Items 6.8 and 11.2 were brought forward and dealt with at this time.
Arjun Singh, Planner, Development Services, presented an overview of the application that included location overview, area context, site photos, development proposal, planning framework summary, official plan designation, secondary plan designation, zoning by-law, official planning amendment, zoning by-law amendment, issues and considerations, and next steps.
Amy Shepherd, Arcadis Architects, consultant on behalf of the Region of Peel, presented an overview of the application that outlined the need for a new youth shelter, potential services and opportunities the shelter can provide, code of conduct that will address safety and crime concerns, overall goal of the shelter, proposed site and site selection process, required amendments.
The following delegations addressed Committee and expressed their views, suggestions, and questions with respect to the subject application:
- Alicia Booth, Prasad Nair, Sylvia Kolitsopoulos and Beverley Bedeau, Peel CAS
- Ramaljit Sandhu, Brampton Resident
- Sylvia Roberts, Brampton Resident
- Cheryl Roy, Brampton Resident
- Satinder Malhotra, Brampton Resident
Committee consideration of the matter included concerns, comments, requests and suggestions from the delegates with respect to the following:
- the potential reduced risk of human trafficking and reduced rates of homelessness for at risk youth
- providing increased accessibility to basic needs
- helping youth during a time of vulnerability
- concerns regarding the proposed location and the lack of necessary facilities nearby (including transit stations, schools, restaurants, etc.)
- safety and crime concerns
- potential amenities that could alternatively be provided at this location
- request that the applicant or city staff provide reports detailing the following:
- which sites were considered for this proposal and the site selection criteria
- any and all consultations that have taken place with the neighbouring daycare center
- consultations that have taken place, or will take place, with relevant parties, such as emergency services and neighbouring residents
Committee commented that resident questions will be captured in the forthcoming staff report.
The following motion was considered.