10.3

Other/New Business

10.3.1

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Medeiros, re: Recreational Facilities in Wards 3 and 4

Regional Councillor Medeiros addressed Committee with respect to the lack of recreational investments in Wards 3 and 4, and requested that staff provide an overview at Budget Committee on recreational facility investments across the City, to ensure there is equity in the distribution of investments.

Committee discussion on this matter included a request for staff to provide information on the sources of funding for these investments. 

The following motion was considered.

• CW539-2021

  That staff be requested to report to Budget Committee on investments on recreational facilities across Brampton and the related sources of funding.

  Carried

10.3.2

Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Bowman re: Indigenous Flag in Memorial Arena

City Councillor Bowman advised Committee that Memorial Arena is a host location to many national lacrosse teams, including from the Six Nations and other Indigenous communities. As part of Brampton's efforts to meet and implement the recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Councillor Bowman suggested that a flag representing Indigenous communities be displayed inside Memorial Arena to honour indigenous nations.

The following motion was considered.

• CW540-2021

  WHEREAS The City of Brampton is continuing and striving to meet and implement the recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission; 

  WHEREAS in 1994, the Government of Canada passed the National Sports of Canada Act which declared lacrosse to be "Canada's National Summer Sport";

  WHEREAS Brampton’s Memorial Arena is a host location to many national teams from different levels and divisions, including from the Six Nations and other Indigenous communities;

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that a flag representing Indigenous communities be proudly displayed inside Memorial Arena, alongside the Canadian flag.

  A recorded vote was requested and carried 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)

10.3.3

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Santos, re: Item 6.5 - Nelson Street Drop In Centre and Homeless Health Peel

Dealt with under Item 6.5 - Recommendation CW511-2021

10.3.4

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Dhillon, re: James and Margaret McGie Park on Bloomsbury Avenue and Potential Walking Path 

Regional Councillor Dhillon advised Committee that the residents of the Bloomsbury Avenue community have requested a walking trail in their neighbourhood, and requested that staff review and report back to Budget Committee on the associated costs and implementation of a track at James and Margaret McGie Park. 

The following motion was considered.

• CW541-2021

  Whereas, residents of the Bloomsbury Avenue community, located along Goreway Drive and Jacksonville Drive in Ward 10, have advocated significantly for more walking trails and tracks in their neighborhood;

  Whereas, there are no walking tracks or trails within walking distance of this community; 

  Whereas the City of Brampton is home to an aging population, many of whom utilize outdoor city facilities in order to maintain their health and wellness; 

  Whereas, during the COVID-19 pandemic, many seniors suffered from social isolation but found comfort within each other’s company when exercising outdoors:

  Whereas, Brampton Term of Council Priorities include a “Healthy and Safe City” that encourages an active and healthy lifestyle;

  Therefore be it resolved that, City of Brampton Parks and Recreation staff be directed to report back to Council during Budget Committee Review, on the cost and implementation plan for the construction of a track at James and Margaret McGie Park. 

  Carried

10.3.5

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Fortini, re: Balmoral Recreation Centre

Regional Councillor Fortini outlined complaints from residents regarding the height of the Balmoral Recreation Centre, and requested an update from staff on this matter.

In response to the Councillor's inquiry, staff provided information on the following:

• Public forums conducted to provide updates to the area residents
• Results of light studies and shade impacts, and an indication that these considerations were factored into the  design of the centre
• Recreational needs in this community, and potential impacts of altering the design at this stage of the project 
• Current status of this project

Councillor Fortini requested that staff provide information to area residents on the status of the Balmoral Recreation Centre and next steps.

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.

Legislative Services Section

11.1

Staff Presentations

Nil

11.2

Reports

11.2.1

Staff report re: New Statutory Officials By-law to Replace Municipal Officials By-law 84-2008, as amended 

Staff responded to questions from Committee regarding the new Statutory Officials By-law, as it relates to the following:

• Number of amendments to this by-law
• Authority delegated to the Clerk to amend this by-law at the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer
• Clarification regarding the designation of a Department Commissioner/Head to act in the place of the Chief Administrative Officer during the absence of the Chief Administrative Officer

The following motion was considered.

• CW542-2021

  1. That the report titled: New Statutory Officials By-law to Replace Municipal Officials By-law 84-2008, as amended, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; and

  2. That a new Statutory Officials By-law, as substantially set out in Appendix 1 to this report, be enacted and Municipal Officials By-law 84-2008, as amended, be repealed; and

  3. That the Clerk be delegated authority to bring forward future amendments to the Statutory Officials By-law to maintain the by-law in an up-to-date state, upon direction provided by the Chief Administrative Officer.

  Carried

11.2.2

Staff Report re: 2022 Municipal Election – Updates to the Use of Corporate Resources Policy

Mayor Brown expressed concerns with the staff report as it relates to the guidelines for the use of social media platforms. He outlined the importance of using modern communications to share messages with the public and requested that further consideration be given to this matter at a future meeting of the Governance and Council Operations Committee.

The following motion was considered.

• CW543-2021

  That the report titled: 2022 Municipal Election – Updates to the Use of Corporate Resources Policy, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be referred to the November 22, 2021 meeting of the Governance and Council Operations Committee.

  Carried

11.2.3

^ Staff Report re: 2022 Municipal Election – Voting Methods

• CW544-2021

  1. That the report titled: 2022 Municipal Election – Voting Methods, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received;

  2. That a by-law, substantially in a form as set out in Appendix 1, be passed to authorize the use of voting and vote tabulating equipment for City of Brampton Municipal Elections, and to repeal By-law 68-2017; and

  3. That a by-law, substantially in a form as set out in Appendix 2, to provide for the use of an alternative voting method – a home voting service for electors who cannot leave their homes due to illness, injury or disability, for the 2022 Municipal Election be passed. 

  Carried

11.2.4

^ Staff Report re: 2022 Municipal Election – Administrative Matters

• CW545-2021

  1. That the report titled: 2022 Municipal Election – Administrative Matters, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received; and, 

  2. That a by-law, substantially in a form as set out in Appendix A, be passed to provide that information to voters may be translated into the following other languages for the 2022 City of Brampton Municipal Election (being languages that are spoken at home by at least 0.5% of the population, plus French and Italian):
  a.  French
  b.  Punjabi
  c.  Urdu
  d.  Gujarati
  e.  Tamil
  f.   Hindi
  g.  Spanish
  h.  Portuguese
  i.   Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)
  j.   Vietnamese
  k.  Italian

  Carried

11.2.5

Staff Report re: Annual Report on the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Program for 2020

P. Fay, City Clerk, responded to questions from City Councillor Bowman with respect to the number of FOI requests processed between November 2020 and February 2021, during which time the City Clerk was not responsible for the handling of FOI requests, and whether those requests were reviewed to ensure they were handled appropriately.

Mr. Fay advised that information on the number of FOI requests processed between November 2020 and February 2021 could be provided to the Councillor.

The following motion was considered.

• CW546-2021

  That the report titled: Annual Report on the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Program for 2020, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

11.3

Other/New Business

11.3.1

^ Minutes - Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee - November 9, 2021

• CW547-2021

  That the Minutes of the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee Meeting of November 9, 2021, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, Recommendations VAC007-2021 to VAC011-2021 be approved as published and circulated.

  Carried

  The recommendations were approved as follows:

  VAC007-2021

  That the agenda for the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee Meeting of November 9, 2021, be approved, as amended to add the following: 

  5.1.  Delegation from Rajinder Aujla, President, Airport Taxi Association, re: Taxicab Plate Transfers.

  VAC008-2021(Lost)

  That the delegation from Rajinder Aujla, President, Airport Taxi Association, to the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee Meeting of November 9, 2021, re: Taxicab Plate Transfers, be referred to staff to report back to a future meeting with further information. 

  VAC009-2021
  That the verbal update from James Bisson, Manager, Licensing Enforcement, to the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee Meeting of November 9, 2021, re: Status of Inactive Taxi Plates, be received.

  VAC010-2021
  That, it is the position of the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee that Council be requested to send a letter to the Province of Ontario regarding the matter of compensation or a relief fund to support taxicab plate owners in the City of Brampton.

  VAC011-2021
  That the Vehicle-for-Hire Advisory Committee do now adjourn to meet again on March 22, 2022, or at the call of the Chair.

  
  

11.3.2

Discussion Item at the request of Regional Councillor Medeiros and City Councillor Bowman, re: Fireworks

Regional Councillor Medeiros advised Committee of concerns raised by residents regarding the setting off of fireworks in their neighbourhoods, and referenced previous discussions on the possibility of having a municipal fireworks display for Diwali. Councillor Medeiros added that staff are preparing a report on this matter for consideration in the first quarter of 2022.

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Considerations in the staff report (e.g. practices in other municipalities, impact of personal fireworks on residents and staff, potential ban on fireworks, logistics for a municipal fireworks display for Diwali, etc.)
• Number of complaints received through 311 and charges laid in 2021 for the setting off of fireworks
• Fire and Emergency Services responses to minor fireworks-related incidents
• Permit process for fireworks
• Regulations and inspection of vendors for the sale of fireworks
• Influx of illegal fireworks purchased online
• The need to enhance controls for fireworks in Brampton
• Possibility of having a municipal fireworks display for Diwali
• Impacts of fireworks on residents and the environment

11.3.3

Discussion Item at the request of City Councillor Williams, re: Bulk Waste and Property Standards

City Councillor Williams advised Committee of complaints received from residents regarding the inappropriate disposal of bulk waste on residential properties. Councillor Williams advised that residents are concerned about the length of time these items are left on the property before being collected by the Region of Peel, and added that these complaints often result in a Property Standards matter. 

Committee discussion on this matter included the following:

• Responsibility for educating the public on waste collection rules, and the need to enhance education for the disposal of bulk waste
• Clarification from staff that waste collection is the responsibility of the Region of Peel 
• Requirements of the Minimum Maintenance (Property Standards) By-law
• Indication from staff that they will follow up with the Region of Peel regarding the concerns raised and report back to Committee 
• The need to identify solutions for garbage bin storage for townhouses

The following motion was considered.

• CW548-2021

  That staff be requested to report to a future Committee of Council meeting on bulk waste and property standards and the results from follow-up discussions with Regional staff.

  Carried

11.4

Correspondence

11.4.1

Correspondence from Brampton Residents, re: Item 11.3.2 - Fireworks

The following motion was considered.

• CW549-2021

  That the following correspondence from Brampton Residents, re: Item 11.3.2 – Fireworks, to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received:

  1. Gail Gwozdz, Brampton resident, dated November 6 and 8, 2021

  2. Craig, Brampton resident, dated November 16, 2021

  3. Tony, Brampton resident, dated November 16, 2021

  4. Susan Moffitt, Brampton resident, dated November 16, 2021

  5. Lorna McCluskey, Brampton resident, dated November 16, 2021

  6. William and Diane Lackner, Brampton residents

  7. Curtis Kinden and Michelle Olbrich, Brampton residents, dated November 16, 2021

  Carried

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, read the following question received from Linda Harris, Brampton resident:

"Are we loosing our minds?  How much longer do we have to tolerate on going fireworks for 4 days..and nights...Dogs babies elderly....We are so fed up...The disruption continued in my neighbourhood to 3 and 4 a.m."

In response to the questions, City Councillor Bowman advised that a staff report will be coming forward to a future Committee meeting to address fireworks related concerns.

12.

Economic Development Section

12.1

Staff Presentations

12.1.1

Staff Presentation re: City of Brampton’s Virtual FDI Mission to the USA

Jayesh Menon, Senior Advisor, Investment Attraction, Planning, Building and Economic Development, provided a presentation regarding the City of Brampton’s Virtual FDI Mission to the USA, from October to November 2021.

The following motion was considered.

• CW550-2021

  That the staff presentation titled: City of Brampton’s Virtual FDI Mission to the USA (File CE.x), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

12.1.2

Staff Presentation re: Economic Impact of COVID-19 – City of Brampton Analysis

Paul Aldunate, Expeditor, Planning, Building and Economic Development, provided a presentation entitled "Economic Impact of COVID-19 – City of Brampton Analysis".

In response to questions from Committee, Mr. Aldunate provided information regarding investments along Kennedy Road, including IKO and Alectra Utilities.

The following motion was considered.

• CW551-2021

  That the staff presentation titled: Economic Impact of COVID-19 – City of Brampton Analysis (File CE.x), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

12.1.3

Staff Presentation re: Math Thru Music DJpreneurship Conference

Daniel Bishun, Business Advisor, and Ashley Naraine-Crevier, Business Associate, Planning, Building and Economic Development, provided a presentation regarding the Math Thru Music DJpreneurship Conference.

Committee Members thanked staff for their efforts.

The following motion was considered.

• CW552-2021

  That the staff presentation re: Math Thru Music DJpreneurship Conference (File CE.x), to the Committee of Council Meeting of November 17, 2021, be received.

  Carried

12.2

Reports

Nil

12.3

Other/New Business

12.3.1

Discussion at the request of City Councillor Bowman, re: Closing of Peel Ice and Fuel

City Councillor Bowman advised Committee that the Peel Ice and Fuel company has closed, and requested that consideration be given to acknowledging the history of this business through a plaque and/or designation.

The following motion was considered.

• CW553-2021

  That the matter of the closing of Peel Ice and Fuel be referred to staff for consideration with respect to potential means of acknowledgement of the history of the business in Brampton.

  Carried

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

Nil

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 during this meeting. P. Fay, City Clerk, confirmed that no questions were submitted.

15.

Closed Session

Item 15.1 was approved under Consent.

The following motion was considered.

• CW554-2021

  That Committee proceed into Closed Session to address matters pertaining to:

  15.2.    Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c) and (j) of the Municipal Act, 2001:        
  A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality; and a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial or financial information that belongs to 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 approved in public under the consent motion and therefore was not discussed in Closed Session - See Recommendation CW555-2021 below

  15.2 – This item was considered by Committee in Closed Session, information was received and direction was given to staff to consider a motion - See Recommendation CW556-2021 below

  
  

• The following motion was considered pursuant to Item 15.1.

  CW555-2021

  That the Commissioner of Community Services be delegated authority to execute on behalf of the City a lease extension and amending agreement and any other related documents to amend and extend the term of the existing lease for a twenty (20) year term to permit the continued operation of the Region’s Community Recycling Centre at the City owned 395 Chrysler Drive (also known as the Williams Parkway Works yard property) on terms and conditions acceptable to the Interim Senior Manager, Realty Services, and in a form acceptable to the City Solicitor or designate.

  Carried

• Committee discussion took place with respect to the public motion for Item 15.2.

  Regional Councillor Medeiros stated his opposition to the motion and his opinion that it was not in the City's best interests, noting that this had never been done before.

  A Point of Order was raised by Regional Councillor Palleschi. The Chair gave leave for the Point of Order. Regional Councillor Palleschi addressed comments made Councillor Medeiros that this action had never been done before, and clarified that staff advised they were not aware if this type of action had been undertaken in the past.

  In response to a request from Committee, staff provided a high level summary of the expropriation process, as outlined in the subject motion, and advised that Council will have the authority to move forward with the expropriation.

  Committee discussion took place with respect to Members of Council stating their position on this matter, and the information outlined in Appendix A regarding the affected property and that such information would be made publicly available on the City's website. 

  The following motion was considered pursuant to Item 15.2.

  CW556-2021

  1.    That The Corporation of the City of Brampton, as expropriating authority, is hereby authorized to make an application for approval to expropriate those property interests as described in Schedule A as provided by staff to facilitate the construction of municipal infrastructure to service lands within the Countryside Villages Secondary Plan for the following municipal purposes:

  a.    The provision of planned municipal services and facilities/infrastructure associated with the residential community contemplated within the Countryside Villages Secondary Plan (the “Community”) including, without limitation, allowing for the proper and comprehensive development of the lands identified as Block 48-2 (the “Block”) within the Community and servicing the residents of the City;

  b.    Facilitating an optimal design and implementation of public municipal services and facilities/infrastructure throughout the City, Community and/or Block;

  c.    Securing public assets that are necessary for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians and alternative modes of transportation within the City, Community and/or Block;

  d.    Securing public assets that are necessary for public utilities and services within the City, Community and/or Block;

  e.    Construction of roads, public highways and/or transportation systems within and serving the City, Community and/or Block;

  f.    Construction of public utilities and services within the City, Community and/or Block;

  g.    Delivery of all growth related infrastructure within the City, Community and/or the Block in a manner that optimizes future operating and maintenance costs to be borne by the City; and

  h.    Promoting economic development and the social and environmental well-being of the City including, without limitation, through the timely development of lands required to meet the City’s growth targets, and generation of revenue through development charges and property taxes to cover the City’s growth and operations/maintenance/replacement costs;
  and to complete all procedural steps required by the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.26 as amended, in connection with such application; and

  2.    That the Commissioner of Public Works & Engineering is hereby authorized to execute all agreements and other documents in connection with the Corporation’s acquisition of the said property interests on terms and conditions acceptable to the Senior Manager, Realty Services and in a form approved by the City Solicitor or designate;

  3.    That the Commissioner of Public Works & Engineering is hereby authorized to execute and cause to be served and published on behalf of The Corporation of the City of Brampton as expropriating authority, all notices, applications, advertisements, agreements and other documents required by the Expropriations Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.E.26 as amended, in a form approved by the City Solicitor, or designate, in order to effect the expropriation of the said property interests.

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

  Yea (7)	Regional Councillor Santos , Regional Councillor Vicente , Regional Councillor Palleschi, Regional Councillor Dhillon, City Councillor Williams , City Councillor Singh, and Mayor Patrick Brown
  Nay (3)	Regional Councillor Medeiros, Regional Councillor Fortini , and City Councillor Bowman
  Absent (1)	City Councillor Whillans

  Carried (7 to 3)

15.1

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

15.2

Open Meeting exception under Section 239 (2) (c) and (j) of the Municipal Act, 2001:

16.

Adjournment

The following motion was considered.

• CW557-2021

  That the Committee of Council do now adjourn to meet again on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. or at the call of the Chair.

  Carried